I've heard a lot of good reviews from this place so I feel guilty even posting this. The food was great, and came fast too. However as I was eating my burrito I felt a sharp piece of metal stab my gums. Again hopefully this is just a one-time accident, but I felt the need to leave this review just for my safety and the safety of others. I hope that this review helps the restaurant double check their orders or hopefully makes them use a different sponge to clean their tools with (it looks like a piece of steel wool.) It's just such a shame because it was such a good deal! And I'm too scared to finish the rest of my burrito plus I don't know if I swallowed any other pieces unaware. read more

Rico Mexican Tacos - Sharp piece of metal - Mexican Near Me - Philadelphia, Pennsylvania

We typically place take out orders from the one on Allegheny Ave so when I noticed that a restaurant had opened on Lehigh, I knew I needed to check it out. I came with 3 co-workers and found a spot out front. There were a few open when I pulled up as well on the side street. Walked in and was immediately greeted and told we could sit anywhere. They have a full bar, music, TV's, high top tables and regular tables. It looked really nice inside. I really liked the decor of the ruin and Mayan woman. The chicken fajitas came out piping hot, still sizzling. Heard they were good and they came with bean, rice and tortillas. Someone had the quesadilla and I take it that it was good because they didn't have any leftover. I had the nacho fries and my co worker had the spicy chicken nachos. Both orders were large portions that we both had to box up and take home. Both were really good and loaded w/meat, cheese, jalapeños and diced tomato's and onions. We all ordered sodas (Jarritos and Mexican Cokes). I really liked the decor and it was looked really clean. Our server was really helpful and nice to our table. read more

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Unfortunately, their draft beer was down the night we were here. They did have bottles and cans, but they were different. There were a lot of cocktails, and Gladys, our bartender for the night, ensured we got something we liked. She was so friendly and helpful. We ordered mixed fajitas, which were good. Next time, we'll order the shrimp fajitas as the shrimp was the best part of the mixed fajitas. The beef and chicken were cut too thin, which made the meat dry. The flour tortillas were store-bought flour tortillas, which was a bummer. The black beans were delicious, as were the chips with beans we received when we sat down. Plenty of street parking. They do have TVs, but they have music playing from them, and there are no actual TV shows. All in all, it was just okay. read more

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Was looking for lunch in the area and tried Rico, it was DELICIOUS!! I got a chicken tinga chimichanga to go, and inhaled it! The flavors and textures were . The service was great, the person working the register was super friendly and helpful. I'm not in the area much, but definitely want to go back! read more

Rico Mexican Tacos - Tinga chimichanga to go - Mexican Near Me - Philadelphia, Pennsylvania

The food was flavorful and delicious and tasted fresh. The staff were so friendly and attentive. I loved the outdoor seating option. I felt super relaxed and it was a great dining experience. read more

Rico Mexican Tacos - Guacamole with chips Birria Tacos - Mexican Near Me - Philadelphia, Pennsylvania

I love this place. Stumbled across it one day while running errands and I was starving. Absolutely No regrets! The food was so good and fresh, and the customer service was excellent. I've made a few return trips so far, ordering more food each time‍. I do wish it was in a better neighborhood, but the restaurant is awesome. read more

Rico Mexican Tacos - Elote - Mexican Near Me - Philadelphia, Pennsylvania

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Had this giant birria quesadilla delivered. It came with red salsa, green salsa, consommé, and gaucamole. It fed the whole family and we had leftovers for lunch tomorrow. It was delicious!! read more

Rico Mexican Tacos - Giant Birria Quesadilla - Mexican Near Me - Philadelphia, Pennsylvania

Ended up in the neighborhood early and had a little time to kill on a sweaty summer weekday evening. There isn't a ton in the area, so I popped in on a whim, and am glad I did. The menu was extensive and legit, but having never been and a smidge pressed for time, I went basic on the recommendation and got the trio of beef tacos. They were made fresh and arrived quickly, with two sides of salsa of differing heats. Everything was delicious, and I'm so glad I wandered in. Should I be in the area again, I'll order in advance and try something new. What a great local spot. Yum! Thanks again! read more

Rico Mexican Tacos - Trio of beef tacos for the win. - Mexican Near Me - Philadelphia, Pennsylvania

Stopped by today for their Christmas dinner where they were giving out free chicken fajita platters. It was delicious and even though it was free it was still the same high quality food you would get on a day when you would pay for it Thanks for everything you guys do and see yas soon read more

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Randomly stumbled upon this restaurant and decided to order lunch to go. Didn't really expect much since I've never heard of the place before. But I got the Al pastor taco and was shocked at how delicious it was! An order of 3 tacos was $12 and the tacos were pretty big and filling. My partner got the tongue taco and menudo soup which he said was the best he's ever tried. Highly recommend if you're ever in the area! read more

One of the best in the neighborhood! Follow them on social media as they run promos from time to time. Customer service is great, and the food is even better! read more

well its a great place and nice but the service is bad like I had this skinny girl attending me and is like she ain't wanna do her job and she had real trashy mouth and i had my kid with me like real unprofessional never again I had to ask another girl name Luna she was very nice and gave us chips gave my son one of her treats she made me feel very welcomed and her drinks was amazing she made a whole differe cause I was about to get up and leave but to whoever go there just know when to go no every girl in there give the same service but I recommend Luna to everyone that go she did her thing impressed with her drinks especially so if yall want good drinks from Rico mexican tacos ask for Luna read more

Pure. Love. The burritos here are so delicious I could eat them EVERYDAY! Way worth your money. Great taste. What more could you ask for!? read more

OH MY GOSH. We have found our favorite Mexican restaurant in Philly. We've ordered take out from here three times. Must have: cholupas (green and red) and the birria quesadilla. No question. Other items we've tried that were also delicious: chicken tinga sopes and birria burrito. We plan on always ordering the cholupas and birria quesadilla and trying a new item off the menu each time we order from them. They haven't done wrong yet! read more

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Really enjoyed my carnitas tacos and steak platter! Eating in, you get beans and chips with two types of sauces, and the food comes out fresh and quickly. The pork was flavorful and the tortillas warm, with spicy dipping sauces and a good side of rice and beans coming with the platter. Didn't notice until the end, but they also have burrito bowls and pastelitos on the menu in the window with some interesting types like crab and tinga, so I would definitely come back and see what those are like! The steak comes in a thick tomato base flavored perfectly and tons of peppers and onions, and eating it with the tortillas, lettuce and tomato really made the whole thing perfect. Overall, for the price, definitely worth it to eat in for the chips and the spicy sauces. plus the tacos! read more

Best Mexican food I've had on the east coast for a decent price. Not bad service. Always playing music.

Hands down the best place I have ever eaten authentic Mexican food! His place is a hidden treasure Right in plain sight. The first time I ordered from here it was my husband's birthday November 20 21 and we were both in love. Since then we have ordered from there quite a few times and every time the quality is absolutely outstanding. One time we ordered there about a closing time and when we opened our bag of food there was an extra plate with like 8 tacos. They just threw them in because they were closing. read more

The birria quesadilla hit just right; tons of meat, great flavor, generous portion. Next I will have the same thing but add peppers and onions. The great service made my visit a perfect experience. read more

The birria tacos were absolutely amazing. The meat was great quality and it was cooked to perfection. Very cheesy, very generous with the portions, tacos were bigger than I expected and could only eat two out of the three (order comes with three and a consomé). Will definitely try more things off their menu. I ordered through a delivery app and the food arrived very hot and well packaged. They followed instructions. Excellent service. read more

I've been to several times since they first opened. The Mexican food is pretty good although it says Mexican and Puerto Rican there is not one PR plate on the menu. The young lady they're waiting on the tables is great see you serve the drinks she even brings over the meal that I ordered she does the best to attend to the customers but she's there alone they need to hire help for her and help in general. Do not go in when there's 10 to 12 people there cuz you're going to wait and enormous amount of time for a simple meal. I went there today with my wife I ordered four tacos order of nachos and we waited damn near 2 hours we just didn't feel like driving anywhere else we were tired and hungry we just had a couple drinks and it took forever and it's a shame cuz the food is pretty good but that service sucks there's no way in hell anyone should be waiting for nothing like that for that's fast food that we didn't even order an entree. Shame on ownership. Ya gotta do better. read more

Need some authentic Mexican food this is the place . Stop here every other week for lunch it is worth it

Good portions with good prices! Rico Mexican Tacos is quick to walk to if I want a quick lunch, and usually play nice music.

Don't order Uber eats from this place. The food was taking long and I called and they informed me that they had several delivery to make and this was after an hr I ordered. The food never arrived and they said the driver knocked and someone told them it was the wrong house. We were waiting on the porch for it. When I called the restaurant back they never picked up the phone call. Very unprofessional and I won't be ordering from this place again read more

Food was plentiful and excellent taste. Burrito was a meal in it self. Also had the pollo tacos. Excellent choice. The nachos were also very good with nice size and plenty of toppings. read more

Love this spot. Few authentic Mexican spots in the area, and they nail it with no frills. Check them out on IG too because they always post some specials you can't find everyday! read more

Rico Mexican Tacos - Una Torta con Milanesa de Res y Todo - Mexican Near Me - Philadelphia, Pennsylvania

I tried Rio Mexican tacos for the first time today. I got the steak tacos... extremely tasty. These are the best tacos I have had in years. Everything was very fresh and hot. Cilantro and onion flavors came thru and the meat was moist and tender. I used the lime slices to add a little zing to each of my tacos and really enjoyed them. I got my food delivered but I look forward to visiting them in person soon and trying more of the menu. read more

They have a second location dine in at Lehigh and Thompson. It's super legit. Really lovely fresh food. Killer drink specials. Really well priced. Do yourself a favor, run don't walk. Total gem. read more

Absolutely amazing! I had the birria quesadilla & it was so good! The sauces & the meat was tender and juicy. Perfect would go here for my tacos & quesadillas! read more

Amazing amazing food! Great customer service- everyone is so nice and the food is the bomb.com. Great hidden gem of the area

The birria quesadilla tacos are delicious! definitely also recommend the tacos of any kind. Will order again

Amazing authentic tastes and portions. The enchiladas are delicious and filling, I got them for lunch & could eat the platter for two meals. Rice and beans are also better than most spots. Steak tacos are packed with meat, onions & cilantro are super fresh. Comes with red and green salsa, amazing flavors. My new favorite Mexican spot. read more

Excellent food for a great price. The burrito is so filling and the nachos were amazing. The people who work there are so nice. Great customer service. Highly recommend read more