The food was great and we had the guacamole the way Jonny makes it for himself. Jonny was a great server too.

First time trying this place while visiting Tampa, Florida. The food was delicious. I only had appetizers...Guacamole and Chips and Flautas- it was so delicious. Casey waited on us! She was super nice! I will definitely come back when I return for a visit. $5 House margaritas wasn't bad either. read more

Service and food were great! Decorations are remarkably! Recommend!! Elena is remarkable and has great customer read more

Not a fan! The service was great, the place is clean and offers a good vibe. 100% not a fan of the food. I got the wet burrito. Nothing was wet about it it was full of rice and beans not so much of the chicken flavor was not good. Would not recommend getting this dish whatsoever. The steak taco was bland not a lot of meat just meh The tableside guacamole was halfway decent. The chips were OK. For the price you pay for the food I would suggest going somewhere else read more

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Absolutely no better spot to recover from working your way through the International Plaza than Rocco's Tacos! The chips and salsa trio is a must and if you like cheese, their queso dip is delicious! Tequila and Mezcal options seem endless and you can't beat a fresh mojito or margarita! The tacos are good, but expensive for what you get- but it is International Plaza after all. The ambiance and decor are both fantastic and the service was quick and helpful. We'd definitely come back- especially for the chips and salsas- but maybe try some of the specialties like the chicken al carbon or one of the molcajetes options! read more

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This was my 3rd time here and my husbands 1st. Our server was phenomenal and so attentive. We ordered the dip trio and not only did she refill our chips but the dips as well! It's a very busy place with plenty of varied seating inside, at the double bars and outside patio. The specialty margarita drinks were so good with a heavy pour. We ordered tacos and enjoyed them. We will be back! read more

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We came for a girls lunch before some shopping inside the mall. The menu has plenty of options depending on what you're looking for. We got the table service guac with chips (chips were flavorful and crispy). We split some tacos and the burrito bowl. The food was fine. Not wow but not bad- somewhere in the middle I'd say. read more

Came here for lunch and unfortunately the experience fell short. The inside was nice and clean, and our server was friendly, but after the food arrived we were barely checked on. This became frustrating when my order came out wrong. I received a steak quesadilla instead of chicken, and it took quite a while to track someone down to have it corrected. By the time my meal arrived, my boyfriend had already finished eating. They did comp my meal, which I appreciated, but the situation was still disappointing overall. The tableside guacamole was easily the highlight of the meal. Between the order mix-up and the food itself not being very impressive, I likely wouldn't return. read more

Rocco's Tacos & Tequila Bar - Quesadilla - Mexican Near Me - Tampa, Florida

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Yeah they have tacos. Would I call it authentic -no. Is the food good, sure but not great. Are the drinks good - yes actually not too bad but on the weaker side. The service is hit or miss. The place is busy as it is at the mall. Which also means it is overpriced, about double what you would pay at a good stand alone Mexican establishment. They have tableside guacamole. The poor waitress has to make it as opposed to a guacamole sommelier like at authentic Mexican places. Like I said it's at the mall and I only come here when we are shopping at the mall and In too hungry to wait to go somewhere not at the mall. The ambiance is noisy with a lot of Mexican themed things everywhere. They must like Star Wars, lots candy skulls with Star Wars characters hung on the walls, I like that. read more

Rocco's Tacos & Tequila Bar - They like Star Wars here - Mexican Near Me - Tampa, Florida

Stopped by for a quick bite, I enjoyed the nachos. Nice portion and flavorful. If your a salsa, sour cream and guacamole type, you'll enjoy them. read more

Rocco's Tacos & Tequila Bar - Nachos - Mexican Near Me - Tampa, Florida

We enjoyed tortilla soup, esquites, birria tacos and of course margaritas. It's an open air restaurant so you can dine either indoors or out. We dined outside and it was lovely. Each table came with a large molcajete for table-side guacamole. We'll try that next time. read more

Rocco's Tacos & Tequila Bar - Mexican Near Me - Tampa, Florida

Rocco's Tacos in Ft Lauderdale was my jam. I was so excited to see one in Tampa.... Until I went there. This is Rocco's in name only. It's mall food. The service was okay, the standards weren't what I expected. The food was decent. When I want Rocco's, in the future, I'll stick to Ft Lauderdale. read more

We always enjoy our time at Rocco Tacos in Tampa, especially after a long day of shopping. It's always a treat to get into this restaurant. We brought our guests here over the Christmas holidays and had a wonderful experience, great food, delicious salsa and chips, excellent drinks, and even better company. It's always fantastic, though very busy, so we're always happy when we get a table. We will be back. Thanks again! read more

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Food was good. Started with chips and salsa and all 3 salsas were tasty. Had the crispy fish tacos which had a great slightly spicy sauce. Service was slow. After getting our drinks it was so long before our server came back we were already in need of refills. At the end of the meal it took a solid 15 minutes for him to come back with our check after clearing our plates. read more

Rocco's Tacos & Tequila Bar - Crispy Fish Tacos - Mexican Near Me - Tampa, Florida

Mackenzie was great!! Food and service was quick and delicious! Would recommend to friends.

Located right inside the mall, Rocco's Tacos is a lively, bustling spot that's perfect for pre-gaming before a concert or game at the stadium--or just hiding out from the mall chaos. The place is decked out in fun Mexican-themed decor, with vibrant art and quirky trinkets everywhere you look. We ordered the brisket nachos, and wow--massive. The chips were practically buried under layers of gooey cheese, guacamole, sour cream, jalapeños, black beans, and juicy brisket. There was so much topping we had to order an extra side of chips just to scoop it all up. Easily enough to share with 3-4 people. Our waitress was on point--friendly, attentive, and always had our drinks topped off right when we needed them. Great vibe, huge portions, and excellent service. Will definitely be back. read more

Rocco's Tacos & Tequila Bar - Brisket Nachos - Mexican Near Me - Tampa, Florida

This review is not on based on my experience alone but also the opinions of my friends, because I am not a big fan of Mexican restaurants. So we did a girls night here, there was seven on us. Decor wise, there is a lot going on. Nice, but some areas were overloaded. Especially the lighting. Loved the chandelier like lights but it was just too much . And the floor was oddly slippery. Not like it was wet with water but almost like someone poured oil on the floor. And it smelled musty. It didn't feel like the air was circulating at all. I get that it's open windows/doors but then have fans or something so that there's air flow. It didn't seem overly busy but our waitress took a while to bring over the table side guacamole. There was a table that had more people than us and ARRIVED AFTER we ordered the table side service and they received it the same time as us. Like I said earlier, I'm not big on Mexican food, and so only had the table side guac and some plantains for dinner. The guac was good, but was missing salt and there was none on the table. The plantains had some kind of cheese (which I find inappropriate as a Puerto Rican) and the plantains weren't ripe enough. My friends review: Friend #1: Ordered the veggie fajitas and skinny señorita margaritas. Gave the fajitas a 2 out of 10. Said the margarita was ok. Friend #2: Ordered chicken tacos with rice and beans. The chicken was a bit salty, rice and beans undercooked causing them to be crunchy. Also had the skinny margarita and also found it ok. Friend #3: Ordered the carne asada tacos (which were mid) and felt the beans needed to be cooked more and they were crunchy. Friend #4: Enjoyed the table side chips and guacamole along with the passion fruit margarita. Had the grilled fish taco and found it bland. Also went to the restroom and found a male in there. He didn't realize the mistake, so restrooms may need to be gendered labeled better. There was an empty paper dispenser and the trash was overflowing as well in the restrooms. Friend #5: Ordered the Charley's Churros Mexican style donuts with cinnamon-caramel sauce, chocolate sauce and vanilla ice cream. A larger portion than expected. Strongly advised to share with others. Found the cook on the churros delicious and the ice cream rich and creamy. I have to do better with taking pics of the food ordered, but this is our honest review of our experience. read more

Okay, so I found this place to be hit or miss with our party as far as the food BUT the atmosphere is amazing and you should go here for drinks. We were told that there was 400 tequilas or something to that fact. My fish tacos weren't that great but they give you great sized portions and the staff is nice! This is the perfect happy hour place, after work vibe. Also, perfect for large gatherings, girlfriends night out, or pretty much anything. Located inside the biggest shopping plaza I've ever seen it's great for a pit stop! read more

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We stopped at Rocco's Tacos for a quick bite before heading to a party, and I was surprised to see it not too busy for a Saturday night. My friend and I sat at the bar, and the service was friendly and attentive, just as expected. I ordered the mango Margarita and the fish tacos. I had better fish tacos there before. My mango Margarita was on point. Overall it was a great experience. read more

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My sister and I arrived on a Thursday night the restaurant was a bit busy but we were seated in less than 10 minutes. Once our fajitas arrived they were great. The service left more to be desired as our server was very distracted. We had to ask the manager for our check when we were ready to leave. My American mule was made to perfection which was nearly good enough for me to over look the poor service. Two fajitas one american mule nearly $100 and not great service . . .there are other restaurants in the area you should check them out. read more

We were finally able to try Rocco's for dinner. We had a reservation and were able to get in very quickly. Unfortunately, they sat us right by the door for the patio, which all of the servers kept leaving open so it was steaming hot at our table. The tableside guac was ok, we asked for medium and it really had no spice at all. They have a ton of tequila but not much else. My husband asked for a Captain and Coke and although they carry it, they were out of if. The chips and salsa were ok, the picante and verde were tasty but the house salsa was mainly water. I had the chicken tacos which and my husband had the fish tacos, neither of them had any flavor. My son had the Dorado burrito which was decent when he added the side sour cream and salsa verde. The best part was our server Josh who was on top of everything and even tried to keep the patio door closed which was a losing battle. read more

We love Roccos tacos. We have eaten at the Orlando location more than once. This was first time at Tampa. Nice looking restaurant in an amazing mall with 200 stores. They make guacamole right at your table in a huge bowl. Tasted great! I had a taco salad that was absolutely amazing. It had avocado ranch dressing and i think was the best taco salad i have ever tasted. Server James was EXCELLENT! Go and check it out! read more

Service was absolutely amazing! We came in and had a pretty large group, about 20 of us. The restaurant is decorative beautifully and was clean. The food was great as well. Really love how they season the chips. They gave lots of chips and showed us to refill the sauces. From start to finish it was a pleasant experience! read more

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Rocco's Tacos came in hot -- literally. The house-made hot sauce was fire ... not in the spicy way, but in the "wow, this is delicious" way. Unfortunately, so was the bottle. I couldn't tell if it was sauce or a science experiment, but the outside was sticky enough to trap a small animal, and the cap looked like it hadn't been wiped since Cinco de Mayo 2012. Pro tip: the sauce is worth it, just bring a wet wipe and maybe a hazmat glove. read more

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As a lunch spot during a business day, Rocco's checks the boxes -reasonable menu, quick service, and available not cramped seating both indoor and outdoor. For those on a less simple carb diet -lower right of the menu has options with veggies and sweet potato. Taco tuesdays are 2 dollars off a La carte prices. read more

Rocco's Tacos & Tequila Bar - Mexican Near Me - Tampa, Florida

We went to IP ( International mall) on Tuesday evening ( of course taco Tuesday) 09/09/25. Tacos were very good, fresh and tasty. My companion had the chicken enchiladas again fresh, tasty and over filled with goodness. We went during happy hour $ 2.00 off of tacos. Also on the happy hour special was the margaritas ( think somewhere around $5-6.00) Needless to say they were awesome. I did limit myself too 2 ... We sat at the bar staff( bartender) was very attentive, courteous and pleasant. Rocco's Tacos & Tequila Bar is such a cool restaurant. Décor , atmosphere and happy hour prices. Yes I recommend this place. Kudos to Rocco Tacos. read more

Rocco's Tacos & Tequila Bar - Chicken enchiladas with yellow rice - Mexican Near Me - Tampa, Florida

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Great ambiance. Our server Jayda was really sweet and really nice. The staff were very friendly. The food was amazing. Thank You!! read more

We sat on the side bar and had friendly service. The queso fondito was unique with the peppers and a somewhat mild spice. We didn't realize you had to ask for the chorizo sausage, so this dip was vegetarian, but still flavorful. The shrimp tacos and carne asada were good but could've been warm when it was served. Nice ambience, cool lighting, indoor and outdoor seating and nice margaritas. Fun stop while shopping at the mall. read more

Rocco's Tacos & Tequila Bar - Tile work outside patio - Mexican Near Me - Tampa, Florida

Absolutely love this place. The food is always so good, the atmosphere is vibing and Mackenzie was the best!!! Can't wait to come back soon for more amazing food, vibes and service!! Highly recommend!! read more

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We love this place! Great food, excellent tasty cocktails, wonderful friendly service and amazing decor. We LOVE the Star Wars artwork! The food is great but the drinks are the main attraction.... Unfortunately for my wallet LOL Also I highly recommend the tableside guacamole. Can't really go wrong on food and drinks. Take your family and friends and enjoy this cool place! read more

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Was in Tampa for the weekend and decided to eat at Rocco's taco. The drinks were blah, I feel like Chili's has a better margarita. The queso fundido was disgusting. The tortilla was dry and stuck together. We ordered two carne asada taco and mistakenly the bartender only put in one order. The carne was ok. I ordered the traditional, carnitas tacos. I love carnitas tacos but these carnitas were flavorless and not great. The service was ok, nothing special. It's also pricey, would not recommend. read more

Rocco's Tacos & Tequila Bar - Queso Fundido - Mexican Near Me - Tampa, Florida

Ron is the best waiter ever! He was so personable and made us feel like we were his priority. Food and drinks were good enough that I would come back knowing I will receive amazing customer service. read more

Best experience I've ever had in my lifetime in a restaurant. Our waitress Haley was more than attentive. She made us feel so welcome being a newly postpartum mom.. the food was bomb My sister and I both had the margaritas one watermelon kiss and the traditional and it was superb. Love the managers and all the staff. Not understanding where the negative reviews are coming from because that was not our experience at all and definitely disregard those. We had an excellent time. Definitely will be back. Don't miss out guys.. plus the ambience is like Dios Muertos so cool and authentic loved the mask on the wall. We got cute videos there. read more

Rocco's Tacos & Tequila Bar - Mexican Near Me - Tampa, Florida

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Their margarita and Taco Salad was the best I have had in a long time. Staff were very courteous and acvomodating. Even better than the ones we go to in Pinellas County. read more

Cute spot on Bay Street at International. Went on a Thursday afternoon and there was a big lunch rush but tables were seated within 20 mins. Food was standard - we ordered nachos for the table, then the ensalada de taco, beef burrito bowl, and tradicional tacos de Calle. Big portions for the price points. Pork for tacos was a little dry but guac and sour cream helped. read more

Rocco's Tacos & Tequila Bar - ENSALADA DE TACO - Mexican Near Me - Tampa, Florida

The food is always solid and fresh. Their margarita are some of the best. Also being so close to the mall, it makes it easy to visit.

Food and service was great! Charles was fast and efficient and great asset to restaurant ! Great service Charles!

A great happy hour menu with $5 everything. This was a nightcap to end the day and it was a great place to continue the fun if you can get into the happy hour before it ends at 7pm. The volcanic marg is rimmed with black salt and is perfectly sweet. The spicy marg could be spicier in my opinion. The flautas were 2 good sizes and completely stuffed with seasoned shredded chicken. As someone who cares about macros but still wants to enjoy life and socializing, these are great. read more

Rocco's Tacos & Tequila Bar - Chicken Flautas - Mexican Near Me - Tampa, Florida

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Always the best margaritas. The table side guacamole is lively. Definitely recommend. Nice patio too! read more

Rocco's Tacos & Tequila Bar - Strawberry basil margaritas - Mexican Near Me - Tampa, Florida

If you're looking for a spot that perfectly balances convenience with a "home away from home" vibe, this is it. Located right near the airport and seamlessly connected to the mall, it's the ultimate stop to knock out your shopping list before settling in to decompress. The Highlights: * The Revamped Menu: They've just released a brand-new manual that has completely elevated the food game. It's clear they didn't just tweak a few items--the entire menu has been reimagined with quality in mind. * The "Emily" Effect: The real soul of the place is at the bar. Emily H. is incredibly friendly and sociable; she has this rare knack for making you feel like a regular on your very first visit. * The Atmosphere: After a long, draining day at work, the bar here feels like a sanctuary. It's rare to find an airport-adjacent spot that feels this personal and welcoming rather than just "transient." Pro Tip: Go for the shopping, but stay for the service. Whether you're killing time before a flight or just dodging rush hour traffic after work, Emily and the new menu make it impossible to leave early. read more

Rocco's Tacos & Tequila Bar - Mexican Near Me - Tampa, Florida