Everything is so fresh!…read more I like to try something different every time I stop in, and nothing ever fails to please me! Everything is fresh, and employees give you a solid portion of everything on the line. They keep the salsa bar well stocked, and the tables clean. The restrooms are also clean! The service is standard, but is nonetheless kind. This place gives you modern appeal with faint coastal vibes! We will be coming back!!

Tried Burrito Shak for the first time today. Ordered a Quesadilla. Excellent. Well seasoned…read morechicken, an extreme amount of cheese, well grilled! Pico and Jalapeños with it! Mexican food scale 10/10 for North Carolina. Could it open up in Dallas next to a Jersey Mikes and stay in business? Absolutely. Could it open up in San Antonio or El Paso and stay in business? Probably not. But it's great to have Texmex of this quality in Southport.

So good!!! We were able to walk over here from our Airbnb and it was so enjoyable! We sat inside…read morebecause it was a little steamy outside, and we were amused by the stickers and skateboards covering every inch of the restaurant. Our server was friendly and helpful. Since we were wondering how many tacos to get, I'll just say I think 2-3 per person is plenty. They do really pile them high, so 2 and some chips was great for me. My husband enjoyed 3 (we both loved the fried mahi, and the shrimp, and he also enjoyed the ground beef). These chips and guacamole were amazing- the chips almost tasted like Doritos and the guacamole was nice and garlicky! We were talking about these chips for days! The only have bottled water, so next time I'd probably just drink my own water bottle. Still highly recommend this spot!

TACOS 10/10 (we got the shrimp & the fried mahi) but we could have just ate 10 more each…read moreourselves!!! VIBES 10/10! Sky was a chill bartender!

The grilled shrimp nachos are absolutely superb!! Service…read moreis good. This restaurant can accommodate bigger parties which is nice. We've been twice while on Oak Island this week.

The food was fresh and delicious! They sat us right away and…read morekept our drinks full. I loved how you could sit indoor and/or outdoor on the patio and face the pier and beach!

Best Tacos ever. Service is great and it's affordable!! They are always super helpful, suggest…read morerecommendations and put our good quality tacos and queso that is like a desirable sex party in your mouth when you eat it.

Waited forever for nachos and we were only ones there, chips were stale and meat had a funny taste…read morelike it was old. Sorry to have to write this review but was really sad that we were overcharged and when I pointed it out, she said the menu was wrong. Really? $19 for nachos that are stale!!!!! No wonder lot is empty every time we pass. I really wanted to like this place because we heard good things but it was not good.

Maybe it was all the talk about how good it was but we were let down :(…read more I always say sometimes expectation is the thief of joy. That was the case at Shaka Taco. No issue with the wait and the servers and staff were working hard and kind. That said, the prices were high for what you got and not having cups for water increased the dissatisfaction. We did enjoy the chips and the red salsa was good however our meals outside that were fairly flavorless. Pretty sure the only thing that was raved about was the Sangria Slush. I'm a fan of doing something and doing it well but not so sure outside the slush or the shrimp taco what the signature dish is here but it wasn't the specials, the seafood nachos, the beef, ahi tuna tacos.

4.5 Overall - A real beach-feel taco shack, less than a block from the ocean. Outdoor seating (no…read moreindoors) and weathered wood lends authenticity to the Surf City vibe, but then one also needs to contend with the birds and heat (minus the ocean breeze). We drove here with friends from Jacksonville (NC) and experienced the food and service and, afterwards said we'd definitely return here. Why? Tacos. We ordered four - Tuna, Shrimp, Chicken, and Veggie- all on a soft corn tortilla. Each one packed a mouthful of flavor combinations that were distinct and memorable. My blackened and seared tuna took a different turn with the bacon, yet it melded well with the cabbage and the spicy mayo. My favorite - the blackened and grilled Shrimp taco - included Asian slaw and sweet chili sauce that complimented the char. Our friends ordered the seafood nachos which frankly looked liked the shrimp and other seafood were overwhelming the chips! If I had been hungrier, I would have ordered this monster! Soft drinks (Coke products), adult beverages, and "Sweet Treats" are also available. The bathrooms are inside the surf shop. Paid parking is right next to the store. (If a song could be adapted for this review, it would start, "Shaka, Shaka, Shaka, Shaka Tacos)

Two girlfriends and I decided to get tacos for Sunday lunch last week. There was no line…read more(astounding!), and we were all so hungry! Among us we ordered a bunch of tacos, nachos, horchata, and queso and chips. I decided to try the special taco of the day- the pota-toe- which was crispy and delicious! We all enjoyed our food and left stuffed! Also they have some new specials and I'm SO excited!!!

Went to Block Taco recently and left disappointed, mostly because of the service. The staff seemed…read moreto be having a rough day, and unfortunately that came across in how they spoke to customers, a little short and rude, even if unintentional. I get that everyone has bad days, but it's not something that should come through to customers. The food itself was okay, nothing special, but not bad either. The horchata, though, was a miss for me. It was way over-seasoned with a tangy flavor that didn't match any horchata I've had before, which made it hard to finish. Not a terrible experience overall, but between the service and the drink, I probably won't be rushing back...

LA TAQUERIA may be a familiar name in Murrells Inlet/Garden City, but under its new ownership it's…read moredefinitely worth another visit. With the owner, manager, and chef all actively involved in the restaurant, there's a real sense of pride in both the food and the customer experience. There's plenty of free parking, it's easy to get in and out, and you're welcomed into a clean, inviting dining room with bright, vibrant colors. I ordered the birria tacos, and they absolutely lived up to the hype. They come with a rich, flavorful consommé for dipping--it's like the French dip of the taco world. Every bite was packed with flavor, and I'd highly recommend them to anyone visiting. As I looked around the dining room, every dish heading to neighboring tables looked fresh, colorful, and beautifully prepared. It definitely left me wanting to come back and work my way through more of the menu. Whether you've never been before or haven't visited since the change in ownership, LA TAQUERIA deserves a stop. Based on my experience, the new team is doing an outstanding job, and I look forward to returning.

This was a nice family run restaurant! I will say, there was room for improvement but I would still…read morehighly recommend giving la taqueria a try for the food, pricing, and supporting a small family business! The inside was very clean and modern. They have a different special every day of the week which seemed like a great way to try everything on the menu. The star of the show was the shrimp burrito. Perfectly cooked, tender shrimp, excellently seasoned rice and beans all combined together with crema and lettuce in a grilled tortillas. There was actually quite a bit of shrimp in the burrito. And the salsas added extra depths of flavor. We also got chips and salsa. The chips were nothing to write home about, seemed to have been sitting out for a bit. The owner was nice, she brought out a free chip refill. The verde salsa and spicy salsa were homemade with good flavory and a nice smokiness. I felt the same way about the side salas that came with the burrito. It was decent, nothing special. I imagine the fries would be similar. Overall this was a great place to get some fresh hispanic seafood! The tacos also looked amazing, I would definitely recommend trying out the entrees here.

Very nice lunch! Had the president tacos - steak and shrimp. Enjoyed them very much! Good chips…read moreand salsa. Rice was nice and flavorful. Best tacos I've had down here.

Haven't had this Mexican food this good in a long time. Service was quick and food was amazing.read more

We heard this was a great place for locals. It's a Cute place. Friendly , local restaurant. The…read moremenu has a lot to choose from Food was ok. Lots of parking

Nice concept - being our first time there would have MUCH PREFERRED an actual server to help us…read morewith the menu vs the CR code and ordering on iphone, with little to no descriptions, plus - paying and tipping before ever being served. Food was ok - nothing I would crave. Won't go back.

Saw videos online and went for a visit - so happy we did! The waitress was so nice and she gets in…read morea workout going up and down the stairs lol! Food was great and I LOVED the birria tacos - also got the birria quesadilla which was HUGE! Also not a huge tequila person and the waitress recommended the blue raspberry drink but with vodka and it was GREAT! She said she also prefers vodka haha ! Would love to come back and it is right downtown and a great spot to start at bopping around!

Ambiance: The restaurant is cute, and separated into 2 levels (main area and loft). We were sat in…read morethe main area. Food: The tacos are good, but on the smaller side.