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    Taco Del Mar

    3.1 (29 reviews)
    InexpensiveTex-Mex, Fast Food, Mexican
    Closed 10:30 am - 8:00 pm

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    What's the vibe?
    Casual
    Moderate noise
    Good for kids
    Good for groups

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    Michael S.

    Tacos del Mar turned into The Quick and The Meh starring a beautiful mysterious gunslinger and her Yelptastic husband sauntering into a small joyless strip mall on the outskirts of Happy Valley to fight off the ruthless hunger that had plagued their afternoon while seeking two tacos to restore peace and satisfaction. Her choice was fish. His were carnitas. The tacos were quick. The tacos were meh. The staff were bored, but at least they did their work efficiently. There is no joy in tacoville. Tacos del Meh.

    Taco del Mar: fish tacos with black beans and rice and side of sour cream.
    Tina P.

    Perhaps the management has changed since 2012 because this spot doesn't seem the same as what's been described in the lower-star reviews. It's not the best but it's not the worst; I'd say it's above average. The space is in a strip mall, it is clean inside, and the staff were fine--not overly friendly but not impolite either. I've had their fish taco combo plate twice in the last two weeks and both times it was fine. The build-your-own options are a nice touch here, and everything I've eaten has tasted fresh enough and didn't come back to haunt me later. Summary: Not as good as some of the taco vendors in the local cart pods but lighter than many sit down Mex in PDX (i.e. Original Taco House, La Caretta), and better (and fresher) than any Taco Bell for just a few bucks more.

    Tison V.

    I LOVE Mexican food. The spicier the better. While they don't have anything paticularly spicy, it is still one of my favorite place to eat. The manager is very friendly and knows me despite the fact that I only eat here two times a month. The rest of the staff is just as friendly. If you're looking for a quick bite and Mexican is your craving I highly recommen this place.

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    11 years ago

    Yum... Quick casual tacos, taco deal mar on 82nd can't be beat. Fast and cheap, best fish tacos in town!

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    I love taco del mar... My dream would be to own one and eat your delicious Mondo burritos all day long. Viva la Tacos!

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    La Cocina Restaurant

    La Cocina Restaurant

    4.1(574 reviews)
    8.1 miMississippi, Boise, North Portland, Northeast Portland
    $$

    Food~We started with Pozole Rojo (chicken) and, as a first timer it didn't disappoint (you can get…read morechicken or carnitas). Enchiladas (carnitas) it was only ok it was a tad bit salty and, a few hard parts (I'll definitely would get the chicken next time). Chicken Fajitas were good but, it's a different taste from other places I've had it (my love enjoyed it he said it had a very authentic flavor). Rice (fluffy) and Beans (well seasoned) both were really delicious. Service~Pearlina was super sweet, knew the menu very well and, had exceptional service. She made sure we had everything we needed and, continue to check on us throughout our meal. Ambiance~It's has a very calming vibe and atmosphere. I love the fact they have a privacy strip on the windows (so no one walking by watches you eat). It's a family owned restaurant and, I would recommend giving them a try. I feel what we ordered was worth it but, everything (except water) has a charge. Only street parking and, lots of indoor/outdoor seating.

    We had a great time at this restaurant, the vibes inside are amazing and the food is delicious! I'd…read morerecommend the horchata and the queso fundido poblano! What we ate: Queso Fundido Poblano as a starter. We had a Carne Asada Taco and a Pastor Taco. Then got the La Costa Burrito, a shrimp burrito drenched in a creamy white wine sauce with pico, avocado, chili oil & queso fresco. Additionally, for drinks we had a cocktail and a horchata.

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    La Cocina Restaurant
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    4.9(144 reviews)
    4.9 miHawthorne, Sunnyside, Southeast Portland
    $$

    Oh yum!!! Several friends and I stopped in here for lunch and we all agreed that everything we has…read morewas great. I had a couple of tacos a la carte - one fish & one prawns. Both the fish and the prawns were cooked in a red sauce that was delicious! I meant to ask for blue corn tortillas but was so excited to find shrimp & fish tacos that weren't deep-fried that I forgot to ask for them. The regular corn tortillas were excellent, though, so it was not a bad mistake to make. I also had jamaica to drink and let me tell you... it was not made from a mix! It was dark, thirst-quenching, and perfectly made. Most jamaica is super sweet - this was not! I love the flavor of real hibiscus and this did not disappoint. My friends had chile relleno bowls and birria tacos, all of which was excellent. Their watermelon margaritas were tasty and refreshing! Our orders were taken by a helpful person at the cash register and the food was served quickly by a friendly server. The inside and outside areas were clean and tidy, with plenty of seating available at the outside tables. The outdoor seating area is under cover making it a good choice for both summer & winter dining. Definitely going on my "have to go back and try something else" list!

    I had such a great experience at Plaza Coyoacán. From the moment we walked in, the atmosphere felt…read morewelcoming, warm, and inviting. It is the kind of place you instantly feel comfortable settling into. Everyone we interacted with was incredibly kind, and the service was genuinely great throughout. We ordered the Quekas with vegan chorizo and black beans and they were SO good, honestly a standout. The chips and guac were also a hit, and I loved that the guac was actually cold. Such a small detail that makes a big difference. The Citrus Salad was super fresh, crisp, and delicious, which balanced everything out perfectly. I also tried the NA classic margarita and it was so refreshing. I loved the subtle touch of orange juice. Overall, such a lovely spot with amazing food, great vibes, and thoughtful details. I will definitely be back!

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    Plaza Coyoacan - Horchata, both of my girls finished theirs! Delicious.

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    Horchata, both of my girls finished theirs! Delicious.

    Republica

    Republica

    4.3(260 reviews)
    7.1 miPearl District

    I decided to treat myself to a nice weekend brunch and left the restaurant feeling truly awed and…read morepampered. I tried their course menu, and every dish was presented with such care and beauty. What I especially appreciated was how each dish was bursting with flavor without being overly salty or sweet -- something that's surprisingly hard to find at restaurants. The decor is stylish yet welcoming, and the music adds just the right amount of ambiance while still allowing for easy conversation. No need to yell across the table! My pictures (the ones I managed to take before digging in ) really don't do this gem justice, so I highly recommend experiencing it for yourself.

    I came to República for lunch and did the tasting menu, which was around $40 per person and gave us…read morethe opportunity to try everything on the menu. For the amount of food and the overall experience, I thought it was a great way to experience the restaurant. Ángel took care of us and made the meal even more memorable by telling us the story and inspiration behind each dish as it came out. It made the tasting feel like much more than just trying a bunch of different dishes. I'm definitely a carnivore and usually feel like a meal needs some kind of meat, but surprisingly, my favorite dish was the mole with eggplant and rice. The mole was delicious, and I genuinely didn't miss having meat on the plate. I would happily order that dish again exactly as it was. The tomates en salsa arabe were another standout. I really enjoyed how fresh the dish tasted, especially with the seasonal tomatoes they were using. I also had the carnitas tacos, which had great flavor and texture. For dessert, we had what was essentially a fried concha, and I loved that it wasn't overly sweet. It had just the right amount of sweetness for me and was a great way to finish the meal. Overall, I highly recommend doing the full tasting menu at República. For around $40 per person, you get to experience the entire menu, and if you're lucky enough to have Ángel there to walk you through the stories and concepts behind the dishes, it makes the experience that much better.

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    Republica - Just open for linch for a clean pic getting ready

    Just open for linch for a clean pic getting ready

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    Meat with black mole

    Republica - Our wonderful Chefs in the Kitchen during service.

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    Our wonderful Chefs in the Kitchen during service.

    Casa Colima - Always authentic and fresh!

    Casa Colima

    4.0(384 reviews)
    6.0 miHillsdale, Southwest Portland
    $$

    Stopped in for lunch around noon on a Saturday. Located in a strip mall area. Plenty of parking…read morearound the building, but only a few parallel parking spots available at the building entrance. The inside decor is super cute and colorful. The painting on the walls and furniture is very festive! I love how they have different seating area rooms to spread guests out for privacy. They also have a covered outdoor seating area available. Staff was welcoming, friendly, helpful and attentive. I read reviews about their complimentary chips, salsa and bean dip. We asked for the bean dip, but we found out when we received our bill that it's not complimentary anymore. Bummer. It was good, but not worth the extra $5. They were extremely generous with their chips and salsa, so in the end we were okay paying the extra $5. We ordered the chicken quesadilla and charbroiled burger. Both were great! Fresh ingredients. The quesadilla wasn't greasy at all. Neither were the chips! Our server recommended the pollo asada for my quesadilla and it was much appreciated. The seasoning on the chicken was delicious, including the charbroiled flavor. Overall a wonderful first visit here. We'll definitely be back! Would highly recommend.

    I always love coming here. The food and drinks are both amazing and the service is always…read morewonderful. Plus this time I was pleasantly surprised there was a weekday happy hour for food! The venue is huge so lots of space and accommodating for those with kids or large groups.

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    Casa Colima - Chicken Fajitas!

    Chicken Fajitas!

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    Try our Molcajete Mexicano!

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