Barbacoa tacos were very dry, I think the meat was old. Tamales were amazing and I think wrapped…read morein banana leaf, very fresh with big pieces of meat. Watermelon agua Fresca was on point. I would probably return if I'm in the area and try something else.

Taqueria Emanuel is sooo good. One of those spots that doesn't try too hard and just gets it right…read more The food is super flavorful, fresh, and actually tastes authentic--not watered down at all. I've tried a couple things and everything has been consistently solid. Portions are great for the price, so it feels like you're getting real value too. Perfect when you want something quick but still really satisfying. The vibe is casual and low-key, nothing fancy, but that's part of the charm. Service has always been friendly and quick in my experience. Parking can depend on the time, but I've usually been able to find a spot without too much trouble. Definitely a go-to if you're in the mood for good tacos.

My favorite local spot, truly the best. Breakfast, fire. Lunch, fire. Dinner, fire…read more The employees are on point, check this place out. Great ambiance!

Friends invited me to TacoSon-- their favorite place to go, especially after a long day. Everything…read morewas amazing-- I got their ceviche, two tacos & their Tamarind Tea. Usually I like an actual Tamarind agua fresca but this hit the spot! The cashier was very sweet and patient and actually let me try the tea before I bought because I was hesitant. Can't wait to come back, especially for the drive thru! Makes me wish they were open later.

So y'all already know that I'm a Clementine Chef girl. Anything that the Sommers family makes, I…read moreWILL eat. Because these people throw down and are the kindest, most personable chefs you've ever met. And y'all! This new grab and go pop up does NOT disappoint. Do you ever miss being able to pay a reasonable price for a burrito that's got all the goods inside? And not having to pay extra for guac in your veggie burrito! Because I do! And guess what! That's back with Vortex Mex!!!! The cauliflower chorizo that they make is my favorite food in the world. Truly. They could put it in nearly anything and I'd eat it...so a burrito is a very reasonable choice. The flavor profile of this whole thing is fire. The red hot sauce? As a big fan of spice, this even has my nose - running a little! But the burn is WORTH IT for the flavor the sauce packs. And don't even get me started on the size....I truly thought that I was holding a baby when they handed me the bag (with two burritos in it). This thing is huuuuge, which means it's filled with allll the good stuff! Anyways - get to Vortex Mex stat. You won't regret it. I'll be going back at every possible chance for the foreseeable future!

Found them on instagram and decided to give them a try. They are a ghost kitchen near Lowry park…read morezoo so you order on their website and once you arrive they have a sign out front to let them know your there. Then they bring your order out to you. As soon as I texted them The gentleman was out maybe less than 5 minutes and was very friendly. The smoked pork tacos were phenomenal! The flavor was spot on and melt in your mouth tender. The chips were on the thicker side but I love them with the gauc. Definitely would order here again!

What a nice place at Armature works. We came here for a quick lunch before heading back home on…read moreSunday. The line was very quick, service was quick and friendly, food was reasonably priced and food was very good. I had a burrito bowl and my husband had a burrito. We definitely enjoyed our food. Food was fresh, and tasty. Guac was also very nicely made.

I have had Muchachas a couple of times and the food has always been all right…read more However, I recently ordered a burrito bowl on Uber eats because they were offering a buy one get one free deal! So exciting. Unfortunately, I couldn't even stomach the food because both bowls was so insanely salty. I couldn't even eat it.

We won't be going back. Thats the best i can say. The third time was no charm. The chips were hard,…read moresalsa was brought to the table warm. The quesadilla was only meat and cheese and nothing else. All they have are flimsy plastic ware and no plates.

Of all the taco places I've tried this was the least appetizing. My chicken was extremely dry and…read moretasted like burnt/smoked chicken with no seasoning... maybe I got a bad batch of tacos but for the price I would say it's pricey and up there in comparison. I'm a believer in second chances so I will give it another shot another day. For now - not a high review. Presentation was the best thing about the whole experience

I can't believe I'm writing an entire review about chips, salsa, and guacamole, but here we are…read more Let me start with this: I am someone who merely likes Mexican food in the same way I like background music. It's pleasant, but not life-altering. And yet, this guacamole gave me an out-of-body experience. Fresh, perfectly seasoned, and aggressive enough to make me question my previous life choices. One bite in and suddenly I was the person hovering over the basket and flicking away the hands and chips of my fellow dining companions. The salsa was not the usual watery tomato situation every other restaurant throws together. This actually had depth and a hint of mesquite . I don't know what they're doing back there, but I went through multiple baskets of chips like I was carb-loading for th St Anthony's marathon this weekend. By the time my enchiladas arrived, I had already made several poor decisions. I was full. I knew I was full. I ate them anyway. I had no regrets, they were that good. The whole place feels like you accidentally wandered into some tucked-away spot in San Miguel de Allende where everything is fresh, simple, and better than you thought a Mexican place in a plaza could be. I came in neutral. I left reconsidering my stance on Mexican food and my ability to stop eating when I should. Take your family here as soon as you possibly can.

Drove by this place on our way to the zoo and thought it looked cute, so we stopped on our way…read morehome. First off: the crab and poblano enchiladas were delicious. My plate was so colorful and the enchiladas came with rice, beans, and a little salad i wasn't expecting, but thoroughly enjoyed. Huge portions. My kiddo had the kids steak fajita and it came out in a plastic stegosaurus, which she enjoyed. Service was good. He made sure our table had plenty of water after a very hot day at the zoo, which was much appreciated.

This place is a gem that you would normally drive by because it's in the middle of Jack-shack city…read more It's right across from a place that's called the Playhouse theater which is an adult theater/gay bathhouse. So be aware that the location is downright terrible, because being in the middle of Drew Park is seedy business pun intended. So, I put my trust in Google to suggest someplace new for me to eat today and it brought me here. No one here speaks English so if you can't communicate with basic knowledge in Spanish it might be difficult for you to order food. Me being a huge food lover I have no issues with this, because I can order food in almost any language. One last thing to get out of the way. Not only is the location terrible but the building is a tad bit dumpy and dirty. I must say though the food shines and it came out fast plus the service was good. I got three tacos, rice, and beans for $7.99. The barbacoa meat was exquisite and Juicy. They're homemade sauces were superb. If you can get past the rough neighborhood and exterior of this place you will definitely have a meal you will enjoy.

Oh pilgrim, your search has ended. Long have I looked for the Mexican cuisine I came to love when I…read morelived out west. And where else but West Tampa/ Drew Park. This area continues to amaze with the quantity of awesome eateries or just how good they all seem to be. El Diamonte excels at the food I know and love. I've past this place hundreds of times on my way to work and today we tried it for lunch. It looks like just a small shack, inside the place is good size, bigger than I thought it would be. All seven of us sat at one table and were served chips and salsa immediately. The waitress also brought two more salsas in squeeze bottles, one red (rojo) one green (verde) and both were packing some heat but not overpowering heat, great flavor. I ordered the three taco special, available with pollo, bizteca, carnitas or tongue (no thanks), with carnitas at $5.99 with rice and beans. A good menu selection is available. The food came out quickly even though there was only one waitress. Our food was brought out by the chef. What I was presented with was three lovely street type tacos full of pork, cilantro, onion and tomato. Sauced up with both hot sauces and I was in heaven. The tortillas were the freshest corn tortillas I have ever eaten. One of my guys got the Chile Relano and raved about it. Another got a burrito, it was huge, he loved it. My lunch with diet coke came to $7 and change. With $2 tip it came in under $10. And it was fabulous. El Diamonte will be placed on my "Don't Miss This Place" list. A mighty honor. Try it pilgrim, your search may end too.

Absolutely -- based on the picture and what you told me, I'd make it sound genuine and highlight…read morethe owner going above and beyond: 10/10 experience! The owner really went out of his way to make my food special and added some extra things that weren't even on the menu. Everything was fresh, flavorful, and honestly tasted amazing. The burrito was packed, the fries were , and the sauces were the perfect touch. You can tell they actually care about their customers and the food they serve. Plus, it's super close to my work, so I'll definitely be coming back! Highly recommend giving this place a try.

-4 steak tacos ($15.05) -25 min wait…read more -tacos didn't have much flavor but the green salsa verde had a lot of flavor. It made the tacos taste much better. One of the best salsa verde I've had that wasn't spicy. -they're always busy so I'm happy I finally got to try them.