Good food! Good price! Good portions and Menudo is available mid week which is usually not the case. The chimichanga was fried perfectly. The guacamole was fresh. Do this! read more

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The food here is always fresh and delicious. I get the veggie burrito and side of guacamole. The guacamole is really yummy! My husband gets the chicken quesadilla which he likes. The service is great, and the food is typically made in less than 5 minutes. The restaurant is inside a gas station which seems a little odd but easy to order and pick up. There are also some tables inside to sit at if you choose to eat in. read more

Wish we had discovered this place sooner. The food is so good! Our new go to place for mexican food. Not only is the food good but the pricing is so affordable. We get take out. Less cooking for me, which makes me very happy! Thanks Taco Jalisco. read more

This was the second time we've eaten here and the food was exceptional. We shared the steak, shrimp, chicken and chorizo Mesquite grill. Came with 6 (we asked for corn) tortillas. Two full plates of guacamole, lettuce, onions, tomatoes, rice and beans. Really thee best Mexican food we've had in Florida. Service was great and ambience is really joyful! Try it . The quality was excellent! read more

Taco Jalisco - Mesquite Grill dish at Jalisco ( next to Costco on Tamiami Trail) - Mexican Near Me - Sarasota, Florida

Went last night because we were craving their rice and beans. Discovered later at home that this time they not only threw the enchilada together fast ( tortilla filled with a tablespoon of tiny pieces of beef/ rolled up/ very small amount of enchilada sauce put on top) but THEN.... they zapped the styrofoam box containing the enchiladas (2) in the microwave. Directly under the mound of shredded lettuce and two small enchiladas the styrofoam was hardened/ melted and retained the red color right under each piece. Styrofoam has been proven to be carcinogenic and the cancerous chemicals enter your food when cooked inside a styrofoam box. We thought they had stopped doing this. The nachos grande had a smaller portion of ground beef just quickly tossed in one clump, not sprinkled all over. The cheese not the same delicious cheese of last year. Flavor of last year now missing. read more

There was a nice little line but my food came out pretty quick. It was the best tacos I have had in a long time I will definitely be back read more

Taco Jalisco - Mexican Near Me - Sarasota, Florida

Wow. The breakfast burrito I had from Taco Jalisco was amazing. The churros were delicious too. I think everyone in our group enjoyed the food from this humble joint located inside the Texaco gas station on S Tamiami Trail (41) just south of Stickney Point Rd. One of my former coworkers, who now lives in Bradenton, recommended Taco Jalisco to me. He described it as "a must" for food in Sarasota. I don't take his recommendations lightly because his opinion is one I take seriously. My friends and I were vacationing in nearby Siesta Key and a couple guys in our group, coincidentally, found this place independent that recommendation. Our group of eight ended up getting breakfast from here. We got several of the following breakfast burritos and multiple orders of the churros as well: * Sausage and Egg Burrito ($5.99 each) * Chorizo and Egg Burrito ($5.99 each) * Steak and Egg Burrito ($6.49 each) * Churros (3 for $4.99) All of the above breakfast burritos came with cheese and tomato salsa. I had the Chorizo and Egg Burrito. It was hot, fresh, filling, and incredibly delicious. It was packed with plenty of flavorful, mouthwatering chorizo. I loved the fluffy egg and the comforting cheese too. Simply put, it was the perfect breakfast burrito. And at $5.99, a great value too. The churros were outstanding as well. Crisp, long, fresh, warm, and sweet with plenty of delectable cinnamon sugar on the outside. The burritos were wrapped in foil, marked with a black Sharpie to identify burrito type, and packed in plain brown bags. The churros too. Taco Jalisco had nine total breakfast burrito varieties to choose from and overall, their menu was quite expansive for a small restaurant located inside a gas station convenience store. Check out their menu on Grubhub here: https://www.grubhub.com/restaurant/taco-jalisco-6895-s-tamiami-trail-sarasota/1486078. You can also visit Taco Jalisco's official Facebook page here: https://www.facebook.com/TACO-Jalisco-1146850802043553/. However, it looks like they haven't posted anything since January 6, 2018. This Taco Jalisco at 6895 S Tamiami Trail in Sarasota opened in 2016. I highly recommend this place and would love to try more of their food if I ever get the chance. By the way, the top of the receipt printed "Welcome to 00304961 JDS SUNMAR" and then the address above. No "Taco Jalisco" or "Texaco" or anything like that. All of the burritos and churros were listed as a single item, "TACO," for $86.85. How it worked was Taco Jalisco staff rang everything up at the restaurant counter and then payment was actually made by us to the convenience store cashier. read more

Never a bad experience, food is fresh and delicious. Simple atmosphere great service one of my favorite places in Sarasota.

The food was great highly recommend if in the area Fast service Gorditas are amazing read more

Best place in Sarasota for authentic Mexican food - all the sauces are homemade - they should consider selling them - that's how good they are read more

This place is amazing! Little hidden gem within the gas station. Has seating for dining in and they will bring out your food so no need to stand around waiting. The food was so delicious! The flavors will definitely made my taste buds happy! We both got taco platters that came with beans and rice and they were all so flavorful! The ambiance is friendly and welcoming, besides the gas station, they make it feel like you're in a real Mexican restaurant! I've uploaded the recent menu with prices. We will definitely be back! read more

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Cochinita Pibil is five star delicious. I ordered without onions and habanero sauce. The red and green salsas are too spicy for me. The chicken taco was pretty good, carne asada was fine. I did not like the ground beef in the Gordita, pretty boring. The rice and beans are good. I will absolutely go back and try other "not tacos" stuff. read more

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Yes! Gas station tacos! It's located inside the Texaco, and I didn't know this at first and my GPS was sending me on a weird route through a (very cute) trailer park. Anyway, I'm glad I didn't give up and found it thanks to the other review/tip mentioning Texaco. The tacos are delicious. Just delicious. The people don't seem the happiest, but they're also not rude. So no real complaints there like another Yelper mentioned. Why are you still reading this? Go! Viva los tacos! read more

Taco Jalisco - Shrimp and lengua tacos! So the sauces are on the front counter. - Mexican Near Me - Sarasota, Florida

Very good place to eat, love the vibes and the food is amazing. Highly recommended for lunch.

Good food for takeout but in an odd location. It shares space at a gas station but don't let that deter you from trying it out.

Foods is amazing, they are fast and super nice. I am going to be returning at least once a month

Excellent Taco el Pastor(pork) at a remarkable $2.50 plus tax! The Carne Asada (steak) taco was also good, but I really enjoyed the Pastor. The pork was cut into squares and cooked with seasoning, add some grilled onions and a touch of fresh cilandro on the grilled corn tortilla, makes for a remarkable punch of juicy joy in your mouth. The rice was excellent, not burnt or crispy, and the portion was just right. The refried beans are authentic and flavorful. The food is cooked to order and comes hot. The seasonings like salsa, green or red, are on the counter for you to serve yourself. Mind you, this is inside the Texaco gas station and you place your food order and are given a food order receipt to take to the gas station register for payment. On your way to the register, you might need to grab something to drink, then bring it all to the register to pay. Bring back your paid receipt to get your food order. Interesting setup and a win-win for all of us. I honestly don't think this Texaco gas station would be getting as much traffic as they are, thanks mostly to this authentic Mexican spot. Their food area is spotlessly clean and so were the couple of tables and counter. Rolls of paper towels encourage you to enjoy your food. If you come during lunch time, give yourself a few minutes, because there is a loyal patronage and the lines can form. There are some breakfast items too. Dinner is a bit more peaceful but the food is the same, delicious! read more

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Standard Mexican-American food. Not bad, but not special. Been there two or three times. I think we are looking for something a bit more authentic. read more

Small place, giant deliciousness! No-frills necessary when the tacos are inexpensive and there are so many tasty choices. Taking up half of the convenience store at a gas station, at Taco Jalisco you order your meal in the back and pay at the cash register up front. Many offerings besides tacos and no doubt all are as good as those. Come to enjoy with others who feel the same way about this yummy venue! read more

Don't be deceived by the location inside a gas station. Pretty darn good Mexican food, and a great variety as well. Prepared fresh when you order. Seating is very limited- only a few tables, and a short bar area. You order at their counter and pay at the gas station main register, where you can buy soft drinks, water, etc. - fountain drink machine was out of order the day we went. We will be back! read more

Love this place A taste of Mexico No one speaks English so you know it's good Some of the best food out of a gas station read more

A rare 5 star rating that is truly well deserved!! This literally might be the best Mexican food I've ever had in my life, and would put it up against any spot in Cali, Texas, etc. They offer authentic Mexican dishes, and 'Americanized' dishes. I've ordered from here so many times, and the food is always consistent and great quality. It's the definition of a hole in the wall, hidden gem. Yes, it's definitely inside of a Texaco gas station, so it's mostly just a pickup place, which could be its only drawback. The food is the main star, though. I've tried their tacos, tamales, tortas, taquitos, burritos, chimichangas, Mexican pizza, queso.. Literally everything is good, it's really what you're in the mood for. And they have the best Al pastor I've ever tried! Plus, the authentic tacos come garnished with grilled onions and limes, it's the real deal. Lastly, they have a homemade hot sauce bar in front of the register, and they're all amazing too, just depends on how much heat you prefer. I like super hot, and my favorites are the spicy Rojo sauce and the habanero sauce. Seriously try this spot, best Mexican in Sarasota, and some of the best in Florida. read more

Absolutely delicious tacos! Wonderful service and friendly staff, your order was ready in less than 10 minutes. read more

Taco Jalisco - Steak Tacos - Mexican Near Me - Sarasota, Florida

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Can you say homemade ?? Omg the Pasole and the Birra's are my favorite- but seriously everything is fantastic!!!

Love this place. I've tried their tacos and chimi' s And now their breakfast burritos. AWESOME! Who would of thought getting food inside a gas station could be so good. read more

Taco Jalisco - Scrambled egg bacon hash brown burrito. - Mexican Near Me - Sarasota, Florida

The tacos are excellent! Amazing flavor and fresh food. You will not be disappointed! Also try the picaditas! YUM

This taco joint isn't 'behind' a gas station (that was my first assumption when I looked on the map) Nope... Taco Jalisco is actually inside of a gas station. It's a fast casual taco joint that is in the back of a Texaco gas station. And ya know what? This was some damn good Mexican food. This is why I love Yelp. Otherwise, how would I ever have known that some of the best tacos in town can be found inside of a gas station? Anyways, on to the eats. Because I'd been on a taco bender all weekend I decided to switch things up an order a chicken quesadilla. The dilla was stuffed with chicken and cheese and came with sides of pico, guac and sour cream. The chicken was a little different than what I'm used to (less of a grilled chicken and more of a darker meat) but was still flavorful and delicious. The real star of the show was my guy's burrito which was stuffed with meat, refried beans, cheese and veggies. This was easily one of the best burritos that I've had. Although the gas station serves beer you can only drink non-alcoholic drinks in the Taco Jalisco section. I also need to mention that the pricing is absurdly cheap. Burritos are 5-6 bucks and are absolutely massive. Tacos are 2 bucks and from the looks of it are also massive. Two people can feast for 10-15 dollars. Thanks to Yelp for helping me find this serious hidden gem inside of a gas station. This spot is on a main strip with lots of chains and until we opened our app we almost ended up stopping at Publix for a pub sub (which wouldn't have been the worst thing, pub subs are life) But seriously, traveling is all about eating local and trying out cool and unique places. I'm so happy that I found this! read more

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This place came highly recommended so my husband and I gave it a try. The food is very tasty and a good value for what you get. The chips/cheese and chimichangas were delicious. We will Definitely be returning. Don't let the exterior keep you away as it's well worth the visit. read more

Don't be put off by the location. Inside the Texaco Gas Station, this is some of the most authentic Mexican food in Sarasota. Usually packed with Spanish speaking clientele, the food is consistent and delicious, fresh and perfectly seasoned. Spice can be adjusted in moat dishes. We have had many items on the menu. Great read more

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The prices are misleading, they show a photo of 3 tacos for 3.49 but that's the price PER TACO. Not a fan of bad advertising myself I'd rather be sure what I'm paying.. read more

We were on our way home from Naples FL and decided to use Yelp and find the best taco spot we could find and Taco Jalisco was what came up. Taco Jalisco is a restaurant located inside a gas station on US41. You walk up to the Taco Jalisco counter and order your tacos and then go over to the gas station register and pay. We ordered several tacos to split, carnitas, Al pastor, chorizo and birria. The first thing I noticed when our tacos arrived was they look nothing like the pictures on Taco Jalisco's Yelp page, especially the Birria tacos. The second thing was they did not appear to be plated with care or concern for presentation, even for a taco place. And when we were trying them, they were just ok. Taco Jalisco, I'm not sure how you have gotten such a good rating, but what ever you were doing before go back to it, because if the experience we received is how your doing things you will not have a good rating long. read more

The food is amazing. If you don't speak Spanish or want good service, dont go there. I watched my food sit and get cold while they took other orders. read more

Hidden little gem. It's inside a gas station which some people will find odd but let me tell you, it's amazinggggg. The flavor is on point in all their food and the service is very fast. Try the marinated pork tacos. They were awesome. read more

Taco Jalisco - Mexican Near Me - Sarasota, Florida

Great quality and flavor for the price 100% would recommend . I was truly surprised will come again.

Ordered over the phone and was quick and accurate. Would recommend. Food was good. Would go back if on the area again.

Tuna app is delicious. Macadamia grouper is the nuts! Short rib risotto top notch too. So good I didn't have time for pix!

I dragged my husband here for lunch because of the reviews. We have a lot of great taquerias back home and I'm glad to say this place didn't disappoint. They are located inside the Texaco. You order at the counter and take a ticket to the Texaco counter to pay. You can get drinks at the gas station, but I wish they had agua fresca. The staff was friendly and helpful. The gentleman at the Texaco was extremely pleasant. There was a short wait, but only because they made everything fresh. I'm really impressed that they make their own tortillas here, especially because they are dealing with the space constraints of being in a gas station! The menu is a mix of traditional taqueria and gas station fare. I do not say this as a bad thing as it appeals to a larger audience. This may be crucial since I didn't see any other taquerias in the immediate area, just gringo tacos. :) Speaking of, they do offer beef, but also all the traditional meats too! My husband got their nachos with cheese dip, which is stadium type cheese, for $4.99. He also got a chicken quesadilla which he enjoyed until he got something crunchy in there. We couldn't figure out what it was. It was a big size for $7.99 though. I went with a taco plate for $7.99. I think that is a little high for only 2 tacos, but the rice and beans made it really filling. The carnitas and pastor were both excellent! No chewy or hard bits, not too fatty, great cook and bursting with flavor- no complaints. I was really pleased with the tacos, and liked the rice and beans too. I thought the churro, which was $1.59, was a little too crispy for my preference. You might want to get the caramel one instead. Overall, this was a solid meal that was well worth the $20. This place gave us a great impression of food in Sarasota and they also have some creative items on their menu as well. If you like tasty food with no frills, this is a great spot to check out! read more

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If you are looking for a fancy quiet sit down meal with wall to wall service you may wish to pass on this one. On the other hand, if you are looking for the best tasting genuine food from south of the border this is your place. The food taste was perfect at very affordable prices!! read more

I've been hearing about this place for a year. I was down that way in South Sarasota and I thought I'd stop by. I was hoping it would actually be inside an old style Texaco gas station, but it's in the Texaco gas station convenience store. Which is fine. The taco platter that I got was excellent as you can see in the pictures. I would definitely recommend it. Quick fresh, tasty and enjoyable. read more

Taco Jalisco - View of the counter and menu. - Mexican Near Me - Sarasota, Florida

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We've come several times and have good experiences but this time was such a turn off. Otherwise cheap ingredients really showed through today and overall nothing special. Soft tacos have decent flavor, hard tacos no taste. They drench their Nachos Grande with the cheese whiz sauce that not only makes it super soggy by the time it comes home but also soooo salty. Highlight was the tamale. :-/ read more