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Taco Mama - Athens

4.7 (35 reviews)
Closed 11:00 am - 9:00 pm

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Claire H.

I've heard mixed reviews about this place and now that I finally had the chance to try it, I definitely prefer other tex-mex restaurants. Prices are slightly high here, like for a bowl is sound $17 with tax, and if you get a margarita with it then it goes up to like $32. They do have a variety of menu items, and most do come with chips and salsa. Their margaritas are pretty good too, and a pitcher is $28 so not a bad deal. I would just come here if my friends wanted to go again, but otherwise I can get better, flavorful tex-mex somewhere else.

Jorge's Nachos

Everyone's favorite. Best staff. Best drinks. Best vibes. If you don't believe in God, you haven't ordered the Jorges nachos with everything on them. Come here once a week and don't see that changing as long as I live in Athens

Olga M.

I had the best experience. The food was delicious and the portions were huge. I enjoyed my hand crafted margarita too. It was my first time in Athens and this place was a great choice to have dinner at.

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Mark B.

On a whim I stopped here for lunch. It was really good. Thankfully I found parking right in front of the business. The food was great and the service was excellent. We'll go back again soon.

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Edmund G.

Dined here about 6:30 on a Saturday evening. We were greeted by a friendly and helpful young lady. We both ordered tacos with chips and cheese dip. We also had a Blood orange Margarita, Corona Light, and sweet tea. Everything was delicious, made with fresh ingredients, and came out promptly. We will definitely return when back in town.

Loves L.

The Director of Operations for Taco Mama greeted me as I entered the restaurant. He handed me a menu, and greeted me. I chose soft tacos filled with steak and shrimp. The shrimp and steak had been marinated and were absolutely delicious. The meal came with a side of chips and an enormous amount of guacamole. I felt like dancing. I was so happy! The staff at this restaurant is lovely, and enthusiastic just because you're there! I absolutely will return. Oh, my order was ready within seconds after I sat down.

Haejin B.

Nice place for a quick bite. Food was decent n margarita was cool~. A bit pricy compared to other taco places but a good addition to the neighborhood. Fun to hangout. Service was good until they pulled down the window without any warning and the terrace became so hot! Well, I was going to order another drink but left.

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cute atmosphere and vibe! perfect for college students grabbing a quick bite! would definitely go back!

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Amazing food and wonderful service! I will definitely return to Taco Mama! This is a wonderful addition to Athens!

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Amazing service!! Would def go here again! Food was amazing. Atmosphere was even better!

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Food and drinks AMAZINGGGG Tuesdays are half off Margs!!! Everyone is so so nice and helpful

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Fantastic food and service! The food came out quickly and was hot. Every single employee we encountered was extremely helpful and kind.

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Taco mama has excellent food, great service, and a cool vibes. We had a wonderful experience with friends from work. Great casual dining.

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Best queso in town, food overall is tasty and modestly priced.

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Cali N Tito's

4.5
(1k reviews)
1.2 mi
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I have been coming to this restaurant with my father since I was very young. While time has flown…read moreby and the price of a Cuban sandwich has risen from $5 to $15, the food remains as delicious as ever. This family-owned business is a must-try for anyone seeking authentic and high-quality food. I highly recommend supporting this local establishment over any corporate chain; I guarantee you can taste the difference. Amazing just go try! Delicious, different ambience and great service.

Cali N Tito's is an Athens classic, so while I was in town for the weekend, I had to stop by. It…read morehad been a couple of years since my last visit, and I was glad to see the service was still just as fast and friendly as I remembered. It's counter service--you order at the register, find a seat (there's plenty of indoor and outdoor seating), and they'll bring your food out. I ordered the fish taco combo, which came with two fish tacos, yuca fries, and a canned drink. The tacos were good, but I wasn't a huge fan of the menu changes. Everything is a combo now, and I was told I couldn't order the tacos by themselves. I wish they'd bring back the à la carte option because I'd rather try a few different things than be locked into one meal. The yuca fry portion was also smaller than I expected--I only got about five fries. Overall, it's still a spot I'd recommend if you're visiting Athens since it's been a local favorite for so long. I just left a little less impressed than I remember being the last time I was here.

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Food is delicious I ordered Cancun!…read moreGrilled chicken, steak y shrimp w side of cactus y zucchini. Topped with a grilled jalapeño y onion! Several salsa's were available. It included a bowl of Chorizo Cheese dip y tortillas. The Mango Margarita was fabulous!!I opted for a taking a tajin rim. I will probably order one every time! Servers were attentive y gave excellent service. Overall great experience!!

If you're looking for authentic Mexican food in Athens, Tlaloc El Mexicano Restaurant should be at…read morethe top of your list. From the moment we walked in, it was clear this place is a local favorite. The restaurant has a warm, welcoming atmosphere, and the menu offers a great selection of traditional Mexican dishes, along with a few Salvadoran influences that make it even more unique. One of the highlights of the evening was meeting the owner, Antonio Ramirez. Throughout the meal, he made his way around the restaurant, stopping at each table with a smile to ask how everything was and to make sure guests were enjoying themselves. That level of personal attention is becoming increasingly rare and speaks volumes about how much he cares about both the food and the customer experience. It's also obvious that the local college crowd has discovered this gem. There were plenty of students enjoying dinner, and it seemed like the margaritas were especially popular--particularly when Mom and Dad were picking up the tab! Fortunately, the margaritas are well worth it, with generous pours and plenty of options to choose from. The food was excellent, the portions were generous, and the prices were very reasonable. Most importantly, the flavors felt authentic and homemade rather than the typical chain restaurant version of Mexican food.

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Frozen Mango & Strawberry Margarita! BABYYYY they were definitely strong we got the smallest one so I can imagine the 20oz.

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4.3
(9 reviews)
0.2 mi

Maybe we went on an off night?…read more Family of five went by for dinner. Online reviews looked good and the menu posted at the door looked good. The bartender greeted us when we walked in and let us know to order our food at the bar. She was friendly. We ordered an appetizer of fried cheese curds, two chicken parm melts, chicken tacos, Dooley drip, and a chicken tender meal. The total was $97 with sodas, $120 after tip. They brought out a chicken parm and chicken tacos first. I got the chicken tacos and noticed that they smelled really bad. I took one bite and couldn't decide if it was the chicken or the sauce that was so bad. They honestly smelled like somebody with terrible body odor. Two other people at our table tried it and nobody liked it. We only managed to eat one of the three tacos. Everybody was laughing that I picked the wrong entree. Then our appetizer arrived and later the rest of the food. The chicken parm melts also had a bad taste and smell. I ate a very small piece of chicken from the chicken parm and couldn't eat any more of it. Only half of one chicken parm melt was ate between the three people that tried it. The Dooley Drip was liked and ate along with cheese curds. Unfortunately our son didn't try his chicken tenders as the other chicken didn't taste good. After we had given up on the chicken parm's, the tenders and the tacos we mostly just snacked on the fries. We did take the left overs home thinking that we may eat them later but while walking to the vehicle everybody agreed that they weren't touching them so we tossed them in a trashcan.

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Buffalo chicken wrap, it came w/a side but I didn't want one. It was really good! Will get it again!

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Buffalo chicken wrap, it came w/a side but I didn't want one. It was really good! Will get it again!
Paloma Park

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4.2
(74 reviews)
0.1 mi
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At first I was a tad annoyed at the cost, but hey...picking up a kid from UGA and we were splitting…read moreit - she's worth it. But oh man, we have at least 4 meals off of this plate of nachos, so they can have my $24 anytime. This is one of the best plates of nachos I have ever had, and I eat mexican a lot if you look at my reviews. I think they make their chips as they are thicker than most, but have an amazing actual flavor, and the toppings are ABUNDANT. This was carne asada and it was absolutely delish. The bartender greeted us when we walked in, showed us where to order and to pick a seat inside or on the cute little patio. They brought the food out within 10 minutes and we chowed. Others around us had margarita buckets and pitchers of beer, so plenty of options. Someone was raving about a pickle margarita...next trip that is on my list. Super clean, very friendly, great food, and it is labeled vegetarian and gluten free on the menu for those of us who need that info. I will most definitely be back.

I came to Paloma during a weekend trip to Athens. The outside area with the large screen and…read moremultiple games playing at once is a whole vibe. We ordered a pretty big spread of food including the dip trio, a few tacos, the brisket quesadilla, and some wings. The peach bourbon wings have a great flavor. I actually preferred those to the truffalo. The dip trio was great. The guac was very fresh and creamy. The queso had small chunks of peppers that I liked. I can see the appeal of this place for parents and students alike.

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Cool wall art - very comfy place to chill w/great food.
Cool wall art - very comfy place to chill w/great food.
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