We have plenty of eateries in W-S offering Mexican cuisine or Mexican-influnced foods, and I think that contributed to my reluctance to visit Taco Mama until recently. While not all of our local options are great, we have a reasonably large number of options that are good enough to make them regular stops for me. Taco Mama is not going to be on that list, I'm afraid, based on my experience thus far. The facility itself seems fine, though the ambient noise level was rather loud (likely influenced by all the metal and concrete). But the food, the feel, the service and the value just don't compete well with all those other places we have to choose from. The unhelpful attitude of the clerk taking my order didn't start things out well; she seemed genuinely annoyed about being there, and that attitude carried over into her tone when answering my questions or prompting me for info she needed. Also on the service side of things, I had to stop the waitress from throwing away my food -- a plate over half full -- after I'd walked not more than ten steps away to refill my drink. [She apologized, but only after I had to confront her twice; still don't understand why "don't throw that away!" could have been confusing.] The burrito and beans I ordered were edible, but so bland that I might as well have been eating packing materials. The accompanying chips were warm, but the cup of salsa was quite possibly the least appealing salsa I've ever been served in a restaurant. I've had Taco Bell food I've enjoyed more than this. And yet I had forked over almost $20 for such a disappointment. Maybe it was an off-day. Maybe the tacos are the way to go here instead. But I don't think they offered even a hint of a reason for me to try Taco Mama again any time soon. read more

They definitely have a system that's working for them. For some unbeknownst reason, I hadn't tried this place before; although, I've patronized all surrounding spots. Sometimes I'm in the mood for tacos. Last week I figured I'd give them a try & so glad I did! It's always a plus to see a high sanitation rating! The ambiance is festive & clean, even around the soda machines.The counter service was great. The team member was knowledgeable, helpful & patient. I mentioned that I was a first-timer. There's a large selection of great toppings to choose from. Fulfillment is quick & the staff is pleasant at handoff. The food is always nicely packaged & travels well - it's also good to ask what does. My tacos were filled with veggies that came with a free side, along with chips & salsa! My to-go box was topped off with some of the best light & crispy chips - even better when salted & warm (I found the salt factor to be hit or miss on orders). Side note, while some competitors give you a dab of queso, Taco Mama doesn't skimp. I've eating here several times before posting, and it's consistent. Hopefully, they'll continue to keep up the quality food & service. Oh, I should point out that my bill only included the meal & tax. You don't have to worry about the dreaded, dare I say illegal, cc service charge that some establishments are passing onto their customers. read more

It was National Margarita Day and my husband was craving margaritas. After stopping by a cafe, we noticed Taco Mama next door. Instead of searching for another restaurant, we decided to give it a try. Everything on the menu sounded good. They offer unlimited free toppings so you can literally pile on as much as you want. We both ordered the Taco Basket which comes with two tacos and you can mix and match. I chose The Sizzler and The Mayor with roasted corn and black bean toppings. My husband chose The Sizzler and Cheezy Beef. Our food came out fairly quickly but we soon realized why. Everything on our tacos was cold and the meats were only lukewarm. I'm guessing they precook everything and don't keep it heated. The roasted corn tasted like it had just come out of the fridge. The meats were nicely seasoned but that was about it. They were supposed to be topped with sauces but we couldn't really taste any. The soft shells were also too soft and soggy. I couldn't even hold my tacos without them falling apart so I had to eat them with a fork. I ordered the Blood Orange Margarita but it was very sour. I could only finish about half of it. The line kept getting longer while we were eating so they're clearly popular. Still, I felt like there's room for improvement. read more

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Tonight was my first trip to Taco Mama. My friends had been there before tonight night we were having a birthday dinner. Really enjoyed it and the servers and staff were all very helpful and very prompt. Ordered the chicken quesadilla with a side of macaroni and cheese and I really liked it. We sat on the patio and it was about to start raining and they came and told us that it was going to start raining so we moved. I will definitely go back another time. Really a nice place read more

Taco Mama - Winston-Salem - Dining room - Mexican Near Me - Winston-salem, North Carolina

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I had a salad with grilled shrimp that was delicious and full of healthy veggies. I really like that you can add many things without an up charge including guacamole and queso. The chips that are served alongside are perfect- thin, crispy, perfectly salted. read more

Taco Mama is always a good time! Great portions make for great leftovers. Love this spot and visit often. read more

Taco Mama - Winston-Salem - Mexican Near Me - Winston-salem, North Carolina

We decided to visit Taco Mama after attending a party catered by the restaurant. We needed to experience the restaurant in person (you know...IRL). We arrived around 12:50pm on a Friday, and the place sure is popular!! They were clearing tables as fast as they could to support folks coming in the door. The manager was actively working the room to ensure quick table turnover. The staff is super friendly and they bus the tables. Highly recommend! We will be back! read more

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Still love this spot! Go to spot for us for Mexican, always tastes fresh and portions are much larger than most other places. Do feel like prices have increased a bit since a few years ago but that's expected. Quality has remained the same though!! Everyone there is always so helpful and patient when ordering and love the feel inside. Do wish the kids quesadilla was a little bit bigger since the adult is HUGE but my kiddo can now easily demolish the kid one haha read more

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I ate lunch at Taco Mama in Winston-Salem on Saturday and was really impressed. I ordered the chicken quesadilla and loved how many topping options there were to customize it exactly how I wanted. It also came with chips and salsa, which was a nice bonus. My friend made her own salad and really enjoyed it too. The food tasted fresh, the atmosphere was fun, and the restaurant was clean. The staff were also super friendly and welcoming. Definitely a solid 8/10 spot if you're looking for "build your own" options, tacos, quesadillas, or burritos. read more

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Food was delicious and portion was huge. Fair pricing for this day and time. My wife even went up to offered to pay for more avocado and they gave her a large cover of it for free.. read more

Taco Mama - Winston-Salem - Mexican Near Me - Winston-salem, North Carolina

Review of the Happy Family Meal -- I needed to feed 4 ppl on very short notice so I decided to try this meal deal. Ordering online was easy, dedicated spot at pick up so no waiting, friendly service, and the food was being packed up fresh on arrival. Very pleased overall with ease, convenience, amount, and quality. The salsas were better than I expected and i appreciated everything being packed up so well. Warning- Their chips are addictive! I'm typically all about an authentic local taco place, but I made an exception and it was a good experience. Taco mama has a fun casual ambiance, consistent service and is a great option for a more Americanized taco/burrito spot. They also serve beer and an assorted variety of margaritas. Counter service with a small dining area but it all fits the vibe and there is also some sidewalk seating available. I forgot to get pics! read more

Lots of variety, some welcoming decor and fast service added to the first visit here for me. The create your own entrees is appealing and allows lots of customization to fit your own specific tastes. I decided on tacos (after the establishment namesake) and went with fried flounder and barbacoa. Both were decently filling (I typically can eat multiple of whatever choice at most Mexican related dishes) and I was content with two along with the free chips and the side included (I got Mexican street corn). If you're looking for a great quality Mexican alternative to the likes of Chipotle and Moe's this is a solid choice. Lots more to choose from and likely fresher made to order. I would recommend it. read more

Taco Mama - Winston-Salem - Create Your Own Tacos - Fried flounder taco and barbacoa taco + Mexican street corn + chips/salsa - Mexican Near Me - Winston-salem, North Carolina

Taco mama still slaps. I still tend to lean towards their bowls but I have ventured out and gotten some tacos and the nachos once. The nachos are great. I just love how I can pile so much onto a bowl and it honestly feeds me for a few meals because it's so big. The food is fresh and they're always fast even when they have a line. read more

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Don't come here expecting anything resembling authentic Mexican food. Margs and chips and salsa are solid. Everything after that lacks seasoning and flavor. read more

Taco Mama - Winston-Salem - Half-eaten, sad burrito bowl. - Mexican Near Me - Winston-salem, North Carolina

Outstanding service, did and ambiance. Servers are so friendly and helpful. I love coming here read more

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Always been a Taco Mama fan. I love that you can go in there and absolutely throw the house at anything you order toppings wise, and you don't get charged extra for any of it. In an era where surcharges are running overly rampant, I appreciate the streamlined experience of pick your protein, pick the form you want it in, and that's what you pay. For me, Taco Mama is at their best doing loaded nachos. Their bevy of toppings just lend themselves to you building the nachos of your dreams, and the resulting stack they bring out to you is always eye-catching, never disappointing. At this Taco Mama in Winston, they do a good job of layering some of your toppings so no chip goes barren. They'll even give you more queso or salsas on the side for dipping if you want. This was given to me without prompting! My favorites for protein are their carne asada, standard taco meat, or their shrimp. The queso is some of the best tasting around, and I like their thinner but crunch chip style. They have a wide variety of salsas, salsa adjacent items, and sauces to make anything taste original even after multiple trips. Thanks for deciding to come into NC Taco Mama! read more

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Absolutely delicious food!! The amount of options that are free to add to your food absolutely shocked me!! It's the first place I've ever added all the things I've wanted and not end up paying $5-$10 extra. The food was fresh and great quality! I will absolutely be back to try more! Definitely get the chips with your meal and a couple salsa for dipping! read more

Taco Mama - Winston-Salem - Burrito bowl with many adds like guacamole, pico, onions, rice, cilantro, etc.... With chips and mild salsa and chipotle ranch - Mexican Near Me - Winston-salem, North Carolina

Great food! Great taco and burrito options. Food is perfectly portioned and was delicious. I got the taco meal with a side and did a mix and match with chips and Queso. Good stuff. I've had the margaritas previously and they are pretty good too. Service was great and plenty of space to sit inside and out. I completely forgot about this location. Won't happen again. read more

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Very solid local spot for some Mexican food. I've been twice now and I got the big client the first time and the judge the second time. I thought the big client was much better. The beef was super tender, the cheese melty, queso had good texture, and the burrito held its shape. The judge did not have as much flavor nor did it hold its shape from the second I grabbed it. The atmosphere is fun and the service is very fast and friendly. Definitely not super authentic Mexican food, but a solid spot within Winston-Salem. 4/5 read more

This is a no table service spot with a varied menu of Mexican fast food items, featuring tacos, of course! The place is located in the sprawling, twisting shopping center that is anchored by Academy Sports. Like so many newer restaurants this is of the fast casual mode, meaning no table service, so queue up & order up. The service here was pleasant, efficient, and knowledgeable - order quickly taken, quickly filled. I ordered the Mama's Chorizo Tacos (2 of them), with Salas & Chips, and their version of Street Corn - $12 may be a bit high even taking into consideration the sides. I ordered 1 hard taco and 2 soft tacos, both of which were nicely filled with fresh ground chorizo, pico de gallo, lettuce, and queso fresco. These were pretty good tacos, in an old school kind of way. The salsa was very nice, chunky with a nice heat level. The street corn was much different from most - the kernels of corn were loose in a small plastic cup with cheese and cilantro on top. The taste was ok but there was none of the smokiness that comes from the whole cob being grilled. The service was excellent, the interior clean and bright, the mode is modern and functional - not a place to linger in comfort! I was surprise by the entire experience, exceeded my expectations for sure. They offer a variety of beers and margaritas. read more

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They have margaritas! I love their margaritas. The margaritas are reasonably priced and they offer many different flavor of margaritas with a few seasonal flavors. They also have some beer and wine options. All of the staff were kind and courteous. if you needed anything or had a question then they quickly helped. The inside was clean. They have a good amount of seating inside and few tables outside. You can build your own tacos, burrito, burrito bowl, and nachos. They also have quesadillas as well. There are also tons of toppings that you can add for free. You get good portions. I did the mix and match tacos. You choose 2 tacos and it comes with chips and salsa, plus a side. The only reason I didn't give it 5 stars only because the cilantro lime rice had hard/dried out pieces of rice in it, as if that batch of rice had been sitting out for a while. read more

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4.5 stars! These tacos are full of meat and toppings! They don't skimp on anything! And the taste is very good! We both loved this place. We enjoyed our tacos & other food we ordered. GIANT nachos, filling tacos and mega burritos- you won't leave hungry! The staff is nice & helpful. Service was great, ordered and food was at table within 7 mins. staff were very good at cleaning tables and making sure seats were available. Margaritas were 5 stars and rivaling The Porch in quality. They were my favorite part of the meal- they were so good that I would go back just for them- I'm a sucker for a good FRESH marg and these were right up my alley read more

I love Taco Mama! First and foremost the portions here are elite. Just glancing at the menu, you'll think it's much pricier than Chipotle, but it's oh so much more. First and foremost, you can get all the toppings you want - including queso, guacamole and avocado! I usually opt to build my own creation, whether it be a quesadilla, nachos or a bowl. Those are my 3 go to options. I will say, I am not the biggest fan of the chicken here- I know it's just a me thing. It's just a little plain for my taste. But the steak. Oh man is it good! Crispy edges, juicy and well seasoned. I really like their chorizo refried beans too. I like that with the quesadilla, you can add some components inside the quesadilla (I like to do rice, grilled onions, corn and cilantro) and also get additional toppings on the side at no extra cost. They have a plethora of sauces here to choose from and I really enjoy them. The chipotle ranch and the roasted poblano tartar are my favorite. The service here is always friendly and the patio is my favorite spot! read more

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I love alllll things taco and have tried Taco Mama in GSO a few times during COVID. We recently tried the location in WS and it left a bit to be desired. We go the pulled pork and tuna taco and both lacked a ton of flavor. The tortillas were bland, the toppings needed salt or a sauce and everything together missed the mark in terms of seasoning. The chips and Guac were delicious but I was really disappointed with the tacos overall. read more

Taco Mama - Winston-Salem - Mexican Near Me - Winston-salem, North Carolina

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Great service! Friendly and professional staff. Cool vibe. The food was average at best. $45 for 2 burrito bowls is a bit pricey.

4.5, This place is fantastic! Everything we ordered was so delicious. I got a build your own burrito bowl with barbacoa which was really flavorful. I highly recommend the Chipotle bbq sauce on...literally anything. The portions were generous, a good value for the price. My mom got the build your own salad with shrimp - also delightful. Shrimp was perfectly cooked and the cilantro lime dressing she got with it was so so good. Free chips and salsa come with most meals - and the chips are great! They are thin, crispy and well salted. But they aren't TOO thin - they can hold salsa. A quality chip! The toppings you can get on your 'build your own items' are awesome - everything you'd expect plus things like Guac or queso - but they don't up-charge you. All toppings are included in the flat price. The general vibe is laid back - you order at the counter and get a number for food to be brought out. The place was clean and there were staff coming around to clear our table and check if we needed anything. Didn't try the margaritas, but I will next time. The staff was very friendly and answered all our questions. Overall we had a great time and will definitely come back. read more

Taco Mama - Winston-Salem - BUILD A SALAD BOWL* with shrimp - Mexican Near Me - Winston-salem, North Carolina

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We have been to the location in Greensboro but did not realize there was also a location in Winston until after we visited the Greensboro location. We really enjoyed our visit to the location in Greensboro and planned to visit here some time. Today we were on our way home and were trying to decide where to grab something to eat. My wife suggested we check out this Taco Mama and I thought that was a great idea. We arrived about 3pm on a Saturday and walked inside. They are located in the end unit of a smaller strip mall section of a larger shopping area. There is ample parking. This location is much smaller than the Greensboro location and while it has a similar feel, it didn't feel as warm and welcoming. There was a small line of people waiting to place their orders and we looked over the menu. Ultimately, we decided to order the same as we have in the past. A build your own salad and burrito. When we reached the counter we were greeted by a friendly young woman who expertly took our order and walked us through the extras as we built our own meals. We love the Taco Mama concept with the extras all being part of the menu item price. It is very reasonable! We took a seat and while we were waiting we saw several orders of nachos brought out from the kitchen. Wow-these nachos look epic! They are absolutely large enough for 2+people. The only downside for us is we like different toppings so we would be forced to order our own. My wife commented she would love a half order of nachos offered on the menu, but honestly the prices are reasonable so you wouldn't feel bad about spending the money on a full order. Our food arrived and looked delicious. Once again we really enjoyed our meals. The ingredients are fresh and delicious and their chips are thin and crunchy. We definitely recommend to others! read more

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Fresh mexican! Service and atmosphere is the best. Price is right! Don't miss out on this folks!

I love this place! Everything I have eaten there has always tasted fresh. The Barbacoa nachos, mamas burrito and the queso is great. Sadly, I ordered the simple ground beef nachos and I was disappointed- they were so salty it was inedible. I made a comment and within a couple of hours I received a response from taco mama apologizing and then a gift card to come back I will go back - thank you for caring and going out of your way. Taco mama has got the customer service thing down pat read more

Perfect stop for a taco Tuesday. And, well, half off skinny spicy margs. Food always tastes fresh. We dinned on ahi tuna and steak tacos with street corn as a side. Did I mention half off spicy skinny margaritas? We arrived at five. The crowd followed by 5:30. Easy fun music pumped in but not so loud we couldn't rehash our day at the office. Thanks taco mama! read more

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Food was great and so were the people. I went three days in a row. This was my first time. read more

Taco Mama - Winston-Salem - Build your own taco combo. - Mexican Near Me - Winston-salem, North Carolina

Stopped for lunch not knowing what I wanted to order but I was hungry! A young lady greeted me nearly at the door offering me a printed menu and gave me instructions to take a seat to look over the menu and come back to order at the counter when I was ready. The menu was a lot! The girl that took my order at the counter was super friendly and helpful and helped me build a chicken bowl that was DELICIOUS! She was very kind, knowledgeable and very helpful! I then proceeded to get my own drink at the drink dispensing station and took a seat with my number to await my food. No sooner than I had settled in my food arrived. It was fresh and plentiful and delicious. My huge chicken bowl and tea was $17 Update: Visited again 3 weeks later everything was pretty much 4 stars this time - not nearly as delicious or plentiful!! I was unhappily surprised when my food came . Portion was a lot smaller and the meat was extremely salty. Oh well I will try again! read more

Taco Mama - Winston-Salem - Chicken bowl with Rice and lettuce - Mexican Near Me - Winston-salem, North Carolina

White people food, service was good, burrito was literally worse than a Taco Bell beefy bean burrito, for +35$ severe lack of flavor read more

Good solid option for a quick meal. It's an unassuming place that looks like it's a great place for a small informal dinner with plenty of options for beers. Portion size was very generous for my BYO burrito bowl. Flavors were good. The steak was a bit more well done than I liked and I thought it was a bit salty. Service was fast and friendly for my to-go order. read more

Taco Mama - Winston-Salem - BURRITO BOWL with steak - Mexican Near Me - Winston-salem, North Carolina

I was not impressed in any way. The selection of tacos seemed at first to be interesting, but when we got the tacos the tortillas were cold and soggy. I ordered the Alabama Redneck and the Steak taco (can't remember the name, doesn't matter). I also got a side of slaw that was okay but just okay. The chips were good and the salsa was fine. Besides the food being subpar, the floors in the place were slick and all three of us almost fell. This place needs to step it up, but we won't be back. read more

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The consistency here has made it our go to for Mexican around Winston and Clemmons. The environment is eclectic, fun and colorful. The food's always good of course. Yesterday I had the Big Client. It lived it up to its name! Huge burrito with tasty beef and other fillings. read more

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Best tacos ever. Best service ever. Cleanest environment. I will be coming back every time I'm here. read more

I have been here a few times and have enjoyed coming here. The first time I came I got a burrito, but I would definitely recommend a bowl instead. Today I ordered ahead online and it said it would take 15 minutes. When I got there, my food was already ready even though I was 5 minutes early. I was surprised it was ready on time due to the long line of people waiting to order when I arrived. I ordered around 12:15pm and got my food around 12:25pm. I appreciate the timeliness. Also the staff here is very friendly. read more

Taco Mama - Winston-Salem - BURRITO BOWL with grilled chicken - Mexican Near Me - Winston-salem, North Carolina

Great staff and incredible food! The ambiance was very chill and casual. And for somewhere that's not by the ocean I was blown away how fresh and delicious the flounder was. Can't wait to come back! read more

The food was delicious. They got my order wrong - gave me flour not corn tortillas but I enjoyed it anyway. The food came quickly and the cashier was very nice. It's a strip mall environment lots of seating and TV's for October baseball. I thought it was a little higher priced than what I expected but there was a lot of chicken in my tacos and I was stuffed. One taco rice and beans is plenty but they give you two. Yummy! Will be back for sure. New to the area and added it to my favorites! read more

Taco Mama - Winston-Salem - Two chicken tacos, rice and beans with an ice tea $18 - Mexican Near Me - Winston-salem, North Carolina