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    tacoria - Princeton

    4.2 (425 reviews)
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    Closed 11:30 am - 9:00 pm
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    GOLDEN AVOCADO (2PCS)
    Miguel Q.

    Tacoria in Princeton was such a great experience for my family and me. We arrived before their 11:30 a.m. opening, and instead of feeling rushed or brushed off, we were treated so kindly by the staff. They were welcoming, patient, and genuinely pleasant, which immediately made us feel comfortable. We ordered quite a bit of food, and everything came out fairly quickly. The cheese quesadillas and the chorizo quesadilla were delicious, and the sides really stood out. The street corn and golden avocado were full of flavor and perfectly prepared. Every item we tried was really good :-) - even my 3 year old daughter ate and she's very picky! The drinks did not disappoint. The horchata was excellent, so good that I had to go back for seconds. That alone says a lot. Between the great food and the exceptional service, I highly recommend the Princeton Tacoria location. Everyone was so nice to us, and it made the entire experience even better. I will definitely be going back.

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    Bob M.

    Tacoria in Princeton never lets their customers down. We ordered the chicken bowl, the steak bowl, plus guacamole with chips and pico with chips. Everything was fresh, flavorful, and perfectly portioned. What truly set this visit apart was how seriously they take gluten allergies. The staff was proactive and thorough, changing gloves, using clean utensils, and preparing food in a separate area to prevent cross-contamination. It made the experience completely stress-free. Special recognition goes to Keyla, who took our order. She was warm, friendly, and incredibly helpful with walking us through the menu to ensure safe choices. Her service genuinely elevated the experience. Great food, thoughtful service, and a place you can actually trust if you're gluten-free. Will absolutely be back.

    Liz K.

    We came here Saturday night for a quick bite. [[HIGHLIGHT]]This place is always so packed and finding a seat is nearly impossible.[[ENDHIGHLIGHT]] I got the nachos for dinner with the pollo asado but it wasn't like I remembered the first time I had it. The nachos were super drenched and soggy. I'm guessing it was just a busy night but hoping next time, it will be much better.

    Tacos: Al Pastor | Carne Asada | Pollo Asada
    Candi R.

    My son and I visited Tacoria after visiting Alfalfa (down the street). [[HIGHLIGHT]]Interior of the restaurant was nice and aesthetically pleasing. Atmosphere was very inviting.[[ENDHIGHLIGHT]] The staff were friendly and patient as this was the first visit (at this location) for both of us. The tacos were delicious. I had one of each: * Al Pastor -- Pork marinated in spices and pineapple * Carne Asada -- Spice marinated grilled steak with Smokey Roja * Pollo Asada -- Citrus kissed grilled chicken with Habanero I also had the Mexican Street Corn and my drink was the Horchata. The tacos were EVERYTHING! My only complaint was that they were real heavy handed with the cilantro. I'm one of those people where the cilantro tastes like soap, so I can eat it sparingly. The pollo asada had habanero sauce so it was still super spicy to me, still delicious. The Mexican Street Corn is my favorite!! Wonderful!! The horchata drink was excellent. Wish there was a Tacoria in Philly!! Will definitely visit this location or another location in the near future.

    MEXICAN STREET CORN
    Christopher W.

    Staff here were incredibly friendly and kind. They even checked up on us while we were eating and made sure everything was okay. The food was delicious and had pretty good flavor. The steak quesadilla was decently filled. It kind of reminded me of a small burrito. The al pastor nachos were delicious. A little smaller than I've had recently at another location but enjoyed all of it. The meats were flavorful and moist. I don't like corn, but I enjoyed sharing their street corn every time with my wife. I always ask for extra of their jalapeños - love the spice and flavor. The guava basil and lime aqua Fresca are our favorite - a little sweet, but nothing a little soda water or ice didn't fix. [[HIGHLIGHT]]What topped off my dinner date with my wife was the playlist! A blast from the past. It got us dancing in our seats while we ate![[ENDHIGHLIGHT]] Would come back again!

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    Michelle F.

    Came to this Tacoria location for the 1st time 01/21/26 with one of my best friends. We partook in the Yelp Elite Event going on for the week! [[HIGHLIGHT]]The restaurant was small but decorated so beautifully for Valentines day![[ENDHIGHLIGHT]] I ended up ordering the Salad with Vegan option for protein & some Mexican street corn as a side! The pineapple dressing was to dye for! And I always love a good taco salad! Will definitely try again if im in the area!

    I love their steak burrito . And the variety of dips they have is yummmy. They are quick with the order and the food is worth it!!
    Hadiyah M.

    I love their steak burrito . And the variety of dips they have is yummmy. They are quick with the order and the food is worth it!! You are not served its a self service spot. [[HIGHLIGHT]]But there is decent amount of seating inside, but it gets crowded at times as it next to the university.[[ENDHIGHLIGHT]]

    Amy W.

    the burritos are good! [[HIGHLIGHT]]there's some casual seating but it can fill up pretty quickly, so be ready to take your food to-go.[[ENDHIGHLIGHT]] the service is quick, though there have been a few instances where the order is off (missing add-ons), which is a bit unfun if you've already taken your order back. They have a great selection of soft drinks, and the steak and brussel sprouts are quite delicious! I am also a big fan of their nutella nachos.

    Karolina S.

    This is literally our go to spot whenever my boyfriend and I are in Princeton. The service is always great. I think we waited for our tacos for less then 10mins. We always order something different to try out their menu and the food never disappoints. It is also reasonably priced for a restaurant in such a popular college town. I think each taco is around $5, and they are loaded with food. I had to eat the stuffing with my fork before I could actually pick up my taco to eat!! For drinks they have a few option, like the signature Jarritos, coca cola and some branded water. The inside of the restaurant is pretty cool too! There are loads of light up signs, a mural and they always have some cute quote written on the blackboard. We genuinely love eating there! Since I live all the way in NYC, I cannot have Tacoria's food often and I think that makes my experience there more special.

    MEXICAN STREET CORN TACO - AL PASTOR
    Isabelle Z.

    [[HIGHLIGHT]]Definitely solid quality tacos, Mexican street corn and overall atmosphere![[ENDHIGHLIGHT]] [[HIGHLIGHT]]It was such a cute spot and definitely popular.[[ENDHIGHLIGHT]] They had self serve sauces to enhance the flavor of the tacos and they were very quick service wise. [[HIGHLIGHT]]The lighting in the place was so cute,[[ENDHIGHLIGHT]] and [[HIGHLIGHT]]location was perfectly placed in the heart of princetons Main Street for dining and shopping![[ENDHIGHLIGHT]]

    Al pastor nachos
    Gabriella T.

    I ordered the al pastor nachos. Huge serving, but I wish the cheese was melted more. I love Al pastor, but this was just ok - would try the chicken instead next time. I got in right when it opened & got my food within 15 minutes. [[HIGHLIGHT]]I will say it is super cute inside. Super well decorated & seemed like a good lunch spot.[[ENDHIGHLIGHT]] I'd go again, but switch the proteins.

    Rachel K.

    I came here for the Yelp Elite check-in. This is right in downtown princeton, so I'd recommend coming here if you already plan to walk around princeton or if you don't mind looking for parking. We came around 5:30 PM on a Saturday and it was starting to get very busy. There is not alot of seating but the service was very quick. I ended up getting the Carne asada burrito and added guac, Mexican street corn, and agua Fresca. I loved the chipotle aioli on the corn and the cool vibes of the restaurant. The only thing missing was a nice frozen marg. Cheers!

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    fire food! Gerson, Aj and noah were amazing! [[HIGHLIGHT]]Great place and vibe, definitely would recommend[[ENDHIGHLIGHT]]

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    I love the chicken quesadilla, all other items I have had were great. One of the best places to eat in Princeton.

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