We had such a great experience at Taco Escobar! From the moment we sat down, our waiter Luís made…read morethe night unforgettable. He was hilarious, welcoming, and just genuinely fantastic at what he does. He kept joking that I must be Latina because I could say a few words, which turned into such a fun conversation. We ended up bonding over the fact that my fiancé and I are Greek, and he had actually studied the Greek language--such a random and awesome connection! On top of the amazing service, the food was absolutely delicious. Everything we ordered was fresh, flavorful, and clearly made with care. Luís really elevated the whole experience, but the combination of his personality and the incredible food made this a place we'll definitely be coming back to. Highly recommend!

Maybe I'm getting old, but Taco Escobarr is not what I remember from pre-pandemic. The food is…read morefine. I had a puffy bistek taco, and it was not as flavorful or tender as I expected, and much smaller than I remember. At $6/taco, I would have expected either a more complex flavor profile, or a larger taco. The vibe is fun and funky, but not for me anymore. The service was good, and I really liked our server. No nonsense and prompt, and when you have a hangry 5 year old, it's greatly appreciated. Especially after changing his drink order 6 times in 30 seconds. He thoroughly enjoyed the verdue puffy taco, so it's a win for us, too! Overall, a great vibe for a younger crowd with young kids. Just not for myself as a go-to.

Excellent food, excellent service, huge portions, fair prices. Perfect!! First time here, but I'll…read morebe back for sure!

Oh no ! I gave this restaurant a 5 star about a month ago and although the ambience and waitress…read morewas lovely the food although fresh was lot Mexican taste ! They either changed cooks or purchased sweet tomato sauce versus taco sauce as the food was sweet ! Versus savoury - the arroz con pollo tasted like teriyaki chicken and my avocado tostada tased like ketchup mixed with sweet tomato sauce - please fix this !!! Won't be bringing my adult sons who were raised in Texas and know delicious Mexican food after all - I for a side enchilada and it was flat tasting too - best thing we had was guacamole but the chips were a bit stale

awesome atmosphere, really awesome and nice service, and the best al pastor tacos i've ever had!!read more

Bird & Co is my go to for " Artsy fartsy" tacos. Are they authentic Mexican tacos?? not exactly…read more Are they delicious? For sure. I love the Bahn Mi taco; the pork belly; and the Cubano. They're fun and yummy. I've never had a bad taco there, actually. At prime time, getting a seat there can be daunting, and parking can be hell, but not worse than on the peninsula. The drinks are all good, and the service is always friendly. Super cute interior, and getting an outside table on a nice day is a treat.

Updated review for the Salterito food truck in the parking lot of Allspeed on Brighton Ave. The…read morecarnitas burrito and Three Amigos tacos (1 chicken, 1 pork, 1 steak) tasted very good! I could've done without the lettuce in the burrito, and I did remove 1 star because it was falling apart when I got home and I ended up having to use my own (store bought) tortilla, which was disappointing after paying $17 for a burrito. Even so, everything was super flavorful! Tacos would be my recommendation to others. I also very much appreciate that the food is all authentic and handmade, they had picnic tables in the shade for seating, and the chef was welcoming and happy to explain the menu options.

Saw this food truck on Brighton the other day and had to make a quick turn in to the parking lot to…read morescore myself some Latin cuisine! I have heard great things and was really hoping they had pupusas available on the truck... but no such luck. Only tacos, burritos, and quesadillas. That's ok because the very kind gentleman on the truck made the 3 Amigos sound really good! It's one pork, one beef, and one chicken taco on homemade tortillas with the standard fixings - onion, cilantro, guac, and salsa. I will say that the homemade tortillas are very good, though different than most I've had. They are soft to the point of almost being creamy? Very very rich, reminded me of the base of a sope. The meats were absolutely delicious and grilled and full of flavor. I loved both the pork and the beef, though the fattiness could've used an extra lime or two. I took one bite of the chicken taco and got a couple little bones, so I didn't eat the rest of that one. The sauces were good, though I was told one of the sauces was VERY VERY hot and I didn't detect a lot of spiciness from it. I think overall, I could've used double garnish, double lime, and a lot of extra heat. There are no prices on the board so I was thinking three tacos would come to like $10 - $12. Turns out they are $20 before tax, holy moley. I admit that my expectations were high before I even took a bite, because that price point is a little crazy. I am super curious about the brick and mortar because I'm sure it's a different experience with the food truck. These tacos were definitely tasty enough to do some more research!

If you're in Portland and haven't been to Terlingua yet, you're missing out. I've been several…read moretimes and I make a point to bring every out of town guest there because it's not just a meal, it's an experience. This weekend I took my best friend and it was perfect, even in the middle of winter. The deck is still open with plenty of space heaters and even heated seat cushions. We actually got so warm we had to peel off layers, which feels like a small miracle in Maine. The two of us love a marg & taco outing, and make a point to scope out the best of the best. We started with chips and salsa and some queso, which were the perfect kickoff. Then we ordered the street corn succotash, my absolute favorite. It's packed with flavor and topped with the most delicious, salty cotija cheese that pulls everything together. I crave that dish. We split the smoked brisket tacos and the smoked pork carnitas tacos, and both were outstanding. The meat was smoky and tender, the flavors were bold without being overdone, and every bite delivered. And the margaritas? Excellent and refreshing. Exactly what you want alongside that food. On top of all that, the staff is consistently wonderful. Every single time we've gone, our waitstaff has been charming, attentive, and genuinely helpful with recommendations. They strike that perfect balance of checking in without hovering, and they make you feel welcome from start to finish. Terlingua never disappoints. Great atmosphere, incredible food, thoughtful touches that keep you cozy even in winter, and a team that clearly cares about the experience.

First night and meal in Portland Maine and we started off at Terlingua. We had a large group so we…read moreended up doing the family style dinner which was $55 a person but let me tell you, you get some much food. We started of with what they called snacks... That being Chip, Guacamole, and Salsa. I will say I was a bag fan of the Guacamole. I was very was seasoned and very fresh. So for the mains them Family Style comes with Smoked Prime Brisket, Pork Shoulder (Pulled Pork), and the Rotating Daily BBQ which for us I believe were Burnt Ends which are one of my favorites. For the side we had Mac & Cheese Cornbread w/ Honey Butter, House BBQ Sauce & Spicy Vinegar with Pickles and Salad. To start with the sides that Mac & Cheese was really good but the winner was for the the Cornbread with the Honey Buter. The 2 just paired together so well. For the mains my favorites were the Smoked Prime Brisket and the Burnt Ends. The Brisket was good., probably not in my top 3 all time but for sure a must try. The Burnt Ends were also very good. You can't always get Burnt Ends but when you can it's for sure a must. We really enjoyed Terlingua and can't thank the staff enough for working with us for this event. For sure a must stop in Portland when you have a big party. Just plan ahead because they are so helpful to work with.

Absolutely obsessed with this place. El Corazon Casita felt like one of those little spots you…read moreaccidentally stumble into and then immediately want to gatekeep forever. The food was genuinely unreal...I had the shrimp burrito and I'm still thinking about it a day later Fresh, flavorful, comforting, somehow indulgent and healing at the same time. My date's meal was also incredible and we both just kept looking at each other like "wait...why is this SO good?" But what made it special was the people. The staff and owner were unbelievably kind and welcoming in a way that felt genuine, not performative. You can feel the care in the space. It had that cozy, joy-filled energy where you leave feeling a little more human than when you walked in. Portland is lucky to have them. Already plotting my return.

My first time in and my son and I ordered a bad hombre burrito as well as jalapeño poppers. It's a…read morespicy burrito with 2 meats (carne Asada, and Carnitas, ) jalapeños rice, beans, guacamole, cheese, etc.. You can tell everything is homemade even the soft shells. Interior is simple " enough with room for sit down or take out. This is the south Portland location between the marina and SMCC. Apparently there is an other location on State Street which has servers and a full bar. This location has plenty of parking, which is always a challenge in Portland. Bottom line food was very good & the staff was extremely friendly and I would go back again to try other entrées.

Exceptional brunch in Portland! From the vibe to the service and the food and drinks, this place…read moreticks all the boxes! They take reservations, even for breakfast/brunch, and I highly recommend making one, especially if you'd like a spot on their very-cool covered patio. Even if you don't, and even if you have to wait a few mins for a seat, don't be deterred - it's so worth it! The feeling inside feels like a celebration of culture, like a Mexican restaurant got a glow-up. Big comfy booths invite you to sit and stay a while. The menu is small but thoughtful and the drinks, from the horchata and cold brew to the cocktails, are nicely curated and feature delightfully unique and seasonal ingredients. My mango coffee cocktail was nothing I would've ordered on my own but I took a recommendation from the bartender and was blown away by how well the flavors played together. Anything you get to eat will be exceptional. If I'm not mistaken, this is the sister restaurant to Teralingua. If you know anything about their brisket, you have a slight idea of what delights await you! Most recently, we tried the brisket grilled cheese birria-style, with consomme on the side for dipping. Let me tell you, my eyes rolled so far back in my head, I lost a contact lens. The service, even at the bar, was wonderful - Jenny was friendly but chill, helpful, quick. A sheer delight during times when great service seems like a relic of the past. We always leave stuffed with a smile on our face.

Had an amazing breakfast meal here. We were just walking by and decided to stop in and see what it…read morewas all about. There was such a cozy and texmex vibe. We sat at the bar and just got a couple dishes off the menu. The food was vibrant, full of flavor. The service at the bar was awesome too, very attentive, great recommendations. But this is a must stop. Parking is just on the street, and if you come during the week, it's a bit quieter. We will be back.

I have walked by this place so many times and have never stopped in. Good things: service was…read morefriendly, food came out fast. They have so good deals. Cons: The food was just okay not great. If you don't get something on special it's a little pricey for what you get. Overall decent Mexican restaurant if you want something quick and you don't want to wait for a table!

It was a disappointing dinner at El Corazon. We had tickets to a show across the street at OLS,…read moreneither of us had ever been to El Corazon, so we thought we'd give it a try. We were seated right away, at a window table which happily surprised us, considering it was a Saturday night. We ordered a couple of drinks and which were delivered quickly. I ordered Rosa's Enchiladas which had a "V" next to it on the menu. While ordering I confirmed with the server that the meal was vegetarian and was told yes. When another server delivered our meals I asked again if it was vegetarian, and specifically whether there was lard in the refried beans. This server said that usually when there is cheese on the refried beans they are not vegetarian and would take the meal back. They returned a bit later with my meal and an apology, stating the other server was new. Sadly, now my meal was cold, like room temperature. Although I insisted they eat without me, the person I was with insisted on waiting until my meal was delivered (this always puts the other person in an awkward position), so now I suspect both meals were cold. A disappointing dinner at El Corazon. I realize mistakes are made but this is the kind of thing that makes you lose trust in a restaurant. It's so important that staff is well versed on menu ingredients, or that they check if unsure.