Late-night Mexican food where time is imaginary, the menu is aspirational, and professionalism is questionable. Quoted 15 minutes, but took 47. They were out of almost everything, service was rough, and the staff was openly drinking Coronas while orders stacked up. Not exactly reassuring when you're already waiting forever. My birria showed up missing sauce and looking like it gave up halfway through (see photo). Dry, sad, and wildly underwhelming. Yes, the flavor was authentic. No, the experience was not. Come here only if you're desperate and Taco Bell is closed. read more

Tacos El Flako - Tacos Near Me - Tampa, Florida

10/10 Craving satisfied! I'm pregnant and have been seriously craving birria pizza.... this place outdid themselves! The meat was juicy, the cheese was melty, the crust was perfect. Dipping it in the consommé was chef's kiss. Definitely hit the spot! We ordered over the phone, the lady we spoke to was very nice and helpful. Have a pack of wet wipes ready because it can get messy We will be coming back!!! read more

Tacos El Flako - Birria pizza - Tacos Near Me - Tampa, Florida

Best tacos I've had outside of SoCal and Washington state. I loved how they had so many meat choices (the most I've seen) and on top of that we're open 24/7. Pastor and Chorizo were both my favorite and tripa was actually pretty good too. They have some bench/table seating around the food truck and it takes about 10-15mins depending on how much food you order. 10/10 for meat variety and operating hours though. I'd support them in a heartbeat. read more

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Was looking for something quick and easy on the way home around 930 pm. Their menu has plenty of options. I got lengua and carne asada tacos. They were super authentic and 5/5 read more

Alright this taco food truck is delicious. They have a good selection and they are open Late!! Service is pretty fast even when it's full. The staff does what they can when they're full but they have great hospitality. Ambiance, what else can you ask for groups of people who share the love of great tacos. I have tried tacos al pastor on point delicious seasoned right. Birria tacos and their broth is a heavy hitter. If you like birria you'll like these. Of course the carne asada tacos are the legit! read more

As Bob Ross would say, this was a "happy accident". A friend of mine and I were taking our girls to the trampoline park, which opened up 30 minutes later than the website stated, so I looked up taco truck in the area and this one had the best reviews, and was the closest. The girls split a delicious order of rice and my friend and I split a steak quesadilla. Both were scrumptious! We'll be back if and when we're in the area again. The salsa that came with the quesadilla was fire! read more

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Customer service is not great. I got the Birria Ramen and it was FULL of oil. I had to keep mixing the soup so I wouldn't get a spoonful of oil. If you're looking for something quick then it could be worth your time. Otherwise, find something else. read more

Absolutely amazing. We ordered the carne asada fries, Birria Quesadilla, and Birria Ramen. It had a nice kick to it and all the seasonings were perfection. They make it when you order it so don't go if you're in a rush, we will definitely be returning very soon! read more

Tacos El Flako - Birria Ramen - Tacos Near Me - Tampa, Florida

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Don't come here. This place is absolutely disgusting! I ordered street corn and it had a roach!! Come to find out they had closed the truck a few months ago due to sanitation issue. read more

We ordered 3 carne asada tacos and a pastor burrito at 11pm on a Sunday night, there were about 3 people who had ordered in front of us. After ordering they told us it would be a 30 minute wait (maybe they could have warned us before we ordered). Turns out our food took an hour. If you are wondering why, after sitting there a while I realized that they were taking door dash orders, and not only were they overwhelmed, those were clearly the priority. I don't think it's smart for any place to have so many orders and 1 guy making the food, so thats the first problem. When we got our food it was easy to notice they gave us a pastor taco instead of the pastor burrito we were charged for. So that's $22 for 4 tacos and 2 cans of soda. The lady then argued and said "No, you ordered a taco". Clearly I didn't, and the price would reflect that! Ok, onto the food, some of the worst tacos in the area, meat burnt on 1 side to the point it hurt my teeth. The pastor taco was the better one as it was average. All in all I would never go here again. read more

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Listen. After a 12-hour shift saving lives, the last thing we expected was to end our night smelling vomit, getting side-eyed by staff, and almost fighting a naked man. We rolled up hungry and tired, and immediately got slapped in the face by a stench so foul it felt personal. At first, we thought maybe something had died. Turns out it was vomit. That they had just hosed down. Right next to the food truck. You'll want to hold onto that detail. Trying to ignore the smell, we attempted to order, but the woman at the window treated us like we'd asked her to donate a kidney. Rude stares, short answers - the whole vibe was "I hate being here, and I hate you more." Then comes the kicker: they were out of everything we wanted. Ended up spending $83 on birria tacos (grease puddles), queso birria (cheese in an existential crisis), rice and beans (fine if you're into bland mush), a tres leches that tasted like it was made by someone who's never loved or been loved, and two waters that we paid for but never received. The one saving grace? A decent chicken huarache. Congrats. One star for you. While waiting in the car, a clearly drunk man - pants down, cheeks out - leaned on my car, apparently mid-puke. When we told him to move, he started tapping on the window and harassing us. We had to drive away, only for him to punch the damn car window like it owed him money. I got out and told him off - loudly. Like loudly loudly. Anyone within 100 feet definitely heard me. Did the food truck staff check on us? Help? Blink twice? No. They didn't move. A customer had to intervene to get the guy away from us! Eventually, we went back to get the food and showed them the video of this man harassing us, and asked if they knew him - because surprise! He was hanging around the food truck again. The, what seemed to be the manager, just stared at the video, didn't say a word, then walked off to say a few things to the guy. No apology. No "Are you okay?" Nothing. You could feel that they knew him. Like it was Taco Tuesdays and Harassment Thursdays or something. The cherry on this greasy, undercooked sundae? Realizing that vomit smell we arrived to was from the drunk dude who was harassing us. And they just kept serving food like it was business as usual. Never again. Not worth it. Not safe. Not clean. Not even good. If you want a meal and a public safety incident rolled into one, by all means - head to Tacos El Flaco. Otherwise, run. read more

Some of the best tacos around. I'm obsessed with the sopes and esquites. I call before I go and my food is always ready. I never have a bad experience. They have outdoor tables and sometimes a mechanical bull. I love it here, highly recommended. Very authentic Mexican food. read more

Authentic, good tasting Mexican food. It's great that there open 24/7 & the tacos do not disappoint, service is mostly English/Spanish & nice seating outside(FOODTRUCK) read more

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Probé todo el menú. Increíblemente delicioso todo. Esta abierto al servicio 24 horas. read more

Tacos El Flako - Tacos de birria - Tacos Near Me - Tampa, Florida

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This place is so insanely good. The employees are so nice. I'm obsessed with the birria quesadilla and the churros are fire 10/10 - if you're not here, you're missing out fr read more

I was pleasantly surprised upon receiving the pizza quesadilla. Opening the box and seeing the beauty of which I received left me with feelings similar of childhood exploration. The tidal wave of liquor in my stomach ceased to swell once the aroma of such a wonder filled my lungs. The presentation of such a dish shocked me to my core. I must say dear tacos el flako I salute your work and respect the grind of which you endure. Thank you for delivering the quesadilla of my dreams. read more

I pass by this food truck every single day on my way home from work, so finally I decided to give it a go. It is set up in the parking lot of a few stores, so there is plenty of parking. It seemed to be a one-man show, but the guy was efficient. The menu was posted on the side of the truck, and I thought it was odd that it seemed to be mainly a breakfast joint; there was a variety of breakfast platters, pancakes, french toast, and omelet offerings. I was disappointed they didn't have any side options to purchase like chips/salsa or rice/beans. But I was in the mood for tacos and not to be dissuaded. I ordered a variety: chicken, pork, steak, and chorizo. They were ready in about 10 minutes, and I was on my way. The tacos were okay, and maybe if I hadn't been having awesome tacos in Seminole Heights I would have enjoyed them more, but they all seemed very bland except for the chorizo one, even with the sprinkle of cilantro and onion on top. The green sauce provided with the tacos helped, but they still tasted very boring. All in all the tacos were fine but I would only return to try the breakfast options. read more

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Excellent authentic flavor very fresh ingredients great service everything was delicious

Yes yes and yes. So good. The lengua taco was one of the best I've had, the corn in the cup is a class that was down well, and the doors were so good. Also the jugo de pino was refreshing. Prices are good for the times. read more

- The food is so good, - They're somehow open 24/7 - If they tell me the food will be ready in 20 min, it will be. - They have fried pinwheels out front with chamoy and tahin - There's a huge ass hole as of August 2024 when you turn in so be careful and drive around it - if it says they're closed online, they're not, just call them read more

They had real authentic food like from California. Really enjoyed the tostadas and the chicken taco.

Pros: Good location Cons: Bland. Rubbery shrimp. Severely OVERPRICED. I paid $14 for 4 subpar tacos. I won't be back. read more

Tacos El Flako - Tacos Near Me - Tampa, Florida

Awesome mom and pop taco truck/trailer. 24/7 fresh and delicious i recommend coming hungry and ready. Dont forget about their Agua Fresca read more

Tacos El Flako - Menu - Tacos Near Me - Tampa, Florida

Absolutely not! My family and I waited for our food for AN HOUR AND A HALF and every time we kept asking for our food they kept telling us to wait. They offered no refund, and kept giving everyone else their order we didn't even get the chance to taste the food we ordered. Horrible experience and will never be back here again. read more

Small food truck outside a plaza off Hillsborough. Some of the best tacos I've had in tampa. So flavorful and filling. I forgot to take pictures, but trust me it was delicious. They have some seats outside but mainly to go. Service was quick and easy. I will definitely be back, especially because it's open 24/7 read more

Great tacos, reminds me of San Diego Mexican food. Birria tacos are definitely on point!

It was cold and it didn't taste the best. I like that they are open 24/7 and service is eh kinda fast. They are nice but food just wasn't the best. I don't think I'll be back read more

They either they don't know how to take a phone order, or they are having too much fun while working, every time I said something they are laughing and I have to keep repeating myself, once I ordered my 4 carnitas tacos I realized I only had 3 ground beef tacos, that's after waiting almost extra 20 minutes, they told me my order would be ready in 30 minutes, I was already back at work and couldn't return, It was overpriced and my order wasn't even complete, The Salsa Verde they gave me was frozen and the tacos looked like they were just thrown in the container, I called back and it was like I was talking to someone that didn't want to understand me on purpose and I speak both languages, VERY BAD experience will not be going back, food quality BAD, service BAD. read more

Mexican FOOD IS AMAZING!! We came back in less than a week because the food was so delicious! I highly recommend making a stop and having their delicious food!!! read more

Tacos El Flako - Mexican Food Truck - Tacos Near Me - Tampa, Florida

I'm honestly so impressed by this place. I was so hungry at 3am and came here. I ordered birria tacos, and the worker who took my order was so very nice. Then a bunch of people came to order right after me so clearly lots of people are going to this place. It wasn't exactly cheap, but like I'm just happy to get this quality of food in literally the middle of the night. They prepared my food and what I got was a huge plate, 3 tacos, 2 sauces, 1 bowl of the birria soup (?) for dipping, grilled onions, limes, and a grilled jalapeño.... AT 3 IN THE MORNING. And piping hot. I was so impressed already, and then the tastes/flavors/quality were just amazing. I have to say I'm impressed. This was my first time here but it will definitely not be my last and I can't wait to sample different items. This place is definitely worth the price, particularly in the middle of the night, bc this isn't something you can get just anywhere. Can't wait to go back! read more

The food was amazing!!!! I got a chicken burrito and it was so good, the portions were huge and it comes with a side of fries. The service was great too. We went late at night and sat out at the table and had a great time. read more

I've never left a review before, but wanted to give this place 5 stars. Delicious tacos and Tortas! Highly recommend. And the staff is very friendly. read more

Oooooof! I got 4 chicken tacos and they were juicy, delicious and suuuuuper flavorful! They're medium sized so def filling. And the people are super sweet and kind. Great location and THEY'RE NOW OPEN 24HRS (this doesn't show when you look them up currently online). So so good! Def recommend. Also heard from a guy who is a regular that the quesadilla is the best in town! Excited to try that next time! read more

(SPANISH REVIEW BELOW) Tried to order on the phone a Quesabirria and they said Birria is not ready until 40 minutes and I drove all the way from spring hill to eat at their location.. with that being said i told the woman that i wanted to proceed with the order anyways, so she said but you will have to come in an hour and i was like ok. Tried calling again to see if Birria was ready, no answer at all tried calling so many times and nothing! So i decide to go to their location and surprise! They were completely closed! Like not one car outside! Just like what the heck.... Terrible spent a whole hour waiting at some other parking lot for nothing! Could not get a hold from them. Llame a ordenar una quesabirria y la mujer me dijo que la birria no estaba lista and demoraria 40 minutos y le dije que estaba bien y esperaria la orden ella me dijo que tendria q buscar la comida en 1 hora dije ok. Llamo luego a verificar si la birria estaba lista llame miles de veces y nada. Decido ir a la localidad a ordenar en persona y sopresa cerrado! Estaba cerrado!! Ni un solo carro afuera. Es enserio? Terrible no vuelvo!! Una hora esperando en otro parking lot para al final no tener mi comida, viaje desde spring hill para comer de ellos y esto paso! read more

This place have the best taco's. Love everything they sell here. The guaraches are the best.

after a long sunday, decided to try this place. 6 tacos, one quesadilla, & a side of rice $40 so worth it! do yourself a favor try this place. quick service, good food, it is outside but if you stay to eat it is very bright so you'll be safe. also they have umbrellas over the tables so even though it rained today tables weren't wet! 10/10 place & open 24 hours! read more

Awesome spot for food, the chicken burrito is a must and I love their chorizo tacos. Highly recommend!!