When I was a wee boy, I tasted the best taco in the world in a small village in Yucatán, Mexico…read more For years after, I have embarked on a journey across Grand Rapids in search of this taco. Countless dollars have been spent, shirts have been spilled on, and symptoms of spicy food have ensued, if you know what I mean. And yet, despite all of this, my taco perfecto had eluded me. I had all but given up until I moved to the West Side of GR and stumbled upon what could quite possibly be considered the Holy Grail of Grand Rapids Mexican food: a small, unassuming red shack on the corner of Bridge St. I'll just get down to the brass tacks. Any taco buff knows that a taco joint can be judged on one thing and one thing only: their Al Pastor. And by god, Cuñado delivers. On top of that, the Chorizo is cherishable. The steak is stellar. The chicken is, well, chicken, but it's damn good. And the salsa is just shy of perfect: it's fragrant, fresh and feisty, and pairs perfectly with any and every menu item (except the horchata, for obvious reasons). The sautéed onions provide sweet, crunchy and umami layers, and for the bold, a sauteéd Jalapeño to top it all off. All of this is housed between a generously griddled double tortilla, which bears the burden of it's toppings like an absolute champ. The value of this place is truly off the charts. I went (begrudgingly) to Donkey Taqueria the other day and paid $12 for two flimsy fake tacos. TWELVE DOLLARS for two raw tortillas with a smidge of crock pot meat in between. Meanwhile, I pay $8 for three hefty, hearty boys made with cariño down on Bridge Street, and they knock my socks off every time. The folks running this place are absolute gems as well. When you walk in, it kind of feels like you're at your abuela's house and she's pulling out all the stocks to absolutely stuff you to the brim. Although they probably see a thousand people a day, the Cuñado Bridge crew never hesitates to make my day that much better. In my opinion, Tacos El Cuñado Bridge St. humbly boasts the best tacos in town. And if you don't believe me, it'll only cost you $8 (on Tuesdays) to see for yourself.

They goofed up our pick up order. Forgot to include the item…read moremy wife really wanted and the food quality was "meh." I was literally the only person there, they were bit busy at all, can't blame it on overwhelming orders. I will try it again in a few months

Revisited the restaurant recently and I continue to love their dishes. I enjoyed their flautas (no…read moresour cream- personal preference) and their enfrijoladas. Their food is consistent and very well plated. Service was wonderful and the food came out quickly. The restaurant is always clean and with the new design its super bright and welcoming. I also love their new menu updates and the website changes! Such a clean and fresh look. I personally like their commitment to the community and always being present at different events. Will definitely continue to visit!

back in july i went to el granjero to try to induce labor. sadly it didn't work but the food was…read morestill delicious. they have a vegan chorizo option which makes them standout from any other mexican restaurant. my partner added that to a burrito and requested no cheese/crema to make it vegan. i always go for the veggie fajitas which come with a small side of rice and beans (i requested no cheese on the beans). the chips are thick and crunchy and the salsa is fresh and delicious. They also bring out two sauces with the salsa as well which I confirmed do not contain dairy either. overall it's a good meal.

If the bright inviting color of the building doesn't bring you in...the delicious tacos should do…read morethe trick. Truly a hidden gem of a place...its small but mighty on the taste and culture. I tried a chiriquaso for the first time...logically too much cheese to make this a regular thing, but I loved it. Also tried the quesabirria and a friend had the al pastor tacos. Can't forget that melted queso to really bring the american feel to a very much mexican lunch/dinner. It was great! Staff was friendly and wonderful as well. Stop in...you won't regret it!

I do not have enough kind words to say about this place. I am super picky about my Mexican food and…read morefinding authentic spots, but this place is truly a gem. We love Luis and he has shared part of his story of coming from Mexico and bringing with him these incredible traditional recipes. Everything is made from scratch, from the salsa to the tortillas. This is a spot that I have taken everybody I know and everyone is amazed with it. Definitely try out the case Quesabirria and the Carne Asada or Al Pastor tacos. The queso is also incredible and the jalapeño salsa is to die for! We love Tia juana!

i ordered the quesabirria with consume and it satisfied my craving! i would gladly go back to get…read moremore and try new things. service was good, and they let us know there were condiments and salsas we could use while we dined in. they have a variety of desserts and sides readily available to purchase in the refrigerators, which i really liked! it's just a great and chill place to get dinner with a friend and catch up.

I love tamales Mary! Everything is prepared super fresh and they have a terrific assortment to…read morechoose from. If tamales isn't your thing they also have tacos burritos quesadillas whatever you may be craving they probably have it. Their chips and homemade hot sauces and salsa are amazing and they're flan. Oh my goodness is probably the best in Grand Rapids.

Delicious tacos! We were looking for a fast and convenient lunch and this place was perfect! I…read moretried the cow cheek and chorizo tacos and they were amazing. The hot sauce was also delicious and perfectly spicy! I would visit again to try a torta or tamale.

If you are in the mood for good tacos, search no further. Doña Guille has opened a brick and…read moremortar spot on Burton for the winter months. This used to be just the kitchen that supported her food truck, but now she is staying open through the winter. This is not a sit down restaurant, it is exclusively a take-out spot, however the food is legit. My wife and I ordered some tacos, some corn, and a large horchata. Doña Guille was so sweet and gave us a churro to sample. The tacos were very tasty; try the Pastor, the Cabeza, and the Tripa. Take my word for it the Tripa will really surprise you, it was my favorite taco we ate. The elote, or corn, was awesome: Corn, mayo, cheese and chili was an awesome combination. I can't wait to try more!!

We do take out from here several times a month. It is absolutley consistently great. Most…read morerestaurants will have an off night, but not Sabor. We once had to wait a bit for guacamole because they make fresh batched throughout the day. That dedication to quality is rare. Everyhting is excellent.

I ordered the skirt steak combo & wet burrito, with a side of elote!…read moreService was good, they came and checked to see if we wanted anything a few times. It's a nice little establishment on the Flat River.

Let me tell you, I spent 4 years in Grand Rapids for college and when I came back here for a…read morewedding, I told my wife, don't get Mexican food here, its awful. Well after a week, she was craving Mexican food and researched this place & showed me the reviews and I thought maybe things had changed since I left. Things have not. The salsa here is tomato juice, there isn't a hint of spice. The chips seem like they went down to Mejier and got them on sale. They managed to get my son's carne asada taco wrong, my wife ordered the floutas/taquitos (whatever they have) and for the first time in my life I saw her not finish them. My tacos weren't worth the money and I went in with LOW expectations. I'm bumping this up 1 star b/c they are probably good for Grand Rapids Mexican Food. FOR ALL OUT OF STATE CUSTOMERS - especially those from Texas/Colorado/New Mex/Arizona/California and the West Coast... don't get Mexican food in the Mid West, just wait till you get home.

In the area on business. This had good ratings so I thought I would try. Easy to find. In a strip…read moreplaza with lots around it. Plenty of parking. Inside it's clean and looks like a typical Mexican restaurant with some added neon signs and accents. The place had a decent crowd. Probably around 16 or so people eating. Sat me in a booth. Brought me chips and salsa immediately. Chips were good salsa was good. Smooth and not any heat so majority would like it. Server came over and got my drink order and I asked him about a few dishes on the menu. He was very nice and answered all my questions. Menu is large and they have lots of the usual fare and choices. I couldn't decide and he helped me narrow it down. I got the chicken chimichangas. They came super fast and hot. 2 small chimichangas with a sauce, refried beans, a small scoop of quac, sour cream, and tomatoes. Really small. Like not enough to evenly distribute to the chimichangas. And the quac was dark like it had been exposed to air for a bit. Taste was OK all around. It was decent. Nothing spectacular but OK. I ate it and it was filling. If you have a large appetite you may want to get something else. Overall it's just OK. Probably try someplace else next time.

My friends and I ended up coming here on a whim while visiting GR, and we're so glad we did! We had…read morenever heard of this place before, but the decor immediately caught our attention and gave the restaurant a really fun atmosphere. Our server was incredibly friendly and took the time to explain how everything worked since it was our first visit. We loved the build-your-own burrito bowl option because it made it easy to customize what we wanted. The prices were very reasonable, and my bowl turned out amazing. I added extra sauces, and it made it even more delicious. I also had to try their spiciest sauce on the side since I love spicy food and have a pretty high tolerance. As a spice lover, for once a sauce actually got me! It definitely packed some heat, but I still enjoyed every bite and was happy I gave it a try (although could not finish!!). Overall, we had a great experience from the food to the service, and I'd definitely come back the next time I'm visiting Grand Rapids. :)

We ate at Barrio before a show at Van Andel Arena because of its convenient location, and…read moreunfortunately, while the food was above average, flavorful, and reasonably priced, the overall experience fell incredibly short of what could have been a 5 Star visit. The food itself deserves credit. Everything we had was flavorful, and the prices were reasonable. There is absolutely the makings of a great restaurant here. Unfortunately, the execution and service left a lot to be desired. Our waiter never introduced himself and wasn't wearing a name tag, so I couldn't even tell you his name. After explaining how the ordering system worked, he took our drink order and disappeared. He eventually returned with our drinks, picked up our order sheet, and then we never saw him again. My drink was served in a glass packed with ice, so it was gone in about two sips. That might not be a huge deal under normal circumstances, but when you're eating spicy food, having nothing to drink becomes pretty noticeable. There were also no straws. I ordered two items, one of which required utensils. My date ordered a bowl and was given a plastic fork. I received nothing. We tried to flag someone down for another fork but couldn't get anyone's attention, so we ended up sharing one fork. About halfway through our meal, we finally managed to get someone's attention and asked for a fork and drink refills. A young woman came by at what can only be described as warp speed, dropped a flimsy plastic spork on the table, and streaked away. The spork was so flimsy that it was nearly impossible to eat with. Then there was the 3% debit card surcharge. I understand businesses have costs associated with credit cards, but being charged an additional 3% simply for paying with a debit card was disappointing especially when the overall service had already been so lacking. That pretty much summed up the entire experience: the food was good, but the service and attention to detail simply weren't there. Barrio has the potential to be a 5 star experience, but the execution, service, and overall customer experience need significant improvement. Management really needs to take a hard look at the basics.... introducing servers, checking on tables, providing utensils, keeping drinks filled, and simply making customers feel like someone is paying attention. 4-5 star food with a 1-2 star experience. I'd consider coming back because the food was good. I just hope the service catches up to it.