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    Taqueria El Maiz

    4.5 (22 reviews)
    Closed 8:00 am - 7:30 pm

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    Taco
    Judy E.

    Door dashed this place on their recommendation while on a trip down south. They definitely understood the assignment! I ordered 1 carne asada taco, I carne asada sope & 1 carne asada Gordita. I put a different instruction on each one & they followed them perfectly. My food came as ordered and was perfectly seasoned & very flavorful. I would definitely stop in on another trip thru.

    Chorizo Sopes
    Juan N.

    Well I want to apologize lol I was so hungry I took a picture of the Sope after I had already destroyed it, the taste was amazing.. I got the chorizo, portion size for everything was definitely worth it, you can taste the authentic and freshness, I would definitely recommend this place to anyone that wants to eat something authentic and delicious. The Mole Casero / Homemade Mole was amazing by the way. Go on ahead and give it a shot I'm sure the service will be great, I did not eat in there, I ordered to go but I can tell the ambience was great, everything was very tasteful.

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    Kelley B.

    Tacos were really good, a little greasy. Hole in the wall taco spot. They were very flavorful. We really enjoyed the fresh juice as well. The service was great. I would recommend and plan to return.

    Pollo Tacos
    Harsha S.

    This restaurant is so inviting. I was greeted when I came in. They have a small station across the entrance where they make fresh tortillas and also where you can pick them up. The previous times I've been I've always grabbed takeout, but this time I ate in. I grabbed 3 Pollo Tacos and a small box of Flan Napolitano. I was served large portions and for the price I paid, this was so worth it. The chicken tacos were so good and served with traditional street fare (cilantro and grilled onions). Unlike other places where you're charged for a pepper, I was also provided a grilled pepper that just helped the meal even more. I could tell that each of the flavors were present and the sauces accentuated the dish. For dessert, I had Flan Napolitano. It was so light and at the end I was tempted to lick my fingers and grab more of the caramelization at the bottom. I'll definitely be back again to try other desserts and drinks!

    Loved the food
    Flor G.

    Have been coming here sense I first stopped by and love the food fresh ingredients friendly personal and very clean best delicious place real Mexican food

    Beef and pork tacos
    Divebabydive G.

    This is AUTHENTIC and so good! You won't regret it. We are new to Dallas. Thankfully we found this place first. It will be our go to place for Mexican. Owners are friendly and it is family owned. So much better than chain restaurants.

    Gorditas (barbacoa and al pastor)
    Eddie C.

    Fantastic little taqueria! Short hit: really, really good. I was craving gorditas and in my search, found this place is only 5 minutes from where I work. What drew me in is that this place is a taqueria, as well as a tortilleria (makes their own tortillas). I'm always a little disappointed when I see places take tortillas out of a bag and throw them on the griddle to warm them up. So many places do this that I can't really penalize them, but for the places that make their tortillas fresh, the tacos/gorditas just taste that much better. On my first trip, I got two gorditas: barbacoa and al pastor. The al pastor was well-marinated and the barbacoa was as tender as could be. The fresh masa was very apparent and made the gorditas 5/5 stars. At $2.99 a pop, this is one of the best lunch deals around. On my second trip, I got a carne asada gordita and opted to try a chicken taco as well. The gordita was again, excellent. The chicken taco I got as I was trying to be a little healthier (instead of getting barbacoa or something like that). The meat was so flavorful and well-seasoned! The salsas that are in the fridge or on the table are all excellent. Just enough heat to wake up your tastebuds, but won't make you ask for a glass of milk. I plan on getting the horchata eventually, but for now, I am washing these down with topo chico. All in all, this place is a great value and the staff is very friendly and attentive. It goes a long way if you can speak some Spanish, but you can get by in English if that's all you can do. See you on Taco Tuesday.

    yum yum gimme sum
    Brian K.

    The tortillas will get you in the door, but the tacos are going to make sure you leave satisfied. In a city with literally thousands of taco joints, this is definitely one of them.

    Caldo de res
    Annie C.

    The gentleman who took our order was great! Friendly and inviting. The had a wide variety in their menu and the food was authentic. A lot of regular customers and I was excited they had Caldo de res.

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    Excellent, authentic Mexican food. Perfect for takeaway after work. Friendly, helpful staff.

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    Las Palmas - Guacamole

    Las Palmas

    4.3(935 reviews)
    9.3 miUptown
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    Had such a nice lunch with my family at Las Palmas! This was our second time visiting this location…read moreand it definitely lived up to the hype again. Since the weather has been so nice lately, outdoor seating is super popular, so I'd recommend making a reservation if you can. Even though we didn't have one, they were still able to accommodate our group which we really appreciated. The service was amazing...everyone was so polite, attentive, and fast. The drinks were delicious and the food came out surprisingly quickly as well. They also offer valet, but if it's packed, there's parking across the street too which was convenient. Highly recommend for a nice lunch or dinner during the weekend. We'll definitely be coming back again!

    A staple of Uptown, Las Palmas is often referred to as the best Tex-Mex in Dallas. While I may be…read morebiased as it's my local spot, I do think Las Palmas is excellent. The location is super cute and always packed. You definitely need a reservation or have to go super early to get a spot. There is valet parking as well as street parking, which can get a bit crowded. I've had a ton of different food items the years, but their fajitas are their signature dish for a reason! It comes out sizzling, fresh, and delicious. Do not pass up on the bone marrow sauce, it transforms the dish to beyond a 10/10! The salsas are always good and then tortilla chips salty and fresh. I start with a skinny margarita w a salt rim, which was good. Our waiter, Abraham, was great! He was very attentive and was very knowledgeable about the menu. We also order the ceviche to start, which was yummy! The crackers were a bit of an odd pairing for me and I stuck with tortilla chips, but overall delicious!! My friend ordered the steak quesadilla and thought it was tasty too.

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    Las Brasas - Beef short ribs

    Las Brasas

    3.8(57 reviews)
    8.9 miLower Greenville

    Our friends found this spot and it was such a great find! The vibe is amazing, nice decor, great…read moremusic, good service. We hung out comfortably and had a couple of drinks before heading out. The food is amazing!! Obviously every dish is meat based here and it's cooked to perfection. Seasoned deliciously and very tender. The garlic mashed potatoes were smooth and tasty. We also ordered Chicharrónes and guac. I'll admit I was very skeptical about The Chicharrónes because they're either cooked right or they're not. They got it down here. Everything was cooked exceptionally well and delicious. 10/10 recommend. Food and drinks are great!

    The short of it--food was fine, but certainly felt overpriced for what we ate…read more Long of it--Sat outside and it was nice. Here in Texas, chips and salsa are such a commonplace experience it's off-putting to pay for them. We ordered the guacamole and the chips and salsa come with it, so that was, I guess, better...but the guacamole was $16, so there's that. The salsa was tasty as was the guacamole, but again, for the portion it's really not worth it. We had the queso flameado, which was yummy and the flour tortillas are good! We split the sirloin and were underwhelmed. For a grilled meats place the steak was very under seasoned and wasn't giving us fresh hot grilled vibes. Meh at best, as were the rice and beans. We ordered elote as a side and it was really the best thing we ate. Service was friendly and efficient! Cocktails average $16ish. Again, for the prices we expected better.

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    El Carlos Elegante

    4.5(244 reviews)
    9.8 miDesign District

    Came in on a whim on a Friday night around 9pm with no reservation. We were instantly taken aback…read moreby the ambiance here. My wife and I agreed it felt like we were back in Mexico City. Chris our server was very friendly and knowledgeable. He took his time walking us through the menu and explaining what made El Carlos Elegante so special. The drinks were perfect. My wife loved her Desert Flor while I thoroughly enjoyed my Modelo Micheleda. Her Surf and Turf one hitter was exceptional. I have to say my Crab Cake was just ok. It tasted a little pasty and very heavy on the bread. The Pulpo was absolutely amazing. Perfect texture and the sauce it was served almost had me licking the plate. The El Machete was incredible from its presentation, to the freshness of the corn tortilla, to the quality of the meat inside. Definitely recommend this. We really liked our Okra + Shishito course, we just wished it had more okra in it. The two things I loved about the Al Pastor was of course the sauce it was served on but the fact that I got to enjoy it like a steak. It was served sliced on a bias like flank steak. Typically Al Pastor is finely chopped and served in tacos and burritos, so this was a different eating experience for me. And of course it was delicious as well. We cannot wait to come back and try more of the menu.

    I was genuinely excited to bring my friend here for her birthday after such an incredible…read moreexperience back in December. That visit checked every box -- the food, service, ambiance, and overall hospitality were all exceptional. What really stood out to me then was the attention to detail. I had casually mentioned that one of my cocktails wasn't quite my taste, and Harry personally reached out afterward to say they'd gladly adjust it next time. That kind of thoughtful follow-up leaves a lasting impression and is exactly the sort of hospitality that elevates a restaurant experience. Unfortunately, this recent visit felt like a completely different restaurant. We decided to do a combination of à la carte dishes along with the Experience menu after being told this version would feature entirely off-menu items, which genuinely intrigued us since Ihad also done the Experience previously. At the start of dinner, we were asked about allergies and dietary restrictions. I clearly explained that I have a mango allergy and do not eat beef. Our server then asked whether I ate other meats, and I clarified yes -- and even specifically mentioned that if the machete dish was beef, please still include it because my friend could enjoy it and I really wanted her to try it. He confirmed it would be the sirloin version, so we happily agreed not to modify that course. So imagine our surprise when one of the first dishes arrived dressed with a mango vinaigrette. Thankfully, we barely caught him quietly mentioning "mango" as he set it down. We immediately looked at each other thinking, "Didn't we just discuss the allergy?" It was disappointing, but unfortunately also representative of the overall service throughout the evening. Our server seemed disengaged, inattentive, and often not fully listening. Empty glasses sat untouched, opportunities to order additional items were missed, and at one point we were simply handed the check without even being asked if we wanted anything else. We also ordered a bottle of sparkling wine and ended up pouring it ourselves for most of the evening because our glasses were rarely refilled. I completely understand not leaving the bottle tableside if walkway space is limited, but repeatedly needing to get up ourselves to retrieve it felt out of sync with the level of service one expects from a Michelin-recommended restaurant -- especially at this price point. Then came the machete dish. Instead of the sirloin version we specifically discussed, we received the vegetarian potato version. When the server asked how it looked, I politely explained that we were disappointed because he had specifically told us it would be the sirloin preparation. At minimum, I would have expected another protein substitution given the earlier conversation about what I could eat. I'm also still unclear whether the Experience menu was truly "off-menu" as described, since several dishes -- including the halibut -- appeared familiar. Had that been communicated differently, we likely would have skipped the Experience altogether and simply curated our own meal. At the end of the night, spending over $500 while pouring our own wine, nearly being served an allergen we explicitly disclosed, and receiving dishes different from what was promised made for a deeply disappointing experience -- especially after such a phenomenal first visit. It honestly felt sad more than anything because I know how wonderful this restaurant can be. I'm not sure what changed in the last five months, but the difference was significant.

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    El Carlos Elegante - A very cool vibe

    A very cool vibe

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