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    Taqueria Escalante

    3.7 (324 reviews)
    InexpensiveMexican
    Open 8:00 am - 9:00 pm
    Updated 2 weeks ago

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    Casual
    Moderate noise
    Dogs allowed
    Good for kids

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    Jessica S.

    $2 tacos filling and hit the spot $1.50 tacos on Tuesdays $7.50 breakfast burritos. Opens. 9am Wish they had breakfast tacos $12.58 for carne asada tacos a bit steep. I think vip tacos said $10.99 and $7.25 on Fridays

    Daniel T.

    It's a small joint that looks family owned from the outside. At first look, the menu seems overwhelming but it's actually just the toppings/choices of meat you can put into the item that you want and the prices are included! The service was exceptional. The woman was very respectful to all guests in both Spanish and English, even over the phone, and incredibly quick to clear a line. It kind of reminds me of my mom. She was very clear in explaining how taco Tuesday works to me as well as how pricing is different for certain types of meats in different entrees. They DO have taco Tuesday specials for tacos! It's only catered to tacos hence the name taco Tuesday, so other entrees like burritos or tortas do not get this benefit. Now let's get into the food. I ordered 3 tacos - asada, carnita, and al pastor. I was asked if I wanted "everything" on it - these would be onions and cilantro, and of course we go with the YES. You can also get green or red salsa, tapatio, and lime with your tacos. I went with green salsa and lime. My impression is oh yeah it's good. It's all good. Oh yeah.

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    Daniel R.

    pretty good tacos and burritos homemade style great for a quick snack and they have great specials certain days.

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    Karina M.

    La comida esta muy buena mi hijo le gusta mucho los tacos y los chips que dan con salsa y te sirven bien

    Enchiladas with the extra dry sauce around it. NO BUENO
    Oscar J.

    Not very good at all. This is not the first time I've been here and usually like their Taco Tuesday. But today was pretty bad, Enchiladas were Sort of dry and the sauce was burnt into the plate as if microwaved too much. My Asada burrito was dry and meat was hard. Barely tasted like an asada burrito. Rolled taquitos we're OK and pushed my review to 2 stars. Not sure I'll be back.

    Sylver R.

    TEEEEEEEENY tacos!!! It's almost comical how tiny the tacos are. This owner is super frugal and apparently rips off his customers I, personally don't eat food from this place, but my mom does. And she pointed out that the tacos are so tiny, the owner decides to start using the mini tortillas compared to the regular tortillas, how he once did. AND, he sells the mini tortillas AT THE SAME DAMN PRICE as regular tortillas! She says the tacos taste good, just not for the price.

    Carne asada super burrito

    Food was good a the portion was insane for the super burrito! This thing was the length of a model y armrest!

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    2 months ago

    Sheisty with their hotsauce. 1 hotsauce per taco. No thank you. Charge extra for more hotsauce. Hotsauce nazi. Never coming back.

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    1 year ago

    Family-owned and sons have taken the lead. We've been regular customers for over 20 years and are happy to see the restaurant flourishing.

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    5 months ago

    Burrito was delicious and truly sized to its name! It was literally the length from my knuckles to my forearm!

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    Got the Asada burrito. Called the order ahead of time. Got there in ten minutes and it was ready when I got there. Tasted great.

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    2 years ago

    Food use to be good bur can be better the quality has gone down hill been coming here for 15 plus Years they need to hire better cashiers

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    1 year ago

    I tried to order over the phone today and the lady was so rude. I called back to cancel my order.

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    2 years ago

    Good tacos! Good service. Clean and they have a Tv. Close to work and we call in orders for pick up for lunch or on the way home.

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    2 years ago

    Yummy food. Great service. Atmosphere is pretty . nachos are great. So yea would recommend .

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    Best tacos around, gets busy. Order ahead for pick up or plan on waiting. It's that good and busy

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    Puesto Anaheim

    Puesto Anaheim

    4.4
    (2.1k reviews)
    3.8 mi
    $$
    Minority-owned & operated
    Large group friendly

    Faith provided absolutely amazing service! She was incredibly attentive, fast, and on top of…read moreeverything throughout our entire visit. She explained the menu thoroughly, answered all of our questions, and was very honest when helping us order, especially when it came to portion sizes. She was so kind, welcoming, and helpful, which made a huge difference since we were tourists visiting the area. Faith truly made us feel comfortable and great about this restaurant. Because of her outstanding customer service, I would definitely recommend this restaurant and would happily come back again!

    Incredible dining experience! This restaurant takes Mexican food to a whole new level with a…read moremodern, upscale atmosphere that's perfect for date nights or celebrating with friends. The tacos were absolutely delicious--fresh tortillas, perfectly seasoned meats, vibrant toppings, and incredible flavors in every bite. Each taco felt thoughtfully crafted and beautifully presented. The cocktails were just as impressive. They were creative, well-balanced, and made with high-quality ingredients. Whether you enjoy classic margaritas or unique signature drinks, there's something for everyone. The service was outstanding from start to finish. The staff was friendly, attentive, and knowledgeable about both the menu and cocktail pairings. The ambiance was stylish, lively, and elegant.

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    Baja Fish, Verduras, and Filet Tacos
    Baja Fish, Verduras, and Filet Tacos
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    The Main Dining Room set up for a Family-Style Event
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    Lindo Michoacan

    Lindo Michoacan

    4.0
    (1.7k reviews)
    2.5 mi
    $$

    I come here for their chilaquiles chingones and they never disappoint! Highly recommend getting it…read morewith scrambled eggs and a side of their handmade tortillas. I usually have enough leftovers to take home and have for lunch the next day. Parking is a bit sparse, but there's residential spots available next door and within walking distance (as well as my favorite romance bookstore, Heartbound Bookshop). All their dishes are made to order, so please have some grace and be patient with their kitchen. As I always say, you can't rush perfection!

    I visited today because we were in the area and were craving menudo. The restaurant was busy, but…read morewe were seated right away, which was a plus. The agua de melón was delicious, and the side of beans was excellent. We also ordered a plain quesadilla, and it was surprisingly really good. The menudo itself was just okay--not bad, but nothing special. The reason I'm giving 2 stars isn't because the staff were rude, but they definitely weren't friendly or welcoming. My biggest concern, however, was what I witnessed with the condiments. When you order menudo, they bring a plate with limes, onions, and chili. I watched two employees clear tables, throw away some items, but keep the unused onions and uncut lime wedges from customers' plates and take them back into the kitchen to be served again. Even if I didn't use all of the onions or limes, that doesn't mean I didn't touch them. Reusing food that has already been on a customer's table is unsanitary and unacceptable. After seeing that, it made me wonder whether other items, like leftover chips, might also be reused. Whether or not that's the case, what I witnessed was enough to make me lose confidence in their food handling practices. Unfortunately, I won't be returning

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    Dining area
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    Paseo

    Paseo

    4.5
    (1.2k reviews)
    3.6 mi
    $$$

    I was a little hesitant about eating here because I'm pretty picky when it comes to Mexican food. I…read morefeel like not many places make it the way it should be, and I often end up disappointed. But this place was the complete opposite. The food was excellent. It did have a slightly different twist from what I personally consider traditional, but I absolutely loved it! We ordered tostadas with salsa, shrimp aguachile, chile relleno, and chicken mole. Everything tasted freshly made. The tortillas were incredibly good, the tostadas had amazing flavor, and the salsa was phenomenal with the perfect medium spice level for me since I don't eat very spicy food. It also had a delicious garlic flavor. For drinks, we ordered a michelada that honestly surprised us because it was exactly how we like it, and a Maya-Tai that had a delicious smoky flavor. The only reason I'm not giving a perfect score is because I would have liked the food to be served hotter. It wasn't cold, but it wasn't really hot either. Our server, Justine, wasn't rude at all, but she did come across a little cold and very straight to the point, almost like she didn't really want to be there, and it showed. Completely different from our host, Maddy, who was absolutely lovely. We had great conversation with her and she gave us amazing recommendations!

    We went here for my birthday, and everything about this place was amazing, out sever Alejandro, was…read morethe best, he was very attentive, and just made sure we had the best best time. The food was so good, will definitely be back. 10:/10 experience, highly recommend.

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    Love the decor
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    Chili relleno
    #Heidi Food and drinks www amazing! And the service was even better!

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    #Heidi Food and drinks www amazing! And the service was even better!
    Taqueria Los Gueros

    Taqueria Los Gueros

    4.4
    (1.1k reviews)
    3.3 mi
    $

    Review #1,082 Posted on 7.8.26…read more We stopped in here for a late night burrito & quesadilla on Sunday night the 5th after driving up from the Bay prior & getting checked into our room. This spot is located in a small strip mall shortly off the freeway on La Palma Ave in Anaheim. The food was really good, I was impressed with the meat portions in our burritos & quesadilla. There was a ton of meat. Both the red & green salsas were hot but still edible too. The rice & beans were quality as well. Highly recommend hitting this local spot up as they stay open late, and serve quality food.

    I wanted to try this location out yesterday because I work in Anaheim…read more I called in the order to reduce my wait time. I asked for their Birria tacos, the lady said this location doesn't have the Birria menu. Which is weird because other Yelpers posting a pic of their menu and it's their Birria menu. But alright. I proceeded to order and asked for their street tacos. She didn't tell me this is a cash only location also. So I went to go pick up/pay and when I go in to pay the man says, "cash only." I offered debit card, tap, Zelle. Nope. Cash only. Sucks they don't tell you over the phone. It's not advertised online either. I don't know what it is about this location. But imma keep my business at the Whittier location where they're friendly, offer their Birria menu, and other ways to pay.

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    Taqueria Los Gueros
    Taqueria Los Gueros
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    URBANA Mexican Gastronomy

    URBANA Mexican Gastronomy

    3.8
    (878 reviews)
    2.4 mi
    $$
    Happy hour specials
    Vegetarian friendly

    Cool spot with some great margaritas and cocktails!…read more Love this little Mexican restaurant located on the bottom floor of the Packing House. Came in for a little date night on a Saturday evening. The whole staff was friendly and accommodating, always quick to refill drinks or clear empty plates. We started off with some delicious and spicy oysters which were topped with a shrimp! We also had to try the Chori-brussels which are flash fried Brussels sprouts with chorizo, balsamic reduction, and Oaxacan cheese. For drinks we got a Santo Dia, a whiskey based cocktail with watermelon, lime, and fizz served over ice. We also ordered the Spicy margarita which had watermelon habanero, lime, and hibiscus flavors. They were both delicious and refreshing, the spicy marg had a good kick to it. For dinner we got a caesar salad, the ribeye plate, and the Urbana burger. We both loved the dressing on the caesar, it's made in house and it shows. The ribeye was cooked perfectly with a delicious herb butter on top, a really good steak sauce on the side, and thick cut fries. The ribeye wasn't the highest quality but it tasted good, the fries were perfect. My fiancé got the burger which had chorizo, melted queso Oaxaca, and an egg on top. Not gonna lie it was absolutely delish! I want to come back just for the burger. All in all we had a great time and I would definitely come back for some other menu items, especially to try more of their margs and specialty cocktails. Thanks Urbana!

    Food was delicious. We had guacamole and chips to start. I had the spicy margarita and my husband…read morethe Paloma. Both were great. Mole taco was delicious. The steak taco was great and the carnitas was good but spicy . Gloria was our server and she was amazing. Very fast and friendly

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    Arrachera Taco, Carnitas Taco & Baja Fish Taco
    Arrachera Taco, Carnitas Taco & Baja Fish Taco
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    Carnitas Papas
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