we recently moved to the area and have been searching for a decent deal on Mexican food. We decided…read moreto drive about 25 minutes to this place because of the good reviews. Keep in mind this is a food truck with minimal overhead. We got there with only one other person in front of us. our order was a simple Carne Asada burrito. The young lady taking the order was very nice and pleasant. The price on the menu was $14 for the burrito which was super high in my opinion. When I used my credit card to pay for it, it gave the option for a tip. I only tipped one dollar because it was only a takeout burrito from a food truck. But even with that, no drinks, nothing else, it came out to a total of $18.11 for one burrito. I guess it would be an OK price if it was a gigantic, super delicious burrito, loaded with expensive meat. but it was not. It was probably 60% lettuce and rice. And maybe 10% actual meat. The flavor of the meat, cheese, salsa, tortilla was all pretty good, but that burrito was worth maybe eight dollars at the most. Sadly, our search goes on for a decent Mexican food location in this part of Florida. this place should be ashamed of itself for charging that much money for a burrito of that size and quality. Oh, and the wait to get this burrito was extremely long. Probably like 20 minutes to get one simple burrito with only one guy that was in front of us for a couple minutes when we got there. Nobody behind us either. Crazy.

Recently bought a burrito at this place. Just a regular carne asada burrito. The menu indicated it…read morewould be $14. But in reality, when I looked at the receipt, I was charged $15.99. Not cool for a below average burrito. Definitely will not be coming back. It seems to be a running theme in this part of FL, that folks are getting price gouged on just about everything. We did not pay this much for awesome burritos in South Beach Miami, so it is not an entire State of FL thing.

Small little spot in the plaza with big flavor. Its obviously a hit with the locals…read more The tacos were full of flavor. I got the Franklin(ribeye), full of flavor not too spicy, and a shrimp taco, shared rice & black beans. Zero complaints about the food & the people, very attentive, on point. My only complaint was my beer was flat, but I did bring it to their attention. It was a good place to stop.

Incredibly Disappointing - Terrible Food, Bad Service, & Hidden Fees…read more The Food: A Massive Letdown ​I ordered a shredded beef burrito, and the meat tasted like boiled, unseasoned, stale beef. Zero flavor. My wife ordered the beef birria tacos, and unfortunately, it was the exact same bad flavor. If you do decide to risk eating here, you better stick to chicken or steak, because the shredded beef is a complete miss. ​As for the rest of our meal: ​The Good: My son got the quesadillas and said they were good. The queso dip from the sampler appetizer was also really tasty. ​The Average: The beans were just okay. ​The Bad: The guacamole was definitely not fresh. ​The Service: Non-Existent ​The service was just as bad as the food. There was only one other couple in the entire restaurant, yet the waitresses seemed annoyed and completely too busy to care. I honestly felt like I was at a self-service fast-food joint rather than a sit-down restaurant. ​The Ultimate Dealbreaker: Hidden Fees! ​The absolute worst part came when the bill arrived. If you pay with a credit card, they slap you with an extra 3.5% fee! This is ridiculous, and we were never told about it until it was time to pay. When I brought it up, the lady rudely told me "there is a sign on the wall." ​You can't even see the sign! I am posting photos with this review just so everyone can see how incredibly small and hidden that sign actually is. ​Save your money and go somewhere else where they actually season their beef, care about their customers, and don't sneak hidden fees onto your bill.

Went last week and the steak tacos and pastor were very good. The burrito is huge and the tostada…read morewith steak was very good the meat was very tender compared to other places

This small Latin market is located in the Bird Bay Plaza on the south end. It offers a variety of…read moreLatin ingredients and also has a small restaurant located in the back. I've been a few times and I've always gotten the burrito because it's the size of a newborn and packed with flavor. They also offer a homemade verde and rojo sauce that is outstanding! Friendly staff and always fast service. Worth a shot if you wanna try something different.

This is delicious! Great, friendly, fair prices and prompt service. I had a beef taco and beef…read moreempanada. The taco was fresh and amazing. The empanada was the best I've ever had! Will be going back every time I go to Venice.

Looks like it's changed hands. Not in a good way. Charge you for each topping…read more Sadly I'm not going to go back there again. Close to 30 dollars for two chicken quesadillas

I had a great experience at Mi Pueblo. The food was absolutely delicious -- I ordered the tacos and…read morepaired them with a classic margarita, and both were fantastic. The tacos were flavorful and fresh, and the margarita was perfectly made. Keily was phenomenal, always very attentive and professional. Kept checking up on us to make sure that we were doing ok. Loved her warm hospitality. Her genuine vibe made us feel welcomed. At points the other young lady Stephanie would ask us how were we doing which showed us her attentive service and overall super friendly caring personality !! ... I do gotta say the service here is thru the roof.. The atmosphere really stood out too. The restaurant had a very festive vibe, and I loved all of the colorful Mexican décor throughout the location. It felt warm, lively, and authentic, making the whole dining experience even better. Definitely a spot I'd recommend if you're looking for great Mexican food and a fun atmosphere!

If in Venice this is an excellent choice if you're in the mood for some quality service and great…read moreMexican food.our server Bryan was very attentive and never left us wanting for anything. Highly rec omens if you're in Venice!!

Another great experience dining out for Mexican food. The servers are amazing, the atmosphere is…read morelively and festive, and the food and drinks are the best! I forgot to take pictures of our tacos, was too hungry to remember but the margs and my spicy wife I did manage to capture

We have eaten here VERY OFTEN until today. The crowds are small these summer days. The reason could…read morebe the blaring noise the employee called "Spanish music". It is the loudest compilation of bullshit similar crap music that sounds like Cher and her synthesizer designed to make you chew fast and get the hell out uncomfortably quick with the synthesizer and same beat in each piece. We like REAL Mexican music and even Mariachi. If you like an uncomfortable experience this might be for you. If you wanted a meal worth chewing, you came to the wrong place. Get out! PS we loved the staff until they missed having our back today. We did tip over 30% and enjoyed our time with you. Yes, we were here on your very first opening Day One and several times a week since. You have lost us!!! We were your easiest customers to profit from especially in the off season as we are not snowbirds and support the team in the slow summers. The problem is all mine of course because I come here too often. That, I can do something about. I can't take it anymore! Looped SYNTHESIZER MEXICAN MUSIC WITH A STUPID LIMPING DONKEY TYPE BEAT IS AGAINST THE LAW IN FLORIDA! Badump bom bom! Badump bom bom! Badump bom bom! Every fucking song! Please stop playing the SAME ridiculous music and try to rotate some good Mexican music into the playlist. There are millions of better choices that would add nicely to your establishment. Gringo out!

The BEST tacos in Sarasota county! Every ingredient possible is available for your…read moreselection..everything very fresh and well prepared. This is like a good Mexican street place....no hard shell, just fresh and delicious. Hosts could be a little more verbose and warm, but they produce a great product.

Place looks like a dump on the inside. employees unfriendly…read more Had the bowl which isn't explained the menu was on the wall and vague and Expensive.. person serving unfriendly,person ringing up my purchase non friendly,no one greeted me. Food bland seems most ingredients out of a can.Pork was dry,Beef overcooked.Payed no thank you or come again..employees looked like they hated being there..Won't be back and they won't be around long

Chicanos was such a vibe from the moment we walked in. The décor alone had me smiling, colorful,…read morefestive, and full of personality with all the skulls and traditional touches. Definitely my kind of place. The chips came out hot and fresh (always a win), and the salsa was so good, super flavorful with just the right texture. We also tried the queso, and wow...creamy, rich, and loaded with toppings. My husband was obsessed. Service was ok. For the main dishes, I had the carne asada street tacos and he got enchiladas. Everything had really good flavor, seasoned well and clearly made fresh. My only small complaint was there was a bit too much onion on the tacos for my taste, but once I adjusted that, they were still delicious. The pico was bright and fresh, and I loved the little touches like the lime wedges and presentation. You can tell they care about flavor and authenticity. Overall, great food, fun atmosphere, and definitely a spot I'd come back to. If you love bold flavors and a lively, colorful setting, this place is worth checking out.

We went here for the first time the other night after there was a 45 minute wait for the Mexican…read morerestaurant down the street. I'm really glad we found this place! The chips and salsa were soooo good. We had the brisket tacos, chicken burrito supreme, and green sauce enchiladas with chicken - all were yummy. The service was just OK and the only reason I didn't give this place 5 stars.

Great food! Friendly service…read more All of the ballgames televised. $6 burgers on Mondays too!

So glad I found Food + Beer for my trips to Venice Beach. Great food, drinks, and vibes. Best food…read moreI've had and comparable to Tampa places. Pleased with every drink and flavor and even came back for a second night on my trip. The Buffalo Chicken Wedge salad is my favorite with the jammy 6-min egg. I will be back and love the staff. Bartenders and servers are amazing! I will be back on all my future trips.

This is the best fried chicken on the area hands down. Always fresh and delicious. Crispy crunchy…read moreoutside and tender and juicy inside. The owner goes above and beyond to get things right and takes pride in the food and ingredients. We have been fans since the Venice days and are looking forward to visiting the great new location in Nokomis. Can't wait to see this small business take it's next exciting steps!

These "kids" are doing it right. The chicken is incredible and I'm not usually a food truck person…read more Friendly and great food. What more do you need? By the way Alex I've been here 23 years now but son still in Colorado so I go visit