Finally... A burrito that comes close to what we used to get back in California! We've been searching for so long and I had honestly given up multiple times, but like all great explorers, we endured and persevered. Taqueria Lupita is a great spot nestled inside a gas station market. As soon as we walked in, I knew we were in for a treat. The smell of meat on the griddle and the aroma of toasted tortillas met our noses and it made my mouth instantly start salivating. The team behind the counter was working fast and got our order out super quick. I opted for a chicken burrito and it took all of my self control to keep from eating it on the drive home. But like all great explorers of old, we had to take our bounty back to the motherland for all to enjoy. I cut it open and see what the cross section looked like, and it was practically perfect. I forgot to ask for avocado, so that's on me. We got the red and green salsas with it and they were both great. I loved the roasty undertones and heat of the red salsa. The first bite of this burrito took me back to another place, far from Tennessee. It was a glorious first bite. The melty cheese, the rice, beans and the chicken combined to make the most delicious symphony of flavors. I can't say enough good things about this burrito, you have to try it for yourself. I'm eager to try more things on their menu, especially the torta, it looked amazing. read more

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For all my fellow Californians, this is by far the best Mexican place we've found since living here in TN. As soon as we saw the (previously Oakland) Raiders logo, we knew it was gonna be good! I got the steak (asada) burrito - it came with rice, beans, meat, sour cream, and lettuce. If I had to give a critique, I'd say it's just missing a little guac. But oh my word, this burrito transported me right back to California! The flavors were spot on, the ratios were perfect. It may have taken us five years, but we finally found a Mexican spot that will definitely be in our rotation. It's located inside a small gas station, which confused us at first. But once we walked in, it was clear where to order. Both guys working seemed extremely kind and helpful, and overall just happy to be serving people incredible food. read more

Taqueria Lupita - Mexican Near Me - Murfreesboro, Tennessee

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Tried their burritos out for lunch the other day. They were good but messy as they broke out at the end half way through eating. The rice was the best part of the burrito as it was soft and pillowy but you could hardly tell their was meat in the burrito which was disappointing. Will try out other items next time but at least its close by even though parking can be a bit tricky. Kinda of pricey for what you get especially for the burritos. read more

OMG! Best Tacos stateside. It's just like the amazing food you get on the street corners in Mexico. The flavor and everything is just so amazingly delicious. The location is not what you expect to get food this great but please don't judge the quality of food based on the area it is at. You are missing out if you snub your nose and keep going away. This is the absolute best. Sorry I didn't take pictures of my food because it was that good to not waste any time. The owner is a very nice older sweet as it can be Hispanic lady and she makes you feel like you are at your grandmas house. read more

Best Mexican street tacos in town! Family owned spot great customer service. It's inside a gas station but the food is amazing!

omg the tacos were so good and flavorful!! if you're in murfreesboro/around mtsu, totally recommend!!!

Hands down the best Mexican food in Rutherford county, I absolutely stand 10 toes down by this restaurant. It's amazing the food is spectacular it's always clean everything is where it should be there's always something nice on the TV the bathrooms are okay in the services always friendly. I would recommend going on a day that's not so busy so you can order and get what you want with nothing ran out or go earlier in the day either way everything is always fresh and delicious. They have tamales they have tacos they have barbacoa they do a pasta sometimes there's so many different things to choose from. Even fresh chicharrones!!! The men and women that work here really put their best foot forward! read more

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I was surprised that we were not impressed with the dood here. We saw the great reviews and were excited to have delicious carne Asada but it was pretty disappointing. The meat didn't have the asada flavor that you expect from a taqueria. We tried a Gordita which was ok (my favorite part was the slightly thicker corn tortilla and the crunch it had). The asada taco was ok and so was the burrito. Customer service so so read more

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Muy rico todo 100% garantizado a todos les dolerá dejar esa rica comida cuando se vayan de TN

This place is a "California style" Mexican food gem. We moved here from California eight years ago and have searched for a great little taco shop with authentic "California style" Mexican food. As a kid growing up in the Central Valley, I loved working during the summers out in the rural towns build homes or landscaping, near Fresno. Towns like Mendota, Tulare, Dinuba, Merced, etc. During lunch we would always stop and find a place to grab a torta (Mexican sandwich), lengua (tongue) or asada (steak) tacos al carbon. This place reminded me of those places I used to frequent as a kid. Not fancy, but they always had tasty food. This isn't a place you're gonna sit down and have molcajete, fajitas, or even Pollo mole (oh how I wish I could find good mole here). But if you like great, quick, authentic California style peasant food (essentials, not the holiday dishes), this is the place for o come. Check them out for sure!!! read more

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The perfect place to spend National Taco Day: nothing fancy but awesome tasting street tacos--with the meat finely chopped but still tender and not dry, with a handful of onion and cilantro tossed on top. It's the real deal, and inexpensive and quick. Recommend the chorizo. Chicken, spicy chicken, and beef. Tortillas warmed enough to make the pliable and easy to fold. Warning: The hot sauce is really hot, with the green sauce carrying enough heat for most folks. There are other items on the menu but we go for the tacos every time. The best hands-down in the 'Boro. The place is in a gas station but like several barbecue places throughout the South, the station is just a low overhead setting for great food. And bring your cash--that keeps prices low too. read more

My fave and only place I get my street tacos!! Sooooo good! Family owned business and they are super nice and friendly! They always treat me so well! Their service is quick as well! It's in the gas station with a little quaint table in the back to sit and enjoy!! read more

I consider myself an expert in authentic Mexican food. Lupita could easily be missed being hidden in a gas station. A better name would be Tacos el riconcitos (Little Corner Tacos). This place authentic street tacos carne asada onion cilantro and lime. The carne asada is well seasoned. Food is made to order. I'd recommend calling in. They usually don't ask for your name but my order has always been ready and correct. I had the burrito with carne asada. It had the asada rice beans lettuce and sour cream. This is my go to place for authentic Mexican in Murfreesboro. I could eat this daily! read more

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Looks like a hole in the wall and it's in the back of a gas station but the tacos we decent. The guy was kind and nice. I enjoyed my experience. I'll be back. read more

Taqueria Lupita - Mexican Near Me - Murfreesboro, Tennessee

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PRAISE GAS STATION MEXICAN JOINTS! This place serves up the best authentic street tacos I've ever had in my life, and that's saying something. I highly recommend their specialty burrito, and of course, you can't leave without grabbing a couple tacos. What makes this food truly special is THE MEAT!! Whether it's chicken or beef, they do an excellent job in terms of tenderness and thorough marination. Whatever you do, TRY THEIR CHORIZO IF NOTHING ELSE!!! The cooks craft their foods with such care, that you will never, ever leave disappointed. This is gonna be my regular spot. read more

I'm from Arizona so it's really hard finding Mexican food here. I stumbled across this place and it's literally inside a gas station. There are two parts of store. 1. Where you pay on the left and 2. Where You order food on the right. This is cash only if ordering their food. They have tacos homemade and cheap! We also got the chorizo sope and it was one of the best ones I've had in years! I wasn't a fan or the pollo Asada but the carne Asada was great! Not only that the staff was so freindly and you can tell they have a lot of community business. we will be back again! I also saw tortas, tostadas, burritos. Our order was 10 for 4 tacos and one sope. read more

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Best Tacos hands down in Murfreesboro! Highly recommend the spicy chicken and chorizo tacos! read more

Taqueria Lupita - a plate of mexican food - Mexican Near Me - Murfreesboro, Tennessee

The food is very good and the people there are very nice. The food is Also very affordable . Money of the time it is a little bit crowded but overall it is very good. read more

OUTSTANDING!!! Excellent food and equally great service. Will be returning many times. Best tacos I have had in Tennessee since moving from California. read more

Taqueria Lupita - Mexican Near Me - Murfreesboro, Tennessee

A hidden gem. Dont let the location fool you-their stuff is great and most importantly authentic. They have great prices and everything is made fresh. Not the cleanest place on earth so if you are squeamish...dont go lol or dont sit looking at the grill area. Their tacos are tasty and their burritos are the size of a newborn. I always get chicken but they have a variety of different proteins including "lengua" (cow tongue??) read more

If you've ever been to California or Mexico then you know what amazing tacos and tortas are and should be. With that being said. There is nowhere, I mean nowhere outside of those two places that even come close except Taqueria Lupita! It's tucked away in a has station and you wouldn't even know it was there unless you were a local. If you haven't been there you haven't been living your best life. The tacos and tortas are out of this world! Next level! Made to order! I've tried them all! Trust me when I tell you these truths. It's a taco lovers dream spot! Simplistic and perfectly cooked each and every one! Just how a taco should be! Not slathered in extras that drown out inferior meats. Just onions and cilantro! You can add your own salsa Verde or red salsa to your liking! The corn tortillas are soft with a little crispness on the edges. The meats, all the meats are exceptional! Be bold and adventurous and yet then all! The tortas are like none other. Topped with avacado, your chose ofeat, queso, jalapenos, onion and cilantro! Then grilled in a panini press which takes it to the next level! The family that runs it are some of the best people you'll ever meet! So welcoming and they make you feel at home! Eat well and enjoy my Murfreesboro friends! read more

Awesome food! At first glance it's not what you expect! But the food is what counts! I had the Burrito, stuffed did not think I would finish it! I did. Lol You can taste the freshness, my place for Tacos, Tortas and Burritos! read more

Love the authenticity of the food!! My husband is Hispanic and says they're the best tacos he's ever had! We get them once a week. Very friendly staff and a cozy environment. Would definitely recommend giving it a try:) read more

The 4 stars are for the fresh hot tacos and for doing it local style. Unbelievably, the tacos are $1.50 each. Tripa is an extra .25 cents. Jaritos tamarindo is available as well as wheels of queso, Takis, and other snacks. The salsa is light orange and picante. Fresh chopped white onion and cilantro available at the bar table. We ordered our tacos "especiales" with tomato, lettuce, and avocado. Next time, I won't. It masks the meat, grilled onion and rustic tortilla flavors. Next time, we'll order traditionale. The gordita struck our number two son silent while he scarfed it down and declared it awesome. Our number one son had a huarache, aptly named because the hardy tortilla is as chewy as a flip flop--in the most charming way! The menu is very brief. The service friendly. The food hot and carefully prepared. The location, definitely rustic--inside the USA Mart gas station. Fear not. Come on in and partake. Here's the crazy cool part of it all--there's some good food karma happening right here. On one tiny block on Bradyville Pike in Murfreesboro is Taqueria Lupita, Oriental Express, and Noi's Oriental Grocery. Pinch me now. Right across the street is International Grocery and Mexiven. Wha? Fabulous. Murfreesboro is being very good to my family. read more

You wouldn't even know it's there,... And most people don't. They don't even advertise. Nestled inside a rundown gas station outside of the main part of town, on Bradyville Pk, is one of the BEST places in the state to get authentic Mexican food. I stumbled onto this place by a recommendation of a friend, all he said, "Looks can be deceiving. Steak tacos. I promise. Thank me later." And I did. THE BEST STEAK TACOS in town. I've also had the chorizo (Very good, but definitely greasy) You can order them however you want, but don't be surprised if she looks at you funny. And to that, I say- TRY THEM AS THEY COME FIRST. (Corn tortilla, Protein, pico, etc...) This is AUTHENTIC mexican food. Not american-ized crap, so try it how it's supposed to be eaten, you won't be disappointed. they may not look like it, but they know what they're doing. This is like stepping into a Hispanic grandmother's kitchen. They also have gorditas, sopes, clyudas, and lots of different protein options- even Lengua! ;) Don't expect to sit and eat. You get it to go, and don't forget to tip!!! And remember- this is a gas station- a run down one at that- so don't expect 5 star service lol, just expect the best Mexican food in town! (Side note- I added this business on here JUST to get the word out about it- It's not to be missed! And you will never find it, if you don't know to look for it.) Awesome hidden gem in the Boro. "Try it- Thank me later" read more

If I found a girl who thought this place would make for the perfect 1st date, I'd marry her now. read more

Taqueria Lupita - Magical place of tacos!!! - Mexican Near Me - Murfreesboro, Tennessee

Best burritos in Tennessee huge filled tasty and great prices. Street tacos and torta also to notch

Awesome tacos, hot sauce that's actually hot. These are the real deal. I waited too long to check this place out after moving to TN.

Stopped here with my son because Oscars was closed already on a Sunday. Holy crapamoly Batman, this place is definitely a hole in the wall but nothing short of amazing. I had no idea what we were missing. Luckily I took to Yelp, naturally, and typed in "tacos" and voila! We landed here. The carne asada and pastor burritos were out of this world. I could BATHE in a vat of the habanero hot sauce. If you like a little fire, it is a must try. The person who took our order was fast and efficient, and the lady who checked us out was super nice, in that motherly sort of way. I'd give 'em 10 stars if I could. There is no comparison in my book. Mind=blown. read more

Ordered a carne asada burrito and ended up with a carb burrito full of rice and a small amount of meat. The hot sauce has a small amount of heat but not the best flavor. Will not return due to long wait, hardly any meat, and not worth the price. A very expensive $13 carb burrito. read more

My husband and I are always looking for places like this. Great food...great prices. Nice gentleman behind the counter. We have tried a number of places with similar fare in Murfreesboro and Nashville. This is in our top 3. We have added this to our rotation of favorite places. read more

I want to order takeout but their number isn't working or off. It's one of the best kept Mexican food in town

Coming from a taco truck town, this is the closest thing in Murfreesboro. Lengua and tripa tacos are my go-tos!!

Hell yeah this place rocks! I live way out in Franklin and I'm considering bringing my friends out. Priced well with legit Mexican food - a killer find! read more

Great food low prices. Best taqueria in Murfreesboro. Quesadillas are amazing and the gas station has many cultural drinks don't be discouraged by the location read more

Great authentic tacos! Delicious and cheap!!! I got Pastor and Asada tacos and their green hot sauce which was excellent but not hot. Love this place! read more

Taqueria Lupita - 1 assda taco, 2 pastor tacos all under 5 bucks! Real, authentic tacos!!! - Mexican Near Me - Murfreesboro, Tennessee

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Completely agree with the 1st reviewer. This is authentic Mexican. My husband and I ordered carne asada (steak tacos)... They were to die for. This place is quite a drive from our home.. But so worth the drive. This isn't a place to sit and eat, but if you want real Mexican food.. Not the typical texmex you can nornally expect in this area than You can't go wrong with this place. :-) read more

Doesn't get anymore authentic than this place. Taste like it came off a taco stand in Mexico and I love it. They are located in the back of a gas station but totally worth it. They cook it after you order so to save time call ahead! read more

Dont let the location steer you away,it has to have the best tacos on this planet. Its so good im just thinking about going back while writing this.. read more

Being from southern California I am very particular when it comes to what I will eat when it comes to Mexican food. I am used to quick Mexican shops like this where you get your food fast and chow it down there or take it as opposed to a sit down restaurant. That said this place is hands down the best Mexican food I have had in Murfreesboro without a doubt and might be up there as the best homemade hot sauce that I have ever had. The food is very tasty, overall the owners son who seems to spend the most hours there is very friendly and very efficient at getting you a great quality meal in a short amount of time. While the tacos are the best deal at well under 2 bucks, They have a very wide variety of menu items that extend past just tacos/burrito's and it all is very tasty. Probably the only place in all of Murfreesboro that I didn't regret calling my order in advance. They do not sell pork products which is fine and I assume that has to do with the religious beliefs of the gas station that they lease their space from. My only complaints is that for what this place is I do feel like 8 dollars for a burrito with meat is a bit on the stiff side and just as someone who comes in there as much as I do I don't always feel appreciated as a customer by the main owner (who isn't there very often when I go in there).. Overall this place is awesome and certainly my go to spot for great food in this part of town... read more