There's nothing I love more than an authentic, home-cooked-style, family owned, small business restaurant, and this place did not disappoint! If you're a fan of Mexican food, this restaurant is a must-visit. My mom and I ordered the chips and queso, elotes, rice and beans, birria, and beef tacos. Everything was delicious and gave us that comforting, homemade taste I was looking for. The staff were nice, service was great. I highly recommend giving this restaurant a try. I'll definitely be coming back again! read more

Tasty tacos and cute sauce/condiment bar, definitely going back! I ordered the shrimp, chicken, and birria tacos - they were all well-seasoned. If I hadn't already eaten prior to going, I would have ordered more. Oh! And the tortilla chips are warm and crispy with the perfect amount of salt read more

Ok. Normally in Yelp reviews I take a bunch of pictures, write a ton about the service and the ambiance, etc. Taco Riendo doesn't need all that. Because it's 100% legit. It's my favorite taco spot in Central Florida. It's deliciously simple and unbeatable. All the tacos are outstanding and the real deal. You can get cabeza and lengua, if you know what you're doing. But the asada, pollo and al pastor are amazing, just in case you don't wanna venture too far. And once you get your tacos, or sopa, or however you prefer comida Mexicana, there's a self-serve cold bar of grilled onions, cilantro, radishes, limes, raw onions and several bad ass salsas for you to adorn your food with. Pile it high. And sweat while you eat. It's absolutely perfect just the way it is. And a key piece of the surprisingly deep Apopka secret treasure trove of cuisine. read more

We pulled up on a Wednesday thinking they were closed so don't let appearances fool you and check the hours; after eating here, we were confused as to why they weren't busy! We were greeted when we walked in and service is at the cash register so this is more of a quick service style restaurant. The restaurant itself has plenty of seating despite being in a small space, and is very cheerfully decorated. We ordered some flautas, steak and pork tacos, and chips and queso. There is a topping bar for your tacos with lettuce, tomatoes, onions, and hot sauces. The chips and queso were delicious, and the flautas were also fantastic! I didn't like the refried beans as much as my husband did--they were on the thinner side and to me the taste wasn't what I wanted it to be, but the rice was good. The flavor of the steak taco was great but the cubes of meat were too big in my opinion. The real star of this show was the tacos al pastor! Super tender and delicious!!! If Yelp had a half star system, I would definitely have given a 4.5 but since they don't it feels necessary to round up to a 5, because overall this place is a winner! We will definitely be back! read more

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OUR FAVORITE LEGIT TACO SHOP! We have been going here for over eight years! The food is authentic, you walk in knowing you are going to get great food. I LOVE the rolled tacos and my husband loved anything carnitas and my kids usually do a boring quesadilla but even that is great. They have a small self serve area with fresh and grilled onion, cilantro, peppers, sauces, etc. It's owned by such a nice woman who I adore and her kids work there as well, I love a family run restaurant! They have fun drinks, popsicles, the whole thing. They open super early for some amazing breakfast options and stay option late. If you're going to support a small biz, this is a great place to start, the owners are truly genuine and appreciative of their costumers and take pride in their food. 10/10 !!!! read more

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Perfect hole-in-the-wall restaurant with amazing food! My family loves to eat here when they visit and I pick up take-out when I'm craving tacos. read more

I always hold hope to love Mexican restaurants that are independently owned and run. I read the reviews carefully and held hope that the recent reviews were being unfair. I had the horchata. It tasted watered down. Not my favorite experience. I also had 2 steak tacos. As another reviewer wrote they are absent of flavor. Very sad. I also had 2 chorizo tacos. Slightly more flavor but nothing to cause me to return. Sorry to say this gets my FVLV flag... that's first visit is my last visit. read more

Taqueria Taco Riendo - It's doubles Tuesday: chorizo and steak tacos - Mexican Near Me - Apopka, Florida

I was craving tacos one night and decided to check this place out. We came about 40 minutes before closing time. There were still a few people inside the restaurant eating. Its your typical hole in the wall taco place. We ordered 3 tacos; one chicken and two carne asada. We also got a side of rice and beans with carne asada burrito. The carne asada was very dry and chewy and the chicken was also dry. It was lacking flavor and it did not hit my taco spot. We were able to get our own veggie toppings and sauce to top our tacos. I had a higher expectation since they have 4.5 stars on Yelp. Customer service was alright. read more

Taqueria Taco Riendo - Steak was very hard to chew - Mexican Near Me - Apopka, Florida

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Taco Riendo is a hole in the wall taqueria on Orange Blossom Trail in Apopka, Florida. It is the kind of place you could easily dismiss and drive by, but if you were to do that, you would be missing out on some fine tacos. I ordered three tacos, the asada, the cabeza, and the chicharon. While they were small, they were also only $1.50 each. This also allowed me to try two more tacos, a pastor and a chorizo. Out of the five I tried I would have to say the cabeza and the chorizo were my favorites. They had a little area with onions, cilantro, sour cream, grilled onions, and several kinds of salsas. I found the salsa to be good, though none stood out as spicy. This is a good spot to grab a quick meal. I recommend here and will be back. read more

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all of our food was cooked to order and it was delicious. I would recommend this place and I am definitely coming back

What a let down ... me and my mom came here round 10am ,because we were craving some authentic tacos. so I ordered the chicken tacos and she ordered the chicken Quesadilla and it was jus bad. The chicken was hard and tasted old ... like spoiled! It tasted like we got the left over chicken from yesterday! We were so disappointed!!! Never again!!! read more

Taqueria Taco Riendo - Food station - Mexican Near Me - Apopka, Florida

Best street tacos ever. I get 5 tacos (3 chicken and 2 beef), load em up with all the fixings, including 3 types of their salsa/hot sauces, grab a mandarin drink and enjoy dinner! i just wish they had chips and salsa and guac as an appetizer. read more

Don't waste your time . I love hole in the wall places , but this place is not just dirty , the food is cooked in advance and just reheated. I got Carme Asada burrito and it tasted old , some of the pieces were black . I asked the lady and she admitted that they did cook it before . I don't understand the need for this , a steak takes 3-5 min to cook fresh and keep the quality . Nothing was good, and apopka has a lot of Mexican spots so just go somewhere else . read more

Just decided to stop in after work and was glad I did, I ate 3 sopas (chicken) and it was very enjoyable. Then I got the harritos drink then, decorated the sopas with lettuce, tomato, onions, cilantro and the other topping that were available and open for anyone's convenience. I enjoyed the meal and would go back again. read more

Taqueria Taco Riendo - Mexican Near Me - Apopka, Florida

For a hole in the wall, I expect a lot more. The tacos are cheap, Al Pastor is decent, Lengua is fine with a bit of that funky flavor, and the Steak is definitely an avoid. Very dry and small chunks. The Burrito Supreme is also a fail with mushy rice, the same poor steak. I would in a better local spot. read more

Finally found some legit Mexican tacos! Apparently this place has been here for a while, and I can't believe I've been driving by this place for years! Little did i know that within this kind of beat up strip mall, I would be transported back to Mexico and eating delicious street stand-style carne asada mini-tacos. These tacos are not your taco hell/ fast food chain variety. These are in-house-made corn tortilla, tiny two bite taco tasty treats. Alliteration much? :) If you've ever had taco truck tacos with cilantro and onions, then you'll LOVE these. They come in different meats: Carne asada- grilled beef Pastor- pork pollo asada- grilled chicken lengua- beef tongue chicharon- crispy pork fat/belly tripa- beef tripe They have others that I can't remember. I ordered pretty much one of each except for the tripe and they are all delicious. My favorite being the classic carne asada. I just top those babies with cilantro, onions, salsa, and a little crema (kind of like sour cream) from the salsa bar and I'm good to go. 6-8 tacos are probably just enough for dinner, but i find myself wanting to order more because they are so good. Which isn't bad because they are like $1.50 each. They also serve sopes, quesodillas, ceviche, soups, etc. The pineapple and horchata drink is also delicious and if you really want a treat, they have Mexican coke... or at least the ones in the bottle. The staff is sweet despite their lack of English. I ordered everything in English and didn't have a problem. Their kids hang out there after school, I guess. The TV is kinda loud... but i come for the food. One of the best hole in the wall joints I've had! read more

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I did not liked this place. The service is poor and the location is not up to date. Bathroom is outside the small structure. The tables only have salt and spicy sauce. There is a TV on with a very high volume. The tostada I ordered was small and cold, but the flavor was not bad. The combo portions are big and the burrito as well. But the horchata tasted like the one that comes out of the supermarket package, therefore, it was not fresh. The prices are too high for the food, service and place. NOT worth it!!! This is not a truck like it's classified here. It's a small structure with couple of tables. I would only recommend it to order food for take out. read more

First time in today and won't be the last really good especially for the price great size portions as well

What a gem! This hole in the wall taqueria is authenticity meets Mom's cooking. You will get hugely satisfied if you are craving those street tacos found in Mexico's streets. They have a nice small well stocked salsa/trimmings bar, with roasted onions too boot! For those of you who love to use cilantro as salad-- like my awesome wife-- you can go nuts here. I ordered the carne azada and pastor. It was oh so delicious. We will definitely be returning here when our craving for street tacos hit. The prices are ridiculously inexpensive. Each tacos are between $1.35 and $1.50. we got out of here with a bill less than $20 with tip for the two of us. read more

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Y'all this place! When I tell you the food is so so good and authentic. It is so good you can slap your momma. The tacos were heavenly. The only time I was sad was when I could not fit any more in my stomach. The staff is professional and polite. I will definitely be coming here every Sunday after church from now on! read more

The tacos were just filling. Not much in the way of flavor. Customer service was ok. Ordered 4 carne asada tacos and it took like 15min. with no line. Kind of expected a short list of taqueria's around Orlando FL. read more

Tacos tacos tacos! This place has got some legit tacos, mini tacos to be exact! A friend of mine told me about this place, and I just had to go and try it for myself. Ever since that first visit I've been back a couple of times. The restaurant itself looks like it's a little old and a little sketch, but hey that's part of the adventure. When you walk in, I automatically feel like I'm in Mexico. It can feel warm inside, and I don't know if it's just the island blood in me, but it didn't bother me at all. hah. Don't worry, for those of you who don't speak spanish, there usually is family member that is there to help you out and make sure your order is just what you wanted ;) Let's get down to the nitty gritty, the food here is bomb. Inexpensive prices, fresh ingredients, and food comes out pretty fast. I can tell it's freshly made just by seeing the women in the back hand make everything. I absoutely LOVE the Carne Asada tacos, perfectly seasoned, and there's a topping bar to add whatever you'd like. Do yourself a favor and order more than 2, trust me :) Don't forget to add those Christmas sauces, but make sure you ask which one's are spicy or not! They have other things in the menu other than Tacos, some of their specials are written on the board, and their menu literally consists of three print out pages. If you want flautas, sopes, enchilada's, quesadilla's. Yup they got it! Also, try out their juices. Personally I love the Pineapple juice and the Horchata drink - Rick milk, don't let that fool you and make you question it, just get it ;) read more

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Pleasantly surprised hole in the wall! Great customer services, fresh ingredients good quality meats. Unique assortment of drinks. Very very economical. A go to spot for sure read more

Was waiting for a window tint next door. Walked in here for breakfast. I asked for something that was not on the menu, Chilaquiles, and the ladies said they can whip some up. I was impressed, they were amazing. The employees are all very nice and accommodating. Clean little hole-in-the-wall, kind of place. Has some seating area about 10 tables or so. Def would come back when I want to eat some tacos! read more

Taqueria Taco Riendo - Chilaquiles, scrambled eggs, beans and rice. Fresh hand made tortillas are sooooo gooood!! - Mexican Near Me - Apopka, Florida

I LOVE LOVE LOVE little cute places like this. The tacos are really inexpensive $1.50 They make the tortillas hand made, you can see the kitchen and the lady in the back making everything from scratch. $1.50 for tacos with hand made tortillas that's a deal can't beat that. We also got menudo which is a soup made with cow stomach and I'm always scared it's going to smell and it didn't smell bad it smelled good. It also came with three hand made tortillas nice and fresh. They have a salsa bar where you can add everything to your desire. To drink i had pineapple fresh water was nice not so sweet. We also got rice water wasn't my favorite it was too sweet read more

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These tacos are little, but full of flavor! I ate 5: 2 "Lengua" (Tongue), 3 "Tripa"( Fried Beef tripe)= Result: Satisfied! I also ordered 1 Jamaica (Hibiscus Flower Juice) as a beverage. If you dare to try something different, try it here, because this is the only Mexican Restaurant where they actually fried the Beef Tripe after boiling, which is the right way to prepare this dish! Then, top with any of the salsas and you won't be disappointed! It is crunchy!!! The salsa I used in excess on the picture is the mildest but still delish! After all, I only spent $10 fricking dollars!!! :-) and the owner at the cashier is very sweet and kind! I know every single taco place in Orlando and the whole Florida: Mexican Restaurants, Tex-Mex Restaurants, etc. and this is by far with -THE BEST- decent cooking. read more

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My wife, from Bakersfield, California, is always in search of an authentic Mexican Taqueria in Central Florida. We have been to many restaurants and Mercado, but I think our search is finally over. This is as close as we have found to a California Taqueria, and while still not perfect, they have excellent food, friendly service and a comfortable atmosphere. Many of the places we have been to in the area generally only speak Spanish, but here I can tell they are trying to reach out to the English speaking clientele, which makes me feel very welcome and cared about. So between this and the several other Mexican restaurants I have found in the area, we are able to get our fix whether it's hole in the wall, Mercado or fancy dining. read more

The tacos were very delicious, we loved them. The tamal was a little dry but it tasted good. We will return again for the tacos. The service was very friendly. read more

Love the condiments bar! I had the El Pastore tacos which were quite good. I think the meat had pineapple which was delicious. I did think the tortillas were not the best I've had. read more

Taqueria Taco Riendo - Dining room. - Mexican Near Me - Apopka, Florida

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I loved this place but slowly it's slacking, first ones in here and the place is still dirty. People's hair were on tables nothing was wiped down. Food wasn't fresh just reheated read more

Taqueria Taco Riendo - Dirty tables - Mexican Near Me - Apopka, Florida

Ahhhhmazing! We will be back again and again!! I would've posted more photos of our feast but we were too busy chowing down. read more

Taqueria Taco Riendo - Torta with Steak - Mexican Near Me - Apopka, Florida

Authentic Mexican food. Very good! Nice, quaint, and simple seating area. Staff was nice and accommodating. If you like little holes-in-the-wall eateries (I do!), then this is a place you'll like! read more

Taqueria Taco Riendo - The front entrance. - Mexican Near Me - Apopka, Florida

Stopped in for a late lunch. Ordered 4 tacos and then another. Wanted more but knew I should stop eating for now. Good stuff. Salsas we're good and tasted fresh. Very friendly. I will stop again when I'm in the area! read more

Very good authentic mexican food. I had beef and chicken taco tamales and Elote. Inexpensive and quick service.

How do you know a Mexican place is going to be good? 1. When your in Apopka, the place is packed, and your the only gringo there 2. When everything is in Spanish So it was with Taqueria Taco Reindo. The restaurant looks awful from the outside, and isn't much better inside. The whole building has a lean to it that makes you wonder how it passed fire code inspection. I would never had ventured in if it hadn't got such glowing Yelp reviews. When I called to ask how late they were open the person answering handed the phone to someone who could speak English. Another good sign... When we arrived we were greeted by a quiet, but nice young guy who then handed us menus. He also gave us samples of their flavored water- the milky Horchata (made with almonds and rice), red Tamarindo, and yellow Jamaica (pineapple). Our favorite of which was the Tamarindo. The menu is not extensive but has the fundamentals. Quesadillas, burritos, flautas, tacos. I ordered a cheese quesadilla for my son but it came with shredded pork that he deemed "spicy" (it wasn't). We had to order another that was "cheese only". He devoured this one. My husband and I shared the flautas, tacos and burritos. I really enjoyed my pork burritos supreme ($6.99) which came with a side of refried beans, rice and pico de gallo. The meat was moist and well seasoned. My husband's taco trio ($1.25 each) were good but small. The flautas supreme ($6.99) had a good flavor but were a little dry. I liked the topping bar- there you can chose from, among other things, lettuce, tomatoes, sour cream, grilled onions, and four types of salsa. Even the mildest of the four was a little spicy for me, but I'm a wimp. My husband, who loves hot sauce really enjoyed them. Food is cooked to order so you sit and when the food is ready it is brought to you. You then have to go back up to the toppings bar, which is a little awkward. Pay at the counter after you eat. They, unfortunately, do not serve beer (or margaritas!) which is too bad. It would've gone great with the food! I left Taco Reindo absolutely stuffed. read more

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My favorite Mexican restaurant in Orlando, this place gets almost as real as the real deal in Mexico with the food been deliciously good and a lot like what you find in restaurants in Mexico and in street stands in Mexico city. The price are good for what you get and tacos are not expensive but you do have to eat a lot of them in order to get full unless you have very little appetite. The location i was going to in Altamonte before right almost at Apopka closed due to leasing issues so i found out they had a second location, who knew. Well i think this location in Apopka is as good and it is a bit larger inside then the one in Altamonte and can sit more people unlike the other location in Altamonte , witch was small and sometimes it was to busy to find a table or there was no parking spot. This location has as good of service and the food is fresh and good, you can also get aguas (waters) de orchata. I recommend this place to anyone that likes Mexican food and is looking for a cheap and good Mexican place to eat, i suggest do not arrive very hungry because they can be packed and very busy at times so you might have to wait a bit to get food and there is no appetizers. They are open every day except for Mondays and open till 9 O' clock at night. read more

When in the Apopka area and longing for a taste of home (we hail from the central valley of California) we come here - wonderfully authentic "street" tacos, great salsas and additions from the condiment bar - its almost like stepping back home when walking through the door The staff is friendly and helpful and prices are very good If you want mexican food in the area, cant top this place read more

No muss, no fuss. Just good tacos! I'm sure the other food they have is really good, but all I can speak of are their tacos. The restaurant its self may look a lot run down and maybe unsafe, but that's how you know you'll get some good food. Every time I go, I'll order myself 6 asada tacos and either horchata or a pina drink. 6 tacos may sound like a lot, but let me tell you they are small but full of flavor! Once you get your food you can add all the toppings you want from their toppings bar. I personally am fine with just cilantro, onions, lime juice and crema. But their toppings bar has more than just that there for you to choose from. If you are looking for tacobell-esk food you're looking in the wrong place. If you're looking for some good authentic Mexican tacos, you've come to the right place! P.s. if you must use the bathroom... finish your food quickly, and go to the closest gas station... because that bathroom is a little scary. read more

Fantastic Find! Once again, fellow YELPERS, you come through! Thank you! Upon your advice, Husband and I decided to check out Taco Riendo a little over a week ago... well, we've been back twice more already. Muy bueno!!! This hole-in-the-wall, Mom and Pop restaurant is a fantastic find in Apopka... authentic Mexican fare, easy on the wallet, and genuine hospitality, too. Wonderful! I 'ditto' everyone else's comments and recommendations. There are a number of tasty dishes to try, but if your Spanish is rusty, be ready to point at the picture menu ... truly authentic - from mom in the kitchen to dad or daughter taking orders. Taco Riendo is a wonderfully tiny Mexican restaurant that needs no fancy decor. :) What would make it a five-star? Fresh iced-tea, but I guess that's not authentic. sigh... Thanks, fellow Yelpers! You were spot-on. read more

I stand by everything I previously said, but the last few times I've been there the rudeness of the counter girls has just reached a new level. I went out of the way to be nice and personable and got blank stare. No language barrier either, spoke perfect English but just didn't give a crap. No hi, hello, said thanks and have a nice day and they just ignored me. Sorry but there's 4 more places within a mile, that have just as good food and are appreciative of my business. read more