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    TBT El Gallo

    4.3 (133 reviews)
    Closed 12:00 pm - 9:00 PM

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    Uber trio

    If it wasn't for super high sodium content, I felt like my blood pressure was gonna go up immediately after tasting the food. Entirely way too much sodium.

    Chicken burrito with a few bites taken out of it lol
    Jenny H.

    My husband and I went for lunch midweek around noon and had the whole patio to ourselves. Not many people inside either. We really like Mexican food so we're excited to try out something new. 5 stars for service : friendly and helpful 4 stars for atmosphere and outdoor patio. The fans were a bonus but they didn't keep the flies away :( 3 stars for the food: we got chips and guacamole for appetizer, special taco combo and a chicken burrito. The chips and guac were pretty good. Just felt like the guacamole needed some lime juice or seasoning. But it was very fresh. We both liked the chicken burrito and the tacos were interesting, but not anything mind blowing. The chicken Tinga toppings were very good, but I wasn't a fan of the chicken thigh flavor. A little too gamey for me. I liked the Carnitas, but it tasted much better with a little guacamole on it. The Cameron Diaz was not for me. Just not a lot of flavor. Nice to try something new but not sure we'd go back particularly because the parking is always challenging on Cary.

    all the damn dips
    Rachel K.

    I had a wonderful time here. The burrito and dip sampler were wonderful for sharing. The patio is a nice spot to have dinner; it was clean and the staff were very attentive.

    West coast witchy
    Nikki J.

    Love the new space for TBT! Perfect for summer nights (or fall if the firepits work). It's full of mexican trinkets and yummy spirits straight from there. Drinks are delicious, food still great, staff is still awesome. More space for greatness!

    Holly G.

    I came with some friends and we were greeted immediately and almost sat immediately. The staff were super friendly and very accommodating and helpful! We sat on the patio and it was so cute! There were dozens of plants and lights and it was very cozy and inviting. Now the food. These were some of the best tacos I've ever had! Every single ingredient was fresh and you can tell. I also got the Horchata Rum Chata on special and it was phenomenal! Everything is very reasonable especially considering the high quality of food you get. There's so much love in this place and I will definitely be coming back!

    Bottom plate: Ballad of Ricky Braves and chicken tinga tacos. Top plate: el grill daddy and slam dunk contest tacos
    Gabby T.

    The interior of the new location at 2614 W Cary (where Kreggers formerly was located) is very cute with lots of artwork and a hidden gem feeling. The tacos were incredible, and it was very nice to speak with Carlos, the owner, when he brought out our meal. I can't decide whether I loved my potato or chicken tacos more! They were fresh and flavor, and the margaritas were great as well. We learned that most of the menu is gluten-free, and they're working on getting a dedicated fryer soon so that chips and other items that are currently cross contaminated can be prepared gf. I'm excited to return again and support this wonderful, local business.

    Two carne asada tacos and one Texecutioner taco
    Amanda E.

    YUM! It has been a couple years since I've been to TBT El Gallo and man I've been missing out. Their new spot is where Kregger's used to be which is a great location. I love the original brick walls. And the food was absolutely amazing. The three salsas all had great flavor; the spiciest one was my favorite. I got three 1 tacos Slam Dunk Contest, El Grill Daddy, and Dude Where's My Carnitas. All were incredible with the carnitas being my favorite. The sauce included in the taco setup added such an amazing layer.

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    Jenny P.

    1000/10 for the birria tacos. I was a little worried at the color of the consomé but it was so dang good. The staff here are also some of the sweetest people to talk to. The three of us ordered 8 tacos in total and two sides of street corn. I will say, this was probably the most underwhelming but it may be because I'm not used to this type of equites. It was like drowning in what tasted like the tobasco chipotle sauce.... it was good but not the type of street corn you think of

    To-go: Tierra Santa top, El Ricky Bravas bottom.
    Mike T.

    My favorite tacos (and fries???) in RVA. Located dangerously close to Shyndigz, this is an amazing to-go option. As a sucker for seafood, I always end up with at least one fish taco. The protein is pretty much the size of a chicken tender and freshly fried, finished with a creamy chipotle mayo and fresh pico + radish. In a first for me, fish is not my favorite thing on the menu; as far as the tacos go I actually prefer the Tierra Santa, which is loaded up with the most flavorful veggies + two cheeses and explodes on the palate. But the best bang-for-your-buck on the entire menu is an order of the street-style fries: you'll get a massive portion of perfectly crisp, spiral-cut fries smothered with toppings. Children of the Corn comes with a huge scoop of guac that does not miss. I think about these potatoes regularly now.

    Pancakes

    Our favorite place!! Brunch is fantastic - you have to get the corn blueberry pancake. Happy hour is generously long and includes house made margs! Our servers have always been attentive and helpful. And the patio is really fun.

    Michael S.

    They were at a beer event I attended. The mushroom asada tacos were nearly inedible. Literally could bite as hard as I could through a piece of mushroom and could not break it apart. Legit bad. Then the board said $18 for 4 tacos but they charged $20. Service was not friendly. Only compliment is they were quick and the sauces I doused on were tasty - so I had a bunch of corn tortilla and hot sauce for $25 basically. Would never check out their physical location.

    Mexican street corn. 10/10.
    P.K. S.

    I haven't had better Mexican in Richmond ever, and I've lived here for 34 years. I think the secret is in the sauce - the consommé is hall of fame worthy. The poblano avocado crema, queso drizzle, and all three of their salsas are the icing on the cake. I love the creativity of the menu options. I've done takeout twice now and am forever a fan now. Wow!

    Cod fish, flank and chorizo, birria taco

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    Not a huge restaurant but the food is excellent. Lunch combos are a decent deal. Chips and guacamole were excellent. Staff was friendly.

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    GREAT food, drinks and atmosphere! Friendly, helpful staff. Can accommodate a large party. Never disappoints!

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    Great service, great food, and awesome beer selection. Highly recommend the Monopolio Negra or Clara!!

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    We arrived on Thursday night around 8 pm, and the parking was hit or miss. I had to circle the…read moreblock to find a spot, but it was pretty close once I did. I noticed the ice cream/yogurt spot nearby was hopping. There was a person asking for change outside the front door. We were greeted by an enthusiastic host and seated immediately at a booth up front. The server came by within seconds and brought us water and place settings. We decided to get the chips and salsa for an appetizer and a pair of melting chimichangas for entrees. I can't resist some chorizo and steak. My partner got the chimichanga without chorizo and with chicken. The ambiance was colorful with beautifully painted murals on each wall, and the atmosphere was undeniably loud. There were lots of patrons. The place was packed, even at the bar, so your mileage may vary. We received our orders within minutes of each other, so there wasn't much of a wait time. The chips and salsa were homemade, fresh, warm, and delicious (muy rico). Same for the entrees; exactly what I want in a Mexican food restaurant. The chorizo and steak were well-cooked, seasoned, and chopped finely, but not ground. I was in heaven with that chimichanga. We had to take home leftovers. The next night, heated in the oven at 325 for 30 minutes, they were similarly excellent. The night ended without dessert, sadly (too full). However, the server was quick and efficient, and he was always around to fill water and bring anything we needed throughout the meal. Great experience overall. We will definitely return here whenever we have a hankering for some good Mexican food at reasonable prices. I can recommend this place to anyone who appreciates hearty and filling Mexican food.

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