Every Mexican restaurant gives you a window into somebody's abuela's kitchen, and Porton is no…read moreexception. Cross the threshold, open the "gate" and try your favourite classics. I love that tacos are so de-rigure that they forgot to even add them to the menus (that's been fixed)! Their Pastor is fantastic, the service friendly (they even limp along and tolerate my bad Spanish), and the salsas are bright and flavourful! They have an extensive "pesces" menu (perhaps aimed at ovservant Friday and Lenten Catholics) of seafood offerings--I cannot speak to them further, as I was raised beside the Pacific Ocean and do not eat seafood 2000 miles away from the sea. The ambience is typical of a taco-joint: formica tables and sliding chairs; nothing fancy, but not a place you'd loathe eating. They do a swift business at primary meal times; but I have never had to wait for a table or had food to take too long to arrive. Carry-out is similarly swift whether you order ahead (online pr by phone) or pop in for takeaway. They accept card payments; including tap. There is an offering of beers and traditional "aquas Frescas," like horchata and jamaica, as well as some Jaritos sodas and Coke products. Very handy spot worth a couple visits a month for sure.

My wife and I absolutely love this place, we get our order piping hot and fresh within minutes of…read moreordering. The salsa that comes with the chips is incredible, this is easily the best taqueria in town.

First time in Bloomington and needed some tacos for Taco Tuesday. This spot was perfect. The tacos…read morewere flavorful and hit the spot, and the staff couldn't have been friendlier. You can tell it's more than just a restaurant -- it feels like a community space where people are genuinely welcomed. Definitely glad I stopped in, and I'd come back again next time I'm in town.

When you enter Veracruz you see an incredible listing of all of food choices. It would take a…read morewhile to work your way through the entrees. You order at the counter, find a table and they deliver your selections. I had the Al Pastor Tacos, which were well seasoned and very tender. My wife ordered the Chicken Quesadillas which was also very tasty. We've been looking for a good Mexican restaurant since moving here this will be our go to place.

Everything was wonderful very good food I recommended very authentic sauce were the best meat cook…read moreto perfection on point

The restaurant is really quaint. The staff are attentive. The food has generous portions and is…read moredelicious. There's plenty of parking.

Look, I've been patronizing Mexican joints in Bloomington-Normal since antes de que fuera cool, and…read moreI need to talk about what's happening at Herradura. THE GOOD: The service here operates at quantum speeds. I'm talking food-to-table in approximately 5 minutes. Did they have a DeLorean in the kitchen? Did they start cooking when I pulled into the parking lot? I don't know, but physics was definitely involved. The presentation looked solid--everything arrived hot and reasonably photogenic. THE "WAIT, WHAT?": Friends, we need to discuss the Great Portion Shrinkage of 2026. Herradura has apparently discovered the restaurant industry's worst-kept secret: instead of raising prices a reasonable amount, just slash 10% off the menu and reduce portions by 35%. It's like getting a "discount" on a car, but they removed the back seats and the radio. The chimichangas arrived looking like they'd been on a strict juice cleanse--smaller than expected and committing the cardinal sin of sogginess. These weren't the crispy flavor bombs I remember. They were more like... flavor water balloons? Still edible, but not exactly chimichanga hall-of-fame material. THE CHEESE TAX: Here's where things got personal. I've been a loyal "little extra cheese on the rice" guy for years. Today? Nearly FIVE DOLLARS for what amounts to 4 tablespoons of queso. That's approximately $127 per pound if my mental math is correct (it's not, but you get the point). I've seen cheaper cheese at artisanal farmer's markets run by bearded hipsters in suspenders. The beef tacos were... fine. That's the review. Fine. They existed. They were tacos. Moving on. THE VERDICT: On the Bloomington-Normal Nickel-and-Dime Scale™, Herradura ranks on the lower end, which is actually saying something in this town where inflation is hitting Mexican restaurants like they personally offended the economy. Will I be back? Yes. Will it be soon? No. Next time I'm trying the cheesesteak because apparently I'm a glutton for punishment and also curious if it comes in "fun size" now too. Pro tip: Bring your own cheese. Save $5. Live your best life. Also i turned macro mode on for my camera. Objects look bigger than they appear in person. Atmosphere: 4/5 | Service: 5/5 | Food Quality: 3/5 | Value: 2/5 | Portion Size: 1.5/5

Choritacos (chorizo + another protein) and Dos Equis Amber are principally what I need every once…read morein a while and the lady really is a fan of good steak tacos, beans and rice. We like this place just as much as the more upscale East side joints...and ya know what...it's a bit cheaper and seems to stay pretty busy despite its 'back of the strip mall/behind a tire shop' location. Pretty fast efficient service too all things considered.

Looked for a mexican place while I was in town for a volunteer event. Walked in on Saturday about…read more6:30. Only one other person in the restaurant. 10 minutes later, the place filled up nicely with patrons. You know it's authentic when there is a soccer (futbol) game on the only tv. It was NWSL too which was a nice bonus. The place has an old school leather booths feel too it. Waitress was attentive and took my drink order immediately. We went through the list of tequilas. My my the upcharge for Patron was steep. Went with a more reasonable option in ordering the margarita. Starting feeling the tequila on the uber back to the hotel. Upon recommendation, I ordered the half/half chicken/steak. Portion size was nice. I had the corn tortillas. Veggies tasted fresh. refried beans and gauc was nice. A family of 7 sat down after me and left before me. That's how fast the service is. I wanted to finish the huge margarita so it took me a little longer. Prices were reasonable too.

Soup awesome. Servers awesome…read more Prices ...I bit high. But the cheese quesadillas, no sir. Made with as little effort as possible with as little ingredients as possible. D- At least throw some lettuce and a couple sliced jalepenos in the box with some sour cream or even some pico. Nope, nothing. Just a couple nibbles of chicken folder over in ONE tortilla. Bummer. You can do better.

Always a great place to eat and shop. The buffet has a great selection, recommend the party…read morepotatoes, and they also have a good selection on their menu. Service was a little slow but as always they were busy

Seriously, what a fantastic place! The food is plentiful in quantity as much as quality! The people…read morewho work here are simply fantastic, they're so kind, genuine, and they treat you well. The place feels like you're at a friend or family member's house eating a home cooked meal. I can't recommend this place enough. 5/5 Food, 5/5 Service, 5/5 Ambiance.

Fast and friendly service. Food is always hot and fresh. Wonderfully updated dining room, high back…read moreprivate booths, clean.

Our server was rude the taco salad was runny and gross and the fajitas tasted like shit the best…read morepart was the tortillas DONT EAT HERE FOR YOUR SAKE but if you do I'm very truly sorry

Elias was an excellent server, coming back to check on us. The atmosphere is very authentic and…read moreinviting. I ordered the Tulum Special ( a combination of grilled shrimp, broccoli, pineapple and mushrooms with a chipotle sauce on a bed of rice). It was delicious, a new favorite dish. My wife had the Chicken Enchiladas with rice and beans. She devoured it, so it must have been very tasty.

Food was excellent. Portions were a little small but it was off the lunch menu. Overall, good…read moretasting Mexican food