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    The Original Mr Taco

    3.5 (141 reviews)
    InexpensiveMexican, Soup, Beer Bar
    Closed 7:00 am - 9:30 pm

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    What's the vibe?
    Casual
    Moderate noise
    Dogs allowed
    Good for groups

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    Doug D.

    Got a quick bite here while in Vista and I was very impressed. It was pretty slow just after the lunch rush on Wednesday. Place was easy to find, but they should consider trimming the tree covering their sign. Service wasn't overly friendly but was knowledgeable. We ordered shredded beef tacos and quesatacos with pork. They were brought out piping hot and had bottles of red and green sauce accompanying them. Both tacos were flavorful, fresh and a good value for the money. Overall a great experience.

    Inside was spacious and clean. Fun decor.
    Craig W.

    I have always wished that Yelp allowed us reviewers (who provide 100% of the content) to award half stars or to give ratings on a possible 10 star basis. It would allow for more accurate ratings for sure. But dare to dream. I know it will never happen but in this more perfect world, I would award the "Original" Mr. Taco 3 1/2 stars or 7 stars on a 10 point scale. I almost always round up so 4 stars it is. I am a huge fan of Mr. Taco #2 in San Marcos. I have only been to that location maybe 500 or so times. For the first time, I tried the Original Mr. Taco and I am sure there is some relationship or connection between these businesses and with Mrs. Taco in Vista (I have heard rumors) but I do not know for sure what it is. The menu is definitely different at the Original location than at Mr. Taco #2 but not in a bad way. The decor inside is fun and the counter gal was very friendly. The burritos here are absolutely enormous. I tried the "Spicy" burrito (that is its name) which is made with asada and chorizo. If there was anything but chorizo inside it, I will never know. The chorizo flavor overpowered everything. It's a good thing I love chorizo. It's a fine burrito but not amazing. I also sampled the Cali burrito (with chicken) and it was nice enough and also huge but pretty standard for that type of burrito. The location is bigger than you might think and the decor is much nicer than at your typical "Berto" taco shops. The food didn't wow me enough to steal me from the #2 spot. 3 1/2 stars rounded up seems about right based on one visit.

    Crispy tacos. Favorite was the carnitas
    Trevor T.

    Get the crispy tacos! They are packed with meat and overflowing with lettuce and tomatoes. My wife is a Mexican food aficionado and asked where the delicious taco was from so you know it's good! Ordered the chicken, beef, and carnitas. The carnitas was a little bit more, but worth it. Really filling and yummy!

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    Gref W.

    The service is always good here, but the street tacos were a disappointment. I ordered three Alpa store tacos on a Tuesday and I could tell that it was chopped up earlier and just reheated. Extremely dry and disappointing.

    Shrimp & crab Enchiladas Del Mar
    Cirwan S.

    We made a pit stop here from the drive from Los Angeles I'm glad we stopped here because the food was amazing ! My buddy got a steak& egg burrito and he loved it ! I ordered the crab & shrimp enchiladas it was so amazing I wanted to order another plate ! My other buddy got the carne asada tacos with rice & beans. He loved them. We all shared an order of their carne asada fries and you can taste how the meat is so fresh along with the other things that come with it. Lots of seating inside, cashier was helpful in suggesting us what to get. Definitely coming back here

    Yadi E.

    This is one of those ole reliable spots. Prices are fair & most of the food I've tried is good. I can vouch for the: Breakfast burrito Taquitos Carne asada burrito Tostada I've also had the chilaquiles, those I don't claim. Too much egg! Beans and rice were okay. The breakfast burrito is my go to. So many loaded and flavorful ingredients. Don't overlook her!

    Breakfast Burritos and Salsa
    Uniques E.

    Well we found this place last year for their breakfast Burritos the morning after Thanksgiving. So the family wanted to do the same this year, so we went back to start our family tradition of the morning after breakfast Burritos. The food here is great & made fresh to order. the service is awesome and the ambiance is nice and cozy.. while we were waiting for our fresh food and Salsa, we had Mimosas. What a Great place! We will be back next year to continue this new family tradition 2 yrs strong and counting. (I'll be back before then, shhh don't tell the others)

    Taquito plate sans lettuce and tomatoes.
    Cara S.

    Good prices, nice staff, accurate order. The food was good. I got the taquito to combo with no lettuce or tomato. The meat inside the taquitos was a little dry and the guac was unnaturally green and a bit loose for my liking. I don't think they need to put so much on it because it made the taquitos a little soggy. The beans and rice were bomb though. I'd go back.

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    P. E.

    The food is good however the level of service by this specific person is just horrible. Older woman with bangs with ponytail I her 40/50's, her lack of engagement and customer service is always below standards. The food is not cheap, and to have such poor service when Asking for a specific order item shouldn't be that difficult. Her tone and non-verbal communication sucks! My husband loves it here, but I am not wasting my hard war money on a place where you are not treated well.

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    Julie K.

    I called on Monday at 5:45 pm to place a phone order for pick up . I was asked what I would like to order , there was a lot of noise in the background so I wasn't sure if he heard me . All of the sudden , before I could ask what time to pick up or give him my name the phone hung up. I arrived at the restaurant about 10 minutes after the call . I was going to stand in line but wasn't sure where the line for pick up was located. Then I heard a man's voice asking if I was there for pick up order . I replied, yes, He handed me a paper bag which I assumed is my order . I paid immediately with Apple Pay . Never said anything else and moved on with another customer. Not a word . So I walked out the door praying the order was mine and it was correct . I got in my car , checked it but it was hard to see since it was dark out . The food was good .

    Was the Guac, rice, beans cabbage sour  cream and pico. I wasn't that hungry but this is addicting  and the portion is enough for two.

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    Great street tacos and enchiladas. Nice to sit outside and service was good. Definitely recommend.

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    Really good fish tacos with a hard shell. Also the Carne Asada tacos with only melted cheese, Yum Yum .Quick service.

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    The food is amazing. The service is amazing. They have a new vegetarian bowl that I love!

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