The family that runs this place is friendly and cool. I do think they have some of the best tortas here in the valley, and I always try to make a stop when near. This time, I was placing an order for some friends who were unexpectedly staying at Phx Children's Hospital, so I thought I'd share my experience with them. The Torta & Taco Plate combos are $15.99 each. It's a bit higher, but that's turned into the new norm with everything. Taco plate includes rice & beans, while the Tortas include Fries. 2 Taco Plates & 2 Tortas Combo @$16 add up quickly, but the food is always consistently good. If you're coming in for tacos, take advantage of the Taco Tues specials, which change up a bit but can include rice & beans or just tacos. Tortas are filling so I kept it simple with Carne Asada and Chicken. The inside is kept clean and the fridge off to the side with all the beers is always calling my name.... I resisted the last 2 trips, but not sure how long I will be able to hold off!!! Until the next time, possibly lunch in coming weeks. read more

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This place is all right: three stars only for prompt, courteous service, and delicious food. So, I gather that this is a family owned business (?). However, just one--or maybe two--of these ( family ) workers speak English. This is very discouraging when you're ordering your food and these said people are not there. Not only do the other people NOT speak any English, but equally frustrating is that the menu--which is written in chalk on a baseboard behind and above the counter--is entirely in Spanish. Nothing is translated into English. read more

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Excellent service and amazing food. Stopped for an early lunch and was not disappointed. Wish we lived in town, because we would definitely come back! read more

Tortas El Guero - Two delicious tacos! - Sandwiches Near Me - Phoenix, Arizona

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A little expensive but I appreciate the chance to support a local family owned business and flex my horribly broken high school Spanish. My go-to is the Alambre de Pollo. read more

Came on my lunch break, and was pleasantly welcomed in by a lady and a man. They were really friendly, and made sure to let me know what was inside my torta when I ordered incase I wanted to make any changes. (Which I love) they have a nice space where you can sit and have your meals as well. My order didn't take too long, and it was really tasty! I love that they included salsas on the side as well. My only concern would be that the fries had a very strong taste of oil. Other than that my meal was delicious. read more

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Taco Tuesday Special - $11 for 5 tacos and a drink. Family run place, all three generations. Abuelita is the nicest and can take your order with a smile or make you killer tacos and tortas. Tacos are yummy are fresh. Top of your list for taco Tuesday - not a better deal in Phoenix. read more

Tortas El Guero - 5 tacos - Asada, Res, Pastor - Sandwiches Near Me - Phoenix, Arizona

I LOVED tortas el güero. First, my boyfriend and I accidentally got there as they were closing without realizing, they still took our order as a to-go order! The service is great and they were very kind. The tortas were SO good. If I was a phoenix local I would definitely visit often. The restaurant is a good size and is a casual Mexican restaurant. It's no wonder they get awarded best of Phoenix so often. read more

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I was embarrassed when I asked how long they'd been open and he said, "20 years!" Where have I been? This shop is clean and bright and does take out and eat in. I ordered a Cubano for my husband and another type of chicken sandwich for my son. They were both enormous and very well received. Each one came with fries that were cooked right and not mushy. They have a great selection of agua frescas. We got Jamaica which was cold and delicious. Service was fast and efficient and so sweet. This lovely elder woman offered to help me to my car with the order! ALSO, they DO take credit cards although I got cash before I went after reading other reviews. I believe there is a small fee but no big deal. We will go back. read more

Ordered (1) Torta Cubana, (1) Torta Asada and (2) Mango Agua Frescas The service was great! Very welcoming and fast on our order. Also liked that it was a really clean place. The bread for the tortas was soft with a crisp outside, which was perfect! We also loved that the tortas were not too messy or greasy and each torta order came with fries and sauce. The mango aguas frescas were very delicious and we liked how they were not too sweet. Would rate this a 4.5 only because it was a little on the pricier side. Total was about $50 for what we ordered. read more

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I'm really disappointed with my experience at Tortas El Güero. I checked online before heading out, and it said they closed at 6 PM. I drove 30 minutes to get food and tried calling several times along the way no one answered. When I finally arrived, the lady told me they decided to close early. No sign, no update online, no courtesy to answer the phone or let customers know. It's frustrating and honestly disrespectful to waste people's time like that, especially when they go out of their way to support your business. If you're going to close early, at least update your hours or answer the phone. Simple communication goes a long way. read more

Fantastic tacos and great service! We stopped here on the way home and were really looking forward to great tacos like Nana makes. We were not disappointed. Check this place out! read more

-Service was phenomenal! They were kind, helpful, & patient -The restaurant was clean, spacious, & you can sit wherever you like -I had a carne asada torta and it unfortunately, it was really subpar. There were many parts of the meat that weren't edible, they over load it with mayo, & something that makes a torta great is the bread and there was just nothing special about this one. -My friend had the cubano and they seemed to really enjoy theirs! read more

Tortas El Guero - two plates of food on a table - Sandwiches Near Me - Phoenix, Arizona

Wow, we're we impressed with this spot. Recommend to us by a friend and it is now one of our favorites. They have a big selection of tortas from Hawaiian to Alhambra. The tortas are huge and my gosh are full of flavor. We also ordered the tacos plate and the asada tacos were 10/10. The meat was so tender and flavorful these tacos are some of my tops in PHX. The rice and beans taste just like my grandmas and paired nicely with the salsa. If highly recommend if your wanting authentic Mexican food. read more

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TLDR: Tasty tortas in a fast casual setting. Great option for a quick lunch! Vibe: 4/5. Tortas El Guero is located in a nondescript strip mall with a few other businesses. Parking is plentiful, so you will have no problem getting in and out in a pinch. Inside has a fast casual setup, with a main counter for ordering and several 2 and 4 tops for dining in. Everything was very clean and well organized during our visit which was perfect for our impromptu lunch. The menu is displayed over the register. One small gripe is that I wish the overhead menu had a breakdown as to what is on each sandwich. I had to pull up the menu online to see what each sandwich entailed, as some include more than what their menu name entails. Service: 5/5. The Staff at Tortas El Guero were great! We were immediately greeted when we walked into the restaurant and they were very helpful in explaining the menu. They also brought our food out to our table when it was ready, not a necessity in a fast casual restaurant environment, but certainly a nice touch! Food: 5/5. The tortas and tacos are fantastic! My group of 4 opted to try the torta Cubana, al pastor tacos, carne asada tacos and the torta Pacifico. Everything came out at the same time piping hot and with lovely presentation. My cubana was generously filled with breaded steak, pork pierna, ham and gooey cheese. Each bite was insanely flavorful, with the bread being the perfect vehicle for the fillings due to its soft interior and crusty outside. The tacos were also a hit, as they were overflowing with meat and toppings that the 3 tacos are more than enough for the hungriest of eaters. Overall, TEG is the perfect spot for well executed, budget friendly Mexican eats, especially if you are short on time! read more

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Fast service. I had the Cuban sandwich which was recommended. It was good and I will go back. 10/10.

Local, casual family-run business that I appreciated hanging out at. Sweet lady who speak Spanish to you and manages the place will take your order. I got the asada torta for myself and the asada taco for my baby. The torta was quite satisfying and very juicy! It's probably the ideal food for when you are hungover. It does have quite a bit of grease on it so if that's not your jam, stay away. The taco was simple, with some meat, onions, and cilantro. The only reason I'm not giving four stars is that the torta is almost $20, which is quite a lot for a hole-in-the-wall Mexican street food meal. It certainly does not have enough meat or avocado to justify that. I am all for supporting local businesses with all of my heart, but not at ludicrous prices. Similar story with the taco - You can probably find a more hardy taco for less than $4 in the vicinity. read more

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Super recomendado este lugar, el servicio es muy bueno y rapido . El lugar muy limpio .Las personas que atienden son muy amables pero sobre todo esta riquisimo , es uno de esos lugares que si volverias siempre . Tortas el guero ... Muchas gracias por la atencion que recibimos y por la comida tan rica!!!! read more

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My first time having tortas! I ordered carne asada, and it was delicious. It's super filling, especially with fries. I popped in for a Friday lunch, and they were slow. There is tons of seating, casual, family friendly, and tv's around. The gentlemen working the counter were kind and helpful, offering recommendations. The food was made quickly. I'd definitely stop by again. read more

Service was great mom and pop restaurant literally felt like I was visiting abuelitas house.. older lady took our order you can tell she someone Spanish abuela and abuelito in the kitchen for the chef def gave me home feeling Food was great amazing every bite was flavorful from the carne asada to the Alpastor For the torta cubana man best torta I've had in a long time featured in the az times in 2020 I can see why with a side of fresco de piña def recommend Clean 10/10 Food 10/10 Price $$ Service 10/10 read more

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If you never had tortas this is the place to go I got the Al pastor torta and it was 10/10 everyone that works there super friendly feels like family ! Recommend Las tortas están al 100 read more

Tortas El Guero - Al pastor torta Torta de al pastor - Sandwiches Near Me - Phoenix, Arizona

Stop it. This place is a total gem. Their food is fresh, authentic and clearly full of love. They've been around for 23 years and I will visit them every time I'm in this part of town. read more

Tortas El Guero - Carna asada burrito and carna torta - Sandwiches Near Me - Phoenix, Arizona

Well this is an easy review. Simply said this is the freshest tastiest Mexican food of this kind. The Al Pastor is an explosion of flavor and you can taste the layers of fresh ingredients... very difficult to layer flavors in Mexican cuisine but they have mastered it. Must try the food is impeccable!!!!! read more

Just go and enjoy the best torta of your life. The place is family owned and operated and they're just the sweetest people.

Our first time here, the carne asada torta was hot off the grill. It was perfect I loved it. Great service read more

Tortas El Guero - Carne asada Torta - Sandwiches Near Me - Phoenix, Arizona

One of those neighborhood hole in the walls every one loves. Try a torta if you're really hungry, have someone to share it with or want something for later. They're huge! read more

So kind always amazing you're always clean and ready for your customers you guys are the best.

The tortas here are amazing, especially the alambre de pollo, cochinita, and the mind-meltingly good al pastor. Even the fries that come with most dishes are better than average crispy (though they're sometimes hit or miss). You can't wrong with anything here. Even the average at TEG is miles above most other places. The ambiance is laid back, clean, and surprisingly styley for a multi-generational family-run place. The only drawbacks are that they're kind of weird about taking cards for payment (they used to hide the card reader under the counter), and I could without the TVs playing Newsmax and OAN all the time. (I prefer my tortas sin fascist propaganda). read more

I was embarrassed when I asked how long they'd been open and he said, "20 years!" Where have I been? This shop is clean and bright and does take out and eat in. I ordered a Cubano for my husband and another type of chicken sandwich for my son. They were both enormous and very well received. Each one came with fries that were cooked right and not mushy. They have a great selection of agua frescas. We got Jamaica which was cold and delicious. Service was fast and efficient and so sweet. This lovely elder woman offered to help me to my car with the order! ALSO, they DO take credit cards although I got cash before I went after reading other reviews. I believe there is a small fee but no big deal. We will go back. read more

The carne asada torta was hands down the best torta I have ever had. How come nobody told me about this place! I will be back. Great service too. read more

The girl up front suggested the Cubana and it was AMAZING! It came with two sauces, fries and ketchup. 10/10 recommend The indoor seating area is large and family friendly. read more

Tortas El Guero - The Cubana - Sandwiches Near Me - Phoenix, Arizona

Amazing. One of the best tortas I've ever had. I've now been a handful of times after finding this place! So good. Very authentic. If you work close to PCH or at PCH come check this pace out. One tip is that they prefer cash and charge extra to use a credit card so just bring cash to make your life easier! read more

Tortas El Guero - Unbelievable torta. - Sandwiches Near Me - Phoenix, Arizona

Pastor tacos were amazing! Been in the valley my entire life and have tried thousands of tacos. These had so much flavor and were not over priced and the salsa was excellent! Highly recommend if in the area read more

Lunch here was great! We arrived a little after 11am so it wasn't at all busy. The cashier was very friendly and helped us right away. We ordered their quesadilla special which includes the quesadilla, rice, beans, and a canned soda. We then also ordered one torta de milanesa de pollo. We paid about $26 for the two plates and a canned soda. The salad bar was really clean and fully stocked and the dining area was clean. We sat down and about 10 minutes later the food was brought out to us. The torta was delicious! They have three different torta sizes. (mini, regular, large) The bread tasted homemade and the milanesa de pollo (breaded chicken) was perfectly flavored. The torta also came with seasoned French fries! The quesadilla was really good and the carne asada filling was delicious. The beans and rice were also very good. People started trickling in around noon, so it's definitely a lunch spot! Most definitely worth checking out if your in the area! read more

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The torta ahogada here is really good and it is hot. If spicy food is tough for you, I'd prob get something else on the menu (which I'm sure will still be great). But if you like spicy food and pork and stuff the ahogada is great and we should ahogada more things. The salsa has a lot of great flavor and the pork is tender. It's probably the best torta ahogada I've had (and I think I've had it at like 7 or 8 spots). read more

I was in the mood for a Torta and happen to be right by this place. Immediately as I walked in I was greeted by the cook and cashier. The location is wide open inside and clean. The torta I ordered was the Alambre de Res. Holly Molly was it freaking good! The beef was tender, the ingredients moist and juicy and the bread was super soft and warm. Just an awe moment having this Torta! I'll be back for more!!! read more

Tortas El Guero - $12.99 a torta is WORTH IT!!! So Good!!! - Sandwiches Near Me - Phoenix, Arizona

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This place is so delicious!! The best tortas in the valley!! We will be coming back soon. Fresh ingredients and amazing taste!!

If I could rate this place higher, I would. I blindly ordered the "Cubano" torta as recommended by one of the incredibly friendly employees. When I say that sandwich was perfect, it was PERFECT. The bread couldn't have been better, the meat was fantastic, and even the fries were great! Everyone working was in a great mood, very friendly, and the place is very nice and clean. I will definitely be back, and I'll be recommending their food to anyone who will listen! Thanks for the great lunch! read more

Tortas El Guero - Cubano torta A+++ - Sandwiches Near Me - Phoenix, Arizona

Amazing people and delicious food! Our family has been coming here for years and it never disappoints.

Great Find This was my first visit to Tortas El Guero but it won't be my last. The food is excellent and the staff are friendly and accomdating. . When you walk in, order at the counter and food is brought out to your table, and your entrée is served on a real breakable plates with silverware. There is a sauce bar with serval different sauces to try. On this visit I had The Cuban torta, beans, and rice and it was delicious. The meat was tender and flavorful, the bread was crispy and light, and the sauce was flavorful with just enough spice. If you're every in the area, stop by you wont be disappointed. read more

The best Tortas I've ever had. Seriously. We stopped here after getting beers at Wren Brewing! Great combo. read more

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