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    XOLO Taco

    3.7 (60 reviews)
    Open 12:00 pm - 10:00 PM

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    Casual
    Good for kids
    Dogs allowed

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    Churro with ice cream and caramel sauce
    Amanda L.

    We stayed at the Marriott hotel across the street. We were waiting for our room to be ready, so we went here for lunch. The restaurant is tucked away in a hallway of sorts. Most of the tables are outside with some fans /air flow but pretty hot. We luckily found a table available (one of three) inside with air conditioning. However, the interior smelled like bleach. There was only one cook and one waitress, so it took a while for our food. The food was okay but lacked flavor and was disappointing. My husband is from California, so we know fresh Mexican flavor. We all ordered different tacos (carnitas, carne, and ground beef). We ordered the guacamole and chips as an appetizer). We had to ask for salt to add flavor to everything. The kids did love the churros. If you're looking for something simple and affordable then check this place out. Otherwise, there are more delicious choices in the area.

    Main entry and bar
    Ahad D.

    Taco your homies, this is a gif send on a beach day in Condado. The menu hits several classics and the decor is like a journey into Mexico at Epcot (over the top hut representing

    Chelsea S.

    Great food and friendly service. We were so happy to see they had a vegan menu since my fiancé is vegetarian. Their guacamole was amazing.

    Hari R.

    We came at the closing of the restaurant and they accommodated us. They offered us the to go options. We ordered Pastor Quesadillas, Carnitas Bowl, Asada Bowl and Birria. The food was decent and the ambience is casual. The prize is reasonable.

    Aluizio B.

    Great spot for a quick bite! The Mexican food here has a fantastic Puerto Rican twist that makes it stand out. However, I have an important recommendation: every single item on the menu should include a detailed description. We ordered "carnitas" quesadillas, assuming they were made with beef since that's common in some parts of New Jersey and New York. However, in Puerto Rico, "carnitas" refers to pork. My wife, who does not eat pork for religious reasons, accidentally ate a piece. When I informed the waiter, he kindly made a beef version for us, which was great, but we were still charged for the original one--which is fine, I wasn't going to argue over $16. The issue is that the menu only specifies pork for carnitas in the taco section, not in the quesadilla section. This kind of oversight can lead to serious problems if the wrong person eats something they avoid due to religious, dietary, or allergy-related reasons. Given that your clientele isn't exclusively local, I strongly recommend adding descriptions to every dish to prevent confusion. Otherwise, the food and service were great!

    Beautiful artwork.
    Matthew W.

    Order took a while but I was warned. I had takeout. Containers were good kept the food contained for a half mile stroll back to the apartment. They missed packing my two drinks. I should have checked. The area is super nice. Such potential. I observed several patrons having to go into the kitchen area to get their drinks refilled. The fish tacos had a good spice but were over fried. The guacamole was ok but lacked any flavor. The chips were not fresh. No hot sauce was provided. Not a good value for the money, essentially since I did not receive $7 worth of drinks. The Mediterranean restaurant next door is a way better option.

    Tri Q.

    First place my fiancé and I decided to try that was "reasonably" priced turned out to be quite expensive. I don't appreciate it when someone thinks I'm dumb enough to not notice that the bill for 4 tacos and a soda and water was $50 because the server decided to give herself a generous tip. She didn't even mention it but then turned the machine around which requested another tip. I called her out on it and said, you want another tip on top of the tip you gave yourself already??? She just smiled. I pressed skip. But had no option to remove her auto 18% added. Food is average and took forever to come out. Avoid the tourist traps. I hate places like this. We come here to bring tourism money to your island and you think we're just stupid tourists to be taken advantage of.

    Dan S.

    Very surprised more people haven't reviewed this on Yelp. Because it had "one of the best burritos I've ever had" said my dining mate. A carnitas one full of cheese and lettuce and "Waka waka" sauce. But really everything we had was great. From the guacamole to the margaritas to my Burris tacos. Friendly service without being too rushed. We were on island time. Just a great place for lunch or dinner. Good for takeout too. Don't miss it on this busy street. It's a true find.

    birria tacos
    Sophia N.

    Taco shop in a cute alley in San Juan. This was my first meal after arriving to San Juan so I was looking for something quick. I got the birria tacos which hit the spot but were a little smaller than what I was hoping for. The plates are snack size so you will probably need 2-3 plates to feel satisfied.

    Vegan Tinga Tacos
    Caroline W.

    BEST FOOD IN SAN JUAN! I visited here and got a table inside. The staff was so friendly and welcoming. Our server was Luis, he was great. There's plenty of seating outside and a small indoor area. We ordered the vegan Tinga tacos and the Asada de Res. Absolutely so delicious. The vegan tacos were perfectly made with the best combination of toppings. Two tacos was perfect. We also got two bottles of waters which they brought with a cup of ice and a lime. They have a wide selection of beers and sodas. If you're in town you must go!

    Dry no flavor I asked for sauce but still couldn't eat it.

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    The food wasn't good! We got tostadas and they were very small! Had to pay extra for lettuce, onions etc. We wouldn't come again.

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    Very slow service. Food was bland and portions were far too small. Left feeling Disappointed.

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    Expensive tacos and the chips and salsa were a bust too. I wouldn't go back. Not worth the price.

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    The staff was great and friendly. I love their chicken tanga burrito. First time I've had it and would order it again!!!

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    Vegan and non vegan options were great. Tasty and good atmosphere. Service was great.

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    Terrific little spot tucked off the main road. Great food, lovely staff. Good selection and reasonable portions. Must visit!

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    Review Highlights - XOLO Taco

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    4.6(283 reviews)
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    This place is kinda spartan, first-come, outside , but mostly under a covering, tables. It is among…read morefast food restaurant chains in this hood, but this is an interesting original. We waved as we walked in to a waiter, pointed to a seemingly available picnic table, and he waved that we were good to go, so we sat right away, at 7:45p...after that more tables opened up. Drinks: 1. Pina colada - no bueno...like a coconut ice, not pina colada. 2. Passion fruit juice with fresh mint - delicious! 3. Cherry juice drink with alcohol - wife liked it, and I thought it was good. Appetizers: 1. Beef empanadas- I thought the crust overpowered the meat and onion, but daughter and wife loved it. 2. Nachos - terrible. Chips were stale and cheese/beans covering was bare, but then they gave us additional refried beans in a little cup, and straight I thought the refried beans were delicious. 3. Baha fish tacos - phenomenal!!! Entrees: 1 Chicken fajitas: disappointing. The spicing was off, on the chicken, and the guacamole was mostly sour cream. 2. Steak fajitas: very good and way better than the chicken Service was quick and the staff knew their stuff, but it took a long time to get the bill because other tables came in.

    The atmosphere is really great with chill, welcoming vibes. Service staff is friendly and…read moreattentive. The Baja fish tacos are amazing. Fresh and crispy, delightful. Get them.

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    Sinaloa Marisqueria

    4.7(35 reviews)
    1.7 km

    Great spot for dinner. We were looking for a change of pace for dinner while in San Juan for a…read moreholiday weekend and decided to stop in for dinner. The server was accommodating and got us a seat for our party of 4 very quickly. I believe it was a one man show that night and he was running between all the tables, but was very efficient and had a great attitude which made any waiting we might've had to do worth while. The inside was clean and had a good vibe with nice music playing. Our table shared as an appetizer the green chile ceviche, which was very good and could itself be enough for a main meal for two people. My wife got the quesa-birria tacos and I got the governor shrimp tacos. All were great meal choices, the tacos were stuffed with meat and very filling. A great spot for people looking for some tasty Mexican food in San Juan.

    Entramos por casualidad, pero quedamos encantados!! El sazón de la comida estaba bien rica, creo…read moreque cualquier mexicano estaría feliz aquí. Ordenamos las tostadas de camarones (mi plato favorito), tacos de pescado, y los frijoles. Todo estaba sabroso. Las porciones y el precio eran muy razonables. El lugar no tiene mucho espacio, pero atienden bien rápido. Solo que los asientos son muy altos, así que no lo recomiendo para familias con niños chiquitos. Great food! Recommend the shrimp tostadas. The order of beans was also good, reminded me of my childhood meals lol. Space is tight, but you'll get seated quickly as the staff are pretty attentive. Prices are pretty reasonable and the portions are fair.

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    We had an amazing meal at La Madre! We ordered the chicken tacos, chicken broth soup, chicken and…read moreshrimp fajitas, cheese quesadilla, fresh watermelon juice, and a watermelon margarita. Every single dish was excellent, flavorful, and perfectly prepared. The service was friendly and attentive, and the atmosphere was vibrant and welcoming. If you're looking for great Mexican food in Old San Juan, La Madre is definitely worth a visit.

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    El Axolote - Tinga tacos

    El Axolote

    4.1(65 reviews)
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    El axolote is located in one of the most beautiful neighborhoods surrounded by color murals and…read moreartwork. We were craving some street style tacos and saw the great reviews from my fellow yelpers! We enjoyed the shredded tinga tacos and the carne asada. I preferred the carne asada over the shredded tinga tacos. The queso was pretty good but probably would have been worth it to add the chorizo for a little extra flavor. The chips were a little thicker than I prefer, but definitely hand made in the restaurant. The service was great, all of the employees were so nice and we got our drinks and food quickly! Seating is indoor and outdoor. This restaurant would be good for larger groups as they have some larger tables. We will be back! There was plenty of street parking, but no dedicated parking lot.

    I had a really excellent lunch here after exploring a bit around San Juan. I was able to be seated…read moreimmediately and ordered a Michelada, chips and salsa, and the tinga tacos. Prices are all very reasonable. Most tacos are around $15 for three and come with a generous portion of rice and beans. The michelada was good and the chips and salsa were a phenomenal app for only $2. They gave three types of salsa, all were excellent but my favorite was the salsa verde. Portion was very generous - it could have been half the size and I would still say it was a good value. Tacos were filling and warm. The rice was a little bland I thought, but was a nice accompaniment nonetheless. The corn tortillas fell apart a bit but the filling was sooo delicious that I ended up just eating it separately. The place itself is really cool on the inside with a lot of interesting art. I wish they had wifi so I could have sat and hung out for a bit! Would definitely go back.

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    Nómada Cocina Mexicana

    4.7(3 reviews)
    0.8 km

    O M G Yes that's…read morehow this review starts! Lol amazing food. Our hotel did not have room service so we opted for Uber eats and let me tell you!! This food was soooooo good! They delivered fast each time we had it 2 nights in a row. If you are visiting PR and are wanting authentic tacos and burritos - look no further! The flavor was truly like no other. I don't even look at burritos in America the same. The sauces were hand made everything was made to order. Without needing to repeat myself for a 3rd time - this is where you want to go if you are in the mood for tacos and or burritos! Lol Not too sure of the ambiance as I did not visit the actual store so the environment could not be predicted BUT I'm sure of the appearance and display of the food presentation it too had to be top notch. Very clean and classy. Definitely going back when I can. Hope they can bring this to the states (yes I know they are apart of us) would love to see this restaurant as a chain locally!

    Solid food. Ordered two orders of the three tacos of choice. The tortillas taste handmade. I…read moreordered two chicken poblano and one short rib. They did mess up the order. The second order was supposed to be two short rib but we received two chicken poblano. It worked out in our favor. The chicken poblano tacos were superior to the short rib. The short rib was kind of dry. The chicken was super juicy and the poblano sauce elevated the flavor. The Salsa Verde was the perfect accompaniment. The radishes were also refreshing. I like this place.

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    3.5(323 reviews)
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    We came here for a late lunch on a Thursday. There were 9 of us (including two small children), and…read moreit was between the lunch and dinner hours so it was not busy. We were brought chips and salsa to munch on while we perused the menu. The chips were stale and definitely not fresh. I liked the salsa, but just a heads up that it's a bit spicy. The food was great other than this. Three of our party had the Tri-Juana which was a taco, burrito, and enchilada. I was told the taco shell was stale, but it was otherwise good. Three of our party had soup (I didn't get any pictures), and they said it was really good. I had the Chicken Enchiladas with Mole Poblano sauce. I thought this was incredible. The flavor was rich, and the shredded chicken was cooked just right. It came with rice and refried beans which were also delicious. Most of us had margaritas as well. Their margarita menu is huge. I had the Caribbean Rita was refreshing and hit the spot perfectly. I would definitely have this one again. The reason for the 4 stars instead of 5 was because even though our server was very friendly, the service was incredibly slow. We'd been there for 30 minutes before we even ordered our drinks and food. Our server was visibly busy managing many other tables. I imagine the other servers had been cut due to the time of day, but it was frustrating. (That and the stale chips). The ambiance was nice, and the location right inside the mall, close to the airport, was ideal. I would definitely go back, but I would want to try another time of day to see if the negative factors from today would be better.

    Both the food and the drinks were delicious. The atmosphere is really enjoyable. Our server,…read moreFrancisco, took great care of us, his recommendations for both food and drinks, along with his friendly approach, made our dinner even more enjoyable. My only criticism is that the restroom was quite dirty. If they pay more attention to that, they definitely deserve 5 stars!

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