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    Zocalo

    4.8 (174 reviews)
    Closed 9:30 am - 9:30 pm

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    What's the vibe?
    Moderate noise
    Dogs allowed
    Outdoor seating

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    Breakfast burrito delicious
    Neluta G.

    One of the best breakfast burritos I had, small place, they allowed us on the patio with the dogs. Everything was made to order, e got there around 10 AM when they opened. A must if you are in the area.

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    Blu M.

    Definitely one of the best places you can eat in IV! Zocalo is a reliable spot you can get tasty Mexican food and sit with friends! Super affordable and portions are HUGE! You will never leave feeling hungry. If anything, you'll leave with a to go box in hand! My boyfriend and I stopped in here the other night to get a quick late night meal. We wanted something super filling, and burritos always come to mind. We got there about 45 minutes before close, so it wasn't busy! The staff were super helpful and our food was done within 10 minutes! I got the choriqueso burrito and my boyfriend got the protein burrito. The choriqueso was so good! For starters, it was massive and weighed a ton. The flavor was there, not too salty and they did not skimp on the protein. The chorizo was super flavorful and I love that they crisped the cheese inside. Super melty but had texture at the same time! I also added guacamole to the burrito which was fantastic too. My boyfriend enjoyed his burrito as well! He got asada and birria as the protein options. I had a bite and it was super tasty!! Overall, one of the only spots in IV with good quality food that's tasty and filling! Definitely a must visit spot :)

    Enchiladas Suizas
    Bryan C.

    Cheese so unmelted, I can still see the strands of cheese. I can almost tell which brand you used. How can enchiladas have unmelted cheese? Update: they kindly offered a refund and a change of dish, I was just disappointed when I brought the plate to gf but she's happier now ! Thanks.

    Breakfast Burrito
    Jorge H.

    I ordered a breakfast burrito to go, and I was worried it might turn soggy. Surprisingly, it held its shape perfectly, even after being refrigerated for 24 hours. When I reheated it in the microwave the next day, it was still firm and not soggy at all, pretty impressive!

    Strawberry Mint Cooler (Sips were taken!)
    Annie L.

    I'm so glad I tried this place before I graduated!! Eating here was such a pleasant experience and if I ever visited the area again, I would make a stop here. I came by with a friend for lunch and I ordered the quesabirria and a strawberry mint agua fresca. The quesabirria came out piping hot and with more than enough consome and was delectable!! The agua fresca was also delicious and refreshing. To make the whole experience better, the workers are super sweet, friendly, and easy to talk to. There's a good amount of seating indoors and outdoors! The place is cute and I would totally recommend to others :))

    The BBB
    Savvie's C.

    the food is soo yum! The guy at the counter was so nice!!! love the comforting vibe in the place too ! overall super good!

    Breakfast Burrito
    Johana H.

    Stopped by to get a breakfast burrito. Really friendly staff and there was plenty of seating. I enjoyed their breakfast burrito even though it didn't bring everything I usually like in one. However, the downfall was they didn't wrap the burrito good enough and it fell apart. So I didn't get to fully enjoy it as a burrito, more like a burrito bowl. Overall though pretty good.

    Torta Mexicana
    Sophia U.

    Man this place was bomb! Very authentic and well portioned and priced . The salsa was very good. My friend got the quesabirrias and they were also very tasty

    Quesabirria
    Kelly A.

    I had the opportunity to finally visit Zocalo for breakfast after hearing amazing things about this place and boy was I not disappointed! First off my son and I love our salsa and merengue music and as we were walking into the restaurant we gravitated by the fun salsa music that was playing inside. It gave it such a warm welcome right off the bat. The restaurant was very clean and a good amount of room to sit. The staff was patient and friendly allowing us time to ask questions on our selections and asking for recommendations. We finally decided on the horchata latte, queso birria, huevos rancheros and chilaquiles. Although my fiancé was not a big fan of the chilaquiles, but my son and I absolutely loved our selections. The consume accompanied the queso birria so perfectly that it was easily sipped all on its own. My huevos rancheros had that perfect crunch and I loved that it was not soggy due to the sauce. I am not ashamed to say that I devoured the entire plate. We will definitely be coming back for some delicious breakfast. I will even stop by just for that horchata latte alone. I am really picky with my coffee and the problem I've had with other horchata lattes is that it is too milky and no taste of coffee. This one was made just right and not overpowered with milk at all.

    Quesabirria

    adrian is the best employee you probably have. he was sooo helpful and friendly. he is awesome!!!

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    Such awesome flavor the breakfast burrito is so bomb great vibes great people great vibes great people

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    Best Mexican food in IV!!! The family who works here is super kind and the breakfast burrito is the best breakfast burrito I have ever had

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    The drinks, food and service are always good! Breakfast burrito with steak is my favorite. Love this place!

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    The food is delicious. The tacoquesobirria is super delicious. The service is great. I really recommend this place.

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