Besides the wait the tacos were great. Warm food nice chips and guacamole. Good service nice people

Barrio is slipping further down the hill. It was once such a vibrant, zesty, and fun experience. I've gone here for years. My last few visits were just awful. Terrible quality, service issues, long wait. It's nothing like the original Barrio. Like I'd love to support local and Barrio, but it's now consistently a horrible experience. This time, I arrived during the early afternoon when the place was almost empty. Ordered queso blanco, sassy pineapple drink, and tacos. Sassy pineapple was extremely diluted equivalent to drinking water. I don't know how serving something so watered down is acceptable. I waited patiently for tacos and received unexpected tacos - 3 instead of 4, hard shell instead of soft shell, very soupy. I don't know how the order derailed because there were only a handful of people in the establishment. The order was most certainly not mine, but they never found the original owner. The wait staff was nowhere to be found so when they eventually arrived, I just asked to pay out and refused the order of tacos. There was no "sorry" or offer to fix it. I went next door and supported another restaurant. When I announced to them I'll be doing that, they were very supportive. Barrio is just a huge disappointed. Wait time and service friendliness improved a tad bit but the quality is just awful. No offer for service recovery, no attentiveness, wrong orders and terrible drinks. I won't be dining here again. I'm sorry to see the establishment deteriorate and hope the ownership improves the experience. Cedar Fairmount has plenty of quality restaurants. I'm sorry to say that Barrio isn't one. Terrible decline. Support other restaurants in the area, skip this one read more

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Very good restaurant, only negative I could say is when we walked in they had zero customers, and it took way too long for us to get seated. Also they have a little thing that looks like back in the day to fill out your test for school don't like that but it is what it is. My bowl was really good. 10/10 for the food. 7/10 for the service. read more

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My family and I decided to order takeout from Barrio Tacos, and the order was supposed to be ready at the pre-decided time but was not by the time we got there. We waited thirty minutes for the food, and had to ask multiple times to check on our food, where the workers told us that they were about to finish up with our order, but that was not true, since we waited even longer. Because they kept telling us our order was almost done even though it was not, we waited longer than we would have. When we finally received it, there were missing items, so we went back into the restaurant to ask for them. They did not apologize and it took more time to have the items remade. Mostly, I am baffled by the lack of customer service attitude and felt that the workers were dismissive of their mistake that cost us our time. The tacos got soggy after our long wait. read more

Stopped in for a margarita. Stayed for a second, added some yummy dessert and definitely going back. The drinks were amazing. Our server Ember was attentive, friendly and very knowledgeable about everything from the foo I have your glasses read more

Waitress was inattentive, we told her it was our first visit but it didn't matter. We had to send someone else for her to come to the table. Not impressed read more

Barrio Tacos Cleveland Heights - Cola marinated steak a little tough, the chicken tacos however were amazing. - Tacos Near Me - Cleveland Heights, Ohio

There has been a drop in quality and service. I was there today and the chips were oily not crispy. My order was lost in the system. The waiter came back after 30 minutes and asked what I ordered. I had to fill out the form again. Then a manager came by and asked what I ordered because my order was lost...again filled out the form. When the food finally arrived it was dry and didn't have the salsas I requested. Of course I was charged for the original order that I didn't receive. The waiter avoided us until we finally got to look at him. Not going back! read more

Barrios in Cleveland Heights has quickly become one of my favorite spots in the area. The atmosphere is vibrant and energetic--perfect for a casual night out or meeting up with friends. The interior has a trendy, urban vibe with fun murals and lively music that adds to the experience without being overwhelming. The tacos are consistently creative and flavorful, and I love the build-your-own option. Their chips and queso are dangerously addictive, and the margaritas are always on point--especially the jalapeño one if you like a little kick. Service is usually fast and friendly, even during busy times. There's a good mix of indoor and outdoor seating, and during warmer months, the patio is a great place to hang out. Highly recommend if you're in the area and craving great tacos in a fun, laid-back setting! read more

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This place is definitely hit or miss. It's our work lunch go-to but service and food are a toss-up each time. Get the queso, it's straightforward in flavor, liquid cheese nothing fancy but manages to stay liquid throughout your meal and I'm here for it. If you want added texture and don't mind the carbs, get the stoner queso, with a scoop of their rice in the cheese. Chips are unlimited (plus) and fried in house (plus). For any other millennials, be prepared to revisit our trusty scantron, as placing your order requires a form and pencil. Fill out your order as you custom-select your taco choices/combinations. I've mastered my order but as mentioned, if it comes out as epic as it's placed is a question every time. For the tortilla, I prefer the green goddess (soft flour tortilla "glued" to a hard taco shell with queso and guac). Preferred fillings include pico de Gallo and for proteins, the braised short rib or the chorizo. Sometimes your food is hot, sometimes there isn't enough fillings, and sometimes your chorizo looks like a meatball. The restaurant is relaxed with sports on tv and loud punk alt music on. When it's good-it's good, the place will have you going back trying to mimic the last time service was on point and food was hot but a couple let downs in a row will have you looking elsewhere till your cravings come back. read more

They open at 11 but aren't really happy to see you coming in at 11. Mind you my order was set for pick up at1:20pm and I got it at 1:52pm. Nachos were stale and covered in cold cheese sauce. Sat at the bar where workers would walk by, look and say nothing. Been here in the evening before and it was nice, although I dined in that time. Maybe they need better supervision earlier on in the day. Chicken bacon ranch bowl is pretty good but not good enough to not go to chipotle across the street where their a lot quicker. read more

We stopped here before heading back to Arizona, food, atmosphere and service was amazing. Highly recommend!

Their pulled pork is so good!! All of their queso is delicious. The tortillas chips are definitely homemade and salted perfectly that makes you want to go back for more! read more

Barrio is a staple in Cleveland for quick, cheap tacos and margaritas. We like that you can customize your own tacos or choose from premade selections! I would say they everything is pretty standard, good but nothing that stands out as particularly special. I love sitting out on the patio during the warm months! I have gotten charged differently for different menu options (e.g., sometimes I get charged for rice on tacos, sometimes I don't), but since the food is cheap it's not a huge deal. read more

Got food to go. Came out with the bag covered in sauce. Waitress says "it got water on it so....yeah". Bring it home - Ice cold. Like was left out. Also left out one of the three tacos I ordered and all the sides. Great work. read more

When in the mood for Mexican, this is a fun place to go. Especially if you like to have more options and not be limited in your orders. You get a list and create your own for them to make in the back. The meats are great and the produce tastes fresh. If you are looking for a quick point and order this may not be the place. But if you are willing to be adventurous and try out the different order list, you will not be disappointed with the great food. The Barrio has a fun cinco da mayo feel to the atmosphere. Generally a younger crowd it seems. The drink menu is fun. There is a lot of good energy to the place. Come check it out with some friends. read more

I love barrio, always have had a great meal there! I love the chips and salsa that comes out before. Then the tacos are absolutely amazing. I always make my own, and the Thai chili tofu you definitely have to get it's hands down the best! read more

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After waiting for over and hour for my to go order and spending $80 at the bar. I was told by Brett T the manger there was nothing he can do in the way of compensation. Then when I asked to see the manger by the girl that brought out my foor I was told to lower my voice. Which just escalated the situation. Why would a manger send another employee send someone out to speak to a customer already angry. Thats shows his ability as a manger. After being surrounded by at least 5 employees in an attempt to intimidate that didn't work and made me even more angry nothing was done to resolve the situation. Don't eat here save your money. read more

Great atmosphere, service, and exceptional food! Barrio made it in our MUST VISIT list for every time we're in Cleveland! read more

Barrio Tacos Cleveland Heights - Build your own tacos was such a fun and delicious experience! - Tacos Near Me - Cleveland Heights, Ohio

Amazing place! When we got here we were seated with very little time wasted. The food was amazing, I recommend the smash burger with rice on the side. We were seated outside and there was a small water fall and we took some pictures near it for memorabilia. Also the server Jared was very nice and took very good care of us we will definitely be coming back! read more

Great place for cheap tacos and margaritas, they had lots of options of margarita rims and flavors to choose from, and plenty of queso/dip options. All in all it's probably more of a hangout spot for drinks and munchies, not necessarily a place for a full meal, and definitely not legit Mexican food, but great for snacking. Free chips and salsa just for sitting down, so even if you just get one dip to share, I thought it was totally worth it. Most of the seating is bar/counter seating, but there are also some tables. Large location and could seat a lot of people. Margaritas were very tasty and refreshing. Server was very attentive and came by very quickly. read more

Look familiar... ya..Condado-like little Taco & Tequila spot. Bustling with a college aged crowd, it was lively and vibrant. Loud and noisy, but unless you are looking for a romantic evening, this place can suit your style. Tacos are either predesigned with some creative ingredients that compliment each other, or you create your own spicy, sweet or savory result. We started with the Chorizo Queso which could have been served much warmer and with much more meat...it was ok. The chips are those thick ones with no salt, purely a preference if you like them. I don't. My soft flour tacos were filled but not with much of the protein I selected. More the veggie options. The staff is genuinely perky and positive, apologizing when necessary so perhaps I will return to give them another shot. BTW, they do NOT state some terms that should be stated...What exactly is the upcharge for additional choices and if you want sauces beyond 2, there is a charge. read more

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I love that you can choose everything that you want on your taco and how many tacos you want. They have unique guacamoles that are always very flavorful and the chips are always crispy. The gochujang bbq tofu was great with the barrio slaw, beer braised black beans, caramelized onions and poblanos, and cilantro lime aioli. The chorizo was seasoned great and went well with the onion, cilantro, lettuce and chipotle honey bbq. read more

Barrio Tacos Cleveland Heights - Chorizo taco and Gochujang BBQ Tofu taco - Tacos Near Me - Cleveland Heights, Ohio

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The service was great but the tortilla chips were unbelievably stale so were the tortilla shells that came with my tacos, and the ingredients inside were so sad. How someone could make that taco and send it out blows my mind. I wish barrio would do everyone a favor and just close this location read more

Barrio is a Cleveland Heights staple! Located right in the Cedar Fairmount district, up the hill from CWRU and the hospitals, this place is a great spot to stop by after work or class and catch up with friends over some margs and tacos. Their menu is design your own taco, with a variety of proteins and toppings that are a quick bite while drinking some delicious drinks. At usually under $4 a taco, they are reasonably priced. I like their pitchers of margarita; with a few fruit flavors to choose from, it's a great choice for sitting out on the patio with some friends on a nice night. Staff is always so so nice, more than happy to split bills, and always super friendly. read more

My family and I ordered take out from Barrio recently and the quality was abysmal. After being told the order would be ready in 15 minutes it ended up being close to an hour. This wouldn't have been a major issue, however, the food was completely cold when we received it. The tortillas were soaked through and the fillings themselves were cold. We ended up composting the majority of the order. The plus side was that the manager was very understanding and refunded the meal. Their takeout has been lacking lately, but this by far was the worst we've experienced unfortunately. I recommend dining in for Barrio rather than taking out. read more

This is THE place for happy hour, which is every weekday from 5-7pm. The margaritas are half off (so like $3 each) and the tacos are a dollar off which means like $2-$4. I really like some of their signature tacos- my favorite being La Tierra. It's spicy with some delicious coca cola marinated steak and has a lot of flavor. The margaritas are also bomb. They have some unique flavors to choose from including pear, gauva, raspberry, and i love mixing mango and jalapeño! Since the happy hour is only at the bar and high tops, It can really get crowded in those areas at times. read more

Barrio Tacos Cleveland Heights - Strawberry and guava house margarita - Tacos Near Me - Cleveland Heights, Ohio

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Our nephew pointed us to this place and we were happy he did. We got here early enough on a Friday to get the happy hour pricing for both the margaritas and the tacos. We sat at the bar where this pricing was in force (I guess the regular dining room doesn't have this special pricing). I tried a couple of unusual flavored margaritas - which I no longer remember but I do know they were good. They had a really big selection. When it came to food I did not create my own taco but I had one of their specials with pork belly and the other was bacon focused (see a theme here?). I liked them both. My wife liked her taco selections too. The bartenders were super friendly and attentive despite being crazy busy. I am glad we got here early because by the time we left it was packed. read more

What I can say! It's such a great taco place to gather hang out have a drink or simply have great tacos in your neighborhood! I love barrio ever since they opened their first location and I would pray that they would open one closer and indeed they did! For me when I can't make up my mind it's always barrio! You can build your own taco! You can get the one they suggest! They have seasonal tacos every month also with seasonal queso and guacamole! And they have really variety of sauces and my favorite is Carolina reaper because I love my stuff extra extra hot!!!!! You can't go wrong with barrio personally for me! Their margaritas are great! Environment is great and so different! Food is awesome! read more

I came back during the current pandemic and they're now reopened. The food was soooo good and again, I'm so thankful for the vegan options. It was just so difficult to make a phone order, so please have someone answer the phone and actually take our order if you can or make it so we can order online on the website. Otherwise the food was amazing and the margaitas Togo were also so good! Thanks again!! read more

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My husband and I stopped in and were pleasantly surprised. We were there for brunch in a Saturday. He raved about the cheddar jalapeño biscuit with chorizo gravy. He also enjoyed the sangria. I took a sip and found it to be a little sweet for my taste... but I thought my margarita was also a tad too sweet. The chili lime salt rim really upped my margarita a notch. I created two tacos. I loved the innards but my poor corn tortillas started falling apart quickly. It appears they needed to be heated up a little more before being filled with goodies. I did require my food to be gluten free so I don't know if the non heated/minimally heated tortillas were to avoid cross contamination or not but it could use improvement. Also, we'll be bringing our own silverware next time. The plastic sporks didn't cut it for us. read more

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This was the first time I have ordered catering from Barrio. They were great to work with! The team was very responsive and accommodating with my requests. Additionally, they helped carry everything out to my car without me asking. If you are looking for some good Mexican food for catering, I would recommend Barrio! read more

Barrio Tacos Cleveland Heights - a table full of food and condiments - Tacos Near Me - Cleveland Heights, Ohio

$28 for a double of Knob Creek. That's 3oz if they actually use that as their default double. An entire bottle is $38. Most places in Cleveland Heights don't charge that much for Bookers or other high-end bourbon. Talk about gouging. I can confidently state that I'll never go to a Barrios in any location around this city again. Greedy, gouging, over-priced. read more

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Welcome back!!!! Barrio in Cleveland Heights reopened this week with new precautions, new staff, and new energy! As with lots of businesses adjusting to new safety precautions (which we are all very appreciative of), I finally got my Barrio Tacos fixed after so long! For a quick, relatively inexpensive taco bar with an awesome vibe, I'm satisfied! They have new staff and training new workers - who were super friendly. At the bar, they have clear plastic barriers separating parties which was a nice touch. All the workers wore masks and they offered hand sanitizers to customers coming in. My favorite which they still offer is happy hour from 4-7pm! 1/2 off margaritas, $1 off tacos, and $1 off beers! My 3 custom tacos were perfect with regards to how I ordered. Only complaint was that my chicken taco was a bit dry, but chicken in most tacos tend to be like that. As they continue to smooth out all the technicalities of reopening and the necessary precautions, I will be back and will bump the stars up! Support your local businesses and workers too! read more

Barrio Tacos Cleveland Heights - Happy hour 1/2 off margaritas and $1 off tacos! - Tacos Near Me - Cleveland Heights, Ohio

While I love barrio in general, this review is for barrio catering. Recently I had catered from barrio for a party of approximately 25 people. The process for catering with barrio was unbelievably simple. Their catering menu is available online, so I emailed them my order only 3 days prior to the date. I put the specifications in the email including time of pick up/location and any modifications I wanted. The staff responded promptly with a quote. We corresponded a little with further questions, and within 24 hours my order was finalized. On pick up of the food, the staff helped me load everything into my car. Everything was perfectly packaged including extra utensils, bowls, napkins, etc. they even provided warmers for the food and detailed instructions on how to reheat the food if needed. Overall, the process was incredibly simple, the staff were very pleasant, and barrio made the catering process very easy. Would definitely recommend their catering service! read more

Barrio is a decent spot for tacos and margaritas. I recommend going on taco Tuesday, when there are deals on both. They have many different marg flavors, and a selection of different salts/sugars for the rim - I have enjoyed every combo I've tried so far, with the blood orange margarita with chili lime salt being one of my favorites! Tacos are also yummy, but often overstuffed and messy to eat. Another caveat is that it gets very busy on tuesdays, and you can only get happy hour prices in certain areas of the restaurant (meaning you will likely either have to wait for a spot or end up paying a little more) Overall I am still a fan, though, and would recommend trying it out sometime! read more

First time ever eating here not just the location but place as well get home put a movie on and start eating with my 4 year old just to find a staple in my food..‍ I'm not the type to complain or write a review but what if my baby ate that??? Smh I'm so mad. If I could give 0 stars I would. read more

Barrio Tacos Cleveland Heights - Ballpark Nachos (D, GF) - Tacos Near Me - Cleveland Heights, Ohio

Tres Amigos: Overpriced for Decreased Portion Sizes It is $16.25 for the Tres Amigos, which allows you to select 3 dips with chips. I've gotten takeout of this in the past many times, but the portion sizes of the dips have shrunk immensely. They are 3.5 oz cups. They give a generous amount of chips but it's way out of proportion for the little cup sizes that look like they could be a side cup size. The 3 dips are barely enough for one person. I'm not sure if it's also this small for dining in. Regardless, it would've been cheaper to get a side of queso for $2, the salsa roja for $0.50, and a side of guacamole for $2, plus a few orders of chips. Literally could've gotten like 2 side portions of each of those dips (assuming each side portion is a 2oz cup) plus chips and it would've been more food and better value. The salsa roja was also filled 2/3 of the way. For the cheapest house salsa that is complimentary for dine-in and $2.50 as an app portion, I would want the 3.25oz cup to be full. This is definitely not worth paying for. Neither the online nor order online menu specified the decreased sizes or how much you get. If I had known, I would not have ordered this and would've just gotten the three dips separately. I would rather go to Chipotle at this point since I think their guac is terrific and it is a much better value. read more

Barrio Tacos Cleveland Heights - Many more chips than dips; maybe 2oz of salsa - Tacos Near Me - Cleveland Heights, Ohio

This was honestly one of the worst Mexican restaurants I have ever been to. Margs had a weird taste, the cheese dip was bland, and our 6 tacos were basically inedible. So so bad. read more

Nick was the most amazing server I've had in recent memory. He explained exactly where sugars could be sourced in the cocktails I inquired about so I could accurately remove them to accommodate my bum pancreas! He was attentive and knowledgeable when many places would've just sort of said "oh okay" and not changed anything in a sugary pre-made marg. The margaritas here are fantastic. Build your own with many flavors (the cilantro jalapeño mix I had was super delicious and mildly grassy!) or choose from delicious options like the ideally spicy Chupacabra! read more

My daughter left her visalign retainers at the Barrio restaurant in Cleveland Heights on Wednesday, December 27th. We returned an hour after eating and met with the manager, Mark, to see what could be done...frankly holding low expectations that we would recover her retainers. Mark was awesome. He took us up to his office and looked at the video from our table and saw that the retainers had been thrown in the trash...what happened next...you guessed it...Mark identified the bag the retainer was in, hopped into the dumpster, found the bag, dug through it and returned 10 minutes later with the retainer. What a great relief. You don't find people like Mark around these days...he went beyond the call of duty and made our issue, his issue. We are grateful to Mark. We love Barrio and are there frequently...and I can assure you we will remember this experience every time we walk in. Thanks, Mark! read more