I've heard a lot about this place, so I wanted to try it sooo bad, and it was so good, they have Victoria on their menu, for me that was one of the best things ever, I love that beer but it's very hard to find, so of course I had to get it, we also ordered the ceviche, which was good, not amazing but good, and then we also ordered some guacamole con chicharrón, that was actually the star of the show, it was just soooo good, so yourself a favor and try it please! Tacos were also very good! They have very good deals during happy hour. I am coming back for sure to get Victoria and the guac, service was also good! The whole concept of the restaurant is very cute as well, all the decor wedding theme is just so cool and unique! Loved it. They also offer plenty parking space. read more

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Our group of friends from around the country really enjoyed our dinner at Boda. We got there during happy hour and got their trio of appetizers...guacamole, queso, salsa and chips. For $7, this was amazing...bowls filled with fresh and delicious ingredients! The margaritas were cool and refreshing...$4 happy hour price! I got the carne asada rice bowl...delicious! And maybe because I'd so thoroughly enjoyed the appetizers, I barely finished half. Everyone enjoyed this meal, and if I lived in Tampa, I'd be a regular at Boda! read more

I was visiting the area and stopped for lunch. First impression, I like the themed decor and the good Latin music constantly playing. This location also has several TVs on the walls playing sport games. We started with a Caldo de Res (Beef Soup). Yum! Just perfect. Generous portion. Enough for two to share. Then we ordered a Pick 3 Taco order. It included a Carne Asada (grilled beef), Pastor (marinated pork) and Chicharrón (crispy fried pork & skin) tacos. The food is well seasoned and very tasty. Defiantly one of the more authentic Mexican places I've tried. Our server was polite, attentive and answered our questions with a lot of patience. I hope to visit again soon. read more

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I loved this Mexican restaurant at 2038 N Dale Mabry in Tampa. It is so attractive with lots of personality, Day of the Dead . Even the ladies room was nicely decorated. The food was very fresh and delicious. Do have the flan. The Mexican flan is very dense and my favorite. Good parking. Outside seating also. They opened early. . read more

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This is a great Mexican restaurant. The atmosphere is very comfy and casual. The outside seating is more romantic for date night. Tvs inside provide entertainment and artwork keeps eyes satisfied. The colors in here make you hungry. Good sized menu yet something for everyone. My server Alisha wqs great and she sold me on the rancheros skillet. Did not dissappoint and would come again with friends. This is happy food:) read more

Boda - Rancheros Skillet - New Mexican Cuisine Near Me - Tampa, Florida

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This restaurant is a must try! Everything is made fresh and with care. There is a sign when you enter that says "Food is medicine" this is so true. Food is for comfort, makes you happy, and does your body good among other things. This restaurant cares about that! They make their tortilla in house, why are they red you ask? They use everything and try not to be wasteful and explained that the red comes from the water they use for beets. This water is then used for mixing the corn tortilla batter.. how awesome is that! The ingredients are something that matters to them and it shows in the taste of the food. This is not artificial flavors, but more authentic with foods natural taste. It is clean eating. We had the Barria Tacos and they were moist and cooked perfectly. The side of consume that comes with it is a perfect companion. Would definitely order them again! The trio of guacamole, salsa and queso is a great way to try all three. They each compliment each other and the chips were thin and fresh. The guac was made with two types of onions ( white and red) it was yummy, but the onions were a little too much for me personally, I still would order it again. I felt like the salsa could use some more spice maybe from a jalepeno? Still would order it again as well! Combining the salsa and queso is a real treat! We look forward to going back and trying more items! The service is outstanding as well: thank you Chelsea! A great big shout out to Andres for being so cool! Please try this place and get to know what you're eating. Our palettes have gotten used to junk and bad ingredients including artificial flavors, why not try something fresh and tasty at Boda! read more

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Very good choice Mexican Restaurant all fresh made to order they advertise no frozen and no microwave. Spacious interior and nice outdoor seating (though your view is the highway). Our server was very friendly and attentive. Chips and Salsa, margaritas and chicken enchiladas and pork belly taco and shrimp taco. read more

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Absolutely fantastic! Stopped at Boda for lunch and everything exceeded expectations. The team was so nice and helpful guiding us through the menu. They make nearly everything in-house--including their tender tortillas tinted red with a little beet juice (a cool touch). We really enjoyed the pork tamale: yummy filling with a sweetness to the masa which was a surprise. My shrimp tacos were delicious--perfectly cooked shrimp with fresh toppings like sliced radishes for crunch. My husband devoured his tacos (al pastor is his favorite) and said they were all spot-on. The fresh chips and house-made salsas/sauces were outstanding--super unique and flavorful. The quality really stands out because nothing is frozen or microwaved. We'll definitely be regulars--highly recommend a visit if you're in Tampa! read more

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this place has great food for great prices! We got the two tacos for eight dollars. The Carnitas was our favorite. We also got chicken and vegetable vegetable is also a star. there is lots of seating and the food comes out quickly. our server Chelsea was very helpful and kind! thank you chelsea! Lots of parking. They do catering and have a drive-through for pre-order ONLY the bathroom is great. there are two single rooms, one for men and one for women. Very cute dresser in it. Very clean as well. read more

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The food at boda is fresh and amazing. I got the pastor tacos and they were filled with meat and it was not fatty pork, very flavorful and some of the best pastor tacos I've ever had. The elote was also delicious, we licked the plate. The tortillas are corn but not dry because they are infused with beet juice, so it's mostly all gluten free. The queso was also amazing. The service was kind of slow today but most other days it is pretty quick and you cannot beat the price for the quality. read more

Boda - Elote - New Mexican Cuisine Near Me - Tampa, Florida

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My family and I checked out Boda on a Friday night while running an errand in Tampa. My pregnant wife was craving chips and salsa and this place looked new and really good. We arrived a little after 6pm. This authentic Mexican restaurant offers up an array of picturesque tacos, hearty traditional entrees and appetizers to suit and palate. We were hungry! We started with the Boda trio. Fresh, thin and crispy chips that came out warm accompanied by three bowls to dip them in. A fresh guacamole, salsa ranchera and salsa de queso. The guac was good, it had chunks of avocado in it and had great flavor. The salsa was fresh and zingy, bursting with flavor as well. The queso was decent. We felt it lacked a little flavor but our daughter loved it and I am pretty sure she finished that. What was nice is the dips outlasted the chips. For dinner my wife ordered the Birria Borracha. Two fresh corn tortillas that was filled with shredded short ribs fresh pickled red onion and cilantro. My wife enjoyed the dish. The red corn tortillas were dipped in the sauce like birria usually us. I ordered a deal they had for three tacos. I got the pastor, the carne asada and the chicharron. All three were filled with plenty of meat and colorful toppings. Not overly stuffed, they were manageable and well priced for what you got. My favorite being the carne asada. The sliced ribeye was tender and the veggies added a nice crunch. The fried pork belly was decent. I felt the meat in that one got lost in the toppings. The pastor was a little different than I am used to but was good. We also tried their plantains. Those were tender, sweet and covered in a crema. We highly enjoyed them. With a casual setting, speedy service and friendly staff, I'd come back here again. read more

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Hidden Gem in Tampa! I stumbled upon Boda while in the area and saw a sign for $3 happy hour beers; had to check it out! From the moment I walked in, I was welcomed warmly by the staff and even the owner. Prices were super fair, and the al pastor taco blew me away. It came on a homemade corn tortilla that they color with beet juice for that beautiful magenta tone; the owner explained it actually enhances the texture too! I really miss the food I had in Mexico, and this is the closest I've found in Florida. The spicy hot sauce they recommended was fantastic, and even the salsa that came out complimentary was full of flavor. I had two beers, guac and chips, salsa, and two tacos for just $24; such a great deal. You can tell they care about the details, from the food to the hospitality. The atmosphere is casual, friendly, and filled with great Mexican music. I'll definitely be back! Those house-made tortillas are unbeatable! read more

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Somewhere new in Tampa that's not $30+ a person. It's a causal spot with a drive through window, good Mexican food is hard to find and Boda is a good casual option. Ambiance is a large room with Dias de las muertos decor. I ordered a half chicken half carne asada bowl. The rice and beans and were delicious, but the meat portions were not generous. I preferred the chicken over the beef. Next time I'll order tacos as that seems to be what they are known for. read more

Boda - Carne Asada bowl with chicken - New Mexican Cuisine Near Me - Tampa, Florida

This place just opened and we were intrigued to try. Came in during lunch and greeted upon entering. Staff were super friendly. Even the owner spoke to us on several occasions. Nice open concept restaurant with plenty of seating. It appears they had a drive thru also. I think they are still working out the kinks and have some improvements to go to get it right based on our experience. My friend and I both got the enchiladas - I got the suizas which is shredded chicken and she got the vegetables one. We also got the in-house brewed hibiscus tea and the chips and salsa. I have to say that the tea and chips / salsa were the major highlights of our meal because the enchiladas sucked. And for the pricing point I'd expect much better! As you can see from the pictures they were swimming in sauce. And the sauce was watery and lacked flavor. Lacked that "authentic" touch. Was more of something I'd expect from a jar rather than homemade. Her vegetable enchiladas, the vegetables weren't even cooked fully nor were they cut down to sizable pieces to eat. They did remake her enchiladas and it was slightly better but still not quite right. They were soggy and sort of gross after a while. I paid $32 for lunch! Which included 2 teas, chips/salsa and my enchilada since they took hers off the tab. Quite an expensive disappointment. read more

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OMGOSH....this place is FANTASTIC!! The food is as good as it gets !! Five stars on food, service, ambiance...EVERYTHING!! Go!! Eat there!! You won't be sorry!! read more

Boda - Boda...don't pass it by!! - New Mexican Cuisine Near Me - Tampa, Florida

Perfect freshly made chunky guacamole with warm chips. Really cute interior. Server Kevin was attentive and sweet. The beef soup is the perfect blend of veggies, shredded short rib and savory broth. read more

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Today I tried a steak bowl and I was less impressed - the steak was under seasoned , there was zucchini in the bowl but it was also flavorless so I wasn't sure the point? I had to pour a bunch of salsa on it to make it palatable .. this bowl was a let down compared to the yummy birria tacos I've had here. The service was still great and it's worth a try- but I'd recommend skipping the bowls and doing birria or tacos read more

Boda - Forgot to get a picture- Birria mostly gone and elote - New Mexican Cuisine Near Me - Tampa, Florida

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The food was very good! For appetizers we order the Boda trio which was guacamole, salsa and cheese dip and the shrimp ceviche and they were so delicious I couldn't stop eating it the whole time! I ordered the enchiladas suizas and we're good they had lots of chicken on the inside and the green sause wasn't spicy but had flavor, my friend ordered the pastor tacos and she said they were good. We loved how the tortillas were the color pink it's super cute. What I loved the most was the JAMAICARITA omg that drink was so goood I will definitely go back for that it was not too strong and the taste was yummy! The service was great, everyone was so nice and the music was good I was dancing in my seat! read more

Boda - Pastor tacos - New Mexican Cuisine Near Me - Tampa, Florida

Presentation is nice but the food lacks flavor overall. Salsa - tomato water.... Guacamole - perhaps the best thing on the menu. Homemade chips - on the thick side but "ok". Corn tortillas - pretty to look at (red color derived from beet juice) but fairly flavorless (general theme) and they fall apart easily. Al Pastor Taco - meat was heavily flavored with what tastes like cinnamon but not much of anything else. Pineapple was fresh, abundant and prob the best thing on the taco. Chicken Taco - flavorless.... Tamale - it's not made with mesa. It's more like creamed corn that's molded inside the husk. The added carnitas topping was very porky tasting with little other flavor noted. Not for me. Elote - normally live this dish at other restaurants (Bar Taco) but this topping tasted more like Mayonnaise than anything else. read more

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First time here, just popped in for lunch. The place is bright and airy with some Dia de los Muertos decor, but is still being renovated as per Chelsea the nice server. Heads up: if you want chips and salsa, you have to order and pay for them. Also they only serve beer, no liquor. They do have Mexican Coke (yum). And they serve black beans only, not refried beans as we know and love. I had the Chips & Salsa de Queso which was a bit bland. I normally always add a few spoonfuls of salsa to my queso, but I hadn't ordered chips & salsa ($4.99). Their chips are very good, thicker than usual and not too salty. I saw Enchilada Mole on the specials menu- whaaattt?!?! It's rare to find mole in Tampa and it never meets my exacting standards. I'm extremely picky about my mole since I first had it in Oaxaca (birthplace of mole) but when Chelsea explained it was house made with 28 ingredients, I knew it was going to be something special. It was INCREDIBLE, a little bit thick, chocolate-y with hints of cinnamon and almonds, not too spicy. My only comment is I would have preferred all white meat chicken in my enchilada but it was still outstanding. I had to try their churros with chocolate sauce for dipping. The churros had way too much sugar on them, though they were nice and fresh. Biting into them made a big mess and it made them too sweet. The dipping sauce I received was kind of hard, not very dippable. I should have complained and sent it back but I scraped it up with a fork and slapped it on the churros. All in all, Boda seems pretty real, from the few things I ordered. The (Mexican) couple at the next table asked me how liked the mole and I asked them how they liked their guacamole (they said it was very good). True Mexican food as served in Mexico is not real spicy, and can almost be a touch too mild but then in Mexico, they'll have 5 types of hot sauce on every table. Boda doesn't have hot sauce on the table, but they have a cute chalkboard describing all their salsas (sauces). So yes, I'd say Boda is pretty autentico! I'll be back. read more

Boda - Chicken enchilada mole, with Katrina in the background - New Mexican Cuisine Near Me - Tampa, Florida

Boda, I noticed it was open last Tuesday and I went on Wednesday. I was greeted right away and the menu was explained to me. I ordered the Carnitas tamales which was very good and it's not your typical tamale. The presentation was nice. Also, I ordered the Enchilada Rojas which was delicious and very filling. It has the beet tortilla which is good. Please get the flan because it's yummy. My cashier gave me a T-shirt and the other staff member was talking with me. Very friendly. Differently going back. read more

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Boda has Authentic Mexican items on their menu. Recently renovated in a Taco Bell restaurant, they have classy yet subtle decor. Very clean even with a retro vibe. We sat ourselves and were greeted soon after. Staff repeatedly checked with us regularly and was attentive to our needs. We started with chips and dipping trio of salsa, guac, and queso. The tortilla chips are crisp and fresh and the dips fresh and flavorful. I enjoyed the guac with what tasted to me like red and white onion, although I would throw in more fresh jalapeño but I realized most don't opt for jalapeño like I do. (I like them in my margaritas and my coronas.) We then tried an order of birria. The plate came with two (wrapped in fresh beet-soaked corn) tortillas which had my attention and did not disappoint. The meat was very flavorful and tender with just the right amount of flavor. I was informed that the owner is mindful of clean eating which I really appreciate. All the staff are friendly and professional. Our waitress spoke highly of this new establishment and seemed enthusiastic to work for the owner. That speaks volumes. This is a high recommendation from me! I plan to return for more. read more

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We tried this since we had passed it so many times and love Mexican food. Pros: Spacious dining room Friendly service Caldo de res was good and everyone who ate the chicharrones was happy with them Guacamole was amazing Cons: The service was friendly but slow; we never got a side that we had ordered The food overall was good but it wasn't authentic Mexican. The sauce in the chilaquiles was bitter, the chicharrones didn't have sauce, I love plantains but that's not typically a Mexican side, there was no Mexican rice. There is no changing table in the bathroom; there is a dresser and I used that but of course, there are no straps to hold the baby down if you lean over for something or to wash your hands. read more

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Boda Authentic Mexican Cuisine 2038 N Dale Mabry Hwy, Tampa, FL 33607 @bodatampa Listen up Tampa! We have a new restaurant that runs their menu on full of Flavor, culture, and heart Their menu celebrates authentic Mexican cuisine with bold flavors, fresh ingredients, and traditional recipes. Whether you're craving tacos, enchiladas, or sizzling specialties, every dish is made with passion and tradition. They do Online ordering and Uber as well as Doordash. They also provide catering services for special events. read more

You have to pay for chips and salsa here. The salsa is OK but not think enough for me but tasty. The plastic portioned plates don't hold much beans and rice. They need to switch to refried and charro beans. Black beans and white rice are NOT Mexican. Flavorless. Expensive. Won't be back. read more

Definitely recommend! We started with the trio dip! The salsa, guacamole, and queso were all fresh & tasty. I ordered the birria tacos; they were so tender and flavorful. Mark got the Al pastor taco & shrimp taco and also gave a raving review! Service was great and it's a cute spot! read more

Boda - New Mexican Cuisine Near Me - Tampa, Florida

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Boda is an old taco bell converted into a Mexican sit-down. Tacos were stuffed, but meats were a tad too salty. Prices fair. read more

Boda - Carne asada, pastor, chorizo - New Mexican Cuisine Near Me - Tampa, Florida

Unexpected wonderful! Food was delicious! The drinks too! Juliana was the best waitress! Very friendly and helpful! We will be back read more

AMAZING! So happy to have tried Boda before it inevitably becomes packed. I went during their soft opening and was privileged to chat with the owner, Andres, who told me all about the concept. Boda is Mexican restaurant with a scratch kitchen, where the only canned item they have on their shelves is sweetened condensed milk. All spices, sauces, etc. are fresh and made in house. This includes the tortillas, which are red from the addition of beet (it does not impact the flavor at all, if beets aren't your style), and the tortilla chips, which are so light and crunchy that I convinced myself they were healthy. While there are no dedicated servers, Arlene behind the counter was very excited to answer our questions and help us place our order. Our table shared a ton of food and went home with pretty great leftovers. For appetizers, we had the guacamole and salsa. Both were fresh, flavorful, and so delectable that we devoured them both without taking photos. The table was surprised at how many snacks we enjoyed without feeling weighed down or gross. The freshness and quality of the ingredients really came through. For entrees, I had the chicarrons taco and pastor taco. The tacos were generously portioned and like everything else, tasted very light and fresh. The char of the pineapple gave it a wonder smoky flavor that complemented the pastor marinade. The chicarrons were super crunchy but didn't taste oily like other fried foods. I normally prefer flour to corn tortillas, but Boda is the exception. The tortillas were soft, slightly chewy, and help up their filling without breaking easily. Neither taco was spicy but both paired well with the hot sauce that was available on every table. One person I was with had burris tacos. Ahe raved about the consommé and was impressed with the portion. Another person had the enchiladas suizas at the recommendation of Andres and was in awe of how balanced the flavors were. For dessert, we shared the churros. 3 come in an order with chocolate caramel sauce and whipped cream and were the perfect portion for our party size. While we loved the them and their abundance of cinnamon sugar coating, we wished the chocolate caramel sauce came on the side instead of under the churros. Boda is located on N. Dale Mabry between Denny's and Mister Car Wash. If you put the address in your maps, it will take you across the street to Riveters, so for now it's best not to rely on your phone to get you there. I look forward to coming back and trying more of the menu. read more

Birria tacos were really good, but Carne asada and AL Pastor were not great. Queso was really thick. Service was friendly and decor was nice. read more

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I came here with my husband on a Saturday night, there were TVs lining the wall with every sports game you could ever want playing. The inside is comfortable with plenty of indoor and outdoor seating. We started with the salsa ranchero and chips, both delicious and a great starter. The tacos were delicious and served in pink tortillas. The plantain enchiladas combined unique flavors and was filling despite not adding additional protein. All together our bill was only $32! We only had water, but are looking forward to coming back to try their drink specials! read more

Boda - Plantain enchiladas & tacos - New Mexican Cuisine Near Me - Tampa, Florida

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Very fresh, authentic food. I met the owner who mentioned that they cook from scratch and don't have a freezer. It's a basic taco spot, no frills, just very good food. read more

Wow! Soooo fresh and everything we tried was amazing! Fresh guacamole & salsa, not refrigerated! Everything has such a brightness about it, we couldn't stop stuffing our faces. Hope they get one in StPete! read more

Lovely casual Mexican food - authentic seems more than a marketing slogan. Glad to have this place discovered despite their neighbors;-) read more

Boda - Guacamole and chips - New Mexican Cuisine Near Me - Tampa, Florida

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The ambiance and decoration immediately captures your attention. If you stop by, the tacos on their signature red corn tortilla are a must try. My personal favorite was the Al pastor taco. Ask for Julie, she provided excellent service, was warm and friendly with great suggestions and recommendations. If you stop by here I'm sure you'll have a great time here. read more

I've eaten here several times over the last three or four months. Food is good, and it has a good vibe.

What a great addition to the neighborhood.... Everything is fresh made to order and oh so yummy! I'll definitely be going back read more

Boda - New Mexican Cuisine Near Me - Tampa, Florida

My Family and I just had lunch at Bodas Mexican restaurant off N Dale Mabry HWY. The food is Veracruz style cuisine, very flavorful and authentic. We got to talk to the owner/Chef and really enjoyed talking to her and enjoyed our conversation and food. I highly recommend Bodas Mexican restaurant. read more

Boda - New Mexican Cuisine Near Me - Tampa, Florida

Went to Boda for lunch yesterday and it was delicious! Everything is fresh and flavorful. The corn tamale was outstanding, enchilada and tacos tasty, and the guacamole is truly the best I've had in Tampa! The staff were also friendly, knowledgeable, and efficient. Highly recommend a visit to this new convenient spot on Dale Mabry. Look forward to ordering through their catering menu for an upcoming party! read more

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Amazing new authentic Mexican restaurant right on Dale Mabry! Everything homemade, guac, tortillas everything! Amazing service and gave us samples of stuff to try! We loved the food and some of the best Mexican food I've had in Tampa! Check it out you won't be disappointed! read more

Boda - New Mexican Cuisine Near Me - Tampa, Florida