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    Buena Vida

    4.1 (193 reviews)
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    What a beautiful pina colada. Almost hated to drink it!
    Norma P.

    03/04/2026 The bartenders are friendly and attentive. The food is so good especially when you order in. My favorites are the chipotle shrimp and the pork. The patatas bravas are addictive. The elote is pretty dang good too! Great seating options. I personally am a barfly!

    Shrimp taco
    Les G.

    I love the decor! The service was excellent. I ordered a marg on the rocks. It was ok, but tons of tart lime. I ordered the shrimp taco, and a chicken quesadilla. The shrimp taco was good. I was expecting a pop of flavor, but it didn't quite happen. The chicken quesadilla, on the other hand, was full of flavor and very delicious...best Q I've ever had.

    Birria Pizza
    Crissy H.

    I will say this, and I mean it: I would be willing to drive all the way to Fort Worth, just for their food. They're that good! The customer service, from start to finish, was exceptional. Because of the parking, I wanted to get there earlier in the day to help avoid the headache associated with finding a space close to the eatery. Thankfully, I was able to find a spot in front of the apartments. With our Yelp Texmas event, we were treated to a margarita and a street taco; they were kind enough to allow me to substitute my drink for sparkling water, as I didn't want to drink and then turn around and drive. The decor is always nice, and with Christmas being around the corner, it was very festive. I ordered the Birria Pizza: Again, this was phenomenal and worth every penny. Every single bite was full of flavor, and that was without the sauce; the sauce added more layers and made it even better. It is plentiful and will last for at least two days, depending on how many people are sharing the pizza. Gringo Street Taco: I did not get this item; I didn't realize it until I was halfway home. Because I had two separate orders, the pizza came out first and the taco, second. I was disappointed. I've read that the Gringo was very good and missed out. Because it was a gift from Vida, I was okay with not getting it. I'll add that to my list for next time. This is a place that will always be on my list, they're one of my top FIVES!

    Dip Trio- Salsa, Guacamole, Queso, & Tortilla Chips
    Stephanie S.

    Exceptional customer service from Hannah and the entire staff. I usually love the dip trio appetizer, but this time the guacamole was bland and the salsa a bit watery. Next time, I'll ask for all queso if that's an option. The gringo street taco was delicious! The ground beef was well-seasoned and the toppings were fresh. I chose the house margarita on the rocks and it did not disappoint. The frozen version I tried previously was overly salty. Parking was easy to find, and I enjoyed the relaxed atmosphere.

    Margarita
    Keke K.

    I stopped by this taco spot since I was in the area. The setup is great, a taco spot with a bar on the side and the overall vibe and decor are really nice. I tried one of their street tacos (Adobo Garlic Bistec), and it was quite delicious. I'm not a big taco person and usually just grab street tacos from small local spots when I'm out with friends, so this was a pleasant surprise. I also had their margarita, which was really good as well.

    Rupa N.

    I came here for a Yelp event with two friends, and Eric was helpful with vegetarian recommendations. I ordered the chipotle mushroom taco and a classic lime margarita. We also shared the chips and queso, patatas bravas, and elote. The mushroom taco was flavorful. The patatas bravas were spicy and creamy, the elote was solid, and the queso was okay. I noticed on an older menu that they used to have a jackfruit taco, which sounds really good and I really hope they bring that back. They also have taco and margarita specials on Tuesdays.

    Dip Trio Chipotle Lime Shrimp
    Elizabeth A. H.

    The staff here were so amazing! My husband has a tomato allergy and they were so helpful making sure the food we received was safe for him. They changed out the dips on the dip trio to accommodate him. The food was great. We were very impressed and will be back. Order at the counter and bar for your food and drinks. Oh and 3$ margaritas on Tuesdays!

    Mangonada margarita
    Ashley A.

    Stopped by on a Sunday funday afternoon for a quick drink! I was in need of a good margarita and the mango margarita hit the spot! We sat at the bar enjoyed a schooner and watched some sports. Also got to talking with the bar manager! Drinks are kinda expensive so we will most definitely be back for happy hour and some food!

    David R.

    Great trompo tacos with fresh pineapple. The elote with the cheetos dust was spicy and good. Their salsa options are very tasty. Friendly team and clean fast casual space.

    Chipotle Lime Shrimp
    Lauren C.

    I ordered the Chipotle Lime Shrimp tacos. The tortillas were delicious and tasted handmade. My shrimp was a little overcooked, but the flavor was amazing-- especially with the green sauce. I also got a margarita, which was awesome! I ordered chicken strips and fries for my kids and they said it was the best they've ever had. We'll definitely be back.

    Great drinks....
    Leonard D.

    1st time here and it was great! The service was quick, the food was great and the drinks were just as great...We sat at the bar and the bartenders were very nice while serving good drinks, that makes for a very good experience . The general manager Eric was very hands on and helped out when needed. We will definitely be back again with more family next time!

    Birria Tacos & Elote
    Aaron H.

    Tacos & Tequila will always have my heart! Located on the south side, Buena Vida offers flavors and flare. Unlike many other tacos spots, Buena Vida gives a modern trendy feel will ample in-house and patio seating. An expansive menu offers flavors from birria to street tacos even a few speciality options. As a first-timer, I kept hearing about the birria tacos & decided to follow suit. Flavorful, the birria taco was well seasoned and cooked to perfection. Paired with the house made consome, the tacos were official. My only knock was there could've been a tad more meat. The elote as well was phenomal, the balanced of spice and cheese was proof the staff knew what they were doing! Now to my favorite, house made margs.. I went with the frozen and I must say it packed a punch. After a days long drive arriving back to FW, one frozen marg had me feeling GREAT. Shoutout to the team at Buena Vida for good grub and libations! Although the afternoon lunch rush was in full swing, wait time wasn't long. Definitely worth a try if you're near southside FWTX.

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    The tacos were good but the margaritas were awful and so was the service. It's worth it once but after that go somewhere else

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    4.8(20 reviews)
    3.6 miNorthside

    I found this spot from a local recommendation, the kind that comes with confidence and a smile,…read moreswearing these street tacos were the real deal. I'll admit, I was skeptical. I've eaten a lot of tacos in my time. But some bites have a way of humbling you. This one did. I ordered the street tacos with barbacoa. Corn tortillas layered with melted cheese, another tortilla laid gently on top, then crowned with rich, slow-cooked meat. Simple ingredients, intentional hands. The first bite landed heavy -- comforting, soulful, and loud in all the right ways. These tacos slapped harder than Babe Ruth sending one out of the park. And the real kicker? The smile on her face as she watched me take that first bite -- the kind that says, "I told you so," without needing to say a word. She knew she was right. The service matched the food -- warm, polite, unhurried. That small-town kind of kindness where you're treated like you belong, even if it's your first time through the door. No rush, no attitude, just genuine care. Some places feed you. Others stay with you. Taqueria Temo does both. I'll be back.

    An excellent Mexican restaurant. A hole in the wall kind of place, minimum service, not speaking…read moremuch English (I asked what is each meat, but the person struggled to explain to me in English). The price is fair and good portion size. I got the 4 tacos and throughly enjoyed every bite of it. It's a pretty small restaurant, if you are looking for nice environment to have a conversation, you may be disappointed, but if you are looking for great food with decent price point, here is your place.

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    Añejo Taqueria - Street Tacos

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    4.6(94 reviews)
    9.3 mi
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    The food was incredible. I had the Birria egg rolls, and the Birria ramen. Both were fantastic…read more The salsa was also on point. Not the typical salsa you're used to getting for free with chips. It has a little more spice, which I liked, but keep that in mind. Service was amazing from the moment we walked in the door. Definitely going back, repeatedly.

    Greeted and Seated quickly but they forgot the menus. Dropped chips and salsa on the table and it…read moretook a few minutes to get drinks. They took our orders but we had to ask for menus. A slight oversight. No biggie. The chips and salsa were good. Salsa is puréed and tasty. A bit of a kick but not over powering. The chips are on the "thicker" side. Preference for the lighter crispier chips though. I've been wanting to try this place for a long, long time. We literally eat at the Indian rest, Namaste Grill and bar next door and it's the best of the best. When I saw the TikTok reviews I knew I recognized the restaurant and couldn't wait to try it. I inquired about Taco Durangos. And she seemed confused but showed me that they did have "fried crunchy tacos" and directed me to the picture on the front. I asked if I could get one chicken, beef and Pork. She's said NO that they were only available in Beef and Lamb....uggggh. I ordered one with just beef to try it. It's a birria taco...it was good. I like the crispiness of it but normally not a fan of the dipping sauce served with the taco. That was the case here. Not a fan. The little service red sauce also lacked flavor...it was HOT. What's standing out the most is the salsa's, green verde sauce included all lacked flavor. Disappointing. The quesadillas were outstanding! Filling and flavorful. My street tacos were underwhelming. The corn tortillas were gummy and lacked flavor in general. Same with the beans and rice. $43.00

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