WORTH EVERY PENNY AND SOME. Easily the best mariscos in…read morePhoenix. No one compares whatsoever, not even close. Do not debate me on this. For those complaining about the price, what do you expect?!?! Go to Filiberto's and be a negative Nancy if you want "cheap" food with no love, no intention, and no happiness. The fish tacos are TRUE CALI fish tacos. Fresh fish, FRIED PERFECTLY. The sneaky menu item is the wings. Fried perfectly and huge. Perfect for football season. Do not doubt this place, do not question whether or not you should come here. Quite literally everything is good, and the menu has such a variety that you'll find something that works for you, and yes it will be good. And I'm completely serious when I say this - if someone complains about the food they're wack.

Hmm. My first bite of my $6.99 mahi mahi street taco was a revelation. My taste buds were…read moreoverwhelmed with its deliciousness. The spice, toppings -- the surprisingly tender fish in the middle of the desert. But then, salt. I squeezed lime. I drizzled on salsa. Hmm. Just couldn't get back there. I saw a documentary on crack addiction. A body hits that level of euphoria ... then keeps going back to hit again but it's just not there. Yes, I'm being dramatic, but I'm serious about my tacos. I will try again, junkie that I am. BTW, I also ordered tacos for my husband. He is salt averse yet unbothered so maybe only my tacos got hit with an errant extra shake of salt. I left to make an appointment at the nearby nail salon and came back and they were still back there frying my fish - which, as mentioned, was chef's kiss otherwise. I loved my blue pineapple/coconut milk drink. This place is known for its beverages. Can't complain.

Ive been here 4 times now, absolutely best mexican food ive tasted, the salsa is so fresh! Short of…read moregoing to Mexico, this place is the best you can get! The service here is top notch, coming from a General Manager in food service, this place has it all!

Good food, fun drinks, and great service! Our server Alexa was great. Would recommend the fajitas…read moreand the marg flight.

We were greeted with a smile and taken to a table by the bar area. Decor was typical Mexican…read morefiesta. Tables were clean. Our server was top notch! I wish I had her name. She was on it, Refilling our tea water chips and salsa. We were there at lunch time and split the Mexican pizza $13.99 loaded with shredded macha meat and all good stuff. It was delicious! Their chips and salsa is really good warm chips fresh ingredients in the salsa. Perfect amount of food for the 2 of us. I can't even say enough about our server she wasn't intrusive just knew when to ask and fulfill all our needs. Great lunch ! Bathrooms clean great atmosphere. This is our 2nd time here both times food and service was perfect!

Worst service ever!! Came in for cino de mayo, sat at a table in the bar. Couldn't get service,…read morewhen the server finally came over asked for specials, was informed there were no 1.99 margarita special only house margaritas for 8.00. Ordered fish taco platter, which was disgusting. Couldn't even eat it. Server never asked if everything was ok. Way understaffed for cino de mayo. Poor service because of being understaffed. Management obviously wasnt there to observe or correct the problem! Food was horrible. I will NEVER return to this Popos.

Yes, Yes, Yes! Today, my husband said let's try this place…read more I said ok! As we got closer, I realized I've been in the area several times. I have never ate at any of rhe places though. You order at the counter and the food comes out to the table. You can tell this place is family owned. The owners, whom I assumed were there tonight, were lovely people. While we waited, the woman who took our order brought out a basket of chips with refried beans and fresco queso on top with a side of salsa. Woah! What? Epic. But wait! A few minutes later, a precious girl with the most warm inviting, and beautiful smile came out with 2 warm, homemade corn tortillas, with salsa and cheese for us. These were just complimentary extras we didn't expect at all. Soo good. The restaurant is a humble place. Cute, clean, inviting and roomy. There is an inside seating area and an outdoor section. Someone was grilling meat out front. I think, the owner. I ordered a chili relleno combo. It comes with rice, beans, tortillas, and a drink. Hubs ordered two carne asada tacos, and a carne asada sope. I didn't try anything my husband ordered. ( I was laser focused on my meal lol) But it looked really good. He said, you can tell, they make their food with love. Yes, yes, yes, you can. My dish, was the best chili relleno I have had the entire 5 yrs I have been living in AZ. And the beans were phenomenal. Honestly, I prefer eating at places like this. We came for an impromptu date night. I can say it was one of the best meals and date nights I've had in a while. Thank you. Y'all are gonna see me alot. :)

If you're looking for authentic Mexican food made with heart, Don Ponchos Mexican Restaurant is…read moretruly a hidden gem that delivers on every level. From the moment you walk in, you can feel that this is a family-run establishment. The atmosphere is welcoming and genuine, and the staff treats you like you've been coming there for years. Everyone is incredibly friendly, attentive, and efficient--service is impressively fast without ever feeling rushed, which is something that's hard to find. The food is where Don Ponchos really shines. Everything tastes fresh, homemade, and deeply rooted in authentic flavors. The tacos al pastor are an absolute standout--perfectly seasoned, juicy, and packed with bold flavor in every bite. You can really taste the balance of spices and the care that goes into preparing them. Another must-try is the tostada de ceviche. It's refreshing, flavorful, and incredibly satisfying, with just the right amount of citrus and freshness that makes it perfect, especially on a warm Arizona day. And don't overlook the chips and beans--they're simple but so well done. The beans are rich, creamy, and full of flavor, making them the perfect complement to the freshly made chips. It's one of those small touches that really elevates the whole experience. Don Ponchos isn't just a place to eat--it's a place that makes you feel at home while serving up truly authentic, delicious Mexican cuisine. If you're in Avondale and craving something genuine and comforting, this spot is absolutely worth visiting again and again.

Overall so good! We originally drove over to this area to go to a different place but didn't know…read morethey closed and I'm so happy this was the first suggestion for birria!! I got a birria taco and my hubs got an al pastor quesadilla. We also got a side of rice and horchata. Horchata- creamy and delish (which says a lot because I don't usually care for it) Rice- was good to me but the peas could be left out lol Quesadilla- the meat was flavorful and owned every bite. Tortilla was nice and everything was a perfect ratio Birria- OMG! The flavor was perfect and the cheese. It was so hard not to eat it in one bite lol. I foot to add consume but honestly it didn't need it. I loved the flavor and how tender the meat was I've driven past the Litchfield location and always wanted to try so I am happy we made it into this location! Definitely will have to make my way to that one since it's a little closer to home. Also the seating is ample inside and the girls are nice! Kitchen was quick as well. Even when it was dead to watching alone form, they busted out those orders

I found this spot tucked away in a Fry's plaza honestly surprising since I've been in the area…read moreplenty of times and never noticed it before. I stopped by on a Saturday night to finally check it out. As soon as I walked in, I noticed the trompo right away, which is always a good sign. I stepped up to the counter and was greeted with a warm smile from the young lady up front. After looking over the menu, I ordered two tacos de tripa and two tacos de suadero. She asked if I wanted the tripas extra crispy I said no. I also asked how they prepare the suadero since I didn't see a choricera, but she wasn't sure. When the food came out, the tripas were a letdown. The texture was off, almost like a stale chip, and they were clearly overcooked. I asked if I could swap them for something safer, so I went with asada instead, but that didn't impress either. It didn't taste very fresh. Now here's the reason you should come to Tacos Chilangos: the suadero. Even though it's not cooked the traditional way, it was absolutely delicious. Perfect meat-to-fat ratio, super flavorful, and easily the standout. The guacamole salsa was top tier. I kept going back to that one over the others. All in all definitely stop by to try the suadero as for as the other two I'd would probably give them a second try.

I ordered super nachos with extra cheese, extra meat and extra sour cream. The Meat was plentiful…read morebut shaved and overcooked :( I spent a decent amount for those nachos and despite the sign proudly proclaiming angus beef served here, I walked away feeling disappointed. I understand the current economic situation cause businesses to cut corners but the meat was crunchy!!! Yuck!!!!! I won't be back :/ Maybe watch the meat while cooking? I mean I was literally the only person there! Cook needs to be more attentive to the shaved meat better suited for a cheesesteak rather than nachos! After eating 1/2 of it it was thrown in the trash which to be honest is where it rightfully belonged. There are better places and I'll patronize them. Ramiro's, you definitely need to do improve if they want to stay open!!! Now I understand why the parking lot was empty when I arrived! Locals know better!!!

Been around quite awhile, locals know - quick, easy good food. Can drive thru or eat in.read more

Quick friendly service. The mild salsa is excellent with…read morelots of garlic. The hot salsa was spicy but not burn your month hot. It had a smoky flavor. I had the Tues special. 1 shredded beef taco with a cheese enchilada, beans and rice. It was all delicious. I will definitely be back.

I have to say this has been our go to spot for a long while. We are here some weeks four to five…read moretimes we would be in. Know the staff and it felt like home. Past while prices have changed like everywhere. Ok no biggie we can deal with that. Now they are charging a fee to use a credit card. This is where I draw a line. I would get it if you were a small business. A mom and pop shop. Manuel's is not that. You are a chain restaurant local to Arizona. There comes a time in when you have to say this is the price for doing business. I guess your loyal customers mean nothing to you or any new ones to come. I can tell you the crew we would meet up with have stopped coming in. We wish you luck with your choices. Too bad you have pushed out the people who support your business.

Kudos to the servers at AlebrijesGreat service all around. Even when it was a little busy, the…read moreservers stayed attentive, checking in with a smile and making sure everyone felt taken care of. They weren't just rushing through tables--they actually took the time to be friendly and engage. That kind of genuine service really makes a difference. Thank you Val for the service.

My boyfriend and I finally decided to check out Alebrijes Cafe & Grill after wanting to try this…read moreplace for a while now. We went for dinner on a Thursday evening. They weren't super busy so we got seated immediately. Our server David was very polite and attentive. He checked in frequently and helped explain some menu items for us. Shame he wasn't also on the menu because he looks like a snack. We started with the Empanadas with Chorizo, Potato, and Cheese. The appetizer portion comes with 5. These were very good, the dough tasted fresh like they were made to order. For our main entree we shared the Alebrije Parrillada for two. This gave us a good sampling of multiple meats and sides. Everything comes served in a hot molcajete. My favorite meats were the chorizo and the shrimp. My favorite bite overall was the toasted Oaxacan cheese. So good - I could've eaten an entire plate of just that. The rice and beans were decent, however the beans could have benefited from a little more salt. You can choose either flour or corn tortillas. My only qualm would be that there were some temperature inconsistencies among the various components. Some were borderline room temperature, like they had been cooked first; others were piping hot. Overall taste was great though. Will I return? Absolutely yes. If you're craving home-cooked style Mexican food that doesn't leave you feeling super heavy - this is the spot to try.

We were staying at The Wigwag Resort across the street! Our "own" gated entry to leave the resort,…read morewalk across the street to the choice of restaurants and we found ourselves at the Old Pueblo EVERY DAY! Loved, Loved the outdoor seating! (October) Food was fast to order, service was nice, great communication and affordable items made it easy for repeat visits! **Note** the restaurant is not overly advertised with signage. We found, walking in, seating ourselves happened because of lack of signage. Had lunch and dinner there four times in five days!

Nice little Mexican restaurant on Old Litchfield Road. The patio seating was vast, but it was a bit…read morewarm, so we preferred to sit inside. Inside dining wasn't very big, but it was an off time, so there was plenty of seating available. They serve chips and salsa as soon as you sit. The chips were fresh and barely salted (which we like). I always ask for some guacamole with mine, I'm not a big salsa eater. Hubby really liked the salsa, but the guac was excellent!! Hubby ordered the 2 Cheese Enchiladas and I got the Large Taco Plate (I chose Carnitas and Al Pastor). They were served alongside rice and beans. The beans were nice and runny with cheese melted over. Hubby really enjoyed his enchiladas...they looked good, too. I asked for no cilantro (not a fan), so they doubled down on the onions, I guess. So many onions, I could barely make out what was in my tacos...LOL! After getting rid of some of them, I dug in. The tortillas were a bit dense, so I ended up taking the meats out of them and mixing it up with the rice/beans. The Carnitas were very tender, as was the Al Pastor. Service was fast and our server was very friendly.

The burritos are top notch. The tacos are fairly barren. A little meat, a little lettuce and not…read moremuch else. A bit on the pricey side. I wouldn't not go back. But I also wouldn't shove someone out of my way to get in the door either. I have to give it a "4" for the burritos. If I was scoring strictly on the tacos, it would be a "2".

Today, April 1, 2026, my husband and I were driving from California to Texas -- it was a very long…read moreand exhausting trip. We stopped at this place to have lunch. We had our cat with us, and the weather outside was extremely hot, so we couldn't leave her locked in the car. We put her in a carrier and brought her inside. While I went to the restroom to wash her bowl and get some water, my husband was told that cats are not allowed. Of course, we understand the rules, but what are people supposed to do in a situation like this? Isn't there any way to help? We also noticed a cross displayed inside the restaurant, which seemed to suggest some connection to religion or certain values. We were very disappointed. We had to take our food and eat in the car. I will remember this unpleasant experience for a long time. My husband had even left a tip in advance, but this kind of attitude toward both animals and customers does not deserve any tip at all.