My wife and I had a chance to go back to Cilantro Tacos with my mom who is visiting from California. During our previous visit, my wife and I tried their California Burrito, with carnitas for my wife and carne asada for me. Both burritos were bursting with flavors and were served in generous portions...we couldn't finish all of it. This time, we ordered the Bowl with Carne Asada for me and Carnitas for my wife. My mom tried their California Burrito 3 fish tacos. We were also served a flavorful dip that is not yet on the menu that the owner plans on adding soon...it'll be called Mama's Dip. It was so good, we can't stop eating it with chips. My wife actually just ate that with chips and took home the bowl. I too liked that dip very much that I too packed my bowl to go! The owner shared that they started the business 12 years ago and moved to the Newberry location 6 years ago. There's a reason they've been recognized for their food. Everything was prepared well, flavorful and freshly made. We learned they make everything in house from fresh ingredients...nothing frozen nor canned. Such care and attention to detail elevates the dining experience and raises the bar for fast casual Mexican restaurants. Clean space with friendly service and vibes. We will surely be back! read more

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I've come here several times and can say that they are steady with their quality and service. I usually get the the carne asada tacos which are always made perfect. I can say the carne asada tacos had less flavor to them. But my bf got a California Burrito that was incredible that I ended up trading with him. He was a trooper because I truly cherished that burrito. I went full big back activity with the burrito and took the queso that I ordered and just dipped it in there a couple of times. It was an explosion of flavors . You could taste the seasoning in the steak, the fresh pico, cilantro and onions. It all came together beautifully. I have noticed a quality downgrade when ordering tortilla or corn tacos with carne asada, chicken etc. it lacks that kick that the California Burrito provides. All in all, that burrito will be calling my name at night. The meat was tender and the fries inside were the perfect companion. The toppings were fresh and broke through the grease of the fries and the meat was hearty but not too heavy. The queso is addicting and I couldn't put it down. They were certainly generous with the bag of chips that come with it. Me thing I've noticed every time I eat is that the water tastes weird . I had their lemonade and it had the strangest after taste. I would say they don't offer much drink options but maybe getting a Jaritos or bringing your own drink is a safe bet. This visit we couldn't sit inside since they were packed. It's a small place and I think 4-5 tables inside. It was pretty cold outside and I didn't want to sit outside and freeze my toes so I ate in my car. I wish that they had more space but I noticed that most people come in and order out. Good thing to keep in mind though if wanting to order and eat at the establishment , if it's a busy time then you're out of luck. read more

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Love this place! Great food that comes out quick, homemade everything, guac is amazing! Love their Al pastor tacos so many toppings truly a fav. They also make everything quickly, and are friendly. Plenty of places to sit and enjoy. read more

Cilantro Tacos - Love this place! - Tacos Near Me - Newberry, Florida

This was suppose to be a quick stop but ended up staying to eat. Such a welcoming environment from the decor, the staff, the owner/Nate and the food! Authentic salsas and tacos. The food was SO good! Definitely worth stopping for!! Only 20 min from UF. We will make a point to visit again when we travel. read more

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If I lived in the area, I would be here all the time. Food was excellent. service was kind and accommodating to my very pregnant indecisive self. The options of vegetarian variety was wonderful to see and taste. Tried the mushroom zucchini and eggplant all would be ordered again. The place itself was clean and I really appreciated the amenities provided. Such as sanitizer in the condiment caddies on every table, the feminine products provided in the bathrooms and the lotion to use after thoroughly washing hands. One of my favorite aspects was the complimentary water. it was so good I used the paid for drink cup to fill up with the complimentary water. read more

Cilantro Tacos - Tacos Near Me - Newberry, Florida

We had flour, soft shell tacos. They come in threes and all three were different, fish, steak, and pork. We also had the queso with chips. Everything tasted so good. I highly recommend you visit this place. read more

Cilantro Tacos - Queso with chips. - Tacos Near Me - Newberry, Florida

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I have passed by this place dozens of times in Tioga, however since it was Cinco de Mayo - of course tacos are obligatory. My friend called in to see the wait time and thankfully it was less than an hour. That was a great wait time in comparison to other restaurants in town that were up to 3 hours! When arriving, it was slammed, which was to be expected on a Friday and a holiday. However, we decided to order our food to dine in at the outdoor seating. Once glancing over the menu, there is a great selection of entrees and several options for your tacos. From seafood to chicken to steak to even great veggie options, there's definitely something for everyone. I decided to order 3 tacos - hard shell, one chicken, one shrimp, and one fish. I decided to get all the fixings - lettuce, tomato, cheese, onions, sour cream - and added limes, pickled and fresh jalapenos. In addition, I was eying the agua fresca once we were greeted at the cashier. I went with the mango agua fresca and opted in for the dried chilli mango candy inside of the drink. This was the perfect amount of sweet and tangy from the chilli. It was giving mangonada vibes. The wait time honestly was maybe 20-25 minutes - which was great for my hungry belly. Out of the 3 tacos, I would order the shrimp and fish again. The shrimp were huge and very juicy. The fish was blackened and very well seasoned. The chicken fell flat for me. It was very salty and a little rubbery. My friend ordered chips and guac and it was very fresh and delicious. I love their variety of salsas which was great compliments to the chips and tacos. Definitely will be back to try out their other entrees and taco options! read more

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Such a great spot!! Tried it once & have been hooked ever since. Ingredients are SO FRESH too, i strongly recommend eating here if you're wanting mexican food! read more

Overpriced for sure, but if you're around the area and want a filling taco this will suffice. Decent flavor, and hot sauce at every table. Got me full. read more

Fresh wholesome food. Nice location in the pretty Tioga shopping center. Amazing guacamole!!

Been here a few times now and never really been blown away. I've tried a variety of meats and have yet to figure out my order. The best meat in my opinion is the carnitas, which are fantastic. The chicken is not great, and the fish and shrimp are just okay. Next time I will order a bowl, as the corn tortillas fall apart by the time the food reaches the table. I'm not sure if this is a recent change, but the prices are very high for what you get. $11-15 for three tacos at a casual taco joint is a little high. This doesn't even include salsa which you have to pay extra for. Comparing to other places nearby, I can get a big bowl of food from other places for less expensive. read more

Cilantro Tacos - Chicken, carnitas, fish tacos - Tacos Near Me - Newberry, Florida

Fast service, Expensive, windows need cleaned general clean up! food overall is tasty and good however for the excessive price the place needs cleaned and tid up read more

I just moved to the area and this was my first time here. Steve helped me who was nice and helpful (same name). I got 3 tacos (chicken, steak, Al Pastor) on flour tortillas and the toppings I wanted and 2 Salas. They were good but not great, I got the mild sauces and also just ok. I also got chips and guac and the guac was already brown when they gave me it!, but chips were good and warm. Of course I got a Jarritos. Now the bad, it was so hot in there! There was no A/C and I sat next to the thermostat which read 82 degrees! Which was uncomfortable. The place was dirty! I had to clean off the table the prior person left a mess and two condiment basket, (and did notice the ceiling another reviewer made a comment on). It's also open kitchen and kids working there who either had their back to customers talking or on their phone. I would try it again just will take the food to go. Give it a try for yourself. read more

I love this local restaurant! I haven't been here and quite some time but it's still good as ever. This is my favorite Mexican restaurant in Gainesville. On this time in I had the California steak burrito and it was so good. Anytime you can get fires in your burrito, you're in a good space. I also liked the mango drink with my burrito and it was very good. I would recommend this place to anyone looking for good Mexican food. read more

Cilantro Tacos - California Steak Burrito - Tacos Near Me - Newberry, Florida

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Food was excellent! Service was great! Over all an excellent experience. I would recommend that you give them a try. read more

Best tacos, burritos and queso around! Great family owned business! Can't recommend this place enough!

Excellent food, the lunch rush gets crazy! Allow Time for the order to get filled, or get there right out side of primetime. Worth the wait regardless. read more

I finally decided to try this place based on all the good reviews and I must say I got disappointed. Maybe the quality has come down or what, but everything I got was bland and overpriced. I was surprised to see families with kids dining inside with all the smoke in the air. Not exaggerating the air quality inside was terrible. I like to put lime juice on my tacos and when I asked for some extra limes the staff wasn't happy about it and they put bunch of sliced jalapeños in my bag instead! Don't think I'd go back again. read more

I throughly enjoyed my experience here. I assumed it was a run of the mill "Tex-mex blah". No. BETTER. I had the barbacoa quesidilla, fully loaded with a large mango juice. The beef was so rich the sides of sour cream and verde thoroughly complimented. Our table of two, we normally talk and discuss the food or the travel thus far--faces were stuffed to content read more

Cilantro Tacos - Large Mango, recommended. - Tacos Near Me - Newberry, Florida

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First time here and definitely NOT the last time! This one is the location in Alachua! It's new and spacious! I mean I LOVE Tacos so this here is definitely a vibe! I got the 3 tacos(1 chicken and 2 grilled fish) and they were yummy! They have bowls as well which next time I will definitely get! We also got some spicy salsa with chips and it was delicious! Overall a great lunch! I left the restaurant happy and full! read more

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Left gville a while ago and I still dream about these tacos!! Everything is just super fresh and delicious! I'm not a huge taco person but these tacos are some of the best I've ever had! read more

Cilantro Tacos - Tacos Near Me - Newberry, Florida

OK, Cilantro's was always one of our favorite food trucks to hit up after a late night. We also used to make pilgrimage outs to Newberry to eat at their original location the new location in Town of Tioga is a nicer version of the original store. The food is just as good but the store and location are much nicer. We pretty much tried one of each from column a and B on this trip. My favorite is the steak. Typically I get them loaded with pickled jalapeños. There are numerous sauces to choose From, but my favorite is the salsa Verde. I'm really glad they build a location that's closer to my home, they are welcome addition to the neighborhood Update: well we've been back to cilantro is at least a dozen times since my first review, and the food is still awesome. This place is just like Felipe's, just much better. Since the departure of Burrito Brothers I needed a good local Mexican food spot to have a nice casual lunch. This is one of my favorites. This place is more known for its street tacos, though I still like Linda Vista for a sitdown Mexican meal. I can't giv this restaurant a more hearty recommendation. A great casual place for lunch. P.S.if you don't see the special boards ask them if they have their two taco lunch special. It's a great deal and sometimes you just have to ask for it. P.S.S. Many trips later it's still fantastic. read more

Cilantro Tacos - Three taco sampler and two chicken tacos - Tacos Near Me - Newberry, Florida

It's like a fresher chipotle... I don't know how to describe it. Everything tasted like it just got chopped when I ordered my meal. I got the agua fresca and that was delicious. The tables outside feel very worn from the metal being outside, but because of Covid you can only eat out there. Love the free water and kindness of the staff. read more

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I found a long dark hair in my burrito. My daughter found a roach in her taco. I will never go there again.

It's just trying to be a Chipotle- nothing special and not the "best" anywhere. Staff was nice but the tacos and chips not so good. If you try to be a good taco joint at least crips up the corn tortillas when making a taco or they just fall apart. Find a different place. read more

Best tacos in Gainesville by far. I love the service and ambience here, but I wish there was more seating inside! I love Cilantro Tacos!

Very yummy tacos , probably the best, the prices are a little high but I would said when you want quality tacos, this is the place. Fresh food. And great selection of Mexican beverages. read more

Good food, nice location, great atmosphere. Plenty of seating. Food was fresh and cooked well. Delicious tacos! Would highly recommend!

I like the food, it's tasty, edible, fresh, etc. I'll keep coming here as it's in my area. However, the service is consistently shitty. I mean I get that they probably pay the high schoolers less than minimum wage but still . Whoever does the hiring or managing of this place needs to maybe be more directive or assertive with the staff cuz they have no customer service skills & look at their phones and there seems to be no repercussions. Ah well glad to save tip $. Next time imma play who speaks first &make you uncomfortable for your gawking. read more

Ingredients tasty as always. Quesadilla, with very little cheese. I'm many spots on the tortilla, none.l and the quesadilla just fell apart. Prices were raised due to raising food costs, but if that happens quality shouldn't go down but it seems like they are now being skimpy on the cheese. read more

Cilantro Tacos - El pastor quesadilla loaded - Tacos Near Me - Newberry, Florida

Little restaurant seating for 15 and the food was awesome. The service was great. Very friendly. I had a burrito the size of a small dog. My wife had 3 great tacos. Their red salsa is very tasty not too spicy. However the pico de gallo was dry. Definitely will be back. read more

This is my favorite local spot in Gainesville. I eat here every time I'm in town. The food is always freshly prepared and they care great pride in their product. read more

Cilantro Tacos - Steak tacos - Tacos Near Me - Newberry, Florida

Ok food. Good menu choices and they give good service. Hard to mess up tacos. I'll be back for sure.

Wonderful freshly prepared food. The tacos are a family favorite, steak or chicken. I love the chicken quesadillas, flavorful!! My husband loves the Al Pastor (marinated pork with grilled pineapple). This is not fast food. Relax & know it's worth the wait! read more

We have done dine in, take out, delivery, and catering from cilantro Always solid, never disappoints and so glad they opened in tioga Even my kids love it read more

I made a pit stop at this local taco restaurant. The place was clean and inviting. Beautiful decor, natural light for the wonderful plants they have throughout the restaurant. The menu is short and sweet. I had the steak tacos with everything on them. Though I wasn't a fan of the meat not being cooked all the way through, I'd give this place a second chance. Fresh tostada chips, and really good white queso. read more

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Overall good place to grab lunch in Gainesville. The seasoning for the shrimp and fish tacos is not consistent. Sometimes it's way too salty. read more

Great Tacos! I had never eaten here before and was asked to stop by and pick up a lunch special for friend. I have to admit I was skeptical about how I would rate them because parking in Tioga is a challenge and the restaurant was packed. I thought I was going tohave a LONG wait.... but was able to find parking pretty quickly and the line to order (which was out of the door) moved fast. The staff is super efficient and hustle continuously making the flow work. There were 16 people in front of me in line and from the time I got in line to the when I picked up my order was 11 minutes. I was impressed to say the least. With speed sometimes quality is lost. Not here. I ordered the beef taco lunch special and added a chicken taco to see how it was. The chicken was pretty good, a little dry but better than most. The beef taco however was delicious! The toppings are fresh, super flavorful, and have a good ratio of meet to veggies. The salsa and chips that come wit the special are fresh and good too. All in all I see why there is a long line. The food and service are outstanding! I'll be back again for sure. read more

Was in town for the weekend and decided to check this place out and we were so glad we did! Everything was absolutely delicious! We had the taco trio (shrimp, steak, chicken), steak nachos and tostadas which all had great flavor. Their house made chips, salsa and guacamole were delicious as well. I loved how their food was not greasy, unlike most hispanic food. The staff were all very friendly and tentative. I highly recommend trying this place whenever you get the chance! Their food is one of the best ive had! You won't be disappointed! read more

Cilantro Tacos - Tostadas - Tacos Near Me - Newberry, Florida

This place is easy on your wallet and easy on the taste buds. The location is newer but they've been a staple in Gainesville for a few years now. By this point I've had pretty much every variation on their menu and frankly it's all delicious. One word of warning ... peak times are very busy. They do their best to get you your food as fast as possible but sometimes it can get hectic. Now don't let this stop you from going to visit because when it comes to Mexican food cilantros is the undisputed champ. My personal favorite is going to give you a whole lot of bang and a hole lot of flavor The steak nachos ! read more

Cilantro Tacos - Steak nachos .. to go - Tacos Near Me - Newberry, Florida