Food, staff/service, pricing and SPEED w/receiving your order. The food for years has been…read moreexcellent and I can say for us going there for years... we have never had a bad experience w/anything.

The shrimp cocktail was fresh, delicious, and beautifully presented! The avocado, lime, and shrimp…read morecomplemented the cocktail perfectly. The portion was generous, and everything looked appetizing. Definitely a great choice for anyone who enjoys authentic Mexican seafood. Highly recommend!

Their carne asada quesadilla is always on point, and their California burrito is awesome. The asada…read moreis always very tender and flavorful, and the burrito is divine. My favorite Mexican place in the Hampton Roads area hands down.

The food is good, we never have to wait, the service is kind, we really enjoy coming here!read more

As a california native I have not been able to find this level of comfort in a long time. Growing…read moreup i went to hole-in-the-walls all the time and this really made me feel where I am meant to be. The staff are incredibly attentive, the food was on a next level of enjoyable, portions are exactly where they should be. This definetly made my day 100% better.

We moved from San Antonio, TX a couple of years ago, and been looking for great Mexican food. This…read morelittle Chesapeake gem hit the spot. We had Birria tacos and Juan's chimichanga, as well as queso and house margaritas. Their chips and salsa are good too. We did wish the food was a little more spicy, nonetheless, everything was hot, fresh, and tasty. Service was friendly and prompt, and we'll definitely be back!

We came here for dinner to try a "new to us" Mexican restaurant as one of our local favorites has…read moreclosed. Things I liked: We were seated immediately by a friendly hostess. Our server came to the table quickly and brought chips and salsa and took our drink orders. The menu was plentiful and prices were reasonable. They have a nice little happy hour menu. Food service was timely and everything tasted good. Things I didn't love: The noise level is a bit loud. Certainly great for large groups and families, but not an intimate, low noise environment. The ambiance is bright lighting with white tile floors. I suppose I enjoy an aesthetic that is not so stark and bright. On the plus side, it was clean!

While my sister was in town, we decided to head to Tacos Y Tequila to grab a bite to eat on a…read moreWednesday around 7pm. I live about 30+ mins away but I remember the food being very good last time, so I didn't mind the drive at all. We were greeted by the host as soon as we walked in and were seated right away. Our server was wonderful. She was very pleasant and helped us with some of the questions we had regarding the menu items. We started with the Fresh Tableside Guacamole and it tasted great! We did order it with a "medium" spice level and it wasn't spicy at all but other than that, it was very good. Since the Street Tacos caught our eye, we both decided on those. We ordered the Al Pastor, Barbacoa, Carnitas, Chorizo, Camarón, Nopales and Lengua. The tacos were served with a variety of different sauces, ranging from sweet and mild to very spicy. Most of the tacos were delicious, our favorite was the Al Pastor, Barbacoa, and Camarón. We weren't a fan of the Lengua, it was very dry, chewy and unflavored. Overall, we had a great experience. Our margaritas were amazing as well! I love the vibe of this restaurant and the food and service is always wonderful.

The food is delicious and the waitstaff is friendly. A great place for a relaxing lunch.read more

The food was really good, and I enjoyed it enough to start recommending the place to other people…read more Unfortunately, the extra charges and service issues took away from the experience. I was going to be charged an additional $7 for chips and salsa with my boyfriend's to-go order, although I ultimately decided not to get them. I also asked for a to-go drink that I had already paid for, but I was told I would have to pay for another drink simply because I wanted to take it to go. When I asked whether the salsa could be exchanged, the staff made a big deal about it and said it was not the salsa that came with the meal. They eventually agreed to switch it after I explained how much I had enjoyed the food. On top of that, cilantro and onions cost an additional $5, and there was a $1.41 fee for using their machine to calculate the food. By the time all the extra fees were added, what should have been a reasonable meal became quite expensive. The food was good, but the excessive charges and service issues made it not worth the cost. I would not recommend returning.

My sister and I stopped by El Rey 2 around 6 PM on a Tuesday for Taco Tuesday, and overall, we had…read morea pretty good experience! I ordered the cheesy birria taco plate, which came with three tacos, consomé, rice, and beans. I also got a mango margarita because, well, it's Taco Tuesday. It only seemed appropriate. The food was really good! The birria tacos were exactly what I wanted them to be. Cheesy, flavorful, and satisfying, with a delicious consomé for dipping. The rice and beans were good as well, and I was very happy with my meal. The mango margarita, on the other hand, wasn't my favorite. It tasted like it was made with some sort of premade sour mix rather than fresh ingredients. Definitely not what I'd consider a craft margarita, but to be fair, I wasn't expecting one either. It was fine for what it was, just not something I'd be particularly excited to order again. Our server was Giselle, and she was attentive enough throughout the meal. I do have one small service-related gripe, though, and this is something that bothers me at restaurants in general. Once we'd finished eating, our table was cleared, and then... nothing. No check, no explanation, no "Can I get you anything else?" Just the assumption that we'd figure out the next step ourselves, I suppose. Eventually, when Giselle came back around, we asked about paying and learned that we were supposed to pay at the counter. Which is perfectly fine! I have absolutely no issue with that setup. But how were we supposed to know? It would have been nice to hear something as simple as, "No rush, but whenever you're ready, you can pay up front." It's a small thing, but I think those little moments of communication make a difference in the overall dining experience. A little reading of the room goes a long way. As for the atmosphere, I really enjoyed it! The music was great, with a hip-hop and R&B vibe that made the restaurant feel lively and fun. I'm not sure if that's their usual playlist or something specific to Taco Tuesday, but either way, I was here for it. We were seated right away when we arrived around 6 PM, but the restaurant definitely started filling up as the evening went on. It was noticeably busier by the time we were finishing our meal. One thing worth mentioning is that we were told Taco Tuesday comes with a 90-minute table limit. That wasn't an issue for us at all, but it's something to keep in mind if you're a particularly slow eater or planning to settle in for a long evening of tacos, drinks, and conversation. Apparently, Taco Tuesday comes with a countdown clock! Overall, I enjoyed my visit to El Rey 2. The birria tacos were delicious, the atmosphere was fun, and the music was right up my alley. The margarita could have been better, and there was a minor opportunity for improvement with the service, but neither would keep me from returning. I'd definitely come back, especially for those birria tacos!

Such a cool restaurant with a fun vibe. The decor was very vibrant with lots of color and fun…read morelights leading to the bathroom. They sadly did not have white sauce!!! The salsa was fresh and the pollo asado was fantastic. Hot, filling, and juicy. I used some of the spicy salsa on it for some extra flavor which was fantastic. The serving size was perfect!

I'm gonna admit I was super bummed when it first opened because I really feel like we need a decent…read moreseafood restaurant on Shore Dr but Jose's does not disappoint. The portions are huge and the margs are legit. You really can't go wrong. I got the ceviche tonight which is not something I normally order but it tasted really fresh. My kids always ask for sides of oranges and cherries and they're very accommodating. They made my daughter's birthday extra special so I'm glad they're in the neighborhood!!

We used to come here a lot! We were part of the loyalist OG's to the original location on little…read morecreek. Since we live right next to this shore drive location, it's easier to come here. The one thing I have to complain about it that there are no baby changing tables here. So, I have to go change my baby's diaper in the car. This has been a deterrent for us returning as regular customers.

where do i start.... this place is my fav spot in all of…read morenorfolk. i'm from Chicago so all the food here is always missing that feeling from home. that's what i taste with every bite. it's a very lowkey spot so you have to look for it. the owner is the best!! he always makes conversations and jokes around. me recuerda de mi abuelo the food is a bit pricey but if you're going out to a restaurant you can't expect to pay pennies to the dollar. anyway, i recommend this spot to anyone who is thinking about trying it. get the tacos de asada and birria torta

Give this place a try. Don't judge the place by the area, the food is authentic Mexican. Not Texmex…read morenot SoCal Mexican food. The place is small not fancy not a big chain watered down Mexican food. Service was good they speak English, the menu is in both Spanish and English. This is a hole in the wall mom and pop small business. Give it a shot.

This is the second time I have eaten here and it was even better the second time. It's by far, the…read morebest Mexican food I have had in this area. The place is small, but when you walk in, you feel like you're in a different place and the staff takes care of you. This is not the last time they will see me.

The food was okay. I've had better unfortunately, the chicken was a bit dry for my liking. The…read moreservice was decent, and the cashier was pleasant. Although the restaurant was quiet, it was very clean and had nice décor. The bathroom was also well maintained.

We stopped by for tacos early in the evening and had some great happy hour bites! Their house margs…read morewere $5 for happy hour and I haven't had a margarita this food in a long time!! It was so smooth and had the perfect sour/sweet flavor. We were super glad we sat at the bar. The bartender was awesome and getting a view of the kitchen window was a treat. We started with chips and salsa and the quest fundito. Both were so delicious! The salsa was a perfect spice level (I'm a little spice shy; for the folks who like the heat, the additional salsas presented with our tacos had spicier options!). The chicken tinga tacos and the carnitas tacos had wonderfully flavored meats and toppings that were super fresh and not overly complicated. The corn tortillas were also so flavorful! Compared to some other places in the area, Union Taco a may be a little pricier, but if you're looking for something a little special, it's a taco place worth catching the train for!

Unfortunate update to Union Taco. I was wondering if something like this was going to happen soon…read more We had dinner here 2 weeks ago and the menu was revised and shortened, the waitress had said the chef had left. Sad to see them leave this location. CLOSED Saw the notice on the door today Sunday Dec 21st