Okay this place is COOL cool. My husband and I were immediately intrigued by the Vietnamese influence on the menu because that fusion absolutely speaks to both of us. Come to find out, the original concept in Phoenix was actually a pho restaurant called "Pho King" -- yes, spelled P-H-O and King. I literally died laughing. In all my years of eating pho, I've never heard of a white guy owning a pho spot -- but that's exactly how this started. The owner is married to a Latina, and the menu reflects the foods they love. That evolution turned into Dilla Libre #1, and now there are multiple locations. I love a good glow-up story. The space itself is packed with lucha libre memorabilia -- belts, masks, merch, artwork -- it's everywhere in the best way. It's playful but not cheesy. Bar vibe, colorful tables, cool energy. Very hang-with-friends, Taco Tuesday, happy-hour type of place. Now the food. They have an entire regular menu AND a completely separate vegan menu (including dessert ). Not just one sad option -- a whole menu. That always earns points with me. I had the vegan banh mi tacos and they were delicious. Fresh, flavorful, balanced -- nothing over-portioned or sloppy. My husband had a quesadilla and said it was just as good. The cauliflower bites had real spice (not pretend spice), and the habanero salsa actually brought heat. Flavor across the board. Our waiter talked with us forever about the history and concept -- super welcoming, super chill. And when they handed me a free sticker, the employee joked, "It's free... unless you're mean to me." I was sold Eclectic. Unexpected. Culturally blended in a way that feels authentic to the owners' story. It's rare to see Vietnamese and Mexican influences on one menu in a way that makes sense -- but this works. Didn't try drinks (I don't drink), but they have solid specials and Taco Tuesday deals if that's your thing. Would I go back? Absolutely. Fun vibe. Good flavor. Cool backstory. And yes... I'm keeping the sticker. read more

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We usually have a great experience at Dilla Libre! My family loves their food but this was a disappointing experience. We stopped in for a late lunch around 3 p.m. and were the only customers in the restaurant for most of the meal. It took quite a while to be acknowledged, get menus, and place our order. The two servers were more focused on their conversation than on helping guests, and it felt like our presence was an inconvenience. The food itself was delicious, but our basket of chips was mostly tiny broken pieces that were difficult to dip in the salsa. Overall, the service overshadowed the meal, and I wish we had picked a different restaurant. read more

Great food! Most Mexican is formulaic, imo. But the quesadillas we had were fantastic and the margaritas were much needed! Napoleon Dynamite and the Chupacabra were our choices and both were excellent. Service was a bit slow to get started, but once we had their attention, was excellent. read more

Looking for something light so we went to check out their happy hour. This place was recommended by the owner of the Airbnb we were staying at. He had mentioned that they had really good salsa. They offer an unlimited chips and salsa on their happy hour menu. Their chips were light and fresh and we couldn't stop eating it. Their chips carne asada nachos were loaded with a generous amount of meat. Margaritas were great too! read more

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Super delicious Mexican food with a TON of vegan options! My dad and I came here for lunch and had the most amazing time. First off the free chips and salsa were spectacular. Then for our mains my dad got the california burrito and i got the vegan hot chick quesadilla. This quesadilla was spectacular, full of flavor and very generously filled, even maybe had a little bit too much vegan cheese if that's possible. They have a full page vegan menu which is amazing, I will definitely be back to try some other options. My dad loved his burrito as well. Our server was really nice and friendly and our food came out fairly quick. The inside of the restaurant is really fun and highly decorated with a Mexican wrestling theme. Highly highly recommend! read more

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Excellent service with an authentic menu filled with good available to everyone. Vegan? No problem there is an entire vegan menu. Gluten or dairy free? Tons of great options. Carnivore through and through? The carne asada is to die for. Enjoy the authentic wrestling art while eating excellent appetizers. I recommend this stop for tourists or locals alike. read more

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I walked in five minutes to close, and the cashier greeted me in such a friendly manner and assured me that they could still do a takeout order. He even offered me chips, salsa, and water while I waited and told me to sit down and he'd bring it to the table. He even put the water in a to-go cup. The salsa was delicious and had a good kick to it. The carne asada tacos were juicy but a little tough. Still great quality for them nearing closing time. The tacos come three to an order. They only do a la carte tacos on Taco Tuesdays, and they only have corn tortillas. The inside of the restaurant is very charming and gives an endearing small business feel. I would definitely come back and dine in given the fantastic service! read more

Dilla Libre Uno - Carne asada tacos - Tacos Near Me - Phoenix, Arizona

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Dilla Libre Uno was a nice surprise when I looked on their menu and they offered vegan food. We called to order takeout. Our order was vegan California burrito, vegan, papa Verde, taco, vegan chickpea chorizo taco, and the vegan beyond y Papa's taco. The price was extremely reasonable and when we got home to eat the food we were really really happy. The food was delicious and I couldn't have asked for better. I highly recommend if you are in the area!! read more

Amazing food (extensive vegan menu!), cocktails, beer, atmosphere, and...prices! Generous portions, and unique combinations and flavors. The service is great, and it kept us coming back our whole vacation. I'm jealous of the locals who get to go to this place all the time! read more

I've been debating on the stars to give Dilla Libre Uno only because I had a stomach ache the day after but not sure it was from there -- but I was so full when I left and I even had left overs. Their portion sizes are so big!! Ok so what I love about this spot is they have both a vegan menu and a traditional menu so perfect for people with different food preferences. I definitely will take my dad here because he wouldn't he caught dead in a vegan restaurant and there is not a lot I can eat in a traditional Mexican restaurants. The decor is pretty cool too -- it has the Mexican Luchador wrestling theme with many pictures of old luchadores, masks, wrestling belts and artwork depicting this culture. Dilla Libre has an extensive menu, it was so hard to decide what to get because there were so many options!! We started with the chips and guac. The tortilla chips were corn chips and about a 7/10 -- not the best but not stale and just enough salt. The salsa was delicious -- I love a good house made salsa. We ordered guac -- we ordered a small portion and it was just enough for three, especially since the entrees were very very large. I ended up having the vegan hot chick burrito (made with beer battered cauliflower) -- which is kind of like BBQ chicken, my friend's had a black bean burrito and the vegan California (which has french fries inside!!). My hot chick burrito was very flavorful and very spicy for this white girl, and did I mention incredibly large? I immediately ordered a to go box since I knew I wouldn't be able to eat it all. The primary vegan "proteins" are Beyond carne asade, fried potatoes, house made chickpea chorizo (this sounds good and need to go back and try) and beer battered cauliflower so quite a good selection -- still no mushrooms though!! (I'm on a quest). So overall I thought it was good, and even my leftovers were good. Portion size is great, price is reasonable too for the portion size -- and especially since I had lunch the next day! Ambiance is casual but fun, service was decent too.my biggest advice is come read more

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Even Dua Lipa endorses Dilla Libre. Walked in expecting tacos, walked out feeling like I just joined a Mexican wrestling syndicate. There are masks, belts, and colorful tables everywhere. It's playful, chaotic, and loud in the best way possible. I ordered a quesadilla that was so big, it asked me for its own seat at the table. It was stuffed to capacity. I'm pretty sure the cheese-to-tortilla ratio is illegal in three states, but I'm not complaining. Apparently, they have a whole vegan menu that makes people question their reality. According to some, the vegan cheese is so good, you'll be checking the trash for a dairy label. The menu is absolutely fuego with unique infusions. read more

We visited around 7 PM on a Wednesday, and the place was surprisingly empty, especially considering all the great things we'd heard. When we walked in, the waitress was cleaning and didn't greet us right away, which felt a bit unwelcoming. That said, the décor was impressive, every corner had something interesting to look at. After a few minutes, the waitress brought us menus, followed shortly by water and our drinks: two margaritas and a lemonade. Once the drinks arrived, we placed our food order: Carne Asada Tacos ($17 for three, plus $4.50 for a fourth), the Steak and Bleu Burrito, and a kid's quesadilla with fries. Unfortunately, the food didn't live up to the expectations or the price. The tacos were some of the smallest I've ever had, and definitely not worth $21.50. I've had far better from food trucks and roadside stands. The Steak and Bleu Burrito was another letdown, though my daughter, who loves blue cheese, was excited to try it. Even she wasn't impressed. Surprisingly, the best item we ordered was the kids' quesadilla and fries. The margaritas were just okay, but the lemonade was actually the standout drink of the night. Given the high bill and the glowing reviews, we'd seen online, we expected much more. Sadly, we won't be returning. read more

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Ordered chips and salsa and a side of guacamole. Very yummy. Got two drinks and they were both good and strong. I ordered a chipotle chicken quesadilla and had to force myself to stop eating it because the first half filled me up. My wife ordered tacos and said they were very good. Service was good too. Ambiance is a Mexican version of wrestling and is kinda fun to look at while waiting for your food. Overall I'd give it a solid 9. We will definitely be back. read more

This place was amazing and so good huge portions the fried cauliflower is a die for the quesadilla is oh my gosh the Carne Asada is so delicious The staff is super nice and attentive. I will be back. read more

Dilla Libre Uno - Fried cauliflower - Tacos Near Me - Phoenix, Arizona

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I'd heard of Dilla Libre before eating at the Northern location the first time. It sounded like something I wanted to try out, so I met my wife there for lunch. Then I brought a co-worker along because it's the closest taco shop to my office. Which means I will be frequenting this place a lot. Normally, I snap a photo of my meal to share, but for some reason, it keeps disappearing before I remember to grab my phone. Next time. I will even predict what the photo will feature, because I keep saying I need to try a quesadilla. And after my colleague ordered one, and seeing it in person, it's a done deal. He ordered the Chipotle Chicken Dilla with vegan cheese, and he claimed it was so good, he was convinced they used normal cheese. I've never raved about someone else's meal in a review before, so I'll tell you about the tacos. They are amazing! Most taco shops offer similar varieties, but the chicken is always a bland option. Not here. Get the Chipotle Chicken. And from my first visit, the Pastor really stood out. Not to mention, there are still some creative options I haven't tried yet. The dining room is appropriately decorated. Better than most. And the service was top notch on both visits. Kudos to Markus! There are lots of places masquerading (that's funny because of their logo) as taco shops in the valley. This place is legit and completely lives up to their reputation. In my books, Dilla Libre is top three. This review was generated entirely by my brain and not AI. read more

Food was great and atmosphere was fun. Went in on a Saturday and was greeted with a smile and good service. Will be going back the next time I'm in the area. read more

I really liked this spot, first time in -- the vegan menu is a full page, the bathroom ambiance is eclectic, and the flavors are diverse and rich. The blue demon cauliflower bites on the happy hour menu were crispy, coated, and spiced beautifully. The salsa tasted fresh, not bottled but ran out a little too early with the chips. Pero 4/5 estrellas. The vegan napoleon dynamite dilla was too cheesy for my partner who literally said "I never thought I'd say those words in my life" as she's someone I'd consider a cheesehead! I left wishing the vegan Banh Mi tacos had less chickpea and more texture than mush. That said, I'd definitely come back and try their taco mixer because everything coming out of the kitchen looked super filling and freshly made. Which is good because their prices seem high before seeing your plate. Solid find for plant-based dining but be prepared to take some home. Oh and get the vegan elote cup: it tastes better than it looks! Sabroso, Q rico 083125 read more

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We LOVE this place. If you are looking for a unique spin on a quesadilla and great service come here. We have tried most things on the menu and they are all great! Our favorites are the steak and blue, Neapolitan Dynamite, and the shrimp. It is a small hole in the wall place with great vibes! read more

Stopped in here for a margarita before a head spa appointment in the same shopping center. Had the best skinny margarita of my life and they gave is free chips and salsa. The atmosphere was fun with a couple of TVs and I could just tell the food would be good. Bartender was nice. Would return if in the area read more

Great service and excellent quality food Will definitely go back for more The tacos are amazing and delicious read more

Sooooooo delicious!! Cool and cozy vibe inside. Seat yourself and wasn't very busy on Saturday night so that was nice. It is a decent size indoor with outdoor seating as well. Amazing service, very quick and so kind. My group of 3 absolutely loved our quesadillas. We got the elote, California, Carne Asada, and Chupacabra quesadillas. Large portions and we all took some to go in boxes. Also free basket of chips and salsa which was delicious! And the horchata was exactly what I needed. I'm already planning my next visit!! read more

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This place was amazing! They offer a mix of vegan and non-vegan options. The restaurant itself was cute and well kept. The service was fast and top tier. I will absolutely make a return to this place. My one and only complaint is that the horchata wasn't vegan but that's only because I love horchata Ps. Don't sleep on the vegan elote cup read more

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I visited Dilla Libre Uno on Tuesday, 03/31, at 7:10 p.m. Although there were only three tables occupied and one person at the bar, the experience was a complete disaster. My partner and I waited at the entrance to be seated, but the bartender merely told us they were "trying to clean some tables." We moved to the bar to be more convenient for the staff, but the service only got worse from there. Lack of Professionalism and Service Despite sitting directly at the bar, we were never greeted. The bartender continued making drinks without acknowledging us or explaining that it might be a wait due to being short-staffed. We sat next to dirty dishes while waiting over five minutes without anyone offering a menu or even a glass of water. I eventually had to get up and grab a menu myself. Inequitable Treatment The frustration peaked when a new group of four arrived after us; they were immediately provided with drinks, menus, and chips and salsa while we were still being ignored. The other server appeared lost and avoided us entirely. Even after the bartender specifically instructed the server to attend to us at the bar, she still failed to approach us. We waited ten minutes without a single word of service. Management and Staffing Concerns As someone with years of experience in the service industry, it was clear that the staff was overwhelmed and frustrated by our presence because it was "Taco Tuesday." This establishment desperately needs a host to manage seating and a busser to clear tables so the servers can actually attend to guests. A simple greeting, water, and chips would have easily maintained our patience while food was being ran. Conclusion We ultimately left hungry to spend our money elsewhere. To add insult to injury, the bartender said "thanks for coming in" as we walked out, to which I replied, "thanks for what?" Living right across the street, I could have been a regular, but this horrible service has ensured otherwise. The owner needs to train these employees to do better, or the restaurant will continue losing customers and receiving bad reviews regardless of how good the food might be. Which I will never know since again we left without even being acknowledged. read more

The decor is fun - a blend of luchadores and great black snd white photos of people and places in Mexico. The food was great. They're famous for their quesadillas, but we got tacos and a burrito. Both truly excellent. The tacos were generously full and the meat wasn't wet, so they held together. The burrito was also chock full of all sorts of tasty things. The only so-so thing was the red salsa that came with the basket of chips. It just wasn't very flavorful or interesting. There was only one waitress working the entire restaurant when we were there, but she was efficient and pleasant and handled it well. read more

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I didn't want to tell anyone but now I can't keep this a secret. Quesadillas are the best I've ever had. I said what I said. Check this place out. Zach took care of us. Phenomenal service, down to earth, and attentive to our needs. Wherever he is Im sure you can expect authentic vibes. Food comes out fresh and within 12-15min . read more

Dilla Libre Uno - Quesabaella - Tacos Near Me - Phoenix, Arizona

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The food was not as flavorful as I would have liked it to be. Definitely too overpriced. Spent over $100 on a few apps na drinks and tacos and burrito. read more

Do yourself a favor and order the All Thai'd Up tacos for a one of a kind sweet/hot/savory experience that you will not find anywhere else. ¡Muy Bueno! read more

Though we live within a couple of miles, we stopped in for lunch for the first time recently. It was Tuesday, which gave us the opportunity to try several different tacos à la carte. (Normally, it's an order of three of one type of taco.) I ordered the carnitas, Thai, and vegan beer-battered cauliflower tacos. One was better than the next. Our server was helpful and engaging. It wasn't terribly busy so we were able to talk without having to compete with lots of other people, loud music, etc. It's a small place with a comfortable ambiance. We've been telling our vegan friends about the restaurant. I was impressed with the fact that one whole side of the menu was vegan options, unlike some places that just throw in one or two things that say, "we don't really care about you and your dietary needs." That cauliflower taco was outstanding! Can't wait to go back and try more options. read more

I've had this spot bookmarked for a while and finally visited recently. It's located in a strip mall with other businesses, and depending on time of day parking can be limited. I walked in and there's a sign to seat yourself. I wanted to place a to-go order so I went to the bar/cashier. I was greeted by a staff member who said he'd be with me shortly, no problem since I still needed to look at the menu. I saw that it was happy hour from 2-6, so I ordered two tacos and their cauliflower bites. I heard this restaurant has great vegan options, so I wanted to try those out. I took my food home and started on the tacos. The papa verde has potatoes, green chiles, pico de gallo, and cotija cheese. They were good; I just realized I don't like green chiles all that much lol. The hot chick had grilled citrus chicken breast, serranos, bleu cheese crumbles, pico de gallo, Buffalo Sauce, jack cheese, and a side of ranch. This was their secret taco from the menu, which the server told me when I asked him. I liked this one quite a bit! Good mix of flavors. The tempura fried cauliflower with buffalo sauce came with ranch as well. They were okay, not my favorite I've had. I came back the next day because I was overcharged for the cauliflower, and the server was kind and offered me a discount on my order. So I chose the All Thai'd Up quesadilla which includes citrus marinated chicken breast, serranos, grilled onions, sweet thai chili sauce, Thai Basil, Mint, jack cheese, topped with sesame seeds. This was delicious! Definitely on the sweet side with the sauce but I loved it. Great flavors and I enjoyed it. It also came with some chips and salsa. This is a casual spot for some good eats, so I'd be back in the future. Just be careful of parking because when I was leaving, I saw an elderly man park his truck right in front of my car and I told him I need to leave. I'm glad I caught him because I would've been stuck for who knows how long. Anyways folks, don't double park, that's not nice. read more

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Looove this place for a quick dinner! The dank herb shrimp quesadilla is my favorite. Sat down and ate in the other day and there was only one waitress/bartender but she was super friendly and honest about the size of the quesadilla so my boyfriend and I shared one and it was perfect. Chips and salsa were super fresh and delicious as well. I loved the laid back ambiance with the graffiti looking walls, and art all over. Will definitely be back! Overall slightly pricey but you can't put a price on delicious food and great vibes! read more

We showed up when it wasn't so busy so we were able to sit down with the bartender/waiter. He was amazing at offering us menu recommendations. The food and amazing and the vibe was so welcoming. Would most certainly recommend this restaurant to anyone!!! read more

Dilla Libre Uno - One of their famous quesadillas - Tacos Near Me - Phoenix, Arizona

Just went here for lunch with my coworkers and we all really liked it! The chips and salsa they provide for the table was great. I got the Thai tacos which were very fun and different with a little bit of heat. The tacos seemed a little expensive for the size. The burritos were definitely the best bang for your buck. The inside is very cute and colorful. We will add it into our lunch rotation read more

Dilla Libre Uno - Thai Tacos - Tacos Near Me - Phoenix, Arizona

I'm glad I found them! How fun & unique to be the quesadilla champs! With an expansive vegan menu to match their non-vegan menu, you can please the entire family. I'm impressed with the options. We got the Vegan Mac Daddy Quesadilla, Hot Tempura Cauliflower, Cauliflower Burrito, California Burrito, and a non-vegan dish: carne-asada quesadilla. The quesadillas were like no other place, delicious! The burritos were good, not terrible, not great. The price though, mind blowing! $17.50 a burrito and no, this was not a extraordinarily large burrito. That was the California Burrito. The Cauliflower Burrito was $14. It was chipotle, tempura cauliflower with Spanish rice, diaya, vegan cheese, black beans, & corn. The idea of the burrito is pretty good. My cheese was hefty, which I liked, but it didn't melt all the way. Soooo overall it was okay...A little expensive for what it is. And let me comment on the service and vibe: great friendly service, very helpful, lots of knowledge, and quick food. The vibe: fun fun fun. Summary, come for the quesadillas. Come for their expansive vegan menu. Questionable on the burrito..but yes, do come, cause I'll be back! read more

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This gourmet quesadilla spot is the BEST in the biz! We have been coming here for years, and it never disappoints. The service is great, food is even better! My husband and stepsons are vegan so we appreciate the variety of vegan options on the whole VEGAN MENU. The ambiance is kind of like a hole in the wall, with a traditional Mexican wrestling theme. Let me tell you, this hole in the wall should NOT be missed!! read more

I finally knocked this one off the list of vegan and veggie friendly places around Phoenix. I know I'm not the first vegan to eat here, but it was my first time and just like a lot of places I've had lately, I wonder why'd it take me sooo long to get here?!?! Dilla Libre's vegan menu is so good, some might even say that it's *beyond good, especially those beyond carne asada tacos and beyond impossible carne asada fries. Those tacos and fries were both super delicious and 110% I would order them both again. I was in during happy hour(s) and since they had them on the menu, you know I had to try them, the crispy cauliflower wings (vegan) and they were delicious. The vegan version of the cauliflower wings swap the blue cheese for vegan shreds and they are a close to the top pick for cauliflower wings around the valley for me; I'm starting to feel like there are so many good choices for cauliflower wings that it's tough to pick a favorite! I will certainly be back again, I'm already salivating over the thought of eating more of these tacos! read more

Where to start??? If you're looking for Nacho Libre on his day off I'd hang out here for a bit, there's a good chance he drops in. The food is seriously amazing. I had a large group with kids and adults and everyone was taking care of... bowls, burritos, kids stuff... all amazing. read more

I have been to Dilla Libre Phoenix many times and it's always great. The staff, atmosphere, customer service & food are always on point. You are always greeted with chips & salsa to tide you over until your order. Chickpea chorizo tacos Chickpea chorizo, potatos, pico de gallo, Tapatio crema, vegan cotija cheese with chips and salsa. Vegan Mac Daddy dilla vegan mac & cheese, chickpea chorizo, pico de gallo, vegan cheese. I have never been to the Scottsdale location but now that I'm in Chandler it's closer so I will definitely be going to that location. read more

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Great find (though it was recommended by a friend). Food was great, Will definitely be back!

Service is amazing and the place is cute. However, while they offer a seemingly different variety of "gourmet" quesadillas that sound amazing (Steak and Bleu, Chupacabra), they all seem to taste the same. They are also deep fried so expect a greasier version of the typically tried and true quesadilla. read more

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What a fun funky place!!! The food was excellent and service was great. Great Horchita and you get to keep the mason jar it comes in! Went there on a Sunday evening with family before a big surgery and everyone really enjoyed it!! We will be back next time we are in town! read more