Absolutely delicious food and vibe at this local gem. A very community centric space and wonderful,…read moreyet simple, options. Service was friendly, quick and efficient. Putting in on my list to go to again soon! Also, the bathroom is spacious and kind of like a community board (which they also have by the collection of hot sauces!!)

My friend and I had this place on our list and decided to try it for lunch. Unfortunately we left…read morevery dissatisfied. We both got the vegan birria tacos but they should rename it to veggie tacos so you can have better expectations regarding the texture. It's quite mushy and nothing like birria. The accompanying sauce is good but overall the taco isn't an enjoyable experience. The waiter was a pleasant guy and it's nice that the establishment is BYOB. Also it has such cute decor!

Easily the best tacos I've ever had in Philly. Very authentic. They do not skimp on the portions…read moreeither. Cash only spot that's open late. Definitely give them a try whenever you're in the area.

I used to come here all the time pre-covid and get their tacos. When I came back this time, it was…read moreessentially just as good as I remembered! We ordered the carne asada, chorizo, and al pastor tacos. All of them were so good but my favorite would have to be the chorizo. The tacos came with plenty of cilantro, onions, salsas, and even a jalapeno and grilled onion in each box! Unfortunately, no more cactus but I can't blame them. I don't know why I haven't gotten their tacos in a while but after having them recently, I was craving them for at least a week after that. 10/10 spot

Delicious, authentic tacos at a great price. The food is always fresh and flavorful. It's cash…read moreonly, but definitely worth stopping by if you want real tacos.

So my friend recommend this place to me and so I went. Small little hole In the wall place off of…read more9th street. The staff was ok they took my order and that was that. I ordered 2 set of tacos the carne asada and Fried pork. Idk if I went there on an off day but the tacos were just Dry AF. My friend got the torts sandwich which was good but even with the sauces I was given the tacos were DRY. Might be overhyped

Walking into Palenque was cozy and warming as I got my pickup order. The decoration made it feel…read morelike I was in a happy home ready to serve buss ass food flavortown. Watch your step, this place has TWO floors (technically). Elotitos (8.1/10) - Not only was this my first time having baby elotes (they were just cut in half), they were also roasted which brought a new flavor that I never got from an elote before. The spice was strong, the corn was sweet, and the crema was crema-y. I wish the toppings were more evenly distributed, with some bites being pure spice and others being only crema or neither spice or crema. Quesabirria (8.4/10) - Solid taco, they did not skimp out on meat or cheese, oh god it's everywhere. The tortilla had a nice crunch with each bite, and the meat had a lot of juice to offer. Peppers and onions were beautifully included on the side which gave a depth a flavor that matched nicely with these tacosssss. Consome (7.4/10) - When i first dipped my taco in the consome, I didn't really catch much flavor from it. But after trying it on its own, there was some level of richness which also felt nice to drink (very warming). I was surprised to discover some rice on the bottom which added extra levels of soupiness. I recommend soaking your tacos in the consome after every bite, which really deepens the flavor and moisture in the taco. While you're at it get some of that rice on there too. Light green sauce (8.5/10) - My go to sauce option for mexican food, this sauce did not disappoint. Bringing both flavor anddd spice to the table. The viscosity was on the watery side a little bit, and the spiceness level was higher than i anticipated. Light red sauce (8.7/10) - This sauce was spicier than I was prepared for, but the flavor was even spicier. The combination of creaminess and spice really did for me, making this a personal preference of mine over my usually favorite green sauce. A light taste of tomato and pepper highlights this sauce, the creaminess of the sauce blended superbly with the tacos cheesy creaminess. BEWARE, this sauce can overpower your tacos and you will feel a burning sensation in the mouth and possibly throat (although tempting do not drink it pls) Dark green sauce (5.7/10) - I wasn't aware of this sauce variant. bringing the green sauce flavor and adding a smoky twist to it was a bold choice indeed. In my humble opinion, this combo doesn't do it for me, with the smokiness overtaking the rest of the flavors and leaving your mouth confused and spicy. Dark red sauce (5.8/10) - On these tacos, this smoky red sauce was overpowering to the point where they clashed. Although i do see potential in this sauce with a better pairing (i.x. chicken). I do appreciate the spicy tone you get in its aftertaste, but the barbecueness of the flavor just takes away from the taco and almost makes you forget that you're eating one. This meal was one thoroughly enjoyed by yours truly, and only receiving a lower rating than usual because I was still hungry :( Inca Kola not included with this meal, just my personal touch. I do NOT recommend drinking this after drinking all the sauces... Overall meal score - 8.5/10

Quaint mexican restaurant and pleasant staff members. I ordered the Torta de Milanesa accompanied…read morewith 4 different salsa (this is the first time I've been given salsa to pair with my torta) and it was all incredible! I love the fact that I was given 4 different types of salsa which were all delicious with my torta which was already amazing on its own. This restaurant is a must try and I'd come back without hesitation again.

I used to go to Buena Onda regularly when I lived nearby, but it's been... years. I'm glad to see…read morethey've survived and are better than ever. The ordering system is fairly straightforward with screens at the entry showing the full menu, and further down 2 kiosks to place and pay for your order. If you order alcohol (margarita or beer), you need to present ID to the employees after placing the order. They run a very reasonable daily happy hour from 4-6pm! Today I tried the special (fish taco) and was blown away by how well the taco was cooked. The fish was tender, not overcooked, and very flavorful. The accompanying sauce, slaw, and other toppings were light and balanced the fish perfectly. I'm not a huge fan of fish tacos, but this one might convert me! I also ordered an old staple, the tuna dip, which was just like I remembered. My only disappointment was the margarita didn't come with the salt rim I ordered. As a fast casual concept, it's great for takeout for locals or tourists from the art museum area!

One of my faves! This is a great location near the Barnes museum, the library and the Parkway. It's…read morea fast casual type of restaurant, but with really good food! It's a nice place to stop if you want to grab a quick meal, but you can also sit for a while and relax. Takeout is also available. You order at the counter, they give you a number and bring your food to the table. There's a self serve drink station. The aqua Fresca is delicious! I love the tacos here. The fish tacos are my favorite. All the tacos have good little extras on them like pickled onions and avocado. That makes them extra special! Buena Onda also has an excellent happy hour! Tacos are three dollars margaritas are $6, chips and pico de gallo $1. Happy hour is every day 4 to 6. Seating is inside and outside. It has a lot of natural light. The bathrooms were very clean.

Yum! I'll let the picture do the speaking. Will definitely come here again! Beef sandwich and…read morestrawberry horchata

Had an innocent mix up in my pick up order. I went back in with hopes of exchanging for the right…read moreitem. I have to say Luis was beyond professional. He could not have handled it better if I wrote the script. This guy is an ACE !! It's not always about getting it right 100% of the time... but rather how you handle it when it goes wrong. Well done Luis !!

Amazing food. It's not the best tacos I've ever had but pretty good. Everything was extremely…read moreauthentic. The signature tacos were the best. I was able to order a huge plate of nopales and their refried beans tasted just right. I thoroughly enjoyed their horchata. They give you so much. It's the best I've had in a while. It tasted homemade! The beef soup wasn't the best but everything else was great!

This place does it right!! Exactly how we like it. The favors are strong and the service quick. The…read morestreet tacos are always fresh. And it's got a great atmosphere. Give it a try, you won't regret it!

The food was very delicious and very generous portion sizes for the price and location.read more

Fresh ingredients, tastes WAY better than chipotle. Definitely a new favorite of mine…read more I ordered a bowl for pickup and got the churros as well. The cashier asked if I had ever tried tres leches, which I hadn't, so he went ahead and gave me a slice on the house. And let me tell you it was TO DIE FOR. Must get it!