El Gallo Giro

4.6 (16 reviews)

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Open • 10:30 am - 8:30 pm

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Bryn A.

First time at this Location. From California, huge taco fans here. Ordered six tacos and 1 quesadilla. Amazing. Just like home. The salsa slaps, the Jamaica slaps, the asada slapped my taste buds so hard. Definitely recommend. And come with an appetite because you will leave no crumbs.

Three street tacos (asada, al pastor, carnitas)

Absolutely perfect street tacos! I've been back a few times now and will definitely return

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M T.

2 days ago

The best restaurant in all of Springfield. I've never been upset about a review until I read the one star review on here, couldn't be further from the truth. People that have lived outside of Missouri and have had access to real Mexican food will instantly know it's the real deal from just their salsas and rice/pinto beans. This place is a 5/5. read more

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This place is great. Lunch on a Wednesday is a crowd of Spanish speaking workers on lunch break, enjoying an amazing meal, sprinkled with some white folks reliving their last Cancun Vacation. Tacos are authentic. Everything you could want, including tongue, cheek, and head cheese. Great prices for a flavor typically found on the other side of a plane ride. Good Luck to the owners as they manage this gem of a read more

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Noah S.

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1 year ago

I want to start by mentioning that this local restaurant just opened up not too long ago and I decided to give it a try! I was super impressed. The service was amazing and super fast as I placed a to go order. The places seemed busy the entire time as well. The food was great. I had a chicken burrito and two street tacos of which I am unaware the kind of meat that I had because I asked them to give me their best, then promptly forgot to ask what it was. Overall it was all great, I do wish they had chips to serve as well. read more

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Selina R.

11 months ago

Tacos tasted like I was back in Mexico ! I moved here from southern California and it definitely reminds me of home so happy to have some good authentic food that doesn't disappoint! read more

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Bryn A.

2 years ago

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Cristian H.

11 months ago

The food was amazing! I had Mexican tacos from Chicago's Little Village, and they come very close to the real deal. If you want great Mexican food, this is the place! read more

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Ruth H.

11 months ago

Best tacos in Springfield! We moved our daughters to MO State and stopped by for dinner. This place did not dissapoint, great flavor and service. 1,000% recommend read more

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Bruce M.

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Just getting into food business, counter help speaks broken English and couldn't give a std receipt BUT meal was quite tasty - steak sandwich std fare but the BREAD is fantastic being crisp outside/soft and moist inside. Not sure I'd return but give'm 3-stars for effort.. read more

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LeaAnna G.

1 year ago

Absolutely perfect street tacos! I've been back a few times now and will definitely return read more

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Sarah S.

2 years ago

It's like being back in Mexico. The special quesadilla is very authentic large corn tortilla filled with cheese and meat. The tacos were fantastic and we also tried the burrito harina with Al pastor with rice and beans soo good. Very authentic. read more

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Darla H.

2 years ago

When the business first opened we went at lunch and everything good but was disappointed last night we should have left when we first walked in and an employee was sitting on a prep table next to the grill and seen the sauces on the counter dried up. The large burritos are made store bought tortillas unlike the street tacos tortillas that are fresh made. read more

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Lidia M.

2 years ago

The service is great and the staff is friendly. The food was delicious. Authentic Mexican cuisine. I loved the paintings on the wall.

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Schuyler D.

2 years ago

Best Street Taco in Town. I got the Carne Asada tonight and it didn't let me down. Goin back for the Al Pastor.

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Benjamín N.

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2 years ago

My wife and I went to this restaurant and it didn't disappoint so this is the best Mexican restaurant in Springfield that I have tried. They make there food fresh It come out of there kitchen hot. The had really good salsas they reminded me of what my mom makes truly worth going back. The girl that took our order was patient with us when we got there we took our time to order and she helped with some suggestions I will definitely be going back. read more

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Mister B.

2 years ago

Authentic Mexican food that is great tasting and freshly made. Staff is very friendly and welcoming. A great place to stop in for lunch or to take home dinner. I definitely would recommend stopping by. Quality is everything! read more

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Abigail S.

2 years ago

The food was amazing and the most authentic Mexican food spot in Springfield! The young lady up front helped recommend food because I was indecisive. I got a burrito with carne asada and Al pastor. It was amazing! Definitely will be back! read more

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2040 S Glenstone Ave
Springfield, MO 65804
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(417) 773-7369
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What time does El Gallo Giro open?

El Gallo Giro opens at 10:30 AM on Monday, Wednesday, Thursday and Friday.El Gallo Giro opens at 10:00 AM on Saturday and Sunday.

What time does El Gallo Giro close?

El Gallo Giro closes at 8:30 PM on Monday, Wednesday and Thursday.El Gallo Giro is closed on Tuesday.El Gallo Giro closes at 9:30 PM on Friday and Saturday.El Gallo Giro closes at 3:30 PM on Sunday.

Mon, Wed-Thu 10:30 AM - 8:30 PMTue ClosedFri 10:30 AM - 9:30 PMSat 10:00 AM - 9:30 PMSun 10:00 AM - 3:30 PM

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Yes, El Gallo Giro serves alcohol.

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Yes, El Gallo Giro has parking options.

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Yes, El Gallo Giro has free WiFi.

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Tracey R.

1 year ago

Food flavor and portion was great. It's a small, quaint little space. The small dining area is comfortable and the murals are hand painted beautifully. I had the Taco Especial de Carnita. I'm glad I only ordered one. It's big! The tortilla is homemade and the pork is done properly. It's seared on the grill in chunks, not simmered and pulled like some places. My husband had the chicken street tacos. The chicken was so well seasoned. They had several choices of salsa. The green is mild but so tasty. The red, spicy is warm, but not overly so. We were very happy with everything we ordered. Would definitely go back again. read more

Kerri C.

1 year ago

The BEST STREET TACOS I'VE EATEN IN MY LIFE. I'm obsessed. These are the best tacos anywhere. Pork and steak are my favorite. read more

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