Easy 5 stars after visiting on Cinco de Mayo! This place was ready for crowds and seated our party…read moreof 4 with no issues. My breakdown: - Clean spot with a good amount of indoor/outdoor seating - Easy parking. Huge lot out back - Friendly staff that made us feel welcome - Food menu is unique. I'll cover that below - Amazing margaritas made with lime juice - Excellent prices including daily specials FOOD: - Outstanding taco options including lengua (tender), nopales, etc. - Food portions are LARGE - Plenty of vegetarian options - Fresh ingredients - Elote and Esquites No cons with this spot. Must try in Gastonia. I am looking forward to going back and trying new stuff.

Would not recommend. Overpriced, underseasoned and staff that does not make any efforts…read more *We had the elotes ($12 for two cobs of corn) and they were overcooked *The burrito was nothing to write home about. The birria-ramen bowl was promising and cooked well... but very little flavor. It's like they were short on something. Chips not included. No hot sauce at the table, sparse napkins. Didn't deliver my silverware until my meal (not included with appetizer). No smiles, nothing. Won't come back

We came in at around 3pm on a Monday afternoon and were immediately seated in comfortable booths…read more Our waiter Chris was great and friendly. The music was good. The food came out hot, fresh, and quick. My husband got the skirt steak quesadillas and I got the veggie fajitas. We also got guacamole (they freshly made it for us tableside) and queso blanco for our chips and salsa. We loved our time here and we will definitely be back!

So delicious and the service was wonderful! I've been eating at the location in Charlotte for years…read moreand this was my first time going to the Gastonia location and it did not disappoint! I loved the live music also!

FOLLOW UP TO PREVIOUS REVIEW:…read more After my horrible experience at the Bessemer Location, I phoned the other location (Hudson Rd) to get the name of the owner and/or speak with a manager. Raymond answered but had to place me on hold 3x's. When he came back to the phone for the 4th time, he asked if I could again hold the line. In understanding that he was probably very busy, I respectfully declined and advised that I would call back tomorrow. To my surprise, My phone rang and it was Raymond with a wonderful young lady who translated my concerns per my horrible (customer service) experience at the Bessemer location. Not only did they show concern, empathy and disappointment in what I shared as a customer BUT went above and Beyond to make it right! Consideration, Amazing Customer Service and a wonderful attitude when dealing with such matters goes a long way. Thank you Raymond for quickly reminding me (per your actions) as to why I am and will be a loyal customer

Excellent food, particularly the torta that my mother and I had. Given that it initially lacked the…read morechili powder when we first received it, the elote was okay (can be seen in the photo). Keep in mind that I adore food and am a major foodie. So I can say with certainty that it is an elote and not an esquite as the waitress tried to correct us. There are two variations. One comes in a cup and is off the cob ("esquite"); the other is whole ("elote"). I gave the restaurant a 3 because, to be completely honest, our waitress was terrible. She occasionally rolled her eyes. did not care to serve us honestly, and no menus were presented to us when we sat down. I had to ask for a menu as soon as I saw the young man handing one to the woman who entered after us. Additionally, he wasn't very good at wiping down the table, so I took the rag and did it. I'd visit at any time only for the food, but that kind of treatment is unacceptable. I did speak to Karen, the owner, but I don't think she really cared much. I'll see how it goes on my next visit. July 2023 We have returned multiple times since, and the owners have made changes with fresh paint and servers. Nice little place to sit and enjoy a meal with someone. Our most recent experience was great. Karen, the owner, was amazing, and the food goodness I don't have complaints. This is true authentic Mexican cuisine. My husband is obsessed with the horchata.

Family friendly, great food, waiter treated us like family, will definitely be back. My grandkids…read morehad a great time as well.

This was simply the best I've tasted in a looooong time. My food was very hot and NOT greasy. You'd…read morethink that it would be. Nope! Not here. This was all on a Sunday night around 8:00pm at night!!

*Updated Review* January 6, 2025…read more We were invited back by the owner to experience the exciting changes made to the restaurant, and I am happy to say it was a complete turnaround from my previous visit. It is clear that these updates have made a big difference. Starting with the exterior, the restaurant now boasts a fresh coat of paint and a new entry arch, giving it a clean and welcoming look. Inside, they have removed the buffet to add more tables, creating a more spacious and modern feel. There is also a new bar area where guests can enjoy drinks while watching games on the TVs. The tabletops have been updated, and the décor beautifully complements the murals, creating a cohesive and inviting atmosphere. One standout addition is their bakery, which offers fresh-baked goods made on-site. The updated menu is visually appealing, and the food quality is top-notch, making for an exceptional dining experience. For the table, we enjoyed the Bandeja Antigua--a platter with 1 chuchito, 1 tamal, 1 tostada with guacamole, 1 tostada with beans , 1 tostada with tomato sauce, 2 plantain rellenitos, 2 crispy chicken tacos , 2 chicken empanadas, and Chapin-style enchiladas. My husband and neighbor tried their Charro Beans and fell in love with the flavor. I tried their special ceviche--fish , octopus , shrimp , red onions , tomatoes , cilantro, and cucumber. It came in a beautiful boat-shaped bowl and was definitely flavorful. It was topped with sliced avocado . My husband had the Burrito California--rice , beans , grilled chicken , onion , tomato , and bell peppers topped with melted cheese . He definitely didn't complain. Something to note, though, is that if you order a burrito "a la Antigua," it includes rice, beans, lettuce, onion, cilantro, cream, and cheese inside the nurrito, not on the plate. My other neighbor ordered the Burrito Cheese Steak- Grilled steak, fried onions, inside the burrito, served with rice, beans, and cream salad, topped with melted cheese. Their vision remains centered on their team--motivated, dedicated individuals committed to providing excellent service to every guest. They genuinely value the community that supports them and strive to create meaningful connections. With a focus on sustainability, efficiency, and constant innovation, their mission is to bring people together and make every visit memorable and enjoyable. To further show their appreciation for the community, they offer a 50% discount to active military personnel, police officers, and firefighters, as well as a 10% discount for veterans. It's heartwarming to see their dedication not only to great service but also to giving back. We honestly had no complaints about the quality of the food or service; it was well worth the price, and the amazing tastes were a definite plus!!

Food was absolutely delicious!!! I never had beef tongue, I…read moreordered it on the gordita and it was the most tender amazing thing ever! The shrimp was cleaned so well and tasted great! The churro cheesecake was so delicious too! We have the service! The server Karla was super friendly and sweet! The ambience is very adorable! I love the aesthetic, everything inside is friendly and welcoming!

I don't know why Gastonia has so many "sit and be waited on" LatAm restaurants, and just a few…read morehumble tacquerias. I agree with other reviewers, if you're looking for a place like this, it'll meet your expectations. You can get some genuine items inexpensively and they have a modest menu that goes beyond the usual tacos and burritos. The ambiance of being in the back of a long building, with no windows, makes it feel a bit hole-in-the-wall ... but the seats and tables are tidy. If you're an anglo the staff will speak to you in English first. As a humble family kitchen, it serves it's niche here just fine.

For one the waitress was horrible.. the pozole and tacos had no flavor at all, the owner is bery…read morenice and friendly but nah i wouls not come here again.

I've been living in the area for almost 2 years and have driven by this restaurant countless times…read more I finally decided to give it a try and I was not disappointed!! I made an order to go. The young lady that took my order was extremely nice. The interior of the restaurant was surprisingly authentic to the culture. It was very clean and organized! I ordered Tres Leches for my friend and the young lady cut me a piece from a FRESH CAKE that had been delivered earlier that day. While I waited several people came in to sit down and there was also a big TO GO ORDER placed! My order smelled DELICIOUS and it absolutely was just that, DELICIOUS and I will be back! 10/10 hands down!

Otro almuerzo estupendo en Papa's. Joshua fue nuestro…read morecamarero e hizo que nuestra visita fuera MUY agradable. Fue muy amable, muy servicial y nos hizo sentir como viejos amigos. Bueno !! Gracias!!!

At one point I loved this restaurant, mainly when it was located in Aker's Center, but over the…read moreyears it's changed. The food quality has dropped, mediocre at best. The service has dropped in quality. And the overall feeling in the restaurant just feels like there's nothing to it. There's no experience left. I wish I could still give it a great review, but until I go again just to see what it's mounted up to, there's nothing more for me to say.

This place is 100% awesome, we stopped for lunch. 1st time visiting we just seen the sign and we…read morewere hungry. Mexican buffet was amazing my wife got the eat in plate however I just had surgery so I can not eat a lot at one time. They let me fill a to go box from the buffet. The food is really good, the server was new however very good. It was around 130 so lunch rush was over it was nice a quite. The place is older however it was very clean. The buffet was $12.99. I didn't mention the price until the end because the buffet wasn't good because it was cheap. The food was really good and I excepted to pay a lot more.

Got Door Dash…read more Delicious, shredded beef quesadilla perfect amount of cheese and meat mixture in a soft tortilla. Queso dip was fabulous. Their chips were stale and they didn't give complementary salsa with the chips Otherwise Highly Recommend.

So, I used to LOVE this place. But the other location. The one on Bessemer City Hwy. Well, that's…read morechanged and I am assuming they sold that location because it's nowhere as good as it used to be. I went there the other day and the Carne Asada was a soy sauce marinade. NOT GOOD! Please let me know if it changes hands.

Mamacitas food truck is great for a quick yet delicious bite to eat…read more I love coming here with my mom to enjoy some amazing tacos . I've had the torta sandwich, and it's always flavorful. My husband loves the burritos and the sauce. Oh, and the freshly made churros are super good. I also enjoy the horchata (rice milk) almost every time I come. Thank you for the consistently amazing customer service as well. April 9th, 2024... I just enjoyed the Taco Tuesday special of three tacos with a soda for $5.99, and I thoroughly enjoyed the tacos al pastor (pork) with extra cilantro. My husband is more of a fan of the asada (steak) tacos , and he loves the red sauce because it has a nice kick. It's great that in 2024, you still have options to enjoy something different that won't break the bank. I was just pondering how interesting it is that there can be many places with similar cuisines yet be so different. What I may enjoy here, another person may enjoy elsewhere, and I think that's the beauty of food.

Disgusting. In ordered quesadillas and got nothing but cheese and a little bit of chopped chicken…read moreand grease. I would no recommend at all no love put into it.