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.

We went to Viva Tequis on Cinco de Mayo. It was a thirty minute wait but well worth my time. They…read morestay open later than most restaurants so they get an extra star for that. The restaurant is clean and casual with friendly and attentive staff. The food was well seasoned and delicious. My steak was a little tough and gristly but the flavor was there. Everything else was on point. No chips and salsa was offered while we waited. This was my second visit here and I will go again.

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!

Stopped at this establishment for a quick bite to eat and was immediately sat down at a table. I…read moreordered fajitas and a water. Waited was very nice and friendly. Food was hot when it came out and they give you more than enough for one person. They play music inside but not too loud that you can't hear others talking so the vibe was good. I would definitely recommend 10/10

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

I rarely leave negative reviews, but Tacos Perronas Doña Mary in Bessemer City absolutely earned…read morethis one. From the moment we walked in, the place felt dirty. There were bugs crawling on the floor, and the tables were sticky enough to glue your napkin down. They actually charged us for water, which felt absurd considering the condition of the restaurant. And don't expect any drink refills -- they never offered, not once. My friend ordered birria tacos and was given a plate of greasy, fatty meat that wasn't even in taco form. It looked nothing like what was advertised, and certainly didn't taste like birria. The whole thing felt lazy and thrown together. Between the poor hygiene, lackluster service, and bizarre food, we left feeling disappointed -- and honestly a bit grossed out. I won't be back, and I wouldn't recommend it to anyone. There are much better places in Gastonia where you can get real tacos and decent service.

Never been here before but I was surprised rises with the food and service. I got there around 5…read moreand was greeted immediately by a host. Got my table and ordered after a few minutes. I ordered chicken, beef and shrimp with peppers over rice. It was served with warm tortillas and it came out hot and very good. They also served you with chips and dip. The thing that I really liked was the salsa bar they had. There were probably six choices of salsas from mild to hot. I tried several the they were really good. The stall kept walking around to fill your beverage and also to see if you needed anything. The atmosphere was great and not too many people at this time. The restaurant as clean and nicely decorated. I have noticed that there always seems to be a crowd there during mealtime, so I wanted to try. I will be back another time. Great meal and service.

Some of the food is good. The service sucks they are slow and don't come back but maybe once if…read moreyou're lucky. They do give you a good bit of food though. The place is pretty nice.

*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.

Lots of menu selections - all looked authentic and delicious. We had the table side guacamole,…read morequeso dip, carnitas, sizzling chicken salad (can't remember the name but it was like a chicken fajita atop a salad) kids meals (corndog and Mac and cheese). All were yummy and huge portions. There is a salsa bar with 8ish varieties to choose from. We stopped here on our way out of town after flying into Charlotte, and we plan to eat here on the way back.

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.

I'm really surprised I'm the first to review this little place attached to a gas station. The…read morepatrons as well as the staff are pretty authentic and that's always a great sign when ordering Mexican food. I just came in for a quick snack. The tacos aren't cheap. About $3.50-4 each. At $12 for 3 tacos, I started looking to see what else I could get for that kind of money and saw the description of their tortas. It sounded amazing and oh, it was so good. Also, it was a ton of food per dollar. Lots of meat, green and red sauces, plenty of lettuce and tomato. I have a friend that lives down the road from here that I visit often. She is an amazing cook, but she is a vegetarian. Sometimes I crave meat, so I'll be coming back here A LOT. You should too!

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.

Not sure what the hype about this place is but I did not have the best experience after seeing a…read more"custom amount" of $1.95 on my receipt even after leaving the tip in Cash. The mini tacos al pastor where good but the carne asada mini taco tasted like milk