I had gotten some pastor tacos and they weren't what I expected. Not much flavor, only with the sauce. Looks like a white taco. Overall Mid tasting and way too expensive. I got 10 tacos for $40. cmon bruh. Imma still eat them cause I paid for them but I wouldn't get them again. read more

Tacos... all the tacos were cold. We waited approximately 15 mins for 4 tacos. Literally, the most simplest item on the menu. We sampled the tacos which disappointed greatly!!! Meat was not fresh and lacked taste the table cleanliness was questionable :( A Bust! read more

El Patron Supermarket - Tacos - Mexican Near Me - Bartow, Florida

Unexpected surprise. I went here looking for a specific drink and decided to try the food. I was pleasantly surprised I had tacos tamales and pork flautas and everything was delicious. It was a Sunday night and the place was pretty empty just a few patrons. read more

El Patron Supermarket - Flauta plate - Mexican Near Me - Bartow, Florida

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Incredible authentic Mexican food! Our first time here and we loved it! I got the chicken enchiladas. Four enchiladas were accompanied by rice and refried beans for about $10. The only thing that could make it better would be to get chips and salsa! read more

Amazing!! I love this place!! If you are looking for good authentic tacos with amazing service and hospitality this is your stop! You can also get some groceries on your way out or do some shopping while waiting on your tacos! So good!! read more

I LOVE THIS PLACE FOR THE FOOD, THE PEOPLE, and JUST BECAUSE... Even though I have been eating here for over 10 years, I still feel like it's a HIDDEN GEM in Bartow! Great Mexican food! The way to do it is ... get your drinks from the coolers on the left side of the store first before you go to the counter to order (unless you are going to get fruit water). My favorites are the quesadillas (which I have them add pico di gallo to in) and the tostados. However, everything I get there has been great! read more

Food is remarkably low priced. A hidden gem, burritos for $5.99? more than I could eat. Excellent quick lunch, 10 minute order time, wow. It's located within a multi-use supermarket, they have a Latino bakery, beer and wine, Deli and Food truck commercial supplies. read more

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If I can get this place, more stars I would. Super friendly and fast service. The employees were super attentive. The food looked and tasted amazing. The place is clean and orderly. read more

Highly recommended. Food is fresh. I've ordered from El Patron Supermarket for years now. Consistently, the food is fresh. Ingredients are fresh and good quality. Tamales run out quickly! They are excellent! Anything on the menu will not disappoint. The variety of pastries and breads, it is difficult to choose a few. Cakes are sooooo fresh! Dessert tres leches is a winner every time for me. I just wish they added a little more liquid to moisten it. Though it's still great! Service: Friendly. In years I've only had 1 order was not perfect. Cleanliness: Good. Especially now (post Covid era). All surfaces are regularly cleaned. Including the floors. Even when we travel, we make it a point to stop at El Patron for our favorite Mexican food on our way in and out of town. read more

El Patron is the definition of a hidden gem. This Mexican restaurant/supermarket is housed in an old supermarket plaza, which at first glance appears abandoned but is home to authentic flavorful Mexican food. I have visited on a handful of occasions and have always had a good experience. I've had their tacos, tostadas, tamales, and chips and guacamole, all of which were fantastic. The meat used in the dishes is always tender and flavorful and the veggies are fresh and crisp. read more

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This was a great place to grab some cheap tacos! My friends and I went a few days ago and they are open for dine in and take out. I ordered 4 al pastor tacos and a pineapple juice. My whole meal was about $8 which was a great deal. In this store they also have groceries and a bakery inside. read more

I was introduced to El Patron Supermarket by a co worker. I moved from California and missed the Mexican restaurants/Grocerystores. When it comes to Hispanic food, I am a big fan of Stews/Caldo Soups more so than tacos burritos or Fajitas. El Patron helps my homesickness. I can usually find everything needed for home cooked Mexican food there. And the food us awesome. It is a bit more expensive than another similar establishment but it is nicer and cleaner. The staff is friendly and helpful. Feels like home! read more

This is a great place for authentic Mexican food. It's not only a restaurant but you can get your poultry and groceries here and they also have a bakery! So many options and I have never been disappointed with anything I've gotten here. Staff is amazing and the food is absolutely delicious and a great price!! read more

If you haven't seen their selection of Mexican pastries, you are missing out. Delicious! I buy the huge, crunchy gems for my team. For half the price of swinging through the big box donut chain, we enjoy wonderful authentic Mexican treats. Hot menu is delicious as well, but the pastry case...a rare find in these parts. read more

Quick authentic and super tasty. Pretty easy to tell when you walk in how well the food is liked based on the number of people. Definitely worth a stop if you had been giving it a thought. read more

El Patron for the win!! In Bartow for work, didn't want to stop for fast food. So I came across El Patron Supermarket after a little research. This place is kind of hidden behind a gas station but is certainly worth the effort. I walked in, and was literally impressed. At first sight, there is a tasty rack of baked treats, and just a little further back is restaurant. They offer tacos, burritos, taquitos, and tamales. I had a steak torta with a side of beans and rice. The Mexican style sandwich was phenomenal. The beans were cooked perfectly, but the rice was dynamite. The red and green salsas were delicious. There are tables for dining in, but I was able to grab lunch to go. This place is so good I'll be back tomorrow!! read more

Thanks, YELPers! A great find, hidden behind a Citgo at 17 and Georgia St. I'm now part of the secret club that has found this place. I enjoyed the grocery, the restaurant & the bakery. They have a lots of pan dulce (bakery sweets) baked daily, costing 80 cents to $1.25. The conchas, guava pastry & strawberry pastry melted in our mouths! Fresh and soft. (under $5 is cash only) they have a case full of tres leches cakes. Smalls run $30 and look deliciosa. Mexican pastries are less sweet than we're used to and a joyous change. Tres leches slices are $3.50 in the cold case and melt in your mouth moist with a pecan middle layer. They also have chocolate flan! The grocery is full of Mexican imports, some found now cheaper in regular groceries but lots of authentic gems, pinatas, spices and flavors for your culinary delights. Also fresh fruits, veggies & a deli. There are 16 pictured items on the restaurant wall board with no prices, prices run just under $10 for platters and about $2 as ala carte. No paper menus--ignore those photos I chose a corn & a flour tortilla ($1.49, $1.89). Order at the counter, they bring to table or call out your name. They were both fresh and delicious with the tiny corn tortilla reminding me of "locals" Mexican restaurants when I was there. Tamales, yum. Grilled shrimp is great. Chicken & black bean nachos were delish. Refried beans, well-flavored. Green sauce was perfect, Red sauce was too hot for me. Girl said it "depended on the chilis used that day" as to hotness. You pick a soda from the grocery or order a fruit juice at the counter. Pineapple water scooped from a bucket for $1 was great. The staff was friendly, helpful and spoke English. The pastries, the restaurant and the staff are all 5-star. The lack of pastry names/labels, lack of transparent menu pricing and no sign out front are keeping me from calling it "perfect". CONCERN. *Keep an eye on the pastries, sometimes they are old and dried from standing out a week and the serving trays for picking up pastries are filthy. Also, be aware in the parking lot. read more

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This place has Real Mexican food. I'm from Texas and I've tried all the Mexican restaurants and little Hispanic stores that cooks food, nothing compares to this place. It has that texmex taste and tortillas are hand made with thus awesome fluffy texture. Finally found the real deal here. Must come and try the tacos! Hell ya! read more

i love this place amazing food and amazing pan dulce. it's a very clean place. it always smells and looks clean. they have amazing respectful staff. the have amazing drinks they allow you 2 taste before buying. read more

If you want authentic Mexican food. This place is the place to go. They speak English and it was very good food

Great paneria is you're looking for Mexican sweet bread. They got great hot deli there too. Staff is always friendly.

Their customer service is horrible I came in to try to buy certain stuff and they told me to wait 20 minutes because you're too busy to take my money. After I've been standing there for 15 minutes read more

Love their bread, stays soft longer than other places. All the food is good as well. People are always friendly and nice.

Love this place! I try to eat here each month when I'm working in the area. Great price, great taste, quick, clean & lots to choose from. I just had chocolate tres leches cake for the first time & omg it's amazing!! read more

The horchata here is to die for and the food is great and authentic! I was impressed by the prices too! My husband and I are from Minnesota, and every time we come visit family we go to get the horchata MULTIPLE times. They also have fun pastries and authentic Hispanic candies, which is a really cool cultural experience. The feel of the establishment also resembles an an authentic Hispanic market, which I love!!! Highly recommend!!! read more

Best tacos I have ever had. I am from North Florida and nothing compares. I was iffy on the tripe tacos but sure glad I got two.

There are many choices on the menu. My colleague brought me here for lunch. If you don't know where the restaurant is, it will be difficult to find. The service is fast and friendly and the food is awesome and authentic. The sauce and melted cheese on the burritos - that is warmed completely through make their burrito surprmo tasty There's also a fresh bakery in the store that makes some of the yummiest guava pastries that exist. read more

Very good traditional Mexican food. We buy the carne asada by the pound. Comes w/tortillas, toppings, and hot sauce.

Friendly people. Both English and Spanish speaking. Delicious authentic Mexican food. Plus it's also a Mexican supermarket. They are closed on Tuesdays. Only open till 8 pm. read more