El Primo Taqueria in McKinney is excellent! I can't believe we haven't tried this place before (they are about to celebrate 24 years). We were looking for somewhere to eat and saw a bunch of cars in their parking lot and decided to try it - a very good move. They are a in a modest setting (classic Taqueria), but the food was fantastic. We ordered a tacos of al pastor & lengua, 4 birria tacos, 3 gorditas - 2 of lengua and one of chorizo, along with a chile toreado and 2 Topo Chicos. The had a mild green sauce and a spicier orange sauce along with a bowl of pickled jalapenos, carrots and onions on the table (see photos). While the tacos were good, what really stood out were the gorditas - they may be the best ones I have ever had. They almost looked like they were grilled but they were fried they were not fooling around - just onions, cilantro, & the meat that you picked inside. Outstanding! (I later find out that they make their own chorizo). The birria - queso tacos were also excellent, but the consume (dipping sauce) was fantastic. It had a bit of onions and cilantro, and it was just a little bit spicy - not greasy at all. Value wise, this place rocked. The tacos were $2.19, birria sold in either 3 ($9.99) or 4 ($12.99). The gorditas were also sold 3 at a time for $9.59 or $10.99 depending on your meat selection. The service was also great! We dined in and they brought menus and took our orders and asked us several times if we needed anything. This place also has a Mexican Market and Butcher shop where they make their own chorizo, milanesa's, and cecina. The quality of the meat looked very good so we bought a couple of pounds to try it. If you like authentic Mexican Taquerias, you need to give El Primo a try. read more

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Food was genuinely terrible, everyone I was with agreed. Steak and chicken both. Terrible service the server was rude and rushed us the whole time. If you don't want to waste your money avoid this place at all costs. read more

Deliciosa auténtica comida Mexicana!!Las masa de las gorditas crujiente, sabor fresco y nada grasosas. Comimos pastor, chorizo, carnitas y birria; todo con buen sabor. El servicio amable y rápido. Delicious authentic Mexican food!! We loved the gorditas, the masa (dough) was greasy, crispy and not greasy. We tried chorizo, carnitas, pastor and birria and all had good flavor. The service was prompt and friendly. read more

Ordered 4 birria tacos and consumme; I thoroughly enjoyed the flavor. The only complaint I have is that the tacos didn't come with much meat. The food was ready extremely quick, we only waited about 10 'mins max!! Everyone was really nice. The location is a local Mexican taqueria; very authentic ambiance. My husband opted for the chicken tacos and said it was lacking flavor. I will be back. read more

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Awesome menudo! Quick, friendly service. Walked in, ordered to go had the food in just a few minutes. Got it to go.

Been coming here since I was a kid and it is my favorite go to spot for tacos. Staff is very friendly to me and my family, and the food is great! read more

They are the best family owned local restaurant for street tacos in McKinney . The family that runs it are great and they have kept the same kitchen staff for years. It is where the locals eat. read more

There is a reason people say that you can find some of the best food in the smallest of places. The tacos were amazing. Traditional and full of flavor. Everyone was extremely friendly. Very quick service and the prices are a steal. I will go back to try more of the menu. read more

El Primo - the inside of a store with tables and chairs - Convenience Stores Near Me - Mc Kinney, Texas

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I am on personal quest to find the best taco in the DFW metropolitan area. I will be rating my opinion based on three criteria's. 1. Is as good Sanora style taco. 2. Does it taste good without salsa. 3. Originality to be fair to TEX-MEX style. I will only order beef, pastar, or carnitas since these are the main tacos most people order. Beef Taco was dry and oily which is a characteristic of a street taco sanora style but dryness of the beef was not 2 Pastar taco was much better with a fatty taste however it was not sliced of the kabobs which is a characteristic of pastor 3 star read more

El Primo - a plate of tacos and a bowl of pickles - Convenience Stores Near Me - Mc Kinney, Texas

This place is always packed, so we stopped in for a quick snack. It's part store and part restaurant. If you plan to eat there, you can just sit down and someone will take your order. That part could be a little more clear as there is actually another counter where the guy is making the tacos... I got the carnitas and barbacoa, without the onions and cilantro on top. They were both pretty good, but a little greasy (even for that style.) They have two salsas on the table, neither of which were as spicy as I would like, but I am a white girl so maybe they didn't bring out the good stuff. The tortillas seemed fresh and were nicely toasted. I'll stop back by, but get something different. Maybe flautas. :) read more

El Primo - Carnitas and Barbacoa. Pretty good, but a little greasy. - Convenience Stores Near Me - Mc Kinney, Texas

We pass by this place all the time, so we decided to check it out when we had a craving for tacos. It is always packed, so that's a good sign in my opinion. We came in and were a little confused as where to go, but one woman who works there came to assist us. Prior to that, we had walked over to the meat market area. They look to have a good assortment of meats for purchase there. We didn't get any that day, but may be back to get some. They also have a small grocery area as well. Anyway, the woman told us we could go have a seat and she'd bring us menus. There were many tacos to choose from as well as other Mexican dishes. I selected the chicken and the beef fajita tacos. We both ordered ours without cilantro and onions. The tortillas were fresh and tasty. The fajita meat was cooked perfectly and seasoned very well. I do think it's hit or miss on the grease factor, but my tacos were not greasy. Other meats were though. We also had two bottles of sauces to try with our tacos. I wasn't really a fan of either of them. Need more heat in my sauce. Overall, the tacos were good, not great. I know, I know... Maybe if I liked cilantro that would have helped the flavor. Not sure if I'll check it out again or not since there are lots of taquerias in that area. May check out others before coming back here. read more

El Primo - Beef and chicken fajita tacos without cilantro and onions - Convenience Stores Near Me - Mc Kinney, Texas

Amazing authentic Mexican food! Have been dying to try a place where I felt at home and this place is definitely it! 10/10 recommend !!

Great authentic Mexican food, tacos filled with meat. One of the best taco place in all McKinney.I highly recommend this place. Not only is it a local taco joint but a meat market / carnicería too with all its meat cut to the satisfying portion not just fat like the other places. From fajita to cecina they have it all. read more

Amazing authentic Mexican food! I was practically starving so popped in and sat at their café. They now have Birria Tacos! And let me tell you, absolutely incredible flavor. The consomé was made to perfection! There are multiple options for food and I have made it my mission to try each and every one of them! They have a mini mart inside as well to purchase simple groceries and beers. If you want to purchase meat, there's a meat counter in the back for all the best cuts for Mexican cuisine. I recommend everyone to check this place out! You wont regret it! read more

If you want real actual Mexican food, no doubts the nest place. Tacos are delicious, enchiladas are not spicy but great flavor, torta delicious also.... without a doubt DELICIOUS read more

This is actually El Primo Carniceria/Taqueria. Reminds me of a shop you may find in Rosarito. I ended up getting some Carne asada to grill because I'm looking for a good spot for that. The meat was tender but the marinade was okay. They also sell tacos and other things so I will need to go back and check them out for that too. read more

El Primo - Lil México right here - Convenience Stores Near Me - Mc Kinney, Texas

First time here on a recommendation and I wish I would've come by sooner. Have to make up for lost time and lost tacos. I had the tacos de harina (flour for you momos in Rio Linda) and they were deliciosos. I had one carnitas, one fajita, and one pastor. Have to work my way down the menu one plate at a time. It's a little slice of Mexico in the heart of McKinney. read more

I just walked into this restaurant to give it an opportunity. No employees were around and the coke vendor guy was more helpful than staff. Is it a restaurant? Is it a convenience store? Who knows because no one helped us so we left read more

El Primo is the restaurant that actually got me into authentic Mexican food. since then, I have been to just about every Taqueria in DFW and I can still say the El Primo is the best I have had yet. The tacos are phenomenal, the enchiladas are crazy good, and everything else is delicious. I'm hate that I moved away because I used to go here several times a week. lol read more

This place is seriously amazing! If you want truly authentic Mexican food this is the place to eat. Everything I've tried is delicious. They have even expanded their menu recently to add seafood, which made me excited. It is inexpensive too. The staff is made up humble women that always do their best to serve their customers. My fiancée and I come here often and when I told them that she is trying to learn more Spanish they started practicing with her and made her comfortable to speak it without judgement. Honestly, you should try this place out. You won't regret it. read more

Only place you will find authentic genuine food that tastes 5 stars! You can't find food like this at any restaurant or fast food. The employees are so nice and get your food fast and fresh!! Highly recommend read more

I truly love the food and most time thr customer service is great. But the last time i went the heavy set lady wasnt to pleasant. The rest of the times its been awsome. I just hope that lady had a bad day,because i really love the food i drive from dallas just tobget the fire tostadas... read more

This little dive is absolutely humble in appearance, yet the food is outstanding and authentic. Excellent tacos and perfect flautas. The menudo is perfectly seasoned and not too greasy. El Primo is the only place I know that pickles it's own jalapeños with thick sliced crunchy carrots that are without parallel. Rice and beans are completely authentic as well. If you like Tex-Mex, go elsewhere but if you like true Mexican, you will be hard pressed to find a better place. read more

Place to go for authentic mexican food. Staff is extremely friendly. I love their tortas,sopes, and quesadillas

I simply love this place! The food is excellent, authentic Mexican fare and the prices are great! Don't be put off by the surroundings. Read the review by Carlos. It is spot on. read more