Oh pilgrim, your search has ended. Long have I looked for the Mexican cuisine I came to love when I…read morelived out west. And where else but West Tampa/ Drew Park. This area continues to amaze with the quantity of awesome eateries or just how good they all seem to be. El Diamonte excels at the food I know and love. I've past this place hundreds of times on my way to work and today we tried it for lunch. It looks like just a small shack, inside the place is good size, bigger than I thought it would be. All seven of us sat at one table and were served chips and salsa immediately. The waitress also brought two more salsas in squeeze bottles, one red (rojo) one green (verde) and both were packing some heat but not overpowering heat, great flavor. I ordered the three taco special, available with pollo, bizteca, carnitas or tongue (no thanks), with carnitas at $5.99 with rice and beans. A good menu selection is available. The food came out quickly even though there was only one waitress. Our food was brought out by the chef. What I was presented with was three lovely street type tacos full of pork, cilantro, onion and tomato. Sauced up with both hot sauces and I was in heaven. The tortillas were the freshest corn tortillas I have ever eaten. One of my guys got the Chile Relano and raved about it. Another got a burrito, it was huge, he loved it. My lunch with diet coke came to $7 and change. With $2 tip it came in under $10. And it was fabulous. El Diamonte will be placed on my "Don't Miss This Place" list. A mighty honor. Try it pilgrim, your search may end too.

This place is a gem that you would normally drive by because it's in the middle of Jack-shack city…read more It's right across from a place that's called the Playhouse theater which is an adult theater/gay bathhouse. So be aware that the location is downright terrible, because being in the middle of Drew Park is seedy business pun intended. So, I put my trust in Google to suggest someplace new for me to eat today and it brought me here. No one here speaks English so if you can't communicate with basic knowledge in Spanish it might be difficult for you to order food. Me being a huge food lover I have no issues with this, because I can order food in almost any language. One last thing to get out of the way. Not only is the location terrible but the building is a tad bit dumpy and dirty. I must say though the food shines and it came out fast plus the service was good. I got three tacos, rice, and beans for $7.99. The barbacoa meat was exquisite and Juicy. They're homemade sauces were superb. If you can get past the rough neighborhood and exterior of this place you will definitely have a meal you will enjoy.

Food was amazing. Very authentic. Quick and reasonably priced. Would definitely come here again !read more

Barbacoa tacos were very dry, I think the meat was old. Tamales were amazing and I think wrapped…read morein banana leaf, very fresh with big pieces of meat. Watermelon agua Fresca was on point. I would probably return if I'm in the area and try something else.

Nostalgic food and it has always. I def recommend the nachos and hard tacos. Been visiting this…read moreplace for many moons and it never disappoints. Convenient drive thru window and always friendly service. Inside is very old school with a walk up counter. Food takes time but it's certainly worth the wait.

Very disappointed in with this one. So I visited here today and to my surprise they raised the…read moreprices on everything and I noticed this sign on the counter, a 3% charge for using a card. Unfortunately we wont be back. This has to stop and the only way is to stop spending there. Very unfortunate!

It's been a good while since we ate amazing authentic Mexican food. The food was freshly made and…read morethe menu has something for everyone's taste. They have entrees and also Mexican craving treats (i got the tostielote). The gentleman working here was very sweet and professional. He explained what was on his menu clearly. Food came out quickly and was soooooo delicious. The place played beautiful Mexican music. The vibe was vibrant with colors, and very clean. I can't wait to come back to Tampa and eat here again. I Highly recommend!

The best hole in the wall restaurant! It's actually in a gas station. The service is good. Food is…read moredelicious, authentic, and reasonably priced! Loved the nachos and all their salsas. Still missing this spot and hope to go back soon!

A buddy of mine and I hit up the Tacos Gone Mobile location in the food court at Westshore Plaza…read morebefore a movie recently and could not have been more impressed. First, a couple of things for context. We were there around 7:30 in the evening and the mall closes around 8. It looked like all the food court spots were closing up, but the folks at Tacos Gone Mobile were happy to take our orders and assure us that they're usually the last ones in the food court to close up every night. Made a very good first impression! Taking a look at their menu, there's a lot to be excited about if you love Mexican cuisine. Their selection of proteins is truly impressive -- I'm not sure I've seen another Latin restaurant in the area that has as many options, honestly. Once you choose a protein, then you choose an entree, and from there you pretty much have your pick of any presentation you might want -- tacos, burritos, tortas, birria tacos, taco salads, you name it -- all cooked to order. For my first taste of their flavors, I went pretty simple -- steak birria tacos -- and I'm very glad I did. Now, as with most birria tacos, they're a little hard to pick up because the grilled tortillas get a little soft, especially if you dip them in the savory consommé broth they come with -- definitely get lots of napkins! But these tacos were absolutely bursting with flavor -- delightful. The chips they came with were terrific, too -- firm, crisp, capable of loading up with their delicious guac and not falling apart. My friend had similar things to say about the Supreme tacos he ordered. Also, do not skip on the sauces they serve up with your chips, especially the green sauce. Delicious, but it's a got a bit of a kick -- you've been warned! With so many options inside Westshore closing their doors, it's great to see someone bringing such a creative casual food experience to the food court space. My only regret coming away from this meal was that I didn't take pictures of what we ordered! I'll add some next time I'm there, and there absolutely will be a next time!

It is authentic! Impressed they had options like buche and cabeza. Good flavors. The red salsa is…read moremeh, very tomatoy, watery, and mild. The green is absolute fire. Spicier, great flavor, went well on everything. I had buche, pastor and asada. All good. The asada needed more or a char and more flavor. But sliced nice and thin and with the salsas pretty solid. Buche had great flavor, again, could have used more char but great. Pastor I wasn't a huge fan of the marinade. Very savory and I prefer spicy. But all in all very solid spot. It's in the mall food court so I didn't expect much. The aqua frescas are on point! Had a watermelon and it was perfect.. not too sweet. Refreshing in this heat and humidity. Highly recommend you try to support local/family run.

Authentic Mexican food for a reasonable price. This is a food truck with an outside area for…read moreseating with some covering.

Tacos Gone Mobile Authentic Mexican Food at University Mall in Tampa is a great place to go for…read morequality and delicious food when you are hungry and want something quick and good. I really like the variety and flavors of their different tacos and what they have to offer here. I have been happy with all of the orders that I have made from here.

This place will try to scam you BEWARE. I ordered through Uber eats and when I arrived to pickup my…read moreorder was not ready. They asked to see my confirmation two times and on the second time the woman "helping" pressed reorder without my consent/authorization. When I came back to complain they made excuses that it was the Uber eats system without taking accountability. I have come here for years and never had that happen. I will no longer be a customer.

This place was amazing!!!! Super delicious and affordable food. They do have a parking lot and also…read morekids meals. Super friendly and fast service. The owner was so sweet to my son and gave him a free clapping hand toy. My chicken with onions was delicious. The tortillas and beans were also on point. I want to come back and try more!!!

If you know, you know--and if you don't, let me put you on: this spot is serving up some of the…read morebest, no-frills pupusas in town. Pupuseria & Cafeteria Centro America is the real deal. No fancy décor, no overdone plating--just honest, soul-warming food the way abuelita would make it. We ordered a few pupusas revueltas and they were thick, cheesy, and crispy at the edges--just how you want 'em. Each bite was loaded with flavor, and they didn't skimp on the fillings either (respectfully, some of y'all out there are serving tortillas with trust issues). The curtido came bagged up and packed with crunch and tang--exactly what you need to cut through that melted cheese goodness. Prices are humble, portions are generous, and while it may be a small spot, the flavors are huge. Whether you're a pupusa purist or just learning what curtido even is--this little cafeteria deserves a big spot on your food map. Bonus points: you'll leave full, happy, and maybe even planning your return trip before you've finished your last bite.