Located inside the grocery store, there is a small room to the right with very limited seating and counter space. There are also a couple tables and chairs outside, at least with warm weather. These tacos are SO GOOD and the price cannot be beat, $2.50 for steak and as you see, they are a good size and don't scrimp on the filling. It smelled so delicious I started eating and forgot to snap a pic for yelp! I don't make it up to the area much but if I ever do, you can bet I am going to stop by and snag more. read more

Ok, so we came upon this place by accident. Was in the area with my kids when we decided we could eat, but didn't necessarily want a proper sit-down dinner. We wanted something good and quick... and cheap. And at $2 a taco, this place definitely did the trick. They have a wide assortment of authentic taco fillings. We didn't get to try all of them, but everything we had was really good. This just means we need to come back and try more tacos! Everything is made to order and it's just a few minutes wait for super fresh and tasty food! Not a whole lot of seating area and they were pretty busy, so we took ours to go. Why is it that the hole-in-the-wall places always have the best food?? Definitely seeking El Senor next time we're in the area! read more

El Senor - Steak and chorizo tacos - Mexican Near Me - Painesville, Ohio

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True Mexican food! I've lived in Mexico and this is the real deal! Bonus is that it's attached to the Mexican grocery store that has great options and don't forget to stop in for some of their delicious Mexican pastries! read more

Love this place! Service is always so fast and prices are affordable! Definitely not a sit down restaurant but perfect for a quick street taco or meal to go! read more

El Senor - Bistec tacos with cilantro and onion- perfect street taco - Mexican Near Me - Painesville, Ohio

Best tacos in NE OH. I have gone to many places out here that are "authentic" and this by far the best tacos and tortas service is fast as well and the cooks are always friendly. Highly recommend for those that want a good taco or torta. read more

Best tacos in Cleveland. Don't waste your money going to other over priced tacos places. I've tried all the different tacos and they are all good. I can say with confidence wether you get the plate, tacos or sandwiches, you will be happy with your choice. read more

Highly recommend! Excellent food and great prices! A little hard to find because it's located in a grocery store but definitely worth it.

I like this place, tasty, affordable, and quick. It's a hole in the wall as part of a Hispanic grocery store. It's small, with just a few seats, but it has a real mom-and-pop, authentic feel. Definitely old school, but I like that. They don't seem to speak much English but that's all good. I was able to order from the menu which is in English also. I had three tacos, one chorizo, one chicken, and one beef. On all three I got with cheese. I thought the tortillas were very unique and tasty, soft but with a nice chew. The chicken was a little plain (or very lightly seasoned) for me, but it was juicy and good with cheese and some of the hot sauce that you can use as you like. (The condiments: cilantro, raw white onion, and sauces, you kind of just spoon yourself out of little plastic round tubs.) The beef and chorizo tacos I thought were very tasty. I did add cheese to all of mine, and I spooned some of the orange colored sauce on to them to give them a little bit of zing. The side of rice and beans were a good addition, they weren't amazing or anything, but they were hearty and did the job. This cafe is definitely affordable, a taco only being $1.75 and a quesadilla I believe $3.50. so I feel like I could probably spend around five bucks and get a tasty, and fulfilling lunch. As I said, the place is kind of old-fashioned, small, and informal. it's a hole in the wall, so nothing fancy here. And it's definitely not a chain or anything. however I thought the service was fast, the food was very tasty, and it was affordable. I liked the cook also. So I will definitely return probably often. read more

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Wey good and authentic tacos, The best around the area O live very far from this place and yet is worth the 30 mile drive. Try the asada and buche tacos Also they have like four or five different types of salsa All very good read more

El Senor - Mexican Near Me - Painesville, Ohio

Absolutely delicious!! This is more of a grab and go place. There is a table where you can eat, but this is not a traditional restaurant with seating. Plan on ordering at the register and taking it with you. Even with a little line, it goes quick and I love watching them cook/assemble right in front of me. I have never had better tacos or burritos!!! They ask if you want onions and cilantro on the tacos and they are so generous with the amount they top them with. And watch out for the salsas, they pack some heat, but are so worth it! If you are near Painesville, this spot deserves a visit. And don't be discouraged if you don't speak Spanish. There's a huge menu by the register you can point to! That's how I ordered the first time so I didn't sound stupid ordering :) And the nice woman taking my order smiled and nodded. read more

Another great experience today. I ordered the shredded beef tacos and boy were they delicious. The tacos came on corn tortilla shells. They tasted very fresh as did all the other ingredients. You were given the option to include onions, cilantro, and cheese. I had them all as well as the homage hot sauce they provide. The beef was very juicy. The hot sauce definitely has some kick to it. I highly recommend these tasty delights. read more

El Senor - Menu - Mexican Near Me - Painesville, Ohio

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I happily drive the 20 miles from Cleveland to Painesville for the tacos at El Senor's. They're classic taco-truck tacos but without the truck and they're the best in NE Ohio, bar none. I usually get the bistec (why mess with perfect simplicity), but I've also enjoyed the chorizo, pastor, and tinga pollo tacos. All of them amazing. And the prices are so much more reasonable than tacos in the city. read more

Great food, great staff. The place is very welcoming and extremely helpful.. great new find

Very good food, reasonably priced, and they are very friendly. I always get chorizo or beef tacos on corn tortillas. Highly recommend.

El Senor's Tacos is a cozy, affordable Mexican grill that offers authentic Mexican street food that will keep you coming back for more. Food - 5/5 There is literally nothing bad to say about the food here. Authentic Mexican flavors, properly cooked fresh ingredients and a variety of dishes to choose from, with specialty's like homemade Tamales available on certain days of the week. Service - 5/5 Despite the workers not speaking much English, they are very polite, nice people and will get you whatever you need if you ask. I've never once had an issue with them in asking for what I wanted and they always seem to understand me when I speak. Great people! Atmosphere - 4/5 I give them a four out of five on atmosphere because the seating is a bit crowded. There are maybe two or three tables as well as a small bar for two or three people to sit at, but that's it. Then again, they're working with the space they have so I can't penalize them too much here. It's a cozy little spot and there are always friendly people in there conversing; though they're often too busy scarfing down their delicious meals to talk! Overall - 5/5 I have to round up to a solid give stars here. Despite the crowded seating, El Senor's Tacos is an affordable, delicious option for Mexican food in the Lake County area and is, in my opinion, worth traveling for. I live about twenty minutes away from the restaurant and drive up there at least a couple times a month for food. Great place! read more

El Senor's Tacos is (in my opinion) the best authentic Mexican food in the area. Very affordable, tasty and fresh. We ordered a couple tacos and a steak burrito. The burrito was huge, cheesy, filling and delicious. There are numerous freshly made salsas on the tables that you help yourselves to. The seating is basic but works. There are a couple tables outside as well. El Senor's Tacos is a great place to eat! read more

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Stopped in here to get some tacos after the place I usually go to was raided by Immigration. Sad too see them go but hell if you sneak into United States you're a criminal and need to get deported. Anyway the folks are very nice here and they make very good tacos. It's interesting that there in a Mexican grocery store and liquor store. read more

I eat here and was pleased with food, very good buche tacos. One complain maybe there needs to be more salsa options but overall great food.

The food was delicious. However, it was put together in a very sloppy manner. There was nowhere to wait inside or out while they were making our food. The tiny room was cramped with 2 people eating at the only table and 5 people waiting for their food. It says there is outside seating available, but was none when we went and people were just eating on the side of the curb or in the parking lot. read more

As good as it gets around here. Not sure what region of Mexico this cooking is based on, but I trust it to be authentic. It's certainly not Oaxacan but that's the only place I've been. Some Mexican food loving relatives came to town for the weekend so the whole fam went here Friday evening for supper. Luckily it wasn't crowded when we arrived. Once us gringo's decided on our meals we placed our order and the food started rolling out fairly quickly. They make their own tortillas which is awesome(get the corn[maize] not flour). We got all variety of tacos and quesadillas. The tables are full of containers of salsas, chopped onion, cilantro, and lime wedges. Which is the way it should be. Only legitimate complaint could be about the price. It is a bit more expensive than other taco trucks/joints I've been to in Denver or L.A. They're usually around $1.25/each while they are $1.75 here. However, you get 2 tortillas under the pile of meat so really you can make 2 tacos out of one order. The quesadilla is bigger, has cheese and is $3.75. If you're looking for value though, the burrito is the way to go. The one my dad got was bigger than Chipotle and only $5.25. Yes it can be intimidating and awkward to walk in to an all mexican establishment and feel like a dumb outsider. But don't worry about it, the order taker will know enough english to help you order and they'll be glad to take your money and give you some yummy food in return. So be brave, ignore the feeling of eyes staring at you and enjoy! read more

Very reasonably priced, execellent tacos and burritos, all prepared fresh when you order. At one of the very few tables near to the counter you will find an assortment of truly amazing condiments, like limes, onions and various incredible, fresh sauces to add to your meal. Grab a squeeze bottle and get adventurous! Imagine a popular CA/CO taco stand that only has 3 tables. That the same here. It's busy and popular because the food is excellent, not because they want you to stay and eat! Lots of to-go orders here. Therefore, the indoor seating is very sparse, dismal and uncomfortable, tho I can't comment about the outdoor seating. I recommend ordering to-go or planning to vie for the limited seating. The grocery store that is under the same roof is easily the best Latin grocer in the tri-county area, by far. If you like La Plaza market in Lakewood, then you will love this little gem in Painesville. Not to be missed! read more

This is my favorite stop when I'm craving delicious Mexican food. The pastor is my favorite, my husband always gets the chorizo, and the kids either get the steak or chicken. The lengua is great. On the weekends you can buy pozole, tonight's special was rojo. In the summer my daughter always gets the horchata. We usually shop in the market while our food is cooking, picking up essentials for cooking at home. read more

El Senor - Quesadilla pastor - Mexican Near Me - Painesville, Ohio

This is not a trendy restaurant. It is an authentic Mexican taco/burrito joint tucked in a little grocery near downtown painesville. The clientele was almost entirely Spanish speaking. The chorizo and pork belly tacos were amazing and I washed it down with a nice cold coke from a glass bottle. I filled up for about $7. The eating area was kind of dirty, but the food was good enough that I will definitely be back. read more

El Senor - Mexican Near Me - Painesville, Ohio

I only wish I had known about this place sooner! AH-MAZING!!! I only vary from my usual beef burrito by getting double meat. It's really unnecessary as the burritos are large as is. If you want to not eat for the next 24 hours though, the double meat is a challenge to finish. I love the beans and rice with cheese melted into the tortilla. My wife orders tongue tacos and has gotten a quesadilla before. Corn tortillas and guacamole made to order. No complaints other than my wife says chorizo is a bit too salty, but i find it salty where ever I purchase chorizo. Add a Jarritos Jamaica or bottle of coke with real sugar and you are set. read more

Consistently authentic taqueria! The OG in Painesville. But, is no longer the GOAT of the area.

Great, authentic tacos. Staff was very kind. This is also a Mexican convenience store with many great, authentic groceries. Highly recommend! read more

I visited for the first time last week and tried the shredded beef and poblanos burrito with beans, rice, cheese, cilantro and onions. Along with sour cream and this excellent salsa on the side. I'm not easy to satisfy but this burrito was phenomenal! I plan on returning soon to try out a pork stomach burrito. read more

Amazing , authentic Mexican food! They make your food right in front of you and the people who work there are very friendly! Recommend 100%

Inside Ohio's greatest, and perhaps only, Mexican grocery store (La Mexicana Grocery ) is this little magical Mexican taco shop. It's lined with 2 counters with bar stools and 1 table (Don't freight, there's also 3 patio tables outside the shop). It's the epiphany of a taqueria, a bella senorita taking the order, and a greasy papacita dominating the grill -- and i love it! They make these little magical tacos that brings me back to tacos from Tuscon AZ. Its simply taco truck style-- prepared meat of choice with cilantro and onions. Varies salsas (tomatillo, hot, and habanero sauces) are strategically placed on the counters and table. We had the lengua taco and also tried the carne asada quesadilla. Both were yummies in our tummies! read more

This place delivers again, and again and again. I have never had a bad meal here. Ever. FANTASTIC Mexican food! You want real, honest-to-god authentic tacos, or quesadillas or burritos, served with a bevy of scrumptious salsas - not tomato sauces passed up for salsa in the US in general.... then go this this place! $6 bucks will get you a ginormous burrito stuffed with a rice, peppers, cheese and your choice of variations of beef, pork, etc. My personal favourite is a 50-50 mix of their Huevos con Salsa (eggs) and beans. Delicious! Definitely a place worth going to... heck! I drive out here from Cleveland just to get a taco often! read more

We were traveling through and decided to stop here on a whim, best decision of the day. We had tacos - steak, chorizo, and pastor plus a couple steak quesadillas. All were excellent and so was the salsa! read more

BEST EVER. If you want real, authentic mexican food, this is the place.

Tacos (and burritos and quesadillas) at a great price. I've decided that I would rather drive 40 minutes to get tacos here than drive 5 minutes to go to my nearest Chipotle. The restaurant is a small attachment to a medium sized Mexican supermarket. There aren't a lot of tables, so either come with a small group of friends or be prepared to eat your food somewhere else. The corn tortillas were tasty and fresh. Also, the meat in the tacos was extremely well seasoned. I tried the beef steak taco, the chorizo taco, and the pork stomach taco. Out of these three, the chorizo taco was my favorite. There is a huge assortment of salsas and chopped onions that are available on the table. One salsa is a salsa verde and then there are several other red salsas. I thought the salsas had a lot of flavor, but I wish that they were a little spicier. As to price, you get a bargain here. One of the few times I've looked at my receipt in a restaurant and was surprised that I was paying less than I expected. read more

Oh wow! We came here on YELP reviews. This was a really small facility in a very small grocery store. What a find. We got there around 11:40. The lady pointed us to the menu. We looked and ordered. I ordered a bean and lengua burrito and my wife ordered a lengua and a steak taco. We sat down at the only table. 4 seater. They also had 2 counters, one with 4-5 stools and the other, I think, had 2 stools. After a few minutes the lady brought our food out. I was expecting refried beans in my burrito. It had white whole beans with the lengua. It was really good and it was pretty big. The lady also brought out a variety of salsas and cilantro. Wife's tacos were the soft tacos. They were also very good. Around noon all the locals started to come in. It got really busy. Oh yeah, there was a couple of tables outside. We would definitely return. read more

El Senor - Lengua and bean burrito and lengua and steak tacos. - Mexican Near Me - Painesville, Ohio

Best tacos in Painesville/mentor area. Authentic Mexican of course!! And the salsa is amazing!!!

I grew up eating Mexican food in California and this place is the real deal taqueria; that's hard to find anywhere but near the border. The market is awesome as well, lots of very hard to find items for those who like making authentic food. The tacos are delicious. The burrito unfortunately they grill and don't wrap in foil so it's not as easy to eat. The pork with "green chili" is proper spicy and a good pick for those with capsaicin addictions. The pastor is the best I've ever had, it has little bits of pineapple occasionally in it and is perfectly spiced. Plus the table and the bar seating have 3 salsas to choose, onion, cilantro, and limes. They could really make a fortune if they expanded the size of the dining area somehow. read more

It only took one bite of a Chorizo Taco from El Señor's for me to understand why so many people are addicted to this place. It's become almost a weekly ritual to travel to Downtown Painesville for some tacos or maybe even a Beef Torta (washed down by a Jarritos soda of course!) If you're feeling adventurous I'd highly recommend trying the beef tongue, it's all the great taste of beef you've come to expect, but in a super tender form. The best part about all this is the price. You'll get a fantastic meal for an even better price, you can easily get full for under $10. 2 Tortas, a plate of mexican rice, and a Jarritos soda will only set you back about $9 (I'm a big guy and I was stuffed after all of that). You could spend just as much for a combo meal at fast food anymore that's nowhere near the quality. read more

Thems the real deal. Real tacos made by real Mexicans. This is a litttle slice of Guadalajara right in Painesvile. If your with in 10 miles of this joint it is well worth the trip. read more

Authentic, for sure. Love the homemade tortillas, the guacamole made-to-order, and the rice pudding is off-the-chain, but I really got turned off by the eating going on in the kitchen...from the gal doing cooking :/ Seriously, take 5 and step over to a table to chow down. Made me start looking around for cleanliness issues. read more

It was delicious. But wen I read the most popular reviews no one mentioned it's in a market. Fold out chairs / tables. Little to no space to eat: IN A grocery store. Nothing wrong with this, food is authentic & great but something to know for sure. Burrito was for sure the winner of the night. But it was all fantastic and as everyone says the prices can't be beat. read more