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    El Taco Shop

    4.5 (153 reviews)
    InexpensiveMexican, Seafood, Desserts
    Open 10:30 am - 9:00 pm
    Updated 3 weeks ago

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    What's the vibe?
    Casual
    Good for kids
    Dogs allowed
    Outdoor seating

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    Margarita 6/10
    Monika B.

    Coming from SoCal, I didn't have high expectations. Given this is the only Mexican restaurant I dined at in Alabama, I would say it's yummy and for the right price. I ordered an elote bowl, all the tacos, guacamole, a margarita, horchata, piña, and a sope. Their salsa bar and accoutrements were awesome and self serve. So glad their aguq frescas were homemade and not a mix. The margarita was decent. The carne asada taco was too dry. The lengua and camaron, and chorizo were the best out of the taco meats I tried. (Which was at least 7). The guac wasn't good, the avocados weren't fresh IMO. The sope was delicious. I came here twice and wish I ordered the sope both times. The service was quick, the cleanliness was great inside and out. Staff were kind. This place gets packed at lunch and dinner.

    Brian K.

    A little slow portions kinda on the smaller side it was decent but definitely not one of my favorites.

    Brian M.

    Craving some good authentic Mexican food? Look no further!! My co-workers tipped me off to this place and now it's one of my favorite places to eat at in the city! Not only is the food great so is the staff and the facility itself. It is clean with a couple of televisions and a bar to watch games or just relax and talk in your group. Are you picky and not confident that someone else can top your tacos? Well you get the tortilla and the meat then go to the toppings bar to do the rest. Don't worry they label the salsas so you don't grab the wrong one! Bonus for those of you with kids who love fans, they have a huge one that can entertain kids of all ages!!

    Tostada de Shrimp Ceviche, Chips, taco de lengua, Bistek a la Mexicana and Agua de Piña
    Jon A.

    First, the food is AMAZING! The service is quick and very efficient and the ambiance is great with a mix of different music playing in the restaurant. The prices are very reasonable but the FOOD is worth every penny.

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    Kristine L.

    Came to this place on a whim based off the yelp reviews and honestly it was so worth it! The food was authentic, hot, fresh, and most importantly delicious. The margarita was also exceptional, I ended up ordering a spicy one and it definitely hit the spot. The staff were incredibly friendly and even brought a water bowl out for our dogs. The inside space was bigger than I expected and very nicely organized and decorated. The restroom was clean as well.

    Shrimp Tacos
    Amayah E.

    Every time I come here the service is consistent and the flavors are consistent as well. I would come here again and again for authentic Mexican food.

    Burrito Street Corn
    Chris H.

    Bangin' good steak burrito and the street corn was awesome too! Great vibe and atmosphere. I'll definitely be back next time I'm in Montgomery

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    Really great food, we got the birria tacos and they were so good we come back here each time we are in Montgomery. Great service too!

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    The corn is the bomb. My kids love the steak and cheese fries. Really nice people. Great atmosphere

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    The service was amazing and quick. The food was amazing, especially for it being my first time. Can't wait to come back again.

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    I'm not sure why, but I've been thinking a lot about my time as a student in Alabama. As a lonely…read moreCalifornia transplant years ago, I remember feeling a little uneasy about the prospect of being in such a new place without any of my normal comforts -- including my favorite places to get comfort food. Naturally, one of the first things I did was seek out some new local places to fill the role of my favorite spots back home. This search led me right to The Cheesecake Empori-Yum; after all, what could possibly be more comforting than a cheesecake? I can definitely say that I found what I was looking for. I may have had better cheesecake experiences in the past, but certainly not by much -- it's hard to exaggerate how good the cheesecakes are here. I might recommend trying the original in addition to any specialty slices you order, just to give yourself a benchmark. The last time I visited, I went with the Reese's cheesecake -- peanut butter fiend that I am, I ordered a peanut butter cheesecake with chocolate crust, crushed Reese's Cups, and chocolate drizzle was only right. It was wonderfully dense and beautifully creamy, just as always. I did wish that the peanut butter flavor of the cheesecake itself came through more, though; the peanut butter notes were overshadowed a bit by the stronger chocolate flavor from the crust/drizzle. Although the cheesecakes are fantastic, I think the best part of all is the amazingly friendly service. You often here the phrase "service with a smile," but here you will find that to the tenth degree. The owner is so very friendly, and it's evident she puts her heart and soul into everything she makes. A little shop with a big heart... you can tell each item is made with love. Come by for a slice... or three. I won't judge.

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