This is one of our favorite spots and we decided to celebrate our daughter's birthday here. We always Waymo because 1) I like their margaritas and 2) parking is tight The service is friendly and attentive- and they made sure our daughter felt special :). We had chips and salsa; I had pozole and a taco (pork is my favorite), my daughter had a huge torta and the guys had burritos- oh and pancakes - because who doesn't order a pancake with their burrito when it's brunch time. lol! Everything was tasty!! Margs were perfect (albeit small) and tasty. They did bring her a lime tart for her birthday dessert so she was a happy girl. We like the vibe here too. read more

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We came in for breakfast, it was not busy at all. We got sat right away. Our waitress was okay. The customer service was def lacking. After she took our order and delivered the food not once did we see her again or had any follow up if we needed anything. The customer service def took away from a good experience. The food was okay too. I ordered the chilaquiles which reminds me more of a tostada with cheese, meat and salsa than chilaquiles. The elite was good, the pancake was okay. read more

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My wife and I were blown away by this hole-in-the-wall spot in Roosevelt District. It was our first time here, and our server, Mini (not sure if I spelled that right) did such a fantastic job at making us feel right at home. She answered all of our questions, gave us great recommendations, and was extremely polite. We ordered the frijoles con queso, which was so flavorful (and a perfect appetizer), the New Mexican enchiladas, and the Bistec Tampequena. Everything was cooked to perfections. It didn't try too hard to be different. Gallo Blanco took traditional dishes and simply elevated them to perfection. We cannot wait to return again. read more

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We picked this spot bc we have an Amex benefit. The hostess was super friendly and sat us right away. Our waitress was nice but forgot to refill our waters. The food came outright after the other which is great but we had a small table so it was tight. We got the monchito cocktail- my husband enjoyed the smokiness, I was hoping for more coconut flavor. The standout dish for me was the ceviche- the flavors were so good, although the amount of fish did seem little compared to the veggies and sauce. The guac was good and the accompanying salsas had a great spice. My shrimp and grits were ok- there was a smoky flavor that's not my favorite. They were able to put the chorizo on the side as I don't eat meat. My husband enjoyed his tampequena- he said it the steak was just right. It is served with tortillas so the dish is kind of like fajita style in that you build your own taco. The streets were busy with cars but we got lucky and found a spot easily! read more

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My sister introduced me to this place & I'm so glad she did. The food was delicious! & as a vegetarian I'm usually limited in options but they had a decent selection for breakfast & lunch--much appreciated! Their aguas taste fresh & rich, I don't even like agua de jamaica but let me tell you! I drank half my Mamas cup lol the horchata is rich in flavor & pretty sweet so keep that in mind. The restaurant itself is larger than it appears, lots of fun art & colors, full bar, limited parking FYI (street parking mostly.) Our server was kind enough to let us try/sample the aguas before committing to an entire glass. So thank you for that. Prices were decent for the quality of food. I ordered the vegetable burrito ($14-$18/plate) with beans & cheese. I was at first nervous the veggies were going to make the burrito soggy but nope. It was perfection. Compliments to the chef! & the salsas were bangin' too! My sister ordered a steak salad which she inhaled & the amount of meat served on her salad was worth every dollar, they did not hold back. Overall, I will definitely be back to try the chilequiles which I heard are also bomb. My only notes: -A little more cheese on my burrito but that's just me 'cause I love cheese. -& Perhaps a soyrizo option for the non-meat eaters. I promise, try it, you'd be surprised how tasty a soyrizo & egg come out, it's a close second! read more

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A big group of us came here for lunch on a Friday. The host/waitress told us she'd set up a table for the 10 of us so we went to wait outside. She told us she'd come get us when it was ready. We waited a while and had to go back in and ask about the table only to be told it has been ready. That was a bit annoying but whatever. She didn't seem like she was in the best mood. Al Pastor burrito (3.5/5): This was wood grilled achiote marinated pork. They asked if I wanted pineapple too so I got it. The portion was pretty good. The pork was nice. Tortilla wasn't too thick. Food was decent, service not so much. The menu is pretty big so there are plenty of options. The interior was spacious and there is some seating outside. We parked on the street. read more

Pretty good. If both meals came at the same time and the Negro Modelo wasn't flat-ish it would be a 5. Service was great. Bean and queso dip was amazing. My friend had quesadillas and I had the crusted salmon. Both were good, but mine came out and we sat for a long time waiting for hers. Finally the waiter came over, apologized, took it off the bill, and it eventually came out. Will come back. read more

This was great! I like that they have breakfast offerings all day. My brother and I came and got a selection of food. We started with elote and ceviche which were fine. We split the heuvos rancheros and got our own tacos (I had the Del mar and carne asade tacos). We also split the tres leches cake. My favorites were the Del Mar taco, the heuvos, and the cake. I thought the Del Mar taco had more flavor than the carne asade. I guess I could've added the salsa I was drenching the chips with to the carne asada, but I just ate it straight with the lime. The ceviche was good, and the elote was ok. I'd definitely come back. Service was very friendly. We arrived early enough we didn't NEED a reservation, but I'd recommend it. It got busy by the time we left. read more

Gallo Blanco - Elote -- the kernels were small, so they gave us 2. - Mexican Near Me - Phoenix, Arizona

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Stopped by over the weekend and loved eating at their patio. It was late in the afternoon so we got seated right away. Their patio is dog friendly which is always a plus. I was craving pozole and there's not many places where you can get this. The bowl was huge and tasty, I wished it had more pork. We also got the guacamole and the small one was a great portion. The chips were good. Service was friendly and we got the food super fast. I am definitely going to come back again for brunch. read more

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4.5/5! I'm a big fan of Gallo Blanco! I think it's a cute spot, the drinks are great, there's a wide variety and the tacos consistently hit the spot for me. I went the other day and ordered the mango margarita, elote to share and three tacos - shrimp, pork belly and carne asada. The mango margarita was delicious; the mango puree was strong without tasting artificially sweet. Each taco has a unique and flavorful profile and they don't skimp on the protein. I particularly love the sweet / salty of the pork belly and the sauce on the shrimp. Three tacos is a filling meal! I also liked that the elote had good flavor and topping without being caked in mayo or cotija. My only complaint with our most recent visit was that the service was pretty slow. We were seated at the bar and had to wave someone down both to order drinks and later to order food. read more

Gallo Blanco - Elote Callejero - Mexican Near Me - Phoenix, Arizona

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Stopped here for dinner with a group of six, before heading to Phoenix theater for a show. Pleasantly surprised that happy hour is every day from 3:00 to 6:00, and there house Margarita or skinny margarita is on the happy hour special for just $7! Wine and beer was $5 on happy hour. Reasonably extensive menu. I had the shrimp and grits, and it was excellent with plenty of shrimp and the the Shreiners chorizo was an added bonus. The La Bomba burrito was an upgrade to the standard Al Pastor and was a great twist on a classic. Two in our party ordered the salmon and we're very happy with it. We did start with the spicy ceviche and they were not kidding as it did have a kick and was excellent. A must stop if you're in the area! read more

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i come to gallo blanco alllllll the time for both brunch and dinner! the food is consistent and tasty, and i always get the sampler platter for brunch and la parillada for dinner. their pancakes are SO GOOD!!! chips are yummy, salsas are great, both their shrimp and beans are delicious and flavorful, their sauteed seasonal veggies are unmatched. they're always accommodating with substitutions, but i (and my family and friends) find their service to be.....meh. however this is always a regular spot for me bc the food will keep me coming back. read more

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Great food and service. The churros were the real star but the tacos, burrito and rice were excellent too! read more

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So surprised by this place! Hadn't heard of it (which shame on me) and just decided to try off of Resy and was BLOWN AWAY. Has been a while since I've been so caught off guard by such delicious food. Learned that so many of their ingredients are local, the simple syrup and juices for the margs are homemade/freshly squeezed. The quality was just so apparent and the flavors were incredible. Brought my husband back immediately and it's our new hyper fixation spot! Staff is great too, sat at the bar, super friendly. Vibes inside were casual, even some people working at the bar during happy hour which was kinda cool to see. Love this spot! read more

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A friend recommended here for brunch and its dog friendliness, and I'm so thankful. I've never been the biggest fan of pancakes, but their flapjacks are insanely fluffy and simply glorious! I'm such a fan now! Also a big fan of their coffees - got to try the cafe miel and cafe de olla! The servers are all super nice and friendly. The place is adorable. Can't wait to go back and try more of their menu! read more

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The energy and sweetness of this location makes for the best brunch, lunch or dinner. The greeting to the service is welcoming and warm . The atmosphere is artistic and fun. The food is out of this world, Farm to table, fresh, and spiced perfectly ! Huevos Ranchero ,Chilaquiles and Posole were the best I have ever eaten in my life! Coffee and fresh made to order bread pudding were excellent! read more

Ordered pork pozole and cafe latte with honey and cinnamon! Delicious, loved the atmosphere and ambience! Local and affordable prices for decadent entrees! *I haven't been feeling well and this hit the spot! Exceeded my expe tati Thank you, I'm now a legal guest! read more

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We visited Phoenix last month, and my daughter said she knew of a place that served really good tacos (She always finds the coolest places to take us). We happened to arrive at, "The Gallos" in the late-late afternoon. (That's not its real nickname, but calling it that--if you pronounce it like an American--gives me incredible levels of street cred, right?) So anyways, we hit the joint during their happy hour, so not only did we get treated to tasty tacos and flavorful adult beverages, but we also got the bonus deal of getting them at discount prices! (I'm the frugal one in our family, so any kind of a deal is a bonus, "Woo hoo!" for me). Our waitress was exceptional in that she had all the qualities that one would hope for from a server. She had a sincere friendliness about her; she was tuned-in to our needs (eg: not only did she bring us a bowl-full of replacement chips without our asking. She also gave us "the inside scoop" on the menu by being willing to share her personal favorites after I asked which ones would she pick if ever it would happen to be the last time she could eat there. She pointed us in the direction of the El Pastor and the Compechano tacos. My wife ordered them and allowed me a nibble. Both were exquisite. Our waitress also handled the numerous tables that she was hosting with the skill of one of those Chinese plate spinning acts--making us all feel welcomed, cared for, and appreciated. The food came after what felt like a perfect wait time (long enough to munch on some chips, enjoy the ambiance and vibe of the place, sip on some tequila-based cocktails, and chit chat before occupying our time filling our faces with food. I ordered the happy hour burger (*and with that, there goes my street cred- who the F orders a burger in a Mexican restaurant? I know, I know--stupid rookie gringo move. But I had been craving a burger for a few days prior and despite the dining faux pas, I went for it. It hit the spot, so shut yo mouf.) I'll finish this section about their food, by also sharing that the slightly thicker fried tortilla chips that they serve here are really good. I'm not sure exactly why they are better than average, but they just are. I liked the over-all decor, the furniture, and the art that is hung up in this place. It has a slightly trendy, easy-going, welcoming, good-vibes energy. The rooms are filled with the rich colors and artistic stylings / themes of Mexico. Who-ever decorated this place is probably on the "hipper" side of the bell curve in the population of those who furnish and accessorize spaces. As the afternoon was turning to early-evening, the place was on the front edge of its dinner rush (starting to fill up, but not yet crowded--as it would become as we headed out). Despite the quickly-shrinking number of available tables, we could still carry on a conversation. Regional Mexican music played as the soundtrack our enjoyable dining experience. (We went to a Diamondback game after this, and then drove back home to Tucson--a good, memorable evening). I left Gallo Blanco satisfied on many levels...and plan to return. read more

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Such a great place...quality service, terrific food (with fair prices), and great atmosphere! If you're looking for to a great dining experience, Gallo Blanco can't be beat! read more

I either get a Torta or Pozole. Both are incredible. Torta's served here are simple: lightly toasted buttered bun, meat, lettuce, and salsa. read more

Gallo Blanco - Carne Asada Torta - Mexican Near Me - Phoenix, Arizona

Out of this world experience. I was visiting from out of town and I told my friend I wanted Chilaquiles and she said I know a place. Came here on Father's Day and it was busy but the service didn't lack at all. The walls were covered in amazing local art work and the seating was comfy. I will say it was a bit loud, but you can still hold a convo. The chilaquiles were the best I've ever tasted in the US. The portions and flavors were perfect. My friend got the wet tamale and devoured it. Her partner got an omelette I think? The tequila mango drink I got was divine and the beer was cold. Hands down would come back again!! Presentation, flavor and service top tier. read more

Gallo Blanco - Mexican Near Me - Phoenix, Arizona

My sister and I checked this place out after inquiring about it being a sister restaurant to Otro Cafe. Similar vibe, but a little different. The service was great. Our waitress was really cool in helping us get to know the menu. The food and margarita were delicious. Ordering of the happy hour menu was a great choice. I ordered one of the margaritas, 2 pork belly tacos (my favorite), 1 fish taco, and 1 barbacoa taco. All were delicious. I had never had a blue corn tortilla shell before. When the plate was placed in front of me, for some reason looking at the shells I expected them to be crispy, but the texture was that of a white or yellow corn tortilla shell. I liked it. Looking forward to my next visit. read more

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I found my new taco spot! Gallo Blanco is the sister restaurant to Otro Cafe, so if you've been there and you like them, you're going to enjoy Gallo Blanco and vice versa. Their food and drinks were really really good! I had: Flaca Marg Carne Asada Barbacoa Puerco Colorado tacos I recommend all of the above, as I'll be going back very soon to order that and more! read more

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Everything on their menu is good! Including the drinks this is one of my all time fav spots for happy hour. I love their tacos and chips and salsa! Definitely a must try and the location is perfect because you can make a whole day or night out of it. Must try! read more

Gallo Blanco - Mexican Near Me - Phoenix, Arizona

One of my favorite Mexican places in the valley to take friends and family! Gallo Blanco is underrated. Their homemade chips and guacamole are fantastic-- the chips are thick and flavorful and the guac and salsas are so fresh! One of my favorite things to share is the taco plate. It comes on a sizzling platter with choice of 2 meats, 6 blue corn tortillas and some accompaniments. This is usually enough for 3 people. My recent favorites have been the beer battered crispy fish, grilled shrimp and barbacoa. Their drinks are also super good-- I've had a classic margarita, mezcal margarita, michelada, sangria and coffee drinks. All were great! I enjoy eating both inside and outside; they have two patios. Service is always warm, friendly and accommodating. Highly recommend Gallo Blanco! In fact, my mother in law said it's her favorite restaurant. EVER. And she's traveled a lot! read more

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I have loved this restaurant for years, but was shocked yesterday when the bartender did NOTHING after I pointed out my tacos were served on what felt and tasted like year old tortillas. I could only eat the contents of the taco. He said "yeah that's bad" and gave no indication that he would alert the kitchen, front of house manager, or anyone. When my check came he also had not removed the price of the inedible taco. It's the least a person could do on an $80 lunch tab. You might be happier getting tacos and drinks somewhere else. read more

This place was SO SO good. I went on a Tuesday night after work. We had a rez but it wasn't too packed. We were seated immediately. There were ample free parking along the street near the restaurant. The chips were incredible - you can tell they are home made and made very well! The green and red salsa complimented the chips well. We ordered the guacamole and it was made with hints of orange - which was amazing!! I ordered the horchata because I always need to have horchata at Mexican restaurants! It was thick and cinnamon-y and good! It could have been chilled a little more before serving. I ordered three tacos - two carne asada and 1 pork belly. All of them were delicious. Good portion of protein/meat in them. I ate them faster than I could take a photo (bummer)! My friends ordered the Pozole vegetarian and they said it was delicious. They said they would order it again! We had a great time! read more

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I've been to Gallo Blanco twice before but never taken a seat and I wish I had done so sooner. The ambiance is great, the food is yummy and the service was spectacular I came in on a Saturday evening around 5pm and it wasn't too busy though I know it can be sometimes! I was greeted as I walked in, I was given a choice of where I wanted to sit which I greatly appreciated! I chose to sit at the bar and upon sitting down I immediately was poured a glass of water and the bartenders are hyper aware that they noticed I stopped looking at the menu and came over to greet me. I thought that was *chefs kiss*. I ordered the chicken flautas which are essentially a rolled chicken taco and deep fried. I also ordered a Picosso that has blanco tequila with some SPICY Fresno chilis. I'm telling you, ITS SPICY! the bartenders were super and kind and my food came out in about 5 mins which took me by surprise! I did not think it would be that quick. It wasn't hot to touch but it was pleasantly warm to where you didn't feel like it was sitting out waiting to be plated out. The only caveat to this place are the FLIES! there are flies everywhere and they're quite annoying. They do have fly "fans" if that's what you even call them (?) on the counters and at some tables. It does help but it did bug me a little bit (literally!) I had to bother the waitress to bring two fans on each side of me- the one didn't help very much. Anyway, I do recommend this restaurant, you do see all types of people here which I love! It tells me people feel welcome and I noticed people bring a party! They cater to large groups and they handle it well. Would def come back for a sit down- probably with a friend next time! P.S: parking will be a hassle! It's in a neighborhood of homes so you have to parallel park on the streets outside the restaurant. It is very limited so I suggest you carpool. They do have reserved parking at the back of the restaurant. Another update: Christian, one of the managers had come up to me asking about my visit (not knowing I'm writing a review) talking about the fly situation and they brought it up to the GM trying to get it handled. They tell me it may be coming from the outside and the fly in thru the ventilation. I'm not sure how true that is but I'm glad they are trying to resolve this issue for us customers. Thank you! read more

Gallo Blanco - Ranch chicken flautas - Mexican Near Me - Phoenix, Arizona

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Gluten free eater. This is a great local spot. The atmosphere fits the neighborhood it is in. The murals are beautiful. Service for slower as more people came. But overall no complaint. So far I'll start with the downside. The decaf coffee is decent. But everything else from there goes up. We ordered the sample plate of salsas and guacamole. Who ever thought that oranges in guacamole would taste sooo good. What rock have I been living under? I may or may not have wanted to lick the bowl. But I was in public. So I refrained. Indeed the chilaquiles with barbacoa. They have their food well labeled and it's easy to figure out what I gf or even Veg. My husband ordered the huevos rancheros. There was so much barbacoa my meal. It was so good. From the first bite I was impressed with the balance of the meal. The huevos were really good. The thicker tortillas made it a little drier. He was happy without meat. We had leftovers and mixed them together. I'm sure they will make great leftovers. If I could do half stars it would be a 4.5/5. But it gets a 5/5 yelp stars. read more

This place is amazing. The food, the drinks, the service, the ambiance, everything was just great. Took a friend here for her birthday on a Saturday night and sat at the bar since it was last minute and didn't have reservations. The prices were reasonable for the quality of the food. Even the neighborhood it's located in is so cute. Parking was easy to find. I don't know how weekdays are but if you're going Friday or Saturday I recommend making a reservation unless you want to wait 40+ minutes for a taken luckily there were 2 open spots at the bar so we didn't need to wait. I can't wait to take my husband here. read more

2nd time I've been here, 2 years later, same friends! Whenever my bestie comes into town, we make it to Welcome Diner, which is one of her fav Phoenix places. Twice now, we end up here at Gallo Blanco since it's right across the street. They seem to have a fun, fancy twist on some of their dishes. I'm sorry if I sound like a novice, it seems like they have a fan following, so I'm not sure they're exact concept. Both experiences, I've enjoyed the food, atmosphere, and especially the service. The people here are always really nice! The portions are a great size! This time, I tried for the first time in my life, a torta! Game changer! I'm obsessed now, and now I'll be ordering tortas every chance I get! My one and only not so positive feedback is how hot it is inside, when the phoenix heat is at its highest. Plan to be a little toasty if you come in the summer. Otherwise, it's a great restaurant! read more

Gallo Blanco - Mexican Near Me - Phoenix, Arizona

The flies are EVERYWHERE!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!! It's such a manifestation !!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!! This place needs a deep scrub these flies are making this place their home!! read more

Gallo Blanco - Mexican Near Me - Phoenix, Arizona

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First of the service was great, and I love that basically all the workers spoke English and Spanish. The food was overall good, but I would not order the chilaquiles again. The sauce tasted a little like marinara sauce and not salsa verde. I did have their guac and chips and I would 100% recommend. You have the option to sit inside or outside. read more

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Food was wonderful-- guac was fresh and tasty and the Molcajete was flavorful and filling!! If we come back to Phoenix we will have to stop

Delicious food and drinks! Took a long time for our food but the place was packed. Very cute atmosphere, great service.

Everything is amazing! Full menu, and vegan friendly. Fantastic food! Friendly and attentive servers. Fun downtown vibe. My picture represents how delicious the food is: I forget to take the picture before I dive in! This was a meal of guacamole and chips served with various salsas and a bean-rice-veggie burrito. The best! read more

Gallo Blanco - Too delicious to wait to take the picture once again! - Mexican Near Me - Phoenix, Arizona

Vegetable tacos & de la casa salad are actually THE best things in the world. My favorite restaurant in AZ.

Thank you Chef Doug for creating a wonderful menu. We really tasted the quality of the ingredients and felt the love you put into the food. Each dish had beautiful colors and texture, and the flavors were well balanced. We loved the homemade tortillas and the fresh taste of the ceviche. Also we experienced excellent service. Looking forward to coming back soon! (We ate before we remembered to take photos). read more

Gallo Blanco - Tacos were filling, fresh, and flavorful! - Mexican Near Me - Phoenix, Arizona

This is my all-time favorite Mexican food restaurant in the world!!! If you have not been to this restaurant run, don't walk it's worth it. Used to be in the Claritin hotel, it is now nestled into downtown Phoenix residential area. read more

I need to update my review for Gallo Blanco. I've been back many times and the food is very good. Their happy hour special on tacos is legit! They have very tasty hot sauces and their posole isn't bad either. They have seriously tasty desserts and I've definitely gone in just to have their tres leches. read more

Gallo Blanco - Delish dessert - Mexican Near Me - Phoenix, Arizona