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Gallo Blanco

4.2 (584 reviews)
ModerateMexican
Open • 11:00 am - 10:00 pm

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Paula P.

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!

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Isabel N.

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!

Elote -- the kernels were small, so they gave us 2.
Ashleigh D.

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.

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Meily A.

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.

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Amanda M.

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.

Shrimp and grits
Mike B.

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!

chips, salsa, and guac
Isabel K.

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.

Churros
Mindi D.

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

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Arlene L.

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!

Sampler - flapjacks with barbacoa, eggs over easy, and sourdough!
Yu W.

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!

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Ashley M.

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!

These kept whispering stuff like, "You are cool."--They obviously are "complimentary" chips.  (dumb dad joke).
Mark S.

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.

Carne Asada Torta

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

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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

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

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

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