If you want some good Mexican food this is handsdown the spot! We came in during Happy hours on Tuesday from 3-6. I got an al pastor sope which was very big, filling, and delicious for the price. It came with pico, avocado, meat, cotija cheese, and some cream on top. So bomb I also got a burger and they use this secret sauce and white cheese that pairs very well with the bun (they use quality buns). My husband got enchiladas especiales and those were also very yummy! They came with rice and beans. To drink we got some horchata which was very tasty! It tasted like authentic horchata and not that pre mix powder horchata. We also got some margaritas for $7 each since it was happy hour! Highly recommend! Overall it was a lovely experience getting to eat here! The establishment was very clean and organized. The waitress's name was Stephanie and she was very kind and well informed on the menu which leveled our experience up even more! Will be back soon! read more

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UNREAL, divine and delicious! I am obsessed with Gallo Blanco! Customer service perfect, ambience welcoming and food unparalleled! Taste profile- CHEFS KISS! Again- NEVER disappoints!! The best, hands down, authentic Mexican food in the valley! I have been sick with the flu and once again I order the pozole, SAVES MY LIFE every time! Guacamole and chips fresh, never third-party-- authentic and made to order! THANK YOU SO MUCH!!! read more

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Sometimes the best restaurants are the ones tucked away where you aren't necessarily expecting to find them. Gallo Blanco is exactly that. My wife and I stopped in for breakfast, and I went with the huevos rancheros with barbacoa and verde sauce. The barbacoa paired beautifully with the verde, and the entire plate was flavorful without trying too hard. My wife ordered the chorizo con huevo with hash browns, and she was equally happy with her choice. Even the iced tea was surprisingly decent. I realize that's a strange thing to specifically compliment, but as someone who drinks entirely too much iced tea, I notice these things. The real standout, though, was the service. Gabriela was an absolute joy. She was friendly, attentive, and added that little bit of personality that can turn a good breakfast into a memorable experience. The restaurant itself is adorable. It's tucked into an unsuspecting little pocket of downtown Phoenix, and rather than detracting from the experience, I think it adds to the charm. It feels like somewhere you stumble across rather than somewhere screaming for your attention. Good food. Excellent service. A charming little location. Most importantly, my wife and I walked away happy that we found it. Gallo Blanco, we'll be back. read more

We met some family there for dinner at their suggestion. This was our first time to eat here. Jorge was our server. He was phenomenal! Very friendly, helpful and knowledgeable and efficient. Got another "and" in there lol. I had the shrimp and grits. It was delicious! The wife had a dorado taco and she enjoyed it as well. All the staff were friendly and smiled the whole time. Would we go back?? Heck yes especially if Jorge was our server!! read more

Gallo Blanco - Shrimp N Grits Especial - Mexican Near Me - Phoenix, Arizona

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Dined-6.21.26: -Food-5 but had to knock a star for safety reasons. It's a cute restaurant antique building nestled in the middle of downtown homes. The issue was there are a couple dented warped floorboards on the way to the back room that tripped several people up (my aunt w/ a double knee surgery & myself included) but there's no heads up noted anywhere. Aside from the safety issue, the place is stocked with a variety of tequila and various delicious items on the menu. Everyone loved their food and enjoyed their cocktails & cafecito. Friendly servers. I had the breakfast burrito that comes with chorizo but I got al pastor with it. It was delicious and big enough I took 1/2 of it home. Their corn tortillas are so thick & tasty and taste homemade vs the processed ones you buy at the store. There were no other left overs, so safe to say my table was pleased with their eats! It's street parking so get there early and it won't be too much of an issue. Looking forward to returning to try other items (or have the burrito again) lol. read more

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Came here a few years ago and got a burrito and didn't think anything special. My boyfriend remained adamant this was one of the best Mexican restaurants in Phoenix. Returning and trying something new definitely made me understand the hype. Every taco I ordered was absolutely fantastic, special shoutout to the shrimp taco for being the best! Biscuits and gravy were a 10/10. Great atmosphere and downtown feel + great service. Definitely feels like a hidden gem right off Roosevelt. read more

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We had an amazing brunch at Gallo Blanco and were impressed by every aspect of the experience. The venue, service, atmosphere, food, and drinks were all fantastic. The layout of the restaurant is really unique. There's a coffee bar on one end, a full bar on the other, and a mix of tables and booths in between. The walls are covered with artwork from local artists, and during our visit they were featuring Abe Zucca's work, which was absolutely stunning. There's also a patio with misters that help keep the outdoor seating comfortable even on warmer days. The drinks were surprisingly affordable compared to many other brunch spots around town. We ordered the Chelada (Tecate, house bloody mix, Tajín, and lime) and the Chilango (Tecate, Tajín, and lime), and both were refreshing and delicious. For appetizers, we tried the Envuelto, and it was incredible. The al pastor folded inside melted queso Chihuahua with pineapple, chile toreado, cebollita asada, and corn tortillas created an explosion of flavor. Easily one of the highlights of the meal. For our entrees, I ordered the biscuits and chorizo gravy with eggs over medium on top, while my wife had the Burrito del Mar. The chorizo gravy was absolutely to die for--rich, flavorful, and perfectly complemented by the eggs and biscuit. Every bite was fantastic. We couldn't leave without dessert, so we ordered the churros. The two freshly made churros arrived coated in cinnamon and sugar and were served with goat milk cajeta, chocolate fudge, and lechera for dipping. All three sauces were great, but the goat milk cajeta was easily my favorite. Service throughout the meal was fast, friendly, and attentive without being intrusive. Parking is limited to street parking since there's no dedicated lot, but it's well worth the effort. Another bonus is that brunch is served until 4 PM, while the lunch and dinner menu is available all day. Gallo Blanco exceeded our expectations, and there are still so many menu items we'd love to try. We'll definitely be back. read more

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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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This is a casual Mexican Restaurant with traditional, authentic food, with a nice artsy ambiance. Located in the historic Garfield District. We both had a burrito and shared chips and guacamole. The food was very good. Service was pretty good too. Staff could have been more friendly, but they were pleasant. Overall, we had a good experience. read more

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Stopped by during my visit to Phoenix and had a great experience. We went on a Thursday evening and were warmly greeted and seated right away. The ambiance has a darker, moodier vibe with plenty of indoor and outdoor seating. Drinks were really good, I ordered the El Dorado with tequila, mango, guava, lime, chile and chamoy. I had the shrimp burrito. The grilled shrimp was flavorful. Our group also shared the guacamole and chips, which was the highlight for me. The guacamole was rich and creamy, and the chips were warm and hard to stop eating. Parking was easy with plenty of street parking. 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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The Barbacoa quesadilla was good. The tacos were OK. they give you a nice portion of meat, but it's not tacos that I would go out the way for. The servers are nice, but not as attentive as I would like during non-busy hours. I had to ask for Water three times during my service and my cup was empty for a while before I asked. overall, it's a cool place to try though. read more

Gallo Blanco - Tacos and Barbacoa quesadilla - Mexican Near Me - Phoenix, Arizona

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 friends and I stopped by on a Thursday around 7pm. We were able to find parking right in front, checked in with the host, and were seated right away. We started with drinks and I ordered the Tamalindo, it was really good with the chamoy and Tajin rim! For food, we decided to share La Charola which came with fresh guacamole, pico de Gallo, two salsas, and chips. I ordered the al pastor burrito. It was good though I wish it had more meat. It's a good place to enjoy food and drinks with friends! read more

Gallo Blanco - tamalindo - Mexican Near Me - Phoenix, Arizona

I've had a soft spot for this place for years. Tucked into the Garfield District, Gallo Blanco has that big-city, slightly self-aware "transcendent hipster" energy that somehow still works (lol). Started with the chips and guacamole, and this is saying something, because I usually avoid guacamole. Too often it tastes like green mayo wearing a sombrero. Not GB's though, it is chunky, spicy, killin'. Then came the tacos. Pork belly and fried fish. Gallo missed the mark this time. The pork belly was chewy when it should've surrendered. The fish had somehow misplaced its fish-ness, and the corn tortilla shells were too dry. But restaurants, like people, aren't defined by a single bad day. A slice of tres leches and a good pour of reposado put the evening back on track. And our bartender, whose name I can't remember was exceptional. I'll keep coming back to Gallo Blanco. They hit it out of the park far more often than they whiff. This is the place that makes you forget you're in Phoenix. No clichés, Just the kind of room you'd expect to find in a great city. read more

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Just got off a long day of work and rushed to Gallo Blanco at 9:30, knowing they're open until 10. We sat at the bar, ordered drinks immediately, and asked for a quick appetizer. The bartender shut us down--kitchen was already closed. If you're advertising open till 10, you should be able to serve food till 10. Felt like they just wanted to leave early on a Friday night. Won't be going 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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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

We had dinner at Gallo Blanco with friends, and the vibe was cool, the food was good, and the presentation was beautiful. Unfortunately, the service was another story. Our server, Jorge, spoke so quickly that it was difficult to understand him, and he seemed impatient with his tables. He was not very observant or attentive, even when our glasses were empty. He appeared distracted and overly wound up, as though his mind was everywhere except on his customers. What made it even more frustrating was watching him stand at the bar chatting and gossiping with his coworkers while his tables needed attention. His focus seemed to be on socializing rather than providing good service. We enjoyed the atmosphere, the food, and the company of our friends, but the service certainly took away from what could have been a wonderful dining experience. read more

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 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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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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The service overall was great! I really enjoyed the picosso drink and agua Fresca. We ordered the bistec al carbon and it was a bit chewy and tough. The steak was a little too salty, but overall it was good meal. read more

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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A strange mix of American and Mexican food. The Mexican food is undersalted and unnecessarily creamy and cheesy. The pozole was bland. The cheese grits with shrimp was bland and soupy. The cocktails were great. Seems like Mexican food for an American palate. 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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Small bites and cocktails. Food was pretty good. Service was attentive. Great urban vibe.

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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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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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

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

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

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

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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