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Golden Taco

4.4 (113 reviews)
ModerateMexican

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Casual
Quiet
Good for kids
Outdoor seating

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Brandi B.

WOW!!! Let me tell you, I've been looking for a good taco joint cause I can't ever find one with good food and reasonable prices till I found Golden Taco! They are a small place with bangin food! One of the best things I love about them is how simple their menu is Holy moly! You will see the picture of the menu and see what I'm talking about! Seriously I can't get over the simplicity of their menu! I got the Birria tacos and rice & beans! 10 out of 10 seriously! Finally good rice & beans!! Yum! My hubby got the loaded nachos and rice & beans as well and chips with salsa! They were absolutely loaded alight! Best chips nice and fresh! The place was absolutely clean 100% and the ladies that worked there were so happy nice and helpful? Run to the Golden Taco trust me you will thank me I promise!

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Victoria M.

We drive by Golden Taco daily and finally stopped in to try it out!! It's a very simple set up, straight to the point which I liked. They have $1.99 tacos on Tuesdays!! Great deal! Excluding the Birria tacos they are regular price, but so worth it! They are mouth watering delicious I would definitely recommend Golden Birria Tacos

Birria, carne asada, and pollo
Dawn M.

The tastiest tacos on Power Road-West Valley! Arrived around lunch time and ordered 3 tacos-birria, carne asada, and pollo plus side of rice and beans. Order came out super fast with two bottles of hot sauces. I enjoyed all three tacos-you can't go wrong! The rice and beans were also a hit-the beans had a nice kick of spice to it which I appreciate! Plenty of tables. Service is as good. I'd come back again!

Taco spread
Ashley W.

Very simple, very authentic, and very satisfying! So happy with this surprise visit! My husband was craving street tacos and we happened to be in the area. We ordered a whole spread of tacos and were very impressed with the selection and overall execution! We ordered: - Birria, - Carne - Pastor - cabeza - tripas - fish taco The fish taco was my fav, very satisfying and a bit bigger than the general street tacos. It was refreshing, flavorful and all the flavors went so well together. My husband can't even decide between Carne, Fish & Tripas... this should tell you, you really can't go wrong. Go in, get a mix! It's so worth it!

Pastor, Pollo, Birria and Carne Asada
Jon H.

Loved this place! Great staff, clean, authentic, flavorful....I will be back!! You can't go wrong with any of the tacos!

Counter / new menus + combos

Golden Taco knows how to get your craving right. They have great carne asada, tortillas are always fresh, and the staff is awesome. Great little spot

Tacos- Carne Asada, Pollo & Pastor
Samantha G.

We tried Carne Asada, Pollo & Pastor tacos on Taco Tuesday for $1.99 each. Not terrible, but I hate the fact that restaurants continue to serve pieces of meat that they wouldn't eat themselves! (fatty & unchewable) Will not be going back unfortunately.

Birria taco on flour tortilla
Abir L.

Lots of toppings on tacos make them taste really good, but what is more impressive, is when tacos have just the basic toppings and taste absolutely delicious!! We went back to Golden Taco a few days ago and got takeout. The Birria is really the best I've ever had. With just onions, cilantro and a squeeze of lime on top, they are fabulous! I don't think it was my review that got them to have two tortillas instead of one for the Birria, but they have done it and this helped the Birria be much less soggy by the time it got home. We are so lucky this place opened pretty close to us in East Mesa. They now have some tables inside and out so we will be trying to dine in soon. Please do yourself a favor and try their food!

3 yummy birria tacos..
Kimberly C.

Yummy, fresh, hot and fast.. nice ladies here. Fast service, not crowded. Watching top gun on the TV, eating yummy hot food, no screaming kids.. nice lunch.

$2 street taco Tuesday
James S.

Ignore the ants and flys as you eat at one of the few tables available. And if you're vegan just turn around and exit. We asked for lettuce and tomato and would have had better luck asking for caviar. Taco Tuesday offers $2 tacos which is basically a scoop of meat over a very small corn or flour taco. It's great for people on a budget where Taco Bell is to expensive.. but mark my words they will be out of business or shut down by the az health department before long.

Chips and Guacamole

Tried this taco place for the first time. Overall it's not bad, but it is very average. The tacos used some nice fresh tortilla and their corn and flour both taste homemade. The guacamole was the major disappointment, it tastes like store bought Safeway guacamole that has a plastic aftertaste from the container it comes in. This was a big detractor on the overall meal quality, as the burrito and fish taco come with the same guacamole sauce that just does not taste fresh and ends up bringing the overall flavor down. Service was friendly and fast at least, so if you are looking for a quick fix this place is an okay choice, but if you are looking for something more authentic there are better options.

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7 months ago

I LOVE the carne asada! It is some of my favorite on the area! They have lunch deals and the lady in the front is always nice!

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1 year ago

Quick, reasonably priced, delicious Birria. $12 for 3 tacos with consume. All the fixings, they don't skimp.

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Tacos were delicious. Price was right. Services were great and great ambiance. Will come back again. Highly recommend

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BEST birria and it's cheap too! Very friendly service I highly recommend if you're craving good Mexican tacos

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Excellent Birria. Get the Birria burrito. Love this place. Great service. Also the Queso Tacos with consume dip. SOO delicious. Just go.

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Pastor burrito was just so-so, very low-key operation, not much more to say. Not much need to return.

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2 years ago

Authentic Mexican food. Fresh food. Fast & friendly service. We are new to the area and glad to find a local business we can support.

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Any one know if they have options that are gluten free?

Yes, most any taco they have will be gluten-free if you get it on a corn tortilla.

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