I almost ran to Hi-Lo Taco on a whim, to beat a rain storm for takeout, from the Holiday Inn Express hotel. I saw the reviews on Yelp, and they looked good, so I was going to give it a try and it's only a two to three minute walk. Well, I'm very happy that I went to Hi-Lo! Everything was seriously delicious. I got the "Good Queso and chips", and the following tacos: Grilled Snapper Taco, Smash Burger Taco & Pineapple Pulled Pork Taco. I have tried a lot of tacos in different states, including Texas, and these were sincerely some of the best. I liked the Smashburger Taco, however, I do think that the Pulled Pork Taco and the Grilled Snapper Taco were the best I've ever had! Do yourself a favor and come to Hi-Lo and enjoy delicious food. If it was not going to storm for hours, I would've just stayed and had a drink there. It is a bright clean open facility and the service was friendly and prompt. It could probably get fairly loud because of the open acoustics. It seems like a fun atmosphere, but not too rowdy. I will definitely come back! Thanks for delicious food! read more

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This is my second visit (9/22/25) and those tacos did not disappoint. I had (1) Cajun Crispy Shrimp and (1) Smashburger and both were very good. The Smashburger taco is filling. I would need at least (3) shrimp tacos to be full. I went during my lunch break so I could not indulge in a margarita but my lunch date said the margarita with pineapple was very good. read more

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Best tacos in the city. Tried the shrimp and steak tacos and both were amazing. Tried their non alcoholic drinks as well which were also great read more

I recently tried the Fajita Bowl from this place in downtown Philadelphia. I opted for grilled chicken as the protein. Since it was a takeaway order, I enjoyed it later in my hotel. The portion size was enormous, and I couldn't finish it in one sitting. The food was decent, similar to other Chipotle-like restaurants, but I would recommend this place primarily for its generous portion sizes. read more

Hi-Lo Taco - Tacos Near Me - Philadelphia, Pennsylvania

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Came here for the 2 for $30 CCD lunch special - nothing to write home about but wish i could give it like a 3.5 instead. The special came with queso, guac and salsa as an appetizer and then our choice of 3 tacos each. The queso was good, but the salsa was lame. The guac was fresh but desperately needed more seasoning. We got the cajun shrimp and the pineapple pulled pork tacos to share - the cajun shrimp was fried well in a light batter and it worked with the bed of slaw. But the pork tacos were too sweet and heavy. They needed more of a citrus (despite the pineapple and salsa verde) to cut through the meat. Didn't taste much of the verde at all. Their tortillas are good tho! I also got a spiky spritz from the zero proof menu and it was the best thing i had here - suuuper refreshing. Overall, the place is cute but not sure if i'd come back anytime soon read more

Such an amazing happy hour spot in center city!! My girlfriends and I came by here and had a blast! We all got tacos and the triple dip combo as our food. My personal favorite was the crispy shrimp taco and the queso! The margaritas, which are only $6 during happy hour, were delicious!! Service was good and was such a fun crowd! read more

Hi-Lo Taco - Crispy Cajun Shrimp Taco Pineapple Pulled Pork Taco Mexican Sprite - Tacos Near Me - Philadelphia, Pennsylvania

Delicious fresh food. Lots of menu options. Egg/breakfast options available all day. Dietary restriction friendly. Great service. Relaxed setting. Dine-in, Take out or 3rd party delivery. read more

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I grabbed a chicken burrito, and wow, it was incredibly cheesy and the chicken was perfectly tender and flavorful, not chewy at all. I actually stopped in because I spotted their frozen margarita machine while walking by after teaching at Jefferson, and I'm so glad I did. The frozen margarita had an amazing texture and gave me just the right buzz without being too strong. I added the strawberry flavor to one of them, and it was so good. I'll definitely be coming back! read more

Hi-Lo Taco - Frozen margarita - Tacos Near Me - Philadelphia, Pennsylvania

Always a blast at hi-lows happy hour! I was super excited to see that they added a strawberry margarita to their happy hour menu! I got another round of tacos after this one just because they are so good! Def recommend stopping by for happy hour or late night or anytime actually. Food is always fresh and yummy! read more

Hi-Lo Taco - Tacos Near Me - Philadelphia, Pennsylvania

This spot is SOLID and will forever be on my Philly rotation. The tacos and margs are delicious. The service is friendly, and we were checked up on often, which is a plus. Ample seating and with everyone drinking and carrying on, it gets LOUD. The best part? If you are there for long enough, enjoy happy hour and then do it again for the reverse happy hour, which starts at 9pm. Missed taking pics of the fish taco. read more

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You can't go wrong with the tacos here. Before coming me and my friend were going back and forth on this place or a more traditional taco spot. I'm so glad we decided to come here. Service was okay, iur waiter was a little inattentive but the place was busy. This place has the best mushroom taco I think I've ever had.every taco I had was bomb lol. Make sure you come check out their happy hour too! read more

Hi-Lo Taco - Chicken, pork, shrimp, and mushroom tacos - Tacos Near Me - Philadelphia, Pennsylvania

Go Birds! I came here after the parade for lunch. They were very efficient handling such a large crowd. The tacos were SOO good I was surprised because the trio app was kind of lame. I also had a margarita that was great. They have a ton of tvs and a huge celine that makes this place feel huge. Definitely a good stop if you're looking for cheaper tex-mex! They also accommodated my gluten allergy well. (Gluten friendly is what I would call this place due to cross contamination but the server was very aware and educated on that!) read more

Hi-Lo Taco - trio - Tacos Near Me - Philadelphia, Pennsylvania

As a City worker, I'm always looking for deals I can snag using my City ID. This week, for our return back to the office full time, Hi-Lo was kind enough to offer a 10% discount. Hi-Lo is located right on the corner of Walnut Street, next to Scoop Deville. Since I was using my ID, I walked in and placed my to-go order with the host. My food was ready in about 10 minutes. I ordered two tacos and a side of jalapeño-lime slaw. Not only did everything look amazing, but the flavor was out of this world! Jalapeño lime slaw was slightly spicy, but nothing I couldn't handle. It had crunchy fried onions on top and was a refreshing side to enjoy with my tacos. The mushroom asada taco was unreal! The smoky flavor was on point. I also enjoyed the queso fresco and rice mixture in the cauliflower tinga taco. The tortillas were soft and buttery. Both tacos exceeded my expectations. I'm glad I got to experience Hi-Lo! I'll be back for Happy Hour soon, and would also be interested in trying a bowl from their menu. read more

Hi-Lo Taco - Jalapeño lime slaw - Tacos Near Me - Philadelphia, Pennsylvania

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We stopped in for a quick bit. Seated immediately and food came out quickly. I grabbed the Guajillo BBQ Chicken and Pineapple Pulled Pork tacos. They were both so juicy and flavorful. It looked like they had some good happy hour specials and late night specials. It is a good spot for a quick bite! read more

Hi-Lo Taco - Pineapple Pulled Pork taco (left) and Guajillo BBQ Chicken taco (right) - Tacos Near Me - Philadelphia, Pennsylvania

FOOD We swung by around 4 pm and ordered a mix between the happy hour and regular menus. I had the guajillo BBQ chicken and chicken fajita tacos. The BBQ taco was the perfect mix of sweet and savory and one I'd definitely get again if returning. The chicken fajita wasn't my favorite-- a little mellower on the flavor side and heavier than the former. Finally, the jumbo wings were equally sweet and savory as its taco counterpart. The ranch complemented the wings perfectly. DRINKS We ordered the margarita ($5 during happy hour), and it packed a punch! Definitely recommend getting one when stopping by. SERVICE The staff are kind and friendly. AMBIANCE The interior is very neat and modern. With the front of the store relatively small, I was surprised to see how expansive the establishment actually was when we stepped in. The high ceilings add to the spaciousness of the place as well. PARKING Paid street parking is available at a limited capacity. Parking garages are also located nearby. read more

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Good tacos, good drinks, cute place, and good service. The bbq chicken was my fave. Also had a grapefruit ranch water, which was [bartender's] kiss. read more

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I've been to Hi-lo taco a few times now. Each time I was treated to the best tacos in the city! I had the most fun there during happy hour. The margaritas were flowing, with your choice of the Hi-lo Silver Margarita or the Strawberry Margarita discounted for Happy Hour. Both are strong and hit the spot. The Chips and loaded queso are are a great sharable start to any Happy Hour there. But when it comes to the tacos you might not want to share. They are that good. The Cajun shrimp taco is outstanding. It may seem lite on the shrimp at first glance, but once you start eating it you will realize it's a perfectly balanced taco with perfectly fried shrimp. The grilled BBQ chicken taco is another happy hour taco that had me licking my lips. On the regular menu, the grilled mahi mahi fish taco is delicious, and the chicken bacon ranch taco is even better. The chicken bacon ranch taco is my favorite. It's the perfect ratio of grilled chicken, cheddar, bacon, peppers, onions, lettuce, jalapeños, and ranch dressing on a handmade flour tortilla. Eating that taco makes me happy! Just writing about it makes me want to go back to Hi-lo taco soon. If you like tacos Hi-lo taco is a can't miss destination. read more

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Interesting vibe for a taco place. The menu also quite interesting, offering up some twists on the usual flare for tacos. The pork taco was standard, what you would expect. The highlight, however, are the fish options. The cod was great, wonderful texture and the sauce on top was thoroughly enjoyed. The mushroom asada taco is not something we typically would've ordered but greatly enjoyed. Appreciate when tacos are not double-wrapped, which these were not. I'm not sure if this is an everyday offering as it isn't on the drink menu but we were offered a pitcher of margaritas for $22, which was a pretty good price for the amount we got. Would get take-out or come back to try some more of the offerings. read more

Hi-Lo Taco - The fish tacos - Tacos Near Me - Philadelphia, Pennsylvania

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Wow! This was a recommendation from a friend from the area and I'm glad we were able to check this spot out. It's beautiful, bright and spacious inside. I sat at the bar, it wasn't overcrowded but the space in this venue is ideal. The food selections weren't overwhelming, I had a hard time deciding. I went with the Queso which I felt was a bit gritty to me at first but really enjoyed the loaded Queso!! My Spicy Green margarita was made just right. The bartender was chill, engaging and made my first visit a memorable one! Excited to come back when they begin to open for lunch AND another after work happy hour! This is a great spot for small bites, good tequila and good vibes! read more

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A Tuesday afternoon lunch. It was basically empty when we got in. The food was great. It puts me in the mind of Velvet Taco down south. I love the Tex Mex spin. The shrimp tacos are absolutely delicious. The drinks were great. I can't wait to come back to try more on the menu. read more

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A true underrated gem in the city. A place to sit down and have a drink and good food plus watching the game...all without breaking the bank! Plus, their shotglasses are shaped like boots and who doesn't need that kind of ridiculous fun on a Tuesday night? They make their flour tacos by hand and you can even buy them in bulk to go if you, like me, enjoy eating them plain like a gremlin over your sink at breakfast the next morning. I really enjoyed the crispy cajun taco, but they're basically all good, and you can get the breakfast versions all day. Most will run you $5-7 apiece. Service is great, too, which is strangely not always the case at restaurants with a much higher price point in the area. read more

Hi-Lo isn't just a happy hour...it's the happiest hour in the city! My buddy Zack swooped in like my knight in shining armor, rescuing this damsel in distress from work and whisking me off to his hidden paradise. $6 margaritas? Count me in! These babies do more than quench your thirst...they'll have you happily slurring, 'I love this place!' We strutted through the doors like VIPs (Zack swears they know him), and let me tell you, Hi-Lo truly puts the hi in quality and the lo in price. Saturday happy hours? Now that's a fairytale ending! Catch me here forever, thanks, Hi-Lo! ** Our waitress Espy was amazing ( there's a bar as well) and the owner always has a strong presence a very good sign of a great place to be at read more

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This place looks small from the outside, but the inside is pretty spacious! We were pleasantly impressed! The service, drinks and food were amazing! We'll definitely be going back! read more

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Finally, tacos with flavor! Hi Lo tacos are amazing. They offer the option to get just one taco, which gives me the chance to try different flavors. They also serve breakfast tacos all day, so I'll definitely be back to try those. I tried the two shrimp taco options, and every bite was delicious. The Spicy Matcha Shrimp is a must try with the perfect amount of spice and well balanced toppings. The Crispy Cajun Shrimp was flavorful and crunchy, though I wish it came with avocado like the Spicy Matcha Shrimp. The place is clean, and the service is efficient. These are definitely some of the most flavorful tacos I've had at a Philly restaurant in a while. read more

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HiLo is my favorite place to grab a drink and have some tacos - they have a great variety to choose from. I appreciate the inventiveness of some choices like the Smashburger taco and the Hot Cauliflower Taco (2 current favorites) right along with some great version of classics like chicken and steak. I've tried every taco on their menu at least twice now and I've never been disappointed. The wings and queso are stand-outs too. On top of the kitchen banging out great food, the bar and wait staff are some of the nicest people, as is the owner. The place also has a great vibe, clean and bright, never too noisy to talk. I'd keep coming back for the tacos alone, but it's also awesome to know I'm supporting such a great place. read more

Thanks to Reddit for letting me know about this place, an easy walk from my PATCO train stop. One day on the way home, I decided to pop in to try it out for happy hour. I opted to go for the $10 smoked bbq wings with a $4 side of rice and beans - I'm Asian, I'll take rice wherever I can with chicken, LOL. While the menu describes the wings as "jumbo", I'd really classify it more as "meaty." Loved the slightly sticky sweet flavor, and the ranch with a touch of Maggi sauce was unusual and appreciated. The rice was a bit dry, but overall enjoyed everything delivered to the table. Easy, chill vibe in here, bright and airy and not too loud. Service was really friendly and nice. read more

This was the second time I ordered the fajita bowl with crispy fish and grilled chicken through Ubereats. As I requested the pickled jalapenos and the valentina butter were omitted. But, so were the salsa ranchera and the quesco fresco, so it was dry and tasteless. Not only that, the chicken was so overdone I could have broken a tooth. Needless to say I am angry having wasted my money on a very unsatisfactory meal. read more

I live in the city and absolutely love stopping by here after the gym or work! Place a pickup or eat in - food comes out hot and quick and the tacos are absolutely delish! Smash burger taco is my go to! Pricing is reasonable too! I can tell the owners are passionate about their food and the community around them! read more

Hi-Lo Taco - Smashburger Taco - Tacos Near Me - Philadelphia, Pennsylvania

I've lived in Philly for the past 10 years, calling myself a local foodie. I'm not one to post on social media, but instead, tell my friends/colleagues the best place to try. For the last year, that "place" is Hilo taco. Funny story...my boyfriend talked about their opening for months. Being me, I thought we would try their food and he'd stop talking incessantly about them. Little did I know, Hilo would be our "spot". We've been coming here multiple times a week for the past year. Let me tell you why.. The food. Phenomenal and consistent. I've tried every taco on the menu. Obviously, I have my preferences (aka Hilo hot cauliflower and BBQ taco), but each taco is unique and flavorful. Their weekly taco special excites me each week: I look forward to the announcement and seeing the new creation each week. The people. From the first time we went to Hilo, I felt like I was family. I can't speak enough about how much we love the people who work here. It's more than a job for them: they make their customers feel welcome, comfortable and at home. Coming from working in a hospital and having many long days, this places brings me joy everytime I walk in. If you're in Philly, please check these guys out! You will not be disappointed and will send all your friends here! They have the best tacos, staff and margaritas around town! read more

Stumbled across this spot during a recent trip to Philly. Food was so good that we came back the very next day. I happened to be back in the city and knew exactly what I wanted for dinner. Food...Drinks... Service.... All 5 read more

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Stopped here for some tacos and margaritas. The regular margarita was $22 a pitcher ( not sure if it's always this price ). I ordered the cod and smash burger taco ( the cod was my favorite). My friend ordered the cod and breakfast chorizo ( favorite was the chorizo and ordered another ). The restaurant is casual. A quick grab and go or sit down for a quick bite. read more

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So i don't do reviews often but this place has some DAMN GOOD TACOS. I was expecting them to be just ok but, i mean WOW! Service wasn't that great but I also came at the last hour, so maybe that's why? My server was friendly but not very attentive. The dips were decent and my drink was good but the tacos were definitely the star! I got the Guajillo BBq Chicken, Grilled Mahi Mahi and Spicy Macha Shrimp!! read more

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Went on a Wednesday night with friends to just catch up. Soon as we walked in we were greeted & seated. Our waiter was super friendly and attentive. We had a friend with a dairy allergy and he made sure her order was dairy free all the way down to the butter! Food and drinks came out really quick and everything was super good. We all got the tropiarita which was amazing. I had the smash burger taco and the spicy Cajun shrimp taco. Both were amazing and super filling! 3 of us went, we all got a drink each, chips & salsa, and 2 tacos each and the check was under $100! Definitely priced well. Also music was a great mix of popular hits & Spanish music. Vibe was perfect for a girls night catching up. Will definitely return when I'm back to Philly read more

Hi-Lo Taco - Smash Burger Taco & Spicy Cajun Shrimp Taco - Tacos Near Me - Philadelphia, Pennsylvania

Had to rush and get a review down for this place because everything about Hi-Lo taco was just so enjoyable. All the staff, even the ones that were not serving us were so nice and a pleasant. When it comes to food, everything was delicious. My favorites were the shrimp and the mushroom. I don't think you can go wrong with any. Kid friendly, great prices, and wonderful place to eat. Welcome to the neighborhood! Will be coming back often as I they honestly made me walkw out a happier person. read more

Hi-Lo Taco - Tacos Near Me - Philadelphia, Pennsylvania

Hi-Lo perfectly takes care of the easy tex mex taco hole that we have in eastern center city. The taco options have something for everyone and even though they're $4-$7 each, one is pretty filling if you aren't starving and looking for a something new to go with your margarita. Queso is amazing!!! And a Saturday happy hour spot??? Amazing!!! The only cons here are that my marg had a lot of ice in it :/ We needed more chips for the queso but they noticed and brought them over to our table which was kind. read more

Hi-Lo Taco - Brownie sundae was actually very large and shareable - Tacos Near Me - Philadelphia, Pennsylvania

Not your usual taco place. I went with group of 6 and everyone raved about their tacos and are already planning on what they are going to get next time. The Crispy Shrimp Taco was phenomenal read more

Hi-Lo Taco - Crispy Shrimp, Smash burger, Mushroom Asada - Tacos Near Me - Philadelphia, Pennsylvania

Let's set aside for a few minutes how good the food is...and it's REALLY good...and talk about the staff. When you find a place where the staff seem to truly like their jobs...and each other...and you...you're likely to have a great experience! The manager, who's every bit a part of making this place as wonderful as the food is...told me recently that she has the same staff now...that was there when Hi-Lo opened 1 year ago! Think about that for a minute. NO turnover in staff for a year! That's unheard of in the restaurant industry, and there's a reason why. Hi-Lo taco is doing things right! Top to bottom...front to back...inside and out! Now on to the food. It's good...really good! It's unfortunate that the chef/owner can't be out front to take in the looks and sounds of joy that come with every bite... but he's back in the kitchen doing what he does best. Creating and preparing some of the best tacos (and more) that you can experience...short of being blessed by having a Latina grandmother. Don't be fooled by the simplicity of his creations. They're a thoughtful combinations of the finest and freshest ingredients available. Pork is smoked in house and is as moist and tender as award winning bbq. The salsa is a deep red bordering on brown color... because individual ingredients are fire roasted in house creating a memorable medley and depth of flavor. And the tortilla chips...oh, those chips!!! I like a thick chip and my girlfriend likes thin chips. We both agree that Hi-Lo tortilla chips...are "perfect chips"! Order them with the trinity of salsa, guacamole, and queso. (You can thank me later) They're made in small batches and will arrive at your table wam, and crispy, and salted to perfection...each time they offer to bring you more. (And they will) The drinks are as creative and fresh tasting as the food is. Whether it's a "Troparita" or a "Paloma Pop Ranch Water"... you'll definitely be wanting a second! Look...I could go on and on about the smoked pork and pineapple taco (my favorite), or the crispy shrimp taco, or even the "smashburger" taco... (did he just say "smashburger taco"? ...I could describe the drink menu in greater detail or gush over the crispy smoked wings...but let's talk about what happening right now. You've already decided that you want to try Hi-Lo Taco...I'm talking way too much... and your mouth is beginning to water! Great choice! You're as smart as you look... but we knew that! Enjoy read more

a unique taco spot with fun flavors! as a whole, my friend and i both really enjoyed the tacos. they were very unique, and we particularly liked the cauliflower tinga. at first i thought it was odd that the taco had rice, but it made it rather filling and satisfying to eat. the food was all very flavorful, just more on the expensive end with some of the tacos running over $6 a piece. the wings were standard, some of the pieces were more dry/lacking in sauce, i would probably skip those next time. the restaurant is spacious with plenty of seating. the least enjoyable part was just that it was so incredibly cold! it was 85 degrees outside today, and my friend and i were both freezing with how strong the AC was going. i would recommend bringing a mid-sized jacket, my flannel didn't help. the staff were very friendly and attentive, but the service was weirdly slow. we waited for quite a while to receive our tacos. i also ordered a prickly pear housemade soda at the end of our meal, and it took so long to come out that we wanted to just get our check and leave. the tacos were truly delicious though, i would love to come back for happy hour! read more

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Absolutely phenomenal food. Queso with burnt ends to start was out of this world, but still was nothing compared to the tacos. My group of 4 each had different styles of the tacos available and all had a great compliment of flavors. Each taco was large but enough that we easily had two each. The brownie sundae at the end was also amazing with the slight kick in it. Service was friendly and fast. Would definitely go back again. The restaurant also gives back to the community not only with local art and furniture used to make the space but also with food donations to Philabundance. I cannot say enough great things about Hi Lo Taco!!! read more

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Good drinks. Amazing tacos. Weekly Tuesday specials. All in Center City. A win win win. Finally: a decently affordable taco spot in the area. Hi-Lo is the one. read more