AMBIANCE We rolled in on a late evening hoping to feed our…read moreMexican cravings and stay toasty. Gives the rave review of how underrated this spot was, we decided to give it a go. It's a small spot on the side of High Street that's probably easily missed. Gratefully had parking spots right outside and when we walked it, we were immediately greeted. We took a few minutes to scan the large menu on the board and the more comprehensive one on the counter. We ordered the quesadillas, fajitas, and pixie and were cautioned that that would be an enormous portion (very much appreciated the honesty on that one and was true). We ordered it anyway since that's what we were craving! It's a small spot with 3 booths and a few smaller table areas. SERVICE Quick service spot where you order at the counter, find seating, and 10 minutes or so later your food is made in the kitchen and can be picked up at the pick-up counter a few steps away. We picked up our quesadillas and fajitas from the counter, and our pozole with pork was brought over to us with tortillas, cilantro, and onions. FOOD Absolutely delicious and so worth the value! The quesadillas were chunky with chicken and pozole was hearty and well spiced. Loved every bite of the pork, cilantro, and hominy!!! Can't find this in a lot of spots and so glad they do it here. The beef fajitas were also well done with a solid portion of sautéed vegetables and 3-4 tortillas! OVERALL Absolutely agree that this spot is underrated and a gem....quick, no frills unassuming spot with friendly staff that never disappoints. Would 11/10 recommend if you want Mexican food. We've already got this spot pinned for Mexican in C'ville favorites and are looking forward to going for our third time to try out more options.

Went to the new location and I have to say, I was really disappointed. The new place is GREAT…read more But the food was average at best. I ordered a pork tamale. It was flavorful but it was hard and the pork seemed old and dry. Maybe it was recycled or maybe they microwaved it to death. But I could not finish it. It was authentic but it was not what you would want to serve. I debated taking it back to the counter. I ordered two tacos. They are usually great. Today, nope. The Cabrito was okay today and the carnitas a little fatty. But the most disappointing thing is that they were not hot. Maybe they died in the window, but dead they were when they hit my table. The only thing saving the experience was the tostada...and the homemade tortillas on the tacos. All fresh. Even the signature sauce stand was different. The sauces today seemed very runny compared to how they usually present. I did get a fountain Pepsi and it was perfect. Overall, love the new spot and the decor. I will go back because i live their food. Assuming today was just an off day.

Brazos Tacos absolutely exceeded every expectation for my two best friends' birthday celebration…read more They accommodated a group of 30 people so seamlessly, which is no easy task, and made the entire night feel effortless, fun, and incredibly special. From the moment we arrived, the staff was beyond welcoming--so attentive, engaging, and genuinely kind. They didn't just serve us, they created an experience. They kept the energy up, made sure everything ran smoothly, and truly helped make the celebration unforgettable. And the margaritas... amazing. Easily some of the best we've had, and a huge hit with everyone in the group. Planning a large birthday celebration can be stressful, but Brazos Tacos made it feel easy and enjoyable. I'm so grateful for how special they made the night for my friends--could not recommend them more for both big celebrations and a great night out!

Parking is shared with local businesses so very convenient and walk able. If you've had tacos in…read moreTexas, you've had these tacos - just priced for downtown Charlottesville prices. A vegetarian would be happy here but maybe not a vegan. A person who only eats breakfast will be overjoyed to see eggs on the menu. They have an hibiscus drink you should try for variety's sake. I'd also get the hand pressed tortillas when on offer and free yourself from flour. Service is ordering at the pass and they drop off the food. Ambiance is medium to loud depending on the time of day. Give the patio a try then go for a walk around for a bit before getting back in the car. Also, the fan in the bathroom sounds like a death metal band at sound check.

I cannot believe I've never reviewed Tacos Gomez. I have eaten there at least 50 times in the past…read morefew years. No joke. I have had Carnitas tacos.... i have had the Al pastor tacos...I have had tortas... I have had alambre...I have had quesadillas.... I have used both the red and the green sauce. Let me say this...it is authentic...it is real...I have never had a bad meal. If I am hungry and want Mexican, I can't drive past this place. They have seating, so one can sit outside when it's warm. They take orders over the phone for pickup. They have beverages and they even sell fries. The tacos are simple...no cheese. No sour cream. Just onions and cilantro. The way they are meant to be. The tortillas are homemade. The quesadillas are like mini tacos, stuffed with your choice of proteins (or all veggies) plus cheese--grilled on the griddle. The torta is traditional and authentic. U can't go wrong. Love. Love. Love. Love. This. Place. And love the people that work there. The food is always fresh, tasty and oh so good!

Great taco spot and a good spot for lunch. You see people from all walks of life and different ages…read moreenjoying food here. I also get tacos and usually get lengua and tripa. Their tripa is realllyyyy good. Lengua is awesome as well. The birria tacos are not my favorite, not terrible but I've had better.

I stopped in for some takeout and rally enjoyed the food. The chips and salsa are the best.read more

We popped into Cactus for dinner last night and the food was delicious. The portions were huge. The…read morechips and salsa were not your standard big chain Tostitos and the cheese dip was AMAZING. The service was not great. It was a Friday night and we were one of 3 tables. The music was night club loud and I had to yell to be heard. 10/10 recommend the food though. Maybe next time we will try it to go!

Love this place, all the people are always so friendly…read more They normally open from 5pm -12 am so this is always a great place to stop by after class or for a quick snacks. The tables and seats are outside so it's a little cold during the winter, but overall pretty chill area My goto order is Quesadilla de Lengua and ifs the best thing in the world. Al pastor and Birria taco is also good!

Most authentic tacos in Charlottesville. They have a few options: carne asada, chorizo, campechano,…read morebirria, cabeza, lengua, pollo and al pastor. I think I've tried all of them save the birria and maybe the cabeza. All are great. Pollo and carne asada are good the campechano, al pastor and lengua are the bomb. Get the corn tortillas with cilantro onion and some cheese. It's so good. Their quesadillas are also fine, I do carmelized onion with chicken and it's really good. They will give you some sauces and lime on the side. Overall when it's fresh these are the best tacos in cville for no frills just good authentic tacos. Yum!

We had the salmon con cocoa and the arepa cantoto as well as some empanadas and it was delicious…read morelike I don't post on Yelp much but this restaurant was worth posting about. Also the Miami Vibe here was just a lot of fun

I come all the way from South Florida with very high Cuban food standards... and somehow this spot…read morein Charlottesville hit the mark! Guajiros Miami Eatery is the real deal. From the extra hot café con leche to the perfectly crispy, tostones relleños. And the fried cheese... golden, gooey, and served with a tangy dipping sauce. Authentic flavors, fantastic service....a great find.

Love the queso & cheese! Their chips are the best too !…read more If you add quesadillas! The best!

YUMMMM!! I love torchys and think their food is really solid for Tex Mex. There are certainly great…read moreoptions in town for authentic tacos and Mexican food but torchys hits the Tex Mex itch when you want it I am a fan of just their regular pork taco with onions cilantro white cheese and verde salsa. Can't be beat! Although I will say I think the tacos are a bit pricey running between $6-8 a piece. The burritos are the bomb. I usually get pork, rice, beans, sour cream, guacamole, cheese and think they are totally delicious. The breakfast burrito they offer is also awesome and is one of our favorites. Overall, the food here is totally solid for Americanized Mexican food. If you like chipotle I would say give this a try!

Great food and even better staff. Everyone who works here is super kind and welcoming, and they…read morereally make the whole restaurant feel fun and comfortable. You can tell they care about the customers and creating a good atmosphere. Definitely one of my favorite spots in Charlottesville.

Interesting atmosphere, quite loud but that's to be expected Friday evening. Service was attentive…read moreand friendly. I love the chaos of the art-- to the right of me was this acrylic painting of a creepy teddy bear. I couldn't stop looking at it. Truly bizarre, I love that. The restaurant is dim and cozy and there's plenty to look at. The lamb in my meal was so juicy and flavorful, and the "kiss me through the foam" drink was a real treat. I love the watermelon mixed with the spice. Delicious. But my boyfriend's meal, the carne asada, was a bit bland, which was surprising because it cost a bit more than mine. The rice was very good, but the meat was a little plain we both thought. Nothing like the flavor explosion I got from the lamb. Besides that, an amazing Valentine's eve experience. Will be returning.

Incredible. Must try for vegans and lovers of Oaxacan food…read more Parking can be tough but worth it. Such a cute spot. A bit pricy but, again, worth it.

One of my top restaurants in Charlottesville. How often do you see a Oaxacan Mexican restaurant??…read more The tamale is my favorite, but I also love the mole negro con carne Most dishes have a vegetarian alternative. Don't sleep on their cocktail menu either, they (at least used to) have an excellent sangria. Service is friendly and quick! There is very little seating inside, but tons on the patio which is a nice opportunity to sit outside in Belmont. Usually there's street parking around.

Mi casita has great Salvadoran food. My friend growing up her family immigrated from El Salvador…read moreand this was their favorite place in town for authentic food. Their pupusas are the bomb and they do offer some other options like beleadas and fajitas, so they do some other cuisines too. The baleadas are amazing. I love platanos maduros and they are good here. Overall great spot for Salvadoran food. Would be back!

Some of the best food I have had. I got the Quesadilla Suprema with chicken and beef and it was…read moreabsolutely amazing. The rice, out of this world compared to other restaurants I've been to, like it's cooked in a rice cooker. The salad with it amazing as well. Overall very impressed. Definitely recommend and will be back!!!