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    La Oaxaqueña

    4.6 (138 reviews)
    ModerateTacos, Steakhouses
    Open 11:00 am - 9:00 pm

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    What's the vibe?
    Casual
    Moderate noise
    Happy hour specials
    Dogs allowed

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    Joseph W.

    Such an amazing place. The food was delicious and the prices were not that bad. We ended up trying out the margaritas and some taquitos as an appetizer. The taquitos were piping hot with huge chunks of chicken. My partner had the tamales and I had the Tlayuda. Both platters were delicious and had the perfect flavor and spice. This place is highly recommended and underrated.

    Burrito De Carne Asada
    Jack G.

    A sneaky good authentic Mexican restaurant that is worth the stop in. The place is tucked in underneath a shop, and was easy to miss from the road. Once you walk in however, the vibrant colors can't be mistaken for anything other than an authentic Mexican place. We were quickly seated and ordered the Burrito carne asada and three al pastor street tacos. Chips and salsa were readily available while we waited for our main dishes. Food came out quite quickly and we could not be happier with the taste. The menu has a little bit of everything, and has the value that you look for with these non chain Mexican restaurants. If you're in and around South County, La Oaxaquena is definitely worth the stop!

    Chicken Mole
    Robert B.

    Fun little place in a weird spot! If you haven't been there before, I'll bet you will miss it, as it is behind and below another shop. Small place, with just a couple of dozen seats and the standard bright color decorations that you expect at a Mexican restaurant. The meme has different sections, including and authentic meals section, which we ordered from. The mole was good, but seemed a little bland to me, chips and salsa were good you can tell that the salsa was made very recently as it still had some crunch in the veges. Server was quick to take our orders,but not very talkative and we had to ask for refills on our drinks, which is my own pet peeve. Looking forward to going again, and trying different things. Not sure about the cricket appetizer!

    Lunch menu
    Kevin W.

    Restaurant is down the hill in the back. With a big sign that says Mexican Restaurant. Nice and clean inside. Nothing fancy. Waiter was very polite and did a great job. Started us off with WARM chips (nice touch) and an excellent red salsa, not spicy (wife as happy about that). Reminded me of fresh cilantro salsa. Ordered the tamale dinner. Came with 3 tamales. No sides, but there was a lot of food. Very good taste. Really liked the texture of the tamale. The chicken and the mole sauce were very good. Think I will ask for a like more sauce next time to put over the top. Other had the beef taco salad and she said it was great. She really enjoyed it. Another had the lunch special with chicken enchilada and chicken chimichanga with refried beans. Said the enchilada was good and that the chimichanga was great. Really liked the refried beans. Great flavor and tasted fresh. Definitely Would go back. If you like or love real Mexican food you should give it a try. It is across from Melville high school and a little hard to find - but worth the extra effort.

    Lunch menu
    Henry P.

    Stopped by la Caxaqueña To have some Mexican food Juan provided great customer service I got the lunch fajitas Mixed steak and chicken and Aguas Frescas

    My wife's burrito. Cheese on the side. She was a fan.

    Wow, this is a tough one. Plus: wrestling on tv! Seriously, that added to the atmosphere imho. Friendly service. Not everyday Mexican food. Molotes are fun to eat and tasty. Tamales are wrapped in plantain leaves instead of corn husks, making for an interesting presentation. My wife really liked her burrito. Minus: The tamales had a bit of a fennel-like taste that wasn't entirely welcome. maybe it was the plantain leaves. I don't think it was the molé as it was also on the Molotes. Moreover, the chicken in said tamales was pretty tough. Now, I'm not sure if there are other options than chicken: if there are it would be for the better. Verdict: I am undaunted. I'll give them another try.

    Street tacos (steak), chips / salsa (great salsa!), white cheese, burrito Oaxaca and margaritas!
    John M.

    Really enjoy this recent addition to the south county area. Staff is super friendly, menu is full of enticing options. This was our 4th or 5th visit and each time we've been really pleased with our service / food / drinks. The one item missing from the attached pic was our order of tamales. Super special tamales, wrapped in banana leaves...in our opinion some of the best tamales in the city. Service is always friendly and inviting. La Oaxaquena is a regular for us...if you are in South County and looking for a quality place give them a try. Well worth stopping in. We're looking forward to celebrating with them on Cinco de Mayo!

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    Kerri E.

    Cute Mexican restaurant that's around the corner/ behind a Mediterranean place. The inside is cheerful and clean. Our server was extremely attentive. Chips were warm and fresh. Salsa was good. I had the lunch special 2 for $8.25. The taco and quesadilla were good. Pepsi products, and that includes Diet Dr Pepper. I'd definitely go back.

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    Even the takeout is delicious. They have great daily specials. They are very quick and the service is always excellent!

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    Food is great Service was great and the price is very good. Definitely be going there again for dinner

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    Best Mexican in south county! Beats the others by far. More authentic as well (not 100% but closer than Taco Bell or el maguey)

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    Good Mexican food great service good margaritas and good variety large dining area inside and out very popular establishment

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    El Burro Loco

    El Burro Loco

    3.7(656 reviews)
    9.3 miCentral West End
    $$

    This is probably the best Mexican food I've ever had. The serving sizes were HUGE and the food was…read moreabsolutely delicious. Everything was cooked to perfection and seasoned perfectly. I wasn't a huge fan of the salsa but it filled me up and was tasty enough. The ambiance is absolutely beautiful! You can see there is so much culture in this place and the staff was super friendly. I saw some other people having issues with staff but that wasn't my experience. DOWNSIDE they don't currently have their liquor license . I don't know what the issue is and quite frankly it was a bummer. That's the only reason I gave them a 4 . The food was so good I honestly didn't mind too much though. Had an amazing time. 100% recommend.

    This was the most mid Mexican food I have ever had. The dining room didn't have air conditioning on…read morewhen we first came in on a Sunday afternoon, but I guess they decided to switch it on while there were people pulling out hand held fans and wiping their sweat off. I am assuming the heat inside was why there were grease/sweat patches on the edge of the table I was seated on. The birria tacos were very average, the rice that came with it was absolutely bland and the pastor enchiladas were alright but the meat was mostly charred. The horchata was so dilute, I couldn't taste anything. The only saving grace were the chips and salsa - especially the salsa. Overall, this is a pretty overpriced place for below average food.

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    Tacos 4 Life

    Tacos 4 Life

    4.6(27 reviews)
    9.1 miMidtown

    I have visited Tacos 4 Life a few times since they have opened and while my first visit was a bit…read moreof a miss, the other visits have been way better in terms of customer service and food. I like that this is a mother fast casual option so you can order at the counter and then they will bring the food to you when it's ready. They have a self service station for drinks (no alcohol). I wish I would have taken a picture of the tacos I ordered during my first visit, but I definitely forgot. I ordered a shrimp taco and while I was nervous that it would be small, it as actually a nice size and very filling. Was it a bit spicy? Yes. But I powered through because the flavors were good. The cilantro rice was also so good as a side and I loved the street corn, it was so creamy and delicious. My main pick when I visit now is the half southwest rice bowl with grilled chicken. It is the right portion size and has all the things I love in the rice bowl. I forgot to add avocado/guac on this last visit, but that's usually a good thing to add on top or to the side. Be sure you download the app and sign up for their rewards so that you can earn points and get rewards! You can't sign up in person, you have to sign up through the app (weird, but that's what they told me).

    I visited the restaurant for the first time on Tuesday, January 20, 2026. It was big, well lit,…read moreclean, and I loved the mission statement of feeding hungry children. I ordered a Grilled Chicken Taco, Chicken Bacon Ranch Taco, a Chipotle Steak Taco, and Chips and Queso. I received my food in less than 10 minutes...fast and prompt. The tacos were nicely filled but the meats were fairly tasteless. The saving grace were the sauces provided. Also, the soft fluffy shells crumbled as I began to eat them. As far as the queso, I didn't really care for the taste. It was something off about it that I can't put my finger on. I was hoping for a great food experience based off other reviews but know all tastebuds are different. My search continues for epic tacos.

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    Rock Star Tacos at Gaslight

    Rock Star Tacos at Gaslight

    4.8(64 reviews)
    7.4 miThe Hill

    This place is the best! I just heard they may close at the end of 2025, which would really be a…read moreshame. There's nothing quite like it in the neighborhood. RST is owned by an amazing couple who care about their guests and their products. The food is fun and tasty; drinks are fantastic. First off: there's a small parking lot on the east side of the building plus plenty of street parking. Inside you'll be graciously welcomed by the bartender if you slide onto a barstool-- or you can be seated at a table in the dining room or outside. They're usually a few decent beers on tap, and more available in cans. The bar manager does excellent work with a specialty cocktail menu and house-made shrubs and syrups. The house margarita is affordable and very drinkable. While you wait, enjoy complimentary popcorn topped with Rock Star Dust-- their own special blend of seasonings that is also included in several other menu items. Scan the QR code to see the menu of rockstar-named dishes like the glass onion rings, Amy Swinehouse (pork taco) and such. It's all good! (Your server will take your order & bring the food out.) Tamales are especially excellent, made with the owner's mother's authentic recipe. There are a few vegetarian options, rotating specials, and sweet treats as well. You can get in and out pretty quickly if you've got somewhere else to be, or hang for a while and enjoy the cool atmosphere & wonderful people!

    Everything was great! We are sad to see them go. I had the McSabbath, Fish You were Here (the sweet…read moresauce wasn't for me, but the fish was nice and crispy), and the Man in the Box. We tried Eye of the Tiger, Mac & Diane, and Down on the Korner. All were tasty. If anything, I love the menu for clever names. Be sure to get there before they close the doors and grab a bottle of Rock Star Dust, too.

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    La Calle

    La Calle

    3.4(36 reviews)
    8.4 miForest Park Southeast
    $$

    loved the experience and the staff was super helpful I especially enjoyed Selena & Mayte!!!read more

    Honestly my experience here felt like a fever dream. My partner and I were looking somewhere to eat…read morea late dinner on a Thursday night, and we stumbled upon this place. When we walked in, the place was empty, besides the singular bartender standing behind the bar. She told us to sit anywhere we wanted, so we chose a table near the bar. Then, she politely asked us to move to the bar. She apologized and said she was new and that she didn't know what was going on. We started with an order of chips and salsa and shared a mango margarita on the rocks. Let's just say our marg was missing the rocks. The bartender forgot to add ice, so our margita was warm. She gave us a cup of ice to pour in. The marg itself wasn't very strong and tasted pretty syrup-y. Although the chips and salsa only cost us $2.50, I probably could've gone without. I don't think I would've liked them even if they were complimentary. The salsa was decent, but the chips were saltless and flavorless. We ordered two tacos and the arroz con pollo plate. My tacos came out at different times. Both were tiny and disappointing. I had the Hemp Avenue taco and the Sarah Street taco. The black bean juice was everywhere. The tortillas were dry and fell apart. They brought out a quesadilla instead of our arroz con pollo plate. We were confused, but the bartender insisted the order was correct. Then, a few minutes later, the correct plate was brought out. I guess I can't be mad that we scored a free quesadilla. However, it was quite soggy and the cheese was almost a rubbery texture. While we were there, a DJ started playing. The volume of the music went back and forth between increasingly loud and extremely quiet. None of the other staff members acknowledged us whatsoever. It felt like we weren't even there. I hate sounding so pessimistic, so I will say two positive things: their outdoor patio looks like a fun spot in the summer, and I bet this would be a great option if you've been out partying all night and need some food in your belly. Overall a bizarre experience from start to finish!

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    Bar and lounge area!

    Session Taco

    Session Taco

    4.0(330 reviews)
    9.5 miCentral West End
    $$

    Wow! We have the worst luck, it's like anytime we fall in love with a place, it ends up closing…read moreright after we visit. The day after our visit, we heard the news that Session Taco in the CWE is closing and will be reopening soon with a new name and flare. I am excited to see what's next... but selfishly, I really love Session Taco and we had such a fun outing as a family after catching a movie at Chase Park Plaza. We shared my favorite carne asada fries and each ordered a taco. The Mahi Taco! Yum. My little one had the chicken tenders and fries, and we all agreed the quality of the chicken was top-tier, honestly some of the best tenders around. Hoping the new version brings the magic!

    Welcome Back! I missed you much, its hard to believe you've been gone from this location for almost…read morethree years. However, Kirkwood did a good job filling in for you. I was so excited about your return, that I showed up early for a private party in the new event space downstairs. Which I must say is stellar for a small celebration. I arrived early, so I could sit at the bar and enjoy a refreshing Margarita and it was as good as I remembered. There is just something about a Margarita being made from scratch and shaken just like a Martini, that makes it stand above all the others. The staff was super friendly and I cannot wait to return and chow down on some Shrimp Tacos and an order of their Chips and Salsa.

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    La Oaxaqueña - tacos - Updated May 2026

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