I was hoping this spot would embody the "gas station taco" mythos, but unfortunately, it fell short of expectations. Maybe I was feeling nostalgic for a time that's passed, as the authentic feel I was hoping for just wasn't there. The staff, possibly the owners--one young man and woman--didn't enhance the experience.
Right from the start, I was put off by their deceptive advertising. When they first opened, they had a balloon that said "Grand Opening," giving the impression they were ready for business. However, when I went in, they were actually closed and just told me to come back later. I wasn't the only one fooled--other customers had the same experience.
Still, I didn't want to pass up the chance to try their tacos, so I gave them a shot. Unfortunately, the food was mediocre at best. It felt like they bought the meat from a local Mexican supermarket and simply reheated it. To make matters worse, several menu items were unavailable.
The service wasn't exactly rude, but it wasn't warm or efficient either. It didn't leave any positive impression, and there weren't any redeeming qualities to make up for it.
As for the ambiance, the decor leaned heavily into Mexican stereotypes, and the set up had some awkward details. For instance, instead of the usual sauce bottles, they had the sauces in these hotel pans with a ladle, so you had to scoop the sauce into a small cup, which felt a bit clumsy. Plus, the trash can was awkwardly placed in the corner instead of by the door, making the layout feel poorly thought out.
Yes, I know this is Coppell, so my expectations for great tacos weren't high to begin with. But even by those standards, the food was disappointing, especially at $3 for a small taco. This place can do better, and I hope they improve. read more