I really, really liked Montaco, but I can't justify anything more than 3-stars because of their prices. Tacos range in the $3 - $4.50 range, with the fish and shrimp tacos being the most expensive. Sides (Mexican corn, mango with chile and lime) run around $2 - $4. Drinks are about $3, if you get one of their tempting homemade concoctions (hibiscus iced tea, mint limeade). I rarely complain that good food isn't worth the price, but I just won't pay $20 to have lunch out of a truck.
I decided to make the walk across Downtown to Bayfront Park to check out Montaco after a friend raved about the lunch she just had there. A little taken aback by the prices, I decided to splurge since everything sounded fantastic.
I opted for one of the fish tacos, the Mexican corn, the mango slices with chile and lime, and a mint limeade to wash it down. The taco was actually a decent size, but with only one tortilla, it quickly fell apart while I was eating it. The corn was great - topped with crema, a little spice, and cotija cheese - mmm. The mango was a great way to end - on a sweet note (but with a kick).
I think it's great that Montaco has come down from NY to spend the winter in the sunshine, but if they want to win repeat customers, they should consider bringing their prices down. read more