Super impressed with everything about this place. I was in town for business from Southern California and love a good taco spot. Native Tongues is doing everything right and their service is top notch. I'll be back for more business trips and expect to make Native Tongues a regular stop when in town. read more

Decent taco/mexican food. We got the birria fries and some tacos. Our standards for Mexican is pretty high as we're from Southern California, but it was not bad if you're looking for a quick bite. I would personally skip on the fries as the fry quality wasn't that great BUT the flan was out of this world and would 100% come back just for the flan. Service was super quick and everybody was very nice. You would need to find street parking or park in a lot and walk over. read more

Native Tongues Taqueria - Flan - Mexican Near Me - Calgary, Alberta

Wanted some Tacos and some good drinks and this was the spot. We walked in during their Friday dinner rush and were able to sit by the bar and have a delicious meal. We got a local brew & a margarita with Mezcal. It was delicious but didn't understand the concept on why it was only served half way and a lot of ice I took a few sips and it was done. Not sure if this is their way to get you to order more drinks but I'm used to having a full drink for the price they had it at. Besides that the tacos we had were absolutely delicious. We had a Carne Asada, Carnitas, Queso/Beans and Birria Tacos. They were small but very flavorful. Their salsas were very good some a bit spicy but tacos were well served with meat & very very flavorful. The ambiance was a bit dark but cool vibes for date night and night out and grab some drinks. Enjoyed our time here and would def be back if we are ever In town. The customer service was great, very attentive and food came out fast. read more

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My friend and I decided to try this Mexican place out because it was close to where my appointment was. We came in at around 6 on a Wednesday night. It wasn't full but it wasn't dead either. We were seated quickly by a friendly hostess at a table near the kitchen. It took a few minutes for the server to get to us but while we waited we had a chance to look over the menu and decided on what we wanted to try. We both wanted to try the lamb quesadilla special and got a couple of tacos to go for her other half. The quesadillas were to die for. The lamb was so succulent and tender. There was just enough cheese and the homemade tortilla was fried to perfection. My only complaint was that the fried cheese made it a greasy mess. We only had to wait about 5 minutes between ordering and being served and while we waited we took a look around at the pretty decor. There are plants hanging from the ceiling, pictures and a trophy deer on the wall. It felt homey but the music was a bit too loud. read more

Native Tongues Taqueria - Outside - Mexican Near Me - Calgary, Alberta

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Went to the Britannia location with a friend. My first time. He really likes it' i found it just soso. Atmosphere was nice. We each ordered three tacos didn't expect it to be mixed up onto two plates. Food arrived within five minutes, so I'm questioning how fresh it was Server explained their family style serving and that was OK. Didn't find a lot of flavour in any of my choices the margarita was iffy. It was barely cool. Also not a lot of flavor. Service was good. Unlikely I would recommend or go back. read more

Popular location downtown and chill atmosphere/happening spot. Amazing menu, the owners really captures the true native tastes of the 6 regions of Mexico both from a cuisine and mixology profile. Lovely decor and mood lighting. It can be busy during peak food hours but if you come in after 8:30pm during the week it's a sexy date night. Food: 3-4 tacos per person is recommended Eats: pork belly, Carne Asada, squash, Hongas (mushrooms) we excellent. Drinks: chaac's tempesta had endless foam and the mezcal was muted slightly with the bourbon and pineapple/coconut. Basically any drink with coconut is a hit. Toasted coconut margarita bomb! Marea Sandia - gin, rosemary aperol, Fernet cut with Benedict, lime, watermelon, and cucumber bitters. Very flavorful odd combo. Donas for dessert anyone! read more

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We've been trying to visit their location in the university district but haven't had the chance so we ordered in. My wife and I were both very disappointed. We enjoyed our four different taco and burrito selections as they were very good and authentic, however portion size was terrible! We ordered almost $40 in food and didn't receive enough to fill one of us. For example we ordered a side of Mexican rice and received a small container, with two tablespoons of rice if we were lucky. I guess a person needs to go at happy hour to have a real meal. read more

Nice spot for tacos! Taco Tuesday = 25% off certain tacos and happy hour from 2-5pm. I ordered the birria, carnitas and cochinita and they were all great! Also tried the snackerita and Paloma off the happy hour menu and they were super refreshing and only $5! read more

Native Tongues Taqueria - Mexican Near Me - Calgary, Alberta

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First stop on our Calgary trip and it turned out pretty good! My favorite part was probably the micheladas. I got the regular and my partner got the cubana, both very delicious. We got birria, frijoles, rib eye and pollo tacos. I personally thought the pollo tacos were a little dry and needed more sauce. The guacamole served with chips was amazing! read more

Native Tongues Taqueria - Tacos, Michelada - Mexican Near Me - Calgary, Alberta

Incredible Taco's and Mexican cuisine. Super fun and friendly place. Looks like a new enclosure patio coming soon. The burgers and donuts are yummy here too. read more

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My daughter was on a stopover from NYC and had me join her and a few of her friends for a visit while we dine. The service was efficient, the staff pleasant and the tacos were delish!!! Nice, relaxing atmosphere read more

Stopped in while traveling through and was so glad we did! The tacos and service were amazing. The restaurant had a great vibe.

We went for dinner and provided with decent service considering how busy they were. Main complaint is the price. The birria taco was very small compared to the other tacos. The fish and pork belly tacos and salad were good. read more

Native Tongues Taqueria - Mexican Near Me - Calgary, Alberta

Great tacos. Quick service. Reasonably priced for happy hour. Enjoyed sitting on the patio. read more

Native Tongues Taqueria - Mexican Near Me - Calgary, Alberta

Great Ambiance! Great food! Great drinks! Servers are knowledgeable! Don't be shy! Try the salsas, they are amazing. They can be spicy, but they are approachable, and oh so tasty! read more

Native Tongues Taqueria - Beef and pork tacos - Mexican Near Me - Calgary, Alberta

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Looked at Yelp for dinner recommendations while on vacation. Accidentally went to this location (there are a few), but it turned out great. The salsa sampler was fantastic and the tacos and quesadillas were excellent. Surprisingly good and a nice surprise. They only have two beers on tap, but lots of cans and cocktails. My margarita was solid, but I'd probably stick to beer next time. Good service and hip atmosphere. Definitely would recommend! read more

My wife and I went to the Native Tongues location in Britannia. This was my second visit there within a month with a family member. Much like the first visit, the second visit was equally enjoyable. Tonight, my wife and I ordered a sipping tequila (Tromp Blanco) each to start. We then ordered the Chips and Guacamole for our appetizer which was delicious - generous amounts of both chips and Guacamole which was nicely spiced. We then ordered 6 tacos to share - Polio Asado, Hongas, Birria, Carnitas, Cochinita and Pork Belly. Each was so unique in their tastes and textures; all soooo good. They were well prepared and nicely presented. Our server was Alexa who had just the right degree of attentiveness. She was friendly and efficient throughout our meal. If you ever wondered about going to Native Tongues, take the plunge - you'll love it. read more

i am continuing on with my trip in calgary. My brother and I decided to stop off at Native Tongues because we were looking for great Mexican food. and boy did we find it. we started with a salsa bar. with home chips and five types of salsa, chipotle, habanero, sunflower seed and tomato, green mild and pico de gallo. it was quite the variety . the ambience was truly authentic mexican. for the main i had three soft tacos, a birria, a carne asada and a pollo asade. all were very good and had their own distinctive flavours from citrus like to a smoky chipotle . i also had smoke mexican rice. I just wanted to give a shout out to the service the young gentlemen gave a great description of the food were ordering and knew the menu like the back of his hand for only his third day. I was very impressed with his knowledge. Due to his superior recomendations , we decided to grab mexican donuts for thewwalk back to the apartment . Native tongues was a super place to check out and get a tremendous mexican lunch read more

My girlfriend and I went to the Native Tongues Taqueria (University District) for dinner. This exciting restaurant has left the best impressions! Hospitable hosts, delicious Mexican dishes, beautiful presentation and wonderful dessert! Our waiter Daniel was very knowledgeable and attentive too. I recommend this excellent place to everyone! We will definitely come back here again soon! read more

Excited to visit as reviews were great. Mine will be honest. Very disappointed. Tacos are too small but most flavours were tasty. Do not order the Auguachile tostada. I love prawns but what was on the tostada were grey slimy fishy tasting things they called prawns. When I asked if they were raw I was told they are cooked in acid instead of heat. !y gag reflex is still reeling!! Didn't resemble any prawn I have ever eaten before. I won't return read more

I don't even know where to start and will just keep it short and simple in that this place fully lives up to their high ratings. We visited 3 times in 5 days and it still wasn't enough. We ordered a bunch of varieties of tacos and each one hit it out of the park. Do I have a taco to recommend? All of them. And since we visited multiple times, I can also attest to the fact that their quality control and consistency are 10/10. The service was also super-friendly and attentive each time too. Oh, and I should mention that I had possibly the best donut I've ever had too. read more

Thanks only to the power of Yelp did we find this gem. I think that it might be attached to a hotel, which might lead you to question its authenticity. Damn delicious is what it is. We each had different types of tacos and all of us were happy. They were great with food requirements. Cute washroom too! Monday nights are busy because they have a drink special. It was packed with dates, friends and families. read more

My cilantro aversion was handled kindly and professionally. The few things without cilantro were shown AND they made a special dish for me without any cilantro. Everyone else in our party loves cilantro and they enjoyed their meals immensely. read more

Pricey small bite tacos on uncomfortable seats. Wouldn't recommend. If you want to be fed ant size bites then I've found the place for you.... Not sure how an establishment who values its customers could look you square in the face and charge you $8 dollars for one bite. read more

We had a large party of 10 no reservations and they accommodated us very well as walk ins. Great vibe, lots of happy servers, and yummy food here. The service level was spot on. They kept checking if we needed more drinks, kept our waters full, and very pleasant when we asked for anything additional. Go there for the Birria tacos. They are delicious. I live in San Diego so I know good Birria tacos and I highly recommend trying one here. I also ordered pork belly with pineapple taco and it was a little plain for me. I added some guacamole and that totally helped. The side of beans were good but not exceptional . More of a black bean than a pinto bean look. The chips and guacamole are delicious. It was pretty loud in there so expect that when you arrive to this fun packed taqueria. read more

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It's too pricey. The Tacos are way too small for the price even if it's reverse Happy Hour. Don't order the Chips with Guac-- it's mid taste and so expensive. We were hoping that for $16 it will be a big plate of chips... But NO! So avoid! Over all not happy. The room was so dark that you can't even see the menu. No help from the servers. Look for other Taco place with better price, taste and serving. read more

What a great spot! We got the salsa & chips. Loved the variety of salsas, especially the spicy ones. We tried the birria tacos, chicken tacos, and mushroom tacos. All were amazing!!! The classic margarita was good, although a little small read more

Native Tongues Taqueria - Mexican Near Me - Calgary, Alberta

Excellent food, atmosphere, service and drinks with an outstanding selection of tequilas.

Visited Native Tongues with some friends. The atmosphere was lively and inviting and the service was impeccable, with friendly and knowledgeable staff. I tried the Birria, Hongos, and Carnitas, all three were great! The Birria taco stole the spotlight with its tender, flavorful meat and aromatic broth. The Hongos taco surprised me with its savory mushroom goodness, offering a delightful vegetarian option. As for the Carnitas taco, the slow-cooked pork was tender with crispy edges. I also recommend the Chips y Guacamole. If you're searching for an unforgettable taco adventure in downtown Calgary, this is the place to be! read more

Native Tongues, what happened to you?!? I hadn't been to NT since before the pandemic, and wanted to check out their new location in Britannia. What a disappointment! First of all, they were out of a lot of things. No guacamole, no fish tacos, and limited vegetarian options as they were out of squash. I settled for the mushroom tacos and the ceviche. Neither were exciting. It seems like they're cutting corners since my last visit. The tortillas were clearly store-bought...the same kind you can get at the Latin Market. They were soggy and falling apart by the time I got my food. The ceviche was not good...way too saucy and the tortilla chips the dish is served with do not seem to be homemade anymore. Native Tongues' menu used to be so amazing with their family-style tacos. Those are no longer available...sadly all of my fave dishes like the lamb neck and octopus tacos are a thing of the past. I left wanting more and will be looking for a new taco joint... read more

TACO TUESDAY - Tacos are 2.50 all day! Got there around 5:45 and the place was filled! We ordered right away so we could make it in time for happy hour (m-f 3-6) We ordered the hamburguesa al carbon, some chicken, beef, and pork tacos, along with a couple of AGDs. The burger was good, not too heavy and came with chips that had some hot sauce on it. Great combo! The tacos were overall, super great! I don't remember which meat was a tad dry though, but once I added some hot sauce to it, it wasn't as noticeable. I appreciated that your waitress made time to check up on us, fill our waters, and even ask us about the rest of the night. We were able to tell her briefly about our past couple days in Banff. We also had a short discussion about the wildlife that we've seen! Additional to the great food, the service was excellent! read more

Native Tongues Taqueria - Happy Hour Menu - July 2019 - Mexican Near Me - Calgary, Alberta

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It was ok. The Birria lacked flavor but the guac was stellar. Margs are great and the service was great. Place is super dark. Good place for a pre dinner drink! read more

Holy moly. Or should I say Mole? (Yeah, I know, bad Mexican food word play joke) Stopped by this beautiful little place during their happy hour on our way through Calgary and I am so glad we did because it was so good. Like wow. Amazing. Maybe it's because I have only been eating Cheezies, Tim Hortons, and Diet Coke this entire road trip through Canada... or maybe it was the fresh ingredients they used in the esquites, tostada, and chilaquiles. Great food. Great service. Great prices. read more

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One night in Calgary and this was our late dinner spot. Space is really cute with the random wall "art" and tiling along the bar and kitchen. Our waitress was A+! Super friendly and great with recommendations, checking in, filling up water etc. For drinks we started with the mezcalgarita + Serrano for some spice. So delicious and way too quick to drink! Menu looks deceptively small but there are plenty of options! We ordered the salsa tasting, the special tostada that day, carnitas tacos, pollo tinga tacos and a side of rice & beans. Since we came late, the tacos were on HH for $1 off. Great casual spot with solid food and drinks! read more

Native Tongues Taqueria - Carnitas & Pollo Tinga Tacos. Rice & Beans. - Mexican Near Me - Calgary, Alberta

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We had our first date here after hiking in Banff in August 2022. As somebody from Texas, I felt like the tacos surpassed my expectations given how far up north it was. The spicy salsa was actually spicy! Great ambiance and wonderful service that didn't rush us out the door. Travis' Ratings Taste - 3.5 Quality - 3.5 Ambiance - 4.5 Overall - 4 Isabel's Ratings Taste - 3.5 Quality - 3.5 Ambiance - 4 Overall - 35 read more

Awesome street tacos, though on the small side. The pork belly and the carne asada were favs in the group. Great margaritas too, love that you can decide the spice factor. The Mescal one was amazing, very smoky and delicious read more

Food was more than what we were looking for in flavor. Service was very fast and super friendly. Got to our seats quick. Enjoyed the ambiance this restaurant provides. Would definitely return. read more

This is my old faithful taco spot. It never disappoints and the room is welcoming and friendly. Their tacos are fresh and delicious and their appetizers are amazing. If you're ordering at home make sure to try out their burritos. Always a pleasure Native Tongues! read more

I'm still thinking about those birria tacos!!! All the tacos we had were so filled, and flavourful. They are smaller than others I've had but they really don't cheap out on filling them. Everything was so good, the apps, the tacos and the dessert. Highly recommend if you're in the area! read more

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Great food, great atmosphere, nice music. The pork belly tacos were delicious and the salsa platter had so many amazing flavours and textures - a must share with friends. read more