Guys ... this place never disappoints. Came here on Easter after having the worst family brunch ever to get a pick me up. Pictured here is the aftermath of the Carne Asada Guti Nachos. From tacos to nachos to the brunch menu, everything here is done to perfection every single time! read more

Olla Taqueria Gutierrez - Mexican Near Me - Covington, Kentucky

Surprisingly one of the best Mexican restaurants in the area, in my opinion. I didn't have high expectations coming in and wasn't sure it would meet my standards, but this spot definitely impressed me. I got the quesabirria tacos and they were so good. They were packed with meat and cheese and had a lot of flavor. The consome was delicious too and perfect for dipping. I also got a peach mango margarita mocktail since I couldn't drink that day. It was basically a peach mango juice but really refreshing and tasty. I like that they offer different flavors that you can mix however you want. We were seated at the bar right away and the server was super friendly and helpful. The vibes were great and everyone seemed happy. Parking is street only read more

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I'm San Diego born and raised, very very big into mexican food. Their california burrito is NOTHING like the authentic ones you find throughout socal. 1) You don't add beans or rice to it EVER 2) it should come with guac 3) you shouldn't have to pay for a protein 4) it shouldn't be 17$ total. CA burritos in SD cost about 12$ MAX, that includes guac and sour cream. Keep in mind, that's pricing in the most expensive city in the country. Never seen one this expensive, minus at the tourist traps with big names 5) it should be a handheld. This fell apart instantly the second you took it out of the wrapper 6) Salsas were actually slightly authentic. Green was way better than red. 7) Sour cream should come inside, not in a squeeze packet that you have to put on yourself 8) Taco shops shouldn't have branded salsas at the tables, they should have variations of their own. Good taco shops have 5-6 different ie; Red, Green, Habanero, Avocado, Roja/Ranchero ect ect 9) The meat was literal rubber. At the good ones, you can quite literally see each piece cooked medium rare as they are thick, tender and juicy. This was well done rubber. 10) The fries need to be crispy. The fries should not soak up all of the salsa, beans (which shouldn't be in a CA burrito in the first place) and become mush. They need to represent their own flavor profile, as they are the single handed biggest ingredient that differs a California Burrito from a regular carne asada burrito. Why was it shaped like a rectangle??? Again, HUGE california burrito lover and critic, have had probably more than 75 taco shop variations around the US, this was by far the worst one. Was looking so forward to it too. read more

Olla Taqueria Gutierrez - Cali Burrito - Mexican Near Me - Covington, Kentucky

Love the patio and decor. Service is good, too. The food is ok. I had the. Faji-Alambre with Pollo. We also tried the beef taco. It was all just ... fine. Willing to go back and try more items on the menu. read more

Come with me to Olla Taqueria Gutierrez! Since 2021, they've been serving up authentic dishes inspired by the vibrant streets of Mexico--rich culture, bold flavors, and lively music all in one spot. You can dine inside or on their dog-friendly patio as well. We kicked things off with Queso & Chips and Elote, then dove into the Birria Grilled Cheese and Guti Fries. Every bite was packed with flavor and pure happiness. Like, share, and follow for more foodie adventures! 302 W 12th St, Covington, KY 41011 https://www.ollacov.com/ Instagram*TikTok*Lemon8: @biteswithmissb read more

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Can't believe it took me so long to try this place. Had the best burrito I've had in my life hands down.

YUM!! I had lunch here today and it was delicious!! I can see why it was so busy. I had the Chorizo Tacos and a bottle of Coke. My husband ordered the Lengua Tacos but they were out of it by the time were got there. So he had the Carne Asada tacos instead. We both thought the tacos were delicious - as were both the roja and the verde sauces served with them. We will definitely stop back in! read more

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Burrito was missing many ingredients. The menu is very vague if you look online. Most burritos come with cheese and guac, onions and tomato. They only offer Spanish rice. No white or they don't list it. Hostess is rude! read more

If you've heard about the Guti fries at Olla Cov and are wondering if they're worth the hype, I am here to tell you they absolutely are worth it We went to Olla a Friday night and they were busy, but we didn't wait long at all! You order at the counter, they give you any drinks you ordered (highly recommend the Spicy Marg ) and then they bring your food to you. There isn't much indoor seating which was fine because it was a nice night out. We loved everything! My husband ordered 3 tacos each with diff types of protein (carne asada, chorizo, and chicken) and said the chorizo was his fave. Next time you're looking for a unique and fun dinner spot, give Olla a try! read more

Olla Taqueria Gutierrez - Guti Fries and Spicy Marg - Mexican Near Me - Covington, Kentucky

The food is always delicious,the restaurant is always packed though th inside is pretty small. they have additional seating in the back if the restaurant outside which is pretty big. The service is always quick and the staff are always cheerful and bright! read more

I'll be damn.. finally found a place that has good Mexican food! Been wanting to come here because I've heard many good things and being originally from socal.. I needed to come here since I really miss good Mexican food. Came here on a Friday evening and this place was popping - line out the door! I like the vibe here, very casual without any ridiculous flare. I preferred the guti fries with carne asada and was was really good. Carne asada was very tasty and everything on it complimented each other. I do, however, would have preferred regular thin regular fries vs the crinkle fries. I'm not a huge fan of birria in general, but they're birria taco was good. My friend enjoyed her tacos especially the salmon and her husband's burrito was massive and was very happy on how good it tasted. Deinitely coming back here! read more

Olla Taqueria Gutierrez - Guti fries - Mexican Near Me - Covington, Kentucky

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You can NEVER go wrong with anything on the menu! If you love supporting small businesses and enjoy Mexican food, stop here. You WILL NOT be disappointed. read more

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This place was incredible! From the homemade chips to the churro- queso, to the Birria tacos - everything was absolutely outstanding! Absolutely delicious food! They also have some creative drinks, I requested a frozen peach margarita with fresh jalapeños, blended in it and a tajin rim - she made it exactly how I asked for it and it was superb! Definitely must go here. Only downside is there's not a lot of seating at tables, so it's likely you would either have to sit at the bar or the bar in the back. But it was packed on a Wednesday night, such a great sign for an amazing restaurant! read more

Olla Taqueria Gutierrez - Spicy marg - Mexican Near Me - Covington, Kentucky

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I would rate this place 6/5 if I could! It's a hole in the wall type restaurant that was bumping at 8 PM on Friday night with a line almost out the door. There's limited seating inside with a bigger covered patio area so it may be more of a to go order situation if you have a larger group. After living in Texas for several years, my standards for tacos are pretty high but the Olla Birria tacos put up a fight. If you order one thing off the menu, let it be the Birria tacos. They are pretty big so you can easily get away with 2 for a meal and so crispy and flavorful. I will be recommending this establishment to anyone with a pulse and plan on returning soon for their taco Tuesday and Wednesday Birria deals! read more

Olla Taqueria Gutierrez - Birria tacos - Mexican Near Me - Covington, Kentucky

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Finally made it in to try their Birria and they did not disappoint! Their salsa verde was my favorite and their Birria taco was to die for! Their cali burrito was authentic and dense! Everyone was friendly and provided great recommendations. Love all of their colorful decorations and fun spirit. Can't wait to come back and try their other items on the menu. read more

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Came here just to try out their birria tacos and ending up getting three of their birria items! We also got the birria grilled cheese and ramen. The grilled cheese was delicious, with crispy toasted bread and the cheesy juicy meat in between. I'd definitely recommend trying this dish out! We also got a few margaritas pitchers and my favorite flavor was by far the strawberry mango! The service was pretty quick and we got our food within five to ten minutes after finding a seat. There's lots of outdoor seating and we got lucky with such nice weather the night we came in. I will be coming back here to try out more of their menu soon! read more

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I can't believe I haven't left a review for Olla yet with how it lives rent free in my head. We always come for brunch, so I've yet to try the birria or ramen, but the breakfast tacos, quesadillas, and plates are to die for. The service couldn't be faster, and it's such a chill vibe that my honest review is "10/10, no notes." read more

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If you are looking for a place that is decorated like you are in Mexico, forget it. If you are looking for a really good taco, you've found it. We visited on Taco Tuesday and it didn't disappoint. The food was delicious, and the staff were top notch. read more

On this first day in July I tried them for the first time. I LOVED the food! I ordered a burrito (no protein) with both salsas. All the components tasted fresh and good quality. Nothing was left out or made wrong. Tortilla was soft, cheese and refried beans were good, onions fresh, salsas tasted homemade. I saw a few Mexican cooks back there making the food, bravo, they did a great job! At $10 it was a great deal for a filling meal. I would definitely get another burrito, much better than the chain places! There were a ton of gay pride decorations everywhere, would have been nice to focus on great Mexican food instead of pushing a woke agenda. Also, the cashier re printed my receipt (even though I fully checked out online) fishing for a tip on a takeout burrito which was tacky. read more

Some of the best Mexican food I've had in Cincinnati! I had the carne asada plate and my husband had the carne asada burrito. Service was amazing as well and the hostess was so friendly. Only lost a star because the tequila offerings were limited. Next time I'll just get a beer. We will definitely be back! Forgot to take any good picks of the food when it actually showed up because it was so good! read more

Nice little place with a decent sized outdoor dining area. Was in Cincinnati for a few baseball games and stopped in for a Tuesday lunch. Every day they have a special. Today they had a great taco special. Three tacos for $7.00. Choices are steak, chicken or chariso. You can get all three or mix and match. I decided on two steak, one chicken and added a lengua taco and a side of refried beans. Tacos were really good. I probably went overboard getting a fourth plus the beans. The three specials would have been plenty. They came nicely arranged on a 1/4 sheet pan topped with chantry, chopped onion and had limes and sliced radish on the side. The staff was excellent and super helpful. Definitely give this place a try. read more

Olla Taqueria Gutierrez - Taco special - Mexican Near Me - Covington, Kentucky

We went on a Wednesday at dinner and the place was packed. Line went quick but it took a decent minute just to get drinks. Food was good although the menu can be somewhat overwhelming. The refried beans are so creamy good that I ended up eating most off my bfs plate. Food was fresh and well seasoned. Got a steak and really could have used something besides plastic silverware to cut it. Outdoor seating was nice as the evening was beautiful. Also got the churro cheesecake which was delicious!!! Will definitely be back to try other dishes. read more

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Today is Olla's fourth birthday and they threw a great party to celebrate! As a DJ spun tunes on their outdoor patio, we took advantage of their birthday specials to enjoy the amazing Guti Nachos with chorizo and tasty margaritas on the rocks. The efficient bar and kitchen team brought our order out quickly. The patio is dog friendly so our pup joined in on the fun. It's always a good time at Olla. read more

Olla Taqueria Gutierrez - The spicy margarita - Mexican Near Me - Covington, Kentucky

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Fun place with a great vibe. Great options on the menu. I got 2 carne asada tacos and the nachos. Wasn't entirely impressed overall but pretty good. I got it to go so I had to wait to eat it, wasn't very hot. I probably wouldn't get nachos again as they were very rich in whatever they out on it. Good to split with others though. The hot sauce is really good read more

Olla in Covington, KY is serving up some seriously fire Mexican food. From loaded fries to mouthwatering tacos and cheesy quesadillas, everything hits just right! They also have a great outdoor seating area perfect for a warm summer evening. The service is great and they even run daily specials. We got the Birria Tacos Special and also the Loaded Fries and wow were they delicious. Make sure to stop by and check them out! read more

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Fast service great food. I'm Mexican and I approve of this joint. Cool bathrooms. Refried beans just how I like them.

Honestly when first moved to the area three years ago this was the spot. Very consistent and good ! Now the food may come right might come wrong. The quality have definitely when down hill. The burrito used the fill the box. Also ordered the breakfast burrito with normally has tomato onion and cilantro, fries in it. Mine had rice, egg and beans. Nothing breakfast about it! Now this is what you get for $27 dollars. Totally mind blown. It's sad that a good thing has come to a end #RIPOLLAS #ImSad #NeedANewBreakfastSpot Can some one tag me in a New Mexican breakfast spot that's local. read more

Olla Taqueria Gutierrez - Wow this is a $16 burrito. Taco Bell has a burrito for 5 dollars twice this size. - Mexican Near Me - Covington, Kentucky

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First time here and it was great! It was busy, but we were able to get a seat at the bar. They have a cute outdoor patio area as well. The food was great, the employees were working their butts off and the music/vibe of the whole place was awesome. Will be back! read more

Olla Taqueria Gutierrez - Chicken and steak tacos - Mexican Near Me - Covington, Kentucky

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Flavor is good, presentation not so good. Burritos should be rolled tight with everything in it. I had to eat my burrito with a fork because there was too much rice in it. I am appreciative of the preparer for adding more rice. Maybe this is the technique in Cincy, extra starch for more value.(¿No se?) Anyway, it is a huge burrito. Be sure you are hungry before you order it. read more

This place was actually really good! Food here was stellar! Really fresh and you could tell they did not compromise. You're getting really good flavors here. You order at the counter and then you have to find somewhere to sit. It can be a bit tight on weekday evenings so be prepared to sit outside in their covered tent if needed. Even so that was a bit chilly in there. It was all a bit expensive as well but still we thoroughly enjoyed all the food! Great quality. read more

Olla Taqueria Gutierrez - The nachos look amazing! - Mexican Near Me - Covington, Kentucky

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Olla's is my FAVORITE restaurant in Northern KY. I recommend this place to others at least once a week, if not more. Their food is so good! One of my favorite dishes, unique to Olla, is the Guti Fries (nacho fries). It is so savory and honestly addictive. I've ordered different items on their menu, and I'm never disappointed. Their margaritas are also best in the town - me and my friend had too good of a time after sharing a pitcher lol! Their seating creates a sense of community, in the best way. The prices are very reasonable for the amount and quality of the food that you get. I've always had pleasant interactions with the staff! 10/10! If I had to choose one restaurant to eat for the rest of my life, it would be Olla's. read more

Olla Taqueria Gutierrez - Guti Fires and Tacos - Mexican Near Me - Covington, Kentucky

This place is amazing! It's tiny inside and you order at the counter. Not much seating, so you may need to take it to go. There is seating outside and I'd imagine bigger crowds when it is warmer. The food and service is 10/10! Authentic eats and friendly staff. We loved the margarita, birria taco, birria ramen, and birria nachos! We also really liked the chicken taco, elote, and guacamole. Food is fresh and flavorful. Good pricing. Come check out this gem! read more

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Food so good it made me dance! We were visiting the area for a concert and found this place to eat. What a cool taqueria! The inside is really fun with lots of art and things to look at. The staff is super friendly, asking if people have been there before and explaining how to order. The food. Omg. The food was so good! It tasted super authentic. I had the breakfast burrito and it was gigantic; I couldn't even finish it. My cousin and aunt both had the eggs a la mexicana and both said the food tasted amazing. Lots of flavor and portions are good size. They also have vegetarian and vegan options! Olla offers Jarritos and paletas and fresh frozen lemonades, which is perfect for the summer heat! We took some frozen lemonades to go and they are so refreshing and delicious. There is only street parking so there may be some walking but worth it. If you're looking for authentic Mexican food definitely give Olla a visit! read more

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Drooling thinking about this meal. Everything was 10/10. The Birria tacos and chorizo were top notch and uber authentic! Queso was so smooth and they put some seasoning on the chips that's borderline addicting. Without a doubt one of the best spots for tacos in Cinci/NKY read more

Olla Taqueria Gutierrez - Taco chorizo - Mexican Near Me - Covington, Kentucky

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I've been here twice, I really want to love it! It's a very busy bustling spot, and the people that work there are very kind and the food comes out quickly even though it's usually packed- it can take awhile to get to the counter to order. Although the ramen was not my personal favorite, the chorizo taco was really good, and I liked the creamy orange spicy sauce on the nachos! They made a specialty Paloma for me which was DELISH! read more

Olla Taqueria Gutierrez - Birria ramen, nachos, and a vodka Paloma! - Mexican Near Me - Covington, Kentucky

I'm not exaggerating when I say I had one of the best quesadillas here. The ratio of cheese to other filling plus tortilla crispiness was perfection. The chicken wasn't shredded, but the pieces were small and not too cube-like. The nachos were great too, one of the rare times we had plenty of topping per chip; I feel like we usually are left with a handful of plain chips when ordering nachos elsewhere, but this time we actually had a good amount of topping/cheese left over after every chip was eaten. We got chorizo on the side for the nachos since I'm not always a fan of the heat, but I really enjoyed their chorizo! Flavorful but not too spicy. Lots of outdoor seating in the back and most was covered in shade, which was great since we came during the June heatwave. Tables were a little dingy looking but do not pass this spot up!! read more

Olla Taqueria Gutierrez - Nachos - Mexican Near Me - Covington, Kentucky

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i've been here a handful of times now and the food never disappoints. the burrito slaps both when eating in AND when getting takeout (i don't say that lightly, takeout is very important to me). excellent food, nice staff. need to come in the summer and experience the patio too! read more

Olla Taqueria Gutierrez - pollo asada burrito - Mexican Near Me - Covington, Kentucky

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I have been SLEEPING on Olla Taqueria Guiterrez and am disappointed in myself for not going sooner! My siblings and I stopped in for a taco Tuesday and each got a taco and split an order of the chips and dip. You get THREE housemade dips and 2 containers of each. It's a great deal and the dips are FIRE. The spicy mayo was my favorite, followed closely by the green salsa. The red salsa was spicy, but great mixed with sour cream. The seasoning they add to their chips makes them far above average. My chicken taco was great-- everything you could want from a taco. The server was SOOO nice and handled the long line like a boss. The ambiance is super vibrant and fun and they have seating on the sidewalk and an adorable patio. I can't wait to go back for brunch! read more

Chicken was heavily over salted at the time of our visit. Salmon and Shrimp tacos were seasoned well, but all tacos were excessively greasy unfortunately. However, they have been proactive in responding and correcting the situation. Hopefully the new kitchen staff can make those improvements. Thank you to Olla for the response. read more

Bottom line...EXCELLENT Mexican food. We went there with some friends from North Cincinnati and they said that they'd come down to eat here again. The gal at the counter was EXTREMELY nice in getting a table together for the 6 of us. There was already a party of 6 so we were able to move things around to sit. The quesadillas were phenomenal. All the others truly enjoyed their food and had so much leftover to take home. Reason for only 4 stars is that the inside is extremely small. In fact after we came in there was no more room inside. 12 people, that's it. Plenty of outside space but with it being a bit rainy and cool, the patio wasn't an option. BUT, the food makes it worth it. read more