This place is truly a hidden gem. Everything we ordered was fantastic. We got some appetizers, chicken tacos, quesadillas, and enchilladas. They were all wonderful! We also had horchata and then churros for dessert. The churros were warm and gooey on the inside. They were the best churros we've had in a long time. The service was fast and prompt. The seating is a bit limited, but the overall setup in the restaurant is nice and cozy. We parked on the street next to the restaurant, as it is located on the main road. We cannot wait to go again and try some more of their dishes. p.s. Looking at some other comments, I agree that it is a bit bizarre to see only 3-4 chips on your plate next to your food. But the main entrees are phenomenal! read more

We just had some great chicken tacos at Orale's. Very simple, nicely presented and delicious! Just a mile off the Merritt in Hamden, CT.

This place is insanely good - authentic - great vibes - outstanding service. Stopped in yesterday for tacos on a whim and had to come back immediately today to try more things. Great food, great prices... a new go-to spot for eating in or taking out. read more

Orale Tacos Hamden - Steak Quesadilla - Mexican Near Me - Hamden, Connecticut

2nd time in the last week we have been. Food is authentic and delicious. Highly recommend checking this place out. read more

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Food was ok. Four chips with our taco order. What's with the shortage on chips? Charged us for water. Didn't ask for bottled water, just regular water. Unfortunate... read more

I came here with my family for lunch and it was really good. The food had great flavor and tasted very fresh. It also base options for vegetarians and pescatarians. The portion size was perfect. The service was quick with very nice staff. read more

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I work in Hamden and needed a quick place to grab food during my break. I was in the mood for tacos, so I walked into this restaurant and sat at the bar. I was served right away and ordered the Carnitas Tacos, which come with three tacos and a side of fries. The tacos were juicy and delicious, and I also enjoyed the fries they were cooked perfectly, with a crispy exterior and a soft interior. read more

Orale Tacos Hamden - Mexican Near Me - Hamden, Connecticut

Stopped here for a lunch based on reviews. Small restaurant, maybe 20 seats inside. They seem to do a good takeout business. People coming and going as we had lunch. Our server was the owner - very friendly and quick, not to mention proud of the place. As he should be... the food was great. Not rushed, fresh ingredients, and plenty of food. We had the beef chimichanga and birria tacos were just right. Easy to miss, but if you're in the area, worth a stop! read more

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Best Spanish food in town. Definitely more authentic than ixtap. This is now or goto spot for Spanish food

Good food, def recommend checking out. Nice spot too. I think their tacos are the way to go. read more

Orale Tacos Hamden - Chicken Burrito - Mexican Near Me - Hamden, Connecticut

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We've eaten here twice and the food is authentic delicious cuisine! Give it a try, I think most of their business is takeout. But we eat in.

Hi I stopped here for lunch about a week ago and the food was AWESOME. It's a small family owned restaurant. The food is tasty and cooked to perfection. All I can say is go try it out and you will be satisfied and full. For the price you have so much food to eat there and leftovers to take home. You have to find street parking but I went at lunch time so it was easy to park right out front. I look forward to going back to try some other menu items. Look at the pics. I say jump in your car and go check them out. read more

I wish I still lived in CT so I can sink my teeth into their Birria Tacos. They are soooooo good. I would purchase these with guacamole and chips and take the sweetest nap ever. The service is quick and everyone is really kind. The restaurant is beautiful and have seating outside for warmer weather. My pregnant butt misses their tacos so much. I may just make me husband drive me down for them lol read more

I always hate to leave a negative review as I know everyone works hard. But this place is a converted Chinese takeout and it looks like someone forgot to convert it. They stock everything when you walk in in the lobby entry. Such a bad look. Also the Asian woman had no idea how to fold the burrito and everything was spilling out of it when we opened the bag. read more

We enjoyed the fresh authentic Mexican food, quick service, and friendly employees and chef. We will definitely come again. We ate in the restaurant, but it seemed that many customers were coming in to pick up takeout orders. There are not many Mexican places around here, so having one so close to home is a bonus. We will support this local restaurant and be back again real soon! read more

Orale Tacos Hamden - Fish tacos combo - Mexican Near Me - Hamden, Connecticut

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One of the few places that have fish tacos. Food is good, hopefully they improve their customer service skills :) read more

Orale Tacos Hamden - Fried Fish Taco - Mexican Near Me - Hamden, Connecticut

Best Mexican food in Hamden they have handmade tortillas everything delicious and burritos bowls read more

Orale Tacos Hamden - Shrimp bowl crispy shell no sour cream - Mexican Near Me - Hamden, Connecticut

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Being from Southern California, I never thought I'd find satisfactory and authentic Mexican food in my current community. I have searched high and low, but at last I have! I ordered the Al Pastor burrito without rice--like I like my burritos, and it was powerfully tasty, fresh and Mexican. I asked for salsa inside the burrito as well, so it had a subtle kick. I didn't understand why there was lettuce in it, but that didn't take from the flavor and overall presentation. I will be back again this weekend. Parking was easy on Dixwell, and the gentleman who took my order was attentive and kind. read more

This is some of the best Mexican food I've had in the area! Since it's opened we've ordered from here at least once or twice a week. Fish tacos, mole or green Chile enchiladas, chorizo tacos & spinach empanadas were my favorite. The hibiscus juice is also excellent. Owners are super nice & service is excellent. I'm telling all of my friends about this place! read more

to the owner ! are you fing kidding me with the size of the burritos?! these are kids burritos for 20!? do not eat here save your money

Pretty authentic and flavorful food. Love the empanadass. They are perfectly crispy. The tacos Al pastor was also pretty great.

Absolutely fantastic. Former Texas and California resident. Ordered on Uber eats. We got carnitas tacos, steak dorados tacos and chips and guacamole. Delish!!! read more

Omg! Authentic delicious mexican food in Hamden!! This is a dangerous discovery. We had tacos and burritos and everything exceeded our expectations. I'm really looking forward to trying out the rest of the menu! So good!!!!!!!!!!!!!! read more

We're in love with the food. Might be at an addiction status at this point. Chicken burrito is my go to. Wait times are a little long, but you can tell they're working hard to make your food fresh. read more

This place has the best Mexican food you will ever eat. So flavorful, and a bang for your buck

Being a Hamden resident you don't see many authentic Mexican restaurants around unless you go to new haven. We were so excited to try this place out and it didn't disappoint. We ordered a steak torta and steak tacos dorados. The wait was about 20 mins. I waited in my car and the lady was so nice to even bring it outside to me when it was done. Great presentation,fair prices, everything taste so good and so fresh already can't wait to go again! read more

Chef/ waiter was very nice, service was quick. Could hear him immediately fire up the grill and start cooking. Tacos were fresh and all homemade. Hot sauce is awesome. Whole restaurant was very clean and spacious with a nice bar, tv. Cool place. read more

Service was fast and friendly! I didn't wait longer than 10 minutes to receive my food and I placed order upon arrival ! read more

Orale Tacos Hamden - Steak Nacho - Mexican Near Me - Hamden, Connecticut

Best tacos in the New Haven area! It's just a little hole in the wall restaurant, but the food is amazing. You will not be disappointed.

The one time we ate there, the tacos were very good. But the young man owner or manager was so rude to us today we just left. He came to window to take our order, all stressed out like last time, grabs a pen &paper and jabs his chin at me, like "What do you want?" I said Hello, and he just glared at me with attitude. It was 100° in there so I asked if we can sit outside. He said it would be a half hour wait. There was ONE family sitting outside... the whole patio was empty! We are nice people and my son is half Mexican & loves tacos, but I guess they don't need our business. read more

I've had delivery from here twice and it's been exceptional. Great guac made from fresh (not frozen) avocado, chips like they make in Mexico, and overall great food. Everything is packaged and presented with care. Looking forward to an in-person visit soon. read more

I love it here. I was so happy to have a taco place that was walkable from home and delicious. The food here makes me happy

Best tortas I have had in CT by far. My wife and I split the steak and pork tortas. I look forward in coming back to try more of their menu.