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    PINCHES TACOS SHACK

    4.5 (65 reviews)
    Closed • 11:00 am - 9:00 pm

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    Caldo de Res (Beef Soup) to go
    Iesha W.

    I went to Pinches after seeing their name mentioned several times as the most authentic Mexican restaurant in town. I walked in to just try something quick merely because I was passing by and I'm hardly ever in the area. I ordered 1 steak taco and wish that I had ordered more after tasting it. I also ordered the Caldo Res beef soup to go. The amount of good quality beef in the soup and taco was amazing. It's a small space with dine in options. The staff were so sweet and professional.

    Baja fish tacos
    Jamilla F.

    Food was very fresh and flavorful, but portions were small. Its a very clean and simple place. The stagf were very kind and courteous.

    Jade W.

    The street corn is worth the stop. It's so good. It wasn't too busy the evening I was in town. Parking is reasonable. It was nice and clean inside. It wasn't too busy. The customer service was alright. The food is good, especially for the area. The corn had the seasoning and the cheese, with a drizzle of the butter sauce. They were a good size. The food is seasoned well.

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    Food was amazing. Ordered takeout and was still fresh. Hot sauce could have been a little more hot. Service was quick and friendly.

    Emily S.

    The BEST burrito I have ever had. Wonderful customer service and a nice inviting atmosphere. My boyfriend and I come here often because it's THAT GOOD! The street corn is delicious, birria mex pizza is to die for. The portions are huge as well so great for sharing. I cannot recommend this place enough.

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    Darius T.

    Nestled on the outskirts of the heart of Covington, Pinches Taco Shack may be off the beating path but if you're from the area you are well aware of it. As the kids say, if you know you know. Pinches has a great variety of quality, well-made tacos seasoned to perfection as well as a host of other items. This might be controversial but Pinches is in close competition with the Conyers fav Bella Vista right up the road. This little dive is worth trying if you want your tastebuds to be wowed.

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    2 months ago

    As I began to eat the Burro Perron, the thought of the best burrito I've ever had came across my mind. Yup. ELITE

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    Too expensive. No really good quality. Not very good taste on the food, little bit too plain not enough food.

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    Food is spectacular. Love the birria tacos and esquite. Service is quick and friendly. One of my favorite places to eat in Covington.

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    Super yummy food and great prices. No alcoholic beverages so I'd you're in the mood for margaritas, try another spot.

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    2 years ago

    Best birria tacos I've ever had. Highly recommend. Goes perfect with a Juarita and some queso.

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    Great food and beverages. The staff is friendly and welcoming. This is a clean and pleasant place to sit down for a meal.

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    Tello's Mexican Grill - Pollo a la parilla

    Tello's Mexican Grill

    3.4(59 reviews)
    1.1 mi

    I had heard whispers in the barnyard for weeks about this place. "Authentic." "Life-changing."…read more"Unlimited chips." Naturally, I assumed it was another one of those trendy farm-to-table establishments where everyone stares at you like you're both the customer *and* the menu. But after one visit to *Tellos*, I can confidently say this was the finest dining experience of my entire porcine existence. First impressions matter. The moment I trotted through the door, my snout was assaulted--in the best possible way--by the smell of roasted peppers, sizzling onions, cilantro, garlic, lime, and slow-cooked meat. For a brief moment, I forgot my own species. I forgot taxes. I forgot the electric fence incident of 2023. The aroma alone nearly made me levitate. The décor was immaculate. Colorful papel picado fluttered from the ceiling like festive little flags announcing, "Yes, pig, you are safe here." Hand-painted tiles lined the walls. There was a fountain in the corner that made me emotional for reasons I still don't understand. The music? Soft mariachi mixed with upbeat Latin jazz. Loud enough to feel alive, quiet enough to hear myself chewing. Now let's discuss the chips and salsa. The chips arrived warm. *Warm.* Do you understand what that means to a creature accustomed to eating room-temperature pellets from a dented metal trough? These weren't chips. These were crispy golden fragments of divine intervention. Perfect salt distribution. Structurally sound. Not one snapped under salsa pressure. And the salsa... sweet mother of mud puddles. It arrived in three forms: * Green salsa: tangy, bright, slightly smoky. Made me kick my back leg uncontrollably. * Red salsa: deep, roasted flavor with enough heat to make my ears flap like helicopter blades. * Habanero salsa: briefly allowed me to see through time. I consumed all three with reckless abandon. The waiter--whose mustache alone deserved five stars--recommended the carnitas tacos. I froze. As a pig, this was morally complicated territory. It felt like attending a family reunion and realizing everyone else was on the menu. But curiosity won. Reader, I have no words. The tortillas were soft and fresh with just enough char. The carnitas were crispy on the edges, tender in the middle, juicy enough to make me tear up. Topped with diced onion, cilantro, and a squeeze of lime so perfectly balanced it could've resolved international conflicts. Every bite was a spiritual crisis wrapped in corn. I spent several minutes staring into the middle distance afterward. The rice was fluffy instead of dry. The refried beans had actual flavor instead of tasting like edible wallpaper paste. The guacamole was prepared tableside with such ceremony and respect that I almost stood up and saluted. Then came the horchata. As a pig, I normally hydrate from puddles and occasionally garden hoses. This drink changed me fundamentally. Creamy cinnamon sweetness with ice so cold it made my tiny curly tail vibrate. I drank three glasses and briefly considered learning piano. Now we must address the service. Not once did the staff make me feel unwelcome despite the obvious tension surrounding my species. No strange looks. No whispered conversations. No "special pork menu." They treated me like royalty. At one point the waiter even said, "Take your time, amigo," and I nearly cried into my enchiladas. The only negative part of the evening occurred when I became overly enthusiastic near the salsa bar and accidentally knocked over a decorative cactus. Instead of anger, the staff simply nodded with the weary understanding of people who have seen true chaos before. Dessert was churros. I didn't know churros could exist in this dimension. Crunchy exterior. Soft center. Cinnamon sugar coating so perfect it should be studied by scientists. The chocolate dipping sauce was thick enough to qualify as emotional support. By the end of the meal, I could no longer physically stand. I had to be gently rolled toward the exit like a large satisfied beanbag chair. As I lay in the parking lot staring at the stars, belly round as destiny itself, I understood something profound: This restaurant didn't just feed me. It healed me. 5/5 snorts. Would risk existential discomfort again.

    Worst Customer service ever, I sat at the bar with my sister, ended up sending my tacos back…read morebecause they weren't to my satisfaction so when I finished my margarita I was ready to go. My sister didn't like her food either but just wanted to be nice so she took it to go when we paid our bill of $19.25 and told the server to keep the change his response was "no tip?" And we said no, have a good day..as we're leaving he proceeded to say "learn how to f-ing tip" and at that point we knew we should've went and spent our money somewhere else for them to barely have any customers the service should've been way better and I'm not the type to leave a review but that was a crazy experience no one should have to deal with just wanting to go get food.

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    City Pharmacy

    4.0(256 reviews)
    1.1 mi
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    This is a solid spot for patrons seeking a limited menu with a chill vibe. It is important to note…read morethey have a rotating, seasonal menu, which also means you cannot locate their present menu online nor can you rely on that to decide what you'll have when you're there. I speak from experience as the hanger steak my brother saw online and wanted (which made us pick this restaurant) was not available this particular evening. On to the better stuff: I really liked their welcoming vibe and relaxed atmosphere. Complimentary sourdough bread was immediately served as well as celebratory champagne for my little brother's birthday. We started with the hush puppies appetizer and the French onion dip, which came with a bag of Zappo's potato chips. For dinner, I ordered the four cheese pasta, which I was informed is made in-house and is leaving the menu very soon. My only complaint was the size of the wine pours. When I inquired, they stated the pour was 6 ounces. The kind surprise was a generous top off when they sensed my disappointment. Their kids' menu -which isn't printed - is a little limited. Kids can pick from grilled cheese, chicken skewers, and a hamburger. One kiddo had a hamburger and my son snacked on their shoestring fries. All other adults ordered burgers and everyone seemed to enjoy their dinner. One more complimentary surprise showed up near the end of dinner which was a miniature Keylime pie in celebration of my brother's bday. Back home, we have very few restaurants that offer so many complimentary items. That definitely sets this restaurant apart from others. Also, having a small menu means they likely give lots of attention to the entrees they serve. Definitely recommend City Pharmacy!

    They took 45 minutes to get us our food then finally when we did my croissant that had eggs and…read morebacon in it was burnt and braking another persons food his eggs were hard and way over cooked and they got him a new one and it was the same way then our hash browns we burnt and had way to much seasoning on them and they were black.

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    El Charro Mexican Restaurant

    El Charro Mexican Restaurant

    2.8(41 reviews)
    1.5 mi
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    #89 Tuesday I was…read moreout visiting friends in the Covington area and was craving Mexican food. Since I left the Bay Area I have not delighted on Mexican fare and thought it was about time. Enter: El Charro Mexican Restaurant per friendly recommendation. I will say that El Charro is not the typical west coast Mexican cuisine I am used to, but it is still quite tasty. Everything was a little different than what I expected, but I am all about new things. The place was pretty packed when we arrived. I was with a group of six, so I figured it was smart to put our name down on the wait list and then grab a bar stool with a shot of tequila to pass the time. To my surprise, as I was ordering my shot the hostess came and got us for our table. Wow! I paid for the shot and followed my group. The server greeted us in a timely fashion and brought chips, salsa and a friendly smile. He told us he would be back momentarily to take our order. No problem. We had tequila, chips, salsa and great conversation--I figured we could find something to do to pass the time. The music was playing pretty loudly, and it was super authentic Mexican music. The lighting was kinda low, but not too low that you could not read the menu. The decor took me straight to a memory of last summer in Cabo and the menu was loaded with options. I was getting really hungry and the freshly made chips and salsa were going fast--along with our tequila. Our server returned (Julio, I think) and brought even more chips and salsa and asked if we were ready for more tequila. He said we looked like we needed a few more shots--he was right. +1 Julio! We also decided to start with some fresh guacamole, some queso dip for our chips and loaded nachos. The nachos were piled high with toppings--all freshly made. The guacamole was super delicious with just a hint of cilantro and heat from jalepeno and I absolutely loved that queso cheese. The Bay Area does not offer cheese like that. For my dinner I went with three bean and cheese tacos. They were marvelous. I mean, they did not look all that spectacular, just three tacos; however, they really packed plenty of flavor. I had some pico de gallo on the side and I was in heaven. One member of the group went with chimichangas, some one else grabbed fajitas, I saw a big burrito--a big, wet, red burrito actually, and it looked pretty amazing. Everything was really good and served really fast. I am glad my friend recommended El Charro. Our service was exceptional, especially for how busy they were. I will definitely return, and bring friends. Stephani Smiles for El Charro ;) #tacosandtequillaarentjustfortuesdays

    If you like terrible service and even worse food this is the place for you. Food was bland and cold…read morewaiter took forever and a day and seemed more concerned with the couple next to us that spoke Spanish and Ignored us would not recommend to anyone for any reason. Save your money and go to Taco Bell for better Mexican food. Also it's next to a nail salon so the whole restaurant smelled like nail polish remover.

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