Food and service was great and love the atmosphere. Definitely will go back when we are in town.read more

We were greeted, after a few minutes, at the table and placed both are drink and food order. My…read morebrother, ordered the chicken fajitas, and enjoyed them thoroughly. I ordered the Shrimp Quesadilla and they changed it and made it a bigger portion for about the same price. The menu was brand new, since our last visit, and it was quite nice. Lots of options, but I seem to always get the same thing. I really love the Shrimp Quesadilla! Our server, was quick to bring our refills on our drinks and she was very pleasant. We had a wonderful experience!

Our only Mexican restaurant we frequent Best flavor,…read moreservice, and quality Bring our friends when they are visiting They all agree

Great & Attentive service. Portions are large, leftovers to take home. Definitely will eat there…read moreagain. Ordered chicken tamales, Fajitas combo and chicken fajitas. Chips with both mild and spicy salsas.

Great tacos and service! Sauces were nice and spicy!…read more Food came out in good time and hot.

We were in the mood for some birria tacos. We came in and were greeted right away. It seems to be a…read morefamily owned establishment. The kitchen/prep area is visible to the customers, so you can see that your food is being prepared to order. Our order came with 4 birria tacos and consommé. I ordered a side of rice and beans. They have fountain drinks and bottled glass beverages. The food came out quick and was nice and hot. The tacos were delicious. I think they could have used a little more seasoning, but that's just personal preference. Overall, great service and yummy food. Would come back!

We stumbled upon this little hole-in-the-wall called Taqueria El Gordo, and let me tell you... if…read moreyou're craving a truly traditional Mexican experience, this is the place. It's family-owned, simple, traditional nothing fancy, but the flavor more than makes up for it. On top of that, the family running the place couldn't be more humble and welcoming. I tried a gordita for the first time; a homemade tortilla stuffed to perfection. Everything is made fresh to order, even the tortillas. You can actually see them working their magic behind the counter, mixing the batter, molding, frying, and cooking right there in front of you. We ordered four gorditas; two carnitas and two steak: each one loaded with mozzarella cheese, sliced avocado, crema (their version of sour cream), onions, and cilantro. Oh my God, now I understand why it's called a gordita -- it's packed! For the price, you can't beat it. Two gorditas filled me up, and for about $12 total, it's a steal!!! The quality, freshness, and homemade taste easily surpass most restaurants charging twice the price. We also tried their chilaquiles -- another knockout dish. They use the same homemade tortillas, cut and fried, then topped with their house-made red or green salsa (depending on how much heat you can handle), Mexican cheese, crema, onion, and cilantro, all served over rice and beans with two perfectly fried eggs on top. The green salsa packs more spice, but the red can be blended to your liking. Every bite was pure comfort and flavor. They even make their own chicharrones from scratch and serve authentic Mexican sodas like Coca-Cola in the tall glass bottles; the ones made with real cane sugar, not the syrupy stuff we're used to here. Now, let me be clear -- if you're one of those people who expect your food within five minutes, this isn't your spot. Everything here is made fresh, from scratch, and that takes time. People who truly know and appreciate homemade cooking understand that real food doesn't happen within five minutes. So come in, relax, and let them cook. Let them pamper you with their gift of delicious food. Don't rush them, and don't get impatient, this is a humble family who takes pride in perfection. I guarantee you won't find the same level of flavor, love, and authenticity anywhere else. So far, we've tried two items from the menu, and both were absolute hits. We'll definitely be coming back! Not just because the food is amazing, but because we love supporting humble, hardworking families who pour their heart and culture into every dish they serve. Taqueria El Gordo is a must-try gem for anyone who appreciates true homemade Mexican food made with love. There isn't any other like them here in Lakeland!

Best burrito I've had in a very long time!…read more I decided to search Yelp today to find a good taco joint. This place showed up and I decided to try it. Don't be scared because of the outside. I admit I sat in my car for a second trying to decide if I really should go in. I gathered my courage and entered. The inside was larger than I thought it would be. There are tables on one side and the kitchen on the other. I chose a steak burrito with everything but onions. It was a very substantial burrito. I easily could have split it with someone and still be full. The tortilla was soft and delicious. All the fillings popped with fresh flavor. There was spice but not too much, just perfect! Why this place didn't have a line out the door is anyone's guess. Seriously!!! I would suggest some music to liven up the dining area, it's seemed too quiet between customers.

What a great find in Lakeland! Traditional Mexican restaurant attached to a grocery store. First…read moreoff homemade chips and salsa started a fantastic meal. I ordered the chicken and poblano plate with an Al-pastor taco on the side. The chicken with poblanos were delicious. Melted white cheese, corn tortillas, delicious rice, average refritos, and a small salad of lettuce, tomatoes avocado, and cheese adorned the plate. I made tacos with the provided tortillas and the salsa that came with the chips initially. Fantastic! The Al-pastor taco was yummy as well! Washed it down with a Victoria and I was in a Mexican food coma as God intended. Please check this spot out if you're in the area. You deserve it!

La Morentina is located inside the Mega Mercado market. This restaurant simply put is an amazing…read morechoice for Mexican food. The service was friendly enough and while the place has a very humble ambiance, but i find that the best Mexican food comes from these humble, mom-and-pop places. I went with the tacos and the food was definitely amazing. If you are in the area, check them out. You will not be disappointed.

Daniel was quite literally the best server we have ever had anywhere. Food was delicious and hot!…read moreMusic was perfect, not overwhelming.

Fun Mexican atmosphere with decent food…read more The chips come with three different salsas, but I could personally pass on all of them. None of them are much like traditional Mexican restaurant salsa. But maybe some people love that. Definitely swap your refried beans for the papas. So delicious.

Ate here once now I eat it every other day they are guilty of making me gain weight I use to love…read moreplaza Mexico but no this tops all the taco places I've gone to !

I am on cloud nine! The food here is absolutely amazing! I just left and am sad I live over 2 hours…read moreaway from this gem. They stay busy. We went at 3pm on a Tuesday. Food came fast, tables were clean, and staff were friendly. Five stars all around: -Surf and Turf Quesadilla -Quesabirrieria Taco combo -Caramel Churros -Corn -Drinks: LimonCon Pepino Aqua Fresca & Horchata

Authentic and great. Small family owned and wonderful. Make sure you have a healthy appetite…read more You will be requesting a take home container.

Tostadas de barbacoa: On this occasion as my plate arrived,…read moreit was like receiving a culinary masterpiece, each perfectamente crafted and brimming with everything you could want in a traditional Mexican dish. The tostadas were crispy and golden, offering a satisfying crunch that contrasted beautifully with the rich fillings. Each tostada was generously piled with juicy, tender beef that prácticamente melted in my mouth. The beef was so succulent and flavorful, with just the right amount of seasoning and spice, it was a masterclass in how to prepare this type of meat. (Made me recall tostadas I enjoyed in Tlalnepantla)