Came here because I was in the area and figured I'd give it a shot. It's not bad, but it's not…read moreblowing your mind either. The chips were fresh and the salsa had decent flavor. I ordered the steak tacos -- meat was seasoned pretty well, maybe a little greasy but still good. Rice and beans were just okay. Not bad, just kind of standard. Service was alright. Nobody was rude, but it wasn't super attentive either. Had to ask for a refill and the food took a little longer than expected. Overall, it's one of those places that's fine if you're nearby and craving Mexican food. I wouldn't drive across town for it, but if you're in the neighborhood, it gets the job done.

I'm from Southern California, so my Mexican food expectations are...high. That said, Picante…read moreMexican Cuisine in Valparaiso did a decent job. Quick service, super friendly staff, and food that hits the spot, just don't expect SD level tacos, and you'll leave happy!

My husband and I went for dinner last Saturday and really enjoyed it. First of all, it is really a…read morebeautiful place. The servers were on top of everything and our server in particular never let a cup get empty and whenever my husband needed another beer, she was right on top of us. She was excellent. My husband had the chicken enchiladas and rice. I kept stealing his rice because it was so good. I am craving it today as a matter of fact. I had the nachos from the appetizer menu and it was gigantic and delicious. They give you sweet potato flautas, instead of chips and salsa when you sit down and they were delicious as well. We went in October so the outside was closed because it was a bit too cold to sit outside. But in the summer, they have music outside and dancing. We will definitely be going back.

Their margaritas are amazing I had the cucumber lime, and it was so refreshing! The food was great,…read moreand we enjoyed sitting outside. The interior is beautifully decorated. A bit pricey, but overall excellent. I often order takeout from here too!

My fiancé and I had not had El Amigos food since high-school until a couple of weeks ago. We both…read moregot cheese steak tacos with rice and beans, chips, and 2 different types of salsa. The food is so fresh and tastes so authentic. The service is always so fast whether you go it to go or eat there. The ambiance of the restaurant is small and old school with booths. Many people do choose to order for pick up. Greatly afordable. Highly recommend!

Great food, service is just as good nice atmosphere great for lunch or dinner I drive an hour for…read moreit regularly lol

The food was absolutely delicious. I ordered the small guacamole for an appetizer. They give you…read morefree chips and salsa, which is great. I also ordered the burrito dinner with steak and then I ordered a single steak taco. Both were absolutely delicious. I wasn't sure which item I actually wanted to try so I got both and I ended up bringing most of the burrito home because it was so big. I hope that they get more servers in. The one server who was there today, MARISOL, was absolutely wonderful. She checked on me the right amount of times. Things got a little busy, but she did a great job. The restaurant itself is very clean and it's very quiet and it has a cozy feeling to it. Definitely recommend this place.

A small little corner that might make you miss it! Stopped in for breakfast! They have everything -…read moreAmerican and Mexican options. The ambiance is relaxing and the service is friendly and attentive. Great kids menu! Prices are more reasonable than other places in town and the food was wonderful. Definitely a must try! Also, taco Tuesday- All Tacos $1.99. We will be back!

Just one of those places that gets it…read more Food is fantastic, which is obviously most important, but the restaurant and service are totally up to snuff, too. Staff know that you're looking to get a quick meal and the restaurant has plenty of seating for being such a small space. RIP to the hot dog place that used to be here but at least another banger restaurant has taken the mantle.

I actually love these burritos but the fries need to be fresh, crispy and piping hot. I always get…read morethe vegan burrito. The caliente sauce is good, not too hot. Sticky tables. Next time they will be 5 stars.

Joe's Downtown Tacos catered our Meet & Greet reception, and they exceeded all expectations! We…read moreordered full trays of chicken and beef tacos along with all of their fabulous sides. The trays were generously packed, and every bite was absolutely delicious. I cannot thank this restaurant enough for helping make our event such a success. The food was fresh, flavorful, and enjoyed by everyone who attended. I highly recommend Joe's Downtown Tacos for anything from a casual dining experience to a large-scale catered event. Their quality, service, and attention to detail were outstanding, and they handled everything beautifully. Thank you, Joe's Downtown Tacos, for providing such a wonderful experience for our guests!

Spotted Joe's Downtown Tacos while checking out Chesterton's cute downtown area. Colorful exterior…read morecalled to our tired selves after a 5 hour drive. Walked into the sounds of tejano music, so cool! Two seating areas, we chose the bar side, with the festively decorated bar. Mini piñatas and greenery put us into a great mood, lifted our road weary spirits. Ordered two Coronas with lime, we just wanted something light and familiar. Chips and salsa on the house came out with our brews. Simple salsa, but hit the spot. Thick chips, my fav kind. Menus extensive but not Cheesecake Factory crazy. Ordered tacos, since that appears to be a specialty. Steak milanesa, chile relleno, and mashed potato tacos were too interesting not to try. Also ordered the queso, a warm creamy white dip that went nicely with the salsa. Faint bite, so if you like things hot, add one of the hot sauces, which are placed on every table. Super friendly staff all around, always a bonus. Also, place was very clean, all tables neat and wiped down, very nice. Looked around while waiting for our tacos and noticed some great murals on the walls. Also noticed the huge tequila collection behind the bar. Ordered our food in to go containers since we planned to take most back to our hotel. But we had to sample hot first! So all the tacos were good. Beans and rice were simple and authentic, excellent! The mashed potato came in a crispy fried shell, light and delicious. The milanesa was also yummy. But the star was the chile relleno taco! Nice bite and so good! Fun experience at Joe's. Hope we can make it back sometime. Muy delicioso!

This place has some amazing birria items on their menu! Fun atmosphere and friendly servers. We…read morewere all really happy with our meals and highly recommend this place.

We spent the day in INDY with our grandson for his 5th birthday . After a long day there, we drove…read moreback home and we were tired and hungry. Nothing sounded good to the Mrs until I mentioned Mexican food and El Charrito. Boom! Instant winner! We got Quesabirria Dinners and a large order of chips and salsa. Delicious. When we dine in person, the service is great and when we order takeout, the food still has the same quality. You can't say that about a lot of restaurants. El Charrito is #1 in our book for quality food, service and ambience. Check them out when you're in the Portage area!

Solid hearty Mexican spot with good portions. Socks were not blown off but was still happy with our…read moremeal. Jalapeño poppers were a highlight. Margarita was a tad sweet. Burrito plates were big - we definitely left with full bellies! Service is standard. Seating available indoor and outdoor.

Awesome margaritas and the fresh chips and salsa are spot on. We have tried most of the food and…read moreeverything has been delicious and the staff is great!!