We have plenty of eateries in W-S offering Mexican cuisine or Mexican-influnced foods, and I think…read morethat contributed to my reluctance to visit Taco Mama until recently. While not all of our local options are great, we have a reasonably large number of options that are good enough to make them regular stops for me. Taco Mama is not going to be on that list, I'm afraid, based on my experience thus far. The facility itself seems fine, though the ambient noise level was rather loud (likely influenced by all the metal and concrete). But the food, the feel, the service and the value just don't compete well with all those other places we have to choose from. The unhelpful attitude of the clerk taking my order didn't start things out well; she seemed genuinely annoyed about being there, and that attitude carried over into her tone when answering my questions or prompting me for info she needed. Also on the service side of things, I had to stop the waitress from throwing away my food -- a plate over half full -- after I'd walked not more than ten steps away to refill my drink. [She apologized, but only after I had to confront her twice; still don't understand why "don't throw that away!" could have been confusing.] The burrito and beans I ordered were edible, but so bland that I might as well have been eating packing materials. The accompanying chips were warm, but the cup of salsa was quite possibly the least appealing salsa I've ever been served in a restaurant. I've had Taco Bell food I've enjoyed more than this. And yet I had forked over almost $20 for such a disappointment. Maybe it was an off-day. Maybe the tacos are the way to go here instead. But I don't think they offered even a hint of a reason for me to try Taco Mama again any time soon.

They definitely have a system that's working for them. For some unbeknownst reason, I hadn't tried…read morethis place before; although, I've patronized all surrounding spots. Sometimes I'm in the mood for tacos. Last week I figured I'd give them a try & so glad I did! It's always a plus to see a high sanitation rating! The ambiance is festive & clean, even around the soda machines.The counter service was great. The team member was knowledgeable, helpful & patient. I mentioned that I was a first-timer. There's a large selection of great toppings to choose from. Fulfillment is quick & the staff is pleasant at handoff. The food is always nicely packaged & travels well - it's also good to ask what does. My tacos were filled with veggies that came with a free side, along with chips & salsa! My to-go box was topped off with some of the best light & crispy chips - even better when salted & warm (I found the salt factor to be hit or miss on orders). Side note, while some competitors give you a dab of queso, Taco Mama doesn't skimp. I've eating here several times before posting, and it's consistent. Hopefully, they'll continue to keep up the quality food & service. Oh, I should point out that my bill only included the meal & tax. You don't have to worry about the dreaded, dare I say illegal, cc service charge that some establishments are passing onto their customers.

The food was delicious, we had sopes, their birria tacos and the chilaquiles, and the margarita…read moreflight (mango for the win) and everything was delicious, their staff is very friendly and attentive. And the place is beautiful, you feel you're walking into some different place or like you're literally in the beach. Very cute!

Pros: easy parking and a sleek vibe. The interior is very aesthetically pleasing. The chicken tacos…read morewere delicious and the food arrived quickly. The server who took our order was nice and welcoming. Cons: the menu is a chalkboard and for me, I like to see descriptions of the foods. High chairs were dirty and broken. The salsa bar is a neat concept, but nothing was labeled so we had no idea what was available. The chips looked delicious, but were disappointing very hard and stale. And honestly, it was pricey when you order at the counter, get your own condiments and bus your own table. Sadly a one and done for us.

Stopped in for some lunch the other day, and it was good. Walk up counter service with a menu…read moreboard on the wall. A small eatery with a few tables and chairs and a single video game on the wall. The gentleman taking our orders was kind and friendly. We placed our order and paid, our food was ready in under ten minutes and brought to our table. These are very good tacos here. Inexpensive and tasty. Four tacos total, two each Carnitas and Al Pastor. Both style true to type and very good with diced onions and cilantro with a wedge of lime. Good flavor and textures. A decent meal. There are several good taco places in town and this is one of the better ones. Good quality and a fair value. 4 Stars worth a visit and support 01208

This place was AMAZING Great prices, DELICIOUS food and…read moreFRESH sauces. Definitely chose this place

I stopped by Cilantro & Tacos and ordered a spread that included the 4 Birria Tacos, ACP,…read moremixed-meat street tacos, and a couple of Cokes. The birria tacos were the highlight of the meal--crispy on the outside, packed with flavorful meat, and full of that rich, savory birria taste that keeps you coming back for another bite. The mixed-meat street tacos offered a nice variety, featuring birria, al pastor, and tripa. The al pastor brought a good balance of seasoning, while the tripa added a different texture that taco fans will appreciate 8 out 10 . The ACP was ok but needed more flavor on the rice and a for the grilled chicken and cheese I would have like more flavor on it to but me being the Fatboy I am , I added some of the consommé juice in and mix boom Flavor So all together I'll give them a 7.8 The customer service was great Josue took great care of us

Stopped in for some tacos while in the area. Walk up counter service is quick and efficient. A…read moresmall place modern interior with bright artwork, thats casual and relaxed. Seating inside and out. I went for the four tacos and opted for Al Pastor and Carnitas, two of each. Served in a basket. The tacos were very good street style tacos, diced onions and fresh cilantro with each type of meat and the shells nicely grill cooked. Not to big, not to small, just good tacos. Along with a pineapple Jarritos in the bottle it was a good lunch. 4 Stars Some of the better tacos in the area and worth a visit 01170

Food was amazing! Tacos de birria, lengua y carne asada. Agua de Jamaica, y horchata. All of it was…read moreamazing. Stop at mega thrift and then stick up on tacos. You won't regret this decision! Staff friendly and helpful. I'll be back!

I happened to be in the area and stopped here for dinner with a friend of mine. It was a bit early,…read moreright at 6pm and the place had a couple of empty tables. The inside is pretty basic, but it was clean. The waitress was super quick to take our order and gave great service. I saw gorditas on the menu, which is awesome because they tend not to be served at most places. So I ordered steak and had a bottle of pineapple coconut milk (with the little fruit chunks). Good stuff. The gorditas were delicious. They had a couple of good sauces on the table too, a jalapeno and a habanero. Both were pretty good, neither were terribly hot. Based on this meal, I definitely need to come back. Good stuff!

We've been to Don Zapata's a couple of times but I just realized I never left a review…read more Our original dinner plan didn't work out so we stopped by since it was nearby. I wasn't very hungry so I wanted something that wasn't a huge portion. I figured a shrimp dish would be a lighter option so I ordered the Camarones Coco. Honestly, I didn't pay much attention to what came with it. I was there for the shrimp! It came with a chipotle pineapple sauce that was absolutely delicious and paired perfectly with the coconut shrimp. My husband ordered the East Coast Burrito, and it was huge! It was packed with steak and came with a large side salad. He could only finish about half of the burrito. He enjoyed it though. I also ordered a Piña Colada. I don't often see restaurants that serve them so I had to try one. I could've done without the whipped cream but the drink itself was really good. I honestly couldn't taste the alcohol... but it definitely caught up with me. LOL The only downside for me is the size of the Tamarindo Agua Fresca. I wish they served it in a large cup like Los Juanes does. Overall, I think the food here is really good and I'm honestly surprised I don't hear more people talking about this place.

Enjoyed a delicious lunch here with the in-laws recently. The hostess was friendly, and sat us…read morequickly, The waitstaff was also friendly and attentive, keeping our drinks and chips full. We visited on a Sunday afternoon, and it wasn't busy at all. We got our food ordered, I go the Pollo a la crema. Everything came out quickly, and though it was not noted, my order came with (3) soft flour tortillas. Food was very tasty, and I actually had enough remaining for a lunch the next day. Pricing felt a little on the high side for a Mexican restaurant, but that just seems to be the case across the board. I'd definitely go back again, and would recommend to others. We enjoyed the food, the service, and atmosphere.

I work in Winston and was looking for a Mexican restaurant close by. I was skeptical at first…read more It was a tad pricey. I ordered à la carte chicken enchiladas, cheese enchiladas, large queso dip, and tacos. The price...... over $50 bucks. I thought to myself on the ride home "this better be freaking amazing". IT WAS FANTASTIC!!! Worth every penny!!! I cannot say enough good things about this restaurant. The lady at the front is personable and kind. Great service, great food.

This is our favorite Mexican Restaurant. Great authentic food, big portions, very friendly…read moreservice, and a laid back atmosphere. There is never a wait, and it's very family friendly.

My wife has followed El Sabor on social media for a bit and she kept telling me we needed to check…read morethem out. She was impressed with their posts and they made it easy to navigate their weekly schedule. We arrived shortly after 4pm on a Saturday afternoon at 801 Silas Creek Parkway in Winston. There were several cars there but no line. We approached the food truck and started looking over the menu. Everything they do features birria style meat. Neither of us have much experience ordering birria style dishes but the young man at the window was helpful in his recommendations on what to order for now and what dishes would save best for leftovers. We went with his recommendation to share the quesadilla now and order the tacos for later. The prices range from $12-15 per item but they also have a birria pizza for $35 which looks large enough to feed several people. We paid with a credit card and we're provided a small device that alerts customers when their orders are ready. This was the first time we have ever received something like this and though it was brilliant because so many times you order at a food truck you are stuck standing close by so you can hear your name when the order is ready. Our food was prepared in a timely manner and we decided to drive up the road before eating. When we opened up our containers everything looked incredible. We immediately dug in and the quesadilla was full of delicious ingredients and flavor. I took a few pictures of my tacos but saved them for later. I'm happy to report that they were delicious heated up. We will absolutely be back soon to try even more!

Birria, but make it a double decker pizza. El Sabor, I just love your Birria, salsas, consommé and…read moreflavors. Thanks for always providing this community with delicious food. Triad friends, if you haven't had the chance to stop by this food truck yet, be sure to add it to your list! They are usually set up off of Peters Creek but if you follow their IG you can see all their upcoming locations The service is always amazing and anything you order is delicious. The Birria is flavorful and meaty and their portions are always massive. This pizza is a double decker of meat and cheese and enough to feed 2-4 people! If you're not a Birria fan the chicken tacos are always one of our favorites