Easily the best taco/burrito place I have been to in phoenix. The el pastor and el pollo burritos are insane. $15 and change for a 18 in burrito and a soda. The queso is equally as good. The restaurant is always very clean and the workers are very attentive. 13/10 rating and recommend to everyone. If you see this review give it a try even if you aren't sure. You will not be disappointed. read more

Delicious Mexican food and consistently satisfying. There's a wide variety on the menu, but I keep coming back for the tacos. The tortillas are made fresh every day, and you can taste the difference immediately. Fresh ingredients make this a great spot for lunch or dinner--everything tastes bright, flavorful, and made with care. My favorite is the carnitas taco on flour tortillas: tender, savory meat, terrific flavor, and those fresh tortillas pull it all together. Just plain good eating. If you want honest, fresh, flavorful Mexican food, Taco Cinco is worth a visit. read more

The carne asada fries were quite tasty and the best part of the meal. They had lots of flavors with the meat and creme and onions. They would definitely be ordered again. The quesadilla was good, but not as big as I thought it would be. The burrito for only a $1 more was a good size, but far from the best carne asada burrito I have had. Place is clean and people working hard. There was a line, but only I think because a big soccer team came right before me. I would come back for those asada fries. read more

Taco Cinco should quickly become the #1 taco spot in Phoenix. I know many of my neighbors love it as I have seen it mentioned on the Nextdoor app quite often. We finally decided to check it out today! As soon as we walked in, we were warmly greeted. We were asked if it was our first time and told we could sample anything we'd like. To me, that's a sign of a place that is proud of the food they make. And Taco Cinco 100% should be proud. We did sample the carnitas and the al pastor. Both were excellent. The fries were calling to me but I also really wanted to try a vampiro. So I got both. I chose the pollo (chicken) for the vampiro and the asada (beef) for the fries. Hubby had a bowl with al pastor (seasoned pork) and fries with the carnitas (pork). We each ordered a small fries as we weren't sure of the size. We probably could have shared. Everything was so fresh! I'm serious when I say this was probably the best Mexican food that I've ever had. It's definitely my favorite taco place and we didn't even have the tacos yet! We will absolutely be back! If you're in the North Phoenix area, I highly recommend you stop in. read more

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Really great first experience here. We live in the area and were in the mood for a taco/Mexican lunch. My husband and I both got bowls and very much enjoyed. Perfect portion, meat was very flavorful- all was fresh. Will be back to try the tacos, quesadillas', etc! Wish we would have gone sooner. read more

Definitely will be back, Food and staff was excellent were fairly new to area on a whim was in mood for food tacos. read more

Taco Cinco - Mexican Near Me - Phoenix, Arizona

Amazing!!! Best tacos we had in Phoenix. The place is super clean and staff are all very nice. I had seen this place in social media and knew I had to come try it for myself. Tons of meat and worth every penny!! It's a MUST try! The seasoning on the meat was just like the street tacos from Mexico City. Love this place. read more

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Fast, friendly and made with quality! Our go to order has been the Carnitas, Al Pastor and Pollo Asado with everything tacos!

I took my first visit to Tacos Cinco it is not far form my new residence and I was starving. . I read the reviews and had to try it . It's a cozy location with tv's and tables plenary of space to sit . The bring you your food by the number IIO are assigned . I got carnitas and checked tacos with one in the homemade corn tortilla and the other two in the flour . The taste was great and I couldn't ask for more . The side of beans and rice helped add flavor to the meal. Lastly, the queso has a nice flavor with a bit of kick, not burning, but very flavorful to make the meal go down just rights. I will be back here soon and get some other tacos or a mulita. I would recommend the food here to anyone who is hungry and it is worth the drive if it sir close by. read more

Taco Cinco - Carnitas and chicken taco. Beans, rice and queso. - Mexican Near Me - Phoenix, Arizona

How I judge a Mexican restaurant.... If they have fresh guacamole more likely everything else will be good. This place did not disappoint! Everything was so fresh, authentic and flavorful. I highly recommend it. read more

Tasty, clean, will be back.When I say clean, I'm not just referring to the interior- which is spotless- but the food itself. Mexican can get heavy and weighed down with heavy sauces, cheeses, and creams. This was fresh, simple, yet flavorful. I had the carnitas bowl with rice, beans, meat, cheese, lettuce, crema and my personal choice of salsas from their bar. Each sauce was fresh and carried nice to moderate heat. I chose to combine their red and green, a perfect combination. My husband had a carnitas and an al pastor taco with rice and beans. I was impressed that the al pastor is shaved from a trompo, not sitting in a pan somewhere. He yummed over both tacos. My only comment would be that beans and rice need salt, but it's a minor difference of opinion. Prices are very reasonable. We will definitely be back to try other options. , read more

Taco Cinco - Al pastor trompo - Mexican Near Me - Phoenix, Arizona

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Authentic food at a great price! Hard to pick a favorite but highly recommend the tacos as the homemade tortillas are so good. Service was quick and friendly. read more

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Big portions. Great pricing. And the grapefruit Paloma alcoholic drink was amazing. This is my 3rd time in and I've not been disappointed. Definitely a repeat eatery for me. Enjoy. read more

Taco Cinco - Nacho carne asada. - Mexican Near Me - Phoenix, Arizona

Three burritos, a quesadilla, 4 cokes and chips and salsa cost $75. Seems expensive. Burrito was good but not amazing. I like the salsa bar. They don't understand veggie food. They do have cactus but I didn't try it. Food came out quickly. The chips were good and melted in your mouth but were very crispy. The guac tasted like nothing. Ambiance is non existent. Not sure if I will return. read more

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We really enjoyed lunch at Taco Cinco! It's counter serve, the employees were super nice. It wasn't too crowded. We got a variety of tacos as well as the small nachos with al pastor. The guac was delicious and very fresh. I loved the cactus and pollo asado. Super flavorful. All the salsas were so good too! read more

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This place was great. Super friendly. The food was delicious and fresh tasting. They forgot the guac on my burrito but brought me some on the side with no issues. Recommended. read more

Taco Cinco - Burrito, chips, bowl - Mexican Near Me - Phoenix, Arizona

Eat here every week! My husband and I always have lunch here. They have a good bowl that is super clean and not heavy like other places.

Just getting off a flight and searching for tacos close to home has always been a problem... BUT not anymore.. Taco Cinco please never leave because the taco and the nachos I had was FIRE AND SOO GOOD, and let me also tell you about the owner Pedro was so nice and I was a little delirious after a long week of work travel but he was kind and the Jamaica was hitting. The salsa bar was clean and the restaurant was also clean. I love great tacos and Tacos Cinco is the spot! Also he said they make their own tortillas so I will be back for burritos! read more

Very nice and clean spot. The employees were super nice and I was created as soon as I walked in. I placed a pick up order and took it home. The tacos were all very good. I got a pastor, carnitas and chicken taco. They all had a different salsa with onion and cilantro on top. They were all solid tacos. I also got a carne asada mulita and thought it was delicious, it's probably better eating it fresh rather than 30 minutes later after my car ride home. The horchata was also good and you can tell it's home made. Definitely a solid taco spot and will be back. read more

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Best bowls and tacos in Phoenix, none of the other places I tried don't come close in terms of quality and price. This place deserves all the hype. Guac and queso are from a different world. So happy that I found this spot! read more

This is a very welcome addition to our neighborhood, which needs more good places to eat. The restaurant has a very casual layout, you order at the counter, and service is very friendly. I ordered three tacos: the asada was marinated and grilled just right, the pastor had a really good fresh-from-the-trompo flavor, and the nopal (cactus) had the delightfully tender and slightly pleasantly tart crunch characteristic of good nopales. The creamy horchata was the perfect beverage for washing it all down. I look forward to coming back to try the vampiros and other offerings! read more

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So happy this place is open. The inside is fresh- fresh paint, signs, tables, etc. and the food- so so good! I got the carne asada bowl, my husband got a vampiro and 2 tacos, all asada. We also got chips for the fresh salsa- so flavorful every bite was perfect. We are thrilled to have a new spot in the moon valley area! read more

Taco Cinco - 2 asada tacos and one asada vampiro - Mexican Near Me - Phoenix, Arizona

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Who doesn't love tacos? When you try the ones at Taco Cinco you will love them even more. We recently decided to check out the new guys on the corner, and we weren't disappointed. It's a very clean, industrial look, but the friendly staff has high-energy enthusiasm. The kitchen is open to view, so you can see what's being made and how clean the prep area is. We were greeted warmly, offered samples, and then treated patiently when we suddenly couldn't make up our minds. I settled on the steak quesadilla. It was stuffed with tender, juicy beef that was just so good. (I couldn't finish it all). There was no greasy heaviness to the food. My picky husband tried several different tacos--again, fresh tasting and quite full--and he's planning his next choices. You place your order at the counter by the entrance, and it is delivered to your table. We didn't wait long. Presentation isn't fancy, and the salsa and sauces come in plastic cups. (There is also a bar where you can get more.) We drank soda, but it appears they have a liquor license, so a Margarita would certainly be a nice accompaniment next visit. Prices may be a little higher than those of other taco shops, but for the quantity and the quality, I'm certainly ready to pay a little more. I'm so glad they've moved into the neighborhood. read more

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Tried taco Cinco for the first time tonight .it's so good!!!! It's great to have an amazing new taco spot in Central Phoenix.. definitely try the chicken tacos and the el pastor, the rice and beans so good as well. Definitely will make this my new tacos go to . Thanks for the great food and service D read more

Taco Cinco - El pastor twco, chicken tacos - Mexican Near Me - Phoenix, Arizona

Love tacos, burritos and excellent service?! You Must try Taco Cinco!! Personally welcomed as soon as we stepped in. Everything on the menu looked delicious! We chose carne asada tacos (one corn and one flour), carne asada mulita (two tortillas with melted cheese, meat in between) and an al pastor vampiro (corn tostada with cheese and meat on top), guacamole and chips! Absolutely amazing and delicious!! The meat was tender and full of flavor. Michelada was refreshing! The ambiance bright and joyful music representing our culture!! Love it! We'll be back again and again! Muchas gracias a Pedro y a su equipo talentoso! read more

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The food is fresh and delicious ! Everyone is super friendly! Our favorite local spot for tacos ! The location is clean and plenty of seating ! read more

Great place good employees amazing food. Told them it was my first time and they immediately offered a sample.

Honestly one of the most frustrating restaurant experiences I've had in a while. We ordered basic tacos and sat there for 40 minutes with zero communication. When I finally went up to ask how much longer, they casually told me it would still be another 25 minutes. Over an hour wait for tacos at a fast casual restaurant is completely unacceptable. No urgency, no updates, nothing. We ended up getting a refund and leaving because it was clear nobody cared. Huge waste of time and definitely won't be back. read more

Best tacos I've had in years! And trust me I've eaten a lot of tacos over the years. Meat very fresh. As well as all the rest of the fixins, on a fresh homemade corn tortilla. I will definitely be back. the staff very pleasant and the restaurant is kept very clean. read more

We so enjoyed Taco Cinco! This is a new and welcome addition to the Thunderbird Road and 7th st area. Historically, there has been some overturn of businesses on the strip mall, but I feel that Taco Cinco is gaining popularity and will be sticking around! We tried the mulitas and tacos with carne asada, carnitas, and pollo. Amazing flavor with all the toppings. Such a good value for what you get. The owners and staff are so sweet, and we feel good supporting them. There's plenty of seating in the shop and it's also great for takeout. read more

Just had my first Al Pastor Vampiro. No cilantro*! It was delicious freaking delicious! Do not go to the big garbage fast food chains. Go here! The owner Pedro Huichapa recommended, took, and served my order. Even brought me the much needed napkin dispenser. Nice and clean indoors and out. Will be back. *Sure global democracy is in jeopardy but we have to deal with the "cilantro" problem soon. read more

Tried this place the first week it opened. I wanted to like the tacos so badly but all of the tortillas were cold to the touch when they arrived, as if they just came out of the fridge. Otherwise the carne asada tasted good as did the salsas. The quesadilla was hot at least and service was good. read more

MY NEW FAVORITE SPOT AND SO CLOSE TO HOME Taco Cinco just won my whole heart. I have been waiting for a delicious spot closer to me and they did not disappoint. When we walked in, the staff was so friendly and welcoming. It felt good right away. I ordered a burrito and it was amazing. Every bite was packed with flavor, juicy, seasoned perfectly, and honestly one of the best burritos I have ever had. I kept thinking, where has this been all my life. My husband got the asada fries and we both stared at them like they were a masterpiece. The portion was huge, the fries were crisp, the carne asada was tender and full of flavor, and the toppings were perfect. Pure greatness. Taco Cinco serves more than food. They serve comfort, joy, and real satisfaction. The food was fire. The service was warm. The whole experience was 100 out of 10. I am so happy to finally have an amazing spot close to me. Taco Cinco has earned loyal customers for life. Thank you for feeding us like royalty. read more

Simple menu with lots of combo possibilities and the food is very good. We were welcomed right away at the counter and loved being able to see the open kitchen. Super clean. We tried a small carne asada fries which is definitely enough for 2 people, a pastor taco and a asada burrito bowl. Of the 3 items the bowl was our least favorite but that said it was yummy enough we finished the whole thing. The star was definitely the asada fries with great flavors but the pastor taco was definitely right there as well. The staff were very friendly and there's quite a few options for seating indoors and out on the patio. We would definitely stop back in to try some more! read more

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First , it's good food, fast service and a brand new store. I ordered 2 tacos that had very soggy tortillas. They were messy to eat. The cake was overpriced. Second, is the fact they are across the street from my house , and I do not think I will return. Brand new store. You got my review. read more

We ordered takeout: carne asada burrito, quesadilla, pollo taco, Al pastor vampiro, queso, chips, and a bean and cheese burrito that we couldn't even get to because we were stuffed. Everything was delicious. Love that it isn't a chain! We rarely eat out but are planning to frequent Taco Cinco once a month. Can't wait to eat our way through the menu! read more

My husband found this place and glad we took a chance. Coming from San Diego it's been a struggle to find really good Mexican food. We had the street tacos, Muleta and tostadas. All tasted amazing! Ingredients were so fresh, meat was tasty and guacamole was freshly made and the tortillas were amazing too!! Will definitely be back. read more

A much-needed addition to our neighborhood. The food is great, the service is right on point, the drinks are strong, the prices are fair, and the place is extremely clean. What's not to like? We are there more than once a week. read more

Visiting Phx for 10 days! Moved to Hawaii in Oct. came back on some business. Told my son the foods I missed the most was: In n Out, artisan pizza, Italian, and good Mexican. The street tacos were the bomb! Great flavoring. The corn and wheat tortillas were all good. Son had the big burrito which he thoroughly enjoyed. Will be back when I come back to town. read more

Generous portions and fantastic flavors. Best tacos in our area... Al Pastor was amazing it reminded me of Mexico City. Friendly staff and excellent pricing. A must visit and we'll be back. read more