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    TACO PAPI

    4.6 (471 reviews)
    Open 9:30 am - 8:30 pm

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    Birria Quesadilla
    Candace B.

    I saw a video on tiktok and decided to try it. Upon entering, we were greeted immediately and placed our order. I ordered a birria quesadilla with a side of beans and rice. The quesadilla was good and the beans were okay. For taco spots in Scottsdale - this is on the better side of all the other places in this area. I'm glad I tried it and if you're on this side of town I'd go again.

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    Stephanie R.

    Love the ambiance, next time definitely want to try the homemade treats! Very friendly and patient customer service

    Quesabirria Taco Combo and M - Pastor / Marinated Pork
    Ashley M.

    The food was delicious! We got quesabirria tacos, one combo, and one Al pastor. The food was tasty and good portion. Definitely found a the spot on this side of town here. Customer service was great too. The vibe was authentic too.

    Wil L.

    Saw the great reviews and wanted to see for myself. Cashier was super friendly and decor was very fun. I was super curious about the Indo- style tacos on the menu. Ordered the paneer taco and the cabeza taco. Asked for a side of consommé. Paneer taco was interesting and tasted good. Had to get used to the taste. cabeza was charred and had a nice flavor. The salsas were excellent. Also got the carne asada burrito and ate this with their peanut salsa and avocado crema. Washed it down with Jarritos tamarindo. Delicious. Will be back for sure. Thx guys

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    Brooke B.

    Taco Papi has great authentic tacos!! I love that they have a salsa a toppings bar with different salsas, onion, cilantro, lime, and more. They are very popular for lunch.

    Carne asada nachos
    Reena R.

    The food is consistently great. It is full of flavor. The staff is friendly and willing to give good recommendations. You order at the checkout counter and they bring food to your table. The location is very spacious with plenty of tables. Highly recommend this place. The quesabirria, ckn tikka tacos, and steak tacos were excellent.

    Birria Quesadilla
    Mikella S.

    Delicious, if you are in the area you've gotta try this place out. Service was great, the area was really nice too. Definitely will be returning!

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    Cindy G.

    Our Servicer name was Noel. He suggested I try the Carne Asada and it was very good so and it isn't dry so I ordered the combo and my sister ordered the combo Carnitas. They had comfortable booths to seat in. The food was excellent as well as the service.

    Quesabirria Taco (House Famous)
    Karen W.

    4.5/5 I came here with my boba sistah for lunch, intrigued by the Taco Tuesday deal. There is ample outdoor and indoor seating, and a varied menu with lots of different fillings to choose from. I initially wanted to try some of their Indian cuisine inspired tacos but was hearing that those aren't the best items on the menu. So, I opted for the cabeza (beef cheek), quesabirria, and pastor. After you pay at the cashier, you'll be given a number that you can take to the table of your choice. It didn't take too long for the tacos to arrive and I got some salsas from the salsa bar, as well as pickled onions to eat with the tacos. All the tacos were really quite tasty, with great flavors. I think they mixed up the orange colored salsas because I didn't taste too much peanut flavor or texture in the salsa labeled peanut, while the other orange colored salsa did have more of a nutty consistency and flavor. I had fun trying out each salsa with all of my tacos. I also appreciate that the tacos just have the meat inside of them and you can add whatever additional fillings at the salsa bar. This is such a relief for me as a cilantro adverse diner since I don't have to worry about little bits of evil green ending up all over my taco!

    Chicken burrito and salsas
    Haneen O.

    My boba sistah and I came here for lunch one day. I'd been to the gym next door but didn't notice this place was in the same shopping center. They offer fusion cuisine which is a unique spin but we didn't end up ordering those menu items. They also have breakfast items for those who want it. We arrived after 12ish and the spot was fairly busy. I'm not a tacos fan so I ordered a chicken burrito which comes with chicken, beans, and cheese. They have a salsa bar that has a variety of salsa and toppings like lettuce, onions, cabbage, and pico. Service was friendly and our food arrived pretty quickly. We decided to sit outside on the patio and it was so nice; the weather was lovely and there was only one other person out there. I enjoyed my burrito: it was a good size and tasted great. I loved trying the different salsas and particularly enjoyed the red, green, and spicy salsas. They have a peanut salsa which was intriguing but it didn't have much of a peanut taste. Mexican food isn't my first choice for lunch but I had a positive experience here and liked my food, so I wouldn't be opposed to coming back!

    Salsa bar
    Ali B.

    Amazing customer service! Better food! And the salsa bar is on fire!! They play great authentic Mexican music and you really really good food!! That can't be said enough

    Al pastor tacos
    Jace C.

    I'll be honest, all I had was some al pastor tacos and a beer. I was relieved and happy that they actually give you a good amount of protein with their tacos. The place was super clean, service was quick, and most importantly, the tacos were tasty. The al pastor had a good char, but was still juicy. Tortillas were soft, and functioned as the meat deliverer very well. I'd go back to this place again.

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    Brian S.

    First off, my disclaimer, I'm somewhat of a chili head, so all tastes are mine own and based on my ability to handle a heavy dose of chili bite without suffering severe trauma. The place was clean and not particularly busy when we arrived. George was our service person and very helpful. I tried one each of there meats in taco form, I.e., chicken, beef, Barbacoa, shrimp. Small but delectable. Others in the family, tried cheese quesadillas, and burritos. The flavors were authentic, fresh and very favorable. George gave us a to-go box for a variety of sauces they provide. I think they could've used more spice but realize they are serving non chili heads. I'll let it slide. Overall, Taco Pappi's was solid. There was a mixed reaction from the rest of the family. They thought it was ok. Be what it may.

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    Bomb food and great drinks!! Had the nachos and quesabirria quesadilla! Soooo good!! Will be back when on this side of town.

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    Great food amazing service upon arrival and great customer service overall for the area it's an amazing place would definitely recommend!

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    The food is very tasty, the service great and its a MUST visit if you love Mexican food and live in N. Scottsdale.

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    Thank you for coming and trying our food :)

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    Horrible place. Tacos looked sad and plain. No flavor or seasoning. The place was hot and a bit cluttered. Service was ok.

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    El Original Tacos Jalisco - Carne asada burrito ($8.50)

    El Original Tacos Jalisco

    4.2(510 reviews)
    9.8 mi
    $

    Sorry I didn't take a picture before scarfing down the chicken burrito!!!!! So so so delicious!…read more I'm never so surprised walking past to go to a so so coffee shop and popped in and don't regret it at all! Best burrito I have had in a very long time! Try the chicken burrito you will not be disappointed

    -Do yourself a favor and just go to Oscar's Tacos!-…read more Due to the convenience, I've been here WAY too many times, so this review is absolutely not based on one bad experience. I've given this place chance after chance, and the biggest problem is consistency. It's always hit or miss. When it's "good," it's honestly just okay. But when it's bad, it's disgusting. I've tried a large portion of the menu because I come here so often, and eventually you get tired of ordering the same tacos, burritos, and tortas. Their carne asada and burritos are probably some of the more consistent things I've ordered. I've noticed that the items that seem to sell more frequently tend to taste okay, probably because they're being turned over more often. But almost every time I try something different, I regret it. Even the tacos are inconsistent. Sometimes the tortillas taste like they were literally warmed up in a microwave instead of heated properly on a comal. There's no slight browning, toasted flavor, or those little doraditas you expect from a good taco tortilla. They're just soft, almost steamed-tasting tortillas. The meat is the same way sometimes it tastes "fresh," and other times it absolutely does not. The caldo de res was another NO. Anyone who makes caldo knows that when you first boil the meat, that foamy, fatty residue rises to the top and you skim it off. Their broth tasted like that wasn't properly removed. It had that chuquío, dirty-meat taste heavy, greasy, foamy, and almost like you're tasting the impurities from boiling the meat rather than a clean, flavorful caldo. That particular taste completely ruins a soup for me. The ceviche was also bad. The lime flavor wasn't fresh, tart, and acidic like ceviche should taste. It was bitter and stale. The best way I can describe it is when you cut a lime in half, leave it sitting exposed for a couple of days, and then taste it. It develops that old, bitter citrus flavor. THAT is what their ceviche tasted like. I've also ordered their fries and received fries completely saturated in oil. They weren't crispy, golden, or even slightly browned. They were limp and soggy and tasted like they had absorbed a bunch of old fryer oil. It was basically like eating potatoes soaked in grease. But TODAY was finally enough for me. I've had their fish soup once before, and it was just okay. Nothing memorable, but edible. I decided to give it another chance today, and I couldn't eat it. The fish smelled BAD. I'm not talking about the normal strong smell of seafood. Fish smelling "fishy" and fish smelling like it's turning bad are two completely different smells. This smelled OFF. The broth itself also had this almost slimy texture that made the whole thing even more nauseating. It completely turned my stomach. Then I got to the cabeza. I've ordered their cabeza before, and normally it has those browned, flavorful pieces that actually taste good. Today, I was literally getting big WHITE chunks of fat. Not nicely browned, flavorful cabeza chunks of white fat. Between that and the fish soup, I was DONE. And this is NOT the first time I've received food here that I couldn't eat. I've actually had to return food on previous occasions. Today I didn't even bother. I was so disgusted that I finally accepted that I need to stop coming here, regardless of how convenient the location is. I genuinely felt sick to my stomach afterward and like I wanted to throw up. I'll also mention that, to my understanding, the same owner has the ice cream place next door. I've tried food there as well and ordered nachos. The chips were stale. So unfortunately, my experiences with food quality haven't been limited to just one item or even one visit. The one thing I WILL give credit for is the cashiers. They are always very sweet and friendly. They know me by now because of how often I've been there, and I've always appreciated how they treat me. My complaint has nothing to do with them or their customer service. I know losing one customer isn't going to make or break a business, but I've spent enough money here and given this place more than enough chances. Food should not be this inconsistent. I shouldn't have to wonder whether I'm going to get a decent meal or tortillas that taste microwaved, meat that doesn't taste fresh, greasy caldo with that dirty-meat flavor, bitter old-lime ceviche, fries saturated in old oil, stale chips, fish that smells like it's gone bad, slimy broth, or chunks of white fat instead of cabeza. At some point, convenience isn't worth it anymore. Too many chances, too many fails. I'm done.

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    El Original Tacos Jalisco - Carne asada gordita.

    Carne asada gordita.

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    Diego Pops - Elote

    Diego Pops

    4.1(2.9k reviews)
    8.6 mi
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    This restaurant is in a great location in Old Town to walk in or drive from local businesses. The…read morerestaurant has a casual vibe and it's a fun place, it can get noisy, but I caught it at the right time. Anyway, when you're craving good tacos, Diego Pops is the place! They have a selection of burritos, ceviche, flautas and salads, but tacos are a thing here. I decided on a shrimp taco and a green chili chicken taco. Lunch came with a six piece sauce pack, so you can customize the tacos to your liking. I'd been thinking of Mexican food and these tacos were good! I had a long drive back to the hotel, or would have indulged in one of those icy cold and delicious looking drinks, like the Diego Margarita or Fuego Fresa. The servers are friendly, prices are reasonable and this restaurant is popular with tourists and locals. The air conditioning is perfect for getting out of the heat and the food and ambiance make it even better! They also have patio dining for cooler nights. On my next visit, I'll return to Old Town, one of the best areas in Phoenix. It offers great restaurants like Diego Pops--it's on my "must come back and try a margarita" list.

    I've been coming to Diego Pops for years, and I'm honestly surprised I've never written a review…read more It's such a fun spot right in the heart of Old Town close to the mall. It has a lively atmosphere that's great for meeting up with friends. Servers are always friendly and food comes out FAST! One of the best things about Diego Pops is their happy hour, which runs every day from 3-6 pm. I also just found out they do $3 tacos all day on Mondays... what a steal! The food is always delicious. My go-to order is the braised green chili chicken taco and the charred steak tacos. They also have frozen margaritas, and I'm already planning my next visit because I HAVEEE to try the blue raspberry flavor. Reliable place to meet up with friends, enjoy good food/drinks without breaking the bank!

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    Diego Pops - Guava coconut margarita- the best I have ever had!

    Guava coconut margarita- the best I have ever had!

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    Paco’s Tacos & Sip

    Paco’s Tacos & Sip

    4.5(296 reviews)
    9.9 mi
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    I have mixed feelings. First of all the location moved I guess and now they're located where bread…read moreand honey house is at. In the mornings it's bread and honey and at 3 it turns to Paco's. We arrived at 2:30 and decided to wait . While we waited the young lady was nice enough to give us crepes on the house. They were amazing. We ordered 2 different types of burritos (Cali and chile relleno) and a carnita taco/ birria taco and asada taco. The food was just ok. The meat had no flavor at all. The birria taco is supposed to be crunchy and it was soggy. It just was pretty mediocre tasting and I really wanted to like it. Personally the best part was the crepe that was served at bread and honey

    I'm a big fan of this taco spot during the cooler weather as sitting outside is ideal. This time I…read moredecided to turn the family own to what I called "my secret spot"... Usually I'm camped outside with a few cocktails and I stagger my order. Just to be clear, my favorite item here is the Carne Asada Sope!!! Service was great as they gave the family recommendations. Teenagers went for the (classic Azteca & burrito Mio) burritos and birria tacos. The consommé to them was on point as they finished it all on the burritos. Greedy kids also split one of my Sope's seeing how I hyped it up... and left crumbs!!! Salsa bar is located in the corner and labeled so you don't go blazin hot unexpectedly with a salsa. For the adults, we decided to go with the Asada Fries for the group to share, the Mulitas with Carne Asada, Steet taco combo with rice & beans, horchata's and of course a Margarita (or 2) It was a bit to hot for the patio our front that evening, and they do have a another one out back. The only downside was that that bathroom was down for the night so we didn't hang out for a round 2.

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    Paco’s Tacos & Sip
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    Dilla Libre Dos - Banh Mi Tacos

    Dilla Libre Dos

    4.4(533 reviews)
    9.7 mi
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    We wanted to find a local small business to cater a staff meeting for my awesome preschool…read moreteachers. Luckily Dilla Libra was right around the corner! The food was a HIT with everyone! The chips and tortillas are perfection, and the variety of choices make it so everyone found something they liked. The queso had just the perfect amount of a kick and was super yummy. The vegan queso is SO good I could drink it! They even called me to narrow down an exact pickup window so the food could be as fresh as possible. We will absolutely order from them again and hope they stay around for a long time! We'll be back for happy hour!!

    I came to order take out for my friends here about two weeks ago. I had everyone's order on my…read morephone and walked in to no one greeting me. I saw only one server, he was waiting about 3-4 tables and seemed to be responsible for the to go orders, as well. He did not welcome me or my friend with me, so we took a seat until he was able to help us. After sitting for about 5 or so minutes, he hastily set two glasses of water down in front of us without making eye contact or saying anything to us. I said hello and asked if we could put a to go order in. He very obviously rolled his eyes at this request, and quickly removed the waters from the table and walked to the ordering POS. He did not say literally any words. Just gestured for us to stand and meet him at the kiosk. We get up and follow him, and I begin by asking for a chicken quesadilla. I did not realize this was something not on the menu, but it doesn't seem like a hard thing to make at a Mexican restaurant ??? He replies rudely, "That isn't even something we have on our menu. Do you even know what you want to order?" I was not understanding why he was acting with disrespect, as neither my friend nor I had treated him with any behavior similar to his. He quickly says "I am going to give you guys 10 minutes to figure your order out and get it together." He leaves. We sit down, and I texted my friend what she wanted instead of a chicken quesadilla. He returns a bit later and we try again. She asked for a bean and rice burrito, so that's what I ask for. He slams his hands on the counter, and huffs and puffs about this order, too. He goes "WE DON'T HAVE THAT EITHER!" At this point, I am really upset with how I have been treated. There was not one point where he was patient, kind, or respectful in any category. This is 100% not how you treat patrons. I ask, "Is us being here too much for you? Is our order too difficult? We can leave, if that is the case." He says it is. We leave. I have worked in food since I was 15 years old. I understand the stress and urgency that comes with a restaurant. At no point have I ever made someone feel badly for ordering. That is what your job requires. If taking an order for a bean and rice burrito is so overwhelming, I would heavily consider a different career path. Disrespectful and incredibly unprofessional. 0/5 stars if possible :(

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    Taco Boys

    Taco Boys

    4.3(430 reviews)
    14.2 mi
    $$

    Outstanding Catering and Service! We recently ordered…read morecatering from Taco Boys for a large group event, and they exceeded our expectations. The food was fresh, flavorful, and a huge hit with everyone who attended. The carne asada was perfectly seasoned, the beans were delicious, and the chips and sides complemented the meal perfectly. The ordering process was smooth, the staff was professional and helpful, and everything was prepared on time. Feeding a large group can be challenging, but Taco Boys made it easy with generous portions and excellent quality. If you're looking for reliable catering or simply great tacos, I highly recommend Taco Boys. Their commitment to quality, service, and authentic flavors truly stands out. We will definitely be ordering from them again! Thank you, Taco Boys, for helping make our event a success!

    A late-night taco craving with the hubby brought us to Taco Boys for takeout, and it turned out to…read morebe a pretty delicious decision. We ordered the carne asada tacos, carne asada quesadilla, al pastor tacos, and tripa tacos so we could sample a little bit of everything. The carne asada tacos had that savory, grilled flavor I look for, with tender bites of meat tucked into warm tortillas and finished with fresh onion and cilantro. The al pastor had a beautiful balance of smoky, seasoned, and slightly sweet flavors, while the tripa brought a deeper richness and satisfying texture to the lineup. The carne asada quesadilla was another standout--crispy around the edges, melty and cheesy inside, with generous pieces of seasoned carne asada throughout. The salsa bar was definitely a bonus. There was a nice variety of salsas and toppings, so we could build each taco exactly how we wanted. A little onion, cilantro, salsa, and a good kick of heat brought everything together. For a spontaneous late-night taco run, Taco Boys delivered exactly what we were craving--bold flavors, satisfying tacos, and plenty of ways to customize every bite. Definitely worth remembering when the late-night cravings strike.

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    Taco Boys - Lots of inside seating

    Lots of inside seating

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    Pastor, pollo, barbacoa tacos fajita style

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    Taco Chelo - Carne asada tacos

    Taco Chelo

    4.8(196 reviews)
    13.7 mi
    $

    Stephanie made a stressful day much less stressful!!! She is a true gem!!!…read more Fantastic little location. Excellent service. Even more amazing food. Try everything. You'll love it!! Super cute vibes throughout. Bathrooms clean and on site. Cute shopping section. But the customer service is where it's at! We appreciate you Stephanie!!! #ASU #OrlandoFam

    Sometimes the best meals happen because your original plan falls through. That was exactly the case…read morehere, and honestly... I'm not even a little mad about it. I ordered the veggie tacos with roasted sweet potatoes (skin on, which was absolutely the right call), pepitas, feta, and all the right toppings. Whoever prepped those sweet potatoes deserves a raise because they were cut into the perfect sized pieces. Every bite had a little sweetness, a little crunch, a little saltiness... it just worked. My dining partner ordered the barbacoa tacos, and I didn't even have to ask if they were good. The involuntary "Mmm..." after the first bite answered that question. Four tacos disappeared in record time, followed by, "I could've eaten two more." That's about as glowing of a review as you're going to get. Now let's talk about these tortillas. Handmade. Corn. Tortillas. Are you kidding me? They're the kind of tortillas that had me question every tortilla I've ever eaten. Soft, fresh, and somehow they manage to steal the spotlight even with everything else on the plate being so good. The chips and guacamole were excellent, too. The chips have to be made in-house and they disappeared at an alarming rate. The salsa that came with them had this smoky, fire-roasted, chipotle flavor that kept me reaching for another chip... and then another... and then suddenly I realized I'd eaten way more chips than I intended. The bottled table salsas deserve their own paragraph because they completely confused me... in the best way. They bring three to the table... a green, a red, and a darker red. I kept tasting them individually thinking, "Okay, these are alright." Then I started mixing them. Game over. On their own, each one was solid. Mixed together? That was the magic. I don't know if that's what they intended or if I accidentally stumbled onto the perfect combination, but from that point on, every taco got the salsa trio treatment. The only tiny hiccup was when we first walked in. We were greeted, asked if we wanted menus, and sat ourselves. We waited for a bit thinking someone would come take our order, only to realize it's actually counter service. Once we figured that out, everything was smooth sailing. Not a big deal at all... just something first-time visitors might want to know. Follow the sign "order here" I also loved the layout. You can actually watch them making the food, which somehow makes the wait even harder because everything smells incredible. Two tacos ended up being the perfect light meal for me. Could I have eaten ten? Absolutely. Those two statements can both be true. Meanwhile, my dining partner polished off four barbacoa tacos and was talking about ordering two more. We only ended up here because another place happened to be closed, and honestly, I'm glad it worked out that way. This ended up being one of those meals we keep talked about on the drive home. Oh and the bathrooms?. I walked in and immediately thought, "Whoa... this is a cool bathroom" The lighting had this pinkish-purple glow that made me feel like I'd accidentally wandered into a trendy lounge instead of a taco shop. I honestly wasn't even sure there was regular lighting in there and I didn't look... because the vibe seemed so intentional. Finally, the music. .. upbeat, dance-worthy, the kind that had me bouncing in my seat while waiting for my food. Between the atmosphere, the lighting, and the music, the whole place had me want to hang out a little longer. Zero regrets. I'll absolutely be back... and next time I'm ordering more tacos.

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    Taco Chelo - Really cool vibe inside

    Really cool vibe inside

    Taco Chelo - Costra Taco - get it!!!

    Costra Taco - get it!!!

    Taco Chelo - Piña Colada Agua Fresca - very tasty

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