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Taco Rio Mexican Kitchen

3.9 (36 reviews)

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John M.

Taco Rio Mexican Kitchen is a small Mexican restaurant located in a strip mall on Semoran Boulevard that has definitely seen better days. This shopping plaza used to have the Presidente supermarket as its anchor store, but pulling in, I saw that Presidente supermarket appears closed with paper covering the windows. While they have an advertised special of ten tacos for twenty dollars, the price has increased to twenty-five dollars. This is understandable with the current climate where we are dealing with runaway inflation, but they should let us know about the price increase. I only got takeout, but the service while I was here, the staff was friendly and professional. Upon getting home, we tore into our huge spread of food. The food was not bad, but it was nothing special either. I do not know if they were having an off day or if this is the norm. I do not know if I would return. Again, it was at best mediocre to average.

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Todd W.

Stopped in this plaza for H&R Block, but after we we're hungry and this place a few doors down. To start, this plaza needs some work. Trash in parking lot and a gang of guys hanging out nearby. Regardless, we went in. Interior? Bigger than I expected. Lots of decor, maybe a little too much, but thats just ascetics. The staff, sweet. We were there early, but the host/server was great. Food came out pretty fast and presented nicely. Food: We both order tacos, comes with rice and beans- however there is much more on their menu. The tacos were great. I had a pastor taco and a carnitas. The carnitas? Definitely my favorite! Crispy ends to the meat, tender and yummy. When it comes to Mexican? I always judge on their refried beans. Theirs were great. I ordered a michelada for drink, perfect. Bottom line? If you're in the neighborhood and want an inexpensive lunch, casual, I'd recommend and go again. (I ordered another taco to go lol). This isn't the place to impress someone, but if they like a good lunch Definitely!

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Matt T.

A solid three. While chips and queso are not truly Mexican this queso was Tostitos nacho cheese at best like the cheese from the movie theater. The tacos were very flavorful. Loved the beans. The rice was ok. My favorite thing was the horchata to be honest. All in all it was just ok as another mentioned. Would I go back yes would I be In a hurry no.

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Frances T.

This restaurant inside a small Mall on Semoran with authentic mexican food. The tacos al pastor where good and the guacamole and refried beans too. Is small but with good prices and service.

3 Tacos Supreme Combo
Elijah S.

Small restaurant very good clean nice people presentation of the food is outstanding and taste just as good a real try it out also the price is right what I just posted cost about $16 yum

10 tacos for $20
Jessica P.

The tacos were amazing, they have a great 10 tacos for $20 deal. The frijoles were delicious and of red beans (i'm pretty sure) which you don't see often. Extremely well decorated on the inside and music playing too so great vibes! Totally recommend! It's neat as well. the only improvement I'd suggest is better service, the waiters didn't get up to ask how the food was or if we needed anything. Everything else 10/10

Vincent C.

I stopped by here for lunch and they had a lunch special. It was recommended to me by my coworker and she said the food here was really good and cheap too. I had to try it since we were in the area. This is the second location and the first one, she had been before too. I ordered the lunch special and I saw some stew ribs cooking on the stove and they said that was one of the options for the lunch special, so I got it. The food was really tasty and flavorful. They also have horchata!

Found this place and it looks amazing inside. #drinkingsangria
Jay P.

Found this place and no lie "the vibe is awesome " the food is authentic and delicious! Excellent excellent excellent!!!! Definitely coming back for those tacos

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Amazing chicken tacos! Eat here at least twice a week! Great owners and fantastic food! You won't be disappointed!

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Really good, authentic food and a great atmosphere. The food is made from scratch and the flavors are fresh.

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I've had worse! But it's not that much better. If you care about the cleanliness of where you eat.. don't eat here.. it's gross.

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5 years ago

Very authentic Mexican food place, great food and great service! The tacos were by far the best tacos I've had. You've got to stop in!

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Love this place!! Mom & pop business very genuine & friendly. Food is delicious and they always come check to see that everything is good.

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