The food was much muy bien! The waiters are constantly at it, serving, taking orders, cleaning tables! A perfect Cienco de Mayo on Taco Tuesday! Excellente my friends! read more

If you enjoy fried, flavorful food and generous portions, this is definitely your kind of place. The setting is casual with both indoor and outdoor seating, and the service was fast and efficient. I ordered the calamari tacos, and the portion was huge. The plate came loaded -- tacos with melted cheese, a fresh salad, and a side of unique "spaghetti-style" fries. The calamari itself was lightly breaded and very tasty, and I really enjoyed the salad (super fresh and flavorful). The fries weren't my favorite, though, and overall the portion was so big that I ended up leaving quite a bit -- which felt a bit wasteful. My husband had the Alaskan cod tacos, and I actually loved that they were not breaded -- that's my personal preference. The fish tasted fresh, light, and really well prepared. Our daughter ordered the kids chicken taco, and honestly, it was excellent -- loaded with chicken, very flavorful, and clearly made fresh. We also tried the tres leches cake. The slice was large but for me it was a bit too sweet, especially with the caramel on top and the thick whipped cream layer. I know there are many variations of tres leches, and this one just wasn't my favorite. We also had a crab cake -- fried on the outside, soft and delicious inside. Overall, a solid spot with big portions, fast service, and lots of flavor. Just come hungry! read more

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Absolutely worth a visit. Huge portions! While it's super casual the staff is very helpful bringing chips and serving water and dropping off food that it's almost full service. The salad that comes with the entrees (like one fish taco) was huge and delicious. Friendly service! When in Morro Bay come here! We probably over ordered but now we know. It was a chance to try many items. read more

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Huge portions. All "tacos" are a variation-on-a-theme with one's selected protein on two flour tortillas, topped over shredded cabbage, carrots, lettuce and radishes, with a few slices of cucumber. Today, we ordered their Scallop Taco which had a good portion of pan-seared scallops. The Taco was good, but expensive. The price point of most items can be a bit steep here. We also had a Chile Verde Burrito, which was huge. However it wasn't all that great, as the components were mostly black beans, a few grains of rice, and very little flavorless pork. At eighteen dollars, it was disappointing. One better like black beans over the regular pinto beans most Mexican eateries serve. Upon entering the restaurant, there's a front counter to place orders and receive a complementary large bowl of chips and red salsa. The salsa is very flavorful and contains chunks of tomatoes. One then chooses their preferred seating area and the order is brought to you when ready. There is interior seating as well as two patio dining areas. The interior is very plain and simple as their focus seems to be on the food although presentation is quite lacking. Friendly staff. Taco Temple can get very busy during the dinner hour, on weekends & special event dates - plan accordingly. read more

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We've been away from the central coast for almost 7 months but were able to get in a short visit this week. Like all our other visits, a stop at Taco Bell Temple was definitely in order and as usual, the place did not disappoint. My shrimp taco was generously filled with shrimp and my wife's halibut taco was delicious. Both meals satisfied our Taco Temple itch!!! It's nice knowing the restaurant is thriving and the food is utterly amazing. read more

Taco Temple - Shrimp taco - Mexican Near Me - Morro Bay, California

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Taco Temple is a great stop for Mexican food when in Morro Bay. There is an excellent view of Morro Bay rock with both indoor and outdoor seating. We were recommended to go here by a local and it did not disappoint. You order at the counter and sit wherever you like and they will bring the food out to you. My sister and I go the street tacos and we were able to choose 3 different meats for our 3 different tacos and it came with guacamole, rice and beans. We split the plate which was a great decision because it was a ton of food and we were both stuffed. There were also chips for the table which tasted so fresh and they were super thin and perfectly crispy just how I like them. The time from when we ordered to getting our food was very fast. Overall a great experience and I would come back. read more

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This is our go to place every time we are in MB. We ate here 3 days in a row this visit. When we have friends with us, we always bring them here. As well as share this restaurant with anyone I hear mentioning headed to MB The food is consistently fabulous, everyone working here is friendly, and the restaurant is clean Wish they had some heat lamps outside. It was pretty cold there this last visit- so we had to eat inside We normally love to sit outside Plenty of parking read more

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Food: 4.25. Came by after a visit to San Simeon this past Sunday. Place wasn't busy at the time we visited, around 4 pm. It was packed when we left after dining there. We ordered the chile relleno and lingcod tacos only to find out they were out of the lingcod. Halibut was ordered instead. Chips and salsa was provided for us to take to our table. Additional salsa and accompaniments were also provided. Food was delivered to us timely and at the right temperature. My chile relleno was very good and I really enjoyed the salad it came with. It also came with black beans and rice. My food order was sizable and I knew I wouldn't finish it. The halibut on the other hand was a bit dry. There is inside and outside seating. read more

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Shrimp tacos and homemade chips are bomb. Tried the PB pie for the first time and oh em gee. & dog friendly on the patio! But in all honesty, I always eat here twice on a trip - even if it's just a few days! read more

Taco Temple - Shrimp Tacos - Mexican Near Me - Morro Bay, California

Huge portions and lots of creative tacos and burritos. Friendly service. We had a carne asada burrito, Alaskan Cod burrito and chicken taco. If I had to order again, I would get the tacos, because the burritos were huge and so were the tacos. Should have gone for some hot sauce since we got the burritos as is, which were mild and included cheese, rice, beans, cabbage / radish and dressing / sauce. Normally I wolf down Mexican leftovers but it took a while to finish these. I suspect it's the rice and beans I'm not used to. Or the salad thrown into the tacos (normally we just see cilantro and onions). It was fine. There's a ton of seafood options here so would definitely try more of those if in the area again. You will definitely get multiple meals out of your order. read more

Taco Temple - Carne asada burrito - Mexican Near Me - Morro Bay, California

It had been several years since we last came to Taco Temple and decided to check them out again. I'm glad we did, it was a lot more pleasant of an experience than the last time. Staff was friendly as soon as I walked in, got us a kids menu to draw on and even made our daughter a shirley temple. Plenty of indoor and outdoor seating which was great since we had our dogs who were very happy to have a shady spot and water. I got the cod burrito and it was great. Filled with a lot of fish, the cabbage and the sauce was really delicious with the fish. I hadn't thought of the lemon, but it really worked well with everything in the burrito. Size is still quite large, but manageable to the point it is actually possible to pick it up if desired. Prices are solid and their specials board had so many great local fish options that I'll be sure to order next time. My wife got the veggie burrito and was quite happy with it. The sauce wasn't distributed to the ends very well, so her first couple bites weren't the best, but once she got to where the sauces mixed in she was very happy. Kid nachos were a good size, our daughter liked them. The rest of the kids menu looks pretty good too. I'm glad it's not as crazy as it used to be and that the quality of the food is really good. read more

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Taco Temple: Most amazing lunch ever! Having been stooping here for years every time I'm in town, heading up the coast. I ordered a blacked fish taco which comes with salad on top. Sooooo delicious. One taco is plenty enough. The shrimp cocktail is full of shrimp and chunks of avacado. Super generous portions. Totally worth it. I don't want to eat anywhere else. The food at Taco Temple is my FAVORITE IN MORRO!!!! Pretty much order-at-the-counter type place . Not much service- maybe cause we ate on the patio. But the food is bomb. read more

Taco Temple - Taco Temple BEST FOOD IN MORRO!! - Mexican Near Me - Morro Bay, California

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While staying in Morro Bay, we wanted tacos and this place was real close and had good reviews. Had to try the Killer Alaskan Cod tacos, and they did not disappoint; they were fantastic. The ceviche was also really, really good. My only complaint was the service. We sat outside, waiting for our food for a long time, I went inside and saw our food sitting on the counter. A woman walked up and I asked her if our food was ready. She acted like it just came up, but I think had been sitting there for a while because the tortillas were soggy. read more

Taco Temple - Killer Alaskan Cod tacos - Mexican Near Me - Morro Bay, California

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Ridiculously great! Beer on tap, delicious ceviche and crab cake tacos! Fresh as it comes. Go now!

Sooooooo gooooooood! Really great every time. Staff are so friendly and accommodating, food is fresh a delicious, and the restaurant has a relaxed atmosphere to sit and enjoy the food. This place is our go to! read more

Took a trip up to SLO from LA for a friends wedding and was recommended this "taco" shack near our hotel in Cayucos.  "Taco" being put in quotes because that giant pile of seafood, fries, and toppings is allegedly a taco, and though I may have to disagree with their use of the word, I fully agree with the flavor and pricing of their food.  Super fresh, super tasty, and a nice side of the road view of the ocean. Strongly recommend the calamari taco and ceviche is you're keen on those types of dishes. read more

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Use to live on central coast. Moved away. Last night went to taco temple. Not for food but for the Carrot cake. OMG . How I've missed this incredible dessert . I also wanted the tres leche and the double chocolate cake. . But I exercised control left something for next visit. read more

Tasty food, friendly staff, casual vibe. Nice flavor and generous salsa and chips to complement your meal. Highly recommend!

Taco Temple might throw you when you see the price of a taco but when your piled high plate arrives you'll understand! Order at the counter and no matter how busy they are you'll get your order pretty fast! There's lots of indoor and outdoor seating but today we did takeout of their gigantic shredded beef burrito and a carnitas platter. It will be at least 2 meals for my husband and I. Both have a ton of flavorful meat. I always have to get the Killer Carrot Cake which is enough for 4 people to share! The photos don't do it justice! We do miss the San Luis location. read more

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Best fish tacos! Enormous portions... Great desserts...FLAN!!! Wish they had the salsa bar again. read more

2-19-26. Enough already!! You folks need to update your prices on your website! After over 5 years of local support you've pushed us everywhere! I guess the tourist won't care about overpriced Mexican/fish. Audios! read more

Great healthy Mexican food with a surprise of a big side salad. Reasonable prices and a good find in Moro Bay!

We'd like to rate it 3.5 stars but that is not an option. The steak fajitas were really great. The portion sizes are enormous. The beans are not refried but are whole - they taste pretty good. The rice was ok. The chips are very greasy and not so great. Salsa is ok. The carrot cake was heavy and too dense because the liquid to dry ratio was wrong - way too much liquid means they have to cook it longer to try to get it done which is why the bottom of the cake was overcooked. Also having too much fluid means the cake is heavy, dense and bricklike. This is unfortunate since the flavors of the cake and icing are pretty good. We would go back to this restaurant. read more

Simple place. Service is kind. Chips are great. Food is great. Chocolate Bread Pudding is yummy! read more

Taco Temple - Chocolate Bread Pudding - Mexican Near Me - Morro Bay, California

Large portions of fresh fish and Mexican food. Nothing fancy just really flavorful and delicious food. Order and food brought out to you. Indoor and outdoor dining. Great local spot. read more

Taco Temple - Wet Burrito, fish tostada, taquitos and lots of extras to include guacamole. - Mexican Near Me - Morro Bay, California

The food has changed. The Manager Mel thought it was a good idea to change what we've been enjoying for over 25 years! I called her to register my concern. I was left to feel like I was out of line for complaining. I tried to contact the GM and one of the 5 owners. NOPE. She obviously is empowered to make major changes. Perhaps our last visit to TP tomorrow. Bummer. read more

We moved to Morro Bay a little over a year ago. We have been trying different restaurants, taking advice from friends who have lived here a while, and a couple of people mentioned that if we wanted to go out for very good Mexican food that we should try Taco Temple. I really wanted to like this place in part because we live on the same street just about a mile down. We were eager, we'd already found that Morro Bay is definitely a foodie town, and that the Mexican food we've had before was quite good. Now here's a restaurant that is promoted by some friends as being very good. Last night, my husband and I didn't want to go out, so we decided to order takeout from Taco Temple. We weren't able to order our food ahead of time since after three times no one answered the phone. So Mark headed out. Being a seafood fan, I focused directly in on the fish tacos. My husband loves tortas. But Taco Temple didn't have that. In fact, if the menu that appears here on yelp is complete, they have a fairly limited menu. So he decided to go with the nachos. We were surprised that we were spending $50 for a couple of takeout meals. After having read some of the reviews on here, I wonder if maybe we were charged some of those service fees that other people mentioned. When we got home and opened our food, we could not have been more disappointed by the appearance. Both dinners were quite unappealing at first view . But visual appeal is not everything, so we started dinner. It is an understatement to say we were not pleased. Let's start with my dinner. *Hang in with me, I'm almost done * The fish looked like it would've been wonderful if I had eaten it right after it was cooked. But what I had was definitely not wonderful. What I had was a soggy mess. The fish was on the top, the tortillas were on the bottom, and in between was a glob of wet produce. The bottom of the fish was so moist that the breading fell off when I lifted it, the tortillas on the bottom had fallen apart - again because of the moisture. I was certain that there was no mention of any produce. Just the tacos and the mango chutney. I checked back on the menu to see if I was mistaken, but the dish was described as, "Four Tempura Beer-Battered Cod Fillets, Deep Fried To A Crisp Perfection. Served With Mango Salsa And Chipotle Mayo." Nothing about any salad or cabbage. Mark's meal didn't fare much better. The chips were burned, a big absolute no-no with nachos. The toppings were "OK", but it was inedible with burned tortilla chips. Well, it all went into the trash and we went to bed disappointed, hungry and $50 poorer. read more

It's cute place! Workers are super friendly. It's perfect quick to grab food when you're staying airbnb nearby!

Even though my last visit was a bit disappointing... I always return to Taco Temple... We've been coming to TT for 30+ years... and I'm not going to let one time out of many deter me!!! Today Fish tacos... delicious Carnitas tacos... delicious Chips.... Yummy You do have to ask for salsa different from what they give with chips now... the salsa cart is no longer out!!! But still a great place for delicious tacos!!! read more

The Shrimp Taco was full of flavor and spicy. The Halibut Taco was excellent as well. I like how they have you line up at the cashier to place your order and then you take your tray to a table yourself. The surf vibe is enhanced by the ocean out front. Lovely place to eat a meal. read more

Taco Temple - Ocean in front of Taco Temple - Mexican Near Me - Morro Bay, California

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Absolutely inedible calamari! The worst I have ever had. The fries were also not so hot--so fine they were actually hard to eat without fries flying all over the place. If you do not know how to cook stay out of ehe kitchen!99 read more

Another absolutely stellar meal from taco temple. It was cold and foggy outside, which made the food even better. I absolutely will always recommend the Carnitas! Also, Melissa is an absolute jem. She is welcoming, incredibly friendly, and is always on top of it. There was a small miscommunication with my food and she remade my meal immediately, which was so kind. read more

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I got food poisoning from the chicken taquitos. They tasted horrid, like they had bleach in them. The waiter looked like she was absolutely stumped as to why i said anything. After we left I had an intense stomach ache and proceeded to throw up mounds. read more

Not sure how I haven't posted a review yet for Taco Temple. I love it! We go everytime we are in the area. The thing to get is the fish tacos. The meal is big enough to share. Get one of the ones with the local catch. They serve delicious warm tortilla chips with salsa with every order, and you can ask for more! read more

Whether you are coming in to Morro Bay or going out of Morro Bay or just passing through Morro Bay, you must stop here. The food is fresh and ginormous. I ordered a killer alaskan cod taco and a ceviche. OMG, and now I have dinner. Did I mention that they also have draft beer? Do not pass up this gem read more

I went there for lunch today. I had the fresh grilled sea bass tacos. It came with fresh greens and a mango salsa. The fish was good quality and grilled well, but it was rather flavorless. I would've liked to see either a flavorful marinade or at least some tartar sauce on the side. read more

Not to my liking. Not sure what type of Mexican food this is but not what I'm used to. The enchiladas were made with mole sauce and rice had a strong different taste. Tostadas were soggy with shredded chicken. I will not return. Service was good, plenty of parking. read more

I liked the halibut fish taco- good portion of fresh local caught fish and lots of cabbage and mango salsa and sauces. Not able to build it as the tortilla was not holding anything without breaking apart... Service was prompt and friendly. But 3 tacos, 3 beers and a fried pickles was $100 all in! Portions were good-We had leftovers, but I honestly don't think it was so great to be worth that kinda money. We sat outside with our dog and it's just typical surf shack patio/outdoor bar setting. Might be back but might not. read more

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Come hungry! Portions are huge. Service was fast, and string-lit outdoor dining was perfect on a balmy Morro Bay Friday night. A good spot for a quick meal with great food. read more

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Great food. Great service. Huge portions. Varied menu. Their burritos are gigantic and delicious.