Christopher B.

Mexican food is my specialty. So I can confidently say that Taco Viva makes the best tacos in the greater Phoenix metro area. Don't believe me? Try finding a parking space here during lunch or dinner hours. I'll admit we were turned away recently because there was no parking on site. But on a second recent visit, we had to loop around one more time and we found a spot. No easy feat because you'll have to exit back onto Indian School and try again. Once you get inside, you will most likely see a very long line. But trust me, they've got a system that works and while you will wait, they will get your made-to-order tacos quickly. The atmosphere is pure Mexico taco stand. The dining room is bright, colorful, and very clean. There are always tons of employees taking orders, preparing tacos, making fresh tortillas, grilling meats, cleaning, and more. It's a well oiled machine with a great vibe. This was our tenth (?) visit in the last several months and I had to sample my top three tacos again to confirm my favorite. Hands down, it's the Pastor "Con Todo", followed very closely by the Carne Asada. Check out the photos. They don't do the tacos justice, because you can't taste them by just looking at them. Definitely check out Taco Viva. Muchas Gracias! This review was generated entirely by my brain and not AI.

Jessa K.

Stopped in a few weeks ago for some tacos and this place was delicious! Freshly prepared right in front of you, exactly the way you like it. I would come back but probably get my tacos plain, they were packed. Good pricing and friendly staff!

ThucDan H.

Cool design and fun place to take the family or just a few friends. There was a pretty long line and we got through it in about 20 minutes; you line up to order, and then get in a second line to have your items assembled. In the assembly line, there were some items that were premade (the fries already had cheese and meat on them, assembler just added guac, so meat looked a little cold). But other than that they all the fixings for you (onion, cilantro, salsa, guac). They gave us a free taco though, for a mistake at the register. Low-key the best pastor I've ever had, they put pineapple in it which always just level up the experience!! Also comes with a crema that didn't overpower the flavors, but balanced it all out. Seriously the best taco I've ever had. I'm telling all my friends.

Alisha O.

Wow! I stopped by around 1:30 on a weekday and it was so busy! Luckily there's quite a bit of parking behind. What a cute place! Very lively and clean atmosphere. You order at the front then take your slip to the cooks at the open kitchen. I'm not sure why this step but its kinda fun -- they're very friendly, ask you if you want "con todo" and here or to go, then hand you back your food shortly after. You do get to see the trompo (al pastor pork cooking on a spit - the only real al pastor!) and your food being made. I got an al pastor taco and a gringa (al pastor taco with cheese), both con todo. There's a salsa bar and though the tacos already had plenty of stuff on them, I had to add some salsa as it was so good! There is also a drive through. I'll definitely be back!

Stephy B.

Tried Viva Tacos and it did NOT disappoint queso & chips, guacamole & chips, carne asada tacos, AND al pastor... and everything was seriously so good. The guac was super fresh, and those chips were perfectly crunchy. The carne asada tacos were packed with flavor and cooked just right, and the al pastor had that perfect sweet + savory combo. Honestly, every single thing we ordered hit. seven the beans were great. Great food, great vibes, and definitely a new go-to spot for tacos. Already planning my next visit Shout out to the amazing service this place has!!!

Ashli A.

Came in to try out this place I kept seeing all over my Instagram Got the pollo and al pastor tacos Pollo had a really hot salsa that came on it so unsure if the chicken had any flavor or not. The true star of the show was the al pastor taco! That meat was so tender and full of flavor. I would eat a dozen of them. We also got chips and guac and some beans. Service was friendly and quick. They also took the time to explain some of the menu items. Inside was spacious and clean. Def worth a try!

Jay Y.

If you're looking for authentic Mexican tacos rather than Tex-Mex, this is the spot. I loved that you can choose between flour or corn tortillas. The al pastor with pineapple was a standout, and the mushroom taco had a lot of potential, but the heat level was too high and ended up drowning out the other flavors. Honestly, my favorite thing on the menu wasn't even a taco, the carne asada fries were the highlight of the meal. Worth a visit if you're curious about what real Mexican food tastes like.

Wayne C.

The food and salsas are delicious. Getting there might confuse you. There was a line out the door, so I followed the crowd. Saw some inexpensive merch and their menu and the restrooms. I finally arrived at counter and paid for meal and got a ticket. I moved over but found out I accidentally cut off the ither people waiting so got in another line to wait for the personal customization of my food order. After that was complete I got my coke product drinks and salsas. The Carne Asada and the Al Pastor were tender, flavorful, and so worth going back for more. The only thing I recommend is possibly lines on the floor for direction, and clearer instructions for newbies. I so wanted to buy a beanie, but next time.

Kelvin C.

Taco Viva is spectacular. Everything was good, well seasoned and had great flavor. Loved the chicken, carne asada, but I think my fav was the Al pastor. The corn tortillas were soft and had a little firmness. The mini quesadilla is cheesy gooey deliciousness. Tip, ask for the grilled onions and peppers on the side. It's free. Ask for the green crema that comes with the al pastor. It's great on all of the tacos, but is only added on the Al pastor. Overall, highly recommend. Friendly staff and happy to make your tacos anyway you want.

Melissa E.

Amazing! Delicious! There was a little bit of a line when we walked in but it moved surprisingly quickly. Having a giant menu on the wall made it easy to have our choices ready to go when we got to the register. We had a basic order of carne asada tacos and chips and quac. While our order was simple the flavors were not! The carne asada was flavorful and juicy, the onion and cilantro were complimentary and not overpowering, the salsa had just the right heat to it and the guacamole added flavor and a balance to the salsa. We chose flour tortillas that were made fresh while we waited. The chips and quac came with a good portion of tortilla chips as well as a decent size portion of the most amazing guacamole. For the sizes of everything and the deliciousness, I was surprised that everything was so reasonably priced. All around a great experience and meal, especially on a budget!

Becca W.

Taco Viva is easy to spot with that big black, white, and red building right on Indian School. They've got their own parking lot and even a drive-thru, which is always nice. When we walked in, there was already a long line to order, so you know it's popular. Inside, it's really spacious with high ceilings, and they have both indoor and outdoor seating. The place was clean, and the staff was constantly wiping down tables as soon as people left. The line moved a little slow, but honestly, it wasn't bad at all. We ordered tacos, tostadas, and especiales. Everything was fresh and really tasty. The especiales were a bit salty, but still totally fine. Our only regret was not ordering more. They also have a self-serve condiment station, which helps things move faster when it's busy. By the time we finished eating, there was still a steady line of people ordering. Even then, it didn't feel too crowded because tables turned over pretty quickly.

Stephanie C.

So good can't wait to go back. Tried the carne asada, Al pastor, and the mushroom. Mushroom was spicy but good. Place is roomy and plenty of seating. Salsa bar has great flavored salsa. Chips are yum couldn't stop eating them. Tacos are full of flavor tons of filling. Service was great we waited on 2 tacos and they gave us a bean taco for the wait still yummy.

Chris A.

Ever since I got to Phoenix, I have been so surprised at the lack of good, authentic Mexican food. I am thankful to have a friend that helped to enlighten me today, who brought me to Taco Viva. He already raved at how good this place was, and I was more than happy to give it a try. Since it was my first time, I wanted to try one of each of the meat tacos: carne asada, al pastor, and pollo. Ordered them all "con todo", to get the experience of what they're known for. And all I gotta say is: These were probably the best tacos I've had in years. The absolute, most delicious tacos. Of the three, the clear star was the Al Pastor. My god....just pork perfection. I cannot wait to go back and start introducing more people to this place.