Cancel

Open app

Search

Tacos Ameca 2

3.2 (169 reviews)
InexpensiveTacos
Closed • 9:00 am - 9:00 pm
Updated over 3 months ago

Tacos Ameca 2 Photos

Business Info

TACOS AMECA 2 ATMOSPHERE

What's the vibe?
Very loud
Casual
Good for kids
Outdoor seating

You might also consider

Recommended Reviews - Tacos Ameca 2

Your trust is our priority, so businesses can't pay to alter or remove their reviews. Learn more about reviews.
Yelp app icon
Browse more easily on the app
Review Feed Illustration

Reviews With Photos

Rude cashier
Linda J.

Food is delicious but unfortunately the cashier is very rude. Came in on April 28 at 8:10 PM. Very rude cashier.. when the cook called the number I assumed it was my number. I turned to look cashier then she replies do you see anybody else here very rude.

Mixed fajita plate with rice and beans
Meng Y.

I was staying in Gilroy for the night and this place got good reviews so me and my boyfriend tried it. The inside was very bright with walls of yellow and orange paint and kind of festive. Parking can be difficult and tight there was barely one 1 spot left that we parked in. We ordered the mixed fajita plate which was $26 which came with chicken, steak, and shrimp with bell peppers and onions. It came with 4 tortillas, lettuce, rice, and beans. There was a high school wrestling team that had a huge order before us and I thought I would have to wait a long time for food but the food came out surprisingly fast in 15 min! The food was good. They also have a salsa bar where you can get whatever salsa you want. The prices were kind of high in my opinion for a casual mom and pop Mexican restaurant but the fajita plate did come with a lot of food.

Menu 9/2023
Lisa W.

Probably the worst burrito I've had. What the heck, this place looks hella authentic, felt like I was in TJ. Until you look at the price. $6 for a taco, and burritos starting at $12. We got burritos because supposedly they are known for it. My $12 regular burrito listed rice, beans, onions, cilantro, and choice of meat. I chose carne Asada. I swear, it was the saddest burrito ever. I live in SD, so our burritos down there are amazing, was hoping the same. The burrito was so sad, it was super small for it too. I took a pic of it next to my hands, which are small in general. They dice up the meat super tiny, so it gets dried out. There was no onions or cilantro in there. I asked for no beans. Burrito was on the thin side too, half was tortilla. I would say their tortilla was good and fresh! There was no flavor in the meat and no flavor in general, super plain. Meat was also chewy, got some weird parts. But a good thing was their salsas. It was really good! You can drench the burrito in their salsas to give it flavor. I would not come here again. Or recommend it. The guy grilling meats outside smelled so good too. So disappointed.

Bunches, el pastor, tripas and two lengua tacos
Michael I.

Food is fabulous, amazing flavor, fresh ingredients and very generous portions! Menu had a large variety of dishes to choose from and they all look good! Pricing was a bit high but well worth it!!

Michelle R.

Used to go to Tacos Ameca pre pandemic, one of my favorite places. Honestly disappointed now. Reviews my receipt to realize that I was charged for EVERY SINGLE TOPPING on a super carne asada taco "with everything" without disclosure. Base price for a taco with meat is $5! Was charged for, grilled jalapeno and grilled onion, beans and guacamole & cheese. Ended up being close to $8 per taco which is crazy. I don't mind paying this price at all, I hate not being told about extra fees for something that's advertised as a super taco already. Robbery. Never again. Robo al cliente en cobrar extra por cosas que viene en un taco normal en casi todas taquerías, y sin aviso. Nunca jamás.

4 salsas
Mark F.

Today was my first trip here and it was awesome! I can't wait to come back and try all the other yummy menu items. Fresh tortillas made every day already make this place stand out but the salsa bar is exceptional! There was a guacamolito salsa, a chunky roasted tomato salsa (molcahete?), a red taco sauce, and a green taco sauce. All of them were great but my favorite was the molcahete salsa. I barely skimmed the menu and Choriquezo popped out at me as one of their specials. It's was a generous portion of chorizo flat top grilled with cheese, piled over and under 4 homemade flour tortillas. You basically make tacos out of the gooey concoction. It was a great way for me to try out all the salsas. I also got a Chile Verde taco and that did not disappoint. The Chile flavor was great and the pork was nice and tender. It was about when I took my first bite that I noticed the Al pastor on the vertical rotisserie in the kitchen, that's definately on my radar for my next visit. I'm rarely in Gilroy but I have a new reason to come back. This place rocks! Give'em a try!

A lot of beans on a simple taco

If you want to get a ton of beans on a simple taco go for it, food it's very disappointing

Pedro L.

Ordered 2 tacos 2 go, I always thought they had cheese and topping on them but when I got home I received dry tacos with nothing but just meat , drove a long way to get them and it's disappointing, not to mention this are 6 dollar tacos !!!

I paid for a super burrito and got this. Terrible cooks and customer service. This is a complete embarrassment .

See all

4 years ago

Helpful 0
Thanks 1
Love this 0
Oh no 0
Photo of Tim P.
0
10
5

5 years ago

Food is expensive and is not up to par.. chili Verde was dry and hard , had like 4 small pieces of dry meat $18.99 plus tax not worth it

Helpful 1
Thanks 0
Love this 0
Oh no 0

3 years ago

Helpful 0
Thanks 0
Love this 0
Oh no 0

3 years ago

Helpful 0
Thanks 1
Love this 0
Oh no 0
Photo of Sam R.
0
32
33

4 years ago

Helpful 0
Thanks 0
Love this 0
Oh no 0

4 years ago

Helpful 0
Thanks 0
Love this 0
Oh no 0

7 years ago

Helpful 1
Thanks 0
Love this 1
Oh no 0
Photo of MEENU B.
1
105
63

5 years ago

Helpful 0
Thanks 0
Love this 0
Oh no 0

3 years ago

Helpful 0
Thanks 0
Love this 0
Oh no 0

7 years ago

Helpful 2
Thanks 0
Love this 1
Oh no 0

4 years ago

Helpful 1
Thanks 1
Love this 0
Oh no 0

3 years ago

Helpful 0
Thanks 0
Love this 0
Oh no 0

10 years ago

Helpful 3
Thanks 0
Love this 3
Oh no 0
Photo of Nimfa E.
62
39
43

4 years ago

Did a phone order for pick up. Carne asada burritos were huge, fish taco was so good. We all enjoyed the food.

Helpful 0
Thanks 0
Love this 0
Oh no 0

3 years ago

Always quality the Mexican food every time I come is the best always fresh super clean customer service is best

Helpful 0
Thanks 0
Love this 0
Oh no 0
Photo of Aaron R.
156
70
84

8 years ago

Helpful 2
Thanks 0
Love this 1
Oh no 0

7 years ago

Helpful 1
Thanks 0
Love this 0
Oh no 0

7 years ago

Helpful 1
Thanks 0
Love this 0
Oh no 0
Photo of Andrea L.
12
52
34

9 years ago

Helpful 0
Thanks 0
Love this 0
Oh no 0

6 years ago

Good taste just a bit greasy at times and pricey! Homemade tortillas is the reason I keep going back!

Helpful 1
Thanks 0
Love this 0
Oh no 0
Photo of Steven S.
134
10
20

8 years ago

Helpful 1
Thanks 0
Love this 1
Oh no 0

3 years ago

Helpful 0
Thanks 0
Love this 0
Oh no 1

10 years ago

Helpful 0
Thanks 0
Love this 0
Oh no 0
Photo of Jenn W.
206
997
2338

10 years ago

Helpful 2
Thanks 0
Love this 1
Oh no 0
Photo of Dan D.
0
28
6

8 years ago

Helpful 1
Thanks 0
Love this 0
Oh no 0

5 years ago

Helpful 0
Thanks 0
Love this 0
Oh no 0
Photo of C M.
0
17
16

5 years ago

Helpful 0
Thanks 0
Love this 0
Oh no 0

6 years ago

Helpful 0
Thanks 0
Love this 0
Oh no 0

8 years ago

Helpful 0
Thanks 0
Love this 0
Oh no 0

6 years ago

The best Al Pastor in Gilroy, hands down. Great food, great prices.

Helpful 0
Thanks 0
Love this 0
Oh no 0

7 years ago

Helpful 0
Thanks 0
Love this 0
Oh no 0

3 years ago

Helpful 0
Thanks 0
Love this 0
Oh no 0

7 years ago

Best tacos in Gilroy in my opinion, everything is made to order. Not the fanciest of place but that's how I like it!

Helpful 1
Thanks 0
Love this 0
Oh no 0

5 years ago

Helpful 0
Thanks 0
Love this 0
Oh no 0

6 years ago

The young man at the register kept touching his face,nose,eyes. Also the man handing out the orders seemed a little rude

Helpful 0
Thanks 0
Love this 0
Oh no 0

6 years ago

Helpful 0
Thanks 0
Love this 0
Oh no 0

9 years ago

Helpful 0
Thanks 0
Love this 0
Oh no 0

9 years ago

Helpful 2
Thanks 0
Love this 1
Oh no 0

9 years ago

Helpful 1
Thanks 0
Love this 1
Oh no 0

9 years ago

Helpful 2
Thanks 0
Love this 2
Oh no 0

Page 2 of 5

Tacos Ameca 2 Reviews in Other Languages

Ask the Community - Tacos Ameca 2

You might also consider

Verify this business for free

People searched for Tacos 2,038 times last month within 15 miles of this business.

Verify this business

Tacos Ameca

Tacos Ameca

3.8(674 reviews)
2.4 mi
•$$

Good service and good food! You place your order at the counter and find a seat and wait for your…read morenumber to be called. We ordered a few tacos, a corn tamale(an uchepo), and a kids taco plate. The tacos are loaded with a ton of meat and the tortillas are delicious. I tried the carne asada and loved the taste. Many restaurants have soggy carne asada from cooking in large batches. Not the case here. The rice and beans were just okay in my opinion, and I could have passed. The corn tamale flavor was nice but a little on the dense side. This is a no frills place. However I did not question the cleanliness at all. There were plenty of workers cleaning/wiping down tables. The salsa bar was clean and the open view of the kitchen appeared clean as well. Tacos are a little pricey, about $5 each, however they are quite large.

Wow! So delicious. Got the super nachos and the street tacos, loved both. The meat was really tasty…read moreand not super oily like some can be. Loved the addition of cotija cheese on the nachos and the portion was huge, which I appreciated since they were not cheap. At the salsa bar they have 4 spicy options (2 green, 2 red), a pick de gallo with jalapeños, onion/cilantro, cucumbers, and cut limes. Chips are sold separately. They have inside seating and outside too. Some picnic tables by the road with a good amount of shade. If you're looking for delicious Mexican food in Gilroy, congratulations you've found it!

Photos
Tacos Ameca - Menu

Menu

Tacos Ameca
Tacos Ameca

See all

Califass Street Taquiza

Califass Street Taquiza

5.0(22 reviews)
2.4 mi

Catered about 100+ guests We were blessed to have found…read moreCalifass Street Taquiza who catered our Daughters Graduation Party. They came very highly recommended, but I was nervous as this was our first time using them. Angela instantly put me at ease with her thoroughness and attention to detail. From start to finish she was super easy to communicate with both via phone and text . She took the time to ask questions and understand my vision for the party and worked with me to make it happen. She was even able to provide me with contacts for certain items I was looking for and couldn't find. She stopped by prior to the event for a walk through to see the location and ensure set up logistics and anything I hadn't thought about. Day of Angela and her Husband and the Califass Street Taquiza Team arrived early and quickly set up and transformed the catering area into a beautiful buffet. Her Staff was super friendly and professional. I received numerous compliments from my guests not only for the great tasting tacos, food, and aqua frescas but for how beautiful their set up was. I was actually able to sit down and enjoy my event confidently knowing that everything was taken care of. By the end of my event Angela felt more like a Family Member whom I've known for years. Looking forward to working with her again and I encourage anyone looking for a caterer or taquiza to hire her as she does it all in a one stop shop.

I am a board member of the Northern California Fire Fighters Golf Association . We have golf…read moretournaments once a month, and every year we have our big tournament and prizes at Eagle Ridge Golf Course. I was looking for a new caterer for our tournament on 5/14.... After searching the internet I decided to go with Caifass Street Taquiza ...and I am glad Angela was fantastic...we went with the gold plan ...they came out the day before to check our location.....they were on time the next day ......the food was fantastic ...and the presentation with their decorations was great ...everyone loved the food...and we will be using them from here on You cannot go wrong with them ...Angela and Her husband Nicholas were great to deal with.... Respectfully.Chris Dow

Photos
Califass Street Taquiza
Califass Street Taquiza
Califass Street Taquiza

See all

El Michoacano Restaurant - Dozen fresh oysters... $24.. 3/5...

El Michoacano Restaurant

3.8(422 reviews)
2.5 mi
•$$

We came specifically to try the Botana Ceviche de Camarón, and it was definitely the highlight of…read moreour meal, fresh, flavorful, and perfect for sharing. The sushi was okay, and we also enjoyed the complimentary chips and salsa. They have a great selection of seafood dishes, so there are plenty of options to try. Service was okay, and the live music created a fun atmosphere, although it was extremely loud and made conversation difficult. Overall, we enjoyed the food and will definitely return for the ceviche and to explore more of the seafood menu.

Solid option in Gilroy for Mexican food -albeit a bit pricey. The menu heavily leans towards…read moreseafood and that is OK if that is your thing. For me, I am not a huge seafood lover- unless I am in Monterey or San Francisco. The vibe of this restaurant is pretty interesting. Think Dia de Los Muertos in a discoteca. I think this place better serves as somewhere to get drunk which makes the food seem better. The food is not bad , just doesn't stand out from anywhere else. On my visit, I opted for the chile verde with their handmade corn tortillas. The chile was spicy enough for me and the tortillas were fantastic. Shout out to the tortilla lady preparing those fresh all day! The refried beans were really runny- I should have asked if they offered whole pinto beans as an option. Service was pretty good, although I wasn't quite sure who our server was . We had multiple people come to our table during our visit. I think this restaurant is fun and interesting with solid food options. Would I be back? Yes, if I want to drink, listen to loud music and eat some damn good tortillas!

Photos
El Michoacano Restaurant
El Michoacano Restaurant
El Michoacano Restaurant - The Una Pal Patron

See all

The Una Pal Patron

Culichis Urban Kitchen - Margarita Fly

Culichis Urban Kitchen

3.8(355 reviews)
1.3 mi
•$$

Ran is for some take out. The Baja fish tacos are awesome. The beer batter is crispy and the fish…read morenot overcooked. Served in a soft corn tortilla with cabbage, tomato's, pico and green sauce on the side. Super yummy. The salmon/lemon roll was excellent. No skimping on the fish. Rolled well. Came with a roasted pepper which was an excellent touch. Sides of chipotle, and soy sauce. Super yummy lunch. The service was quick. My order was ready when I arrived and the person who greeted me had a huge smile. The music was super loud but there wasn't anyone in the restaurant at that point so I'm sure it was to keep the vibe good with the employees. All in all a good experience

The service, drinks, and food were just ok but nothing I would out of my way for…read more A friend and I were shopping so stopped in since they are conveniently located by the outlet stores and have a "fun" decor style. There's a sign that says "Wait to be seated", but no one came out to seat us and a group of people walked past us to go inside, were sat right away. A girl who sat us ended up being our server but took a very long time for her to come back out to even take our drink orders. I had to ask the guy bringing water and tortilla chips who our server was. Once our server arrived she was very nice and answered our menu questions. I ordered the the spicy Mamacita and my friend ordered the pina colada. Both drinks looked cool but mine was very sweet, not really spicy at all and was tiny for $15. I think I mostly paid for the presentation part...flower, popsicle, etc. We both ordered the 3 taco trio and the food came out before long. I had a mahi mahi, carne asada and a taco macho. Again, the food wasn't that great: rice and beans had an off flavor, octopus was chewy in the taco macho, and the mahi was a bit fishy. We took half our food to go and checked out. All in all I would not come back unless it was out of convenience due to the location. The food and drinks have a nice presentation, but the taste of everything wasn't there for me. Although our server was really nice and my friend and I were busy chatting, the service was slow.

Photos
Culichis Urban Kitchen - Culichi's Urban Kitchen Mural Wall

Culichi's Urban Kitchen Mural Wall

Culichis Urban Kitchen - Spontaneous mommy & daughter date

Spontaneous mommy & daughter date

Culichis Urban Kitchen - Pear gala

See all

Pear gala

Tacos Ameca 2 - tacos - Updated November 2026

Loading...
Loading...
Loading...