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    Tacos El JEFE Phoenix

    4.8 (54 reviews)
    Closed 10:00 am - 9:00 pm
    Updated 2 months ago

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    Quiet
    Dogs allowed
    Good for groups

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    Quesabirrias
    Ferd A.

    This two items are the sole reason why I drive 35 minutes all the way from Scottsdale! It's so hard to find good authentic Mexican food in the valley, but this small "hole in the wall" establishment definitely makes my drive and wait so worth it! I consider myself a huge fan of quesabirrias and this ones def take the win, the pastor is the most HOMEMADE taste you could ever find out there; you can totally notice the Mexico City style with the pinapple and the salsas being well balanced and so rich in flavor!! Everything here is not too spicy (for the non Mexican costumers) but everything is so tasty at the same time. Give yourself a "flavor" get this order next time!!! Thank me later

    Quesabirrias y consome
    Amanda P.

    Got the quesabirrias, was phenomenal. staff were so kind. Music fun. Nice AC going. Solid sauces they gave us as well. Literally would go back in a heart beat.

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    Diana B.

    Went here for the first time. It was not great at all. The food not cooked all the way. Beans were hard. Will not go back.

    Chicken tacos
    Kyaa S.

    Tacos were really good!!! This spot just opened up by my house ! The chicken was very good and flavorful as well! Even were nice to change my tortillas to flour when I forgot to mention !! They give you cucumbers and onions and limes in the side !! I definitely will be going back !

    Carne Asada Torta
    Liceth P.

    So I was expecting a lot more after the hype it has on Yelp; yes the place is clean, nice lady at the counter; I ordered the 3 taco special w/drink & My husband ordered the Carne Asada torta.. It wasn't anything spectacular, the torta was ok, my tacos were OK too.. I ordered a Pastor, birria & Carne asada taco.. The pastor was good! The birria lacked color & flavor & carne asada was just ok.

    Del Jefe Torta
    Lauren H.

    We dropped in for takeout lunch on a work day, my son and I, and both enjoyed our experience and meal. The restaurant is small and feels clean and fresh inside. We ordered the Quesabirria and asked for a recommendation for someone who doesn't eat beef, and ended up going with their suggestion, the Del Jefe Torta. Both were delicious! I love that the cheese on the torta was not overly cheesy, it was just right for me. The torta had zero spice until I slathered the hot sauce on it, and I appreciate that ability to customize it. The pineapple and avocado on the torta were perfect. We will be back to try tacos, breakfast, and more. They were so nice. I am glad this place is here!

    Best nachos!! The beans are so good! These have birria and asada yum!
    Maria S.

    Just came to post new pics of the Nachos with birria and carne asada. So good!! Come try it and you won't regret it!

    Poolside tacos
    Caleb R.

    I love supporting new local small businesses! Quick and tasty. I got the pastor tacos, carne asada and tripa cooked crispy. Yum I will definitely be back when I in town to try other items on the menu.

    Horchata beverage, Carne Asada burrito & Hawaiian torta filled
    Ellen W.

    Taco El Jefe ~ Phoenix We've been waiting for this fabulous eatery to open. It's fresh, clean and has welcoming staff . It's a Family owned local restaurant. Delicious, quality & quantity servings . Made fresh as you wait, true Mexican flavors. I had a delightful beverage called a Horchata, which was creamy, flavored with cinnamon & sweet! I chose a Hawaiian torta, it's filled with layers of grilled ham, breaded steak, pineapple,cheese, avocado,tomato w/ chipotle mayo. My Hubby had the Carne Asada burrito. Huge serving packed full of goodness! The We are definitely planning on coming back.

    Tacos de cabeza, pastor, asada y queda birria

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    This place is amazing I ordered the tacos and quesabirria and it was good! Will return to this place

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    Really good little place. Basic and good. Had Tacos twice and loved both times. Walk up to the counter and order.

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    I usually love tripe but here it's intestines not stomach so it's a gamey taste. Don't order unless you like chitterlings

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    Ordered a burrito delivered, so so good very impressed! Best steak burrito I have had in a minute

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    The food is sooo good and it's a nice family owned place. I can tell they care about what they are doing, I always feel so welcomed there!

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    I will forever come here every time I make to Phoenix/Scottsdale. Taco shells are made in house and…read moremake the tacos elite. They make my tacos just how I ask every time I come, and I make changes! Most recently was last night after a rough rental car situation (avoid NU check those reviews eek) and the bartender was awesome. Quick service, friendly and took my order perfectly. Strawberry lemonade is my absolute favorite and if you know me I'm a lemonade girl. Tacos are perfect, the meat has virtually no weird fat on them like most tacos do. Both carne and chicken. Delicious. I'm here for five days this trip and I'm going back for sure, may end up at the Tempe location too. I should mention the great atmosphere and getting I got, a "welcome in" from the ladies behind the counter as well as the bartender I wish I got his name. Thank you for making my night :)

    Hunted for some tacos and found some tacos. This is a pay first and eat next kind of establishment…read morewhere it was super casual with water canteen for you to get your own water as well as plastic utensils. The weather was nice enough to enjoy seating outside in the patio area. Selections chosen: -Chips, salsa, and guacamole appetizer to start -shrimp ceviche- mexican wild shrimp, cucumber, cilantro, tomato, avocado with chips. Nice starter. -Fish tacos- beer battered fish, morita crema, cabbage, pickled onion, and pico de gallo. I enjoyed this taco. -Chicken - adobo style with avocado, sour cream and pico de gallo. -Carnitas (pork)- with onion and cilantro -Carne asada (beef) - avocado salsa, onion, cilantro -crispy tacos (with minced shrimp inside and then topped with tomato salsa, pickled onion, avocado and cabbage). I loved the first crispy taco. And then when I had my 2nd crispy taco where it was not enjoyable anymore. I only was able to eat 1/3 of this until I had the most spiciest pepper seed in my mouth that ruined the rest of the experience and had to load with 3 cups of water with watery eyes and burning mouth. I wasn't hungry anymore. A nice way to curb an appetite. -strawberry horchata- yummy - tres leches de coco - something was lacking as it wasn't as tasty as if it was missing an ingredient. I would like to come back to try the crispy tacos but will need to make sure it doesn't have the spiciest seed as I don't believe there was an indication for something super spicy.

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    This is a go-to for tacos for me. They're quick, fresh, and well-priced. The grilled meat is…read moresavory, the beans are outrageously good, and their salsas tie it all together with a fresh, spicy touch. I recommend the asada, the hazz, the Lorenza, and anything with the beans. Order at the counter, they'll call your name when your order is ready, and the seating is casual and open. They have a selection of aguas frescos, but I usually like a classic bottled coke for the perfect beverage pairing.

    Gotta love Tacarbon! I always try to stop when I'm on that side of town. I hadn't been to this…read morelocation before but its a quick 5 minutes off the I-10. Very convenient! This location is a standalone with a decent patio. Parking is minimal but seemed like there were enough people coming and going. I got a spot right away. Note when leaving you'll have to go right - heading North on 43rd. The staff here were really nice! It was very busy and after ordering, I was standing with others waiting for my food when the other cashier called me up to check on me, thinking I hadn't figured out the process. He was very nice! The place was packed people finished quickly so getting a table wasn't hard. They also had someone cleaning up tables quickly. I got a carne asada caramelito and a carne asada taco. The caramelito continues to be my favorite of the two. Love the roasted salsa on the salsa bar though the hot red one is really good too! I do wish their guac salsa had more tang and salt. I find it bland. These are among my fave tacos but not my absolute so thus the 4 stars.

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    I LOVEEEE TACOS CALAFIA!! I was starving when I landed at the PHX airport and this location was 10…read moreminutes away. Decided to stop by, so we can also escape the rush hour traffic. We were a bit worried with parking because we saw that it was in downtown, but they have a designated private lot for customers. Inside was so spacious and had such cool decor. It definitely made the vibe more fun. This is also the first location that I saw with the combo deal compared to the one I usually go to in Gilbert. We ordered carne asada and al pastor tacos and mulitas. So so good. I loveee how you can choose between corn or flour for your tortilla. I like the corn tortilla more. The sauces and toppings were left out for us to take which I appreciate so much. If you want jalapeno or grilled onions, you have to ask them at the pick up station. The horchata was also hugee and sharable. I am definitely coming back when I am in the area. I love how there are plenty of tacos calafia location. They also take apple pay.

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