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I saw a video about this place on TikTok and decided to check it out. The menu had a huge variety of items to choose from. I ordered a horchata, a caramelo w/ asada, and a quesabirria taco. I was excited to see caramelos on the menu since they can be hard to find. After you order they give you a number and bring the food out to your table. They also have a little salsa bar where you can grab extra salsas and toppings for your food. I tried the quesabirria taco and it was okay. I only had a bite or two of the caramelo before I looked over at the window and noticed a huge dead cockroach stuck between the glass along with a ton of dust and other little bugs. As soon as I saw that I completely lost my appetite and couldn't bring myself to keep eating. read more

Tacos El Paisa - Horchata - Mexican Near Me - Mesa, Arizona

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I really wanted to love this place because I had heard it was affiliated with a restaurant in Peoria that I absolutely love. Unfortunately, my experience here was very different. I ordered the Quesabirria Pizza and a bowl of Pozole. The pizza was disappointing--it had very little meat and cheese, and the crust was extremely soggy. The Pozole had good flavor, but I was shocked by the $16.99 price tag for a single bowl of soup. To make matters worse, both my husband and I experienced stomach issues for a couple of days after eating here. I always try to give new restaurants the benefit of the doubt, but between the quality of the food, the pricing, and how we felt afterward, this visit was a letdown. read more

Tacos El Paisa - Mexican Near Me - Mesa, Arizona

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Came in for dinner as we had found this through instagram. Plenty of parking and the staff were super nice and friendly. The food looked great but some of it the taste was off. The cabeza taco was really good, the pastor taco was a bit dry and the meat tasted a bit old. The torta I was the most excited about but was disappointed. It was a beef milanesa torta but tasted slightly fishy. Seems like they fried it in the same oil they fry fish and maybe needed to be changed. The birria pizza was good and the consomé that came with it was delicious as well. The salsa bar had good options and the staff were incredibly friendly and attentive which is why I gave them 4 stars instead of 3. I'd be willing to come back and give the torta a try again and have more cabeza tacos. read more

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First timer here and the food was pretty good. The street tacos had good flavor, along with the salsas. I got tacos along with a carne asada torta. It tasted good and I got full with just one half. I will say it was expensive. Around $70 for everything including two horchata drinks. Didn't think it was worth paying that much. It was good to try. read more

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The food here is pretty good and the staff was friendly and attentive. The restaurant itself was clean and well-kept. I ordered the carne asada torta and really enjoyed it. My girlfriend ordered some tacos and they looked good as well. I'm looking forward to coming back to try their tacos or a burrito next time. read more

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What a great find! Authentic Mexican food. Wonderful people, so kind, helpful and family friendly. I would recommend it to anyone and everyone in the area, out for a drive and with family of all ages. read more

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They beans and rice is good so for a Mexican food restaurant if those are good most likely the experience will be good with the rest of the food. Love the music not loud good to be able to cary a conversation. The satff is super welcoming, and helpful. The young man who helped us with our order was very noce and explained what the plates had and was patient with our order. I had ted chilaquiles and they are good, love they add plenty in the plate i had 3 eggs on top of my chilaquiles. My mom is picky and often has something to say about food and she loved her beef flautas. We also absolutely loved the concha was very soft. My mom loved they had the variety of salsas. She likes her food spicy so it is good that they keep in consideration what different costumers like. read more

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Absolutely delish!!! Everything here is so fresh and service is friendly and quick! We ordered more food than needed but everything was sooooo yummy!!! Restaurant was clean and very cutely decorated! read more

Tacos El Paisa - Super Nachos - Mexican Near Me - Mesa, Arizona

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Taco El Paisa is on a whole different level. We ordered the chile relleno combo plate, the birria tacos (on soft corn tortillas, of course), and the beef fajitas--and OMG, everything was freaking amazing. The chile relleno was perfect with a smokey flavor with just the right amount of heat. The birria tacos? Juicy, flavorful, and came with that rich consommé that dreams are made of. And the fajitas tender, and packed with bold flavor. You can seriously taste the love and authenticity in every bite. This is the kind of spot you want to tell your friends about--but also kind of want to keep a secret because it's that good. If you're still eating at chain Mexican restaurants, you're doing it wrong. Get to Taco El Paisa ASAP! read more

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saw this place on yelp & decided to try because the reviews and the price was affordable(or so I thought) I took a look at their menu online, & on their website but wasn't able to place an order online so I went to the location, and the prices shown on their own website and here yelp, aren't the same in person. On their website and yelp it shows their tortas are priced at 11.99 , but in person they're 16$. You don't even get a drink with this order. I didn't realize how much it was until after I payed. Basically 35$ for two tortas.. Super deceptive practice considering you can't place an order online you have to go in person. The tortas are mid and definitely not worth 16$. read more

Tacos El Paisa - Mexican Near Me - Mesa, Arizona

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Last time in we ordered tge nenudo which was split in two bowls and still very filling and good. Tacos were great. We ordered five gallons of strawberry horchata for a oatty and it was a huge hit. read more

Absolutely delicious, I recommend it. Very filling as well. Service is great, the girls are always so sweet and the Ambiance is nice, always have great music in the background and it's very clean inside. read more

Tacos El Paisa - Sope de Birria - Mexican Near Me - Mesa, Arizona

Food was unseasoned, cold, dry, and had very little sazón. The service was great! However the wait for the drive through was 15 minutes. I only ordered 4 tacos, rice, 3 quesibirrias, and 2 drinks for $45. I got home from this place which is 4 minutes away. Food smelled good, however never felt so disappointed in a matter of 10 seconds. The tacos had no sabor. Extremely greasy, which would have been good if the meat had matched the energy. They had the perfect amount of meat, cilantro, and onion. It was just right. But man, the tacos were NOT good. I had asada and al pastor. The al pastor had no pineapple, just dry burnt pork pieces. The rice had like frozen vegetable mixed in it which isn't very good. The rice was warm but it wasn't my favorite. Horchata was extremely sweet and 75% ice. The only thing that was good was the quesibirrias. That is just juicy enough and delicious. That was solid but after 2, it was a lot to take in. Probably a skip for me this time YA'LL. read more

Tacos El Paisa - Menu - Mexican Near Me - Mesa, Arizona

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This place is absolutely amazing. It's very authentic and so cozy. You can not beat the rolled tacos. And all the people are always amazing. It's fast clean and friendly I highly recommend trying them out read more

Tacos El Paisa - 3 Rolled Tacos - Mexican Near Me - Mesa, Arizona

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Very good place to eat Mexican breakfast good service and good food plus big meal can't finish my food read more

Tacos El Paisa - Chiles rellenos muy sabrosos arroz frijoles riquísimos - Mexican Near Me - Mesa, Arizona

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The food was delicious and the portions were large. Wait time was minimal even with the large crowd. I understand why it's so popular

This place has the best tacos ever! I highly recommend their quesobirria tacos Or their chicken or asada tacos. You won't be disappointed! read more

Tacos El Paisa - Carne Asada Tacos - Mexican Near Me - Mesa, Arizona

Let's first start with price. Each taco is $4.75. At first my thoughts was "that's super high" but after getting my food, it was a decent size. I got two birria and one pastor. The birria meat tasted like menudo. And the pastor had no flavor. My next issue was while right after they served our food, one of the ladies started to sweep the floor and then after another started to mop. Advice, don't sweep near a customer when they are try to eat. Particles go up into the air. And it kills the enjoyment of eating when smelling fabulous vs my food. This giving why I would rate it a two star. Now for the ambience, I do like the hat and light fixtures. Also the wallpaper is cute and different. read more

Tacos El Paisa - The wet floor sign. Floor has dried by the time I took this. - Mexican Near Me - Mesa, Arizona

We had the Chilaquilas and Huevo Rancheros and it was delicious. A little pricey but the food was awesome. Our only complaint was we ordered 2 coffees and they served us some concha and the coffee was called Cafe De Olla. @$9.98 it was not worth it. We should have been told they don't serve regular coffee. Service was great and the food was worth the trip. We also noticed at 9 in the morning we were the only ones in a full restaurant that had this "coffee" we'll be back for the good food but not the coffee.. read more

Tacos El Paisa - Concha and Cafe de Olla - Mexican Near Me - Mesa, Arizona

Other than having to remortgage your home to dine here the food was excellent! Had the two chile rellenos with rice and beans unfortunately chips and salsa are also extras... read more

Absolutely loved this place. Some of the most authentic food I've had since moving to Arizona. Hole in the wall, which are usually the best! The service was great. It was pretty busy, but the food came out pretty fast! Has a salsa bar, very good. I got the build your own breakfast burrito! read more

Tacos El Paisa - Mexican Near Me - Mesa, Arizona

Wow, I was happily surprised when I came to visit the other day! First timer here. The food my son and I ordered was so good. First, we were greeted in with a warm welcome. The place is clean and their menu is extensive up on the wall. It was easy to read and follow, too. So we were excited to order a few things, starting with 2 pineapple agua frescas (refreshing!) and 2 birria street tacos which were the start to flavorful eating! Each combination plate came with rice and beans, and so we ordered a 3 hard, shredded beef tacos and a 5 rolled taco combo. They dress the platters beautifully and they are generous! We also ordered a machaca breakfast burrito (that comes with tortilla chips) for the next day. We love that there was salsa bar with red, green, and smoky salsas, a red pico (my fave), lemon wedges, sliced cucumbers, and spicy veggies. Their guacamole was so creamy and both the rice and refried beans were good tasting in the combos. I need to try their conchas and cafe de olla next time! Returning for more soon! read more

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The place was very nice and clean. The menu was extensive lots to pick from. We decided on chilaquiles with coffee. The chilaquiles were good and filling. The coffee came with a small concha which was very good. I don't think I would go back for breakfast maybe next time I will try lunch. read more

Had lunch here today. 1st thing I noticed was the new name outside and new menu board inside. I ask the counter person if they have changed hands, she said no just a new name and menu. I ordered my usual street tacos carne asada. The food came and the 1st thing I noticed was the over cooked asada and greasy tortillas. The meat was defiantly different the in the past and not for the better, very disappointed. Obviously things have changed, the service was good as usual but the tacos were not very good. I'm not going to condemn this taco place but it will be a long time before I return. I hate it when you have a place that serves great food then changes hands, menu, name etc... usually quality suffers, too bad. read more

Food was fresh and very good. We would recommend this place, we enjoyed it, we will come back when in the area again. read more

Tacos El Paisa - Carne Asada plate, two tacos of tripas and a quesadilla. All of this for two people and still had leftovers. - Mexican Near Me - Mesa, Arizona

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Good friendly. Great food workers are very nice and friendly. I recommend for everyone. Family friendly

This place was amazing came in to get something late night and seen that they had menudo, they offered a sample which I've never heard of before and it was amazing. I would eat this every day of my life and I'm from southern California down border and nothing compares to there menudo! they're friendly just awesome overall customer service. read more

Great customer service, AMAZING food, great options to choose from. The food is very flavorful! The horchata is also amazing!!! Doesn't taste watered down like most places. read more

Tacos El Paisa - Mexican Near Me - Mesa, Arizona

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Pretty authentic tweener restaurant. Halfway between sit down and fast food. I was disappointed because I had seen a picture of El Trompo Al Pastor but it wasn't available when I went in. I had cabeza, asada, al pastor. Solid but not great. Corn tortillas were really good. read more

Tacos El Paisa - Logo - Mexican Near Me - Mesa, Arizona

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Went w J&J when Maddie was town. Excellent quesobirria! They said the tacos were small so B got 3. They are not small and are filled with a ton of meat. Horchata is very sweet--I liked it but it may be too sweet for some. read more

Food is beyond amazing , birria soup was the best thing I've ever had. Service is amazing and stuff is very friendly and polite. Restaurant is very very clean , designed very nicely, playing good music. Next time we in Arizona , this is the spot to go. Thank you so much! read more

Tacos El Paisa - Carne Asada Burrito, Birria soup , Chips & Salsa, horchata - Mexican Near Me - Mesa, Arizona

Arrived late afternoon, it was busy at all. Called in my order and was ready within 10 minutes. Staff was good. Food was great. I had the birria queso tacos with rice and beans. The birria had a kick of heat-good heat! Rice and beans were savory and seasoned perfectly. I'd come back again! read more

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A nice surprise when looking for Mexican food The Tampiqueños were absolutely fantastic! The steak was perfectly cooked--juicy, tender, and packed with rich, savory flavor. The cheese enchilada was a standout, smothered in a sauce that was just the right balance of bold and comforting. Even the sides, like the fluffy rice and creamy refried beans, were prepared with care and added so much to the overall dish. The attention to detail didn't stop at the food--the service was outstanding. The staff were friendly and attentive, even offering to reheat our bean and cheese burrito to ensure everything was just right. As Arizona natives now living in Washington, we wish we could come back more often to enjoy this incredible meal and fantastic service. It was an experience we'll be talking about for a long time! read more

Wow! This place has amazing Mexican food. I was born and raised in San Diego, so I feel I know good Mexican food. This place has it. It brought me by b back home. I had the chorizo breakfast plate which was incredible, and my Wife had the menudo, which she said was equally fantastic. We can't wait to go back. read more

She ordered the fajitas with carne asada and chicken. She said it was good. I had the birria tacos and I think they were so much better, lol. We were greeted with a smile and our order taker was quick and efficient. Although it appears to be a fast food joint with a drive-thru, they will bring the food to your table. And they prepare the food to order. Background music: Mexican Rancheras. read more

Tacos El Paisa - Condimentos - Mexican Near Me - Mesa, Arizona

Great food, service was good typical Mexican restaurant ambiance. A bit on the pricier side

Rolled tacos are the best I've ever had! Staff is friendly and helpful. Go try it!!!!!

This is a true hidden gem that needs more love. I called the restaurant a day before to place my carry out order. One of the managers was kind enough to update me on the day of pick up and even stayed long after her shift to ensure that the entire order would be correct. First off, if you love all things with birria and consume this is your spot. We ordered birria quesadillas, barbacoa, al pastor, carne asada , cabeza tacos, large quesa birria pizza, chips with salsa, guacamole, french fries and churros. The quesadillas, pizza and tacos were delicious and authentic. I loved the al pastor and carne asada tacos the most. They packed the most flavor. The consume broth is really rich and perfect when you dip all of the entrees in it. If you need to cater food Tacos El Paisa is your spot! The greens, onions, and ingredients overall here were really fresh. Food, condiments and other sauces were neatly packaged in our carry out trays. Food was prepped in a timely manner and ready upon arrival. Price wise everything is reasonable. It came out to around $25 per person and we still had plenty of food leftover. Highly recommend this place if you want authentic Mexican food. read more

Tacos El Paisa - Quesabirrias - Mexican Near Me - Mesa, Arizona

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The best tacos I've ever had in Arizona so far. The restaurant is also so cute and staffs are professional and nice.