oh my word, let me tell you this place is amazing, best food, best drink. come out pleaseeeeee. And karla don't even get me started that's my girl, she did An amazing job, bringing my food fast and providing drinks and refills!!! read more

Talkin' Tacos Temple Terrace - Mexican Near Me - Tampa, Florida

We were in the area for Busch gardens visit. My wife had heard of it opening from her algorithms ... We were hungry and they fixed our hunger! Prices were definitely reasonable for the amount of quality food you get. The kids meals were enough to split...but my two diva daughters were undecided on one thing. So 2 kids meals it was. Needless to say we had leftovers that I will destroy when we get home! The wife had a birria quesadilla. I had a chicken bowl that was decadent. Deliciously paried with a chips and stick to your ribs creamy queso and chips. Ice cold watet to warsh it all down. All in all the staff was kick a$$ and the food was bomb in our perspective. We definitely will return. Ample parking, clean and cozy bathrooms. Let me know when you open one in Oklahoma... would kill in the OKC area. #JustSayin! Reach out with any questions! Respectfully, Bryan Yukon, Oklahoma read more

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Talkin Taco is open until 2AM on weekends. I imagine this would be a great place to go after a night out. However, I was here for lunch. They have a server who brings food, but you must order from a kiosk. I ordered the birria tacos and a Mexican coke, then I seated myself. The food came out pretty quickly. The tacos were okay. They tasted underseasoned, even with the consomme. I had to add hot sauce, but I also didn't love their house brand hot sauces (they have three - jalapeno, habanero and cayenne). I probably wouldn't go back for the birria here, there are definitely better in Tampa. The drink was... not a Mexican Coke. It was Jarritos Mexican cola, not nearly the same thing. I should have gone with a horchata and then grabbed a caffeinated drink from Sonic on my way out. This was a nice experiment but not worthy of a detour up to the USF area. I'd only return if I was in the area and craved Mexican. And I'd probably try something else. read more

Talkin' Tacos Temple Terrace - Birria tacos - Mexican Near Me - Tampa, Florida

Everyone's order was messed up. They forgot my husband's meal entirely, and when the steak tacos finally arrived, the meat was cold. My son also ordered tacos, and when he checked them, they were cold as well. Don't even get me started on my daughter's burrito--it was just as disappointing. To make matters worse, they attempted to refund the two incorrect orders. They processed one refund, but when they tried to do the second, they said they couldn't because of an issue with their system. The employee told us there was nothing she could do, leaving us to deal with the problem ourselves. Between the poor service, long wait, cold food, and unresolved refund issue, this was a very frustrating experience. We definitely will not be returning to this location. read more

Taste: 5/5 Value: 4/5 Ambiance: 5/5 Wow! I had never heard of Talking Tacos before, but now I'm a huge fan. From the moment I walked in, I loved the atmosphere.. It has a fun, vibrant vibe blacklight aesthetic, really nice look. The food was absolutely delicious. Everything tasted fresh, flavorful, and made to order. There are plenty of options to choose from, and it's the kind of place where you immediately start thinking about what you want to try on your next visit. Drinks were super tasty and they also offer free refills! Great experience from start to finish. Talking Tacos definitely earned a new regular customer. I'm sure I'll be back many times over! read more

Talkin' Tacos Temple Terrace - Mexican Near Me - Tampa, Florida

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The food was so tasty and delicious. My husband and I especially loved the corn Nacho's. The tacos were fresh and authentic. Highly recommend!! read more

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Location: Talking Tacos Date: June 26, 2026 Service: Delivery Today after my flight arrived I ordered some delivery from talking tacos. And you're a good tacos and I order a good taco. The meats was just falling off my hands how soft and tasty it was delicious. I highly was excited for the food the taste everything included with what I ordered that ordered the birras tacos and the sweet plantains and a mango lemonade. Check out the photos of this review. read more

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I know this is a taco spot, but don't skip the drinks & dessert! The horchata drink was as pretty as it was delicious. With layers of cinnamon. They have a few lemonade options that you can mix and match to make your own flavor. They are refreshing & not too sweet. We tried a bunch of the churro flavors. Guys! They melt in your mouth! Warm, crispy outside, gooey inside, delicious flavors. The guava pumpkin spice, & berry were my favorites in that order. Vegan food can taste bland like a forceful 2nd thought, but the Hongos mushroom tacos were spiced so well. A little smokey paired with the bright pico de gallo made it perfectly balanced. It also had beans, so you get your protein. The tortillas for every taco was perfectly cooked & the right thickness to hold the sheer amount of food you get but not overwhelm the dish. I'm convinced all the ingredients here are fresh because shrimp tacos are typically my indicator. Their shrimp tacos were the perfect texture & the spicy mayo sauce was delicious. I didn't try their signature birria tacos, but my husband did. He ended up drinking the dipping sauce that it came with, so safe to say it was exceptional. The employees are kind & knowledgeable; Mohsin, Cesar, and Vivian in particular were a great help. The place is prestine clean & beyond a fun environment with music & neon Mexican themed decor. The bathroom even has a bidet. They have seasonal menu items to keep an eye out for as well. read more

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Talking Tacos has a great vibe! I walked in and was immediately greeted and showed how to place my order on the kiosk. I knew exactly what I wanted so ordering didn't take long. I ordered the taco trio. I got the Lydia taco the mahi-mahi and the bang bang shrimp taco. They looked delicious with all the toppings and sauces, but they all lacked flavor. I was so disappointed but service was excellent. read more

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Very good service. You come in and order at the counter and they give you a number and the staff bring your meal to the table. I went with a group of friends for a week day lunch. The food came out quick and was delicious. Love the decor as well. Nice and bright and inviting. Parking is available in front of the shopping center. read more

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First time visiting the talking tacos chain! The ambiance is dark neon lighting with dia de los muertos decor. I had the Birria taco, which is their signature taco and a horchata. Crispy shell, tender meat, white cheese, onions, and cilantro. It was really good! It was also paired with a tasty consomme. The best bites were always with a good amount of onion and cilantro for me. My horchata was thick, creamy, and flavored really well! My favorite hot sauces were the habanero and cayenne. Our server Vivian was very pleasant and attentive too. If all the franchise locations are as good as this one, I will show up. read more

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This is my second time here. My first visit was at the Miami location and it was a great experience, so I was excited to try it again. I ordered the birria tacos and they did not disappoint. 10/10. I feel like some places make birria differently where the broth can taste bland and the meat isn't very flavorful, but this spot does it really well. The broth is rich and the meat is packed with flavor. The service is simple and easy. You go in, order through a tablet and then sit down at a table. When your order is ready, they call it out and bring it to you. The ambiance is also really cool. I went at night and the lighting was dark with a nice vibe to it. Overall, this place does not disappoint. read more

Talkin' Tacos Temple Terrace - Birria Tacos - Mexican Near Me - Tampa, Florida

We ordered the street corn from Talkin Taco through Uber Eats. The flavor profile was really good, but I wasn't sure if it's meant to be served hot or cold. I think I would've preferred it just a tad bit warmer. Customer service was good, and the inside was busy with customers, which is always a good sign. I also love the decor -- such a fun vibe! Next time I'm back home, I'm going to try the DC location to see if it was a temperature issue or just me. read more

Placed a large order online and everything was packed and ready right when we arrived, which was great. We ordered the al pastor and carne asada tacos. They were delicious and flavorful, but I wish they had come with some salsa verde or another spicy sauce for a little extra heat. For the price, I expected them to be just a bit better. Overall though, I would still recommend this spot. read more

Talkin' Tacos Temple Terrace - Mexican Near Me - Tampa, Florida

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Unfortunately, this was a very disappointing experience. The service was extremely disorganized, and the staff was inattentive and careless throughout the visit. We had to wait unnecessarily and felt like our concerns were largely ignored. Even to get a refund was a whole ordeal they said they were unable to process that as well. Unfortunately, the food didn't make up for the poor service. The dishes were bland and lacked the flavor and quality we expected. Overall, the experience was frustrating and far below expectations. Do not recommend nor will I be coming back. read more

Food was very good as I got a Birria Quesadilla, Guacamole, and Birria Ramen. I would most definitely go again and next time it will be the Birria Gtilled Cheese read more

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Came here the other day with a friend after work for dinner. It was our first time here and we can definitely say that we will be back again! The atmosphere was upbeat with the music & the cool wall designs & signs. The staff was very friendly and attentive throughout our entire experience. And the food was absolutely delicious. My friend got the birria ramen, the blue lemonade, & the tajin & chamoy gummies. he said the ramen had an amazing flavor & was very filling, the blue lemonade was a slightly sweet but still refreshing, & the gummies were so good he couldn't stop eating them. I did steal some of them to try & can concur that if I was not absolutely stuffed from my food that I would have kept eating them as well. I had the street corn & the birria pizza which were both amazing! The street corn & the birria pizza were not small by any means. I actually ended up taking a bit of both home to have for lunch the next day, & as a big back foodie that is rare for me to do. The pizza can be a bit messy while eating so beware of that if you plan on ordering it. The only negative experience throughout my time was that tomato soup came with the birria pizza instead of consomme. It was not bad or anything, only that I was expecting consomme instead. I did go back later & see that it does say it comes with tomato soup on the menu; so that was on me for not fully reading the description. So don't make the same mistake I did & assume it comes with consomme, it is a separate side item you have to order if you want consomme with the pizza. read more

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Super cute spot and the food was packaged really well for delivery, which I always appreciate. The corn was absolutely amazing, definitely a standout. The nachos were phenomenal (my friend couldn't stop talking about the avocado mayo sauce), but the tacos were a bit mid for us. I think I'm just not the biggest fan of corn tortillas in general. The birria tacos and consommé were solid, but I've had better elsewhere. Still worth a try, especially for those nachos and corn! read more

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This place was great! From the food , service and environment. No waiting around to order as they have a kiosk where you can view the menu and order. You can sit anywhere that you please as well. The restaurant is full of colors and neon lights and fun Spanish music. I can't remember what tacos I ordered but it was delicious!! It was hot and fresh and very filling to me! read more

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this place is okay. You have to order on iPads which doesn't bother most but I just don't like it. Price isn't terrible but again just okay. Quesadilla was a nice big portion but the Barria tacos were super tiny. I can't even speak on service because there simply wasn't any, they set the food down that was it so again, just ok. The location is also just meh. It's in a strip which is just okay... the bathrooms were dirty but I know somtimes it just happens and it isn't the workers fault but again just OK. It's decorated very nice which is good but personally i wouldn't come back. If you want a quick bite it's okay but if your looking for authentic Mexican food look elsewhere l. read more

Incredible food. I got the birria tacos, order of chips and guacamole. Tacos were perfectly crispy, consommé had great flavor. Quick service, order came out less than five minutes after placing it. Would 100% come back if I'm in the area! read more

Talkin' Tacos Temple Terrace - Birria Tacos - Mexican Near Me - Tampa, Florida

Is some of the best tacos I've had in a long time? Very clean, good service. It's a must try.We will go back again

I went to this spot with my family during a visit from California. The food was no where near Mexican food, sorry! The birria tacos were extremely greasy and I got the horchata which was not good as well. read more

The food and drinks are delicious and it always comes out super fast. I love how they decorated and they keep the restaurant and bathrooms super clean. Plenty of parking in the plaza. read more

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I am going to tell you to run not walk to talkin tacos. I like to do a little bit of a haul of food in order to get it. Understood if I'm doing a delivery. Birria Heaven: A Flavor-Packed Food Adventure Birria Pizza A tortilla crust for pizza? Yes, and it works! The birria is tender and packed with flavor, perfectly balanced with the toppings. It arrived a little cold, but I popped it in the oven, and it was perfection. A creative twist on birria that totally delivers! Street Corn One word: AMAZING. Creamy, spicy, with just the right amount of kick. Hands down, this might be the best street corn in Tampa. I'd order it again in a heartbeat. Birria Grilled Cheese The King of Comfort Food! Tender birria tucked between melty cheese and perfectly grilled bread--pure bliss. The fries were crisp and golden, and the tomato-based dipping sauce was the perfect complement. This dish is a showstopper. Jalapeño Taki Queso with Chips If you like bold and cheesy, this is your jam! The spicy kick from the Takis adds a fun, crunchy twist to creamy queso. Perfect for snacking or starting the meal off right. Whether you're a birria lover or just looking for something new and exciting, this place is a total gem. Can't wait to come back and explore the rest of the menu! read more

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Okay, let's talk tacos: I ordered three of them, and they were all terrific. (And I'm not saying I'm a taco snob, but I'm saying I lived in northern California for two decades, so I'm saying I'm a taco snob.) The birria tacos are clearly a specialty of the place, and they were some of the best that I've had. The other two tacos I had were Southwest chicken and mahi mahi, also both excellent--the mahi mahi beats my Cali standby of Rubio's pretty handily. The one seriously weak spot: the chips. They were freshly made, but they were greasy (and it tasted like they needed to change their fryer oil), and they had almost no salt. And they didn't come with salsa. Big miss. The restaurant has a hipster "Day of the Dead" vibe going on, with a lot of decorations that glow under black lights. The counter service was friendly and quick. read more

Talkin' Tacos Temple Terrace - Mexican Near Me - Tampa, Florida

Excellent dinner. Drinks were wonderful- Horchata and the Strawberry Lemonade. I had the Loaded Chicken Nachos/ very large portion. Fresh and the chicken was perfect. Enjoyed sampling the Birria tacos as well. Staff was friendly, accommodating and efficient. Look forward to my next visit. read more

Talking taco has good selections on meat type. The place is Gatto beautiful with nice wall paintings. I like the colorful wall. Imagine put a black light at night will be cool. I just wonder what they are do with the Day of the dead celebration. I got steak and Bria taco. I like steak taco better because they have good dice steak with their own mixed in. The dice steak is big make it desirable. The Bria taco is my wife choice. She said the Bria tastes better and the meat is more. Overall is a good taco place to try. The kitchen is well trained we don't have to wait too long for the food. read more

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Pros: Dark lighting with fluorescent signs is a very different look for a casual Mexican place. Very distinctive. They have some creative items like Birria Pizza, Birria Ramen that are intriguing. Clean place, adequate parking,and Open Sundays Cons: The steak burrito I had was solid and fresh. However, it was a little lacking in meat. There is rice in there which I don't like and you cannot remove while ordering unfortunately. 7/10 They give you tortilla chips. Mine were fresh and crunchy similar to Moe's. However, they gave no salsa with them .The young lady who brought my food offered to bring me some when I asked her about salsa. It was a green Tomatillo type. It should be served with the order. My local Moe's closed and I miss the salsa bar they had. Overall: This is solid but unspectacular food on the level of Moe's/Chipotle. An occasional trip is warranted. read more

Talkin' Tacos Temple Terrace - Steak Burrito ($13) - Mexican Near Me - Tampa, Florida

Mediocre at best. Off rip, place is slammed. Not enough tables to accommodate. They have two iPads to order food on and no menu otherwise shown so people were naturally taking their time to order. The customer service lacks, there's no room to sit and wait for anything, people are snagging tables before others even finish their meals. My tacos did not taste like authentic birria it is severely lacking ingredients in their birria sauc, and the beans are like literal soup. Not pleasant. The concept and decorations are cute though. read more

Talkin' Tacos Temple Terrace - Mexican Near Me - Tampa, Florida

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Enjoyed the Grand Opening Celebration at Talkin' Tacos on August 16, 2024. They definitely put a whole bunch of detail for entertainment and celebration. They had a DJ, Mariachi's, USF Cheerleaders as just a few examples. We ordered steak tacos and birria tacos through their computers with assistance, & they delivered it to us where we sat. Everything was smooth sailing considering how crowded it was. They have cool Dia De Los Muertos Decor and a huge mural that is amazing and detailed. This was a great experience for a Friday night! Wish them well. I definitely am intrigued with trying their birria pizza and ramen. They also have awesome churros which we were able to sample. read more

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We were in the area and saw this! We came in around lunch time, it was busy but not too bad! Instead of order thru the cashier they have two touch screen machines for u to order. We have not been here before so it takes us a little while to look thru the menus Maybe a QR code for the menu at the start of the line to get us look before hand can cut down some time! They also do not have soda machine so just their signature lemonade items for drinks or water. We have ordered a few things to try and then we sat down at a table ! The servers who bring us the food and drinks are friendly and attentive. The sitting area are well decorated and very themed! The food are amazing but it is a little pricey to me. read more

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You feel the vibe from the moment you walk in the door. Your hips start to sway. The music is on point. Now your senses are enlighten and you're ready to order. I got the shredded beef tacos along with the avocado mayonnaise sauce. For the drink, we got sunrise drink. It is awesome !! The food was fresh and delicious. Welcome to the Tampa Food scene, Talking Tacos Let me not to forget to give a shout out to Storm and Ahmad for excellent service. The service is on 10+ read more

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Shockingly excellent food. I had no idea that a fast casual spot could be some of the best Mexican food ever. You walk in and go left to 1 of the 2 computer screen kiosks. I like that you can see pictures of all of the food/drink items and when you click on an item you can then see all of the customization options. Inside the decor is awesome. "Feed me tacos and tell me I'm pretty is written across the main long wall. I tried $13.99 taco trio. The 1 that I had was great. I took the other 2 home. The highlight for me was the $12.99 Birria grilled cheese. Super meaty and juicy just how I like it. I ordered a $12.99 Cali burrito. Cali does it better, but still very good. And I had an $8.99 churro. Ok a little hard in my opinion. I was glad that I could get all of the sauces on the side. I can't believe I spent $57.87 here, but it was a heck of a lunch. read more

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This place looks amazing! The artwork is incredible and the food is delicious. You can tell the ingredients are fresh and I appreciate a tortilla that doesn't fall apart! Definitely recommend the street corn, the carne asada nachos and the birria in all its forms. I also appreciate the selection of jarritos, and the fact that they make their own horchata! If you want good food and a new place to check out, this is a place to be! The service has been incredible, the staff is very attentive and friendly. Big shoutout to the owners Mohsin and Raheel! Will definitely be back read more

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Good service. Horrible food. Not authentic Mexican food. You're better at a Mexican food truck. The juices are full of dye. No natural juices. Not good. Nothing, but the ladies working. read more

The food was incredible, and the service was amazing from start to finish. Highly recommend!

Chips looked normal but had a burned taste Churros had a burned smoke taste as well Birria burrito had no flavor read more

This place was terrible, I swear the good reviews are bots I ordered for an office party because the hype around this place is huge! Let's just say, there wasn't one person who experienced it that would say they would use their money to buy this food... 1) Chips had that smell.. if you worked in a kitchen you know that smell. Oil used to fry the chips was way over due for a change. The chips literally sucked and outside of tasting the chips- they went in the trash. Huge disappointment. Rather buy a bag of Siete chips at the grocery store. 2) Chipotle has better tasting guacamole. This guac lacked flavor... would never order it again. No jalapeños, needed more lime and salt. Too many tomatoes, and they were cut too big. There goes $9 down the drain 3) The queso was a top tier crazy fake out. This ish was straight up frito lays canned cheese! Kobe'd that in the trash. $7 down the drain 4) Carne tacos checked out. The steak was good, and I would get that again. If I had to go here... 5) Birria tacos checked out, but Los Chapos near Ybor beats them by miles. 6) Cali burrito was interesting.. wouldn't recommend. Delivery was fast and prompt. I was sold a dream by the fancy influencers who post videos of this place looking bomb. Maybe it was an off day for them. Maybe they are overwhelmed and can't keep up with food quality to match the amount of people coming in. Maybe it's just this location! At the end of the day coins are precious right now, so I won't be testing the waters to see if they get their ish together. I'll just go back to Los Chapos. read more

Food came out incredibly fast, and the service was excellent. We were greeted at the door right away, the atmosphere was amazing, and Vivian took great care of us she is wonderful. Will definitely be back! read more