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    Taqueria El Rodeo

    3.6 (52 reviews)
    InexpensiveMexican
    Closed 11:00 am - 10:00 pm

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    TAQUERIA EL RODEO ATMOSPHERE

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

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    Amelia J.

    i got the california burrito and it was very tasteful cooked to perfection anyways the place was clean, the people working are super nice. props to the lady with the gauges :)

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    Amber G.

    Hands-down best tacos I've found in the Idaho Falls/Ammon area. The birria tacos at Taqueria El Rodeo are by far the best birria tacos I've had since moving here. The consome has a great flavor as well. You definitely won't be disappointed. The asada and lengua tacos are good too! Nothing is lacking in flavor, that's for sure. Prices are slightly higher than others I've had, but definitely worth it in my opinion. I've also had the verde enchiladas. The enchilada sauce had a slight vinegar taste to it so these weren't my favorite. The salsa bar is fantastic. There are 6 different salsa options, all ranging in spice levels. You can also find limes and radishes. The biggest downside? Taqueria El Rodeo closes at 8pm on weekdays. I have to cut it pretty close if trying to stop in on my way home after work - but it's worth it, in my opinion. The interior is kept clean and the food is served up quickly. Each time I've been here, I waited less than 15 minutes. In full honesty, I've been here more often in the last two weeks than I'd like to admit. But I can't help it...

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    Ryan I.

    Was pleasantly surprised with their tacos. Each taco was well prepared and flavorful. They didn't knock my socks off but would place them above average when compared to other taco joints in the area. Really liked how they put their salsas and other taco toppings out on the floor for anyone to dress up their tacos.

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    Greg W.

    This is my second time back here. Had dinner last Friday night. It was great, both times! The fish taco today was big enough to make two tacos (they serve two tortillas with it). The chips and salsa are delicious and I'm always in for some chilled Horchata! Cant wait to try more delicious menu selections!! More photos to come

    Adabada chimichanga looks so good
    Jeffrey L.

    This is the second time I have eaten here. The first time was wonderful and full of flavor. The service was great. I really looked forward to my return. Today I returned and wished I hadn't. I ordered the pinaple pork Chimmicangua. It was lacking any real flavor other than the pinapple. My son got the Beef Chimmicangua and he had they same problem no flavor. We sprang for the extra to chips and salsa and the salsa was thick but no flavor. So very disappointed.

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    Baby tacos not worth $3.10 se pasan de madre I didn't realize I was ordering a kids meal

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    Great food and convenient location. I like the street tacos and carnitas. Ill be coming back soon.

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    2 years ago

    New owners as of Oct 2023, and the salsa and food have gone down hill. Will not be going back again.

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    LOVED THIS PLACE! Tacos are great and staff is friendly. Only complaint is that no staff were wearing masks or gloves.

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    4 years ago

    Always good. Always friendly and smiling staff. Such a good little joint. Problem is I wanna eat it all. Haha

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    7 years ago

    The best mexican food you can have you know it's fresh when you try it please try it they are really welcoming to

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    5 years ago

    Great food and service. I'm a regular customer! Highly recommend. Great salsa selection and food is cooked well and tastes great!

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