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Taqueria El Tapatio

3.7 (266 reviews)
InexpensiveMexican, Beer Bar
Open 8:00 am - 9:00 pm

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Moderate noise
Casual
Good for kids
Good for groups

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Jennifer M.

The service is quick. Kinda like a hole in the wall. I ordered a wet burrito and she said it wasn't spicy but my taste buds are boiling and sparking so it certainly is too spicy for this gringa. I'll order something else next time.

They cater too!
Josephine G.

This resto is small but I love their decor. The ladies who take your order or deliver your food are very nice. I also love their super nachos. The toppings are more than the chips which I like. They have specials that I was not aware of - and during those specials you get chips and avocado and a free drink. This is my go to place every time I crave for some nachos

Asada tacos
Greggory S.

Oh my goodness this was some tasty food. I'll be celebrating Hispanic heritage food here at this place. I mean these tacos y'all hit on point. 3 chorizo tacos and three asada tacos with extra cilantro y cebolla. I ate in the parking lot just in case it was nasty I'd already be in my car to go somewhere else and if it was good I could just call again and order more. These tacos were inhaled. Couldn't get a picture of the chorizo tacos because I didn't have time to fumble with my phone but once my inner hunger monster was satiated I took a picture of these asada tacos like a normal person. They have specials too! * I of course had to wake up and try their breakfast burrito the next day. Service has been pleasant. The burrito was pretty good, the potatoes are slightly too large and it needs onions and cilantro added to make it less dry. It's huge though and they have a salsa bar.

Angel B.

The mister wanted tacos. I reminded him we have tacos at home. He still wanted some. I tried to steer him away from unknown food in unfamiliar areas. He still insisted. Okay tacos it is. I was super hopeful with the 4 star. I was raised in Ventura County and left in early 2000. 99% of my meals were at the family dinner table. Including homemade tacos. Now this is just my personal opinion. I was not a fan of this place. What went wrong? Horchatta was watered down. Well of course it would be as it sits in one of those big ice filled jugs. Chips were stale and the carne asada tacos were mediocre. I felt so bad that the Mister did not enjoy his lunch. We have a handful of taco places in Orange County that we really enjoy. This particular place did not agree with our taste buds. The carne asada was not flavorful at all. The meat was chewy and hurt the Misters teeth from knawing on it. Service was okay. A native Spanish speaker took cuts and they helped them first. Don't underestimate if I can speak it or not. Huge menu and huge crowds. Plenty of parking. So they must be doing something right. It just wasn't right for us. P.S. stay off your phone when ordering. They don't like that.

Carne Asada taco special on mondays

Food was good , Perfect lunch spot during the week super lowkey and prices aren't too bad. My back got big after i ate my meal 100% would order again

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Food was very average at best. Service was okay. Lady taking our order was kinda rude.

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Great food & service. Been coming here forever & never disappoints. Definitely recommend.

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This is my secret little get away! Love their Carne Asada Burrito. It's my go to when I go here.

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Bad service lady at the cash register is always mad .. the food is ok ambiance is dark

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Very good and authentic for Moorpark for sure! Love the lengua and salsa bar, mmmmm!

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