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    Taqueria El Tapatio No 2

    3.9 (230 reviews)
    InexpensiveMexican
    Open 7:00 am - 9:00 pm

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

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    A perfect weekend Summer meal
    Crystal L.

    If you know, you know... this taqueria hits every time! From the moment you walk up, the smell alone lets you know something good is cooking. The tacos? Absolutely delicious -- juicy, flavorful, and always made fresh. And the best part? It's FAST. You're not waiting forever to eat, which makes it perfect for lunch breaks or quick dinner runs. Plus, the patio is such a vibe -- especially on summer weekends. Grab your favorite plate, sip a cold drink, and enjoy the breeze. Whether you're rolling through solo or bringing the whole crew, this spot never disappoints. #TacoLoversUnite #VenturaEats #TaqueriaVibes #SummerBites #FastAndFresh

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    Taco Tuesday and all tacos $1.90 all meats. Very delicious and hot and fresh. Lots room seat. Service was fast and quick. Cash only but have ATM inside only $3.00 fee.

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    Lea L.

    I'm pretty sure I've been coming to Taqueria El Tapatio since 2007. I frequent their Taco Tuesday Street Tacos. When I crave them, I come here Bec I do love simple & authentic. Lately I've been ordering my food To Go. They do have indoor & outdoor tables available. Just remember to bring Cash! It's "Cash Only" here. You order at the counter, pay & they give you a paper number. While waiting, help yourself to some chips & salsa. They have red & green salsa & lemon wedges at their salsa bar. I usually order Agua de Jamaica Bec it's my favorite. Note: Agua de Jamaica (pronounced ha-MY-cah) is a hibiscus iced tea drink made from dried hibiscus flowers (or "Flor de Jamaica" in Spanish), water and sugar. The hibiscus tea is very tart and almost has a cranberry-like flavor, which is why it's typically sweetened with sugar. I'm usually craving Tacos Al Pastor, so that's my usual. They do offer more authentic meat choices (lengua, cabeza, buche) if you're into that. I've had my fix of these as well. They now serve Breakfast Burritos, so I'll have to try those out soon. Parking can get full, but there's plenty of it. It's a chill atmosphere. Everyone is here to eat. There's a few Taqueria locations in Oxnard. One Location in Ventura & one in Camarillo, but I have not visited those locations... I'm pretty sure I've been holding off on doing a review, Bec, I don't want anyone & everyone to know... Welp, now they do. Just one of the many handfuls of Mexican Restaurants that Oxnard has to offer :)

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    Anthony C.

    I should not have ate here for lunch. The whole restaurant smelled like the restroom. The restroom itself is completely dirty and the walls are filled with graffiti, i wanted to throw up being in there for 2 minutes. The kitchen itself looks dirty and not kept clean. The burrito was decent but had some chunks of cartilage from chicken. Although when asked they stated it was chicken breast. I feel bad leaving a bad review but the state of cleanliness of this restaurant needs to be investigated.

    The Monday Special
    Al E.

    Three carne asada tacos, rice, beans with Chile de arbol salsa and pickled carrots and a medium cucumber lemon drink hit the spot!

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    Michael C.

    The food is on point. It always hits and never disappoints. The service is exceptionally well. The ambiance is fine if you're looking to get a meal with a friend. The tables are kinda small but they work.

    Yes. Just yes. It's a yes. Get this: Taco Al Pastor. Yup. 5/31/22
    Heather K.

    GETTING HERE: This spot is located behind the Walgreens off Ventura Road. I recommend entering off Ventura Road to access parking as it's easier than trying to access parking off 5th. REVIEW: I love tacos. I mean, I LOVE tacos. What is wrong with me that I hadn't yet been to this hidden gem with fantastic food?! Have you been here yet to try their food? I would recommend getting here ASAP. Just a note - they only accept cash. I placed my order quickly and with ease. I was a tad overwhelmed with all the options available, so I kept it quick and easy with a taco. You can't go wrong with a taco, right? And, sure enough, there was NO wrong. This taco was so good! I could Google a bunch of adjectives to describe it but please. Just go here and order something, anything. Friendly, helpful service. I'll be sure to update my review when I go back for my 2nd time. Definitely recommend!

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    The food is good not going to lie. But the portion sucks, $16 for a burrito the size of a frozen concession stand burrito, I'll pass.!!!

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    The food taste delicious. The prices were great. I was surprised by the amount of food you can get for the price definitely recommend.

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    Some decent tacos ... and they are open, not closed like yelp says. I had to drive down here and check ...

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    One of my favorite Mexican food places here in Oxnard. Everything delicious especially chili verde, shrimp cocktails.

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