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    Taqueria Express

    3.6 (54 reviews)
    InexpensiveMexican
    Open 10:00 am - 10:00 pm

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    Menu may 2025
    Stephanie P.

    We started with the salsa which was super fresh, the. had the barbacoa and shrimp tacos, and a chimichanga dish. All were delicious and the service was amazing. Very authentic. We really enjoyed it.

    D L.

    Unprofessional waitress. Did not refill or check on how we were doing. Claimed we wanted beef but clearly told her chicken. She had an attitude and told her boss in front of us that she heard us say steak. Come on now, one of the worst experiences I've ever had at a Mexican restaurant and trust me I've been to many of them. Did not offer refills for drinks or chips at any point or check on how we were doing during our entire interaction. Worst experience and we've been coming here for years. Came here for Sunday menudo and left unsatisfied and barely touched my food. There are a dozen of other mexican restaurants in a 5 mile radius that offer a better experience and show maturity to their patrons. I understand espanol and worked in service before so please have some maturity. It's not like we asked for something out of this pocket. My girlfriend is literally allergic to beef and would never ask for carne

    Flautas,rice,beans,queso
    Chris K.

    Stopped here for lunch on a whim. Small entrance that opens up to a nice sized sitting area and bar. Prices are very reasonable. We had 6 asada tacos,4 flautas plate, horchata,queso, and another drink for $32. Food was cooked quick even with them being busy. They played current popular Mexican music which was enjoyable. Bar has two large tvs and at this time was showing novellas. Staff was nice. The salsa and salsa roja were a bit mild on the picante scale for me. Tacos had a good portion on meat. Flautas were good as well.

    Ademas que no le pusieron cebolla ni cilantro como tiene que ser
    Bianca M.

    Peor experiencia de servicio al cliente en todo charlotte, la mesera con su actitud prepotente no quizo cambiar mi orden a pesar que fueron ellos los del error. Este restaurante queda descartado para mi completamente

    a sandwich cut in half
    Julia S.

    Keep in mind their sign actually reads Taqueria Express. This is a tiny little taco stand carved out of Fruteria El Pueblo just west of Woodlands on Albemarle. Orders are placed at a window overlooking a stuffed, hot kitchen. Food is quick and simple. Menu's surprisingly large - lots of tacos, quesadillas, burritos - didn't seen any Salva-or-Ecuadorian influences on there. Language could be an issue if you no tengo un pequeno espanol. I have a thing for tortas, so that's what I got - and it was good. A little pricey (6.50 for huevos y queso) but easily one of the better ones I've had in CLT. Soft, sweet teleras, Monterey-Jacky cheese, shredded lettuce, some jalapenos. A mess to eat, but whatevs. This isn't the "IT" torta, but it's totally worth a stop.

    Yellow cheese quesadilla
    Katherine T.

    The quality of food has declined since my last review. The grilled steak meat on my sons tacos were like thin slices of dried beef jerky. The watery mole sauce on my daughters enchiladas were heavily seasoned in cinnamon. I kindly asked the waitress before ordering this item to allow me to taste the sauces of their enchiladas to make sure they were up to par. My request was refused. That is the first time this has happened to me and I should have known to get up and eat elsewhere. My pozole was a bowl of red grease with overly soaked mushy hominy beans and small chunks of what might be pork. Might have been passable as some unknown stew but this was not an authentic pozole. It was served with two bean tostadas garnished with waterlogged romain lettuce shreds. I returned the enchiladas and requested a cheese quesadilla, which ended up being filled with yellow cheese instead of quesadilla, chihuahua, or mozzarella cheese. Overall, each of our meals were not palatable and could never pass as authentic flavorful Mexican dishes. Meats are definitely cheap cut and not fresh. After doling out $38 for food that was barely touched, I made sure to tip the waitress for at least being somewhat attentive. This place gets busy and seems to have a local following. The staff are busy hard at work keeping tables cleared and floors swept. However, the quality of their meats, vegetables, and food prep are very questionable. Their pricing is highway robbery. Attached are pictures to provide an idea of what I described above.

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    5 months ago

    Amazing food. Pastor tacos were great, service was great. Just needs a little spicer sauce.

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    1 year ago

    Good food with fast service never been disappointed. I usually get the burrito or the tacos ,very filling.

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    2 years ago

    Clutch!!! Good tacos and drink variety. Quick service and food made to order, not just sitting on grill

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    4 years ago

    Chicken quesadilla was perfectly cooked as well as the rice and beans will be coming back ASAP! Highly recommend

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    The food is ridiculously good and staff are superb!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

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    3 years ago

    Great food and they make it quick. The cubana and tacos de asada are my fav, the red sauce is also amazing since it's spicy but not to much

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    13 years ago

    Small place, limited menu but it's authentic mexican and really good

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    6 years ago

    Awesome. It was great to see all women working. I saw a picture of someone's food and had to have it. It was as good as it looks.

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    I love this place tacos are super cheap under $2 a taco. The pastor tacos are the best!! The natural fruit juices are good as well!

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    Dos Caminos

    Dos Caminos

    3.8(258 reviews)
    7.1 miUptown
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    Stopped in after an event for drinks and a bite -- great call. Even with the place buzzing, we…read moresnagged two seats at the bar without a wait. My friend and I both went with the margarita cocktail with a sugar rim and it did not disappoint. For food, I ordered the beef empanadas (three count) and they were juicy and satisfying. The dipping sauce was simple but it worked. My friend got the pollo ranchero and loved it -- we both left with leftovers, which says a lot. Oh, and the bathrooms were clean with multiple stalls. Always a win. Solid spot for a post-event wind down. Would definitely return.

    Native Texan here, so yes--I'm biased when it comes to Mexican food. Unfortunately, this place was…read moremediocre at best and overpriced for what you get. I ordered the carne asada and was genuinely excited, but it was a letdown from the start. They never asked how I wanted the steak cooked, which is a huge mistake. Then they covered the steak in cheese--why? That completely overpowered everything. I couldn't even taste the chimichurri. A suggestion: grill the steak properly and serve it simply. If you need cast iron, use a skillet--not a cast iron bowl. Don't drown it in cheese, and please don't cut my steak for me. I'm a grown adult and can handle that myself. On the positive side, the service was on point--our waitress was amazing. The inside was clean and had a kind‑of Mexican vibe going on.

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    4.1(688 reviews)
    7.0 miUptown
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    After a game at the stadium we wanted to grab some food & drinks, we came across this place & going…read moreby the reviews seemed like a good place to try. Drinks Sorbet swirl , omg these were great, nice taste good amount of alcohol as well. Also had agua Fresca , mango smoothie both good. On the food started w the Chicharrones, gotta love the crunchy fried taste to these very tasty. I had the Flautas so good, good tasting meat. On the Tacos , shrimp , Coca-Cola carnitas , arrachera all very tasty. Next round of tacos Birria , carnitas , arrachera , so good nice flavor to the meats. Cute place inside not very big, fun decor , good music playing. service was great our waitress was very nice & attentive, prices are reasonable. We really enjoyed this place everything we had was very good & those sorbet drinks were a hit.

    I dined in with my best friend on Cinco De Mayo at around 2:30. We asked to be seated on the patio…read more We watched another table be seated after us, yet get greeted and have their orders taken before us. I went inside to get a manager to let them know that we hadn't been greeted. Another server came saying we weren't in his section but he'd take us. The manager brought us out some queso and chips as an I'm sorry. I specifically asked the server, Ohran, what tacos were included in the 2.50 street tacos listed on their board as their Tuesday special and was told all of them. I then asked him again "so all the tacos are considered street tacos" and he said yes. So, imagine my surprise when we received the receipts and were charged full price. The manager came over and basically said there was nothing that he was able to do because there were no specials being ran on cinco de mayo & his employee said that he did not say that. Of course he's gonna say that. He doesn't wanna take the fall. I worked at Maggiano's and Red Lobster for about 10 years total so I know how the serving life is but the fact that I had to go flag down someone to get service, we asked twice for waters and didn't receive them until the third ask, we didn't get napkins until after our food was out and we had to ASK for them and then we get told the wrong price???? Yeah I'll never be back and that sucks because the tacos were so good thanks to the Honduran chef who smokes a lot of weed (that's what our server told us. Very professional of him right?????).

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    4.5(143 reviews)
    5.1 miPlaza Midwood

    Decent brunch in the heart of plaza Midwood, but room for improvement…read more My friends and I Came for the $1 mimosas they are running for the last two saturdays of the year. We arrived around 130p and sat downstairs even though it was nice out and there's an upstairs bar, they said it was not available... They were advertising $1 mimosas for the holidays which is a steal, but to be honest, it was very OJ heavy which I guess is what you would expect. They are normally $3 so still a great price. There is a dedicated parking lot and street spots as well. It's a bright and colorful space with vibrant decor. We ordered an assortment of breakfast and birria tacos. I enjoyed my tacos especially being able to order à la carte, but the service was a bit slow even though it wasn't too busy or crowded. I would give it another chance for lunch or dinner. Or a taco Tuesday! They have daily specials so I think it's worth another shot. @azfitfoodfun

    Great spot in plaza! Small rooftop/outdoor patio and some indoor seating upstairs and downstairs…read more I've tried a few things on the menu and have really enjoyed them all. Fajitas, tacos, and flautas have all been great. The trio is pretty good. Not the best guac or queso I've had, but certainly does the job. The salsa is restaurant style and slightly smoky - really enjoyed it. The tacos are also a little on the pricy side ($20 to mix and match 3 tacos), but still tasty. They also have good specials - $6 jumbo marg on Fridays. Definitely a spot I will continue to come back!

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    Superica

    4.1(858 reviews)
    7.7 miSouth End, Dilworth
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    I fell in love with Superica when I first moved to Charlotte nearly three years ago, and it quickly…read morebecame one of my go-to spots for reliable, flavorful Tex-Mex. But I have to start with a small heartbreak: my beloved puffy taco is gone. I grew up in San Antonio, Texas, where the puffy taco was created, and it's deeply nostalgic for me. It's not a sope, not a tostada--it's a true puffy taco, light, airy, and unlike anything else. For a long time, Superica made one that came remarkably close to what I grew up with. Unfortunately, after changes in leadership and kitchen management, it quietly disappeared from the menu. That was a real disappointment. That said, I still come back--because the food here is consistently good. The crispy tacos with picadillo are my current favorite. Picadillo (P-I-C-A-D-I-L-L-O) is a traditional Latin dish with many regional variations, and this version reminds me of the one my grandmother used to make in San Antonio. The portions are generous, the flavors are balanced, and the menu offers something for everyone--from enchiladas and chile rellenos to steaks and fresh tableside guacamole. Speaking of guacamole, I'm a purist. I like it simple: avocado, jalapeño, cilantro, lime, garlic--chunky and clean. Superica delivers on that. The chips and salsa are bottomless, the salsa has great depth of flavor, and for those who like heat, they offer a tiny dropper of hot sauce that is smoky, bold, and absolutely not for the faint of heart. The ginger margarita is another standout. It comes with a generous piece of crystallized ginger and has a bright, balanced flavor that makes it easy to order a second one. And if you have room for dessert, do not skip the tres leches cake--rich, decadent, and a perfect way to end the meal. I also appreciate the little touches here: * Friendly, knowledgeable waitstaff * A lively bar area that's great for happy hour * A beautiful outdoor patio that makes al fresco dining feel special * And a fun tradition of sending you home with a packaged Texas praline This South End location is my personal favorite. It feels more adult and relaxed, while the Strawberry Hill location tends to be more family-heavy. Both are good, but the vibe here suits me better. Yes, prices have crept up a bit--as they have everywhere--but the quality, consistency, and atmosphere keep me coming back. And as someone who travels frequently for work across multiple states, I appreciate that Superica maintains a dependable standard wherever I encounter it. Bottom line: Even without the puffy taco, Superica remains one of my favorite Tex-Mex spots in Charlotte. Come hungry, bring friends, share plates--and as always, travel safe and eat well.

    If you're looking for a spot with a high-energy vibe and a killer aesthetic, Superica in South End…read moredefinitely delivers. I visited with a friend on Cinco de Mayo, so as you can imagine, the scene was absolutely chaotic. The wait was a staggering hour and a half, but Superica handles crowds like a pro. They have an outdoor bar and a grill setup serving: * A limited taco menu * Chips and Queso This was a total game-changer. It's a genius move that keeps the "hangry" at bay while you soak up the South End atmosphere. Once we finally scored two seats at the bar, the service remained impressively steady despite the holiday madness. * The Vibe: 10/10. The restaurant is beautiful and definitely fits the trendy Charlotte mold. * The Food: To be honest, I wasn't blown away. Given the hype and the stunning decor, my expectations were sky-high. The flavors were "decent" and felt like a solid performance, but they didn't quite hit that "must-return" level of deliciousness. * Portion Sizes: Huge! I couldn't finish my meal in one sitting. Here's the interesting part: The food actually tasted better the next day. It traveled well and the flavors seemed to settle in overnight. If you can't finish your plate, definitely take it home. Is it worth the South End gas and the hour-plus wait? For me, I'll probably stick to my "old faithful" spot up in the University area for my routine taco fix. However, I'm willing to give Superica the benefit of the doubt. It's hard for any kitchen to be at its absolute peak on Cinco de Mayo. If I find myself back in the neighborhood on a quieter Tuesday, I'd give it another shot just to see if the food can live up to that gorgeous interior.

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