Taqueria El Pueblito
1800 E Fort Lowell Rd,Ste A156, Tucson, AZ, 85719
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Address :
1800 E Fort Lowell Rd,Ste A156
Tucson, AZ, 85719 - Phone (520) 339-9336
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Opening Hours
- Mon :7:00 am - 8:00pm
Specialities
- Takes Reservations : No
Delivery : No
Take-out : Yes
Accepts Credit Cards : Yes
Good For : Brunch
Parking : Private Lot
Bike Parking : Yes
Good for Kids : Yes
Good for Groups : Yes
Attire : Casual
Ambience : Casual
Noise Level : Average
Alcohol : No
Outdoor Seating : Yes
Wi-Fi : Free
Has TV : Yes
Waiter Service : No
Caters : Yes
Categories
Mexican Cuisine
If you enjoy Taco Tuesday, then you have officially fallen in love with the Mexican Food. The main grain of Mexican cuisine is maize. Also known as corn, maize is grown for the past 9000 years after the crop was discovered by the people in Mayan civilization. Mexican empire flourished when they started growing beans, tomatoes, chili pepper, sweet potato and cactus. Till this date these ingredients are used in cooking authentic Mexican dishes and drinks.
Great use of spices, fresh chili pepper dishes like fajitas, tortilla chips, corn chips, salsa, chimichangas, burritos, nachos and quesadillas are invented in America. But when you are looking for authentic Mexican food then you must find a restaurant in the city that serves Rajas con Queso, Garbanzo in a Guajillo Chile Sauce, Pork Filled Chiles Rellenos, Chiles en Nogada, Molcajete Salsa, Pico de Gallo and Frijoles de la Olla. An eye-opening fact – Mexican don't like their food hot. They use fresh chili and other spices to create a flavor that lingers in your mouth.
Mexican food is great for those who are Gluten Intolerant as they use Corn instead of wheat in most of their dishes. Also, you can easily find many beans based Mexican dishes. Another dish which didn't get similar glory as tacos or nachos is the Mexican hot chocolate. If you love something hot on a chilly day, then go for Mexican Hot Chocolate. On merry days, you can enjoy the authentic Mexican Drinks like Tequila, Mezcal, Tecuí, Sotol, Bacanora, Charanda, Posh O Pox, Puebla and Pulque. Mexican Cuisine is for people who enjoy strong drinks and hearty meals.
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Douglas J.
I had a carnitas burrito. It was adequate. The size was large (2" across and at least 10" long). The carnitas itself was not stellar but tasty. It was pork that had been sliced into "wheels" and then warmed up on the grill. El Patron in San Diego has superior carnitas, but this wasn't bad. And the service was friendly and attentive. The price was good.
(4)Patricia S.
Have been to this restaurant several times and never been disappointed with the food or service. Not too much ambiance but the food is excellent! Breakfast burritos are delicious and inexpensive. Lunch and dinners also very tasty and generous portions. Some dishes can be quite spicy but my family loves it. Would reccommend this place to anyone who craves authentic mexican cuisine
(5)Amy B.
We LOVE El Pueblito!! It has been a challenge to find quality Mexican food in our area as restaurants come and go, but El Pueblito is the REAL DEAL!! Not to mention the service is always great! Some of our favorites include the Pueblito Burrito, any of the breakfast burritos and their enchiladas. And don't forget to try their spicy guacamole. It is SO GOOD! Please go as often as you can! We can't let this one go down!
(5)Monica G.
While I like it, the portion is HUGE! And super tasty.
(4)Anne J.
No ambiance, but the tacos are delicious. Try everything!
(5)Charlie A.
Oh my goodness this place was the bomb. We ordered a bacon bfast burrito, bowl of menudo, and a tamale for $12... The burrito was easily two burritos in one, the bacon inside wasn't strips, but delicious thick, crunchy and just the right amount of chew bacon pieces and not greasy! I ate it with some great Green salsa from their salsa bar. My fiancée and I easily could've shared the burrito and been happy and stuffed. The interior was very clean also. They were also so extremely friendly!!! We will be back!
(5)M S.
UPDATE (August 1, 2015): Tacos saw a 25cent price increase (reflected below) ... but still overhwhelmingly worth it! --------------------------------------------------Â------------------------------ I've only been here for lunch because it's not too far from work... wish I LIVED closer because this place is probably my favorite "dive" for authentic tacos. I have tried their barbacoa, carne asada, carnitas, and el pastor tacos; and aslo their red chili entree. All were very good, but the tacos were outstanding... and (now) only $2.75 each. For every taco, the meats are grilled-to-order; they come piled high with LOTS of meat; guacamole, and pico de gallo (bascially a "dry" salsa comprised of chopped onions, tomatoes, cilantro and a few other things). All of this is included in the $2.75. Their additional salsas (green, red, hot, mild) are also very good, but you won't need them because the taco is so good "as-is"! Generally, 2-3 tacos will satisfy the average woman and 3-4 of these larger-than-average soft tacos will fill the average guy. Ambiance is typical "dive" with very simple offerings for seating and tables. The venue has approximately 7-8 tables indoors and 3-4 on the front patio. Parking is ample/free in the form of a shared strip-mall lot that includes several other small eateries. There are no "waiters" but the counter staff and chef have always been warm and friendly. Drinks are fountain style (self-serve) and include one of my favorite guilty pleasures: apple soda. They also have plain seltzer water from the fountain dispensers. The salsa and fixings bar is readily self-serve with a fresh variety of sauces and pico de gallos. I highly recommend this place.
(5)Jason N.
For a town with a plethora of Mexican food options, one must do something exceptional to stand out. And while Taqueria El Pueblito was great, what really makes it resonate in my memory is the fact that I can get two burritos in one value meal. Not one, but TWO burritos. Now that's something worth coming back for. Now for the food, I ordered two carne asada burritos and the flavor of the meat was actually surprisingly impressive. Not that I had severely low expectations (the vast majority of reviews on here are overwhelmingly positive), but I am always a bit apprehensive about trying different Mexican restaurants in this town due to the fact that so many come off as cookie cutter and / or generic. However, this place delivers on flavor, service and value. I mean, cmon... TWO (quality) BURRITOS in one meal. SOLD
(4)Carlos P.
Excellent chorizo burrito and salsa bar. The staff was friendly at all times and seemed to take pride in their service. I really like the atmosphere inside this restaurant. I will be a returning customer during my time in Tucson.
(5)Adam F.
There is something about the restaurants that occupy the shopping center on the southwest corner of Campbell and Ft. Lowell. Normally, a Taqueria wouldn't fit in any kind of shopping center. These places typically fare better as food courts or in their own building. Somehow, Taqueria El Pueblito has managed to fit itself into this center. That is good thing for you and me. It is very clean and neat inside. They use ipads as a cash register which is really cool. The salsa bar not only has a sneeze guard, but has covers so that it remains fresh and germs are not spread. I enjoy any place that you can watch your food being made. It took a little long to get the food, but they make their food from scratch. The beans were tasty, the tacos were juicy, and the salsas were unique. Their guacamole salsa had an interesting heat to it. At first you don't feel the heat, but after thirty seconds, it kicks into full gear! Even though I never experienced such a delay with salsa, it was too good and had to keep having it. I wish they had the cucumbers like most other Taqueria's, but that's not a make-or-break. I hope this location works out for the people of this restaurant. Overall, this place is worth more visits!
(4)Lea M.
This place is really good. The barbacoa tacos are amazing. The rice and beans are pretty darn good, too. The carne asada taco is pretty standard, like you would get at any other place but the portions are definitely more generous. There is also a salsa bar with hot salsa that's actually hot, a green salsa, guac, lime, onions, and pico. Very tasty. They also have Pepsi products as well as the arroz con leche products. The inside is clean and nicely painted with plenty of seating and not dingy like some of the other taco places. They also have free WiFi which is nice. I will definitely be back to try more things on their menu.
(5)Ekta P.
Chorizo breakfast burrito is super yummy! I agree with several other reviews -- big portions and cheap prices for the burritos!
(4)tony f.
If you want a great burrito, come on in. If you want some great tamales, stay far, far away. Only 3 stars as the meal was both great with some really good chorizo burros, wrapped in excellent tortillas, to some really, really bad tamales. I should have stopped the order as I was getting some salsa off the salsa bar and saw the cook one two frozen bags. I then watched with a sad heart as he pulled out out green and red tamales and proceeded to defrost them. The results were as expected as they were horrible with no taste other than freezer burns. You can't label yourself "authentic" when the days fare is still in the ice box. Stick to the burritos and you'll be fine as they really were good.
(3)Roland P.
Best Breakfast Burrito ever and amazing spicy guacamole sauce. The tortilla is thin, grilled and very tasty. I had the sausage, egg and cheese burrito, the filling was very tasty. Add the spicy guacamole sauce and you have the best burrito in Tucson. I'm hooked.
(5)Paul S.
Great burritos and service - food came out very quickly. There are plenty of tables outside to enjoy the weather. Unfortunately, they don't serve beer -- I really wanted one with my carnitas burrito. I will definitely come back here and try some other options, like a torta or tacos.
(4)Austin S.
With all new Mexican joints, I often walk in apprehensive about what I'm about to eat. Taqueria el Pueblito was a wonderful surprise. We both ordered chimichangas and found that they were crisp, large, and covered in enchilada sauce for no extra charge. Both the chicken and carne asada were delicious. Yum! The salsa bar has several tasty options and the restaurant was very clean. My only criticism is that real silverware would have been appreciated when dining in, since the plates are not disposable. Otherwise, we were delighted with both the food and service. We'll return soon!
(5)Brian G.
This place is a gem in Tucson. There are hundreds of fast food Mexican restaurants in Tucson but this one stands out. I have been here a few times and never been disappointed. The el pueblito burrito is delicious. I showed up this morning at 730 and realized they don't open until 8. An employee, possibly the owner, came out and said we are not open, but I will cook for you. It was delicious as always. Go here. You won't be disappointed. They are a gem in a saturated Mexican food market.
(5)Michael D.
I read the review in Tucson Weekly and stopped and had a carne asada torta. The bread was warm and slightly toasted chock full of "just off the grill" meat and the trimmings included a schmear of guac, onions and whatever else you can stick on it from the well done salsa bar. The place was clean and tidy. We were even asked as we left how the food was by the staff. They have a full Mexican menu. Definitely coming back!!
(5)Molly H.
Okay, I don't mean to wax poetic here but this is the real deal. This is fresh scrambled eggs, generous hunks of bacon, a balanced amount of perfectly cooked potatoes, just enough cheese to hold it all together, and an enormous fresh tortilla bundling it like a small swaddled infant. This is the platonic form of breakfast burrito. I'll briefly mention the salsas which have just enough acidity and spice to play off the richness of the burrito. The star was a smooth guacamole from the bar with a real kick. Watch out, gringos! This ain't your guac from the suburbs. Look no further for your breakfast burritos. Cast aside your Nico's, your Los Betos, and dare I even say it - your Ponchos. Because we have arrived.
(5)Bianca A.
This place is so great! Last weekend we woke up a little hungover and wanted food but couldn't decide what. Obviously not wanting to drive far and be out in the heat very long we looked into our closest options. This taqueria came up and we decided to give it a try. After going in and spending several minutes going over their menu we decided to get the crab stuffed fried jalapenos, al pastor torta, supreme flautas, a pint of menudo, 3 different tacos and a Mexican soda to drink while we waited. Everything was made fresh and tasted awesome and the wait was next to nothing, we hadn't even finished our soda before we were called up for our order. It was enough food to last us the rest of the day and we enjoyed every bit of it. While I am not a menudo fan I was told it was delicious. I think the torta was my favorite, the meat was perfectly spiced and tender. We will definitely be back for more soon!
(5)Tracy L.
I love the spice baby. Muy bueno! I'll drive here from now on for a breakfast burrito. No where have i found a breakfast burro so good they are deelish... Barbacoa burro...mmmmmmmmmmmm Thanks so much for making good food!
(5)Julie K.
If you love Mexican food, fresh ingredients , great value, you must eat here. Everyone has a favorite taqueria, but seriously if you haven't eaten here your life is incomplete. So many choices, all fabulous. Three words: Rajas con Crema. Life changing. Breakfast burritos are large, just what you need to start the day. Any day. The fresh salsa bar is awesome.....did someone say flan? Midtown location, easy to get to from everywhere. Give it a try, you'll thank yourself!
(5)Jessie B.
Good Food; nice people and lovely outdoor setting are on Campbell. A lovely neighborhood spot
(4)Kathy B.
Yummy!! We arrived a little prior to them opening (we are on vacation and still on edt) the owner waved us in. Gave us samples when asked what was good. We chose 2 burritos to share. Full of flavor and great service. Family run very casual. Love the salsa bar and hot carrots. Thanks for a great experience!!
(5)Marina M.
One of the things I miss most from my hometown in Texas is breakfast tacos from this place called Laredo Taco Company. This business does not even have their own storefronts and instead the tacos stands are located inside of Valero gas stations. Yes, tacos from a gas station. The flour tortillas are made on site, by Mexican ladies, as are the fillings which are varied, authentic, and delicious. There has never been a time when I go back home and don't have breakfast tacos from Laredo Taco. They're that important to me. I've often complained that I can't find something similar here in Tucson. I feel like I can now quit my cryin' (for the most part) thanks to El Pueblito. Their burritos are very similar to those tacos in Texas I love. The tortilla is fresh and authentic and so are the fillings. There are only a few fillings for the breakfast burritos but it'll do. Burritos + salsa from salsa bar = yummy. The burritos are cheap and huuuge. I ate half of mine and it ruined lunch for me. You get a lot for your money here. The place itself is very homely, but you're coming here for the burritos anyway, not for ambiance. El Pueblito is a winner!
(4)Minh L.
I come here every morning for a breakfast burrito. No one can compare. Plus they give great recommendations if you're new or not use to Mexican food. Staffs and cook are also very nice.
(5)Kamryn C.
My favorite taqueria in Tucson. I went regularly when they were conveniently located by my place at the Mercado, and I've made the trip several times to their new location. In my opinion, they have the best breakfast burrito in town. I'm a simple girl, so I prefer egg, potato, and cheese, but everything is the right proportions and cooked well. My boyfriend always gets the Zacatecas burrito, and he's as obsessed as I am. I like that the new location has a small salsa bar, so that I can load up on it- I'm a salsa fiend. The traditional red and green salsas have been offered for year, but the new avocado salsa is awesome, and spicy. The combination of the food and service, which is always friendly, fast, and efficient, separates this place from the other taquerias in the area.
(5)Jack C.
Why did it take me so long to try this place when it's in my neighborhood? First dinner of chicken tacos platinum was delicious. I guess I won't have to drive down to South Tucson anymore.
(4)Anna A.
Here visiting from Denver and we found this place. LOVE the food! Authentic! Yummy recommend here!
(5)Isabella J.
Two words: Breakfast burrito. Go there and order one! Fresh giant flour tortillas stuffed with fresh eggs (not packaged mix), all kinds of potato, cheese, and bacon goodness. Do it! Portion size is spot on, the red salsa pairs perfectly and it's a family run joint. Not all their dishes are as good as the breakfast burrito, but they do burros well.
(4)Gloria V.
Went here on a Monday and there was not a soul inside but we took our chances because of yelp reviews, and I'm glad we did! The tables, floors, walls, and salad bar were all super clean and it was a comfortable place. I got jalapeño poppers and a chorizo burrito that was longer then my arm and an horchata to wash it all down. I later went back for flan, all of this food came out to 12$! Quite a steal for the gigantic proportions! The chorizo had nice chunks of potato and eggs, the jalepeno poppers were cheesy and maybe had crab on the inside? Not sure but at this point who cares, just keep the poppers comin. The flan I have to say was a disappointment as it was not the style I'm used to, however they did advertise their different style of which I forget the name. And the horchata was from a dispenser not from scratch but still was a hit. (Should also note there were no coke products, only Pepsi products, I know that's a real deal breaker for some people) My friends got the supreme flautas, chimichanga, and quesadilla. I should mention all of our food was out in 5 minutes, seriously, they give jimmy johns a run for their money. We all nibbled from each others plates and I will say that the guac on the flautas had so much flavor and was a bit spicy, but definitely a highlight of the meal. The workers were beyond kind and friendly as well, everything you'd want from a taqueria.
(5)Tricia K.
Great food. Helpful service. Tasty, delicious, yummy... not sure how many more adjectives I can put in here! Get the green chile pork tacos - you won't be disappointed.
(5)Selenne Y.
This place is very clean and that is a plus. The food is great and reasonable prices :) have anything you want.....you won't regret it. For appetizer try the jalapeño poppers and breakfast burritos ;)
(5)Candace U.
I had the two taco taco combo plate, carne asada was excellent, that i reccomend...fish taco, was okay...would go elsewhere if i wanted fish tacos, but wasn't bad. The rice was actually cooked well, most other places the rice is hard. Beans were okay. I would give it another try to support local, would still pick over Nico's.
(3)Be S.
Had the taco dorado de Barbacoa without pico, was very good. Soft taco de carne Asada, I think with one I would've been full. Skip the Al pastor, was too sweet for my taste.
(4)Dev B.
The breakfast burritos are my go-to. Get them with rajas con crema; you'll not be disappointed. Also the chilaquiles are really the best I've had in Tucson. They aren't Sonoran, like most Mexican places in town, but Jaliscan instead. So that's another thing about this place that makes it a gem.
(5)Tiger A.
So happy to have found this place. Beautiful pork chili verde burrito enchilada style that eclipsed many years of good chili verde, but it is spicy! Be sure to have a horchata and end with some flan to kill the heat. The traffic indicates the menudo must also be top notch. I'll come back next time I'm in Tucson,
(5)Courtney M.
Excellent breakfast burrito - the chorizo is the best - TONS of meat. The bacon is also good, but trust me - the chorizo is better!! I can't speak for anything else, as I always order the breakfast burrito - portions are huge and prices are awesome! Not to mention the fact they were totally cool with me having my pup with me - they even brought her out a bowl of water :) Will definitely be back for more!!
(4)Carne A.
Simply amazing food that is made with great care by family. I was always pretty happy w Nico's green chile, but this place takes it to a new level!! The barbacoa, beans, carne asada and guacamole hot sauce is DA BEST! Absolutely worth the trip, wherever you may be.
(5)Bleep S.
A new discovery. May I recommend the barbacoa taco in a crispy corn tortilla. Very nice carne asada taco. Beans are excellent. Salsa bar with exceedingly fresh offerings is a plus. I will be back.
(4)John Y.
The menudo is L-E-G-I-T. Came here early on Sunday morning, and the mom and pop nature of the joint is refreshing. And any restaurant where the grandma is calling the shots is a good sign. Oh, did I mention the menudo?
(5)Abe M.
Everyone is real nice and this is more of a "higher End" joint. We will see how good the food is....Follow-up: one of the best breakfast burritos I have ever have, me and my girl both agree, we have our new spot! We're new to the T, but we're from the PHX and we KNOW BB'S!!! & THE PLACE IS NICE!
(5)Jim K.
Oh where do I begin? This was outstanding Mexican food. So far this is the best of any Mexican food we have had in Tucson. I had three different types of meat tacos with beans and rice. My wife had a taco and enchilada plate with rice and beans. My wife usually does not eat her beans but loved these. It was a clean place and you can see the kitchen/cooking area. The salsa bar was good with a few different salsas and stuff. Very clean restrooms and super friendly staff. The flan and churros were also tasty. This place is located on the corner of Fort Lowell and Campbell. It faces Campbell between Baggins and the Jack n The Box
(5)Cyrus A.
Great spot for a hearty burrito! Breakfast you have a new champion! Welcome and thanks for the fantastic burrito.
(5)Charlene T.
Tried this place because of the awesome Yelp reviews and there was a Living Social offer. We went for breakfast and I'm pleased to say this place is well deserving of it's almost 5 star Yelp rating! The breakfast burritos were huge and came wrapped in a fresh, homemade, delicious flour tortilla. The whole family is a big fan and we'll definitely be making frequent trips here! I can't wait to try their lunch/dinner choices!
(5)Vanessa W.
Woke up this morning after being gone for weeks and have no groceries so stopped by to pick up breakfast burritos. Delicious and reasonably priced. The salsa and guacamole were perfectly spicy, tortillas fresh and mouth watering. The whole family (even the 5 & 7 year old) are full and happy.
(5)Frank Y.
I really liked the place a lot, I've had everything from the breakfast burrito to the torta to the menudo. The menudo is red, I like white menudo, but for red, it was great. They were super generous about the carne and all the sides from limes to salsa's were available at their topping bar, but the service was awesome and that's what brings me back, plus their food has been consistently good, that's one thing I look for.
(4)Angie B.
Hungry for good Mexican food on a Sunday, when El Saguarito is closed, I saw a "now open" sign for Taqueria El Pueblito. I slammed the brakes and made the car tires squeal as I flung the car into the parking lot. Housed in the old La Salsa location, El Pueblito is a fast casual Mexican food restaurant a step above Nico's/Taco Shop Co/etc. I was delighted to find a plethora of choices--I couldn't figure out if I wanted the chilaquiles, chicken enchiladas or the Pueblitos Super Fries. I went with the chicken enchilada combo. It was a little bit of heaven on earth. Spicy, but not too spicy, with thick pieces of shredded chicken. The rice was thick and starchy, and mixed well with the slightly refried beans. What I think I loved most was the lack of overt grease. While it wasn't the healthiest meal in the world, I felt as though I wasn't putting unnecessary extra grease in my body. They had a TV with World Cup coverage on, and the staff was friendly, coming over to check on me, discussing the menu as I ate and answering questions. I'm happy to have a new neighborhood Mexican food restaurant in town, and can't wait to go back to try the chilaquiles!
(5)Cassandra S.
Amazing breakfast burrito! Very friendly staff, cute little restaurant , and very fresh food! Definitely will be back for more.
(5)Jon K.
A few weeks ago I saw that El Pueblito had opened and, having been a little disappointed with the other mexican options in the area, I decided to try it. I'd say this is definitely the best authentic taqueria in the north Campbell area. You know its good when they serve menudo, chicharron, and cabeza. I'm very glad I did, I've been going back ever since. They have burritos the size of your forearm, great tamales and tacos, and the breakfast plates are a fantastic quality and value. They have a special every day. I recommend Taqueria el Pueblito to all my friends. Stop in, you won't be disappointed.
(5)Bel F.
Really good food. We've tried the bacon breakfast burrito, Carne Asada, and steak breakfast burrito and they were all good. The place is really clean. The staff are very friendly. And the price is comparable to other Taqueria.
(5)Emily M.
Almost better than Nico's. This place has a better menu and they have a decent salsa bar! The only thing the Taqueria is missing is a drive thru window. I'll be back!
(4)Christopher G.
This is a fantastic restaurant. I love their burritos and their spicy guacamole is delicious.
(5)Q D.
This place is way overrated, one definitely gets the sense they hired somebody to achieve that. Fish tacos featured frozen fishstick-esq patties much to big for the tortilla. The crab and jalapeño poppers were just a breaded mash that came out of a bag, not as one would hope, an actual jalapeño stuffed with cheese. Tamale was ok, but no better than something you'd buy from a grocery store parking lot. Thoroughly underwhelming from start to finish.
(2)Daniel E.
Menudo and Barbacoa Crispy Taco were amazing and I can't wait to try the chilaquiles and homemade flan. Service is excellent. Just be aware that the location is on the Campbell Road side of the shopping center even though the address is Fort Lowell.
(5)T C.
This little place popped up recently in the neighborhood right next to a chain sandwich place and from service to salsa is fantastic. The chicken enchiladas are tasty, covered in green green sauce. and come with nice sides. It's family owned and while ordering you'll often see the mother cooking stuff at the stove from fresh ingredients. This is a new incarnation of the same place and people that used to be on Congress and is a welcome fresh, homestyle option from the greasy drunchy food of Nico's. Friends have had and enjoyed breakfast burritos, tostadas, and barbacoa. Oh, like others said, nice vibrant full flavor salsa bar. Go vote for a family owned local business with a luch that will make you smile.
(5)John A.
This is fast Mexican food, but don't think it's Mexican fast food. These folks are fast and efficient and get your order out stat. But the food is consistently high quality. Several reviewers have said El Pueblito is better than Los Betos, etc. That sets the bar way too low. The food here, in my considered opinion, is on a par with the best Mexican in Tucson and better than some of the Old Established Everybody Says They are So Good When They Really Aren't That Good establishments (naming no names, but you know who you are El Charro). Went there when it was in the Westside Mercado San Agustin and liked it, but I think they have kicked it up two notches since they moved to the new location. The food is said to be Jalisco style, which to me seems to mean not exactly your standard Sonoran, but pretty close. Think kissing cousins. Anyway, it's good, which is the important thing. I've been to El Pueblito with various people, my spouse many times, but also friends, and have gotten feedback from others, including my daughter and my son-in-law. The only complaint ever was from said son-in-law, who said that his Chimi was too big to finish at one sitting. Please note: this is a big guy who spends a lot of time on his bike and at the gym. One friend, raised on her mother's cooking (mom from Hermosillo )and who has very high standards, especially for the basics, liked the place a lot. . El Pueblito is the only restaurant where I ever saw her finish both the beans and the rice. They get the little things right. Haven't tried nearly everything on the menu, mostly because I really like the tacos al pastor and usually order those. But mi esposa is very, very picky about chiles rellenos and she gives a definite thumbs up to El Pueblito's. I have also grazed off various combo plates and never encountered anything less than good. This place is a winner. For food. For service. And for cleanliness (at least, so I've been told, but as a man this can't be seen as too important). This is the kind of restaurant that deserves to succeed. Try it. I guarantee you'll like it. Unless, of course, you don't like Mexican food. In which case, why are you reading this review? ( :
(5)Matthew F.
The food was less than spectacular but the service is amazing. They are very fast and really friendly. I overall did enjoy the experience but the bacon, egg, and potatoe burrito tasted rather cheap. I'm certainly going to be coming back to try other foods though.
(3)Thomas R.
Great food but they overcharged me hardcore. Basically i ordered two enchiladas al a carte with rice, beans and sour cream. I did not want the 3 enchilada meal that came with rice and beans. So they ended up charging me for each thing separately which ended up being WAY more expensive than the meal with more food. They didnt inform me when I was ordering and a meal for 2 ended up being about 35$ after tip, when it should have been right around $20.
(3)Randy S.
Terrible terrible food. Carne asada was like jerky and very small. Never knew Mexicans made bad Carne. Sad.
(1)Ryan G.
Really great! Fast and fresh, plenty of food and very reasonably priced! The barbacoa and pastor were both delicious.
(5)Cindy N.
I wish I could give it more stars. The hubby enjoyed it more than I did. We had a living social coupon so this was the catalyst to bring us here. Although, as always, I checked on Yelp and it got really good reviews. So with that in mind I knew I had to try this out and see what all the 5 stars are about. The menu for the combos did not have any of the dishes I like so I asked if I could substitute one for the other. Prices being the same on all the combos. We were told we couldn't. Also, they charge $3.00 bucks for the chips and salsa. The salsa was so mild I even wanted to put some salt in it to give it some flavor. It seems the menu is pretty awesome for breakfast with a big array of meats and eggs. I ordered the one enchilada, one burrito with rice and beans. It was just OK. I'd say average tasting. Hubby had the Chili Relleno Burrito. I never saw that as a combination in any restaurant that I have been to. He also had the soft taco barbacoa. He did enjoy both dishes. The menu is pretty extensive with 13 combo plates. Lots of sides. The soft tacos are really inexpensive ($2.50) and it was a fairly large taco for the price. They have flautas, tostadas, tortas, enchiladas, burritos, Apparently, those who love Menudo say it is wonderful. I once tried it and hated it. But that is just me. I suppose it is good for a hangover. It is a fast food restaurant with some outdoor seating in the front. The seating is a little uncomfortable inside because the chairs are stationery so if you are vertically challenged you have to sit at the tip of the chair and not have your back against anything. Bad news if you are short.
(3)Tim J.
barbacoa with the crispy tortilla is excellent! It's spicy which makes it even better! Good friendly service and fast too. Could be central tucsons new gem!
(5)Scott K.
This is the same taqueria that was at mercado San Agustin! Had the pueblito and the barbacoa burros. Same as before, the food is flavorful and much higher quality than say, nicos. Now they have indoor and patio seating plus a modest salsa bar. If you like fast Mexican, taqueria el pueblito should be your go to every time!
(5)Toemoss A.
Great burritos they're simple and nothing fancy the chorizo is spicy goes good with their hot guacamole. It's simple inside they've put up some TVs, clean and casual. (Wifi)
(5)Shelley K.
Great food and good value. We eat here at least once a week, as often three times a week. I love their breakfast burritos, zacatecas burrito with sour cream-no guac, and just had some great pueblito nachos last night. The horchata is pretty good too! I don't normally like flan, but really their version. It'a an awesome family run business that I'm proud to support.
(5)Ellis H.
I know most people judge taquerillas by their carme asada I judge them by their beans. These weren't instant :-). I also had a chorizo torta; the chorizo had a very rich and balanced spice level, the tomatoes, onions and guacamole were fresh, and the bread was toasted and crisp. If you do not have a tongue for spicy food I'd recommend you ask them to squeeze some lime juice and sour cream on the chorizo. The staff were nice and the restaurant was very clean. There were other items on the menu that looked really good, but I only had a smaller appetite today. For example they have a burrito called a Zacatecan, it has Carne Asada AND Bacon, (¿¡Qué!?) An added plus is that this place is local. I'll definitely be back again.
(5)Gerg P.
Pretty....pretty....good! Good for morning b'fast and take out. Avo hot sauce is tasty n good-n-hot!!! Steak burro good meat n flavor, bacon burro verrrrry good, service above par, ample sizes, good pricing, better then most Taco shops on St. Marys road, well worth the drive. Would diffidently make the drive from the JW Marriott in Star Pass to eat here, and it's close to Prep and Pastry too!
(4)Dan L.
Really simple food is the best! Everything our party of five ate was very happily devoured. Really good flavors, great crispy edges on the carnitas, good salsa. A happy place. Very nice owners also.
(4)Rohit T.
Awesome burritos with huge portions for a very reasonable price. I've tried a few different ones and they've all been impressive. I might have to go back for that bacon breakfast burrito on a regular basis... The spicy guacamole salsa is the best - it's tasty and has a unique kick.
(5)Chris C.
This place is awesome. Nicos who? Los bestos huh? Taco shop what? Definitely spend your hard earned $ here!
(5)Chris W.
After a 2 month trip with no Mexican food I needed a fix. We went early for breakfast burritos. They were fantastically filling. It's like Nicos in form but much better. Very good tortilla. Bacon egg cheese potato mixed well. Then on the side were spicy guac crema. Red/green salsa. It was very good. They were friendly. We will be back for more.
(4)Chris T.
so many positive reviews but in the end...no, just no should've known something was wrong when I walked in. empty. got the 2 taco plate (barbacoa & carne asada) beans & rice with a dr pepper on the side. I'm sorry to say that not one single food or drink item here was good. first & last time. was hopeful too, shame.
(1)Mike W.
My god,this place is phenomenal! The prices a very reasonable and the food is to die for. Great variety - something to please everyone. You have to try the Zacatecas burrito. It is loaded including bacon! Too good to believe! Friendly staff, salsa bar and fast service. You owe it to yourself to try this place. I do wish they had Root Beer in their drink fountain. I will definitely go back again and again.
(5)Ryan H.
Great location, price points, and most importantly...food! I had the two burrito combo with rice and beans. You can mix and match meats and I went with the al pastor and barbacoa. The former was very tasty, the latter was probably the best barbacoa I've had. The menu is priced like Nicos, and the tastes are on par with el Charro. What's not to love?
(5)April D.
Nailbanger Here Again: This is my first visit to this Restaurant and will not be the last for sure. This place has some off the hook Barbacoa. I had the Chimichanga w Beans and the wife and son had Taco Chicken and Shredded Beef ,all out standing. They offer a pretty good variety of items. The salsa bar is awesome. The price are very reasonable. They have clean and up to date bathrooms and plenty of well lighted parking. Looking forward to my next visit.
(4)Michael C.
Found this place when they were downtown. I was sad when they closed their downtown business. But I was elated when I found them nearer to where I live. Now off Campbell and Ft Lowell. Same awesome food and great service. I like the Carne Asada plate. Lean and tasty. Great Mexican food.
(5)Anna A.
Here visiting from Denver and we found this place. LOVE the food! Authentic! Yummy recommend here!
(5)Isabella J.
Two words: Breakfast burrito. Go there and order one! Fresh giant flour tortillas stuffed with fresh eggs (not packaged mix), all kinds of potato, cheese, and bacon goodness. Do it! Portion size is spot on, the red salsa pairs perfectly and it's a family run joint. Not all their dishes are as good as the breakfast burrito, but they do burros well.
(4)Gloria V.
Went here on a Monday and there was not a soul inside but we took our chances because of yelp reviews, and I'm glad we did! The tables, floors, walls, and salad bar were all super clean and it was a comfortable place. I got jalapeño poppers and a chorizo burrito that was longer then my arm and an horchata to wash it all down. I later went back for flan, all of this food came out to 12$! Quite a steal for the gigantic proportions! The chorizo had nice chunks of potato and eggs, the jalepeno poppers were cheesy and maybe had crab on the inside? Not sure but at this point who cares, just keep the poppers comin. The flan I have to say was a disappointment as it was not the style I'm used to, however they did advertise their different style of which I forget the name. And the horchata was from a dispenser not from scratch but still was a hit. (Should also note there were no coke products, only Pepsi products, I know that's a real deal breaker for some people) My friends got the supreme flautas, chimichanga, and quesadilla. I should mention all of our food was out in 5 minutes, seriously, they give jimmy johns a run for their money. We all nibbled from each others plates and I will say that the guac on the flautas had so much flavor and was a bit spicy, but definitely a highlight of the meal. The workers were beyond kind and friendly as well, everything you'd want from a taqueria.
(5)Monica G.
While I like it, the portion is HUGE! And super tasty.
(4)Tricia K.
Great food. Helpful service. Tasty, delicious, yummy... not sure how many more adjectives I can put in here! Get the green chile pork tacos - you won't be disappointed.
(5)Selenne Y.
This place is very clean and that is a plus. The food is great and reasonable prices :) have anything you want.....you won't regret it. For appetizer try the jalapeño poppers and breakfast burritos ;)
(5)Candace U.
I had the two taco taco combo plate, carne asada was excellent, that i reccomend...fish taco, was okay...would go elsewhere if i wanted fish tacos, but wasn't bad. The rice was actually cooked well, most other places the rice is hard. Beans were okay. I would give it another try to support local, would still pick over Nico's.
(3)Be S.
Had the taco dorado de Barbacoa without pico, was very good. Soft taco de carne Asada, I think with one I would've been full. Skip the Al pastor, was too sweet for my taste.
(4)Kamryn C.
My favorite taqueria in Tucson. I went regularly when they were conveniently located by my place at the Mercado, and I've made the trip several times to their new location. In my opinion, they have the best breakfast burrito in town. I'm a simple girl, so I prefer egg, potato, and cheese, but everything is the right proportions and cooked well. My boyfriend always gets the Zacatecas burrito, and he's as obsessed as I am. I like that the new location has a small salsa bar, so that I can load up on it- I'm a salsa fiend. The traditional red and green salsas have been offered for year, but the new avocado salsa is awesome, and spicy. The combination of the food and service, which is always friendly, fast, and efficient, separates this place from the other taquerias in the area.
(5)Jack C.
Why did it take me so long to try this place when it's in my neighborhood? First dinner of chicken tacos platinum was delicious. I guess I won't have to drive down to South Tucson anymore.
(4)Austin S.
With all new Mexican joints, I often walk in apprehensive about what I'm about to eat. Taqueria el Pueblito was a wonderful surprise. We both ordered chimichangas and found that they were crisp, large, and covered in enchilada sauce for no extra charge. Both the chicken and carne asada were delicious. Yum! The salsa bar has several tasty options and the restaurant was very clean. My only criticism is that real silverware would have been appreciated when dining in, since the plates are not disposable. Otherwise, we were delighted with both the food and service. We'll return soon!
(5)Bianca A.
This place is so great! Last weekend we woke up a little hungover and wanted food but couldn't decide what. Obviously not wanting to drive far and be out in the heat very long we looked into our closest options. This taqueria came up and we decided to give it a try. After going in and spending several minutes going over their menu we decided to get the crab stuffed fried jalapenos, al pastor torta, supreme flautas, a pint of menudo, 3 different tacos and a Mexican soda to drink while we waited. Everything was made fresh and tasted awesome and the wait was next to nothing, we hadn't even finished our soda before we were called up for our order. It was enough food to last us the rest of the day and we enjoyed every bit of it. While I am not a menudo fan I was told it was delicious. I think the torta was my favorite, the meat was perfectly spiced and tender. We will definitely be back for more soon!
(5)Tracy L.
I love the spice baby. Muy bueno! I'll drive here from now on for a breakfast burrito. No where have i found a breakfast burro so good they are deelish... Barbacoa burro...mmmmmmmmmmmm Thanks so much for making good food!
(5)Julie K.
If you love Mexican food, fresh ingredients , great value, you must eat here. Everyone has a favorite taqueria, but seriously if you haven't eaten here your life is incomplete. So many choices, all fabulous. Three words: Rajas con Crema. Life changing. Breakfast burritos are large, just what you need to start the day. Any day. The fresh salsa bar is awesome.....did someone say flan? Midtown location, easy to get to from everywhere. Give it a try, you'll thank yourself!
(5)Marina M.
One of the things I miss most from my hometown in Texas is breakfast tacos from this place called Laredo Taco Company. This business does not even have their own storefronts and instead the tacos stands are located inside of Valero gas stations. Yes, tacos from a gas station. The flour tortillas are made on site, by Mexican ladies, as are the fillings which are varied, authentic, and delicious. There has never been a time when I go back home and don't have breakfast tacos from Laredo Taco. They're that important to me. I've often complained that I can't find something similar here in Tucson. I feel like I can now quit my cryin' (for the most part) thanks to El Pueblito. Their burritos are very similar to those tacos in Texas I love. The tortilla is fresh and authentic and so are the fillings. There are only a few fillings for the breakfast burritos but it'll do. Burritos + salsa from salsa bar = yummy. The burritos are cheap and huuuge. I ate half of mine and it ruined lunch for me. You get a lot for your money here. The place itself is very homely, but you're coming here for the burritos anyway, not for ambiance. El Pueblito is a winner!
(4)Minh L.
I come here every morning for a breakfast burrito. No one can compare. Plus they give great recommendations if you're new or not use to Mexican food. Staffs and cook are also very nice.
(5)Anne J.
No ambiance, but the tacos are delicious. Try everything!
(5)Dev B.
The breakfast burritos are my go-to. Get them with rajas con crema; you'll not be disappointed. Also the chilaquiles are really the best I've had in Tucson. They aren't Sonoran, like most Mexican places in town, but Jaliscan instead. So that's another thing about this place that makes it a gem.
(5)Tiger A.
So happy to have found this place. Beautiful pork chili verde burrito enchilada style that eclipsed many years of good chili verde, but it is spicy! Be sure to have a horchata and end with some flan to kill the heat. The traffic indicates the menudo must also be top notch. I'll come back next time I'm in Tucson,
(5)Jessie B.
Good Food; nice people and lovely outdoor setting are on Campbell. A lovely neighborhood spot
(4)Charlie A.
Oh my goodness this place was the bomb. We ordered a bacon bfast burrito, bowl of menudo, and a tamale for $12... The burrito was easily two burritos in one, the bacon inside wasn't strips, but delicious thick, crunchy and just the right amount of chew bacon pieces and not greasy! I ate it with some great Green salsa from their salsa bar. My fiancée and I easily could've shared the burrito and been happy and stuffed. The interior was very clean also. They were also so extremely friendly!!! We will be back!
(5)Brian G.
This place is a gem in Tucson. There are hundreds of fast food Mexican restaurants in Tucson but this one stands out. I have been here a few times and never been disappointed. The el pueblito burrito is delicious. I showed up this morning at 730 and realized they don't open until 8. An employee, possibly the owner, came out and said we are not open, but I will cook for you. It was delicious as always. Go here. You won't be disappointed. They are a gem in a saturated Mexican food market.
(5)M S.
UPDATE (August 1, 2015): Tacos saw a 25cent price increase (reflected below) ... but still overhwhelmingly worth it! --------------------------------------------------Â------------------------------ I've only been here for lunch because it's not too far from work... wish I LIVED closer because this place is probably my favorite "dive" for authentic tacos. I have tried their barbacoa, carne asada, carnitas, and el pastor tacos; and aslo their red chili entree. All were very good, but the tacos were outstanding... and (now) only $2.75 each. For every taco, the meats are grilled-to-order; they come piled high with LOTS of meat; guacamole, and pico de gallo (bascially a "dry" salsa comprised of chopped onions, tomatoes, cilantro and a few other things). All of this is included in the $2.75. Their additional salsas (green, red, hot, mild) are also very good, but you won't need them because the taco is so good "as-is"! Generally, 2-3 tacos will satisfy the average woman and 3-4 of these larger-than-average soft tacos will fill the average guy. Ambiance is typical "dive" with very simple offerings for seating and tables. The venue has approximately 7-8 tables indoors and 3-4 on the front patio. Parking is ample/free in the form of a shared strip-mall lot that includes several other small eateries. There are no "waiters" but the counter staff and chef have always been warm and friendly. Drinks are fountain style (self-serve) and include one of my favorite guilty pleasures: apple soda. They also have plain seltzer water from the fountain dispensers. The salsa and fixings bar is readily self-serve with a fresh variety of sauces and pico de gallos. I highly recommend this place.
(5)Jason N.
For a town with a plethora of Mexican food options, one must do something exceptional to stand out. And while Taqueria El Pueblito was great, what really makes it resonate in my memory is the fact that I can get two burritos in one value meal. Not one, but TWO burritos. Now that's something worth coming back for. Now for the food, I ordered two carne asada burritos and the flavor of the meat was actually surprisingly impressive. Not that I had severely low expectations (the vast majority of reviews on here are overwhelmingly positive), but I am always a bit apprehensive about trying different Mexican restaurants in this town due to the fact that so many come off as cookie cutter and / or generic. However, this place delivers on flavor, service and value. I mean, cmon... TWO (quality) BURRITOS in one meal. SOLD
(4)Carlos P.
Excellent chorizo burrito and salsa bar. The staff was friendly at all times and seemed to take pride in their service. I really like the atmosphere inside this restaurant. I will be a returning customer during my time in Tucson.
(5)Adam F.
There is something about the restaurants that occupy the shopping center on the southwest corner of Campbell and Ft. Lowell. Normally, a Taqueria wouldn't fit in any kind of shopping center. These places typically fare better as food courts or in their own building. Somehow, Taqueria El Pueblito has managed to fit itself into this center. That is good thing for you and me. It is very clean and neat inside. They use ipads as a cash register which is really cool. The salsa bar not only has a sneeze guard, but has covers so that it remains fresh and germs are not spread. I enjoy any place that you can watch your food being made. It took a little long to get the food, but they make their food from scratch. The beans were tasty, the tacos were juicy, and the salsas were unique. Their guacamole salsa had an interesting heat to it. At first you don't feel the heat, but after thirty seconds, it kicks into full gear! Even though I never experienced such a delay with salsa, it was too good and had to keep having it. I wish they had the cucumbers like most other Taqueria's, but that's not a make-or-break. I hope this location works out for the people of this restaurant. Overall, this place is worth more visits!
(4)Lea M.
This place is really good. The barbacoa tacos are amazing. The rice and beans are pretty darn good, too. The carne asada taco is pretty standard, like you would get at any other place but the portions are definitely more generous. There is also a salsa bar with hot salsa that's actually hot, a green salsa, guac, lime, onions, and pico. Very tasty. They also have Pepsi products as well as the arroz con leche products. The inside is clean and nicely painted with plenty of seating and not dingy like some of the other taco places. They also have free WiFi which is nice. I will definitely be back to try more things on their menu.
(5)Ekta P.
Chorizo breakfast burrito is super yummy! I agree with several other reviews -- big portions and cheap prices for the burritos!
(4)tony f.
If you want a great burrito, come on in. If you want some great tamales, stay far, far away. Only 3 stars as the meal was both great with some really good chorizo burros, wrapped in excellent tortillas, to some really, really bad tamales. I should have stopped the order as I was getting some salsa off the salsa bar and saw the cook one two frozen bags. I then watched with a sad heart as he pulled out out green and red tamales and proceeded to defrost them. The results were as expected as they were horrible with no taste other than freezer burns. You can't label yourself "authentic" when the days fare is still in the ice box. Stick to the burritos and you'll be fine as they really were good.
(3)Roland P.
Best Breakfast Burrito ever and amazing spicy guacamole sauce. The tortilla is thin, grilled and very tasty. I had the sausage, egg and cheese burrito, the filling was very tasty. Add the spicy guacamole sauce and you have the best burrito in Tucson. I'm hooked.
(5)Paul S.
Great burritos and service - food came out very quickly. There are plenty of tables outside to enjoy the weather. Unfortunately, they don't serve beer -- I really wanted one with my carnitas burrito. I will definitely come back here and try some other options, like a torta or tacos.
(4)Michael D.
I read the review in Tucson Weekly and stopped and had a carne asada torta. The bread was warm and slightly toasted chock full of "just off the grill" meat and the trimmings included a schmear of guac, onions and whatever else you can stick on it from the well done salsa bar. The place was clean and tidy. We were even asked as we left how the food was by the staff. They have a full Mexican menu. Definitely coming back!!
(5)Molly H.
Okay, I don't mean to wax poetic here but this is the real deal. This is fresh scrambled eggs, generous hunks of bacon, a balanced amount of perfectly cooked potatoes, just enough cheese to hold it all together, and an enormous fresh tortilla bundling it like a small swaddled infant. This is the platonic form of breakfast burrito. I'll briefly mention the salsas which have just enough acidity and spice to play off the richness of the burrito. The star was a smooth guacamole from the bar with a real kick. Watch out, gringos! This ain't your guac from the suburbs. Look no further for your breakfast burritos. Cast aside your Nico's, your Los Betos, and dare I even say it - your Ponchos. Because we have arrived.
(5)Kathy B.
Yummy!! We arrived a little prior to them opening (we are on vacation and still on edt) the owner waved us in. Gave us samples when asked what was good. We chose 2 burritos to share. Full of flavor and great service. Family run very casual. Love the salsa bar and hot carrots. Thanks for a great experience!!
(5)Courtney M.
Excellent breakfast burrito - the chorizo is the best - TONS of meat. The bacon is also good, but trust me - the chorizo is better!! I can't speak for anything else, as I always order the breakfast burrito - portions are huge and prices are awesome! Not to mention the fact they were totally cool with me having my pup with me - they even brought her out a bowl of water :) Will definitely be back for more!!
(4)Carne A.
Simply amazing food that is made with great care by family. I was always pretty happy w Nico's green chile, but this place takes it to a new level!! The barbacoa, beans, carne asada and guacamole hot sauce is DA BEST! Absolutely worth the trip, wherever you may be.
(5)Bleep S.
A new discovery. May I recommend the barbacoa taco in a crispy corn tortilla. Very nice carne asada taco. Beans are excellent. Salsa bar with exceedingly fresh offerings is a plus. I will be back.
(4)John Y.
The menudo is L-E-G-I-T. Came here early on Sunday morning, and the mom and pop nature of the joint is refreshing. And any restaurant where the grandma is calling the shots is a good sign. Oh, did I mention the menudo?
(5)Abe M.
Everyone is real nice and this is more of a "higher End" joint. We will see how good the food is....Follow-up: one of the best breakfast burritos I have ever have, me and my girl both agree, we have our new spot! We're new to the T, but we're from the PHX and we KNOW BB'S!!! & THE PLACE IS NICE!
(5)Jim K.
Oh where do I begin? This was outstanding Mexican food. So far this is the best of any Mexican food we have had in Tucson. I had three different types of meat tacos with beans and rice. My wife had a taco and enchilada plate with rice and beans. My wife usually does not eat her beans but loved these. It was a clean place and you can see the kitchen/cooking area. The salsa bar was good with a few different salsas and stuff. Very clean restrooms and super friendly staff. The flan and churros were also tasty. This place is located on the corner of Fort Lowell and Campbell. It faces Campbell between Baggins and the Jack n The Box
(5)Cyrus A.
Great spot for a hearty burrito! Breakfast you have a new champion! Welcome and thanks for the fantastic burrito.
(5)Charlene T.
Tried this place because of the awesome Yelp reviews and there was a Living Social offer. We went for breakfast and I'm pleased to say this place is well deserving of it's almost 5 star Yelp rating! The breakfast burritos were huge and came wrapped in a fresh, homemade, delicious flour tortilla. The whole family is a big fan and we'll definitely be making frequent trips here! I can't wait to try their lunch/dinner choices!
(5)Vanessa W.
Woke up this morning after being gone for weeks and have no groceries so stopped by to pick up breakfast burritos. Delicious and reasonably priced. The salsa and guacamole were perfectly spicy, tortillas fresh and mouth watering. The whole family (even the 5 & 7 year old) are full and happy.
(5)Frank Y.
I really liked the place a lot, I've had everything from the breakfast burrito to the torta to the menudo. The menudo is red, I like white menudo, but for red, it was great. They were super generous about the carne and all the sides from limes to salsa's were available at their topping bar, but the service was awesome and that's what brings me back, plus their food has been consistently good, that's one thing I look for.
(4)Angie B.
Hungry for good Mexican food on a Sunday, when El Saguarito is closed, I saw a "now open" sign for Taqueria El Pueblito. I slammed the brakes and made the car tires squeal as I flung the car into the parking lot. Housed in the old La Salsa location, El Pueblito is a fast casual Mexican food restaurant a step above Nico's/Taco Shop Co/etc. I was delighted to find a plethora of choices--I couldn't figure out if I wanted the chilaquiles, chicken enchiladas or the Pueblitos Super Fries. I went with the chicken enchilada combo. It was a little bit of heaven on earth. Spicy, but not too spicy, with thick pieces of shredded chicken. The rice was thick and starchy, and mixed well with the slightly refried beans. What I think I loved most was the lack of overt grease. While it wasn't the healthiest meal in the world, I felt as though I wasn't putting unnecessary extra grease in my body. They had a TV with World Cup coverage on, and the staff was friendly, coming over to check on me, discussing the menu as I ate and answering questions. I'm happy to have a new neighborhood Mexican food restaurant in town, and can't wait to go back to try the chilaquiles!
(5)Cassandra S.
Amazing breakfast burrito! Very friendly staff, cute little restaurant , and very fresh food! Definitely will be back for more.
(5)Bel F.
Really good food. We've tried the bacon breakfast burrito, Carne Asada, and steak breakfast burrito and they were all good. The place is really clean. The staff are very friendly. And the price is comparable to other Taqueria.
(5)Q D.
This place is way overrated, one definitely gets the sense they hired somebody to achieve that. Fish tacos featured frozen fishstick-esq patties much to big for the tortilla. The crab and jalapeño poppers were just a breaded mash that came out of a bag, not as one would hope, an actual jalapeño stuffed with cheese. Tamale was ok, but no better than something you'd buy from a grocery store parking lot. Thoroughly underwhelming from start to finish.
(2)Douglas J.
I had a carnitas burrito. It was adequate. The size was large (2" across and at least 10" long). The carnitas itself was not stellar but tasty. It was pork that had been sliced into "wheels" and then warmed up on the grill. El Patron in San Diego has superior carnitas, but this wasn't bad. And the service was friendly and attentive. The price was good.
(4)Jon K.
A few weeks ago I saw that El Pueblito had opened and, having been a little disappointed with the other mexican options in the area, I decided to try it. I'd say this is definitely the best authentic taqueria in the north Campbell area. You know its good when they serve menudo, chicharron, and cabeza. I'm very glad I did, I've been going back ever since. They have burritos the size of your forearm, great tamales and tacos, and the breakfast plates are a fantastic quality and value. They have a special every day. I recommend Taqueria el Pueblito to all my friends. Stop in, you won't be disappointed.
(5)Emily M.
Almost better than Nico's. This place has a better menu and they have a decent salsa bar! The only thing the Taqueria is missing is a drive thru window. I'll be back!
(4)Christopher G.
This is a fantastic restaurant. I love their burritos and their spicy guacamole is delicious.
(5)Matthew F.
The food was less than spectacular but the service is amazing. They are very fast and really friendly. I overall did enjoy the experience but the bacon, egg, and potatoe burrito tasted rather cheap. I'm certainly going to be coming back to try other foods though.
(3)Thomas R.
Great food but they overcharged me hardcore. Basically i ordered two enchiladas al a carte with rice, beans and sour cream. I did not want the 3 enchilada meal that came with rice and beans. So they ended up charging me for each thing separately which ended up being WAY more expensive than the meal with more food. They didnt inform me when I was ordering and a meal for 2 ended up being about 35$ after tip, when it should have been right around $20.
(3)Patricia S.
Have been to this restaurant several times and never been disappointed with the food or service. Not too much ambiance but the food is excellent! Breakfast burritos are delicious and inexpensive. Lunch and dinners also very tasty and generous portions. Some dishes can be quite spicy but my family loves it. Would reccommend this place to anyone who craves authentic mexican cuisine
(5)Amy B.
We LOVE El Pueblito!! It has been a challenge to find quality Mexican food in our area as restaurants come and go, but El Pueblito is the REAL DEAL!! Not to mention the service is always great! Some of our favorites include the Pueblito Burrito, any of the breakfast burritos and their enchiladas. And don't forget to try their spicy guacamole. It is SO GOOD! Please go as often as you can! We can't let this one go down!
(5)Shelley K.
Great food and good value. We eat here at least once a week, as often three times a week. I love their breakfast burritos, zacatecas burrito with sour cream-no guac, and just had some great pueblito nachos last night. The horchata is pretty good too! I don't normally like flan, but really their version. It'a an awesome family run business that I'm proud to support.
(5)Ryan H.
Great location, price points, and most importantly...food! I had the two burrito combo with rice and beans. You can mix and match meats and I went with the al pastor and barbacoa. The former was very tasty, the latter was probably the best barbacoa I've had. The menu is priced like Nicos, and the tastes are on par with el Charro. What's not to love?
(5)April D.
Nailbanger Here Again: This is my first visit to this Restaurant and will not be the last for sure. This place has some off the hook Barbacoa. I had the Chimichanga w Beans and the wife and son had Taco Chicken and Shredded Beef ,all out standing. They offer a pretty good variety of items. The salsa bar is awesome. The price are very reasonable. They have clean and up to date bathrooms and plenty of well lighted parking. Looking forward to my next visit.
(4)Cindy N.
I wish I could give it more stars. The hubby enjoyed it more than I did. We had a living social coupon so this was the catalyst to bring us here. Although, as always, I checked on Yelp and it got really good reviews. So with that in mind I knew I had to try this out and see what all the 5 stars are about. The menu for the combos did not have any of the dishes I like so I asked if I could substitute one for the other. Prices being the same on all the combos. We were told we couldn't. Also, they charge $3.00 bucks for the chips and salsa. The salsa was so mild I even wanted to put some salt in it to give it some flavor. It seems the menu is pretty awesome for breakfast with a big array of meats and eggs. I ordered the one enchilada, one burrito with rice and beans. It was just OK. I'd say average tasting. Hubby had the Chili Relleno Burrito. I never saw that as a combination in any restaurant that I have been to. He also had the soft taco barbacoa. He did enjoy both dishes. The menu is pretty extensive with 13 combo plates. Lots of sides. The soft tacos are really inexpensive ($2.50) and it was a fairly large taco for the price. They have flautas, tostadas, tortas, enchiladas, burritos, Apparently, those who love Menudo say it is wonderful. I once tried it and hated it. But that is just me. I suppose it is good for a hangover. It is a fast food restaurant with some outdoor seating in the front. The seating is a little uncomfortable inside because the chairs are stationery so if you are vertically challenged you have to sit at the tip of the chair and not have your back against anything. Bad news if you are short.
(3)Tim J.
barbacoa with the crispy tortilla is excellent! It's spicy which makes it even better! Good friendly service and fast too. Could be central tucsons new gem!
(5)Scott K.
This is the same taqueria that was at mercado San Agustin! Had the pueblito and the barbacoa burros. Same as before, the food is flavorful and much higher quality than say, nicos. Now they have indoor and patio seating plus a modest salsa bar. If you like fast Mexican, taqueria el pueblito should be your go to every time!
(5)Toemoss A.
Great burritos they're simple and nothing fancy the chorizo is spicy goes good with their hot guacamole. It's simple inside they've put up some TVs, clean and casual. (Wifi)
(5)Michael C.
Found this place when they were downtown. I was sad when they closed their downtown business. But I was elated when I found them nearer to where I live. Now off Campbell and Ft Lowell. Same awesome food and great service. I like the Carne Asada plate. Lean and tasty. Great Mexican food.
(5)John A.
This is fast Mexican food, but don't think it's Mexican fast food. These folks are fast and efficient and get your order out stat. But the food is consistently high quality. Several reviewers have said El Pueblito is better than Los Betos, etc. That sets the bar way too low. The food here, in my considered opinion, is on a par with the best Mexican in Tucson and better than some of the Old Established Everybody Says They are So Good When They Really Aren't That Good establishments (naming no names, but you know who you are El Charro). Went there when it was in the Westside Mercado San Agustin and liked it, but I think they have kicked it up two notches since they moved to the new location. The food is said to be Jalisco style, which to me seems to mean not exactly your standard Sonoran, but pretty close. Think kissing cousins. Anyway, it's good, which is the important thing. I've been to El Pueblito with various people, my spouse many times, but also friends, and have gotten feedback from others, including my daughter and my son-in-law. The only complaint ever was from said son-in-law, who said that his Chimi was too big to finish at one sitting. Please note: this is a big guy who spends a lot of time on his bike and at the gym. One friend, raised on her mother's cooking (mom from Hermosillo )and who has very high standards, especially for the basics, liked the place a lot. . El Pueblito is the only restaurant where I ever saw her finish both the beans and the rice. They get the little things right. Haven't tried nearly everything on the menu, mostly because I really like the tacos al pastor and usually order those. But mi esposa is very, very picky about chiles rellenos and she gives a definite thumbs up to El Pueblito's. I have also grazed off various combo plates and never encountered anything less than good. This place is a winner. For food. For service. And for cleanliness (at least, so I've been told, but as a man this can't be seen as too important). This is the kind of restaurant that deserves to succeed. Try it. I guarantee you'll like it. Unless, of course, you don't like Mexican food. In which case, why are you reading this review? ( :
(5)Randy S.
Terrible terrible food. Carne asada was like jerky and very small. Never knew Mexicans made bad Carne. Sad.
(1)Ryan G.
Really great! Fast and fresh, plenty of food and very reasonably priced! The barbacoa and pastor were both delicious.
(5)Daniel E.
Menudo and Barbacoa Crispy Taco were amazing and I can't wait to try the chilaquiles and homemade flan. Service is excellent. Just be aware that the location is on the Campbell Road side of the shopping center even though the address is Fort Lowell.
(5)T C.
This little place popped up recently in the neighborhood right next to a chain sandwich place and from service to salsa is fantastic. The chicken enchiladas are tasty, covered in green green sauce. and come with nice sides. It's family owned and while ordering you'll often see the mother cooking stuff at the stove from fresh ingredients. This is a new incarnation of the same place and people that used to be on Congress and is a welcome fresh, homestyle option from the greasy drunchy food of Nico's. Friends have had and enjoyed breakfast burritos, tostadas, and barbacoa. Oh, like others said, nice vibrant full flavor salsa bar. Go vote for a family owned local business with a luch that will make you smile.
(5)Ellis H.
I know most people judge taquerillas by their carme asada I judge them by their beans. These weren't instant :-). I also had a chorizo torta; the chorizo had a very rich and balanced spice level, the tomatoes, onions and guacamole were fresh, and the bread was toasted and crisp. If you do not have a tongue for spicy food I'd recommend you ask them to squeeze some lime juice and sour cream on the chorizo. The staff were nice and the restaurant was very clean. There were other items on the menu that looked really good, but I only had a smaller appetite today. For example they have a burrito called a Zacatecan, it has Carne Asada AND Bacon, (¿¡Qué!?) An added plus is that this place is local. I'll definitely be back again.
(5)Gerg P.
Pretty....pretty....good! Good for morning b'fast and take out. Avo hot sauce is tasty n good-n-hot!!! Steak burro good meat n flavor, bacon burro verrrrry good, service above par, ample sizes, good pricing, better then most Taco shops on St. Marys road, well worth the drive. Would diffidently make the drive from the JW Marriott in Star Pass to eat here, and it's close to Prep and Pastry too!
(4)Dan L.
Really simple food is the best! Everything our party of five ate was very happily devoured. Really good flavors, great crispy edges on the carnitas, good salsa. A happy place. Very nice owners also.
(4)Rohit T.
Awesome burritos with huge portions for a very reasonable price. I've tried a few different ones and they've all been impressive. I might have to go back for that bacon breakfast burrito on a regular basis... The spicy guacamole salsa is the best - it's tasty and has a unique kick.
(5)Chris C.
This place is awesome. Nicos who? Los bestos huh? Taco shop what? Definitely spend your hard earned $ here!
(5)Chris W.
After a 2 month trip with no Mexican food I needed a fix. We went early for breakfast burritos. They were fantastically filling. It's like Nicos in form but much better. Very good tortilla. Bacon egg cheese potato mixed well. Then on the side were spicy guac crema. Red/green salsa. It was very good. They were friendly. We will be back for more.
(4)Chris T.
so many positive reviews but in the end...no, just no should've known something was wrong when I walked in. empty. got the 2 taco plate (barbacoa & carne asada) beans & rice with a dr pepper on the side. I'm sorry to say that not one single food or drink item here was good. first & last time. was hopeful too, shame.
(1)Mike W.
My god,this place is phenomenal! The prices a very reasonable and the food is to die for. Great variety - something to please everyone. You have to try the Zacatecas burrito. It is loaded including bacon! Too good to believe! Friendly staff, salsa bar and fast service. You owe it to yourself to try this place. I do wish they had Root Beer in their drink fountain. I will definitely go back again and again.
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