Taqueria Guerrero
208 N Carrollton Ave, New Orleans, LA, 70119
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Address :
208 N Carrollton Ave
New Orleans, LA, 70119 - Phone (504) 484-6959
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Opening Hours
- Mon :Closed
- Mon : Closed
Tue
Specialities
- Takes Reservations : No
Delivery : No
Take-out : Yes
Accepts Credit Cards : Yes
Good For : Lunch
Parking : Street
Bike Parking : Yes
Wheelchair Accessible : Yes
Good for Kids : Yes
Good for Groups : Yes
Attire : Casual
Ambience : Casual
Noise Level : Average
Alcohol : No
Outdoor Seating : No
Wi-Fi : No
Has TV : Yes
Waiter Service : Yes
Caters : No
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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Jordan G.
This has become my go to Mexican restaurant over the past couple years. I go through stages where I crave the salsa and a chimichanga... its like a fever and they have the only prescription. Highly recommend! We've also gone in with a group of about 10 before on a film set and they took care of us quickly and professionally. We all had a great meal just the way we ordered it.
(5)Sam G.
All in all, a decent round of tacos but not something I'd come flocking back to. Chicken was tender and fresh but bland, barbacoa was flavorful but gristly, and the pork was chewy and didn't seem that fresh. Tortillas were of the more fluffy/soft variety which is fine but two of them layered together (although more structurally sound) is a hell of a lot of tortilla per bite! Friendly service, tasty chips (first round is free, following rounds are charged $1 per basket), a good selection of mexican bottled beverages (coke, jarritos, etc.). No salsa on the table except what comes with the chips which is pretty good but mild. Meat needs to be better quality, chicken needs seasoning, and tortillas could slim down. Otherwise not bad.
(3)Alex R.
Came here for lunch one day and the first thing I realized were the employees sitting around at a table and nobody else was in the restaurant (red flag). Next they brought us chips and salsa (one red sauce which was very mild and some type of creamy avocado salsa verde that had a lil kick) both were not my style of salsa (second red flag... I can usually tell how my meal is going to go by the chips and salsa lol). I tried two al pastor tacos and one carne asada (the carne were better in my opinion. My wife got the Chilaquiles plate (which was decent but seemed like it had some type of canned enchilada mole sauce on it). We shared a Chicken Huarache and only got about two bites in before we were done with it (chicken was very bland). On a brighter note I always enjoy a nice Mexican coca cola! And it doesn't break the bank to eat here either which may have me give it another try, but will not be going out of our way to return...
(3)Sheri C.
impromptu brunch the day after Mardi Gras. we were HANGRY! Stopped by here because we wanted some type of Mexican food with eggs. Yah. Random. So we popped in and ohhh the food was SO DELICIOUS! I had juevos rancheros - it was amazing! The only con was that I felt like the eggs were a little too salty. Other than that, it was great. And even better - it was NOT cooked with black beans (i do not like black beans). Ohh, delicious and lots of leftovers for a snack. My partner in crime had steak fajitas, and he loved his as well. I tasted, and I verify - It was. OMG GOOD. I will be back. thank you for being so wonderful!
(4)Christopher W.
I thought I had wrote a review for here before but when things are nice I have no problem writing twice. For starters they have great chips and salsa with an excellent green jalapeño dipping sauce. Taqueria Guerrero was a great experience and one of the best most authentic Mexican meals I have had in New Orleans. I had the enchiladas with verde sauce and it was excellent. My friend had the beef soup and that was ridiculously good with huge pieces of brisket and veggies. Come here for your legit Mexican fix.
(5)Ryan M.
If you're a taco fiend like myself accompanied with being a Mid City hermit, this place has got you covered. Don't just limit yourself to just the tacos only tho. I've been here many times over the years and they've failed to disappoint each time. I've had numerous dishes all worth mentioning, however my most memorable were the cheese pupusas, the toastadas, the chicken fajita plate, the chicken tacos and chorizo tacos. Basically, if you're looking for authentic Mexican for ridiculously fair prices, this is your spot. All of the workers are extremely nice, the guy who usually works the register (at least each time I've gone) is one cool dude. English certainly isn't his first language, but he knows enough to communicate and crack a joke or two. I highly doubt you'd leave this place unhappy. This spot is yet another perk of being a Mid City trooper, and places seem to keep popping up all around us!
(5)Melanie H.
Amazing tacos. Chimichanga. Menudo. Green sauce. Everything was so delish!!! And horchata so good!
(5)Ryan W.
Wow. I was stunned by this place. The food was VERY good, but more over, the portions were huge, and the food was cheap. It is just a few blocks from my office, and I am going to need to try very hard not to eat here too much. The pupusa were delectably filled with a wonder cheese meaty mixture, and the creamy salsa with the chips was a real treat, but the Torta was the real stunner. I highly recommend this place.
(5)Alex H.
Excellent food, friendly service. I always get chicken enchiladas with mole, but tacos al pastor is next on my list. They have delicious aguas frescas, but it is BYOB.
(3)Marielle S.
I really wanted to go back to this place and try the flautas before reviewing, but Yelp sends me an email every day about this draft, so this review is happening now. I stopped in here, after a day of shopping, because I had heard a lot of good things about this place. Now, don't go in here expecting anything fancy. This is pretty much as "no frills" as it gets. You walk in and you are told to sit anywhere and they have a window, if you are placing a "to go" order. I decided to go with the "torta", which is a Mexican sandwich with meat and cheese. It was really good, but I found the bun to be a tad greasy. I've never had a torta before, so I don't know if this is the norm. It wasn't really a big deal. The sandwich was HUGE and I was able to split it into two meals. This is a great place if you want a fast, no nonsense lunch. I really want to go back and try the flautas, as that's how I like to truly judge a Mexican restaurant.
(4)Alex J.
It was OK. Loved the salsas, especially the green one. The beef in the tacos is real meat, not ground, but of the fairly gristly, low quality form. The food is cheap. The restaurant was filled with Hispanics, so that's good. The menu was a little confusing. Tacos and tostadas are in the appetizers, while burritos and flautas only come in platters. The white board outside had a seemingly random list of ingredients without any reference to what they go in (chicken, beef, etc... but what? Tacos? Burritos? Anything?). The list was punctuated by "hay flan," which was hilarious. I love flan, but Angelo Brocato is right next door and we had already decided on gelato... It was Saturday, but specials were listed for jueves and viernes... does that mean they still have those specials on sábado? I have no idea. There are a lot of soups on the menu, and there were even more on that confusing white board. It wasn't easy to decide which I should be ordering, but I noticed a lot of people were eating soup so next time around I'll have to spin the roulette wheel and pick one.
(3)Dana D.
This one has been on the block pre-Katrina before the city had so many of these options. It is the real deal. Feels like any eatery in any town in Mexico or Central America. Food can be hit or miss. My last visit wasn't as memorable as past trips. The green salsa is and was as good as it gets. I could drink the stuff.
(3)David S.
Walked past this place so many times on the way to Brocato's and so glad we finally stopped in for some tacos and enchiladas! Definitely recommend the al pastor tacos as well as barbacoa. Chicken was a little plain for tacos, but was great in the enchiladas with the really smokey, flavorful red sauce. The free chips and salsa are also great, especially the creamy tomatillo and jalapeno salsa!
(4)Teddy H.
Since moving here, I've searched tirelessly to find great tacos in New Orleans. I finally found them today during lunch at Taqueria Guerrero in Mid-City. I ordered un taco de lengua y dos pastor.... every single component of these tacos is perfect. I should've put a ring on it, like Beyonce told me to. Don't take my word for it. See for yourself @ Taqueria Guerrero I give them an easy 10/10
(5)Sareena N.
Definitely the most legit Mexican food I've had since moving to NOLA from the West Coast. Gratis chips and salsa, which in my opinion, is a MUST. Flautas were tasty with shredded beef and topped with cojita cheese and the beans and rice were acceptable and fresh tasting. My husband and daughter opted for enchiladas, both red and green. Red was the preferred sauce as the consensus was the green lacked spice. My son had a chimichanga smothered in red sauce and devoured the entire thing. $3 for a coke was my biggest complaint, but the kids were happy with pineapple Jarritos and horchata like they get when they visit the grandparents in El Paso. We will definitely be back to try the posole and the mole...and my husband can't turn down a chance to get some menudo.
(4)Bobby G.
everything here is pretty solid. but the tacos are the best of any restaurant in all of new orleans. i will never understand why people go crazy for $2 tacos at rum house when they can get the real deal here for the same price any day of the week. also highly recommend the tortas. bottom line: cheap, delicious, and if not healthy then at least healthy-ish.
(5)Morgan F.
A friend of mine religiously goes here, so I thought I'd take her up on the offer of us both popping in here. We sat down in the window to the left, and were IMMEDIATELY served complimentary chips and two kinds of salsa, red and verde. We ordered their guacamole to give us time to look at the menu. I apologized to our waitress at least 3 times because she kept coming back and I still wasn't sure, so know that the staff is very attentive. The place has an authentic look about it, in terms of a Mexican restaurant where actual Mexicans and/or Central Americans living or visiting New Orleans would eat, if that makes sense. The menu has the names of the dishes in Spanish with half the explanations in English and half in Spanish and some explanations in both... It was only us and two other tables; one with a very unhappy baby, but it was nice to not be on top of other people eating dinner. The guacamole arrived, and we ordered the large Cocktail de Camarones and the pork Tostadas Mexicanas to split. Their guacamole is more of a soupier guacamole, not really chunky at all, but so so good. You can pick up flavors of cilantro and lime, and I really like this spin on a guacamole that's almost more of a guacamole salsa. The Cocktail de Camarones and Tostadas arrived not long after. They were both picture perfect as you can see; the tostadas matching their picture on the menu to a T. I should've seen that their were refried beans on the tostadas, aka frijoles, but I guess I thought I could pick around them. If you like beans, you'll like these since they make up the majority of the Tostadas with not a copious amount of pork on them. I didn't think the flavor was really there (again, I'm not a huge bean person, so take note). The Cocktail de Camarones reminded me more so of an Ecuadorian shrimp ceviche rather than your typical shrimp cocktail, and it's the closest I've come to tasting that flavor here in New Orleans. In Ecuador they use ketchup in their ceviche to tone down the acidity of the lime. The best way to describe it was, "tangy." Again if I hadn't been sharing, I probably would've added some heat, but it was a goblet of shrimp, and a ton of avocado, so I would definitely order this dish again. The split bill was equivalent to us both getting a footlong Subway, and we had an app and two dishes, so I'll probably stop in here again to try some other things, right after I knock out a few chapters of my Rosetta Stone.
(3)Mark W.
Authentic Mexican food, reminds me of the border town taquerias I've been to in Texas, New Mexico, and Arizona. Nothing fancy, just fresh, well-prepared and inexpensive. Great value! This place focuses on food, and not the tarted-up Kitchy decor that many Mexican places do. Thiis place is authentic, not a suburban/corporate interpretation. They have had Spanish-language soccer (fur all) on the television every time I have been here. This is one of my go-to lunch places!
(4)Julia C.
The only place I've found to get good Mexican food in NOLA. Very reasonably priced too.
(5)Jillian M.
Maybe my hanger rage upon being denied chips made a difference and/or they are just buying more, but I am pleased to report they have had tortilla chips every time I have gone recently! Thank you Taqueria Guerrero! Never run out again!
(4)Jim S.
Very friendly service with a smile. Food was great for its price. No alcohol served but they do allow you to bring in drinks from the bar next door.
(5)S B.
Craving authentic Mexican food, we decided to try Taqueria Guerrero in Mid City. It has a Latin flair indoors and out - we chose to sit outside. I gave this restaurant four stars because the food is delicious, fresh & perfectly cooked and seasoned. The portions were right on and we finished everything. The only thing that lost them a star was the service. The waitstaff was confused and slow -switched our orders with another table, didn't give us silverware or an appetizer we ordered, gave us waters and no menus and were just generally disjointed. That's my only negative remark - the food was divine.
(4)John T.
I have lived right beside this place for 3 years and never went. shame on me. super nice staff. standard mexican menu. i got the chimichanga and it was the bomb. huge fan. i prob wont get anything else there because the chimi was good. my lady got the chicken moler (that is not correct but it is something like that; brown heavy sauce). She liked hers but mine was much better. no liquor liscense but you can bring your own. family establishment though so dont go crazy. I'll def be back. very very good.
(4)Roger T.
Everything is really good. I heartily recommend the Baleadas, Tortas, and Tamales! Good fresh flavors.
(5)Lisa M.
Most of the food is very authentic and good here,my only issues are that when i order i ask for NO onions and they ALWAYS put the onions on my food EVEN THOUGH I TELL THEM IM ALLERGIC!!! If you really care about your customers you will make a fresh meal without onions especially if its a regular customer! Always make sure your rice is fresh,if its hard its NOT FRESH! Last but not least the prices are a little high for mexcan food... And yes I AM MEXICAN!!!
(3)Patrick G.
Great, simple Mexican fare in a fun, unpretentious atmosphere. Must tastier and much more affordable than other less authentic joints around town. Highly recommend.
(5)Tiffanie J.
Awesome pastor tacos and tamales !! I just wasn't a fan of all that raw onion they put on top of the tacos !
(4)Charles H.
JALAPEÑO REMOULADE? not really a salsa more like a dipping sauce, delicious! GOES GREAT ON THE TACOS: 3 corn tortillas filled with beef, cilantro and onion; ONLY $6! The same meal at Rita's Tequila house: $13; Felipe's: $8.25. I've been to almost 30 countries but not to Mexico. I guess that's why I've never had that awesome jalapeño sauce before. And here's the lagniappe. The authentic, disarmingly simple recipe is vegan: fresh seeded peppers boiled and then puréed with canola oil, salt & pepper. Ya gotta try it!
(5)Ann M.
Ok...not for me though. A lot of Hispanic clientele so possibly more authentic then I'm use to.
(3)Krystle C.
Seriously best pupusas I've ever had!! Super thick. The carne asada tacos were well seasoned & tasted excellent even more amazing no fat! Will definitely be returning!
(5)Danon H.
Out of all the Mexican restaurants here in the NOLA metro area this is as close to Authentic Mexican cuisine that you can get here. The biggest reason I stopped here was because it is within walking distance of where I live. The service was really good. The friendly Latina waitress I had was really nice and incredibly helpful. She told me to sit where ever I like, I chose to sit next to the window The food I ordered was the pollo (chicken) fajitas plate and coca cola to drink. I also received free salsa and chips with my order which is very normal in a mexican restaurant. First off the salsa and chips were excellent! The fajita plate came with spanish rice, refried beans, lettuce and tomato, the grilled onions, grilled bell peppers, grilled chicken and flour tortillas. The fajita plate was very good and so was the salsa and chips! I haven't had good mexican food like this since I was in Texas. One of the things I liked about this place was the fact that I received generous portions of food. Like enough to feed 2 people! The price was very good to it was only $9.99 for the fajita plate.So yes I will definitely be going back here and trying more food here. This place is a hundred times better than that crappy Juan's flying burrito down the street!!! In short good service, good food and the best Mexican restaurant in the Mid City area!
(4)Morgan W.
Finally some decent Mexican food in New Orleans. The tacos were really good and cheap. Although the guacamole was just ok the chips were good and so was the authentic atmosphere.
(5)Shauna W.
This city is known for having amazing food, but little did I know there was an authentic mexican hidden gem in NOLA! We shared a shrimp cocktail, chimichanga, and pupusas. I haven't had such delicious versions of the menu items since I went to a truly authentic place in Los Angeles years before. So, so, good, also super low key laid back vibe. If you are craving a different type of cuisine than southern/cajun/creole, hit this place up for a delicious Mexican meal.
(5)Tuyet P.
It was goooooooooood. Aw man. I'm so glad I checked this placed out. We were on lunch break from school and I was craving a burrito from Felipe's, had I not looked on Yelp, I would've never discovered this place. The guy at the counter was very very nice, almost to where I wasn't sure if he was forcing it or not but whatevs! So I know I was craving a burrito, but i saw on Yelp that they served the kind of tacos this food truck down by my house in East had, and those are my favorites. I ordered the Carnita (pork) Taco (made with only onions and cilantro). My friend ordered the chicken burrito (made with rice and cheese, no beans). It took 5-10 mins. First bite I took from my taco.. Omg It was amazing! Drizzled with like and this sauce.. It was perfect! They packed this sauce, which I'm assuming, is guacamole blended with jalapeños. It's amazing! Not too spicy either for someone who can't handle too much spicyness. It was sooooo good. They hook up the meat too. My friend took a couple bites of my tacos and ended up liking it better than his burrito. I, however, liked his burrito. It was really good. Chicken wasn't dry it was tender, aw man. So goood . They were fast too. We just wanted to do to go bc we had class in 30 mins. Its a little pricey, I feel, for their food but whatever. It's good!
(5)Alicia P.
You know, it's so typical of New Orleans people to not give a place a decent rating because they don't serve fucking alcohol. It's like, do you not know how to eat a fucking taco unless you're halfway drunk? Sure, you may like to have a cold cervesa with your enchiladas sometimes. So what do you do? You go to the friendly bar next door and pick up a beer, supporting two local businesses at once. Congrats. Popular, equally priced New Orleans restaurants and brunch spots should really look to this place for some tips. They have the dining trifecta that New Orleans hot spots don't really understand. Taqueria Guerrero has, Friendly and attentive staff, great homemade fresh food, OH and get this, their restaurant is clean! You go to brunch spots like Gott Gourmet, Slim Goodies and Surreys GD and the staff is rude, inattentive and the dining area is just plane dirty. This place is a hidden gem in the midst of a lot of popular restaurants with not much to account for. I highly recommend this place on all accounts.
(5)C R.
I got Pinworms twice eating here. They have to start using gloves when handling fresh uncooked food!
(1)Daniel T.
Favorite Mexican restaurant in New Orleans. I've been on numerous occasions and for the most part, I always ordered the Chilaquiles. Everything is so good here though and you won't be disappointed. Plus they give you HUGE glasses of water that they refill regularly and give you great chips and salsa on the house.
(5)Jennifer C.
I love this place. Try their tacos and pupusas (the half pork, half cheese). The tacos are three to an order. I've had them on a few different occasions. I like the chicken, beef and pork. Great taste and fresh. Much better than the rum house I had the night before where the tortillas were crunchy and the meat sucked. The pupusas are awesome. They taste great, would come anytime for these. My husband tried the chile relleno and enjoyed. Got the melon drink, taste like cantaloupe. Recommend.
(4)Morgan D.
I just moved here from South Philly and the thing that gives me the most woes is the lack of quality, international cuisine in this town. And usually, when you do find something not cajun or creole worth eating, it costs twice as much as it's worth. So Guerrero gets all 5 stars for having delicious, authentic food AND reasonable prices. I almost felt like I was back in Philly eating simple, cheap tacos in a plain and comfortable atmosphere. The wait staff is super friendly and everything I've had was delicious. I'm more of a meat taco kind of girl, but my boyfriend used to live in Mexico and says the mole is amazing.
(5)Lisa K.
If you are looking for authentic Mexican food in New Orleans - go here! The food is great and they have menudo on the weekend, and they open at 9:00 AM on weekends for those Saturday/Sunday breakfasts that scream for menudo after a late night the night before. BF also got huevos rancheros, great dish with really good beans and a hunk of queso fresco and avacado. Going to head back to try some tacos!
(4)Scott S.
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(5)Samantha C.
I had the Mexican tostadas and rice and beans and the food was very good!! I had the chicken on the tostados and it was good. Definietly better than the meal I previously had at this restaurant. I will probably come back!
(5)Liz C.
My friends have always told me that I just have to go to Taqueria Guerrero. Anybody that knows me knows that I love tacos, chips/salsa, enchiladas, etc. more than any other food. But honestly, it's never been at the top of my list for me because I can think of a handful of other Mexican restaurants that I go to regularly simply to support them and give them consistent business. Bad reasoning, but you get the point. Up until the other night, that is. A few friends and I stopped in there late one night to get some much needed grub after we realized that the Juan's wait was near 30 minutes. Nope. We were a little too hungry for that. First things first, the restaurant was practically empty. We sat down and were immediately served waters. Unfortunately, they stop serving chips and salsa (for free) an hour before close. I kind of understand where they're coming from with that, but at the same time I have no idea if that's actually a thing or just something the waiter said. :( Aside from that, the service was so fast and great! My pork tacos were amazing, and I had a bite of my boyfriend's chicken tacos which were equally delicious. The queso that we ordered was super hot and flavorful. Not to mention, everything was so affordable. Great experience all around-- would definitely come in again.
(4)Liz R.
I love this place so much. I lived in Houston for years and this is the only place I've found to get pupusas and other things I miss from Texas like authentic tortas, tacos, etc. The green sauce I could eat by the spoonful. And the staff are prompt and just lovely. So glad it's right here in my neighborhood. Authentic and affordable - a real favorite.
(5)Lily B.
I've been looking for a good authentic Mexican restaurant and was very pleased with Guerreros. I had the pupusas (I know, not quite authentic Mexican) But they were delicious and pretty inexpensive. My friend ordered the shrimp cocktail which was delicious as well, a little sweet though, like they used a lot of orange juice, but I enjoyed it. Good service, good chips and two kinds of homemade salsa! With free refills :) I really wanted to try the posole which is only served on Thursdays so I will have to return later in the week!
(5)Bryan G.
Definitvely the best Mexican in New Orleans. I pretty much end up eating here everytime I'm in Midcity, despite a cornucopia of surrounding restaraunts. Shit, there's even another Mexican place next door, but I've never once been tempted to try it. This place has all the hallmarks of great Mexican, that weird laminated half spanish menu, staff that only sort of speak English, servers who's kids are in the restaraunt with them and horchata served from giant blue plastic pitchers. The obligatory tortilla chips, which some evil genius convinced all mexican places to serve for free, come with a lagniappe green salsa that will make you want to renounce your citzenship and move to Mexico. As if that wasn't enough, for some unknowable reason, they've invested in a giant flashing LED sign, which advertises their restaraunt (albeit with several spelling mistakes) inside the restaraunt. Fucking love these guys. Also, a great spot for vegetarians. The cactus tacos, which come three to an order, are delicious. The veggie torta is one of the best I've ever had. And they have fucking pupusas! Anyone who dosen't love this place should be banished to taco bell for eternity.
(5)Mike B.
Great authentic Mexican food in New Orleans. Open early and the huevos rancheros are a must get. Generous portions and every meal comes with chips and salsa. Great service can't go wrong here. 5 stars.
(5)Elaine M.
This is authentic as you're gonna get in this city. I'm fussing myself for not writing a review before. We live in walking distance to this restaurant & eat here any time we have a taco craving. When we want to eat REAL tacos, not cheesy Tex-Mex. I've never been disappointed coming here, you know exactly what you're going to get, it's cooked traditionally & has no frills. The lighting and decor are exactly what it looks like in the tiny taquerias in Mexico. They have simple white walls, tile floor, Mexican flags, TV's, and florescent lighting. The tortillas are fresh & super hot, which definitely earn a star by themselves. Not to mention, their breakfast plate/hangover cure is everything you ever wanted in a Mexican breakfast & more. Eggs scrambled with tomatoes, onions & peppers, refried beans (or your choice), Spanish rice, avocado & tortillas. Also chorizo, if you go for that. Plus it's a super large plate so you can save some for later. While the servers do speak English, many of the customers speak only Spanish. They order their usuals & watch the futbol games while I try to subtly fan the spicy salsa flames from my mouth. I think I could write an entire review on the salsa alone. The depth & freshness far exceed any other local salsas I've experienced. It burns so bad you have to keep eating. Between my husband & I, we've both tried most of the flavors of the tacos, which are very reminiscent of the street tacos in Mexico, minus the flies.
(4)Sean C.
Great place for the real deal Mexican food. There is no alcohol but you can go next door and purchase it at the local bar. The food is very very good. I had the first real chile relleno I have had in New Orleans. If you are in the Mid City area you must stop in. It is very casual.
(4)Holly G.
So in my never ending quest of finding good Tex-Mex I ended up here, very close to the house. I had high hopes. I had trekked all up and down NOLA...this town has amazing food of every variety EXCEPT for Mexican food. We walk in. Everything's going okay. We sit down. It's a Friday night and I'm excited with anticipation for the margarita I have yet to order. I order my margarita and it sounded like the waitress said they only serve beer. The hell I say to myself! But I can go to the bar next door, order a rita, and bring it in (thank you New Orleans!). This is what I do. Once I've returned my husband orders a beer. They don't serve beer. They don't serve any alcohol at all?!?!?? Already 2 stars off I think to myself but let's move on. The waitress brings chips and salsa (red and green!) without us asking and I'm considering putting back a star for the green sauce. We ordered beef fajitas and got mixed, but whatever. We also ordered queso and that was just okay, it could have been warmer. The fajitas were very good. They came with beans, rice, lettuce, green peppers, and onions. They only came with 3 very small tortillas though and we had to order another 3. When we got the bill we saw that they had charged us for the salsa that we never ordered and the extra tortillas. Although the food was good, the lack of alcohol and charging us for something we didn't order rubbed us the wrong way. We will not be back here.
(2)David R.
Definitely a better selection than the local mini-chain down the street (why the heck am I censoring myself...I obviously mean Felipes). I pretty much only order the tacos, which are good, but nothing amazing. Not having been in a few months, the prices definitely went up sometime in that time-frame, but still a good deal. Really good Mexican food is hard to come by in NOLA (insert standard "I'm from California" snobbery here), but TG makes some tasty food. Regardless, it's totally worth stopping in...especially if Felipes is packed like they usually are around lunch and dinner.
(3)Feldman A.
Beware gringos, this is not Americanized Mexican or TexMex. And the staff speaks Spanish much better than they do English, which I kinda like--a badge of their authenticity? But if you want authentic, delicious, and cheap Mexican food in NOLA, TG is your place. But you don't need Spanish, do you? Because I just posted their menu for you, and it has pictures on it. I mean, did you come for the conversation or for the food? The menu even has numbers on it, so just tell'm "numero tres," or point. Then have a seat, sit down, eat, and smile. I can vouch for the awesomeness of their chiles rellenos, pupusas and tacos pastores, so far, but I plan to continue working my way through the menu. Can't beat the central, Mid-city location on Carrollton, can you? And I think that the comments here by other yelpers about the decor are a little unfair. It isn't fancy by any standard, but it is very clean and nicer than I expected after reading other reviews here. The only bummer is that they don't serve alcohol, but that means you can bring your own. Hard to bring a Margarita though, like the one you can get at "Juan's Flying Burrito" down the street, but in my opinion, the food here is much better and cheaper, so nine times out of ten, I go here and BMOB, or get take out and make the margaritas at home. Besides, the juices and horchata here are as tasty as they are refreshing, so who needs alcohol? They have really killer seafood and savory soups as well, which will improve your mood on rainy days. This review is starting to sound like an advertisement, but after not trying this place due to its outward appearance for some time, it was the food that made me a believer, and I think you'll agree. A book by its cover, right? Anyway, it's the kind of place I am likely to return to often for the flavor and for the deal, a much appreciated piece of Mexico right here in Mid-city. Vivan los guerreros!
(5)Laila B.
I like the staff here and that it never seems to be super busy. They don't have my beloved fish tacos though and i like the lengua better at Taqueris Corona/ Was very disappointed in my taco al pastor, it's probably the worst I've ever tried. To be daring, we ordered the huarache and the baleado. Huarache, good choice, baleado, bland. Horchata is tasty! It's cheap and close to home but not my favorite.
(3)Kopfsülze R.
Salut Team Taqueria Guerrero. Menudo on Sundays and Chicarrones Gordita are faves. Loveliest staff.
(5)Norine H.
Vacationing in NOLA for 10 days. From California. Started hankering for some Mexican food. Didn't expect to find anything good but This place hit the spot. Husband had carne Assad, daughter had steak burrito, I had nachos. Everyone enjoyed their meal. My nachos weren't like the usual fare. Chips, lettuce (?) beans, onion and cilantro sour cream. Different but tasty. Our Server Jesus was cheerful and friendly.
(4)Vanessa A.
When I moved to the neighborhood I would stare at the blue awning quite often and wonder how it was. With Juan's down the street you'd think they'd be competing. They are in a a sense, but if you're a fan of traditional, home cooked mexican, Juan's is just a tasty hipster joint with ZERO latinos working the kitchen (as far as I've witnessed). Guerrero is family run, sometimes literally having one of their kids sitting at a table coloring. I like going there for the smaller dishes like the Huarache and tomales. Apparently I have a thing for cornmeal. The huarache is a grilled cornmeal "pancake" topped with a choice of meat (I love the chorizo, but sometimes go with the tongue), refried beans, cheese, lettuce and sour cream. It's one of the cheaper items on the menu but still super filling. The chips and salsa are wonderful. The creamy green salsa can be pretty hot so I save it to toss it on top of my food where it won't do too much damage. Get the horchata if you are hungover, something about cinnamon rice water is so amazing. Other things I would definitely suggest are the enchiladas, mole poblano, chile rellenos. They even have chicken nuggets for the friend who comes along but can be picky/afraid of the food (they're obviously store bought, but my friend once got the dino shaped nuggets which I was so happy about because she's in her 30's, haha). The service is wonderful and I sometimes try out my spanish, but it's embarrassing so it's not that often. It is a very sweet and familial little place. In comparison to Juan's or the incoming Felipe's (both of which I love) Guerrero is still my favorite because it has the much more adventurous items (tongue, whole fish) that will remind you of food you've eaten while traveling abroad.
(4)Clarence C.
This place is great. One of the few authentic Mexican restaurants in New Orleans, they bring free chips and salsa to your table as soon as you sit down. The pork is very good. My companion is a vegetarian and loves the cactus tacos. The side of beans and rice is delicious and enough for a meal by itself.
(5)emerson j.
Finally, great Mexican food in New Orleans. I'm from the west, where places like this are everywhere: modest, cheap, borderline hole-in-the-wall with outstanding food and great service. The food is so simple and good that we end up eating there a couple times a week. Some favorites: The chicken tacos are deceptively simple. I don't know what they do to the chicken to make it so juicy and delicious, but I don't really care, as long as they keep doing it. The baleada is my new favorite hangover food--a fat homemade tortilla with egg, guac, sour cream, beans, and (if you want) meat. Again, it's simple, but it's incredibly good. The pupusas are indulgent and delicious. I wish they served beer, and the lack of that makes this more a lunch than a dinner place for me. Felipe's is opening down the block in the new chain-riddled shopping center on Carrolton, and I hope that the community will rally to keep this taqueria in business. They are the real deal and we're lucky to have them in our neighborhood!
(5)Sting E.
Holy Mole! --as in Pablano. Wonderful rich Mole drenched chicken. Delicious Pig Enchiladas. Really spicey hot salsa! Amazing Flan. Very reasonably priced, fresh authentic home cooked food. Service was warm, friendly and swift. And did I say amazing flan?- worth saying again.
(4)Min K.
I don't know how I lucked out with having this taqueria in our neighborhood, but this is the best Mexican food you'll get in New Orleans. We discovered Taqueria Guerrero after finding that burrito joint down the street was packed, had a line wrapping around the buidling (you know which one!). After finding street parking near the mattress store, we plopped down and ordered the 3-taco plate (al pastor, mmmm) with beans and rice on the side and a burrito (barbocoa). I am a creature of habit and order the same tacos, but the bf has ventured out to get other dishes such as the fajita plate or the really spicy shrimp (camarones del diablo?). All very tasty. The rest is history. It's embarrassing how often I suggest this place when we want to go out/get take out.
(5)Amanda C.
This place serves up some pretty authentic Mexican food at pretty authentic Mexican portions and prices. You usually don't end up finishing the meal, but feel free to binge on Mexican cokes, jarritos or horchata in front of the soccer game that's always on tv while you wait for your second wind. Also, it's way better than Juan's.
(3)Stephen H.
I lived in Mexico for a few months. This is real home style Mexican cooking. Had the costillas (short rib), pupusas and the Jamaica. Amazingly good. BYOB Second visit. Get the lengua, it is amazingly moist, tender and full of beef flavor. Bring you a bottle of spiced rum and add it to your horchata.
(5)Sean O.
Great authentic Mexican food, especially the baleadas and various breakfast dishes. Have never had less than a perfect meal here with really great service every time. Oh, and don't tell them, but their prices are way too low for how good the food is!
(5)Lilly T.
I live quite close to this place and tried it for the first time a few days ago when the roomie brought home some chicken fajitas for me. The veggies tasted fresh and tender-crisp and the chicken was well-seasoned. They were served with corn tortillas which I'm usually not a huge fan of but these were soft, warm, and delicious. The rice that was served with the fajitas was a little bland and the beans were so-so. It's a place i'd definitely return to again for some yummy mostly-authentic Mexican food.
(4)Evan S.
Chicken fajitas were flavorless; the shrimp diablo, on the other hand, was overwhelmingly spicy to the point of being unable to taste anything else. Price was low at least... But not worth it.
(1)Shuo H.
3 words: cheap, delicious, filling. Is this the BEST Mexican food I've had? No. Is this the best I've had in New Orleans so far? Definitely. What I liked: -tamale: [my first tamale ever actually!] meat is moist inside -PUPUSA: Mmm I'm definitely getting this the next time I come! -their chicken is cooked really well; I liked their shrimp too [I got the camarones ala Plancha (grilled shrimp with onions, bell peppers)], but not a huge fan of their chorizo... I like how they offer more than just burritos and tacos [I'm not a huge fan of tortillas in general]. Their dishes are cooked well, so I don't have many complaints. HINT: Although they don't serve alcohol, they don't have a problem if you go to the bar next door, buy something, and bring it in! [Don't worry, we asked before we did anything and they said yes] Personally, I'm not a fan of their decor :T but if I get my Mexican food fix satisfied, it really doesn't matter too much. As long as it doesn't make the experience worse, whatevs right?
(4)Tiffany M.
This may be the best Mexican food you'll find in New Orleans. I'm not a fan of the typical "TexMex" that can be found everywhere. I like stripped down, simple, standard Mexican fare. This place hits the mark. It's a family place and these are their original recipes from Guerrero Mexico. We've eaten there twice this week. The house-made tamales are fantastic. But, today, the tostada that I had was amazing... AH mazing. I highly recommend Taqueria Guerrero- unless you're looking for a bland margarita-filled, hey macarena experience. In which case, I'm sure there's a Chili's open somewhere.
(5)David B.
Nothing Tex about this place. Great, authentic Mexican food. Mole Enchiladas-order them everytime I come. Flautas-crispy,flavorful. Tamales-don't miss. Best in town. Pupusas-cheese-ok. Pork and cheese-now we're talking. 4 of us ate till stuffed and left with leftovers for $50
(4)Jillian S.
This is really close to my house, so if we want quality Mexican food and don't feel like getting in a car, it's either Guerrero's or Juan's. I like both, but they are very different beasts. Guerrero doesn't serve alcohol, but that's fine, which makes it way better for the budget minded. And yes, the decor reflects the budget, but the food makes up for the decor. The service is always prompt and friendly, and free chips and salsa are an added bonus. The horchata agua fresca is really good, and HUGE! The cheese chile rellenos is the bomb! My husband usually gets the chorizo tacos, and he's big fan. The enchiladas are pretty great too. The quesadilla's are pretty bland, but those are so easy to make at home so why order them at a restaurant? Plus there is so much more on the menu to try!
(4)Molly R.
Juan's Flying Burrito was packed out with hipsters and we were not in the mood to wait, so we decided to give this place a try instead. Really not impressed by any aspect of it. Our tabletop was sticky with who knows what. The wait person never once offered to refill our drinks even though the restaurant was practically empty. Also, vegetarians beware: As far as I could tell, nothing on the menu is truly vegetarian. I settled on a cheese quesadilla, which turned out to be really bland. None of this is surprising for an authentic Mexican restaurant, which is what Taqueria Guerrero appears to be.
(2)India S.
I tried this place because I'd heard there was great, cheap Mexican food somewhere on this part of Carrollton. It was okay, but I was definitely underwhelmed. The vibe inside is very cheap, kind of diner-ish. The menu was all spanish so it takes a minute to actually study and decipher what you want to order. I thought the food was a little pricey, like $10 for a meal. Which would be fine if I didn't feel like I was getting fast food. The staff wasn't very helpful either. The food is prepared quickly, so short wait time. I had tacos and they were very greasy. There is a spicy sauce they prepare that is very good though. Overall I think it is hyped up too much and people shouldn't go in with grand expectations.
(2)James B.
So, I'm going to add a review of my own for Taqueria Guerero. This place has never failed to be amazing. I have ben here, maybe a half dozen times with my wife, and other friends, and the food Is always dead spot on AWESOME! I come here on Sundays, because the Menudo is some of the best in the city. My only beef with the Menudo, is no Hominy in the Menudo, otherwise, it is AWESOME The Tamale app, is EPIC! 2 Tamales, HUGE tamales, Tasty tamales, for $5.00? I mean, come on.. in NOLA we have grown accustomed to being raped for food prices With the tacit understanding that "Hey, this is New Orleans, we just pay more for good food!" Well, NO MORE my friend. Whoever whines about the prices here, go elsewhere.. The quality will not be near as good, the food nowhere near as tasty, and the authenticity, nowhere near where Guerero is. This place is a Hidden Gem in NOLA and I kind of hope it stays that way.. I love the fact that I can always get a table, an no wait. But I will sacrifice the wait time, if only to queue you in on the best little taqueria in the 504. Go here, try it, love it, and let me know when you do.. And when you are done with dinner, or lunch, or whatever, head over to Brocatos for some Gelato: yelp.com/biz/angelo-broc… That is how you make it a SCHWEET meal.. Still Big, Still Easy, Still your Dady
(5)Simon B.
Taqueria Guerrero is the ONLY authentic Mexican restaurant in the city and the metro area. This includes, Casa Garcia, which I have a soft spot for. I am originally from Texas, so I know real Mexican food, and this is it. It's also priced accordingly. Their Al Pastor tacos are amazing. The toastadas are great. The pupusas are delicious. I love the agua frescas, especially the hornchata. Highly recommended. Nice staff, although they don't speak much English, suck it up and try it out. It's the best Mexican food in the city, straight up.
(5)Kendra B.
This place is a gem in mid city and I'm surprised I haven't reviewed it before. So, I wandered to this place after voodoo fest last year and have been back numerous times since and I think I've gotten the same waitress every time. The food is great and you cant beat the price. Its family owned and the service is good. Honestly, I don't think Ive had better Mexican food in NOLA
(5)Jacob G.
This place is as of yet far the most authentic Taqueria I've found here. It's a little more geared towards south Mexico foods, though, so even the relatively tex-mex options on the menu are garnished in So-Me style. This might be related to the "Taqueria Guerrero" name, as that is one of the 31 states of Mexico, conveniently located in the southern part of Mexico. Acapulco is in it. Gringo geography lesson. Apparently some other reviewers did not make this distinction. Food is delicious. Fantastic. Great. It's flavorful, the salsa is spicy, they have Jarritos to drink, it's very nice. I was not very impressed with the vegetarian options (mainly because I like cheese in my Mexican food, but that is actually a tex-mex thing and not a Mexico proper thing) but the chorizo chimichanga was delicious. One day I'll try something really southern like sopes or something. (p.s. I can't pronounce Guerrero either)
(5)Remahn F.
Was on the way to one of my fave Pho spots in New Orleans when I saw this Mexican restaurant across the street. Was a bit hesitant at first since I hadn't heard about it before, but I love Mexican food, especially authentic, so I gave it a shot. A sexy mamacita in a Mexico soccer jersey, with two gold fronts served me some camarones a la diabla with a sweet smile. Felt like home. I think she purposefully added extra food to my plate...everyone else's plate didn't seem to hold that much food. If you're reading this, thank you mami. I ordered a steak taco as an appetizer since I always try the tacos at every Mexican restaurant I go to.. Although it was quite delicious, and hit the spot before the main course, I wish I didn't, because like I said, their serving sizes are huge. The triple threat would be going here, them hitting up Wit's Inn for a Wit maker, then back across the street to Angelo Brocato's for ice cream. I only gave this place 4 stars because if I could have gotten a margarita after my dinner, it would have been a 5 star experience, but unfortunately they don't serve alcohol.
(4)Elijah C.
Yay Taqueria Guerrero! Here's a good, authentic Mexican restaurant in New Orleans. I felt like I was in old Mehico.. ;) I can only review the one dish that I had: Huevos Rancheros for breakfast. This was preceded by the complimentary, fresh, chips & salsa. The service was very friendly and when the dish came I knew I wouldn't be able to finish it. It was a nice, large plate of food. The dish was as good as any average eatery in Mexico that I've been to. It's not the best I've had, but it definitely took me right back to humble eateries south of the border. Total for a big breakfast with a drink and free chips y salsa $11 including tip.
(4)Trey M.
Taqueria Gurrero meets my criteria for a quality Mexican restaurant (latino staff, free chips and salsa, and other latinos patronizing the business), with the exception of not having any margaritas or beer. That's why I give it 4 stars instead of 5. For those who want a place that feels/looks like a taqueria one would expect to find in Mexico, its great. For those expecting Americanized decor and food, it's not for you. Go to somewhere in Metairie where only white folks eat (and work, for that matter) if that's what you're looking for. !Viva Mexico!
(4)Jamie R.
Let me preface this review with the following two bits of important info: I am a vegetarian and I come from the land of embarrassing riches of Mexican food, aka California. That being said here goes: The place had potential and I really wanted to like it but just couldn't. Typical taqueria setting looked inviting but the food was a let down. Both of the salsas (the red and the green) were very disappointing and this is how I judge a Mexican restaurant. The green hot sauce in the bottle tasted better. I had a quesadilla and it was really nothing special. The rice was cooked with chicken broth so they were out but the beans were lard free and tasted ok once I put said sauce in them. My options were very limited there (and no salsa verde for enchiladas? That is usually veg but their red sauce wasn't) and I'm sure if I were a carnivore I'd like this place more. I'll keep exploring until I find something that I like. If anyone has any suggestions please share them.
(2)C S.
Have eyeballed this place every time we pass down Carrollton. Finally decided to take a shot. And definitely did not regret it. Great food, great prices, simple, efficient service. Though born here, I grew up in SoCal and have an appreciate for simple mexican food, and get tired of everything being TexMeX-ish. The pupusas were incredible (my wifes first) chile relleno actually impressed, and the mole was simple, solid, and scrumptious. And a Horchata washed it all down. will definitely be back.
(4)seale p.
Good, simple Mexican food. I've had quite a few of the vegetarian items, and been pleased with all of them. There are actually a decent number of vege choices, including a few things I'd never heard of before. I can't even remember all the things I've had, but I've liked them all. I'm stuck on the tostadas, for sure. I tried them with the cactus, which wasn't bad, but I like them without it better. So delicious -- clean and fresh. The boyfriend swears the pork chops with verde sauce are the best thing ever. Says he could eat them three times a week and be a very happy man. Apparently they're super spicy, and he sweats enough to prove it. They also have Coke in bottles, which thrills him to no end. My only complaint lately has been that the chips brought out when you arrive have been a little stale. But I really love the red sauce they come with, so I eat them up anyway. As noted by others, the decor is no great shakes, but it's clean. And that's all that really matters to me. Oh, and let me tell you: when you've got a slight hangover -- not enough to keep you in the house, but enough to make everything just a little too hard to deal with -- eat here. It always fixes me right up.
(4)Jackie A.
They have significantly raised their prices on their breakfast plates which is a big time bummer since those are my favorite dishes.
(3)C.Rose P.
My highest compliments. I am from California, where amazing mexican food is rampant... This is the first mexican restaurant Ive been to outside of the bordering states that had really good, traditional food. I had the most SPECTACULAR cactus burrito... Their menu is large, their salsas are hot and flavorful, and the prices are awesome! Keep it up, you have a fan for life!
(5)Dana D.
I find it odd that they don't serve alcohol. Won't find a Corona here. On a brighter note, it was the un-greasiest mexican food I have ever had. I am so used to getting food sitting in a pool of grease, and that was not the case at Taqueria Guerrero- I ordered chicken flautas that were fried to perfection, crispy and not a drip of grease on the plate- no joke. Even the rice and beans were good- they had flavor! Probably the closest thing to authentic mexican food in New Orleans. The decor is pretty boring and basic- but don't let that deter you- seriously. If you want a good plate of mexican, this is your place. The menu is pretty large and the prices are very reasonable.
(4)Tom K.
Consistently good and the green sauce rules! I don't have to pay for chips and salsa nor is my bill $75 for two people at a Mexican place. Only downside is no alcoholic beverages.
(5)Shannon S.
This is a very authentic Mexican and not Tex-Mex restaurant. With that being said the majority of the stuff is the same old tired Mexican theme of things wrapped in tortillas. They have decent tacos and have the great authentic Mexican spicy green sauce that burns so hot and tingly. They do have some sandwiches and other assorted items not found in the typical NOLA Mexican place. The area where this restaurant shines is in its selection of soups. They have a large selection of many types of soups and stews that you just won't easily find anywhere else in the area. The caldo de pollo (they recently have cut back on making this) and caldo de camarones are two of my favorites here but they also offer lots of other meats and different combinations. The prices are generally a decent value and they have a large selection of Mexican beverages (but no booze). A decent stop for a quick meal before heading next door to Brocato's for a bit of dessert.
(3)David M.
Some of the best pupusas and tamales in New Orleans! I've been maybe seven times and have not had a bad meal or bad services. Prices are good too! They appear to get your beer from the bar next door but this is more amusing than a hassle.
(4)Jerry S.
Usually I stop in and get the Tacos. Several meats available, very authentic. I tried an entree but was disappointed. I like my Chili Rellenos breaded, deep fried and floating in melted cheese, with the usual rice and beans. What I got was baked and floating in a red gravy. OK but did not have the texture of crisp and cheesy I like better. It was more or less something I would make at home in a rush but not what I expect cooked for me. Go for the taco, always good, avoid an entree unless you like what they prepare. It is more like home cooking then what I expect in a restaurant. Although the price is low and food very filling I was well fed but not crispy, cheesy, like I wanted.
(3)Michael S.
Good traditional Mexican food. Tortas for lunch are my favorite, but I also like to take the family here for a quick cheap dinner outing. Had Flautas and Tacos tonight and we all left satisfied. No booze, BYO or hit up the bar next door for a cerveza. Cleanliness of the place is a little suspect.
(3)Star B.
best mexican food in new orleans, hands down.
(5)jer h.
Excellent and authentic. Really tasty food, without the overdose of salt I found at other local places.
(4)Brian C.
The gorditas are good. If you want tex mex, stick to superior grill, if you want authentic Mexican, come here.
(4)Glen B.
Taqueria Guerrero is a decent mexican place. You'll find pretty much everything you'd see at other mexican places at relatively good prices. I ordered my favorite mexican dish, Chiles Rellenos. My girl got enchiladas. The chiles rellenos was prepared a little differently than I'm used to, perhaps a different batter and stuffing, but was alright. They brang out little corn tortillas with it gave the meal an interesting twist as I made chiles rellenos tacos with the beans and rice and lettuce they gave me. That was surprisingly fun, but my quest for the perfect chiles rellenos in N.O. continues. I'll probably be back when I want good cheap mexican food.
(3)Sophie J.
This is the best burrito in New Orleans. The ambiance is funny -- they have a big flat-screen TV that has a glimmering image of a waterfall on their lime-green wall -- but for me, that adds to the appeal. While they don't serve alcohol, they do make a mean horchata, which I recommend. I get the vegetarian burrito without cheese or sour cream and always leave feeling like it was the most spectacular burrito I've had on the dirty coast.
(5)Spanky M.
they carnitas is cold blooded for real.
(5)Sarah R.
Every time I go here, I get the taco salad with steak in it, no cilantro (if you're like me and hate cilantro, be sure to specify that you don't want any when you order because otherwise a lot of finely minced, impossible to pick out cilantro will ruin the otherwise delicious dish for you). While the meat does tend to be a bit gristly sometimes, it's flavorful and good. I always leave satisfied. Whatever the saucy green stuff is that comes with the chips and salsa is really delicious. I really like their chips. Their staff is generally nice, but not especially attentive. Trying to get a drink refill or your check can be a bit tedious at times. Also, they have Mexican Coke, which is just like regular Coke but sans corn syrup! Best of all, everything here is super affordable! I prefer this 100x over pretentious, poor quality Juan's up the street!
(4)Chris L.
Last couple times I've been back the quality of the food declined. They seem to be using cheaper ingredients and it just doesn't taste as good as it used to... Boo...
(3)Dorothy Y.
Next door to my favorite bar and second-favorite ice cream shop? Score! Cali homies, this is the spot y'all need to hit up! Posole on Wednesdays, tons of specials, a take out menu with photographs and no prices... Delicious. I love the chuleta because I'm a pork fiend (pork chop with salsa verde). I've come with vegetarians before and they haven't had trouble with options (tortas, veggie burritos, sopes with no meat). I also enjoy the ultra-bright television playing MTV Tres at full blast. Makes me miss San Diego.
(4)Craig C.
Tried this little spot last night for dinner. The decor of the place is typical, low-profile, no rhyme or reason kind of style. Way too much flourescent lighting though. The service was the worst I've experienced in quite some time. Our server had the attitude of an angry old man - short tempered, condescending, and just plain-old surly. She walked away while we were still asking questions about the food. She rolled her eyes while speaking to us. She pushed food at us when she served it. I'm typically immune to the personality of a server when I eat, but this chick actually started to bug me. The food was equally disappointing. I absolutely love down-home, authentic Mexican food. As noted in other reviews, the chips were stale and unsalted. The guacamole looked as if it had been regurgitated. As hard as it may be to believe, there did not seem to be much avocado in the guacamole. It was a soupy mush with a few chunks of avocado. Ridiculous. The Mole Poblano was the best thing we ate, and it was average at best. The Dona Maria mole available at most supermarkets has more character and complexity. The Shrimp Ala Plancha was 10-12 small grilled shrimp served with still raw onions and peppers. The rice and beans were ok, but not memorable. Our server literally dropped my wife's shrimp in front of her, went to another table to take an order, brought them their drinks, and finally, 4-5 minutes later literally dropped my chicken mole in front of me. That was the last time we saw her. I brought the uneaten guacamole soup with me to the cashier and told them I was unhappy with it. The gentleman working the cash register did not speak English so he summoned a young girl to translate. I told her the same thing - the guacamole was not good. She went back and forth between us for a few more minutes and finally told me that he was not going to charge us for the guac. Still, $30+ for a crappy meal with no alcoholic beverages felt like a rip-off. We won't be back.
(1)Andy E.
Above average mexican food, yes actual mexican food not tex-mex. While they are lacking in certain things decor, alcohol license to name a few. I have eaten here twice and its been solid, much better than Juan's down the street. I have had the al pastor tacos and they were great, as was the chimichunga(sp?), yes I know those are typical tex-mex dishes but wanted to play it safe the first couple of times. My friend got a dish with eggs, tortillas, cheese, and shredded pork that was amazing. All in all pretty good, but I'd get the food to go unless you like Univision soaps on the big screen and red checkered table cloths.
(3)Kurt E.
Had dinner here recently. Had the Tamale's and pupusas. Both were excellent. To date this is by far the best authentic mexican food in New Orleans. Good service. Prices are good. Dont be scared off by the decor. The food is great. You should enjoy your dining experience here if in the mood for mexican food.
(4)John B.
decent mexican, good price, friendly and laid back
(4)A Q.
They don't have limes on the premises?! Had al pastor tacos with cilantro and onion. Top three worst I've ever had.
(2)Heather S.
The pork tacos were somewhere in between good and okay, and the salsa is really really good. But all in all it is pretty mediocre and expensive for what it is.
(3)Vin d.
ordered enchiladas and fajita's. we were not impressed. will not be going back. not sure why our experience was different from others.
(2)Russell W.
Very good Mexican food. More authentic than say, Taqueria Corona. Some of the wait staff does not know English. Plus they have the ultra classy red/white checkered vinyl tablecloths for your eating pleasure. I recommend hitting up the gelataria next door afterwards.
(4)Khanh N.
The most authentic, best Mexican food in town-- hands down. Mmmm mole and horchata
(4)Julian V.
SO good. Get the agua fresca! Hell get anything and you won't be disappointed. Oh wait, I take that back. Don't get the Cactus Tacos, they are not really much to run home about. But the rest of the menu is super delicious. It's pretty affordable by New Orleans standards, and I kind of like that it's right by Brocato's for dessert.
(5)Nadia K.
So I live in Boston, and let me tell you- Boston mexican food tastes like someone put it in the back of their pickup in bum-fuck-nowhere canada and drove it down... it's pretty much inedible. Finding this place was like a gift from god, and no I'm completely atheist, but I thank god for this place. I had the tamales- which were perfect, the maiz was incredible- the perfect balance of smooth texture and firmness. The pork inside was chunky and had obviously been prepared by an expert with care. The chile relleno was perfect too- not over done, had the right amount of searing on the pepper and the fry batter was just the right thickness, and the cheese inside was simple but very tasty and fresh and balanced out the hot spice of the pepper. I think I'm going to go back and buy some tamales to freeze and bring home to boston.
(5)Dustin S.
good food....real mexican food...friendly people..only down is no beer......if you are going to eat mexican a cold cerveza is what you need to wash it down!!
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