What People Are Saying About Taco Mesa
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The Scene – Once a deserted Taco Bell, this gussied-up taco stand transports its loyal following to Mexico. Fresh fruit adorns the wall behind the cashier and half a dozen tables are scattered on the patio. No matter what the hour, a long line of suits, hungry families and college kids stretches out the door. – – The Food – Taco Mesa's inventive specials and traditional favorites are made with super-fresh ingredients and without a trace of lard. Crunchy carnitas and crispy chicken and fish tacos with cotija cheese go far beyond the usual taco-stand caliber.…
09/06/09
Good Yucatan-Style Mexican Food, Friendly Staff
by theliterati
My friend and I were famished after an early morning walk on the beach, and an hour of shopping @ Ikea. We wanted something quick, but not fast food quick, so she recommended Taco Mesa. She warned me that not to be put off by the fact that it was a converted Taco Bell, and assured me that the food was good and flavorful.
We ordered two tacos each - two each of carne asada, and carnitas pibil (roasted pork in red sauce) - for just over $8. The tacos are served in the small, palm-sized corn tacos (two per taco) and virtually stuffed with meat, diced onions and cilantro. They were filling without being too heavy, and went along nicely with the cold Bohemia we picked up at a nearby store.
The place was a bit crowded, but we were in and out relatively quickly, and were served by gracious employees who were pleasant in spite of the crowds. Definitely recommended.
- Pros: Billed as fresh and healthy and delivers on that promise
- Cons: A little small, not much ambience, but OK
01/26/08
Gourmet mexican fusion at gourmet prices with no service and no ambiance
by quesadilla
No frills, gourmet style mexican fusion. The food is decent/good so long as you know that it isnt authentic style mexican food you're going for, it's sort of a fusion like you might find at Kantina. The prices are comparable to Kantina but there is no service, no ambience and you eat on an uneven concrete patio on uneven tables. If you're going to spend this kind of money on Mexican food spend a little more and go to El Ranchito or Kantina. At Kantina you have the same style Mexican fusion with smoking hot wait staff, great drinks, hot customers, good views and ambience. I'd pass up the concrete fushion with a view of the DMV and no service for Mexican fushion near the bay.
- Pros: Hmmm....
- Cons: Long wait in line due to slow inefficient order taking, no service, lame dining area
01/06/07
Over Rated ... but great salads!
by cocotheslug
Don't here looking for authentic mexican food. It's a little over rated. But, WOW ... the salads are huge and cheap. ~Try Jugos Acapulcos down the street for an authentica experiencia~
The Details on Taco Mesa
Know Before You Go:
Don't have cash? There's an ATM on the premises.
Where to Sit:
The patio is heated for cold and dreary days.
The Extras:
Try Taco Mesa's full-service catering menu ($300 minimum) for your next special occasion.
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