Viva El Taco Mexican Food: A Taste of Authentic Mexican Delights in Colorado Springs

21 Aug 23 out oldest son took us there because I was in the mood for Mexican food. I had their chicken quesadilla which was huge so I brought half of it home. My husband and my son had their beef tacos and we got fast service because the restaurant was empty. Truu it ed a new sweet drink they had which was great. All three of us d joyed our meals. It is not a fancy restaurant but their Mexican food is gre

For nearly a year my spouse has been trying to take me to this place. He has been coming here for two decades since college. Finally, this weekend we had an errand in the neighborhood so we decided to pop in for lunch. I could not believe how good the food was. I had the chorizo plate ($10.30) with a flour tortilla and he had two tacos. The tortilla was about 20 inches in diameter and I could only get through half of my meal before I finally gave up and took the rest home for later. I had a large soda and our entire meal was about $20. When you walk in, the menu is posted with photos for each item. The restaurant seems like an old fast food joint with a condiments and garnish bar in the middle. You place your order at the counter, then they call your order out when it's ready for pickup. The service was very fast and good. They also have a drive-thru option. Inside the restaurant, they have a TV that was playing infomercials in Spanish while we were there. They also have candy and sticker vending machines. For just 50 cents, you can get funny stickers, so you know I left with two. I'm already looking forward to my next visit.

The carne asada quesadilla is really good. The prices are good too. Food comes quick.

This place is not only consistent in food quality. They also serve you a good and honest portion further than other restaurants. I come through the drive through often with my friend who recommended them to me one night. I order carne asada fries usually because it's a safe bet, but as I write this I'm branching out to see if the restaurant truly has what it takes for success over the next ten years in the developing Colorado Springs arena. As I think right now, these guys are hardworking and I haven't been disappointed 3 times. They say the third time is the charm, and this place gave me charm in the first ever experience I have. If you are a native of Mexico or a generation coming, this place is authentic. Real cooks. Real food. Real love toward the people who eat there. -S.G.N

My go to Mexican food place when I want something cheap but still very tasty. When not busy, they will have your food out very quickly. I went to the restroom and when I got out, my breakfast burrito was ready right of the grill and tasted amazing. Really clean place and the people are nice and respectful.