Delicious birria tacos! Friendly staff and large portions at a good price.
Atmosphere: 3
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Tacos Birria, Quesabirria
Ryan Patterson
#1 food place in Ames for me ,Quesabirrias so good..BUT it's the Torta Birria that stood out ? haven't found anything comparable in any city I've been in the US since trying Tacos El Primo. Idk how common or authentic a Birria torta is, but it was so good and since moving from ames I am determined to try and find another one like the one from tacos El primoParking: parking lot that is small but always has space, so it is easy to drive up and get food without hassle
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Birria Torta
Daniel Heer
Amazing fast food. Seriously. Flavorful, good price, and darn good eatin. Don’t wear a white shirt.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
MTG OVERLORD
better than the campus taco truck and has a better
Atmosphere: 4
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Tacos Birria
Ayla Schiller
The food is amazing, low price, and they always pack everything in a tidy and neat manner. Would recommend !!Dietary restrictions: Always great about putting no cilantro on my food :)
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Tacos Birria
Purple Cupcake
In our democratic republic there are those that eat, and there are those that cook. I’m am the one that does the eating. At approximately snack:30 I stumbled upon Tacos el primo to curb my hunger. I was greated by a wonderful man who was very attentive while taking my order. The food filled my belly with joy. I am very satisfied. Thank you! Blessings to all!
Atmosphere: 3
Food: 4
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Tacos Birria, Street Tacos
Cody Menting
Best street tacos in ames. Quesadila is fire
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Fritz Groszkruger
Tasty alternative to Rick's around the corner. Both places serve excellent food and customize for my wife's unusual taste.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Christina Crow
Our favorite is the Birria Torta (brisket). Tonight's was amazing!! 3 sauce options, grilled onion on the side and what I'm calling a bowl of brisket au jus. Very delicious. Can't wait to stop by again.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Birria Torta
Lobster ..
Went out yesterday in Ames with the intent to try the food truck, Rico's Tacos. Unfortunately, Rico had other ideas. Drove to his usual spot and could only find a "CLOSED" sign. Dejected but undaunted, I doubled back on my route to Duff Ave., where I found Tacos El Primo set up in the parking lot of Ames Tire Shop.Right off the bat, I was impressed; they had picnic table seating for customers, WITH an awning overhead! Now that we're reaching the really hot part of the year, that little detail is greatly appreciated. Not only that, but as I walked up, the staff was immediately sanitizing the tables that had just vacated by some customers. Another greatly appreciated aspect.I looked over the menu and found pretty much what you'd expect from a taco truck. Nothing really popped out as strange or exotic, and that was perfect; I just wanted some standard, solid, taco truck fare. One thing they DID have that caught my eye was birria options. I'd heard of it before, but had never tried it, so this was clearly kismet.I placed my order--one regular taco and the Mega Quesabirria--and was given a pager. Rare for Iowa in August, it was a beautifully sunny, yet mild, day, with frequent cool breezes under that canopy, as I waited for my order. And I didn't have to wait long at all.The paper basket I was handed was delightfully heavy, my friends. Included with my food were two different sauces of varying heat, my cup of birria consomme, a roasted jalapeno (I think), two lime wedges, and some grilled onions lining the bottom. It was very nice, and stacked/presented beautifully. And that birria sauce is magic! Not only does it add some incredible, rich flavor, but a spoonful of the consomme quelled the heat from those hot sauces in no time. As for my food, well, my dinky regular taco wasn't half bad, and had a wonderful amount of cilantro on it. The birria quesadilla, though--I think the analytical part of my brain powered down when it hit my tongue; my mind went from "scrutinize" to "devour" after the first bite. It was incredible and I didn't want it to end.I wouldn't be honest if I didn't include my disappointment at the size of my $2.50 taco. I don't know if the photo does it justice or not, but it was TINY. The taste was fine but, compared to the value of what was on the menu and the other part of my order, that widdo baby taco was overpriced by at least a dollar.That being said, I look forward to visiting them again, and soon!
Delicious birria tacos! Friendly staff and large portions at a good price.
Atmosphere: 3
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Tacos Birria, Quesabirria
#1 food place in Ames for me ,Quesabirrias so good..BUT it's the Torta Birria that stood out ? haven't found anything comparable in any city I've been in the US since trying Tacos El Primo. Idk how common or authentic a Birria torta is, but it was so good and since moving from ames I am determined to try and find another one like the one from tacos El primoParking: parking lot that is small but always has space, so it is easy to drive up and get food without hassle
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Birria Torta
Amazing fast food. Seriously. Flavorful, good price, and darn good eatin. Don’t wear a white shirt.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
better than the campus taco truck and has a better
Atmosphere: 4
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Tacos Birria
The food is amazing, low price, and they always pack everything in a tidy and neat manner. Would recommend !!Dietary restrictions: Always great about putting no cilantro on my food :)
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Tacos Birria
In our democratic republic there are those that eat, and there are those that cook. I’m am the one that does the eating. At approximately snack:30 I stumbled upon Tacos el primo to curb my hunger. I was greated by a wonderful man who was very attentive while taking my order. The food filled my belly with joy. I am very satisfied. Thank you! Blessings to all!
Atmosphere: 3
Food: 4
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Tacos Birria, Street Tacos
Best street tacos in ames. Quesadila is fire
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Tasty alternative to Rick's around the corner. Both places serve excellent food and customize for my wife's unusual taste.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Our favorite is the Birria Torta (brisket). Tonight's was amazing!! 3 sauce options, grilled onion on the side and what I'm calling a bowl of brisket au jus. Very delicious. Can't wait to stop by again.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Birria Torta
Went out yesterday in Ames with the intent to try the food truck, Rico's Tacos. Unfortunately, Rico had other ideas. Drove to his usual spot and could only find a "CLOSED" sign. Dejected but undaunted, I doubled back on my route to Duff Ave., where I found Tacos El Primo set up in the parking lot of Ames Tire Shop.Right off the bat, I was impressed; they had picnic table seating for customers, WITH an awning overhead! Now that we're reaching the really hot part of the year, that little detail is greatly appreciated. Not only that, but as I walked up, the staff was immediately sanitizing the tables that had just vacated by some customers. Another greatly appreciated aspect.I looked over the menu and found pretty much what you'd expect from a taco truck. Nothing really popped out as strange or exotic, and that was perfect; I just wanted some standard, solid, taco truck fare. One thing they DID have that caught my eye was birria options. I'd heard of it before, but had never tried it, so this was clearly kismet.I placed my order--one regular taco and the Mega Quesabirria--and was given a pager. Rare for Iowa in August, it was a beautifully sunny, yet mild, day, with frequent cool breezes under that canopy, as I waited for my order. And I didn't have to wait long at all.The paper basket I was handed was delightfully heavy, my friends. Included with my food were two different sauces of varying heat, my cup of birria consomme, a roasted jalapeno (I think), two lime wedges, and some grilled onions lining the bottom. It was very nice, and stacked/presented beautifully. And that birria sauce is magic! Not only does it add some incredible, rich flavor, but a spoonful of the consomme quelled the heat from those hot sauces in no time. As for my food, well, my dinky regular taco wasn't half bad, and had a wonderful amount of cilantro on it. The birria quesadilla, though--I think the analytical part of my brain powered down when it hit my tongue; my mind went from "scrutinize" to "devour" after the first bite. It was incredible and I didn't want it to end.I wouldn't be honest if I didn't include my disappointment at the size of my $2.50 taco. I don't know if the photo does it justice or not, but it was TINY. The taste was fine but, compared to the value of what was on the menu and the other part of my order, that widdo baby taco was overpriced by at least a dollar.That being said, I look forward to visiting them again, and soon!
Restaurantji Recommends
This burrito is 75% rice!! For $9.99 that is nothing but a ripoff. What a huge disappointment.
Atmosphere: 1
Food: 1
Service: 3
Recommended dishes: Burritos
The quesa birria tacos are the best!
Atmosphere: 3
Food: 5
Service: 5
I disrespected them waiting so long to try. Eat it
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Tacos Birria
The food was really good. However, do not expect the prices to be lower than comparable (or better) sit down restaurant prices.
Atmosphere: 3
Food: 4
Service: 4
Recommended dishes: Quesadillas
Best Mexican spot in town & it isn't even close. Thanks guys!