One word, WOW. This spot is a perfect 5 stars for a reason. Probably the best Mexican food I’ve ever had
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Carne Su Jugo Verde
Abby Abrahamson
Owner is contagiously passionate about his food, which made the experience that much more enjoyable. The juice/horchata/lemonade Are incredible - if it’s your first time, owner lets you sample each one. Ordered the birria quesadilla dinner with chips and guac, all of which were outstanding and so authentic. Will definitely be back!!
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Carne Su Jugo Verde
Peter Braverman
Needed to kill a few minutes after dropping my son off at his school for practice down the street. Stopped in to grab a bite and I’m extremely glad I did. Been there several times now and look forward to going back. Great food. Great service. The owner takes pride in the food and it shows. Very interesting menu. Lots of stuff that I need to try. Awesome neighborhood spot.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Keenan “Redd” Kok-Carlson
Phenomenal local stop for great food and vibes. When I told the owner it was my first time in, he had me try samples of all their in-house drinks from horchata to Mexican lemonade. The torta I ordered was delicious, piping hot from the grill, and the selection of salsas was great. If you are in the Roscoe village area, I strongly recommend checking this place out!
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
V Elgebaly
Owner is such a nice person and so hospitable. I see why he has so many regulars. Thank you for the amazing service. We will definitely be coming back.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Churros, Tacos Ribeye, Tacos De Cochinita Pibil, Guacamole and Chips, Birria Ramen, Carne Asada Taco
Joshua Hickson
Wheelchair accessibility: No
Atmosphere: 4
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Tacos De Cochinita Pibil, Cauliflower Burrito, Guacamole and Chips, Carne Su Jugo Verde
Drew Reynolds
I’m glad this place is in this neighborhood
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Alex Gross
High bar was set by the online community and the family member who walked us through the menu - still it was still exceeded. Great guac, quesabirras, and juice that we had, seems like you can’t go wrong when ordering. Our new go-to Mexican restaurant.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Ben Halom
The best Mexican food I’ve had in a long time! Recommend the suadero.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Mark Malakh
People give five star reviews for just about anything, but this place truly deserves it. Ridiculously good food and great hospitality.
Giving this place a real 5 star review. They have some of the best cochinita I’ve ever had. I tried the Suadero, Pulpo, and Cochinita tacos.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Dafne Garfias
Love the Meat in its juice! ?
Steve V
Tepalcates is incredible! Everything we ordered was so delicious. The owner is so helpful, explaining the menu and helping us select the perfect dinner. It's our new favorite Mexican place! (Sorry no photos... we couldn't wait to dig in !)
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Mark T (Crab Rangoon)
The food here has all been incredible. High quality with very reasonable prices. The owner is super helpful in guiding you through the menu. Happy this place is in the neighborhood! Check it out for some of the best mexican food in the
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Tacos Al Pastor, Torta De Cochinita Pibil, Carne Asada Taco
Jasmin Garcia
Everything was delicious! We got quesabirria and steak tacos w/ rice and beans, as well as 2 homemade aqua frescas. The owner is so nice and welcoming. He offered us to try all their agua frescas before choosing just a horchata. (We left with 2 different flavors.) The passion fruit and mexican lemonade were so good, sweet, and refreshing. He also gave us 4 different fresh salsas to try. Definitely a win and will be making this our go to taco spot
One word, WOW. This spot is a perfect 5 stars for a reason. Probably the best Mexican food I’ve ever had
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Carne Su Jugo Verde
Owner is contagiously passionate about his food, which made the experience that much more enjoyable. The juice/horchata/lemonade Are incredible - if it’s your first time, owner lets you sample each one. Ordered the birria quesadilla dinner with chips and guac, all of which were outstanding and so authentic. Will definitely be back!!
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Carne Su Jugo Verde
Needed to kill a few minutes after dropping my son off at his school for practice down the street. Stopped in to grab a bite and I’m extremely glad I did. Been there several times now and look forward to going back. Great food. Great service. The owner takes pride in the food and it shows. Very interesting menu. Lots of stuff that I need to try. Awesome neighborhood spot.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Phenomenal local stop for great food and vibes. When I told the owner it was my first time in, he had me try samples of all their in-house drinks from horchata to Mexican lemonade. The torta I ordered was delicious, piping hot from the grill, and the selection of salsas was great. If you are in the Roscoe village area, I strongly recommend checking this place out!
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Owner is such a nice person and so hospitable. I see why he has so many regulars. Thank you for the amazing service. We will definitely be coming back.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Churros, Tacos Ribeye, Tacos De Cochinita Pibil, Guacamole and Chips, Birria Ramen, Carne Asada Taco
Wheelchair accessibility: No
Atmosphere: 4
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Tacos De Cochinita Pibil, Cauliflower Burrito, Guacamole and Chips, Carne Su Jugo Verde
I’m glad this place is in this neighborhood
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
High bar was set by the online community and the family member who walked us through the menu - still it was still exceeded. Great guac, quesabirras, and juice that we had, seems like you can’t go wrong when ordering. Our new go-to Mexican restaurant.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
The best Mexican food I’ve had in a long time! Recommend the suadero.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
People give five star reviews for just about anything, but this place truly deserves it. Ridiculously good food and great hospitality.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Restaurantji Recommends
Giving this place a real 5 star review. They have some of the best cochinita I’ve ever had. I tried the Suadero, Pulpo, and Cochinita tacos.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Love the Meat in its juice! ?
Tepalcates is incredible! Everything we ordered was so delicious. The owner is so helpful, explaining the menu and helping us select the perfect dinner. It's our new favorite Mexican place! (Sorry no photos... we couldn't wait to dig in !)
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
The food here has all been incredible. High quality with very reasonable prices. The owner is super helpful in guiding you through the menu. Happy this place is in the neighborhood! Check it out for some of the best mexican food in the
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Tacos Al Pastor, Torta De Cochinita Pibil, Carne Asada Taco
Everything was delicious! We got quesabirria and steak tacos w/ rice and beans, as well as 2 homemade aqua frescas. The owner is so nice and welcoming. He offered us to try all their agua frescas before choosing just a horchata. (We left with 2 different flavors.) The passion fruit and mexican lemonade were so good, sweet, and refreshing. He also gave us 4 different fresh salsas to try. Definitely a win and will be making this our go to taco spot
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5