I know the conventional wisdom says not to judge a restaurant before trying it at least three times, but I am definitely judging. As far as the service, they tried way too hard to be friendly, but did not actually want to engage in a meaningful way and make sure that the food actually was good. It just felt like one giant upsell opportunity for them. And the tacos. The cauliflower seasonal taco was actually really, really good! But the shrimp taco completely missed the mark. All of the tacos were flaccid and had only one tortilla. That construction does not hold up the insides! It just felt very cheap and I definitely overpaid for substandard food. I will not return to Bartaco, but maybe you will have a better experience
harsh shah
Went there for happy hour and bartender Cici was amazing. Food was great!Will definitely come back.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
K. Antonio Wright
They are cute here I wish I would have taken da job when I was offered it.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Michael William Majorczak
Over priced. Music too loud. Portions to small. Seats extremely uncomfortable. Taco Bell is better. 7 tacos 2 margaritas 1 guacamole n lousy chips 1 street corn. $92.32. Highway Robbery. Only saving grace was the Margarita. Tasted great. Way too small for $13.50. Ripoff.
Atmosphere: 2
Food: 3
Service: 2
Ernest
The atmosphere is nice, unfortunately the food is not good. The Pozole looks like mole. too saturated in flavor.
The tacos are so so
The service not efficient, I had to wait for a taco pibil for 45 minutes
The sauces are OK.
The prices are ok to the quality of food
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 2
Service: 2
Carol Roos
Great food, friendly service and good vibes. Having Celiac’s I’m happy to have a place that’s gluten free and celiac friendly with delicious food. I often get ceviche, the pork belly taco, guacamole with chips, plantains and margaritas. I have tried other tacos and bowls too and all are good. It’s nice to try a little bit of everything or share with friends or date.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 4
Kevin
Amazing service/staff and great ambiance!
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
R
Nice little taco spot in Ballston. You order through your phone. The drinks were tasty and the tacos were good. If you want a true surprise give the falafel taco a
The bartenders at this location are amazing I’ve never had a terrible drink and the drinks are affordable and the small plates are amazing. The food and drinks are served quickly and are great quality. This is my favorite place for happy hour!
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Pauline Solano
Always love going to bartaco. The service is great (shout out to the manager) who makes sure we’re satisfied with everything.
Bad experience with a friend here dropped me off and left me with the bill. Food is great expensive and very light.
Atmosphere: 3
Food: 3
Service: 3
casey brokaw
Love this place. Excellent mezcal menu, perfect tacos and the service is very attentive. Not sure why the negative reviews, this is an amazing location
Zadia *Music*
Food was really bland.
Atmosphere: 4
Food: 3
Service: 4
Brian Vanderburg
Love this place. Food is always on point and service is always exceptional.
Atmosphere: 4
Food: 5
Service: 5
Janeal Bean
I ordered I few tacos tonight but when I was biting into my mushroom taco, I bit down on a hard "mushroom" which turned out to be a piece of wood it looks like. This is probably a one off thing but it was very unpleasant.
I know the conventional wisdom says not to judge a restaurant before trying it at least three times, but I am definitely judging. As far as the service, they tried way too hard to be friendly, but did not actually want to engage in a meaningful way and make sure that the food actually was good. It just felt like one giant upsell opportunity for them. And the tacos. The cauliflower seasonal taco was actually really, really good! But the shrimp taco completely missed the mark. All of the tacos were flaccid and had only one tortilla. That construction does not hold up the insides! It just felt very cheap and I definitely overpaid for substandard food. I will not return to Bartaco, but maybe you will have a better experience
Went there for happy hour and bartender Cici was amazing. Food was great!Will definitely come back.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
They are cute here I wish I would have taken da job when I was offered it.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Over priced. Music too loud. Portions to small. Seats extremely uncomfortable. Taco Bell is better. 7 tacos 2 margaritas 1 guacamole n lousy chips 1 street corn. $92.32. Highway Robbery. Only saving grace was the Margarita. Tasted great. Way too small for $13.50. Ripoff.
Atmosphere: 2
Food: 3
Service: 2
The atmosphere is nice, unfortunately the food is not good. The Pozole looks like mole. too saturated in flavor. The tacos are so so The service not efficient, I had to wait for a taco pibil for 45 minutes The sauces are OK. The prices are ok to the quality of food
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 2
Service: 2
Great food, friendly service and good vibes. Having Celiac’s I’m happy to have a place that’s gluten free and celiac friendly with delicious food. I often get ceviche, the pork belly taco, guacamole with chips, plantains and margaritas. I have tried other tacos and bowls too and all are good. It’s nice to try a little bit of everything or share with friends or date.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 4
Amazing service/staff and great ambiance!
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Nice little taco spot in Ballston. You order through your phone. The drinks were tasty and the tacos were good. If you want a true surprise give the falafel taco a
Atmosphere: 3
Food: 4
Service: 3
Recommended dishes: Falafel, Roasted Duck, Pork Belly Tacos
The bartenders at this location are amazing I’ve never had a terrible drink and the drinks are affordable and the small plates are amazing. The food and drinks are served quickly and are great quality. This is my favorite place for happy hour!
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Always love going to bartaco. The service is great (shout out to the manager) who makes sure we’re satisfied with everything.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Rice Bowl, Pork Belly Tacos, Oyster Duck Pork Belly and Carnitas Tacos Duck Taco
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Bad experience with a friend here dropped me off and left me with the bill. Food is great expensive and very light.
Atmosphere: 3
Food: 3
Service: 3
Love this place. Excellent mezcal menu, perfect tacos and the service is very attentive. Not sure why the negative reviews, this is an amazing location
Food was really bland.
Atmosphere: 4
Food: 3
Service: 4
Love this place. Food is always on point and service is always exceptional.
Atmosphere: 4
Food: 5
Service: 5
I ordered I few tacos tonight but when I was biting into my mushroom taco, I bit down on a hard "mushroom" which turned out to be a piece of wood it looks like. This is probably a one off thing but it was very unpleasant.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 3
Service: 5