I came here for lunch yesterday. I ordered the al pastor burrito. It was a first for me. It was good. It almost didn't happened because when we got there, they said they ran out of tortillas for the burritos, and just as I was about to order a bowl, someone said they have tortillas. It's a small place, and the back patio is a lot larger and of course they have musters running which is great. The server was friendly and brought out our meals. I was also curious about the tamarind juice they offer. I tried it but it was super sweet. I am not sure about this next part which I did not consider for my review, but I don't use my credit card often... And I used my credit card here. An hour later, I got a fraud protection alert saying there was a large purchase using my card! I suspect that someone skimmed my card while I was trying the tamarind juice. I cannot confirm or deny but just to be safe, I recommend bringing cash.
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Mike C.
A buddy of mine put me on to this place and I'm so glad he did. AMAZEBALLS! The atmosphere is really laid back and quaint. AWESOME outside patio area, incredible food and great low prices. WINNER!
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Mehrdad H.
The taste of the food was alright but the problem was that the food made me sick. I have eaten in the worst places and have never gotten sick and my stomach doesn't reflect so easily to bad food. But this place made me sick and will never go there again. I don't recommend it!
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Stephanie P.
What is this.....a taco for ants?! I wish I could give this place a 5 star rating because boy do I love me some good Mexican food, but I just can't do it. Their tacos are like wee little babies and the chicken pieces are bite size, like safe enough for an infant with no teeth to eat. For the price def not worth it. I much prefer to throw down on some Wadda's tacos in old town where each bite is worth every penny. Now I will say-they are not lacking in the refried beans department. Not sure if crack is their secret ingredient but uhhh, I'm addicted. So if you go-order the beans and order ten tacos so it's basically like 3 normal tacos. But those beans doe.
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Anthony P.
Adios America's. Not sure what happened here, but I'm guessing they expanded too rapidly and quality control was over looked. Picked up some food to-go today. Ordered a carne asada burrito and a "trio" which is chips, guac, and salsa. Getting back to the office, after three bites of the burrito I bit down and something rock hard was in the burrito- so that was fun. Several bites later the same thing happened, and as much as I love my dentist- I'm not in a hurry to see him- so I had to throw away my burrito. Now onto the $7.00 side order of chips (which literally were 80% broken into tiny pieces) and salsa with no flavor profile whatsoever. I really liked this spot- and hope they can get it together. Quality matters, and that will make or break you. Why not have an option of chips and Guac like Chipolte? $2.50 and done, instead of $7.00 for flavorless salsa, broken chips- and decent guac. I wish this place the best- and hope they can do better.
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Amy M.
This had to be the worst meal I have had while visiting Arizona!! My suggestion is "don't go"
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Karin Z.
Amazing food. Great prices. Worth the walk in old town Scottsdale. The guacamole is so good. Order it on the side. Has screens to view sports for you enthusiasts. Love it.
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Michelle T.
I just finished another delicious meal at America's Taco Shop in Old Town Scottsdale! The have the best bean & cheese burros I've eaten, and I'm a burrito connoisseur. I appreciate the fact that their burritos are made lard-free and no pinto beans. And the staff is friendly and hardworking. Special shoutout to Connie--thanks for the great service!! I Highly recommend this family-owned business!!
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p e.
If you find yourself stuck at PDX and are in need of food, you could do much worse than eating at America's Taco Shop at Terminal 5. The staff here are friendly and professional. I had a chicken quesadilla and they loaded it with very delicious cubed chicken from their griddle. Also, they have totally kickass habanero sauce. Come here, eat lots of delicious food before getting on your big flying germ tube to whatever your destination might be.
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Brittany W.
So I was craving tacos this fine Tuesday and stumbled upon America's (thanks to Yelp!). I sold my boyfriend on the idea of their Tuesday special of four tacos for $6.95 so we headed over and devoured our meal! We did two chicken and two al pastor tacos. The chicken is awesome because it's perfectly topped with their guacamole. The al pastor on the other hand, brings a fun flavor profile to the taco with the addition of pineapple. We also ordered America's Corn which is Mexican style corn on the cob and it was fresh, hot, and addicting! My boyfriend ordered the horchata and described it as delicious, an extra kick of cinnamon and not too thick, the perfect consistency. I got to take a sip and couldn't agree more. Lastly, the staff was super friendly! Decent prices and super casual restaurant.
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Renee S.
This was the worst taco experience ever! My suggestion is keep walking by! . No cold beer to wash down the Yuk!
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Holly C.
Take out review only. I tried the carne asada burrito which was clean & not greasy. The flavor was pretty good - a little Americanized, but was pretty good.
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Annette F.
You know when you have a habit of being a repeat customer, when they ask "where have you been?" I can honestly say I stop in here a lot! This isn't a fancy place but the food will be awesome. They have a huge patio and now they have add a ping pong table. This is a great place for friends and family to come together and have a great meal. Bean and Cheese Burrito, America's Way. Everyone must try this!! Best burrito I've had (sorry grandma). Add an order of chips and salsa and your order is complete. ATS has the friendliest staff and is the best place to grab a bite. Hike, bike, run or walk to ATS soon!
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Rich L.
Worst mexican meal I've ever had, the burrito was a flour tortilla wrapped around bean goo. They gave me a tiny portion of salsa in a jello shot cup that got me through about a quarter of the burrito which is about all I ate before tossing it all in disgust. To to top it off they have no liquor licence so no beer to chase away the taste. If I was starving and they were the only place open ,I would just continue to starve.
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Adrixx C.
I wanted to like this place because is very close to where I live. I ordered a burrito and I got a mini burrito. I thinks is overpriced for the size. The pastor was good. I may comeback for their special on Tuesday to give it a try on the tacos
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Chris T.
Great tacos. Worth the walk away from all the touristy crap in Old Town to get some good tacos and burritos!
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chris g.
Not even close to authentic. Carne asada was ok, but no rice, beans, sour cream or cheese in the xl burrito. The pastor taco had no flavor, and for almost $3 for a taco overpriced. Do yourself a favor, go to Chipotle like we did after because we were still hungry.
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Frank B.
Learn how to make a quality taco with taste.. Bland Bland Bland ! I'm mean this is a case of photo looks better than actual food itself. Only problem is I can't eat the photo without getting indigestion. I'm sure you will find another taco stand verse waste your hard earned money at this place.
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Samantha F.
So good! We went here spur of the moment and got carne asada tacos and sweet corn and everything was amazing! from the service to the food, as well as the story that tells itself inside the restaurant. We love it!
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Adam N.
Massive portions for the price. I paid $7.99 for an XL burrito that was the length of a dinner plate. The staff was quick, friendly, and the lemonade is fresh squeezed. The highlight of this place is the outdoor patio. It is quiet and relaxed; just what I needed after a long day golfing. In Texas we take Tex-Mex seriously, so this food was only average for me.
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Matt M.
Guys, if you want a meat filled burrito, Do not come here. I ordered the XL burrito and it was all tortilla. Very disappointed. The manager did not care. unbelievable! Went to chipoltle instead.
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Tiffany-Danielle B.
I ordered the chargrilled chicken burrito. It was delicious, but so tiny. I ordered the regular size. It should have been made clear that it was actually a kids sized burrito. For $7, it was a complete rip off.
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Mark H.
Considering the overhead they have to be running to have a location like this in Oldtown Scottsdale, they have very affordable prices. The food is authentic Mexican fare of the taco truck variety. Burritos, tacos, tortas, etc. The waitress was very friendly and helped me find the World Cup on the TV, and at one point the cook came out and said hello. I felt very comfortable and relaxed while I was there, and the food was delicious. Great place to grab a bite if you're in the area!
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Fernanda C.
Food is amazing! The ambience and people are amazing!! Great customer service! If you are looking for getting the best out of your buck this is definitely the place to go!
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keith w.
Probably should be one star. Store bought chips and tortillas. Scrawny meatless overpriced tacos devoid of any real flavor and the carne tasted gamey. Ordered beans, didn't get them but they didn't charge either oh well. No rice?!? I'm befuddled by this especially as it is billed as a home style Mexican. I've never been to a Latin American home (pick a country) that didn't have a pot of rice. Plus rice is cheap, easy to make and filling (and might have made it easier that's I ate three skimpy tacos and I'm still hungry) Corn - flavorless! Plus you've GOT to grill that corn to have it right. Nasty. But the Horchata is good.
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Shayne H.
Did a little Taco Shop pub crawl around OldTown Scottsdale a couple weeks ago (because the first place we went to had tacos the size of... idk something way tinier than a taco should be.) America's Taco Shop was our second stop of the night and I was pretty happy with the size and flavors of the tacos. The Al Pastor was a delightful combo of sweet and savory flavors. In my opinion, the "taco Tuesday" deal could be a bit cheaper, but I'm not complaining. This location was pretty dingy though. We sat outside to get some fresh air and it was sort of a ramshackled assortment of chairs and tables and there were bugs everywhere (monsoon season), but the strung lights made it appear somewhat quaint. I would go again, just maybe to a different location next time.
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Christi K.
In line behind a gal that's picking up carry out, she got her stuff and another customer jumps in front to get her drinks and the guy behind the counter helps her and then he answers the phone and tells me that he'll be right with me... really?! I'm really hungry and not in the mood to be patient. Way to go ahead and take care of your phone orders first instead of the customer waiting directly in front of you. No thanks America's tacos I'm done. I've tried their via Ventura location time and time again for breakfast pick up and they have never gotten my order correct and I've always had to wait once I got there for the order. So "no thank you" I'll go back to eating at other small local businesses that seem to get it right time and again without a hitch.
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Samantha S.
Great food. Happy staff. Love the location and the quaint homey design of the restaurant. Back patio seating is primo !
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Sid P.
Don't order the vegetarian quesadilla here. Just a tortilla with cheese and lettuce. I would have been happy with Taco Bell quesadilla and packaged sauce instead of this. I was surely disappointed by my decision to eat here. I had ordered that day's special dish (very cheap). I was not very hungry. I would not recommend this place to anyone (or anyone vegetarian).
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Queen Happy Face X.
I love tacos! And I love authenic tacos without fluff and gimic. I ordered the chicken taco and the Al Pastor pork taco. So good and super cheap, less then $6! Yay for good Mexican food that satisfies!
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Jessie S.
This is the best America's location. The quality is very consistent compared to other locations. The bean and cheese burrito is the most amazing burrito I've ever had. The fresh spicy salsa does not disappoint. Coffee with horchata and the tacos al pastor are two of my other favorites. Visited this location once with a coworker who proved to be a finicky eater...she did not like what she ordered and they were happy to make her something different. Very nice employees!
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Melissa W.
This place is super cute, old house turned restaurant... Love hanging on the patio having a delicious breakfast burrito.
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Ashlie H.
This place is really cool! I ran into this place on accident while on a bike ride around Scottsdale. This place is a quaint little house/restaurant on the corner of a block, with a huge backyard/patio area. There is not a lot of "decorations" inside to create an actual theme, just very basic nothing really created. They have a TV, tables and chairs set around a pretty decent size rooms. The patio area is beautiful! They have a fountain in the corner, the brick fence is covered in vines, there are very large trees to create shade and they have hung lights around the outside to create a relaxing ambiance. Its nothing spectacular, but simple and peaceful, even with it being right next to a main road. They have a pretty decent menu from the basic tacos and burritos, to vampiros! I had a carne asada taco and a carne asada vampire, both were very good. The meat had a good flavor too it, and I am not a huge guacamole fan, but their guacamole gave the taco and the tostada a really nice kick. I also ordered a side of chips and bean dip. The bean dip was a little bland, but it was nice to have real style Mexican bean did, then the refried Americanized bean dip. I took a little bit of the hot sauce and the guacamole from my taco and added it to to bean dip and it was delicious. This is acute little place to stop by if your in the neighborhood looking for an easy breakfast, lunch or dinner! I definitely recommend the vampire (basically a tostada) and enjoying the nice AZ weather out on their patio!
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Jamie C.
Amazing spot for quick, casual, and authentic tacos. We stayed at the Valley Ho and walked over for lunch. We had the quesadilla and the three tacos - DELICIOUS! The Al Pastor is awesome! This will definitely be a must-stop when we are in Scottsdale visiting next time.
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Chad R.
Great prices and great food. Fresh and a whole lot flavors kicking my tastebuds in the ass.
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Slippery R.
You got to try this place! I ordered America's Way burrito vegan and it was so much more than I expected that I had to give it 5 stars. So, they use Mayocoba beans which I was introduced to today. They are delicious and since I eat beans daily, someone who teaches me about a great new bean is a friend in my book. Its a nothing fancy place with a ping pong table outside. So dont expect white tablecloths, but get ready for great flavors. My meal was like $7 total. Can't beat that price!
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Eric J.
Been here twice so far since visiting from out of town. Food was very good both times. Corn on the cob was an excellent side...an original recipe perfectly cooked.
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Lesa B.
Kinda pricey for the type of food and atmosphere, but the food's okay. I've had better tacos and guacamole nearby for less money.
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Charlie R.
Wanted tacos for dinner, so we checked out this place. Didn't want a chain bot something more authentic. Americas tacos does have several locations, but I would say the food is very authentic. Chips and salsa are good also Tacos were very tasty! Originally ordered 3 steak tacos and ended ordering 3 more because they were so good. Wife also liked her steak quesadilla. Ordered a small and large margarita, those were a little pricey but they were decent. They have a small inside eating area but a large patio. One drawback was the restaurant has posted hours of closing at 9 pm but closed at 8. Great taco place in Old Town Scottsdale!
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Jen R.
I recommend the al pastor Torta (Mexican sandwich). The bread is slightly toasted and just the right size to be a full meal. The reason I gave it 4 stars is because the corn tortillas they use are not very authentic and it doesn't even seem as if they heat them up completely. It's a little small inside but has a huge outside patio.
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Emma S.
We live a 2 min walk from Americas Best Taco Shop, and that's a dangerous thing! Their carne asada tacos are delicious, a little small but filling. They don't have their liquor license but if they did, I would love having a cold Corona on the patio with a bunch of friends. Give them a try!
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Bjern H.
Went here with my family before a spring training game and had a good meal. They have street tacos and burritos, and also a nice selection of beverages including horchata. No churros though.
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Bill M.
Very slow and confused service. Food was pretty good but overall experience was a negative based on the wait.
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Amanda S.
I had the carne asada burrito. It was pretty close to the best carne asada I have ever had. The service was great and speedy. I would definitely go back!
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Bonn B.
The al pastor is fantastic! The Carne asada was good.. And the chicken was OK.. Definitely recommend the al pastor taco, burrito, however you want it :)
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Maggie I.
Cute neighborhood spot. Authentic, tasty food. Walk from Old Town. Seems more local though. I had El Pastor burrito. Hubby had tacos. Side of guac hit the spot! crispy fresh chips. Indoor or casual patio dining. Love the fountain and trees for shade. Friendly staff, quick with food items.
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Jessica C.
What a great spot! Food was fresh, delicious, and service was super friendly. Sister and I loved the ceviche, chicken taco, and carne asada quesadilla. They have daily specials and prices were super reasonable. Definitely will be coming back again.
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Shelbi C.
LOVE this place (all locations)!! I am addicted to their beans and tortillas. Not the best carne asada I've had in my life but I love this place! Super fast and everything I've had there is delicious.
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Laura R.
My overall experience here was pretty good. You order from the counter. The guy at the register that night was very entertaining. He had several recommendations. Even if you didn't want them, he would magically change your mind. There is a large patio outside to hang out, prices are pretty fair and the food was good.
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Bryan G.
Great Carne Asada. Chill atmosphere with an awesome back patio. Will definitely make this my burrito spot.
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Dan F.
Everything was just bland. Maybe we are taco snobs but this place made Rubios look like amazing fancy tacos and everyone knows Rubios is decent but not amazing. We tried all three tacos types. The pastor was overcooked/dry but did have good flavor. The carne was juicy but lacked any flavor. The chicken was just bland. We also tried all three burrito types and found the same in them. The bean and cheese burrito was alright but still nothing special. The al pastor salad was better but the meat was cold and still dry. The dressing was decent and the lettuce crisp. One last thing, the salsa for the chips was like that pureed tomato salsa that is watery. It did have some barely there jalapeno flavor. We tried the hot and the mild but both tasted the same. Maybe they gave us two milds. The service was very good though. Everyone was friendly and the place was clean. We just didn't enjoy the food.
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Michelle W.
Very pleased to find such a comfortable spot in Old Town. Small menu but all the basics covered, & you defiantly don't leave hungry.
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Monica J.
Yay! I am so happy that an America's Taco Shop has opened up in Old Town. It is right on Goldwater and 1st Ave, which is conveniently walking distance to my work. A friend and I went there for tacos at lunch today and since it was the first day of their soft opening we got our lunch for free! The service and food were great and so I know I will be back. They seem to have pretty much the same menu as the other locations and the quality of the food was just as good as well. The restaurant itself is pretty spacious, it looks like the building was formerly a house since there are many rooms instead of one big dining area. The best part is the large "backyard" area. They didn't have all the patio furniture set up yet but I hope they will take advantage of the grassy lawn and put some seating under the shade of the large mature trees. It looked really lovely back there. I can't wait for it too cool down a little more so we can sit outside next time and it looks like a nice spot for happy hour, too. Only problem is the parking, since it is across from Arcadia Farms who has commandeered most of the street parking for their valet service. But we were able to find plenty of open spots on Main St, just one block south.
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Stephanie H.
Excellent food at great prices. Must have the Al Pastor tacos...fresh guacamole...beans. Outstanding food!!! Addictive.
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L G.
Located on the outskirts of Old Town but definitely accessible without a car. Order your food at the counter. The server will bring your order to the table. Tacos are $2.5 bones. Traditional Mexican Food, beer, and Margaritas. There is a decent patio seating area in the back. Free chips and with good salsa. Service is friendly and fast. Food is definitely worth the short walk!
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Jeff R.
Ordered takeout from here the other night and I was impressed. The staff is very friendly and accommodating. We added a change to our takeout order when we got there and they quickly fixed us up. They have a cool outside area that seems like it would be fun to hand out and have a beer and a taco when they get it all finished up. My Bean Burrito "Terry's Style" was really good,t hey have very good tortillas and they have excellent guacamole. I'll be back by when I am on that side of town. Try: - Bean Burrito "Terry's Style" - Chips and Guacamole
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Abby D.
I was really, really excited to try America's Taco Shop but I'm sad to say I was disappointed to say the least. The portions were very small and extremely overpriced. Even with that factor disregarded, the meat was not mind blowing either. I tried the XL carne asada burrito and an Al Pastor taco and both were unimpressive. The pork in the Al Pastor was a little dry and very small. The burrito was okay but it was far from extra large. I was surprised that this was an XL and that I paid almost $10 for it. The tacos were probably 4 inches in diameter and the burrito left me feeling like it was more tortilla than meat and etc (I hate when places are stingy with the meat!). It was not a surprise, however, that the place was completely empty. The service was okay, the woman at the register kept on starting to take our order then walking away to answer the phone. She told us the happy hour specials which were beer and margarita prices that were Very close to the original price. She also said happy hour food was chips and salsa for $1 or a "small" taco for $1. After seeing the size of the regular taco, I can't imagine how tiny the "small" could be. I was really hoping this was going to be a great restaurant, but I was pretty embarrassed taking my friend from Colorado here when she was visiting because it probably hurt her impressions of Yelp (since I told her that it was rated high on Yelp). The worst part was that all of us in our party left the restaurant still hungry and opted to go on and eat elsewhere because of the unreasonable prices here. Yelp let me down on this one... Overall, I can confidently say that this place was overrated and I probably will not come back by choice.
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Diego S.
Self loathing isn't for everyone, but it does work for me. Enter, America's Taco Shop. Yes, when I find myself between alcohol-fueled introspections and waking up naked in the driveway, I troll for food here. Chips and salsa are decent. Carne asada burrito is above average. Bean burritos will produce room clearing farts, like a horse fart or something. I have no experience with their bean burritos, this is merely a rhetorical statement, kinda like the sky is blue. But you probably already knew that. Anyway, if you hate your life, and are between interventions, try America's Taco Shop.
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Anne W.
No complaints! My carne asada burrito hit the spot and it's really close to my work! I will definitely be back with my work friend Melissa. The prices can't be beat!
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Lindsay M.
My go-to quick burrito stop, America's is great. Their refried beans are vegetarian (sometimes hard to find) and a basic bean and cheese burrito is my old faithful. The staff is very friendly and you can't go wrong with the pricing. Cheap, fast and delish.
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Sara B.
Addiction: America's Taco Shop pork, aka, pastor. My husband loves the carne asada (I'm not a fan of carne asada, but this is pretty good nonetheless), but let me tell you, the pork is fantastic! I get the pork taco's, burrito, whatever form I can get! It's very casual, inexpensive, and the staff is great! Parking is a wee bit of a pain, because Arcadia Farms is in the hood and they hog the street parking, but it's worth a short walk to eat here...
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David B.
If I could give this place minus 5 stars it would be appropriate. Nearly $13 for a burrito and a coke. The burrito was mostly an extra large flour tortilla with nothing in it but some veggie and about 2 ounces of meat.....literally, I'm not exaggerating. An extra large $8.50 burrito should fill up a grown man but this may possibly fill up an 8 year old girl. If you like being ripped off and taken advantage of go here!
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Justin F.
Great food! They make it very fast aslo.
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Billy C.
Found this restaurant searching on the yelp web page and I'm glad I did! I came here with a co worker and we enjoyed the food. I got a carne asada burro which was pretty good. The tortilla was warm and delicious and the pico inside was also great. The only thing I wish was a little different was larger chunks of meat, which is probably a personal preference. What was really delicious was the Horchata. Oh man, so so so good. I want to go back here again (secretly for the horchata) but would try something else, just to experience something different. Overall, I would definitely recommend America's Taco Shop. Good food at very reasonable prices.
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Toni J.
Yay! I am so happy America's Taco Shop has finally opened in Old Town! There are no good Mexican spots nearby, so this is really a treat. This is an order at the counter style restaurant, so it's nothing fancy, but they have a great patio and solid food. Their guacamole is made fresh, and the Vegetarian bean and cheese burrito is excellent. Did I mention they have some of the best tortillas around? Oh, and the patio appears to be dog friendly too!!
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Reese C.
This is a little spot in Old Town that has it pros and cons. I went on Taco Tuesday.. $1 tacos. They are super small, but we were in fact forewarned. For the happy hour, you have your choice of chicken or pork and I had both. The chicken was a little bland, but the pork had a good deal of flavor. They state that they are known for their carne asada and two others at our table both claimed that it was in fact, delicious. For a $1 a taco, it was Fine. Chips/Salsa is also $1 during happy hour, but honestly, what mexican place charges for chips and salsa? I got the margarita and it wasn't my favorite- a little on the sweet side. The wait staff was lightning fast and our food was brought out immediately. I"m curious about the carne asada and may go check it out again.
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Alex M.
Been here a few times now. Don't order anything for takeout, food tastes terrible once it gets cold. Their guacamole is a green paste so I'd highly suggest not eating it or ask for it on the side. It's a decent taco spot but there's better options out there.
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Michael C.
Great location in an old renovated home - very cute. I suggest you get the large burrito as the regular didn't have much meat. I will be back to sample the entire menu (one of the most affordable options in old town btw).
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karen m.
Charity Towing and America's Taco Shop must take great pride in a wonderful scam. A huge several acre dirt lot on the corner of Marshall and 1st Ave is at the bottom of this luscious, money maker for both of them. At least 15 cars were towed from this lot in the 1-1/2 hr time it took us to eat. At $75 per car, they split an awesome amount of money. The tow trucks pulled in and cleaned the lot out in record time. The signage indicating the lot was for America's Taco Shop only are located on non-permanent pails that are moveable by any person. Very small and limited to two signs spread out over several acres. Entering by Marshall one sign was turned completely around. The other sign was located next to a bar entrance. Not visible unless you parked on top of the sign, that's how small it was. The city allows this to happen? America's Taco's is supposedly alerting it's patrons that they will be towed? Not so. What an amazing scam that is allowed to continue. Truly scandalous.
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Andrew D.
Scottsdale has so many fufu fancy fusion style twisty no look resaturants. It is a breath of fresh air to get a NEW restaurant that stays true to its classical Mexican roots. ATS hit a homerun not only with the food and service but also the location. The Carne Asada burritos as well as the Pollo Asada are phenomal. I also go XL on the food trust me you won't regret it. The food leaves you full and not bloated like many other Mexican restaurants around Old Town. The back patio as a cool ambiance and is a great place to get out of the Old Town scence for a second. The chips and salsa are delicious and they also have a good quesadilla. I would recommend this place when your looking for a good go to Mexican meal.
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kristen b.
I love America's Taco Shop. The horchata is to die for! I especially love the large patio - it'd be perfect for a special event. The menu is simple and tasty. Authentic Mexican food from the area in Mexico where the family is from. America is the namesake of the concept, and she seems passionate about keeping authentic recipes available. Try the cochata - a coffee-flavored horchata. YUM! Love the chips and salsa too :) Burritos are tasty - they're known for their carne asada so you can't go wrong there!
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Chris C.
So...I tried it again....still not amazing. It's not terrible food, just not great. This past Sunday I went to the Coach House to watch the niners game. My friends and I drove up there and parked in the dirt parking lot which is connected to the Coach parking lot. My girlfriend and her friend went over the Taco shop and got some tacos and a burrito to go. We then all went into the Coach and enjoyed the game. A few hours later we went to get into our car and it was gone. Apparently America's Taco Shop had all the cars towed. The tacos here are not worth the $75 towing charge. I was a patron at this establishment and will NEVER go back. I am glad to see that other people on here had the same issue and are voicing their anger as well. America's Taco Company has made a fatal mistake. They should have put flyers on the cars warning people of the issue, not just had them towed. It could have been a great way for them to advertise their new location. Put a flyer on the cars that offers a free taco or something. Not everyone knows about this new place. Instead they decided to piss people off. They need to be careful who they piss off. The Coach House brings them a lot of business which will now be greatly diminished due to this. I used to tell people to just walk behind the bar and grab a taco. I will no longer be doing this. I do NOT recommend going to this place. Good Luck America's Taco Shop!
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Rachel B.
Delicious. I'd write about what I've eaten at America's Taco Shop, but it would take much less time to list what I haven't eaten! Some of my favs - Both the carne asada and al pastor tortas are mouthwatering. And their bean & cheese burritos are as good as it gets. Try the one with diced fresh jalapenos added for an additional $0.25. I also crave their guacamole. Definitely try their conchata - iced coffee and horchata mixed together. The only downside - don't come here with friends if you're looking to have a conversation. You'll all be shoving food in your mouths too fast to be able to talk.
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Steve E.
great burritos and get the grilled jalapeno
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Gi F.
This place is so adorable. I went here with a friend, and the prices are really good! The inside is on the small side, but their outdoor patio is HUGE. We ate outside on a lovely evening, and I felt like I was at a Mexican-backyard-party! It was a lot of fun, and it is beautiful on their patio! I can't wait to go back on another beautiful day!
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Ashleigh T.
This place is so good. I've gone to this place twice and it was amazing both times. Prices are very affordable. Service is friendly. The carne asada is great. I can only say great things about both the food and the service. I always passed by it but I never went in to try it because it looked more like a house, but I decided to try it after my friends highly recommended it to me. I'm glad they did. I love this place. The only con is parking. I walk, because I'm close, but I had friends who said there wasn't anywhere to park other than spots on the street that will tow your car. Apparently parking is kind of a pain, so if you're walking distance, like me, it's more convenient to walk.
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David G.
I been here before and I really don't remember much from the first time, but I was looking for a place for lunch and decided to come back. First thing that I noticed was that they had a special running, 4 tacos chicken or al pastor for 6.99. Wow that is like 1.75 a taco, not much of a deal. I came in and didn't see much on the abbreviated menu. No meals with beans and rice, just tacos, burritos, and tortas if I remember right. I decided I would get the special and split between 2 chicken and 2 al pastor. I also asked for chips and was surprised to see that I had to pay for a small basket with salsa. Well I wanted chips so I forked my money over. The tacos were not bad, but this is the weird part. I have had al pastor many times, and for some reason this one tasted like Chinese BBQ pork. I swear if I didn't know better it might have been. Over all the place was not that bad, but 2 blocks either way , you can get way better food.
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John O.
Amazing and professional i have eaten all over The world and this place kicks ass for The money try the spicy burro and fish tacos!
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Abby H.
I ate lunch frequently at America's Tacos on 7th Ave, by my old office, so I was thrilled to see an American's open in my Downtown Scottsdale 'hood. I cannot not overeat at this place. I [over]order the same items pretty much every time: a cuatro for the table - salsa, guacamole, and bean dips with chips - and a regular carne asada burrito. If you haven't experienced cotija cheese and lime on corn on the cob before, open your mind and mouth to America's Corn. MAN I love that stuff. I love their salsa and guacamole. And the carne asada....Mmm. Sometimes I wish my burrito was bit warmer in terms of the temperature, but otherwise it's awesome. America's Scottsdale features a large back patio shaded by mature trees. I've only been to the Scottsdale location in the evening. At that hour I never have a problem with parking and the restaurant has never been crowded, inside or out. The service is always extremely friendly and helpful. I couldn't ask for a better neighborhood taco shop!
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Philippos S.
Excellent al pastor. Great place for quick mexican food fix.
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robert c.
had a burrito there. it had 1/2 the pork filling that you will find anywhere else. so its basically a tourist trap in the heart of old town scottsdale trying to rip people off. better bet would be filebertos.
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Chad G.
Was walking around Old Town and came across the taco shop. What a gem of a find it was. The tacos are everything you think of when eating a street taco even though it's in a restaurant setting. The patio is wonderful to boot.
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Mark C.
Meh nothing bad but nothing good either.
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Kyrie M.
This place is right down the road from my office so we decided to try it for lunch. Right off the bat points for very friendly service. We were able to put in our order right away and the food came up fast. The food was ok but there's room for improvement. I have no complaints except the flavor and spiciness was lacking. I covered my food in the spicy salsa, and even that seemed mild. Overall it's a bit too americanized for my liking, but still not a bad place for a quick lunch.
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Rob S.
I went here for lunch on a weekday so it wasn't that crowded, and parking was not an issue in the dirt lot everyone raves about. Tacos were pretty good: I had one chicken, carne asada, and pork. The last 2 were the best. Their guacamole was tasty. Cashier and the other guy walking around (manager or owner?) were friendly and checked on us a few times. There is a large back patio area so if you want to enjoy some tacos outside before it heats up, check this place out.
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Steve B.
Love it no more to say!
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Christina M.
Its really great to have ATS right by my house now! We had the vampiros al pastor, chicken tacos, chips and salsa and a bean and cheese burrito. All fabulous. Ice tea was also great. But, the thing i love about it here is the incredibly friendly service. I specifically asked her name because she was just so damn nice. She brought us mire chips without asking, checked on us a couple of times just because she was passing by and really knew the menu which was helpful to my friends that had never eaten here. So, thank you Sage. It makes a delicious meal even better when someone like you goes above and beyond.
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Jeff B.
First time at America's was a great experience. Friendly staff and very quick service. The patio looked very nice, but it was a little too cold so we sat inside. They did a great job converting this old home into a nice cozy restaurant. I had the Al Pastor (marinated pork) burrito and it was delicious. The chips and salsa were terrific as well. I only wish they were open later than 9pm (10p on the weekends). We need some quality late night eateries in AZ.
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JD W.
The family and I love this place we go once a month. My son like to run around on the patio.
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Alex M.
Favorite take out Mexican food in town. The bean and cheese burrito is my go-to order, and it never fails. The homemade beans are so delicious and the tortilla is thin and buttery making it a true authentic experience. The atmosphere is awesome because it is situated in an old house complete with a backyard with a fountain and a large tree, perfect for an impromtu photo shoot! Also they serve Coke products, always a plus! Great service and hospitality too. A downside is their lack of complimentary chips and salsa.
(4)
Carrie E.
Food was great ! Always good !! I will be back !!
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Sheila L.
Tacos were good, love the outdoor patio...sauce very good that goes with the "chips and sauce". I tried the El Paston, quite delicious and the chicken taco..good but better when you dip it in the mystery citrus sauce it comes with...then i had a carne asada taco, also good and some sort of mango tea. the patio is cute and tropical looking, plants all around, quiet no street noise.
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Ricardo V.
I have been to other locations and liked the food and I drive by this new location all the time so I finally tried it. I was very disapointed in the food. I ordered a taco and burrito. The taco was not bad but the burrito was not tasty. My friend ordered a burrito as well and was very disapointed. The parking can be limited here as well. I'm hoping they can fine tune and make some corrections for improvements.
(2)
Kike U.
Excellent service! Outstanding, clean and welcoming atmosphere. Love the place and the service.
(5)
Amanda C.
Atmosphere, food, and location, this place has it all! If you are looking for a low key Mexican food restaurant in Scottsdale with excellent food this is your place!!! I will be frequenting this spot!!
(5)
Animal F.
Stopped in for a quick lunch with my Mom and found the place to be quite remarkable. We were greeted warmly and told to sit anywhere. Ordered up tacos, two each, chicken, pork and carne asada. Street taco size and very tasty. Mom had tacos as well and as this was just a way of killing some time we did not sit for a full meal. I will be coming back, soon as time allows to experience more of this wonderful little shop. Had no trouble parking right in the driveway. I asked inside and was told it would be alright.
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Andy G.
I feel like I can live here. It's in an old house with a cool backyard "patio" setup for dining. I've never eaten my food there but I've taken it home many times and it's consistently delicious. Consistency is the key word there. My girlfriend and I tried a different America's location (off the 101 and Via de Ventura) and it didn't taste the same so we won't be going back there. The adoba pork is made just like gyro meat but with a pineapple that adds a fantastic sweetness you can't find anywhere else. My gf loves the carne asada and asks for it quite often while we're just sitting around the apartment. Our order always consists of one taco and one burrito each plus a side of beans. She goes for the carne asada burrito and adoba taco and I like to switch back and forth. We only recently discovered this location and have been there at least five times in the past month, highly recommended for somebody who wants to pass by the often rundown taqueria for a fantastic alternative.
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Alex B.
The place is very clean! The tacos are a good size! Healthy, not too heavy and the carne asad is WONDERFUL! I have never been disappointed.
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Susan J.
Yummy, Wow oh Wow. Great tacos, burritos, corn on the cob, guac and don't forget the FLAN. Long drive but worth it. New location is awesome.
(5)
Darlene C.
very cute shop inside an old house in oldtown. clean comfy atmosphere, beautiful patio. service was friendly and efficient. Drawback: no fountain sodas or fresh brewed iced tea...all cans. expensive cans. $1.50 for can of diet coke . however, they do serve beer and tquila. The best chips and salsa i have ever had. i could eat the salsa with a spoon as a meal. it was so flavorfil, with just the right kick of heat. great lunch spot...my coworkers are addicted...
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Shannon P.
I absolutely LOVED this place. The guacamole, ceviche (only available on Fri & Sat.) and the el pastor tacos are my FAVORITES. I am SO sad they closed :(
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mark g.
went here yesterday for dinner had the special 4 chicken tacos for 6.95 they were good i also ordered a side of beans which were ok no chips are served with the side of beans or in general unless ordered as a side as well
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Address :7001 East First Ave
Scottsdale, AZ, 85251
Takes Reservations : No Delivery : No Take-out : Yes Accepts Credit Cards : Yes Good For : Lunch Parking : Street Bike Parking : Yes Good for Kids : Yes Good for Groups : Yes Attire : Casual Ambience : Casual Noise Level : Average Alcohol : Beer & Wine Only Outdoor Seating : Yes Wi-Fi : No Has TV : Yes Waiter Service : No Caters : Yes
If you enjoy Taco Tuesday, then you have officially fallen in love with the Mexican Food. The main grain of Mexican cuisine is maize. Also known as corn, maize is grown for the past 9000 years after the crop was discovered by the people in Mayan civilization. Mexican empire flourished when they started growing beans, tomatoes, chili pepper, sweet potato and cactus. Till this date these ingredients are used in cooking authentic Mexican dishes and drinks.
Great use of spices, fresh chili pepper dishes like fajitas, tortilla chips, corn chips, salsa, chimichangas, burritos, nachos and quesadillas are invented in America. But when you are looking for authentic Mexican food then you must find a restaurant in the city that serves Rajas con Queso, Garbanzo in a Guajillo Chile Sauce, Pork Filled Chiles Rellenos, Chiles en Nogada, Molcajete Salsa, Pico de Gallo and Frijoles de la Olla. An eye-opening fact – Mexican don't like their food hot. They use fresh chili and other spices to create a flavor that lingers in your mouth.
Mexican food is great for those who are Gluten Intolerant as they use Corn instead of wheat in most of their dishes. Also, you can easily find many beans based Mexican dishes. Another dish which didn't get similar glory as tacos or nachos is the Mexican hot chocolate. If you love something hot on a chilly day, then go for Mexican Hot Chocolate. On merry days, you can enjoy the authentic Mexican Drinks like Tequila, Mezcal, Tecuí, Sotol, Bacanora, Charanda, Posh O Pox, Puebla and Pulque. Mexican Cuisine is for people who enjoy strong drinks and hearty meals.
Tyrone F.
I came here for lunch yesterday. I ordered the al pastor burrito. It was a first for me. It was good. It almost didn't happened because when we got there, they said they ran out of tortillas for the burritos, and just as I was about to order a bowl, someone said they have tortillas. It's a small place, and the back patio is a lot larger and of course they have musters running which is great. The server was friendly and brought out our meals. I was also curious about the tamarind juice they offer. I tried it but it was super sweet. I am not sure about this next part which I did not consider for my review, but I don't use my credit card often... And I used my credit card here. An hour later, I got a fraud protection alert saying there was a large purchase using my card! I suspect that someone skimmed my card while I was trying the tamarind juice. I cannot confirm or deny but just to be safe, I recommend bringing cash.
(4)Mike C.
A buddy of mine put me on to this place and I'm so glad he did. AMAZEBALLS! The atmosphere is really laid back and quaint. AWESOME outside patio area, incredible food and great low prices. WINNER!
(5)Mehrdad H.
The taste of the food was alright but the problem was that the food made me sick. I have eaten in the worst places and have never gotten sick and my stomach doesn't reflect so easily to bad food. But this place made me sick and will never go there again. I don't recommend it!
(1)Stephanie P.
What is this.....a taco for ants?! I wish I could give this place a 5 star rating because boy do I love me some good Mexican food, but I just can't do it. Their tacos are like wee little babies and the chicken pieces are bite size, like safe enough for an infant with no teeth to eat. For the price def not worth it. I much prefer to throw down on some Wadda's tacos in old town where each bite is worth every penny. Now I will say-they are not lacking in the refried beans department. Not sure if crack is their secret ingredient but uhhh, I'm addicted. So if you go-order the beans and order ten tacos so it's basically like 3 normal tacos. But those beans doe.
(2)Anthony P.
Adios America's. Not sure what happened here, but I'm guessing they expanded too rapidly and quality control was over looked. Picked up some food to-go today. Ordered a carne asada burrito and a "trio" which is chips, guac, and salsa. Getting back to the office, after three bites of the burrito I bit down and something rock hard was in the burrito- so that was fun. Several bites later the same thing happened, and as much as I love my dentist- I'm not in a hurry to see him- so I had to throw away my burrito. Now onto the $7.00 side order of chips (which literally were 80% broken into tiny pieces) and salsa with no flavor profile whatsoever. I really liked this spot- and hope they can get it together. Quality matters, and that will make or break you. Why not have an option of chips and Guac like Chipolte? $2.50 and done, instead of $7.00 for flavorless salsa, broken chips- and decent guac. I wish this place the best- and hope they can do better.
(1)Amy M.
This had to be the worst meal I have had while visiting Arizona!! My suggestion is "don't go"
(1)Karin Z.
Amazing food. Great prices. Worth the walk in old town Scottsdale. The guacamole is so good. Order it on the side. Has screens to view sports for you enthusiasts. Love it.
(4)Michelle T.
I just finished another delicious meal at America's Taco Shop in Old Town Scottsdale! The have the best bean & cheese burros I've eaten, and I'm a burrito connoisseur. I appreciate the fact that their burritos are made lard-free and no pinto beans. And the staff is friendly and hardworking. Special shoutout to Connie--thanks for the great service!! I Highly recommend this family-owned business!!
(5)p e.
If you find yourself stuck at PDX and are in need of food, you could do much worse than eating at America's Taco Shop at Terminal 5. The staff here are friendly and professional. I had a chicken quesadilla and they loaded it with very delicious cubed chicken from their griddle. Also, they have totally kickass habanero sauce. Come here, eat lots of delicious food before getting on your big flying germ tube to whatever your destination might be.
(5)Brittany W.
So I was craving tacos this fine Tuesday and stumbled upon America's (thanks to Yelp!). I sold my boyfriend on the idea of their Tuesday special of four tacos for $6.95 so we headed over and devoured our meal! We did two chicken and two al pastor tacos. The chicken is awesome because it's perfectly topped with their guacamole. The al pastor on the other hand, brings a fun flavor profile to the taco with the addition of pineapple. We also ordered America's Corn which is Mexican style corn on the cob and it was fresh, hot, and addicting! My boyfriend ordered the horchata and described it as delicious, an extra kick of cinnamon and not too thick, the perfect consistency. I got to take a sip and couldn't agree more. Lastly, the staff was super friendly! Decent prices and super casual restaurant.
(4)Renee S.
This was the worst taco experience ever! My suggestion is keep walking by! . No cold beer to wash down the Yuk!
(1)Holly C.
Take out review only. I tried the carne asada burrito which was clean & not greasy. The flavor was pretty good - a little Americanized, but was pretty good.
(4)Annette F.
You know when you have a habit of being a repeat customer, when they ask "where have you been?" I can honestly say I stop in here a lot! This isn't a fancy place but the food will be awesome. They have a huge patio and now they have add a ping pong table. This is a great place for friends and family to come together and have a great meal. Bean and Cheese Burrito, America's Way. Everyone must try this!! Best burrito I've had (sorry grandma). Add an order of chips and salsa and your order is complete. ATS has the friendliest staff and is the best place to grab a bite. Hike, bike, run or walk to ATS soon!
(5)Rich L.
Worst mexican meal I've ever had, the burrito was a flour tortilla wrapped around bean goo. They gave me a tiny portion of salsa in a jello shot cup that got me through about a quarter of the burrito which is about all I ate before tossing it all in disgust. To to top it off they have no liquor licence so no beer to chase away the taste. If I was starving and they were the only place open ,I would just continue to starve.
(1)Adrixx C.
I wanted to like this place because is very close to where I live. I ordered a burrito and I got a mini burrito. I thinks is overpriced for the size. The pastor was good. I may comeback for their special on Tuesday to give it a try on the tacos
(3)Chris T.
Great tacos. Worth the walk away from all the touristy crap in Old Town to get some good tacos and burritos!
(5)chris g.
Not even close to authentic. Carne asada was ok, but no rice, beans, sour cream or cheese in the xl burrito. The pastor taco had no flavor, and for almost $3 for a taco overpriced. Do yourself a favor, go to Chipotle like we did after because we were still hungry.
(1)Frank B.
Learn how to make a quality taco with taste.. Bland Bland Bland ! I'm mean this is a case of photo looks better than actual food itself. Only problem is I can't eat the photo without getting indigestion. I'm sure you will find another taco stand verse waste your hard earned money at this place.
(1)Samantha F.
So good! We went here spur of the moment and got carne asada tacos and sweet corn and everything was amazing! from the service to the food, as well as the story that tells itself inside the restaurant. We love it!
(4)Adam N.
Massive portions for the price. I paid $7.99 for an XL burrito that was the length of a dinner plate. The staff was quick, friendly, and the lemonade is fresh squeezed. The highlight of this place is the outdoor patio. It is quiet and relaxed; just what I needed after a long day golfing. In Texas we take Tex-Mex seriously, so this food was only average for me.
(3)Matt M.
Guys, if you want a meat filled burrito, Do not come here. I ordered the XL burrito and it was all tortilla. Very disappointed. The manager did not care. unbelievable! Went to chipoltle instead.
(2)Tiffany-Danielle B.
I ordered the chargrilled chicken burrito. It was delicious, but so tiny. I ordered the regular size. It should have been made clear that it was actually a kids sized burrito. For $7, it was a complete rip off.
(2)Mark H.
Considering the overhead they have to be running to have a location like this in Oldtown Scottsdale, they have very affordable prices. The food is authentic Mexican fare of the taco truck variety. Burritos, tacos, tortas, etc. The waitress was very friendly and helped me find the World Cup on the TV, and at one point the cook came out and said hello. I felt very comfortable and relaxed while I was there, and the food was delicious. Great place to grab a bite if you're in the area!
(5)Fernanda C.
Food is amazing! The ambience and people are amazing!! Great customer service! If you are looking for getting the best out of your buck this is definitely the place to go!
(5)keith w.
Probably should be one star. Store bought chips and tortillas. Scrawny meatless overpriced tacos devoid of any real flavor and the carne tasted gamey. Ordered beans, didn't get them but they didn't charge either oh well. No rice?!? I'm befuddled by this especially as it is billed as a home style Mexican. I've never been to a Latin American home (pick a country) that didn't have a pot of rice. Plus rice is cheap, easy to make and filling (and might have made it easier that's I ate three skimpy tacos and I'm still hungry) Corn - flavorless! Plus you've GOT to grill that corn to have it right. Nasty. But the Horchata is good.
(2)Shayne H.
Did a little Taco Shop pub crawl around OldTown Scottsdale a couple weeks ago (because the first place we went to had tacos the size of... idk something way tinier than a taco should be.) America's Taco Shop was our second stop of the night and I was pretty happy with the size and flavors of the tacos. The Al Pastor was a delightful combo of sweet and savory flavors. In my opinion, the "taco Tuesday" deal could be a bit cheaper, but I'm not complaining. This location was pretty dingy though. We sat outside to get some fresh air and it was sort of a ramshackled assortment of chairs and tables and there were bugs everywhere (monsoon season), but the strung lights made it appear somewhat quaint. I would go again, just maybe to a different location next time.
(3)Christi K.
In line behind a gal that's picking up carry out, she got her stuff and another customer jumps in front to get her drinks and the guy behind the counter helps her and then he answers the phone and tells me that he'll be right with me... really?! I'm really hungry and not in the mood to be patient. Way to go ahead and take care of your phone orders first instead of the customer waiting directly in front of you. No thanks America's tacos I'm done. I've tried their via Ventura location time and time again for breakfast pick up and they have never gotten my order correct and I've always had to wait once I got there for the order. So "no thank you" I'll go back to eating at other small local businesses that seem to get it right time and again without a hitch.
(1)Samantha S.
Great food. Happy staff. Love the location and the quaint homey design of the restaurant. Back patio seating is primo !
(5)Sid P.
Don't order the vegetarian quesadilla here. Just a tortilla with cheese and lettuce. I would have been happy with Taco Bell quesadilla and packaged sauce instead of this. I was surely disappointed by my decision to eat here. I had ordered that day's special dish (very cheap). I was not very hungry. I would not recommend this place to anyone (or anyone vegetarian).
(2)Queen Happy Face X.
I love tacos! And I love authenic tacos without fluff and gimic. I ordered the chicken taco and the Al Pastor pork taco. So good and super cheap, less then $6! Yay for good Mexican food that satisfies!
(4)Jessie S.
This is the best America's location. The quality is very consistent compared to other locations. The bean and cheese burrito is the most amazing burrito I've ever had. The fresh spicy salsa does not disappoint. Coffee with horchata and the tacos al pastor are two of my other favorites. Visited this location once with a coworker who proved to be a finicky eater...she did not like what she ordered and they were happy to make her something different. Very nice employees!
(5)Melissa W.
This place is super cute, old house turned restaurant... Love hanging on the patio having a delicious breakfast burrito.
(5)Ashlie H.
This place is really cool! I ran into this place on accident while on a bike ride around Scottsdale. This place is a quaint little house/restaurant on the corner of a block, with a huge backyard/patio area. There is not a lot of "decorations" inside to create an actual theme, just very basic nothing really created. They have a TV, tables and chairs set around a pretty decent size rooms. The patio area is beautiful! They have a fountain in the corner, the brick fence is covered in vines, there are very large trees to create shade and they have hung lights around the outside to create a relaxing ambiance. Its nothing spectacular, but simple and peaceful, even with it being right next to a main road. They have a pretty decent menu from the basic tacos and burritos, to vampiros! I had a carne asada taco and a carne asada vampire, both were very good. The meat had a good flavor too it, and I am not a huge guacamole fan, but their guacamole gave the taco and the tostada a really nice kick. I also ordered a side of chips and bean dip. The bean dip was a little bland, but it was nice to have real style Mexican bean did, then the refried Americanized bean dip. I took a little bit of the hot sauce and the guacamole from my taco and added it to to bean dip and it was delicious. This is acute little place to stop by if your in the neighborhood looking for an easy breakfast, lunch or dinner! I definitely recommend the vampire (basically a tostada) and enjoying the nice AZ weather out on their patio!
(4)Jamie C.
Amazing spot for quick, casual, and authentic tacos. We stayed at the Valley Ho and walked over for lunch. We had the quesadilla and the three tacos - DELICIOUS! The Al Pastor is awesome! This will definitely be a must-stop when we are in Scottsdale visiting next time.
(5)Chad R.
Great prices and great food. Fresh and a whole lot flavors kicking my tastebuds in the ass.
(4)Slippery R.
You got to try this place! I ordered America's Way burrito vegan and it was so much more than I expected that I had to give it 5 stars. So, they use Mayocoba beans which I was introduced to today. They are delicious and since I eat beans daily, someone who teaches me about a great new bean is a friend in my book. Its a nothing fancy place with a ping pong table outside. So dont expect white tablecloths, but get ready for great flavors. My meal was like $7 total. Can't beat that price!
(5)Eric J.
Been here twice so far since visiting from out of town. Food was very good both times. Corn on the cob was an excellent side...an original recipe perfectly cooked.
(4)Lesa B.
Kinda pricey for the type of food and atmosphere, but the food's okay. I've had better tacos and guacamole nearby for less money.
(3)Charlie R.
Wanted tacos for dinner, so we checked out this place. Didn't want a chain bot something more authentic. Americas tacos does have several locations, but I would say the food is very authentic. Chips and salsa are good also Tacos were very tasty! Originally ordered 3 steak tacos and ended ordering 3 more because they were so good. Wife also liked her steak quesadilla. Ordered a small and large margarita, those were a little pricey but they were decent. They have a small inside eating area but a large patio. One drawback was the restaurant has posted hours of closing at 9 pm but closed at 8. Great taco place in Old Town Scottsdale!
(4)Jen R.
I recommend the al pastor Torta (Mexican sandwich). The bread is slightly toasted and just the right size to be a full meal. The reason I gave it 4 stars is because the corn tortillas they use are not very authentic and it doesn't even seem as if they heat them up completely. It's a little small inside but has a huge outside patio.
(4)Emma S.
We live a 2 min walk from Americas Best Taco Shop, and that's a dangerous thing! Their carne asada tacos are delicious, a little small but filling. They don't have their liquor license but if they did, I would love having a cold Corona on the patio with a bunch of friends. Give them a try!
(4)Bjern H.
Went here with my family before a spring training game and had a good meal. They have street tacos and burritos, and also a nice selection of beverages including horchata. No churros though.
(5)Bill M.
Very slow and confused service. Food was pretty good but overall experience was a negative based on the wait.
(3)Amanda S.
I had the carne asada burrito. It was pretty close to the best carne asada I have ever had. The service was great and speedy. I would definitely go back!
(4)Bonn B.
The al pastor is fantastic! The Carne asada was good.. And the chicken was OK.. Definitely recommend the al pastor taco, burrito, however you want it :)
(5)Maggie I.
Cute neighborhood spot. Authentic, tasty food. Walk from Old Town. Seems more local though. I had El Pastor burrito. Hubby had tacos. Side of guac hit the spot! crispy fresh chips. Indoor or casual patio dining. Love the fountain and trees for shade. Friendly staff, quick with food items.
(4)Jessica C.
What a great spot! Food was fresh, delicious, and service was super friendly. Sister and I loved the ceviche, chicken taco, and carne asada quesadilla. They have daily specials and prices were super reasonable. Definitely will be coming back again.
(5)Shelbi C.
LOVE this place (all locations)!! I am addicted to their beans and tortillas. Not the best carne asada I've had in my life but I love this place! Super fast and everything I've had there is delicious.
(5)Laura R.
My overall experience here was pretty good. You order from the counter. The guy at the register that night was very entertaining. He had several recommendations. Even if you didn't want them, he would magically change your mind. There is a large patio outside to hang out, prices are pretty fair and the food was good.
(5)Bryan G.
Great Carne Asada. Chill atmosphere with an awesome back patio. Will definitely make this my burrito spot.
(4)Dan F.
Everything was just bland. Maybe we are taco snobs but this place made Rubios look like amazing fancy tacos and everyone knows Rubios is decent but not amazing. We tried all three tacos types. The pastor was overcooked/dry but did have good flavor. The carne was juicy but lacked any flavor. The chicken was just bland. We also tried all three burrito types and found the same in them. The bean and cheese burrito was alright but still nothing special. The al pastor salad was better but the meat was cold and still dry. The dressing was decent and the lettuce crisp. One last thing, the salsa for the chips was like that pureed tomato salsa that is watery. It did have some barely there jalapeno flavor. We tried the hot and the mild but both tasted the same. Maybe they gave us two milds. The service was very good though. Everyone was friendly and the place was clean. We just didn't enjoy the food.
(2)Michelle W.
Very pleased to find such a comfortable spot in Old Town. Small menu but all the basics covered, & you defiantly don't leave hungry.
(4)Monica J.
Yay! I am so happy that an America's Taco Shop has opened up in Old Town. It is right on Goldwater and 1st Ave, which is conveniently walking distance to my work. A friend and I went there for tacos at lunch today and since it was the first day of their soft opening we got our lunch for free! The service and food were great and so I know I will be back. They seem to have pretty much the same menu as the other locations and the quality of the food was just as good as well. The restaurant itself is pretty spacious, it looks like the building was formerly a house since there are many rooms instead of one big dining area. The best part is the large "backyard" area. They didn't have all the patio furniture set up yet but I hope they will take advantage of the grassy lawn and put some seating under the shade of the large mature trees. It looked really lovely back there. I can't wait for it too cool down a little more so we can sit outside next time and it looks like a nice spot for happy hour, too. Only problem is the parking, since it is across from Arcadia Farms who has commandeered most of the street parking for their valet service. But we were able to find plenty of open spots on Main St, just one block south.
(3)Stephanie H.
Excellent food at great prices. Must have the Al Pastor tacos...fresh guacamole...beans. Outstanding food!!! Addictive.
(5)L G.
Located on the outskirts of Old Town but definitely accessible without a car. Order your food at the counter. The server will bring your order to the table. Tacos are $2.5 bones. Traditional Mexican Food, beer, and Margaritas. There is a decent patio seating area in the back. Free chips and with good salsa. Service is friendly and fast. Food is definitely worth the short walk!
(4)Jeff R.
Ordered takeout from here the other night and I was impressed. The staff is very friendly and accommodating. We added a change to our takeout order when we got there and they quickly fixed us up. They have a cool outside area that seems like it would be fun to hand out and have a beer and a taco when they get it all finished up. My Bean Burrito "Terry's Style" was really good,t hey have very good tortillas and they have excellent guacamole. I'll be back by when I am on that side of town. Try: - Bean Burrito "Terry's Style" - Chips and Guacamole
(4)Abby D.
I was really, really excited to try America's Taco Shop but I'm sad to say I was disappointed to say the least. The portions were very small and extremely overpriced. Even with that factor disregarded, the meat was not mind blowing either. I tried the XL carne asada burrito and an Al Pastor taco and both were unimpressive. The pork in the Al Pastor was a little dry and very small. The burrito was okay but it was far from extra large. I was surprised that this was an XL and that I paid almost $10 for it. The tacos were probably 4 inches in diameter and the burrito left me feeling like it was more tortilla than meat and etc (I hate when places are stingy with the meat!). It was not a surprise, however, that the place was completely empty. The service was okay, the woman at the register kept on starting to take our order then walking away to answer the phone. She told us the happy hour specials which were beer and margarita prices that were Very close to the original price. She also said happy hour food was chips and salsa for $1 or a "small" taco for $1. After seeing the size of the regular taco, I can't imagine how tiny the "small" could be. I was really hoping this was going to be a great restaurant, but I was pretty embarrassed taking my friend from Colorado here when she was visiting because it probably hurt her impressions of Yelp (since I told her that it was rated high on Yelp). The worst part was that all of us in our party left the restaurant still hungry and opted to go on and eat elsewhere because of the unreasonable prices here. Yelp let me down on this one... Overall, I can confidently say that this place was overrated and I probably will not come back by choice.
(2)Diego S.
Self loathing isn't for everyone, but it does work for me. Enter, America's Taco Shop. Yes, when I find myself between alcohol-fueled introspections and waking up naked in the driveway, I troll for food here. Chips and salsa are decent. Carne asada burrito is above average. Bean burritos will produce room clearing farts, like a horse fart or something. I have no experience with their bean burritos, this is merely a rhetorical statement, kinda like the sky is blue. But you probably already knew that. Anyway, if you hate your life, and are between interventions, try America's Taco Shop.
(3)Anne W.
No complaints! My carne asada burrito hit the spot and it's really close to my work! I will definitely be back with my work friend Melissa. The prices can't be beat!
(5)Lindsay M.
My go-to quick burrito stop, America's is great. Their refried beans are vegetarian (sometimes hard to find) and a basic bean and cheese burrito is my old faithful. The staff is very friendly and you can't go wrong with the pricing. Cheap, fast and delish.
(4)Sara B.
Addiction: America's Taco Shop pork, aka, pastor. My husband loves the carne asada (I'm not a fan of carne asada, but this is pretty good nonetheless), but let me tell you, the pork is fantastic! I get the pork taco's, burrito, whatever form I can get! It's very casual, inexpensive, and the staff is great! Parking is a wee bit of a pain, because Arcadia Farms is in the hood and they hog the street parking, but it's worth a short walk to eat here...
(5)David B.
If I could give this place minus 5 stars it would be appropriate. Nearly $13 for a burrito and a coke. The burrito was mostly an extra large flour tortilla with nothing in it but some veggie and about 2 ounces of meat.....literally, I'm not exaggerating. An extra large $8.50 burrito should fill up a grown man but this may possibly fill up an 8 year old girl. If you like being ripped off and taken advantage of go here!
(1)Justin F.
Great food! They make it very fast aslo.
(5)Billy C.
Found this restaurant searching on the yelp web page and I'm glad I did! I came here with a co worker and we enjoyed the food. I got a carne asada burro which was pretty good. The tortilla was warm and delicious and the pico inside was also great. The only thing I wish was a little different was larger chunks of meat, which is probably a personal preference. What was really delicious was the Horchata. Oh man, so so so good. I want to go back here again (secretly for the horchata) but would try something else, just to experience something different. Overall, I would definitely recommend America's Taco Shop. Good food at very reasonable prices.
(4)Toni J.
Yay! I am so happy America's Taco Shop has finally opened in Old Town! There are no good Mexican spots nearby, so this is really a treat. This is an order at the counter style restaurant, so it's nothing fancy, but they have a great patio and solid food. Their guacamole is made fresh, and the Vegetarian bean and cheese burrito is excellent. Did I mention they have some of the best tortillas around? Oh, and the patio appears to be dog friendly too!!
(4)Reese C.
This is a little spot in Old Town that has it pros and cons. I went on Taco Tuesday.. $1 tacos. They are super small, but we were in fact forewarned. For the happy hour, you have your choice of chicken or pork and I had both. The chicken was a little bland, but the pork had a good deal of flavor. They state that they are known for their carne asada and two others at our table both claimed that it was in fact, delicious. For a $1 a taco, it was Fine. Chips/Salsa is also $1 during happy hour, but honestly, what mexican place charges for chips and salsa? I got the margarita and it wasn't my favorite- a little on the sweet side. The wait staff was lightning fast and our food was brought out immediately. I"m curious about the carne asada and may go check it out again.
(3)Alex M.
Been here a few times now. Don't order anything for takeout, food tastes terrible once it gets cold. Their guacamole is a green paste so I'd highly suggest not eating it or ask for it on the side. It's a decent taco spot but there's better options out there.
(2)Michael C.
Great location in an old renovated home - very cute. I suggest you get the large burrito as the regular didn't have much meat. I will be back to sample the entire menu (one of the most affordable options in old town btw).
(4)karen m.
Charity Towing and America's Taco Shop must take great pride in a wonderful scam. A huge several acre dirt lot on the corner of Marshall and 1st Ave is at the bottom of this luscious, money maker for both of them. At least 15 cars were towed from this lot in the 1-1/2 hr time it took us to eat. At $75 per car, they split an awesome amount of money. The tow trucks pulled in and cleaned the lot out in record time. The signage indicating the lot was for America's Taco Shop only are located on non-permanent pails that are moveable by any person. Very small and limited to two signs spread out over several acres. Entering by Marshall one sign was turned completely around. The other sign was located next to a bar entrance. Not visible unless you parked on top of the sign, that's how small it was. The city allows this to happen? America's Taco's is supposedly alerting it's patrons that they will be towed? Not so. What an amazing scam that is allowed to continue. Truly scandalous.
(1)Andrew D.
Scottsdale has so many fufu fancy fusion style twisty no look resaturants. It is a breath of fresh air to get a NEW restaurant that stays true to its classical Mexican roots. ATS hit a homerun not only with the food and service but also the location. The Carne Asada burritos as well as the Pollo Asada are phenomal. I also go XL on the food trust me you won't regret it. The food leaves you full and not bloated like many other Mexican restaurants around Old Town. The back patio as a cool ambiance and is a great place to get out of the Old Town scence for a second. The chips and salsa are delicious and they also have a good quesadilla. I would recommend this place when your looking for a good go to Mexican meal.
(5)kristen b.
I love America's Taco Shop. The horchata is to die for! I especially love the large patio - it'd be perfect for a special event. The menu is simple and tasty. Authentic Mexican food from the area in Mexico where the family is from. America is the namesake of the concept, and she seems passionate about keeping authentic recipes available. Try the cochata - a coffee-flavored horchata. YUM! Love the chips and salsa too :) Burritos are tasty - they're known for their carne asada so you can't go wrong there!
(4)Chris C.
So...I tried it again....still not amazing. It's not terrible food, just not great. This past Sunday I went to the Coach House to watch the niners game. My friends and I drove up there and parked in the dirt parking lot which is connected to the Coach parking lot. My girlfriend and her friend went over the Taco shop and got some tacos and a burrito to go. We then all went into the Coach and enjoyed the game. A few hours later we went to get into our car and it was gone. Apparently America's Taco Shop had all the cars towed. The tacos here are not worth the $75 towing charge. I was a patron at this establishment and will NEVER go back. I am glad to see that other people on here had the same issue and are voicing their anger as well. America's Taco Company has made a fatal mistake. They should have put flyers on the cars warning people of the issue, not just had them towed. It could have been a great way for them to advertise their new location. Put a flyer on the cars that offers a free taco or something. Not everyone knows about this new place. Instead they decided to piss people off. They need to be careful who they piss off. The Coach House brings them a lot of business which will now be greatly diminished due to this. I used to tell people to just walk behind the bar and grab a taco. I will no longer be doing this. I do NOT recommend going to this place. Good Luck America's Taco Shop!
(1)Rachel B.
Delicious. I'd write about what I've eaten at America's Taco Shop, but it would take much less time to list what I haven't eaten! Some of my favs - Both the carne asada and al pastor tortas are mouthwatering. And their bean & cheese burritos are as good as it gets. Try the one with diced fresh jalapenos added for an additional $0.25. I also crave their guacamole. Definitely try their conchata - iced coffee and horchata mixed together. The only downside - don't come here with friends if you're looking to have a conversation. You'll all be shoving food in your mouths too fast to be able to talk.
(5)Steve E.
great burritos and get the grilled jalapeno
(4)Gi F.
This place is so adorable. I went here with a friend, and the prices are really good! The inside is on the small side, but their outdoor patio is HUGE. We ate outside on a lovely evening, and I felt like I was at a Mexican-backyard-party! It was a lot of fun, and it is beautiful on their patio! I can't wait to go back on another beautiful day!
(5)Ashleigh T.
This place is so good. I've gone to this place twice and it was amazing both times. Prices are very affordable. Service is friendly. The carne asada is great. I can only say great things about both the food and the service. I always passed by it but I never went in to try it because it looked more like a house, but I decided to try it after my friends highly recommended it to me. I'm glad they did. I love this place. The only con is parking. I walk, because I'm close, but I had friends who said there wasn't anywhere to park other than spots on the street that will tow your car. Apparently parking is kind of a pain, so if you're walking distance, like me, it's more convenient to walk.
(5)David G.
I been here before and I really don't remember much from the first time, but I was looking for a place for lunch and decided to come back. First thing that I noticed was that they had a special running, 4 tacos chicken or al pastor for 6.99. Wow that is like 1.75 a taco, not much of a deal. I came in and didn't see much on the abbreviated menu. No meals with beans and rice, just tacos, burritos, and tortas if I remember right. I decided I would get the special and split between 2 chicken and 2 al pastor. I also asked for chips and was surprised to see that I had to pay for a small basket with salsa. Well I wanted chips so I forked my money over. The tacos were not bad, but this is the weird part. I have had al pastor many times, and for some reason this one tasted like Chinese BBQ pork. I swear if I didn't know better it might have been. Over all the place was not that bad, but 2 blocks either way , you can get way better food.
(2)John O.
Amazing and professional i have eaten all over The world and this place kicks ass for The money try the spicy burro and fish tacos!
(5)Abby H.
I ate lunch frequently at America's Tacos on 7th Ave, by my old office, so I was thrilled to see an American's open in my Downtown Scottsdale 'hood. I cannot not overeat at this place. I [over]order the same items pretty much every time: a cuatro for the table - salsa, guacamole, and bean dips with chips - and a regular carne asada burrito. If you haven't experienced cotija cheese and lime on corn on the cob before, open your mind and mouth to America's Corn. MAN I love that stuff. I love their salsa and guacamole. And the carne asada....Mmm. Sometimes I wish my burrito was bit warmer in terms of the temperature, but otherwise it's awesome. America's Scottsdale features a large back patio shaded by mature trees. I've only been to the Scottsdale location in the evening. At that hour I never have a problem with parking and the restaurant has never been crowded, inside or out. The service is always extremely friendly and helpful. I couldn't ask for a better neighborhood taco shop!
(4)Philippos S.
Excellent al pastor. Great place for quick mexican food fix.
(4)robert c.
had a burrito there. it had 1/2 the pork filling that you will find anywhere else. so its basically a tourist trap in the heart of old town scottsdale trying to rip people off. better bet would be filebertos.
(1)Chad G.
Was walking around Old Town and came across the taco shop. What a gem of a find it was. The tacos are everything you think of when eating a street taco even though it's in a restaurant setting. The patio is wonderful to boot.
(4)Mark C.
Meh nothing bad but nothing good either.
(3)Kyrie M.
This place is right down the road from my office so we decided to try it for lunch. Right off the bat points for very friendly service. We were able to put in our order right away and the food came up fast. The food was ok but there's room for improvement. I have no complaints except the flavor and spiciness was lacking. I covered my food in the spicy salsa, and even that seemed mild. Overall it's a bit too americanized for my liking, but still not a bad place for a quick lunch.
(3)Rob S.
I went here for lunch on a weekday so it wasn't that crowded, and parking was not an issue in the dirt lot everyone raves about. Tacos were pretty good: I had one chicken, carne asada, and pork. The last 2 were the best. Their guacamole was tasty. Cashier and the other guy walking around (manager or owner?) were friendly and checked on us a few times. There is a large back patio area so if you want to enjoy some tacos outside before it heats up, check this place out.
(4)Steve B.
Love it no more to say!
(5)Christina M.
Its really great to have ATS right by my house now! We had the vampiros al pastor, chicken tacos, chips and salsa and a bean and cheese burrito. All fabulous. Ice tea was also great. But, the thing i love about it here is the incredibly friendly service. I specifically asked her name because she was just so damn nice. She brought us mire chips without asking, checked on us a couple of times just because she was passing by and really knew the menu which was helpful to my friends that had never eaten here. So, thank you Sage. It makes a delicious meal even better when someone like you goes above and beyond.
(4)Jeff B.
First time at America's was a great experience. Friendly staff and very quick service. The patio looked very nice, but it was a little too cold so we sat inside. They did a great job converting this old home into a nice cozy restaurant. I had the Al Pastor (marinated pork) burrito and it was delicious. The chips and salsa were terrific as well. I only wish they were open later than 9pm (10p on the weekends). We need some quality late night eateries in AZ.
(4)JD W.
The family and I love this place we go once a month. My son like to run around on the patio.
(5)Alex M.
Favorite take out Mexican food in town. The bean and cheese burrito is my go-to order, and it never fails. The homemade beans are so delicious and the tortilla is thin and buttery making it a true authentic experience. The atmosphere is awesome because it is situated in an old house complete with a backyard with a fountain and a large tree, perfect for an impromtu photo shoot! Also they serve Coke products, always a plus! Great service and hospitality too. A downside is their lack of complimentary chips and salsa.
(4)Carrie E.
Food was great ! Always good !! I will be back !!
(5)Sheila L.
Tacos were good, love the outdoor patio...sauce very good that goes with the "chips and sauce". I tried the El Paston, quite delicious and the chicken taco..good but better when you dip it in the mystery citrus sauce it comes with...then i had a carne asada taco, also good and some sort of mango tea. the patio is cute and tropical looking, plants all around, quiet no street noise.
(5)Ricardo V.
I have been to other locations and liked the food and I drive by this new location all the time so I finally tried it. I was very disapointed in the food. I ordered a taco and burrito. The taco was not bad but the burrito was not tasty. My friend ordered a burrito as well and was very disapointed. The parking can be limited here as well. I'm hoping they can fine tune and make some corrections for improvements.
(2)Kike U.
Excellent service! Outstanding, clean and welcoming atmosphere. Love the place and the service.
(5)Amanda C.
Atmosphere, food, and location, this place has it all! If you are looking for a low key Mexican food restaurant in Scottsdale with excellent food this is your place!!! I will be frequenting this spot!!
(5)Animal F.
Stopped in for a quick lunch with my Mom and found the place to be quite remarkable. We were greeted warmly and told to sit anywhere. Ordered up tacos, two each, chicken, pork and carne asada. Street taco size and very tasty. Mom had tacos as well and as this was just a way of killing some time we did not sit for a full meal. I will be coming back, soon as time allows to experience more of this wonderful little shop. Had no trouble parking right in the driveway. I asked inside and was told it would be alright.
(4)Andy G.
I feel like I can live here. It's in an old house with a cool backyard "patio" setup for dining. I've never eaten my food there but I've taken it home many times and it's consistently delicious. Consistency is the key word there. My girlfriend and I tried a different America's location (off the 101 and Via de Ventura) and it didn't taste the same so we won't be going back there. The adoba pork is made just like gyro meat but with a pineapple that adds a fantastic sweetness you can't find anywhere else. My gf loves the carne asada and asks for it quite often while we're just sitting around the apartment. Our order always consists of one taco and one burrito each plus a side of beans. She goes for the carne asada burrito and adoba taco and I like to switch back and forth. We only recently discovered this location and have been there at least five times in the past month, highly recommended for somebody who wants to pass by the often rundown taqueria for a fantastic alternative.
(5)Alex B.
The place is very clean! The tacos are a good size! Healthy, not too heavy and the carne asad is WONDERFUL! I have never been disappointed.
(4)Susan J.
Yummy, Wow oh Wow. Great tacos, burritos, corn on the cob, guac and don't forget the FLAN. Long drive but worth it. New location is awesome.
(5)Darlene C.
very cute shop inside an old house in oldtown. clean comfy atmosphere, beautiful patio. service was friendly and efficient. Drawback: no fountain sodas or fresh brewed iced tea...all cans. expensive cans. $1.50 for can of diet coke . however, they do serve beer and tquila. The best chips and salsa i have ever had. i could eat the salsa with a spoon as a meal. it was so flavorfil, with just the right kick of heat. great lunch spot...my coworkers are addicted...
(4)Shannon P.
I absolutely LOVED this place. The guacamole, ceviche (only available on Fri & Sat.) and the el pastor tacos are my FAVORITES. I am SO sad they closed :(
(5)mark g.
went here yesterday for dinner had the special 4 chicken tacos for 6.95 they were good i also ordered a side of beans which were ok no chips are served with the side of beans or in general unless ordered as a side as well
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