Tacos El Cuñado
1342 Grandville Ave SW, Grand Rapids, MI, 49503
Tacos El Cuñado Menu
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Diabetics at Taco Bell
The biggest concern for diabetics is to find healthy food with less sugar at restaurants. The hunt for the right food becomes even more challenging for diabetics when dining at a fast food restaurant. Well, Taco Bell changes that with Fresco style. Simply ask or order an item from the Taco Bell menu in Fresco Style.
Food Suggestions for Diabetics at Taco Bell:
Crunchy Taco Supreme
Nutrition Fact: 190 calories, 11g Fat (4.5g Sat. Fat), 340mg sodium, 15g Carbs, 2g Sugar, 3g Fiber, 8g Protein
Fresco Steak Soft Taco
Nutrition Fact: 150 calories, 4g Fat (1.5g Sat. Fat), 460mg sodium, 17g Carbs, 2g Sugar, 2g Fiber, 10g Protein
Fresco Soft Taco – Shredded Chicken
Nutrition Fact: 150 calories, 6g Fat (2g Sat. Fat), 430mg sodium, 16g Carbs, 1g Sugar, 2g Fiber, 9g Protein
Fresco Soft Taco Beef
Nutrition Fact: 160 calories, 6g Fat (2.5g Sat. Fat), 480mg sodium, 18g Carbs, 1g Sugar, 3g Fiber, 8g Protein
Veggie Power Menu Bowl
Nutrition Fact: 480 calories, 19g Fat (5g Sat. Fat), 970mg sodium, 65g Carbs, 2g Sugar, 13g Fiber, 14g Protein
Bean Burrito
Nutrition Fact: 380 calories, 11g Fat (4g Sat. Fat), 1060mg sodium, 55g Carbs, 3g Sugar, 9g Fiber, 14g Protein
Mini Skillet Bowl
Nutrition Fact: 180 calories, 11g Fat (2g Sat. Fat), 430mg sodium, 16g Carbs, less than 1g Sugar, 2g Fiber, 5g Protein
Foods to Avoid at Taco Bell for Diabetics:
You must avoid all kinds of Drinks and Freezes at Taco Bell if you have diabetes. Almost every beverage offered at Taco Bell contains high sugar content.
High Cholesterol at Taco Bell
Fast food restaurants are known for serving high calorie, greasy food with lots of sugars. Taco Bell changes this trend by offering Fresco Style option where your favorite food item is prepared using pico de gallo as it will cut down 20 – 30 calories easily from the original meal.
Food Suggestions to Maintain Cholesterol Level at Taco Bell:
Mini Skillet Bowl
Nutrition Fact: 180 calories, 11g Fat (2g Sat. Fat), 430mg sodium, 16g Carbs, less than 1g Sugar, 2g Fiber, 5g Protein
Breakfast Soft Taco – Egg & Cheese
Nutrition Fact: 170 calories, 9g Fat (3g Sat. Fat), 330mg sodium, 15g Carbs, less than 1g Sugar, less than 1g Fiber, 7g Protein
Spicy Tostada
Nutrition Fact: 210 calories, 10g Fat (3g Sat. Fat), 440mg sodium, 22g Carbs, 2g Sugar, 5g Fiber, 6g Protein
Fresco Crunchy Taco – Beef
Nutrition Fact: 140 calories, 7g Fat (2.5g Sat. Fat), 300mg sodium, 14g Carbs, less than 1g Sugar, 3g Fiber, 6g Protein
Shredded Chicken Mini Quesadilla
Nutrition Fact: 200 calories, 10g Fat (3.5g Sat. Fat), 490mg sodium, 15g Carbs, less than 1g Sugar, 1g Fiber, 10g Protein
Crunchy Taco Supreme
Nutrition Fact: 190 calories, 11g Fat (4.5g Sat. Fat), 340mg sodium, 15g Carbs, 2g Sugar, 3g Fiber, 8g Protein
Spicy Potato Soft Taco
Nutrition Fact: 230 calories, 12g Fat (3g Sat. Fat), 460mg sodium, 27g Carbs, 1g Sugar, 2g Fiber, 5g Protein
Foods to Avoid at Taco Bell for High Cholesterol:
It is best to avoid Bacon or Steak dishes at Taco Bell as such dishes contain a lot of fat. Also, try to avoid all kinds of Drinks and Freezes which are full of sugars resulting in empty calories.
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High Blood Pressure at Taco Bell
People with high blood pressure must avoid food with high sodium levels. You can either ask the people at Taco Bell to add less salt in your food or choose the food items with less sodium content or customize your order using Taco Bell's own nutrition calculator.
Food Suggestions to Control Blood Pressure at Taco Bell:
Fresco Chicken Soft Taco
Nutrition Fact: 150 calories, 6g Fat (2g Sat. Fat), 430mg sodium, 16g Carbs, 1g Sugar, 2g Fiber, 9g Protein
Spicy Tostada
Nutrition Fact: 210 calories, 10g Fat (3g Sat. Fat), 440mg sodium, 22g Carbs, 2g Sugar, 5g Fiber, 6g Protein
Grilled Breakfast Burrito - Sausage
Nutrition Fact: 340 calories, 17g Fat (5g Sat. Fat), 730mg sodium, 36g Carbs, 3g Sugar, 2g Fiber, 11g Protein
Veggie Power Menu Bowl
Nutrition Fact: 480 calories, 19g Fat (5g Sat. Fat), 970mg sodium, 65g Carbs, 2g Sugar, 13g Fiber, 14g Protein
Foods to Avoid at Taco Bell for High Blood Pressure:
Taco Bell offers a wide range of Grande Scrambler Burritos, Crunch wraps, and Quesadillas which are high in sodium. It is important to limit the sodium intake at Taco Bell and avoid any meal with over 750-800mg sodium.
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High Cholesterol at Taco Bell
Fast food restaurants are known for serving high calorie, greasy food with lots of sugars. Taco Bell changes this trend by offering Fresco Style option where your favorite food item is prepared using pico de gallo as it will cut down 20 – 30 calories easily from the original meal.
Food Suggestions to Maintain Cholesterol Level at Taco Bell:
Mini Skillet Bowl
Nutrition Fact: 180 calories, 11g Fat (2g Sat. Fat), 430mg sodium, 16g Carbs, less than 1g Sugar, 2g Fiber, 5g Protein
Breakfast Soft Taco – Egg & Cheese
Nutrition Fact: 170 calories, 9g Fat (3g Sat. Fat), 330mg sodium, 15g Carbs, less than 1g Sugar, less than 1g Fiber, 7g Protein
Spicy Tostada
Nutrition Fact: 210 calories, 10g Fat (3g Sat. Fat), 440mg sodium, 22g Carbs, 2g Sugar, 5g Fiber, 6g Protein
Fresco Crunchy Taco – Beef
Nutrition Fact: 140 calories, 7g Fat (2.5g Sat. Fat), 300mg sodium, 14g Carbs, less than 1g Sugar, 3g Fiber, 6g Protein
Shredded Chicken Mini Quesadilla
Nutrition Fact: 200 calories, 10g Fat (3.5g Sat. Fat), 490mg sodium, 15g Carbs, less than 1g Sugar, 1g Fiber, 10g Protein
Crunchy Taco Supreme
Nutrition Fact: 190 calories, 11g Fat (4.5g Sat. Fat), 340mg sodium, 15g Carbs, 2g Sugar, 3g Fiber, 8g Protein
Spicy Potato Soft Taco
Nutrition Fact: 230 calories, 12g Fat (3g Sat. Fat), 460mg sodium, 27g Carbs, 1g Sugar, 2g Fiber, 5g Protein
Foods to Avoid at Taco Bell for High Cholesterol:
It is best to avoid Bacon or Steak dishes at Taco Bell as such dishes contain a lot of fat. Also, try to avoid all kinds of Drinks and Freezes which are full of sugars resulting in empty calories.
Visit below restaurant in Grand Rapids for healthy meals suggestion.
Q&A on Taco Bell
Who owns Taco Bell?
Taco Bell is a restaurant chain subsidiary owned by Yum! Brands, Inc. which controls the restaurant division of PepsiCo.
When does Taco Bell stop serving breakfast?
Taco Bell starts serving breakfast from 6 a.m. which is one hour later than other competitors. However, the restaurant chain continues serving breakfast till 11 a.m. which is half an hour later than other competitors.
When is Taco Bell happy hour?
Happy hour at Taco Bell starts from 2 p.m. to 5 p.m.
Are Taco Bell beans healthy?
Beans are rich in protein, fiber, and minerals like iron and phosphorous. Hence, Taco Bell beans are healthy in nature. However, there are claims that Taco Bell uses a rehydrated slew of mystery ingredients instead of beans. So, simply inquire about the beans before ordering items serving Taco Bell beans.
Which Taco Bell is closest to me?
Use our Restaurant Listings directory to find Taco Bell nearby.
Which Taco Bell sauce is hottest?
Diablo is the hottest Taco Bell sauce.
Which Taco Bell sauce is best?
In terms of popularity, the Mild sauce is undoubtedly the best Taco Bell sauce favored by Americans.
Which Taco Bell sauces are vegan?
Hot and Mild sauces are certified vegan.
Which Taco Bell has nacho fries?
Taco Bell has a habit of discontinuing and relaunching Nacho Fries. You can find the Taco Bell locations nearby to see if the Taco Bell store has Nacho Fries.
Which Taco Bell is open right now?
Taco Bell opens at 6 a.m. in the morning and stays open until 3 a.m. the next day at major locations. In New York city, the Taco Bell stores stay open till 11 p.m. or 12 midnight.
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About Taco Bell
Taco Bell is a haven for Mexican delicacies such as tacos, quesadillas, burritos, nachos, and other specialty items. Owned by Yum! Brands, Inc. Taco Bell is one of the fastest growing American chains of fast food restaurants. The restaurant operates from 7,072 different locations which are mostly run by independent franchisees and licensees.
The background story of Taco Bell is interesting and inspiring for budding entrepreneurs. The fast-food brand is the brainchild of Glen Bell, who started his first food venture as a hot dog seller in San Bernardino, California. The year was 1948. After witnessing long queues outside a Mexican restaurant called Mitla Café across the street, Bell saw the opportunity and demand for hard-shelled Tacos. He reverse-engineered the recipe and later started selling Tacos and called the venture Taco-Tia.
Later, the name changed from Taco-Tia to El Taco. Eventually, Glen Bell sold the company to his partner and opened the first Taco Bell in Downey in 1962. By 1964, the restaurant also got its first franchise in Torrance. The 100th Taco Bell restaurant was opened by 1965. PepsiCo acquired Taco Bell from Glen Bell in 1978 and the restaurant brand is currently a subsidiary of Yum! Brands which looks after the restaurant business of PepsiCo.
Healthy Food Options at Taco Bell
You may believe that a healthy lifestyle doesn't go well at a fast food restaurant. Well, that's not the case with Taco Bell. Surprisingly Taco Bell offers a variety of healthy options, thanks to the in-house registered dietician who monitors the whole menu. The dietician ensures that each item on the menu is free from additives and preservatives, colors, and artificial flavors. The dietician also ensures that the food served at Taco Bell doesn't contain high-fructose corn syrup, low sodium levels, and reduced use of partially hydrogenated oil.
More than 75% of food items served at Taco Bell falls under 500 calories. Taco Bell also features the Fresco Style option which helps the customers to maintain healthy diet plan without missing out on taste. In Fresco style option, Taco Bell switches pico de gallo with cheese, sour cream, guac, and mayo-based sauce. Taco Bell takes care of almost every health preference of its customers.
Tips for Dining at Taco Bell
Diabetics can also try other Fresco styled Taco items such as Fresco Crunchy Taco, Fresco Grilled Steak, and Fresco Soft Taco Beef. These are other healthy alternatives of Tacos for diabetics which contains an adequate amount of starch and minimum or no fat content. Switch the regular sauce or cheese with pico de gallo and you can easily reduce the sodium intake and fat content for your body. It will help maintain blood pressure levels and control high cholesterol.
Q&A on Taco Bell
Who owns Taco Bell?
Taco Bell is a restaurant chain subsidiary owned by Yum! Brands, Inc. which controls the restaurant division of PepsiCo.
When does Taco Bell stop serving breakfast?
Taco Bell starts serving breakfast from 6 a.m. which is one hour later than other competitors. However, the restaurant chain continues serving breakfast till 11 a.m. which is half an hour later than other competitors.
When is Taco Bell happy hour?
Happy hour at Taco Bell starts from 2 p.m. to 5 p.m.
Are Taco Bell beans healthy?
Beans are rich in protein, fiber, and minerals like iron and phosphorous. Hence, Taco Bell beans are healthy in nature. However, there are claims that Taco Bell uses a rehydrated slew of mystery ingredients instead of beans. So, simply inquire about the beans before ordering items serving Taco Bell beans.
Which Taco Bell is closest to me?
Use our Restaurant Listings directory to find Taco Bell nearby.
Which Taco Bell sauce is hottest?
Diablo is the hottest Taco Bell sauce.
Which Taco Bell sauce is best?
In terms of popularity, the Mild sauce is undoubtedly the best Taco Bell sauce favored by Americans.
Which Taco Bell sauces are vegan?
Hot and Mild sauces are certified vegan.
Which Taco Bell has nacho fries?
Taco Bell has a habit of discontinuing and relaunching Nacho Fries. You can find the Taco Bell locations nearby to see if the Taco Bell store has Nacho Fries.
Which Taco Bell is open right now?
Taco Bell opens at 6 a.m. in the morning and stays open until 3 a.m. the next day at major locations. In New York city, the Taco Bell stores stay open till 11 p.m. or 12 midnight.
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Address :
1342 Grandville Ave SW
Grand Rapids, MI, 49503 - Phone (616) 452-1266
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Opening Hours
- Mon :10:00 am - 10
Specialities
- Takes Reservations : No
Delivery : Yes
Take-out : Yes
Accepts Credit Cards : Yes
Good For : Lunch
Parking : Private Lot
Bike Parking : Yes
Good for Kids : Yes
Good for Groups : No
Attire : Casual
Ambience : Divey
Noise Level : Average
Alcohol : No
Outdoor Seating : Yes
Wi-Fi : No
Has TV : Yes
Waiter Service : Yes
Caters : Yes
Categories
Mexican Cuisine
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.
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Ben D.
Our "go to" for lunch at least once a week. Located in one of my favorite neighborhoods. Try anything....you can't go wrong. We have even hired them to cater events.
(5)Tyler B.
Wow! Best veggie taco i've had yet! Small little place with indoor and outdoor seating. Friendly servers delicious complimentary chips and salsa and low low prices! Vegetarians, get a veggie gordita and veggie taco!
(5)Adam W.
I used to live in Los Angeles, so I hold my Mexican food with pretty high esteem. Finding something that this gringo would coin "authentic" has been a bit of a struggle for me. But, I somehow stumbled across Tacos El Cuñado. Walking into this place, instantly, I was transported back to my favorite taqueria in Glendale, CA... El Sauz. Small, crowded, you can see right through into the hustling and bustling kitchen. Mexican music plays just a touch too loudly and everyone is kind of cramped. I love it. I had to go for the old standards. Gimme two carne asada tacos and two al pastor. A short wait later, and these puppies are brought out fresh from the kitchen to me. And they. are. huge. These tacos were much bigger than anything I remember getting from LA, but the prices are right on par (approximately $2 a taco). Super bonus points because, just like LA, I was brought a plate of radishes, fresh limes, and jalapeño. The menu, which basically amounts to poster board written on in marker, is expansive and all inclusive just like I was expecting. Tacos de cabeza, lengua, tripa, and more are here. There was even chorizo tacos, which I don't recall seeing in LA, but will definitely have to try next time I'm there. It boils down to this. This place is a steal at its prices. The food is beyond amazing and I think the al pastor was, by far, the best of this trip. I want this stuff every day for the rest of my life... or at least until I can move back to CA. Too bad I don't make enough dough to afford eating out every day, even at their low prices. Hit this place up and, if you dig authentic Mexican, I don't think you'll be disappointed. Hell, I know you won't be disappointed. This place is a godsend in Grand Rapids.
(5)Yury K.
Even before coming here, I heard that the food was good and authentic... And I recieved nothing less. The food was so delicious and cheap! (Which is especially great if you're a poor college student.) I ordered three tacos: cabeza (head), lengua (tongue), and al pastor (marinated pork). They were all delicious, but I'd especially recommend lengua if you feel adventurous enough! :) Mmm mmm MMM!
(5)Rob B.
I've never had better mexican food in my life, and I love mexican food. Holy @#%^.
(5)Mark G.
Excellent tacos, I would not dine in there, but I think it is a great place for takeout..
(5)Aaron V.
Steak tacos are great. Sorry no pic, couldn't stop to take a pic hahaha. However if you have the guts to try there jalapeños, just a warning they are hot as hades sitting out in the sun tanning. OMG thought my stomach was on fire lol. However that's what happens when it's a dare at work, don't worry won't eat those again. Lol
(5)Derrick V.
They have quite a variety of foods that they can make! Don't let the look of this place fool you. They have some of the best Spanish food I have had in Grand Rapids. It is usually busy but you can always find a little spot to sit down at. I personally just place my order and take it to go with me. They always seem to have my order come out faster this way. They are relatively inexpensive and are overall friendly. I always feel welcomed and they actually provide chips and dip if you are eating in. If you have not treated yourself to this place don't deny yourself anymore! When you have no idea what to have for dinner and are interested in Spanish food, think of this place. You won't regret it!
(4)Regan L.
I've had some great Mexican food in Grand Rapids. We are blessed to have a great Hispanic community! I love this restaurant. And mostly because they do the offal meats so very well. The tongue, beef head, and tripe are amazing. The tacos al pastor, heavenly. The people there are very nice too. This really isn't a place to bring a date unless you want to impress her with the fact that you know where to find the best Mexican food in West Michigan. BTW, I'm a suburban white guy, but I have come to know and love the beauty that is offal meat. Thank you Anthony Bourdain! But especially thank you Tacos El Cunado!
(5)Earl P.
Free chips, excellent rojo, incredible chorizo torta. I've been here many many times. This is where I go for mexican. It has very limited seating. Its in the Mexican hood and Mexicans love this place. Its real.
(5)Seth J.
Tiny street stand on the west side of Grand Rapids that serves perfect, authentic Mexican food. The menu is limited but that doesn't matter because everything is insanely good. They have tripe, cabeza (beef head), and tongue for the more adventurous, and steak, chicken, and pork for the more timid. Tacos and burritos are crazy generous with the meat, and are without question the best tacos and burritos in town. Kitchen is very clean! It's viewable from the guest area, so you can see them work. Will return many times.
(5)Carla C.
Go if you like awesome authentic food and want to have a quick bite to eat. Don't go if you want a alcoholic beverage, want to sit and relax for a hour or so and like Taco Bell.
(4)jim S.
Ordered two chicken tacos, not the greatest, but not terrible. Don't come with more than two people, as there literally is no where for a fourth person to sit. Maybe I don't like Mexican food, I guess I've never had the real thing before. No lettuce, sour cream , tomatoes our anything else, just a heap of chicken and a TON of cilantro. Server brought out food and never returned to the table, even to bring our check, but she kind of smiled when we came in the door. I feel you could keep looking and find better, unless you're hard up for 'authentic' Mexican.Two stars might be generous.
(2)Kathleen B.
Having just had the best guacamole of my life (including guac in Mexico), I will now be forever disappointed in all other guac. This restaurant will turn you into a guac snob... LOVED EVERY BITE!
(5)Valerie L.
YUM!! This place is awesome!! Very small, 1 room restaurant with about 5 tables & 3 chairs per table. They serve you free chips & salsa if you eat in! We also had the guacamole which was freshly made, but way too salty. The small chicken quesadilla was really good-- it had shredded chicken, lettuce, tomatoes, & cheese. The al pastor & asada tacos were both also delicious--they are served with fresh cilantro & onions! The tacos were huge & the tortillas were hot & greasy!! They have bottled water & sodas if you're thirsty. They take credit cards & cash. I will definitely be back! Best taco joint in GR so far! My husband loves this place & he is from LA!
(5)Brandon J.
A good spot for Mexican style tacos in Grand Rapids. Tacos El Cunado is located off Grandville Ave as you're heading SW out of the city. Pull up to the brightly colored green shack with red trim and large yellow lettering spelling out what you're there for, TACOS. Inside it's pretty cramped but they manage to fit a few tables fairly comfortably. Plus, on nice days they have a small outdoor patio attached to the building with additional seating if you're not taking your food to go. As for the food, it's fairly good especially for the price (2 something a taco). I've tried the pork, beef head, tongue, shrimp and chorizo tacos. Meats are tender and flavorful, cilantro and onion provides contrast and their sauces are excellent. Tacos are served on warmed corn tortillas for those of you with wheat/gluten allergies. My concern and therein reflected rating is in the service. On my first visit, the serving staff member was incredibly friendly not to mention helpful. My last visit was a very different experience. If any of you have entered a restaurant and been given that strong "why are you even here?!" vibe from staff then you'll understand where I'm coming from. It made the whole ordering and eating experience uncomfortable. And of course you spent the whole time eating thinking, "did I do something?" I'd stop in for a taco again, but feeling unwelcome this last time through makes me hesitant to return.
(3)Sara C.
This tiny, out of the way little taco shack is such a gem! :) Authentic Mexican food at lower prices than Taco Bell - seriously! It's hard not to over-order because everything is so big! The guacamole (and everything, really) is super fresh! They have outdoor seating, too! I can't stop with the exclamation points! :) I think about it at least once a week! LOVE.
(5)Adam G.
Wow this place was good. I got a cabasa and a steak taco. Both had so much flavor. Very authentic and very inexpensive. It came with the grilled onions and jalapeno. It was just a quick stop because I was in the area. I will do a better review next time, but in the mean time check it out. You won't be sorry.
(5)Steven B.
The wet burrito sauce was a little tangier then I liked but it was massive and the insides were delicious. We also ordered a chicken quesadilla, best one I think I've ever eaten and I'm from Los Angeles!
(5)Christian H.
Since I first ate here in the winter I've been hooked. It is a very local mom and pop operation that is focused on making incredibly authentic, filling, tasty food all day long. Though it tends to have somewhat of a rough motif for its interior the place exudes great smells, friendly bi-lingual accommodating staff, and good prices. The place is clean. The food will make you blush at first bite, and swear off many other restaurants in Grand Rapids who claim to make anything that rivals the quality. It should be noted though that the dining area is cramped, so if you're looking to accommodate a large party bigger than 5 you may end up having to sit outside. It should also be noted that this place DOES NOT accommodate alcohol, but does offers a la carte drinks (mainly coke products and bottle water). Forget your Qudoba and Chipotley. If you come to G.R. hit this place up, you won't regret it.
(5)Steve C.
Well this place was quite a surprise for me. I would never have stopped here based on its overall appearance - it's a bit rustic and extremely casual. Certainly it's a very local place with only a couple tables indoors and a few patio tables outside. However fellow Yelpers have given this restaurant enough praise to convince me to go a little out of my element to try this restaurant while passing through Grand Rapids. The only thing that I had to eat here were the pastor tacos but they convinced me that this place knows how to feed people. The meat was cooked perfectly, with enough sear on some of the pieces to add texture and caramelized flavor. They come with or without a heaping helping of cilantro and raw onions as is your preference. A little fresh lime juice finishes them off nicely. If you are looking for a quick, casual bite to eat and you are willing to judge your meal on the food alone (and not the decor), then this place is worth a try.
(5)Samantha D.
Love this place! Other than the VERY tiny dining area, this is as good as it gets when it comes to Mexican food in the area. The gorditas are just wow. Cheap, fast, friendly, and delish!
(4)Josh B.
This place is a dump...which means it probably has pretty good authentic Mexican food. And it does. I got tacos...1 steamed beef and 1 marinated pork. Both were very good but they didn't give me a choice of tortillas so I assume all they have is corn. This fat gringo prefers flour, but I'm versatile. I love that they serve the tacos with a side plate of veggies (radishes, spicy pickled onions, jalapeño, sautéed onions, and lime wedges) and there are some homemade salsas on the table so you can jazz up the taco to your liking. The service was good and overall the food was good...not great. I'll be back to try more as this is one the better Mexican joints I've found in GR.
(4)Dave N.
Great taco stand with a variety of choices on the menu. Very authentic. Very reasonable. Delicious.
(5)El P.
It's amazing how many tacos el cunado we have in the city but yet they're all different. I'm still really partial to the downtown market one because of the meatless options and they don't use lard in their beans like the rest of the restaurant locations. this el cunado is a hole in the wall but the restaurant has great food great character and a surprisingly nice deck.
(4)Abi D.
So. Good.
(5)Christina B.
Excellent tacos - particularly the el Pastor, Carne Asada, Barbacoa done in an authentic manner... terrific chips, incredible housemade salsa, and so on - all on the cheap! Service is tedious so expect to wait a bit unless you're ordering out!
(4)Earl P.
Free chips, excellent rojo, incredible chorizo torta. I've been here many many times. This is where I go for mexican. It has very limited seating. Its in the Mexican hood and Mexicans love this place. Its real.
(5)Seth J.
Tiny street stand on the west side of Grand Rapids that serves perfect, authentic Mexican food. The menu is limited but that doesn't matter because everything is insanely good. They have tripe, cabeza (beef head), and tongue for the more adventurous, and steak, chicken, and pork for the more timid. Tacos and burritos are crazy generous with the meat, and are without question the best tacos and burritos in town. Kitchen is very clean! It's viewable from the guest area, so you can see them work. Will return many times.
(5)Carla C.
Go if you like awesome authentic food and want to have a quick bite to eat. Don't go if you want a alcoholic beverage, want to sit and relax for a hour or so and like Taco Bell.
(4)Aaron V.
Steak tacos are great. Sorry no pic, couldn't stop to take a pic hahaha. However if you have the guts to try there jalapeños, just a warning they are hot as hades sitting out in the sun tanning. OMG thought my stomach was on fire lol. However that's what happens when it's a dare at work, don't worry won't eat those again. Lol
(5)Derrick V.
They have quite a variety of foods that they can make! Don't let the look of this place fool you. They have some of the best Spanish food I have had in Grand Rapids. It is usually busy but you can always find a little spot to sit down at. I personally just place my order and take it to go with me. They always seem to have my order come out faster this way. They are relatively inexpensive and are overall friendly. I always feel welcomed and they actually provide chips and dip if you are eating in. If you have not treated yourself to this place don't deny yourself anymore! When you have no idea what to have for dinner and are interested in Spanish food, think of this place. You won't regret it!
(4)Valerie L.
YUM!! This place is awesome!! Very small, 1 room restaurant with about 5 tables & 3 chairs per table. They serve you free chips & salsa if you eat in! We also had the guacamole which was freshly made, but way too salty. The small chicken quesadilla was really good-- it had shredded chicken, lettuce, tomatoes, & cheese. The al pastor & asada tacos were both also delicious--they are served with fresh cilantro & onions! The tacos were huge & the tortillas were hot & greasy!! They have bottled water & sodas if you're thirsty. They take credit cards & cash. I will definitely be back! Best taco joint in GR so far! My husband loves this place & he is from LA!
(5)Brandon J.
A good spot for Mexican style tacos in Grand Rapids. Tacos El Cunado is located off Grandville Ave as you're heading SW out of the city. Pull up to the brightly colored green shack with red trim and large yellow lettering spelling out what you're there for, TACOS. Inside it's pretty cramped but they manage to fit a few tables fairly comfortably. Plus, on nice days they have a small outdoor patio attached to the building with additional seating if you're not taking your food to go. As for the food, it's fairly good especially for the price (2 something a taco). I've tried the pork, beef head, tongue, shrimp and chorizo tacos. Meats are tender and flavorful, cilantro and onion provides contrast and their sauces are excellent. Tacos are served on warmed corn tortillas for those of you with wheat/gluten allergies. My concern and therein reflected rating is in the service. On my first visit, the serving staff member was incredibly friendly not to mention helpful. My last visit was a very different experience. If any of you have entered a restaurant and been given that strong "why are you even here?!" vibe from staff then you'll understand where I'm coming from. It made the whole ordering and eating experience uncomfortable. And of course you spent the whole time eating thinking, "did I do something?" I'd stop in for a taco again, but feeling unwelcome this last time through makes me hesitant to return.
(3)Sara C.
This tiny, out of the way little taco shack is such a gem! :) Authentic Mexican food at lower prices than Taco Bell - seriously! It's hard not to over-order because everything is so big! The guacamole (and everything, really) is super fresh! They have outdoor seating, too! I can't stop with the exclamation points! :) I think about it at least once a week! LOVE.
(5)Steve C.
Well this place was quite a surprise for me. I would never have stopped here based on its overall appearance - it's a bit rustic and extremely casual. Certainly it's a very local place with only a couple tables indoors and a few patio tables outside. However fellow Yelpers have given this restaurant enough praise to convince me to go a little out of my element to try this restaurant while passing through Grand Rapids. The only thing that I had to eat here were the pastor tacos but they convinced me that this place knows how to feed people. The meat was cooked perfectly, with enough sear on some of the pieces to add texture and caramelized flavor. They come with or without a heaping helping of cilantro and raw onions as is your preference. A little fresh lime juice finishes them off nicely. If you are looking for a quick, casual bite to eat and you are willing to judge your meal on the food alone (and not the decor), then this place is worth a try.
(5)Samantha D.
Love this place! Other than the VERY tiny dining area, this is as good as it gets when it comes to Mexican food in the area. The gorditas are just wow. Cheap, fast, friendly, and delish!
(4)Josh B.
This place is a dump...which means it probably has pretty good authentic Mexican food. And it does. I got tacos...1 steamed beef and 1 marinated pork. Both were very good but they didn't give me a choice of tortillas so I assume all they have is corn. This fat gringo prefers flour, but I'm versatile. I love that they serve the tacos with a side plate of veggies (radishes, spicy pickled onions, jalapeño, sautéed onions, and lime wedges) and there are some homemade salsas on the table so you can jazz up the taco to your liking. The service was good and overall the food was good...not great. I'll be back to try more as this is one the better Mexican joints I've found in GR.
(4)Dave N.
Great taco stand with a variety of choices on the menu. Very authentic. Very reasonable. Delicious.
(5)El P.
It's amazing how many tacos el cunado we have in the city but yet they're all different. I'm still really partial to the downtown market one because of the meatless options and they don't use lard in their beans like the rest of the restaurant locations. this el cunado is a hole in the wall but the restaurant has great food great character and a surprisingly nice deck.
(4)Abi D.
So. Good.
(5)Christina B.
Excellent tacos - particularly the el Pastor, Carne Asada, Barbacoa done in an authentic manner... terrific chips, incredible housemade salsa, and so on - all on the cheap! Service is tedious so expect to wait a bit unless you're ordering out!
(4)Regan L.
I've had some great Mexican food in Grand Rapids. We are blessed to have a great Hispanic community! I love this restaurant. And mostly because they do the offal meats so very well. The tongue, beef head, and tripe are amazing. The tacos al pastor, heavenly. The people there are very nice too. This really isn't a place to bring a date unless you want to impress her with the fact that you know where to find the best Mexican food in West Michigan. BTW, I'm a suburban white guy, but I have come to know and love the beauty that is offal meat. Thank you Anthony Bourdain! But especially thank you Tacos El Cunado!
(5)Ben D.
Our "go to" for lunch at least once a week. Located in one of my favorite neighborhoods. Try anything....you can't go wrong. We have even hired them to cater events.
(5)Tyler B.
Wow! Best veggie taco i've had yet! Small little place with indoor and outdoor seating. Friendly servers delicious complimentary chips and salsa and low low prices! Vegetarians, get a veggie gordita and veggie taco!
(5)Adam W.
I used to live in Los Angeles, so I hold my Mexican food with pretty high esteem. Finding something that this gringo would coin "authentic" has been a bit of a struggle for me. But, I somehow stumbled across Tacos El Cuñado. Walking into this place, instantly, I was transported back to my favorite taqueria in Glendale, CA... El Sauz. Small, crowded, you can see right through into the hustling and bustling kitchen. Mexican music plays just a touch too loudly and everyone is kind of cramped. I love it. I had to go for the old standards. Gimme two carne asada tacos and two al pastor. A short wait later, and these puppies are brought out fresh from the kitchen to me. And they. are. huge. These tacos were much bigger than anything I remember getting from LA, but the prices are right on par (approximately $2 a taco). Super bonus points because, just like LA, I was brought a plate of radishes, fresh limes, and jalapeño. The menu, which basically amounts to poster board written on in marker, is expansive and all inclusive just like I was expecting. Tacos de cabeza, lengua, tripa, and more are here. There was even chorizo tacos, which I don't recall seeing in LA, but will definitely have to try next time I'm there. It boils down to this. This place is a steal at its prices. The food is beyond amazing and I think the al pastor was, by far, the best of this trip. I want this stuff every day for the rest of my life... or at least until I can move back to CA. Too bad I don't make enough dough to afford eating out every day, even at their low prices. Hit this place up and, if you dig authentic Mexican, I don't think you'll be disappointed. Hell, I know you won't be disappointed. This place is a godsend in Grand Rapids.
(5)Yury K.
Even before coming here, I heard that the food was good and authentic... And I recieved nothing less. The food was so delicious and cheap! (Which is especially great if you're a poor college student.) I ordered three tacos: cabeza (head), lengua (tongue), and al pastor (marinated pork). They were all delicious, but I'd especially recommend lengua if you feel adventurous enough! :) Mmm mmm MMM!
(5)Rob B.
I've never had better mexican food in my life, and I love mexican food. Holy @#%^.
(5)Mark G.
Excellent tacos, I would not dine in there, but I think it is a great place for takeout..
(5)jim S.
Ordered two chicken tacos, not the greatest, but not terrible. Don't come with more than two people, as there literally is no where for a fourth person to sit. Maybe I don't like Mexican food, I guess I've never had the real thing before. No lettuce, sour cream , tomatoes our anything else, just a heap of chicken and a TON of cilantro. Server brought out food and never returned to the table, even to bring our check, but she kind of smiled when we came in the door. I feel you could keep looking and find better, unless you're hard up for 'authentic' Mexican.Two stars might be generous.
(2)Kathleen B.
Having just had the best guacamole of my life (including guac in Mexico), I will now be forever disappointed in all other guac. This restaurant will turn you into a guac snob... LOVED EVERY BITE!
(5)Adam G.
Wow this place was good. I got a cabasa and a steak taco. Both had so much flavor. Very authentic and very inexpensive. It came with the grilled onions and jalapeno. It was just a quick stop because I was in the area. I will do a better review next time, but in the mean time check it out. You won't be sorry.
(5)Steven B.
The wet burrito sauce was a little tangier then I liked but it was massive and the insides were delicious. We also ordered a chicken quesadilla, best one I think I've ever eaten and I'm from Los Angeles!
(5)Christian H.
Since I first ate here in the winter I've been hooked. It is a very local mom and pop operation that is focused on making incredibly authentic, filling, tasty food all day long. Though it tends to have somewhat of a rough motif for its interior the place exudes great smells, friendly bi-lingual accommodating staff, and good prices. The place is clean. The food will make you blush at first bite, and swear off many other restaurants in Grand Rapids who claim to make anything that rivals the quality. It should be noted though that the dining area is cramped, so if you're looking to accommodate a large party bigger than 5 you may end up having to sit outside. It should also be noted that this place DOES NOT accommodate alcohol, but does offers a la carte drinks (mainly coke products and bottle water). Forget your Qudoba and Chipotley. If you come to G.R. hit this place up, you won't regret it.
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