Taco Chelo - Phoenix

Recommended by a local as the best tacos in town and I wouldn't argue. Pretty basic taco menu with a variety of meats and toppings. No chips here. Just whatever... read more Recommended by a local as the best tacos in town and I wouldn't argue. Pretty basic taco menu with a variety of meats and toppings. No chips here. Just whatever you order at the counter. I got a small chicken quesadilla as an appetizer and while good, I wouldn't recommend. It's filling and I would have rather had a 4th taco. Got carne asada, chicken and al pastor. Chicken was the best for me, hands down. Pork was mostly average. Carne asada was my 2nd best. My mate with me loved the fish and actually went back for a 2nd one of those. Even though it was hot, we sat outside in the misters and were comfortable. Right on a street corner but not too much traffic. Parked about a block away. Definitely recommend.

My friend and I visited Taco Chelo in downtown Phoenix at about noon on a Thursday in June, 2023. Parking was a bit challenging. There were parking spots right... read more My friend and I visited Taco Chelo in downtown Phoenix at about noon on a Thursday in June, 2023. Parking was a bit challenging. There were parking spots right outside, some with a parking meter, one without a meter. We parked in the spot without a meter, crossing our fingers that we wouldn't be towed. When you go into the front door there is the food preparation on the left. A long table mid floor with condiments, plastic forks, etc. On the right of the long condiment table are a few tables chairs against the west wall. There was a short line of people lined up on the right side of the condiment table waiting to approach the order taker. At the back south end of the restaurant is a door leading to the outdoor patio (with misters above). Once it was our turn at the order counter, we ordered a variety of tacos; some fish, some pork. They were brought to our table after just a ten minute wait. All of the tacos came as soft shell laid flat with ingredients laid on top. A simple fold and we could eat them in the traditional taco to head turned somewhat sideways method. They were very tasty. The only problem I had was with the container on the table containing a mild red sauce. The radius opening at the top of the container was smaller than the size of the ingredients inside. So when I squeezed the plastic bottle, then when nothing came out I squeezed a little harder, out with a blast came the ingredients, splashing all over the plate, table and me. Lesson learned! Overall: This was the first of the eleven recommended authentic taco restaurants in the Valley. All of the staff were pleasant and effective doing their jobs. Authentic atmosphere of a small taco restaurant. It was well worth the 1-hour trip to get here. Here’s the most important question: Will we be back? Si. PS: Our car did not get towed.

Fast, affordable, delicious tacos! It might take a bit to out your order in as it’s a small place with not too much seating inside but once your order is in, th... read more Fast, affordable, delicious tacos! It might take a bit to out your order in as it’s a small place with not too much seating inside but once your order is in, the food comes out quickly. I went with the asada, fish, and carnitas tacos. They were all super juicy and delicious. They have a bar as well which makes for a great place to grab a bite and drinks after work or on the way to bar hop on Roosevelt Row. If it wasn’t for the limited seating inside, I’d definitely give them 5 stars. Looking forward to my next visit.

The ambiance is incredible, and the street tacos are absolutely delicious. The staff is friendly and attentive, and the music evokes fond memories of Latin cult... read more The ambiance is incredible, and the street tacos are absolutely delicious. The staff is friendly and attentive, and the music evokes fond memories of Latin culture. Although there might be a slight wait for your order, it’s definitely worth it. These are among the tastiest street tacos I've ever had! If you're sitting at the bar, it's best to avoid positions directly under the air conditioning vents to prevent any condensation from dripping on you.

Wow, the tacos here are incredible—such high-quality food! If you have a smaller appetite, you might want to consider ordering just one or two tacos; mine were... read more Wow, the tacos here are incredible—such high-quality food! If you have a smaller appetite, you might want to consider ordering just one or two tacos; mine were loaded with meat. And honestly, you can never go wrong with plenty of meat! The tacos are served on handmade tortillas, which is a nice touch. The atmosphere is fantastic, filled with lively Latin music, which could be from Mexican artists or others from different countries. It's a top-notch place with excellent customer service!