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I had the please of dining here twice.
The first was alone at the bar. I had a bottle of bordeaux and three tacos and I thought it was brilliant!! Tacos were balanced, flavors delightful and wine paring superb!. That was few years ago. I recently went there on there last night before clos
Killer food.
Killer service. Understandably they got a Michelin star. Closing soon to move to have the space to meet demand. Excited to see what they do.
I will truly miss Taco Maria! It was an absolute honor and
I will truly miss Taco Maria! It was an absolute honor and pleasure to meet Chef Carlos Salgado and his lovely wife. Chef Carlos truly serves you his artistic excellence in his food and undoubtedly creates delicious food from his soul. From the smoke
The food is fresh and full of flavor.
You must have a reservation there hours are short plan in advance for this restaurant.
Extremely bad service, our host's name was Maria, she was
Extremely bad service, our host's name was Maria, she was very rude and careless, the waiter said he is the manager and the restaurant stuff they were not able to accommodate us in one table of 6 even though by the time we were leaving 4 tables were
We heard this location is closing this weekend so my wife
We heard this location is closing this weekend so my wife and I made a special trip to dine here tonight one last time. Our first couple of experiences here were very good so we wanted to go one last time. However, when we arrived the menu showed $10
Taco Maria is an absolute gem for brunch! Our recent
Taco Maria is an absolute gem for brunch! Our recent experience at this restaurant was nothing short of perfection. From the moment we walked in, the warm and inviting atmosphere set the tone for a delightful dining experience. The brunch menu was d
I came here for my anniversary with my boyfriend tonight
I came here for my anniversary with my boyfriend tonight and it was the best place we could've chosen to go to! The service was seriously 12/10, and every staff member cares so much about giving you the best experience possible. We got one of each t
Having eaten in mexico city, austin, chicago, vietnam, and
Having eaten in mexico city, austin, chicago, vietnam, and elsewhere, taco maria is easily five stars. exceptional service, with precise and delicious flavors that, upon leaving, left me thinking i underpaid.
Fantastic food and wine selection.
Service is great as well. All the items are great but I would highly recommend the Cesar salad, the fish taco, the steak and the melon dessert. They were fantastic.
If I could give 10 stars that wouldn't be enough.
We had the most delightful dinner at Taco Maria's. Absolutely everything was 'as hyped' in the many articles we had read about this amazing restaurant. This is definitely a special occasion restaurant for us, and so yes, it is $$$$. Ho
Taco Maria is one of the best restaurants in OC and
Taco Maria is one of the best restaurants in OC and absolutely deserves its Michelin Star.Interior/Decor - Very modern and sleek design with an outdoor area that is just perfect in a cool OC night.Price: I felt the price sitting at about $100 per per
Truly a spectacular experience! We were admittedly
Truly a spectacular experience! We were admittedly mesmerized sitting at the bar and watching the food being prepared with such intention, confidence, flow, and soul. Dim lighting, cozy, beautilful dark wood bar and small format setting. Every dis
this was my first time dining at a michelin star mexican
this was my first time dining at a michelin star mexican restaurant, and the experience did not disappoint! their prix fixe menu is $95 per person and with two options for each course, my partner and i were able to try everything that was offered. so
Food was good and nice presentation but WAY too expensive
Food was good and nice presentation but WAY too expensive at $95 per person for pre set menu and no option for ala carte. Will not be returning to this restaurant.
The food was very refined and well done.
They used spices to bring out the hidden flavors in many of their dishes. The best tamale I ever had. Each dish came with welcomed surprises and new taste. The service was excellent. The staff was very friendly and welcoming.
We had such a fun night here !! My fiancé and I each got a
We had such a fun night here !! My fiancé and I each got a different item for each course so we can try everything and it was all really good! I really liked the tamal a lot. probably my favorite item besides the guava cheesecake. I wish I had more
These were our expectations and realities with our
These were our expectations and realities with our experience here. I knew they were a one star Michelin star, I knew that we were going by to get good food regardless of what was served.We had both thought it would be authentic Mexican food. Instead
Food had its moments, but we were seated outside so it was
Food had its moments, but we were seated outside so it was hard to focus when you're freezing your ass off. The patio on a cold night ruins any chance of enjoying the meal and the heat lamps seem like an afterthought as they don't offer any respite.
Wow! I am blown away at the dinner I had at Taco Maria.
Everything from the food to service was exceptional. Here is a breakdown of the food:1st Course: Callo GratinadoThis was a dish unlike anything I've ever had. The scallops were perfectly cooked, and the squid ink breadcrumbs were the perfect touch.2n
finally got to try this spot out.
expected to be blown away from all the hype and maybe I came in expecting too much? don't get me wrong some of the items are out of this world delicious while some are not. to start I got the Callao Grantinado (scalllop), pescadila taco, pork belly,
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