Carmen H.
Yelp
I've been to Bartaco a few times in the past, but I haven't been in awhile. I got a chance to dine there on Tuesday with some friends. Prior to going, I called ahead and we were able to join the waitlist. When we arrived, our table was ready and we were seated right away. Now a few things have changed since I was last there like the ordering process. They have a QR scan code on the table and everything is ordered and paid for by phone. This is definitely convenient and more COVID safe, but the way things came out, especially with a party of 9, was a little confusing. Some people ordered the same items, so it was hard to tell whose food was coming out. It would be nice if they called the name with the order, I think that would help.
Our table ordered a variety of food and drink items off the menu. The guacamole and chips, Baja fish tacos, pork belly taco, Esquites (Mexican street corn off the cob), and the spiced chicken verde taco were among the favorites. We also ordered salsa roja and chips, crispy oysters and chili-lime shrimp tacos. I personally liked the crispy oysters taco. It was very flavorful and tasty. The chili-lime shrimp taco was good, but definitely super spicy. Some guests couldn't even finish it due to the spice level, so beware. For drinks, we ordered a hibiscus mezcalita, an old thymer, margaritas, and other drinks. For some reason, it took forever for some of our drinks to come out, but once we got them, the drinks were all really good!
Overall, our dining experience was good with some minor kinks. However, I plan to visit again in the future and hopefully the ordering issues will be worked out. Bartaco is good spot for a quick bite to eat and drink. Definitely check this place out if you're in the area!