Hola Tacos Lakewood

First time here and it was absolutely fantastic! Joseph was wonderful, very attentive and knowledgeable about the menu! If there was a zombie apocalypse, I would trust Joseph to keep the atmosphere light and keep everyone safe and well fed the entire time! Will be returning!!

Great place to eat and drink! Have been many times recently as I am obsessed with the street corner. Joseph made the best mojito mocktail for me, would trust him to pick my drink anyday!

Fellas when the woman u with changes her mind in the middle of the order .. take that as a sign and run.. my taco was a steak one… was too hot to hold in my hand had to cut it with a knife and fork… steak was tough and if u don’t like pop ur stuck with water …. Atomospere was cool though

First time here and everything was amazing! The food was hot and came out quickly. I’ve been following this place on instagram for a while now and couldn’t wait to try it out, it didn’t disappoint! Joseph was our server and he was great! He was attentive, friendly, and got us in and out. Thanks Joseph! :)

Very good! Got the street corn tacos (esquite) SO good. Staff was nice too. Kinda confused at the parking, it says “blinkers on for service” so I did and no one came out and the guy didn’t know it even said that on the sign lol. Maybe it’s for pickup. But still great! And cute inside

Such good tacos! Perfect for a quick meal around Lakewood. It’s also an awesome spot for summer with the large patio.

Good food just quite greasy. The consume was really bad. It tasted like pepper water. Usually thats not the case but not sure what happened this time. love the corn queso the best.

**Ola Tacos – Honest Review** I won’t be visiting Ola Tacos again. From the moment I pulled in, I had doubts. The environment already felt a bit questionable, but I decided to give it a fair shot. I ordered four tacos for takeout — nearly **$40**, which already felt overpriced. While waiting, I noticed something that immediately turned me off: when food orders were finished, the chef placed them **in a window area open to the outside**, where **flies and gnats were constantly buzzing around**. The containers were **left uncovered**, completely exposed. Concerned, I asked the man bagging orders if the food sitting there was mine. He looked me directly in the face and said, *“No, that’s not your order.”* A few minutes later, the hostess came out, checked the same order, and confirmed it was mine — meaning **my food had been sitting out for at least five minutes**, uncovered, with insects flying and landing around it. She simply closed the lids, bagged it up, and handed it to me with a smile as if nothing was wrong. That moment sealed it for me. It’s **unsanitary**, **unprofessional**, and **unsafe** to leave open food sitting out like that. Add to that the **overpriced menu** and **unclean-looking setup**, and there’s really no reason to return. Until Ola Tacos learns to clean up their act — literally — I’ll be spending my money elsewhere.

AMAZING chicken birria tacos! The best I've found in Cleveland. The tacos were $6 apiece and were large with a generous amount of meat. The consume (sold separately as a $4 side) was also delicious. The service was quick and everyone working there was kind and friendly. The vibe of the restaurant was lively with music playing and cute outdoor seating. Next time, I will skip the other side options as the ones I tried were not worth the $4 apiece/per side for me personally. The rice was bland. The guacamole was yummy, but just served in a ~2 ounce sauce cup - so a bit pricey for the size. Overall, I absolutely plan on visiting again to get the birria tacos. Thank you for a delicious meal!

The tacos and quesadillas here are to die for!!! Extremely tasty with amazing sauces and simply delicious are easy some of the best ones you can find! Also loved their service, their server was extremely nice and helpful and love their outdoor patio for summer to eat there . 10/10!!!

Really good food, the place itself is cute, and the people working there were super friendly!

I was with a group of 5 that came around 2pm on a Saturday and it was pretty busy but we were able to get a table. All the seating is outside so makes for a fun vibe. We shared the queso and guacamole. The guacamole was sooo good. Lots of lime and was just perfect. I got the Birria Taco and it was really good. My husband got Cholo taco which for vegetarian was actually really good and the carne asada which was good. Servers were nice. Great spot.

Every time I visit, when I walk through the door I have to urge to say, "Hola! I'm home!" Hola is such a beautiful establishment. Although parking could be a nuisance during peak times, it's a place I would still recommend for delicious authentic Mexican cuisines. They have recently added a speakeasy to their Lakewood location. The service during non-peak times are great but, any other day, be prepared for a hit or miss ordeal with your service. I waited for hours to receive a cold meal on during a visit on last year's Cinco de Mayo.

I'm not one to leave bad reviews, but my girlfriend and I have tried to go here 2 times, and both times were never served a thing. First time, there was a heavy rainstorm that we drove through to get there and they told us they were closed, at 7:00pm even though people were there eating and drinking. Ok, understandable with the rain. So tonight, roughly a year later we decide to go again. We promptly got seated on the patio, were given 2 waters and I was thinking, "ok, glad we gave them another try". Well, that's where the story ends, because for 15+ minutes, nobody came to our table again. We were seated front and center by the server/waitress area and continued to get passed by. Finally, after close to 20 minutes we got up and left....as they watched us walk out. This place should be called Adios

Great little taco spot with a laid back vibes. The service was pretty fast. The shredded chicken taco was my favorite!

Fun spot to eat at. It has outdoor seating mostly and a couple of tables inside. The food was delicious. Very small menu options but honestly so good. The staff is friendly and the restaurant although small and cozy, was clean. They serve toco"s that taste authentic. Give it a try!!

Been craving Birria Tacos and I was completely WOW'd. The quesadilla was so filling, we took that to go cause we wanted to still eat the tacos. The tacos are $6 per, but it's like you're eating x2 $3 tacos in one. Service was great, and the vibe was so "summer" and it was perfect to end our day. The containers are perfect for a quick to go as well.

Glad we finally checked this little taco spot out. Super excited to see there vegetarian tacos on the menu. We tried the cauliflower and charred corn one and they did not disappoint. Mango margarita was so good too. Can't wait to go back once it's warmer and eat on the patio.

We'd driven past several times and saw the adorable garden patio area, and we finally got around to visiting! We went for lunch while it was snowing, so we sat inside by a heater, but we totally felt like we'd been transported to a warmer place by the fun decor and music. We tried the birria tacos with the consomme to dip (which is extra, but absolutely required), the chicken tinga, and the carne asada. Everything was so delicious, and the tacos were well loaded with meat and very filling. We also had the rice and beans, which had a lovely smokiness and were really good too. Fair warning: the prices are a bit high. We had two tacos each and a couple of sides and our bill was about $40 after tax and tip. But we definitely felt like it was worth it, with the fun vibe and the delicious food! Our waiter also told us that they're going to be opening up a bar this summer, so keep an eye out for that!

Good service and ambiance, we got take out and it was good. They didn't package things great for take out though, so my noodles in the Birria Ramen were very overcooked. Still yummy, could've been 5/5.

Hola tacos has a really cute seating area right off the bat. You can sit out by all the picnic tables, but they also have another area basically under a tent that's decorated very cutely and is really nice for pictures! The server was really nice and attentive, always making sure we had what we needed, and offering things she thought we would want. And the food itself, although a bit more expensive than I thought was worth, was very good! I've seen a lot of people raving about the quesabirria so we got that and it met expectations. But I think the star of the show was the street corn, I would definitely go back for it. And it gets even better if you add queso with it. We also got the Mexican ramen which was not my favorite. The broth was good but the ramen was literally just packet ramen they added to it. Still very good but just not worth it in my opinion.

Food is delicious. Quesabarilla is delicious and so are the street tacos. Tried the al pastor or barilla (beef). Both were so good. No complaints.

Went here today. We are from Minnesota. We did not expect to go here but did last minute. Everything, menu, hospitality, ambiance, was excellent.

Got seated next to the black curtains in the back and there was a strong mildew-y smell the whole time we were dining. Got the al pastor tacos -- meat was dry and underflavored.

Love how mostly all the seating is outside and how it's all fenced in this cute spot with vibrant colors and fun music. Service was very quick after we ordered and everyone was super nice and it was a cool atmosphere. The Mexican ramen was awesome, it served in a big plastic deli container which I think is smart for if people want to take it home since it was filled to the brim with Maruchan noodles, tender birria beef, rich chile spiced beef broth, smokey roasted corn, and onions, radishes, cilantro, and limes to balance the salty and fattiness of the ramen.

The best Birria tacos. Freshest ingredients!! Birria ramen was really filling with great flavor.

Tried Hola Tacos after a friend recommended me try their Birria tacos. I was pleasantly surprised. Ordered the chicken birrias and the beef birrias. They were delicious! Filled with seasoned meat and tons of cheese. The consume sauce is a must. It elevates the taco taste to another level. The Mexican rice was Ok and the refried beans were a good compliment to the meal. The food was delicious and the server was so friendly. The place is rather small but I take it that it's better in the summer when the outdoor patio is available for use. The had tons of other food on the menu that looked delicious. The Birria pizza is a must try next! I would recommend this place to anyone and I will definitely be back! Yummy!!!!!

I ate there for the first time tonight. This used to be the location of the BBQ and ice cream stand called The Gorilla a few years ago, and I miss them. But Hola Tacos is legit. I like the atmosphere they have created with their walk up patio and bar. It's just the right sort of vibe for the neighborhood. The tacos are not cheap at $5.50 each. I ordered two, a Birria and a Carne Asada. The Birria was excellent, but the Carne Asada was a bit dry, bland, and wasn't served hot, so a little disappointing. Overall for two tacos it was ok for a light meal, but I'm left wanting a bit more than that for my money.

Mostly outdoor dining here with great drinks and tasty tacos. One friend commented there could be more seasoning on the vegan offerings. There was a DJ playing very loud music which made it difficult to hear each other at times. We also had to flag our waiter down when ready to order. The food came quickly, and everyone seemed very nice.

If you are driving through the area, would recommend you try to swing by and grab some birria tacos!! $4.50 each, I got two with consome dipping sauce - $3. Make sure to get the consome, they also provide guacamole, hot sauce and sour cream. All you need is the dipping sauce. The taco was excellent, the saltiness of the cheese was awesome and consume dipping sauce brought all the flavors together!! If you have time, dine in, they have outdoor seating. Since I was on my road trip, I ordered ahead... said it'd be 35 minutes, which worked out perfectly. The place wasn't busy, order was ready, picked it up was going to eat in my car, but opted to seat at the outdoor bench. Parking is limited, I did street parking. Next time, will do dine-in for sure.

We were heading to a nearby restaurant and stopped here instead because the patio area with the bar looked so great. The drinks were festive and perfect and the tacos are the street tacos we have been searching for. They're delicious! The ingredients are high quality and we are just sad we don't live nearby.

*warning Chicken Tinga served tough chicken and didn't offer to replace.All waitress offered was to tell the cook. Took my parents out ordered two-disappointed!!

I had no idea Hola Tacos existed because I never drive on Madison Ave. but yes, they opened in December 2019. They are a small taco joint with only outside seating so it is a perfect place to visit during warm weather months. I had just left Revival (skin store) on Madison Ave. and I was starving so I decided to order dinner. ORDERING PROCESS -- I visited in person and ordered a burrito to-go. I wore a mask and all staff were wearing masks too, to adhere with COVID-19 protocols. I waited for about 20 to 25 minutes to receive my order. They failed to call my order out so it was sitting there ready to be picked up but I didn't know it. Only after I went up to inquire, did someone say that indeed my order was ready. BURRITO - I ordered the Chile Colorado Burrito (currently $12.50) on a busy summer evening in August 2020. I believe the price was $10.25 when I ordered so they may have increased the price. The burrito has chicken inside and I got mine without any beans. The description of this dish on their menu is "Flour tortilla stuffed with Mexican rice, refried beans and your choice of protein and covered in Chile marinade, radish, cilantro and queso fresco" I really loved that this burrito had radish and cilantro on top. It gave it an extra boost of flavour and it is different than a regular burrito. The chicken inside the burrito was very well seasoned too. It is a HUGE burrito and I can't remember if I finished it all in one setting. I recommend this burrito if you are a meat lover. Besides burritos, they have tacos and rice bowls on their menu, amongst other items. I will definitely visit again to order a birria taco which everyone has been raving about. It is basically a slow-braised beef taco dipped in a beef sauce. It looks like a mini quesadilla. It can also be made with goat meat. It looks super delicious. Until my next review, give this local business some support. **** - 3/100 total reviews in 2021 (100 goal) - 422 total overall Yelp reviews - Reviewed on 2 January 2021

Great Customer service you will have a long wait you might as well order over the phone and then decides to dine in.

So gave them a 4 bc some items delicious and some not that good. Taco shells are too thick and dry for us. Bean taco pretty unexceptional. Guacamole and elite apps good but come with taco shells. Ramen beef soup is delicious but almost impossible to eat with plastic utensils btwn trying to cut noodles with plastic knife and eat it with small plastic spoon. Recommend ordering to go and putting in a real bowl at home. The quesabirria also delicious and huge - 2 of us could easily shared. Need to ask for small bowl of sauce. Really a takeout place. They do have a small indoor seating area - which is really outdoor with plastic screens, so chilly. Service spotty bc of takeout demands. They are working on a real restaurant in the house they purchased next door. They also have patio seating for nicer weather times. N

Amazing taco joint in Lakewood that provides fresh ingredients & makes you feel like you are right at home! Order a couple tacos with friends and we were wowed how amazing the tacos were. They had the heaters on for all of us sitting outside. Our waitress was extremely helpful and provided us great recommendations. The tacos came out super quick and it was an overall quick dinner! They have a little lot that you can park in, or there is a lot of street parking to pick from. I am excited to taste the whole menu.

We wanted to try a new Mexican place and chose Hola. First of all, 90% of their seating is outside. Although the food wad pretty good, not outstanding, it was vastly overpriced. Everything is a la cart. If you want to walk out with a full belly, it's going to cost you. The two of us paid close to seventy bucks for two margaritas and tacos with a couple of sides. There are no plates or utensils, everything was paper and plastic (for seventy bucks?). I highly doubt that we will be back. In fact we always have a good laugh when we bring up Hola.

The food was fabulous! Some of the best Birria tacos I've had! The guacamole was also great, very refreshing. The server was very sweet and helpful, and we were able to sit on the patio which was nice!

Friendliest waitress I think I've ever had in my life! Seated quickly, menu is small, but effective. The food was fantastic. I had two of the three vegetarian tacos, my husband had a chorizo. We were both very impressed and very satisfied with their orders. Will be back.

Delicious authentic food and excellent service! Fun and cute outdoor seating with a covered patio area available as well.

Sorry this will not be good! Heard a lot of hype about this place from my kids and there friends. So decided to try it last week. Well the outside wasn't the best, but that really didn't matter to me because my kids told my the food was SMACK (good). Now on this particular day it decided to start pouring rain in February. So we walk inside and a nice sweet Mexican young lady handed us two menus and told us we could seat ourselves. As we made our way inside there was a couple of puddles in the seating sections. The menus were simple, I tried to ask the young lady a few questions about the menu, but she had a hard time explaining. So we order our food and waited. When the food arrived it looked very good

Hola has officially opened and based on my first experience I'd say they are A-Okay. Looking forward to trying them out again in a couple months after they improve a bit more and get their flow going. So here are the details. I arrived around 5:30pm during the week and scored one of the 5 parking spots on site. Otherwise you'll need to find street parking. There were two friendly guys outside ready to take my walk up order. You can wait there next to the counter by some heaters or you can sit in your car and they will bring your to-go to you. Again, friendly and helpful staff. For food I went with the mix and max taco option where tacos are $4.25 each. I think the price is a little high, but I still bought them. I went with the al pastor/pork, chicken tinga/chicken, and the birriacoa/beef tacos (total $12.75). I also got sides of rice $2, refried beans $1.50, and the esquite/corn $5. For the tacos I thought the chicken was dry and it appeared to be missing the pickled onion & habanero salsa and queso fresco. The pork was hard and dry and it was on a smaller tortilla shell than the other tacos. The beef was the best of the three tacos that I tried. For the sides I thought the refried beans and rice were too salty and I did not finish either of these. I don't put salt on anything though so it comes on strong to me, but it might be just fine tasting to others. The corn was very tasty and I would definitely get this again. For sauces I liked them all, you've got a spicy one, an avocado cream, and sour cream. These were definitely needed for the dry meat I was served. Their soft opening menu had different items on it that are no longer offered (like molletes, birrias de res, and the quesadilla). I was told this was because they do not have the space to make them but might do so in the future if they get another grill top. All in all not a bad visit, there are just several places you can stop for good tacos on the west side so they need to be on top of their game if they want repeat customers. I will give them another try, but at this point in time I've had better tacos elsewhere. Their mother restaurant, Barroco, is tasty so hopefully Hola will get on that quality/tasty level soon enough.

Amazing ! Sooo unbelievably good 10/10 110% recommend! I loved the atmosphere and vibes !!

we got the birria tacos and they were amazing!!! sooooo worth every penny! i recommend this place to everyone :)

I really like the atmosphere. Bar seating is good, the rest of it is all outside. They have a few vegan choices of tacos on the menu. Can't remember what it was called but it had rice and refried beans on it. It was delicious! Of the times I have been there the food was super fresh and served hot. Beer selection is limited but, you'll find something you'll like. A can of beer was $5 which I thought was a lot. The reason for 4 stars only is due to the music, It is way to loud. And I'm tired of hearing it. Why can't an ethnic restaurant just play regular songs, like on the radio or satellite service? I'd stay longer.

It was so refreshing to call in to make a reservation and to be treated with such kindness. It didn't stop there! The exterior along with the interior are bright and cheery, even on a rainy day you feel transported to somewhere warm. I don't know what was better, the food or Victor are server. To say he is amazing is a total understatement. This place is a must visit! I went with my family for my daughter's third birthday, but I would go with friends too. Thank you for a beautiful meal Victor, we will be back for sure!

The Quesabirria at Hola is the best in CLE! A huge shoutout to Hola for offering easy online ordering and safe curbside pickup for those of us not comfortable dining out. Because of this, it makes it easier than ever to enjoy that delicious Quesabirria. But really, the Quesabirria here is mouthwatering. It's the perfect combination of sweet and salty with ooey gooey cheese and a golden brown perfection. It's a great portion for the price and soooo satisfying. Whenever my friend and I go to Hola, regardless of what he orders, he always ends up wanting mine. Thanks, Hola for being so reliable and awesome during this unusual time in our world.

If you haven't been, go. Hola Taco is an unassuming structure on Madison Ave in Lakewood that I would probably liken more to a "taco stand" than a restaurant, but that definitely shouldn't deter you from stopping in. I went on a Tuesday afternoon for lunch. There is plenty of seating outside at a number of picnic and patio tables. Umbrellas are also situated about to protect from sun and other elements. If you're "dining in," it's much like any other restaurant, a hostess will seat you and provide you with a menu. You order at your table. Nothing complicated. I ordered the Quesabirria. Man did that thing pack some flavor. If you're not familiar with it (which I was not) birria is a traditional Mexican stew. The beef is so tender! Anyway, they take this birria beef and make a sort of quesadilla with it along with some chihuahua cheese, and then sear it in beef broth, toss on some onions and cilantro and there you have it. You just have to try it to believe it. It's like nothing you've ever had before. I couldn't finish the whole order. I mean, I could have, but it's a lot. Before the Quesabirria, I also tried their plain queso dip with tostadas. Really good. Creamy queso, crisp tostadas; there was even enough queso left to dip some of my Quesabirria in. I really liked Hola Tacos. It was a bit on the slow side though. Not terrible, but something to be mindful of. It probably took a good 15-20 minutes before I got my main order. So if you're in a hurry, you can always order ahead!

Ordered the coliflor tacos (cauliflower) and they were really bland and dry. I really wanted to love them, because I love the vibe of this outdoor taco stand style restaurant, but their veggie options are a little too limited for Lakewood. I think they try, but it's just not a standout spot for me.

This place was pretty underwhelming. Food was okay but not great. $6 if you want chips & salsa. Our bill of 4 tacos & 2 mojitos came out to $49 which felt pretty steep. Left hungry tbh but ordered small bc of prices. Patio was pleasant but the tik toks are over hyping this place big time. Especially in lakewood where delicious Mexican food isn't hard to find. No complaints about the service. Also disappointed by all the single use plastic this place operates with. cups, utensils, serving bowls, etc :/

Definite let down. I read a few reviews claiming this restaurant to have "the best birria tacos in all of Ohio" but was deeply disappointed. The food looked amazing however, the birria meat was tough and chewy. Certainly seems as if it was a very cheap cut like an eye round or something. The meat lacked flavor and seasoning as it was too bland lacking adequate salt, spice, and fatty richness that I crave from traditional birria tacos. I've personally had amazing birria in Chicago and San Diego to name a few and those experiences are far superior and don't even come close to what I tasted today. The consomé was very bland and lacked the rich fattiness derived from the beef. My speculation is that a very cheap cut of meat was used based on its lack of tenderness and flavor which drags the overall flavor profile of the consomé with it. The servers were friendly so 5/5 for them. However, each birria taco was priced at $4.50 and was simply not worth it. The carne asada taco was also subpar in flavor since it lacked spice / salt. Perhaps I may give this place another try some other time. The spicy red chili salsa wish came included with my order however, was the highlight of this meal. The green salsa was also very delicious. My overall rating is a 2.5/5.0 for this restaurant however Yelp doesn't allow .5 increments.

over price, plus online system don't receive orders so you gonna to order inside. comida 6/10

We stopped for lunch on a Saturday afternoon. Our server was very kind. The food was decent, it just took a while to get to our table. They also served our food in to-go plastic/paper dishes which was strange and wasteful, as we were dining in

Wow amaZing. Don't go on meatless Monday because the birria taco is amazing. Get the consome dipping sauce too. Do it! They also have fun popsicles, I got the queso one, it's columbian with some bocadillo in it. I loved it. It's super unique to eat a cheese popsicle though so normal people beware. The outside vibe is gorgeous. It's hot in the sun but I love the yellow tables and the Mexican Coke! Had the best time and best meal. If you haven't been here yet, go today.

I had only recently heard of Birria tacos with the beef consommé... and rumor was Hola had the best ones. Truth is I have nothing to compare these to, but I can tell you they were delicious. The broth alone was fabulous. Flavorful, hot and simple. Dunking a warm, cheesy, meaty taco into it is almost too much to handle. My taste buds were delighted. I also had the chicken tinga taco, which was wonderful. I love the fresh lime to squeeze over top. Salty, Mexican cheese with that citrus tang??? Yes please. The birria tacos were the star of the show, but the queso is deserving of a supporting role award. Such good flavor. Not just a bowl of melty cheese. My husband is not a fan of other popular taco places. But he was very pleased with his Colorado burrito. It was a good siZe and delicious. This place looked rather outdoors so we weren't sure what to expect from a dine-in aspect. Don't be turned off- it was very comfortable inside even on a cold, rainy, windy night. The sides of the tent/ shelter were flapping a bit , but space heaters kept it rather comfortable. It was a busy night and only one girl working the tables, phone, take out... but she was great. Very nice and good service. I can't wait to come back. This will be a regular spot for us!!

I was super impressed by how much flavor everything had! The rice and beans were delicious, and I really Enjoyed the tinga chicken taco. The birria Taco was good, but you really needed the consume to make it flavorful. Queso was good (make sure to mix it) and the guac was the best part for me. The reason I'm giving 4 stars instead of 5, was obviously because they have "cerveza" plastered everywhere but don't actually serve alcohol, and the bathroom situation is a little off. There is a house located next to the lot that Hola is in, a worker must walk you to the house (yes regular house) next door, unlock the house, then you go upstairs in this house and use the restroom. It's a bit creepy, not saying Lakewood is THAT dangerous, but being alone in a house you're not familiar with.. weird situation. Hope they end up building their own bathrooms in lot! Will be back. P.S: I think it may have been BYOB before, it's not anymore.

Heard this place was good so we tried it for dinner tonight. I was going to do delivery but it was $8.55 to have it delivered and that did not include the tip, that was separate. I decided to pick it up because $9 for delivery is ridiculous. We ordered the chicken Tinga burrito, cauliflower burrito and cauliflower ramen. The burritos were super dry and the rice wasn't fully cooked. The cauliflower was in huge chunks and was burnt. Broth in the ramen was bad too. Had high hopes but was left disappointed. :(