Taqueria El Paisa

I was recommended this place by a local and decided to check it out. It was so darn good I came back twice! I got the 3 taco meal special each time (comes with refried beans and rice with 3 tacos of choice for $12). When I came on weekday when it was slow she only charged me the listed price even though I got the more expensive 3.75 tacos (tongue, tripa and barbacoa) and when i came on the weekend it was no longer the $12 special if I pick the more expensive tacos over the $3 tacos but oh well. Food tasted great so I didn't complain. No indoor seating so I got bit outside while eating on the bench but you get bigger portions if you dine there vs take out. The area is a bit sketchy I saw 3 kids steal this grown man's mini pocket bike on the spot while he was ordering tacos....

WOW! Very fresh. This place was bustling when I arrived. The food is very fresh. We ordered the daily special which was 3 tacos, rice and beans for 10.99 which was a good deal. We also got the chips and guac which was the best out of everything we ordered. They gave us the perfect amount of chips for the guac portion. Do yourself a favour and eat here.

I was thrilled to taste this Amazing food. Definitely will come before I go back home 🏡.

Really good authentic Mexican tacos, but on the pricier side. I got the carne asada, pastor, lengua, and cabeza. Place isn’t the most appealing but definitely worth a try!

Taqueria El Paisa is the real deal! The tacos are packed with flavor and generous portions of meat, making each bite satisfying. I tried asada, chorizo, pastor and barbacoa with rice and beans. They were cooked to perfection, with fresh toppings that added the perfect touch. The authenticity and quality here are undeniable. If you’re looking for a great taco spot in Fort Lauderdale, this is a must-visit!

These tacos are by far one of the best street tacos I’ve had. The favor from all the different meats is perfect and juicy every time! The one thing they should really work to improve is their wait time. It’s a popular spot, so I’d suggest having a few people taking orders and also in the kitchen too. I did have to wait about 40 min for 6 tacos. Nevertheless, that won’t stop me from going back. These tacos are the best!

Good tacos 🌮, unfortunately they were out of many items i wanted to try. TEP is located just west of 95 on Davie Blvd. Few outside seatings on a noisy street. Friendly service, decently priced. Will have to try go back and try other fares. 😃👍

Delicious!!!!! Homemade food!!!! The Best Guacamole 🥑 and Tacos 🌮 in Fort Lauderdale!!!!!! All the food they cook is delicious!!! Highly recommend!!!

Little taco stand off the side of the road with limited seating and a to-the-point menu. Whatever you want to say this place lacks, I assure you it does not lack in the flavor and quality of the food. These are, right now, my vote for top tacos in all of Broward County and the next best isn't even close to touching Taqueria El Paisa.

My wife and I were looking for a quick meal that would not cost as much after a hard work out. This place has three benches to sit and it's mostly like if you want to take your food to go. You order in the front and the menu is right on the top. The service was very good, unfortunately, they ran out of some items that I wanted, but that was OK. my wife got four tacos and I did the same, but I'm more adventurous with my pallet. I got the throat, the head, the tongue, and Barbacoa tacos. My wife had pastor, chicken, and steak. I will say that if it wasn't for the sauce, the tacos would not be good. They have nice soft corn tortillas because they wrap each taco with two tortillas, but the meat was underwhelming. I love lengua ( tongue ) tacos, but this particular lengua taco had no seasoning and the other ones I had also had no seasoning. I had to add the green sauce on top and it bought the taco up to par but my wife also had the same issues. This is a good spot to just get a quick meal and also not break your bank, but for me, I will not be going again as seasoning food is just plain common sense and you can't miss the mark on that.

This small taco joint is pretty much everything you're looking for when if you crave a delicious, authentic street taco. Small might even be an understatement when it comes to the size of this place but don't let that deter you from stopping by. Although there's no seating inside there's a few long benches surrounding the patio that you can sit down to eat at. The employees are all very friendly & do a good job at keeping the orders pumping out. Served on a tasty corn tortilla, these tacos are loaded with whatever protein you choose. They're coated nicely with a layer of onions & have the right amount of cilantro. I chose to get steak & al pastor, both of which were super tender. I especially enjoyed the seasoning in the steak, I'd get these every time I come back. When I order al pastor, I like when there's actual pieces of pineapple mixed in or it having that flavor at least. It wasn't my personal favorite but it was still a good taco. They offer some good platter deals like "3 tacos, rice & beans" for under $12 which you can't beat. There's also plenty to choose from on the menu if tacos aren't your thing. Be sure to get some green & red salsa to put on your food but watch out with the red; it's amazing but it sure packs the heat! This is a great little taqueria which you should definitely put on your list. I'll be coming back soon.

A solid four stars for this small little taco joint serving up some delicious, authentic Mexican street tacos. Don't look for lettuce, tomato and shredded cheese toppings here. Instead you'll get cilantro and onion topped tacos with fresh limes to squeeze on top of your tacos. The woman who took our order was super sweet and very friendly. I ordered the three tacos with rice and beans and it was only $10.99. My son had the steak and pastor tacos. We sat at the benches outside and waited for our order to be prepared. We got our food in a short amount of time. I really enjoyed my tacos (steak and chorizo) and the beans were very good as well. The rice was good but didn't have much flavor. My son enjoyed his tacos but unlike other places the pastor tacos didn't contain any pineapple. The green and red sauces that were served with the tacos were delicious, with the green one being my favorite of the two. Good place for some delicious tacos and I'll definitely go back!

Thank you Yelp for suggesting this fun desti! We were in a strange nearby spot picking up my friend's car after Saint Pattie's Day hangover. Taqueria El Paisa has the authentic vibe. They have interesting tacos to try for the future -- throat, head, stomach, and tongue tacooos! I went with the asada El Paisa bowl. It was a salad-style bowl mixed with asada on the lighter sauce which was delish without knocking you out. Two police officers stopped by to order which is always a telling sign that this is authentic and legit. If you're local, order in advance as it gets busy.

Taqueria El Paisa is a hidden gem with authentic tacos. With no indoor seating and limited outdoor spots, it's perfect for takeout. Call ahead to skip the lunchtime rush. The menu changes daily, offering a variety of delicious tacos. We tried steak and chicken tacos, and while both were great, we preferred the steak the best!

Taqueria El Pasai never disappoints! I always go for the steak tacos, customized with no onions and added cheese, and they are consistently delicious. The steak is cooked perfectly, juicy and full of flavor. What really takes these tacos to the next level is the salsa verde and spicy sauce--they are absolutely the best! With a generous squeeze of lime, the flavors burst beautifully, creating a fantastic combination that keeps me coming back for more. The quality, freshness, and attention to flavor make Taqueria El Pasai a top spot for taco lovers. Highly recommend!

Very disappointed in this staff, called two times just to be hung up on and when they did answer, no one spoke English. I wanted to rent out them out for my kids birthday, but no one could help me. Very disappointing.

My friend and I wanted to find a yummy homemade street taco place, it was nice that it was open late if anyone is wanting a late night snack. The taco quality was alright, meat quality wasn't as fresh as we wanted it to be. I gave my tacos a 7.4 (el pastor) my friend rated their tacos a 6.7 (carne asada) and a 6.2 (pollo). (I wasn't able to rate my second taco since i didnt get it :( ) The place is a bit hidden, had bench seatings outside. We didn't go inside so we're not sure how it is. Good service, good energy cant complain!

We stumbled upon this hidden gem right off of Davie road. This is a takeout only establishment. Parking and seating are available while you wait. We decided on the daily special which is $10.99 and comes with three tacos, rice and beans. We tried the chicken, steak, and mixed--camphechanos which includes pork! Listen, amazing, flavorful, authentic and will not disappoint!!

Best low key spot for tacos with no fuss. They've had a little make over since my last visit with a new menu board, specials of the day, and fresh juices options. You order at a walk up window and most people order to go but there is some outdoor seating for eating as well. I like getting the daily special (3 tacos with rice and beans) and opt for the specialty meats like lengua and cabeza for a small up-charge. Also tried their burrito with pastor and was not disappointed. The tacos comes with onions and cilantro on top and everything includes a home made verde and hot sauce, limes, cucumbers, and radish slice. The service is quick, and food comes out fresh all packaged up. They do accept card but they give a small discount for cash.

Came from out of town and was in search of menudo for my lunch. The tripe was so big I had to eat with a fork and knife. Like they was too lazy to cut the meat. Mainly broth and bones. Waste of $16 and one of worst menudo spots I tried. Went elsewhere after and found better. Pretty bland menudo but i don't know about their other food.

It's an ok place , I came for a rapid lunch but for a burrito takes 25 minutes to make .Don't know it take so long to do a simple burrito , which in chipotle on 20 minutes I already finish my meal . Pd: no bathroom for customers

The $10 three-taco special is a decent amount of food, and service is friendly and quick, but on my one visit I found the meat to be of poor quality (much fat and gristle), and everything was generally too greasy and salty for my taste. It's a popular place, though, so I may have just had a bad experience.

Most authentic Mexican food in town, 10/10 tacos al pastor . The gorditas are extremely good and filling.

I'm new to Broward origin from Miami. This is my husband and I'd go-to taco/soup/burrito shop. Their aguas frescas are delicious- horchata and mango I've tried and the Gorditas dish is the closest thing I've tried to my Mexican grandmother's "Pibitos" a handmade maíz thick deep fried patty stuffed with cheese-choice of meat and pico de gallo. If they had Queso Fundido-I would think I died and went to heaven. Fair prices and delicious food with daily specials.

Authentic Mexican tacos. Located right off 95 highway. Low key spot with outside seating. We got the daily special taco deal, comes with 3 tacos and rice and beans. They take cash or card. After we ordered took about 10 minutes to get our food. Recommend for some good authentic tacos.

The best taco's hands down. If you don't like the place idk what to tell you. Everything is good, you literally can't go wrong. $3.50 a taco, $11.00 burrito what's not to love?!

10/10 would definitely recommend! Born and raised in Los Angeles, I'm SO picky about my Mexican food but this place hit the spot. We ordered: 4 steak tacos 2 chicken tacos 2 pork tacos 2 drinks The total came out to about $25. There isn't much seating but we still found a spot. Came on a Wednesday night around 7:30pm and It took roughly 10mins for us to receive the food. I wish the hot sauce was a little bit more spicy but it wasn't a deal breaker. If you love to eat the "fat" of meats, there were little chunks of it in the steak tacos that were little pieces of heaven with a huge burst of flavor. Will definitely come back before I leave town - I was told the weekend was my best bet if I wanted the tripas and lengua tacos (they didn't have them when I tried to order).

This is some down and dirty Mexican style street tacos but this shit is fire. My wife and I come here all the time because they have the authentic cuts that most other taco joints don't carry. The barbacoa and the cabeza are top notch. Salsas are always on point. Simplicity is key here and these guys hit the nail on the head

If you want good legit tacos in Broward, this is the place to go. It's a small hole in the wall with only a couple seats outside. It's only meant to go pick up your order and enjoy at home, this is not a sit down restaurant and there is nothing fancy about this place. Now if you want good tacos, then yes, go go go! My favorite tacos would be the chorizo and chicharon but lately they have been out of those specifically. It could be the popularity of them that they run out quick. I have basically tried all the tacos on the menu; chicken, steak, pastor, lengua, etc and they are all excellent. They come plain with only cilantro and onion on them and they give you a red smoky and green hot sauce. Also the chicken quesadilla is pretty excellent and very cheesy. Tacos range from $2.50-$3.50 each and they are the small double tortilla kind tacos. Come try them out if in the neighborhood.

This tacos were pretty good on #tacotuesday. My friend got them for their new location in Pine Island, near Tamarac. I was told they have more meat on other days outside of taco Tuesday. But overall great taste. Their hibiscus cold tea is also very good as well as their side sauces Give it a shot, a good day to start is on taco Tuesday. Just make sure to order in advance because the wait can be long.

My friend was craving tacos and I figured why not come here. Pulling into the small area, I actually got excited because the vibe and setting was what I expected a good taco dive would be. Small benches on the outside, you walk in through the broken door and a very tiny and tight area where a cashier is there to take your order. We ordered our tacos with two of each asada, pastor, cabeza, and pollo. Then went outside to wait at the benches. About 10-15 minutes they bring out your order in a bag. As great as the tacos looked, I felt the taste was underwhelming. The two salsas didn't really help enhance the taste either. After we finished, my friend and I agreed that the tacos were just okay and chicken was actually the best out of the four because it wasn't as dry as the others. The flavor is all the same so closing your eyes, you probably couldn't really distinguish the proteins. I think I'm a tougher critic because I've had tacos in New York and Texas and these tacos just didn't hit the spot for me like tacos in those states. As for the Broward area, I think these are better than most options down here though. I do not think I would come back.

Absolutely disgusting. Food was extremely oily and inedible. Had to throw it away. Don't waste your time here or money.

It's pretty much a hole-in-the-wall place. The food is okay. I don't find it to be great but one of my friends really likes it. They don't have a place to eat other than the benches out front. It's mostly a take-away joint. The prices are fairly low and the food is okay. Nothing great but you won't get sick from eating here. If that's your only criteria, you'll love it here.

food was leftover that was warmed up and the lady was not nice at all we went there twice first time was ok but the second time was terrible

This place has great authentic tacos. It takes about 10-15 minutes for your order to be prepared. There are benches outside that people eat at or wait for their order. The outside area is covered. You order inside. There is a $10 minimum to use credit card. I had the barbacoa taco: greasy, fatty, and full of flavor with the tender meat. The pastor was tender and topped with pineapple. The asada was pan fried so the meat had a crisp to the skin. All meat was flavorful. The tacos come with two corn tortillas and are topped with chopped onion and cilantro. They come with lime wedges and cucumber and radish slices. There was a small container of green sauce. Someone who was dining outside had a bottle of red and green sauce. The beans are pinto means and they are full of flavor and a creamy sauce. It is a large serving for $3. If you dine-in (sit outside on patio), they serve the food on real plates. Next time, I will call ahead so my order is ready for pickup.

This is definitely a prime example of "don't judge a book by the cover" type of place. From the outside it's not very appealing, however the tacos that come out of this Taqueria are truly amazing and authentic. My hubby put me on to this spot, he always finds the true gems in places that most of us would never even think of going to. You place your order from a window and than you wait until your food is ready. It's all fresh and made to order. We had some carne asada, barbacoa, pastor and lengua tacos. They all were decorated with filled with plenty of cilantro! My fav!! All I can say is WOW!! Each bite was just as good as the first one. These little tacos are quite filling so don't under estimate than at all. Delicious!! Delicious!! If you are ever in the area and hungry give them a try you won't be disappointed.

Open till 11!!!! There is simply no excuse to not come here if you are in the area. Taco Bell should never survive in this area if people are aware of this place. These tacos are great and are packed with authentic flavors. I tried the barbacoa, cabeza, pastor, and carnitas. I urge you to try some of the ones you aren't familiar with. For example; the cabeza is one you might feel unfamiliar with to order. Well it happens to be one of the best ones in my opinion due to the flavor packed head meat with just the right amount of char. So definitely try some out because you might just be discovering a new favorite flavor you would have never found otherwise. @"@"@There are other things in the menu like quesadillas and soups like pozole but I didn't have time to try them so hopefully one day I can escape the grip of these tacos and order something else to try One thing I will say about the place is that it might be easier to order ahead since orders take a bit to get prepared. It is a small place so eating in the car or taking a few home is a great alternative to the limited seating. PS: Go HAM on the verde salsa and if you are a fire breather enjoy their other salsa , it's fkn awesome :)

Fabulous street tacos!!! This little place might be easy to miss as you drive by. It also has a small parking lot. But don't let that stop you from finding it. Because the food is Excellent: fresh, and wonderfully flavorful. Very authentic. Prices are most reasonable too. What a great neighborhood gem!

This is the true definition of "hole in the wall." it's so small with a walk-up window to order from and a few places to sit outside. We got out food and ate it in the car. The price is very reasonable for what it is and the tacos were amazing. We got both Asada and Pastor, but the asada were the best ones. Definitely a great taco place to check out.

I was surprised the tacos were soo freaking good. Seriously those chicken tacos were o point. And the spicy tomatillo sauce uuuhhhhhhhh most try !!! Now they need tacos de nopales ahahaha Till next time

It's been a while since my last review, but I had to write this one... The first time I came here 4-6 months ago, it was great! Food was authentic and full of flavor. Best of all it was super affordable. I either got really lucky this day, or there is a serious difference between their day and night cook staff, or there was a full kitchen staff change, because I never got that experience again. (this may be the only reason I dont give it one star, and that is being super kind imo.) The second time I came was at night, maybe 9PM, had to wait 25mins for 8 tacos, tacos shells were limp, meat (pastor) was chewy (no crispy edges anywhere) like microwaved meat... and way less flavorful, and overall dry and sub-par. Id say a C+ grade that day at best. Not. Good. This last time, was the end for me... just awful, I called 20mins ahead as not to wait, and they NEVER put in my order, then took it again, so I waited 45mins total. Same gross pastor tacos, low flavor, chewy meat (microwaved?, there is seriously no authentic color, complex taste, or texture about this pastor. zero.) ... Then, worst of all, my tripas burrito (aka fried tripe, a speciality meat, but a common ingredient at any real taqueria) was cold/grey inside, and vastly undercooked. This is maybe the worst way you could eat this protein. Gross. Just Fcuking Awful. Not edible, and yes, expensive as meat choices go. I had super high hopes for this place since I came from CA, where taco trucks rule supreme, and really needed to satisfy this craving; but this place is a failure. You HAVE TO properly cook meat. You have to. You can make people sick like this, easily. It's just not acceptable. It's not about difference in taste opinions, THIS issue, is about safety. THEN train your cooks to make food taste and feel "authentic Mexican" if that's really going to be your slogan. Because, sorry, it's not. I want to believe that your day cook is legit, whoever that is... maybe they're the owner?, regardless... make that your standard; and if this one cook is gone? or it was a fluke? Find one. FAST! You're a taco spot. You have to make GOOD tacos to survive. ESPECIALLY now when take out is key, and people are more choosey than ever where and how much they spend on everything. Start there. and P.S. cook the meat before you serve it. and if you get a call-in order? enter it BEFORE customers come. I know, mind blowing idea right? Godspeed.

Really really good authentic tacos, love themmmm!! Only reason for lower rating is because I asked for chicken tacos and got 5 steak randomly. Partially my fault for not checking the order before leaving.. but I've tried reaching out to the restaurant multiple times and have yet to get a response back. If I was able to receive a response I'd absolutely change my rating to 5 stars.

Really good authentic tacos in Fort Lauderdale. Whenever I'm pressed for time, I call ahead and pick up my order within 15 - 20 min. Way much better that Taco Bell, that's for sure! I love the lime, cilantro and raw onions they place on top of each taco. Green hot sauce is mild enough for my taste buds. No complaints here!

We love this place! A small hole-in-the-wall type restaurant that you're likely to miss if you don't know where you're going. These tacos are small but mighty, the flavor is very authentic. The best taco, hands down, is the "cabeza" or head We also love the pork and chicharron tacos!

One of the most authentic places you can go to for Mexican tacos! The place is VERY tiny, there's nowhere to dine inside however they do have benches outside. Basically you just place your order and wait outside. Despite how small this place is, the food is absolutely delicious. I went on a Thursday and they had a special of the Chicken, Steak, and Al Pastor tacos for only $1 each from 6-8pm. They were all amazing however I enjoyed the steak tacos the most. They also give you salsa verde as well as another spicy salsa to enjoy your food with. Loved this place and I hope one day they can expand!

E comido tacos de pollo en diferentes taquerías y asta hoy en este pequeño lugar taqueria el Paisa son los mejores que e comido Se los recomiendo

Delicious taco. Great price. Handmade tortilla. Very authentic. However, not my favorite place because: 1. Serious communication problem. Well, I figure I could just point to the menu but then when they were out of some of the varieties, communication really broke down. The order came out not exactly what I want. Still enjoyed the food. Not so much the language that I mind (hey I want authentic Mexican but can't speak Spanish, it's my bad) but the staff was just rather unfriendly about the situation. 2. This place is really only for take out. Inside the building is only the kitchen, the order counter and a bathroom. There are some benches facing the parking lot where you can eat. If I get such nice fresh tacos, I want to be able to enjoy it right there, not till they get soggy and cold, but sadly I cannot. 3. Place is super busy so the wait is rather long.

After giving this place a second try I think it's deserving of another star up. I actually enjoyed my food today and devoured it like I was in an Taco eating contest!! Pastor and Steak tacos are the move. Super cheap AUTHENTIC tacos all day everyday with nice hours from early morning 7 am to 11 pm!

10/10 would eat again! So good. Got Asada, Pollo and chorizo. People hating on this place aren't right. Verde Salsa was awesome. Get the Daily Special!

Great authentic quality tacos and rice. Everything was delicious and so reasonably priced. I was impressed. Highly recommend for those looking for the real deal.

The best authentic hole in the wall Mexican spot! You know it's authentic when they cook the most tender taco meat, cabeza taco. 2-3 dollars per taco and they're so filling with the large amounts of meat stuffed per taco with homemade delicious salsa! This place reminded me of Charleston, SC Tiki Taco where you would eat outside and order from their truck. TIP: Order on the phone so you could pick it up without waiting. They get a bit busy during lunch time.

I ordered two taco meals (one chicken and one steak) for pick up. They told us 15 minutes, and they were right on time. Both meals came with rice and refried beans. They also came with 3 lemons and a green salsa. The tacos were spectacular. The meat was flavorful and delicious. These are authentic Mexican tacos. I can't wait to eat here again!

This take out only is really spectacular. Had a great burrito. Nicely spiced. Great flavor.looking forward to another visit.

Love. They took over the BBQ King building, which itself was a sad situation to see them go, but it couldn't have been a better replacement, friendly staff and delicious, simple Mexican fare so far. Tacos for a $1, what? Thursdays it's slammed. Only steak, chicken and pork tacos, but how can you beat that? They do not, I repeat DO NOT, skimp on dollar night tacos. I get a boatload just because. The wait is long when it's busy, but so worth it. Did I say love? lo amo tanto!

Go here if you want real, authentic, unbeatable tacos. Those looking for a sit-down, air conditioned area with comfortable parking should go elsewhere - but they'll be missing out. This place is a small, stand and order place (few benches outside) so I would recommend bringing cash - you need to spend at least $10 to use a card there. I ordered two barbacoa tacos ($3 each) and one chicken taco ($2 each) with a bottle of water ($1). All three tacos were topped with cilantro and onions, with a side of cucumbers and radishes. Everything was delicious and I highly recommend the barbacoa tacos. They have TorTrix chips (like flavored corn chips such as Fritos) and I would get a bag of this in the Lime flavor because they are really addicting. I've tried many Mexican places and just recently discovered barbacoa tacos, and El Paisa is the grand winner. The barbacoa was cooked to perfection as it was soft but crispy on the outside - absolutely amazing. Barbacoa cooked any other way simply wont do after this experience. The cilantro is a great touch for flavor and they do have sauces on the side. The chicken taco was also good. Next time I will order two of these. I went with a few coworkers at around 12:30-12:45 PM and there was not full availability on the menu but later on it is. I would recommend this place to people who can pass by on a day off or if you're in a small group and don't mind eating in the heat - or taking it to go. Really amazing tacos and I hope to come back soon.

Disclaimers: Did not go here for: Ambiance, Service, Variety or entertainment Went there for some seriously authentic Mexican tacos.---Mission Accomplished!! The place is located at the I-95 south entrance off Davie Blvd in a very small weird looking building! Could be a former house or a badly designed shopping Center- who really cares!! I got Pollo (Chicken) and Barbacoa (beef) tacos. The order came loaded with chopped onion and cilantro along with grilled onions, radish and cucumber. Two types of sauces red and green with different spice levels. Chicken Tacos was okay but man o man the Barbacoa taco took me on a taste journey that lasted a couple of hours! Will have to come back soon!! They have $1 cash tacos I think on Thursday evening. Usually, I would not expect a place like this to have a clean bathroom, pleasantly surprised. They were very clean. Th place gets a lot of Mexican folks, which speaks off the authenticity of the food.

The Location is not all that good and in a very awkward spot and the parking is not that great either. If you are lucky, you might be able to park in one of their few parking spots. But most likely you'll have to find street parking on the side. The place is very small inside with no seating available. The outside has a few benches but fill up pretty quick at lunchtime. I ordered the cabeza (head) tacos, Al Pastor, and barbacoa tacos, which all were very tasty and very authentic. I've come here a few other times to try the more interesting meats like tongue, cheek and tripas, but sounds like they don't offer these during lunch as this is the time they barely start cooking the meats. Everything was pretty good! I would eat here twice a week if i could!