Taqueria Rios

Hey Guys,

Today I went on my taco journey and I'll just start it off by saying that I expected so much more.

I went to Taqueria Rios. Original plan was to go to the original "La Curva," and bring you guys those pros and cons, but it was close... So, I've realized I should also probably put the times they're open on these things.

Taqueria Rios open 9:00 a.m. to 11:00 p.m. daily.

When we got there it was not super packed or anything of the like, but as we got our drinks and our food, people began filling the restaurant pretty fast. I guessed it was the "after mass," rush.

I'm not going to lie, I was very hesitant to try their tacos, because even down to the picture they have on their menu, they did not look too appetizing, and that's coming from me, self proclaimed taco lover. I asked the waitress how they came and she let me know... "If you get the combo its four maiz tacos with a potato and a drink, and their really good."

So, as it goes, ordered that and sipped on my lemonade until we got to the charro beans. I should have known there that this was not going to be my favorite. I know this is not a blog about the beans, but they were so bland I have to mention them!

Then came the tacos... My combo came with four bistek tacos, everything on the side; grilled onions, fresh onions, cilantro, and lime. As usual, I put everything on top and even added the green salsa because the red was too spicy. One bite in and my tacos tasted bland too.

I was never raised to add salt or any additives to season my food after it has been served. I don't know if that's a Mexican heritage thing, or just my family, but the way my mom makes food is always perfect. When we go to restaurants, salt is never needed, so to me this was a crazy concept.

I added a little dash of salt, more lemon, more green salsa, and good to go, but definitely was not because of the tacos. I was very sad, so I decided to give Taqueria Rios a 1/5.

I want to say that I hope this was just my experience and that others have had better, so let me know in the comments or on my social medias... whatever. Also, let me know what other places I should venture to. I did see Tacos Kissi right across the street and I've heard good things, so maybe coming to you soon!