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We have the best Carne Asada, Chicken, Shrimp and Fish tacos and burritos in Tempe along with super fast service. Try us and you'll be convinced! Our recipes are authentic. We take great pride in our food and pay a lot of attention to ensure the food is always fresh and the recipe stays authentic. We only make the food right after you order it!

The result? The best tacos and burritos that bursts with a flavor you won't believe! First, we freshly make the tacos of your choice, then you head over to the salsa bar and dress them up with as many toppings as you like from our daily-made dressings, salsas and veggies. Now it's time for you to enjoy the best tacos ever!
Reviews (23)
Karen D.
Karen D.
Jan 29, 2022
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Always fresh made. A few tables for inside dining. No outside dining options. The barbacoa was very tender but a bit underwhelming on taste.
Matt S.
Matt S.
Jan 15, 2022
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Great little place for tacos. I got the carne asada tacos and they were delicious and they were prepared super-quick!

The gentleman working there was very nice and helpful. While you wait for your tacos to be prepared, you can start dishing out the condiments to put on them at the little cold bar.

Only have 4 stars because the Coke from the fountain didn't taste right and didn't take a sip until after I left. This would not keep me from coming again for the amazing tacos!
Alisha O.
Alisha O.
Jan 11, 2022
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Good stuff! Friendly staff, tasty food, and quick.

Breaded shrimp isn't a typical order for me, but I ordered this taco based on other reviews, and glad I did! Very tasty.

I also had the caramelo - grilled steak mini quesadilla. Delicious!!

They have a salsa bar with tons of options. I just wish they had another red salsa. The one there is that bitter super hot kind I don't care for. Next time, I'll try the tomatillo. Plenty of pico, and an avocado tomatillo sauce and many other options.
Grace A.
Grace A.
Jan 02, 2022
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Seriously the best quesadilla I've ever had !! So much cheese and adding chicken just tops it off so amazing.
Matthew Taylor
Matthew Taylor
Dec 21, 2021
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The combination fish and shrimp taco is really good as is the combination shrimp and Carne asada. Do yourself a favor and order the tacos "santa" style, which comes with a grilled layer of cheese on the tortillas. The salsa/topping bar is robust with multiple sauces, veggies, and other accoutrement including a very unique thin tartar sauce like sauce for the fish taco. Rice and beans is nothing legendary but the tacos plus the topping bar makes this place a must check out. Tacos are served plain as all needed additions are located in the topping bar.
Kolitha De Silva
Kolitha De Silva
Dec 11, 2021
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The best fish taco I had in a while. Don't judge the place from the looks of the outside. The Dine-in area is clean, fast service, food is made to order, and generous portions.
Steven F.
Steven F.
Nov 28, 2021
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Please support this small business, you will NOT be disappointed. The tacos were some of the best I've ever had. I ordered off of UberEats (in typical fashion), and I have nothing not to rave about. I ordered the Fish taco and Surf and Turf combo, for $11.99 I received 2 amazing tacos, rice and beans, and a drink. Everything was tender and seasoned perfectly and different toppings and sauces were included in addition. I will be telling all of my friends and family about this place! :)
Ryan Howard
Ryan Howard
Sep 15, 2021
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I've never had a bad experience here, but today they knocked it out of the park. Taco Tuesday buy 2 get one free is usually when I go. The fish, chicken, and barbacoa today was on point. Santa Madre has some of the best seafood options and with the salsa bar you can make it as you want.
J. Fernando Estrada
J. Fernando Estrada
Sep 12, 2021
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This is the best taco fish spot in AZ hands down. I’ve been inviting all kinds of people here and everyone likes it. I recommend putting all the dressings like in the picture don’t be afraid to get messy.
Paul S.
Paul S.
Sep 07, 2021
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I went there at the end of July because my co-worker and I went there before for a pick up and it was amazing! I didn't go with him for the pick up. This time I went into Santa Madre for lunch by myself. While waiting to order I looked over at the condiments to see what I can add to my burrito, they had a big container of limes that had fresh cut ones under the old ones that were starting to turn brown(cut less, save money) no fruit flies. Placed my order for the carne asada burrito and a drink paid then waited. I went over to the soda machine and the below pictures of mold in the drink dispenser
Julie Shade
Julie Shade
Jul 16, 2021
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For this being our first time here… it’s super quaint and super clean and very simple. Their salsa bar is beautiful as shown from the picture . We both had carne asada tacos. The meat just lacked flavor. Next time we go we will definitely try their fish tacos!! Those looked amazing and fresh as we watched him cook them up for another order. I would give 4 but cleanliness and salsa bar gives it a FIVE!!
Rose S.
Rose S.
Jun 29, 2021
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LOVE LOVE LOVE the fish tacos!!!
Big flaky fish peices served on a corn tortilla. I top mine w cilantro, onion and cabbage from the toppings bar. Highly recommended!
Jeff M.
Jeff M.
May 08, 2021
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This place was so good! I had one fish, chicken and shrimp taco. My GF had a fish and a full taco. Everything is super fresh. The batter was cooked just right and the toppings were all fresh! All tacos come out naked for you to put all your own toppings. Prices were super fair, well worth the 25 minute drive we made. Our friend recommended this place and it did not disappoint. Friendly service and nice music. Very pleasant place to visit. Thank you!
Mike X.
Mike X.
Mar 28, 2021
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Really cool concept of adding your own fillings from a bar into your burrito. The burrito as a result was delicious! Loaded it up with jalapenos and salsa. Quesadilla surprisingly was too cheesy for me, which I didn't think possible.
Drew A.
Drew A.
Mar 01, 2021
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Stopped in here yesterday after hiking South Mountain. Interesting concept; they serve their tacos naked and then you add the toppings you want. They had a pretty nice variety of toppings, including: cabbage, cilantro and onions, cucumbers, pickled onions, coleslaw, and jalapenos. They also had a nice selection of salsas and other sauces. My favorite of the tacos I tried was the Surf & Turf. Great combination of flavors! The Full taco was interesting and flavorful. My only recommendation would be to eat that one first. I ate it last, and it got a bit soggy. If you're a taco fan like I
Ryan H.
Ryan H.
Dec 22, 2020
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I was told by a local that this is the best burrito spot in the city and it also is a solid place to be. Great food. Great service
Samantha Potterf-Tonto
Samantha Potterf-Tonto
Sep 26, 2020
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The BEST fish tacos in AZ. The breading is awesome. Love the salsa bar. Great cream of tartar, creamy guacamole sauce, and tasty cilantro sauce. We’ve been coming here for almost 2 years now. I always recommend this shop to anyone looking for fish tacos. We love it!
Carole Anne Chasko-Sturrock
Carole Anne Chasko-Sturrock
Sep 25, 2020
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Friendly staff, delicious food and they make it fresh-the beans and rice remind me of Nana’s (homemade)— fish tacos and chicken burrito were yummy and all the sauces and roasted jalapeños were amazing. 🙂 Authentic and tasty😊
Joyce W.
Joyce W.
May 06, 2020
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The only bad taco is the one you didn't eat.

Cinco de Mayo on Taco Tuesday? Count me in! And with the Virtual International Supper Club UYE happening, why not order some tacos? Nothing was going to stop me from getting tacos today. Nothing!

I ordered some fish tacos, carne asada tacos, and some carne asada fries with cheese. I think I heard them say that the fish is pollock and wow were they delicious! The hot sauce is straight fire too. The beans were okay and the rice was good. If you get a combo, I recommend getting all rice and no beans. As for the carne asada, they were decent. I&apos
Annastasia Gallegos
Annastasia Gallegos
Feb 13, 2020
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They say you know when your at a good taco place because of their salsa bar. The shrimp tacos/burritos.... yum.
Carlos Osornio
Carlos Osornio
Sep 14, 2019
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Tried out this place heard about it on the radio and I was not impressed at all. one the selection. is super small.. n the price is outrageous. 3.79 for one taco... ummm yeah no..... the meat is cut up in BIG chunks and the taste was nothing special.. I will have to say not going back to this spot.. i would not call it a taco shop as the selection is more seafood.....
Maria Acosta
Maria Acosta
Sep 08, 2019
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Barbacoa was fabulous, beans were delicious. The red salsa the right amount of hot with spice! Good prices and clean.
Carmik T.
Carmik T.
Jun 09, 2019
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So, I googled Nachos ( cause I was in the mood for them) & in the area. Which this place "popped up".

Fairly busy, but also a small size establishment. Long line & noticed on their menu-no nachos?! As we made our way to the counter I inquired and was disappointed they don't offer them. However, I got chips and a side of beans. The cashier recommended that their salsa bars has additional topping; so I went with that! My daughter got the three Carne Asada tacos and a drink.

Pretty pricey for about $19! They use a system which doesn't provide a receipt offers gratuity