Tacabron
Matt Zurek · 183 Google reviewsTacabron — neighborhood mexican in Forest Park. The design gives it a sharp first impression. Straight from the source, no adjustments, and BYOB. "The fish tacos were grilled tilapia with a hint of lime" — Matt Zurek [$$, patio]
What 643 diners keep saying
What 643 diners keep saying
verbatim, from Google
“I stumbled across Tacabron on my way home from downtown Forest Park. It looked interesting but I just had dinner so it made my want to go list. Fast forward a couple of months and my brother and I decided to give it a try. I had fish tacos and my brother got a steak burrito. The fish tacos were grilled tilapia with a hint of lime. They were so good I ordered a second order to take home and share with the husband. I have been back a few times since trying new things off the menu. Tonight our server greeted our table with chips and salsa; the salsa was so tasty we ordered some to go home. We had a steak quesadilla to share. The steak was tender and substantial. It was actual steak cooked medium and I think it was Oaxaca cheese, I highly recommend. I also had the enchilada dinner, this really brought me back to my trips to Mexico. I chose the green salsa as my stomach can not take spicy. You have a choice of steak, chicken, cheese, or Veggie ( grilled squash). I chose one of each steak, chicken, and Veggie. My dining friends both had burritoes chicken and the other asked if they could do the tilapia in a burritoes and they dud. Both were excellent. The interior is casual and the staff are friendly and welcoming. The restaurant is BYOB. I still have much of their menu to explore.”
“Great Lengua tacos!! Red and green salsa was fire and I could tell that everything was authentic and made in house. I had a coffee, cinnamon and chocolate drink that was a great also.”
“Good place to enjoy with family and friends All the Food is Very good and 😋 Flavor water so good 👍 Reasonable prices Recommended Un buen lugar para disfrutar con Familiares y Amigos Toda la comida esta muy buena los precios son razonables Recomendado 👍👍”
“My favorite Mexican. Nice crew, fast service and good food.”
“⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ Taquería en Forest Park muy colorida y con un ambiente alegre. El servicio fue excelente: aunque solo recogí mi orden para llevar, fue una experiencia agradable y rápida. También visité el baño y estaba muy limpio y ordenado. Ordené tres tacos (asada, al pastor y de vegetales) y todos estuvieron muy ricos. Me dieron salsa verde y roja para acompañar. Aproveché el especial de Taco Tuesday & Thursday, y vi que tienen más especiales durante la semana, así que ya los sigo en Instagram para estar enterada. Sin duda me gustaría regresar para vivir la experiencia completa en el restaurante.”
“Ordered an Al Pastor burrito with guacamole. Received a steak one with so little guacamole, I had to use my own avocado. Horchata so sugary, I put water in it. Very sad but true. $42 for 2 burrito dinners, 1 that should have been al pastor and 1 steak. Not right”
“A come back to restaurant. They have the big 3.... Food, service, vibe.”
“Quiet diner with great Mexican Food. Their burritos are massive! Sauces are just right. I didn't care for the chips but others really liked them. Definitely would return.”
“My kids and I love the atmosphere, especially in the warmer weather and seating outside. The cashiers are always so personable and attentive. The food is good and reasonably priced. Only ever been to the forest park location!”
“Fantastic little hole in the wall for forest park. The Torta was MASSIVE. Their salsa is incredible. Might be 20 ish bucks for a meal, but for most people you're gonna have leftovers.”
“Absolutely love Tacobron! Authentic Mexican cuisine with the friendliest staff. It's BYOB these days, but would 1000% recommend the quesabirria dinner 🤌🏻 and the caramel churros 🫶🏻 the churros don't come with sauce anymore, sadly, so definitely get a filled one 😊”
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