EL ESTE TAQUERIA in Dartmouth

102 Albro Lake Rd UNIT 2, Dartmouth, NS B3A 3Y6, Canada

★★★★★
(359 reviews)
Categories: Mexican restaurant

About

A little Mexican restaurant in the heart of North End Dartmouth.

Website
elestetaqueria.net
Address
102 Albro Lake Rd UNIT 2, Dartmouth, NS B3A 3Y6, Canada
Plus Code
MCH8+RM Dartmouth, Nova Scotia, Canada
Time Zone
America/Halifax

Business Hours

Sunday
12–5 PM
Monday
Closed
Tuesday
11 AM–7 PM
Wednesday
11 AM–7 PM
Thursday
11 AM–8 PM
Friday
11 AM–8 PM
Saturday
11 AM–7 PM

Services

Service options
Outdoor seating Delivery On-site services Takeaway Dine-in
Accessibility
Assistive hearing loop Wheelchair-accessible car park Wheelchair-accessible entrance Wheelchair-accessible seating Wheelchair-accessible toilet
Offerings
Small plates
Dining options
Breakfast Brunch Lunch Dinner Seating
Atmosphere
Casual
Planning
Accepts reservations
Payments
Credit cards Debit cards NFC mobile payments Credit cards
Children
Good for kids Has changing table(s) Kids' menu
Parking
Free parking lot Parking

Photos

Reviews

4.8
★★★★★
359 reviews

Most Mentioned

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5 stars
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★★★★★
December 12, 2024

Love this place! Really authentic tacos and such nice people. Apparently, they're opening a new location in downtown Halifax.

★★★
October 25, 2024

I was really excited but ended up disappointed. We had the tacos and the burrito. The tacos were favorful but a bit watery, and soggy. The burrito was disappointing. It said “with rice and beans” on the menu which meant there were some inside, i thought it would come with rice and beans on the side. The burrito had next to no flavour, and I ended up waiting till I went home to eat with salsa. It’s hard to find good Mexican food in Halifax but I won’t be going back here. To me it was on par with a chain like habaneros, where at least you can customize and they add salsa!

★★★★★
August 5, 2024

Stopped in for lunch tacos and was not disappointed. The small dining area was clean, the counter service was prompt and informative, and the food was flavourful! Worth a stop if you've got a craving for tacos! I will definitely be back to try some of the other menu options.

★★★★★
June 18, 2024

We stopped in for some tacos and nachos. The service was attentive despite only one person working at the time. We tried each of the four tacos, but subbed mushroom out for chorizo sausage. The tacos were delicious, and the nachos were too! The interior is not very big, definitely more of a carry and go kind of spot, but don't let that deter you!-- if you enjoy quality authentic Mexican food, this is the spot you're looking for!

★★★★★
February 13, 2024

I gave 5 stars because 10 stars was not an option. The food is bursting with authentic Mexican flavor. It is everything you could ask for and more. If you haven't tried it, what the heck are you waiting for, a written invitation??? Get in there and try it! Update: If you are in the area on the weekend, you NEED to try the Huevos Rancheros! Your tongue will think it's does and gone to Mexico!

★★★★★
February 7, 2024

A hidden gem for sure, food was fantastic I had the pork shoulder tacos and my son have braised beef nachos. Both were excellent and nicely portioned! Kitchen was completely spotless. Owner was a doll and food was served fresh and quick!

★★★★★
September 8, 2023

One of the best Mexican Food spots in the City. Owner is very friendly, food is prepared in front of you, fast service and tastes delicious. Definitely a takeout spot as inside is limited for seating. Been going here for months and do not regret at it at. Highly recommend 👌 Oh and they have Sangria Senorial!!

★★★★★
July 12, 2023

Probably the best tasting tacos in Halifax. Super flexible with what to put in it. Found the quesodilla a bit bland. Nachos were really good and the house made toppings kicked it up a notch. Love the atmosphere in the restaurant as it feels like a taco stand. But there isn't much seating, so be aware. Prices are very fair.

★★★★★
December 21, 2024

I just had a mic and match taco combo for lunch, chicken and beef and it was AMAZING. I ll be back soon!!

★★★★★
Local Guide
December 8, 2024

Real Mexican Food in Dartmouth. Authentic experience. Food : 5/5

★★★★
Local Guide
December 1, 2024

El Este is fairly unique in the city and the food is good. It s served fast and is generally fairly good quality. However ..the chicken that they used for our food was quite bad. It was nearly all grissle/connective tissue. That ruined an otherwise good meal.

★★★★★
November 22, 2024

El chino is great and his food is even better (Although not 100% authentic but quite close)

★★★★★
November 22, 2024

Was craving Mexican and figured Id give EL ESTE TAQUERIA a try... The food exceeded my expectations. Im upset I didnt try it sooner.

★★★★★
November 22, 2024

Delicious food and fast service! Best tacos i ve had in a long time

★★★★★
Local Guide
November 22, 2024

You won t get more real tacos in Dartmouth than this place

★★★★★
October 22, 2024

Is this Dartmouths best-kept secret? Had a random craving for Mexican food. Did a little Googling. Found this place and had the best chimichanga of my life. Super friendly and welcoming service and atmosphere. I cant wait to try everything else on the menu!

★★★★★
October 22, 2024

So good!!! Much better than some of the better known Mexican places and cheaper!

★★★★★
Local Guide
October 22, 2024

I cant wait go back

★★
October 22, 2024

Service was super fast. I arrived at 7:45 pm ordered a veggie burrito and a chimichango. The listed price was $12 and $14 but I was asked to pay $32 and there was an expectation of tip on top of that. Watch out for the billing amount. Ask for a receipt as the guy tend to overcharges.

★★★★
Local Guide
October 22, 2024

Seems authentic not Tex mex, well made fresh and tasty, could use more cilantro and heat but very filling. Parking: Few spots out front and plenty on the street side.

★★★★★
October 22, 2024

delicious delicious delicious. cant wait to eat there again. highly recommend.

Local Guide
October 22, 2024

In my beef burrito I had chunks of fat in it. The food tasted like it was made a week ago. It was so bad that I wouldnt even feed it to my dogs . We both couldnt finish it and went to McDonalds instead . Thats how bad your food is if McDonalds is a better solution. Will never go back or recommend.

★★★★★
October 22, 2024

Spicy sauce , good seasoned food , excellent service. Delicious and good friends.

★★★★★
Local Guide
October 22, 2024

A little taste of mexico, authentic and very tasty!

★★★★★
September 22, 2024

Delicious tacos, great service. but always, the delicious tacos.

★★★★★
September 22, 2024

The location does not do justice to the food and the service, I have been looking for a place that serves authentic Mexican food and I am so happy to have finally found this place. I will be back as often as my wife and my wallet will allow! Parking: There is a small amount of paring out front which when full leaves only the gas station parking or street parking availabe... go for thr food not the parking.

★★★★★
Local Guide
September 22, 2024

Excellent all around

★★★★
Local Guide
September 22, 2024

The restaurant offers delicious Mexican food. The portions are not large considering the prices, I paid around $22.50CAD for the quesadilla and a drink. The staff was friendly. (09/2024)

★★★★★
Local Guide
August 22, 2024

Ok. Trying to stay calm here. I thought I enjoyed Mexican food. I dont know what the hell I was eating before this because the food here is like a whole different ballgame. I was eating garbage before today. Go check this place out NOW!

★★★★★
Local Guide
August 22, 2024

Cant believe I waited so long to finally go here. The guy was super friendly and the Chimichanga was friggin delicious. Cant wait to go back and try some other items on the menu.

July 22, 2024

I came at 6.55pm saturday evening Doors closed Nobody answer the call Food : 1/5

★★★★★
Local Guide
July 22, 2024

Best Chimichanga in the city!!!

★★★★★
July 22, 2024

Incredible food and service every time we get the chance to go! their tacos & burritos are top notch

★★★★★
July 22, 2024

Absolutely amazing place!!! Highly recommend!

★★★★★
July 22, 2024

BEST TACOS IN HALIFAX

★★★★★
July 22, 2024

BEST TACOS IN HALIFAX!

★★★★★
July 22, 2024

We came into as first time customer the service was amazing. The gentleman that waited on us was a bundle of energy. The food was amazing we had beef burrito chicken burrito and chicken tacos. The food was full of flavour. We will definitely be back.

★★★★★
July 22, 2024

This restaurant has an awesome Mexican vibe and decor. The food is fresh and delicious and the cook was super welcoming and friendly. The custard was amazing too!

★★★★
July 22, 2024

Best tacos in Halifax!

★★★★★
July 22, 2024

Service was really fast. Employee was very nice and the food is DELICIOUS

★★★★★
July 22, 2024

The BEST tacos in Dartmouth/Halifax in my opinion, authentic and delicious. I make sure to stop in every time I visit the city. To top off how good they are the prices here are very reasonable. Better eaten fresh so take a seat in the scenic, colourful shop and enjoy!

★★★★★
Local Guide
June 22, 2024

Everything we tried was delicious & fairly priced, will definitely go back when Im in the city!

★★★★★
Local Guide
June 22, 2024

You can t find better Mexican food than this at least in Canada. This place actually beats most of restaurants I visited while in Mexico. Food is full of flavor and all prepared fresh in house. The chips are heavenly! Food

★★★★★
June 22, 2024

Great place to get Mexican food we love this place very friendly staff and great service definitely eat there again

★★★★★
June 22, 2024

Damn good burrito.

★★★★★
June 22, 2024

Delicioussss, sweet authentic spot, can feel the boss s heart in the place and the food

★★★★★
Local Guide
June 22, 2024

We showed up a bit before closing and one of the workers welcomed us in, I got the recommended barbacoa tacos which were delicious and prepared really quickly. Also loved the fun decor, cant wait to go back!

★★★★★
June 22, 2024

We just had burritos from here tonight for the second time. Its now absolutely my favorite takeout counter in the HRM. Authentic Mexican with perfect balance of flavors and a nice little kick of spice. We also love the homemade tortilla chips that he serves with his dishes. Cant wait to try more dishes!

★★★★★
Local Guide
May 22, 2024

Definitely my go to mexican food in HRM. My only wish is that it was walking distance from Downtown Dartmouth with more seating and mexican beer! But regardless, its excellent as it is.

★★★★★
Local Guide
May 22, 2024

Best Mexican food in Halifax

★★★★★
May 22, 2024

The best. Always the best. Do yourself a favour and eat here.

★★★★★
Local Guide
May 22, 2024

Great little place, very friendly service. We really enjoyed our burritos!

★★★★★
May 22, 2024

GREAT FOOD WITH GREAT SERVICE, THE OWNERS ARE FANTASTIC

★★★★★
Local Guide
April 22, 2024

Some of the best Chimichanga I have ever had. Will definitely make this a regular stop.

★★★★★
April 22, 2024

Absolutely delicious.

★★★★★
Local Guide
April 22, 2024

Really great food and service. Will be back.

★★★★★
Local Guide
April 22, 2024

Most get the barbacoa

★★★★★
Local Guide
April 22, 2024

The best authentic Mexican food in Dartmouth. Absolutely delicious and the staff is amazing. I highly recommend.

★★★★
April 22, 2024

Food was great the time I ve had it but haven t been able to get it the last 2 times we ve tried! He sells out which is great for him but his website and Google says open to 8 which is misleading. With no regular updates on Facebook, it can sometimes be a gamble whether he s open or not. Do not go unless you call first!

★★★
April 22, 2024

The place itself is nice. We ordered a chimichanga and a burrito, and I found the chimichanga to be a little dry. I believe it is deep fried, but I never heard a fryer go off. It didnt have the crisp, crunchy exterior I was expecting and it wasnt as hot which was a bit disappointing especially if itsfreshly deep fried food. Maybe it was prepped an hour or so ago, its uncertain at this point. Might try it again in the future if were craving the flavors. .

★★★★★
Local Guide
March 22, 2024

Best Mexican in Atlantic Canada. Youre wrong if you even think somewhere else.

★★★★★
Local Guide
March 22, 2024

Small shop but great food. Well worth a visit if you like more authentic Mexican. I read recommendations on a popular forum site and they were right. This is the best Mexican in the HRM and will worth a visit. I definitely will be going back

★★★★★
March 22, 2024

The person at the front is kind, and friendly. Oh and the food is off the chain fresh . I feel like Im eating the real deal and not greasy.

★★★★★
Local Guide
March 22, 2024

Great tacos and burritos, loved the food can t sit in though.

★★★★★
Local Guide
February 22, 2024

Absolutely killer tacos! The owner was really friendly and he definitely knows what he s doing. The meat was incredibly tender and flavourful. Can t wait to go back.

★★★★★
Local Guide
February 22, 2024

Stopped in during a storm. One of the few places open. Very friendly and fast service. We order chicken and also a beef quesadilla. They each came with a few nachos. So delicious! The chips stayed crisp to eat back at home. Those quesadillas though, so delicious. I would say the best I ever had.

★★★★★
Local Guide
February 22, 2024

Love the tacos here! The owner is super friendly and they have a lot of gluten free options. Ive eaten here twice now and I love it! Everything is made from scratch <3 Dietary restrictions: Gluten and Dairy

★★★★★
February 22, 2024

One guy all by himself doing it all, food was great wait wasn t too long, cannot recommend enough!

★★★★★
February 22, 2024

Authentic Mexican Taqueria

★★★★★
January 22, 2024

Delicious Mexican food!

★★★★★
January 22, 2024

Best burritos and nachos I ve had! The owner is awesome. I can t recommend this place enough!

★★★★★
January 22, 2024

This is a must visit every time we are in town. Delicious food and the best attention from the owner. You have to try the Chimichanga! Food

★★★★★
January 22, 2024

Whenever we are in Dartmouth, we come here. If you love authentic Mexican you owe it to yourself to visit. Hands down the best in town by far!

★★★★★
Local Guide
January 22, 2024

Forgot my lunch today and a colleague suggested I try this place. After my lunch I will totally come back again and again.

★★★★★
December 22, 2023

Came from pei wanted to try some authentic Mexican Food, it was delicious (10/10) service was really good as well, highly recommend it

★★★★★
December 22, 2023

Food was amazing! Great service as well. Very kind! Would recommend the tacos! Great experience

★★★★★
December 22, 2023

Those are the best tacos Ive had outside of Mexico!

★★★★
Local Guide
December 22, 2023

I visit El Este a few days ago. authentic. great flavor. the best is the attention is great. I try the carnitas and the barbacoa tacos.

★★★★★
Local Guide
December 22, 2023

Fresh & Delicious! Great flavours, too. Easily the best tacos in town. CLEAN, friendly premises, too. Highly recommended.

★★
Local Guide
December 22, 2023

Very tasty but I could not believe how little we got for $23 They had about three tablespoons of topping per taco. We ordered four and it looked like it should be two. Need to increase your amount of food for that cost if you want people to come back.

★★★★★
Local Guide
December 22, 2023

I havent had tacos that were this delicious in years. I highly recommend the tacos carnitas.

★★★★★
December 22, 2023

The food here is incredible and all homemade, and the best Mexican food I ve had in NS. I ve gotten three different meals now and they were all delicious. The owner offered me extra items as toppings that weren t on the menu for two of my meals. I will be coming back more often!

★★★★★
Local Guide
December 22, 2023

So far the best Mexican food in NS!! The price is very fair and delicious!!! For sure Im gonna go back to try other options!!

★★★★★
Local Guide
December 22, 2023

Absolutely delicious, can t wait to come back!

★★★★★
Local Guide
December 22, 2023

Great quality food and fantastic service. The nachos were amazing with freshly made tortilla chips made right then and there. Parking: Had to park at the Petrocan next door

★★★★★
December 22, 2023

Excellent food, and the owner is very friendly!

★★★★★
December 22, 2023

Absolutely delicious food I love this place

★★★★★
December 22, 2023

This place is seriously my favourite place to eat at!!! The customer service is amazing and the food is to die for! I ve been shouting this place on instagram since it s opened, I m seriously telling you this beats any taco place anywhere in NS!!! It is seriously that good!!!!!!!!!!!!! Vegetarian options: They have a mushroom taco and you can get the nachos without the cheese sauce with pickle jalepenos and picked onion!!

★★★★★
December 22, 2023

You get what you pay for. This is the real deal. Fresh ingredients, slow cooked meat, bursting with flavor. Its all delicious. Super nice guy too. Plan to take your food back to your car though, its small inside

★★★★★
December 22, 2023

Fantastic little place serving super-tasty, authentic food in a cheap-and-cheerful locale.

Local Guide
December 22, 2023

Don t trust the hours posted online. I did. Cost me a trip out of my way and two bridge tolls. Had to work lunch and slipped out at 3 to eat what I m told is great food. Place was closed. Went somewhere that was actually open.

★★
December 22, 2023

Less food but more expensive than Habaneros also no choice of toppings like Habaneros.

★★★★★
Local Guide
December 22, 2023

Best Mexican i ve had in NS. Fast, fresh and affordable.

★★★★★
December 22, 2023

Today I tried this place for the first time, it was amazing. I had a chimichanga, the flavour was amazing, just enough of everything and it all worked well together, the right amount of spice. The portion size was perfect. The person working was very friendly and kind. I m definitely going back, my new fav Mexican restaurant!

★★★
December 22, 2023

Tacos were delicious but small and very over priced. 4 small tacos and a drink came to over 30$.

★★★★★
Local Guide
December 22, 2023

Best Mexican food this side of Mexico! And Ive been backpacking south!! The owner is funny and courteous and shows an interest in all the guests. Its set up for take out or delivery only right now, but if he ever gets a dining room Ill be a regular!

★★★★★
December 22, 2023

Just had the Baja shrimp tacos that were todays special and they knocked my socks off. If you ever see em on special, its worth trying. Thanks!

★★★★★
Local Guide
December 22, 2023

Vegetarian options: Amazing Adobo Mushroom tacos!

★★★★★
Local Guide
December 22, 2023

Mels food is absolutely delicious. What he serves can sometimes be a little inconsistent; if you order the same dish, you might get something a little different each time. Extra ingredients, different toppings you werent expecting etc. This is absolutely fine if youre prepared for it but can be a little surprising if not. The quality of everything is fantastic, though!

★★★★★
December 22, 2023

Very authentic food, beautifully prepared! So very delicious we had to go back and buy a couple more tacos! I d highly recommend this restaurant! You won t be disappointed!

★★★★★
Local Guide
December 22, 2023

Love this place. Wish they were open longer, but I love supporting them when I can! There is a gentleman who works there every time I go. Hes super friendly and very passionate about what he does! Food

★★★★★
Local Guide
December 22, 2023

Muy delicioso! Super good grub here, worth the trip. Grab a juicin Jarritos too

★★★★
Local Guide
December 22, 2023

Great food, 5 stars for the food. Tacos were delicious. My son loved his nachos. Would definitely go back. 3 stars for the fact that they dont take cash. Also the lobby/foyer is very small and Mexican doesnt travel well so you basically gotta eat in your car. Overall great food if you live close by.

★★★★★
December 22, 2023

Friendly owner, great Mexican food!

★★★★★
Local Guide
December 22, 2023

This place is a hidden gem! Its grab and go, which kind of suits my style anyways. It has so much character, the guy running the place is so friendly and it looks like he does it all himself. Ive had tacos from other places around the city and, so far, these are by far the best!

★★★★★
Local Guide
December 22, 2023

Friendly staff great food

★★★★★
December 22, 2023

Got some tacos burritos and nachos to split so we could try the menu. Great flavour, Really fresh ingredients and a nice little kick. Will be back again. Proper quality Mexican food.

★★★★★
December 22, 2023

The best authentic Mexican food in HRM. Small portions but absolutely delicious and fresh every time. The mushroom tacos cooked in chipotle are actually spicy, which is great for me as I love spice.

★★★★★
Local Guide
December 22, 2023

Hands down the best Mexican restaurant in Nova Scotia. With all sorts of options on the menu, everything is freshly made and delicious. You gotta eat here!

★★★★
Local Guide
December 22, 2023

I would actually give here 4.5. First visit: a Saturday afternoon in the fall of 2022? Tried the daily special which was delicious...a beef torta that I cant remember the exact name. Great thick, crispy bread, so much flavor in the meat, with that perfect homemade touch thats hard to define. Only wish is that there was space for dine in and now know that a 2nd location will be opening up soon, with tables, I think in Cole Harbour? Look forward to it. 2nd visit: Feb 2023 grabbed a large nachos for Saturday lunch. Not massive, but exactly the portion size that worked for me where I ate it all and was satisfied. Loaded with delicious toppings. I want to continue supporting the owner, bc there is just something about here that I love. 3rd visit: later Feb 2023 on a sunny Saturday at 4:30. One other customer there at the time. I ordered the Pollo en Verde burrito and yum!!!! Just the right size to be satisfied and not over full again. Wrapped very neatly & tightly with the perfect dispersed toppings, so wasnt messy to eat at all. A few delicious chips thrown in. 4th visit: couple of shrimp and chicken tacos. Simple, bit messy, delicious. 5th visit: pork burrito - yum in the same way as the chicken. 6th visit: finally ordered the huevos rancheros, that Ive wanted to order all along. Its exactly what I predicted. Perfect blend of flavors, size, etc. If able, I will be back to try the rest of the menu!

★★★★★
Local Guide
December 22, 2023

Awesome food and awesome owner!

★★★★★
Local Guide
December 22, 2023

Good attention and excellent service!

★★★★★
Local Guide
December 22, 2023

Very amicable owner who prepares and suggest great dishes.

★★★★★
Local Guide
December 22, 2023

Great food. All fresh made in house. Great hospitality. The owner is there to serve you authentic Mexican cuisine with enthusiasm. Will definitely return. Sorry, too busy enjoying the food to take a picture.

★★★★★
Local Guide
December 22, 2023

Great Mexican food and flavours.

★★★★★
Local Guide
December 22, 2023

Amazingly delicious food, and the owner is super friendly. I had the Chimichanga and it was incredible, you can taste the delicious chorizo, very well prepared. I highly recommend trying this place.

★★★★★
Local Guide
December 22, 2023

Awesome spot for some authentic tacos

★★★★★
December 22, 2023

Absolute gem of North End Dartmouth. This man never misses!

★★★★
Local Guide
December 22, 2023

First time visit, very good first impression, very clean, music to fill the mood of eating Mexican, very nice man working here, great atmosphere, kind of small and out of the way, not really alot of room so for the location it got 4 stars, but everything else was spot on, if I never stopped for pizza I would of never knew it was there, pizza place had no slices and I was hungry, so I ordered the beef burrito, it was yummy delicious, flavors in my mouth Ive never experienced in such a way that they were combined, fresh little homemade tortilla chips on the side, Ill definitely stop here again to experience more flavors after work or on my lunch break. Parking: Very limited, tucked behind a tire garage and petro Canada Wheelchair accessibility: Could easily wheel a chair in the front door, no problem.

★★★★★
December 22, 2023

Most delicious burrito and corn chips I have ever had. 5 stars isnt enough to describe this deliciousness.

★★★★
December 22, 2023

Very good for the price.

★★★★★
December 22, 2023

Best around! Fresh, fast and tasty. My go-to spot. A must if youre into Mexican food.

★★★★★
December 22, 2023

We tried El Este Taqueria after hearing how good it was for around a year now. I got the vegetation option for tacos (mushroom chipotle) and my partner got a variety of different kinds of tacos to sample. All of the food was absolutely delicious and we rated it 10/10. The service was really great- the person working there was extremely kind and friendly. We can t wait to go back again and try more of their food! :) note: I saw a review or two talking about how the prices were high, but we actually found the price extremely reasonable for the quality of food

★★★★★
Local Guide
December 22, 2023

Amazing

★★★★★
Local Guide
December 22, 2023

The BEST Mexican food! Such an inconspicuous little spot off the beaten trail but TOTALLY worth the stop! Walking in feels like you ve been transported to the streets of Mexico! Friendly and fast service, a few high top window seats and AMAZING food. Everything is so fresh and delicious. 100% will be back!

★★★★★
December 22, 2023

The chimichanga is one of the best things I have ever put in my mouth.

★★★★★
Local Guide
December 22, 2023

Best mexican place i have tried in Nova Scotia so far. The host has this amazing friendly energy. We tried shrimp , chicken tacos.. and the special chicken torta sandwich was just melt in your mouth ..best I have ever had so far :) must try ..

★★★★
Local Guide
December 22, 2023

This Taqueria + Best tasting meat I tried pork + 8/10 chips - 13$ for a mini burrito ( I weigh 165 lbs ) idk great meal on a cut perhaps + Great customer service tho + He added a special kind of hot sauce which I loved Look, I would pick bar burrito anytime over this why , + Lot more toppings options + Variety of sauce + More bang for buck - not the best meat

★★★★★
Local Guide
December 22, 2023

Best Mexican food in HRM. Its around the corner from work so I usually grab lunch there twice a week and Im never disappointed

★★★★★
Local Guide
December 22, 2023

Amazing chorizo

Local Guide
December 22, 2023

Zero stars for Food & Service. Lack customer service. They dont care about the customer & serving low quality meats full of fat & grissle.

★★★★★
Local Guide
December 22, 2023

Top notch!

★★★★★
Local Guide
December 22, 2023

I d give this place 1000 stars if I could! BEST tacos I ve had outside of Mexico. The meat is amazing, the tortillas were great and fresh, the chips were homemade, the chili sauce was 10/10. We got a few things as a family: - nachos - they have cheese sauce on them but it works, I swear - chorizo burrito - the chorizo was great and the portion was large - Barbacoa tacos - unreal. UNREAL. It was all too spicy for our kids so they needed a jug of water but they pulled it off! Dietary restrictions: Tacos are corn-based

★★★★★
Local Guide
December 22, 2023

Honestly an amazing establishment that I look forward to eating at when I can. The owner is EXTREMELY friendly and kind. 10/5 stars. P.S. Melissa Lovingit is a clown reviewer. Disregard her statement. I promise youll not regret trying the food.

★★★★★
December 22, 2023

Tired of Mexican places in Canada that are bland? Burritos and tacos that don t have legit Mexican flavour or spice like you get in Mexico or in the U.S? This place is different. This place is only one of two Mexican restuarants I ve been to in Canada that are legit! (Shout out to Mole Guacamole in Manitoba!) My Chimichanga was awesome and had some really good kick. The restaurant is cool on the inside and the employees are really nice. Stop going to places that are essentially subway for Mexican food and go to this legit Mexican restaurant! I can t rep this place enough! It s a take out joint not a dine in sort of place. They also do breakfast on the weekend!! I ll be back for breakfast on Saturday!

★★★★★
Local Guide
December 22, 2023

Food was delicious with amazing flavours . Must try

★★★★★
Local Guide
December 22, 2023

Aug 3, 2023 - Wife and I went to try this place for the first time after accidently finding it near a motel that we wish to stay. Friendly cook/staff. Good thing we tried it out (Carne enchilada quesadilla & Pollo asado quesadilla) and were quite impressed. Waited aprrox 7 minutes for our meals, but it was fresh, and worth it. Didnt see any tables to eat in, but it was worth the pick up anyway. We will be returning to this place to try out more items on the menu. Muchas Gracias por la experiencia! Parking: We got lucky with parking. Found 2 empty parking spots close to 5pm.

★★★★★
Local Guide
December 22, 2023

What a find! Great menu and amazing food. The very best part, super friendly guy who is serving up some delicious Mexican flavours!

★★★★★
December 22, 2023

Truly an amazing stop!! Authentic and incredible Mexican food, a small local business with charm and the absolute best owner. This place is a gem and you should absolutely check it out.

★★
December 22, 2023

While the food was good I cannot recommend this place at all based in the customer service. I am a 27 year old woman and was immediately greeted as Sir upon entering the restaurant. In addition to this the person behind the counter repeatedly cut me off while I was ordering and didnt take my full order. I was under the impression he wanted me out of there as soon as possible.

★★★★
Local Guide
December 22, 2023

An easy to miss Mexican take out place with traditional Mexican street tacos and more. I had tacos and burrito and both had mouth watering flavour. Only minus was price and smaller portion.

★★★★★
Local Guide
December 22, 2023

Great experience!! We had tacos; chicken, pulled pork, chorizo and shrimp plus Nachos as well . Food were Amazing!!!, spice level and sauces taste great. Taste buds will thank you. Owner is a great guy, I am happy to support this local business. I highly recommend this place.

★★★★★
Local Guide
December 22, 2023

Service is A-Ma-Zing! Beef tacos -excellent Chimichanga -excellent Quesadilla -excellent Favourite is the Chimichanga. I just wish they had more parking and space to sit to eat! Parking: Only a couple of parking spots in lot, otherwise its the side street.

★★★★★
Local Guide
December 22, 2023

This is the best Burrito place in Nova Scotia. The food is fresh and delicious. It is always a hit.

★★★★★
Local Guide
December 22, 2023

Had the shrimp taco special tasted awesome

★★★★★
December 22, 2023

Best tacos I ve had in the city hands down, true mexican tortillas

★★★★★
December 22, 2023

This little restaurant with its friendly service is worth a visit or many visits. The food was really way beyond my expectations! All of the food was fresh, flavourful and so delicious! But I must say the fresh handmade nachos were truly the star. I ve never had Mexican food that was as good as here!

★★★★★
December 22, 2023

This place is incredible. The depth of flavour in almost every dish will leave you speechless. Not really an eat-in place but if you order there, he s very quick in preparing your meal. I ve been there a few times and the chicken is usually sold out (that s how good it is). I recommend literally anything with the chorizo in it to start then working your way through the menu. You can anlso get a burrito with chorizo + one other meat and Let me tell you, that s the ticket right there. Enjoy!

★★★★★
December 22, 2023

It is so good. Everything is good at El Este.

★★★★★
Local Guide
December 22, 2023

Tacos were amazing!

★★★★★
December 22, 2023

Amazing food - friendly atmosphere!

★★★★★
December 22, 2023

What a great little establishment. Super friendly staff, and the food was wonderful. I cant wait to go back.

★★★★★
December 22, 2023

Delicious, way above average food at a great price in a fun and welcoming atmosphere. Kid-friendliness: Kids menu items are available

★★★★★
Local Guide
December 22, 2023

Really good Mexican food! You will struggle to find better Central American/Mexican food in Nova Scotia! And if you do please let me know so I can check it out!! Great service and the food comes out quickly which is great if you are popping in for takeout on the go!

★★★★★
December 22, 2023

Best Mexican restaurant in Halifax! Everything was delicious and service was really fast

★★★★★
Local Guide
December 22, 2023

The best Mexican food around!

★★★★★
Local Guide
December 22, 2023

Great spot if you re looking for authentic Mexican style food. Staff is super friendly, and they have the hott sauce. Tacos are A1 along with the nachos (homemade chips). Next time I will try the burrito!

★★★★★
Local Guide
December 22, 2023

Love this place !

★★★★★
December 22, 2023

AMAZING! Highly recommend. Food is incredible - highly recommend getting a burrito (I had the pollo en Verde). Outstanding service, great sauces too!! Cant wait to go back :)

★★★★★
Local Guide
December 22, 2023

Wonderful gem of Mexican food. The tacos are very good, the sauce is really spicy and the service is friendly and attentive

★★★★★
December 22, 2023

The barbacoa taco is really good. Parking: Was easy to find a spot Food : 5/5 |

★★★★★
December 22, 2023

Best braised beef taco you will ever eat.

★★★★★
December 22, 2023

THE BEST MEXICAN FOOD IN NS! This place is unreal it is fantastic and the owner is so kind! Truly a hidden gem in Nova Scotia if you re debating going DO IT. My bf and I tried it after checking out the instagram for a while and I wish we went sooner! So so so good

★★★★★
December 22, 2023

Best burrito in town! Must have!

★★★★★
December 22, 2023

Vegetarian options: Great veggie burrito! Food

★★★★★
December 22, 2023

One of the best Ive ever eaten, recommended to

★★★★★
December 22, 2023

Incredible flavours. Fantastic service. Very fast. Bright, fun, clean space. I felt like I was in Mexico :)

★★★★★
December 22, 2023

Best Mexican East of Montreal. Most authentic ingredients and style.

★★★★★
December 22, 2023

Authentic, amazing and tasty too! Great place to fulfill your taco needs!

Local Guide
December 22, 2022

Sorry this place is a bit of a joke. The veg burrito basically had some lettuce, rice and about 5 mushrooms slices for 12 dollars? Not even refried beans as adverised either. At least be respectful to customers. The shrimp tacos were basically 2 shrimps on each with a few pickled onions and some hot sauce! 10.50. There wasnt even any salsa inside these things! I wish I had pictures. All together cost us 45 bucks.

★★★★★
December 22, 2022

Just got the veg burrito and its out of this world. The flavour is amazing!!! Hidden gem of Dartmouth! No Joke here

★★★★★
December 22, 2022

Super friendly staff, very well prepared food. Everything was great, the Barbacoa Tacos were amazing!!! The spicy salsa was rich and flavorful.

★★★★★
December 22, 2022

Wow !!! I wanna say this was one of the best burritos Ive ever had and the dude working there was so friendly and great service

★★★
Local Guide
December 22, 2022

The quality of the pork was simply amazing, you could tell that it was slow-cooked for at least five hours! However, the salsa left much to be desired. The staff member (who might also be the owner himself) was quite helpful and engaging! The little store is wonderfully decorated as well. Be aware that the quantity of food is small and there is no eating area in-store. The food is also a tad bit expensive (for reference, 15x more expensive as you would find similar-quality tacos for in Mexico City). If you want to try out the special menu item of the day, I suggest going early as they are quite popular and get sold out in the morning itself!

★★★★★
December 22, 2022

First time eating here after friends highly recommended. Everything we ordered was excellent! Honestly one of the tasty burritos I have had - unique and so incredibly tasty. Service from owner was also fantastic. Thank you

★★★★★
Local Guide
December 22, 2022

Had the chorizo burrito today and it was delicious! Definitely recommend and will be going back.

★★★★
Local Guide
December 22, 2022

So fresh and tasty tacos. Price is very much affordable. Great experience.

★★★★
December 22, 2022

NOT so slowly working my way through the menu not a miss yet. Various Tacos, Chimichanga, and Steak Pepito. All very fresh, tasty with just enough heat and service is just overall excellent. I would have posted a pic but they didnt sit still long enough ;-)

★★★★
December 22, 2022

Changed my 1 star because I felt bad no one deserves a 1 start

★★★★★
Local Guide
December 22, 2022

Get yourself a chimichanga.

★★★★★
Local Guide
December 22, 2022

So tasty so fresh! Where I go when I want to treat myself. I always get the vegetarian

★★★★★
December 22, 2022

Best burrito in town

★★★★★
Local Guide
December 22, 2022

Bought an assortment of tacos as well as chimichangas and nachos. Everything was absolutely delicious! Very reasonably priced as well. Cant wait for my next visit!

★★★★★
Local Guide
December 22, 2022

[guy_fieri_chef_kiss.jpg] Absolutely delicious!

★★★★★
December 22, 2022

Great spot and quality food

★★★★★
December 22, 2022

I have only eaten here three times. BUt every time it was to write home about. I have only had the tcos so cannot speak to the burritos but the quality is high so guessing they are gret. Everything is very fresh! It may look like a hole in the wall in back of a service station - but you cannot go wrong. 5pm yesterday I was the only one there. It cannot stand! There should be line ups out the door. Its take out only - but fantastic.

★★★★★
December 22, 2022

Amazing, authentic and delicious! Great value and quality! Best in HRM

★★★★★
December 22, 2022

Food was fantastic. Had the special of the day, blew me away. So good, Ill be going back, probably weekly..

★★★★★
Local Guide
December 22, 2022

Went today for a chimi. Damn best meal I had in a long time. Great guy there as well. Everything is fresh and clean. To the owner of this place. You got a return customer bro! Hands down!!

★★★★★
December 22, 2022

This Texan adores El Este!!! Best food in NS, hands down

★★★★★
Local Guide
December 22, 2022

Such good food. Ingredients made in-house, with tons of flavour and depth. There s a large menu with many delicious sounding options. I went for the Baja Shrimp and I loved it. The guy was very nice and easy to talk to, and took a lot of pride in his work. Overall a pleasant atmosphere. Will be back for sure!

★★★★★
Local Guide
December 22, 2022

The real deal. This is the right choice, just go there.

★★★★★
December 22, 2022

Ex Chef-First time drop in tonight, had heard good things. Man o man. This guy is nailing it. These are so good I want to take him by the hand into a busier foot-traffic neighborhood and make him rich. Hes is such a nice guy and he can seriously cook. Very impressed. What an odd location for such a great product, lets get it into downtown Dartmouth-proper my man! Vegetarian options: There were veggie options, the only one I particularly noticed as thats not what I was looking for was mushrooms in adobo, which sounds amazing. Dietary restrictions: I am lactose intolerant. That wasnt an issue at all. Parking: Seemed to be ample parking.

★★★★★
December 22, 2022

Best tacos

★★★★★
December 22, 2022

Owner is friendly and makes delicious food. For the price you pay - the quality and portion sizes are well worth it! I will definitely be coming back.

★★★★★
Local Guide
December 22, 2022

Get the Chorizo Quesadilla, trust me. Its a work of art.

★★★★★
December 22, 2022

Unreal burrito

★★★★★
Local Guide
December 22, 2022

Great food. Authentic.