Taco Queto — Restaurant in Quintana Roo

If you're in search of truly authentic regional cuisine, El Tacoqueto is an absolute must-visit. As one of Tulum's oldest MX owned restaurants, boasting over 20+ years of history on this street in Tulum, it's where the locals go for a taste of tradition. Don't expect a menu or English-speaking staff, or even published prices. This is a place where authenticity reigns supreme, serving up delicious dishes crafted from locally-sourced ingredients.

Upon stepping inside, you'll be warmly greeted and guided to your table, where you'll be treated to fresh salsa and handmade tortillas to accompany your meal. For drinks, choose between 1-liter bottles of Coke or freshly-made Aguas Frescas. Then, venture to the back to peruse the day's offerings, typically featuring 4 to 5 dishes ranging from classic Mole to various stewed meats with rice and beans, alongside a homemade chicken soup.

Don't worry if you're not fluent in Spanish; simply point out your preferences, and the friendly staff will gladly serve up your selections. And when you've savored every last bite, simply request the check – all for less than $5 USD, a steal considering the quality and flavor bursting from every dish.

El Tacoqueto won't just fill your belly; it'll tantalize your taste buds with recipes passed down through generations, crafted with love and care. It's a haven for those who appreciate locally-owned gems and are eager to explore the culinary wonders of the region.

P.S. Trust us on this – their chicken soup is hands down the best I've tasted in my 50 years!

While other reviewers have raised concerns about the so-called 'Gringo Tax' = reported instances of being overcharged, we did not encounter such issues during our visit. I was dining with a longtime, many decades visitor of Tulum and patron of the establishment—a woman with blonde hair and blue eyes, who had proficient Spanish-speaking skills, while I have brown hair, brown eyes, and dark skin, with only enough Spanish to order a meal. I found that my soup and one-liter bottle cost less than $5 USD. It's worth noting that some individuals have expressed dissatisfaction with paying $10.75 USD for a full plate of food and a drink. Comparatively, expat-owned restaurants in the vicinity of Tulum charge around $18 for an entrée and $5-10 USD for a beverage. However, this local establishment lacks the trendy BOHO decor and live edge native hardwoods. Despite any perceived differences, we thoroughly enjoyed our experience at the restaurant, appreciating both the hospitality of the staff and the quality of...

First of all: The tacos were very good! We liked the food a lot.

However, some things were weird and it seemed that they just chose their prices for tourists very randomly. If they calculated correctly, this was the most expensive bottle of water we had in Mexico.

There was no menue, which was fine for itself and we had ordered four tacos each, a tamarindo and two bottles of water.

When we paid, first the waiter told us it was 240 pesos, then he asked if it was one or two waters. We said that we had two, so he asked for 300 pesos and went to his colleague. After a while he came back and apologized that he didn‘t know the price of water and asked for 360 pesos.

Anyways, food was good, pricing was unclear and it seemed that we paid more than usual. That is why we won‘t go there again. Just go if you speak good Spanish to discuss with them. We rather pay a bit more but have clearly calculated invoice. A pity, could...

I am absolutely shocked that anyone could complain about price here. show me any place in tulum that serves fresh homemade food for this price. hands down one of my favorite local restaurants. is it the fanciest? no. is it the cleanest? no. is it the most integral? no. will they switch up the price on you? it’s possible. but are you gonna have AN AMAZING DANG MEAL? yes. yes you are. I recommend the pollo en adobo or pollo empanizada. good freaking food. I can’t tell you how many times i’ve been here and I have never been disappointed with my meal. if you’re not into the atmosphere take that shiiit togo but i’m telling you man this shiiit is...