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Backyard Taco - Mesa North
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Mexican eatery serving mesquite-grilled meats, street-style tacos & more in modern surroundings.
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Pizza Mart
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Starbucks
356 N Stapley Dr, Mesa, AZ 85203
Panda Express
1950 E University Dr #106, Mesa, AZ 85203
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Backyard Taco - Mesa North

1524 E University Dr, Mesa, AZ 85203
4.5(1.9K)
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Mexican eatery serving mesquite-grilled meats, street-style tacos & more in modern surroundings.

attractions: , restaurants: Guadalupe On Main, Jack in the Box, MV Snacks and Sushi, Garcia's Mexican Restaurant, Pho Leo, Filiberto's Mexican Food, Heaven On A Spoon, Pizza Mart, Starbucks, Panda Express
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Phone
(480) 464-8226
Website
backyardtaco.com

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Featured dishes

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Family Pack - Carne Asada
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Family Pack - Pork/Al Pastor
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Steak Taco
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Chicken Taco
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Birria Taco
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Steak Burrito
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Al Pastor Burrito
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Steak Quesadilla
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Chicken Quesadilla
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Al Pastor Quesadilla
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Al Pastor Gordita
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Birria Gordita
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Birria Tostada
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Mexican Rice
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Mexican Soda
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Bottled Water

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Nearby restaurants of Backyard Taco - Mesa North

Guadalupe On Main

Jack in the Box

MV Snacks and Sushi

Garcia's Mexican Restaurant

Pho Leo

Filiberto's Mexican Food

Heaven On A Spoon

Pizza Mart

Starbucks

Panda Express

Guadalupe On Main

Guadalupe On Main

4.8

(353)

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Jack in the Box

Jack in the Box

3.6

(700)

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MV Snacks and Sushi

MV Snacks and Sushi

4.0

(268)

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Garcia's Mexican Restaurant

Garcia's Mexican Restaurant

4.3

(1.6K)

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Dereck Chinn (MBN Media)Dereck Chinn (MBN Media)
I recently had the pleasure of visiting Backyard Taco, and I can confidently say that it was one of the best dining experiences I've had in a long time! From the moment I walked in, I was greeted with a warm and welcoming atmosphere. The staff were incredibly friendly and attentive, ensuring that every aspect of my visit was perfect. I decided to order the Al Pastor tacos, and they were absolutely phenomenal. The tacos were filled with tender, flavorful pork that had been marinated to perfection. The combination of spices was just right, giving each bite a delightful burst of flavor. The addition of fresh pineapple added a sweet, tangy contrast that perfectly complemented the savory pork. Every ingredient was clearly fresh and of high quality, making for a truly delicious meal. The tortillas were soft and warm, clearly homemade and the perfect vessel for the delicious filling. I appreciated the generous portion size, which left me feeling satisfied without being overly full. The side of lime and the salsa bar allowed me to customize each taco to my liking, adding an extra layer of flavor and freshness. Beyond the food, the ambiance of Backyard Taco is fantastic. The outdoor seating area is charming and comfortable, providing a relaxed environment to enjoy a meal with friends or family. The decor is vibrant and fun, reflecting the lively and authentic spirit of the restaurant. In addition to the amazing tacos, the service was impeccable. The staff went above and beyond to ensure that my dining experience was enjoyable, and their passion for great food and customer satisfaction was evident in every interaction. Overall, Backyard Taco exceeded all of my expectations. The Al Pastor tacos were some of the best I've ever had, and the welcoming atmosphere and excellent service made for an unforgettable visit. I highly recommend Backyard Taco to anyone looking for a top-notch Mexican dining experience. I can't wait to return and try more of their delicious offerings!
Doug MitchellDoug Mitchell
Edit as of 6/30/17: There are no longer flies, they seem to have taken care of the issue. The food is still fantastic, quality seems to be as good or better. They added a fourth type of taco which is worth trying, Al Pastor. But as much as I love this place, unfortunately they are no longer on my recommended list. Not only have they hiked their prices significantly twice now, the tacos themselves are smaller as they now cram 6 on a plate every time where one would get 3 before. They also combine different types on the same tray now, where they previously served them separately. If they weren't $2.25 per taco it wouldn't be as frustrating but as it stands now this place is just too expensive for a decent sized meal. Which is sad because I used to love this place, it used to be a bargain. Now 6 smaller tacos crammed on one plate costs me ~$15, wayy too much Great food at a great price. The Carne Asada is phenomenal, they grill everything to perfection. Amazing salsa bar, one of the best I've seen around. My only reasoning for 4/5 stars is because I have been bothered by flies while eating here.
Carmen MaganaCarmen Magana
The pastor tacos were pretty good I would recommend them if you are going to try this place for the first time. I wasn't a fan of the carne asada it was over cooked and dry. They had chicken grilling on a big grill that smelled delicious. I wish I would have tried it instead. They have a well stocked salsa bar and outdoor seating. It's a nice environment for hanging out with friend or family for a quick bite. The Jamaica wasn't very good and when I asked if they could switch it out for something else they told me I would have to pay for a refill even though I didn't drink it. The service to begin with wasn't good then that happened. I was kinda surprised at the serviceI really enjoyed the el pastor tacos but don't think I would go back because of the he service. I almost forgot about the beans! They were tasty just like homemade. Kinda expensive, OK good and bad service. On second thought I won't be going back.
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I recently had the pleasure of visiting Backyard Taco, and I can confidently say that it was one of the best dining experiences I've had in a long time! From the moment I walked in, I was greeted with a warm and welcoming atmosphere. The staff were incredibly friendly and attentive, ensuring that every aspect of my visit was perfect. I decided to order the Al Pastor tacos, and they were absolutely phenomenal. The tacos were filled with tender, flavorful pork that had been marinated to perfection. The combination of spices was just right, giving each bite a delightful burst of flavor. The addition of fresh pineapple added a sweet, tangy contrast that perfectly complemented the savory pork. Every ingredient was clearly fresh and of high quality, making for a truly delicious meal. The tortillas were soft and warm, clearly homemade and the perfect vessel for the delicious filling. I appreciated the generous portion size, which left me feeling satisfied without being overly full. The side of lime and the salsa bar allowed me to customize each taco to my liking, adding an extra layer of flavor and freshness. Beyond the food, the ambiance of Backyard Taco is fantastic. The outdoor seating area is charming and comfortable, providing a relaxed environment to enjoy a meal with friends or family. The decor is vibrant and fun, reflecting the lively and authentic spirit of the restaurant. In addition to the amazing tacos, the service was impeccable. The staff went above and beyond to ensure that my dining experience was enjoyable, and their passion for great food and customer satisfaction was evident in every interaction. Overall, Backyard Taco exceeded all of my expectations. The Al Pastor tacos were some of the best I've ever had, and the welcoming atmosphere and excellent service made for an unforgettable visit. I highly recommend Backyard Taco to anyone looking for a top-notch Mexican dining experience. I can't wait to return and try more of their delicious offerings!
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Edit as of 6/30/17: There are no longer flies, they seem to have taken care of the issue. The food is still fantastic, quality seems to be as good or better. They added a fourth type of taco which is worth trying, Al Pastor. But as much as I love this place, unfortunately they are no longer on my recommended list. Not only have they hiked their prices significantly twice now, the tacos themselves are smaller as they now cram 6 on a plate every time where one would get 3 before. They also combine different types on the same tray now, where they previously served them separately. If they weren't $2.25 per taco it wouldn't be as frustrating but as it stands now this place is just too expensive for a decent sized meal. Which is sad because I used to love this place, it used to be a bargain. Now 6 smaller tacos crammed on one plate costs me ~$15, wayy too much Great food at a great price. The Carne Asada is phenomenal, they grill everything to perfection. Amazing salsa bar, one of the best I've seen around. My only reasoning for 4/5 stars is because I have been bothered by flies while eating here.
Doug Mitchell

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The pastor tacos were pretty good I would recommend them if you are going to try this place for the first time. I wasn't a fan of the carne asada it was over cooked and dry. They had chicken grilling on a big grill that smelled delicious. I wish I would have tried it instead. They have a well stocked salsa bar and outdoor seating. It's a nice environment for hanging out with friend or family for a quick bite. The Jamaica wasn't very good and when I asked if they could switch it out for something else they told me I would have to pay for a refill even though I didn't drink it. The service to begin with wasn't good then that happened. I was kinda surprised at the serviceI really enjoyed the el pastor tacos but don't think I would go back because of the he service. I almost forgot about the beans! They were tasty just like homemade. Kinda expensive, OK good and bad service. On second thought I won't be going back.
Carmen Magana

Carmen Magana

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4.5
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5.0
1y

I recently had the pleasure of visiting Backyard Taco, and I can confidently say that it was one of the best dining experiences I've had in a long time! From the moment I walked in, I was greeted with a warm and welcoming atmosphere. The staff were incredibly friendly and attentive, ensuring that every aspect of my visit was perfect.

I decided to order the Al Pastor tacos, and they were absolutely phenomenal. The tacos were filled with tender, flavorful pork that had been marinated to perfection. The combination of spices was just right, giving each bite a delightful burst of flavor. The addition of fresh pineapple added a sweet, tangy contrast that perfectly complemented the savory pork. Every ingredient was clearly fresh and of high quality, making for a truly delicious meal.

The tortillas were soft and warm, clearly homemade and the perfect vessel for the delicious filling. I appreciated the generous portion size, which left me feeling satisfied without being overly full. The side of lime and the salsa bar allowed me to customize each taco to my liking, adding an extra layer of flavor and freshness.

Beyond the food, the ambiance of Backyard Taco is fantastic. The outdoor seating area is charming and comfortable, providing a relaxed environment to enjoy a meal with friends or family. The decor is vibrant and fun, reflecting the lively and authentic spirit of the restaurant.

In addition to the amazing tacos, the service was impeccable. The staff went above and beyond to ensure that my dining experience was enjoyable, and their passion for great food and customer satisfaction was evident in every interaction.

Overall, Backyard Taco exceeded all of my expectations. The Al Pastor tacos were some of the best I've ever had, and the welcoming atmosphere and excellent service made for an unforgettable visit. I highly recommend Backyard Taco to anyone looking for a top-notch Mexican dining experience. I can't wait to return and try more of their...

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3.0
6y

The Backyard Taco was recommended to us for an event we were catering to for 38 people. I placed the order the night before but didn’t pay but the lady on the other line didn’t explain to me the order would just be canceled. That message came at 10pm when a lady called me to tell me that my order would be cancelled because she said she was going to delete it if I didn’t pay. I asked her if she could please keep it and I would call in with the corporate credit card. In the morning I called to make sure I had that order so when corporate called they would be able to pay, and the order was placed which was a relief. So I am now at the restaurant picking up the food at 11am and the ladies in the back acted like I didn’t exist, I had been trying to ask them a few questions but my food was rolled out to me. Their was a lot of food but they didn’t set me up with boxes or bags and it was 12 catering pans and a side of beans and 2 large bags of chips. So I asked if I could have a bag or something to help me transport, the young girl asked me if I wanted a black trash bag? I was nice and said I thought you’d supply something so I just let her follow me to my car, and as we are loading it up she is giving me an attitude. I told her that I was not upset with her but seriously if you offer catering food then your set up for boxes or bags of some sort, and they don’t deliver so I chose to pick it up. I think the food was a success and super yummy. But they didn’t include the bean at all but only juice, so there were no beans for the vegans as a protein to eat. Not again, I will get a Company to cater that really caters. That’s really why I was upset mainly at myself because I order catered food a lot and this was super stressful. They have amazing food but I will go to another...

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2.0
3y

I loved to eat at this place but on July 21st I used the mobile app to place an order. It was about 10 at night. The app give me an error saying that my order couldn't be processed so I figured that because it was so late at night and they closed in an hour that they weren't taking online orders. We literally lived across the street so my daughter walked over there, ordered our food and brought it home. For some reason when she ordered it in person it came out to be $2 more than what was on the mobile app which was fine. And then 3 days later I checked my bank account and that night that I placed the mobile order it charged me $19.61 three times plus the $21.58 order that my daughter placed in person. So it charged me almost $60 for food that I tried to order online Plus the food that I actually paid for. I checked the mobile app and it gives you your order history and it's not have an order from that night so I know my order didn't go through. I went in the next day and talked to a manager named Daniella and she asked for a copy of my bank statement showing that I got charged three times, she also checked the tablet and said that that night they didn't get an online order with my name or my order and I explained to her that it didn't let me place it cuz It kept telling me that there was an error. She told me that she was going to talk to somebody about my order and I have yet to hear back. I have since moved out of state and I call every single day to try and talk to somebody about this and they never answer the phone. $60 is a lot of money. Backyard Taco is good but it cost me $80 that night, it's not...

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