EL BURRITO LOCO — Restaurant in Shepherdsville

I picked this place out by chance because it was nearby and had really good reviews, and not a single one of those five star reviews prepared me for how amazing this meal was.

They were running a special for 3 pork tamales for $5, and these things are without a doubt one of the best things I've ever put in my mouth. Fairly spicy, but for a spice rat like myself it was absolutely perfect. They came out as fresh as humanly possible, and my bag was STEAMING in the passenger seat of my car as I was driving off with it.

The al pastor sandwich I got as the main entrée swung way above its weight class too. Soft bread, with a firm chewy crust that managed to keep all those beautiful and flavorful juices contained as I made an absolute mess of the rest of me because I could not stop eating it.

If you're anywhere in the area and are on the fence about going to this little place run by passionate people, let this review be your sign to take a chance. I promise it'll be...

The location is a bit inconvenient to get to—it’s tucked away in a warehouse area, and the only exit takes you east back onto the main road, even though I-65 is west. So, you’ll need to turn around at the nearby Loves truck stop. Not a big deal, though.

The food? Absolutely worth it. This is the spot for authentic Mexican cuisine. Everything is delicious, the employees are friendly, and the prices are reasonable. The atmosphere is pretty simple, and you can tell there used to be a salad bar or something similar before COVID put an end to it. But let’s be honest—you’re not here for the ambiance. You’re here for great food at a great price. Eat...

As a Pescetarian, I have to say no to this place. Typically, I can do vegetarian when there aren't good fish options, but this place could only offer a glorified salad in a bowl or in a burrito. There was no sauté vegetables, just diced cold options and beans. There is no seasoning and very little flavor.

Foe me, Qdoba is a MUCH better option, and they offer queso there too. Or Moe's, or Subway, or just about anywhere else.

My party about 10 had mixed feelings, one said it was a "little slice of Heaven" so to each their own. I won't...