The Flying Taco Mexican Grill — Restaurant in Towanda

The food was just disgusting. I ordered take out. Ordered the tacos, can’t remember the entire name of them…something about “the other guys tacos”. Well, the other guys are better and cheaper…which is pretty sad considering the Flying Taco is supposed to be more authentic. I got the tacos with corn tortillas. The tortillas were so wet they ripped like paper. The beef was definitely NOT seasoned. I ate some without the toppings, it was plain hamburger on a wet and ripped tortilla with brown lettuce…also they were pieces of the core…large and hard, then about 2 tsp of crema dribbled on top. No cheese. At. All. I didn’t want the pico, so that they got correct. But the tacos had zero flavor. Also, no salsa…it wasn’t offered nor was taco sauce, so I thought it would be in the bag with the food. I also ordered the guacamole and chips. The description didn’t say anything about radishes being in or on top of the guac. If it had I wouldn’t have ordered or I would have asked for it w/out the radishes, as I cannot eat them. I definitely won’t go back. Ever. I’ve never left a review for a restaurant, but this was such a waste of my money that I just had to say something. I’ll stick with The Angry Burrito Co. thank...

The atmosphere is fantastic. Great appeal to the eyes and walking in the food smelled so good.

For late afternoon they weren't busy and there wasn't a wait.

Service was interesting. The waitstaff was friendly enough, but in our time at the table (30 mins) we were helped by 4 people. Our initial waitress obviously hit the end of her shift and left. No introduction to the new waitress, which was the 4th person to help us. It was just odd.

Visually our food looked appealing, sadly the presentation was better than the taste.

The nachos were decent (we had 1 steak nacho and 1 smoked brisket). Missing jalapeños, but that's ok. I don't think we really had Pico de gallo on them either, as it was just diced tomatoes. Fat man in a little coat was all around disappointing and a letdown; visually and by taste. Really the amount of food for the cost just missed the mark. The kids taco was served with onions and tomatoes, which neither are listed in the menu, nor does my child like them. The side of rice and refried beans (not pictured) weren't worth their cost either. Both were lacking taste.

Over all super...

It's a great outdoor summer hang out. The hours they keep are limited (establishment closes at 9pm), but it works well. Drink specials vary. The menu is fresh, and you are able to see your food prepared; the kitchen is in full view 3/4 of the downstairs dining area. They have several live music nights, a rarity in the area anymore. No smoking in the premises. Upstairs has an outdoor deck, and an inside eating and game area. A classic LONG hand-thrown shuffle board adorns the back wall. Prices are reasonable and within range of post - pandemic pricing. Parking is a breeze, it's right next to a parking garage, whubmch I believe is FREE. It's SICK how friendly the wait staff are. And equally knowledgeable. Friendly but never invasive or TOO familiar (IYKYK). Our 40th high school reunion (TOWANDA, PA) was held in the open air area, outside in the lower level. Highly recommend the entire experience for small reunions, wedding parties, business meetings ... Or just a relaxing night out - ask for Ann, the...