taqueria mercado

loved it!!. so far there is only one other restaurant in the city that can give them a run for there money and let's just be glad that both of these places are no where near each other or me lol because i would be broke and fat lol. veggie tamale is delicious, it's very moist and very flavorful. steak fajitas is too good for words, seasoned well and so tender. beans and rice are suppose to compliment the meal and there's does just that, with also being seasoned well. it's so refreshing to eat food where the cook isn't afraid to use seasoning and or marinate the meats to get agreatflavor! loved it!

great food. i agree with many other reviewers - this is much closer to authentic mexican than most other mexican restaurants. we frequent for lunch.greatprices,greatfood. also be sure to visit the mexican bakery in the same strip.

best food for the dinero. as someone from la i can tell you this is as close to real deal mexican food as you're going to find in a 10 mile radius--and you get a ton of food for your money. i've been going for years--since it jumped in after the gyro joint closed shop. is it perfectly consistent? no--if you want that, go to applebees. what, they don't throw free chips at you? sorry. pay the buck, then get a fajita dinner for $10 and split it with someone. you'll come out way ahead, trust me.
ceviche made fresh every day. tacos with meat, onions, and cilantro on 2 corn tortillas--just like in ensenada. killer torta's, on fresh rolls made next door at the panaderia. hungry? grab a burrito, and see if you can finish it. i'm telling you, this place is awesome. a little funky, lot's of mexicans in the joint, andgreatfood. if it's your thing, you'll be back often. if not, you're probably out of your comfort zone & used to midwest mexican, and that's cool too. less wait time for me.

great mexican in the northern suburbs. having spent 15 years in chicago i have been spoiled togreatethnic food. i love mexican food and have been so disappointed since i moved to cincinnai two years ago at the lack of authentic good mexican, at least in the northern suburbs. my first two experiences were with el barzon and el rancho grande. over-salted, over-seasoned and all drenched in some type of melted white cheez whiz aka creepy cheese sauce which locals i was with seemed to adore. yuck! where is the skirt steak? where is the melted chihuahua cheese? where are the chilis?

just when i had about given up it was recommended i try taqueria mercado. when i walked in i saw what, to me, is always a good indicator of authentic mexican... the clientele. there were more hispanic people than not so i'm thinking this is a good sign. it's not overly fancy which is fine with me. i'm there for the food. the salsa was fresh tasting and seasoned with chipotle chilis, something i have not gotten around here. the carne asada in my entree was thick, juicy, seasoned well and not overcooked. prices were reasonable. i've found a keeper.

love it. the most authentic you can get around here. you know it's agreatplace when all the locals eat there. tacos are simple and delicious. steak onions and cilantro with a hot sauce on the side. yes it is hot sauce so be careful.

great valuegreatprice. i moved to this area a month ago and was looking for new places to eat in fairfield, and i was so lucky to find this place. the food is amazing! i've eaten there 4 times since. they have lunch specials for $5.50 and a variety of traditional foods all very reasonably priced. my favorite thing to do is to get 2-3 of their smaller items (tacos, quesadilla, etc) priced around $2.25 and slather on the delicious hot sauce. yum!

the best mex!. i love this place. workers cashing there paychecks and formica tables. inexpensive, friendly,greatfood, pretty good drinks. kids love the sodas jarritos?sp? all tacos are great, all the food is great. i just found out they serve breakfast!! huevos rancheros (hopefully with some gallos pintos) here i come!

real mexican food andgreatburritos!. we were looking for agreatplace for real burritos (the ones that don't look like an enchilada made with flour tortillas) and we found them here. the place is a bit simple in atmosphere, but don't let it stop you. the food is authentic and delicious. the burritos are large and definitely not for the faint of heart! the carnitas (pork) are a bit greasy, but juicy and flavorful. definitely a favorite of ours!