Diners, Drive-Ins and Dives - "Mex to the Max"

Reset

"Mex to the Max"

  (8 restaurants)    
Aired on: August 14, 2017 
Aired on: August 14, 2017 
Restaurant What to Get Show / Episode /
Recommended By
Yelp!
Rating
Yelp! rating descending order
Restaurant Notes
Andale Taqueria Y Mercado: View details, maps, videos, recommended foods
Andale Taqueria Y MercadoSee Andale Taqueria Y Mercado Video ($)
(721 ratings)

7700 Nicollet Ave S Map It!
Richfield, MN 55423
(612) 259-8868
andaletaqueriaymercado.co...
  • Al Pastor Tacos
    thinly sliced pork w/ "original" pastor marinade; looks good
  • Carnitas Tamales
    cornmeal (masa) mixed w/ shredded pork w/ red salsa; "that's probably one of the most fla--if not the most flavorful tamale I've ever had" -Guy Fieri; looks good
4.5 out of 5
721 ratings
opened in 2011; one stop shop, quick eat restaurant & Latino grocery store; "atmosphere is very authentic along w/ the taste of the food" (from its website); recommended by some of Guy's DDD crew who live in the area
Chichen Itza Restaurant: View details, maps, videos, recommended foods
Chichen Itza RestaurantSee Chichen Itza Restaurant Video ($$)
(1415 ratings)

3655 S Grand Ave Map It!
Los Angeles, CA 90007
(213) 741-1075
www.chichenitzarestaurant...
  • Longaniza Asada
    house made chorizo smoked over mesquite embers; served w/ sliced avocado, roasted tomato sauce, roasted onions & tortillas
  • Panuchos
    crispy fried corn tortilla split & filled w/ black bean puree topped w/ lettuce, shredded turkey, pickled red onions & a slice of avocado; looks good
4.5 out of 5
1415 ratings
opened in 2001; family owned & operated restaurant specializing in Yucatecan food, maintaining the authentic flavor of this original Southeast Mexican Cuisine
Lito's Take Out: View details, maps, videos, recommended foods
Lito's Take OutSee Lito's Take Out Video ($)
(317 ratings)

514 E Haley St Map It!
Santa Barbara, CA 93103
(805) 962-1559
  • Posole
    soup w/ cubed pork, seasonings and garnish; looks good
  • Carnitas Tacos
    tacos w/ chopped seasoned pork
4.0 out of 5
317 ratings
second-generation, family-owned authentic Mexican restaurant
Lone Star Taqueria: View details, maps, videos, recommended foods
Lone Star TaqueriaSee Lone Star Taqueria Video ($)
(1041 ratings)

2265 E Fort Union Blvd Map It!
Salt Lake City, UT 84121
(801) 944-2300
www.lonestartaqueria.com
  • Carne Adovada Tacos
    soft-shelled tacos of sliced pork shoulder marinated overnight, braised, chopped & skillet seared topped w/ onion, cilantro & lime juice; looks good
  • Shrimp Burrito
    w/ rice, beans, cheese, sauteed shrimp in pepper-based sauce, cilantro, onions, tomatoes, sour cream & lime juice; looks good
4.0 out of 5
1041 ratings
est. 1995; have run-down car & boots as art pieces; outdoor seating available
Los Taquitos: View details, maps, videos, recommended foods
Los Taquitos ($)
(1081 ratings)

4747 E Elliot Rd Map It!
Phoenix, AZ 85044
(480) 753-4370
www.ltgrill.com
  • Carnitas Taco
    "up there with some of the best (tacos) I've ever had"-Guy Fieri; looks good
  • Chicken Burrito
  • Green Chili Pork
    California pepper, poblano pepper, jalapenos, tomatillos, & cilantro blended & cooked w/ pork for 30 minutes; can be served in a burrito, taco, enchilada, or bowl
4.0 out of 5
1081 ratings
started as selling tacos from a food truck; Other Recipes: Camarones a La Diabla
California Tacos & More: View details, maps, videos, recommended foods
California Tacos & MoreSee California Tacos & More Video ($)
(341 ratings)

3235 California St Map It!
Omaha, NE 68131
(402) 342-0212
www.californiatacosandmor...
  • California Taco
    "puffy" shell taco; "killer!"
  • Chimichangas
    deep-fried burrito
  • Enchaladas
    w/ chicken
3.5 out of 5
341 ratings
grandson took over family-owned pharmacy and made it to a taco joint; Other Recipes: Guacamole
Taco Bus: View details, maps, videos, recommended foods
Taco BusSee Taco Bus Video ($)
(956 ratings)

913 E Hillsborough Ave Map It!
Tampa, FL 33604
(813) 234-0294
taco-bus.com
  • Butternut Squash Tostada
  • Chilorio Torta
    Mexican sandwich w/ pulled pork & Ancho pepper sauce lined w/ refried beans on homemade bread; "one of the best tortas I've ever had"-Guy Fieri; looks good
3.5 out of 5
956 ratings
opened in 1991; tacos served by a 35-foot school bus-turned-food truck; open 24/7; check website for location
Espinos Mexican Bar & Grill: View details, maps, videos, recommended foods
Espinos Mexican Bar & GrillSee Espinos Mexican Bar & Grill Video ($$)
(362 ratings)

17409 Chesterfield Airport Rd Map It!
Chesterfield, MO 63005
(636) 519-0044
espinosmexicanbargrill.co...
  • Puerco con Chile Verde
    marinated pork, braised & slowly cooked until tender in a fresh salsa verde consisting of tomatillos, green chiles & onions; served w/ fresh ensalada; looks good
3.0 out of 5
362 ratings

"Mex to the Max"

  (8 restaurants)    
Aired on: August 14, 2017 
Aired on: August 14, 2017