Welcome to Taco Norteno
Taco Norteno stands out as a vibrant counter-serve Mexican eatery in Clermont. This no-frills spot serves up a delightful array of tacos and tortas alongside a lively salsa bar and a variety of beers. The location buzzes with energy and welcomes everyone, from solo diners to families. With quick service and a casual ambiance, Taco Norteno captures the true essence of comfort food, providing delicious options for lunch and dinner. Whether you're craving a spicy taco or a refreshing cocktail, this local gem delivers authentic flavors that promise to satisfy. With prices ranging from $10 to $20, it’s budget-friendly, appealing to anyone looking for quality Mexican fare.
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About
Taco Norteno is located at 1203 W Hwy 50 in Clermont, Florida, a spot that’s easily accessible and famous for its low-key vibe. The atmosphere is casual, making it a family-friendly destination where everyone feels welcome. The restaurant boasts a spacious, wheelchair-accessible layout, featuring everything from a relaxed seating area to a conveniently located restroom. You can enjoy a fantastic meal indoors or take a quick bite outside with your dog, as pets are allowed in the designated areas.
This taco haven is especially popular during lunch and dinner rushes, attracting locals and visitors alike who crave authentic Mexican cuisine. With a crowded lunchtime scene often peaking at around 1 PM on Sundays, the weekends can be bustling. However, if you prefer quieter moments, weekdays before noon are ideal. Taco Norteno is open every day, allowing easy access whenever the craving strikes.
Moreover, the restaurant is an ode to Latino culture, which reflects in its bilingual staff and authenticity in flavor. Fast service, great drinks, and a lively salsa bar make it a go-to spot for casual dining. It embodies the spirit of community, bringing flavors of Mexico to Florida while ensuring every customer feels right at home.
Working Hours
- SundayOpen
- MondayOpen
- TuesdayOpen
- WednesdayOpen
- ThursdayOpen
- FridayOpen
- SaturdayOpen
What People Say
Most Liked
Customers rave about Taco Norteno's delicious tacos, especially the carne asada, barbacoa, and al pastor, offering explosive flavors and generous portions.
The salsa bar is a crowd-pleaser; it’s fun to customize your tacos with zesty options, including their renowned ranchero salsa, which adds the perfect kick. Happy hour steals the show from 4 PM to 8 PM with $4 margaritas that impress many, proving that Taco Norteno doesn’t skimp on quality alcohol.
The fast service is notable, making it a popular choice for quick lunches and takeout. Many diners appreciate the family-friendly environment and the bilingual staff, ready to enhance everyone's experience. With affordable prices and the option for dog-friendly outdoor seating, Taco Norteno certainly hits a home run in the local food scene.
Most Disliked
While Taco Norteno is a beloved spot, some diners mention the limited topping selection at the salsa bar, feeling it could benefit from additional varieties. Despite this, most agree that they still have what’s essential for a great taco experience.
A few patrons express that the dining area can get crowded, especially during peak times, leading to longer wait times for seating and service. The casual atmosphere may not appeal to those seeking a more upscale dining experience. Occasionally, newer staff members may lack the pace of seasoned employees, causing slight delays. However, these minor drawbacks rarely detract from the overall enjoyable experience.
Reviews
Dominique P.
This place was amazing! Delicious food, great drinks, and even better service. Lorena was our server and she was the sweetest! 🩷🫶 This will definitely be a new rotation to our date night ritual. P.S. I would die for Lorena! She’s the cutest and deff made our experience even better!
Jason G.
Salsa, queso, and hot sauces on point! I loved it. Super fun to pick your taco meats (I got carne asada, barbacoa, and al pastor) and top them yourselves! Topping selection isn't massive, but it's got everything you need! My god the salsas are awesome, hey all have a great kick of spice as well, loved the ranchero salsa on everything! The green hot sauce was wildly spicy but super flavorful, had my nose dripping and eyes sweating for sure, but it was delicious! Best tacos I've had in Clermont yet. Al pastor and barbacoa were amazing. Definitely will go back!
Gordon O.
On vacation from Canada we stubbled upon this amazing “hole in wall” Mexican restaurant. 5 outta 5 all the way.
Isabella A.
The best hole in the wall taco spot!!! I got the quesa callejeros and the Paloma and they were both amazing. If you want food or drinks they have it all 10/10 recommend!!
Steve C.
Taco Norteno is hands down the best taco place in central Florida. The food is so authentic. The atmosphere is very real and the servers are all bilingual. They are very quick to answer questions from those of us who don’t speak Spanish. That’s kind of important for a food service to be able to share their culture with us here. I love that they are receptive to all of their customers. I happened to stop by at happy hour (Monday thru Friday 4-8 pm) and they had $4 margaritas and they were amazing! They do not cheap out on the alcohol like most places do. Pictured are beef nachos which were so delicious when they were fresh but, believe it or not, were even better as the bottom layers of fresh made tortillas soaked up the cheeses and juices from the toppings. I’m not one to eat “soggy” foods so the fact that I liked these this way was a pleasant surprise. The tortillas remained somewhat firm but took on a consistency like an enchilada. So good. All the taco flavors, steak, chicken, and pork were all equally delicious. We ordered the street taco platter which is six tacos, 2, 2, and 2 of each flavor. All six for $13.99. Great price. You can add your own toppings at their vast salsa bar along with the sautéed onions they provide on the side. Overall, Taco Norteno is a fantastic place to eat real authentic Mexican food. It is now a regular for us. You must go! Update: The little desserts are coming 6/10/24 are the tres leches and the flan. They brought us a sample of these upcoming desserts when we were here on Friday 6/7/24. These little samples were absolutely incredible. We will be back just for dessert.
A C.
Food is so good . The service is absolutely wonderful. Love the tacos and burritos! ♥️. I haven't eaten good 🌮 tacos in such a long time ! Atmosphere is super family friendly and fun . Love hearing the music . I love that it is a open kitchen , that means that they aren't trying to hide anything from us and that they are clean . Maribel Was such a love .
Maria M.
Excellent mexican restaurant Food is very fresh, and tasty!