The best Mexican cuisine, with the authentic flavor of Mexico in every bite! Fresh, handmade tortillas, vibrant flavors, and authentic Mexican dishes are waiting for you.
Overall, reviews highlight L'Estancia for authentic Mexican flavors, generous portions, and a lively welcoming atmosphere. The all you can eat tacos promotion on Tuesdays and Wednesdays is a standout draw, while the drinks, especially margaritas, are frequently praised as highlights. Service is described as friendly and attentive, with good recommendations, though busy times can slow things down. Tacos, burritos, and birria tacos receive strong praise, with occasional notes about tortillas being a bit dry or some dishes missing balance. The overall impression is a fun, satisfying experience that many intend to return for.
I ate there this week. First impressions when walking in was the smell in there. It was not good, but I had decided to eat there & looking at the positive reviews on here I went ahead. I was surprised that they have a table service since I was more expecting ordering at the counter, & maybe it was because this place used to be a Subway. I got the seat I asked for since it was not busy. Service was not attentive, but at the same time nothing I can complain about. I ordered the chicken burrito. It didn't take too long to be served, but what a disappointment. It was basically a rice filled tortilla with few small pieces of chicken & some cheese. They definitely try to make it look nice with some freshly fried tortilla chips, guacamole & pico de gallo which was served on the plate. Lathered in sour cream & some mayo sauce didn't help. The best part of the plate was the guacamole.
Table was not cleared when I finished eating & asked to pay. I could also see that when the waiter cleared the tables around me after other customers that he didn't clean it with any product, just replaced the cutlery with clean glasses & pushed whatever was left on the table on to the floor with his fingers.
I'm happy to see a restaurant in my neighbourhood being replaced by a chain like Subway which I don't want in my area, but I will never go to this place again.
Viande trop cuite & pas assez d'ananas dans le tacos al pastor & pas assez de coriandre. Plus le fait que j'ai pris 4 tacos comme sur le menu & ils en ont mis seulement 3 & m'ont dit que c'était le menu qui arrivait bientôt? lol Come on! Une des sauces rouge était très salé, immangeable. Le porc effiloché est vraiment meilleur avec le tacos al pastor que ce porc sec & froid. Never again! & les tortillas presque cru pas assez cuit.
Mar 4, 2026
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Très bon endroit où manger des tacos! La viande, les tortillas & les sauces (salsa roja, salsa verde, salsa de mole) sont excellentes. La promotion'tacos à volonté' les mardis & les mercredis en vaut vraiment la peine!
Enchiladas with super sour green sauce, probably from a can, & red sauce, not bad, 6/10. Tacos al pastor, not much meat for the price, & the menu says 4 but I got 3, but the flavor was pretty good, 10/10. Quesadilla 8/10, the tortilla was too brown & not fresh. Huarache was really good, generous, & tasty 10/10, & their Mexican bread was awesome, just like at home. The downside is that, like in Mexico, they use a lot of vegetable oil or margarine. I'll be back for sure, hope will be better next time
Pedí 4 tacos las tortillas pequenas pero bien servidas.
1 pastor rico pero llegó sin Pina
1 bistec rico pero la carne estaba dura
2 de bistec con chorizo, lo mismo la carne del bistec dura…
Personally, I really liked it. The guacamole is fresh, & the chips are equally fresh. The birria tacos I ordered were delicious. What I liked most was that the meat inside the taco wasn't too wet, which kept the tortilla from falling apart. On the side, there's the broth, which I thought was delicious. My partner didn't like the Dorados tacos because they didn't explain to him that they came with a lot of salad on top & that they also came in a kind of roll. That's why I gave it a 4-star rating, but the flavor was fine. The agua de Jamaica was delicious, & they told me they also make it daily, which makes it even better.
Starters & desserts were great! The chicken in both tacos & burrito was too bland (no flavor). Had to put a lot of sauce to make it edible. The tortilla itself was pretty good!
Loved the drinks as well. Service was amazing & polite :)
Jul 6, 2025
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Nous sommes ravis d'avoir trouvé des tacos de qualité dans notre quartier. Tout d'abord, les chips tortilla sont parfaites ! On sent bien que les tacos sont faits maison. Les tacos au steak étaient savoureux. Mon préféré : le burrito, avec son riz à l'intérieur, était délicieux. Nous reviendrons sans hésiter. Le service de Rodrigo était également excellent.
We are so happy that we found quality tacos in our neighborhood. First of all the tortilla chips are perfect! The tacos the shells you can tell are homemade. The steak tacos were flavorful. The burrito was my favorite the rice inside was so delicious. We'll definitely be back. The service from Rodrigo was also great.
Curiosity got the better of us, & we couldn't resist diving into the recent hype. Nestled in a vibrant corner of town, this taco restaurant promises to tantalize your taste buds-& let me tell you, it delivered!
From the moment we stepped inside, we were enveloped in a lively atmosphere perfect for a spontaneous taco night out. The energy was infectious, & we knew we were in for a treat!
We decided to start with the necessary birria tacos, our go-to gobernador tacos, & the tacos de pastor, all of which were nothing short of amazing. Each bite was a symphony of flavors, with rich, savory meat enveloped in a perfectly crafted tortilla. Their fresh & zesty toppings wowed us, radiating bold flavors.
To wash it all down, we sipped on a refreshing mezcalita, which did its job wonderfully after what seemed like the longest week ever. Its smoky notes & vibrant citrus made for an ideal pairing with the rich tacos.
Our experience was nothing short of spectacular-everything we tried was incredibly filling, yet we managed to enjoy every last bite. Whether you're a seasoned taco lover or just looking for a fun night out, this place is definitely worth the hype. We can't wait to return for another round of their delicious tacos! 🌮✨🥳
This was our first visit to L'Estancia & it definitely won't be our last! By far the best birria tacos we've ever had, delicious margaritas, impeccable service & atmosphere. The homemade tortillas are a game changer. Can't wait to try more of their menu!!
El pastor estaba dulce, y no parece comida mexicana /: me cayó pesado. El servicio bueno. Pero la comida le falta mucho sabor.
Pedí una quesadilla y estaba frita y se sentía vieja la tortillas.
Apr 4, 2025
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