El Gordo Mexican Grill — tacos in Apache Junction, AZ

El Gordo Mexican Grill

4.6· 222 Google reviews·$$

El Gordo Mexican Grill is a Apache Junction, AZ taco spot known for Mexican food, casual Mexican fare, and a neighborhood restaurant feel, with a 4.6★ rating across 222 Google reviews.

Rating
4.6
Loved by locals
Reviews
222
Google reviews
Price
$$
Mid-range
Known for
Mexican
Casual tacos

Best for

Group dinnerSit-down meal

Why people love this place

  • •Highly rated by locals
  • •Reasonable mid-range pricing
  • •Good for casual tacos
  • •Located in Apache Junction, AZ
  • •Plenty of community reviews

Order like a local

  • →Order a sampler — two or three different fillings — to find your favorite.
  • →Try at least one of the house salsas. Ask which is the spiciest.

Good to know

Cuisine
Mexican
Vibe
Sit-down restaurant
Good for
Walk-ins, takeout
Bring
Cards usually accepted

Frequently asked

What kind of tacos does El Gordo Mexican Grill serve?+

El Gordo Mexican Grill is known for classic Mexican tacos, plus the usual taquería staples like rice, beans, and house salsas.

Where is El Gordo Mexican Grill located?+

El Gordo Mexican Grill is at 2975 W Superstition Blvd, Apache Junction, AZ 85120, USA in Apache Junction, Arizona.

Is El Gordo Mexican Grill good?+

El Gordo Mexican Grill has a 4.6★ average across 222 Google reviews — loved by locals by Apache Junction taco standards.

How expensive is El Gordo Mexican Grill?+

El Gordo Mexican Grill sits at $$ (mid-range) — typical for a Apache Junction taquería.

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