Terlingua
Terlingua is a Portland, ME taco spot in the East Bayside area known for Mexican food, casual Mexican fare, and a neighborhood restaurant feel, with a 4.6★ rating across 1,291 Google reviews.
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Why people love this place
- •Highly rated by locals
- •Reasonable mid-range pricing
- •Good for casual tacos
- •Located in East Bayside, Portland
- •Strong Google review volume
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.
- →It can get busy at peak hours — aim for early lunch or mid-afternoon.
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Frequently asked
What kind of tacos does Terlingua serve?+
Terlingua is known for classic Mexican tacos, plus the usual taquería staples like rice, beans, and house salsas.
Where is Terlingua located?+
Terlingua is at 40 Washington Ave, Portland, ME 04101, USA, in the East Bayside neighborhood of Portland, Maine.
Is Terlingua good?+
Terlingua has a 4.6★ average across 1,291 Google reviews — loved by locals by Portland taco standards.
How expensive is Terlingua?+
Terlingua sits at $$ (mid-range) — typical for a Portland taquería.
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