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Overall Total Score
4.1 out of 5
Impressive | 3291 reviews

What User likes about La Calentana Mexican Store:
Great tacos! Authentic, tasteful and decent price. Just eat outside, but they are constantly investing in improving their awning to keep some shadow over most tables. View all feedback. What Kat R doesn't like about La Calentana Mexican Store:
This was our favorite place to get tacos when we would be in the area (we live an hoir away). And I'm not sure if management or ownership changed, but I was VERY disappointed in the tacos Al Pastor. As a Mexican my self, I am familiar with the ingredients of this taco. Unfortunately, they took a short cut and used Chorizo and added pineapples to pass it as Al Pastor, instead of using seasoned carnita(pork) meat. This... View all feedback.

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Top-rated
3.4 ★ from 5 reviews
Lucia
23.09.2023 - 12:15

Love this spot! 2nd time going and it was just as good as the first. I had the carne asada tacos and the chicken tacos. My husband had the nachos and said they...

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Izabela
23.09.2023 - 12:15

The food truck food was horrible!! The tacos Al pastor was cold and it did NOT taste good. I order a churro and it was not cooked fully. Disgusting place to eat...

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Amber
23.09.2023 - 12:15

Super filled tacos, lots of flavor and really affordable. Loooved this place, will be going back!

Kat
23.09.2023 - 12:15

This was our favorite place to get tacos when we would be in the area (we live an hoir away). And I'm not sure if management or ownership changed, but I was VER...

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Jerron
23.09.2023 - 12:15

Ever since I’ve came here in 2019, I’ve always received great service and the tacos are amazing if I can get an update do you guys do carne asada/shrimp burrito...

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Google
4.1 ★ from 1320 reviews
Summer
04.02.2024 - 14:46

Food is great , employees are very welcoming! 10/10

Rocky
04.02.2024 - 14:46

My new favorite spot. And for those who like it HOTT try the Red Sauce.

Kevin
04.02.2024 - 14:46

This place has the bombest tacos and Nachos in Lakeland !!! Period!!!

Isabelle
04.02.2024 - 14:46

Love this place, been coming for years!! Absolutely delicious food, authentic and flavorful in a relaxed atmosphere.

Martin
04.02.2024 - 14:46

Had a problem and the owner was very professional and fixed it! Food came out perfect as usual, officially my Favorite Taco spot again!

Menulist
4.6 ★ from 5 reviews

Great tacos! Authentic, tasteful and decent price. Just eat outside, but they are constantly investing in improving their awning to keep some shadow over most t...

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The tacos here in La Calentana are perfect. No matter what meat you choose, you will not be disappointed. It is a great place to experience real Mexicano comida

We showed up with 15-20 people after a motorcycle parade. They curbed food super fast and very efficient. Everyone was happy with everything that was ordered. D...

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The best tacos in town. All right. And the Mini Mart has a wide selection for a small shop. Fresh fruit cups are always something I am looking forward to.

Located right along the main road. A small grocery/convenience store and taco stand with outdoor seating off to the side. Fast, friendly service, reasonably pri...

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