The Nachos Grande at Cinco Mexican Cantina

The chicken quesadilla that I didn't eat at Pure Taqueria

Young Jeezy's quesadilla at Uncle Julios

The Marga-Rona at La Parilla

Margaritas at Taqueria del Sol

With what seems like THOUSANDS of Mexican spots to choose from, Atlanta has become a mini-haven for restaurants called Taco this or Taqueria that.  They're EVERYWHERE!!!

It's no secret that I'm partial to Taqueria del Sol.  But, I also like Prickly Pear on West Peachtree.  Several of my friends eat at Tin Lizzys on a regular basis.  And, I was just invited to Bell Street Burritos just yesterday by my new friend Ollie.  Oh, and let's not forget about the bigger more commercial spots like Moes and our girl Sheneka Adams' favorite - Chipotle.

So, today's question is simple - Who has the best tacos in the ATL??

Can't wait to hear your answers.

Happy Eating!!!

Name: OMG Taco
Cuisine: Korean Mexican
Neighborhood: Little 5 Points
Address: 1126 Euclid Ave. Atlanta, GA 30007
Phone: (404) 343-3935
Website: http://ohmmgogi.com/
Menu: http://ohmmgogi.com/?page_id=26

For months, whenever I rode thru L5P on my way to Stir It Up, I would pass this little brown building on the right hand side that read "OMG Taco".  I can't put my finger on it but it was just something about it that repeatedly piqued my curiosity on every drive by.  I think it was the fact that they used the ever popular texting phrase "OMG".  That word conjured images in my head that the restaurant was run by some 16-year old girls that would force you to text your order in on your iPhone.  Lol.  Whatever it was, I just remember thinking, "I gotta try that place whenever it opens".  Well, it opened.  And, about 2 weeks ago, I made my way on in to see what this place was all about.


Upon walking in the door, my first impression was that OMG Taco was everything and nothing I expected.   The funky colors and the graffiti on the walls were kinda foreshadowed by the sign outside.  I pretty much expected that carryover.  But, the contemporary, chrome stools all pushed against the wall and the glow in the dark bar light show was a bit of a shocker.  It was like a rave party with a touch of feng shui.  Interesting to say the least.




After polishing off those tacos, I dove head first into the Super Fries.  This was great!!!  It was everything that the tacos were with some crispy french fries at the bottom.  Definitely not for you calorie-counters out there.  Oddly enough, the fries seem to soften the blow of the soy/sesame taste that seemed to shine through in each item.  It was flavorful and filling.  Without being sweet, it had an almost dessert-sh quality to it (if that makes any sense).  Kind of a Korean/Mexican comfort food.  Delicious!!!


Finally, just for good measure (since it was a Friday afternoon), I got one last drink to wash it all down.  Nick told me he had a signature drink in his stash called Blue Thunder that I just had to try.  Why not??  I'm not gonna lie.  I can't even remember what it tasted like.  But, I do remember that it was really good!!!  Even better than the Sangria.  You gotta get dude to make it for you.  #Winning

At the end of the day, I was definitely pleased.  I'm sure I'll find myself back at OMG Taco sooner than later.  It was a great change of pace outing and it's always great to find gems like this in the city to keep that culinary diversity alive.  Next time you find yourself sitting in that hideous 5:00 Atlanta traffic near I-20 and the 75/85 merge, pull into OMG and kill some time.  You might even run into your boy up there.

Happy Eating!!!


Grade: B-
What's Great: Ambiance, Service
What Ain't: Parking
Ideal For: Lunch, Casual date night

Name: Taqueria Del Sol
Cuisine: Mexican w/ American Infusion
Neighborhood: West Midtown
Address: 1200-B Howell Mill Rd. Atlanta, GA 30318
Phone: (404) 352-5811
Website: http://taqueriadelsol.com
Menu: http://taqueriadelsol.com/menus.html

All praises due to my friend and business partner, Tory "Grim" Edwards for putting me on to this magnificent place back in April of this year!!!  If you've never been here, you are truly missing out on something special.  The food is great, the place always seems sunny and bright (due to the many windows and the white paint on the walls), and the service is extremely prompt and courteous.  I mean, what else could you ask for??

As you see in the picture above, there's a line hanging outside the door.  That line is pretty much there anytime you go.  Don't let it frighten you.  Yes, the restaurant is busy.  But, there's not much room for a line on the inside so they have to push it out the door.  It may not be as bad as you think.  However, here comes plus number 1 - MARGARITAS.  While you're waiting in line, they allow you to walk inside and order a drink from the bar (I recommend the frozen margarita) and take it back outside while you wait.  Beat that!!!  Also, don't forget to grab a menu while you're waiting.  Remember, the line is long so you don't wanna play the folks behind you.

As you peruse the menu, you'll notice that it is not littered with a million items.  While some may argue that this displays a lack of variety, you'll appreciate it later when your food shows up hot and fresh almost less than five minutes later.  Like many Mexican restaurants, Taqueria Del Sol will bring you some tortilla chips and salsa to your table.  However, I ALWAYS order the Salsa Trio and some Queso Dip to go with my chips.  Their queso is amazing!!!  And, it comes out piping hot!!!

Now, after ordering, depending on how busy it is, there is the potential for an adventure. It's kinda frowned upon to sit down before you've ordered so you may find yourself racing to beat someone to a table a la Musical Chairs.  Or, you could be waiting briefly until someone gets up.  It's never too bad.  It seems like someone is always coming in and going out here like a mini food factory or something.  You'll be fine. 

The only bad thing I can say about Taqueria Del Sol is that is closes in the middle of the afternoon to prepare their dinner menu.  Very often, I've driven all the way to Howell Mill from the eastside (Decatur where it's greater) and the place was frickin' closed!!!  *insert BBM angry face*  Other than that, I love this place!!!  I think you will too.

Stop by and let me know that you think.

Happy Eating!!! 


Grade: A
What's Great: Food, Prompt Service, Prices, Margaritas
What Ain't: Waiting in line, Seating (sometimes)
Ideal For: EVERYONE 

Over the last 5 years, a number of food trends have cycled thru this great city.  We saw burger joints (Flip Burger Boutique, Yeah! Burger, Grind House Killer Burgers) spring up out of nowhere.  Then, pizza became the flavor of the year (Antico Pizza, Varasano's Pizzeria, Max's Coal Oven Pizzeria).  Cupcakes had a run (CamiCakes, Gigi's Cupcakes, Atlanta Cupcake Factory).  Now, food trucks are all the rave (The Fry Guy, Yumbii, Tex's Tacos).  I won't even start on all the taco spots.  Excuse me, I meant "taquerias". 

So, going into 2012, what's gonna be the new thing in ATL food??  My personal thoughts - it won't be food at all.  The new trend is gonna be. . . DRINKS!!!

With the emergence of products like Isaac's Lemonades (fresh fruit drinks w/ liquor in them) and more specialty drinks that include ice cream and other signature liqueurs, I think you'll start to see more of a cache attached to "going out for drinks".  Pretty soon, we'll be asking "who are you drinking??" much in the same manner as we do celebrities on the red carpet.

I wonder if I can get a drink named after me. . .