Humberto’s Taco Shop

Don’t let the location detour you! Everyone here is so friendly and the food is excellent! The asada (steak) is very tasty and never fatty or chewy. We have tried several menu items and Humberto’s never disappoints! They serve generous portions whether you eat in or take out. My husband even tried the ceviche and thought it was as good as what we had in Mexico. Two thumbs up!

The location is pretty sketchy but the food is always good. The meat is never fatty and chewy like some other places. Chicken is always flavorful and not dry. The best of the ‘bertos in the area.

Been back to this place many, many times. Food is always good, Cheap and plenty (giant potion).
I see one or two people give this place a one star, I just can’t imagine how anybody not liking this place. unless its a jealous competitor.

If you were sitting next to Zimm and David while they ate at Humberto’s, here’s what you’d have heard:
Zimm and David turn away from the counter. Sitting down at the nearest table, Zimm says «I felt good the moment I saw our order relayed to the kitchen, and the cook gave us two big thumbs up.»
Sipping the large cup of horchata passed across the counter, Zimm assesses, «Mmmm. This is pretty good. It’s the best milk I’ve ever had.»
After filling up a styrofoam cup at the soda fountain, David takes a sip. «I think that they let a lot of extra syrup run from the soda machine. I’m a Dr. Pepper man, but had to go with this thick Coke.
Zimm reads the sign above the large metal oven, «Look at that. ‘Welcome to the Great Taste of H.’ That’s a nice greeting.»
«I wish this place was right next to our office.» David realizes that he hasn’t even tasted the food yet, but that sign was enough.
Zimm shakes his head as his eyes pan over to the kitchen. Zimm announces «Oh, I see it! It’s coming.»
David asks, «Are they large?»
Zimm’s eyes stay wide.
Moments later, their table fills with plates of food.
Zimm says, «Only paper plates and plastic utensils.»
«The sign of a restaurant trying to save money on not paying a dishwasher hourly. Keeping those prices low,» says David.
We start shoveling it down. It’s a lot of food.
Zimm says, «For real though, the same ingredients as everywhere else, but this just tastes really good.»
David coughs, «I think it’s the extra oil. You look at the rolls of tortilla, and they’ve got that soft grey drench of oil.»
Another bite and Zimm agrees, «I’m liking this! Actually, I think the key here too is green peppers and chiles. Maybe some onions. All sorts of good stuff. That’s something you don’t see everyday in a classic chimi.»
David adds, «And this chicken. Not shredded chicken, like usual. But we’ve got pebbles of chicken. Little nuggets inside.»
«I’m glad I didn’t order an extra fish taco,» Zimm says.
David takes his last bite, «Yeah, that was a mistake. But I like that white sauce.»
They get up from their table to head out. The plates are empty.
David reminisces, «If I lived here, I’d definitely be stopping in every morning for those $ 2.99 breakfast burritos.»
Zimm says, «Yeah, it’s not even hard to make it before 10am.»
A woman walks through the front door, passing them. The cashier’s voice from behind the counter greets her, «Oh, hello! How are you? Welcome back! How’s the family?»
Zimm smiles, «This is a new restaurant, but they’ve already got those return customers. That’s some enthusiasm you wouldn’t have seen in a real fancy restaurant.»

I love this taco shop! The service is always good and the food is great! The beef tacos and carne wear a are excellent, as are the rolled tacos. Their guacamole is some of the best I’ve ever had.

Their carne asada is awesome any way you get it! Quesadilla, burrito, fries! Also the guacamole is creamy & delicious!

Such good food and such a nice cook and cashier (depending on who you get), it’s too bad that it’s smack dab in the middle of one of the most ghetto cities in all of Arizona. El Mirage is responsible for housing some of the dirtiest crudest people I’ve ever had the displeasure of coming across. On a side note, $ 7 for an egg, potato and cheese burrito!!! That is just ridiculous!

Ok. So… Being a Latina and living in AZ all my life, I know some good Mexican food when I see it/​eat it. This place USED to taste good a few years ago, Well not so much of good food this time from My husband and I’s experience. I ordered a bean and cheese burrito wet, aka enchilada style. First off, I don’t think the cashier understood too well, however, she was polite and seemed like she did, anyway, didn’t get it wet when my order was served, but they fixed it at «no charge». Long story short, my beans didn’t have any flavor and didn’t taste «fresh», the enchilada sauce tasted as if it was from a can, my husbands fish tacos were soggy, no flavor, and chewy (batter). The red and green Chili/​salsa was good though… I had to pour it on my food to give it flavor. Overall I felt it was a waste of money. Very disappointed :-(

Good carne Asada in El Mirage? I guess it is possible because Humberto’s delivered in a good way during a recent visit in this outpost of a town. There was not one piece of grizzle or fat in the entire two tacos, which already is a good start. I do like my carne a bit thinner, but this version, despite needing some extra chewing, was still quite tasty. The tacos were loaded to the brim with meat and just a dusting of guacamole and a splash of pico. They gave you red and green sauce on the side, both of which were on the mild side. Only other small issue is that they need to double-​wrap the tacos because we had a taco malfunction halfway through número uno. Regardless, at $ 2.80 per taco, these puppies aren’t worth a special trip here, but if your in the area, you will be happy with your order.

Love them. Better than filibertos. Also love their homemade lemonade.
Their carne asada burrito is one of the better ones I’ve ever had. The meat isn’t dry like other places.

Very clean restaurant not far from Surprise Ball field. Horchata was too sweet, carne asada was pretty bland but it was high quality meat. The chile relleno was quite impressive! The chicken sope was decent but the masa was a little too firm to cut through without a knife. Got our food very quickly. Disappointed there weren’t chips and salsa… I felt like I got half a Mexican dinner. :). This was average Mexican taqueria to me… but I’m spoiled in California.

Tried the carne asada Torta today and it was pretty good. Good place if you’re looking for a true inexpensive Mexican food restaurant in El Mirage. Very clean with friendly staff.

Awesome Carne Asada tacos! Really tasty.
Nice charbroiled steak and fast and friendly service. Can’t go wrong. Can’t wait to try more.

I love their food. There are a few different things I get from here and it’s always hard to pick just one but I know I can barely eat one of anything. Good portions. Reasonably priced. Great food. Very nice location. I only go to this Humberto’s now.

Great little taco shop in El Mirage. Everything cooked to order.
Recommend the Machaca and Carne Asada!

Delicious! The ceviche tostada and carne asada tacos are my favorite. Very clean environment, the staff are always friendly. Anything you eat will be worth it.

Very very good! Love the food! It’s always made when ordered and always has just enough toppings. Very friendly service too.

I have never had a bad experience at this location. The Carne Asada in anything is wonderful because try get their meet daily right down the street. Bean Nd cheese burrito with Carne Asada. Their 4 specials are well priced and leave you full.

When I need my Carne Asada taco fix, this is my go to place!
Always friendly, quick, reasonably priced & the quality of their carne asada tacos is right on :) Plus, I like that they don’t charge me for extra lime to squeeze onto my tacos, lol

Try the California burrito!