Tijuana Flats

I’m a big fan of their sauce bar and the Taco Tuesday deal is pretty legit as long as you don’t go during peak meal times (the quality sometimes goes down if there’s a rush). Servers at this location were friendly and it was quiet compared to other locations closer to UCF, which I prefer.

I love Tijuana Flats and frequent the one local to me in Tampa. While avoiding traffic on I-​4 via FL417, we figured this would be a better stop than the typical fast food place. The parking lot was a mess with no parking spaces, yet the restaurant was nearly empty. We were helped quickly, yet waited ten minutes for our meals (to be expected when the place is busy, but when empty… Not so much).
When we received our food, we both laughed. It was as though they took any cheese that should be on my plate and overloaded his. I asked for jalapeños on my tacos and ended up with a few minced bits instead of the sliced that are to be expected (and that we’re on his tacos). The meat was hot, the beans were cold.
While it was clean it here, it smelled strongly of bleach, not a great thing to smell when trying to eat.
All in all, I’m glad I didn’t have to eat McDonald’s for a road lunch, but I wouldn’t come here regularly if this was my local T. Flats.

Tijuana Flats is delicious and this location is wonderful. The UCF Area is known for packed and crowded restaurants from the sheer number of students and this Tijuana is just hidden away enough to avoid all of that chaos.
The staff are very attentive and constantly cleaning up tables, which means that you won’t have your arm in someone else’s leftover hot sauce or cheese. This is a huge plus for me! They are always willing to grab you another refill or a basket of extra chips.
My favorite is Taco Tuesday — it’s an unbeatable deal. However, don’t shy away from their «Thursdaze» special either because they’re burritos are fantastic and the deal is equally as good!
If you’re in the area, definitely stop here for a quick bite to eat. You will not be disappointed!

What is there to say about Tijuana Flats? Only good things of course! My lady and I are OBSESSED! Probably some of the best Tex-​Mex central Florida has to offer with no shortage of options. From an assortment of menu items to more sauces than you can handle, T-​Flats never fails to disappoint. We order from this one often because it’s close to where we live and work. The staff is super friendly and always there to top off my soda when I dine in. I really have no negative things to say about Tijuana Flats and especially about this particular location. And shout out to Eric for awesome food and great service!

This was the nastiest «Mexican» food I’ve ever had. The food was cold, flavorless, and was not even close to fresh ingredients. It was pricey for what it was. The only thing going for this place is the hot sauce bar. I’m a hot sauce junkie, so I loved the hot sauce variety. You can even buy some bottles if you like them. Its too bad though that the hot sauce is so needed on such nasty food. I literally would rather buy a 60 cent frozen burrito from Walmart. NOT EVEN JOKING! Lastly, they need to ease up on on the salt in the queso. Sad that the only food with flavor that was warm, was nothing but sodium. I WILL NEVER GO BACK!!!

Wow! Wonderful experience from beginning to end. I always wanted to try it and I had the opportunity to go there without my kids, as they aren’t into Mexican food. When I ordered my food the cashier was very gracious and explained all the options. My blackened chicken burrito arrived as ordered and was delicious!!! A server came by and refilled my coke. They had TV’s and a good mix of 90’s rock playing in the background. The place was busy but not chaotic. I would come back here again;)

Like all of the Tijuana Flats locations around Orlando, this one is great. If you haven’t been to one you have to give it a shot, especially if you like hot sauce. Their hot sauce bar has something for everyone. I’m a fan of their higher level hot sauces because they have great flavor and kick. I’d also recommend the blackened chicken quesadilla. Comes with a side of their yummy chips. My favorite thing on the menu. Add on a side of their great queso and you’ve got yourself a treat.
My hidden bonus: They have shaved/​crushed ice in their sodas. I just love that.

Love coming to this location for Taco Tuesday. Can be a bit packed, depending on the time you’re there, but great deal and great food!

Really good! I’ve never had a bad food experience here. The wait staff was very attentive. Food was delish.

The tacos, blackened chicken or steak are great. They just changed their steak recipe and it’s awesome. I’ve had a couple other items but the tacos I keep coming back to. It’s really the best bang for your buck on a Tuesday night. Their sweet tea is spot on as well!

First time at a Tijuana flats, we went on Tuesday so it was pretty good. Got two tacos, chips and drink for $ 4.99 the special on Tuesdays. It was a pretty filling meal. I opted for the white cheese instead of the normal yellow cheese, It was really tasty. We liked the blackened chicken, the tacos are a decent size.
Not sure I would go there on another day. I forgot to check the prices but have a feeling you can easily get to $ 8.00 for a simular meal on other days. I am not one to pay that much for cheap Mexican food.
This could be a Tuesday place to go in the future. The girls say hello whenever someone walks in and they shout out your name when. your order is ready. I don’t like all the noise that much but it’s ok. The music is a bit louder then I would like as well.

Why do I do this to myself?
Why oh why oh… oh. Because QUESO that’s why. I am also a sucker for tacos.
Though the food tastes like it was actually prepped that day, a step above most fast food joints, but the sodium makes my heart pound in my throat.
Oh delicious tacos and cheese goop, why do you have to be tho thalty?!?

Nice Tijuana Flats location, staff is great. The Happy hours change, but there are some good deals. I like the hard taco’s and load up at the hot sauce bar. This place gets packed, so we try to arrive early.
Solid place to grab a meal, nice to have a quick food option that the «no meat» wife can eat at with me.

I love the hot sauce bar, and they have a great rice bowl!
However, I was disappointed by 2 things I didn’t find here that I expected (based on other TF locations).
1. No crunch ice. What? I love that stuff! They had regular ice cubes for my beverage. How sad!
2. There was no guacamole on my rice bowl. I was so disappointed. The other location that I frequent always gives me a generous portion of guac — something you can’t really eat Mexican food without — but there was none here.
Otherwise, it’s what you’d expect from a Tijuana Flats. Always decently good food and reasonably priced.

Holy taco bell, this was not what I expected. I was hoping for a delicious burrito with actual prepared ingredients. Instead I got pre made food that prob came from the can or a box. Please if you can stay away unless there are no other options, this is just a glorified taco bell that won’t fill you up. :)

This location is less than a mile from my house, and one of my favorite places to go on Tuesday for 2 tacos, chips, and a drink! Can get pretty busy, but the line always moves fast, and food comes very quick! Love the sauce bar, and usually like to blend some together to make up my own sauces. Loveee the queso with their perfectly seasoned chips.
Also, if you ever get the chance try the cookie dough flautas. omg HEAVEN!

Tijuana Flats… oh how I heart your hot sauces, queso sauce, crunchy beef tacos and mostly, your FISH TACOS!!!
Holy moly fish tacos… seasoned fish, CITRUS VINAGERETTE, and cabbage… oh, did I mention the CITRUS VINAGERETTE??? SooOOOoooo aaahhhhmaaAAazing!
Yes, I would agree that this isn’t mexican, but then again, they do claim tex-mex…and it is tex-​mex and it’s solid.
Secret confession… sometimes, I go to Tijuana Flats on Taco Tuesday’s twice :) hehe

Have enjoyed dinner here twice this month, once on a BOGO from being a flathead (sign up for their emails!) and once after a long day in the yard, no energy to cook. So nice to have this location close to home!
Service is always prompt, on busy nights they will have all 3 registers going so don’t get worried if you see a long line when you walk in. The line always moves very quickly here.
They’ve extended happy hour, new hours are 4:30 — 9:30. If you are used to other beer promos at the other locations… they don’t do those here– they have the extended happy hour instead. Shocktops on draft are always icy cold and they have orange slices so the hubby is happy.
Staff is super friendly, gets orders out quickly and recognize the regulars. Hot sauce bar is always well tended, never a mess and a great selection of new and regular flavors. Servers always check in several time to clear and ask if they can refill your drinks or take a beer order.
Food is always prepared very well, never a mess up on our dine in or take out order. I tried the tostadas for the first time and they were very tasty. Hubby cannot stray from his Hard shell tacos with blackened chicken and black beans, has been getting 3 lately. Great option if you are a hungry boy, he finds them very filling.

My favorite place to get chicken nachos! I think I have only gotten the flautas from here one time and every other time, I can’t stay away from the dang chicken nachos.
Possibly it is because I can’t stand Moe’s — and their nachos are just not good and that is the only thing I get there, same with Panchos. However, at Chipotle if you get the burrito bowl with chips it’s good. BUT when you want real nachos with melted cheddar cheese (not that queso junk) this is the place you go!
The chicken is cubed and doesn’t really steal the show. It is definitely the melted cheese on teh seasoned chips and side of guac and salsa. I also get lettuce, tomatoes and onions which all could use a notch up.
The service is pretty on point here too. When you take out it’s fairly quick and when you stay there, they constantly check on you and HUGE plus for free refills delivered to you!

Was is town on business from NYC. Thank you Unilocal for finding this place! My co-​worker and I were impressed and we loved it. The set-​up is nice — no waitstaff — so you save some money by ordering yourself. It’s by no means «light» or «healthy» — but we’re on business and deserve a cheese-​filled dinner.
My co-​worker is vegetarian and he said he had plenty of choices.
Great prices. Seemingly fresh fare made with quality ingredients. Chips are great — thin, crisp, not greasy. You don’t get chips like this in NYC.