El Caporal - Menu

1717 28th St SW, Grand Rapids I-49519-2591, United States

🛍 Tapas, Tacos, Lunch, Brunch

4.3 💬 1280 Reviews
El Caporal

Phone: +16162612711

Address: 1717 28th St SW, Grand Rapids I-49519-2591, United States

City: Grand Rapids

Menu Dishes: 6

Reviews: 1280

"Yup. My twitter buddy, @swmichdining, has been RAVING about a place on Division called Taqueria San Jose. So, we used our latest family outing to Grand Rapids to check it out. Unfortunately, he forgot to mention (and, to be fair, I forgot to ask), Taqueria San Jose is, pretty much, a take out only joint (a small handful of tables, but not enough to accommodate my family of 5). So, we were off to find another suitable destination for tacos. Lo and behold, Urbanspoon points us here Tacos El Caporal. Perfect. A sit down/takeout restaurant which, as it turned out, served up some truly outstanding Mexican food. There are the complimentary chips (although, no salsa, only hot sauce) which were decent, although nothing to write home about. But the rest of it was PHENOMENAL. I got a lot of food here, so I'll just take it in order. The al pastor tostada was very good; if I had it to do over again (which I will next time I'm in GR), I'd get the al pastor on the tacos instead of the tostada, but the tostada shell, beans, and related accouterments complimented the very, very good al pastor. Except for the al pastor served at the now closed La Mexicana in Kalamazoo, this was, without question, the best al pastor I've had in Michigan meaty, flavorful, well seasoned and slightly sweet without being buried under an avalanche of pineapple. Really terrific. The tamale was also reasonably good; although the pork needed a little more something. The cornmeal was great. Throw some hot sauce on it and muy bueno. The tacos diablo four shredded beef tacos on homemade, lightly fried corn toritillas were really the star here. Although they too benefited from the addition of a little hot sauce, it's hard to find tacos prepared this way in the midwest, and I was ecstatic to find them here. Next time, I might try it with a little carne asada instead to see how that is, but as is, they were great. All told, this was one of the best Mexican meals we've had in GR and we highly recommend it."

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Awesome...authentic...taco bus sit down style..the REAL thing ...

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Geoffrey
Geoffrey

Good food steak taco's at 2bucks apeace nachos burritos 5-6 bucks .big bag of torritilla for 2$ all around good food.


Solomon
Solomon

I love eeeeeeeeeeeeee this place they have best food ib michigan by far, I just wish they people who speak a little better. Engishi i ununderstan . There are second Languag. ....wich mmake. It is understandable, the food make up for it


Calista
Calista

A friend took me to this restaurant to try the food, and I was not disappointed! I ordered the shrimp tacos, which were absolutely delicious. The salsa was fresh, full of flavor, and had just the right amount of spice. I will definitely recommend this place to my friends! The atmosphere is casual and family-friendly, and our waitress was delightful. View menu


Adrian
Adrian

So the food was not that great im sorry to say their orchata drink was really good their guest service was better than their food i got a chicken wet burrito with everything and it just was not very tasty their guacamole with chips was actually better than the burrito culinary needs to step it up besides that the restaurant seemed like it needed more life to it . Seem like a boring atmosphere .


Solomon
Solomon

I had a wonderful experience at Taco's El Caporal. The food was not only incredibly delicious, but it was also very affordable. I found plenty of vegetarian options, and my non-vegetarian friend had choices as well. I ordered the tostadas, which were really fresh, and paired it with a horchata that complemented my meal perfectly. The only downside was some confusion regarding seating, as there were people waiting to be served and others in line, making it unclear what to do. However, I definitely plan to return. It was worth the 10-minute drive from the city center.


Kassandra
Kassandra

Upon arrival, I was warmly welcomed by a young waitress who had a captivating smile that truly brightened my day. Unfortunately, she was wearing a wedding ring, but that didn’t stop me from enjoying her friendly service. I ordered what I knew was going to be too much food, but I couldn’t resist the temptation to try a little bit of everything. I had two Asada tacos and one Pastor taco, all served on fresh corn tortillas. I also ordered two tamales. It was definitely too much food, but everything was so delicious that I couldn’t help but finish it all. They were outstanding! I’m looking forward to trying more dishes during my next visit. View menu


Lavonne
Lavonne

TRY 'EM!. This place cranks-out some really excellent mexican food. Their cuisine has to be considered near the top of the list of all tex-mex joints in SW Michigan. Only about 10 tables; We lucked out, sat down right away on a Saturday afternoon, and watched as a line began to form for tableservice. BUSY place; Much of their business is take-out. The room has the ambiance of a diner w/styrofoam cups, paper plates and plastic utensils but the quality of what they serve-up here more than makes-up for all that. You can watch the cooks do their thing and they 're in non-stop motion. The waitresses were pleasant and provided everything we wanted. The complementary homemade chips salsa were excel...


Angie
Angie

Good food, sketchy service and atmosphere. This place has all the charm of a dirty Mexican bus station. Walk in and you can either sit down and wait for a waitress, or order at the counter for takeout. This distinction is not exactly immediately clear upon entering. I ordered takeout at the counter, and waited so long to get my food, I ended up just taking a booth and eating it there, which felt a little weird, as there was a waitress/counter girl waiting on other customers at their tables around me. It was a bit of a madhouse, with people hanging around waiting for orders, some impatiently as the wait time was very long, and I witnessed at least two incorrect orders that had to be corrected...


Geoffrey
Geoffrey

Yup. My twitter buddy, @swmichdining, has been RAVING about a place on Division called Taqueria San Jose. So, we used our latest family outing to Grand Rapids to check it out. Unfortunately, he forgot to mention (and, to be fair, I forgot to ask), Taqueria San Jose is, pretty much, a take out only joint (a small handful of tables, but not enough to accommodate my family of 5). So, we were off to find another suitable destination for tacos. Lo and behold, Urbanspoon points us here Tacos El Caporal. Perfect. A sit down/takeout restaurant which, as it turned out, served up some truly outstanding Mexican food. There are the complimentary chips (although, no salsa, only hot sauce) which were dece... View menu

Categories

  • Tapas Enjoy a delightful variety of small, flavorful dishes perfect for sharing, combining traditional and modern influences. Savor each bite as you explore diverse tastes and textures crafted to excite your palate.
  • Tacos Delight in our assortment of tacos, featuring vibrant flavors and fresh ingredients. From tender meats to zesty vegetables, each taco offers a unique taste adventure wrapped in a soft, warm tortilla. View menu
  • Lunch Satisfy your midday cravings with our delicious lunch menu. From fresh salads and hearty sandwiches to savory soups and vibrant bowls, each dish is crafted to give you the perfect midday boost.
  • Brunch A delightful blend of breakfast and lunch dishes featuring classic favorites and creative twists. Enjoy savory options like eggs benedict or opt for sweet treats like fluffy pancakes and fresh fruit.

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