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not so good

Pros: none

Cons: see above

"Took way too long to bring a simple order, especially because there was only one other table waiting (25 minutes) Why are there canned veggies in the rice? Why was the rice and beans on a Taco plate served cold? Why do they allow there small children to run amok in the restaurant "

Fish tacos are the best

Pros: Great customer service

"My husband and I, are new to Medford, one our close friends suggested Tacos & Pollos Grilled, because they have the best Mexican food in town specially there fish tacos, my husband order Consome and they gave him some home made tortillas everything, was delicious and we try to go there every Sunday after Church."

Pure Artestry

Pros: see comments

Cons: too far from Mount Shasta

"Though there are a number of "Mexican food" joints around, authentic Mexican food is something that we don't have here in the Mt. Shasta area. Yesterday, however, I was proven wrong when my husband and I ate some great tacos at a new taco truck in Weed, CA (Rico's Tacos). The next day, we were to travel to Medford to purchase some tires, and having eaten those great tacos, I was crazy to find more. Determined, I searched online for anything Mexican from Mt. Shasta to southern Oregon. What I found was a short, rave review that Tacos y Pollos has the best Mexican food "north of la Ciudad de Mexico" (Mexico City). Having lived in Mexico City, Oaxaca, Michoacan and Chiapas, Mexico, I will say that except for eating a home made corn tortilla hot after being cooked over a wood fire, that this is THE most excellent and authentic Mexican food I have ever eaten. I will also venture to say that it was some of the best cuisine my taste buds have ever had the pleasure of lingering over.

My husband and I ate at Tacos y Pollos twice that day. Having eaten there for lunch on our way to shop in Medford, it was impossible to not to engage the idea of going back for dinner on our way home. The two of us ate both lunch and dinner (including a few beers… they serve up Bohemia, my favorite beer, and not often found outside of Mexico) for a total of $34. We ate extremely well, with leftovers for lunch that we delighted over just a few hours ago. Alejandro (Alex, in English) the owner, our gracious host, was friendly, ready to make suggestions without being overbearing, and at the table with the attention of a perfect host. He and his wife, co-owners, know the food of their country and are faithful to it (even though his north of California clientele might be more comfortable with lots of shredded lettuce, refried beans, shredded yellow American cheese and sour cream instead of the delicious and soft Mexican "crema" that accompanied enchiladas). We had one of those rare experiences where you go into a restaurant, have the pleasure of the owner gently helping you through the menu, and end up feeling like you are in the hands of the finest jeweler in Paris. Finally you say, "well, we'd like to try perhaps (at his suggestion) this, and this, and this. Do whatever you think is best in terms of the meats, the sauces etc." Of course Alejandro was conscientious to ask if we minded a bit of hotness to our meal. We said of course ("claro que si"), and left our meal in his hands.

For lunch, Alejandro brought my husband a taco de alambre (shredded beef cooked with green pepper and bacon among other things), a taco de beef tinga, and a taco de cochinito pobil (shredded pork cooked in a sauce so savory you would like to have it bottled to take home). For me he brought a taco de cochinito pobil, a taco de birria (lamb), and a taco de pescado, the best fish taco I have EVER eaten. Previous to our lunch yesterday, the best fish taco I had ever eaten was at the taco stand next to the park in San Quintin, Baja California on our way to Muleje, Baja California Sur.

For dinner, Alejandro brought us the chicken enchilada mole (a sauce from the state of Oaxaca, made with special chocolate and spices), gorditas de chicharon (pork), and last but not least, the quesadilla de beef tinga. The mole was delicate and delicious, not overly sweet. Even my husband who doesn't usually like mole lingered in warm aroma and velvet texture of the sauce. The gordita de chicharon was sensational, it's outside fried to a perfect readiness moving the flavors gently and then powerfully into your mouth as the masa (corn dough) gave way to the pork and sauce inside. But the quesadilla, exquisite. Sensational, mouth watering, perfect. I must first explain, in mainland Mexico, flour tortillas don't exist, they are exclusive to Baja California. This quesadilla was, as was the gordita, made of soft corn dough, fried until the outside was a perfectly golden and crisp, while the inside, the Mexican cheese, meat and sauce, was comfort and stimulation all at once. Topped with avocado, it was in my opinion, the perfect food.

If you are in the Medford area, do NOT miss the opportunity to taste real Mexican food, with all of it's textures and flavors and smells. Also order the Bohemia beer, as well as the Teotechuacan (a Mexican sparkling mineral water that no eating establishment in Mexico, big or small is without) with lime. You will be pleased not only with the true art that you are served, but with the quality of your host, the music (tasteful salsa was on the day we were there), and the leftovers that you will eat the next day.


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Great Food, Great People

Pros: Fantastic Food

"By far some of the best food found in So. Or. Yes, it can take a long time, but well worth it for these complex dishes that include a plethora of fresh ingredients and spices. Relax and enjoy the company of friends/family and be prepared for something unique. If you are used to fast food, you may not be happy. The owners go out of their way to make you feel special."

very friendly

Pros: all very fresh and authentic

Cons: fresh food takes time to prepare

"We told the owner it was our first time there and weren't sure what to order. He served us a sampling of about six different dishes to give us a taste of what he had to offer. It was all delicious! He was so helpful, we will definitely be back to try more. "

Authentico! Made with care...

"Alex and his wife take pride in their food. Each item is carefully prepared with the freshest of ingredients. This is not your standard So Or mexican place...with idential menus..."

Amazingly Good!

"Fantastic, authentic Mexican food. This is easily the best Mexican food we've found in the valley. The owner is such a nice guy. Yes, sometimes the food takes a few minutes longer than we'd like, but that's what happens when it is made fresh and delicious! "

You've got to try it!

Pros: Everything is fresh and delicious

Cons: Everyone needs to know about them

"The best fresh mexican food in town! With the nicest people! This is the real thing - homemade, complex flavors. If you love Mexican you have to try it!"

Truly Authentic Mexican food at its best...

Pros: Authentic and yummy

"A must try for all mexican food lovers. This food is very delicious and worth the trip there."

Took too long...

"Food was good once we got it, but it took too long to cook. Spent $40 for two adults and two small kids.. portions were small."

picky mexican

"The food was very good, place is very clean but they took a very long time to prepare our meal and we were the only ones there. I also thought it was very expensive we ordered quesadillas they were extremely small and pricy."

Super Good Food

Pros: Love everything

Cons: Wish it was a full service restaurant, it's too good for a taco bar.

"Excellant food, they use completely different spices and are the only place in town that serves lamb tacos and a delicious lamb broth soup. Great tamales too!!!Very friendly atmosphere...AAA+"

Really good food.

Pros: Everything is fresh and cooked to order.

Cons: Wish they offered juices for kids.

"Food is cooked right in front of you. Sauces are terrific. Fish tacos are the best. Owner is such a nice man. Only place I've found in Oregon that serves real Mexican food."

very authentic mexican food

Pros: home made quality and very affordable

Cons: small business

"I used to live in southern California, this place remainded me the best mexican food I used to eat down in S. Diego. It is different, veru tasteful."