Clay Rollo
Holy crap this place was good. We went at a weird time, like 3pm on a Friday after a volleyball tournament and I was surprised by how many other people were there. I took that as a good sign and sure enough, the food was amazing. We all ate way more than we meant to, but it was hard to stop eating it was so good. We will definitely be back.
… moreJacky Lam
Tarahumara’s Mexican Cafe and Cantina is a true gem in Norman! The food is absolutely amazing – every dish is bursting with flavor and cooked to perfection. From the fresh tortillas to the savory entrées, everything tastes authentic and made with care. You can really tell the difference in the quality and tradition behind their recipes. The atmosphere is warm and lively, and the service is always friendly and attentive. If you’re craving real, authentic Mexican food, Tarahumara’s is the place to go!
… moreIsaac Velasquez
Since they reopened after their renovation it has been amazing and it was already amazing before. They expanded the amount of dining area for more customers and expanded the bar sitting area. The wait time for the food was less than 10 minutes. Sitting at the bar has two large tvs to watch any sports that happen to be on at the time. The attentiveness of the staff is not just to one person checking in with you but maybe two or three. Refills happen before you can even ask most of the time.
… moreTammy D
Me and my family have been going to Tara’s for years! This place is the best! The food is always on point. The service is so fast! We always ask for our favorite waiter Mynor and he’s always so kind and he always takes great care of us! He greets us with a smile every time we go. We love the new remodel, the seating is so much more comfortable and roomy! Not cramped like before. Don’t understand the negative reviews, this place is awesome!
… moreJason Daniel
We typically don’t like going out to Mexican restaurants, my wife’s cooking is better, but we came from put of town and our friends highly recommended this place. We couldn’t have asked for a better experience. Arielle was incredible as our server, the food was quick and delicious and don’t forget your Sopas that were delicious. The ambiance is great and the prices are extremely reasonable for the amount of food you get.
… moreEllie Waltman
Came alone and got seated immediately. Ordered food and it came out at lighting speed. The guy behind the counter, maybe the manager? He was really cute. I wanted to say hi but I’m too shy.
… moreLawrence
Out of all the mexican restaurants I have tried this is probably the best. As you can see in the picture the attention to detail is impeccable. The food arrived hot and fresh. My tilapia specifically could use a little more salt and seasoning but thats just on a personal preference. Clean place and good service.
… moreVincent Holden
The most delicious food! Drinks were crisp and refreshing. Happiness was in the air as laughter and great conversations could be heard! Even though we went during the lunch rush, our food was so hot and fresh and not a thing was wrong with the order. Unbelievable service!! I can’t wait to go back!! The drive from Okc to Norman is well worth it.
… moreAdam Abrahamson
This used to be a 5 star place for me, but the last couple of times we have gone, everything seems to be riding the tastless train. This feeling has between multiple people, especially in regards to the house salsas, even the paid hot salsa — just seems like no flavor. For the most recent visit, I swear the “hot” upcharge salsa tasted like it was dipped in sugar and salt, which no other flavors.
The service here is amazing, and everything feels like it is moving around at 100mph while also being very well organized. It’s the main reason we go, but after the remodel, the food itself just feels….less than hoped for, for us. Will try again, but I will probably space out the visits more than before.
One more note, the drinks are quite nice. Good portions, appearance, and strength. So, another positive note. Just need to find out what happened to the food flavor!
… moreMarshall
I’ve given this restaurant three chances, hoping for improvement each time — but unfortunately, it keeps getting worse.
The food is just okay, but the pricing is about 1.5x higher than similar places. More concerning is that the portion size and quality have noticeably declined with each visit. The last time I ordered the fajita, what I received looked like half of what’s shown on the menu photo (see attached). I mentioned this to the waitress, and she responded, “If you want more food, you can talk to the manager.” But I wasn’t asking for more — I just expected to receive what was advertised.
At $22.45 before tax and tip, the dish simply isn’t worth it. In my opinion, it should be priced under $15 based on what I got. Sadly, I won’t be returning.
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