Taqueria Cresta

Having lived in Arizona for some time and enjoying Mexican food it's difficult to be satisfied with tacos and Mexican in general on the East Coast. Acknowledging this bias I decided to upgrade my rating to two stars from one just to be fair. Firstly there was a $6 charge for chips and some of the least flavorful "salsa" I've ever had. This includes ALL of the salsa you might buy at a regular grocery store AND anything I've ever been served in a restaurant. The "salsa" was served with chips that were clearly made in house and were not of an appreciable quality. Since I just got paid I decided to try the guacamole also (see picture) for an additional $13.50. It was not well spiced or even very flavorful. It was just a small mashed up avocado with some onion added. Trying to salvage the meal I decided to have another not particularly cold draft beer for $8 but despite the place not being very busy at 8 on a Friday night I couldn't find my server so the bartender (who I hailed from across the room) came over to help me with my second beer. We ordered Birria tacos, which weren't bad, but were nowhere close to any of the local food trucks from which you would get a tastier and larger portion. My steak tacos reminded me in no way of any of the tacos I ever had in Arizona, California, or Mexico and were an overall letdown compared to the Burrito Feliz food truck for instance. Somehow.. the tacos were only a dollar more than the 13$ unseasoned guacamole. Just avoid this place. I live close and i desperately wanted it to be a go to spot. It's not. It's a don't go to spot for sure. Just go to Plaza Azteca... salsa is complementary, servings are big, food is tasty, beers are icy.... Trust me.

The food was delicious. Served promptly, hot, and good portion sizes. I enjoyed two different margaritas, shrimp tacos, and beans and rice.They have a bar area downstairs and tables and another bar upstairs.Our server answered our questions without having to go check on anything. The staff are pleasant and welcoming. Definitely a place I will return to.There is free street parking but it can be scarce due to this restaurant being in a residential neighborhood that is also popular for bikers, runners, and walkers. So you may end up a block or two away but you will find parking.

I am so excited to have this spot open up right around the corner from my house. You don't have a lot of good restaurants in this area. Le Bus is good, In Riva went down hill after the flood and black squirrel suxxx. So thank you so much for opening and on top of that it is delicious!My favorite part was the lime mousse with cookie crumbles. That was one of the best deserts I've had. We also got Churros which were perfectly crispy. We started with pineapple Guacamole. That was delicious. Not a large dish though. Which actually turned out to be a good thing since everything else was so large. We both got margaritas. Mine non alcoholic and hers alcoholic. Mine was excellent. She didn't think hers was alcoholic enough. I got the Cemita with the slow roasted pork. It was something I've never seen at any other Mexican restaurant. We sat at the front bar that is just open to the street. It was a beautiful view. Perfect date night with my wife. We will be regulars.

This was my second time here and everything has been nothing short of amazing!!!! The flavor of the food, the drinks, the service, literally everything has been great! They also have taco Tuesday deals!!! I think this is going to be my new go to spot for tacos as I have truly been searching all over for excellent tacos! Not to mention this place is a vibe I've come to celebrate with a friend and I've come to watch a playoff game. Each time it's been really fun!

Desperately needed restaurant in an area with few sit down eat in places. Solid nachos and plantains. Good lively vibes on the inside and good margaritas.

Crests food actually had flavor and was some of the better Mexican food I've had in the area. Get ready to spend some $$ if you go though, it's not cheap at all. The music was super loud, which always bothers me because generally you go dining with others to talk and enjoy their company, not yell over terrible music. Service was very kind.

Sk good. Sk thankful this delicious, authentic mexican place is close. Grilldd shrimp tacos DO NOT MISS. Delicious guacamole. Everything legit good and full bar. Go.

Quaint small authentic Mexican food. Amazing service. Attention to detail. New takes on classic apps and entrees. 4 types of fresh quac!

superb staff, magnificent margaritas, and terrific tacos! what more could anyone ever ask for?!?

Had Rin ( Corinne) as our server...very pleasant and efficient.Dinner and margaritas were DELICIOUS.We'll Definitely come back. check it out and ENJOY!