It goes way beyond tacos at this Cuban and Mexican counter-service and drive-through joint, though that's not to say the tacos aren't delicious. We love the Cuban taco, loaded with chicken fajitas, black beans, plantains and sour cream, or the El Rey, stuffed with flaky, freshly grilled tilapia, red cabbage and habanero mayo. Both are only $2.55 each; but for $7.99, you can pick any three tacos and get a side of Mexican rice and pork-laced charro beans.
But like we said, it's not all about the tacos. El Rey's golden-skinned rotisserie chicken is pure magic, and at just $8.99 for a whole (or a half along with a side of rice, beans, salad and tortillas), you're sure to walk away happy. And it may be even better shredded into their spicy and hearty chicken tortilla soup ($4.39 for a small, $7.25 for a large).
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