Taco-Macho Food in Exeter

I visited Taco-Macho for a family birthday recently. The restaurant is in the upstairs of the Cuckoo Taproom so plenty of of opportunity for pre and post dinner drinks. Gustavo, Taco Macho owner, is a really generous host, his food really is utterly delicious and I could probably eat there every day! :) Everything is very reasonably priced and the restaurant space is small and chilled. There is also the option to have your food in the pub downstairs. Highly recommended!

Best burrito ever. This place is a quirky and no frills but great. hidden away upstairs above the Cuckoo taproom. Gustavo cooked it fresh in front of us and our teenagers. Highly recommended.

I haven't had the pleasure of eating here. Both times I have booked to eat here they have cancelled my booking on the day. Really disappointed

Lovely food cooked right in front of us, definitely recommend for traditional Mexican food - loved the place and will definitely be back!

Came here with some friends without a booking and there wasn’t quite enough space but the owner very kindly moved some chairs to get us in. Food was delicious and a decent price and at the end of the meal we were given free tequila! Would definitely come back here, very friendly service and tasty food

Too busy to serve anyone else, best Mexican food in Devon just very disorganised. Needs to either be more prepared or hire more staff

A small friendly restaurant where we watched the chef prepare our meal. The food was amazing! Fresh ingredients, tasty (the chef asks how spicy you like your food) and perfectly cooked. We shall definitely return - soon! Also they provide takeaways and are extremely busy.

Awesome Tacos here this evening! Best Mexican food I’ve ever had. And a booking mix up meant that they reopened just for a couple of us and we had a great chat with the guys too. Really friendly and fabulous food. Highly recommended 👏👏👏

This was our third visit today- since finding the canteen a couple of months ago, we’ve been finding excuses to visit Exeter from Plymouth more often!! Today we had a chicken burrito and a veggie option. As always, the staff are so welcoming and friendly and the food is amazing. Great value too and we hope to be back again soon. Thank you for a lovely lunch 💕

Authentic Mexican food. We had the soft tacos (beef, chicken and pork) and the cheese tacos (beef and chicken). All absolutely delicious. Pork was our favourite. Great place for casual lunch.

Unbelievable, I could not believe how excellent it was. Freshly made in front of us. We ordered a chicken burrito, pork soft shell tacos and chicken quesadillas. The quesadilla was the best Mexican food I have ever eaten and great value for money. Chef really lovely and such a nice vibe

Small interior but very nicely decorated. Friendly staff. The burrito was absolutely delicious. Large portion, very filling.

One of the best burritos I've had in the UK! Great vibe and excellent service too. The nachos were delicious :)

We booked a reservation for Taco Macho however, as we don’t live in Exeter, we struggled to find it. I called up and asked them for directions and the lady on the phone couldn’t have been more helpful and professional! She didn’t leave the call until we knew exactly where we were going and even stepped outside and began waving until we could see her. Her service was brilliant and she was very friendly which made our experience even better. Taco Macho is a very chilled out place with amazing food and quality service- not to mention extremely clean toilets. The burrito tasted amazing and had a variety of fillings. I loved coming here and will be definitely be returning when i’m next in Exeter. Would recommend to anyone, 10/10! ⭐️⭐️

Came here today for lunch while visiting Exeter and it was absolutely brilliant! Food was spot on and the staff were super friendly. They warned us they were busy and it would be a 25 minute wait, which we were fine with, but while we were waiting they were super apologetic and brought us free drinks! The burrito was huge, far bigger than we expected and the tacos were perfect 👌 Will definitely be visiting again next time we're in town!

This should be number 1 in Exeter. Lovely Gus serves up a treat every time. Only wish there were seating, then I would never leave. The burritos will fill you for the rest of the day and it's awesome to watch him make it in front of you. The best.

Taco Macho has delicious food and excellent, friendly service. Never disappoints (except when you NEED a Taco Macho and they’re closed) and always worth a visit.

Amazing atmosphere with great service and tacos that melt in your mouth. Fresh fruit margaritas that revive you not make you feel bad! Great place and I highly recommend Taco Mucho!

Unbeatable Mexican food for Exeter. All the options are absolutely sublime. The food is made freshly in a short period of time - perfect to then be taken and eaten on the cathedral green. Very reasonably priced too.

Gorgeous vegetarian soft tacos. Actual Mexican food! What a treat. Also a bargain - £6 for enough lunch for two people.

Small shop with massive food! Friendly owner, great service and best wrap i've ever had! There was a que of around 8 people at on a weekday at 2pm, i can see why - very good value for money

The best burrito I ever had ,he is so friendly . You know you getting the good burrito when the owner is Mexican 👌🏼100% recommended,you need to try it xx

The owner is really lovely and friendly. The tacos are mouth-wateringly good. Seriously some of the best food I’ve ever eaten.

Phoned and asked could they do a platter for a 40th birthday party just the 2 of us..They immediately said yes and communication was spot on.. my partner was so amazed he got this as its our favourite work lunch snak.Food was tasty and loads of it.All made fresh and home cooked..Would highly recommend these guys so friendly and helpful.Gracias Amigos.

Having worked and lived here for nearly 2 years, Gus is by far my favourite place to eat in Exeter. The Burrito's are always fresh and delicious, and always guaranteed to satisfy. Always enjoy a chat with Gus while he is cooking up a treat, highly recommended. Viva Mexico

The BEST Burrito I've had, if you want authentic, tasty, great value then this is where its at! Great guy running the place, friendly, the whole experience is tops!! Don't delay get that tasty Burrito today!

Went here full of hope had a butreto unfortunately Had the runs shame as it tasted nice 👍🏿 A bit expensive and didn’t really fill me up

Best burrito I’ve had!! They are huge, full of flavour and delicious. The owner is also super friendly and happy , always makes me smile .

Tenía un muslo de pollo y burrito de chorizo. El mejor burrito que he probado en mi vida (¡incluso comparado con los burritos en México!) El pan estaba recién horneado y el muslo de pollo extremadamente suculento y ahumado. Todo se combinó con el guacamole picante (con lima), el cremoso yogur / crema agria y el chorizo picante. Absolutamente delicioso, lo visitaré nuevamente (regularmente).

A massive burrito with endless fillings, definitely recommend it for a lunch and then walk down the quay.

Taco Macho is Genuine, strait to the point and very very tasty. A ‘must visit’ if you are in Exeter!

Si solo haces una cosa, es mejor que la hagas bien. ¡Y lo hacen! Unos minutos a pie de la calle principal de Exeter y vale la pena. La comida es excelente y un chico encantador la dirige. El tipo de lugar que todos deberíamos buscar para apoyar en los tiempos de Covid y más allá. No olvide llevar dinero en efectivo.

Fantastic food with charismatic service! Worth every penny. The best burritos in the city if not further.

Two weeks in a row we have been. Missed them during lockdown. So fresh, tasty and filling. Chef always so friendly. Support local businesses

Tengo este lugar de marcación rápida, este don es el enchufe de burrito número uno en Exeter, tal vez incluso todo Devon. He hecho una tradición nombrar cada burrito que compro en este lugar porque tanto el tamaño como la sensación de amor que siento al recibir sus burritos están a la par con lo que imagino que es adoptar un niño.

Esta es una verdadera joya escondida en Exeter: una de las comidas mexicanas ardientes más increíbles que jamás haya comido, servida por los personajes más enérgicos y entusiastas que Exeter tiene para ofrecer. Pop para almorzar; definitivamente no te arrepentirás. Recién preparada comida increíblemente sabrosa a precios inmejorables. No puedo hablar mejor de este lugar.

個人的な意見だが人生で一番おいしかったタコス！！私はベジタリアンのものをオーダーしたが、たしかビーフやチキンもメニューにあり。テイクアウト専門で店内で食べる場所はないが、晴れた日に公園や川沿いでたべるのもよいかと！男性でも満足いくボリュームもあり、とても良心的な価格。また、絶対食べたい！！

Amazing. Best burritos in the South West. The bomb. Super nice guy and great value. Worth the effort to seek out and plan a burrito for lunch.

Proper, delicious burritos. Freshly cooked and prepared to order, generous filling - perfection. Can't wait to go back!

I had one for lunch, it’s now gone 1940 am I’m still full. 3 choices veggie, beef or chicken, I went for chicken and it was gorgeous. I will be back again.

Solo hay pocas opciones en Taco Macho: varias variaciones de burrito: relleno de carne de res, relleno de pollo, relleno de vegetales. . . .Tuve el relleno de vegetales con aguacate y una gran salsa picante que olvidé lo que era. Estaba delicioso y muy abundante, una comida completa.También es asequible y el propietario es muy amable y tiene una buena conversación.

¡Qué increíble comida sirve este lugar! Después de haber vivido y viajado por todo el suroeste de los Estados Unidos (Oklahoma / Nuevo México / Texas), este lugar sirve el burrito mexicano más auténtico que he probado en el Reino Unido. Era asombrosamente grande por un precio realmente bueno:) el propietario se quita los calcetines para todos los que eligen frecuentar su establecimiento. Cualquiera que quiera comida de buen sabor debe visitar esta pequeña joya en el corazón del centro de la ciudad de Exeter. :)

There was a little wait when we popped in but the chef chatted along to us and entertained us as he prepared the food and made us really feel at home! The veggie burritos we ordered were huge and tasted AMAZING. Great value for money. Will definitely go back when we can!

Just the mango sauce alone should be on Dragon’s Den. These burritos are so stratospherically good that you will feel compelled to tell everyone around you it’s one of the best things you’ve ever eaten.

This is a jem of a place. How lucky we are in Exeter to have so many independent shops. We will be back lots. We had the chicken- loved the fried lemon.

We each had a chicken burrito which were very tasty. Lovely, friendly service from the owner. Will definitely be back. Thank you!

We have been to Taco Macho a couple of times now and we have never been disappointed. The burritos are packed full of flavour! We would recommend the spicy beef chilli which is always delicious. The portion sizes are very generous so you will probably won't need to eat anything for the rest of the day.

Un tipo tan amable y el burrito fue, de lejos, el mejor que he tenido. Lo único es que si la opción vegetariana tenía algo de relleno adicional, ya que tiene el mismo precio que las opciones de carne, pero para ser sincero, sabía muy bien de todos modos.

Great place to go and have some grub. Amazing value and cooked with love. And smiles, laughter with. Highly recommend

Went for lunch with a friend. Had a spicy tortilla and it was absolutely STUFFED with flavour and spice! Couldn't ask for a more satisfying take-out for lunch. The guy preparing and serving the food is quite lively and entertaining too! High recommended.

¡Este chico es increíble! ! ! !

Visited on a Saturday lunchtime with my family. Delicious burritos and very friendly owner. Portions very generous so come with a good appetite! Highly recommended and very good value!

BEWARE! This is a takeaway only. Was disappointed as walked a long way with family after reading good reviews, only to discover there was no seating. Friendly owner chatted to us but we didn't order anything. Ended up going to Comptoir Libanais which was awesome.

I was recommended by a work mate, best burrito I have had. Really tasty, fresh and amazing flavours. I had the chicken but think I will be back very soon to try the beef. Very good value, given the size of the burrito and the owner was great. Spread the word - you won’t be disappointed.

Have only heard great things about this place, however twice now in a week I’ve walked down to see the sign out outside saying open, but a post it note on the door saying back in 15 minutes. I have been so exited to try this that I hung around both times for 20-30 minutes and no one ever came back. I know it seems harsh posting a review without trying the food but I literally waited outside and went back to work hungry?

For £6, you can’t beat this experience of a made in front of you stacked burrito with a huge array of ingredients including fresh avocado. Choose from Beef, Chicken, chorizo or vegetarian. Served with friendliness and warmth. A gem of a place.

Really chatty friendly guy who greeted us and hand prepared custom Burritos for my Piccante taste buds and added chorizo for my partner. This is a TAKEAWAY place contrary to what TripAdvisor states it is! Would return when next in Exeter and much more interesting part of Exeter on Fore street with some great cosy independent cafes near by. A real MUST!!!

Partner and I just demolished 2 of these burritos and we both agreed they are some of the tastiest offerings available in Exeter. I can't recommend enough, so much flavour, amazing portion sizes and a brilliant character serving it all up!

The burritos have flavour for days people, and the owner is one of my fav people. The burrito is great value for money, top tip get the pulled pork and if you aren't too hungry ask for no rice.

This place is amazing, had the most delicious burritos here the other week. I’m going there again today as have been craving it since! Yum yum yum

Taco macho is always a great choice for lunch, friendly and welcoming every time and always delicious. Thank you!

Delicious authentic food, big portions and great service! I can see why it's so popular there's always a queue!

Went for the first time, the owner is really nice and the burrito tastes delicious, very well balanced

Went for lunch with some colleagues from work to try it for the first time and it was very good. The food is delicious and made on the go. The taco is quite big, so get ready to be happy but stuffed! The place has a very good atmosphere as well, it’s a small place but very welcoming and the owner is very nice and chill, I went with a Sombrero and they thought it was very funny and even wore it themselves!!

Just moved to Exeter and been walking past this place since being here. I decided to pop in and buy some food, its amazing!!! Will keep buying from here and recommend everyone to try it

Repeat customer since day 1, great food. Full hearty burrito that changes flavour with every bite #1

This is the best burrito I have ever had and I will definitely be going there again. It had a really warm and welcoming feeling inside and the owner is really nice. Really good portion sizes for the small price you pay. 100% worth it!

great food with a friendly owner. Would recommend the burritos , especially the beef chilli. Bit of a wait , but worth it for sure

had a massive beef chilli burrito, which was amazing! Definitely worth the wait and for $6 it is definitely worth it. Will definitely come back

Hice un viaje especial hoy para probar los normalmente increíbles buritos, me abrumaron al encontrar la tienda cerrada a las 12. Las 30 de la tarde de un viernes, por favor, en el futuro, puede indicar si está abierto o cerrado para evitar un viaje inútil.

Después de querer probar Taco Macho por un tiempo, pero desafortunadamente estando en el lado equivocado de la ciudad la mayor parte del tiempo, mi compañero sugirió que entráramos de camino al muelle.

Como un habitual en taco macho, siento la necesidad de aclarar las cosas, ya que recientemente hubo un par de críticas desagradables e injustas por parte de personas que han comido allí (no es una tienda de sándwiches) o se quejan de los horarios de apertura. cerrado cuando llegué '. Este no es un restaurante normal, es un asunto de UN HOMBRE, Gus fabrica todos los burritos con mucho amor y habilidad, así que dale un respiro si está cerrado a veces. Él hace todo por sí mismo, por lo que no debería tener que defender estar cerrado de vez en cuando o tener una hora libre, es un ser humano, por Dios, no un robot, así que dale un respiro al hombre. No es el número 1 en Exeter por casualidad, está en la cima porque hace la comida de mejor sabor en Exeter y lo hace con una sonrisa y risa y a la gente le encanta. Deja de ser amargo solo porque te perdiste

I have tried all the burritos there and all of them are really delicious. My favourite is the vegetarian one. Very tasty food,clean and friendly place, good service. This place is a 'must try' category.

Wow what can u say! I am from Cuba and I love food 🥘. I went there for a simple taco 🌮 and it was so big love it 😍. Honestly if you in fore street In Exeter I recommend pop in!

Me and my boyfriend have tried to come here at least 5 times in your pictured opening times. Every time you have been shut. We work 9-5 so it means coming on a Saturday afternoon and making a special trip in to get one of the reportedly best burritos. But it is actually impossible twice we have arrived and there a people sitting in your restaurant eating your door is propped open with a chair but are told it is closed or there is a closed sign on the chair. There is no explanation as to why.

After reading the Reviews and amazed by how the sandwich bar can be Number 1 out of 400 some thing Resturant ,me and my husband decide to give it A go, first visit on Tuesday and was closed!!! second visit Wednesday around 12:30 Just opened and not ready to cook!!!!! Although it says open at 12! Third Visit Wednesday around 3:30 and had the most average chicken sandwich I have ever try , chicken was cold just came from fridge and the salad dressing was off!!!

Love it every time. Guz is such a personality and so is his family. I absolutely love his food and the fact that he allows me to customise my order. Thank you Guz 😘

Really cool little place with authentic feel. Super friendly Mexican and Californian people and incredible genuine Mexican food which is hard to find I think. Lucky I don’t live closer else I would be in every single day 😀

Whilst the service is nothing to write home about, and the small takeaway might be lacking a bit of kerb appeal, the burritos on offer at Taco Macho are always fresh and delicious. The prices are reasonable too - it has fast become a favourite lunch spot whenever I'm in the centre.

Very small place, cash only. Choice of three fillings for the burrito (beef chilli, chicken thigh or vegetarian today). Good value, excellent quality.

As previously mentioned this take-away seems to keep independent hours. Once again on a Thursday it was closed without mention of why - or even of its hours. Door ajar - no sign of life or of existence! A parallel universe perhaps?

This place is amazing! A veritable array of various components, all flavoured and lovingly prepared then stuffed into a tortilla wrap. I was surprised by the quality of ingredients as for the amount of food you get for £6, it is very good value. Absolutely will recommend and take anyone here. Also the eccentric owner and his assistant are lovely and I like supporting a little independent business.

I had a lovely meal it was nice , nice staff and very friendly and will come again very soon keep up the good work

Stuffed full of delicious rice salad avacdo chciken and sauce. One burrito could easily feed 2! Really good value at £6

What a character that runs this small yet perfectly formed establishment. The burrito I enjoyed was amazing thoroughly recommend but not a light snack! Make sure your really hungry! Really good!!

Brilliant street food and authentic Mexican flavours. Open to adapt to your taste. Very popular at luch time and value for money.

Nice food, freshly prepared in front of you. Owner was very friendly & explained all the possible options that we could choose from. Worth getting there early as there is a limited amount of each burrito filling, so first come first filled! Recommended.

Simple menu, great value, delicious food. I’ve never seen someone put so much soul into preparing take away food, well worth a visit.

that mad mexican and his wonderful assistant certainly know how to make the finest mexican food in town,all fresh veg and made to order. couldn't ask for better,great tasting,great price cannot be beaten anywhere. even donald trump would have to agree.

Great, reasonably-priced burritos, served with good humour and smiles :) A rare find in Exeter where good independent eating is thin on the ground.

The service can't be fault. Very friendly and approachable. Price is fair and the portions are generous! The place has some nice decorations. Can't eat in, take-away only but by the time you get the burrito and get back in your car it will probably be gone! ;)

Very friendly staff - owner and lady assistant. It is perhaps a bit unfair to criticise on just one visit but my experience of the burrito I do not share with the other reviewers. It was OK, generous in size but fairly tasteless not unsurprisingly as there appeared to be more rice than meat in the mixture and the minced meat was not at all spicy in flavour which I would expect from a Mexican recipe. Frankly a Doner Kebab has more taste to it.

Huge burritos, excellent flavour and quality, great value and friendly service with a smile. Get yourself down Fore Street and try this place, you will not be disappointed.

The food here taste great and you get loads for your money so I hope you’re hungry! Will definitely be going here again.

The burritos here are some of the best I've had (and I have been to many places being half-American!), and the service is so friendly. All of the ingredients are fresh and the burrito is made in front of you. I have been twice now and I can't get enough.

Twas lovely, chef is also v nice and had an excellent chat. Highly recommend. Also cheap so students get on this (one of my better dates)

Amazing food, such a generous portion and very reasonably priced. The burrito was bursting at the seams. Don't know how he cooks those little crispy chillis but they are delicious. And friendly service along with it. Highly recommend

Guss is the original king of burritos in Exeter and it for sure shows ! Amazing and so delicious ... ask for extra spicy 😅🤤 Fun , friendly and fast service !

Let me begin by mentioning that I worked in restaurants in the US for over fifteen years, and frequently travel for great food. This review is coming from the perspective of being a lover of Mexican food, and very much up to date with what quality food is in the US.

Love this place, fresh, authentic, deliscious food, big portions - what more do you need! Always entertaining to chat to the owner and staff as well who are lovely :) we