Tacos
Authentic street-style tacos with premium meats and handmade tortillas.
- Barbacoa, campechanos, chicken, and milanesa options
- Fresh cilantro, onion, and lime
- Choice of housemade red or green salsa
At a Glance
This highly-rated Mexican food truck has earned a perfect 5-star reputation for serving some of Kalamazoo's best authentic barbacoa and burritos. Customers consistently praise the bold flavors of their housemade salsas and the quality of their meat preparations, with many calling it the best Mexican food they've found in the area.
- Exceptional barbacoa and campechanos
- Housemade hot salsas with authentic heat
- Restaurant-quality food from a truck
- Outstanding customer service
Why Customers Choose TACOS Y GORDITAS SANTOS
Based on 5 customer reviews
- Authentic barbacoa prepared with traditional methods
- Handmade tortillas and fresh daily ingredients
- Bold housemade salsas with genuine Mexican heat levels
- Generous portion sizes at affordable food truck prices
- Campechanos and specialty meats not found elsewhere in Kalamazoo
- Self-service setup keeps prices low while maintaining quality
Location & Local Context
Address: 1801 S Westnedge Ave, Kalamazoo, MI 49008, USA
Phone: (269) 207-8912
Parking: Food truck parking typically available on-site
Peak times: Lunch hours 11am-2pm and dinner 5-8pm
Nearby neighborhoods: Westnedge Hill, Vine, Stuart
Nearby landmarks: Near Western Michigan University, Downtown Kalamazoo area, Close to Portage Road corridor
Services & Offerings
Burritos & Burrito Plates
Generously filled burritos with rice, beans, and your choice of meat.
- Available as wrap or plated with sides
- Campechanos and barbacoa most popular
- Served with rice, beans, and salsa
Quesadillas
Large grilled quesadillas with melted cheese and premium fillings.
- Barbacoa quesadilla is customer favorite
- Made fresh to order on the grill
- Served with salsa and optional sides
Gorditas
Traditional thick tortillas stuffed with your choice of meat and toppings.
- Handmade masa for authentic texture
- Variety of meat fillings available
- Topped with fresh vegetables and salsa
Customer Reviews
⭐ 5 out of 5
5 total reviews
Most Frequently Mentioned
- Barbacoa quality (4 mentions)
- Salsa flavor/heat (4 mentions)
- Best in Kalamazoo (3 mentions)
- Restaurant quality (2 mentions)
Perfect 5-star rating maintained since opening. All 5 reviews posted within last 3 months.
★★★★★
“I'm so surprised this place doesn't have any reviews!! I got a burrito plate with campechanos meat, and it was so delicious. The red salsa is HOT, so watch out, but it's so tasty if you like a little kick. Rice and beans were decent. The horchata was really good. Would definitely recommend, and will definitely be going back!”
— Leah Morrison★★★★★
“My co-workers and I ordered from here for lunch Friday, and the food was delicious. The barbacoa burrito was fantastic. The red salsa was the heat I was looking for, and the green had an excellent flavor. It's a taco truck, so you need to grab your own salsa, napkins, etc., but the food is restaurant quality for sure. I'm going to have to give the milanesa a shot next time.”
— Nate Welling★★★★★
“Possibly the best barbacoa quesadilla I've ever had in my entire life. Definitely the best burrito I've ever had in my entire life. Kalamazoo needs better Mexican food, and this little truck is exactly that. Better.”
— Nathan Smith★★★★★
“Their chicken burrito was one of the best I have ever had. The marinade pork tacos were also delicious.”
— Scott MichielsenFrequently Asked Questions
The barbacoa burrito and quesadilla are customer favorites, along with our campechanos tacos and any item with our signature red salsa.
Our red salsa has authentic Mexican heat - it's genuinely hot, so start with a small amount if you're sensitive to spice.
We focus on traditional meat preparations, but we can make cheese quesadillas and provide rice, beans, and fresh toppings.
We're a food truck, so while we have regular spots, it's best to call ahead or check our social media for current location.
Yes, we can bring our truck to private events and parties - contact us directly to discuss catering options and pricing.
Business Activity
Status: Operating daily
Peak hours: Lunch 11am-2pm
Menu specialty: Barbacoa and campechanos
Popular this week: Barbacoa burritos, Quesadillas
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Reviews & Reputation24/35
Online Presence33/33
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