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Taquizas jalisco (catering) Taco para eventos

Taco restaurant · East Palo Alto, CA · reviewed since 2024

How the Experts Score is calculatedEach factor is scored 0–100 on absolute terms (standing in the category can only raise it), then weighted; problems flagged in review highlights or a recent slide in ratings are subtracted:Satisfaction 69%98+67.8Reliability 31%96+29.5Experts Score= 97Not enough data for value, replies to reviews; its weight is shared by the others.Grade A: A = 80+, B = 60–79, C = 40–59, D = 20–39. Needs 10+ reviews.97SCORE
AGradeLetter from the Experts Score: A = 80+, B = 60–79, C = 40–59, D = 20–39, F = under 20.
#8 of 111 caterersPosition by Experts Score among all companies we track in this category. · better than 94%
5.0 ★★★★★ 58 Google reviews · 22 photos
100%five-star reviews
5.00★last 12 monthsAverage stars on reviews from the last 12 months only.
0%1–2★ in 2 yearsShare of 1–2★ reviews in the last 24 months — or the 20 newest reviews when the company had fewer than 20 in that time.
98%reviews answered by the owner
Oct 2026latest review

Taquizas jalisco (catering) Taco para eventos at a glance

Google reviewers rate this East Palo Alto catering business five stars based on fifty-eight reviews, noting that the owner responds to ninety-eight percent of feedback. Customers highlight punctual arrivals, responsive communication, and reasonable pricing for authentic tacos, quesadillas, and sides. Service is described as professional and stress-free, with staff accommodating large groups and dietary needs while ensuring fresh food and thorough cleanup.

  • Google rating: 5.0 out of 5 from 58 reviews (100% five-star).
  • Reviews on this page: 58 Google reviews (56 with written comments, 11 with photos).
  • Owner responses: the business replied to 98% of reviews.
  • Most recent review: October 18, 2026.
  • Service: Caterer serving East Palo Alto, California.

Data from Google, last updated October 31, 2026.

Score profile vs other caterers

Score per factor (100 = best)Each factor is scored 0–100 on absolute terms (star average, share of 1–2★ reviews, price verdicts…); standing within the category can only raise it, never lower it.. Strongest: momentum and satisfaction; weakest: reliability.

Satisfaction98Reliability96Craft & service–Value–Momentum100Replies to reviews–Satisfaction: 98 (median 86)Reliability: 96 (median 87)Momentum: 100 (median 100)
This companyCaterers median0 = centre, 100 = best
SatisfactionSatisfaction · 54% of the scoreRecency-weighted star average (2-year half-life), shrunk toward the category mean by review volume; the company’s own lifetime average as the prior; absolute: 4.0★ = 0, 5★ = 100.Taquizas jalisco (catering) Taco para eventos: 98/100 on this factor. Category median: 86.A
98
ReliabilityReliability · 24% of the scoreHow rarely jobs go badly: share of 1–2★ reviews — 60% the last 24 months (or the 20 newest if fewer), 40% all-time; 0% = 100, 15%+ = 0; the category percentile can only raise it.Taquizas jalisco (catering) Taco para eventos: 96/100 on this factor. Category median: 87.A
96
Craft & serviceCraft & service · penalty only, up to −10 pointsGoogle review highlights: Quality, Professionalism, Responsiveness, Punctuality — how rarely reviewers flag them as a negative, per review since highlights began; 0% = 100, 5%+ = 0. Subtracted from the score (up to −10), never averaged in — clean highlights are the norm, not a bonus.Not enough reviews for this factor yet. Category median: 99.–
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ValueValue · 14% of the scoreCustomers’ own price verdicts (Great / Reasonable vs Overpriced) and Value highlights; 65% absolute (all “reasonable” ≈ 80, “great” = 100), the category percentile can only raise it.Not enough reviews for this factor yet. Category median: 95.–
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MomentumMomentum · penalty only, up to −10 pointsPenalises only a real slide: last-12-month average below lifetime (−0.5★ = 0). Still 4.8★+ over the last year, or steady/improving = 100. Subtracted from the score (up to −10), never averaged in.Taquizas jalisco (catering) Taco para eventos: 100/100 on this factor. Category median: 100.A
100
Replies to reviewsReplies to reviews · 7% of the scoreHow often the owner publicly replies to reviews under 5★ (1–4★). Needs 3+ such reviews, otherwise not counted; 65% absolute (80%+ replied = 100), the category percentile can only raise it.Not enough reviews for this factor yet. Category median: 31.–
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Star ratings

58 Google reviews we collected

  • 5 stars58100%
  • 4 stars00%
  • 3 stars00%
  • 2 stars00%
  • 1 star00%

Praise vs complaints

Phrases our text analysis found in 56 written reviews

  • Praise10399%
  • Complaints11%

Topic share

How often each topic comes up in the written reviews

  • Would recommend2625%
  • Staff & attitude2221%
  • Speed & response1918%
  • Quality & results1716%
  • Price & value1413%
  • Communication55%
  • Honesty & trust11%

What customers talk about

We read 56 written reviews and marked every phrase about these topics. The same colors are highlighted in the reviews.

  • “Would recommend you have some spare serving utensils ready for the leftover rice, beans, and meat for people to grab more food after Norberto leaves.”
  • “The food was very tasty and the meat had nice seasoning.”
  • “The service was outstanding: punctual, friendly, and very attentive at all times.”
  • “Taquiza Jalisco gave us great service and Great pricing.”
  • “Their pricing was very reasonable, especially considering the quality of service and food.”
  • “Very easy to communicate and professional throughout.”
  • “We recently had the pleasure of hiring Taquiza Jalisco and his wonderful daughter for our event and I can honestly say it was the best decision we’ve made.”

People customers mention

  • Norberto 4 reviews
  • Mexican 3 reviews

praise complaint · found by our text analysis, Google review wording unchanged.

Recent reviews

KeenanLocal Guide · 19 reviewsTotal number of Google reviews this person has written across all businesses on Google Maps (not just this one). More reviews usually means a more experienced, trustworthy reviewer. · a month ago★★★★★

Absolutely amazing family owned business. Please support and show love! The food is great, the service is friendly. Cannot recommend enough. Best Mexican catering in Palo Alto!

Axel2 reviewsTotal number of Google reviews this person has written across all businesses on Google Maps (not just this one). More reviews usually means a more experienced, trustworthy reviewer. · a month ago★★★★★

Had the pleasure of Hiring Taquiza Jalisco!. They take care of everything completely stress free compared to having to cook for a party!. We had our choice of 3 meats rice, beans full taco service chilies Union cilantro lime. On top of everything a Agua Fresca is also included. Taquiza Jalisco gave us great service…

Rebeca3 reviewsTotal number of Google reviews this person has written across all businesses on Google Maps (not just this one). More reviews usually means a more experienced, trustworthy reviewer. · a month ago★★★★★

Highly recommend. Food was great service was excellent. I am definitely going to get them for my next gathering or party.

LeslieLocal Guide · 8 reviewsTotal number of Google reviews this person has written across all businesses on Google Maps (not just this one). More reviews usually means a more experienced, trustworthy reviewer. · 2 months ago★★★★★

Norberto and his son were the hit of my son’s birthday party. Food was delicious, fresh and fast. Very reasonable and easy. I paid for a couple additional hours and glad I did. Their grilled tacos and quesadillas were very popular 😊

Customer photo from Leslie's review
Lizeth7 reviewsTotal number of Google reviews this person has written across all businesses on Google Maps (not just this one). More reviews usually means a more experienced, trustworthy reviewer. · 3 months ago★★★★★

I found Norberto last minute a week prior to my kiddo's birthday party. We chose the packet for 40 people with 3 types of meat and also quesadillas for vegetarians. Tacos and quesadillas were made to order. Norberto arrived 1 hour early to set up and the service was great. The food was very tasty and the meat had…

Rachel5 reviewsTotal number of Google reviews this person has written across all businesses on Google Maps (not just this one). More reviews usually means a more experienced, trustworthy reviewer. · 4 months ago★★★★★

We hired Taquizas Tacos for a 50 person graduation party. Norberto was very responsive and professional. The food was fantastic! We had them prepare quesadillas at the beginning of the party to pass as appetizers. The tacos were delicious and they have a bunch of accompaniments, including 4 different salsas,…

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Customer reviews

5.0 ★★★★★ 58 reviews on Google · rating breakdown

Reviews from Google, shown as published (original wording, unedited).

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Donald HopkinsLocal Guide · 23 reviewsTotal number of Google reviews Donald has written across all businesses on Google Maps, not just this one.
Review from Google · view on Google
★★★★★

These guys are amazing!!

Response from the owner · 2 days ago

Thank you so much

Keenan StoneLocal Guide · 19 reviewsTotal number of Google reviews Keenan has written across all businesses on Google Maps, not just this one.
Review from Google · view on Google
★★★★★

Absolutely amazing family owned business. Please support and show love! The food is great, the service is friendly. Cannot recommend enough. Best Mexican catering in Palo Alto!

  • Price per person: $10–20
  • Group size: Suitable for all group sizes
Axel Mendez2 reviewsTotal number of Google reviews Axel has written across all businesses on Google Maps, not just this one.
Review from Google · view on Google
★★★★★

Had the pleasure of Hiring Taquiza Jalisco!. They take care of everything completely stress free compared to having to cook for a party!. We had our choice of 3 meats rice, beans full taco service chilies Union cilantro lime. On top of everything a Agua Fresca is also included. Taquiza Jalisco gave us great service and Great pricing. I would definitely recommend! Will be using them in the future!

Response from the owner · a month ago

Axel thank you very much for trusting Taquizas Jalisco, and your event🙏🏻🙏🏻🙏🏻

Rebeca Rangel3 reviewsTotal number of Google reviews Rebeca has written across all businesses on Google Maps, not just this one.
Review from Google · view on Google
★★★★★

Highly recommend. Food was great service was excellent. I am definitely going to get them for my next gathering or party.

  • Meal type: Lunch
Response from the owner · a month ago

Rebeca thank you very much for trusting Taquizas Jalisco for your event🙏🏻🙏🏻🙏🏻🙏🏻

Leslie van VeenendaalLocal Guide · 8 reviewsTotal number of Google reviews Leslie has written across all businesses on Google Maps, not just this one.
Review from Google · view on Google
★★★★★

Norberto and his son were the hit of my son’s birthday party. Food was delicious, fresh and fast. Very reasonable and easy. I paid for a couple additional hours and glad I did. Their grilled tacos and quesadillas were very popular 😊

  • Price per person: $20–30
  • Noise level: Very quiet
  • Group size: Suitable for all group sizes
  • Wait time: No wait
  • Recommendation for vegetarians: Highly recommend
  • Vegetarian offerings: Vegetarian menu or section
Response from the owner · 2 months ago

Thank you for trusting Tequizas jalisco on your event🙏🏻🙏🏻🙏🏻🙏🏻

Julian Mourier5 reviewsTotal number of Google reviews Julian has written across all businesses on Google Maps, not just this one.
Review from Google · view on Google
★★★★★

Super friendly dad-son duo and delicious tacos 👌

Response from the owner · 2 months ago

Thank you so muchs🙏🏻🙏🏻🙏🏻

Lizeth Chiprez7 reviewsTotal number of Google reviews Lizeth has written across all businesses on Google Maps, not just this one.
Review from Google · view on Google
★★★★★

I found Norberto last minute a week prior to my kiddo's birthday party. We chose the packet for 40 people with 3 types of meat and also quesadillas for vegetarians. Tacos and quesadillas were made to order. Norberto arrived 1 hour early to set up and the service was great. The food was very tasty and the meat had nice seasoning. It was all authentic Mexican food. Service was 2 hours. They leave the leftover food with you. Would recommend you have some spare serving utensils ready for the leftover rice, beans, and meat for people to grab more food after Norberto leaves. Also if you want to keep the leftover agua fresca, have a pitcher ready. Would recommend and hire them again

Response from the owner · 2 months ago

Thank you for trusting Taquizas Jalisco on your event👍👍👍

Clinton LopezLocal Guide · 8 reviewsTotal number of Google reviews Clinton has written across all businesses on Google Maps, not just this one.
Review from Google · view on Google
★★★★★

Great tacos

  • Meal type: Lunch
  • Price per person: $30–40
  • Noise level: Quiet, easy to talk
  • Group size: 9+ people
Response from the owner · 2 months ago

Thank you so much🫡🫡🫡

Rachel Warner5 reviewsTotal number of Google reviews Rachel has written across all businesses on Google Maps, not just this one.
Review from Google · view on Google
★★★★★

We hired Taquizas Tacos for a 50 person graduation party. Norberto was very responsive and professional. The food was fantastic! We had them prepare quesadillas at the beginning of the party to pass as appetizers. The tacos were delicious and they have a bunch of accompaniments, including 4 different salsas, chips and taco toppings. They arrived early to set up, and did a wonderful job. Almost all party goers had seconds, and even thirds.

  • Recommended dishes: Taco Bar
  • Group size: 9+ people
Response from the owner · 4 months ago

Thank you for trusting Taquizas Jalisco on your event

Office Account1 reviewTotal number of Google reviews Office has written across all businesses on Google Maps, not just this one.
Review from Google · view on Google
★★★★★

We recently used Taquizas Jalisco for an event, and they were fantastic from start to finish. They were incredibly accommodating when our attendee count increased, making the process stress-free and easy to manage. Their pricing was very reasonable, especially considering the quality of service and food. The tacos and sides were delicious, and our guests had nothing but positive things to say. The team was professional, friendly, and kept everything running smoothly throughout the event. I highly recommend Taquizas Jalisco for anyone looking for catering for a party or special event. We look forward to working with them again for our next event!

  • Meal type: Dinner
  • Price per person: $10–20
Response from the owner · 5 months ago

Thank you for trusting Taquizas Jalisco on your event 🙏🏻🙏🏻🙏🏻🙏🏻

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Business details

  • Address: 1133 Mello St, East Palo Alto, CA 94303
  • Phone: (650) 290-3079
  • Service area: East Palo Alto, CA