Native Tongues Taqueria Victoria Park

Name: Native Tongues Taqueria Victoria Park
Address: 235 12 Ave SWComida Taqueria Ltd, Calgary, AB, Canada, T2R 1H7
Telephone: (403) 263-9444
Price range: CAN$30 and under
Rating: 4.8

4.8

21 Reviews

CAN$30 and under

Mexican

Native Tongues Taqueria

Native Tongues is a modern Taqueria rooted in the traditional street and market foods of Mexico. We pride ourselves on trying to recreate an authentic Mexican experience for our guests.

Join us this summer on our Patio for Happy Hour
2-5pm Monday-Friday

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Hungry now? Let the restaurant know you're coming by joining their waitlist. Download the app to give it a try, or contact the restaurant.

Order delivery or takeout

Takeout

(403) 263-9444

Additional information

Dining style
Casual Dining
Cuisines
Mexican
Hours of Operation
Mon–Thu, Sun 11:30 am–11:00 pm Fri, Sat 10:30 am–1:00 am
Phone number
(403) 263-9444
Website
http://www.nativetongues.ca/
Payment Options
AMEX, MasterCard, Visa
Dress Code
Casual Dress

Location
235 12 Ave SWComida Taqueria Ltd, Calgary, AB T2R 1H7
Neighbourhood
Calgary
Parking Details
Street Parking
Additional
Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Delivery, Full Bar, Gender Neutral Restroom, Gluten-free Options, Happy Hour, Late Night, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Takeout, Weekend Brunch, Wheelchair Access, Wine

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Chips y Guacamole$15.00
made in house
Chilaquiles Verde or Morita$10.00
totopos, salsa fresca, crema, queso, cilantro
Hamburguesa al Carbon$15.00
the works. served with chips & hot sauce
Donitas$8.00
mini donas, porcini mushroom salt, pepper, whipped queso, cilantro
Esquites$8.00
braised corn, herb oil, mayonesa, queso fresco, onions, cilantro
Ceviche Verde de Camaron$19.00
tiger prawns, cucumber, tomato, red onion, watercress, radish, serrano and lime aguachile
Fruto del Mar Ceviche$16.00
octopus, shrimp, cucumber, cherry tomatoes, red onion, aguachile rojo, saladitas
Escabeche$4.00
pickled vegetables
Salsa Tasting$14.00
salsa negra, salsa fresca, serrano emulsion, salsa macha, salsa habanero, comes with tortilla chips
Caesar Salad$13.00
grilled romaine, house made caesar dressing, shaved parmesan, croutons, crispy chicken skin
Tinga Soup$13.00
chipotle tomato vegetable broth, queso fresco, avocado, crispy tortilla, white onion
Caesar Salad$13.00
grilled romaine, house made caesar dressing, shaved parmesan, croutons, crispy chicken skin

Tostadas

Bean & Cheese 2.1$11.00
refritos, whipped queso, avocado, serrano, radishes, watercress
Tuna Contramar$17.00
ahi tuna, maggi, chipotle mayonesa, crispy leeks, avocado

Tacos de Guisado

Braised meats & vegetables wrapped in warm corn tortillas. Served with Salsa Verde and Salsa Roja

Birria$3.95
beef brisket, adobo, red onion, cilantro
Carnitas$3.95
confit pork, white onion, cilantro
Cochinita Pibil$3.95
braised pork, orange, achiote, pickled red onion, cilantro
Pollo Tinga$3.95
chicken, chipotle tomato, onion, cilantro
Frijoles$3.95
refried beans, crema, queso fresco, onion, cilantro
Hongos$3.95
locally cultivated mushrooms, kale, crema, queso fresco, onion, cilantro
Barbacoa de Cordero$36.00
slow roasted lamb neck, salsa roja, coal roasted cebollas, avocado, agua chile, white onion, cilantro, served with 8 corn tortillas

Tacos al Carbon

Tacos cooked on our charcoal grill for that mouth watering taste. Larger than our tacos de guisado

Pork Belly Pibil$6.00
pork belly marinated in achiote and citrus then grilled, pineapple habanero salsa, pickled red onions, cilantro
Carne Asada$6.00
grilled steak, chiles tornados, roasted potatoes, green onions, cilantro, salsa aguacate
Pollo Adobado$6.00
citrus adobo marinated chicken, coleslaw, salsa negra
Octopus al Pastor$6.00
grilled octopus, adobo al pastor, grilled pineapple, white onion, cilantro

Postres

a.k.a. After the Meal

Pineapple$10.00
Grilled pineapple, toasted coconut, coconut chantilly
Helado$3.00
Vanilla soft serve ice cream. Toppings: flan crumble, salted caramel, chocolate sauce, mini donas
Donas!$5.00
original glazed donuts, made in house daily
Flan Mexicana$10.00
spanish flan, caramel, coconut, almond, plantain
Carajillo$8.50
cold brew, liquor 43 (traditional after dinner drink)

Guarniciones

a.k.a. Sides

Refritos$3.50
Cebollas$2.25
1/2 Avocado$3.25
Rice$3.50
4 Tortillas$1.25
Tortilla Chips$2.00
Guacamole$3.50
Something Hot!$2.50
Salsa Roja$2.50
Salsa Verde$2.50
Crema$2.50
Chipotle Crema$2.50
Serrano Emulsion$2.50
Salsa Macha$2.50
Salsa Fresca$2.50
Salsa Negra$2.50
Salsa Habanera$2.50

What 21 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

Reviews can only be made by diners who have eaten at this restaurant

4.8

4.8 based on recent ratings

4.7Food
4.4Service
4.6Ambience
4.2Value

Noise • Moderate

S
Steven
Calgary
1 review
3.0
1 review
Dined 4 days ago
overall3food4service1ambience5
Other than service everything was good. The only interaction I had from my actual server was at the end for my payment. Had to pull a different server to grab my order.
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OpenTable Diner
Calgary
9 reviews
4.0
9 reviews
Dined on May 22, 2023
overall4food4service4ambience5
The food was delicious and fresh. The server was attentive and gave me great suggestions to accommodate my dietary restrictions. Overall it was priced a bit high for the portion sizes but the taste was so good that we will definitely be back again.
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LoralynJ
Calgary
2 reviews
5.0
2 reviews
Dined on April 23, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
Amazing food! Great atmosphere. Staff was super friendly and helpful with the menu. Would go back.
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MsMack
Vancouver
34 reviews
vip
5.0
34 reviews
Dined on February 10, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
Great modern Mexican food and vibe! Will come back again
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OT
OpenTable Diner
Calgary
3 reviews
5.0
3 reviews
Dined on August 24, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
Always fabulous food, beverages and friendly staff. Save room for the Mexican donut 😋
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candrews
Calgary
10 reviews
vip
4.0
10 reviews
Dined on July 14, 2022
overall4food5service4ambience5
We love Native Tongues. A little disappointed with the service this time as we had to ask repeatedly for a refill on our nacho chips. Otherwise, everything else was great.
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OT
OpenTable Diner
Calgary
12 reviews
vip
5.0
12 reviews
Dined on July 7, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
So fun loved it!
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IsraelE
Vancouver
2 reviews
vip
1.0
2 reviews
Dined on June 19, 2022
overall1food3service3ambience3
The barbacoa was a rip off , paid 40 cad for mostly bones
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OT
OpenTable Diner
Toronto
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on June 10, 2022
overall5food5service3ambience5
My favourite taco spot in Calgary. The beef brisket taco and quesadilla are top tier.
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OT
OpenTable Diner
Las Vegas
2 reviews
5.0
2 reviews
Dined on May 23, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
Fast and delicious authentic food!
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VicE
Edinburgh
2 reviews
1.0
2 reviews
Dined on May 14, 2022
overall1food4service1ambience2
Drinks and food were good and friendly bartender, but not worth going back for the disappointingly poor service. Waited in an online queue but saw there were seats up at the bar when we arrived to the restaurant. Asked if we could order drinks and wait up at the bar until our table opened up and that seemed to cause alot of confusion and drama with the hostess. We were a group of 4 on a Friday late evening and the place was emptying so rush time can't be used as an excuse. Our server was also really clueless and spaced out, we waited a long time for our drinks and they also messed up our bills at the end. Total gong show from beginning to end.
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shira
Manitoba
5 reviews
5.0
5 reviews
Dined on April 2, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
Unreal! So good!! Highly recommend!
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OT
OpenTable Diner
Montreal
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on March 21, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
Great service, even better food!
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SR
SallyR
Calgary
7 reviews
5.0
7 reviews
Dined on March 13, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
The best tacos in Calgary. Guac is great too. Great location.
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OT
OpenTable Diner
Edmonton
2 reviews
5.0
2 reviews
Dined on February 15, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
Love it here! Our server was fantastic and the food never disappoints!
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CP
CarolineP
Calgary
34 reviews
vip
4.0
34 reviews
Dined on February 12, 2022
overall4food4service4ambience4
Very popular taqueria- vibrant and lively - diverse clientele. The donuts are a must try for desert!
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C
Clarkster
Calgary
11 reviews
2.0
11 reviews
Dined on January 29, 2022
overall2food3service5ambience5
I have been to this restaurant many times and was sadly disappointed this trip to the point it will no longer be a favourite . Many of the family style favs were gone leaving tacos- that’s it. The ceviche was served raw, which I understand is raw fish however the idea is that the marinade cooks the fish, this was not the case the shrimp was completely grey. The shrimp was whole other ingredients were big chunks and therefore did not offer good flavour profile when trying to load big chunks of everything on a chip. Disappointing. Ordered the lamb neck which was very fatty. Scallions were grilled and left long so you couldn’t bite through them. Asked for a sharp knife to be able to cut everything up to serve better and even then could not cut through the grilled scallions . I know this seems lame but you need to think about the dining experience, small tables so hard to basically prep your own food to be able to eat. Left feeling frustrated
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RebeccaL
Calgary
3 reviews
1.0
3 reviews
Dined on January 8, 2022
overall1food1service1ambience1
The restaurant is closed…might be best to remove it from Open Table, until the reopen.
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OpenTable Diner
Calgary
3 reviews
4.0
3 reviews
Dined on October 18, 2021
overall4food5service4ambience4
Been my go to taco place. Love all of their taco! You can’t go wrong in this place. music is pretty loud , not a place to really have conversation but if you’re here to chill with friends it’s a great place! Their guacamole + corn is amazing! Free chips refill!! If I’m not mistaken haha, ambiance is the best especially the art works around!
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AA10
Calgary
5 reviews
vip
5.0
5 reviews
Dined on September 12, 2021
overall5food5service5ambience5
Great food… service was awesome. From the hostess to our waiter. I live the ambiance at this place.
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McTee
Vancouver
10 reviews
vip
5.0
10 reviews
Dined on August 14, 2021
overall5food5service5ambience5
Awesome. Every dish we had was delicious. Margarita game is on point.
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Safety precautions

Cleaning & sanitising
- Surfaces sanitised between seatings
- Digital, disposable or sanitised menu provided
- Common areas deep-cleaned daily
- Sanitiser or wipes provided for customers
Physical distancing
- Limited number of seated diners
- Distancing maintained in common areas
- Extra space between tables

Protective equipment
- Waitstaff wear masks
Screening
- Sick staff prohibited in the workplace
- Staff temperature check required
- Contact tracing information collected

FAQs

You can order delivery directly from Native Tongues Taqueria Victoria Park using the Order Online button. Native Tongues Taqueria Victoria Park also offers takeout which you can order by calling the restaurant at (403) 263-9444.

Native Tongues Taqueria Victoria Park is rated 4.8 stars by 21 OpenTable diners.

Hungry now?

Hungry now? Let the restaurant know you're coming by joining their waitlist. Download the app to give it a try, or contact the restaurant.

Order delivery or takeout

Takeout

(403) 263-9444

Google Map for Native Tongues Taqueria Victoria Park

235 12 Ave SWComida Taqueria Ltd, Calgary, AB T2R 1H7

Additional information

Neighbourhood
Calgary
Hours of Operation
Mon–Thu, Sun 11:30 am–11:00 pm Fri, Sat 10:30 am–1:00 am
Cuisines
Mexican
Dining style
Casual Dining
Dress Code
Casual Dress
Parking Details
Street Parking
Payment Options
AMEX, MasterCard, Visa
Additional
Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Delivery, Full Bar, Gender Neutral Restroom, Gluten-free Options, Happy Hour, Late Night, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Takeout, Weekend Brunch, Wheelchair Access, Wine

Website
http://www.nativetongues.ca/
Phone number
(403) 263-9444

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Native Tongues Taqueria Victoria Park

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Order delivery or takeout

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Additional information

The Best Restaurants in Calgary

Antojitos

Chips y Guacamole$15.00

Chilaquiles Verde or Morita$10.00

Hamburguesa al Carbon$15.00

Donitas$8.00

Esquites$8.00

Ceviche Verde de Camaron$19.00

Fruto del Mar Ceviche$16.00

Escabeche$4.00

Salsa Tasting$14.00

Caesar Salad$13.00

Tinga Soup$13.00

Caesar Salad$13.00

Tostadas

Bean & Cheese 2.1$11.00

Tuna Contramar$17.00

Tacos de Guisado

Birria$3.95

Carnitas$3.95

Cochinita Pibil$3.95

Pollo Tinga$3.95

Frijoles$3.95

Hongos$3.95

Barbacoa de Cordero$36.00

Tacos al Carbon

Pork Belly Pibil$6.00

Carne Asada$6.00

Pollo Adobado$6.00

Octopus al Pastor$6.00

Postres

Pineapple$10.00

Helado$3.00

Donas!$5.00

Flan Mexicana$10.00

Carajillo$8.50

Guarniciones

Refritos$3.50

Cebollas$2.25

1/2 Avocado$3.25

Rice$3.50

4 Tortillas$1.25

Tortilla Chips$2.00

Guacamole$3.50

Something Hot!$2.50

Salsa Roja$2.50

Salsa Verde$2.50

Crema$2.50

Chipotle Crema$2.50

Serrano Emulsion$2.50

Salsa Macha$2.50

Salsa Fresca$2.50

Salsa Negra$2.50

Salsa Habanera$2.50

Overall ratings and reviews

Cleaning & sanitising

Physical distancing

Protective equipment

Screening

FAQs

Does Native Tongues Taqueria Victoria Park offer delivery through OpenTable or takeout?

How is Native Tongues Taqueria Victoria Park restaurant rated?

Hungry now?

Order delivery or takeout

Takeout

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