Tacos el Tio Noy at Paseo del Carmen Shopping Mall
Location: Calle 4 Local 2, entre calle 10 y 5a avenida, Centro, 77710 Playa del Carmen, Q.R., Mexico
Paseo del Carmen Shopping Mall
Hidden-gem taco spot in Playa del Carmen serving al pastor and chorizo on blue corn tortillas.
Hidden-gem taco spot in Playa del Carmen serving al pastor and chorizo on blue corn tortillas.
Tacos el Tio Noy is a well-regarded taco restaurant in Playa del Carmen, described by reviewers as a hidden gem. It specialises in meats such as chorizo and al pastor served on delicious blue corn tortillas, offering an authentic Mexican taco experience away from the main tourist strips.The menu is focused and affordable, with a full meal of tacos costing around 100 pesos per person. The restaurant opens Thursday to Tuesday from mid-afternoon until late evening, closing on Wednesdays, and is a recurring mention on local taco guides and social media.
A must-try for taco lovers wanting an authentic, no-frills meal, Tacos el Tio Noy is a favourite among locals and visitors in the know.
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Sheila Kay
Fabulous taco spot on 4th street about a block up from 5th. The tacos are full of flavor, though a bit salty at first. The accompanying tray …
Natasha Isloor
What's great about this place is that it is on a small side street off of Quintas Avenue and the prices are a fraction of what you would pay at one of the tourist traps just one block away, and you can have truly authentic and …
Jacob Addy
Don't skip! Yes there are a lot of tacos available in playa However, the quality and value here is unmatched. The service is typical for the area so you may feel it is at a slower pace that used to. Tke your time and enjoy the food, street, and people. Great price your able to fix your tacos how you like.. and it is delicious!
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Tacos el Tio Noy
Tio Noy Restaurant Exterior
A night view of a restaurant storefront named 'Tio Noy' with a lit sign. The establishment features an open-air patio with wooden tables and chairs, some shaded by a black umbrella. Patrons are seated at tables, and staff members are visible inside and outside the building. A separate sign for 'TACOS' is visible on the right side of the facade.
Two Tacos on a White Plate
A close-up shot of two tacos served on a white, oval-shaped plate. The tacos are made with dark blue corn tortillas. The taco on the left contains light-colored, seasoned chicken pieces, topped with chopped white onions and fresh cilantro. The taco on the right contains darker, reddish-brown seasoned meat, also topped with chopped white onions and cilantro. The plate rests on a wooden table surface.
Close-up of a loaded taco
A close-up shot of a large, open-faced taco on a white plate. The taco features a folded tortilla filled with grilled meat, melted cheese, and a colorful salsa containing visible chunks of pineapple and cilantro. A fresh lime wedge sits on the plate next to the taco. The background is slightly blurred, showing hints of a red surface and wooden table.
Outdoor Dining Table with Mexican Food
A wooden table set outdoors with plates of tacos on blue corn tortillas, a bowl of guacamole with blue corn chips, and two margaritas in stemmed glasses. The setting includes wooden chairs and a view of a patio area.
Taco Bar Condiments
A top-down view of a round, patterned ceramic platter holding six small black bowls filled with taco toppings. The bowls contain chopped white onions, diced yellow pineapple, sliced lime wedges, chopped fresh cilantro, a green salsa, and a red salsa. Each bowl has a small metal spoon. To the left, there is a metal napkin holder with white paper napkins and a glass shaker of grated cheese. The setup is on a wooden table.
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