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Hugo's Tacos
- Studio City
- $
Mexican
Street
- Food
- great
- Vibe
- bad
- Perks
- great
Food: Tasteless and overpriced
While the Carnitas Taco and Breakfast Burrito might be considered Hugo's Tacos' signature dishes, they fall short of expectation. Reviewers lamented the overwhelming blandness and underwhelming taste. Even the Torta Ahogada, the touted 'comfort food', is unfortunately not immune to the overall poor taste. The portions are laughably small, further deepening the chasm between cost and satisfaction. The only redemption, it seems, comes in the form of the creativity and variety packed into the extensive menu.
Great Variety
Extensive menu appeals to various diets and preferences; consistently good.
Okay Value
Some reviews express fair pricing for quality, giving a balanced view.
Low Quality
Some experiences of stale, bland, and poor-quality food deteriorating.
Top 3 dishes at Hugo's Tacos
- 1
Carnitas Taco 🏆
Described as the best tasting, with great flavors and perfect crispiness.
- 2
Breakfast Burrito
Satisfyingly huge portion, delicious with favorable pricing specials mentioned.
- 3
Torta Ahogada
Delicious blend of spicy, sweet, and savory; the ultimate comfort.
Vibe: Cramped and overrated
The ambiance at Hugo's Tacos is nothing to rave about; long lines, pitifully few tables huddled near a noisy freeway. Romantics would need look elsewhere, since Hugo's lack of privacy and noise levels make it a terrible choice for date nights. Furthermore, the absence of a liquor license mars the experience with a distinct lack of choice in drinks. The buzz is a lot of criticism for its overinflated reputation.
Bad Drinks
Does not seem to have a liquor license, limiting experience.
Perks: Cramped parking and poor service
The hassles with Hugo's Tacos don't end with the food and vibe. Parking is a chore, with limited availability and difficult access owing to proximity to a busy freeway. Customers may even struggle to find seating during rush hours, a pain further amplified for groups, with the limited outdoor seating contributing to long wait times. Not to mention the service is simply subpar, as reviews about long waits, rude staff and lack of professionalism attest to.
Great For Diets
Vegan, vegetarian, and gluten-free options are abundant and delicious.
Bad Service
Long waits, rude staff, and lack of professionalism frustrate customers.