Charquitas Mexican Food

4.4 ( 282 reviews )
Checking... 09:00 AM - 08:00 PM See Hours
$10–20
16333 S Houghton Rd, Vail, AZ 85641, United States
+1 520-729-5388

Charquitas Mexican Food, nestled at 16333 S Houghton Rd in Vail, AZ, is a treasure trove for Mexican cuisine enthusiasts. This vibrant food trailer, complete with air-conditioned indoor seating and inviting outdoor areas, serves up an array of authentic dishes. Patrons rave about their Sonoran hotdogs, freshly crafted and bursting with flavor, and the tantalizing chorizo burrito, noted for its rich taste despite being a bit on the greasy side.

Customers, like Rex Meckle, have consistently praised the generous portions and commitment to fresh ingredients, emphasizing that every meal is cooked to order. The salsa bar, loaded with homemade salsas, is a delightful addition, allowing guests to customize their meals. The Musgrove Family, seasoned Mexican food aficionados, declare Charquitas as the best they’ve encountered, attributing its excellence to authentic flavors reminiscent of traditional meals enjoyed in Mexico.

With excellent service, reasonable prices, and a reputation for being busy, Charquitas is not just a restaurant but a necessary stop for anyone craving genuine Mexican food in the area. Don’t miss out on this culinary gem!

Amenities and More

  • Service options
    • Outdoor seating
    • Delivery
    • Takeaway
    • Dine-in
  • Highlights
    • Fast service
  • Popular for
    • Breakfast
    • Lunch
    • Dinner
    • Solo dining
  • Accessibility
    • Wheelchair-accessible car park
    • Wheelchair-accessible entrance
    • Wheelchair-accessible seating
  • Offerings
    • Comfort food
    • Food
    • Quick bite
    • Small plates
  • Dining options
    • Breakfast
    • Lunch
    • Dinner
    • Seating
    • Table service
  • Atmosphere
    • Casual
  • Planning
    • Accepts reservations
  • Payments
    • Credit cards
    • Debit cards
    • NFC mobile payments
    • Credit cards
  • Children
    • Good for kids
  • Parking
    • Free of charge street parking
    • Free parking lot
    • Parking

Reviews For Charquitas Mexican Food

Rex Meckle
Jun 23,2025
Fantastic Mexican food cooked in a food trailer but they have inside(AC) & outside dining areas. Plenty of fresh homemade salsa on the salsa bar & the menu has everything and it’s all fairly priced too. Everything is made fresh & hot cooked to order so be patient, the portions are worth the wait. HIGHLY RECOMMEND
Oly Sugay
May 21,2025
Best local Sonoran hotdogs! Fresh made on the spot, great customer service, and awesome tasting food!
Mariah De La Fuente
May 21,2025
As a tourist, I wish I could come here again!! I had the chorizo burrito. A bit too greasy for me, but it was really amazing. Rice is extremely flavorful too.
The Musgrove Family
Apr 17,2025
As native Tucsonans, we LOVE Mexican food, and we’ve had our fair share of it from all over the city and beyond. But let me say, Charquitas is hands down the best Mexican food we’ve ever had, point blank! The flavors are authentic, bold, and rival even some of the best meals we’ve had in Mexico itself. If you’re craving true Mexican cuisine with that perfect homemade touch, look no further. This spot is a must try!
Stan Peterson
Apr 9,2025
Excellent service, good prices, generous portions and you can get two meals out of one burrito unless you're a big eater and then you'll be taking home leftovers, nice, clean dining area. Complimentary Salsa and chip bar with your meal. This place is always busy. I've been here about five times in the past month. Highly recommended as of 1/28/19.
Jii Jiik
Mar 29,2025
6/26/22 WOW. I mean WOW!!! I had 2 fish tacos combination (with beans and rice), price 11.25. I thought a bit pricey and is not gonna be enough food however when the food came, the tacos were fat with 2 corn tortillas per taco embracing all the goodness inside. The rice PERFECT and so were the beans. I left out of there a happy camper, THANK YOU CHARQUITAS!!!! P.S. Sorry for the empty plate photo but the food was too good to stop eating to take pic :)
R Ochotorena
Mar 22,2025
The food is always good with a good menu selection. A little on the pricey side for a food truck.
Jen Pogue
Mar 19,2025
Great Food!! Fast, conveniently close, Friendly people! Very Highly recommend!!

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