Tavos Signature Cuisine

Once we got ahold of them and found out no reservations and that it was a very small (3-4 tables) we can't star - can't get ahold of them at their phone - tried many times - but once we got there and it was empty (scary but then worth it), we had a very nice meal - the ambiance is odd since there was only one other couple there during our entire meal but good drinks and good food. I'd try it again.
Mar 22nd, 2024

The tacos were so bland. No seasoning on the chicken, and covered in onions I had to pick off once I got home, after it was even confirmed in person I didn't want onions. Way overpriced for this let down. This photo is after I picked off the onions. First and last time going here sadly because the guy behind the counter seemed really friendly.
Mar 13th, 2024

I had my husband's birthday here It was wonderful. Our guests were very complimentary of the Rico comida! Loved the shrimp tacos. Great drinks! Had a bottle of wine for the table. We will be there again soon.
Mar 5th, 2024

Honestly, not that this places needs another 5 star review, but why not!?! First, this is NOT New Mexican cuisine, its not even TexMex, but it is bougie Mexican food. So no Hatch green chiles here. With that said The food is excellent. Its all in the seasoning and presentation. We were lucky to walk in and be seated immediately too without reservations, seeing as they are frequently waitlisted. The Birria Tacos are 5 out of 5, best weve ever had. I just closed my eyes and tried to memorize the flavor it was so good. How do they get their beef to taste like that?! The Steak Enchiladas (1 carnitas) were 4/5. Enchiladas are hard to impress, but that verde sauce was on point and the corn tortillas were soft and delicious. Carnitas were excellent, but the steak was steak, nothing superior than the norm, but good. Black beans banging too. The elote was gone before we could even take a pic. The Sopes a la carte with carnitas was excellent from top to bottom, yummy! The red and green salsas were fire!! Amazing, well made. Not every spot gets both right. They threw in the their Molletitos which were okay, but a nice introduction. The Guacamole Azteca was pretty good too, definitely worth it with the plantain chips. Save some and add to your tacos or other entrees too. The Firebowl Platanitos was memorable to say the least for its scrumptious rum and cinnamon flavor and fun experience. Overall, wonderful quaint date night! We recommend you try whatever your heart desires because you will likely enjoy whatever you get. Parking: Very limited spaces, the restaurant is very small too, so consider Uber or timing of your visit.
Mar 14th, 2024

Tavo's had some of the best Mexican food I've eaten in Milwaukee. Surprised at the minuscule size on entering, Tavo's has maybe five tables, with two four tops. I was fortunate only one couple was there at 5:30. The four of us perused the extensive and interesting menu after we ordered cocktails. This is a family-run restaurant, with the husband in the kitchen operating the stoves and his wife serving tables. Service isn't lighting quick, but it never created long waits disturbing our pleasure. Your drinks and food are custom-made; nothing is canned or mass-produced. That Margarita is a craft cocktail. Beautifully presented, each dish was a colorful display of culinary skills. My chicken with a piquant verde mole was scrumptious. The standard Burritos and Tacos rose above what you would find at 99% of the Mexican restaurants in town. Tavo's kitchen has skill apparent in every dish. Restaurant Tavo's is a culinary destination. You won't find buckets of slushy Margaritas served in plastic glasses. Prices were slightly higher than the typical Mexican joint with the packed lot and the recorded Mariachi music. However, you get what you pay for.
Feb 8th, 2024