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Taqueria El Potrero

4.2 501 reviews 10:00 AM - 09:30 PM 1 Mathews Ct, Hilton Head Island, SC 29926, United States

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Located in Hilton Head Island, Taqueria El Potrero has quickly established itself as a go-to destination for lovers of authentic Mexican cuisine. The restaurant’s vibrant atmosphere complements a menu filled with dishes that impress both in flavor and presentation. Highlights include their Alambre offerings, from the succulent Alambre De Pollo with grilled chicken, bell peppers, and a melty cheese topping to the indulgent Alambre Texano, which combines ribeye steak, shrimp, and bacon. Customer reviews consistently praise the freshness and seasoning of the dishes. Jason Livvix noted the beautiful presentation and the kind service, mentioning they were not charged for bottled water—a small touch that makes a big difference. Kurt Hickling emphasized the generous portions, making meals not only satisfying but also a great value. Meanwhile, Uyen Bui showcased the attentive service despite the restaurant being busy, highlighting an admirable ability to accommodate customers’ needs without compromising speed. With dishes like the chorizo and pastor tacos receiving rave reviews, Taqueria El Potrero is firmly positioned as a must-visit for anyone seeking a flavorful and authentic Mexican experience. Overall, this charming taqueria not only serves delicious food but also fosters a welcoming environment that keeps diners returning.

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Amenities & More

Service options

  • Delivery
  • Onsite services
  • Takeout
  • Dine-in

Highlights

  • Fast service
  • Great beer selection
  • Serves local specialty

Popular for

  • Lunch
  • Dinner
  • Solo dining

Dining options

  • Brunch
  • Lunch
  • Dinner
  • Dessert
  • Seating
  • Table service

Amenities

  • Restroom

Atmosphere

  • Casual
  • Cozy
  • Trendy

Crowd

  • Groups
  • Tourists
Note: Amenity details are aggregated from verified visits, the venue's website and Google. They may change without notice. We recommend confirming key details (pet policy, accessibility, reservations) directly with Taqueria El Potrero before visiting.

Reviews for Taqueria El Potrero

4.2
501 reviews
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30%
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7%
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14%

Review highlights

Based on 501 reviews

Taqueria El Potrero is widely appreciated for its fresh, authentic Mexican cuisine, with particular praise for flavorful dishes like tacos and seafood options. Customers often highlight generous portion sizes and visually appealing presentations. The restaurant’s service generally receives positive remarks for attentiveness and accommodating requests, even during busy periods. While the atmosphere is casual and welcoming, some feedback points to occasional slow initial engagement from staff upon arrival. Pricing on beverages is noted as higher compared to other items, though complimentary touches such as bottled water with ice are appreciated. Overall, Taqueria El Potrero stands out as a favored dining spot on Hilton Head Island for those seeking genuine Latin American flavors and hearty meals.

Jason Livvix
May 10, 2025

The food was so fresh and delicious!! Beautifully presented a well. If we ever find ourselves in the area again, we will definitely go back. We ordered water (because drinks are too expensive everywhere), we were given bottled water with the offer of a glass of ice. They did not charge for the waters.

Kurt Hickling
Apr 29, 2025

Food was awesome, well seasoned. Authentic tastes, portions are a lot, had to get a doggy bag. Definitely would recommend this place for great food and excellent service. Had the Tableta Potrero and the Fried fish and I tell you, this is now our favorite spot on Hilton Head Island.

Uyen Bui
Apr 18, 2025

I ordered shrimp soup and wanted to share with my friend. So I asked for 2 empty bowls. But our waitress brought 2 separate bowls with soup. At first we thought she heard us wrong and made 2 orders because the bowls seemed really big. But it turned out that it was just one order and she just split for us in advance. She was the only one waitress but she was very fast. The restaurant was crowded but we didn’t have to wait long for our foods. Highly recommended this place to try Mexican foods. It’s cheap and huge amount of foods.

mark hopus
Apr 11, 2025

Really some of the best tacos and Spanish food I’ve ever had... try the chorizo and pastor tacos *chefs kiss

Mike Melton
Mar 17, 2025

I’m always excited to try authentic Mexican food restaurants. On my first visit, I walked in and all of the staff was behind the counter. I waited for someone to greet me but it did not happen. I approached the staff and asked if anywhere was ok and they said yes. I sat down, received my chips, salsa and drink quickly. It took about ten minutes for the waitress to come back and ask me about my order. Despite not being that busy, my food took awhile to arrive. The chicken enchiladas, rice and beans were delicious. The orange salsa at the salsa bar was some of the hottest and tastiest salsa I have ever had. Staff never came back to ask if things were ok or to refill my drink. On my second visit, (mainly because of the salsa) it was a different experience with the staff. Maria was very attentive and took great care of me. The grilled tilapia, rice and beans were absolutely perfect. I can’t wait to come back and eat more. I highly recommend this place for authentic Mexican food lovers.

Aaliyah Cordova
Mar 15, 2025

Went to eat here for my first time and absolutely loved it! True Hispanic food unlike some other places! Will definitely be going back. Our Server was also amazing she gave quick, efficient and friendly service!

Michele Collins
Mar 02, 2025

I order the seafood soup and the shrimp fajita with rice and beans. They sell soft drinks and beer so I order a nice cold Corona. The atmosphere was nice and so was the staff. I'm definitely going back.

Aaliyah Ramirez
Feb 26, 2025

Ordered on DoorDash and I have to give them credit!! They packaged everything beautifully nothing spilled, and everything arrived fresh and taste is always amazing highly recommend them for fresh ethnic mexican food 11/10 always they never disappoint me we paid a little more because of DoorDash fees but honestly it’s well worth the money

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Address
1 Mathews Ct, Hilton Head Island, SC 29926, United States
Price range
$10–20
Category
Mexican restaurants

Opening hours

  • Monday (Today) 10:00 AM - 09:30 PM
  • Tuesday 10:00 AM - 09:30 PM
  • Wednesday 10:00 AM - 09:30 PM
  • Thursday 10:00 AM - 09:30 PM
  • Friday 10:00 AM - 10:00 PM
  • Saturday 10:00 AM - 10:00 PM
  • Sunday 10:00 AM - 09:30 PM

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