Taqueria El Jalapeño - Mexican restaurant in Madison - 1318 S Midvale Blvd, USA

Great family-owned restaurant that serves authentic Mexican food for a great price. We went here on a whim because they were one of the few sit-down restaurants that serve food after 9pm. We were able to be seated immediately and served promptly. The booths are HUGE and very comfortably fit 3-4 adults on each side. Each table/booth is unique with beautiful designs and bright colors (see photos). They have a smaller menu but they do great with all the dishes offered. This menu specifically has the most traditional/authentic Mexican dishes of any of the restaurants in the area. Their chips and salsa are delicious. You are served a mild red salsa with a bottle of spicy salsa to add if you so choose. We ordered the Chicken Enchilada dinner and 3 tacos al a carte (pescado, camarón and al pastor) with a side of rice and beans. The food was satiating and satisfying. My partner specifically could not stop raving about the al pastor taco. They said it was the best they've had and would get that next time we come. If you want to save some money, bring cash because they charge a $1 fee for using credit/debit cards. There are not many options for vegtarians on the menu so I would not recommend this restaurant if you require those dietary needs. There is plenty of parking in the free parking lot outside the restaurant. They also have a great take-out system.

We absolutely loved the food at Taqueria El Jalapeño. My boyfriend got Tilapia Frita & I got the lunch Gordita special with Al Pastor! Both were at our table within 5 minutes! We literally just stumbled upon this place when visiting Madison and we spent an hour in the parking lot searching for our lunch before we went inside. It was perfect, the prices were perfect and the food was top notch! :) I would highly recommend this place to anyone wanting a great authentic Mexican meal!

This was a unique Mexican dining experience. The custom chairs and tables were quaint and fun. Our food was pretty good, though my fish tacos were oddly lacking some flavor. Service wasn't as attentive as we would have liked, but the staff was friendly and welcoming. We would definitely visit again.

Tried this place on the hunt for great tacos in Madison. Turns it to be just ok. The chimichanga was really good, but the tacos were average. Nothing to write home about, so I’ll write you…lol! The tacos were cheap though, so that was nice. The atmosphere was pretty cool, kind of in a low key area. Easy to miss if you’re not looking for it. Service was incredibly friendly, albeit a little slow. Don’t wait for the check at the table, pay at the register. The menu is extensive, so try several different things if you want. We also only tried three of the tacos, so the others might be bangin’! The hunt continues!!!

Awesome large pulled pork burritos only $10.54.. ordered pick up on eatstreet... I added guacamole and extra sour cream... Delicious... But walking out a server said Something about a tip .... she did not do anything (pickup the order) the cooks did, plus a manager gave the food to me.. Still a good Burrito and live down the street.. better than the $15.80 burrito next door

Love this place! The staff is so nice and the food is so good!!! Some of the most authentic Mexican food I've ever had! The food is so well priced and honestly for the portions they give, I would pay more. The meat is fresh and tasty. My go to is the Suizo burrito with shredded pork, although the chicken is also really good. I've only ever gotten takeout but the dining room looks so cute with the Mexican themed decor, I can't wait to eat in some day soon!

Stopped in on the way through Madison. Friendly staff with a good mix of authentic Mexican cuisine. Not the Americanized watered down fare you’ll find at what most call a Mexican restaurant. We had some seriously good tacos. We tried Tripa, carne asada, al pastor, Bunche, Lomo, and higado encebollado all very good.

The suizo burrito here is on point. I've been going here off and on for over 7 years.