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Motor City Tacos

4.8(404)· Google4.8 out of 5 from 404 reviews (Google rating)Mexican Restaurant$
Open now · closes 9:00 PM
(248) 682-0120 Directions

Quick facts

Motor City Tacos is a mexican restaurant at 4530 Elizabeth Lake Rd in Waterford, MI, open Sun–Sat from 10:00 AM. Call +1248-682-0120 for details.

Address
4530 Elizabeth Lake Rd, Waterford Township, MI 48328
Phone
+1248-682-0120
Hours today
10:00 AM – 9:00 PM
Price
$

About Motor City Tacos

Motor City Tacos is a Mexican restaurant at 4530 Elizabeth Lake Rd in Waterford, MI. Its casual, cozy setting accommodates lunch, dinner, and solo dining, with both counter service and table service available. The listed offerings include comfort food, small plates, coffee, and dessert, with options for a quick bite. Google lists a 4.8 rating from 404 reviews and a price level of 1.

Customers can dine in, use outdoor seating, or order takeout; delivery is not available. The restaurant accepts reservations and welcomes children, with a children’s menu provided. Free parking is available in a lot and on the street. Accessibility features include a wheelchair-accessible entrance, parking, restroom, and seating. Credit cards, debit cards, and NFC mobile payments are accepted. Alongside its lunch and dinner trade, the restaurant is listed as popular with tourists and noted for a local specialty.

Known for

  • Casual, cozy Mexican dining
  • Lunch, dinner, and quick bites
  • Outdoor seating and takeout
  • Children’s menu
  • Free lot and street parking

Popular times

Usually busy right now · Typical visit volume reported by Google.

Tue

6a11p

6a: 0 of 100, 7a: 0 of 100, 8a: 0 of 100, 9a: 0 of 100, 10a: 27 of 100, 11a: 45 of 100, 12p: 59 of 100, 1p: 64 of 100, 2p: 60 of 100, 3p: 60 of 100, 4p: 61 of 100, 5p: 70 of 100, 6p: 83 of 100, 7p: 78 of 100, 8p: 50 of 100, 9p: 0 of 100, 10p: 0 of 100, 11p: 0 of 100

Wed

6a11p

6a: 0 of 100, 7a: 0 of 100, 8a: 0 of 100, 9a: 0 of 100, 10a: 13 of 100, 11a: 23 of 100, 12p: 37 of 100, 1p: 46 of 100, 2p: 50 of 100, 3p: 45 of 100, 4p: 44 of 100, 5p: 51 of 100, 6p: 60 of 100, 7p: 60 of 100, 8p: 50 of 100, 9p: 0 of 100, 10p: 0 of 100, 11p: 0 of 100

Thu

6a11p

6a: 0 of 100, 7a: 0 of 100, 8a: 0 of 100, 9a: 0 of 100, 10a: 23 of 100, 11a: 32 of 100, 12p: 40 of 100, 1p: 48 of 100, 2p: 51 of 100, 3p: 55 of 100, 4p: 64 of 100, 5p: 76 of 100, 6p: 80 of 100, 7p: 69 of 100, 8p: 42 of 100, 9p: 0 of 100, 10p: 0 of 100, 11p: 0 of 100

Fri

6a11p

6a: 0 of 100, 7a: 0 of 100, 8a: 0 of 100, 9a: 0 of 100, 10a: 25 of 100, 11a: 34 of 100, 12p: 38 of 100, 1p: 47 of 100, 2p: 48 of 100, 3p: 58 of 100, 4p: 67 of 100, 5p: 83 of 100, 6p: 99 of 100, 7p: 100 of 100, 8p: 70 of 100, 9p: 0 of 100, 10p: 0 of 100, 11p: 0 of 100

Sat

6a11p

6a: 0 of 100, 7a: 0 of 100, 8a: 0 of 100, 9a: 0 of 100, 10a: 29 of 100, 11a: 46 of 100, 12p: 63 of 100, 1p: 73 of 100, 2p: 72 of 100, 3p: 74 of 100, 4p: 79 of 100, 5p: 93 of 100, 6p: 98 of 100, 7p: 93 of 100, 8p: 71 of 100, 9p: 0 of 100, 10p: 0 of 100, 11p: 0 of 100

Sun

6a11p

6a: 0 of 100, 7a: 0 of 100, 8a: 0 of 100, 9a: 0 of 100, 10a: 33 of 100, 11a: 53 of 100, 12p: 72 of 100, 1p: 89 of 100, 2p: 96 of 100, 3p: 83 of 100, 4p: 59 of 100, 5p: 0 of 100, 6p: 0 of 100, 7p: 0 of 100, 8p: 0 of 100, 9p: 0 of 100, 10p: 0 of 100, 11p: 0 of 100

Google rating breakdown

407 ratings on Google. Ratings and counts are Google's, not ours.

  • 5★355
  • 4★31
  • 3★7
  • 2★6
  • 1★8

What people mention

Topics counted across Google reviews.

  • authentic mexican food×72
  • birria tacos×14
  • carnitas tacos×10
  • tamales×7
  • chimichanga×7
  • chorizo tacos×7
  • asada tacos×5
  • pastor tacos×4
  • outdoor seating×3
  • homemade chips×2

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What reviewers say elsewhere

  • “Soooooo good. Food is authentic and service is good. Always a bit chilly inside as it is connected to a store. Very very informal but lots of tables for 2/4. You can get some classic homemade Mexican food here.”

    — K. J., September 29, 2026 · google

  • “This is legit authentic Mexican. You can’t really find this too often. They all try to be like this place. Incredible place. 10/10.”

    — Mustapha, September 12, 2026 · google

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Motor City Tacos — frequently asked

Is Motor City Tacos open on Mondays?
No — Motor City Tacos is closed on Mondays.
Where is Motor City Tacos?
Motor City Tacos is at 4530 Elizabeth Lake Rd, Waterford Township, MI 48328.
How expensive is Motor City Tacos?
Google lists Motor City Tacos in the $ price range for mexican restaurants in Waterford, MI.
What is the phone number for Motor City Tacos?
You can reach Motor City Tacos on +1248-682-0120.

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