Gorditas El Tio is quick, Mexican takeout for the 85032 crowd. And what a lucky ZIP code we are to have them! At the surface, there's nothing out of the ordinary here. Gorditas El Tio is all the classic dishes nestled into Styrofoam, bagged and ready in 20-30 mins. Pretty standard.
But compared to any ___berto's joint in the Valley, this place is exceptional. I say it's the best of its kind. There's no kowtowing to gringos here. In fact, if English is your first language, you're likely to be the only one when you go in. The food is as honest as their unabashed lack of English fluency. Gorditas El Tio is the real deal at the right price. If you're tired of dishes drowned in sour cream and mild cheddar cheese, then get here.
Don't come here expecting the best Mexican food ever, but expect it to be far superior to its competitors.