★★★★★
Authentic flavors and the al pastor is the real deal. Service is fast and friendly every time we come in.
Mexican Restaurants · Town 'N' Country · Tampa
Lolis
Mexican Cravings
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The place
Lolis Mexican Cravings is a counter-serve Mexican restaurant at 8005 Benjamin Rd in the Town 'N' Country neighborhood of Tampa, Florida. The kitchen turns out authentic Mexican street food including al pastor tacos shaved off the trompo, handmade sopes, quesadillas, tamales, and shrimp dishes. The restaurant holds a 4.6-star rating on Google with more than 3,149 reviews. Hours run daily from 11:00 a.m., with Tuesday service running until 10:00 p.m., midweek closings at 9:00 p.m., weekend service until 9:30 p.m., and Sunday and Monday wrapping at 8:30 p.m. Prices are budget-friendly at the single-dollar-sign level. Lolis offers takeout, delivery via Uber Eats and Postmates, and on-site dine-in at a small dining room. Aguas frescas, churros, and esquites round out the menu. The Benjamin Rd location is one of four Lolis branches across the Tampa Bay area, sitting just west of Tampa International Airport.
Tucked into a busy stretch of Benjamin Road just west of Tampa International Airport, Lolis Mexican Cravings is a no-frills counter-serve spot that built a cult following in Town 'N' Country for one reason — the tacos taste like home. The dining room is small, the line moves fast, and the kitchen sends out plates of street food that rival anything you'd find on a corner in Mexico City.
Order the al pastor — slow-marinated pork shaved straight off the trompo and folded into a warm corn tortilla with onion and cilantro. The sopes are the other signature: thick handmade masa boats topped with pastor, ribeye, campechano, or shrimp. Round it out with a fresh agua fresca, a tamal, or a side of esquites, and finish with churros dusted in cinnamon sugar.
Lolis is walk-in only — no reservations needed and rarely a long wait. Free parking sits right outside the door. Takeout is fast at the counter, and delivery is available through Uber Eats, Postmates, and DoorDash. Taco Tuesday brings a buy-two-get-one-free deal that locals plan their week around.
Counter-serve, fast casual
One of four Lolis locations in Tampa Bay
Trompo-cooked al pastor tacos
Walk-up counter near Tampa International Airport
What to expect
Counter-order, casual, cash-or-card street-food joint. Expect a short line at lunch, fast turnaround, generous portions, and prices that stay in the $4-$6 range per taco or sope. Seating is limited — many guests order to go.
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The shop, in frames
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What people are saying
★★★★★
Best sopes in Tampa, hands down. The masa is fresh and you can tell everything is made from scratch.
★★★★★
Taco Tuesday deal is unbeatable — buy two, get one free. Pastor and carne asada are both excellent.
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Frequently asked
Does Lolis Mexican Cravings take reservations?
No — Lolis is walk-in only. The line moves quickly even at peak lunch and dinner hours.
Is Lolis Mexican Cravings dog/pet friendly?
Service animals are welcome inside. There is limited outdoor seating where well-behaved pets may join you, weather permitting.
Where do I park near Lolis Mexican Cravings?
Free parking is available in the strip-center lot directly in front of the restaurant at 8005 Benjamin Rd.
What are the most popular dishes at Lolis Mexican Cravings?
The al pastor tacos, pastor sope, ribeye sope, and quesadillas are the most-ordered items. Churros and esquites are favorite finishers.
What are Lolis Mexican Cravings's hours?
Open daily from 11:00 a.m. Closes at 8:30 p.m. Sunday and Monday, 10:00 p.m. Tuesday, 9:00 p.m. Wednesday and Thursday, and 9:30 p.m. Friday and Saturday.
Does Lolis Mexican Cravings offer takeout or delivery?
Yes — takeout is available at the counter, and delivery is offered through Uber Eats, Postmates, and DoorDash. Catering can be booked through ezCater.
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