I have been a customer here since 2021. My classroom aide (an East side resident) suggested this restaurant. I would describe the ambiance as a no-frills Chipotle. The staff is very nice. I have formed a bond with Maria who gives me a radiant smile when she sees me. I always order three vegetables tacos to go and two California burritos (also known as San Diego-style burritos) for my spouse and teen. The food is fresh and delicious. The staff does not skimp on the portion sizes. There are sufficient tables and chairs and everything looks tidy. The location is easy to bypass (in or behind a gas station and car wash) and very unassuming. But to me, a foodie who digs dives and hole-in-the-walls for the authentic connection, this place is oro. read more

Ben Paca Mexican Grill - Vegetable Tacos - Mexican Near Me - Bakersfield, California

On my way back from a trip, driving through Bakersfield, I found Ben Paca Mexican Grill after a quick internet search for places to eat right off the highway. What a fantastic find! I ordered three tacos a la carte: shrimp, chicken, and asada steak. Each was prepared fresh and to order. Although the asada steak was premade, it was still incredibly fresh and packed with flavor. The quality of the food was excellent, and the service was both quick and friendly, enhancing my dining experience. Ben Paca Mexican Grill is a perfect spot for anyone looking for fresh, tasty Mexican cuisine at reasonable prices. Highly recommend stopping by if you're in the area! read more

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On our drive home from Vegas we wanted Mexican food for lunch. We found this on Yelp and even though it said it's in a gas station, we decided to give it a try. Don't let that scare you off. It was great! Giant burritos made to order. Everything was really fresh. Go here!!! read more

Never ever disappoints! This place is criminally underrated. The meat is so juicy and delicious and the service is great. Plenty of seating in this cozy spot. Not my first time here and definitely not my last. read more

Ben Paca Mexican Grill - Carne asada tacos - Mexican Near Me - Bakersfield, California

The food is delicious. Nice hidden spot that has authentic taste. Everything I've ordered has not disappointed.

Conveniently located next to a gas station. Food is fresh and portions are excellent. Restaurant is small, but clean. Quick service and lots of menu options. There are daily specials. Food is excellent tasting and the workers are very friendly. My second time visiting but I had ate my food before taking a pic. Loved the carne asada nachos. read more

Ben Paca Mexican Grill - Carne asada nachos - Mexican Near Me - Bakersfield, California

My new favorite go to spot for tacos!!! I tried it on a fluke and can't stop going now! I'm hooked !!

The chile verde nachos were amazing! Definitely has a kick but not too spicy. Service was fast and friendly. Clean place to eat. Would definitely be back read more

I've been here a few times and the food has always been good and the service is great too. The staff are very friendly but the prices are a bit high. Add-ons quickly add up such as guacamole. They do have daily specials. read more

I met up with some family here at Ben Paca, a place I had never even heard of, but most times those are some of the BEST hidden gems! First impression: Hmm, it's clean. Other than that it's a pretty basic restaurant. I like the name and found it funny. There were 2 people in line and they were speaking Spanish to the 2 guys behind the counter. I was nervous trying to pick my brain to remember the 3 years of elective Spanish I "learned" in high school so that I could order food. My mother in law was in front of me in line and she was the only one in our party that had been here before. She, in English (thank God cause I was sweating) ordered a burrito bowl with pollo (chicken) and asada. The setup is similar to Chipotle or Subway, you point at what fixings you'd like as you go down the line. I decided to stick with what she said was good and chose the same 2 meats. I also added pot beans, rice, onions, cilantro, guac, jalapeños, tomatoes, cheese, roasted corn, fajita style onions, and a mild salsa and a large horchata. I have to mention I wasn't that hungry when we got there so once I started eating I found myself picking at the bowl. It was good, but I felt like it was missing something. When I brought home the leftovers, I warmed it up and threw it inside a tortilla and added some sour cream. That's what it needed! I will definitely give this place another try, as it deserves my usual appetite. read more

Ben Paca Mexican Grill - Entrance - Mexican Near Me - Bakersfield, California

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My first going here it was bomb 2nd time I came here it was still smacking waited a couple of years before I had the chance to go again. I always order a burrito de cabeza. 3rd time I had the chance to go last week my burrito was served cold and didn't or hardly had any meat in it :( I didn't have enough time to go back to ask them if they can re warm due to I was in my lunch break. I probably will not try it out again was kind of pricey 22$ for a jaimaca drink and the burrito.i diddnt ask for extra guacamole but i got charged for it? Just disappointed read more

Was in the area and decided to pop in for a breakfast burrito. The service was quick and friendly. I ordered an Al Pastor burrito with refried beans, rice, pick de gallo, red salsa, cilantro and onions, and a bit of sour cream for my son. And I ordered a tripas and refried bean burrito for myself. Took it home and it was pleasantly delicious! The prices are very affordable, more so than other taco shops around. The place was clean and tidy. Definitely will go back! Enjoy! read more

Fast and huge burritos! Chile Verde is my fav! Must try the spicy salsa! Ive driven across town for this place just has a very small town vibe to it. The employees always super cool too and take time to give you great service! read more

It was delicious made you feel at home kind of food. The gentleman working there were very warm and welcoming and very friendly. They speak Spanish and they speak English and they make you feel very comfortable. Will return again. read more

Nice little hidden gem on the east side of town. Hadn't been in a while so my husband and I popped in for a quick taco fix. I prefer the chili verde tacos. Two large tacos were plenty of food for each of us. Service was quick and very friendly. Definitely recommend them if you're in the area. read more

Ben Paca Mexican Grill - a sign for a gas station - Mexican Near Me - Bakersfield, California

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First time trying this place. Customer service was great. The servers were very helpful and patient as I chose what to get. I like that the food is prepared fresh right in front of you and you get to pick your own toppings. Reminded me of a chipotle kinda vibe. I ordered a chili verde burrito and a chicken burrito. Both were very delicious especially the chili verde was on point. Located near the 58 freeway and a good spot to try if your passing through read more

Excellent costumer service, very friendly and attentive. Pascual y Susy make you feel special, they would even customize your order at your request. The food was very good, I tried asada, lengua, chile verde, Chile rojo and were , my wife had al pastor and she liked them, My kids ordered asada fries and they said two thumbs up Plenty of parking, and the restaurant is clean read more

Burritos are still big as ever and meats are great. Ben Paca's makes giant burritos so bring your stretching pants. Habanero sauce is the bomb, hot and flavorful. $11-$12 for a magnificent burrito! read more

Ben Paca Mexican Grill - Chili Verde Mojado burrito - Mexican Near Me - Bakersfield, California

I've eaten here only twice this far but I'm making it a regular thing. Wonderful food!! I had the shrimp cocktail the first time and it was amazing! The shrimp was jumbo and delicious! And LOTS of shrimp! The only thing I would change is add avocado. On my second visit it chilaquiles with green sauce, fried eggs and chorizo. It was easily one of the MOST delicious meals I've ever had!! Fresh ingredients and so flavorful and made to order! Can you wait a few minutes for your food but it's fresh and hot and you get to choose the meat and toppings. The atmosphere is nothing to get excited about. You order at the counter and the inside is pretty much like a fast food joint. But it's a perfect place for dinner during my work shift. If I was off work, I would pick the food up and take it home. This is a gem! read more

Hidden next to a gas station same building Great tacos and Burritos many choices add-on and the Tripas Tacos are amazing

We were on the East side and wanted a quick bite to eat. This place is right by the gas station, so I wasn't too sure about. The menu is a little different, but the meals are typical Mexican food. I had their costillitas with rice and beans. My husband ordered their shrimp tacos plate. Their food was pretty tasty, way better than a place adjacent to a gas station. Service was great, they were very polite and attentive. read more

Best breakfast burritos anywhere. Very nice, friendly staff. It's tucked in behind a gas station. It's a "hole in the wall" place that's worth checking out. read more

Grabbed lunch here with a buddy. The service was quick and easy. Food was really good. Perfect spot to stop for lunch if you are in a hurry.

This place was right next to a gas station and conveniently located from freeways. Most importantly : the bathrooms were clean... so you know what that means about their kitchen! The burrito was ok. I liked the cilantro option. The guac was home Made but not so great and they had no avocado sliced which was a bummer. It was also mildly warm which i was disappointed by. That said: the woman before me ordered a wet burrito that was larger than a football.. they had lots of meat choices.. and the staff was nice! read more

Been to this place a couple times now And this is my rundown The chilaquiles are fucking delicious(Gracias Lucy) Lucy was the cook that made the chilaquiles that were firstly deep fried in a fryer that speed up the process immensely she then mixed them in on a sizzling pan with this house made Chile verde sauce that is in their chilverde meat and accompanied it with a over easy egg, all layered with some shredded mozzarella cheese and creamy sour cream...oh yeah it came with a side of rice and beans and it actually felt authentic and not like some canned items Big plus is that we were able to add meat(Chile verde) to our chilaquiles making them even better This plate couldn't have looked better and boy was it ever worth it This is a got to breakfast plate on a Saturday/Sunday morning if you are ever in Bakersfield This joint has some of the best if not the best meats in town Staff is friendly and fast It's like a Chipotle style restaurant but with way better meats, produce, stafff, they carry horachata, Jamaica, bottle beer, and glass bottle sodas This place is superior in every way Burritos: Are extremely good , the meats are in a generous portion, along with being able to choose two options in one burrito Tacos: regular size tacos, again good meat portions Burrito Bowls:Haven't really trued read more

Ben Paca Mexican Grill - Chilaquiles con chile verde meat(hechos por Lucy) - Mexican Near Me - Bakersfield, California

Closed early for some reason. Dude at the counter was funny hiding from me. Door was already locked. Maybe next time you can update hours of op so I don't drive across town only to be denied my burrito. Went to Taco El Karni. They were still open and I had a nice meal there instead. read more

Hidden gem on the eastside. Food is excellent, some of the best Al Pastor I've had in a while. Service was amazing, called about 5 min to close and still took my order and grabbed it about 15min after close. Give it a try if La Villa or any other taco spot isn't around. Promise you won't be disappointed. read more

This place is like a Mexican Subway. you come in you choose your protein and dish with what you want on the sides or on top they have daily specials their food is always wonderful this food is fresh and authentic me people who work behind the scenes getting your food ready are the nicest the sweetest ever I recommend this place five stars read more

Ben Paca Mexican Grill - Chili relleno plate - Mexican Near Me - Bakersfield, California

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Wow! Really good food and customer service was outstanding! I will come back for sure!

DO NOT GO HERE, I REPEAT: do NOT go here. On Fri, Oct 16th: A 1-inch metal staple/nail was found inside my burrito. This could have nearly impaled my mouth or throat, or stomach. I was eating right outside the shop when it happened so I went back in to honestly show them what had happened. EVEN WORSE, when I showed them they responded negligently - TAKING A PHONE ORDER and continuing to take in-person orders during the lunch hours while I was standing right in front of them with the burrito and nail in my hand. AND then when asked who the manager was, we were told different things from different employees and realize the supposed manager was lying through his teeth that he wasn't the manager. THESE WORKERS ARE UNPROFESSIONAL AND CARELESS. When we advised them to check the rest of their food for metal foreign objects, they DID NOT DO THIS AND KEPT TAKING ORDERS, acting like they did not understand or could not hear. They made an attempt to resolve the problem by refunding my money by cash so there would be no trace of this occurrence, doing the bare minimum they can without any other concern or thought. I am TRAUMATIZED by this and hope it never happens again in my life or to anyone else for that matter. Another note, while outside the shop when I was eating my burrito, I also noticed the worker who made my burrito run literally next door to pick up cases of Modelo beer, which I thought was odd because he was the cook. I would not put it past them that they were drinking alcohol while on the job, or intoxicated in other ways BECAUSE while making my burrito order, he initially made a random joke I did not understand and then messed up the order (a simple vegetarian burrito). It was clear to me that these employees did not give a f about their customers and food, AND that they only feared for themselves. SELFISH AND UNPROFESSIONAL AND IGNORANT. I am going to call the shop and speak to the owner and manager to report this happened. For reasons of this review, I wish I had a photo or kept the object, but in the heat of the moment, I was so shocked/emotional that the only thought was to confront them. I realize that I could have taken legal action but I was only grateful for not being severely hurt and able to walk away from it. read more

This spot always hits the spot for me! Their asada is chopped and diced perfectly, and tastes great! Their Habanero Orange salsa is hot, but is so good! Not too much rice and beans in their burritos to "fill it"; good, complimentary portions. Tomatillo green salsa is not spicy at all but has a lot of flavor. Right off HWY 58 on the way in/out of Bakersfield. read more

This is a great spot for a breakfast burrito !!! I had the carne asada bean potato Egg cheese and salsa so good !! Place was clean and the guys were cool . Next time I'm in the area I'll stop and try something else .. Thanks again keep up the good work !! read more

It's really good, good bang for the bucks. The food is fresher when you go during busy hours. Service is always good to.

Very friendly staff, their chili Verde burrito is very good and I decided to try the Barbacoa burrito and it's delicious you need to go and try it yourself it is so worth it. read more

Ben Paca Mexican Grill - Barbacoa burrito. The best i have tried so far in Bakersfield. - Mexican Near Me - Bakersfield, California

This was my first experience dinning in since covid and I must it was worth it. Super friendly staff, super clean, and delicious food! New favorite taco spot in town. read more

Ben Paca Mexican Grill - Mexican Near Me - Bakersfield, California

Stop looking for quick, fresh Mexican food. This is the.place. you'll be glad you did.

Just had an excellent burrito de tripas. They have a chipotle set up, but it is actually authentic Mexican style. They have a simple order menu, good ingredients, excellent customer service, and very cheap prices. Very good Mexican food here. Good horchata too. read more

Ben Paca Mexican Grill - Good stuff! - Mexican Near Me - Bakersfield, California

Best Mexican food for the best price in Bakersfield Not talked about enough and highly underrated read more

Good tortas, & horchata, large portions‼ Staff is welcoming. Tables and areas were clean. Prices are not bad.

This is a small taqueria with the guys running it displaying their huge personalities. Really nice folks. It's laid out similar to a Chipotle with all the expected items. We got the burrito with carnitas and chili verde and a non meat burrito bowl and both were fantastic. The prices were as reasonable as can be. The location is right off 58 so we could hop right back onto it after we ate. Great place! read more