Me and my best friend decided to meet Monday night for dinner and she choose this spot. I called to…read moresee how long the wait was and It's was recommended that I make a reservation and so I did but when we walked in the restaurant it was empty. The server was patient and we tried to decide what we walked to drink and eat. The restaurant had a quiet atmosphere even though they are located at the Valley Plaza and it was the beginning of spring break. We both ordered the same drinks and food. Both drinks and entree (it was actually a shareable plate) tasted great but the salsa that came with the chips was a bit ordinary with no spice. Another staff member brought out two more salsas and jalepenos torneados. These salsas had more bite to them.

My bartender was cool until I asked for my bill and he decided to entertain the ladies on the other…read moreside of the bar. I couldn't really taste the difference between the Paloma and the margarita ‍. The place is decorated really nice but what they should've focused on was making agood food. I'm so glad I only ordered appetizers because had I ordered food I would've wasted so much money. Birria tacos simply taste like red beef tacos, no real authentic flavor. Shrimp skewers I was told was okay but even that had more veggies than actual shrimps. The rice wasn't cooked all the way. The presentation on nachos was excellent but the nachos were gross. No flavor in guacamole. Beans were plain beans bland af. The chicken wasn't seasoned and had an awful charbroiled taste, just awful! The salsa weren't spicy or tasty. I can only recommend this place for a good happy hour spot because prices are outrageous for drinks. Once again they should've focused on the food than the decor.

This was our 1st time here been wanting to come for a long time. As we walked in we were quickly…read moregreeted and seated. It wasn't busy at the time we went. The establishment was very nice and clean. Chips and salsa were good too. We ate Chorizo and eggs with rice and beans. I thought the chorizo was packed with flavor and same with the rice. I loved the beans. They were cooked perfect and packed with flavor. We also had the shrimp taco. I loved everything about the taco. It was a bit spicy which I liked. I loved all the textures and shrimp were grilled perfectly too. Go give this place a try . Prices were reasonable as other places.

The food was GREAT! I was pretty suprised.! Sad to see it always empty! The server was great and…read morehorchata was fresh. Everything was good and the price was pretty good. I recommend you come once and you'll wanna come back.!! Besides our photos we also had a burger I forgot to photo and it was great. No complaints!

If you're craving real-deal mariscos, Las Islitas on Hooper delivers that authentic flavor that…read moretakes you straight back to the original spot on 55th & Hooper. From the moment the plates hit the table, you know this place isn't playing. The seafood is fresh, bold, and packed with that signature Nayarit-style flavor. The aguachiles have the perfect kick, the ceviche is bright and refreshing, and the tostadas are loaded the way they're supposed to be -- no shortcuts. What really stands out is the consistency. That classic Islitas taste -- spicy, tangy, and full of life -- is alive and well here. The vibe is lively, the portions are generous, and the micheladas hit just right. If you grew up on the original or know what authentic mariscos should taste like, this spot will absolutely satisfy the craving. Must try. Will definitely be back.

I went to this restaurant on Mother's Day and it was very busy as expected. I went around 3:30 PM…read morewith my family, a party of 5. We were seated about 10 minutes after arriving. One of the first red flags was that the hostess led us to the table and did not even give us menus to look at. I had been watching them seat other tables while I was waiting and they provided the other tables with their menus right away. We had to hunt down the hostess to ask her to bring us menus to look at while we waited for the waitress. It took about another 10 minutes after being seated to get chips and salsa and for the waitress to take our order. We waited 1 hour before any of our food had arrived. The waitresses did not come to check on us at all in that time frame. Only at about the 45 minute mark were we brought another plate of chips and salsa. I noticed that we were not the only table with no food. I saw chips and salsa go to every table around us, but no food was coming out. I had my elderly parents and disabled sibling at our table waiting for food. About 10 minutes after we received our second plate of chips and salsa, I went up to the counter and flagged a waitress down. I stated that my family and I had waited for almost an hour for food and that no one has come to check on our table. The waitress rudely responded that we weren't "the only ones waiting." I informed them that I understood that and pointed out that no one in our section has gotten their food yet, only chips and salsa have been coming out. We eventually got our food about 10 minutes after I called the waitresses out. By this time, it was about 5:00 PM when we got our food. The food itself was average and not worth the wait. When it came to paying, the waitress was quick to bring us our check. The only problem was they brought us the wrong check. They brought us another tables check. We were about to pay it when another waitress that had taken our order came over and corrected our bill. It was understandable that they were busy since it was Mother's Day and it was obvious from the start, however the customer service was horrible. The least they could've done is check on us every so often to give us updates on the food and offer us refills on our drinks. Everytime the waitresses walked by in the hour that we waited, they would just stare at us and keep walking. In these instances, I don't think it's the fault of the waitresses and definitely not the cooks. It is definitely a reflection of poor management. I will not bring my business here again and I wish them luck.

Una de las mejores opciones para comer en Shafter. Tienen…read moreun menú con variedad de opciones. Igual, la comida está muy buena, tiene buen sazón, y son porciones muy grandes! El restaurante está grande y hay mucho espacio para sentarse. El baño es lo único que les hace falta más atención.

This was my first time eating here and I only ate the bean dip and had the pepino agua Fresca and…read moreit was mighty tasty. The staff was very friendly and the restaurant was very clean. The hubs and kids had menudo, which is what they always get from here and they all love it. The next time we go I will definitely eat.

Umi is my favorite spot for sushi. Sashimi is always fresh and I've never had a bad bite here…read more Today was no exception. Celebrated a bit early with some drinks and some bites. Had the tuna and salmon sashimi and both were superb, melt in your mouth awesome. Also had the miso soup to warm up the belly

My husband placed an order at this location, but when I arrived to pick it up, I was informed that…read moreit had already been given to someone else. While I understand that mistakes can happen, a simple apology would have gone a long way in addressing the situation. Unfortunately, none of the three staff members I interacted with offered any apology or acknowledgment of the inconvenience. If management is reviewing this feedback, I encourage you to improve customer service standards, whether through additional training or staffing changes. I have always enjoyed ordering from Umi and have supported the business regularly, often multiple times per month. However, based on today's experience and the lack of customer service, I will not be returning and will be taking my business elsewhere.

We went during a 3 day holiday so it wasn't busy. Service was very quick. Staff is very friendly…read more Food was delicious. Their calamari batter is like chicken katsu, which I love. We got a couple rolls which were delicious. Overall great experience.

This is such a fun little sushi spot to pop into after a yoga session with the girls. It has that…read moreperfect relaxed but still lively vibe where you can unwind, catch up, and enjoy a meal without it feeling too formal. The sushi comes out quickly, which is great when you're coming in a bit post-workout and just want something satisfying. The rolls are creative and fun. What I like most is the atmosphere. It feels casual in the best way, with their outdoor seating that comes with a friendly energy that makes it essy to settle in and stay for a while.

I love to come to Mauricio's because Nelson is the best bartender there is. Such a nice and…read moreprofessional guy.

Lunch included chili verde burrito special and a bean and cheese burrito. Chili verde although…read moregenerous size wise, the chile was almost tasteless-almost like boiled pork with no flavor. I know that recipes vary according to the chef, but this stuff was lifeless. The beans in the bean burrito were undercooked. The service was friendly the decor,although was plain.

This place is absolutely incredible. It's a gem. Patron margarita flight is spectacular. Goes…read morewith the incredibly fresh sushi dishes. Staff is incredibly attentive. Didi I use "incredibly" too often? Too bad. I am definitely coming ing back!

One of the best sushi experiences in town. The rolls are exceptionally fresh, beautifully prepared,…read moreand full of flavor. The fusion of Mexican and sushi elements is executed perfectly and truly stands out. The space is clean, comfortable, and inviting, making it a great place to sit back and enjoy your meal. A special thank you to Luis for the outstanding service--professional, attentive, and genuinely welcoming. Highly recommend and will definitely be returning.