Was visiting family in Reno and was told the best authentic Mexican food is at Carmelita's Taqueria in Golden Valley. Located in a shopping center next to Ramey's supermarket, Carmelita's Taqueria delivers the best menudo in town and also serves some of the best scratch chilaquiles you will ever find. We visited on a Saturday morning and was able to find seating for our family. The menu's diverse selection covers the traditional items you expect but if you want to experience more variety, you have those options as well. Carmelita's delivers generous portions with reasonable prices. I must say everything is handmade and easily full of delicious flavors and also salsas to meet any pallet. We tried the menudo, pozzole, chilaquiles and other dishes and all were perfectly seasoned and absolutely delicious. Again, best menudo and the garnishments provided were all fresh to include homemade tortillas. Restaurant was very clean and service was excellent. They can accommodate large groups but be mindful this place is very popular. Carmelita's Taqueria is highly recommended. I do expect to visit several more times before heading back home. You must give this place a try!! read more

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I came in during the week for a quick lunch with my son. It was a bit busy so I understand the wait but I had also asked for a high chair and was told they did have them but the lady didn't further assist and at least let me know where to grab them from so I had to wait and ask again. I also had to grab the high chair myself (I'm pregnant) while carrying my toddler and the high chair. Other than that, the food was great! I had the menudo and my son had the chicken tenders with fries. I like how crispy the fries and chicken were and the menudo was very flavorful and rich in broth. You can get half an order of menudo or a full order and i definitely could have done with half an order. The full order is worth the price for the portion size and the dish comes with freshly made tortillas. I highly recommend trying this place if you're in the area and hungry. The agua de Jamaica was really good too. read more

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The ambiance feels like a home cooked meal. The service is quick and the women are nice. The portions are huge, but worth it for the price you're paying. read more

Carmelita's Taqueria - Chilaquiles rojos con Carne Asada - Mexican Near Me - Reno, Nevada

I got the taco combo, the rice and beans were okay, but the carne asada tacos were not good, very poor meat quality, pretty hard to chew and dry. Horchata was good. read more

I happened upon this restaurant while thrifting around Reno/Sparks. I had two carne asada tacos a la carte and they gave me chips and salsa with it! Their chip salsa is spiced so well that I couldn't get enough of it. And their green salsa served with the tacos has a great amount of lime; super tasty! The asada wasn't seasoned, but it was cooked very well and tasty still even though I prefer it seasoned. The servers and staff were super friendly and they all seemed to really love working together. The inside is very clean and comfy. I think next time I come I'm going to try the chipotle burrito. It looks sooooo good read more

Carmelita's Taqueria - Carne Asada - Mexican Near Me - Reno, Nevada

Ordered two hard tacos today. They were really tasty. The place is always packed. My husband had one of the burritos with green sauce. He said it was good but he'll order the red sauce next time. read more

No gastes tu dinero, malisima la comida, el menudo dejamos dos platos, todo el pollo de las enchiladas, y malisimo los sopes, lo unico bueno fue la coca. Mejor buscale por ay, pero aqui no, hediondo el menudo . Me dejo el savor de lo peor read more

So hubby took me out for a late lunch and of course I wanted to come here, my favorite place for Mexican food. I ordered the Monday special, the 3 chicken enchiladas with rice, beans and a salad. Service was great as always and while we waited for our meal, we enjoyed chips and salsa. Flat screen TV's were on, different stations. I took half my meal home as usual, and when I asked for a box, I decided to get a container of 4 pineapple empanadas, freshly made! I just ate one and the pastry is flaky and the pineapple is not too sweet. I can't wait to go back and try the cream ones! We've not lived in Nevada long, and when company comes, we bring them here. read more

Carmelita's Taqueria - Pineapple empanadas - 4 to an order - Mexican Near Me - Reno, Nevada

We visited for the first time today on a recommendation from a fellow food lover. It's in Golden Valley, which is a bit of a drive for us, but if the experience is good the drive would be worth it. It was a Sunday afternoon and the might have previously had a rush, but most of the tables weren't really wiped and there was trash and debris on the floor. Keeping the dining area clean should be a regular duty because I always think if the front isn't clean how is the cleanliness in the back and on food prep? We ordered a Quesabirria ala carte taco (that was recommended), 3 enchilada combo plate, flauta combo plate, side guacamole and a michelada. It came with complimentary chips and salsa-chips were thick, hard and cold so we didn't eat those. The michelada was good and the guacamole was also. I ordered carne asada for the flautas and they were good but had some really hard pieces like cartilage or gristle. My husband loved the enchiladas and rice and beans. The biggest disappointment was the Quesabirria taco-it was just off. The dip tasted old-I only had one bite and didn't eat the rest. I was really hoping for a good overall experience and maybe they were just having an off day. read more

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Unfortunately I didn't have any pictures to share as I ate all of it!!! The menudo, tacos and champurrado were just amazing hands down!!! Coming back!!! read more

Service was amazing and the food was so good and a huge portions. Definitely coming back again.

I absolutely love this place. There hasn't been anything I've eaten here I didn't like. Please check them out if you're in the area! They also have a tummy "sweet treat" shop right next door. I've never had a bad experience here with any of the staff either. They are all so polite and kind. They've upgraded over the years and it makes my heart so happy! Glad to see they are doing well. read more

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Very welcoming, on top of that Great Food and quality!! It's become a weekend favorite for the family. Definitely recommend it!! read more

I love their food, prices, and portion sizes. This is the place for great tasting food. I get food to go at least twice a week. Everything I've had has been awesome. It's why I continue to go back. It's right next to Raley's so super convenient for me. read more

This used to be a regular sit down Diner a few years ago, now it's a Mexican restaurant where you order and pay at the counter, and when it's ready, someone brings your order to your table. Pretty efficient system that actually works pretty well. This was the day after Christmas, and there were a lot of people sitting at the many tables enjoying fare from a fairly large menu. We enjoyed complimentary chips and salsa while we waited. We didn't have to wait long, service was very fast.My wife's steak burrito was huge , with a generous portion of tender sirloin. My Chile Relleno was hot and delicious. The establishment is bright and cheerful with quite a few big screen tvs. We will be back soon to try some of the other menu options. read more

Carmelita's Taqueria - Sirloin steak burrito - Mexican Near Me - Reno, Nevada

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The food is pretty good, but I have to say it, the tortillas are not. They for sure do not make tortillas in house. They taste hard and reheated and Rivas and Roberto's have much better, softer tortillas. As someone who takes much pride from the tortillas to the salsa, these tortillas are not it, which ruins the whole burrito for me. read more

first time visiting the location and 10/10 recommended. We ordered the Menudo and OMG one of the best made here in the area is Reno. Service was great and the food even better read more

Great Chicken Chipotle Burrito! Made to order........ Ymmm, beuno ! real food.- Dec 202!

Amazing carne asada tacos. Meat spiced to perfection wrapped in tasty cooked just right tortillas. Fresh cilantro and onions with excellent salsa choices. Side of roasted jalapeños scrumptious. Great female cooks and warm friendly staff. Dine in and enjoy! read more

Carmelita's Taqueria - Tacos de Carne Asada - Mexican Near Me - Reno, Nevada

Love Carmelita's Taqueria. Great service , fantastic food and excellent prices. The food is wonderful! I usually order vegetarian burrito, which is huge and delicious. I forgot to take a photo, but they are huge. The environment is informal and simple, but plenty of seating. I love the food at Camelita's which appears authentic Just delicious! I highly recommend. read more

There isn't a lot of options for those living in the north valleys area, that's just one reason that we appreciate Carmelita's so much! Birria Tacos and Green Enchiladas are perfect for lunch or an afternoon snack. Everyone is always so helpful, nice and happy. Let's be honest though, even if we didn't live in the north valleys it's worth the drive. We look forward to being able to try more of their menu as well a rotating specials. read more

Carmelita's Taqueria - Mexican Near Me - Reno, Nevada

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Love this place and the wonderful people who work there. Very tasty, huge salsa bar, and piping hot chips!

Hubby took me back yesterday for the 3 enchiladas plate and everything was great like last Saturday. I'm a senior citizen and my last post said that the tortillas reminded me of my childhood. Fact is, it was the El Indio Restaurant in Old Town, San Diego that mom used to get tortillas from so we could have tacos for dinner. I can't wait for taco Tuesday! read more

I feel this is "authentic" Mexican food. Always good. Prices are maybe a shade high, but can't complain about the quality of the food served. We've only gotten take out, have not been disappointed in the few times we've been here. Staff is friendly. read more

Carmelita's Taqueria - Their menu - Mexican Near Me - Reno, Nevada

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Love the menudo and hand made tortillas. Service is fast and friendly. Restaurant is clean and great service.

En cuanto el menudo toca esa mesa donde vas a comer te llega un olor riquísimo porque hay que ser honestos. El menudo aveces tiene un olor feo. Este menudo en Carmelitas siempre tiene un olor riquísimo y no solo eso tiene un sabor apto para todos los paladares, que pedirán más! Los huevos Rancheros son perfectos para empezar tu día con el pie derecho! Especialmente picosos para una cruda. Con Los tacos de Birria no puedes fallar! Se ven sencillos y sin chiste talvez pero no se dejen engañar son Unos de los mejores en Reno! El sabor que tienen encuanto tocan tu boca recuerdas los sabores ricos y gastronomía mexicana! read more

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Carmelitas is a hidden gem. Kind of a far drive for me, but a necessary one. Honestly worth the drive. Homemade tortillas, pretty good menudo, carne in rojo is soft and flavorful. Pozole was aight, could use more flavor. I do like how they give you chips for while your waiting. Al pastor tacos were bomb, carnitas were more on the dry side but the flavor was there. Great selection of salsa to choose from. I wish that will build one in south Reno but only time will tell. Overall great Mexican food. read more

Carmelita's Taqueria - Mexican Near Me - Reno, Nevada

CHECK YOUR RECEIPTS! This place will change your tip amount when you leave! There were only 3 options 15%, 18% and %20 on a to go order. I hit 18% and then I noticed on my account the amount changed to a $10 flat tip on a $21 TO GO order. They would have to put "custom amount" which I did not do. I called and the lady offered me a full refund and a free meal but said she doesn't know what happened. Still super sketchy! I told her it's not about the $7 but the fact someone altered my tip amount and she said sometimes it happens. That is super suspicious. Be wary! read more

The food was good but a bit expensive. It was very nice to sit and eat in there, it was quiet and quaint. We will continue to support this small business. read more

We ordered tacos and menudo yesterday and even though the place was packed, the service was pretty quick, and it was Superbowl Sunday to boot. The menudo was very good; I didn't get to taste the tacos but they smelled amazing. I'm gonna have to try them on our next visit and there will be a next visit. read more

Carmelita's Taqueria - Yummy menudo - Mexican Near Me - Reno, Nevada

Husband and I wanted to try something different and decided on here. When you walk in you go to counter and order your food and pay, then pick a table to sit at. I wasn't sure what I wanted and asked asked the lady what she recommended between enchiladas and carne asada plate. I went with enchiladas, 2 beef and 1 chorizo. The chorizo was my favorite of the 2. The beans were maybe Tom temperature of even and was a little bland. Spanish rice I felt was good. They do not have a fountain soda machine only bottled drinks and beer. Not sure if they offer water as we were not offered. She did ask if we wanted chips and salsa which we said yes. By the time food came out, the soda was almost gone so nothing left to drink while eating. Neither husband or I finished all of our plate. read more

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Easy exit close to 395. Easy to locate on the corner to the right facing Raleys. Good Mexican food for hungry people! Serve yourself salsa bar. The mild chip salsa is nicely mild! My ala carte chili relleno ($4) made a nice light meal at a very reasonable price. My husbans huevos rancheros ($10) are very different from traditional. This recipe must be from a different part of Mexico. He said they are VERY good. The people are friendly. It's cute inside. So why only 3 stars? EXCEPT For my chili relleno the prices seem a tad high for the QUANTITY of food. Probably not by others standards but I'm a bargain hunter. The salsas are not chunky. And there are no veggies in my relleno sauce. More blender made. It's tasty but I really love relleno sauce full of onions and mild peppers. The chips were nothing special. I started at 3 stars but when I asked my husband how his huevos rancheros compared to traditional he said he thinks these are BETTER! So I bumped it a star up to 4. But wait... We ordered flan and cheesecake. My flan was ok but not sweet enough to satisfy me. And a tad more towards the rubbery texture instead of silky. The cheesecake was also not very sweet and it was quite dry. So I'm afraid this tips the scale back to 3 stars. This is only our first time here. It's $8 for a vegetarian burrito so I'm not sure how soon we will be back! I usually judge a Mexican restaurant based on my first Relleno. I wouldn't order one here again because it didn't dazzle me. Yet, it was tasty. Just not spectacular. If you find this review useful please vote! read more

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I have been to this location many times and the food is always good and service is always excellent. They do get busier on the weekend especially for breakfast/lunch. Only wished they had more seating. read more

Amazing Chicken Tortas. Their chicken is so tender and the added veggies is a bonus too. i can't say enough about the breads Carmelita uses in their sandwiches. The Chicken Enchiladas were very good with a great flavor. read more

Food is off the hook! Ordered pazole, 7 mares, and they provided all the toppings tortillas and tostadas. Great lunch spot plus the micheladas are pretty good too You order at the front and they'l still come to wait on you awesome service! read more

This restaurant was delish and the woman was so nice and helpful. A couple of us got enchiladas one with green sauce and one with red. We ate our plates clean. Loved it. The same can be said for the two people that ordered chili rellano. So cheesy and delicious. My green sauce on my enchilada was outstanding. I'd go there again and again. read more

Very low class and expensive place to order your food. They don't care to give quality food. Not a good place to eat read more

First went 2018 A burrito was $9.99. Now 14.99 and they charge you a dollar if you want xtra green sauce. We would order once a week $30.00 or more tip 20% So average per year $1800.00 dollars. Last night i was told i could not use their to go salsa plastic container i save the larger ones. Not only are they wasting their own profits but damaging the environment. Burritos are half the suze. And now charge extra for green sauce. DONT WASTE YOUR MONEY PLUS THEY NEVER ANSWER THEIR PHONE....ZERO STARS.... read more

So much fun on fridays with karaoke and the owners are super nice!! Love the ceviche won the competition so I am super excited to have a dinner for two read more

Carmelita's Taqueria - a hand holding a taqueria - Mexican Near Me - Reno, Nevada

The staff was friendly, and the place looked clean. But the burrito was only, meh. I bought a carne asada burrito with beans, rice and cheese only. The beans were a bit dry (in the afternoon) and the rice was a bit crunchy. For $11, I was expecting a little bit more. I really wanted to like this place since it's close to my house, but I didn't even finish my burrito. The reviews all say this place is tasty, so maybe it was an off day. I might have to give them another chance in the future. read more