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    Carnitas Barajas

    4.6 (111 reviews)
    InexpensiveMexican
    Closed 7:00 am - 3:00 pm

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    What's the vibe?
    Moderate noise
    Divey
    Casual
    Outdoor seating

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    Burrito supreme de carnitas y buche
    Christopher V.

    Huge burrito and also delicious! There was a long line when we got there so I knew it would be good. The carnitas were super tender and the buche was amazing as well. The burrito supreme has rice, beans, the meat, cheese, and crema. There are not a lot of good carnitas around so I can tell why this place is so busy. There are plenty tables inside and outside so you will have a place to sit.

    Carnitas tacos, Chicharron papusa and fries.

    Everything was so delicious, fresh and flavorful! I can't wait to come back and try other menu items! We came from Atwater but it was worth the drive.

    asada quesadilla
    Janelle R.

    found this place as we were heading home from yosemite, so good! the best food we've had this whole trip. everyone was really nice. will definitely be back. red salsa was tasty , reminded us of our abuela's salsa.

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    Alberto N.

    One of my favorite spots to stop by when I'm in the area. Teresa and the ladies are always super nice and helpful. If you haven't been here I'd definitely recommend!

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    Adriana D.

    On the way to Yosemite today we stopped at this little spot known for their amazing carnitas. I ordered the Torta with carnitas and he ordered the carnitas burrito. Delicious!! The bread was perfect vessel for the crispy flavorful carnitas. It was huge! We could of just shared that. His burrito was delicious too! All of the times that we've driven through this little town on the way to Yosemite, and this is the first time stopping to eat here. What a gem!! The yelpers don't lie, their carnitas are really delicious! Some of the best we've ever had. 10/10

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    Skevos L.

    People lined up Sunday early/ I eavesdropped and ordered the 'favorites'. Best carnitas torta. Period. Superb chivo. Fresh tortillas, salsa, car picnic in the lot. Immediately. Do it! Bought the menudo/ still too full but looks very promising.. Tremendous chicharon. Huge 12" x 24". Crispy salty goodness. My wife isn't a huge fan, but she kept snapping off chunks.. says a LOT! Buche was a big seller. If you know, you know. If you don't, I don't think it's going to be your thing. (It's pig stomach. If you like Menudo or tripe, then maybe but it's got a..... "pretty heavy flavor") No tripa or lengua tacos on sundays( menudo and chivo take up the stove-room), I'll grab some the next time headed east. I usually go through Madera, but this place may change my route. It's reaaally good!

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    Great, authentic, & huge burritos

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    4 years ago

    This place was very slow with service and I ordered birria tacos and got something completely different. Never coming here again.

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    Authentic! Delicious homemade food! So glad we stumbled upon. It's a roadside Mexican food haven.

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    3 years ago

    Great place to eat! Carnitas are the best!!! Never disappoints. Prices are very reasonable too.

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    Taste was amazing they were fresh. They do sell other food. Fresh Mande chorizo is good too

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    Great taste. Meat quality was spot on. Wait time was not too bad. The line moved pretty quick.

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    Best spot to get carnitas! They are delicious and full of flavor! Best burritos ! I literally take a drive just to get here.

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    4 years ago

    Amazing carnitas. Would come again. I've had several dishes. Never disappointed!! Great staff.

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    Parrot coconut strawberry with an asada burrito and you're golden. Hidden gem perfect after a hike in Yosemite.

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    Service was great. I arrived and they greeted me with a smile and super nice overall. I ordered a…read moreTorta Azada with everything and it was delicious. I forgot to ask for salsa, for a little kick but there was a jalapeño so made up for it. I do recommend it. Ten of ten. I did not have cash but i was able to pay with Cash App. If im ever in the area again i will surely stop for some more food. Thank you.

    RAMON'S TACOS HAS MOVED!!!!!!…read more They are no longer in the parking lot of the El Campo Market on the side of 140. There is now a different (not nearly as good) truck in that spot. Ramon's is just about two blocks away, just a couple of turns down the road. The truck is actually still visible from the side of 140 if you look closely, but it is a little further from the road than it was before. Ramon's truck is now parked in what seems to be the driveway of Ramon's house. Maybe there was some sort of rent dispute with El Campo? (I don't know.) What I do know is that the best tacos in Planada, the greater Yosemite area, and the greater Central Valley are from Ramon's. So, having found this information in the comments on someone else's review, I recently headed out to Ramon's, and re-experienced the bliss. I ordered a carne asada burrito, and it was everything I'd been dreaming of and missing for months. The carne asada is so tender, so flavorful, and so on point. All grilled onions are good, but there is something extra special about these. The rice, the beans, the crema, all as fresh as can be. The value of the huge burrito with top tier ingredients for about $14 cannot be beat (unless you make it yourself and happen to be a pro). This is literally my favorite taco truck of all time outside of SoCal. If you are driving down the 140 to or from Yosemite, it is definitely worth the two block detour. Highest recommendations. Twelve stars.

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    Plazuelas Mexican Restaurant & Taqueria

    4.2(939 reviews)
    36.7 mi
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    Such a great find in Oakhurst. No wonder the ratings are so good…read more Family's owned and mommas soups are the bomb. We had green pozole and WOW. Both of us then had tacos, and I had a Gordita. All so darn good. Wish we had this good of Mexican food at home.

    Check your bill before you pay!…read more Walked in for an early dinner. It was busy but we were able to get seated asap at the bar. We waited a while and then was asked "have you ordered?". We said no and placed our order The agua fresas are not authentic and are tasted like powder mix. Chicken flautas are very dry and came with some old avocado on the side. Chicken mole was delicious- the chicken was very tender. My fish tacos were excellent and packed with flavor. The server asked if I wanted to upgrade to flour tortillas but didn't tell me how much it was. After we ate, the guy helping us said "ready for the check?". I was disappointed that he didn't ask us if we wanted dessert. We paid and left. Shortly after, I thought "why was my total before tax and tip $86 instead of $71??". Idk how much the up charge for flour tortillas was, but it definitely couldn't have been $15, and if it is, shame on them (after all they charge you for chips and salsa, and double the charge if it's to-go). No clue if they added someone's drink to my total but very annoying. This is the first time I've ever been over charged. Everything here in general is overpriced unfortunately.

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