The food was amazing I have no complaints the area was clean the waitress was great and it was a…read morenice place to catch up with my friend I will be going back

I went here on a recommendation on Reddit's r/SanPedro page, and I'm glad I went. The kind redditor…read moresuggested the tacos, so I ordered 3 chicken tacos with a side of beans and rice. There were a few things that really stood out and made me very happy that I gave it a try. First, the red sauce in the salsa bar: very legit! Spicy, but very flavorful! I also tried the green chili/tomatillo sauce, which was also very good and good counter point to the unctuous marinated chicken. And they don't go cheap on the meat. Secondly, the corn tortillas were made in house and were hefty! Very tasty and held together where other tacos need two of the thin store-bought variety to have a hope to stand together. Very good. If I had the tiniest critique, I would say to add a tiny bit more salt to them, but I have a theory why they may go scant on it, and I respect that. Third, the beans and rice: The beans were very simple, but simply good. It takes a lot of guts to make and serve simple pinto beans boiled with salt. I know! What a concept! But simply delicious, and made to complement the rest of the food, and not distract from it. It takes a lot of confidence in my opinion for a restaurant to have such faith in their food to leave some that should be simple, simple. The same was true for the rice: simply well made, not over done with a ton of ingredients. It was well made: the individual grains didn't stick together. And it was unctuous without being overbearing. If I had to guess, I would say that they used broth and chicken fat. Simply good, and a complement to rest of the meal. Now to my theory. It makes sense that the masa would be light on the salt because it is the same masa that they use for pupusas, and the filling for pupusas (I just like that word) is savory and well seasoned. I'll let you now next time I got back and try the PUPUSAS! ;)

Excellent food!! They also do catering services for parties. Highly recommend the burritos and…read moreflautas. Will definitely try again soon.

Disgusting! I ordered a carne asada torta. It was disgusting! I've never had carne asada in a torta…read moreor burrito that was not chopped up and didn't look like it was grilled but more like boiled and fatty, smothered in chunky sour cream and spoiled cheese! When I called to let them know the lady I spoke to was very rude! Would not recommend this place! Disgusting!!!

Great authentic Mexican food. Great margaritas and nice servers. I have been going here for…read morealmost twenty years and never disappointed

I know This place has been here for several years and I really expected it to be better. It was a…read morebit noisy inside, and the service was very slow. I ordered a beef taco with rice and beans. Very so so. Prices were reasonable. But I don't think I'll be back.

the waiter oscar is by far the best one i've met , he's fast & on time with drinks and food ,…read morechecks on you every 10 minutes . the other 2 waiters i had had don't serve me because i got drunk one time and they didn't like it . props to oscar for being a real one !!

So happy to finally try this place out!…read more Inside and outside of the restaurant is beautiful, colorful and festive with so much to look at while you enjoy your food and the music they blast. Service was okay, our server was attentive, nothing extraordinary. The food is the standout here. I don't like salsa but I LOVED their salsa. I would come back for this alone. Ordered the quesabirria tacos and kala burrito, both were huge portions of food and tasted amazing. Some of the best chain mexican food imo. Will happily be returning.

Ordered pa carne asada burrito wet style with both red and green sauce, plus a Jamaica drink…read more The burrito was huge and really satisfying. The carne asada had great flavor, and having both sauces on top made every bite better. The red sauce brought a nice richness and the green sauce added a little tang and freshness that balanced everything out. Definitely messy in the best way. The Jamaica drink was cold and refreshing and paired perfectly with the food. The spot has that classic casual Mexican food feel where you know you're about to get a solid meal. Staff was friendly, service was quick, and everything came out hot and fresh. Definitely a place I'd come back to when I'm craving a good burrito.

If you're looking for authentic, homemade Mexican food, Mr. Valdez Mexican Restaurant is an…read moreabsolute gem. This cozy mom-and-pop spot truly feels like a labor of love, with everything made fresh and full of flavor. The mole is incredible--rich, comforting, and honestly reminds me of the kind my mom used to make. It's one of those dishes that instantly feels nostalgic. And the chile verde? Finger-licking good. Every bite is packed with fresh, vibrant flavor. Beyond the food, what really makes this place special is the people. The owners are some of the sweetest, most genuine folks you'll meet--truly salt-of-the-earth. You can feel the warmth the moment you walk in. This place has quickly become one of our regular spots, and for good reason. If you appreciate real, homemade cooking and kind-hearted service, you'll love it here.

A very quaint and family Mexican food Cafe. Beautifully decorated. The staff were super friendly…read more We sat down and immediately comes chips and salsa. And the menus. Didn't take long to order. The order was as follows. A chicken tornado in a shell. Included chicken, sour cream, onions, cheese, and I believe beans. For a beverage lemon flavored iced tea. Also ordered a side of guacamole. The other was a bean and cheese wet burrito. With a red sauce. Onions, cilantro, and green chili's included. Very large portions here folks. They don't scimp on the chicken either. Excellent and quick service. Too full for dessert. Maybe next time. Highly recommended.

Bland and expensive. I asked for salsa roja and they gave me pico de gallo. Tiny space like the…read moresize of a shoebox.

This is a great place to go get your Barria tacos, absolutely delicious! . Try the papa's tacos,…read moreit's potato inside and then it's got the fixings all around so good so so good it's deep-fried.

This was my first time here. When I arrived, I was expecting to dine in, but found out they are…read moretakeout-only. The menu was also difficult to read because many of the prices had faded badly -- they really need to go over the board with a Sharpie so first-time customers can actually see the prices clearly. I ordered the birria plate. The portion of meat was very generous -- probably at least half a pound -- and it came with a few standard tortillas, a small bag of chopped onion, cilantro, plus three lemon wedges. It also included a small side of refried beans with cheese on top, which was unremarkable, and some mushy Mexican rice that could have been much better. The meat itself was definitely the best part of the meal. It also came with a small container of consommé, but it was only lukewarm even though I had driven just 10 minutes away, so the food overall could have been hotter. There was only one hot sauce included, and I didn't care for it at all. I also missed the usual fresh radish slices and the standard red or green salsa options that many birria places provide. The food was packaged nicely, but overall I was expecting better for the price. It came to above $18, which felt overpriced for the quality, especially considering there's no dine-in option. While there was enough meat for two people, I personally would have preferred slightly smaller portions with better overall quality and sides. I've definitely had better birria elsewhere, which is why I'm giving this rating.

Up front, it's important to know that I'm from Portland, Oregon and finding a decent bowl of menudo…read morethere is like hunting unicorns. I've had some but when in SoCal, I look forward to finding a better bowl. Muy Pronto delivered. A big bowl of steaming broth and so-tender tripe. Interesting that there were only a few garbanzos but in no way did that detract from my enjoyment of this dish. My palate isn't sophisticated enough to enumerate flavor distinctions, only enough to say this was good, and I'll be back.

Owner is airways working, super polite, generous and great memory for customers. I love their…read morelanguage burrito. Full of flavor and made to order. Im so happy to live around the block from a Great hold on the wall Mexican restaurant. I usually order takeout but the booths are cozy n comfy with a great position to people watch street level from the inside.