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    Efrens

    4.1 (17 reviews)
    Open 9:00 am - 9:00 pm
    Updated 2 months ago

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    Jeffrey S.

    We were excited to try the newest restaurant at this particular location. Efren's was clean and bright w 3 large menu screens w tons of options. The fajitas (carnitas, pollo, shrimp) were at the upper end $$ but I was super hungry and couldn't wait to try. My friends enjoyed a carnitas burrito, veggie burrito and pollo burrito all brought to our table w complimentary chips and salsa. Service was ultra friendly and fast. Food arrived and everything looked awesome, my fajitas were sizzling and everyone had big full burritos. My first bite the contents of my fajitas were over cooked and dry. The meat had some seasoning,but barely. The tortillas looked like flour but tasted like corn, difficult to eat without sour cream, salsa or some kind of sauce. A toss of cheese would have been a great addition. I literally ate 1/2 of my lunch. I looked around the table and every plate had 1/2 eaten burritos. For instance, the carnitas burrito were dry strips of meat and lettuce. We did get beans and rice that had too much salt. Leaving Enron's expecting to be full, I knew this late lunch was not going to hold us over till dinner. This restaurant has great potential and perhaps our lunch was a "one-off" and I'll stop in again and try to update. Overall Grade: C

    Michelle H.

    I always have this place catered for school events but had never actually gone in person, so I had to stop by and it didn't disappoint. They took my order super quickly and even gave me chips and guac while I waited, which was nice. I ordered the flautas combo with rice and beans. The flautas were alright, nothing super special, and I do wish they were filled a bit more. The rice and beans, though, were seasoned really well. Overall, a really solid meal!

    Paul S.

    I had 3 chicken enchiladas with chips & guacamole. Everything was extremely fresh. We went to the Efren's on Laurel lane where there's plenty of parking. The restaurant is clean & the seating is very comfortable. I would highly recommend this to anyone that loves Mexican food & a comfortable dining room.

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    Monica C.

    The food is fresh and delicious just like their other location on Laurel Ln! The customer service was exceptional, very attentive. This spot just opened a few weeks ago and is modern, clean, with a chill ambiance. Highly recommend their enchiladas & quesabirrias.

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    1 month ago

    Honestly best tacos I've had in slo. Never misses. Service is great! 10/10 experience

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    3 months ago

    Just dropped in here. Had thecabeza tacos and Ensenada style tostadas. Not only is the flavor amazing but the portions are well served.

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    3 months ago

    I ordered a asada fries and the fries were frozen and the Asada meat super bad would not recommend eating here

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    1 year ago

    Probably the only good Mexican food in San Luis! The food, service, and environment is stellar. I really enjoyed their tacos and flan.

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    1 year ago

    the tacos gave me food poisoning but the service was good also I think most of the reviews are workers or bots

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    I've loved eating at Efren's and was so stoked to see they're in downtown slo so now I can just walk there!

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    As someone who typically only leaves positive reviews, it's disappointing to be sharing this…read moreexperience. I downloaded Yelp specifically to provide this feedback. Bouncers working on April 10, 2026 were extremely rude and unprofessional. Instead of simply doing their job, they made unnecessary and disrespectful comments. As a business owner myself, I understand the importance of upholding rules. However, there is a clear difference between maintaining standards and failing to show basic respect to guests and this interaction reflected the latter. That kind of unprofessional behavior reflects poorly on the entire establishment. Management should take a closer look at who they have representing them at the door.

    My husband and I have officially become Taco Tuesday regulars at The Mark--and for good reason. It…read moremight seem a little unexpected to find top-tier tacos at a bar, but as self-proclaimed taco aficionados, we can confidently say these are the best tacos in San Luis Obispo. We've tried the pastor, lemon pepper chicken, carne asada, pescado, and crispy pescado--and every single one has been spot on. They actually remind me of the authentic tacos I've had in Mexico City. I've seen a few reviews mentioning rude staff, but in the eight times we've been there, everyone has been nothing but friendly and chill. Bonus points for the pool table and the live music--we love the fun, relaxed vibe. If you're serious about your tacos, give The Mark a try. You might just become a regular too.

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