In the several decades that I've been coming here, the food has always remained delicious and…read moreconsistently good! It gets pretty loud and busy around meal times but the staff work hard and you always leave full and happy! We love the crunchy ground beef tacos and the enchiladas!

A group of coworkers met up at El Sombrero for an early dinner, and it turned out to be a great…read morespot for catching up. The restaurant is surprisingly roomy and was able to accommodate several large groups at once without ever feeling crowded or becoming too loud, making conversation easy. The wait staff was friendly and efficient, always making sure our drinks were refilled and that we had everything we needed. I ordered a piña colada, which was smooth, creamy, and the perfect way to unwind with friends. For my meal, I chose the #21 plate with a chile relleno, rice, and refried beans. The chile relleno was packed with lots of melty cheese, which I loved, but overall the dish was a little bland for my taste. I was really hoping for a spicy kick from the pepper, but unfortunately, there wasn't one. The complimentary chips and salsa were a nice touch, though the salsa also lacked the bold flavors and spice I was expecting from a Mexican restaurant.

I had to give them a 2nd try after having other tacos in the area. This had to be the best around…read morethe East Side. The service was great, fast, and accurate. The condiments are cut fresh and always refilled. The Frescas are made fresh, the meat is not greasy, it's hot to order. I recommend this tacos spot for sure. They are even opened late.

The food was delicious and the meat was made exactly how I like it (well done). They were friendly…read moreand fast with our order. Tortillas were hand made. And the drink was good. They had a section of toppings you can add to your food and beans that you can get for free. I just wish there were outdoor heaters.

My boyfriend and I stopped by here for an early dinner before catching a movie. Ever since I met…read morehim, he has constantly raved about this spot, so I was excited to finally try it. Arriving around 4:30 PM was the perfect move, the restaurant wasn't crowded at all, and we were seated right away. Our server was incredibly nice and attentive, and in a cool twist, my boyfriend realized it was the exact same server he remembered from his high school days coming here after soccer practice. The Warm-Up: We kicked things off with some classic chips and salsa. The chips were serving perfection, soooo warm and seasoned with just the right amount of salt to keep you reaching for more. The Main Event: For my entree, I ordered the shrimp enchiladas, which came paired with traditional rice and beans. My boyfriend stuck to his classic and ordered the chicken burrito he has been getting for years. The Flavor Profile: My enchiladas were incredible; the green sauce was creamy, heavenly, and tied the whole plate together. The meal definitely hit the spot. As for the boyfriend's burrito? He confirmed it was exactly how he remembered it. Needless to say, we absolutely smashed the food. The Verdict: This place completely lived up to the years of hype. Between the fast service, the nostalgic hospitality, and the excellent food, it's the ultimate spot for a comforting meal.

Lino's in Bakersfield is right down the street from a large market, so you can't miss it. it is so…read morepretty and very comfortable. The place is older and so well main maintained. It is like a bit of old Mexico and we love it. Parking is super easy and the prices are very fair. Now, it can get crowded and I think they take reservations, but call them to make sure. We had about a 15 minute wait without reservations so it was not bad. We have been twice. The last time we came we got take out to go back to our hotel. We love the service. Everyone is so nice and they are fast. You will get help with the menu if you need it. We love all their food. Their rice and beans are exceptional. And they have a Happy Hour shrimp with fries that is great. I am not sure of the times. We have not done that in a while. Try their pork belly tacos. You can't get those everywhere and they are just amazing.

Tortillas made by hand is right up my alley. I ordered 3 tacos all with different protein. One…read moreasada, one chicharron, and one cabeza. The wait is a little long but maybe that means the food is good.i waited about 25 min and I honestly can't say it was worth it. The asada meat was crispy. The chicharron was soggy and the cabeza was the best. The tortilla are corn made to order. The salsa was lacking flavor. I honestly don't think I will be coming back. Feel free to check it out and share your thoughts.

situated around several other food trucks, this spot is very quick and friendly. i got the pastor…read moretacos and they tasted fantastic. comes with cilantro, onions, cucumbers on the side, green and red salsa and limes. tacos are priced for each one and it was very affordable and tasted fantastic! other options include burritos, asada fries, tortas and several others with meat options being pollo, asada, pastor, chiccharon. there's plenty of seats in the food truck area and the vibes and area are very nice!

It had been a while since my last visit to this restaurant, so we decided to stop by again. The…read morefood was good and flavorful, but it's definitely on the pricier side. To give an idea of the cost: a two-item combo was $17.95, a kids bean and cheese burrito was $5.95 (not including the $3.95 apple juice), and the shrimp cocktail was $20.95. They also charge extra for sour cream (about $0.75). I'm guessing some of the pricing may reflect the location on this side of town. As for the food itself, it was solid and pretty standard for Mexican food. I ordered the shrimp cocktail, which came served in a huge margarita glass (super cute presentation) and it was loaded with shrimp. It was delicious, and I finished every last drop. My husband ordered the enchilada dinner special, which is his usual favorite, and my child had the bean and cheese burrito. Overall, this is a good spot for an occasional meal, but probably not somewhere I'd visit every week because of the prices. One tip: if you have those local high school football discount cards, use them here. They can save you about $5 on a $35 purchase.

What a great deal for Taco Tuesday! $1.99 each. Double drilled tortilla with tasty carnitas. Pork…read morehad bark topped with pickled onions cilantro. Served with fresh lime and salsa. Love the thick chips and hand made salsa! Great stop after getting gas a Sully's. #spicemeister approved!

taco Tuesday deals crazy quality A1 definitely recommend ! not alot of good street tacos in the…read morecity these definitely pass

I did enjoy that this place offers drive-thru and the service is quick…read more I ordered the carne asada fries, but it was average in taste, came topped with guacamole (had a kick, my kid couldn't enjoy it), pico, jalapeños, fries that were not salted, and scarce amount of carne asada. The horchata was decent; nice and light not thick like other horchatas I've had in the past. I also asked for green and salsa, received neither.

I have been seeing Vato's Tacos and have been really wanting to try it out. I was surprised to find…read moreit right down the street (Ming/Ashe) and in a place that used to be our Family's regular place to eat. The former restaurant has been gone for a while and we never tried out the replacement: Vato's. Everything came together for us to stop by and I am really glad we did. I am sure it will also take you by surprise that you will find great food and service in a strip mall location. Once inside, the place opens up and gives everything you would expect from a classic Mexican restaurant. It is colorful, decorated and inviting. We were seated immediately. There is a stage in the center and they have live music on Saturdays. They have some regular specials but Tuesdays also seem to offer some tacos and margaritas specials, so it's a great place for Taco Tuesdays. The food was very good. We ordered the birria tacos, taco dinner and chicken flautas. The flautas were more in a taquito style but very good with a lot of shredded chicken. Everyone enjoyed their food and the chips & salsa. The salsa that came with the chips was my favorite. I was not as much of a fan of the salsa that came with the meal. Classic salsa is the best! I asked the waitress how long they had been there and was shocked to find out it had been 3 years. Wow! We used to eat at the previous restaurant several times a month. I can't believe Vato's Tacos has been here and we had not tried it yet. We will be back. It's so close. I can see this becoming our new regular spot.

don't go here and support his business, go to las Salsas is way better food and they are nice,…read more Try them! Authentic Mexican food. Look at how the owner replies to costumers?

The food was high quality. I had a shrimp burrito one of the best I've ever had. The service was…read moreexcellent, very accommodating to any changes. The only negative is the neighborhood. And for me, I can't drive at night. I have night blindness, so I can only go when the days are long with sunlight.

Good authentic food. Alex and his wife are super friendly and the food speaks for itself!read more