first time I came on a Sunday super busy but so friendly food taste amazing will come back

Ordered a salad with chile verde ( the meat was pretty fatty and i wasn't given much of it). I asked for asada as well, because there wasn't much meat. I also ordered a flour tortilla on the side, since they're homemade(it was burnt). I paid $21! Then to top it all off, when i got in my car the to-go Styrofoam container was completely ripped down the middle and all of the salsa/juices had not only spilled into the bag, but then also on my seat, because the bag had a small hole.... Unfortunately, the food wasn't good enough to make up for the experience and price tag. read more

We have came here a few times and I feel like each time it reminds me why I do not frequent the location. I gave the 4 stars for the service and cleanliness of the restaurant. I was super disappointed in the burrito as my tortilla was over cooked and literally fell apart. The carne asada was super tasty but I was so saddened that my whole burrito fell apart and I did not over stuff it how I normally do with everything. read more

El Atrancon Fresh Mexican Grilll - Prep area - Mexican Near Me - Modesto, California

Every time we come down to Modesto is a must we stop by The staff is friendly and the food is great with handmade flour and corn tortillas. Highly recommend. read more

No joke - original review stands the test of time. The food is consistent, service kind, and always leave happy. read more

This place is exactly what to look for in a taqueria. Small, cages on the windows, and a hard working Hispanic woman that makes everything herself. There are not any Sysco deliveries at this place. I ordered 2 burritos and my server immediately started rolling out dough to make flour tortillas. You can order anything inside the burritos. I got the Chile verde, and the Chile Colorado burritos. They were traditional large burritos. Lots of flavor, fresh ingredients, and extremely friendly service. read more

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Literally my favorite spot to get a Mexican food. The food is SO good each time I come here. The service is great, the people who work here are so nice! The vibes were good and the place was welcoming read more

El Atrancon Fresh Mexican Grilll - Chicken Tacos - Mexican Near Me - Modesto, California

I enjoyed my tacos and overall great service! The space was clean and calm, enjoyed my time at the restaurant!

FOOD: There nothing like fresh tortillas. Especially tortillas made in front of you. One of my tortillas did have too much flour. I could taste it while eating. The meat, beans and rice was well seasoned. The salsa was perfect! I had to take some home. I really enjoyed it ATMOSPHERE: It was a quiet place with another family eating across from me. To my surprise I had a free meal. Another customer who came after me offered to pay for my food and others who arrived afterwards as well. SERVICE: Both ladies were super kind. They make your food with that mother love. Laughing and starting conversation with you as they make your meal. One strange thing did happen. I'm assuming the owner or manager called in to make sure the gentleman who paid for all our food actually paid the full amount. At this time I was the only one there. I felt a bit uncomfortable since I'm assuming the owner must have been looking at the cameras the whole time. Next time I'll take my order to go. PARKING: There's enough parking since it's in the same location as a gas station read more

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Do not go here!!! This restaurant is soooo expensive and not worth the portion of meat they provide in your meal! The meat portion is very minimal and not worth it or satisfying! Dont waste your time or money here! Very disappointing! read more

You wouldn't think this place is worth a stop being connected to a gas station but it definitely is. I recommend getting a fresh made tortilla and it doesn't matter if it is corn or flour as they are both amazing. I like to get the shredded chicken plate with beans only and it fill me up all day. Do you want a very large and fresh breakfast burrito? Stop in here as this is your place. I will be back! read more

Stopped here in the way to o a customers house for a couple of tacos. Homemade tortillas are awesome, I selected Carne Asada (steak) with cilantro, onions, mild salsa and cheese, they were amazing, so amazing the following week to the same customer I stopped and ordered a Carne Asada Quesadilla. Since I was driving I skipped all of the good stuff, guacamole, sour cream and salsa. This will be my go to taqueria whenever I am in the area or just want good Mexican food. read more

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Haven't visited in a whole so I decided to stop and grab a burrito. Prices have dramatically increased but where has it not but it's $12 for a burrito. The size of the burrito has unfortunately decreased... price increases 40% but size decreased by 40% as well. Unfortunately the quality and flavor has also disappeared. The asada was the best around. Now it's taco truck quality. Unfortunately I don't think I will be returning. read more

Look fancy when they make the tortillas but the portion of meat is not worth the price. They make it fast to deceive you when adding the meat. The food doesn't taste good either and the older short guy on the cash register is mean. Definitely not coming back anymore. read more

Food is good but definitely not worth the price for what you're getting. Either offer more stuff with your meal or lower the prices. Sadly I won't be coming again unless I need some homemade flour tortillas to go, but even then those are expensive for just a few. read more

Food is pretty good, but they're very frugal with their ingredients. I ordered a chicken burrito and I saw them make it, they try to put as little meat on as possible. In their chicken salad, they load it up with lettuce and beans. The place is pricey for a small Mexican food eatery. the prices have doubled and there's no chips or salsa bar anymore. It is overpriced it my opinion read more

Tacos have fresh tortillas and are delicious all the food is fresh and price not to bad for these times restaurants are to go place is perfect for truckers also read more

Wandering around in unknown parts of Modesto? Got a hankering for hand made tortillas? Then El Atrancon might be the place for you. Tucked in to the side or a Chevron station on the corner of Grayson and Crows Landing, this little rest stop cafe cranks our piping hot fresh corn or flour tortillas to order. Only 4 booths and a couple of extra tables El Atrancon fills up and will have a line out the door at the noon rush. Pro Tip - Go after 2:00 and before 400 for limited lines and piles of fresh tortillas. The best thing about this restaurant are the tortillas, so make sure you get one and maybe take some home for later. Both the flour and corn tortillas are pulled, rolled, pressed, and fried stone right as you call out your order. Standard set of meats with carne asada, barbacoa, carnitas, chili verde, and fire grilled chicken. Fish and shrimp are also available and most are prepared to order. The last few times we were here they were out of chips (bummer!) and didn't have water cups. But remember, go here for the handmade tortillas! Anything else is just "gravy". read more

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Hand-made tortillas, great flavor. Fish and shrimp are grilled fresh when you order. Service is fast. The ambiance and space are spartan as this is an easy-to-miss hole-in-the-wall place by a gas station. But it's a great spot for a quick lunch break. read more

Breakfast burritos are BOMB! The gentlemen and ladies here are absolutely great people! read more

El Atrancon Fresh Mexican Grilll - Lunch - Mexican Near Me - Modesto, California

What a great spot! Exactly what you want a small taco shop to be! Fresh ingredients and great flavors, no frills. Oh, and fresh made tortillas!! read more

El Atrancon Fresh Mexican Grilll - Fresh tortillas ready to cook. - Mexican Near Me - Modesto, California

WHY WE WENT HERE: - lunch spot recommended by our client while working in Modesto for the day THE LOOK (FROM THE OUTSIDE): - poppin' - loads of people here to eat/get gas at Chevron (El Atrancon Fresh Mexican Grill and Chevron gas station are within a close proximity of one another) THE LOOK (FROM THE INSIDE): - the meat, sides, condiments, etc. have been previously prepared but are awaiting to be fulfilled in orders as they're placed (like a cafeteria line) - the flour tortillas are prepared fresh by hand on the spot per order THE MENU: - burritos - tacos - enchiladas - quesadillas - salads - tortas - sides WHAT I ORDERED: - picadillo (shredded chicken) burrito THE TASTE: - MIND BLOWN; the freshly hand-made tortilla made the difference and the picadillo was made to perfection - I was full, content, but not bloated CUSTOMER SERVICE: - not rushed, but very straight to the point as the line can get long read more

Stay away!! The one star is solely for the food. the one quesadilla I ordered. That cost me $12 and a good mood. La Niña behind the counter couldn't gather all two of her manners to be polite to my family for the five minutes it took to get the one thing I ordered. Won't be back. read more

Anywhere that serves fresh tortillas, is huge in my book. Stopped by for breakfast burritos, super tasty!!

This was one of those tasty, off-the-beaten spots that reminds you why Yelp is so darned handy. As I rolled in to the gas station/Mexican eatery, I thought to myself..."how the hell would I have ever ended up here otherwise?" After miles on a country road through orange groves andddd BAM! you're here. As you walk up to the counter you'll notice at least 6-8 meat options, a large wheel for the homemade, made to order tortillas, pickled complimentary peppers, tons of fresh fixings for your tacos and horchata on standby. I ordered a pork taco and stewed (with carrots and potatoes) chicken taco along with pinto beans garnished with cilantro. The stewed chicken was my favorite of the two. The staff was very friendly and operated with a hustle. It's clear this spot is a local favorite. We visited at 3pm and the line kept rolling for the solid thirty minutes we were there. I really appreciated the somewhat open kitchen that allows visitors to see all of the action and work that goes into the product. Last, but not least, you can easily be fed for $10/head. Thanks for a tasty and memorable experience! read more

I normally don't leave any bad reviews but this place.....I ordered a carne asada burrito to go, get home open it up and it's torn right down the middle everything falling out and the burrito is tiny I paid almost $9 for it I could've gotten one way cheaper in town at the taco trucks and bigger sorry for the bad review but never again read more

El Atrancon Fresh Mexican Grilll - Mexican Near Me - Modesto, California

Poor service and poor amount of portion they give on the food I basically paid for bread when I got a torta right now for lunch was highly disappointed and it cost 18$ unbelievable read more

I cannot give this place enough praise. I will admit that I did not grow up with a Mexican mother, or spend more than a few weeks in Northern and Central Mexico in my life (so I will not use words like "authentic"), but El Atrancon offers fantastic burritos! The homemade tortillas and the ingredients make this quite the fun experience, and with a drink for less than $10.50, make the experience one that's not only tasty but easy on the wallet as well. Make your way out to this whole in the wall and enjoy! read more

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Homemade tortillas, fast service and the food is always delicious! The restaurant is always clean and the employees are nice.

I ordered a burrito and a dozen fresh flour tortillas I was charged $24 for the tortillas for 12 tortillas what a rip off the ones in the store four or five dollars and they had to go through everything else to get packaged you're making them fresh and you're charging $24 are used to go there all the time I will never go there again and everybody that asked me about you I tell him you are a rip off and not to go there ever again and they suck there was no salt in them to begin with. Good luck read more

The homemade tortilla sounded good but it was to soft and broke apart. The burrito was just ok but cost almost 15 dollar. For that price it should of been better than just ok read more

Today's food was good and not so good. Let me explain, I ordered two tacos. One with barbacoa and the other with carne asada. The barbacoa Taco was great. The asada Taco, well Let's just say it was super dry. How can this be when the asada soaks in a broth. I assume the lady grabbed the top where the meat and broth don't collide leaving me with a dried out asada meat. The meat was so dry that I couldn't eat it. I took the Taco back in and they gladly made Me another barbacoa Taco. Unfortunately this new Taco did not match the other one they made me. This taco was dripping with juice where it made the tortilla super soggy. To the point where my taco just fell apart. They didn't bother draining the juice from the meat. Also there was a huge chunk of fat. GROSS! I ate a 1/4 of this taco and tossed it. This experience was not the greatest. Out of three tacos I tried, only one made the cut. Sad read more

Excellent food. Fresh Tortilla. And good service! Clean tables. Friendly staff and they made my meal as requested.

IF you are remotely close, this is a must stop!!!! The ladies are pressing BOTH corn and flour tortillas FRESH!!! MADE TO ORDER!!!!!! And, service A PLUS!!!! Super friendly and courteous staff!!!! Can't wait to come back!!!! read more

Love this place best Mexican food and they not Stingy with there portions. Staff really friendly exspeacially George the tortilla maker lol highly recommended I drive all way from Gustine just to eat here read more

I've been from From Phoenix Arizona all the way to Tacoma Philadelphia Atlanta LA I'm a truck driver! This place is legit!!! Some of the best food, cleanliness off the charts. Homemade tortillas the works!!! Don't let the Chevon next door keep you from this place!!! 10 outta 10 !! The hot sauce is really extremely hot! Not for children.. They also have mild sauce and pico for the kiddos.. Top 5 authentic Mexican food.. read more

El Atrancon Fresh Mexican Grilll - Mexican Near Me - Modesto, California

Food was AMAZING!! So fresh and the tortillas are made right in front of you! Service was quick and workers were very nice! Will definitely come again read more

Initially this place is fine when you're being served by the owner in the morning, today I decided to visit in the evening, let me say there was a young girl rushing to get us out! Terrible attitude, she would yell instead of speaking, asked me to tell her the order quick because she said she forgets, instead of grabbing a pen and pad, many businesses loose customers due to poor employee service and this is one, worse $36.00 dollars Ive ever spent! read more

This is a nice little gem of a taqueria located on Crows Landing kitty corner to the golf course next to the gas station. Surprisingly very busy located on the outskirts of Modesto, just shows people will travel for great food. The two girls working behind the counter were friendly and very busy, but were quick with everyone's orders. I ordered three tacos...carnitas, carne asada & fish. Plus one burrito carne asada made to order. They make their tortillas fresh as you order. Very large portions, each item was loaded, well worth the prices. All the meat was cooked perfectly, the carne asada was very flavorful. I especially enjoyed the fish taco. The first order of chips are free and they have really good salsa to top things off. Hands down what makes the food so great is the homemade tortillas.. they are light, fluffy and large for the tacos which helps to load up tons of meat and toppings. You get to watch them make them as well which is cool to see. I can't wait to return and try more items. read more

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The homemade tortillas is what makes this place great, along with the staff. The meats are grilled right there in front of you and they're constantly restocking the serving plates with the freshly cooked meat as they're incredibly busy. This is the go to spot for everyone who works anywhere close to the restaurant. If you happen to be nearby, do your tastebuds a favor and stop in! PS yes it's next to a gas station and looks a little run down. Don't let that concern you! read more