[[HIGHLIGHT]]This is an AUTHENTIC, super casual, hole in the wall establishment.[[ENDHIGHLIGHT]] I was a bit annoyed reading the other reviews and decided to give my two cents. Being born and raised Redwood City near "little Mexico" (middlefield between marsh and woodside) I love affordable good Mexican food on the go and this place checks all the boxes. Best tripa tacos! [[HIGHLIGHT]]Yes- it gets busy and is popular for lunch.[[ENDHIGHLIGHT]] Service is welcoming - they are nice here. read more

Thee most friendliest place ever! Every time I come here, I'm greeted my cooks and staff! Makes me wanna eat more and try more food from their menu. I get my fish tacos here and they have the best ones in San Carlos hands down! Real authentic, great portions, and fair prices. It's on the corner so parking at times is a little hectic but service is so quick it's merely an afterthought. I recommend El Charrito if your looking to fix your fish taco craving!!! read more

El Charrito - Gone in 60 seconds Two Fish Super Tacos - Mexican Near Me - San Carlos, California

Best breakfast burrito in the Bay Area, don't @ me. My go-to order is the chorizo & egg breakfast burrito. They'll make it all day from 8am-8pm. So really it's a breakfast, lunch, or dinner burrito in my book. The whole team here is super friendly and make quick work in the kitchen too. 10/10 recommend. read more

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Solid breakfast burrito but nothing more. Missing potatoes and from other reviews it seems questionable if they are actually included, even though they are advertised. Minimal eggs and too much cheese. Chips and green salsa is good. Definitely not the best breakfast burrito in the Bay Area as suggested by other reviews, there far superior ones out there. read more

The chicken and egg breakfast burrito with green sauce is absolutely perfect. This will be my go to when visiting folks in the Peninsula. Quality ingredients, evenly distributed. read more

Great authentic food. Their salsa is fresh and delicious. We usually get their tacos. Can't go wrong. read more

El Charrito - the outside of a taqueria restaurant - Mexican Near Me - San Carlos, California

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The worst burrito I've had in decades. Chips and salsa also very poor though to their credit are free. The only reason this restaurant is getting two stars is the service was friendly and the dining area was tidy. Hard pass. read more

Doordash order. I wanted to give this place a try and I have no regret. I ordered the super quesadilla and I was a little shocked that the quesadilla came chopped up into pieces but it was easier to eat. I was almost like a salad style. It came with lettuce, tomatoes and guacamole for toppings. I order it with Lengua and it did not disappoint. I will order from here again. read more

El Charrito - Lengua Super Quesadilla with Meat: Lengua - Mexican Near Me - San Carlos, California

Best taqueria around! The al pastor tacos are truly a gift from God - best I've had anywhere. The fish tacos are also amazing - grilled, not battered and fried. Again, best I've had. Both (red and green) salsas are truly unique and the ceviche is always delicious and fresh. The guys are also terrific, always friendly and engaged with the customers. Love this place. read more

Been here because reviews looked promising but what a big mistake that was. After taking 20 minutes to find a place to park in their five car parking lot you went inside wasn't busy at all ordered our food got really crowded about 5 minutes after you order your food waited 30 minutes and I noticed everybody else had their food except us. Complete clown show. Got my money back and will never be returning to this garbage can again read more

Amongst many taquerias or Mexican restaurants I've been to, this is probably just a meh. Nothing to reach out and grab you and yell at you to eat here. Fairly small place with minimal parking ask you'd have to look for street parking nearby located on the corner next to the busy El Camino Real. For my case I was just hungry and needed to eat something at a new place so this is where I ended up. The staff is friendly and service was fast. Placed my order and sat down to eat within 5 mins. Ordered my traditional carne asada with everything. Fairly decent size burrito but definitely did not meet my expectations as y'all know I have my fair share of burritos. Overall it's a local mom and pop so at least I tried it. read more

Ordered an al pastor torta. The bread is amazingly soft. It looks like it's fresh baked today. grabbed some tortilla chips from the complementary salsa bar, and some of the green and the red to go... the red salsa goes good with the refried beans on the side with the chipsets read more

El Charrito - Mexican Near Me - San Carlos, California

Best tacos in the bay!!! If you're near San Carlos come hit this placeThe service is unbeatable, I've come here for years and they've remembered what I like. such friendly guys!!! Love the inside too, beautiful murals!! read more

El Charrito - Mural - Mexican Near Me - San Carlos, California

On the verge of the second week of reopening some of the businesses in San Mateo County, I am continuing to take advantage of the indoor dining opportunity. My first meal comes from a taqueria outside of the San Carlos' downtown area. The restaurant is located on the lengthy corridor of El Camino Real. When you walk in, you must wear a mask. For an option, there is also a sanitized station at the entrance. The dining capacity is cut in half to create social distancing. I had the Carne Asada Super Burrito for $8.50. To dine in and instead of a plastic basket, we get our food in a paper plate. Napkins, utensils, chips and salsa are also available on request. Get use to these mandatory protocols when you dine out, folks! The food was solid and the meat was cooked very well. Dining experience will be different going forward. But it is what it is! read more

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Really, really great chicken burrito w/ everything. Hot sauce (red) is the best I've found anywhere. Burritos and sauce are so good (Best we've found in or out of California) we get them both weekly (w/ a bag or two of chips) and it's big enough to make lunch for Monday and Tuesday. Torta w/ carne asada also very good. Chips good as well w/ the red hot sauce. They also make a really good breakfast (Juevos Rancheros (ask for side of chorizo) w/ eggs sunny side up) at a very fair price. We enjoy the breakfast after our Sunday early morning trail walk. Great start to the day. Really good, kind and helpful service as well. Very lucky to have El Charito close by. Thanks guys!! We appreciate you all so very much. Thanks so much for the delicious food and your kindness each week :) Don, Julie & Nina read more

Amazing breakfast burritos. Both chorizo and carne asada are delicious. Make sure to get some of the salsa verde while you wait. The chips aren't my favorite, but overall one of my favorite burrito spots on the peninsula read more

This place is amazing. Their food is amazing, the service is amazing. I feel like it's my tios and primos cooking for me. They're always so friendly. Plus everything I've ever eaten here is so flavorful and, in my opinion, some of the best food. Thank you for being here for so many years! read more

My favorite taqueria. They still make the red and green sauce the same way they did 10 years ago.

Quick, reasonably priced, and extremely flavorful. The super burrito is a huge portion, and all of the proportions are just right. They're generous with their proteins too. read more

Awesome tacos, tortas, and burritos. Recommend their carnitas and their green sauce. Only negative for me is parking can be difficult. read more

This is the best taqueria in the peninsula. I've lived here my whole life and nothing beats it. When I was working construction in San Carlos, I would grab lunch here 2-3 times a week for a whole year straight. Employees are great - I became a regular and they always were welcoming. Look no further for quality burritos/tacos at great price and great service read more

Burrito beware. Ordered a burrito for my son today. He bit into something extremely hard which he described as a rock. Had to throw most of the burrito out. Gross read more

Amazing! Great salsa verde. I had a regular sized carnitas burrito and it was excellent.

Fantastic nachos and super burritos. Can't beat the price either for the location. Check it out

I'm from SF and this place by far has the BEST salsa verde or whatever green sauce that is. I drink the salsa straight the eff up cause it's that good. No other place can compare with their green salsa. Generous meat portions esp with the carne asada plate and tacos. Service is quick and the boss will cook too. [[HIGHLIGHT]]Plenty of seating with a 5-space parking lot.[[ENDHIGHLIGHT]] I wish they were open later but that green sauce is the reason why this place is my go-to. read more

My go-to neighborhood taqueria for tacos and burritos. Al Pastor is my preference and theirs is really tasty. For carnitas ask for them to crisp it up on the plancha for next level enjoyment. The green salsa is addicting and I always get an extra to-go container so I can pour some over eggs for breakfast the next day. The staff their is always friendly but be warned lunchtime can get packed and no parking on their lot but food still comes out fast despite the rush or just order ahead and keep the engine running and do a drive-by for pick-up. read more

El Charrito has the Best Al Pastor Tacos. In my opinion I'd pick this spot over any spot in Redwood City.

Best traditional mexicain tacos I've had so far. No sour cream no cheese, only fresh and juicy meat, which come with different flavored sauces. Also love the size (small) of their tacos, it really feels like what you would get in Mexico, you can order different meat and not get full after only one taco. The staff is very friendly too, always welcoming! It's also on of the cheapest place around. Hidden gem in the Bay Area! read more

El Charrito - Fresh tacos, beef, chicken, etc. - Mexican Near Me - San Carlos, California

Went there for the second time. What everybody says about the chips is true. They are definitely store-bought with very limited salsa options. Second time around the food was delicious... Ordered a few tacos and my girlfriend ordered tostadas. The food is inexpensive and the service was very friendly. Very small parking lot but, we managed to get a space. We will be back for the tacos. read more

this is our go-taqueria, love the crispy taco salad with lengua, chicken burritos, plus free chips and salsa, food is great , service friendly, call ahead phone orders, fast service, cooked to order, not pre made. A+, consistent hours 8 to 8 daily read more

Wonderful place to eat Mexican food, also they are starting to do their Beef Barbacoa again, and yes you can do those popular Quesabirria with this. Love this place their service and food are at its best read more

El Charrito - Saturday's special of the day Beef Barbacoa - Mexican Near Me - San Carlos, California

Had a super fish burrito here recently and it was pretty ok. Kinda standard burrito for the area but they skimped a bit on the guac, which is really what you're paying for when you super. read more

Came in Sunday evening for dinner near the closing time. It was kinda empty. I got an asada super burrito and pastor taco. The burrito was filling and solid. The pastor meat was a bit overdone so it was a little tough, but still good. The salsa and chips are free and self serve, which is always nice. A taqueria with reasonable prices and food. Can't go wrong if you want to try it out! read more

El Charrito - Pastor taco, super burrito, chips and salsa - Mexican Near Me - San Carlos, California

Had my wife's birthday catered to be a taco bar and it was PERFECT! They also have the BEST breakfast burrito! Service is always with a good attitude and smile! Highly recommend this place as your go-to taqueria! read more

Yummy ! Delicious Super Chicken Burrito today ! Great flavors loaded ! I asked to grill the tortilla this time and it's a game changer ! Will always get it that way now ! Great verde salsa has a little kick and as always the tortilla chips are free ! Highly recommend! They offer a great menu variety and the portions are generous too ! Thank you !! read more

Consistently provided quality food and service in the many years I've gone. Staff is also very friendly.

I satisfied my breakfast burrito tooth by biting into their chorizo and egg burrito. It was a delightful combination of spicy chorizo, egg, refried beans, salsa and melted gooey cheese. Generously filled and perfectly wrapped making it easy to navigate and devour while driving on 101. Explore this place for yourself, you won't be disappointed. read more

Best, always my favorite. Tacos, burritos, the plates, the salsa. My favorite. The employees are always really friendly, Ive been going here ever since middle school. read more

El Charrito - a woman standing in front of a building - Mexican Near Me - San Carlos, California

Do not look elsewhere, this place has what want!! From the customer service (always accommodating orders with a smile) to the quality of food, and open salsa bar.... Ho could you go wrong?? Bring home and reheat the burritos on the skillet for that burnt tortilla taste. You'll never make a homemade burrito as big as theirs, it's literally the best in the Bay Area read more

Guacamole had very little flavor and was runny. Tacos were alright. Friendly staff. Ambiance was ok