I was craving mexican food, to be specific Carnitas. Carnitas are my go to, my favorite. I've…read morebecome an expert (not really). La Casa is in the old part of town and the parking on the street was convienent. It was very clear that this was a family run place, there were a few kids running around. I asked the nice lady who sat me if Carnitas were an option. When she returned she said that Yes, I could order Carnitas. It did not take long at all for my food to arrive. The plate was HOT. The drink selection was slim and I asked for Ice tea. The tea was watered down and didn't taste good at all. The pork was ok, fatty and kind of dry and tough. The rice and beans were hot, but bland. The tortillas were absolutely delicious and the service was good. I really like to support small family run businesses and will continue to do so. I may just skip this one the next time I'm in town.

Our group of five enjoyed amazing food and great service. Best chile relleno I have ever had! Nice…read moreatmosphere and incredibly nice staff.

I love their food!! Some people are quick to leave…read morenegative comments but not many will post a positive review so don't let a "negative nancy" discourage you. I am Mexican and can recognize good Authentic Mexican food. Service is great, they are quick and always friendly. ^Only bad thing I'd have to say is the salsa is too mild for my taste but everything else is good!!

El Purrto 1008 Burlington Ave Hastings NE…read more We went to this restaurant based on YELP and local reviews. This restaurant really needs to actually live up to its reviews. My Food: Enchiladas, Beans and The Rice missed the mark completely. My Sons Food: Carnitas was tough and unflavorful. The beans were overly lard heavy and the rice was crunchy. Service: Satasfactory "C" Ambiance: Clean but nothing special. There were 4 servers just standing around a table chatting. Granted the place wasn't very busy but at 5pm I would think there would be something to do other than watch us and the table next to us eat.

The food I ordered took awhile to make, price was higher than anticipated, but when I received it…read moreI could see shy. The stew was delicious, large chunks of meat and vegetables. good stew broth, very good use of spices. Each cup made two meals. I will go back.

Once again, you have made my day, Sanchez Plaza. The kids loved the huevos con jamon they shared…read more("This is the best meat I've ever tasted in my whole life!" exclaimed the five-year-old.) The baby gobbled up the fried plantains (when I wasn't snitching from his order--yummy). The three year old hardly made a peep, she was so busy scooping it all in. The shrimp taco from the appetizer area of the menu had fresh avocado and radish and is making me salivate just remembering it, and my husband's big burrito was, as always, super tasty. After all this, we were still out of there in less that 25 bucks including tip. There are no other eats in Hastings that make me feel this happy. The new location looks great and the wait staff's uniforms are clean and professional. Huge improvement in atmosphere.

Being back in my hometown, but having spent much of the last 25 years living in the southwest and…read moreMexico, I was craving some Mexican food. In my 10 days in town, I tried a few (but probably not all) of the Mexican restaurants, and this place was by far the best. Don't get me wrong, nothing comes close to real mexican bought from a street cart in Mexico, but for Nebraska, this place was top notch. Hastings is lucky to have it and I look forward to my next visit.

El Toro Mexican Restaurant provided an okay dining experience during our recent visit. The…read moreatmosphere was pleasant, with a typical Mexican restaurant decor, and the seating was comfortable. The standout aspect of our visit was the server, who was genuinely friendly and attentive throughout the meal. Their positive attitude added a nice touch to an otherwise average experience. The food was good but not excellent. We did however enjoy their hot sauce. Tip ask them to mix the verde with their spicy sauce very delicious.

The drive thru operator on Saturday night, August 8th was phenomenal. I don't know how he keeps…read morethat enthusiasm and upbeat personality. He was pleasant, outgoing and made the quick experience enjoyable and unforgettable. The food was in point. We just order entrees and kit the meals because in the past the tater tots were salty and overrated. Love the grilled chicken burrito and chicken quesadilla.

You really can't go home again. I often crave Taco John's now that I don't live anywhere near one…read more But it turns out that the flavor that I thought was seared in my memory is not quite the same as it is in the real world. I enjoyed revisiting this childhood/teen/early 20s memory. The multiple salsas were still great and the tacos were good but I think I am over the craving . . . . at least for a while.

One of the best and most reasonably priced authentic mexican and tex-mex in the area. Their asada…read morenachos are great and the birria pizza will leave you with delicious left overs.

NOT AUTHENTIC MEXICAN FOOD! Lived in Arizona for 13 years. Not only is it not authentic it's one…read moreof the worst meals I've had. When the nachos arrived with what appeared to be cheez whiz, I knew it was going to be bad. The sauces all tasted pretty much the same with no pizzazz at all. The meat was bland too. Taco John's would have been better for a lot less money.

Was listed as food truck. Maybe in past or they also have. Testing now for quesadilla of al pastor…read moreand chorizo, with Mex Coke. Is ok but lesser than most I have ever eaten. Pickled jalapeños. Lots better than Taco Bell!!

Taco Bell again, but in Hastings. Something must be off at this location today. Seeing a very long…read moreline in the drive thru, Bookguy opted to go inside. Maybe their modus operandi is serve 10 cars in the drive thru then serve 5 in house customers. For whatever the reason, the inside service was abysmal. Car after car was served while the line inside stalled. Bookguy decided to go back to the drive-thru since it appeared now to be moving faster. Not really-- stalled while they helped inside. It was as slow as watching a 2 year-old eat peas. The driver of car behind us got out and asked the car behind her to back up so she could leave. Both cars left. Finally got to the order mic and waited a bit of time before getting our order. The sweet woman at the window presented us with an extra little bowl of chicken for our dogs, such a nice thing to do! Luckily, the usual fare of cantina chicken bowl and soft tacos with hot sauce was just as expected.

Waited 30 minutes after the app said the food would be ready. When I asked about it, they were rude…read moreand said "if we haven't called it out it isn't ready.