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    El Pato

    4.2 (443 reviews)
    Closed 8:00 am - 12:00 AM (Next day)

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    Moderate noise
    Casual
    Outdoor seating
    Good for groups

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    Margarita and wet burrito
    Paul R.

    Wow, wow , wow! First of all the food is absolutely out of this world! If you are around Newhall and have a craving for Mexican food you have to go to this spot! (and that's saying a lot because there are many many options nearby!) The ambience is great and definitely recognizable. From the moment you step in the doors, it feels like you have teleported somewhere else and immediately are greeted by the super friendly family that owns an operates this place. They are so kind and warm and welcoming, and really make you feel like you are part of the family as well. Please give this place a shot and come and visit them!

    Homemade taco
    Alexis B.

    I had a really good experience at El Pato. I ordered takeout instead of dining in and everything was ready on time. The staff got my order correct which I really appreciated. The inside did however look nice & was very busy you can tell they get good business here. The crunchy taco stood out the most for me. It had amazing flavor and the shell had the perfect crunch. I also like how much cheese they put along with the added in sides of lime & radish. I also tried the homemade taco and thought it was just as good. The presentation was solid and I felt like I got my money's worth. I also ordered the asada burrito which was very large in size but unfortunately it was too greasy for my taste. Because of that I would not order it again but I can see how others might enjoy it if they do not mind a heavier style burrito. Overall I would definitely return for the tacos since they were the highlight of my meal.

    They put cucumber and/or lemon in the water without asking.
    Angela G.

    My husband and I went here with a large group. It was our first time trying it, and we were looking forward as it seemed like a good place to get authentic Mexican food. They give you tostadas topped with well seasoned refried beans and cotija as an appetizer. They also have salsa in these little bottles. Both bottles have kick and if you're not a spice person, you may find it a little too spicy. It was fine for me and delicious. Heads up, their meals with the green salsa is different than the one on the table. Someone else got it and she could barely eat your food. So if you don't like spice and green salsa comes on your food you may want to ask for it on the side. My husband got the pineapple margarita and it was good and strong. (Well strong for us light weights so I don't know if that is saying much.) We got the chicken fajitas. They come with salad with very fresh veggies. The rice was soft and seasoned well. The beans were the same as on the tostada. My least favorite part was the chicken actually. But it wasn't bad at all. Like I said we were a big party, so there were a few mistakes on the orders. Also I asked for silverware but was not given any so my husband and I had to share. One thing I really liked was they put cucumber and/or lemon in your water without even asking. I definitely want to go back and try other things. The parking lot is small so it could get full at busy times. Oh and it's great for groups because they will make separate checks, then you go to the front to pay.

    Happy Hour Anyone?
    N A.

    Can't go wrong with the Asada Nachos and an Horchata! Based on the picky clientele, the rest of the menu must also be good. Be sure to ask about any up-charges for hand made tortillas for example, as they may fail to mention the extra cost when they make suggestions.

    Regular steak burrito
    Michael A.

    My sister and her husband came to this place to pick up food once before. I always seen this place whenever I drive to my local church in a small suburban town. I haven't been there until today. After 30 years of driving by this place, I finally came to try it out. It is Mexican cuisine, not my favorite, but my mood today said okay, I'll give it a shot. Inside, a beautiful interior with tvs, Mexican music, painted walls and a clean overall interior. Service was excellent. It was a kind and short man that was serving us. I ordered the carne asada burrito l, chicken taco and a wet burrito. Of the three, the wet burrito was huge, however; it was drenched with green salsa or a green sauce which made it difficult to eat with a knife and fork. The burrito cannot be eaten with your hands unless you want to have that slimy touch feeling to it. Overall, it was pretty tasty with the two sauces provided. One of which was incredibly salty and spicy. It was the red or should I say rojo sauce. The green avocado salsa was also added for extra cooling and flavor. The regular burrito was about $11 and for the size of it, it was well worth it. I enjoyed that the most and was the best value. The wet burrito was about $14 with steak. The taco, tasted the best and was $3. It was a basic chicken taco, but the shell was soft and had a warm and cozy bite to it. Probably should have ordered 3-4 of these with chicken as that protein was also added better texture. The steak had a slight tough bite to it and some fat was attached to a few pieces, overall it was big but I had better tasting Mexican burritos before. Especially birria ones. The ambiance was the highlight and service. The food was above average and although it wasn't the best tasting Mexican food I ever had, the burrito was pretty dang big. It filled me up at least and the two salsas provided added that punch of flavor the burrito needed to put it above average. I liked the value you get with it. Other items were a little bit higher than I would like so I didn't want to order it such as the fajitas and the shrimp or seafood proteins to add on.

    Chicken Enchiladas
    Mary ..

    We just got here about 11:15pm tonight. We are not from the area but we yelped what's open. So glad we stopped in! We were greeted right away upon walking in. We got seated right away. The waitress/ server was super nice. The food choice was delicious. Very delicious enchiladas. Their salsa is spicy. The restaurant is clean and cute, they're setting up Christmas decorations. I recommend this spot to everyone!

    Kathryn A.

    Great breakfast burritos!! Called in an order and was greeted with friendly service. Ordered breakfast burritos - both chicken, no beans & added potatoes. Picked it up and the burritos are huge! The salsa that comes with it is really good too. The chicken was good but I think it would've been better with carne so will try that next time I stop by.

    Gordita
    Delilah G.

    El Pato is across the way from our family chiropractor... We stopped for a bite after our adjustment on an empty stomach mind you... So when I say that I ordered chilaquiles (not pictured), I devoured my plate because I felt that they were the best plate of chilaquiles i have everrrr had Pictured, is a gordita plate de asada with tortillas a mano. El Pato is the real deal. If you get the chance to stop by, you will not regret it

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    Great service, great food. Plenty of seating although we did come off hours. Exactly what I had in mind for a yummy meal.

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    Burrito lacked taste.. too bland and dry meat... Maybe food was sitting to long in the heat and as result dry meat... And too expensive....

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    Nice cozy place with good food and nice micheladas!! Most items on the menu are great like the caldos and pambazos!!

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    The service was great and very attentive. The ambiance felt like being at grandmas house. The food is amazing and homemade and fresh.

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    The best and most authentic Mexican cuisine in town. Super fresh ingredients, excellent flavor profiles and great service.

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    California Pasta. Add shrimp or chicken.
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    Locally owned & operated
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    I'm not really sure how I've lived in the area for the last five years, and today was the day I…read morefirst tried Neighbarista. I sure was missing out! This is the perfect little brunch spot. It seemed as though there were about 10-12 tables inside, and all the employees work with one another to wait on the tables. We showed up around 10:45am on a Saturday morning, and to our surprise there was no wait. We were sat immediately and ordered a cappuccino and Arnold Palmer to drink. Then, I ordered the Salmon Benny with home potatoes, while my partner ordered the Churro waffle combo. It did take about half an hour to get our food, but it was well worth how fresh everything tasted. My salmon benny came on an everything bagel with cream cheese, and the salmon was served cold (in a delicious/ good way, not like it was frozen. I just wanted to make a note of this because usually when eating a salmon benedict the salmon gets warm from the temperature of the english muffin and egg). Then, the home potatoes had onions, and bell peppers and I kept commenting on how fresh the bell peppers tasted. My partner had the churro waffle with eggs, sausage and bacon. They really nailed the churro flavor of the waffle. Both our plates were completely devoured with no leftovers to take home. For our two drinks, two entrees (and the added combo to the churro waffle) it ended up being $53, which we found to be extremely reasonable for the quality, portion size, and service provided. The only thing I would mention was the parking lot gets a little crowded. They share a parking lot with the other stores in the plaza, and there were several spots open only because there were a lot of bigger cars who were over the line. No fault to the restaurant itself, just something to be aware of.

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    The Old Town Junction

    The Old Town Junction

    4.4
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    Some places don't just serve dinner, they create evenings you remember…read more The Old Town Junction has that kind of atmosphere. Warm, inviting, and effortlessly charming. From the moment we sat down, the staff was attentive without hovering, quick to accommodate, and genuinely welcoming. The food is top notch, beautifully prepared and absolutely worth treating yourself. If you've got a little extra to spend on a date or a good friend, this is the place to do it. A special thank you to Danielle, our waitress, who was kind, courteous, and never rushed us. She even allowed us to linger a bit after hours to enjoy our final lemon drop, making the night feel unhurried and personal. Great food, great service, and an experience worth repeating. Highly recommend. El Yepista - Gabriel

    Lovely spot for drinks and dinner in Santa Clarita…read more I was in the area running errands and decided to grab dinner nearby on a Thusday evening around 6:30 pm. I found this place on Yelp and dropped by for dinner. My party of 2 was seated immediately. Personally I thought the menus were hard to read. The gray lines in the background were quite dark and clashed with the actual menu items. My suggestion to the restaurant would be to reprint the menus with lighter background. They have an extensive cocktail menu with a lot of gin-based drinks. They also have good selection of wine and NA drinks as well, including some mocktails. I got the I'm Driving mocktail ($13), which I really liked. It had good passion fruit flavor without being too sour. Felt like a really nice tropical juice. My friend really liked his drink Bramblin' Man ($17), which had strong notes of bourbon and blackberry. I wasn't super hungry, but the braised short rib looked amazing so I got that for $43. It was very tender, but I personally found it bland especially on the inside. I asked for additional sauce so I could drench each bite in the sauce. My favorite part of the plate was surprisingly the potato croquette, which was perfectly crispy and well flavored. My friend got the chicken club ($23), which he enjoyed. I stole a bunch of his seasoned fries since they were so good. I would've loved to get dessert but was too stuffed. Next time!

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    Newhall Refinery

    Newhall Refinery

    4.3
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    Made a reservation for 4 because it was a special night as not only was it a double date, it was a…read moredouble date meant to ask my childhood friend to be my matron of honor. Which she said yes by the way It was casual but still a great atmosphere, drinks are great! My matron of honor and I had the raspberry mojitos while my fiancé and her husband didn't drink because well, they aren't much drinkers and they were driving, haha! I had the chicken, my fiancé had the apple pork or something? I can't remember the exact names because the night went in a blur. We were there for over two hours. Then my matron of honor had the fish and chips and her husband the burger with fries. They loved their food too. Everything was delicious and our server was very sweet and attentive. Will be back again!

    We recently had a death in our family which led us to look for a restaurant away from the city. In…read moredoing some research we came to find that Newhall had a few new restaurants, based on the reviews and the pictures we traveled there to the Newhall Refinery. The street front seating and building architecture is very appealing and welcoming. As you enter the main doors, you are greeting by friendly staff. We were offered any open seating, we decided to take a table against the back wall that was adjacent to the entry. The decor inside is very rustic with a touch of micro brewery, the ceiling has many tap handles that adorn the ceiling. The menu and food, we were initially drawn into the Refinery since they seem to be the only spot that offered Brunch and Mimosas in the downtown street. Key point of clarification, the Mimosas are simi bottomless (you have 90 min) to pour down, some of us really like Mimosas, plus the price was just slightly higher that we typically expect at 27, per person. Were they good, yes, so we decided to go with one Mimosa and an Old Fashion drink, it was very well done, Buffalo Trace Bourbon. We ordered from the Brunch menu, the Steak and Eggs, cooked to your liking, they did a great job on both, the one item that we were less impressed with were the overcooked Oreda looking potatoes that accompanied the meals. We also ordered the Cacio e Pepe Beni, Prosciutto, perfect poached eggs and all of the other fixings, it was great testing and the presentation was amazing. As far as my overall rating I could not give it a 5 star due to what other customers have shared in their reviews, the wait staff is not timely, almost forced friendly and possibly just lacking some restaurant experience, they did not come around or notice things like empty water glasses and a few other things, could have been understaffed possibly on this day. Overall I would still recommend the Refinery due to the location, atmosphere, drinks and main dish prep. Thank you for providing a break from reality during a very trying time in our family.

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    Main seating area
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    Fried Chicken Sando and Craft Burger
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    4.8
    (353 reviews)
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    Now that I have visited The Loaf on a few occasions, it's time to write a much-deserved stellar…read morereview. This Japanese-inspired bakery offers SCV visitors some incredible, one-of-a-kind beverages, breads and pastries that are out of this world! Simple concept: deliver quality, homemade offerings that are fresh, free of additives and preservatives and are downright delicious. On the most recent visit, my girlfriend and I enjoyed some speciality matcha iced beverages, including the Iced Lavender Latte and an Iced Peanut Butter Latte. The premium matcha powder with your choice of milk, blended with a wonderfully cloud-like cream that will make your tastebuds dance with delight. In addition to these beverages, we couldn't resist a couple of the homemade bakery items, the French Toast and Matcha Croissant. Both were fluffy, delicious and absolutely perfect for sharing. The staff at this small, boutique shop in a retail-heavy area of downtown Newhall are super friendly, efficient, and experts at drink and food preparation. The prices are more than fair given the premium product quality. Prepare to wait in line that is typically stretched outside the small space, but trust me, it's worth it. Rotational and Seasonal Drink and Bakery Items will convince you to visit The Loaf regularly. A few bar seats available and plenty of free parking in an adjacent garage. I love this place so much, I wish I could keep it a secret.

    I am in love with this Japanese Bakery! After spending almost a month in Japan, I've been trying to…read morefind a honest-to-goodness authentic Japanese Bakery with real ingredients and taste from Japan, and not some over-sugared Americanized version. The Loaf is it. Just have one bite of that salted butter roll, and if you're like me, you be transported back to those wonderful underground train station cafes dotting Tokyo and across Japan. I just love how the taste melts in your mouth, and yet stays light and fluffy. The Matcha Mochi An-pan pastry with its matcha flavored bun filled with red bean and mochi is another classic flavor combination. Warm, moist, and so delicious. There are so many flavors that The Loaf is worth the multiple visits!

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    Cute interior
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    Eat Real Cafe

    Eat Real Cafe

    4.2
    (247 reviews)
    0.3 mi
    $$

    Eat Real is a really nice place for brunch, lunch, and everything in between…read more They have lots of breakfast options, salads, sandwiches. I also appreciated their smoothie and juice options and unique coffee and matcha drinks. The food is organic and there are so many healthy options. It was a 30 minute wait to be seated but the food and ambience made it all worth it. In the meantime, you can walk around the town and check out the other shops. Inside the staff are very nice and the decor is very warm and welcoming. This is a great place for a catch up with friends, dinner with family, or a nice treat for yourself!

    This was my first time here to Eat Real Cafe and I was not disappointed. The food was very good and…read morethe boho vibe inside was very pleasant and relaxing. I ordered the Loaded Chicken Quesadilla to try something light. I had to get it unloaded due to diet restrictions and the server / host who took my order was very understanding. She assured me they would take my allergies and health considerations into full account. Even went back to the kitchen right then and there to remind the cook. The Quesadilla was very delicious. They loaded it up with lots of chicken and jack cheese blend. Even though I couldn't partake in all the fixings, it really held its own. This would make a good shareable appetizer for 4 people or a satisfying light meal for 1. Everything tasted very fresh. They chipotle mayo is made in house, as well as the guacamole. I was impressed with the extend of the menu for being a "Cafe". I will come back to try some more yummy dishes.

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    The vibe inside
    The vibe inside
    Breakfast - Cheesy eggs with sausage
    Breakfast - Cheesy eggs with sausage
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