Had the shrimp and mahi tacos, which were great. The guacamole tasted amazing and so fresh! The…read moreservice and staff were very attentive and restaurant was clean.

My friends and I came here for my sister's bachelorette dinner, as we were staying in Bremerton for…read morethe weekend. I called to make reservations two weeks ahead and was easy to do. Our experience was great! Lupita, our server took care of us and made sure we had a fun dinning time. We had the table side guac to start and it was delicious, after it was done being made, they had a taste a bit of we wanted to adjust any flavor or add more of whatever. I ordered the quesadillas-birria, presentation was beautiful and the portions were huge! It was served on a hot plate so it stayed nice and warm throughout dinner. Other things ordered was the shrimp tacos - shrimp was nice and juicy and cooked good. Ahi ahi tacos - also big in portion. Would come again if visiting on this side. Again, Lupita was amazing! Thank you!

After the long day I had, the last thing I want to do is cook. I stopped by here on my way home and…read moreordered the carne asada fries without the hot cheetos (not a fan of the chips). I saw they had pineapple cucumber Pico de gallo, thought I would try that, as well as the pickled carrots (which is my favorite thing to snack on). There was so much flavor in the meat, it was juicy, and tender. The fries were fresh the guacamole was amazing. I really enjoyed the pico on the dish as well as the pineapple pico on the side. I wish there was more kick to the carrots. But I got Valentino at home, so it helped. I paid $20.xx before tip for the dish. My only thing I wish it had a little more meat (but that's because it was that good to me.) Nothing better than having an amazing meal after a very busy amd long day.

We were here for a late bite on Mother's Day, we just walked in…read more Parking is available in front, and they have outdoor seating and a drive through. The hostess greeted us as we came in the door and waited as we perused the menu posted behind her. We asked a few questions about what was offered and any suggestions she might have. She was friendly, upbeat, informative and appropriately attentive. The restaurant was clean, open and airy. We ordered Enchiladas and large chips with guacamole, beans, and queso. The enchiladas were good, the guacamole was perhaps the best we have ever had and the queso was tasty and rich. What a great finish to our day!

I go here for lunch sometimes and it's always great! I really like the carne Asada fries and the…read moreCali burrito. The lady who runs the drive-through is amazing. I've never been inside but the food tastes great, it really takes me back to A-school in San Diego, ...good times.

I used to come here regularly on Tuesday nights, but after my last visit, I will never return…read more When paying, I asked about a military discount and was told it was too late to apply. Fine, I let it go. I then asked if they could mix beef and pork in two burritos. The manager said yes, but when the bill came out to $34, he claimed it was because of extra meat. Right there at the restaurant I opened my burrito to check, and there was barely any meat at all. It was packed with rice and beans and nothing else. Forget extra meat. There was hardly any meat to begin with. When I showed the manager, he laughed at us and walked away speaking in Spanish. That was the moment I was done. On top of everything, the beef tasted burnt and the pork tasted old. I felt disrespected, overcharged, and completely ripped off. The food quality was poor and the management was worse. Save your money and go somewhere that actually values their customers.

I rarely leave reviews but well, sometimes it's warranted…read more Chose La Esencia because it was close and the limited reviews said good things. Please know I am a fan of Mexican food, one of my favorite cuisines and I'm not critical by nature. 7 pm on a Saturday. Empty restaurant but no pre-judging. They were kind enough to put the Mariners game on. Had 12 or so draft beer offerings but only Pacifico was actually on tap. I like Pacifico. Food took a long time considering I was the only one in the place. I'll be generous and say "not good". Had to ask for chips and salsa. Ate just enough to realize I couldn't eat more. No to-go box. In fairnesss, they were set up for live music to start, but it didn't. Could be a one-off, but I won't be back.

Service was great and decorations and ambiance were good. The food was amazing highly recommend the…read morePapas Doradas if you're a potato fan! The menu they gave us was in Spanish but I don't know if that was just because they thought we would be able to read it, which we were, or if all of the menus are in Spanish. Definitely a great place with great portions and lots of different dishes to choose from if you're looking for some good Mexican food in east brem.

They have an expansive menu of taqueria classics, a couple agua Frescas, and serve yourself salsa…read morebar with pickled veggies. You order at the front and seat yourself down, they bring it to you at your table. It's laid back and works well for families. We got the special: Birrira Ramen. Plus a Swimming burrito and loaded nachos. And 4 drinks. You also get chips with refills. All of the food was good and came quick. Total was $70 for our family of 5. Great spot for a casual family meal in Bremerton!

Food is delicious! I had three tacos on site that disappeared off the plate before I could even…read moreconsider a picture. We got chicken taquitos to go that impressed my picky boyfriend. I love the condiment bar.

Little roadside joint with solid offerings! Definite recommend. We swung in around lunch time…read more Ordered a burrito and a taco salad. Pro Tip: Don't ask about what each burrito has, just save time and tell them what you want in said burrito and they'll decide which one that is. (I learned that by doing it and asked if that was cool--was told it was preferred and easier.)

Great tasting authentic Mexican food at great prices. The hot salsa is a must. Super friendlyread more

Hands down the best Mexican food I've had in Kitsap county. You can dine in or take to go. Service…read morewas friendly and fast.

Didn't like the food and staff hardly came around. Won't go back there. The food tasted burnt.read more

I just want to say that the person working here is very disrespectful, which is why I'm giving one…read morestar, even though the food is good. The girl working at the front never smiles. We came here to eat twice, and both times the experience was almost the same, but the second time it was even more noticeable. When she helped another group, she was smiling and brought them their drinks, but she told us to grab our own drinks. We are not sensitive people, which is why we decided to come back again because everyone can have a bad day. But today we realized that yesterday was not just a bad day for her.

Pretty good Mexican spot here in Bremerton! I have come here twice and I have tried the chicken…read moremole as well as the taco plate with asada, al pastor, and carnitas tacos. Everything I have tried so far here I have enjoyed a lot. The environment could be more cleanly though.

Listen.... I wanted to take a picture of the food in all its glory, but I went to try a bite first,…read moreand I didn't stop until half way through... So, there is a testament to how delicious my food was. I ordered Birria fries with rice and beans, and their avocado salsa. Listen, I could hug these ladies! First of all, this isn't my first time ordering from them, it wont be my last. It has been a hot minute since I have been able to come here (finances), but it is WORTH it every time. The cost of the birria fries was 15.xx amd it was loaded with cheesy goodness, flavor, tender meat, fries packed with that consome flavor, onions, and cilantro. I was served with served with a smile and joy. The establishment is always well taken care of and clean. I cannot say one negative thing about this place. NOT even the the prices.

This place was pretty good. Small amount of seating inside so we ordered to-go. Waited a bit but…read moreshe was by herself so gave some grace. She was very sweet! We ordered carne Asada fries and a regular burrito with steak. The burrito is huge! You can choose from 4 meats. The fries were amazing!! We were given 2 sauces and both were a hit! The night we came she was out of a few things so I'd like to go back. Is it worth the drive?...yes

Authentic and very nice and casual. Service was tiny bit slow but I can assume it's from being…read morebusy. Food was delicious.

Awesome service 5/5!!…read more The restaurant was decorated in cute and fun ways. The food was okay, so that was disappointing. I would still go again for the service and atmosphere!