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WOW FACTOR? Yes, very good and friendly service. HAVE AGAIN: The Super Carnitas Tostada was huge and very good. NOT HAVE AGAIN: The Super quesadilla with chicken was huge, lots of chicken, too much cheese and too little flavor. Needed a mild salsa read more

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My new, favorite establishment for carnitas in the Woodland area. It is delicious and much more affordable than Maria's Cantina. The carnitas were flavorful and consisted of the crispy parts, the tender parts, and the fatty parts....just how I enjoy my carnitas. My only complaint is that there is not a phone number to order in advance. read more

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June N.

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Amazing Carnitas! Volume and price was amazing... this is a destination location for us. Service was quick and friendly as well. So satisfied. read more

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This place was referred and it did not disappoint! The carnitas were juicy but not overly where you only taste the grease. You have to create a taco wiv all the fixings here to get the full experience. Well done Chika's! read more

El Texano Carnitas - El Texano macho - Mexican Near Me - Woodland, California

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In only one visit, I'm sold! Woodland has over 25 licensed Mexican restaurants and just as many Mexican street vendors but these people decided to open another Mexican restaurant. Unlike the "cold" customer service from the prior business, El Texano Carnitas welcomes everyone with a genuinely warm welcome. Right after I placed my order, chips and salsa were placed on my table. Just a few minutes later my Sampler arrived. Giant mound of food including, a super thick quesadilla, carnitas (your choice of meat) on top of chips with beans cheese and sour cream. This was 100% delicious! While food flavors are so subjective, the customer service makes their food taste that much better. I will be back. read more

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Clarissa R.

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Stopped by after seeing a friend talk about this location. We came in closer to closing but were taken care of. They give chips, salsa and a cup of beans while the food cooks. Our food came out hot and delicious! Very clean restaurant. The gentleman there definitely made our first time there a great one. Will definitely be back in the future. read more

El Texano Carnitas - Carnitas plate to go - Mexican Near Me - Woodland, California

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Suzanne K.

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Everything...from the people that work here, to the food and portions..THE ABSOLUTE BEST! I accidentally ordered on Doordash, a different Carnitas place and noticed the difference RIGHT AWAY. This place doesn't do Doordash, first of all. Second, that other burrito was not anywhere near the quality and deliciousness that El Texano is becoming very well known for! The carnitas super burrito is humongous and is full of carnitas meat, not full of fillers like lettuce and rice. Rice is there, but the carnitas is the main focus and the burrito is full of it. Hard not to try to eat the whole thing in 1 sitting, but even harder to stop halfway through. So glad El Texano is here. I will never waste my $$ elsewhere, ever again. read more

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Susana Q.

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Delicious carnitas, rice, beans, menudo and birria. The plates are all well served. If you like white menudo without hominy, this is the place. read more

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Mark Q.

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Stopped by here after an Opera House play and really, really liked it. My Macho Grande, a pound of carnitas with tortillas, guacamole, peppers, rice, and beans was not only terrific, but contained enough for 2 more meals. My wife loved her carnitas burrito and will get two more meals, as well. Our friend also enjoyed her 3 fish taco meal and left with at least another meal. Service was great. They aim to please and they certainly did. Wish new lived closer, but we'll return when attending TWOH. read more

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Cory E.

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Salsa was spicy Guacamole was great Nice atmosphere Food was big portions and very tasty read more

El Texano Carnitas - Birria - Mexican Near Me - Woodland, California

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Dianna S.

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We just had take out from here but it was EXCELLENT!! Fresh soft corn tortillas. House fried chips not from a bag. Delicious fresh tomato based salsa. And the CARNITAS! Just the way I like them! (Not limp and fatty.) They remind of the kind the old Jodie's had. Very very good. Next time I want to eat in. read more

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Joseph P.

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Very good food. Large portion. Pleasant people. Home atmosphere. Recommend this place if you like Mexican food.

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Delicious food, good customer service. Portions are big. We tasted the carnitas taco, arroz con pollo and birria bowl. All were very good. read more

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Peggy G.

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Another 5-star! Perfect carnitas with a generous lime wedge. Delicious rice and beans just like mi abuelas y tias. Sweet lovely staff. I'm allergic to onions so they brought me 1/4 avocado to enjoy with my meal. So much leftovers to enjoy with eggs in the morning. Thanks to all the Yelpers who left reviews ahead of me. 100% agree. read more

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Tara P.

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Got the Carnitas plate Half pound of Carnitas; rice, beans, salad, big dollop of fresh guacamole, 6 warm corn tortillas for $14.99 Very generous portions Carnitas was not grizzly or fatty, really tasty Definitely a good choice read more

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Tricia K.

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1 year ago

In town for work and we came here for lunch. I had the super nachos with carnitas and my friend has the quesadilla with carnitas. Food was delicious. Staff was very friendly and helpful. Big portions. Will come back next time I'm in Woodland. read more

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Jonathan M.

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Menudo was literally all bones. $18.50 for bones and ligaments.The beans had a very sour taste. First and last time going there

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Lisa R.

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8 months ago

I tried the carnita torta and requested no spicy sauce so they put it on the side in a container. It was on fresh sourdough bread and different than other places i've tried definitely elevated and delicious. The meat was cooked perfectly and seasoned well. Will definitely be back. read more

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Scott F.

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2 months ago

We had a great experience here. I had the Torta Ahogada, which was the one of the best sandwiches I've ever eaten anywhere, full stop. My wife had the tacos (one pastor and one carne asada) and enjoyed both. The service was friendly and efficient. Yolo County has lots of good options for Mexican food, and this is one of the best we've tried. read more

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Dale D.

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Again, a stellar meal! Everything is fresh and made on site. Service outstanding and nice atmosphere! read more

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Carolina C.

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Food was really good, portions were so big! Great please to grab lunch, it gets really busy around noon so keep it in mind since seating is limited. The place is really clean and staff make you feel welcome. read more

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Brandy V.

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Absolutely excelente !! Great Sevice. Super clean, open cook station. Will be going back and bringing family next time we are going through. read more

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Kenny P.

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Bachelor paradise! Here's the deal _ your wife's going out of town, go here for dinner _ no, don't share a meal! The food is amazing!!! You'll have plenty to take home. Put her on a plane, pretend you'll miss her _ quick kiss. Run home, eat more _ just because! You'll have enough for 2-3 days! read more

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D L.

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Excellent service, greeted by friendly owners. Everything is clean and the food is delicious with ample portions. Excellent locally owned restaurant! read more

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Grace S.

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Wow! From top to bottom, this place is a gem. My husband, brother-in-law and I thoroughly enjoyed the food. Everything from the house made chips and salsa to the beans and rice was excellent. The carnitas were EXCELLENT! They truly were the best carnitas I've tasted since eating my own family's. The ower was so gracious and kept asking us if everything was good. He even gave us a sample of the birria, which was also excellent. The price of the meal was very economical with the size of the plates exceeding our expectations. Nice music playing in the background and pretty decor. I wish we lived closer so we could eat here regularly! read more

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Had tacos, the meat mixture was good but the tortillas were very greasy. The grease pour out and I had to pay $15.99!

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Jennifer M.

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We had dinner here...the owner stayed late for us to eat and the food was delicious. We will definitely be back. Our party of 6 had 5 different things from the menu and they were all excellent. read more

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Naytron M.

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Delicious food. You know it's good when the beans are done right. Ordered 2lbs of carnitas. Came with rice and beans. Everyone was happy. Good stuff. Friendly staff. Would order again. read more

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Jack C.

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Excellent cantastic and definitely recommend. Plus the people were friendly and happy.

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Nicole J.

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New place in town. Decided to try it out with my husband. We got the macho grande (special of the house) and it was indeed enough for two! Very delicious. I love carnitas and this is a great example of it! Once we sat down we got delicious chips and salsa and beans. Didn't even finish by the time the entree came out! read more

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Steve H.

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I love this place. The tacos taste great and are big. Food quality is definitely a step above for most Mexican food in town. We got a shrimp cocktail on our last visit and it was also great with very generous portions and lots of avocado. This place is hard to beat! read more

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Buzz D.

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Loved their ceviche, avocado n fresh tomato. Robz tostado was tasty too. Service was all smiles. NA sangria soda was unique. Three other young fams were happy delights read more

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Lisa R.

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My husband and I came in for lunch and had the Birria tacos and Macho Sope. Very good, lots of flavor! The restaurant is small but nice atmosphere and nice and clean. The staff were very friendly. Great little place. I recommend! Looking forward to coming back and trying something different next time. read more

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William G.

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Been twice now and both time have been excellent. Tacos/pastor on my first visit and the Diablo Torta today. DJ out front was bumping music and the ladies inside are always friendly! read more

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Angie S.

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cómo si anduviera en Guadalajara Jalisco, Muy rica la torta ahogada muy amables las personas igual ! read more

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Michael F.

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Holy moly, this place is delicious. A half pound of carnitas? Yes, please! Ingredients were fresh, service was friendly. Wish nothing but success for this place. read more

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Clean space, friendly service, and fresh food. The carnitas was delightful. Glad I stopped by this lunch spot.

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800 Main St
Woodland, CA 95695
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Stephanie C.

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We stopped by El Texano carnitas today after driving past it, and we're so glad we did! We've tried most of the carnitas spots in town, and this place definitely stands out. The carnitas were crispy, flavorful, and absolutely delicious -- easily some of the best we've had. The restaurant was super clean (which is rare for carnitas spots) and didn't have that weird smell you sometimes get at other places. The service was friendly and welcoming, and they even gave us chips, salsa, and tortillas with our order! The portions were very generous and filling, so you really get your money's worth. We'll definitely be back. Highly recommend if you're craving good carnitas without the grease and funk. read more

Marilyn P.

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We recently had dinner at this restaurant and we were immediately impressed with the level of customer service. We were immediately greeted and welcomed when we walked through the door. The food was delicious and full of flavor. The portions were huge which left plenty to take home and enjoy the next day! The salsa and guacamole were extremely fresh, which paired perfectly with the homemade chips. It is clearly apparent that the owner takes pride in providing the best quality ingredients in the food served at this establishment; no shortcuts taken in the cooking process. We enjoyed everything and will definitely come back. read more

Jeff H.

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Amazing! We were in town for work from Michigan and stopped in based on reviews. it was the best meal we have had in a long time. so tasty, reminds me of a burrito place in Mountain View we hold as the best in the world! You will be glad you stopped in if you do! read more

Jennifer G.

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The gentleman that assisted me was very friendly and the restaurant was fairly clean. I ordered a pound of carnitas for a small gathering of friends. The carnitas were not what we expected, they had no salt, no flavor at all and they seemed very dry. read more

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8 months ago

this place was amazing the staff were amazing the food was high quality and it was fast me and my friend went there after school and it was my first time eating there and all I have to say is that it was well worth it read more

El Texano Carnitas - mexican - Updated September 2026

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