I went here on a recommendation on Reddit's r/SanPedro page, and I'm glad I went. The kind redditor…read moresuggested the tacos, so I ordered 3 chicken tacos with a side of beans and rice. There were a few things that really stood out and made me very happy that I gave it a try. First, the red sauce in the salsa bar: very legit! Spicy, but very flavorful! I also tried the green chili/tomatillo sauce, which was also very good and good counter point to the unctuous marinated chicken. And they don't go cheap on the meat. Secondly, the corn tortillas were made in house and were hefty! Very tasty and held together where other tacos need two of the thin store-bought variety to have a hope to stand together. Very good. If I had the tiniest critique, I would say to add a tiny bit more salt to them, but I have a theory why they may go scant on it, and I respect that. Third, the beans and rice: The beans were very simple, but simply good. It takes a lot of guts to make and serve simple pinto beans boiled with salt. I know! What a concept! But simply delicious, and made to complement the rest of the food, and not distract from it. It takes a lot of confidence in my opinion for a restaurant to have such faith in their food to leave some that should be simple, simple. The same was true for the rice: simply well made, not over done with a ton of ingredients. It was well made: the individual grains didn't stick together. And it was unctuous without being overbearing. If I had to guess, I would say that they used broth and chicken fat. Simply good, and a complement to rest of the meal. Now to my theory. It makes sense that the masa would be light on the salt because it is the same masa that they use for pupusas, and the filling for pupusas (I just like that word) is savory and well seasoned. I'll let you now next time I got back and try the PUPUSAS! ;)

Clean place and friendly workers. Handmade tortillas were good. Agua de tamarindo was tangy and…read morefresh. Added some water to it as it was a bit sweet for me. I usually baseline judge a Mexican spot on their salsas and their carne asada. Salsas are not great. I tried all of them and none of them stood out. Their green sauce is over blended and just doesn't taste great. Asada wasn't the best quality and had gristle. Lengua was kind of shredded into pieces and by the end of the taco I didn't really want to keep eating it. Chicken tasted like it was seasoned with a ramen packet or something just odd seasoning.

The food is always good at this restaurant! I usually get the Laura's but I went for breakfast…read moretoday and it was yummy! I got chorizo, eggs, beans and rice with flour tortillas. Soooo good and I had enough for a burrito at home later. The best, carrot, apple juice was tasty and balanced. The cafe de holla was regular coffee and that's disappointing but still 5 stars because the food is just like a home cooked meal !

Disgusting! I ordered a carne asada torta. It was disgusting! I've never had carne asada in a torta…read moreor burrito that was not chopped up and didn't look like it was grilled but more like boiled and fatty, smothered in chunky sour cream and spoiled cheese! When I called to let them know the lady I spoke to was very rude! Would not recommend this place! Disgusting!!!

Good food great margaritas. Always a great vibe this place stays busy and has good service. It's a…read moremust try.

Great authentic Mexican food. Great margaritas and nice servers. I have been going here for…read morealmost twenty years and never disappointed

Great food and service By Oscar. The place was well keeper. A celebrating my daughter's birthday …read more Can't wait to comeback

Oscar is an amazing waiter and the shrimp tacos were delicious !!we celebrated my nieces birthday…read moreand us was the perfect ambiance.

Ordered pa carne asada burrito wet style with both red and green sauce, plus a Jamaica drink…read more The burrito was huge and really satisfying. The carne asada had great flavor, and having both sauces on top made every bite better. The red sauce brought a nice richness and the green sauce added a little tang and freshness that balanced everything out. Definitely messy in the best way. The Jamaica drink was cold and refreshing and paired perfectly with the food. The spot has that classic casual Mexican food feel where you know you're about to get a solid meal. Staff was friendly, service was quick, and everything came out hot and fresh. Definitely a place I'd come back to when I'm craving a good burrito.

If you're looking for authentic, homemade Mexican food, Mr. Valdez Mexican Restaurant is an…read moreabsolute gem. This cozy mom-and-pop spot truly feels like a labor of love, with everything made fresh and full of flavor. The mole is incredible--rich, comforting, and honestly reminds me of the kind my mom used to make. It's one of those dishes that instantly feels nostalgic. And the chile verde? Finger-licking good. Every bite is packed with fresh, vibrant flavor. Beyond the food, what really makes this place special is the people. The owners are some of the sweetest, most genuine folks you'll meet--truly salt-of-the-earth. You can feel the warmth the moment you walk in. This place has quickly become one of our regular spots, and for good reason. If you appreciate real, homemade cooking and kind-hearted service, you'll love it here.

A very quaint and family Mexican food Cafe. Beautifully decorated. The staff were super friendly…read more We sat down and immediately comes chips and salsa. And the menus. Didn't take long to order. The order was as follows. A chicken tornado in a shell. Included chicken, sour cream, onions, cheese, and I believe beans. For a beverage lemon flavored iced tea. Also ordered a side of guacamole. The other was a bean and cheese wet burrito. With a red sauce. Onions, cilantro, and green chili's included. Very large portions here folks. They don't scimp on the chicken either. Excellent and quick service. Too full for dessert. Maybe next time. Highly recommended.

Bland and expensive. I asked for salsa roja and they gave me pico de gallo. Tiny space like the…read moresize of a shoebox.

This was my first time here. When I arrived, I was expecting to dine in, but found out they are…read moretakeout-only. The menu was also difficult to read because many of the prices had faded badly -- they really need to go over the board with a Sharpie so first-time customers can actually see the prices clearly. I ordered the birria plate. The portion of meat was very generous -- probably at least half a pound -- and it came with a few standard tortillas, a small bag of chopped onion, cilantro, plus three lemon wedges. It also included a small side of refried beans with cheese on top, which was unremarkable, and some mushy Mexican rice that could have been much better. The meat itself was definitely the best part of the meal. It also came with a small container of consommé, but it was only lukewarm even though I had driven just 10 minutes away, so the food overall could have been hotter. There was only one hot sauce included, and I didn't care for it at all. I also missed the usual fresh radish slices and the standard red or green salsa options that many birria places provide. The food was packaged nicely, but overall I was expecting better for the price. It came to above $18, which felt overpriced for the quality, especially considering there's no dine-in option. While there was enough meat for two people, I personally would have preferred slightly smaller portions with better overall quality and sides. I've definitely had better birria elsewhere, which is why I'm giving this rating.

I've been a fan of Tacos El Goloso in Torrance for a long time, but the other day it was my first…read morerime check out another Tacos El Goloso location. This one is located in San Pedro on Gaffey St. Walking in, this spot had that old school cantina feel. It had cozy, colorful booths, worn in details and an authentic charm. It just felt like the perfect spot to eat some classic tacos. Simple, no frills and straight up classic. I chose to get my Tacos El Goloso go to favorite the Tacos Dorados de Birria. You can get 3 for $11.99, 4 for $14.99 or 5 for $17.99. These tacos always hit the spot. I love the crispy pan fried taco filled with generous tender beef birria. The dipping consommé is perfect and the side salsa is fire! I am happy to say this San Pedro location is just as good as the Torrance location. Compared to the Torrance spot, this one leans slightly more into that old school feel, but the tacos are just as delicious.

Up front, it's important to know that I'm from Portland, Oregon and finding a decent bowl of menudo…read morethere is like hunting unicorns. I've had some but when in SoCal, I look forward to finding a better bowl. Muy Pronto delivered. A big bowl of steaming broth and so-tender tripe. Interesting that there were only a few garbanzos but in no way did that detract from my enjoyment of this dish. My palate isn't sophisticated enough to enumerate flavor distinctions, only enough to say this was good, and I'll be back.

Owner is airways working, super polite, generous and great memory for customers. I love their…read morelanguage burrito. Full of flavor and made to order. Im so happy to live around the block from a Great hold on the wall Mexican restaurant. I usually order takeout but the booths are cozy n comfy with a great position to people watch street level from the inside.