First off, we found out about this restaurant through social media. We knew eventually we'd want to try it. Luckily, we were by the mall and made the VERY short 10-ish minute drive. Worth it! Walked into a very quiet, but colorful restaurant with only one other patron inside. The employees were so nice. We were told to pick anywhere, we were brought menus and instantly asked if we'd like anything to drink or if we wanted to look at the menu first... We asked for suggestions and the waitress offered the types of drinks they have. She brought us chips and salsa. The chips were homemade with a perfect crunch. The salsa was fresh, chunky and not spicy. The pepino cone limo aqua Fresca was the best aqua Fresca I've EVER had. Not too sweet at all and was SO REFRESHING. We also ordered an horchata and I was told that was just as good. The food... Where to start. We ordered an empanada and some quedabirria tacos. The empanada was HUGE, deliciously filling with fresh ingredients. It had great flavor. The quesabirria tacos were probably the best we've had. You order the amount you want. They are 5.99 each and oh so delicious. The meat tasted SO FRESH and flavorful. The creamy jalapeño salsa had a NICE kick to it. All meals come with radish and pickled onions as garnish, but eating them with the meal made it even more refreshing and delicious. They need more than one location, but until then we will be back! (Luckily, I heard they do catering.) read more

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Ordered a carne asada burrito with no rice. Carne asada overall had pretty good flavor and texture to it. Smaller pieces, but very few were chewy so it was cut well. Avocado and sour cream made for a creamy balance to the carne asada and beans. Size wise was solid and for the price of $17 not bad at all. Overall I'd definitely come back 7.6/10 read more

Frida's Taqueria Ajua - Carne Asada Burrito Súper - Mexican Near Me - Modesto, California

Cool ambiance and good service. Ordered a couple of wet burritos to go; chicken and chile verde. Wife liked her burrito but felt that chicken was a little dry. My burrito was pretty good so we will need to come back to dine in and try some other items. Overall 4 stars. read more

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Frida Kahlo inspired taqueria next to the laundromat at Rumble and Prescott. There's a dozen wood tables and chairs about the place seating 50 people in any configuration you'd like. Most people eat here but you can also order to go at the counter. We were greeted immediately on a Saturday evening and able to place our order to go quickly. Although the enchiladas are highly rated, we chose to try the Chile rellenos and Empanada. We noticed while waiting for our food that that have homemade flan....I went ahead and ordered it because I can't pass up a homemade flan. Here's what we thought of the food. Chile Relleno - 7 Lacked crispness for the most part and wasn't a memorable Chile, cheese or sauce flavor Empanada - 10 This was a unique and delicious version of an empanada. It is so good that we will now go out of our way to come and order this. Wow...crispy and soft and moist and...just amazing. Order ahead or dine in, this is a nice spot for good Mexican food! read more

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Food was excellent! We had the flauta and quesabirra tacos. The only reason this gets a 4 star review is because I enjoy an ice cold Pacifico with my Mexican food and presently they don't have a license to sell it yet. read more

Such a cute place, with the very best Quesabirria Tacos and Mulitas, owner and chefs. Wanted to try their food before an upcoming catering order, and they did not disappoint. So much flavor and freshness to their food, I had to restrain myself from eating it all. Delicious everything!!! Excited to have them cater my next event read more

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Everything was tasty , got a chicken burrito. Unfortunately there were 2 or 3 pieces of bone...if i was eating fast or not paying attention I would have definitely swallowed them. Restaurants that do large amounts have to take better care in dicing there chicken. read more

We hosted a small family reunion at this place, and the experience was wonderful from start to finish. Nico, our waiter, made us feel so welcome and treated us like family, which meant a lot to us. The food was delicious, the service was fast, and everything came together to make our gathering truly special. read more

This is the first time we ate here, after we found this place in yelp, when we had an appointment near here. I ordered the Al pastor taco. The taco was temperature hot but too oily . It had no taste. Because it was too hot and oily, tortilla broke open. The meat was oily and the meat was tough and burnt and it didn't have that much of a flavor like most restaurant spicy and flavorful. It didn't have pineapple in it. The burrito which my daughter ordered was carne asada.There was not much flavor. read more

Frida's Taqueria Ajua - Carne asada - Mexican Near Me - Modesto, California

My boyfriend and I drove to Modesto for a day outing. We stumbled across Frida's and did not disappointment! The artwork inside is beautiful and the music is not too loud - just perfect. We were seated right away. The server was very attentive throughout our dinner. I ordered an Asada Burrito Super and it's a 10/10. I am a big fan of burritos and can honestly say this is one of my favorites now! I can't wait to come back!! Also, the prices and portions were great! It was not overpriced. It was such a great place for a date. read more

Frida's Taqueria Ajua - asada Burrito Super - Mexican Near Me - Modesto, California

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Highly recommend Frida's to those seeking authentic Mexican cuisine. Everything was a 10/10 for me. From the salsa and chips, to the mulita, nothing was a miss in regards to flavor and presentation. I tried the two aguas frescas: pepino limon and arroz, and both were perfectly made! They were fresh and did not taste artificial. The chavela, is a prepared beer of your choice with salt and lime, and can sometimes be a miss, but not at Frida's! If you enjoy beer, try this one! Food 10/10: Asada Mulita-the asada was savory with minimal fat and juicy. Honestly it did not need anything added, because it was already perfect. The salsas are not super spicy but provide good heat without extreme burn. Asada fries- they use an orange sauce that I loved. Steak fries, refried beans, meat, cheese and toppings all balanced portions. Shrimp Botana- a must try! The sauce on these was tangy and is not spicy but is so good that I was dipping the steak fries in it! The interior is beautifully designed with Frida decor. The art and decor transports you to Mexico with the colors and decorative pieces. The staff are efficient and welcoming. It was a little busy yet the wait was minimal from when we ordered to receiving our food. The restaurant is tucked away in a small shopping strip but there is parking available. read more

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So I was excited 2 try the wet burritos based on reviews. I ordered a chile verde super burrito wet with green sauce. Was pretty expensive. Burrito came out to $16.99 without tax. When I got burrito it looked good but deflated. Like it was not stuffed at all so that was disappointing. If you look through my reviews you will see I'm a burrito connoisseur. Mexican in general. Flavor was good but burrito unfortunately did not have much insides. Sausages were all pretty good. Had some heat to them . I feel that the burrito was a bit overpriced. read more

Frida's Taqueria Ajua - chile verde wet burrito - Mexican Near Me - Modesto, California

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Customer service is on point! Food was piping hot and delicious. The chile Colorado took me back to Mexico. The meat was tender and juicy, the sauce was robust and flavorful, and the beans were to die for! Highly recommend it. The homemade flan is creamy and dense with the perfect balance of caramel and smoke flavor. Delicious! read more

We tried the place for a early dinner. The waitress seemed unorganized and had to be asked for things a few times. The chicken enchiladas sauce we were not a fan of. The rice was good and so was the chips and salsa. The beans were cooked good but lacked flavor. read more

Absolutely the best homemade Mexican food I've ever had. My family lived in the Bay Area all our lives, recently moved to Modesto. We've tried many different Mexican restaurants in the last two years after moving here. We've gone to Hughson, Waterford, Oakdale and Modesto, however, Frida's is the best. The staff is friendly and courteous, checking in with us without having to get their attention. Thank you! Large portions, always taking home the rest. A good selection on the menu makes it easier to decide what to have, also they offer all our favorites. On our first visit I had the chili relleno dinner plate, ( the absolute best I've ever had), my husband had the enchilada plate (2 chicken and 2 chili verde) you can choose the meat. Today we went again, this time I had the chili verde super burrito (omg excellent ) my husband had the chicken taco's, again took 1/2 home for later. The chips are house made as well as the salsa, the salsa is perfect and delicious. We met the owner Angel and told him about trying other places and letting him know we thought his is the best. He sent us home with a bag of chips and salsa, then he sent a flan home with us to enjoy...... That's hospitality to the MAX! Totally a nice jester on his part. We appreciate everything. See you soon.Thank you Angel read more

This restaurant deserves a lot more love! The menu isn't too large, but they have perfected the things that are on the menu. The quesabirria had so much meat and cheese. The pickled onions added that acidity that was needed to balance the meat. The burrito mojado was one of the best that I've ever tried. It was huge! The rice was perfect, the beans were good, and the pastor was so flavorful. I enjoyed the red sauce more than the green one because it is spicier. The restaurant itself has a lot of tables and nice paintings all around. The owner greeted us at the end and he was so nice and attentive. read more

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food is always delicious. had enchiladas last visit and they were fire. beans, however, lacked in salt but rice made up for it. i get a large glass coke and it's the kiss to the meal. also, their flan is pretty thick & yummy. read more

Frida's Taqueria Ajua - enchiladas plate - Mexican Near Me - Modesto, California

The food is so good. Staff is attentive to customers. Good restaurant to eat with family.

Great service, and just a cool little spot kind of tucked away. And of course good food as well.

We mainly came for the quesabirria, and weren't disappointed. It really hit the spot. The salsa, pickled onions and consome all just came together beautifully, and the salsa had some heat. We also tried the asada fries. They were decent, but I'd definitely just stick to the quesabirria next time. The fries weren't really crispy, there wasn't much meat, and they had refried beans. Refried beans + fries is just a very dry bite. They use shredded cheese, which isn't a bad thing, but it doesn't help with the dryness. If you swapped out the refried beans for whole beans, and (just my taste) used nacho cheese instead of "real" cheese and added the salsa that comes with the quesabirria it would be much better. Oh, and the complimentary chips and salsa were great! Everyone working here is very friendly and welcoming, the decor is inviting and great music! read more

Frida's Taqueria Ajua - Quesabirria - Mexican Near Me - Modesto, California

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Saw this place had great reviews and are known for their quesabirria so I ordered it. It had great flavor and was filled with a decent amount of meat. They also give you free chips and salsa which is great! If you like spicy, they will give you a spicier chili oil which has a decent kick. I enjoyed the food. The worker was knowledgeable, friendly and food was made quickly. read more

Frida's Taqueria Ajua - Quesabirria - Mexican Near Me - Modesto, California

I had a very disappointing experience with the customer service here. I placed a DoorDash order and added a polite note reminding them about a buy-one-get-one drink promotion they have run in the past. The only reason I mentioned it is because on previous orders when the promotion appeared on the receipt, the free drink was not included. Shortly after ordering, an employee called me to explain that a $10 reward promotion had been applied instead of the BOGO drink. I told him that was completely fine and that the note was only there because of past experiences where the promotion wasn't honored. Instead of simply clarifying the situation, the employee became loud and rude on the phone. The conversation felt unnecessarily hostile, and he ultimately canceled my order. It's unfortunate because the food here is actually very good, but customer service matters. Based on this experience, I won't be returning and would recommend others choose a place that treats customers with more respect. read more

Came in because I wanted a breakfast burrito. Will come back because it happened to be the best breakfast burrito of my life. Ambiance is lovely, the customer service is amazing, and the food is just spectacular. Honestly can't wait to try the rest of the menu. In a city full of Mexican food this one truly stands out. read more

As a first-generation Mexican who grew up eating authentic Mexican food my whole life, I can honestly say this is hands down some of the best I've ever had. I ordered the chilaquiles divorciados, quesa birria, and a café de olla -- every bite was delicious and tasted homemade. Not only was the food incredible, but the service was outstanding from start to finish. I drove two hours just to try this restaurant, and it was absolutely worth it. Highly recommend if you're looking for authentic, delicious Mexican food! read more

Frida's Taqueria Ajua - Cafe - Mexican Near Me - Modesto, California

2nd Review. I came back to this restaurant with my family. I ordered the same thing again, quesabirria tacos, hoping that they were just as delicious as they were the first time I tried them. THEY WERE AMAZING! 5 stars for taste, serviced and consistency. This time around we had a slice of their chocoflan for dessert...Delicious! read more

Frida's Taqueria Ajua - Chocoflan dessert - Mexican Near Me - Modesto, California

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Excellent & fresh food and a fun ambiance. We will be going back for their next event!

Second visit here and each time I've enjoyed my meal. Recommend checking this place out. Good food, drinks and all around good ambiance. Service has been quick and friendly from my experience. read more

The food was really good, I absolutely enjoyed it, the service was good too. I will definitely come back when I am in town again. read more

Frida's Taqueria Ajua - chile relleno - Mexican Near Me - Modesto, California

I was passing through Modesto and stopped by for a bite at Frida's. This was my first time here. I ordered queso birria tacos, a regular beef taco, horchata, and flan. The birria portioning was perfect, great balance of cheese & meat. The consome was to die for. Perfect in every way possible. Flavorful, heat, and warmth. The beef taco was juicy and incredibly flavorful! You can tell the proteins they are using are high quality. The horchata was not overly sweet which i really appreciated. The flan was decadent and creamy! Inside was incredibly clean and nicely decorated with the Frida theme! Staff was kind and service was very pleasant! Overall def recommend and hope to be back soon! read more

Everything was amazing. NICK SO welcoming. Food was amazing. I can't even describe it, and Nick is the best server in the world and the flan is the best flan I've ever had in my entire life because I don't even like flan.!! we will definitely be back with everybody read more

This was the cutest restaurant ever. I walked in and was greeted with the most beautiful smile I was in awe of their customer service. The Frida murals were so beautiful. I ordered the birria tacos with rice and beans and was not disappointed at all. The vibe was amazing, the food was incredible and I loved every aspect of dinning here. If you want solid Mexican food come here and enjoy yourself. I will come back again. read more

I came in hungover and not feeling good at all. Right away they brought me some birria caldo and chips etc and they told me that will help along with a michelada. I feel sooooo much better. Great friendly service. And super cute with the Frida paintings read more

Frida's Taqueria Ajua - Mexican Near Me - Modesto, California

Delicious food, great service and lovely atmosphere. Salsa served was also tasty. Only downside that's not really their fault is parking can be hard to find at times. read more

Frida's Taqueria Ajua - The quesabirra tacos. - Mexican Near Me - Modesto, California

Frida's Restaurant is a vibrant, family-run gem full of culture and warm hospitality. The wet burrito was hands-down the best I've ever had--packed with flavor, curated with love and generous in size. The presentation and flavor were everything. The owner gave us a slice of flan, and though I'm usually not a fan, it was the most delicate and delicious I've tasted and I will buy some on our next trip to Modesto. We were checked on several times by wait staff and our chips and salsa were filled. An amazing dining experience at this taqueria ! read more

Frida's Taqueria Ajua - Wet Burrito - Mexican Near Me - Modesto, California

Layout is nice. I like the high top tables. Service was good. Quesa Birria tacos are a must try. Delicious and full of flavor. Definitely will be stopping by here whenever I'm in the area and have a craving for Mexican food. read more

Great customer service! Amazing food. Tastes like a good home cooked meal from my Mexican mom. Very authentic. We got sopes quesabirria, enchilada plate, flan and sopes all very delicious!! read more

This place is truly a gem! It's family-owned, and you can feel the care and pride they put into everything from the moment you walk in. The food is incredibly fresh, authentic, and full of flavor. Every dish we tried was delicious, but the Frida taco was hands down the best damn taco I've ever had! Highly recommend!! The atmosphere is warm and welcoming, and the service was just as amazing. Our waiter was attentive, friendly, and made the whole experience even better. Angel, the owner, goes above and beyond to make sure guests feel taken care of. You can tell he genuinely cares about the people who come in. And do not leave without trying the flan, t's absolutely amazing and the perfect way to end the meal. If you're looking for great Mexican food, a great atmosphere, and top-tier service, this is the spot. We'll definitely be coming back!! read more

Food is excellent so flavorful and fresh And good amount of food! Service is wonderful make you feel at home! Place is mega clean the ambiance is pleasant! Recommend this place 1000 times! Thank you Fridas Taqueria for your good hospitality! read more

The food here is always perfect! The service is always friendly! The ambiance is always welcoming! I always talk about Fridas and as a So Cal resident the Mexican food here is absolutely flavorful and delicious! Between the Birria tacos or the burrito bowl, you can't go wrong either way! Nick is always treating me with refills on my chips and drinks and handles the front counter all at the same time flawlessly. Thank you for always being consistent with your food and menu! read more

We were looking at the last minute for a restaurant close to MJC's west campus...and, what a great choice! It's as authentic as you can get, clean, and the service was so hospitable. The prices are reasonable, chips and salsa homemade, and dishes that are delectable! I'm tired of all the chain Mexican taquerias and restaurants. Can't wait to go back! read more