Grilly's is a great spot for fresh, casual Mexican food in Mill Valley. I loved that everything is made fresh daily - the guacamole, salsas, and horchata all tasted authentic. It's a family-owned business that's been around for over 30 years, and you can tell they care about quality. Great value and friendly service. Highly recommend the chicken burrito, and Estuardo is the best! read more

Add flavor to your food! Pork tacos needed more salsa. Guacamole looked good but had zero flavor and came with a bag of chips that were flavorless and stale. Seems to be popular among the local teens. read more

Grilly's did an incredible job catering for an MC baseball team event after a game. I was super impressed and would recommend them. It was delicious. read more

Not a real Mexican food, not Mexican flavor, very old menu nothing changes I have been in MV since 1990 I think menu still the same since then.... Overall it ok. read more

We stopped for lunch on a record buying junket to Mill Vally Music. The people are very friendly. Nice ambiance. Food was pretty good for an easy taqueria. I had a salad and the dressing was sweet and spicy. Delicious. Husband liked his burrito. And there's easy parking. read more

Thank you Grilly's! For the third year in a row they have supported and gave us a discount to feed the teens during finals study hall at our local library. read more

One of the best for take out Mexican food. Chicken taco salad a favorite. However, have gotten home with the food only to discover the dressing has not been included. Has happened several times. Frustrating! The dressing is what makes the salad! read more

Good Mexican "to go" food. I enjoyed the enchiladas! They had chicken packed with meat; the cheese ones looked excellent. Everyone was pleased with our order. read more

Bland, flavorless food for Marin gringos. Totally unimaginative. No specials ever. No changes to the menu. I've lived here more than 10 years and have been going here regularly because my kids liked it. It was mid years ago. But then they just started going downhill in terms of taste. The decor and location and staff seem fine. But if you like vibrant, authentic Mexican food, this is def. not your place. read more

I love Grilly's! I have gone there every day ever sense I moved and it never gets old! The food there is so good and you can tell it is made with love. I also love going here with my friends, and often see other people doing so. The staff is so nice and always has a smile on their face* Cough cough* KRISTEN! read more

Terrible customer service. They got my take out order wrong and when I called to figure out how to fix it, they put me on hold for over 15 minutes. When I finally got through and asked for the manager, she rudely interrupted me when I tried to express my frustration. She did apologize at first, but then took the time to call me back about 20 minutes later to say I was wrong and that my order was in fact prepared correctly. It was definitely not. No food is worth being treated this way. read more

I had the worst tacos I've ever had here. I ordered the chicken tacos and they were bland. The tortillas were overpowering in flavor, and not a good flavor. They tasted bitter. The chicken was dry and had zero flavor. There were more tomatos than chicken and they had no flavor. I couldn't taste the onions. No smiles on any of the staff. read more

I've been going to Grilly's for 28 years at this point if not longer. So today was a sad day for me when I can't go back there ever again. I don't usually write reviews even when things are bad but I have to say something after my interaction this evening. I've had issues with forgetting things in my burrito over the years not the end of the world, for the most part they make it right when I tell them. Overall I have always loved Grilly's and am saddened by the behavior of their manager tonight. Within the last 6 months I've had a few issues with them closing early. Multiple times planning dinner for my family I have driven up to find it closed before the hours posted. Their posted hours were 9pm, I told him that and he time me I was wrong. Apparently it was changed just not on their door. I showed him on his door and he was dumbfounded. So I had come in around 7:50pm one evening and they said they were closed because they were slow. Not the best business model if you ask me if you actually want people to plan to have dinner at your establishment. So I believe their hours are 8:30pm. Again multiple times they have closed early. Once at 7:40pm and again at 7:30pm. I brought it up with the manager and he said they just could not justify staying open. I don't think this is a good business model but it is what it is. I don't care, I accept whatever they want to do that's their prerogative. I just don't go as often do to the inconsistent hours, I typically call first now. I came tonight at 7:30pm saw the manager they were open and told him I was happy to catch them before they were closed. He told me they never close early. Told me he has cameras. I told him I've been there and it was closed early. Ready to order and move on. He asked me what day he had cameras and I told him I didn't write it down in my calendar but it's been a few times. He straight called me a liar to my face. Said don't lie to me. Told be to be a man and not to lie. Wow... I'm not sure what was going on in his day that he talked to anyone this way but I'll just say no one is going to put up with being called a liar from a manager of a restaurant. This guy was not there when they closed early and I didn't mention it again after the first time. This review is to the owner, just in case you actually want to know how your partner is behaving at your business. You got a guy in the hospitality business that has no business being in the hospitality business anymore. I own a business and I would never call someone a liar even if I thought it. Sad day for me, but I won't be called a liar by a guy who wasn't even there. Treat people like you would want to be treated and for the record I don't have the energy or time to lie about such things. I'm not entitled and I accept their hours or whatever they want to do. But don't call me a liar or anyone else. Especially when you don't know one way or the other. Assumptions make an fool. read more

This place could have some better service considering the price of the food the service could be better improved, the salsa and chips are good but the meat quality for how much it is can be better quality considering Mill Valley has a ton of local ranchers in the area that can really be better. The staff is great, it might be helpful to ask about patrons' food allergies before serving food. Most people that go to this restaurant are tired of the hype and want a no nonesense Mexican restaurant so they can really improve on quality service to start so consumers dont write sad reviews like this on yelp. I hope the next time, it is a different status on the review and the cashier can at least ask how the customer would like their food made or at the very least if they need to know about any allergies. The guys in the back kitchen work hard so that will make their jobs easier. Maybe everyone will be in a better mood if this happens. Happy dining! The two stars are for the flair, the nice decorations and clean bathrooms. Everything else can get better and cleaner esp the trash area. It is a cute hole in the wall restaurant but they need to step up if the combos costs that much. read more

4 years later, I came back today to get nachos. I had a pretty bad experience 4 years ago, and didn't come back but today I thought might as well give them a chance again. I go around 7 and ordered a plate of nachos, no meat vegetarian. It was awful. The cheese wasn't even melted on, my nachos cost $18 dollars. INSANE for a small plate of nachos no meat. They jacked the price up, and it's not even good. The cheese was half melted, and it didn't taste good at all. I will stick with not coming back. Save your money and go to a better place that won't charge you almost $20 for a small plate of nachos that was cold. read more

The 2 different veggie burritos we had were delicious. One had sautéed tofu, rice and cheese the other had veggies, Spanish rice and beans. Will have these again. The veggies were very fresh. read more

For Marin, it's decent Mexican food. If it was in San Francisco with many great Mexican places it would be average at best. The lack of any serve yourself hot sause, was a negative. Outdoor seating is the highlight. read more

I ordered a beef burrito and a pork burrito. They were dry, tasteless and no sauce or cheese. I'll never go there again.

Had the nachos and chicken enchiladas. If you like Mexican loaded nachos, these were just okay. The v enchiladas were delicious read more

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I love grilled !!! My favorite food is the burrito that they have. I love to eat the burritos when I am hungry :))) when I am not hungry I still will eat them ;)). Lol. Ok read more

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It's been many years since I've been to Grilly's. It was much better than I remember it being. I had two (street - don't think they have crispy) tacos: pork and chicken. Both meats were well seasoned. Sometimes when you get a chicken taco at a Mexican place, they use barely seasoned chicken. This was good. Each taco was wrapped in two corn tortillas. This must be the one of the most reasonably priced restaurants in Mill Valley. I can see why they've been around so long. In my quest to be more environmentally conscious, it is good to see that they put out metal flatware and brown napkins made from what appears to be recycled paper. I hope to return soon. read more

They're doing so well w safety, serving the community during a pandemic probably for low wages but the chicken enchiladas are always delicious comfort food. They must brine the chicken as it's moist and falls apart. The beans and rice are yummy and the ice berg salad a perfect complement. Grillys is my neighborhood go-to reliable take-out place! Thank you for being on the front line w crabby Marin customers! . Tip well friends. read more

Grilly's is a supporter of the local Mill Valley community. There is a wall of kid's soccer team sponsorships and a dining room full of colorful communal tables covered in celebratory Mexican oilcloth and a wall covered in kids-level chalkboards. This is a spot to take kids on those nights when making dinner at home seems daunting. Every community needs its alternative-to-cooking spots, and Grilly's fits that mold. It took us a while to find this place once the Mexican food cravings finally set in, because with their name we were picturing a diner, and not Mexican food. My shrimp burrito included very small shrimp (I prefer the big shrimp version) and giant grilled onions. It was a very soupy, fall apart burrito that was bland and ultimately disappointing. There was a lukewarm thumbs-up from my partner in crime for the grilled chicken burrito, so maybe I'll try that next time. The watermelon aqua fresca and horchata were legit, and the best of what we ordered. In all, a locals spot with a-ok Mexican food, geared to hungry families on this side of the bridge. read more

We had the best chicken lime soup here. We came back the next day for more. We also enjoyed beef nachos. read more

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It's just awful. Salty, no spice, not really even Mexican food. Just the ingredients with none of the flavor or zest of real Mexican food. Menu hasn't changed in decades. Unimaginative. And EXPENSIVE! Our town deserves a decent burrito but no one else has stepped up. And why can I go to any taqueria in the poorest section of San Francisco and get fresh FREE tortilla chips and salsa with my meal and I have to pay extra for stale bagged chips at Grilly's. read more

Best tacos of my life. The service was fast and friendly. And the shop was right next to Muir Woods. The perfect stop for an after hike lunch. read more

We love Grilly's! Great food and lovely people! Have been coming for over 20 years and will continue. Great burritos and great salads! Highly recommend read more

Over the past 8 years since I have lived here, I have literally spent THOUSANDS of dollars here (I wouldn't patronize the place, but when you have two young kids, it's pretty much what you do in this town). My kids love the bean rice and cheese burritos, and as comfort food, I don't mind them either. And their chicken lime tortilla soup is very good. For healthier options the shrimp taco salad works. So why the one star? Recent interactions. One day I went in after calling in my order and they gave me my bag of food. I quickly looked in it and it wasn't my order. "Yes it is," insisted either the owner or manager; not sure which this one is but he is the grumpy guy that works there and is very officious. He is ALWAYS short with me, even rude, and god forbid you don't spit out whether you want black beans or pinto beans fast enough for his taste. Anyway...I said, "no, this kiddie burrito says 'steak,'" and, pointing to my child who does NOT like steak, I said "he didn't order that. He ordered beans, rice and cheese." "That is beans rice and cheese," says Grumpy. "So I am supposed to ignore this sticker and assume it is beans rice and cheese," I ask? "And I ordered a small salad and this is a large. And a burrito is missing." After much harrumphing, Grumpy rips the tag off the bag and thrusts another in my face. No apology. The customer was never right in this instance, and I was right. Last night I went in to pick up my regular order and Grumpy says, "$59.65." I said, "Wow that seems expensive. I ordered a shrimp taco salad, a chicken grande burrito, a soup and a kids bean rice and cheese." He answers, "this is what you ordered. Steak burrito, enchilada..." I said, "No, that isn't my order." I repeat my order. He rolls his eyes. Says "29.25," and again the customer isn't right. "We'll tell you when the order is ready." I wait. And wait. I actually see my order being packed up because my son has to be the only one on a 98 degree day to order hot soup and since I pick up there SO OFTEN, the guy packing the food in the pick up station points at me and gestures me to come over, because he recognizes me (and I am always very friendly to everyone who works there.) I say my last name. Then Grumpy literally jogs over. "He's doing something else. You wait there. That is not yours. WE WILL TELL YOU WHEN IT IS READY." He snatches the bag from the pick up guy and takes it away. I say somewhat loudly because now I am pissed off, "I'm sorry but he GESTURED to me! I have been waiting but he asked me to come over!" This is literally the only time I have ever had attitude in this place because I believe in being kind. Thirty seconds later, Grumpy shouts out my name and hands me THE SAME BAG. In truth, this place would get 2 1-2 to 3 stars on a regular day. But I am sick of being treated like dirt by this guy. I find it admirable that Grillys donates to local causes like little league, but the face of the business could really use some lessons in hospitality. read more

Man, I hate to say it because this place used to be so good, but it's definitely slipped in the last couple years!! Had the carne asada quesadilla the other night and it was dry and tasted like cardboard!! The salsa was watered down and tasted like crap too... sorry but come on guys, I know it can be better!! ‍ read more

Food is just OK but the service is awful. The people that work here are largely rude and super apathetic. They could care less about any customer service or even being pleasant. It's too bad. Unfortunately it's one of the few places in town where you can grab a quick burrito to go. I feel held hostage by this place. Unfortunately, it's definitely below average in every respect. Too bad as it could just as easily be incredible and a great and convenient place to go. I order for that to happen they will need to clean house completely. The worst of the worst in MV. read more

Grilly's Restaurant - A long line of people waiting for awful food and one employee taking orders in person and on the phone and couldn't care less.... - Mexican Near Me - Mill Valley, California

The chicken taco salad to go is a great dish ! We took it to an outdoor picnic. Terrific !

The food is okay, but prices are high and the service is not great. For instance, For a large family meal, asked for an additional complimentary hot sauce and the kitchen staff said only one. You'd think, that wouldn't be a problem for a company like this. Disappointing. Don't think I'll continue going there. There are other good Mexican restaurants. read more

Deeply appalled at the customer service at this place, My wife and I came here with high hopes after getting our tire changed from the tire shop next door. The decor is beautiful and the place has a good vibe to it, but while placing our order the gentleman I received more attitude then ever before and so did my wife, we were both asking for options to go into our burrito bowls and each time we asked a he got louder and more aggressive as in to hurry us up without answering any options to what we could have. I've been in customer service for years and and this was shocking to see, I shall not be back nor recommend coming here. read more

This place is busy but what else can you do when it's the only Mexican place around. Staff here are very rude and short with you. They don't pay attention to your order so it's always wrong. If you don't like people then don't work in a customer facing environment. My mom ordered a burrito and specifically said no cheese. She said it 3x, the guy responded "I understand that" seeming so annoyed. Burrito came WITH cheese. Idiot, you didn't understand. Don't be so arrogant and still eff up. Never eat here. You'll be sorely disappointed read more

The one star is for the service. Guy at the counter was rude when we first ordered, didn't give us our drinks and didn't call us when the food was ready. He then flat out refused to give my husband a bag with a handle so we could take our to-go on a bike. Said some bullshit about those bags being for dinners only when we had spent almost $50. Won't be back and won't recommend. Find someone else to be on your front lines, not some jerk on a power trip. read more

LIFE CHANGING fresh homemade & mango agua fresca- & mango juice w/o added sugar- tastes like you are drinking strawberries! Mmmmmm I haven't been able to find ANY other place in the bay that has this Also while you're there, grab their cheap famous taco salad read more

Like to take the kiddos here. Can get very busy with high schoolers on Friday nights. Very basic Mexican food but quick and easy.

PLEASE READ ALL COMMENTS BEFORE ORDERING FOOD THERE! Btw My review is very similar to others here! Customer service sucks!!!! Hi I have been a happy costumer at Grilly's, since it was just a hallway with a little window in the wall( over 27 years now). I was so saddened by the service I received today, that my appetite was gone after I received my bag! I came in at 12:30 pm and was not welcomed as usual when entering. The lady I ordered my food from ,on the right hand side of order counter, looked at me without a " hello", neither did she asked me what I would like to order. I ordered a super steak burrito with salsa on the side and a steak taco for my partner with a drink and a water. I was not asked if I like a super or regular either! I was not asked if I like black beans or pinto, neither was I asked my salsa choice! The lady was super unfriendly and in a hurry to go somewhere or nowhere! I paid and there was no thank you or anything from this cashier! Of course once my ringer was activated and I picked up my food, it was all wrong! I ordered to eat in and received a paper bag! By burrito was not a super ( but I paid for one). There was no salsa, no sour cream, no cheese and no guacamole in my burrito!! It was a birthday lunch in one of my favorite places and was sorry I made this choice :(((( I know we are all going to rough times right now, but give me a break! I am a super friendly and kind person and would never ever deal like that to any of my customers. I think it will be a while until I return! read more

It took me 6 months to try Grilly's even though my colleagues assured me it was good. Now that our office moved to right next door to Grilly's, I had to cave in and give it a try... I enjoyed ordering my mixed veggies burrito outside and substituting brown rice free of charge. My total came to about $5.60 for a very large veggie burrito. I watched my burrito order being filled and rolled inside. I opted for the medium salsa and it was delicious. I cannot believe how fast they rolled my burrito, wow! It was a little more food than I needed for lunch but I still finished the whole thing because it was delicious. Yummy! read more

We ordered "take out" for a dinner meeting from Grilly's today - for 10 or so folks. Quesedillas, grande burritos, regular burritos, salsa, guacamole & chips. Faxed the order in, confirmed receipt on the phone and picked it up an hour later. Food was good, not great . . . but, remember I compare these things to New Mexican . . . . no comparison in my book! A Mexican place that doesn't ask you whether you want red or green chile on your food, is not authentic. Not even close. So my five stars are for the service. Faxing was simple. Online menu & fax form made it quick & easy. Guy on the phone when I called to confirm, was a super nice guy. Service when I came to pick the food up, was friendly and fast. It was outstanding for a take out place. Five stars. Next time I need $80+ of reasonable take out Mexican food in Mill Valley I will return to Grilly's. Well, except maybe when the high school 1/2 block away is out for lunch! read more