Amazing g service! Drink was delicious! Food was amazing! Juan really takes care of his customers…read more Would definitely be coming back!

Great food and service. I had the beach bonfire. Delicious. I also ordered kal-bi short rib. Juan…read moreprovided excellent service.

I visited Cultura with my greyhound, so we sat outside in the courtyard near the firepit tables…read moreshared with Vin, next door. It was a cool, breezy night, typical when the summer marine layer moves in over Carmel, but the propane heaters kept us toasty. If you prefer dining indoors, the interior bar and dining spaces had an intimate, funky, but very cool vibe. The host and servers were all extremely friendly and helpful. Despite being outside in the courtyard, they were also incredibly attentive, checking frequently to see if we needed anything. Their recommendations were spot on, too. I was wowed by the cocktail menu. I'll have to return to try more of their bar offerings. This trip, I took advantage of Happy Hour to order the blood orange margarita, and I was not disappointed. I ordered the ceviche appetizer. My greyhound thought it smelled as wonderful as I did. He rested his head between my feet in hopes of catching any ceviche dropping from my hands. This was so tasty, he was out of luck on the table droppings. I also had the chicken enchiladas for my entree. It was one of the best enchiladas I've had in a couple of years. My server, Mario, brought me out a small cup of their take on Mexican hot chocolate, made with oat milk, as an aperitif. It was so delicious, I almost wished I'd ordered a full cup as dessert.

Eh...we really wanted to like this place, but unfortunately, we're not fans and probably won't be…read morereturning. The atmosphere was cozy and inviting, exactly what we were looking for. The service was pleasant, although at times it felt a little condescending. They have their own very specific tequila collection, so don't expect to see many familiar brands. That's not necessarily a bad thing. We're always willing to try something new. The margaritas, however, were very tart. Just too much lime juice. We ordered tacos and asked for flour tortillas, only to be surprised when they arrived on corn tortillas. When we asked about it, we were told they simply don't serve flour tortillas. Fair enough, but that would have been helpful to know when we ordered. The good news: the chicken tinga, barbacoa, and carnitas were all excellent. Unfortunately, we just couldn't get past the corn tortillas which fell apart when you tried to eat the tacos. Ended up using a fork. For dessert, we ordered one of our favorites, churros. They arrived warm, but were very dry and tough. A churro should make you happy. These made us wish we'd stopped for dessert somewhere else. There were definitely some bright spots, especially the meats and the cozy atmosphere, but restaurants generally get one first chance to make us want to come back. Unfortunately, this one didn't.

We were in the area to check out the aquarium and had a craving for fish tacos…read more We parked a block or two away. Staff was very friendly, we sat in the window and I had the al pastor taco and fish taco. Soooo good, I need to come back. Salsas were tasty too.

We ordered the birria ramen, vegetable nachos, and an asada burrito through DoorDash, and…read moreeverything was delicious! The order arrived quickly, the food was at the appropriate temperature, and the delivery was left in the hotel lobby as requested. Our only complaint -- and it was a pretty frustrating one -- was that no utensils or napkins were included. Since the order was clearly being delivered to a hotel, we obviously didn't have access to our own silverware. This was especially inconvenient considering one of the items was birria ramen -- soup is a little difficult to eat without a spoon! Other than that oversight, the food itself was excellent and we really enjoyed everything we ordered.

It's great to know that there are still good restaurants around. We were both very satisfied with…read moreour meals, I with a chili verde burrito and hubby with carne asada one. The server, a tall, attractive blond gal, was very efficient and accommodating. The restaurant was charming, very clean and well-maintained. It had a lively atmosphere.

Not real Mexican food , false advertising. Quesadillas with…read moreKraft cheese , beans taste like can beans. I will not recommend this place

I have been to the Baja Cantina Grill and Filling Station a few times. I have had two very fun…read moretimes there. One time my daughter and I sat in the bar, had drinks and appetizers, and watched a Giants game. The other people in the bar were a lot of fun and we had a blast. The other time was on a cold, rainy day and my friends and I sat on a couch and chairs in front of the fireplace in the bar and had pitchers of margaritas and nachos. They still talk about what a great time they had. Every time I have been there the food and service has been good. The margaritas were really good. The Baja Cantina is not dog friendly--not even on the outdoor patio. Fortunately during our visits when we had our dog with us, it was cool enough to leave him in the car and there are some parking stalls with a lot of shade.

Stopped by for some lunch with family while on a day trip to Carmel. This place looked promising…read morefrom pictures and the menu but that's about all it had to offer. I ordered the mango enchiladas which surprisingly had some flavors that definitely went together. The flavor profiles lack in the sense of giving you a desire for more. The chips and salsa are good. The chips have a seasoning which gives it a kick. Overall the enchiladas were ok but bland. The salsa from the chips and salsa was actually good. Service was ok, had to flag my server down a few times for the same item which happens but none of the order was messed up. The outside seating is perfect for the Carmel weather. Was enjoyable sitting outside.

Michael's is a Pacific Grove staple. It's got that "California casual" vibe with a weird but…read moreperfect mix of Mexican, Texan, and even some Cajun influences. You can tell it's been a local favorite for decades--the hand-scrawled signs and slogans everywhere give it so much character. They've been around for 40 years! The Blackened Chicken sandwich is what they're famous for, and it lives up to the hype as I've been ordering it since middle school. It's got a solid kick, and that buttermilk garlic dressing they use is addictive. If you're leaning more toward the taqueria side, the Blackened Shrimp Tacos and the Steak Fajitas are the move. I also get the House Burrito a lot as it's one of their famous specialties. Everything feels fresh and grilled, not greasy, which is a nice change of pace. The service is fast and friendly and the portions are huge for the price. It's a small, no-frills spot inside, but they have plenty of seating and a steady stream of locals picking up takeout which is always a good sign. Every meal comes with chips and salsa! Pro tip: They're closed on Sundays, so make sure you get your fix during the week. Definitely the best spot in PG for a quick, high-quality lunch that won't break the bank.

Walkup to the counter, order, grab your tray with order #, chips & salsa, Fill your drinks (if…read morepurchased) then find a seat. The beef taquitos were awesome! The shredded beef was amazing. The shells were fried to perfection, nice and crispy. They were on a fresh bed of lettuce, tomato cheese, and sour cream. For my two-plate combo I got the cheese enchilada and asada taco. The red sauce was very tomato forward. The asada and the taco was seasoned perfectly. Delicious food

SCW and I stopped into El Cantato while staying in Monterey Bay. This place was a priority for me…read moreas it's all plant based and Mexican. Parking is sparse in front of the restaurant but paid parking is nearby. We entered and wow, the place was busy. Not overwhelming but lots of people in the indoor dining area enjoying their food. The menu is overheard and we decided what we wanted and ordered. The employees were kind and helpful, we probably were the only people that didn't speak Spanish well in the restaurant but that wasn't an issue, SCW got the number 2 combo, I got the mole. Also ordered an appetizer. Seated and waited about 10 minutes and our order came out. Everything was freaking amazing. Such great flavors and so fresh. Even SCW who doesn't necessarily gravitate towards Mexican food made nom nom nom sounds the whole time. The mole was incredible, the best I've ever had. The whole time we were here it was an endless stream of customers, even late lunch hour. SCW was impressed by the contrast stream of people coming in. We even walked around the wharf nearby for a while and drove past again and it was still packed with people. Do yourself a favor and visit El Cantato. I know I will.

This is an amazing Vegan restaurant. I was in the area for the day and found this place. I haven't…read morebeen to many Mexican restaurants with any vegan options let alone a full Vegan menus. It took our party (8 people) a while to decide as we were spoiled with choices. But we had time as it was pretty busy for a Friday around 1. I ended up getting the carne asada nachos and the aqua Fresca that they had that day (mango and watermelon I think). Both were absolutely spectacular. The picture included might not show the best scale but I had 2 others helping me to eat this plate and otherwise I would not have been able to finish it (even as a larger man). The crunchy jalapeños with the chips, beans and guacamole were the perfect balance. As a meat eater, the texture of the faux meat was a touch odd, but the flavor more than made up for it. The staff was helpful and attentive even as they were balancing supporting customers, answer phone orders, and taking regular orders. My wife and will definitely be stopping by here more often!!

Since Cut the Crab shut down and got replaced El Rodeo we've been wanting to try it out. We were…read moresurprised that the layout stayed the same. We showed up right before the lunch rush and got seated pretty promptly. We were offered drinks and our food orders were taken pretty promptly which was great. The service was incredible and it was a full team effort as we had several different people helping us out. The food was delicious. The cowboy chicken was grilled perfectly and my wife's burrito was very filling. We're sad it took us this long to experience El Rodeo but we definitely plan to be back as their menu looked incredible.

Tex-Mex served by friendly staff in a welcoming space, with familiar and comforting staples…read morereminiscent of places like La Casita and my childhood favorite, La Milpa (in Milpitas). Enjoy complimentary chips and salsa while you peruse the lunch or dinner menus. Chile verde here is perfect, as is the chicken and rice soup.

Best chilequilet ever Even in downtown Salulita MX it comes…read moreno better ! GREAT HORCHATA AS WELL!

I should have read my previous review before dining there last night. I made two mistakes: ordering…read morethe chile relleno burrito, and ordering a glass of lambrusco wine. The burrito was 80 percent rice, with a few bites of chile and virtually none of the advertised Jack cheese, avocado, "special sauce..." Served lukewarm. Definitely not worth $12.99. The wine, while a good pour, was sickly sweet. That said, their service is good, their salsa is excellent, and I've enjoyed previous meals there (including huevos rancheros). Note--next time, order breakfast for dinner or a combo plate. AVOID THE BURRITOS!

The rack of lamb were phenomenal, I had rare it and the chef nailed it. The meat were tender,…read moreperfectly grilled smoke. Amazing

Absolutely loved this restaurant! The location is great, and there is plenty of parking, which…read moremakes the whole experience even better. I ordered the Grilled Prawn Penne Pasta, and it was AMAZING--definitely one of the best pasta dishes I've had! You can also order it spicy if you like a little heat, which is a great option for spice lovers. I took my mom here for her birthday, and they surprised us with a dessert. It was such a sweet gesture, and the dessert was SOOOO yummy! Great food, wonderful experience, and the perfect place to celebrate a special occasion. We'll definitely be coming back!