Wow! I was hesitant to stop as there was no drive through, I am sure glad I did stop. The food was so good! I ordered a potato, egg and bacon mixed taco and a carne asada a la Mexicana con frijoles taco. Both tacos were delicious! The potato bacon and egg was so fresh, the bacon was crispy and the potatoes were cooked perfectly and the taco was full! The carne was seasoned well and had so much flavor. I will definitely be back! If you're looking for a good place for some great tacos, please try this spot! read more

La Barca De Jalisco - Inside - Mexican Near Me - San Antonio, Texas

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You want AUTHENTIC San Antonio Mexican food?!? Here's an option for you. The server suggested the Friday special - huevos rancheros con chicharron salsa. It was amazing and only $6.99!!! Looks like I'll be full until dinner. read more

La Barca De Jalisco - Huevos rancheros con chicharron salsa - Mexican Near Me - San Antonio, Texas

Something about this place's appetizer crunchy tortillas makes it stand out among all the ones I've tasted thus far. The dip was regular but the tortillas had an amazing flavor. I ordered Huevos Rancheros as I'm on a streak to taste as many unique Huevis Rancheros from different Mexican restaurants. What I had was just ordinary and nothing outstanding. I'll probably have it some place else. But I'll come back here to try out lunch and dinner. Corn tortillas were served fresh and hot. The place is casual with just ordinary ambience with music. It's not huge but presentable and hospitable. Place was packed for brunch. Place was clean. read more

La Barca De Jalisco - Crunchy tortillas for appetizer. - Mexican Near Me - San Antonio, Texas

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Awesome place off the south reach of the Riverwalk. You have to get up near the CPS station near I-90. I had a cabrito, chicharron and machacodo tacos for a fat breakfast. Piping hot. So good! read more

La Barca De Jalisco - Cabrito, chicharron con huevos, machacado from left to right - Mexican Near Me - San Antonio, Texas

Yummy and affordable breakfast tacos! Just call to place an order, ready in 5 minutes

Food was all right flavors were good. Just did not like the cheese. It was American. Ambience is pretty good your typical Taqueria vibe. I took takeout so didn't experience Service. read more

Amazing food and great service. Staff are very friendly and helpful. Favorite restaurant for breakfast!

Totally cool and authentic Mexican food. Chilaquiles and Chicharrones are nowhere to be found in LA, but made to perfection here. We tried the green sauce and found it to be just right. Most importantly, there was no cilantro anywhere, which is perfect because the wife is allergic to that stuff. Well done, folks!!! read more

La Barca De Jalisco - Chilaquiles! Nowhere to be found in Los Angeles... - Mexican Near Me - San Antonio, Texas

San Antonio has a treasure just south of the King Willam District. La Barca recreates handmade tasty treats from my childhood. As a chef, I've had the pleasure of crafting all types of cuisine but my heat always returns to time tested venues like this one. I only have one photo to share as I was more interested in getting down than taking photos. I'll try and slow down next time I'm in town. The icing on the trip was that a female patron paid for our party of three without us knowing. I have to leave town tomorrow but I'll leave a bit of my heart here in San Anto. #Besos read more

La Barca De Jalisco - Machacado plate - Mexican Near Me - San Antonio, Texas

Our last morning in San Antonio the honey wanted to try puffy tacos, so off to puffy taco-land we went! La Barca De Jalisco had some great food, and great service, but the puffy tacos were honestly a bit of a letdown for me. Especially since they were deep fried, which I hadn't been expecting. The meat within the taco, rice, and beans were mouthwatering and delicious, so overall it was a win - though I do have to say I enjoyed the soft tacos at La Villa more. But it was great to try the esteemed puffy taco, if not just to say I did it. I'd come back to La Barca De Jalisco, but probably not for the puffy taco. read more

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We somehow have been missing out on this spot for years. It's rather small inside and it wasn't very busy when we went, but we arrived at kind of an odd time so we decided to go ahead and give it a try. I wasn't a huge fan of the salsa they served with the complimentary chips, but that's not that big of a deal. I ordered the enchiladas verdes which was on special for the days long with a few other options. I really enjoyed both the enchiladas and the refried beans, and the rice was just okay. I am really picky about Mexican rice though and it has to be pretty amazing for me to eat it. My whole plate along with 2 flour tortillas was only $4.99! My dining companion had the Gordita plate and asked for avocado instead of a meat filling, and they were happy to oblige with no up-charge (you will be surprised at how often we end up paying more for vegetarian options). This also came with rice and beans and 2 flour tortillas as well. Overall, the portions were hearty, the food was fresh and tasty, and the service was friendly. They had a sign posted that said you can buy 3 breakfast tacos for $2.50 (I'm pretty sure) and you can mix the tacos. What a steal! We will definitely be back! read more

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Not really for gringos, but good nevertheless. They do speak English, if you're worried, and well :) And EPIC TACOS!!! I love the al pastor tacos!!! Add lime and some salt and they are amazing!!!! Also, the people are so sweet here read more

Nice little spot just south of downtown. Great food. Great friendly service. Food came out piping hot and great tasting. Homemade tortillas were really soft and good. read more

La Barca De Jalisco - Camarones a la Diabla - Mexican Near Me - San Antonio, Texas

After living in SA for two years, I can't believe that I am just now venturing out to try more taco places other than Taqueria Datapoint (still one of my favorites though!!) My friends and I had found this place on a website that had it listed as one of the top ten taco places in San Antonio - when you put that kind of title on a place, that's a tall order, so I definitely had high expectations, and thankfully - this place did not disappoint at all! It's so unassuming and had a hole-in-the-wall feel, not pretentious or anything, but the quality tacos that it delivers - worth the drive out to Southtown. I ordered two tacos - one of their carnitas and one of their breakfast tacos - chorizo and potatoes. one on flour tortilla and the other on corn. The meat was deliciously seasoned with the soft texture of the tortillas and the slight spiciness of the salsa - yummm. Definitely will be coming back for more tacos! Comes with complimentary chips and salsa. Has a small private parking lot. The building can be kind of confusing, but I think the main restaurant is on the first floor. They also recently extended their hours to include dinner service, so you won't be missing out if you're having a taco craving past 3PM anymore! read more

La Barca De Jalisco - Mexican Near Me - San Antonio, Texas

Amazing service. The food is always hot and fresh. Some of the best menudo in the city. Give it a try. read more

La Barca De Jalisco - Mexican Near Me - San Antonio, Texas

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Horrible food and service. Never going back! Do not recommend it. Meat was dry and had no flavor

We were near San Juan mission, and wee looking for something authentic. One of the locals recommended la Barca. It was a great choice. Their puffy tacos are great! read more

This Place is the greatest!!! Friendly staff awesome Food. I recommend everyone to stop Best way to described it Stop stop stop stop you won't be disappointed read more

La Barca De Jalisco - Mexican Near Me - San Antonio, Texas

The fajitas had no flavor and tasted like the smell of refrigerator. Had a stomach ache shortly after ingesting. Shocked that they had 4.5 stars to begin with. read more

I have never been disappointed by the food or service at La Barca. I have brought out of town friends and family many times over the last seven years. I especially like their shrimp dishes, but their enchiladas, beans, rice and salsa verde let you know this is real. Incredible value. read more

This place has been around for years I bypassed it multiple times not really known what it was or what it had but viewing yelp reviews I decided to stop by. My neighbor also had visited this place some time ago. It had closed for sometime due to the construction on mission and Steve Rd The dining room is very small and the owner is the the waiter. I've walked in like 30 minutes before closing they've always been real nice and accommodating I usually get the lunch special. I've gotten the cheese enchiladas and the puffy tacos. The rice and beans are really really good hot and fresh. The tortillas are thick and warm and they will usually have the days remaining flour tortillas from the day. One dozen for $1.50 I've gotten a couple times. The dining room is very small. That's the only downfall. You might have to wait for a table outside read more

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Come here all the time, great people especially the night time crew, Wed-Friday, wish they were open on Saturday again. But Chata is the greatest waitress, she has great customer service. Yummy tacos! read more

Went here on recommendation from friend. This is one of those places that does not look fancy, but is some of the best Mexican food south of downtown. Crispy tacos full of meat and great taste. Menudo was full of hominy and tripe not a bowl of broth. Wife had Mexicans enchiladas they are fantastic. Fresh hot sauce red and green. Both had great flavor but be ready for heat with the green. Service was outstanding, we will return. Ohh A on the health score!!!!!! read more

It looks like a dump. It is not a dump. It is a hidden cask of yumminess. The red salsa has a little kick to it; the green is flavorful if a bit thin. I ordered cabrito. Why is it so hard to find cabrito, in San Antonio? I must be looking in all the wrong places. This dish is worth a trip from the other side of town. The meat is falling apart tender with a lightly tangy sauce. It doesn't taste stewed so much as allowed to relax in a hot tub for a few years. Fresh cilantro and onion top it off perfectly. They serve me only two corn tortillas. I want more of these irregular and soft beauties. They taste like they were made by a human being who's done it more than once. The service is quick, friendly, and efficient. It's everything I want from wait staff. When you come here, tip this woman. She's excellent. read more

Fantastic place. WE just happened on it, but now we will make a point to search it out next time we are in San Antonio! Prices are fantastic. Food is superb! I wish I had one in my neighborhood in Georgetown! read more

Super friendly staff and delicious tacos! Get your taco on their homemade corn tortillas. They're so soft and flavorful. Carne guisada and machacado are my go-tos but try the chilaquiles with egg and cheese read more

Best goat tacos I've ever had, and filling. The steak tacos were good too, surprisingly tender. And delicious fresh made corn tortillas. 5 star hole in the wall food. read more

I found La Barca on my regular bike route. I highly recommend visit here for the food. My favorite dish is the La Barca's breakfast plate! Five stars for sure! read more

This was so good. The cheese enchilada with red sauce was amazing. Will be looking for the recipe. The prices were good. And the service was outstanding. Thank you for a nice lunch read more

For great homemade Mexican food. This is the place. Always love coming here. They are quick and very friendly. You can sit or call your order in, they'll have it served quick and hot and always delicious! I love this place and will be going here for time to come. read more

Went with my gf for breakfast. We both had juevos rancheros with bacon and coffee. Beans weren't horrible, but I've had much better. The ranchero sauce was really good and the green salsa was great too. The waitress was very prompt and friendly. Since it was morning, we didn't try the lunch/dinner menu, but I would definitely come back again for breakfast. read more

Food was great! Went for the first time Saturday, will be here more often, carne guisada and tortillas were really good

A great place for carne asada or carne mexicana. Family-owned place. We had puffy tacos, a sopa mexicana, carne mexicana and a mino taco plate. Service was quick, efficient and food was delicious. Will be back! read more

La Barca De Jalisco - Family-owned place. - Mexican Near Me - San Antonio, Texas

Been eating here for years and have yet to have a bad dish. Staff is some of the best I've ever experienced. Good portions and reasonable prices. If you go there often enough you will eventually get some "pilon" If you go for breakfast, get huevos rancheros with a side of Barbacoa. Ask for the barbacoa to be served "a la mexicana" You won't be disappointed. The only reason for not giving it 5 stars is that the place is too damn small and you may have to wait for a table. read more

We had just finished a tour of the old Missions and were looking for Mexican food for lunch. Within an unassuming exterior lies great food. Reasonably priced, but plentiful. I had the Pescado ala Plancha and it was fantastic. read more

Quaint little place on the side of I10. We were sat promptly. They take cleaning and disinfecting due to COVID seriously! Everything here is delicious!! We ordered the machacada con huevos and the huevos rancheros. The handmade flour and corn tortillas are delicious!! Definitely will return here when we are back in town! Actually we are returning tomorrow before we leave town! read more

We stopped by an hour before they closed on a Saturday afternoon and were treated to some really great food. I had the puffy tacos with chicken which were a satisfying combination of a crunchy outside and delicious, tender chicken on the inside. While I'm not normally impressed by plates with rice and beans, these were both wonderful and I cleaned the plate of everything. The three of us left full and happy to have found this little place. Very kind staff too! read more

I found chorizo plastic casing in my chorizo and egg taco, and was treated rudely by cashier/owner. Also was not comped 2.50 for the breakfast. Good service usually but upset the way the mishandled this situation like it was nothing. If you like foreign items in your breakfast and discourteous employees this is the perfect place for you! read more

One of my favorites in the city and an undiscovered gem. Love their shrimp dishes especially, and the family attitude. Took a friend here after a bike ride on the Mission Reach. The next day he ate downtown where the food was "twice as expensive and half as good." read more

We had driven down from Austin to spend some time checking out SA and the Alamo and were starving when we just happened to pull into this place around 2pm. We ordered cabrita, cheese enchiladas, chicken flautas, and fish tacos. Everything was truly delicious, even the rice which is usually not something I eat. The homemade tortillas and charro beans were fantastic and the cheese enchiladas were some of the best any of us have ever had. The fish tacos were great and the cabrita was nicely marinated and spicy. This is some very inexpensive, but very good food, and the folks that run the place couldn't be nicer. read more