The service and food are always excellent. On my last visit they recommended the Baja fish taco...it was fabulous! Gracious!

First time here, I've been wanting to try this place out. Glad I did, the burrito carne Asada is inconceivably juicy & flavorful. Wasn't salty or less on the meat like other places. They actually gave a good balance of all the ingredients and manage to stuffed it without it ripping. In house They got a couple sauces to go with your burrito but not many. The portion was pretty massive for me, so I got to take some home. All and I like the food, the service, and the environment. They also got some pretty cool decor in this shop however I lost the images I've taken of this place because it was on my old phone. But you should go check it out yourself. Area: The parking is small but can't expect much from this area. Atleast they got free parking in this small plaza. read more

La Calaca Loca - Mexican Near Me - Oakland, California

I've been going to this place for years. I love their shredded chicken burrito and their nacho's but the thing that kept me coming back was their hot sauce. It's the bomb. Get the red AND the green. They are equally delicious and their habanero is legit. It's HOT. The only bummer for me is that they used to have refried beans and now they don't. read more

I'm sorry but the food is not flavorful. I ordered a steak burrito and it cost me almost $15! And it wasn't even a super burrito!! Now I live in East Oakland and we have some really good spots to hit up. I even know some really good spots in Berkeley. My fav is La Mission! But but this LCL SPOT IS NOT THE BUSINESS! Meaning it's not good at all! read more

Cute Dia de Los muertos decor, nice service from lady at register taking orders. Nice concept, however my burrito and elote (Mexican corn) were kind of over priced and lacking authentic sabor (flavor). I think the problem is, restaurants like these are increasing prices because they can in these areas where the clientele can reason $5 for one ear of corn or $9 for two tacos. I enjoyed the little fridge with fresh squeeze bottles of salsas. Would I come back? Possibly, however there are plenty yummy Mexican spots near my side of town that are more reasonable for their offerings. 3.5 stars. read more

La Calaca Loca - Salsa fridge! - Mexican Near Me - Oakland, California

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A bit different from other like places like Gordos or Taqueria Cancun in that the fresh shredded cabbage, as well as the fresh onions and cilantro in the pico de gallo, make the tacos taste really fresh. The corn tortillas could be a little more cooked is the only advice I would give. read more

Average Mexican cuisine. Guacamole is fresh but needs more salt and lime. Eaten here several times and 50% my Togo order is incorrect, even after its repeated it back correctly. Otherwise, food is satisfactory. A few favs are fish taco, nachos, carne asada torta and surf & turf super burrito. Agua frescas are delicious as well. read more

I've been to La Calaca Loca a couple times. The most recent time I couldn't decide bewteen the grilled and fried (Baja) fish tacos so got one of each (see pic). $4.25 per taco. Dios Mio!! Chips? Those are extra. Order at the front and they bring out the food to your table. Some bottles of fresh salsas (see pic) are brought from the mini-fridge on top of the table with silverware and napkins. I tried the fried Baja Pescado first. I wasn't a fan of the fish. The fish was moist, but so was the soggy batter. The baja sauce was tasty and the small amount of cilantro in the cabbage didn't bother me. The Grilled Pescado was really good. The fish had a nice spice rub and was moist and flaky. Again the cabbage provided a nice crunch. I saw a review that said they get the Baja style taco, but sub-in the grilled fish. Sounds like the winning combo. I've also had a Pork Chile Verde wet burrito here which has cheese and enchilada sauce on top with guac, sour cream, and pico de gallo on the side(see pic). That was just OK. There was a ton of rice and not that much meat. The pork was also a bit on the dry side. Horchata was pretty good here. It's a little pricey for what you get. I'd rather go to SR24 next door. read more

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Food was amazing! The tacos are huge and very generous with the meat. Service was great as well and only took them 5-7 mins to make 5 tacos for me and my friend. They also included complementary chips Love this place and will be coming back. read more

What can I say It's only OK I wouldn't eat there everyday But if it closed, I'd say no way Good burritos, but only slightly above average. It's the best-Mex really close to my house. And the interior is pretty stylish on the fast food scale... But I've got be real with y'all, with the fabulous Fruitvale relatively nearby, and all the serious, munch-out-maximus cuisine in Temescal, I couldn't possibly give La Calaca Loca four stars. read more

The food was of good quality. I had my "yummy " hit. Staff was super nice and friendly. Prices were reasonable. I got what I came for.

Horrible service! Every time I walk in I'm hesitant to order because the women by the counter always have a bothered look on their faces. This place is in my area and the only decent Mexican food on telegraph Ave. there is a taco truck that's farther down that way and I might just have to suck it up and go to because this place is not worth going to. The decor looks cheap and like it's been up for several years . I ordered two chicken tacos with a side order of rice and beans. The cashier told me the tacos came with beans so I only ordered the side of rice. When I got my order there was only a side order rice and the woman told me the beans were on the taco. Why on earth would her brain think that beans on a taco was the same as eating a side of beans and rice??? and why are beans on a taco in the first place. If i wanted a burrito i would've ordered that. i just wanted a simple chicken taco with onions and cilantro. I decided to not make a big deal about it and go home . When i got home and got ready to eat this burrito taco I discovered it was a steak taco!!! I had to leave my home and go all the way back to the restaurant to get the right food and the girl with the blonde hair in a bun with the interesting eyes was so rude. I came back in to let them know my order was wrong for the second time and she never apologized even though she made several mistakes . I ended up just getting my money back. This place has better food than Cholita Linda but no customers and now i see why. read more

Torta is absolutely off the chain here, best I've ever had actually. Their salsas are actually a bit unique and amazing and goes really well on the torta. Fish taco is also top notch and huge read more

Terrible, dry nasty steak cost $16 total for the lousy burrito. It was so bland even salsa didn't help it, they have nerve. Next to the worst guacamole I've had too, runny, just a mess. Salsa was bland as well. Just ridiculous. I should have known from the reviews, unfortunately I listened to my co worker. Big mistake. The lady at the counter was a total B, that topped off the experience. This place is a rip off read more

Omg. What a hidden gem. At least to me. This place hit the spot on Cinco de Mayo! Amazing food, great service/interactions and the margaritas!!! Fire!!! There is music playing, seating indoor and outdoors. The food came quickly and I will definitely be back!!! The shrimp taco hit it out of the park for me. The flavors, spices and it was so fresh. 10/10 recommend!!!! read more

La Calaca Loca - Shrimp Taco - Mexican Near Me - Oakland, California

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My favorite place for nachos!! I also really enjoy their elote. And the staff are so sweet! read more

La Calaca Loca - Carne Asada Nachos & Vegetarian Nachos - Mexican Near Me - Oakland, California

Solid food every time. They've tried to keep food prices affordable and not change things up too much, and I appreciate it as a class act standard near the freeway. read more

Really good shrimp taco that doesn't skimp on toppings. I come here when I'm lazy and don't feel like cooking. Portions and price are . Music is good. They bring you sauces and set you up with silverware but it's still quick service format which is nice if you want it be in/out. 10/10 recommend! read more

Great and addictive nachos. Carnitas burrito has always been fantastic as well. Highly recommended.

Actually 3 stars, but this place gets a WHOLE EXTRA STAR for not having a line out the door like Cholita Linda. Geez!!!!! I'll tell you what I like: - the piñatas, especially the Trump piñata (which I failed to photograph, but it's hella funny) - the veggie tacos. I'm not a vegetarian, but they're crunchy and flavorful and just the right amount spicy! - the open tables - the cold beers - the prices. It's just under $10 for two overstuffed soft tacos. - generous portions And what I didn't much like: - the Baja fish taco is supposed to be fried fresh fish. But it's most certainly frozen fish. It tasted like a fish stick, only a little worse because the fish was rubbery and the fried part was soggy :/ - the chicken they use for chicken tacos is shredded, and somehow the meat *still* isn't flavorful. Or, rather, it has a flavor, but it doesn't taste like fresh meat. - the techno. Why, Mexican place, why??? read more

A vegan burrito for less than $10 in Oakland? Yes please! La Calaca Loca has the classic taqueria feeling that so many Temescal, Piedmont Ave, and north Oakland restaurants are missing. I came in with a group of vegan and non-vegan friends, and we all finished our meals feeling satisfied. Money well spent. Another thing to note: the staff was very friendly! They even tossed in a huge free bag of chips and salsa for our group, which was greatly appreciated. We'll definitely be back! read more

Best mexican food I've had in so long. Incredibly fast and wonderful burrito. Definitely will come back here again! read more

La Calaca Loca - Fish taco - Mexican Near Me - Oakland, California

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Not coming back here again. Ordered 4 orders of Chilaquiles with eggs over easy and they were all over cooked. Disappointed that this neighborhood restaurant that's been here for many years, still doesn't have solid cooks. I have not been happy with the meals here. read more

I like their fish tacos for sure. They offer 3 types of heat to enjoy with your tacos. I look forward to trying their other offerings.

If you want unauthentic Mexican food, your best bet is Taco Bell. Not whatever they serve here. I saw this place being reviewed on "Check, Please" and decided to give it a try. I ordered the grilled fish burrito, which was a soggy, sad mistake. I will admit my friend did order the Baja fish taco which was featured on "Check, Please" and said it was good. But truthfully, their food lacks flavor. The tortilla was mushy from the grease and liquid the fish was giving off. It was a lackluster mess. If you want real tacos that are also good tacos, hit up Tacos Sinaloa on 22nd and International. read more

The only thing I found good at La Calaca was a nice table for reading, a friendly counter person and some bomb music. Sadly, the food itself wasn't even close to decent. I ordered a side of rice and beans and couldn't believe how flavorless everything was (and expensive; my meatless meal cost $9.51, so you carnivores better get ready to ball out.) On one hand, maybe my experience isn't representative of what this spot is really capable of. On the other, rice and beans are pretty much the foundation upon which everything else is built, so I think I have every right to be worried. The good news was that they had a lot of different salsas, ranging from a tomatillo joint I didn't care for to a super-spicy habanero sampling I favored. They had plenty of seating available and the staff was really friendly. But I can't see myself returning anytime soon given the taste, even for a good serving of salsa. read more

La Calaca Loca - Maybe this is why rice, beans, chips and salsa totaled $9.51... The "side" is huge. But still! Overpriced. Under-flavored. Blah. - Mexican Near Me - Oakland, California

Hey, I was a little late for my take-out, but I also was in a rush to get back home to finish my clothes in the dryer. "I'll put it to you this way," " I've never paid 20.00 for a burrito with no chips" "I guess everybody plays a fool!"‍ read more

I've been working near this place on and off for almost 3 years. It's a hole in the wall place and it's not fancy by any means but the food is amazing. My favorites are the shrimp tacos especial and the chicken ensalada (salad). Had the grilled pescados (fish) tacos especial today and they were messy but awesome. I used 4 napkins. read more

The best!! Always fresh. Consistently high quality. Our first choice for a quick meal. Yummy.

The food is OK but the prices are far too high. I don't know what they're thinking in terms of their competition but you can easily find food as good around this area and save money. They are guilty of price gouging and to be honest, don't seem to mind. As an example, there is no reason all of the add-ons should be tacked into the bill for a basic breakfast burrito with the usual ingredients. I think if they lowered their prices they'd get way more customers. Stop charging for every little thing, etc. read more

One of my favorite authentic Mexican places! The service and staff are so nice and home mad salsa is bomb! They even give generous portions for take out! read more

La Calaca Loca - Grilled Pesadero Fish taco, Carne Asada taco, rice and beans with plenty if chips and salsa. - Mexican Near Me - Oakland, California

Hola: twice I've ordered delivery of tacos and carnitas nachos. I ordered a jicama salad, carnitas nachos, and one green pork soft taco. HUGE portions and I'll be eating carnitas and jicama salad for another couple days. Great delivery and great pricing! Mi favrito frijoles son boiled pintos and those were in the nachos and green chile taco. I suffer from many food allergies and I always include the list of the veggies the restaurant might have to which I'm allergic. Excellent food value!!!!! read more

Oh dear, slipping under what looks like new management. Once light, clean-flavored nachos is now sloppy/gloppy. Carnitas option was small amount of chopped meat but a massive chunk of pure fat that should have been discarded. Light drizzling of crema replaced by big plops of sour cream. Guacamole was stingy and flavorless. Way too much sharp salty queso grated over this mess. Still good: shrimp quesadilla, horchatas. We'll give it another try soon, but it looks like we've lost our favorite quality taqueria......sigh. read more

I love La Calaca Loca so I was a little surprised to see some negative reviews on here. But I always order the same things so perhaps I just have it down right. Here's what I have ordered without disappointment. First and foremost, the main reason I come here is for the Elote which is a corn on the cob drizzled in lemon pepper seasoned mayonaise, crumbled cheese (queso seco) and powdered chile. Not many restaurants serve this delicious treat, in fact the only other place I've seen it served is from a lady pushing a cart on Mission St. Secondly, the Sopa de Tortilla, it's the soup. delicious, fresh, and perfect on a chilly day. Third, the Baja Pescado Taco. That would be the breaded fish taco. Take it further and get it Especial and it comes in two tortillas, one crispy and one soft with guacamole and and sour cream. Forth, Queso Fundido, this is strictly an appetizer and it's definitely something to be shared. It is basically just melted cheeses. Get it with chorizo and you have yourself a very very naughty "dip". It is a lactose intolerant person's worst nightmare.Belive me I know. I was in pain later. But was it worth it? yes, yes it was. Yes it's a little pricey, but if you're ordering what I am, it's well worth it. If you come here for a burrito, you'll probably be disappointed, but I don't know why anyone would order such nonsense when there are so many other different and interesting menu options. And you can go on and complain about them not having black beans, but I think that is quite alright of them. Black beans, although nutritious, are not authentically Mexican, they are Spanish. ( PS I'm also bothered by lettuce in burritos, so wrong!!) Now it doesn't beat the delicious tacos served from the taco trucks in Fruitvale, but then again those taco trucks wouldn't serve anything I mentioned above. I think you may be starting to get it now. And in case you are afraid to order what I recommended, here's some help: Elote: Eh-low-te (make sure you soften that T) Sopa de Tortilla: So-pah de Tor-tea-yah Baja Pescado: Ba-ha Pes-ka-doh Queso Fundido: Ke-so Foon-di-doh read more

La Calaca Loca - Elote!! - Mexican Near Me - Oakland, California

expensive food. very salty. but taste perrty good. woman there want to charge me chips and i say no and she say ok, u can keep free!!! this why i give 3 star!!! her very nice. read more

OMG!!! I Luv this place. Last night I had the chicken soup and jicama salad. So So So Good. Will be back soon.

This was recommended by a friend so I stopped in for lunch. I had the chicken burrito and gf had the veggie taco. Both were terrific but I think the burrito was more filling. I liked the ambience. It is definitely a local secret. Everyone that works there seemed happy to do the job and that makes a difference I think... There's a bunch of things to order and a lot more ways to personalize your meal. To add, you have to clear your own table after but I'm good with that read more

La Calaca Loca - A big lunch fit for this king - Mexican Near Me - Oakland, California

I love this place. Jessica, who usually works the register, is AWESOME and I am always satisfied and happy with my carne asada tacos or pollo burrito, which is what I order all the time. I even came through when I busted my foot and was on crutches! That's how good it is! read more

This is better than cactus in the following ways: 1. Easy parking. 2. Cooler decor 3. Slightly cheaper prices. One way it is worse: 1. Doesn't accept debit/credit cards (but has ATM inside restaurant) Due to the 3 positives, I think I'll be going here more often and Cactus a lot less. read more

This hidden gem is SO GOOD!!!!! I feel special knowing about it. They use the best (Niman Ranch) ingredients. They are super covid safe and have great service. I highly recommend this tacoria. You won't be disappointed! read more