This is a hole in the wall serving the most popular Mexican dishes. Order at the counter and they bring it to the table. Old furnishings, but comfortable and a sense this place has been here for many years. Friendly service. My wet carne asada burrito was spicy as hell even though I ordered the more mild of the two sauces. I was hoping for larger carne asada cuts as mine was more ground beef than steak. It was still delicious and came in at $14. read more

La Carreta de Don Jose - Wet carne asada burrito with the milder green sauce - Mexican Near Me - Chino, California

Bomb freaking TACOS!!! I came here on a whim on Cinco de Mayo to pick up tacos for me and my friend. Ordered chicken, al pastor and asada. We loved them all! They had a taco man inside the restaurant. He also gave us sauteed onions and jalepeno's. Both were great. Enjoyed their salsa bar too! Just wish they had those sauteed hot carrots alone. I love those! Give them a try though. Wont be dissapointed read more

Raquel was very friendly and attentive. The theme of this place is awesome! Like a Mexican diner. The food was super delicious. Some of the best enchiladas I've ever had ! The spicy green salsa was delicious. The rice and beans were tasteful and everything else on the plate was a perfect combination. I will be coming back here again. read more

See all

Food is always good! Service is also really great! Note, there is not a big eating area so expect to wait on the weekends. Take out is always a good option, they let you get all the sides you need. read more

La Carreta de Don Jose - Updated menu prices as of April 2026 - Mexican Near Me - Chino, California

See all

Parking: Easy, open, free lot. I'm a tripa girl through and through. I ordered four tripa tacos and a tripa quesadilla but I'd say skip the quesadilla. The tripa gets a little lost in the cheese and ends up soggy. The tacos, though? Delicious. I asked for extra crispy tripa, and they delivered. The meat was chopped, well-seasoned, perfectly salty, and my shells were generously stuffed. The salsa bar had red, green, and creamy guac-style sauces, plus radishes and limes... everything you need to customize your plate. All in all, I'd definitely come back. For three people (six tacos, a quesadilla, and a burrito), the total was about $50. read more

Their carne asada here is almost like ground beef. It's not your traditional thicker cuts of carne asada. The salsa bar was impressive but their food left me wanting something more authentic and with more flavor. Customer service was friendly and attentive. They accept credit cards but there's a 4% fee so be aware read more

I've gone back I would say about six times since my first review, and the food's been great very consistent very tasty. The avocado salsa that they make for you to put in the little to go cups are great. The radishes are fresh the green and red salsa are tasty and hot. I very much liked their food. It's great, the service is great and I love how they keep a TV with the older Spanish retro for the younger peeps, TV programs and movies playing great ambience. read more

Menudo for breakfast after church, hit the spot , it was tender and flavorful, the chile oil is fire , definitely recommend. Cozy and welcoming. read more

La Carreta de Don Jose - Menudo, I didn't like it - Mexican Near Me - Chino, California

This place NEVER misses! Every time my husband comes here for us, he is treated like family. Ana and the rest of the staff are all wonderful and so accommodating! The owner, Don Jose, is a very down-to-earth businessman. He takes feedback very seriously and will do everything he can to make it right. Now THAT is how you run a business! The food, as always, is amazing. So flavorful and bright! Their guacamole sauce is heavenly. Pollo tacos? Bomb. Pollo nachos? So good! Carne asada fries? Please try them! Al pastor burrito? You won't be disappointed! Ambiance is nice and lively! Nice music playing makes the experience feel like you're in Mexico... until you realize you're in Chino after walking outside. Everyone there is awesome! You will be treated like family and will leave happier than when you came in! Thank you Don Jose, Ana, and staff for making our experience the best every time we come here! read more

La Carreta de Don Jose - Pollo nachos with that amazing guacamole sauce - Mexican Near Me - Chino, California

See all

Wow. What a find. Had the Mexican plate with chicken tacos and my wife had the chicken tostada. Wish I would have taken pictures before it was devoured. Yum! Give them a try. read more

I ordered door dash and the Al pastor tacos had a rancid smell and the meat was horrible, I could swear the meat was spoiled, smelled awful.

I requested tacos de tripa extra crunchy. Cook made sure to accommodated my request and they did not disappoint about the best tacos I've had in a while I'll be back for the chilaquiles de mole! Pricing is very fare considering their variety of meat. read more

Made a quick stop here while traveling and Yelp reviews usually don't disappoint. The tacos where loaded with meat, the birria was authentic, and the carne asada fries where very fulfilling. We all enjoyed our dishes. The place is a hole in the wall spot so nothing big and it wasn't busy when we went around 12pm on a Saturday. For me to give a 5 star review I need to visit more than once. read more

See all

Good food and good prices Really enjoyed the al pastor tacos and agua de jamaica. Husband got a burrito and it was hearty and good. read more

La Carreta de Don Jose - Tacos al pastos - Mexican Near Me - Chino, California

The quesabirrias are the best here!! The consomé is SOOOO good and it's not extra like in other places that charge you $2 for a tiny cup. My husband loves their asada burritos with the green salsa! Definitely our go to spot in Chino read more

Food is great. In my opinion best tacos in chino. Drinks are great. staff is awesome.

Rude service from everyone. I've been seeing this place when I pass by and thought I'd give it a try. First impressions. Faces with attitude, no greeting at all. Sat down and the lady behind the counter just dogged my family and me. Finally got up to ask for help and she had no people skills. I asked for birria and she said we have no more. What else you want? We ended up walking out. Everyone there looks miserable. Like they hate working there. Negative stars if I could. read more

I would like to start off by saying how great Jose and his wife are not only as business owners but people. They fulfilled our needs since day one and continued to do so up to our wedding May 04, 2024. Jose and his team showed up on time day of the event and even prepared everything earlier than expected. Jose was gracious and kind to all our guests. The food was absolutely delicious that guests raved about the food all night and were asking for their contact information. If you are looking to book a taco man for your next event, look no further. Jose and his team have your back! I highly recommend them and will be definitely booking in the future. Thank you guys for such an amazing experience and for the delicious food 10/10! read more

La Carreta de Don Jose - Mexican Near Me - Chino, California

Great food. Great price. Come grab a bite after work or treat yourself to a shrimp basket for lunch. Staff can accomodate any request. read more

La Carreta de Don Jose - New updated prices. - Mexican Near Me - Chino, California

They have catered a few of my evens and the food and customer service its outstanding. Highly recommended!!

Love coming here. Best tripas tacos. Always better when they're grilling up outside. Great menudo on the weekend too! Chilaquiles are also solid. read more

So yummy! I had a chicken burrito and it was honestly huge. It was super good and I enjoyed both of the salsa options. They were quick to make my burrito and super nice. I would recommend.' read more

I tried asada, pollo, chorizo and pastor, the chorizo taco was very char and I felt like it consumed all the flavor, the pollo was okay but the meat itself was really grinded down so it took out the flavor, and the asada and pastor was okay, this spot is budget friendly , 8 tacos for 20 bucks read more

I always try to get some alpastor tacos when in in the area and they have never let me down. I recommend their birria crispy tacos as well. You can't go wrong here read more

La Carreta de Don Jose - a man preparing food - Mexican Near Me - Chino, California

Good was excellent. Went for the Al pastor, great flavor. Service was quick. The place was well lit and like the decor.

My third time eating at this restaurant and food has not disappoint. Their food tastes good and fresh and their portion sizes are big! They have great prices for all the food you get! I've recommend the tripa tacos, the breaded shrimp plate and carne asada fries! But in general all their food is made fresh and has good flavor! Their staff and service is fast and friendly! read more

La Carreta de Don Jose - Carne Asada Fries - Mexican Near Me - Chino, California

This place is great if you are looking for tacos fast! there is a guy that grills out front and he has a system to making tacos very efficiently. I was also amazed at how great the tacos tasted. there are not many places I know that make tripa which makes this place better as well. read more

See all

This place was recommended for great street tacos so we made a trip there. The tacos are fine. Service was quick.

Our go-to street tacos in the local Chino area for dinner and late night taco cravings! Favorite pick is the Pastor with salsa verde, grilled onions and jalapeño. Packed with flavor and hands down the best!! Need I say more! read more

La Carreta de Don Jose - The best street tacos this side of Chino! - Mexican Near Me - Chino, California

Hoy me di la oportunidad de ir a la taquería la carreta de San José, me pedí unos tacos de pescado están deliciosos. Se lo recomiendo el servicio la calidad de la comida está muy buena, se lo recomiendo. read more

Love the carne asada burritos and tacos el governador. Very welcoming. Very friendly. Highly recommend.

We have been going to this place for a while and the tacos never seem to disappoint. They load them with meat and they are really good. I highly recommended this place for tacos. We still have not tried anything else but all their menu seems delicious read more

This has been our favorite taco place for years! Idk why I'm barely reviewing but we tried many taco spots in the area, and this is our favorite! The people who work here are very nice, there is limited seating but if u just want tacos stand n eat lol. The only thing we see changing is the Taco man who man's the cart. But food is the same. Prices have gone up but that's normal now. We have tried other food like the menudo, chilaquiles, wet burrito (SPICY) and mulitas. All soooo good. Even our picky kids love em. Definitely worth a try. And don't worry if u don't see the taco man outside, u walk in and he's there inside read more

See all

Best food in chino for sure the tacos are great and the customer service is superb. Their salsas are really good too. I'm surprised there isn't a line wrapped around the parking complex. read more

Great food and good vibes. Everyone is very welcoming and accommodate to our special requests!

Been going to the arco next door for a few years and seen this place every time.. today was the first time I went.. I do t usually come back to Mexican food restaurants because they are always using canned sauces or beans. Nope not this place.a little hiccup with the menu but the woman explained with a friendly attitude, apologies were given and were greatly appreciated. Place is a bit small but relaxing. And the tacos cooking on the out door cart n front to the door was super inviting. read more

Hands down best tacos in Chino! Asada, pastor, pollo, chorizo street tacos are amazing. Also killer chilaquiles and bistek plates.

Absolutely amazing! They catered by birthday and the tacos were a hit! Best tacos around! Friendly, on time, and amazing service. Highly recommended! read more

Love the late night taco stand outside the business. The tacos are delicious and always make a great late night snack.

PLEASE have your taco guy wear gloves. Your food is delicious and I will come back and give you 5 stars but please is not just wearing a mask. He's touching all the food and that's plainly nasty and unsanitary. Not to also mention that we're on a pandemic. THANK YOU read more

La Carreta de Don Jose - Mexican Near Me - Chino, California