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    La Carreta De Don Jose

    4.3 (30 reviews)
    InexpensiveStreet Vendors, Mexican

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    What's the vibe?
    Moderate noise
    Good for kids
    Outdoor seating
    Good for groups

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    They must sprinkle holy water on every queso taco because every bite taste like heaven.
    David M.

    Bruh! These Queso Tacos are SOOO GOOD!!!!! I'm buying 10-15 for the fam every time I go. ($3/each)

    Derrick B.

    Hands down the best local taco truck. Every time I go I've never been disappointed and I've been coming here for years. Their asada is so tender it melts in your mouth. The pastor is also really good here. I will continue to come here as long as they are in business.

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    Lorelyn P.

    Quickly stopped by to check out the hype. Picked up a carne asada taco and an al pastor taco. I have to say that they're pretty tasty! Definitely coming back to try it again. It all depends if they're consistent. Cute little trailer, glad they have dogs out to help me locate them. Watch out because it's pretty busy with the recycling center

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    Sergio S.

    Great food! Truck has changed from the last time I've been here. Price of tacos are 1.50 , have many other typical food truck food as well . Will be coming back again soon!

    Quang N.

    My girlfriend and I absolutely love this place! The tacos are only $1 and they always satisfy our taco cravings. I love the pork while my gf loves the steak tacos. The tortas are good as well. I would stay away from the burritos unless you cant fulfill your burrito cravings else where. You cannot beat the $1 tacos here. where else can you get 3 good tacos for $3?? The guys in the cart are nice people and there's even a van selling bootleg dvds parked next to it! Don't expect the best tacos you've even had. Don't expect too much as this is a cart that sells tacos. But as long as you keep these things in mind, you wont be disappointed with the tacos. $1 tacos! who could complain? and here's a tip : when he asks "for here or to go?" take it "for here" and if you want it to go....still get it "for here" and ask for the foil wrapped over the plate, otherwise they will wrap your tacos like fat egg rolls.

    Rolando B.

    This is probably one of the best taco trucks that you can go to in the East Bay, literally the last of the Mohicans. I've been coming to the same taco truck for about 17 years. That used to be over by Mexico super on Mission Boulevard. So if you're ever in the area I would definitely recommend checking this place out!!!

    Joel L.

    This is the best taco truck in the eastbay . I'm been eating these tacos since I was in high school back when they used to be on mission blvd by Mexico super back in 1999. I was sad when they had to move cuz of the smiling jacks pizza place hated on them cuz la India was making more money than them . Anyways when I found them again I was happy . I drive by them everytime im headed to work so when i have a craving i just go .Man . I hungry right now just writing this review . I always get the pastor tacos with everything . I want tacos now !!!!

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    My favorite carrots ever! Love their tacos and tortillas. Just made to perfection everytime!

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    Bomb ass food great prices great people and great and quiet environment don't hesitate on going just do it

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    Love this taco truck been a customer since I was 5 and they were on mission. Never fails to disappoint me, the tortas, tacos are soooo bomb

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    Good food, good staff, good seats, good clean bathrooms, decorative sinks, great outdoor tables to sit on, they cater as well.

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    I have tried a few other local places for asada tacos, while they are tasty, nothing comes remotely close to La India.

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    The Mexican Restaurant and Bar

    The Mexican Restaurant and Bar

    3.4
    (845 reviews)
    3.0 mi
    $$

    The service was great, and the food is very filling and the environment is very chill…read more The cocktail menu looked very refreshing. We decided to take it easy and ordered a Coke & Shirley temple. Appetizers- You have to order the wings. I decided to order the sauce on the side since my partner doesn't do spice all that much but just the wings alone.. WOW. Those were rich & tasty. The food was delicious. Next time, I'll have to order some salsa for my main dish since I forgot to ask since I do like some heat on my dish. Besides that, I'd come back here again. Alambre & Chimichangas perfectly cooked

    This review is only for the small banquet room in the back, behind the bar. Our group had a…read morefundraiser event recently and there were about 50 people that attended. I can't say enough good things about the staff that took care of us. Jessica, Pepe, and the manager Luis ensured that our event ran smoothly. Jessica took care of our drink orders and Pepe made sure the food Buffett was regularly replenished. Both of them constantly cleaned up around the cocktail tables, ensuring that the area stayed presentable throughout the event. The Mexican always has great pricing on drinks so the guests enjoyed a variety of them. The food was delish and everything served was not only pretty to look at but also tasty. They also let us use their mic and speaker system, which I think is a plus. All in all we loved having our event at the Mexican and would recommend this venue to anyone wanting to host an intimate event.

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    Ambiance
    Wet Burrito
    Wet Burrito
    The chips and salsa and beans ooweee! You can see how fresh and crispy they are in the pic!

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    The chips and salsa and beans ooweee! You can see how fresh and crispy they are in the pic!
    Taqueria Familiar

    Taqueria Familiar

    4.7
    (80 reviews)
    2.9 mi
    $$

    Breakfast Chorizo Burrito is not on the Menu but you can ask for it. The tortilla is soft. The…read morefillings inside the burrito are refried beans, Chorizo & Eggs, potatoes and cheese. It was soo good. The table salsas were super bomb too! They compliment their food soo well. They have 3 Salsas. A Red Smokey salsa Spicy Orange Salsa medium not spicy Salsa Verde not spicy but yummy. The service is good but not too fast. They are mainly a sit down spot tucked off with parking in the back. Plenty. The decor inside is simple but bright and fun. They do not allow outside drinks which is cool because they offer Jamaica and other beverages.

    Browsed through a bunch of Reddit posts, stating this was the best taqueria in Hayward…read more FYI, It was soooo hard finding this location with Google Maps and not being a Hayward local. We went in circles... the turns are short. ***does not allow outside food or drink inside (unless it's for health reasons)*** FOOD: Ordered 5 tacos at $3.95 per taco, no matter what the meat is. Lots of meat. Lots of onions and cilantro. Lots of lime slices provided. Radishes provided...wished there was more. Surprised there wasn't any jalapeños provided. Ordering takeout, they immediately provided all types of salsas without asking. SERVICE: Takeout orders didn't have much service. Directly handed the bag of food. VIBEZ: Mainly males and construction workers. Casual. Fast dining. Standard taqueria vibes. Located on their own grounds with parking in the rear (may be a tight squeeze and complicated especially during peak times). Would I come back? I want to try their burrito. :)

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    Inside restaurant
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    TACOOO and FRIEEEESS
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    Porque No? Tacos

    Porque No? Tacos

    4.5
    (826 reviews)
    6.7 mi
    $$

    Was looking for a taco spot after an event in San Jose. I could've stayed in San Jose but the rain…read morewas super heavy and I wanted to go somewhere closer to home. Not a lot of taco spots are open late at 10p but I saw that PNT was open. My family and I pulled into the driveway and were confused because it looked and sounded like a bar. There were a few people standing outside and I asked if this was a bar or restaurant and the gentleman said it's a restaurant. We walk in and got some stares because it was late and we had kids. Didn't matter to us. Everything on the menu sounded delish and they had al day breakfast items. We ended up going with the following: 1. Chicken sandwich- 10/10 my teen loved this. It was a crispy thinly sliced chicken breast with all the fixings, and pressed to perfection. 2. Chicken Caesar salad - 10/10 the lettuce was Romain, tossed in Caesar dressing and parm, with grilled chicken filet. 3. 4 tacos de asada - 10/10 yummy chopped steak, seasoned and grilled to perfection. I'm not sure if the evening chef cooks better or maybe we were starving, but the food was great! Ambience at the time was pretty loud but I figure it's because people hanging out in the bar area. Definitely will be back.

    ‼Absolutely horrible tasting food that is ridiculously over priced oh my god. NOT WORTH MY $44 !…read more I got these food items: Asada tacos- 1/2 of the taco meat was just big oily chunks of fat, I spat it out immediately. Rest of it was tolerable to chew. Tortilla was dry and oily. Al Pastor tacos- bland meat with a lingering dry pepper aftertaste that makes the meat taste old. Took one bite and was immediately repulsed. Chips and dip (guac and salsa)- chips are oily and hard to chew. Guac was bland, no garlic or cut tomato. Salsa was a viscous sludge in a small tub, had the same pepper taste as the Al Pastor. Horchata drink- too much cinnamon and saw multiple lidded to go cups of this already made in the fridge behind the register, no expiration dates on them. ALSO PLEASE UPDATE THE PRICES ON YOUR MENU, I was charged $11.95 for the chips and dip but the menu says "house chips and guac $9.50" ... how is salsa $2.45? Only positive thing I would mention is that the free tiny salsa, slice of lime, sliced radish, and pickled jalapeño and carrot was nice of them. Wish the pickled veggies didn't drip vinegar all over the bag (it was wrapped in tin foil). Never been here before and never coming back again.

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    Frank's bar seating
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    Chilaquiles with Al Pastor
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    Beer and a shot of whisky (Franks)
    Casa Del Toro

    Casa Del Toro

    4.2
    (554 reviews)
    3.5 mi
    $$$

    A friend recommended this restaurant…read more We arrived at 11:30am on a Wednesday and were seating immediately. Our party of 3 ordered a Charcuterie Board and Ceviche Trio to share. For our entrees, we ordered the Argentinian Skirt Steak accompanied with Frites, Sautéed Greens, Fries and Chimichurri Sauce -- and the Mezcal Glazed King Salmon with Cashew Relish, Purple Potato Puree (so interesting!), Shaved Brussels Sprouts, and Chipotle Butter Sauce. Food was fantastic -- straight to the point and with boldness from the Latin influence. The ambiance aims for a higher end dining experience, and there is a full bar with additional seating. Must be a local favorite for Happy Hour and dinner. Jonathan was our server -- shout out to him for his efficiency, attentiveness, and professionalism. He responded at every interaction with enthusiasm and a smile. Would definitely return.

    Been recommended this place lots of times, so glad I finally decided to try it! Fiance and I did a…read morelittle date night here and it did not disappoint. They were busy, but the staff accommodated us last minute which was so nice. Drinks were fantastic, the bartenders love what they do and it shows. The food was sooo good. We ordered some appetizers and the pasta and the short ribs for mains, all were fantastic dishes. The short ribs were my favorite though, seasoned well and the cilantro mashed potatoes it came with were EVERYTHING. I'd come back for a side of those alone. The pasta was a little dry and could have used more sauce, which is why I knocked them down a star. We'll definitely be back to try other dishes!

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    4/25/25 FYI. Bar
    4/25/25 FYI. Bar
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    Juicy pork belly
    4/25/25 FYI. Exterior. Outdoor seating.

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    4/25/25 FYI. Exterior. Outdoor seating.

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