We gave Jalapenos a whirl during a quick stop in Sandpoint. The restaurant is big, colorful and…read morefriendly. They've been in this spot for twenty years so you know something good is happening. The booth was plenty roomy, a must for a wide load like me. The service was prompt and friendly. They brought the biggest basket of chips I've ever seen in my seventy-years of Mexican dining! I enjoyed a nicely made margarita while munching on that giant basket. My wife ordered the carnitas plate and I had my usual cheese enchiladas. The plates were huge and delicious. Every aspect of our visit was pleasant and satisfying. There is no doubt we will return!

This restaurant was so beautifully decorated inside. The food was Incredible,portions are huge !…read moreThe waitress was very personable. I absolutely will come back it's the best Mexican food I've had in years !!

Food is the best Mexican food in the area! Service was great, beer was cold and the waitress was…read morevery friendly and knowledgeable about the food. Chips and salsa were excellent too along with the restaurant being very clean! Ambiance was attractive and the restaurant was quiet, not overly loud so you could have a pleasant conversation with others at your table without having to yell over the noise like some other restaurants if visited! Over all a great place to have an authentic Mexican cuisine!

The food and drinks were awesome and great service! Next time we are in pondera we will be backread more

I have always had great burritos at Joel's. and super…read moreservice. For out of towners that expect "full service"...try somewhere else... A satisfied and happy, local....

This might be the best kept little secret in downtown Sandpoint. Located conveniently next to the…read morebig public parking lot on Church Street, Joel's offers a good range of delicious burritos and other goodies. So far, all I've tried is their California Burrito, which is quite tasty, and not as greasy as CBs I've had elsewhere. Everything feels and tastes fresher in their burritos, where you get a definite crunch from included veggies like tomatoes and lettuce. Their asada is very tender and has a pot roast kind of flavor to it. And the burritos are enormous. My wife and I split the burrito and it was all I could do to finish my half. My son ordered a plate of arroz con pollo (all about the basics, this kid) and gave it two very enthusiastic thumbs up. They offer a walk up service counter with seating primarily in the outdoor spaces in front of and beside the building. The covered seating area was under maintenance or repair when we went, so you might grab your grub to go if it's raining or snowing. I forgot to see if they do any specialty drinks like Jamaica or horchata, but they absolutely have a self serve soda fountain with Dr. Pepper on tap which, when I think about it, is all I really need to know. We've technically been twice now, and would have gone a third time last night (Wednesday) but they were closed, so wifey and I went to Joe's Philly Cheese Steak place down the street instead (sorry, Joel). To out myself as one o' them $#*%ing Californians, this place was very much a taste of home, and it's nice to know it's nearby when those burrito cravings hit all at once. As stated in the opening, this place is right next to a big, FREE public parking lot and perhaps brisk walking distance to City Beach, the Cedar Street Bridge (shopping) and the Sandpoint Farmers Market (when it's going, anyway). Prices are about what one would expect for a roughly 2lb serving of burrito awesomeness, $12-$15 on average. Definitely recommended if you're in the mood for something fast, fresh and tasty.

Pork belly tacos, chicken fried steak, and passion fruit margaritas were off the hook! Loved the…read morefood and fabulous service!!! Thanks Colleen!!!

STILL AMAZING!! EVERY SINGLE TIME!…read more This time we got a drink before being seated and Robi made a DELICIOUS Paper Plane cocktail! She is great! We ALWAYS get the pork belly (SOOO GOOD) and this time I tried the Chicken Fried Steak. That was really good! My go-to is the Brisket Burrito, but that Chicken Fried steak was good. The seasoning and sauce is not your typical "breakfast" style. It's got a Mexican twist to it which is great! Dessert never disappoints! Neither does the atmosphere and the people! (thanks Robi!) Yes it's a smaller place, but SOOO worth it! TIP: Use the "wait list" option for Nadine's in Yelp!

The service here was amazingly quick for our party of seven. At first, I thought for sure they must…read morehave accidentally brought us someone else's food! The food itself was great, and the prices were quite reasonable. The only slight knock is that the staff were not especially friendly. Not rude by any means, and they were responsive to requests, but it wasn't exactly service with a smile. That's fine, though; not worth deducting a star over.

Place is great. Service was fantastic and the food was authentic. Very good Pollo en Mole.read more

Great food! The owner is so friendly and efficient! We love coming here when we are out on a…read moremotorcycle ride.. ambiance is fun and authentic. Great Margaritas

Absolutely excellent service from everyone, flavorful entrees, salsa was spicy but real good!…read moreeverything was great! so thankful for a yummy meal! My husband got the carne asada burrito and I got the fajita burrito with a request of no beans inside and added cheese .. it was delicious! thank you so much God bless you all!

My favorite restaurant hands down. The service is always friendly, cheerful, & speedy. But it's the…read morefood that keeps me coming back. Generous portions with flavors that pop! I'm a lifelong Mexican food lover & even after many TX, AZ, NM, CA experiences I rank this among the top of them all. The family staff & hometown atmosphere make it even more comfortable. Colorful patio flowers & Mexican handcrafted tables, booths, & artwork create a a lively atmosphere. I've tried many menu options over the years & never been disappointed with any of them.

Love it. Many years now. Excellent food & service. Dinners…read moreare our favorites. So many flavors & good portions. Close to home!

I CANNOT believe this food truck is still open--it's absolutely unacceptable, INEXCUSABLE…read more.. ENTIRELY UNETHICAL........how much money I spend here!!! Their tacos are UNREASONABLY delicious--they should be OUTLAWED... it's a CRIME! I work in Ponderay, and as soon as I sit down in my lonely office chair at 8am, I feel the cravings begin, and I begin counting down the minutes until they open... I CANNOT HELP but order their tacos multiple times a week. There must be some kind of addictive property to these--it must be the OUTRAGEOUSLY flavorful spicy salsa?!! Someone needs to do something about this!!! Where is the policia?! STAY FAR, FAR AWAY...I have already been forced to take out loans to feed my taco habit. I have lost everything that matters to me--my children, my partner, my home... All of it to the tacos. If you value your financial stability, care about your family, (or your waistline,) STAY AWAY. These tacos will haunt you--call for you--seduce you. I am but a hollow shell of the person I once was...and all I can do now is fill the emptiness with tacos. My coworkers whisper about my taco habit behind my back. I hear the snickers, the judgment... They just don't understand. They don't know these tacos like I do. I've had to start telling them I'm "going to a meeting," which isn't technically a lie... I meet the Taco Temptress in the food court parking lot. I am forced to devour her sins alone in my car... tears (and lime juice) stream down my face. I am at the end of myself. I've given my life to these tacos--I can't go back now. I have been baptized in salsa. You can find me in the monastery, praying to the Patron Saint of Street Meat-- Locos Kitchen. 5/5. Would ruin my life again.

The food here is outstanding! I haven't had anything that I didn't love! Also the tortillas here…read moreare truly something special, best tortillas in town, hands down. Not only is the food delicious but the service is amazing, always friendly and they really make you feel like part of the family.

Very friendly and attentive. The best Mexican food in the area, free chips and salsa with every…read moremeal :)

A busy restaurant in a small town. Friendly wait staff and made you feel like family. Restaurant…read morewas clean despite the number of people being served. See photos and menu photos. Typical Mexican /American restaurant with large portions. If they serve you your plate with cheddar cheese and/or sour cream, it's not authentic Mexican food regardless if they say its authentic. I asked for hotter salsa and was rewarded with a bowl that had a nice bite to it. It was a little warm but not terribly hot. (I like my stuff really hot, like on the 50k Scoville scale level.). So, for timid hot sauce eaters, this may be beyond your comfort level. Suck on a lime while eating this salsa. Would I make this a destination place to go to? No. If passing through the town and had to have Mexican? Maybe.