I'm a chef from NewYork just moved to Scranton and love Mexican food this had to be the worst I've…read moretried period. Bad service bad food they microwaved my chilaquiles ingredients were not fresh I will most certainly won't go back and don't recommend anyone else does either. You want good Mexican the store la mexicanita there is a resturant up stairs and is really good put some ny places to shame just pure authenticity. David Santoni

Great place! Went here with my Spanish club for a little Cinco de Mayo party and the food was…read moredelicious! The service was very friendly and kept the food coming! You walk in and it's a little Mexican market and you can order and has authentic mexican food and there is a little seating area next to it. The quesadias are very good and so are the burritos. I will definetly be going here again!

First let me say that I'm ashamed. I live a five minute walk away and have never tried Italo's…read more My only regret is that I waited so long. Our server was so sweet. She was there when we needed her, but wasn't overbearing. As my husband said....the only thing better than the service was the food. The chips and salsa are delicious. Just enough kick in the salsa to keep you going back for more. We ordered the carnitas burrito and the fried flautas. The burrito is as big as my head. And the taste? Everything was so delicious. I'm happy I have leftovers for lunch tomorrow. And maybe even a midnight snack tonight. Prices are fantastic for the quantity but more importantly the QUALITY of the meal. ¡Muy bien!

This restaurant is one of the best Mexican restaurants I've ever been to and I've been to the best…read more The staff is family, work like family, treats everyone like family, and just care about the guest experience. I'm actually headed back tonight with my wife. Very excited.

Service was attentive. The salsa was ok. But my food was delicious. I had the Simpaticp with h beef…read moreand chicken. The rico sauce was exactly that, RICO. It was creamy in the mouthfeel, sweet but just the right amount. The rice was a perfect companion amd the veggies were crisp amd delicious. My dining partner had the chicken bowl amd seemed to really enjoy it. The Tamale had great flavor. The masa was flavorful on its own so the sauce was just a nice addition not the whole flavor profile.

Alway good food fresh . Ambience is really cool . Bar area that you can grab a meal too outdoor…read morearea plenty of parking wait staff very attentive highly recommend

The smell walking in here was not good. It smelled like strong cleaning chemicals & stale food. We…read moreasked to sit outside. Outside our waiter greeted us and insisted we do the table side guac so we agreed. It was pretty average but not bad. My mom ordered shrimp tacos but didn't like it so she shared my burrito. It was big enough for 2-4 people to share one burrito. The portions are gigantic so I suggest sharing with your party. The waiter himself was ok. He was pushy & almost refused to serve me water. The first time I asked for just water and not a cocktail he brought cocktails for the table and for me nothing. He asked me again what I wanted to drink and again I asked for water & he finally brought it - so weird! I don't think I will be back. Between the strong chemical odor and the vibe our waiter gave off was enough to keep me away. Too bad because the food wasn't terrible.

Went with a party of seven for a birthday. Was seated right away (they don't take reservations),…read moreservice was great!! Get the table side guacamole. Food was excellent and fast . I had the Texas fajita really good. Highly recommend!!!!

We stopped here for lunch on a drive from Massachusetts to Ohio. There is both street parking and a…read moreparking lot. The restaurant is huge with a large bar and seating upstairs and downstairs. We ordered the half roasted chicken with French fries and a salad, combination fried rice, and Garlic Chicken. The chicken was cooked perfectly and came with delicious dipping sauces. The salad dressing was also very tasty! The fried rice was fantastic!! It was moist and had a delicious combination of spices. The sauce on the Garlic Chicken was also really good, and the dish was made with big pieces of moist chicken. While we elected not to have desserts, their flan and Dulce de leche cake looked delicious!

I usually really enjoy the food here but i was disappointed with my most recent order. My fries…read morewere burnt and the chicken was dry somehow. The chicken fried rice could've used a bit more sauce in my opinion but the naan was surprisingly really good. I ended up getting their tres leches cake and not gonna lie,,, it was not that good. The cream on top had NO flavor and the cinnamon tasted weird. On top of that the portion was so small i was flabbergasted. This place has gone downhill since it opened.

Wonderful fresh made burgers. The Argentine empanada was outstanding. Fries seasoned perfectly. We…read moregot desert empanadas to go. We'll be back.

Delicious and affordable for a big group! Everyone loved their meal. The waitress was so attentive…read moreand friendly. We had a large group and the restaurant can easily accommodate that. The food was fast to come out. One draw back, our table was near the speakers and the music, albeit fun and festive, was pretty loud. Made conversation more difficult. We would go back!

Came here when we stopped in Wilkes Barre enroute to our home in upstate New York. The decor is…read moregreat. You feel as though you are walking into a party. The Staff was warm and welcoming. I ordered a Mango Mohito - it was delicious. We also ordered a Guacamole for the table. A woman came out with the avocado's and all the ingredients and made fresh Guac to order for us. That was outstanding. The ubiquitous chips and soupy salsa on the table was just OK - though we did snack on it endlessly. Still, it didn't have texture, tang nor taste really. Just a somewhat soupy sauce. I ordered the taco salad with chicken and my husband had dual burritos with refried beans and rice. They were good entrees. They filled us up. The portions were generous. Were they the best Mexican food we've ever had? Not really, but it was good food and we enjoyed our meals. We'd go back to El Rey Azteca again if we found ourselves in Wilkes Barre. You will enjoy a meal there. (PS Another customer the evening we were there was raving about their Cuban sandwiches - we didn't try those. You might if you stop in there.)

The sever Kelton was amazing was very respectfully an was Attend it anytime we needed something he…read morewas there the food was ok keep up the amazing job keltion

I recently stumbled upon a hidden gem in Wilkes Barre that has forever changed my perception of…read moreLatin cuisine - a little cart that serves up the most mouthwatering arepas (not on the menu - $8 and it takes 8 minutes to make) and a wide array of Mexican delights. From the moment I took my first bite, I knew it was authentic. 99% of the customers are Hispanic, and you can also bring your beer and sip it while enjoying the food. They take credit card payments, and you can pay via apple pay, etc. This truck might not catch your eye at first glance, but believe me, it's a culinary treasure waiting to be discovered. These golden, crispy corn arepa pockets are filled with a variety of delectable ingredients that will make your taste buds dance with joy. Order only one because it's filing. The hot sauces that accompany the arepas are okay. Perhaps skip them. We had chicken arepas. They recently raised the price from $6 to $8 per arepa, and my Latin friends were not happy with the price increase but it does take 8 minutes to make them. Their menu features an extensive selection of tacos, burritos, and quesadillas (enough for two meals at $13 per quesadilla), all made with the freshest ingredients. Whether you opt for the succulent carne asada, the zesty al pastor, or the flavorful vegetarian options, you'll be treated to an explosion of flavors that will transport you straight to the streets of Mexico. While we were eating, several Mexican construction workers came for their dinner, as well as some white-non Hispanic patrons who came because the aroma of the food was amazing. Don't expect it to be a 5-star restaurant. As for the ambiance, it's a "hole in the wall." It's a place where the focus is entirely on the food, and that's exactly how it should be. If you're a fan of Latin and Mexican cuisine and find yourself in Wilkes Barre, you simply must try this place. And for those of you who don't speak Spanish, they speak fluent English.