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    La Morenita

    3.8 (171 reviews)
    ModerateMexican
    Closed 10:00 am - 8:00 pm

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    Good iced tea!!
    Kelly G.

    Small 15$ burrito with chewy meat and tomato driven sauce instead of chile. Flavors bland and chips were stale.

    Pollo con Crema
    Jordan H.

    Thank God they were open! We came to this restaurant after volunteering and it was one of the very few places open on Thanksgiving day. We were sat right away and the waitress was very kind! The inside was like most other Mexican restaurants as far as decor, nothing special that stood out but it was nice and comfortable. I don't know if I was just hungry but their chips and salsa was hitting the spot while we waited for our food. Our orders were taken quick, probably because they were closing in less than an hour. And our food took a little bit but I believe it was because it was a holiday and they were gunna close soon. I've had Molcajete from some other places and I will say their salsa is very tasty in theirs, I enjoyed it. My kids enjoyed their burrito and nachos, but my wife wasn't really feeling her Pollo con Crema. The only reason I didn't give 5 stars. Besides that we will definitely try this place again, they treated us great on a holiday!

    Gaby O.

    I traveled from Southern California after hearing exceptional reviews about La Morenita and it truly exceeded my expectations. From the moment I walked in, I was welcomed with warmth and professionalism. The atmosphere was inviting, cozy, and well-organized, making me feel right at home. The service and staff were outstanding--Jordan was amazing, very attentive to our needs and ensured our chips and dip were never empty. Every bite was worth the trip, and I can honestly say it's some of the best Mexican food Ive had. If you're anywhere nearby--or even if you're not--this place is absolutely worth the visit. Can't wait to come back!

    Beef burrito supreme
    Barry B.

    Traveled through for work and stopped in. Ordered the beef burrito supreme. Really good. Friendly service as well. I recommend.

    3 enchiladas dinner
    The Bottomless Pi T.

    I thought I reviewed La Morenita before, but I guess not. My friend and I came here for dinner. Once we sat down, a basket of chips with the regular red and cabbage salsa were placed in front of us. The chips were hot and fresh and the salsa was pretty good. I ordered the three pork enchiladas plate. You don't rice and beans compared with the two enchiladas plate, but you do get a guacamole garnish. I wished the blob of guacamole I received was larger, but it was tasty. The enchiladas were outstanding, the best I've had in a while. Service was friendly. The only confusing thing was Yelp said they closed at 10 pm, but they turned off the lights in the kitchen a little after 8 pm. When we walked outside we didn't see a sign with their hours.

    Camarones en crema verde
    Sara O.

    AMAZING!! From the salsa to the service, everything excellent! Food was 10/10!!! The Camarones en crema verde was FIRE!! I will definitely order this again!!! Not spicy at all. Beans and rice were great too. My son really liked his bacon wrapped shrimp. My husband got Chicken En su crema and he said it was the best he has ever had. We will be back!!!

    Cheese enchilada and chili relleno plate red and green sauce
    EB K.

    Always amazing food here. If you can spring it get the chili relleno burrito and add grilled chicken or shrimp. Wet with green and red sauce not sure which morenita is better Livingston or here. Both are worth the wait and the trip.

    Chilaquiles verdes con pollo

    Started tearing up when I took a bite of the chilaquiles... tastes exactly how mi mama made them. 100000% recommend Excelente servicio

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    The food is so good had chorizo eggs and potatoes.....great stuff luv that place....great service and completely remodeled looks really nice

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    Authentic Mexican food! And great service! Highly recommend have been coming for years

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    1 year ago

    Really good food. Definitely top 2 in Turlock. Ordered the pork enchiladas and they were great! Great service as well!

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    They are always closed. But the food is good when they open. They should be more consistent with their posted schedule

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    The service was good and the food was awesome! The restaurant it self was great as well.

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    3 years ago

    My absolute favorite Mexican restaurant on the area. I've tried quite a few others, but none compare to the flavors of La Morenita, Turlock.

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