I struggled with this one. 3 stars was my thought initially upon tasting their food, but as the evening went on, the lack of service kept bringing it down. By the time I left, I realized that I would NOT recommend this restaurant to anyone I know which meant that 3 stars wasn't warranted... and since it wasn't completely disgusting, 1 star is unfair... So 2 stars it is. We were seated promptly, menus were brought over as well as water & chips n salsa. Orders taken shortly thereafter. It took awhile for our order, and then... The food arrived in stages such that our fajitas sat on the table ALONE for about 3 minutes waiting for the included side items (beans, rice, sour cream, guac), and then ANOTHER 2 minutes waiting for the tortillas. That is UNacCEPTable when you can't really begin eating fajitas without the tortillas! Also, they will NOT stop by to see if you need anything! Don't bother waiting for that, instead you must loudly flag someone down or walk to the cashier counter to ask for basic things like napkins, silverware, hot sauce or salsa, water fill up, a box for leftovers, etc... after boxing up our food, we even had to go up and ask for our check!! And expect that when you DO go ask the cashier-lady (who's not doing much), even though she is standing within arm's reach of the items you need (napkins, box), she will still yell over to the busiest worker there & ask HER to get it for you! Real cute. Finally, the difference in cost for the duo (chicken, steak) fajitas VS. the combo (chicken, steak, shrimp) was about $3... and we counted THREE shrimp on top!! So like $1 per shrimp, wow. read more

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I love this little restaurant and the friendly staff. This is my go-to spot when I'm not feeling up to cooking dinner. My favorite dishes are the Spicy Chicken Soup (I order it with extra vegetables and cilantro), whole fried Pescado and their special Goat Meat dish. In particular the Spicy Chicken Soup is my go-to meal if I'm not feeling well. I highly recommend it. read more

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This is the best Mexican restaurant in martinez. The chimichangas are so good, and so is everything else they have, even the salsa is better than anywhere else. All the employees are so nice too. This place is always my first choice when I'm craving Mexican food read more

If you like a rice burrito with dry "Chile Verde" for $11 come here. Enchiladas are slop. I feel ripped off. And my Mexican wife feels like she's gonna be sick tonight. read more

La Primavera Restaurant - El Grande. More like Big Rice burrito - Mexican Near Me - Martinez, California

From beginning to end the food here was Amazing! The chips and salsa where perfect. The salsa cones either spicy or mild, I tried both and both were great. The spicy came on steady and stayed on. And the mild was a perfect combination of sweet and spicy that made me want to put it in a cup and drink it. I ordered a "small" burrito, which was the size of my head (yes I have a big head) and it was only $5.25. Plus the service was great and friendly, saying hi when I got there and bye when I left. All in all I recommend this place to anyone and everyone who even remotely likes Mexican food, which if you live in California better be you. read more

La Primavera Restaurant - Mexican Near Me - Martinez, California

I love this place. I have only come here twice and both times I sat at the counter and ordered the pozole. The people working there are super nice. The soup and the corn tortillas are fantastic.. perfect comfort food pairing with all this rain. read more

Delicious Mexican food with a friendly staff. There is a parking lot which is helpful in a busy area. If you order your hot sauce hot they know how to do it right. read more

This little restaurant is fantastic! Everything from the tasty salsa and chips to the handmade corn tortillas for the grilled shrimp tacos. The enchiladas are very good, too. The menu is extensive starting with breakfast. One of my favorite restaurants. read more

I. Trying to like this Place but after 3 times I give up slow service and food was No't what I specte I even tried the michelada and not good ...I'm done here read more

I was Craving a Mexican breakfast with the boy. Yelp found La Primavera. The service was great! The food was amazing! I had huevos rancheros, rice, beans a side of bacon and a Pacifico. There homemade tortillas were the bomb! Can't wait to try lunch!! read more

I will start off with a five star review because they're open for New Year's Day. My husband and I have this tradition where we eat Mexican Menudo for New Year's Day. I searched through Yelp and called numerous taquerias and most of them were closed for the holidays. Luckily, we found La Primavera. They have their own parking spaces and they were quite busy, which meant great. We got a booth table right away and placed our orders. Their chips and salsa were good. Knowing me, I prefer to buy my chips because I like them a lot and I didn't want strange looks from the server which I obviously got when I requested for a refill. Understandable since it was free, but seriously, I would've paid just not to get those weird looks. Anyway, we got our Menudo bowls and minutes passed, we didn't get all the condiments for it. Respectfully, we flagged our server and asked. She gave some, but not all. We had to flag her again. She gave the complete condiments and stormed away without asking if we needed more stuff which we did. So had to flag her again. It was like the dance with the sugar plum fairies, but mostly Mouse King look-alikes. Don't get me wrong. I love their food. The spiciness can improve, but service needs more work. I need to learn more Spanish so we don't miscommunicate. So, that's why ended up with three stars. We will definitely come back to try their other dishes. read more

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This place is a staple in Martinez and had been a godsend for us during COVID. We order weekly! Everything we get has been the best quality and delicious. I love a good pozole but I have been dissatisfied with other restaurants and just make it myself. Today I decided to take a chance and I am so happy I did! It was excellent! I ended up also eating the remainder of my kids bean and cheese burrito and it was sooooo good. They have their refried beans on lock! They have a great breakfast menu as well. I can assure you that you will not be dissatisfied with anything you order here. Thank you La Primavera. Please don't let the Non-tipping Karen's in the other reviews take your eyes off the prize! Or the ones complaining about soggy catering orders. They most likely picked them up late. read more

I had the most disappointing lunch here. I have never eaten in a Mexican restaurant before where I absolutely did not like anything that we ordered. The guacamole was whipped, or pureed, and seemed to be without any flavor other than old citrus. The beans were lifeless, and over cooked without any flavor. The supposedly fresh tortillas had been steamed and were wet and soggy. My huevos rancheros were almost tasteless. I am not sure what they did to the sauce to remove all the flavor. I was anticipating all the flavors of fresh chilis, cilantro, tomato, and onions. Even the two salsas they brought us, were bad. Nothing tasted fresh. My husband dutifully ate his pozole, but it did not look or taste like the wonderful bowls of pozole that we have eaten in Southern California. Isn't there any good, fresh tasting Mexican food in a sit down restaurant in the East Bay? read more

Amazing dining experience. The best authentic Mexican pollo con arroz in Martinez. Great food, friendly staff and wonderful atmosphere. Step inside and see the mural of La Primavera, Mexico! read more

La Primavera Restaurant - Pollo con arroz with black beans - Mexican Near Me - Martinez, California

Delicious every time! Their chicken soup tastes like grandmas... so good! Love the shrimp diablo and grilled shrimp too! read more

We eat here a lot and I really enjoy their posole. This time we got take out and that can always be iffy. First of all, we ordered some drinks and didn't get them. Kinda my fault, because I didn't realize it till I got home, but I wasn't going back. Also, we got two crunchy taco dinners and since it was take out, by the time I got home, they were pretty soggy. This place is great though. Service is a little slow but the food is good. Just be careful when ordering take out. read more

Realized I've never left a review .. unacceptable. This place is amazing! Come here often for a random date night, breakfast burritos are SOLID if you wfh or for weekends. Always consistent, great food and service. read more

I have to update my review because I enjoy this restaurant so much! The customer service is AWESOME and the food is consistently delicious. I try to eat at La Primavera once a week, I'm hooked on their grilled shrimp. Generous portions of deliciousness! read more

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I'm a bit of a picky git when it comes to breakfast burritos. You wouldn't believe how many I've tried and how rare it is to come by a place that has both hash browns and proper refried beans. This is such a place. I can't comment on any other menu items, nor did I pay much attention to my surrounds while desperately waiting for my burrito, but the price was extremely fare (as was the young woman who served me) I even got one to go so my fiancé could experience pure ecstasy (something I am inadequate to provide) anywayy I will be frequenting this establishment and next time I'll see if they have queso fresco to add to the burrito. You'll know if they do because there will be a report on the local news of a mans head exploding while enjoying breakfast. read more

If your in Martinez area and you are hungry for some real authentic Mexican food than look no further. This place has it all. Great customer service with a smile. Be on the look out for their Taco truck too. If you're in the go then stop by and grab a burrito or a few tacos. You'll love them. I guarantee. I will be bringing my family back sooner than later. read more

Fancy, no. Think of it as a 60's Mexican dinner. Good food with friendly, efficient and accommodating staff. Modestly priced menu. It has become our regular for us. read more

Great place! The place is nestled around the corner from the county buildings. They are very friendly and helpful when it comes to the menu items. They get busy so call it in or be prepared to wait. They do have the games on for you to watch and eat at bar or have a drink while waiting for your food. Parking is limited during business hours, however after the other stores close I'm sure you will be okay. Try the Chile burrito lots of cheese and wet so taste great read more

My husband and I was recommended La Primavera. We decided to try it and it was so good. The waitresses was all so nice and friendly. The restaurant was very clean. We definitely will go back when we're ready for more Mexican food. read more

The first time I ever came here was when I was sick, prior to COVID-19. My husband picked me up the hot chicken soup. I was told this soup will make you better, it worked. I was only down for 2 days and the soup cleared my sinuses and head. I recommend it to anyone feeling sluggesh. read more

Always one of our favorites! Carnitas are to die for..only downfall, homemade crunchy taco shells would be a much nicer touch! Otherwise, we're always pleased! read more

La Primavera Restaurant - Mexican Near Me - Martinez, California

Diced Bell peppers on a salsa verde? Give me a break!! Please stick with the original recipe!

Had lunch with friends. First time eating here Will definitely be back !! The salsa was so good waitress was amazing and helpful !! I had enchilada lunch special BUT next time chicken taco salad It had tons of white chicken breast and the most awesome tortilla fried bowl I will be back !!!! read more

I got to this restaurant every time I come to Martinez. The fiod is always always always really good. Homemade tortillas!!! Crazy good. Service is always very nice and quick. I was wish I came to Martinez more often. Try the caldo de res (beef soup) my favorite item of the menu. read more

Everything I have eaten here has been delicious. The Camarones a la Diablo is amazing! If you don't like taking the tails off in the sauce - you can request to have the tails removed, it's less messy that way for me. The Rojo Chilaquiles for Breakfast is really good, it is mild and flavorful. The special shrimp (wrapped in bacon with some special sauce) is outstanding. I would give this place 5 stars if they had better service. When you do get service it is friendly, just lacking follow up/checking on you. read more

Love love love this place!! Best authentic Mexican food around for miles!!! Great service, beautiful ambience and not too expensive.

Best menudo around. I have gone soo many places looking for good menudo and this is the only place that does it right. Paired with some tacos and all is well. read more

Still the best and my #1 go to spot for legit mexicano in Contra Costa County. This holiday season I was reminded why. Our friends visiting from NYC crave mexican when they visit and we knew we had to take them to Primavera. It definitely hit the spot. My new go to is the Caldo Tlapeno - spicy chicken soup. It's perfectly spicy and comforting during the winter season. I also order a side quesadilla because that salty cheese is just undeniable. They are always super sweet and welcoming when we walk into Primavera. Keep me coming back from Pleasant Hill every time. read more

Great find during jury duty. I'll definitely come back even when there is no jury duty! Chili Verde was tender, great flavor and fresh corn tortillas. Yum! read more

Love their burritos! I've been coming here for the past couple of years, it's always busy, lots of families come here to eat especially on weekends, the food is absolutely delicious, fast service, pleasant staff. I love this place! read more

La Primavera Restaurant - Mexican Near Me - Martinez, California

Very good. Was looking for a Mexican Restaurant in the area that was close to SF Mexican food. Service was great and food on point.

Food was delicious! I ordered the Chile Relleno dinner, served with handmade corn tortillas or flour tortillas. Definitely going back

This is probably one of the worst Mexican food restaurants I have ever eaten at. The service was horrible. The food came out one person at a time. I received mine about 10 minutes after everyone else. The food was extremely bland. I will not be back. I don't see how it's a 4 star. Very disappointed. read more

We typically ate at or ordered take out from Cinco De Mayo, but La Primavera has it going on !! We ate there the other night with some good friends of ours . Super good food and 2 or 5 's !! Highly recommend " La Primavera " !! read more

Ordered caldo de Pollo and a michelada. Seen my bowl sitting at the counter. For 5 minutes before they served me my soup. Smh read more

La Primavera Restaurant - Water and chicken. Come on now smh - Mexican Near Me - Martinez, California

One of the few places I can honestly consider myself a "regular" at, although on a inconsistent basis, and that is exactly how I would characterize the food at La Primavera - inconsistent. My standard order there is the Chicken Mole - the staple of any true Mexican restaurant. On some days, the sauce and chicken are a heavenly concoction of spices, unsweetened chocolate, and flavors - worthy of a five-star rating (which I don't award lightly). And then, on other days, it is reminiscent of brown gravy and wiry, dry chicken - hardly worth the bother. Now, like many businesses struggling through this fiscal mess called "The Great Recession", I give some quarter for cost reductions and cutbacks on ingredients... But it is obvious to me that it is a problem found in the kitchen and not with the management. Nevertheless, the service is outstanding - with free chips and a choice of mild or spicy sauce produced on the premises daily, and the non-alcoholic beverages (iced tea for me) are refillable. It reminds me of the days of "hole in the wall" restaurants, and the beautiful wall murals that adorn the interior alone merit a visit. read more