24k burrito was gas... It def wasn't a typical burrito! rice was replaced w tater tots but so yum…read more Loved the garlic prawn! Quesabirria was yummy! loved all the fillings. Not the absolute best one l've had but still good taquitos were delicious!!! Chicken inside was so tender Guac was yummy! Wish it was a bit chunkier but that's just personal preference. The chips were rly good. Horchata was def my fav drink! Sooo good and I feel like alot of places make it so grainy Service was fantastic and great open space.

A little overhyped or maybe it's because I didn't want to spend $17.95 for the 24K California…read moreBurrito? Still, I think it's a solid spot for burritos and birria. I recommend ordering online because it's a literally a hole in the wall spot. There's no seating, so it's basically a grab and go type of place. I got the Suavecitto Burrito with Al Pastor and it made for a delicious meal. It's a pretty hefty burrito, so you'll definitely be stuffed if you eat it in one sitting. I also tried some of my friends' quesabirrias and they were pretty good as well. I would come back and maybe I'll try the 24K California Burrito if someone is willing to split it with me!

I've been coming here for the last 6-7 years for their super burritos, now $16 after tax. filled…read morewith avocado and the works they're Super filling and fresh, el palenque has been my favorite Mexican restaurant tucked away near downtown San Mateo. Their pollo, lengua and pastor have never been a miss.

I've been here a few times now, and it's become a pretty reliable spot when I'm craving a solid…read moreburrito fix. Most recently, I got their super al pastor burrito, and it definitely hit the spot. The al pastor was flavorful with a nice balance of savory and slightly sweet, and they didn't skimp on the portions. Everything was well-packed, and the ingredients came together nicely without getting soggy halfway through. I've also tried their carne asada in the past, which was good as well. Tender and well seasoned, though not the most standout I've had in the area. Still, definitely satisfying and consistent. Service is quick and straightforward, and the vibe is your typical no frills taqueria. Nothing fancy, but it gets the job done. Overall, a dependable go-to for burritos in San Mateo. Not mind blowing, but solid enough that I keep coming back.

We randomly came across Edi's truck on our way to see the new Spiderman movie. Service was super…read morefast, food came out super hot, and the portions are generous. We got the beef quesabirrias, 2 tacos and the ramen. All were super delicious! I especially loved the grilled onions with the tacos. Will definitely try to find Edi again! Highly recommend!

The food was fulfilling and on point. Youtube brought me here! I was hungry and in the mood for…read morecheese and carne. The cheese pull passed the test. That salsa de aceite, fire. It is a food trailer, they take cash, zelle, venmo. I ordered 3 plate of quesabirrias and 1 ramen, averaged right under 80$. It was a good night not windy, crowded. I got lucky with parking. Yes, its the red food box on 3rd, the menu was readable, looks clean and well maintained. Gracias por la cena!

I only found out about Taqueria El Chacho recently, but I've already been back twice. It has…read morequickly become one of my favorite taco spots. The service is outstanding. Everyone is welcoming, friendly, and makes you feel like a regular from the moment you get there. The food is incredible. It delivers an authentic experience with fresh ingredients and bold, flavorful food. I've ordered the al pastor both times, and it's been excellent each visit. The pollo and carne asada also look amazing, so I'll definitely be trying those next. The salsa is fresh and packed with flavor. If you're coming here for the first time, I highly recommend getting a burrito. You won't be disappointed. If you're looking for authentic Mexican food with great service and consistently delicious food, Taqueria El Chacho is absolutely worth a visit.

Finally tried this popular stand near Target. I got 4 tacos and an agua fresca. Felt expensive…read morebecause my total came out to be $26. The food is good but I'm not sure it's $4/taco good for a pop up stand. I tried the al pastor, lengua, and cabeza. The cabeza was my favorite of the bunch. The lengua was tender but bland. Al pastor was good but I expected a little more flavor?

I came here for the 4 for $11 taco deal and it did not disappoint!…read more It does get pretty loud inside, so I had a little trouble communicating my order at the counter. The guy who took my order was super sweet and patient! I went with 2 chicken asada and 2 carnitas. Chicken asada was easily my favorite. You see the workers chopping and cooking the food right in front of you. Carnitas were a little on the dry side, but I still enjoyed them. The volcano salsa is an absolute MUST when you come here. Nice kick and really elevated the tacos overall. They also give you a complimentary plate of chips, but I am not sure if they're unlimited or one plate per order. I'm shocked at the number of bad reviews because my experience was the complete opposite. Will definitely be coming back!

What happened to this place? It used to be really good, but unfortunately the quality and service…read morehave gone downhill. Everything was extremely salty the meat, the sauces, literally everything. It was hard to enjoy the food because the saltiness was overwhelming. The service was even more disappointing. I waited almost 40 minutes just to order three tacos. It also seemed like they were skipping numbers and serving people they knew first, which felt very unfair and unprofessional. I used to enjoy coming here, but after this experience, I'm very disappointed. Good food means nothing if the service is this frustrating, and the food definitely needs better seasoning not just more salt.

Maybe it's just cuz I'm drunk but the tacos here are really good. These are hefty tacos. Michelada…read moresalty. Nice way to end evening after visiting one of the DT San Mateo bars

What a hidden gem! We ended up coming back two days in a row because the food was so good and…read moreaffordable. We ordered the carne asada burrito and tacos. The carne asada has a delicious, crispy sear that adds great texture, and the taco tortillas are nicely toasted on the outside. Top it off with fresh, balanced salsas and very friendly service--we'll definitely be back again.

I'd come back purely for the spicy red/green salsas & the macha sauce…read more Ordered delivery so I can only speak on the food but the fajitas plate was pretty good overall. I bet the steak would be better fresh but the flavors of the beans, rice is timeless. The tortillas were nice & soft. Will come back for sure for some comida la fresca

I had some time to kill while waiting for dog to get groomed. Not a whole lot of breakfast burrito…read moreoptions in the area but here they open early enough. I was the first customer and it took awhile for the lady to see me from the kitchen. Ordered breakfast burrito at $11.99 and it was pretty filling/good. Nice portion and the chorizo and a nice crispiness to it. The tomatillo and orange salsas were great to add on. Street parking and small lot in the back.

Tiny Mexican restaurant with a big menu and delicious food. The guy who took our order also cooked…read moreour food, super nice guy. I ordered a 3 taco rice plate with rice and beans. Fish taco, crispy fish that's loaded with toppings. Lengua taco, smells and tastes great. Chicken, so perfect. I don't get excited over beans and rice usually, but their rice and beans were wonderful. Their complimentary chips and salsa were great as well. My eyes were definitely bigger than my stomach here. I love that they have so many options on their menu. I will come back to try their signature birra dishes.

All of the food is made fresh to order. Take a seat. Eat your chips and pick from a few salsa…read moreoptions. Then wait for the goodness! The meat was hot and flavorful and all of the ingredients were great. The vibe is super cool and friendly. Yes, it takes longer because they aren't just scooping from trays that have been out who knows how long. We got super burritos. I'm curious how big the jumbo ones are because they were big! Will definitely be back to try the breakfast quesadilla.

Good solid taqueria. Nothing fancy, off the beaten track basic Mexican food…read more I usually order to-go, and I appreciate their no-plastic environmentally packaging. Wish they always put wax paper between the food and the foil though (cheese belongs on the food, not the foil!). Also, when you order a small combination (as the menu above the counterclearly shows), they sometimes don't hear or understand the word "Small" and charge for the large. So you have to look at the price compared to the menu.

This is a casual Mexican place in downtown San Mateo. It's located slightly farther away from the…read morerest of downtown, so parking is sometimes easier to find around here. The restaurant has complementary chips and salsa, and serves a variety of classic Mexican food. My boyfriend really likes their giant carne asada burrito, while I like the quesadillas here. For $7.5, you can get a delicious medium sized shrimp quesadilla, what a steal.

Great selection of Mexican favorites with extras, all easily chosen from photographs behind the…read morecashier. Indoor/outdoor storefront, casual, friendly, good value. Freshly made salsa and guacamole are standouts. We shared enchiladas with black beans - terrific.

Solid place for any craving you might have. I got a burrito, veggie with rice beans, cheese, sour…read morecream, salsa, no bells and whistles. Super friendly sweet warm welcoming attentive service. It was not busy, just a few folks, and part of the party may have been the owners' family. I loved the service I got there, and their little salsa bar neat and clean with tortilla chips and pickled carrots onions and jalapenos. The burrito I won't werite home about, but was edible. It's tough to have a Mexican restaurant and or taqueria in San mateo, there's so many of them, the competition stiff. Because of the people running it, I hope they keep their livelihood going.