Today I returned to the wonderful D'Poly Taco Grill and Beer in El Centro where my epic hiking…read moreexpedition ended in failure, disappointment, and embarrassment a few weeks ago. I intended to travel the entire 2,600-mile length of the Pacific Crest Trail, but my adventure unceremoniously ended in El Centro under a tree about 60 miles east of my starting point. The paramedics told me that hiking is not for everyone. After a desperate two weeks of hiking with little food and water through BLM land tracks, old service roads, and desert washes, as best I can recall, I finally set up camp in El Centro under a farmer's tree near his washing line. Soon after the farmer called the police about my campfire, the authorities and my ex-wife found me in a state of delerium hosting a tea party under a large avocado tree wearing the farmer's wife's plus size nightgown while serving "cups of chai tea" to a sizable pile of rotten avocados and a rusty shovel that I thought was "Jan" from those Toyota commercials. My first real meal after being found by the authorities and my ex-wife was at D'Poly Taco Grill and Beer. D'Poly was the perfect welcome back to civilization as it has a spectacular menu full of delicious Mexican cuisine like street tacos, flautas, sopes and empanadas. The Lineman burrito is my absolute favorite. And they have a wonderful breakfast menu! It's fast casual dining, but it has a sort of classic and moody vibe that gives off a more upscale feel. Love it! A wonderful place to break free of your delusions. My ex-wife tried to tell me that hiking is not for everyone. Thankfully, the paramedics found my emergency contact list and phoned my ex-wife who showed up and broke me out of my stupor by making me drop my emotional support avocado, taking me by the shoulders and shaking me vigorously while yelling "it's over, it's over!" Ironically, that was the same way she told me we were getting divorced. I'm not a quitter, so it takes a while for me to give up. I've since tried many items on the D'Poly menu and everything is exceptional, though I do avoid adding avocado. It's just too soon. Thank you D'Poly Taco Grill and Beer! Five stars.

We ordered California burritos to go, and they were really good. They provided plenty of napkins,…read moresauces, and lemons for us too. It took maybe 20 minutes after ordering on the phone to get our food. Added menu pics because their website is hard to navigate with all the adds and prices are wrong.

A few nights ago, I was driving to pick up a friend of mine at the bar, I got out to go find her in…read morethe restrooms she was already a bit intoxicated and needed help, I was helping her use the restroom and we were talking a bit, I noticed the music was off and realized the time, since I didn't hear anyone, I decided to get her up and walk out since I knew it was closing. As I preceded to walk out towards the exit, I apologized to some workers who were cleaning I noticed it was around 2:06am so a little after closing their original time at 2 am. As I was headed out the door by the pool table, a bartender with a backwards cap, proceeded to yell ' Get the f*** out now' in an aggressive tone. It was extremely disrespectful as I was already apologizing and making our way out. No one came in the girls restrooms(there was a female worker there) to let us know anything.

Came home from DC for a family reunion my family and i decided to go out since it's the valley and…read morewe left 20 minutes after arriving. Horrible music selection, drink service is mediocre. It's 2023 and they are stuck in 2009. It's tragic.

Ambiance and staff was nice…read more Prices are extremely high for their whiskey selection. A pour was at least $45 for a $120 bottle. Disappointing for such a nice whiskey selection but having outrageous prices to try anything. Lobster Mac and cheese was $22 for a small portion and was dry. Not the tastiest and could have been better and would have been worth the $22, but we do not recommend. Chilean sea bass was good. Risotto was a little hard and bland. One of the pastas was selected that was very tasty, but very small portion. Brussel sprouts were uniquely cooked. Crème brûlée was tasty. We did hear prices were expensive. It was not an awful experience for visiting the area.

Cozy brunch experience with my besties. We all had mimosas and everyone enjoyed their food. Service…read morewas wonderful and ambiance was awesome

We stopped into 1905 for breakfast and had a great experience. The ambiance immediately stands out…read morewith art deco touches, warm lighting, and a relaxed but upscale vibe. It's located inside a hotel, but it doesn't feel generic. The valley has been needing a spot like this! There's plenty of seating options: bar seating, high tops, low tops, and booths, so it works whether you're popping in for a quick bite like we were or settling in with a group for a longer meal. We ordered Bloody Marys, wings ($15), the short rib hash ($21), and chilaquiles ($16). Service was friendly and attentive. Everything was delicious!

My family surprised us all with Mother's Day brunch and it was the worst decision…read more I don't think they are equipped with staff, or space for a brunch of this magnitude. The amount of reservations wouldn't even be an issue if the food was good. Don't expect to see anything from their actual menu. What is a brunch with no waffles or pancakes. Waiting at every station because the food was running out as quickly as it came in was so frustrating and angering. This place isn't cheap, and when they promise to provide you with a nice brunch on such a special day and then you arrive to a disaster, flies all over the food, you feel lied to. Never again!

Took too long to order our food and even pay for it. We were a group of 8 and there was other large…read moregroups, but we only saw 2 waiters for everyone. Doubt I'll go back. Especially after I paid for Octopus tacos to take home for my daughter and ended up with shrimp.

The employees are very rude. The restaurant was empty without a soul. We had a group of 30 ladies…read morewhich were going to be met by a high profile government person. Place looked dirty. Terrible service. We left. We DO NOT recommend this place. Save money and time. Drive a bit further and go to the Luquillo kioskos!! This type of low end ""cafeteria " give a bad name to the Puertorrican small businesses. The location is not great. Do yourself a favor and skip this place!!!

Great lunch spot, great food, fast but excellent customer service. Sports bar vices, tv's at table…read moreand through out restaurant.

I stopped here with a friend for diner during a work trip. Judging by the parking lot and the…read moreamount of people inside I knew that this was a favorite amongst the people who live here. They offer a large variety of beers and drink specials every night. We both ordered different burgers and they have a lot to chose from. I was very disappointed with the food quality. The burgers didn't have any seasoning and the bread was too soaked with grease to enjoy it. I would return if I had a chance to sit at the bar and watch the game but wouldn't be back for their food. The service was great and lots of TVs!

My family and I walked in on a Saturday evening and it was not very busy…read more We were immediately seated and brought menus. That is the end of the good part. The waitress did not return for 15 minutes. By the time she returned we gave her our complete order. It took another 30 minutes to get our food. The tacos were just okay, the beans were cold and tasted like they came out of the can, the rice was also cold. We asked to speak with a manager, but he/she never came to talk to us.

Great food and service. I like the decorations around the restaurant as it gives you a small hole…read morein the wall feel, but a taste of Mexico at the same time. The wait time was very reasonable and the servers were sure to ask if we need any additional items when they checked on us. The food preparation was good with good portion sizes as well. I would gladly return to this restaurant the next time I'm in town.

The service here is always amazing! The food is always delicious and great. I usually get one of…read morethe bowls or the hamburger but recently I tried the sesame salmon bowl and it was so good. The salmon was tender and did not taste overcooked. The atmosphere is always so nice. The food is always hot as well. Love this place!

Staff is nice and idk if it's the cook but this is the second time they messed up my steak order…read more 1st time I ordered medium rare and they gave me raw, the 2nd time medium they give me rare. Disappointed definitely not coming back. I recommend training the cook to properly cook a steak.

Raw chicken!!!!!!!! Ordered 18 wings , half garlic onion, supposed to be a dry rub but no seasoning…read moreand half sweet chili, sauce is booty!!!! My kids didn't even want them and it took about 45 minutes to get this raw uncooked/over cooked on the outside crap I will definitely be calling again tomorrow since they won't answer the phone past 9 but they close at ten , raw chicken after 45 mins is wild af.

We stopped here for just next door Tesla charging and the fried chicken pics intrigued us to try…read morethis place while the car was charging. We had fried chicken and a Boba drink. The first lady who was taking orders had hard time with English so she had to call someone from inside who took our order. Chicken is definitely unique, very crispy, and tasty (however not that my wife liked). However, boba disappointed us. It had some wrong taste in it for sure and my kid threw up in the restaurant as soon as he drank. However, the staff is nice even though they are short in number. The restaurant is big with many seating and even a small podium for shows or TV needs.

The food here is amazing! I would be a regular customer, if it wasn't for the fact that i live in…read more LA. Christina our server was very attentive and told us about their new daily specials. Friday's special was 2 tacos Dorado rice and beans, or an asada quesadilla with a side of consome for 12.99. You are recieved with complementary chips and salsa which were delicious! I am looking forward to visiting again before I head back home.

Don't you just love it when a restaurant gets things right?…read more Owners Roberto and Rina ("Reina") Perez have figured out how to prepare and present home cooking in a commercial setting, and, in doing so, have shown that they understand the importance of "home" in that construct. Some of this is no surprise to me. Reina is cousin to Rodnia Attiq (nee Navarro), who, with her mother Rosario Sotelo owned San Diego's El Borrego for almost 25 years, until they closed their business at the end of 2025. Having been welcomed and fed many times with homely care at El Borrego, I'm not surprised that the family connection - and the warmth and hospitality included in it - extends to Cousin Reina. If you're having a bad day, it's worth dropping in for a bite to eat just so you can say "hi" to her. Between the food and the greeting you'll receive, you'll leave feeling better about things. So what to eat? Depending on the time of day and how hungry you are, you'll be pleased with Cazuelitas; Pozole Rojo or the herby Guerrero-style Pozole Verde; hearty Tlacoyos; large Enchilada plates; or probably my favorite Mexican dish, Mixiote de Borrego, which is lamb that's spiced, marinated and slow-steamed until it falls off the bone. I've eated most of those things and seen the rest on my fellow diners' tables. Especially now that El Borrego is gone, if El Centro wasn't a two-hour drive from my house, I'd be a regular, so that I could continue sampling the superb and wide-ranging menu at Antojito Como En Casa.