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    Nopalitos

    4.4 (627 reviews)
    Closed 6:30 am - 2:30 pm
    Updated 2 months ago

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    NOPALITOS ATMOSPHERE

    What's the vibe?
    Casual
    Moderate noise
    Good for kids
    Outdoor seating

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    Jen L.

    The food here is fantastic and service is friendly and efficient. There's a small salsa bar where they have yummy chopped roasted Jalapeno that went very well with my Nopalito Omelette. I also got a side of Guac. That was yummy too. My husband had the Huevos Rancheros. They served it differently than other places. There wasn't a tortilla under the eggs. Instead the tortillas came on the side. He actually liked it this way. My son had the breakfast burrito with bacon and cheese. I don't remember what my friend's dish was called. I believe it was the special. Nonetheless, everyone enjoyed their food. My friend took us here after a friend introduced her to it.

    Beef Burrito with Red Sauce
    Trish E.

    Food is always delicious. Service is outstanding. Always make you feel right at home.

    Chili Colorado plate - excellent!
    John G.

    My kind of place! Atmosphere is homey and small. The earlier you can get there, the better....and theres a reason......Everything on the menu is extremely tasty!!!!!!!!!! This was our second visit and I will return again and again From what I understand, employee owned!! Neighborhood staple!!! Support small businesses........

    Philly cheesesteak
    Ketta H.

    Nice little hole in the wall place. The staff was friendly. We got Philly cheesesteak plate and enchiladas. The Philly cheesesteak was delicious. It was on focaccia bread the seasoning the veggies everything was delicious definitely recommend and 10 out of 10. I was excited about the enchiladas because I get enchiladas almost every where I go The enchiladas were OK they were not my favorite. I definitely want to be ordering them again. I was expecting rice with it but it different because it was couscous but it was still good. I'd definitely come back for the Philly cheesesteak

    Breakfast burrito. Best in sac

    Amazing food and service. Place is a little small to eat but food makes it worth it. Will be coming back more than often

    Smoke bacon plate. My husband gets this every time.
    Dawn W.

    Our family only eats out for breakfast when it's at Napolitos. I wish I could give the food and staff more than 5 stars. Everything they make is superb.

    Chile Colorado w/ two scrambled eggs. The photo is deceiving.
    Cynthia G.

    Chile Colorado with fried potatoes and two scrambled eggs. I liked the flavor, but there was very little beef on my plate. And only two tablespoons of potatoes. Mostly chile sauce. I loved the two flour tortillas. In my opinion it was overpriced ($17.25) for the food. I won't return because I don't like restaurants that overpriced dishes. I would be embarrassed if I were the owner. PS. The gentleman that took my order was very pleasant!

    Chille verde (spicy pork) burrito - the best burrito here
    Alex R.

    This is just a place that just hits the spot. If you enjoy a warm, cozy Mexican food, this is the move. I've been here a few times, but have not taken any photos as I was very early in my culinary journey. I recall having the chili verde, the cactus special, and the polenta. It was spectacular. You know it's good, when you bring friends here, and they ask "how I've ever never been to this place? The service is quick. Beware, it is cash only. You order at the counter. The gentleman there is very friendly. The food here is like a warm hug. It is using oozing with flavor. Honestly, the breakfast burrito I had today is probably the best breakfast burrito I've had in Sacramento. The pork was super tender and well flavored. There was a great balance of eggs in the burrito as well. Sometimes, I feel like places short you on the eggs. If anything, there was maybe too much egg. However, as someone who is looking out for their protein intake on a daily basis, I was not complaining. The tortilla held up very well. I liked that potatoes were well seasoned and soft. In the back, there are various sauces that you could add. While, I thought the red sauce was fantastic. This burrito did not need any addition.

    Little Cactus Special 1/2 and 1/2
    Kayley R.

    Love supporting local, Latino-owned businesses -- and this little café does not disappoint! The staff is so friendly and welcoming, and you can really taste the freshness in every bite. Highly recommend trying the Little Cactus Special with the 1/2 and 1/2 sauce -- it's the perfect combo of flavor and heat. Everything feels homemade and made with love. Also great news -- they now accept cards! Definitely worth a visit (or two!).

    Chorizo Burrito
    Joshua U.

    Was told locals especially in the east Sacramento area love to frequent here. Right off the bat, shout out to the staff for being so nice and accommodating as I didn't know they have a break and separate lunch menu as my objective was to try some pancakes! It's nice inside even though small with lots of seating inside and outside. The pancakes were fluffy and delicious! The chorizo burrito was flavorful and super filling! Definitely recommend the burrito with their house salsa at their salsa bar! Overall, highly recommend.

    Petra F.

    Hands-down, one of the best family owned Mexican restaurants in the East area. Everything is made from the fresh ingredients and they have wonderful daily specials. Small quaint restaurant with plenty of parking and outdoor seating. The owner takes very good care of customers and always make sure that everything is served to perfection.

    Cactus plate, chorizo breakfast burrito, and machaca breakfast burrito

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    Great breakfast burritos, but I felt like the pancakes were even better! Service was good, the place was tiny, and they only took cash.

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    Cash only? Seriously? Big waste of time, honestly don't know of anyone close to me who actually has cash on them at any point.

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    The food is amazing as well as the Service was great! The restaurant has a nice ambiance. Cash Only!

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    This place only takes cash! Made it to this place only to find out I couldn't use my card. Maybe list that on any reviews or website.

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    2 years ago

    Everything! Been coming there for many years and it never disappoints. Owners and staff are wonderful!

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    2 years ago

    Excellent menu with lots of food delicious choices and the folks are friendly. Parking lot is nearly always full when they are open.

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    The parking lot sucks but the breakfast burrito makes up for it! Their green salsa is THE BEST. The staff has always been friendly.

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    My favorite place to eat breakfast in East Sacramento! Food is always yummy and the tamales are so moist.

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    Excellent food and service. Remember to bring cash. Dining area is small but outdoor seating available in the summer.

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    Ordered burrito bowl, poor quality chicken thigh meat, , bland rice, minimal salsa. I would have liked more spice and flavor

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    Love the food here. My fave is not the burrito though, it's the tamale. Service is decent.

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    Delicious food, salsa bar, very local, cozy seating and friendly place to grab a meal!

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    Best breakfast burritos around and excellent customer service. Only downside is they don't accept credit cards.

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