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    Roberto's

    4.5 (27 reviews)

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    Andrew H.

    How have I missed this place?! They are serving up the definitive best breakfast burrito in Anchorage! They are located at the base of a mini-skyscraper I never even know existed! They specialize in burritos. There are multiple styles and interpretations, and all are absolutely incredible. I got the "Green Chilaquil Burrito". All the ingredients were ultra-fresh, you could tell it was made from scratch. The house-made sauces were the highlight for me. They were rich and...actually spicy! There's nothing more disappointing than being at a Mexican place and asking for "hot sauce" and getting a bottle of spicy vinegar. (tabasco, tapatio, Cholula, etc) I complimented the server on the food and it turns out he was the owner, Roberto! He was saying they are also working towards getting a beer/wine license, that's really the only thing missing here. Summary: best burritos in Anchorage, what are you doing?!

    Classic burritos rice and beans were put on the side for us.
    Patricia H.

    While out today running errands we got hungry and decided to try a new restaurant. Looked in Yelp and kept looking and couldn't decide. That's when my sister said i want Mexican food. We love rice and beans, so we started the drive to midtown. We pulled up and the front of the building is beautiful. I got confused because it looked like it was an alleyway, but I was wrong. We walked in and the place is amazing. Very clean, well lit and cute felt mushrooms in the windows. We fell in love and have t even had any food. We were greeted by a beautiful woman, with a remarkable smile. She walked us over to our table away from the door so we could warm up. We took our time going over the menu but decided on chips and salsa, a water and a Diet Coke. Everything sounded amazing and we couldn't decide. We finally decided and placed our orders. My sister got a classic burrito with carne asada, but she asked for the beans and rice on the side. I got the three taco plate with rice and beans. I choose the shrimp, carne asada and El pastor We started with the chips and salsa and it was delicious. I do wish the chips were warmed up but they still tasted great. Our food arrived and it looked delicious. I noticed the refried beans were black beans, I don't like black beans. But I tried them and they are really good. So don't knock it until you try it. Also let me point out, I never had El Pastor before, and she was very nice and got me a sample... I was in love! I settled on the El Pastor taco first. I put a little bit of hot and mild salsa and a squeeze of lime. Heaven!!! The rice and beans are so fresh and you could tell. I have never had rice that good and I told you the beans are great. The shrimp tacos are amazing and the carne asada didn't fail me either. We took our time to enjoy the food and the atmosphere. Everyone was nice and accommodating. The entire experience was top tier. 10/10 They are new and are waiting for you to walk through the doors. Try something new, let your taste buds experience something they have never tasted before. Thank you, and we will be back.

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    Ai L.

    Super nice staff and large portion. Open at 11am we were first costumers there. Hope they open earlier in the future for their yummy brunch menu Can definitely vouch for the burritos. Will come back again

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    Sheryl S.

    There's a ton of hype about this place. Service is great and ambiance is cute. However, while my order was mostly good, they seemed to have used dry, unseasoned deli chicken in one of the tacos. Not sure if that's how they always make their chicken tacos but it was disappointing.

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    Jocelyn F.

    Oof. Really wanted one of what Andrew H called the best breakfast burritos in town - unfortunately today was not it. I ordered the breakfast burrito and really should have specified what I wanted - like specifically the chilaqui breakfast burrito or at least what I wanted in it. What I received was so plain and dry, made with tater tots, fried egg and cheese, and carne asada. No salsa, pico, or sour cream inside, there was a small pile of pico on the side, and they charged me $18. Yikes. Go to Burrito Factory for the best breakfast burrito. However, the campechana fries were excellent, more than enough to share for a table.

    Taco Plate

    Food was top top top tier, hands down one of the best restaurants in anchorage. Very clean, customer service was great also! Highly recommend!

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    Jeremiah M.

    Food is spectacular. Quaint little locale off 31st by the Charr Building. Food is probably the best Mexican I've had in Alaska. Eat there.

    Caden P.

    My family and I had a phenomenal experience at Roberto's in Anchorage. I got the Sopes Al Pastor and Esquites, both of which were bursting with flavor. Also pictured is the calamari and the steak nachos! Everything on the table was incredibly fresh and tasted delicious! Our waitress was incredibly friendly and provided us with excellent service throughout our meal. The atmosphere inside is very bright and inviting. I will definitely be back!

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    Pierre M.

    Food was authentic and great and to expectation. Been all over Anchorage and by this is the best Mexican dishes I've had so far. The waiter was very nice and helpful with everything and puntual. When walking in you automatically get an urban home look that makes you very welcomed. Place overall is really delectable and makes you almost feel as if you're home again. Would recommend all to come and grab a bite with your family like we did!

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    Tasty food. Pleasant service and atmosphere. Prices a little high. Overall a nice experience.

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    Best Burrito I've had in Anchorage yet. The service is all I could have hoped for. New favorite

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