Good food, took a long time to take orders and I had too walk to the bar to get water refill.read more

Excellent guacamole. Thursday night and it was packed. Great service, very friendly. Loved the…read moreatmosphere, loud but not too much. More lively one would say. Chicken enchiladas were phenomenal, sides were excellent. Ceviche was fresh and full of flavor, not too much citrus. Would definitely eat here again!

Taqueria Mi Pueblo III was a nice stop for lunch after almost three years. I was craving a drink,…read moreso I ordered a margarita, and we shared a guacamole dip. I was happy with both, although the guacamole was slightly saltier than usual. I ordered the carne asada plate, and my significant other went with a meat quesadilla. It was a warm Sunday, so we sat outside and enjoyed the fresh air. The ladies who took our order and served us were wonderful, as was a young man who helped with the tables. The food was delicious, and overall we had a relaxing and enjoyable time.

Our fave Mexican restaurant in town! Yummy, good & fast service. Some of dishes we love most:…read moreSalsa & chips Burritos- Carne asada, shredded beef Chicken quesadilla for kiddo Molcajete Grilled Fish Shrimp Colima Jamaica Didn't like their arroz con pollo

Over a week ago, we were driving south to San Francisco through Novato when we decided to have…read moredinner, and Mexican food won the majority vote! We chose to try a new place, and El Rey caught our attention. We arrived around 7:30, and the restaurant wasn't busy since it was a Sunday evening. Looking at the menu, I was drawn to their ceviche. We decided to start with guacamole and chips, share a ceviche, and have a Quesadilla con Carne Asada. The guacamole was fresh and well-made, the ceviche was exceptionally delicious, and the quesadilla was very well prepared and tasty. Our server was very friendly and helpful with our questions, and we even shared a few good laughs. The service was excellent. El Rey has been a local spot in Novato for many years, family-owned and known for serving traditional Mexican dishes in a welcoming setting. It has built a reputation in the community as a reliable place for a hearty meal, and many locals have been coming here for decades. The restaurant is a standalone building in a shopping center and offers a large seating area. They also have an outdoor seating area, which I imagine would be especially nice on a warm evening. As a first-time visitor, I left impressed. The food, service, and relaxed atmosphere made for a very enjoyable stop on our drive. We would definitely come back again the next time we're in Novato.

Well, how things evolve over time. My dad was JONESING for menudo Sunday morning, and it was too…read moreearly to visit any of his usual weekend Mexican haunts. My wife called around to find that El Rey was open - and had menudo. What we didn't realize was that there was a full-on buffet-style brunch going on every Sunday from 9-2. First, the aromas were intoxicating. Second, there was a HUGE buffet line with Pozole, Menudo, rice & beans, chilaquiles, sausage or eggs with chorizo, veggies, potatoes, huevos ranchero, birria, quesabirria tacos, EVEN American brunch favorites like scrambled eggs, sausage, bacon, and pancakes (but why eat those when there is AMAZING Mexican buffet to choose from?). Coffee/soda also included, and desserts including fruits and custards. I figured for sure it was upwards of $30 a head for the buffet, but the bill comes and it's like $68 for the three of us! What a value! BTW, everything I had was delish. Fresh. Hot. Tasty. And the fact that 90% of the people dining at the restaurant were Latinx tells you all you need to know. Highly recommend this brunch, Novato!

This is a small but delightful restaurant in the fast, casual ethnic food category. There's a lot…read moreof Mexican food restaurants out there, which are great, but this restaurant specializes in central American food. If you haven't become familiar with it yet, give it a try! Their pupusa and their tamales are delicious. And you don't have to spend a lot of money to get great tasting food. I only spent $11 for example on my recent lunch there and got two items which filled me up sufficiently. I'll definitely be going back to Cocina Antigua on my rounds through Novato

Delicious Guatemalan food. Many aqua frescas. Had the Plato Antigua and partner had a beef with…read moremole sauce. Beans, guacamole and salsa yummy. Plantains fried to perfection.

We were in Novato for our son's basketball game and decided to go get a bite while the team warmed…read moreup. We drove around, debating a few different options and decided to pop into Tommy's Salsa. The first thing I noticed was how charming the atmosphere was, including the lighting and warm cozy temperature. It was a chilly evening and absolutely wonderful to walk into this welcoming atmosphere. The young woman who took our order was super sweet and friendly. I ordered the chicken soup with a side of avocado to put on top and my husband had a beer along with tacos. I noticed they were very busy with a lot of people coming in for pickup. We were starting to get nervous because the game was about to begin and our food was taking a long time. even though we had to go ask for our food, worried that we were forgotten. I still did not dock them a star because of how friendly they were and how delicious the food was. Very nice people work here! We enjoyed complementary chips, along with a tasty bean dip, My soup was a generous portion, and the broth was tasty but a bit on the salty side, still, loaded with vegetables and generous portion of chicken: two drumsticks. The squeeze of lime that was provided was the perfect compliment. It would've been nice to have more time and feel relaxed, but we had to rush back for the game. I have a favorite Mexican restaurant in San Rafael however, every time we go there, the bright fluorescent lighting is brutal and it's like eating in a refrigerator . And the people that work there are kind of like robots and don't really seem to care about us. I'm only saying this because yes, the food is important and Tommy's has absolutely delicious food, but it is also about feeling comfortable in the environment. Next time we are in Novato, we will definitely eat here again!

Came from out of town again to visit and had to stop here at Tommy's Salsa. Service was great, food…read morewas fantastic. Just as we remembered. Fresh, delicious, and the prices are very fair. We ate outside and the tables were clean. Wish we lived near so we could go more often. So happy we got to come again.

Came here for a family dinner, and was surprised to find a love band "duo" playing great casual…read moremusic! An unexpected treat. We had a reservation for Father's Day and waited about 10 minutes for a table to open, as it was the busiest I have seen. The table was nice, big enough for the five of us, and the ambiance is always great here as well. We were quickly greeted by our server, Eli, who provided chips and salsas to whet our appetites, and we soon narrowed our focus to the food and drink menus. We ultimately decided on some El Jefe Tacos, a shrimp and crab enchilada, a three-item combo with two chile rellenos and a cheese enchilada with green sauce, a carne asada taco, and the volcanic Molcajete (served in a warm stone bowl with grilled steak, chicken, and prawns. Covered with a red chile, roasted tomato sauce). For libations, we went with a mojito and a new drink - for us at least - the pineapple mezcal mule! The food came in a timely manner, and the molcajete was still bubbling! Hence, the volcano nickname! The mojito was very minty and refreshing, and the pineapple mezcal mule was an acquired taste for some of the group - I enjoyed the smoky earthiness of the mezcal, but it's not your run-of-the-mill tequila, so if you are new to mezcal, be aware of the difference. The food last time was a bit spicy, but this time it was not an issue. Still spicy, but not to the point of being overpowering. Even the salsas were not as extreme. Good for some of us! All the food was delicious, and the three-item combo was great to look at as well. As we say, "the eyes eat first," and indeed my eyes were little piggies that meal! Overall, the service was great, the food great, and the entertainment a perfect background for what would have been just a noisy bunch of chatter. Overall a great Father's Day lunch.

Quick bite & drinks…read more Margaritas were tasty and tacos had a good taste. We sat in the bar area - bartender was a bit busy, but very attentive. We had our food delivered by a nice group of staff. By the time we left - the restaurant was full. Looks like a locals place.

I had a great experience! The food was great , excellent service ! The atmosphere was amazing! I…read morehad a really good time with my friends! We enjoyed each other and the food!

Crab enchiladas!!!! The entire staff is always so welcoming--like you're family! Whether the patio…read moreby the fountain on a sunny day, the upstairs for an event, or inside downstairs--the ambiance is always happy and positive. Always a great choice.

Always a pit stop after I finish getting my nails done next door whenever I feel like picking up a…read morequick snack to take home. Today their gelatin desserts spoke to me from their refrigerated section containing salsas, guacamole, & flan. Their gelatin cups aren't too sweet and are a yummy treat. Take one or some home!

This is comfort food in the true sense of the word! Not fancy in its decor, La Chulada has a warm,…read morefriendly atmosphere, and I always feel personally welcomed when I walk in. The food tastes like home, and is always served piping hot and presented beautifully with a simple elegance. Their fresh tortillas, made per order, are just delicious. One of my favorite dishes is the Birria. And with a little advanced notice, they will prepare a wonderful ceviche which I recently served for a party in my home. I love this little Novato gem!