Senor Taco

This was surprisingly really good. I ordered the huarache and a fountain drink for total of $10…read more The food was very filling and delicious. I never tried a huarache before, so I wasn't sure what to expect. The base is like a crispy dough, and I got it with all the toppings (no meat). I really liked the sauce they put on top of the dish. The service was very quick and nice. Inside is a very causal dining seating. The surrounding area is a little confusing, and it was hard to find via google maps.

Really wanted to love this place and give it the glowing remarks that they seemed to have on here…read more We passed up a few other places because of the reviews on here. We decided on this place because it stated that they served menudo/pozole on the weekends and that is what I was in the mood for. As soon as we walked in we noticed it was a tad warm. As if they didn't have the a/c on. However, they had their front door open. We walked up to the counter, and my husband was giving the cashier our order, but she seemed like she was in a hurry. Which was weird because no one was behind us. We chose a table closest to the front door, so it was cooler. About 5 minutes past and our number was called so my husband got up to get our order and as he started walking back towards out table I could tell on his face something was wrong. He set the tray down that had chips, salsa and his plate of chicken taquitos, rice and beans and says "apparently they no longer have anymore pozole so she didn't charge me." So why did not one come to our table and let us know and see what we wanted instead? Why did they wait until this was done to tell us knowing this was a dine in order? So then I say ok well can I just get what you ordered? By this time there was about 6 people ahead of my order. So now my husband's food was getting cold even though I insisted he eat but he refused to eat until I received mine. As I said, we wanted to love this place. We've learned that little unassuming hole in the wall places such as these are gems, but when customer service fails like this, you don't make people want to come back. It was just really careless. No one was behind us when our order was submitted. There was at least 5 minutes that past before a line formed after us. There were only 3 items on that order between the front of the house and the back of the house no one caught that one of those orders was an item you ran out of, and you should probably fix that sooner rather than later? Being in the restaurant business is being of service to people and in that moment I the customer and my best interest was not a priority and that's disappointing.

Free sauce instead of the 2 green I paid for

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Mariscos El Picosito

4.4(105 reviews)

1.7 mi

With so many options for Mexican food here it is hard to really go wrong. This place is a no frills…read morerestaurant. I love it. The food? Is spot on and very tasty. Quick service also and very friendly staff. I have been here for Breakfast and Lunch and will always return when in town. I sat across the street and watched people look in and walk away presumably because it wasn't busy, just to watch them go stand in line at the busiest place on the street. That's like putting your towel down next to all the other people on the beach while it is completely empty 20 yards away. If you appreciate really Mexican meals without the drowning of cheese...try it. You'll be back

No matter what, I will always get the Picosito taco. It's 2 tortillas with melted cheese in between…read morewith seasoned shrimp on top!! We ordered the ceviche this time, but the aguachile always hits the spot! The restaurant is really small and there's limited seating, so be prepared to take to-go! The cashier is always so sweet and nice whenever we order from her!!

Menu

Carne Asada Burrito

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Menu part 2

El Palenque Mexican Restaurant

3.8(183 reviews)

1.1 mi

We love it at El Palenque!! One of the best Mexican restaurants in SM. The service is warm and…read morewelcoming. Immediately sat down with warm chips and salsa. I always get the Burrito Supremo, it's flavorful and massive. Don't forget to get a margarita also!!

Great food and service El Palenque tostada recommended…read more Beans are delicious Vegetables are fresh

Steak fajitas, love the amount of veggies

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Lo Mejor De Jalisco

4.0(200 reviews)

0.9 mi

Great food! I had…read morethe enchiladas de queso, my husband had a cóctel de camarón and my daughter had a mojarra frita! Food was amazing and chips and salsa re so goood!

Lo Major De Jalisco might not be the fancies place, let me tell you they are extremely clean, and…read morethe food is authentic Mexican food and the most delicious food you'll get on the central coast, if you haven't tried it. You need to. The waitress was very attentive and very kind.

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Maya Mexican Restaurant

3.7(352 reviews)

1.3 mi

My favorite place to be on a Friday night! The live music and vibes never fail. We love coming for…read morethe great authentic food. I got the shrimp cocktail that was portioned just right. Our server was great. He kept our drinks filled!

Service was pretty slow for dinner time. Stayed longer than expected and to even get drinks. Pazole…read morewas not the best, my hard taco and enchiladas were okay. The michelada was great. Probably would not come back.

Restroom Signs

Lunch special of chile relleno, beans, and rice

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Front of restaurant

Rancho Nipomo Deli & BBQ

4.3(986 reviews)

4.1 mi

Great food, great atmosphere, terrific staff! It's been Hard…read morefor me to move past the best bacon sandwich on the central coast, but the shrimp cocktail is worth the effort to take a BLT break! TUACA!

I've known about this place for several years. I always wanted to come here. Everything sounded…read moregreat. So on our little trip up to Central California I decided to stop here for lunch. Oh boy, real Santa Maria BBQ! Woo Hoo! Tri-Tip is the name of the game in these parts so that's what I'm doing. Got the Tri-Tip Dip and a side of BBQ sauce so I could have it both ways. I was really looking forward to these West Coast Chili Beans too. Wife wanted BBQ Chicken so I got her the BBQ Chicken Combo. I asked the girl at the register if we could get dark meat with the combo. She looked a little confused and said "You mean like Tri-Tip?" Oh boy. No, dark meat chicken like a thigh and drumstick. "Oh, do you want a breast or a thigh?". Let's roll with the thigh, thanks. Our food came out pretty quickly. I asked for horseradish for the Tri-Tip Dip and was politely told they don't have any. Silly me, why would they have horseradish when they sell a French Dip Sandwich? The Tri-Tip Dip was decent. Not going to lie. The West Coast Chili Beans were a disappointment. I expected so much better. The BBQ sauce was runny and tastes like molasses and maple syrup. Nah, Stick with the Au Jus and you will be fine. The Chicken Combo was a train wreck. Beans cold, rice cold, chicken overcooked by a mile. It's not easy to overcook the hell out of dark meat chicken but they found a way. Wife not happy, at all. It's another one and done. Sorry Rancho Nipomo Deli & BBQ.

Brisket sandwich

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Catering Set Up

El Herradero

4.1(109 reviews)

1.1 mi

Let me start off with saying we've been here living in the Central Coast for about 4 years now, and…read morewe say we have not found a good Mexican restaurant...until now. This spot was very tasty and reminded me of my mom's cooking. I had the 2 taco Fritos of pollo and we had the 3 choice, taco frito and enchilada with shredded beef and the star of the show was the chile relleno. Food, nothing fancy but good cooked Mexican food. We came in about 8pm and they were kind and ready to serve. Their service, the two waitresses were on it‼ Restaurant itself was older but clean and stocked with all the right salsas and fresh salsa as well. We shall come again!

At El Herradero Mexican Restaurant In Santa Maria Visiting My Brother And We Came To Eat Haven't…read moreHad Breakfast Yet Starving..!!!I Ordered The #8 Combination Two Hard Shelled Tacos One Beef And One Chicken With Beans And Rice..!!! My Brother Ordered The Bisted Relleno With Rice And Beans. He Ordered A Modelo Especial And I Got An Agua Fresca De Tamarindo.

My Brothers Modelo Especial

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3 choice platter

Rancho Viejo

4.4(234 reviews)

6.0 mi

Delicious food as usual Whether you dine in or take home!…read more Always authentic and tasty

Located in the cowgirl, La Placita market, is Rancho Viejo. The parking lot was full, had to park…read morein the back. The restaurant was filled as well. I ordered the wet Chile Relleno Burrito. I thought the chile Relleno was good (cheesy and nice coating around). The sauce was also pretty good. The burrito definitely could've been bigger and the tortilla was pretty dry underneath and not warm. It was actually kind of stiff. All of it was kind of just lukewarm. And the flavor could've been a lot better. Chips were OK too. *Overall, it's ok*

Quesabirria tacos

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Taqueria La Coqueta

3.7(122 reviews)

1.2 mi

Recently went for the Pompanator burrito (with some spicy salsa in the side) and it was BOMB AF…read more 10/10. I do recommend it. I also want to add that the service was excellent as well! Good job to the guy who took my order he was very nice and cheerful.

Quality and decent prices. Still haven't tried their menudo on the weekends.. heard its a must…read moreearly birds! 8.7 rating!

Seating

The only menudo in town

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805 Tacos

3.9(146 reviews)

1.0 mi

Over ladt few weeks n months , I have repeatedly call to place orders and no one answers the phone…read more I dont live close so im not wasting time driving only for it to be closed.

The waitress was playing cards and drinking on the job with the men at the bar. Waited forever for…read moremy bland tacos. I noticed kitchen floor was filthy. Too much clutter on the counters, tables were ALL wobly. Just run down. Wouldn't recommend.

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Briana C.

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1

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5 years ago

Before writing this review I took the time to read the comments on here ( should have done that before I visited this establishment) I wasn't surprised on how many people have had the same experience as myself . I've been a customer over the years and never had a problem with the fact that staff there changes so often. But lately the cashiers and their service is beyond ridiculous. ( food remains a hit and miss by this I mean some days you get great food others it's okay for what you pay for ) On multiple occasions I've visited and have had the rudest cashier experience by the same 2 cashiers, due to masks I can not point them out but just that it is 2 young cashiers maybe in their 20's, one with tattoos on her arms and the other is just very thin . Both of these employees have either ignored me while I stand there or have just been plain disrespectful . I do not understand how these 2 individuals have a job here they are the only girls I see besides an old lady . In my opinion if you want to be treated with respect you should not go to this place ! Again food quality remains the same but the service just keeps me away. read more

Brenda S.

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1

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7 years ago

Honestly I am writing this review because I've gone multiple times and every time I've visited I've had the worst experience with the short blonde Mexican lady ! How is she employed? Her customer service is awful! I went in a Thursday I believe and she took my order and got it completely wrong on top of that she added a tip on my card ? I went back and had it corrected but that's not right ! I got over it since I love the burritos went on my lunch break and I was like ok she's not cashier maybe things will be better . I was wrong she was cooking or should I say talking . My burrito took 20 mins and I was the only person inside, but the whole time I was there she was just talking sadly this will be the last time I visit this place unless this lady stop working there instead of bringing customers this lady is pushing them away ! Do not eat there is the blonde lady is working ! read more

Daniel F.

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22 days ago

Their food is authentic and delicious. You may feel out of place if you're a non Spanish speaker like myself but the staff is very friendly! They have a nice bar with t.v.'s and the restaurant and bathroom are very clean and comfortable. I recommend you try this restaurant it's pretty good! read more

Felix Uriel O.

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11 months ago

El servicio no era del bueno. Vine con mi tio brandy yEl personal nos califico como wayno no mas por que brandy ( berna) venia vestido de wayn0 nos quisieton vender cervezas. Como saben ellos que somos borracho y no se pero esta fue mi primera y ultima vez que vengo a restaurante read more

Samir F.

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7

6

11 years ago

just had a breakfast burritos, almost ate my fingers of how good, coming back for dinner, and tell you what this is my place and i will always eat here read more

Jesus N.

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1

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10 years ago

This restaurant has very great food, the people working there are very helpful and great about customer service. I enjoy eating here very often. read more

George B.

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3

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9 years ago

This is my favorite Mexican food place in town, very close to my work. Try the Senor Taco Burrito and the torta cubana.. Highly recommended

Tony M.

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4

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4 years ago

Amazing this place is so cool the tacos and fries are amazing I would definitely recommend going to this place

Edoar M.

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4

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4 years ago

This shit is bussin it makes me want to hit my mamma blow up a orphanage and take their toys

Alexis M.

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10

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5 years ago

Chorizo used to be amazing. Now it tastes like the chorizo you get at a cheap butcher shop.

Maria T.

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1

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3 years ago

Great authentic Mexican food! Great prices & great service!!!

Janet W.

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6

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12 years ago

Absolutely AMAZING!!! Highly Recommend this restaurant!

Mike G.

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10

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12 years ago

Great tacos

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At El Herradero Mexican Restaurant In Santa Maria Visiting My Brother And We Came To Eat Haven't…read moreHad Breakfast Yet Starving..!!!I Ordered The #8 Combination Two Hard Shelled Tacos One Beef And One Chicken With Beans And Rice..!!! My Brother Ordered The Bisted Relleno With Rice And Beans. He Ordered A Modelo Especial And I Got An Agua Fresca De Tamarindo.

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food was bomb and came out at a reasonable time. I've tried almost everything on the menu and it's…read moreall good! Def recommend and worth trying out!! FYI, Jaqueline was wrong! BEST tacos in SM. Great customer service!

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