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While driving down the food desert that is Highway 5, saw this posted on Yelp. Thought I would try out this food truck and was pleasantly surprised. They have tacos, obviously, but I ended up getting a chicken sope. For $6.50 it was just the right amount of food for me. I didn't want anything too heavy as it makes me sleepy to have a full stomach when I'm driving. They have two little benches with some sun protection. Ambience is nonexistent unless you like staring at a dirt road or watching people come and go through the gas station. The sope itself was tasty, the corn shell was crunchy and there was just the right amount of chicken. Personally, I would've liked more chicken but for a snack while getting some gas, I think it's the best option in the area. read more

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Amazing find off the I5, right across the street from Jack in the Box. Legit Al Pastor and frijoles!! read more

Tacos El Monkey - Menu on side of truck. - Mexican Near Me - Bakersfield, California

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I ordered asada and Al pastor tacos. The flavor was crazy good on both but I especially loved the back yard bbq taste of the carne asada. It came with so much; grilled jalapenos, caramelized onions, radishes, a lime and a whole tostada con frijoles. Everything, including the salsa roja was quality and flavorful. The service was nice and the food came out quick. Stopping at this Tesla charger every time now. read more

Tacos El Monkey - Carne asada and Al pastor. Look at everything this comes with! A tostada con frijoles! - Mexican Near Me - Bakersfield, California

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Always amazing! Best asada tacos ever! Friendly service. Love how the plate comes with a tostada and grilled onions and chiles! Worth a drive from LA just to have lunch here! read more

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This is a GREAT place to stop on I-5 for tacos and burritos. Carne asada is very good.

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Absolutely fantastic. Stopped by for gas, and was thrilled to see this food truck only 50 yards away! Price was unbeatable. $10 for a jarritos and tacos. The service was great and the lady was really nice and patient (especially considering that the wind made it tricky to hear me!). My food was out in a matter of minutes--I was fed and happy by the time everyone else in my party had received their food from the various local fast food joints they decided to go to. The meat was delicious and fresh, and the perfect little boost to get me through the drive. I would even go out of my way to swing by here as a gas stop to grab some fresh tacos. It's rare to find a joint at that level of quality on the road, and I'm glad that I've got another place on Yelp to refer back to on my next grapevine-traversing trip! read more

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I tried the chicken mulita and it was delicious. My husband had the carne asada quesadilla that came with small salad and beans also so good. The beans were especially yummy. Great find after being on the backroads trying to get to the 5. read more

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Jennifer B.

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Tacos are extremely small and expensive. Salsa is watered down. I'm not sure how they have a lot of good reviews. Sketchy.

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Gas station food in the middle of getting to LA to Bat Area food truck. They have a variety of entrees other than the tacos and burritos such as torta, mulita, and etc. Yummy tacos for the outskirts. I like how they provide turnips, jalapeños & grilled onions to their tacos. Hits the spot. read more

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This is a food trailer near a gas station and Tesla Superchargers along I-5. I stopped in to supercharge. I grabbed lunch here after grabbing some drinks at the gas station store. I can't imagine that the store had anything to rival the wonderfulness that I got from this trailer. Mexican street food is only better in Mexico. read more

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Andrew F.

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Stopped during a drive to get some tacos and found this spot... was a very great surprise. The meat was great quality (no nasty aftertaste like with usual street tacos) on the tacos and mulitas!! the salsas and agua frescas were very tasty. Definitely some of the best tacos I've had lately which I didn't expect... 10/10 read more

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Driving back home and charging my car this spot was sooo bomb the tacos de asada was my favorite read more

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I came with my family to try out a new taco truck since we were coming from LA. Our experience at first had started off well until we went to ask for some salsa. The girl working there was super rude and said "she put salsa on top of your food" meaning salsa on top of the tacos and inside of burrito. When clearly they did not, nor did they put salsas in the bag. So much attitude for some salsa and not just that they charge 50cents for small containers of salsa. All our food was cold and tasted old! Overall, experience and customer service were horrible. I DO NOT recommend. Never again! Super dirty, even with slow business they refused to clean their area. read more

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Allison M.

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Oh my gosh this place is DELICIOUS!!!!!!! We've stopped here multiple times! Try Baja tacos!!! Yum!!!

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Ellie M.

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Best tacos de asada I've had in California. I've had tacos in SD and SAC and nothing like this. The meat is so flavorful, the tortillas are small and crispy but still soft, the onions are sooo good too. We also got a asada burrito. It tastes homemade, super good!! I can't wait to go back bro read more

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Brad L.

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I was charging up my Tesla and the Jack-in-the-Box and the IHOP were both closed. It was only 10 o'clock so I thought I'd take a chance on this taco truck oh my God I just had the best bean and cheese burrito in my entire life and it was only Eight bucks. The salsa is amazing. The staff is super friendly. I. Never eat off food trucks. I'm one of those people but I decided to take a chance and I'm telling you it was great thank you so much. read more

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Debby P.

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The food was very good! Portions were a good size and the carne asada quesadillas were my favorite as well as my dog's

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Malena M.

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Food was awesome. Didn't know it was a food truck, and once we found it, it didn't disappoint. Carne asada tacos and quesadilla were delicious read more

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Mario B.

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This place sucks they made me wait an hour for my food, and they didn't even care, horrible service

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We ordered and shared birria with tripas burrito, lengua tacos, lengua mulitas and 2 horchatas. Although a canopy is provided for shade while you wait for your food, we opted to wait in the car as it was 102 degrees. Super friendly service, made fresh to order, and bomb flavors/spices. What more can you ask for? read more

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Lucy J.

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Hot and tired from the road, we passed the truck as we headed to our hotel. Tacos El Monkey provided the perfect dinner: freshly made, delicious, perfectly filling, and affordably priced! read more

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One of the better Al Pastor burritos we've had. I enjoyed their take on the sope too. If you don't like Parmesan cheese, be warned, it's sprinkled on top of the sope. read more

Tacos El Monkey - Food truck parked outside iHOP/Chevron. - Mexican Near Me - Bakersfield, California

Tacos El Monkey - Chicken sope! My favorite. $4.50 each. - Mexican Near Me - Bakersfield, California

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Jennifer F.

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Finally happened upon this place when they happened to be there. We travel to Bako frequently and look every time we drive past. So glad I got the chance and that they were there today. Ordered two burritos, one al pastor and one carne asada both with no rice. They were so good. Wish I had ordered an aqua fresca since they had a great selection and can't get them locally. If I had more people with me I would have ordered one of everything on the menu just to see the best of the best. I have to imagine all of it being amazing. Highly suggest you stop by not only because it delicious food but beyond beats anything else in the area. read more

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Morris R.

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Love it. Fresh burrito wrap. Fresh ingredients. Veggie burrito had some nice kick. My friend had asada and said it was "one of the best." Very short ride off I-5 - a new go-to stop when we are driving up or down state. read more

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Jamie E.

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Please DO NOT order the burrito. I don't know if it was expired ingredients but I took one bite and almost threw up. The taste was foul.

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Stopped at Tacos El Monkey after stopping for gas at Chevron. Yelp does specify an exact location but we stopped at 29727 Stockdale Hwy Bakersfield, CA 93314 United States. Otherwise, it would have been difficult to locate it using Yelp. I guess since they're mobile, you just have to be lucky to find them. We stopped to get gas at Chevron on our way to LA, and they just happened to be right there (very convenient!) We don't eat beef, so we ordered an al pastor quesadilla ($9.50) and chicken nachos ($9.50). Both very good and worth it! It's nice to have some real food instead of going to the usual fast food joints around the area. It was really filling and gave us lots of energy during our drive. We also got a horchata that was very refreshing on the drive. Overall very satisfied with the food we got and it definitely filled us up! read more

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Rogelio P.

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Asada is incredible! Friendly service. Their tostadas they give with each order are also a perfect touch. I vouch for their asada!

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Alexis C.

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Wow. These tacos were 10/10. So glad I decided to make the pitstop otw back to SJ from LA. I ordered Asada, Lengua, and Cabeza. Everything was slightly seasoned and had great flavors all around, including the salsa which wasn't really spicy but it had a kick. Honestly one of the best lengua tacos I've ever had. The two workers at the the truck tonight were also super nice. I'll definitely be back! read more

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Montserrat P.

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BEST. TACOS. EVER!! They are super friendly and would make the drive from LA just to have some of the best tacos.

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Priyanka K.

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INCREDIBLE!!! NO more words to describe this place. We stopped at a charging station nearby and discovered this food truck beating the extremely sunny Bakersfield weather. I got veggie tacos and my partner got chicken tacos. The freshest tacos we've ever had were served to us here. And the sides of pickled veggies and salsas were phenomenal. Highly, highly recommend! read more

Tacos El Monkey - Pollo tacos! Delicious and spicy! - Mexican Near Me - Bakersfield, California

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Elizabeth Z.

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Yo no recomiendo para nada esta lochera tienen muy mal servicio aparte la asada esta orrible mi familia y yo veniamos de vacaciones de.Las Vegas para Califor nia y siempre pasamos a comer ahi a esa lonchera por que se nos asian muy ricos los tacos y teníamos hambre pero preferímos esperar un largo camino para llegar a comer ahi pero cual fue nuestra sorpresa al pedir los tacos de asada estaban orrible la asada estaba muy quemada savia mucho a quemada no nos los podiamos comer asi por que tenian un mal sabor y made a mi niña con su papa.A decirle a la señora que nos atendió que si por favor no los podía cambiar por unos de papa pero la señora no se los cambio aparte de que se quedó con los tacos de asada qua ya..Aviamos pagado nosotros ni el dinero ni los tacos ni nada nos dio después escuchamos mi hijo y yo que la señora le estaba gritandole orrible ami hija la cual es menor de edad solo tiene 16 años la señora de la Lonchera nos agredio a mi hija entonces yo fui a defender ami hija y le aventé el plato de tocos que yo me estaba comiendo porq estaban muy mal los tacos la señora se portó muy agresiva con mi niña nos gritó que a eya le valia lo q isieramos nosotros fue muy agresiva la señora read more

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Lindz A.

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Delicious stop at the food truck, Tacos El Monkey. Easy to find. Had the asada, pastor and pollo tacos. So tasty. Nice amount of meat with onions and cilantro with some grilled onions and a jalapeño. So awesomely good!! read more

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jasmine

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My family and I decided to stop by at this taco truck from a long trip. We ordered asada tacos, burrito and a quesadilla. Asada was burnt , dry and salty. I kindly went up to the lady to exchange my tacos. She refused to exchange them and give me my money back. When she had already taken my tacos away. She had a horrible attitude and verbally harassed me that I'm a minor. She even stepped outside the food truck to continue being disrespectful towards me and my family. There was even flies flying inside. Overall, horrible place to stop by after a long trip. Would not recommend. read more

Tacos El Monkey - Asada quesadilla - Mexican Near Me - Bakersfield, California

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Ana J.

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I've been coming to this food truck for nearly 5 years now and it has never disappointed. The quality of their meats is unmatched for a food truck. I love their Asada, Al pastor, and tripa. I used to get tacos only but I've branched out to their tortas, burritos, and mulitas. Oh, and the carne con nopales en Salsa verde! All super delicious . I've also had a quesadilla once and I loved it! They use flour tortillas for their quesadilla in case you are wondering. I love that their portions are generous! My current order is an asada burrito with everything except beans. I know, I know, some would say I'm crazy but I'm more of a rice type of person and their rice is so good! I have yet to try their nachos but those are next on my list. Service wise, everyone is super chill and great at what they do and I feel it has to do with the fact that it's a family owned business. I don't personally know any by name but I recognize the faces and again, all are kind, hard working, and very dedicated people. To the lady that made my two burritos tonight, they were the best I've ever had so THANK YOU! (No, I did not eat two burritos, one is for my wife. lol) All and all, Tacos El Monkey is where it's at! Side note, if you don't do spicy, I'd ask for salsa on the side. read more

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Henry S.

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Not to bad for a taco truck it was actually pretty delicious. The burrito was delicious and the ingredients flavorful. The agua de tamarindo was homemade , a bit sweet for my liking but all I did was add water and it was refreshing. The prices are a bit high but that reflects the remote location they're at, so it's understandable. The taco trailer is parked right off I-5 and stockdale hwy , a perfect little watering hole oasis if traveling through kern county. I'll definitely make the drive out there or stop by when I'm in the area. read more

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Glenn A.

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Friendly people on the road makes good taste better. Nice people, great tacos. Nothing fancy but a nice clean bench with a pop up for shade. read more

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So glad we decided to stop here during our road trip! The woman who took our order was so kind and patient. She took the time to explain all the ingredients (we're vegetarian) and made sure everything met our dietary restrictions. The food was super fresh and delicious - shout out to that salsa! read more

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Su-jen Y.

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We were on our way back from Vegas to the Bay Area and this place saved us from a subway meal. The tacos and nachos were good. The nachos had lettuce which is something I didn't like. Also, I think they ran out of limes so gave us lemons instead. Didn't like that but otherwise this is a nice food stop for your long drives. read more

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We just stopped here on our way back from Utah to SF. I can honestly say that it was the best Mexican food I've had in a long time. I rarely get burritos, but if I do, I don't get meat but today I wanted a carne asada burrito. The meat!!! It was so juicy and flavorful. The rice and beans tasted like home. This doesn't taste like restaurant food or taco truck food. It tastes like food made at home with love! The tacos de tripa were also very good. I highly recommend stopping here if you want something warm, delicious and full of flavor! Did I mention that my burrito was full of meat!l?! I only wish this place was closer to me! (And imagine, I live where there are taquerias everywhere! Paren aquí a comer. Te prometo que es deliciosa la comida. Como en casa y hecha con mucho amor. read more

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29727 Stockdale Hwy
Bakersfield, CA 93314
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(661) 340-3574
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Hours

What time does Tacos El Monkey open?

Tacos El Monkey opens at 8:00 AM on Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday and Saturday.Tacos El Monkey opens at 11:00 AM on Sunday.

What time does Tacos El Monkey close?

Tacos El Monkey closes at 11:00 PM on Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday, Saturday and Sunday.

Mon-Sat 8:00 AM - 11:00 PMSun 11:00 AM - 11:00 PM

Food & Alcohol

Does Tacos El Monkey have catering options?

Yes, Tacos El Monkey does have catering options.

Does Tacos El Monkey serve alcohol?

No, Tacos El Monkey does not serve alcohol.

Indoor Amenities

Does Tacos El Monkey allow dogs?

Yes, Tacos El Monkey allows dogs.

Does Tacos El Monkey have TVs?

No, Tacos El Monkey does not have TVs.

Outdoor Amenities

Does Tacos El Monkey have outdoor seating?

Yes, Tacos El Monkey has outdoor seating options.

Does Tacos El Monkey have parking?

Yes, Tacos El Monkey has parking options. Street Parking, Validated Parking

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Does Tacos El Monkey have free WiFi?

Yes, Tacos El Monkey has free WiFi.

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16.2 mi

We went to El Puesto Cocina y Cantina without a reservation and it seemed pretty crowded. I don't…read moreeven know if they take reservations. We had our order to go and went back to our hotel. It was just the best. Next time we will eat there. The place is spotless and really pretty. It is festive looking and ever so comfortable. We loved everything about it. Parking is easy. The prices are super fair. The food is amazing. We had burritos that were just packed with meat. We had chicken and beef. We also had chips and coffee to go. I have to say, their coffee is great. The service is so nice. This was our first time here so they were so helpful with the menu. We also took Papa Tacos and wow were they great. We loved the rice and beans. The rice was perfect, not dried out like some places. We will be back. Try it.

I came in expecting a relaxed dinner where I could actually sit and catch up, but the experience…read morefelt rushed and poorly handled from the start. Before my guest even arrived, I was told the kitchen was closing in 10 minutes, which made it impossible to plan or order properly for both of us. About 30 minutes after being seated, the waitress asked to close out my tab and mentioned they were closing an hour and a half early, something that should have been communicated when I walked in so I could have chosen to go elsewhere. To make things worse, about 10 minutes before closing, they turned the lights all the way up and shut the music off, which made it very clear we were being pushed out. No one came by to offer boxes for our food (I had more than half my meal left), and my guest didn't even get to finish her drink. We were essentially rushed out before the already early closing time, with no proper send-off. Overall, the experience felt very unprofessional and uncomfortable. Unfortunately, I won't be returning.

Eating area

Not your regular Chips and Salsa. YUM

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Lunch hour margarita

Buena Vida Tapas Lounge

4.1(193 reviews)

15.6 mi

The food and service was amazing. Unfortunately, we were unable to have a couple drinks. Due to the…read morefact we were traveling. Definitely will recommend coming here.

Great place for happy hour or Sunday brunch. I love the margarita flight and their selection of…read moretapas. The food and drinks here are consistently good and at great prices. I appreciate that their margaritas are solid not super sweet. If I lived closer, I would probably be here a lot more often! The ambiance is relaxed and I appreciate some of the more modern touches in the otherwise natural feel of the restaurant. Service can be a bit slow at times, though I tend to not mind when I'm there catching up with friends or having a slow Sunday. The servers are generally very nice and caring.

Bar area

Taquitos Dorados

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Margarita flight!

Original Hacienda Grill

4.2(358 reviews)

16.4 mi

Hey this original hacienda grill is pretty decent second time I've been here this is the second…read moretime I had a good experience The food is always on point they have a little bar area it's not a real big establishment but the food has big flavor I definitely recommend this spot it's stuck over here next to a to Arby's and in front of IHOP right here on the old Pierce road or Buck Owens boulevard I had the fish tacos and I couldn't eat both of them because there was so much fish in one of them and so much cabbage and and rice man It filled me up just the one so it was worth the money I would definitely come back for the third time and give him another five stars

I ordered the shrimp fajita and the shrimp was alright but then I see a brown line in one of the…read moreshrimp and they forgot to take out the poop sack of the shrimp and then I lost my appetite.

Cozy little bar

Wet Burrito.

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Large bowl of menudo

Sebastian's Taqueria

4.3(66 reviews)

14.3 mi

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The service was excellent. The person working the register and taking the order was super nice…read more The decor of the place is quite simple, but nice. The Breakfast Burrito was perfect. I had one Burrito and tortilla chips. There is a salsa bar that is excellent. I highly recommend the salsa to the far right and the onions with habanero peppers. Both are superb. The Burrito was well cooked and it had multiple layers of food and flavors. I recommend Sebastian's Taqueria. It is open from 6 am to 2 pm.

First time and quite surprised. Only ordered a sausage breakfast burrito. Charged extra for beans,…read morebut I did get a small bag of chips. Selected my own salsas from their salsa bar. The burrito was great! Enough for 2 people. The green salsa was very hot and the chunky red was flavorful, a perfect combo to add to my food. The dining area was very quaint and somewhere I would go with my family. The menu, however, has hand drawn prices, missing prices and just poorly put together. I have added pics. Finally, they charge $1 for any credit purchases and $1 on refills. Overall, great food, clean and cute interior, just need to get their menu cleaned up to be more clear.