Cancel

    Open app

    Search

    Taqueria California - Windsor

    4.1 (151 reviews)
    ModerateMexican
    Closed 9:00 am - 9:00 pm

    Order Taqueria California - Windsor Takeout or Delivery

    Taqueria California - Windsor Photos

    Business Info

    TAQUERIA CALIFORNIA - WINDSOR ATMOSPHERE

    What's the vibe?
    Casual
    Dogs allowed
    Outdoor seating
    Good for groups

    You might also consider

    More like Taqueria California - Windsor

    Recommended Reviews - Taqueria California - Windsor

    Your trust is our priority, so businesses can't pay to alter or remove their reviews. Learn more about reviews.
    Yelp app icon
    Browse more easily on the app
    Review Feed Illustration

    Reviews With Photos

    Caldo de Res
    Ana P.

    Doordashed caldo de res after a fever and I couldn't be more grateful and happy. This caldo tasted like the one my mom made me when I was sick. Sooo good, great flavor, made with love

    Belle J.

    First time here and we loved it! It's an order-at-the-counter type of place--they ask which table you'd like and then bring the food to you. They serve chips with two salsas (green and red--sorry, I don't know the names). Both are pretty spicy, so if you're sensitive to heat, it might be a bit much. And that's coming from someone who loves spicy food and could still feel the kick. My husband and I shared the carnitas quesadilla, which was a generous portion and tasted great. We also tried the Nutella-filled churros, and they were delicious as well. The service was lovely--despite ordering at the counter, they still checked on us, which I really appreciated. We'll definitely be back!

    Hola!
    Paula B.

    Great little Mexican food spot! They have a huge menu, lots of good choices! The veggie burrito was excellent! The salsas are great.It's very clean inside.The staff were very helpful and friendly.

    Menu
    Carolyn S.

    Came here with my sister and her man, it's a place they enjoy. My first time. I was hoping for a chicken soup but sadly they don't offer any here. So after pursuing the options I ended up getting the 2 taco combo plate with carne asada. The food was alright, not as seasoned as I'm used to. The beans were ok and the rice same. Service was fine, ambiance was bright and open and clean, that part was great. Not terrible food at all but with so many Mexican spots that really perfect the craft of the food it's kinda hard to want to come back to anywhere that doesn't. 5/10

    With respect for others, I had taken pics when it was clear.
    Gina H.

    I've always seen this place as I visited the shopping center it's located in, but I never thought of trying it out. As I was approaching Taqueria California, I heard some music coming from within the restaurant which helped me become more comfortable with trying a new spot. I chose the carne asada plate either flour tortillas and a fountain drink. Rarely do I have soda, but it hit the spot with my dinner. Fairly large portions to where I was able to take some home. While I was eating, I noticed a steady flow of traffic. They must be on Uber Eats or Door Dash cause there were a lot of pickup orders during the stormy weather we were experiencing. In my opinion, my only dislike were the chips, but my mother liked 'em. Definitely will be back for lunch or dinner. I m not sure if they're open for breakfast.

    Sunny R.

    I've been here a few times, and my favorite dish is the fried whole fish with rice and beans. It always hits the spot especially with red salsa and a squeeze of lime. The fish is super fresh and crispy every time. The chips were a little overcooked on this visit, but we still ate them anyway.My friend ordered the beef soup, which was also good, but I definitely liked my dish better. The staff were friendly and kind, and we were surprised (in a good way) to see a robot serving food! I've only seen that at sushi places before, but as long as it brings the food to the right table, it's all good! The environment was warm and welcoming. My friend and I will definitely be coming back.

    Taco Tuesday! One of each please!
    Lauren P.

    Can't beat this deal for Taco Tuesday! $2 tacos and $4 Pacifico drafts. Food is delicious, restaurant is super clean and staff is friendly and professional. Love Taqueria California!

    K G.

    I've eaten here multiple times, dining in and take out, and only have amazing things to say about this Mexican Restaurant. The outside is unassuming, although as soon as you walk in you are met with friendly faces and the staff are all so nice and welcoming. It's a casual place to relax and enjoy an amazing meal. The menu is extensive, which I love. I also personally love that there are lots of pictures so you can visualize what you are getting. The service was quick both when I've gotten things to go and when I've dined in the restaurant. My go-to is the vegetarian burrito. It is so flavorful and delicious! It's large in portion and it's enough for me to have leftovers for lunch the next day. I'm looking forward to branching out and trying some of their other menu items because there is so much on the list that looks delicious that I want to try!

    Free Chips and Salsa
    Daria S.

    We stopped by this strip mall Mexican place for a quick lunch with low expectations. The service was quick and the menu is extensive, including Agua Frescas like Horchata and Jamaica which were super tasty. I ordered two fish tacos which had just the right amount of hot sauce. My husband had the biggest and beefiest steak quesadilla I've ever seen. It was yummy and about an inch thick and at least a foot wide! Even though this spot is located in a strip mall and is unassuming from the exterior, the inside includes some nice touches like Mexican music, beautiful Mexican plates mounted on the walls, a few nice paintings and high ceilings. We really enjoyed the salsa Verde that came with the complementary chips at the beginning of the meal. We would like to return to try more menu items!

    Fresh home made chips and very flavorful salsas!

    See all

    4 months ago

    Helpful 18
    Thanks 8
    Love this 17
    Oh no 0

    5 months ago

    Helpful 7
    Thanks 4
    Love this 6
    Oh no 0

    2 months ago

    Helpful 4
    Thanks 0
    Love this 2
    Oh no 0

    15 days ago

    Helpful 0
    Thanks 0
    Love this 0
    Oh no 0
    Photo of Ana P.
    3
    18
    18

    1 month ago

    Helpful 1
    Thanks 0
    Love this 0
    Oh no 0

    9 months ago

    Helpful 3
    Thanks 1
    Love this 2
    Oh no 0

    4 months ago

    Helpful 2
    Thanks 1
    Love this 1
    Oh no 0

    3 months ago

    Helpful 0
    Thanks 0
    Love this 1
    Oh no 0

    8 months ago

    Helpful 3
    Thanks 1
    Love this 1
    Oh no 0

    2 years ago

    Helpful 3
    Thanks 0
    Love this 1
    Oh no 0

    1 year ago

    Helpful 0
    Thanks 0
    Love this 0
    Oh no 0

    9 months ago

    Helpful 1
    Thanks 0
    Love this 0
    Oh no 0
    Photo of K G.
    1032
    623
    1764

    1 year ago

    Helpful 30
    Thanks 9
    Love this 27
    Oh no 2

    2 months ago

    Helpful 0
    Thanks 0
    Love this 0
    Oh no 0

    3 months ago

    Helpful 0
    Thanks 0
    Love this 0
    Oh no 0

    8 months ago

    Helpful 1
    Thanks 0
    Love this 1
    Oh no 0

    8 months ago

    Helpful 0
    Thanks 0
    Love this 0
    Oh no 1
    Photo of John H.
    1
    248
    31

    9 months ago

    Helpful 1
    Thanks 0
    Love this 0
    Oh no 0

    4 months ago

    Amazing food. Best burritos in Sonoma County. They offer takeout and dine-in options, so you can get some good food whenever you want.

    Helpful 0
    Thanks 0
    Love this 0
    Oh no 0

    9 months ago

    Helpful 0
    Thanks 0
    Love this 0
    Oh no 0

    3 months ago

    Helpful 0
    Thanks 0
    Love this 0
    Oh no 0

    3 years ago

    Helpful 2
    Thanks 0
    Love this 1
    Oh no 0

    1 year ago

    Helpful 0
    Thanks 0
    Love this 0
    Oh no 0
    Photo of Paige C.
    241
    21
    3

    1 year ago

    Helpful 1
    Thanks 0
    Love this 0
    Oh no 4

    2 years ago

    Helpful 0
    Thanks 0
    Love this 0
    Oh no 1
    Photo of David C.
    130
    1004
    3634

    4 years ago

    Helpful 2
    Thanks 0
    Love this 1
    Oh no 0

    7 months ago

    Helpful 0
    Thanks 0
    Love this 0
    Oh no 0

    4 months ago

    Helpful 0
    Thanks 0
    Love this 0
    Oh no 0

    2 years ago

    Helpful 1
    Thanks 0
    Love this 0
    Oh no 1

    1 year ago

    Helpful 0
    Thanks 0
    Love this 1
    Oh no 0

    9 months ago

    Room was cold and carne asada meat was dry. It was at the end of the day so I can kind of understand why.

    Helpful 0
    Thanks 0
    Love this 0
    Oh no 0
    Photo of Cyn T.
    102
    732
    4267

    4 years ago

    Helpful 1
    Thanks 0
    Love this 0
    Oh no 0

    1 year ago

    Love their tacos. Authentic food. Even splurge and buy the hard shell bc it's also amazing! Eat here for takeout at least every two weeks

    Helpful 0
    Thanks 0
    Love this 0
    Oh no 0
    Photo of Lila D.
    31
    113
    19

    2 years ago

    Helpful 0
    Thanks 0
    Love this 0
    Oh no 1
    Photo of Dennis S.
    17
    614
    100

    3 years ago

    Helpful 1
    Thanks 0
    Love this 0
    Oh no 0
    Photo of Michaela C.
    220
    101
    151

    2 years ago

    Helpful 0
    Thanks 0
    Love this 0
    Oh no 0

    1 year ago

    Helpful 0
    Thanks 0
    Love this 0
    Oh no 0

    1 year ago

    Helpful 0
    Thanks 0
    Love this 0
    Oh no 0
    Photo of Amber
    0
    13
    1

    1 year ago

    Helpful 0
    Thanks 0
    Love this 0
    Oh no 0
    Photo of Kelly C.
    138
    13
    2

    3 years ago

    Helpful 1
    Thanks 0
    Love this 0
    Oh no 0

    Page 1 of 4

    Taqueria California - Windsor Reviews in Other Languages

    Ask the Community - Taqueria California - Windsor

    What's in the fish burrito?

    Rice, beans, grilled fish, cheese, guacamole, and sour cream.

    Don’t See Your Question? Ask Away!

    You might also consider

    Pezcow - Mango Salsa

    Pezcow

    4.3(157 reviews)
    1.3 mi
    $$

    We stopped at PezCow in Healdsburg based on Yelp reviews--and we're so glad we did! We started with…read morethe guacamole and freshly fried chicharrones, which came out literally crackling hot -- they were absolutely delicious! I had the shrimp taco--flavorful, though a bit on the mushy side. My husband had the chile relleno, which was good, but the sauce was very spicy (a heads-up for those sensitive to heat). The service was excellent, and the restaurant was clean and welcoming. Overall, a great experience and one we'd definitely recommend if you're in the area.

    I love this place. My wife told me about the brunch buffet and we decided to give it a try…read more Problem is I'm on a Keto diet so there ate a lot of things I can't eat. I was hoping they had mole but they didn't, which might have been too carby anyway. I was pleased to see that the menudo didn't have corn in it making it something I can have. The menudo was excellent, they don't skimp on the tripe and it tasted great, especially with the chili oil at end of the buffet. The Birria was also very good and I had to try the nopales con huevos which was okay. I wish I could have the tortillas that are made in site, my wife loved them enough to wrap a few up to take home. However had I not been writing a Yelp review I would have just had more menudo instead. It's just that good. I suppose one thing to know is about the long communal tables. In case that's a problem for anyone.

    Photos
    Pezcow - Inside

    Inside

    Pezcow - Flautas Ahogadas

    Flautas Ahogadas

    Pezcow - Ground beef tacos (lightly spiced)

    See all

    Ground beef tacos (lightly spiced)

    El Gallo Negro - Guacamole for the table

    El Gallo Negro

    3.5(256 reviews)
    1.3 mi
    $$

    Best burritos in Sonoma County. Try the Surf and Turf or the Super Steak Burrito- can't go wrong…read morewith either. I wanted to try more on their menu so I came back and tried the enchiladas (green) they were very tasty and my friend had The Molcajete also yummy, but that itself is enough to feed 2 people. Oh and definitely try their margaritas

    Solid, unassuming Mexican place that's all about the fun ambience. As someone else wrote, this…read morerestaurant is HOPPING -- we ended up sitting in what's almost of a storefront because of the size of our group (6), although there's a nicer dining area inside as well as a whole bar area. Service could not have been better or nicer. Chips and salsa both excellent; the folks in our group who'd been here before ordered the guacamole even before we sat down. I love how guacamole is slightly different in each restaurant -- this guac is super fresh and really delicious! One friend wasn't super hungry and so got the chicken tortilla soup -- just know their portions are LARGE. So soup truly is a meal in itself! Two of us got salads -- a friend got the taco salad, and I got the chicken tortilla salad. Honestly, I'd probably get the taco salad next time, but not in the tortilla -- the chicken in my salad was deep fried (I know, I'm in a Mexican place, what did I expect?) and so it kind of overpowered everything. Others got burritos, tacos -- and everyone gave approving "Moos" of enjoyment as they ate. Great drink menu, ice-cold beer. Definitely someplace I'd return to!

    Photos
    El Gallo Negro - Special drinks with a bubble on top. Fun!

    Special drinks with a bubble on top. Fun!

    El Gallo Negro - Taco salad

    Taco salad

    El Gallo Negro - Holiday drinks.

    See all

    Holiday drinks.

    Agave | Mexican Restaurant & Tequila Bar - Ceviche

    Agave | Mexican Restaurant & Tequila Bar

    4.1(510 reviews)
    7.2 mi
    $$

    We were recommended to this restaurant and we are SOO happy that we did! We came on a Saturday…read morearound brunch time and seated right away. We chose to sit outside because it was a beautiful day, a few flies, but nothing too aggressive. Our waitress was bubbly, engaging and knowledgeable about the menu. We ordered a variety of items for lunch. To begin our experience, we tried a mole sampler with chips and salsa. The Molly tasted rich and authentic. Then.. we tried the shredded chicken nachos...a classic delicious favorite. The Carne Asada tostada was super delicious, had just a little too much lettuce. And the Las poblanas was a wonderfully amazing mix of grilled chicken, carne Asada, prawns... and mushrooms... with both corn and flour tortillas. Soooo good. To top off our experience, we ordered their delicious caramel cream filled churros, topped with strawberry glaze, a spicy cucumber margarita and classic spicy lime margarita on the rocks! They were mixed so well and balanced perfectly. I love a delicious margarita! I would recommend this place 10 times over!!! I'm not in the area much but when I come back, I will definitely eat here again!

    This was our first time dining here, and my wife and I came with a friend who has enjoyed this…read morerestaurant several times in the past. The service was good overall, but the biggest disappointment was the food. Three of us ordered the Coastal Fish Bowl, a dish our friend had always enjoyed during his previous visits. While the combination of vegetables, black beans, and cheese had pleasant flavors, the fish was the main issue. The menu describes the dish as featuring sea bass, but the fish served was actually swai (also known as basa), a much less expensive farm-raised freshwater fish. I am very familiar with swai and could immediately recognize that it was not the fish described on the menu. Additionally, the menu stated that the fish was grilled, but it was actually lightly battered and deep-fried. The description also mentioned that the dish came with tortillas, but none were provided. Overall, the menu description was significantly misleading and did not accurately represent what was served. While our experience was not ruined by the service, it was only adequate and did not make up for the disappointment with the food. A restaurant's menu should accurately reflect the ingredients and preparation methods so guests can have the experience they are expecting.

    Photos
    Agave | Mexican Restaurant & Tequila Bar
    Agave | Mexican Restaurant & Tequila Bar - Taste of Oaxaca

    Taste of Oaxaca

    Agave | Mexican Restaurant & Tequila Bar - Bar Seating

    See all

    Bar Seating

    Taqueria California - Windsor - mexican - Updated September 2026

    Loading...
    Loading...
    Loading...