There are a lot of taquerias out there that serve run-of-the-mill food: not bad but nothing special, nothing memorable. Taqueria La Bamba is not one of these places. Upon recommendation from a friend, I stopped here with my parents on our way back from a day hike in the Cascades. My friend recommended we try the huaraches, so my parents ordered those. I saw pollo con mole on the menu and decided to try that. The staff offered me a taste of the mole first and it was delicious. I really loved the whole meal, as it's rare to find homemade mole and homemade tortillas. If I lived a little closer, I would go back more often. If you live nearby, go here! The food is delicious, service is excellent and the portions generous. Enjoy! read more

Taqueria La Bamba - Pollo con mole! - Mexican Near Me - Monroe, Washington

I mean this place is pure flames. I could leave it at that but I'll drop you some knowledge. This place is arguably the #1 Mexican restaurant in the game (for Monroe) at the moment. Don't hit me with that "oh Ixtapas better" nah, they ain't even top 5. This place has top tier carne asada tacos, everything you would ever want from a carne asada taco is captured beautifully. Oh but it ain't just carne asada all their tacos are HIGH KEY Slappers, the type that may just bring a tear down your eye type slappers. They got good prices for the times were in and they'll be nice to you to, because they're good people. You're doing a disservice to yourself if you haven't had them yet and live in Monroe, my moms loves their Caldo too and she would know what's good with caldo, she's straight out of Toluca (no cap). Oh and did I mention the SAUCE is easily a 99 overall?? Cmon now bruh go get this read more

First time in place - I liked it! My carna asada had a hearty serving of steak and the sides of rice, beans and the lettuce-tomato salad - but I definitely missed the guacamole. The flour tortillas were fresh, hot and good enough to eat with nothing at all. Service was 5-Star from beginning to end. There is a lot of pride in this place - and understandably so. The 5th star (for me) could have been in some salt on the fried tostadas and a splotch of guac on the carna asada plate. The strip mall feel is a bummer for this place but it is clean and there is plenty of parking. I will be back - you should definitely give it a try. read more

Taqueria La Bamba - Fried tostadas and salsas. The salsas platter is cool - ranging from whimpy (for me) to lava-hot (not for me) and a couple in-between. - Mexican Near Me - Monroe, Washington

Most authentic food in Monroe, and that says a lot since we have like 1200 Mexican restaurants. The restaurant it's self is very clean, the staff friendly enough, an excellent variety of options. I love the pozole and Caldo soup. read more

Very friendly. Great food. They don't discriminate. I have been coming here for several years now. Prices are also very good with good portions. read more

*Really solid mole and a lot of food for 12 bucks *Their salsas are good but make sure to ask which ones are hot cause two are pretty wicked *New go to for Mexican food in Monroe read more

Taqueria La Bamba - Mexican Near Me - Monroe, Washington

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This place used to be a 5 star but the attitude lowered it to 3 stars. I called in an order and she said 15 mins. Showed up and asked for my order and she said I never called. And I must have been mistaken. I showed her on my phone that I had called. Her snarky attitude changed immediately! read more

This may be my first ever review, but that's because this place is bomb. My fiancé is from Southern CA and he talks trash 100% of the time about the Mexican food in Washington, and so far every place in Monroe lived up to that. But then we found this beautiful gem, and have been here like 4 times in the last few weeks. Their tacos are killer, the burritos are awesome, and the salsa is great. Don't go to any other Mexican joints in town, this the one to hit. read more

We have come here a few times now and found it small but pleasant, food has been very good, service has been great also, it looks like you have to order at the desk but ask for a menu and they will serve the table. read more

I wish I can do 5 stars because the food is amazing. The salsas they serve are super hot that's the way I eat lol. I visit this place about 1s a month and it is always great experience. Highly recommended. However make sure you get there before 8pm, apparently they close earlier on winter and spring. :). That's what Magaly, one of the employees there told us last night. Even know they have 10am to 9pm on they're door. read more

I would come back for the food. I got Carne Asada Plate, very flavorful. I'm glad that I found a place locally for a good solid Mexican food. read more

Stopped in on a whim after a long day at Stevens Pass and was so pleased with both food and service. The serving size on the pozole is HUGE. Nothing like a massive bowl of stew to warm you up after a long day on the hill. Yum!! read more

Taqueria La Bamba - The pozole! - Mexican Near Me - Monroe, Washington

Great authentic food! You can make most soups into a main dish with a side of rice and beans instead. I always get the Barria which is phenomenal. They make their own corn tortillas which beat any store bought or other restaurant. Make sure you look up online what some of the dishes are if your not familiar. Also chips and salsa does not come with your meal like most Mexican restaurants. They also do not serve alcohol. So if your wanting great meal without the other things there is no where else you should go! read more

Virtuosity is doing the common uncommonly well. We picked up a large takeout order that included some quesadillas, and folks said they were remarkably good. I also thought their guac was delicious (yay no jalapeños!) and even though they don't do chips, they made us some toasted tortillas, which was very thoughtful. They also graciously provided EXACTLY what I asked for when I ordered off the menu to address food allergies (you wouldn't believe how hard it is to order food without common garnishes). read more

How can anyone eat at any other Mexican food restaurant in the valley? Those bland, 5-ingredient menus that leave you stuffed and numb (especially after eating baskets of high calorie chips). This eatery is fantastic! I had the best tongue taco I have ever had in my life -- the meat so tender and tasty! Also tried the ceviche toastada which was refreshing on a hot day. A grilled jalapeño pepper graces each plate. A tray of 4 sauces/salsas are brought to the table and explained. The service was super friendly. The prices are great. The atmosphere 'authentic' with a loud television set to Spanish-speaking news shows. Freaking HEAVEN! read more

I am not Mr. 5 star but really every time we have gone to this place it is The Bomb. Good service, pretty busy, fresh food. Birria and tacos, oh my! Yes the salsas are "warm" but very tasty. Oddly this location has been better than the Mt. Vernon/Burlington restaurant. Still my favorite close by Mexican restaurant. read more

Amazing. Authentic street tacos, delicious - it was like a friend's mom making family recipes for you. The salsas are not for the faint of heart but well worth a try. They have the more unusual meats like Lengua and Tripa which I highly recommend you try. read more

Taqueria La Bamba - The taco combination - Mexican Near Me - Monroe, Washington

The most authentic Mexican food I've found in this state, so far! Their spicy pork tacos are amazing. Everything I've had there tastes exactly like my friend's mom just made it - awesome. It's always a good sign when you walk into a place like that, and all of the customers are Latin. I've never actually stayed there to eat, only gotten stuff to go. They package it very thoughtfully so nothing drips, they put cellophane on the bottom of the plates, so nothing leaks through. When's the last time you got Mexican food to go and there wasn't salsa everywhere?! The answer is never. But if you go here, they'll make sure you have no mess! Extremely delicious food, and the staff is very friendly, helpful and sweet. It's worth the drive to Monroe - I live in Redmond - we still come once a week! read more

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Would have given a 5 star but I ordered a taco combo that was 3 tacos. I received 2 tacos that was the lunch special. 1 dollar difference so not a big deal. I had the carne asada which was average but good and one with carnitas and this was delicious. Lots of meat with the cilantro onion and radish. Rice and beans good. I had this order to go or I'm sure they would have made order right given the oportunity. Counter help was very pleasant and efficient. I will go back again they have really great items to choose from. read more

Taqueria La Bamba - Mexican Near Me - Monroe, Washington

The food is good at a reasonable price. The front desk "hostess" is awful. She was rude and condescending. She was so disrespectful and cold to my family, that we will not be back while she is still employed there. read more

One of the BEST Mexican restaurants in Monroe! The food is authentic and over the top delicious! I highly recommend it!

It's a real mexican food place with authentic mexican candy. Parking is easy. great location to fill up your gas next door while your Togo order is being filled. read more

I've been meaning to post this for awhile. I LOVE this place. Sometimes there is a long wait for the food, but it doesn't faze me, because the food is great. I have been here 11 times now, and it has been high quality each time. The Posole is the best that I have ever had in a restaurant, seriously, if you haven't tried it...it is a must. read more

Bomb tacos! You get a variety of salsas with your meal, all of them very tasty. Fresh made aguas frescas every day, and handmade tortillas on request! Hands down the best food around and excellent service. read more

While the restaurant is nicer than the Mt Vernon location, the food isn't quite as good. The carne tacos weren't as flavorful and tender. The deep friend tortillas that came with the avocado dip (which is delicious according to my guacamole-loving husband) had pools of grease on them we had to blot off. That should have been done in the kitchen. The counter staff of young women wasn't very friendly. We happened to arrive when their credit card machine was broken so they were cash only. Our view of the door saw that a lot of people read the sign on their door and turned around and left. It was okay, but since Monroe isn't that close to me, I think I'd drive to Mount Vernon if I am craving their food. read more

My wife is hispanic, and she's very particular about where we eat Mexican food. But this restaurant is the restaurant that she compares every place to. She'll say "La Bamba is better". And it always is! They have delicious authentic food that you wouldnt find at most places like sopes and tacos de lengua. I usually order carne asada tacos and sopes. The food is amazing and the workers here are very polite and personable. We drive from Kirkland to come eat here! We highly recommend!! read more

Great food. Ordered 3 tacos and the pollo asado plate. Great service (very friendly), delicious corn tortillas, very yum. Will be back to Monroe for the tasty food. Glad e found this place! read more

Call ahead. This place is open and closed whenever they feel like it. Don't pay any attention to those hours listed on the door. I've come by several times during listed hours and it's closed. Good food though. read more

We stopped in to see what this restaurant had to offer and were very happy by what we received. We ordered carne Asada tacos and carne Asada burritos, with a side of guacamole. Everything was AMAZING! even the beer was a revelation! Corona served with a frosty glass rimmed with Spicy salt. We've officially found our favorite Mexican food stop. We will be back many, many times. read more

So we walked into this place and it was filled with locals which is a good sign. The guy at the front was beyond helpful making sure that we ordered exactly what we wanted. I got the Corona as a beer and it came with a collie salt rimmed glass and lime and wow what an addition. The salsa plate they provide gives you he spectrum that you would expect and it is on par to what they say the spice would be. Overall this place is true Mexican food and as gringos seeking Mexican food this place is one of the unicorns. read more

Good tacos for anywhere let alone the west side. Just had basic carne asado tacos. Would try something else if I went back.

Outstanding authentic Mexican food , open every day with consistent quality , not like the hit and miss taco trucks . I recently discovered this place and it's now my go to place for authentic Mexican food . Jim , Snohomish. read more

Best Mexican food around. I recommend the steak tacos. I am like a preacher for this place. Money well spent. Always happy when I leave. They have all the Mexican beers and they use a candy chilly coating on the rim. I was skeptical at first now I love! Looks like a taco truck inside and always blasting Mexican soap operas but take one bite and Mexican band will start playing in your head and your transported to Mexico! Best Mexican EVER!!! ROCK ON! read more

I moved here from California years ago, from the land of abundant good Mexican food. I've had lots of very good Mexican food but La Bamba isn't just good Mexican food. It's the best! Not only is it the best Mexican, but the best food anywhere . You simply cannot beat the quality and the prices anywhere. Try the pork tacos, the birria, anything with the asada beef. It's all good! I come every week to get my fix! Loooove it!! You will to! read more

At first I thought they were pricey for a hole in the wall restaurant, but they were really good tacos. I was bummed that they don't offer chips on the menu, especially when their salsa is good too. It was a good place to grab a quick bite to eat. read more

I actually parked here to have a burger at Five Guys next door, but noticed that this taqueria was packed with Mexican families, work crews, couples, and when the pretty girl came out to water the flours the smell made me veer away from the burger chain and WOW am I ever glad! These are without question the best tacos I have had north of San Diego, and better than many of the SD shops. The chicken, two kinds of pork (pulled and chopped) were amazing - garnished with fresh cilantro and served with store made green chili and red salsas. The tacos are garnished with a grilled jalepeno, scallion, and sliced raw radish - which will be added to my own tacos at home as they are fantastic accents. I like to fish the Skykomish River and you can bet I will stop for tacos every time I am in the area during business hours. read more

I ordered carne asada street tacos with light cilantro. I received my tacos with extra extra cilantro... The meat for the carne asada was chewy and full of fatty gristle. I was starving so I had to eat it, but I will not be back. It was very unsatisfying. read more

Pretty good food. Needs some managerial skills. Depending on who's cooking depends on if chicken is moist or dry and you get jalapeños and onions with order. Also been put on hold twice and never picked back up. I've been in industry for 20 years and I can tell when people are genuinely happy or just placating. There is one gal that is rarely there that is very nice and you can tell she has a stake in the game. She needs to be there more or the father that owns needs to spend some time polishing skills there or I can see things going downhill. I do like food when the right person is cooking but you can tell the family members running store only care about the payday and are not experienced enough to crack the whip!! read more

I love this place, the staff is super friendly and they always have great authentic food and great sauces too it's very similar to the taco truck by the laundry Mat, but it's more family style sit down which is nice. read more

Great enchiladas! Beware the spicy salsa is spicy hot, and in a good way!!! Will be back next time in Monroe