I was incredibly hungry after adventuring in the mountains and needed food to-go but really didn't want fast food. I would be hitting Placerville around 7:30pm on a weekday and options were limited. This place had decent Yelp reviews, so I gave it a try... and it was a fantastic end to a really terrific day. Things to note: -This is probably the only restaurant I've been to post-covid that didn't ask me for a tip when I put my credit card in. I didn't have much cash with me, but dropped a few bills in the tip jar. Next time I come back, I will be sure to leave more! -It was at the end of the day, but service was prompt. -This is also one of the few taqerias I've been too lately lately that still has a free chip and salsa bar. I was really hungry and appreciated freshly made chips! -The first bite ofmy chili relleno burrito pure joy! It was loaded with guacamole with just the right amount of jalapeño and cilantro. There was zero skimping in this thing! I kept expecting to get to a place in the burrito where there would be no guacamole, and that never happened. I should've only eaten half the burrito, but I devoured the entire thing. This is definitely a place I will return to next time I'm passing through Placerville! read more

Tijuana Taqueria - Chile Relleno Burrito Loaded with guacamole! - Mexican Near Me - Placerville, California

Very good Carnitas. Don't let the outside stop you from trying this place. I've only had the carnitas Street tacos and beans and rice. It was very good reasonably priced friendly employees. Good salsa bar read more

One of the best authentic Mexican food Everything is well cooked there And I love the presentation read more

I live in Fair Oaks my parents live in Pollock Pines. I have stopped many times at this place and have brought my parents, brother and son here two times. I love the food and everything about the restaurant. I will be back! read more

BEST MEXICAN FOOD EVER! Family owned and operated! Nicest people you'll ever want to meet, quick service, great food, quantity and great prices!! read more

Fresh, flavorful food, fair prices. They have a little salsa bar with some decent salsas. I'm not crazy about their chips and I wish they had ice for their drinks. read more

I regularly eat at this place. It's always delicious and one of the best Mexican restaurants around here. Service is great and the owner is super nice and accommodating. Plenty of seating inside and a small outdoor area also. My favorite is the chicken quesadilla. The carnitas is one of the best I have had and they have a nice family meal including that. Will be back again and again. read more

Food is excellent. Clean fresh great salsa bar. Best Mexican food in placerville. Mole is good. Posole is excellent. Chips are good salsa bar is absolutely over the top and the people there are very accommodating. Prices are different then the prices on site ( almost double) read more

I find this Mexican restaurant is very good. The service is excellent and done in a timely manner. I love the chicken tacos the most . The enchiladas com in a close second. The restaurant is very clean and the employees are very friendly and considerate read more

I've been wanting to try Tijuana Taqueria for a while. It's a bit out of the way at the east end of Placerville on Broadway. I ordered a 2 item combo dinner to go. I ordered a hard shell crispy beef taco and a chicken enchilada. It came with rice and beans. When I got the order home, I discovered a soft taco and not a hard shell crispy taco I had ordered. Bummer. Everything else was accurate. The soft beef taco was good and tasted fresh but it's not what I wanted. The chicken enchilada was spot on. The mild salsa on the side was watery and also spicier and hotter than "mild". The Mexican rice was excellent and so were the beans. read more

Tijuana Taqueria - Soft beef taco, chicken enchilada combo with rice and beans - Mexican Near Me - Placerville, California

Being that this is the only tacoria in Sly Park, for 3yrs now my family and I have enjoyed going there! Kid friendly and huge kid plates my sons loved their tacos and chicken nugget meals(sorry no pictures were taken for the kids plate read more

Tijuana Taqueria - Steak burrito and the Fish taco plate was so yummy and filling - Mexican Near Me - Placerville, California

Unassuming place with amazing good, the salsa bar with chips has a nice variety of salsas! These tacos were stuffed full, can't wait to go back! read more

Tijuana Taqueria - Mexican Near Me - Placerville, California

The fish n chips were delicious While waiting for my order several people walked right up paid and left. That's when I realize the best way to order from this restaurant is to call it in and just pick it up. The food was well worth waiting for and they do have some outdoor tables if you want to eat there. read more

Hands-down, the best Taqueria I've been to in a long time. Carnitas, enchiladas and burritos are all excellent. In particular, the enchiladas suisas are some of the best I've ever had. My wife and I always try to stop here when we're passing through Placerville. A great find. read more

This place has excellent food, a salsa bar with chips. The chips were a bit on the over cooked side but that was the only negative. I would most definitely still come back anytime I'm traveling through this area. I ordered the fried crispy tacos both chicken and carnitas and both were amazing. The beans and rice was very authentic with good flavor as well. The staff were friendly and the seating was table seating. It's a small place but the food is bomb and the green and red salsa had a lot of flavor as well. Can't wait to come back. read more

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Absolutely the best caritas in Placerville! We have been eating there for years. The staff is always friendly :-) read more

I've been enjoying the carnitas from this family run business for decades! Looks like papa is handing the reigns to a new generation. Still THE best carnitas in the county! Going strong. read more

Very good Mexican Food! Very Nice Owners. Not a large Seating Area, but Clean and Comfortable if you decide to eat in. read more

I've eaten here several times, and every visit is a 10/10 experience. It's got a great environment, The staff are always so friendly and welcoming, and the food is consistently amazing -- fresh, flavorful, and clearly made with care. Easily one of my favorite spots! read more

Wonderful food and great people. Family owned. Especially love the chili verde and carnitas

Excellent food, I wish this place had a location in San Diego! The service was excellent, the restaurant was clean, and the chips/ salsa bar were excellent too. read more

The food is very good and authentic. The staff is very professional and personable. I'll definitely keep coming back!

Had the carne asada fries, it was good! welcoming atmosphere, and polite service! Fair prices as well!

The food is here is absolutely amazing! I've been looking for a good adobada outside of Mexico. Fell in love with adobada there and haven't found something that was as good until this place. 10/10 recommend. Don't skip this place. read more

Tijuana Taqueria is a hidden gem that has some of the best Mexican food in the Placerville area. It's off the beaten path, but easy to get to right off the freeway. We stopped here after our visit to Apple Hill. Their sign on the wall says "You deserve healthy good food!" The dining room is bigger than a fast food place and seats 22 people. We arrived at 2:15 and there were still about 15 people eating. There is another dining room that also seats 22 people. Delicious food. Super clean, super friendly folks. Food everywhere is outrageously expensive, and this place is on par with local prices. I had the Tijuana Bowl which was $13. The hub had a chili rellano with rice and beans and it was also $13. I would highly recommend this place. read more

Good food good service established business in placerville been eating there for a long time

As a connoisseur of Mexican food, having grown up eating homemade Mexican dishes prepared by my mother, I feel highly qualified to say that Tijuana Taqueria is fantastic! This restaurant stands out as one of the best, if not the best, Mexican restaurants in all of Placerville and El Dorado County. Tijuana Taqueria may not be a fancy place--it's a cozy hole in the wall with a salsa bar and tasty chips. However, what it lacks in glamour, it more than makes up for in flavor. The food here has that authentic homemade taste and flavor that is hard to find. If you enjoy great Mexican food, this is a must-visit. The dishes are delicious and truly capture the essence of homemade Mexican cuisine. Highly recommended! read more

This is easily accessible from highway 50 on the way to Tahoe. The enchiladas were my favorite! We tried the green tamale that was delicious and made in the morning. I personally enjoyed the homemade horchata too. Service was attentive and fast! The inside was clean. read more

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This is my go to taqueria when I have gathers. We always get the carnitas platter (sometimes more than one) with extra pico and rice and beans. Always a hit with family and friends! read more

A bit out of town, but worth the drive. The chicken enchilada suiza were wonderful. The restaurant was attractive and the server was very friendly. read more

Tijuana Taqueria - Sign - Mexican Near Me - Placerville, California

Really good food, service and friendly staff. Never have gone away hungry lol The tamales are especially good

Home cooking like my Grandma made..... the place is small but has.a true Hispanic charm ....right down to the salsa and chips. Portions are way large... and prices a great value.... Less than a thin in and out burger..... So glad they survived Covid closeting ..... We have had most things on the menu. I love Carne asada burritos.....my husband goes for chicken tacos and beef taco... please stop by.....small hole in the wall places like this are true gems... If you don't support them they will be gone !,,,, Fast also for take away . Cheers read more

The food I've had here has all been excellent. I'm fond of their crispy shredded beef tacos, veggie burrito (it has grilled veggies as well as the usual ingredients) and, a particular favorite, their chile rellenos. Cannot say much about the ambiance, except it's always clean. I usually just order at the take out counter. The food is prepared fresh. read more

This place is really, really good. The chef has been there over two decades but just took it over as her own. The new menu reflects this. The food she is making is unbelievable. Very nice people. Enjoy! read more

Excellent food. Great service. Best Mexican food in the area. Worth the trip. Wet Burritos are huge. We also love the Taco Salad! read more

I love this place it's by far the best Mexican food in placerville the only thing I don't really care for are the chips but everything else is perfect read more

Delicious food and I like the enchiladas with carnitas. Refreshing horchata too. Very kind atmosphere and a nice clean place to eat at. Muy Rico! Gracias read more

Closest thing you get to authentic food in Placerville! The people there have to make this place a million times better they are all so so nice and accommodating and make you feel right at home. Love sitting in there and grabbing chips for the table and the decorations are very cute. A tv or two in there would be nice. read more

I ordered a bean and cheese burrito enchilada style (red, wet) and got tomato sauce on the burrito. Terrible! The guy said that's how they make it where they're from in Mexico. He said he has 5? kids to support. I've been there before and not gotten sauce like that. Won't go back and won't support inauthentic Mexican food at this place. read more

Great authentic Mexican cuisine. Great owners great service, good people. I love going there!! And you can't beat the prices or the service!! read more