Came here on a Saturday evening and there was a constant stream of people coming here, so that was…read morea good sign. Carnitas soft tacos: 5/5. Delicious. Perfectly cooked meat (just the right amount of crispiness), and the cilantro, onions, and spice were spot on. I will be back.

All four locations have fantastic food. Quick and delicious. Have been to all of them several times.read more

We're visiting from the Bay Area. This was our first time at Manuel's. It will not be our last!…read more The restaurant is cute and reminds me of a Mexican restaurants I grew up going to. Beautiful decor, fresh flowers & friendly staff. The chips & salsa were fresh and delicious. The salsa had a different flavor. I'm not a chef. But it reminded me a little of adobo (maybe)? Whatever it was we all really enjoyed it. The guac was creamy and limey. Most of us got combination plates. I got the 2 items: a cheese enchilada with the carne asada taco (it's a bit of an up charge & it was definitely worth it!) the asada was so delicious! Chewy and flavorful. The enchilada sauce was perfect too. My husband's combo plate, was similar but he got 3 items, including a pork tamale. He said it was great. Other things of note: the beans were good & not runny, according to others as I don't eat beans. Rice - so good, my kid ate an entire side of it. Loved the rice. Chili verde - incredible accounting to my MIL Daily lunch specials were repriced very reasonably & there's several options.

First time visiting Manuel's. The atmosphere is cosy and welcoming. My mom and I were seated right…read moreaway at a nice table by the window, though my mom felt it was too cramped. The service was amazing. I had the daily special, which included a salad, tea or coffee, and ice cream. The potions were too big for me to finish, but overall it was delicious. The mole especially was excellent.

By far my favorite taqueria in Aptos. Come here anytime we're in town and we come from Orange…read moreCounty! Their food is fresh and they're always friendly. My daughter got the carne asada nachos, I got the super quesadilla, and my little one got two carne asada tacos plain. It was all hot and yummy. Chips were warm and crunchy. Will keep coming here whenever we can!

Yay for good Mexican food. Gordos hits it on the nose. The service was quick and accommodating,…read moreespecially the girl at the front. I like to sit by the big windows and look at the green outside, it's peaceful. All food is served hot and very well seasoned. Their carnitas is the bomb!

I believe this place is permanently closed and replaced by another restaurant…read more Food was good. Service and ambience okay.

Food was excellent, after a couple of tweaks for us vegans!…read more The veggie burrito (without crema and cheese) is so delicious! It tastes like the best seasoned fajitas but wrapped up in a tortilla. The veggie comes in a spinach tortilla, which makes you feel like you are eating so healthy too! They have amazing hot sauces. We could only have 2/3 because one has crema, but wow they were delicious. The red salsa they serve with their chips (which were fresh as can be the two times we ate here in the past month) was scrumptious. It is clear that someone in the kitchen cares enough to cook with great spices, and to make sure things are done incredibly - not overcooked, not undercooked, not overseasoned, not underseasoned. The food is amazingly flavorful. The person who helped us was incredibly kind. We were greeted with a smile and she seemed to really enjoy meeting our needs. That was really refreshing in a world where everyone seems to be in a hurry to get somewhere else. It led to a great experience. The place itself is definitely not fancy. There's a little patio out back that is cute. We ate at a table directly in front of the window. We now make this a destination when we are hanging out along the Monterey Bay as it is truly one of the best spots for a quick bite of Mexican food that is super flavorful!

We went there after long time. We ordered our usual spinach cheese pupusuas and veggie burrito…read more They did not have spinach and they told we can fo Loroco and Cheese and they told it is vegetarian, we took a chance and then I was looking up Loroco as i was not familiar with that and never tried it. Loroco is an edible, unopened flower bud from a Central American vine, and is a staple in Salvadoran cuisine, especially in pupusas. When the dish came it just tasted like spinach! Take a look at the pictures. Burritos was were i was disappointed, the gave a platter instead of Burrito, but they quickly complied to take it back wrapped it up in tortilla. But when we split rice and bean was on one side and vegetables on the other, which diluted the whole experience. We got another burrito to go, which was also folded wrong Wow I learnt how wrong way of folding a Burritos can bring this much difference. Also their Jalapenos were not having the kick. So this trip did not turn out well. So reducing a star. Hope next time they will earn it back. .

For what it is 5 stars based on quality of food, friendly serve, portions and price. I've been here…read morebefore, but first time I brought the family and they loved it as well. The interior is small and quant.

Food- grabbed a breakfast burrito and peed the dog…read more Service- one lady who took food and prepared it. Ambiance- zero on a weekday in between meals. New hours on the service window, so... AI (so it sounds EpiC!!!!!!!!) says: "San Marco Taqueria in Capitola is a pretty popular spot, known for its solid Mexican food, and their breakfast burrito is definitely a crowd favorite! If I remember right, their breakfast burritos are loaded with a good mix of eggs, bacon or sausage, hash browns, and cheese, all wrapped in a soft flour tortilla. They've got that perfect balance of hearty and comforting--plus, their salsa is pretty legit! Have you been there before or just heard good things about their breakfast burrito?" The breakfast burrito was hot. (temperature-wise) It was filled with plenty of fillings, but potatoes and eggs only go so far. The winning solution was the salsa in the ketchup squeeze bottle looking things at the window. Unfortunately, I ran low on that stuff not even half way consuming the burrito. Fortunately, the burrito was a decent size. Win some, lose some. Got a chorizo breakfast burrito and wasn't overwhelmed by the meat content. Sort of wanted that to happen. Nice outdoor seating with a window to the outside, probably for serving customers who didn't want a roof. Bowls of water (a couple, at least) for the dog were found outside. Don't forget the salsa. (That's your flavor...everything else...meh...)

San Marcos is an absolute standout in Capitola, especially if you appreciate truly great tacos. The…read morecarnitas tacos are incredible--tender, juicy, and packed with flavor, with just the right amount of crispiness. The carne asada tacos are equally impressive: perfectly grilled, bold, and satisfying in every bite. We dined on the patio on a beautiful Capitol day. What really sets this place apart, though, are the homemade tortillas--hands down some of the best you'll find anywhere. Warm, soft, and flavorful, they elevate every taco and make the whole meal feel special and authentically homemade. Service is quick and friendly. The rice and beans are delicious and comforting, clearly made with care, and round out the plate perfectly. Generous portions, amazing flavors, and those unforgettable tortillas make San Marcos a must-visit. If you love real-deal Mexican food, this place does not disappoint

The food had Big portions and flavors hostess was friendly and kind…read more I will definitely come back

We went here around 2 pm on a Sunday and it was empty. The woman who greeted us was very…read morefriendly. My daughter ordered a carnitas burrito and I didn't have to ask her if she liked it. It disappeared pretty quickly. I ordered two tacos ala carte: grilled chicken and al pastor. They were both decent portions and very tasty. My tacos were a bit too spicy for me. I'm not sure if they have a less spicy salsa or not. The food took a long time to come out. That was surprising since we were the only ones there. The prices were decent. The food was good. I would go back.

My hubby and I first tried Dos Pescados on our honeymoon last year, and we absolutely loved it! The…read moreoysters, carne asada plate, and fish tacos were all delicious. We enjoyed it so much that we came back the very next day and met some of the sweetest servers. Fast forward a year later, and we were a little disappointed to see that the carne asada plate and oysters had been removed from the menu. That said, after trying some of their current dishes, we were happy to find that the food was still just as delicious, even if it was a bit different from what we remembered. The only downside for me was the fish tacos. I remember loving them the first time around, but this visit they tasted a bit fishier than I expected and were slightly overcooked. A special shoutout to the young gentleman working this Wednesday afternoon! He was incredibly patient, seemed to be handling just about everything on his own, and maintained such a positive attitude the entire time. As for the food, everything else was very yummy, and the complimentary chips and salsa alone deserve five stars. My hubby really enjoyed his meal, and despite a couple of small disappointments, we're excited to come back and try more of the menu.

So glad they went back to the original Palapas menu…read more Bartenders are great! Very friendly and engaging. Service can get slow during live music events but otherwise I really enjoy coming here

I looked up the highest rated mexican food in Santa Cruz and I'm so glad this place popped up and…read morelived up to the hype. I will definitely be hitting this place up post surf when I'm in the area. We got the ceviche in salsa roja. For $25 it fed the two of us perfectly and I have a big appetite. I ordered an extra side of tostada chips for $2. The ceviche was so tasty with crunchy bits of mango, onion, and cucumber. It was super spicy but we love spice. The people next to us ordered shrimp tacos and we're just saying 'damn so good' with each bite so those are a hit too.

Have been here twice and tried their aguachile verde both times. I got their plate which is perfect…read morefor two people. I believe it is made fresh for every order so it can be a bit of a wait, but totally worth it. The aguachile is delicious and you can also choose if you want no spice, mild, or spicy. It comes with a few tostadas, but they charge if you want extra. They make agua fresca as well, but they had ran out this last time. The service is okay, it can definitely be improved. There is indoor and outdoor seating available. There is some street parking available and I believe a parking lot in the back. Definitely worth a try!

Went in opening week before a tennis hit at Seascape Sport Club and got the Asada Fries. It was…read moremade with thin fries style fries and had a good taste. I shared it but its more the size for one person. Later when I left at 7pm the bar was full and pickleball players were drinking inside and on the deck outside. Looking forward to trying the burrito next time. I was told by the owner he runs another restaurant Mariacos al Encanto in Watsonville.

Food was amazing and delicious. Full bar with some tasty cocktails. Open to the public and take…read moreout Available and to top it off there is outside seating.