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    Willy's Mexicana Grill

    3.5 (139 reviews)
    InexpensiveFast Food, Mexican, Tex-Mex
    Closed 11:00 am - 10:00 pm

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    Moderate noise
    Casual
    Dogs allowed
    Good for kids

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    Baja Burrito all the way with pinto beans.

    I had the Baja Chicken burrito. It comes with rice and black or pinto beans. The burrito it smothered in their ranchero sauce and cheese sauce. A scoop of sour cream and guacamole on top of the handful of romaine lettuce. I asked for it "all the way" and this was the result. The adobe chicken was very flavorful. The rice was seriously lacking in flavor though. It had a slight reddish-ish color, but really tasted like plain rice. The pinto beans were not great, but OK. In a burrito they would be fine but as a side dish, they were rather plain. Overall if you are looking for a cheap burrito that will fill you up, this will do the job. However, I hate to say it because I'm not a huge fan of them, but for a burrito, Chipotle is much better. I'd put this place parallel to Moe's Southwest Grill if you are familiar, but Moe's salsa is better.

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    7 years ago

    willys is the best, better that chipotle and moes, the queso is great, everything is always so fresh. im always happy when i leave

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    17 years ago

    It meets your expectations - that's why it's good. Always good always cheap. 4 stars, they get the 5th when hang pinatas from the ceiling.

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    7 years ago

    Amazing service from the lumberjack-looking man who's name was Mason. Daniel was also fye

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    This is a good Willys. The burrito makers are always so friendly and the food is tasty. One of the better Willy's in town.

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    7 years ago

    I want to Thank Daniel, Ken, & the others for the last minute burrito a few days ago . The food was great the other day also. THANKS!!!

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    8 years ago

    I really enjoy the staff and the food at Willy's. They are always pleasant and the food is quick and good!

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    Thanks Daryl, excited to be reopened now with our brand new look!

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    Daniel, one of the managers, is without a doubt happy I'm there- which makes me feel VERY happy.

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