Order four menudo with extra hominy. I was told over the phone 15 minutes it will be ready. pull up and waited just a couple minutes to have it bagged up. They give all the garnishes to go along with it. Menudo is good, in my opinion, just missing some more flavor to it. The restaurant has plenty of tables, it gets packed so if you're going to come in the morning the wait time has never been more than 15-20 minutes. They also have a full bar good options on tap, and the music isn't too loud. I seen a couple of grandmas plate on the menu. I'll be coming back and trying to menudo again. Overall i recommend if you're looking for a good breakfast. read more

Service is great. Food is not so great. Cafe de Hoya is tasteless. I got a chile verde wet burrito, the burrito was soaked in what appeared to be water on the bottom. The chile verde and the sauce were lacking in flavor. I do not mind paying higher than average for great food but this was far from it. Will definitely not return. read more

Our family loves this restaurant. We all order different plates and all our food was so delicious. Serves and atmosphere was inviting. Great service. Our beautiful server Elizabeth was amazing with our family. She goes above and beyond to inform us of the menu. She even brought us samples of different dishes to try before ordering. Everything in the menu is so freaking tasty. We even got T-shirts for our family. My daughter loved it and had such great experiences. Thank you so much Elizabeth. Can't wait to go back to your restaurant and try new items from the menu. read more

Zacatecas Cafe - Mexican Near Me - Riverside, California

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Over priced and the food was just okay. Not impressed with the soup served with the meal, the asada was over cooked and not a good cut of meat. The rice was over seasoned and heavy. The Guacamole was really good but $18. Two dinner plates plus guacamole cost $80. The steaks weren't worth the price. The service was good and the restaurant itself was a nice set up. Maybe it's a nice place to come for drinks. I wouldn't go back for the food. read more

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ABSOLUTELY THE BEST ..The service is awesome, so welcoming and very friendly. I absolutely love this place. Amazing Food, amazing service. Thank you so much.. I'm coming back read more

A small but quaint restaurant a stone throw away from UCR in the heart of Riverside. The food has great flavor with large portions. This is a local spot that has been here for years. The restaurant needs a little updating but overall the vibe was great and the food was excellent. If you're in Riverside stop by and give them try. I really enjoy this restaurant and will keep it on my favorite list. read more

Zacatecas Cafe - #14 Small Special Burrito and #15 Special Burrito - Mexican Near Me - Riverside, California

Food was good. I especially liked the option of having both the red and green sauces in your chilaquiles or huevos rancheros. The staff were attentive and pleasant. The decor makes you feel as if you're in Mexico read more

Taste of Food is great HOWEVER the Quantity (very small burritos now) and PRICES are OUTRAGEOUS !!! Yusenia's is lucky to be located close to a Home Depot where hundreds of employees are employed!! without those employees purchases Yusenia's would be out of business. How about a discount for those employees??!?? read more

I've been coming to this place for a while. Before starting to say that the food is BEST TO NONE, their customer service and professional service is excellent. The leadership and Every one of their employees from the time you walk in the door they show so much compassion and their kindness to the customers is just inviting you to come back here. read more

Best Mexican food in the IE. Chorizo con papas just like homemade everything tbh their breakfast and dinner are legit the best tasting Mexican food you can get around here read more

Zacatecas Cafe - Mexican Near Me - Riverside, California

I first came here when they were at their former location on University and Sedgwick Ave and I had great experiences there. Although it was very cozy, the prior location was too small for how popular this cafe is! Zacatecas has a very long and rich history in the Riverside community and it is one of my favorite Riverside Mexican breakfast spots. My favorite go to order it's the chorizo con huevos with corn tortillas breakfast plate. It really hits the spot! They have a very cute architectural adobe design that fits well with the vibe here. They have a small area in the front of the restaurant featuring local artists and their artisanal crafts and jewelry for sale. Tips: there is more parking in the back! They also have banquet space for events. read more

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I am very sorry to say, my lunch was horrible! Now normally this place us wonderful. But today the service was lousy and so was the food. Our waitress was not attentive to us. Before my food was to come I should have had my soup (fiedo) which I love. She didn't bring it at all, and when I asked her for it she told me I had to wait because they were making it. When I finally did get it, it was cold! With my order she forgot my tortillas. When I asked for those they were cold, crunchy, and tasted old. A frizbee would have tasted better! This was incredibly disappointing! read more

We stopped in as we were travelling South on the 215. Great, tasty stop. The staff was super nice. Restrooms are clean. They have delicious chips they serve with salsa and some sort of warm bean dip. My family ordered some a la carte tacos, enchilledas, a torta and a taco meal. All were delicious. I also like how the restaurant shows you the cash or credit price on the check and lets you decide how you'd like to pay. Everything was great! Give it a look. read more

The lobby area had only one party ahead of us , but we waited quite a while to be acknowledged and quite a while longer to be seated. One of our party members had a nostalgic yearning to visit and show us all , her old "favorite restaurant", so we waited. (And waited ) as we were hopeful it would be worth the wait ? Once we were finally seated , no exaggeration, an hour and 1/2 after ordering , our food was finally , served . During our tedious campaign, we observed another party at a table nearby ,tried to walk out after waiting far too long , and they were coaxed back in & then served Before us despite ordering well after us ? Our own waitress had time & opportunity (as she did her best to placate us with many refills of chips ,salsa and water) ... to repeatedly apologize& acknowledge that things were indeed taking far too long . She tried to be "nice " by offering " free"drinks and a fresh made guacamole, "on the house" .... Which did successfully persuade us from leaving to eat elsewhere. I had plenty of bored time to study the menu and reflect, that the basic offerings were all priced on the expensive side, $9 for a bean & cheese burrito no sides ? $16 for a "chili colorado bowl" comprised of about 2 measured cups of meat chunks and 3 tortillas =that's all ? For standard homestyle Cal Mex , in a low budget venue(nothing fancy including no liquor license) ,that's not "standard" pricing . We all ordered simple things like quesadillas and burritos . After our order already was placed & after we were "invested " with our already long wait , the waitress Then came to our table to "warn" us ...,that our food might take a half hour ? Admittedly we were a party of 6 . I still feel it was Really a mystery , as to why it was all taking so long ? And it CLEARLY , took FAR longer than that "half hour " we were warned about ? . The whole ordeal took well over 3hours ? We were visiting friends in Riverside, and had planned to see a museum after lunch . "Lunch " at Zacatecas took the whole afternoon and was eaten so late , the timing for our party's dinner reservations was thrown off entirely . I am amazed this place has been open for so many years. Maybe it isn't always such a depressing marathon to have a meal here , but wine based margaritas should be a clue . This place is nothing spectacular or memorable & despite its long history, I can't think of any reason to recommend it except One extra star for decent tasting chili colorado ,&1 extra star for all the sincere apologies from the waitress. To be accurate , it was more of a one star lunch experience. Such a huge disappointment, especially for the nostalgic family member who was rather embarrassed to have recommended Zacatecas for Lunch , read more

Okay, this is a hidden gem. Great authentic Mexican food right here. They have the best Chicken Mole I've ever tasted. Get you some

First time here... I will definitely come back for some more! I did notice the parking lot was full and that must only mean one thing!...

Service was good food was horrible no flavor what So ever if you want chilaquiles this is not the spot they use the same chips that's they give you with salsa the carne asada has no flavor I will definitely never come back read more

Zacatecas Cafe - This is what they call chilaquiles to me it looks like Sunday football nacho's - Mexican Near Me - Riverside, California

I paid over $7 for a cup of champurrado. I saw them pouring it in a large cup, so I didn't say anything. Once it was handed to me it was a small water cup type of cup. If it wasn't for my sick grandma, that was really craving it, I would have most definitely returned it. I am fluent in Spanish and I can hear the ladies in the back talking amongst themselves on how I should have gotten the bigger cup. Don't go there if you don't speak Spanish. They will try to rip you off! (The lady's face went blank when I spoke to her in Spanish as I walked out). read more

Zacatecas Cafe - Mexican Near Me - Riverside, California

10 out of 10. Highly recommend. Delicious food with great service! Definitely will be going back.

Food was just OK. Everyone raves about this place. I don't get the hype. Food was bland. They forgot an extra order of rice. I had it delivered through Door Dash. read more

Really good food and service was fine. Nice ambiance, really packed which says alot about the food. I will definitely be back to try more dishes. Staff really friendly. read more

Zacatecas Cafe - Menudo was excellent. Large bowl ok price. - Mexican Near Me - Riverside, California

Liz wasn't the first waitress who served our party but she made it memorable. Food was on point, spicy, and served hot and delivered with a laugh and a smile. Definitely will return and explore more of the menu soon. Thanks for the warm inviting atmosphere and good time. read more

Zacatecas Cafe - Mexican Near Me - Riverside, California

This place is way too overpriced. They bumped up the price ($2), their aguas frescas are juices and their tamales are $8 each and they're not even good. Also, they always get our orders wrong! I do not recommend this place. read more

Zacatecas Cafe - Tamal - Mexican Near Me - Riverside, California

It was so good. Chile Rellenos, tamale, enchilada. Delish'.. traditional atmosphere, prices and portions good.

WAY OVER PRICED AND JUST OK FOOD. took my wife and daughter. My daughter had 2 tacos and a lemonade ($18) $6 dollar tacos and there was nothing great about them. And, a $5.75 lemonade. In these times, they are price gouging customers. Split the machauca and had 2 coffees, $30. Would NOT recommend this establishment. Again, way over priced. 1 star for sure read more

Our Server was awesome!! I wish I got her name! She took care of us like we were the only ones there!! They were very busy Saturday afternoon but she was on it!!!! Our food was well prepared, seasoned Delicious, Hot, and a lot. They have been in business over 60 Years and once you go, You know why!!! I can't say enough good things to say about this Business, if you have a chance to visit them, I Promise you, You won't be disappointed! Thank You from our waitress and Staff, Everything was Excellent! read more

I love the crunchy tacos here! They are delicious The staff is friendly and prices are reasonable. I would recommend this place since the salsa is good. read more

Zacatecas Cafe - Combo #5 - Mexican Near Me - Riverside, California

Now here's a restaurant that has awesome Mexican food that is made right from a family's recipes from the 1960's , I recommend this place because of great food and service. I think this is as good as it gets right here . read more

delicious food authentic Mexican food highly recommend. great prices, customer service I ordered chicharones con nopal, fideo soup my mom ordered macha eggs and mea. Large portions read more

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We have been coming here for years. Even though we live about 20 minutes away, we like to come here after church. My favorite is the Huevos Rancheros. I like mine with double green (chili verde) and a side of potatoes and beans. I get the egg sunny side and put on top of the meat. My spouse likes to get the Napales and eggs plate. The free salsa and chips is a nice starter. I wish more places did that. Service is always friendly. This is a wonderful family run business. Inside of the building has a nice ambience however the outside parking needs a little work. The lot needs to be repaired and repaved. read more

I hardly write reviews but this is one I had to because I was so dissapointed with the price and quality of food. I moved to Riverside 3 years ago and Zacatecas was our go to place for authentic mexican food. But a week ago I decided to order take out and ordered a carne asada burrito with rice and beans that ended up being 19.99 and a Chile Relleno burrito that was 16.99, with tax the bill was a little over 40.00 (2 items). I sent my husband to pick up the order and he was shocked when the girl at the register said $40, he immediately text me and I sent him the prices I found online (attached photo). He showed the girl at the register and she said that those prices were no longer correct and not to worry because the burritos were very large. TRUST ME, they were not! Not wanting to come home empty handed he paid and brought home burritos that hardly had flavor and I think the price just killed my appetite. So my recommendation, go to Taqueria 2 Potrillos near Tyler Mall. You get two very delicious large burritos, 2 agua frescas (great options to choose from) and a dessert for $40! They even have Burrito Bowls if you want to skip the tortilla! I really don't think I have ever paid almost $20 for a burrito but the prices at Zacatecas just don't add up to what you are getting. Was a great find once upon a time. read more

Zacatecas Cafe - Old prices that are not current. - Mexican Near Me - Riverside, California

Been the best Mexican restaurant in riverside for a long time. Been eating here for forty years!!!

Excellent service, food, and ambience. I've been dinning here for a long time and the food has always been consistent. I've always appreciated the choice of music they play here and the service is excellent. read more

Zacatecas Cafe - Mexican Near Me - Riverside, California

My family and I used to eat here all the time when I was growing up, when the restaurant used to be located at the University and Sedgwick location. We would go so often that the servers wouldn't even hand us menus; they would just know what we wanted and put the order in. My dad and I would always greet Señor Medina when he was at the restaurant, may he rest in peace. The food was always hot, fresh, and so damn delicious. When my crew and I came in for breakfast the other day, I told them they were in for a great meal. La Cocina de Josefina did not disappoint. The chorizo con huevo that I had tasted exactly the same as it did when I was a kid. My day was made after that meal. I hope that this establishment continues to thrive and I will return to continue this tradition with my family. read more

Good Service,Good Ambiance,good food Real Mexican plate and a big meal I recommend,Is kids friendly.

This is a good place to eat. Food is very tasty. Love the mole sauce they give you with chips. Chile verde is very good. Too bad it closes so early! Would love to have dinner there sometime. read more

Zacatecas and staff were very efficient, organized, and friendly in having a special wedding celebration dinner at their restaurant. We used the back room which was more than adequate for us all, and they even were there for us on a closed day. Good food, good time. read more

Zero stars!!! Terrible!! Don't waste your money. I called in order, they charged 14 each for breakfast burrito! Cheese on outside of burrito. Hardly any egg most beans! Only gave two little salsas for two burritos and one tiny bag of chips. When I called manager he hung up on me. Terrible! No professionalism!! Rude!! Most expensive bean cheese and barely any egg burrito ever!! Pathetic. Manager should be ashamed of himself for being such a jerk!! Take your money elsewhere!! read more

Just a drop in update! The excellent service Gabriela G. provided today for lunch (table of 8), was only exceeded by the spicy, flavorful satisfying chicharrones with nopales. Everyone else cleaned their plates, greatest testimonial given. Best ever!! Thank you Zacateca's since 1963! read more

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Stopped by while driving through the area. It was close to closing time so it was empty and they served us quickly. The fish tacos here are so fresh! Breading was perfect, light. Salsa and chips- amazing. I wish they were open for dinner too l. Wish it was closer but I'll definitely be back! read more