Counter-order setup serves authentic Mexicali dishes with generous portions and affordable prices. Atmosphere feels casual and family-owned, with fast, reliable service and complimentary hot chips and salsa. Popular for breakfast burritos and flavorful tacos, it stands out as a community staple.
Wet burritos come in huge portions packed with rich flavor. Breakfast burritos stand out with fresh guacamole and generous size, featuring chorizo, sausage, and bacon options.
Moist and tender, the carne asada street tacos deliver juicy flavor that stands out. The carne asada burrito offers solid value, while the carne asada torta and bowl provide satisfying options with rich taste.
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The regular price for street tacos is $2.99.
The restaurant serves breakfast, lunch, and dinner.
They charge $.50 extra for using a credit card.
Small, clean Mexican restaurant with outdoor seating and a beachy, laid-back vibe. Locals gather for fresh fish tacos and unique enchilada sauce in a casual, friendly setting. Space fills quickly during rush hours, creating a lively, cramped atmosphere.
Huge burritos come with options like three-egg carne asada breakfast, shrimp, and surf and turf. The deep fried shredded beef burrito stands out, often paired with a shredded beef taco combo plate.
Three-egg carne asada breakfast burrito stands out with consistent quality and flavor. Carne asada tacos and fries offer hot, fresh meat that melts in your mouth with a burst of flavor.
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Parking is available on the street, but can be limited during busy times.
The restaurant is dog-friendly, allowing pets on the patio.
Happy hour offers half-price appetizers from 4-6pm on weekdays.
Spacious restaurant with an open kitchen and big patio offers both indoor and outdoor seating. Mellow live music including mariachi and saxophone creates a friendly, inviting atmosphere. Top shelf tequila and creative margaritas complement authentic Mexican vibes.
Wet burritos come packed with generous portions and flavorful meat like carne asada and steak that is lean and not fatty. The combination with chips and salsa stands out as a memorable pairing.
Carne asada comes flavorful and tender, served in various ways like wet burritos and plates. Occasionally, a T-bone steak may be served instead.
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Happy hour runs from 4-6pm on weekdays with discounted drinks.
Brunch is served on Saturday and Sunday with bottomless mimosas.
Live music occurs on Mondays in the main room.
Vibrant murals and sizzling aromas create a lively and upbeat atmosphere with music at a comfortable volume. A cute patio and bar add to the relaxed, modern vibe where crowds gather and conversations can get loud. Freshly made margaritas and a mix of traditional and fusion tacos draw a diverse crowd seeking quality Mexican flavors.
Burritos come huge and packed with ingredients like fries, avocado, and steak. The Cali Asada burrito offers a surf and turf style option and costs around $13.
Grilled to perfection, the carne asada shines in soft tacos and tacos alike. It pairs well with other dishes like tinga enchiladas and al pastor tacos, offering a consistently delicious experience.
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Taco Tuesday offers three tacos for $11.95.
Enjoy $7 margaritas on Taco Tuesdays.
Happy hour menus are available before 6pm on weekends.
Taco restaurant offers authentic Mexican flavors with standout items like birria and lengua burritos. The space feels hot inside due to non-functioning air conditioning. Prices vary, with discounted tacos on Tuesdays but some items feel small or dry.
Shrimp wet burrito stands out with its rich flavor. Lengua and chorizo burritos offer distinctive meat options, but some burritos like chicken can be overly salty or bland.
Carne asada shines in quesadillas with rich flavor and tenderness. It tends to be a bit dry in tacos and overall is reasonably good but not spectacular.
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Taco Tuesday offers discounted tacos, but only chicken and carnitas qualify.
Regular tacos are priced at $3.60 each, while burritos cost $7.00.
The restaurant provides plenty of salsa, cilantro, onion, and limes at the bar.
Taco restaurant offers an authentic atmosphere with a loud, crowded dining area and multiple TVs showing football. A large salsa bar provides various salsas, onions, cilantro, and limes for customization. Outdoor patio seating accommodates diners with dogs but tends to be small and packed.
Burritos come super loaded with meat and have a perfect blend of fresh ingredients. Options like the medium rare ribeye and chorizo stand out for their size and flavor.
Steak comes perfectly seasoned with options like filet mignon and prime cuts. Carne asada appears in bowls and burritos, often paired with mozzarella cheese and flavorful toppings.
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Tacos are $1.99 each on Taco Tuesday, making it a popular day to visit.
Expect long wait times during peak hours, especially on Taco Tuesdays.
Parking structure across the street provides 90 minutes of free parking.
Small Mexican restaurant offers a cozy atmosphere with friendly vibe and authentic flavors. Food preparation takes time during busy hours, and lunch specials provide good value. Beer complements the menu well.
Breakfast burritos stand out with chorizo and egg options and a strong reputation. Shrimp and Cali burritos with chicken offer varied fillings. A punch card rewards frequent orders, showing customer loyalty.
Carne asada shows up in fries and tacos that taste solid and fill you up. The carne asada taco pairs well with grilled fish and shrimp for a complete meal.
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They are not serving food after 8pm, even though their hours say they are open until 9.
They offer happy hour deals from 3 to 6 PM.
The price was amazing during Taco Tuesday.
Beachfront setting offers ocean views and a lively vibe with music and laughter in the kitchen. A self-serve salsa bar provides fresh ingredients to customize tacos. Seating includes tall bar stools, and the atmosphere feels uplifting and cool.
Steak and ribeye shine in the breakfast burrito and Surf N Turf burrito. Burritos here have a strong reputation for great taste and quality ingredients.
Carne asada cooks outside, giving it a fresh grilled flavor. Tacos and burritos come loaded and use fresh flour tortillas for quesadillas.
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Parking spaces near Primecut Taqueria can be sparse because it is next to the pier.
The skirt steak burrito with cheese costs $30.
They give a lot of guacamole for the $9 price.
Food truck offers very affordable tacos at $1 each with fresh, flavorful taste. The setting lacks seating and parking, creating a simple, no-frills atmosphere. Payment is limited to cash or Zelle, and free pineapple water is available until supplies last.
Burritos cost around $5 to $6 and come in a perfect size. They are filled mostly with beans and rice and have little meat.
Carne asada tacos and burritos come with rich flavor and a great price. Six tacos offer a tasty and satisfying meal.
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My meal for two costs $10, making it a budget-friendly option.
Tacos are priced at $1 each, offering great value.
Tortas or burritos are available for $5.
Mexican restaurant with a peaceful back patio and culture-appropriate music creates a welcoming atmosphere. Busy and popular spot known for handmade tortillas and affordable, tasty tacos. The setting feels like a neighborhood gem with a clean, neat dining room and plenty of parking.
Breakfast burritos come piping hot and packed with fresh, delicious ingredients. The El Mexicano carne asada burrito offers a simple but full flavor experience, while the Thursday special stands out as a work of art.
Carne asada uses a tender, flavorful cut cooked to avoid chewiness or steaming. Handmade tortillas highlight the meat's taste with simple toppings that let the flavor stand out.
Good to know
Taco Tuesday offers tacos at two dollars each.
Expect longer wait times on Taco Tuesdays due to high demand.
There is plenty of parking available near the restaurant.
Small, clean space offers a comfortable and quiet atmosphere with ample room. Mexican dishes feature authentic flavors, generous portions, and fresh ingredients like olive oil in refried beans. Known for excellent fish and shrimp tacos, the place serves affordable meals with consistent quality.
The Molcajete Wet burrito stands out with its rich fillings and consistent quality. Other burritos vary, with some arriving cold or tough, featuring large meat chunks and watery beans.
Carne asada fries come in large portions that satisfy hearty appetites. The carne asada burrito features tough meat with large fatty chunks, watery beans, and big onion pieces rather than diced ones.
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The restaurant offers generous portion sizes that are shareable.
Prices are reasonable compared to other local options.
To-go orders do not include chips and salsa.