50 Best Mexican Restaurants near Chualar

“Really good experience we enjoyed the chicken quesadillas. Super tasty, juicy and perfectly cooked crisp on the outside. Good meat to cheese ratio. We also ordered the beef tacos really simple great salsa.Overall really good location to get off the freeway and get back on. We will visit this place if we are traveling on 101 going towards Monterey.“

“Pulled over here completely by chance for lunch and was the luckiest thing that happened to me in months. The tacos were the best I have had in my life. They got our order slightly wrong once but it was still great because whatever you order there, you will be impressed, and they gave us an extra taco for the error. Turned out they were closing and they locked up right after we left but didn't even mention it to us after we repeatedly ordered more tacos because of how amazing they were. Tacos and pastries were super affordable and way too delicious. Whole place was extremely clean and they had an amazing, clean bathroom. Worth a detour.“

“Great food and such a wonderful family-run business! The staff is incredibly kind, welcoming, and friendly. The birria tacos are absolutely delicious! I always love supporting small, family-owned businesses like this. Definitely worth stopping by and giving them a try!“

“Amazing place food is well prepared and tasty!“

“Muy ricas las tlayudas recomendadas“

“Awesome food my favorite every time I go Salinas 🏅“

“We have lived in Salinas for over 50 years and can truly say Taquitos is amazing. The food is always on point perfect! The restaurant employees are always so nice. They make you feel at home. We highly recommend Taquitos Restaurant. Today was Father’s Day and the Fajitas were delicious! My husband had the best Father’s Day dinner out. Thank you Taquitos you are the best!“

“A brilliant Mexican spot with a lovely female chef where food is made of fresh ingredients.
😋You simply must try their corn tortillas❤️
We called in on our way back from Pinnacles National Park and tried the quesadillas, which were delightful, though the camarones à la diabla really stole the show. All fresh and spicy, served with spot on beans and salad. The local town is very welcoming, and the service was relaxed. They also offer a good range of Mexican lemonades.“

“I love the food at Los Grullenses. My go to order is the pastor quesadilla and a large of beans and rice. I can make three meals out of this order. But, if I’m honest, I really make the drive over from Monterey for their green salsa. It is sooo good. The atmosphere isn’t the best so I get my food to go.

The constant struggle is the salsa. I’m not quite sure what the deal is. They make you pay for salsa, which I’m grouchy about but it’s my favorite so I’m willing to pay. The order for salsa is literally called “4 salsas” and the menu photo shows 4 tiny containers of salsa. Despite ordering it, I almost never get this in my to-go bag, sometimes it’s 2 or 3 tiny containers but rarely 4. So then I have to ask and I hate having to ask because I am paying for it, it’s part of my order, it shouldn’t be so hard. And I order via DoorDash takeaway so there is no room for a language barrier, it’s as plain as day: 4 salsas.

I will continue to go and recommend LG but make sure you check your orders before leaving. Would definitely be 5 star for me if this wasn’t such a consistent issue.“

“never been disappointed with the food here ! everything always tastes delicious and prices are good. amd the customer service is always friendly and awesome! my #1 go to place for some delicious Mexican food !“

“Four useful pieces of info:
1) handmade tortillas, so good
2) there is indoor seating, it’s clean and nice
3) they have sopes, even though they’re not on the menu
4) they can make veggie tacos (w beans)“

“La comida muy rica y los tragos divertidos ❤️🥩“

“My family and I like to support our local businesses and we were coming from a service for a loved one who passed.
We got wonderful service . Food was very tasty, flavorful and delicious. The young lady at the counter took our order, was polite and very welcoming.
We will be back. What a lil gem:)“

“I got the birra torta here and two tacos al pastor. The tacos were good but the torta was surprisingly delicious upon first bite due to the quality of the birria. The overall taste profile at this location is balanced and deep, meaning it is well-seasoned and flavorful without being excessive or greasy. It is food that can be eaten every day without feeling overloaded. It is also at a very nice location next to a park and lots of trees.

I randomly met the owner one day prior at an unrelated place, and I can see that there is a reason he confidently invited me to try his food, where his lovely wife operates the business and cooking! It is because he knows he can deliver a great food experience! Through word of mouth, I know that I am not the only one who liked the torta here.

There is quite an extensive menu, and I will definitely be back to try more items. I highly recommend the birria. Overall a great spot!“

“la comida muy buena. La atención excelente 😉😉“

“Always have great food“

“I go here for Caldo de res, and imo they have the best fried breaded chicken around. Their Menudo broth is a little fattier Mama Lupitas and Fish n Chips but comes with more than just tripe which I love, and its available regularly everyday. The lady at the register is always super nice and service is always quick. Prices are very fair for what you get.“

“GREAT food if you go you have to try the CHAVITA“

“Fantastic Shrimp Tacos. Asada tacos were Sudbury“

“Muy buena comida. En especial. Las corundas. Y pambasos pero toda la comida muy buena!“

“Made with love! This is definitely a go to for me in Salinas. Not my first time going but the first time I’ve felt the NEED to let other people know about a food spot. If you want homemade tortillas, good cuts of meat and awesome service this is the spot! Ps. I’m picky when it comes to taco trucks so if you are too this one won’t disappoint.“

“Comida mexicana tradicional y sabrosa! El Chaparrito and his wife catered our son's party, and they did a great job! The food was fresh and tasty, and ready to be served when they arrived...a very brief wait for setup and preparation. I loved the grilled onions and serrano peppers the best. Spicy salsa too! Very friendly, professional service too. Highly recommend!“

“I like to go on Sundays for the barbecue. The truth is that it is very good and they serve you well. You can almost always order a small glass of consommé to enjoy it while you wait to be served with handmade tortillas and it is very delicious.“

“Best Tacos and burritos in Salinas hands down. 18 bucks even for a burrito de tripa and asada mixed. Plus one taco de tripa. And a canned coke. Been to every other spot. Charrito, paloma, plaza, 3 hermanos, grullense, and they don’t even come close to this. Super taqueria is the only one that is up there too with them.“

“lez recomiendo era mi lugar faboruto.mucho ancient mui amable don Roberto. lo malo k me made a Houston sino aunestu iera ye do q bqilar selos recomiendo.“

“It reminds me of the "cheap kitchens" of Mexico. Typical foods that are not of such high quality but are good and cheap. The difference from the cheap kitchens of Mexico is that here they serve very large portions. Several dishes are enough for 2, almost 3, people.“

“muy rico en verdad les doy super like fue exactamente lo que quería 😍 un desayuno como en casa“

“An incredible dining experience all around! The atmosphere was welcoming, the service was top-tier, and the pricing was excellent! I ordered the chilaquiles verdes with over-easy eggs, mexican rice, and beans it was absolutely superb 🫶🏼 This spot is a must-visit, and I’ll definitely be returning!“

“🌮 Ka Costa Taqueria — a flavorful gem in Salinas!
If you're craving authentic Mexican bites with no frills and all flavor, this spot delivers.

✨ Highlights:
- 🐷 Al pastor tacos that hit the spot
- 🍤 Shrimp ceviche that’s fresh and zesty
- 🌯 Burritos so big they deserve their own zip code
- 🪑 Outdoor seating with a casual, local vibe

💸 Heads-up: It’s cash only, so bring those bills or be ready to sprint to the nearest ATM!

📍 Located at 1306 N Main St, it’s a local favorite for good reason.
Fast service, generous portions, and a menu that keeps you coming back“

“We were redirected to the 101 due to the shutdown of the PCH and stopped for lunch in Gonzales, a very unlikely place for tourists to err... So we ended up in La Plaza bakery for a lunch made of perfectly executed burritos, tacos and tortas, a very helpful staff, delicious bakeries as dessert, all for a very reasonable price, which is always a good suprise in the usually overpriced state of CA. Well done La Plaza and keep up the great work!“

“Delicious tamales and very affordable! The lady was very nice and accommodated my large order. We came from San Francisco to visit family nearby and they were hot and fresh when picked up. Would highly recommend to those looking for a spot for tamales in general. We even took some masa back home, everything was good quality.“

“I ordered 2 chorizo Chavindeca which is a taco turned into quesadilla... 2 corn tortillas, with cheese, meat, cilantro with onions and some spicy salsa... Topped off with a lemon squeeze... Yyuuuummm.. Came for a late night snack and it hit the spot even though tortillas are “

“Best breakfast spot in Salinas 🔥 10/10 recommend! The staff is so welcoming—they genuinely make you feel at home. You can tell they love what they do and really care about your experience, not just serving food but making sure you enjoy every bite.“

“Came on a slow day after 3pm for Taco tuesday. Service was excellent 5+ stars. Food was good. Enjoyed there sauces. Had Al pastor and chicken tacos highly recommended 😋. $1 dollar tacos on tuesday, u can't go wrong with that. If u want something good and cheap I recommend this place.“

“First time me and my husband went to try this restaurant. We were beyond pleasantly happy with what we had and everything was perfect service, food, ambience. definitely recommend it to anyone“

“It's a tiny restaurant, but the tacos are decently priced at $2 and $1 on Taco Tuesday. The tacos were delicious, especially the Al Pastor ones! Plus, tortillas are handmade fresh when you order your tacos, making them even more delicious. Would come back again to try different items on their menu.“

“places is FIRE!!! I had broccoli I also had some chicken three pieces two legs and a breast and some rice 🔥🔥🔥“

“VERY GOOD FOOD“

“Best Mexican Seafood I have ever had! 5⭐️’s“

“Large portions of good food and friendly attentive service are hallmarks of this establishment. Enchiladas with melted cheese (get the plate with rice and beans), fish tacos, super burritos and chimichangas are all I have tried so far, but there's lots more on the menu. Proteins include asada, pollo, carnitas, and chili verde. Margaritas and cerveza available as well as non alcoholic offerings.“

“Best tacos I've had in a while. The asada and alambre tacos were full of flavor on what seemed to be hand-made corn tortillas. The tacos were fully loaded with meat. The salsa for the chips was flavorful with just the right amount of heat. The cucumber lemon beverage was perfect not too sweet, perfect. The Chile Verde was amazing.“

“Stopped on a whim and found a great new place. Delicious food and great prices, Staff was friendly and accommodating. I will be there often.“

“exelente calidad y buen servicio“

“The Food is usually on point. There is a cook that is way better than the other..Idk if it's the effort or wasn't trained properly but for that reason I give 4 stars. Otherwise I would say it's some of the best mariscos in Monterey County.“

“very good food and friendly service. this is a good place to enjoy some good Mexican food.“

“The best Pollo 🐓🐔in all of the 831“

“Amazing food. bathrooms are horrible and not a lot of parking but if you do get a spot YOU MUST try the food.“

“Man the food was amazing... Got 3 tacos, and a bean burrito... For $24 sounds like a lot, but the burrito ? was huge, and the tacos were fresh. Being from Alabama and I love these food trucks, this the only reason I'll come to California. Even though I hate this state, but the food is worth it“