50 Best Mexican Restaurants near Gold River

“This is one of my top spots in rancho cordova. The price, quality,and taste are top notch. This review are for two things the Birra tacos (only on Thursday )and their chips, which I believe are made in house.
The birra tacos come with a rich consume. I like that the tacos are not greasy and contain a good amount of meat. The flavor is perfect and not too salty. Although their chips are not included , it is worth to purchase it only at $2 a bag , they have corn or flour chips and u can get mixed ! All the workers are very nice. The only thing is when it gets busy it can take a little longer, but it's worth the wait.
-BigDawg“

“The food is AWESOME!! We went two days in a row because the tacos stuck in our head too much😆😆. Sara the owner has a beautiful spirit and she remembered us from a year ago. We always receive excellent service and we will definitely come again.“

“Love my carnitas! Always clean and friendly! Thankfully on my way to family.“

“la comida hay esta deliciosa aparte todos son muy amables super recomiendo este lugar..“

“Best taqueria I have had the pleasure of eating at in this area. We moved from Phoenix and have searched for good tacos. Panchito was great, the owners were very friendly.“

“The tacos are amazing!! Great drinks too!“

“Shout out to La Placita ! I think it’s been about 5 to 7 years since I’ve been to the restaurant. My family and I have been eating there for over 20+years . I can’t tell you how excited I was to see some friendly faces still there. The food was off the hook like they’ve never skipped a beat. Same excellent service and same excellent food.“

“This place is ABSOLUTELY Amazing! Abel waited our table and the chef was awesome. I have not had food made to this quality in quite some time. This is by far one of the best Mexican Restaurants I have ever been to. The neet was flavorful, tender, juicy, and every dish was served with aesthetic appeal.“

“The food is delicious and hot. The people are so kind and professional!!! Highly recommend!!!“

“Salsa is perfect!“

“We met Eli who was great to work with regarding our First Responders fair in Hidden Lakes Estates on Aug 9th. In addition to First Responders participation, we had a Fire Safety fair raffle and Eli donated a dinner certificate. We are grateful to Eli and Casa Del Lago for partnering and supporting our event and our community. Our HOA recognizes Eli's support allowing us to bring the added excitement to our fair. This is a shout-out to Eli and Casa del Lago. We continue to enjoy dinner with our friends and happy hour specials as well. Thank you again Eli and Casa del Lago!“

“The food and service here are fantastic! Everything is packed with flavor, and I always enjoy coming back. My only note is that if you’re expecting a typical super burrito size, it’s a bit smaller than you might anticipate. For the price, I wish it were a bit more filled. Still, a great spot overall!“

“First time great food from out of town enjoyed it.“

“I have experienced A LOT of carne Asada in my life and R Vida Cantina is the most tender. Great experience, great atmosphere, lovely service and amazing people!!!“

“Generous portions, perfectly cooked shrimp, and flavors that hit every note, pure magic! This restaurant is my mom's favorite (she and her bestie are regulars), and I was lucky enough to catch them before they left so I could place a to-go order. My go-to test at any Mexican restaurant is the Camarones al Mojo de Ajo (garlic butter shrimp), and I was thrilled to see it on the menu here. Ordering takeout is always a gamble since you're not at the restaurant if something isn't right but I believe quality should be consistent whether dining in or taking food to go. Thankfully, this place delivered in every way. The shrimp were succulent, large, not skimpy, and cooked perfectly. The garlic butter was rich and flavorful without being overpowering, and the sautéed onions balanced it all out. Even the refried beans stood out (something many places surprisingly get wrong). The rice was fairly standard...on the drier side but when mixed with the beans and that delicious garlic butter from the shrimp, it turned into a whole new level of flavor. That's how I made my burritos (that's how I eat this plate, I have to wrap it all up in a flour tortilla. Let me tell you, it was absolute magic! Portions were generous, I could tell the meal was thoughtfully prepared, and every bite was pure satisfaction. The only downside was the styrofoam packaging (I'm not a fan of that), but it didn't take away from how incredible the food itself was. This restaurant easily earns my seal of approval. I'll definitely be ordering from here again because when I say the food was amazing with a capital A, I mean it!“

“First time eating there today. Local people recommended this restaurant. Great service, Delicious food!!!!! Will definitely be back!!!“

“Delicious and authentic food!“

“Amazing food (and great prices!)“

“First and foremost, the customer service is amazing. thanks to Jenny that she takes care of everything with a genuine smile. She Special .!!! food was great, aguas frescas ( melon ) was delicious and the right amount of sweetness. I'm definitely going to be a regular at this place. !!!“

“Great food, friendly staff great atmosphere“

“I loved it!! So good!!! Thanks to this beautiful couple Toby and Jack!! Always take me to the best burrito shop“

“We absolutely love Zocalos & our favorite server is Kendyl! He always goes above & beyond in every way. We will request him every time. The food is incredible & the margaritas are sooooo good that we crave them.“

“Best in town“

“Los Zarapes Mexican Restaurant #### Atmosphere: ★★★★★ Los Zarapes boasts a lively and colorful atmosphere that immerses you in Mexican culture from the moment you step inside. The decor features vibrant murals and traditional Mexican art, creating a festive and inviting environment. The seating is comfortable, though the space can get a bit noisy during busy times. #### Service: ★★★★★ The service at Los Zarapes is warm and efficient. Our server greeted us with a smile and provided excellent recommendations from the menu. Despite the restaurant being quite busy, our food arrived promptly, and the staff checked in regularly to ensure we had everything we needed. #### Food: ★★★★★ The food at Los Zarapes is exceptional, offering a true taste of Mexico. We started with the camarones al coco, which was perfectly crispy. For the main course, the camarones a la diabla were standout dishes. Each dish was well-seasoned and accompanied by delicious homemade tortillas. The chips and salsa was also a nice touch. #### Drinks: ★★★★★ The drink selection at Los Zarapes is impressive, featuring a range Mexican beers. The Non-alcoholic options like the agua frescas were also a hit, particularly the hibiscus and tamarind flavors. #### Value: ★★★★★ Los Zarapes offers great value for the quality and quantity of food. The portions are generous, and the prices are reasonable, making it a fantastic option for both casual dining and special occasions. #### Overall: ★★★★★ Los Zarapes Mexican Restaurant delivers an authentic and enjoyable dining experience. With its vibrant atmosphere, attentive service, and delicious food, it's a place that will make you want to return again and again. Whether you're a fan of traditional Mexican cuisine or looking to try something new, Los Zarapes Mexican Restaurant is a must-visit.“

“Food is great. My preference, however, is to have someone take my order at the table. Ordering at the counter makes me feel as if I'm at Taco Bell.“

“The awesome mangonadas, homemade ice cream and fast and friendly service.“

“best ever, people, food, patio.“

“Excellent, authentic Mexican food. Arguably the most popular taqueria in the area. Always busy.

Ordered a wet (green) jumbo burrito with pollo asada. Massive burrito. Ingredients tasted fresh. Wet sauce had great flavor. The chips at the salsa bar taste fresh and light. Wide variety of delicious salsa.

Service was kind and quick. Vibe is traditional, authentic taqueria.“

“I was a little apprehensive entering a restaurant that was empty at lunchtime but since it was close to work, decided to give this a try. Ordered a chicken burrito and a drink. The meat was good along with the rice and beans but like all plain burritos, it can't be eaten without smothering it in salsa since taquerias never include lettuce or shredded cabbage and this is where the issue was. The salsa was just not that special and lacked the kind of kick and freshness that I expect. There is no salsa and chip bar either.“

“Great food! love the Pozole and the enchiladas! super friendly staff!! :D“

“The Menudo was Fresh And the hand made tortillas made this day the best!!!
Menudo for me is a specialty item that I hold close to my heart and the mailed it!! Along with their self service salsa bar my dining experience and food was superb. The best and most authentic Menudo, in my opinion, you'll find in the Sacramento area. Try it on a Sunday or Saturday and find out. Also their Mojarr Frita al la Mexicana is fabulous 😍. Get some.“

“We were just looking for something for a late lunch in the area and did not expect how good this was going to be. The spinach enchiladas were just one of the most delicious things I’ve ever eaten. Fresh, lovely chewy corn tortillas and super tasty sauce, everything inside (spinach, mushrooms, corn, cheese) cooked perfectly, with great acidic zip from a pile of pickled onions. My sister loved her seafood tacos, which looked seriously loaded and good. The waitress was friendly and attentive without being obtrusive, and she even offered us more black bean dip for the tortilla chips when we praised it (beautiful umami bomb like bacon fat and black bean together at last). This was just what we needed to pick us up. Thank you, Carmelita’s! (One caveat: the bathroom could be cleaner.)“

“everything i have had here is delicious Nd authentic. keeping me coming back time after time. highly recommend if in the area. fair oaks ,ca“

“Great food, good prices. One server is on it, always. The others? Not so much.
As we had a toddler with us, we weren't offered a table away from the door, which gave us a blast of chilly air as the dinner crowd kept coming.
The difference between a good establishment and a truly Great one, the little gestures which keep people EAGER to come back. Observing customers and what their needs might be is a Hallmark of public service. Well actually service of any kind.
I will be back, I do enjoy the food there.... guacamole is a really good one, and fresh chips which aren't stale nor over salted or oiled/greased.“

“We visited Tres Rios by word of mouth and people telling us how great the food is. Stopped in today the food is excellent, service and atmosphere was very delicious. The staff was very thoughtful and helpful too.“

“Friendly an excellent customer service ! Fresh Ingredients Amazing Tasty dishes! Anna and Gloria Exceptional are Beyond wonderful Service!!!!!👍👍✌✌😘💋😘💋“

“The Super Burritos are awesome. The best Burrito I've had in the Sacramento Area! The prices are Great too! Why pay over $20 for 1 tasteless Burrito with watery beans from Overpriced SuperTaco when you can practically buy 2 super Burritos from Tonys Tacos that taste a 1000 times better? So glad I found this place.“

“Michelle our waitress was amazing super helpful friendly, everything was dished out with a smile! Rockstar!!“

“a delight to the mouth and stomach. highly recommend, need to get y'all some New Mexican Hatch Chile!“

“Cute ambience. Our server was nice, food was fresh and delicious. Usually I feel heavy after Mexican food but I noticed I felt pretty light and good! Very accommodating to gluten friendly diet. They also served delicious complimentary chips and salsa/bean dip which is rare these days. Beautiful interior design as well.“

“Absolutely amazing!! We were just passing through wanting some good food before heading back home to Nevada and so glad we stopped here. Greeted with such friendly faces immediately, very helpful with the large menu, offered so many things that would help our food be even better! As I sat and waited for our food to go the lovely older man, I wish I got his name but worked May 9th around 5pm brought over some samples of chips and beans. SO GOOD! It got Me very excited for the food, I knew it was about to be FIRE!!!

Not a long wait at all, he showed me the salsa bar and I got myself a bunch! The avocado salsa was my favorite forsure. I left very satisfied with customer service, we picked a nice spot in town to eat and it was still so hot and fresh. I got the carne asada tacos, put the beans he gave us on them with avocado salsa… WOW! My husband got the carnitas burrito with a bunch of fixings in it, the burrito was HUGE just how he loves it. He couldn’t stop complimenting how great it was every bite!

Great experience, phenomenal customer service, AMAZING food. Thanks again!!“

“There are many weekend menudos from Greater Sacramento to my home in El Dorado county, but Hermanos is the clear #1. See the chile de arbol oil tucked in the back left? It elevates the broth to a whole new level. Once you’ve had theirs, you’ll be ruined on menudos elsewhere. I make this stuff at home, and when I’m too lazy - this is my go-to. Also, you won’t find tripa or buche tacos that are better in a restaurant for 100 miles“

“I’ve been to El Cantaro in Monterey about 10 times! I’m looking forward to going to the Sacramento version of this restaurant today! That has some of the best Mexican food I’ve ever had. I love the fact that it doesn’t say vegan plant-based and all that stuff everywhere. It’s basically just a Mexican restaurant that happens to be Vegan. Can’t wait to come and visit!“

“Muy delicioso su sazón Muy recomendado Riquísima comida“

“Nice little place & the food I had was great. Not fancy, but just really good. I wanted to try more things . ugibut I was stuffed. The hostess was very nice & I was well looked after by her from the moment I arrived till I left.“

“I ordered street tacos for pickup last night, and they tasted absolutely heaven sent!! They were out of a specific meat and the gentleman who called to let me know and was very nice and let me pick a different meat. Will definitely be back!“

“It's a hole in the wall, but aren't those always the best places to get amazing tacos?I was referred to this restaurant specifically for the fish tacos and they didn't disappoint. The adobado (similar to an al pastor) was also phenomenal.One other important point to make is that in these times of excessive food prices (really everything prices), you can come here for a reasonably priced, extremely yummy meal. Hard to argue against that!“

“Great food.. my mother enjoyed her meal.. thank You“

“Nice clean place excellent service by owners We stop by every chance we get“