30 Best Mexican Restaurants near Herald

“Delicious Mexican food , specially the Mexican street corn 🌽🤤.“

“The Asada Street Tacos were decent. The salsa was okay, could’ve been better with more heat or atleast the option for more heat. The jalepeno was nice and spicy, but the radish seemed a little old.

The surprising bit of it all that made the meal was the marinated fried onions. They definitely made the tacos. The service was great and quick. Definitely would go back.“

“I stopped by this morning (first time), and ordered breakfast burritos 🌯🌯 to go….OMG!! It was excellent, delish, and one of the best I ever had 😋😋😋…. I had 20 minutes to get home, and it was still warm enough 👍👍👍. Thank you 😊, you will see me more often 👍“

“I love the place It is fantastic and tasty. My favourite food would be just the beans and the rice. I am only 12 and this place is awesome“

“amazing food and service!!!! not once have my family and I been disappointed ♥️👅👈“

“Best Tacos I have ever had. I have had a lot of Tacos but this went way beyond my expectations. completely blown away! Thank you for a great meal!“

“Had Chicken Tacos and Chicken Enchiladas with rice and beans good flavor , right amount. Service is excellent very reasonable“

“I had Tortas and it was so delicious. Thank you so much. Will definitely come back.“

“Great old school taco truck. I am a local plumber and they're near my shop.
The meats are always seasoned well and cooked perfectly. I always order an extra side of beans and rice as they are always delicious. Tons of nearby parking and a nice spot to sit and eat.“

“Was a taqueria I planned for a quick bite but my god was it some of the best food I’ve had. The employee working morning was super sweet and kind. I got an adobada burrito. Typically I am not a fan of spicy sauces but she blended it so well with the burrito. The pork had pieces of skin as well which added more to the flavor. I definitely recommend this place!!!“

“This place has amazing authentic Mexican food. I got tacos and had steak, chicken, pulled pork and barbacoa. The barbacoa was my favorite and absolutely delicious. The chicken was also great. Would very very highly recommend. Our favorite restaurant here we’ve visited“

“⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ 905 C Street Galt
“The Al Pastor Spider Tacos Changed My Life!”

Okay, buckle up because I’m about to tell you about a taco that shattered my taste-bud reality. Santa Cruze Taqueria Express in Galt isn’t just a taco joint — it’s a culinary dimension portal disguised as a humble taqueria.

Let’s start with the Al Pastor Spider Tacos — holy moly, I’ve had tacos from every corner of California, but NOTHING compares to this masterpiece. The tortilla? Hand-pressed and fresh off the comal — soft, steamy, with that delicate char-kissed edge that whispers “authentic.” Then comes the cheese — melted to that golden, gooey perfection where it’s half creamy, half crispy — a balancing act that belongs in a Michelin kitchen.

And the meat… dear universe, the meat. Each bite of that tender, marinated al pastor bursts with layers of smoky sweetness and tangy pineapple undertones. It’s juicy enough to make your soul weep — the kind of flavor that makes you close your eyes, hum softly, and question your life choices for not finding this place sooner.

Just when you think it can’t get any better, they crown it with whole beans — yes, whole beans — adding this earthy, buttery depth that ties the whole experience together like the finale of a fireworks show. It’s bold, it’s messy, it’s beautiful — like a Mexican street-food symphony playing a love song to your senses.

Bottom line: Santa Cruze Taqueria Express isn’t just serving tacos — they’re redefining them. Forget five stars — this deserves a galaxy of glowing suns. 🌮🔥🌟“

“We went in today and the food and service were amazing. It was quite busy but the waiter was very attentive and our food came fast. The food was absolutely delicious. Large portions for a fair price. Our drinks were refilled constantly and the waiter came to check on us frequently. Everything was outstanding. The menudo was one of the best I’ve ever had from a restaurant. Please check out this place. You won’t regret it. They have $1.50 tacos on tuesdays/thursdays as well.“

“I have eaten here a number of times and always had good food and service. I ordered an al pastor torta earlier today and it was probably the best torta I have had in my life“

“La persona atendiendo es muy amable. Los tacos de cabeza, lengua, asada y al pastor son muy ricos. Todavía no pruebo los de pollo y tripas.

Parking: The taco truck is located in a corner lot with plenty of parking between Liberty Road and Elliott Road“

“Kristian provided awesome service!“

“we really loved this place and will be coming again. the food was really reasonably priced and my fiance said the burrito was one of the best he's ever had!“

“We went for the first time had a carnitas chimichanga, cheese enchilada husband had ground beef enchiladas. The enchiladas were really good it's hard to find anything resembling Mexican gravy these days, it was good. The chimi was good but a little different came in a partial puff pastry type shell. The beans were wonderful really delicious, the rice not bad. We will be back our server was very attentive and nice. It was the best Mexican we have found in elk grove in a long time.“

“Does anyone know why this place says permanently closed“

“Great Southwest-Mexican Local chain. The use of hatch chiles in their food give it a very different taste. Portions are great as is the Salsa Bar. We are outside on their front patio.

Kid-friendliness: Lots of families.“

“Love this spot, great atmosphere, food and drinks are really good.“

“amazing food and service!!!! not once have my family and I been disappointed ♥️👅👈“

“Such good food, nothing I've ordered has been bad. It's small on the inside but it has outdoor seating and the quality is phenomenal. I know las islitas is right next door but definitely try this first. Much less busy and faster service. This is definitely one of those hidden gems.“

“The Mix Up food truck! I ordered the kabob plate of a ribeye kabob and a lamb kabob. Mmmm, the kabobs were delicious. Big, hunky cuts of tender, flavorful meat; all grilled to perfection. The folks working the truck were fantastic. Big, fun personalities.

What initially caught my eye was the very dramatic graphic design on the truck. It looked like a vintage movie poster with a woman in Mexican traditional garb and Arab man individually both looking contemplatively into the distance. As I walked closer, I found out they were selling Arab and Mexican food with their signature dish being their famous ribeye kabob.

I ordered the kabob plate. It came with two kabobs, rice, salad,hummus and pita bread. $22. Yup, that price point may have you thinking twice but I was able to get two meals out of this plate. The kabob serving size was huge. I chose the ribeye and lamb kabobs. Chicken was the other option. They weren't stingy on the protein serving. The meats are actual cuts of filets, not ground meat. It was tender, flavorful with a great grill to it. Instead of rice, I asked for double the salad. The salad was fresh tasting and vibrant looking. The hummus was packed with a garlicky punch.“

“We had our wedding dinner her and just spent our 3rd wedding anniversary we love this place“

“I came on to do this review because of BJ. He is an awesome addition to your team. Super friendly and respectful. He checked on customers who were eating and called them by name. You could use more like him. I will also say the quality here is so much better than the Valley Springs location.“

“Finally a true Mexican restaurant in Galt.“

“The employees were all friendly and the restaurant was clean and quiet. The food was great as well I highly recommend their vegetarian menu. Come to think of it I've never really had a bad experience at a taco bell. The staff even took extra care packaging our food.“

“Fastest fast food place I've ever seen. Going in was quicker than the drive through. While there, a young couple came in because they were served the wrong drink in the drive through. The manager came out and gave them what they ordered, let them keep the other drink, and refunded their money. All of this fast and honest service comes at a small price. Be careful when opening your food, it's put together very well and may spill out.“

“I use the mobile app because it helps me order vegan food. That’s very convenient and I appreciate that I can customize food for my dietary needs. I didn’t rate them as well in service because once they put meat on my vegan entrée and also even though I order ahead, it seems like they don’t make my order until I get there“