When I used to work in RWC I ate at their original location just outside of downtown. They've opened a second locale in Menlo and has been quietly opened for a year and I hadnt realized it. Especially because it is in the same strip mall as one of my fave Mexican places, El Fogon, which strangely had an Atherton Mom and her teenage daughter going to. this would never happen pre covid. Speaking of when they opened apparently most folks wanted the original location which is more Panaderia than Restaurant back then to have a bar. So they built this one with a nice bar and now post covid the demand for a bar isnt as strong. I hope that changes because I think their food is quite good. Also this locale brings in the bakery products from the other location so it is a small case. I had a conversation with a server a while back at a sushi restaurant of all places and found out they were from Guatemala. We got to talking about where all the Guatemlan food was and they said El Pollo Campero was basically the only one around. So when I told them about the original location of Guatemalteca we googled it and this one showed up. So during my errands I met a friend here for a meal. We had to go for the stuff we'd never heard of and that paid dividends. The Hilachas is a beef stew that texturally like ropa vieja with the protein being beef being in a thick gravy like stew of tomato and other aromatics. This was served with a salad, pureed black beans and rice. The churrasco was grilled beef similar to carne asada but spiced differently. it had similar components to the Hilachas but also came with a chili and some crema. We also got a Gutemalan Tamal of pork to share and they included the last of their Gutemalan style chile relleno which is smaller but amazingly tasty. The bonus here are the hand made tortillas! Food was a big win and since you're surrounded in a neighborhood of great Mexican food, Id stick to the Gutemalan fare to broaden your horizons. THe brother and sister which run this locale speak really good ENglish but they still helped me practice my Spanish which was nice. A great new add to the neighborhood and now it's going to be hard because I have to choose this or EL Fogon in the same block
Kori Ogletree
Best Guatemalteca food I’ve had! I forgot to take a photo before digging in to my pollo con papas, but I suppose this picture explains how amazing the food is. The atmosphere/vibe is welcoming and the staff are wonderful and helpful :)
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Pollo
Clint Albright
This place was amazing. Some of the best food I’ve had in a while and amazing service.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
mayen milian
(Translated by Google) Cash only. They don't take cards but the food and service is excellent. The only thing I recommend is to bring cash.(Original)Cash only. No reciven tarjeta pero la comida y el servicio es excelente. Lo unico que recomiendo es llevar efectivo.
Mirna Barrientos
(Translated by Google) Wow they cook delicious meals, everything tastes exquisite and delicious.(Original)Wow cocinan deliciosas comidas, todo tiene un sabor exquisito y delicioso.
Hani Banna
Great meal and helpful staff. Had the fried chicken plate. Recommended
Genny R.
Good food, never disappoints! So far Everything we have tried is delicious! The breakfast dishes & atole de arroz are a must try!
Grisel Rivas
Food tasted amazing ?
Ken B.
Chorizo & eggsFairly blandSome pico de GalloWould have been nice.Runny black beansWould have preferred pinto beans.They had very very thick tortillas.A carb nightmare. My grandma made very light thin tortillas. I know it's possible. One unbelievable thing for any kitchen is not to have butter!But no butter for my tortillas.Nor any real cream for coffee.Just artificial chemical powder.There was only one other person seated. Should have been a clue.
Vincent C.
I hate doing this because I love my fellow Guatemalans and always hope their business always prosper. With that being said, the bread was whack. I thought it would be fresh but it was already hardened. On top of that, the chorizo was burnt and it didn't seem fresh at all. I just hope they step their game up because I would love for them to keep having business but with how a simple plate of chorizo con huevos came out awful....that says a lot!
Value is good, I think, and they have managed to stay open during the pandemic, which says a lot. It's not as good as the food I've sampled when I was actually in Guatemala, but those were home cooked meals, so it's maybe unfair to compare!
Ricardo C.
This place was recommended but a guy from Big O tires, while I was getting my oil changed. I must say that this place had some really good food...I have the chorizo and eggs with a side of plantains and beans...the tortillas are fresh and hime made...so if you're looking for a good meal stop on in and grab a plate...
Lanna S.
Their food is really delicious! Each order brings a ton of food too. Everything tastes exactly like the food is Guatemala. Very authentic flavors and you can tell the food is made with love. We've been here five times and each time, it's been incredible! One of the best restaurants in RWC by far.
When I used to work in RWC I ate at their original location just outside of downtown. They've opened a second locale in Menlo and has been quietly opened for a year and I hadnt realized it. Especially because it is in the same strip mall as one of my fave Mexican places, El Fogon, which strangely had an Atherton Mom and her teenage daughter going to. this would never happen pre covid. Speaking of when they opened apparently most folks wanted the original location which is more Panaderia than Restaurant back then to have a bar. So they built this one with a nice bar and now post covid the demand for a bar isnt as strong. I hope that changes because I think their food is quite good. Also this locale brings in the bakery products from the other location so it is a small case. I had a conversation with a server a while back at a sushi restaurant of all places and found out they were from Guatemala. We got to talking about where all the Guatemlan food was and they said El Pollo Campero was basically the only one around. So when I told them about the original location of Guatemalteca we googled it and this one showed up. So during my errands I met a friend here for a meal. We had to go for the stuff we'd never heard of and that paid dividends. The Hilachas is a beef stew that texturally like ropa vieja with the protein being beef being in a thick gravy like stew of tomato and other aromatics. This was served with a salad, pureed black beans and rice. The churrasco was grilled beef similar to carne asada but spiced differently. it had similar components to the Hilachas but also came with a chili and some crema. We also got a Gutemalan Tamal of pork to share and they included the last of their Gutemalan style chile relleno which is smaller but amazingly tasty. The bonus here are the hand made tortillas! Food was a big win and since you're surrounded in a neighborhood of great Mexican food, Id stick to the Gutemalan fare to broaden your horizons. THe brother and sister which run this locale speak really good ENglish but they still helped me practice my Spanish which was nice. A great new add to the neighborhood and now it's going to be hard because I have to choose this or EL Fogon in the same block
Best Guatemalteca food I’ve had! I forgot to take a photo before digging in to my pollo con papas, but I suppose this picture explains how amazing the food is. The atmosphere/vibe is welcoming and the staff are wonderful and helpful :)
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Pollo
This place was amazing. Some of the best food I’ve had in a while and amazing service.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
(Translated by Google) Cash only. They don't take cards but the food and service is excellent. The only thing I recommend is to bring cash.(Original)Cash only. No reciven tarjeta pero la comida y el servicio es excelente. Lo unico que recomiendo es llevar efectivo.
(Translated by Google) Wow they cook delicious meals, everything tastes exquisite and delicious.(Original)Wow cocinan deliciosas comidas, todo tiene un sabor exquisito y delicioso.
Great meal and helpful staff. Had the fried chicken plate. Recommended
Good food, never disappoints! So far Everything we have tried is delicious! The breakfast dishes & atole de arroz are a must try!
Food tasted amazing ?
Chorizo & eggsFairly blandSome pico de GalloWould have been nice.Runny black beansWould have preferred pinto beans.They had very very thick tortillas.A carb nightmare. My grandma made very light thin tortillas. I know it's possible. One unbelievable thing for any kitchen is not to have butter!But no butter for my tortillas.Nor any real cream for coffee.Just artificial chemical powder.There was only one other person seated. Should have been a clue.
I hate doing this because I love my fellow Guatemalans and always hope their business always prosper. With that being said, the bread was whack. I thought it would be fresh but it was already hardened. On top of that, the chorizo was burnt and it didn't seem fresh at all. I just hope they step their game up because I would love for them to keep having business but with how a simple plate of chorizo con huevos came out awful....that says a lot!
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Value is good, I think, and they have managed to stay open during the pandemic, which says a lot. It's not as good as the food I've sampled when I was actually in Guatemala, but those were home cooked meals, so it's maybe unfair to compare!
This place was recommended but a guy from Big O tires, while I was getting my oil changed. I must say that this place had some really good food...I have the chorizo and eggs with a side of plantains and beans...the tortillas are fresh and hime made...so if you're looking for a good meal stop on in and grab a plate...
Their food is really delicious! Each order brings a ton of food too. Everything tastes exactly like the food is Guatemala. Very authentic flavors and you can tell the food is made with love. We've been here five times and each time, it's been incredible! One of the best restaurants in RWC by far.