18 Best Mexican Restaurants in Palo Alto

“I’ve been there a few times and is always very good I highly recommend“

“The food is delicious. The sauces really stand out here at Palo Alto Sol. See my review at EssentialPaloAltoRestaurants.com“

“The bistek asado. omg! soooo tender. we ordered it medium. it was perfect. We also ordered the pollo rostisado con mole. it was tender and tasty. Thank you for accommodating us with no reservations. make reservations. place gets packed quick.“

“Great food and drinks. Free warm tortilla chips and salsa. Had the expresso chicken burrito with red sauce, pork expresso burrito with green sauce, and expresso chicken and steak burrito with red sauce all burritos topped with sour cream, guacamole, onions, and salsa. Had all el loco drink very refreshing and beers and their hot chicken wings served with ranch and Chile sauce along with carrot slices and celery very good. Restaurant very clean and service was great and quick.“

“First time in Palo Alto. Had been at Stanford Hospital all day and we were craving tacos. Easy place to find.. Staff was friendly and the food we ordered was yummy!! The large Nachos can feed 2-3 people. As for the tacos, love a taqueria that's not skimpy on the meat! Definitely coming back! 😋“

“Fun corner tent stand serving made-to-order pupusas for $4 and some other options like hot dogs and mixed drinks. One pupusa is enough for a medium-sized lunch. Comes with sides like sauce and mixed cabbage slaw. And smells really good with fun music playing to boot!“

“There are two important reasons to go here: fish tacos.“

“By far was this is the best Mexican food I've ever had. A bit on the pricey side, but well worth it!“

“Hello if anyone somehow stumbled by this website because they want to check out Como Esta taqueria I have some answers. A relative is a worker there and I spent a summer there (If you saw a 6 year old cleaning tables a bit less than a decade ago - yup that was me, I appreciate the tips I was a very happy kid that summer). Regarding the comment of that they don’t sell beer there, they do but its limited to maybe 3 brands (all Mexican ). It’s definitely a place you should go in person! The space is small, but there is a few tables outside, and it has a homey vibe (at least to me). Since I spent so much time there - you guessed it I’ve tried some of the menu, the reason I don’t say most it’s because there’s way to much to cover and I’m a bit biased to my favorites. This includes: the fish tacos, regular burrito mojado the meat has to be Biiria, any burrito at that fact,and the tacos are good. I can say everything is authentic unless you add super to the name then that’s just for the people who think sour cream and lettuce should be in your burrito ? . ( no judgement) the salsa is flavorful ,but not spicy you have to ask for it to be spicy. Now without offending anyone I have to say the reson why the salsa isn’t spicy is because most people who visit can handle spice except a certain group of people. I know most of the workers and they all are very nice people. What some of the negative comments have said is that they were laughing at them and that they were disrespectful, I have to say this if you don’t understand the language don’t be quick to judge , take in consideration you walked into a taqueria not a predominately English speaking restaurant. I know that if you are a regular there they treat you like close friends and may tease you , but at the same time ask how have you been since your last visit. (Not to say new costumers aren’t welcome , but it’s kinda of the energy and attitude you put in , will be the one you get)I even know a grandpa that goes by “Tio “ uncle in English because that’s there nickname for him. If you are still here with me , (I hope you are )I have one last final comment. Everyone has bad days no one is perfect, and trust me they have good hygiene the manager and my relative make sure while they do switch roles multitasking , everything is sanitary. I can say this because I’ve been harshly scolded on how I should wipe tables , and a few years later, how I washed dishes. Another reson why you should trust me is because a few workers have a bit of OCD on clean things and how should it be done. (Imagine how I feel, I live with one). If you ever visit please say thanks to the workers since some have had bad chemical burns, normal burns, cuts, and sprained hands while trying to give you the best service possible!“

“Our concert got cancelled but we still needed some food when we got back to the hotel. I had an awesome roast beef and blue cheese sandwich.The chicken dinner with pasta salad and grilled beets met my wife’s palate perfectly.The sunrise smoothie and Brussel sprouts were awesome too. We need a Whole Foods in Modesto.“

“Outstanding Service from Jessica!
I visited this Baja Fresh location today and had an absolutely incredible experience thanks to the Assistant Manager, Jessica. I was trying to place an order, but my phone completely died and the system was experiencing a technical glitch. Instead of turning me away, Jessica stepped up with pure grace, immense kindness, and top-tier hospitality to completely take care of me. She went above and beyond to save my afternoon. She is a natural leader and absolutely deserves to be the General Manager of this location. The other manager doesn't know what he is doing. Thank you, Jessica!“

“Authentic Consistent Excellent quality of food and the ingredients taste fresh. Their salsas are Michelin level!! I love the mini burritos Perfect size and they don’t skimp on filling it with the meats not just rice filling.
Also great staff especially Miguel!!“

“Probably the best carne asada taco I’ve had in my life, meat was cooked perfectly and complemented well with their green sauce. The al pastor was also good they make it fresh with their own trompo! Good prices and quick service. Good place to go for a quick lunch and have some takeout food for the office.“

“I came here for a school field trip. The trip was amazing and super fun. Basically we tested their new robot system, and it was really cool. After we finished, we fought each other (the other kids). Also, the cafeteria was great, the “vending machines” were well stocked, and overall I had a great time. I wish I could go back and relive that day.“

“I ordered the California burrito (to go) and was blown away by how tasty it was. It was a generous portion of food, kept well on the drive home, and was everything I wanted. It came with a small bag of chips and some hot salsa that I also enjoyed. I will be back.“

“Love the 7 dollar craving box .
You can switch the nachos or whatever else for some twistys also good .
And remember to ask for beef or steak because they always serve you the chicken chulipa if you don't ask idk why that's just how they do it.“

“These young people ALWAYS work, fast, hard and are ALWAYS polite, I’m not used to that, but I have NEVER been disappointed at this location. I usually use the drive thru, but I went inside once and it had a few unhoused people in there, which adds stress to workers without security, raise their pay“