50 Best Mexican Restaurants near Rio Linda

“Drove from Woodland to try this place after seeing it on TikTok. Wasn't too bust when we arrived, just before 10am but it quickly picked up & got packed.

We ordered a large menudo with pata, a quesabirria, taco de birria & a carnitas taco. Everything was delicious but the carnitas taco could have been better. I feel like I was given the leftover meat from the bottom of the carnitas pile & that's my least favorite part but it could be just a personal preference. I like the leaner, less greasy carnitas.

The one thing I did notice is that the young blonde who initially took our order seems to get frazzled and stressed out very easily but she did not have a bad attitude like other reviewers claim. She was pleasant and attentive while we were there.

Definitely recommend giving this place a try. Restaurant is clean & the family seems to want to have happy customers. We will definitely be back again.“

“Excelente comida y servicio express, el personal muy amable y atentos. 100% recomendado“

“This place is truly authentic I went there wanting a taste of Michoacan and I got it! I highly recommend it.“

“Love this place, good food!“

“Our group of eight was searching for a sit-down Mexican restaurant with an open kitchen after 9 PM and found Jalapeños. We decided to give it a try, and the service was excellent—helpful and attentive staff. I sampled four different tacos, all of which were delicious, and the margaritas were fresh and flavorful. Overall, we had a great time, and I’d consider returning to explore more of the menu.“

“Excellent food, excellent service, priced just right, clean. I’m there at least once a week!“

“Probably some of the best Birria tacos l've had in Sacramento. Definitely will be coming back here to try the other items on the menu. Was surprised to see how quickly the line moved so props to the staff for keeping it moving while making quality foods.“

“loved the menudo like the cute little design“

“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!“

“I always feel like I was in Mexico!“

“Excellent service too!!!!“

“great food“

“Amazing food! Best tacos in Sacramento. Owner Shane was really great to speak with. He and his food exude passion. You must try The Char Market! 🌮“

“the BEST taqueria in sacramento in my opinion. it's affordable, everything is delicious, everyone who works there is always incredibly nice. i get one of their burritos probably once every couple of weeks at least, it's my favorite comfort food. consistently great.“

“We've been going to Centro since the night it opened and Timothy Busfield was making margaritas in the bar! It never disappoints; food is delicious, dishes evolve with the times and the seasons, service is excellent and friendly, and the vibe and ambience is fun. We always have an enjoyable time.“

“Delicious enchiladas and great vegetarian options. Absolutely must go for tasty & fresh salsa and chips!“

“Excellent every time! A family favorite of ours. The new owners are just as wonderful as the old owners and there’s always a genuinely warm greeting when we come in. The food is amazing. It’s one of the few places where you can confidently say everything on the menu is great. I wish they took cards, but I understand why they likely don’t, but really it doesn’t matter in a place as good as this.“

“I've been coming to Los Jarritos for years, and it never disappoints. This family-owned gem has become a staple for me when I crave authentic, fresh, and flavorful Mexican food. The staff is always friendly, making you feel like part of the family.

What really sets them apart is the variety on the menu...there's something for everyone, and it’s all reasonably priced. The food is consistently high-quality and made with fresh ingredients. They have unlimited chips and salsa, and they offer over five freshly made salsas to choose from. I can’t get enough of them!

Los Jarritos is the place to go if you want delicious Mexican food without breaking your wallet. I recommend this spot to anyone in Sacramento looking for great food, a warm atmosphere, and unbeatable value.“

“The ratings do this place justice. It is tried, tested, and well deserved. Even my spanish friends who barely speak english know of it and highly recommend it and it's regarded as the best Mexican food restaurant in the greater Sacramento area by a lot of people that I know. I only go for the food but they have a full bar and lot's of tv's. The food is the best part, as it should be in any restaurant; it's why we go. It's taco truck level quality with the whole restaurant experience and when I say taco truck quality food I mean that level of quality you'd expect from a single person who's worked on the same equipment for decades. It's clean, has bathrooms, really nice employees and that special mucho beuno absolutely bomb food. The menu is huge! And honestly, the bigger and more complex menu a restaurant has, typically, the lower quality food you'll find there but this place is the exception to that rule. Go there, try it, and then you'll know.

Parking: Plenty of parking although I wouldn't be surprised if the lot was full seeing how good this place is. If so, easily park on the other side of northgate.

Wheelchair accessibility: I can't see why a wheelchair user couldn't get to it. Wide open and level, flat sidewalk out front.“

“10/10 Recommend. Our first time in was Saturday night and we were a bit nervous prior, will the food be good? Will it be a long wait for food? How will the drinks be? Food was absolutely perfect and was out very quickly. Drinks were delicious and refreshing. Very family friendly environment. We will for sure be back and highly recommended going. Staff was attentive and we felt well taken care of when we were exhausted and hungry just needed a comfort meal close to home. Successful and great visit for sure.“

“Shrimp tostadas are delicious, all the food that I have tried is very good 😊 I recommend the quesabirrias too.“

“Stopped by here for a late meal. We both had the quesadilla burrito. Food was great, but I was particularly struck by the flavor of the refried beans; seasoned perfectly.
Even though we arrived just before the kitchen closed, the staff were very friendly and courteous.
If I remember correctly, 8 big screen TVs circled the dining area/bar. Several different sports channels were on, but muted. The ambiance Mexican music just felt better anyways.“

“I've been here a lot of times now, tried everything on the menu at least once. Great service, peaceful atmosphere, delicious food and just an amazing place all together. Highly recommend this place, won't be disappointed, satisfaction guaranteed. There is also outdoor seating, seating inside is very small but it's worth the experience for delicious food.“

“best ever, people, food, patio.“

“Muy delicioso su sazón Muy recomendado Riquísima comida“

“Last week I went to OMG Cocina because I was craving some Mexican food, and wow—what a delightful surprise! I walked in expecting to grab some tacos, but when I spotted black pozole on the specials board, I just had to try it (I’m a huge pozole fan!). I usually stick to red pozole, so this was a totally new adventure for my taste buds. From the very first spoonful to the last, I was grinning—the rich flavors, the perfect blend of spices, and that incredible mix of roasted peppers with a hint of citrus had my taste buds dancing with joy. Absolutely delicious! I’ll definitely be going back, and I can’t wait to explore the rest of their menu!“

“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!“

“Best place ever! Great food and atmosphere!“

“Jumbos tacos are the bomb and now you can buy the sauce…. And Facebook tracks me…they should be telling you about the sauce…“

“El lugar esta enorme y extremadamente limpio desde los baños hasta todo el restaurante. Las micheladas super frias y nuestra comida fue una mariscada espectacular y unas enchiladas michoacanas súper recomendadas 🥰 si lo recomendamos“

“The alpastor is super flavorful! The torta is sizable and the ingredients taste fresh, the bread was soft and soaked up the alpastor well. The salsa is absolute fire. Horchata was less flavorful or sweet, but that made it a lot much more of a refreshing beverage vs a sweet drink like a lot of places do. Will definitely be here again“

“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!“

“Had an excellent dinner last night. The pescado oaxaqueño and maya margarita were topnotch. Rodrigo was friendly, knowledgable, and provided excellent service. This is a must visit stop when in Sacramento.“

“Great!! Dined here about 6 times so far. Fast pleasent service. Food orders made well, fast & consistent. Staff always cleaning wiping up & restocking. Love the birria tacos, enchiladas, beans rice.“

“Muy ricos los taquitos de birria 😋 el Menudo las hamburguesas todo“

“One of my go to's for lunch and the go to spot for taco Tuesday. This place has it all, indoor/ outdoor seating, quick service, large portion sizes and most importantly delicious food that never disappoints.
No matter what l've tried on their menu, plate always end ups cleaned as if it never had anything on the plate in the first place. Definitely give it a try if you're looking for great Mexican food.“

“I’ve been lucky enough to have seen this taqueria from the first day they opened, in Campbell, Ca. which was the original location prior to moving to the Sacramento area. The food is prepared by a family who pours just the right amount of love into each dish. For me, I fell in love with the food the first day, then I fell in love with the family. Mom, Dad, Sons, and Sister(their daughter always called me brother and I called her sister❤️) all knew me by first name basis. I’d take orders from the business located in our complex and order 10 burritos at a time and always left with a free burrito for myself. I gained over 50lbs eating their food because it was the best around. Over the past 25-30years they’ve been in business, I’ve made the trek to Sacramento to see the family and eat their amazing food multiple times. Stop in and try the carne asada super burrito! -Frank aka Ponchito“

“I come here for lunch/dinner everytime I'm in Sacramento. This is by far, the best place for vegetarian tacos and I haven't had salsa this good ever! Friendly service, I will always come back!

Vegetarian options: Taco options without meat, pretty sure almost everything can be ordered without meat. Salsa is THE BEST!“

“I like the Mexican Restaurant, that's why am interested in coming in as a member.“

“🌟✨ La Estrellita Meat Market – A Hidden Gem in West Sacramento! ✨🌟 Wow! 🤩 This place has it ALL – an amazing meat market, a delicious restaurant, and a heavenly dessert spot all under one roof! 😍👌 I had the Ceviche Taco 🌮, and it was absolutely tasty! The fresh avocados 🥑 made it not only flavorful but also a healthy treat! 💚 The service was incredibly fast, and the employees were so friendly and welcoming! 😊🙌 The place is super clean, and the prices are very reasonable! 💰👍 The managers are the best – they answered all my questions with a smile! 🤗 But the highlight of my visit? THE BIONICO! 🍓🍌🍎🥝✨ OMG, it was divine! The fruits were so fresh, and the combination of creme and toppings made it a heavenly treat for the gods! 👑🍯 Absolutely a must-try! 💖 I highly recommend everyone check out La Estrellita Meat Market and support this amazing local small business! 🙏💯 Let's help our community thrive together! 🚀🎉 #HiddenGem #WestSacramento #BestTacos #BionicoLove #SupportLocal #FreshAndDelicious“

“Good restaurant nice 😊 environment“

“I didn't like the food. hahaha just kidding. I loved very good food. But I loved Jennifer's attention more in Sacramento, very kind and sociable, I would definitely return for her attention. I leave 5 stars for her. thank you so much.“

“My family and I have had the most wonderful experiences at Vallejo's. The atmosphere for dining is one of the best. The staff are so kind, and the owners go out of their way to speak to their customers. When my father passed away in 2018, the Vallejo's family surprised us with catering at his funeral. They fed over 500 people, and didn't charge our family one penny for the food. They have also catered for various family functions, including graduation events. The food is amazing and is definitely worth trying.“

“Had some delicious food while watching live music. Ordered a bunch of food. Everything tasted great.“

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

“Best tortas and tacos we had in Sacramento.“

“Great bbq chicken 🍗 and the beans and potato salad was so delicious! The staff was very friendly. 😊“