Viva's Mexican Food

1201 Soquel Ave, Santa Cruz
(831) 425-8482

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Daniel Nemire

Love this place - my favorite neighborhood spot, great portions, fresh ingredients, friendly staff.

Atmosphere: 5

Food: 5

Service: 5

J Meyers

We really like this place. Their food is delicious, price is great, and the atmosphere is fun. Happy to have found an organic Mexican restaurant. Not sure how much of it is organic… but it’s very fresh!

Atmosphere: 4

Food: 5

Service: 5

Jeanine Dermer

This place is amazing I just had their homemade chicken Molly and it was to die for the best I've ever had. Staff was very friendly

Atmosphere: 5

Food: 5

Service: 5

Eliza Yanik

First time trying this place and was pleasantly surprised. Veggies were fresh and made to order, the chile relleno was cooked beautifully. The server was very friendly and helpful and very flexible with plate combos. I could have even had a breakfast burrito in the afternoon on a weekday! Super happy. Only negative was the tables/booths hadn’t been wiped down despite the restaurant being completely empty. Planning to return here ?

Vegetarian options: Chile relleno, sides, veggie burritos, breakfast burritos, quesadillas, plates, etc. also was willing to substitute and got a big plate of fresh grilled veggies on the side (asparagus, Brussel sprouts, bell peppers, mushrooms, onions)

Dietary restrictions: Refried beans not made with pork/lard for a change so and no chicken stock/stock in the Spanish rice so was able to get for once. Server was accommodating when checking that everything was vegetarian for me. ❤️

Atmosphere: 4

Food: 4

Service: 5

Recommended dishes: Chile Relleno, Vegetarian

Eliza

First time trying this place and was pleasantly surprised. Veggies were fresh and made to order, the chile relleno was cooked beautifully. The server was very friendly and helpful and very flexible with plate combos. I could have even had a breakfast burrito in the afternoon on a weekday! Super happy. Only negative was the tables/booths hadn’t been wiped down despite the restaurant being completely empty. Planning to return here 😸

Casey Rosen

The food was very good but the man at the register was clearly sick. He wasn’t wearing a mask and he was coughing and it made me really uncomfortable and felt unsafe. Should’ve left.. but really, if you’re sick don’t work the counter or at least take precautions.

Atmosphere: 2

Food: 5

Service: 3

Recommended dishes: Tacos

Jake Blair

Phenomenal owner, great food. Must visit if you’re in SC.

Atmosphere: 5

Food: 5

Service: 5

John Andersen

There didn't seem to be quacamole in my burrito and if there was it was invisible and tastless.

Atmosphere: 2

Food: 1

Service: 5

Recommended dishes: Vegan

Tired Wanderer

Been coming here for over 20 years. Back then it used to be called Jalapenos. Still good, but options have changed, prices have gone up and choices are limited. It's still good, but for the prices, not nearly as good as it was in prior years. Hopefully things improve as I do still like this place quitr a bit.

Atmosphere: 2

Food: 3

Service: 3

Chris B.

Been coming here for over 20 years. Back then it used to be called Jalapenos. Still good, but options have changed, prices have gone up and choices are limited. It's still good, but for the prices, not nearly as good as it was in prior years. Hopefully things improve as I do still like this place quitr a bit.

Atmosphere: 2

Food: 3

Service: 3

Christian B.

Been coming here for over 20 years. Back then it used to be called Jalapenos. Still good, but options have changed, prices have gone up and choices are limited. It's still good, but for the prices, not nearly as good as it was in prior years. Hopefully things improve as I do still like this place quitr a bit.

Atmosphere: 2

Food: 3

Service: 3

Emily Shaw

Great service, good food, and fair price! Great place for a casual dinner or lunch!

Atmosphere: 4

Food: 4

Service: 5

Jade Ismail

Love this place. And the prices are right !!

Atmosphere: 5

Food: 5

Service: 5

Roark Rodriguez

Beautiful burrito, supportive of veganism, wonderful rustic atmosphere for ordering and indoor dining, with good natural lighting in the

Atmosphere: 5

Food: 5

Service: 5

Amin “Say what?”

The food was excellent, customer service was fantastic, and the atmosphere was tremendous. Will come back again

Atmosphere: 5

Food: 5

Service: 5

Recommended dishes: Vivas Salas and Chiken Grilled, Chicken Mole Taco

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