Restaurantji's guide to Wallace's top Mexican dining experiences.
Pizza · $
7998 CA-12, Wallace
Customers’ favorites
“We had the chicken alfredo, shrimp alfredo, spaghetti, and chicken burrito. The portions were huge and the food was very good. Will tell all my friends.”
Mexican · $
1906 Vista Del Lago Drive, Valley Springs · 7.76 miles
Customers’ favorites
“Food is authentically delicious! Went in with my kiddos and husband. Service was excellent, rice and beans taste like my Tia’s. Carne asada, birria and chicken was so delish! … highly recommend!”
Mexican · $
2869 W Hwy 12, Valley Springs · 5.18 miles
Customers’ favorites
“Always an amazing chill place to relax w friends and family.”
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Qdoba Mexican Eats is speeding up its growth across the nation, adding 33 new locations to its plans and bringing total restaurant commitments to more than 500 across the United States. The fast-casual Mexican chain is growing through key franchise partnerships in many regions. In the Northeast, PFGS, LLC will build 15 locations across Springfield, Mass., and Hartford, Conn. Meanwhile, Empire Inc. has agreed to open 10 restaurants in the Columbus, Ohio area, using their experience running over 100 restaurants including Subway and Dunkin' stores.