Chak Balam Mexican Restaurant

5 star restaurant.

Nice place. The food was delicious. Service was a little slow. There was only one server working the night we were there; don't know if that is a consistent staffing level, a one-off because someone called out sick, or if it was due end of season issues (we were there in early November.) Took about 25 minutes to get our food order in. However, our food came out quickly after we ordered and it was very good. We were in no hurry so the wait didn't interfere with our plans. Would give them another chance if we are ever back in Torrey.

Atmosphere: 4

Food: 5

Service: 4

Recommended dishes: Enchiladas, Chips and Salsa Roja

Went after a long hike in Capital Reef and was worried when we saw there was only one server for almost a full place. He was amazing though - efficiently got everyone’s orders and drinks out quickly.
The chile relleno was delicious, but the highlight was we asked for a side of mole sauce and honestly think it was the best we have ever had!

Atmosphere: 5

Food: 5

Service: 5

We dined there 3 times. Excellent food, quick service, friendly staff.

Atmosphere: 5

Food: 5

Service: 5

Recommended dishes: Shrimp Tacos, California Burrito, Grilled Fish Tacos

This is a good, solid Mexican restaurant. The service is very friendly, the food is good, and the atmosphere is very cute (they’re currently heavily decorated for Halloween).

The fajitas are good, all of their desserts are delicious. Good portion sizes with fair prices.

The hours listed online are not accurate for this time of year/fall/off-season (usually local restaurants move to a Thursday-Sunday, dinner-only schedule). They have a lit up OPEN sign on in their window when they’re open.

Atmosphere: 4

Food: 4

Service: 4

Delicious food and good customer service. Would definitely recommend!

Vegetarian options: Vegetarian Tacos available.

Parking: Easy pull in and out.

Kid-friendliness: Ample seating for a family.

Atmosphere: 5

Food: 5

Service: 5

Recommended dishes: Grilled Fish Tacos

Food was amazing, such good tacos

Atmosphere: 3

Food: 5

Service: 3

Recommended dishes: Fish Tacos

We walked in on a busy Friday night, but the staff greeted us promptly and seated us quickly. However, we waited for about 20 minutes without receiving menus. After placing our order, we waited another 45 minutes for our food. While I understand that restaurants can get busy, this extended wait time was unacceptable in my opinion. When the food finally arrived, it was delicious, especially the fajitas. Unfortunately, the service was subpar.

Atmosphere: 4

Food: 5

Service: 2

Lots of items can be made vegan. Be sure to ask. We had the guacamole, veggie tacos, and California burrito. Updated from previous review on 2024-10-23

Good food, good service, good prices.

Atmosphere: 4

Food: 5

Service: 5

Recommended dishes: Mole

I have no idea why this place is rated as high as it is. I had a choice between making pb&j in my room or this place. Kinda wish I had made pb&j. At least it has more complicated flavors. The food here is boring. Not spicy (i don't mean hot... i mean theres virtually no ingredients in there food). I would recommend going somewhere else. I guess if you like boring food and can't stand flavorful food... this is your place. But then why are you actively seeking out a Mexican restaurant? I highly recommend going somewhere else. Or... pb&j. Frankly you'll end up with a more rewarding meal.

The sauces are water. The salsa is basically just rehydrated tomato paste. I'm not kidding. And the meal tasted like a wet cardboard frozen gas station food. Even there drink was flat. I went to another Mexican restaurant two days after. Their free salsa and chips had more flavor than the entire meal at this place. Way better food.

I will say their service & atmosphere are really good. They just need to add spices.

Atmosphere: 5

Food: 1

Service: 5

What a wonderful little restaurant in Torrey! The drinks and food were so good and staff friendly.

Atmosphere: 5

Food: 5

Service: 5

Pastor quesadilla and hibiscus drink were delicious. Mole had very chewy chicken and almost no taste. Fajitas mixta had dry meat. Salsa was great and had a very fresh taste.

Wheelchair accessibility: There is a ramp to get inside and toilets are also accessible, at least no stairs.

Atmosphere: 5

Food: 4

Service: 5

Recommended dishes: Flan, Mole

Very good Mexican restaurant. It doesn't look that great from the outside, but don't let that fool you.
Friendly, quick service.
Price-performance ratio is also right.

Atmosphere: 4

Food: 5

Service: 4

Delicious! Efrain was very good and the food was wonderful.

Atmosphere: 5

Food: 5

Service: 5

Recommended dishes: Enchiladas