This food is authentic Mexican and delicious. It is also inexpensive for what you get. You walk up…read moreand place your order and pay and they bring it out to you. The staff was super cheerful and friendly. I would give 5 stars but the bathroom was not clean at all. And not just from people using it that day. It looked like it hadn't been cleaned in a long time by the buildup of gross. :(

The service was very fast, the young lady at the register was very polite and knew the menu well…read more Coming from Southern California this is the most authentic Mexican food I can find in Idaho.

Hands down the BEST birria I've ever had. If you're a birria fan, you *have* to try the El Tapatio…read moreburrito - it's massive, super flavorful, and incredibly fresh. And makes for some leftovers! On weekends (Saturday and Sunday), they do a birria plate special that's also 10/10. The mole enchiladas are just as impressive - rich, balanced, and full of flavor. I've been here multiple times now, and every single meal has been consistently excellent. Definitely one of those spots you keep coming back to! By far the Mexican food in the valley!

I just wanted a simple meal of tacos. I choose the marinated beef tacos. They were fantastic.! The…read morechips and cabbage salsa were fresh and yummy. I would eat here again.

Great tacos, seasoned very well, tastes like the tortillas are homemade. Quick and friendly…read moreservice, as well as very reasonable prices. Also, very cool location being in an old school bus.

the best tacos I have ever had. authentic delicious Mexican food. family owned, friendly service,…read moreamazing foo. if I lived here I would be a regular. so worth the stop.

We've eaten here for years now. It's our fave for Mexican food in I.F.!…read more Morenita's is a small & simple place -- but don't let that deter you. They ROCK IT for authentic Mexican food! And they have the Mexican ladies in the kitchen to prove it IS the real deal. (Be sure to tell them "¡Gracias!" when you pick up your food at the high-counter pickup window. Even tho' you can't see them, they can usually hear you! Makes their day. Better still, drop 'em a tip when you pay - they really appreciate it.) Morenita's TACOS are the best in town! They have the house-cooked meat of your choice. Be ready to state your meat pref. at the register. They will ask for your choice. (See my attached MENU PICS for Meat Options.) Most TACOS are made with a larger-sized, white corn tortilla - that oddly but wonderfully tastes like a mix of corn and flour! SO good! (Their "STREET TACO is smaller.) TYPES OF TACOS: Not sure what kind of taco to get? * CHUCHE: Opt for the CHUCHE TACO if you don't need a lot of fanfare (extra toppings), and you like a crisp cabbage crunch in every bite, + some melted cheesy goodness. * RANCHERO: If you DO like all the fixin's - including (a few/not too much) WHOLE beans, pico, onion, tomato, cilantro, avocado, sour cream + a little kick of jalapeño - the TACO RANCHERO is my first-choice fave! * SUPREME: If you like all that same stuff (w/ your choice of meat) - but prefer REFRIED beans and NO jalapeños - go for the TACO SUPREME. OTHER ITEMS: PIZOPE: If you're really hungry, the PIZOPE has similar toppings as a taco, but is a LOT more food! (And cheese.) The PIZOPE is super filling, and great for 2 to share if you don't have big appetites. NACHOS: The SUPER NACHOS are a big win for a family or group 'cuz they're so easily shared - and are just a HUGE pile of delish! (While I HAVE seen a hungry teenage boy or two eat them ALL before, it's rare for most people to finish a plate alone!) About their MEAT CHOICES: * You can never go wrong with their tender BARBACOA (shredded BEEF). There is a 50c or $1 upcharge for that on most dishes. * CARNITAS (shredded PORK) is a popular, delish meat choice, with no upcharge. * I personally find the grilled steak, CARNE ASADA, to be rather dry and gristly for my own pref. But others seem to like it. No upcharge. * If you're feeling adventurous, you must try the BEEF CHEEK as a meat choice! It is super tender & full of flavor! Upcharge applies (50c for tacos, $1 for burritos, as examples.) * FISH (Tilapia) currently (Jan. 2026) has a high cost for substituting as a meat choice. But there is no upcharge for a FISH TACO, as far as I know. HOW THE PLACE ROLLS: * At Morenita's you pay upon ordering, so no tip is required. (But I personally think the sweet older ladies who bus the tables as fast as they can keep up - and work SO hard to keep the restaurant clean, even when the line goes out the door at times - are very deserving of even a minimal or modest tip.) * After you order you will seat yourself at a booth or a table. Be aware that it's a very small place, so seating is "cozy" - so if it's a busy time, you will sit quite close to others. (At the busiest times you may need to take your meal To Go.) * You will listen for your ticket #, found in a black box near top of the receipt. That # will be called out in English and Spanish from the cash register area. TIP: Ask your phone how to say that number in Spanish. (As a Spanish teacher/translator, I hear it better in Spanish than I do in English now, haha!) * When done eating, you clear your own table. Use the trash cans at the back, or at the front by the main door. (Don't throw away their plates or silverware!) If you do not bus it, then please, kindly leave a cash tip for the ladies who bus it for you. * SAUCES IN THE MINI-FRIDGE! Stop at the fridge in the back to grab a couple bottles of SAUCE! Just be sure to put them back when you're done with 'em! And if it's really busy, sauce up at your table and run them back, asap. Our faves: * CHIPOTLE SAUCE (light orange) = mild & creamy * GREEN SAUCE w/ SEEDS = medium PARTING WORDS OF WISDOM: Common courtesy prevails at a cozy, often busy little place like Morenita's! From the parking lot to table clean-up, we can make the dining experience of others better by being helpful, patient, kind, and friendly. We can make someone's day better. This is America, and it's Idaho! May we each be the good example of civility and kindness we ought to be. Let's treat others who may be strangers to us, like friends and family. 'Strangers' are friends we just don't know yet. And we can also show appreciation for the hard workers in our great town who provide a clean place to eat, and a warm, delicious meal when we want it. A little kindness ALWAYS goes a long way.

I love the diner ambience...comfortable and relaxed. The woman taking my order was very friendly…read moreand helpful. She likes Chili Relleno and affirmed my choice. It didn't take long for my food to come out and they called my number so I went to the pickup place for my food. It was very good. Tasty, not covered with cheese, and plenty of rice and beans to compliment the Chili Relleno with fresh tortillas on the side. The only reason for taking off a star was I expected it to be spicier... but maybe that is me and not the food. I like highly seasoned food. I hope to return and bring my partner for a taste of another dish they make!

This is the real thing authentic Mexican food. Lots of groceries reasonably priced make sure to…read morecheck it out.

What a fantastic and truly authentic Mexican restaurant and market!…read more The menu is straight forward, the staff is very friendly and the food is fresh fresh fresh! Whether you're visiting or a local - if you are used to real Mexican food (not the watered down bland pre frozen stuff served at other places in the Valley) this is the place to come. We had a delicious asada burrito and pollo quesadilla served with a dollop of guacamole and both were wonderful! Don't miss out on this place! It's refreshing to have authenticity instead of the other "Mexican" restaurants in Star Valley posing as authentic.

A Rexburg hole in the wall. Located on Rexburg Main St, you can miss it even if you are trying to…read morefind it. I have never been inside the location, just used the drive through. There normally isn't a line, and if there is, the service is pretty quick. All of the food is good and authentic. They do use more potatoes/fries than normal - but hey! It's Idaho! My favorite thing to get is the Carne Asada fries. Base layer of fries, slices of Carne Asada, sour cream, onions & tomatoes. It is a popular rexburg favorite. I love heat so I add hot sauce when I get home. I'll also throw in a Horchata and a few churros ($1 each). My biggest observations are; 1. The Carne Asada was a bit fatty this last time I went. My husband didn't think it was a problem, so maybe it was just me. 7/10 2. The Horchata was just watered down for my taste. Still tasted amazing! I give it 8/10. 3. CHURROS ARE PERFECT! 10/10 Overall, short a star- it wasn't perfect, but still a favorite, we will be going back soon.

I was hungry for Mexican food today so I found this place to go satisfy my grumbling tummy. It was…read morearound 1:15pm when I went to this establishment, only to find out I was going to have to wait a good minute till I would be able to satisfy my craving, beacuse, I tell you what this line was sooo gosh dang long. I had to wait for forever, but none the less I really felt like Mexican food so I waited. finally I was able to order, all I wanted was just a normal enchilada with green sauce. after paying feeling and feeling like I just got robbed. I received my food went to sit down at one of the only open tables, only to find out this place must employ children because this table looked as if a 3 year old wiped it down. so I went to my car to eat my enchilada, and right as I take my first bite I thought the 3 year old also cooked my food. I know its a Mexican restaurant but I didn't think they would actually serve me dog meat because that's what it tasted like. never eat Mexican food agin barf.

Food is ok, prices are ok, but very limited options therefore I would recommend for that reason…read more Service is great! And clean establishment

I am all for supporting local businesses, however, I cannot get over the food on my previous…read moreencounters. my picky eater aside (he doesn't like anything) my husband's cheese enchilada was made with American cheese slices. the fountain machine needed a filter change it tasted as if they were pumping river water into the place and serving it and I was not happy with my meal. we tried this place several times and each resulted in a poor experience. I know the locals rave about this place but I cannot understand why.

AMAZING FOOD PLACE! the food is so good specially the tacos of carne asada that come with beans and…read morerice they were delicious.

A solid choice for anyone looking to cure a hangover with some Mexican comfort food. Asada burrito…read morewas well seasoned... maybe slightly too seasoned?... but I still ate that salty monster up while chillin' in their cutely decorated dining area. Walk up and order makes this fast casual eatery much easier to get through without the fuss of ordering table-side. Staff were accommodating, kind, enthusiastic in the best way. Tomatillo salsa is made with fresh tomatillos (versus roasted) which for me is a rare treat! Love the grassiness of fresh tomatillo salsa.

The food was ok but the service UGH! We got there right when they opened . They kept seating more…read moreand more people. At one point we didn't see the 2 servers for 20 minutes . They were in the kitchen. (Cooking?! Who knows) we just wanted to be done and get a check but they never came to our table. Finally just left cash on the table. Prob shouldn't have seated so many if they were under staffed.

This was a great find! Shrimp taco and carne asada tacos had a lot of flavor! Pleasantly surprised…read morefor an LA native trying to find some comfort food. Hidden in the corner of a plaza for casual dining. Many tv screens to watch a game or the whatever else might be on. Host/waitress was super nice and service is fast. The chips were warm and fresh! We had to get a refill! I would definitely come back when in this area.

Pretty good mix of seafood and veggies. Spicy and tasty! Didn't order in, but the restaurant was…read moreclean and not too busy on a weekday at 1:30. The service was friendly and quick. Only took about seven minutes to prepare the food from order to pick up.