This spot is awesome for authentic, high-quality Mexican food on the go. The cabeza and lengua tacos are standout highlights. The meat is incredibly tender, rich, and seasoned to perfection. Beyond the tacos, the ceviche is remarkably fresh and bright, offering a crisp, citrusy contrast that rounds out the whole experience beautifully. Everything is prepared quickly without sacrificing quality. Mahalo read more

I was expecting a restaurant based on other Yelp reviews. So I was a little surprise to find Alijahs kitchen was a food stall with some tables under a canopy! You go up to the counter to place your order. They do not sell any beverages. You have to go to the liquor store next door for this! They do not publish any prices on the menu board so you have no idea how much each item costs. They bring your food to the table since we were dining there. While we waited for our food, we noticed lots of to go orders. The food was tasty and generous in portions except for the tacos. They were on the small side at $4 per taco! Taco came with just onions and cilantro. Would have tasted better if there was also some pico de gallo. The other food items were delicious. read more

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I love going here. They are quick and good price for the amount of food. I order their asada nachos and replace the chips for fries and asada for carnitas. the asada nachos have more toppings(beans, lettuce, jalapeños and pico de gallo, sour cream and guacamole) And the asada fries just has the guacamole and sour cream. read more

Aliyah's Kitchen and Grill - Carnitas nachos(replaced with fries) - Mexican Near Me - Templeton, California

This was our last stop before heading home and we were so blown at how delicious everything was! Our party comes from the bay and LA area, where Mexican options are a plenty and this impressed us. You know they are authentic when they have lengua and tripas and do it well. I had flautas and had to try their shrimp taco, amazing. The food was just fantastic. Salmon tacos, can you really just eat one? And the tripa torta, just wow for our friend that chomped down on it. Service was excellent, food came out fresh and the cashier was kind. It felt like eating at relatives home but with food that rivals homecooked meals. We will definitely be back and try more of this gem. read more

This place is fabulous! Great food and wonderful service!!! Love the patio. It's very cozy. Check them out, you'll love the food!!! read more

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The food was soooo good, the service was great, very friendly people but don't expect this to be fancy or anything like that, it's more like a casual "taco stand" but super clean! read more

This place gives the vibes of a little cute hole in the wall spot and I was excited for my order. I got a Asada burrito , and honestly it left much to be desired. The rice was bland and flavorless, and quite possibly the worst I've ever had. Rather than being satisfied, I was left with an empty feeling, yearning for quality Mexican food. You won't find much here, I head you to look onwards. read more

Little hole in the wall in downtown Templeton behind a convenience store but don't let that deter you. We ordered the Asada burrito bowl was which delicious and a veg big portion size. We also got the ceviche, asada nachos which were also good, especially the nachos. I would highly recommend, solely for the food. They don't have sodas, or offer water or anything so keep that in mind. However, there is a convenience store next door where you can get sodas and such. They only have covered and uncovered outdoor seating areas, so there's no indoor dining option. I would consider fast, casual dining. If you're looking for an authentic Mexican restaurant, this place is a good find in North County. read more

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We were on our way to the coast from the Central Valley and stopped in here before wine tasting. The place is charming. The woman who took our order was very nice. I had a chicken taco and a carnitas taco. Both had good flavor although they were dry. My friend had a breakfast burrito which she also said had good flavor, but was dry. read more

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I got the breakfast burrito bc that was what recommended. I got it with chorizo. This burrito is huge and packed with chorizo, potatoes, and more! You order at the counter window. There's a good amount of tables to enjoy your food here, this is a relatively clean space. There's also a parking lot in the back. read more

The best food and service. I really love the Shrimp bowl. The shrimp Are always large and cooked perfectly. read more

BEST tacos on the planet. I definitely recommend their Pastor tacos. The service is absolutely flawless and always consistent. The environment is amazing no matter what, including the entire experience. Their tacos, again, are always consistently delicious!! I also go here a lot and have never thought differently because the tacos are really good. Also i've read a lot of reviews about bad burritos and I just want to say that you shouldn't not go to a place again because of one item. Try the tacos and you'll be happy, especially the El pastor ones!! read more

Great authentic Mexican food. Nothing fancy, not much on ambiance, but reasonably priced. The food reminds me of cantinas in Mexico. Very good quality food. read more

Everyone here is really nice and the food is fresh and tasty. I'm happy to be able to frequent this restaurant and I'm super glad they're in my town. read more

Excellent food. All the ambiance of a classic street taco hole in the wall, but the food was superlative. Some top tier Chile Verde and the tacos were perfect. 10/10 will return read more

Came to patronize the little shop, left disappointed by ordinary food flavor, portion size (see photos) and price. NOTE: The "whole burrito" photo with the Sharpie (for size comparison) is missing very small bites off of the top, consisted entirely of store bought flour tortilla. $15.+ total price for a carnitas, bean, cheese and sour cream burrito is entirely unacceptable from a back of another store operation. Almost anywhere for that matter. This American of Hispanic descent knows what I want and expect in this specific order wherever I order it from. This was NOT it. Your mileage may vary but I'm one and done at this place. P.s. You are forewarned that if you want to pay by card, there is an additional fee that is NOT posted for the patron to note. I asked if there was a fee before I paid with cash thus saving what I consider to be the vendors operation expense, not mine. read more

Aliyah's Kitchen and Grill - Another view of the same overpriced, entirely generic tasting burrito from Aliyah's. - Mexican Near Me - Templeton, California

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Well, we were in Templeton CA for 4th of July parade and were looking for breakfast before the start of the parade. We noticed this small place which showed promise. And I swear, we had the best Mexican fare in our lives!! No two ways about it. We got carried away not only with the humungously huge and flavorful breakfast burrito with Chorizo but also with the wafer thin corn Tortilla that was used to wrap it together. Fast forward to 2021 Christmas Holiday parade in Paso Robles and guess where we went for breakfast, of course to Aliyah's Kitchen, where else!! Along with our last time's favorites, we also ordered the Pozole - a massive hit with all of us, and Al pastor taco plate - seconds were automatically ordered for this and Shrimp Ceviche, another favorite that we never found so fresh and enticing ever before. The best part is this that place is run by a sweet couple and their daughter - a complete family enterprise who are so humble n true and ready to do anything to make their customers happy. With their sincerity and commitment to service, the great and fresh Mexican cuisine prepared and served right in front of you, I see great future for this place. If you happen to be Paso Robles or Templeton, or just driving on 101 through here, you must come here for a wonderful and filling meal - breakfast lunch or dinner, after all they are open from 7 am to 9 pm all days! And while you are there do not miss the lightest and smoothest Flan that tastes like heaven ! read more

Aliyah's Kitchen and Grill - What a find - Mexican Near Me - Templeton, California

Fantastic food! Great people to deal with. We used them for a Baptism Reception. The menu was Tacos: Carne Asada, Al Pastor, & Pollo. They had all the trimmings...Pineapple, Onion, Cilantro, Radishes, Red & Green Salsa. Rice & Beans. They supplied all the plates, napkins. They came to my house set up their planchetta and cooked everything their fresh and hot!!! Not premade... Not sitting in a hot box... In my opinion, if they do that good of a job for a catering job...you know they will have fantastic food at their restaurant. Try them and see.... I almost forgot...... They brought plenty of CHIPS & SALSA!!!! read more

Aliyah's Kitchen and Grill - Mexican Near Me - Templeton, California

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Food is excellent! Got six tacos for the fiancé and a big burrito for myself. $36.25 for both of us, which is fine. If you guys like really really hot sauce, ask them. They gave me a little drop to test. Good flavor, great burn. They gave me half a sauce cup to eat my burrito with. Great with the burrito, not great on the toilet the next day. Will come here again. read more

Good food! Nice outdoor eating area. Clean kitchen. I encourage you to try it! Support small local businesses.

I love this place! I eat here once a week after work and I have never been done wrong. My favorites are the shrimp ceviche (seriously - the best ceviche I've had outside of Mexico), the pastor quesadilla, and the Chile verde plate. Rice and beans are on point and it's good portions for the high quality. By far my favorite Mexican food in north county. read more

This place was amazing! The salsas were so good and authentic. I ordered a carne asada bowl and asked for the cold ingredients on the side because I was going to be eating it much later and wanted to heat it up. They made the bowl perfect! The carne asada was tender and yummy! The rest of the family got burritos and loved every bite! This place is a MUST if you are traveling to or through Templeton! read more

A Definite Diamond in the rough! Loved this place. Took a chance on a newer place with less reviews and we all loved it. Drinks are sold at the store by the front of the street but the great Mexican food is in the back. Parking is in the back. Covered eating area as well as outside area. Lots of pico, cabbage and onion on each dish. Ghost pepper hot sauce on the table for anyone daring to try. The house green salsa is very mild and sweet. Red sauce is a little hot and both have great favor. Asada was perfect and they were generous with it. carnitas burrito was so flavorful, you'll love it. Nachos come with everything on them so enjoy! read more

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Authentic Mexican food on the main drag in Templeton. Behind the liquor store and not easy to find. But absolutely worth the search. We both had the carne asada taco plate. If I could buy their green salsa by the gallon I would. Yum! Indoor and outdoor seating. Friendly & fast service. This restaurant really deserves its own downtown location, not as the back building of a store. It's really good Mexican food. read more

Aliyah's Kitchen and Grill - Taco plate. Yum! - Mexican Near Me - Templeton, California

Hands down the best shrimp tacos in Templeton. Nice authentic Mexican food. I absolutely love their shrimp tacos very well seasoned and with all the fixing they are amazing. The food is priced just right. The burritos are very flavorful and juicy. This hidden Gem is a must try in Templeton. Location has plenty of parking and indoor and outdoor shaded picnic tables. Excellent customer service. Location is always busy but the service is fast. read more

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Best lengua tacos in North county! Yum! My husband got the asada quesadilla he thought it was pretty good! Enjoy this amazing hidden gem read more

Stopped by for taco Tuesday, did not disappoint! Got 4 tacos to go. Classic street taco preparation with a lime wedge per taco and generous portions of meat (I'm stuffed after eating all four). Their red and green hot sauces were excellent! Both spicy with red being the stronger of the two. The meats were each distinct in flavor and not overly greasy. Food was ready quickly with people ordering via phone and at the counter. Will be back for sure! p.s. For those of you still scared of the flu aka covid-19, yes the staff was masked and I spotted hand sanitizer at each table besides if Governor Gavin Newsom can eat unmasked, not socially distanced at the French Landry, I think you'll be OKAY eating anywhere within the jurisdiction of his mandates in similar fashion. read more

Aliyah's Kitchen and Grill - Taco Tuesday take out; Lengua, Carnitas, Pastor and Asada - Mexican Near Me - Templeton, California

Very good food.the owners are very nice.i got a taco and chili Verde plate big portion so please bring your own drinks and do not buy drinks from the store the owner of the store will not allow them to sell drinks so everyone has to go in his store so please do not buy from that liquor store read more

Aliyah's Kitchen and Grill - Mexican Near Me - Templeton, California

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Amazing Pastor. Fair pricing. Left fat and satisfied. Thank you for the great service and food!

Do not miss this spot for your Mexican food fix. Everything is fresh. Healthy bowl options. Cozy outdoor patio. Green sauce is so delicious. Order at the window. Friendly service. Likely our new lunch spot before tasting some wine. read more

everything was fresh and came out within minutes of us sitting down. coming back for breakfast this weekend. read more

Aliyah's Kitchen and Grill - Chicken and asada tacos - Mexican Near Me - Templeton, California

Tripa burrito for litter over $16. No pricing on the menu and there's barely any meat in the burrito. Ceviche was pretty good but still pricey for the portion. Personally wouldn't go back. read more

Greatest little gem! I'm obsessed with their chile verde breakfast burritos and they are so huge I get to enjoy it the next morning as well!

I'm from socal/Ventura County & here for work and this is not only the best representation of authentic Mexican food, but puts so many others to shame. The quality is exceptional, great variety, and everything I've had never disappoints. 11/10 recommend. I loved the shrimp torta, potato flautas, but the breakfast burritos. PLEASE don't sleep on this place. Idk who Aliyah is, but she certainly knows what's up. read more

Aliyah's Kitchen and Grill - Mexican Near Me - Templeton, California

This restaurant is Delicious and the service is great. Love the Michelada and the Burritos

Best Mexican Food off Main Street! Can you say fresh? Everything is made from scratch so if you want it fast, go to Taco Bell. Try the green salsa, it is amazing! Breakfast burritos are humongous but you're not going to want to share it so tell whoever to get their own. El pastor soft tacos and chicken tacos are super good! Just buy a lot, you'll be so excited to eat the leftovers. read more

This is definitely a hidden gem. I would have never known it was here had my friends not taken me. Very delicious Mexican food. We all got something different and although I didn't try everything, it all looked amazing. My friends got quesadillas, tacos, burritos, and I got nachos. All very tasty. They don't serve drinks but you can go to the liquor store that is attached and purchase anything you want from there. Interesting, but kind of cool concept. I will definitely be going back to try some other menu items. read more

Aliyah's Kitchen and Grill - Al Pastor nachos - Mexican Near Me - Templeton, California

The pastor tacos and breakfast burrito were good, but the Chile Verde pork plate in spicy, smoky, and sweet green sauce is where it's at. Really delicious. The pork was so tender, reminiscent of good brisket, and the sauce and tortillas were perfect. Definitely order this one. read more

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Came here for the first time with my nephew who highly recommends it. It's a nice little family owned business. Everyone was friendly and they even turned on the heater for us since it was raining and cold (plus I like to watch the rain). In case anyone else cares they do not refry the beans in lard. That's plus for me. The portions are more than enough and at a reasonable price. Definitely coming back next time I feel like Mexican and cooking it myself. Also the owners niece makes the homemade dessert. read more

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wonderful staff, highly recommend. Delicious food, great menu selection. Breakfast Burrito yummy