Allende Restaurante

My sister came to visit from Whittier and wanted Mexican food, so I knew I had to take her to a…read morereally good authentic place since we were raised with homemade Mexican food our mom made, I heard PV was great and I was thrilled that they had my favorite hard to find Huarache! Yum! They did not disappoint! Our food was delicious and my sisters combo plate was wiped clean! We had great drinks at the bar, which had a nice setup with TV's showing sports and happy faces behind the bar. Great chips and salsa. Service was fantastic! We are coming back!! What are you waiting for???

Pueblo Viejo is my absolute favorite Mexican restaurant in the area! I've been coming here for…read moreYEARS! The staff is so friendly and takes care of you like family. Their chips and salsa are very yummy as well as their wide array of menu options! My favorite will forever be the chicken enchiladas with salsa verde! I can't recommend this place enough and can't wait to come back soon!

Great bar area

Flautas plate

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El Mexicali Cafe

4.2(429 reviews)

1.3 mi

Nick, what a guy!! Great server, I give him 5 stars! He Brought us complimentary appetizer,…read moreshrimp stuffed pepper, and we added lemon, mayo and soy sauce. It was freakishly delicious. You got to try it. I had the chili verde, it was very good, but not the best I've had. The meat wasn't melt in your mouth tender, but still very tasty. I would get it again. We also got the combo plate with enchilada, taco and chili relleno. Absolutely fantastic. It hard to find a good chilli relleno. We will absolutely come back to this place when we're in town.

This was my third visit in a very long time. The place looks great. I love the outdoor patio. I…read moreenjoyed lunch on a recent Sunday. There was a singer on the patio entertaining the patrons with classic latin music. Now for the food..still amazing! The Chiles Gueritos is their succulent signature item. Shrimp stuffed in a large Chile pepper, with mayonnaise, and soy sauce. Truly unique and excellent. I also ordered two fish tacos al la carte. YUM. For drink, I enjoyed a Pacifico beer. In my opinion, this eatery is an Indio institution. The best Mexican restaurant in the east valley. Our server was friendly and prompt. Our lunch was stupendous. I cannot wait to return.

Bar area.

Chile guerito, seasoned with a squeeze of lemon, a light pour of soy sauce and a dab of mayonnaise (as suggested by our waitress).

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Yellow chilies stuffed with shrimp

Sayulita Tap Room

4.3(143 reviews)

2.4 mi

Best fish tacos ever! Everybody's very nice. You just go order it bar and sit down. I love the…read morebeautiful plates they give you the food on just a really nice atmosphere within the grocery store.

Over priced for a not so good margarita. Beans especially lack flavor. Service is friendly and…read moreatmosphere is good.

Exterior of Sayulita Tap Room with modern design and inviting outdoor seating.

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Exterior of Sayulita Tap Room with modern design and inviting outdoor seating.

Huertas Restaurant

4.1(331 reviews)

1.7 mi

Family-owned & operated

20 years in business

Meet a friend for lunch here again, was greeted as soon as we walked in and ask to sit anywhere…read morewe'd like so we did. We knew exactly what we wanted and ordered. I ordered the Bistec Ranchero dish because it was so amazing the first time I had to double back for more. My friend order the two tacos dish loved it as well. We was in a hurry but the food was amazing and the customer service was as well.

We're from out of town. When we pulled up there was a good amount of cars. The service was…read moreexcellent. Food was very good, delicious salsas.

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Guadalajara Cafe & Bar

4.5(236 reviews)

7.7 mi

Family-owned & operated

Happy hour specials

GUADALAJARA IS THE REAL THING. Geat MENU with lots of…read morereally authentic menu options. I had the "Carne en su jugo" beef & beans boiled together. Something I'd almost forgotten from when I was living in Guadalajara. The preparation wasn't what I'd expected, but the flavouring was spot on ... delicious. Portion was so large I took some home to share. That led to a friend returning a week later to order same dish! I want to return but distance is a killer, because Salsas (another FAV) is much closer, it's on my FAV list, and with the MUCH LARGER SET OF MENU OPTIONS, I'm sure I will return. Service is fast and efficient. Michelada beers above average. Parking easy. I forgot pictures, but next time.

Excellent experience. Very drunks. And attentive staff. Authentic style Mexican cuisine…read more Happy hour has a good selection. Food and drainks. Dog friendly is a big plus. Highly recommended.

Best alambres in the valley

The Birrah

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Family friendly

Restaurante Los Primos

4.8(505 reviews)

9.1 mi

We stopped here based on the many great reviews and this place did not disappoint. I had pancakes…read moreand they were absolutely perfect. The home fries/potatoes that came with it couldn't be better. My wife had the Cajun shrimp eggs Benedict which also was amazing, especially on top of the cornbread. While eating, one of the potatoes fell on the ground. The others were so good I considered eating it anyway (I didn't). The staff also was super friendly.

Family owned. Great food, amazing customer service, food was better than I anticipated. A must try…read morewhile in Palm Desert! Quesoibbiria is the best taco I may have ever had. Ambiance is casual, cafe--laid back.

Short Rib Omelet ($18)

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Casa Mendoza

4.0(947 reviews)

4.5 mi

Went to dinner at 4 PM.......with a two year old........didn't feel very welcome, as we are not one…read moreof their their 'frequent' diners.........Seating was in a tight space with a high chair, considering we were the first diners there. Service was adequate, but had to ask for more water, chips, etc ! Meals were good, but chimichanga not deep fried.....more like a burrito ! Rather disappointing experience this time with our kids...... have been there before with a much better experience ! Will give it another try.........

SHORT ANSWER: Just an update, but Casa Mendoza seems to be just getting better. Some new staff but…read morefood quality and people here are very welcoming. LOCATION: In Old Town La Quinta, OTLQ easy to find, tons of parking but at times it gets busy so you may have to walk a bit. FACILITY: very traditional inside and out, clean, and lots of space between tables. MENU: rather massive, we usually order the same things so all the other options makes my head hurt so we just go with what we know. FOOD PREP: excellent, always looks the same which is a good things. FOOD QUALITY: some of the best in the valley. LIBATIONS: lots of choices and not too expensive, wish they had a locals city of LQ discount like some of the other options in OTLQ.. WAITSTAFF: very nice, everyone. OVERALL VALUE: if you order the right things, it is a great value but you can go nuts and spend a lot, tourist dollars spend well, upselling happens for those who want it and deserve it! TIP: Sitting outside is great most all year, we don't go out when it is crazy hot, but have dined outside in 100+ temps, we prefer the front outdoor space.

Bar Area

Friday lunch, outside, single comb $12.99

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100 outside misters outside.. cheers

El Mexicali Cafe II

4.2(615 reviews)

1.8 mi

We were visiting from out of town, looked for a Mexican restaurant and came across El Mexicali…read moreCafe. Glad we did! Service and hospitality was great! Food was deeeeelish! Drinks were STRONG and tasty as well! Ambiance was nice, music in the background was nice too.Table seating was well spread out, meaning we can enjoy our company together without having to hear other conversations going on around you. I highly recommend and will return! Thank you El Mexicali Cafe for making us feel welcome!

I came here for lunch specifically for their Chiles Gueritos Rellenos de Camarón! They were…read moreabsolutely delicious and my favorite place to get them. They come with a limey-Mayo and soy sauce is already on the table. Service was amazing as usual and the place is kept very clean including the restrooms.

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Soul of Mexico

4.0(268 reviews)

2.4 mi

Soul is a neighborhood hole-in-the-wall. Not Michelin cuisine or anything fancy but good, solid…read morefood with nice portions, reasonable prices. Service is ALWAYS excellent.

There were 4 of us and we all loved our choices. The staff was friendly and very welcoming. There…read morewere TVs , so we were able to watch the FIFA match. All in all, it was a great experience.

The bar!

Enchiladas Suizas

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Tacos Gonzalez

4.5(655 reviews)

2.0 mi

One of the top simple Mexican menu in the valley. On the…read morecorner of Jefferson/Hwy 111- sitting ,takeout and even party events You can't go wrong. Ask for Alex

Tried the chorizo and egg breakfast burrito and it did not disappoint. It had rice along with…read moreonions and cilantro and it worked. I am typically a more traditional just chorizo and egg burrito fan but I enjoyed this one. Their hot sauce is awesome. Small but clean space and friendly lady at the counter to order.

Interior

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Carne asada breakfast burrito

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Veronica S.

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4

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8 years ago

After reading previous reviews, I decided to try the cheese burger and fries. I know, I know, it's a Mexican restaurant. But it was so good. Glad we tried it. Staff was friendly as well. read more

Edgar L.

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1

4 years ago

Great food and even better service!I would recommended this place if in the area.Would defiantly be coming back again.

Juana P.

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7 years ago

Great food and great service. I have no problems with any of the orders and always receive on time

Maria P.

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2

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4 years ago

Great place to eat. Food is great. Service is great. Love taking the family there to eat.

TL O.

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3 years ago

Friendly staff Delicious food Great service Clean tables and restaurant Need I say more! read more

Allende Restaurante - mexican - Updated October 2026

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You want great food? This is where you get great food! First…read moreof all, the drinks are huge! Look at my picture comparing the regular size cup to the large. Agua de piña was so refreshing and sweet. The chilaquiles were saucy and delicious. The sopes were so good! You can tell that the carne they use is high quality. I know where to go when I need soup because the Caldo de Rez was my favorite! The caldo was tasty, the meat was tender, and the vegetables were so hearty; yet refreshing. 10/10, I'm coming back for my Caldo again!

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I've been dining here for about four days, and today's bill came to $40. I covered it and tipped as…read moreusual. I wasn't aware that I owed $20 from a previous visit. While I was on the phone, the owner stood in front of me and insisted on watching me pay the $20, offering no space to breathe. I asked for a moment to finish my call, but he remained there. When I hung up, I paid and apologized, though I've been a regular guest for nearly a week. The interaction felt intrusive and unnecessary, turning a routine transaction into a stressful moment. What concerns me most is the impact on the customer experience. Exceptional service isn't just about food--it's about making customers feel respected and in control of their own pace. A discreet and courteous approach would have preserved trust, especially with loyal patrons. The staff have been great, which makes this outcome even more disappointing. A simple reminder or private moment to settle the bill would have made a world of difference.

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I asked ChatGPT to recommend the best Mexican restaurant in the Coachella Valley--the kind of place…read moreyou'd take an elite chef visiting from Mexico to show off just how good our Mexican food can be. El Tranvía in Coachella was the top recommendation. I tried it, and damn, I see why! It's amazing. Their birria tatemada is out of this world, and the aguas frescas are to die for. Hands down, this is the best birria I've had outside of Guadalajara, Jalisco, Mexico. Absolutely worth the trip!

Whoa flavor explosion! The food here is so good…read more Service was a bit slow, and the food took a while to come out. We also had to figure out on our own that we needed to grab our own salsas. They have a salsa bar near the cash register. All was forgiven once the food came. The carne asada in both the tacos and burritos was so flavorful, and I loved the homemade fresh tortillas. The salsas were all tasty, though definitely all on the spicy side. What really stood out to us were the camarones zarandeados (grilled shrimps). The sauce on them was delicious! They also have a full bar, and I couldn't help but notice everyone ordering these yummy looking red margaritas with a chamoy rim! Too bad it was a little too early for me to try one. However my husband did enjoy the beer. The decor is fun and lively, with a stage right in the middle. It was nice that the owner/manager came by to check in on us.

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