The family and I are were traveling through Virginia on our way back to South Carolina. As we…read moreapproached Harrisonburg, we looked to see what food there was and this place popped up. So we decided to give it a try. We are happy we did. Growing up in Las Vegas and being exposed to many good/excellent Mexican places to eat and also growing up in a Mexican household (homemade Mexican food all the time), I usually judge Mexican places to my grandmas, moms, and aunts cooking. We stopped in and were seated right away. My mom and aunt shared the pork carnitas, dad got the chicken tacos, and I the lunch fajitas. All three were really good. My Mexican mom and aunt really like the pork carnitas. If they liked the food, then you know it's good. The service was also good. They kept checking on us to see if we were good and needed anything. The chips and salsa were good as well. The corn tortillas are homemade and really good. Would for sure come back when I'm in the area again.

Nice ambience and staff. However, the food was disappointing…read more It seemed to me to be another of the many "Mexican" restaurants catering to Americans not familiar with quality Mexican food. It was the typical lackluster Taco Bell kind of American/Mexican food, and I was hoping for more. For those who don't know what I'm talking about, I encourage you to try more Mexican restaurants. You may discover one with flavorful, exquisite, magnificent food and think 'Wow, I didn't know Mexican food could taste this good.' To be kind, I'm giving a rating of "OKAY."

Drove by on way home from JMU softball, spotted Mexican - who doesn't like good ole Mexican…read more The good: - food came quickly - good value, price for portion size - friendly service The meh: - house chips & salsa was ok - both entrees: Taco (chicken) Salad & combo Fajitas were kinda bland.

Went to this location on a Monday night, more than an hour until close. Open sign still on,…read moreDoorDash orders still being picked up, but between pulling into the parking lot and 10 minutes later tables and chairs were already stacked. We came in and were refused service, they even turned off the open sign to my suggestion. 0/10

This is very much a no-frills, roadside spot. Ordering is counter-service only, no music, and…read moreseating is basic folding tables and chairs. You're here strictly for the food--nothing more, nothing less. I ordered the 3-taco combo (asada). The tacos are on the smaller, tapas-size end, so don't expect a hearty portion. Flavors were decent and fresh, but the price felt a bit high for the size and overall experience. The agua fresca (melon) was refreshing and probably the highlight of the visit. If you're looking for a quick, casual bite and don't care about ambiance or service, this may work for you. Just come with calibrated expectations. I am rating it 5 stars just because everyone else seems to like it.

Great service very polite and quick w the food. The food is not the most heavily spiced it's…read moredefinitely made for gringos of the valley, no offense. I lived in California for a decade and am engaged to a Mexican woman so I know my way around their food. This place is better than the food trucks in town and las trancas which just sucks. Best Mexican place in town and their food is good but I wouldn't say it's great

Popped in here the other day as it was the only restaurant open past 9:00pm. I wasn't expecting…read moremuch but the staff was friendly and attentive and the food came out quickly. My wife and I each had a "regular" margarita, which was still a massive serving--the regular is not to be confused w/ the jumbo or fishbowl options. The margarita itself didn't taste of a margarita as it seems they used pineapple juice. Chips and salsa were brought out quickly and both were tasty. My wife and I split the enchiladas supreme--four enchiladas of chicken, cheese, beans, and ground beef. Overall they were fine, tasty, but the ground beef was a bit on the dry side. We ordered rice on the side, which was quite good and seasoned well. Everything came out very quickly. The prices were super reasonable and I'd pop in again to try some other offerings. The space is what you'd expect with several tables and booths and decorated like an old Mexican town, obviously.

i'm traveling the coast and found this gem after visiting the civil war museum. Benjamin made me…read morefeel like i was coming over to my friend's house fir lunch. When i saw the tables adorned with a roll of paper towels I new this was going to be good. i had the fajitas although the menu was a tough choice. it is delicious. Just a great family run small business and after some recent terrible experiences in my life having this comfort meal is welcome. I've tried fried ice cream many time and it was always blah to me. this one is what id always hoped to find.

This is our second time visiting Las Trancas, each about a year apart, while visiting our daughter…read moreat a nearby summer camp deep in the Shenandoah. Really solid place, food is at or above expectations, service is highly efficient and friendly, prices are solid and reasonable, and it's a big place (which means it may be busy and service may be a bit slow but it's great when it comes). Decor is also fun and engaging. Wish I could give it a 4.5.

Friday night for some Mexican food! My coworkers suggested I try Las Trancas! The parking lot was…read morefull and I expected a wait, but was seated right away! While I looked over the menu, they brought a basket of chips and some salsa! The chips were homemade and very good! I ordered a skinny, spicy margarita and tonight's special- steak tacos. The margarita was not spicy, but still tasty! The tacos tortillas were dry and I had to eat with a knife and fork. The place was def Mexican design and the food came out quick. My only negative would be my table was not level and I worried my food would fall off the table ;) Good service

I cannot say enough about "the must" this restaurant is!!! The people.. the folks who work here…read moreare AMAZING! We walked in about closing and they turned the grills back on for us! Chips, salsa... tacos, burritos, EVERYTHING was so yummy. They make you feel like part of the family and not just a customer. We WILL be back but we promise not so close to closing! **note.. in a storage complex. Don't be worried, you are in the right place!

Rules for reading, I don't rate on the service, atmosphere or any particular events. The rate is…read morefor the food or drinks, I hate those who rate on the service, a bad waiter or waitress, really doesn't tell me about the food. I only want to know about the food quality. So, this place had awesome service. The waitress was polite, attentive and yet her broken English worked perfectly for the position she was in. She knew the menu and came back to check on us more than a few times. 4/5 stars for the service. She was the best thing about the place. For the food, 1 star. The pictures on the yelp site showing the food explain it all. Notice some images show the food with excess liquid, I mean watery beans without any flavor? And then the rice was served without any seasoning. The guacamole came with huge chunks of tomatoes and it was hard to separate the avocado from the tomatoes. When we sat the waitress brought out chips and salsa. Half the chips were going stale. The salsa was good but more of a liquid consistency. We asked the chips be sent back and new ones brought out. The waitress did without a complaint. Then the things went downhill fast. My wife ordered the Chicken Fajitas for two, "Meh." I asked her about the beans and rice, "Meh." At least the margarita was good. It was sweet, but that is common and can depend on someone else's palate. She requested the corn tortillas because she forgot to order them at the beginning. The waitress brought them out without a problem. They tasted, "Meh." I ordered the Deluxe Burrito, it came out looking like a Picasso done by a three year old, filled with beef from a chef who used to work at the Bell. I tried to eat it but, "Meh." Long and short, nothing had seasoning unless it had the wrong seasoning and nothing was done right. This place deserves a 1 star.

I'm new to the area and wanted to try some good food, and this restaurant definitely satisfied my…read moreappetite! The hospitality was amazing, and the servers were on point, always making sure we were good and had everything we needed. The atmosphere was also amazing and made the whole experience even better. If you're passing by or you're a local, I definitely recommend giving this place a try!

Husband loves the steak and shrimp. He says it's the best he has had. Always friendly staff. We…read morelove sitting in the booths.... Pretty private and you can have a conversation and actually hear each other.

Taqueria Guadalajara has a bit of a tucked away location just on the outskirts of Winchester,…read morewhich gives it that standalone, local spot feel. While having its own building is a plus, parking can quickly become a headache during busy hours, so timing your visit makes a difference. Walking in, there wasn't a host present, which made the entrance feel a little unorganized at first. However, a server quickly stepped in and pointed us in the right direction. From there, the experience improved the service was genuinely friendly and attentive, which helped set a positive tone for the meal. The burrito was the highlight. It came out well prepared with solid flavor throughout, even though it didn't include any sides. Normally, that might feel like something is missing, but the taste was good enough to carry the dish on its own. Pricing leans a bit on the higher side, which is something to keep in mind, especially given the lack of extras. Overall, Taqueria Guadalajara delivers where it matters most good flavor and friendly service even if it has a few logistical hiccups like parking and the initial lack of greeting. It's the kind of place that leaves you debating between a 4 and a 5, but the quality of the food ultimately pushes it into 5-star territory

Returned for the first time in a while, and it was the most crowded I've ever seen the place…read more Strongly recommend they consider some pads on the ceiling to absorb the sound, or maybe a carpet, but our table of three was shouting to hear each other on a Tuesday night. Salsa continues to be delicious (albeit punishing the next day), and of my three tacos, carnitas was the only one to write home about. Pescado was fishy (not in the good way), and the al pastor was, again, just okay. Pointed out my chipped water glass to the server, who was apologetic and promptly replaced it. Best tacos in the area continue to be Los Altos de Jalisco in Winchester. I said what I said.

Great Mexican spot after a long day of hiking. Food comes quickly and service was great. I ordered…read morethe California burrito which didn't lack in queso sauce. And the chorizo queso fundido was a delicious app. Also love that they provide both salsa and white sauce. Overall great Mexican spot especially for a small town!

Trying a new Mexican spot led us to El Paso Mexican Grille. My husband ordered a combination plate,…read moreand I went with the shrimp fajitas (I was actually aiming for the fajita salad, but no complaints). The fajitas were very tasty and well seasoned -- good enough that I had to fend my husband off from stealing bites, even though his dish was nicely portioned and enjoyable too. Overall, everything tasted good and we'd come back, but nothing really stood out as a "wow" moment. Still a solid option if you're in the mood for Mexican food.