Awesome food, reasonable prices set in a cozy, friendly family atmosphere in Historic Downtown Tehachapi. Whether you're in the mood for authentic Middle-Eastern or mouth-watering Mexican food, Buelna's Grill is your place for a delicious meal with great service. And definitely save room for their famous "Fried Ice-cream" it's the perfect finish for any meal here. If you're anywhere near Downtown Tehachapi, make Buelna's Grill your next stop!! read more

I was craving Mexican food for lunch and Buelnas hit the spot! I was visiting family in Tehachapi and really wanted some yummy tex-mex style Mexican food and was so happy that I found it. The beans were the perfect consistency and had so much flavor. Even the rice tastes yummy! The enchiladas have the right amount of sauce and were just what I was wanting. My cousin got a pastor burrito and says it was super delicious. I thought it was nice that they also will serve it with sauce or "wet" if you like. The service was excellent and friendly. The ambiance is a simple vintage style mexican restaurant with booth seating and local art for sale on the walls. We were also given warm, flavorful chips w/salsa before our meal started. I will go back for sure! read more

Food was surprisingly good. I was worried with it being Mexican/Persian the cuisine would be way off coming from a middle eastern woman, but it was decent. The service was good as well. Would eat here again. read more

Buelna’s Grill - Persian/Iranian Near Me - Tehachapi, California

Stopped by here after a long hike. Found this restaurant and the fusion of Mexican and Persian food piqued our interest. Ended up with the Mexican side of the menu. Also had some micheladas to go with our dish. The service, the chips and salsa, and the serving size were good. The taste was okay. Nothing too exceptional that would actually make me go back, unfortunately. Maybe if we chose the Persian side of the menu it would've been different. So I guess, that still deserves a return trip. read more

Great food served in a friendly and pleasant way. Had the Carne Asada Al carbon which was great! Tender and juicy! The usual beans and rice were great! Haven't had rice that well cooked in a long time! Old time place, comfortable, will be back. read more

Great food and service the chips and salsa was so addicting I couldn't stop eating them read more

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This little spot is a gem. It's not fancy, very low key and old fashioned like an old school diner. Jonathon, the person who has served us twice, is very accommodating and helpful. The food has been delicious each time. I love the bacon wrapped shrimp w rice, cheese and pineapple. My husband loves their hard shell tacos. It will be our Saturday spot! read more

Buelna’s Grill - Two pages of the three page menu - Persian/Iranian Near Me - Tehachapi, California

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Needed dinner and we decided on Mexican food. Chips were fresh and crisp, waitress was friendly but a little preoccupied with another customer/friend - our food came out warm not hot, I think the man in the back finished cooking and didn't tell her, and she didn't check. Bummer. Food tasted not exactly greasy but like vegetable oil. After that the flavor was fine but nothing memorable. Too bad she wasn't on top of us, we would have had a second round of tequila shots and bottles of beer. Oh well. read more

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0/5 stars. Misled by the positive reviews. If I had a Time Machine I would go back and warn myself to never go here. Server was real nice, so that's good. read more

Buelna’s Grill - Chicken street taco - Persian/Iranian Near Me - Tehachapi, California

Food was great. Customer service was good . The restaurant needs to be updated. Torn seats and booths . Could be a nice restaurant.

My husband found this place when we were on a work trip and we were pleasantly surprised by this hole in the wall Mexican/Persian fusion spot. It was actually some of the best Persian food I've tried. The service was also great. Looking forward to trying this place again when we're driving through town. read more

I've been to this place a few times and every time was happy with their food and customer service. I had the salmon kabob and it was perfect. Highly recommend! read more

Buelna’s Grill - Salmon Kabob - Persian/Iranian Near Me - Tehachapi, California

This is the best Mexican restaurant in Tehachapi. The taco especial is my favorite item on the menu. The place needs a little updating but that won't stop me from eating there. The staff is very friendly. read more

Had a bad experience with Buelna's Grill. The order was almost an hour until delivery after being told it would take 27-30 minutes. The quesadilla was soggy, the tortilla was burnt, and the chicken was so salty we couldn't eat it. The tacos looked like the chicken was squeezed out of a tube and they were also too salty. All the food went in the trash. The whip cream on the dessert had melted and curdled in the caramel sauce which ruined the dessert. We won't eat at this place again. read more

A surprising find! The kabobs are fantastic. Located next to a defunct cinema, it's easy to miss this unassuming small place. Food is reasonably priced and portions are large. The interior is a bit run down but clean. Wait staff is courteous and happy to recommend selections. Would recommend to anyone passing this area. read more

This place has the BEST food in town and at the BEST prices in town. They are #1 on their tacos. Our waiter Jonathan is always outstanding and very friendly. They get an A+ ++++++++ we will be back as soon as possible. read more

Great food and wonderful service. I've enjoyed everything I've ordered! Located right next to the beautiful Beekay Theatre--we usually have a meal here before we enjoy a show! Make a night of it! read more

I ordered through DoorDash. I'm not impressed. Food was too salty to enjoy them. Even the serving sizes not worth $16. The rice on the Veggie Kabob was a tad undercooked. Not a good first experience. I don't think I'd order from them again nor will I recommend the place. read more

Buelna’s Grill - a meal in a styrofoam container - Persian/Iranian Near Me - Tehachapi, California

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NEVER EAT HERE. I'd give them zero stars but that's not an option. I've never returned food in my life. I have been all around the world. Wanted an authentic Mexican meal in Tehachapi. I bought a bunch of food for our dinner last night. Avocado Salad: "mixed greens, avocado, tomato". It came with iceberg lettuce and topped with canned pineapple rings. Gross. Not as advertised Tortilla soup: broth, canned diced tomatoes, celery and a bit of chicken. NO SPICES OR FLAVOR AND NO TORTILLAS. Shrimp burrito: topped with cheese when I asked for none. Inside only 2 small pieces of shrimp. Inedible. I asked for no dairy and they put cheese on the side of beans. And the beans had zero seasoning. Needed spices and salt. I brought all the food back the next morning. And asked for a refund and showed him that we couldn't eat it and didn't eat any of it. I was very cordial and polite and he, the manager, ignored me from the get go. He asked if I had a receipt I said no because I paid cash and nobody offered me a receipt. He offered to make another batch of food to match it and I said no I will never eat here again your food is gross. I don't want it. He said there's nothing I can do what great customer service that is. You would think that it would be worth it to treat your customers with some sort of respect and apologetic, but no rude. read more

Buelna’s Grill - Gross shrimp burrito with only 2 pieces of tiny shrimp. - Persian/Iranian Near Me - Tehachapi, California

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Yamin was amazing!!! She prompted me to add a star because the service she provided was OUTSTANDING!!! Food was good, she was the highlight of the night! read more

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Good food friendly staff. Next time In town I will be back. Wife had tacos. I had Chile verde. Both very good

It was really hard choosing between the chicken shish kebab dinner and the chicken mole dinner. I opted for the perfectly prepared shish kebab dinner and I wasn't disappointed! Delicious chicken together with grilled onions, green peppers and spicy pepper served with a white and yellow rice combination. My better half enjoyed the chicken fajita burrito that was so big it barely fit on the dinner plate! Really friendly service and remarkably reasonable prices. A strange but wonderful combination of cultures and favorite dishes! read more

Don't let the name fool you it's the same Las Palmas ( former name) Yes, new owners and more expensive menu but the dining room still looks dirty and beat up. They have a new menu with higher prices and some Persian food. I decided to try it but didn't have high hopes as soon as I walked in. I ordered carnitas and also ordered beans for the chips since I can't have seeds of any kind. When they brought the carnitas it had tomatoes with visible seeds. I had to send back, who puts tomatoes in their carnitas? I then ordered 2 cheese enchiladas. When I got them they were cold and gross. The waiter was the only one working the front and all the tables so maybe it sat for awhile. The other dish we ordered was a Persian dish. Unfortunately, that was not enjoyed and was told they would never order again or probably not returning. I feel the same, so disappointed by all the Mexican places in town. Was hoping this was going to be different. Last note, the waiter does not wear a mask if that is an issue for you. read more

Buelna’s Grill - Beef chicken and enough rice to feed a family - Persian/Iranian Near Me - Tehachapi, California

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I found this little gem recently, and my kids and I are hooked! Jonathan has been our waiter since we have been there... we went back last night, and he "claimed" us as soon as another waitress tried to help us! lol The food is delicious from the soup and salad, all the way down to the fried ice cream (and other delicious desserts)! I'm SO happy to have delicious, authentic tasting Mexican (and Persian) cuisine in my town! I haven't even tried the Persian menu yet... that looks just as delicious (Mexican food is my favorite though, so give it time...)! read more

Buelna’s Grill - Chile relleno, cheese enchilada, Spanish rice and chips and salsa. Delicious!!! - Persian/Iranian Near Me - Tehachapi, California

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Stopped in here on my way back home from North Dakota. I got the burrito with asada and a Coke. Great food, great service and their salsa is delicious too! read more

Very welcoming environment, very helpful and friendly staff. Food was spectacular, I enjoyed it so much! I highly recommend this restaurant and even if you don't like Indian cuisine like my husband, he has a western bacon burger than was very tasty and they have plenty of American choices. I definitely will be back soon! read more

Good good, customer service and drink. We tried no the Mexican and the Middle Eastern dishes. Not all selections of middle eastern food was available, which was unfortunate. Had to settle for another dish which was not as flavorful as I hoped. The "beef kabob" style fish was bland, and the saffron rice was weak. On a side note, If you have ATT cell, there is no service available so, don't expect to meet people there and text them to check how soon they'll arrive. Overall, I'd try them again, but hope the restaurant menu doesn't change or X crossed off. The interior is utilitarian, meaning there is no real theme inside welcoming the guests. No background music to provide a pleasant dining experience. The restaurant was cold temperature wise. For a new restaurant to the town, first impressions are critical for survival. read more

Delicious food. I went today, the waitress was very nice and efficient. Chill vibe, made my day. read more

Buelna’s Grill - Mole Chicken Enchiladas - Persian/Iranian Near Me - Tehachapi, California

Buelna's is a solid spot for Mexican food. They also serve Persian food, but I haven't tried it in the two times I've been there. The guac appetizer is great and they serve the chips warm with tasty salsa. The flautas appetizer is on-point. My go-to order both times has been the tostada grande with shredded beef. The hubs gets the tostada too with carnitas. The portions are huge--I took half of mine home and had it cold for breakfast the next day. It comes with the standard beans, lettuce, sour cream and guac in a fried tostada shell. The place was busy at 6 p.m. on a Friday night, but we were able to get a table right away. The ambience is hole-in-the-wall, which is fine. Definitely coming back! read more

Delicious food, reasonably priced and excellent service. My waitress was excellent and really helpful.

The Persian food (koobideh) was surprisingly good and the Mexican food (tacos) was surprisingly bad. No problems with the service and atmosphere. read more

There aren't a lot of Mexican options in Tehachapi. This place is kind of a hole in the wall, in a good way. Considering the price point, the food was great-- both quality of ingredients and preparation. It was better than a lot of places that are more expensive. Full service bar. Fresh chips & house made salsa. There wasn't anything forced, pretentious, or gimmicky. The service was friendly and not over the top. I'd recommend they use a fresh lime mix for the top shelf margaritas, but it wasn't bad as is. I'll definitely go back. read more

Our first visit since ownership change, amazing!! We ordered two dinner plates on the menu, which by the way has not changed that much, both were exceptional. The salsa and chips were homemade and to die for, OMG! read more

We absolutely LOVE this small family owned restaurant! While unassuming in appearance the food in this restaurant is consistently outstanding and the staff treat you like family! Jonathan is always fun and friendly when we go in and never loses track of our needs! He also makes good margaritas! In our opinion Buelna's has the best Mexican food on the mountain and the only Persian food as well, which is also very very good! We highly recommend people try this hidden gem in the downtown of Tehachapi! read more

Good food and friendly service. I had pork verde woth roce and bean and a bowl of tortillas soup and hubby had the Persian chicken and beef combo with rice and side of bread. We'll definitely be back and recommend. read more

Buelna’s Grill - a view of a bar with a ceiling fan - Persian/Iranian Near Me - Tehachapi, California

I evaluate the food at Mexican restaurants on how good its refried beans are. Buelna's Grill has the best in town. The food is great and, after cruising all over Tehachapi for the best micheladas, I am very happy to report that Buelna's makes the very best even when compared to our local breweries that serve them. Try the food and the micheladas, you will be happy you did! read more

Delicious food I love the kebabs and the rice with saffron is a plus. I have a limited amount of their Mexican food. The Chile relleno is yummy. And love the refried beans and rice. read more

I was in Tehachapi on business and decided to stop in and try this place out. The first thing I noticed was such a wide variety of options on the menu. If you're in the mood for Mexican the mole looked delicious, but I decided to try out the Beef and Chicken Kabobs and I was not disappointed. The kabobs came out perfectly cooked and we're seasoned very well, I like spice so I asked for a side of sauce and the server offered me two different options and recommended the green sauce since I like extra spice. It paired so well with the food, I devoured my plate, including the charred Serrano pepper and roasted tomato. I would definitely recommend and I will be stopping by again whenever I'm in town and trying out the mole! read more

Buelna’s Grill - Beef and Chicken Kabobs with rice. Ask for the green spicy salsa! - Persian/Iranian Near Me - Tehachapi, California

Oooohhh my gosh! The food here is incredible. We usually get the kabab beef and chicken combo....never disappointing, always yummy!!

I drove 3 hours to try this spot and it was worth every mile! I had a Persian boneless chicken plate and a house salad which I would recommend as a pair! The house made dressing is full of flavor which makes the salad a perfect texture! The service was very welcoming and superb! read more

Buelna’s Grill - Persian Boneless Chicken - Persian/Iranian Near Me - Tehachapi, California