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Carnitas Barajas

4.6 (111 reviews)
InexpensiveMexican
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Updated 3 months ago

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Moderate noise
Divey
Casual
Good for groups

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Burrito supreme de carnitas y buche
Christopher V.

Huge burrito and also delicious! There was a long line when we got there so I knew it would be good. The carnitas were super tender and the buche was amazing as well. The burrito supreme has rice, beans, the meat, cheese, and crema. There are not a lot of good carnitas around so I can tell why this place is so busy. There are plenty tables inside and outside so you will have a place to sit.

Carnitas tacos, Chicharron papusa and fries.

Everything was so delicious, fresh and flavorful! I can't wait to come back and try other menu items! We came from Atwater but it was worth the drive.

asada quesadilla
Janelle R.

found this place as we were heading home from yosemite, so good! the best food we've had this whole trip. everyone was really nice. will definitely be back. red salsa was tasty , reminded us of our abuela's salsa.

Shrimp Cocktail with fresh chips
Alberto N.

One of my favorite spots to stop by when I'm in the area. Teresa and the ladies are always super nice and helpful. If you haven't been here I'd definitely recommend!

a sandwich wrapped in wax paper
Adriana D.

On the way to Yosemite today we stopped at this little spot known for their amazing carnitas. I ordered the Torta with carnitas and he ordered the carnitas burrito. Delicious!! The bread was perfect vessel for the crispy flavorful carnitas. It was huge! We could of just shared that. His burrito was delicious too! All of the times that we've driven through this little town on the way to Yosemite, and this is the first time stopping to eat here. What a gem!! The yelpers don't lie, their carnitas are really delicious! Some of the best we've ever had. 10/10

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Skevos L.

People lined up Sunday early/ I eavesdropped and ordered the 'favorites'. Best carnitas torta. Period. Superb chivo. Fresh tortillas, salsa, car picnic in the lot. Immediately. Do it! Bought the menudo/ still too full but looks very promising.. Tremendous chicharon. Huge 12" x 24". Crispy salty goodness. My wife isn't a huge fan, but she kept snapping off chunks.. says a LOT! Buche was a big seller. If you know, you know. If you don't, I don't think it's going to be your thing. (It's pig stomach. If you like Menudo or tripe, then maybe but it's got a..... "pretty heavy flavor") No tripa or lengua tacos on sundays( menudo and chivo take up the stove-room), I'll grab some the next time headed east. I usually go through Madera, but this place may change my route. It's reaaally good!

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The best Mexican local food restaurant and they also treat you like if you are family

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7 years ago

Good food, good service and good salsas. Definitely coming back, greatest tacos in Merced County!

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6 years ago

I really like the food that they have to offer, like their salad. Not even coronavirus can take down the quality of their food!

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8 years ago

Great carnitas torta! The bread is toasted just right and has plenty of meat, really big for only $6.

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6 years ago

Been eating marcelinos carnitas since before they were put on amazing never flavorless never dry always to your expectations

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11 years ago

Hands down best Mexican food I've had! Carnitas were the bomb. Will be coming as often as I can

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9 years ago

3 of us on a road trip tried different meals and they were great, I wish we had a place like this nearby! Loved it!

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I ordered some rolled tacos there and their sour cream was rotten.. Bad service they take for ever to serve you the food

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Service was great. I arrived and they greeted me with a smile and super nice overall. I ordered a…read moreTorta Azada with everything and it was delicious. I forgot to ask for salsa, for a little kick but there was a jalapeño so made up for it. I do recommend it. Ten of ten. I did not have cash but i was able to pay with Cash App. If im ever in the area again i will surely stop for some more food. Thank you.

RAMON'S TACOS HAS MOVED!!!!!!…read more They are no longer in the parking lot of the El Campo Market on the side of 140. There is now a different (not nearly as good) truck in that spot. Ramon's is just about two blocks away, just a couple of turns down the road. The truck is actually still visible from the side of 140 if you look closely, but it is a little further from the road than it was before. Ramon's truck is now parked in what seems to be the driveway of Ramon's house. Maybe there was some sort of rent dispute with El Campo? (I don't know.) What I do know is that the best tacos in Planada, the greater Yosemite area, and the greater Central Valley are from Ramon's. So, having found this information in the comments on someone else's review, I recently headed out to Ramon's, and re-experienced the bliss. I ordered a carne asada burrito, and it was everything I'd been dreaming of and missing for months. The carne asada is so tender, so flavorful, and so on point. All grilled onions are good, but there is something extra special about these. The rice, the beans, the crema, all as fresh as can be. The value of the huge burrito with top tier ingredients for about $14 cannot be beat (unless you make it yourself and happen to be a pro). This is literally my favorite taco truck of all time outside of SoCal. If you are driving down the 140 to or from Yosemite, it is definitely worth the two block detour. Highest recommendations. Twelve stars.

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