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Carnitas Trejo

4.0 (121 reviews)
InexpensiveMexican
Closed • 10:00 am - 5:00 pm

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Casual
Moderate noise
Good for groups
Good for kids

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Old pico de gallo, cold tortillas, horrible customer service.

Old pico de gallo, cold tortillas, dirty place, and horrible customer service. First bite and I was done, would not risk my health.

Ariel L.

Great, hidden gem. There aren't any chairs or tables inside. This is a place where people pick up their carnitas and take them to go. Beware: there's a huge, long line. Parking is free.

The legit cazo / pot they have.

Legit carnitas place. It's basically all they do. I ordered a couple tacos but everyone in the know was ordering carnitas by the pound, the fresh made tortillas, and salsa; and just making tacos in the parking lot out of the back of their trucks. Salsa has a good kick, maybe skip if your not a spicy lover. Cash only. But they have an atm with a low fee inside.

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Some of the best carnitas I've had this side of the border! Very good service. Very comfortable setting and ambiance. Highly recommended.

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8 months ago

Got a very large piece of skin with carnitas, quite a bit more than expected. Meat was perfect.

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10 months ago

Tasteless. No flavor. Couldn't even finish it. Will never go back again. It was a waste of money.

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10 months ago

best carnitas in town for sure & i love their burritos and their salsa is so fire i recommend their tortas too

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3 years ago

The best carnitas in town!! I gave 4 stars because I'd only to go . The carnitas are soft and juicy. Their tortillas is a plus.

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3 years ago

Excellent authentic Mexican dishes. Worth traveling to Watsonville the best carnitas !

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3 years ago

Best carnitas I've tried, heard of trejos and it's what everyone says it's great carnitas

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3 years ago

Amazing carnitas!!! The best! Son las mejores carnitas del área!! Muy parecidas a las de Quiroga Michoacan!

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Everyone goes for the carnitas but they have mazing rice and beans, like the beat ever. Cash only.

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Great Carnitas and mixed plate. Tender and flavorful but not greasy. I will go back again. Reminds me of our backyard parties.

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Carnitas Trejo - mexican - Updated October 2026

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