My husband is a big foodie, so whenever we're in Berkeley, we always look for a place to stop and enjoy something delicious. This time, I stopped in to pick up some pan dulce, and I had such a wonderful experience. As soon as I walked in, I was warmly greeted by the cashier. I don't remember her name, but she told me she was from Nicaragua. Her kindness, friendliness, and genuine smile immediately made me feel welcome. It may seem like a small gesture, but great customer service makes such a big difference. We all get so busy and distracted these days that sometimes we forget how meaningful a warm greeting can be. She truly brightened my day, and I wanted to take a moment to thank her for making me feel so welcome. The pan dulce was delicious, and the outstanding customer service made the experience even better. I'll definitely be back! read more

Casa Latina - Mexican Near Me - Berkeley, California

Gone a bit downhill while prices going up. Bakery smells delicious though. Hope they can improve from here.

DAMNNNNNNNNNNN this had to be the WORST pan and concha I have eaten in a while. I went there this morning to treat myself to some delicious conchas and I can't believe how dry, tasteless and OLD it was. Shame on them for selling old baked goods. The top of the concha just crumbled away in the bag. They used to be soooo delicious, what when wrong??????????? If I wasn't afraid I would get a ticket, I would have tossed to the birds. read more

I love Casa Latina, the food is fresh I especially love their tres leche cake-amazing! And their taco dorado, also chips are warm, guacamole and salsa are fresh. It is the best Mexican food I have had in the Oakland/Berkeley area. read more

I'm very disappointed with this place. It used to be one of my favorites, but the quality keeps getting worse, and this last visit was the final straw. I ordered the enfrijoladas, and to start with, the presentation was terrible, not appetizing at all. It literally looked like tortillas with a few spoonfuls of beans thrown on top. And as a Mexican, I can absolutely tell when refried beans come from a can... the flavor tasted artificial and completely lacked seasoning. On top of that, the dish was supposed to come with avocado, and it didn't even have that. My husband ordered a burrito, and it was also extremely bland, flavorless, and the portions were surprisingly small for the price. It's honestly sad to see a place that used to be worth visiting now serving food with so little care, flavor, or effort in presentation and quality. I really hope they pay attention and improve, because this place is definitely not what it used to be. read more

Casa Latina - Enfrijoladas - Mexican Near Me - Berkeley, California

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Best Bay Area burrito I have had yet. Went with chicken chili Colorado. Flavor of the meat was outstanding. The burrito did have some rice but wasn't packed with rice like a lot of places. Good mix of quality ingredients but the star of the show is definitely the meat. Will be back. read more

Casa Latina is a real authentic Mexican restaurant. If you're looking for some of the best food in the Bay Area try Casa Latina. I tried their potato tacos and pupusas. My wife had a veggie mol'e burrito and it was fire we also got some fresh baked pastries to go. I had the bread pudding and my wife had chocolate flan I give Casa Latina 5 stars read more

For being an "authentic" Mexican restaurant the food is bland and super expensive. Very disappointing!

If you want homemade authentic Mexican food in Berkeley with a touch of class, Casa Latina is your go to. It's a little more expensive but the feels, the taste, and the quality is worth it. Even the traditional panderia inside the restaurant had me drooling when I ordered my Nopalitos tacos, some of the best I've ever had too and they ain't skimping and you're getting legit Oaxaca cheese! When taking a look at the menu they have some of the best traditional offerings and a very Popular Mole too! lots of yummy choices to choose from. The Ambience consists of a home feel with traditional and cozy accents that are well represented. Service was delightful from one of the main gals - they give you a number and bring your food to the table. This was my second visit and enjoyed it as well. On my way out I had to hit up the self-serve bakery with a fresh espresso for the road. Gracias! read more

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First of all ,I've been itching to try this place for quite some time ,and I'm so glad I did ! The place felt a little like I was walking into a place somewhere in Mexico . You order at the counter when you walk in , and they have a nice table set up for crema ,napkins ,and utensils . As I walked around to find a place to sit ,I was amazed at all Of the wall art of Frida Kahlo . I absolutely love Frida and loved seeing her all over inside of this place . The ambiance feels like ur at home and it's quite a large and roomy dining area that add comfort. I ordered the chilaquiles ,and by far, the best I've tasted in the bay area so far ! The people who were working there were genuinely so nice . I ll definitely be coming back to casa Latina read more

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We've visited a few times and enjoyed our meals. My favorite is the chicken enchiladas with their green sauce. It is SO flavorful. Their crema is also very good. We've tried a few pastries and they were good as well. Definitely something to have with coffee. We went for taco Tuesday and their taco selection was limited for the special. We ended up ordering tacos off the regular menu. They were all just okay and I would try other places for tacos. All in all, casa Latina is a cute place to grab a quick bite. read more

The food it's ok, it needs more flavor. There were flies buzzing while we were eating. read more

I fell in LOVE! I had a sweet tooth and wanted some pastries, so we pulled over at this CUTE lil spot, when I walked in I felt the warmness of this place, the lady behind the counter was the sweetest! I grabbed a couple of pastries and 2 Hot Chocolate because it was cold outside. Can I just say; EVERYTHING I placed on the platter and she packed into the bag was DELICIOUS!! Talking about it makes me want to go back, but I know if the pastries were good, we will have to circle back to try the food. The ambiance in there was CUTE! I have yet and when I say YET, I mean I have YET to walk in to a CUTE restaurant, go into the BATHROOM and fall in love with their bathroom, I mean call me silly, but go take a detour into that bathroom and you will know exactly what I'm talking about! Clean and smells GOOD! 10/10- A definite MUST try if you're in the area. read more

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Mexican food is my top 3 favorite food. It's all about the meat and how savory the meat tastes AND the salsa/sauces. So..... The carne asada and barbacoa.... Hella tastes like Mexico City street food!!! Hands down... The best most savory meats! Nachos, tacos- SMACKS!!! I'm planning my next repeated returns to try majority of their menu. They said the family is from Jalisco. Chill ambiance, clean bathroom, quick service. Oh! The margarita... I don't even like margaritas and my fam said it's bomb so I tried it and daaang they are generous with that tequila and it's tasty AF! Not too sweet at all. Chicken tamal- the masa is so moist, chicken is perfectly cooked. The sauce is a tad bit spicy & very tasty. read more

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My last review I commented on the amount of flies buzzing around but I have been back several times and I am happy to report that I no longer see the swarm that used to fly around in the back room. The food and coffee is good and filling . Thanks Casa Latina read more

From what I understand, my girlfriend mentioned to me Casa Latina may have gone through a management change because when she had it a few years back, the food wasn't remotely as good as it was now. When we returned over the weekend, she said the food was soulful, thought out, and delicious. And I echo those sentiments. For those who are lactose intolerant, we ordered a carne asada burrito with no cheese and light sour cream. The burrito was probably one of the best we had here in the east bay. The carne asada was so moist and seasoned perfectly. While the rest was filled with a beautifully seasoned guac. You're truly not missing out at all without the dairy products and highly recommend Casa Latina for your Mexican food cravings. They also sell baked goods, the Concha's here were perfectly and lightly sweetened. The inside was moist and we can see why they sell out daily. Last but not least don't sleep on the chips and guac. The chips are so fresh and made in house. My only feedback is a little more chips to balance out the guac would be nice but the flavors are spot on. Definitely looking forward to come back. read more

I found out about Casa Latina through a friend and I'm really glad I did. So far I've only tried their desserts, and wow. both the Leche Flan and the Tres Leches cake were incredible. The flan was one of the best I've ever had. It was super silky with a perfect texture and just the right amount of sweetness. The Tres Leches cake was also great--super moist with a nice touch of strawberry flavor and a few real strawberries scattered in. The cinnamon was a little strong for my taste, but it was still really good. They've got a small bakery inside with cookies, cakes, and other classic Mexican treats. I haven't tried their carrot cake yet but it's definitely on my list. The vibe inside is cozy and a little rustic, with a casual charm that makes you want to hang out for a bit. There's also a full menu with espresso drinks, breakfast, tacos, burritos, and Latin American dishes. I haven't tried the food yet but it all looks promising. Parking is street only, but it hasn't been too hard to find a spot since the area isn't super busy. Highly recommend checking this place out, especially for their desserts. I'll definitely be back to try more. read more

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I ordered from here this past weekend bc I was too lazy to cook and my boyfriend was coming over lol I ordered the guacamole and chips and shrimp ceviche as well as the chicken Mole burrito and all of it was AMAZING. I ate the entire burrito on my own (bf doesn't like mole for some reason lol) but he devoured the ceviche and guacamole and chips ;) a must try!!! read more

Casa Latina - The aftermath lol - Mexican Near Me - Berkeley, California

THIS place here, is the BEST MEXICAN FOOD I've had. It was AMAZING!! Love the decor, the drinks, the service. I didn't get to try the dessert or pastries. Next time. read more

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Expensive and underwhelming experience. The Platos Grande were not worth the price point unfortunately, many of us left still hungry. The Barbacoa was undersalted, the Carne Asada was chewy, and the Carnitas was a bit tough and oversalted. It was extremely disappointing how the majority of the proteins came out warm, not hot. The Tacos de Plaza were definitely the best items we got, with Al Pastor being the tastiest one. Not worth coming back read more

Casa Latina - Menu (2/2) as of 4/11/25 - Mexican Near Me - Berkeley, California

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LOVE this place! The interior is beautiful and they have pan dulce you can take to go as well. The pupusas are a bit on the pricier side but def a place worth checking out if you are in the area read more

Casa Latina - Mexican Near Me - Berkeley, California

I've been here several times and have enjoyed it every time. This past weekend, I had the Chipotle Chicken Torta along with some pan dulce--both were excellent! The flavors are always spot on, and everything tastes fresh and thoughtfully prepared. If I had one small suggestion, it would be about the carnitas. I tried them in a burrito on a previous visit and found myself wishing they were a bit crispier. Don't get me wrong--they were still tasty! Just not quite as standout as some of the other amazing options on the menu. read more

Casa Latina - Chipotle Chicken Torta - Mexican Near Me - Berkeley, California

One of the beat burrito spots i have tried ! Steak is good and well seasoned. This is my go to spot when I'm at work read more

Casa Latina - Steak burrito - Mexican Near Me - Berkeley, California

We had a a friend and family get together. There was 6 of us ready for lunch. Our daughter selected a place she had tried before. Pleasant entrance, and Freida theme decorations. Casa Latina with its happy but very busy workers, featuring Mexican food and bakery. Entering I noticed orders were taken at the counter (no table waiter, but some orders are delivered). High ceiling and hard floors make it a little noisy but the food makes up for it. Plenty of seating for a sorts of choices to seat. I ordered the Micheladas to drink. It was made with a dark beer this time. Fun changing it up. We ordered to share and a lot of food stated arriving at the table. Plenty of red and or green salsa for the asking. We got guacamole with chips (the guac was awesome). Also Empanadas, Platanos, tacos and a burrito, Mole Poblano, and more. It was a feast. I happily noticed the portions are huge and delish. But be prepared for a little more heat than you usually get. This is a great place for take out as well. They were very busy the whole time we were there. read more

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The food was delicious! I e ordered a pupusa, plátanos, flautas and nachos and we were satisfied with it all! The service was excellent welcoming and was patient when ordering. Absolutely love the ambiance, the art and choices of where we can sit. Will be going back again. read more

Casa Latina - Nachos, pupusa, plátanos con frijoles and Oaxaca cheese and the chicken flautas! - Mexican Near Me - Berkeley, California

Outstanding spot Our friend from the east bay recommended it to us This was REALLY good: _breakfast burrito _plantains(banana) read more

Casa Latina - Mexican Near Me - Berkeley, California

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Taco Tuesday? Say less! Companion suggested we grab some tacos and I thought it was a great idea. We chose Casa Latina as it was our first time dining there together. The restaurant's environment is brightly colored, with neighborhood vibes, and art sprawled throughout. It's the right-sized restaurant for small or larger parties as seating is all self-service. The workers are all courteous and ordering is done at the front with limited interactions. There's a lot to take in in terms of the food. Traditional and nontraditional Mexican and Latin American foods, plus a bakery! I've had their pastries before but not their tacos in a while. I got the Carnitas Taco and my companion had the Al Pastor Taco; both were discounted for taco Tuesday. The carnitas taco was the juiciest taco I've ever had--literally, juice wouldn't stop spilling it. The carnitas was good but could've had more flavor while my companion's Al pastor was dry. Both tacos had some heat due to the salsa, I'd opt for it on the side next time. Berkeley has a variety of options for Mexican food. Casa Latina is pretty good for prices and portions, but I wouldn't actively seek this restaurant out. Parking is street only and the restaurant is found off San Pablo Ave. read more

Casa Latina - Carnitas Taco - Mexican Near Me - Berkeley, California

Had a nice brunch here today with a friend and our kids. It's a nice casual vibe so easy to bring kids that need to constantly run around a bit. You order at the front when you walk in and then find a table. It was easy to get a table around noon on Sunday. I ordered the breakfast enchiladas with chorizo and they were delicious. I likes the side of beans but thought the potatoes could have been more spiced. I definitely want to come back and try more things. read more

Casa Latina - Spicy Breakfast Enchiladas with chorizo - Mexican Near Me - Berkeley, California

Hello all, I ordered 2 al pastor burritos and a set of 2 pupusas, to go. I've visited Casa Latina a few times prior to this and while the prices aren't the best, you get what you pay for and it's usually great and balanced. Service is usually fine and okay, nothing crazy good but decent. However, in my most patronage I received my order with little to no sauce (1 cup for 2 burritos and worst of all, the pupusas brought no salsa or curtido (coleslaw). As a Salvadoran, it's not only wrong but a little insulting to charge 5 dollars per pupusa and on top of that, it seems the toppings come at a price too. It's like salsa to a burrito or cilantro and onion to tacos; it just comes together and paying $12 w tax for 2 pupusas to recurve 0 sauce or coleslaw is just ridiculous. Also the 1 salsa for 2 burritos is another amazing one, I felt scammed and while the flavor of the food was fine, it's just missing something when the sides aren't included yet you're $40 down. It's a good place but the stinginess that i experienced my latest time has made me reconsider coming here again, recommending it, and prompted me to make this review. PS: I thought the salsa and curtido were in the to-go box, and weren't so I truly have no words for this. Keep wary! read more

Casa Latina - 2 Pupusas Revueltas. - Mexican Near Me - Berkeley, California

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The food is usually great. The mole is awesome--it's super flavorful and has a sweet richness. The flautas are super crispy without being too oily. I also enjoyed the tartness of the hibiscus agua fresca. The chile verde had tender pork with a nice lime flavor from the sauce. However, it was room temperature when it came to the table. The rice and beans were as well. That wasn't a major issue for me, but I figured it was worth mentioning. Overall, it was a pretty solid meal. As far as ambiance goes, it's a small space with concrete walls, so voices echo a lot and it can get loud really fast. My boyfriend and I went with his elderly grandmother and she had a hard time hearing us, so keep that in mind if you're dining with a hard of hearing person. There are lots of restaurants that are quiet, that's just not the vibe of this one. The staff is also nice and patient for questions! Good experience overall. read more

Casa Latina - Flautas de Mole Poblano - Mexican Near Me - Berkeley, California

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This place continues to surprise me. Their breakfast options are my go-to but I'm always on the look out for a delicious "Cuban Sandwich". I think because they bake their own bread it took the sando to a whole other level. It was so stacked I had to take the other half home. Staff is always welcoming and I love to dine in cause of the decor. read more

Casa Latina - Cuban Sandwich - Mexican Near Me - Berkeley, California

This restaurant is so cute and situated right on the corner. We found parking right in front of the restaurant and walked in to order at the counter. There were so many options to choose from and looking around at other tables, the food looked amazing. I ordered a Jamaica and some tamales with mole on top. I also got a side of rice and beans. Everything was amazing and my boyfriend got mole enchiladas. The server/cashier was great he helped us pick what to order. I love the ambiance of this restaurant it was like eating at a family's house. There was a big window in the front with fresh breads and pastries. I highly recommend to anyone who likes Mexican food read more

Casa Latina - Mole tamales - one pork one chicken - Mexican Near Me - Berkeley, California

Delicious! Wonderful flavor. Everything about the experience says "made by hand by people that actually care." It's a lovely little restaurant that's all about great food, art, and enjoying life. I want to try everything on the menu.... read more

The food is delicious, staff was very friendly ambiance was chill what's not to like so good we went back a few days later with other family members that enjoyed it also. The first time I had asada and pastor tacos and my wife had carnitas tacos very flavorful. The 2nd time I had enchiladas my wife had chili rellenos I'm sure we'll be back soon. read more

Wait. Don't tell me I've never reviewed this place... I've been here quite a few times over the years and I really enjoy each visit. If you've never been here, here's what you should know: - it's on the smaller side! Lots of people have to-go orders so I've never had an issue with seating, but keep that in mind. - there's a little Mexican bakery section here! - nearby parking is metered street parking or residential, so it's likely you'll have to park and walk. - bathroom? Absolutely. Just one, and you'll need a key. I think the cost is on the higher side, but not much more than similar restaurants in the area. The interior is nicely decorated, with a large mirror and some Frida artwork. The food is solid. I love their chips! They're so well-seasoned. Some of the bakery items have not been my favorite, but they're okay. My husband loves to order the chile verde burrito, which is gigantic. I will usually order pupusas (technically not Mexican food, these hail from El Salvador). The portion size is great. As a bonus, my toddler loves the food here, so they definitely earned my business. read more

This place is really top notch. It's both cozy, vibrant and a hidden gem. The food quality and presentation is 5star. I would have never expected to pay this much for this style of food until I came here. I've been here 3 times and I can firmly and proudly say yes, the prices are worth it. Now about the food! I can vouch for the nachos, 3 tacos plate, the chile relleno and the birria tacos were all extremely tasty. The flavors are in every bite and visually you will be salivating once you see your plate!! I'm not even exaggerating, as the vibrancy of the ingredients used to plate each dish shows. This would appear to be "upscale" because of the prices but honestly it's just what you really should expect when dining out. This isn't my normal go to for quick Mexican style eats. This place is unique and I'd never get it to go or dine out because you'd be missing out on the overall experience. Last but not least I must say that their habanero sauce is actually HOT! I love extremely spicy and hot food and this exceeded my humble taste buds and I almost caved in and asked for a side of crema LOL! Also I must commend the decor and plant usage in and surrounding the place. They've really created a special oasis in a forgotten corner. I've watched for over 20+ years the business/lack of business in that spot and it great seeing it thrive like this! It's a lot if money to dine out these days but I can say that when I've come here, the prices make sense for the quality and experience. read more

Casa Latina - Quesabirria and nachos - Mexican Near Me - Berkeley, California

Me encanta este lugar. Los burritos están súper deliciosos. El ambiente está genial aka Frida Kahlo fotos hermosas. read more

Casa Latina - Casa Latina Frida Kahlo - Mexican Near Me - Berkeley, California

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First time here as I was shopping across the street but starving Wow the carnitas juicy and crispy The pickled vegetables in right side of plate So on Point Brought my husband home the chili Verde pork, which was Most excellent and tart in the best way Corn muffin loaf was bomb as well We will be back just wished we lived closer read more

Casa Latina - Carnitas Plato - Mexican Near Me - Berkeley, California

Just so happen to stumble on this place for breakfast. I wanted a great burrito with lots of flavor, and this place definitely didn't disappoint. Which made the burrito taste even better. Come hungry, they given you generous proportions, that leave you stuffed. This is my new found spot. Please patronize this business. read more

Casa Latina - Mexican Near Me - Berkeley, California

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First time here I have had this place bookmarked for sometime now and I finally made it here I called in and ordered a breakfast burrito with chorizo I added avocado I asked to also add nopales but they said they no longer have nopales on the menu Placing my order on the phone was easy I was able to find street parking rt in front !! Parking is metered, no private parking lot I was kinda shocked that the burrito ended up costing $21 Cus that is ALOT for a basic breakfast burrito but here is their breakdown $12 for breakfast burrito $4 for chorizo $2 for avocado THAT WAS NOT ADDED !!! Grrrrrrrrrr I really wanted to like this spot but the burrito is BASIC and I can't ever imagine paying $20 for a burrito PERIOD I'm a baller on a budget and I'll try this spot again but I guess only on Taco Tuesdays $2.50 a taco Inside is nicely decorated and clean read more

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