If you're looking for amazing tacos, churros and excellent service, this is it! Anthony, Perla and…read moreIsaac not only delivered but went over and beyond. Thank you for making our son's bday party extra special! They asked us what time we plan to serve and they arrived early to make sure they cook the meats (yes! They cook the meats there, nothing was precooked) and served right on time. It was a sold out event!!!! Everyone loved all the meats - chicken, carne asada and al pastor. The churros was a hit! The quesadillas was an add on and was sold out. They felt bad and even asked if we had cheese coz they don't mind making more. They went over and beyond with their service which we truly appreciated. We definitely recommend this and most likely hire them again!!!! Thank you Banda's! You guys are the best!

We hired Bandas Tacos for our ~100 person baby shower over the weekend and we couldn't have been…read morehappier with the service and food! Anthony & Perla were very on top of communicating regarding pricing and appropriate packages for our guest count. They were also willing to accommodate a few dietary restrictions. Overall amazing experience, would 10/10 recommend and hire them again for future events! Lastly, get the churros you won't regret it :)

Tacos were delicious especially the pastor tacos. It was $28 for 7 tacos and a large Horchata. But…read morelet me tell you: after my wife and I completely demolished our tacos, we noticed that the person serving the tacos used a knife to cut raw meat and then proceeded to using the same knife to cut avocados, pineapple, meat and everything. I don't know how to UNSEE what I SAW.....

Late night taco spot to check out. Carne asada would be better, less dry. But has a nice smokiness…read moreto it. Cabeza and tripas did not disappoint. Tender and crispy! I'd love to come back to try out the Al pastor! They put slices of pineapple!

My sister and I went for a drive and we both wanted tacos .I didn't know this place was a sit-down…read morerestaurant .The ambiance was lovely and , there were two men that started playing guitar and singing as soon as we got there. The place was extremely busy so it took a while for our food to come out ., but everything was so delicious! I ordered a taco salad , and a pina .My Sis ordered a super taco and a pina .We got a bag of Chips and a small side of guacamole with our order

Manuel and his team came out to my daughters birthday party. This is the 3rd time we have hired him…read moreto serve Tacos and Quesadillas. He and his team are always super polite and professional. He came prior to the start of his scheduled time to set up and have everything ready to serve at the designated time. We will definitely be calling him again for out next gathering as we always receive compliments about how good the food is. Which it Is!!!

We hired Vatos Tacos for a Employee Appreciation Lunch and let's just say they provided amazing…read moreservice and delicious food! Tony, Jimmy, and Mateo did an incredible job making sure everything was perfect. Their customer service was outstanding, and they left all of our employees very happy and satisfied. Highly recommend Vatos Tacos for any event or lunch catering!

Awesome food and great service!…read more Some friends catered from Vatos Tacos for a pre-wedding luncheon for some friends in their backyard. The mom and uncle of the owner showed up early to set up and start cooking. They were professional, kind, and very friendly. I was stoked that they cooked everything fresh on site and didn't just have food in warmers. We got to choose among proteins and veggies, and the salsa bar was awesome. Kids and adults alike really enjoyed the churros too! They boxed up all leftovers after the event, so we ate tacos for leftovers and froze a bunch too for later. The only thing one of my friends said was that paying extra for salad wasn't worth it because the salad was just from a bag. Everything was delicious, and I ate too much! I highly recommend Vatos Tacos for your catering needs!

Very good! You will not be disappointed. Fresh, plenty of toppings, and cooked to perfection.read more

I would have never known that baked potatoes can taste so dayum good till I met Charlie's Corn &…read moreSon! I first seen them at the Newark Farmers Market and couldn't dare pass them up once I seen the "smothered" baked potato! What do I mean by smothered? Okay...let me explain... The baked potato is $6 and they top it with: Butter, Salt, Sour Cream, Jalapenos, Bacon, Cheese and Chives. Can I just admit that they are NOT stingy with their servings! Everything was SO good. Fresh and warm...The skin was nice and crispy! OMG, I'm drooling just thinking about it right now! When I first got my order I was in shock! I couldn't see the potato because they had smothered all the good toppings on it! What a steal deal for $6. If they had a store I would definitely be their #1 fan! I can't wait for the weekends to be able to make another trip and visit the food stand! I still want to try their Corn on the Cob! It looked DE-Lish!! This is a MUST when in the Newark Farmers Market! **P.S- I also hear that they are located at the San Leandro Farmers Marker** When you see their sign. Make sure you stop and try...then thank me later!

MENU AND FOOD: This taco stand serves a selection of Mexican favorites at the corner of Industrial…read moreParkway and Whipple Road by Target. SERVICE AND ATMOSPHERE: Service is quick and efficient. They are a pop up taco stand without any seating. PARKING: Located near a shopping plaza, customers typically park in the nearby lot. IMPRESSION AND RECOMMENDATIONS: This is an our new favorite spot! Their meats are cooked well with food flavor. I usually get 5 tacos with buche and al pastor. They have a self serve topping/sides/salsa bar.

While the lines might make it look like a local favorite, there are some serious concerns that…read moreneighbors should be aware of before stopping by. As a regular in this area, I've noticed a few red flags that are hard to ignore: Zero Visible Permits: Most legal food vendors are required to display their Alameda County Health Department "green placard" and a city business license. This stand has neither. Hygiene Issues: There are no visible handwashing stations or proper refrigeration systems for the raw meat and trompo being served. In a 2026 climate where food safety is increasingly a concern, eating from an open-air tent with no running water is a major gamble. Unfair Competition: Our local "brick-and-mortar" restaurants pay high rents, city taxes, and regular inspection fees to keep our community safe and fed. Unpermitted pop-ups like this one operate with zero overhead, which directly hurts the small businesses that have been the backbone of Hayward and Union City for years. If you're craving authentic Mexican food, please consider supporting the shops that actually follow the rules and invest in our neighborhood. You'll get a safer meal and help a local business stay afloat: Taqueria Fronteras 1 (just down the road on Whipple)--Reliable, inspected, and consistently great. Don Julio's Taqueria--Incredible quesabirria and they actually follow health codes. Taqueria La Placita--A local staple that has earned its reputation the right way. Let's keep our community healthy and support the people who actually pay into our local economy!

I booked this spot for my gender reveal over the weekend and I wish I had gotten some more photos…read morebut the tacos, drinks and elote was sooo good! lots of people from the party were coming up to me and telling me how they were enjoying the tacos and asked me for their info. I definitely recommend them! they're super friendly and even offered my boyfriend some help with setting up our party! super sweet family and some of the best service i've ever received from any mobile taco joint. also, I appreciate how they came 3 hours earlier to set up/prep the meats and everything else FRESH!!!

Amazing food!! Everything is fresh, authentic, and so delicious. Love that it's family owned and…read moreoperated too - incredible service.

We love this farmers market at the mall parking lot. Located near the Jack's restaurant area this…read morefarmers market is every Sunday and has some great pastries, produce, plants, and kettle corn! We have had great service from free samples, kind staff, short wait times, and FRESH food. We come here often and always recommend this for its size and consistency of vendors. It's a great use of the parking lot space and offers plenty of parking nearby. I can totally see how they could also expand if they wanted to considering the mall parking lot is huge. Also great location being so close to Costco at the mall to get all your errands done in the same outing.

In my opinion, the best-ish farmers market in the east bay. Multiple and varied vendors. Lots of…read moreveggies, fruits, baked goods...Generally utilizes Apple Pay/card payments throughout. Clean up commonly occurs around 1pm with sales happening after 12pm. Lots of parking as it's located at once a vibrant mall. Minus 1 star dude to rude af folks; whether that's customers or vendors. For example, most of the time there isn't someone regulating the samples so folks' fingers are dabbing in there aka hecka gross and throwing the tongs back in the bin with no care in the world.

This food truck serves up great cheesesteak and other sandwiches with some unique options…read more I ordered the Flying Pig. When it showed up, it was loaded with bacon, ham, pineapple, chicken, pork and more! It was a beast of a sandwich! To maintain my beauty (??) in the presence of the beast, I only ate about a third of it. The rest of it was just fine reheated later on. Grillaz Gone Wild has fun takes on the BBQ sandwich, and does them well. They sure do not skimp on ingredients! The food truck staff was fun, friendly and gave helpful hints about the items on offer. They serve the classic cheesesteaks, but I think that they stand out for their unique interpretations of the classic sandwiches. The Flying Pig. Does it intrigue you? Trust me, the pineapple pulls the flavour together. Now, search for Grillaz Gone Wild and catch that Flying Pig!

We decided to try this food truck for dinner last night since it was nearby. We shared the pepper…read moresteak sandwich and the loaded fries. The pepper steak sandwich was stuffed with hot cherry peppers and the ribeye meat was pretty dry. There wasn't enough American cheese on it. The loaded fries were a good portion. The fries were lightly seasoned with all seasoning salt. They were crispy. However, it was smothered in too much cheddar cheese and scallions. There wasn't much bacon on it and the ribeye meat was in large pieces which didn't make it as enjoyable. A little pricey for what it's worth as we spent ~$26 on 2 items. :/

Charlie's Corn & Sons was the only one food vendor at Irvingston Farmers Market. (not counting…read morepopcorn, bread & huumus). so gave them a try, offerings: baked potato, corn in cup, corn on cobb eats: corn on cob (3) with mayo and butter -wasn't roasted as seen on posters. -corn very fresh, not so sweet, didn't come with lime juice, chili flakes as listed on poster. noticed kid was busy loading up on the fixings to the side.. *not a fan of lime juice and chilis so it doesn't matter taste wise. leftovers: -not a fan of baked potatoes carb wise. may try it one day if starving.

I'm a sucker for a well-done baked potato. THIS is my gold standard for what a baked potato should…read morelook and taste like. I stumbled upon this farmer's market as I was doing my blood bank rotation at Kaiser San Leandro. There were fewer vendors than last week so I opted to have baked potato as lunch. For $6 I got a baked potato that is at least twice the size of my fist in a tin foil plate. It also the standard fixings: bacon bits, jalapeños, shredded cheese and scallions. They also pour a little bit of chicken broth at the end so that your potato is still fluffy and you can take off bits of skin from the potato. Supposedly according to people it used to be $5. $1 for water or soda. Yes they take credit. Best $6 I've spent in a while! There was so much potato I saved half for the next day. Still tastes great even when microwaved.