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Desperado Cafe Mexican Grill

4.9 (14 reviews)
Closed • 9:00 am - 8:00 pm

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Outdoor seating
Dogs allowed
Happy hour specials

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Sonia P.

I love a few things here and my favorite is the breakfast burrito. It's a nice healthy size. I get the bacon but add sausage and get em with the hash brown option. It's sooooo tasty and hearty that I can usually save some for later. Today I stopped for their deal for Taco Tuesday. They have 2 dollar Tacos. I got carne asada and chicken both were very tasty and again a good portion for a street taco deal. Their juices here are great too ! I'm not a chip person but these made in house are so damn addicting.

Brenda C.

This place is soo yummy and they serve one of the best Micheladas in town! Service is always great and the vibe is chill. Chicken nachos were bomb- cheesy+ lots of protein! Parking: street parking.

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Michael G.

Really good and underrated little spot. My favorite is the chile verde plate. They've been nice enough to make it in burrito form for me. Carnitas plate is delicious too. Service is great, very mom and pop and super friendly. Inside dining is super loud, it's like a party, but if you're like me, you'll appreciate the much quieter patio. Just be warned that parking is a nightmare. They do have a lot that's shared with another business and has three spots, one of which is a differently abled spot. I'm lucky to be able to walk.

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Richard H.

What can I say as this was stop number 2 on Cinco de Mayo Monday and one of many great hole in the wall taquerias in Long Beach. If my colleague who lives in the neighborhood had not told me about this gem I would have not known about it. The lovely senora who took our order and served us was a hoot as we had two Coronas and She thought I had asked for an empty pitcher but I was asking for the bano (bathroom). She hands me with the key to the bathroom attached to a long serving spoon. We both laughed as I pretended to use the spoon to playfully pretend to hit her. Despite the boarded up window which is sometimes the norm in many cities, our food which we shared was wholesome, flavorful and. Nicely presented. Low number of reviews is from what I was told by my colleague was due to new ownership. 5 solid stars and Highly recommend this corner taqueria if you are on 7th street.

Chicken enchilada w/red sauce
Daniel C.

Ok so I don't have any pictures of the inside or outside for reference but the food photos just have to do! This place has new owner ship and the ladies are always so nice and really know how to throw down in that kitchen. Love getting their chicken enchilada plates and throwing some of their spicy habanero sauce on top for that extra spice some of y'all like me love! Side note: only flaw is that there really isn't any parking. You gotta park in the street. With that being said....worth looking for some parking for this authentic food.

Green enchiladas de pollo
Melissa L.

Under new management! Called in for a pick up order ! Got the Enchiladas verdes de pollo (Green chicken enchiladas) . Not only was it packed with flavor but perfect portion! The ladies that were there were super sweet ! Next time I'll come in and try another plate . Taste was authentic

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