If you like mole, Don Juan is the place to go. They make the best chicken mole I've ever had. It's well balanced and complex, the chicken falls off the bone and there's heat that builds nicely. Not too much chocolate flavor in their 27 ingredient recipe. Corn tortillas hot and easy to fold or roll up. The barbacoa is also terrific. And the refried beans. These are just a few of the standouts. It's a family business and Don Juan is usually there so say hello. read more

Online Menu is FALSE ADVERTISEMENT. The actual menu is reduced drastically. We went for lunch on April 11, 2026, there was no beef, no relleno, no rice. Be prepared to serve yourself and bus your table, too. read more

OMGGGGGGGGGG!! The flavor is amazing!!! I already knew it was good when you have to order tamales 3 days in advance for pick up!! I got the trios tacos plate!!! Yeah they definitely put their foot in this plate! I'm a black girl, so you KNOW I'm saying it's flavorful, because it is! read more

Don Juan Corner Cafe - Trio taco plate carne asada - Mexican Near Me - Vancouver, Washington

Amazing service with amazing food. Everything is boosting with flavor and seasoned to perfection. The rice is the best rice I have ever had and the polla asado is so tender and juicy. I highly recommend this hidden gem ! read more

Don Juan Corner Cafe - 1/2 order of Pollo Asado al Carbon Estilo Sinaloa - Mexican Near Me - Vancouver, Washington

Food is amazing. Everything is on point a one of a kind restaurant with real authentic Mexican cuisine. read more

Horrible service when we entered, the waitress was complaining that she cant service even though it was before 4 o'clock because she hasn't had food and she needs to eat. then she felt bad for what she said and then she said and set us down. The food was OK but then it's very confusing where you're supposed to bus your plates so we decided to leave and then when we exited the restaurant the waitress called us back so we can go back and bus our plates in the back in the dark room. very strange never happened this before for me to be called back in to clean my table. Absolutely horrendous, horrible service, unprofessional, disgusting behavior. read more

A really good working class mexican restaurant , not your typical Taco Bell, Olive Garden experience. I got the 1/2 order polo asado really liked it, took half of it home. read more

Don Juan Corner Cafe - 1/2 order pollo asado,$21.00, very good working class restaurant, not your typical Tyco Bell, Olive Garden experience. I like it. - Mexican Near Me - Vancouver, Washington

Wanted to try them at least two times before I updated my review. The food has been great pollo asados, consume,barbacoa. I always call ahead for pick up since weekends are busy. read more

I'll sum it up in a word: legit! I have only been on weekends so far, which feature a wider selection of things than they serve weekdays. Walk in past four or five different grills and rotisseries covered in every meat you'd hope to find. Carne asada, chicken, pork al pastor - obviously. But also lamb, lengua, tripe... It's a spectacle. The menu also has mole, birria, breakfast combos, and great Micheladas. The salsa bar is also brimming with at least ten options for condiments along with hot sauce. The tortillas are also great. They have a lightly sweet masa flavor and are nice and soft - good enough to eat plain, not that you would do such a thing with everything else on offer! They don't have much in the way of the usual Tex-Mex type stuff like burritos and enchiladas and whatnot. But don't let that distract you - pick something at random (I'm telling ya, the lengua is SO good) and odds are that you'll end up both stuffed and happy. read more

The Hole in The Wall Gem One of the PNW's very best Gems: Best Fire Grilled Chicken in PNW (A Sinaloan Recipe) "Grandma Authentic" Mexican Food Location: Tucked in between two " One Way "Roads. No homeless/criminal activity . Parking Lot is clean Restaurant Interior Very Simple. Numerous tables. Large tables for large family gatherings Service: The Manager and chefs are always welcoming. She is serving both english and mexican speaking customers. Great caring attitude. Makes you feel as if you are at mom's house. The Gems: Gem 1: Fire Grilled Chicken (Outside in front parking lot). If you get lost during the lunch hour, roll down your window and and use you olfactory(sense of smell) sense. You will find it. I have gone to Portland's best rotisserie restaurants and grills. This chicken recipe is "not" your typical fire grilled chicken. Many spots use too much seasoning or a cheap non authentic seasoning. The wood other restaurants use is old or of poor quality. If you ever want to try a chicken recipe that is well know in the Southwest and known all over Mexico . Then you must try this chicken. Advisory: They sell out most of the time. Dont think about it too long.. Gem 2- Mexican Food: Truly Grandma Authentic Food. Salsas are 10 Star(you can buy containers of salsa) Question: Will I return? Absolutely. I have taken all my friends and family there. If I had a PNW food tour business. This would be definite stop! read more

8/10 . Food was good. Service was different. They had us get our menus, sit down and get up again to order. Menudo was ok. Not how I expected, tasted like tomatoes. Kids menu , nice and simple 2 options. Tamales where yummy! read more

Don Juan Corner Cafe - Menudo - Mexican Near Me - Vancouver, Washington

The three (3) of us ventured to Don Juan Corner Cafe after another place nearby wasn't open on a drizzly Sunday at 1pm. Glad we came! Amazing 1lb lamb with 4 corn tortillas, onions and cilantro, and red salsa for $21. Also had a pork tamale, not a lot of pork but what a big tamale! The lamb won the day. The smell is AMAZING as the meats cook right out front. Definitely on our radar for some AMAZING meat. Will need to head over for a burrito or anything! read more

Don Juan Corner Cafe - Outside entrance - Mexican Near Me - Vancouver, Washington

Pretty bomb tacos for a small restaurant. Walk by a smoker with some chicken smoking and it's on my bucket list! The Al pastor is my favorite taco out of the birria and carne asada. read more

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Literally the best tacos in Vancouver. Just tried them today and the carne asada tacos are firrreee. And for such a good price! I highly highly recommend stopping by. We will for sure be regulars here now read more

Don Juan Corner Cafe - Carne Asada Tacos - Mexican Near Me - Vancouver, Washington

Idk what's with the bad reviews but .. It's the best Mexican food joint you'll find around the area and that's just FACTS. Their food is really delicious and full of flavor. I've been coming here twice a week (lol) for the wet steak burrito (fried like a chimichanga first). It's really that good. I never have to ask for sauces as they always bag up green, red, and even sour cream. The lady who seems to run the front is really friendly- and every time I call, she knows what I want to order. During Covid: I notice there is outdoor seating, and there is no indoor dining. You can walk into the restaurant to place orders. Space is limited & could fit a party of 1-2 at the front door area. This is a hardworking family business. read more

Don Juan Corner Cafe - Wet steak burrito, deep fried - Mexican Near Me - Vancouver, Washington

Their customer service and food has always been above my expectations. We are lucky to have our office very close. read more

I have lived near this restaurant for 2 years and am just now getting around to trying out the food. I ordered breakfast by phone. When I got here, it was very busy, yet the staff was extremely friendly. It felt like a small warm and cozy place to eat. I'll have to dine in next time. When I paid for my meal, I was so surprised. I got the sausage and bacon breakfast burritos and I was not disappointed. Not only were the portions great, the taste was delicious. I can't wait to try their dinner menu. read more

The best street tacos in a long time. The salsa is legit. Amazing- must try.....yummy. Yummy read more

Don Juan Corner Cafe - Street tacos!!! - Mexican Near Me - Vancouver, Washington

First off, the place was busy with many local hispanic customers, so we knew it had to be authentic and it did not disappoint. Delicious, fresh and fast with a large assortment of salsas and condiments including chopped onion with cilantro. Wife had breakfast burrito and I had huevos rancheros. But the smell of the barbecue smoked chicken had us taking some home for football lunch. Nice to find local eateries with nice people worthy of supporting. Next time: bloody marys and margaritas. read more

7/24/2021. Last weekend I ordered the Special they ran Chicken Mole. Off the chart amazing. I think the chicken is from the grill outside. This was a dinner only. Came with a larger portion of rice and tortillas, so you don't miss out of any of this generous amount of Mole sauce. Fall of the bone chicken. I love Mole and have not had it this good since leaving the Chicago area. I so hope this is put on the menu. I would order this every time. You could taste all the ingredients of the sauce. It is a little spicy but I still added more heat. Yes Don Juan PLEASE add Chicken Mole to the menu. Maybe enchiladas with your wonderful sauce. I wish I had a picture to post. Next time!! read more

The best locally owned small family restaurant around town. Been coming here for years and recently went and had to make sure everyone was aware of how amazing their food is, Menudo was so flavorful! The service made me feel like i was eating with family! Can't forget their self service salsa bar which I LOVED!!! read more

El pollo con el mole estaba cocido de más. El servicio es bueno., pero tú tienes que ir a la caja a pagar y te llevan la comida a tu mesa eso es ta bien, pero al terminar de comer, tienes que dejar la mesa limpia Y recoger tu platos sucios y llevarlo a un lugar junto con los desperdicios. read more

It is real easy to become a repeat customer here. Food made with love and with flavor. If that was all you knew, you would be set. However let me give some particulars. Homemade mole, hand made hot sauce that rivals anything I have had any any restaurant. Chicken and carne asada that is grilled outside in a barrel smoker over a giant bed of hardwood charcoal. Oh, and handmade tortillas. Yeah, it is that place. And it is nummy. Did I mention they have a fantastic breakfast as well? Oh yeah, chorizo, homemade refried beans. The whole nine. They have a variety of standard compliment of iHOP style breakfast items, but if you are coming here-you want the good stuff. We have been here half a dozen times now and honestly, we look forward to each time we can come back. read more

The 7mares soup is the worst thing I have ever been served. Fish fins but no fish. Whole vein in shrimp impossible to shell, but antenna were mixed in eith the fish fins. Some kind of boiled fake crab. Unidentifiable bits of squid? Frozen pea, carrot, potato mixed in. The celery chunks and squash were ok. The tiny plastic spoon, why? Was the waitress or whatever kidnapped after dumping that load on the table? I now understand the look the guy leaving his mostly uneaten meal gave me as he left. Excuse the typos, I am recovering from the nightmare I had last night about a possibly worse meal. read more

So I order the Beef Birria and my hubby the Chicken It's amazing I just can't believe this tiny place has so much flavor the Waitress Mariela so nice and yes it takes time to get your food but it is GOOD FOOD and good food takes time They are only open till 5 on Sunday's so please come with time also the Goat barbacoa goes quickly so make sure you pre-order this place takes me back to Tijuana where they sell the charbroiled chicken it's so good you guys I recommend so much and if u come order the birria read more

Don Juan Corner Cafe - Mexican Near Me - Vancouver, Washington

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Excellent food at good prices, you won't come away hungry. They have great authentic soups and their mole chicken is unparalleled!

Smells delicious before you even get in because someone is outside grilling. We got multiple kinds of tacos and all were great. I especially loved the caramelized onions. The woman at the front was quick, courteous, and welcoming. read more

Moving from the Bay Area to Vancouver was a huge shock for me as the options for authentic and delicious Mexican food was pretty sparse. The owner and staff are Don Juan's are incredible! From the steak to chicken to the tostada salad, everything is fantastic and fresh! Their salsa bar is yummy and authentic, too! I fell in love with their breakfast burritos, street tacos and the salad. I keep coming back read more

Decided to try this restaurant, via YELP, and because it is close to our new place. AMBIANCE: This restaurant has the strangest feel. Like it was something quite different before, then was converted into a restaurant. Very run down looking inside; rips and tears in booths and very old furniture. SERVICE: Our waiter was very nice, friendly, and attentive. (Extra star is for the service) FOOD: We ordered a steak burrito, and enchilada meal. My husband was very unhappy with his food and felt like the ingredients were very cheap. My burrito was decent; there was no flavor to the steak and I had to pay .75 to add sour cream because the burrito only came with meat, rice, and beans. The food tasted very home cooked which I like, but was lacking in a lot of flavor. Probably won't be returning! read more

Worst customer service ever! You need to get up and serve your self since they are always running around even if they are not busy. Took forever to serve us. Lady there is very rude when you ask her for something she just turns around and walks away. read more

Great family restaurant. The food is well flavored, authentic and the customer service is excellent! everything is made fresh, the beans are flavor fool and I highly recommend the tacos! In addition, they have coffee & Jarritos. Definitely recommend this place is to anybody seeking an affordable place to eat with family. read more

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I like to eat foreign food that makes me sick and then not eat for days it's been a great weight loss plan I have been sick for a week and down 10lbs bah bah black sheep don't eat their meat read more

The service was okay. The sandwich's we had were the same as everywhere else. The pizza looked good. Many choices of home made beer. What's with all the dogs at the tables? One owner had small dog on lap and the dogs head was hanging over the table. Some of dogs were growing and barking at each other. read more

Oh boy, where to start. This place is unique and wonderul. Wen here the other evening fora late lunch/early dinner. Of the party of three, one wanted a burger and one wanted Mexican, an I always want Mexican, so I pulled up yelp and found this little gem. They have burgers (and other American dishes) and Mexican food. Score one for me! As we walk in we notice two large groups are enjoying meals and we grab a booth. We decide to order the small nachos to all share, a burger for my friend that was craving a burger, the carnitas tacos plate, and my other friend got the enchiladas. The "small" nachos are ginormous and with all three of us enjoying them, we still couldnt finish them all. My tacos were delicious and I heard the burger and enchiladas were also quite enjoyable. But, those nachos were really the star of the meal. They seriously were HUGE! read more

Love this place! And it's walking distance from my house! Great Chile rellenos and ... everything! Picture is missing a bite, so excited I forgot to take a pic first! ... is huge and with good queso! read more

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This place is casual, and is actually quite run down on the inside. When we arrived the staff didn't really acknowledge us, and then couldn't seem to decide who would seat us or where. Our orders took a very long time to cook despite having very few people dining at the time. The chips were warm and crispy, but the salsa was incredibly strange tasting and not flavorful at all. The cheese enchiladas were filled with slabs of Mexican cheese and they were chewy and extremely dry with almost no sauce at all, and the refried beans were bland but I enjoyed the rice. The chile relleno was huge and saucy, although it was odd tasting and not very good, and the rice on that plate had become dried out. The staff vacuumed around our table while we were eating, were standoffish throughout our visit, and didn't say anything to us when we were paying and leaving. We don't plan on coming back. read more

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Second time in and no better this time. The first one we sat outside and thought we had poor service and that contributed so we didn't leave a review. Second time we come in, sit inside and had the same experience! Clearly known locals are treated well by the owners with everyone else being upright ignored. Had a Chile rellano and what literally tasted like canned refried beans (which they said were fresh) and undercooked Rice. Overall, it was bland and swimming In extra oil- tasteless. My husband had the carne asada over a salad and we both though the meat tasted off- to which the waiter (owner's son) repeatedly disagreed and said how fresh their meat was.. totally absurd and rude considering we were trying to be polite and still pay for the dishes. It was just quite honestly awful. read more

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Open during covid with outdoor seating and takeout. We got the chicken tacos and they were great. Super short wait for food, Good prices too. Lady that took our order was very sweet and welcoming! Definitely will be a regular since it's so close to our house. read more

Don Juan's corner cafe has some pretty darn amazing food. The location isn't amazing, the business is rather unassuming... but man some of the stuff they serve is out of this world! BREAKFAST: The house hash browns is amazing. Tons of peppers, ham, eggs... man it's just amazing! Other stuff isn't too bad, but this definitely takes the cake. LUNCH: While much of the mexican affair is decent, the real sleeper menu item here is the PHILLY CHEESE STEAK! This is easily the best Philly cheese steak I've ever had, and I've been to Phill! My girlfriend and I often contemplate getting this! They also have some really rad BBQ'd chicken. You have to call an hour in advance though and let them know you want it so they can be sure to go about the process they have of making it! Margaritas are pretty good there. Chips and salsa are nice. Hot sauces are great. Staff is really nice. It's definitely a hidden gem kind of place. Great prices though for pretty good to downright amazing food! read more

Not going back service was slow food not so great. Live in the area and we have very few eateries in the area. Kinda disappointed read more