5.0 Stars I used to frequent the South Davis Dos Coyotes location, but I've been to this North Davis location too. Since my dining experience here was very similar in terms of menu items, I'll borrow my review from the South Davis one. Dos Coyotes is not your traditional Mexican taqueria and it serves more of a Tex-Mex style of cooking. This doesn't mean though it doesn't deliver awesome tasting food. From enchiladas to salads to burritos to tacos, there is something for everyone. Trying Dos Coyotes for the first time? I highly recommend getting the Ranchero Burrito. The sauce on this wet burrito is sooooo tasty! It's basically a Southwest burrito baked with their signature ranchero sauce and melted cheese. The sauce has a slightly sweet and savory flavor to it and when mixed with the cheese it just accentuates the already amazing burrito. The burrito starts with a flour tortilla and is stuffed with cheese, guacamole, salsa, and your choice of chicken, steak, carnitas, or rice and beans. I went with steak and it was tender and flavorful. What makes this burrito different from other Mexican restaurants is the fact there is no filler. It's practically stuffed with meat, guacamole, and salsa. On the side you're provided with chips that are light and very crispy. OMG, I want a Steak Ranchero Burrito right now! If you love salsa like I do, Dos Coyotes offers a wide variety in their salsa bar that you can get unlimited refills from. I remember seeing at least 6 different types to choose from ranging from mild all the way up to hot. There's the standard Pico de Gallo and there's a unique sweet and tangy green tomatillo salsa that I haven't been able to find anywhere else. The green salsa pairs so well with the chips. Owners of Dos Coyotes, please please open up a Dos Coyotes location closer to the Bay Area. I really miss all the amazing Mexican food your establishment provides. I need my fix of "Dos". Geez, I sound addicted. I need rehab. == A MUST TRY! == read more

The nicest thing about Dos Coyotes is that it doesn't have to be authentic. Instead of being fake, wanna-be Mexican like so many places that fall short, it doesn't even try. It's Tex-Mex and proud of it. And you know what, I damn well love my wannabe Texan Mexican at Dos Coyotes! I've eaten catered Dos Coyotes several times in the last year or so, but this was my first time visiting one of its locations. I've always been impressed by the massive, delicious burritos and flavorful chips, but this location won me over even more. The interior was nicely decorated and clean, and the outside area with tables was also very pleasant on a nice evening. The food is very reasonably priced, and while you order at the counter the fact that they bring your food to your table is a nice touch. This other thing that made me really happy was, and I am not joking here, the bathrooms. The women's room smelled so good and pleasantly scented - and not a fake, chemical-induced smell either! I actually kinda wanted to stay in the bathroom and hang out. Yes, I know that is a little weird. The South Davis location is actually closer to my apartment than this one (I came to this location because a percentage of the proceeds were being donated), so I'm hoping it's just as good as this one. read more

Went here with a big group and they were able to accommodate with seating indoors and patio outdoors. The group really liked this place and I did too. Lots of safe choices on the menu of mexican food. Service was efficient. I suspect we'll be back here again if we're ever in David with a large group. read more

I have never grasped the concept of "Tex-mex" food. To me, it just tastes like less flavorful Mexican food. I feel like the whole term of "Tex-mex" is just a more marketable way of saying "unauthentic Mexican food sold here!" Anyways, here at Dos, it isn't much different. If you are craving a good burrito, taco, or salad, just head across the way to Guads or pretty much any taqueria in Davis. +1 star because they do give good portion size here, but by how expensive it is, they better! read more

Great tex-mex food, great service and atmosphere! Southwest burrito- my regular, which comes with chips, and access to the salsa bar. Chicken is charred just right with creamy guacamole and a super soft tortilla. One burrito always makes two meals for me. Salsas in the salsa bar are good across the board. The spiciness is very mild, so hot is not actually very hot, which I don't mind, but just as a note to others. Recommend: (+) Southwest burrito (+) Taco Salad (or any sald) (+) Quesadillas read more

ok people. Let's get a much needed piece of advice out of the way: PLEASE STOP EXPECTING AUTHENTIC MEXICAN FOOD NORTH OF SAN DIEGO COUNTY. Sorry that was as painful as it was, but most people cannot understand that 99% of the time, you won't be getting anything near the authenticity of food in mexico/san diego. Having lived in San Diego for 12 years, in LA for 4 years (go bruins!), and having explored so much of both counties, there isn't much good mexican food in LA, so why expect any better in Davis? This place is good for "mexican" food. It's not authentic, but there are the words "taco," "burrito," and "quesadilla" in there. They even go so far as to write "ensalada" instead of "salad." I had the mahi mahi burrito for $7.88. The fish was good, the size not too overwhelming, and they had a good selection of salsas at the bar. Two things though -- if I come back sometime, I'll ask for them to go easy on the white sauce, or get it on the side. Also -- not enough HEAT at this place! None of the salsas were very spicy at all, and that's what my meal was lacking. Otherwise, I try to think of it as a high-end Rubio's or something. Good meal. Doesn't seem to greasy and if you come in a group, there will be something for everyone to order. read more

Dos Coyotes is definitely an institution in Davis, unfortunately the food here just doesn't do it for me. During my days at UC Davis I came here more times than I can count, and it was never my idea. College kids seem to universally love this place, and I'm apparently the exception that proves the rule. Pros: The chips and salsa bar is great. I love having the ability to mix and match different salsas. If there isn't one that you like, you can blend them to your taste. Cons: Everything else. I've seriously tried everything on the menu and there is only one thing that I don't hate, and that's the paella burrito. I love paella in general and I would much prefer to eat it on it's own, but they only way to order it here is in a burrito. I hate the tortillas they use here, they are incredibly thick and greasy. No matter what you order it turns soggy in a matter of minutes. The tortilla is always wet and loses it's texture. The best way to eat the burritos here is with a knife and fork, and even then it's hard to eat it before it gets soft and gross. You can't go to UCD without eating here at least once, just do yourself a favor and eat somewhere else after that. read more

OMG BEST freaken place to get burritos/tacos hands down!! I go to this place at least once everytime I visit the area. Food is in GIGANTIC porportions. Love the complimentary chips & salsa, even when you order to go. Service is quick, even when it's busy, and it's very busy during lunch hour. You get in line to order, then find a table and they bring your food out for you. I'm madly in love with the shrimp burrito, salmon burrito, and southwest burrito, in that order. These burritos will feed 2 people, they are huge! read more

Good food for a decent price. Their portions are huge, and they change out their specials depending on the season. I love their asada burritos with "dawg sauce." Scary name, delicious taste. There's lots of salsas to choose from and they are always delish! They have the crazies fancy soda machine ever, although last time we were there it was having issues, but it was fixed promptly! Oh! And there's a yogurt place next door, if you still have room in your belly after stuffing it full of burrito. read more

I have no idea if this is authentic tex-mex or not. Come to think of it, I don't really care either. I'm neither Texan nor Mexican; authenticity here really doesn't matter. What does matter are generous plates of tasty, cheesy, flavorful food with very, very reasonable prices. Standouts are the nachos and the salads for me, although the burritos are fantastic and fattening in their own right. read more

Service here was really sweet Cool glass of water and a lot of options for drinks Very turnt up salsa bar w/ corn. Fairly priced! read more

We made the obligatory stop here on our way to Tahoe and on the way home, which we have been doing for many years. The portions are huge, the tastes are mostly great, and the salsa bar insures that you can spice things up according to your personal taste. In our family, the Adobe Salad with chicken is always popular: it's a mixed salad with corn, jicama, red onion, cheese, tomatoes, sour cream and guacamole. Choosing to have the dressing on the side is usually wise - it can be overwhelming otherwise. The nachos are my personal favorite - I liked the Santa Fe Nachos, although the chipotle chile sauce would not be for everyone, given the sweetness it adds. I had it with steak - and the portion was very generous, and I especially liked the blue corn tortilla chips. I also tried (on another visit) the Navajo Nachos which are more traditional. Loved them both. The chopped salad was a hit also, but the bean and cheese burritto was voted "boring" and needed several visits to the salsa bar to get it livened up. read more

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Very solid Southwestern-influenced Mexican food. Definitely recommended for a fresh and tasty take on some more classic meals. In addition, they have a great assortment of drinks. Although their regular menu items are quite good, the specials are often unique and rather delicious. Their Cubano quesadilla - when available - is to die for. Especially recommended are their seafood dishes, including the paella burrito. Salsas can be quite hit or miss, depending on your taste. Their tomatillo salsa is unique and the perfect balance of tart and slightly sweet. Although this is generally a place you think of for food, their drinks are a steal. A solid rotating selection of beers on tap, including Lagunitas, Deschutes, Drake's, etc. for under $4. Their margaritas are a bit more, but the they're pretty strong and quite refreshing. Especially recommended are the watermelon margaritas. read more

Meal was alright. Orders to go always look horrible, as if they just shove all the food into the container, compared to the in-house plated version. The cashier for tonight, Melissa, was especially rude. I asked for no beans and she acted as if I had asked for no chips on my nachos. Granted, she had looked especially bored and unamused when I walked up to her.This isn't the first time I've had this response though. Food? Okay. Service? Mediocre. read more

Love the healthy and tasty food, we get takeout multiple times a month. I do have one complaint though: can you PLEASE stop putting salads in plastic shells and use a compostable container? There are plenty of good choices these days and I hardly ever purchase salads not wanting to contribute to plastic waste. You use thin plastic shells that can't even be reused for saving food and definitely not recycled. read more

AMAZING place. The burrito rancheros was the best dish ever. All the food taste extremely fresh and the salsa verde is amazing. I think it was well worth the price for how great the food was. Seriously some of the best Mexican food I have ever had. A must try. read more

Dos Coyotes is like your awkward long-lost uncle: you know that he is not the most savory character around but you still like him and can't help to laugh at his jokes. But only once in a while. On a beautiful warm Saturday we wanted to have some Burgers and Brew but the place was a ZOO and not worth the wait. Several other options Downtown Davis were super swamped as well, and since it's been a while from last visit to Dos, we decided to give it a shot. Unlike Downtown, you can always count on North Davis to score a dinner table, even on a busy weekend. This location is a bit smaller then their South Davis sister, but the drill is the same. Order at the bar, get a number, wait for them to bring the food. Upon this last visit we had Yolo Mango Burrito, Green Chile enchiladas (steak), and kids chicken burrito. They also had some beers on tap so I went with Lagunitas Undercover Investigation. The prices are in line with other large Tex-Mex restaurant chains in the area but the food is much better. The rice is not Spanish rice that they serve in more authentic Mex restaurants (my preference), but the black beans make up for the slight lack of seasoning. The enchiladas might have had a bit too much cheese for my liking but the meat was done right so it's not a biggie. The Yolo Mango was huge and looked more like a wrap then a burrito but tasted delicious. To not make it all glowing and shiny, there is one thing that always bothers me about Dos: they have an awesome salsa bar but you only get chips with your plate, and it is not that much. It would be much better if they could give a basket of chips for the table BEFORE the main course arrives. But yes, the salsa bar is definitely the highlight here as they have every variety of mild, medium, and spicy salsas and condiments under the sun. Worth the visit just for that. Dos is not the most authentic Mexican food around. It is probably not even the top of the line Tex-Mex for that matter. But you know exactly what you will get here: great ratio of quality and quantity, fast service, and consistency. When all else fails Dos delivers. read more

I used to prefer Taqueria Guadalajara for the price but Dos Coyotes has won me over. They have a nice variety and when I am in the mood Dos always hit the Tex-Mex comfort food spot. There are two locations; this one is in North Davis. My favorite part about Dos is their seasonal menu items. They are creative and tasty. I loved the Mango Dorango salad but that was part of their seasonal menu from years ago. But their permanent dishes are still good, like the Salmon Burrito, Border Burrito, Ranchero Burrito, Adobe Salad, Yucatan Chicken Salad, and the Steak Enchilada Plate. At some point I want to tr every item on the menu. They are friendly and have a nice salsa bar. What I recommend: -- Ranchero Burrito (a la carte or plate) read more

The first thing that I associate with Davis, CA is DOS COYOTES. I have been to this sit down fast food Tex-Mex themed restaurant for more than a few times. But I have only tried the burritos as that is what the place is known for. I remembered the Southwest and Border burritos were both excellent. They were reasonably priced burritos that came with plenty of ingredients. The self serving salsa bar offered several different types of fresh salsa. Frankly, I thought the salsa at Dos Coyotes is much better than those at other chain taquerias like Una Mas or Baja Fresh. Definitely make this a destination when you are around Davis read more

Dos is my favorite restaurant. Period. I know it isn't authentic Mexican food but it's not supposed to be, it's Tex Mex! The portions are insane so share or just save some for the next day. I've been going to Dos since I was 12 (13 years!). After high school I moved away for college etc but every time I come back to Davis to see my friends and family I MUST eat at Dos at least once. The Navajo Nachos are my fav, but the burritos and tacos are good too. Also the Yucatan Chicken Salad. The salsa bar is huge and I love the green salsa; I just wish I could get it down in San Diego! I like their BBQ chicken burrito but it's seasonal so sadly i don't get to eat it nearly as much as I would like. The specials are usually pretty good and I have yet to eat something here that I didn't like. Also, they also do to-go which is wonderful for when i don't feel like cooking myself dinner but want something tasty. Man, I wish I had a Dos closer to me in SD! read more

I found many of their meat items to be extremely overwhelming in terms of oil, and seasoning. The carnitas burrito felt like a cheap knock-off of something from a Taqueria. It was small, felt hollow, the meat was dry like it hadn't been braised long enough (pork shoulder should be tender!), and was over-seasoned and overpriced. The quesadilla was similar: filled with cheese fried meats, then grilled over oil - incredibly overwhelming. However, I did enjoy their fish tacos. The fish tasted very fresh, and the flavors were lively and pleasant. They have an extensive salsa bar, which is a plus, but I wish they served more chips. Final words: steer clear of the meats here, and go for the seafood! read more

I like eating Dos Coyotes' Mahi Mahi burrito especially with some lime and tomatillo sauce. I love their salsa bar because there is such a variety! read more

It's SOUTHWESTERN food, not Mexican, not Tex-Mex. Confused? Well, you should be. Consider it a mix of all the cultures that have or inhabit the American Southwest. So yeah, you'll get that sense it's heavily Mexican influenced, but shouldn't be defined as such. Be that as it may, I have always found the food here delicious. I always love to get the seasonal quesadillas. Some of them miss, but others are just damn good. I can't even remember any of their names, but just walk in and look for what's the special. If you're really hungry, the Ranchero Burrito is just amazing. I've never been able to finish it in one sitting, and I'm a pretty big guy with a pretty big appetite. My girlfriend always seems to get the Border Bowl (we frequent the Elk Grove location) and seems to enjoy it. Again, don't come here expecting Mexican. Go to the awesome Taqueria Guadalajara for that. Come here expecting a taste that is uniquely Californian. read more

You know... this place is not so bad. I always see it and walk by it, but never bothered to go in. Boy was it good that I did. It's a fast food style of Tex Mex, it's well priced and very good food. Shrimp Burritos are excellent, nice jumbo pieces. A definate casual place for both lunch and dinner when you are craving some good Tex Mex read more

I don't know why I haven't written a review of this place yet. I've been coming here since it had a grand total of 6 tables and people would stand behind you while you finished eating just to get a seat! Their mahi mahi burrito is the BEST! I have seriously tried to find a fish burrito that compares since I've moved 1.5 hours away and have yet to find any that even comes close. Their seasonal specials are usually really good too. Last time we made the trek we had the grilled sweet corn with chili-lime butter...sooo good! Their salsa bar, the tomatillo salsa in particular, is habit forming. In the 10+ years I've been coming here, I've yet to have a bad meal. Even though it's still a 90 minute journey to get there, any excuse we have to head by Davis is a definite stop for a dose of Dos. Now they just need to open one in the Bay Area for us Aggie alums who crave Dos!! read more

Pretty good food. I got the mexican green sala enchiladas. It was a big plate. Beans are actually real refried beans unlike other fake mexican food places. Still not authentic food but will do for Davis food. read more

Dos Coyotes is really a Davis staple, and it's still good years later. For my first time back I ordered the Yucatan Chicken Salad. The chicken breast was cooked pretty well, not too over cooked, and the salad had a lot of different toppings, all great quality. The only thing I would have liked more of was the lettuce. The dressing was also very tasty and tied the dish together very nicely. The best thing I like about Dos Coyotes is the freshness and quality of their ingredients. Normally after eating Mexican food, I feel overly sluggish and stuffed. However, after having Dos Coyotes, I was full without feeling like I hated myself. If you're looking for some gourmet, yet non-traditional Mexican food, look no further. read more

This place is a standard favorite of ours. Good flavors in the food, great salsa bar, and excellent service. It's a casual spot, so you order at the counter and then take a seat and wait for them to bring your food out to you. There is a huge range of menu options, for all types of eaters (see below) and consistent. Also, they have a rotating seasonal menu that offers some (mostly meat-based) changes to their general menu. As a texmex place, there are plenty of vegetarian options, some what you'd expect, some very creative, and as cheese and sour cream are usually the only further limiting factors to a vegan meal, asking for the food without those creates plenty of vegan options (and they're totally accommodating!). There are some traditional gluten-free options, like a burrito bowl, and some more creative ones, like very filling meatless salads. There is indoor and outdoor seating, and while dogs could work with the outdoor seating, it's an enclosed patio and the dogs should probably be left at home if they can be. Good for one-on-one meals and good for groups. The people working at Dos are unfailingly kind and regularly go to extra trouble to make the experience pleasant in small ways, like crowd control on crowded Saturday lunchtimes. Always a favorite, no matter where I roam. read more

Dos Coyotes has been my go-to restaurant since the pandemic began. Always impressed with their safety and convenience. But worked in today and the older couples before and after us were unmasked despite the county's mask mandate. More unmasked diners were hovering over the salsa bar. Disappointed and may have to delay my next stop for awhile. read more

Dos has become a staple of fast, excellent, Tex-Mex food here in Davis for the past couple of decades because it's SO damn consistent! The servers can be a bit young and sometimes inexperienced, but they almost always have a smile and seem to genuinely enjoy working for the management. The food is ALWAYS fabulous, and served rather rapidly, considering that it's made fresh to order. I love the paella burrito!!! Great pieces of shrimp, steak and sausage that makes this taste different than any burrito I've ever had! I often call in my order, and then pick it up on the way home, and it takes about 10 minutes - - very convenient. It's all good stuff. Highly recommended! read more

I come here a lot. Their salsa bar is quite good. Get a burrito. I normally order tacos when I'm getting Mexican food, however the tacos here are only okay. This is Tex-Mex though, so don't expect amazing flavors on small corn tortillas. The seafood burritos are quite good though and unique in the sense you wouldn't get them elsewhere. The salsa bar has lots of choices and the most annoying tiny little wooden spoons you'll ever use to scoop up salsa. The spoons are so annoying that I'm surprised they haven't changed them yet. The food comes out really fast, the service is good, and the food rarely disappoints. It's a good fast option that's a little more satisfying than fast food. read more

Tex-Mex food, not Mexican. When we went, there were flies buzzing around and the food took a while to get to us--not that it mattered much, it was amazingly bland. Aren't there chili peppers or something in that kitchen? Neither of us were impressed...disappointed, more like it. Not going back. read more

I don't know if there is new management or what is going on lately. Maybe because the minimum wage went up so they're trying to cut back. I've been coming to this place for 19 years and i always ordered the Adobe chicken salad. It used to be so good and last 2 times I've ordered it, i was extremely disappointed. Salad had hardly any beans and i could barely find any chicken on it. Dos coyotes was my favorite restaurant in Davis but lately it has not been good. read more

Americanized Mexican Food. Not usually a huge fan, but i do really like this place. Aside from the obvious good choices of burritos. The Super Nachos is what quickly comes to mind. This plate of Nachos is HUGE. A definite must share. You get everything on it. And i mean everything! (beans, steak or chicken, sour cream, guac., cheese) They have a nice salsa bar ...yay to unlimited amounts of salsa and for having to-go containers to take some home! I wouldnt suggest ordering the Super Nachos to-go. You wont get as much as if you had dined in. I have pulled a fast one and ordered Nachos to dine in...and then immediately asked for a to-go box! There is always a way around the system! p.s. For some werid reason...this location taste a lot better than the one in south davis. read more

A word about the salsa bar. Stocking the salsa bowls with shallow, 1/2 tsp wooden serving spoons does not inspire me to ration myself. Rather it inflames the 3 year old part of my personality that says, "Oh, you don't want me to take too much salsa because you don't think I'm a big kid who can be trusted to act with self-control? Well, let me just act down to your expectations and stand here for as long as it takes to ladle too much salsa onto my plate." Other than that I love this place. I like the California twist on Tex-Mex, including a lot more fresh vegetables and how they are always mixing up the menu. The portions are huge and the chips are delish, as are the salsa varieties. The computerized soda machine from the future is a little hard for old people like myself to figure out, but I guess at 29 I have to just accept that I am always going to be confused by new-fangled technology. read more

I was probably one of their first customers when this one opened in the early 90's.....I was only in my teens at the time, and the food has yet to be as good as it was when it first opened, however, it's kept true to it's roots and the food is still excellent. The A la carte burritos (chicken, steak) are to die for if you like the saucy wet burritos. The shrimp burrito is to die even more for, and the shrimps are substantial in size, easily qualifiable as prawns. The atmosphere is relaxed, and the service is moderately fast. They've gone thru several changes in ownerships, but the food hasn't. I've lived in Davis for my teens, but every visit I get to this area, Dos Coyotes is always a pit stop. read more

I would've gone to DOS much more frequently during my undergraduate years at UCD had I realized HOW GOOD OF A DEAL some of their food is. Many thanks to the Yelpers that promoted the Yucatan salad, which seriously can last two meals and is also great for sharing! But just because I love that one salad, doesn't mean everything is absolutely perfect. A lot of things don't come with chips/salsa bar and no way I'm ever going to pay extra for it. The Sante Fe nachos are mehhhhh, and the burritos remind me of chipotle but less stuffed. Actually, to think of it, everything just tastes like chipotle in more varieties. Must be the Southwest. read more

Great service. But the salsas were sub-par. Even the hot salas, I tried three hot ones, were not even mild. In other words, really disappointed with the salsas. We got the nachos and they were ok. Wish the chips were thicker though. Every time I tried to pick up a chip with melted cheese on it, it broke. So I ended up using a fork to eat my nachos. read more

So surprised this place isn't 5 Stars, after going here dozens of times my theory is that the bad reviews are a conspiracy to keep others away from yummy food! I love this place so much, and will keep coming back for the fresh salads and salsa read more

If you take anything way from this review, it should be this: CHEAP. BEER. This was a nice enough Tex-Mex, a la Cactus Taqueria (Berkeley & Oakland) or Picante (Berkeley) (although with a touch of Tex) spot that we found in Davis. They have a lot of cheap beer, which I loved. However, my fish tacos were OK, pretty bland, and the chips and salsas were, you guessed it, bland. I did like eating in the quiet of the outside to get away from the noisy indoors room, and the folks that work there are tops. I'd go back, but I'd order differently perhaps? read more