" STOP SCROLLING - If you're in Grass Valley and haven't hit up **El Barrio Mexican Market** yet,…read morewhat are you even doing with your life?! I rolled up and ordered the **shrimp burrito**, expecting solid street-style Mexican vibes. Holy mole, was I underprepared. That FIRST bite? Straight fireworks - juicy, perfectly seasoned shrimp exploding with flavor, fresh ingredients, that ideal tortilla hug. I thought, 'Okay, this is already elite.' Then came the second bite... third... fourth... and by the FIFTH bite? Pure transcendence. The flavors just kept building, layering heat, zest, and that addictive savory punch without ever overwhelming. It didn't peak early - it escalated like a boss. Every subsequent bite somehow topped the last, turning a simple burrito into an unforgettable flavor journey. This isn't just food; it's a revelation wrapped in a tortilla. Authentic, made-to-order perfection from a spot that's bringing real corazón to downtown Grass Valley. If you're craving Mexican that hits different, do yourself a favor: get the shrimp burrito at El Barrio. You won't just eat - you'll ascend. 10/10, no notes. Already planning my next visit!"

Big burritos! I love their carnitas. Very speedy service. Fav Mexican spot in town by farread more

Food, Family and Fun! Food - Amazinggggg…read moreFamily - so sweet and kind. And went in with MY old Grass Valley Family! And Yuvi our server was so sweet and took this awesome photo of us! Fun - everyone who came inTo eat or pick up the most amazing takeout (which was a TON of people while I was there on a Sunday night) was as excited for their food as we were!! Thank youuuu El Milagro for the win!!!

Superb Mexican food served with class by Victor! Enough tables to seat you and small enough to…read moreensure quality service. There's no compromise on quality here.

Taqueria El Gabon was recommended to me by Joshua, my irrigation guy…read more It was excellent....all 5 of us enjoyed our meal, especially ME. I had the Camerones Ala Diablo...it is spicy but great. The Wet Burrito w/Carne Asada was HUGE!

The Molcajete is TERRIBLE. They served it within five minutes and you could tell everything was a…read moreprecooked leftover-- which means all the meat was tough, dry, and overcooked. Paying $29 to heat a mortar and throw a bunch of leftovers in is lazy and doesn't respect their customers. Left hungry and completely dissatisfied. A dish that expensive deserves love.

Eclectic ,funky, artsy interior with original art pieces and unique furnishings…read more We sat outside with friends who have been coming here for twenty years and let them do the ordering. The heat lamps were on in the enclosed area out front and they have cushions for the wrought iron chains and a shelf of blankets for customers to use. Complimentary Chilean bread rolls brought to the table right away with garlic herb butter, salsa verde sauce (chimicuri like) so good,made the old fashioned way with pork fat. Calamari Frito, Cajun seasoning,light and crunchy with a house made tarter sauce (excellent server brought us an additional tarter) Crab stuffed chili Relleno was a creative version of this meal I've eaten dozens of times,feta and a sweet sauce with the rock crab was delicious. Panqueque especial ,chorizo had a little kick but was cooled off by the pineapple and sweetness of the crepe. All baked together with rice,cheese,guac,veggie's on the side,this was a big meal that was packed with a savory mix of flavors,my favorite thing I sampled. Honey shirachi shrimp, jalapeno, bacon, pineapple,on slaw. Big shrimp,big taste in the sauce, excellent appetizer or can be ordered as a full meal. Fort Rock beer on tap ,live music,fun place and I will be back.

Wow! We ended up here by accident and Diego's didn't…read moredisappoint. Can't wait to return! Funky, unique atmosphere. Fantastic service. DELICIOUS flavors. The bread came first. Thank you! Yummy snack to take the edge off our hunger. We ordered honey sraracha pork loin and the fish taco plate. Yum! They brewed a fresh pot of decaf for us so we could enjoy the caramel coffee experience Everything was fresh and amazing. Don't miss this dining opportunity.

Amazing food and generous portions. Highly recommend. Self service sauce/salsa bar is a nice touch…read moreand makes it fun to try a lot of flavors

Stopped in at El Taco Loco on Union and got exactly what I came for. Carne asada tacos were…read morefantastic, meat had a solid char, good seasoning, fresh tortillas, no skimping. Real deal taqueria food. The salsa bar is the move. Big spread of house made salsas and condiments so you can dial in your tacos exactly how you want them. Family run, fresh ingredients, friendly service, fair prices. I'll be back next time I'm in Nevada City. Don't sleep on this spot.

Brought the dogs since they have a dog friendly covered patio…read more Pup patties: A Mushroom Swiss burger: B- Truffle fries: A- Honey chicken Mac n cheese: C The pup patties were cooked surprisingly well. Honestly it was cooked better than the burger I ordered for myself. Really like the truffle fries here but the burger was mediocre. The honey chicken Mac and cheese was not my favorite, it could use more cheese. Service is super friendly and I enjoyed the vibes here.

We ordered takeout and were really disappointed with the experience. Our order included a sandwich…read morewith fries, tacos, half-and-half wings, a Caesar salad, and dessert, but when we got home, both the wings and the salad were missing. We called right away, and while the employee apologized and admitted it was their mistake, the only solution offered was to "take it off the bill." That doesn't really help when you've already driven 30 minutes home and now have an incomplete meal. Mistakes happen, but how they're handled matters. Offering a refund doesn't fix the inconvenience, the time lost, or the fact that part of our dinner was missing. A better effort to make it right would have gone a long way. We didn't just lose money...We lost time, convenience, and part of your meal. A manager should have gotten on the phone and said something like, 'I'm really sorry, we messed up. Let me fix this for you.' A sincere effort to problem-solve, not just a refund. Really hoping more attention is paid to orders moving forward.

Food is fresh and tasty. The staff are friendly and helpful. They are very welcoming…read more This small place (it has 4 tables with 4 chairs around each) is full of beautiful colorful Mexican art and pictures of the homeland. Very inviting. Give it a try!

Overall, the best Mexican food in the area. Authentic recipes, quality ingredients, good portions,…read morenice variety of options, reasonable prices, quick and friendly service. For casual Mexican food, this place checks all the boxes. It's the real deal.

Good food with good portions. I recommend. I'll be back in…read moretime. This is a popular place for lunch and dinner

just bland food. maybe some of the dishes are good but for a burrito don't bother. No flavor at…read moreall. I used to eat here 3 times a week until something changed last year. Was in the area so figured I would try again. mistakes were made...

The food here is really good and authentic. I grew up in San Diego area and this taco shop is just…read moreas good. My favorites are quesabirria tacos with consume, carne asada burrito, rolled taquitos. Salsa bar is great too

Food: carne asada had no flavor but the meat was fresh and tender. My hard taco shell was slightly…read morestale. Both salsa's it came with tasted watered down. I went through the drive thru. The drive thru window attendant was unfriendly and actually rude. customer service was not good experience.

Easily one of my favorite New Mexican spots in grass valley!…read more This place is so cute inside and seating is plentiful Service here is outstanding I have zero complaints We all ordered tacos and left here with the biggest smiles on our faces truly amazing food The drinks here are STRONG not a complaint just a warning I loved my watermelon margarita. This is a great spot for friends and family at any time of day we came here for dinner and will be definitely coming back soon for lunch

*review based on brief bar experience only - no food*…read more It was an interesting experience for us as we wandered in for drinks while we waited for our Thai food we ordered Nextdoor. The bar is directly at the entrance, and they seemed to have gotten busy just shortly after we arrived. We had someone take our order, then another person take our order awhile later stating it wasn't inputted. When asking the bar tender for recommendations, he was less than helpful. He seemed like he wasn't very experienced at the bar, and after observing for awhile we realized that everyone in the restaurant seemed to be wearing all hats. Seating, serving, tending bar, ect. I think they could definitely benefit from some structured responsibilities for the individuals on staff- you know what they say- jack of all trades but master of none. At the end of the day, our drinks were okay, but we watched them pour one directly out of a can. They also didn't ask if we wanted blended margaritas or on Ice, so I guess next time I should plan to specify. I would try this establishment again, and look forward to the whole dining experience, in a few months. I think they just have a few kinks to work out :)