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    El Charro Avitia

    3.7 (317 reviews)
    ModerateMexican
    Open • 11:00 am - 9:00 pm

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    Moderate noise
    Casual
    Good for groups
    Dogs allowed

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    Chili relleno sauce on the side, ehh cheese enchilada
    Lori S.

    Decided to giv e it 1 last try. Thats what it is, our last visit. The food was ehh. Not overwhelming like it used to be. Just ehh. Well the only thing yummy was the huge stuffed jalopeno, but they are like 5.25 each. The waitress that caused us to not go back for over a year is still there. I would have requested someone else if she would have been ours. It just was not as good as it used to be. Recipe changes?? Not sure. Still a very nice place inside. Just not our go to anymore. The cheese enchilada was not very good. The piccadillo ground sirlion was very dry with little flavor. So long El Charro Avitia. It was nice knowing you

    Low carb shrimp and Lo Crab Baja Enchiladas
    Amanda M.

    The margaritas are good. I like the daily unique flavors and those are a 4.5/5. Chips are good. Salsa is okay. I have had good service at the restaurant as well. The lo carb Baja Crab enchilada's were just not a hit with me. It comes with a salad first that was really heavy on the dressing so definitely ask for it on the side or light. The white sauce in the enchiladas left a lot to be desired. I guess I should have known it would be imitation crab so there just was not the flavor there. In the past, I have had their Baja shrimp speciality and remember that being good so I will definitely give it another go.

    Jenn M.

    We came here to support a friend with his campaign. When we walked in we were greeted by their hostess who was very nice and helped us back to our seat. We enjoyed some chips and salsa to start which was great. The Chicken Wings were fresh and so were the taquitos and Refried Beans. All of the staff were very kind and everyone all over the restaurant seemed to be enjoying themselves. It wasn't too loud or crowded which was nice and the building is pretty big on the inside. We look forward to going back and trying more authentic food

    A combination of a Chile Relleno and a pork tamale
    Rob Y.

    El Charro Avitia has been around for ever since I can remember, I haven't been here for years. I live in Reno/Sparks and don't get into Carson City often. My friend and I felt like Mexican food after referring to Yelp, I chose them. I have to say right off the bat that I wish we had gone elsewhere. First of all the restaurant has a charm that hasn't changed in a million years. I love the large Mexican scenes hanging on the walls and the fireplace. The staff seemed friendly and our waitress was accommodating. We began with Margaritas and oh boy, they were difficult to get around the sourness of these. We swore they came from a machine, but I asked and an employee and she said they were handmade. We voted them the worst we ever had in our 60 some years on this planet. Whew ! My friend ordered the Chilie Ogada , she was excited about it originally, but the more she got into it her excitement disappeared.The dish is one Anaheim chile , stuffed with seasoned ground sirloin, almonds and pork.It's topped with a special white sauce and pomegranate seeds. Very appealing looking, but as she got into it she remarked that the Chile seemed raw. I tasted it and we both agreed. I liked the flavor of this dish though, she not as much. For myself I ordered a combination of 1 pork tamale and 1 Chile relleno , both of dishes came with the usual refried beans and rice, I loved the beans! But now we're coming to the tamale and Chile Relleno . The Chili Relleno was quite good and my friend wishes she had ordered it instead, but, but ,but ; the Tamale was filled with gigantic chunks of pork, well I not complaining about the generous amount but the pork was cut so large it didn't make it pleasant to eat, and it was a bit salty too. Oh, I completely forgot about the delicious soup that came with the meal.. My friend ordered the Cheesy potato soup and I the albondigas soup, both were terrific. So despite everything as a whole I would say we were disappointed and I expected it to be a stellar meal considering it's been around for so long. Very sorry we ate here.

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    Food is always consistent. Prices aren't too bad. The service is great. They offer carry out which I appreciate.

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    Fast service and Great food! the Staff are so friendly and accommodating and prices very good with senior discount offered

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    Jen is the best! we celebrated a birthday party here and it was just wonderful service and great food and drinks! thank you!!

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    The Best Mexican food restaurant in Carson City. Their food is authentic and delicious. The service is great too. Never disappoints!

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    Great food, had an amazing time because of the amazing service from Christian. Would highly recommend! Five stars!!

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    The best pozole I've ever had. Christian was our waiter and he was absolutely fantastic! Thank you!

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    4.0 mi

    The Yelp reviews don't lie on this hole in the wall Mexican Restaurant. They only have 5 tables,…read morebut the service was excellent and the waitress was very helpful and friendly. Their salsa was outstanding, we actually bought a pint of it. We ordered their Menudo and wow, the flavors were excellent and they service it with lime wedges, white onions and cilantro on the side and homemade tortillas. We also ordered the chili rellano plate which was huge and delicious. This Mexican restaurant deserves high accolades to the chef, owner, and servers. AND I left my cell phone on the table and got almost home and realized I didn't have it with me, I drove back even though they were closed and they greeted me at the door with a smile and my phone. Thank you for being honest. Will highly recommend this gem.

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    I recommend this restaurant if you're ever visiting Carson City…read more Hours: Daily, 11:00 AM-9:00 PM Happy Hour: 4:00 PM-6:00 PM Parking: Free with plenty of spaces in the shopping complex. Ambiance: Relaxed, family-friendly atmosphere with Mexican-inspired décor and cultural touches throughout the restaurant. There was a steady flow of guests, giving the place a lively but comfortable feel. Restrooms: Clean and decent, although a bit outdated. Service: Friendly but somewhat disorganized, possibly because we had a large group. The waitress initially told me the bartender was busy, but later realized she had never entered my drink order. She apologized and removed it from the bill. She also brought the wrong entrée for one of my friends but corrected it promptly. On a positive note, she graciously accommodated another friend's custom drink request even though it wasn't on the menu. Chips & Salsa: The first basket is complimentary. We were told additional baskets normally have a charge, but during our visit we were offered unlimited refills. Food: Fresh, authentic, and generously portioned. Recommended dishes: Salmon Atlántico, Fish Tacos, Artichoke Dip, Enchiladas, and Bistec.

    We always love our meals at San Marcos. Tonight was paint night here. We had just tacos and coconut…read moreshrimp. The each of the proteins in the tacos were cooked perfectly and flavorful with sauces that complemented them. The coconut shrimp were mouth watering good! Unfortunately tonight we only had water as every drink we ordered they were out of (including margaritas ). We definitely will be back and hopefully the bar will be better stocked.

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    4.9(41 reviews)
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    Perfect for snacks but everything is so good you might as well make it a meal!…read more I came in for an elote and mangoneada but ended up with half the menu instead. They have a tablet at the front for ordering so I scrolled through and wanted EVERYTHING. Thank goodness I brought someone else because we split birria fries (10/10), cueritos, un esquite (10/10), a cheese and pepper tamale (10/10) and an agua Fresca (11/10). I can't wait to come back and try more this is definitely a must try gem

    A small Mexican restaurant and treats store. They have home made ice creams and paletas. And a…read moreridiculously extensive savory food menu and even a crepe menu. It can be overwhelming if it's your first time. But, if you know what you're craving, the decision might be easier. I could not make up my mind to just get 1 item. I originally came for ice cream and/or a sweet treat. I ended up getting 3 things. - Strawberries & Cheesecake ice cream. Not really worth it. The ice cream was vanilla with strawberry puree mixed in, so the texture was icy. And it had bits of cheesecake bites in it. It was underwhelming for me. - Esquites . I love elote and esquites. The esquites was pretty decent. Served warm with mayo and topped with cotija and tajin. Easy to eay and their small size is a good portion. I couldn't finish it. - Fresas con crema. Something so simple tastes so good. This was my fave and worth coming back for. It's a large cup of sliced strawberries swimming in a sweet cream mixture of Mexican crema, condensed milk, and evaporated milk, topped with whipped cream. It was so delicious. The portion is plenty for 1 person. I'm glad I have leftovers because I definitely would have craved it again. There are so many things to try that I definitely will be back to try their savory items. The woman who served us was extremely polite and helpful. We enjoyed our time there.

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    3.3 mi

    Homemade tortillas, fresh food, and everything made a tu gusto! You can really taste the…read moredifference because they use actual fresh vegetables instead of canned ingredients, and you can even see the food being cooked right in front of you. The birria and quesabirrias are absolutely delicious--very flavorful without being overly salty. I also loved the combination of condiments. Nothing was overwhelmingly spicy, but if you like more heat, you can definitely request it. The service was excellent--attentive, cordial, and respectful. The ambiance is definitely a small, hole-in-the-wall type of spot, but honestly, don't let the size fool you--the food is delicious! Sometimes the best food comes from the smallest places. Highly recommend giving this place a try!

    I had a recommendation from a friend to stop here, I am glad I did!…read more I am a firm believer that the fancier the Mexican restaurant, the more bland the food will be. This location is not a flashy place, it is very simple. But, the food is incredible. I opted for a simple order of carne asada tacos and al pastor tacos. These are my barometer dishes to guage the quality of the food. Both of the tacos were wonderful. The carne asada was seasoned and grilled to perfection. The al pastor was marinated and juicy and so full of flavor. The sign to me that this spot is focused on the food was the handmade tortillas. It takes a lot of effort and skill to be able to make perfect corn tortillas! The ladies behind the counter were so friendly and I could tell they put a lot of love into the food they prepare. I will recommend this spot to anyone that is looking fro great food in North Carson.

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    Taqueria La Salsa

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    4.1(98 reviews)
    3.4 mi
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    Came for a quick lunch and we liked it a lot! I ordered the…read moregreen enchiladas and my husband got three tacos My enchiladas were delicious and came with three! Most places only have 2. The green sauce was very tasty. My husband got the al pastor tacos and said they were some of the best he's had. Both plates came with rice and beans. We also got a flan to split for dessert and it was great! The texture was different than im used to. More cakey and less gelatin texture. It was really good. Service was great and for $28, it was a nice, inexpensive, tasty lunch!

    Pretty good first visit to Taqueria La Salsa. We were craving some tacos, and this place served us…read moreup some very classic street tacos! Located off of HWY 50/Williams St, Taqueria La Salsa is a small Mexican joint offering many classic Mexican-American staples. We ordered street tacos and a kids' quesadilla. Honestly, the food is just ok. The tacos were flavorful, and the beans and rice were classic Mexican-American; however, the tacos were also quite small, even for street tacos, and the quesadilla was very bland. I felt at first the prices were very reasonable, but after tax and tip, the total didn't come out to be that much less than other Mexican restaurants in the area. Service was ok, but nothing special. We did not feel especially welcomed. I definitely got vibes that this place has a lot of regulars. Overall, I think this place is great, but I also think there are many just as good spots for Mexican food in Carson City and the surrounding areas.

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