El Chicano Restaurant

Oh man, SO GOOD. My wife and I are visiting from out of state and my mom insisted I stop by her old…read morefavorite Mexican restaurant and give it a try. She hyped it up and they did not disappoint. I got the lengua tacos and my wife got a veggie burrito with no beans. Yummm

Taqueria Jalos is a Willits gem. I've been coming here for 15 years. Get a chicken Fajita Burrito…read moreand a Tostada de Ceviche and thank me later.

Indoor seating

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Mi Mexico Restaurant

4.5(22 reviews)

1.4 mi

Some of the best salsas I've ever had! Yael was a great server; nice and attentive. He threw on a…read moreworld cup match so we could watch while we ate and drank. The chicken enchiladas mole was delicious. Mole was flavor was well-balanced. Mango margaritas were also tasty.

I tried 3 differant causes and none of them had any heat what so ever ever! All were bland, the…read moreenchilada sauce tast like tomato soup with alittle seasoning, tomatillo I could not taste the tomatillos in it, so bland! The water tast like fish (I believe the water container they serve out of has not been washed in a very long time) the Ice was fine! The chili relleons were good without the sause, refried beans were good too.

Salsa Bar

Aguachile verde

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Mango margaritas

Taqueria Bravo

4.4(167 reviews)

1.1 mi

Very good food! We were passing through on a late Memorial Day afternoon and it was the only thing…read moreopen. Lucky us! The food was very good (we had a carnitas plate and al pastor tacos) The gentleman at the counter took our order and delivered the food came out hot. I would compare this place to a super good food truck without wheels. And trust me, that is a compliment. The decor was laid-back and welcoming, though prepare to be triggered if you engage in the perversion of Dallas, cowboy fandom. Next time we pass through Willits, we will certainly eat here again.

Came here during a pitstop before going camping!…read more Good: - The Super burrito with chile verde was amazing, especially after being lightly fried on a pan - I liked all of the ingredients and how they combined - The enchiladas were okay but also just a bit heavy, I liked the flavor and we got them with the carne asada. - Prices are good, and the food came super quickly - good service! Bad: - The place is a bit stuffy and very casual so it's not a super nice place to go if you're looking to sit down for a while Overall this was a nice pitstop and easy in and out, really fast and reasonable prices!

Cheese enchiladas with rice and

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Taqueria Maria's

4.3(78 reviews)

0.2 mi

We like to bounce around the Mexican restaurants in town, this was a REALLY good burrito. Grilled…read morechicken super burrito, no sour cream... we got it on the side, I wasn't sure about the texture at first, but I really liked the flavor, so it grew on me and I ended up loving it! Also ordered super nachos with steak and shrimp, equally as good. We will be back!

We decided to try somewhere new in Willits and I chose here. I am so happy we decided to come here…read more The store is a sit down restaurant but the walls have Mexican grocery store items that you can buy. The lady that helped us was really nice as we ordered our order to-go. I went with 2 crispy pastor tacos, lingua street taco, and an elote. Upon getting our order, I asked for extra hot sauce stating I would like the hottest one they had. I LOVE hot and spicy food and sauces. She tells me they have a very spicy chili oil but it's extra. You better believe I paid for the super spicy chili oil. The oil was amazing. The chilis were blended down into a thick paste in the oil. She told me to be careful since it can irritate your skin. I started with one of their tortilla chips and dip a little corner in to try it. The flavor had a smokiness to it. It is similar to thai chili oil. It was spicy but it was manageable. I proceeded to cover my crispy tacos in globs of it. Well, the heat builds hahaha my lips were puffy from eating so much and my mouth was on fire a little but I didn't feel like I was dying. Some water helped clear it up. If you like spicy, this oil is definitely something to try. Be careful if you don't normally eat very spicy. The crispy pastor tacos were pretty good. The pastor was seasoned a little different than what I have ever had when ordering pastor but still good flavor it was just a little on the salty side. I probably will change meat type next time. The tacos came with lettuce, cheese, cilantro, and a little pico. I asked for no sour cream. The tortillas have great flavor and were super crispy. There was a lot of extra lettuce, which I appreciate. My tripa street taco came with radish and a grilled jalapeños tucked inside the tinfoil which was a nice surprise since I thought it was just the taco. The tripa was fried nicely and was crispy. The flavor was simple but good. This taco wasn't salt which I liked. I covered this in chili oil as well lol. I also got an elote that I didn't take a picture of. I think by the time I ate it the heat had caused it to sweat a little so the toppings were dripping off a little. The flavor was good. Not too much not too little tajin so it was good for me. The elote was ok. I probably shouldn't have eaten in hot. Don't know if I would order it again. I love this place. It was a pleasant surprise for sure. I will absolutely be stopping here again on long trips out of town. My boyfriend loved his food. He stated it was some of the best chili verde he has had and will be telling his coworkers to make a pitstop here on their way out. Chili oil 5/5 Food 4/5

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Super Taco

4.2(44 reviews)

0.3 mi

Love this place. Delicious food! Great customer service and quick to get your food out. We have had…read moreburritos, quesadillas and came back to try carne asada fries. Looking forward to coming back!

Delicious! They give you chips and two salsas. We had a shrimp taco and a combination plate of…read morebeef enchiladas. The presentation is beautiful! The enchilada sauce was very tasty and the meat was cut differently than most places. They have beer, sodas and my favorite, Jarritos. The service was outstanding. She was very cordial, sweet, and smiling. Food was brought to our table The restaurant was clean, filled with flowers, and beautiful paintings adorn the walls So all you Skunk Train people-hop on board Super Taco. They are to the left of Grocery Outlet in the corner. You can get food to go too! Call ahead as needed.

Plenty of seating for large groups

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Drink selection. We chose cups of water

Restaurant El Mexicano

4.1(95 reviews)

1.2 mi

Walking into El Mexicano felt like stepping into a little time machine for me. There used to be a…read moresister restaurant in Noyo Harbor and eating here brought back a lot of those memories. First thing I had to test was the rice because if you know, you know. It was always the best I'd had at any Mexican restaurant anywhere, and I'm happy to report nothing has changed. Still fluffy, still flavorful, still exactly what I remembered. My son ordered enchiladas with their green sauce and that sauce deserves its own paragraph. Tangy, bright, and full of flavor without being overwhelming. Definitely something I would order myself next time. I went with the El Mexicano burrito and the poblano peppers inside absolutely made it. Deep flavor, and just full of cheese, and one of those meals where you slow down a second just to appreciate it. I also tried the birria and the flavor alone already has me planning what I'm ordering next visit. Service was excellent. Attentive without hovering and genuinely helpful. One thing I really appreciated is how flexible they are. They'll adjust dishes for taste or dietary needs and pretty much anything can be made vegetarian, which makes it easy when you're dining with different preferences. There's also plenty of seating, which makes it great whether you're coming in solo, with family, or with a group. For me this wasn't just a meal, it was a reminder of a place I used to enjoy back on the coast, and it was nice to find that same quality and consistency still alive here. I'll definitely be back.

We were hungry and on our to a camping adventure. We spotted Restaurant El Mexicano on Yelp and…read morepulled up to the parking lot. We were greeted at the door and seated immediately. The restaurant has a semi-open kitchen and it's always fun to see your food being made. Agua frescas were ordered, I had the horchata and it was refreshing. The menu has all of your favorites and then some. The table gobbled up all of the chips mostly because of the epic salsa bar. The salsa verde was a hit! Food came out fast, fresh, and portions were hefty. We left happy and recharged for our road trip. We'll be back again.

Tostada de ceviche

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Rio's Fish and Chips

4.4(79 reviews)

0.3 mi

Service great as always! Fresh Guacamole and chips…read more Shrimp cocktail on point every time.

Would definitely recommend the fish tacos, sweet potato fries and coleslaw! Haven't had fish or…read moreshrimp tacos as good unless I'm near the wharf.

2 pc. fish with Cole slaw and potato salad.

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Fish and Scallops

Taqueria Ramirez

4.8(22 reviews)

0.9 mi

Best tacos in Willits. Authentic & big portions. My new fave…read moreSweet people running the tacos truck. Lots of options!!

They were vending at Kids' Corner's grand opening event, and I tried some food. The rice and beans…read morewere absolutely fresh and very good. I've eaten many beans/rice, and this was the best in Willits. My grandson had many bites and enjoyed the taste. My only regret was not ordering a larger size. I'm looking forward to trying more items on their menu. Hats off to the cook for making authentic Mexican food.

Mexican Enchiladas and Tacos

Menu as of March 2016

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Aztec Grill

3.3(18 reviews)

0.7 mi

One thing you can count on is what you get from Aztec grill. They are always edible and this one is…read moreon the top of the chart. The service is , the food plentiful and they don't mind special orders. The place is very clean too so get out and get you one today. Plus the prices don't suck.

Good Mexican food at a gas station?…read more YES. Aztec grill has been a go to for me since the dinos roamed in Willits. The food is simple, fresh, good, and very reasonably priced. You can't go wrong here. :)

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La Siciliana

4.5(306 reviews)

0.1 mi

Slow Friday evening at 5 o'clock. Only one couple dining in. Order taken right away in professional…read moreand friendly manner. Delicious pizza! My Hawaiian had bacon on it! Yum! If I lived in Willits, I'd dine in. Clean establishment including restroom.

Pretty good authentic Italian food and reasonable prices…read more Pasta was fresh and delicious. Fast service and generous portions. Friendly owner and staff. Highly recommend

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Penne pasta with sugo sauce, bread, a dinner salad & a fountain drink lunch special 11-4, for only $9.95! WOWSERS!

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Katie R.

0

6

0

5 years ago

The food is good here. And when the whole country was on lockdown,they provided a nice patio to eat outside and have a beer. My review is solely on service. In hopes that the owner sees this and can try their best to find some help. I understand we are in a time,where finding reliable help is very difficult. However, I watched this business suffer today while waiting for my food. There is only 2 boys working the FOH. A busser/food runner would have SAVED them. But these two boys are taking tables inside and outside, answering phones,making margaritas, exchanging money and are expected to clean tables in between. This is absurd and the business suffered greatly bc of it. The people were nonstop. The phones were nonstop. People were seating themselves at dirty tables. People were obviously upset. I'm a regular and have been in the restaurant business,so I'm forgiving and I'll be back. But some of those people I saw today,will not be back. And it's a shame bc the food is good. The boys that are struggling to hold it together, ARE GOOD. But they desperately need help. I hope the new owner sees this review and hires new help,or starts helping themselves. It's not fair to those two boys working their butts off. Remember...new business owners don't get days off! They should be present everyday to help out WHEREVER needed. And to future customers here, don't blame these kids. They are doing the best they can with what they have read more

Katie R.

0

11

9

4 years ago

The food is good here. And when the whole country was on lockdown,they provided a nice patio to eat outside and have a beer. My review is solely on service. In hopes that the owner sees this and can try their best to find some help. I understand we are in a time,where finding reliable help is very difficult. However, I watched this business suffer today while waiting for my food. There is only 2 boys working the FOH. A busser/food runner would have SAVED them. But these two boys are taking tables inside and outside, answering phones,making margaritas, exchanging money and are expected to clean tables in between. This is absurd and the business suffered greatly bc of it. The people were nonstop. The phones were nonstop. People were seating themselves at dirty tables. People were obviously upset. I'm a regular and have been in the restaurant business,so I'm forgiving and I'll be back. But some of those people I saw today,will not be back. And it's a shame bc the food is good. The boys that are struggling to hold it together, ARE GOOD. But they desperately need help. I hope the new owner sees this review and hires new help,or starts helping themselves. It's not fair to those two boys working their butts off. Remember...new business owners don't get days off! They should be present everyday to help out WHEREVER needed. And to future customers here, don't blame these kids. They are doing the best they can with what they have read more

Chris G.

56

32

7

4 years ago

Never disappointed me yet. Good food and good service. They are open later than other places in town as well.

Ausar Y.

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3

2

4 years ago

The food was very good, especially the burritos. The waiters were friendly and considerate.

Alicia W.

2

25

71

5 years ago

Food is really good and great prices! Loved all the salsas and the fajitas are very tasty!

Jason B.

0

7

0

3 years ago

Food is good but it took 25 minutes to take my drink order and 20 to get the food itself

Debbie H.

5

14

19

5 years ago

This place is amazing. The chicken fajitas are the best! We really enjoyed our dinner

MCobb T.

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18

0

3 years ago

Great food, large portions and great price. Had the chimichangas and it was awesome!

Linda B.

0

7

0

8 years ago

Excellent fajitas, yummy chips and salsa and pleasant service.

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Walking into El Mexicano felt like stepping into a little time machine for me. There used to be a…read moresister restaurant in Noyo Harbor and eating here brought back a lot of those memories. First thing I had to test was the rice because if you know, you know. It was always the best I'd had at any Mexican restaurant anywhere, and I'm happy to report nothing has changed. Still fluffy, still flavorful, still exactly what I remembered. My son ordered enchiladas with their green sauce and that sauce deserves its own paragraph. Tangy, bright, and full of flavor without being overwhelming. Definitely something I would order myself next time. I went with the El Mexicano burrito and the poblano peppers inside absolutely made it. Deep flavor, and just full of cheese, and one of those meals where you slow down a second just to appreciate it. I also tried the birria and the flavor alone already has me planning what I'm ordering next visit. Service was excellent. Attentive without hovering and genuinely helpful. One thing I really appreciated is how flexible they are. They'll adjust dishes for taste or dietary needs and pretty much anything can be made vegetarian, which makes it easy when you're dining with different preferences. There's also plenty of seating, which makes it great whether you're coming in solo, with family, or with a group. For me this wasn't just a meal, it was a reminder of a place I used to enjoy back on the coast, and it was nice to find that same quality and consistency still alive here. I'll definitely be back.

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Oh man, SO GOOD. My wife and I are visiting from out of state and my mom insisted I stop by her old…read morefavorite Mexican restaurant and give it a try. She hyped it up and they did not disappoint. I got the lengua tacos and my wife got a veggie burrito with no beans. Yummm

Taqueria Jalos is a Willits gem. I've been coming here for 15 years. Get a chicken Fajita Burrito…read moreand a Tostada de Ceviche and thank me later.

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Love this place. Delicious food! Great customer service and quick to get your food out. We have had…read moreburritos, quesadillas and came back to try carne asada fries. Looking forward to coming back!

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We decided to try somewhere new in Willits and I chose here. I am so happy we decided to come here…read more The store is a sit down restaurant but the walls have Mexican grocery store items that you can buy. The lady that helped us was really nice as we ordered our order to-go. I went with 2 crispy pastor tacos, lingua street taco, and an elote. Upon getting our order, I asked for extra hot sauce stating I would like the hottest one they had. I LOVE hot and spicy food and sauces. She tells me they have a very spicy chili oil but it's extra. You better believe I paid for the super spicy chili oil. The oil was amazing. The chilis were blended down into a thick paste in the oil. She told me to be careful since it can irritate your skin. I started with one of their tortilla chips and dip a little corner in to try it. The flavor had a smokiness to it. It is similar to thai chili oil. It was spicy but it was manageable. I proceeded to cover my crispy tacos in globs of it. Well, the heat builds hahaha my lips were puffy from eating so much and my mouth was on fire a little but I didn't feel like I was dying. Some water helped clear it up. If you like spicy, this oil is definitely something to try. Be careful if you don't normally eat very spicy. The crispy pastor tacos were pretty good. The pastor was seasoned a little different than what I have ever had when ordering pastor but still good flavor it was just a little on the salty side. I probably will change meat type next time. The tacos came with lettuce, cheese, cilantro, and a little pico. I asked for no sour cream. The tortillas have great flavor and were super crispy. There was a lot of extra lettuce, which I appreciate. My tripa street taco came with radish and a grilled jalapeños tucked inside the tinfoil which was a nice surprise since I thought it was just the taco. The tripa was fried nicely and was crispy. The flavor was simple but good. This taco wasn't salt which I liked. I covered this in chili oil as well lol. I also got an elote that I didn't take a picture of. I think by the time I ate it the heat had caused it to sweat a little so the toppings were dripping off a little. The flavor was good. Not too much not too little tajin so it was good for me. The elote was ok. I probably shouldn't have eaten in hot. Don't know if I would order it again. I love this place. It was a pleasant surprise for sure. I will absolutely be stopping here again on long trips out of town. My boyfriend loved his food. He stated it was some of the best chili verde he has had and will be telling his coworkers to make a pitstop here on their way out. Chili oil 5/5 Food 4/5

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