We went there after long time. We ordered our usual spinach cheese pupusuas and veggie burrito. They did not have spinach and they told we can fo Loroco and Cheese and they told it is vegetarian, we took a chance and then I was looking up Loroco as i was not familiar with that and never tried it. Loroco is an edible, unopened flower bud from a Central American vine, and is a staple in Salvadoran cuisine, especially in pupusas. When the dish came it just tasted like spinach! Take a look at the pictures. Burritos was were i was disappointed, the gave a platter instead of Burrito, but they quickly complied to take it back wrapped it up in tortilla. But when we split rice and bean was on one side and vegetables on the other, which diluted the whole experience. We got another burrito to go, which was also folded wrong Wow I learnt how wrong way of folding a Burritos can bring this much difference. Also their Jalapenos were not having the kick. So this trip did not turn out well. So reducing a star. Hope next time they will earn it back. . read more

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For what it is 5 stars based on quality of food, friendly serve, portions and price. [[HIGHLIGHT]]I've been here before, but first time I brought the family and they loved it as well.[[ENDHIGHLIGHT]] [[HIGHLIGHT]]The interior is small and quant.[[ENDHIGHLIGHT]] read more

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Supesss yummy. Everything covered in cheese and salsa, cooked quickly. Service was very nice and easy. Clearly a local fav, will be back for the next dive trip! read more

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First time visiting and we'll definitely be back. We were served chips and salsa when we arrived. Had the super burrito with chili verde. It was delicious! Servers were very helpful with selecting our entree. [[HIGHLIGHT]]Restaurant is very clean and cute inside.[[ENDHIGHLIGHT]] See you next time. read more

We went to El chipotle Taqueria on Thursday and the food and service were great. Pedro the owner was very nice he came to check if we liked our food . I had pupusas for the first time and they were delicious, My wife had 3 chicken taco plate and they were loaded with chicken. Had a horchata to drink which came with a refill . Definitely will go back again when in the area. There is no veggie garnish on the pupusa plate cause I don't like that stuff. read more

El Chipotle Taqueria - Chicken tacos - Mexican Near Me - Soquel, California

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I was visiting from LA and took a chance on some Soquel Mexican food, and El Chipotle did not disappoint. This review is specifically for the chicken flautas because OMG, yum!! Most places don't make flautas, so I was excited and surprised to see them on the menu. They were served with rice and beans, and I seriously judge Mexican restaurants on their beans, and these were literally perfect..so flavorful, soft, and gooey. Definitely pop into this place whether you live here or are passing through! read more

El Chipotle Taqueria - Chicken flautas - Mexican Near Me - Soquel, California

Great Mexican restaurant. Authentic food, reasonably priced and great service. They serve breakfast, lunch and dinner. read more

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Called in a few burritos for take out and was pleasantly surprised! The shredded beef regular burrito was delicious! It had so much flavor and spice from the meat and salsa! It was also a great value for such a big portion! I also really liked how they have complimentary chips and salsa! This is going to be my new go to spot! read more

Came here for breakfast and the food was delicious! I got the vegetable scramble and they did not skimp out on the vegetable! The rice and beans...delicious! read more

Biggest complaint are their burritos being So tiny, they're gone within a few bites. They are mostly filled with beans. Had good flavors but nothing special and overpriced. Chips and salsa were good. Wouldn't come back. Burrito: 6.5/10 Service: 8/10 read more

This is a great local, family operated taqueria. They also have breakfast, highly recommend that for menudo or chilaquiles, omelets, bistec ranchero all are good. They just started a second location in Santa Cruz, congratulations! This time we got camarones a la diabla and chimichanga plate. Great thing about this chimichanga was it was not oily to taste even after being deep fried, crispy and well flavored. Rice, guacamole accompaniments are given in good portions as always. Highly recommend it for people that want to try different things in mexican food - try mojarra, trucha camarone a la diabla, fajitas de pescado, mole de oxaca, Siete mares and caldo... read more

El Chipotle Taqueria - Chimichanga plate - Mexican Near Me - Soquel, California

Amazing food! Best fajitas I ever had and the salsa is amazing too! [[HIGHLIGHT]]Great lil mom and pop spot![[ENDHIGHLIGHT]] If I could give a higher rating I would.. tacos were amazing too! Definitely better than 4.3 read more

Truly excellent quality food here! Everything was perfect, I totally get the hype behind this spot. Will definitely be a new regular!

I tried El chipotle for the first time week before last for my son and I and I've already been back.We both really liked our food and the staff was very attentive as soon as I walked into the door. I will definitely return. read more

A must if you are ever in Soquel and looking for delicious authentic Mexican food the salsa was hot!!! But good and the type if you stop eating it it burns!!!! But you have to keep eating g cause it's so good The tacos were delicious I orders one of each asada, shredded beef, and carnitas all were delicious. Sides were all perfect and had a bite of the enchilada my friend ordered and it was shredded beef and was also delicious!!!! read more

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My boyfriend wanted Mexican food and I wanted something on the healthier side, so we checked out el chipotle taqueria because they have a vegetable focused healthy plates section on their menu. [[HIGHLIGHT]]It's a small taqueria with a few booths and tables, more of a takeout spot but we're traveling and wanted to dine in.[[ENDHIGHLIGHT]] [[HIGHLIGHT]]Even at 5pm, they were quite busy with takeout orders and 5 out of the 6 tables were full.[[ENDHIGHLIGHT]] Service was great. It was an all hands on deck kind of thing. The guy working the register and answering the phone also helped out with serving. They gave us free chips and pico de gallo. Good chips and pico had good flavor, and I'm not really a pico person. I ordered the 100% veggie plate from the healthy plates section of the menu, and I added shrimp. My partner got the chile verde plate. The veggie plate was delicious. Only downside was the shrimp was really overcooked. It would've been perfectly substantial without the shrimp, I should've just gotten it as is. Huge serving of veggies which was just what I needed after eating out every meal the past few days. The plate felt slightly lacking in flavor, so I asked for some green sauce and they gave me a big portion of the chile verde sauce which complemented the dish really well. I tried my bf's chile verde and it tasted exactly like others that I've had before. Their beans and rice were really good too. We had lots of leftovers which reheated pretty well. I would definitely go back if we're ever looking for a taqueria in Santa Cruz again. read more

El Chipotle Taqueria - 100 Percent Veggie Plate with shrimp added - Mexican Near Me - Soquel, California

This was our first visit, and we found the food to be excellent. Everything tasted fresh and well-prepared, and the staff was genuinely friendly and attentive. The house-made chips were delicious, and the pico de gallo was fantastic, as shown in the picture LoL! [[HIGHLIGHT]]Overall, it's a great place to eat in the quiet town of Soquel.[[ENDHIGHLIGHT]] We'll definitely be back. read more

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Don't let the exterior fool you, there is some great eats inside this place. They really give you a lot of food for the price. Ordered a 2 chicken tamale combo and carnitas taco/chile relleno plate. The chile relleno was filled with plenty of cheese and the carnitas taco was one of the best I've ever had. Carnitas were crisp on outside, tender inside. Tamales were just okay. Both plates were smothered in melted cheese. Beans and rice passed the test for authenticity. I only wish they had a chips & salsa bar and refillable fountain drinks. Service was a bit slow but worth the wait in my opinion. This place is a must try in Soquel! read more

El Chipotle Taqueria - Carnitas taco and Chile Rellenos Plate - Mexican Near Me - Soquel, California

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What a lovely experience! Breakfast is a tough meal for me, and now I'm especially dazzled with El Chipotle. This was my first time in and I will 100% return. Gosh where to begin. We came in at 10am Sunday, the place was half full. We were seated right away, brought water, chips and salsa and our order taken. My companion had huevos rancheros and I had the carnitas plate. Cinnamon coffee = yum. [[HIGHLIGHT]]The inside is simpy decorated and casual. Clean.[[ENDHIGHLIGHT]] [[HIGHLIGHT]]You can tell lots of locals go there.[[ENDHIGHLIGHT]] The food came and my carnitas plate was generous all around, with a lovely pile of diced onion and cilantro. Carnitas is a good test, and this passed with flying colors! It was griddled perfectly crispy, omg, so freaking good. Both the pico and hot salsa are flavorful and so tasty! The huevos rancheros is served on a tostada and beans on the side. The sauce was exactly what he was hoping for. The food was solid! However, even with as good as the meal was, the true gem is the quality of the staff. They were genuinely happy to be there, lighthearted and spontaneously singing and laughing and having fun. 100% recommend El Chipotle! read more

Great food. [[HIGHLIGHT]]Small hidden location worth finding.[[ENDHIGHLIGHT]] I love the spicy shredded beef quesadillas..

There's just something about this place that I love. It feels like I'm at a friends home. They serve breakfast til 3pm...I seem to always order the same thing, the scrambled eggs with shrimp. The refried beans and corn tortillas are delicious. I've ordered the huevos rancheros in the past, it's also yummy! When I'm hungry for something and not sure what I want, I come here! Service is friendly, food is prepared fresh, so it's not instantly brought to your table. Worth the wait. Locals eat here, too, which is another good sign. Prices are reasonable too. Highly recommend. read more

Lots of flavor in the food. The "pico de gallo" had fresh tomatoes and serranos served with homemade chips, nothing to do with the bland fast food version. I had one of the best "mole de Puebla" chicken here. Even high end restaurants don't achieve this balance of sweet and spicy, cleaned up the plate. I enjoyed the seasoning of the asada meat in the tacos, matching what I have had in Mexico. [[HIGHLIGHT]]Very busy with to-go orders, I had mine sitting at the quaint tables.[[ENDHIGHLIGHT]] read more

Great food and service, machaca burritos are so good, I would highly recommend this place

I am very impressed with this mom and pop Mexican restaurant. We, hubby and I, were invited to lunch by a couple of close friends to this location. It's very quaint and very welcoming. While our friends had tacos and my husband had burritos, I had the grilled tilapia. It was very delicious and watch out!, Their salsa is very spicy. I would definitely return to this location if we are within the area to have our Mexican fix. Price: A+ Quality:A+ Service: B+ read more

El Chipotle Taqueria - Mexican Near Me - Soquel, California

[[HIGHLIGHT]]This place is adorable and the food is absolutely incredible.[[ENDHIGHLIGHT]] It has considerable vegetarian/ vegan options too. I had some of a shrimp burrito and- WOW! It was spectacular. I also had the mushroom tacos, and they were some of the best and most filling vegetarian tacos I've ever had. The person at the counter was very friendly, even though we came in for takeout 25 min before closing. I will be back. read more

My husband brought me here today for lunch. He was hoping I would like it and I did. The food was delicious. I ordered the combo plate with two chicken tacos and he ordered 4 tacos. The service was good. The server was nice. [[HIGHLIGHT]]The restaurant was clean but small.[[ENDHIGHLIGHT]] read more

El Chipotle Taqueria - Combo plate with two chicken tacos - Mexican Near Me - Soquel, California

Very good, satisfying Mexican food. We were in the area, and I was looking for a small, mom & pop-type Mexican restaurant. I came across this place by perusing Yelp. Super cute, small restaurant near Capitola. There is parking in the back, but you have to pay a dollar - no big deal. We ate inside the restaurant. Service was good, and the place was clean. I ordered the 3 enchilada plate with three enchiladas, refried beans & rice. There were three sauces to choose from so I chose all three - red, green, and mole. Mole wins!! Horchata was yummy too. There was a constant flow of customers on a Tuesday night which tells me that El Chipotle Taqueria is a great small business to support. read more

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This restaurant has breakfast burritos to die for. I also highly recommend their regular burritos and nachos.

The food at El Chipolte is delicious and very plentiful. I ordered the Combo Plate and had to take the taco home doe dinner. [[HIGHLIGHT]]The restaurant is a bit noisy, but the staff is very friendly and the food is served promptly and hot.[[ENDHIGHLIGHT]] With so many Mexican restaurants to choose from in Santa Cruz County, El Chipolte is one of the best! read more

Solid mexican food. Have been here multiple times. I enjoy the burritos, nachos, pupusas and taco salad. Food takes a bit because it's made to order. Order come with chips and salsa. read more

Let me start with how friendly every single person in this establishment is! Big smiles, friendly, helpful and polite. Ah-mazing!! The food is very flavorful, well prepared and reasonably priced. They have every possible Mexican food craving you can imagine, from tacos to delicious, restaurant style platters. Highly recommend! read more

My husband and I order takeout from here, religiously. I grew up in the Bay Area, and this is by far my favorite Mexican food in Santa Cruz!! Service is always super sweet, as well. Highly recommend! read more

[[HIGHLIGHT]]The service and ambiance was okay, but the food was great.[[ENDHIGHLIGHT]] This place also does a very busy to go business. Something for everyone including vegetarian. Prices are reasonable. No bar, but has beer and wine. read more

A cozy family owned restaurant. Full menu of wonderful Mexican dishes. There were 5 booths and 2 tables of 4 available for seating. They had a Birria plate and though Beef Birria wasn't a choice as a meat for the burrito they easily accommodated my request as my meat choice. I ordered 2 Birria Burritos that came with chips and salsa (great chips!) to go and walked back to Sir Froggies Sports Bar. I was so pleased to see Quinoa as an alternative to white or brown rice. The house made beans were really tasty and the Birria spices were wonderful! I will come back to sit down and eat here. read more

Best selection of Vegan burritos in the county! Great customer service. I take my friends here every time they come to visit me.

Cute little mom and pop shop that makes you feel at home. Immediately we could tell it was a local favorite. Delicious and busy restaurant with warm service. We ordered the triple fajitas, steak taco salad and menudo plus fries for the child. All were on point and more tasty compared to a typical taqueria. It's good. Try it. read more

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My experience was horrible I tried calling to make a take out order like I have done many times no answer. I drove over restaurant pretty empty asked why he didn't answer the phone he said rudely we're real busy. I ordered or tried too I asked for a cheese and spinach enchilada he said it can only be made with one item inside. I've ordered that item many times before..Its like they are different people owners and so rude .So I left. I totally don't recommend anyone going to El Chipotle and be treated so poorly read more

The food is always so good. Nuf said, but I have to type 48 characters so here it goes. We had the enchilada plate with carne asada, a salmon taco, and the crispy taco with lengua. Especially surprising we're the beans that came with the enchiladas! They were so tasty and of a smooth consistency. We sat inside at a table and our server was attentive and very pleasant. We asked for a spicier dip for our chips to go along with the pico and it was brought right away. When ever we find ourselves down in Soquel, we drop by this restaurant. read more

El Chipotle Taqueria - Carne Asada enchiladas of the left. Very very good. - Mexican Near Me - Soquel, California

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[[HIGHLIGHT]]If there are a bunch of teenagers running the place when you walk in, do yourself a favor and walk right out because you can expect the atmosphere to be loud and annoying.[[ENDHIGHLIGHT]] [[HIGHLIGHT]]Overall when this is not the case the ambiance is fine, but I just don't find the food good enough to tolerate bad service.[[ENDHIGHLIGHT]] read more

As a San Diego native, I pretty much have settled on El Chipotle. If you enjoy San Diego style I'm gonna say you could definitely satisfy here. They have their regular norcal affair, but they told me last time they will do a California burrito and carne asada fries (still need to try those here but I'm sure it works). Good prices too. I was getting tired of coming here or other places around getting the same ol filler mission style burritos, so I took the chance on a carne asada burrito and it turned out great! I would say it was a little light on guac and over all a little small, but the flavor and spirit was there. Nitpicky, but I wish they used paper to wrap the burritos. I'll never understand the foil, the tortilla gets ruined. Tacos are also good here. read more