Recommended by two fellas I met on my flight arriving to Pocatello, this restaurant did not disappoint!! Excellent service, nice portions, home cooked, home made everything!! I can't wait to return!! The staff was incredibly patient as I scoured all the choices with a magnifying glass. I chose three tacos and due to a restricted diet, a salad. The salad was huge, the carnitas and carne asado tacos were outstanding, the pickled carrots, jalapenos, onions and peppers were so fresh and homemade!! The salsa verde I couldn't stop asking for more!! The staff, management and servers were so on it and truly kind to us and all their, obvious, returning diners!! Nothing was remotely empty as they consistently checked back with us, and everyone else, and boy did we devour everything!! I can't wait to return to this restaurant again. 7 stars!! Thank you Dave for recommending this gem!!! Prices were incredibly reasonable as well. Authenticity and kindness at it's best!! They certainly could expand as the business was consistent and the service fast but not rushed!!! Maybe a franchise in Los Angeles!!! read more

While visiting family, we decided to try a Mexican spot nearby. I looked for a place with good reviews, and this one definitely did not disappoint. We were greeted right away when we walked in and really enjoyed the authentic decorations and overall vibe. The service was friendly and welcoming. Not long after sitting down, we were brought chips with some really tasty salsa and bean dip, which was a great start to the meal. I ordered the smothered tamales, and I had never had anything quite like that before. The food came out hot and tasted fresh. Overall, it was a great experience, and I would definitely recommend this place! read more

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Walking into the restaurant, it felt like an authentic place and the girls who greeted me were very friendly and they had a great sense of humor. Chips green sauce and frijoles to start before having Shrimp Diablo. Little spicy but not overly and a great flavor with a tad of sweetness. Rice and beans with tortillas were perfect. I felt that the meal was super delicious and plentiful. I was stuffed I would definitely recommend! read more

El Herradero - Shrimp Diablo - New American Near Me - Pocatello, Idaho

I door dashed and the food was still amazing. The shrimp and steak fajita was delicious and came with homemade tortillas. Love their green salsa. The guacamole was a little too lime for me. The horchata was perfect. read more

Authentic Mexican at a low price. Food is great (I had the street tacos and they were awesome). Service was incredible (very fast and friendly). Not some place you'd take a prom date. Jeans and t-shirt kind of place. Chips and salsa with every dine in order. Great selection of food (what you'd expect for Mexican food). Family friendly. Family owned business (2 locations in Pocatello). Coke products. Fried ice cream or Churros for dessert, Yes please. read more

Solid 4 on the burrito. Was not a huge fan of the red sauce but I was steak going to town in this. Lots of onions, a bit more than should be but rice and beans were great and not runny or under cooked. Chicken was seasoned pretty good on this and the food was super quick once we ordered. Hard to find some parking but if you wait you will find a quick spot as they don't take long to dish up a meal. read more

El Herradero - a plate of enchiladas - New American Near Me - Pocatello, Idaho

I'm a Minnesotan who was in town in business. I found this restaurant on Yelp before I arrived. When I arrived, I wasn't sure. It is a tiny restaurant with a tiny parking lot. We were greeted and offered a booth. The menu was BIG. Lots of options. My traveling colleague has been to Mexico lots, and he was impressed with the menu. Chips and salsa and frijoles dip made it to the table as a free appetizer with our cervezas! The chips were cold and not made on premises. Oh well. Good salsa and frijoles dip. I ordered an enchiladas plate, which came with beans on the side (and maybe rice, cannot remember?). Anyway, let me tell you, this might have been the best Mexican food I'd ever eaten. Holy mole! So flavorful. I don't remember what kind of meat was in there. I only remember that it was heavenly. Bottom line? Do not judge a book by its cover. This place is the real deal. Incredible. My traveling colleague approved, as well. read more

Fast, friendly and great tacos!! Lots of places sell Mexican food, few can match the quality and fewer match the price!!

I've only had it delivered but it's the best Mexican food I've had since I left Texas!! Very reasonable prices too read more

Really great Mexican food, cheap, hearty and richly satisfying. Chips are feather lite, the warm bean dip is the bomb, and who does not like 1.75 cent tacos! read more

OK, first of all let me is very inconsistent. Some you can't chew some super trough some super small some as large pieces. Definitely not an appeasing texture when you're trying to eat a taco. Also there's no flavor to meat has absolutely no flavor. you have to add hot sauce to it and if you're one like me that orders it without hot sauce, please double triple check Because they put the hot sauce on both of our burritos that were supposed to be no hot sauce so unable to enjoy the food but it seem to be a waste of money. We ordered two Asada burritos, eight Asada tacos and two drinks and spent $35. if you're just need to get some food in your belly, it's not the worst but definitely don't come here if you are looking for authentic. read more

Went for Taco Tuesday... I tried chicken taco, al pastor taco, and a beef enchilada. Tacos were very good -- nice preparation and excellent flavors. Enchilada was very disappointing -- sauce was totally blah. My wife enjoyed her carne asada tacos. Excellent green salsa with the chips. Atmosphere was cheap diner, but clean enough. The lady serving us was friendly. Thumbs up overall. read more

Doesn't look like much from inside or inside for that matter, but very busy. Service with a smile. Chips with excellent green sauce. Guacamole was well done. Tried the day special which was a wet chimi. A little Americanized but meat was well flavored. Would have a little more red enchilada sauce but still tasty. Will come back read more

We squeaked in an hour before close and got our food fast! These guys work hard and you can tell because the food is DELICIOUS! I'm saving this place so I can come back. Muchas Gracias! Way better than El Cap! Go to El Herradero, your tongue will be happy. read more

El Herradero - I cleaned my plate and asked for more! So yummy! - New American Near Me - Pocatello, Idaho

Just moved to Pocatello and decided to try some Mexican food. El Herradero did not disappoint! Fajitas were delicious. Rice and beans were flavorful and both salsas were delicious. read more

Excellent choice for authentic Mexican food. We will definitely come back when we visit our daughter who attends ISU. read more

El Herradero - Chips with sides of salsa and spicy refried beans my husband is having 3 chicken flautas beans and rice. - New American Near Me - Pocatello, Idaho

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Wanted to try this restaurant last night at the recommendation of a coworker. We walked in and a lady greeted us and told us to pick anywhere to sit. We picked and started to sit down when our server came over with menus and place settings...which he tossed into the middle of the table. Nope. Not gonna happen. I work too hard for my money to give it over to someone who doesn't care if I'm there or not. Pocatello has too many Mexican restaurants to choose from to ask to be treated like this.... read more

I use Yelp to find gems like this place. Astonishingly good green salsas (green chili, tamatillo), and really the best beans this Arizonan has had. Stunning flavors. Excellent service and very reasonable prices. read more

El Herradero - green chili burrito - New American Near Me - Pocatello, Idaho

Absolutely loved this place. The green salsa they bring out for the "chips and salsa" is great. I ordered a chicken enchilada and beef taco with rice and beans all of which where delicious. This is my new go to favorite Mexican restaurant in Pocatello. read more

It's a little hole in the wall but the staff is friendly and the menu is solid. Excellent salsa verde with chips to start. We had tacos. The meat is well flavored, if a little greasy. Comes with rice, beans, roasted jalapeño, pickled carrots and lime. Lunch for two (no drinks) $12. read more

Their carne asada fries are the best I've ever had- even considering out of state Mexican restaurants. read more

El Herradero - Carne Asada Fries - New American Near Me - Pocatello, Idaho

Que buenísima fue la comida! Pide la quesabirrias y que bueno el sabor. buen trabajo al cocineros! nos vemos pronto

Delish. Giant burritos are a game changer thanks guys. Sauce and tortillas mmhmm super good!

Solid choice for tasty mexican food, cold beer, yummy margaritas. Charming service - feels like a family-run establishment. We visited on cinco de mayo 2019. The staff were wearing white garments with bright authentic embroidery. It was fun. read more

Authentic Mexican food, delicious Chimichanga and Enchiladas. Very fast and friendly service. Glad we checked it out, will be going back. read more

It would be nice if I was to receive my whole order. Is that too much to ask? I pay enough for my bill

Bad service when their busy, one of the cashiers was really rude and had no time for service. I bought chips and salsa and they didnt want to give me red salsa or pico. They dont even put your food in proper containers they put them on plates so your food will slip off.. Very dirty inside kitchen..Service is terrible....No business from me. read more

Wonderful service definitely is family oriented and feels that way. The food is phenomenal. Definitely stop on your way through or if your just trying to find that good home cooked Mexican/Hispanic food you want. read more

The best street tacos in Pocatello. Possibly in the world! Green and red salsa is delicious with the chips and beans.

Great food and friendly service. I especially like their tacos. Very affordable and very fast

Had a terrific beef Macho Burrito. Big enough for us to share. Such reasonable prices. Super fast and friendly service. Will definitely stop here again. read more

I agree with the four star reviews. We had an excellent shrimp fajitas, and the appetizer chips, beans and green salsa were dead on. If I lived near here I would definitely return! read more

Seriously the best Mexican on the planet. I've been all over the west, Nayarit, Jalisco & Baja. Only a few places come close to the authenticity of how well prepared the food is. Not to mention the price is in comparable. You can get a burrito combo medio litro coca-cola all for under $10. You can't even go to a cheap fast food place and get a deal like that. Friendly, clean and providing the best Mexican food in the world! (IMO) thank you read more

El Herradero - a hand holding a cell phone - New American Near Me - Pocatello, Idaho

Caveat- I've never actually eaten here, only ordered out. But we order out a ton. The portions are great, the food is hot and tasty! The chicken fajitas are my favorite. The beans and rice are a big hit with the kids. read more

Really like their food. It's consistently good. I always get the tacos. They're very tasty got their double cheeseburger twice it's awesome. The burritos are good I always get them without lettuce read more

ordered a macho burrito with no sour cream.. and it still came with sour cream. It's a good burrito but the sour cream ruined it. this is the second time for asking for no sour cream and still has yucky sour cream. how hard is it to leave the sour cream off when asked. read more

GREAT food!!! Best Mexican food in this town. I've tried a lot of different Mexican food restaurants in Pocatello and this place is the best!! read more

Very clean, authentic Mexican food. The staff is extremely friendly and allowed us to call in and order for pick up right before closing. The food didn't disappoint, be sure to ask for spicy carrots with your meal! Would 100% recommend stopping her when passing though. read more

The food truck on Yellowstone is poppin' I got my food in 4mins on a Monday afternoon. Picnic benches next to the truck for convenient dining. The fellas working were awesome and polite. Tacos and burritos were phenomenal. Might be my new lunch break destination. read more

El Herradero - That just happened. Dirt cheap, but darn delicious. - New American Near Me - Pocatello, Idaho

Quick and delicious meal. Great carne asada. We got a burrito, tacos, fries and chips and salsa to go. It was ready quickly and we enjoyed everything. read more