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El Mercadito Restaurant

3.8 (29 reviews)
Closed • 8:00 am - 8:00 pm
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Taco plate w/ adobado
Dan C.

The best tacos I've had in a really, really long time. The adobado was tender and flavorful, the tortillas were (I think) handmade, the rice was really fresh and well-done, and I don't really like refried beans but these were delicious. Everything tasted like a lot of love went into it, and the guy working the front was super nice and helpful, too. I'm glad I found this place

Carla P.

Shrimp ceviche tostadas topped with avocado - This was my favorite (and possibly healthiest) meal during my Fresno work trip! Recommended by our contact who advocates for underrepresented communities receiving contaminated water, we walked in there and immediately knew it was a hit just by the delicious smell coming out of the kitchen and several tables of locals hanging out chatting. A table of construction workers was enjoying shrimp ceviche tostadas and I couldn't look away or stop Being a "shute" (Guatemalan slang for nosy; interchangeable with "metida"). I asked for whatever they were having and the waitress said it wouldn't disappoint. she was right! They keep it simple: diced tomato, onion, cilantro, cucumber, halved shrimp marinated in lime juice. Our table also had the adobada & asada burritos and some type of steak guisada (in tomato sauce). Even the handmade tortillas were amazing.

Menu of what they offer, pretty well priced for being in a small town
Sandra M.

For being in Riverdale it was good. Service was great the young women taking my order was kind and knowledgeable of the menu. The prices weren't too bad for it being in a small town. We got a carne asada burrito, asada fries, 3 tacos plate with beans and rice, and a cheeseburger with fries, and an horchata Burrito-nothing special but good, the meat could of been more moist in my opinion and the salsa could use some working. Not bad, just not my type I like. Veggies in it was a good touch as well but I would of liked some crema or cheese as well. It was also huge! So you totally get your moneys worth Asada fries- Husband said they were good and fulfilled his craving. We did get both the nacho cheese and shredded cheese per the waitresses suggestions. Asada taco plate- typical nothing amazing. Beans were really good and tasted like homemade the rice was ok but it could of been fresher, but I'm super picky with rice so maybe that's just me. Cheeseburger and fries- Friend said it was really good and fresh, the fries were super fresh and great amount as well Overall it was yummy food for very limited choices. I'd go back maybe during the lunch hour to see if the food feels more "fresh".

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5 months ago

Food prices way up, food portions way down, people not as friendly anymore. Will not be ordering from here anymore.

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5 years ago

This restaurant has the best tacos. I come from Fresno just to buy their food. Everything taste fresh. The rice and beans are so good !

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Only townies get vip benefits, and even then the food sucks, if you're from out of town then act rich.

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6 years ago

This restruaant is very bad there was literally frogs inside the mercadito jumping and there food was always cold

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By far the best Mexican food I have had in a long time. I highly recommend this place if you are nearby. Customer service was great as well.

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8 years ago

I have been to this place a handful of times and the service is absolutely horrible and the food is bland and mediocre at best.

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6 years ago

There was fried hair in my burrito that had been cooked in with it. I was extremely grossed out and disgusted. Never eating here again.

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“Great asada tacos w/ Jarritos add to it is salt, onions and cilantro yummy yum.”

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Breakfast BURRITO is a must. They have an outstanding menu and when you pair it with some…read moremimosas!!! Delicious!!! Service was top notch as well. We will definitely be returning again and again and again.

Found this gem on iPhone maps because I was heading home from SLO and needed to eat breakfast. I…read morewoke up too early because the restaurant doesn't open till 9 am on weekdays. Well... I abetted my appetite by walking around downtown Paso Robles for 10 minutes. Location is great! Large park for families, ample parking on every street, lots of unique shops & wine tasting sites, and tons of restaurants. Apparently, the entire town sleeps in since only the local elementary school & the road construction crew were awake at 850 am. Staff - owners? - were super nice. Customer Service deserves at 15 out of 10. I have a food allergy, but they don't use the ingredient which meant that everything but the artificial creamer was safe!! YUM I had a standard breakfast with eggs, bacon, potatoes, and a BISCUIT. Everything was delicious, but that biscuit was the star! It is made with real butter and had the perfect amount of crunch and softness to make me swoon. Everything was served hot & flavorful. There's at least 3 types of spicy sauce on the tables. Decaf was robust and flavorful. No wimpy coffee on site. Restaurant is very clean with plenty of space for single diners, small groups, or a large party. In fact, it would make a great venue for events. Rustic & good vibes found in every square inch. Bathroom is clean-ish & gender-neutral and shared with the other businesses in the building. Prices are kinda high, but the Paso Robles people have $$ and the restaurant understands its core client.

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El Mercadito Restaurant - mexican - Updated October 2026

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