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El Michoacano Restaurante

3.7 (79 reviews)
ModerateSeafood, Mexican
Open • 10:00 am - 8:00 pm

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Casual
Very loud
Good for groups
Good for kids

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Stephanie C.

The Miches were bomb. The menudo was good too. My friend got the carne en su jugo and I really liked it. The server was attentive and fast. It was a nice environment. We went in for breakfast.

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Ultima M.

First time here Came to have lunch with mama Ling Ling lol Parking is easy Lots of open parking spaces Venue is nicely decorated customer service is friendly I ordered a tostada of ceviche and a side of rice I really enjoyed the tostada Ingredients are fresh Nice portions Mama ling Ling ordered Chicken flauta plate She said her flautas were tasty and crispy Employee make the chips in house That is a nice touch Prices are reasonable I can't wait to come back and try other items on their menu

Camarones a la diabla and torta michoacana
Mufasa S.

I don't usually go to Mexican restaurants since I'm stuck with the "we have that at home" mentality BUT I had their super burritos before for lunch and the meat was so well done. I took the chance to come back again. The cashier / waitress is super friendly and attentive! The whole vibe / aesthetic of the place is just so nice and inviting plus with the music blasting it really brings it all together. (I sadly don't have pictures) I ended up ordering La Torta Michoacana. While my friend ordered camarones a la diabla. I mean you can hardly go wrong with a torta. The meat was good the sausage was good and I had some salsa verde in the side with it which just did it for me:3. My friend and I had a little of each others food and safe to say los camarones a la diabla were in fact spicy. I kept taking some of the sauce and jalapeño slices from my friends dish to put on my food since it went so well. I did find a loose hair on my plate at some point during my meal but it wasn't in the food itself but like on the plate, the torta was covered with parchment paper and aluminum foil so crisis avoided. Anyhow aside from that I will be coming back some point in the future.

Manuel T.

Really good burritos!!! must try all their food now everything is really clean. Staff is friendly.

First timer here at El Michoacano and won't be last!! The Staff was very attentive and friendly making our meals more enjoyable. The vibe and atmosphere was very welcoming and had an authentic Mexican environment. Tried the ceviche, aguachiles, and seafood platter and safe to say it was one of the best seafood I've had in Salinas!!! Most definitely will come back and along with the fam!!

Carne En Su Jugo..!!
Michael H.

Gonna Try This Place For The First Time, Hopefully Good...??? A Lot Of People Are Always Here So I Assume That Means The Foods Good, Or All These People Are Related..?? Lol..!! I'm Sure It's Good...!! We Will See How It Goes..?? Was BOMBIZZIE...!!! If You Find Yourself In Salinas CA Stop By "El Michoacáno" You Won't Regret It...!!!

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Amazing service from the girl working and food was out extremely fast. got live music as well!

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Great and fresh . Great service . Nice kick to food. Reasonable prices, nice portions. Cold drinks

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The food and service were amazing! They had delicious Chabelas as well. The environment felt very authentic and welcoming!

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Lovely service and good tastes immaculate. Food tastes very homie and the flavor is definitely there.

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Best chabelas in salinas no doubt about it try it for yourself you won't be disappointed!!!!

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Chavela, chips, and salsa were on point. Unfortunately my carnitas tacos were disapointing the carnitas were hard, dry, and old.

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