I gotta say, the tacos weren't great. Huge chunks of Asada with lots of fat. Salsa was very bland, meat was pretty flavorless. I threw away a good portion of the tacos I bought after getting one too many "I need to spit this bite out" moments. I guess I'm used to LA tacos. I thought they would be comparable out here... they aren't. read more

Well not to bad after all. Good service friendly somewhat authentic. Seems to stay busy.. read more

El Trigo - Mexican Near Me - Riverside, California

This place seems like it's a family owned restaurant - really homey! First, the server gave us free chips and salsa! The chips is very thin and lightly fried which I really like. The salsa is a bit too watery but it still tasted yummy. I ordered 2 lengua tacos and 1 el pastor taco. They're all very meaty and they come in big chucks. There is only one layer of tortilla as compared to others (2 layers). I like my lengua finely chopped so I'm not a fan of big chucks. The pastor was maybe 90% fatty, I wish it'd be less fat and mix it with some leaner meat. Price wise I wish it was cheaper because standard tacos are less than $1.50 but this one is $1.60 each. read more

El Trigo - 2 lengua and 1 el pastor - Mexican Near Me - Riverside, California

Omg So delicious and a beautiful family owned business with some history. Loved the menudo tacos rice and beans. Chips and salsa. Bomb. Cheeseburger for kids. So good. My 4 year old daughter said it was the best !!! Lol and she's picky! read more

This place never disappoints! Quick friendly service every time. Our usual is 3 enchilada plate/ comes with rice and beans. read more

El Trigo - Enchilada plate is bombbomb! - Mexican Near Me - Riverside, California

Fui un miércoles pedimos caldo de res y unos tacos y la carne no tenia buen sabor , la carne del caldo estaba ya vieja se notaba en el color y en la textura y no tenia en general buen sabor el caldo Posiblemente haya comida mejor pero lo que comimos estaba malo. El servicio estuvo bien, las chicas son muy amables:) read more

Ohhh my gosh I came here because the reviews of the caldo de pollo were great. They did not disappoint. I got the caldo de pollo and it's super good. I did my order over the phone and the women who took my order was super nice I've been telling my friends about this place. My food also came with homemade corn tortillas. They made the soup more flavorful. Also use all the fixings because it makes the soup more flavorful then it already is. Can't wait to come here often for there other food! Highly recommend to get it to go if you want to enjoy at the comfort of your home read more

Just walked 2 miles to get here based on their hours. No big deal. Walked in the door, and I was told it's closed. I've heard great reviews, wish a could add to it in a positive note. read more

El Trigo - Apparently their closed. Grill has been cleaned. - Mexican Near Me - Riverside, California

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All around, it was a great carne asada taco & bean/cheese burrito. The homemade tortilla was the star of the show The dark red salsa had a NICE dry chili taste Great homemade beans; loved how there was a 50/50 ratio of the white cheese & beans in the burrito. Lots of meat in the tacos The meat was finely chopped, not over-cooked & no fat gristle pieces. read more

The service is always great here. Friendly and fast. The pozole is on another level. Hooked! read more

El Trigo - Pozole - Mexican Near Me - Riverside, California

1 STAR FOR SANITARY REASONS. I DID NOT GET A CHANCE TO TASTE THE FOOD. My husband and I ordered food tonight. With so many great reviews we were excited to see what the hype was. Before entering, we saw that they had a B-Grade, not an A-grade as it states on Yelp. I was a little concerned but figured I'd still give it a chance. The woman taking the orders was very nice and attentive. She answered the questions I had about the menu in more detail than expected. After ordering, I noticed that the cook reached under his mask and scratched an itch on his way to get the dough for the handmade tortillas. I hoped he was on his way to wash his hands after that but he headed straight for the grill. At this point the cashier had moved to the kitchen and started cutting the veggies without washing her hands. When a person would come in or call, she would come back to the register, help them with their order, and go back to what she was doing without washing her hands. She got the meat from the fridge and put it on the grill with her dirty hands and proceeded to flipping our tortillas without washing her hands as well. I cannot speak for the flavor of their food, but their sanitation is horrendous. No matter how good the food is, it is not worth my health. read more

I love El Trigo. Been going here over 30 years. The staff is so nice and very accommodating to your requests.

I came on a Saturday evening , it was pretty empty but I was intrigued by the reviews lol . I tried their orchard water and it was nasty no flavor it tasted like watered down mostly water . Anyways the lady was nice about it and gave me a different drink . I order the burrito , shrimp cocktail and fish taco . The asada was good but wayyy to chewy and too many pieces of grease . The fish taco was not bad but I could have made that at home nothing special there . The shrimp cocktail was also not good at all . The area that the restaurant is at is not a good area ether . I will def not go again I'm not sure how they have so many good reviews they might even be fake . Anyways I would go somewhere else if I was you . read more

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I came here with my family the other day for lunch. First of all, the staff is so friendly! The service was great and our server was very nice and got us everything we needed. The prices were very reasonable, but I found the food to just be okay. I tasted the green sauce cheese enchiladas, crispy beef tacos, and a soft beef taco. The enchilada sauce was much spicier than I expected. The meat was quite salty. So overall, friendly staff, reasonable prices, but the food for me was just okay. read more

El Trigo - Green sauce enchiladas - Mexican Near Me - Riverside, California

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I used to go to this restaurant very frequently, my daughter and I used love the tacos de chicharrón. We had to get a break because we once got food poisoning but today we decided to give it a try, very disappointed first they were just taking orders to go I believe they were getting ready to close we said not problem we take it to go. But our chicharrón was smelling like fish and tasting like fish we weren't able to eat them was disgusting and there was no way to go back because was already closed. read more

Good food here. I have to mention the Pastor Nachos since it doesn't seem to be on the radar when you look through the pictures or listed as a popular dish. The chips they use are home made here and they actually use queso(nacho cheese). Most places use shredded cheese which isn't as good. They come loaded and the pastor has great flavor with it. I also tried the rancho and carnitas tacos, which I didn't eat until hours later. I warmed them in the microwave and they were still good. But like I said, if you're in the mood for some good nachos, try it here! read more

El Trigo - Really good pastor nachos! They use Nacho cheese, how it should be! - Mexican Near Me - Riverside, California

My favorite hidden gem!! The food is always fresh and authentic. Service is friendly and quick, feels like you're eating at your mommas house! read more

What can I say but this place is amazing ! We ate here pre pandemic and I must have been crazy not to review it then! Food is on point ! Everything is well seasoned ( carne asada was a tiny bit over salted ) but still amazing! The service is great for take out! We've eaten there once a week for 3 weeks in a row now and it's been excellent every time ! Never missing any food items ordered like so many other take out orders we've had ! Love love love it ! read more

El Trigo - Having a beer while waiting for our food! - Mexican Near Me - Riverside, California

This place is always on point point point. I had the Menudo, two sopes, one de pollo and one de carnitas. Two tacos de pastor, everything was dels dels dels!!! read more

El Trigo - Mexican Near Me - Riverside, California

You are greeted and treated with such kindness! They are so welcoming and eager to please! The food absolutely amazing and we will definitely be back!! read more

Depends on who you talk to. I would have given it a 2 star rating because I am still looking for something I could love here. But Mr. B felt it was 5 star all the way. So I have to compromise for now. You will find El Trigo nestled in a modest neighborhood away from major streets. It is definitely a hole in the wall, easy to pass by and never know it exists. It must survive on reputation of the locals, the hard working classes with modest budgets. First came the super thin chips and salsa. The chips were magnificent. The salsa, very gringo (like I should be the one to complain. Actually, I was looking for something a bit more spicy.) Lengua Ranchero and Lengua Verde - This is the dish that Mr. B swears by. He has had lengua twice...and it was great each time. He is adamant that having it simmered in the sauce makes the difference. The Puerco de Chile Verde burrito was ok, but I am so spoiled by outstanding, savory chile verde now, I would look past this in the future. Eduardo's in Corona, Casa Diaz in Mira Loma, Rodeo Cafe in Norco, now *that's* what we're talking about. My Al Pastor hand taco was quite disappointing. Again, I'm spoiled by far grander recipes, both in Mexico and in my home town. Sanchez Taco in Corona, Casa Diaz in Mira Loma are far better around this neighborhood. The Chile Relleno was also a major let down. It should have an abundance of good, melty cheese inside. Frankly, this one was put on a diet. Nothing to return for. And the beans, meh. Good prices, but for me, lackluster flavors. read more

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You can tell a lot about a Mexican place by the salsa. There are very few places with good salsa and bad food, and there are no places with bad salsa and good food. So when I tried the salsa, I knew I had a really good chance of getting really good food. I ordered 4 a'la carte tacos, cabeza, lengua, pollo and asada ranchero style. All were really good. I was a little concerned about the asada being dry (I have an issue), but it wasn't. They brought house made chips and salsa when I sat down, I had a bottle of Coke with the meal, and the whole things was a bit over $8. Cheap! It isn't like I am in the area often, but if I find myself in need of a little authentic Mexican food when I am in around, then I will be back. read more

El Trigo - 4 tacos (1 ranchero style), all really good. Pollo, lengua, cabeza and carne. - Mexican Near Me - Riverside, California

Stopped in on a road trip, excellent food! We had carne asada and pollo tacos. Fresh lemons for our waters. We'll come back if we're ever in the area again! read more

I tried this place cause a follower said she liked this place. It's ok. I'd refer them to Ricos Tacos de Jalisco in Colton. Parking shouldn't be a problem. Not the best of areas. Staff are friendly, polite, Spanish speaking and they make a decent salsa. read more

El Trigo - Mexican Near Me - Riverside, California

Chicken enchiladas were amazing ! Young waitress was very nice and gave very good recommendations . Nice environment , and great tasting food . read more

Good portions and great taste. Employees are very humble and helpful. Definitely recommend this place. read more

El Trigo - Cabeza wet burrito - Mexican Near Me - Riverside, California

I'm sorry. I really wanted to like this place. The two stars are for the cleanliness and customer service. The food was a thumbs down. The meat was so incredibly salty. And the rice water so was so tremendously sweet. Needless to say, I got a headache and was dehydrated by the end of my meal. Went in with high hopes due to the reviews, left utterly disappointed. read more

Great food, modest prices, friendly service in a humble setting... feels like home. It's my go-to restaurant in R'side

Great service and food was great a true mom and pop shop. Mom dad and grandma was there

Amazing food!!! Local authentic Mexican flavor! We had the tacos and burritos which were delicious. Can't wait to go back!!

Small hole in the wall- but delicious authentic food. Feels like at home. The huarache was so bomb and the chips are warm and fresh

Great service and even better food. The tacos were good and the menudo was amazing. I will definitely be back. 5 stars no questions.

I can't think of a better way to start off the week than by having chest day at the gym and a wet asada burrito with green sauce. My coworkers thought I was a little crazy to visit this establishment because it looks like a hole-in-the-wall type of place, but I didn't have any doubts. I phoned in my order beforehand and my food was done by the promised time of 10 minutes, so I was very happy to go in and out of the restaurant during my lunch break. I've had a lot of asada burritos before, and I liked that the burrito I had here was packed full of an even proportion of ingredients (they didn't skimp out on the meat either). I've had plenty of wet burritos that were EXTREMELY soggy or salty but the one I received was sauced to a perfect level. I could taste the flavor of the meat and the ingredients seemed fresh to my liking. I would gladly use half of my lunch time to drop by this establishment again in the future. read more

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Well, I would have taken a picture but I swallowed up everything so quick it was DELICIOUS..... the lady who helped us was really nice and had excellent customer service. They make their tortillas for the tacos by hand! I have carnitas and birria. Everything was so tasty!! I'll definitely be back! read more

El Trigo is about as authentic and local of a taco shop as you can find anywhere, and two slightly questionable encounters with their meats were the only thing that kept me from throwing out five stars. Star 1: How were the service and atmosphere? El Trigo is certainly nothing fancy, but the fact that they were packed on a Sunday afternoon was enough to tell me that this is the go to local taco shop in Riverside. I'll confess that our four tacos took a solid twenty minutes to come out which was surprising, but all was forgiven when they proved progressive enough to accept American Express. Star. Star 2: How were the portions relative to the cost? Your standard street tacos at El Trigo will run you $1.60, and they have a whole swath of premium options that tier up to $2.00 per taco. Any way you cut it those are reasonable prices coming from a brick and mortar shop. Star. Stars 3 and 4: How was the food? After one carne asada taco and an absolutely marvelous chorizo taco combined with some brilliant housemade salsa in fresh tortillas I was entirely ready to throw five stars at El Trigo. I spoke a bit too soon however, and both my pastor taco and my girlfriends asada taco had hard or grissly pieces of meat in the mix that were essentially inedible. Single Star. Star 5: Would you eat here every day if you could? I can forgive a meat malfunction and say confidently that I'd frequent El Trigo if I were in Riverside. Star. read more

El Trigo - Tacos: $1.60 each - Mexican Near Me - Riverside, California

Staff was amazing Food is delicious Love getting the albondiga soup El Trigo is the place to go read more

Authentic Mexican food made with fresh ingredients and fried in fresh oil always. The salsa is so so good and the chips are always fresh. Everyone that works there is friendly and customer service is never lacking, even when they're busy. I just love it when I'm in Riverside. It's my go to after many years it's still my favorite! read more

One of my good spots to go to but today smh they messed up la agua fresca,.pure disgusting. La agua de tamarindo was rotten & tasted straight fermented smh it has me puking my guts out rn...who ever gave me that agua, I hope you have explosive diarrhea while stuck in traffic...with frequent sneezes. read more

Delicious delicious delicious!! We ordered birria taco with consume and burrito. Place is hole in the wall but they make their own tortillas. They also use regular oil and not lard. read more

Craving authentic Mexican food from your abuelitas kitchen? Stop by Trigo. I was craving some home cooked Mexican food without spending time in the kitchen and found this restaurant on yelp. This place is nestled within a residential community and had apparently been open for 30 years. I ordered 2 tacos rancheros (carne asada, frijoles de la olla, and nopales), 1 carnitas taco, and a bean a cheese burrito. All three were delicious, made with homemade tortillas, and most importantly inexpensive. I really enjoyed this little nook within the community. read more

El Trigo - Mexican Near Me - Riverside, California