We were shopping nearby in Berkeley and needed a place to eat lunch. We found Mercado 925 based on…read morethe good reviews on Yelp. The food was consistent with what other Yelpers reported. We give it five stars. What we liked about Mercado 925 was that they had dishes that were different. It was more than just the standard Mexican food you find at other restaurants. We tried the Pipian Tacos ($19) which had a brown mole sauce with peppers. We couldn't decide between this one and the Mole Poblano Tacos ($19) which also had a mole based sauce. Our server was great. After we finished, he brought out a sample of the Mole Poblano sauce for us to try out. They were both good. They had three salad selections the day we were there. We tried the La Remolacha ($16), which had roasted beets and mango. It was a good salad. We also had the Quesabirria Red Tacos ($19). They were not bad. There are other places around that have really good quesabirria for a lot less money. If we were on a quest for quesabirria, we would go to one of those places instead. Our visit was on a Saturday around 2pm. The restaurant was not crowded at that time and we seated quickly. Service was good. There was street parking, not a dedicated lot. The food was good, but we will probably try some other places nearby before eating here again. Pricing was a little high for what you get.

Had a great breakfast at Mercado 925 and everything we tried was packed with flavor. We ordered a…read morevariety of dishes, including enchiladas with green sauce, chicken dishes, beans, rice, and some delicious drinks. Everything was beautifully presented, especially with the traditional handmade-style plates. The portions were generous, the food was flavorful, and I loved all the fresh toppings like queso fresco, avocado, cilantro, and pickled onions. The drinks were also a nice addition to the meal! Service was fast and waiter was attentive and answered all our questions!

this place is phenomenal. funny enough i went to uc berkeley and i had no idea that such an…read moreincredible mexican restaurant was in berkeley. at this place my sister and i went. she got the chilaquiles and i got the chicken enchiladas. both dishes were phenomenal. the chilaquiles were crispy and flavorful and they really hit the spot for delicious brunch. the enchiladas were crispy with plenty of salsa. the salsa's tart and it's salty but it's not too tart or salty. it's very well balanced. i also enjoyed this additional salsa that they had available. it's like a red salsa and inside it's a gorgeous restaurant. there's also just a bunch of pastries that you can get if you want. my sister and i opted for coffee to enjoy with our brunch and the food is not necessarily cheap. however i think for the experience of sitting in such a beautiful cafe and having really delicious food, it is worth going out once in a while to la mission. service was awesome, staff was really friendly. the ambience was really really gorgeous for brunch. lots of families sitting around and enjoying delicious mexican food under the berkeley sun.

La Mission is a pleasant spot for a casual Mexican meal, with an outdoor courtyard that has a nice…read morewoodsy feel, with plants and climbing vines covering the wooden structures. The drinks were the highlight. The freshly made pineapple-mint agua fresca was refreshing and flavorful, and the sangrias and spicy micheladas were also very good. Abuelita was ok We tried the tacos, burritos, and chile relleno. Good, familiar Mexican fare. Overall, a nice place to sit outdoors, enjoy a drink, and have a casual meal. The setting and drinks are the reasons I'd consider returning, rather than the food itself.

My husband is a big foodie, so whenever we're in Berkeley, we always look for a place to stop and…read moreenjoy something delicious. This time, I stopped in to pick up some pan dulce, and I had such a wonderful experience. As soon as I walked in, I was warmly greeted by the cashier. I don't remember her name, but she told me she was from Nicaragua. Her kindness, friendliness, and genuine smile immediately made me feel welcome. It may seem like a small gesture, but great customer service makes such a big difference. We all get so busy and distracted these days that sometimes we forget how meaningful a warm greeting can be. She truly brightened my day, and I wanted to take a moment to thank her for making me feel so welcome. The pan dulce was delicious, and the outstanding customer service made the experience even better. I'll definitely be back!

On 9/22/2026, my wife and I, went to "Casa Latina" and had a great experience. This place has been…read morearound for a long time and the food is amazing. They have great deserts and great service. The space is nice with lots of seating. If you're looking for great Mexican food you have to try this spot. All in all, I gave them five stars

I've had burritos from here before and never thought they were anything special. This time, though,…read moreI got tacos. Very good decision! I got 2 pastor tacos and 1 carne asada. Both were excellent and paired very well with their salsa. Carne asada was cooked and cut perfectly, and tasted much better than when I had it in burritos in the past. Al pastor is very authentic and tastes better than most you can find in the area. Generous amount of onions (and some pineapple for the pastor). I really really enjoyed this, and I'm happy to have this option here in my neighborhood. Only negative is that their tortillas seem to collapse under the general sauciness. I usually prefer to have my salsa on the side, so maybe that's on me. Came out to about $15 for the three tacos which is pretty pricey. However, you do get some chips and salsa for free, and the quality of the food is pretty high. I'm reasonably happy to pay this price to support a nice establishment in my community. The place is clean and recently renovated, with a fairly friendly staff willing to accommodate customizations and requests. I will probably start coming here a lot more regularly after this most recent visit!

I REALLY wanted to like this place, but there's no flavor in anything we ate or drank. We ordered 2…read moredifferent burritos, chips & salsa, horchata, and agua fresca pina. I ate just enough so that I wasn't starving and left the rest. The other thing is that we waited 1 hour for 2 burritos. While there are 7-8 tables of people, I don't know why it takes 1 hour. They seem to have plenty of staff, but it takes a really long time.

Picante is a large, clean and modern looking Mexican restaurant located in an industrial area in…read moreBerkeley. I came here with a bunch of coworkers and the one visiting from Houston was elated to come here. I'm ashamed that despite being a Cal alum back in the day, I've never heard of this place. The restaurant is huge, with patio and indoor seating. You order and pay first at the counter, which also sports a full bar. Food comes out pretty quick from a hidden kitchen. Overall, very solid lunch for me, so 4 stars. Standouts: 1. I love their nachos - extra thick and very crunchy compared to most places. The chip is sturdy enough to hold all the salsa you want. The salsa also sticks very well - must be surface tension, LOL. 2. Speaking of salsa, the salsa verde with tomatillo is excellent. My coworker joked that he wanted to smuggle a few bottles in his luggage. 3. For drinks, the Horchata is excellent - rice-based drink that's bot overly sweet and has nice aromatic herb aroma. 4. My main entree was the Enchilada Mole Poblano chicken. Huge dish and they really lay on the sauce. Great flavors overall in the mole. Shredded chicken filling a wee bit on the dry side. 5. One cool feature is that they have a separate food stand next to the main restaurant for take-out orders. The prices are actually very reasonable, and I can see how the restaurant has thrived for decades. We were lucky to find street parking but I did some free parking lots a short walk away.

Loved this place! The vibe is fantastic, and the masks and artwork on the walls give it such a…read morebeautiful, authentic feel. We came during off-peak hours, so it was calm and relaxed -- perfect for really taking it all in. The staff were incredible, attentive without being overbearing, and just made the whole experience even better. I tried the super burrito, and while it wasn't the best I've ever had, it was still solid and definitely worth ordering. Highly recommend if you're looking for great atmosphere and great service.

I think this might be my new favorite obsession on Solano…read more Their food is freshly made and absolutely yummy. I have ordered several items on their menu over the last year or so enchiladas are great, crunchy tacos are fantastic. I'm especially in love with their refried beans, they are so good and so flavorful. Staff is always nice and everything is orderly and clean inside.

Our absolute, hands-down favorite Mexican restaurant in the whole bay!…read more My wife and I were raised on home-cooked Mexican food in Los Angeles, so when we moved to the bay area, we tried as many places as we could find (mostly all decent, it's still California after all) but this place tastes like home! They have menudo and pozole, rich and flavorful but not too greasy, high-quality without getting too fancy. Generous portions, fresh tortilla chips, lots of yummy salsas, and plenty of Mexican sodas. Great taco Tuesday prices too! The entire place is covered in tiles and bright colors, the service is great, and they can accommodate custom orders like no dairy or crispy tortillas (if you ask nicely). Can't recommend Talavera's enough and we'll be back soon!

Nice, clean spot. Cool location, friendly staff and great food…read moreIt's all there! Excellent cheese enchiladas, beans, guacamole, sour cream, rice - off the charts as good as it gets! Yikes, my mouth is doing backflips! This is the best Mexican food that I know of currently in the Bay Area. I mean I have a lot of places I like but every time I come here I'm delighted beyond expectations. Great presentation nice flavors. Nice portion off the hook. Next time you're craving Mexican food this where you need to go.

East bay burrito review #68…read more Initial taste - 4/7 Meat - 6/7 Beans - 3/7 Cheese 4/7 Rice - 3/7 Salsa - 4/7 Tortilla - 4/7 Overall - 4/7 Sadly, the burrito is pretty bland across the board. The carne asada had pretty good flavor but that was it. Tortilla was just a steamed. Salsa was just heat with no flavor.

ABSOLUTELY PHENOMENAL!! The Cubano and the Mango Strawberry Agua are the best thing that ever…read morehappened to me and changed my life. I would 10/10 recommend, and would definitely come back for more.

Love this place because of the bright, colorful, and tropical interior! Also their Baja fish taco…read moreis sooo good because the fish is really crispy and flavorful. I also like that the service is really fast! You order first, find a seat, and they'll bring your food to your table pretty quickly

I've driven by here 1000 times and never gave it much consideration...until today. Decided to stop…read moreby and pick up some dinner after Pickle ball and, HOLY MOLY, my (chicken) enchiladas are off-the-charts delicious. The green sauce is tangy and delicious, the black beans are super flavorful, and the overall portion size feels fairly generous. Thinking I'll bring the family back here sometime and try eating in the restaurant. For now, I'm a huge fan!

$17+tax for the Chile Relleno. Exquisite presentation skills. Damn tasty!…read more Absolutely worth the price of entry and got me wishing I discovered this place sooner.

I was staying in downtown Berkeley for work and was looking for a place for a birthday dinner for a…read morefriend. This place came highly recommended and I can see why. It has a unique menu, delicious food, and a trendy ambiance. Because she decided on this place the day of, she couldn't get a reservation but we showed up at 6 pm on a Thursday and had a table for five inside by 6:30. We waited at the bar and had drinks including a spectacular paloma-esque and local beer on tap. I can't have dairy but the chef made modifications on the duck enchiladas rojas. Everything was a flavor bomb in the best way except the duck had bones inside the enchiladas which made me think it was chicken thigh (looked the same). The rest of the guests loved their plates but we found the sizes of the plates odd. For example, the Mexican street corn was a huge plate of about 3 ears of corn but the tamal was just one tamal (for $15!) The service was very attentive despite a busy restaurant. They automatically charge a 20% service fee regardless of size of group. I appreciated that they didn't rush us out but I didn't like that they charged us for the birthday flan.

I give them 5 stars for atmosphere! Super cute place with amazing indoor outdoor seating…read more 5 stars to the bartender and staff! The best thing I had that night was my drink, it was delicious! And pretty. 3 stars for food, they didn't have the duck enchiladas so I went with the pork one they had that day. I wish it was cheesier, it was just ok for me. Guacamole, sauces and chips were good.