Another hole-the-wall Mexican restaurant that needs a well-deserve recognition. The inside is clean & not stuffy like other small diners. In fact, their air-conditioning was a reprieve from a hot day when we walked in. Alex greeted us with his friendly smile & very attentive to us even giving us some extra beans & radish to go. The various meat in the tacos were fresh & tender seasoned well, not overly salty & not spicy for the taste of a non-Mexican consumer. I would recommend people to try this place as it is one of a few family-owned establishments that really worth trying. read more

Came here for the first time since I was craving all sorts of tacos and etc. they had everything you can think of and not so pricey which was caught my eye. The food though was super catchy I had to try at least 3-4 things. They were all pretty good and they had great customer service as soon as you walk in which was nice coming from a long day of work. Definitely recommend read more

What a find! Unassuming spot in a shopping center in Covina with delicious Mexican food and the friendliest, most helpful and attentive service ever. We had the taquitos de papas and the surf and turf fries, both "with everything." Portions are generous. The fries were crispy, covered with a mix of really good (not canned-tasting) nacho cheese and a spicy avocado salsa, plus a very flavorful and moist carne asada and plump, juicy, tasty shrimp. Delicious! And the taquitos de papas were crispy and filled with seasoned mashed potatoes and topped with lettuce, crema, tomatoes, jalapeños, and more. The interior was unremarkable and kinda sterile but sparkling clean and the vibe was friendly and relaxed: everyone there was enjoying themselves and the food. Also, the a/c was not fantastic, so if you like a cooler spot when you're eating you might want to get the food to go (but get! the! food!). As we were leaving, I got a lime and cucumber aqua fresca for the road and was so glad I did. Really wish we lived closer and could go back more often! Highly recommend! read more

Wanted to eat something that was quick and in our hometown checked on TikTok, found this place culture and ambiance everywhere from the different flags to variety of food. Service was excellent from start to finish. read more

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My BF brought home some goodies from Fuego's after playing golf and I ain't mad about it. He ordered their asada, fish, and shrimp taco especial. OMG! Each were delicious!! So much flavor. He even bought their fresh chicharron and we used it to scoop up the left over meat that had fallen off our tacos and it was FIRE! We finished the meal with their churro bites! It was better than a lot of other places. I seriously can't wait to try more of their items. Definitely put them on your list of places to eat next! read more

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This place is bomb!!! The quality of the food and the delightful and friendly service sets this place apart from other taco places. I had a birria taco and a carne asada street taco, both were delicious. The birria was tasty and the meat was so tender, not to mention the perfect crunch. The carne asada in the street taco was fresh and perfectly cooked. I had the agua de pepino which was also exceptional: not too sweet and with the perfect balance of flavors. Lastly, Jazmine was so sweet and attentive. I highly recommend this place. read more

Food was decent. We ordered the surf and turf burrito and the surf and turf fries. The burrito lacked flavor. No fuss place. Small and quaint. Cashier was friendly. It's not a five star place for me. It's a normal local taco spot with decent pricing. I will not return. read more

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I finally decided to try this restaurant after seeing the reviews. The restaurant is small but, clean and the cashier was really friendly. I ordered the Birria plate which comes with beans, rice, 3 corn tortillas, onion and cilantro plus the consome. My son ordered 2 Birria tacos with a side of consome. The beef was tender and had great flavor. The portion is also generous and the beans and rice were also delicious. Their Agua frescas were perfect and refreshing. I absolutely recommend you check them out. read more

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Service was excellent, food was delicious and food came out right away. Definitely recommend.

Fuego Cravings officially has my favorite queso birrias! The food here is just amazing. Every single bite is packed with so much flavor, and they do not skimp on the meat or the cheese. Do yourself a favor and get an order (or two)--you won't regret it! read more

Skip the tacos, they need more meat. The loaded nachos were the better choice, and the chile relleno burrito was good. The spot was way too hot inside, so I'd recommend ordering ahead and taking it to go. We did self-order, which some people may not mind, but it does change the dining experience. Staff is friendly. read more

Tucked away behind a modest storefront, this family-run gem pulses with life--bold red and black interiors, laughter rising above the hum of the kitchen, and the kind of service that feels more like a welcome home than a transaction. By the way, this place is located in a large plaza shopping center. Rene, the charismatic staff member who greeted me, guided me toward the Surf and Turf Fries--"one of our most popular dishes," he promised. I took the bait, and I'm glad I did. What arrived was a feast of contrasts and comfort: perfectly crisp fries buried beneath tender, char-grilled asada and crowned with plump, garlic-kissed shrimp. A verdant drizzle of creamy green salsa and a generous layer of melted cheese tied it all together into a bold, unapologetic bite of coastal street food indulgence. To wash it down? A large cup of Jamaica, refreshingly tart and vibrant, cutting through the richness like a breeze on a summer day. This is the kind of place you come back to--not just for the food, but for the soul it serves. Next visit, I have my sights set on the birria. If the fries are any indication, I'm in for something special. read more

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Been here multiple times now. Does not disappoint. We've gotten different items on the menu and are always happy. Even the kiddos like it. Service is quick and friendly. We usually do takeout so not sure how it is when you dine in but definitely good food! read more

Have been coming here for 1-2 years and usually always get the fuego fries with birria & a birria burrito ! Wasn't able to write a review yet because every time we go we pig out because it's so good! Fuego fries come with cheese and jalepeños, and your side of meat. 10/10 hits the spot for something snackish but also fills you up! read more

Fuego Cravings - Fuego Fries with birria - Mexican Near Me - Covina, California

3 stars because the food was.... :( . but they have the best cashier / hostess = Milady :D she was super great and nice and patient! Thank you!!! I feel bad abt writing this because Milady was suuuupeer great but unfortunately I usually write about the food so I can rememeber the places we'll go back to or not.. so here it is... We ordered: 1. Street taco plate (pick 3 meats) which consists of: A. Rice = undercooked and overcooked at the same time. Some were hard and some were super soft... tasted good but cook was inconsistent B. Beans = hubby liked it. Balanced taste and cooked well C. Chips = crunchy and fresh. Seasoned inconsistently but still good D. Chicken tacos = i liked it. Nothing extraordinary. Seasoned okay with hint of lemon, cooked evenly throughout. E. Al pastor = cooked evenly but lacked the usual pineapple taste / sweet taste. Decent. F. Asada = bland and tough. You'll see in the pic how it's pale looking.. 2. Shrimp tacos = hubby didn't like it.. I liked it coz it was salty and the sauce made it a bit sweet then fresh coz of cabbage. It was decent. 3. Birria in tostada = hubby was disappointed coz he said that birria is usually a bit red/orange and never bland.. the birria was pale and bland like boiled meat... I've read a bunch of reviews abt how great this place is, so hopefully today was just an off day.. but again, thank you Milady, ure so awesome! read more

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We randomly ended up at Fuegos Mexican Restaurant after a local baseball game, and it turned out to be a great find. The food was fresh, flavorful, and hit the spot after a long day at the field. Everything we ordered came out quickly and tasted amazing. It's one of those places you don't plan on going to, but end up being really glad you did. Definitely coming back! read more

The breakfast burrito is worth every penny. This is the part where I talk about the ingredients and stuff to fill up the 85 characters they're requiring, but all you need to know as it is a bomb ass breakfast burrito. read more

Fuego Cravings - Breakfast burrito - Mexican Near Me - Covina, California

I just found this place and I'm glad I did. The quesabirria tacos at Fuego Cravings Covina were really good -- crispy on the outside, cheesy, and packed with flavorful meat. They tasted fresh, had a great balance of texture and flavor, and the salsa on the side added a perfect kick. Definitely a solid spot worth coming back to if you're craving good quesabirria tacos read more

Fuego Cravings - Mexican Near Me - Covina, California

I was looking for a breakfast place in Covina and checked Yelp, decided to give them a try. My son and I came in on a Saturday around 11am. There was only one table taken, very clean and you can either order on a tablet or at the counter. The lady who took out order was friendly and explained her most popular items. We choose the birria quesadilla with a small consomé, chilaquiles verdes con huevo, agua de horchata and an agua mitad de pepino y mitad piña as as she recommended. The service was fast, food taste fresh. The chilaquiles were too soggy for my liking. I prefer crunchy tortilla chips, the salsa was ok- not spicy and the egg wasn't scrambled as I asked for. Rice and beans were good. The birria quesadillas was decent, nothing out of this world. The horchata was not good, it tasted powdery - it kind of tasted like a gelatina. The agua de pepino mix was good. Refreshing and not too sweet. I don't think I would be coming back here. I wasn't very impressed. read more

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I was looking for a place to meet up with my friend that was visiting her brother in Covina and saw that Fuego was pretty close to her. First thing that caught my eye when I walked in was the aguas frescas. You order at the counter and they bring the food to your table. I ordered quesa birria tacos, my daughter ordered birria ramen and my friend ordered a mulita de birria. The birria was so good, it had so much flavor. I got an agua de horchata and the size of the mason jar was pretty big. The guy at the counter was super friendly and kept asking if we were doing ok. The place has a few tables and they had the tv on playing a movie. I will be back to try the rest of the food on the menu. Hidden gem for sure. read more

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Fuego!!! I love the surf and turf tacos. I also tried the quesabirria, birria taco, fish taco, surf and turf burrito, and Covina burrito. They were alright. My whole party agreed that the surf and turf tacos are the best. We are honestly not really birria fans but it seems that a lot of people like it and it's clearly popular here. Service was great. I got a few cups of water and borrowed a bottle of salsa. The place is nice and clean. The complex is not busy and the restaurant was not crowded, although I came around 8:00 PM on a Thursday and around 2:00 PM on a Friday so that may be different on a Friday or Saturday around 7 PM. My critiques would be: the "sour cream sauce" and "guacamole sauce" are a bit watery, and the Covina burrito had too much rice and beans. But the surf and turf tacos make up for that. I'd come back just for the surf and turf tacos. The prices and portions are good for me, especially compared to where I'm from - the San Francisco bay area. read more

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I've been seeing this place on DoorDash and had it bookmarked for a while. I finally decided to give it a shot, but I don't understand the raving reviews? We ordered 2 green chilaquiles bowls (one w/ asada and the other w/ pastor) and the surf & turf fries - to go. The chilaquiles were soggy and flavorless. The description for the surf & turf fries stated that they were "crispy" and "seasoned." However, they fries were plain, soft and bland; no crisp whatsoever. Overall, after spending $45, we were super disappointed. read more

Fuego Cravings - Surf and Turf Fries: These fries were supposed to be "seasoned." Looks nothing like the photos. - Mexican Near Me - Covina, California

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i eat birria like once a year because i crave so much and then become sooo full of it lol usually always order the birria taco with cheese but why not go big! with the birria pizza -- comes with 2 consume and packed with flavor. honestly rly good proportions of protein and cheese and the soup always yommy i can drink on its own ~ also the staff here is very friendly and helpful :-) read more

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They DO NOT give you what you order. It says on their menu for DoorDash that it's 2 quesabirrias per order but they only send you 1. This is the second time that this happens so it means that Fuego Cravings is constantly scamming people. read more

Tried the quesadilla birra and carne asada, and I've tried the tostada. Food was very good and service was on point

We were craving some birria and found this place with great reviews. We came in at around 5-6PM on a weekend on found it pretty empty, but was kindly introduced and told how to order with the wait staff. We got a total of 9 birria tacos with some consome along with a horchata drink to wash it all down. I personally mainly enjoyed the horchata, it was nicely sweetened without being overly powering and was a pleasure the drinks. The birria tacos to me were a bit dry (making the consome a must buy if you are ganna try these), and felt a bit smaller than I would expect for 5$ a taco, but otherwise they were a decent snack. Definitely loved the consome tho so would be interested in trying their other options like their ramen. Otherwise, was a nice small homey feel with decent food. read more

Fuego Cravings - Mexican Near Me - Covina, California

Went to school around the area for 5 YEARS and can't believe I just found this spot the other day. Solid birria and street tacos with great flavor (Always get these with the consume and you'll never be disappointed). Tried birria ramen for the first time here as well. It was about what I expected flavor wise after having the tacos, I would just recommend eating it sooner than later so the noodles don't get too soft. Service was quick and the kid working behind the counter gave us some great recommendations. read more

My mom and I visited for the first time a couple of days ago, and unfortunately, we left a bit disappointed We had asked about the quesa-birria tacos and their size, and were told they were larger than the regular tacos. Based on that, my mom ordered two. I was even surprised because usually quesa-birrias are huge! I ordered the birria loaded fries. When the food arrived, we were really shocked at how small the tacos were -- they looked more like regular-size tacos, not larger. The fries also looked great but tasted a bit bland despite all the toppings; it felt like something was missing in flavor. We came in really excited and wanting to love the food, but sadly it just didn't live up to our expectations this time. read more

Fuego Cravings - Birria Fries - Mexican Near Me - Covina, California

I was pleasantly surprised how flavorful the birria quesadilla tasted. It did not disappoint with the traditional flavor of juicy birria and they use extra cheese. Third street tacos are very good. The meat is savory and the tortillas do taste homemade, on the thick side. read more

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Definitely worth every penny. The chilaquiles and torta de milanesa are enough for 2 people to share my mother & I shared both dishes. The fresh water of strawberry horchata is delicious as well. I will admit the chilaquiles are a little spicy but super good. The customer service was great. Small & Cozy. Normally people when doing a review post the picture of the food when they bing it to the table however I did the opposite so that it shows truly that my review was honest read more

Fuego Cravings - Mexican Near Me - Covina, California

As ya'll know, I don't purposely write reviews simply to tarnish the reputation of a restaurant, and have always been transparent (even with restaurants that offer incentives for good reviews). I placed an online order, paid for, and went to pick up my meal around 7:20ish P.M. When I went to pick up my meal, there was a family in the corner and empty elsewhere. A young, tall, on the thicker end for a boy, approached me and say softly, "Can I help you?" I wasn't sure he was referring to me since he was clearly a teenage boy, with no name tags, no apron, nothing. The following interaction: Me: I'm sorry? Teenager: Can I help you? Me: You work here with a perplexed look on my face? Teenager: Yeah. Me: Pick up for David L. Teenager: Can I see an order number? Me: I don't have an order number. I just told you pick up for David L. Teenager: *throws the 'I don't know hands emoji' and said he couldn't give me my food without an order number. Your phone? Me: *Starting to get annoyed and frustrated* Dead. So, you're telling me I can't pick up the order I already paid for online, even after I gave you my name to pick it up, and I know exactly what I ordered: 2 quesabirrias, consume, and an agua fresca. Teenager: *He begins to give me the only order there for pick up and makes a backhanded comment* Next time, have your order number. Me: *I start cussing him out which is my fault for not being as tolerant as I normally am.* The manager comes out, or at least the woman in charge, but instead of listening to my complaint, she immediately defended her employee instead. I'm still frustrated at this point so I add cussing words to my statements and so I explained essentially "your employee told me I'm shit out of luck" *while doing the I don't know or not my problem pose/emoji.* The manager then said, "No, he didn't say 'shit'" and essentially directed the blame at me. I told her that she has cameras, to review it. And the manager said that she watching. So, you're telling me, you were at every second, watching your security footage during our entire interaction and knew enough to come out and say your teenage employee didn't? She then says that it is CA law for an establishment to confirm the order number for a pick-up. Having to be in the legal field myself, I researched. There is no CA law requiring a restaurant to confirm your pickup order. However, some restaurants have policies that require you to confirm the order before they hand it to you to prevent theft, especially with third-party delivery services. Regardless, had she listened to me, she would have known that I confirmed my order already with the teenager but she kept bitchin' back. I was irate at this point from the whole ordeal and being "hangry", gave the food back, and asked for a refund. We both continued exchanging a mouthful while she provided me a refund. Interesting that she didn't need to confirm my order number for my refund. She knew exactly who I was or what I ordered. I didn't even give her my name. Interesting indeed. Once she confirmed my refund, I left. It was embarrassing quite honestly and I acknowledge I could have been a tad more patient but they were being completely unreasonable. Horrible ambiance. Horrible customer service. Never going back to this establishment again, nor recommending it, and I'm sure they probably 86'd me as well. read more

Every Mexican spot I've been to in SoCal hasn't been special or stuck out to me. That being said, this is the best Mexican spot ever! The food was so amazing and fresh, you can tell the tortillas were made de mano. Every bite was packed wit The order we called in was so fast too, so service is great! We'll have to sit inside sometime to check out the place fully but we will definitely be coming back again. read more

Fuego Cravings - Quesabirria - Mexican Near Me - Covina, California

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We wanted to like this place, but we were heavily disappointed with the food. Walking in, there weren't too many people, so there were many tables available for seating. There's a kiosk where you can self-order and there's a cashier upfront as well. The cashier was actually really nice. She was accommodating and really helpful. We ordered a Fuego taco, street taco, birria taco, and the quesabirria taco. Of all the tacos we had, I would say the quesabirria was the best tasting one, but the meat was also very bland. Even with the salsa on the side, it wasnt really flavorful at all. The cheese with it was pretty nice though. The fuego taco was the most unappetizing one for me. The taco shell tasted really stale, which it was a lot harder than we imagined too. The Hot Cheetos on top didn't really elevate it either. The meat was also bland. Overall, service was good but the food was really a miss for us. We definitely had better and cheaper tacos from just a taco truck. read more

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We were craving quesabirria tacos and turned to yelp for suggestions. Came across Fuego Cravings and decided to try it out. We placed an online order and got text confirmations about our order. Although they forgot my extra consomé I purchased I can forgive them because the food was bomb! Flavorful quesabirria tacos and comsomé. I will definitely be going back. I didn't even get a chance to take a photo because I started eating right away. read more

I've been coming to Fuegos Tacos for over a year and usually have great experiences. Today was different. I asked for no onions, but all three of my queso birria tacos had onions when I got home. It was frustrating and disappointing. I might give them another try later, but for now they're on a timeout. read more

Fuego Cravings - Mexican Near Me - Covina, California

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Fuego cravings is a gem! Went here after playing pickleball at hollenbeck park. There is plenty of parking in the plaza. Menu is full of classics and unique dishes. Definitely worth trying! read more

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Been enjoying their happy hour for a breakfast burrito, as well as their cucumber and lime agua fresca. It's really good service as well. Oh I also tried all the other agua frescas and drinks. They're really good. Definitely try them out. read more

Fuego Cravings - Agua fresca, cucumber and lime - Mexican Near Me - Covina, California

I had no idea this restaurant existed. If I did, I would've come here at least twice a week. This is easily one of the best Mexican places I've been to in a while. So homey, clean and welcoming. It's in a strip mall, so parking is plentiful and easy. It's the restaurant beside the laundromat. This place specializes in birria. So we got their birria pizza and nachos with birria meat. You order everything either from a cashier at the counter or through a kiosk nearby. It's very high tech. The nachos came out within 5 minutes. It tasted fresh and home-made. My son and husband just attacked it with gusto and barely left me any. The tortilla chips were light and didn't taste greasy. The birria meat was melt-in-your-mouth delicious. This was the best dish of nachos I've ever had. That's saying something! The birria pizza was so flavorful...it isn't made with pizza dough but with crunchy tortillas that were generously packed with the meat and cheese. I was surprised by the structural integrity - it didn't fall apart even after I dipped it into their consommé (which tasted like a liquid dream) multiple times. I couldn't stop eating because I enjoyed the mouthfeel so much. The owner, Francisco, was kind enough to allow us to sample their churros which were made in-house. They were the most righteous proportions of crunchy and soft. And dipped into their dulce de leche (which is not cloyingly sweet but surprisingly balanced and complemented the churros so well) - we knew we were addicted. All in all, this was such a serendipitous find. We're so lucky we stumbled upon this gem. This must not be gatekept! Go to Fuego Cravings and thank me later! read more

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Price to expensive for quality of food we ask for birria tacos and the consomé wasn't that great, the taste was not good

First time eating here definitely going back. Had the covina burrito the surf and turf taco and the taquitos loco . read more

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