Got the birria burrito to go on a lark -- quite possibly the best thing I've eaten in the Reno-Tahoe area in the past few months. Imagine a flavorful stewed beef burrito that you can dip into a rich broth like a French dip sandwich. It's this but 2x tastier than what you imagined. They also have great fajitas (which is my sit down go-to when I feel a touch healthier) or burritos (my grab and go default). read more

Fuentes Restaurant & Cantina - Mexican Near Me - Minden, Nevada

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Took another trip to go out to eat for a lunch date. They were quite busy and from what we could see, only 1 waiter working. So it was a lengthy visit to get our order taken, food, check. Not the waiters' fault by no means. He was actually great!!! Waiter was James R. Since neither of us eats much, we got a 3-combo plate to share. 1 cheese enchilada 1 tostado add ground beef 1 pork tamale. Their tamales are so good. So much meat and so tender. Even with 2 people we still brought home some leftovers lol The red sauce they use is so delicious. Next trip will just be a queso out trip. Fuentes queso is sooo good! read more

I'm really confused about people saying this is the best Mexican restaurant they've ever eaten at. The food is good, but overly processed, and definitely not the best in the area. I live in Carson City, and when my husband and I found this little spot I was happy because they serve breakfast. A lot of Mexican places around here do not. They also have a variety of dishes that have potato and egg in them, and my husband and I are vegetarian and vegan respectively. I really was happy that they had some dishes that we could choose from and modify to fit our dietary needs. Last weekend we drove from Carson to have breakfast on Saturday. We got there at 10:30. They list themselves as being open at 10am. There was a closed sign in the window. We could smell food cooking, and I could actually see movement through the tinted windows. Confused, we decided to wait thinking that maybe they would open seeing people standing there (in the summer heat mind you). While we were waiting, I noticed one of the waitresses that I've seen before quickly drive up around to the side, get out, and run into a back door. I thought, maybe they're running late. Maybe somebody called in sick and they are shortstaffed. I decided to knock on the door to ask when they were going to open, because we had come all that way to have breakfast with some friends who are also vegetarian. We've been telling them how excited we were to find another option for breakfast. No one would open the door for us. I called as well. No answer. We went next-door to Blind Dog, had a coffee, and waited for a bit. We came out after and they were still closed. At this point we just gave up and drove back to Carson City and had breakfast at Squeeze In. It was a really big disappointment. The food here is all right. I enjoy the potato taquitos. They will modify their dishes without dairy to make it vegan friendly. Picture of a couple weeks before when I brought a friend here for lunch and the margaritas we had. Drinks are a bit overpriced but taste good. The ambiance is upbeat. When they are open, the service is friendly and swift. read more

Fuentes Restaurant & Cantina - Margaritas - Mexican Near Me - Minden, Nevada

All around excellent dining experience. Ceviche order was huge. Shrimp and fresh Pico de gallo. Carne asada tacos were outstanding. Chips and salsa great too. Service was top-notch. Very clean restaurant and clean bathroom. Convenient parking right outside the door. read more

Wow we were expecting a really good dinner. Friends recommended this restaurant. First off chips and whatever with salsa. Chips not great and salsa no spice whatsoever. Ordered the steak fajitas on a so so sizzling platter. Had very little flavor and just two flour tortillas where most places have at least three to four. Side plate with runny yuck beans and so so rice a little guacamole and sour cream. Split a grande not so big margarita which was the highlight of the meal. With two other outstanding Mexican restaurants nearby we will never return. Disappointing . Also server said we had to order extra setting for $8 plus to share next time. There will be no next time. read more

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I have traveled the world eating ceviche and this I am sorry to say was in the bottom of my experience. Shrimp was way over cooked . Which in my opinion should NOT be cooked. Ceviche is raw shrimp in lime juice which I didn't even taste. Tons of cucumber and tomatoes. To me it was a shrimp cocktail . And not very good at that . 20.00 dollars and hardly any shrimp. How ever Jesica was a great waitress. I won't be going back. read more

Had the quesobrirria (spelling?) and it was delicious. The salsa was perfect. Ordered the fideo and it was amazing and the bowl was huge. Will definitely be coming back. read more

So impressed as a SoCal native. The Birria tacos were amazing. Ordered a side of onions, cilantro, and their spicy salsa to top it off, and the consomé was flavored to perfection. The service was excellent and our food came out hot and fresh. The restaurant itself is clean, cute, and offers private seating which is great! Will definitely come back read more

Fuentes Restaurant & Cantina - Happy hour Quesabirria Tacos Plate - Mexican Near Me - Minden, Nevada

Someone's abuela must be in the kitchen. This is my favorite Mexican restaurant in Nevada. The mole has a bit of the Mexican Revolution keeping it spicy and chocolatey. My wife loves the consome that comes with the birria. The cilantro keeps it honest and the meat chunks melt in your mouth. The à la carte birria taco is cheesy and enough for one person. The only drawback is the regular weekend crowd who talk too loud, and yell when one of them downs an Adios Amigo. The dining room is simply not conducive to an intimate meal, even though the booths are comfortable and cozy. read more

We love Fuentes. We come here nearly every taco Tuesday. The birria quesadilla is delish and their margs are always top notch.

Friendly staff and a easy going vibe in this tucked away hideout. Restaurant is rarely busy at least at the times we visit and the service is fast. Saturday happy hour 3-5 with good prices and food is always good. read more

Fuentes is the best! Bar far best margaritas and fiesta salad in town! Go say hi to Jj and the family, they will treat you as their own!

Service was AWFUL!!! So slow and we are very patient easy going guests but this guy never came back to check on us, drinks perched on the edge as a polite request to be refilled were ignored, order was wrong (small portions too), waiter never brought us anything we asked for. Menudo was a 3 star, waiter never offered hominy, flavor was just ok & they're stingy with portions. Big bowl of soup (mostly broth) and 2 measly tortillas when every other place gives you 4?? Birria chili was good but again, $17 for one tiny Chimi?? Beans & rice were not good either. Way too pricey for this crappy taqueria experience. read more

They were a good reasonable priced place to eat, now they over charge for everything. I would suggest JJ's Mexican food. Great food, great value read more

Stumbled upon this place as it was close to our hotel. Not only did we come here one time but TWO times before we had to fly back home. We first came here Saturday morning, right before they opened and the owner treated us very well and everything tasted so good and authentic!! The 2nd time we came here was on Sunday morning while we were watching football and they treated us so good again!! This place does not disappoint and the food is even better!! You definitely have to try this place if you're in the area and it's good to go in the morning as the afternoon does get packed. The drinks will have you wanting more as well! Definitely will be back when in the area again! read more

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We really enjoy the food and service. Will definitely go back when we go through on our travels

The food here blew my mind! Best Mexican food I have had in awhile! The flan was amazing, the enchilada sauce was Divine! Every single thing they served our table was amazing. I was not expecting the food to be this good but it was. Ther service was top notch and everything came quick. I am so impressed! Can't wait to come back! read more

Quesabirria Tacos are 10/10, do it! Prompt & such delightful service @ Fuentes Restaurant & cantina. Quesabirria Tacos were top notch! Rarely have I had the privilege to enjoy a meal so delicious! Many thanks read more

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The food was very good. Taco Tuesday is a great time to visit!!! The only item that was so-so was the chips (stale). Margaritas were good but pretty pricey. The service was fast and friendly. The place has a lively, fun atmosphere. We will be back!!! read more

Walking in the restaurant is very clean and nice, we were sat in a nice booth and brought really good chips and salsa and those chips that look like wheels, ordered the birria taco plate and a smash burger, birria was great, burger was ok, it's not a smash burger by any means, the meat and bun were delicious but I expected a smash burger. read more

First I must say this place is very, very good for authentic Mexican food. My friend took me here and there was a total of four of us. As we sat down, we were greeted immediately and had chips and salsa brought. While we looked at the menu, we were asked about our drink choices. Clearly 3 of us ordered adult beverages. Two of us ordered the margaritas and they are huge and yummy! I ordered chicken mole, two people ordered the birria tacos and one orders the protein molcajete. When the food came out, I was surprised at the amount of food in the molcajete! It's huuuuge! So be forewarned, if you order this, you'll either take plenty home or don't eat all day before coming in to finish it! My chicken mole was delicious! The spices were very perfect and the lens to heat ratio was perfect! My friends stayed their birria tacos were amazing too! Full of flavours and everyone was happy with the amount of food! The ambiance was fun, and service was impeccable. They make you feel very welcomed and very family friendly, fun place to be. There's a parking lot in the shopping centre where this restaurant is located with lots of room. I'd definitely recommend this place for any occasion! read more

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The service is fast and friendly! The food is very tasty! The ambiance is that of being in Mexico! read more

Great service, friendly wait staff, fab happy hour 3-5 for tacos and margaritas(love the fresh watermelon ones)! They have the best quesabirra tacos in town. Francisco's Aka sit down Taco Bell probably doesn't know what they are. Love this place and have never been disappointed. read more

Delicious food, authentic, and good vibes. Located in a weird location, but kinda nice tucked away. Service was wonderful. There were some issues with our order but staff took no time to make it right. A definite visit when in town. Delicious margaritas and great happy hour! read more

Fuentes Restaurant & Cantina - Mexican Near Me - Minden, Nevada

We have been to Fuentes a number of times and have always enjoyed the food and the staff were great. This time however it was different. The fajitas were really good for our first time trying them here. But we ordered chili con queso for the first time also. Won't do that again. We were so disappointed because it was directly from a can to the microwave to the table. Canned processed cheese doesn't fit with the style and quality of the other food we have eaten there. read more

We had a not so good experience a few weeks ago but I must say, the owner reached out and 100% rectified the situation. Not everyone cares about their customers these days but these guys do. It is appreciated and they will have my continued business. read more

I've been here a few times, ambiance is good service was also good, but the food is bland. I just don't get it but I keep trying...

Fuentes consistently delivers friendly fast service, fair prices, and hearty meals. It's one of the better restaurants in the area. Their specials are fantastic! Today I had the mole burrito. It was flavorful and huge. read more

Great service! Great food! We are from out of town and stopped here for dinner. We really enjoyed our experience.

Love the food. The service is good and the prices are reasonable. My husband likes the salads and ceviche. I always enjoy the food.

the service was very friendly and attentive! the environment of the restaurant itself was very calm and enjoyable. the food was also pretty yummy! read more

Best Mexican food in town and friendly service. Clean and cute ambiance. 10/10 Always recommend.

10/10!!!! We come here often and it is our favorite place in town. The service is always amazing and we have never had an issue. The food is always services fast and the taste is the best around !!! read more

I ordered Chili Colorado and was served the toughest meat I've ever eaten. I ate about half of it, thinking the meat would get better, so I did not feel good about sending it back. There were a few pieces that could not be chewed and ended up in my napkin. What a sad experience. read more

Was great service, parking, prices and food. The chicken and pulled beef are better than any Mexican I have been to.

Had the chicken taco and the shrimp tacos. Food was excellent and the service was very good! We will be back for sure!

Just staying the night here in Minden, and man, am I ever glad I decided to grab dinner here! Totally delicious. The red sauce they put on my enchilada was so good it made me want to be a better person. I have no idea how their Verde sauce is, but if it's half as good it's still probably worth one of your kidneys. Chile relleno, rice and beans, side salsas: all of it was great! Big flavors here. I had a beer while I waited for my to go order. Even my server Matt was super personable and right on it. It's a gem. Stop looking and just come eat here. read more

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Possibly the best Mexican food I have found in Northern Nevada. My Chimichanga was excellent, flaky crust, good chicken and a very large portion. My wife's Burrito was as good as others have reviewed. Worth the drive from Reno. read more

Service was excellent. We had a new waitress (Alejandra) and she asked us for patience since she is learning. She was better than most wait staff we get at other establishments. The food was great. My husband got the Mole Burrito. It was HUMUNGOUS and DELICOUS! He also got a tamale and it was delicious and bigger than most tamales. I got the steak fajitas. They were excellent. The steak was seasoned perfectly and was very tender. For dessert, we split a Flan (meaning my husband ate most of it). It was delicious. We highly recommend this restaurant. It was exactly what we wanted after a long days drive to the Tahoe area. Thank you! read more

Fuentes Restaurant & Cantina - Mexican Near Me - Minden, Nevada

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Absolutely love this little Mexican restaurant service was amazing. Margaritas were off the hook and it's been years since I had a good chimichanga. I've tried three of them since I've been there and the quality is absolutely amazing. I would highly recommend these guys for Tex-Mex cuisine. read more