I had the beef tongue plate. It was very flavorful and had good texture…read more They have beer. The service is great. Perfect place to go before you see a comedy show.

Truly a mom and pop type restaurant, with both in the kitchen cooking. Portion good for price…read more Taste average. Personally I was disappointed that the chili rellano that I ordered was microwaved, then chopped and put into a tortilla which was then microwaved again making the tortilla soggy. Flavor was good. Size of Burrito was good. Sauces were good. I might return if there was a parking spot on the street out in front of the restaurant. Otherwise it's a hassle.

I went here on Cinco de Mayo and ordered the flautas (chicken) plate. I said no pico de gallo which…read morei thought was only the tomato salsa and said to the girl, it comes with guacamole and she said that's extra. I thought that strange since flautas usually comes with it but said okay. She brought the plate to my table and the flautas had sour cream with a sprinkling of cheese. No guacamole only a few slices of avocado. I'm not one to complain in restaurants so I took it as is. The beans were a little cold so the the cheese didn't really melt as well as the rice. They need to check their warmer system. The flautas were good.

I guess this one is not for me. The al pastor is way too salty, and not enough fats. The burrito is…read morewith refried beans, and when i opt out of beans, the burrito is very dry, even the asada also dry. The salsa is good and fiery though, that's the highlight of my visit. For the amount of food i got, it's a tad on the slightly pricier side. Service was fast and friendly. It's a small and cozy place but they have their own parking.

Greasy spoon Mexican at its best! Family run restaurant that is a total gem. Delicious roasted…read morepepper salsas and hot chips to start off. Nothing on the menu is bad. But the velvety red enchiladas are a dream. The whole fried fish is crispy and served hot. The chile verde tart and savory with tender pieces of pork, the enchiladas suizas a perfect mix of sour and savory. Lightly battered with a touch of heat, the chile reinos are delicious. In the summer, the ceviches are outstanding as are the sopas and tostadas. Very personable and jolly hosts/owners, Lupitas wins on all fronts. (The portions are huge so be prepared to be full and siesta ready afterwards :)

We came specifically for the shrimp cocktail after hearing great things from our neighborhood…read morecommunity. This was actually our second attempt, the first time we showed up on a Saturday afternoon they were closed, despite their online hours saying otherwise. We gave them the benefit of the doubt and came back. Service was okay. The food? Disappointing. The shrimp cocktail was the whole reason we made the trip. It tasted watered down, had no seasoning, no lemon, and still had shell on the shrimp. It genuinely tasted like a pre-made Costco cocktail in red dyed water. The fajita plate (shrimp, beef, and chicken) was passable but nothing special. What really ended it for us were the hidden fees. We ordered the fajita plate $30 (+ taxes) a massive spread with a separate plate of rice and beans and they brought out THREE corn tortillas. THREE... I am Mexican. I have eaten at hundreds of restaurants in my lifetime and have never been given only three tortillas for a plate that size. We asked for more tortillas and were charged $4 with zero warning. It's not about the money it's the principle. The charge was never disclosed. When I brought it up with the owner, Lupita, she was dismissive and couldn't explain the reasoning it's not even homemade tortillas. You can literally buy 90 tortillas for $4 at a grocery store! She took off one of the charges but kept the other $2. Meanwhile, they offer unlimited chips and complimentary salsa without blinking. The inconsistency is baffling. We genuinely wanted to support this family-run restaurant we loved seeing the family come in together. But the disrespect during that conversation made it impossible to leave on good terms. Do yourself a favor and drive about a 1.5 miles down the street to El Metate. Their large shrimp cocktail is $15, is so flavorful, and the staff treats you like family. Their pozole is outstanding too. We found them on our first failed attempt to come here and we'll be going back to them exclusively from now on. We will never return to Lupita's and made it clear to not go there in our community thread with 15K people. Unless you like hidden fees and mediocre tasteless overpriced food then this is your place otherwise...don't come here.

Picante has been a gem in Pasadena forever!!! I've been coming here since I was a kid. Being from,…read moreand raised in Dena!! This place has a special place in my heart. I don't come very often after I moved, but they have really good authentic Mexican food here. I come when I can. My entire family loves this place. A very good menu and reasonable prices with quality food. I tried the chicken fajitas and OMG it was very fresh and hot!!! Good flavor and cooked just right. The service is very exceptional here!! Very good personalities and generous!! It's not too big inside but it hold about 6 tables or so. Nice chill ambiance but most of the time I do take out!! Its located in a popular shopping center in Pasadena next to Food 4 Less!! Come to Picante!!! They have a very good menu and food is superb! -Marshay D.

I used to go here years ago. While taking my mom to the beauty shop adjacent to the restaurant, I…read morewent inside to see if they had the same food and menu. They had the same menu and food which I was ecstatic about. The only thing that changed was that they had new owners. I ordered my favorite chicken fajitas with rice and beans and a flour tortilla. The food was still excellent like I remembered. The chicken was flavorful and the rice and beans were tasty. I love green sauce it has nice spices with acting. I love this place I am glad I went back. Very expensive in the shopping center and the food is inexpensive. Great variety of food options and specials. The cook Esmeralda was kind and the manager Danica I believe, was so kind, professional, and very accommodating. Great place to dine at for quality authentic Mexican food. The place is very clean and has Mexican-style decor.

Great Mexican restaurant , i tried the asada burrito that it was really good, salsa it was good,…read morecustomer service it was great Really clean place, i need to come back and try something different

Me and a coworker stopped by for the first time last week for lunch…read more They have a cool mural on the side of the restaurant. So we decided to take pics before going in. The so called owner comes out saying "what are you guys doing?" Me: "taking pics. Is that allowed?" Her: (condescending tone) "yea I just wanted to know what was going on cause I saw you guys taking pics." A weird response? Like are you not used to business? And then she stayed there standing right beside us and monitoring until we finished taking pics. So weird and cringe. Only went inside cause we were already there and short on lunch time. The lady at the register was extremely nice though. So this is not an attack on the staff working the kitchen or in the front. But I won't be coming back solely because of the experience with the owner. It was just unnecessary and rude.

My husband and I are big fans!! We've been coming for years and truly have the best experience…read moreevery time. You will not have better service than with Stephanie or Chan and the bartender, Christian, makes killer drinks. I fell in love with caipirinhas while in Costa Rica and Aro's are phenomenal. Food is always fresh and tasty; with some favorites being the baja tacos, guac, tiradito, salmon con asparagus cream, and papas rellenas. Thank you, team Aro!!

The look and feel of Aro seem almost a throwback to the late 1960's with an airy, hang loose,…read morefunky, "keep on trucking" informality. Lot of foresty, wood trim adds to an organic feel. We were privileged to have Chan help us with table side orders. She is charming, kind, warm, hospitable. Her appearance and chic style channels famous Josephine Baker of the 1920's. Aro better know they have a jewel of an employee. 1) Achiote Snapper/Huachinango: Achiote is an herb that tinges food orange red which is mainly used as a natural food coloring. The Snapper is salted, split open in half, deboned, with no head nor tail. Grilled on a Plancha. Cooked so the meat still is moist, soft, mild fish flavoured. It's a simple dish served with sautéed veggies like zucchini, onion, carrot, red bell pepper in a bit of watery broth. Mango relish. 2) Costillitas: Meaty Pork ribs marinated in cayenne pepper and coconut milk marinade that is not at all chile piquant. Perhaps adding some Bouillon would add more of a meaty Umami for more rounded flavours. Sprinkling of chopped green parsley for color. Oven roasted with roasted, cumin mango relish, BBQ sauce. Side of wilted green salad mélange. 1-2a) Sassy Señorita: Pineapple - Serrano Chile infused Tequila Blanca Margarita with a whisper of Grand Marnier orange liqueur. It has no chile heat. Side of glass is smeared with El Tajín salt, chile powder mix. Food at Aro is kept simple, middle of the road. Not leading edge, adventurous. It is comforting, and I suspect that is what the customer base expects as witnessed by the number of people eating here. I tend to like food that challenges on different levels depending on my mood. However, Chan, through her upbeat, perceptive service, made the dining experience a pleasure. She is the reason for the 4th star. KUDOS!

I was in the mood for tacos (but then again, I'd never say no to tacos), so I stopped by Taco Libre…read morefor Taco Tuesday and was genuinely impressed. I tried all six of their taco flavors, and each one had its own distinct personality. I expected the birria taco to be my favorite since it's usually my go-to at most taco spots, but the pollo mole completely stole the show. The chicken was incredibly tender, and the sweet, rich mole sauce made every bite absolutely delicious. It easily became my personal favorite. I also loved the salsa bar because it lets you customize every taco exactly how you like it. Every salsa was flavorful and paired well with all of the tacos. The pickled red onions were a standout--I expected the usual tanginess, but they instead had a savory depth with a not-so-subtle kick from the chiles that made them surprisingly addictive. A special shout-out to the host, who was incredibly sweet and personable. She went out of her way to wave me over so I could enjoy my tacos fresh off the grill, and I really enjoyed our little chat about sweet tea. It's those small moments of genuine hospitality that make a place memorable. Easy 5/5. I'll definitely be back for more pollo mole tacos.

I got a chicken mole and carne asada taco low-carb and it was amazing! The reason why I love this…read moreplace is because they do let us tacos! The mole was mouthwatering and had the perfect flavor! The carne Asada meat melted in my mouth! The service was fast and organized. The ambience was really cute and we ate outside!

I've been coming to Cabrera's more often lately for lunch, especially when there's a game on like…read morethe World Cup. They have plenty of TVs, so it's a fun spot to grab a bite and watch soccer. The main reason I've been coming back is Taco Tuesday. The tacos are around $2 each, come with a decent amount of meat, and they also give you chips and salsa. They usually have carne asada, chicken, carnitas, and chorizo. I can normally eat about 4 to 5 tacos and be pretty stuffed, so I think it's a great deal and definitely worth stopping by on Tuesdays. I've had some of their other menu items before, and they were just okay. But between the Taco Tuesday special and all the TVs for watching games, I've definitely found myself coming back more often. If you're looking for a casual place to catch a soccer match or other sporting events and grab some affordable tacos, this is a solid spot.

It was hot this day and I assumed the ac would be on well, so the service was slow…read more The hostess came to seat us chewing her food like we interrupted her break. Anyway their food is good I had the chipotle chicken with veggies and Spanish rice. The chipotle sauce was good but there was a lot of it . It comes with tortillas as well. Again tasty food and the decor is authentic yet I can't support the staff. I can say the server , he was continually coming by to make sure all was well. So the AC in this place apparently was on and yet it seemed like it wasn't, I say this because I started to feel sweat on my back and I asked the server and he said yes, the ac was on and did not work well.