The heart of this place I swear I can't say enough good things. Get the burrito with the pork or the tacos with the pork -- The PORK [chef's kiss] a-ma-zzzing. And the flavor is spot on! You can get an egg and cheese burrito in a hundred other places, seriously, eat the meat is my advice. The pork meat is so good, the green chili sauce and the red chili sauce are different but both are amazing in their own way. The red one has a wonderful spiciness from jalapenos and Japanese chilies. The green one is chilis from New Mexico, go half-half if you can't decide. And if you see Isaac -- is like being a part of his authentic family table. There are so many regulars already, but even as an occasional visitor, just makes my heart happy eating the food that's prepared with so much care and thought for how it will nourish someone's day. Isaac told us how the pork cuts are not frozen and he trims the fat by hand to make sure the flavor is there, but the finished dish is not greasy. Good food takes time! This man is one of the chefs that think, "ok, what tastes good, what's nourishing and good for you". And his recipes are all top notch because he hits all the steps and doesn't shortcut the ingredients. His food would not be as amazing if he skimped on the meat, you'd know right away, but he won't serve you anything that's subpar, that's how much he cares. Eating the food was like, wow, I feel that you care about how much my day just got better because your food fuels me up! The sauce on the tortillas, mmm...I just got hungry all over again. Take me back to LA! read more

Was in the area looking for places to eat and came across this cafe on Yelp (so glad we did!) To start off, there's a parking lot just for the cafe which was nice and a beautiful mural behind their food truck. Upon walking in, we were greeted and asked if it was our first time there and it was. So the lady gave us a few samples of the meat options and explained what kinds of combinations we could order. SUCH WONDERFUL SERVICE!! As for the food, we decided on the asada burrito and jones breakfast burrito which were both so good! Especially with the refreshing green sauce and not too spicy red sauce. Definitely worth the drive and would recommend!! read more

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I had their delicious red beef burrito and loved it . I will definitely be coming back and trying their other food choices.

It's been a minute since we got the burrito . It wasn't the same . The meat didn't seem to have the same iconic taste . Seems like it wasn't marinated . Taste was bland the meat was fatty and burrito just want the same . Bummer read more

If you know you know. Dispatch burrito is the jam. It's a bit out of the way unless you live down there. But worth the drive from Long Beach. read more

Great service and one of the best breakfast burritos I've had. I will definitely be back soon!

The food and the two chicas at the register. Carolina and Marie (well her middle name...lol) First time here and I felt welcomed. Ordered a Green burrito a Red Burrito and Asada Tostada. Before ordering I was given a plate with The Sample. It had a scoop of the Red and Green and Asada for the taste. So I ordered one of each. My husband who is a picky eater enjoyed the Asada tostada. Asada was cooked well and juicy not dry. Beans were a hit and the tostada was humongous . Tasteful and filling. Green and red burritos were very good Will be back when in the area Thanks for a very enjoyable lunch read more

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Consistently delicious. I enjoy everything I've tried on the menu, my favorite is that Green Jones. The people working there are all very nice, the restaurant is clean, and the bathroom is too. Bonus points for a clean bathroom. read more

Isaac's Cafe - Menu 3/25/2026 - Mexican Near Me - Wilmington, California

My coworkers treated me for lunch Friday, the food was delicious and Ambience was nice.

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The nachos at Isaac's Cafe are on another level! Huge portions, perfectly crisp chips, and loaded with all the good stuff -- melty cheese, fresh toppings, and just the right amount of spice. Every bite had the perfect balance of crunch and flavor. Easily some of the best nachos I've had anywhere. Pair them with their carne asada or green chile and you've got an unbeatable combo. Friendly staff, quick service, and great prices make it even better. This place is a must-try if you're anywhere near Wilmington ! Ask the lady for her recommendations she's always on point 10/10 Chill spot Cool environment the ambience makes the whole experience even better read more

Isaac's Cafe - Nachos - Mexican Near Me - Wilmington, California

Had went to church and decided to look for a place nearby.. found this on Yelp and give it a try. Walked in very bright and you can tell they appreciate the longshoremen that come in. They had walls with shipping container parts. The cashier was super friendly greeted as we walked in m. Finished ordering the Dispatch Hall Asada & Egg veggie burrito. After telling her it was our first time she gave us a sample of the asada & chili verde. After the sample ohh so good. We got our food and it didn't disappoint. Now I have a place to go to if I'm in Wilmington. read more

I had to stop in for ol' times sake! This little whole in the wall has been around for a long time and unless you know someone, who knows somebody that knows this place is here, you're bound to miss it! It's literally tucked away off the main roads and is a secret neighborhood gem that is as unique in flavor as it is in location. I've always ordered a carne asada burrito and a green chile burrito, because it's not often that I'm in town and these two are a must if you're a fan of Isaac's Cafe. The carne asada has a flavor that is so hard to replicate (seriously, I've tried!) and the green chile (pork meat) is the spice that every one needs to put in their life! It's hot and OMG delicious!!! I only eat half of each burrito and save the rest for later, because they are a good size meal. The carne asada burrito is stuffed with meat, fresh avocado slices and pico de gallo. The green chile burrito is just the pork meat simmered in a spicy green chile sauce, which I think is the reason I've always loved this food. The burritos do not come packed with beans and rice like other places, but you do pay a pretty penny to get an all meat burrito. However, despite the higher than what you'd expect prices, the food is so worth it! If you've never been to Isaac's, I say, you should, now that you know somebody (me!) who knows this place is here! It's a family-run restaurant where you order at the counter and food is brought to your table. The place is always very clean and though small, has an ample amount of seating. There is plenty of street parking and also on-site parking available. I happened to stop in around 1:30, but if I remember correctly, this place can get very busy during the lunch hour. Friendly service! read more

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I guess they're living off their reputation, the dispatch hall bacon burrito today sucked, it maybe, at most had a total of 1 1/2 strips of bacon, for the price you think I would've at least tasted more bacon, sure had a lot of beans and sauce though Not even comes close to the way it was back in the day read more

What a bummer, started going there when they opened in 77. The family took care of us longshoreman and everyone else great eats bar none.. what the hell happened? I retired and live out of state now.. came for a visit..wow.. 2 bites of my carne asada and I had throw it away.. wow.. I know how to make this burrito, I learned from them.. I literally know what they did wrong.. but what a shame.. please step it up your giving the great Medina name a bad wrap.. read more

100% Our business buys us a meal for special occasions. Often times we choose breakfast burritos from Isaac's. They CRUSH IT. We get 13-15 breakfasts; labeled, hot, and delicious on a TO-GO order, every time. Most of us choose the Dispatch Burrito, but some have special orders, and they always get it perfect. GREAT JOB ISAAC'S ! Llewellyn Supply Co Wilmington CA. read more

i order here often, but usually try not to do big orders because they always do the same thing. they don label anything i never get what i ordered and for me and my coworkers that aren't fond of biting into the food to see if its the right thing and then change with whom every it belonged to really doesn't work. i called to let them know and they hung up on me and then just left me on hold. very disappointed since i get food here all the time. my big order was placed through uber eats spoke to a man spoke spanish, he stated they were all labeled and that i should have called and asked what each burrito was, her was very rude and demeaning, he told me that obviously the green burrito was the biggest, and that i shouldnt have touched the food without calling them so they could tell me what burrito was what. aside of that he told me he was going to check the cameras to prove that they had labeled them because me having the burritos wasnt enough then hung up on me and didnt take my information. all the food was wrong and the al pastor was not good at all read more

Where do I begin? Let me start with some pidgin (Hawaiian slang): Famous Isaac's "broke da mouth!" Came in to order food for the crew, and prior to ordering, was given a sample of some meats. The three meats were green chile, red chile, and asada, and the flavor immediately gave me goose bumps; it was so good. Tender meats, flavorful meats, and the quality of meat take the taste buds to that foodie utopia we all desire. Customer service was phenomenal; while waiting, I had some great conversations with them and helped carrying boxes of food out. Clean establishment with friendly customers. This is my second time here and will not be the last. Thank you, Famous Isaac's; you stand above the rest in my book. read more

Isaac's cafe is the bomb just ate there wit my cousin we eat here once a week and always good food workers are very nice read more

Isaac's Cafe - Mexican Near Me - Wilmington, California

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Isaac's Cafe in Wilmington offers the area's finest burritos. The chile verde burrito features generous portions of tender, well-cooked pork throughout a substantial tortilla, all enveloped in a flavorful tomatillo sauce with perfectly balanced onions and seasonings. The carne asada taco surpasses typical street fare; two corn tortillas are filled with exceptional carne asada, complemented by fresh tomatoes, onions, and cilantro. A burrito and carne asada taco combination will leave you thoroughly satisfied. All of Isaac's dishes are delicious, well-seasoned, and appropriately spiced. They offer a selection of flavorful red and green salsas with a pleasant kick. Throughout my dining experiences, the service has consistently been friendly and welcoming. read more

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Isaac's is a classic ... OLDIE BUT GOODIE ... The food is amazing! I've frequented this restaurant for over 20 years...The food was fabulous then and has stayed consistent serving great authentic Mexican food...The GREEN CHILI PORK BURRITO is the BEST IN THE GAME...YUMMY! read more

Amazing burritos as always! Green Chile Burrito is so spicy and delicious. I could eat this daily. Customer service is top notch, super nice, and friendly. read more

Best carne asada burritos around. They have a small but very concise menu. Love their Jones burritos. Also their carne asada tostadas are excellent. Very fresh. Everything is great and very clean. read more

Isaac's is the bomb. The carne asada has so much flavor and the meat is so tender. The bottom of the burrito is very juicy. The green jones does not disappoint- lean tender pork in a spicy green sauce with lots of gooey cheese!! A co-worker took me here in 1985 and we've been coming ever since. We drive all the way from Seal Beach!!!! read more

Food is on point. Jones burrito, carne asada is goodly, they have the cokecola, and the lady is nice. Pricey, but heck, what ain't these days ‍ read more

It's been awhile since I've been there. But it hasn't changed a bit, meaning the food is still awesome. Great service too. I heard that they changed owners but the food was the same. read more

Love the staff, restaurant is very clean. Chili verde is spicy and so tasty. When I order bean and rice burrito, I have them add chili verde sauce inside and this way it isn't overpowering for me, as I can't take the heat. All burritos here are good! read more

Isaac's Cafe - Mexican Near Me - Wilmington, California

They are back! Better than ever! I have been hitting Isaac's since the 70s back when Isaac was present. Moms was the the one actually making the secret carne. Seen this business grow through multiple generations. Something to be proud of! I really missed them when they shut down for awhile. read more

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Came to Wilmington for a funeral and unfortunately were given the wrong time so we had 2 hours to wait. Search for a place to get something to eat and found this place and what a gem. We are from Orange County so first thank you Yelp for the reviews. The food is so fresh. The carne asada burrito was so good and the meat tender. My daughter had the chorizo and eggs burrito and she kept saying this is so good. Food was fantastic and fresh. Service was awesome. So polite and friendly. Might have to drive from the OC again for our burrito fix. We ate at their location which had chairs and tables. Everything was clean and it was just really enjoyable. read more

Isaac's Cafe - Chorizo and egg burrito. Unwrapped and then it disappeared quick. - Mexican Near Me - Wilmington, California

Jones burrito is always good. Meat is lean and they do a good job with the whole menu. Definitely call in your order since they are typically busy. Parking is easy and they have great service read more

Chili Verde & Jones My Favorite Old School Mexican Cooking A Home Atmosphere Dining!!!

I've been here many of times and since I work in the oil refinery this has been brought to feed the guys many of times. This is the first time in 2 years that I've been there and I will say the price has gone up by quite a bit. Before the burritos were 6.50 and now she charged me 10.00 for a regular carne asada burrito. Anyhow. I will say the burritos were bigger before but they do taste the same. I only bought 4 carne asada burritos but I know a lot of people like the Jones burritos. So maybe try it. read more

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If you like it spicy, the chile verde burrito is fantastic. Call it in because it's always busy. read more

Isaac's Cafe - Menu of some delicious food - Mexican Near Me - Wilmington, California

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Issacs Cafe in Wilmington is where you want to go if you want some bomb wet burritos. They've been around for a long time, at least 45 years in operation. It's a staple for longshoreman and any working man, honestly. You will see blue collar workers along with white collar dining here. Definitely a hidden gem! The Red Chili burrito wet with the green sauce is.ome of the best. read more

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excellent food i love this place clean, food good, i have been going here since he 90"s and the food is still the best

Make sure you check your orders they're regularly mix up orders here. Got a few main bacon burrito with a bunch of watery beans instead of a dispatch with asada and avocado. read more

This place is absolutely amazing! The food and the ownership are just the best there is!

Tasty burrito. Pretty meaty. Tried the half asada and half Jones but seemed like it was all Jones. Wished it was a little bigger for the price. read more

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I've been to Isaac's many times over the years but really only get one of two items. The Jones burrito or the chili verde burrito. The later is a very spicy burrito with tender pork and the jones burrito is a beef burrito with beans , cheese avocado and a red sauce. Both are delicious and I would give them a 4.5. read more

I had blood work drawn nearby and had to fast, so I was hungry. I wanted to try a local breakfast burrito. I got the dispatch burrito with bacon. It was GREAT! it had a red sauce in it that made it next level. 10/10 would recommend! read more