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    la bamba

    4.6 (62 reviews)
    Closed 5:00 pm - 8:30 PM
    Updated over 3 months ago

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    2 Piece Pulled Chicken Burrito
    Maddie K.

    So amazing!! I think most people do takeout because it's really small but we sat outside by a wood fire and listened to the (fairly loud) music as the chef worked and had a great time. We tried the house mango juice and house sangria which both came out in way bigger cups that we expected! Free chips and salsa were so good and perfectly spicy, definitely home made. There's only one guy working from what I can tell so it took a while for the four of us to be served but it was sooo worth it. Two of us the steak burrito and two others got the pulled chicken and it was divine. They were huge first of all just look at this thing. The tortillas are house made, the chicken is SO FLAVORFUL and it had the perfect ratio of veggies to meat to cheese. Go here!! Cash only

    J B.

    La Bamba is a family-owned business that during limited hours during the day. They only accept cash, so make sure that you have it handy. I learned about this place on TikTok, where the creator said that they create their own tortillas and their burritos were very large servings. When I entered the small restaurant, I saw the owners making the tortillas in-house, and it instantly turned up my senses. I ordered the chicken and cheese burrito and a brisket burrito and was amazed by the softness of the tortilla and the flavor of the filling. My favorite was the chicken burrito, as it had a lot of flavor with avocado, rice, and cheese. Both of the burritos are also very large, and the meat is well seasoned and tenderized to perfection. With just two individuals operating the restaurant, I was delighted by the warm ambiance and greeting and the pride that they have in their establishment. Thus far, this is the best burrito I've had in Philly by a mile, and I hope you give it a try.

    Chicken Nachos.
    Alvin A.

    The food and service was great! I order a Chicken Nachos and was delicious. I will recommended.

    Chips and salsa and queso
    Jordyn R.

    I cannot say enough about this little slice of heaven!!! We have been coming here during COVID for our mexican fix and JUST WOW! This place never disappoints. First off, Michael the chef/genius behind this operation is so funky. He always has the door open, music blasting, lights blinking and knows your order as soon as you walk up. meanwhile he has handmade tortillas, chips, and all the meats cooking.. this guy is great! Last night I ordered the special brisket burrito and of course it was out.of.this.world. Also ordered the chips and salsa/queso... always hits the spot but these were the freshest chips I have tasted. All hail Michael and his burrito madness!

    Clarissa V.

    I've never gone OMG I have to a burrito since I overdid myself in the beginning of Chipotle, Moe's, and Qdoba days. And I had a pretty sweet one in Puerto Escondido in MlOaxaca that I didn't think could be topped. But when someone on my neighbor app said these are the beat burritos she's ever had and she's from California, I thought well ok. I guess I need to try this. And I do love a good Pastor. And yes!!! I never thought everything would be so good individually and folded all up together! Here I am waiting again for more. I absolutely love the Pastor with plantain and beans and deliciousness. Every part of it blended well. I'm already here again adding chips, churros, and juice together

    Mexican dinner
    Eva J.

    This place is THE bomb-a. And such value. For $24, we got the Mexican dinner and a chicken burrito (not pictured but equally delicious). First of all, it was A BUCKET OF FOOD. Secondly, it took two people 10 minutes to inhale it all and proceed into a food coma. A true testimony of how yum it was. And lastly, I was so impressed by the freshness of the salads. Like, where can I find this fresh lettuce? Not Whole Foods I tell you what. Anyways, if you're walking by this place and thinking about if you should order -- just do it. They're so good at their job and the food is fresh, tasty, and authentic.

    hand for size. shrimp & octopus fajita bucket
    Miranda C.

    updated 8/17/2021: our order of ahi tacos (only 2 in the order, not mentioned on the menu) & sirloin hash burrito came out a total of $32. That's roughly $11 per taco if the burrito was about $10. Disappointed that sirloin hash was actually just ground beef. The last time we went to La Bamba a few months ago, menu had prices listed and they were way below what we were charged last night. I can no longer recommend an establishment where there's no transparency between owner and customer; no quality of food is worth unpleasant surprises.

    Drinks
    Cristian R.

    An awesome place! Guava and Berry drink with Tequila was delicious! The brisket burrito was awesome and the potato salad was probably the best I've ever had. The hours make this place harder to catch but definitely worth the challenge!

    Surf and turf fajitas! Perfect for two people to share

    La bamba is such a unique experience! It felt like having dinner at a friend's house. Right when you walk in, you'll notice the eclectic decor, fun music, and cozy atmosphere. We got the surf and turf fajitas, which was more than enough for two people to share. The steak and shrimp were both perfectly cooked and came with so many amazing sides and vegetables. The drinks are HUGE and come with complementary cuervo :) We got mango guava and mango hibiscus, both were great but the mango guava was my favorite. The owner was so welcoming and kept checking to see how everything was. I'd recommend this place to anyone looking for a delicious and memorable dining experience!

    Interior
    Nunya B.

    This place is terrific in so many ways. We had no idea what to expect after receiving a menu in the mail a few months back. But my gf and I decided to give this new Mexican place a try on Labor Day. The owner/chef Michael welcomed us and was incredibly hospitable. We sat inside (there is outside seating as well). The interior is small but charming. There is some interesting Latin decor on the walls. The food is superb. This is some of the best Mexican food I've had in Philadelphia. We had: Guac and chips, a pineapple fruit drink, steak fajitas and and the swiss chard burrito (with beef added). Everything was delicious. The steak specifically was cooked perfectly. To top it off, the prices are very reasonable. The whole experience was great. It feels a bit like walking into his house, where he is cooking for you as guests. We had a nice chat with Michael as well. Everyone in the neighborhood, please try this out! You will not be disappointed.

    Surf and turf fajitas
    Lauren B.

    Um. I will dream about this meal. We tried a large variety of items on the menu, all were super flavorful and delicious! There is probably nothing bad on the menu, but if you would like suggestions I would definitely get the surf and turf fajita bucket, the pork burrito, and the guac nachos. I WILL be back!

    Fish taco

    Inconsistent quality and long wait times. We have ordered from here 5-6 times. Sometimes it's great, other times it's meh, tonight it was inedible. Ordered fish tacos at 6 pm. Got them at 6:40. Stood there for a long time as he fixed a mix up of giving someone the wrong order. Goy home and the only thing in the tacos was over cooked fish and half rotten lettuce. Total waste of $20 and an hour of my life.

    Burrito, pork, plantain, chicken, salsa, cheese, bottled water, chips (eaten)

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    It was amazing, I am so happy right now. Just had a burrito with a handmade tortilla and fresh juice. Go here!!!!

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    Some of the best Mexican food I've ever had. Incredibly fresh. Owner is also a great guy. Highly recommend

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