I had a really unpleasant experience here. The rice I was served had an extremely off-putting smell, almost like vomit, and an unusually hard, clumped-together piece that immediately made me question whether the food was fresh or had been stored properly. Unfortunately, I had already eaten most of the rice before realizing something was wrong. I informed the waitress, but I was disappointed by how little the situation was addressed. This was a legitimate food safety concern, not simply a complaint about taste. No customer should have to worry about whether the food they're being served is safe to eat. I understand that mistakes can happen, but I expected the concern to be taken seriously. This experience left me feeling uncomfortable and disappointed, and I hope management takes the feedback seriously and reviews their food handling and storage practices. read more

Poor customer service. I have been a client of this place for several years. I ordered the molcajete and spend over $55.00. I asked for complimentary salsa and she wanted to charge me as I only asked for two small ones. I asked her what is the difference when you eat there as you are provided with chips and salsa and she said because I am not eating there! Here I am being a loyal customer giving them business and that is how she replies. This is so outrageous!!!!! And yet they have signs that say they treat you like family! Please!!!!!! The supervisor Feliberto is also a joke. If you can avoid don't go! Perdieron un cliente y lo triste es que los trabajadores y supervisor no le importa! read more

Oh my goodness had the best first time experience! Our server was Marlen and she was so sweet and so nice made our visit 100 times better she was so attentive and made it feel like home. The food was remarkable 10/10 all around most definitely will be returning. I always passed by never knew how it looked inside but it feels so much like home, I like how cozy it was. Everyone was so friendly everyone has a smile on their face I loved it so much. Muchas gracias! read more

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I keep coming back. This time I had the chile relleno plate with rice and beans. I can't get over their rice and beans. Another good visit. The staff are very nice and attentive. read more

La Barca Jalisco Restaurant - Chile relleno breakfast - Mexican Near Me - Pico Rivera, California

This location was so bad. The servers were not even welcoming, not once did they come and see if we needed anything. It was like she hated her job. Second the food was horrible. I ordered the fried fish (mojarra frita) that fish had no taste. My husband usually loves food but this one was horrible. We will never come here again! We only wanted to try it because the one on Paramount in Downey was horrible- the servers were just horrible. Why can't these places get friendly servers!!!? read more

The place is definitely outdated but does feel clean. It was early morning so not busy. The waitresses were nice and helpful either the menu and their service. The food was okay. I had chilaquiles and they were pretty hot!! Can never go wrong with that. I did love their chips!! Not sure if I would go back to this location. read more

La Barca Jalisco Restaurant - La Barca Birria de Chivo - Mexican Near Me - Pico Rivera, California

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2.9 stars? Oh please -- this place is a solid 5..Between the smothered burrito and creamy refried beans, La Barca Jalisco can beat any burrito spot in a 15-mile radius. We didn't even plan on coming here -- our car broke down right outside. While waiting for the tow truck, we decided to give it a shot... and man, this was the best surprise yet The burrito de asada is a behemoth -- stuffed with flavorful asada and loaded with rice and beans. Every bite hits. The chips and salsa? Fresh. The plate? Excellent. The service? On point. The vibe is authentic, the energy is welcoming, and the food speaks. read more

La Barca Jalisco Restaurant - Burrito de Asada wet style (mild) - Mexican Near Me - Pico Rivera, California

Delicious food sad the El Monte one closed due to a fire so I have to come to this one it's worth the drive

I am not sure why the ratings here are relatively low. My family and I have been coming to this restaurant for many years and every time we leave satisfied with our order. I have tried many dishes but some of my favorites are the molcajete which reminds me of hotpot, the chicken sopes, and the carne asada plate. They make handmade tortillas and provide chips and tasty salsa for free as appetizer, and those are unlimited along with the tortillas. Moving onto the drinks, I love their fresh Aguas Fresca (not too sweet) and they also offer fresh squeezed orange juice. The service is always great. Everyone is kind and attentive. The wait can be long on Saturday and Sunday mornings as families tend to come during that time, but any other time there is not much of a wait. Ambiance is roaring with lots of conversations and a vibrant atmosphere. I enjoy it because it reminds me of a family party. Genuinely it feels like family whenever we visit. This is my favorite Mexican restaurant by far don't let the reviews deter you from this gem :) read more

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Food was ok. We were told to sit where we'd like. We sat down, ordered and had to wait for someone to look our way. Heard conversations with other guests and how the other waitresses bought a new car, but not us. Ran out of water, tortillas, couldn't even get the bill. Not once did she come check to see if we okay. I've never had such horrible service. Had to waive down the other waitress to get my bill. I was very disappointed. read more

Absolutely terrible service! We got seated but never got our menus and waited 30 min no one ever came to see or take our order

Delicious, fresh food and excellent service! I ordered the steak breakfast medium rare, and it was cooked perfectly. The beans and rice were great, and the horchata was delicious. Our waitress was attentive and personable, and the service was fast. I'll definitely be back. Highly recommend! read more

Been coming here for years and the service and cleanliness is getting worse I ordered my food when I noticed cockroaches climbing the walls I told the waitress and said that's completely normal I was shocked by her response I couldn't finish my food how disgusted I was this place needs a major remodel maybe the roaches will leave that way I can only imagine what the kitchen looks like i have video of the cockroaches but I believe I can only upload pictures I will not be coming back read more

La Barca Jalisco Restaurant - Cockroach on the wall - Mexican Near Me - Pico Rivera, California

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It's an older restaurant that could use an upgrade. Decor is outdated but the place is clean. Family vibe and super friendly staff. We were seated immediately and a high chair was already setup without us asking. Came in for brunch and we noticed the handmade tortillas. They were amazing. Hot,fresh and ready. I ordered eggs abuelita. Very delicious and spicy. I loved their rice too. Not dry with a hint of chicken broth. Also ordered a carne asada burrito. Good quality meat cooked to perfection. My child enjoyed her quesadilla.Our server Sassy was amazing. We really enjoyed our food and we can't wait to go back. read more

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they have some of the best tasting mexican food ever truly a place you want to visit! The servers are also so sweet love talking to them.

I went today to have breakfast and I was disappointed when I received the bill 26.50 for nopales and coffee I think for that it's too expensive read more

We had to travel several cities away to come here now that their location in El Monte closed down permanently. I had the birria and my mom had the molcajete. We both loved it. My dad, who is the birria expert, said that the birria was better in El Monte. I could not taste the difference, it tasted just as good to me. read more

La Barca Jalisco Restaurant - Mexican Near Me - Pico Rivera, California

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I'll give it a 2 because our waitress was kind.so we've driven past this spot many times and usually see the parking lot full. So, we decided to try it out today. We should have walked right back out, but we've always known not to judge a book by it's cover. This place looks like a very run down greasy spoon type place with a desperate need for revamping. And the smell was very potent of a chemical used for mopping, not pinesol either. Menus were bright over as was chips and salsa. That was ok. Menu very limited it seemed. No guacamole... at a Mexican restaurant?!? Two types of burritos and we'll we figured let's give it a shot. A taquito plate and a fried quesadilla. Hmmmm rice and beans were horrible! Quesadilla was meh. And we'll we ate some and covered the rest with a napkin, paid our bill and vowed to sadly never go back there again. When we went out to the parking lot, we hadn't noticed, but piles of empty boxes and trash bags all over the floor. Yet they have a big trash bin. Who knows and really who cares. Just not good food at all! read more

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Pretty quaint place. Came in for weekday lunch and it was a quick service. They sat us down, took our order, gave us our food, and then we paid and left. Food - was alright. Tolerable and didn't get me sick. Got the carne asada plate and ordered it medium rare. It was nothing to gawk about. Beans were eh but the rice was good. Salad was just large lettuce pieces and sliced tomatoes with red onion. Not a fan. Service - Very friendly and helpful. Attentive and very courteous. Parking - they have a back lot so there should be parking, but I can see it getting annoying if it ever got REALLY REALLY busy. Not sure if I'd come back at my own accord, but I would definitely wouldn't complain if someone suggested this place and brought me here. I'd be very much willing to try their other food. read more

La Barca Jalisco Restaurant - a bowl of soup - Mexican Near Me - Pico Rivera, California

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Service was terrible. Took long to take our order. Also, we ordered a molcajete and it was terrible, we thought it was a side of potato soup. Turns out that was the "molcajete" literally 6 shrimp and half a Chile, a quarter of a nopal and lots of tomato sauce. They never checked in to ask if we needed anything. Bad never coming back. read more

La Barca Jalisco Restaurant - This is the so called molcajete de camaron made out of plastic - Mexican Near Me - Pico Rivera, California

Muy mal servicio ahi , no lo recomiendo , las meseras te cobran de mas de la cuenta . Ya no me quedó ganas de ir ahi!

The ambiance is amazing, the waiters are friendly and serve your meal in a timely manner.

The service has gone down the drain. Before everyone was friendly and very attentive. The food lacked taste. I will not be returning. Mal servicio, nos trataron diferente a otros clientes. read more

Busy, busy, on a Sunday morning! However, the saving grace was excellent service we received. We were lucky to be seated right away and our orders arrived quickly. Our coffee cups were always kept full and we were waited on quite well. Yes, my eyebrows raised when I saw the receipt. A bit high priced, but our family was satisfied with the service and the food so I have no complaints. The veggie omelette is quite good and tasty. Recommended! The menudo is a bit too greasy, but it tastes authentic and is definitely not out of a can. Enjoy your visit! read more

Que servicio tan malo. La mesera que nos atendió tenía un mal carácter y como que no quería atender. Desde que entramos la mesera que nos atendió now apuntó donde sentarnos. No nos ofreció ni un menú. La comida no tenía sabor. No se si cambiaron de dueño pero se nota que hubo algún cambio. Tengo más de 20 años comiendo aquí. No comeré aquí más. read more

I have been a customer at this restaurant since it first opened but I haven't been there since 7 months ago I don't know if they switched owners but this time I went last Sunday to be exact this place is not the same anymore terrible service terrible food like I said maybe they have new owners I feel I was not getting my money worth since last time I was there I noticed something was changing but I wanted to give it another chance well no more for me too bad because I felt around here in Pico Rivera was one of the good honest Mexican food restaurants you can go to read more

So I went yesterday for breakfast, as soon as we sat down I started to feel itchy bites on both feet and my right leg. I thought maybe something bit me on the way in. Well the longer I sat there the more itchy and burning sensation I felt on my right leg, I get up and see multiple bites, are they flees, bed bugs, mosquitos? IDK! We moved tables and the waitress asked why we moved, I told her I just got bit like 10 times all over my leg and feet, her response was oh It's the mosquitos that come in at night when people open the door and they hide under the tables, but I'll tell the boss right now, what does the boss do? He comes out with a can of Raid and starts spraying under the tables while we and other customers were there eating! No I'm sorry you got bitten, I'll make sure this doesn't happen to anyone else, Nothing!I been coming here for a long time, the food is usually good, the service well depends who serves you! This place needs new carpet who knows when was the last time it was changed. I hope it's only mosquitos and not flees and definitely hope it wasn't bed bugs! See cringe pics attached! I been scratching and now they burn! Ouch!!!! read more

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This is by far my favorite La Barca location. Staff is always friendly and greets you as soon as you walk in the door. Food is delicious and is always brought out very fast. Sometimes when you go for dinner they give you a complimentary soup on top of the already complimentary chips and salsa ! Love going to this place. Nothing here has every disappointed me. My family and I seriously go 3-6 times a month. Their molcajete is soo yummy and chilaquiles are served all day! Plus prices have not skyrocketed here like they have in many other places. read more

Food is amazing!!!! Highly recommend the breakfast!!!!!! Specially the huevos con chorizos, very delicious!!! Also, the tortillas (hand made) are the best!!!! read more

Horrible service!!!! I waitress was rude never came by to fill her drinks. We had a try to get somebody to help us, but we could hear them laughing really loud and talking about concert tickets. Everybody in the restaurant was complaining and trying to hold down one of the waitresses cause nobody was getting help , never again. read more

Bring back the real molcajete!! Came here today because we were in the neighborhood and remembered how good their molcajete tasted. Ordered one up for 2 people and we got meat in a soon tofu clay bowl. WTH!! No real stone molcajete. Wassup with that. It was just okay was the sauce was not hot enough to really melt the cheese. Flavor was good but just not the same. Sorry Barca Jal. I'm missing the hood ol days read more

La Barca Jalisco Restaurant - Menu - Mexican Near Me - Pico Rivera, California

Great Mexican food. Great service and I love the homemade tortillas! Friendly Service. We have been going for many many years. Love this place. read more

growing up i've always loved going here & to this day i still recommend this place because the quality of food is sooo delicious & you get enough to get you full! This place is usually busy especially on weekends from breakfast-lunch time so keep in mind service might not always be perfect considering how many other customers there are but for me that's not a huge problem. My mom & i came for brunch time today & even though it was super busy we got checked on about two times after eating which was all we needed. My mom got a molcajete & i got the sopes on top of that they're have seasonal agua frescas which right now it's a strawberry lemonade & it was really refreshing! Food has always been so good here and i will continue to come back! read more

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let me start by saying we've been coming here for years! It was very delicious in the past. Let's start with the place, it needs some TLC, now the service: the waitress required to be trained! They are not friendly or welcoming. The prices are overwhelming, the molcajete USED to be delish, now the servings and flavors are 2/10. The owners' is still very stern with the staff, however they lost their touch, perhaps they have a new cook? I don't know but it will disappoint. read more

La comoda esta mui rica pero el servicio de meseras no bien tardan asta que uno va y les avisa que esta listo para ordenar no todas me an tocado algunas mui amables y rapidas en su servicio read more

Rice was not fresh tasting , goat birria was good , beans fair , Service was good but the smell of pine cleaner mixed with funky outhouse smell coming from bathroom when somebody came out of it filled the room and ruined the experience. Cannot recommend this place . Sorry read more

service was slow in the bar area, I will say that i was expecting more. Got two plates one of Steak and mash potatoes salad, steak tasted old and was served practically raw when I asked for medium-mash potatoes had no flavor at all and the salad no dressing. Tortillas came 5 minutes after food was served! I got a beer and server didn't bring lime - very little effort was made to make the experience good. My friend got the asada plate and I didn't taste his or ask but I tasted his beans and they tasted like they came straight out of a can. I regret stopping at this location, the other location has way better food. read more

I came to visit California and they recommended me this place well, my experience was, the service was really sad, the only one that really just check up on us was the cleaning lady. The food was not that much of a hype , the beef was really hard and overall was a no I'm sorry , I should've gave the tip to the cleaning lady instead. read more

I thought the food was fair, the service was poor and the prices were high. I would hope that these would change in the future.

The service was not so great here I love the Barca I go to the El Monte one and omg love it !! But here never again! The girl that took our order didn't come back to ask if we needed any thing my husband had to ask for more tortillas . The place looks so old and rusty the seats are all dirty and old with tape ! Even the curtains are so dirty and old . I'm sorry ! They make so much money here they should at least have it decent looking! The rice was old and hard the only good thing was the beans ! read more

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