The absolute best crunchy carnitas tacos ever! The tacos are sooo good that this food truck almost…read morealways have a long line. The service is always efficient and friendly. Conveniently located next to the hotsy totsy this taco truck has won awards and they deserved even more flowers. You know its good when you see every age, every ethnicity, make the line and order their favorite. The ambience it's pretty welcoming as you can see the nice ladies helping those that have questions and also welcome back regular customers. They accept cash and card. Also, the red salsa it's so good I usually buy some to go! Run don't walk.

My friend took me to this taco truck since where I live(in another state) doesn't have good tacos…read moreand are expensive. I was surprised there was no line as my friend mentioned there can be a line and the price of the taco. I ordered 3 tacos- carne asada, carnitas and language from the lady. She asked if I wanted everything on it so I said yes. She also asked if I was paying cash or card. Guess it would cost more with card. Tacos came out fast on a paper plate. The lady asked if I wanted salsa, I said yes. She gave me what I think is a salsa verde. I had taken the tacos to go eat at home. I noticed that the tacos came with a lemon instead of a lime. The tacos all had onions, parsley and maybe some salsa on top. The radishes were dry. The lengua seemed to have the most flavor than the other two. The carnitas had a couple dry pieces of meat but with some added salsa it was better. The carne asada was fine, could have a little more flavor. This taco truck will not break your wallet.

Good food and fast service, I had two tacos and a drink . It…read morewas just under $14.00 the tacos were delicious and very filling. Free parking lot and outdoor seating: Will be back soon.

This place was very popular at 11:30 on a Saturday. And I was told by another waiting customer it…read moreis worth the long wait. I waited in line about 10 minutes and 40 more minutes passed before my number was called. I could see four people in the kitchen, one cashier. Seating is all outside. Three tables for 8, about a dozen bar seats along the patio on the street and three more tables in the parking lot. Less seating if it's raining. All three tables of 8 received their food, finished and left before my order was ready. I saw a catering order picked up too. So patience needed. Ordering ahead is the way to go. I love fresh aqua fresca and they had pineapple, jimaica, melon and horchata. I added a slice of lime to my melon and it was tasty. I ordered a quesataco birrila and it was tasty. The crispy cheese added a nice touch however it softened once steamed under the foiled plate. One of the ways I compare Mexican restaurants is by a straight up bean and cheese burrito - and unfortunately one bite was all I took of this one. The beans had a strange flavor to them, fishy almost. If I'm in the area, I'd go back for the tacos, try a keto taco with the fried cheese shell, order ahead, get another aqua fresca and skip the burritos next time, however wouldn't make a special trip.

this place is phenomenal. funny enough i went to uc berkeley and i had no idea that such an…read moreincredible mexican restaurant was in berkeley. at this place my sister and i went. she got the chilaquiles and i got the chicken enchiladas. both dishes were phenomenal. the chilaquiles were crispy and flavorful and they really hit the spot for delicious brunch. the enchiladas were crispy with plenty of salsa. the salsa's tart and it's salty but it's not too tart or salty. it's very well balanced. i also enjoyed this additional salsa that they had available. it's like a red salsa and inside it's a gorgeous restaurant. there's also just a bunch of pastries that you can get if you want. my sister and i opted for coffee to enjoy with our brunch and the food is not necessarily cheap. however i think for the experience of sitting in such a beautiful cafe and having really delicious food, it is worth going out once in a while to la mission. service was awesome, staff was really friendly. the ambience was really really gorgeous for brunch. lots of families sitting around and enjoying delicious mexican food under the berkeley sun.

La Mission is a pleasant spot for a casual Mexican meal, with an outdoor courtyard that has a nice…read morewoodsy feel, with plants and climbing vines covering the wooden structures. The drinks were the highlight. The freshly made pineapple-mint agua fresca was refreshing and flavorful, and the sangrias and spicy micheladas were also very good. Abuelita was ok We tried the tacos, burritos, and chile relleno. Good, familiar Mexican fare. Overall, a nice place to sit outdoors, enjoy a drink, and have a casual meal. The setting and drinks are the reasons I'd consider returning, rather than the food itself.

I've had burritos from here before and never thought they were anything special. This time, though,…read moreI got tacos. Very good decision! I got 2 pastor tacos and 1 carne asada. Both were excellent and paired very well with their salsa. Carne asada was cooked and cut perfectly, and tasted much better than when I had it in burritos in the past. Al pastor is very authentic and tastes better than most you can find in the area. Generous amount of onions (and some pineapple for the pastor). I really really enjoyed this, and I'm happy to have this option here in my neighborhood. Only negative is that their tortillas seem to collapse under the general sauciness. I usually prefer to have my salsa on the side, so maybe that's on me. Came out to about $15 for the three tacos which is pretty pricey. However, you do get some chips and salsa for free, and the quality of the food is pretty high. I'm reasonably happy to pay this price to support a nice establishment in my community. The place is clean and recently renovated, with a fairly friendly staff willing to accommodate customizations and requests. I will probably start coming here a lot more regularly after this most recent visit!

I REALLY wanted to like this place, but there's no flavor in anything we ate or drank. We ordered 2…read moredifferent burritos, chips & salsa, horchata, and agua fresca pina. I ate just enough so that I wasn't starving and left the rest. The other thing is that we waited 1 hour for 2 burritos. While there are 7-8 tables of people, I don't know why it takes 1 hour. They seem to have plenty of staff, but it takes a really long time.

Really impressed at all the outdoor seating! Love a fast casual spot with quick service, lots of…read moreseating and good food. Very dog friendly with tons of large tables! We ordered the steak golden burrito and crunch wrap supreme with chicken. Both were delicious and hit the spot. Definitely a strong fusion between Mexican and afghan. The crunch wrap tasted just like a taco bell one but with better ingredients and stronger flavors! More cheese, a tortilla inside, and no rice compared to the burrito. The burrito had all the classics, the steak was a little chewy so I'd go for the chicken next time Water cups provided by pickup counter. Even a place to park your bikes! Definitely will go back when in the area!

Only came here because the other authentic Mexican burrito spots in the area either looked pretty…read moremeh or had bad reviews, and I happened to be nearby. Ordering online was easy, but parking was a nightmare, and the place was packed that day. There were a few red flags from the start that I initially brushed off. My order was supposed to be ready by a specific time, yet it came out 30 MINUTES LATE. Then, once we got in the car, we realized they had given us someone else's order. We took it back, and the response was surprisingly rude considering the mix-up wasn't even our fault?? I was genuinely confused. The cook was actually the only person who was kind and understanding about the situation, and even he got yelled at by the guy packing the orders, who was being passive-aggressive toward us in the first place. Definitely not a good look. Now, onto the food. The burrito was good and packed with flavor, but the sauce they add is a bit excessive. It makes the whole thing super soggy and ridiculously messy to eat. I also paid extra to add shrimp, only to find that there was barely any in the burrito. Same goes for the guac I paid extra for. There was so little that I couldn't even taste it, which was pretty disappointing. The chips and salsa were good, though! The fries could've used more time in the fryer because they were floppy rather than crispy and golden. Overall, the food was decent, but the service really brought the experience down. I wanted a good, authentic Mexican burrito, and while the flavor was there, this fusion spot just didn't fully satisfy the craving. I'll stick to the traditional Mexican burrito spots next time.

Always great service and delicious food! Highly recommend…read more Started coming here about a year ago and had the Tinga, superb. Delicious pickled onions on top and perfectly seasoned chicken. Tacos are delicious as well. Also came here for a birthday once and the day dessert was really good too.

Great quality food and customer service. The Jamaica & tacos are so good ! I've never had a bad…read moreexperience during my visits at Mi Casa Grill

Montecristo Taqueria is around the corner from the Target on University and near my sister's house…read morein Berkeley. We were having a graduation party for my nephew who graduated from Cal and expecting 80 people and had ordered a taco truck which was terrific, until 150 people showed up and the taco truck ran out of food halfway through the party. Montecristo Taqueria to the rescue! I quickly ordered trays of chicken, beef, carnitas, and veggies and several large containers of guacamole (we had plenty of leftover tortillas, chips, salsa from the taco truck), and a few guys went over to pick it up within half an hour, party saved! Quality of meats were very high and the guacamole excellent! Wonderful customer service. Thank you Montecristo!

Looking for a spot with specials on Cinco de Mayo, my friends and I found Montecristo Taqueria on…read moreUniversity. With busy days, we were looking for something open after 9p, and this spot had late hours...I believe until midnight! With drink specials and complimentary chips, we liked the sound of that. We had a vegetarian eater in our group and they loved having a variety of healthier and palate pleasing options. We ordered a chorizo quesadilla, chicken nachos, and a veggie enchilada plate. Drink-wise, they have beer/wine and yummy sangria. So of course we went with a pitcher of the sangria :) The portions were large and ample. Food was solid. Staff were friendly, plenty of indoor seating, a small adjacent parking lot and exterior street parking. Quick service, order at register and grab a number upon finding a table. Prices fair.

My husband is a big foodie, so whenever we're in Berkeley, we always look for a place to stop and…read moreenjoy something delicious. This time, I stopped in to pick up some pan dulce, and I had such a wonderful experience. As soon as I walked in, I was warmly greeted by the cashier. I don't remember her name, but she told me she was from Nicaragua. Her kindness, friendliness, and genuine smile immediately made me feel welcome. It may seem like a small gesture, but great customer service makes such a big difference. We all get so busy and distracted these days that sometimes we forget how meaningful a warm greeting can be. She truly brightened my day, and I wanted to take a moment to thank her for making me feel so welcome. The pan dulce was delicious, and the outstanding customer service made the experience even better. I'll definitely be back!

On 9/22/2026, my wife and I, went to "Casa Latina" and had a great experience. This place has been…read morearound for a long time and the food is amazing. They have great deserts and great service. The space is nice with lots of seating. If you're looking for great Mexican food you have to try this spot. All in all, I gave them five stars

Been a long while since I've been here but had to calm my cravings so i stopped by and ordered some…read moreAsada street tacos and Asada burrito. I can say everything tastes as good as I remembered and exactly how I expected it to taste. Although food was good we are also living in a time where everything is expensive so yes it is a little pricey but still worth it for me cause its still the same taste and brings me back to my teenage years so definitely will be coming back when i get my cravings again

I am writing to formally express my dissatisfaction with my recent Torta sandwich order. The bread…read morewas burnt, the sandwich contained no mayonnaise, and it contained no cheese, despite cheese being listed as an ingredient on your menu. This is not an isolated incident. I have experienced problems with my orders repeatedly--more than five times--and I have retained my receipts as documentation of these issues. I am particularly concerned that orders placed directly in person are generally prepared properly, while orders placed through DoorDash repeatedly arrive poorly prepared, incomplete, or inconsistent with the advertised ingredients. Customers should receive the same quality and ingredients regardless of how they place their orders. I request that management investigate the handling and preparation of DoorDash orders and take appropriate steps to prevent these recurring problems. Please also review the discrepancy between the ingredients advertised on your menu and those provided to customers. I am requesting a refund for this unacceptable order, along with a response explaining how this matter will be addressed. If these concerns are not resolved, I may contact the local Environmental Health Department regarding the recurring food-quality and preparation issues. I have documentation available and can provide it upon request.

Craving some Mexican food for my last meal in the bay so we stopped by Picante at the…read morerecommendation of friends! I got the tostado with shrimp diablos. The shrimp was fresh and sauce tasty without being too spicy. The corn tortilla was sturdy enough to withstand the moisture from the beans, veggies, and sauce so it still had a little crunch throughout! Veggies were fresh as well. The carne asada burrito was yummy and balanced with its ingredients. Tortilla was chewy but still able to encase all the ingredients. The pozole was on the salty side but I enjoyed the intense pork flavors as well as the large Mexican corn pieces! Bottles of salsa are self served and kept in the back in the fridge. The chipotle one was indeed tasty, savory and only with a hint of spice. Lots of seating indoor and outdoor; they have a while take out area as well! Staff were friendly!

Picante is a large, clean and modern looking Mexican restaurant located in an industrial area in…read moreBerkeley. I came here with a bunch of coworkers and the one visiting from Houston was elated to come here. I'm ashamed that despite being a Cal alum back in the day, I've never heard of this place. The restaurant is huge, with patio and indoor seating. You order and pay first at the counter, which also sports a full bar. Food comes out pretty quick from a hidden kitchen. Overall, very solid lunch for me, so 4 stars. Standouts: 1. I love their nachos - extra thick and very crunchy compared to most places. The chip is sturdy enough to hold all the salsa you want. The salsa also sticks very well - must be surface tension, LOL. 2. Speaking of salsa, the salsa verde with tomatillo is excellent. My coworker joked that he wanted to smuggle a few bottles in his luggage. 3. For drinks, the Horchata is excellent - rice-based drink that's bot overly sweet and has nice aromatic herb aroma. 4. My main entree was the Enchilada Mole Poblano chicken. Huge dish and they really lay on the sauce. Great flavors overall in the mole. Shredded chicken filling a wee bit on the dry side. 5. One cool feature is that they have a separate food stand next to the main restaurant for take-out orders. The prices are actually very reasonable, and I can see how the restaurant has thrived for decades. We were lucky to find street parking but I did some free parking lots a short walk away.