If you're looking for a quick bite while on the road, this is the place to stop. I grabbed one of their asada burritos and was not disappointed, their homemade aguas are also very good, I tried the Jamaica. Service was quick and very welcoming which I appreciated. read more

Know when you log into your Yelp page and see a list of places you checked in at recently and the little tile for that place says "Do you recommend that place". For this one I say "Heck Yeah!". So it is inside a gas station. If that puts you off then more tacos for me. I usually call ahead and they will take the order over the phone if they are not too busy to answer. If they are too busy to answer I just drive over there and place the order and never have had to wait too long. I love the chorizo burrito but everything we have had there is good and they seem to be doing a good business. Very reasonable prices for the area and honestly on par with (or better than) any of the Mexican food I have had in this town. read more

The food is amazing and authentic. We love the pork enchilada combination meal. My husband calls it in and I pick it up on my way home from work. It's always ready on time. We have this food at least once a week...so yummy! read more

If you want awesome Mexican food- then this is your go to place. And to make it even a better experience, the people behind the counter and especially the cook are so friendly- Definitely will be coming back . read more

The food was kinda pricey but it's pretty good . The lady that works in the front is kinda hot .

We stopped in here while on an RV trip because it was recommended by someone at the RV park. The food was really good! Good salsa in three different heat ranges. I had a chili relleno and a cheese enchilada. The relleno was good and the enchilada was excellent. 3 out of our party of 4 said it was excellent. I'm not so sure about the 4th because she didn't remember what she ordered but said she didn't get what she ordered. I would go there again. read more

Hahaha, who goes to this place after coming back from Mexico? We do! Haha. A group that I was with were on a search for some food on our drive back from Mexico and one of the leaders, who is Mexican, was craving Mexican. Hahaha, keep in mind, literally, we were in Mexico less than 20 hours before. Anyway, we pull into this gas station-slash-restaurant. It was SO hot coming in. But we enter through the gas station, and I laugh at this. Is this really a restaurant/gas station? Wait, or was it a corner store? I forget. But unfortunately, the food isn't the best here. We were nicely seated and got a few menus and enough time to order. After pensive thinking, I decide to get enchiladas (chicken) for their lunch special which comes with rice and beans. We all order, and they also give us free chips and salsa as we wait. I ordered a jamaica drink (it's like a flower juice). It is alright. I would rate it a 4/5. Few minutes later, we get our food. Keep in mind, I have made authentic Mexican food, have been to Mexico twice, and am aware of the culture (and continually learning the Hispanic culture and food). I get the enchiladas, and am not really impressed. It looks okay, but the taste is worse. I cut into it, and the tortilla used tastes like it was microwaved with the food. The food is not prepped the way enchiladas are made in the oven (baked) with sauce. The tortillas were sort of hard, like in a soggy way. I didn't like it, so i took it off and just ate the meat (filling) with the rice. The rice and beans weren't too bad. They were edible enough. So I settled for that. (Oh, and my dish + drink was about $9). My friends got a burrito. Not sure which one, but one friend had a nasty burrito and the other friend had a great tasting burrito. I wish I knew which one was the good one. Ehhh. My other friend ordered the safe, chicken tenders and fries. That was good, haha. Tasted like any other joint. Overall, great service, nice folks, but not the greatest food. I would never come here again. Sorry! read more

La Fogata - The not so great enchiladas :( - Mexican Near Me - Redding, California

Staying in local RV park until the snow in the pass moves on. Thrilled to have this little gem within walking distance! I had the chile verde burrito and my beloved the michoacan platter. Both delicious. Service was attentive and friendly. We're thinking we'll order breakfast burritos to go on our way out of here read more

Best food around, owners and kids that work here are very friendly as well. Been stopping here for almost 10 years

Got to say pleasantly surprised Small local ran taco shop inside the Chevron gas station with really good shredded beef and kilogram beef tacos!! read more

Very authentic food that is tasty as well as presented nicely on the plate. Al pastor is delicious Quality beans and rice The owner's children help out with serving, and I find that to be a huge bonus as it teaches them good work ethics Chips and salsa were OK, not great. I'll be returning with friends and family again! read more

La Fogata - Great chips - Mexican Near Me - Redding, California

This place is a hidden Mexican food gem!! Super nice hard working family making amazing authentic Mexican food. Beer & chilled mugs. Do not be shy to go onto the Chevron station to access this top notch restaurant. read more

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La Fogata has the best Mexican food around, services is great really friendly staff, the owners are the best, you gotta try this place.

Wow, wow, wow!! Some of the best Mexican food I've had in Redding. Carne Asada Plate is excellent!! Great rice and beans too! Excellent prices and great portions made super fresh. Best little secret around. Don't be scared that it's actually inside the Chevron Gas Station there's a whole section designated just for restaurant patrons. She runs the show herself so be patient when busy--it's worth the wait! Come for happy hour and $4.50 margaritas buy one get one free! Now I need to come back to try the breakfast burrito. read more

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We are snow birds and we make this a must go to restaurant. Found this place by mistake 6 years ago. Now I'm hooked.

Great Mexican food made by a nice family. If anyone gave this place less than 5 starts they are lying because this place is great. A nice hole in the wall to surprise your friends/ family with. Order the margaritas! read more

Stopped on our way home for a quick bite and weren't disappointed. Fast service, fair prices, and delicious carne asada burrito. Recommended! read more

Nice little hidden stop in the Chevron station. Beats having to go all the way in to redding. Food is good, service was quick.

In the middle of no where. The food was good the prices where fair, the service was lacking. But that is probably because they were not very busy and we were served by the daughter of the cook. read more

Best Mexican food you can get from Anderson to Dunsmir. Great staff and service. The Chorizo breakfast burrito is so dang good I'd be hard pressed not to finish it. The salsas and food are all hand prepared making them taste as if they were homemade. Honestly even the rice and beans are good. Mini Tacos, enchiladas and rolled taquitos won't disappoint even the most experienced of pallets. 10/10 I go again quite often. Worth waiting to drive through Redding to get here rather than stop someplace closer. read more

the food was absolutely TERRIBLE...completely flavorless and barely edible. I will never, ever go back...a total waste of thirty bucks on a meal for four to go. Go to Los Gordos, Chipotle, Senor Rosas or Burrito Bandito but don't waste your money at La Fogata. read more

The best value in burritos in Redding comes from this restaurant in the form of the "Grande" burrito. I have been going to this restaurant for over a year and have found the food to be of a high quality, the only complaint I have heard is that with its low number of staff(mainly a husband and wife), if it gets crowded then service can be slow but I have only seen that happen once or twice. In early 2008 or late 2007 they have relocated to a shared space with a gas station convenience store, but the food is just as great as ever and the prices have stayed the same. My favorite burrito they serve is the chile colorado, though the chile verde is a close second. The burritos strike an outstanding balance of the 3 principal internal ingredients of beans, meat, and rice and they are not stingy with the cheese on top. Here's a hint on their location: take the Wonderland Blvd. exit. read more

Hands down the best Mexican food in the Redding area. Prompt and polite service dishing up authentic Mexican cuisine. This is my go-to, and you should make it yours, too! read more

The food is delicious here. Authentic mexican and enormous proportions. I had the cheese enchiladas with refried beans. They were covered in the yummy cojita cheese. It's worth the drive to Mountain Gate. I gave it a 3 star because the the owners seemed rushed and agitated. Like we might have been imposing on them by eating there. I don't normally like to write reviews about service. But love in the food can be tasted and so can rushing and agitation. Not sure if it was a bad day for both of them? Don't even mind that it's in a gas station, I find that cool and unique. But I do hope they are more calm and present when i go in again. I do plan to eat there again because the food is great. read more

Meats are decent but 7$ for a relatively small burrito that comes with meat only in a super burrito size tortilla.. I would like to go back and ask for a burrito with more stuff in it but that might crest the 10$ burrito plateau .. First impression is overpriced . I shouldn't be able to eat 2 7$ burritos and still be hungry but I did end up with a whole lot of extra tortilla and the burritos don't come with beans or rice.. I would like to try again since I love Mexican food and talk to the ladies about making me a fan.. They seem nice.. I have been so many places where just a little bit more enthusiasm in the kitchen can make a whole lot of difference but that can interfere with food cost... More food for the money please read more

If I ever go back to this place, it will be for the owner's 2 lovely kids. They were so playful. The little one kept coming back to me & I got busy playing with him rather than enjoying my food. I still miss them. Food is good. read more

My new favorite spot for sit down Mexican food. I ordered had the beef and bean burrito with rice. The food arrived hot and the service was prompt and friendly. Probably the best tasting burrito I have had in quite some time. I like that its a little hole in the wall mom and pop operation. Will definitely be coming back for more. read more

Really enjoyed this place. Food was good, staff was awesome. Took a menu home and will be ordering again from this place very soon!

Don't worry about the outside (it is inside the Chevron station). Once you get inside, it is a normal restaurant. Food is really good. I had the macho burrito and was happy. read more

i just starting eating my taco dinner and omg i am in heaven

Food was great! Asked for my vegi's in my fajita to be well done and it was cooked perfectly. Walked over from RV Park.

They are still open and cooking some good food. We both had their Grande burritos, wife grilled chicken and myself ground beef, both great flavor, the right amount heat and large enough to bring a lil leftover home. Not bad for 15.00. The only bad thing was chef was our waiter, too, and didn't offer to top off our drinks, check on satisfaction, etc, perhaps another empl failed to show for work, will give benefit of doubt. read more

Geat authentic Mexican food, not the best location ( inside a gas station ) i always get mine to go. But ir is very good

A real hidden gem. For absolutely fantastic, authentic Mexican food, enter the store at the Chevron station and turn to the right. Along the far wall is the entrance to La Fogata. You can take an order to go, or you can sit at a table to order and enjoy the wonderful food. In several visits, we tried the Chile Verde, shredded beef Tacos & Taquitos, shredded beef Burritos, and Carne Asada. Delicious! Excellent rice & beans. The family that owns the restaurant are very nice, friendly and attentive, and they offer a wide range great food. read more

Great restaurant. Only four stars because mexican food is always better in Mexico. Five adults in our group, we all liked our meals very much. Will definitely go back when in the area next. Large portions, fresh ingredients, friendly proprietors. read more

they didn't refill any of our drinks or check in and see how we're doing once. food was okay, not great