My husband and I shared: - Steak Quesadilla - Chicharron en Verde Burrito - Barbacoa Torta - Carnitas Taco Plate My favorite thing was definitely the burrito. I also enjoyed the torta. I thought the tacos were a bit dry and the quesadilla was a bit plain, but it wasn't bad. read more

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Food was super yummy. Great flavor. The staff was super nice. Also was very clean. We will be back again for sure. read more

La Patrona - Food Trucks Near Me - Carlsbad, New Mexico

7$ for this little ass burrito. I asked for Avocado and it barely has any. Its like they dabbed it here and there i even tipped them before i got it. On top of that broooo! look at these salsa baggies.. they look like theyre dealing drugs or something but most definitely thats a big sign that they are very cheap. Aside from that, the place looked nice and well invested in. So for that- 2.3 of 10 read more

La Patrona - Wtf is this?! - Food Trucks Near Me - Carlsbad, New Mexico

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- service was fine; we were a group of $15 and the food came out in order - no prices on anything (probably charge regulars less) - food was okay. quesadilla ($8.50 w carnitas) was good, although it cooled pretty quickly - tacos okay- steak was very very dry, barbacoa was well liked. friend paid $24 for taco plate (with extra tacos and a coke) - vegan friend (no options) ordered chips and salsa- for a total of $6 with only very small packets of sauce (not chunky salsa which he expected) - food served in takeout containers (plastic) there is some seating outside. all in all, the price is a little steep, but i guess there are no better options.... read more

La Patrona - quesadilla (sorry i took a bite hah) - Food Trucks Near Me - Carlsbad, New Mexico

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Glad we tried this place out. We were able to order through the phone, because the parking situation is horrendous. The restaurant is in an akwardly placed area that doesn't allow for proper parking so theres all these cars parked haphazardly all around the little place. Regardless of the situation, the service was good and the food was even better! My husband and daughter loved what they got (torta cubana and quesadilla with carne asada). My tacos de barbacoa were to die for. The salsa is LEGIT salsa, both the green and red were spicy and delicious. I'm a little sad they didn't have the red sauce for red enchiladas, I'm sure they would have been good! The only item that was "ok" was the chips and salsa, it was a few chips in a box. All in all, very good restaurant you have to check out if you are in Carlsbad. Make sure to call ahead! read more

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wonderful outdoor eating with plenty of shade, friendly staff, and delicious, authentic food! try the melon agua fresca for a refreshing drink after visiting the Carlsbad Caverns! read more

Tried this place for the first time and it was great! Food was delicious and our order was out very quickly. Ordered steak fries, tacos de barbacoa and red enchilada plate. The red chile was just right! Definitely would recommend. read more

La Patrona - Steak fries and tacos de barbacoa. - Food Trucks Near Me - Carlsbad, New Mexico

Inconsistent pricing. I was charged $27 for what was supposed to be a $12 meal. I was charged $8 for the same meal the previous day. All around a bad business. They also didn't believe me when I told them I was charged the inconsistent amounts. read more

You gotta go to the store to place an order. They will just hang up on you no matter how many times you call. Definitely not good customer service. What has carlsbad come too... read more

This little place used to be a food truck but is not a brick and mortar building. I cannot tell you how good it is. It is an experience that you have to have yourself. I had the green chili burrito for lunch the first day I was in town and the next morning had the breakfast burrito with green chili. Two of the best burritos I've ever had. Nothing compares. read more

Spicy and delicious Mexican food at a good pricr point. Outdoor seating is a plus. Generous serving. Highly recommended. read more

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Best Mexican food in Carlsbad New Mexico. Great prices. You can eat as cheap as five dollars.

Spicy is the word for this place. The salsas are good but really hot. Red enchiladas are not good and overly spicy, and I love hot stuff. I wanted to order 1 tamale and they would only sell 6 to me. Carna asada fries were pretty good. Surprisingly mediocre for all the people that are there every morning when I drive bye. read more

We ordered the asada fries and asada burrito. The price was ok and portions seemed small for what I am use to. I asked for rice and beans to be added but the burrito tasted like it barely had anything in it. read more

Was standing outside the window waiting for around 20 minutes and I even knocked on the window and nobody answered so I don't really know how you were meant to order? I tried calling around 5 times and nobody answered. So much for driving 1 hour for these tacos and burritos. read more

I order my breakfast from here most every morning, the food is outstanding and the service is even better. I would and do recommend this place to everyone who is looking for a good early morning breakfast here in Carlsbad. read more

Food was ok but expensive and not made correctly, they fixed but by then was 9. Their closing time. That would have been no issue as out door picnic table ex but they all left and turned out lights (saying nothing). We likely needed another 5-7 min but we're clearly rushed out. Shame. read more

Terrible customer service. I ordered a tortas, was going to get a couple tacos but the lady gave me attitude and said they only come in full orders. Asked for a receipt and she didn't know how so she got upset and handed me a handwritten one. read more

Good tacos. The problem is they are always just barely warm. Doesn't matter if you call them in or walk up And order and wait for them to be made. Lots of potential, not so great execution. read more

It's not saying much about Carlsbad, but as a Houstonian, I can honestly say this place has the best barbacoa tacos in town, and some of the best I've ever had. Each barbacoa taco, which is pretty hefty in size, is prepared with diced onions and cilantro. The tortillas aren't the best, but they don't fall apart while you're eating it, so that's a plus for sure. The red sauce is 7/10 on the hot scale. La Patrona is the kind of place you drive up to, get out and order at the window, and leave. They have setup some tables and hung lights, which actually looks pretty neat when its dark, but most people get in and get out- mostly due to the hustle and bustle of the oilfield town. This place has become my go-to taco place in Carlsbad. read more

Loved this! We got the Barbacoa Tacos, 4 little ones they were great!!! Onions cilantro & got a lime to squeeze on top. Definitely watermelon juice it was fresh not a sugar faux juice. Hubby got brisket burrito it was great too! Can't go wrong stopping here. read more

Good food! Simple and tasty. Quick service and really nice people. Must try and the Asada fries are good.

I was pleasantly surprised. I'm from California and have never seen a brisket burrito but it was good. Smaller than what I'm used to but also comparatively cheaper and good food. read more

La Patrona - Food Trucks Near Me - Carlsbad, New Mexico

Best burritos i've had in NM. Taco truck setup w/ community seating. We stopped here on the way back to Dallas and wish I could have made a second stop, will def return if i'm ever in the area again! Barbacola.. do it *They don't serve chicken, which sucks - but it's alll good here. Check it out if you're in the area. read more

Best way I know to rate La Patrona is I ate here everyday for 3 weeks straight! Issac and James thank you for the fist class service. To all the cooks, you're doing a outstanding job, all the food was authentic and delicious!!! read more

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One of the better taco joints in Carlsbad. There were too many flies outside the cashier's window. Not what I wanted to see when I was picking up my food. read more

I had the asado & cheese taco. It was pretty good, with nice strong flavors in the asado, and for $7 (note the menu prices do not include tax) I got a generous helping of four small tacos which filled me up. Simple but good. PS: I don't think this place is a food truck anymore. The truck is now parked outside of a building where the food is served. read more

La Patrona - La Patrona's storefront. Order at the window, then sit at the picnic tables outside. - Food Trucks Near Me - Carlsbad, New Mexico

Fast, friendly service and amazing food. The seating is outdoors under an awning, no restroom but I didn't mind. My friend grew up on authentic Mexican cooking and agreed the food was exactly what he was looking for. read more

La Patrona - Huevos Rancheros best I've ever had! - Food Trucks Near Me - Carlsbad, New Mexico

Yummy! I went off the other Yelp reviews and got asada tacos takeout for dinner here. They were delicious. Plenty of meat topped with onions, cilantro, a but if guacamole, and hot salsa. There were four tacos in soft corn tortillas. Very tasty and hit the spot. read more

La Patrona - La Patrona dinner menu as of 9/22/16 - Food Trucks Near Me - Carlsbad, New Mexico

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Very authentic! The carne asada was delicious! I also had the breakfast burrito with chorizo, and it was equally tasty. Decent prices, and quick service. read more

Delicious breakfast burritos! The egg with green chili and beef has a little bit of heat from the chilis. So good!!!

Food was good but a bit overpriced for Mexican Food. Hot sauce was really hot, wish they have a bit milder sauce to go with the food. The guy at the window was really friendly. read more

Mediocre at best. Over priced and honestly not worth the money. It's crazy what you can get away with in Carlsbad.

Soooo good. Was on a road trip to Vegas and came across this place so we stopped. Loved it.

Such good food! Got barbacoa tacos and green chile tacos! All outstanding. Do not miss this little food truck. Service was wonderful too! Be sure to get all the toppings he suggests. Couldn't be a better experience. read more

La Patrona - Food Trucks Near Me - Carlsbad, New Mexico

Breakfast and lunch in one stop! Great Tex-Mex. Everything I have ordered has been of great quality and made fresh they are one of the few places open at 5:30 AM and with the time to stop. I get both breakfast and Lunch at the same time on my way out of town. I highly recommend them to any other oilfield workers living on the road. Quick and convenient. read more

Great food truck. Simple menu- tortas, burritos & breakfast burritos. Lots of local workers- good sign of area approval! Got the chile relleno burrito - was great. Chile was mild but still had great flavor. Shared green chile tacos , comes 4 small street style. Was great! H had combo beef green chile burrito- very good. Would recommend for a quick & good lunch after the caverns. read more

After a long day of walking through the Carlsbad Caverns we decided to try a food truck. We looked up nearby food trucks and this was rated among the best. And it was amazing! This is honestly the best burrito I have ever had in my life. It was so authentic and it only took them a few minutes to make! The food truck location is right off the main road but it adds to the overall experience. If I lived here I would be eating here all the time! read more

La Patrona - Asada burrito was amazing! So authentic! - Food Trucks Near Me - Carlsbad, New Mexico

After our adventures in the caverns we wanted something filling. Stopped by this little gem. Barbacoa and adobado burritos were our choices and they did not disappoint. We were not the only satisfied customers, every one there was raving about their food from menudo (Saturday's only) to the nachos every customer was smiling widely and truly enjoying the deliciousness. read more

Very good Mexican food. We go here atleast 2-3 times a week. Everything has been great. Especially the carne Assad fries!