My husband and I had heard La Placita was a good spot, so we decided to give it a try. We got there around six on a Friday night and waited about twenty minutes for a table. There were quite a few people waiting, which made us feel like it would be worth it. Once we were seated, we were served chips and salsa right away, which was a great start. I ordered the carne asada and my husband got a burrito, enchilada, and taco. Everything was very tasty and really hit the spot. We thoroughly enjoyed our dinner and will definitely be back to try more! read more

La Placita - Mexican Near Me - Orangevale, California

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Hmm, guess I was there on an off night. Came in last night (Tuesday) around 5:45 and the place was packed; took the last parking spot way down by the personal trainer's studio. Promising! Ordered to-go ... first of all, the menu is outdated so what should have been my bill was $10 higher than I thought. I get it, prices go up. But when my bill was $70 and not the $50 I was expecting, I was curious. I was charged an additional $1.50 for each item that had chicken in it (mind you the menu noted there would be that extra charge for burritos and every one of those items was a taco). Then I was charged for chips and salsa when the menu said those came with the meals. So the $10 upcharge is now at $18; there's the $20 difference. Now the food. Chips were stale and unsalted. I got two salsas: one that was too spicy to eat (I had asked for mild or medium) and one that was reminiscent of a ketchup base. Hard-shell chicken taco (I asked for soft): zero flavor (but the cheese was good). Soft chicken taco: I wouldn't know as these were my daughter's but she asked where I picked up dinner because the chicken had zero flavor. 0/5 stars on the upcharged chicken tacos - guess I should have stuck with cheese tacos and avoided the upcharge. Carne asada soft taco: this one was OK, meat was a little dry but at least it was seasoned; probably the best item in the order for 3.5/5 stars. I'd say I'd give them another chance, but ask more questions before handing over an extra $20 because that's totally on me ... but when your disappointed hungry kid tells you her food has no flavor, that's a hard no for this mama bear. read more

So after finding another "Hole In The Wall" Mexican Restaurant, my wife and I decided to try this place today. Oh My Goodness, I'm so glad that we did. When we walked in we were immediately seated and after sitting for about 3 minutes we had Chips & Salsa brought to us. They bring out 2 kinds of salsa, medium and spicy. So the medium has just a little bit more spice than my wife is used to and the spicy was spicier than I'm used to. Which dont get me wrong, there are days that I can do Habanero spiciness but today wasnt one of those days that I wanted anything spicy. But onward we go with our La Placita Experience. After we got our Chips & Salsa, a lady came over and asked if we knew what we wanted to drink. I ordered Sprite and my Wife ordered a Dr. Pepper but after she told me that they have Horchata I really wanted to drink that instead. So after our drinks came to us I then ordered Huevos Rancheros and my wife ordered a Taco Salad with shredded Beef. My waitress then asked about if I wanted Flour or Corn Tortillas. Since I'm from Southern California you dont eat Mexican with Flour Tortillas. I mean you can but, for authentic Mexican you want Corn. Let me tell you that the Staff was very friendly, Professional and kept coming over to check on us to make sure that we didnt need anything extra. However they did fill up my wifes Drink a couple of times and with me drinking my Horthata, I savor that and so I didnt drink it very fast. Our food came and mine was hot, and my wifes food was hot but when we noticed the Taco Salad was very big. She began eating her Taco Salad and said that she didnt like the meat very much because it was spicy. Being that she doesnt do Spice, she just added Ranch to her Taco Salad and became bearable for her to eat. Me, I was just eating my Huevos Rancheros and my Corn Tortillas. The only thing I would do differently is I would leave the House Sauce off because it had Green peppers and I'm not really a big fan of that. Let me tell you my wife and I left full and the one thing I noticed is that as we were sitting there eating, people kept coming in. When we walked in the place was semi-packed. After we left the place was very full and there were even people sitting outside waiting to get in which tells me that if a restaurant has people waiting, you are certainly doing something right. Thanks La Placita for a very good experience. Being that we got a surprise in the beginning with Fried Flour Tortillas, Guacamole and Pico De Gallo for free, it was very delicious as well, so we will be back. The one main reason why I'm giving this a 5 Star is becuase of how they treated us and the food they fed us. Very delicious in my opinion. No wonder why this place has Great Reviews, I now see why! read more

When you walk into the shop it feels very homey with a fair amount of booth and tables. They give you chips upon arrival with spicy and mild salsa. The chips came out fresh and the salsa was delicious. Staff were very attentive as they refilled our chips and water without us having to say anything. I got the quesadilla which came with rice and beans. It tasted very homemade. Cheese was melted nicely, tortilla was toasty creating a crispy outer layer. It wasn't at all greasy which I liked. My boyfriend got the Patrick burrito which had a ton of flavor. Apparently it is one of the most popular items on the menu, and for good reasons. I'd definitely recommend if you are in the area. read more

La Placita - Quesadilla A/C - Mexican Near Me - Orangevale, California

I havent eaten at this restaurant in years. Which is strange because I always remember it being so wonderful. Im here to tell you, this place has not changed at all, its still fantastic. The waitstaff was welcoming and very nice. We were seated immediately, no waiting. The booth was super comfortable too! Service was quick and dinner came out piping hot and delicious! Don't worry about portion sizes. Even if you're hungry, you are probably still going to to have leftovers to take home. read more

La Placita - House special carne asada - Mexican Near Me - Orangevale, California

Ever had a local take you to a wonderful little hole-in-the-wall restaurant in Mexico that everything is homemade and delicious? Well, here it is! Family owned for 46 years. The food is fantastic and made fresh right there. The staff are friendly, polite, and very attentive. I wonderful place that I wish that I would have found years ago. We loved it! read more

La Placita - Machaca - Mexican Near Me - Orangevale, California

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This is a place where they have excellent service. Most customers I overheard have been coming here for years. There were regulars all around us on this Saturday evening. We were on the early side so were sat immediately by the friendly hostess. The service was attentive and quick. The atmosphere was that of a family run restaurant with a few outside tables and an inside dining room. Two groups of 11 were just sitting down when we left. The food was just ok, salsa was a little bland. I ordered flautas but there were soggy, not crisp. The beans were good though. I do not plan on returning. read more

Outdoor area seems to only be for waiting in line. 8 booths inside along with seating for an additional 46 people. We were seated immediately at noon on a weekend but it is almost a full house. We opted to split a combination plate with a beef enchilada and a chile relleno. Chips - 9 Big and lightly crisped without being soaked in oil. Hot Salsa - 8 Spicy with an almost taco sauce flavor Mild Salsa - 3 Tastes like tomato sauce..mix it with the hot one! Beef enchilada - 5 - Taste like a enchorito from Taco Bell. Lacking in flavor Chile Relleno - 4 Not crispy, not a flavorful sauce Rice - 6 Not much flavor and slightly overcooked Refried Beans - 6 - Not much flavor but cheese helps Service here is amazing and the staff is super friendly. This is used to be the best Mexican restaurant in Orangevake. I can't recommend coming here anymore. Somehow the quality of the food has went down the drain. read more

La Placita - Chips and Salsa - Mexican Near Me - Orangevale, California

Got the enchilada special and a burrito and it was so bland I thought this needs some salsa, but their salsa has no flavor no spice, no kick, my Safeway made green salsa saves the meal, how sad is that! Chips had a grainy taste so bad and not fresh tasting and the good thing I could stop on one chip! Bad thing is I wanted to enjoy the bag! You know who likes the chips my CHIWEENIE! I agree counter person was sweet, place seemed clean but I'm really there for some authentic Mexican food and this was not even close! If you like a nice bland meal this is your spot, in the meantime I'm looking for some real authentic food. I hope this place finds a new cook! read more

Not sure if I just caught this place on a bad night or what, considering everybody else seems to love it. This is, impressively, the most bland food I've ever had from a restaurant. The tacos tastes like there's no seasoning-- not even salt-- beyond what was on the tortillas. The salsa tastes like tomato juice with a pinch of salt and pepper. The enchiladas taste like a drop of tabasco was used for an entire batch of sauce. If that's what you like, then it's otherwise alright. The staff are great, and the environment is fine. But if I wanted dull chicken and flour, I could do that at home for half the time and a quarter of the price. read more

I've been coming here for 33 years and they never disappoint! My kids grew up here. Their salsa (I love the original spicy) is my all time favorite. You must order their flour tortilla chips. And my go-to Chile Verde. We no longer live in Cali, but we make sure to stop here every time we come to town. And a special thank you to Terry. She's been working here even longer and is a reason why this place is so special. read more

La Placita - 11/25 - Flour Tortilla Chips, EVERYTHING! - Mexican Near Me - Orangevale, California

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We have been coming to La Placita, and also went to La Placita dose when it was open for probably over 30 years. This is the best and most authentic Mexican food around. The owners and the waiters and waitresses are amazing. The atmosphere is wonderful we only stray when we are out of state, and even then the food does not meet la Placitas standards. We will never go anywhere else. We love them. read more

Authentic food served fast. Busy restaurant with excellent service. Will return to try something different

La Placita has been serving the Orangevale/Sacramento region for over 35 years, and I've been bringing my family here ever since we moved into the area back in 1998. The food has always been consistently delicious, the portions are generous, and the prices won't break the bank. It's no surprise the place is usually packed in the evenings -- locals know how good it is! My personal favorite is the Patrick Burrito Grande -- strips of steak with sautéed tomato, bell pepper, onion, rice, beans, and cheese. So delicious! Friendly service, authentic flavor, and a welcoming atmosphere make this place a true gem. Highly recommended! read more

La Placita - Patrick Burrito - Mexican Near Me - Orangevale, California

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Delicious food, great servers with fair prices. We take all our friends there. It's always busy but the wait is never too long and the food is worth waiting for. read more

Great family owned restaurant with great food. The staff is helpful. You can't miss eating here.

Love going to LA Pacitas. Not only is their food the best around but the staff is is friendly and helpful. The food is the best. It's my favorite. Their a 5 for me. read more

Oh man have I missed food this good. My litmus test for Mexican is tamales and this was a home run. Tamales, excellent, enchiladas were loaded with lean and very tasty beef, not the usual greasy fatty cheap garbage. Service is outstanding. Overall just a great experience. read more

Came here with my boys and my mom to eat. The food is always so good and great sizes for what you pay for it. The service is always great and the staff is always friendly and helpful and welcoming. The restaurant is always clean and so are the bathrooms as well. I have been coming here my whole life and they have watched my kids grow up and my self grow up as well. I have so many great memories here. An I will continue to come here and they treat you like family always. And they always give you a nice cold icy glass for your beer when you order them. read more

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The food is always so good. We go at least a few times a month. The service is always amazing and fast and friendly. We love the environment fun and inviting. If they have a wait it's worth it.. read more

La Placita - Nachos with red sauces and ground beef with chorizo. So good. - Mexican Near Me - Orangevale, California

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My favorite Mexican hole in the wall. Been coming here for almost 30 years ... I want to give them all the love but also don't want people to know so we can keep them our little secret Try it .. you won't be disappointed. (Unless you come on a Sunday when they're closed) read more

Not sure if the food served is old or what the issue is, but I vomit every time I've tried to eat here the past 2 years. I gave it 3 chances, I won't take a 4th. Used to love this place the last 10ish years, but I don't think I'll be back anymore. read more

Very nice restaurant. There were quite a few customers when we arrived. This is always a good sign. Service was amazing and friendly. The food is so good. A good friend recommended this Mexican restaurant. I ordered the huevos rancheros. It was excellent and made to perfection. They do not skimp on the food. My daughter ordered a cheese enchilada and chili relleno with rice and beans. She said it was amazing. Granddaughter had the carne asada tacos which was also amazing. The guacamole is made fresh (not out of a bag) and the tostada chips are actually warm when they arrive at the table. Have been searching for an authentic affordable Mexican restaurant. Found it! Definitely our go to now. read more

I absolutely love this food. It is always served hot and delicious. The Chili Verde burrito is my favorite and I pair it with a bean buritto with gravy because I love them beans. Two meals in one! Friendly, quick service and it's my first choice for mexican food. read more

La Placita - Carne Asada Taco and Chili Verde Burrito, Beans and Rice. - Mexican Near Me - Orangevale, California

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I ordered the taco salad and was very disappointed. It had about two tablespoons of beans no sour cream like it said on the menu.The guacamole was generous. The ground beef and chicken were the same price, I wish I had ordered the beef or chicken. I would highly recommend ordering a regular bean tostada for $9 instead of a taco salad for $16, unless you want a big plate of iceberg lettuce. read more

Nice partly met my expectations . But atmosphere gives you an authentic feel. This place has been here for years. Food is nice However, my rice beans and enchilada was on a dry side not a huge fan.. but the customer service was wonderful. Not a very big dining area. Good for a few people to go. read more

This used to be our go to when we lived in this side of town. We were in the neighborhood so we stopped in for lunch. The service was pleasant and fast. Our food came out hot and ready to be devoured. It's clean and very well maintained. read more

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Absolutely fantastic food! I haven't found a Mexican restaurant this good in California! I would give five stars if seating was more available. But this is a place that is well worth standing in line for! read more

I had the pleasure of going to La Placita while visiting my family recently. It is a cute and busy little restaurant with the nicest staff...ever. My family of 18 was seated quickly as we called ahead, we were all accommodated and comfortably seated. We were immediately served and the service was outstanding. The best part of the evening was the food! We had the chicharrónes and had flour tortilla chips and salsa to start us off. The food was fabulous and as each plate was placed before each person, I wished I had ordered THAT When they delivered my chile verde burrito dinner it was both pleasant to the eye and even better when I began to eat. The food was delicious as my sisters and I shared our meal, each bite better than the next. The manager visited our bustling table and asked if everything was to our liking and I have to say, there was not a single complaint. La Placita is special to our family as it was our late mother's favorite. Thank you La Placita for making my visits to NorCal special as we always meet here for dinner and enjoy the most wonderful meal. I will see you on my next visit. read more

Not good. I asked the waiter what the most popular item on the Menu is and he said definitely the Patrick Burrito, so I ordered that. The carne asada is very plain and unseasoned, almost like it was boiled in hot water to cook it. Not very authentic Mexican food, and you can tell by the crowd that eats there, if you know what I'm saying... the service was pretty good though, and friendly staff. Chips were good. The rice and beans were also good. I would compare the quality of the food and "carne asada" to that of Adalbertos... there are plenty of other great authentic Mexican spots nearby. I will definitely not be going back. read more

I apologize for the lateness of iur encounter from a few weeks back. Everything I remembered from the late 1980s. Food, Service, friendly staff, they takes pride in workmanship if they don't know the answer they'll get it for you, fills the water or offers replacement beverage b4 it's needed. Didn't rush the meal. Once my sister returns, we are coming back at opening for steak (starts with"c"?). Service is premier from opening, they let us in early, by 1140 am it was packed. They have outdoor dining tablets. Iced glasses for already chilled s. My wife is counting down the days. Ken R Updated went to lunch on August 18th, our 24th anniversary. Steak Chicana to die for, slices of tender steak, OMG. We split the dish, didn't have room. Who needs corporate when they're not and the service and staff food all are family-friendly A read more

I have been coming to this place for years and I am never disappointed. Prices are good, food is delicious and the service is wonderful. It never disappoints read more

La Placita - One item beef enchilada, rice and beans - Mexican Near Me - Orangevale, California

La Placita is long standing neighborhood restaurant in Orangevale. For the past 34 years, they have been serving up basic, simple, delicious Mexican food. The kind that was popularized in the States in the 1970s. The food and the place is not trendy nor fru fru fancy. The dishes are old school, comfort at prices at reasonable prices. The customer service is phenomenal. Every time I dine here, which is not that frequent , I am welcomed like a long lost friend. I feel very at ease and welcomed here. The clientele is diverse. This place has an easy going family friendly local neighborhood vibe. Again this place is not much to look at from the outside nor the inside. The shopping strip looks sketch but I have had no issues. The inside is basic old school table and booths. Dining room is one big open room with tables set close to each other. Not really conducive for privacy. The noise level can get loud once it gets filled which is all the time during peak dining time. The food... well I noticed folks either like it or don't. Hubs grew up with this type of food from his childhood. He luvs the food here, at La Placita, ... tacos, enchiladas, tamales, chile rellenos... all of it including the beans, rice, and salsa roja. The food and flavors are reminiscent to that generation of cuisine. I on the other hand am one of the folks that find the food filling, simple, and comforting. Not so much a gastronomical delight. My favorite item is the ground beef enchilada. Yummy ground beef, with chopped onions, baked in a corn tortilla in red sauce. Also being lactose intolerant, I have to remember to ask for no shredded cheese on top of the refried beans and entrees because they are generous with the cheese. The complimentary chips are served with a mild and a spicy hot version of salsa roja. I like the mild version. The spicy one is too woohoo spicy for me. The staff makes sure the chips, salsa, and drinks were filled. I rarely saw the bottom of the chip basket, salsa bowls, and my water glass. read more

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We have gone here several times and have always gotten great service. Everyone is so nice. The food is really good. We love this place.

From the moment I walked in to the moment I left, I have never been taken care of this well. It wasn't just one person either. Everyone who passed by refilled my drink or chips before I could even think of it. I'm not exaggerating the service was unparalleled. When the food came out, the actual plate was hot, the food was fresh, and it felt like every detail had been thought of. The people were great, the experience was excellent, and I will definitely be back. read more

We tried this restaurant because of the good reviews. The food lacks seasoning and flavor. The salsas offered are mild and hot; the mild has the consistency and flavor of watered-down ketchup and the hot is the same consistency but hot enough to burn your mouth. I asked if there was a medium option. There was not. The taco salad was a deep fried, puffy shell, bagged salad mix, shredded white chicken with no flavor and a ball of guacamole on top. My companion ordered a chile verde burrito: flour tortilla, boiled pork, and a broth (not sauce) with maybe one canned green chile in it. The restaurant is generous with chips and guacamole is excellent. Nice staff. Maybe this restaurant works in this neighborhood...not good food. read more

It's not fancy but they've got the basics down which is why they have so many return customers. Great food, good price, kind and courteous servers that make sure to refill water and chips, and managers that check in to see your taken care of. They could probably give masterclass TED talk on how to keep your restaurant business going for decades, but why when they just do it. After my dining experience last week, this was a refreshing spot to get back to basics. read more

We love coming to this restaurant for lunch, great food and friendly service. My husband loves their burritos or street tacos

Busy place so you know it is good! Fast service despite the crowd. Tasty food with large portions, and a nice big dollop of guacamole! Tucked at the end of a row of shops in Orangevale, the inside was clean and had pretty painted walls. read more

I think their food is good but, their prices are outrageous. Our family used to order their large taco kit to go and they began to include less and charge more. The last time my husband had to go back for the toppings (onions, cilantro, etc) because they forgot it and they told him that we ordered the taco wrong kit. It took 25 minutes for them to review the order and insist we were wrong instead of just allowing him to buy the extra. He eventually gave up, paid $15 for onions and cilantro only and left. This isn't how you treat loyal customers. We won't be back. read more