I *really* wanted to like this place. It is located a five minute drive from my work and I love mexican food. I discovered it one day and was looking forward to trying it out. The menu items were very authentic and I can appreciate that they offer breakfast as well as shrimp dishes. I liked that most of the menu items had photos. I placed an order for the shrimp a la diabla to go by phone with Alan confirming there was no dairy in the dish itself, due to a dairy *allergy*. He affirmed there was none in the sauce. When I arrived to pick up my order, I was completeluy disappointed that my order was covered in shredded cheese. It was very frustrating considering the short time, but I re-explained my allergy and had the kitchen prepare a new dish. While I was waiting, I asked Alan for a couple more salsa containers to be able to try one of each from the salsa bar and he wanted to charge me .50c each container after they messed up my order. I was beyond frustrated that I was not able to fully enjoy my meal before rushing into work. The shrimp a la diabla, to its credit, was some of the best I had tasted in the area and had a decent amount. It was such a let down of an experience for me to ever go back. Terrible customer service. read more

I love traditional, Mexican food. The ingredients are made so fresh. I had to have a quesadilla with slice to be otherwise known as the "quesadilla de asada" Cheers, fresh vegetable vegetables, and grilled onions. Mix the pizza made this a wonderful breakfast. But I really did the trick because I ordered the large orange juice thinking 12 or 16 ounces. I think I got the 24 ounces lol this thing is literally a trashcan size of orange juice and it's delicious. I love the open area seating in the television you're playing de Fresh coming out. The ocean goes through the restaurant and with a wonderful food that's been good. It is a gift every time the tide comes in and brings with it and aroma of deliciousness. . read more

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Conveniently located in midtown neighborhood in Ventura. This Mexican restaurant is authentic! Delicious food, great prices, Mexican music playing and clean! Above all friendly and fast service! I will be a regular customer read more

La Tapatia II - Taco plate - Mexican Near Me - Ventura, California

First off, so good! We ordered : Taquitos plate with rice and beans. I wish it came with sour cream but I'm sure I can add it next time. I love that it comes with the lettuce and guac. Added the green sauce on the taquitos and it was exactly what I needed! Perfect crunch and not soggy . Asada burrito with no rice was good too. They also serve beer by the bottle and can which was a plus in my books! read more

La Tapatia II - Chicken taquitos plate 2023 - Mexican Near Me - Ventura, California

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the best place to go if you want mexican food, located in Ventura really like the food, really recommend you this place if you want to try Mexican food for the first time, and the service is amazing. read more

This is the real deal!! The food is made from scratch. Clean - fresh, and yummy!! You get big juicy chunks of meat on your plate. Rather that small pre. cut meat that looks like cat food. The food is the bomb!!! read more

Food was just alright. Ordered 4 street tacos. (2 pastor, 2 asada) 2 chicken taquito plates. And a cheese quesdilla. My total was $61!!!!!!!!!!! Yea i dont know when mexican food got so pricey, i totally understand inflation and stuff but lets say each chicken taquito plate was $15, and then my 4 tacos were $15. Does that make the cheese quesadilla $15??? Lol i dont know man i feel like i was HEAVILY taxed getting food from here. Service was actually really good however, kid that took my order was cool and patient Also digged 2 self service salsa bars. But due to how expensive this place is for the amount of food you get i probably wont be coming back. Food overall was decent. Wasnt the best mexican food ive ever had but was far from the worst. read more

High quality and tasty. This is an authentic Mexican restaurant. I have enjoyed their Al Pastor, Carnitas, and Carne Asada burritos. Every time I have been pleased with the quality and spice. It is true they only offer two salsa cups, but you can refill the cups if you need more. I find I do refill one cup with mild salsa, but only need one fill of their spicy salsa. I'm a fan of their food. I think about it as my week progresses. When am I going to try it next? I've only had their burritos so far, but the other menu items I see on tables look really tasty. Especially the soups. I recommend this place. Good people there too. read more

This is everything I want out of a hole-in-the-wall Mexican restaurant. The staff is welcoming and helpful and the food is amazing by my taste. My go-to is either the super burritos or the super nachos, both served as larger than average sizes! Although the interior is not super fancy or interesting, it is far from dirty and the tables inside are always clean. I get food from here a few times a month and I would recommend it to anyone looking for a good meal for a good price! read more

Love this place. Some of the tastiest authentic Mexican food in Ventura. My favorites are the pastor tacos and pastor burrito. I also love the taquitos, spicy shrimp, fish tacos, loaded nachos, and pozole on the weekends. And the different salsas they offer are all amazing! read more

This place is literally a hidden gem. I am always skeptical on trying menudo or pozole at new Mexican locations, but decided to give this place a try (didn't want to wait an hour for the other restaurant I was planning on going to to open). I went around 9am with my wife (yes they are open that early on weekends. The food was amazing. Hands down, best pozole I've had in awhile and the menudo was also delicious. My wife and I tried each others food. She also ordered the juevos rancheros and I had the chorizo with papas burrito. Every single good item was amazingly good. You won't be disappointed eating here. Whoever is making the food in that kitchen makes it with love! I will definitely be back....most likely this weekend! read more

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Unfortunately the food is lacking flavor all around. The Spanish rice is plain, completely unflavored, just orange. The cheese enchiladas I ordered were immensely sweet! and my breakfast burritos were stuffed with burnt and charred bits of papas and bacon. Overall missing authentic flavor. Not worth it especially for the prices. read more

Not super fancy but i loved my super burrito. They made it quickly and i took it to go. I'll have to come back and try more things on the menu read more

There food is nasty and tasteless is like they need help learning how to cook. And there salsa bar not good either. I would not suggest to come over here. read more

I really enjoy the food at all the La Tapatia locations. This location has poor customer service. The woman behind the counter is the rudest person ever. I have gone here for years. I'm friendly and always say hello, but her responses are always short and rude. God forbid they make a mistake on your order, and you mention it to her because she will roll her eyes and make you feel like you just stole her last dollar. Also Don't ask for salsa in your burrito because she will tell you that there is salsa for you to get while you are there from the salsa bar, but then when you ask for cups for salsa, she only gives you two cups because that's all you need per burrito according to the burrito master. SMH!! This woman needs a tortilla smack in the face lol. read more

I went here and asked for a super burrito wet. 19$ later I got a sub par burrito. No sour cream. No guacamole. No flavor. I will not be returning. Do not recommend. read more

La Tapatia II - Carne asada burrito - Mexican Near Me - Ventura, California

I wasnt expecting much from this place. I've ordered twice and both times have been pleasantly surprised! Definitely underrated! The staff is friendly the food has great flavor. read more

I slept on this place for a long time because they used to be cash only. Went in there one day on a whim when I actually had cash (because Corrales and Las Delicias de Abuelitas were closed), and not only did I learn that they take credit card, but that I've been missing out on the best chorizo breakfast burrito I've had in a long time. Sure, the ambiance isn't much and the little plaza seems sketchy, but come on - just get it to go. Very reasonable prices, really good burritos, the spicy avocado salsa is great. They were also very nice and FAST. No more waiting around 20-30 minutes for a burrito like you will at Corrales. If you're in the area or live nearby, it's definitely worth stopping into for a quick bite. read more

La Tapatia II - Mexican Near Me - Ventura, California

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I'm over this place do not come here. Prices have gone up 500%. Prices are also not consistent, with one lady it's $9 and the other 11$. This place went down hill. Be careful who you order from and be sure to ask for prices. This little girl that works here is always changing up pricing, making things sometimes 2$ different then the last time. If she wasn't here this place would be 4 starts again. Post your prices on the board read more

Es mi primera y última vez comiendo en este lugar la comida muy mala sin sabor , la horchata malísima . Lo peor es cuando fui al baño asqueroso no había papel la taza estaba toda embarrada de popo . Inaceptable que no puedan mantener limpio un baño dentro de un establecimiento que es utilizado para comer. NO LO RECOMIENDO . read more

Came by with the wife, not feeling totally hungry we just split a plate of their super nachos w/chicken. We waddled out both stuffed. Everything was fresh and delicious. Thumbs up ! Big time Muy Bueno ! read more

I'm happy with this place. Good food at a reasonable price and quick friendly service. Isn't that the way it should always be? Thank you to the owners for getting it right. read more

Stumbled onto this place because it was close to my motel. My dinner was the chili reyeno plate. Maybe the best I've ever had.

Delicious !!best in Ventura Amazing costumer service ,so many good and bomb salsas everything is absolutely amazing and all I can say is I HIGHLY recommend eating here read more

Been eating this stuff for over a year and you really need to order the carne asada torta with Avocado. This is a real hole in the wall and doesn't look like much from the outside, but the portions are really worth it. Went with my mother and she tried the ceviche tostada wich she really enjoyed. The tostada was really packed with tons of fish and very citrusy, so I highly recommend the tostada and the carne asada torta (which I've had for years) (with avocado). They also have their own sauce on the salsa bar (mild on the far left and habanero on the far right side. Ignore the prostitution near the motel but if you got the cash it's all you, but for 12 bucks you get a big fat juicy carne asada torta, packed ceviche toastada and extra large horchata drink with chips. They even have a 42" TV on the inside and have a fridge with beers by the bottle. Another thing that looked real popular (every table had one ordered) was the mexican shrimp cocktail, will definitely try this next time! Good food, big portions and really good horchata for a real decent price. read more

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The menudo is amazing, the food is always tasty, and the salsa bar is still one of the best around! I recommend the carne Asada burrito or al pastor. My kids love the quesadillas, rice and beans. Always great service and friendly, this place is one of Ventura's best kept secrets! read more

La Tapatia II - Salsa bar at la tapatia II - Mexican Near Me - Ventura, California

Love this Place! Carne Asada Burrito is delicious. Food is always great. Huge portions. They give great customer service fast friendly staff and Good parking. Great place to stop and grab a bite to eat. This Place is in Between Cordellos Pizza and Discovery Ventura. read more

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This place is a real unsung gem! The Mojarra Frita is outstanding. I have also enjoyed the bacon breakfast burrito, which is served piping hot. The salsas are good as is the pico de gallo. They have an interesting menu (gorditas, hurraches, etc.). I do agree with AI G., the prices are not listed and seem to fluctuate a bit. I may need to pay more attention to that. read more

One of my go to spots for a bomb pastor burrito. There spicy avocado salsa is amazing.

Just stopped by on our way from Los Angeles to Pismo Beach. The staff was super friendly and the Borito I had was absolutely fantastic! We also got some tortillas, very nice. read more

La Tapatia II - Mexican Near Me - Ventura, California

So I ordered a burrito with chorizo, beans and cheese only. Whoever was on the phone read my order back to me things were fine. When I get there to pick up my burrito and I get to work I see it has eggs and potatoes in it. I don't want eggs and potatoes in it! So when I call them back to tell them they tell me to come in for a refund. I didn't even want a refund I just wanted another burrito but instead the owner asked me not to come there anymore. I can't believe this shit, instead of thanking me for continuing to patronize his business for years even after a lot of my orders are WRONG he comes up with this crap. It's not my fault you guys fix my food wrong. I helped grow this business! Sent many many family members and coworkers there over the years. You're an idiot sir and I will be more than happy NOT to come into your business anymore. The food wasn't that good anyway it's just convenient and close to my house. Have a blessed day. And by the way I will ask all of my family members my friends and my coworkers not to come there either. read more

Ugh. I have been meaning to update my review - I stopped eating here. Why? I found a hair in my nachos, and NOT the kind that grow on your head. How the hell that got in there, hmmm you know what I DON'T EVEN WANT TO KNOW! I didn't speak up or say anything since I was grossed out and embarrassed because the place had a lunch crowd and the people that own/work there are really nice. I didn't want to ruin their hustle. -.- read more

Great food as usual, got my Sunday carne asada burrito fix. Good variety at the salsa bar, my favorite is the avocado. Walked in and got my order to go...food was out and handed to me in a few minutes...you can't beat that!! read more

La Tapatia II - Asada burrito with beans cheese rice and cilantro - Mexican Near Me - Ventura, California

Not impressed. Food didn't have much flavor. Nachos were terrible and tasted like maybe the chicken was boiled in tap water. We love Mexican food and live across the street. Bummer... lady who served us has no personality either. Didn't finish our food. read more

La Tapatia's burrito has ruined me for all other burritos. I had the Chile Relleno burrito -- and what a combo! So cheesy, a nice level of heat, the smokey flavor of the pepper, the soft squishy enfolding tortilla (not too thick!) and (because of all the people recommending a "wet" burrito) a layer of cheese and tomato sauce on top. SO. GOOD. Especially drizzled with the avocado salsa -- just amazing. This is the kind of hole-in-the-wall Mexican spot that I always look for when we are travelling, but this place sets a new high watermark. It's not a place I would necessarily sit and linger -- it's just a bunch of bare tables, no ambiance -- but as a place to get AMAZING food, it's a winner! read more

This place is one of The Best Mexican Restaurants in Ventura, CA!! I have literally been coming here since they opened and I knew the original owners from Santa Barbara, CA...called La Tapatia on Milpas Street. Marcos and his lovely wife are just Amazing as are there staff and familia....it is a neighborhood Mexican restaurant serving Breakfast, Lunch, & Dinner. The clientele is a mix of Mexicans and Gringos who know their Mexican food. Most importantly the food is Marvelous!! The Super Wet Burritos are Amazing and Marcos is the best cook ever. I love their little place in the hood and only live 5 blocks from there and it never disappoints me. Their Carnitas is outstanding and Marcos will make it crispier if you request that. The Al Pastor is WOW!! I love their tacos and they are twice the size filled to the brim with meat and get it "todo" with everything on it. The Sopas, Tostados (try the Ceviche one...very good), Chili Rellenos, and some of the Best Chicken Mole I have ever tasted is amazing. People rave about their shrimp cocktail too, but I have yet to try it. They have a salsa bar which has guacamole sauce and SPICY GUACAMOLE SAUCE with ground little tiny pieces of Habanero Chili's in it and it does not disappoint at all. Last time I was there Marcos had finally added a Habanero Salsa to the bar in addition to a Red & Green Salsa's. They also have carrots, jalapenos, and lemon. Marcos PLEASE keep the Habanero Salsa flowing...it was great for the people who like their salsa Caliente. Marcos ... my one complaint is PLEASE ADD THE CRUNCHY POTATO Tacos back on the menu ....they were the BEST EVER and us Gringo's LOVE THEM....PLEASE!! They usually have a good World Football(soccer) match on or a Mexican Novela on the TV. To all you Gringo posers out there TRY THIS PLACE...the food blows away the competition....no offense, but Corralles and Yolanda's just don't do it for me. This is Traditional Mexican Food and you will not be disappointed. I would say the best time to go is for Lunch, when everyone is at the top of their game. Also their Bathroom is always clean and inside, just ask and they will direct you to it. Peace and Thank you for making My Family and I so Happy with your Great Food. read more

After riding my bicycle past this place numerous times, I finally gave it a try. I got camarones a la diabla to go. So damn spicy, so damn tasty. I will have to go back. The shrimp was absolutely amazing, even though my stomach was reeling from the heat the next day. I'll write more as I get to try other dishes. What others say holds true for me: great big tvs, friendly staff and good beers in the fridge. But, man was the shrimp spicy and tasty! read more

Recently went there and it seems as if food has changed. Used to have best burritos, Chilaquiles had too much sour salsa in them and I probably won't be going back. I used to be a regular and it's sad to see their horchata is not homemade like before. Service is not always friendly. I honestly will say that they've changed, that's just unfortunate. Recientemente fui a comer y parece que la comida ha cambiado. Tenían los mejores burritos y la salsa de los chilaquiles estaba amarga. Probablemente no regresare. Lástima que la horchata es de máquina y no de receta. Servicio puede mejorar. Desafortunadamente puedo decir que cambiaron porque yo iba mucho. read more

Decent burritos (the same quality as Corralles). Good guacamole on the veggie burritos. The salsa is gross. It's nice that they speak spanish there as does most of their clientele. It's pretty cheap and they have pozole and menudo on the weekends. read more

Awesome location, great prices, sweet people who work here. Everything here is killer! read more

La Tapatia II - big fat homemade tortilla... YUM - Mexican Near Me - Ventura, California

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