I stopped by here after lunch because my partner did not want to go given their menu wasn't to his taste. But as someone who grew up in Texas, it absolutely was up my alley. I ordered the chips and salsa as well as the machete. The machete was half and half with lengua (tongue) and suadero. Given the price, I was expecting something large and they absolutely delivered on that. It was well cooked, the lengua had a nice flavor to it, and I appreciated the hot sauces available on the table. The decor inside is very nice, however, when I went in the restaurant had a scent of bathroom cleaning products. Not just a fresh or clean smell, but that scent you get from those overly scented chemical products. To be honest, that was the only downside. If it wasn't so strong and overpowering, I don't think I would have given anything less than five stars. The food is absolutely amazing, the portions are awesome, and the prices are very reasonable. I highly recommend going here and getting the food and I will absolutely be back. read more

Los Alambres - Machete with lengua and suadero - Mexican Near Me - Vancouver, Washington

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Fantastic restaurant in the corner of a shopping plaza. You order up front and they'll bring your food to where ever you sit. We ordered a few different items to split. The machete with 1/2 asada and 1/2 pastor. The quesadilla was crispy and the meats delicious. The machete went really well with the green avocado sauce. Rice and beans were flavorful as well. And to top off our meal...we got a asada gordita. The crumbs of cheese plus the super crunchy/flaky shell gave the meat an extra texture of deliciousness. I would definitely return! read more

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Best torta Cubana around food is bomb highly recommend going here also have really good sauces read more

Great food here! Friendly customer service! Got some to go food and was really great experience!

I've passed this place many times but never had the time to stop or they were closed. Today my husband and I decided to check it out. We got our food Togo and oh my. This might be our new spot. Really quality and delicious Mexican food. I ordered the chilaquiles with eggs (verde) sooo good. And my husband ordered the breakfast burrito. We will definitely be back to try more things on the menu. Service and food were 5/5! read more

Los Alambres - Mexican Near Me - Vancouver, Washington

Eat here!! super yummy, nice staff and really good salsa too! Will be back when I am in the area again. read more

This is a local gathering spot nestled in a corner of a strip mall. The interior is a bit dark with a cafeteria vibe, but the hanging umbrellas, from the ceiling, added a bit o' whimsy. Customers pick up a menu on the way in and order at the counter, then grab a number. Your food is delivered at your table. We both ordered meat based dishes. One was tough, the other pretty good. Also, when we ordered, we were asked if we wanted chips and salsa. I asked if it was included in the lunch. The lady nodded. Later, I noticed that we were charged $4.00 for a tiny mound of cold, thick chips and a small bowl of salsa. (getting tired of paying for things that used to be included in the lunch or dinner...especially at these prices). The seasonings were nice and the dishes were made hot and fresh. The total came to $36. I wouldn't say the staff was unfriendly, perhaps more "mechanical." There isn't much here that makes me want to come back, tho. I think this place is more for neighborhood regulars. read more

I am disappointed in myself for taking so long to find this spot. Was in the area past the lunch hour and was in search of a hearty meal. Yelp pointed me in this direction. Thank goodness. Owners had a food truck in Portland for 7+ years before opening this spot 4 years ago. Stepped in on a hot day and started with a Horchata to cool off. They provided chips and salsa while we waited for our dishes. The horchata and chips and salsa were tasty and I knew good things were coming our way. I ordered their special Los Alambres. It's Mexican sausage, asada, bell pepper, onions, ham, grilled, with melted cheese on top and served with corn tortillas. Delicioso. My partner inhaled every bite of his. No tasting for me. Staff was very friendly and quick to serve and the dining room is bigger than you'd expect with the location in this little strip mall. We found a new favorite spot in Vancouver. read more

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I saw a Tic Tok advertising this place and since it's up the street from where I live went to try it out! Overall experience was fast and friendly service! The menu has a lot of great choices! I ordered the green chilaquiles! The dish didn't whoa me but it was edible! There's plenty of tables to sit at! I paid $25 for the dish and chips and salsa! A little Pricey but most places are nowadays! read more

I love this restaurant so much! I got the breakfast burrito, and it was soo good! The employees are amazing and are super helpful! I would definitely suggest. read more

I've had this place many times but realized I've never left a review, it's one of my go tos when I need something fast but delicious! They are consistent, clean and the staff is kind. I recommend the torta cubana & the specials are always different but great deals with a lot of good food they will have them displayed but I love it hereee! read more

Los Alambres - Torta cubana - Mexican Near Me - Vancouver, Washington

The food isn't as good as it used to be when they first opened. The menu says one price and when you pay it's another. Menu price $12 for a Suadero burrito they will ring you up $15 I brought it to their attention and the older lady was rude I think she's a manager. She's lacking in customer service sad to say. Make sure you get a receipt and pay attention to the prices read more

Really great staff, super friendly, even when we showed up right at closing. Awesome food, Great prices, quality service. Thank you again for putting up with us read more

A coworker told me about this place & said they had the best Tortas & Machetes! I decided to get Chips + Salsa, Birria Ramen (doesn't come with meat in it FYI), Carnitas & Pastor Tacos, Chicken Quesadilla & Plantanos Fritos! Let me tell you, very delicious all around! Staff was helpful and friendly. Nice decor & atmosphere, I'll be back for sure! So yummy!! read more

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Discovered this place a few years ago and realized I haven't reviewed it yet. Stopped in this afternoon with my husband for some street tacos. They were good but I feel like the meat could have been seasoned more... The price went up to $3.25/taco. We usually always get the carne asada and chicken tacos. We decided to sit out front on one of the benches because it was nice out. The staff was so great. They came out and wiped the table for it and it wasn't even dirty. I think they just wanted to make sure it wasn't dusty and that it was clean for us because I'm assuming people haven't sat outside in awhile since it's been cold. The 2 waitresses brought out 4 hot sauces, water, napkins and chips and salsa. At the end of our dining, we were cleaning up and getting ready to bring everything back inside (plates, hot sauces, cups, napkins) but before we could even make it through the door, they were already coming out to take the plates and everything from us! The service was so great today! read more

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I met a peer here for lunch, and while waiting for her arrival, i went to sit on one of the bemches outside. As soon as i sat, the flimsy bench buckled and sent me to the ground. The owner of the business next door came out to check on me, yet no one came out from Los Alambres. I went inside told then what happened and that my knee was bleeding, they didn't seem concerned. My peer showed up, we ordered (she really wanted to come here), they finally gave me something to clean my knee and a band aid. Customer service is ALWAYS at the top of my list. On that alone- I will not be returning. read more

Los Alambres - Mexican Near Me - Vancouver, Washington

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Always enjoy this place. Whether you're trying a Machete for the first time or enjoying more traditional Mexican food options, you can't go wrong with this place. read more

Service was great! Waitress was super sweet. But the food, blaaaaahh. Case and point, see images I posted. I get it. I wasn't expecting a mountain of fries. But damn. Burritos were real mushy, cause the rice was mushy. Suadero taco was bland. The chorizo was super bland. Asada had a nice saltiness but, couldn't save the food. You might like it. One star from us. read more

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Really hate to do this, and only a few days later, but I have to keep the reviewing consistent and be fair. Just happened to be nearby and my wife suggested we get some food here again. Even before going inside, I joked that the older lady who is generally at the register didn't seem to like me the last time I'd been there, which was strange. But then after going inside and quickly looking at a menu, we stepped in line to order. After the folks ahead of us ordered, the older lady at the register couldn't get away from the register quickly enough to find someone else to take our order, while she stood there and glared at me from about three feet to the side. Again, weird but... okay? The family ahead of us got their food, ate and was on the way out the door as we sat there waiting for a fairly small order. One of the people in the family said, "Wow, you're still waiting?" before they left lol. Food was good, as usual. There didn't seem to be quite as much meat in the gorditas as there usually is, not a big issue. I was surprised by the service though. The order took forever and nobody was even close to being nice. [shrug] It's a small business, not a huge space, seems family-owned, etc. Personally I like supporting those kinds of businesses and giving them my money. But this is a situation where just being cordial and acting like you actually want my business is a really low bar to clear, and it's so odd that multiple people working in a small business like this won't clear that bar. But needless to say, if they don't want my business, no problem. read more

Food is on another level. I love me some good quality Mexican food and this is the spot! I felt like the quality reminded me of a good hole in the wall spot in Mexico. Customer services was outstanding. I highly recommend this spot. read more

Los Alambres - Mexican Near Me - Vancouver, Washington

Was happy with the food here. I had the machete (half steak half mushroom and cheese) and my wife had the huarache. A selection of 4 sauces were provided to the table and were necessary to add some flavor to the machete. My wife felt that the huarache was seasoned enough. This is a casual restaurant, pay first then the food is delivered to your table. Staff was friendly. read more

Los Alambres - Machete - Mexican Near Me - Vancouver, Washington

The food was not what used to be, and the prices to high for the product. We won't be back for sure, this use to be a great place !!

We weren't planning on staying so we ordered it to go, but finished our meals here. We wanted to try it before we left then we kept eating it it was too good. Didn't even take a proper before photo. Food is amazing, 10/10 and the service was great! Will be ordering in next time. read more

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Such great food. Friendly staff and large area to dine. I've been here only a handful of times and everything I have eaten has been very authentic and good read more

Delicious! Good food. So authentic, feels like being in Mexico City! The machetes can be done 1/2 and 1/2 with ingredients. Tacos were great! And they have glass cokes! read more

Los Alambres - Machete - Mexican Near Me - Vancouver, Washington

very kind and friendly and delish meals, there drinks are amazing the area and space so cool very pretty decorated read more

Los Alambres - Mexican Near Me - Vancouver, Washington

The service was very prompt and friendly...nice atmosphere and a lot of options on the menu. But the real reason for my rating...The Torta. We had the Torta Cubana and it was the very best Torta I've had in my life bar none; What's more, it was one of the best sandwiches of ANY kind I've ever had. Everything was fresh, hot and of high quality and the bread appeared to be homemade which just elevated things to another level. One of the best options in Vancouver for good quality Mexican food. read more

This place is most likely the Best in Vancouver! So many things to choose! We had the soup - bean and ham and all sorts of deliciousness! We ordered the Chorizo Machetes and the Carne Al Pastor Huaraches. Soooo good! Oh my goodness! I ate almost half of my Huarache and took the rest to go. This place does not disappoint! Great and friendly service. Food came out quick too. We highly recommend this place and will definitely return!!! read more

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You've got to appreciate this place for what it is: one of the few places in the Portland metro area where you can get legit Mexico City style food from a normal place. A fine dining experience it is not. This place earned its five stars for me simply for being the only place that has decent chilaquiles in the region. They also get five stars for a birria that is miles better than Papi Chulo's with about 10% the hype. Oh, and if they are going to charge you $4 for an horchata, the size will at least match the price. We'll be back :) read more

Went for lunch on Saturday I ordered 3 Keka with steak theses were the bomb so tasty the place was packed but the food came out quickly definitely worth a trip back read more

Yum! My husband and I were looking for somewhere new to grab tacos and decided on this place after seeing they have machetes on the menu which is an oval quesadilla with two meats. Sounded amazing but I had it in my head it was a big taco for some reason so we didn't end up ordering it since it was in fact a quesadilla, and dairy is no bueno when you have a sensitivity to it. Hubs got an assortment of tacos and loved all his meats, I got chicken, al pastor, and a taco del barrio which had fries on it (yum). My favorite was the last mentioned, I loved the chorizo on it. Not too greasy, yay! The tortillas are really good and we loved all the salsas, especially the red chipotle one. We'll be back! read more

Los Alambres - Taco del barrio, pollo taco, al pastor taco - Mexican Near Me - Vancouver, Washington

Went for dinner after a friend's recommendation. It's a walk up and order at the front kind of place- they bring your food to the table. Really interesting menu with a lot of items not found at other mexican/tex-mex places in the area. Tried the torta with Carne Asada and my daughters had a black bean burrito and Carne asada tacos. Of course, I tried them all and all were excellent. Really friendly staff, short wait for the food. Only downside is no alcoholic beverages at all- not sure if those will be added later, but if you're the owner, please do!! I'm so glad this place opened close to home- I'll definitely be back. read more

Los Alambres - Torta with Carne asada, cheese, avocado, tomato and spiced veggies. - Mexican Near Me - Vancouver, Washington

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We enjoy this authentic mexican place frequently service is fast and great. This is the most authentic place I have found in Vancouver. We go to Mexican often and while others might pride themselves for being true mexican food this is the closet you will get. They have a large seating area for those who choose to dine and with free chips and salsa. One of the waitresses bought my toddler fries one time due to how busy they were just a nice touch. They make aguas frescas of any kind for a great price my favorite is lime, cucumber and pineapple. For nights we are looking to just do pick up online is straight forward and quick. read more

Best Mexican in Vancouver. There's nothing else that comes close. Everything is super fresh and well seasoned, great service too. They have a lot of items on the menu that you can't find in other places in the state. read more

My husband and I read about this place in an article of good eats in Vancouver and decided to give it a shot. He grew up in Woodburn around a plethora of really good Mexican spots so we've been wanting a solid go-to on our side of the state. We loved it! They're super filling and the meat is very flavorful. I had a Horchata, and it was AMAZING! Absolutely loved it. They bring you a tier of 5 different sauces to dip in to and they're ranging from no spicy flavors at all to extremely hot, whatever you prefer. I absolutely loved it and can't wait to be back! read more

Los Alambres - Machete, Quesadilla - Mexican Near Me - Vancouver, Washington

Great authentic food! Check it out! No alcohol served at the restaurant if that is a game changer or not..

Love this place and love the great service! It has really fresh tortillas and amazing authentic food.

Good authentic Mexican food in Vancouver, Washington. Im from Ca where traditional Mexican food flows through my hometown and many California communities. Their menu and the flavor of their food was very close to home. A small little restaurant who puts out big flavors. You must order the Machete, its a HUGE quesadilla. read more

Food is always quality never switch up or bad tasting food always come here to eat when I'm working in the area Highly recommend read more

Great margaritas and mojitos. Such good Al Pastor!!!! And the chorizo tacos were delic as well. Everything we have tried is good