Love that there's a delicious Mexican restaurant not too far from me with such kind workers!…read more I tried the taquito (potato) lunch plate which was $15 for 3 taquitos, rice, and beans. It's very filling for the price and lasted me 2 meals! The potato taquitos were some of the best I've had. They didn't skimp on the potatoes, they weren't overly fried or greasy, and most of all, they were very tasty! Especially with the guacamole, fresh cheese and pickled onions on top. The beans were standard but the rice was good. They give complimentary chips and salsa and my mom also ordered the guacamole appetizer. Both the salsa and guacamole were very fresh and flavorful. We plan to be back soon

The service was excellent…read more Our waitress (i don't remember her name but she had a dark black ponytail) did a fantastic job. She gave good suggestions, check in with us and was responsive when we needed anything. Store was clean and had a calm energy to it. Food came out hot. Was a fresh take on foods i haven't had before. Ceviche was great! Would come back just for that. Didn't have any expectations but the experience was definitely above and beyond!

Flores Cafe sits in a nondescript shopping center at the corner of Carson Street (x) S Wilmington…read moreAve. A prominent tenant of "Car-Wil Plaza" is Starbucks. An additional landmark--"Malamalama Ole Lalolagi" Church, is across the street. Mexico is a large country. As such there are many regional cooking styles. Barriers to entry are relatively low; so, if someone feels that they have good recipes, they can open their own business. The plus side is that in Southern California, we have access to a variety of "Mexican" food. I have had many good meals in small family restaurants. But a lot of small restaurateurs don't have a lot of capital; as such, decor is an afterthought. While not polished, the owners of Flores Cafe have put a lot of effort into decoration. The interior walls are covered with portraits of entertainment personalities, with a Día de los Muertos overlay. It's probably worth at least one visit to go and see. Service at some smaller restaurants is sometimes wanting. The waiter and waitress were outfitted professionally in black jeans and black dress shirts. The table service offered was also good. On this occasion, I ordered the carne asada burrito; rice, with no beans ($12.99); covered in the red sauce ($3.99). With a Pepsi ($5.99) and tax ($2.40), my ticket was $25.37 before gratuity. The texture of the food on the plate was a bit rustic; but I think this is attributable to cooking style. Overall, the taste was good; the overall size of the burrito, and its contents, was reasonable in the current environment. I took lunch, mid-day, mid-week; so, I can't comment on their promotional events, like karaoke,

I work right across the street from this place and had not yet tried it so I decided today's that…read moreday. I went early enough (11:15ish) prior to the lunch crowd and was the 2nd customer in the restaurant. I was immediately greeted by a server whom quickly took my order and brought chips and salsa to my table. I ended up ordering the two hard shell taco combo with rice and beans and a fountain soda. The food was ok (not the worst); however, very pricey: 16.99 for the taco plate and 4.99 for my fountain drink! With tax and before tip it came to 24 bucks! I definitely won't be eating here again. Service was great and the servers were friendly enough and very efficient but overall not worth the price. Side note: this is a great place for large parties. Parking is tight except around the side of the bldg. Decor is dark inside almost like Dia de Los Muertos type!

excellent food excellent workers you have to try them you…read morewon't regret it Brittany was excellent she help me

My grandkids absolutely love this place. We come here once a week, and it's one of the highlights…read moreof our week when we pull up to El Taco Charro. My grandson usually gets the chicken enchiladas or the carne asada tacos, and my granddaughter isn't big on meat, so she sticks with the rice--which she absolutely loves. The staff knows us when we walk in, which shows how often we're here. It's such a friendly atmosphere and always a great place to eat. Highly recommend!

Best vegan Food in Long Beach hands-down haven't had anything better than this in a long time…read morehundred percent recommended carne Asada taste like real meat that's crazy customer service was excellent

Found this hidden gem in Long Beach. As a vegan it's…read morechallenging to eat in Mexican restaurants - since traditionally they add chicken stock to their rice. NOT PlanTita's Kitchen. Vegans can chill - Everything is Safe to eat here. Try the tacos or Burritos , you can't go wrong. Deluciouso

YessVera's Tacos in Long Beach is hands down my go-to spot for tacos…read more I've been coming here for a few years now, and tacos are one of my top five favorite foods, so I'm pretty particular. I've tried almost everything on the menu, with maybe one or two meats left, and everything has been great. I've had the tacos, nachos, burritos, and even the horchata, and they always hit. The sauces though... OMG. That's really what takes it over the top. They're so good I've definitely taken an extra one or two home to use with breakfast the next day. My favorite meat is the asada, and I also really enjoy their potato tacos, which I almost forgot to mention. Super flavorful and always satisfying. Customer service is really nice, and even though they're usually pretty busy, you still get your food fairly fast for the amount of people there. Just a heads up, parking is super limited, so I definitely recommend calling ahead, placing your order, and then picking it up. It's a food truck setup at a market, so it's not really about ambience, but they do have some outdoor seating if you want to sit and eat. Vera's tacos is just a great little spot with consistently delicious food. Definitely one of the best taco spots in Long Beach. Flavor Profile (for reference): Umami-forward (savory, salty depth) Acidic or bright (tangy + sour) Pungent and intense (spicy and bitter notes) Drink Preference (for reference): Bitter-forward cocktails Balanced acidity Light sweetness only, not overly sugary

I love Vera's Tacos. It's conveniently located in the back of a market where you can do your…read moreshopping and grab a bite to eat at their namesake taco truck after. The carne asada here is delish - it's flavorful and tender. I like it taco form, but it's also great in a burrito. Whatever the case, the carne asada is solid. My favorite thing I've eaten so far are the tacos dorados de papa. For about $10, you get 4-5 taco(?) in a little foil tin. They're deep fried, topped with lettuce and crema. The tacos have just the right amount of potato to keep them meaty after a dip in the fryer. The toppings keep it feeling fresh. Deliciouso. Prices are very reasonable, if not cheap. Highly recommend Vera's Tacos if you're looking for something quick and easy.

Located in a strip mall. Lots of parking…read more I've walked by and didn't even realize it was here. The only reason I came is because the owner was in a POV husband video. Takes credit card. Sell bottle beer and seltzer They have a condiment bar available. Taco $3.25- feels like a steep price. But the tortilla are hand made and have a nice chew. They are thick, but not too fluffy. Carnitas taco- the meat was really tasty. It was soft but still crispy with texture. A little excess oil. But was really good. Could be seasoned more. Asada- meat was soft. Has a nice grilled taste Al pastor- soft. The flavor is average. Nice texture to the meat grilled. Top shelf fries $16- was super super good. I would get this again. Great to share. Fries has your choice meat, topped with sour cream and guac. The fries are seasoned shoe string fries

I am so sad to say that top shelf tacos just isn't what it used to be. I used to frequent the area…read morea few years ago and this place was my go to spot for fresh tacos. I think the biggest difference is that they stopped making the tortillas by hand and the meat doesn't taste as good as it used to. In all honesty, the quality has gone downhill. I know that they started a burger food truck that they have parked outside and maybe they are focusing their efforts on that but the change is definitely noticeable in a negative way. I was so excited to come back, but was pretty disappointed with my meal. I will say that the one good thing that they still have going for them is their amazing staff. All of the workers are extremely kind and helpful and they work very hard to keep a clean and aesthetic area. If you heard the hype of fresh handmade tortillas and wanted to try top shelf tacos, save yourself the trip. They don't do it anymore and It's just like any other taco place.

Went with my friend for a monthly catch up. Loved it…read more Drinks were soooo delicious and honestly pretty strong. Happy hours not to badly priced. I liked the seating too. It has booths that made it nice for me and her to catch up on private issues too and the waiter wasn't too much. Would do again. 10/10. It also had parking.

Whenever I'm sick I really enjoy their caldos. Their rice is the star of the show sooo much flavor…read more The tortillas and salsa provided are delicious as well. The chicken of the soup could definitely use more flavor but it still hits the spot. Will buy again. Ordered for pick up and it was ready in 15 minutes so speedy service. Prices are on the high side. They have street parking but also a parking lot across the street.

I've been going here for years now ! Super amazing family owned. They work so hard and every dish…read moreI've tasted is great. They do close fairly early but service is great and it's worth a trip for your lunch !

I asked for hot sauce for my burrito and your answer is already inside, but if I want more extra…read moreeven if I pay for it.... Well, they didn't give it to me, they don't have lemons... Who sells burritos and tacos without lemons. Literally they barely gave to me two napkins. And the carne asada super salty.

Food Chile Verde. A…read morebit pricey but the best I've had. Flavorful and the rice was great. 4.7/5 Chicken quesadilla - all the flavor was bunched up in the middle slices. 3.5/5 Tamarindo - 4/5 Service 4.5/5. A little slow. Ambiance 4.5/5 5 stars alone for that Verde.

Had lunch here with friends today. Here are my thoughts. I love Mexican food, so I love trying new…read moreplaces. Pros Staff are awesome Quality of the food is good Servers we excellent Variety from the menu was huge Time for food to arrive at the table was fast Cons The bowls they put their salsa in were very small. All gone after dipping 5 chips. Not sure why they do this. Seating a bit crowded for parties of 8 or more Prices were on the high side Portions on the soft shell tacos were small! See photo Overall a good place, but no wow factor! I would rate it 3.5 if I can. Not sure I would come back, but enjoyed my time there with friends.

Sergio, has great customer service ! Thank you so much for the amazing tacos ! The agua frescas are…read moreso bomb as well

La Taqueria is one of several food options in this outdoor venue. We checked out the Pastor…read moreBurrito, Birria Taco and Shrimp Taco. The Burrito was huge and packed with meat! The Birria taco was small but packed and delish. I love the sauce they give you. The shrimp taco is bigger and messier but equally good. Fresh cilantro. BTW ample parking on a Wednesday. Water fountain on site for refilling your water bottles.