This place has great carnitas. I got the carnitas burrito and it had beans, rice, cilantro and…read moreonion in it. It was a decent size for the price and tasted great! The salsa had a nice kick to it too. The service was good as a walk up and order. The woman working the counter was kind and friendly.

Carnitas is popular with some of the locals. I see working men and women going in and out of there…read moreall the time. I've been in here two or three times and it's been about the same.. average. Today I had a carnitas burrito. The carnitas were dry. The burrito was basically, I think, the same quality and taste as the one I get a lot at Cardenas. Good in a pinch, but I hope the pinches are far and few between.

I thought that this was just a regular casual Mexican restaurant, but once we walked in, I realized…read moreit's more of a place you go to for special occasions. First of all, the decorations are amazing. The first thing that caught our eyes were the hanging lit up butterflies. They really make a statement. Next to them is a tree covered in Christmas lights, and next to that is a lit up aquarium looking thing. Even when I went to the restroom, I noticed that the cement floor had sparkly gold specks and something that looked like the Milky Way. As a vegetarian, I was so happy that the menu had leaf symbols so that I could quickly tell which items I could ask for without meat. The food came out fast. It felt like we had barely ordered them and the waitresses were suddenly coming out with them. The portions were huge, like my sister ordered the grande nachos and it really was grand. It looked like an appetizer that was meant to be shared with a group of people. The food tasted good. I enjoyed my meal so much that as big as it was, I devoured the majority of it and only stopped because I was too full. Towards the end, one of the employees asked if he could take away my plate and even though I knew he wasn't our waitress and it probably wasn't his job, I asked him for boxes instead. When our waitress came to our table to ask if I wanted boxes, the other employee at that moment handed us the boxes. I thought it was nice that the other employee did that for us even though he probably wasn't expected to. Overall, we had a great experience here.

If you are vegetarian, some of the vegetarian items marked on the menu are NOT vegetarian. I had to…read moreask and turns out the enchilada sauces, red rice, refried beans are not vegetarian. Not sure why it can be labeled that. Whole beans, white rice, Poblano sauce are. Always best to ask! I had a wonderful server that double checked for me and made sure I knew that when I shared I can't have meat product in anything. Thank you so much!! It's a beautiful restaurant and food quality was great. But the menu truly needs to have transparency and accurate labeling.

I have a personal rule.If I walk into a taco spot and it's 94% white people, I know I've probably…read moremade a terrible mistake. As a white guy, that's my cue to slowly back toward the door like I just heard a smoke alarm. I'm Happy to report Tacos El Juanito passes the test. This place feels legit in the best way: A friendly staff, a little chaotic energy, open late, slight line that moves fast. The kind of place where you can grab one of the tables inside, inhale your food in the car like a raccoon, or take it home and pretend you made it.Options. The menu is simple. I went with the al pastor, and it was excellent. The pork had that perfect balance -- juicy with crispy edges, seasoned beautifully, and just enough sweet pineapple to make it sing. The salsa is actually hot. They packed that burrito with more meat than a gym bro's meal prep Sunday. I genuinely paused mid-bite out of respect. Price felt totally reasonable for the portion and quality. If you're cruising by on the freeway or in the neighborhood and want well seasoned, authentic tacos, this is absolutely worth the stop. No red flags, just red salsa. And I'll be back.

Pros: Very good Al Pastor tacos and burrito. Generous meat…read morefillings 24/7 open at all times Condiments are replenished Clean restaurant Average and friendly service Cheaper if you pay in cash, than credit Cons: Limited parking in front & nearby Can get crowded, you have to wait for a table

I love this place and I've been coming here for years. The owner is so nice and the food is always…read moregreat! Their wet burritos are the best and I always come here when I need a quick aguachile fix :) This time I got albondigas and a carne asada torta for my mom, she always asks me to come here when she wants Mexican food and she's always so happy to eat it. Definitely come and check out this small, family-owned business next time you're in Ontario. I'm always glad I can introduce my Chinese mom to some great Mexican food!

This place looks clean from outside, don't let this fool you, the employees have a very bad…read moreattitude, no respect for the clients, We ordered some vapor tacos, the person who was serving them who is also a waitress was serving some food to another table and in the way back picked some use napkin from the floor and then comeback to serve the tacos, The Guy didn't change his gloves or clean em, he proceeded to make the tacos touching the tortillas and putting the meat in the tap with his hands, Was disgusting, if this is the way they handle the food in front of you, I don't want to know the way they handle behind the kitchen,

Pretty fast service. amazing food, a lot of flavor. Very family friendly. Not too loud. The perfect…read moreplace if you want to try the Peruvian cuisine

This is a Peruvian restaurant just down the street from the Kaiser Permanente Ontario. The…read morerestaurant is smaller but can accommodate larger groups. The dining area is a very clean and comfortable. Once seated, an aji verde salsa and cancha was brought to the table. The cancha is a nice touch, the corn is crispy and light. I ordered the Pollo Saltado with an extra portion of rice and a Chicha Morada. The beverage was very refreshing. The meal came out quickly. The chicken was tender and well seasoned with soy without being too salty. There was a fair amount of onions and tomatoes which were stir-fried along with the meat. The fries were freshly made with a light crispy exterior and creamy interior to soak up the saltado sauce. The aji verde salsa was on the spicy side but tasted good as an accompaniment to the dish. There was plenty of sauce from the stir fry for the extra portion of rice I ordered. I plan on ordering the Lomo Saltado next time. The staff were polite and efficient. Plenty of parking in their lot. Definitely on the list for the next time I am in the area.

I don't get how these Mexican spots in the IE are rated so high, they are all mid. I would like to…read morefind one but it's miss after miss. Anyway I got a mojarra frita with rice and beans. The mojarra was decent, had a good amount of seasoning and overall a solid taste. The rice was honestly whatever, nothing you can't get in a fast food Mexican spot. Same as the beans, nothing exciting about them, they throw some cheese on top to help consume them with choking. Mojarra Frita: 7.8 Rice: 7.0 Beans: 6.6

I was really craving some Mexican food after a festival and stopped by here around brunch time…read morebecause it was close. I am soo glad I did because the food was delicious! I ordered the Two Enchilada Rancheras. The portion size was satisfyingly larger than I expected it to be. The entire plate was so flavorful and the enchiladas were cooked to perfection. There is ample seating inside and the service is also quick and friendly. You get complimentary chips and salsa as well. If I'm ever in the area again, I would love to come back

Tried the trips tacos...very good with a little crunch. Also…read morehad taquitos & rice. Delicious! Will definitely return for breakfast

This is my favorite place for a machaca burrito I usually call it in and it is ready when I arrive…read moreand their lunch does cups are the best! The waitresses are the sweetest!

I've always loved Elvira's and I've never ordered anything I haven't enjoyed. It's not a big…read morerestaurant but service is friendly. Stopped in while in town for a quick visit, and left full! Salsa is yummy. They don't have a bar like the other location so you can't order a Cadillac margarita. My Elvira's grilled chicken salad was good and yummy like I remembered.

Elvira's Mexican Grill has a really cool lively atmosphere that makes it a fun place to hang out…read morewith friends and family. The decor is vibrant, the music adds to the energy, and the overall vibe is welcoming and enjoyable. The standout for me was the chicken burrito special--it was huge and packed with flavorful ingredients. You definitely get your money's worth! The fresh guacamole was another highlight. It tasted freshly made, with just the right balance of avocado, lime, and seasoning. The food was delicious overall, but the pickup service was a little slower than expected during my visit when it was crowded, which is why I'm giving it four stars instead of five. Even so, I'd happily come back for the giant burritos and fresh guac. If you're craving satisfying Mexican food in a fun setting, this place is definitely worth checking out.