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    Metro Balderas

    3.7 (61 reviews)
    InexpensiveMexican
    Closed 9:00 am - 9:00 pm

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    Divey
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    Good for groups
    Good for kids

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    Letty L.

    The worst experience, I nearly choked on the toothpicks, When I Called them the cashier was rude and transferred me to the cook who was even more rude, I will never eat there La peor experiencia y los trabajadores más ignorantes al dejar los palillos aparte la cajera y cocinera fueron muy groseras con migo peor experiencia

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    Tori M.

    This was my first time going here, I was looking for a good Mexican food restaurant and Metro Balderas pop up on google, and it's close to the school " CSUN" , so I'm taking my chance ..... I am excited and anxious at the same time. Food freshly made, Service is excellent !!! They are friendly and patient.

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    Leslie M.

    Amazing authentic Mexican food. It's really hard to find good Mexican food in the Northridge area but this gem is thee spot. They specialize in Chilango food or Mexico City food. This is food that you might not have had before unless you're Mexican and around Mexico City. So it's a great spot if you wanna try something new. My husband got the gorditas. Comes with chicharrón, cheese and cream. Mind you, they are made to order from fresh masa and then deep fried so they do take about 15-20 min to make. For this reason I highly recommend you place the order on the phone so it's ready when you pick up. They were soooo good. I don't typically like chicharrón it's too fatty for me but this was perfect! The salsa verde pairs well with it because it cuts through everything so well. I had the pambaso. It's basically like a torta with granillos sauce that's pressed against the pan. The inside has chorizo and potato and comes with lettuce and cream. It's one of my fav for the holidays. It was so good. This place got packed with regulars so def be patient. The prices are also pretty good for the amount of food you get. Parking is hard to come by so Again I suggest ordering for pickup so you can just pop in and out without having to find parking. Over all, I love this spot. The workers are friendly, the food is great and the prices are right. Def recommend

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    Foods good, the lady and the old guy are f ing rude . Which really sucks cause food is good

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    5 months ago

    Peace of s**t restaurant. Can't even get an order right. Food had no flavor and disgusting. Do not order from here.

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    6 months ago

    The pastor tacos and salsa verde taste like Tijuana-style tacos, and the burritos are amazing. 100% recommend pastor.

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    Had to drive several miles to get a huarache but no need as this is just down the street for me! Great food and service.

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    Es un lugar muy agradable la comida es muy buena mi comida preferida es las tostadas de pata y los huaraches de asada

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    Great Food and service. The taste is amazing and must of all pricing is very reasonable.

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    Very good food here, i tried the torta de milanesa and its wonderful. Salsas are home made and the prices are decent, unlike vallarta...

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    The Best Tortas de Milanesa in town always a good option for Friday night dinner. They also have great weekend specials for breakfast

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    Great little hole in the wall, great tacos burritos and a whole slew of good food. Doesn't look like much but it's tastu

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    The best chilanga food thanks for bring this to California , quesadilla de chicharrón prensado de best!!!!

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    Las Fuentes

    Las Fuentes

    4.1
    (2.3k reviews)
    2.1 mi
    $$

    If you're on the hunt for a seriously satisfying wet burrito, Las Fuentes absolutely delivers--and…read morethen some. From the moment your plate hits the table, you can tell you're in for something special. The burrito is massive, perfectly wrapped, and completely smothered in a rich, flavorful sauce that strikes that ideal balance between bold and comforting. Every bite is loaded with well-seasoned meat, fresh ingredients, and just the right amount of cheese melted over the top. What really sets Las Fuentes apart is the depth of flavor. The sauce isn't just an afterthought--it's the star, tying everything together with a savory, slightly tangy kick that keeps you coming back for more. The rice and beans on the side are just as impressive, clearly made with care and not just filler on the plate. The portions are generous, the prices are fair, and the overall experience feels authentic and satisfying. Whether you're a wet burrito lover or trying one for the first time, this spot will raise your standards. Las Fuentes isn't just good--it's the kind of place you start craving the second you leave. The inside has a great Spanish decor.

    The food and food value used to be good. The food taste is ok but extremely overpriced. A carne…read moreasada taco was $5.85. A chile relleno ( à la cart $10.00. , a steak quesadilla $23.00. A small side of guacamole was laughable. They served it in the container for salsas. Save your money and go elsewhere. There are other choices out there. Or pay a little more and go to Salsa and Beer down the street. Counter service food. No thank you.

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    Substitute of chips instead of tortilla
    Substitute of chips instead of tortilla
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    Rio Grande Mexican Restaurant

    Rio Grande Mexican Restaurant

    3.9
    (116 reviews)
    1.7 mi
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    A hole in the wall Mexican joint that has my favorite carne asada burrito, tacos, chicken flautas,…read moretortas, and ceviche. I've also never experienced any other place that has their tortilla chips like this place!! I love how's it's complimentary with every food order. When I'm craving Mexican food, this is my go to spot. Unfortunately I'm a no sabo kid, so English is my default, which isn't a problem for this business when ordering. Although, I do wish they had a website for online orders. They're kind, helpful, and know they're serving special food locally. It's a small space, maybe 5-6 tables at most, but I normally order pick up anyway. It's welcoming and feels like you're walking into abuelito's/abuelita's house to be fed, even though you told them you're not hungry and they insisted on feeding you (you were hoping for that).

    Awful!! Don't waste your time and money, my husband ordered a carne asada huarache and wanted…read morelettuce, avocado and green sauce to go, the lady that was taking the orders at the register asked him if he wanted a vegetarian huarache..he said no, she took his order and he got a huarache with beans very little cheese and dry crusty Carne Asada that was chopped up...no lettuce no avocado no green sauce! Just tortilla chips in a little bag and salsa for the chips that's it. She was very rude. Horrible customer service. This was a middle-aged lady (on the older side) We used to go there a while ago, and it was really good. We used to get huarache done the right way with fresh meat a good amount of cheese, lettuce, and avocado. This time we got a plane one with old crusty meat, Whoever said this is the best hole in the wall is not being honest they used to be good, now they are overpriced bad quality and customer service is awful. they lost a customer. plus this place is rundown they need to redo and update the Restaurant! Spanish version: Horrible!! No pierdas tu tiempo y dinero, mi marido pidió un huarache de carne asada y quería lechuga, aguacate y salsa verde para llevar, la señora que estaba tomando los pedidos en la caja registradora le preguntó si quería un huarache vegetariano... él dijo que no, ella tomó su pedido y él consiguió un huarache con frijoles, muy poco queso y carne asada seca que estaba picada... ¡sin lechuga, sin aguacate, sin salsa verde! Solo chips de tortilla en una bolsa pequeña y salsa para Los chips, eso es todo. Ella fue muy grosera. Horrible servicio al cliente. Esta era una señora de mediana edad, quien dijo que este es el mejor agujero en la pared no está siendo honesto, estaban buenos, ahora son demasiado caros, de mala calidad y el servicio al cliente es horrible. Perdieron a un cliente. Además, el restaurante parece viejo y desventado. Necesitan rehacer el restaurante!

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    Menu as of January 2023
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    Joey's Tacos

    Joey's Tacos

    4.6
    (289 reviews)
    1.6 mi
    $

    There is parking in the rear. I have seen this restaurant for several years, but never decided to…read morestop by. Probably because of the business name, which was not very catchy for me. To my surprise, it's definitely worth going in. As you walk in, they have a smoothie/fresh drinks area. On the left side, they have the ordering window. Since being my first time there, I ordered several items. We ended up ordering menudo which was tasty and not fatty. It came with a side plate of spices (oregano, chile de arbol), sliced lemons, chopped onions, and cilantro. The chicken taquitos dorados (a la carte) were flavorful, tasty, and moist. There were also a bit larger than other locations. They were served on a bed of lettuce, half guacamole and half sour cream, and some cheese. Ordered Chilaquiles (verdes - choice of green or red). It came with rice, beans topped with shredded cheese, and 2 eggs (choice of over easy). It's a small place that feels like home away from home cooked meals. Overall, definitely coming back.

    Joey's Tacos is an absolute gem. From the moment you walk in, you can tell this is a family-owned…read moreand operated spot that genuinely cares about its customers and the food they serve. The quality is exceptional, especially for the price. It's rare to find tacos this flavorful, fresh, and generously portioned at such an economical value. The meats are perfectly seasoned and cooked just right, the ingredients taste fresh, and everything feels homemade in the best way possible. You can tell there's pride behind every plate that comes out of the kitchen. Beyond the food, the service is warm and welcoming. Supporting a local, family-run business like this makes the experience even better. Joey's Tacos is well worth it and definitely a place I'll keep coming back to. Highly recommend.

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    Fast food Mexican with complimentary chips?  Awesome!
    Fast food Mexican with complimentary chips? Awesome!
    Menu Feb 21, 2026

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    Castillo Mexican Restaurant

    Castillo Mexican Restaurant

    4.0
    (116 reviews)
    0.6 mi
    $

    Still one of my favorite go to Mexican food! I ordered the Rancheros Wet Burrito. It is very…read moreconsistent, the taste, the portion but the price did went up though, I paid $15+ (tax included). The service has always been great for me so far! Friendly and nice people. Ambience is the same and nothing's changed.

    Located in a small plaza on the corner of Wilbur and Roscoe, next to Spiceland. The driveway into…read morethe place could be a little confusing since you could enter through Roscoe (by the 7-11), around the corner off of Wilbur, but there is another drive way that has been closed off which leads there the Plaza Signage is located. I had this location saved as one of the local mom and pop restaurants that I wanted to visit since I truly enjoy local small family restaurants. No table service, but able to order at the counter towards the back of the restaurant. Once the food was served, great customer service. The young lady kept checking in on us if we needed anything else. We ordered Menudo which was a little more oily than normal, a bit bland. The meat was fatty, no hominy, and about half of the bowl had meat. Served corn tortillas and with side of cilantro, onions, chile de arbol, lime, and oregano. Also ordered a combo of Chile Colorado with rice and beans. The beef was tender, tasty rice, but the beans tasted like from a can (not homemade), and 4 corn tortillas. 2 large drinks (size of cup were the almost the size of napkin holder - A+). Overall, it was ok.

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    Their menu July 2025
    Their menu July 2025
    Rancheros Wet Burrito 5/05/26
    Rancheros Wet Burrito 5/05/26
    Menu as of 5/05/2026

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    Menu as of 5/05/2026
    Mas Mananitas

    Mas Mananitas

    4.2
    (481 reviews)
    3.9 mi
    $$

    Would rate 4.5, bumped to 5 bc of service…read more Beautiful and aesthetically pleasing restaurant with even better service and palette of food. Came in last night to celebrate a friend's birthday (they have happy hour all day Mon-Wed) and was pleasantly surprised. My friends started off ordering the HH guava margaritas, which they enjoyed. I ordered the coconut margarita (not on HH) a must !!!! Not overwhelmingly sweet and tasty! We ordered and rated the following dishes: Guacamole: 9/10 HH tinga Nachos: 7.5/10 (flavor was there but most chips were burnt) HH Taquitos papas: 9/10 great flavor and sauce HH steak tacos: 7.5/10 the corn and portion of meat to the taco was very good. The steak a little well done for my liking. Enchiladas verde: 9/10 great portion honestly enough for two to share. Rice and beans were okay. Beans a bit salty and rice was a bit bland. Would definitely come back for the apps and drinks! They also have brunch which looks like fun.

    I came here yesterday for a late lunch with a friend…read more It's a beautifully decorated restaurant. There are a lot of photo ops. It's definitely IG & TikTok friendly. When we got there, there was a DJ playing 80s/90s throwbacks. It was good music and vibes, but it was quite loud, we could barely hear ourselves speak. Luckily he wasn't there too long, as brunch-time was over. We ordered Mango margaritas, chips & salsa, birria tacos, tinga taquitos, elote, and chicken enchiladas with green sauce. Every single thing was delicious. I was highly impressed. This place will definitely be in the rotation. If I didn't live so far away, I would go for happy hour.

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    Mas Mananitas
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