24k burrito was gas... It def wasn't a typical burrito! rice was replaced w tater tots but so yum…read more Loved the garlic prawn! Quesabirria was yummy! loved all the fillings. Not the absolute best one l've had but still good taquitos were delicious!!! Chicken inside was so tender Guac was yummy! Wish it was a bit chunkier but that's just personal preference. The chips were rly good. Horchata was def my fav drink! Sooo good and I feel like alot of places make it so grainy Service was fantastic and great open space.

A little overhyped or maybe it's because I didn't want to spend $17.95 for the 24K California…read moreBurrito? Still, I think it's a solid spot for burritos and birria. I recommend ordering online because it's a literally a hole in the wall spot. There's no seating, so it's basically a grab and go type of place. I got the Suavecitto Burrito with Al Pastor and it made for a delicious meal. It's a pretty hefty burrito, so you'll definitely be stuffed if you eat it in one sitting. I also tried some of my friends' quesabirrias and they were pretty good as well. I would come back and maybe I'll try the 24K California Burrito if someone is willing to split it with me!

Our little hole in the wall go-to taco spot! I usually only get their carnitas. My husband also…read morelike their burritos. Their chips are skips for us. But their toppings are great.

I've been here a few times now, and it's become a pretty reliable spot when I'm craving a solid…read moreburrito fix. Most recently, I got their super al pastor burrito, and it definitely hit the spot. The al pastor was flavorful with a nice balance of savory and slightly sweet, and they didn't skimp on the portions. Everything was well-packed, and the ingredients came together nicely without getting soggy halfway through. I've also tried their carne asada in the past, which was good as well. Tender and well seasoned, though not the most standout I've had in the area. Still, definitely satisfying and consistent. Service is quick and straightforward, and the vibe is your typical no frills taqueria. Nothing fancy, but it gets the job done. Overall, a dependable go-to for burritos in San Mateo. Not mind blowing, but solid enough that I keep coming back.

We randomly came across Edi's truck on our way to see the new Spiderman movie. Service was super…read morefast, food came out super hot, and the portions are generous. We got the beef quesabirrias, 2 tacos and the ramen. All were super delicious! I especially loved the grilled onions with the tacos. Will definitely try to find Edi again! Highly recommend!

Awesome tacos albeit limited filling options, no doubt beef is the best bet, not the shrimp cheese,…read morewhich is what we got--open gooey cheesy can't go wrong! It's truly a truck experience with zero seating, take it to go. Prices are great and customer service awesome with a ready smile. Super efficient dude and prices are great with multiple ways to pay!

Oof! This has become my newest addiction. I always grab the…read morechicken tacos. They are YUUUUMYYYY! the chicken is very well seasoned and the tortillas as super soft. They have a nice variety of food options but so far we are hooked on chicken tacos. They are $4/taco which to some people might seem like a lot. However, im still willing to pay this amount of money because they are that good. I tried tacos from a restaurant with Michellin star and they were actually not as good. They have salsas, cilantro, chopped onion, limes and other goodies to go with the tacos. Give them a try!

Finally tried this popular stand near Target. I got 4 tacos and an agua fresca. Felt expensive…read morebecause my total came out to be $26. The food is good but I'm not sure it's $4/taco good for a pop up stand. I tried the al pastor, lengua, and cabeza. The cabeza was my favorite of the bunch. The lengua was tender but bland. Al pastor was good but I expected a little more flavor?

I came here for the 4 for $11 taco deal and it did not disappoint!…read more It does get pretty loud inside, so I had a little trouble communicating my order at the counter. The guy who took my order was super sweet and patient! I went with 2 chicken asada and 2 carnitas. Chicken asada was easily my favorite. You see the workers chopping and cooking the food right in front of you. Carnitas were a little on the dry side, but I still enjoyed them. The volcano salsa is an absolute MUST when you come here. Nice kick and really elevated the tacos overall. They also give you a complimentary plate of chips, but I am not sure if they're unlimited or one plate per order. I'm shocked at the number of bad reviews because my experience was the complete opposite. Will definitely be coming back!

We ordered food from Pancho Villa on Friday, and the app initially estimated that our order would…read morearrive within 45 minutes. Unfortunately, we ended up waiting an hour and 45 minutes for our food. The issue was not with the app or the delivery driver -- it was with Pancho Villa. After waiting approximately 50 minutes, I wanted to cancel the order, but I was informed that if I canceled, Pancho Villa would not refund my money. At that point, I would have had to forfeit nearly $70 that I had already spent. In this economy, who can afford to lose almost $70 and still not receive their food? My driver was incredibly kind and helpful. He connected me with Pancho Villa because they were not answering their phone. We were told that they were short-staffed because three employees had called out sick. I completely understand that unexpected staffing issues happen, However, if a restaurant knows that they are short-staffed and cannot fulfill orders in a reasonable amount of time, they should not continue accepting third-party delivery orders. Customers should not be left waiting for nearly two hours with no reasonable option to cancel and receive a refund. We were left hungry, frustrated, and feeling like our money was essentially being held hostage because canceling the order meant losing our $70. I hope Pancho Villa will take this as an opportunity to reconsider how they handle third-party orders when they are understaffed. Customers deserve transparency, reasonable wait times, and, most importantly, a fair option to receive a refund when a restaurant is unable to fulfill an order within the promised timeframe.

What a hidden gem! We ended up coming back two days in a row because the food was so good and…read moreaffordable. We ordered the carne asada burrito and tacos. The carne asada has a delicious, crispy sear that adds great texture, and the taco tortillas are nicely toasted on the outside. Top it off with fresh, balanced salsas and very friendly service--we'll definitely be back again.

I got the tacos here. While straightforward, we're authentic, and tasty. It is also a quick meal in…read morecase you are on a time crunch. Unfortunately, this is a cash only restaurant, and the atm will charge a fee if you didn't come prepared.

First off, my previous fave taco place around the corner was shut down.... I pouted, then yelped…read morefor some walkable alternatives. Boy am I glad I chose Tacos Al Vapor...super clean, friendly and a really nice menu of all things steamed and slow cooked. I tried a 3-taco plate of some super tasty beef cheek. TWO major bonus points right off the bat: 1) HOMEMADE tortilla option - which made the taco!, 2) the chips service included house refried bean dip and it was delicious. The service was quick. Everything prepared in house, and the freshness shows. The tacos were flavorful and ratio of meat to fresh tortilla was on point. Will definitely be back to try more and recommend to friends.

I'd come back purely for the spicy red/green salsas & the macha sauce…read more Ordered delivery so I can only speak on the food but the fajitas plate was pretty good overall. I bet the steak would be better fresh but the flavors of the beans, rice is timeless. The tortillas were nice & soft. Will come back for sure for some comida la fresca

Tiny Mexican restaurant with a big menu and delicious food. The guy who took our order also cooked…read moreour food, super nice guy. I ordered a 3 taco rice plate with rice and beans. Fish taco, crispy fish that's loaded with toppings. Lengua taco, smells and tastes great. Chicken, so perfect. I don't get excited over beans and rice usually, but their rice and beans were wonderful. Their complimentary chips and salsa were great as well. My eyes were definitely bigger than my stomach here. I love that they have so many options on their menu. I will come back to try their signature birra dishes.

All of the food is made fresh to order. Take a seat. Eat your chips and pick from a few salsa…read moreoptions. Then wait for the goodness! The meat was hot and flavorful and all of the ingredients were great. The vibe is super cool and friendly. Yes, it takes longer because they aren't just scooping from trays that have been out who knows how long. We got super burritos. I'm curious how big the jumbo ones are because they were big! Will definitely be back to try the breakfast quesadilla.

Good solid taqueria. Nothing fancy, off the beaten track basic Mexican food…read more I usually order to-go, and I appreciate their no-plastic environmentally packaging. Wish they always put wax paper between the food and the foil though (cheese belongs on the food, not the foil!). Also, when you order a small combination (as the menu above the counterclearly shows), they sometimes don't hear or understand the word "Small" and charge for the large. So you have to look at the price compared to the menu.

This is a casual Mexican place in downtown San Mateo. It's located slightly farther away from the…read morerest of downtown, so parking is sometimes easier to find around here. The restaurant has complementary chips and salsa, and serves a variety of classic Mexican food. My boyfriend really likes their giant carne asada burrito, while I like the quesadillas here. For $7.5, you can get a delicious medium sized shrimp quesadilla, what a steal.

Solid place for any craving you might have. I got a burrito, veggie with rice beans, cheese, sour…read morecream, salsa, no bells and whistles. Super friendly sweet warm welcoming attentive service. It was not busy, just a few folks, and part of the party may have been the owners' family. I loved the service I got there, and their little salsa bar neat and clean with tortilla chips and pickled carrots onions and jalapenos. The burrito I won't werite home about, but was edible. It's tough to have a Mexican restaurant and or taqueria in San mateo, there's so many of them, the competition stiff. Because of the people running it, I hope they keep their livelihood going.

I just woke up and I wanted to grab something to eat so here I am…read more I ordered the steak fajitas. The food was decent, nothing too crazy. However, I will admit the food took a while before it came out and I was the only person dining in the restaurant... The restaurant itself is pretty spacious and has a cool little sauce station, however it kinda seems like a ghost town as no one is really here... Anyways... try it out if you like.