Definitely the best outdoor covered patio with heaters for a chilly night…read more We accidentally landed up on a Tuesday night. Two for one margaritas are great value. The $5 tacos- instead of 3 for $22 - not so great! The tortilla chips felt oilier than I remembered and the red salsa seemed to need a little salt. We shared an order of chicken fajitas. They still need to figure out how to serve tortillas so that the second set doesn't get cold! The staff were friendly, kind and the kitchen crew looked relaxed and happy. Definitely one of our favorite Mexican date night places!

Sat at the bar and was brought chips and 2 salsas. The green salsa was delicious but I did not try…read morethe spicy red salsa. I had a very flavorful bowl of tortilla soup and it hit the spot because it was a chilly day. I was disappointed in the quality of the fish tacos, bland taste of fish and cabbage slaw. I will try to come back and try other items in the menu.

I'm a little confused why El Jarro doesn't have better reviews. The food and service are excellent…read more The decor, especially in the back room, is charming. Prices are very reasonable. Tortilla chips are served hot, thin and crispy with a fresh and spicy salsa. We added guacamole which was addictive enough that I ate some with a spoon at the end of the meal. For a main, I ordered the Oaxaca Tilapia with Coconut Rice, Asparagus, Zucchini and Mango Salsa which felt like a light, healthy meal but was absolutely delicious. I would order again. Overall, this is probably the best value Mexican restaurant in Lafayette.

El Jarro has been my go-to Mexican spot in the East Bay for years. Never had a bad experience and…read morethe food is always solid. I love their Enchiladas Verdes and the chips and salsa are always fresh. They also have the best chicken tortilla soup! Their extensive menu has just about anything you are looking for. Staff are always welcoming, friendly, and the quaint decor makes you feel right at home. Parking in Lafayette can be challenging but they do have a small parking area tucked behind the restaurant.

This place has a great vibe! Good music and good location. All the guys working there were super…read morehelpful. I came with coworkers and we each tried something different : birria tacos , chile relleno and enchiladas. I had the chicken enchiladas and I was surprised by their portions and authentic taste! They were delicious I recommend this location if you're in the downtown Walnut Creek area

Really great experience here. The food was fresh, flavorful and delicious. The atmosphere was nice…read moreand welcoming and everything we ordered came out great. Also wanted to mention our server Arturo because he did an amazing job. He was very attentive and friendly to make sure that we were taken care of the whole time. His references were outstanding and he checked in at appropriate times. His service was really the icing on the cake. I highly recommend this place and I will be back for sure.

My boyfriend and I picked up burritos from this spot, it's a small spot tucked away in the back of…read morethe plaza. They offer a few seats indoors, but it seems more like a "to-go" spot. I got the surf and turn burrito and wow! You're definitely getting bang for your buck. The CA surf and turf burrito was delicious, packed with meat, fries, pico, and more. My chips were a bit stale which was not a big deal but the salsas could definitely be better. Nothing more disappointing when you find a good spot for tacos/burritos but the salsa is not up to par.

A year or so ago I would have rated this restaurant 2 stars. Didn't go back after. Recently we…read moregave them another chance and you know what? It's much better. The food is good both in quality and taste. Service is good.

Still a great choice. Love their food especially the Al pastor and fish tacos. On the fajita kick…read morelately. Super nice folks Check them out and support your local restaurants

Taqueria La Plaza is a neighborhood gem!…read more My husband and I love walking here for lunch: He usually gets a burrito and I go between enchiladas and a breakfast burrito (which is offered ALL DAY!). There are so many meat choices! They throw in a bowl of chips and unlimited access to their salsa bar. I also enjoy their aqua fresca or horchata on occasion. You can eat indoors or outdoors (both covered and sunny tables), or take your food to go.

This place has been our favorite spot for years. Whether it is for a date night, family hangout, or…read morefamily get together, Barranco never disappoints. If you are looking for superb food, fantastic ambiance, and the most friendly service you will ever encounter, you will love this place. You cannot go wrong with their lomo saltado, ají de gallina, empanadas, or ceviche. Their drinks are dangerously delicious. The staff is so friendly you will feel part of the family.

I decided to give Barranco another chance for Mother's Day after a disappointing visit a decade…read moreago. Unfortunately, this was a mistake. As a Peruvian who cooks this food at home, I can say confidently: this restaurant doesn't deliver authentic Peruvian cuisine, and the prices don't justify the quality. We ordered the ceviche, which lacked the brightness and flavor it should have. The seco was worse...you can taste when someone hasn't actually made this dish before or even tried it themselves. The adobo tasted more like mole than traditional Peruvian seasoning. Across every dish, the flavors felt off, overseasoned or just plain confused, the sarsa de cebolla had cilantro! It's supposed to be mint! ‍. I've tried several Peruvian restaurants around the Bay, and this isn't competing. The reviews are mostly five stars, but I suspect that's from people 1000% unfamiliar with what real Peruvian food tastes like. If you've had it done right, you'll notice immediately here. The one bright spot: service was genuinely excellent. The staff was warm, attentive, and made the experience pleasant. That's the only reason this didn't feel like a complete waste. Save your money and your time.

I switched up today and got a Cajun shrimp and scallop burrito. Still the best burrito shop in…read moreLafayette This is the place to go

December 29, 2025 @ 11:45am - App, Googel and Yelp all say this place is open but it was closed…read more Drove an hour to come try this place. Fortunately, there's a deferent owner at the Walnut Creek location so that's where I ended up going. I recommend going to the Walnut Creek location don't bother coming to this location.

Honestly such an unassuming place due to the boring name and the fact it's located in Walnut Creek,…read morebut genuinely great authentic Mexican food at a pretty good price with very nice service. From the outside I'd expect some white people tacos, but that's definitely not the case here.

So good! I love the old-school taqueria vibe here. I got the carnitas burrito and thoroughly…read moreenjoyed it. The meat was tender with just the right amount of crispiness. I'll definitely be back. The place was clean, the service was great. The wait was a little long, but it was worth it for the fresh food.

Service was great!…read more Very sizable portions and their horchata is delicious! Came here a few years ago and their seating area got a makeover. I can tell it has been recently renovated.

Living in San Jose, I've tried many authentic Mexican food, so I didn't expect much from this area…read more but wow, was I proven wrong! The Birria is an must-try. I was initially skeptical of the high price, but the portions are massive and very filling--I was completely stuffed after just two. For the other tacos, the Taco de Pescado (battered fish) was a standout. It was loaded with veggies and paired perfectly with their chipotle sauce. The Taco Patron Shrimp was decent--a simple shrimp and cheese combo--but the guacamole that came with it was great. To drink, the Horchata had authentic, homemade flavor that wasn't overly sweet. It was a little grainy from the blended cinnamon, so I wish it had been strained a bit more, but the flavor was still great. On top of the food, the customer service was excellent, the space was clean, and the overall vibe was great, with full bar. Plus, we got a pleasant surprise when our bill was $1 less per taco thanks to their Taco Tuesday discount! Highly recommend.

Amazing food. Finally a place that offers fresh chips and salsa! The guacamole is actually fresh. I…read morehad the Mercado salad with steak. Steak was perfectly cooked. All fresh ingredients. My husband had the Tex mex plate. Very generous portions. I especially loved the service!! KAREN our server and she was amazing. Very attentive and kind. It's so hard to find good service these days. Would recommend and definitely coming back to try other dishes. Great for a family of 5 and baby.

we were enjoying a day out walking around Walnut Creek with our terrier dogs and found Bar Camino…read more We enjoyed an excellent lunch with their Baja tacos and great beer...had to drink two of those beers. server Karen was the best! dogs welcomed in the bar which we appreciated, and we enjoyed a view of the actual creek out of our window.