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    Onda Cocina

    3.9 (128 reviews)
    Closed 10:30 am - 7:00 pm

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    What's the vibe?
    Casual
    Moderate noise
    Outdoor seating
    Good for kids

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    Michelle R.

    First time visiting. We had a work party and let me tell you...the service we got was top notch! Such a fun little spot to hang out. The food was fabulous; flavorful and filling! And don't get me started on the drinks...wow! I will definitely be back!

    Best tequila selection that I have seen in Modesto.
    Rodney C.

    This place is so good! Great parking and the food is amazing!!! Get the tequila flight and sign up for notifications. You won't be disappointed.

    Bar with Saturday night college football!
    Joel G.

    Great little Latin restaurant, food is excellent and the bar is on point for a small restaurant environment.

    Deverie V.

    My Dad and I had a wonderful lunch here today!! We shared the ceviche appetizer and had 2 Ensenada salads with the grilled shrimp. The flavors are amazing, large portions & delightful margaritas. What a lovely experience. If you haven't tried this incredible restaurant, Go!!! You won't be disappointed.

    Chili Sauce
    Cigano M.

    Service is excellent Great Ambience. My first impressions of the restaurant was positive. I was a bit confused why the place was not packed out for lunch. @The Manager or Owner. Here are a few minor suggestions regarding what I ordered and left behind. 1- The chips are terrible- Like a cheap generic Tostitos or liquor store Nacho Chips. 2- the Red Chili Sauce finishes odd.. like it has soy sauce or something odd in it. The green sauce is good. 3- The beans need more flavor. 4- the Meat has a gamy after taste. Consider doing an honest study on your food with random people to provide feed back. My wife and I go to many Mexican restaurants and your missing a few flavors.. the taste is bland. This is honest feedback. Speaking For someone who is health conscious like myself.. I would rather eat good tasting food. I cannot recommend your restaurant for food... I hope the alcohol boost your business. Please contact me if you have any questions

    two tacos on a plate
    Ronald E.

    A nice healthy mexican meal prep style restaurant, I believe in the future they will have a bar too. Altos has fresh ingredients and good customer service. I will be going back

    Alto's in Modesto
    George B.

    Excellent, Fresh, healthy Food. They have a few Vegetarian options too. Very nice Ambiance and the staff is always friendly. They offer suggestions if needed.

    Soup and Salad combo
    Jen A.

    Stopped in for lunch and was so glad the family wanted to try out this Mexican food place. I know there a lot of Mexican restaurants around but this one is by far one of the best if you are looking for a healthy meal with good quality ingredients! My brother always orders burritos everywhere we go and he said it was one of the best he's ever tried. My mom and I had the soup and salad combo and it was delicious! Some places use too much salt in their tortilla soup but this was perfect! My daughter's children's meal was a big portion of everything she enjoys. If you're looking for great service and good quality Mexican food this is the place to go! For anyone on a gluten free diet, this place has a ton of options too!

    Fish + chicken tacos
    Cory N.

    California infused Mexican food. First of all, $7.00-$8.00 a taco! A little spendy in my opinion, but they were big tacos. One chicken and one fish. Being a fusion they came with lettuce and beans, a much different taste that what I am used to. Topped with tomatoes a crème chipotle sauce and touched with cilantro. A whole different style taco. #spicemeister moderately approved.

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    2 years ago

    Excellent taco salad with grilled chicken! One of the best in the area... good service and renovated and clean ... worth a try..

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    Great food and great service. Great interior with a small bar. Completely organized. Highly recommend.

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    Food is delicious and the ambience is super cute. The staff is really kind and easy going. So happy this place is in modesto.

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    Excellent food, perfect ambience, music at perfect volume. love the new inviting renovation, good job!

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    The Food is Absolutely Amazing and their Customer Service is Out of this World. Checkout the Bar and try their Signature Drinks

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    EXCELLENT food and service!!! LOVE the new remodel!! HIGHLY recommend! Love their salad and shrimp anything is my fave!

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