Just about everything is homemade and tasty. With the cozy home decor and warm hospitality you feel like you're having lunch at your favorite Tia's house. The plates are just the right portion and priced very economical. The service is pleasant and speedy, they really do make you feel like you're gathering for a family meal. I hope everyone comes and enjoys a meal here, you will be delighted. There is street parking, but not much else. read more

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Catering for a small gathering. We ordered a 1/2 tray of each rice, beans, and Taxqueno beef. Man the staff went above and beyond to make sure we got exactly what we needed and more. The Chef nailed the "mild" request for the spicy Taxqueno dish. They knew I liked spicy so on the side they gave us a small sauce with all the peppers blended in for those that like spicy. All the guest were complimenting the food. I would order the exact same dishes again for a party. read more

Pina’s Cafe - Half tray for rice, beans, and Taxqueno Beef - Mexican Near Me - San Pedro, California

Very friendly staff. Nice smaller place off of Gaffey. Plenty of parking. Tacos are a good size. Plenty of meat. Shrimp Camarones was good but could use a lot more sauce. I will be back. read more

Went here last night and the food is AMAZING! This is a tiny family owned restaurant. There are a few tables and they don't serve alcohol. I noticed a lot of people place pick up orders here. Everything I tried was delicious and I enjoyed talking with the workers. They are all incredibly nice and make your experience comfortable. The enchiladas and fried ice cream is a must! I definitely will be back. read more

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This cozy, homey place has excellent service, delicious food and great prices. It's small and friendly enough to make you feel you're eating at someone's home. Staff is always welcoming and friendly. read more

Pina's in San Pedro is a gem. Food and margaritas are fantastic. Service is amazing- consistently kind and quick. We love coming here! read more

Pina’s Cafe - Carne asada fiesta tostada added shrimp - Mexican Near Me - San Pedro, California

Place is a rip. Carne asada burrito, hardly a spec of Meat. Tiny salsa and chips 2 cokes =$25 It was really a bean burrito I had to really look to see if it had beef. People like this need to find another business. Reading the other 1star reviews, they're dead on. A bean soup burrito They are smiling the whole way thru, knowing exactly what they're up to.....the salsa they charge you for both the chips and the salsa. They said we give you one salsa free, it is a tiny cup with it about a quarter full, if that. This is the biggest ripoff Mexican restaurant I've ever seen in my life. Also, the menu says its a $10 dollar burrito then its $14 in the bill, yet it still comes up $25. They shouldn't be allowed a debit card machine. Oh well Got me,..never again read more

Pina’s Cafe - a receipt for a restaurant - Mexican Near Me - San Pedro, California

If you're looking for a quick bite and want Mexican style food and don't mind that it has little taste, this may be your place. Graded on a curve this place gets a C. Not as bad as many, but surely could be better. It's old, but fairly clean and not too pricey. But, good it's not. read more

Stopping the slacking... at least for a bit. This Pina's, (family related to the one on 25th St.), is my personal fave. We've been coming here off and on for many, many years. The rice and beans you get here are about as good as you'll get anywhere. We often times order large plates of those two just to supplement our other offerings at family get together and functions. While COVID has wreaked havoc on almost all businesses, this Pina's has been hit especially hard as their dine in business, (already limited pre pandemic) has taken a huge hit. So, so glad to see that the take-out portion is somewhat thriving. As for the other food... chicken tacos and enchiladas are delish, the loaded nachos are just as good "re-warmed" the next day and their wet, green chili burrito is a tasty as f#@*!!! Support your local businesses and give 'em a try if you haven't already!!! read more

Pina's is a 3 block walk from our home, but that's not the reason we go there. The family is warm and welcoming, the menu extensive, and food that is just plain delicious. They have some of the best Chile Colorado and Chile Verde, along with an incredible Taxquena. Be sure to ask for the house-made hot sauce. The flavour is fresh and vibrant, and hot. They can generally accommodate special diets and will let you know which dishes contain gluten while suggesting alternatives. So happy they are in the neighbourhood! read more

Craving shredded beef tacos? Well, check out Pina's Cafe. Their shredded beef tacos with rice and beans will definitely make you happy. The dining room is very cozy, clean, and comfortable for you and your guests. But what really makes your dining experience is the service and attention from the lady that works there. It seems like her sole intention is to make sure you're satisfied with your food and of course the food. read more

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My wife and I eat Mexican food at least once a week - we stumbled into this small but cozy restaurant on a weekend - the food was fabulous and the chips were crispy - I had the chilaquiles which were perfectly prepared - the tomatillo sauce at this place is superb read more

Came to Pina's Cafe tonight... Not only is it warm and cozy but I really enjoy their food. Their lemonade was so fresh and icy and I'm always a fan of these chips and salsa. Their chicken salad, nachos, and enchiladas are some of my other favorites! read more

Pina’s Cafe - Mexican Near Me - San Pedro, California

Today was my first visit to this restaurant and, while sitting there with my sisters, I learned that my father and my sisters had been dining here for over 25 years. One of my sisters described her previous dining experiences here as sitting at our grandmother's kitchen table and enjoying her food. The cafe is small and cozy and has been operating at this location for 38 years. The service was great and we all felt as we were welcomed into someone's home. The food was good. My meal of green chili, rice and beans was satisfying and the potato taco was very good. This is a comfort food place in a comfortable setting and that's what I expected and that's what I was served. read more

Ordered two taquitos meal with beans and rice. Also ordered bean and cheese burrito. And a flan. Everything was very tasty and delicious. Taquitos were nice and crispy and the chicken was tender. Beans and rice were flavorful. The bean and cheese burrito was also tasty and the red sauce was amazing. Flan was delicious however it lacked a little bit of flavor. Overall great tasty Mexican food. Will be coming here again. Highly recommend to others read more

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Sub-par to average at best. Greasy. Guaranteed stomach ache after EVERY time I ate here. (I don't assume anything btw) Won't be returning. Ever. Maybe you can improve by using clean oil and hands.. read more

I have been coming years since I was little, and let me tell you, many years later this place does NOT DISAPPOINT ! I always enjoy the atmosphere and of course the amazing dishes. I love Pina's and my family will forever be a loyal customer. read more

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Food was really good and the serves was great .we will definitely be back .food was so good we had to grab a gift certificate for one of are lucky friend's read more

Pina’s Cafe - the front of the restaurant - Mexican Near Me - San Pedro, California

Great neighborhood eats place. Family atmosphere, good solid food & drinks. Always nice to have a complementary tequila shot.

I got the carne asada burrito and it was delicious! I enjoyed the service and vibe of the small restaurant. I will definitely be back next time I'm in the area!! read more

Marginal. Had the chili verde plate. The verde sauce had been whipped into a pure watery liquid with little flavor. Very disappointing. Beans and rice were both acceptable. Chips and salsa were standard. Facility is small but clean and comfortable. Service was excellent. With the reviews I had hopes for a special experience but it did not deliver. With all the choices available I will likely not return yo this one. read more

Wonderful friendly service and excellent food ! They let me practice spanish with them and were so kind.

I do not recommend this place at all. I ordered a soup off their take out menu. Once i got home and served it on a bowl I noticed there was hardly any meat. It was mostly broth on the order. I thought it might've been a mistake. So i take it back and the guy there just starts bullshiting me saying thats the portion size and that i shouldve asked for hominy. Saying that the meat is very expensive and saying thats why they give so little. There literally was like 2 table spoons of meat inside this 32oz container. Which happens to be the "large bowl" i paid $15 for broth that was so mid. Would never go back read more

Loved going to this little place for years, I just hate that they open so late now and is closed Sunday. I like their breakfast but I can't wait till 11 to eat because that's when they open read more

The friendly and welcoming vibe when you walk through the door is just as amazing as the food!

great food and family-like atmosphere. One of my go-to spots in San Pedro. Never disappoints

Customer service alone. The food is good. I've been eating here for many years. A very simple menu with simple ingredients it's like all your favorites and whatever you ask for my friend will make sure you're happy. The ice blended lemonade is also something you should order just because it's Pinas. read more

Our family loves Pina's cafe. I have been coming here since I was a kid. The owners are some of the nicest people, I feel like I'm walking right into my grandmas house. Always so happy and welcoming here. The food is delicious, authentic and always 100% comfort read more

It'll scratch the itch. It's a quaint little spot that makes you feel like you're eating in someone's living room. The food was good but not amazing. I'll go back if I'm hankering for nearby Mexican. read more

By far my favorite Mexican restaurant in Pedro. I have been coming here my whole life and have never had a bad meal. The enchilada sauce is so incredible and unique. Everything is home made and delicious you can't go wrong with any item you order. The only downside is there glasses for drinks are really really small. And they don't have a soda fountain just cans. Which goes quickly and can be pricey. read more

I really was treated like family here from the moment I called my order in to the moment I left. This place is definitely a hidden gem of San Pedro. I got the carne asado burrito wet and it was really good. Good portions and reasonable prices in combination with their customer service makes you want to like this restaurant even more than you already do when you eat their food. Truly great service read more

I have been going to Pina's for over 10 years. I especially recommend their chile relleno, chicken tortilla soup, albondigas soup (perfect remedy for a cold), or milanesa. My family has ordered almost everything on the menu and it is always good comfort food and amazing customer service, greeting every customer as a friend. It is a smaller restaurant near a busier road, but is the best Mexican restaurant in San Pedro by far with the loveliest owners. It is also very much a small local business. The owners are always so kind and appreciative, even when we ask for extra salsa or stay a bit longer talking in the restaurant. They have comfy booth seating as well as tables and have takeout available. read more

A cute little hole in the wall in San Pedro. Parking is decent- there was plenty of street parking when we went. I don't believe there was a private lot. We were immediately seated and the place is small and appeared clean. The waitress was very attentive- my water glass must have been filled at least 4 times even when I had just taken a small sip. The food itself was mediocre bordering on bad. My boyfriend got the Chile relleno burrito which was more beans than anything and I got a enchilada/chicken taco combo. The enchilada was good but the chicken taco was tasteless and the chicken tasted dry and old. I legitimately had the thought that they were using old chicken to make the taco. It was pricey for what was served. I'm legit worried I'm going to get sick. Overall, I definitely would not come back and would not recommend this place to my friends. read more

Great food, great service, the nicest people! I reccomend the Chili verde burrito. The environment is very welcoming.

First time here and I had the steak Taxqueño. It was amazing and I could taste every layer of seasoning & cariño that went into it! It's on the spicy side, but I happily ate it sniffling all the way through! On another visit I had the chicken enchiladas verdes and once again they did not disappoint. It's like there's a bunch of abuelitas in the kitchen cooking for all their grandkids!! A restaurant you will feel at home in. read more

Pina’s Cafe - Steak Taxqueño - Mexican Near Me - San Pedro, California

Being overcharged cancels out my interest in critiquing the food. I placed a phone order for 2 asada dry burritos, but received steak picado burritos and one order of beef taquitos a la carte and was billed $21.74 Instead of $17.32 according to their menu prices. Silly me left a cash tip on top of being overcharged... So I'm not too fond of establishments where I need to watch what they're charging. All in all, heavy on the pinto beans with very little meat. So it was more like eating a bean soup burrito instead of the steak burrito you receive from Fantastic cafe or King taco. read more

I was disappointed with the food. I really wanted to like this place. I heard so many goo thing's about it. That food was great, they have operated in the community for many years, great cust service etc etc etc. A friend had shared a post on FB that since COVID 19 they have been struggling. I ordered lunch with high hopes. I ordered a carne asada wet burrito asked for guac and sour cream. Burrito was big in size, no quac or sour cream and maybe 5 long flat pieces of asada. It was basically all beans in every bite. Sauce was flavored well though. Also ordered chile verde and pork was very over cooked pr possible old. Chile rellano* was very small and breading was just blah. Maybe they have been not doing so well because of their food quality and not COVID 19? On a good note the customer service was good. @Juan I believe I ordered last week Tuesday. I will see if I can find the post that asked the community to support your business. That is the day I ordered. Chile rellano wasn't a burrito. It was lal carte. So maybe check for that order. I picked up at 9th st location. read more

Used to be way better. My taquitos tasted like a little frozen ones you buy at the store. not worth what it cost. Hopefully will get better as we love this place. read more

A hole-in-the-wall in plain sight. I don't know how they do it but since 1984, they've had the same great, home-cooked food without becoming a chain. And that suits me just fine. Right off busy 9th St, above Gaffey, Pina's is the Real McCoyo of Mexican fare. Whenever we'd get our post-surf Mex-Pavlovian drool going, this is where we went. No garbage Taco Bell, El Torito or yupped Chipotle for us. You want authenticity, this is where to eat. A poco hole-in-the-adobe, maybe 6 tables and a two-cook only kitchen served up piping hot Michoaccan(?) style meals loaded with tasty attitude. The salsa WILL warm you up (as it should in authentic Mex food) and the chips are made fresh daily. My favorite was the carnitas con huevos but its all good. Add to that some freshly-made, warm tortillas...this was good food. I'd top it off with a fresh-sliced banana-strawberry shake and when we'd had our fill, waddle out the door, totally stuffed. They have a tiny, little toilet out back that reminds me of the eateries south of the border where the heads are always "out back". Once you've had the Real McCoyo, you'll probably be disappointed with your Taco Bell. read more

I have eaten at this restaurant in the past and the food was not bad. I currently tried to order delivery from them and had to wait over an hour. To my surprise they canceled the order and gave no reason. This is the first time I tried to order online with them and the last time. This is not a reputable restaurant. There are many other Mexican restaurants in the San Pedro area that have excellent food and provide great service. This is not one of them... read more