Honestly, I thought this place was closed. When I walked in there was not another soul to be seen except for an employee eating in one of the booths. That should have been my first indication to turn right around and exit. I walked up to the counter and asked if they were closed and they said no so I proceeded to the place where you place an order. I stood there for several minutes while the employee behind the counter paced back-and-forth while muttering something to himself. I kept looking at him thinking OK he's going to come take my order. That never happened. I generally like Qdoba and I thought the food was good in the past, but I didn't even get a chance to get any food this time. I sat there for probably twice as long as I should have just wondering what was happening. I don't want to bash anyone but I think he was having a breakdown or is just not all there. With so many restaurants on Atherton I decided to walk away and go get something else. Unfortunately I'd avoid this place until they figure out service. I'd even accept a quick "hang on for just one minute please" while waiting, I had nothing else planned tonight. At least some acknowledgment of a customer would be good, or so one would think. read more

I put my order in online 10 minutes before I got here. Then I see all the staff standing around doing nothing even when there's a line of people so I ask if they got my order and they said yes. Even when the small line cleared none of them started making a quesadilla so I got back in line because I figured that was the only way it was gonna be done. He said they were short on ingredients today and I asked for a refund and then he said that you have to get that from the manager when he arrives, I am driving State College and Pittsburgh for work and was unable to "wait for manager " They told me I could not order anything else because the register is down. I had to use my email receipt to go to customer service for chipotle to request a refund read more

The food is great as usual, though the friendliness of the staff is the primary reason for this five star. Would recommend.

Best value and taste for Mexican takeout in State College. Always ample portions, always fresh ingredients, always good service.

Food was very good, place was clean, and staff was friendly. better portion sizes than anywhere near campus

Expensive and disappointingly tasteless. We both got Brisket Burritos with Beans,Rice, Cheese & Salsa plus small drinks $23 ! Everything they put in was totally tasteless and very very skimpy amount of cheese. I can't imagine anyone wanting/ liking Mexican food liking this place. Friendly service and clean place but they lost my business read more

I love coming here. The food is really good, a little expensive but I get the bowl and they are usually filled up really well. Sometimes staff customer service could be better but over all the food tastes great, they give good portions and lots of options. read more

Amazing food, service and prices! Will eat here again! Very pleased! Had the combo fajita. SO Good! Fresh salsa and guacamole. Very tasty!

My son recently had a surprise birthday party for his fiancée and he had Qdoba cater the meal. Everything was expertly prepared and packed and they provided everything from napkins to plasticware to the warmers for the food! The manager could not be more helpful! The meal was enjoyed by one and all and there was lots of leftovers to still be enjoyed - cannot say enough good things about Qdoba catering!! read more

QDOBA Mexican Eats - Fast Food Near Me - State College, Pennsylvania

Every. Single. Time. I visit this location, I say I'll never return for one reason or another. My kids like it, so I keep going back for them. I've had some seriously cranky and downright rude folks wait on me, almost every time. I always cringe when they ring up my order total because it's just so expensive! I wouldn't mind paying a higher price if the quality and quantity of food matched the cost. The last time I was there, I spent $32 on chips and queso and 4 tacos (and 2 small drinks). One of the tacos fell apart as soon as I picked it up. The ground beef was very dry and didn't taste very good- it kind of tasted like cardboard to be honest. I told my kids if they want this kind of food, Moe's is right across the street. I'm done paying for "meh" food and food that we can't eat, served by angry and mean people. No thank you. read more

QDOBA Mexican Eats - Fell apart as soon as I picked it up. Awesome. - Fast Food Near Me - State College, Pennsylvania

We generally order food from Qdoba -- with Covid-19 restrictions and attempts at keeping food and people safe, I was surprised to see a food prep employee wearing a mask below his nose and breathing all over the food orders he was working on -- not to mention so much facial hair also not covered. Management of this facility should be aware. The food was excellent, as always, and thankfully not prepared by that same individual. read more

Consistency is the key here. I can pretty much go into any QDOBA and get the same quality of food selection. This location is very nice. Not as crowded and noisy as the downtown location. Staff was very friendly and helpful. read more

I eat at this restaurant frequently. I order online a great deal. I have never had an order be late. I have always find all ingredients full and ready. I have food allergies and this location is great about making sure I get what I need here. I will be back many times. Thank you. read more

Ordered online 25 mins in advance. When I got there at the pickup time they had yet to start my order. Basically could have just gone and ordered there. It saved no time. The food is great but this is the 3rd time in the month they've been open that they are ether understaffed or poorly managed to organize and deal with the number of people they need to make food for. Food recommended Service not recommended read more

Best Mexican food in State College. Nachos are incredible and restaurant is clean with a good atmosphere.

I love this place. The staff is always so friendly and they make my food just how I like it. If you order in the store you can get half and half of stuff like beans, rice, and meat. Highly recommend!! read more

I ordered ahead recently for two kids meals a burrito and a bowl. The burrito was fine. I was missing an entire kids meal and the bowl was missing salsa, sour cream, and guac, which I paid for. Reached out to be contacted by chipoltle and was never responded to. read more

Food is good. Depending who is working service can be good or sub par. When working in the service Industry, when your having a bad day you still have to treat the customers well read more

Food is ok but low value. $9 with the tax for a bowl that has about 1/4 cup of grilled chicken. Staff is super nice. My first and last trip here. Nothing special read more

My wife and I are huge fans and eat at different Qdobas frequently. This trip was disappointing. Their were several things that they were out of when we started ordering. We had to wait for several ingredients and the staff didn't apologize or seem to care. They didn't smile and made very little if any eye contact. The food was delicious or it would be a one star review. We still love Qdoba for food and price, but we were frustrated with the service today. read more

Food was good just like the downtown one but this location is severely understaffed. It's the 3rd time I had to wait about 5+ mins before getting served while there is no one in line. I had to wait for them to finish making the food before they could take my order and this was at noon time which is 1 hour after they open. If no one wants to work here then, management needs to step up and come work at this location or pay these students more than minimum wage so your turn over isn't so high. read more

I don't think I can go to this one anymore. The last time I was here, it looked like the ingredients had been sitting under heat lamps for several hours. Also, the flavors were off - a bit bland, slightly too much cilantro. It looks like I'll have to start going to an actual restaurant. read more

I stopped into this Qdoba this evening and the front doors were locked however people were inside eating and working. I went to the side door which was unlocked and proceeded to order. There were 2 people working which didn't seem so bad since there were only 3 customers inside who already had their food and were sitting and eating. The older bald gentleman behind the counter working was disheveled and frazzled trying his best to get my food as fast as possible. He did a great job except the younger girl working with him distracted him with holding the phone to his ear- making him distracted and he accidentally put beans in my bowl- which I didn't want. Of course that was the last of the rice so he had to go in the back and get a new container and bring it out. No big deal, I was very patient and polite with him as I could tell it's been a bad night for him. He completed my order and it was time for me to pay. I told the girl twice I wanted chips - additionally a side of queso was sitting there so she had 3 hints. No gloves. I also asked for a water bottle - no gloves and tomato chunks on my water, thanks. The entire counter was a complete disaster. Shredded cheese, queso, lettuce, corn everywhere and all mixed in with other containers. The younger girl had a complete unapologetic flat affect, not professional, not accommodating, not helpful to her coworker. If she was trying to seem uninterested in working there she hit the nail on the head. I don't care if you don't like your job, but at the very least you can HELP your coworker who is clearly drowning. Kudos to the guy- he did a great job read more

Disappointing. I was excited to have a Qdoba on this side of town. However, it seems as if they are understaffed and not trained well. It took a long time to get served and the food was not that good. Didn't see anyone that looked or acted like a manager around. read more

I have been absolutely in love with Qdoba since I came to college. I was so excited to see that a Qdoba opened up on my side of town as an off campus student. I love the ambiance, the cool, funky music and the overall vibe of the place. The employees are always super friendly and helpful and seem in tune with their community as I have seen them interact with what I'm assuming can only be regulars. The food is always made fast and accurately and can I just say that it is DELICIOUS. I will be returning over and over again. Thanks so much for saving me the trip to campus to satisfy a craving! read more