I am on a diet, but when a co-worker suggested we go to this restaurant close to where we work - one that I had not been to yet, I jumped at this opportunity. She described it as a small hole in the wall that has incredible, delicious authentic Mexican food. Very true! It smelled wonderful when we walked in - yes, it was small place with a nice patio to sit. The people who worked there were terribly friendly. We were given free samples of aqua Fresca to try - and they were delicious. I couldn't follow exactly what the owner said was in them (my Spanish is terrible)- but the first had pineapple and cucumbers I believe and it was so refreshing and wonderful. The second tasted as if it had chocolate in it, but when my friend clarified with the owner - no, there wasn't chocolate in it. It reminded me of Mexican hot chocolate - only served cold. It was so good. My friend got the Horchata, which she always gets. I couldn't decide between the grilled fish and shrimp plate or the steak ranchero, so the very accommodating owner said he would make me a "plate" (singular) with both! How nice! I love it when I can get food the way I like it! In the end, I was served two big separate plates of delicious food !- The fish which I believe was tilapia - was perfectly grilled, lightly breaded. I asked for a salad, to go with it (passing on the beans and rice), and I was surprised when the salad came with a lot of sliced avocado. Then he brought out a whole plate of the Steak Ranchero. It was sooo spicy (even for me), but I couldn't stop eating it! I was on a diet, like I said, but who could resist fresh tortillas! My friend got the quesadilla, which is her favorite. It was huge... and she was very happy with it. She's a tiny thing, but she ate all of hers. The owner came by a handful of times to check on us. Did I need a box to take my food home? He assumed I guess that I would not be eating all that food. "OH NO!" I told him, "I'm eating all of it!" Our intention was to give the sweet faced dog who was hanging out, a bit of our lunch, but we ate everything except a few tortillas. I tried to get a little bit of the juice from my plates to flavor the tortilla and offered it to her. She said, "Eh, I'm on Keto" and walked away. Oh well. read more

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La comida siempre está rica !! Gracias Don Omar por su buen servicio siempre alegre. El ambiente es agradable con la música y también para convivir con familia ustedes siempre nos atienden amablemente aunque le pedimos muchas cosas como (limones,servilletas,chile ) o si queremos probar la agua fresca usted antes que nosotros pedimos, nos ofrece probar con la agua fresca que queremos comprar cualquier cosa siempre atento para todos. El sazón de la comida siempre está muy rica para cada antojo que tenemos. Me encantaron los tacos de camarón era mi primera ves probando y ahora se que va ser mi primer opción para la próxima! Gracias Chilate!! read more

Restaurant Chilate - Tacos De Camarón - Mexican Near Me - Lamont, California

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While working in Lamont sporadically, I realized today that I have not eaten any local mexican food and honestly, that is a cryin shame. Decided to fix that today and pulled into the small unassuming parking lot of Restaurant Chilate right off of Highway 184 in Lamont. Next to the Frosty King with a big red food truck outside. The ambiance feels just as unassuming as the parking lot outside - a hole-in-the-wall type place that feels like someone's actual dining room. A little stuffy dining room. If I were able to speak any understandable Spanish placing the order might have been just a little more smooth, but in the end our communications were successful and my table ordered birria tacos, an el pastor torta, and 4 pastor tacos. The salsa is served up in condiment bottles: red one is of course red sauce. It was VERY tasty but also very espicy so sensitive tastebuds might want to take caution. The next bottle is green sauce which was so delicious I almost made a soup out of my tacos. The birria was amazing. Total perfection and piled thick onto the tortillas which tasted homemade. The pastor was tasty and delicious as well, but the birria took the gold star of the day. I had 2 of them and felt full. No soda machines, but a cooler to the right holds cold water and coca cola. After lunch, we stepped outside to sit at the patio tables for a moment. They were as dusty as an old wagon wheel and could have used a wet rag and cleaner. In their defense, it cant be easy keeping those tables clean being across the street from an orchard and on the side of an actual highway. Concerning the grub, I would most def visit again. The food was legit and authentic. Nice first experience for my tastebuds and I want more of that birria. Mmmm. read more

Food was okay. Very unimaginative and plain. Service was non-existent but for bringing food to the table. Ambiance? Meh. Sugar was served with coffee. Powdered creamer served. No Splenda nor artificial sweetener. Communications: not good. Menu on wall is hard to read, almost impossible. No printed menu observed. On the positive, the tortillas were hot. But I didn't knowingly order any. The hot sauces, both red (hot) and green (mild) were served in plastic containers where there was no brand, so I didn't know what kind of sauce it was. No name tags on any of the employees. read more

Best food ever! The service is amazing too, everyone is so kind and friendly. The restaurant used to be a subway and has nice seats and tables. Outside seating is great too. Alway recommend this place to everyone and bring people all the time. Everyone always loves it too. Highly recommend! read more

Restaurant Chilate - Gordita - Mexican Near Me - Lamont, California

Excelente servicio, Comida y ambiente, los dueños son personas amables, y muy atentas con sus clientes, nos gusta mucho venir aquí.. uno de los lugares favoritos de mi familia.. 100% Recomendado, read more

A must try! My husband and I tried restaurant Chilate for the first time and Their customer service is outstanding, my husband loves chilaquiles and even though they don't have it on the menu el chilates cook made them for him! Now that's great customer service. I got the sopes and omg they are bigger than your usual Mexican restaurant, the meat (asada) was so tasty! The sauces are delicious and the horchata was perrrfect. This place is super authentic Mexican food, I suggest you go try it! They make hand made tortillas! You won't be disappointed During this pandemic they have shaded outdoor seating for comfort. read more

Came in for breakfast with my wife. The staff is super friendly and the food authenticity is second to none. Great flavor, homemade plate taste and you can't beat the homemade tortillas! My wife loved the taquitos dorados and I had the menudo. I must try if your in the area. read more

Hand made tortillas! Amazing tasting food! The chile is super hot! Must try if you go to the little town of Lamont.

Very good food every time we come here . Very authentic and very much at home atmosphere . If you come here you will not regret it , always fresh and made to order . They're birria it's very delicious a must try . read more

Restaurant Chilate - Carne asada gorditas and milanesa plate - Mexican Near Me - Lamont, California

It is so unfortunate that these people are such horrible dog owners. Their food is alright, but this review is being solely posted on the fact that they have a dog with them at the restaurant. Now I'm not sure if that dog is kept there all day or just after a certain hour. However, from where I live in town there is only so many routes I can take to walk with my dog and my son. Unfortunately all the available routes means I have to walk by this place. I used to buy food here, but I will never be buying food again. Their dog has now TWICE tried to attack my dog who is friendly and on a very short leash. These people are irresponsible and one of the reason pits have a bad reputation. If you choose to bring your dogs with you the least you could do is keep them on a damn leash. read more

I work down the st at the metro by T-Mobile store LOVE THE FOOD FROM HERE!! And the staff is awesome!!

This is Mexican food at is best not taco bell Esta si es comida Mexicana, que taco bell ni que nada , read more

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I have eaten here at least once a week since the opening. This restaurant is close to my work. If I could eat here every day during the work week I would have the following: Monday: Vegetable Soup (Monday special), Chile Relleno and Tortillas. Tuesday: Restaurant closed Wednesday: Quesadilla (The best) and maybe some Tortillas lol . Thursday: Chicken Posole (Thursday Special) and Tortillas. Friday: Chile Relleno and Tortillas. No chips and salsa here, I have the homemade Tortillas and the Molcajete Salsa...The bomb! The Chile Relleno is my favorite....I could eat it every day of the week. Everything looks so good here.....Only so many days in the week. I will have to try the Menudo next time I work a weekend. read more

Restaurant Chilate - Chile relleno combo..... The best! - Mexican Near Me - Lamont, California

Very good food at a reasonable price , love the taste as well as the selection of meats and foods , would of hoped for a better experience as went two different times and ordered the same thing and was different prices apart from that the food is delicious read more

Restaurant Chilate - Alambre and guarache - Mexican Near Me - Lamont, California

Went there today for lunch after a wedding. First the positive; people are friendly, home made tortillas & salsa were good. Then the not so great. I'm not sure about you, but I want see prices and they don't have a menu with that. They have pictures of plates WITHOUT prices....."just ask for prices" we were told. So, if you want to order a la carte good luck with that. My carne asada plate combination came and right away I noticed one third of it was FAT! the rice and beans were good (my little nephew ate them) the tacos looked good....so 5 street tacos, a plate combination & one drink $27 including tip! I don't go to Lamont often, but if I do and want food, I don't think they will be my first choice. read more

I was in the area on yelp looking for a place to grub and seen this place with decent stars. WHY NOT try it. I came in with the Gordita in mind (food not a chick) and the guy behind the counter suggested the Alambres plate. Damn am I glad he did. this plate has tortillas on the bottom and loaded with deliciousness on top. you can get asada, pastor, and shrimp on it, MUST TRY. I would drive from bako just to have this plate again. read more

Restaurant Chilate - Alambres plate. choose 3 toppings. it's like tacos over topped with deliciousness - Mexican Near Me - Lamont, California

Amazing authentic food, quick friendly service. They even made me a special vegan quesadilla. The green sauce was great.

Pretty satisfying. I've had this insane craving for gorditas but not very many taco spots make them. I came by chilate while working in Lamont because my sister and brother say it's really good. Luckily they do make gorditas! I tried the carne asada ones and chicharron. The carne asada was very tasty not bland like a lot of taco joints. The only thing lacking was a really good salsa. Other than that I would recommend. The gorditas are huge too which made sense of the look she gave me when I ordered 3. Clearly I couldn't eat the 2nd or 3rd gordita (shared with my sister and uncle). Add on an enchilada plate (for my grandma) and the total came out to under $17. The chicharron gordita wasn't bad, I would have liked some chunks of pork in there but still I would come back here again. read more

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Metro by T-Mobile loves this place!! Friendly and family owned!! The team and owners are always so welcoming and the food is 100% authentic.

This is the best Mexican food in the area my dad would go one at least 4 time a week for the homemade corn tortillas. Honestly my favorite place to get real Mexican food read more

Great little place and the owners and staff are super friendly ... And the gorditas are delicious .. read more

Restaurant Chilate - Chorizo gorditas - Mexican Near Me - Lamont, California

Best shrimp casadilla on the planet, great food, very Cabo-ish feel. Queso Fresca on the beans like old Mexico.The food is cooked right in front of you, and the staff is super friendly. I really like this place. read more

Tried to order enchiladas to go on my short lunch break over the phone. Apparently no one speaks English there so when I showed up 30 minutes later they decided to ask what it was I ordered...a chicken salad or enchiladas...none of which were actually ready. So thank you for thank. Back to work I go hungry. Appreciate it. read more

Their food is delicious and the owner very very friendly and everyone there.. El chilate esquisito!!! Just like the one you find in GUERRERO, MEXICO.. will definitely go back soon..LOVE THIS PLACE!! read more

Taste like your eating at a family friends house. Always bomb. Try the shrimp tacos and get your car washed while you eat.

This place is FUEGO. Authentic Mexican food. The best Alambres I've had since my last visit to Mexico! Mixed alambres are a must try. read more

This place is awesome. I travel from Bakersfield just to eat here. When your in here try the chicken quesadilla. House made tortillas!!! Best and biggest quesadilla I've ever had.. read more

I'd seen this place many times and always wonder if it'd be worth trying. Finally one Sunday decided to checked it out with the family. It turns out it's a very welcoming environment, we were greeted the very second we entered by a couple of employees. The place is small but as a starting business I'm sure they'll get a bigger spot because not only they have and outstanding customer service but they also have some of the most delicious Mexican cuisine I've had in my life. Their food is fresh, it is very flavorful, their serving portions are just right. In other words I'll go back to this place very soon and if you find yourself in the Lamont area check this place out. You won't regret it. read more

Restaurant Chilate - Chilate Restaurant - Mexican Near Me - Lamont, California

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Perfect place to grab authentic Mexican food while you get you car washed. Never packed, always good. Omar and the staff are friendly and polite. Go for a Sunday brunch shrimp taco, you won't be disappointed. read more

I loved the fresh tortillas, the food was fresh. The staff is super nice and attentive. I had an enchilada plate it was good, the portion is huge. The food lacked flavor but made up for it in freshness and overall quality. read more

They have delicious birria. Fresh made tortillas were the best we've had this side of the border. Chilate drink was uniquely delicious too. We will definitely stop here every time we are in town. read more

We enjoyed the handmade tortillas and delicious meats and toppings, but the most memorable part was the outstanding service. The owner offered multiple samples and answered our out-of-towner questions cheerfully. Definitely plan to return, on this trip or another. read more

The most authentic Mexican spot in Lamont. The homemade tortillas and salsas are consistently fresh and delicious. My go to is a gordita de adobada. The service is solid even at peak hours. read more

Mole Special on Friday... I licked my plate clean! Add the special salsa for extra spice

Had a carne asana burrito, it was pretty good. Filling but it wasn't as yummy as I hoped. Husband had a combo plate and was given fresh handmade tortillas. The rice is nice and fluffy, and the ladies there are very nice. The in-laws love this place, hot fresh food. I would recommend but I think it varies from plate to plate. I think its funny that the tables and chairs were still there from the previous tenant, subway. read more

This restaurant is amazing! Small and intimate. They really make you feel like family. Owners are friendly and staff are very friendly. Everything is hand made. Tortillas, meats, and salsas. And they are on display for you to watch as they prepare it. The tortillas alone are legendary. You can taste the authenticity. Their slogan is "the best from my town." They do not disappoint. If anything they make it resonate even louder. I'd give more stars if I could. read more

Loved this small family owned spot. Jamiaca agua fresca and specially made veggie burrito full of avocado, mushrooms were excellent. Try the spicy red salsa! Happy to support small family owned business with great food. read more