One of BEST authentic places I have ever been to, this place will NEVER disappoint you in anything you choose. The food is great portions and good prices even though the pandemic. The tortillas are made by hand and it really makes you feel like you are at grandma's house on a weekend. I wish there tables were a bit bigger though but everything is just great! The workers are nice,very respectful and dont rush you to order. Just make sure you order ahead of time just in case because once this place gets busy it gets busy because its so loved by the high-school student during lunch time. You will love this place just like it was grandma's house and the spices and smell of the restaurant will make you feel like you can relax and have a great chat with friends and family. Do wish they did catering for events. read more

Omgosh! I i cant recommend this place enough!! The food is so good and savory. With very authentic dishes that are fresh! Ive had the chilliquies, menudo and the chili renello. Its definitely worth our stop off the 99 drive! read more

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This place should be much more famous. We stopped here on our way from LA to Yosemite with the kids begging for McDonald's. They complaned that they don't want Mexican, that the menu is in Spanish and that, well, it's not McDonald's. We were able to convince them to try the taco, rice and beans. Once they did they were hooked. They kept ordering more and asked if we can get to go orders for later. We (the adults) had the popusas and sopes. Honestly, the best Mexican food we ever had! read more

Rosa Silvestre Restaurant - Popusas, chicken taco, sopes, rice and beans - Mexican Near Me - McFarland, California

Best chicken tacos! On the way home from a cruise to Mexico and stopped here on my brother in-laws suggestion. Stomach wasn't feeling right after the cruise so kept it simple with 2 chicken tacos with hand made tortillas, very delicious and flavorful. Service was excellent. Will make sure to stop again when passing by. read more

My wife and I decided to take a cruise to McFarland since we've seen the movie a few times and we live closer now. We spoke to a couple locals and they recommended this restaurant. We kept it simple, two carne asada burritos with everything to go. Rode back home to Bakersfield, they were wrapped perfectly as they were still hot. Now the best part, the food! The burrito was delicious and hefty, the ratio of all the ingredients is in my opinion perfect. I had to dive in with no sauce, it reminded me of the Mexican food I grew up eating. They provided two sauces, one red and one green. I'm a huge fan of green salsa, actually I prefer green over red. But, if you're going to rate something, you have to go all in. Red salsa with the second bite, boom! Immediate flavor burst, good mesh of all the ingredients. It wasn't too spicy, but my tolerance is a bit higher. So here I go, green means go and man did it deliver! Green salsa has the perfect spice, doesn't take away from the flavor of the burrito, instead compliments it so well. My wife and I will definitely be returning here. We wanted to eat inside, but it was hotter inside than it was outside, would have loved to enjoy the burrito fresh off the grill, but it was delicious nonetheless! Staff was welcoming and helpful, I loved the simplicity of it all. We're all used to a massive menu or something digital, but that's not the case here. They have a menu on the wall and that's that, loved it but wasn't expecting the simplicity. read more

Rosa Silvestre Restaurant - Carne asada burrito and green salsa. - Mexican Near Me - McFarland, California

On our way to Yosemite but wanted to stop and eat some breakfast. So glad we stopped here! The chilaquiles were so good!! They were crunchy and had a kick to them . The horchata was really good too! Would drive 2/3 hours to eat here again read more

Rosa Silvestre Restaurant - Mexican Near Me - McFarland, California

OMG, food was exceptional. We stopped in on a referral.best decision on Mexican food. Very authentic. We bought pastor tacos. They were overflowing with meat. Tender and delicious. We also bought ranchero eggs. Sauce was delish and eggs cooked to perfection. I'm coming back next weekend. Great service. Great atmosphere. People who care about their customers and the food they're making. read more

The Food is delicious and it's a nice atmosphere. I got the Birria Tacos and it comes w consume ...

Great service, great food! We loved the food and service so much we went back two days in a row. We ordered carne asada tacos, quesbirrias, pupusas, and Caldo de res. Everything was delicious, but our favorite were the carne asada tacos with the handmade tortillas, which are big size tacos. The meat was so flavorful and delicious, we couldn't get enough. Next time we're in the area, we already know we're going there for breakfast, lunch, and dinner for tacos! read more

Excellent! Like others, I was driving on the 99 and stumbled across this place. Oh my goodness- the food is authentic and delicious. My mom ordered the pozole, the jamaica drink (hibiscus) and I ordered the caldo de res. We received homemade corn tortillas. My mom who makes an excellent pozole found this pozole to meet her standards. The restaurant is nicely decorated with beautiful colors and very clean. It is named after the family matriarch- Rosa Silvestre. A self portrait of this beautiful woman adorns the restaurant wall. Don't hesitate- stop and eat some delicious food, and drive around the neighborhood. read more

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Great Food! Really very cool stop on way up 99. We stopped because we just loved the movie made about this little town. Really a great movie and true story especially in todays age when there is so much emphasis on differences in humanity in negative ways. It was an honor to visit this town and restaurant as consider the great culture and evidence of excellence when you put your heart into it. The restaurant was quaint and unassuming, the food was really excellent. I encourage you, stop by. After make a stop at the original store next door that was very much featured in the film. People were welcoming and just going about their business. Great stop. read more

Rosa Silvestre Restaurant - Store and Restaurant from McFarland USA. - Mexican Near Me - McFarland, California

You are welcomed in by the bright, vibrant interior walls adorned with authentic Mexican wares. the interior seems sparse, yet this place makes up for what it lacks with authentic Mexican food that will quell even the hungriest of bellies. Having tried hundreds of Mexican restaurants throughout the country (over the road truck driver), nothing comes close to the flavor profile found at this establishment. they have a simple menu, but there's nothing simple about the flavor. There was a period where the quality suffered. I was told it was because the previous owners were cutting corners, but fortunately, the new owner is sticking to the original quality it had set out to deliver to the community. Every time I find myself traveling up or down the 99, I make it a goal to stop at this place when it is open. I've tried several of their dishes; Posolé, menudo, the tacos are great, using handmade tortillas, quesabirrias, birria, and my current favorite, torta ahogada. all of these pair well with their ever changing selection of aguas frescas! I Can't wait to go back again and try more of the menu! read more

Rosa Silvestre Restaurant - torta ahogada - Mexican Near Me - McFarland, California

Decided to give this place a try and was not disappointed. The torta I ordered was good, the service was good and the ambiance was a nice touch. Definitely coming here again. read more

You could easily pass it if you were not paying attention. You go inside and find this brightly colored, well kept little shop. You can see the aguas frescas as you walk to the counter. We ordered pupusas and quesabirria. Order 3 quesabirria and you get a free consommé. The birria was so soft and the consommé and an excellent flavor. The pupusas were well filled and a nice size. We really enjoyed everything we got and look forward to going back and trying some new items soon. read more

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Nice little hole in the wall place, family owned and authentic Mexican food. Simple menu, soups, breakfast items and traditional dishes. Food portions and temperature are on point. Reasonably priced, good service and easy parking. read more

Rosa Silvestre Restaurant - Torta Ahogado with horchata - Mexican Near Me - McFarland, California

It takes a bit for food to become ready bc food is made fresh fresh. I called to place my order 20 mins in advance. I have a bacon breakfast burrito. It comes with egg, potatoes, cheese, refried beans, and bacon with a side of salsa. Fresh and Delicious!!! read more

The homemade tortillas are delicious and the pastor is the best I've had. Great restaurant for authentic Mexican food. Would recommend this place to everyone. read more

Best service, delicious, clean and colorful. We were treated with the most humble, kindness and hospitality. Plates presentation at the best. It was an experience for life and will go back for sure. Thank you for your passion at what you do Rosa Silvestre! read more

Stumbled on this Mexican restaurant while searching for food in McFarland. It's a narrow little restaurant decorated with bright colors and authentic Mexican art and folklore. Their tacos were delicious and my friend who got the quesabirria raved about them! The horchata is a large portion and it was delicious. The bathroom was clean. The only thing I wish was different was the temperature of the restaurant - there was no air circulation and it felt hot and musty. I'd come back here if I am ever in McFarland again. Check them out!! read more

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Service was nice and friendly, Food is good but they can take a while to get your order out

The quesabirrias were the best! Great customer service & ambience of the restaurant was great! Definitely recommend! read more

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Everything I've trained has been delicious: albóndigas, caldo de res, pupusas, tacos, tortas...it's all wonderful and flavorful. The service is great, the decor is vibrant and colorful. A great place for traditional Mexican food. read more

We are fond of the movie "McFarland, USA" so when driving through we had to stop at McFarland. The food was delicious. Decorations in the restaurant were colorful and beautiful. read more

This place was definitely a place I would come back to again and again. Their meat is well seasoned, well cooked, great service. I had an asada quesadilla and my husband had tacos de cabeza and pastor and asada he really enjoyed them!! Absolutely give this place a try!! read more

Rosa Silvestre Restaurant - Mexican Near Me - McFarland, California

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Amazing food! So tasty! I had carne sopes, my boyfriend got the pork burrito. We were both sooooo happy with the meal. I ate until I felt like bursting because each bite was so wonderful! This is the kind of place you take a three hour road trip for! read more

For a Mcfarland restaurant this place is king. Clean, good food, decent food prices, friendly staff and again very clean. The tacos are very good with hand made tortillas. The menudo is ok but i rather get barbacada for my taste. read more

Excellent food! Restaurant is very clean. Staff is very nice. Definitely would eat here again.

We love this place. Great food; salsa; interior; and vibe. It's family owned and they were all really nice. It's the best and only thing I know about McFarland CA read more

Rosa Silvestre Restaurant - Chili Rellano (sauce was so good) - Mexican Near Me - McFarland, California

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Ended up here with my wife and kids a couple nights ago. We were driving home from Yosemite and always like to stop in McFarland. The other place we often go was closed so we decided to try Rosa Silvestre, and glad we did. We were greeted at the door and advised the kitchen was closed, but they asked how many in our group and said don't worry, we will take care of you. We ended up celebrating Posada with a number of people from the town. Best tamales ever, and the champurrado was amazing. The most incredible part of this experience is they would not take our money. It was truly a celebration and we were part of it. This place is a two hour drive from LA, but we will go back--just to eat here. Wonderful food, beautiful people and amazing decor. What more could you ask for? read more

MUST VISIT when searching for phenomenal authentic Mexican Food. I make a stop here everytime I am passing through the 99. You will not be disappointed. Enjoy my friends read more

This place is a joke when it comes to Mexican food menudo sucks and is overpriced I had a bad experience

Do you really have good food and the service is really good. They tell you what you need a real like 10 seconds.

Great food, always fresh, won't disappoint! Tried the birria tacos and the torta de asada and both were delicious.

The food is delicious! I had the birria tacos and my friend had the shrimp tacos. Both dishes were outstanding! Tasty without the excessive greasiness you often find in Mexican restaurants. read more

If you are on 99 and looking for some authentic Mexican food in a clean and friendly place - here's the spot. The pozole was bomb. My wife doesn't eat meat or dairy - and their nopal with eggs was delicious. read more

This place belongs in Los Angeles. Can't believe they have an authentic delicious Mexican restaurant in the middle of northern Cali. Place is clean, food is delicious and service is excellent. Birria is served with no fat and the portions are generous. Will be back! A+ read more

Stopped here on our way back home from a roadtrip & it was the most perfect place, the decor inside was very comforting & the staff were all incredibly nice. We did go in with a large group & as someone who works in a small town restaurant I know it can be a lot to have to serve so many people as quick as you can but the food came out at a timely manner we didn't wait long & everything was delicious! I had two pupsas mixtas & they were some of the best I've had, their curtido was also delicious. This Restaurant is a hidden gem for sure, 10/10 will return if I ever find myself in the area again. read more

Food was very good and hot! Quesabirria on point, salsa was very good. Perfect raspado to top off the meal. Wishing I tried the menudo, lots of people had that on their tables. Will try when we return read more

We are on a weekend trip to Fresno from Los Angeles Was craving Menudo for breakfast. We had really good menudo before in Los Angeles but this one I can say might be one of the best we had. Wife had the ceviche really good as well. read more

Food was incredible! The service was amazing I will definitely be coming back to this family friendly establishment!