Guadalajara Express is a pleasant surprise and something unique in Mexican cuisine…read more As there is limited signage, and the establishment is small (cozy), it is easy to miss if you're not alert. It's located just west of Raul Longoria in a strip mall, on the south side of Nolana Loop, next to Magnolia Events. To get into the parking you need to approach it from the west (as if you're coming from the expressway I-69-C), because dividers in the road do not allow a left turn if you're coming from the east. But it is well worth the visit! Guadalajara Express specializes in regional Mexican food from the Guadalajara, Jalisco area. I spent my teen years living in Guadalajara so when I heard about them it got my attention! I love the regional cuisine from Guadalajara and there are several things on their menu you cannot find anywhere else in the Valley. Yet I have often been sorely disappointed with Mexican restaurants as most here "americanize" their food. I am thrilled to say that my worries were needless. Guadalajara Express has authentic regional jaliciense food and do it well. I have been twice. The first time I ordered the "carne en su jugo" and the second time I had the torta ahogada. Both were wonderful! I was especially impressed since I knew it takes a special kind of birote (bread) to make the torta ahogada; the usual "bolillo" does not work. The birote is denser so it won't fall apart when they cover it with salsa. The owners / operators are from Guadalajara (once I tasted their food I could have guessed that). They found a bakery that special bakes the birote for their torta ahogadas. The torta ahogada has a dense, toasted birote, filled with carnitas, then covered with a sauce. Back in the 1970's they used to dunk the torta into the salsa, but nowadays it is ladled on. They ladle on a mild salsa, but provide a cruse filled with super hot salsa made with chile de arbol, use with caution, but it IS authentic! The ambience and decor is beautiful, lots of traditional Mexican "artesanias" many made in Tlaquepaque or Tonala, from the Guadalajara metropolitan area. It is a little cluttered, but pleasant. Both times I went it was very clean, service was exceptional, the food was heavenly. Prices seem a tad high, but considering you won't find their specialty offerings anywhere else, I thought it reasonable. I really enjoyed it and think you will too.

Found this spot on Yelp and caught my eye as soon as i saw it had carne en su jugo on their menu…read more Carne en su jugo (meat in its juice). Thin strips of meat in a flavorful broth with frijoles de la olla, bacon pieces, onion and cilantro. So good! This dish originates from Guadalajara, Jalisco. The broth is not easy to make, thats probably the reason most places dont offer this dish. Anyway, meat was cooked good. Broth was flavorful and not salty from the bacon. It all came together. They give you three tiny quesadillas with your meal. Perfect addition. Overall, it was delicious. Will return.

Pepe's Combo chicken and beef was seasoned perfectly. Green pepper was in chunks that were too big…read more Large flour tortillas were great. Rice and beans were just ok. Soup was bland and needed a lot more flavor. Staff provided quick service and were very nice with our large group. Enjoyed live music on Cinco de Mayo!

Hidden gem! If you're looking for a place to have a great meal with family and/or friend with…read moretraditional plates from Mexico, this is the place. By far the best tasting breakfast/lunch area and it doesn't break the bank. The staff were super friendly. The only draw back are for friends or family who can't read Spanish, but small hiccup a little translate function can help with Definitely looking to plan another day here, if you're here Sunday, recommend to stop in before 12 pm as it gets jammed pack.

I've been to this place twice. The first time it was amazing. The second time it wasn't the same…read moreexperience but it was still good. When you arrive, you seat yourself. Both times we had friendly staff help us maneuver the menu. We ordered pork, chicken, bistec, and trompo tacos. You get a large plate of four of one kind for $14.99. You also get charro beans and a baked potato. We ordered Cucumber and a Strawberry lemonade. It was delicious. The place is clean. They have televisions on in Spanish. I love it.

Was excited to try this place out since it's close to home. I gave it one star because I did not…read moreget a friendly welcome once I walked in the door. The female staff was unfriendly and rude. I got my order to go and ordered their Tacos. I was asked by the server if I wanted the cilantro and onions on the side or in the tacos, I said I wanted them on all The tacos. I got home To find that I got all my tacos without any cilantro or onion. Just the meat wrapped in a greasy tortilla. They lost my Business. I will not recommend! And the prices are way to expensive for what you get.

Whatever you do, don't eat here. The prices on the menu are wrong. They don't honor the prices that…read moreare there. They're trying to double the prices that are there whenever I let them know they were very rude and hung up on me.

Went for caldo de res and they were sold out. Ordered the marisco special but asked for large bowl…read moreand was charged $7 extra ( charged individually soup and 2 pieces of fish). Lastly, they are charging extra for refill on ICE TEA!!. This will be our final visit.

7/10 Flautas de papa 9/10 avocado chilaquiles…read more 7/10 chorizo chilaquiles 5/10 beans A coworker who works in the area recommended this place. I'm a huge migas fan and never thought to try chilaquiles. This place did not disappoint. I added eggs, chorizo and avocado with half green and half red sauce. I was surprised to get each adding in an individual stack. I managed to get my egg yolk over the avocado and chorizo. The food was really good, just not what I expected. The flautas de papa were a great buy. Instead of using a corn or flour tortilla to mop up my plate, I was able to use the flauta and with the papa in it, they were like little sponges soaking up all the leftovers

El Itacate has some of my favorite Salvadoran and Mexican food. From pupusas to chilaquiles, to…read moretacos, delicious options for breakfasts, lunch and dinner, they won't disappoint. My favorite is the Tacos Llorarás (you will cry taco) which features a handmade corn tortillas stuffed with a chile relleno made of jalapeño and cream cheese, plus a flavorful beef birria. Add your garnish and salsa of choice, and if the heat of the chile doesn't make you cry, you will eventually cry if you cannot return soon. It's that good! Drinks are either Jamaica (aguas frescas style). This location is right across the road from the Sam's Club on South Jackson Road. There is additional parking in the back. Family friendly.

Super Delicious! I got the #4 special and my mom got the Veracruzano Bfast that had fried plantains…read morewith queso y crema! So Good the owner was very attentive and so was our waitress! Great food great environment! We loved it!

Under new management. Small and cozy. Clean and good service. Authentic and Tex-Mex menu.read more

I have not left a review in some time, but when I had a late lunch here, I just had to! The food…read morewas amazing! Reasonably priced and the taste was incredible! So full of flavor! OMG! The mole has a slight sweet taste to it, just like in Jalisco! The Picadillo was super meaty, also full of flavor! The fideo, rice and beans were made with care. Most places the rice and beans are meh. I felt like I was at my grandmas house and she was making a meal just for me. Will be going back, most definitely!

I love the paper plates and the tacos and the service Over…read moreall this place is good and I like the vobe

We went there today after we did laundry down the street. We decided to not do breakfast (our go…read moretoo) and had very generous lunches. We definitely over ordered. But somehow we consumed it all. My husband got the chalupas super loaded. 3 very filling chalupas. I had a taco paladin? It was very good and generous. Next time I think we will split it. Ha. Service was great and the ambiance'; we just love it.

was passing through Edinburgh and found this cozy little Mexican restaurant with good food and the…read morewaitresses are very attentive. I would recommend this place