Loved the tacos! 100/10! This was a perfect stop before heading out to White Sands. We went through the drive-through and picked up some tacos so we could eat at White Sands. Customer service was phenomenal smelled amazing as we were waiting for our food and it was packed well for travel. read more

Saenz Gorditas - Outside - Mexican Near Me - Las Cruces, New Mexico

I've eaten Saenz Gorditas several times and they never disappoint. The fillings are made fresh (I love the shredded chicken) and the shell is nice and tender. Their salsa is also on point. Please check them out if you are in Las Cruces and get the full meal with rice and beans. Everything is tasty. read more

So this is what a gordita should taste like? I moved here from the midwest, Ohio. We basically had Taco Bell gorditas lol. They were not anything like these. Very tasy and hit the spot. Next time I will just get one. They are decent size. I had a hard time eating two with the rice and beans. Service was good, went through drive through which was fast and convenient. Will go again. read more

Oh snap! Do you need some home cooking? Do you need to feel love? Do you need that sweet crunch of a perfectly crispy gordita? Or do you just need to pullover for a few minutes and get your life back in order?..... If any of that needs to happen. Pull over and catch some shade . Walk up to the window and order. The staff is super friendly and they are in there working fast. The food is delicious. I knew it would be the moment I opened my beautifully packed gordita combo plate. It was so good. The crunch, the flavor. Absolutely hits. Also because I had too...I wanted a Supreme Burrito....that Burrito changed me as I drove my happy self back to El paso. I highly suggest hitting this place up. Yo. The ambiance is an old school drive up. It was perfect sitting in the shade, feeling the cool breeze and enjoying some amazing food and flavors. So good! read more

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There's Gorditas in the name and surprise surprise the Gorditas are good. Quick service and well priced.

Saenz has been a solid choice since I was a kid. I came back to visit my mom and had to check in with a #15. Super tasty red chili. Flavor without over the top heat. Drive thru is quick as they come. read more

I'm always asked why I don't support more local restaurants and this is unfortunately why. Tried ordering from this place three times in the last 2 weeks twice they gave us the wrong orders which they did correct the next day for free. Today the overcharged us for an order even gave me the receipt showing me they overcharged me and then looked at me like what else can I help you with. To be fair they only overcharge me like a buck 75 but still read more

Saenz Gorditas - One of my first stops when visiting my home town! If you're craving authentic, homemade gorditas that taste like they came straight from your abuela's kitchen, look no further than Saenz Gorditas. This unassuming family owners spot is all about simple, delicious Mexican food that warms the soul. The gorditas are made fresh to order, with perfectly soft yet sturdy corn or flour pockets stuffed generously with flavorful fillings. The meats were tender, well-seasoned, and perfectly complemented by the house-made salsa - the salsa is BOMB These folks work extremely hard and fast - be sure to let them know they are appreciated! Their prices are incredibly reasonable, especially considering the quality and care that goes into each dish. Considering a McDonald or Wendy's is easily $12-15 this place is sooooo much better! I also love their tacos and burritos! Don't forget to grab a side of their fresh beans or rice--they're the perfect accompaniment to the star of the show. Saenz Gorditas is the kind of place you'll keep coming back to. Whether you're a regular or a first-timer, they make sure you leave full, happy, and planning your next visit. 5/5 stars! read more

Decided to try this place based on photos of the food and reviews. The food was not bad, but it wasn't very good either. First of all, the gordita itself was made of very very thick masa. This wouldn't be bad per se, except that that was the best thing about it (it tasted good). There wasn't much filling in the gordita itself and all you can taste is the masa. I like gorditas for the filling, INSIDE of the masa, not for the masa with a hint of filling. Simply put, these are NOT the best gorditas in town. In fact, La Ristra food truck has the best. As for their relleno burrito, there was no relleno, just a green chile. It was ok, in a pinch. Nothing I would go out of my way for. As for prices. I will start with the fact that everything is expensive today. However, there are still some decently priced restaurants/food, and this is not one of them. In 2016, their gordita plate was 6.50. Five years later, in 2021 it was 7.50. Two years later, in 2023, it was 10.00. One year later, in 2024, 11.00!! Also got the enchilada plate. Cost about 12.50 and there was NOTHING in/on it. This was for ONE enchilada. Not two, not three, ONE! In short, if I was absolutely craving a gordita, I MAY go here, but otherwise, no thanks. And if you are ever at a fair or other event in town, look for La Ristra gorditas. They are the best!! A year ago, they were $5 for two gorditas, and they were stuffed! And absolutely delicious! Don't just buy local, buy reasonable local!! Patronize the establishments that try to keep their prices down for the people!! Not the gougers! read more

I have always order the tacos. They are always consistently yummy! Today I tried the brisket gordita and realized I have been missing out. I want to try everything with the brisket in it now. read more

Best gorditas in town! This place may not look like much, but it is consistently awesome!

Excellent Ground beef Gorditos, plenty of filling very flavorful. Love the texture. Outside seating is available. The order was quick and fresh. read more

Terrific food Great portions Cheap cheap prices Convenient location and efficient order + pickup process If I eat here too often, well Gordo is how I'll end up. A great stop when you're in the mood, run by a great Hardworking family. Give them a try, you'll become a regular for sure :) read more

Saenz Gorditas - Drive through menu ... followed by a Loud little squawk box asking "how can I help you today?" - Mexican Near Me - Las Cruces, New Mexico

Great gorditas! It's best to eat them right away while they're hit and crispy. This is when I went with my dad last year. He's from Calif and he loved them! read more

Saenz Gorditas - Gorditas - Mexican Near Me - Las Cruces, New Mexico

They have a sign saying "Best Gorditas in Town" and they have every right to have that sign up. These are the best gorditas no doubt. Their prices are beyond reasonable. We ordered 2 #1's ( 2 gorditas beans and rice) a bottle coke and soft drink all for $22.00. It's not an indoor seating establishment but they do have a few tables out. Give them a try! read more

Saenz Gorditas - a hand holding a taco - Mexican Near Me - Las Cruces, New Mexico

Wow! Just wow! First time I had a great good gordita. I had a combination plate at like 10am in the morning and I was FULL ALL DAY LONG!!! That's very unusual for me especially with Mexican food and wow just wow. Ever since I've moved to town a year ago I've been waiting to stop each time I had time and money it was always closed I till just recently!! Go! Go, get some food from them! Stop reading and just order!! I can't wait to go back and eat something else or even have the same plate. The line maybe a bit long and takes some time but trust me it's 100% worth the wait and time Remember they are closed SUNDAY and MONDAY!! read more

there are not enough stars to rate their gorditas! keep rocking the gordita loving community, sainz!!!

The best gorditas! Every time I visit Cruces, I must stop here. Every menu item is tasty, but if you're going to a place with Gordita in the name, you'd better get one! read more

Don't smashed hamburger meat, I want to enjoy what I pay for you know. Don't cheat us out of what we pay for.

Mmmmmmm yummy gorditas fr fr these things feel like yum in my mouth!!!!!! The lady was nice too

Brisket Gorditas is fire, crispy outside breading mixed with soft shredded brisket seasoned to perfection. Add veggie crunch to sooth the palette. read more

Today, after running some erands, we stopped at Saenz Gorditas to pick up some lunch. My wife had the gordita plate (2 gorditas with beans and rice) and I had a smothered burrito (green). My wife loved the crispy gordita shell. She thought that they were the best gorditas she has had in town. My burrito was very good. Speedy, friendly service. read more

Best gorditas in town...No kidding. They are. Reasonable prices and quick service add to the experience of "craving" the gorditas. The salsa compliments the beef gorditas. The red chili gorditas stand up on thier own and dont need salsa. Over-all this place is a must when driving down solano and needing good food that fills the belly. I defiantly recommend. When the lines are too long at other mexican food restraunts, give them the first shot at satisfying that craving for good food. read more

Classic hole in the wall cranking out amazing food. They are known for their gorditas, but it's all great. If the line of cars and people don't pique your interest, check out some of the drool worthy pics. read more

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Everything is good, but especially the tacos!!!! Been a customer for years. Their salsa is the best in Las Cruces.

Been coming here for years but the prices are just too much now. Gorditas went from under $2 a piece to almost $5.!! I understand inflation but at some point I think someone is getting a bit greedy. Specially since most the "ground beef" gordita was potato. Its a shame cause I used to love this place but now its bout $30 just for my neighbor and I to have a lunch there. So long good old days... read more

The food here is very very good. The folks run in this place are very interested in the las cruces communion as people. The service is very good, but you go here because the food is delicious. read more

Best Gorditas in town! Very consistant food quality. My son always wants to go there when he's visiting.

A real treasure. Fresh and authentic. Do not miss this Las Cruces gem. Outdoor seating, drive up service and takeout.

While visiting Las Curces, I would say this was my favorite food I ate. This was my first time having gorditas (that weren't from Taco Bell). They were crispy on the outside and had such a great flavor on the inside. I don't even know what all the filling was, but I liked it a lot. Really tasty and really cheap. If I'm ever back in town and I will for sure make a stop here again. read more

Saenz Gorditas - a meal in a styrofoam container - Mexican Near Me - Las Cruces, New Mexico

Yes, it's a drive through or sit at a table under the front canopy local restaurant, but where else can you get a chicken quesadilla for $5.50? Good food at very reasonable prices. They are closed Sunday and Monday. read more

I love eating here! The food is always fresh and the portions are sure to fill you up. Fast friendly service too. You can enjoy your meal in your vehicle, at one of their outside tables or go through the drive through. read more

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Gorditas and tacos are the best. I have no problem eating from this location for lunch every other day. I recommend Brisket Gorditas. Yum!

I was lucky to get there 15 minutes before they closed I ordered a ground beef and a green chile gordita. The prices are reasonable and the service is fast. Did I also mention how tasty the salsa is spicy but not too hot. The gorditas were crispy on the outside and the filling stayed inside topped with lettuce and cheese. I also like how they add some chopped potato to both the ground beef and green chile meat. I will visit again and recommend trying this place despite what it looks like on the outside. read more

Saenz Gorditas - Drive up menu - Mexican Near Me - Las Cruces, New Mexico

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Would leave a zero if possible but can't. This restaurant messed up my food in February 17 2021 10 minutes before closing. I called back to tell them and the person who took my order said they would remake the food for me. I told him I couldn't come back right then so he said just come by to get it when you are ready. I called today to get that order and now they are refusing to honor what they said. They stole $29.00 of my money as I was not able to eat the food I ordered. This is not right. I will continue to post on every social media site about them stealing from their customers. read more

After reading other reviews I was excited to try this place and ordered the beef Gordita plate. It was really underwhelming...the beef wasn't seasoned, it was kinda plain and cheap, more like fast food (but not in a good taqueria way). The salsa was good but the actual food I didn't finish. Maybe other menu items are better. I'm visiting from California and thought the Mexican food in Las Cruces would be on point but not this place. read more

What a pleasant surprise when we ate at this place yesterday! Great food at a great price! If your ever doing a daytrip in Las Cruces, this is the place for a good meal read more

Reconsiderations during the late pandemic: I stopped in at Saenz Gorditas and went through their drive in window. The restaurant was quite busy this day but everything moved like clockwork. The ordering process went smoothly and the staff was extremely efficient and polite. Today I sampled three gorditas: their chicharrones gordita with red chile sauce, their green chile meat gordita, and their red chile meat gordita. Also sampled their green chile burrito. The gordita shells were really good....nice size, nice flavor and not at all greasy. The chicharrone gordita had a lot of refried beans in it and a few pieces of chicharrone which gave it a bit of crispness. Not much flavor from the chicharrone. For some reason this gordita shell fell apart rather quickly and the gordita had to be consumed with a fork. This gordita was ok, but I probably would not order it again. The green chile gordita had a lot of potato chunks in it and the beef was a little tough in places and not carefully trimmed; in other words, there was a bit of untrimmed fat here and there. The flavor of the beef was ok and the green chile flavor was good. The red chile meat gordita was fairly good. All-in-all, some pretty good gorditas at a fair price. I enjoyed them. The gordita shells were, this day, excellent. The green chile meat burrito was stuffed with beef chunks and potato chunks. The overall flavor was good but, again, there was some fat not trimmed off the beef. All-in-all, not a bad burrito. The meat was tender. I have had better and I've had worse. At the end of the day, Saenz Gorditas offers quick and polite service, reasonable prices, nicely prepared gordita shells, and food that is a bit above average. Since I dined out front on the picnic tables I am giving the overall experience three-and-a-half stars.....meaning above average. The food I would say is worth FOUR STARS......meaning quite good, but not outstanding. read more

I have to say that with all this Covid crap going on Saenz has been a God send. Drive through is quick and easy. I always get a couple tacos and couple gorditas. The tacos are absolutely wonderful along with the gorditas. In fact, they are so tasty I can't remember ordering anything else that I could review. I've considered trying other things but just can't bring myself to do it. TRY THE TACOS TOO! read more

Saying we love their gorditas is an understatement. Whenever we are in Las Cruces, we try to stop by for their gorditas, they are delicious, they are excellent! read more