The crispy chicken burrito is good -- but the ratios / overall flavor definitely need a tiny bit of…read moredoctoring... My friend who got me onto them always orders them with extra cheese and guac. I pick up as is and then add homemade guac , coastal cheddar (costco), and a lots of hot sauce (Melinda's, but something like sri racha might even do since this is asian inspired burrito). The service is totally fine, and it never seems particularly busy as it is in a typically impossible to access part of 4th Ave.

Fast casual environment with fresh and delicious tacos and burritos. I tried the fish taco and the…read morecruncy chicken taco. They were both good portions, fresh ingredients, well seasoned and tasted really good. My husband ordered some type of chicken burrito. He's super picky about burritos. He loved his burrito. I loved his burrito. We also ordered the chips/guac/salsa and it came with queso, so bonus points for a well designed dish there. And their fizzy water fountain had milder bubbles, but wasn't flat, so we enjoyed that as well. They have rotating daily offers/specials so there's a chance to try different things. Enjoy!

Always the best food and service! Love the tortilla chicken soup and taquitos…read more Lunch or dinner and with the sun, the patio seating is wonderful.

We came here on a Saturday evening and managed to get a table, but reservations are recommended as…read morethey do fill up. The hostess wasn't the friendliest and we did wait a bit before being greeted by anyone, but our server was great. She was enthusiastic and even brought us extra napkins because some of the dishes we ordered were messy. After sitting down we were given complimentary chips and salsa. Every dish is made fresh to order. Tacos: comes on a plate of 3. Out of all 4 dishes we ordered, this was my least favourite. It was still tasty, but nothing special. Barbacoa: everyone at the table enjoyed this dish the most. The beef brisket was so tender. It came with 5 warm corn tortillas. Shrimp taquitos: nice and crispy corn tortillas, we liked the shrimp filling. I also really liked the guac on top, it tasted so fresh. Enchiladas de pollo: the cheese and sour cream made the dish really creamy and satisfying. We also enjoyed the rice & black beans that came with it.

If you're on the hunt for a place that serves up bold, mouthwatering flavors with every bite, look…read moreno further than Maizal! From tacos to burritos and everything in between, this spot hits all the right notes. * Tacos ($5.95 each)The taco selection here is nothing short of amazing. I tried a few different varieties, and each one was packed with flavor: * Campechano: A perfect blend of beef and pork with a delicious smoky flavor. * Chorizo minced pork: Spicy and savory with the perfect balance of seasonings. * Beef barbacoa: Tender, juicy, and flavorful - the kind of barbacoa you dream about. * Shrimp diabla (+$1): Spicy and succulent, this taco had a fantastic kick. * Battered shrimp (+$1): Crispy on the outside and juicy on the inside - a true winner. * Lamb birria: Rich and flavorful, with tender lamb that practically melts in your mouth. Every taco I tried was absolutely delicious, but the standout for me was the shrimp diabla. The perfect combination of heat and savory flavor made it unforgettable. * Rice Bowl ($16.50)I also tried the Pastor roasted pork rice bowl, and it was everything I hoped for. The pork was perfectly roasted, with a tender texture and just the right amount of seasoning. The rice served as the perfect base, complementing the meat beautifully. * Burrito ($17.95)Now, let's talk about the Carnitas braised pork burrito - The carnitas were rich and flavorful, but the real star was the chipotle mayo. It added such a creamy, smoky kick that elevated the entire burrito to another level. I could honestly have eaten the whole thing just for that chipotle mayo. *I had a slice of Tres Leches Cake ($8.50). It was light, moist, and perfectly sweet. *I tried both the Horchata and the Jamaica Hibiscus Rose. Both were refreshing and full of flavor. The Horchata was sweet and creamy, while the Jamaica Hibiscus Rose was tangy and slightly floral. * Overall, this meal was an absolute treat. The food is flavorful, fresh, and full of personality.

I am loving the burrito bowls here (and at their downtown sister restaurant Toloache)! They have…read morelots of vegetarian options and it's authentic Mexican so they offer different flavours than what you can find at large burrito chains. Their salsas are delicious and the bowls have the right balance of ingredients for a satisfying meal. I just tried the tres leches cake and was really impressed by a beautifully presented piece of fresh and fluffy cake! The horchata is also very good. Looking forward to trying more. You order and pay at the counter and seat yourself, they bring the food to you. In terms of manners, the staff seems to have the attitude where they are just doing their jobs, so they're not rude or anything, but no extraneous niceties. Service is fast though.

Excellent food. We ordered the Enchiladas Rojas and they were perfect. Coming from Southern…read moreCalifornia, we know what good Mexican food should taste like. Wonderful place to eat, we will return again to try the other menu items. The service was fast and cheerful as well. The ambiance is basic and all that you need. The best food comes from simple places and great cooks, not fancy decor.

Went for lunch at Comedor by La Taqueria with my boyfriend, who's a huge fan of La Taqueria, and we…read morehad such a lovely experience. We grabbed a table on the peaceful patio, which made for the perfect relaxing lunch. We started with the guacamole and chips, then shared the pollo frito burrito, rajas con crema taco, tinga de pollo taco, and the Pescado Estilo Baja taco. To drink, my boyfriend had the mango margarita while I enjoyed the refreshing hibiscus drink. Overall, the food was solid and everything was fresh and flavorful. The only thing we both wished for was a bit more heat in the salsa--it wasn't quite spicy enough for our tastes. The space itself is adorable and really makes you feel like you've been transported to an authentic Mexican cantina. The service was warm, attentive, and genuinely friendly, which made the experience even better. We'll definitely be back to try more from the menu.

Been wanting to try this place for years and years. The original location was on Kingsway. That…read morelocation closed sometime last year and they relocated to this spot on Fraser St. Walked in and immediately caught a whiff of something that smelled super delish in the air. I don't know what I was smelling, but whatever it was...I was already convinced right then and there that this place was serving up some good eats. I ordered a Quesadilla and a glass of Cinnamon Horchata. For the Quesadilla, I had an option of having it plain, or upgrading to a Chef version, or further upgrading it to a Signature version. I chose Tinga Vegetariana (vegetable medley in chipotle and adobo sauce) which was a Signature version. The food was good. I loved the tanginess of my Quesadilla. I have to admit though...the portion was kinda scanty for what they were charging. When I looked at my plate, I started to wonder whether I should order a taco to help supplement, or whether I'd just go home and munch on potato chips. Thankfully, the glass of Horchata was a very tall glass. After eating the Quesadilla, and drinking my tall glass of Horchata, I was sufficiently filled. Emphasis on the "sufficient" part. I could have definitely had more, but didn't care to blow any more money than I already had. I went home and munched on a few potato chips. Would I come back here again? The food was good, so yes...I would come back; however, I wouldn't order the Quesadilla again. I'd probably go with a Burrito, or a Burrito bowl and see whether the portions are more generous for those items than the Quesadilla portion was.

Wow! Was walking with a friend and we stopped by this tiny place in Fraser. Next week, I came…read moreback to this place again. The tacos were that good! I chose the popular flavour of tacos, the slow roasted marinated chicken and the carnitas. Of course with guacamole! It's on the pricier side, but the taste makes it worth it. Next time, I'm curious to try the horchata :)

Sunny Chibas restaurant is Mexican, Fried chicken restaurant in Squamish. It is really inspired by…read moreshinichi Chiba Japanese actor, his English name is Sonny Chiba. Concept was so unique. What we ordered: Fried Chicken and California Burrito - rib steak, French fries, guacamole, garlic sauce and coleslaw. Fried chicken was very solid, crispy and well seasoned. California Burrito was so unique. French friee inside of Burrito! Rib steak was a bit chewy, however a lot of filling inside, and it was very delicious Burrito. Interior was very unique with anime characters, movie character pictures on the wall. I was very happy to visit the restauran! Will visit again!

The al pastor chimichanga here is sooo good. That sauce they have is bomb, and the portion size was…read moreso huge that I had to take some home. We also tried the fried chicken, which was not bad but nothing to write home about. Stick with the chimichanga and you will be happy!

I grew up in Southern California, and so I'm pretty picky about Mexican food. I wanted authentic,…read morenot Americanized. It matters whether the corn tamales are fresh and the right kinds of cheese are used. The quality of the jalapenos. The variety of the salsas. And especially the way the meats are seasoned and cooked. It seems like the farther I get away from Mexico, the more unreliable the Mexican food becomes (although I must admit, I did once have a great Mexican meal at a hotel in Sweden!) Anyway, Vancouver is pretty far from Mexico. And so the results are pretty dicey at a lot of the Mexican places around here. But Mi Casa really blew us away. It's a little hard to find, it's just a door with stairs going up. But once you're up there, it's quite, spacious, with picture windows lining two walls. I was pretty sure things were going to go well when I got my Margarita. None of that fake Margarita flavored syrup here, just real lime juice and a generous two ounces of tequila and a rim half salted without my having to ask. Then the enormous pile of nachos showed up, thoughtfully layered and covered in the right kind of cheese. Plentiful pickled jalapenos with just the right spice level. A mound of delicious guacamole. And an incredible chorizo. I've never even been much of a fan of chorizo, and if I'd known it was going to be on there, I'd probably have had them leave it off, but it really made the dish. It was complex and smoky, and its flavors infused everything. Honestly, these were the best nachos I've ever had anywhere. I also had the lunch special, which was two tacos. I chose pastor and cochinita pabil. Pastor is a longtime favorite of mine, and this was prepared in a very traditional way. It was excellent, but the cochinita pabil was even better. Succulent and plentiful. Some of the best I've had. My wife had two tamales with chicken filling. You could tell they were homemade with perfectly done cornmeal wrappers and served on corn husks. Service was friendly, and the server verified our suspicion that the owners were from Mexico City. I've dined in hundreds of Mexican restaurants, but I have to say this was the biggest surprise and was among the very top of all that I've been to. It really exceeded our expectations and will become a regular on our rotation.

Mi Casa I used to love you more but $25 for veggie enchiladas seems a bit much - would've been $30…read moreif I added a side of guac. You are in a prime location so I get it, they are delicious (I love the veggie combo with spinach and mushrooms etc) but I just don't know if I'll be back anytime soon. The $12 single margarita was quite decent. You seem to still be busy with folks waiting for a table, so I'm happy for you! Your staff are always lovely andI do enjoy your casual vibe. So, maybe see you again, I wish you the best!

Oh my gosh Machete was such a fun and unique experience! I want one where I live!!!…read more We had spent the morning grabbing bites at the Granville Public Market, went on a three hour boat tour, then went to the botanical garden, so by the time we were ready for dinner, it was a little bit later in the evening and we were looking for something close to our Airbnb. There was a World Cup event happening nearby so all the streets were blocked off and all the restaurants and bars seemed super crowded. We took our chances with Machete and they had several tables open and were able to seat us right away! Their signature dish is long, quesadilla-like 'sandwich', for lack of a better word, that resembles a long blade machete. It was so cool! We decided to try the Elote, which was the best I've ever had in my entire life - the corn was so hearty and chewy and did not taste like your normal run of the mill corn on the cob you buy at the grocery store. We also tried the guaca-toston which was thin tostones each with a generous scoop of guac on top. It was nice to have a tostones in place of chips. The Champion Machete was so beautifully constructed and served two of us generously. It wasn't greasy at all and I actually felt like I was eating something healthy despite the hearty masa wrapper and cheese inside. We opted to try two of their sipping chocolates which were very light and delicious! Typically, I get some stomach upset after eating Mexican food but I did not experience any of that after dining at Machete. I can really tell they use high-quality ingredients and put so much love and care into their recipes and presentation.

An incredible hidden gem and by far probably the best Mexican food and experience I've had in…read moreVancouver. They focus on ancestral Mexican food - indigenous leaning, very very healthy. Not your typical enchiladas etc. Very open and welcoming vibe with plenty of space and decorations. My son and I started with horchatas. Very cinnamony, good. I love the water cups which are hand made. Main food: - Chicken machete - it's big, we split it between us. Even with the first bite you can tell the difference with their tortillas - it's hand made from Mexican corn, it's thicker and more grainy. Feels healthier, like more fibre -y. The rest of it was a pure delight. Very juicy chicken and the flavours were amazing. - tacos - we ordered Al Pastor, birria, carnitas, and cactus. Each one was incredibly tender and the flavour was incredible. The carnitas are soft and not fried. The flavour is among the best I've had, comparable to tacos in Mexico. We also ordered Elotes. Should have gotten one split, they are quite big. This is not the usual American sweet corn. It's something more wild with different colored kernels. It's still really good with the cheese, just a bit thicker and more fibre, again probably really good for you. Finally got the flan dessert. Very light and delicate, I like it except for the chocolate (not my thing). Would happily come back and try even more things!