The food at this restaurant is absolutely fantastic. The Enchiladas we soft and so flavorful. It was more food than I could eat. I saved the rice and beans afterwards because it was so good. And the Tacos al Carbon were amazing!! Literally the best we've ever had - including at some of the best NY restaurants. The only reason it doesn't get 5 stars is that it took almost an hour to get our food. We came New Year's eve for lunch so it became busy, but I wish the management had planned better and not just had one server (later they added a second). Def eat here! read more

Santa Rosa Restaurant - Tacos al Carbon - Mexican Near Me - Frederick, Maryland

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Found this restaurant being blocked by the WaWa. Immediately when we entered, we were greeted ands seated immediately. It was right when they had opened so that's the main reason for the little traffic. The decorations were nice and colorful and the music was perfect. It was a good mix of classical and modern day music. Everything was very clean. The food was fresh and delicious. My wife liked the idea that the lengua was cooked then grilled. The ceviche was very fresh. The cheese stayed melted and the "cheese pull" was a 9 out of 10. The steak was perfectly seasoned and super tender. The burrito filling was a good balance and stuffed with meat. This restaurant ensures that the protein out-weighs the veggies and not too many places do that. This was highly awesome and, not to mention, filling. We had a couple of cervesas but they didn't have it in a draft; bottle only. I also ordered the margarita w/ cononita and a passion fruit Mojito. The mojito was freshly made and strong . Just gotta drink it fast because of the paper straw . Overall, I will definitely be coming back for the amazing food... AND THE DRINKS! read more

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This was a delivery order. It was supposed to be a ground beef nacho supreme but it had chicken it too. Not really tasty. read more

Santa Rosa Restaurant - Nacho Supreme - Mexican Near Me - Frederick, Maryland

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I have two rules for TexMex, or South American restaurants. 1, Salsa has to be good 2. the guacamole has to be good So, check and check on that initial list. Both were excellent! The chips were also good! For meals, you have to always consider both the overall flavor but also what is included. Rice was well prepared and tasy. beans were the way i love them. The mole sauce was incredible. The enchiladas were prounoused awesome. The steak weas perfect. Overall, a great presentation, great food and on our list of places to visit again! read more

Expectation: Casual, down home Mexican lunch with a side of margaritas. We got: This is such a little gem. I swear we are served in under ten minutes every single time! It is festive inside, bright colors and sombreros.. no identity crisis here! They really take care of the interior (I didn't use the restroom ), it is always clean and friendly. I got the ceviche mixto and it was perfect.. scallops, calamari, white fish, a shrimp and avocado. Love this place! read more

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We constantly pass this restaurant and finally decided to try it out. Deep regrets and I definitely do not recommend. We went for dinner so it was practically dead, maybe 2 other tables were in use. Nonetheless, the service was slow to the point my spouse had to look for the waiter for the check because he did not really check the table at all. The food was mid. My spouse had a chimichanga fajita? I guess and he really liked it overall. I ordered the carne asada and it was okay... the portions for the price were small though, definitely had room in our stomach for dessert. Anything with a chip involved was stall. Their chips were stale, the crackers were stale, the tostada was stale. The appetizers were ok, I was looking forward to the ceviche but it tasted watered down-along with the guacamole. Overall we paid close to $100 ($98 to be exact) for mediocre food and mediocre service. Restaurant is out of their mind charging so much per plate. The ambiance at least was really nice, quiet, dark. The staff overall were also really nice. We definitely will not be going back though and I recommend people look for a different Mexican restaurant if that's what they are craving. read more

Santa Rosa Restaurant - Ceviche Primavera Guacamole Dip - Mexican Near Me - Frederick, Maryland

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I asked for just cheese and chicken on my quesadilla but got vegetables on it. The taste made up for it. The service was fast and quick and the ambiance was pretty, but the lamps were a little low and easy to hit your head read more

the staff is very nice and friendly. the food is overpriced and just okay. a bit too greasy. the drinks prices are outrageous.

Went on a friday night. Service was great. Food came out quick and everything hot! Tacos were really good. My kids enjoyed a shrimp quesadilla. Ordered the fajita and wish it had the same flavor level of the tacos but werent bad. Would definitely return. read more

Excellent authentic food. After multiple visits, it just gets better. It's a shame that most of the patrons are of mostly Hispanic background. Anyone who enjoys good food will love this place. read more

Atención al cliente 10/10 Andaba por la zona y pasé a comprar. Sus empleados fueron muy educados, amables y atentos. Felicidades al equipo de trabajo, yo solo observaba con que rapidez y amabilidad atendían a su clientes. Y la comida estuvo riquísima Les recomiendo!! read more

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Definitely loved the service, environment and the food. I loved the cooking and definitely will go back!

Delicious pupusas the food it's really good at this place. Hand made tortillas are great! I love to go there i totally recommend this restaurant. Prices are okay. read more

I really love this restaurant! The food never fails, is great and good quality portions. Actually I'm getting hungry writing this review. I have door dashed it and also been at the restaurant. The service and ambiance are amazing. Very recommended read more

Great food! Orchata water is the best! Food is very authentic, tasty, big portions and servers are friendly! I got their Steak Ranchero, pupusas are amazing too!!! read more

Santa Rosa Restaurant - Steak Ranchero - Mexican Near Me - Frederick, Maryland

The food was ok. No issues with it really. The waitress was serving the entire place on her own which meant she didn't want to wait for me to ask the wife if she wanted a dessert when the waitress asked the question... I started asking "do you want..." and the waitress turned and hurriedly walked off! It spoilt the meal as I felt I was being rushed! Why don't these restaurants understand that the waiter is the front line. The food has to be good, yes but, if the service is not good then it really doesn't matter how good the food is! - and the food wasn't stellar to start with! It's got potential, but work on the finer points... and turn the lighting up a bit more!! - so dark in here! read more

Stopped in for dinner while in town on business. Chips and salsa were average. I tried the ground beef nachos and the tacos al pastor. Nachos were good, but the tacos were incredible. Decor is what you would expect for a Mexican restaurant. Service was solid. read more

Staff is very friendly and food taste is above average for the area. Portions seem a little smaller than average for the area / price point. Good variety on the menu. We eat there maybe 6 times a year and will keep going back. read more

Ordered two take orders of Fajitas...one steak, one chicken. Order was ready pretty fast....12- 15 minutes. Cost was $33.00 (included tip and tax) Both were very good but I especially liked the steak because it was an actual thin steak well seasoned and sliced into strips. Four rating instead of five because no shredded cheese included and overall portions were slightly on the small size. Rice and bean sides were excellent. I'd dine in or order take out again here in a NY minute. Try it....you will like it. read more

Foods is great!! Little gem in the Frederick area. The fajitas were delicious and service was great. O

Initially we had been getting fairly consistent food from take out. The meat was cooked well and tasted good, but these past few months it seems like something has changed. The chicken is dry and the food is not as fresh. I'm wondering if it has something to do with staffing issues due to COVID to but I'm unsure. The horchata is also crazy sweet. read more

Food quality was bad, I ordered steak and it was soggy and looked pale. I'm pretty sure they just heated it after it had been seating out for a long time. read more

Santa Rosa Restaurant - Steak - Mexican Near Me - Frederick, Maryland

Fresh Mexican food and friendly service. It is a bit frustrating to find good Mexican restaurants in the area. Santa Rosa fills that need when you want grear salsa, fresh tortillas and tasty fajitas. read more

This restaurant was very enjoyable! Not crowded on a Friday night and the waitress was very nice. The food was awesome. The chips were hot, and the salsa was really tasty. The ceviche was great. Lots of seafood and so delicious and fresh. The grilled shrimp in cherry wine with veggies, rice and beans, was really good, though spicier than I expected. I recommend this place for sure! read more

Santa Rosa Restaurant - Mexican Near Me - Frederick, Maryland

The food here is very flavorful and well prepared. Rustic booths. a distressed wood floor and central American color scheme.

The staff were welcoming, and the food wasn't a very long wait. The place was clean and food hot and delicious! I definitely recommend if you like authentic Mexican/central American dishes. There were pupusas (salvadorian dish) tamales (guatemala) ect. read more

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Always Delicious.. Always Friendly... Fantastic Prices., Fantastic Margaritas! Love the refried Ice Cream' Can't wait for the next visit' read more

Santa Rosa Restaurant - Mexican Near Me - Frederick, Maryland

We frequently go into this restaurant and I am always left wondering how is it more people do not know about this hidden gem. Then I realize that is what it is a hidden gem because people don't walkway talk about their phenomenal experiences at places. So bad on me that I have not shouted from the rooftops. We frequently order lunch from here for work, and we are never disappointed. Now the restaurant has a drawback--an extensively good menu that makes it hard to choose what to get, but you can never go wrong. Everything I have gotten has been delicious and great portions; everything anyone else has ordered they have loved. (They have also converted to die hard fans of this place.) From fajitas to pollo enceballdo to salads, each meal is deliciously layered with flavors. The sauces here are incredible in the enchiladas. The people who run this establishment do so with a smile and they are always focused on you as a customer. From when I have picked up take out to sitting down to eat, they treat you as a person not a customer. They don't try to rush you, but always check in with a how are you doing and mean it when they ask. If you have a question or a request, they gladly answer or accommodate for your needs. Inside the restaurant the tables are nicely spaced apart, which gives you room to have a conversation with your table mates. It is unassuming from the outside, but just step in and you will be amazed. And believe me your tastebuds will thank you. read more

Good little spot. The service was great and friendly. The salsa was nice and chunky, made fresh. The steak ranchero was good and had a nice spice to it. Meaning my mouth was not on fire, but it did warm me up from the cold. It had shrimp on it, which wasn't in the description and not a plus for me. The beans were delicious & the rice was rice. The carne asada was good. The carne was tender and seasoned well. Definitely would go back. read more

Santa Rosa Restaurant - Steak Ranchero - Mexican Near Me - Frederick, Maryland

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Decor was great. Service was good. Food was average. Wanted so much more from this place but the dishes we ordered were not unique or memorable in any way. Doubt we will return read more

First time there. It was outstanding. Friendly staff. Awesome food. I'll be back again. I recommend this place highly.I just got a notification that I needed to post a review. I did this review but didn't post it. My bad! read more

10/10 I got the carne fajitas.... I have to say, it was definitely the best thing I have ate in quite a while Service was good and pretty fast. Then again, I went on a Monday night, but still good. The ambience is done well. It's very cozy and well themed. Mexican and Salvadorian culture is vibrant and cool, and this place reflects it well. read more

This is our "go-to" spot! We love it here! The shrimp tacos are my wife's favorite and I love the Steak Tacos El Carbon.

I had no idea what to expect when I walked into this hole-in-the-wall restaurant, but my friends and I were absolutely astounded at how delicious it was! Santa Rosa prepares a variety of delectable Mexican foods (AND margaritas, I must add). I ordered the seafood chimichanga and was pleasantly surprised at the amount of food that came with it. The chimichanga itself stretched across the plate and also included sides of rice, re fried beans, pick de Gallo, sour cream, and guacamole. The margaritas were strong and refreshing. I will say that this place can be a bit on the pricey side depending on how much you usually expect to pay for Mexican food. My chimichanga was about $15, but as I mentioned, it came with a significant amount of food that filled me up by the time I was ready to go. read more

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My favorite new Salvi restaurant in Maryland! The pupusas and Sopa de res are great! Highly recommend!

I've been to Santa Rosa three times now since moving to this area. Our first time was all right. The service was relatively quick and the food was decent, bu looking back on it now I realize it was more just so that we were hungry. The second time was abysmal. I'm not a snobby yelp guy and I don't usually leave reviews unless I really think that I should warn people before going to a restaurant. The second time we were there was a little bit later at night and there's only a few people there. One of the families there had a child that just ran around the restaurant screaming and yelling. I understand that this can happen with children but the fact that they were never once asked to at least try and calm the child down or perhaps take him outside as he was obviously overstimulated and just ignored him for a good hour was extremely upsetting. Our food took a long time to get out even though we are there with like only two other people. I wanted a sex on the beach because I was craving it and I believe it was at least nine dollars. What I got was basically blue dye and 90% alcohol. It tasted bad, not at all what a good mixed drink should taste like. When I politely asked for another drink or a refund, The man who I assume is the manager as he's always been the one who's always there and seems to give the orders on the place was very belligerent with me and told me "this is just how I make them " Seeing as how I wasn't being rude at all this is just really unpleasant. I don't really remember much about the food that night which I think speaks for itself. We decided to try a third time after I looked at the reviews on yelp and saw mainly good ones and we are really craving Mexican food. It's also pretty close to our house and I was hoping that maybe last time was just a fluke because it was a bit later at night. I don't think it was a fluke. Our chips were delivered stale. Never once where we asked if we want to water refills. When ordering something that came with sour cream I asked for the sour cream to be on the side and he gave us a bunch of extra sour cream and then charged us is fwhich was just a really skeevy to do. The food once again was not that great. Nachos were soggy, the shrimp quesadilla Was more cheese than shrimp, and once again the mixed drinks were subpar. This review is a bit long but I figured it's best to give details. It's not the worst place I've been to, but the service is just bad, And your food is nowhere near as good as it should be for the price you pay. Also, their social distancing techniques were non existant. People were sitting next to each other at tables that were only a foot apart and we were seated next to a large party of at least 12 people with nothing barricading us and that foot of space between us. Me and my fiancé are both vaccinated but I think we would've just left immediately if we weren't. read more

Great place, I hope more people find out about it. My boyfriend and I started going here just for carry-out anytime we were craving Spanish foods. We sit at the small bar in the back (only a few seats) and drink top-shelf margaritas for an awesome price, eat chips and salsa, and wait for our food. We've tried a lot of different items from the menu, including nachos (my go-to), some burritos, enchiladas, quesadillas, etc. The quesadilla was simple, and I probably wouldn't get it a second time, but everything else has been awesome. We'll continue to be loyal customers, for sure! read more

Excellent good food Taco chicken Enchiladas chicken Fatata steak Salad special All great tasting read more

Service was fast. Servers were attentive. We enjoyed our meals. Chicken stew was well seasoned, just right amount of protein-starch ratio. Fried tilapia was well enjoyed, as well as the camarones saltado. Orchata was good, a little too sweet, but still good. Doesn't have the grainy consistency that makes a great orchata. Overall, food was great, service was great. I recommend this place. read more

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Fabulous Mexican and authentic El Salvadoran food with friendly service and a family friendly atmosphere. Hidden gem on the Golden Mile!