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Nostalgic vibes are in full effect here for me personally. I grew up eating tacos with flour tortillas believe it or not and it was just that simple thing that made this foodie experience a delicious one. We ordered the Asada and Chorizo tacos that came with a side of guacamole sauce and sliced radishes. Let me tell you, that sauce was banging and topped with radish? It gave it a nice crunchy texture that made this taco a banger. Oh snap, ok I forgot to mention the cabbage too! Combine all those components and you get a banging taco. Since it was my first time I got everything on the side and I hooked it up the way we wanted it. Now I know the next time I order these hand held morsels I'll just get them with everything. The place is small and has limited seating but it moves quickly as people eat and run. The service was good and the vibe is festive. And that's my take on it, Peace
Many visits to this location under my belt and I've never been disappointed. I've also brought loved ones here from out of town and they always enjoy the food, appreciate the service, simplicity of the menu, and the fast casual experience. Staff try to keep the place clean and are always efficient and fast. I'm glad Long Beach has a location now!
Quality Tacos with Delicious Flavors! They make their own tortillas in house which gives them high credibility and they use quality ingredients. Food -Carne asada tacos are DELICIOUS. 5/5 carne asada is tender and cut to the perfect size. Tortillas are handmade. You can't ask for more, it's exactly what a tacos should be. Ambiance -proper Mexican food establishment vibes. It's well decorated inside and they play Mexican music for the vibes Service - no issues Overall if you like tacos or are craving them this, is a great place to check out! It's HIGHLY RECOMMENDED
After hearing there was a Sonoratown in Long Beach, I had to visit! It's casual dining with quality taste! We ordered with the cashier. I got the burrito de asada and added the poblano. Best choice! I highly recommend! The tortilla was soft and buttery! The Manteca was worth it. Cheese was perfectly melted and everything came together perfectly. Food came out pretty quickly. They also have different sized bags of chips to choose from. We had some with the chiltepín salsa, it was firey hot and yummy! A must try for unassuming Mexican food.
First time here. My coworkers wanted to eat here for lunch and they are always talking about it. The food was great! I had 2 tripa tacos , 1 asada, and 1 cabeza. To drink an horchata. Service was quick , the servers are all friendly. Small spot but has plenty of seating. I really enjoyed my food. Definitely coming back. One of my coworkers orders the Caramelo, which is a giant taco with all the fixings! It looked really good!! Going to get that next time.
Sonoratown continues to be one of my favorite places for tacos. We are so lucky to have it in Long Beach. They're known for their handmade flour tortillas that have an amazing bite to them. They were just awarded a Michelin Bib Gourmand award this week for their excellent, affordable food. One thing that I appreciate about their tacos is that their meats have varied textures. The costilla (rib meat) is a crowd pleaser as you get the taste of the grill/charcoal. They have tripe that is crispy with corn nut texture. Cabeza (face meat) has a stewed texture. Unlike most places in LB, there is two hours free parking conveniently located across the street at the Harvey Milk Community Lot. This is easily one of the best options for tacos in Long Beach and, if you haven't had it yet, then you really should! This is the type of place that we need to support!
Sonoratown offers some very flavorful and fresh tacos and other dishes with a good selection of meats and toppings. I ordered the steak, chicken, and beef head, all of which were flavorful and tender. The sauces added a nice kick, especially the red one. Their horchata was delicious and very cinnamony. Prices were on the higher end for the portion you get. Overall it's a nice place to visit in the heart of Long Beach.
It was decent nothing that wowed me. Margaritas were decent, not crazy flavorful though. Staff were nice and service was decently quick after placing our order. Tried two different flavors of Margarita A burrito 2.0 with asada And a chicken chivichanga which was kinda small and I probably could've eaten two lol. Not a bad spot and I live close so it wasn't out of the way. Limited parking in the area, there is a lot with free two hour parking close by but during events that is a paid lot so be warned. Decent size interior, worth a try if in this side of Long Beach.
My friends have always raved about Sonoratown's tortillas. They definitely lived up to the hype. I got a chicken chimichanga, an asada Carmello, hibiscus agua Fresca and a brown sugar pie. Everything was delicious. The servers are patient with newcomers. The casual spot has simple tables and fun colorful decor. I can't wait to go back to try more.
The tortillas tho.... Have been hearing a ton about this place, so came to give it a try. Interior is super cute with tons of seating. We ordered caramelos with the poblanos inside, as well as their horchata. Tortillas are some of the best I've had. Super soft and flavorful from the grill. The fillings and salsa were good too, but it was really wet, and the bean ratio especially compared to the meat, was a little off. Always am going to want more meat. Horchata was unique since it was coconut based. Overall solid spot with patient staff. Tacos La Rueda is still better, but will be back when in Long Beach.
When you get inside it's a place where you order and then find a seat. We got here on a Saturday before noon and it was already packed but no wait to place our order. First of all one of their workers with the mastche and tattoos is so cute which is always a plus for the ambiance. It didn't take long to get our food. About 5 minutes and they brought it out to where we sat since we dined in. First of all! You need to get an aguas fresca. We got the medium for the orange mango and the Jamaica. They are so natural. I'm a huge fan of artificial flavor so this was a huge shock, but it pairs so well with their food. My only regret isn't getting the large. For the food we got the burrito 2.0 asada and the chivichanga chicken. The burrito was great but very heavy on the beans. Make sure you get extra green salsa. It's their best and a perfect balance of salty with a hint of sweet. The red salsa gets spicy. If you can't handle hot Cheetos don't eat it. Now the chivichanga thing was perfect. It's so tiny but the fact it's about $5 was perfect. I have never had something so well priced and portioned before. The way I can describe it if you ever wanted to taste high class Taco Bell that will make you want four more then you need to try it. And I mean this in the best way possible. It's so cheesy and savory and yummy!!! Truly just from these two dishes we will be coming back to try the rest of the menu. Our next dishes is to try the tacos!
The interior of the shop was very colorful, had a good amount of seating, and had loud festive music playing. We stopped in for a carne asada burrito and bean and cheese burrito on a week night and it was not busy. It's nice that they have smaller burrito options that are around $5! They were served with a grilled green onion and radishes The flavor of the carne asada was good, and the tortillas were nice and chewy and freshly made. The different salsas were tasty and the green was our favorite of the three. I'd say they were solid burritos, would consider dropping by for a quick bite if I was in the area again
Amazing homemade flour tortillas, perfectly grilled meats, fresh ingredients, and fast, friendly service. Easily one of the best taco spots in LA. The official taco destination of IVA High School and, despite his ongoing campaign of misinformation, Mr. Pinzon's personal favorite.
4 months ago
Burrito and tacos de asada were both so yummy! You can taste the freshness of the tortillas. The asada was very well seasoned/marinated. Restaurant was nice and clean, and the food was prepared very quickly. Staff was friendly. read more
Heard a lot of hype about this place, drove by and decided to try. The menu was a bit different than what I'm use to at a Mexican restaurant as they rice was NOT on the menu. The location is fairly small inside w/ a few tables & counter seating. The counter clerk was helpful & I decided to go w/ an asada burrito. It was OK. Wasn't very flavorful to ME. It's filled w/ beans, meat, guacamole & salsa. I opted for no cheese. The salsa was spicy but the meat/ guacamole just lacked flavor. It was a nice portion size for The price $12.50. May come back & try the tacos instead but the burrito was a 6/10 for ME read more
8 months ago
Had a bean n chez burrito and a chivichanga. Both were gud. Chivichanga contents were mixed. Glad I didn't ask for no tomatos bc that wasn't gonna haypen. Price point was gud for wut I gut. Green salsa = gud. No kick tho. Red salsa = gud. Has some kick. Body reacted like it does when I eat chili oil tho, so -1 str. Friend had tacos. Dey lookd gud, too. That is all. read more
My daughter and I had a great late lunch here. The staff were friendly, the restaurant was clean and the food hit the spot. Decor-high open ceilings with exposed beams, I always like that look. Some cool cultural pictures and typical colors all around. Service-nice staff. Food-tacos were solid, and the salsa was spicy. Chips and guacamole were also good. The horchata was amazing and I'd like some more soon. read more
Soronatown - A Must-Try for Sonora-Style Tortillas in Long Beach! If you love authentic Sonora-style tortillas, this is the place to be! These flour tortillas are everything they should be--large, thin, stretchy, and with a slightly sweet flavor that makes them stand out. All tacos come topped with fresh cabbage, spicy chile de árbol salsa, avocado salsa, and are garnished with sliced radish and lime. I ordered the tripa taco, which was perfectly crispy and not greasy at all, and the steak taco, which was incredibly flavorful--a solid 10/10! I also tried the Chivichanga, a small burrito wrapped in a homemade flour tortilla and filled with shredded beef (or chicken), simmered with tomatoes, Anaheim chile, jack, and cheddar cheese. It was packed with flavor and the tortilla was just amazing. To drink, I had the coconut horchata--absolutely refreshing and another 10/10. All of their salsas and condiments were bursting with flavor. I even bought a pack of their specialty tortillas and a bottle of their signature hot sauce to take home! The staff was friendly, the service was quick, and the prices were reasonable. Parking is convenient, with a nearby structure and street parking available. I'll definitely be back next time I'm in the area, and I highly recommend this spot to anyone looking for authentic, high-quality Mexican food! read more
5 months ago
Tried it the first time yesterday. It was good! The meat was tender. I gave it a 4 because the salsa was a bit too hot and we were not warned that it was spicy! Our food came out fast too which is always a plus lol will definitely come again during my lunch. Service was great! read more
2 months ago
I came to grab a quick lunch. The place looks awesome, great vibes. The service is excellent. The food was just ok. I feel it is too expensive for what you get, especially the tacos. It was $3.50 for a taco and $4.00 for a bean and cheese burrito. They are both super small. The taco had seasoned chicken but some weird avocado salsa. The burrito had soup beans inside and not refried beans like I'm used to. I love bean and cheese burritos and this is not it. I would probably not come back here. read more
2 months ago
Long Beach is soooo happy to have Sonoratown join the neighborhood! We can't get enough of the soft flour tortillas. A couple unique and outstanding items they offer are the Caramelo and Lorenza. The Caramelo includes their large flour tortillas to cradle beans, cheese, avocado, cabbage, salsa, your choice of meat and a grilled poblano chile for an extra $1.25, which is worth it! It's like a loaded quesadilla, very hearty and filling. The Lorenza consists of a crispy corn tortilla topped with baked cheese, choice of meat, avocado, salsa and cabbage. It's like a tostada, but the crispy cheese and tortilla with fresh ingredients make this small-ish handheld so scrumptious. As for the meat, I imagine everything is delicious, but I usually get the costilla (grilled steak) or the cabeza (head) and they have been so tender, smoky and juicy. I'm in love with their hottest salsa, the chiltepín. I don't care that it's .50 cents. Worth every penny! I also enjoyed the horchata they make in-house. I believe they use coconut milk. It's creamy and not too sweet! Plenty of tables inside and there are a few tables in their front patio. Super casual, pay at the register setting. Friendly and fast service! read more
3 months ago
6 months ago
I had read the reviews and got recommended from various people to try it out. Stopped by today and the burrito is delicious. I got mine with beans, meat and avocado. The tortillas are homemade and so good. Service is awesome the people are super friendly. I came in right when it opened. So there was no wait. The aguas frescas are super good too. I got a cucumber water and it was divine. It's open seating so 1st come 1st serve but the front area sits around 40 people. read more
So, so, so fire! I've been a fan of their LA location and I feel so fortunate to now have one closer to me. The tortillas are what make it. They're so fresh and chewy and you can even purchase them to take home. The menu is streamlined but has just enough offerings. I always order the Burrito 2.0 with costilla although you can also choose from pollo, chorizo, cabeza, tripa and poblano chile with pinto beans. While it's a bit of a bummer that you have to pay for a side of their avocado salsa, it's worth it. I also wish the burritos were a little bit bigger. If you're not that hungry you'll be fine but otherwise you may want to add one more item. The bean and cheese burrito is an extra tasty option and only costs $4. They also offer to-go packs for gatherings at a fair price. read more
What is the big deal about this place....Well, I'll tell you :) The food is top notch delish! I ordered the Costilla Burrito 2.0 and two tacos, one with CHORIZO and the other with TRIPA along with a Victoria Beer. The food was very flavorful and totally made fresh... and of course the beer was refreshing lol I ordered extra of the non spicy green sauce which I think was a cilantro guacamole sauce, and loved it. To be honest I didn't end up using the sauces because my food was so good without any already. The service was just great. Immediately greeted and helped. Since it was my first visit I did have a few questions and the young man working the register was so helpful, he didn't mind answering my questions along with giving me his best recommendations. I wish I would have remembered his name because it's great employees like him that will keep that customers coming back. I'm such a supporter of this restaurant, I'll definitely be a returning customer and will be brining my family and friends to try. Ohhhh and I'll also be rocking my Sonoratown TeeShirt around LB, yes I bought a Tee to support them and you should too! If you're in the LB area I recommend this spot, pick Me up and I'll join you ;) Street meter parking is available and I also know the parking lot up the street also offer 2 hours free parking #YoureWelcome Enjoy SYOY! read more
2 months ago
1 year ago
The ambiance is so cool & vibrant. Staff is super helpful. The food is sooo goood! Everything had so much flavor. The meat was cooked just right. The salsas all had a unique taste to them. Im not a big fan of flour tortillas but these felt really homemade. The coconut horchata was sooo yummy, it was like drinking a bolis. Overall, I really enjoyed it! read more
Ambiant and solid spot but just not vegetarian friendly. There are 2 veggie options and we got the corn tostada (since their flour tortillas have lard). The tostada was good - tasted very authentic but the serving size is tiny. I think this place has options for non vegetarians but was a miss for us. The hostess was friendly and was kind enough to let us know about the tortillas which I appreciate. read more
2 years ago
I've heard around town that this is the best Mexican food in Long Beach -- y'all they weren't lying! I left feeling hella hella satisfied. I can't wait to go back. This is my new go-to spot! I've finally found a place that is giving San Francisco Mission Burrito quality vibes! Food -- handmade flour tortillas y'all! the Caramelo left me wanting another one. The meat (costilla) was tender and had a really good taste from the mesquite woodfire. All the flavors went really well together and it was juicy, crunchy, soft all at the same time. The Lorenza with chorizo wasn't greasy at all -- savory, crunch, spicy. Very similar to a volcán at a taco stand. The vibes were vibing! Good music, cultural decor, bright colors everywhere, taco books to peruse, history about the space to read while in line. Quality service, super fast but also really nice and answered all my questions and offered good options for my first time. They even bring you your food to your table! Parking -- it's DTLB so not a ton of street parking but plenty of nearby parking structures that are free the first 2 hours. One is across the street! read more
1 year ago
This came highly recommended by a local and I am SO GLAD I went! First off, what a fun and cool spot with great decor inside. The cashier was so helpful answering all my questions, being so patient and knowledgeable. I ordered chorizo and steak quesadillas, total for both being under $10... what a great deal for this part of Long Beach! I loved the plating as it was simple yet effective. The meat was tender and flavorful, I enjoyed both but I think the steak edged out the chorizo to be my favorite. I cannot wait to come back and try more. read more
We wanted to try a little different flavor yet couldn't be outside in the cold and rain waiting for our order. Luckily these folks were open until 10p so it gave us ample opportunity to try a couple of quesadillas and tacos. Quesadillas are two small tortillas stuffed with meat so for some of us it may be different than what we are used to. Have no fear the flavor is powerful and impossible to miss. The spicy sauce is spicy but in a great way. The staff there are helpful and friendly which is always nice when you're trying something for the first time. You'll love the bright environment they've built read more
10 months ago
They had a limited time only Torta that seriously made me want live in the walls so that I can smell that sweet sweet Torta everyday. It was fluffy, flavorful, and just fell apart in your hands. Being filthy never tasted so good. Their burritos make me feel like a kid again, joyful, hopeful, and free from crippling depression. If you don't ever have the chance to try So oration, may god have mercy upon your soul. I love you Sonoratown. (say it back) read more
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First time at a Sonoratown and it was incredible! Every single thing we ordered was delicious. The horchata was coconutty and I loved it. The servers are also extremely friendly and added to the experience. Can't wait to go back! read more
Long Beach definitely has its fair share of Mexican restaurants, so where is there room for another? Well off 3rd and Long Beach Blvd, but even more than the location, there is room for this unique mexican restaurant and how it prepares food. There is metered street parking and parking structures nearby, so there is no issue finding parking in Downtown Long Beach to visit places. It is a great location close to a lot of other shops and people walking around. Not too hard to miss with their colorful Sonoratown logo and good looking storefront. I love that they have outdoor seating as well. It is all very mexican and welcoming in a "mi casa es su casa" way. What stood out to me was the flavor of the food and how it is served. A little history of the restaurant owners: they are mexican and have many years of experience and bring a combination of flavors of Mexico and the adaptation of flavors of Downtown Los Angeles. The restaurant serves tacos in the style of San Luis Río Colorado, Sonora--a part of Northern Mexico known for having the most delicious carne asada--cooked over mesquite wood fire--and also for truly excellent handmade flour tortillas. I ordered the Burrito 2.0, costilla style with grilled steak, guacamole, Monterey Jack cheese, pinto beans, and chiltepin salsa. I have to say this tortilla is next level. it has grill marks and a special grilled flavor i havent tasted at other mexican restaurants. This just adds to the already superb flavor of the ingredients inside the burrito. Pour salsa on burrito, take a huge bite, and repeat. The dish came with a side of grilled spring onions. I also ordered a side of chips and salsa to add to the texture of my meal, and ordered an horchata, and if I am not mistaken, it had a slight taste of coconut to it. Horchata is very good to cut the spicyness of salsa and adds that little bit of sweetness to the savory meal. I was very impressed with the ambiance, location, menu, flavorful food, and the style and preparation of the food at this restaurant. Besides burritos, they also have tacos, quesadilla, and chivicangas and your choice of filling from costilla grilled steak, pollo chicken, chorizo sonoran-style pork sausage, cabeza braised beef head, Tripa beef intestine, and Poblano Chile & pinto beans. They also have a nice selection of drinks from Horcatas to Agua Frescas to Mexican Sodas. They also have Mexican beer and micheladas. A little bit of Mexico for everyone. Go check it out and ! Buen Provecho ! read more
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1 year ago
This place is truly a 10/10. Food was fresh and delicious. Big portions. The red salsa is spicy and very flavorful. Customer service is top notch! Staff was very friendly, answered all of our questions, and were very attentive. read more
We have a friend from Sonora and he said this as close to the style of his hometown as he had ever tasted. The tortillas are amazing and what really make these menu items. Outside of that, the fillings weren't all that. Somewhat bland at times, or at least that is based on my preferences. My friend from this region of Mexico was definitely more impressed. All in all, a great meal though. Service was fast and friendly and prices were not outrageous. PRO TIP: Come early if you are trying to buy tortillas to go. They can run out fairly early in the day. read more
One of three locations of Sonoratown in Los Angeles County, this instance that recently opened in downtown Long Beach in September, serves up a focused menu concentrating on items made with their famous flour tortillas. This opening has been on radar of the Long Beach food scene for a while; I was glad we were able to stop in for a Wednesday lunch. One of the first Mexican restaurants my wife and I seeked out when we came to LA, was the original Sonoratown in downtown Los Angeles. I remember it being very busy and crowded, serving up delicious tacos....their flour tortilla was very good, setting a high bar for our expectations for future competitors. But it's a trek to get there, so haven't been back since, but continued to read about their popularity: it pretty much makes every top taco place in LA County lists. It's a beautiful space inside, completely renovated, with tall unfinished ceilings, but also using modern easy to clean portable tables and chairs. It just seemed right (only better if one could drink a cold cerveza which isn't possible right now). You get in a well defined line to place and pay for your food, which gets delivered to you once ready. As for the food, it was good....the flour tortilla (made with lard) is the star here. Small chips with two salsas (green and a hot red) [$3] - there is no salsa bar here, so you get your salsas in small portions. The chips are made from the fresh flour tortilla were fresh and addicting. A la carte street tacos ($3.50 each: got one of costilla, chorizo, cabeza). The costilla (chopped beef rib pieces) had wonderful flavor, but had a lot of ligament/gristle pieces as ribs tend to. I actually like that a lot, but if you don't, you can choose cabeza instead (very tender meat from the cow's head, including cheek). The chorizo was the closest to the consistency of ground beef, but strangely had the least flavor. Costilla Quesadilla ($4.50) - I thought this was quite a bit better than the tacos: a lot more meat with a generous amount of melted cheese, all grilled together with salsa inside. All dishes come with roasted green onion. Melon Aqua Fresca ($4.75) - seemed to be made with fresh cantaloupe... if not fresh, a very good imitation. There is both indoor and outdoor seating, and a nook to the side where you can grab self-serve ice water and utensils. You should self-bus. There are a ton of on-line articles about the owners of Sonoratown, and why they decided to open a branch in LBC. It's a wonderful story...super glad they chose this location, helping to keep the restaurant scene near us relevant. read more
2 years ago
Im stoked that you guys came down to Long Beach! Sonoratown is our number one spot for asada, red sauce and the tortillas! We have been driving down to Los Angeles but the drive is dreadful. I was nervous that it wouldn't be the same but it taste exactly the same!! Here is to becoming a regular at the Long Beach location. TAKE MY MONEY!! read more
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