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    Speedy Joe's

    4.3 (190 reviews)
    ModerateMexican
    Open 11:00 am - 9:00 pm
    Updated 3 months ago

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    SPEEDY JOE'S ATMOSPHERE

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    Casual
    Moderate noise
    Dogs allowed
    Good for kids

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    Robert S.

    We visited for dinner on Wednesday with a party of four and it was a very good experience. This place looks pretty rough from the outside, and a bit ratty on the inside, but it is well worth your time. We were greeted and told to seat ourselves, which we did in a nice booth. The very gracious waiter (possibly an owner) stopped by, took our drink orders, and was nice enough to provide separate checks. The draft beers are served in large glass goblets, ice cold. The chips were warm and obviously home made. We went with a Combo Plate, a Burrito, Tacos, and Camerones al la Diabla, which had a nice spicy kick. All the portions were large and the meals were fresh and well prepared. The service was outstanding. The waiter was friendly, prompt, and professional. Overall, an outstanding hidden gem in Palmdale to get great Mexican fare.

    Scott H.

    All around excellent on all accounts. I had the shrimp enchiladas in my friend had the chicken tacos. Both were top-notch. Shrimp tasted fresh. Chips and salsa were plentiful, my Diet Coke glass was always full. The price was right. The closest restaurant to the Fairfield inn & suites, Palmdale. Not great curb appeal, but come inside the door and you will definitely be pleased.

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    Tamara H.

    A friend kept telling me to try this place, so today I finally did. We got the food to go, while the outside is a little unassuming, the inside is clean and nice. I got the enchiladas rancheras with chicken and rice and beans. My boyfriend got the asada wet burrito and a crunchy beef taco. Everything was good and fresh, the sauces were obviously made in house, the salsa also had some heat to it. All the portions were a good size as well. It was a good experience overall. The service was also good as we phoned in the order and they had it ready to go.

    Very very good wet burrito!
    Jessica T.

    Very good Mexican food! Will be back! I ordered and it was ready in 15 mins! Great service:)

    Wet burrito!

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    I really liked the chips and salsa. Spicy and flavorful. Tacos are expensive but big and a lot of toppings.

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    8 months ago

    Legendary spot in the A.V. !! Food is always great!! My family has been going here 20 plus years!

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    9 months ago

    Great food! Great friendly service also. And the price is always right. They always go out of their way to make the food perfect.

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    10 months ago

    We live SO close and have only been once. That will change... The Chile Relleno plate is amazing and we'll be back soon...

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    11 months ago

    Quick personal service at a decent price and their salsa is really good. I definitely will go back in the future.

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    Super friendly staff and even better food!! Bathrooms were super clean as well. Prices are reasonable!

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    Authentic food, great service, friendly servers; great place for Mexican food, have been going for over 10 years and never disappointed.

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    Best Mexican food in the AV. Wet chili verde burrito is my favorite. Have not had anything here I did not like.

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    3 years ago

    Best Mexican food in the AV , everything is fresh, been going over there for quite a few years, and never had a disappointment

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