San Juan Mexican Restaurant in Covington, VA, is hands down one of the best spots for authentic…read moreMexican cuisine in the area! The flavors are bold, fresh, and perfectly balanced--every bite feels homemade. The staff is incredibly friendly and attentive, making you feel welcome from the moment you walk in. The atmosphere is cozy and inviting, perfect for both family dinners and casual nights out. Their margaritas are amazing, and the portions are generous. I always leave satisfied and planning my next visit. Highly recommend to anyone craving real Mexican food!

The food is always what you ordered and it's always delicious. The staff is super nice and the…read moreprices are good. I will keep going there as long as they keep up the good service in the great camaraderie.

This taco place is attached to a cafe. It has a retro vibe and an eclectic, vegetarian-friendly…read moremenu. Of the three veggie tacos I tried, the tofu one was actually the best; an odd combination but tofu and chimichurri on a taco works. It's easy to step next door for a beverage and a dessert if you want. They don't have anything besides tacos, and it isn't fancy, but given the amount of choices in the region, this was a pretty good one.

I've got to say I was expecting more from this place. There are a lot of taco places in the area so…read morewe were hoping that they were a staple here like they are out west and up north. I ordered the spicy Joe, the Cali chicken and a Birria taco. The spicy Joe was good, but there wasn't much to it. The crema on the Cali chicken was NOT good. Maybe I'm just not used to crema made from buttermilk?? The Birria was delicious, however I could have done without the giant jalapeños. My boyfriend also ordered Birria tacos, which he enjoyed. The roasted cauliflower taco was way too saughy though, he couldn't even take more than one bite. The service was quick and easy. You just go up, order, pay, and then they bring the food to you. So that's a plus.

Fabulous food! Neat little place in an unassuming strip of stores. The staff really cares about…read morequality -- and the furnishings are super cool and custom made. The servings are GENEROUS! Service very attentive. (And clean restrooms!)

So so so so soooo good! Amazing service and very delicious food! I was throughly enjoyed and I was…read moredoubting the place at first. Would be back!! I hope they end up doing well and getting a bigger place and sell alcohol because a margarita would be the cherry on top!

Food was pretty good. Chips were good though the salsa was not super flavorful. Passing through…read morearea. Might stop by again if passing by again. I'd recommend to someone who would be nearby.

The arroz con pollo was very good. The cheese sauce they cooked it in way delicious and the rice…read morewas you typical Mexican restaurant rice. The building itself was beautiful and looked like it had recently been updated/remodeled. The waiter were good and checked on us a few times while we were there. The chips and tortillas were definitely old. However we were there approximately 45min till closing. So I can't probably expect them to be fresh. My father in law was not able to cut through his enchiladas with a fork due to the tortillas being old.

Great place! Fresh food, fun atmosphere and fast friendly service. Portions are generous and the…read morefood was delicious! Can't wait to go back!

This was an unexpected find in Staunton. More than anything, the non-meat tacos were very…read moreimpressive as the yam/sunflower seed combo was something that was hearty yet balanced with textures. Props to their selection of salsa as well. I thought it presented a nice mixture of mild to medium to hot to extra hot. I'd definitely be back to try other items from their menu. One note is that I wish the tacos had a double tortilla so that I'd be able to "catch" the fillings.

So delicious and the woman at the counter gave good recommendations on what to order. Very casual…read moredining area and quiet and friendly.

This gringa went ga-ga over this fresh, authentic Mexican food truck. And good news... credit/debit…read morecards now accepted! Homemade corn tortillas and fresh pico de Galla (diced tomatoes, onions, cilantro). This is authentic Mexican, meaning chopped meat in the tacos (not ground beef), and white cheese, instead of weird orange cheese. Tacos were accompanied by cucumbers and radishes. Tamales terrific. Wish I had ordered more!

Seems to be permanently closed. They are changing into a food truck. See enclosed sign on front…read moredoor.

China's was recommended to me BT a coworker . It's located on the corner of a strip mall very…read moreunassuming - quaint (small) lol The staff was very friendly and helped us order I ordered the Quesbirria tacos and my wife the barbacoa tacos . They were each made to order and came out hot and full of meats . My tacos came with a consume to dip - so authentic!! My wife is gluten sensitive but they make corn tortillas from scratch so a big plus!! I wish we lived closer as this would be a weekly treat ! Delicious authentic and the people really cared! Give them a try you'll love it

Wife I went for dinner with our granddaughter Saturday night. What a peach she is, we are so lucky…read moreto have her. For dinner my wife had beef and chicken enchiladas with rice and beans. Very good. I had the beef enchilada, pork and chorizo taco, and the best Lengua taco I may have ever had anywhere. Don't let the look of this place give you pause, very friendly staff and comfortable dining experience.

I ordered takeout for myself and another person, we had chicken enchiladas and a chicken…read morequesadilla. The chicken was like a salt lick, it was not even edible, it was horrible, a total waste of money. It was ordered from their location in Hollins.

In a little house on a short street in Salem, Virginia, one that if it were not painted a bright…read moreorange color, would simply go unnoticed, is housed one of the smallest restaurants that I have ever seen. Yet we must not let its size deceive us, just as we should not judge a gift by its size nor a book by its cover. After being awarded the Triad Yelper of the Year 2024 Award at the Yelpies Award Ceremony last year, an event that honored the highest-performing Yelp Elites, I decided that this year, as an All-Star Yelp Elite, I not only wanted to be the first to discover new restaurants and bring them to the attention of the public, but also to uncover those found in hidden paths that for one reason or another have not reached the public in its totality. And Tacos Coronados in Salem, Virginia, is the perfect example. After driving by this Mexican little restaurant the other day on my way to Gusto Pizza for dinner, I thought to myself, "It is in small hole in the wall places like this one that one finds amazing food. I definitely need to return soon to try it out." And today is that day. I set my Lexus GPS to their address and started driving their way, encountering a torrential rain along the way, only being able to see a bright orange spot when I arrived. I decided to wait in my car for a while listening to music. As the rain resided and I was able too see the Mexican restaurant, the first thing I did was take a photograph of it from inside my car, since small drops of rain were still falling from the sky. Once inside, I noticed the place was also painted the same bright orange color, had a counter were To Go orders were taken and picked up, and a modern computer cashier where orders were paid. But what impressed me the most was the cleanliness of the place, and how very organized it was, with well use of space for five booths that each could seat four persons comfortably. I invite you to view my photographs accompanying this review to get a better sense of the place and its food. A friendly gentleman came out from the back to greet me and gave me a warm welcome. He appreciated very much that I spoke Spanish and talked to me about the restaurant and its menu. Most of their business is for Take Out orders, but on some days and times it can get full with dine-in customers. One thing that caught my attention was that Chips and Salsa were listed in the menu under Appetizers for $4.50. Afterwards I did my research and found out that Chips and Salsa is not a traditional complimentary offering in Mexico. It is considered an American Tradition. And that some restaurants make it a point to serve high-quality chips and salsa, justifying a charge for them. I ordered a bottle of Orange Fanta to drink and a Gorditas al Pastor (with Pork) Special to eat. Their appetizers in the menu were limited to Chips and Salsa, and Chips and Guacamole. And they had no dessert items. However, they did have Taco Tuesdays, when Pork or Chicken Tacos are $2 each. This was the first time ever that I have had gorditas but my server explained that they were a traditional Mexican street food consisting of a thick masa (corn dough) cake that is fried, then slit open to create a pocket and stuffed with various fillings like cheese, shredded meats like carnitas (pork), beans, and vegetables. Their picture sure looked good on the menu. The name "gordita" means "little fat one" in Spanish, referring to its plump, thick shape. They were crunchy and tasty, full of flavor. I definitely enjoyed my meal of genuine Mexican street food, highly recommend the restaurant for a very unique dining experience with genuine Mexican cuisine and an extraordinary customer service.

This small taco house is busy. Had food here a couple times now and its been very good each time…read more A very small interior, which fills quickly most afternoons. Order at the counter and then grab a seat, if you can. Otherwise get it to go. The food is made fresh to order, prices are reasonable to inexpensive for the offerings. The tacos have all been very good and the host always gracious and kind. 4.5 Stars - rounded up for the best tacos in the area. 01102

Not a bad Mexican / American restaurant. Waitress was very nice, she checked up on me a few times…read moreand was willing to have conversation. The Ambience was very inviting and the place seemed clean (minus the booth I was sitting on had duck tape on it) As for the food, I ordered a Ribeye Steak dinner. Came with a 12 oz steak, fries, mashed potatoes and a pre meal salad. The salad seemed fresh, but didn't have much lettuce and I got it after about 5 minutes after I ordered the meal. So I didn't have time to finish it before the dinner came out. The steak was ok, a little thin and tough (or the knife they gave me was not sharp enough), The mashed potatoes were fine, no issues. The fries were kinda of thin, had a good amount of salt thou. The steak and fries got cool really fast too. Overall, not the best but not the worst.

Our server Victor was terrific! The chicken chile soup will transport you to a sunny Mexican…read morebeach!! So authentic, try the black bean quesadilla. We will be back for tacos!! Lovely staff, wonderful restaurant!