On a porch for lunch! Cocuyo's Restaurant in Soledad is an outstanding Mexican restaurant in the…read moreSalinas Valley (Soledad). Passing through on our way for a Cal Poly visit, and it couldn't have been more perfect. The chicken and shrimp tacos were outstanding--but the real star? The homemade corn tortillas. Fresh, warm, and full of flavor, they took everything to another level. It's a small spot, with big taste. Friendly, relaxed outdoor seating, and exactly the kind of authentic stop you hope to find on the road.

TL:DR - great spot…read more Service - friendly, efficient Food Shrimp tacos are delicious Fish is good but shrimp were my favorite. Side of beans and rice - very mild. Not your typical refried beans. Tortilla and salads - we can at opening at the chips were still hot! Awesome

Stopped here on my way home from Monterey to SoCal…read more Cute little spot!. Looked clean and welcoming. The hostess/waitress was super nice and greeted us as soon as we walked in. The free chips and salsa were a good start. Salsa wash fresh and chips were crispy. Al Pastor Torta: 8/10 Bread was fresh and nicely toasted on the outside. The torta was very good except not a 10 because I am used to the style of tortas in OC which are full and mighty. The dipped Torta with chorizo: 8/10 Very filling with good flavors. At the end you basically get a side salad from all the droppings - which I finished off for my bf :) Would come here again if I'm driving by. The food was better than expected for not being familiar with the area!

Pacheco's never disappoints! It's always a go to. Definitely the best Mexican food in town. Worth…read moreit. I always like going when Georgie is at the counter taking orders he's so nice and kind every time! (:

The restaurants exterior isn't the nicest. The exterior colors are bright and tacky. However,…read moreyou'll be glad you stopped once you try their food. We ordered one chicken enchilada plate and 2 chilaquiles plates. One chilaquiles plate was with green sauce and another with red sauce. All our entrees tasted very authentic and homemade. Neither of the rice or beans tasted canned or pre-made. The food had great flavor! We also ordered their agua fresca of the day which was pineapple. It was the cherry on top to a satisfying visit. It tasted very fresh without added sugar. Just natural fruit flavors. I highly recommend checking out this place if you're passing through Soledad.

We just got in from Downtown LA to visit my boyfriends family. They ordered all his favorite foods…read morefrom town as usual, however I of course was craving my usual aguachiles. I also ordered cóctel de camarón as an extra add on. I decided to try El Pariente. I'm super picky about my aguachiles so I was thinking they would just satisfy my craving. However, they were literally so amazing. Super enchilosos like I love them! The girl was super nice and obviously the cooks are awesome. I absolutely am going to stop by on my way back to LA to take an order back with me! The outside is so cute, lots of parking and the inside of the restaurant was so cute and authentic looking. They have a great selection of bottled Mexican beer. I had a modelo while I waited and it was super cold. All in all I give this place 5 stars for ambiance, food, cold bottled beer and very nice friendly staff. Next time we're in town longer I'll definitely go have a sit down dinner. Muchísimas gracias por mis aguachiles perfectos y deliciosos!

The shrimp and octopus ceviche was fresh and delicious. Had to get the consume again which was…read moreloaded with meat. The birria taco also good. Lots of tables, two tvs, a bar and super friendly staff. They also have sushi here - apparently it's a thing in Sinaloa. Will try this next time.

It very clean . Service exelente Family restaurant…read more Exelente customer service I totally recommend this place. Good price. And very good quality food Fresh tortillas. Yummmy At night its karaoke fun place to eat with friends I love it

"Our server, Norma Leon, was absolutely amazing! They were so attentive and knowledgeable about the…read moremenu. They made sure we had everything we needed and even offered great recommendations. It was clear that they genuinely cared about our dining experience." So whenever you eat here ask for her.

Best carne asada in Soledad. Burritos and tacos are so good! Food always comes fast! The restaurant…read moreis nice as well.

Perhaps they will have pity on me.... And share this recipe…read more I love a good Chile Relleno. But I have never had one as good as the one at Palmas. It is a sheet-style, there is no soup-ey red sauce, and it is perfectly crispy with amazing cheese. It is also visually stunning with a sour cream sauce drizzle. I used to live in Salinas and take advantage of the fact that these were available to me whenever. Now that I live more than one hundred miles away, I wish I could get the recipe and make it myself. Worth it every time, and the other good is amazing there too. Sorry no photos--I don't live in the area anymore but would like to share this experience!

The food was Delicious! Everything was bigger than expected with great taste of course. Customer…read moreservice is great! Definitely coming back! Great restaurant with a clean environment.

Always great for pastries and lunch. I was very happy with my chile verde super burrito and the…read moreassortment of pan dulces. The girls behind the counter were great at accommodating our large order for take out lunch.

Don't come here too often but the bread and the food is super good the employees are also nice to…read moreus.

super fresh, super delicious. so glad we stopped for lunch here. marinated chicken tacos came with…read morethe best green salsa i've ever had; really nice heat, plenty of cilantro.

Easy stop, lots of parking, great service and the best torta I've ever eaten. Good juices too, and…read morea market

Clean and festive decor with indoor and outdoor seating…read more The waitress was friendly and attentive. Their food was really good and portion size was big. My kids got their tacos and they loved it. Their drink portion is also huge, I couldn't finish my margarita!

Amazing delicious I ordered the Carne A La Tampiquena $22…read more Beef enchiladas with your choice of red, green or mole enchilada sauce, served with grill steak, cactus salad, guacamole, sour cream, rice and beans. BUT..... THEY DID NOT GIVE ME THE CACTUS SALAD and GUACAMOLE I felt ROBBED of my money! Will I be coming back? I don't think I will even though I really really love their food

Always friendly and the food is always delicious too. The fundido is a must! I come from Seaside…read moreand am always satisfied upon leaving. Love the roses hanging from the ceiling so the ambiance is perfect. I've referred many people and hope they like it as much as I do.

Great service, very humble people and also food presentation is amazing. Atmosphere and the…read morerestaurant is very good and also great Vibes with music