Taqueria Arandas

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Super interesting experience. Took my kids to a popular park nearby (mia's dream come true) and this restaurant was walking distance so we checked it out. Seemed like a popular spot for locals and the owner was soooo nice!!! The workers did not know English but I used my very broken spanish and was able to order lol The food was spectacular too. Only slight complaint i had was that the place wasn't very clean. Their dishes were still dirty, etc. read more

Taqueria Arandas - Mexican Near Me - Hayward, California

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I am surprised at the negative reviews here! We were at the playground and the kids were getting hungry, so we decided to walk here for some lunch. The service was great! Very friendly and the food came out surprisingly fast. We felt welcome and the bathrooms were very clean. I got the carne asada combination plate and my kids got a cheese quesadilla. Everything was delicious, we finished it all, even though the portions were big. Small, counter-service, no frills kind of mom and pop place--great spot for a quick lunch. read more

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Service is bad. I made a mistake ordering coffee, menudo and queso Birria. This is so bad !!! Instant coffee. $2.50 !!!!! Menudo with no hominy. Asked for the pigs feet and paid extra. When it was discovered the rude waitress said it is in small pieces. She lied. I asked for water and paid $2.00. My tacos were so greasy. I had to go home and bathe. Don't come to this place. It is the worst restaurant I have ever visited read more

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Amazing Mexican food. Delicious Jamaica. They serve Caldos, Menudo and Birria regularly (at least every time I've been there). Amazing homemade salsa too. Good bang for the buck and worth a stop if craving tacos and in the area. read more

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Brad S.

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Eatings: Pastor burrito and Camaraon Burrito, both were good , salsa good too only thing i wish this place had more of was chips n salsa, they dont have any...like how u not gonna have that? i would go there again tho. read more

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Gooood clean food def recommend this spot. Very very good tacos and I love the wet burrito hits just right. It's got that real authentic Mexican food read more

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Jay P.

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SINCRONIZIDA: It's like a quesadilla and torta fusion. 2 layers of tortillas sandwich cheese, tomatoes, lettuce, and avocado giving it a nice appealing and fresh color. The avocados were freshly cut and not oxidized at all and we opted for carne asada instead of the more classic ham. It tasted good and I liked it more than a plain quesadilla but it did fall apart easily and best eaten with fork and knife or cut into small pieces. Cabeza Tacos: The meat was overflowing and tender while still retaining a meaty taste and not overcooked to oblivion. It was light on onion and cilantro and I wish there was more, the cilantro was also wilted and almost looked like it had been dried. I also had to add a small amount of salt to the meat. Al Pastor Tacos: Same feedback with the garnish. Meat was tender and had a nice grill/flame taste. We ordered on a weekend around 11:30 and the food was ready in 10 minutes. read more

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Susanna K.

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Parking lot available. Pretty busy during lunch which is a great sign. We ordered 8 tacos to share, $28 total. I had the lengua and tripa tacos which were awesome. Generous portion with great pricing. The tripa was extra crispy, would totally come back for more. Would be nice if they throw in a chips and salsa bar lol read more

Taqueria Arandas - Tripa & Lengua tacos - Mexican Near Me - Hayward, California

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Jessica P.

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Stopped by on a whim to order a few tacos to-go after a hike. Ordered 3 of different meats so I can try the assortment. Ordered Carne Asada, Chicken, and Al Pastor. Tacos were OK. I like my tortillas a little more cooked/crispier so it can hold up while eating. The tortillas were a little mushy in my opinion. Meat was flavored ok.. The place was small, hole in the wall, and the staff was really friendly. We paid with card, so I don't think it's cash only as I've seen in a previous review. read more

Taqueria Arandas - Carne Asada, Chicken, Al Pastor Tacos - Mexican Near Me - Hayward, California

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This is a cool little spot in Hayward to grab some good Mexican food. It's located a little in the cutz and has a parking lot with plenty of space. Been here multiple times and say that the wet burrito is a tasty and heavy treat that can do the job for someone who needs to sober up after some drinking. The tacos here are tasty but never overwhelming. There's a good selection here so customers have plenty of options to choose from. The staff work quickly and are very patient. I definitely recommend this spot for anyone hanging around South Hayward. read more

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Bernardo H.

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Mal servicio y sucio prueban la comida con una cuchara y la buelben a poner en la cómida después de que se la puso en la boca eso es asqueroso .. Como pretenden que la los clientes se van a comer sus babas .. asqueroso ahora entiendo porque este lugar estaba solo read more

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Amanda D.

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My favorite spots weren't open so I looked on yelp and found this place! Great portion size and pretty decent food, staff was kind, and this place was pretty close to my house, so I'll be back soon read more

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Martin G.

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Not as good anymore on top of that the last burrito i got was all tortilla hardly any asada.. trying to get over on all us

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Christopher B.

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Great service and food. Large servings. A little hard to find but that's not a bad thing. read more

Taqueria Arandas - Super burrito - Mexican Near Me - Hayward, California

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Stuart B.

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The carne asada & shrimp burrito was hella good but expensive. This restaurant sits sort of off in the cuts. This was my first time ordering food. They took my order over the phone and it was ready in 10 minutes. Everything was great - the super burrito has fresh avocados and the hot sauce is spicy but tasty. I think $16 is too much for a burrito though. No chips included. Hence, 3-stars. Cheers, Stu read more

Taqueria Arandas - Carne Asada and Shrimp $15.50 - Mexican Near Me - Hayward, California

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James S.

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Amazing tacos ! Really nice people and service. The burritos were amazing too. It's cash only so be prepared.

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Atif J.

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Hole in the wall joint. Literally. Got a regular burrito. Their regular version is like a wet burrito. Has a tasty green sauce on it. Add $0.50 for card. Great service and delicious food. They got regular meats and seafood also. Awesome! read more

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Nathan F.

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I am a Al pastor connoisseur. This Al pastor burrito deserves 5 stars. Great family oriented business.

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priscilla e.

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Best tripas tacos in the Bay area. I love this place. Was my 1st time and the food is so authentic. I will be back. Ladies were really nice to me too even though I dont speak spanish. Lol Was a little hard to find but look for the black screen door. read more

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Victor G.

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Taqueria Arandas is literally an hole in the wall. small eatery's walls are adorned with woodframe pics of emilizo zapata. menu: tacos, menudo, burritos, camorones. ceviche and the like. eats: lengua taco(2) al pastor (1.5). -very meaty, slightly mushy. cornmeal taco texture on soggy side. -condiments bar had no salsa, just radish, jalepenos, onions, etc. -small tub of hot salsa given 3.5 stars. take outs: -tacos wrapped in aluminum foil, no box given (not needed) -pricing is average, portions fair. open grill (just behind cashier) -not sure what specialty is.... read more

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Francis C.

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This is the best burrito place I've had. I live in sf and I know that's a stretch to say. I get a mixed asada and pastor with a toasted tortilla and whole avo. Amazing. Has to be super and you HAVE to get the green sauce. The green sauce is life. The service is good. The ladies are sweet and pretty fast service. I always call ahead. read more

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Nubia O.

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This place is the epitome of a hole in a wall. Yes the place is kind of sketchy from outside and inside; but food is great! My fiancée loves their huge wet burritos. The green sauce they put on it it's so delicious. I am not a fan of burritos but I could eat the ones from here anytime; and king taco's from LA (of course.) My favorite from here are the quesadillas sincronizada though. The veggies and flavorful meat/chicken inside the tortilla mixed with the cheeses they use are the perfect mixture to a wonderful and unforgivable quesadilla. I love coming here just for that! Aguas frescas are also good. Food is cheap and everything is big (check out the pics) one burrito from here is like two from king taco's. So don't let the sketchy area and weird looking place stop you from trying great food. read more

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Melissa h.

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I love this place! The wet burritos are my favorite saucey deliciousness. Carnitas and asada are the bomb. Rosita and David are wonderful. I will be back. read more

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Angela H.

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Best Mexican food n Hayward and Great Customer Service!!!!! Love.... Love .... This place

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David M.

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Best burritos in the Stack. Been going here for a few years now. Fresh avocado slices in the burrito. The food smack every time.

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Sunil R.

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Went here with high hopes based on the other reviews but left disappointed. I thought this was going to be a hole in the wall with amazing food. It was a hole in the wall but the food was not that good. They messed up my order which was not a big deal. The people who work here were super nice and very apologetic. I had the chicken and carne asada tacos. The carne was too chewy and the chicken was not that flavorful. I will pass. read more

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Adrian A.

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They are authentic Mexican food I like thier carne asada burrito and chicken tacos dorados

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Matthew A.

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Burritos: Dry. As. Hell. The super burrito was mostly rice and beans with some meat and avacado spread here and there. It feels like there's a knot in my stomach hours after consuming it. Not doing that again. Tacos: decent but too salty. I still enjoyed it but not enough to carry this review. Quesadilla: My girlfriend had this and said it was good. So the hype surrounding the quesadilla is fair but based on the other foods I've had here I doubt I'm gonna come back. I always give places a couple chances before giving them a review (unless they are flat out terrible). Arandas was decent or bad the times I went here so I will not be returning. read more

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David O.

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Very very good traditional food here! Little corner spot wth a great menu! Shrimp cocktail (camarones coctel) was awesome. Highly suggest it!! read more

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Arianna L.

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Got the Al Pastor super burrito from here and was satisfied! The super burrito comes with sour cream, avocado, and a bit more! It was also huge, so I ended up eating half, and saving the other half (hopefully it still tastes good). My boyfriend got the carne asada tacos with beans and rice. They were average, and the rice was a bit hard. The beans were perfect though! Sad to say he liked my burrito more than he liked the tacos. read more

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Nancy N.

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Burrito was good, flavorful and isn't overwelming. You can sit in to eat... everything taste better warm anyways... Located in a plaza in the back, so.when you GPS you might not see it directly.. there's also enough parking. read more

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Angelica A.

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This place was delicious! I ordered the super steak burrito served wet. The wait was not bad considering they make everything right there. The place itself is small and not too many places to sit. But the food was very good. The only negative was the green sauce they put on the burrito was cold, it tasted like it came out of a can and just scooped over the tortilla. The horchata though was sweet and milky, so worth it. Probably wont be back here but it was definitely scrumptious! read more

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Destinie T.

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Tacos are amazing! Worth a try and literally that quaint hole in the wall you will be running back to!

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Jay K.

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Hands down the BEST burritos in Hayward. Tasty, affordable, and authentic! The chunks of avocado (no additional cost) are just a plus for this amazing hole in the wall off of Tennyson. Definitely a must try! read more

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Riki N.

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Good flavor but felt like an outsider not being able to speak Spanish, much more than anywhere I've been. Service was completely without a smile or inflection. No idea if I was being judged for looking Hispanic but speaking English (common mistake) or what but I just felt sort or unwelcome. Was strange. Burrito was messy but really tasty. read more

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Nicole M.

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I've grown up eating here, absolutely love the food. The restaurant recently overcame new servers and they are completely rude. I am a Latina who does not speak/understand Spanish and I always feel judged when making my order. They don't smile or say thank you. Great food but I stopped going here so often because of the new staff. read more

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Robin K.

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Iron bars on the window, an abandoned lot next door, shady people in the front eyeing you down as if you just stopped them from making their latest drug deal. All, not very good signs. We said what the hell, the shadiest places are usually the best. Unfortunately, that didn't hold true this time. Chorizo - tasted like a dead animal scraped off the road, chopped up, and fried on the flat burner. Yeah, that gross. Carne Asada - super greasy and oily. Queritos - chewy, rubbery, old. Pollo asado, Al Pastor - both decent enough to put 2 stars for this place. Salsa Picante - Highly overpowered by the taste of cloves, and a strange sour aftertaste. Tacos are cheap though, so if you're in the mood for cheap, come here, but also beware of cheap quality. read more

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Simba A.

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Place look crappy and scary from the outside and hard to find but the food is great there wet burrito is one of my faves. I've tried other items on there menu but i always end up going back for the burrito. There horchata is not the best but its an ok for pair with your meal. read more

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Brie K.

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I thought I knew what a great burrito tasted like. I mean, I grew up in San Diego. I have family in Arizona. If I had a nickel for every burrito I've eaten, I'd be very very rich. Boy was I schooled when I went to Taqueria Arandas! Yes, the place is a little shady. There are bars on the doors and windows, it doesn't seem all the clean, and these random dudes sitting outside stare at you as you get out of your car. I'm sure a little white girl like me probably shouldn't be in this area in general. BUT! Damn these burritos were off the hook! I got the carne asada super burrito and, from the first bite to the last, I was in heaven! The beans and rice were perfectly combined to create an excellent layer of flavor without it being oversaturated and soggy. The carne asada was the right size and flavor. And the "super" (aka guacamole, sour cream, extra cheese) was on the money. I've been back twice since I discovered this gem and have been equally pleased with each burrito. There is no need to go anywhere else if you are craving a quality meal. Just ignore the dudes staring at you ;) read more

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Reina E.

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Aranda's has been a family favorite for years. The tacos and burritos are on point. The meats are very flavorful; my favorites being asada, al pastor and carnitas. I love that they also put fresh avocado instead of guacamole. It is a little intimidating at first because the staff and customers mainly speak spanish but once you get over that, the food is all that really matters & it's soo good!!! read more

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512 W Tennyson Rd
Hayward, CA 94544
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(510) 783-2779
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What time does Taqueria Arandas open?

Taqueria Arandas opens at 11:00 AM on Monday.Taqueria Arandas opens at 10:00 AM on Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday and Friday.Taqueria Arandas opens at 9:00 AM on Saturday and Sunday.

What time does Taqueria Arandas close?

Taqueria Arandas closes at 7:30 PM on Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday and Sunday.Taqueria Arandas closes at 8:30 PM on Saturday.

Mon 11:00 AM - 7:30 PMTue-Fri 10:00 AM - 7:30 PMSat 9:00 AM - 8:30 PMSun 9:00 AM - 7:30 PM

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Does Taqueria Arandas take credit cards?

Yes, Taqueria Arandas takes credit cards.

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Does Taqueria Arandas have catering options?

Yes, Taqueria Arandas does have catering options.

Does Taqueria Arandas serve alcohol?

Yes, Taqueria Arandas serves alcohol. Beer & Wine Only

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Does Taqueria Arandas have TVs?

Yes, Taqueria Arandas has TVs.

Outdoor Amenities

Does Taqueria Arandas have bike parking?

Yes, Taqueria Arandas has bike parking.

Does Taqueria Arandas have outdoor seating?

Yes, Taqueria Arandas has outdoor seating options.

Does Taqueria Arandas have parking?

Yes, Taqueria Arandas has parking options. Private Lot Parking

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Does Taqueria Arandas have free WiFi?

No, Taqueria Arandas does not have free WiFi.

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I picked up a to go order over the weekend and went with the wet burrito with steak along with a…read morefew carnitas tacos. The burrito is still just as good as I remembered. The sauce has its own unique flavor and the burrito itself is huge. I finished mine but was completely full after. My wife enjoyed the tacos and usually one or two is more than enough for her. This is an updated review and this place continues to be solid. The staff is hardworking and friendly! Dining in is just as good.

Came in for a Wednesday dinner and it wasn't too busy, which made for a relaxed experience. Service…read morewas prompt and attentive throughout, and there seemed to be plenty of staff on hand. We were brought fresh tortilla chips to start, which were great, along with a Lazy Susan-style setup of salsas and toppings. Unfortunately, this was a bit of a miss for me--there were raw onions, raw jalapeños, a green salsa, and more of a plain red hot sauce rather than a true salsa. I would have preferred something more traditional like a good pico de gallo or a more balanced house salsa. Ordered a bottle of Dos Equis, which at $7 felt a bit steep. Most entrées were priced between $17-$25, which is pretty standard. I had the carnitas and they were excellent--really flavorful and well-prepared. I also tried a bite of the chile relleno, which was solid as well. Overall, the food was good and the service was strong. That said, it's a bit out of the way for me, and while I enjoyed it, I probably wouldn't go out of my way to come back.

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4.3(236 reviews)

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Food and service were amazing. The chile Colorado was…read moreamazing. Servers were attentive and service was very quick.

My husband passes by this restaurant all the time and had been wanting to try it for a while, so we…read morefinally gave it a shot this morning. When we walked in, there was only one person handling everything--taking orders, working the register, and serving food. At first, we thought it was a semi self-service setup, so we ordered at the counter and then found a seat. My husband ordered the steak breakfast, but the steak was unbelievably thin. I got the super burrito, which was not "super" at all--the portion was smaller compared to other Mexican places, and the flavor was pretty bland. We spent about $46 in total, including tax and tip. At least we got to try a place my husband had been curious about, but unfortunately, it's not somewhere we'd come back to.

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A friend recommended this to me and I finally drove out to give it a try. I was greeted as soon as…read moreI walked in and was seated right away. Everything on the menu sounded so good and had to go with the shrimp ceviche and carne asada plate. While I waited for my order, I had fresh salsa and fresh chips. I could not stop eating the chips and had to keep on ordering more. The ceviche was super good and the carne asada was super tender. The rice and beans had the right amount of flavor and the jalapeño had the right kick. The server was really friendly and gave great recommendations on drinks. The restaurant had good lighting, noise level wasn't too loud, and the vibe was pretty chill. Plenty of parking and easy to get to. I drove across the bridge to try this place out and I would do it again! I highly recommend The Mexican Restaurant and Bar if you're craving super tasty food and great drinks with a group of friends or a date night.

Waste of $100, and we both regretted our meal. It had been a few years since we'd eaten here, but…read morewe had really enjoyed it in the past, so we were looking forward to coming back. We arrived around 4:30 on a Sunday and were seated in the bar area. After waiting 10-15 minutes with no water, chips, or salsa, we still had no idea who was supposed to be serving us. The bartenders never acknowledged us, and nobody stopped by to even say, "We'll be right with you" or thank us for our patience. Eventually, someone came over and asked if we were ready to order. Our food arrived almost right away, but my fiancé realized his added carne asada was missing. The waiter didn't bring it out until he was nearly finished with his meal because he never rang it in.. I ordered the combination fajitas, and they were just okay. The entire time, there was a woman walking around in a blazer who appeared to be a manager, but she seemed more focused on training the bartender than checking on guests. Had she been paying attention, she would have clearly seen how frustrated we were. When our server finally brought the check, we noticed we had been charged twice for the chilaquiles, plus separately for the carne asada that didn't even arrive with the meal. After another 5 minutes, I flagged down who I believe was the manager to fix the bill. She corrected it and brought it back, but then we were left waiting another 5-10 minutes for our server to actually process the payment. The waiter never even thanked us before we left. Overall, the experience was incredibly disappointing, especially considering how much we enjoyed this place in the past. Neither of us plans to return.

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Food was amazing! They make their own tortillas daily. My entire family, kids included loved the…read morefood here. The staff were friendly. Entrance was tight (can only fit one car so it's awkward coming in/out if another car is doing the opposite). Would definitely come back and also recommend to friends, family, and everyone.

Browsed through a bunch of Reddit posts, stating this was the best taqueria in Hayward…read more FYI, It was soooo hard finding this location with Google Maps and not being a Hayward local. We went in circles... the turns are short. ***does not allow outside food or drink inside (unless it's for health reasons)*** FOOD: Ordered 5 tacos at $3.95 per taco, no matter what the meat is. Lots of meat. Lots of onions and cilantro. Lots of lime slices provided. Radishes provided...wished there was more. Surprised there wasn't any jalapeños provided. Ordering takeout, they immediately provided all types of salsas without asking. SERVICE: Takeout orders didn't have much service. Directly handed the bag of food. VIBEZ: Mainly males and construction workers. Casual. Fast dining. Standard taqueria vibes. Located on their own grounds with parking in the rear (may be a tight squeeze and complicated especially during peak times). Would I come back? I want to try their burrito. :)

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Honestly this place isnt too bad. The parking is rough at times because it's literally in…read moreSouthland. And the drivers, eeeeeuuuuuggghhhhhhh. Anyway, I came here randomly for lunch because I really liked the one in Dublin. I ordered a quesadilla and 2 tacos with a drink. Honestly it was kinda steep, but that's just how the economy is now. The salsa bar was stocked and it was hella good. The service was nice and everyone greeted each customer so it was good. It was crowded when I went, but there was plenty of seating for everyone. Will come here again if I'm in the area.

Great service, sensible prices and great portions…read more To note, I'm vegan so my review is strictly on the one item I ordered. The cashier was kind and accommodating in building a vegan friendly burrito for me. The burrito itself was okay, but the salsa and pickled veg made up for it. I'm rarely in Hayward and really just stopped by here in a pinch. Los Pericos delivered on what's needed and I'm sure based on how many people I saw come in and out while I was dining in, this is certainly a place for regulars in the area. The restaurant is set up for casual fast dining with plenty of booths with benches for groups of 4-6. Defnintely happy this place was here when I got hungry while running errands in the area.

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3.6(36 reviews)

3.3 mi

Taco Yaqui carne asada, and regular taco Al pastor…read more Taco Yaqui was really good and cheesy! Head to the salsa bar under the tent and add your pickled onion and choice of salsas. Prefer the Al pastor over the carne asada but both were good. Also had their mango passionfruit agua Fresca - was refreshing on a hot day, lean more mango. Was easy to find seating and parking - went there closer to opening time

Passed by this place and saw the hugeeee line that wrapped around the whole parking lot and go so…read morecurious. I knew I needed to try it out and see what the hype was. Came around 7pm, ordered pretty fast, food itself took maybe 45 mins, but I mean they had a LINE of people there. AND everything is sooo fresh. They cook and prepare everything in front of you. From the meat, to the smoked peppers, etc. You can also get your own cilantro, pineapple salsa, hot sauce, onions, etc at the little condiment bar. I got the Taco Yaqui , my cousin got the Chorreanda. the Taco Yaqui was FIREEEEE. Every single bite was so yummy and juicy and flavorful~ You gotta try it at least once. I would sooo go back I just gotta be prepared for the wait now esp since its outside hehe. BUT the workers and service was so great they provided us chairs while waiting. Super recommend!!

Carna asada grilled on site.

Burrito especial (15)

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Salsa, condiments bar.

Porque No? Tacos

4.5(824 reviews)

7.9 mi

Was looking for a taco spot after an event in San Jose. I could've stayed in San Jose but the rain…read morewas super heavy and I wanted to go somewhere closer to home. Not a lot of taco spots are open late at 10p but I saw that PNT was open. My family and I pulled into the driveway and were confused because it looked and sounded like a bar. There were a few people standing outside and I asked if this was a bar or restaurant and the gentleman said it's a restaurant. We walk in and got some stares because it was late and we had kids. Didn't matter to us. Everything on the menu sounded delish and they had al day breakfast items. We ended up going with the following: 1. Chicken sandwich- 10/10 my teen loved this. It was a crispy thinly sliced chicken breast with all the fixings, and pressed to perfection. 2. Chicken Caesar salad - 10/10 the lettuce was Romain, tossed in Caesar dressing and parm, with grilled chicken filet. 3. 4 tacos de asada - 10/10 yummy chopped steak, seasoned and grilled to perfection. I'm not sure if the evening chef cooks better or maybe we were starving, but the food was great! Ambience at the time was pretty loud but I figure it's because people hanging out in the bar area. Definitely will be back.

Great spot for tacos. I've had their asada, pastor, and lingua. Highly recommend them all! Quick…read moreservice. Good for family and friend get togethers. They share a space with the bar for adult beverages.

Frank's bar seating

Chilaquiles with Al Pastor

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Beer and a shot of whisky (Franks)

Casa Del Toro

4.2(548 reviews)

3.0 mi

•$$$

A friend recommended this restaurant…read more We arrived at 11:30am on a Wednesday and were seating immediately. Our party of 3 ordered a Charcuterie Board and Ceviche Trio to share. For our entrees, we ordered the Argentinian Skirt Steak accompanied with Frites, Sautéed Greens, Fries and Chimichurri Sauce -- and the Mezcal Glazed King Salmon with Cashew Relish, Purple Potato Puree (so interesting!), Shaved Brussels Sprouts, and Chipotle Butter Sauce. Food was fantastic -- straight to the point and with boldness from the Latin influence. The ambiance aims for a higher end dining experience, and there is a full bar with additional seating. Must be a local favorite for Happy Hour and dinner. Jonathan was our server -- shout out to him for his efficiency, attentiveness, and professionalism. He responded at every interaction with enthusiasm and a smile. Would definitely return.

John, our server was wonderful and friendly, and offered great recommendations…read more The atmosphere and background music was comfortable and uplifting. I started with a margarita and it was delicious. I would highly recommend the fried calamari and the Del Toro salad with medium well steak was so flavorful and the steak was grilled perfectly. While the starters were wonderful, the main dishes, Mary's chicken and boneless short ribs were tender, juicy and flavorful. If you're in the area, you've got to stop by. So worth it.

4/25/25 FYI. Bar

Juicy pork belly

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4/25/25 FYI. Exterior. Outdoor seating.

Taqueria El Mezcal

3.4(225 reviews)

1.3 mi

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Went today for Taco Tuesday. $1.50 per taco. Was so…read moredelicious. Service was a little slow cause they made everything from scratch. They have different kinds of sauces. Will definitely try their $7 burrito Monday! With tables and chairs inside to dine in. Casual ambiance. Servers are polite. Place is clean. Place was busy, lots of pick up orders. Lots of parking. It's a place when you want to try authentic Mexican food.

Asked for 3 chicken tacos on taco Tuesday, woman taking orders with blonde hair told me 5 minimum…read morepurchase. So I said ok two 5 tacos as I could give some away. I noticed a guy after me only ordered 4 but he wasn't told to order more so idk. Lady bagging food/orders came from back with gloves wet & nasty placing orders in bag. So box and bag was wet with whatever liquid was on them. I just think that's pretty nasty and sloppy so I asked for another bag from another worker. Taco were ok, just mid ... tried 3 of the Salsas & they were not good & flavor less. Place is ok but I didn't expect too much for $1.50

Salsa bar

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La Piñata

3.6(1.1k reviews)

3.5 mi

First time here! Love the colors and little piñatas inside the restaurant. I ordered the enchiladas…read moreMole (half order) it was a perfect amount of food for one person. It was delicious. Chips and salsa was really good as well, w/ mild salsa. Great service! Will definitely come back!

Came here pretty late at night, about 50 mins before closing. It's pretty small and compact but…read morecomfortable. The burrito was delicious and the portions are huge! I took the rest home and had it the next day. Overall, I had a great first impression and would probably have to come back and try other items on their menu!