I've only tried the pupusas here, so that is what my rating will be on. I ordered for pick up. The lady was straight and to the point. Okay, I'm cool with that. They said about 15 mins. The place could use a deep cleaning. It looks a bit outdated, but at the same time it looks like it's well frequented to, as well. Pickup was easy. The workers aren't very personable, which was fine since I picked up. I didn't have to leave a tip for service. Honestly, I don't remember how much I paid, but I don't remember feeling like it was too much, so I can't complain on that. I got two kinds: the cheese, chicharron and beans and the cheese and chicharron. Tbh, just the plain cheese and chicharron were my fave. They were absolutely delicious. Juicy, lots of filling, and scrumptious to the last bite. The layer of filling to that of the masa, was in my opinion, a good ratio. I will definitely go back for the pupusas and maybe try other things on their menu while I'm there. read more

Have been getting pupusas from here for years and have never been disappointed. There is no online order method of which I am aware but they do answer the phone promptly. Our go to pupusas are the Frijol y Queso (Bean and cheese) and the Queso con Loroco (Cheese and Loroco, the flowers of a climbing vine from Central America). The pupusas have heft to them but are not "heavy" and they have a great tender quality. We also get Tamales and Burritos from time to time but the Pupusas are the stars. Their Curtido has a great brightness and some heat which is a great complement to the pupusas. This is a fantastic Richmond institution that evryone should check out. read more

The Nachos Del Pastor were delicious and my wife loved her Asada Nachos. Everything was fresh and full of flavor. The service was great and everyone was very friendly. The ambience was nice and welcoming too. We will definitely be coming back! Muchas gracias Mi Raza! read more

Taqueria La Bamba - Mexican Near Me - Richmond, California

Great burritos for a great price. Absolutely nothing to complain about. The burritos, and most importantly the tortillas, were hot and fresh! This spot has both inside and outside options for seating. My order came out quick and the staff were friendly and helpful. read more

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Easily my favorite taqueria in the area. The burritos are good, and would be worth about 4 stars on their own. The meat is the highlight, and I recommend something more flavorful like Pastor or Carnitas, though even the chicken is pretty good. The rice is a little dry, but the hot salsa they provide helps even it out. The pupusas, however, are easily the highlight. Best I've had, ESPECIALLY when you get them for takeout. My theory is that being in the package lets them steam in the condensation for a while, so by the time you get them home, they're the perfect texture without having dry edges. I've been here a hundred times and will likely be back a hundred more. read more

My cousin brought me here for the first time and it was so good. There are lots of options to choose from but she recommended the pupusas to me so I had to try them. It was a longer wait for the pupusas but it was well worth it and they came to our table fresh. There is not too much seating available but we were lucky to get a table. Overall I would also recommend the pupusas and would come back again. read more

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This place has some of the best pupusas I've ever had! The flavors are amazing and everything tastes fresh and homemade. The atmosphere is super chill and calm, perfect for relaxing and enjoying your meal. The servers are really friendly and make you feel welcome. Definitely my go-to spot for pupusas! They have many other options as well read more

Taqueria La Bamba - Pupusas - Mexican Near Me - Richmond, California

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A friend recommended me this spot so I came here for the pupusas. The first thing I noticed was no lard smell and the clean electric grill upon entering. The indoor has tables and lots of locals inside enjoying the specialties. The parking here at this location has a parking lot and street parking. The slaw was finely shredded and balanced the meal out nicely. The hot sauce was hot yet enjoyable and gave the meal that extra umph. read more

Taqueria La Bamba - Revueltas - Mexican Near Me - Richmond, California

La Bamba is one of my favorite places to get a quick bite. Their burritos and pupusas are so delicious and flavorful. My brother loves their salsa and how spicy it is. read more

Taqueria La Bamba - Carnitas super burrito, the sauce that they give with this is very spicy - Mexican Near Me - Richmond, California

I come here for the pupusas because they aren't cooked in lard. They are made fresh per order. They even have dessert ones with strawberry jam inside. Parking lot on the side with plenty of parking. Can be on the slower side for takeout orders so make sure you place your order accordingly. read more

I ordered the Breakfast Burritos with Chorizo (4 Stars) everything was fresh and good quality. Easy to access right off the freeway. read more

Taqueria La Bamba - Breakfast Burritos with Chorizo - Mexican Near Me - Richmond, California

Food quality is good! Service is eehh! Being from El Salvador- LOVE my culture food and supporting restaurants like this one. But I am still in shock that each pupusa is now $5 each!!! $5 plus tax Everything on the menu is high prices!! Hard to keep coming back often with inflation prices. So if you going to eat here don't say I didn't warn you On this episode I had the Casamiento dish $16 read more

Taqueria La Bamba - Casamiento Breakfast - Mexican Near Me - Richmond, California

Just ate here yesterday. Customer Service was horrible the lady taking my order had an attitude. Pupusas was ok but why are the sauce for the pupusas in a ketchup bottle on the table that might be a food hazard since tomato sauce can go bad if not refrigerated . Tacos had no favor and just got sliced of radish. We ordered ten pupusas and we all had to share bowl cabbage salad for the pupusas so either order to go or go somewhere else. They are cutting corners to save money. read more

Always a yummy place for papusas. Service is fantastic, and the food is excellent. We've been here several times and the food hits the spot every time. Our family fave is the chicharrones con queso. read more

Taqueria La Bamba - Cheese and pork papusas with rice and refried beans - Mexican Near Me - Richmond, California

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Food is really good don't get me wrong but last time I left there were many rats running in n out of the building as I ate in my car. But it makes sense it's close to a freeway so I guess rats are expected . Wouldn't go back for that simple fact read more

$15 breakfast burrito + $2.50 tip (to go) for over a 15-minute wait--and what I got was a cold, undercooked, and flavorless burrito. The cheese was unmelted, the texture runny, and the taste lacking. I stopped by based on another Yelper claiming it was "the best breakfast burrito I've ever had!" I couldn't be more disappointed. This wasn't my first time at La Bamba, but it'll definitely be my last. read more

Haven't been to La Bamba in a few yrs but remember it being pretty good. I paid over $30 for 2 burritos and left a $5 tip. I hadn't eaten all day so scarfed my burrito down. Hubby only ate half of his. Mind u, we were eating in a dimly lit living room watching tv. When hubby took his half burrito to the kitchen to put away, he noticed visible mold on the tortilla. Blue green circles . If his tortilla was moldy, was mine? I ate the whole thing!!! He ate half of his. We drank a lot of water and took some shots of vodka hoping the alcohol will kill whatever bacteria we just consumed. Please do better La Bamba. read more

Got a shredded chicken super burrito w/no cilantro, started eating & got half way down, no sour cream, no guacamole & didn't see any cheese. I stop eating & opened it, there was only chicken, rice & beans & a small portion of pico de gallo. I called & told them & they remembered my order & told me to come & they would re-make it. When I took it back to show them the inside the guacamole was found in a corner at the opposite end of the burrito. I doubt I get another burrito now that I know the skimp on ingredients..The new burrito had everything that was missing & tasted pretty good. read more

Taqueria La Bamba - Shredded chicken super burrito - Mexican Near Me - Richmond, California

Small parking lot. Delicious pupusas that you can see them making by hand in the kitchen area. Food safety is questionable, but I didn't look too hard in the back. I came in to order at the counter for takeout. Considering the number of people coming in to pick up to-go orders, the wait time wasn't too bad. The dine-in customers didn't seem to be receiving much attention though. Pupusas are flavorful and filling. The zucchini flavor is my favorite. Comes with a slaw which tastes refreshing with the pupusas. There are many other items on the menu as well, such as burritos, but those aren't as good as the pupusas. read more

I usually like your food from this place, but today the carne asada was extremely salty from our Burritos.

Can't go wrong with their pupusas! Tamales are ok, overly salty, tacos and burritos are good.

Customer service keeps getting worse. They need to be trained on how to be personable if they are going to be serving customers. Can't believe they still expect to get tips. They stare at you and don't greet you, when they finally decide to take your order they complain about cooking what you're ordering, they will point at people while in their presence. Terrible environment all around, and this has progressively gotten worse over the years. read more

Tried the super cheesy pupusas, very delectable and reminiscent of El Salvador.. a true taste of the motherland. Definitely would eat here again! Great place for some solid eats.. no frills for sure, just good food. read more

Taqueria La Bamba - Mexican Near Me - Richmond, California

Yes! Great tasting papusas BUT I walk in and I get totally ignored. I see everyone busy slapping those delicious papusas and putting them on the stove BUT I had to flag someone to please take my order. People come and go BUT WAIT!, the person after me who complained loudly about not being able to call in his order, got his food before me. I am clearly forgotten. I saw my order go up on the order wheel but I guess they don't pull them in order. I complained and was told 5 more minutes. Moral of the story, don't go here if you are starving. They take FOREVER! read more

When in the Richmond area this is my go to for burritos. My favorite is the super carnitas burrito. Mariano's my favorite staff in this restaurant. She's amazing and super friendly. Ambiance is casual but has plenty of indoor seating for a family or large group. Parking on premises or street is available. Support this local gem! read more

Taqueria La Bamba - Inside where to order - Mexican Near Me - Richmond, California

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Good: great flavor, very generous with meat and light on rice (better that way) they cook the meat on the grill so you can see I like that. Bad : it's not a beautiful place and it's small I wouldn't advise bringing more that 4 people in your group. Also is stated in other reviews hardly any sour cream guacamole (half way through and still haven't hit any) Ugly: this isn't a big deal but it's the little things ya know? The chips were stale. And for a small not fancy place they got some nerve to charge $14 but it is what it is. Overall delicious burrito would defiantly come again. Oh you'd do better to call in advance if ordering to go. 4 stars! read more

Taqueria La Bamba - Super Carne asada extra cheese $14.80 - Mexican Near Me - Richmond, California

Tacqueria La Bamba has quickly become my go-to spot for satisfying my cravings for shrimp tacos and mouthwatering pork & beans pupusas. While the service might not be the quickest, the exceptional quality of their food compensates for any wait. Let's start with the stars of the show: the shrimp tacos. Each bite is a tantalizing explosion of flavors. The shrimps are cooked to perfection - tender and succulent. Equally impressive are the pork & beans pupusas. The moment you take your first bite, you're greeted with the hearty and rich taste of well-seasoned pork complemented by the comforting creaminess of the beans. The outer masa shell is golden and slightly crispy, providing the perfect contrast to the indulgent filling. The pupusas come served with a side of curtido, a traditional Salvadoran cabbage slaw, which adds a refreshing crunch and a hint of tanginess to each bite. Now, let's address the elephant in the room: the service. It's true that the service at Tacqueria La Bamba can be a bit slow, especially during peak hours. However, the food is worth the wait! In summary, Tacqueria La Bamba has won my heart with its delectable shrimp tacos and pork & beans pupusas. Despite the occasional delays in service, the quality of the food consistently shines through. If you're willing to exercise a bit of patience, you'll be rewarded with a truly authentic and memorable dining experience that keeps you coming back for more. This place has secured its spot as the only destination where I'll get their shrimp tacos & pupusas! read more

Taqueria La Bamba - Pupusa - Mexican Near Me - Richmond, California

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I love supporting small local businesses. They got the best fresh hand tossed pupusas. in the east bay hands down. Jalapeño/cheese, or zucchini/cheese my favorite. I would recommend calling in your order. Some times it can take up to 30-45 mins when ordering at the counter. Believe me the pupusa's are well worth with. read more

Taqueria La Bamba - I'm salivating. So good! - Mexican Near Me - Richmond, California

I went in at 9:40PM because I was hungry and although the restaurant closes at 10PM, The staff was so nice she allowed me to order and eat at the establishment. I ordered 1 pupusa (chicharrón y queso) and we ordered a burrito de carne asada. I must say the food was so good. The burrito was good but the pupusa was the best. I also had a Tamarindo and it had the perfect sweet and sour flavor. There was only one couple there, so the restaurant was quiet. The restaurant was clean as well the bathroom. If I'm in the neighborhood, I will visit this restaurant again. read more

If you want high quality authentic Pupusas this is the best place!!!!!!!! It is always packed out and if you tried it you would know why. Also you have to try the Horchata!!!!!!!!!! read more

Good luck getting food here in under 30 min. Who ever picks up the phone tells us it's a 30 min wait for 5 pupusas? Then once you get there to pick up it's an additional 5-10 min? Im avoiding this place simply because of the wait time and their pupusas are mid, not over the top worth waiting 30 min for. Just go elsewhere, el sitio is a good spot. read more

Worse tamales I have ever had...soggy...did I say soggy...mushy mess...it's as if they have put them in a pressure cooker, giant steamer, walk away, and come back hours later...the corn meal is horrendous...when the tamal is unwrapped, it literally P-O-U-R-S out of the corn husk...it's so gross...the fillings are just as atrocious. Slop...that's all it resembles... read more

I will always sing a few bars of "La Bamba" in honor of Taqueria La Bamba, as nothing epitomizes Richmond, California more than ordering a super burrito at Taqueria La Bamba. Located along a busy stretch of San Pablo Avenue next to the Interstate 80 on and off ramp, Taqueria La Bamba has been here for many decades, taking over for the Old Oak Pit barbecue restaurant and they have managed to maintain so much success over the years thanks to their signature staples, especially their Pupusas, of which they have no fewer than eleven different varieties. For those who don't know, Pupusas are a thick griddle cake, or flatbread, from Central America, namely El Salvador and Honduras, that are made with either cornmeal or rice flour. They are similar to the Colombian and Venezuelan arepa and are filled with various ingredients, which in Taqueria La Bamba's case includes cheese, pork, beans, and even zucchini. In what is becoming a bigger trend to diversify their menu many traditional taquerias have expanded their offerings beyond the traditional burritos and tacos, and Taqueria La Bamba is definitely in that category. My most recent trip to Taqueria La Bamba was for a quick takeout lunch, as I had just gotten off the nearby subway and was in need of some quick sustenance. My first thought was to head to Taqueria La Bamba as I knew they were quick and affordable and I haven't been in quite some time. Finding parking at Taqueria La Bamba was easy as they have a nearby parking lot that their neighbors the Goodwill store and KFC both share. When I walked into Taqueria La Bamba one of their doors said exit only, when I realized that it was their only door to enter their restaurant as they used to have an outdoor ordering space on one side of their building that their open kitchen faced, but now that seems to be gone. The menu at Taqueria La Bamba has categories including Burritos, Tacos, Fish & Shrimp, Combo Plates, Breakfast Plates, Platos Típicos, Side Orders, Appetizers, Drinks and of course their Pupusas. I opted to order a Super Burrito, as it came with rice, pinto beans, sour cream, cheese, guacamole, salsa fresca, onions, cilantro as well as your choice of meat of which I opted for Asada or steak. My total bill before tip was $12.07 with tax, which is a price increase from the last time I came, which admittedly was quite some time ago, but in line with their many competitors in the Richmond area. It didn't take too long for my order to be called out, as I also received complimentary tortilla chips and one salsa verde and two salsa rojas to go with my Super Burrito. Once I got home, my burrito was so large that I was able to cut it into two halves and enjoy it over the course of two lunchtime meals. My burrito was filled with a wide variety of ingredients that made every bite when combined with a tortilla chip and the salsa verde was a truly delicious meal. I should warn anyone who loves salsa with their burrito that their red sauce is muy caliente so your tongue is forewarned. My burrito only wanted me to make a return visit to Taqueria La Bamba and try one of their signature Pupusas, as I saw a team of staff members preparing and cooking away in their open kitchen, so they must be good, especially if they're made to order burrito is any indication. I am so glad that Taqueria La Bamba continues to thrive in the competitive Latin cuisine marketplace that is near the Interstate 80 corridor of Richmond and El Cerrito, as at Taqueria La Bamba they have a menu filled with such a wide variety of items that would satisfy any appetite and will have you singing a few bars of "y arriba y arriba" after your visit! read more

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The BAMB.com for pupusas. Literally everything on the menu was so good and filling! Came with 3 friends to refuel after a long hike. ALL of them said this is one of the best things they've eaten. What's good? 1. Pupusas - Revuelta with beans and cheese (shredded pork) was the best flavor - Loroco with beans and cheese was interesting. Loroco is actually a flower bud from Central America that tastes and looks like chopped green peppers/cactus - Order individual pupusas or go for the chalateco plate For the extra $7, you get plantains (heaven!), beans and sour cream with 2 pupusas. I was stuffed after just one. 2. Tamales - 3 flavors: pork, chicken and corn - Ultra savory with lean meat (no chunks of fat in sight which I typically have to pick out) 3. Burritos - Large with all the fillings - Friends thoroughly enjoyed giving in and eating them as their second dinner back home 4. Tamarindo Drink - Perfect amount of sweet and tartness, you can taste the tamarind pulp Authentic? Heck yes! The printed signs were all in Spanish. And lots of locals lining up for takeout and indoor dining. Why such a low health score? Despite the violations, the kitchen and bathrooms were very clean when we went. Each table was marked as disinfected as well. Actually rerouted here instead of a different taco place with a much lower score. So...Come here for the pupusas. Save a burrito for the next day. Leave with an extra order of tamales. Guaranteed food coma. read more

Taqueria La Bamba - Pupusas - $3.50 each. Damn delicious - Mexican Near Me - Richmond, California

Rice was all crunchy and undercooked it was gross I threw it away hoping for a refund I spent $30 and I am so disappointed so sad they had about 12 people in the kitchen and The Rice Isn't Even Cooked Properly so unprofessional. I won't be back. read more

Taqueria La Bamba - Super chicken burrito - Mexican Near Me - Richmond, California

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La Bamba has been the place of comfort and tradition. My brother introduced me to this restaurant a few years ago and I fell in love with all that they make here. Before Covid, you could see the staff making the pupusas fresh and it was worth the wait. I love the system they have set up for Covid. You can call ahead and order or if you are there in person they have a all the social distance guidelines setup. They have markings on the floor to keep 6ft apart, a window to take orders for walk up or pickup, staff wearing masks and gloves, and hand sanitizer station. I appreciate this so much! We ordered a super carnitas burrito, two chicken tamales combo plate, a chicken quesadilla, and two loroco pupusas. Every single item was delicious and packed full! These pupusas are stuffed and a good ratio from filling to carby goodness. I asked for my carnitas to be crispy and they gave me just that! Super juicy and flavor dancing on my tongue. The quesadilla was tasty as the burrito just without the rice and beans. It's a small place and it gets busy! There's a small parking lot next to the restaurant, street parking, and usually you can find a spot. Don't miss out on this incredible spot that will take you to a party in your mouth! read more

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Let me tell you guys , this is probably the best Yuca frita in the East bay . Crispy fresh, flavorful and addicting. Pupusa- jalapeño and cheese it was ehhh... the masa was a little too soft for my liking but the curtido was bussin. The prices have gone up since I last visited but worth it. it's good to support small businesses. They need all the support . read more

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great food and all ingredients are fresh, the pupusas look delicious but i will try that next time, the service was nice & polite. the music was dope , kept me hyped til i got my food, 2 thumbs up!! read more

Taqueria La Bamba - Half eaten California Burrito - Mexican Near Me - Richmond, California

The pupusas are outstanding. My family has been coming here for many years and we have no complaints about the quality of the items they make here. My main compliant is they rarely get my order correct. They don't seem to have a systems for keeping names on orders and they get them jumbled when you show up to get the food. The staff is also not the friendliest. read more

Great service but the burrito was blah there's something that they put on it that's making it taste sweet and there's no flavor it's edible but it's nuthin to right home about the host was awesome very sweet and communicated everything well read more