Forget going to a supermarket or even a restaurant for some Mexican food..this is THE SPOT you…read moregotta go to! Came here when it was super hot, and all we wanted was food and chill back in the a/c of my aunt's timeshare. After waiting soooo long at the nearest grocery store for food, I knew this night was going to be bad, especially with the experience at the grocery store. So I told my husband I needed to find another place to revive the night, and like I've said before, when you need help, YOU YELP! Upon checking out Mexican food spots, Tacos Los Olivarez was one of the businesses that were on the search results, and what drew me to it was the number of reviews, stars, and how the place looked. At first, I thought it was a little hole in a wall, but when my maps told me I arrived at my destination, I was a bit confused because it was an abandoned car dealership with a small taco truck right at the corner. What makes this place extraordinary and makes me want to come back whenever I'm in town is the fact that, despite the location, the business is run from a small truck with 6 tables, and the best customer service I've had in a while! The gentlemen in front of the car were greeting customers as if they were in a restaurant, which I've never encountered until today. The business felt very welcoming and on top the food was way better than the markets inside the grocery store! Definitely recommend this place!

This is by far one of the best taco trucks I've had! My fiancé and I first tried this place last…read moreyear n our trip when we were looking for something good to eat, and it ended up being one of the highlights of our trip. The worker was so friendly, welcoming, and the whole experience felt very authentic. I was really hoping we'd be able to find this food truck again this year, and I was so happy to see it was still there. My fiancé ordered the al pastor burrito, and I got two mulitas. Everything was absolutely delicious and full of flavor. You can really taste the quality and care put into the food. If you're in the area, I definitely recommend stopping by. We'll absolutely be back every time we can!

Hands down the best Birrieria in the valley, can't go wrong with any item. Don't sleep on the…read morecabeza tacos!

They get stars due to the food being decent. They got my order wrong and then charged me twice. I…read moreordered the child's meal was supposed to come with 2 tacos, a small quesadilla, chicken nuggets, and fries. Instead, I got 2 tacos and a small helping beans and rice. To top it off, I was charged twice for my whole order. Very disappointed. I won't be returning.

The Real Deal: Like Sunday at Tio's…read more If you're looking for a "fusion" taco with micro-greens and a side of existential dread, keep driving. But if you want a meal that feels like a warm hug from a relative who's slightly disappointed you haven't visited more often, welcome to Jalisco Restaurant in Coachella. The Atmosphere: Family Values & Smoke Walking into Jalisco isn't like entering a business; it's like walking into Tio JP's backyard. That nostalgic aroma of hard work and seasoned grills immediately greets you. It's a throwback to being a kid, watching your tios hover over the fire, treating every flip of the meat like a sacred ritual. There's no "new-age hype" here--just the perfected craft of a family that knows exactly what they're doing. The Heavy Hitters: Tripas & Cabeza Whether you're a "seasoned veteran" of Mexican street food or a nervous newbie, you have to commit to the Tripas and Cabeza. The Texture: The Tripas are cleaned and cooked to that elusive, crispy-yet-tender perfection. The Vessel: Whether you tuck them into a taco or go big with a burrito, it's a masterclass in traditional cooking. The GOAT (Literally): The Birria Let's get one thing straight: most places are out here serving "beef seasoned with birria spices" and calling it a day. Don't be fooled. This is the real deal. We're talking authentic goat meat, slow-cooked using the De La Torre family recipe straight from Jalisco. It's rich, it's tender, and it carries the weight of generations. It's the kind of flavor you can't replicate with a "modern twist." The Refreshment: Homemade Chavelas You're going to need something to wash down that Menudo or those wet burritos. Their homemade Chavela recipe is the MVP here. For the Modelo Negro fans: It adds a dark, savory depth. For the Michelob Ultra drinkers: It gives that crisp finish a spicy, citrus kick. The Verdict Jalisco Restaurant is one of the valley's originals for a reason. It's honest food for people who respect the process. In a world of trendy "reimagined" Mexican food, Jalisco reminds us that the original recipes never needed fixing in the first place. Go for the food, stay because you feel like family.

Fun little place in old town Coachella. Wonderful older area with great architecture and small…read moreshops. Appears to be a popular locals place as there were several workers sitting down for lunch. Certainly not a picture perfect place but that was just fine. The pass thru window had charming signage above the window with all the meats and combinations explained in English and Spanish. Very helpful for us gringos. And wow! They have a very good assortment of meats. Hard working waitresses kept busy ! Cold modelo started the meal perfectly. Chili relleno plate and birria burrito soon followed. Rice was nice and fresh. Beans very puréed and not quite as good as I would expect. Entrees were so-so. With plenty of Mexican restaurants around we will keep trying them out! But I suspect this place will be just fine.

This was one of the best tacos I've had ! Highly recommend, you guys won't regret…read more The tacos were really good, fresh, and full of flavor. Great service, generous portions, and I'll definitely be coming back!"

I found Leo's Taco Shop on Yelp while craving some good tacos, but unfortunately, this experience…read moredid not match the star ratings at all. I love food trucks and think most of the time they have some of the best food. They were located in front of a convenient store which was easily accessible from the street. We spent a little over $40, and for that price, the portions were very underwhelming. The street mulitas came with no guacamole, a skimpy amount of cheese, and barely any meat onion and a little cilantro... come on now. See pic below. The tacos themselves were just meat, onions, and cilantro--super basic--but the biggest issue was the meat again. It had a smoky flavor, but it was dry. Nothing juicy about it at all. Honestly, if the mulitas at least had enough cheese, it might have helped mask the dryness, but nope. Between the dry meat and the stiff corn tortillas, it just wasn't hitting. The sauces did have good flavor, but if you're someone with a mild tolerance for spice, they may be a bit much--so that didn't really save the meal either. I ended up taking the food back and asking for guacamole and somehow he didn't understand English at this point. He gave me some in four small sauce containers, and when I pointed out the lack of cheese on the mulitas, he handed us shredded white cheese in foil to add ourselves (as shown in the photo). That alone says a lot. Overall, I wouldn't revisit, especially just passing through town. There's definitely room for improvement when it comes to quality and portion sizes for the price.

Wonderful food for over 40 years that I know of ... we use to ride our mountain bikes in 1990 we…read morewould stop and grab beef jerky and luv the homemade beans

Food is great love the burritos and tacos but they also have great burgers and fries. This place…read morehas a little something for everyone its a great stop on your way to Brawley or Salton City.

Excellent service and delicious Mexican food. I definitely recommend coming here. Authentic birriaread more

The atmosphere was like of those hole in the wall restaurants where you think the food must be…read moregood, but no... the food was just as bad as the atmosphere. They had these cheap old tables and plastic plates. This was no hidden gem. It looked like an old truck stop from the 80s. The art on the walls was kind of cool and indicative of a Mexican restaurant. They didn't carry Jarritos. I asked for pineapple. They said no, but later I found out they had pineapple agua fresca . The waitress should have told me. My niece had chicken nuggets, but they had no barbecue sauce. The carnitas tacos weren't shredded and they had absolutely No flavor whatsoever. My tacos fell apart too. Their tortillas are weak. Luckily they had lemon, salt and Tapatio. They did start with complementary chips and salsa, which was a nice surprise. They didn't have any breakfast burritos We had to wait forever for them to bring our check, they never brought it and we had to walk all the way up to the front to ask about payment.

Our party of 9 was warmly greeted and promptly seated upon arrival. Our waitress introduced…read moreherself right away and took down our orders. They brought us two tiny baskets of chips with no more than maybe 12 chips per basket. Within minutes they were devoured so we asked for more. Who knew that the baskets could get even smaller?! All but one of us received our drinks. One of my friends didn't get the beer he ordered. Then when our food came out, it was definitely not what we were expecting. Some of us didn't have meat in our taquitoes. Others had rolled up flautas without the meat. It was a very odd and disappointing experience. Unfortunately no one in our group had anything positive to say and all were quite disappointed in the food. Don't think we will ever go back.

Such a hidden gem! Really good authentic Mexican food that has amazing quality in their dishes. It…read morealso is such a cozy, nostalgic vibe to it. There's also outdoor seating since it's a bit snug inside. Overall, great experience !

Tiny hole in the wall. Service slow but worth the wait. Great food!!!!!!!!!! Place was packed with…read morelocals!

Cashier side eyed me to another employee for asking for the three to-go burritos after requesting…read morethe "guacamole, cilantro, onions be on the side as eating later". Pretty disrespectful for a simple request and she cost herself a better tip. At least they are including more than one salsa per burrito (old policy was so stingy). Always empty in there and burritos on the smaller side so not sure how still around. Last time bringing them business especially w far better choices around (tacos 760, gonzales, castenedas, etc.). Learn to respect your customers. Maybe it's a front business.