If you're in Fairfield and craving authentic Mexican food, Valentina's is definitely worth a visit! I stopped by with my son and we ended up trying a little bit of everything--and honestly, everything hit. We started with a mollete as an appetizer, which was such a great choice. It came out warm, crispy, and loaded with flavor--simple but done really well. For our mains, my son ordered the carne asada fries and absolutely loved them. Generous portion, perfectly seasoned meat, and all the toppings you want--definitely something I'd come back for on its own. I went all in on the tacos and tried a variety: buche, barbacoa, carnitas, and steak. Each one had its own flavor and none of them disappointed. The meats were tender, well-seasoned, and tasted fresh--not greasy or heavy. The barbacoa and carnitas were probably my favorites, but honestly you can't go wrong with any of them. On top of the food, the service was absolutely on point. Our drinks were constantly refilled, the chips and salsa kept coming without us even having to ask, and the whole place was really clean--which always makes a difference. The menu has a ton of options, from breakfast plates to seafood and burritos, so there's something for everyone. It's the kind of spot where you could come back multiple times and still have new things to try. Overall, great food, great service, solid portions, and a relaxed vibe. Definitely a place I'll be coming back to! read more

Valentina's - Mexican Near Me - Fairfield, California

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Slowest service of your entire life Absolute torture and not worth waiting for unfortunately. You have to go ask for everything you need and then they overcharged us and we had to have them recalculate our bill. Very exhausting experience!!!!!! read more

As soon as we walked in we felt so welcomed! The restaurant is very beautiful and welcoming! I ordered the Torta ahogada, let me just tell you it was delicious! Best torta ahogada in town! I highly reccommend this amazing family owned restaurant!!! read more

bright clean and spacious dining area with lots of booths. service was fast and friendly. starting with the chips and salsa, was really hoping for some homemade chips, but no, store bought and slightly stale. salsa tasted store bought as well, but not bad. i'll never understand why a mexican restaurant with at least one deep fryer (i know because they have fries on the menu) wouldn't use leftover tortillas to make fresh chips daily. moving on, ordered a michelada which says it comes over ice, did not come over ice. still tasty though. wife ordered a super wet burrito because she wanted sour cream and lettuce inside, but it did not come with that. still tasty with nicely grilled flavor on the carne asada. i'd been craving some enchiladas for a while and ordered the chicken enchilada plate, the server asked if i wanted green or red sauce, i asked for red but it came with green. still tasty, a couple bites had gristle, but that happens with chicken sometimes. the plates came out with 3 different squeeze hot sauces, 2 red and one green. we both liked the darker of the two reds. the server was quick and nice but we probably won't be going back. read more

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This was absolutely disgusting and misleading. They give you pork grinds from a bag and not actual chicharrón while their menu states exactly what is pictured chicharrón with meat. NOT BAGGED PORK GRINDS. read more

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BLUF: Good-to-great service might overcome sub-par food, but good-to-great food does not overcome sub-par service. Based on my dining experience, Valentina's was an example of the latter. Two stars only because of the cook! Having a yen for some authentic Mexican cuisine, I did some research online and noted that Valentina's had racked up an impressive number of positive reviews. Since I was running some errands in the vicinity, I decided to stop by for an early dinner. I had my choice of seats, and the waitress promptly brought chips and salsa. My drink and meal orders (shrimp fajitas) were taken a few minutes later-so far, so good. My meal arrived (sizzling on a cast-iron serving pan!) after 10-15 minutes, and it was delicious. The waitress stopped by a few minutes after serving the food to ensure that all was well. The portions, as noted by other reviewers, were generous. By the time I had finished eating, there was still a third to a half of the original meal remaining, and I looked forward to taking home the leftovers. At this point, the waitress was assisting another patron with paying a bill and seating another party of two (these individuals and I were the only patrons in the restaurant). The waitress took the other party's drink and meal orders; I expected a follow-up with me to see if I wanted the extra food boxed and to get the check. Nope! The order was delivered to the kitchen and drinks to the other party. At this point, the waitress went back to the kitchen. And I waited. . .and waited. . .and waited. I would have asked another member of the staff for assistance, except that for at least 10 minutes, no staff entered the dining area! Finally, the waitress served the other party their meals and checked in with me. I had wanted a to-go container, but elected not to do so for fear of having to wait another extended period. I waited between 15 and 20 minutes after finishing my meal before I could inform the waitress that I was finished. If I had sufficient cash to pay for the meal, I would have left the requisite amount on the table and left. The only reason I tipped was to ensure that the back-of-house staff was recognized for their efforts. I have eaten in at least a thousand dining establishments across the US and around the world, some with questionable sanitation practices and others where I did not want to know what kind of meat was being served. Despite these issues, I would rank these businesses above Valentina's simply because the proprietors and front-of-house staff had a service-oriented attitude. I'll let this review, my wallet, and my feet do the talking and won't return to Valentina's. I know this likely won't affect the restaurant's future performance or patronage, and that this review is an outlier when compared to the others. However, I simply can't provide a positive (or even mediocre) recommendation, in writing or by word of mouth, for an establishment that made me feel as if I were being held hostage. read more

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They absolutely deserve 0 stars ,,, The whole order was wrong a absolutely horrible . Asked for no tomatoes, they added tomatoes, I will let the photos speak for themselves , they should be ashamed of themselves for the food they send out . WOW ,,, arguably the WORST Mexican food I have ever had .. This was a pick up order . See photos and captions !!! read more

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Food was absolutely amazing. The same goes for the service. I will definitely be returning to this great establishment. Do yourself a huge favor and try this place out. Also a very comfortable setting. read more

I don't recommend this place! My wife order through door dash. NO ONIONS! She is allergic!! Looks like extra onions to me! Door dash only gives you a partial refund. And this goes straight in the garbage! read more

Valentina's - NO ONIONS!! - Mexican Near Me - Fairfield, California

Already craving it. I had to look it up to ensure I didn't forget! I ordered the shredded chicken enchiladas with red sauce (rice and beans). Yum! so good. Great service as well to top it off.. will be returning. read more

Service was awesome very nice , the issue was the food my sons friend had tacos which he said was ok, my son got two queso birrias and rice and beans the consume was very fatty tasting the side of rice and beans we kid sized. Other than that he said they were good. Now hubby's food chiliquillas with red and green sauce they were not normal it's like they fried the tortillas and poured sauce over them and plus there were shells in the eggs and very small portion not very tasty my plate huevos rancheros I asked for my eggs over medium. They were very runny. There was one tortilla with two eggs very small portions and not very tasty at all. It's a cute place but defiantly need to serve bigger portions and up the food seasonings . But it's for you to try on your own this is just our opinion read more

Valentina's - Huevos Rancheros - Mexican Near Me - Fairfield, California

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Great prices and friendly service, items that we have tried multiple times and recommend are: -carne en su jugo -tacos al vapor -lonche de pierna -torta ahogada Chilaquiles were ok-probably wouldn't order that again. read more

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Great service ! & very delicious food. Me and my family enjoyed everything about the restaurant. Very nice and beautiful from the inside. read more

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Their food is pretty good, my go to order is the carne en su jugo and chocomilk. Flautas are also pretty good!

This place is so new everything in it is still super shiny and clean. It's only about a mile away from my house and Fairfield doesn't have much good restaurants of any kind to go to. It's Sunday and I figured I'd try this new restaurant called Vallantina's, so here goes nothing. Easy menu, I ordered the Carne Asada plate to go, 2 beef tacos for appetizer. With 2 grilled Jalapeño peppers on the side. Price was about right for a good meal, got home unpacked the food it looks great. Taste wise it was not too bad but after a little doctoring it was fine. I will definitely go. Back because I think once the cook is not afraid to spice things up a bit the food will be great I was there between lunch and dinner @3:30 so the service was excellent. No complaints. read more

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This was the worst food experience I've ever had. I took one bite and instantly regretted it, honestly I should have known even the smell of the food was off, I love Mexican food but this was something else I'm not even sure I want to know what's going on in that kitchen. read more

Customer service is fantastic! Food is amazing, place is nice and clean. If you need a cheap reliable food spot that has great flavor. Come here. 4 meals for $50! read more

I had 2 carne asada burritos, 1 regular and 1 super. Price was $35 and some change. Prices are not bad but food is horrible. The meat has a lighter fluid taste. read more

This was our first time here and we'll definitely be back! The food was cooked to perfection and very flavorful. I highly recommend the green salsa they bring to the table, I added it to my breakfast burrito. The restaurant was incredibly clean looking with the waitress actively cleaning as we walked in. My husband loved the chairs at the center tables, so much so, he took a picture. The service was excellent and they left us wanting for nothing. Oh, and the prices were amazing! I think this was the most affordable dinner out we have had this year! read more

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The service was good, the people were kind, but the food was only meh. There was nothing that stood out in the food that made it a place to visit again. read more

Went here for the 1st time today. Oh my God stay away. I ordered a burrito and had to trash it taster spoiled. I hope I don't get sick..

Great hidden gem! Perfect for a Tahoe drive pit stop, with great mexican food cooked with care! The guac with house made chicharones was amazing! zither fried enchilada, chiles rellenos, kids loves tacos and huge burrito. Great service, we will def go back! read more

Food is very good. I don't understand people say it was bland. My wife is from Mexico and she said that this is very good. I agree with her. We go there once a week to eat. Love the place . People are friendly read more

Terrible. We tried fish tacos, enchiladas, quesabirrias and carne asada tacos. The fish tacos were bland, enchiladas nothing spectacular, rice wasn't very good. Quesabirrias were not good. As I'm eating my enchilada, my bf asks me to try the carne asada taco, I ask good or bad, he tells me to just try it. After I finish my enchilada, I do, and instantly spit it out, it tasted like a band-aid. Then I get mad at him, because there is nothing else to eat to get rid of the taste. He states it tastes like tobacco. We never do this but he asks the waiter to please not charge us for those tacos, they were that bad. They responded they are made with charcoal. I just can't understand how anyone can serve something so horrible tasting. They did nicely refund us. The service is good. Food is a no for us. Felt the need to inform the public because their ratings are too high. read more

Wonderful little place in Fairfield, opens 9 am Food is Great! Service quick , nice atmosphere read more

The service here in Valentina's was awesome, the food was so delicious, the team are so nice. Is good taste the tacos and Quesabirria, I highly recommend revomen this place! My wife and I have been delicious meal here. read more

Beef tostada to go for $15.00. Some brisket(?) a tablespoon each of avocado & tomato and cup of lettuce. The tortilla bowl cooked yesterday? Don't waste your money. Taco Bell does better. read more

Valentina's - Beef tostada $15 to go - Mexican Near Me - Fairfield, California

Best food I've had in a long time ! Love the horchata. My kids liked their little pineapple juices and the service was great! Definitely returning soon ! read more

Service was good, items on the menu were explained, since I didn't know what all of it was, and the the place looked clean. Nice atmosphere overall. Only one thing to complain about: My Super Burrito was barely warm when it was served to me. I took half of it home to eat it later, and after heating it up in the microwave it tasted much better with the cheese melted and the whole thing hot! Oh I forgot, one more complaint, the tortilla chips that were put on the table were stale. read more

Been going around Fairfield for quesabirria & these were by far the oiliest ones in town, their chips & salsa were stale but atleast they were free lol, my partners burrito was warm but we would've expected it to be hot since it's supposed to be fresh read more

I ordered the chile relleno and my bf ordered a burrito. Both were very yummy. Nice restaurant and the service was great. Would recommend and I will be going again! read more

Valentina's - Chile Relleno - Mexican Near Me - Fairfield, California

I popped in there to get some food to go after visiting my buddy Chance at Lucky One Ink. first of all, they are a wonderful family. We talked about their business while I practiced my Spanish. I ended up getting some quesobarria tacos, rice, and beans, and chips and salsa. The tacos were so good. The food is authentic. The people are authentic. Homemade frijoles. y arroz. I wish I would've taken a picture before I dove right in. You definitely need to come to Valentinas, hear the story about why they named it that and meet this beautiful family. read more

Really good food and fast, friendly service. Got two super burritos To-go and a dessert (they accidentally made the burritos regular, but were fast to correct the mistake and get us the right order) the burritos were great and good portions too! read more

I ordered my food to go & they forgot the steak in my nachos & it was MOSTLY ALL toppings & next to NO chips & the quesadilla for $7 was smaller then my hand! , SUCH a rip off for 20$ & I will NOT be going back. Which is kind of disappointing because I had ate a taco from there a day ago & it was SO good. Which is why I went today to get thier food. But NEVER AGAIN. do NOT come here! I feel like ALL the good reviews on here with 5 stars are fake or written by people that work there. Taco Bell has better food then this place. read more

Fish taco was my most preferred taco out of the ones I ordered! Service was attentive, polite and friendly!

This Restaurant is amazing! I couldn't believe when we got the bill, everything was priced not to break the wallet! We ordered menudo, quesa birria, and a carne asada super burrito. The menudo came with home made tortillas, the birria sauce was phenomenal, and the super burrito meat was amazing. We also got michelada's spectacular! The service I couldn't ask for a better server he was very attentive, super nice, they're a family business that's been open for about 10months. The restaurant was clean and the whole atmosphere was inviting! We will be back, I wish I had pictures of the food. read more

This new restaurant is amazing. They have great authentic food and beautiful service. Very calm environment. Definitely going back soon. read more

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Husband had the super carne asada burrito-A little dry but the carne asada had great flavor. Wife had the chicken enchilada w/beans & rice. Instead of a red sauce they used salsa. Beans were good. It was fine. I'd probably try one more time and get the tacos. I hope they do well as the young waiter was so helpful and nice. They said their style of cooking is from Jalisco. read more

This place is an authentic Mexican food restaurant The taste is Jalisco root base. The service makes it feel like home. I recommend the food all the way. read more

Traveling out of town. Found this Authentic Mexican food with sason! I had the carne en su jugo with side of rice and beans. Great service, great food! read more