El Camino

Wonderful little spot for your mexican food fix! Although the place is not that big, it makes up for it in tasty food! The place was nice and clean. Service was good. It was seat yourself and grab your own drink out of the cooler. I liked that idea. The food was the definite star! To start, just the chips and salsa were some of the best I have had. The burrito I had, with beef tongue as the meat, was excellent. I wish it would have come with some side like refried beans or something, but it was still good. My culinary companions both thought their meals were excellent. So glad we stopped and will definitely be going back. Do yourself a favor and give them a try!

TL/DR: Excellent, authentic Mexican food. Different from most standard restaurants. Definitely worth a try. Why My Rating? The food: I've become accustomed to Mexican food that is the same no matter where. From the chips to the last bite, this food felt homemade and amazing. Food: We've had five different entrees here and each one was knocked out of the park. Exceeded our expectations. Ingredients tasted fresh. Note, drinks are cans or bottles in the fridge. After you order, get yours. Jarritos and Rojita, glass bottle 7up and Coke are available along with standard sodas, tea, and water. Location: Right off of Lakeside Dr. near Walden Pond Apartments. Very unassuming place so keep your eyes open. Two rooster statues at the door. Staff: Very hospitable. Definitely has the feel of a family run restaurant in every positive way. We were well taken care of. Atmosphere: This is a small restaurant. Large groups may feel crowded. There are two dining rooms attached to one another with primarily tables for four. There is one table for eight in the middle. Cleanliness: The whole place was exceptionally clean. Prices: As expected for quality Mexican food. It is not cheap but it is worth it.

Best Mexican food in the area. Exceptional, authentic, and inexpensive. Truly a gem! I felt like I was back home in California again! Update: I went back after several years and it is still as awesome as ever! They have done a lot of upgrades, fresh paint, larger menu. This spot is heads above anything else in the area! The pork tacos, guacamole, fried plantains, were awesome!