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El Tejate Restaurant: A culinary paradise located in Carlsbad, California, invites you to embark on a tantalizing journey through the vibrant flavors of authentic Oaxacan cuisine. Evoking the warmth and soul of this beloved region. From the delicious tlayudas to the succulent grasshoppers, each dish is meticulously prepared to tempt your palate and transport you to the heart of Oaxaca. We invite you to join us for a dining experience that will captivate your senses and leave you wanting more.
Hours
| Friday | 9 AM–9 PM |
| Saturday | 9 AM–9 PM |
| Sunday | 9 AM–9 PM |
| Monday | 9 AM–9 PM |
| Tuesday | 9 AM–9 PM |
| Wednesday | 9 AM–9 PM |
| Thursday | 9 AM–9 PM |
Address and Contact Information
Address: 3050 Pio Pico Dr, Carlsbad, CA 92008
Phone: (760) 637-5320
Website: http://eltejaterestaurantorder.online/
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Reviews
angie angie
Portions are worth your every penny. Everything was well seasoned. They didn’t offer aguas frescas and their non alcoholic refreshments were limited however their food is great! My kids who are picky eaters devoured the quesadillas. My favorite was the Torta. Plenty of parking available in the back and also allows for good flow of entry and exit from the premises. Restroom facilities are shared with the Thai restaurant next door but very well maintained. Will def come here again!
… moreBryan Lambert
The good:
The food is delicious, and the margaritas well made. You definitely need to try the enchiladas or the chile relleno (with delicious corn tortillas on the side). This is not the typical Mexican fare you get locally since the food is more Oaxacan style rather than the usual Baja Californian style you usually see in Southern California. If you like moles and tlayudas, then it is definitely worth a visit. Tomas is very hospitable and friendly.
The not so good:
While Tomas is very hospitable, and friendly, the service here is extremely slow. Basically it is ONLY Tomas usually running the whole show: seating; taking orders; waiting tables; bartending; bussing and cleaning tables (using a very strong smelling cleaner!). In addition, there seems to be only one or two cooks, so once ordered, food is very slow to come out. What it means for the customer is waiting -a LOT of waiting… to be seated (no hostess, just a bell to ring and eventually Tomas will be by to seat you); to get chips; to get drinks ordered; to get food. Tomas is literally running around trying to “do it all”. They REALLY need extra help all around.
Also, the building itself has seen better days and seems to be in poor shape (it is a shared building with a Thai restaurant); and has a musty;mildewy smell to it. It also lacks ambiance: the tables and chairs have also seen better days; and while your margarita drinks are in glasses; water is served in plastic cups; and while your food is on plates, you get plastic forks and knives. Even the front door to the restaurant feels more like you’re going into a dive bar rather than a restaurant. There seems to be a lot of this dichotomy going on.
And finally, there’s the menu – or more specifically the prices on the menu. Whatever you see there, chuck it out – they are just plain wrong. They do have a sticker on the front of the menu that states: “some items will have an additional charge due to current supply costs.” What this means in the real world: Chile Relleno: $15.99 menu price/$16.99 charged; Margaritas: $8.99 menu price/$10.99 charged; Mrmelitas appetizer: $8.99 menu price/$9.99 charged. Only one item out of 5 was charged the menu price. To top that off, they overcharged the sales tax (8% instead of 7.75% tax rate for Carlsbad).
Final conclusion:
The food makes this place worth it. Honestly some of the best in town. Just plan on staying awhile.
… moreThe food is delicious, and the margaritas well made. You definitely need to try the enchiladas or the chile relleno (with delicious corn tortillas on the side). This is not the typical Mexican fare you get locally since the food is more Oaxacan style rather than the usual Baja Californian style you usually see in Southern California. If you like moles and tlayudas, then it is definitely worth a visit. Tomas is very hospitable and friendly.
The not so good:
While Tomas is very hospitable, and friendly, the service here is extremely slow. Basically it is ONLY Tomas usually running the whole show: seating; taking orders; waiting tables; bartending; bussing and cleaning tables (using a very strong smelling cleaner!). In addition, there seems to be only one or two cooks, so once ordered, food is very slow to come out. What it means for the customer is waiting -a LOT of waiting… to be seated (no hostess, just a bell to ring and eventually Tomas will be by to seat you); to get chips; to get drinks ordered; to get food. Tomas is literally running around trying to “do it all”. They REALLY need extra help all around.
Also, the building itself has seen better days and seems to be in poor shape (it is a shared building with a Thai restaurant); and has a musty;mildewy smell to it. It also lacks ambiance: the tables and chairs have also seen better days; and while your margarita drinks are in glasses; water is served in plastic cups; and while your food is on plates, you get plastic forks and knives. Even the front door to the restaurant feels more like you’re going into a dive bar rather than a restaurant. There seems to be a lot of this dichotomy going on.
And finally, there’s the menu – or more specifically the prices on the menu. Whatever you see there, chuck it out – they are just plain wrong. They do have a sticker on the front of the menu that states: “some items will have an additional charge due to current supply costs.” What this means in the real world: Chile Relleno: $15.99 menu price/$16.99 charged; Margaritas: $8.99 menu price/$10.99 charged; Mrmelitas appetizer: $8.99 menu price/$9.99 charged. Only one item out of 5 was charged the menu price. To top that off, they overcharged the sales tax (8% instead of 7.75% tax rate for Carlsbad).
Final conclusion:
The food makes this place worth it. Honestly some of the best in town. Just plan on staying awhile.
Dey
Delicious food! I was there for dinner on a Wednesday and the service was fast. Staff was very friendly. We ordered memelitas, enchiladas de mole, tasajo con Chile y Hongos and horchata con tuna. Everything was amazing. I have been to the Escondido location and both were great. I have been to Oaxaca and had this food there and it is very similar. I will be back
… moreJenny Arrivo
Homemade tortillas, mole, salsas, rice, beans, everything ! What an amazing meal! Everything is homemade and made from scratch. The ingredients are so fresh, the owner is so kind! We were very impressed! The Mexican good here is very authentic and comes fro the state of Oaxaquena. This place should be on Diners, Drive Ins, and Dives without a doubt!
… moreJose Che
Authentic Mexican food ! The same as you would receive in Oaxaca Mexico !! Everything was authentic even the service !! Excellent stop after Legoland , my family was very happy with this choice
… moreSteven Dolbee
This is a real good place to consider if you “ever” pass by. CLEAN, Friendly and fast. Fresh real ingredients. From the chips and salsa to the main course. “Perfect traditional margarita”. I recommend this place strongly.
… moreJoeyanna Corona
Out here in sand Diego found this amazing spot . Food is delicious and has authentic Mexican taste . I got the green enchiladas . The chips and salsa are also very good . Definitely recommend it . Service is awesome too .
… moreJose Miranda
Raw food. I had unfortunate experience. I got back from being 2 months out of town. Decided to have a family dinner at a new location. Came on here (yelp) and found great pictures of great looking food. We (my family of 6) arrived and the place was empty except for a lady taking pictures of the food for their website. We ordered 6 different plates. The owner came by and asked if my plate could get a picture taken and they will provide 15% off. I was like sure why not. 5 mins later 12 Marines arrived (I too am a Marine) after seeing they were getting the food for free from the restaurant (the ones getting a picture taken) I was happy they were doing that community service. Here is the issue: 1) there was only one waitress and she was stressing between getting the food for the pics, serving my family and serving the Marines their drinks. I overlooked it all and said I get it, no problem. Then we started getting our plates one at a time with 15 mins in between each, so my son waited until his girlfriend got her plate etc. 2) my plate was one of the ones they were going to take a Pic of but the picture lady gave it to the Marines. Now everyone at my table finally had plates and except my daughter and I still didn’t. I got up and talked to the owner, she apologized and said she will not charge my plate, I said no problem get my daughter her plate please. They got her, her plate (by now my son and girlfriend were done with their tacos) but her plate had all the stuff we asked not to have on it. I simply removed the onions she doesn’t eat and told her to eat her food, still trying to enjoy this dinner while my plate was getting made. My wife saids “honey look” her fried fish was raw. That’s when I got up told the owner, was not charged and left. I’m at chick filet now as I write this. Quite upset that this happened. I get they might have been very busy with pictures and many other items, but a restaurant has to ensure each food is cooked. I hope my wife does not get sick. It could of been one of my kids. I wish I took a pic of it being raw but I did not.
… moreC N
Mole lovers, this is your place! Truly one of the best moles I’ve discovered yet, delicious! Welcoming owner & amazing authentic Oaxacan food! Whether you’re just visiting or local, this food is a must when in Carlsbad
… moreJesse Pinkman
Went there awhile back with my Dad. The server was friendly and brought out drinks quickly, but the food took a long time to come out. I ordered the cecina burrito, and the meat was super super dry, and also seasoned with way too much salt, it was the only thing I could taste. My dad ordered the Tlayuda Mixta, and his food was also super dry and overly salted, while the tlayuda was apparently stale. While the staff was awesome and I enjoyed the quiet atmosphere, I would not recommend coming here.
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