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| Saturday | 11 AM–8 PM |
| Sunday | 11 AM–8 PM |
| Monday | Closed |
| Tuesday | 11 AM–8 PM |
| Wednesday | 11 AM–8 PM |
| Thursday | 11 AM–8 PM |
| Friday | 11 AM–8 PM |
Address and Contact Information
Address: 1116A Forest Ave, Pacific Grove, CA 93950
Phone: (831) 224-6760
Website: https://aquinosbirrieria.com/?utm_source=google
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Reviews
Minerva Ong
Plastic (pictured) in one of my birria tacos. Smaller piece of plastic (not pictured, but size of the plastic tags when you cut it off from new clothes) in my friend’s al pastor taco. No plastic in any of the carne asada tacos, yay.
We ate all our tacos despite the plastic. Quality was OK, but definitely expected more [quantity or quality] for the price. Agree with another reviewer’s opinion that this is what I expect from a $2.50 street taco.
Even if atmosphere was 5 stars, I would still rate this as a 3-star place because of service and food.
It wasn’t busy, but the person taking our orders seemed to be very inattentive. And the qty of the tacos were a bit mixed up, but that wasn’t a big deal either.
When an employee checked to see if everything was OK, we told him about the pieces of plastic in our tacos. We didn’t ask for a refund; we told him it’s so that whoever made the tacos can keep an eye out for the future. He thanked us and probably made a small apology and gave an unconvincing statement that he would let someone know. He offered no discount and we were not reassured that he cared much about the complaint nor about trying to make sure it doesn’t happen in the future.
EDIT: Changed to 1 star because of the owner’s response on Google Maps where they insist there is no plastic of this type in this restaurant. So what—my friend and I just performed magic and produced MACROPLASTICS in our mouths? lol, OK, buddy. Also, please read what I wrote. I wrote this is what I expect from a $2.50 spot. I *KNOW* the tacos are priced at $3.50 which is why I expected more.
P.S. – I am surprised the owner didn’t reply to the reviewer who provided a picture of hair in their drink. I bet the owner would say their cooks don’t even have hair that same color.
… moreWe ate all our tacos despite the plastic. Quality was OK, but definitely expected more [quantity or quality] for the price. Agree with another reviewer’s opinion that this is what I expect from a $2.50 street taco.
Even if atmosphere was 5 stars, I would still rate this as a 3-star place because of service and food.
It wasn’t busy, but the person taking our orders seemed to be very inattentive. And the qty of the tacos were a bit mixed up, but that wasn’t a big deal either.
When an employee checked to see if everything was OK, we told him about the pieces of plastic in our tacos. We didn’t ask for a refund; we told him it’s so that whoever made the tacos can keep an eye out for the future. He thanked us and probably made a small apology and gave an unconvincing statement that he would let someone know. He offered no discount and we were not reassured that he cared much about the complaint nor about trying to make sure it doesn’t happen in the future.
EDIT: Changed to 1 star because of the owner’s response on Google Maps where they insist there is no plastic of this type in this restaurant. So what—my friend and I just performed magic and produced MACROPLASTICS in our mouths? lol, OK, buddy. Also, please read what I wrote. I wrote this is what I expect from a $2.50 spot. I *KNOW* the tacos are priced at $3.50 which is why I expected more.
P.S. – I am surprised the owner didn’t reply to the reviewer who provided a picture of hair in their drink. I bet the owner would say their cooks don’t even have hair that same color.
Andrew Lopez
Really good for price, flavor, and volume. Very delicious, they give you a good amount of salsa too. Birria tacos were delicious and the carne asada fries are something I’ll definitely be ordering again. Fs recommend
… moreAnthony Chavez
Man this place is legit, the food was TOP NOTCH, the portions are really good and once again the food was just really flavorful AUTHENTIC and perfectly well done. 10/10 will come back again when I visit.
… moreAreli Lopez
When we arrived the two cashiers were talking and didn’t greet us.
We said hi to them as we approached the register.
They have one screen with the menu on display. Since the cashiers were busy talking, we were trying to read the menu on the screen.
My partner asked if they had menus, so they finally gave us a menu. She didn’t specify they were different menus so he was looking at a breakfast menu and I was looking at a dinner menu.
I would definitely suggest improving their customer service because their service is the only reason I removed two stars.
Plus, the restaurant was empty. There was not one single person there.
When we were ordering our food, she finally told my partner that he had the “wrong menu.”
We ordered 3 Quesabirria tacos, ramen noodles, burrito, and a large pineapple water. She said they would bring it to us.
Our total was a little less than $65.00.
They were so delicious that I went to order more, plus another pineapple water, and I wanted to try the loaded potato. That was around $30.00.
My loaded potato was not good at all and drenched in sour cream.
The Quesabirria tacos are definitely worth a try if you’re in town 🙂
The ramen does not come with the tacos. You have to pay for every taco individually and add the ramen yourself.
… moreWe said hi to them as we approached the register.
They have one screen with the menu on display. Since the cashiers were busy talking, we were trying to read the menu on the screen.
My partner asked if they had menus, so they finally gave us a menu. She didn’t specify they were different menus so he was looking at a breakfast menu and I was looking at a dinner menu.
I would definitely suggest improving their customer service because their service is the only reason I removed two stars.
Plus, the restaurant was empty. There was not one single person there.
When we were ordering our food, she finally told my partner that he had the “wrong menu.”
We ordered 3 Quesabirria tacos, ramen noodles, burrito, and a large pineapple water. She said they would bring it to us.
Our total was a little less than $65.00.
They were so delicious that I went to order more, plus another pineapple water, and I wanted to try the loaded potato. That was around $30.00.
My loaded potato was not good at all and drenched in sour cream.
The Quesabirria tacos are definitely worth a try if you’re in town 🙂
The ramen does not come with the tacos. You have to pay for every taco individually and add the ramen yourself.
Stan Williams
Went with a group of friends for Easter Brunch. This restaurant had a “soft opening” for their Brunch Menu. Walking in this place, it looks like an Asian restaurant, but they definitely serve Mexican dishes. You do have to order up front and they bring your food to you. There was a problem with a couple orders, but they did fix it right away. One of my friends asked for A-1 sauce, but it seemed like they had one bottle for the entire restaurant. They do have high-chairs for the kids and the restrooms were clean.
As for the food, I had the breakfast chilaquiles w/ green sauce. Spectacular! I wished they would put more of the sauce on the dish, didn’t have enough sauce to finish it.
I definitely would come back to try other dishes.
Price: $87 (for 4 people)
… moreAs for the food, I had the breakfast chilaquiles w/ green sauce. Spectacular! I wished they would put more of the sauce on the dish, didn’t have enough sauce to finish it.
I definitely would come back to try other dishes.
Price: $87 (for 4 people)
Erick
I had a very disappointing experience here. As soon as I walked in, they showed me the menu at the front and made me order before I could even sit down — it felt rushed and unwelcoming. After I sat down, no one brought me my soda. I waited, but eventually had to get up and get it myself. The staff was rude and seemed uninterested in providing any kind of service.
To make things worse, the food I received looked nothing like the pictures on their menu or website — not even close. The atmosphere was oddly quiet too, more like a Chinese takeout spot than a lively Mexican restaurant. Overall, it was an uncomfortable and disappointing visit. I won’t be returning.
… moreTo make things worse, the food I received looked nothing like the pictures on their menu or website — not even close. The atmosphere was oddly quiet too, more like a Chinese takeout spot than a lively Mexican restaurant. Overall, it was an uncomfortable and disappointing visit. I won’t be returning.
B0D3GaPrinc3
Amazing service from the moment we entered to when we left, burritos were amazing, price was good for value. The venue is pretty cool, too.
… moreMarco Andrede
The staff at front are cold ☹️ They charge you up front and force a tip No free chips and salsa as is customary, no soda fountain so you have to buy bottles with no refills. Over-priced even for the area, especially without the frills you expect for the prices 60 dollars for 6 Quesadilla 2 ramen and 3 sodas? Jesus.
Food? Meh.
No other costumers, and it’s a big place.
Wished I had read the reviews before coming here.
they need to read this feedback and improve the experience for the costumers
… moreFood? Meh.
No other costumers, and it’s a big place.
Wished I had read the reviews before coming here.
they need to read this feedback and improve the experience for the costumers
Stefano Corno
Aquino’s is clearly located in the bones of a Chinese restaurant past. Conceptually, it’s actually pretty fun. But there is no real attempt at integration — in fact, the whole place feels a little uncomfortable in its own skin, like a hermit crab squatting in a shell that’s much too large for it. The walls are white and undecorated except for a few (admittedly cute) murals, contrasting with the array of colorful tablecloths that inhabit the dining hall. I’m willing to chalk this up to a recent move-in, and hopefully morale will improve.
But generally I try not to weigh atmosphere too highly in my reviews, so let’s discuss the food. I thought it appropriate to try the birria burrito given this is a birrieria, also also ordered a chicken adobo taco.
The taco was quite nice; the chicken was well-spiced and moister than I am used to in chicken tacos. But considering the 3.25$ price tag I was expecting a bit more. What I got is closer to the 2.50$ street tacos that one can find almost anywhere.
The birria burrito was also enjoyable. I don’t claim to be an expert on birria (I’ve scarcely tried it, really) but the meat was pleasantly succulent and not oily. The burrito itself was somewhat greasy but within reason. However the consommé was shockingly flavorless. I expected a bit of a kick from the bright red soup but felt… nothing.
Ultimately, I wouldn’t call the food bad or even mediocre — it was genuinely good! — but in a place where competition for good Mexican food is so stiff it’s hard to say I would directly *recommend* Aquino’s. It’s the type of place I would stop by if I was driving through and was quickly scanning the map for a place to eat.
I do think there is easy room for improvement though. It would feel much more comfortable in a smaller location. There were also some eyerolling Cheetos-based menu items, including a bowl of instant ramen. I guess if the Tik Tok marketing pays off I wouldn’t blame them. Simplifying the menu and not trying so hard would go a long way.
… moreBut generally I try not to weigh atmosphere too highly in my reviews, so let’s discuss the food. I thought it appropriate to try the birria burrito given this is a birrieria, also also ordered a chicken adobo taco.
The taco was quite nice; the chicken was well-spiced and moister than I am used to in chicken tacos. But considering the 3.25$ price tag I was expecting a bit more. What I got is closer to the 2.50$ street tacos that one can find almost anywhere.
The birria burrito was also enjoyable. I don’t claim to be an expert on birria (I’ve scarcely tried it, really) but the meat was pleasantly succulent and not oily. The burrito itself was somewhat greasy but within reason. However the consommé was shockingly flavorless. I expected a bit of a kick from the bright red soup but felt… nothing.
Ultimately, I wouldn’t call the food bad or even mediocre — it was genuinely good! — but in a place where competition for good Mexican food is so stiff it’s hard to say I would directly *recommend* Aquino’s. It’s the type of place I would stop by if I was driving through and was quickly scanning the map for a place to eat.
I do think there is easy room for improvement though. It would feel much more comfortable in a smaller location. There were also some eyerolling Cheetos-based menu items, including a bowl of instant ramen. I guess if the Tik Tok marketing pays off I wouldn’t blame them. Simplifying the menu and not trying so hard would go a long way.
Naiomi Skiles
I’m not a fan of horchata. But they have this strawberry horchata that I’m now addicted to. My son is now addicted too. I’m not going a week without one of these drinks. And I’m not ordering the 20 oz. I’m ordering the 30 oz and drinking it all. Thanks for creating my favorite drink of 2025.
They also have a really good quesobirria taco.
… moreThey also have a really good quesobirria taco.