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Basic set-up for traditional Mexican street eats with handmade tortillas served at a counter.
Hours
| Friday | 9:30 AM–6 PM |
| Saturday | 7:30 AM–6 PM |
| Sunday | 7:30 AM–6 PM |
| Monday | Closed |
| Tuesday | 9:30 AM–6 PM |
| Wednesday | 9:30 AM–6 PM |
| Thursday | 9:30 AM–6 PM |
Address and Contact Information
Address: 124 E 5th St, Oxnard, CA 93030
Phone: (805) 290-8794
Website: http://www.facebook.com/CarnitasElReyestilomichoacan
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Reviews
K Lee
Largest carnitas taco EVER. Cut rt in front of you when u order, the pork is moist and succulent on its own and even better with the salsa bar accompaniments. Great service and chill atmosphere. Super value for one of the tastiest authentic carnitas we’ve had.
… moreA805
My left overs ,almost finished very , delicious. Live close by saviers but ,come all the way over here for the best Carnitas in town.
… moreVictor Rodriguez
To begin with, the food was really good, I got two burritos and two tacos, and let me tell you that they are not stingy with the meat. This was the first time going there and only went there because it was close to our yard, I will definitely be going back.
… moreLisa Dehart
Friendly staff and amazing carnitas. We ordered the 1 pound family deal. That is more than enough for 2 to 3 people. The homemade corn tortillas were soft, thin and large. Delicious. The Mixta carnitas had cueritos and buche, also delicious. They serve Jarritos and mexican Coke. The salsa Roja was sweet and slightly spicy.the pico de gallo was yummy. The combo has rice and frijoles de hoya. These are authentic Michoacan carnitas .
… moreAnkit Goyal (Ak)
The best food place In Oxnard taste wise and cost wise.
I recommend adding a lot of lemon to your tacos.
Also try the Taco which only has the cheeks meat in it, i personally think they are better than the tacos which have the skin, cheeks and meat mixed.
… moreI recommend adding a lot of lemon to your tacos.
Also try the Taco which only has the cheeks meat in it, i personally think they are better than the tacos which have the skin, cheeks and meat mixed.
Aaron DeHart
This place is all about the carnitas. And the homemade tortillas, salsas, fresh beans and rice. Tasty and the staff are friendly and helpful.
Jarritos and Mexican coke, and a few other options for beverages. A vending machine inside in case you want some chips or different beverage. Will be back next time I’m rolling thru Ventura
… moreJarritos and Mexican coke, and a few other options for beverages. A vending machine inside in case you want some chips or different beverage. Will be back next time I’m rolling thru Ventura
Jesse Moncada
Quick and efficient service. Small menu but they provide quality, which is always good. I like the family business and I hope they do good and opening another location. A lot of locals walk in and enjoy their food. Enough tables to eat and also the salsa bar is really nice. You cannot beat the price and 1 taco for $2.50 + tax is worth it, because they have homemade tacos that are the size of a burrito. If you like to take out, no problem and also they provide meat to sell by the pound $8.99+tax.
Provecho! (enjoy)
… moreProvecho! (enjoy)
Lisa Lee
Great and fast service. The carnitas, chicharrón, and innards area are slow roasted and falls apart. The corn tortilla and salsa are homemade. Had the 1 lb. family meal.
… moreRichard Kim
fresh made flour tortilla with loaded tasty carnitas! what is there not to like?
the service is quick and friendly with clean restaurant. I’ll definitely be back
… morethe service is quick and friendly with clean restaurant. I’ll definitely be back
Jeffrey Alvarez
Best Carnitas around. I have always loved carnitas though it is very hard to find good carnitas. The taste is definitely key but the meats and the different types are key. Personally, I like them to include a good amount of fat not just the meaty stuff as I find it dry otherwise. If I must say, I’d say that I like Michoacán-Style carnitas which appears to include cuero and buche. I am sure there are other differences. Luckily for us, they will ask you what you want included and the ratios. I get everything except the buche and like a 60/40 carnitas and cuero ratio. As far as the experience, I have been here a couple of times with my wife whom is not a big fan of the carnitas because of how fatty they can be but she likes them here so that gives you an insight into how good they are. We came today and we took 2 lbs ($11.99/lbs) to go and as always, they are delicious.
Came at around 9:30 in the morning and they were already pretty busy for being and the fact that they only sell carnitas with limited options for eating them, tells you how good it must be.
Plenty of people eating inside and many more standing on line waiting to be helped. Yes, you have to order upfront but they’re fast. They don’t have many options; basically carnitas by themselves (add an order of tortillas and you can make yourself tacos with as much carnitas as you want). You can get them with rice and/or beans, or tacos already made and I believe they now serve burritos. I can’t say everything is good (rice, beans, salsas and tortillas) because they don’t standout except for their tortillas which are big and handmade. You have to pay for them (unless you get the tacos) separately but considering how good they are, it is worth the extra cost. Overall, I’d say it is a little pricey but totally worth it. I do have a complaint since you have to pay for their salsas…at least to go and i find the cost expensive. I believe the salsa is part of the Michoacán-Style carnitas, I personally don’t care for it so I probably won’t keep buying them.
If I recall correctly, the salsa bar is available for free if eating inside but to pay for it to go? Come on, if anything I’d say salsa should be limited but free based on what you order.
I’d totally recommend this place though they should look into serving beer. The only better place, I’d recommend a place in Baja California (Rosarito Area) that I recently found on one of our last trips otherwise this place is your place.
Realistically, no one is driving hours just for food so I am super glad we found this place and only half hour away. If you know better ones, let me know and we might be willing to drive there to try them out.
… moreCame at around 9:30 in the morning and they were already pretty busy for being and the fact that they only sell carnitas with limited options for eating them, tells you how good it must be.
Plenty of people eating inside and many more standing on line waiting to be helped. Yes, you have to order upfront but they’re fast. They don’t have many options; basically carnitas by themselves (add an order of tortillas and you can make yourself tacos with as much carnitas as you want). You can get them with rice and/or beans, or tacos already made and I believe they now serve burritos. I can’t say everything is good (rice, beans, salsas and tortillas) because they don’t standout except for their tortillas which are big and handmade. You have to pay for them (unless you get the tacos) separately but considering how good they are, it is worth the extra cost. Overall, I’d say it is a little pricey but totally worth it. I do have a complaint since you have to pay for their salsas…at least to go and i find the cost expensive. I believe the salsa is part of the Michoacán-Style carnitas, I personally don’t care for it so I probably won’t keep buying them.
If I recall correctly, the salsa bar is available for free if eating inside but to pay for it to go? Come on, if anything I’d say salsa should be limited but free based on what you order.
I’d totally recommend this place though they should look into serving beer. The only better place, I’d recommend a place in Baja California (Rosarito Area) that I recently found on one of our last trips otherwise this place is your place.
Realistically, no one is driving hours just for food so I am super glad we found this place and only half hour away. If you know better ones, let me know and we might be willing to drive there to try them out.