Sara Hellstrom
Hidden gem next to the Laurel Inn, we’re so glad we checked it out! Not sure what some of the older reviews were about, but we had excellent service – they were quick, kind, and anticipatory of our needs (to go boxes and check timing). The food exceeded expectations from the delicate broth and tender crab and fish in the 7 Mares soup to the deliciously garlicky camarones platillo and refreshing aquachile. Even the chips and salsa were yummy with assorted hot sauces at the table for more kick. We didn’t stay for karaoke, but right around 7pm, the restaurant got a little pep in its step setting up for a musical Saturday night. We’ll definitely come back next time we’re in the area!
… moreSharon Powers
It was late and since my husband and I hadn’t had dinner, yet, we decided to try this little taqueria, close to our hotel. When we went in, I almost immediately left; the sound was so loud, it was hurting my ears. Karaoke night.
But I was hungry. We ordered, got our drinks and, soon had chips and salsa–the best thing there. I got nachos, my husband got carne asada. The food was adequate, not great. Everything needed salt. The rice was sub par compared to other Mexican restaurants.
The decor was ocean themed, and appeared fairly clean throughout. I don’t know about the restroom, because I didn’t use their facilities. Handicapped persons could probably be accommodated, and handicapped parking was available, outside.
Prices were reasonable. Even so, I doubt I would come back here, again.
… moreJorge Hernandez
Food was really good. Service was lacking. Will visit again to see if service has improved. Could be that is a brand new restaurant.
… moreCorey Bellfaust
The best part of living in Salinas is all the amazing Mexican Restaurants. There is no shortage of excellent Mexican food here. That being said, don’t ignore your customers. One other person sitting at the bar, and maybe 5 people sitting at booths.
I really wanted to try the food here, but the one thing I can’t stand is being ignored. Maybe I was on the wrong side of the tracks, maybe I wasn’t Mexican enough, maybe my broken Spanish sucked. Whatever the issue was, I will never be going here again and I will make sure to tell everyone not to go here.
There are plenty of other restaurants in Salinas that are friendly and are happy to take my money.
… moreI
I had a truly disappointing experience at this taqueria. Despite being a paying customer, I felt completely ignored and neglected. It was evident that the staff only cared about catering to their family members who were present, leaving other customers like myself feeling like second-class citizens. I waited far too long for any attention, only to watch as they doted on their relatives, neglecting other tables. The service was unprofessional and downright rude. It’s unacceptable to prioritize personal connections over serving all customers equally. I won’t be returning and wouldn’t recommend this place to anyone looking for decent service or respect as a paying customer.
… morekaren lopez rdz
I came in today to eat with some friends and 2 children. The server did not bring the menus or said I’ll be with you guys in a bit. We were sitting there for a while wondering who was going to help us. I got up and asked for the menus. The server got one of my friend’s drink and was leaving without taking all of our drinks. I said we are all ready if you could please take all of the drinks please. I ordered 1/2 a dozen of oysters 2 horchatas and a lemonade the sever left and came back saying we don’t have those oysters anymore only the 3- 6 and 8 and I said yes 1/2 a dozen is the 6 so i didn’t understand her question and she got upset because I said 1/2 a dozen is 6. She left mad and got the drinks exempt for the lemonade once again we were sitting here wondering about the lemonade and we asked about the lemonade after 6 min of waiting and she came mad to the table and said we don’t have lemonade if you see the menu you can see that we don’t have it. I said okay thank you but you could have said that when we ordered it. But okay and at this point shes all mad and said if you don’t like the service you all can go ahead and leave or i can get my aunt so you can complain so yeah we paid the drinks and left. I was not going to argue with her. The food here is great but the server was rude to us. My friends, family and myself will not come here again until their service improves. Thank you.
… moreAstro NumberNine
This place is excellent. I’m African American, and the pride they have for one another is beautiful. The food is great, the service is great and the in Spanish is awesome. Everyone can sing. I come here every time I’m in town. I work for South Bay Moving Systems.
I’m adding on to my last review. I’m so happy to have met the people who run this beautiful place. I’ve been here 51/11 times, and the excellence hasn’t changed.
Salute!
… moreFernando Aguilar
The place looks great food is good but waiting time and the waiter’s are bad service bad attitude first time here n maybe last
… moreRefugio Anguiano
Food was good needs a little help on Service .
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