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Longtime neighborhood nook supplying Mexican specialties for breakfast & lunch in offbeat surrounds.
Hours
| Friday | 6:30 AM–8 PM |
| Saturday | 6:30 AM–2:30 PM |
| Sunday | Closed |
| Monday | 6:30 AM–2:30 PM |
| Tuesday | 6:30 AM–8 PM |
| Wednesday | 6:30 AM–8 PM |
| Thursday | 6:30 AM–8 PM |
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Nopalitos Southwestern Cafe – Sacramento, CA
With only six tables inside plus a few tables outside, this clean, southwestern restaurant is compact. Their food is attractive and delicious and they serve …
Food Menu – Nopalitos Southwestern Cafe
Nopales (tender cactus). $13.95. Scrambled with eggs and served with southwestern potatoes, mild salsa, and tortillas. Cheese and Corn.
Nopalitos Southwestern Cafe (@nopalitos_cafe) · Sacramento, CA
Hey food lovers! Our family-owned spot in Sacramento is ready to serve up delicious Mexican dishes you’ll love. We hope to see you soon!
Reviews
Pink Sapphire
We had the nopales omelette – excellent! It was my dad’s order and what I’ll be ordering next time.
They made me an off-menu plate of scrambled eggs with Chile Colorado. The potatoes were tasty, too – as was the java city coffee. Staff was friendly. My dad said, and I agree: good food, good service, good vibe. Just good! It was our first time there – and we’ll definitely be returning!
… moreThey made me an off-menu plate of scrambled eggs with Chile Colorado. The potatoes were tasty, too – as was the java city coffee. Staff was friendly. My dad said, and I agree: good food, good service, good vibe. Just good! It was our first time there – and we’ll definitely be returning!
Greg Hawkins
⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ 5-Star Review – Nopalitos, East Sacramento
I stopped into Nopalitos for the first time today, and it absolutely will not be my last. This spot is a true East Sac gem.
The dining area is small and cozy, with additional outdoor seating that gives it a relaxed neighborhood feel. You order right at the register, grab your own cream and sugar, and the whole process is simple and quick—perfect for a morning bite.
I had the huevos rancheros, and they were phenomenal—seriously one of the best I’ve had anywhere. The flavors were fresh, balanced, and exactly what you want from a classic dish. The coffee was excellent too, strong and smooth enough to stand on its own.
Overall, Nopalitos is the kind of place that makes you feel at home on your first visit. Great food, great coffee, friendly vibe.
I’ll definitely be back.
… moreI stopped into Nopalitos for the first time today, and it absolutely will not be my last. This spot is a true East Sac gem.
The dining area is small and cozy, with additional outdoor seating that gives it a relaxed neighborhood feel. You order right at the register, grab your own cream and sugar, and the whole process is simple and quick—perfect for a morning bite.
I had the huevos rancheros, and they were phenomenal—seriously one of the best I’ve had anywhere. The flavors were fresh, balanced, and exactly what you want from a classic dish. The coffee was excellent too, strong and smooth enough to stand on its own.
Overall, Nopalitos is the kind of place that makes you feel at home on your first visit. Great food, great coffee, friendly vibe.
I’ll definitely be back.
Robert Sing
First, remember it is a cash only restaurant but well worth the inconvenience. The polenta breakfast is sooooo delicious. The flavor is awesome but the soft polenta is what makes the dish with eggs. I like runny eggs so it is the best; however, it would be equally as good with scrambled hard eggs. The portions are generous and the staff is very friendly. The current owners kept the original dishes so quality has been consistent for years. If you like southwestern, this is the go to place.
… moreNate Ulsh
Came for a lunch during the week. Very cordial and prompt staff to serve customers. Ambiance is good, outdoor seating and clean establishment. Good variety of breakfast and lunch menus. Ordered the chicken tacos on corn tortilla with salad. Decent meal, lots of protein on the taco, good portions. No agua frescas, unfortunately. Great neighborhood staple. Free but limited parking in the plaza. This is a cash only business.
… moreDante L.
When I first went inside, I didn’t see any ‘cash only’ sign anywhere. After ordering my food, I was told that it was cash-only. Besides that, the food was pretty decent.
I ordered the Chile Verde, and it was: a little spicy, the meat was tender (though a little dry), the rice didn’t taste right [to me], the beans were okay, and the portion size was okay for the price [about $15]. On a side note, I also wished there was more pico on top of the Chile Verde. The chips and guacamole, on the other hand, was pretty good!
The guacamole tasted fresh, and there was plenty of lime in it. The chips were salted and weren’t stale-tasting.
Would I recommend this restaurant? I’m not sure. For cash only, I would say no. Then again, I’m part of the population that uses card payments a lot so .
… moreI ordered the Chile Verde, and it was: a little spicy, the meat was tender (though a little dry), the rice didn’t taste right [to me], the beans were okay, and the portion size was okay for the price [about $15]. On a side note, I also wished there was more pico on top of the Chile Verde. The chips and guacamole, on the other hand, was pretty good!
The guacamole tasted fresh, and there was plenty of lime in it. The chips were salted and weren’t stale-tasting.
Would I recommend this restaurant? I’m not sure. For cash only, I would say no. Then again, I’m part of the population that uses card payments a lot so .
Brittany Bartolome
The staff are incredibly warm and welcoming, it’s always such a pleasant experience dining in or taking out. Highlights: breakfast burrito (chorizo) and little cactus special. Don’t forget to grab salsas at their salsa bar!
The breakfast burrito is filling, but not loaded with too many potatoes or beans. I was very happy with the protein:carb ratio and I’m excited to try their veggie one next!
FYI: they DO take credit card now.
… moreThe breakfast burrito is filling, but not loaded with too many potatoes or beans. I was very happy with the protein:carb ratio and I’m excited to try their veggie one next!
FYI: they DO take credit card now.
Dovah Buun
[Updated Review]
I went back! And it was even better this time. I convinced my favorite brunch buddy to switch up our usual haunts for Nopalitos, and I’m pretty sure this is going to quickly become one of our new favorites. We each had the Huevos Rancheros with the house’s homemade chorizo (mine with red sauce and hers with green). What a truly satisfying meal on a cold morning!
We also had the option to sit outside with the heaters today, which is a fun option.
Remember to bring cash.
[Original Review]
This spot has been on my list to try for a while, and I finally had the chance to do so on a particularly cold morning. I enjoyed the Smoked Bacon Scramble with a very fine cup of coffee. Friendly, clean, and the food was perfect for a winter morning.
I’ll be back!
… moreI went back! And it was even better this time. I convinced my favorite brunch buddy to switch up our usual haunts for Nopalitos, and I’m pretty sure this is going to quickly become one of our new favorites. We each had the Huevos Rancheros with the house’s homemade chorizo (mine with red sauce and hers with green). What a truly satisfying meal on a cold morning!
We also had the option to sit outside with the heaters today, which is a fun option.
Remember to bring cash.
[Original Review]
This spot has been on my list to try for a while, and I finally had the chance to do so on a particularly cold morning. I enjoyed the Smoked Bacon Scramble with a very fine cup of coffee. Friendly, clean, and the food was perfect for a winter morning.
I’ll be back!
Charlie Wingo
Small on the outside, small on the inside, HUGE on flavor!
With only six tables inside plus a few tables outside, this clean, southwestern restaurant is compact. Their food is attractive, delicious, and they serve ample portions reasonably priced. It’s an East Sac institution now open evenings and Saturdays. Choose your times to avoid the crowds–its a hit!
… moreWith only six tables inside plus a few tables outside, this clean, southwestern restaurant is compact. Their food is attractive, delicious, and they serve ample portions reasonably priced. It’s an East Sac institution now open evenings and Saturdays. Choose your times to avoid the crowds–its a hit!
bartellj
Cash only! This is a fantastic neighborhood Mexican Café. Everything on the menu is good and priced affordably. The service is great and the staff is really friendly. This is a local café where you will often see regulars, drinking coffee and catching up. A very homey experience I highly suggest getting the Chilaquiles.
… moreNathan Hawkes
Yes. Just yes. This is an amazing local favorite that you might not hear much about. If you’re looking for one of the hidden secrets of Sacramento and food, this is one of them for sure! I love this Mexican food. It’s easy to get to and you have loads of choices in food selection. My favorite is the chorizo breakfast burrito. You can’t go wrong with that. The staff is always so helpful, especially the owner. What a great place to check out. Also, be warned, this is a cash only establishment. Bring the money with you.
… more