El Mexicano has been a favorite of ours for the past few months. Unfortunately, when we went tonight the salsa (even as someone who likes vindaloo) was too spicy. As usual, we ordered three tacos each: a carne asada, al pastor, and carnitas. Lauren ordered chicken as well. We will each tackle a taco to review.
Los Mexicanos Deli (Sign says El Mexicano)
779 23rd St, Richmond, CA 94804
https://meseras.com/menu-el-mexicano-deli
Lauren (Al Pastor):
This is my typical fare from El Mexicano. It is usually a bit more pineapple centric, this time it was too sweet and full of sauce. Although I haven’t tried all of the al pastor tacos in Richmond, this is my favorite so far, as it is not dry and the sauce is flavorful. We gave this taco a 3.79/5.
Simon (Carne Asada):
I don’t normally order the carne asada tacos, but in the spirit of trying all the tacos they have to offer (that don’t contain cheeks, brains or tongues) I ordered these. While they were better than most carne asada tacos, I still found them a little lacking on the flavor side and needed a little more umph. The toppings were not super exciting, just cilantro and onion, and the salsa was extremely spicy. Overall, still a solid taco with good value. 3.77/5.
Lisa (Carnitas):
I saved my carnitas taco for last because it is usually my favorite. But, because the salsa on all the tacos was so hot, I’m not sure how much I actually tasted of the carnitas. I was still able to parse out some good flavors, but it was a bit greasy and should have been crispier. This taco rated slightly higher than the rest at 3.83/5.
Prep area is right in front of the dining area providing a good view of your food being made
Mouthwatering view of the taco prep
Menu
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779 23rd St, Richmond, CA 94804
https://meseras.com/menu-el-mexicano-deli
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This is my typical fare from El Mexicano. It is usually a bit more pineapple centric, this time it was too sweet and full of sauce. Although I haven’t tried all of the al pastor tacos in Richmond, this is my favorite so far, as it is not dry and the sauce is flavorful. We gave this taco a 3.79/5.
Simon (Carne Asada):
I don’t normally order the carne asada tacos, but in the spirit of trying all the tacos they have to offer (that don’t contain cheeks, brains or tongues) I ordered these. While they were better than most carne asada tacos, I still found them a little lacking on the flavor side and needed a little more umph. The toppings were not super exciting, just cilantro and onion, and the salsa was extremely spicy. Overall, still a solid taco with good value. 3.77/5.
Lisa (Carnitas):
I saved my carnitas taco for last because it is usually my favorite. But, because the salsa on all the tacos was so hot, I’m not sure how much I actually tasted of the carnitas. I was still able to parse out some good flavors, but it was a bit greasy and should have been crispier. This taco rated slightly higher than the rest at 3.83/5.
Prep area is right in front of the dining area providing a good view of your food being made
Mouthwatering view of the taco prep
Menu
Requisite candy, toy, and gumball machines
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