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What Ofelia Gutiérrez doesn't like about El Jacalito:
My husband and I visited this restaurant very often but we moved out of state. Recently we came back to California to visit and decided to visit this restaurant. Boy, were we so disappointed! The prices are so ridiculous that it makes me think that they are taking advantage of the whole pandemic situation! I understand that prices are rising in California but this was ridiculous! We didn't even dine there, we just le... View all feedback.
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I went there with see friends and enjoyed a good lunch, except there was work going on the ceiling and it sprinkled some water on some plates. Manager did not c...
read moreFamily favorite have been going there for the last 7 years. Great service, courteous waiters and short wait times.
The food is absolutely home style. Simply delicious!!
You need to try the lengua en chile verde plate, al pastor sopes and the enchiladas verdes with chickenthe best in the SGV!!! Ohhh and the aguas frescas
The sopes are to die for. The masa is cooked so delicately its like a Mexican funnel cake with your favorite meat. Bomb!! Oh and the agua de piña
This family-owned restaurant in El Monte offers a mix of reviews, with some praising the authentic Mexican flavors and homemade taste of the food while others express disappointment in the quality and pricing. The buffet seems to be hit or miss, with some diners enjoying the home-cooked feel of the food while others find it lacking in flavor. The menudo seems to be a standout dish for many, receiving high praise for its taste. Overall, it appears that the restaurant's charm lies in its traditional Mexican fare and friendly service, making it a popular choice for those seeking an authentic dining experience.
Enjoyed the Sunday buffet. The spread was great with plenty of traditional Mexican dishes and desserts.Food: 5/5
Went in for the weekend brunch buffet and it was super delicious. Taste like home cooked. It was my first time there and can't wait to go back. The staff was ve...
read moreThe buffet is so good !! Yummy homemade food and the customer service is wonderful. Definitivamente try this place you won’t regret it.
Amazing food , great service. Quiet, clean and friendly.
My husband and I visited this restaurant very often but we moved out of state. Recently we came back to California to visit and decided to visit this restaurant...
read moreI went with seeing friends and enjoyed a good lunch, except there was work on the ceiling and there burst some water on some plates. The manager didn't load the...
read moreIt's been 2 years since I last came to this restaurant. I had the Caldo de Res. It had a good flavor. The soup had a decent color, unlike other restaurants that...
read moreFood was amazing! Everything tasted home made and authentic. My wife is very picky with her Mexican food and she loved her Camaron Enchiladas. I had the Chile v...
read moreThis buffet is better then any other buffet i been to just like moms home made food mexican food ....???
Did you come here for dinner with my husband and two children? we all loved our food! From the outside it doesn't look so great, but the service was great! We'l...
read moreOmfg the best fish tacos around fo shizzle! I still have yet to try anything else on the menu because I can't stop grubbin on them halibut fish
Homemadr tortillas salsa a little on the hot side bit plenty of flavor the chips were nice amd warm the burrito wasnt soggy .If ypir im the area i highly
This is one of my favorite breakfast places close to home.
Very good menudo on weekends and family type relationship we will be going back often for great food
Very great I loved it. The people were very nice and the food was amazing. I recommend going here for it was amazing. The atmosphere was calm and relaxing.
Food was excellent. I had the wet burrito and my wife had the taquitos plate. Service was excellent and the Owner was very friendly. Definitely coming back to t...
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