Reviews

Overall Total Score
3.5 out of 5
Very good | 395 reviews

What C C doesn't like about Gala Mexican:
The owner of this restaurant is extremely unpleasant and confrontational. He was aggressive, threatening, and rude towards me, even going as far as to take off his jacket and try to start a fight. It's clear that this business will not succeed with such behavior. All the one-star reviews are completely justified. I understand why people are dissatisfied. Please leave San Rafael, we do not want or need you or your sub... View all feedback. What Jocelyne C likes about Gala Mexican:
I would give this restaurant more than 5 stars if I could! The restaurant is under new ownership, and I made the drive all the way from Hayward for the second weekend in a row. The staff is super friendly, the food came out quickly and you could tell it was all fresh. My favorite Mexican restaurant by far! I ordered menudo, my boyfriend got nachos de al pastor, and the kids got nachos and more menudo. The hand-made t... View all feedback.

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Restaurantji
3.0 ★ from 8 reviews
Jocelyne
07.03.2024 - 09:05

I would give this restaurant more than 5 stars if I could! The restaurant is under new ownership, and I made the drive all the way from Hayward for the second w...

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Sergio
07.03.2024 - 09:05

I decided to give this restaurant another try after a disappointing meal on our last visit. I noticed that there is a new owner with much improved food. I order...

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C
07.03.2024 - 09:05

The owner of this restaurant is extremely unpleasant and confrontational. He was aggressive, threatening, and rude towards me, even going as far as to take off...

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Jack
07.03.2024 - 09:05

I wish I read the other review first...too expensive, stingy with salsa and napkins for a to go order...a bland $15.30 burrito shrimp) ...the former owner's res...

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Lori
07.03.2024 - 09:05

Poor customer service. The food was plain and not seasoned at all. Ask for extra salsa because you're going to need it. This place was overpriced for the qualit...

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In a recent dining experience at a local restaurant, feedback has been mixed. While some patrons lamented the lack of flavor in dishes like shrimp soup and tacos, with complaints about the owner's confrontational demeanor, others praised the establishment's new management. Recent visitors highlighted improved food quality, friendly service, and a welcoming atmosphere, noting that homemade tortillas and generous portions elevated their meals. Despite the contrasting opinions, it seems the restaurant is undergoing a transformation, with some eager to embrace the changes while others express nostalgia for the previous management. Overall, the journey of this restaurant continues to unfold.

Menu
3.3 ★ from 3 reviews
Hayden
25.06.2022 - 08:59

We ordered a shrimp soup that was lacking in flavor and had green bell peppers that overwhelmed the dish. The tacos were bland and unappealing. The shrimp cockt...

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Παυλίνα
25.06.2022 - 08:59

This place comes highly recommended by Rigoberto Muñoz on Facebook. The service is excellent and they have a great reputation for perfectly roasting their food.

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Jonathon
25.06.2022 - 08:59

I have been coming to this restaurant since 2001 or 2002, and it has always been delicious! The staff are always friendly and welcoming.

Doordash
4.3 ★ from 384 reviews

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