Hot Shop

909 San Pablo Ave, Albany
(510) 528-9011

Recent Reviews

Azia Branson

Absolutely delicious food. We've gone several times the last couple of months. Quick and friendly service and delicious every time. I get the teriyaki chicken bowl which I am obsessed with but my husband has tried a couple of burritos and a couple different bowls and has liked them all!

Atmosphere: 3

Food: 5

Service: 5

Dan Killam

Really nice family run place with tasty, satisfying burritos in interesting flavors. Haven't had a bad burrito here yet! Owner is really cool and

Atmosphere: 5

Food: 5

Service: 5

Ariel B

I've been going here for years. Once I discovered their unique flavors I never went anywhere else. Exotic and traditional choices. Made in front of you and always fresh. Try the white sauce with any burrito.

Atmosphere: 4

Food: 5

Service: 5

Recommended dishes: Steak Tropical Burrito Supreme, Lamb Burrito

James M.

Best Steak Quesadilla Ever Gotta get that green sauce Cheaper and Better than Taco Bell

Siddhartha Nag

Order:Lamb Cajun burritoLamb tropical burritoBoth with cheese+sour cream spicy.$29This was fine. I wouldn't describe either as Cajun or tropical, both burritos tasted the same. There was an overwhelming amount of beans and rice, with maybe a tablespoon and a half of very lamb-y lamb. Nothing much else was detected, other than a very rich cream sauce + sour cream and cheese.There wasn't much of anything Cajun nor spicy, it was at best bland and heavy.Burrito was very tightly rolled.Maybe skip the sour cream and cheese if you try this place out.You're gonna get your calories worth, for $13 each, but it'll be mostly carbs with very rich sauce, rice, beans, and tortilla.

Atmosphere: 2

Food: 2

Service: 5

Recommended dishes: Lamb Burrito, Cajun Burrito

glenn y.

I tried the lamb with cheese and sour cream, the Tropical grilled vegetables with cheese and sour cream I also tried the vegetable with cheese and sour cream. The grilled lamb was very good with a nice flavor, succulent and tender meat, I added the red sauce that was sweet and tangy, the Tropical vegetable was okay but was a little bland and was about the same as the regular vegetable. The vegetable s were nicely grilled still firm.

Tasbiha Lat

Quesadilla, burritos, and nachos are great!

Atmosphere: 5

Food: 5

Service: 5

Amira I.

The owner is very friendly and the Chicken Cajun Burrito was amazing! I have been coming here for a while now and have bright many different friends with me, and we all agreed that the secret sauce is amazing!! He adds it to all the burritos and you can add it on the side as well, highly recommend coming here!

Jason C

Very good Cajun burrito!

Atmosphere: 5

Food: 5

Service: 5

Recommended dishes: Cajun Burrito, Steak

Kathleen M.

Amazing lamb tropical burrito. Great hole in the wall store front. Total comfortable seating capacity about 20.

Rosalyn M.

First time trying this place!! Oh it was good and the person who helped me was so kind and generous. I tried the tropical burrito with lamb. Yum!

Daniel Radford

This place is the best in the bay and must be protected at all costs. every time I go there I order two days worth of food.

Atmosphere: 5

Food: 5

Service: 5

Wes Harris

I recently visited Hot Shop Burritos, and I must say, it's a hidden gem that offers a unique fusion of Mediterranean and Mexican flavors. The location, situated on a bustling main intersection, might seem tricky to park, but there's actually a small, free parking lot right next to it.What sets Hot Shop Burritos apart is that their menu isn't massive, but it's all about the quality of their offerings. They specialize in a variety of burritos, around 10 or so, and that's where the magic happens. The combination of Mediterranean and Mexican ingredients in these specialty burritos creates a delightful culinary experience.However, what truly makes this place shine is the exceptional service. The main guy running the show is incredibly kind and warm, making you feel like you've known him for years, even if it's your first visit. He's great with recommendations and, when not too busy, may even let you sample some of their delicious creations.Hot Shop Burritos also offers excellent value for the area. For just $30, you can easily feed two people, which is quite a deal, especially when compared to some of the larger chains like Chipotle.I can confidently say that I'll be making Hot Shop Burritos a regular dining spot. It's a wonderful blend of flavors, friendly service, and affordability that's hard to beat.Parking: Small lot located right next to the building. I believe it is free.

Atmosphere: 4

Food: 5

Service: 5

Recommended dishes: Nachos, Cajun Burrito

Linsi Crain

Delicious gem! Loved the creative burrito and lovely service. Also, so quick!

Atmosphere: 5

Food: 5

Service: 5

Recommended dishes: Cajun Burrito, Chicken Burrito

Jeff A.

A bizarre mix of Mexican and Afghani food that leans more Mexican except the owner's heritage. The owner/chef is something else. Friendly and helpful and genuinely wanting you to enjoy the food. This place should be compared to fast food not a proper sit down Mexican restaurant. Honestly the food was ok. Chipotle is probably better. But his homemade sauces are really excellent and he gave us all three to try. That's kind of what made it. The price is reasonable. Lots of street parking nearby. It's highly unlikely I'll be back in that town but if I ever return I'd go back.

Load More