In the tortilla paradise that characterizes LA‘s south-of-the-border food scene, hungry diners are left with many choices. Somewhere between the crowded gringo-magnet margarita cantinas, and the treasurable family-owned hole in the walls where immigrants are striving to cultivate their native pride, every once in a while we are blessed that true food magic occasionally does happen. Upon this crowded stage of opportunity, Alfredo‘s in Burbank emerges as the real deal. Boasting San Diego style food in Los Angeles, it’s made-to-order fast food constantly delivers quality. An attentive kitchen staff can be seen constantly slicing up fresh meats and vegetables and making their own salsas. The sounds of knives chopping against cutting boards ring like music across the dining tables in the lobby during mornings. Freshly made orders are then promptly and properly assembled while busy customers are often out the door within minutes.Having lived in San Diego myself at various times over the past fifty years, and missing its bountifully meaty burritos, I have learned that San Diego style Mexican food is an “it.” It is a “thing.” And Alfredo's has it. The carne asada is lean and generously stuffed into warm tortillas that ooze with the comfort of home. Their seafood burrito offers chunks of deep-fried fish with cabbage and a creamy sauce that simply confounds the taste buds. Crunchy and soft tacos also headline the menu and can be filled with carnitas and chicken, as well as beef. And the taquitos crunch in heavenly bliss as the warm beef in the center emerges to massage the tongue. Breakfast burritos come with machaca and chorizo steaming inside huge warm tortillas. The machaca is made with real shredded beef marinated in green peppers and onions. The chorizo burritos burst with the spiciness that characterizes this Mexican specialty. Accents include freshly made sauces and servings of spicy carrots marinated and softened in jalapeños and onion juices. Corn chips are freshly homemade, crunchy and mildly salted. Customers more glutinous than I are fond of ordering their chili relleno plates, as well as nacho platters doused in cheese, guacamole, and sour cream. And I constantly see the taco platters that look like large crescent ships bursting with cheese and sour cream while sailing upon seas of rice and beans.Another part of the success of Alfredo's is customer service. Behind the counter often stands Griselda, the quietly charismatic “mama,” whose gentle, affectionate aura subtly intones the connection between serving food and caring for people. She greets her customers with prompt efficiency and sees to it that every detail of every request is fulfilled quickly and supportively, while somehow always keeping her calm among throngs of demanding customers. And Griselda’s example shows in the service of other team members, who are also attentive to patron needs.As a regular, I’ve come to enjoy conversations with other customers that have had similar long-term relationships with Alfredo’s. The longevity of Alfredo’s in LA’s crowded Mexican food scene is testimony enough in itself. The streams of frequent customers and patrons of many ethnic backgrounds are a strong and resounding vote for the quality of this special little gem at the intersection of San Fernando and Burbank Boulevard. Architecturally, the building is shaped half like a taco stand, and half like a restaurant. Perhaps this metaphorically summarizes Alfredo’s special balance between fast food made-to-order and the quality of restaurant food prepared from scratch. And this is part of the magic that makes Alfredo's the “little taco stand that could.” I tell friends from all over the city that whenever they’re in Burbank that they should stop by Alfredo’s for a taste of Mexican comfort. For while there may be some things in life that will occasionally disappoint us - Mexican food never will. And Alfredo's is one of the reasons. Alfredo's is a star in tortilla heaven!
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Super Breakfast Burrito, Rolled Tacos, Asada Burrito, California Burrito, Guacamole, Carnitas, Super Burrito, Chile Verde, Burrito
George Robles
I had the asada fries, 10/10, the red salsa paired perfectly with asada fries. I am not one that takes food to go, for me it's a big plus that they have a outdoor area for dinning. The staff is very friendly and I did not have to wait much for my food. I will go back whenever in the area.
Maria G Flores
I was at the Restaurant today for Lunch and never disappointed. The food still delicious my favorite Super Fries and the burritos are excellent choice. The friendly staff they have is great. The cashier Griselda is a sweet heart always smiling and attentive. The cooks are the best, especially Juan. Thank you all for your excellen job. When you are in the area Burbank stop by you won't be disappointed.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Asada Burrito, Super Fries, Burrito
Jonathan Collados Romero
There is not much atmosphere often but the food is very good I have come many times and the food is always quality...
Atmosphere: 1
Food: 5
Service: 5
Pedrin González
Breakfast burrito to take away,
Food: 4
Service: 4
Daniela Alvarez
Kind and genuine service and great fries!
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Bobby Heasley
I hope whoever owns Alfredo's reads these reviews and understands the food is pretty good - but his staff is really holding this place back and by a lot.They're rude and in no hurry to get anything done and they act like they hate you and don't want to be here.I placed an order over the phone and the guy taking the order couldn't have been more lazy, wouldn't even take the time to tell me what the total $ amount was going to be and when I got there, of course the order was all wrong and I was being overcharged by $25.The lady behind the counter didn't offer an apology or say anything. She just stared at me. The atmosphere @ Alfredo's is so bad, that I can't help but wonder if they spit in the food they're cooking.
Atmosphere: 1
Food: 4
Service: 1
Recommended dishes: Burrito
Monica Campos
Love the California burrito from here. I wasn’t sure what to order one day and this nice lady Griselda recommended it. I was not disappointed!! Great customer service from her!
I usually like this place, but I ordered a chicken burrito from Uber Eats. I ordered my burrito with beans, cheese and sour cream. Didn't get any of that. All I got was just chicken and sauce. I asked for no sauce. The chicken is good, but I wish they put the extra food inside. Guess they didn't read the notes
Kevin Kistler
Terrible, I spent $28. Chile relleno cheese was tough and chewy. Crunchy beef taco meat was dry stringy tough. Carnitas burro meh??!!
Atmosphere: 3
Food: 1
Service: 3
Karla Mancilla
The customer service is mediocre. The few times I have gone I feel like they hate me. I was almost starting to take it personal, but I saw other reviews on what horrible customer service they have. Borderline rude!! I have gone there before and they have allowed me to wash my hands on their sink, but this one literally and plainly said, “no!” Unapologetically! Like, super rude. I felt like throwing my freaking burrito in his face…Ugh!! Last time I go there. Food is not that great, but at least it’s a little cheap. Not worth the price, though.Parking: There is enough, since not a lot of people go there.
Atmosphere: 1
Food: 2
Service: 1
Joseph Vasquez
Good food but very rude obvious dirty looks from employees especially since I spoke in English. They looked miserable and when handed food just bad staring to where I was wondering if they spit in food lol.
Ordered two plates and they ran everything up separately and charged me for extra beans and rice then when I went to change it they said it was the same price but the menu said
In the tortilla paradise that characterizes LA‘s south-of-the-border food scene, hungry diners are left with many choices. Somewhere between the crowded gringo-magnet margarita cantinas, and the treasurable family-owned hole in the walls where immigrants are striving to cultivate their native pride, every once in a while we are blessed that true food magic occasionally does happen. Upon this crowded stage of opportunity, Alfredo‘s in Burbank emerges as the real deal. Boasting San Diego style food in Los Angeles, it’s made-to-order fast food constantly delivers quality. An attentive kitchen staff can be seen constantly slicing up fresh meats and vegetables and making their own salsas. The sounds of knives chopping against cutting boards ring like music across the dining tables in the lobby during mornings. Freshly made orders are then promptly and properly assembled while busy customers are often out the door within minutes.Having lived in San Diego myself at various times over the past fifty years, and missing its bountifully meaty burritos, I have learned that San Diego style Mexican food is an “it.” It is a “thing.” And Alfredo's has it. The carne asada is lean and generously stuffed into warm tortillas that ooze with the comfort of home. Their seafood burrito offers chunks of deep-fried fish with cabbage and a creamy sauce that simply confounds the taste buds. Crunchy and soft tacos also headline the menu and can be filled with carnitas and chicken, as well as beef. And the taquitos crunch in heavenly bliss as the warm beef in the center emerges to massage the tongue. Breakfast burritos come with machaca and chorizo steaming inside huge warm tortillas. The machaca is made with real shredded beef marinated in green peppers and onions. The chorizo burritos burst with the spiciness that characterizes this Mexican specialty. Accents include freshly made sauces and servings of spicy carrots marinated and softened in jalapeños and onion juices. Corn chips are freshly homemade, crunchy and mildly salted. Customers more glutinous than I are fond of ordering their chili relleno plates, as well as nacho platters doused in cheese, guacamole, and sour cream. And I constantly see the taco platters that look like large crescent ships bursting with cheese and sour cream while sailing upon seas of rice and beans.Another part of the success of Alfredo's is customer service. Behind the counter often stands Griselda, the quietly charismatic “mama,” whose gentle, affectionate aura subtly intones the connection between serving food and caring for people. She greets her customers with prompt efficiency and sees to it that every detail of every request is fulfilled quickly and supportively, while somehow always keeping her calm among throngs of demanding customers. And Griselda’s example shows in the service of other team members, who are also attentive to patron needs.As a regular, I’ve come to enjoy conversations with other customers that have had similar long-term relationships with Alfredo’s. The longevity of Alfredo’s in LA’s crowded Mexican food scene is testimony enough in itself. The streams of frequent customers and patrons of many ethnic backgrounds are a strong and resounding vote for the quality of this special little gem at the intersection of San Fernando and Burbank Boulevard. Architecturally, the building is shaped half like a taco stand, and half like a restaurant. Perhaps this metaphorically summarizes Alfredo’s special balance between fast food made-to-order and the quality of restaurant food prepared from scratch. And this is part of the magic that makes Alfredo's the “little taco stand that could.” I tell friends from all over the city that whenever they’re in Burbank that they should stop by Alfredo’s for a taste of Mexican comfort. For while there may be some things in life that will occasionally disappoint us - Mexican food never will. And Alfredo's is one of the reasons. Alfredo's is a star in tortilla heaven!
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Super Breakfast Burrito, Rolled Tacos, Asada Burrito, California Burrito, Guacamole, Carnitas, Super Burrito, Chile Verde, Burrito
I had the asada fries, 10/10, the red salsa paired perfectly with asada fries. I am not one that takes food to go, for me it's a big plus that they have a outdoor area for dinning. The staff is very friendly and I did not have to wait much for my food. I will go back whenever in the area.
I was at the Restaurant today for Lunch and never disappointed. The food still delicious my favorite Super Fries and the burritos are excellent choice. The friendly staff they have is great. The cashier Griselda is a sweet heart always smiling and attentive. The cooks are the best, especially Juan. Thank you all for your excellen job. When you are in the area Burbank stop by you won't be disappointed.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Asada Burrito, Super Fries, Burrito
There is not much atmosphere often but the food is very good I have come many times and the food is always quality...
Atmosphere: 1
Food: 5
Service: 5
Breakfast burrito to take away,
Food: 4
Service: 4
Kind and genuine service and great fries!
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
I hope whoever owns Alfredo's reads these reviews and understands the food is pretty good - but his staff is really holding this place back and by a lot.They're rude and in no hurry to get anything done and they act like they hate you and don't want to be here.I placed an order over the phone and the guy taking the order couldn't have been more lazy, wouldn't even take the time to tell me what the total $ amount was going to be and when I got there, of course the order was all wrong and I was being overcharged by $25.The lady behind the counter didn't offer an apology or say anything. She just stared at me. The atmosphere @ Alfredo's is so bad, that I can't help but wonder if they spit in the food they're cooking.
Atmosphere: 1
Food: 4
Service: 1
Recommended dishes: Burrito
Love the California burrito from here. I wasn’t sure what to order one day and this nice lady Griselda recommended it. I was not disappointed!! Great customer service from her!
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: California Burrito
Great good and very friendly staff ?
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Great food and friendly staff ?
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
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I usually like this place, but I ordered a chicken burrito from Uber Eats. I ordered my burrito with beans, cheese and sour cream. Didn't get any of that. All I got was just chicken and sauce. I asked for no sauce. The chicken is good, but I wish they put the extra food inside. Guess they didn't read the notes
Terrible, I spent $28. Chile relleno cheese was tough and chewy. Crunchy beef taco meat was dry stringy tough. Carnitas burro meh??!!
Atmosphere: 3
Food: 1
Service: 3
The customer service is mediocre. The few times I have gone I feel like they hate me. I was almost starting to take it personal, but I saw other reviews on what horrible customer service they have. Borderline rude!! I have gone there before and they have allowed me to wash my hands on their sink, but this one literally and plainly said, “no!” Unapologetically! Like, super rude. I felt like throwing my freaking burrito in his face…Ugh!! Last time I go there. Food is not that great, but at least it’s a little cheap. Not worth the price, though.Parking: There is enough, since not a lot of people go there.
Atmosphere: 1
Food: 2
Service: 1
Good food but very rude obvious dirty looks from employees especially since I spoke in English. They looked miserable and when handed food just bad staring to where I was wondering if they spit in food lol.
Atmosphere: 1
Food: 4
Service: 1
Recommended dishes: Carne Asada Fries, Carnitas Plate
Ordered two plates and they ran everything up separately and charged me for extra beans and rice then when I went to change it they said it was the same price but the menu said
Atmosphere: 3
Food: 3
Service: 1