Caliente Southwest Grill inside Northside Cafe

22017 Bushard St, Huntington Beach
(949) 515-0909

Recent Reviews

Nickey Flores

I ordered the fish taco plate w rice and it had no taste. I add to add limes and tapatio. The only thing that had flavor was the sweet corn that's it. I paid $20 for bland food.

Atmosphere: 2

Food: 1

Service: 2

Eric Jensen

Hidden gem.

Atmosphere: 5

Food: 5

Service: 5

Frank Lee

My recent visit to the Mexican restaurant was a pleasant one. The atmosphere was lively, and the service was attentive. The menu had a good variety of Mexican dishes, and I particularly enjoyed the burrito, which was flavorful and filling. I'm giving it 4 stars because, while it was a great meal, there's always room for a little more improvement. I'd definitely return for another burrito and the overall enjoyable experience.

Recommended dishes: Caesar Salad, Fiesta Burrito Bowls

James Reiss

I live around the corner, driven by this place for years. So on a quest to try and support more of my local eateries, I've neglected giving this, among others a shot. I finally decided to try it a couple weeks ago and what excellent food this place has!The food is unbelievably fresh and tastes great. Might even give Las Barcas a run for their money. Certainly for breakfast.Menu is smaller I guess, but is diverse for what you want to try and everything is delicious with it's choice of ingredients. Coffee they make is super good too!A lot to be said about the interior too. I really like the vibe and aesthetic all around. Especially for locals.Looks small outside, but rather spacious inside. Lots of comfortable seating in and on the patio. You can even sit at a working Ms. Pac-Man cocktail cabinet.They do have other To-Go menu items, i.e. muffins as well if you're in a hurry. Though, I've never had to wait much more then a few mins for an order.Lastly, staff has been super friendly and happy to help whenever I've come in. Couldn't ask for better service.Have been back multiple times since introducing it to friends and family, all having highly positive experiences.

Atmosphere: 5

Food: 5

Service: 5

Recommended dishes: Shrimp Taco

Mr. b_doe

Great food / great service / great coffee.Love this place !

Johnny Pagnini

Coffee shop is legit. Great environment, amazing customer service and awesome food.

Diane Restrepo

Always delicious and an incredible amount of food. You won’t leave hungry. Great service!

Sharona M.

I have always passed by and so we decided to finally give it a shot. For starters, the employees are super chill and really nice. They have a decently large menu for a rather small space. We both ordered a Hacienda Black Bean Salad with extra chicken. It was HUGE. I could not finish it. They really do not skimp out. Way better than going to Chipotle. They have much better portions. The flavor was absolutely amazing. I love the mushrooms and chicken together. They are in this super tasty sauce. The salad was super filling and I would return just for that. There is a small indoor seating area, and a couple of spots outside. The staff keeps the tables clean for everyone that comes by. I highly recommend checking this place out. You will leave with a happy tummy too.

ilma

Tex Mex implies *flavor* and this place has none. Fish taco was crispy and edible. That's about it

Jaclyn M.

Ordered the Blue Moon salad online. Added steak per recommendations from another yelpers review. The blue cheese seemed like a feta mix but the flavors were good.

Beak Davis

I've been coming here for 20 years. I fell in love with their carnitas back around the turn of the century! ?? I still love it today! The food and service is always outstanding!

Atmosphere: 3

Food: 4

Service: 4

Beanie

Tex Mex implies *flavor* and this place has none. Fish taco was crispy and edible. That's about it

Paula H.

OK with an area that has a plethora of Mexican food restaurants this one is your best bet the food is consistently delicious authentic and what makes it the best is the owner and the people she hires to work for her are fantastic always in a good mood always going the extra mile excellent customer service I just wanted to reach out and say thank you so much for breakfast lunch and dinner will be seeing more of you thank you!!

Johanna M.

Tostada Salad was really Soggy. Steak was great. For $16.00 was a let down. Not gonna get this next time ‍

Cindy H

Their food is fantastic! My faves are the Blue Moon salad with chicken, the beef and chicken flautas, the cheese enchiladas and of course the sweet corn cakes! Fast, friendly service, very clean and fresh food! You won't feel guilty treating yourself to this home style Mexican food!

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Caliente Southwest Grill inside Northside Cafe

22017 Bushard St, Huntington Beach, CA 92646
(949) 515-0909