Restaurants near Guadalupe

“El Tapatio is a very special place indeed, and just a hop, skip, and a jump from the bigger, Central California city of Santa Maria. The fun begins when you enter and see a colorful, festive, happy place with a giant, old juke box that sits quietly at the entry, and vibrant Mexican music oom pa pa' ing loudly from the open galley kitchen. But best of all, it's the delicious smells that greet your descriminating nose. Eddie and Mimi, the dedicated, friendly owners/husband and wife team, are very proud of their little diner, as well they should be. This little cafe has been in the family since 1988, handed down from father to son in 2018. They don't take shortcuts. Each morning starts with a trip to the local market for fresh produce. And living in Guadalupe puts you right at the center of some of the finest, vast agricultural heartland you could imagine in California. It doesn't get any better for quality. Our eyes got bigger and bigger as the food rolled out. The first thing on my agenda before ordering had been to sample the chile verde sauce. It was a bright, lightly herbal tomatillo sauce with chunks of the juiciest pork I could hope for. I knew immediately things were heading in the right direction, so I ordered a chile verde enchilada. But I wanted to make this a combo because I could not resist trying the chile relleno either. The Chile Relleno was magnificent. Eddie starts with a cheese-stuffed, monster-sized pasilla chile and a delicate batter. He lightly cooks it so that platter-sized pasilla is still slightly crunchy. His salsa for the chile is homemade, made of sauteed, fresh tomatoes and onion. Wonderful, not greasy. Mr. B had eyes only for the Camarones Mojo de Ajo. What arrived at our table was a huge platter, half of it filled with medium shrimp in a generous butter garlic sauce cooked to perfection. As if the entrees were not enough to bring tears of joy to our eyes, the sides of beans and rice were superb as well. And I have to mention that the complimentary corn chips and salsas brought to our table when we sat down were our first clue that we were in for something special. Two small bowls of dip arrived, one containing their rich, authentic refried beans topped with a drizzle of verde sauce and melted white cheese, the other was a vibrant cilantro avocado sauce with a slightly spicy tang. The tortilla chips were freshly fried...they make their own. Mimi assured us that nothing is pre-made nor popped in a microwave here. There is no microwave. Easily verified, tasting was the final proof. This will be a regular stop for us when we pass through. Just make sure they are open that day. Don't waste your time in Santa Maria. I challenge you to find better, home-style Mexican cuisine than here.”

“At The Guadalupe Social Club Again And Having Some Beer And A Carne Asada Pizza From Mexi-Forno Pizza..!!! We Were Here The Last Time And To Our Surprise The 16th. Of September Parade Is Going On..!!! We Got Our Pizza Quickly And Beers Awesome Tastes Like Grapefruit..!! Mexican Music Is Playing And Waiting For The Parade To Start..!! Drinking Some Awesome Beer....!!!”

“Incredibly kind owners that tipped me off about fresh pumpkin empanadas about to come out of the oven. The best I've ever had! Worth a stop for anyone traveling up/down the coast.”

“Really really really good. I love coming here to eat and for take out. My wife always gets the nachos with fresh pico and I'll generally stick to a burrito. I attached a photo of my finished burrito (was planning on taking a picture of it before but it looked and tasted so good that I ate it all before remembering to snap a quick pic)”

“At King Falafels In Guadalupe, CA . Been Awhile But We Just Spent 6 Hours On The Road From San Bernardino, CA And Still Have About 2 More Hours Till We Get Home To The City Of KING..!! But Stopped To See My Mom, And Brother. And We Are HANGRY..!!! Got Two Queen Burgers With Cheese, An Order Of French Fries To Share, And Two Jarritos To Wash It All Down.”

“I make it a priority to go to La Simpatia whenever I'm in town. The tamales are awesome, the beans are the best anywhere and the tacos are the same as I've been eating my whole life. This is the best authentic Mexican food. Can't wait to go back next time I visit.”

“Not the place for tamales. There was just a thin stripe of meat. Those were not good but the quesa birria was sooooo delicious! The Jamaica was good too. Just get the tacos and you’ll be happy. Will ”

“When I go out for Mexican food I drive 15 minutes out of town to Nardos. The food is homemade and home style. The food is like visiting your grandmothers kitchen, clean, cozy and the food prepared with care. We ordered Albóndiga soup and Machaca breakfast with fresh handmade corn tortillas. The owner and her staff prepare everything with attention to detail. I always enjoy my fresh homestyle meals at Nardos. February 13, 2024”

“Went to J's on a date got three different appetizers which were all delicious and split the chicken adobo wow it reminded me of my early high school days with my friends from the Philippines”

“Although it's a small bakery, their food is full of flavor!I recommend getting their Bolillo with the cheese & jalapeño filling. I took a couple of these home and made some tortas with Eggs & Chorizo. Don't forget to grab a cup of Champurrado on the way out, but I recommend getting it the earliest in the morning as possible to ensure its quality/freshness”

“Best pizza in Guadalupe and surrounding area. I've been ordering from them for years. My kids love the pizzaKid-friendliness: They have a few arcade machines and a air hockey table kids love it”

“It calls itself a "deli" but it's really just a local -mom-and-pop shop that sells coffee, donuts, sandwiches and some other basics. And there's nothing wrong with that. I was In town for work so I stopped by for a Sandwich. The woman was welcoming and attentive, quick-working with the previous customer and started making my Sandwhich on the spot. The sandwiches are basic, but solid. They have that "the way your mom used to make them" quality. But they're also not very expensive because they know the kind of working class people that make up the community. The fresh squeezed lemonade tasted exactly like that and it was very satisfying. All-in all it's a small locally owned shop that works efficiently, covers the basics and its inexpensive so I might try them again when I come back into town.”

“Small coffee shop with great vibe, cafe food and coffee. ☕Small town friendly service. Taking their time to say good morning and talk with you about your work or family. Fair prices. Clean and modern interior with extra space outside for a nice relaxing time on beautiful days which Guadalupe has many (though windy at times).More shops like this would go far to modernize the main road for the city. Well done. ?”

“So we bought some tamales down in orange county that were supposed to be terrific. Had them today and had way too much masa. So I bought some from Cafe Padre, all Carnitas. We tried a couple of those my husband and I and they were pretty good. Just the right amount of spice. I would've liked a little bit more meat, but they were sure better than the other ones.”

“The goat birria is the same as the one from my valley in Santiago. I recommend the home made tortillas, very good. Thank you countrymen for good and traditional Puero Guanajuato food.”

“Great food, Great People. I've been going here for about a year now, and have never been disappointed. I even have friends who've driven from Visalia just to get more Panda Stick. My personal favorite is the BBQ Pork. Would recommend going around 11:10 when the pork is fresh out of the cooker.”

“We ordered two Combo meals. Love this hidden treasure of a Super Subway's. The staff greeted everyone with a big smile. That's when you know they like working at this Subway's. Love the Bread”

“Deltina formerly Quintessa.Is the best coffee in the central coast hands down.I loved coming in and getting my Large white mocha back when I lived here.They use dark roast for their espresso so it is always much more bold flavor wise than a medium roast or light for that matter.Loved the staff and the owner jack was always super kind and explained to me the entire roasting process which they do in house BTW.”

“My third year coming to Oceano and staying for a week. Loved Pier St Deli so much this year that we ate here 3 out of 6 days. Love love love the shrimp tacos with a side of onion rings. My husband likes to mix things up so he got something different each time (pastrami sandwich, Pismo sandwich and asada quesadilla) and he loved them all. Very reasonably priced for the generous portions. Thanks for the great food. See you next year”

“Went there for the first time, and I was so impressed!!! I ordered a Lavender Vanilla latte with a date and bacon scone ??? I was in love! LOVE the whole vibe! I'm definitely going back! Went there early in the morning!”

“This is one of my favorite Mexican Restaurants. The food is amazing and the staff treats you like family. I highly recommend this place. Everything is delicious.”

“It's not my usual dinner stop, but the food was excellent and so was the service. The ambiance is that of an old western/ranch theme, the only part that I wish had been better was the long wait to be seated. If you like 3 course style meals, and taking drives, this is the place for you.”

“Surprisingly empty? I have no idea WHY BECAUSE THE FOOD IS DELICIOUS! staff is helpful and very friendly! Portion size is plentiful! Ask for the Garlic Butter for the naan (life changer). One of my favorite food spots! Clean and includes outside eating area. (beef shawarma plate is my go to)”

“PHENOMENAL EXPERIENCE! My partner and I saw that this place had high reviews so we decided to give it a shot. We realized there was a sign by the door that said they were closing early, so we started checking our phones for another restaurant. A staff member opened the door and said they'd be more than happy to serve us while they closed, we were shocked and asked him if he was sure, and he opened the door more to let us in. I ordered pasta and my partner ordered an omelet, BOTH were absolutely delicious and the service was so out of this world. We asked for the check while we ate since we did not want to keep them. The staff member explained that he would allow us to take our time because he didn't want us to feel rushed to eat. It was such a generous and professional gesture. I would definitely drive out here again to eat here. The service, food, and vibe is the BEST.”

“Me and my husband went on a road trip and stopped by here for some lunch. We got a chicken and asada burrito. It made the entire trip for me. The homemade tortillas are amazing. Everything else was amazing. Highly recommend.”

“Far Western is hit or miss depending on the night and where you are seated. The bar needs another server and bar back most nights. Food is great and the atmosphere is nice.”

“We shared the Carne Asada Tacos and they were delicious! The meat was very tender and flavorful. I’d probably get the fries on the side vs in the tacos next time. Our friend had the beet salad with fennel, goat cheese, watercress, orange slices, Marcona almonds, avocado, and champagne vinegarette. It was also amazing!”

“While I am unable to truly post a review on the “atmosphere” due to it pouring rain and I was the only customer there, the umbrellas (clearly meant to provide shade from the sun) were a welcome cover to the sudden downpour and so was the tri tip sandwich. Delicious! It was a great meal following my amazing experience ATV riding on the Dunes. Combining for a brilliant start to my day. Rain and wind can’t ruin a great thing! Also the owner threw in a complimentary Clam Chowder, probably based on the fact that I supported them on a day when due to the weather, he wouldn’t be very busy. The Chowder was excellent, flavorful and filling! Remember though this spot is outside seating only, so be prepared for rain or shine!”

“Found out about this place 2 weeks ago. I've been here 4 times since then. I've had the chilli cheese fries, fat boy fries, western burger, and mushroominator. All of them were really good. Good food at a reasonable price. Takes a while to get your food but that's because they make it to order. The girl who takes your order could be more... energetic? ... welcoming? but the cooks who deliver your food have always been super cool. I'll definitely be back again.”