El Michoacano Restaurant

Wow. I didn't know Los Banos had this little gem of El Michoacano. Delicious food. Excellent service. And a great ambiance. The quality of products and services is high and justified a little higher price point than similar restaurants of the area. The home made corn tortillas elavated a carne asada taco I didnt capture. The mariscada was a huge portion and easily fed two of us. Others in our group also shared a molcajete and that was packed with flavors. The internal decor was great. The selection of drinks was inspiring. I stuck to a michelada, but I was surprise to see several variations on it. Overall, definitely looking forward to my next stop here.

This was one of my top five Mexican Restaurants in Los Banos, but now it seems they have seriously compromised their food health and safety per the latest Merced County Food Inspection here:https://apps.co.merced.ca.us/PublicApplets/pages/FoodInspect/FoodInspectDetail.aspx?id=FA0007228I have lived in this Central Valley area most of my life and never remember such an unsatisfactory food health inspection (43 points = instant closure of the restaurant!!!). Food health and safety are the 'primary' considerations of the best objective restaurant reviews, as Yelp knows and places a link on every restaurant Yelp website.So sadly I must downgrade this location from a **** (4 Star) to a * (1 Star) based on this latest inspection on 6-26-24 even though the food and service the last time I was there was at least **** (4 Stars).The business owner needs to claim this Yelp listing, respond immediately to his loyal customers like me, and manage this situation so that they have 0 (Zero) points on the reinspection or they will be forced out of business by their customers very soon.

Food was soooo good! We loved everything! Service was fast and friendly. Glad we found this place and will definitely come back when in the area.

Raeleen Acosta5 reviewsWe had a family party this weekend and chose El Michoacano to provide food. Easy to order, along with fast, easy pick up.The food was amazing!!!! Everyone loved the food!! I would 100% recommend El Michoacano for a nice meal or catering.

Food was ok , they forgot our tortillas we ended up eating our food without the tortillas. They need to train their staff better our server never smile she look mad all the time we were there. I not coming back . There are better places to go and have better experience.

Service was amazing right when we walked in. Ordered and the food was delicious. Cooked very well, made with patience, not rushed. Ceviche was cooked perfect, just as I love it. This plate was enough for 2 people if u love to eat, maybe 3 if you don't eat much. We ate pretty much everything on the plate. So delicious! The michelada was amazing, and had fresh jumbo shrimp cooked with really good seasoned sauce! I rate this place definitely 11/10! I live in Fresno, CA 1hr 1/2 away. definitely coming back out here for this place! come here if you are passing by Los baños!

This place is very yummy. Homemade tortillas, carnitas, and the rice and beans are my faves here. The portion size is great and I always have leftovers. My dad tried ranchera something and it was delicious as well. Good value. Good service and good food!

Food and drinks are really good ! Service was okay they are pushy to order right away . I got this Paloma and it was nice and refreshing

Place is too limited. Not enough elbow room. No gaiety nor merriment. Need music and dancing and singing.

Delicious food had a fabulous Molcajete, so good. Husband enjoyed fajitas- but. They added way too many red peppers. Very good shrimp and fish ceviche.