El Tlahualil Casa del Molcajete

Fire amazing food and service wonderful flavor Barria soup was great flavor packed and family owned def will be back for more and def recommend

I like hole in the walls, those hidden, out of the way, diamonds in the rough parts of town. This was that except it just fell flat. The place is in dire need of a deep clean and repairs. You have to hype yourself up before you use the mens bathroom, it was like a bathroom in a half condemned, tweeker filled, hotel where you might catch a dope fiend in the middle of shooting up, or a prostitue with her john. Sorry to be so down, but those who have been there know what I'm talking about. Without giving all the details, there was no door knob, there was a rag in the hole that I guess you have to pull to shut the door. As I was in the middle of using the bathroom another patron walked in on me.The food- it wasn't the worst but it was lacking. I'll spare the details. The server was a nice young lady and that was the positive thing. The place appeared to be an abandoned pizza parlor or bar and just is dying a slow death. I can't imagine it will remain open without vast improvements.

Was looking on Yelp for something to eat while driving thru Merced. Found this restaurant . The pics of food looked good. The prices were not bad. Stopped by on a Tuesday evening. Were hesitant to try it as it was empty. But went in anyway. Young man working was nice and attentive. He Made the recommendation for the Molcajete. We are Glad we stopped by and ordered the molcajete. It had lots of flavor and can feed 2 people. Service was fast. Would definitely stop by if driving thru again.

Right off the freeway on the way back to Vegas, so it was convenient to stop by! Ambiance was clean. Great service, and mexican food was great too! Cooked perfectly , my husband loved the food! my husband ordered the chicken enchiladas and i had the Chile Rellano . they gave us chips and salsa while we waited for our food. overall all experience was great for a quick stop sit down eatery for mexican food .

Hey Tlahualil,So.. you were one of the first places my friends and I tried in the Merced area and it was a great experience. Well it's still super hot in there as there is no AC and coupled with the hot summer - hoowee... but I would still come here whenever people visit from out of town for one reason and one reason only. The Molcajetes. There aren't many unique foods in Merced, so this is what we have people try.Look, I'll be frank, the other food items, are good but standard fare. Not too fancy, nothing that stands out too much, all good mind you. But that Molcajete is an experience and at a relatively reasonable price. Why relative? Because Molcajetes can be very expensive at a lot of restaurants (think $25-$35 each). It's this deconstructed hot stone bowl of goodness but something I rarely get to try elsewhere because it's really expensive. Not only that, it's not a dish that doesn't require a lot of hard cooking and nuance chef work... its a lot of stuff put into a stone bowl...so the price tag for this in some restaurants is just too much.But you? You are relatively cheaper. Similar to the price of a fajita. So is it good? Oh yeah. I really enjoy it every time and leaves me full and happy.My recommendation to those who visit you? - get the mixed Molcajete. I think the chicken (I never order anything chicken at a Mexican restaurant, but in this dish, it's really good) and the shrimp are both good. Get mixed, unless you are sharing with a friend, then get chicken and shrimp separate and share! (better deal that way). Oh and pick the red sauce. It's spicier, but it's more flavorful. My opinion. Also it's a lot of food, so if you are a not a big eater, split one.I've tried other things but I always go back to Molcajete.I tried Molcajete at another place before, but it wasn't as good and more expensive. So you are my Molcajete place :)But hey, don't raise the price on this. The main reason I come to you and highly recommend this to others partly because it's not overpriced!See you again. hmm kind of feel like molca...

Place is unassuming.But inside is pure homemade comfort food.Was seated promptly and so many choices.Very well priced food . The agua fresca was cold and yummy .Food was hoy and delicious.Hah enchiladas which were amazing.Beans and rice were fresh and reminiscent of homemade.My son loved his chimichanga and papusa.Very generous portions.Will definitely be back.

Overall good consistent food with good service!I have been to this restaurant now about 5 times. They have a special on Tuesdays and Thursdays for $1.75 tacos. The tacos are great and the salsa is not spicy which I love. Food has been consistent every time and plenty of parking.I have never sat down to eat always had my order to go but the restaurant seems a little dated with the decor. Has some old games and a bar on one side which is always empty.Overall good food that is always fresh and great prices!

1/5/2025,I ordered 8 tostadas from this 'family owned' joint via DoorDash. I had seen this establishment while driving through town the past several years so I thought;'tostadas for the final regular season NFL games.'The DoorDash driver arrived there, the restaurant claimed they began to prepare my order via DoorDash messenger, then the DoorDash driver departed and my order was canceled. Tostadas in Merced Todo Drama !!! Never Ever Again since simple trust was not reciprocated.

First time here and the food was amazing, great flavor, and taste! Great service. I have been looking for a good spot with Chilaquiles and I found it here. Red sauce was nice and spicy, over easy egg with steak. So yummy. Menudo special from Saturday to Sunday, which my husband enjoyed with adding their spicy chili oil salsa. I will definitely be coming back again to try their famous molcajetes

Absolutely thee very best guacamole! Great prices and delicious food Strongly recommend. It's one of my favorites and no one elses guacamole is as good