Carmelita's Taqueria

The food is so tasty here! I ordered a veggie burrito and horchata to-go. They have 3-4 different salsas and let me say, all of them were . The horchata is very authentic and flavorful as well. The place is cute and the staff is really nice. Highly recommend coming here if you're in the area!

You know, I've lived in this area pretty much my whole life and never stopped by carmelita's before.I was waiting for my car at Amertica's Tire the other day and thought, let me grab some lunch and bring some home for the hubs. We got an enchilada burrito, a super burrito, and a large horchata.The burritos were MASSIVE. The price is on par with the other taquerias int he area. I don't know if it was an off day so maybe we'll have to give it a another try, the taste was fine, but the burritos were heavy on refied beans and not much else. I think there was a little guac in the center and sprinkling of some meat but for the same price, especially in the enchilada burrito we've gotten massive amount of meat in others.Will need to maybe try different items.

QUESABIRRIAS & SOPESWhen I go to Mexican eateries most of the items I've been ordering are either tacos, burritos, or nachos. Once in a while I'll order enchiladas. Around the last six months my craving when I go to Mexican eateries is quesabirria however not all Mexican eateries serve quesabirria. The main reason I started go to Carmelita's Taqueria is pictures of quesabirrias posted on Yelp. The first time I ate here was September when I was waiting for my tires to be serviced at America's Tire, which is across the street. During that day I ordered three quesabirrias along with chips and small guacamole. I also ordered a melon drink. For me I prefer my quesabirria with a crunchy texture on the outside with a gooey texture inside. The quesabirrias I ate at Camerlita's Taqueria had the combinations of those two qualities. The melon was a refreshing drink to counteract the richness of the quesabirrias. Even though I enjoyed the guacamole I regret ordering it as the price wasn't worth it. One extra quesabirria would've been worth the price instead of the guacamole.The next time I came to Carmelita's was about a month later. I still had that quesabirria craving, but this time I also looked at the house specialties section of the menu. At that time the only thing that interested me was the super taco plate, which included two super tacos along with beans and rice. For the meat I decided to get asada. Instead of three quesabirrias I ordered two. Surprisingly the two super tacos were more filling than the quesabirrias and that was due to the sour cream and guacamole. For me coming back to Camelita's Taqueria it can't just be the quesabirria. I looked at the house specialties section of the menu. There had to be an item I rarely have yet unrecognizable. That item was the sopes. When I looked at the house specialties section it lists sopes and sopito plate. The sopes were four sopes while the sopito plate was two sopes along with beans and rice. I wanted to order something new yet I was cautious because I wasn't not sure if I would like sopes. When I came to Carmelita's Taqueria today for a late lunch I intended to order the four sopes, but at the list minute I decided to get the sopito plate because I felt two sopes were enough for me if I enjoyed them. For the meat I ordered chorizo. The other item I ordered as you guess it was the quesabirria. As with the last visit I ordered two quesabirrias. For lunch I ordered a horchata. I was concerned that my lunch would be heavy due to the sopes and quesabirrias. Maybe because I didn't eat breakfast today, I didn't find the two items I ate during lunch were heavy. The sopes had that crunchy corn textures. The toppings on the sopes were filling, but didn't make me feel bloated. Even though I enjoyed eating the sopes I'm glad I ordered the sopito plate as the two sopes were enough that I could enjoy my quesabirrias.When I go to eat at restaurants or casual eateries with the same cuisine I don't like to order the same items because I might miss other items that are specialties of those eateries. Also you might miss the charm of that eatery if you keep on ordering the same items. At Carmelita's Taqueria even though this place is known for the quesabirria I recommend looking at items listed on the house specialties section of the menu such as the sopes.

We came here because I was told that they have the best chile relleno. True. I had a chile relleno burrito and it was great. The restaurant is a nice taqueria in a small shopping center with lots of parking. I must say that the service was superb. We were asked numerous times as to whether was okay. I hope to be back soon.

Very friendly and speedy service! The place was clean. The meat was cold in the first set of tacos we ordered. The second set was warm. The tacos were tasty but it was a little more on the oiler sider than usual. Owner gave us fresh nachos and spicy salsa.

Welcome to your friendly neighborhood taqueria serving some delicious classics at affordable prices.Located conveniently near public transportation, supermarkets, schools, and the city library, Carmelita gives you a place to drop by in between errands to grab a quick bite or a full on meal to take home to the family.From tacos to burritos and other classic dishes, there are plenty to choose from to satisfy your Mexican cravings. Their menu is quite extensive but for me, the simple stuff takes the gold. Their tacos and burritos (dry and wet) are loaded with the meat of your choice (beef, pork, chicken, veggie, shrimp), onions, cilantro, and their spicy red salsa. My personal preference for protein is their carnitas, which are meaty yet juicy morsels of shredded pork. The wet burrito was smothered in the red sauce but you can also request the green sauce instead. As a first timer, I went with the classic red but the green may give it a spicier kick. If you prefer the sauce on the side, make sure to request it!For the adventurous, they have other Mexican staples and specialties like Sopas and Quesabirrias. Definitely worth coming back to try the other items on their menu.The preparation and pick up was pretty quick but if you are looking to dine in, they have a few seats and tables for you to camp at. It's not a huge place but enough room for a few small to medium parties or maybe one big party.The staff were friendly and patient during the pick up. Definitely a neighborly vibe from the staff as they greeted the many locals who came in to eat.Overall, Carmelita checks all the boxes for me when it comes to filling up on Mexican cuisine. While the food is delicious, there aren't any that stand out that would be a defining factor for making an out of the way trip here. But if you're in the area and craving for some solid tacos, burritos, and other Mexican specials, give Carmelita a try and meet all the other locals at this watering hole!

Carmelita's is just lovely! Lovely staff, always greeting you with a smile and they never seem to busy to share some extra conversation with their cutomers. Lovely ambiance, the decor is cute and welcoming! Lovely food full of flavor and packing in that homemade feel-good flavors.

Excellent food and service. Wide variety of menu options. BONUS: hand/homemade tortillas are made on the weekends. The Aguilar family demonstrate pride and embrace their family's heritage. I felt special from the moment I walked in. It's apparent that they value their patrons and community.

The food is always good here & they're pretty quick too! The only thing that sucks is the parking is very limited in this area.

I can't say enough good things about this wonderful local taqueria! From the moment we walked in, we were greeted by the warm and welcoming owners who made us feel right at home. They were so kind and offered great suggestions on what to order--it's clear they genuinely care about making sure each guest has an exceptional experience.The food was absolutely fantastic! My husband and I both ordered the wet burritos with half green and half red sauce, and they were beyond delicious. The flavors were so rich and comforting, like a home-cooked meal that you'd expect to be shared with family. Every bite was packed with freshness and flavor.We also loved hearing the backstory behind the restaurant--it adds such a personal touch to the experience. If you're looking for authentic, flavorful Mexican food and a truly special dining experience, this place is a must-visit! We'll definitely be back for more!