Jalisco Restaurant

Carnitas is their specialty and they did not disappoint. Very flavorful and authentic. Will try the chili verde next time.

The food and service were excellent. I will definitely return. If you're craving carnitas, I recommend this restaurant.

They do not skimp on the meat portions. They are only open on the weekends; Friday from 9:30 AM to 3 PM and Saturdays and Sundays from 10 AM to 3 PM. The staff are friendly, and the interior is clean and neat. They used to have indoor seating and possibly used to have outdoor seating; but now has been closed off. Seems it's only take out. Their tacos are big at $4.58 a piece and the horchata (Agua Fresca) is a good size for $4.25. Will be back to try more of their menu. Their carnitas was tasty.

OMMMGGGG where do I even begin with this place?!? This absolute treasure in my heart. Growing up in Oakland, Jalisco's has always been a part of my life. I remember frequent visits when I was a kid. Fast forward a couple decades, and it's like nothing has changed. Two things that haven't changed over years and years are Tony, the awesome guy taking all the phone orders and managing social distancing and regulation for in person customers, and the GREEN SALSA!! So, they have tons of items on the menu but if you know anything about anything, you come for the carnitas. PRO TIP: If you know what you're getting, call ahead early and schedule a pickup....best piece of info I've gotten all 2021. Typically when I go, I get a pound or two of carnitas (all meat) but you can also do mixed which has some of the other fats/skin. All delicious but it is a bit rich for my tummy. I also grab some rice and beans. Their rice is SO fluffy and the beans are so creamy and flavorful. I pick up tortillas too just because I'm already there and don't need to make another stop. And finally, I grab some of that unbelievable salsa. Dear newborn 8 pound lil ol baby Jesus that is EPIC. Do not skip on it! I only order the large container now that my daughter has uncovered it's deliciousness. THEY DO NOT TAKE CARD! CASH ONLY! Do not roll up and get your feelings hurts cuz ATMs are scarce in the are and the line for this place goes down the street if you don't call ahead. IMPORTANT: They are only open Friday - Sunday. So be ready and get there early. But that being said, do you know how good the food has to be to sustain this business for more than 20 years, also during a pandemic and sell out of everything EVERY WEEKEND?!? If you need some carnitas, call Tony and tell him Rae sent you! Thank me later.

Iykyk. Hidden gem in Oakland for the best carnitas! Order it surtidos or mixtas and you'll get a chopped up mixture of deliciousness.

I'm so happy this place is open, and is making it through COVID! The first time I visited this establishment was in August to bring my pregnant friend a mixto burrito. I had only ever eaten carnitas, never a mixed pork burrito...I was intrigued. Mixto is carnitas, cueritos and buche...hmmm. Let me be the one to tell you...HOW FLAVORFUL AND WONDERFUL that burrito was! Omg! By the time I made it back SoCal I was like man...I should've purchased 3. Fast forward to October, I had the chance to bring my husband who is originally from Jalisco. He LOVEEEED this restaurant! I think he talked about the burrito for the whole 7 hours we were in the car. I am so proud that he got a really good taste of my hometown, OAKLAND! Everytime I'm in town, I will definitely be stopping here! PURO CALIDAD!!!

The bf has been a bit obsessed with carnitas lately. He heard about this place and ended up going twice one weekend. I hear people have been lining up as they run out early on the weekends so don't be surprised if there is a line by 10AM. I actually really liked their salsa, go figure. I thought it was the cilantro/avocado salsa since it was green but it was just really tangy and spicy. We had some beans and rice on the side, which I'd skip. Just order the goods (mixed carnitas by the pound). I love finding local gems like this place!

Best authentic mexican food in oakland!!! The carnitas are bomb! New menu item, the chorizo (quesadilla) is to die for. Reminds me of Mexico. I love to mix the green sauce with a side of guacamole. Super friendly staff. Do your tastebuds a favor and treat yourself to authentic mexican food!!!

I come here on Sundays for the carnitas mixto. Come before 11am, otherwise they will run out of the chicharrones, and that's my favorite. My friend buys the salsa to take home. He says it's his favorite.

Super fresh. The meat was so moist and delicious. I had tacos with chicken and asked if they could make them super - beans, cheese, guacamole and sour cream. Yum. It's a little hole in the wall that's cash only.