Esmeralda's Mexican Restaurant

Always love when a place has vegetarian options. Chalupas were delicious! Highly recommended.

a must try for delicious mexican food in the central valley!I've visited several times and we are typically seated quickly. there is a full bar/bar seating as well as the general dining area + patio seating.The staff is kind and service is quick. They offer complimentary chips, whipped refried beans and cabbage. The chips are warm and fresh!We ordered the chicken fajitas and taquitos. Everything was amazing highly recommend

A very special shout out to 2 very kind and hospitable servers here who always take the time to talk to this weary traveler. Vianka and Larissey. I hope I spelled your names right. No matter which one of you is working I can count on kind service and a wonderful conversation about our days. Thanks to you both and also the entire staff that make this place run on a daily basis.This place is always it's consistent when it comes to their food. As you can see, I tend to order the same thing every time. And it is just as good as the first time i've been there. Closest thing to a home cook meal That I can find near a truck stop on the 99. Always look forward to my reset when I'm in Ripon because I can come in and enjoy a nice meal and a drink. Again thank you to the staff and I will see you soon

I meant to type, Noe is the best! Ezmeralda's is very much a favorite! Will be going back, for sure!

Order food over the phone, we were told it would be ready in 25 minutes. An hour later food was ready, no apologies whatsoever. Server seemed annoyed when we advised him we were given the wrong drinks, and asked if we could get what we had ordered. Overall bad experience, we also the notice that the owner was around and he didn't care to ask if we needed help or at least apologize for the wait.

Love this local restaurant! Been going for 16 years! The staff is phenomenal and the food even better! The rice is the best I've ever had, the filet norteno is amazing, the Diabla sauce is wonderful! Can't do wrong here!!!

Lereslie -- thank you so much for your wonderful customer service and assisting me with our incorrect order! I will defiantly be back because of you. :)

Stopped by on way home from Kaiser. The bean dip, salsa andChips were warm, perfect start. I ordered transition breakfast I didn't Notice potatoes were fajita potatoes if you love bell peppers onions it's good, the bacon was crispy? Eggs good overall good breakfast the only complaint was the tortillas while home made (my husband Loved them)I prefer a more traditional corn Tortilla this was made with white masa and tasted a little like the masa for tamales, my husband had combination plate with red sauce for chicken enchilada, chicken taco andChili relleno he loved it! Service was good, our waitress was friendly, courteous and prompt. The price was fair so overall would eat here again.

We have eaten here many times over the years. Thought I would put in a review. Don't come here if you are in a hurry. services is really good but food comes out very slow. Today we waited almost an hour today for our food. The food is really good and service is good. Just expect a very long wait.

I have to come here whenever I visit Ripon, because it's just that good! The enchilada is my go-to order--the right amount of cheese and sauce. The veggies for the lettuce and guac are always fresh. The tamale and taquitos were aight, but could try something else next time. Both were a little dry. My friend and her parents all ordered the tostadas. Overall, love coming to this place because there is something for everybody. The place was packed! We got our stuff to go so we can enjoy at home. The service was friendly and fast!