El Tepeyac Cafe was slightly difficult to find but once I searched it out, it was well worth the pursuit. It has become very popular and, as a result, it can be hard to park. It also takes a little time to get seated. I was able to grab a spot at the bar so the wait actually wasn’t too long for me.
They’re known for their massive machaca burrito, which I witnessed but did not partake in. It looks like it could feed about five hungry people. I ordered two tacos: one carne asada, which is your basic corn tortilla taco, and one pollo, which is deep-fried. The carne asada was easily the best taco I’ve ever had. The meat is delicious beyond words, seasoned perfectly. The onions and cilantro are the perfect accompaniments.
The pollo, on the other hand, was subpar. The chicken is gamey and shredded and there is about four times the amount of cheese than there needs to be. The chips are good. They are served with a green and a red salsa, both good.
The staff is great, service is quick, and the place is pretty clean. I would drive far, far out of my way for the carne asada tacos.
"A wet-style burrito loaded with stewed pork, cheese, rice, beans, and guacamole, finished off with ranchero sauce."
Dale Fine
"The carne asada was easily the best taco I’ve ever had. The meat was delicious beyond words; it was seasoned perfectly. The onions and cilantro were the perfect accompaniments."
Samuel Shor
"The chips are good and they are served with a green and a red salsa, both good."
Samuel Shor
"El Tepeyac offers a variety of California Mexican food. However, the Hollenbeck Burrito is the star of the menu. Click on the photo for a readable view of the menu."
Dale Fine
"Serving loyal customers for over 50 years."
Dale Fine
