THIS IS YOUR SIGN hidden gem in the bay, the besttt food. i got a chicken breakfast burrito and 2 cookies! the cookies were amazing with the right amount of sugar levels and softness ! love their desserts because it changes up every week and their food is always a hit regardless what you getttttt

Taqueria La Cazuela
Taqueria La Cazuela at a glance
Google reviewers rate Taqueria La Cazuela 4.6 out of 5 stars based on 923 reviews, frequently praising the restaurant's authentic atmosphere, outdoor garden seating, and affordable pricing. Customers often highlight the quality of specific dishes like tacos, burritos, and house-made salsa, noting that the friendly staff provides helpful suggestions. However, several low-star reviews criticize order accuracy issues, particularly regarding online orders and specific ingredient requests, with some noting that certain extras like guacamole may be inconsistent or overly spicy.
- Google rating: 4.6 out of 5 from 923 reviews (76% five-star).
- Reviews on this page: 923 Google reviews (537 with written comments, 70 with photos).
- Owner responses: the business replied to 0% of reviews.
- Most recent review: October 28, 2026.
- Service: Caterer serving East Palo Alto, California.
Data from Google, last updated October 31, 2026.
Score profile vs other caterers
Score per factor (100 = best)Each factor is scored 0–100 on absolute terms (star average, share of 1–2★ reviews, price verdicts…); standing within the category can only raise it, never lower it.. Strongest: momentum and reliability; weakest: replies to reviews.
Bar = this company · dark tick = category median.
Star ratings
923 Google reviews we collected
- 5 stars70176%
- 4 stars12814%
- 3 stars465%
- 2 stars111%
- 1 star374%
Praise vs complaints
Phrases our text analysis found in 537 written reviews
- Praise28294%
- Complaints186%
Topic share
How often each topic comes up in the written reviews
- Staff & attitude12943%
- Price & value5619%
- Quality & results4615%
- Speed & response3211%
- Would recommend3110%
- Honesty & trust52%
- Communication10%
What customers talk about
We read 537 written reviews and marked every phrase about these topics. The same colors are highlighted in the reviews.
“The employees were very friendly and made is feel very welcome!”
“I told the person serving me, and a very rude man came out of the kitchen.”
“Fast service and fair prices make this place a must visit.”
“I went here to try the food, menudo tasted like it was heated up in a microwave, and over priced.”
“Great food, great service, but could use some renovations”
“I’m giving a 2 star because of the horrible customer service received.”
“I was served very quickly, and my food arrived sooner than expected!”
“Strongly recommend going here for the experience, culture, and delicious foooood”
“I'm never going back to that place.”
“…I felt I was on a vacation…the aromas of our food being prepared the genuinely friendly staff and home style delicious meals!…”
“When I explained I was simply confirming a large prepaid order, the response I received was, “I don’t care if you put this on a review app.”
People customers mention
- Mexican 58 reviews
- Area 9 reviews
- Pastor 5 reviews
praise complaint · found by our text analysis, Google review wording unchanged.
Recent reviews
THIS IS YOUR SIGN hidden gem in the bay, the besttt food. i got a chicken breakfast burrito and 2 cookies! the cookies were amazing with the right amount of sugar levels and softness ! love their desserts because it changes up every week and their food is always a hit regardless what you getttttt
We love this place, the owners, and the food! Everything here is amazing and if you don't know what you want they will give you suggestions on what to try and what is good.
5 stars all around!! The employees were very friendly and made is feel very welcome!! The atmosphere is very authentic, took us to the little town feel.. and lastly I cant rave loud enough about the food!! Just wonderful, you cant go wrong making a visit to this establishment!!
The best Mexican food I’ve had in Bay Area, especially their Taco with beef or tongue.
Amazing place to spend time with family! The patio is beautiful, it feels like you’re dining in your own garden. The food is absolutely delicious, and the prices are great too. Stop by and visit this amazing spot. You won’t be disappointed!
Great food with fantastic options. Fast service and fair prices make this place a must visit. Try getting the outdoor sitting. The outdoor sitting is like sitting in your own garden and enjoying the food in the midst of nature. It has free parking and the food is great for the price. Go, give it a try.
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Customer reviews
4.6 ★★★★★ 923 reviews on Google · rating breakdown
Reviews from Google, shown as published (original wording, unedited).
We love this place, the owners, and the food! Everything here is amazing and if you don't know what you want they will give you suggestions on what to try and what is good.
- Order type: Dine in
- Meal type: Dinner
- Price per person: $10–20
- Seating type: Indoor dining area, Outdoor patio / terrace
The food was good but the sopes were really small
- Order type: Dine in
- Price per person: $30–40
- Group size: 2 people, 3-4 people
- Seating type: Indoor dining area, Outdoor patio / terrace
5 stars all around!! The employees were very friendly and made is feel very welcome!! The atmosphere is very authentic, took us to the little town feel.. and lastly I cant rave loud enough about the food!! Just wonderful, you cant go wrong making a visit to this establishment!!
Best in east Palo alto
The best Mexican food I’ve had in Bay Area, especially their Taco with beef or tongue.
- Order type: Dine in
- Price per person: $40–50
- Group size: 2 people
- Seating type: Outdoor patio / terrace
Amazing place to spend time with family! The patio is beautiful, it feels like you’re dining in your own garden. The food is absolutely delicious, and the prices are great too. Stop by and visit this amazing spot. You won’t be disappointed!
- Order type: Dine in
- Meal type: Dinner
Great food with fantastic options. Fast service and fair prices make this place a must visit. Try getting the outdoor sitting. The outdoor sitting is like sitting in your own garden and enjoying the food in the midst of nature. It has free parking and the food is great for the price. Go, give it a try.
Delicious food. I was happy to see 2 options for flautas: potato and chicken. Loved the potato flautas! The rice was really fluffy and well seasoned. Horchata was great, not overly sweet.
- Order type: Take out
- Price per person: $10–20
- Noise level: Quiet, easy to talk
- Seating type: Indoor dining area, Outdoor patio / terrace
- Recommendation for vegetarians: Highly recommend
- Parking space: Plenty of parking
- Parking options: Free parking lot, Free street parking
Little garden to eat in is super cute
Business details
- Address: 2390 Clarke Ave, East Palo Alto, CA 94303
- Phone: (650) 289-0727
- Website: taquerialacazuelaca.com
- Service area: East Palo Alto, CA
