Location: Chico
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Where to eat Mexican food in Chico: The Best Restaurants and Bars
Best Mexican restaurants nearby. Discover the best Mexican food in Chico. View Menus, Photos and Reviews for Mexican restaurants near you.. Chico is the most populous city in Butte County, California, United States. As of the 2010 United States Census, the population was 86,187, reflecting an increase of 26,233 from the 59,954 counted in the 2000 Census. The city is a cultural, economic, and educational center of the northern Sacramento Valley and home to both California State University, Chico and Bidwell Park, the country's 26th largest municipal park and the 13th largest municipally-owned park. Bidwell Park makes up over 17% of the city.
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8. Gordo Burrito Mexican Restaurant
Overall Ratings
4 based on 14 reviews
Reviewed By hannahbannana
Consistently delicious chorizo breakfast burritos. Im only giving this place a 3 star because they are a little pricey (compared to other in town), the location is a tad sketchy, and the service isn't always friendly (I've felt uncomfortable even). My other two favorite places are either not open or do not open until later on weekends.
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7. Casa Ramos Mexican Restaurant
Overall Ratings
3 based on 33 reviews
Reviewed By CARetired
Had combo plate dinner. Cost $16 ea. Taco shells were like the box kind you get at the grocery store. Requested shredded beef which tasted like the packed shredded beef you can get at Costco. Beans were the same as you get when you open a can of refried beans. We will go to Taco Bell before ever returning to this restaurant.
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6. Burrito Bandito
Reviewed By foodfunfest
Informal and more of a semi-fast food place (custom orders at the counter and pay up front); but great condiments, seating, and lighting in an energetic, colorful setting. Lots of folks here on lunch time from work; but plenty of room between tables means that you can chat and there's no rush. Standard fast food Mexican, but very large portions especially of meat. One taco is a lunch in itself, but everything else looked great and the sizes could feed you and a friend (or leftovers for lunch). About the best Mexican I have had in chico in a loooong time.
5. Amigos De Acapulco
Overall Ratings
4 based on 10 reviews
Reviewed By deviousdenah1029
We love this restaurant. The food is great, the service is awesome, the staff is unbelievably nice and helpful. The burritos are huge and filling. We have had almost everything in the menu and have NO complaints. Overall this place really is great for the food,service, and atmosphere.
4. La Cocina Economica
Overall Ratings
4 based on 21 reviews
Reviewed By Ron L
This small neighborhood Mexican restaurant offers good food at a very reasonable price. Much better than your typical fast food joints. Eat in or take out.
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3. La Familia
Overall Ratings
4 based on 18 reviews
Reviewed By BidwellRunner
When my wife and I are looking for some good Mexican food, with friendly service, at a fair price, La Familia always fits the bill.
2. La Hacienda Restaurant
Overall Ratings
4 based on 99 reviews
Reviewed By Susan A
La Hacienda is a Chico staple with a decades-long history of satisfying locals and travelers. If you're looking for authentic Mexican fare, this isn't it, but if you want a fresh and tasty spin on Latin flavors, you'll love this place. Famous for its tostadas and appetizers, La Hacienda also offers some interesting takes on other dishes. It's chimichangas are varied and delicious. Hubby and I are both fans of the Mayan Pork, which is served with polenta pancakes and mango relish. Service is friendly, but can be slow on a busy day. Food is made fresh, so you may have a wait once your order is in. Chips and salsa, complimentary with your meal, will tide you over. We can recommend this place highly.
1. Tres Hombres
Overall Ratings
4 based on 215 reviews
Reviewed By Patrick R
On the positive side. The waitress was absolutely excellent. Polite and very attentive to our needs.The portions were huge. The refried beans were excellent. On the opposite side. The atmosphere was atrocious. It was so loud you couldn't carry on a conversation. The fact that the one large room was packed did not reflect outstanding Mexican food. On the contrary, my chile relleno had an aftertaste, similar to something that was fried in very old oil. I asked for a margarita "not too sweet" and received one that was mixed with club soda. The waitress offered to make it sweeter however the second attempt didn't improve the taste.
