Fonda Maria Restaurant

Mexican Restaurant $ 3.9 (256)


Fonda Maria Restaurant offers a vibrant and authentic Mexican dining experience, with many customers praising the homemade flavors and traditional dishes. The menu features a wide range of options, including standout items like their menudo and chilaquiles, which reflect true Mexican culinary heritage. While the service can be inconsistent, the overall atmosphere is welcoming and the portions are generally generous.

Overall:

4.5

(216 reviews)

Authenticity:

4.5

Atmosphere:

4.1

Service:

3.8


Restaurant website: Website

Phone number: (562) 923-4649

Address: 7840 Firestone Blvd, Downey, CA 90241, USA

Opening hours

Monday: 8:00 AM – 3:30 PM
Tuesday: 8:00 AM – 2:30 PM
Wednesday: 8:00 AM – 8:30 PM
Thursday: 8:00 AM – 8:30 PM
Friday: 8:00 AM – 8:30 PM
Saturday: 8:00 AM – 8:30 PM
Sunday: 8:00 AM – 4:30 PM

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Service options

  • Dine-In Available
  • Takeout Available
  • Delivery Available
  • Reservable

Offerings

  • Breakfast
  • Brunch
  • Lunch
  • Dinner
  • Beer
  • Wine
  • Cocktails
  • Dessert
  • Coffee
  • Vegetarian Options Available

Amenities

  • Outdoor Seating
  • Restroom Available

Good for

  • Menu for Children
  • Good for Children
  • Good for Groups
  • Good for Watching Sports

Payment options

  • Credit Cards
  • Debit Cards
  • NFC Payments

Parking options

  • Free Parking Lot
  • Free Street Parking

Accessibility

  • Wheelchair Accessible Parking
  • Wheelchair Accessible Entrance
  • Wheelchair Accessible Restroom
  • Wheelchair Accessible Seating

Top Recent and Curated Reviews (10)

**Some reviews are curated to assist in analyzing authenticity, atmosphere, and service. These reviews enhance user feedback and help us provide better insights. Your genuine reviews make all the difference—share your experience today to enhance our ratings!**

" So happy I found this restaurant. The tacos de guisado are a must-try – they're delicious. The portions are generous too! The staff was friendly, and I appreciated that the owner came by to chat with the customers. A very pleasant experience overall! " (*Curated Review*)

" I attended a family gathering here and was quite impressed with the freshness of the ingredients used in every dish. My favorite was the tamales which were made to order. The only issue was that the service was a bit slow, but the quality makes up for it, in my opinion. " (*Curated Review*)

" Fonda Maria feels like a slice of Mexico right here! The flavors are authentic and the staff is consistently friendly. The mole sauce is rich and tasty, although I found the tamales a bit on the dry side this time. Overall, I still enjoy it and plan to return. " (*Curated Review*)

" I had high hopes for this place after hearing so many good things, but I was a bit let down. My tacos were okay but not as flavorful as I expected. Service was slow, and it took forever to get our drinks. I’ll give it another shot, but it wasn't the best experience this time. " (*Curated Review*)

" I ordered the lengua and it was delicious, the flavors were spot on! I also enjoyed their coffee; the cafe de olla was fantastic. The only downside was that the waitstaff seemed a bit overwhelmed during lunch rush. Overall, I still had a great experience and will definitely return! " (*Curated Review*)

Archived Reviews (206)

" After hearing about Fonda Maria from friends, I decided to try it out, and it didn't disappoint! The atmosphere was lively, and the service friendly. I had the wet burrito, and it was seasoned perfectly. Portion size was excellent for the price! This has quickly become my new go-to for Mexican food. " (*Curated Review*)

" I had the carne asada and it was overcooked, leaving it tough to eat. The atmosphere was great, but I wish the food had lived up to the hype. Service wasn't helpful at all when I asked about different menu items. I am hesitant to return after this experience. " (*Curated Review*)

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