Castañeda's Mexican Food

Mexican Restaurant $ 4.2 (801)


Castañeda's Mexican Food is widely regarded for its authentic Mexican dishes, particularly the tacos and burritos. The late-night availability adds to its appeal, ensuring that customers can enjoy quality food at any hour. While the portions are considered fair relative to pricing, the service can occasionally be inconsistent, leading to mixed experiences.

Overall:

4.3

(652 reviews)

Authenticity:

4.4

Atmosphere:

4.0

Service:

3.9


Phone number: (951) 686-3966

Address: 1450 University Ave STE P, Riverside, CA 92507, USA

Opening hours

Monday: Open 24 hours
Tuesday: Open 24 hours
Wednesday: Open 24 hours
Thursday: Open 24 hours
Friday: Open 24 hours
Saturday: Open 24 hours
Sunday: Open 24 hours

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Service options

  • Dine-In Available
  • Takeout Available
  • Delivery Available
  • Curbside Pickup Available

Offerings

  • Breakfast
  • Lunch
  • Dinner
  • Dessert
  • Coffee

Amenities

  • Restroom Available

Good for

  • Menu for Children
  • Good for Children
  • Good for Groups

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!**

" I had high hopes coming to Castañeda's based on what my friends said. The flavors were good, and I really enjoyed their spicy salsa, but the tacos felt cheap due to the lack of generous fillings. The staff was okay but not overly friendly. I'll have to come back to try other items, but I left feeling a bit let down overall. " (*Curated Review*)

" This place is a lifesaver for late-night cravings! I've never had tacos this good at such odd hours. The flavors dance on your palate, and the salsa bar is fancy too. However, the service is a little slow during rush hours; so if you're in a hurry, you might want to take that into account. Overall, great experience! " (*Curated Review*)

" Tried this place based on recommendations and was not disappointed! The birria tacos were incredibly flavorful and melting in my mouth. It’s hard to find spots that serve such authentic flavors at this time of night. The delay in food wasn't ideal, but good food is worth some wait. Highly recommend you stop by if you're in the mood for some late-night Mexican! " (*Curated Review*)

" I wasn't so impressed with my first visit. I came in for some tacos and found them lacking in flavor. It was almost as if they were just thrown together. The environment was lively, but the food didn’t meet my expectations. I might give it another shot someday, hoping it was just an off-night. Service was friendly, though, which was a plus. " (*Curated Review*)

" I visited Castañeda's for a late-night snack and was pleasantly surprised. The carne asada fries were bursting with flavor and very satisfying. The service was friendly, and the ambiance felt comfortable with a true Mexican vibe. It's hard to find a place that serves authentic food at odd hours, but this place does it exceptionally well. I would definitely recommend it to my friends! " (*Curated Review*)

Archived Reviews (642)

" I ordered tacos to-go, and while they were pretty good, I was a bit disappointed with the amount of meat in each taco. I had higher hopes after hearing good things. The flavor was there, but I felt the portions were on the smaller side. The staff were nice, but there was a bit of a wait even though it wasn't busy. I'd consider going again if I were in the area but wouldn't rush back. " (*Curated Review*)

" I had a rather disappointing experience at Castañeda's. After hearing such positive feedback, I decided to stop by for some street tacos. While the ambiance was nice, the tacos were not what I expected. It felt like they were more concerned about presentation than flavor—my taco was overloaded with lettuce, which drowned out the taste of the meat. Service was decent, but I didn’t feel that welcomed. Maybe it was an off day for them? I might give them another shot if I’m hungry late at night. " (*Curated Review*)

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