El Volcan

Restaurant $$ 3.3Google (166) Unclaimed


El Volcan has faced significant criticism, particularly related to its pricing and quality of service. While some customers noted the authenticity of certain dishes like the tacos and homemade tortillas, many have expressed dissatisfaction with the overall experience, particularly regarding food quality and service consistency. Given the multitude of negative reviews, it appears to struggle with delivering value for money, which greatly affects its reputation.

Overall:

1.6

(144 reviews)

Authenticity:

3.1

Atmosphere:

1.6

Service:

1.5


Open until 1:00 AM

Hours from Google · may not reflect holidays or recent changes

Phone number: (831) 578-4467

Address: 739 E Alisal St, Salinas, CA 93905, USAOpen in Google Maps

Opening hours

Monday: 3:00 PM – 1:00 AM
Tuesday: 3:00 PM – 1:00 AM
Wednesday: 3:00 PM – 1:00 AM
Thursday: 3:00 PM – 1:00 AM
Friday: 3:00 PM – 1:00 AM
Saturday: 3:00 PM – 1:00 AM
Sunday: 3:00 PM – 1:00 AM

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Service options

  • Dine-In Available
  • Takeout Available
  • Delivery Available

Offerings

  • Lunch
  • Dinner

Good for

  • Good for Children
  • Good for Groups

Payment options

  • Credit Cards
  • NFC Payments

Parking options

  • Free Parking Lot
  • Free Street Parking

Top Recent and Curated Reviews (10)

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" What an overpriced disappointment! I don’t understand how they keep getting good reviews. After spending $50 on tacos and drinks, I left feeling hungry and cheated. The staff had a terrible attitude, and when I brought up my concerns about the portions, they were dismissive. The atmosphere is nothing special either. It might look cute from afar, but inside, it felt chaotic and disorganized. Seriously, do yourself a favor and find another taco truck! " (*Curated Review*)

" I expected so much more from El Volcan. The tacos were small and overly priced. The homemade tortillas, while soft, just fell apart in my hands. Definitely not worth the hype. I'd rather go elsewhere for authentic tacos. Service was too slow, I felt ignored the whole time. Not to mention, they skimped on salsa. I won't be returning. " (*Curated Review*)

" Wondering how this place stays in business! I had one taco that fell apart the moment I tried to pick it up. The salsa was watery, and I could barely taste any seasoning on the meat. It's disappointing when you expect something great, and it turns out so bad. Highly unlikely to return given my experience! " (*Curated Review*)

" My experience at El Volcan was incredibly disappointing. I found the tacos to be very small and rubbery—certainly not worth the price tag. The staff was rude and completely unhelpful when I had issues with my order. I won't be going back, and I don't recommend this place to anyone. " (*Curated Review*)

" A friends' recommendation led me to El Volcan last week, and frankly, I'm regretting it. The tacos I ordered were soggy and had very little meat, predominantly filled with onions. I couldn’t even enjoy the homemade tortillas because they fell apart right away. Moreover, the service was frustratingly slow, and when my friend asked for more salsa, the staff acted annoyed. Definitely not what I expected for a taco truck! " (*Curated Review*)

Archived Reviews (134)

" I was eager to try El Volcan but what a letdown it turned out to be. Everything from the quality of the tacos to the service left a lot to be desired. My tortillas were falling apart, and honestly, the meat didn't have much flavor going for it. What I thought would be a treat became a real disappointment. I will not be returning any time soon! " (*Curated Review*)

" It's a shame that El Volcan has such a bad reputation. I ordered tacos expecting something extraordinary but found them underwhelming. The tortillas were thick and chewy to the point of being unpleasant, and the portions were laughable for the price. I felt like I wasted my money. Definitely won't be returning or recommending to others. " (*Curated Review*)

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