Kellen McInerny
Large portions of meat in the tacos. The carnitas and the beef tongue are both rich and have nice crispy ends. It adds texture and brings the taste of the grill. Very nice. The salsas could have been more flavorful but we're mainly mild in flavor and moderate in heat.
Kendall Madison
A fantastic spot for a relatively cheap burrito that is sure to fill you up. The location was clean and the staff were all kind. The burrito itself was huge, and had a great taste to it. I recommend this spot, but I likely wouldn’t go again.
Kathryn Roberts
Me and a coworker came here for lunch on 9/27/23. The food was really good but they don’t have queso or white cheese is what we call it in the Carolinas. Other than that, it was delicious. They cook your food when you order so you get hot/fresh food.
Jason Paris
Great food but could use a slightly more cozy atmosphere. It’s very plain and uninspired but casual and workable. My burrito was accidentally taken by someone else, but they made a new one right away. Fantastic taste,night be better as a take out option.
James McIntyre
A great little place. Very good food. Good size plate for the money. Big tamales lots of stuffing. Enchilada plate is delicious an very generous. Parking in the neighborhood is no problem great menu beer, drinks. Nice collection of sauces to. Well I'm going back...
Rachel Villarreal
The food here was great! Portions were generous, the food was really tasty and fresh, and the drinks were really good. We tried the red enchiladas (a little spicy!) and the carne asada and both plates were quite good. The only thing we didn't enjoy was the service; the servers didn't take names/numbers so there's no way you know when your food is done. It's just on a counter at some point when the kitchen completes it. While the food comes out pretty fast, it is kind of confusing especially when they are busy with dinner rush. Overall would return for takeout or online ordering, probably wouldn't want to dine in again.
Spencer Thayer
La Bonita, a shining gem in the heart of Portland, is a testament to authentic, soulful Mexican cuisine. Its unpretentious charm and dedication to maintaining working class roots make it a beacon of tradition in an era increasingly defined by the transient nature of the gig economy. This is a place that stubbornly upholds the values of hands-on craftsmanship and culinary artistry, a restaurant where every dish is served with a side of heartfelt devotion.
Mexican food in Portland has long been a challenging venture, with only a handful of spots that truly capture the essence of this vibrant cuisine. Among these, La Bonita stands as the undisputed leader, transcending the ordinary with its rich and diverse menu. A particular mention has to be made for their grilled chicken, an emblem of the mastery and dedication embedded in their culinary process. The perfectly charred exterior, which gives way to tender and succulent meat, encapsulates a flavor profile that is nothing short of a joyous dance on the palate. With La Bonita, Portland can confidently claim a stake in the landscape of noteworthy Mexican eateries.
M. Santana
The problem with most Mexicans food restaurants is that they try to aim for semi authentic Mexican plates but often fall short due to the bar being set so low to begin with. This place is not like those places and rather than aiming high and falling short they strike the perfect balance between authentic Mexican plates/recipes and the reality of catering to a mostly anglo clientele. I definitely recommend this place if you're looking for a mild experience in the Mexican cuisine. If you're looking for the bold flavors of mexican recipes and authenticity in each plate, this place might not be for you. With that said the place was clean and the service friendly. Prices are reasonable and atmosphere is pleasant.
Olive
They forgot my horchata so with delivery and everything I basically paid $25 for nachos. Not super happy about it but had to give 4 stars because the nachos were quite good and the delivery person from the restaurant was very friendly. Massive portions!
Jillian River Browy
Good vegan options. I wouldn't recommend the vegan cheese chimichanga though. I used to love it, but they raised the price $2 and it's an extra $1.50 if you want the vegan cheese. $13 for beans, rice, and avocado is too steep
Jennifer Barker
The Garden Enchiladas were the best vegetarian enchiladas I've ever had ! Super fresh and the sauce was amazing. Plus the margaritas were a perfect pairing.
R_ V_B
Good tasting and fresh ingredients. Very reasonable prices for food and drinks. Many vegan options. Friendly service. Easy to find location. I'm looking forward to when I return to this neighborhood and try something else from their menu.
K Schjaerve
The stewed meat is really good. We’ve had the meat tacos, salad and nachos. They have fritas now and I haven’t tried them yet, but they look killer. This place has a modern kick without compromising the classic taqueria eats.
Trevor Gardner
Interesting little place with very good food. You order at the counter and then find a table. The food was quick and had great flavor. We were a little surprised by some fajita tacos that turned out to have fajita veggies but no meat. It wasn't very clear on the menu. We tried each of the margaritas: one regular margarita that we really liked and a spicy version that we thought was great at first but had a hard time finishing. The spiciness was intriguing but I guess it wore on us. Glad we tried it even so.
J Simpson
One of the best burritos in North Portland! One of my girlfriend and i's go-to spot! Ingredients are high-quality and always fresh! It's a little bit spendier, but worth it for the quality.
Where we go when we're looking for high-quality burritos, chimichangas, or tacos. Dining room is always super clean, usually not that packed, and has a bright, cheerful atmosphere.
Staff is always super nice & pleasant, as well! This has been one of our favorites for years, and has become one of our main go-to Mexican restaurants. And we eat A LOT of Mexican food, so we eat here quite a bit!
Jonathan Love
Love the staff here! Super friendly and delicious food. I got the enchiladas 😋
Nathaniel
Perfect example of a high quality, PDX taqueria. They have the best beef I’ve found. Avocados are always fresh.
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