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El Cerrito

Mexican · Menlo Park

4.5 · 468 reviews Google

About El Cerrito

En El Cerrito, ubicado en Menlo Park, te damos la bienvenida a un rincón de México donde la tradición y el sabor se encuentran. Disfruta de porciones generosas de nuestros platos clásicos, desde burritos contundentes hasta exquisitos platillos de mole, elaborados con recetas auténticas. Con una valo...

En El Cerrito, ubicado en Menlo Park, te damos la bienvenida a un rincón de México donde la tradición y el sabor se encuentran. Disfruta de porciones generosas de nuestros platos clásicos, desde burritos contundentes hasta exquisitos platillos de mole, elaborados con recetas auténticas. Con una valoración de 4.5 estrellas, nos enorgullece ofrecer una experiencia culinaria memorable en un ambiente acogedor y familiar.

What Customers Say About El Cerrito

El Cerrito is a well-regarded Mexican restaurant known for its generous portions, delicious food, and friendly service. Many reviewers specifically praise the fish tacos, crab enchiladas, and complimentary chips and salsa. The atmosphere is family-friendly and welcoming.

Popular Dishes

Fish Tacos (3) crab enchilada Asada Super Taco Chille Rellano Mexican Sope Crispy Flautas pastor burrito enchiladas suizas

Best For

Families Locals Casual Quick Bite

Tip: Portions are generous, consider sharing or being prepared to take leftovers. Ask for the hot picante!

Features

🌳 Outdoor 🅿️ Parking 🚗 Delivery Accessible 🌅 Breakfast 🍽️ Lunch 🌙 Dinner Coffee
🎯 Casual 🛋️ Cozy 👨‍👩‍👧 Family 👥 Groups

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Frequently asked questions about El Cerrito

El Cerrito is located at 325 Sharon Park Dr B4, Menlo Park, CA 94025, Menlo Park.
El Cerrito offers mexican cuisine.
El Cerrito has regular opening hours. Check their profile for updated schedules.
El Cerrito offers the following services: dine-in, takeaway, delivery.
The most recommended dishes at El Cerrito based on customer reviews are: Fish Tacos, crab enchilada, Asada Super Taco, Chille Rellano, Mexican Sope.
El Cerrito is ideal for families, locals, casual dining, quick bites.
El Cerrito is a well-regarded Mexican restaurant known for its generous portions, delicious food, and friendly service. Many reviewers specifically praise the fish tacos, crab enchiladas, and complimentary chips and salsa. The atmosphere is family-friendly and welcoming.
Portions are generous, consider sharing or being prepared to take leftovers. Ask for the hot picante!
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El Cerrito Menlo Park Reviews

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Reviews (40)
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Andrew J. Yang

I ate here with my childhood best friend over the holidays. I am an avid Mexican food lover, both as a consumer and in the kitchen. I've eaten Mexican restaurant across the U.S. and Mexico, and without hyperbole, this seafood shrimp plate (Camarones Veracruz) was probably the best seafood dish I've had, which to be honest I was not expecting. The shrimp was fresh and perfectly cooked - so tender yet firm. The sauce, probably made from some concoction of Guajillo chiles, chipotle, tomatoes, onions, and garlic, was also perfect. The enchilada was wonderful as well. Everything about thie plate was perfection. I had a nice Jarritos Tamarindo to go alongside the meal as well. The service was very friendly. I would give this establishment 10 stars if I could. If I didn't live in Iceland, I would eat here at least twice a week.

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Dongha Kim

It's quite hard to find a proper Mexican place nearby. Me and my wife loves the fish taco and camarones a la diabla (deviled shrimp). If I visit Stanford again, this is the first place I want to have a lunch. Personal best.

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Lunchdutylegend

Great place to get Mexican Food, generous portions. Delicious food at a good price. The service was outstanding. We enjoyed the beef burrito and tropical chicken salad. The horchata and hibiscus drinks were perfect with our meals. I highly recommend if you are looking for great service and great food.

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Valley

Overall pretty solid, we ordered the Aztecs and it was filling. We added chicken to the quesadilla and it was seasoned so well. Definitely want to come back, this fed two people and we were both full 👍🏻🌮

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Kate Smith

We had a phenomenal lunch here today! The food was excellent and service was exceptional. The lovely waiter brought yummy chips and salsa to the table, and I ordered extra guac which was nicely seasoned. For mains we had a pastor burrito and enchiladas suizas - both came with rice and refried beans, and both were absolutely delicious! Portions were so generous we had to take half home for later! We will absolutely be back, what a great find.

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Alex Campbell

Absolutely amazing our second time coming here. Me and my co-worker Christian is phenomenal. Definitely highly recommend eating here. Great service. Great atmosphere. Very friendly family family run place. If you come to town you have to go here. Delicious food 🤤🤤

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Christina Jain

What a hidden gem! Solid American-Mexican food served in a homey setting that slightly feels like a 70s diner. Really friendly service and the portions are generous! I loved the grilled sea bass plate and the taco salad, which was lightly dressed even without me having to ask! There were plenty of folks there but we were seated right away at 12:30pm on a Friday. Both indoor and outdoor seating is available!

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R Katia Bellomo

Great authentic Mexican food. Fresh and crispy complimentary nachos as starters! Good portions and quality. Everything was cooked perfectly and the margarita was very good too. Fast and kind service. I’d definitely go back. Highly recommended!

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Dovalyn Hiram

Sitting down outside to have lunch was wonderful. First time here and the food did not disappoint. We had a nice personable hostess, Yolanda, who seated us immediately.

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Divya Agrawal

Amazing food and outstanding customer service! We ordered Chille Rellano, Mexican Sope, Crispy Flautas and loved it all. Food was too much, and we had ample leftovers!

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Kevin Delos Santos

Very good Mexican restaurant with generous portion sizes. Service was also very good, didn’t even have to ask to have another round of chips and salsa given to me. I’m hoping I continue having job sites nearby so I can come visit again for lunch.

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Nathan Maschler

From the complimentary chips and salsa to the delicious crab enchilada, El Cerrito never skipped a beat, the portions were generous and the food cooked to perfection. Service remained quick and friendly for the duration of our stay. Although, compared to the competition the prices seemed a little steep, ranging from $15-$20 per main dish, personally I'd say it was still worth it though.

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Danny G

Food, service and atmosphere are great. Had an Asada Super Taco and a couple Fish Tacos. Enjoyed the Asada more although the fish was good as well. Recommend

Andrew J. Yang
Andrew J. Yang

I ate here with my childhood best friend over the holidays. I am an avid Mexican food lover, both as a consumer and in the kitchen. I've eaten Mexican restaurant across the U.S. and Mexico, and without hyperbole, this seafood shrimp plate (Camarones Veracruz) was probably the best seafood dish I've had, which to be honest I was not expecting. The shrimp was fresh and perfectly cooked - so tender yet firm. The sauce, probably made from some concoction of Guajillo chiles, chipotle, tomatoes, onions, and garlic, was also perfect. The enchilada was wonderful as well. Everything about thie plate was perfection. I had a nice Jarritos Tamarindo to go alongside the meal as well. The service was very friendly. I would give this establishment 10 stars if I could. If I didn't live in Iceland, I would eat here at least twice a week.

Dongha Kim
Dongha Kim

It's quite hard to find a proper Mexican place nearby. Me and my wife loves the fish taco and camarones a la diabla (deviled shrimp). If I visit Stanford again, this is the first place I want to have a lunch. Personal best.

Lunchdutylegend
Lunchdutylegend

Great place to get Mexican Food, generous portions. Delicious food at a good price. The service was outstanding. We enjoyed the beef burrito and tropical chicken salad. The horchata and hibiscus drinks were perfect with our meals. I highly recommend if you are looking for great service and great food.

Valley
Valley

Overall pretty solid, we ordered the Aztecs and it was filling. We added chicken to the quesadilla and it was seasoned so well. Definitely want to come back, this fed two people and we were both full 👍🏻🌮

Christina Jain
Christina Jain

What a hidden gem! Solid American-Mexican food served in a homey setting that slightly feels like a 70s diner. Really friendly service and the portions are generous! I loved the grilled sea bass plate and the taco salad, which was lightly dressed even without me having to ask! There were plenty of folks there but we were seated right away at 12:30pm on a Friday. Both indoor and outdoor seating is available!

Kate Smith
Kate Smith

We had a phenomenal lunch here today! The food was excellent and service was exceptional. The lovely waiter brought yummy chips and salsa to the table, and I ordered extra guac which was nicely seasoned. For mains we had a pastor burrito and enchiladas suizas - both came with rice and refried beans, and both were absolutely delicious! Portions were so generous we had to take half home for later! We will absolutely be back, what a great find.

Alex Campbell
Alex Campbell

Absolutely amazing our second time coming here. Me and my co-worker Christian is phenomenal. Definitely highly recommend eating here. Great service. Great atmosphere. Very friendly family family run place. If you come to town you have to go here. Delicious food 🤤🤤

R Katia Bellomo
R Katia Bellomo

Great authentic Mexican food. Fresh and crispy complimentary nachos as starters! Good portions and quality. Everything was cooked perfectly and the margarita was very good too. Fast and kind service. I’d definitely go back. Highly recommended!

Dovalyn Hiram
Dovalyn Hiram

Sitting down outside to have lunch was wonderful. First time here and the food did not disappoint. We had a nice personable hostess, Yolanda, who seated us immediately.

Divya Agrawal
Divya Agrawal

Amazing food and outstanding customer service! We ordered Chille Rellano, Mexican Sope, Crispy Flautas and loved it all. Food was too much, and we had ample leftovers!

Kevin Delos Santos
Kevin Delos Santos

Very good Mexican restaurant with generous portion sizes. Service was also very good, didn’t even have to ask to have another round of chips and salsa given to me. I’m hoping I continue having job sites nearby so I can come visit again for lunch.

Nathan Maschler
Nathan Maschler

From the complimentary chips and salsa to the delicious crab enchilada, El Cerrito never skipped a beat, the portions were generous and the food cooked to perfection. Service remained quick and friendly for the duration of our stay. Although, compared to the competition the prices seemed a little steep, ranging from $15-$20 per main dish, personally I'd say it was still worth it though.

Danny G
Danny G

Food, service and atmosphere are great. Had an Asada Super Taco and a couple Fish Tacos. Enjoyed the Asada more although the fish was good as well. Recommend

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Phil H (Phil)

Very nice service and hot delicious food. Thumbs up and please keep up doing a good job!

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Ann Mahon-olinger

Loved this place , I will be back many more times. Loved everything about this place. Great food great service friendly staff. Just the place I needed to be.

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Craig Kawashima

Lovely spot next to Safeway, but don’t trust Apple Maps because they’ll take you to CVS! The food here was so good with great portion size. Got the super burrito with carne asada. The meat was so flavorful and crisped up nicely. Definitely gets busy!

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Anup Sabbi

Very friendly service, lovely people! Amazing food! Fish Tacos are awesome. Grilled Sea bass was really good. Fish is very fresh and flavorful. Will definitely come back. Highly recommend.

Craig Kawashima
Craig Kawashima

Lovely spot next to Safeway, but don’t trust Apple Maps because they’ll take you to CVS! The food here was so good with great portion size. Got the super burrito with carne asada. The meat was so flavorful and crisped up nicely. Definitely gets busy!

Anup Sabbi
Anup Sabbi

Very friendly service, lovely people! Amazing food! Fish Tacos are awesome. Grilled Sea bass was really good. Fish is very fresh and flavorful. Will definitely come back. Highly recommend.

Phil H (Phil)
Phil H (Phil)

Very nice service and hot delicious food. Thumbs up and please keep up doing a good job!

Linda C. Cork
Linda C. Cork

I have eaten here many times. The service and food are great.the portions are generous, too. It can get a little crowded. But there is also comfortable seating outside in the shade which also has heating for cooler weather.

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Vritti Rohira

Ordered the crab enchiladas and chicken quesadilla Meat was in good quantity in both Oh, do ask for their hot picante! Staff were very friendly and warm and we loved the em!

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Vishaal Ekbote

Nov 7th 2024 Stopped for a quick lunch Chorizo tacos - 😋 Wifey got the carnitas tacos - 😋 Al pastor tacos were OK they could do with a little more seasoning They should have more salsa flavors ! Service was top !

Vritti Rohira
Vritti Rohira

Ordered the crab enchiladas and chicken quesadilla Meat was in good quantity in both Oh, do ask for their hot picante! Staff were very friendly and warm and we loved the em!

Vishaal Ekbote
Vishaal Ekbote

Nov 7th 2024 Stopped for a quick lunch Chorizo tacos - 😋 Wifey got the carnitas tacos - 😋 Al pastor tacos were OK they could do with a little more seasoning They should have more salsa flavors ! Service was top !

Zelenia Vasquez
Zelenia Vasquez

I always got a chile relleno there is delicious. But , I got today and they just give me a cheese wrapped inn egg. .. they told me that is chile relleno, very disappointed..

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Christina M

This used to be my favorite dish but recently the meat is always burnt and apparently they don’t read notes from DoorDash! This is what you serve to customers??

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325 Sharon Park Dr B4, Menlo Park, CA 94025

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