Kalaveras
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About Kalaveras
Kalaveras in Montebello offers a vibrant and flavorful Mexican dining experience. Known for its lively ambiance with eye-catching décor and multiple TVs, it's a popular spot for everything from weekday lunches to date nights. Guests rave about the authentic cuisine, particularly the flavorful tacos,...
Kalaveras in Montebello offers a vibrant and flavorful Mexican dining experience. Known for its lively ambiance with eye-catching décor and multiple TVs, it's a popular spot for everything from weekday lunches to date nights. Guests rave about the authentic cuisine, particularly the flavorful tacos, birria, creamy guacamole, and refreshing ceviche. The lomo plate is also a customer favorite, offering a hearty and satisfying meal. Complimenting the food is a great selection of beers and expertly crafted cocktails. With fast service and a welcoming atmosphere, Kalaveras provides a memorable experience, complete with options for dine-in, takeout, and no-contact delivery. Live music enhances the atmosphere, and the restaurant also features sports events, breakfast, lunch, and local specialties.
What Customers Say About Kalaveras
Kalaveras in Montebello is a popular spot known for its vibrant atmosphere, delicious Mexican food, and friendly service. Many reviewers highlight the birria tacos, drinks, and overall experience. Some find it a bit pricey and note occasional inconsistencies in service and cleanliness.
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Tip: Visit during Taco Tuesday or happy hour for great value. Be aware that peak times can get very busy, so consider going early to avoid long wait times.
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Kalaveras Montebello Reviews
This was my first time visiting Kalaveras in Montebello, and we went for lunch to celebrate Karla’s birthday. From the moment we arrived, the atmosphere was welcoming and relaxed perfect for a weekday lunch outing. I ordered four tacos: pastor, carne asada, barbacoa, and chicken. My favorite was definitely the pastor full of flavor and really well prepared. The barbacoa was good but could have had a little more seasoning. I had the green salsa, which was mildly spicy and just right for me. For my drink, I ordered the berry mocktail. It was a bit sweet at first, but once I added some water, it tasted perfect and very refreshing. Some of the girls ordered the same tacos I did, while others tried the tacos de papa, and everyone seemed to enjoy their food. We celebrated Karla’s birthday during lunch, and she ordered a flan for dessert. We sang happy birthday, which made the moment feel extra special. The service was great friendly, attentive, and never rushed. The restaurant was clean, comfortable, and had a calm, pleasant vibe for a Tuesday afternoon. Another highlight was Taco Tuesday tacos were only $1.99, which made the experience even better. Overall, it was a really nice lunch, and I would definitely come back again.
This was the best Mexican restaurant I've been too on a very long time. Excellent food quality and service. Even the little things like the beverage, chips and salsa were spot on. I couldn't have been more impressed. Pleasant surprise for a lunch stop while traveling through the area.
Taco Tuesday here is nothing short of outstanding! The tacos were absolutely delicious—packed with flavor and made with high-quality, perfectly seasoned meat. Each bite was a reminder of how tacos should be done. What really elevated the evening was the happy hour—exceptional value and even better drinks. The cucumber margarita slushy deserves a special mention: incredibly refreshing, well-balanced, and dangerously good. Easily one of the best margaritas I’ve had in a long time. Great atmosphere, fast and friendly service, and a menu that delivers on all fronts. If you’re a taco lover or just looking for a fun and flavorful night out, this spot should be at the top of your list.
A must-visit for authentic Mexican food! The drinks are refreshing, the guacamole is fresh and creamy, and the ceviche is perfectly balanced. The lomo plate is a hearty, flavorful meal. Good tacos to try. Highly recommend! Great vibe for celebrating special moments, like a mom’s birthday! The staff provide excellent service, and the atmosphere is perfect for family gatherings.
My wife choose this place for date night and it was really good 🔥 The drinks were delicious 🍻 The food was savory 🤤 the birra tacos are recommend! Awesome ambiance. Nicely decorated. Like a really dope vibe. The staff was friendly. Great service. A little expensive for anyone who cares about a budget. Outdoor seating too! Get your pictures taken for a great memory.
Ambiance: Lots of wall decor and tvs in the bar area. I found it to be a bit dark personally.... think casino. Service: I went during happy hour right after work, and it seems to be really popular, so the place was pretty chaotic. (Wasn't a bad thing, just lots of people having a good time) I got everything I ordered fast and correct. I never had to wait long or ask multiple times. They were all very nice. Food: I really went for the cocktails, ended up trying 3, and enjoyed every single one. I also got the birria tacos, which were delicious and hot. I'd definitely be back!
First time at a Kalaveras and def coming back for more rounds! Now here’s my take on the prices for food and drinks. The food was delicious and service beyond and above. However, the food prices are okay for Mexican appetizers, and entrees. I don’t think it’s worth eating a $15-$25 dish if you’re already going to be spending $14 on cocktails. However, I really loved their rolled taquitos which was $14 something and their carne Asada quesadilla which was about the same price. As for their desserts I tried the churro and lava cake which was $14-$15 each. Like I said about their food, I don’t think their dessert is also worth that much for something small that’s not meant to be shared unless if you have a small appetite. Other than the food being expensive I enjoyed their cocktails and the ambiance so much that I’ll be coming back for drinks 🍹
Plenty of parking that is shared with the plaza. Peak times can get very busy with long wait times so go early! Outdoor patio is a fun vibe for lunch or dinner. The tables weren’t the cleanest even after the waitress got a rag to wipe it down, maybe because of the cracks in the table itself. And it kept rocking too even when I wedged a napkin under one of the legs- kinda noting especially when you have drinks on there. Groups of people come here to celebrate various occasions so def not a quiet spot if that’s what you’re looking for. They have tables that can accommodate large parties and groups outdoors, not sure how it is indoors. Drinks are great! Who doesn’t love a good Maragarita!? Get a flight to try all the flavors. The chamoy rim is so delicious I wish they had been more heavy handed with that. Service was nice. Our waitress really helped me pick out the dishes that I wanted and was really patient.
Really loved the ambiance of this place. The food was delicious and customer service was absolutely great! Place was clean (except for restrooms) and well decorated. I really enjoyed everything, except for the margarita flight. I was expecting the servings to be much bigger for $35. The presentation is lovely, but they were like sample size. Aside from that, the food was great in flavor and presentation. They also have a great selection of drinks to choose from. I ordered the Pasta a la Diabla and loved it! Will definitely try again if I'm ever back in LA.
I usually refrain from posting negative reviews, unless it's warranted. The micheladas are basic, and bland. Had to order a side of chips for the queso fundido. We saw our waiter and staff walking around as if the place was packed, but kept on being ignored to refill drinks, and bring us the extras we ordered. The parillada was bland too, the asada was overdone and had a wonderful charred taste to it, YUM! The Pasadena location was on point when it was opened. Stay away!
Worst service I ever had, waitress kept getting lost. The food was super overpriced and the food was petite size portions. This place is way overrated. Garbage, I would definitely go somewhere else next time. They try to make their Mexican food foo foo, please give me a break. Focus on your customer service skills. Unfortunately two thumbs down.
Waitress didn't introduce herself as I walked in.Also it took about a good 5 minutes plus before acknowledging me to offer a drink on a Tuesday & not bizzy at 230pm.Also when my drink came Waitress was her cell phone & didn't even acknowledged the thank you I said. I won't be coming back. Now Tacos Gueras has a lunch truck and those tacos are the BOMB!!! for $2.50 Location Cesar Chaves and Alma just be careful with her Chile cause is HOTTER than King Taco!!🤣
I came here with my lady , for mother's Day brunch. Got here around 2 pm .. had a reservation. They seated me in a booth that had the ordor of a dirty diaper! When I asked what the smell, I was told, it maybe the air conditioning! I didnn't know how to receive that answer. But whatever. Later , when met with the check , I noticed I spent $101 dollars on subpar menu and service. I'll never eat here again. Especially on a special day like mother's day! I'm embarrassed to have invited my girlfriend on her day of celebration. Wow, Kaleveras !!! Shame on you !!!! Don't go here in Montebello!!! The chips were stale, the mimosas were served in a kid party cup, and the food was horrible ... I should've just cooked at home!!! Happy Mother's Day!!! 👎🏾
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854 N Garfield Ave, Montebello, CA 90640
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