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Taqueria La Bamba in Mountain View is a two star Mexican restaurant. This is a moderately priced restaurant. This place features lunch.
5.0 of 5 stars.
Just ate my free burrito for becoming facebook friends with La Bamba. Great super burrito (with the optional jalapenos added of course). Recommended highly! I think the pollo asado is my top choice...
yelp.com - user review - 10/15/2009
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1.0 of 5 stars.
All I can say is "wow." Because I cannot believe all the positive reviews on here. My experience was very different. When I moved to Mountain View, I was excited to explore all the different...
yelp.com - user review - 10/12/2009
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5.0 of 5 stars.
For 20 years I've patronized this taqueria, and for as many years I've measured the goodness of every other burrito I've ever had against La Bamba burritos. Few have ever come close to the...
yelp.com - user review - 10/11/2009
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4.0 of 5 stars.
First things first, I am in no way an expert on Mexican food. All of my SoCal friends assure me that I don't know what I'm missing, so I know my exposure to really good Mexican food is pretty...
yelp.com - user review - 10/09/2009
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3.0 of 5 stars.
ate here a while back and not much to write about besides that it was okay, nothing memorable. had the carnitas since that was what they are known for. it was aight, but it's not like I'm an expert at...
yelp.com - user review - 10/08/2009
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4.0 of 5 stars.
The carnitas is perfect.
yelp.com - user review - 10/07/2009
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3.0 of 5 stars.
I've ate here twice now & both times I got the carnitas burritos. The first time it was pretty good, but definetly not as hyped as it is on here. The second time I went the meat in the burrito could...
yelp.com - user review - 10/05/2009
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1.0 of 5 stars.
After reading quite a few reviews, I rwas eally looking forward to going here. Unfortanately, it wasn't good at all. I didn't order a burrito, but I did try the pupusas. All they did was reheat them...
yelp.com - user review - 10/03/2009
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5.0 of 5 stars.
Best carnitas burritos in the Bay Area at the hole in the wall location. Downside is seating is very very limited. The other location in downtown MV has plenty of seating, however, it can be hit or...
yelp.com - user review - 10/01/2009
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5.0 of 5 stars.
I looooove this place! I've been coming here since 2000 and as long as I'm in the area, my choice for a super burrito will be laaa-laa bamba!I don't know the name of the guy (he has a bald head), but...
yelp.com - user review - 09/25/2009
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4.0 of 5 stars.
Yummy....Really good burritos...that's all I have had. Tastes more like authentic mexican and portions are huge. I could make 2 meals from 1 burrito. The only downside to this place is that it has...
yelp.com - user review - 09/25/2009
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5.0 of 5 stars.
This place definitely has the best burritos and tacos I've ever had. Highly recommend to anyone, service is very fast even during long lines at lunch. Huge portions and reasonably priced. Pupusas are...
yelp.com - user review - 09/24/2009
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5.0 of 5 stars.
Pretty fantastic taqueria. I always go for the al pastor. Its crisphy, spicy, and delicious.
yelp.com - user review - 09/22/2009
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4.0 of 5 stars.
Wow! Fast service even at noon.Very good burrito with flavorful fillings. Looking forward to going back sometime.
yelp.com - user review - 09/21/2009
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5.0 of 5 stars.
This is the "reference" burrito for me...the burrito that all others are compared to.I've been going here for over ten years and get occasional cravings that can only be satisfied at this place....
yelp.com - user review - 09/21/2009
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4.0 of 5 stars.
After a YEE, the crew came here to eat. Having never been here, I tried the fish tacos. It came out promptly but sadly, there was no free chips and salsa like there is at my local taqueria. The fish...
yelp.com - user review - 09/16/2009
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5.0 of 5 stars.
I would recommend this place when you're in Mountain View. It's just as good as the burritos in the Mission. Get the carne asada super burrito everytime.
yelp.com - user review - 09/11/2009
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5.0 of 5 stars.
The super burrito is the length of my forearm and a whole lot thicker. The tacos are cheap in price but not in taste. This taqeuria has a funky, divy kind of feel to it which enhances the overall...
yelp.com - user review - 09/08/2009
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5.0 of 5 stars.
Certainly one of the best burritos I've ever had. The carne asada and al pastor super burritos were both incredible. Rumor has it, that the burritos are not as good as they once were, but I truly...
yelp.com - user review - 09/08/2009
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4.0 of 5 stars.
La Costena next door used to win Best Burrito in Mountain View every year. That was until Taqueria La Bamba starting winning that honor.Every time I go here, I get the carnitas burrito. It's simply...
yelp.com - user review - 09/08/2009
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4.0 of 5 stars.
Delicious through and through. While there are many providers of victuals originating south of the american border, not all of them are equal. Taqueria La Bamba has been my go to place for veg...
yelp.com - user review - 09/04/2009
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5.0 of 5 stars.
THE BEST BURRITO in ALL THE WORLD!!!This place is knock down the best mexican restaurant/ burrito joint the world has ever seen. They also have funky drinks out on the counter and other strange items...
yelp.com - user review - 09/03/2009
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5.0 of 5 stars.
Hands Down, Best Burritos and Quesadillas ever!
yelp.com - user review - 09/01/2009
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3.0 of 5 stars.
I have worked in Palo Alto for 10 yrs and have really had a hard time finding quality Mexican food around the area. I will have to say that La Bamba is the only Taqueria close by that I will eat at...
yelp.com - user review - 08/31/2009
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5.0 of 5 stars.
I tried it again - for the second time. Still agree with myself - best burrito in MV.
yelp.com - user review - 08/30/2009
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3.0 of 5 stars.
Never before has Yelp let me down so badly. I wanted some good mexican and so I looked this place up on Yelp. It had the highest reviews of any place close to me. Talk about disappointment. I'm...
yelp.com - user review - 08/27/2009
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5.0 of 5 stars.
Yummy carnitas.Better than La CostenaCan be tough to park.
yelp.com - user review - 08/27/2009
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3.0 of 5 stars.
Went here because yelp had good remarks. For me it's a typical burrito place, nothing special. Although it was pretty crowded during lunch. Ended up ordering:Al Pastor Quesadilla: it was good, above...
yelp.com - user review - 08/27/2009
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4.0 of 5 stars.
La Bamba is the best for their pupusas. Taste very authentic, and not as expensive as most places I've seen. Great quality here. I would've given it 5 stars if it weren't for the parking situation....
yelp.com - user review - 08/26/2009
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5.0 of 5 stars.
Best burrito I've had in the Bay Area. Over a few years of experimentation, I've landed on my favorite: the super burrito with refried beans, carnitas, extra onions, extra cilantro, and jalapenos. Get...
yelp.com - user review - 08/26/2009
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4.0 of 5 stars.
I've been to probably 100 taquerias and I'd say this one is definitely in the top 5. I had a carne asada burrito and it was delicious. The asada had a really good flavor and the salsa was real good....
yelp.com - user review - 08/23/2009
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4.0 of 5 stars.
I was craving me some authentic Mexican food and wanted to try a different location, then all the places in Fremont. Checked old faithful Yelp and saw this place in Mountain View will all these...
yelp.com - user review - 08/23/2009
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4.0 of 5 stars.
Delicious delicious delicious!I've gone here when i was a kid but this was the first time returning and it just goes to show that fancy meals doesn't necessarily equal a memorable experience. I found...
yelp.com - user review - 08/16/2009
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4.0 of 5 stars.
I had a cheese pupusa and a taco with chili verde and both were really good. The taco was so full of meat, i couldn't pick it up. I wish the cabbage salad for the pupusa looked a little fresher but...
yelp.com - user review - 08/14/2009
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5.0 of 5 stars.
mmmmm... I just visited La Bamba today... Burrito perfection... moist, soft beans, home made rice that's fluffy, a perfect blend of salsa chopped down to bit size- and crunchy carnitas on the...
yelp.com - user review - 08/12/2009
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5.0 of 5 stars.
Not that I'm a particular connoisseur, but I have not had a better burrito in the bay area. For example, the tongue burrito is amazing, and I can get it with black beans and a whole wheat tortilla. My...
yelp.com - user review - 08/11/2009
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5.0 of 5 stars.
Tasty nomnom deliciousness. So far I've only been twice, but both times have been amazing. I've gotten the chile verde burrito and the quesadilla suiza. Both were amazing.
yelp.com - user review - 08/10/2009
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5.0 of 5 stars.
the al pastor super burrito is the BEST burrito i have EVER had. I am from San Diego. It doesn't get better than this.
yelp.com - user review - 08/10/2009
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5.0 of 5 stars.
The best Taqueria in the area! This place serves great Costa Rican style fare. It is not Mexican! I personally go for the carne asada quesadillas filled with a generous amount of meat. I also like...
yelp.com - user review - 08/07/2009
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5.0 of 5 stars.
Good, fast, and cheap, what more do you want? This is the place to go for a crispy carnitas burrito or quesadilla. The tamales are awesome, and the tacos are good too. I even liked the grilled...
yelp.com - user review - 08/06/2009
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4.0 of 5 stars.
Went here last month with co-workers on a Friday night to unwind from the long work week. The building is a bright yellow color, so it's impossible to miss.The line wait was not very long. Good...
yelp.com - user review - 08/05/2009
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4.0 of 5 stars.
We had a late dinner here after an Elite event.It was close, cheap, and my hubby had liked the food at their other location.I had a pupusa for the first time, and it was tasty!!!I also had grilled...
yelp.com - user review - 08/04/2009
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5.0 of 5 stars.
I've had burritos, tacos and tamales, and they're all very good. I especially like the pollo (chicken) asado and the chile colorado (beef).
yelp.com - user review - 08/03/2009
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1.0 of 5 stars.
yuck, I mean really, yuck. I've stopped here four times in the past months, each time hoping there was just something I missed. First time I ordered the chicken tacos. Cheap taco meat, everything...
yelp.com - user review - 08/01/2009
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4.0 of 5 stars.
Came here after an event at another restaurant. Crowd led us here. Wow. I was impressed because I ordered a quesadilla and it was more like a burrito. It was rolled like a burrito, but grilled...
yelp.com - user review - 07/31/2009
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3.0 of 5 stars.
Came here after the YEE for food. I think everyone was hungie. I remember the food being better at Flor's UYE. Maybe it was what I ordered. I end up ordering the Fish Tacos, they were alright. I...
yelp.com - user review - 07/30/2009
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5.0 of 5 stars.
Pretty near the best tacos (if not the best tacos) in theBay Area. Love the carnitas, also the al pastor.The chicken is really awesome. The tamales are good.Fast and efficient. Always get the...
yelp.com - user review - 07/26/2009
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5.0 of 5 stars.
People from Mexico or El Salvador say, "There's nowhere to get real authentic latin food around here." To which I ask, "What about Taqueria La Bamba or Fiesta Del Mar?" "Oh, well, I meant besides...
yelp.com - user review - 07/26/2009
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5.0 of 5 stars.
I've been eating here for 20 years (no kidding). This place has always been my favorite because every dish is so flavorfull. I've been to dozens of taquerias from San Francisco to San Jose. La Bamba...
yelp.com - user review - 07/25/2009
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5.0 of 5 stars.
i totally agree with eric l. - one of the best burritos i've ever had!! and i didn't get diarrhea (unlike at la costena - see below review)! i don't know what it is...maybe the salsa, maybe the beans,...
yelp.com - user review - 07/16/2009
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5.0 of 5 stars.
I would highly recommend this taqueria. The food is amazing. I try to come here as often as possible. The staff is always very friendly. I have been coming here for many years and never had ONE...
yelp.com - user review - 07/16/2009
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2.0 of 5 stars.
I remember going here one time really hungover with some friends and the food being the best I'd ever eaten. But on a recent second visit, the carnitas were flavorless and really dry. I was so sad...
yelp.com - user review - 07/15/2009
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5.0 of 5 stars.
Best burrito I've ever had? Yes.Granted, I haven't had that many burrito's in my life.After work I went there for dinner. My companion said they're known for their carnitas, so I took his word and...
yelp.com - user review - 07/15/2009
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3.0 of 5 stars.
I think I might have to downgrade. I got a carnitas burrito here today, and it was dry.. not so good today. I don't think I'll be back for a while.
yelp.com - user review - 07/13/2009
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4.0 of 5 stars.
Yummy carnitas. Mexican coke. Can't go wrong.
yelp.com - user review - 07/11/2009
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5.0 of 5 stars.
There are two locations! Both serve the same great food. Go to the location on 152 Castro street (near the tracks next to Z pizza). There are a ton of places to sit (unlike the Old Middlefield...
yelp.com - user review - 07/09/2009
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3.0 of 5 stars.
I've heard people say that La Bamba is great, but I'm just not feeling it. I ordered a regular burrito with carnitas. The carnitas inside was good -- it was dry and a bit crispy -- not the wet...
yelp.com - user review - 07/05/2009
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4.0 of 5 stars.
We have burritos probably four times a week and we usually choose between La Bamba and Los Charros downtown. La Bamba has delicious burritos, especially the bean and cheese and carnitas (crispy and...
yelp.com - user review - 07/03/2009
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4.0 of 5 stars.
Came here a while back and ordered the nachos and it was real good :) Way better than anything in San Jose. The carnitas here is pretty good and so is the chicken. Real fresh and chewy, the way I like...
yelp.com - user review - 07/03/2009
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5.0 of 5 stars.
I drive here weekly for my office (in Sunnyvale), place fax orders with anywhere from 2-10 different orders & they do an excellent job of keeping it all straight & writing my office-mates names on...
yelp.com - user review - 06/30/2009
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5.0 of 5 stars.
Best burrito I have ever eaten. My wife and I will drive to mountain view just to eat here!
yelp.com - user review - 06/21/2009
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4.0 of 5 stars.
Growing up in Santa Barbara I have pretty high standard for Mexican food, and this is it! Still cant decide if I like here or Los Charros more, but definitely one of the top two places for Mexican in...
yelp.com - user review - 06/15/2009
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4.0 of 5 stars.
There are 3 burrito places on this block and this is by far the best. The Lengua super burrito is what we usually get. It's good sized and the price is right. Friendly staff everytime we go there...
yelp.com - user review - 06/08/2009
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5.0 of 5 stars.
I ate here sometimes daily from 1996-2006 and it is the benchmark by which all others are measured. This is the epicenter of all that is burrito. Lesser burritos cower in fear of this place. Papusas...
yelp.com - user review - 06/05/2009
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5.0 of 5 stars.
Mexican with an El Salvadorian twist... suffice to say, this place is in a class of it's own. You can't really compare it to other traditional Mexican joints around because it's not completely...
yelp.com - user review - 06/04/2009
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5.0 of 5 stars.
The burritos are made with delicious tortillas, fresh veggies (the veggie burrito is amazing) and high quality meat (this is coming from a native Arizonan). The atmosphere is simple, the restroom are...
yelp.com - user review - 06/03/2009
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5.0 of 5 stars.
Carnitas burrito with jalepenos, please. The carnitas is crunchy, tender, and flavorful. This is my go to mexican restaurant in Mt View.
yelp.com - user review - 05/30/2009
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3.0 of 5 stars.
La Bamba is alright. The burritos are of goodly size, and I like the rice. I'm not a fan of the mild salsa, but that's because I find it too onion-ey. Also, while the chicken itself was tasty, the...
yelp.com - user review - 05/28/2009
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5.0 of 5 stars.
I drive from miles away, and wait on planes to return home to visit La Bamba.I take business colleagues and friends a like to watch the Burrito Ninjas whip out your burrito in stop watch challenging...
yelp.com - user review - 05/28/2009
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5.0 of 5 stars.
I would give this place a 4.5, but there are no halves so i rounded up and gave it a 5! i would have to say, this place is fast and the meat is pretty good, and theyre generous. the reason why its not...
yelp.com - user review - 05/25/2009
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5.0 of 5 stars.
heard so much hype about the Carnita burrito....that i went back and tried that instead of the carene asada....wow...bigg defference and its really good....damn......also tried the pupussas and those...
yelp.com - user review - 05/21/2009
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3.0 of 5 stars.
La Bamba just didn't do it for me. I am not sure if it is between their hard to find parking or high prices? Oh and they didn't give me chips. My burrito was ok, it was too small for the price. I...
yelp.com - user review - 05/21/2009
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5.0 of 5 stars.
Oh my lordy lord, this place is DA BOMB YO!Their burritos are fantastic... they don't have that huge puddle of grease at the end that is so typical of fatso burritos such as these, and the meat they...
yelp.com - user review - 05/21/2009
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4.0 of 5 stars.
It's a good place to grab a burrito when you're getting tired of La Vic's. The carnitas super burrito is good and they actually fill their burritos up with meat instead of just rice and beans. It gets...
yelp.com - user review - 05/17/2009
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5.0 of 5 stars.
This is perhaps my favorite burrito anywhere. Beware that it is a big burrito! When I was at Stanford, we would drive down to Mountain View for burritos. I still drive over from Sunnyvale sometimes...
yelp.com - user review - 05/16/2009
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5.0 of 5 stars.
This is my favorite burrito place in the Bay Area! The caritas burritos are the best. Every time I visit the South Bay, I have to stop here for a burrito.
yelp.com - user review - 05/15/2009
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4.0 of 5 stars.
This place is in my opinion the best burrito in town (for Mt View area).I love Taqueria Los Altos across the street just as much but, La Bamba has the edge because of the Salvadorian / Mexican fusion...
yelp.com - user review - 05/12/2009
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4.0 of 5 stars.
Being a pescatarian in Mountain View can definitely be challenging at times. However, you can't go wrong with La Bamba - it's my old standby. With an already limited menu, I believe there are only...
yelp.com - user review - 05/04/2009
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5.0 of 5 stars.
I was sad when I moved to San Carlos, there were a few places that I knew I'd miss being able to frequent conveniently, namely Taqueria la Bamba. Not that San Carlos was that far away, but it's so...
yelp.com - user review - 04/29/2009
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5.0 of 5 stars.
This is my favorite corner of the famed "Burrito Triangle", the others being Taqueria Los Altos and La Costena all within walking distance of each other.I live nearby this location and have been to...
yelp.com - user review - 04/26/2009
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4.0 of 5 stars.
tamale really does hit the spot. it is SO incredibly good =)
yelp.com - user review - 04/20/2009
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4.0 of 5 stars.
I use to live in the area, so I've eaten here quite a bit. Hands down the best burritos in the area, I particularly like the carna asada. The pupusas are awesome too, I get them with pork. So good...
yelp.com - user review - 04/16/2009
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5.0 of 5 stars.
WOW... had to go back. Chile Verde Super Burrito and a Pupusa. OH EM GEE HAX/FML.I can't not give this place 5 stars now.
yelp.com - user review - 04/16/2009
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4.0 of 5 stars.
The burritos here are almost as good as the ones next door...they are not quite as big, but almost. Great food overall!
yelp.com - user review - 04/16/2009
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3.0 of 5 stars.
you know, people really love this place. So i go every once in awhile. But it's not so good you freak out. I mean, you take a bite out of the burrito, and it's not as though you start getting...
yelp.com - user review - 04/16/2009
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4.0 of 5 stars.
whooo.. huge burrito.dear lord..i got the carnitas super burrito.. i wasn't that satisfied with the meat since i'm used to carnitas being soft and not crunchy how they make it..their salsa was really...
yelp.com - user review - 04/08/2009
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2.0 of 5 stars.
This place is great for the area. I've been here maybe 12 times over the past 8 years.... mainly with coworkers who love this place. I've been to taquerias in LA. San Diego, Texas, little places in...
yelp.com - user review - 04/08/2009
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5.0 of 5 stars.
You have to try the steak quesadilla here! It's number 5!! Best quesadilla I have ever eaten in my life! I felt like I've died and went to heaven eating it!!
yelp.com - user review - 04/08/2009
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4.0 of 5 stars.
It'd get 5 stars if the line wasn't so long and you could get a place to sit, but read more...Probably my favorite burrito in the bay area. Been going for 15 years and always a treat. We make lunch...
yelp.com - user review - 03/31/2009
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5.0 of 5 stars.
The "best burrito" can be fighting words around San Jose, but this place is worth going toe-to-toe for. My first clue many years ago was the line out the door at lunch everyday. The selection of...
yelp.com - user review - 03/28/2009
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4.0 of 5 stars.
When my office moved from Foster City to Mountain View, I was bummed that I would be leaving my old stomping grounds - but also excited to try out some new spots.I did a little online research before...
yelp.com - user review - 03/27/2009
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5.0 of 5 stars.
You know what? I complained about price before, but it's totally worth it. I went to El Norteno Taco Truck in SF to have their carnitas burrito. Then a couple days later I went to La Bamba for lunch...
yelp.com - user review - 03/25/2009
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3.0 of 5 stars.
i've had the best to the worst burritos up and down the pacific coast. since moving to mtn. view. i havent found a burrito shop that is worth bragging about. if i had to have a burrito in m.v., i'd...
yelp.com - user review - 03/25/2009
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4.0 of 5 stars.
Good tacos, yummy pupusas (though I don't think they used quesillo)!
yelp.com - user review - 03/24/2009
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4.0 of 5 stars.
There are three places in the Bay Area that fit the bill for best mexican food. It is La Bamba, LA Costena, and Taqueria El Grullense. I cannot decide between them which is the best but I do believe...
yelp.com - user review - 03/22/2009
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4.0 of 5 stars.
voted Best Mexican Restaurant in Mountain View. oh wait, voted Best El Salvadorian Restaurant in Mountain View. isnt El Salvador part of mexico?i really like the super burrito they make here, also the...
yelp.com - user review - 03/19/2009
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3.0 of 5 stars.
Came here for a quick lunch with the co-worker. I had the carnita regular burrito. Overall, the carnita was good..not dry...and I enjoyed the experience and after taxes, it was only $6. I don't...
yelp.com - user review - 03/18/2009
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2.0 of 5 stars.
Well a friend of mine highly recommended this place so I figured we'd give it a try. Unfortunately I was quite disappointed. THANKS FLORENCE. j/k lol.. but seriously. It doesnt even come close...
yelp.com - user review - 03/11/2009
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4.0 of 5 stars.
I love pupusas, lovelovelovelove them. But when my homegirl can't hook me up with some pupusas for free-ninety nine, I come here :) La Bamba is literally less than a five minute walk away from my...
yelp.com - user review - 03/06/2009
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1.0 of 5 stars.
Meh, went here on the spur of the moment. This place is way overrated! Was attracted by the "Best Burrito of Mountain View" signs and the bright yellow exterior decor. Got the nachos and carne asada...
yelp.com - user review - 03/02/2009
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5.0 of 5 stars.
It was so good that I couldn't stay away, so I went back again for dinner and ordered another grilled chicken burrito with a cheese papusa. The burrito was phenomenal, as usual. I think they load it...
yelp.com - user review - 03/02/2009
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5.0 of 5 stars.
I've only tried the tacos here... and they were the mothafacking shiznitz.. makes my mouth watah just thinking about it. The carne asada was typical item you find at any Mexican place, but oh man......
yelp.com - user review - 02/19/2009
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5.0 of 5 stars.
I had a pollo asada super burrito here last night. No rice, extra jalapenos. After 6 months beholden to DC's wretched burriterias, it was as if the lid had been ripped from the well and I sat soaked...
yelp.com - user review - 02/17/2009
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5.0 of 5 stars.
My Dad has been insisting on getting take out from here. INSISTING.Now I know why. I'm not even a usual carnitas orderer -- but the carnitas burrito was in fact the BEST BURRITO I've ever had.I know...
yelp.com - user review - 02/17/2009
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5.0 of 5 stars.
Located in "Burrito Row" in Los Altos/Mountain View, La Bamba offers fast mexican food at low cost. A favorite among locals, it gets rave reviews from local newspapers.(Scales are 1-5, same as Yelp...
yelp.com - user review - 02/13/2009
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5.0 of 5 stars.
Taqueria La Bamba has perfected what we all know as the burrito. I can't believe I found this place so late in my life. All those years I wasted at Chipotle...
yelp.com - user review - 02/06/2009
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5.0 of 5 stars.
These guys make a very good burrito -one of the best in Northern California. Also, did I mention the honest staff? Recently, I accidentally overpaid (two bills stuck together) and the owner/family...
yelp.com - user review - 02/04/2009
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4.0 of 5 stars.
I try to do lunch here once a week, it's that good, and it's fairly quick. My favorite is a Regular Carnitas burrito with black beans and cheese. I think it's the best burrito in Mt. View, hands...
yelp.com - user review - 02/03/2009
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4.0 of 5 stars.
I remember it like it was yesterday... it was fall of '91, or maybe spring of '92, and three of us, newbies to the area, were talking like we knew anything about burritos. Another guy, who'd lived...
yelp.com - user review - 02/02/2009
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5.0 of 5 stars.
I would KILL for a burrito from La Bamba.The first thing that strikes you when you pick one up is, 'OOF, this is heavy!' After you unwrap the tin foil from this beast of a burrito and take your first...
yelp.com - user review - 02/01/2009
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2.0 of 5 stars.
This place is decent. I've been here a few times for their burritos but I didn't really like them. The parking is horrible and the so is the wait. There were times when it took me over 30 mins just...
yelp.com - user review - 01/29/2009
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4.0 of 5 stars.
Aye Carumba, It's La Bamba! So this is the OG branch of La Bamba, the one on Castro is the younger brother trying to put a healthy twist on Mexican food. Here they have regular beans and tortillas,...
yelp.com - user review - 01/28/2009
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4.0 of 5 stars.
Came here for the first time a couple weeks ago and my plate was extremely delicious and huge enough to feed a family of four (over exaggerating a little). The parking is horrible though but worth...
yelp.com - user review - 01/27/2009
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5.0 of 5 stars.
mmm their quesadilla's are hella bomb! they put HELLA meat up in their burrittos and tacos! I got a quesadilla and I couldn't even finish half! My fav mexican place in Mountain View!
yelp.com - user review - 01/26/2009
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1.0 of 5 stars.
Bad food. I would not recommend it to anyone.
yelp.com - user review - 01/25/2009
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2.0 of 5 stars.
Para bailar la bamba!That was in my head the entire drive to Taqueria La Bamba. (I always thought the first line was "Bi la la la la bamba" until I looked it up right now. And seriously, why does...
yelp.com - user review - 01/21/2009
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4.0 of 5 stars.
I moved from San Jose to Mountain View and have been trying to find a good burrito place. I was spoiled in San Jose with La Vic's. But La Bamba does the trick. I have been here numerous times and...
yelp.com - user review - 01/20/2009
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5.0 of 5 stars.
I live in So Cal, the undisputed king of burritos, and also traveled several times to its estranged hometown in various cities in Mexico, but leave it up to the Bay Area to get it right. The...
yelp.com - user review - 01/18/2009
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4.0 of 5 stars.
the carnitas super burrito is a wonderfully edible brick. the carnitas have a light crunch to them, the way i like it. pretty sure these guys are from el salvador, tho, cuz they sell pupusas. no other...
yelp.com - user review - 01/14/2009
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3.0 of 5 stars.
Great Burritos! Crowded every time I visit.Pros - Super tasty & large burritos - Good variety of meat (including tongue!) - Good pricing - Fast Service - Front & Rear parking Cons - some seating...
yelp.com - user review - 01/09/2009
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5.0 of 5 stars.
I finished this massive burrito like it was my job. Delicious! The carne asada burrito is great with some hot sauce and jalapenos. Definitely one of those great hole in the wall places that also...
yelp.com - user review - 01/03/2009
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4.0 of 5 stars.
Darn good burritos here. I've tried the super veggie burritos and the carnitas burritos. For La Bamba, go with meat based burritos, either the carnitas burrito (best I've had) or the carne asada...
yelp.com - user review - 01/03/2009
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5.0 of 5 stars.
This place does kick butt. I think the other 281 Yelp reviews have covered it already but if you are in the mood for a carne asada quesadilla, you can't beat La Bamba. They pack a ton of delicious...
yelp.com - user review - 01/01/2009
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4.0 of 5 stars.
This place is good for a quick bite. Burritos are what most people order.What I like best about the food is that it's kind of greasy (in a good way)The grease has a lot Ooohhh flavor.mos def soul food...
yelp.com - user review - 01/01/2009
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4.0 of 5 stars.
The pupusas are great.
yelp.com - user review - 12/12/2008
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4.0 of 5 stars.
The way I judge whether or not a burrito joint is up to par is by whether or not I crave the burrito when I'm sober. I usually only go to taquerias when I'm short on cash or when I'm drunk, but I come...
yelp.com - user review - 12/10/2008
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1.0 of 5 stars.
We'd gotten into a bit of a taco rut across the street at Los Altos taqueria and decided to break it up by heading over to La Bamba (instead of La Costena, which always smells like horse if you ask...
yelp.com - user review - 12/09/2008
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5.0 of 5 stars.
Having lived in Nor-Cal for several years, this was my taqueria of choice. Great, fresh burritos and tacos. Service was always fresh and friendly. Carnitas, asada was always fresh and satisfying....
yelp.com - user review - 12/07/2008
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4.0 of 5 stars.
I had the best burrito here, full of all sorts of wonderful flavors, textures and colors. Carne asada, cheese, avocado, beans, rice and more equal a majorly delicious burrito. The pupusas were good,...
yelp.com - user review - 12/05/2008
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3.0 of 5 stars.
Based on the reviews on this site i had been dying to try this place for quite some time now.Ive passed by a dozen times while working in the area but there was never parking until a couple days...
yelp.com - user review - 12/04/2008
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4.0 of 5 stars.
Get anything with the carnitas...it is delicious
yelp.com - user review - 12/02/2008
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5.0 of 5 stars.
MMMMM.. I haven't been here in a while. Some guy I used to talk to took me here and would take it to me during class. MMMM He would always get me the quesadilla with carne asada and everything in it!...
yelp.com - user review - 11/24/2008
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4.0 of 5 stars.
I used to live in San Diego where the burritos are more tasty compared to NorCal. Taqueria La Bamba is my favorite spot in the south bay so far. The carne asada burrito is decent and the hot sauce...
yelp.com - user review - 11/18/2008
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5.0 of 5 stars.
They have the best veggie burrito we have ever had. Sadly, it's not close enough to either of our homes to have it often.A couple years ago I had the pupusas, which were also quite tasty.
yelp.com - user review - 11/15/2008
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4.0 of 5 stars.
3.5 stars. Finally ate here after driving past it a gazillion times. Had a grilled chicken burrito the other night and was pretty pleased with it. The chicken was dark meat - juicy, flavorful and...
yelp.com - user review - 11/14/2008
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3.0 of 5 stars.
I thought this place was above average, but not enough to stand out.The setting itself is nice enough. A pretty clean and well lit establishment with plenty of space for the long lines I'm sure come...
yelp.com - user review - 11/11/2008
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4.0 of 5 stars.
This place is great for lunch, My brother brought me in, the only problem is that there wasn't any seats or even tables on the floor, the lights were off at the time and it was really hot.I had a...
yelp.com - user review - 11/06/2008
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4.0 of 5 stars.
Man, this place's been my favorite Mexican place since I discovered its existence, I've brought tons of friends here and 99% of them love this place and have came back themselves. Everything you can...
yelp.com - user review - 11/06/2008
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4.0 of 5 stars.
Their carnitas burritos have a special ingredient called DELICIOUS! Haha. Incredibly tasty food each time. Only downside was the horchata, which was very, very watery. But I'd recommend the solids.
yelp.com - user review - 11/04/2008
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5.0 of 5 stars.
Viva lengua!
yelp.com - user review - 10/26/2008
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4.0 of 5 stars.
I think the best burritos (and food in general) is made up of simple and fresh ingredients, and La Bamba had that. With an excellent selection of food, and I tried the carnitas and lengua burrito (i...
yelp.com - user review - 10/24/2008
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3.0 of 5 stars.
papusas are so good and the tacos too but the service is ok too but it is always too packed to eat in side
yelp.com - user review - 10/20/2008
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3.0 of 5 stars.
I normally don't like dive type eateries, but this one was ok. I LOVED the chili colorado tacos - they were so tender and juicy. The guacamole had a lot of cream in it. Don't even think about...
yelp.com - user review - 10/12/2008
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4.0 of 5 stars.
Really good food! I was craving carne asada tacos and it definitely satisfied my craving. I wasn't so fond of the side of rice, just not as good as some other's I've had. My brother said his al...
yelp.com - user review - 10/11/2008
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4.0 of 5 stars.
per recommendation by everyone and their mothers, i had to have the carnitas burrito; it was definitely a good move. i hadnt really had a bomb ass mexican pig-out since three months ago (i know,...
yelp.com - user review - 10/10/2008
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4.0 of 5 stars.
After having numerous bad experience with Una Mas, Taco Bell and La Salsa I have all but given up hope on decent Mexican. Then come in Taqueria La Bamba. I'll admit, I would've never tried this...
yelp.com - user review - 10/09/2008
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5.0 of 5 stars.
Absolutely incredible. Vegitarian taco, quesadilla ziueza (sp?) and one of those bottled orange sodas will change your life!
yelp.com - user review - 10/07/2008
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4.0 of 5 stars.
Thank you Yelpers! I think I found my new lunchtime spot! I can't believe I work 2 miles from here and have never tried it!My co-worker and I both tried the Carnitas Super burrito. Its HUGE and I...
yelp.com - user review - 10/03/2008
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5.0 of 5 stars.
One of the best burrito places in the Silicon Valley. Very very good. Get it to go cause there's very little seating.
yelp.com - user review - 10/02/2008
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5.0 of 5 stars.
OMG! My husband introduced me to La Bamba and I am so in love. Quesadilla suiza with carne asada and sour cream is where it's at!
yelp.com - user review - 09/28/2008
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4.0 of 5 stars.
Good burritos. Tightly wrapped but it can get soggy if you get it to go. They pack generous amounts of sour cream and guac in their super burritos.
yelp.com - user review - 09/26/2008
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5.0 of 5 stars.
I LOVE LOVE LOVE this place! I have been coming here for years, and the super burritos are absolutely addicting!!!! The carne asada or grilled chicken super burrito is to die for! =) This place...
yelp.com - user review - 09/26/2008
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4.0 of 5 stars.
The burritos are fantastic! Moving up from the East LA area we were looking for burritos that could compete with El Tepeyac ("Manuel's" for those in the know). This is as close as it can get in the...
yelp.com - user review - 09/19/2008
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5.0 of 5 stars.
You may not be aware of this, but Europe doesn't have decent Mexican food. Spanish food - yes, but good old Mexican... nope! Its sucks man. My big plan when I retire is to return to Scotland and open...
yelp.com - user review - 09/14/2008
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5.0 of 5 stars.
Great burritos and other food - no place to sit, so get your food to go.Experienced eaters tip - you can got 50-50 on the meat. I recommend the half Pollo asado and half Carnitas burrito. Awesome....
yelp.com - user review - 09/09/2008
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5.0 of 5 stars.
La la la la la bamba!!!!The one and only reason I miss living in Mountain View. Hey what can I say, I love Redwood CIty. But man, I miss those burritos. I have tried so many different taqueria's up...
yelp.com - user review - 09/09/2008
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4.0 of 5 stars.
This place has HUGE... burritos! Omg... and yummy too! It took me 2 hands to hold one flat, and there was ample space between my hands... THAT'S how big it was! It took me 3 meals to finish it... 3...
yelp.com - user review - 09/08/2008
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4.0 of 5 stars.
the food here was absolutely delicious. It's better than most restaurants that i have been to and i kee[ going back. Great food, great service and a better alternative to taco bell!
yelp.com - user review - 09/05/2008
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5.0 of 5 stars.
La Bamba makes the best burritos in the area, hands down. This place is not pretty -- the last time I checked, there was a mirror in the shape of a unicorn on the wall. Nor is it heart-healthy --...
yelp.com - user review - 09/03/2008
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4.0 of 5 stars.
For a great burrito, head to La Bamba. It's another off the beaten path, hole-in the wall place, there is parking out back, however it fills up quickly. Luckily the service is quick, and you're in...
yelp.com - user review - 09/01/2008
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3.0 of 5 stars.
Believe it or not, this was the first Mexican joint my husband brought me to when we were dating. Back then I guess our palates were not as 'refined' as it is now having had a much wider repertoire of...
yelp.com - user review - 08/28/2008
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5.0 of 5 stars.
This is my favorite burrito place in the Bay Area!I always get the vegetarian super burrito with whole beans (or no beans - depending on the hunger factor - they also contain rice), no sour cream, and...
yelp.com - user review - 08/28/2008
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5.0 of 5 stars.
I've been spoiled by this place. Sorry, but no other burrito place can stand up to La Bamba. I get the same time each time I go - vegetarian super burrito (you get a choice of black, whole or refried...
yelp.com - user review - 08/27/2008
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3.0 of 5 stars.
I've been around the burrito block a few times, and La Bamba didn't do anything new to knock me out. I had a chicken super burrito with no sour cream. The chicken was very tender and there was...
yelp.com - user review - 08/27/2008
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3.0 of 5 stars.
So their burrito was rated numero uno and for what reason- I can't say. I am not a big fan of Mexican, but the other three I went to eat with are and not one was impressed. For all the hype this...
yelp.com - user review - 08/25/2008
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3.0 of 5 stars.
A friend at work excitedly wanted to show me this place as we both share a love of Mexican food. The distance, and then the parking, quelled my excitement to the point of "this better be good".We sat...
yelp.com - user review - 08/24/2008
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3.0 of 5 stars.
From Yelp reviews, we went and ordered what they are known for- burritos. Ok but not fantastic.
yelp.com - user review - 08/24/2008
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3.0 of 5 stars.
Voted "best burrito" by Palo Alto people? It's pretty good but not the best. For $6.47, your Super Burrito contains meat, rice, beans, onions, cilantro, salsa fresca, cheese, guacamole, sour cream,...
yelp.com - user review - 08/23/2008
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4.0 of 5 stars.
quick, tasty cheap. Good Carnitas plate! don't tell anybody. i want to still be able to get in at lunch time. ;)
yelp.com - user review - 08/19/2008
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4.0 of 5 stars.
On occasion, inspiration strikes when I least expect it. Sometimes, it's when I hear a song, read a great novel, or see the look of curiosity in the eyes of my niece. On this particular evening, it...
yelp.com - user review - 08/12/2008
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4.0 of 5 stars.
Wow where have I seriously been. The years that I've been driving past this place thinking "maybe I should try the advertised "best burrito" for consecutive years" had come to an end -- yesterday. I...
yelp.com - user review - 08/07/2008
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3.0 of 5 stars.
The taqueria is large and clean with good service. Their chile colorado regular burrito is really good and juicy (the chunks of meat don't have too much fat either). Their chile verde sauce is rather...
yelp.com - user review - 08/06/2008
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5.0 of 5 stars.
I've been going to La Bamba since I was born, back when it was just bean and cheese burritos. Now I'm ordering an actual burrito with meat and salsa and the whole ten yards, and I must say, I have...
yelp.com - user review - 08/06/2008
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3.0 of 5 stars.
I was the lucky recipient of a surprise burrito from La Bamba. My husband brought it home for me last night and I just ate half of it for lunch!I *think* the meat inside is carnitas. Some of the...
yelp.com - user review - 08/04/2008
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5.0 of 5 stars.
Hands down, best carnitas burrito in the bay.
yelp.com - user review - 07/31/2008
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4.0 of 5 stars.
A coworker of mine invited me out to a burrito run today for work. We've been talking about getting lunch for weeks now. So his friend scooped us up and arrived at Taqueria La Bamba. It's quite hidden...
yelp.com - user review - 07/31/2008
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3.0 of 5 stars.
I ended up eating at La Bamba Taqueria today, just a day after reading some really stellar Yelp reviews. I walked into the restaurant with high expectations and found that while this restaurant is...
yelp.com - user review - 07/31/2008
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3.0 of 5 stars.
I was recommended to check this place out from an acquaintance. This place is not all that. Sure the portions are big and the meat is tender, but it lacks taste. People keep telling me about these...
yelp.com - user review - 07/27/2008
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3.0 of 5 stars.
Pros: fast service, tender meat (carne asada)Cons: bland
yelp.com - user review - 07/25/2008
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1.0 of 5 stars.
I had gone to the one on Castro a tone of times and wanted to try this one. I ordered three nachos out of 3 orders they got 2 wrong. I also called in the order 15 min prior and when I got there they...
yelp.com - user review - 07/25/2008
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3.0 of 5 stars.
Good flavor, fast service, gross meat. 2.5/5.Rob & I hit this place as a part of the never-ending "where can we eat?" quest today. The reviews here are good, and the banners inside the place proudly...
yelp.com - user review - 07/22/2008
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2.0 of 5 stars.
Typically, I am a sucker for any Mexican place, especially if it has Salvadorian specialties.However, this time, I was not impressed.Good: * They have pupusas: and other Salvadorian staples. And...
yelp.com - user review - 07/22/2008
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4.0 of 5 stars.
best grilled chicken burrito i've ever had.but, what happened to the tables!? for some reason, sometime in the last year maybe two, they got rid of all the tables and plastic chairs in the place...
yelp.com - user review - 07/22/2008
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3.0 of 5 stars.
Al pastor super was an edible fairly tasty burrito. Not enough meat for a $7 burrito, but still it was tasty, I'd go back to give them another try with the Carnitas. Probably they would make a good...
yelp.com - user review - 07/21/2008
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3.0 of 5 stars.
You know what... i used to love this place but these days i'm left feeling like there is no kick in the burritos... I think they need to add better salsa or something. Also please stop charging for...
yelp.com - user review - 07/19/2008
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4.0 of 5 stars.
You cant go wrong with the carne asada super buritto here. Very good! The salsa is good also.
yelp.com - user review - 07/19/2008
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5.0 of 5 stars.
If you have not had it here..u have not had it. Period... AS GOOD AS IT GETS... forget the price... I would pay more for this kinda food:)
yelp.com - user review - 07/19/2008
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4.0 of 5 stars.
Awesome food and authentic Latino food. Everything is made fresh and on the premises. Not a good place to dine in
yelp.com - user review - 07/18/2008
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3.0 of 5 stars.
No messing around here. No menus, no dancing Chihuahuas, no mariachi band, its all about the food here. If you want to dine there, you'll have to grab a spot on the counters that are attached to the...
yelp.com - user review - 07/09/2008
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5.0 of 5 stars.
their burritos are the best, and i've become quite addicted to their steak quesadilla. we've been frequenting the new one on castro & have been super happy with their expanded menu there. good prices,...
yelp.com - user review - 07/07/2008
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4.0 of 5 stars.
I wish I could give this place 4.5 stars! This is the best burrito in the area hands down. Much better than the two other places very close by. The taco's and burritos are both filled with beans,...
yelp.com - user review - 07/01/2008
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3.0 of 5 stars.
The carnitas super burrito I had here was kind of just ok. I'd just decided to go off a strict low-carb diet for a while, so I expected this carbolicious treat to taste like food of the gods. Not so...
yelp.com - user review - 06/30/2008
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4.0 of 5 stars.
Yum yum yum! This place has really good food. It's cheap and fresh and oh so delicious. The portions are huge too. I had a burrito with carne asada. The meat was good, but what I really liked was...
yelp.com - user review - 06/28/2008
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4.0 of 5 stars.
4.5 stars(Give us the 1/2 star rating already!!)Great portions, value (cheap!), quality and fast food are here. Another great place that offers Salvadorean food... so that's a bonus! Taco Bell...
yelp.com - user review - 06/28/2008
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5.0 of 5 stars.
Taqueria la bamba should be renamed Taqueria THE BOMBA. har har......anyways it may seem as if I'm being a little liberal with my 5 star reviews, but La Bamba deserves 6!!! This is seriously THE best...
yelp.com - user review - 06/26/2008
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4.0 of 5 stars.
A good place for a delicious Mexican meal that's quick. It doesn't taste as hearty and zesty as a place like Rincon Sabroso or Mi Pueblo, but they've got solid eats and is very popular!I had the carne...
yelp.com - user review - 06/22/2008
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5.0 of 5 stars.
This place is choice. The burritos are hella good and probably about as good as you can possibly make them. Watch how the roll the burrito, they have this slick technique where they roll the inside...
yelp.com - user review - 06/14/2008
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4.0 of 5 stars.
It's not La Bamba's fault that its two doors down from La Costena, my favorite burrito place in the world. In its is own right La Bamba is good, but if I find myself down by Middlefield Road with a...
yelp.com - user review - 06/12/2008
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3.0 of 5 stars.
I think their al pastor tacos are good, not great. Hot sauce could be hotter and more flavorful. Meat could have be more crisp.Pupusas here are good, although I'm no expert. Although tasty, they don't...
yelp.com - user review - 06/12/2008
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5.0 of 5 stars.
I live in Milpitas and when I feel like a burrito... I hop on my bike and I'm there in no time! I've been coming here since I was a kid and the burritos are great for the money. So fresh and tasty! I...
yelp.com - user review - 06/12/2008
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4.0 of 5 stars.
Not bad food, the tamales and tacos are good, the price is average. The place does not provide much variety and no choices for salsa. The parking sucks during lunch, because it gets crowded. The...
yelp.com - user review - 06/11/2008
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5.0 of 5 stars.
When I lived in Mountain View I went here for lunch 3-5 days a week. If I wanted a burrito I went to La Costena and if I wanted sweet, sweet, mouth watering Al Pastor tacos (or an occasional Carnita)...
yelp.com - user review - 06/10/2008
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3.0 of 5 stars.
Aye, carumba. Que lastima :-(. I had such high hopes for this place, given all the raves, and I was sorely disappointed... especially since I took my never-eaten-a-burrito-before Aussie friend here...
yelp.com - user review - 06/08/2008
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4.0 of 5 stars.
My friend took me to Taqueria La Bamba on my last visit to the area when I expressed that I missed Mexican food...or at least, stuff from a good taqueria.Yum.Taqueria La Bamba's menu is short, and...
yelp.com - user review - 06/05/2008
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4.0 of 5 stars.
papusa great (dig the side of pickled veggies), tamales great (mushier than i'm used to, but im a sucker for cream of wheat and this is a notch above), price darn tootin', ambience lovingly spartan....
yelp.com - user review - 06/04/2008
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4.0 of 5 stars.
Solid burritos. I'm actually a bigger fan of La Costena (cause you can customize your burrito), but you can't really go wrong at La Bamba either.
yelp.com - user review - 06/02/2008
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4.0 of 5 stars.
Great Burritos, great tacos and awesome Papusas...I mean let's face it most mexican fast food is some combination of Tortilla (big for burritos and small for tacos), meat, cheese, salsa, rice and...
yelp.com - user review - 05/25/2008
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5.0 of 5 stars.
Oh great super burrito how would I live without you? This is where I truly fell in love with the great "Super Burrito". I'm a fan of tons of guac and sour cream and this place is really generous. I...
yelp.com - user review - 05/23/2008
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4.0 of 5 stars.
This is such a great little hole in the wall. Sure, finding parking can be a bloodsport but it's worth it. Everything tastes fresh and everything is properly flavored- nothing is just masked with...
yelp.com - user review - 05/23/2008
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4.0 of 5 stars.
The burritos here are to die for! The pupusas and quesadillas are pretty good.
yelp.com - user review - 05/22/2008
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5.0 of 5 stars.
I'm sorry Los Altos Taqueria, but you have just been dethroned. La Bamba Taqueria has the best burritos in not only Mountain View, but dare I say, the entire Bay Area. I know I gave that distinction...
yelp.com - user review - 05/19/2008
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5.0 of 5 stars.
one of the best places for burrito. only complaint is the hot sauce is weak. weak! but 5 stars.
yelp.com - user review - 05/13/2008
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5.0 of 5 stars.
Everyone knows when I cuss and add a descriptive word like say "great"... for example F'in great, it just means that... F'in great. I've been going to this taqueria for over 5 years now and I still...
yelp.com - user review - 05/12/2008
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5.0 of 5 stars.
I have been coming to this place for many years now. THeir nachos are amazing and their burritos have a nice kick to it that's different than the Mexican burritos we are all used to eating. The...
yelp.com - user review - 05/12/2008
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5.0 of 5 stars.
I've been searching high and low for a decent burrito ever since I moved to Mountain View. Thank goodness that I finally came across Taqueria La Bamba. An El Salvadorean workmate recommended the...
yelp.com - user review - 05/11/2008
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4.0 of 5 stars.
Oh yeah... thats what I'm talking about!Para bailar la Bamba!Been here before but didn't want to write a review until I had my memory refreshed.Pupusas were yummy! Had the pork/bean/cheese. I wish...
yelp.com - user review - 05/08/2008
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4.0 of 5 stars.
While I often go to La Costena for their delicious burritos, if I want the best taco in town I come to La Bamba. I usually run in and grab a couple chicken tacos on the way home and marvel at how hot...
yelp.com - user review - 05/07/2008
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4.0 of 5 stars.
Coming from Arizona, it's hard for me to imagine any run-down neighborhoods in a city where mean home prices are well above $600K. But thanks to real estate inflation, simultaneously shabby and...
yelp.com - user review - 05/06/2008
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4.0 of 5 stars.
I La la la Loooveee my carne asada super burrito. Great tasting, juicy steak, what more can i ask for? the only thing i can complain about is they dont have very good chips and no salsa bar. But i...
yelp.com - user review - 05/05/2008
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4.0 of 5 stars.
I am a huge fan of their carnitas grande burrito, especially when the meat is extra crispy. On a recent visit, the family also enjoyed the lingue burrito, a carne asada quesedilla, and some cheese...
yelp.com - user review - 05/04/2008
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4.0 of 5 stars.
Parking here SUCKS and there are no tables to actually eat at.... but the burritos are damn good.I had the simmered chicken burrito yesterday. They forgot that I said no guacamole, but it was still...
yelp.com - user review - 05/02/2008
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5.0 of 5 stars.
****************050108 update****************Happiness can truly be found in a taco. Specifically, in a La Bamba Taco. I had the carne asada, and pollo asada taco today. I loved the pollo! it was...
yelp.com - user review - 05/01/2008
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2.0 of 5 stars.
I know this place gets raving reviews, but frankly, I am not sure why all the hype for Taqueria La Bamba (beyond cheap prices and large portions which merits the two stars). My steak burrito tasted...
yelp.com - user review - 04/29/2008
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4.0 of 5 stars.
The first time I ate a La Bamba Carnitas burrito I wanted to punch my mom in the stomach. It's simply so divine you may violently resent all the people in the world who should have made--or...
yelp.com - user review - 04/26/2008
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4.0 of 5 stars.
UPDATE: Great new location on Castro! Upgraded but comfy spot - same fantastic food. One time we ordered black beans instead of pinto and when we got our burritos, they had pinto. A few minutes...
yelp.com - user review - 04/23/2008
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2.0 of 5 stars.
I had the opportunity to try TLB and thought the food was OK. Nothing really stood out, and I wouldn't make the extra trek. I read numerous rave reviews about this whole in the wall but couldn't...
yelp.com - user review - 04/22/2008
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4.0 of 5 stars.
This is our favorite place in the Mountain View area for simple, tasty, cheap Mexican food. Bummed they couldn't get the city to allow proper seating.*to the owners: get rid of the foul smelling...
yelp.com - user review - 04/20/2008
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4.0 of 5 stars.
I can't hate on the food here. It's delicious. I can hate on the parking though. Yikes! The parking here is bad. For the place being so popular and the speedy service you'd think people would be going...
yelp.com - user review - 04/17/2008
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3.0 of 5 stars.
I went here after church last sunday. I ordered a carnitas burrito and my gf ordered a taco and pulapas (sp). My burrito tasted pretty good, the pork was moist however after eating several more...
yelp.com - user review - 04/16/2008
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3.0 of 5 stars.
My husband brought back a beef burrito and it was pretty average. I thought there was a lack flavor from the beef and much preferred the burritos from Mi Pueblo Taqueria that also have a nice spicy...
yelp.com - user review - 04/13/2008
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4.0 of 5 stars.
Had a carnitas super burrito for lunch ($6.10 tax). Twas delicious, they provided a generous amount of guac and not too much sour cream-just how I like it. The service was stupid fast, although the...
yelp.com - user review - 04/09/2008
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5.0 of 5 stars.
I went to Taqueria La Bamba after La Costena. I was very excited since I loved La Costena and La Bamba had gotten better Yelp reviews and thus I was expecting a better burrito. I had the carne asada...
yelp.com - user review - 04/06/2008
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5.0 of 5 stars.
I've had a great experience here - the only drawback is sometimes you can't get a seat, and even when you can, you probably don't want to sit inside this dump anyway... the food is fantastic though,...
yelp.com - user review - 04/05/2008
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5.0 of 5 stars.
I am not sure why I have not written a review for this place yet!? Well, all I really have to say is that I love their Pollo Asado. It is the best I have had so far in the bay area. Sometimes, I...
yelp.com - user review - 03/28/2008
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5.0 of 5 stars.
A friend suggested going here. He kept talking about it, and I didn't know any other place to eat the area, so I was like why not. I absolutely loved the burrito. I could only finish half at the time,...
yelp.com - user review - 03/23/2008
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4.0 of 5 stars.
Since I've been working in the bay area (~2 yrs), we go here for lunch on wednesdays... BURRITO DAY... Needless to say, I move meetings, ski trips, and mountains to make burrito day. Super burrito,...
yelp.com - user review - 03/22/2008
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4.0 of 5 stars.
Where i come from (Houston), the market is pretty much saturated for places that serve big ass burritos. While the trend was kind of a running punchline a few years ago (what are they going to put in...
yelp.com - user review - 03/14/2008
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5.0 of 5 stars.
so...i used to not care for burritos much until my honey brought me here. he thought i would like it cuz i guess burritos are more of a white *ahem* mainstream thing..no offense to anyone! BTW DONT...
yelp.com - user review - 03/06/2008
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4.0 of 5 stars.
Yes, like everyone else on the planet (apparently), I too like La Bamba, but nobody seems to mention the problems with this place. So here goes the small voice of dissent:1) No chips/salsa bar...
yelp.com - user review - 03/05/2008
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4.0 of 5 stars.
My 200th review goes to Taqueria La Bamba, which I found through Yelp. It has been a long, arduous journey trying to find a great burrito. We had to brave bad meat, too much rice, bones, and bland...
yelp.com - user review - 03/05/2008
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5.0 of 5 stars.
This is the only taqueria I mess with in the bay area. Being from Texas I think I'm a good judge on tacos and burritos and its authenticity. Just wrting this review makes me hungry. The resturant/cafe...
yelp.com - user review - 03/03/2008
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5.0 of 5 stars.
A brief perusal of the other reviews will show you that the only people that pan La Bamba are: (a) vegetarians/vegans looking for the salvadorean Chez Panisse; (b) regular Chipotle customers surprised...
yelp.com - user review - 03/02/2008
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4.0 of 5 stars.
If you know this part of Mountain View, you know that it's a tough place to run a taqueria. Known as the "Burrito Triangle", there are 3 great taqueria's battling it out around a single intersection....
yelp.com - user review - 03/02/2008
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4.0 of 5 stars.
I grew up in San Diego, where Mexican food is practically given the honor of its own food group, and wonderful and delicious hole-in-the-wall Mexican restaurants abound. Before moving up to the bay,...
yelp.com - user review - 03/01/2008
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5.0 of 5 stars.
The vegetarian burrito here is very good, the wait can be a little long but it just shows how good this place is.
yelp.com - user review - 02/28/2008
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5.0 of 5 stars.
After living in the South Bay for 4 months, I finally found a burrito that I would wholeheartedly go for the next time the burrito jones hits. After reading so many rave reviews of Taqueria La Bamba,...
yelp.com - user review - 02/25/2008
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2.0 of 5 stars.
I read all the good reviews for this place, and went to check it out. I ordered a veggie burrito. It was really heavy on sour cream, all leaky and really rich. There were not enough beans. It was like...
yelp.com - user review - 02/25/2008
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4.0 of 5 stars.
One day in the office, I referred to this as the "Real Man's Burrito," without any context. In my mind, I was comparing to Chipotle. In my coworkers' minds, however...
yelp.com - user review - 02/23/2008
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5.0 of 5 stars.
Tasty Tasty Tasty. My favorite burrito spot in the world! Carne Asada is super moist and tender with a great not overly seasoned flavor. The pastor is okay but not the best.The Chicken is super crazy...
yelp.com - user review - 02/23/2008
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3.0 of 5 stars.
I can't fully grasp the hype of this place. It seems like everyone EXCEPT me really enjoy this place. Every time I've gotten a burrito from here, I didn't find it to be THAT great.My burritos were...
yelp.com - user review - 02/21/2008
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4.0 of 5 stars.
It should be Taqueria La BOMBa cuz this place is the bomb.I had a Super Carne Asada Burrito with a Large Horchata for almost $9. Really nowhere to eat in there unfortunately. There are these two small...
yelp.com - user review - 02/20/2008
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4.0 of 5 stars.
The nachos are the bomb! Generous side of sour cream and gauc too! I also like the papusas w/ pickled veggies. I heard the burrito is great too.
yelp.com - user review - 02/19/2008
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5.0 of 5 stars.
Delicious burritos. I still miss the buritos from Burrito Real, but La Bamba satisfies my tradition of having a good burrito when we want to picnic at Shoreline or Rancho San Antonio. The meat in...
yelp.com - user review - 02/18/2008
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4.0 of 5 stars.
Definitely solid burritos. I usually get the carne asada super burrito. The wait is usually around 5 minutes for a burrito, which is a bit longer than normal places....but the burrito is worth it....
yelp.com - user review - 02/18/2008
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4.0 of 5 stars.
Hella good tacos. Authentic and simple simple simple... your choice of meat with cilantro and onions. Simple as that. They put the salsa on the side... which I give props for, as sometimes I don't...
yelp.com - user review - 02/16/2008
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5.0 of 5 stars.
This is by far my favorite place to go when it comes to burritos.My favorite order a Super burrito, carne asada, no guac, no salsa (which is pico de gallo). Their tacos are great...they are not...
yelp.com - user review - 02/12/2008
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5.0 of 5 stars.
This is definitely a great place to get a burrito! I usually get the veggie burrito w/o salsa (too spicy for me) and it comes with guac so I don't really miss the salsa. They roll the burritos nice...
yelp.com - user review - 02/11/2008
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5.0 of 5 stars.
Wow. One of my close friends recommended we try this place since I felt like having Mexican food, and to definitely try the burritos.I WAS NOT LED ASTRAY! I got a regular burrito (I read the reviews...
yelp.com - user review - 02/09/2008
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4.0 of 5 stars.
4.5 stars. My stand-by burrito place, both figuratively and literally; they've just lost their license to have tables to sit at.Everything in the burrito here is great -- the freshly grilled meats and...
yelp.com - user review - 02/07/2008
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5.0 of 5 stars.
Friggin' awesome taqueria. The best in the peninsula by far.
yelp.com - user review - 02/07/2008
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4.0 of 5 stars.
I can't believe I just discovered this place yesterday! I had their carnitas plate and it was SO good. Perfectly crisp on the outside, yummily tender and delicious on the inside. The plate came...
yelp.com - user review - 02/02/2008
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4.0 of 5 stars.
No doubt about it, this is my favorite burrito on the Peninsula. Get the carnitas - crispy and crunchy, yet moist and tender. Pupusas are also good but can be a tad greasy. Then again, you're not...
yelp.com - user review - 01/31/2008
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3.0 of 5 stars.
After having burrito-driven angst for sometime about not being able to find a burrito with all the options I wanted on the peninsula (like healthy options, choice of beans, etc), my friends and fellow...
yelp.com - user review - 01/30/2008
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5.0 of 5 stars.
This place has the best burritos ever. Ironically, there is a market / restaurant next door which says "Mountain View's Best Burrito". Don't believe it. La Bamba is the one with the best burrito.I...
yelp.com - user review - 01/30/2008
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2.0 of 5 stars.
You should know ...- I am vegetarian.- I don't do decor/ambiance.The review ...I came to this place expecting wonderful things (Yelp ratings are high). I didn't see it though. Perhaps their meat...
yelp.com - user review - 01/30/2008
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3.0 of 5 stars.
Good burrito, but certainly not the best I've had. But I'll take it over La Costena any day! The carnitas were good here, albeit a bit salty.
yelp.com - user review - 01/27/2008
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4.0 of 5 stars.
Finest burrito in the Bay Area. One of my friends from the area started taking us to La Costena over 15 years ago, then about a decade ago he switched to La Bamba: we went from good to great! The...
yelp.com - user review - 01/25/2008
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4.0 of 5 stars.
A regular stop when we go to San Jose. Love the suiza quesadilla with carne asada. Truly top notch. Warning: SUPER spicy pepper action. And EXCELLENT burritos. I especially love the chicken burrito....
yelp.com - user review - 01/23/2008
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4.0 of 5 stars.
Awesome burritos you can customize to what ever you want and very inexpensive! But beware their burritos are huge! So you may want to go for some carnitas instead since they are smaller and so good!...
yelp.com - user review - 01/21/2008
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5.0 of 5 stars.
Boy Howdy this place makes an AWESOME burrito. Tasty but not the sort of tasty that lasts 20 minutes and then feels like a bomb went off in your stomach. Just fresh goodness. Not much seating but a...
yelp.com - user review - 01/20/2008
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5.0 of 5 stars.
awesome burritos. the carne asada here is great, but the secret is the carnitas they are so flavorful and crunchy. You dont find carnitas like that anywhere else (aside from street vendors in...
yelp.com - user review - 01/19/2008
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4.0 of 5 stars.
The Taqueria La Bamba people and I have practically a ritual by now. I stand in line, one of them comes up to me and asks me what I'll order, and I say, in one breath, "super burrito with boiled...
yelp.com - user review - 01/16/2008
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5.0 of 5 stars.
Dare I say best burritos in Cali? lets just say that I havent had any that are better. And I've tried a lot of burritos in my lifetime. Get the super boiled chicken and you will be utterly full and...
yelp.com - user review - 01/16/2008
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5.0 of 5 stars.
Best burritos hands down in the Bay Area.I always go with the tried and true.. Super Burrito w/ Carna Asada and I always regret it. Cause I'm so stuff at the end.
yelp.com - user review - 01/11/2008
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4.0 of 5 stars.
It looks strange from the outside, but it's SO good inside. Huge burritos and super yummy!
yelp.com - user review - 01/08/2008
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4.0 of 5 stars.
I don't usually crave mexican food, but on the rare occasion when I do and need to escape work, if only temporarily, i'll head over to La Bamba.My standard: Super Lengua Burrito with all the fixins,...
yelp.com - user review - 12/14/2007
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5.0 of 5 stars.
SUPER BURRITO!!! Whenever I have a craving for burritos this is the place I will always come to. The burritos are definitely big enough for 2 servings. However being the big bear that I am, I can...
yelp.com - user review - 12/09/2007
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3.0 of 5 stars.
La Bamba is good. Their burritos are great and their tacos are very good as well.The reason they lose a star with me is their nachos. They use store-bought chips (or not very good homemade ones) for...
yelp.com - user review - 12/09/2007
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5.0 of 5 stars.
I find it hard to believe that I have only found a small handful of consistently good taquerias in the South Bay. I'm sure I'm missing out on a few (note to self to eat more burritos), but there is...
yelp.com - user review - 12/06/2007
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5.0 of 5 stars.
Burritos big enough for two hungry people...or for one hungry person who also wants lunch the next day. Mmm.
yelp.com - user review - 12/06/2007
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4.0 of 5 stars.
Great carne asada burritos, quesadillas are extremely tasty. Horchata and a no-frills dining experience complete the picture. Come here to eat if you're hungry and looking for a good time, baby.
yelp.com - user review - 11/28/2007
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5.0 of 5 stars.
steak quesadilla and the papusas are highlights. this is definitely the best taqueria in the bay area.
yelp.com - user review - 11/25/2007
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4.0 of 5 stars.
Whoooa! that guy who makes the burritos is so efficient.Today we tried the Carnitas burrito and Pupusa with pork and cheese. Yum.I wouldn't say it's the best thing in the world, but if you have a...
yelp.com - user review - 11/18/2007
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5.0 of 5 stars.
Yummy!!! I love burritos and random surprises (like cheese pupusas)! haha :) Got the veggie burrito and it was great!! Very filling and yummy!! Good and spicy and just right!The cheese pupusas were...
yelp.com - user review - 11/15/2007
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3.0 of 5 stars.
I went here because everyone raved that they have the best burrito's..... well I was not impressed. The cheese mixture they put on was to spicy for me and I dont feel there was enough meat on it. I...
yelp.com - user review - 11/12/2007
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4.0 of 5 stars.
Food I would eat for the rest of my life: Pupusas!!!!I love their burritos too but nothing beats a pork and cheese pupusas with some salsa fresca! Only drawback is the parking...when the lot is full...
yelp.com - user review - 10/29/2007
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4.0 of 5 stars.
I have not tried their burritos, I'm more of a nacho person, so that is what I get every time .. nachos al pastor. yummy.
yelp.com - user review - 10/29/2007
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5.0 of 5 stars.
Love this place. I always order burrito here and take out. Never disappointed with food. The price might be little bit higher than La Costena but definitely worth it.
yelp.com - user review - 10/28/2007
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4.0 of 5 stars.
Best pupusas I've ever had!!! Pork and cheese are the BAMBA!!!I drive down from the northern Peninsula just to have these babies. I call in the order before I head out, by the time I get there they...
yelp.com - user review - 10/26/2007
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5.0 of 5 stars.
Best Carnitas I can find around here and no blowouts on the burittos. Great place if you want a good burrito in a pinch.
yelp.com - user review - 10/25/2007
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5.0 of 5 stars.
Its the taqueria to visit when your in the mood for a burrito.
yelp.com - user review - 10/25/2007
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5.0 of 5 stars.
One of my top 5 burrito places in the bay area. Carnitas is definitely the specialty here, but I like the carne and pollo asado also.
yelp.com - user review - 10/24/2007
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5.0 of 5 stars.
Now that's how I like a burrito! Simple: rice, meat, an beans and some salsa! Hmmmmmm For five bucks! Me like it!Really, this place was good. Fast too... Highly recommend it. =)
yelp.com - user review - 10/23/2007
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5.0 of 5 stars.
Chile Colorado Burrito with a Green Tortilla and an Horchata. Mmmmm. Mmmmm. Good.I don't it why I can't get this kind of quality of Salvadorian food in DC, with all the Salvadorians living here....
yelp.com - user review - 10/14/2007
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4.0 of 5 stars.
Excellent place for authentic mexican food. Get anything, it will be good. If you're a health freak and eat salads everyday, this is not the place for you. In fact, after writing this, I'm going to...
yelp.com - user review - 10/06/2007
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4.0 of 5 stars.
Great place for a quick bite. Cheap, fast, filling. Tasty burritos, good Salvadoran tamales. One star off because there are no fountain drinks, and my sister's pupusas came with very little curtido.
yelp.com - user review - 10/01/2007
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4.0 of 5 stars.
They say the latin food gets worse the further north you travel and to be honest I would say this generally holds true. Not being a native of the continent of America my expectations of this type of...
yelp.com - user review - 09/26/2007
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5.0 of 5 stars.
Insane. The burritos and tacos will blow both your mind and your hair back. Cheap too. This was most of the reason I moved back to Mountain View. Yes it's that good.
yelp.com - user review - 09/09/2007
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5.0 of 5 stars.
i get a carne asada super burrito everytime i come here. i dont know what it is, i think its something about the sauce. it's freakin' delicious and you get your food super fast. be warned: parking in...
yelp.com - user review - 09/09/2007
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5.0 of 5 stars.
i would give this place a 4.5, but there are no halves so i rounded up and gave it a 5! i would have to say, this place is fast and the meat is pretty good, and theyre generous. the reason why its not...
yelp.com - user review - 08/20/2007
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5.0 of 5 stars.
Great food and cheap. The people are always friendly and helpful.
yelp.com - user review - 08/20/2007
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4.0 of 5 stars.
Sadly, I was still brimming from an enormous lunch potluck the day I want to La Bamba for dinner. I had a single carnitas taco and horchata. The taco was excellent. The carnitas really made it...
yelp.com - user review - 08/18/2007
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4.0 of 5 stars.
La Bamba is the Bomba. Nothing like its other location in Richmond by the way. Now that I live close to the Mission I need to go venture out but being a creature of habit- I miss my days of La...
yelp.com - user review - 08/16/2007
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5.0 of 5 stars.
The best burritos around this area, hands down.Their super burritos are damn good, and I recommend getting carnitas. This place is El Salvadorian, thus they have Pupusas, which are like little corn...
yelp.com - user review - 07/23/2007
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3.0 of 5 stars.
i agree with dave k's review below -- the food was pretty good but i wasn't blown away. i DID think the carnitas was superior to other renditions i've had, but i only had a bite (since i ordered the...
yelp.com - user review - 07/23/2007
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3.0 of 5 stars.
OK guys I have to say I must not be going on good days or something. I was really excited about this place because two different people told me about it in a week span. When we got there around 7pm...
yelp.com - user review - 07/22/2007
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3.0 of 5 stars.
This was a decent mexican place, and probably the best mexican joint here in the south bay. Be sure to try their carne asada and carnitas burritos.
yelp.com - user review - 07/17/2007
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4.0 of 5 stars.
I work across the street from here and I have to say that it is hard to find Carnitas so succulent and crispy. The chicken adobado gives my taste buds an overture. I love to get a burrito from here...
yelp.com - user review - 07/11/2007
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4.0 of 5 stars.
If you like carnitas burritos or grilled steak soft tacos, this is the place! Can't give you feedback on the other menu items 'cuz these are my two faves and they do them so well. It's one of those...
yelp.com - user review - 07/01/2007
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5.0 of 5 stars.
car-ni-tas - small or shredded pieces of crisp roast porkA few months back I started craving carnitas. A simple enough craving so I headed over to my favorite Mexican restaurant on my way home from...
yelp.com - user review - 06/27/2007
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4.0 of 5 stars.
My boyfriend has lunch here 3-4 times a week when he still worked in Sunnyvale. He would always tell me about their burritos and how they're out of this world good. So finally, last week I had my own...
yelp.com - user review - 06/26/2007
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5.0 of 5 stars.
Date: June 2007 last timeBill: ~$6 for quesadilla and drinkI used to eat here all the time and try to stop in whenever I'm in the area. The burritos are good, but the gem is the quesadilla. This is...
yelp.com - user review - 06/26/2007
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5.0 of 5 stars.
I love this place and it was one of the top 5 reasons I didn't mind moving from San Franciso to Palo Alto last year. My wife and I really didn't want to move to the burbs so early in our marriage,...
yelp.com - user review - 06/26/2007
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4.0 of 5 stars.
Burritos are pretty simple, so to me, it really comes down to the quality of ingredients, and La Bamba comes through bigtime here:- tasty meat- pico de gallo- jalaps- fresh cilantro- sour cream and...
yelp.com - user review - 06/23/2007
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2.0 of 5 stars.
Ten years ago I used to frequently have lunch at Bueno Bueno. Recently when I mentioned this to a friend, he pointed out that nowadays Taqueria La Bamba has the best burrito in town.Last friday I went...
yelp.com - user review - 06/19/2007
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5.0 of 5 stars.
When it comes to burritos, my little hometown of Mountain View has an embarassment of riches. Two of the finest burrito joints in the Bay Area share the ground floor of a run-down little building on...
yelp.com - user review - 06/18/2007
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3.0 of 5 stars.
Three and a half stars. I really, really wanted to love this place. The building is brightly painted on both the outside and inside as well as being the kind of run down that adds character. Not to...
yelp.com - user review - 06/18/2007
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2.0 of 5 stars.
So over rated, I find it hard to believe these other yelpers have had anything better based on their reviews.
yelp.com - user review - 06/10/2007
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5.0 of 5 stars.
Just go here. It is good. Really, really good. Take 101 south and exit at Rengstorff, go left and then go left again. get the Horchata, not as good as El Calderon, but a necessary addition to your...
yelp.com - user review - 06/06/2007
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5.0 of 5 stars.
Reminds me of the burritos I ate back at home at my La Bamba (in Champaign IL)One time we had a La Bamba themed party. My RA Jeff allowed me to secretly sponsor an awesome party for my dorm floor....
yelp.com - user review - 06/04/2007
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4.0 of 5 stars.
Big delish Burrito that won't make you feel too guilty because it doesn't 'feel' greasy (at least that's what I tell myself when I inhale it ). My friend got me into La Bamba because she once asked...
yelp.com - user review - 05/26/2007
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5.0 of 5 stars.
La Bamba is my favorite place to get a burrito that is so heavy, you need to use both hands. The flavor is just right and it's the perfect meal when you are really hungry and you want something with a...
yelp.com - user review - 05/25/2007
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5.0 of 5 stars.
Chicken Super Burritos...I train over here @ Fairtex Muay Thai Fitness and on most days, as soon as I'm done training, I head right next door to this place. The grilled chicken burritos are the best....
yelp.com - user review - 05/18/2007
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4.0 of 5 stars.
OH wow. This place is fantastic. Went with some co-workers at lunchtime. I was gonna hit chipolte, and was told that LaBamba was the bomb, so we went there instead. I ordered the grilled chicken...
yelp.com - user review - 05/01/2007
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5.0 of 5 stars.
When I was a small boy I had one singular goal for about a year of my life. Eat a "Berkeley Picante" Super Burrito in one sitting (I have not been there in years and years, but here it is...
yelp.com - user review - 05/01/2007
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5.0 of 5 stars.
Quite simply the best Taqueria in the south bay. Let me count the ways:1) Service is fast like the flash, by the time you've gotten your ticket, they are already calling your name2) The salsa is made...
yelp.com - user review - 04/24/2007
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5.0 of 5 stars.
la bamba makes the best burritos! they are very cheap and taste great! the place is kind of small but fast. parking can be a pain in the butt but once you find a spot, you are in taqueria heaven.....
yelp.com - user review - 04/20/2007
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4.0 of 5 stars.
I've had the boiled chicken plate, and the carnitas plate, and they're both very good. A nice spot for lunch, as it's quick and inexpensive. Parking can be a pain during the lunch rush, so get there...
yelp.com - user review - 04/16/2007
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5.0 of 5 stars.
Burritos are delicious! Don't forget the spicy sauce!
yelp.com - user review - 04/15/2007
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5.0 of 5 stars.
Great carnitas.I hear that the pupusas here are pretty good too, but I just can't pull myself away from the carnitas here.
yelp.com - user review - 04/09/2007
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5.0 of 5 stars.
I was a loyal disciple of JATBAR in my Mountain View days, and one thing that's cool about it (and that Yelp could take a cue from) is that you can sort their entire restaurant list by rating. And...
yelp.com - user review - 04/08/2007
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5.0 of 5 stars.
Three words: carnitas, carnitas, carnitas...Been to LA, the Mission, Fruitvale and this is still the best carnitas ever. In a burrito, in a taco or in a plate...doesn't matter...it's basically pork...
yelp.com - user review - 04/07/2007
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3.0 of 5 stars.
Fast and cheap. This is the place where you can just come in, order your food, and get out in no time. Six of us went there for dinner around 6:30pm. We had no problem finding a space to park or a...
yelp.com - user review - 03/27/2007
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2.0 of 5 stars.
I've been hearing good stuff online and on Yelp. It sounded like the perfect burrito was supposed to be had here..NOT! I was convinced that if I ordered the regular carnitas burrito I could end my...
yelp.com - user review - 03/21/2007
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5.0 of 5 stars.
The next time I came down to Mountain View to work, I swore on the el pollo burrito demi-gods that I would come to this place.That time was last week when I had to go down to MV because a user...
yelp.com - user review - 03/20/2007
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5.0 of 5 stars.
My favorite burrito spot in the bay area. Period. I used to go here a lot when I was racing bikes all the time and could burn off the calories. I still go here even though I cannot afford the calories...
yelp.com - user review - 03/12/2007
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5.0 of 5 stars.
I don't know much but I know a good Burrito when I meet one.I ordered the Carne Asada Super Burrito.1. They toast the skin2. Meat is tasty3. I usually order "No Beans" but I didn't this time and...
yelp.com - user review - 03/09/2007
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5.0 of 5 stars.
THE authoritative taqueria in the Bay Area. Period. You must try the pupusas. So cheap and so tasty. Everything here is fantastical. You don't come for the atmosphere you come for the food and run....
yelp.com - user review - 03/09/2007
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5.0 of 5 stars.
I discovered La Bamba quite by accident way back in 2000 when I just started working at a company called UpShot. I was amazed then and I am still amazed now at the GREAT food and burritos!...
yelp.com - user review - 03/09/2007
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5.0 of 5 stars.
super burritos are my usual - either w/ carnitas or carne asada. the carnitas are thrown on the grill so you get that crispiness on the outside. makes for some nice texture when you bite into the...
yelp.com - user review - 03/06/2007
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4.0 of 5 stars.
This place is great. I love how it looks like a hole in the wall place but with more character. Definitely check this place out. They are known for their carnitas. I'm in love with their...
yelp.com - user review - 03/05/2007
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5.0 of 5 stars.
This review is for the Cal Poly San Luis Obispo grads...Do you miss TA's? I sure did after I graduated. Tried all kinds of taquerias up here, and just couldn't find one with that same satisfying zip...
yelp.com - user review - 03/05/2007
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4.0 of 5 stars.
When I go to La Bamba I think about the Lambada. You know, the forbidden dance. I used to Lambada until I broke my pelvis. Doc said it was the worst Lambada injury he had seen in his 33.5 years of...
yelp.com - user review - 03/03/2007
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5.0 of 5 stars.
One of my two favorite burrito joints (the other is Taqueria Los Cunados in Milpitas). This is the first place I ever had a big, juicy burito, and has been my standard ever since. I can't get enough...
yelp.com - user review - 02/26/2007
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5.0 of 5 stars.
The carnitas tacos astound: crispy and tender, drizzled with a little verde sauce and cilantro. Perfection on a six-inch tortilla.
yelp.com - user review - 02/25/2007
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5.0 of 5 stars.
I'm still amazed by this place...having just had their Carnitas plate for $7.50, I can attest to its greatness. I was pleasantly surprised by the casual, homey atmosphere of the place, by the...
yelp.com - user review - 02/24/2007
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5.0 of 5 stars.
If there was one place I could go for lunch around here, it'd be LaBamba. It's actually El Salvadoran as opposed to Mexican (I believe). There's a difference in the spices and flavorings and it's...
yelp.com - user review - 02/22/2007
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5.0 of 5 stars.
This place is so freaking good, the way only really bad for you food can be. It is my crackhouse and just thinking of their burritos makes me hungry, no matter how hungry I'm really not.Most telling,...
yelp.com - user review - 02/18/2007
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5.0 of 5 stars.
Dang good burrito. Filling, tasty tasty tasty, and a steal at $5.85. I'd go back for a burrito any time I'm hungry in Mountain View.Downsides:Not much atmosphere, plastic lawn chairs inside.Looks...
yelp.com - user review - 02/11/2007
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4.0 of 5 stars.
Aside from the usual burritos, quesadillas, tacos (which are all yum!), La Bamba has El Salvadorian food too! My boyfriend, who's El Salvadorian, loves the dishes and says the food (papusas, etc.) is...
yelp.com - user review - 02/11/2007
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5.0 of 5 stars.
This review is based on years of experience, but none in the last few years, so I might be out of date... but this is my favorite burrito place, hands down. El Farolito is pretty good, and I like...
yelp.com - user review - 02/06/2007
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4.0 of 5 stars.
I love La Bamba's burritos, pupusas/curdita, and quesadillas suizas. Atmosphere=0, but the food is great.It pisses me off that they claim to charge extra for salsa on the menu, but you can always get...
yelp.com - user review - 02/05/2007
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4.0 of 5 stars.
Great soft tacos, burritos and their specialty - pupusas! This is in my top 3 mexican restaurants in the bay area. A must if you are in Mountain View. The hole-in-the-wall atmosphere makes it even...
yelp.com - user review - 01/30/2007
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5.0 of 5 stars.
Out of the world Pupusas and Tacos. The cheese pupusas are amazing. I would definitely eat these all days of the year. Nice crust and gooey cheese inside. Served with spicy slaw on the side. Now for...
yelp.com - user review - 01/21/2007
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4.0 of 5 stars.
My favorite hole in the wall Burrito joint. Carne Asad burritos are the best around. I agree with a previous review about the absence of chips with the burittos. Great place to grab a tasty cheap...
yelp.com - user review - 01/09/2007
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3.0 of 5 stars.
This is ok... Guess I'm spoiled by mexican food living in San Diego.
yelp.com - user review - 01/04/2007
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4.0 of 5 stars.
La Bamba used to be the best burrito shop in town before they sold-out and downsized their burritos while raising their prices. Then locals discovered La Costena and crowned them King of the Burrito!...
yelp.com - user review - 12/25/2006
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3.0 of 5 stars.
One of the better burrito dives in the Mountain View area. Knocked down a notch because they don't give you chips and salsa with your order. Also, the traffic on Rengstorff around dinner time can be...
yelp.com - user review - 11/30/2006
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3.0 of 5 stars.
burrito is somewhat small The burrito was pretty good, but not as good as Los Charros. I didn't taste the crunchy meat experience everyone was talking about. Although the ingredients were evenly...
yelp.com - user review - 11/14/2006
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5.0 of 5 stars.
They have very good burritos--probably the best around. The price is a little high, but it's very high quality.
yelp.com - user review - 11/05/2006
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1.0 of 5 stars.
My partner and I traveled all the way from humble downtown SJ to Mt. View to give this place a try because EVERYONE said it had the best burrito.We got there on a Thursday @ 4 p.m. and the place...
yelp.com - user review - 10/29/2006
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4.0 of 5 stars.
I love the Chile Verde Burritos here. The flavor is great, the girth is massive, and the food comes quick. Sometimes the line is out the door and other days you walk right up. I don't know why...
yelp.com - user review - 10/24/2006
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4.0 of 5 stars.
My favorite burrito joint. I ususally get the vegie becuz I like the combination of cheese, quac, and rice and my daughter likes the beans. We also get the pupusas which are little pillows of pork &...
yelp.com - user review - 10/23/2006
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2.0 of 5 stars.
--EDIT-- 12/01/06They have new management and new cooks, the only good thing about the place, the mole chicken is now a disgrace. I would avoid.
yelp.com - user review - 10/16/2006
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2.0 of 5 stars.
My bf and I decided to try this place after our not so good experience at El Calderon. We ordered the pupusas, a couple tacos, and a tamale. I don't think either of us are tamale experts or fans; we...
yelp.com - user review - 10/15/2006
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4.0 of 5 stars.
The portions are not large, but I love the taste of their burrito. Definitely recommend it.
yelp.com - user review - 10/08/2006
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4.0 of 5 stars.
La Bamba. Oh how I miss you. When I used to work in RW City, I made the weekly pilgrimage to honor your wonderful carnitas burrito. Alas, now I'm working in SF and our relationship has turned to a...
yelp.com - user review - 10/06/2006
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5.0 of 5 stars.
Best burrito place i've been to!The carne is the bomb, it's also served with guacamole and always the same when i've had it. The carne is very juicy and never over/under cooked, this is where i will...
yelp.com - user review - 10/06/2006
