La Rioja Mexican Cuisine — Restaurant in Auburn

To start off I’m Mexican American born in San Diego California. I grew up minutes from the border going to Mexico and visiting family. I moved here 2 years ago and miss my mom’s cooking so much. I’m pregnant now and all I wanted was chile rellenos. These were just like my grandmas. The food is that authentic the meat is seasoned like traditional carne asada so it was also a nice taste of home. The tortillas were my favorite. Since moving to Washington I’ve struggled to find tortillas that don’t have that disgusting sweet flavor. I bring my own when I visit home. But these were so good. Even my daughter said the rice reminded her of her Mama’s house. I will definitely be coming back. Also the waitress and owner were very attentive....

Selection was limited, but what we had was very good. I had the chicken Ala crema with rice & refried beans. The crema was a good compliment to the chicken breast. Didn't care too much for the refried beans. The wife had the vacio steak. Was way more steak than expected. She enjoyed it. Rice & brown beans. I tried her brown beans. Not sure how it was cooked or flavored but it was the best brown beans I'd ever tasted. Three different salsas, the green salsa was spicy & tasty. The waitress gave me 4 to go cups. I'd buy that by the jar. I highly recommend my wife's vacio steak. For $ 35 bucks it's enough for 2-3 people. The leftover steak, we'll have tomorrow night with grilled onion, red & yellow grilled peppers &...

We went there a few weeks ago and the food and atmosphere were great. The owner and servers were smiling and friendly. I ordered the Chacla plater and it was delicious! We went back recently and ordered the same thing to go. I don't know what happened; maybe a new cook or cook in training. My asada Chacla had literally three bites of meat. The rest was all soggy dough with two bites of cheese. I was so disappointed that I took the bites and threw it away. This is such a charming little place with great food that I have to give them another chance. The food is pricey but tasted authentic when we dined in. I can't honestly recommend them for take-out, but if you have the money stop by for...