California Mexican Food — Restaurant in Bellevue

In the words of Kenau Reeves ."Cowabunga, California Mexican Food! My Taste Buds are totally stoked!" Okay, he didn't say that, buti bet you read that in his voice, and he might say that if he ate here It's like Owen Wilson said: "Dude, like, if you're looking for some seriously righteous Mexican food that'll make your taste buds do the hang ten, then you HAVE to check out California Mexican Food! From the moment you walk in, it's like catching a wave of pure California vibes. They've got these totally cool pictures all over the walls – think gnarly surfboards, chill beach scenes,that makes you wanna say "whoa!" Okay, Owen Wilson didn't say that either, but I bet you read that in his voice. Seriously though, the artwork Is like a mini-vacay for your eyeballs while you wait for your grub.

But hold on to your vans and guitars! The real magic happens at the FREE SALSA BAR! This isn't your grandma's sad little bowl of mild tomato sauce, man. This is a full-on fiesta of flavor! They've got everything from crunchy radishes for that extra bit of zing, to fiery peppers that could probably launch a small rocket, (and a whole rainbow of other deliciousness in between. It's kind of like a "choose your own adventure" for your taste buds, and trust me, you're gonna want to try 'em all (maybe not all at once unless you're feeling particularly brave... or foolish!).

And speaking of brave (or foolish, depending on your spice tolerance), let's talk about those peppers. Some of them have a serious kick, like a rogue wave hitting you out of nowhere. But fear not, my friends, because California Mexican Food has your back! They've got FREE. UNLIMITED. REFILLS on their drinks. Conspiracy Theory alert dudes: It's like they know you might accidentally (or intentionally for thev spicy food masochist) grab a pepper that could either melt steel or requireca call to Hazmat and they're there to quench that fiery inferno with endless icy refreshment . The food itself? Totally bomb! The burritos are stuffed like a surfer dude's wetsuit after a long day, the tacos are bursting with flavor, and the enchiladas are so cheesy, they're practically doing the Macarena on your plate. ( it makes sense when your realize the Macarena was the response song after too many people were doing the two step to Billy Joe Cyrus " Achy Breaky heart- but I digress) Lastly, the prices are reasonable and you leave not only full but with your credit line intact Bottom line If you're looking for a place with awesome California vibes, a salsa bar that's more like a salsa palooza, and the sweet relief of unlimited refills (especially after tackling a rogue jalapeño), then paddle on over to California Mexican Food. Your taste buds will thank you, and you'll leave feeling totally stoked! Hang loose...

The food here is really good... However when it comes to quality control its really bad. I am in love with this locations chimichunga however everytime I order it the filling is different. My first 2 orders were so good. It was filled with meat had beans cheese ect... I went in yesterday and got one.. it was mainly bean. No meat. I called to see if I could get another. I finally got ahold of someone and they put my name down to get a new burrito. When my husband went back to get it because I'm disabled. They had no idea we were coming to get a a replacement. They ended up doing it anyway but The burrito was the same as yesterday. Very little meat and mostly bean. I'm so disappointed. Your meat for this burrito is soo very good.. I just wish I got what I ordered.

Edit. I have tried multiple times to come back to this location and everytime My order has been messed up. I put in a online order and my husband went to pick it up. They only gave him one of the bags. They thought it was a door dash order and not a customer order from their online system and when I tried to call they hung up on me due to a language barrier. I put in an order the other day for a chimichunga meal with extra meat and 2 chili relleno... I got a chimichunga, no extra meat and no chili relleno instead I got a burrito with chicken... I LOVE the food here. However with how the economy is I can't keep coming back to a place that messed up my order then hangs up on me when I try to correct it. I made one last order today hopefully it is not messed up. I hope things get better in the future as I said before the food here is...

California Mexican Food: A Salsa-Free Odyssey

Second time’s a charm? Not quite—unless by “charm” you mean a rogue burrito named Choncho and two consecutive heartbreaks over missing salsa.

Let’s rewind. Our first rendezvous with California Mexican Food was promising: tacos, enthusiasm, and a heartfelt plea (in Spanish, no less) for salsa roja and verde. We even threw in a heart emoji to seal the deal. The result? A salsa-less delivery that left our hearts unreciprocated and our taste buds in mourning.

Round two, we came prepared. No emoji this time—we kept it professional. Ordered 2 carnitas tacos, 3 crispy tacos, and politely requested salsa again. We waited. Hopes tempered. Bags opened. BAM—still no salsa.

But what’s this? A surprise Choncho burrito appears like a plus-one at a party we didn’t invite him to. Large, in charge, and unmistakably labeled “Choncho.” We didn’t order him, but he came anyway, presumably bearing the silent message: “No salsa for you, but here’s something to emotionally process instead.”

So off we went—to the grocery store, again—to buy our own salsa like some sort of DIY culinary rebels.

Final Verdict: The food? Tasty. The tacos? Crispy. The salsa? A distant dream.

Pro tip: If you’re passionate about condiments, consider showing up in person. Or perhaps send a mariachi band to serenade your salsa request. Either way, plan a backup salsa strategy.

Choncho lives rent-free in our minds now. May he find peace. May...