Taqueria Espinoza — Restaurant in Sacramento

My wife and I decided to try out this restaurant for the first time. I ordered two carne asada tacos and a pastor sope, while my wife had a chicken burrito. The tacos were delicious, and my wife really enjoyed her burrito. This was my first time ever trying a sope, and unfortunately, it was extremely greasy.

Shortly after leaving, I noticed a severe irritation in my throat that only worsened throughout the day, to the point where it felt comparable to strep throat. Swallowing became very painful. I've never experienced such discomfort from eating Mexican food before, and I don’t typically have reactions to spicy or acidic foods. After some research, I suspect a foodborne illness from the sope might be the cause.

While the food tasted great, the severe sore throat and discomfort that followed have unfortunately left a negative impression. It’s disappointing because I was looking forward to enjoying a new dish, but the aftermath was just too unpleasant. As a result, we won’t be returning to this restaurant. A painful experience like this is hard to overlook, especially when it might be due to food...

This place is not fancy at all but BOY the food was so good!!! I had a carnitas burrito and my friend had the carnitas plate. The burrito was very plain on the outside but inside...WOW! The meat was so flavorful and I liked the cilantro...just the right amount. It was odd to me that they didn't serve chips and salsa but I got over it after tasting the meal...ate the whole giant thing too. The place was clean. They had authentic music playing from the radio and the ads were kind of annoying but oh well. Overall I'd recommend it...tasty food and a good value for the price, especially since so many places seem to be...

I am a food critic when i walked in we Didn't even get a greeting we were first timers there the lady looked at us like what are we doing here. Talked to us in rush type matter I ordered carne asada plate they gave me 6 tomatoes, spoonful of beans literally spoon full. No flavor on the beans and rice. I didn't ask them to cut my steak but they did anyways and it wasn't even completely cut all the way. I wouldn't go back . Go to the one on Alhambra next to safe way very good food and service with a smile. Real review and this is my first ever review because this was so...