El Canaston — Restaurant in Salinas

El Canaston is tucked away at the side entrance of the food court in the mall and we didn’t have high expectations since it’s a mall food court restaurant. This place turned out to be such a pleasant surprise! The Turkish-Mexican fusion was so amazing! And the Turkish and Mexican employees were very sweet! We’re Latinos and weren’t sure how the food would taste but my goodness we were blown away. My Mexican wife (El Paso native) took a mental trip back to her hometown as she bit into the Chicharron Burrito. I was skeptical so I tried it and sure enough, it was bomb! I had the Huarache with Tinga (chicken) and was quite content. It was my first time having Nopal and now I will forever compare this experience with any other. My wife, who’s eaten it plenty of times before, also said it was really good. We recommend both plates! The desserts perfectly completed the Turkish-Mexican cuisine fusion experience! If y’all are looking are looking for great food and awesome employees, check...

I am a taco loving/eating machine. This is my new favorite taco spot!! A lot of taquerias just dont do it like this place. Usually there are too many toppings or the tortillas are too big and not authentic and the meat to tortilla ratio is off. But at El Canaston they do it right These are real street tacos!!! A good amount of meat, onions, cilantro and salsa. Oh, not to mention homemade tortillas cooked with a little meat grease. Simple and delicious!! A taco should be gone after 3 bites. 1st bite - "Hello" 2nd bite - a little kiss 3rd bite - " goodbye my friend" I already planned my next visit! Do yourself a favor and the next time tou are craving a taco hit them up. You'll be glad you...

Food was ok though I don’t think Im coming back. Service was also ok. I might have gotten food poisoning - I’m suffering from severe stomach ache. Also - I’ve noticed your responses to some reviews - they depicted and indicated defense mechanisms although you accompany it with apologies but it defeats the purpose of the apologies (acknowledging the discrepancies) and sincerity is dissolved. It sounds that there are justifications in your apologies. Their healthy criticisms so your business can improve and allow growth which gives birth to compassion instead of greed. On the side note, if it’s not so positive feedback, this could serve as a warning to my fellow consumers...