Mama Lupe's Cocina — Restaurant in San Leandro

A good unassuming Mexican restaurant with decent food for those looking for a simple Mexican dinner, though the wait could be a while (for the food to arrive). We showed up on Saturday night for a table for two and had about a 15 minute wait before we were seated. Even though we were two people, we were seated at a booth, so there was plenty of space and we were comfortable. However, it was honestly hard to hear/chat across the table.

Upon being seated, we were given chips and salsa - these were a great way to get keep us satiated until the food arrived. We ordered a horchata, agua fresca, fish tacos and a carnitas torta and candidly the food took a while to arrive. This could be a unique experience because it looked like there was a large party that was taking place while we were dining.

The food itself was okay, but nothing to write home about. The fish in the fish tacos could use more flavor, but the platter itself was generous. Hard to not get the full option for a couple bucks more, and it was good to have the rice and beans on the plate. The torta tasted great - though the carnitas really soaked through the bread pretty quickly: felt like a (more) toasted bun would withstand the soaking better. The drinks were also pretty standard, but a nice accompaniment.

All in all, was happy to have stopped in to try, but not likely...

Don't eat here. I've gotten sick with my daughter eating from here. I'm not sure if it was the tall skinny Caucasian waitress or the Mexican cooks. It was disgusting and sickening. I went to the hospital and they found traces of poison in my food i ate from MAMA LUPE COCINA.

My daughter was also diagnosed with food poisoning and the food they found it in was from MAMA lupe..

It's sad. Very sad. Jealousy will be found in the restaurant because they will get you sick. It's unbelievable.

I tipped them and the food ends up being poisoned.

They judge who comes in there. If you're black they will make your food bad so u don't come back. If you're white they will take care of you. It's obvious how this white lady works.

I seen her talk with the cook and out of nowhere both me and my 13 year old daughter get food poisoning?

Wow. Word around is the white lady is the wife of the owner.

So ladies, this issue is one of those. She seen a beautiful girl like me and her husband was serving me and my daughter. And probably got jealous.

If only her husband knew she flirts with a lot of men when he...

We were so excited to hear that the new and improved Mama Lupe's was now open after their remodel. Our party of 4 stopped by on a Saturday afternoon ready to have some good food and that we did! Started with two beers and some Street Corn with chips & salsa. The Street Corn was packed with fresh corn roasted just right, full of flavor, and of course lots of cotija cheese. The chips were lightly salted with plenty of crunch... totally made in house. And the salsa- yes please!! After all that we were stoked to get our meals which included an enchilada plate, quesadilla, and a grilled chicken burrito smothered in the house green sauce. EVERYTHING was delish but my favorite by far was the green sauce on the burrito. So light and flavorful with just a little bit of a spicy punch. The remodel looks great!! You have to check out the bar top... such a personal touch that shouldn't be missed on your visit. The ADA bathrooms are clean, crisp, and have great tile. They even have the cutest little sinks!

Can't wait to visit again soon... We...