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Cali Burrito

Restaurant Fast food restaurant Burrito restaurant Californian restaurant

One of the Top rated Fast food restaurants in Allentown


Address

2149 Reading Rd, Allentown, PA 18104

Website

www.caliburrito.com

Contact

(610) 351-1791

Price rating

$ $$$

Rating on Google Maps

4.60 (2.2K reviews)

Open on Google Maps

Working Hours

  • Sunday: 11 AM to 2:30 PM, 3:30 to 8 PM
  • Monday: Closed
  • Tuesday: 11 AM to 2:30 PM, 3:30 to 8 PM
  • Wednesday: 11 AM to 2:30 PM, 3:30 to 8 PM
  • Thursday: 11 AM to 2:30 PM, 3:30 to 8 PM
  • Friday: 11 AM to 2:30 PM, 3:30 to 8 PM
  • Saturday: 11 AM to 2:30 PM, 3:30 to 8 PM

Featured Reviews


Frequently mentioned in reviews: great (14) salsa (13) good (12) tacos (9) Cali (8) burrito (7) burritos (7) time (6) chips (6)
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  • 5/5 Pat “Conquistador of Cuisine” M. 1 year ago on Google • 80 reviews
    This place is Awesome!!! We found this joint while we were frequenting Allentown area 7 years ago. Every time we are down that way we make the effort to go get something. BURRITOS, TACOS, AND QUESADILLAS.....THATS IT....and 5 to 6 choices of each..... Don't need to mess with adding more, perfect as is and never let down!. If you going through, it's quick, made fresh, and SPOT ON every time
    9 people found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 Elizabeth H. 1 year ago on Google • 536 reviews
    The ground beef tacos are yummy. I didn’t care for the Big Sur burrito or the mango tea. Update: The special queso dip (steak and cheese with pickled jalapeños) slaps. I didn’t really care for the huevos ranchos (basically like a breakfast burrito). I wish I could just get a platter of those crispy fat chips. So good.
    5 people found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 Jay T. 6 years ago on Google • 645 reviews
    Went in not expecting much of a Mexican place catering to college crowd. Pleasant upside surprise! Really solid Tacos and salsa choices. A lot of food for the money. The kids working here are on the ball, friendly, service-oriented. Decor is cute. Extensive menu also blew me away. Pretty much anything you could want, any way you could want it. Big, roomy place with a deck during better weather. Plenty of parking. Will def return
    2 people found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 Jamie W. 2 years ago on Google • 606 reviews
    Best burritos in town, hands down! Love the Humboldt with the smoked tofu. Great vegetarian option. My partner ordered the Shasta in a bowl and enjoyed the Seitan, another great vegetarian option. Love this place, always have.
    1 person found this review helpful 👍

  • 4/5 INDO TAINO Z. 4 years ago on Google • 126 reviews
    After our afternoon spent in Cedar Beach Park we went straight to this place. We arrived there was a long long line, but the server worked that line down in about 5 to 10 minutes. We ordered from the vegan menu and had a great experience. The seating is kind of weard but it was a pleasant atmosphere. The food was fantastic and reasonable price. Only thing is the deck seems to be finished but they haven't opened it to the public use yet.
    4 people found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 Allison H. 2 years ago on Google
    Food was delicious! Love their burritos! This is my first time at the new location since we moved back to PA. I don't like spicy food and their mild salsa is perfect! Hubs likes their quesadillas.
    3 people found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 Zeke P. 1 year ago on Google
    4 stars are for if it was good, 3 if it was barely above acceptable, and 5 star are for the best of the best... The flavor profile is out of this world. The best way I can describe it is akin to hearing great music - you don't know how it's made, but you know it is awesome when you experience it. Start with "The Old Monterey". Price point is a conversation today. I find the value great, but it is over $10. The community is awesome. The staff wants to interact with you, your fellow customers are chill, and the walls are covered in stickers - it also is a gallery! Summary: Try it. If you are a visitor or a local, try Cali Burrito. It has a unique experience that has quality, value, and atmosphere.
    3 people found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 Leland The G. 6 months ago on Google • 204 reviews
    There isn't just one word to describe it... hip, I guess. They have great food that came out in ~3 minutes, which surprised me! Many stickers on the walls which is pretty cool.
    1 person found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 Zack Nebbaki (Lehigh Valley R. 1 year ago on Google
    I have been coming here for years. The quality of the food hasn't changed. Cali Burrito is loved by locals and everyone who tries their food. The freshly made salsa is the best! The burritos are huge and delicious. The tacos are amazing!! 10000% recommend Cali Burrito!
    2 people found this review helpful 👍

  • 4/5 NEPA Taco R. 2 years ago on Google
    Always love the vibe in this place! True Cali-Mex food on the east coast. Fresh ingredients and innovative food combinations. The burritos are huge and the special is always on point. Don’t overlook the tacos and salsa bar, they are my definitely my favorite. If you have an extra slap (make sure it’s appropriate) bring it with you for the wall!
    1 person found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 Stephanie B. 9 months ago on Google
    Cali Burrito a lehigh valley staple. I came here all the time as a teenager and bring my boyfriend here now that we’re back in the area. The food is just as good as I remember or better. we’ve been coming every week and the special burritos and salsas are always sooo good. long live cali b!
    1 person found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 Kristina S. 1 year ago on Google • 117 reviews
    Great vegetarian menu! No vegan cheese option, but you can't beat their protein alternatives - delicious and filling. Great atmosphere. The seats at the counter top tables are waaay too low, but the space is pretty user friendly and you can't beat the food!!!

  • 4/5 Danielle H. 1 year ago on Google • 85 reviews
    Love the vibe here! I ordered the Cortez burrito just wish it had a little more sauce on it, because it was too dry for me. Next time I’ll try something different. You get fresh tortilla chips and free salsa options.

  • 4/5 M. K. 11 months ago on Google • 42 reviews
    Pretty good Britto if you get tired of the good old Chipotle, nice hot flavorful sauces, nice nachos, not really into the mushy guacamole, but all in all worth trying and a good chill vibe.

  • 5/5 Johnny B. 8 months ago on Google
    Truly one of the best places to eat in the Valley. Great food and great vibe. Menu prices are still reasonable, but have risen significantly these past two years (obviously in part because of inflation). Was surprised to see the price for two chicken tacos + chips has risen nearly 40% in a matter of 24 months while a side of guac is now nearly $10. Still worth it but has become one of the pricier taco joints in the area. Would love the option to add a third taco to an order too.

  • 5/5 Randy B. 9 months ago on Google
    An authentic California surfer burrito stand as a laid back counter service restaurant in an unlikely local. I have been going to "Cali" since they opened at their original location on Hamilton and have enjoyed this place every visit. I have introduced family and friends to it over the years and Cali never disappoints. I always go for their Old Monterey and I love their chips and in house made salsas. I particularly enjoy their hot salsa while my wife prefers to change it up with their ever revolving salsa of the day.

  • 3/5 Malika M. 5 months ago on Google
    Cool place but not authentic Californian burritos. The meat isn't spiced well or cooked properly, no grilled onions or veggies and tofu isn't cooked well either. Overall an okay burrito.

  • 5/5 Danny T. 2 years ago on Google
    This place is awesome! I can eat this everyday... Chips and salsa are made in house and it's lovely. Chips had lite seasonings on it. The steak burrito was also lovely. Steak being nice and tender with pack a punch of flavor. Service is fast, prices are reasonable

  • 5/5 Emily C. 1 year ago on Google • 9 reviews
    Have been here multiple times and it hits everytime. Burritos are huge and filling. Pictured is the San Diego fried fish tacos and the Big Sur burrito. Both were delicious. Food came quickly, only waited 5 minutes to eat. Plenty of seating inside and it's family friendly. Tons of people bring littles of all ages.

  • 5/5 Amanda 1 year ago on Google
    Cali Burrito is by FAR the BEST place for tacos!! I always get the Sonoma and the sauce is to die for! Their homemade salsa is so flavorful and the chips they give have the best seasoning! Their menu is not something you can find anywhere else which is what makes it the best! Every time I take someone here, it’s their new favorite place!! I don’t live in the area anymore but make multiple trips to the area just to go to Cali B!

  • 5/5 Amanda S. 1 year ago on Google
    Best Tacos I have ever eaten! I am soooo full. I got the Santa Barbara. Everything was super fresh. Added the roasted garlic salsa- phenomenal! Good customer service. Totally going back and recommending this place to Everyone!!

  • 4/5 J M. 1 year ago on Google
    It was my first visit. We had the fish tacos and the shredded chicken taco both were wonderful. The homemade salsa bar was great. We really liked the garlic salsa and the spicy hot salsa. Their fresh made chips are truly addictive.

  • 5/5 Maryanne C. 2 years ago on Google
    Honestly some of the best food we've had as a family in awhile! Freshly made food, great service, love that you can order online for pick up! Huge parking lot which is so nice, no stressful parking trying to find spots. Hot sauce are FABULOUS. Even our kids loved everything and that's saying something! The nachos....get. the. Nachos they're amazing! Soups are so creative and delicious too. The seitan is made so well for the vegan burritos man I can't rave enough about it! Burritos are huge and the flavor and texture combos are pure magic. If you haven't tried this spot yet, definitely make it a priority! We 100% will be back! No photos, because we Devoured our food lol

  • 4/5 Gzim D. 2 years ago on Google
    Chicken tacos are good but the fish tacos are great! My son and I always split a chicken and fish order... Always fresh. And the soups are good also vegetarian. The only reason I can't give it 5 stars is that the chairs are the most uncomfortable things ever. I can't sit in them due to back issues and the bar in the front always digs into my thighs...

  • 5/5 Edward C. 2 years ago on Google
    The plant based options were great. The smoked tofu and seitan we're both flavorful and good texture. A great place to have a quick lunch or dinner. It is a counter order and take out or sit in the dining room. I will be going there again and recommend it to all.

  • 5/5 Deborah “dockerby” K. 1 year ago on Google
    I have been to this place twice and both times I have left very happy. The prices are reasonable and the portions generous. They're homemade salsa is really tasty. The atmosphere is fun, too. It's not a great place to go if you want to have a quiet conversation, but it's a great place to go if you're hungry. It's also a great place to go with a group because you order and pay individually at the register before you sit down. 🙂

  • 3/5 ashley h. 2 years ago on Google
    Some friends of mine love this place but it was just okay for me. I got a taco salad and it was good but the chicken was not seasoned and tasteless. It was juicy and everything else was good but the chicken being tasteless broke it for me. I'll try it again in the future and see if it changes.


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Amenities


  • Parking
    • ✓️ Free parking lot
    • ✓️ Plenty of parking
  • Payments
    • ✓️ Debit cards
    • ✓️ Credit cards
    • ✓️ NFC mobile payments
  • Offerings
    • ✓️ Quick bite
    • ✓️ Comfort food
    • ✓️ Vegan options
    • ✓️ Organic dishes
    • ✓️ Healthy options
    • ✓️ Vegetarian options
  • Popular for
    • ✓️ Lunch
    • ✓️ Dinner
    • ✓️ Solo dining
  • Accessibility
    • ✓️ Wheelchair accessible seating
    • ✓️ Wheelchair accessible entrance
    • ✓️ Wheelchair accessible restroom
    • ✓️ Wheelchair accessible parking lot
  • Dining options
    • ✓️ Lunch
    • ✓️ Dinner
    • ✓️ Seating
  • Service options
    • ✓️ Dine-in
    • ✓️ Takeout
    • ✗ Delivery
    • ✓️ Curbside pickup

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