Interior View of Los Jilberto's Taco Shop

Los Jilberto's Taco Shop

Restaurant Fast food restaurant Mexican restaurant Fine dining restaurant Latin american restaurant

Mexican tacos, burritos & tortas, plus all-day breakfast in a relaxed eatery with outdoor seating. People often mention taco, Mexican, tacos, good, asada,


Address

1635 University Ave #4458, Riverside, CA 92507

Contact

(951) 683-6748

Rating on Google Maps

4.20
(491853 reviews)


Working Hours

  • Saturday: 8 AM to 10 PM
  • Sunday: 8 AM to 10 PM
  • Monday: 8 AM to 10 PM
  • Tuesday: (Christmas Eve), 8 AM to 10 PM, Hours might differ
  • Wednesday: (Christmas), Closed, Holiday hours
  • Thursday: 8 AM to 10 PM
  • Friday: 8 AM to 10 PM

Visitor Reviews


Frequently mentioned in reviews: taco (7) Mexican (7) tacos (6) good (6) asada (6)
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  • 5/5 A T. 2 years ago on Google • 58 reviews
    ["I was in the area and stopped by for something to eat. I was not disappointed! The rolled tacos were really good!",null,[0,113]]
    5 people found this review helpful 👍

  • 2/5 Anthony M. 1 year ago on Google • 241 reviews
    ["Horchata and salsa were good but the bean and cheese burrito was the coldest most unenjoyable burrito I ever had",null,[0,112]]
    2 people found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 Gianni J. 5 years ago on Google • 80 reviews
    ["Everythings always delicious, and I love their food presentation. It's obvious someone cares in that kitchen and puts in the extra effort. The restaurant is very beautiful as well and the tables have nice decorative tiles.",null,[0,222]]
    2 people found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 Mike K. 5 years ago on Google • 63 reviews
    ["By far the best taco place near university.\nI\u2019m not a fan of guacamole so I don\u2019t usually get my tacos with guacamole but the guac here is on point.\n\nWe come here very often for taco tuesdays and random days. The meat quality is amazing the seasoning is on point, the tortillas are cooked perfectly. The sauce is AMAZING.\n\nHonestly, this is like the Abuelita quality Mexican food and I\u2019m not even Mexican. Trust my review when I say this.\n\nThis place will set the standard for tacos in the University area.",null,[0,148]]
    2 people found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 Ray L. 2 years ago on Google
    Delicious. Can’t wait for my next visit to this location.
    2 people found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 Amber L. 2 years ago on Google
    This little taco shop is amazing the staff keeps it very well clean that architecture is beautiful stuff is nice and very nice and and the young lady that held me at the front corner was very sweet definitely recommend this place the tacos were bomb
    1 person found this review helpful 👍

  • 2/5 Alexandria G. 1 year ago on Google
    The workers are great. Food is awesome! Been coming here for years. It’s worth a visit. However, they’ve recently jacked their prices. I realize food is getting more expensive in general, but anything remotely extra here is $4. A simple burrito with one extra was nearly $18, so we opted out. Two burritos (one of them was a simple Bean&Cheese) and it was $24. Ridiculous.
    1 person found this review helpful 👍

  • 1/5 Maria M. 2 years ago on Google
    If I could give 0 stars I would. $19+ for a Carne Asada Quesadilla with some guacamole on the side plus a medium horchata. I decided to buy it because I was on my lunch break and in a hurry. Very disappointed. A little bit of meat and cheese. Their salsa is so watery. Like what the hell. Ate less than half of quesadilla and the rest went straight to the trash. Never again.
    1 person found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 Christian M. 1 year ago on Google • 62 reviews
    ["My family has been coming here for year and we have lived all over the IE but will always drive down University in Riverside to get our taco fix. The beans are the best compared to any taco shop. And folks always be getting the carne asada fries. We even have catered from them for a family service we held. Helped us so much instead of making the sides ourselves and the price was unbeatable! Staff is always friendly and it's always clean and cool inside. Obsessed with the authentic tables made of iron & wood with the mexico style tiles. Love it here so much",null,[0,239]]

  • 2/5 Michael B. 1 year ago on Google
    I came here by coincidence passing by off of University in Riverside. Start it off good with fresh homemade sauces which were tasty, but food was where experience went sour. The carne asada and al pastor were dry and flavorless it wasn't like the traditional on the grill Mexican amazing meats that I'm used to. More reminded me of a cafeteria style Mexican than authentic

  • 5/5 The people's r. 1 year ago on Google
    Soda fountain was broke down. Food was DELICIOUS. Servings were generous. Price is fair. GREAT TASTING MEXICAN FOOD OPTIONS.

  • 2/5 Melissa M. 2 years ago on Google
    They had a child working....?! With the carne asada fries being 17 dollars idk pay an adult

  • 5/5 Mikeynuts21 2 years ago on Google
    The best taco spot I've found yet. I've tried a wide variety of their menu and have been impressed every time.

  • 4/5 Humberto I. 2 years ago on Google
    Food is alright the service could be better you try to ask questions and don't get a response the atmosphere needs some work some good music

  • 5/5 Aaron T. 2 years ago on Google
    Absolutely love Los Jilbertos! The food here is excellent and the service is even better. Staff is always kind and patient. If ever I am having a hard time and need some comfort food this is my go to spot.

  • 5/5 Kat A. 2 years ago on Google
    Cute modest and delicious Mexican food. Breakfast burritos never disappoint, try the chorizo and add bacon, thank me later. Carne asada fries and salsas with the right amount of heat. Always a favorite for Mexican fast food.

  • 5/5 Tony B. 5 years ago on Google
    A small Mexican restaurant inside of an old Arby's store. They have a great selection for meats for your plates. There is even a 3ft Monster Burrito!!

  • 4/5 Delia D. 3 years ago on Google
    It was alright. Tacos were dry but the carne asada fries were so bomb. I ordered the rolled tacos as well and in my opinion they were tastier than the tacos. I ordered the carne asada and the pastor and the pastor was more juicy and flavorful. The service was good. The cook seems like a cool guy.

  • 5/5 Selwyn I. 2 years ago on Google
    Great spot. I'm not looking for a crowded, overpriced trendy downtown taco. Give me the real with no hassle. They deliver.

  • 5/5 HARRISON H. 2 years ago on Google
    I loved it, was delicious, was average priced but for food quality a good deal would come back.


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