Taqueria La Chilanguita

Taqueria La Chilanguita

Found this gem of a place tucked between a gas station and a beauty salon. Swung by on a Tuesday but they were closed, forgot that I read it in one of the reviews and tips. Not to be discouraged I came back to check out what's up with the near perfect rating.
Got there before noon and I saw but one parking space available so I quickly eased into it. Walked inside and noted that out of the ten tables, 6 were occupied, one had a booster seat on top of the table, another was quickly taken by the man who walked in front of me so l had to take what's available. I sat on one end of two tables put together to form a long one I guess in case of bigger groups, not a lone diner like myself.
The hostess didn't say anything though. It was a few minutes after, that I got a menu and decided on machaca con huevos. When the lady came to take my order I told her I wanted the machaca and pointed at the picture of a plate with what I presumed was shredded beef, two sunny side up eggs, rice and beans. She told me that was carne asada plate and the machaca con huevos is made with scrambled eggs, onions, tomatoes, and shredded beef. In the end I went for the carne asada plate. It didn't take long before my plate was delivered to me and I salivated at the aromas that assailed my nostrils. The beans, although a little on the runny side, was creamy, the rice was fluffy, both were so flavorful they were a meal by themselves. The carne asada was really good. Way back when, I was invited to my friend's house and her mom cooked carne asada and homemade tortillas. This carne asada and house made tortillas (3 of them that came in a warmer) almost brought me to tears, as they reminded me of my friend and her mom, both of whom I haven't seen in ages.
I was trying to pace myself and look composed as I tried not to shovel the food as fast as I wanted to, being the only non-Hispanic customer wanted to look cute. Really good food makes me lose my mind sometimes. Lol.
I had coffee with my big breakfast. Strong and hot coffee that came in a good sized mug, not those dainty little cups, and a cute little tin cup of creamer. It was a perfect accompaniment to my heavy meal.

As I made my way to the cashier to pay, I noticed a glass case with a variety of pan dulce (sweet bread). Got a dozen to go and I got a vanilla and chocolate conchas for free. Wow what a deal.
Fast and friendly service, no wonder they have a near perfect score. It may be due to the not so great parking area, but I wouldn't dock a star for that. This place has got my two thumbs up. I'll be back for the machaca con huevos.
Update:
I took my son and mom with me this time. Mom had huarache with chicken, son had the chilaquiles con huevos y carne (al pastor) and I finally had the machaca con huevos, with hand made corn tortillas. All the food was excellent. Son had the flan for dessert. My cafe de olla tasted heavenly. I didn’t need sugar. The faint cinnamon flavor was good enough.

I was craving some good Mexican food before coming back to Arizona. Found this place off Google and am so thankful I did. Don't let the small building fool you, this food is worth the wait! My brother and I both got chilaquiles rojo con asada and horchata 🔥 I can't wait to go back. The ladies inside were also all so nice and service was great!

Hands down the best Mexican food within a 15 mile radius. Every single dish is spot on with the flavors and freshness. Staff is limited so it may take a little bit to get service but they’re so sweet and welcoming. I’d take an extra five minute wait just to eat this food.

Great fresh chilaquiles and sincronizadas, and outstanding service as well, as long as your Spanish is working. Very much had the home cooked meal of everything. I wish I lived a little closer so I could work through the whole menu, I had the chilaquiles huevos in mole , but I want to try all the different versions. Also I haven't had a pombaza in a while, so I'll be coming back

We love this place! We love coming here for breakfast. They finally opened up again inside and the food is even better then when they had their outside setup. We love their chilaquiles, handmade tortillas, cafe de olla, fresh juices, and menudo. You can’t go wrong with anything you order. This is a legit mom and pop shop (hole in the wall) with authentic taste. The inside is small, parking can get crazy, and there will probably be a wait, but it’s so worth it. This place specializes in true Mexican dishes so make sure you order Mexican food here. The ladies are also all super nice.

Update on 10/31/20

Wow. The food tasted even better today than I remember. Not sure why. Seems like the owner is doing all the cooking again due to smaller staff (probably due to Covid), but everything was on point. Menudo, which I usually don’t love here but was craving, was delish. Had much more flavor than before. The owner even asked me how I wanted it (with or without pata, with or without maiz, etc) which I don’t recall the wait staff ever asking so she has to be the difference. Anyway, sorry if she had to let people go but the attention to detail was amazing. I also had a taco de buche which was amazing and my GF had the Chilaquiles with milanesa which was on point as well. I hope this place stays around and fully staffed again, but also hope she keeps her standards in place. Don’t get me wrong, food was always amazing, but was on another level when she is doing the order taking and cooking.

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Great little hole in the wall with great food and service. Everything I have tried here has been great and the service second to none. The owner is always here and make sure everything is perfect. On this trip I tried the wet carnitas burrito with green sauce which was very tasty. A little too much rice for me, but I think they were trying to make us happy in a way since my GF (who is a regular) always orders her dishes with double rice as she did this time with her chicken enchiladas. Next time I will make the adjustment.

Great food.. nice family owned restaurant wait time can be a bit much small restaurant with short staff but food is very good. Wish their outdoor patio was still open like during covid times

I would have to say that they have the best chilaquiles around as well as the quesadillas, I think just the food in general has a homestyle feel altogether with flavor included so if you want a dope breakfast spot this is the spot, just make sure you go after me so I don't have to wait hahaha

It’s tough to stand out in a super crowded Mexican food battlefield, but this place is a gem!! We obvious could try everything on that super long menu but everything we had was good.

Excellent authentic cdmx food. 100% recommended. Try their delicious flautas. 😋 and platanos fritos. Oh and don't leave without trying cade the la olla. Owners are very friendly..

We had one plate of chicharrones en salsa rojo and another in salsa verde. Also consume de pollo and consume de barbacoa. All homemade and very delicious

Best Burritos mojados in BP and service is amazing

Very small place,but so tasty 😋.

Great place to come and eat, the Chilaquiles where delicious. The best part was the Cafe de Olla and the fruit juice.
The place is small and feels like home and your mom is cooking in the kitchen.

Great atmosphere and deliciuos food.

Want authentic Mexican Food? La Chilanguita! Is the Spot! Wish they opened later than 4pm but Breakfast or Lunch here is 😋 Delicious! Don't be afraid to ask for fresh OJ or Carrot Juuce! Oh and make sure if you ask for spicy sauce you can, or just get mild to enjoy I do eat spicy foods and theirs had me sweating and I loved it! Cleaned My Plate!!!!! 🥓 🍳 😋
Be back there real soon!!!!! ✌🏻

Clean great service and everything fresh. Small seating area, so on the weekend, expect a long wait if u don't get there by 10am.

Love coming here I feel like at eating at home with family. They have everything and are very attentive. Can't go wrong with the mole,menudo , panbazo among others everyone I brought here comes back on their own

The food was great!! Great customer service, the lady helping us was so friendly.

Like Clockwork..... I have been going to Taqueria La Chilanguitas for the past 4-5 years. They are a little hole in the wall place and yet they make some of the best Mexican food. Their food is always fresh and consistent. I have travelled through out California n Baja California and they just compare.