La Bamba Mexican Restaurant

Amazing mole dishes! Couldn’t get a photo of the flan fast enough before it was halfway gone. Margarita’s were delicious and strong. Alicia Luna is a wonderful server. Armando comes to the table. Will definitely come back!! Almost didn’t leave a review to keep it lowkey but these guys deserve all the business!

I went to La Bamba with my boyfriend Reilly and my friend Matt for a fun night out. We were greeted by a friendly server who spoke in a mix of Spanish and English, which made us feel like we were in a real Mexican restaurant. He convinced us to order some guacamole, which we agreed to. However, when he brought it out, it was actually queso blanco. We didn’t mention the mistake, because we didn’t want to cause a fuss. We still ate the queso blanco, which was a nice dip for chips and tortillas. We ordered the chori pollo, the pick three, and a standard margarita. The chori pollo was a huge plate of grilled chicken, chorizo, cheese, and rice. It was very tasty and filling, and both me and Matt enjoyed it. The pick three was a good deal, as Reilly got to choose a cheese quesadilla, a shredded chicken taco, and a beef burrito. He said they were all good, but nothing to write home about. The standard margarita was standard fare, not too strong or too sweet. The service was fast and attentive, and the atmosphere was lively and colorful. We had a good time at La Bamba, and we would go back again. It was not the best Mexican food we ever had, but it was a decent 4 out of 5 experience. One fun fact we discovered was that the men’s bathroom is also the closet where they keep their mop. It has a wall between the sink and the mop, so it kinda looks like they are trying to hide it but it’s not working. It was a bit weird and funny to see that. Maybe they should find a better place for their cleaning supplies.

Definitely a joint - where you come for food, not ambience. Extensive menu, hearty portions and kind prices. English is a second language here. Service and meal preparation are prompt. The food comes hot to the table but the shredded lettuce is crisp, the tomatoes locally sourced and the Mexican rice features individual grains (not scooped from a pot in one gloppy mess). I would certainly eat here again.

La Bamba is the quintessential small family run Mexican restaurant that's been around forever and knows their food. I've been dining here for close to 20 years. Not once in that time have I ever had a bad dish or left hungry. The decor is lively but still has hole-in-the-wall charm. If you want good food, this is your place to go.

We got there on a Tuesday evening. It must have been close to opening time, it took a while for our orders to be taken, but once the order was made, the food came out "muy pronto." And the food was great. The Carne Asada tacos were delicious, as were the rice & beans sides. Of special note, the salsa that was served with the tortilla chips was fantastic.