El Huarache Azteca

Great place!! Always looking for authentic Mexican food!! Went back in time with every bite! Micheladas flavor was perfect

Came across El Huarache Azteca and was BEYOND happy with my surprise. The service was kind and quick. The food options will make your mouth water. I enjoyed the Alambre. The portion came with a load of mixed meats, veggies and cheese, alongside 4 handmade tortillas. I washed this all down with an agua de fresa/leche. (Strawberry milk water). This restaurant will not disappoint.

100% Recommend this place The food was delicious Totally worth it 😋

stopped by this restaurant for lunch and unfortunately, it was a letdown. I ordered a quesadilla and a tlacoyo , but the experience went downhill quickly. First, I waited 20 minutes for my food to arrive. When it finally did, the tortillas were undercooked, so I had to send them back. It took another 10-15 minutes to get them properly cooked. The quesadilla was decent, but the tlacoyo was completely flavorless—not worth the $11 price tag each. On top of that, I ordered a Coke in a bottle, which cost a staggering $6. I was also given chips when I sat down, only to realize when the bill came that I was charged $4 for them. In the end, I paid $30 for a quesadilla, a taco, and a soda, and I left feeling dissatisfied. The waitress was wonderful—attentive and friendly—but the food quality and the lengthy wait were unacceptable. The high prices felt sneaky, and I won’t be returning.

Highlights of the meal - the alambre and the chips. The alambre was delicious and well executed. The tortillas and the chips were also very tasty. I didn’t even need salsa because I was enjoying the taste so much. Don’t worry, I did end up using salsa as well. The huarache wasn’t my favorite, but my fiancé liked it, and just take a look at the giant steak on top! Hard to beat that.

Had lunch here the day before Mexican Independence Day. We came looking for Chiles en Nogada which they serve around that date and it was delicious, I highly recommend it. We also ordered Pozole with pork which was good, and it was enough to serve as a full meal for one. They also have desserts, we had pastel de tres leches and cafe de olla. The staff is attentive and friendly.

Amazing authentic Mexican food with vegetarian options. I loved their vegetarian huaraches and veggie stuffed quesadillas. The fresh drinks were authentic and tastes home made. I recommend to any vegetarians who love home made Mexican food

Lo ve t his place for their sheep babaracoa and consome I recomended, serve only on weekends. My favorite is their aguas frescas; cactus with pineapple is the best! Dishes defiantly are authentic like; red sauce, green source on dishes. We ordered chilaquiles, torta and huazontle.

The food was good nice people I had some chicken breast dish the sauce they used was delicious

I found out about this app called TooGoodToGo via an IG foodie in Texas I follow. I decided to download the app and see what was available in my area. The app allows you to reserve surprise for bags for a discounted price. However, with it being a surprise you don't know what you're going to get and it's usually food the restaurant doesn't want to waste. So, pickup times tend to be close to closing. Today I decided to try my luck for a second time with a different restaurant than the first. My son and I both prayed we would not get Chile Rellenos. Regretfully, it's exactly what we got. Another person posted a photo of the same exact meal utilizing the same app. The app was named under their meal. I'm convinced that this is the "go to" meal when using the TooGoodToGo app. The rice was ok, the beans were good, the Chile Rellenos left much to be desired. The Chile Rellenos gave me a headache and left an after taste in my mouth. My son's stomach was upset and it left an after taste in his mouth as well. Needless to say, we are apprehensive about giving this place another try, let alone pay full price for the menu offerings. The ambiance of the restaurant was very casual. Not too busy. Service was friendly and fast. We were greeted immediately upon entry. The food was ready in less than ten minutes and that's a stretch, which leads me to believe everything was premade and warmed up for pickup. No utensils were provided or offered. No complimentary chips and salsa which tend to come with many Mexican meals whether dine in or to go. We tried and it turned out to be a HARD pass for us.

El peor pozole que he tenido en mi vida horrible horrible pura agua con grano sin sabor No se los recomiendo

I ordered from TooGoodToGo and I received the Chile relleno and two sides of rice. I didn't have to wait too long for my food at around 630pm. Service was quick, kind and food was hot. It had the perfect amount of lingering spice and I thought this meal hit the spot! I didn't even know I liked Chile rellenos! I will be back for sure.

everything is very good here, but i'm so hooked on the barbecoa on the wknds! i'm obsessed with it! the flavor of the lamb, the consomme, the nopal salad and perfect beans/rice makes most weekends pleasurable for me!

The food and service at Huarache Azteca are excellent! I'm never disappointed when I go there!

Just left right now and not impressed at all. I honestly would not recommend this place to anyone I know. The beans were super watery, the rice and beans didn't have flavor to it. I ordered the Chicken Mole Enchiladas and the Mole, honestly, tasted like it was out of a can. The 2 stars is only because the waitress was nice.

Great authentic, tasty & some traditional items you don't fine any place else. Great service & quality products used

I've been to el Huarache Azteca for many years. Food has been delicious since I was there for the first time. Specifically the famous barbacoa!Service is great maybe not the best but all the employees are attentive and cordial. I wouldn't say much about the ambiance because when you there, you forget about the environment when you get the first bite of the barbacoa taco and scoop the consomé.if you looking for a casual home made authentic Mexican food definitely go to el Huarache Azteca.

I found this place via too good to go and wanted to try. It is on International Boulevard although I didn't see easy parking near by. The food was fresh and just made in decent sized portion.

Got this from a catered event. The pictures speak for themselves. The steak was tougher than an UFC fighter and the chicken was worse.

Honestly, I wish I had tried this place sooner! If you dont feel like reading further, I feel you won't be disappointed. The food was delicious and just had that flavor to the food. The food really stood out comparing it to what you'd get from a taqueria or something in the area. I ordered the Huarache Con Mole but I switched the meat to lengua instead of chicken and I have to say that the mole was sooo good. Im a fan of mole and I personally rank this one top 3 (not including the homemade ones I've tried). Both their mild and hot salsas were both pretty good; not drop went to waste with some tortilla chips. They don't have any outdoor seating but they do have 2 hand sanitizers available when walking in and at the counter.

I just moved down the street. I ordered the tripas tacos and now I'm addicted.

The food was really bad you come for some good Mexican food and you don't get what you want the meat taste really old I hope this was just a bad day for them

After living near this restaurant for Years!!!! I finally got the time to try this place out ! We went in an hour or two before closing the service was okay ! Lady was nice and let me tell you ! You must try the pineapple and cactus drink it sooooo damn good !! I got me the seafood soup which was came in a very big bowl worth the price And my hubby enjoyed his camarones a la diabla

I had the eponymous huarache azteca and thought it was pretty solid. I enjoyed the addition of nopales to the dish as well. Though I think I prefer sopes to huaraches since you can get three and try several meats instead of being locked into one. I'd def come back and try some more of their other stuff. Also the art on the walls is super cool.

I just had the most delicious Nopales and Huevos breakfast. The corn tortillas on the side were made there, apparently. So delicious. Actually tasted like corn. And, I had to try an Al Pastor taco. OMG! I am certainly ordering again. Where have you been, El Huarache, all my life in the East Bay? I guess timing is everything.

I love their cafe de olla. And they have delicious chilaquiles! It's a great Mexican breakfast!

First time eating here and was really disappointed by the quality of food. The Gordita was not well filled with meat, just mostly cilantro and onion. The quesadilla did not hold in tact, chicken was hard to chew, and was completely not what I expected from a quesadilla. The chicharron tacos tasted like straight oil, it looked like it would be saucy but it was just the oil and fat from what it was cooking in. I'd say the only thing that was good out of what we ordered was the Taco Campechano, which had a nice kick to it. Unfortunately, I would not come back.

Best Mexican restaurant in Oakland, if not the bay area. Authentic Mexico City style featuring nopales, huitlacoche, moles, saudero, etc. These guys run the gamut. Family owned and super family friendly. Awesome dishes. A little loud when the Mariachi's hit it but then again, that helps when you've got young kids. Seriously haven't had better in this side of the state.

My family and I used to come here all the time, we came here a few weeks ago and had 1) such a bad service - they only had a total of four tables and it took them so long to bring out our food, my sister inquired about how much longer the food would take and the lady snapped at her! Omg! Horrible! 2) food was bad, it was cold AF, and it just didn't taste fresh. Imagine waiting 45 minutes for a cold plate of food. Also the coffee creamer was expired, it was lumpy. I can say with great confidence that I'll never ever entertain this business.

Try take out now to help them stay in business but be sure to return once places re-open. As someone else stated: "The food really stood out comparing it to what you'd get from a taqueria or something in the area."

The food is very good but way overpriced for the portion size. Even though the food is good to me everything taste the same ( a huarache tastes just like a sope). And everybody LOOK OUT.. I've heard from more than one acquaintance that they charge you for things you didn't even order especially when there is a large group. I honestly hardly ever go there anymore. I recommend LA CASITA #2 at 540 Blossom.. pricing is the same and the portions are almost double.

I had been craving Huitlacoche and pambazos ever since I left Mexico City and I had a hard time finding a place with both on the menu until I came here. It was AMAZING! The food was good, service was nice and fast, the restaurant is clean and welcoming, and I'm overjoyed that I made it here! I'll definitely be coming back and I HIGHLY recommend this place to anyone else craving good food at reasonable prices.

Very bad food some body recommend this place and I order enchiladas ground beef and is horrible,

This was my first time and I love, love this place. I knew I had made a good choice when the chips and salsa came and the red salsa was pretty spicy! I ordered the barbacoa (one of the specials they only make on the weekends). Lamb with rice, beans, and a little salad with nopales. The lamb was super tender and delicious - so glad I decided to try it. I'd come back here just for that dish. Also, they have house-made tortillas that are the hella good. My friend ordered the pozole verde and a huarache. The pozole needed a bit more kick (you usually add seasoning yourself to it anyway). The huarache was super yummy as well - they have a ton of different kinds which is helpful if you don't eat meat/only eat certain meats. The prices were on the chiller side, as well. Service was really friendly and sweet. Food didn't take long either (I feel like this is something I will always notice!). If you're looking for a place that has more than tacos and burritos (not that those two things aren't absolutely amazing), this is it.

This place has been around for a while and I never really took the time to try them. After being on yelp and looking at the yummy food I decided to give this place a try. I ordered their pambazo and 2 quesadillas one of chicken Tinga and one of chicharrón. The pambazo was really good it has chorizo and potatoes with lettuce and queso fresco then add some salsa roja OMG delish! The quesadilla de Tinga was better tasting than the chicharrón but still good. Their prices are reasonable and when ordering for pick up takes about 15 min for order to be ready!

This restaurant is one of the most traditional and artfully decorated establishments on all of International Boulevard. Every one of their walls from the dining area to the restrooms is decorated with some type of art piece; either murals, sculptures, or a combination of both. Their menu is reasonably priced for the portion size and is fairly diverse. I've tried their tacos and their chilaquiles and feel that the Chorizo meat for the tacos is the best option, as it prepared with a slightly crispy texture and is not too greasy. The chilaquiles were excellent , they had a nice crunch and the green salsa on top paired well with the egg, cheese, and beans. If you dine here, be sure to save room for dessert, their cooler is stocked with quite a few kinds of sweets and their flan is top notch. I like the cosistency of the flan, it is not watery like some others and isn't overly sweet. I don't really understand the purpose of the single walnut on top, I understand if the flan had the walnuts spread throughout it, but the single one doesn't add character or flavor.

Thanks to the suggestion from my top yelper Jose O. I tried El Huarache Azteca and I loved it! Barbacoa 1lb of slow cooked goodness includes the following for garnishing your tacos: cilantro, onion, and lemon all served with handmade tortillas. The best and most known beneficial to cure any hangover was the "consume" broth from the barbacoa unfortunately I have not tried these theory yet; some scientific research is to be completed before I give you a go on that meanwhile enjoy it it's quite delicious. Strawberry water is really good and refreshing. If you are leaning for an adult beverage they make a pretty good size michelada.

This place is an amazing mother-daughter-owned restaurant with really fresh tasty MX food. Get the quesadilla huitlacoche or flor de calabasa, and if you can ask for blue corn tortilla do it! Pre Covid it was easy to order modifications or ask for recommendations, now it's a bit more difficult through an app but that's why it's always best if you call in. They also do catering!!!

When I was in Oaxaca a few years ago, I had the tastiest spicy pork huarache in a non-descript eatery right off the main plaza. It was the only time when a corn tortilla surpassed my general preference for flour ones, and the ingredients were so good that I think I had about four and didn't know how to say "Pepto-Bismol" in Spanish afterward. I'm so happy I found El Huarache Azteca thanks once again to that show that fluctuates between obnoxious and useful , "Check Please! Bay Area". The food is damn tasty here. Yep, you heard me. And it reminds me of that place in Oaxaca because the corn tortillas here are just incredibly moist and flavorful - best I've had in the Bay Area. Finding the place is another issue entirely. It's in the less-than-desirable part of Oakland's Fruitvale neighborhood right on International Blvd. The name of that street always promises more than it can deliver. Anyway, it looks like El Huarache Azteca has three locations - two side-by-side and a more tropical-looking spot right across the street. I'm not sure why, but I hope that means it's doing well. The interior of the biggest place is wide-open with the walls covered with sepia-toned murals of Cortez conquering the Aztecs (see my photo). The menu is full of all sorts of goodies, including more familiar items like tortas and quesadillas. However, their specialties include huaraches which they describe as "thick corn tortillas shaped like a sandal". I'm not sure I would care for a food item compared to footwear, but I decided to go for the big guns and ordered the $11 Alambres Regular - which has four huaraches covered with chopped beef steak, Mexican chorizo and bacon bits with bell peppers, onions, fresh avocado slices, and Oaxacan cheese (see my photo). That was really hearty, spicy and just damn tasty - and the homemade corn tortillas really make the difference. Oh, I'll be back, probably in daylight since I don't want to worry as much about my car next time. I have to mention the super-friendly owner and terrific waitstaff there - who patiently heard my Oaxaca story without looking at their watches. FOOD - 5 stars...yep, I tell you it's damn tasty stuff AMBIANCE - 3.5 stars...the inside is fine, the outside not so much SERVICE - 4.5 stars...really friendly and helpful...and the owner fished out a rare takeout menu just for me TOTAL - 5 stars...takes me back to Oaxaca

I was excited after getting the chips and salsa. The salsa verde was tangy and fresh and the roja had a nice smokiness to it. Looking around I was only one of 2 non-latinos eating, which I took as a good sign. I eagerly ordered up 2 huaraches, the chicken mole and costilla (thin slice of bone in beef rib meat). It was all downhill from there . . . The mole sauce was pretty bland and the chicken a bit dry and tough. The thick corn tortilla was good, but the highlight was the Oaxacan cheese. The costilla was tastier, but again the bed of sauce underneath it did not add any flavor or complement the meat very well. This one must have had a thinner tortilla because it was disintegrating as I cut it up to eat it. Maybe it was a bad day? Though taking a look around the room, it appeared that me and the white guy were the only ones eating huaraches . . . dios mio! I'll probably give EHA another shot to see if I can experience the magic all these other Yelpers did, but I'll probably just get one huarache plus a couple of tacos al pastor ;-) Food: 2 Stars Service: 4 Stars

Had an amazing Mexican breakfast. Great authentic Mexican food with nice service. I may have asked the waitress a 100 questions and she was so nice answering them all. I had Chiquita chips with eggs and steak on green sauce. It was good. I like a little more spice so next time I will go for there'd sauce.

I love this place!! Lots of vegetarian options. Great fresh food, Recommend the huaraches, sopes, enchiladas or quesadillas w/ Flor de calabaza or huitlacoche (when in season). Brings me back to my Mexico City childhood with amazing flavors. We tend to have a lot of Tex-Mex in the bay (also yummy) but sometimes you just really want authentic Mexican cuisine. This place always hits the spot.

We went to Oakland's Fruitvale district to see the Dia de Los Muertos festival Sun 11/5/06. We got there a bit after 10am and that's a good time to see everything without the crowds. We tried: #3 Barbacoa plate $10.50-smoked lamb plate w/ rice, beans & catus. Includes 1 order of handmade tortillas. I liked the catus and the handmade tortillas. The meat tasted a bit strange to me and I usually like lamb, B. liked it. huarache w/ chicken tinga-the huarache is lighly fried and covered w/ chicken and cheese. It was pretty good. huitlacoche quesadillas-black corn mushroom. Didn't have much taste but it was ok. B. said the chips & salsa were really good. Horchata was just ok-sweet and a bit gritty. They had live musicians when we went, and it was Loud inside the restaurant. Total with tip & tax $30. They have both a women and men bathroom. Women's had 1 toilet w/ sink, don't know about the men's.

Arrived for outdoor seating, they have about 8 small tables. They have only one waitress, we waited over an hour for our food. However, don't get me wrong the food is delicious but the service is HORRIBLE. The waitress got my drinks wrong, I had to wait another 10 minutes for it. This place has potential, but please get the waitress more help because you will be waiting here for a very long time to eat.

Good quality food! Everything was made from scratch wich is awesome. Comparable to La Penca in Alameda. Definitely going back.

The food is so good. I came at lunchtime and got a large steak huarache, and I actually devoured it. This is probably not exactly accurate, but to me, Huaraches are Sort of like thin pupusas. They have crisp areas and soft areas. There is Mexican cheese and a sauce that you want to drink from a cup it is so yummy. Lots of food, lots of flavor. The family works so hard and is kind to each customer. They are such a part of the neighborhood. I feel so lucky to live near a part of Mexico crystallized in the food culture here in the Bay Area. Venture out and meet the world, supporting a beautiful local business.

I had pozole delivered through DoorDash. Was expecting a long wait but it came very fast, the pozole was delicious. The pork was falling apart and off the bone all I had to do was add tapatio and lime and it was perfect!

Had tortitas de camaron today. I've never tried them until today and all I gotta say is I'm happy I did! They were super yummy I loved them. It's comes with black beans, rice and salad. The beans were also super yummy. Definitely recommend this place. Two thumbs way up lol

This is what I call REAL Authetic Mexican food. Amazingly Delicious! There is no need to travel to Mexico City to get a unique taste of piece of Mexico. Service was great and very friendly.

I've been enjoying the weekend menu at EHA for years now. The Barbacoa is excellent and unique, but it's the red pozole that first drew me, and I will continue to return to enjoy this tasty stew as long as I can. Just took a friend for the first time, and he's going to take his family.

Another wonderful brunch at "El Huarache Azteca" My husband and I love coming to our old neighborhood. To see the graffiti ,the smell of the taco trucks and our good people. Thank you #fruitvaledistrict

If you don't mind being the only white guy in the room, this place rocks. Very authentic. The people were very friendly too. The chicken molè was excellent; the best I've had in a long time. The sopas appetizer platter was great. My wife said her smoked lamb was a little bland but my food was really good.

Best Barbacoa de Borrego and Best Alambre in the whole Bay Area!!! I've been coming here since the day they opened and the flavor never changes!!! Always delicious!!!

The best Tortas of the Bay Area. I have been going to El Huarache for the last 6 years. I love their torta cubanas and their barbacoa de Borrego. The staff at this restaurant are very nice and helpful. Get out of your Oakland stereotypes, visit this place and enjoy the most authentic mexican food in town. They are located only 4 blocks away from the Fruitvale BART.

If you are looking for your different type of Mexican cuisine look no further. This restaurant serves food know to Mexico City. Everything you order has an amazing taste. The only downfall is that the service is slow. Make sure to get here before you're past that stomach rumble i'm super hungry feeling and you'll be ok. And even if you do have to wait its worth it.

Real authentic Mexican Food!! Great courteous & professional customer service! And extremely clean!! Definitely coming back for more!

Camarones ala Diabla were the perfect level of spice, handmade tortillas and beans tasted fresh as well.

I've been here a couple times I've tried the green posole, menudo and azteca alambres. The green posole was good needed alittle more flavor but it was good meat was soft and they use purple hamony I like it most people don't. 3 out of 5 stars for the posole. Menudo had the good color red in it so I was excited to try it maybe I was alittle late on Sunday when I went because I barely had any meat in it but the taste was flavorful maybe I'll try to go earlier. 4 stars for the menudo. The alambres azteca were fresh I give them that but no flavor at all i was disappointed because it looked so good u can always just put salsa but thier green and red salsas are not good very basic with no salt or garlic. They give u chips and salsa when u dine in chips are good but yeah salsas need more love. Alambres 2 out of 5. I give this place a 3 because foods fresh they have handmade tortillas but they do lack flavor.