El Huarache Azteca

Mexican restaurant · St. Elizabeth

El Huarache Azteca

Mexican restaurant · St. Elizabeth

3842 International Blvd, Oakland, CA 94601, USA

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This vibrant cantina serves up delightful homestyle Mexican dishes, from lamb barbacoa on weekends to vegetarian surprises, all in a warm, welcoming atmosphere.

3842 International Blvd, Oakland, CA 94601, USA Get directions

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@elhuaracheazteca_

$10–20 · Menu

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"Good Good Eatz supports underrepresented food districts, including Oakland Chinatown and the Fruitvale neighborhood, and restaurants within them, such as El Huarache Azteca." - Becky Duffett

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"A Fruitvale institution since 2001, this family-run spot has long been one of the East Bay’s top destinations for the food of Mexico City — especially for its namesake huaraches (sandal-shaped fried masa cakes), sopes, and other masa-based dishes. The restaurant’s chicken tinga and the barbacao are some of the best versions in town, and it’s one of just a handful of spots where you can snag a pambazo, a kind of sauce-soaked sandwich that’s popular in Mexico City. In addition to takeout, El Huarache Azteca now also has a small outdoor patio that’s open for customers who want to dine in." - Luke Tsai, Janelle Bitker

Where to Eat and Drink in Oakland’s Fruitvale Neighborhood - Eater SF

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"The Mexico City style restaurant in Fruitvale is open, serving its namesake huaraches and more, for both takeout and delivery, 11 a.m. to 7 p.m." - Luke Tsai

East Bay Restaurants Open for Takeout and Delivery During the Coronavirus Shutdown - Eater SF

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Daniel G

Google

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.

B Fregeau

Google

We got to go for dinner. The Cubano was good (it was HUGE) and the steak taco was good too. The Alambre veggie was good, but not worth the price. The service was very good. She was super nice.

Jonathan Navarrete

Google

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

Shannon Millar

Google

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.

Pol Mauri

Google

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.

Sia Mozaffari

Google

Ordered from too good to go and for that price it was pretty good. Pretty decent food and good service

Kevin Minney

Google

Warm, welcoming place with classic decor. Wide selection of regional flavors and styles. Very tasty

Florecitas Hobbies y creaciónes

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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.

@eater

"Good Good Eatz supports underrepresented food districts, including Oakland Chinatown and the Fruitvale neighborhood, and restaurants within them, such as El Huarache Azteca." - Becky Duffett

Why Every Restaurant Needs an Instagram Account - Eater SF

View Postcard for El Huarache Azteca

@eater

Where to Eat and Drink in Oakland’s Fruitvale Neighborhood - Eater SF

View Postcard for El Huarache Azteca

@eater

"The Mexico City style restaurant in Fruitvale is open, serving its namesake huaraches and more, for both takeout and delivery, 11 a.m. to 7 p.m." - Luke Tsai

East Bay Restaurants Open for Takeout and Delivery During the Coronavirus Shutdown - Eater SF

View Postcard for El Huarache Azteca

Daniel G

Google

B Fregeau

Google

We got to go for dinner. The Cubano was good (it was HUGE) and the steak taco was good too. The Alambre veggie was good, but not worth the price. The service was very good. She was super nice.

Jonathan Navarrete

Google

Shannon Millar

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Pol Mauri

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Sia Mozaffari

Google

Ordered from too good to go and for that price it was pretty good. Pretty decent food and good service

Kevin Minney

Google

Warm, welcoming place with classic decor. Wide selection of regional flavors and styles. Very tasty

Florecitas Hobbies y creaciónes

Google

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