Maria's Mexican Restaurant

Fast service, friendly staff, and a great family-owned spot offering dine-in or takeout. The food is really good with generous portions, and the homemade chips are a standout. All of their sauces are made fresh on site. Super convenient location between the TA and Love’s, making it a short walk from either truck stop, with a truck wash on site. Easy, solid option without moving the truck.

Coming back from Laughlin I was hungry for some authentic Mexican food, not Del Taco. I noticed Maria's & liked the outside decor. Friendly, relaxing atmosphere. I ordered a pollo burrito & coke. The burrito was excellent & you can taste the difference from fast food joints. I relaxed a little before I hit the road, something I almost never do. Stop by you won't be disappointed !! It smelled so good I ate half of it before I took the photo

Decided to try this place instead of the regular loves food. And I'm not dossapointed. Extremely good food and generous portions for the price. Definitely my new go to whenever I'm at the Barstow loves.

I've been coming back and forth to California for the past 4 years on business. And this is by far the best Mexican food I've had the entire time. It was a random stop, and I thought that I would try it based off the reviews. I can assure you, you will not be disappointed! I ordered "Cielo, Mar y Tierra." The plate was absurdly massive. And most importantly the food was phenomenal. The vegetables tasted as though they have been marinated and then grilled. They definitely had some sort of seasoning and not just MSG. The meats and the shrimp were grilled to perfection. The beans and rice were wonderful and the guacamole was so flavorful. This will be my main stay when I want Mexican. No exaggerations and I was not paid for this, lol. This is really great food! The staff were so incredibly friendly. It was just an overall wonderful experience. It really made my day.

10/10 food was delicious! Fast and friendly service! Would definitely recommend this place

The food smelled amazing and tasted even better. My husband got the burrito deluxe and usually I don't like when things are covered in sauce because the sauce more times than not is gross. BUT not this time that sauce was good a bit spicy but very very good. The beef fajitas were well seasoned and had Great flavor. Beans we just the right consistency and the guacamole was delicious. Rice was good and I was able to eat it. Some time Mexican restaurants put veggies in it that have Lima beans and being allergic to them not good. Maria's was awesome for not having anything in the rice, I truly appreciate that. something I'm picky about is the ice tea, there ice tea was really good. There was no after taste and it tasted fresh. Our server was so nice, she was perfect. Well worth the money. and the short walk from the Love's truck stop allowed us to get out and away from the truck. We will be back no doubt on that. Next time I'm making sure I pay as they had Mexican wedding cookies at the counter. They are probably my favorite and more than likely would have been as good as the food was. ( Yes, my husband is in trouble for not getting them but next time.) almost forgot the free chips and salsa were both really good and fresh. The salsa did not lack on flavor. Highly recommend everyone to stop here for a meal.

I came in for a quick bite. Great Staff but, most importantly of All my food came out hot and fast. Thank you 🙏

Fantastic food and exceptional service! The señoritas hosting the restaurant were incredibly kind and welcoming. We tried a variety of fajitas and horchatas, and everything was absolutely delicious. The presence of locals and truck drivers enjoying their meals was a clear sign of the restaurant's great reputation. Highly recommend this spot for authentic and flavorful Mexican cuisine!

We had a short overnight stop in Barstow on our way home to Arizona from California. It sounded a little odd that the restaurant was adjacent to a truck wash, but we found it easily not far from our hotel. We were the only customers when we first arrived, which made me a little nervous, but others soon appeared. You order at the counter and they bring the food to your table when it's ready. I ordered the carnitas plate. The carnitas was cooked just right -- still moist and tender but with a little bit of crispiness from a final roasting in the oven. Beans and rice were good, as were the tortillas. My husband enjoyed his enchiladas tricolor, one chicken with green sauce and one beef with red sauce. Everything, including the chips and salsa, tasted fresh and homemade. The two women working the counter were both pleasant and helpful. The older of the two (Maria?) checked on us a couple of times. The portions were plentiful and we packed up the leftovers to bring home with us. If you're traveling through, or staying in, Barstow, I recommend a visit to Maria's, which is open for breakfast, lunch, and dinner. Don't let the location put you off. It's worth the visit for authentic, hot and tasty Mexican food.

The price was ridiculous for 2 burritos, up charge, card charge, drinks were over priced. She brought us out cheese that we didn't ask for at a sketchy truck stop. I thought these reviews were joking but here's the proof. Do not come here. Not good. RUN

Fast service, friendly staff, and a great family-owned spot offering dine-in or takeout. The food is really good with generous portions, and the homemade chips are a standout. All of their sauces are made fresh on site. Super convenient location between the TA and Love's, making it a short walk from either truck stop, with a truck wash on site. Easy, solid option without moving the truck.

Even if you're just passing through Barstow, this place is well worth the detour. Seriously, Clean Plate Club food; fresh and flavorful.

On the other side of the 15 freeway at Lenwood road outside of Barstow, Maria's is located inside a semi truck trailer wash facility. This place is legit! They serve some mighty good Mexican crab while you're watching the big semi's get cleaned up. One of the sauces was very hot and delicious. I went for the two item combo with enchilada and taco which was very nice. The lady went for the chile verde I believe. By the way their chips are house made fried in the back. Not out of a bag and delicious. The server was very nice and everybody is very courteous there. If you don't feel like going to the original del taco, make sure you hit this place on your way to Vegas.

On our way to Las Vegas decided to stop and get some breakfast. We were craving spicy food. After searching decided to look for a Mexican restaurant and came across Maria. It's located in a truck wash area. It's easy to miss the restaurant because it blends in with the truck washstation, I believe they were just opening appeared they were not ready, waited a little long to placed our order. The service was not bad, but they seem busy. There were only two staff, including the cook. We order pancakes, Chilaquiles, the coffee was really good surprisingly because it didn't look good but it was delicious, nothing stood out this place, it was on the way.

Grat service and food. You won't regret. Try Tri-Color-Enchiladas.......tortas are good too

Friendly folks, great chow, clean large restrooms next to Loves. Got our food in 11 minutes. Three different salsas, great beans and rice.

Thank you to the reviewers for this recommendation! Odd location attached to truck cleaning wash shop lol. But who cares when the food is good. Starting with the free chips. These are authentic chips. Made from real tortillas. The chips are freshly fried and flaky. Off to a great start! Ps. ask for for the spicy salsa if you want something hot. The nice lady taking our order was helpful and made clear their refried beans are pork free and made with vegetable oils. She even came to the table to double check that my refried beans didn't come with cheese.

The Chile Verde burrito, it is big and fills the belly, it's not that spicy and the pork was very well cooked, I recommend it. Friendly service and good ambiance.

A great little find in the middle of nowhere and next to a trailer trucks wash. It's definitely worth giving a try if you're in the area and craving Mexican food. The place from the outside seems a bit off-putting. You might even think you have the wrong place or that they are closed because of the look and location. But just trust it and go through the door. There are entrances on both sides of the building, including a separate entrance in the back for the people washing their trucks, where you'll also find a small shop with truck related items. *** Anyway, the food was unexpectedly great! You can order at the counter, or someone will take your order at the table (just be sure they see you sit down). They brought us chips and salsa to the table. We ordered the Menudo, potato tacos, and cielo mar y tierra mixed fajitas (I think that's what it was called) basically shrimp, steak, and chicken. I asked for a spicy salsa, but what they had was not spicy to me. The menudo was a nice portion and very tasty. The fajitas dish was also a good and large portion. The potato tacos were just ok, a little bland. Inside the hard shell, there were chunky potatoes instead of mashed potato and mozzarella cheese instead of queso fresco... so at least not what I was expecting. Sadly, they don't serve breakfast all day. I was curious about their chilaquiles and breakfast food, so I'll likely be back to try these another day. P.s. the restrooms are all the way in the back, so you'll get to check out the little store/ truck shop.

Driving from Lake Havasu to Bakersfield, we needed some lunch in Barstow. I spotted this place in my google search and the reviews and photos hooked me. Everything I read in the reviews was true. We got 5 tacos ala carte; 2 shrimp, 2 asada and 1 al pastor. The server was so sweet and brought chips and salsas to our table. The place is clean and adorably decorated. I highly recommend stopping on here and grabbing some delicious, authentic Mexican food!

Excellent enchiladas, beef is tasty tender and shredded perfectly, red sauce was excellent. Chicken with the best green sauce I've had in a long time. Refritos perfecto. Super nice people too. Highly recommended. Look for it next to the truck wash!

Great food, great service and worth the small wait for genuine Mexican food. Parking was unusual but worth it!

Quick meal in Barstow. Good burritos and a familiar and calm ambiance. Fast service and good food, best Mexican this side of Barstow

This place is a Mexican food Oasis in the middle of the desert. The food is delicious. The staff can be heard, laughing and singing. They know how to live life. Don't be fooled by the truck washing bays surrounding the small building. You order at the counter. There is plenty of seating to dine in. Our two elementary aged kids split a taquitos plate. The chimichanga and chicken salad we also ordered were delicious. They will serve you chips and salsa to your delight! If you're looking for quality food as you drive between California and Nevada, give this place a stop.

Great food. Amazing service. Clean establishment. Best Mexican food and authentic. Great chips and salsa!

Great customer service and excellent food! Restrooms were clean. Thank you for the hospitality and overall nice experience.

Really good food made with love! Don't let the outside fool you. Some of the best Mexican food around! Perfect for when passing through Barstow.

Place was crap, she didn't tell me there was an up charge for the food. Service was crap and meat was full of chewy stuff. Definitely not worth coming here. Completely surprised how they have 4 stars.

This was a roadside stop on my family vacation from California to Vegas. The building looks a bit inconspicuous, it's basically a small outlet connected to a truck stop. We ordered the beef fajitas, tacos, and chile relleno. The food was great, although we thought the prices were a bit high. There was only one person running everything there (cashier, serving), so service was a little slow. Overall a solid spot for Mexican food though

Looks sketchy but we'll be coming back to this place by the truck wash every time we pass thru. Sweet lady and amazing chips. Food was excellent.

When you're on the road in California, how often do you fine a unique family owned and operated Mexican restaurant that serves authentic Mexican cuisine? Add to the equation... breakfast? You'll find it all at Maria's Mexican Restaurant, located in Barstow, CA. The restaurant is tucked away in a truck stop, off Interstate 15, and if it wasn't for the sign, you'd think the restaurant was simply an extension of the truck stop. Barstow locals, truckers and travelers on Interstate 15 know that Maria's Mexican Restaurant is a great place to enjoy authentic Mexican cuisine. The dining room is quite large, sparsely decorated and very long. It's quite comfortable and attractively lit, thanks to the many windows which let in the sunlight. Inside, you'd almost forget you are dining at a truck stop Mexican diner. Well... almost... Furniture is spartan, as it's mostly tables, but with booths on one side, and is comfortable, but definitely nothing fancy. No worries, as I came for the food and not the furniture. If you're looking to enjoy beer or wine, you're out of luck as Maria's is "dry," by Texas standards. As you walk in to the restaurant, the first thing you'll see is the order counter, where you'll make your selection from the overhead menu, place your order, and pay for it. In return, you'll receive a receipt and when your order is ready, it will be brought to your table by a friendly member of the staff. From the "Mexican Style Breakfast Plates" section of the menu, I went with #12, "Bistec con Huevos," which is Mexican style steak and eggs. Oh my... such a beautiful presentation! The menu goes on to describe this as, "A broiled steak and eggs done your way with tortillas. Comes with Mexican potatoes and beans." I ordered my eggs to be fried sunnyside up, and corn tortillas as my choice. Oh yes... I asked my carne asada - steak - to be broiled to medium. My breakfast was delivered to me in a record-setting 10 minutes! I was happy to see my breakfast included a cup of in-house made salsa and a slice of orange, which added to the flavor of this delicious breakfast. The main entree, the steak, or known in Mexico as carne asada was lightly seasoned, broiled medium to perfection, and arrived with perfect grill marks. A steak knife was included, but it was simply window dressing, as the steak was fork tender, as I cut it to size simply using my fork. I ordered my eggs fried sunnyside up and they arrived exactly the way I ordered them, thanks to the talent of the chef. The Mexican potatoes were diced, fried on the griddle to a light golden brown, and included diced red and green chili pepper. The potatoes were slightly crunchy on the outside, but tender on the inside, just like the breakfast potatoes I've enjoyed during my countless trips to Mexico. The steak was absolutely delicious, but ... the refried beans! I've enjoyed refried beans in my life, but Maria's Mexican Restaurant absolutely excels when it comes to refried beans. I could taste the lard, which gave the beans a down-to-earth, nutty flavor, and the shredded Mexican cheese boosted the flavor up a notch or two. Great refried beans in the Mojave Desert! Maria's Mexican Restaurant truly serves a delicious breakfast! They are a little hard to find, as they're tucked away in a truck stop, but ask any trucker who travels Interstate 15, and I'm sure they'll recommend Maria's, for outstanding Mexican cuisine. You'll enjoy authentic Mexican cuisine at Maria's Mexican Restaurant while you get your big rig washed, gassed-up or serviced. Or, if you're like me, you'll just drop in and enjoy the amazing food and the friendly service, including breakfast. A Barstow, CA classic, Mexican restaurant... Cheers!

Food is absolutely amazing. We always stop by when we're in the area. It's connected to a truck wash so convenient to truckers. The service is always excellent!

The carnitas were fabulous! And the rice and beans were perfect!! So often these are so bland. Everything was fresh. Smiling staff. Great find! Oh and the chips were really good too.

Food is amazing!!!Real Mexican food. The caldo de res was delicious. The service was really good. The salsas are really good too. Highly recommended if you want to try real authentic Mexican food.

4.5 stars. Thank you fellow Yelpers for turning us onto this place during our Vegas road trip The shrimp enchiladas w/ rice & beans tasted very authentic, and my wife really liked her shrimp burrito (which was huge). --- The restaurant looks out of place as it is adjacent to a tire shop, but don't let that deter you.... we had a great experience. The woman running the counter who also doubled as our server was very friendly, as was the chef who I spoke with briefly. After a long weekend of meat dishes in Vegas, my wife opted for the shrimp burrito (which she ordered "dry" rather than "wet"), while I opted for the shrimp enchiladas. The meal started off with complimentary chips and salsa, which they served us with the mild red, the mild green, and a hot/spicy red salsa. My wife really liked the green salsa, while I liked both the hot and the green. The mild red reminded me of a generic watery salsa from a bottle.....I didn't like it on the chips, but it did mix in well with my rice. My shrimp enchiladas had large tasty shrimp in them, and the meal reminded me of ones that I have had in Mexico. The green sauce that came with it was a bit mild for me, but adding on a few spoonfuls of the hot sauce that came with the chips perked the meal up nicely. My wife was very happy with her shrimp burrito, which also was chock full of large shrimp. Next time we find ourselves doing a roadtrip past Barstow, we will definitely plan on eating a meal here again.

Food was good service was slow but very professional and pleasant was the server who did check up on us several times as we waited for food. I would definitely go back and try more of the dishes. I had the chile verde omelette and it was delicious. The place is right between truck wash bays but parking is pretty good and prices are decent too

Service is always great. Smiling faces to great you and the food is so good Thr Professional is my husband and my favorite, highly recommended. Oh and their chips and Salsa they service as so fresh, keeps us coming back for more

I love this place! I love the chimichangas, the macho burrito, the flautas, the asada quesadillas...etc. The people are always so nice and friendly. I'd go more often if I wasn't trying to lose weight.

It was so good I had to come back no joke this time it was breakfast and let me tell delicious flavorful all around

This place is a little hidden Gem. Guess I won't be hitting up the Del Taco anymore. Everything from the chips and salsa to the carnitas y carne asada were delish!! The staff was friendly and helpful. Might try the carne asada quesadilla next time we cruise through. Muchas Gracias!

Asada tacos were bomb! The meat was cooked and seasoned perfectly, definitely coming back when I'm On my way to Vegas

What a great little hole in the wall place. I love places like this. What a fined. Service was excellent. Food was as well. Definitely will stop here again when I have time.

The service was great I had the Carne Asada Burrito It was big so I saved half for later. I went during lunch so it was busy I seen the plates and they serve very big portions.

Waiting for 45 min to get my food and to have my order completely wrong is ridiculous. Never again

Random truck-stop spot that was such a pleasant surprise with how great the food was and the service was even better. Friendly service. Shredded beef, hard shell tacos with verde salsa were so delicious!!! In and out to get back on the road, too. Worth the stop in!

100 percent Delicious!!! This is true Mexican Food and we will return!! The staff is very friendly!!

For a off the road Mexican food restaurant that is attached to a truck wash. This is one of the best wet burritos I've ever had. The meat was cooked, fresh and seasoned perfectly and the service people were nice and friendly

My husband said, "The food tasted amazing !" He ordered the enchiladas rancheros and it was a nice surprise as a truck stop.

Ate here twice now. Hubby is a truck driver, next to Loves. Great food, I make the best Mexican but if we on the road, here is fire! Maria is the best service, it's a little more expensive but worth it if you want a home cooked meal on the road. Stay away from drinks, way too expensive. Ask for spicy salsa, if you like spice, so good. A really good hole in the wall with a truck bath, if your truck needs a bath (not considering those services, didn't need them) and you hungry this food will satisfy

This place is legit! We debated coming in just based upon the exterior, but I would HIGHLY recommend stopping. I had the pastor tacos and it was some of the best pastor I've ever had. It was so tender and juicy and had so much flavor. All of the salsas were fresh and tasty. Absolutely phenomenal authentic Mexican food!! The service was wonderful as well. It was clear that they value their customers. There was a friendly and homey atmosphere that you only get from a family-owned restaurant. I will 100% be stopping here every time I'm passing through Barstow!

When we pulled up we felt a bit unsure as it's right in the middle of a truck washing area but fortunately for us we decided to go in. The food was great and it all got devoured. I ordered a burrito, my husband ordered fajitas and my son ordered enchiladas. My daughter ordered an avocado salad that definitely had more brown spots on it than I would have left on it but she didn't complain so we all left happy. The service was really good and the server, whose name was Octavio, was really on top of it even though he was super busy. Try this place, it's worth it. Oh, and I forgot to mention that the horchata was excellent and so big it was enough for two people! I was so happy!

Decided to check this place out and I got to say I'm glad I did. This place is a hidden gem and definitely would come back. The service is great and the food was delicious!

A hidden gem right off the 15 when you are on the way to Vegas. I love how authentic the interior was and how authentic the food was too. The bathrooms are also nice and clean. I got the tricolor enchiladas with chicken, rice and beans and they were delicious. They came with a small salad. The quality was amazing and I would definitely recommend this to anybody looking for an authentic Mexican meal.

My wife and I both had the Macho Burrito and it was delicious. They make their own sauce in house and it was fantastic. We like the salsa, chips, flan and rice pudding too. The burritos were huge, so we both took home leftovers. Don't let the location scare you as it is in a truck was facility. Clean inside with an A rating and the staff was all super nice! We will be going back on our next trip to Vegas!

We ducked in for dinner on the way home from a long road trip. The food was tasty and the service was great. We ordered the Chile Colorado, beef flautas and enchiladas rancheros. Everything was seasoned perfectly. The flautas has a crispy light texture and was stuffed with delicious filling. The kiddos were a huge fan of the rice as well. The salsa and spicy red sauce were a great addition to the meal too. Whether you're passing through as part of a longer trip or shopping at the outlets, this is a great place for a delicious meal.

Do yourself a BIG favor and don't waste your time going to a Mexican food chain restaurant. Eat at Maria's and go home completely satisfied with a great meal. Great service and nice staff. The Hungry Hardhat has spoken... So let it be said... So let it be eaten.

The reviews are definitely spot on! I had the Asada/Al Pastor deluxe burrito. I was only able to eat half and warmed up the leftovers the next night...... my burrito tasted even better than the first time lol I'll definitely be back if I'm in the area.