Mi Tierra

Very nice location/decor. Everything I got was absolutely perfect. Refried beans tasty, portions not too big or too small, chips right texture, salsa fresca fresh & not too spicy. "I" actually got to choose what type meat for the enchilada & whether I wanted the taco soft or crispy-now that's customer friendly! Fair price too as the combo also came w/a small fresh dressed salad. Staff helpful & friendly. Sure hope they keep their cook as whoever he/she is, can really cook excellent authentic Mexican food. My new go-to for a great Mexican meal. My only suggestion is if they could heat the plate they serve the food on as it keeps a meal from going cold.

The atmosphere is so Awesome. The food I've had there shrimp cocktail tastes great and big shrimps.and the rest of the food full of taste,not needing anything. The drinks are different and tastes very good.

First time customers. If a place can serve an excellent chile relleno, it definitely knows what it’s doing and Mi Tierra gets high marks for that and its milanesa. Oh, and the salsa is worth taking home a container. Besides great food, the service was excellent! Gotta say we have a new favorite restaurant.

Small spot on main street just opposite the steinbeck museum. Friendly staff. Quick service. Food was great! High chairs available. Kid friendly menu options. Tables are one person width apart so only enough room to side step between tables. Two bathrooms, single person. We parked in the lot across the street. Would visit again.

Great food and service at a fair price. Nice to have the owner very involved and the staff were of mature age.

Stopped in town to go to the antique shop and asked for a great Mexican restaurant and this is who they recommend for authentic Mexican food over the two other restaurants in the area. Mi Tierra was an excellent recommendation from the antique store. It was a family of 6 who ate and ordered different things off of the menu. Everything was excellent! The taste was very authentic and the owners Ace staff was awesome! My family and I totally recommend this place.

I’m an Australian on vacation and was was looking for some nice Mexican food so stopped at Mi Tierra. I was not disappointed. The atmosphere was great and I could see it is a family run & owned restaurant. The gentleman serving me was polite & helpful. I ordered a burrito which was superb, and enjoyed an ice tea with it. A local Hispanic friend assured me Mi Tierra’s food is the most authentic in Salinas.

I order albóndigas soup (meatballs with potato, carrots and Mexican squash) really tasty perfect for this cold weather , when you order this dish, they also provide a little plate with rice and beans as a compliment, before you order, the chips and salsa are amazing and the chips are freshly made, crunchy and tasty, the price was good , the dish and a soft drink for less than $20, is a small family owned restaurant, truly a place to try real Mexican food.

Same consistent good food, good service served from their family to ours! Generous refills of fresh chips and delicious salsa!! First time trying their tender and delicious menudo!! This is our family go to place when we are wanting home cooked with love Mexican food! Everything is delicious!

The food tasted amazing and the prices were reasonable. I would definitely return back because the service was excellent too and the location.

Excellent, genuine service and great food. My chicken burrito was enormous and of great taste and texture.

When I was about to order my food, the server asked if I wanted "wonton soup"... I'm Filipino, not Chinese. I'm not too sure if he was trying to be funny but I don't think he should be saying those comments to customers. Definitely not returning. I could find better quality food and service elsewhere.

Service is always great! Staffs are always friendly. Food and chavelas are always consistent.

It's time for a well deserved update. So much better than I remember. Solid service with genuine smiles. All was clean and no sticky anything. The food was...very good. Presentation was decent and the portions are generous. The big picture here for me is you're going out to have some well made Mexican food. And they have a great menu. Last words...clean plate club.

First time customers. If a place can serve an excellent chile relleno, it definitely knows what it's doing and Mi Tierra gets high marks for that and its milanesa. Oh, and the salsa is worth taking home a container. Besides great food, the service was excellent! Gotta say we have a new favorite restaurant.

Loved how quickly we received our order. Food was delicious, Everyone loved their plate a great place to bring the whole family as they was plenty of room. The only reason I can't give 5 stars is because our waitress didn't return to check in mid meal if we needed anything and also for the expired saladinas crackers, even if safe I think Mi Tierra should be on top of expiry dates just in case. Other than that everything was great

Great, authentic Mexican food served with genuine customer service. Fabulous drinks made to satisfy the palate. We had a family reunion and chose this local family owned business. The food was excellent and the servings were generous! I highly recommend this restaurant for dine in, take out or catering a party. Thank you, Carlos Excellent food, exemplary customer service and fabulous ambiance.

Heck ya!!! You have to order "Bistec a la Mexican enchilado como dona Lupe." This plate is my favorite! Order it just like I wrote above!

Doña Maria serves the best "posole" in Salina's, but what truly sets it apart is the outstanding customer service. Maria treats everyone like family, and her children are wonderful. Every dish I've tried has been excellent, and the prices are very reasonable. I highly recommend this place!

Great food. I always order asada fries can't go wrong with them. Service is great always get greeted when I walk through the door. It's quiet and a nice place to grab lunch.

Where to start with this little disaster visit. 1) Service provided by gentlemen was pretty bad, not very friendly, didn't appear he wanted to be there etc. 2) Ordered Albondigas soup and was spoiled. Very bad, returned them. 3) Coffee was Luke warm 4) Restaurant was cold and had the AC on, asked and the response was it's always on in here. 5) Just will never come back and do not recommend, you been warned. Zero Stars, you guys need to self evaluate asap!

Nice family restaurant! Service was quick and food was home cooked and delicious. Coming back for the grilled fish !

This is my second time visiting the restaurant and it is no wonder why I went back. Food is extremely tasty and authentic. Not to mention, customer service is wonderful! Must visit!!

The ambience was nice, clean. Service was quick and the server was kind. Food was ok not great. I ordered enchiladas, one chicken, one cheese they were mediocre. The sauce lacked flavor. It came with rice and beans which were better than I expected. The salad was non existent it was less than table spoon worth! I was looking forward to that the most. The husband ordered two fish tacos the cabbage in them was extremely wet and made the tortillas wet so....not great

Do not eat at this restaurant. This place does not deserve your money.This restaurant is not clean. Before ordering I was asked to leave because I have a service dog. My service dog Holly who was wear her service dog vest and her certification paperwork was in plain sight. This didn't seem to matter to the staff. I have never been refused service at a restaurant because my service dog especially have showing all my paperwork. I'm write this because I hope there staff learn from this experience and never does this again to some with a disability or medical condition. Manager & owner should look up the ADA laws and rights !!!!!!! If you want good food there is a La Costa down the street you'll thank me later.

Sangria's preparadas were awesome. Salsa macha need to be requested and is delicious. Great ambience. Good food . A must try

Mi Tierra is one of the best spots for authentic Mexican food! You are free to sit wherever you please and are always greeted when you walk inside. I go there to get fajitas often, and they will not disappoint! Some restaurants are stingy when it comes to fajitas, but at Mi Tierra, they make sure you get a lot of meat with your fajitas! Pair that with some horchata, and it hits the spot prices are fair, and you get your money's worth. Whether you're visiting or are a local, this is one of my top 3 Mexican restaurants in town.

We used to eat there every day almost, spending anywhere from $40-$50 per visit! But every time I ask for sides salsas for the burritos they'd give me one maybe. So they started telling me I needed to buy a whole side of salsa, that's not standard practice for a Mexican restaurant! Unfortunately I have found a different establishment who gives me the right amount of salsa for the food I order! They don't charge me or anything because I'm already buying meals there burritos there! I haven't eaten here now for several weeks, and I probably won't go back now that I found another restaurant, who gives me salsa from my food without charging me

Ordered a crispy chicken taco and a cheese enchilada. They bring out a chili relleno and a chicken enchilada . I told him I did not order that and he said don't worry I'll bring you a chicken taco. He ends up charging me extra for the taco. What should have been $15 cost me $21 because he got my order wrong!!!

I was recommended the crispy shrimp tacos. They are the best. Ask for a side of the chili oil to go with it

Right across the street from the Steinbeck Center is Mi Tierra. We've visited Salinas a few times in the last few years and I've always wanted to come here. This weekend it worked out and it was everything I hoped it would be. Friendly staff, tasty food, fabulous salsa. One of the best Chile Rellenos I've ever had. Mexican food can be very subjective but this is my ideal. It goes on my Mount Mexicanfoodmore with El Caminito in Livermore and a couple of places in Bakersfield. Check this place out. Indoor dining but they had some tables in front and there is a bar in the back. Highly recommended.

Since there are so many Mexican restaurants in Salinas I think a good rule of thumb is if you wouldn't bathe in the salsa don't eat there lol here I have a choice of three emazing salsas that I can't get enough of! I came here one day after court and I was craving some tacos. I decided to order the fish tacos and I'm sooooo glad I did. They were seriously so delicious. They weren't your average covered in batter fish tacos either. No! These were fresh and juicy man! I got my order to go and it was nice talking to the owner while I waited. Everyone was so nice and they kept assuring me my order was coming up even though it took about ten minutes total! Price was pretty reasonable too! I paid a total of $15 with tip. I got two fish tacos, a side of rice and they packed some chips and salsa in there for me too. Great deal for quality and quantity.

So I found this place on yelp and it was well worth it . I got the caldo de res which was bomb . I loved the juice in the soup so tasty omg . I highly recommend this soup of beef . The waitress was on point with service . Chips and salsa was pretty good as well . The place was clean and very homey . People here were very nice and treated us like family. . I will be back for more great food. .

Good service, delicious salsa, great enchiladas. I've ordered dine in and used them for catering / togo on super short notice, came through great and everyone loved it.

Fabulous Mexican food. The Chicken Super Burrito is the bomb. Love the guacamole as w lol.

Stopped by here during a road trip. Had plans to try a different restaurant. But they were too busy. Good for us we tried this place. Great service and staff. I can't find say enough about their sea food platter. I ordered the 1/2 order for $20. Had every kind of seafood you would want. Fish,shrimp,crab mussels, octopus and scallops. Huge plate lots of each item and seasoned just right. I highly suggest you give this place a try!

I really enjoy the service. Accommodating me with a vegetable tostada with yummy chips and salsa!

Went for a early dinner today and restaurant was empty and so clean.. they have indoor and outdoor dining... server was awesome and very attentive, I think he's the owner as he's the one that has always served us when we've gone. Today I was in between the Chile Colorado and the Mar y Tierra... he suggested Mar y Tierra and not disappointed. Very flavorful and good portion... my daughters had the cheese enchiladas and she was happy the other one had the carnitas and also happy customer if you're in Old Town pay them a visit

Everything is great here always pick something different and you won't be able to chose the same item again, the menu is well-known with the locals, the crowd is diverse like the city, we always come back

Left my personal belongings and they let me arrive after closing to retrieve. Their food was high quality for the price especially the fajitas! Highly recommend very nice people!

Wanted to get some takeout pozole and this was excellent! Staff were incredibly friendly and helpful. Also had some great guacamole, chips, and a carnitas taco. Will definitely be back!

Food is really darn good! Staff is always friendly and food gets out right on time. I love that they also give big decent portions! Will definitely be coming back!

We were planning on trying the upscale Mexican place down the street but it was packed and had a line of young hipsters waiting outside, so we opted for the down home Mexican cooking found at Mi Tierra and we're glad we did! The place was packed at 12 on a Sunday but we were still able to get a table right away. A good sign was the place was filled with local families all relaxing and having great conversations and clearly enjoying the food! The waitress are efficient friendly and organized. Great Mexican standards playing on the radio and festive colorful decor. The service was very attentive even though it was so busy. Hubby had a bacon cheese omelette with rice and beans and almost licked his plate clean! I ordered the bomb shrimp tostada that is a huge serving of delicious shrimp, cucumber tomato, onion and cilantro in lime juice. Huge! I also made a special request and ordered grilled nopales, onions and jalapeños as a side and got a raised eyebrow from our server but she just said go with it and we did! It was so amazing! The citrus of the nopales against the sweet onion and spicy jalapeño were divine. They need to add this as a menu item! We also got an order of albondigas soup to have for dinner and I can't wait!

Great little spot in downtown Salinas. Super lovely and friendly staff that supplied heat lamps while we enjoyed our meals outdoors. Food was delicious and we truly enjoyed everything. Chimichanga was one of the best I've ever had. Ask for the extra spicy hot sauce they have if you like heat!

For more honest reviews visit my profile If you are coming here to have dinner make sure it's not an hour before they close. Brought staff here and the weiter who I think Is someone son started sweeping and talking about how he had to go see a movie or some shit. Umm.... Isn't the theater next door? And if you have to leave the leave bro. Dude you are sweeping and all the shit is hitting my shoes. Do you not process that through your brain? Do you not process that you are advertising that you close at a certain hour? Chavelas was 4/5 the food was bomb, but this guy ruined it. not coming back any time soon.

Excellent food! A friend recommended we try Mi Tierra's! Wow!! Our food was hot, fresh and very tasty! The salsa has just the right amount of heat. The wait stuff was friendly and efficient. Our new to go place for Mexican food in Salinas!!!

Came here after my fav Rosita's armory closed. Eaten in twice. Ordered out 4 times. Rellenos are very good. Not quite as good as Rositas but they were the best I've ever had, Ensenada to Seattle (which has surprisingly good mex food). Service is fine. Spotty maybe. I got the sense they were kind of expecting me to be a jerk. Or may be werent going to put up with much. I like everything I've had. Good solid. Old school Mex. haven't tried chili verde yet which is the real test.

First time here at new location.. I noticed that regular customers get served first , even though we arrived and ordered first. That's not cool. Every customer should be treated equally.. Hey but that's okay this restaurants what I call a 1 timer. There's a lot of competition out there for this restaurant. Next time I'll take my money elsewhere

best nachos ever. Don't have to wait either. Chicken fajitas are the best. Service is fast. Sometimes they have no servers who will speak English, but that adds to the experience. My favorite Mexican place in salinas!!!

Decent salsa (hence the extra star) otherwise Mi Tierra was a total disappointment. My family and I arrived at the end of a Sunday lunch rush. Our waitress suggested that we get our food to go because we had our dog with us. I paid for the meal with a 20% tip. My family left with the dog and I waited over 35 minutes for our food. When the food was ready our waitress brought it over.. PLATED. I said to her "I thought I was getting this to go because you told us we couldn't eat here with our dog." With a bad attitude she took the food back and packed it for carry out. It was obvious the staff wasn't happy with me (for some reason) because the other employees were shooting looks and being condescending as I left. They got part of our order wrong, giving us a beef taco instead of carnitas. The chicken in my burrito tasted over done and it was soggy and hard to enjoy. Would not go back this place if you paid me to.

Mi tierra is affordable and delicious. I love getting a chavela with my food. The staff is alway friendly quick. They have great posole and tamales. But everything is good.

Service was excellent. Food was good and chavela was good too. This was the first time eating at this restaurant and it is one that I will definitely return to.

Drove to Salinas from Monterey on a recent driving trip to go see the Steinbeck Museum and found Mi Tierra - very nice find. Very L.A. kind of Mexican food, not your trendy hip taqueria with twenty different salsas to choose from - very old school where the flavors are muted but work well together - satisfying to us. Good service and the place was packed on a weekend with locals, always a good sign. Many families, very social like a hangout. Chips were good, the salsa was great - was ladeling it on with a spoon. Had a cheese enchilada and chicken taco. The taco (crispy) was one of the best I've ever had. Extremely crispy freshly fried shell with good chicken meat - the shell was perfect and didn't get soggy and fall apart. The refried beans (no whole black or pinto beans - thank God!) - the only option and fine with me - were hopefully cooked as they should have been in lard, very authentic. The flat bean flavors tied in perfectly with the cheese enchilada drizzled in a dark red enchilada sauce, the rice perfectly fluffy and chewy. Excellent experience and across the street from the Steinbeck Museum!

Good salsa and chips, Horchata, Chavelas were bomb...Great customer service, clean and great atmosphere we will definitely come back here...woot woot

my husband is so picky with food and this restaurant happens to be the best restauran/ food with flavor he has ever eaten at least in salinas.

I absolutely love mi tierra. I always get the combination plate with a crunchy taco & enchilada de pollo. The enchilada sauce is delicious. The rice and beans are very flavorful. I definitely recommend this place to anyone. I enjoy it every time

I'm sorry to say but never ever again will I go here ... we came here for a Mother's Day lunch for my mother and grandmother .. and first impression of our waiter was ridiculous he was very very rude . Like as if he could care less. On top of that he got my order wrong , my mothers and then didn't even order my grandmothers plate either . And she was the first to order but last to get her plate .... the rice was gross including enchiladas tasted basically like tomatoe . My mother's tacos had no meat literally was all belll peppers . I'm sorry but customer service is beyond ridiculous here .....