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Cancun Sabor Mexicano
Welcome to Cancun Sabor Mexicano, a vibrant gem nestled in the heart of Berkeley, California. This Latinx-owned establishment brings the authentic flavors of Mexico to your table, offering a delightful dining experience that caters to both casual outings and special occasions.
At Cancun Sabor Mexicano, you'll find a diverse menu that boasts an array of tantalizing options. Whether you’re a fan of hearty burritos, zesty tacos, or comforting enchiladas, there’s something here to satisfy every palate. Their impressive salsa bar is a highlight, providing an opportunity to personalize your meal with a burst of flavor from various homemade salsas. Customers have raved about the al pastor burrito, perfectly wrapped to ensure a mess-free enjoyment, and the mole enchiladas that left even the hardest to please delighted.
- Convenience and Accessibility: Enjoy the ease of delivery, takeout, and even a drive-thru option. The restaurant is fully wheelchair accessible, ensuring everyone can enjoy a delicious meal.
- Dining Options: With both heated and covered outdoor seating, you can savor your meal while soaking up the vibrant atmosphere of Berkeley. The establishment is kid-friendly and perfect for groups, making it an excellent choice for family dinners or gatherings with friends.
- Eco-Friendliness: Cancun Sabor Mexicano is committed to sustainability, offering plastic-free packaging and compostable containers, alongside reusable tableware.
- Payment Flexibility: With options to pay via credit cards, Apple Pay, Android Pay, and even cryptocurrency, your dining experience can be as modern as it is delicious.
Customers have highlighted the restaurant's friendly service, with staff members who are eager to help you navigate the extensive menu. The inviting interior, illuminated by bright decor, creates a warm and welcoming atmosphere. Many have noted the casual ambiance, coupled with moderate noise levels, making it perfect for lunch or dinner. Plus, with free Wi-Fi and a good selection of beer and wine, it’s easy to linger and enjoy your time here.
Located at 2134 Allston Way, Cancun Sabor Mexicano truly encapsulates the essence of Mexican cuisine, offering food that resonates with authenticity and flavor. Whether you’re a longtime fan or a newcomer, this taqueria promises a culinary experience that pays homage to the vibrant culture and culinary traditions of Mexico. So, gather your friends or family, and prepare to indulge in some of the best Mexican food the East Bay has to offer!
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“ Grabbed a super burrito here and the service here is speedy. The interior is comfortably bright and they have several salsas to pick from. Burrito with al pastor was well wrapped and flavorful. It did not fall apart or end with dripping oil which is my least favorite part of eating a burrito. Solid place and worth coming through again ”
“ We came to Cancun and Rafa, Jessi and Ruben did a fabulous job. They not only served us an amazing food but also provided great service. We order tortilla soup, street tacos, fajitas and enchiladas. And let me tell you My mom is really hard to please and she loved the mole enchiladas and the tortilla soup. The salsa bar ufff all of them 10+ they were so good. I will definitely recommend and will be back again! ”
“ The best Mexican food in the east bay. I've been eating here for decades. Highly excellent grilled chicken and salsa bar. ”
“ I just love me some Cancun Taqueria! I have been going here for years and just tried it recently and it hasn't lost its touch. This place has THEE BEST TACOS EVER! Their chicken crispy tacos and carnitas crispy tacos are so good that I always get them. Their burritos and quesadillas are killer too! What makes this place great is that they make their tortillas in house and it smells so good in there. It also has lots of tables and beautiful Mexican decor everywhere. For a taqueria it can be pricey but the quality of food is so worth it. Their staff is friendly and can help you pick from their extensive menu. They even have a location at the Oakland airport in terminal one and the quality of food is still top tier. Their parking situation can be challenging but there is parking available but you may have to circle the block a few times to find a spot! It's basically across the street from Cal's campus so that's why it's challenging but definitely worth a trip if you're in Berkeley. Tell Rafael I sent ya! ”
“ In a nutshell; pricey but expected downtown type priced decent Mexican food The atmosphere of the establishment does indeed exude its namesake. There's a Salsa station on the side for your chips that's usually accompanied by your order or dish, but for the price, I was hoping the salsa station also has a chips station you can just grab chips alike to similar other establishments. The order looked and tasted good but I'd say doesn't really match the price, but it's to be expected as I'm sure it's expensive to upkeep any business stationed in a downtown setting. Overall neat place but I'll probably lean to trying the other establishments nearby. ”
“ From 2-5pm daily Cancun Sabor Mexicano has a happy hour deal: half off all alcohol and soft drinks with purchase of food. Whether or not you partake in said offer though, it's clear that the gentleman proprietor who mans the register enjoys serving up alcohol. It wasn't just the quaint bon mot served up with my Negra Modelo ($6.99) but the announcement of each Mojito being ready for pick-up. In what can only be described as an operatic voice, the lyrical pronouncement of yet another Mojito being ready for another diner is quite an entertaining hat trick. Cancun Sabor Mexicano though, while certainly not the best of Mexican fare to be found in Berkeley, doesn't really need hat tricks. I ordered up two Street Taco platters (4 tacos, choice of protein, $13.99) and found that flavor profile coupled with volume and ambiance proved thoroughly satisfying. Food facts first. Carne Asada is my go-to protein in places like this. Here it was a version less tasty than desired. The beef seemed to be cut from a center piece, with no char or dark edges. The beans and salsa did most of the heavy lifting and I'd not again choose carne asada as a protein here which is okay as the Al Pastor and Carnitas options were more tasty. The taco plates were served with pre-made chips (I prefer house-made) which were also improved by the array of fresh salsas (help yourself) from the salsa bar. The ambiance here is nice. not fancy-nice, but casually stylish and comfortable, with big wooden communal tables and smaller tables for smaller groups. The volume of eateries in this area leaves me jealous of those who live in Berkeley. Cancun, despite this, has endured here for many years. I won't be racing back but I left fully satisfied and could easily envision a return. ”
