Best Mexican Food in Southern California
Traditional Mexican Food & Barbacoa That Keeps You Coming Back
Authentic Barbacoa-Style Lamb in Chula Vista and Pico Rivera
Traditional Mexican Food & Barbacoa That Keeps You Coming Back
Aqui Es Texcoco serves classic Mexican barbecue at two easy spots: 520 Broadway 5 & 6, Chula Vista, CA and 9340 Whittier Blvd, Pico Rivera, CA. We’re known for our slow-cooked Barbacoa-style lamb, simple sides, and a relaxed vibe. Guests enjoy quick meals, family visits, and easy ordering through takeout, delivery, and catering. Our casual space works great for families and sports fans, and we keep every visit smooth and friendly.
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Our menu focuses on slow-cooked Barbacoa-style lamb made with simple, trusted methods. The lamb comes out tender and rich, and we pair it with homemade sides that feel familiar and easy to enjoy. Guests also like our classic Mexican sweets, which add a smooth finish to any meal. Our food works great for dine-in, takeout, delivery, and catering, and families appreciate the kids’ menu. Everything is made fresh so every visit feels worth it.
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Planning to dine in? Reserving a table at Aqui Es Texcoco is quick and easy. Pick your location, choose your time, and we’ll have everything ready when you arrive. Our casual, friendly space is perfect for family meals, catching a game, or enjoying a relaxed dinner with friends. Make sure your spot is ready and waiting for you.
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Aqui es Texcoco brings Mexican-style lamb barbecue to the US, while respecting and maintaining the authentic flavors, recipes and traditions. Our focus is 100% on the food, preparing it as it has been for hundreds of years - no flashy gimmicks or chef’s interpretations. Aqui es Texcoco is pure, authentic lamb barbecue.
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We are proud to feature our food on a variety of TV show appearances. It is an honor to share our authentic barbacoa de borrego with everyone.
- BBQ Crawl
- Taco Trip
- Man Fire Food
- Bizarre Foods
- KFMB San Diego Local Channel
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This is a Traditional Mexican Lamb Barbeque restaurant, I saw it had a bunch of reviews on Google so I wanted to try it. I came here at 3 pm on a Friday afternoon and it was easy to find parking and seating. I ended up ordering the Lamb Barbecue Plate. For meat I chose a mixture of meat and rib. It included small lamb ... broth, tortillas, salsa, lime, cilantro and onion. I got a full order as well. Amazing flavor on the meat and the tortillas were nice and fresh. Overall solid place and price point! Read More
Really nice lamb BBQ. We had the lean and the rib meat. Both were excellent but I would go for just lean next time. It had a good amount of flavor without the rubbery bits. The selection of salsas was nice as well. We got the guacamole and cactus the large size but it was quite a lot! We will definitely be back if we ... are in the area again. Read More
Wow! Some of the best halal Mexican I’ve had in a while. The green sauce with chicken and lamb was to die for. Tried both green and red sauce enchiladas; green had more flavour and was more satisfying but both were delicious. So many menu items, you’ll find something you like. The salsas and pickled onions on the ... sides are very spicy so be careful. The service is friendly and great and prices are fair. Can’t wait to return! Read More
We came in 30 min before closing. We were welcomed with a big smile and warmth. The service in this place is impeccable. Fast, warm and friendly. We were told that the lamb barbacoa is the best and they were not wrong. It was phenomenal. I loved that there was so many homemade salsas. SPICY HOT; authentic Mexican for ... sure!!!! We also ordered the tamarind agua Fresca- homemade with love. You can tell. It is not too sweet. I totally recommend!! We also ordered the flan and let me tell you. My husband and I were blown away. All of the items ordered came all together and within 10 min of ordering!!! Impressive!! Read More
Best mexican food I ever had. Like poetry on my taste buds. Put mexican food on the east coast to shame. Inexpensive and delicious. Very nice server too. Blown away. Refried beans at alot of places is forgettable filler slop. This was rich in flavor. The lamb made me feel guilty eating it it tasted so good.
I was recently here for dinner when looking for some halal Mexican food. This came up on a search and was highly recommended and it absolutely did not disappoint. We tried multiple items including the lamb barbacoa, tacos, and quesadillas and were happy with all of them. The meat was very tender and the food in ... general was very flavourful. Highly recommended! Read More
The service is amazing! If you're looking for authentic lamb barbacoa this is the place. I recommend getting half order (for one person) with only maciza if it's your first time, and it comes with lots of tortillas and consomé. The lamb is just amazing, and as someone who grew up in Mexico I approve this place!
Tried the rolled tacos... they are not serve with guacamole but ordered a side of guacamole for $6 the amount of they served is plenty🤗🇲🇽🌊
At Aquí es Texcoco, tradition is everything.