Mendoza Express

This was the worst Mexican food I ever had. There wasn’t any taste and it was cold. If that was the last place to eat in this world I would starve.

I would go elsewhere for Mexican food. You’re better off driving 15−20mins out of the way to another Mexican Restaurant. No flavor. Food was barely warm.

I have been a regular (6 – 8 visits monthly) at Mendoza Express since it opened. While the food is very good, and people are friendly, they are very stingy. Signs posted throughout the restaurant that only one refill per person for soft drinks. The amount of salsa they give you complimentary is about enough salsa for three chips. Today, I asked for an additional serving of salsa and noticed a charge on my bill. As a regular, that really bothers me. There are too many good Mexican restaurants around to stand out for reasons other than the food and experience. I’ll most likely be taking my Mexican food cravings a little further down the road to El Paso in Bridgeville.

soooo im not sure if it’s because i’m a California Mexican and not a Pennsylvania Mexican, but this is the first time i’ve seen that i cant have refills on my chips and i cant split my taco order to have different meats, ie. 2 chorizo tacos and 1 al pastor taco. Also, why cant i have rice and beans… why rice OR beans??? Why is that??? Salsa was nothing to write home about!

Very authentic mexican food. The service is always great and fast. I have been there numerous times and I have yet to have a bad experience. The portions are huge and the food is amazing.

Food took a very long time to arrive and tasted like it was straight out of a can or jar. Maybe they had trouble finding the can opener. The colorful décor and low prices are the only things this place has going for it.

Great authentic Mexican food. Traditional atmosphere. Friendly employees and go od prices. Best local Mexican place, in my opinion! Looks like a hole in the wall, but it is clean and great.

Fantastic and authentic. If you love real Mexican food, this may be the best kept secret in Pittsburgh. May seat only 20 people total. Get here early for lunch !

Ok so I gave in and tried again, just because this place is so darn convenient for their location! Still sucked. Pretty sure I chipped my tooth on a piece of rice (not kidding) I give up officially.

Mendozas is great! It may not be the best mexican food in the world, or even the city, but it is authentic and quick and great for a lunch out from the office. The chorizo tacos are awesome.
Its super tiny and a little cramped but it has charm and the owner is great.

Restaurant has So much character.

My husband and I eat here somewhat often, never have had a complaint. We usually end up ordering for a few people, which makes the order quite large, and they never get anything wrong. Everything is always fresh and delicious, best Mexican I have had in Pittsburgh. I am from the Louisiana, we have authentic Mexican on every other street, and this is definitely the best, authentic Mexican I’ve had here. Nice portions too! People who don’t like the rice there probably aren’t used to how it’s supposed to be made. delicious!

This review is for the chorizio tacos because every time I go to Mendoza I vow to try something new and I always end up getting these. The chorizio is finely diced, well seasoned, and topped with fresh cilantro. There delicious and at $ 6.00 a great deal as well.
The reason for the 4 star review versus 5 is the sides at Mendoza are middling. Certainly no reason not to give it a try though as everyone I’ve taken here has always enjoyed their main course.

Driving passed the place you may think it looks sort of sketchy, but believe me, it’s so worth. If you like authentic Mexican food, this is the place for you. Not may places like this exist in the ‘Burgh (the last I remember was Taco Loco in the South Side, which is now closed) so it’s worth the drive. The menu is huge and not too pricey either. Always check for the lunch specials as well because you can find some good deals. Another plus is the free chips before/​during your meal. The exterior isn’t anything special, and definitely reflects what you see on the outside. To be honest, it sort of looks like they just transformed a house into a restaurant. However, I think that’s how the place gets its charm.

I am from southern Orange County, so I might be a little bias. The décor and ambiance of the place is pretty fun, but the place is a tight squeeze. I was there for a quick lunch and ordered the Al Pastor tacos. It came with three tacos and rice for 6.50, no complaints on price. The tacos were yummy, just wished they used fresh pineapple instead of canned. Secondly the rice was a little hard, as if it were oldish or stale, but good flavor.
I was there during lunch and the place only has about 9 tables. They were considerably busy and I felt like they were trying to rush myself and other customers out.
Overall all pretty good considering price. I would give it a shot if in the area.

We sat at one of the few tables and were entertained by the pictures of Acapulco on the walls. –Acapulco is a beautiful beach in Mexico therefore this thought crossed my mind: «Why on earth would this guy move to Pittsburgh, of all places?»
I don’t know and I don’t care. We want him to stay in Pittsburgh forever! He’s got one of the best Mexican restaurants in the Burgh.
Owned by a couple, the wife does her magic in the kitchen and the husband runs the floor. The typical menu look has plenty of entrées. Our food here is always outstanding; you get what you ask for, not a dish filled with lettuce or cheese or sides as you often see. Consequently when our friends asked us to meet us here we couldn’t wait to drive across town and enjoy another dinner with them. Too bad we don’t live near this place, with this quality and price we could eat here almost every day!

This place was pretty good, but not incredible. I would recommend the Al Pastor tacos as they were quite flavorful and came with pineapple! The chicken tacos were bland and unremarkable. Unfortunately, the tacos were only served with a single corn tortilla which fell apart quickly.
This is better Mexican food than many places around Pittsburgh, but only in the middle of my range. I wouldn’t go out of my way to go here again, but would probably try it again if I was driving by.

Ah, perfection!
Authentic Mexican cusine? Check.
Fresh, daily ingredients? Check.
13″ TV blaring Spanish programming? Check.
Mendoza is the best and most authentic Mexican I’ve had the pleasure to stumble on over the past few years. Abe and his wife; sometimes joined by their son, bought an old sandwich trailer (think house). Abe and his wife used to work in hospitality in Acapulco, had the American dream, realized they could do what they do here and earn a living, and did it.
Move over Don Pablos, Mendoza has authenticity. That’s what makes them great. Sure, they only seat 15… but who cares when (sometimes) you can watch the ingredients get received and then have them on your plate. I’ve never had a bad experience here… even my ~gasp~ parents loved it (they don’t love anything, including me).
The décor adds to the charm. Blissfully tacky-​touristy items load the walls… and it all fits just fine. Leave your tux at home. Street food with a roof, and if you want it, a sit down Mexican dinner that can only be found south of Texas.
If you allow the outside to detract you, great… it means there is a seat for me inside, where I can squint and watch some lucha libre and enjoy one of the best meals in this city.

We accidently found this place while sitting in traffic and starving. I have to say, they have the best soft corn tacos around! We always order the Al Pastor tacos and they are ALWAYS AMAZING! For under $ 7, you get a basket of chips with salsa, three soft corn tortillas al pastor tacos, rice, hot sauce and great service! Their flan is also homemade and very, very good!

Little Mexican place run by some nice Mexican nationals. Very friendly and good service. Food is authentic. Small with only 9 tables and most only seat 2 people. Place was crowded. Some chips and salsa arrived immediately and they were good. Had a Eggs and Chorizo Burrito, the tortilla shell was good with a nice soft texture but the chorizo with egg had an odd taste. not a chorizo taste. Guess I should have tried something else.
Oh the name is actually Mendoza Express, not sure why Unilocal has Mendoza Abraham. Added website and set note to Unilocal about incorrect name, hopefully it will be changed.