El Sazon Mexicano PDX - Portland, Oregon

Nevenka A.

Great lunch spot! You can order ahead online which makes it easy to pick something up on your lunch break. The food is prepared to order so the wait is slightly longer. My vegan burrito was warm, tasty, and filling. Definitely needed the salsa condiment. Be sure to get some before leaving. It's a small place brightly decorated. Next time I don't pack my lunch, I'll be back!

Navin S.

Many reasons why we would never go back here.

Prices. Compared to other Mexican cuisine places, these guys are kind of a rip off. Their prices to start with are on the higher side. Not just that, when you pay, you'll notice that the rates are higher than listed on the menu. I see other people have complained of this too in the past. And when you ask them, they have all kinds of excuses to justify.

Poor Service. The customer service is very poor. People here aren't most friendly and understanding. They also take too much time to get the food prepared. We were the first person to order when they opened for the day. And still it took a looong time. Place is small (which is fine) but nothing is friendly here. Silverware, you have to ask for (coz there aren't much). Water, they ask questions before giving you any.

Food and money's worth. The food is mediocre. Food taste is average at best. First time I experienced a Mexican place where even for salsa, the lady said that there would be an extra charge.

J L.

MARVELOUS MEXICAN

Very casual and legit spot for Mexican fast food. I loved my salad and their homemade salsas are fantastic. Hub liked his tacos.

Fave salsa was the habanero, but the green avocado was a close second.

Hyon S. K.

The Best Mexican Restaurant in Town for the AL Pastor!!!
😋 👌 🙌 😍 ❤️
What's Al Pastor,you ask?
It's an Authentic Mexican Spicy and Sweet Pork Dish!!!
Bon Appétit, Everyone!!!
😉

Susannah A.

We get food here every couple of weeks - it’s that good! Even my picky teenager loves their street tacos. Generous portions, quality ingredients and nice people. Highly recommend.

Curtis B.

Update February '25 back to 5 stars. Update May '24 - the food isn't the problem, it's the unpredictable hours around lunch, and half the time they are out of something to make what you want. Today they said that they were "out of everything" and we're not even halfway through the day. Really? Better call ahead.
Get the Sope! I've been trying Sopes from all kinds of food carts and Mexican cafes, and this place has the best Sopes in the Portland area, no question!

Jake E.

Small, no-frills option for authentic and delicious Mexican fare. We had the carnitas plate and some street tacos al pastor.

Highlights: 1 - Some of the best, most savory carnitas around! 2 - Delicious handmade tortillas (taco only) grilled and crispy! 3 - Fresh pica and guacamole. 4 - Green sauce.

Areas that didn't impress as much: 1 - Chips and salsa cost over $6 extra and the chips were a tad browned and over cooked. 2 - al pastor was surprisingly bland in comparison to the bomb-diggity delicious carnitas. 3 - red salsa seemed to be chili-powder forward... A bit bitter for my taste, but some will love it.

We will eat here again and just go carnitas all the way (tacos and platter). Will pass on chips and tacos al pastor.

Luke T.

Small, hole in the wall place with absolutely delicious tacos. I've been looking for a taco place that serves authentic tacos similar to my buddy's homemade tacos, and I'm glad I found this place. I'm excited to try the other items on their menu