La Pinata III Reviews
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- Yumm to go!
Read More On Citysearch Citysearch User 5/26/2010 - Standard Mexican Fare
Read More On Citysearch Accident Prone 3/14/2010 - 200 types of tequila, what else needs to be said?A great place to hang out with a bunch of friends or take your special little lady to. Their food is amazing. I always get the Steak Fajitas. I've made it a personal mission to try all 200 tequilas they serve before the end of 2009. I'll keep you guys posted on that.
Read More On Citysearch RogerDunn50 6/10/2009 - Up to date on trends in tequila: Hacienda de los Diaz is promoted this month and ITS GREAT
Tequilas are what *really* make dining at La Pinata special. Not many Mexican places have that many tequilas--and a staff that knows something about most of them. And their selection expands as they find new high-quality products; their recently added "Hacienda de los Diaz" is a flavor to remember; the best 'reposado' I have ever tried.
With respect to food and other aspects of the Pinata ex...
Read More On Citysearch golfnerd010371 12/20/2008 - Wont return soonWon't go back anytime soon. Music is so loud you have to yell to be heard across the table. Asked if music could be turned down so we could have conversation and was told no... food is good, but you can hardly carry a conversation here.
Read More On Citysearch Citysearch User 11/9/2008 - They are good...most of the timeI have been to this La Pinata many time as it is really close to my house and most of the time the food and service are great. However, a few times that I have gone the service has been terrible; the waiter bringing the wrong food, hair in my boyfriend's enchilada, the wrong drinks, etc.
Read More On Citysearch Citysearch User 5/5/2008 - Wonderful ServiceThis La Pinata by far has the best service. I have been to hayward and san leandro but over both would have to reccomend alameda. The waitress are super friendly and everyone makes sure you get everything that you want and need.
Wonderful food as well. One of the best mexican restuarants in this area
Read More On Citysearch Citysearch User 3/27/2008 - watch out for the margaritas
I go here every once in a while. It's very busy and the bartenders are only nice to their friends, it seems.
The drinks are strong, however, and tasty.
The food is average. I do like the whole fried fish.
Don't order the micro-waved nachos and flautas that turn to rubber shortly after being served.
The place is packed every night and day.
Read More On Citysearch mizjohansen 11/21/2007 - Good Solid Mexican, great hours!
Read More On Citysearch by minichef at Menuism 2/7/2007 - Muy BuenoI have never had a bad dish at La Pinata III. Nor have I had a bad drink. The service is quick, the food is delicious, and the atmospher is fun. For those of you who swear by menudo for a hangover cure then this is a must. The burritos are filling and the margarita's come in large and small. It's always a good time at La Pinata III.
Read More On Citysearch lkcoops 11/20/2006 - Go to one of the other locationsWe got much better service at the locaiton in Fremont & didn't have to stand in a crowded hallway for an hour for a table.
Read More On Citysearch bruingirl14 11/18/2006 - Great Place for a DrinkThis place is always packed. The food is average, but the margaritas are the best in town. The bar is very comfortable and a nice place to eat dinner. Especially if you want a late meal.
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Read More On Citysearch Citysearch User 8/29/2006 - Good local Mexican food.Good variety of really good food and a vast selection of Tequila and other drinks.
Service is good, the place is usually packed on the weekends so be prepared for long wait times, so try for reservations. While you wait you could stop by the taco bar and order a drink and snack. Browse their cool collection of Tequilas. Samples are available from the drink menu.
Parking is sometimes a challenge...
Read More On Citysearch Citysearch User 5/20/2006 - FAMOSO LOVEDon't ask for a menu. You don't need it. LIsten up kiddo's all you have to say is "one Famoso please". That's right the "Famoso" burrito is the size of a human head and if you finish it you will experience the "famoso sweats". For an extra buck I recommend asking for carne asada.
For under $7.00 you get pure happiness. Tell them T-BONE sent you and you may get seated quickly.
Read More On Citysearch tboneslut 3/27/2006 - Everything you look for in a restaurantWhen the chips and salsa are addicting - you know anything on the menu will surely win you over. Generous portions of consistenly delicious food in a spacious atmosphere with fast and friendly service are all reasons why this place is an absolute crowd pleaser. And those crowds do flock so plan on getting there a little early.
Read More On Citysearch smorgasbord 6/12/2005 - we go here frequentlywe live in alameda. we go here once or twice a week. sometimes theres a 10 minute wait when its busy.sometimes its a bit noisy.the food is consistently good,basic fare. last nite i tried a 'special' entree.it was so-so.my best advise...stick with the basic items.enchiladas,combo dinner,dont get fancy. they do the basics well, and the special entrees are so-so.its not a gourmet restaurant.its g...
Read More On Citysearch wwisefoole 3/20/2005 - BEST MEXICAN ANYWHERE!My husband and I lived in Alameda for 4 years and ate at La Pinata at least once a week, if not more often. It was a mainstay especially when we had our first baby - the take out is just as good as eating in the restaurant! Chips and salsa are incredible. The fajitas are to die for - they are so big you could never finish it in one setting. I could get about 3 meals out of one order. They ha...
Read More On Citysearch babybodie 10/16/2002 - Great Value!Great value for the food you get. Quick and good service. The chips and salsa are excellent.
Read More On Citysearch anna8 9/3/2002 - 10This place is fabulous. The food is delicious and the drinks are plentiful. It is my fave mexican place, and I am picky!
Read More On Citysearch tessa_nicholls 6/26/2002
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