Taco La Bufadora

«⁴⁄₅ for Fish Tacos, ²⁄₅ for everything else»
Ambiance:
The restaurant itself is big for being a door on the strip in the shopping center (looks like two spots combined), but the way it’s laid out with heavy, thick tables and chairs, it is difficult to move around comfortably. And, seating is often limited during lunch time. I don’t think anyone really cleans the tables. They are always so sticky and because the finish isn’t quite right, the wood is porous and seeps in oil and dirt-​stuffs.
Service:
I’ve never had bad service. I’ve never had great service. I used to go in once each week and I even started bringing my co-​workers. Even though it’s the same people behind the counter, I never get a smile or welcome back.
Food:
I’ve had a few things on the menu, but for me, it’s all about the fish tacos. They used to be 99cents. They are now $ 1.25 on Wednesdays. I don’t order anything else as I’ve never really been happy with other items on their menu. The one downside is their fish tacos are a hit or miss. Some days they are old, tiny, and cold. But other days, they are plump fresh pieces that taste amazing. When this place is on its game, the tacos are outstanding. My co-​workers fell in Love with the fish tacos and every week they suggest this place. It’s definitely a solid in our rotation. But, then there are those days that are not as good. Still, I absolutely recommend trying their fish tacos if you haven’t. I also give a nod to their potato taco– just because it is different, and one of the better potato tacos I’ve had.
Pricing:
I feel like their pricing is reasonable, for the most part. While I wouldn’t pay full price for their tacos, $ 1.25 for their fish taco is a great deal and well-​worth it. If you get a soda, you are only allowed one refill. And, if you are a water drinker like I am, you are stuck with the tiny bathroom cup of warm water with a couple of ice cubes.
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Pros:
1) On a good day, the fish tacos are amazing!
2) It’s close to my house
3) Pricing for Fish Tacos (on special days) is very reasonable
Cons:
1) Some days, the fish tacos are old and tiny
2) Personally, I prefer limes to lemons with my tacos
3) Not very friendly
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Recommendation:
On the rating scale, I’d give ⁴⁄₅ for Fish Tacos, ²⁄₅ for everything else. If you are looking for good fish tacos, definitely give it a try! I haven’t found a better fish taco anywhere else in town. If you are looking for Mexican food in general, I think you could do better.

If I could get them ½ of a star I would. Establishment is not very clean. The portions are meager for the prices (and compared to the menu photos) they are skimpy with salsa and have a new policy about how they give it out every week, and the math on their menu is questionable at best (ex: it’s cheaper to buy each combo item separately for some meals as opposed to purchasing the combo which was created to save the consumer). I will never patron this restaurant again and since Moreno Valley is not lacking Mexican food eateries I will search for a better place with higher standards, that cares about what their customers want.

This is very different from the Perris and Riverside locations. They charge $.25 for the yellow chiles, 1 refill only, they give you 1 sauce cup, the rice was really garlicky, and the food was not great! I would not recommend this location to anyone.

First of all, I agree with the other review that it is hit or miss place. Whenever the old cranky man is there DO NOT ORDER! I was going religiously every friday and getting their shrimp tacos… however, just recently I ordered a large order for myself and people at work.
When I ordered over the phone to make sure the order was ready to just pick up the guy was rude, loud and was very impatient. I got to the store to pick up my order which wasnt ready and I asked if he was sure that was all the order in the one bag on a couple of plates? He swore it was and was so rude telling me to move and hurry up because there was a line.
Because I had a larger order I expected several salsa cups… but he only gave me 3 little cups! I asked for more since the order was for several people and he gave me only 1 more! Then I asked him to go over the order with me to make sure and he said no there was too many people and granted I was in a hurry so I just trusted it was my whole order.
Then i get back to work and of course, he shorted me 4 tacos! Well, I called and unfortunately he answered the phone with his cranky attitude and I explained I was short tacos. After arguing back and forth that I was missing tacos he said look I am way too busy, come back and I will charge you for the tacos and give you more. I told him you ALREADY charged me but didn’t give me my purchase and he said oh well and hung up on me.
Good thing I only like their shrimp tacos (the other stuff is just simply ok) but the service is HORRIBLE! They are stingy and rude and have no customer service at all. I can see if he got frustrated maybe with a language barrier but I speak spanish so there were no excuses. Also, its not just him with horrible customer service. The other ladies have small talk when you are trying to order and then ask you to repeat your order several times because they arent paying attention. Thumbs DOWN!

This place is a surprise every other time you go to it! The first time I went, I got there famous fish tacos! I am not going to lie! It was really good. They were crispy and fresh! But the last two time I went, it was an epic fail! Soggy and over greasy! So today when I went, I decided to try something new! I wanted there carne asada burrito. I ask what was in the burrito. The lady said carne asada bean, rice, and cilantro. Personal I can’t stand cilantro, and I don’t like when rice is in my burrito. I think it take away the taste of the carne asada and it just a filler! So I asked that they put the rice on the side and no cilantro! She said ok and took our money. After about 5 or so minutes my babe’s meal was ready I was still waiting for my mine. But then the lady said from across the room that sorry they said they can’t put the rice on the side! This confused me. She said the owner feels that it’s changing the menu. So I was offered either rice in the burrito, or out. I said ok, just put the rice in it! This personally, says they don’t give a shit about customer service! What does it take to put a scoop of rice they put in the burrito, on the same plate as the burrito? Now she said this came from the owner! But no the owner did not come out to explain there position when I pressed. Not to mention the burrito when it did come, it had barely any carne asada as it appears on the picture of there menu! And the carne asada was filled with gristle and fat. But you bet there was plenty of beans and rice and the cilantro I asked not to be put on it! Needless to say, I had to post this as it will be the last time I walk in to this place and spend my hard earn money. I a believer in patronizing local business! But when you don’t respect the people who spend there money in your establishment! You deserve this kind of post! And other local people should know!

Best fish tacos in moval! I have been coming here for years and all I can say is I love the food here. Not just the fish tacos but everything here is amazing. The owner is super nice and the service is awesome. If u get the salsa I recommend mixing the two

Wow, NO THANK YOU!!! They shouldn’t even be in business. Very disappointed! I’ll just stick with going to the la bufadora in Riverside and Perris!

A Family own business is always better place for me … I have a few friends that are always bragging about their fish tacos, it’s been years since I have come to this place and at the time I got potato tacos which were still good hope they still are… So I finally decided to order two fish tacos just in case I didn’t like then after the first bite I was surprised on how delicious they where hands down best fish taco I have ever tasted

First time eating here. The shrimp taco was really good. The fish taco seemed tasteless. Was super hot inside the restaurant. They also had a dumb rule where you can only order one fish or crab meat tostada if you’re ordering to go. What sense does that make. You can order multiple if you’re sitting in that hot place but only one if you’re leaving. Makes no sense.

The damn grumpy owner ruins this place! Soooo rude! And stingy as hell, would only give us two salsas for 10 tacos!!! We were looking for a go to place for our group lunches, but after the way he treated my co worker, no. Just no!

Don’t go that place they are waste our money we called order 6 potatoes tacos and we bring it home and we opens up and got us fish tacos we didn’t order that so we called you give us wrong order and they said oh I heard you said fish tacos I said no we order potatoes taco and we want get it back and give me 6 potatoes tacos they said no i heard you said fish taco. They wouldn’t willing to make it up give me potatoes tacos ughh I really want bring the fish taco throw at them face.

Food is great! However, the old man that parades back and forth, seems a little double faced sketchy; thinks he’s the owner.

Good fish tacos! They’re super cheap on Wednesday’s & potato tacos are really good too. Super stingy though with cups for the salsa, lady gave me one cup & I asked for another, she literally gave me a dirty look lol. Relaxxxx lady lol

Food is so so to the full extreme! The man owner that works there is always dirtyyyyy looking and so damn grumpy! I can’t stand his face and character! Bad for customers that’s for sure! He always looks like he just woke up and is super pissed off lol who wants a dirty looking man touching your food Ewwww! Take a shower and wear fresh clean clothes when you come to work! And put a damn smile on that face!

Five stars for the fish tacos alone. I have had another dish or 2, but it’s all about that Wednesday fish taco special, which used to be $.99 cent but since I like them so much I’ll pay a little extra now. Also this this one of the very few places where I actually eat the beans, sopes are good too. And I’ve had a side order of tacos dorado s de papa, very good! The only downside and not complaining, but some people may want to know that you are limited to one refill from the fountain drink.

I’ve only tried their fish tacos… and I really enjoyed them. they are pretty good. Not sure if they still have their Wednesday special for .99 cents.

The Food Is Great, except the dessert!!!
Sadly to say the service is very poor. I was charged once for just a torta when I had asked for the combo. When I asked if they can charge me properly, they said no, that I would have to pay more :(.
The second time I had ordered 4 chicken tacos. They charged my card and gave me my receipt. A few minutes later they told me they didn’t have chicken, that they had ran out. I had to settle for the carne asada even though I was craving the chicken. Who charges you for something without even checking first I mean really ???
And third I decided to try the cheesecake but once I tried cutting it and biting it, it was frozen. I asked for my money back and they said they couldn’t give it to me. So I just threw it away and took off. I couldn’t believe they would even sell it like that.
I gave them three tries but unfortunately I’ll spend my money elsewhere.

I really like La Bufadora! I’ve been coming here for about 2 years now! The owner is super cool and they have good specials each day of the week!
What I like most is that the food is Great! They have steak Tostaditas that are my favorite! The meat is always seasoned just right and the beans are the bomb! I like how cheap it is and how quick they are! Def. A whole In the wall to check out!

First thought when I came here was
«La Bufadora? What does that even mean???»
Although I still have no idea what it means (seriously what does it mean??) I do know one thing… this place is DELICIOUS! Please don’t not come here just because it only has 3 stars. Give this place a chance and I guarantee you will not be disappointed! They have a lot of Mexican dishes to offer from burritos, tacos, tortas, taquitos to Mexican drinks like Horchata (which btw theirs is SO good!!) I’m not Mexican but I have been to Rosarito and Ensenada a handful of times and this place is as authentic as it gets.
Best thing about this place? Not only is it delicious but affordable! They have 99 cent fish taco Wednesday’s and $ 2.99 taquitos (3) on Thursdays.
Last thing you should know is that usually only 1 person (the person at the register) speaks English and the rest of the employees only speak Spanish. Make sure if you don’t speak Spanish to talk to the person that speak English because the other employees will stare at you with a blank and confused face lol!

The fish tacos & shrimp tacos here taste even better than the ones I had in Ensenada.
The shrimp tacos and fish tacos do taste like the real deal. We also LOVED the shrimp burrito. I had to purchase another shrimp burrito cause my spouse was eating all of mine! The food here is so good, you really don’t want to share! I also like the white baja style sauce they add to the tacos yum!
Our 3 favorites:
Shrimp tacos
Fish tacos
Shrimp burrito
This is the real deal when it comes to fresh baja style food.