Michael's Grill & Taqueria

4.4(286)

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Location & Hours

Address

321 Main St
Salinas, California 93901
United States

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Hours

Closed • Opens Today at 11:00 AM

Monday11:00 AM - 8:00 PM

Tuesday11:00 AM - 8:00 PM

Wednesday11:00 AM - 8:00 PM

Thursday11:00 AM - 8:00 PM

Friday11:00 AM - 8:00 PM

Saturday11:00 AM - 8:00 PM

SundayClosed

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Contact Information

(831) 754-8917

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About Michael's Grill & Taqueria

Price range: inexpensive

Google-sourced data last fetched on April 30, 2025.

4.4/5

Based on 286 reviews

Recent Reviews

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Nicholas DI Angelo

a week ago

If the bring chips and salsa the food is going to be amazing. I ordered something small today the nacho the first item and the chicken tortilla soup last item. The nacho needs aliile bit more work but...

M.L.H .N

2 months ago

Me and my spouse dined here a whiles time back and the service was super slow and the food was average.

Zach Roper

a year ago

Having been in California for several years, I've gotten used to good Mexican food. This restaurant was a reminder of how truly mediocre someone can make a burrito. While the service was nice, it does...

Alan Oda

5 years ago

Another of those hole-in-the-wall restaurants, I can think of few places with the quality of food at such reasonable prices. Anything they make with blackened shrimp. Is especially good, again at a m...

Demyan

9 months ago

Amazing place and food …. Maybe a bit more beans in burrito not only rice… over all 5 stars… was only $13 plus tip.. loved it… thank you guys…

What People Are Saying

Overall Experience

The restaurant generally provides a positive dining experience with good food and reasonable prices, though some inconsistencies exist. The average rating suggests customers are mostly satisfied, but experiences can vary.

Customer Favorites

Blackened shrimp dishes and the chicken tortilla soup are highlighted as particularly enjoyable. Burritos, however, receive mixed reviews, with some finding them amazing and others bland.

Atmosphere & Service

The restaurant is described as a "hole-in-the-wall" with a positive atmosphere. Service quality varies, with some customers reporting slow service, while others found it pleasant.

Value & Quality

The restaurant offers reasonable prices for the quality of food provided. Some customers find the portions adequate, while others suggest adjustments, such as more beans in the burrito.

Areas for Improvement

Nachos could use improvement, and the chicken tortilla soup could benefit from more vegetables and fresh tortillas. The steak burrito was criticized for being bland.

Recent Trends

The most recent reviews indicate a focus on the quality of specific dishes, with both praise and constructive criticism offered. There are suggestions for menu additions like lunch specials or a breakfast buffet.