Nopalitos

My girlfriend and I went here on a Saturday morning, it was very lively, but service was fast as the food arrived within 10 minutes of ordering. We ordered the huevos rancheros and the chili Colorado.

Important note: They ONLY accept CASH or CHECK as forms of payment.

Ambiance
Small and very welcoming. Very clean.

Customer service
You have to order at counter. Staff friendly and made some menu recommendations.

Eggs over Chile Colorado
Very tender beef, mild spice and finishes with a hint of sweetness, I normally like more spicey but it works.

There is a salsa bar ingredients look fresh.

Home style potatoes very good.

Will return to try the Little Cactus Special.

Only caveat is they only take cash or check. I never carry cash but had a some today.

I wish there were MORE stars I could give this lovely mid-town eatery! A true local neighborhood gem. Not on the "tourist list", but if you know, then you know! Authentic Mexican food at its best. Menu is not large but well appointed. Small indoor seating with a few outside tables. Just a quaint little spot. Please, please, please understand and accept the fact that they do not take cards for payment...CASH is King here (or check), however there is an ATM somewhere in the area. You will not go wrong with this place. Oh, and BTW ....the salsa bar is small but some of the best homemade salsas I have ever tasted!

Their food was delicious! Very tasty , definitely recommend Nopalitos . Plus they have great customer service

All the reviews I read prior to my visit were correct! Excellent service and excellent food. Very small place as well as small parking lot. Cash or check only. Great variety on the menu, mostly "southwestern". Order and pay at the counter. Food came out fast!
My husband had the Huevos Rancheros and I had the Scrambled eggs and avocado. We both cleaned our plates!!!

Excellent service, friendly staff, and great food. And good coffee.

Really wish they would take more than just cash/check. I have to plan ahead if I'm going to go here.

On a bustling Tuesday morning, we opted to visit Nopalitos, finding it surprisingly crowded for a weekday. We were promptly welcomed by a friendly cashier. Our choice of coffee de la olla didn't disappoint; it was quite enjoyable. Moreover, the natural lighting streaming in through the large windows added to the pleasant atmosphere. However, the true standout was the little cactus special. I highly recommend trying it with both salsas; each adds its own flair. The dish boasted a satisfying crunch from the tortilla chips and was bursting with flavor. Without a doubt, I'll be returning for more.

I discovered Nopalito's many years ago. It's in East Sacramento in the same shopping center that The Beat used to be in for years. I loved the food there, but the hours they were open were limited to breakfast and lunch M-F. It just wasn't all that convenient to get there. Fast forward to recently walking with friends around McKinley Park and us wanting lunch afterwards. We went to Nopalito's. I was surprised that neither of my friends had heard of it. ( Boy, were they in for a pleasant surprise.)
I ordered the spicy pork quesadilla. My friends ordered various taco plates. We took our numbers to an outside table to sit as we had our well-behaved dog with us.
The plates came out quickly. Since we all had skipped breakfast and we're hungry, this was welcome. Then I noticed the hours posted. They were now open until 8pm!

I'm going to be eating here more often, now!

Apparently, there's a new owner, and that's the reason for the expansion of hours.

Great place for authentic Mexican food!

We got the machaca and the breakfast burrito with their signature stewed beef. Both were solid! I think the beef isn't a normal breakfast meat to choose but it was really flavorful. The machaca was also great - soft and no porky smell. The free salsa bar was great. The cashier was super helpful and patient and the food came out super quickly. Definitely a great spot for quick and casual breakfast/lunch!

*Cash/check payment only.*
They also did not offer to provide a receipt.

Why have I never been to Nopalitos before?! I've been missing out.

You order at the counter before sitting. Their menu can be a little challenging, since they don't have their full menu in a viewable area - some items are written on a chalkboard overhanging the counter, while a lot of the items are just on a laminated paper that you can't view until it's your turn to order. I recommend reading the menu online, but this also has some downfalls as the prices for the items (and any add-ons, like sauces) are not displayed online. However, the descriptions are good for getting an idea of what you'd like to order.

If you something off their breakfast menu, come before 12pm. I ordered their Breakfast Burrito with Chile Verde - flavorful and filling! They have a self-serve salsa bar & water. Adding some of the salsa on the burrito made it even more delicious!

They have a shared parking lot, but if that's full, there's street parking.

Good service. Cute, cohesive decor throughout the restaurant as well. Nopalitos will definitely be one of my go-to spots from now on.