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Cholita Linda

Latin American Restaurant and Mexican Restaurant$$$$

Temescal, Oakland

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Cholita Linda

9.3^/10

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Ranked #1 for seafood in Oakland
The Mexican food at Cholita Linda is a can't miss
"Their fish tacos and tofu tacos are delish!"(6 Tips)
"Solid addition to the neighborhood... Cubano was awesome!"(16 Tips)
"Fried fish tacos are excellent, and so are their agua frescas"(34 Tips)
"Fish tacos & Yuca Fries ♥️"(5 Tips)

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Adrian PhillipsSeptember 28, 2016
Get the Cubano with a side of plantains. Don't order anything else as this is a colossal amount of food for one person. There's seating out back. Be sure to take some of that habanero sauce with you.
Agatha YuAugust 27, 2016
Been here 10+ times
Amazing place - the space is fun! Get their fish taco or Cuban sandwich, then wash this down with some guacamole
Pete WilliamsJuly 7, 2018
Tacos were good. Papito sandwich is one of the most unique combination of flavors I’ve experienced, highly recommend it. And you can’t go wrong with black beans and fried plantains
BommySeptember 30, 2018
Try every taco. Fish taco and carne asada tacos are the best. Don't forget to get the really fresh-tasting guacamole! Recommend sitting in the rear outdoor patio.
Brian StraussSeptember 27, 2014
Been here 5+ times
What a Mexican restaurant in Cuba might feel like. Maybe the East Bay's best fish taco. Killer gauc. Can't wait to come back for the pressed sandwiches and plantains.
ClareApril 2, 2018
Super hipster, don’t go expecting anything authentic. The flavor was great. I tried one of every taco and don’t think I can pick a favorite but the tofu was cooked perfectly for the tofu tacos.
Mike WinstonJune 16, 2017
This place serves up an outstanding cubano sandwich. Tender meat, pressed nicely and spot on, authentic flavors. WinstonWanders.com
Doug KeenSeptember 7, 2016
Fish tacos, agua frescas, fried yuca, and the cubano sandwich were all fantastic. Order at the front register (using menus in a filling thing on the wall).
Claire SchlessingerMarch 30, 2016
Amazing vegetarian/vegan tacos. Two slices of flavorful fried tofu topped with slaw, a medium-spicy salsa, and crema, if you want it non-vegan
Marta TapperoApril 15, 2016
Been here 10+ times
Just order the Fish tacos, the rest of them are just normal. Guac and chips are great. Very cheap. Deserves the wait for a regular Tuesday.
Vincent TangAugust 24, 2014
Step inside - get transported to a vibrant and exciting paradise. Everything just POPS with color and the staff rocks, so tip excessively. Get extra salsa!
Serious EatsFebruary 6, 2015
A bright and pleasant spot for crispy and fresh fish tacos.
Craig VillamorAugust 12, 2016
Been here 25+ times
Fish tacos, guac and chips, agua frescas. All tasty. Casual, colorful dining & take out.
Daniel GraysonJanuary 3, 2018
Holy frijoles. That papito sandwich is so good, you’ll get frustrated with your friends when they want a bite.
christine dMay 31, 2017
Super crunchy Baja fish tacos are delicious. Sit in the backyard patio if it's a nice day 🌴
Caitie LarsonMarch 20, 2017
Tofu tacos made vegan were delicious! The tofu was great, it was the perfect size, and just the right level of kick.
Marissa CSeptember 10, 2016
Great 🌮 and cute backyard with outdoor seating. Fish taco was excellent
Matt WinterApril 11, 2014
Been here 5+ times
Outstanding Cubano sandwich, the best fish tacos I've had in the Bay Area, refreshing aguas frescas, and superb customer service.
John BobeldykAugust 24, 2014
Drink a massive agua fresca on the back patio and eat pollo el pastor tacos or baja fish tacos.
Anna JamesDecember 24, 2015
Baja fish & Pollo al pastor tacos are excellent. Asado sandwich is yummy. And yes, don't forget the side of plantains.
AlexisApril 20, 2014
Best Carnde Asadas! It has a little heat to it. Strawberry line fruit juice is phenomonal ! Black beans is so flavored!
cami j.August 3, 2018
the fish tacos were so good and the agua frescas were delicioussss.
Ryan LeggettJune 4, 2017
Been here 10+ times
They can do a veggie version of the torta that come with plantains. But don't even think about it until you've tried the tacos first.
Les WDecember 8, 2018
Must get the Fish Tacos. They are sold each, so order more than one to satisfy your cravings!
Frank KimAugust 7, 2014
Been here 5+ times
Great fish tacos, yummy variety of agua fresca too. The guacomole is pretty damn good here too.
F GSeptember 1, 2015
Hella good. Guacamole, Yucca fries, rice & beans, carnitas, and carne asada. All for $19 (round off). Ordered online. Picked up in person :P
Jason C.March 20, 2014
Solid addition to the neighborhood... Cubano was awesome! I will come back and try some more..
Ugur KanerMarch 3, 2022
Try Pepito sandwich with Tofu, and enjoy the buttery taste melt in your mouth 🥰
Gabe TrevinoJune 13, 2014
This place is absolutely delicious. Their tacos a la carte are full of flavor and bountiful. Eat up!
christa eFebruary 20, 2014
Been here 25+ times
Limited hours and menu right now and I am excited for more! Their fish tacos and tofu tacos are delish!
Michael CabotFebruary 13, 2022
Fish tacos are good. Service is very slow. Ambience inside and out are great. Expect a line on weekends.
DayeeJuly 2, 2018
Been here 5+ times
Great tofu tacos and other veggie options
Russell LJune 13, 2015
Yucca fries are amazing. Tofu tacos are a good mix of vegetation and protein.
TJ WalkerOctober 23, 2014
They have the most delicious sangria here. It has, I think, a subtle honey flavor.
Jay DivockJuly 3, 2017
Amazing, can't go wrong with either the tortas or tacos.
Kate FurmanFebruary 3, 2017
Fried fish tacos are excellent, and so are their agua frescas
Jeff WittichDecember 24, 2017
Been here 5+ times
All of the tacos are great, especially the fish tacos
Ericka Edwards-DillardJune 20, 2014
Good food and the place is spacious and clean. The Baja tacos are the best!
Maria DiazJuly 6, 2014
Been here 10+ times
Perfect tacos. Side of platanos is necessary. Nice steak sandwich, too.
Valentin GuerinJuly 4, 2016
Try their tacos with an order of guacamole and sit in the patio.
Jeff WittichFebruary 28, 2018
Been here 5+ times
Everything is amazing but get the carnitas tacos
kenan akbasJanuary 15, 2015
Carnita & Fish taco a must, fits nicely with a side of rice and beans.
Greg SmithiesAugust 19, 2019
Literally everything is good but the Baja fish tacos are sublime.
Stuart GriffithsJune 27, 2016
juice was great. food was great. vibes were great.
MarvinSeptember 9, 2018
Cute patio in the back if you want to be extra romantic.
Rich YannaconeJune 24, 2016
This time around . I tried the picodillo. It was the bomb
Sarah RAugust 9, 2018
Delicious salads! Add chicken if you like.
Noel Yuri-BermúdezJune 8, 2018
If it's a lovely day, try eating on the patio outside!
EL ANovember 30, 2015
Been here 5+ times
Sit outside on the back patio during the summer!!
Andrew MilmoeOctober 4, 2014
Been here 5+ times
Papito sandwich was the best sandwich I've had in a year. Wow

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