On The Border Mexican Grill

3521 Truxel Rd, Sacramento, United States Of America, 94834

🛍 Mexican, Western, American, Pub Kitchen

4.1 💬 2938 Reviews
On The Border Mexican Grill

Phone: +19169280867

Address: 3521 Truxel Rd, Sacramento, United States Of America, 94834

City: Sacramento

Menu Dishes: 35

Reviews: 2938

Website: http://www.ontheborder.com

"Upon arriving, I parked in the Del Taco lot, as there have been frequent break-ins near the eatery lately. As I approached the entrance, a guy popped out and exclaimed that the tacos were terrible and that Del Taco was better. I was a bit surprised by his outburst and later learned he was frustrated about the wait time. Once inside, I faced a 10-minute wait for a booth but opted for a table with no wait at all. The restaurant had a nice western decor (check out my photos!). I was quickly served water, chips, and salsa. The chips were wafer-thin and quite large, maybe a bit too large, and the salsa was light and smoky—definitely tasty! My waitress, Tiffany, introduced herself and I mentioned I had a free queso check-in from Yelp. I ordered the endless tacos but learned that for an extra $2, I could add brisket and southwestern chicken to the available ground beef and chicken tinga tacos. Tiffany was attentive, checking in frequently, and we had a friendly chat—she’s truly an exceptional waitress, one of my top favorites! While I appreciated her attentive service, the initial order of two tacos took an unreasonably long 15 minutes. I suspect this was to keep costs down. As for the tacos, the brisket was just okay—dry and not very flavorful, resembling more shredded meat than real brisket. The southwestern chicken was decent, with a bit of nacho cheese sauce, but not impressive. The chicken tinga was average, but I really enjoyed the ground beef taco; it had much more flavor and juiciness. I had planned to eat 10-12 tacos but only managed 8, mainly because they piled on a lot of fried onion strings, which I ended up removing from the last two tacos. Who puts onion straws on a taco? That’s definitely a sign of an inauthentic Mexican restaurant, and I guess it’s to fill you up too. In retrospect, I wouldn’t bother adding the extra $2 for the brisket and southwestern options; the ground beef and chicken tinga were more than satisfying. Tiffany made my experience worthwhile; she checked up on me, was ready to take additional orders, and her friendly demeanor made my visit enjoyable. While I think Chevy's offers better non-authentic Mexican food, I still want to explore more of the menu here. The food may not have been exceptional, but my server was fantastic, so I’ll definitely return to try other dishes and request Tiffany. If she’s your server when you visit, you’re in great hands!"

Full menu - 35 options

All prices are estimates on menu.

The Bar

Enchiladas

Entrées

Dessert

Salads

Tacos

Soups And Salads

Main Courses

Combo

Beef Dishes

Salads & More

Nachos

Pizza

Awesome Sangrias And Mojitos

Appetizers

Combos

Burritos

Starters

Cocktails (2Oz)

Border Bowls

Botanas (Appetizers)

From The Sea

Burritos And Chimis

Fajitas

Burritos & Chimi's

Robert Robert

One of our favorite places and definitely top place for out of town guests. always busy, always good food. rlw

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Reviews

Bob
Bob

Loved the food, and my wife loved the margaritas and food. Ok our priorities differ, but no complaints on the food, very flavorful, place fills up fast. You know its good when you look at the menu for your next time i


Naomi
Naomi

My husband and I had just returned to town after a week-long trip and were incredibly hungry. We had heard about On The Border offering endless tacos for $10.99 to $13.99, so we decided to give it a try. The hostess welcomed us with a smile, and our waitress, Kelly, was very accommodating. We mentioned it was our first meal after returning, and without us even asking, she prioritized our order so we could eat sooner. The food was delicious, and Kelly took excellent care of us. We will definitely be returning soon!


Trish
Trish

Not my choice first of all. Graduation dinner and I was a guest of 10+. Going with the flow. Yes, chips and salsa brought as soon as we were seated. Ordered queso and guac. That was brought eventually, but with no chips and we had already burned thru the prior baskets. By the time we had to ask for Chips the queso was cold and stiffened breaking the chip. They brought a fresh hot cup of queso after I brought it up their attention. Food was eaten. Nothing special. Prickly Pear Margarita supposed to be top shelf, but tasted more like a lemonade. Tequila fail Just never liked anything about this place In general. Thanks for reminding me why I don't Patron here View menu


Erik
Erik

I received a gift card at Christmas so I figured let's try a new place out. Came in for dinner on a Monday night. We were seated right away figured out what we wanted to drink and eat then just sat there. Our original server either didn't notice we were there or just ignored us. After 15 min I went to the hostess and asked who our server was. The manager come over gave us a free queso dip and assigned a new server to us. Raeshon completely turned the experience around for us. We told him we were trying to catch a movie and he had our orders taken, drinks out, food served, and we were ready to go within 10 min. The food was good and if Raeshon is our server I would totally come back.


Hai
Hai

Fast service, friendly workers, and solid food. I recommend coming here on the weekdays between 3-6 for their happy hour menu. Discounts on beers, pitchers, and shots, along with a portion of finger foods and appetizers. Very nice feel in the restaurant. Great for bigger parties if you want to have drinks and watch sports games. Outside patio is nice as well, during the warmer season. Try their signature queso bowl. Along with their OTB mixed drink. If you can't decide on what to order, their border sampler allows you a taste of chicken quesadillas, steak nachos, and chicken flautas. served with guacamole, sour cream, pico de gallo and original queso as well. Come hungry and you'll leave stu...


Abhishek
Abhishek

Typically we have a great experience at our Favorite Mexican Restaurant, but unfortunately this time we had a bad experience. The manager on shift tonight (5pm on 11/24) did not honor a coupon that we found on Retail Me Not. We have used coupons here before without any issues but Heidi, the manager, would not permit us to use coupon. I used the Retail Me Not App hundreds of times before without any issues. I am posting a picture of the coupon she would not honor. It was very disappointing. 2/26/2020 We were actually done with eating at On the Border because the manager never followed through on our last yelp review but tonight Jessica blew our experience out of the park!!! She always deliver... View menu


Darci
Darci

However, the hostess seemed a bit confused about whether or not they actually offered happy hour; she even had to ask someone else to confirm it. She then mentioned that she had worked there for a long time and was unaware that they had a happy hour. Alright then. A little tip for diners: with a Yelp check-in, you can get a free queso dip, which is actually pretty good. The happy hour menu was printed on a table card, but it was nothing to get excited about; the deals felt pretty limited. Our waitress was unfriendly, and despite the lack of crowds, she barely interacted with us. Instead, she seemed to rush by our table, which was frustrating. We all ordered different tacos, and honestly, t...


Daisy
Daisy

I've been to this location many many times since they've first started opening here in Natomas. It's always a hit and miss with their service. Some days I get great service and some days, not so great. This will be my first review for them. I came here for lunch, just before noon. The place was pretty empty. We were seated right away. Our waitress came and took our order right away, but we were still deciding on what to eat. So, we had asked for water while we waited. As we were munching on the AYCE chip and salsa, the thirst kicked in. As I looked over to see where our waitress was with our water, to no available. A few minutes had passed. Usually, your drinks gets to the table pretty fast,...


Vince
Vince

Upon arriving, I parked in the Del Taco lot, as there have been frequent break-ins near the eatery lately. As I approached the entrance, a guy popped out and exclaimed that the tacos were terrible and that Del Taco was better. I was a bit surprised by his outburst and later learned he was frustrated about the wait time. Once inside, I faced a 10-minute wait for a booth but opted for a table with no wait at all. The restaurant had a nice western decor (check out my photos!). I was quickly served water, chips, and salsa. The chips were wafer-thin and quite large, maybe a bit too large, and the salsa was light and smoky—definitely tasty! My waitress, Tiffany, introduced herself and I mention... View menu

Sacramento

Sacramento

Sacramento, a city in California, is known for its farm-to-fork dining scene, often featuring fresh produce, wine, craft beer, and dishes like tri-tip steak and artisanal cheeses.

Categories

  • Mexican Authentic Mexican flavors await you with sizzling fajitas, savory tacos, zesty enchiladas, and fresh guacamole, all crafted with rich, traditional spices and served with vibrant sides. Enjoy a fiesta on your plate!
  • Western Savor the flavors of the West with our diverse menu featuring classic favorites like juicy burgers, succulent steaks, and creamy pastas. Each dish is crafted with premium ingredients for an unforgettable dining experience. View menu
  • American Enjoy classic American flavors with our diverse menu, featuring juicy burgers, crispy fried chicken, hearty BBQ ribs, and fresh salads. Indulge in timeless comfort with each bite, crafted to satisfy all tastes.
  • Pub Kitchen Enjoy hearty classics and comforting mains crafted with locally-sourced ingredients. Our pub kitchen offers a range of flavorful dishes, from juicy burgers to savory pies, all designed to complement your favorite brew.

Amenities

  • Cafe
  • Takeout
  • menu
  • Television
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  • Reservations

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