El Gusano - Oakland

My husband will frequently go here for dinner and then get me carryout which I will eat several hours later-either cold or microwaved. It is still phenomenal! Can't get over how great their food is!

Absolutely love this place! The staff was incredible for our private event, as well as on a daily! Will be back :

Ive not been there but it lookes all good .come out and try it .

This was my first time at El Gusano. A coworker recommended we stop here for lunch. It was pretty busy at noon. They are only open 11a to 3p so a busy lunch crowd was expected. The inside was clean with nice decorations, sufficient amount of seating and music playing at an appropriate volume. You can see the food being prepared at the front when you get in line to order. We called ahead so we went straight to the register to pay and pick up. There were only a few people ahead of us so the wait was long. I ordered the 1 item combination plate which came with a chicken enchilada, rice and pinto beans and a side of chips. Everything tastes really good but the enchilada is spicier than I anticipated. I wouldn't mind grabbing lunch here again. Prices were great and portions are generous.

I loved the food and cocktails! Palomas! The service left quite a bit to be desired. They didn't bring us the correct orders, they served other guest who arrived well after we did first and completely missed an appetizer we ordered. They were gracious about it and comped us our cocktails. I chalk it up to bad night but I will definitely go back. The food was authentic and delicious! The flautas were to die for!!!