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Mexican restaurant in Yuma, Arizona
What should I order at Chretin's Mexican Food?
What to order
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Guacamole
Recommended multiple times for being fresh, flavorful, and made to order; several reviews specifically praise the guacamole cart and say they loved getting a large guac.
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Tacos
Frequently praised as amazing and delicious, with specific mentions of carne asada tacos, beef tacos, and general taco orders all getting strong positive feedback.
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Menudo
Mentioned as very good and worth coming back for, with one reviewer noting they planned to return just to try it again and another calling it super delicious.
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Chili Relleno
Called out as a favorite by one reviewer who said they love it, suggesting it is a standout dish among the restaurant’s offerings.
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Machaca
Described as heavenly, which makes it one of the most strongly recommended specific dishes in the reviews.
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Refried Beans
Praised as blowing a reviewer away and highlighted as homemade, making it a memorable and highly recommended side.
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Tampiquena
Recommended by a reviewer who said it had good flavor and left them with leftovers, indicating both quality and generous portions.
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Flan
Mentioned positively for its perfect plating and balanced sweetness, making it a well-liked dessert choice.
Details
Hours
| Monday | 11 AM to 9 PM |
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| Tuesday | 11 AM to 9 PM |
| Wednesday | 11 AM to 9 PM |
| Thursday | 11 AM to 9 PM |
| Friday | 11 AM to 9 PM |
| Saturday | 11 AM to 9 PM |
| Sunday | 11 AM to 8 PM |
About Chretin's Mexican Food
Down-to-earth Mexican eatery & bar providing familiar combo dishes & a weekday lunch buffet.
Amenities
Service options
- Outdoor seating
- Delivery
- Onsite services
- Takeout
- Dine-in
Highlights
- Fast service
- Great beer selection
- Great cocktails
- Serves local specialty
Popular for
- Breakfast
- Lunch
- Dinner
- Solo dining
Accessibility
- Wheelchair accessible entrance
- Wheelchair accessible parking lot
- Wheelchair accessible restroom
- Wheelchair accessible seating
Offerings
- Alcohol
- Beer
- Cocktails
- Coffee
- Comfort food
- Happy hour drinks
- Happy hour food
- Hard liquor
- Private dining room
- Quick bite
- Small plates
- Vegetarian options
- Wine
Dining options
- Breakfast
- Brunch
- Lunch
- Dinner
- Catering
- Dessert
- Seating
- Table service
Amenities
- Bar onsite
- Restroom
- Wi-Fi
- Free Wi-Fi
Atmosphere
- Casual
- Cozy
Crowd
- Groups
- Tourists
Planning
- Accepts reservations
Payments
- Checks
- Credit cards
- Debit cards
- NFC mobile payments
Children
- Good for kids
- High chairs
- Kids' menu
Parking
- Free parking lot
- Free street parking
- Paid parking lot
- Usually plenty of parking
Pets
- Dogs allowed outside
Frequently asked
What is Chretin's Mexican Food known for?
It is especially known for chile relleno with rice and beans, table-side guacamole, and margaritas. Reviewers also call out the weekday buffet and say the food feels like old-school, authentic Yuma Mexican cooking.
What dishes are most recommended at Chretin's Mexican Food?
Reviewers most often recommend the chile relleno, tampequena, menudo, and carne asada tacos. Other frequently praised items include burritos, machaca, refried beans, nachos, and the toasted cheese appetizer with Ortega chiles.
What is the atmosphere like at Chretin's Mexican Food?
The vibe is casual and cozy, with a clean, well-kept dining room and a bar area where guests order cocktails like Cadillac margaritas. Reviewers describe it as friendly and efficient, which works well for groups, tourists, and solo dining.
Is Chretin's Mexican Food good value?
Yes, it is generally described as reasonably priced, with a typical meal in the $10 to $20 range and one reviewer noting a plate at $18. Guests say the portions are solid, with items like burritos, combination plates, and soup servings offering good value for the price.
How busy does Chretin's Mexican Food get, and is service fast?
Reviewers often say service is fast and prompt, even for lunch and dinner, and the restaurant is a good stop for a quick meal. The weekday buffet and table-side guacamole can add to the experience, so visiting outside peak meal times may feel a little easier.
Is parking available at Chretin's Mexican Food?
Yes. Free parking lot, Free street parking, Paid parking lot, Usually plenty of parking is available.
Does Chretin's Mexican Food have vegetarian options?
Yes, Chretin's Mexican Food offers vegetarian options.
Is Chretin's Mexican Food kid-friendly?
Yes, Chretin's Mexican Food is good for kids.
