El Habanero Mexican Food

6160 Arlington Ave, Riverside, CA 92504, United States
+1 951-343-5868
$$$ Mexican restaurant , Breakfast restaurant
(749 Reviews)
Price Range $10–20

If you’re craving authentic Mexican cuisine in Riverside, look no further than El Habanero Mexican Food. Nestled at 6160 Arlington Ave, this cozy spot is a hidden gem that promises to transport your taste buds straight to the heart of Mexico. With an impressive menu that offers a variety of delicious options, El Habanero is known for its vibrant flavors and friendly atmosphere.

The moment you step inside, you’re embraced by the warm decor and the tantalizing aroma of spices and grilled meats. You might catch a glimpse of the chefs expertly preparing your meal, which adds to the charm of this intimate restaurant. Though the indoor dining area is small, the inviting vibe and delightful service make it a perfect casual stop for a satisfying meal.

Start your culinary adventure with their standout Breakfast Burritos. The Chorizo Breakfast Burrito, filled with savory chorizo, potatoes, two eggs, and melted cheese, is a must-try at just $11.50. Not a fan of chorizo? The Machaca Breakfast Burrito—a flavorful combination of shredded beef, grilled bell peppers, onions, potatoes, eggs, and cheese—will surely tantalize your taste buds for $12.00. If you're in the mood for something sweeter, the Potato, Egg, and Cheese Breakfast Burrito offers comfort and wholesomeness for $11.50.

As the sun sets, the restaurant switches gears to highlight delightful Dinner Plates that feature your choice of meat served with rice, beans, and warm tortillas. The DP Meat Plate for $16.00 is an excellent choice if you want to customize your meal, but don’t overlook the Rolled Taquitos—crispy and satisfying, these four taquitos topped with guacamole and cheese won’t disappoint, especially for only $14.00.

And let’s not forget about the famous Burritos. The Balifornia Burrito ($13.00) featuring French fries, carne asada, onion, and cheese is a local favorite that embodies the essence of California-Mexican fusion. For a taste of the sea, the Surf & Turf Burrito ($15.50) combines the richness of carne asada with succulent shrimp, wrapped in a delicious embrace of all the right toppings.

El Habanero doesn’t just satisfy your hunger – it invites you into an experience filled with rich flavors and aromatic salsas. Diners rave about the house-made habanero salsa and the variety of hot sauces that perfectly complement every dish. One customer remarked, “Man, Taco Tuesday was a success - carne asada and chicken tacos packed with flavor!” Another said, “I’ve had their breakfast burritos and the Machaca with beans was delicious.”

Although the restaurant is popular among locals, the friendly staff ensures that you feel welcomed, whether you’re dining in or calling ahead for takeout. Just keep in mind that sometimes phone orders can be a challenge, so consider upping your game with one of the app-based options if you’re pressed for time.

If you're in the Riverside area and looking for an unapologetically flavorful Mexican dining experience, make your way to El Habanero Mexican Food. Your taste buds will thank you, and your cravings will be satisfied deliciously!

Accessibility
Has wheelchair-accessible car park
Has wheelchair-accessible entrance
Has wheelchair-accessible seating
Has wheelchair-accessible toilet
Service options
Offers delivery
Offers takeaway
Serves dine-in
Highlights
Has fast service
Popular for
Popular for breakfast
Popular for lunch
Popular for dinner
Good for solo dining
Offerings
Serves alcohol
Serves beer
Serves coffee
Serves comfort food
Serves food
Quick bite
Serves small plates
Dining options
Serves breakfast
Serves brunch
Serves lunch
Serves dinner
Has catering
Has seating
Amenities
Has toilet
Atmosphere
Casual
Cosy
Crowd
Family friendly
Good for groups
Planning
Doesn't accept reservations
Payments
Accepts credit cards
Accepts debit cards
Accepts NFC mobile payments
Credit cards
Children
Good for kids
High chairs available
Has kids' menu
Parking
Free of charge street parking
Free parking lot
Plenty of parking
Pets
Dogs allowed outside
Openings Hours

Monday

9:00 AM - 8:00 PM

Tuesday

9:00 AM - 8:00 PM

Wednesday

9:00 AM - 8:00 PM

Thursday

9:00 AM - 8:00 PM

Friday

9:00 AM - 8:00 PM

Saturday

9:00 AM - 8:00 PM

Sunday

9:00 AM - 3:00 PM

749 Reviews
Willie Brown

02 Sep 2025

Man, taco tuesday was a success. Its so hard to find a good spot these days. El Habanero didn't disapppoint! Carne asada and chicken tacos packed with flavor and the habanero salsa if you can handle it, completed the tacos!

Canela

26 Aug 2025

I like their breakfast burritos. Good salsas. I call ahead and order take out, so I have never dined in. It's kind of a small indoor dining area. Good service.

L C

23 Jun 2025

Found this close by where I was working. Inside was clean. Ordered the carnitas torta special which came with fries. Tortas was good, meat great, salsa great, fries came pretty much unsalted, which is my only gripe.

Jacqueline Patino

15 Jun 2025

We had breakfast burritos and they were both really good. The Machaca with beans was delicious. Love that they have several Salsas to choose from, my favorite was the serrano one. Friendly service and kept clean. We will be back!

Joey Felbab

06 Jun 2025

I always get the California burrito, add guac and rice and it's amazing! Particularly with their delicious hot sauces. However, there's been numerous times when I tried to call my order ahead because I'm short on time during lunch and no one answers the phone. It's extremely frustrating. I know you can order through various apps, but I'm fairly sure those apps take away from the restaurants profits so I don't like to use them. Also, the apps won't let me customize my order the way I like it. It's gotten to the point where I may just stop going here because I can never get a hold of someone to place my order. Hopefully they fix the problem.

Jun

04 Jun 2025

good, spicy sauces, not a fan of their asada (more ground than cubed) but their machaca was delicious. hella expensive for the portion size, left still hungry

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