Reviews Cholita Linda

Loved the vibe, location, music, and food was good. The tostones were different than what I am use to. Normally I eat tostones with a mango salsa but they had Picodillo on top, I personally wasn’t a fan of this. The guacamole and chips were good, white rice was good, black beans were good, and plátanos. I just wasn’t a fan of the Picodillo, I wouldn’t get this dish again. Great music and beautiful atmosphere. The frescas aquas were amazing! Would highly recommend!

cholita linda is a current favourite of mine. the portion sizes are on the small side, but priced accordingly. the fish tacos are delicious, as is the cubano sandwich. i have liked just about everything i have tried from their menu. i have only gotten takeout here, so i cannot comment on the dine-in service, cleanliness, or restrooms. the staff are cordial enough taking orders and handing out food, though. they also have a self-service ordering kiosk for ordering takeout which is great if you want to minimize your contact with humans.

Best carnitas tacos! I had the perfect plantain chips with that sauce that is so delicious and the tostones were pretty good too the greatest combination of Mexican and Cuban Street food.

We love Cholita Linda, been fans of theirs since their farmers market stall days. So happy to see them here in Alameda although the Temescal location isn't that far a jaunt. **Updated during Pandemic times: Cholita Linda has become a monthly rotation in our takeout since I became overwhelmed cooking all meals, ALL THE TIME during the pandemic. Their fish tacos are where it's at, although everything we've ordered here has been a hit. Fried with a satisfyingly crunchy exterior, the inside is nicely seasoned and never fishy tasting. If I'm trying to fool myself with a healthier option I order the salad with fish- but I'm not fooling anyone! Crisp, chilled mixed greens. shredded cabbage, and vibrant radish slices comes topped with crushed tortilla strips, perfectly seasoned and cooked black beans, drizzled with rich crema, and OH- A GENEROUS PORTION OF THEIR FAMOUS FRIED FISH. Make sure you order a side of tortillas to assemble your own fish tacos and their house-made hot sauce, whatever you get. It's a nice blend of heat, vinegar, and spices that perks up and accents their food nicely. The tostones con picadillo is a better deal than the picadillo plate as the quantity in the latter is a bit paltry. The agua frescas are not too sweet (our favorites are the blackberry strawberry, or strawberry mango) and the house sangria is a nice blend of fruit and wine- we have yet to try their maizena de coco for dessert, but I'm sure it's tasty just like the rest of their menu!