Bobby Salazars Taqueria

725 E Olive Ave, Fresno, CA 93728, United States
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Bobby Salazars Taqueria
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St
Review №1

Mexican food WORTH spending your $ on. Prices are just about the same as those drive thru places, but the quality is INCOMPARABLE. They are generous with their quality ingredients. Plates look more appetizing, even for takeout. Plus I can feed my whole family in a pinch with their 12 enchiladas beans, rice and chips for under $40. I dont even need to call it in.(Though its probably better if I do)

Mu
Review №2

My daughter got a chicken quesadilla and I got the 3 taco plate. Everything was good. The hot salsa could have been a little hotter, but it had good flavor and decent spice/heat. There is a bar up front and the food is in the back. They prepare the food rite there when you order it, which ensures every meal is fresh. I remember eating Bobby Salazars as a youth and this was spot on to what I remember.

Au
Review №3

Today our first bartender a lady was very very slow. She was also not paying attention to her surroundings. We waited at the bar for service right in front of her and she never looked at us. She never even said a word to us. She just kept looking around as it took her almost 10 minutes to fill the order she was working on which was a Corona bucket or 2. Finally a second bartender a tall guy showed up and he was quicker to offer service and hospitality. Other than that the DJ was on it cutting & mixing. He was there doing the same thing. Music made up for it.

Sh
Review №4

Food was great--taco salad in a conch shell. Recd my food almost immediately--two people working on it. Diet coke really good taste.Just a little dark so I sat two tables from front windows.People were really nice.Only $13 including soda!

Se
Review №5

I arrived to Bobbys at 1030 for my party platter (serves 5; 49.99, I ordered it two days before Friday). The food was not complete until about 1043. I received my food and drove to work. My coworkers and I ate the food but with disappointment. The taquitos barely had cheese, they were very close to being called burned, and they were very oily. The burritos were supposed to be chicken but they all had only beans. The pictures of the burritos are when i got home and my husband inspected the burritos. He was also disappointed because he loves Bobby and the food he makes. If you buy the food there, just make sure to eat at the restaurant. Thank you for your time.

Vi
Review №6

2/8/2024 12:30 pm ordered shredded beef taco salad. It is do good. Fresh and meat tender, mild sauce is very good. And made it the best service cause the owner himself took my order and handed it to me. He is a kind gentle soul. Thank you for another great take out. Good price and comes with a drink too!😊👏💞

Br
Review №7

My fajita burrito was horrible. The quality of the chicken was poor dark meat. The tortilla might as well have been raw. The lack of beans and rice led me to believe there was a shortage on earth. Overall....never order food at Bobbys. If his abuela was alive he would get the chancla for embarrassing the family name.EDIT: This is a real review, I used to frequent this place often. It has only gone downhill over the last few years. Since the owner obviously reads reviews, PLEASE DO BETTER. Instead of not taking accountability for your business poor performance.

Ch
Review №8

The place looked as if it was closed . I walked in and there was two people working . Looks like Catering . The Hospitality was horrible . I was looked at . No greeting . It made me feel awkward, but I decided to give it a chance .The food was Ok . I asked for the bathroom and the man just pointed .A woman came to pick up her catering and she was warmly greeted and exchanged of hospitality was shown to her .I was like, was it because I was asian?Though its a close place to live by, I wouldnt bring my business there again.

E
Review №9

Bar/ Taqueria, nice place to catch a game and have some drinks. Food is prepared and in warming trays. You order there and they prepare it right in front of you. Fast and tasty.

AU
Review №10

Paid 40 for champaign brunch, to which it was not.for food would have to wait in a line with ordering customers. Buffet is where u serve urself. False advertising. Refunded half moneys cuz of the meager plate we wer served and partially drank mimosa.

Ma
Review №11

Really Bobby you want to say that the incident that happened on Friday night didn’t happen when myself and two other of my family members were there and I just read some of the reviews and the girl you guys kicked out for speaking up is literally telling you to go review the footage and she’s telling you exactly who she is and what she’s wearing Come on now your security guards to handle people like that is not OK. I hope you guys Change how you take people out Of your establishment people are not lying about what happened and there’s also videos that you can go see on TikTok and Facebook of how your employees handle that lady we are Fresno natives and we always enjoy coming to ur place but that is never ok I’m one to never write review speak on restaurants each person lives what they love but ur staff was out of hand and u can say is fake allU want but the videos don’t lie. Also if you wanna know who I am, I am the man and the woman standing actually sitting on the left-hand side when you walk in through the entrance as you’re going towards the kitchen where on that corner right there sitting with our family members there’s about 4 to 5 of us sitting there and we witnessed this happened

Ju
Review №12

It’s Friday 5 de Mayo weekend a few of us decided to leave vibes and head to Bobby’s as we are waiting in line about 5/6 security guards throw a woman out with extreme excessive force and she ends up on the side walk literally banging her head against the ground.. the lady must have been maybe about 40/50 years old what threat can she possibly have for all them security guards to have her on a choke hold and throw her on the ground .. after that I grabbed my wife .. just wow that’s never ok.. i understand people get drunk and do stuff but for a woman to be handle like that just wow.. then another woman was thrown out because she spoke out about the older woman being handle with such force that a security guard felt threatened he threw her out .. I appreciate and applaud the other woman for speaking out we are never going back I pray the lady who was handle in such a bad way is ok .. I pray and ask god that the older lady is ok

Na
Review №13

Good food, good drinks and good service. Parking can be a bit difficult to find but it’s worth the walk. I’m sure this place is super busy at night.

Lu
Review №14

Have a very fun family reunion here! Great food, great atmosphere. Tower District is a bit dodgy though 😳

An
Review №15

Normally love this place but I ordered a chicken quesadilla and was given Nachos. Definitely not what I wanted and didnt eat them because they had pico de gallo, WHICH I dont like. 😔😩😞 And I even left a tip. 😩😩😩

Li
Review №16

I used to love the one at Blackstone S of Shields, but as a customer I will not eat here anymore because it is very dilapidated and smells very bad like old mop water. As a Doordash delivery driver, The staff is very rude to dashers. Customers that order for delivery have to know that their orders are not ever a priority. I have waited beyond 45 minutes to pick up orders which is ridiculous. The clerks have directly told me that the in dining customers take priority over app orders.

Co
Review №17

Great bartender, wonderful kitchen staff. Great food, good drinks, good times.

Re
Review №18

We loved our server Alysa for cocktails & beer in the bar and fabulous food!Highly recommend plus happy hour prices and everyone is cool! Its just an easy going long standing place, jukebox plays anything!

St
Review №19

I always stop in here for a beer or two and a taco to kill some time. Great food, great service. Will be back again.

Da
Review №20

First timer here! The music was cool. The food was good. I just didnt like how they spiced up my margarita. If it was going to be served spicey, then label it that way you know??

Br
Review №21

It was great food. You wait in a line to place your order, but the food is well worth the wait. Very good service.

M
Review №22

Ordered menudo the worst wasnt cooked no flavor made my friend and myself sick. I gave it 2 stars because of the drinks and atmosphere

Mi
Review №23

Love this place...Always a go to for years when I visit tower!met up with my best friend to have bloody Marys there like we did a decade ago... Youre still doing it right !

Ri
Review №24

Best night club in the area. Better than the other clubs across the street in my opinion. The music is good! Unfortunately the bartender was slow and I waited over 20 minutes just to get a drink. However, overall fun experience!

Br
Review №25

A bit small for my liking. Interesting atmosphere though. Service honestly sucked a**. For the longest time, the bartenders were only serving one section of the bar while leaving a couple people waiting for at least 25 minutes even though theyd give you eye contact and not say a word.

Ra
Review №26

Food isnt that great, but the drinks are yummy 🤤I ordered a mango margarita blended and on the rocks! It was delicious!The atmosphere was pretty chill. It gets busy on the weekends.

Ma
Review №27

Sadly we got passed up by 2 different orders/people and it was on a Sunday afternoon so not busy when we were sitting at the bar. Also when it comes to IPA choices oh wait they dont have choices just one. I only went because my group wanted to go. Didnt eat so cant give a rating but Im sure it has not improved since the first time we tried and it was a big No.

St
Review №28

Overcharges patrons on cover and lies about it. New policies are aimed to annoy and/or overcharge their customers. Security tends to do whatever they want regardless of who they step on or screw over.If you arent dead set on going here, Id suggest going someplace else. Someplace that actually values their customers.

Al
Review №29

The food was good. The same cooks was there. He has his fans going to keep air moving. Needs more people.

Lo
Review №30

Sundays are really a family bond for us, and this time we choose to have the all you can eat buffet here. Definitely worth it! The whole experience was AMAZING. The place is nice, the staffs were very accomodating and the foods were totally giving! My fave was the enchiladas. It taste sooo good. Cant wait to spend more sundays wih this place

Sa
Review №31

Drinks and appetizers for Fat Tuesday. As always, the food was delicious. Anthony who prepares the food is always so friendly and professional. He is always very friendly and has excellent customer service skills. Give that man a raise! The drinks were good as well. The bartender was also very friendly. I like the atmosphere. Its a nice place to unwind.

Es
Review №32

Those birria tacos were yummy, and that mango amf was tasty 😋

Th
Review №33

I’ve always enjoy a take out lunch on occasion, but today, when I got back to my workplace to enjoy my meal. The beans were sour. I assumed it was the cheese but then I tasted the beans from my coworkers tostada and they were sour too. I just ate around them and threw the rest out, I called the restaurant when I got home and was told they would inform the cook. That was it! No apology, no come back another time and we will make it good, no thank you for the heads up. Hmmm. …Do better with your customer service phone calls please.

Sa
Review №34

Sundays brunch is delicious and worth the price .

yv
Review №35

The bar is well maintained, clean, and a great hang out place for game day. I really like the Day of the Dead theme. It has always been a staple of Tower. The food is average, the drinks a little on the expensive side and the owner sits around looking angry. Its a great spot if you dont have high expectations for food and if the owner isnt looking angry in your direction.

Mo
Review №36

I just go for drinks and dancing. Food is 6/10

Er
Review №37

Stopped I for a quick drink. It was nice, and the food was good. It can get a little crowded.

Da
Review №38

Great service. All the employees are cordial and friendly. Very beautiful bartender. I will definitely be coming back to this spot.

Jo
Review №39

Been to Bobbys a few times.... Tower is the place to go to for a fun night out. As much as I would love to give them a good rating, they truly disappointed me tonight. Upon arriving at the entrance, the bouncers looked us up and down with a condescending look. They made us stay on the side and eventually told us we could not enter because we were wearing tanks. I was taken a bit back as I have been there before in tanks several times. My friends and I sensed some homophobia coming from these bouncers after dissecting the whole situation. Funny thing, as we were leaving, we saw straight guys wearing tanks. DISAPPOINTING

Ke
Review №40

I like going during times when its not crowded, the servers are always nice and attentive and the food and drinks are pretty good. But the nightlife is not my vibe. The cover prices are ridiculous and just not worth it for the kind of atmosphere it is in my opinion.

Ha
Review №41

Bobbys is great eat, drink, and sing karaoke

Ho
Review №42

Their food is really good, the service is really good too. Seems like a good place to meet up with friends for drinks, though I always eat alone here, lol. They have a nice patio that overlooks Olive avenue if you like people watching while you eat. Inside they have many large TVs and usually a few different sports playing at reasonable volumes.

Mi
Review №43

Bobbys is the place to go to in Tower. This place has an amazing atmosphere during the quite day hours. The staff is amazing and very helpful. The food is great! Perfect location for the Sunday brunch. During the night is a totally different story though. This place turns into a club at night, so its best to make the choice in staying the whole day and getting a good seat at the bar and not paying the $10 cover charge and having your table taken away from you when the DJ comes and sets up.

St
Review №44

Food is always goodStaff are very friendly and accommodating.

Ve
Review №45

Always a good vibe and great food. The staff are quick but not very talkative or informative. But all and all a great time

El
Review №46

First time going here. My father passed away from covid recently and this was one of his favorite spots to have a few drinks while enjoying some good food. I live in Texas and decided to make a trip to visit Bobbys. I didnt get the good chill experience that my Father enjoyed everytime. The food service workers were very friendly and the food was SO DELICIOUS! The lady bartender was not so friendly. She yelled at us from the bar saying HEY LADY YOUR DRINKS ARE READY! HELLO! HEY! I SAID YOUR DRINKS ARE READY! I WAS ALREADY UPSET ABOUT HER SERVICE. NOW SHE IS YELLING AT ME FROM ACROSS THE ROOM!?. So, I acted like I couldnt hear her and then the food guy made a gesture at her and she came around the bar and gave us our drinks. Hopefully when I flight out to Fresno again the experience would be better.

Te
Review №47

😠 I went during the morning to meet friends for my birthday. I already had breakfast so I decided to have a drink. The bartender DOES NOT HAVE ANY IDEA what hes doing. I stood there as he poured the liquor and shot the gun of soda at the same time. There was not a correct pour of alcohol. All that was visible was the 7up. It tasted like a soda. I paid $8 for a soda! Needless to say I didnt order a second.😁 Nice atmosphere.

Er
Review №48

Eh... food was boring, not fresh, and had obviously just been sitting reheated on a hotplate for hours. Staff was polite albeit slow. We didnt get our drinks until we had literally finished our meal, and some kid who worked there but was apparently off duty was just standing around swearing at another worker.. weird experience, super mediocre food, meh service. Truly do not understand the hype.

E
Review №49

I got a burrito. It was decent,nothing special. Wouldnt order a burrito here again .unless Im buzzing or drunk lol .its not bad ,it just wasnt that good ,not the usual Asada Im used to.but Im sure they have something on the menu you could enjoy

Ja
Review №50

First time seeing the remodel since I moved to San Diego and the bar is looking amazing! Tons of room around the bar, quick service, and great drinks! I had the steak & shrimp fajitas which was to die for!

Fi
Review №51

Better than expected! Whether you just want to hangout and have a few drinks with friends or looking for some great Mexican food, then this is the place. Our server, Jessica, who was also the bartender, was fantastic. She was extremely helpful when deciding on food and drinks. Definitely recommend this place. Dont let what it looks like on the outside and in the area deter you. This place is a must!

Ay
Review №52

Really Good Food, with nearly no wait. The same cannot be said about the bar service as it was really slow. The food is the saving grace considering how long it took to get bar service. The reason for the 3 star review is because almost no covid safety protocols are followed; its crowded (shoulder to shoulder), people walking around had no masks, no places to receive handsanitizer, tables were not spaced, and I did not see one person wipe down or disinfect tables. Go at your own risk, Im Vaccinated and I still felt uneasy and unsafe. Granted it is a more popular location but Im definitely not going back anytime soon¯\_(ツ)_/¯

Ha
Review №53

Would give em zero stars if i can , i was given a table upon arrival . By the time it got busy like past 11 i got kicked out of my table and i bet i was the most paying table they had there . I am a indian , i dont stinge when i spend money . The server just flipped on us when we were not ready to leave the table which they gave us . If you cant take care of your quality customers you cant have good cuatomers

Lu
Review №54

Great staff, the cooks and the promoter are so welcoming! They have great enchiladas we drive an hour to eat there. Love Sunday all you can eat buffet with unlimted mimosas $24.99 per person it’s a very nice atmosphere.

Ma
Review №55

Dont get me wrong the food is okay, some of it is good and some really good. The guy managing the cooking is clean, friendly and professional. But then Bobby walked in, started handling money and then picked through the food and was eating behind the counter. Glad I ate before he showed up because that is unsatisfactory, especially from an owner. Shame on you!

Br
Review №56

I love the layout of this place! The whole bar is one big circle in the middle of the restaurant! Plus, they had karaoke going the night I went and an assortment of liquor neatly on display(behind the bar) making it easy to pick your poison!

Me
Review №57

Cover price is now 20 bucks which is insane cause the DJ sucked. Everyone was complaining about the bad music. And the drinks were overpriced. Bartenders got rude with multiple people. Wont be going back to bobbys even though it used to be one of the go to spots precovid.

Pa
Review №58

The food is good, I like the variety of music that plays, they also have a jukebox with different genres and types of music. Its always clean, the waitresses are nice and the drinks are great. Love, love, love, all the TVs they play current sports on them and a big patio with a great view of the tower district.

Na
Review №59

I love it here. The food is always great, its in the iconic Tower District, and Isaac is an amazing bartender! Definitely recommend going.

Jo
Review №60

Literally would only go there for the nightclub. Great ambience, good music good bartenders.But they charge upwards of $20+ as a cover charge. And their security are all very rude.

Me
Review №61

Good music and the drink was okay. The atmosphere was decent but a little IDK just not a good time. Okay for the younger gen. Im in my 30s and felt just a lil out of place there was people older then me but not many. Go casual!

Pa
Review №62

This place is horrible all together. For one the bouncers are so rude! We were sitting in chairs and they come and take the chairs right out from under us. The bartenders didn’t give us our change back when they should’ve. One of my friends left her tab open at the bar and when it’s time to close it, we find out they charge us $100 more than they should’ve. When we ask the “bar manager” about it she said there’s nothing they can do about it. As we’re talking to her the bouncer is standing there as if we were doing something wrong asking the “bar manager” if she’s okay. Only thing that is decent about this place is the music. Never again

Do
Review №63

It was a little awkward. It was our first time there. We stood waiting for someone to show us to a table. Finally we were told to go to a side counter to order. Very large bar in the center of restaurant. It got pretty loud as the beer kicked in. The food was good, but we left as soon we finished.

As
Review №64

Paid 15 dollars for a chile verde burrito that couldnt have had more than 6 tiny cubes inside, everything was super watery, bland and they had no condiments or anything to compliment your meal. PLEASE go somewhere else, this place is bunk.

An
Review №65

If you can rate this place a zero for the people they have as a security guard then you know what I’m talking about… this place needs new hires for security at that. Because not only do they have bad customer service but they judge people right away if they don’t seem to like you and make up lies for you to not get in. The rip you off and even try to start problems with Thier own customers that want to get in. They are unprofessional and needs to be looked at and hold accountable for there actions because not only are they losing money because of them but because of the prices too enter this place is a joke!!!! This place to be check out by the main corporate and I will make sure they know about this place to get handle …. Something needs to be done. Cause what these people are doing is not only discriminating but not doing there job correctly and being so unprofessional.

Ke
Review №66

We went for all you can eat ... but it is not a buffet. The food was okay. I ordered the enchilada- only choice was shredded beef 🤢 and it was mini. But they do let you pick what ever you want of the limited choices. Would not do it again. I prefer the other one on Blackstone.

Sa
Review №67

Good location, nice servers. Disappointed with the tacos, we didnt even finish eating our food. Drinks are over priced and food is overrated. Stay away from the fish Tacos. Taco Tuesdays at El Cochinito are a better deal with fresh ingredients and better quality. The fish tacos are fresh and delicious!

As
Review №68

The food is amazing! I had a chile Verde fancy burrito and it was delicious! Great size too! The venue was also very clean and had a festive feel. Very friendly staff!

An
Review №69

Food is good I like how is inside a bar. Better go when they have happy hours or else it could get pricey. Great costumer service food and drinks.

Su
Review №70

Ordered a hot Corona at the bar. For those that arent familiar,it is a Corona beer with tapatio,lemon,salt,and a whole jumbo shrimp on top. They make the best hot Coronas in Fresno, consistently excellent for over a decade.Until Halloween. I watched as the bartender placed the shrimp on top of the Corona without washing his hands first.Theres a serious issue there with sanitation. No excuse.Beware.I gave three stars,because points got deducted from the bartender.Food deserves five stars.The super 🌮 however was excellent!!!! Never dissapointing.Last time I ate here during the zombie run in the tower,I was feasting on their tacos,when in walked Michael Jackson dressed as a zombie,just as Thriller was playing. No s..t. Like it was straight outta Hollywood. Everyone caught on and were thrilled as Michael did the moon walk.Oh,what a night.💀🙋

M
Review №71

Review is for their Sunday all you can eat and drink brunch. Would be five stars if they kept to their advertisement of bottle of champagne for the time frame of brunch hours. Unfortunately, they stop giving you bottles 30 mintutes prior to the end of brunch, and just bring you mimosas that they make instead, so you would have to wait to flag down your server or wait at the bar. And obviously, theres not much alcohol bubbly in it when they make it. The brunch food itself is pretty awesome. Wish the bottles came until end of brunch. Also, if you have a large group, you will probably be given one bottle at a time to share between you all.

Vi
Review №72

Always a great time and this afternoon was great on the patio with 68 degree outside temp and plenty ice-cold Coronas and chips. Chatting with passers by and meeting new friends including one from my same graduating class at McLane Hi. Best time in a long time!

Ra
Review №73

Thank you for the fabulicious food.. excellent service..It made our family function (mini reunion) the best. It was decided that we will order from your place at our next reunion.

Jo
Review №74

Ordered shrimp cocktail today. Super skimpy no cucumber and so spicy. Go to Castillosbif you want a good shrimp cocktail. Never again B Salazars.

Va
Review №75

For being more of a bar spot then a restaurant, they do have a good selection of plates to choose from. Their chili Verde nachos plate and torpedo burrito are a pretty good serving size compared to other places. The prices are reasonable and the food is good, as well as the atmosphere to sit and eat comfortably with a 2 year old baby .

Fr
Review №76

How can you screw up street tacos, beans and rice? Well, ya cant. Great mini tacos with enough cilantro and tender beef. Beans, rice and cheese the way their supposed to be. Okay, the only down side is its outdoor dining due to covid and sharing space with adult beverage consumers ruins a sober adult meal/moment.

ro
Review №77

Poor service and rudeWent with my dad who’s in a wheelchair Monday afternoonThe tall guy in registered asked what I wanted told him give me a secondSo I told what I wanted he engorged me l asked again he said wait so I said how long he said 2 minutes he was was picking up dirty dishes then started to cook 4 minutes went by so I told him I guess you r to busySo we left he didn’t even care just let us walk outSo we went to Yosemite Falls cafeGreat Service thereNever go back to Bobby Salazars

D
Review №78

Great social atmosphere on a ⁰day or night outing. Call for karaoke days.

La
Review №79

I love Tuesdays nights they have the Best buy there especially when they have karaoke I highly recommend if anyones trying to have fun on a weekday on their day off

Ca
Review №80

I ordered a party tray for a pick up time at 10:30am and the guys I spoke to confirmed 10:30. I had a friend pick it up and they said it wouldnt be ready till 12:30!! I tried calling to straighten out the situation and they didnt answer.. I called again to understand what Happened and the guy was super rude, even hung up on me. I will never go to this location again .

Be
Review №81

Sat for 5 min without being acknowledged by any employees. My daughter walked up to bartender and asked if we could order food, and she very sarcastically responded-- foods back there, Babe--and pointed to rear of the restaurant . Thanks for signs and/or help, our first and last time in your establishment. We left because of how rude the only employee who talked with us was.

Es
Review №82

Came through on Taco Tuesday and definitely was not disappointed. About as authentic as it gets and it was delicious. Taco prices on Taco Tuesday are fantastic for the quality you of food you get. I will certainly return next time Im I town.

r
Review №83

Best slice of 🍕 to have in the middle of the night. Slices are big and thin but delicious. Would highly recommend trying this place

eb
Review №84

They charge too much for a little bit of NOTHING! Drinks were weak and waitresses were only nice to guys! Drunk guys!

ro
Review №85

The drinks were great and the food was even better and me my family and friends had the best time it was truly worth it

jo
Review №86

I appreciate the food at Bobby Salazars. went there the second times and I had a great experience. the nice cook made a huge burrito that was to die for it had all the fixing and chips to Go with quacamole and salsa everything was excellent. service was admirable. I will be back to bring my family

Ma
Review №87

They denied us entry because my sister had a neck tattoo! Which is not offensive in any way its literally a flower! Bullcrap security with their power trips, will not recommend will not be going back!!

Ol
Review №88

The only thing fresh here is their salsa and cheese. Next time you drink out of a glass here take a look at the left over residue of what the person before you was drinking. If you like over priced pre cooked food look no further. If you want indigestion and grease with everything you order this is the place to be.

T
Review №89

Great margaritas. Fun sports bar feeling. I always get the 2 enchilada combos with sour cream and they are very good. Favorite thing on the menu although you cant go wrong with the monster burrito. Their ceviche is good as well. They do a Sunday brunch with all you can eat items and unlimited Mamosas. Very popular. Not really the place for families/kids but you can bring them since its smoke free.

TJ
Review №90

Good venue for NFL watching. Try bottomless mimosas brunch.

mo
Review №91

The place itself is hopping but the food is ok. Their barbacoa is shredded beef, not barbacoa. That was disappointing big time. The enchiladas were not really good. The menudo was ok. Not somewhere I would go again to eat. The fancy burritos are the best there. The staff was excellently friendly.

He
Review №92

Ive never felt so uncomfortable, and the place is disgusting. Walked in there last night to order drinks at the bar and wait for friends to come and order food and the bar tender saw us and walked to the other end of the bar to talk. I asked if we can order and a girl sitting at the bar with friends and a really intoxicated girl said it might be a while. I realised its because we are white so I said is it because were white? And the girl at the bar had a look that confirmed my question. What a horrible feeling. Now I know what prejudice feels like. Horrible feeling. I am not prejudice. Btw we were the only white people there. Guess I know my place in Tower. Not there! If you want a nice, clean, pleasant, fun atmosphere with a nice staff and has all nationalities, go to Seqouia down the street!

Ca
Review №93

They have fried ice cream on their menu, but not 1 of their locations sell it. I recently went to 4 of their locations, each one told me their other locations sold it, so, after going to 4 of their restaurants, not 1 place had fried ice cream...its not that they ran out, they all told me that thats not something they sell, and when I showed them their menu, they still said that I was lying...I refuse to go back to this place, their staff is illiterate and doesnt know anything.

Je
Review №94

I went to the restraunt in the tower and the older female cashier at the food counter tried to keep my change after i paid and she even kept the receipt so i would not notice. I brought that to the attention of her boss and he just shrugged it off as a mistake that she couldnt read properly andhas been employed there for at least 10 years. All her boss had to say is that she is probably rich after all the years she has been doing that and condoned it . then asked me to not comeback,, of course not ,, not to thieves

Ru
Review №95

Just ate here after church, refinery west McKinley..I ordered a Chimichanga, chile Verde meat beans and rice included,chips and salsa, blue moon beer. Great....watched alittle NFL..Had a great lunch experience..love uncle me.

ka
Review №96

The food was really good, which made up for the service and the price. For two tacos it was almost $10! And half of our party go their food before the other half so that some of us finished our food first and was just sitting there while the others finished.

Ch
Review №97

Food was good. Cooks were cracking jokes which I found hilarious. Had a great time. Some tables were a little wobbly, but it was fine.

Ch
Review №98

Went there for Taco Tuesday...Lol. The carnitas tacos were on hit.. barely any fat and crispy. Plus the bar there serves really good drinks. Had a great experience.

Ja
Review №99

I had a great time, great music diverse crown, dont create a tab for drinks though they might give your card away on accident like they did me

Ju
Review №100

I have never had en employee anywhere be so rude to me as a bartender here last night. I believe I overheard another customer call her Rihanna, but Im not entirely sure that is her name. She deserves to be fired. I was patiently waiting at her end of the bar while she served the people who had been there before me when she proceeded to help others who came after me. It appeared she knew some of them and Im not sure they even paid for their drinks. I said excuse me a couple of times and she still proceeded to ignore me. She then stopped and yelled with a considerable amount of attitude If Im ignoring you its because Im busy. Dont yell at me. She walked away and proceeded to serve others and refuse to serve me. At no point had I yelled at her. I have worked in customer service for a very long time and even IF she perceived I did something rude (which Im sure will be her defense) an employee cant and shouldnt be rude back to a customer under any circumstances. If they have an issue they need to request manager intervention. She is bad for business and Bobby Salazars should evaluate if she should be kept as an employee.

Ar
Review №101

I am pleased with this place. I was able to order and pick up a party plater in the same day. I ordered by calling and within one hour it was ready for pick up. So happy with the service. ☺️

Ra
Review №102

If there was 1/2a star that would be my choice...Very poor customer service. Came in early to wait and pay for my $70 platter and they scolded me for being early. Who does that. I was gladly paying upon arrival and had no problem waiting since I knew I was early. Never again to this place!!

Sh
Review №103

Why have an outside patio for smokers if u r just going to leave the doors open. Those of us who do not smoke we do not want to smell that. When I asked them to close the doors, I was told no. I was told that only a little bit of the smoke was coming in. We r sitting in the back and can still smell it. How is this ok?

Se
Review №104

Great hangout for a Friday or Saturday! Food is decent. The bar is great!

Ra
Review №105

Chilli was all bad, no spice at all! and I asked for soft tocos and got hard tocos, owner s friends took up most of the seats at the bar when it should be the customers not related to owner or owners, if you are the owner then you should provide youre own booth for friends then just saying, its so offense.

An
Review №106

Only sat down && had a Margarita but this place was crowded, had a positive crowd, staff was friendly && attentive && the food definitely looked && smelt delicious. If you love Mexican food Id recommend trying this location out for sure.

E
Review №107

Bobbys is a Tower District gem. Mostly for the many fun evenings that have been spent there over the last 20 years. The drinks are good and it really is our version of Cheers.

Ab
Review №108

Bobbys is a 5 star establishment pre 10pm on the weekends. My favorite time to go is for Sunday brunch. For 25 bucks you get delicious food and non stop Mimosas. If you are out for a night in Tower I suggest you start there for a game of Mystery Box shots...and then leave before 10 cause the patrons can get a little rude and pushy later in the night.

Ed
Review №109

Josh is the worst manager I have ever seen in my life his treatment of my issues where the worst I have ever experienced

I.
Review №110

This place needs to leave tower!!! Nothing but ignorance and stupidity leaves those doors... so much destruction of public and private property from the crowd they attract. Food nasty! Bartender is cool... but everything els FAIL!!! So all in all this place suuuuuuuuucks! Tower would be better off without it!!! And the crack heads, lol but thats another rant...

de
Review №111

The food is awesome the staff is rate theyre friendly their personable the atmosphere is good depending on what nights you go the music is great I definitely recommend this place to other people the price is good for their food I enjoy their monster burrito or their torpedo burrito

Ar
Review №112

Always mt favorite spot and bar to dance at! They always have good music and the food is always delicious of course! They have really good tacos!

As
Review №113

Sat down at the bar on a Tuesday night and a roach straight up crawled across the bar. We left QUICK. Gross.

Ma
Review №114

We enjoyed the live music on a hot Sunday evening with friends and made new friends. See you again soon. The service was good and friendly.

Cl
Review №115

The lady that made our drinks NEED NOT WORK WITH CUSTOMERS/THE ONLY REASON IM GIVING TWO STARS IS FOR THE LIVE BAND WHO PLAYED THAT NIGHT,I KNEW THERE WAS A REASON I KEPT ON PASSING THIS PLACE BY,SHOULD HAVE KEPT GOING,NO FOOD AND DEFINITELY NO CUSTOMER SERVICE

Sa
Review №116

I just love the food here. Mmmmm the shredded beef taco and enchilada plate is my favorite. Just writing this review makes me want to go again..

je
Review №117

Bobbys Salazar food is delicious 🙏 🙏 and the drinks are off the hook , kareoki is so much fun.everyone is super cool, friendly.mega 97.is always there.so that just tells you its the best hang out in town

Th
Review №118

I had a chicken fajita that was plain nasty. I don’t get why so many people think this is good food. I think most of the food is actually cooked elsewhere and reheated at the restaurant. Lot better Mexican food out there.

St
Review №119

Multi music. Ladies everywhere. From salsa to hip hop. Drinks are a little expensive tho. Ill be there again tho. Pretty great atmosphere to say Im from Louisiana

Vi
Review №120

The food was outrageously delicious and the service matched the food in its quality. I will make this place a regular watering hole/eatery!! For sure!!!

Vi
Review №121

A very nice place to eat. Lovely atmosphere in the Tower district. The food is very authentic mexican food with just the right amount of spice and heat to make it..... Oh, so good!

ap
Review №122

Love their shrimp fajitas! The staff is super friendly and the food is always great! The bar staff is beyond fast and very pleasant.

Fe
Review №123

Food is always good! The service is fast & friendly.

Je
Review №124

Always the place to go if youre hungry! The food is great and on this trip the company wasnt bad either! Thanks Sherry!

An
Review №125

I always buy the Monster Burrito with shredded beef. Its the bomb!! They always make it perfect. The place on Shaw Ave., doesnt have as good of a cook as this place.

La
Review №126

Its busy, food is good if you dont mind standing in line to get your food and its very loud. Beer and drinks a little pricey.

ja
Review №127

This establishment has THE WORST staff working for them. I have seen the staff be so rude to others around me. They are horrible at communicating with customers and are very aggresive. Super unsafe enviroment, so please be carful at this estamblishment.

Al
Review №128

Great michelada. Lots of people. They were a little short on bussing staff. Regular customer pitched in and took care of it. Would go again.

ro
Review №129

Val went above and beyond with customer service. He accommodated my order to make it vegan friendly and made the other 1/2 regular for my friends. Super pleased with the service i received

Vi
Review №130

Thanks to Antonio I would never recommend this place to anybody. He was so rude and full of attitude and then when I asked for the manager to the ladies working there. They didn’t want to answer it looks like they were scared of him. While he was talking over us even though we told him to stop. If I could I would give this place a 0.

CJ
Review №131

Day time its awesome, Falecia its awesome!!! After 10pm on Friday, its the worst experience I have had in a LONG TIME. WOULDNT F-N recommend THIS PLACE FRIDAY NIGHT” & THATS on the 100% Security staff sucks!

LO
Review №132

Bodyguards r worst one off the worst club

L
Review №133

This place is always popular with the young crowed. However, if you go on a weekday or early in the evening or at lunch, you can walk through to the back and to the cantina and order an awesome burrito, taco or nachos.

Jo
Review №134

Great food great service awesome waitresses and just a friendly atmosphere I highly recommend this place to everybody!!!

cr
Review №135

The first place that denied cash, then when I gave them my credit card they needed to hold my id. Very ghetto if you ask me mr sal you here from me soon it was your night crew on wed. Paid my bill and left ... very disfunctional no pen check my money crew from the ghetto!!!!!!!!

Jo
Review №136

Still great atmosphere and plenty of people show up of all ages and races so its very diverse I love it 👌🏿

Ma
Review №137

Had a blast. Bestest birthday shout out with bestest people. 💓

Jo
Review №138

The worst dining experience I have personally endured.

Ry
Review №139

Really cool place. Stopped in for lunch during a work trip and had a beer and a fish burrito. I would absolutely go back given the chance.

Ch
Review №140

Great food and drinks! Historic Fresno Tower District, and the folks who served us were very nice.

Si
Review №141

Had some fun watched parade, had some drinks and laughs. Great laid back atmosphere for a Sunday night

Sa
Review №142

Not a fan of the food. I can get better Mexican food elsewhere. Dont like the atmosphere or the set up when you go to order food. Very loud and gets ghetto at night.

Ca
Review №143

Had a couple of beers with a buddy. The bartender was very nice and checked on us. Will go back for sure.

Su
Review №144

The food was great and they were very patient and helpful with making vegetarian options for things that usually had meat. I would deffinatly visit again

Ab
Review №145

The food was made fast. It was some of the best food I tasted in years. Excellent! Worth its rating!

Vi
Review №146

Amazing food, great music, perfect drinks, terrifying painting of Freda Kahlo and her unibrow that stares into your soul. I highly recommend.

Ro
Review №147

Food was awesome and they went out of their way to make us exactly what we wanted

do
Review №148

I like this place but I only went here today for Taco Tuesday and apparently they dont do it anymore ok!! So we went to a spot that does.

Di
Review №149

For not being a full service restaurant the food was good. More like a tavern with a taqueria on the side. Enjoyed the visit!

Ta
Review №150

Very rude security especially African American guy with curly hair. Wouldnt let me back in to get my jacket I left inside

Je
Review №151

Chile verde pizza full order feeds 15 people and a sampler platter feeds 11 . For 140 i feed 26 people dinner in my party. f n great right

Ro
Review №152

The music was everything, but the drinks were alittle expensive for the small cup they give you.

Er
Review №153

If you want good Mexican food, why would you go here?Its basically a sports bar, vibe is like a Fresno State hangout.

Gu
Review №154

Love this place food is good reasonable prices people are nice beautiful area I love it ❤

Ro
Review №155

The food was great. The drinks are awesome. Great place to chill anyday of the week.

Al
Review №156

The service was horrendous. The security at Bobbys does not serve military Veterans. They would not let me in because I was wearing a black V- neck. There was no way for me to know that plain shirts are not allowed.

Mo
Review №157

Bobbys staff are amazing. They are like family. Good food and great drinks.

Wa
Review №158

Casual atmosphere nice clean bar and resturant plus patio cant ask for much more in the valley for a lounge place.

jj
Review №159

Nearly $9 bucks for a draft beer. No thanks!

Jo
Review №160

Great place, but they close the food area to soon during the week

ro
Review №161

Most judgmental place in California. Working a wildfire with coworker and we were removed from the establishment for reasons unexplained which we can only assume we’re because we were the only whites there

Ke
Review №162

Great food, great place. Taco special is one of the better ones in town. I really like the food.

Ti
Review №163

The 2 cooks we friendly and welcoming. Great customer service. Good food.

De
Review №164

Food was great authentic remind me of my moms cooking..

Aa
Review №165

Dope atmosphere right in the middle of the tower, fast service, great music and lots of people enough said

Bo
Review №166

The food is pretty good. I never eat in. Just take out. But its good.

Ro
Review №167

Celebrate 🍾 to my son Bobby 28 finishing hes finals to his masters degree 🙌🏿 😢

Ch
Review №168

The beans and the burrito were horrible. It would dry

CO
Review №169

THE OWNER IS CREEEPY HE NEEDS TO GO HOME.AND NOT TO MENTION A THIEF ...ALWAYS TRYING TO GET AT THE YOUNG GIRLS EEEWWW !!!!!IF YOU WANT FREE DRINKS JUST SHOW HIM SOME CLEAVAGEAND IT HAPPENS ALL THE TIME.GROSS..

Se
Review №170

Its great been going there since I was 5 but the lead cook is rude. The rest of the staff are great ppl

Mi
Review №171

This is not my most favorite Bobbys to eat from were so close to the one on Blackstone and Princeton and their food is so much better that we just go over there

Ad
Review №172

Food is better, than any other Fresno location.

Zh
Review №173

One of the top spots in Fresnos Tower District. Always a fun time here.

Ch
Review №174

Food was excellent! All you can eat Sundays and bottomless mimosas are a must!

Ke
Review №175

Great place to get drinks or food. Amazing staff very friendly

Ja
Review №176

Been going to Bobbys for about 20yrs the staff super great shout out to the girls SAM ALEX MELISSA ARIANA and all

An
Review №177

Very nice wait staff... food was alright; my friends did like their food very much.

Jo
Review №178

To me fast food service just like going to Hamburger joint I be going to this place many many of years this place is a sting Operation on the weekends For the police officers and the uncover they like to pull over Mexicans n black people its a sting operation in the tower many of years they stop me a many a times on the weekend there So be careful out there

Je
Review №179

Very laid back and friendly felt good to dine out amongst the human beings

BO
Review №180

The food here is so good, get the queso tacos. The absolute best.

Mi
Review №181

Great Karaoke Tuesday nites. Great bar service. Wonderful drinks too

je
Review №182

Drinks were great bartender was fast and attentive.

Ma
Review №183

Service is okay, sometimes they do take a while to get to you if its really busy, but youre not actually abandoned, but the staff is pretty cool and takes care of your needs.

Mo
Review №184

Love the food great place to take a date or have drinks with friends!

Gi
Review №185

Good food friendly service in a laid back environment with fair prices

Be
Review №186

Well I travel 2 hours just to go to Bobby Salazars. My nephew invited me to go. Its really nice.

R
Review №187

Terrible food only matched by poor service. I wish I could give negative stars

Do
Review №188

It was absolutely amazing until I got punched in the face by a random stranger! Then thrown out for getting punched.

Al
Review №189

Was just on Saturday afternoon and evening. Great friends, great food and great music!

Ro
Review №190

Great drinks and bartender and owner awesome food not so good last visit mushy tacos

Ti
Review №191

One of my favorite places. Great food! Rude bartenders!!!

Ju
Review №192

Went to have a drink and the place has changed! Really nice seating at the bar now!

KR
Review №193

Has a nice big bar area with cheap drinks and the food is pretty good.

Sy
Review №194

Great food and drinks. We get the combo appetizer plate.

As
Review №195

Came here on Sunday 7/2. Arrived with 7 other people. They reufesed to serve us. I thought this place was open until 12? Guess not!

Ci
Review №196

Service was OK. Menu doesnt offer a whole lot of variety. For example, they dont offer tamales as a regular item. Who ever heard of a Mexican restaurant that didnt have tamales as a regular menu item.

An
Review №197

Great food and mixed drinks..stop in for a good time...

S
Review №198

I love the guys working the food counter. Best ceveche too! Love their service.

Ed
Review №199

Ordered two California burritos and potatoes were stale old and carne asada wasn’t cut I had a big piece of fat ... worst

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3.5 Rating
  • Address:725 E Olive Ave, Fresno, CA 93728, United States
  • Site:http://bobbystower.com/
  • Phone:+1 559-497-9920
Categories
Working hours
  • Monday:9 AM–1 AM
  • Tuesday:9 AM–1 AM
  • Wednesday:9 AM–1 AM
  • Thursday:9 AM–2 AM
  • Friday:9 AM–2 AM
  • Saturday:9 AM–2 AM
  • Sunday:9 AM–1 AM
Service options
  • Outdoor seating:Yes
  • Delivery:Yes
  • Takeaway:Yes
  • Dine-in:Yes
Highlights
  • Fast service:Yes
  • Great cocktails:Yes
  • Live music:Yes
  • Sport:Yes
Popular for
  • Breakfast:Yes
  • Lunch:Yes
  • Dinner:Yes
  • Solo dining:Yes
Accessibility
  • Wheelchair-accessible car park:Yes
  • Wheelchair-accessible entrance:Yes
  • Wheelchair-accessible seating:Yes
  • Wheelchair-accessible toilet:Yes
Offerings
  • Alcohol:Yes
  • Beer:Yes
  • Cocktails:Yes
  • Coffee:Yes
  • Comfort food:Yes
  • Happy-hour drinks:Yes
  • Happy-hour food:Yes
  • Late-night food:Yes
  • Quick bite:Yes
  • Small plates:Yes
  • Spirits:Yes
  • Wine:Yes
Dining options
  • Breakfast:Yes
  • Brunch:Yes
  • Lunch:Yes
  • Dinner:Yes
  • Catering:Yes
  • Dessert:Yes
  • Seating:Yes
Amenities
  • Bar on site:Yes
  • Toilets:Yes
  • Wi-Fi:Yes
  • Wi-Fi:Yes
Atmosphere
  • Casual:Yes
  • Trendy:Yes
Crowd
  • Family friendly:Yes
  • Groups:Yes
  • LGBTQ+ friendly:Yes
  • Tourists:Yes
  • Transgender safe space:Yes
  • University students:Yes
Planning
  • Accepts reservations:No
Payments
  • Credit cards:Yes
  • Debit cards:Yes
  • Credit cards:Yes
Children
  • Good for kids:Yes
  • High chairs:Yes
  • Kids' menu:Yes
Parking
  • Free of charge street parking:Yes
  • Free parking lot:Yes
  • Parking:Yes
Pets
  • Dogs allowed outside:Yes
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