El Alteno

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323 Main St
Watsonville, CA 95076

El Alteno in Watsonville, CA offers a unique dining experience by blending fresh Mexican ingredients and regional flavors in an authentic villa setting. With a wide selection of tequilas and a vibrant atmosphere, this restaurant is perfect for group gatherings and parties.

Featuring ample group seating and a spacious patio with a separate bar, El Alteno provides a lively dining experience for visitors looking to enjoy fun dinners. While weekends draw a younger crowd, early dinners cater well to families seeking a taste of south-of-the-border flavors.

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3.065 reviews
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Daniel D.
11/10/2025

El Alteño does not get the attention it deserves. While Watsonville does have an abundance of Mexican restaurants, El Alteño is overlooked as one of the best. It's a hidden gem. I've been a...

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Erin H.
5/2/2024

I have to say, I am so disappointed this seems to have gone so far downhill! This used to be my favorite place in high school (15 years ago) We also used to go all of the time with my mother, who...

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Alex V.
1/31/2023

You know the food is good when people don't even talk to each other. I've been here a few times and this review is long over due. I always order their veggie fajita burrito, it's a bit on the...

Brandon C.
3/15/2024

If you guys aren't getting their molcajetes mixtos, you are missing out! We drive all the way from Santa Cruz for these!!

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Noemi M.
4/28/2023

Food is not good and the owner is very rude to customers and her employees! Her chairs were broken, she'll try to overcharge you so CHECK YOUR RECEIPT, would never ever go again! La comida no...

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