Welcome to Celia's
At Celia's, a celebrated cocktail bar in Menlo Park, we invite you to experience vibrant Mexican and seafood cuisine in a lively atmosphere. Our story began with a passion for crafting flavorful dishes that resonate with authenticity and warmth. Highlighting specials like our Carnitas de Res and Fajitas Supremas, we promise generous portions and expert seasoning, ensuring every meal feels like a festive celebration. With a welcoming vibe that encourages gatherings, our delicious offerings, including fresh chips and salsa, make Celia's a beloved spot for both casual hangouts and special occasions. Join us, and savor a delightful culinary journey!
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1850 El Camino Real, Menlo Park, CA 94025 Hotline: (650) 321-8227
Welcome to Celia's, a beloved destination nestled in the heart of Menlo Park, California. Located at 1850 El Camino Real, this vibrant cocktail bar specializes in a delightful fusion of Mexican cuisine and fresh seafood, complemented by a dynamic cocktail menu. Celia's is more than just a restaurant; it's an experience characterized by warmth, flavor, and a festive atmosphere that keeps patrons returning again and again.
Celia's stands out not only for its delicious offerings but also for its inviting ambiance. With both indoor and outdoor seating options, guests can enjoy a lively meal while catching exhilarating sports on TV or savoring al fresco dining under the stars. The decor is colorful and cheerful, contributing to a welcoming environment that feels like a community gathering place.
- Specialties: The menu features an array of mouthwatering dishes that satisfy every palate.
- Try the Steak a la Mexicana, a succulent 10 oz. broiled steak served with grilled onions, tomatoes, and sliced avocado for $27.55.
- Indulge in Two Crab Enchiladas topped with rich red sauce and sour cream for just $26.50.
- The Camarones a la Ranchera presents eight juicy prawns sautéed with bell peppers and onions, served alongside refreshing guacamole for $26.45.
For those seeking plant-based options, the Vegetarian Fajitas are a sizzling combo of mushrooms, onions, carrots, and bell peppers, served with all the traditional accompaniments for $24.55.
As many satisfied customers can attest, including Emma J. who praised the amazing Happy Hour specials, the food at Celia's is always consistently delicious, providing huge portions at reasonable prices. With a range of appetizers, salads, and rich main courses, the flavors of Celia's are designed to please every guest.
Celia's has not only earned loyalty for its food but also for its exceptional service. Every visit feels special, with attentive staff ensuring that your meal is both enjoyable and memorable. Paula C. fondly reminisced about the decades of wonderful meals shared at this establishment, while others like Donna N. and Ellen B. highlighted the quick service and high-quality takeout options.
Whether you're winding down after work or celebrating a special occasion, Celia's offers a delightful escape filled with the flavors of Mexico and the sea, all in a joyful setting. Come for the food, stay for the fun—Celia's is truly a gem waiting to be discovered.
Food is always consistently the best. What more could you possibly say about this place.
Went for HH and it was amazing- HUGE appetizers for $3.50 each, free chips and salsa, great margs. The mains we ordered were quite pricey but portions were huge and the food was very flavorful. I also loved the cute diner feel and the fact that you could watch some really wild sports on TV (like bull riding and cattle herding).
Yet another amazing meal! It's my go to ! On my way home from work! And amazing happy hour menu! Plus dinner ! Yummy tonight I enjoyed the chicken enchilada' and my date the carne asada plate! Always delicious!
Celia's in Menlo Park is not a fancy Mexican restaurant, but it's a place that you go in and you're warmly welcomed & their prices are reasonable. They're happy hour is amazing every single day from 3 to 7 PM. It's a clean, friendly, festive environment that I enjoy meeting up with friends after work together. Their dishes are simple and not authentic Mexican but they're delicious. Well spiced good portions and served always with a feeling that they want you to enjoy! They have an outside space as well that is enjoyed during the summertime.
I've had take out from this place about 10 times in the past few years and every time the food is hot, delicious, and very home-y. The customer service is excellent, the menu is huge. There are still so many things I have not eaten from there so I'll definitely try to stop by to dine in next time I can. I cannot attach any photos as I always eat the food right away, which can tell you how good it is!
Celia's has been a beloved favorite of mine since childhood, back when I lived in San Mateo, and after all these years, the Menlo Park location still serves the same mouthwatering dishes I've been enjoying for the past 45 years! Tonight, I stopped by between clients and asked for a quiet spot in the back, and without hesitation, they led me to the perfect corner. The service was impressively fast, even though I was tucked away in an out-of-sight booth. And the best part? The music was so low that it barely registered on my Zoom call--only once when there was complete silence. Celia's holds such a special place in my heart, and it's even more special when I get to keep making memories there, even if it's just me! :)
Great chips & salsa ! Tasty food, big portions, lunch specials, plenty of parking , nice covered outdoor patio area‼ Quick & attentive service , knowledgeable about dishes. Interior is roomy & bright w/ colorful flags & decor & big windows ! We all couldn't finish our plates & had leftovers to bring home, but we're still too full for dinner !
Food: very reliable, clean Mexican food. Great thin, oversized chips with mild tomato forward salsa. Proportions were very equal. Ordered Piccadillo basic burritos (rice, bean, cheese, shredded beef, open ended wrapped, sauce on top). One with sauce on the side. Half way through the naked burrito, the tortilla got hard to cut because it was cold. Sauce that goes on top was very tomato based. Almost like a thin tomato soup. Vibe: indoor and outdoor seating. Heaters. TVs. Has bar and bar seating with all tvs playing sports. Price: pricey but portions are very large. Burritos were size of a petit woman's forearm. Warning- sour cream was $3.95 extra! Experience: service was a bit slow outside on a Sunday night, but we were one of three parties outside so that's to be expected. Parking is free with dedicated parking lot
Celia's for life! Everyone in the family absolutely loves this Mexican restaurant. It is by far the best around! Idk what people say! The chips are always hot and fresh, salsa is always also fresh and yummy! The staff and servers are always so happy and nice at this Celia's! I do like how this location can always handle larger functions for both family and work! You have enough space and are tucked away in your own booth even with a busy full house. You can never go wrong with Celia's! The two enchilada meal with rice beans and homemade coleslaw is perfect for me! I always take some home with me. I also, usually always get carne asada but everyone in my family also gets cheese and chicken enchiladas and absolutely loves them!
Late lunch with my sis. This place brought back a good memory. I used to eat here for an early dinner with my college bestie before going to the class. It's been awhile since I haven't been here. As soon as you sit down, they brought scrumptious chips & salsa, and ice water. Today I ordered the lunch special beef burrito and my favorite drink mango margarita. The food was super hot and yummy. The drink was so refreshing. We enjoy our time here. Yhe staff are friendly and attentive. The ambiance is casual. This is one of my favorite Mexican restaurants. I Yelp checked in and got 20% off, it's a sweet deal!!