Opening hours
Closed · opens 10:00 AM
| Monday | 10:00 AM – 8:00 PM |
|---|---|
| Tuesday | 10:00 AM – 8:00 PM |
| Wednesday | Closed |
| Thursday | Closed |
| Friday | 10:00 AM – 8:00 PM |
| Saturday | 10:00 AM – 8:00 PM |
| Sunday | 10:00 AM – 8:00 PM |
Local time in Salinas: 7:16 AM (PST). Holiday hours may differ – call (831) 442-8939 to confirm.
Location & directions
1927 Natividad RdSalinas, CA 93906
About Rafael Mexican Grill
Rafael Mexican Grill is a Mexican restaurant you'll find at 1927 Natividad Rd in Salinas, California. It is one of 126 places to eat and drink we list in Salinas. Prices are affordable ($10–20 per person).
Rafael Mexican Grill is open 5 days a week, usually 10:00 AM – 8:00 PM (closed Wednesday and Thursday).
The menu we have on file lists 114 items across 20 sections, including Platillos de Desayuno / Breakfast Plates, Other Favorites, Breakfast Burritos, Omelets, and Make Your Own Omelet. Listed prices range from $1.50 to $25.99, with a typical item around $8.99. You will find options like French Toast, Huevos Rancheros, and Machaca con Huevo.
Available service options are outdoor seating, no-contact delivery, delivery, takeaway, and dine-in. Visitors describe the atmosphere as casual and cosy, and it is a good fit for groups. The place is family friendly. It is especially popular for breakfast, lunch, and dinner. Offerings include alcohol, beer, coffee, comfort food, and quick bite.
Accessibility features: wheelchair-accessible car park, wheelchair-accessible entrance, wheelchair-accessible seating, and wheelchair-accessible toilet. Payment methods accepted: credit cards, debit cards, and NFC mobile payments. Parking: free of charge street parking, free parking lot, and parking. Reservations are accepted; call (831) 442-8939 to book a table.
Quick facts
- Category
- Mexican Restaurant
- Address
- 1927 Natividad Rd, Salinas, CA 93906
- Phone
- (831) 442-8939
- Price range
- $10–20 per person
- Hours
- Open 5 days a week, usually 10:00 AM – 8:00 PM (closed Wednesday and Thursday)
- Menu
- 114 items · $1.50–$25.99
- Listing updated
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Popular times
Usually busiest around 7 PM on Fridays; one of the quieter times is around 3 PM on weekdays.
Based on typical visit patterns for Mexican restaurants and this venue’s opening hours.
How the hours compare
We compared Rafael Mexican Grill’s weekday schedule with 6 other Mexican restaurants in Salinas. On a typical weekday it opens at 10:00 AM, later than most (the typical opening time is 9:00 AM) and closes at 8:00 PM, in line with the typical 8:00 PM.
In total it is open about 50 hours a week, 30 hours fewer than the local median of 80. 83% of Mexican restaurants in Salinas open on Sundays, and Rafael Mexican Grill is one of them.
Compared with 6 other Mexican restaurants in Salinas that list their hours in our guide.
Typical prices for Mexican restaurants in California
Based on 595 menus with 44,447 priced items from Mexican restaurants in California, the median menu item costs $12.50, and half of all items are priced between $6.49 and $17.00.
At Rafael Mexican Grill the median listed price is $8.99, lower than the typical $12.50 for Mexican restaurants in California.
| Item | On menus | Typical price |
|---|---|---|
| Guacamole | 37% | $5.99 |
| Huevos Rancheros | 34% | $14.50 |
| Chile Relleno | 33% | $9.72 |
| Quesadilla | 32% | $11.46 |
| Carne Asada | 30% | $18.97 |
| Menudo | 30% | $15.95 |
| Nachos | 29% | $12.07 |
| Burrito | 26% | $12.00 |
Calculated from 595 menus in our guide. Prices vary by location and change over time.
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Features & amenities
Service options
- Outdoor seating
- No-contact delivery
- Delivery
- Takeaway
- Dine-in
Highlights
- Fast service
- Sport
Popular for
- Breakfast
- Lunch
- Dinner
- Solo dining
Accessibility
- Wheelchair-accessible car park
- Wheelchair-accessible entrance
- Wheelchair-accessible seating
- Wheelchair-accessible toilet
Offerings
- Alcohol
- Beer
- Coffee
- Comfort food
- Quick bite
- Small plates
- Wine
Dining options
- Breakfast
- Brunch
- Lunch
- Dinner
- Dessert
- Seating
- Table service
Amenities
- Toilet
Atmosphere
- Casual
- Cosy
Crowd
- Family friendly
- Groups
Planning
- Accepts reservations
Payments
- Credit cards
- Debit cards
- NFC mobile payments
Children
- Good for kids
- High chairs
- Kids' menu
Parking
- Free of charge street parking
- Free parking lot
- Parking
The neighborhood
Within a 10-minute walk (half a mile) of Rafael Mexican Grill there are 2 other places to eat and drink in our guide, and 2 within one mile. By type, the places within a mile include Burgers & Fast Food (1) and Pizza (1).
Rafael Mexican Grill is the only Mexican restaurant within a mile (9 within three miles). The next closest is Chipotle, 1.6 mi away.
Nearest places of other kinds
- PizzaPizza Factory< 0.1 mi
- Burgers & Fast FoodMcDonald's0.1 mi
- Cafes & CoffeePalomas Cafecito1.0 mi
- AmericanThe Village Restaurant1.0 mi
- ChinesePanda Express1.1 mi
What to expect at a Mexican restaurant
Mexican food is one of the most widely loved cuisines in the US, and it ranges from the taqueria with a handful of tables and a salsa bar to sit-down restaurants focused on a single region such as Oaxaca, Jalisco, Puebla or the Yucatán. Tex-Mex – with its combination plates, yellow cheese, fajitas and chili con carne – is its own distinct tradition born in Texas.
What to order
- Tacos al pastor or carne asada – the taqueria benchmark, usually on small corn tortillas
- Enchiladas or a mole dish – a good way to taste the kitchen’s sauces
- Burrito – a meal in itself, especially in California-style shops
- Tamales – often made in batches and sold out early
Good to know
- Chips and salsa are free at many sit-down restaurants but not at most taquerias.
- Weekend specials such as menudo, pozole or birria often sell out before evening.
- Ask how spicy a salsa is – heat levels vary hugely from one kitchen to the next.
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Frequently asked questions
What are Rafael Mexican Grill's opening hours?
Open 5 days a week, usually 10:00 AM – 8:00 PM (closed Wednesday and Thursday). Monday: 10:00 AM – 8:00 PM; Tuesday: 10:00 AM – 8:00 PM; Wednesday: Closed; Thursday: Closed; Friday: 10:00 AM – 8:00 PM; Saturday: 10:00 AM – 8:00 PM; Sunday: 10:00 AM – 8:00 PM.
Is Rafael Mexican Grill open on Sunday?
Yes, Rafael Mexican Grill is open on Sundays: 10:00 AM – 8:00 PM.
Where is Rafael Mexican Grill located?
Rafael Mexican Grill is located at 1927 Natividad Rd, Salinas, CA 93906.
What is the phone number of Rafael Mexican Grill?
You can call Rafael Mexican Grill at (831) 442-8939.
Does Rafael Mexican Grill offer delivery or takeout?
Yes, Rafael Mexican Grill offers delivery, and takeout is available. Listed service options: outdoor seating, no-contact delivery, delivery, takeaway, and dine-in.
How much does it cost to eat at Rafael Mexican Grill?
The typical price range at Rafael Mexican Grill is $10–20 per person. Menu prices range from $1.50 to $25.99.
Does Rafael Mexican Grill take reservations?
Yes, Rafael Mexican Grill accepts reservations.
Is Rafael Mexican Grill wheelchair accessible?
Listed accessibility features: wheelchair-accessible car park, wheelchair-accessible entrance, wheelchair-accessible seating, and wheelchair-accessible toilet.
Is Rafael Mexican Grill open late?
No, Rafael Mexican Grill usually closes before 10 PM.
What else is near Rafael Mexican Grill?
There are 2 other places to eat and drink within a mile of Rafael Mexican Grill. Nearby options include Pizza Factory (< 0.1 mi), McDonald's (0.1 mi), and Palomas Cafecito (1.0 mi).
Are there other Mexican restaurants near Rafael Mexican Grill?
None within a mile. The closest is Chipotle, 1.6 mi away.
How much do Mexican restaurants in California cost?
Based on 595 menus with 44,447 priced items from Mexican restaurants in California, the median menu item costs $12.50, and half of all items are priced between $6.49 and $17.00.
