Carniceria y Taqueria Karlitas
About This Spot
Stepping into Carniceria y Taqueria Karlitas feels like entering a crossroads where Clovis’s heart beats in vibrant, familiar rhythms. This is not just a spot to grab a quick bite—it’s a lively blend of community corner, neighborhood mercado, and family table stretched wide. The space hums with steady, welcoming energy: a casual local eatery where the pace invites you to take a breath, settle in, and enjoy the simple pleasure of food made with care.
The hum of friendly chatter blends with the subtle clatter of service as the staff moves with warm efficiency—no rushing, no fuss. Part butcher shop, part market, part dining room, Karlitas wears its many hats effortlessly. There’s a grounded, everyday joy in watching fresh tortillas being made or the bar’s small lineup of beers on tap, inviting locals to unwind alongside weekday breakfasts and weekend feasts.
Dining here feels unpretentious yet deeply satisfying. It’s a place where breakfast plates come wrapped in familiar scents of chile verde and eggs, and tacos arrive piled high with vibrant, fresh toppings that tell stories of shared recipes and care. Whether you’re savoring a chile verde burrito that’s just the right balance of hearty and bright, or lingering over a plate of carne asada paired with soft, warm tortillas, the meal unfolds as a human moment—comforting without ceremony, flavorful without overwhelm.
Beyond the kitchen, the small grocery shelves and butcher counter make Karlitas more than a meal stop; it’s a slice of everyday life, stocked with staples that keep home kitchens humming. From fresh meats to those little household essentials, it’s clear this is a local hub tending to many layers of its community’s day.
In its mix of market, cantina, and family-friendly restaurant, Carniceria y Taqueria Karlitas invites you to slow down just enough to savor the real textures of neighborhood life—where every bite connects, every visit feels familiar, and the spirit of home permeates the air.
What’s Available Here
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Identifies as Latino-owned
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Identifies as women-owned
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Outdoor seating
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Kerbside pickup
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Delivery
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On-site services
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Takeaway
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Dine-in
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Fast service
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Serves local specialty
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Breakfast
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Lunch
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Dinner
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Solo dining
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Wheelchair-accessible car park
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Wheelchair-accessible entrance
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Wheelchair-accessible seating
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Wheelchair-accessible toilet
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Alcohol
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Beer
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Cocktails
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Coffee
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Comfort food
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Happy-hour drinks
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Quick bite
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Small plates
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Wine
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Breakfast
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Lunch
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Dinner
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Catering
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Counter service
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Dessert
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Seating
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Table service
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Bar on site
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Toilet
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Casual
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Family friendly
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Groups
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Accepts reservations
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Credit cards
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Debit cards
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NFC mobile payments
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Credit cards
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Good for kids
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Free of charge street parking
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Free parking lot
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Parking
Location & Hours
| Monday | 07:00 AM - 07:30 PM | |
| Tuesday | 07:00 AM - 07:30 PM | |
| Wednesday | 07:00 AM - 03:30 PM | |
| Thursday | Closed | |
| Friday | Closed | |
| Saturday | 07:00 AM - 07:30 PM | |
| Sunday | 07:00 AM - 06:30 PM |
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Nancy Madrigal 05 Jan 2026
Great casual spot! Delicious tacos and burritos. The food was tasty, clean and non-greasy. The quality of the ingredients shined through. They have a variety of Mexican products for sale in addition to the food, from pharmacy items to household staples. We will definitely be back.
Danny Mabley 19 Dec 2025
This has become our families favorite Mexican spot. Whether it’s breakfast burritos, a few tacos for lunch or a dinner plate they have it all and it’s all delicious. The market here also has the best tortillas and snacks. Definitely a must try if you haven’t been.
Sunny Takhar 02 Dec 2025
Foods tastes authentic. Very friendly cashiers taking the orders at the register, so no waiting for someone to come take the order. They've converted a big chunk of the former grocery section into a bar, currently with 4 beers on tap and several others in bottles/cans. They do have some groceries and even some over the counter medicines as well. We've tried almost every item in the menu and have never been let down. Don't let me over-hype this place. It is, at the end of the day, simply a taqueria with a bar, some groceries, and OTC medicine. But it is a very good and consistent one
Megan Ruiz 24 Nov 2025
This spot was really cute for it being a carniceria. I wasn't sure what to expect since I was coming off a referral from a nurse at the doctor's office. They have a bar area and the kitchen area is attached to the carniceria.They have tables for you to dine in as well as the market for drinks or small goods. We ordered food to eat there and my family got burritos and tacos. Everyone liked the food except me, it wasn't bad the meat just wasnt seasoned to my particular liking but I loved the rice and beans.The staff was really nice and the flow of people was honestly consistent. Would Def go back if I was on that side of town.
George San Mateo 19 Nov 2025
Need good food? Check. Need fresh meat? Check. Need to chill at a local cantina and have a drink? Check. Dont order and be all grumpy and be in a rush. Kickback in the mercado have a cold drink and let these people make your food because prepare yourself….Your taste sensors will be knocked off wack because this food is BOMB! Our second time and we tried the QuesaBirrias whooooop whoopppp! These things are stuffed with high quality meat, cheese and goodness. The consume was perfect! Let these videos and photos speak for themselves. Support this place. Local Businesses! Side note everyone was happy eating their food, there was this skinny boy smashing a buritto bigger than his arm good sign!
Melissa Becker 23 Sep 2025
The food was great. The service was excellent I did feel bad for that young guy working the front although he was by himself he was working hard he was cashiering calling out order and on top of that working the bar as if that wasn’t enough my husband and I saw him in the kitchen as well. His service was awesome even seeing him under so much pressure looked like no one was there to help him. Overall I recommend this place will definitely tell everyone about it. Can’t wait to try their full menu!