735 Goldstream Ave
Langford, BC

Hours: Daily from 11 a.m.–7 p.m.
Phone: (250) 391-4047

Out in the strip known as Langford’s “Downtown” core, the Three Gringos Mexican Cafe has always caught my attention. I’m not in this area often, but when I do, I like to make the most of my commute here to check out something new. With the 95 bus servicing the area every half an hour or so, I think I can visit a bit more, mostly because there’s a few holes in the wall gems that a former contributor expounded upon. While I don’t need to visit those particular places since they’re old, there’s been a few new places that has my notice. And when I’m in the area to play Dungeons and Dragons with a group who’ve made this community their homestead, I don’t mind the expedition!

While I don’t know who decided to open up this operation, John Landis’ movie The Three Amigos came to mind and I thought I’d find some kind of vibe to remind me of this place upon entering. The fiesta colours are welcoming, and I had to glance at the chalkboard to see what’s unique. Aside from licking my lips at the thought of churros to go with my lunch, I opted for the chip version to take to my gaming session. It’s a treat that’s best eaten fresh off the fryer than cold. The sweet taste is familiar, and the crisp is just right, but without the warmth, there’s just something missing.

For lunch, I tried both their soft and hard tacos. Both were good tasting, and although I was confused that the former was wrapped into a burrito for me, I think someone got confused at the kitchen. Usually they’re presented open than closed.

I loved how well seasoned the beef is, but ultimately, they weren’t anything special. The price point is rather hard not to notice. You’re paying an above average price (around $6) for one and I didn’t find any specials to provide “three” at some discounted rate. Some ingredients were standard grocery grade. Unlike Maaiz in Chinatown, the tortillas weren’t anything exceptional; I thought they were fairly standard than anything else. For locals, I’m sure the options in where to go for Mexican are limited, and I’d rank this place somewhere in the middle.

It’s not a place to really rave about, but in a pinch when that craving for Mexican hits, this place can satisfy. 

3 Blokes out of 5