Joel’s

Joel was in the kitchen, and I said– hey are you the real Joel? He replied yes. He even had the name Joel on his shirt for proof. I said– hey Joel pick me out something amazing. What he served me and my crew was amazing. Nothing more to say. They’ve got amazing breakfast and lunch options, but they close at 4pm. I heard an unconfirmed rumor that if you pay in pesos, you get a 30% discount. I actually started that rumor so I’m pretty sure it’s just a ridiculous rumor.

My must go place to eat when I am in Sandpoint. Great local family that serves up fantastic food, I especially love the carne asada burrito and the chicken burrito. Gets very busy around lunch so be sure to call ahead if you are in a hurry.

LOVE LOVE LOVE this place! My favorites are their fish tacos and jalepeno poppers.
Wonderful friendly service. A go to for quick delicious food. You won’t be disappointed! Call ahead for to go orders-​they always are very busy!

The blackened chicken burrito is Fantastic! Just the right amount of sauce and heat. The staff is very helpful and friendly giving the place a really positive vibe.

Blackened chicken burrito was seriously awesome! Staff is super friendly and helpful.

Breakfast Burritos are super good and hit the spot in the morning — They are always consistent and the owners and staff are always very friendly. We’re lucky to have Joels up here in North Idaho!

I always recommend Joel’s first to anyone we know visiting Sandpoint. Best in town for Mexican food.

Great place all around, outstanding menu, awesome prices, unbeatable service. This is a place you must eat it if your in sandpoint, Idaho. Every item on the menu is phenomenal. The family who runs this establishment are such nice people, and work very hard to provide a simply outstanding experience to everyone who walks through the door. Highly recommended.

My most favorite spot for Mexican food in Idaho! Breakfast is amazing — try the eggs Benedict burrito… Hash browns, sausage and poached eggs with salsa in a tortilla!!! Lunch: it doesn’t matter what you get, it will probably be the best thing you have ever eaten. I love their fish tacos so much! But seriously everything is delicious.

Really fresh and tasty take on Mexican food. Casual atmosphere with outstanding flavors. Go there. Plan on a 15 – 20 minute wait on a busy weekend or holiday. Totally worth it anyway.

Get the fish tacos if it is the last thing you do.

Be smart. Call ahead as this is a mob scene by 11:45. And the dozens of folks who called are ahead of you in queue. That said, it is worth the wait. Folks in this town are easy going and Joel’s attracts an interesting mix: lakefront tycoons, working stiffs, hipsters, local office types, etc. And they are efficient in pumping out the food.
The breadth of the menu is huge and I suspect it is all house made. Anything with fish is superb. The special burritos are stuffed with ingredients but have a nice balance with rice, shredded lettuce, great salsas, and your selected ingredient. On a recent visit I opted for blackened chicken. It was nicely spiced. A small complaint: the tortilla wasn’t heated and didn’t have its usual great consistency.
The breakfast burrito is an absolute winner. And the revised policy of accepting credit cards is a huge plus for a non-​cash carrier.
But call ahead!

Best Mexican in sandpoint but stop coming here! It is too popular. Horchata! Tofu fajita burrito. Chile relleno burrito. Have yet to try eggs Benedict burrito. Outside seating, dog friendly.

We visit Sandpoint once a year, and hit Joel’s a minimum of two times each visit! We love the entire experience!

Service alone deserves a ⁵⁄₅. Came in with an open mind on what to eat, and was provided with great recommendation: chicken adobo taco, fish taco, and jalapeño poppers. Tacos were great tasting, bigger in size (6inch tortillas) compared to street tacos, and had fresh ingredients. 3 jalapeño poppers were served in a bath of sweet chili sauce. Place is doing it right.
Service: ⁵⁄₅
Food: ⁴⁄₅
Environment: ⁵⁄₅
Price: 4.5÷5

As of three months ago, Joel’s now accepts CREDIT CARDS!!! I still paid with cash yesterday. Next time… #shocked

I’ve been to Joel’s twice now in 6 months — both times I was disappointed. Today when I ordered I said I only want egg, bacon, and potato breakfast burrito. Nothing else in it. I ended up with egg, bacon, potato, rice, cheese, and a sauce (maybe salsa?). I don’t know why they couldn’t just make it with the three things I wanted?! Unfortunately I didn’t start eating it until I got to Sagle. I tried picking through it but the sauce is so overpowering — it makes everything taste like it.
Last time I was there the girls at the counter were super friendly and it made up for when they messed up my burrito that time. Today the guy was annoyed we were there because he was talking to his buddies. Don’t you just hate it when paying customers show up?!

Great food! Vegan options available. We were greeted by friendly staff who truly understand what it means to be vegan. We ordered tofu tacos, the tacos are large and delicious. We can’t wait to come back here!

We love Joel’s. Anytime we get up in the Sandpoint area we stop by. Very authentic Mexican food. Kind of a food truck feel out of a walk up store front. If you like Mexican food you really should try Joel’s.

This place is awesome for a quick Mexican dish. The only frustrating part is the hours of operation, but that’s only because the food is so good that when you want Joel’s and you cant get it, everything else is a let down.
Great spot to walk or bike downtown to, grab a bite and then check out town.
They also finally take cards, such a huge upgrade.