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    Acapulco Restaurant & Cantina

    4.2 (1.7k reviews)
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    Moderate noise
    Casual
    Good for kids
    Dogs allowed

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    Shrimp quesadillas
    Shirley C.

    Happy hour is great in the bar Menu is large and allows you to try many things for reasonable prices Margarita trio offers opportunity to try variety of flavors Guacamole is so fresh and flavorful

    Chips and salsa
    Marshay D.

    I had to update my review !!! Every time I come here I get the pleasure to have Elvis as my server ! And honestly no lie or hype he is the best!!! He is very amicable and has phenomenal service. I recently came for St. Patrick's day and it was a very good time! The atmosphere was fun and good time!! Happy hour is the best and good prices. The food was really good and green margaritas!! I really like it here it's my fav!! Make sure to ask for Elvis! -Marshay D.

    Emi G.

    I can't believe Acapulco is closing. Came with my family for old time's sake. We started to eat here for the kids eat free on Tuesdays deal all the time! I ordered the shrimp and skirt steak to relive the nostalgia of the kid's fajita meal and it was great. The servers are the best here and brought us so many rounds of chips. Their plans to close have brought more patrons back in, but I overheard that they will stay open for another couple months at most. Hopefully they can stay open for longer!!!

    Angel B.

    We came here for a late lunch to a almost empty resturant. No host to be seen so after a few minutes we self sat ourself at the bar. A little pricey for a $100 lunch with 2 drinks, one being a Mocktal and a $10 deep fried icecream. We each ordered different taco plates that came with rice and beans. We enjoyed the tacos. They added a service charge as part of our bill. If you are celebrating a birthday they do not sing to you or offer dessert on the house.

    Beef CARNE ASADA & CHEESE ENCHILADA
    Kisha L.

    Always a good time here it feels like family when I come here. The food, service, and atmosphere are very nice..

    Menu 1-2026
    Ron R.

    A. is located right off the freeway and has an ample lot. Seems like this and similar restaurants such as El Torito (ET) are just not as popular with younger crowds. You can get better and cheaper food from local taco joints and trucks, but both A. & ET are still a nice sit down experience for a friends and family, business, or special occasion meal. Service was friendly and mostly efficient. They did check on us 1-2 xs. However, as at many places for most of our visit our server was working too hard covering too many tables despite the place not being that crowded. We went for happy hour and ordered off of that menu. Their happy hour is a good deal if u do not order too much. We got a $4 margarita, potato chorizo tacos (2), chicken taquitos (4), and guac for the free chips. They have Pepsi products rather than Coke, so auto minus one star for our taste--we like our Diet Coke esp. w/ Mexican-Hispanic foods. It was super dead and quiet on a Sun night around 5:00. The overall quality and experience was better than ET. ET in Pasadena-Arcadia makes u feel a little uncomfortable and the happy hour items are not bad, but A. has better quality. We would come back here again and would definitely recommend giving them a try for happy hour or a meal.

    Flan
    Cheryl P.

    Food was delicious. They served the best flan I've ever had! Yummy! My husband has been coming here since he was a kid. He said it hasn't changed much. Still decorated with typical Modern can flair. Service speed was average but the server was super nice.

    Jessica R.

    Came here recently for a their beloved Margarita Monday, which is a must for any Monday when in the Glendale area! The service here is always so friendly and while it can be on the slower side, I'm appreciative that they let us hang out with friends for hours to catch up! I love their outdoor patio, especially on a warmer night! It's spacious and has ample and comfortable seating! I also like how it's fenced in from the parking lot, keeping it feeling like a separate space! As far as the margaritas go, they are cheap and depending on the bartender, can be weak or strong! There's never been a time where I've gotten drunk from having 4, more just a sugar rush! Regardless, they're still fun, indulgent and come in great fruity flavors! My favorites are the mango and coconut blended margaritas, only a few dollars each! Unfortunately, as a vegan, there's not really much options for me but they do continuously bring out refills of complementary chips and salsa. These are fresh and tasty and necessary to have with any margarita! The restaurant is very clean and well maintained both inside and outside and has a fun and festive vibe to it! Their giant free parking lot and proximity to the freeway makes it so convenient!

    Spinach ham and cheese omelet
    Joely S.

    Have been to alcapocos in a while. This location in Glendale was nice clean. The staff was pleasant friendly. It never had they had 2 boys. And we were gonna order from the menu. We got there early enough for the Saturday brunch. Before it ended at 1pm the food did kinda look appetizing. The omelet bar was still open. We both got those. There were only a few pancakes. One looked little, burnt the waffles. Were about 3 left. But I did get one. The syrup was still warm. The chips and salsa are always good I have to say the desserts were really good.We got the chocolate brownie and the carrot cake but maybe if we would have got there. When it started, but it's almost not really worth $24.95, most of the meals. On the menu are about $20 to $25. We are in the area about once a month. So we will most likely be back even though we didn't like the fact that there is a surcharge because of some local tax. At 4.99%. So we end up paying the extra $2.78.

    Pizza from the kids menu
    Cristina B.

    We went there today with a party of nine for my brother's and my moms's birthday. Our server was extremely rude and unfriendly. He didn't ask what kind of tortillas I wanted for my fajita, he skipped my son when taking our drink orders and he didn't bring the shot of Grand Marnier that came with my margarita. We asked for a different server and the manager was great, he gave us a new server without delay. Our new server was great, friendly and attentive. After this we had a good experience. My daughter ordered a pizza from the kids menu and it was not what we expected.

    Tableside.
    Freddy D.

    It's been a long time for what ever reason. Nice to be back. It's always a good sign seeing a couple of the long term regular employees. The place is festive with nice music and the dining room is festive in it's coloring! I had a three item combo, it was good, the shredded beef taco was actually small chunks of beef and seemed "fatty" the Chile relleno and chicken taco were both good. We also ordered Carnitas which was always a favorite here. It was an ample portion and happily very lean, it was good. Service was ok, the great part was seeing long term busser/friend Alex! What a friendly great guy! We'll be back.

    Myra G.

    We ate at a Mexican buffet today and absolutely loved it. There were so many options to choose from everything from fresh salads to pozole and a great dessert selection. The drink options were just as good: orange juice, horchata, and piña agua fresca. Everything we tried was delicious. The staff was super friendly and very attentive. We walked in and were seated right away, which was a great start. The ambiance really stood out.There was live mariachi music, which gave the place a fun, authentic, and lively vibe. Overall, a great experience and definitely a spot we'd come back to.

    Seafood trio thoughtfully packaged in Togo box. Delicious.
    Kiona V.

    I got my seafood trio order to-go. Was very appreciative of how carefully it was packed. With cellophane wrapping not just on the food container but also the sauce. It kept the food warm until I got to my destination. Thumbs up on taste, and portion was big enough for two. Would recommend this over the dry steak that I got last time. Cashier and manager were really nice and accommodating on a Wednesday evening. I don't live near this area but the happy hour menu makes me want to come back for some drinks in the near future.

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    Paco and Roger the Manager were so friendly and professional in their services. They always are accommodating and super efficient!

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    Is it still open?

    Yes it is!

    Hello how much is Sunday brunch?

    Acapulco Glendale's Sunday brunch buffet costs $42 per adult and $14 per child. This includes an all-you-can-eat buffet with a tri-tip and ham carving station, plus bottomless mimosas and champagne.… Read more

    Is there a dance floor and what days is there music to dance? Do people dance and what days?

    No dance floor or live entertainment

    How much is Sunday brunch, nobody seems to know?

    I just went to the Sunday brunch yesterday. The cost per person is $36.

    Does Acapulco have black beans?

    Yes!!! They do and they have a very good taste.

    What is the parking situation — parking lot,?

    Yes, they have their own parking lot with plenty of parking spaces.

    How much is the brunch buffet on Sundays?

    The cost per person is $36.

    How much is your Ayce Sunday brunch?

    The cost per person is $36.

    How much is the Sunday Brunch with bottomless Mimosas/ Champagne? The price is not listed ANYWHERE!

    $50 per person

    Does Acapulco still have their weekday lunch brunch if so what are the hours?

    Hi Gabriel, Happy new year and thanks for reaching out. There is no Lunch Buffet at Glendale at this time.… Read more

    What are the happy hour hours and deals?

    Acapulco Glendale has Happy Hour from 3 PM to 8PM every day with various drink and food specials. Visit their website for specifics https://www.acapulcorestaurants.com/specials/

    Is Sunday bottomless brunch still available?

    Yes it is available and in addition we also offer unlimited Bloody Mary for $6 Dollars See you there

    Is the lunch buffet still available?

    No. As of 7/9/21 (and for quite some time before this) they have completely discontinued their lunch buffet. "It's not coming back" I was told by the girl today.

    Does this place have live mariachi?

    My uncle loves to get wasted here and howl along to corridos... if that's your idea of mariachi, then yes, they have it.

    Is there still a lunch buffet?

    Yes

    Are there bottomless mimosa days?

    No :( but Sunday's yes!

    Is there still a lunch buffet at this location? If so what time to what time?

    Eric, Lunch buffet is serve Monday to Friday from 11 am to 2 pm. See you there soon,… Read more

    How is this place on fridays?

    Busy , but does not affect the excellent service

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    The Famous

    The Famous

    4.3
    (671 reviews)
    1.0 mi
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    Locally owned & operated
    Luxury

    First time here and not disappointed very cool spot and the interior decor is unique and positive…read morevibes! Id definitely come back and grab food from the regular menu and drinks. Service is top-notch. Say hi to Maurice if you drop in! Perfect for a hangout spot with small group, or a complete squad. Music in the background is on point lighting, very relaxing... Have to come and check it out for yourself!

    (Drank 03/28/26 SA @ 6:00pm): How famous was this bar in Glendale?…read more After a late-afternoon film at the nearby AMC The Americana At Brand 18, my friend and I walked around a bit and eventually found ourselves at The Famous Bar. With the seemingly ever-changing landscape along Brand Blvd. in downtown Glendale, this establishment has been around since 2012 (which I believe was the first and only time I came here). Primarily known for its inventive craft cocktails and a killer whiskey selection, it was a nice place to sneak away into before or after your main event... or, maybe this could be the place to spend an entire evening. Would this bar famously make an impression on me to remember to return in the future!? PURCHASE(S) Fremont Brewing Dark Star Double Oatmeal Imperial Stout Beer 8.00% ABV 16floz Draft ($6.00 HH; Reg. $9.00): Dark brown color, coffee oatmeal roasty aroma, medium body, chocolate coffee oatmeal roasty toasty flavor, mouthfeel smooth finish, and coffee oatmeal roasty toasty aftertaste. This was a really tasty brew and my favorite of the two! https://www.yelp.com/user_local_photos?userid=8jVT2inwc8GIQ6sH2UG9Vw&start=24&select=ad_C9YTJYF9lVr2FOEQLkg 12" Margherita Pizza ($20.00 HH; Reg. $26.00): A simple pizza with a somewhat thin crust that was kind of cardboardy, the flavor was rather pedestrian with chewy mozzarella although the basil was fragrant and fresh. https://www.yelp.com/user_local_photos?userid=8jVT2inwc8GIQ6sH2UG9Vw&start=24&select=kdkvUttCLmMOAGQ1nyp5tg Figueroa Mountain Brewing Co. Danish Red Amber Lager Beer 5.50% ABV 16floz Draft ($5.00 HH; Reg. $8.00): Dark amber red color, malty allspice aroma, low body, malty sweet flavor, clean smooth finish, and malty sweet aftertaste. https://www.yelp.com/user_local_photos?userid=8jVT2inwc8GIQ6sH2UG9Vw&start=24&select=QQjsTWce5Lstcxj5PowrYw Steak Fries ($7.00 HH; Reg. $9.00): This was an impulse buy as something to pair with my second beer. A decent portion-sized snack, each spud stick was hot, steaming, and thick and came with a side of ketchup. https://www.yelp.com/user_local_photos?userid=8jVT2inwc8GIQ6sH2UG9Vw&start=24&select=GVoy0nzxFUL6rHWaxNdG7Q SERVICE We were warmly greeted by a sole young woman behind the bar who handed us a menu and directed us to sit anywhere. After a few minutes of reviewing the menu, we each placed our order at the bar, our drinks were delivered quickly while the food took mere minutes to arrive at the table. We had to approach the bar each time we ordered something, but any empty glasses and plates were collected at the table. Once we closed out our tabs, we were thanked for coming as we headed out into the night. Everything was chill and easy - thank you! PARKING (Varied; FREE this instance): I parked in the nearby original Glendale Galleria parking structure and simply walked over first to The Americana then to this place. Otherwise, there was limited parking along the main drag of Brand Blvd. and other surrounding side streets, the nearby Glendale Galleria II parking structure, The Americana parking structure that offered validation, numerous public transportation options, and rideshares - 'nuff said! ATMOSPHERE, DÉCOR, AMBIENCE A dark cavernous speakeasy-like place with open space, various tables and couches strewn about, and a large long somewhat decorative bar with an impressive whiskey selection displayed behind it. I appreciated the exposed brick walls which gave it that old-time feel with a few framed pictures hung on them. Minimal natural lighting came through the front doors and windows while minimal electric ceiling lights filled in rest. There was at least one projection TV where we watched the Dodgers game while music played in the background. https://www.yelp.com/user_local_photos?userid=8jVT2inwc8GIQ6sH2UG9Vw&start=24&select=SomLKsk1KVcemeOCHGOZfg ATTIRE Totally casual, so I would normally be in a t-shirt, boardshorts, and flip-flops. OVERALL It was nice to slip into The Famous Bar for the first time in over a decade, and if I found myself spending time in downtown Glendale again, I'd consider another visit. Sadly, I try to avoid the highly congested area as much as possible. I loved the fact that they had a daily happy hour (4pm-7pm) and late-night SU-TH happy hours (10:30pm-close), so there was always a deal to be found. The drinks were the main reason you came, while the food was just an add-on. The prices were elevated, but you had a good menu selection of libations (nice local craft beer list) to choose from. The customer service was easy, friendly, and straightforward. I found very good value based on the prices, service, and experience noted above (TOTAL paid experience was around $42.00 BEFORE any discounts/tip). And, they accepted my credit card of choice... AMEX! 4.0 STARS

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    Inkwell Tavern

    Inkwell Tavern

    4.8
    (317 reviews)
    2.4 mi
    $$

    We held an event in the private room at Inkwell Tavern on 6/8 and it truly couldn't have been…read morebetter! The team at Inkwell was so kind and worked with us to accommodate EVERYTHING we wanted - from the timing of the plates, to making room for our photobooth set up, to serving a speciality cocktail we requested!! (Which was delicious!) The communication with management was great. They encouraged us to come in a few days before to do a tech test to make sure everything ran smoothly for the screening part of our event. As expected, things did indeed run smoothly as a result! Their Monday night karaoke was going on simultaneously and the sound didn't interfere with our screening at all. We had about 30 attendees and the room was a very comfortable size for us, it's also beautiful! The entire experience was fantastic, we're very happy with how the evening turned out! Thank you to the wonderful staff for making it all happen for us!

    The drinks here are excellent! You order at the bar and they bring your food to you…read more Masala Grilled Chicken Sandwich - Tasted bland but too spicy at the same time. Very one note. The chicken was a little dry and the seasoning on it just tasted spicy to be spicy. No real flavor. The cucumber and slaw also did not help with the bland taste. It really needed an acidic component to bring the flavors out or an aioli. The fries it came with were divine though! I subbed for waffle fries and they were oh so crispy! Corpse Reviver - Get it. Just get it. Refreshing with just the right amount of alcohol I want to taste in my drink hehe. Food came out timely, staff were helpful and attentive. Great place for a group of 4-5 - anymore and it'd be too crowded as they don't have big tables. Loved the vibe of the place. I really want to like LIKE this spot so I think I'll get something else entree wise next time!

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    The Green Room

    The Green Room

    4.6
    (685 reviews)
    3.9 mi
    $$$

    We really enjoyed our Friday evening here! It's a beautiful bar/restaurant with quite the view of…read morethe surrounding area; the decor is open and upscale and it's great! The service was friendly and pleasant and prompt, and our food and wine were great. Absolutely will recommend and return!

    As a lover of speakeasies and craft cocktails, The Green Room has been on my list for a while. What…read morebetter time to go than on my anniversary! Echoing what everyone else has been saying - the service is SO slow. It was about 45 minutes before we were able to order our second drink and our water glasses were empty. They have so many runners bringing the drinks out but only a few servers and, from the looks of it, one bartender (on a Saturday night - what?!). The server was saying he was trying to find a manager to help out but they were nowhere to be found. Clearly management is fine with these service times since they're still making $$$. The drinks were delicious, and I loved that there were heaters on the patio (though they did get very hot at times). Our server was so kind and brought us a celebratory drink. I do wish there were more explanations with the beverages, especially for the Paid Vacation as most people will not realize you're supposed to bite into the buzz button for the tingly sensation. I would come back, but need some time for my wallet to recover first, haha!

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