To say that Adobo Grill is a Mexican Restuarant is underselling the experience. It has been said time and time again on this site - Get the Guacamole!!! When you go to Adobo be prepared to redefine your expectation of Mexican food. The origin of this food is more from Central Mexico and is much more refined than the traditional Mexican Restuartant. I have taken family to this restaurant, used them for an in restaurant party of 100 and have used them to cater events and every time the food and service has been excellent. read more

Dined during restaurant week, dined the week after restaurant week, had equal amounts of fun/gained equal amount of weight. Servers are delightful and knowledgable-food was fantastic. After scanning through the reviews before going the first time, I'm glad I ignored the "too much cheese" and "limited menu" comments. A). I don't believe in "too much cheese" and B). I thought the menu was TOO diverse - and this is coming from a recovering vegetarian! I highly recommend the vegetarian quesadillas - I've never had them on blue corn tortilla before this, but the cheese was melted to perfection and the additional veggies made the whole combination simply delicious! Also, take note that their steak should probably make an appearance throughout the course of your meal so that you don't regret not ordering it later. read more

We went as a group of 10 for a friend's birthday. We sat in one of those private rooms, so it was nice, but we didn't really get to experience the atmosphere of the restaurant. The service was good, and their margarita martinis were also very good. I absolutely loved the table-side guacamole - I like how you can control the amount of spiciness as they're making it! it was my favorite thing that night - even though I like Chipotle's guac just as much... The food was different, and I'm more into traditional, cheap Mexican food (i.e. Nuevo Leon), so I wasn't too impressed. The entrees were expensive. Thai food is the same way for me - thai food and mexican food should be cheap!!! I've had brunch at the Division Street Adobo and that was friendly on the wallet, but I'll probably never be back for dinner. (They make guac for you during brunch too!) read more

I'm never disappointed at Adobo Grill. It isn't an inexpensive meal, but I don't have to worry about the quality of the food or whether or not I'm going to be disappointed. I can just sit back, relax, and enjoy my meal. Warning for Mexican food fans: This isn't cheap, hole-in-the-wall Mexican food. This is gourmet Mexican food. The margaritas are fantastic...they shake them at your table. The guacamole, made at your table, is delicious. Last time I was there, I had the ensalada de cosecha. The salad was very good...crisp and refreshing with lots of vegetables: zucchini, asparagus, chayote, and fresh goat cheese. So good! Every entree I've had has been very fine, but it's the dish my boyfriend orders that really amazes me. Each time we go he orders the filete charro--it's marinated beef tenderloin with a chile habanero-tomato salsa, and roasted potatoes...it's incredible. Worth every penny. read more

First: I usually HATE. guacamole. I know many people love it and it is all the rave when you go to a place that serves Mexican food. Maybe I just never had any--even the glorified Chipotle guacamole--that made my liver quiver. That's fine. I came here on on a Saturday night with my friend and she insisted that we order the guacamole. I said fine although I knew I wouldn't want to try it. Someone comes out and starts mixing it all up right in front of us! My interest has been piqued a little by now. Friend takes some. She looks like she is about to be a happy lady before she expires. So I spread some guac on a chip and I instantly know how she feels. The bowl is gone within 5 minutes. There was no need for my chicken enchiladas. Really, there wasn't. The excellent margarita? Yes, there WAS a need for that. read more

they have the best guac and homemade chips hands down. the am pastor tacos were sooooo delicious!! margaritas were great. overall experience was good and I'd go back again! read more

Adobo Grill - Mexican Near Me - Chicago, Illinois

It's dependable, fast, and there is something for everyone. It doesn't make much sense to eat here when there are so many non-chain options for Latin American food in the city, but if you happen to find yourself here, you may be pleasantly surprized. The service was excellent. Never in my life, at a restaurant of this price range, has the waiter offered to bring me a taste of a dish I was uncertain about ordering. So that was cool; and as so many people have mentioned, they customize your guacamole tableside. Great for picky eaters. I went because we were going to Second City and it was convenient. It's an obvious choice, but a wise one. read more

If Adobo were the sort of neighborhood spot that you could drop into and have a good meal with a minimum of hassle, then I would probably have rated it four stars. However, that's not Adobo. Adobo, for reasons that I don't fully understand, is a restaurant that is constantly busy and difficult to get into. We live four blocks from the Adobo on Wells, and it took us eight months to get to Adobo for the first time. I can't count the times that we tried to get a reservation (admittedly, late in the week) for a Friday or Saturday only to find that they were completely booked. All of that being said, our experience at Adobo was a good one. We had the freshly prepared guacamole, and it really is very good. Our entrees were very tasty as well. The entrees aren't "cheap", but they struck me as being a good value for the quality and the portion sizes. The margaritas are quite good, but they are a bit pricey. The one drawback to Adobo is the atmosphere. While the space has nice lighting and decor, a table on one of O'Hare's runways would probably have been less noisy. By the middle of the meal I resigned myself to simply staring at my wife - this was yet another time when I felt lucky that she is so beautiful - because carrying on a conversation was simply impossible. I really have no idea how people manage to have meaningful conversations in this restaurant. I would recommend Adobo, but be ready for a very loud evening. If you are looking for upscale Mexican, then you owe it to yourself to try Frontera Grill before you even consider Adobo. read more

First time here and I will definitely be back! The service was outstanding!! The gf and I got out of the comedy theater and adobo was right there so why not. The guacamole was addicting! I had the steak dinner that was great and the gf had the enchiladas which she enjoyed as well. Prices weren't bad either. The waiter brought out the b-day cheesecake that was complimentary and even sang a little bit. The bartenders were very helpful when trying to get the cake up stairs without the gf knowing what was goin on. He even came out from behind the bar and upstairs to make sure everything was good! The service alone will lead me back to adobos! Over all it was great! read more

I tried Adobo for the first time last Saturday. I had made reservations for 4 people at 8:30. When I got there at 8:30 the hostess apologized that they didn't have our table yet and asked us to wait. No problem. After about 20 minutes, I was getting antsy, especially since we kept seeing people come in after us being seated. Even large parties. So at 9, after waiting 30 minutes unacknowledged, I went to the hostess and asked if we were close and they said "oh, there is a table right there for 4 (point to a table right in between the bar and hostess stand), you can go sit there." I am not sure if I would have continue to wait whether they would have shown us to that table. At about 9:20, someone finally stopped to take our orders. At any rate, we were very excited to try the tableside guacamole, hearing about how awesome it is. It was good. Definitely the best thing we had. They were out of several items on the prix fixe menu (including the one thing I was really craving - churos.) The rest of the meal was unimpressive. We had a show to catch at Second City so when it was 10:30 and we didn't have our dessert yet and we were getting nervous. Meanwhile, a wet spot at the end of the bar resulted in 2 wait staff (a waiter and the hostess) literally running into one of the people at our table on two separate occasions. After the second person fell, they decided to wipe up the wet spot. At 10:40 when they brought our dessert we had to decline saying we needed to pay the bill and get to our show. They 1) blamed one of the people at our table for being a slow eater (that is absolutely unacceptable, btw, the customer is always right. especially when it was YOUR fault we didn't get seated on time, we didn't get waited on for quite a while and the entrees were slow), 2) they continued to charge us for the dessert we couldn't eat and 3) made no apology for the fact that the slow services was the result of our almost being late to the show. I REALLY want to like Adobo, and I might go back again, but it was disappointing. Having reservations at 8:30 should mean you are in the clear to having a full meal and being out in 2 hours. Also, I wrote to the management letting them know about our experience thinking I'd at least get a reply with maybe an apology. Their customer service at the restaurant is the same as it was at the corporate office - no response at all. read more

Decent, but not my first choice for Mexican. The big highlight has to be the guacamole & tequila flights, but its all downhill after that. That's not to say that the entrees and other dishes are necessarily bad, per se, but they are just kind of...unremarkable. And for being a bit pricey for Mexican cuisine, I expect more memorable food. And kudos for having a gluten-free menu. Though I'm not gluten-free, the Tamales de Barbacoa are pretty tasty. If you are up for an adventure, I recommend the tequila flights. Servers have always been helpful & knowledgeable in choosing one, which helps a girl who "grew up" drinking tequila from a plastic liter bottle (how did I not go blind from some of that rot-gut?) I hear the margs are also good, but I'm not a margarita person myself. Really, the biggest thing Adobo has going for it is location: if you can sit outside, people-watching along Wells is enjoyable. And it's a great location pre-Second City (though it gets ridiculously crowded on those nights, beware) or before you hit up the Old Town bars. read more

If you're looking for a dinner spot before a show at Second City, this is your spot. Or if you're in the area and craving some good guacamole and a margarita, this is your spot. The prices are a little high on the high side, but that's just what you get for a cutesy atmosphere in Old Town. My recommendations: get the guacamole and gorditas. The guacamole is made tableside, which is always a cool experience. It's also quite large and served with a side of chips. The gorditas are delicious fat little tortillas filled with pulled pork and other tasty things. I'm obsessed, they're fantastic. Plus, they're about half the price of the tacos and basically the same amount of food! The margaritas are tasty, but definitely on the weak side. I would have preferred a bit more oomph for the price. I've also had the lomito en ancho, marinated grilled pork tenderloin, but it was unmemorable. Good, but not great by any means. To sum up - The Adobo Grill isn't fine dining by any means, but it is really sold, tasty food with a great atmosphere. I know I'll be back many times. read more

I LOVE Adobo grill! Or I should say "!Me encanta Adobe Grill!" They are the real deal -- a truly authentic Mexican dining experience, from apps and entrees to the rolling guac cart and fabulous bar. Once you have fresh-lime Margaritas, you'll never drink store-bought mixes again. Their new location is smaller than the original, though the outdoor patio seems open year-round. It's super festive! And great North Ave people watching in warm weather. We tend to start with guac, chips and three salsas. Ceviche and tortilla soup are great starters. I love the carne asada, pork tenderloin en mole, chile rellenos and too many to tacos to mention. read more

3.75 stars from me I have eaten here 4 times and enjoyed the experience each time. Great guacamole, good drinks, and all of the main courses I have selected were very good. I will go back again. I have never hung out in the bar area, but when you walk in to get seated for dinner you have to slide through a mob scene of bar guests. Very cramped in some areas. read more

Adobo was probably one of the first Mexican restaurants I tried when I moved to Chicago. I was actually surprised how well the food stood up to my Texas roots. Pretty soon I'd come to realize Adobo was also intended for more of a yuppie, Old Town crowd, and that all over this city there were, contrary to popular belief, plenty of amazing Mexican eateries, and a majority of them were ethnic, cheap, and startlingly similar to places I'd experienced in Dallas and Austin. Chicago has some excellent Mexican food available, and this restaurant happens to be a great option for a casual upscale clientele, featuring mainly cuisine from the southernmost regions of Mexico. No Tex-Mex here, except perhaps the micheladas (essentially beer, bloody mary juice, and lime juice) on the drink menu (but I don't know really where that originated anyway). Their guacamole is pretty good, but I agree that it's overpriced. And also, I too make better guacamole (see profile pictures for documented evidence). That said, sometimes quality trumps quantity, and I do like how they make it the old fashioned way, fresh right in front of your table. I also feel like the food quality at Adobo is always consistently above-average. I've tried almost all the menu at this point and while the tacos might be more tasty and trendy at De Cero, and the torta may just be a dressed up sandwich you could buy at a regular Mexican dive for half the price, I can't argue that everything always seems to taste good. If you want to go light, try to get the Adobo Salad or a ceviche sampler. Also, the fries that come with tortas are just as good as the guacamole, but I didn't see them on a "sides" menu. I'm sure they'd be happy to whip you up a batch upon special request. Lastly, how could I forget to mention the tequila selection? I know there are other tequila bars in the city, and I've heard Zocalo is pretty awe-inspiring. All the same, any tequila-lover is going to have plenty of room to navigate with their extensive tequila list. There's also a special on three premium tequilas where you can buy a rack of 10 shots for reasonable prices. The lowest tier was in the $30 range and the highest was $54 I think. That's $5.40 a shot, which is still high, but when you're talking about a premium tequila that would be $8-10 a shot alone, you're getting a hell of a deal, and making nine easy friends all at once. read more

This place essentially sucks. The ONLY reason I'm giving it two stars instead of one is because the margaritas are yummy... and potent. ;) Service = bad. Food = unimaginative and below average. High traffic tourist location next to Second City = need I say more? read more

I was just here for a friend's birthday- and this place continues to impress. I've been here maybe twice before- long ago. And I never once had a bad experience. Of course, the standout of the night at Adobo is ALWAYS the guac! I love the lady that walks table to table mixing up delish guac right in front of your eyes. It's such a great touch! I don't know how she does it. When I try to replicate it at home, it's just not the same. Now the birthday girl eats gluten free and guess what? They have an extensive gluten free menu for just such an occasion. I myself ordered the chicken enchiladas which were the PERFECT size... especially after devouring 2 orders of guac! And don't forget the SANGRIA! OH, sangria... a few pitchers later the night took a dangerously fun turn ;) Our waiter was great- he even brought the birthday girl a complimentary dessert and made a fuss over her! The hilight of the trip, however, was (a few pitchers of sangira into my evening) during a trip to the ladies room. I managed to lead the entire bathroom in singing the entire Golden Girls theme song. People helping people- it's a beautiful thing. I guess our table wasn't the only one downing sangria by the pitcher. read more

With dozens of other reviewers, I'm not sure I can say much more than what has been said - the food is indeed quite good - I had the vegetarian plate which was a nice variety of stuff and more than enough to fill me up. It's a bit pricey, but only $3-$4 more per dish, and it's definitely a cut above typical tex-mex. If you just want some cheese laden enchiladas or a burrito, go someplace else. People are ravers over the guac - I actually thought it was just ok. The best guac I've had sits for a few hours "marinating" so the cilantro, lime, etc. can have its full effect. This just tasted like the singular ingredients depending on where you were dipping your chip in the bowl. Adobo Grill is also quite loud so romantic evening for two this is not. Fun environment otherwise though, filled with the usual Old Townies. You know the type. :) read more

WA WA WEE WA. So delicious, so fresh, so amazing. Mama dragged me out of bed on a Sunday morning to come here and thank God she did. Started out with FRESH FRESH FRESH guacamole. They roll out the cart with all of the ingredients, ask you how you want it prepared (mom requested it mild to medium) and then make it there right in front of you with a fresh avocado and all the fixins. Served with warm chips. Mom indulged in the Tamirand Chicken dish - served with what she described as "an amazing Mexican BBQ" sauce. Looked delicious, and the chicken was huge. She took home half of it after leaving stuffed! I wasn't super hungry so I was completely satiated (and then some) with my gordita appetizer. I'm not a fan of corn tortillas, but my gorditas were delicious nonetheless thanks to the meaty braised pork and savory sauce. Will absolutely be back, and will absolutely order a larger meal. However, I will be sure to request my mojito with rum because apparently, as my mom (surprisingly) discovered, they make theirs with tequila! Woops! read more

Strong margaritas, tasty mojitos, GREAT guacamole. I had the vegetarian plate, which was pretty good. I tasted my friends red snapper, and it was quite good. The service was good, the bathrooms were clean and unique, with spotlights shining down on you in each stall, and cute faucet handles. We had the mango dessert; I'm not a huge mango fan, and I must admit, I really liked it. The only downside is the parking and the pricy meals. read more

Food was ok, a little better than average. But man, was the service terrible. Went early Sunday night and have never had a more apathetic, insincere waiter. We ordered our appetizer as soon as we sat and it arrived halfway between our main course. The bus boy was more concerned about keeping us satisfied then our waiter. The place seemed understaffed and the food was honestly not that impressive. read more

Very underwhelming to say the least. I had a steak dish that was subpar with some guacamole on the side. The guac wasn't bad but the steak was tough and the spinach side was bland and watery. The bar tender was very nice and helpful and that earned them the second star. There are far too many great Mexican restaurants in the area to settle for something this average. read more

I went here last night for dinner for a mid-week girl's night. We all split the guacamole, which was quite tasty and made tableside. For dinner, I ordered the fish tacos. They were good, but the tortillas got a little soggy a few minutes in. I order fish tacos quite often, so I expected a little better. The ambiance and service was great, so I'd be back to try something else off the menu. read more

Update 9/19/2007 Although my experience was a nasty one, I must give the manager at Adobo credit. He called me over the weekend to see how I felt. In addition, he offered to give me credit for my entire $80 check?! Certainly, not something I would have expected!! Wow!! That's customer service!! Is it possible to remove stars from an establishment?! Like - 5?! After having a marvelous daiquiri and testing their to-die-for guacamole here, I decided to return for a meal. MAJOR mistake! The dishes I had/tasted were way off base! The crab empanada was awful. The worse combination of flavors imaginable. The duck tamale was little better...as a matter of fact, it was merely a huge hunk of cornmeal...there was so little cheese, duck meat and mole that I thought I was eating spoon bread! All these things I could forgive. Except, after eating these less than palatable dishes, I got sick, sick, sick. Sicker than I have ever been in my life! Major GI distress (if you know what I mean)! 48 hours later and I still feel as if an army is at war in my tummy....polite words cannot describe. To compound the issue, when I called the restaurant (at my doc's nurse's suggestion) to see if anyone else had reported food poisoning, the manager was downright condescending. He vehemently denied receiving any complaints and kept telling me that my symptoms were not food poisoning -- contrary to the doctor's diagnosis?! I never want to see another Adobo again!! read more

Not impressed. Drinks were expensive and miniscule. Food was nano size and just OK. The guac was very good, and but where was the salsa? The tab for 3 drinks and two entrees and guac....$ 80.00 ...yikes! read more

I went to Adobo Grill this past weekend on a date because a friend told me about the awesome, made-at-your-table guacamole. We showed up really hungry and without a reservation and the host told us there was a wait or we could sit in the bar area where they served the full menu, so we sat there. We ordered cocktails, which were delicious, and guacamole right away. Two seconds later out comes our guac...already made?!?!? Apparently in the bar seating, they don't make it at your table and charge the same price?? Boo, hiss! My enchiladas were decent and my date said his chicken dish, I can't remember which one, lacked flavor. The service was very fast, even to the point of being rushed. I know it was a Saturday night but when you shell out $70 including tip, you shouldn't be shooed out of your table after 45min. read more

This place definitely has a nice atmosphere and is much larger than it looks - our table for 12 was in some backroom somewhere upstairs. Service was also great and our waiter was very kind, even running after us with a camera that one of us had left behind just after we exited the restaurant. However, based on the food, it's not somewhere I'll be going back to anytime soon. For starters, I was truly expecting some stellar guacamole - and it was not. I will say that it was cool watching them make it right in front of us, but our bowl was bland and did not have that bite of lime everyone was raving about (although there were limes in it). I've definitely had better. The margaritas made it better, though, and I definitely recommend those! Our table shared some empanadas to start with, which were quite tasty and crunchy on the outside. We thought the entrees would be big so I split one with my boyfriend, and it turned out to be not enough. We picked the filete al pasilla (steak) based on the waiter's recommendation - it was good, but not amazing, and a bit pricey for the size of the portion. Presentation-wise, it was pretty much just a slab of meat and a few mushrooms smothered in sauce, but it was nice that they split it onto separate plates for us to share. Personally, I don't really eat Mexican food all that often, so I can't say much about how the food measures up to other places. It's worth a visit but don't expect too much from the guac! read more

I went to Adobo on Sunday for a friend's belated birthday brunch. I've heard good things about Adobo- especially for brunch, so we decided to check it out. I debated back and forth on giving 3 or 4 stars...I opted for 3 because I felt the food was a bit overpriced. I will say, though, that I just about ate my heart out..like that sick feeling of over-eating. We started with the guacamole. It was good, if not a tad too citrusy for my taste. My friend Zac makes a much better guac. Don't be fooled, though- I still definitely ate my share. I followed up the mass of chips with a cup of their tortilla soup. This was honestly a great cup of soup. For my entree I got the fish tacos. I'm biased- I prefer flour of corn when it comes to my tortillas...but they were good. To top the million calorie meal, the waiter was nice enough to bring a dessert for Zac's bday...the tres leches cake. It was really good...I was just so full it was hard to eat. Bottom line...this is not typical "Tex Mex" Mexican, so don't go here if that's what you're looking for. read more

I came here last night with friends and the food and service were excellent! We were seated right away (Fri night with no reservation) and I liked their complimentary coat check. I think the waiter was slightly annoyed that we only ordered appetizers but after we pounded a few drinks, I think he felt better. I had the tilapia ceviche, which was outstanding. I can't wait to come back and try their tableside-made guac. read more

Ever since I moved to Old Town I have been excited to try Adobo Grill. I had heard about the table side guacamole and had to step foot into that place! My boyfriend and I finally went there on a Friday night and we were surprised at how small the place was. We were taken to a corner table for two, but literally had a group of four next to us that I could hit with my elbow. They were having a very heated political discussion and we couldn't help but listen because we couldn't hear each other over them! As for the food, my entree was pretty good. However, I was not impressed by the guacamole. It was just okay...not worth going in for. read more

Won't be back. Sitting outside on the patio was the highlight. The margaritas were good, not great. It was fun that they put them in martini glasses. But I have had better drinks for sure (Zocalo). They pushed the guac hard and I get why b/c thats supposed to be the highlight. but we weren't feeling it. & by the way guac is like the most easy thing to make, prob why they totally upsell it. Our waiter was okay, seemed a little disappointed that we didn't order a lot and he was VERY slow with everything. But the most disappointing part of the dinner was that the waiter brought the wrong entree to my boyfriend. And he didn't know so he started eating it. And actually really liked it. 5 min later the waiter came back and was like i brought you the wrong meal and took it away, even tho my boyfriend said he liked it and would keep it. He literally took a 1/2 eaten meal away, like why?? i mean you better not be serving that to another customer! Then he didn't even offer a discount or free dessert or anything. it was really bad service-wise and that is why i won't be returning Adobo Grill. read more

Every time I come here the food is great! Even on a Saturday night, with the place PACKED, the service and the food was consistently good for our whole table. Adobo is not like all other Mexican restaurants; you won't find tacos or burritos, what you will find is interesting dishes with different twists and a lot of flavor. And of course, fantastic, fresh tasting margaritas. The chili rellenos is a Mexican classic, however, and it is great at Adobo. It is a tender green pepper, not tough or chewy, with really good cheese. I had it at Lalos and it was nowhere near as good as here. The vegetarian platter is also highly recommended. read more

Slow service. Bland, ordinary food & pretty pricey. Probably the only Mexican restaurant to not give you Chips & Salsa while you're waiting on cocktails and food. Avoid the nights when there is a show on at Second City as the service can be inconsistent. I think there are far better places to spend your money within the neighborhood. read more

I am a Chicago local and I've been to this place at least once a year for the past 8 or so years. Never once have I left disappointed. To the complainers about cost. Let's get a few things straight. How much is guac at whole foods in a cold plastic tub - yeah that's right about $5- easy. They make it table side here with fresh ingredients and it runs a few dollars more. Don't act surprised, when you go out to eat it costs a little bit more! Chips and salsa are free. You just have to ask. Life lessons here peeps. ...Next the appetizers are quite filling - almost a small meal size for lighter eaters! Margaritas do not cost $13 whoever said that. Let's learn how to read a menu? Tequila lovers, there is a huge list of 100% agave tequilas starting from around $7 and you can customize your own drink or take it neat!! Finally on cost, this is downtown Chicago. end of story. To the complainers about service. That's really too bad and I'm sorry to hear about it. The thing is that I just can't relate (I relate to the 4 and 5 star yelpers). My water glass was constantly refilled. Food was timely but not rushed. I got my leftovers wrapped up. no problems. This restaurant was packed - unlike many struggling restaurants. We know quality ingredients and the effort it takes to make a perfectly cooked pork tenderloin (which mine was) and juicy chicken breast (my husband's was). The Mexican food here is authentic and delicious! read more

The guacamole here is delicious!!! The food is a bit pricey but delicious tasting. Its a plus that it is located right next to the movie theater so that you dont need to rush your meal. We had an unfortunate experience sitting by the window breathing in second hand smoke. However, we complained to the manager who accomodated us by closing the window. read more

What can I say, tried this place after spending the past month gorging myself at great restaurants and this place felt decidedly average. I tried some of the salmon tacos, which were great, but couldn't compare to the mahi mahi ones at Mercadito. I ordered the Poc Chuc and flavor wise it was okay, but I think it could've benefited from a side of rice. The made to order guac was good, especially since you can specify spice levels. All in all, wouldn't come here again unless someone else really insisted on it. read more

Outside of the freshly made guacamole, and decent margaritas, this place isn't too great. We had a late reservation at 9 after going to MCA First Fridays, and although they agreed to seat us early without our entire party, the feeling I got was that the wait felt LONGER than we actually waited. Don't ever order a cerviche at a Mexican restaurant - save that for South American restaurants. The Oaxacan sauce on my pork was pretty gross. Real buzz kill. Mediocre food + not very cheap = poor formula. Sorry, old town. read more

Friend recommended this place for brunch. like the outside seatings... Mexican decor.. friendly bartender.. friendly service Food was good or it could just be i was hungry.. but it was great.. something you don't mind to eat when u r hungry but if you really have time to think.. there are probably better places Overall it's just A-OK read more

To be fair, I should preface this review by saying that I'm a little biased. This place is right in my neighborhood, so the location is super convenient. Plus, I LOVE LOVE LOVE good guacamole. Yes, I did say love three times - in all caps, no less. Anyway, the main reason I usually come here is for the guacamole. But I have also really liked the other dishes I have ordered here, too. The service is *usually* quite friendly but not always the quickest. True, the place is often packed to the gills on any given night. But it's also not good business to make patrons wait, especially when they make it pretty clear they are in a hurry to leave and need the bill before...next year. The decor and ambience is pretty decent as well. All in all, I'd say Adobo is a great place - if for nothing else, go for the guac! They make it to order right by your table and it has to be one of the best - if not the best - I've ever had so far. read more

Love Mexican food, Love Adobo. It's best to go here if you want to try some actual entrees/dishes, because you cannot get a la carte items such as one taco, or one tamale... I went on a beautiful day to sit outside and clearly enjoyed the guac and chips. For my meal I went a little on the lighter side and ordered the Chicken and Portabello Cazuela.. which is a sort of casserole that comes with melted cheese on top and is served with warm corn tortillas to make your own tacos. It was absolutely wonderful. My date ordered the Chorizo and green pepper Cazuela, which I tried, and it was delicious chorizo! So all in all, wonderful for a more upscale sort of Mexican joint, and in a neat little area. Enjoy! read more