Service: 10/10 Guac : 10/10 Salsa : 4/10 Cheese dip: 9/10 Food: 7/10 Ambience: 10/10 Bathrooms: 10/10 Staff 11/10!!! They're fantastic. The Guac cart tip is separate so bring cash or ask your server to split it with the Guac cart! We will absolutely be back!!! read more

Aqua Tequila Mexican Restaurant - Beautiful decor - Mexican Near Me - Parrish, Florida

Ate there with a few friends, Food was okay, nothing special, Chilis is better. Expensive, too. Buss boy brought us chips and waited another 10 minutes for the water to arrive. They give you one tiny napkin to use, cheap and 'cold' non welcoming. Service is inattentive and unwelcoming. One and Done! read more

Awful service! Mediocre food. Decent ambiance. Went for wife's bday lunch. Chios and salsa dropped... no intro... Table next is seated... We watch them get water then drinks... hen order place... meanwhile. No one has even come up to say hi... after another 5 mins I stop someone and tell them to send over the manager. I quickly explain our frustration and ask him to just send someone over asap. You would assume after this, we would expect all hands on deck kind of service... NOPE! I finished my glass of water and never received another. Stopped the wrong person I guess and never got another glass of water. Guess I was only allowed one. I finally got up to ask for the check and to remind the same young manager ( glad to see they finally promoted the bus boy) no idea what he was doing... so I remind him how awful their service was and infront of the server. You'd think a good manager would have helped make up for a shitty experience.. Nope! We had a gift bag out bc it was my wife's bday, server and manager very observant to notice .... Did and said nothing. No tip.! Don't care what anyone says, tips are for servers who earn it. We packed our own plates up, paid and walked out. Don't ever go to this place !!! read more

I was excited to finally try this long awaited restaurant and it didn't disappoint. The decor is colorful and cute, makes you feel like you are on vacation. The server was very friendly and helpful. We received chips and salsa immediately after sitting down. The rest of the food came out fast and the portions were generous. Make sure to come hungry! You could tell that the kitchen uses fresh ingredients. I had a veggie quesadilla and could tell everything was freshly prepared. No sad lettuce for sure! I really appreciate the large selection of mocktails. It's not very common for restaurants to have such a great variety of nonalcoholic drinks. read more

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Like most new places in the area, this place has been filled up and hard to get into... here's a tip go for a late lunch. I've been able to go up and get bar seating twice and there was table available both times. The bar area is decorated beautifully with a tree in the center and lights all around it. The bartenders and weight staff are there quickly deliver complementary chips and salsa and the salsa is excellent must be homemade and you can taste the fresh cilantro. The lunch menu is good until 3 o'clock and has many specials for around $10. The food is fresh tasting flavorful and delivered quickly. This place is a true gem of a restaurant and all the bartenders seem like they have a great personality. I'll definitely be back probably quite often. I had the shredded beef burrito, lunch special, which comes with rice and beans. Absolutely delicious. read more

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Tried this new place for the first time. The restaurant was very busy, even at 3:30 on a weekday. We waited only about 5 min fir a seat. The place has been decorated beautifully and it has a nice feel. The menu is pretty diverse with a lot to offer... including a happy hour. I had the street tacos and mixed and matched ( Carne/carnitas/ Chorizo) they were very good with the onions and cilantro. I wasn't a big fan of the chips/ salsa... the salsa was very bland almost like a tomato soup ( others I was with thought it was fine) All and all, a very good experience... very good service. We'll be back read more

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So happy this place opened!! On our weekly date night rotation list. Service is so friendly and quick, the decor and setup of the restaurants is beautiful and vibrant! Most of all, the drinks are well-priced and the food is delicious no matter what we got! Great addition to the area. read more

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You like good Mexican cuisine; this might be your place. They open at noon on Sunday, and at least 30 people are in line to get in beforehand. Maybe the happy hour margaritas, beer selection, or good food are the draw. The interior and outdoor seating is done very well and high end as is the main bar that's as filled when we left. The menu is so large that you could bring 50 friends (if you have that many) and each order something different, and you might have covered a little more than half of what they have. Their house margarita ($5.00) is done well, and their special house cheese sauce is also good. The lunch special taco salad is a winner, and the seafood fajita is absolutely outstanding. There's more than enough to bring home as well. My only complaint is that the music is so damn loud you can't hear yourself think, and no, they won't turn it down when asked. read more

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Great newer Mexican food restaurant. Even at 2 it was very busy. Close parking is hard to find but plenty of parking a couple blocks away. Everything looked fresh and appealing. Chips and salsa was very good with excellent house guacamole. read more

Aqua Tequila Mexican Restaurant - 5 dollar house margaritas. - Mexican Near Me - Parrish, Florida

This is a great new place in Parrish! The atmosphere is very fun and the light fixtures are vibrant and add to the vibe. The menu is large and there is something for everyone!! I am a vegetarian, so I was happy to see a big vegetarian selection! The beans and rice are all vegetarian, also! That is a big deal !! I ordered the spinach enchiladas and my husband had a burrito! Both were excellent. The chips and salsa are complimentary and the salsa comes in a little carafe which is great for refills! I ordered a berry mojito and it was hands down the best one I've ever had! Great addition to our little town! Give it a try! read more

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We went to this location this past Sunday at 4pm thinking we might beet the crowd, but we were mistaken they were very busy. We waited 35 minutes to be seated but by the time I was finished with my meal I realized it was worth the wait. The server was helpful and friendly. The ambiance was what one would look for in a Mexican restaurant. We ordered the rice and beans, cheesy rice, beef burrito, hard shell tacos, chicken enchilada, chile relano, and churros for dessert. The beef burrito and taco were really good the beef was tender and seasoned just rite, the chicken enchilada was ok slightly dry, the chile relano was good, the refried beans in my opinion were awesome (smooth & creamy), the cheesy rice was really good and something to remember, the churros were pretty decent with no complaints. The prices might be a tad higher than some of the other Mexican restaurants but in my opinion it's worth it. I'm looking forward to a return visit. Food 9.0 Ambiance 8.0 Service 8.5 read more

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Enjoyed dinner last night at this new & popular place. It features outdoor dining & a bar that is partially outside. I dined in one of the booths as it was stormy out. The chips & salsa were immediately placed on the table. Salsa has 0 spice or flavor - a disappointment. They offer HH drinks at the table - that's a plus! I had 2 street tacos - 1 carnitas - very good & 1 steak taco that was dried out. Extra onions & cilantro are $0.99. My 2 friends each got a chicken taco salad which looked good. They enjoyed their margaritas. Margaritas are not made with sour mix but instead they use Sprite. As I dislike soda, I had straight tequila instead. Our waitress from NJ was great & the atmosphere is beautiful & festive. This place by no means is authentic but has a fun vibe & I would go back again to try other things. read more

Aqua Tequila Mexican Restaurant - 1800 Tequila - $10 - Mexican Near Me - Parrish, Florida

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Delish!!! The food is sooo good. They are always so busy unfortunately. Happy hour margs are amazing read more

I stopped by this vibrant spot and was immediately energized by the bustling atmosphere. The chicken fajitas I ordered for lunch were incredibly flavorful, and I appreciated the creative addition of tomatoes, which added a burst of freshness. The staff was friendly, efficient, and got my order spot on. Everything was served hot and fresh, and the restaurant was impeccably clean, including the restrooms. While the two doors in close proximity may present a challenge during hot weather, I'm excited to see how this dynamic team will continue to thrive and make adjustments to provide an exceptional dining experience. With its lively energy and commitment to quality, this newly opened restaurant is definitely one to try. Expect to wait a bit as they are a New Mexican restaurant that is very good so they are slammed regularly. I have to say considering how it is, they do a great job. read more

Aqua Tequila Mexican Restaurant - Mexican Near Me - Parrish, Florida

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We have not had a bad experience here! Our food has always come fast and hot. The margaritas are huge. The birria tacos are the bomb!! This has been a great addition to this area!!! read more

Aqua has a beautiful vibe . unfortunately it's far from . We all know parking is horrible not there fault. Waited. 25 min on a Saturday for a seat .Thats not bad . Waited 1 hour and 6 minutes for the food. That's unfortunate then they bring the wrong food order over there was only my kid and my wife to miss up . Then 5 min later food arrived. You could tell the food was seating . My chimichanga was not fried was soggy wet I took 1 bite. rice was bland refried beans good . Fajita taco salad looks great not bad chicken not much flavor. Server was honest and understanding. Justin. Manager wanted to give me excuses for why my food was so soggy.. people are eating here because it's the only one to be authentic restaurant in the area. I would rather drive down the road. 2.1. Food sucked I'm sorry read more

Aqua Tequila Mexican Restaurant - Mexican Near Me - Parrish, Florida

This was out first time to visit and we chose lunch time! The area has built up quickly and parking is at a premium it once we found a spot we went in and didn't have a wait since we chose to eat outside. Our server was attentive and took our drink orders. They brought chips and salsa over for the table. They have a great lunch menu and the prices are reasonable. I got the taco salad with ground beef and it was delicious! My one friend got a burrito with rice and beans. You are charged $2 if you want queso on your burrito. A small side of queso for your chips is $5. They watched and had our refills on the table when we finished the current one. They pay the bill at the table which I prefer due to security for my card. The interior design is amazing and vibrant! They are definitely off to a good start! read more

Aqua Tequila Mexican Restaurant - Taco salad - Mexican Near Me - Parrish, Florida

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Went for an early lunch. Fajitas were fantastic. Service was excellent, and specialized order was exactly as requested. Will definitely return read more

Wait wasn't bad for a newer place to the area. Was told an hour wait but was seated much sooner. Has some minor growing pains but the only thing wrong with our experience was we got the wrong drinks at first. After that, everything was proper on the refills. Food was delicious and service was good. Will definitely be a great addition to the area and I'm sure they will do great as they get accustomed to their processes. read more

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Went today, my 3rd time. Single middle aged. Sat at the outdoor bar. Ordered a Single well vodka with soda water and 2 lines. Happy hour. $5.00. I ordered a lunch burrito for $$9.99. I also ordered a to go lunch for hubby. $9.99 MY BILL CAME TO $87.69​ read more

Aqua Tequila Mexican Restaurant - Mexican Near Me - Parrish, Florida

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Food -huge portions Service -Fast and with a Smile Ambiance- true Mexican flare Loved this new addition to Ellenton! read more

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We tried to go on Friday night; was told wait was an hour and a half. Went instead on Saturday afternoon about 2:00; place was full and was told about 25 minutes. We accepted a table outside full sun because it was " first available " and it was quite windy, which kept us from roasting. Got chips and salsa immediately. Both kinda of bland honestly. Our servant was Morgan, and we'd definitely request her again. She made ordering easy and fun, and her recommendation for how I like my margarita was spot on. I ordered a burrito-small with no sides--and I was able to eat half. Hubby got a meal of 4 enchiladas with sides of rice and beans. He was able to easy maybe half and got uncomfortably full. Bonus for me- I didn't have to make dinner that night! The place itself is quite pretty, but small. Eating outside was perfect for us as inside and especially the bar was very loud. I don't understand why a restaurant that is that busy will not accept reservations. Crazy to think people would wait 90 minutes for a table, but apparently enough do. ‍ read more

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We just tried this new Mexican restaurant in the area for lunch and were highly impressed! From the moment we walked in, the atmosphere was great -- the music and overall environment made it such an enjoyable experience. We started with the homemade guacamole and it was absolutely delicious. Definitely a 10/10. The chips were also incredible -- super fresh, not oily, not stale, just perfect. Another 10/10. Their salsa was also so flavorful and paired perfectly with everything. For my meal, I ordered the steak with shrimp, and it was amazing. Everything was very well seasoned and cooked perfectly. The rice was also really delicious and complemented the dish so well. My husband ordered the lunch special taco salad, and he really enjoyed it too. On top of the great food, the prices were very reasonable, which made the experience even better. Overall, we were so impressed with the quality of the food, the flavors, and the atmosphere. We'll definitely be coming back! read more

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I had the chili relleno and it was the best I ever had, it was lightly fried, stuffed full of mozzarella cheese and covered in light verde sauce. The tableside quacomole was so fresh full of tomato's, onion, light jalepenos, lime and cilantro. Fresh chips and all so so good. Service was very friendly and attentive. The restaurant was decorated super cool with blow glass chandeliers and festive colors! Can't wait to go again! Aaa+++ read more

As far as Mexican restaurants this is by far the worst I've ever eaten. Even the beans were horrible. Maybe it was a bad day for the restaurant. But definitely not going back. Service was decent though. read more

Great food, great service, I've been there three times but the margaritas aren't good. They have way too much sweet and sour and/or flavorings. I had a pork quesadilla that had pineapple in it...10/10...enough to feed four people. Even the beans and rice are tasty. Overall, will be back. read more

The restaurant itself is vibrant and appealing. We were promptly greeted by a pleasant waitress. She had some trouble with available drink specials but otherwise provided good service. Parking is a significant problem due to the presence of Crunch Fitness. At 4 pm I had to park a decent distance away at Marshalls. I found the food to be average and somewhat over priced in comparison to nearby options. read more

Everything was to my liking. For me, a good, hot salsa is critical and I got my choice of 3 different flavors. I likes the tomatillo the best. They gave us plenty of Tortilla chips and more for the asking. Also they have a nice habinero salsa in a bottle, both red & green which I like to sprinkle on my food. We will be coming back but the parking situation is hard to tolerate. read more

Food, food, food! Service is fantastic, food however, sucks! Roughly 8-12 visits. No taste! Get more taste from a packet. It's a shame as not exactly the greatest of pickings in this here plaza. read more

We grabbed a seat at the bar because the wait was an hour. We started with a house margarita and passion fruit margarita. The passion fruit was overly sweet and had very little alcohol it seemed. We received chips and salsa. The salsa was watery with very little flavor. My husband ordered shrimp chimichangas and he was happy with his. I went for à la carte and ordered a small cheese dip which was pretty good but could have used a little jalapeno, pulled pork street taco, and a ground beef tostada. The taco was ok but the tostada was awful. The meat was very strange. I only ate a bite and half. Service was good and friendly but the food was lacking. I don't plan to return. read more

We enjoy the Tequila Chain. Tried this one recently. We felt rushed and music was super loud. We'll probably do the drive to other locations south of us. read more

Had a great experience at Aqua Tequila Mexican Restaurant! I ordered the Mexican street tacos with carnitas and, while I'm not an expert on what authentic street tacos should be, they tasted amazing to me. The drinks were also a highlight, the Mango Chile mojito is a must try if you like a little spice and the Corona-Rita was really good too. We even ended up buying the cute cup that comes with the Paloma drink (no regrets). Our server was honestly the star of the experience. I wish I remembered his name, but he did an amazing job! Super attentive and definitely great at upselling (and I mean that in the best way). The vibe was perfect, the beautiful atmosphere and not too crowded. We went during lunch on a Monday, so that probably helped, but it made for a really relaxed and enjoyable visit. Would definitely come back! read more

Food and service is great! Great meal selections, generous portions. Need to work on outside bar letting flys inside the restaurant, otherwise can't go wrong. read more

Everything was amazing just a tad bit under seasoned but wow this place is great the decor was impeccable very close attention to detail....tvs were everywhere wheelchair accessible...no stairs to climb and the food was just a tad bit under seasoned ( but i didn't need it anyway) the server was prompt and our food was hot...Great new place...I enjoyed it. read more

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TJ our waiter was awesome. Greeted so friendly, infectious smile and charm personified! Busy, busy place so patience is needed. My chicken tacos needed a little help...wish they had been heated up so cheese could melt! Refrigerated cheese on hot chicken not a good thing! The salsa was better than the enchilada sauce which was confusing as it tasted like marinara not enchilada sauce. The wait staff is very friendly but rushed due to the high traffic even though it was hours past lunch! Easy to find. Parking a big probldm. Not enough handicapped spots!!!! read more

We arrived to a 30 minute wait tonight so decided to finally get in and give it a try. The service was decent after waiting about 7-10 min for the waiter. It was the end of the night so I am not dinging that. We started with some table-side guac, it was full of vegetables but we asked for spicey and it was not. The salsa is very tomato forward and could use a refresh with some onion, garlic, jalapeño, cilantro; there was no flavor. Even the table next to us commented on if it was just an opened can of tomato sauce. Chips and salsa is the thing to master for a Mexican restaurant! We tried fajita nachos, tacos and enchiladas at our table and we thought most everything was ok but also very bland. The steak street tacos were our best order. For ambiance, it is loud in the middle of the restaurant, I'd recommend the patio. We think they forgot to build in some acoustics. Having been to a lot of the Bradenton area Mexican restaurants - this one is going to need to step it up quite a bit! I'll keep an eye on the reviews and give it some time before giving it another try. read more

Nice ambiance, place definitely packed. Music was insanely loud. Food was just mid to me and very overpriced. Chips and salsa tasted like ketchup and were on the stale side. After the newness wears off, I can totally see this place struggle. The food quality doesn't even come close to matching the price. Drinks are on the expensive side too, and also not impressive. Nothing really makes it stand out, when the price they are probably paying for rent really makes it need to. read more

Nice atmosphere, fresh and flavorful salsa, and thick, tasty chips. The food was good overall with generous portions and solid flavors. Service was friendly too. However, the prices are definitely on the higher end. For the quality and experience, it felt a bit steep, so I'm not sure this will become a regular spot in our rotation despite the good food. Worth a try for a nicer night out, but better value options exist for everyday cravings. read more

If you haven't been to Aqua Tequila in Parrish yet, you are seriously missing out. From the moment we walked in, the vibe was exactly what you want in a night out -- energetic but not chaotic, stylish without feeling pretentious, and warm in a way that makes you want to settle in and stay awhile. The atmosphere alone sets the tone for a great evening. The food? Incredible. Every dish that hit the table was vibrant, fresh, and clearly made with intention. Bold flavors, perfectly balanced seasoning, and beautiful presentation. You can tell the kitchen cares about what they're putting out. It's the kind of meal where everyone at the table keeps saying, "You have to try this." But the highlight of the night was Morgan, our server. Attentive without hovering, knowledgeable about the menu, and genuinely engaging. Morgan elevated the entire experience -- thoughtful recommendations, perfect timing, and the kind of personality that makes you feel like a VIP instead of just another table. Exceptional service is rare; this was next-level. Aqua Tequila delivered on every front: food, service, and atmosphere. We'll absolutely be back -- and we'll be asking for Morgan. Parrish just leveled up. read more

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Fun atmosphere, lively and colorful decor for am Ellenton mall, but the food is only OK. The vibe is great but the authenticity is only skin deep. read more