So wife and I come here once in a while and reason why in a while. Service here is horrendous. We never learn our lesson. We got seated today on 3/20 about 1:30. In the bar area. Rarely did she come yo our table. We did the classic put our empty glasses by the edge. Tried to wave her down. Even asked young Caucasian kid, for more chips and tea, all he said is " I will tell your server. And in doing so he promptly walked over to 2 young females which he was more than happy to oblige them. I like the food not really love it. But sometimes you luck out and get taken care of. Is it really worth it though. For just beans. read more

The best Mexican food anywhere!!!! Start off with a trio of salsas and chili bean dip with fresh chips...We have had several entrees and they are all good. Chorizo fundito and shrimp Monterey are off the hook. Mango margi yum like a drink and desert in one, worth every penny! Service was excellent and friendly! read more

This Ariba location is not the best option for Mexican food but it's fairly cheap (~$11 dinner plates) and the servers are consistently friendly. I like that they are open late on Sundays and have decently fast service. read more

Really enjoy this place Logan and Hector are amazing bartenders and the other waiters and waitresses are always friendly. The food has always been really good I especially enjoy the steak Tampico and the tortilla soup. Plus the margaritas are always tasty to. read more

My fiance is orignally from New Mexico and ever since we've been together (5years) he always always talks about green chiles and how much he misses new mexico style cooking. Me being from California Ive only had mexican food that's been Cali-forni-a-ized, although a year ago my fiance started school in AZ and him and his mom (who also is from new mexico) found this place and fell in love with it. They told me about it and so on my next trip down to AZ I went and Aye Dios Mio its magnificante! I love! this food, and not only that but their margaritas! WHOA! After eatting a meal like they bring you its hard to finish it. They bring you chips and salasa and BEANS with Green Chilies in it omg the beans are soooo good you forget all about the salsa. The only 1 bad thing was when I went one time and they had $1 margaritas during happy hour they tasted as if they were virgin margaritas, I know sometimes I dont look myy age so I asked the waiter if it was a virgin and he said no, and I said to just take it back and get me a big one then cause the 2 ppl I was with as well as myself didnt taste a drop of alcohol in that thing, But with that being said I still gave 5 stars cause Ill go back anytime!!! read more

Excellent food and service!! The staff are really friendly and professional. Anything you order is going to be good! Their White Sands chimichanga is awesome!!!! read more

The Place Was Really Yummy! Me & My Wife Split The Cheese Crisp & It Was Good! Salsa Had Good Flavor Too! They Didn't Offer Us Queso & Didn't See It On The Menu So That's Why It's 4 Stars. read more

My wife and I have been stopping by Arriba's since 2000. It was always a fun experience. The staff was friendly, bar area upbeat, enthusiastic and attentive bartenders and decent food. It's been a year since we visited (we live in California) and this year we had a horrible experience. We sat at the bar and the bartender was terrible. He wasn't behind the bar or in the dining area he was responsible for, except sporadically. He had little interest in his customers, except for a table of probable regulars. We ordered a Cheese Crisp which has been a favorite of ours. When he brought it to us it was cold (cool at best). In years past it was hot, with cheese pulling as you took a slice. And the overall flavor was poor. We decided that this was most likely our last visit. read more

Ok food. Good salsa. Really bad service. First time in years I ask for salsa and no result. Had to put the dumb mask on and stand up to get someone's attention and finally get salsa. I recommend going somewhere that's interested in your needs read more

BEST CHIPS AND SALSA/BEAN DIP IN TOWN! Among the great food the service is good too! Always getting refills on drinks and chips. We come here regularly! Great spot! read more

Great food. Fantastic Service. Try their been dip. You have never had better. The Pollo Fundido is to die for! We love this place and will be back. read more

I waited to leave a review until we gave the place 4 chances to redeem themselves. Our first attempt we specifically instructed hostess that we were happy to wait but we did not want to sit in the middle of the room... this extended our wait by 45 minutes and then we were still set towards the middle of the place.... unhappy. The atmosphere is so loud you can't hear or enjoy conversation with people in your party. So again yesterday at 4:30 we are placed next to the BATHROOM, with terrible odors escaping and the fish bowl effect as every patron using the bathroom passes our table. Food was not good, carnitas were dry. We have been happy with the food in the past but the service and dining experience is subpar every time. It's really a shame. read more

Last Friday, September 10th we had a terrible meal. The meal was so salty I could not eat it. The service was equally terrible. I waited a long time for my beer to arrive and the waiter finally delivered it--it was the wrong beer! My wife experienced the same awful meal. It will be a long time before I visit this restaurant. read more

I had lunch here earlier today and was not impressed. I was shocked to read reviews for the other locations in the Phoenix area but maybe the Glendale location just isn't up to par. It is not bad in any way, but it is also not special either. I did enjoy the three dips (chunky salsa-mild, chili salsa-hot and beans) and chips. I also liked that the menu had a picture of each item so there wasn't going to be a surprise in that arena of the situation. I ended up ordering an enchilada and two flautas. They were average- nothing to write home about or to be angry about. Just, eh, there. Our waiter was attentive and brought us what we needed. The decor is festive and bright. Arriba seems to have some of the right things going for it, so I might have to return again to give it another chance. read more

Not sure why this place isn't rated higher. I've been to eat here with my family a few times, and it is now one of our favorite places. Each time we've been there, the service has been great, the place pretty clean, and all of the dishes ordered have been either good or really great. Atmosphere is super casual and noisy but not too loud. We like to go on Sundays when kids eat free and breakfast is available (only served on weekends). Warm tortilla chips come out with your drinks along with tomato salsa and a yummy spicy bean dip. So good. Last visit was during lunch happy hour on a Tuesday. I got a burrito plate with half chile colorado and half chile verde. One of the best burritos I've ever had! The lunch special was 99 cent ground beef tacos. My husband ordered 5 tacos because they were so cheap and thinking they'd be small, so-so tacos and not anything special. Then they arrived and were so fresh and delicious, not to mention much bigger than he expected! Warm crispy corn tortilla shells were filled with yummy seasoned ground beef and served with shredded cheese, lettuce, tomato, and the optional sour cream and guacamole. Just simple ingredients that were fresh and SO GOOD when put together. I got a taste and marveled over how tasty they were. I'll be back soon on another Tuesday just to get that lunch special! Then we'll be back on another Sunday for some breakfast too! Note: If you're sensitive to spicy food, be sure to mind the spice meter on the menu, or ask the server if the dish is mild. read more

Though the service was pretty good, the food was just alright. The place is pretty dark inside and our table didn't have a light over or near it so we were unable to really see what we were eating. Nothing stood out as being particularly delicious - though I will say the Pozole was pretty good. They're "hatch" style is not as hot as I expected (unless of course you eat the chilis themselves!). Overall just a-ok... read more

The food here is mediocre at best. The frozen margaritas on happy hour won't even give you a slight buzz. I had the avocado chicken soup with sour cream. Sour cream was lumpy and smelled bad. Chicken tasted undercooked. The dos Equis was the best part about this place.. Oh and the waiter was super friendly and attentive. If I had to rate him alone I would give him 5 stars. 2 stars for the food and margaritas. 5 stars for the cold beer and waiter! Makes it a 3 star.. read more

Arriba Mexican Grill - Looks good but won't even give you a slight buzz - Mexican Near Me - Glendale, Arizona

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Bland, Bland, Bland! I went in by myself and sat at the bar. I ordered a plate. I asked for hot sauce and they brought me diced tomatoes. The food had zero flavor......i mean none!!!! Amazed they stay open. read more

first of all, they made my order wrong and did not give me black beans as specified and second of all, this place looks nasty, they might do stuff to your food, just saying. read more

We have been to Arriba's several times now and yesterday for brunch was really good. The food is fantastic, waiter friendly. What made the experience so awesome was even though they forgot the appetizer that my son had ordered but apologized and came out with it pretty fast! We had two different waiters and the second was really up on things. They constantly asked " do you need anything"? Love the fundido sauce and walking out the door they all said "thanks for coming, have a good day". read more

My favorite place in the valley for mexican food. The bean dip and spicy salsa is mouth watering before you even open the menu. Pollo Con Queso is my favorite but everything I order is deliciois! The hatch chili pizza is an awesome appetizer to share with friends and has an awesome spicy kick. House margaritas are 1.99 at happy hour. Great atmosphere. I bring all my family and friends here when they visit from out of town. I guiltily go to this place at least once a week for happy hour or for dinner. Never disappointed! read more

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Decided to try something new, found this place. Menu seemed good online. Got seated, menu was falling apart. Server, Gerardo seemed lost. Asked for guacamole dip, had to ask twice, after receiving it wish I would have not asked a second time. Food was almost delivered to wrong table. Asked for corn tortillas and received flour. No refill offered on our drinks. Asked for more salsa when food arrived, no salsa came. Only reason two stars given is food was ok. Probably not going to be back here anytime soon read more

We sat down & there was ants all over the table. I said I am not sitting here they moved us across from that table we should of left right then. We asked three times for lemons in my Diet Coke finally the manager brought a new drink. Waiter apologized he was pretty busy but the food was blah Pollo Con Queso was dry no taste. They need to wash the walls pretty dirty & the booths need to be redone. Sorry very unhappy customer read more

This is by far my favorite Mexican food place in phx, I always overeat and have plenty of leftovers the next day. I highly recommend the hatch chile cheese crisp for spicy addicts who like to cry while eating. Great priced margaritas always also. Nom nom nom.. read more

Arriba Mexican Grill - Delicious leftovers - Mexican Near Me - Glendale, Arizona

Seats are horrible. It's time to update this place. Booths have lumpy seats and tables rock back and forth.. oh, and the bean dip is not up to par. Hope dinner is good. read more

My cousin and I go here whenever she's in town. I like this place a lot and for their price their portions are enormous. I've often heard other say they have long wait times of 30 mins or so, but my cousin and I have tended to be pretty lucky in the sense that we're always seated the moment we walk in. I don't recall ever waiting once. Then again it's always the two of us, I'm sure if we had a big party it would be a longer wait. And we're also always willing to sit next to the bar or at the bar if it means getting seated faster. Sitting at the bar and eating my food isn't going to kill me, it's not the end of the world. You can still see the person next to you and hear them talk. I'd suggesting calling by phone and making reservations before leaving your house to drive there. If the average wait time I see for larger parties is 30 minutes and it takes you 30 minutes to get there, then it should work out just perfectly. I see a lot of negative reviews on here, which it's been 4 months since I've been here but I'm surprised if it went down hill that quickly. For now I'll still say I'll go back when my cousin is in town next month. Perhaps I'll update my rating then. read more

We visited on Sunday afternoon Joaquin is an awesome bartender! He does make a mean margarita. The reason for only 4 stars was due to a server nmed Lizzette. This employee has a potty mouth and was using the "F" word because she did not pay attention to what was no longer available. There were tables with families and and children close by. I never once saw Lizzette wash her hands or wear gloves but she uses her hands ( there were tongs available) to pick up the fruit for the drinks. This is so disgusting considering this restaurant has the servers handling money. We will defiantly be back to sit at the bar where Joaquin uses tongs and practices good hygiene. This is just proper general health practices. read more

Tried to Oder a to go over the phone and was put on hold 3 times and called back several times but was ignored. All the lights were off making the building look very unwelcoming and it was not close to their closing time. Gave a lot of excuses of why the lights were off and had no time to answer the phones Because they were cleaning. \._./ read more

So disappointed today as only 1 star for the forever yummy bean dip. Our waiter I think only came by to drop the drinks, food and refill the drinks once. No extra chips, if we had wanted them, no asking if the food was good or how the meal was or if we wanted dessert. Fyi only beans & rice were gone on my plate so maybe asking how it was he was scared. Mom's carnitas were nothing but a drop on top of a ton of cabbage which has never happened before however the manager did make it right, off the bill. My guess we won't be back again. So sad as this use 2 be a fav. read more

Our server Lissette was the best server we've ever had, very kind and we loved the service she provided to us! Best we've ever had here, the food was also amazing read more

Deeeeelicious Nacho's. One plate can easily feed a party of 6 or more. Huuuge servings and there Margarita's have just the right kick... Excellent servers, very friendly with just the right amount of attention needed for a wonderful comfortable experience. we will return.. read more

Arriba Mexican Grill - Yuuuumers - Mexican Near Me - Glendale, Arizona

We came for a birthday, the food was nasty, and our service was horrible. They didn't offer the give desert for the birthday. Took while and while to get drinks, napkins, chips, and the food. The guy was not the ideal server for a birthday dinner. read more

Nice pleasant atmosphere Raul was our server/waiter very professional and kind I love how our drinks salsa and chips were always filled before they were gone. I ordered taco carne Asada my husband ordered supreme chicken Nachos they were both very delicious and albondigas soup very good size portions nice and hot and tasted amazing. My husband was very impressed with the service but his second favorite was chips and salsa we will be coming back!! Thank You Raul read more

Food was terrible and so was the service. The manager came around and asked how everything was and I expressed my disappointment, she said oh ok and walked off. Go somewhere else! read more

Service is hit or miss. Mini chicken chimis during happy hour are on point both for taste and price. Margarita was too sweet for my liking but to each their own. Other dishes we have tried have been pretty good. Dessert chimis are delicious. read more

Logan is our favorite bar tender, he makes the best shirley temples if you know what i mean ;) the food is hot and spicy and is my favorite mexican food restaurant when i visit in arizona ! read more

I went here to check it out and have the microbrewed beer, and I'm just glad my stomach still works. They have to have the worst beer I have ever had in my life, and I have had over 190 different bottles of beer. I had the pilsner, and I knew from the start that it was going to be terrible. It came as a cloudy medium dark gold color. Pilsners are supposed to be light gold, clear, and crisp. This was the exact opposite, and I thought of it as a confused hefeweizen. After I mangaged to choke that down, I tried the amber ale. The color was pretty good, so I was hoping this would be better. NEGATIVE. It had no aroma, and when I went to taste it, it tasted just like the pilsner. I had my girlfriend try both the beers too, she also agreed with me. Bottom line, don't ever try the beer there. read more

My in laws, from New Mexico, love this place. Seeing how it is focused on "New Mexican" cuisine, I think that alone says alot. Quite frankly, I liked the food better than most "Mexican" or local restaurants here in Las Cruces - which says something as well. I had the Rio Grande Enchiladas with carne adobada - smothered in queso fundido - it was awesome! No one at the table had a complaint, we had nothing but compliments for the food. Also, interesting and encouraging side note - the waitress said when she was hired, part of the training was to have the wait staff try ALL dishes on the menu. Seems like common sense, but not having worked in the industry (unless you count Taco Bell and a sub shop in high school) it seems that many wait staff in many restaurants display an ignorance of the menu that really leaves the customer scratching their head. read more

I am sorry to have given this place two stars only but honestly it's a classic example of how I was expecting something and got much less. My mother and I went there for dinner and we had a great waitress and all of the waitresses are kind. However, there is this one white man who is tall and quite ugly, he is very rude. Made a very sexist comment to me out of the blue, I believe it's an inferiority issue of his. Anyway, happy I tried it but I will never be coming back again. read more

Tried the Pollo Con Queso Chimichangas yesterday for Cinco De Mayo. Incredibly good and also had one of the special margaritas. Service was great, food was impressive, and atmosphere was nice. We will definitely be back! read more