I'm not a huge drinker but they seem to have a pretty decent bar. The food is what you'd expect the food to be when you're paying $6.50 for a taco salad. The staff is fast and friendly. The decor is pretty typical. To be honest. It's the best I've found so far. And I've eaten here at least 8 times.... I know this because I had a card they'd punch every time I ordered. Once I had 7 punches, I got my 8th meal free (up to $6)!!!! My last taco salad only cost me $1.25!! And I'll probably fill up another card (or 5)!!! Here's the thing...it's not perfection. We're not in Mexico. But I love the guy who hands me my "taco salad to go". He loves me because my name is Emily and his son's name is Emilio. We have a laugh over it and he calls me "Mija" every time...which I love. And that's good enough for me. =) read more

This is a great place. The prices are comparable to similar restaurants, but the food is by far the best. I have to admit that I've tried a lot of the items on the menu, but the Burrito Michoacán is so unbelievably good that I almost never order anything else. The facility has just been renovated and has a nice bar and lots of televisions with sports on them, if you're interested in that. The staff is friendly and generally efficient and really good with kids. They will speak Spanish to my kids and then translate for them. The kids really get a kick out of it, and learn a little something, as well. Plus, my daughter says a number of the waiters are REALLY good looking. I can't say I've ever had a bad meal here, and usually it's outstanding. They have really good salsa, and if you ask, you can get the really hot stuff, no extra charge. There are many Mexican restaurants around the area, but I can't think of a single reason to go elsewhere. The whole family loves this place. Oh, and if you're there on some weekend evenings, there's a Mariachi guitarist who roams and plays for tips. Sadly, he does not play Freebird. I know, I asked. read more

My go-to for Mexican sit down. Food is fast, cheap, and delicious. Haven't had any if their drinks yet, but they all look great. Environment is very authentic with carved wooden booths and chairs. Awesome place for lunch if you work in the area. read more

1st time coming here and was pleased. Before we could get settled they already had our nacho chips and salsa on the table. Servers were great at checking up on us and keeping our drinks filled. Food was good and priced well. I ordered the supreme nachos (I think that's what it was called.) and was not disappointed. Overall a great experience. read more

In Akron for a short period and found this place on yelp. The service was quick and attentive rating easily 4+stars. The chips, salsa and cheese dip, along with the fajitas, were 4+ stars at least. It's just tough for me to give 5-stars for food, but this place is close. We'll be back next time in Akron. read more

I used to be a fan of Azteca but the last time I was there a mouse literally fell onto our table while we were eating. It was disgusting. Seriously unacceptable. read more

Quick and cheap. I have tried different items from spicy burrito, hard shell tacos to steak fajita. Decent food but nothing spectacular to write home about. It is just 'another' Mexican restaurant. The margarita was good though. It can get really crowded during lunch hour as it is a popular place for the locals. read more

The queso is great, portions are fairly large, and servers are attentive. One of my favorite Mexican places to indulge in!

I had the amazing Sandra special on 4/9/15. Sign out front said they were voted best Mexican restaurant by the Akron Beacon journal. They got my vote. La comida aqui es el mejor en la ciudad de Akron!!! read more

Solid Mexican food and fast friendly service. Maybe the best in Akron. I am not sure what that white dip is that comes with the chips n salsa, but it's pretty slammin" read more

I really enjoy coming to Azetca. They always have friendly fast service, the food and drinks are amazing. We have visited here many times. Azetca has now become my favorite Mexican restaurant. The only complaint I have is, the decor is a little plain. I would highly recommend Azteca, to anyone looking for a good Mexican restaurant. read more

We walked in and we weren't sure if were in the right place. Outside we were at what seemed to be a truck stop but inside there was a couple with a keyboard singing jazz standards. We were seated and we ordered and everyone enjoyed their food. The portions were enormous. If I was just rating the food I'd probably give a 2 but the entertainment was hilarious so they get an extra star for that. read more

Azteca is one of the VERY BEST Mexican restaurants in the Akron Metro area. I have been coming here since they opened in 1999. Great food, Best Salsa, awesome friendly service, and great Margaritas. Memo is one of the friendliest, upbeat, and best servers I have had wait on me, anywhere. I would like to highly recommend the Azteca Burrito. It is one of my all-time favorite dishes. Love the continuous improvements and remodeling they do to the building, to keep it fresh looking. Azteca is a MUST GO to restaurant. read more

Fabulous food! Had lunch and the food came out super quick. We sat out on the patio which was sheltered from the breeze. Food was super fresh, especially the poblano chili. Delicious! read more

This place is epic! I really like the variety you find on the menu. Atmosphere is pretty cool with typically a busy scene. Wide variety of beer to chose from. I recommend going once just to try it. read more

Food always gets to your table fast that's why we love it here. Our server just didn't seem to happy tonight but I guess we all have bad nights right? read more

Love this place! Inexpensive, service is fast as hell, margaritas are crazy good and the shrimp and rice is boomtastic.

Very good food!! First time here recently moved from Cincinnati. We will definitely be back! Our waitress Irene was awesome!

Food is okay but the service not so much. An older man took our order and then that was the last time we seen of him. We had to flag down other employees for drink refills and chips Although our waiter was prompt in dropping off check. read more

GREAT margaritas, OK food, good prices.

Ahh, Akron. Toss a rock in any direction, and it's bound to land on a taco. Seriously though, how the hell am I still discovering Mexican restaurants in Akron? Anyways, Azteca....not bad. Not much different from Mariachi Loco's and such. Chips and salsa aplenty, and the food is served in huge portions. Normally a place like this would only garner 3 stars from me, but they have this cheese sauce that was nothing short of beautiful! Worth a stop if market street hookers and bangers don't scare you, lol. read more

Great mexican restaurant. I'd definately go back. Good food, pretty authentic. Good portions. Drinks aren't too pricey and neither is the food. Lots of parking. read more

It has the exact same food as every other mid-level Mexican place in the Akron area. Let's be honest- they only make 3 different things but put 37 different names and configurations to them. Azteca is fairly priced, clean, good service. 4 stars from me because of price and consistency. read more

3 of us had lunch here today. First time for us. Our food was terrific and we all agreed that is was quite possibly the best we have had anywhere in the States. Great service too. Thanks folks. Well done. read more

Your usual Mexican place, cheap and fast

Good food along with fairly good service. Staff seems a little overwhelmed during peak times. Very close to downtown area with lots of parking. read more

My husband and I try to eat here once a week! We love the food, atmosphere and service! Hands down the best Mexican restaurant around.

Good Food, usually ultra fast service! Gets packed around noon. So I tend to get there when they open. They have a good selection and specials. Authentic no, but thats not what I was looking for. I've never seen a authentic Mexican restaurant anywhere in Ohio. There mexican shrimp cocktail is awesome and well as all there other shrimp dishes! read more

The best please for Shrimp tacos! I'm not a fan of Spanish rice or beans. Also, the guacamole is also very tasty!

Food is awesome!!! Can tell that they don't make the guacamole but it's still good. Margaritas are on point!! Cheese dip is awesome and gooey! Service is a little slow but very friendly! read more

Been going here since they opened for business and watched them grow..still some of the best mexican food i ever had..their salsa is the best..always buy some to take home on every visit..keep up the good work!! read more

After mourning the loss of my doggo (in my handsome profile pic) i decided to wander down to a hometown favorite but quickly realized id made a grave mistake. As soon as i sat down the tables legs were lopsided and i was seated next to a dead cactus. After being moved i was placed in a small booth. I went to the restroom where apparently the most authentic thing about this restaurant were the flooding bathrooms. The attendant which i thought was odd since he was 8. I hope that he is paid fair wages or trump deports him. Anywho i gazed upon my reflection morbidly and went back into the restaurant where my food had arrived realizing that it was more like beef jerky than the juicy dinner special i thought id ordered. Soon after i decided to top off my declining dinner for dessert but to my dismay was offered no sugary deliciousness. I longingly stared at the menu and slammed my fist onto the table cried into the broken chips that were on the table and left. read more

Azteca Mexican Restaurant - Very disappointed at the broken chips - Mexican Near Me - Akron, Ohio

I love this place. We have been customers since they opened. The food is great and so is the service. I highly recommend it. They are even willing to let you practice your Spanish!! Gracias! read more

I drive all the way from the other side of town to eat here. By far the best Mexican food in the Akron area. Always busy, but the service is fast and the food is hot! The guac is delicious, and the Azteca burrito is to die for. The staff is very friendly, and keeps the restaurant clean. Our waiter went to the gas station next door to get red bull because we asked for jager bombs. Now that's good service... read more

In a sea of Mexican restaurants in the Akron area, Azteca stands out as truly the best in my opinion. The price is reasonable, the service is fast and friendly, and the food is excellent. I have tried many items on the menu, and I have never been disappointed. They have a variety of beers, and their margaritas come in many flavors and both frozen and on the rocks. The chips and salsa are very good. The regular salsa they serve is my favorite, but my husband loves their hot salsa. My favorite dish is the chicken fajita dinner. I have never quite been able to finish it! read more

Great food at a great price. My cousin and I went out before my bday bacchanalia and we had gotten two combo plates at seven something a piece and it was literally more than two thirty something dudes who were starving could eat ! And with two drinks and tip was like 22 bucks. Amazing ! read more

This is the best place to eat!!! I order the chicken fajitas and it is exquisite!! I highly recommend this place.

Favorite restaurant. Period. I come visit whenever I'm in the area! Fantastic salsa & chips, friendly servers who don't mind me practicing my terrible Spanish on them! I recommend the Azteca burrito and a house margarita. Visit Aztec and it will soon be your favorite too! read more

Have been there about 4 times and it's half and half had some good food and some bad food its just ok

First off, MENU LINKS: http://i.imgur.com/pq6qi.jpg (image) and http://goo.gl/j4LEK (PDF download) Been eating here for a long time and never really had a complaint. The prices are good for the portion size and the food is good - the same as all the other Mexican restaurants in this area (they're all owned by the same family). This isn't something you can call "authentic Mexican" because it simply isn't that - it's Mexican-American and you shouldn't go in expecting genuine food straight from Mexico City. Service is consistently fast and friendly. The only issue I've run into is problems with calling in a carry-out order because it's rare that someone who speaks English well enough to take an order will answer the phone. Otherwise, it's a great staple of the east Akron area. read more