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    4.6 (170 reviews)
    Closed 8:00 am - 3:00 pm
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    Huevos Rancheros and Sun on the Lake juice
    Renee N.

    This hidden little spot is located in the Lakeside Village within the Desert Shores neighborhood. Small and intimate setting with tables outside only. I met up with my good friend and fellow Yelper from Reno, Nevada. We had the place to ourselves initially but it did get busier. The weather was perfect so sitting outside was perfect. They serve breakfast, lunch and also cater. I decided on the Huevos Rancheros with rice and beans. I also ordered the Sun on the Lake which was mango, pineapple, orange juice and coconut water. A very refreshing drink to start the day with. My Huevos were tasty and filling. Their salsa's are so delicious too plus homemade. Service was friendly and helpful and we really enjoyed our experience here. I will try lunch next time.

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    Daisy J.

    Delicious place to eat and enjoy family time, date brunch, alone time, or with a small group of close friends. Very calm, quiet and relaxing intimate vibe. Outdoors. Cute little dining area. Nice waitresses. The food is very good. We catered my daughter's quince dinner from here and everyone loved it. We come here when we want authentic flavored homemade Mexican food. They also have a Birria that is t on the menu but just ask and the chef will bring it out. It's a lot of food so you might be able to share. Whether you are visiting or a local, you should take a bit of time to stop by and grab a quick bite, dessert, or even just a smoothie. You won't be disappointed. Make sure to arrive early tho bc they close by 3pm.

    The exterior.  The front enclcoses part of the patio.
    Norm K.

    After a morning appointment, I stopped here for breakfast. Most of the seating is outside on the patio. They have fans and heaters to use depending on the season. It was 70º when I was there and the patio was a delight. It is all covered so there won't be sun shining in your face any time during the day. The patio is a very relaxing place. I was soon brought a menu. I ordered the Mexico City burrito and black coffee. With that section of the menu, you can get your breakfast as either a burrito or a crepe. In a short time, the burrito was brought, The dish and the burrito were very hot. The Mexico City is filled with chorizo, scrambled eggs, jalapeños, guacamole, and cotija cheese. This makes for a very hearty breakfast. The weight of the burrito with that good filling makes it a large, shareable breakfast. The coffee is served inn a colorful cup and the coffee was great! I didn't know this was here until I happened to be in the plaza a few months ago. It gives me a reason to go to Desert Shores.

    Served burnt toast!  Chef and server should have known better than to serve...
    Gigi T.

    Plus side, food arrived hot and fast. Moderately priced. Downside, burnt toast. Had to ask for a remake when they shouldn't served it in the first place. Had to ask for EVERYTHING! Not pictured, pancakes but not butter or syrup. No salt or pepper on the table.

    This chorizo omelet was perfect in every way.
    Jeremy T.

    This spot was lowkey and quiet which I loved. The service was fast and the salsa was delicious. I even bought a container to bring home with me. There is only outside sitting so be mindful of this on windy days.

    Carne asada chilaquiles
    Ale L.

    Chef Manny and his crew are always amazing! Thank you for your kind and attentive service. The food is consistently great and always fresh--definitely a place I look forward to coming back to.

    Chirosoqueso
    Bhavisha P.

    So I looked at reviews before going but didn't see a spot for its only outside dining. It was cooler out when I visited so it was not pleasant. It's a small place and they do have heaters. Didn't help. Staff was friendly though. Ordered the choriqueso because I saw a picture on here earlier and it did not look the same when it arrived but it was still good but very very oily. We ordered the breakfast tacos. No flavor. Very disappointed. Chips and salsa was nice though.

    Surf and Turf Chilaquiles
    Brenda M.

    Found this little spot on a Sunday and I'm so happy I did! It's a little hidden gem but the flavor is bold and delicious. My favorite was the patio seating and how transformative it feels. We ordered the surf and turf chilaquiles and the chorizo skillet. Both were delicious. The salsa had amazing flavor and depth. Service was great and attentive. The server recommended various house favorites and he didn't disappoint. The skillet was perfect with the chorizo and the perfectly cooked potatoes. The chilaquiles were flavorful and the portion was perfect. They were both topped with cream and queso fresco which sealed the deal. Both were delicious can't wait to go back and try more of they're menu.

    Carne asada skillet
    Wendy E.

    Absolutely loved the food here! We tried the breakfast burritos, the skillet, and a couple of fresh juices--everything was flavorful and made with care. The service was friendly and attentive, and there's even a cozy little patio for outdoor seating. Highly recommend if you're in the area!

    The Mexico City Breakfast Burrito
    Jen H.

    What a great find for brunch after our son's soccer class! The homemade salsas were amazing, especially the Arbol (red) which was spicy & flavorful! I had the Mexico City burrito that had eggs, chorizo, pico de gallo, cheese, and avocado. One of the freshest & best burritos I have ever had. My son had his own breakfast plate with potatoes, scrambled eggs, and bacon. The breakfast potatoes were perfectly seasoned & cooked. Our female server was very nice, but the tall Latinx guy (older with a mustache) lacked customer service values. I politely asked him for a to go container, and he never came back (probably sexist). The restaurant only offered patio seating. I have to mention how great the coffee was too!

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    Tiffanie E.

    We needed a central-ish location for brunch on a Sunday morning, so we Yelped! to find this new spot nestled in Desert Shores right on the lake! There's a lot of parking on the weekend, because the offices are closed, so we had no issues with that at all. We did make a reservation, just in case, and we were seated right away upon arriving. All the seating is outdoors, and in Vegas in August, that's rough. The menu is pretty standard for brunch, lots of breakfast and lunch options. We did breakfast burritos, chilaquiles, and taquitos, but we also tried a smoothie! Prices are pretty average for the area, so no sticker shock, and the food was decent. Aside from sitting outside, it was an ok experience. We would visit again during a more weather-friendly season, for sure.

    Chilaquiles with green sauce
    Penelope P.

    Love coming here! Best breakfast burritos and chilaquiles I've had in Vegas. Outdoor seating, great service and reasonable prices. Outdoor seating only but with ample heaters to keep you warm during the current cold weather. Oh yeah, they serve Thrifty's ice cream!

    Large Asada Salad Bowl
    William L.

    I'm visiting Vegas, and my local friends wanted a Mexican brunch spot--so we found this place on Yelp and decided to give it a shot. Now, this is their new go-to spot, and I'm definitely coming back the next time I visit. They start you off with chips and salsa, which were good, but I wish the salsa had a chunkier texture. We ordered a large choriqueso, and it was amazing--way better (and cheaper) than the one we had on the Strip the day before. The shrimp tacos were also incredible. I only ordered one, and honestly, I should have gotten more. For my main, I got the large salad bowl, and it was huge. Not only was it super filling, but it also tasted great--way better than anything you'd get from El Pollo Loco. The service was great, and the staff was super friendly. Overall, this place was a win, and I'd highly recommend it for anyone looking for solid Mexican food in Vegas!

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    Missing food from my order, food was bland that was with the order. Only thing good was the drinks. Was a big disappointment.

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    Very nice place, good service, and delicious tasty food. I recommend without a doubt!!

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    Food is amazing along with the service. Love the outdoor seating. Especially this time of year.

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    The food was quick and the service was very polite! Burrito hit for 13 dollars definitely becoming a regular

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    Delicious!! Great quality food and happy servers. Will be back frequently. I had the omelette I believe it was the chorizo omelette.

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    I can't find any pictures, does this place have a view of the water?

    No, it has patio seating only but it's a very short walk to sit at the lake.

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    4.4
    (5.7k reviews)
    7.4 mi
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    Luna is awesome and this place kills it every time. We will be back…read more One love!!! The mole is , and the salmon is bangin!! MaDDoG With the pup.

    I had high hopes for this place, but when you share the building with the area's top strip club,…read morewell, maybe you are not the flavor of Mexico. I've had a run of regrettable Mexican food and even though this place wasn't horrible, it could have been a whole lot better. Again, another spot that charges for chips and salsa. As I always say, if you charge, the chips and salsa better be stellar. Before we get to that let me tell you about the service. I asked the server which lunch entrée she would recommend between the carnitas tacos and the chicken taquitos. She recommend the taquitos. Service was kinda cold and we really didn't feel completely welcome. We placed our order and the server said she would be right back with water, chips and salsa. A few minutes later she came back with water, but no chips. A few minutes after that, she returned with our meals, along with chips and salsa. Kinda tacky, the whole point of an appetizer is to have it before your meal. That said, without a doubt the best chips I've ever had. Light, crispy and a really hearty stone ground flavor, seriously, without a doubt the best chips. It was served with two salsas. The red was smoky with a little kick, but it needed salt. The green was tangy and by tangy I mean tart. It also needed salt, but in the end, it was just sour. Well, the taquitos were dry, unseasoned and not appetizing. There was basically 3 pieces cut in half to make 6 small taquitos. I ate 3, but should have stopped after the very first bite. I really regretted ordering them and was further disappointed by her terrible recommendation. The rice and beans also had no flavor, and in the end, I have had fast food Mexican that taste way better than this. I know the server knew I wasn't pleased when my plate was barely touched and I was further frustrated by a service fee added to my check, without explanation. Maybe this is a trend, Mexican restaurants adding penalties and fees to the check without warning. Not a good way to run a business.

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    Tacos El Gordo

    Tacos El Gordo

    4.0
    (6.9k reviews)
    7.8 mi
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    tacos el gordo has been a family favorite for years and frequented the first u.s. location in san…read morediego back in the days...the setup in vegas is nearly identical to san diego...large space with multiple lines to various stations serving up different meats or fries....wish they had a picture menu....know tacos, but not everyone knows sopes, mulas, vampiro or taco azteca...not an expert, but sopes is like taco filling served on a thick corn pizza...mulas is like a taco sandwich...vampiro is like a crispier taco...azteca has the cactus...limit to knowledge...tacos and tostadas start at $4.12 for beef and pork, and other tacos are $4.44 for tongue and brain...standard french fries are available for $4.15...meat topped fries come in large orders for the standard steak or pork priced at $22.18 and $25.34 for tongue topped fries...tongue fries come in half orders for $12.67... mainly here for the tacos...starting with multiple orders of the steak and pork tacos...take it to the cashier to pay...get some drink cups and drinks are all self-serve...find a table and enjoy...love how different meats are topped and assembled differently...steak tacos are great, but the pork tacos were the family favorite...finishing quickly and back to order the next round and paying again....repeat a few times until full...

    I went in with a big recommendation from a busy of mine…read more Walking in, and having to get a tray and line up according to what he's you wanted was ...... unusual. But, whatever. I got the steak tacos, because they didn't have chicken. Not that they ran out. They didn't offer it. Signs for other meats though. That was ...... unusual. Them, we sat down in a booth and ate. I'm not a huge asada fan, so this might be my bias. The tacos weren't bad. But, I wasn't blown away. I think I was too hungry to be objective. I would probably rank them as "ok." Some things to consider: 1. The place has a cafeteria feel. I prefer a restaurant style, sit down, and have a waitress come to serve me. 2. No chips and salsa. 3. It was crowded when we went. It was probably about midnight on a Monday or Tuesday. I can only imagine how hectic it is on a weekend.

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    Spicy pork tacos with pineapple
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    LA VECINDAD

    LA VECINDAD

    4.5
    (1.3k reviews)
    8.4 mi
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    Food was great and fast, the atmosphere was great, friendly and definitely recommendread more

    If you're looking for authentic Mexican food with an atmosphere that's full of nostalgia and heart,…read moreLa Vecindad Mexican Restaurant is an absolute must-visit! From the moment we walked in, we felt like we had stepped into the world of the beloved classic Mexican television show El Chavo del 8. The décor perfectly captures the charm and warmth of "la vecindad," making it a fun experience for both adults who grew up watching the show and younger generations experiencing it for the first time. The food was outstanding. Every dish was fresh, flavorful, and beautifully prepared with authentic Mexican flavors that truly stood out. The drinks were just as impressive--refreshing, expertly made, and the perfect complement to our meal. What really made our visit special was the incredible service. The staff was welcoming, attentive, and genuinely friendly, making us feel like family from start to finish. The restaurant also has a wonderful family-friendly atmosphere where everyone can relax, laugh, and enjoy a great meal together. La Vecindad isn't just a place to eat--it's an experience filled with delicious food, amazing drinks, exceptional service, and a nostalgic tribute to El Chavo del 8 that brings smiles to every table. We can't wait to come back and highly recommend it to anyone looking for great Mexican cuisine and a memorable dining experience. Five stars all the way!

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