Cantina Cinco De Mayo

The food is great but the service isn't. We have been many times and the food is always excellent…read more It can be loud at times but there is no issue with that. It is a cool atmosphere. My wife says she gets better service when I am with her. Tonight we went in, ordered 2 beers and they forgot about us. I wanted to go here for my birthday specifically but we ended up leaving after we couldn't even place an order. It is definitely worth a visit, just needs more patience maybe?

Food and service excellent. In the area for work and was not disappointed. The food and ambience…read moretruly authentic. Coming from SoCal, I can honestly say that this food does not disappoint! Will return when back in the area.

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Chicken quesadilla

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Fajita Mixta

La Hacienda Mexican Restaurant

3.9(126 reviews)

10.1 mi

La comida estaba deliciosa, no hay duda: carne jugosa, arroz bien sazonado y frijoles que te hacen…read moresentir como en casa... demasiado en casa. Todo iba perfecto hasta unas horas después, cuando mi estómago decidió que la fiesta apenas comenzaba. Digamos que el sabor fue tan auténtico que mi cuerpo lo siguió celebrando toda la tarde Aun así, volvería sin pensarlo dos veces. Solo un consejo: vengan con hambre... y salgan con ventilación. Excelente comida, experiencia inolvidable (especialmente para quien se siente a tu lado después).

Food was disgusting. Poor quality meat and no seasoning. Refried beans tasted like sand had been…read moreadded. Taco meat was so finely ground it was like dog food. Enchilada had no flavor. Salsa tasted watered down. Worst food experience of my life.

Margarita

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Mexicano Nachos with beef and jalapeños

Tamalcalli The Tamale, Taco & Cerveza Stand

4.4(56 reviews)

11.0 mi

The tacos I ordered were Great! The young that waited ous provided Excellent Service! The…read moreMargaritas were Excellent! I enjoy Tamalcalli every time I go!

I came to say that you must try this place if you want authentic Mexican food. A must were the…read morebirria tacos. Please order them and thank me later. It is a small location but plenty of seating for small or large parties. Also...bathrooms are located inside for easy access.

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Quesabirria Tacos

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La Pasadita Mexican Restaurant

4.2(21 reviews)

8.3 mi

Our group of 13 planned to go to another restaurant but they wouldn't take our reservations. Then…read morewe arrived and they demanded reservations. We went across the parking lot to our favorite- Mexican food. They sat us immediately and we never waited for anything the rest of the night. We ordered tons, but I only got pictures of the 2 Tilapia dishes. THESE were amazing! The seafood soup, enchiladas- our group had ground beef, shredded beef, chicken and shrimp, carnitas and tacos were all fantastic! There's so many options on the menu that I want to go back. The wait staff was polite and attentive. We like to try local places and will definitely be back to try more of the menu.

I ordered of door dash and I ordered a tray of 10 tacos. I received my order on time quickly. But…read morethe tacos were misleading and was given street small very small tacos and not regular sized tacos! Not big enough to feed one person for 20$.

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Señor Tequila

4.1(62 reviews)

6.5 mi

We had a great experience at Señor Tequila! The service was excellent -- our server was incredibly…read morenice, attentive, and made sure we had everything we needed. The food was really good and came out quickly. They were also super accommodating to our family, which we really appreciated traveling with kids. Overall, a very welcoming atmosphere with great food and service. We would definitely come back!

Order take out for two including food, chips and salsa. Carry out of chip & Salsa was for one.....read more

Fajitas (beef and chicken mixed)

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Chicken Chimichanga

Ay Caray

5.0(4 reviews)

15.5 mi

The service was good and the food hot and authentic. It's nice they serve breakfast all day and are…read moreopen at 9 every day. Good find for a little something different on Sunday morning

Good food, fresh and colorful. Everything tasted great and service was good. The place is huge so…read moreno problem getting a table. Great choice of homemade salsas at the table and prices are reasonable. Highly recommend!

24 street tacos 12 brisket 12 asada.

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Burrito dip w. Chicken. Nice grilled flavor and I added the house salsa on top. Nice!

Heights Taco & Tamale

4.0(455 reviews)

9.6 mi

The food was amazing we were in town for a training and this place was highly recommended. The…read moreservice was great and the ambience was so laid back and inviting.

I agree with the other reviews regarding the service. I frequent this establishment, mostly for…read moretakeout, and unfortunately I consistently encounter the same unwelcoming hostess. Her demeanor often makes it feel as though customers are inconveniencing her simply by asking for assistance. On my most recent visit, I went through the drive-thru and realized my drinks were incorrect. When I called back, instead of apologizing or offering to correct the order, she proceeded to tell me what the drinks were supposed to be as though I hadn't tasted them and couldn't tell that they were incorrect. She then asked if I wanted to speak with a manager. I simply told her I would return to get what I originally ordered. When I brought the drinks back inside, she took them to the back, and it took an unusually long time to receive the replacements. Given the interaction up to that point, the delay made me uncomfortable, and I would have preferred for the drinks to simply be remade at the bar where I could see them being prepared. What was most disappointing was that there was never an apology, not for the incorrect order, the inconvenience of having to return, or the interaction itself. Mistakes happen, and I completely understand that. As someone who frequents this establishment, consistent courtesy and basic customer service should not be too much to expect.

Chicken tacos

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The Fold: Botanas & Bar

4.0(297 reviews)

10.2 mi

It's been years since I've been in the area, but was excited to finally get to go back to The Fold…read more Best vegetarian taco selection in Little Rock, hands down. Fantastic cocktails--the Gosh Yam It was one of the best mezcal cocktails I've ever had (don't let the marshmallow garnish fool you, it's a serious drink). Beautiful atmosphere and great service. The sign is a little small, but parking is across the street!

We had to wait about 25 minutes for a table. Once we were seated, we realized it was VERY hot in…read morethe restaurant. Granted it, it was 100 degrees outside, but, you'd hope for a bit more air when you're sitting inside. The food was just mid. You don't get free chips and salsa like other Mexican restaurants. The salsa (without chips) is $5. The tacos were just okay. As my friend noted, "they taste like McCormicks taco seasoning." Been there, tried it. Would not go again.

Bean & Cheese Burrito, add pickled red onion.

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Jalapeno Margarita (it was delicious but definitely spicy)

La Tapatia Taqueria & Birria

4.7(73 reviews)

1.3 mi

I dream about this place sometimes. QuesaBirria is best I've ever had. The asada quesadilla is a…read morefood I literally crave. Salsa is so fresh. My boyfriend loves the lamb. Between this place and the owner's son's restaurant they are the only choice for Mexican food period.

I was craving some Mexican authentic food! This place is it if you are in Arkansas. It's family…read moreowned since 2008! Very friendly service. They get right to the point and the food comes out really fast and hot! I licked my plate clean and so did my husband. I have no complaints whatsoever. The Food was very delicious and made me feel at home! Oh and guys it's so cheap! Who doesn't love cheap delicious authentic food!!!!

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Chicken quesadilla plate

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Quesabirria beef tacos

Local Lime | Little Rock

4.1(517 reviews)

8.1 mi

My first time at Local Lime and I'm glad I stopped in. The…read morerestaurant is beautifully done (I thought I took more pictures). Very clean including the restrooms. The staff was attentive as soon as we walked in. We lucked out and came between the crowded times and was seated immediately. The food was delicious!

Kim was our waitress. She was amazing! She did everything she could to make our time at Local Lime…read morethe best it could. We made reservations for a party of 9 for 11am. Our food came out at 12:30pm. Several parties who came in the same time we did ate and left before we got our lunch. Not all orders were correct. The fish was supposed to be grilled they were fried. I ordered the local salad with chicken snd no jalapeños. It came with jalapeños mixed throughout the salad. If it had been made the original way with jalapeños on the top I could have seen them and not burned my tongue and lips with the fresh jalapeños. My salad was remade. Cassy came over to apologize and said the entire table would be discounted. Only $5 off each ticket was taken off. My salad should have been paid for. The highlight was that Kim brought me a birthday apple crisp ti share with my girlfriends. Yes, this was my birthday lunch from my friends.

Best Fish Taco + Margarita of all time.

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Daniel C.

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3

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11 years ago

Fantastic cuisine with great margaritas. We come every Sunday for 1/2 off pitchers and the staff often knows our order by heart. The Burrito Gigante and Table Side Guacamole is what we always get and they are both amazing. One of the best kept secrets in Little Rock. Definitely try this place! read more

Juan V.

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3 years ago

Muy buena comida lo mejor de lo mejor las margaritas bien sabrosas el ambiente familiar el servicio muy bueno el lugar muy tranquilo y la comida de lo mejor y más bien fresca read more

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You can never go wrong with this restaurant, in my opinion. I have been a customer for decades now…read more The food is always great! The margaritas are to die for. And love the atmosphere here. I have even had birthday parties there with 10+ people and everything was above and beyond. My definate go to for Mexican.

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