The food was pretty good, I loved the birria tacos. Food was reasonably priced for the area. The…read moreservice was friendly and great, and I loved the Dias de la Mortes kinda theme they've got with the decorations. This place was hopping on a Friday evening. No bar seating, but they have both indoor and outdoor seating, a surprising amount for a smaller venue. I've had tons of Mexican food since I live in the US on the west coast. This isn't bad at all for being half a world away. :)

So I was walking by and the sign caught my eye. Not fancy. But that's why it caught my eye. You…read moreknow the true Mexican restaurant type of sign. You know where it's not so great of a neighborhood. The places where great Mexican food is found. So this area is not sketchy. I haven't really found any place in New Zealand that is. So when I saw the sign. I had to stop and see. And I was right. They have Spanish music going on. The place is really decorated inside like I would expect a non fancy true Mexican place. Very clean and very welcoming. And the tacos I ate are like the ones I would find in that rough area of LA or San Diego maybe TJ. Just perfect. They carry a couple Mexican beers. The favorites. Modelo Negra , Pacifico and of course Corona. This place is supposed to be good at night. Starting Tuesday- Sunday. I'll find out tonight. Lol.

I came here on a Saturday with a friend for her birthday. We are both from California and really…read moremiss good Mexican food, and we'd heard that this place was pretty good. Walking in to this restaurant reminded me of walking in to a Chevy's - it's a similar atmosphere. They have a menu that is filled with half drinks and half food. I ordered a classic margarita and a veggie burrito without cheese and without sour cream (I'm vegan). They were really accommodating on my order and it all came out correctly. My friend ordered the veggie fajitas and hers looked so good. My boyfriend, who was with us, ordered a chicken quesadilla, and he liked it. We had asked for chips and salsa when we ordered, but the waiter forgot to bring them out until after our food. The food came out super quick, so it wasn't a problem. When I ate one of the chips, I realized we were not in California any more. They tasted like packaged chips and the salsa tasted like Pace salsa. Not quite what I'm used to, but after some travel abroad I've come to realize that we are spoiled for Mexican food in California. The drinks were mediocre. I could barely taste alcohol in mine, which was surprising as I rarely drink hard alcohol so I thought I would be able to taste it right away. Maybe I'm just used to strong drinks ;) I wasn't particularly impressed with anything about this place but I was very happy to be in a Mexican restaurant that offered burritos and real Mexican food. The food came out as we ordered it and the burrito was good. I ate the whole thing! All in all, it wasn't a particularly memorable experience, but the food was good and came out quick.

Located at the beautiful Mission Bay this place is great! It's always busy especially when the…read moreMariachi (Mexican band) are playing live music. They have a huge range of very delicious drinks, and if you go there a tip for the girls order the El Torero margarita :P (picture below) Their $16 nachos are huge but not so much the best I've had, they add too much jalapenos in my opinion but everyone has their own different taste buds. If you like spicy then it's definitely for you! ;) As for my favourite dish it's the Eye Fillet with sweet (Kumra) potatoe and salsa from the Grill Menu. The atmosphere is amazing! They have amazing lizards in a tank which is a must see, especially when they wear lil sombrero hats! And if you have children they will let them hold the lizards, very cute! Hahaha! Speaking of sombreros they have a variety of beautifully designed sombreros which they let you to wear, just don't be afraid to ask the staff if they could give them to you. They're very fun and awesome for photos! Makes the atmosphere even better :D Only critique that I do have is that due to how overly busy they are, and always trying to fit everyone in, it feels like a rush to eat and leave. Especially during night times. The last time me and my boyfriend went there, we didn't even finish our meals and they took our plates away in such a rush that it was quite surprising. It all happened so quickly neither of us had the time to act. It was disapointing because the meal was so delicious we didn't have time to enjoy it or finish it :( But definitely try it out, and before you go make sure you make a booking otherwise it will get chaotic!

While we tried this restaurant in the AKL airport, it was fire . We enjoyed the Burritos and bowl…read moreand they were packed with so much flavor! The peri peri chicken was amazing. You order and pick up your food at the counter. The salsa and hot sauce they provide was a great add. Ambiance was your typical airport restaurant. Honestly would go here again this food was fantastic.

I visited the Sylvia park location but since it's not on Yelp I will write my review here…read more This is a fusion restaurant with Mexico as inspiration, but for me has more style than substance. The staff were friendly and the service was fast, the decor is brilliant, but the food is way off. A carne asada taco really only requires steak, onion, cilantro and salsa. The carne asada taco here had fried onion rings and chipotle mayo. The only thing I could taste when I bit into it was the mayo. The battered shrimp taco tasted like turmeric. With the lack of authentic mexican food in NZ, I really wonder why this restaurant chain thought it needed to change up on an amazing cuisine, and then to name the restaurant "Mexico". I can't tell if it's arrogance or a lack of confidence to reproduce the real flavors. It neither produced something special and new, nor reproduced the magic of the original. Fine for what it is though, but I had high hopes that a restaurant named "Mexico" would live up to its name.

I happened upon this place on a whim as it seemed like every other eatery near our hotel had closed…read morefor the day. I went with a chicken burrito. It was delicious. No complaints. The chicken actually tasted like a curry Indian chicken. Amazing flavor. It was filling and price was reasonable. Also great service. Would definitely come here again.

First meal in Auckland and my husband chooses Mexican. Stumbled upon this place and for "fast…read morefood", it was pretty good. Considering it was very busy during the late afternoon hours, the menu had a nice variety yet not overwhelming, we figured this was a good option. The food was good. I think it looked better than it tasted (5 star presentation, 3.5-4 start flavor). Location is what stood out. There isn't much seating as it is designed as a take-away place, but we got lucky and found a spot right outside on the pedestrian street. The views and ambiance of the street made our lunch a little better.

This casual and airy cafe with a Beach vibe serves up some amazing curated menu items that are…read moreanything but causal and simple. With vegan and gluten feee options, this was a great spot for lunch. We tried their tacos for lunch and I have to say it was one of the best vegan and gluten free tacos ever hands down! The tortilla was soft yet crispy with a beet hummus done to perfection with every texture imaginable from crispy chickpeas to the beet chips and the softness from the hummus and slight spiciness. The dish when plated looks like it belongs in an upscale Michelin style restaurant. This place packs a ton of flavor! We also shared their hand cut fries which were large and satisfying. They have the feel of potato skins with the crunchy exterior and a soft and supple interior and the taste is unbelievably satisfying when dipped into the spicy aioli that accompanies it or just plain ketchup if that's your jam. The chicken tacos were also pretty dense and crunchy and fried to perfection. The sauce is sweet and tangy and makes for a filling lunch! This place is a must try for sure! Service is also superb and everything comes up in a timely fashion and fast! Staff is very aware of dietary restrictions which is very helpful!

Finally came to try this place! It's a great place for team lunch or friends catch up or even…read morebusiness meeting in my view, very spacious and location on Nuffield street in the heart of Newmarket , I would not hesitate to come for a coffee or lunch after shopping near by. Had the 2 taco lunches , as you can see from my photo... looking very fresh and delicious, they are very good indeed! Don't go pass on the soda, they are my favorite sodas...This is the best cafe on Nuffield I reckon.

Mexicali Fresh is always on point. It may not be entirely healthy, but it's a lot healthier than…read moreother fast food joints. This location is great as well - you can either sit inside (where they often have the doors open during the day), outside, or over at the beach! Quite often, my friends and I do the latter. It's nice to be able to enjoy our meal, while also enjoying Mission Bay's natural beauty! Mexicali does have a clean toilet though, so I would suggest going there first before heading to the beach - then you can avoid the public toilets (which are usually quite wet and or sandy). The two main things I order are the mince green salad or the mince quesadilla. I always order the extra vegetables (the onion/capsicum style), as not only are they mouthwatering delicious but I find that it also bulks the meal up. I have tried the chicken a few times but can't say I like it (which is odd as usually chicken is my 'go-to'). My friends often get the taco salad (taco bowl filled with a salad) and claim it to be heavenly.

Was really disappointed with this branch. The staff were stingy with the food portions and not…read moreoverly friendly. I like the atmosphere better in new market and town

Teething issues for a recently opened restaurant. Newly opened so the decor and furnishings were…read morenew and clean. We came here as a group of 9 for a work birthday lunch. We ordered shortly after we arrived. Drinks arrived quickly however the food took nearly 30 minutes to arrive. It would be difficult to go here during a work hour lunch. Much like the Albany restaurant it may be just the new restaurant getting its momentum. The food was tasty and the cheese dip is a must. Keep an eye out for the lunch special board outside as well.

Amazing! The food is outstanding. The servers are fast and friendly. Great portion sizes and value…read morefor money. Great decor and very clean and tidy. One of our new favourites!!

Wow! These guys are awesome! Despite being past closing time when we arrived on Sunday evening,…read morethey welcomed us in and cooked their consistently excellent Mexican fare. I've always had a good experience here and I wasn't disappointed this time either. Muchas Gracias!

This was a really unexpected treat for us, we didn't think we'd find such a good Mexican spot in…read moreNew Zealand. We came on a whim and it was a really great experience. We came around dinner time and sat outside on the patio. The portion size was pretty good and the burritos were delicious. Enchiladas were packed with meat and very good as well. The food was really flavorful and each component really complemented each other well. The staff and server were really friendly and attentive. We really enjoyed our meal and there's lots to do in the area.

An authentic Mexican restaurant with genuine Mexican food. Most Mexican food is American based this…read morewas truly authentic food. The service was amazing. The ambulance was very nice. The food quality was outstanding and it truly was an amazing experience. I would say that I would definitely visit here next time I come to New Zealand.