If you are looking for upmarket Mexican food, with a great drink on the side, my favorite go to spot in downtown Phx is casa corazon... they have a good menu and fo everything well, from grey Baja tacos, in true Baja style to chili rellenos, fajitas and oh my god the salsa bar!! To die for. Chips are gratuit. Service is prompt and knowledgeable. The entrance is via the kitchen as this was once a home, now converted into a great eatery. So you come in the side door to the dining room . Wait staff all greet you and guide you to the dining room, festooned with roses and talavera tiles. It's not kitschy, just gorgeous. The menu is ample and you can't go wrong with anything. The initial refrito dip, tho yummy, has pork. But they have the best, the absolute best black beans!! Try them just for a change. You'll be converted. The dining area is small but cozy and beautifully done. So enjoy!! read more

I'm so glad we finally went to try Casa Corazon. We met with a friend visiting from out of town during lunch, and everyone absolutely loved it. The restaurant is inside of an old brick home with wood interior and warm colors. The service was good-- friendly and food came out at a good pace, we were checked on regularly. We ordered an appetizer and then entrees from the lunch menu. The aguachile appetizer is SO good. It's bright, fresh, and has a lot of flavor in the green sauce. It reminds me of a ceviche type dish due to its raw butterflied shrimp that is marinated in the house made chile serrano & cilantro citrus sauce. It was awesome. We were also given free chips & house made bean dip. I ordered the mixed two item plate with a chile rellano and taco corazon (grilled taco dipped in a red chile sauce, stuffed with shredded beef & melted cheese. Topped with grilled onions). The black beans and rice is also tasty. I tried a bite of the other dishes, and I also really liked the brightly colored spinach & cheese enchiladas with pink sauce ( signature beet sauce). I look forward to trying other items from the menu, I was eyeing the steak Mexicano or red snapper. Those dishes sound good for dinner. read more

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We found this place on Phoenix eater so we decided to try something new, so we popped in for some drinks and snacks. We stopped in about five for happy hour. The restaurant has a small bar of three seats to enjoy some drinks.. initially we were just going to have margaritas for six dollars during happy hour but decided to have guacamole as well for $10 on happy hour. Guacamole was excellent and came with a bean dip. To complement, our guacamole and chips we checked out the salsa bar. The salsa bar has over six choices of salsa. One of my favorite salsas was hibiscus. We enjoyed our quick happy hour so much that we hope to come back for dinner as I see Mole is on the menu. The staff was super friendly and attentive. I hear that they have open a second venue not too far from the original place. They have an event venue. Their original place is in a former church. The architecture inside is very interesting due to the roof structure. read more

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What a terrific southern Mexican focus! So delicious! The staff were very friendly and welcoming. I had the Azteca Tinga which was a perfect southern blend of chicken, rice, and black beans and I chose the house made corn tortillas. The very first bite was an immediate taste of legitimate authentic southern Mexican blend and just plain delicious. There is also a featured salsa bar with different delicious flavors. My wife and daughter had the flautas which weren't your typical idea of flautas bought anywhere else. I took a bite of my wife's who ordered beef. They were hand rolled, either lightly fried or baked. They weren't greasy at all and served enchilada style. The beef was tender and could easily be cut with a fork and practically melted in your mouth. Magnificent. I had the Casa Corazon margarita which was the perfect blend of corazon tequila, lemon juice, Cointreau, with fresh lime, grapefruit, on a salted brim. Our server had a terrific smile, so friendly and attentive. The restaurant got a tad warm once the sun shifted overhead (July in Arizona). The restaurant is a remodel of a much older Phoenix building. Reservations accepted and highly recommended when our weather gets nice because there was also outdoor seating. Thank you! We'll be back! read more

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We returned to this restaurant and had an equally pleasant experience as last time. The patio was pleasant but noisy with traffic noise. Our waiter was nice, service was prompt, and our food was good. The chips are still served with a delicious bean dip and the salmon and chile relleno were still good. read more

Casa Corazon Restaurant - Cochinita Pibil - Mexican Near Me - Phoenix, Arizona

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From the moment my family and I walked in, we were greeted with a smile and seated within five minutes. Once we sat down, our waiter brought us water. The decorations were all so cute and in addition to the lighting made the experience even better. The food was phenomenal and I highly recommend getting the chicken enchiladas as the sauce was amazing. My only complaint was the chips which were $6 a bowl after the first one. read more

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We had been wanting to eat here after we saw it on "Check Please Arizona!" and finally found ourselves in close range. What a great place. We were there at happy hour so we ordered margaritas and tacos off of that menu. The margaritas tasted scratch made and the tacos were awesome! The Corazon taco is a must try. We also had carne asada, chicken and Al Pastor. All were great. Planning to return and order off the regular menu as there was a lot there that was intriguing. Service was great too. I will say it gets a bit loud when it's full. Other than that it's a highly recommend! read more

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Casa Corazon has delicious food, a beautiful restaurant, and great staff. Everything we had was delicious from the queso to the tacos. They have a salsa bar with so many different options to try. Even for a party of people who do not love spicy, we were able to find something for us. The signature sauce on the food was a bit spicy for us, but that did not deter from the flavor. The drinks we ordered were delicious. Overall, we had a great experience here and we will definitely be back to try more of their menu. read more

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This was definitely one of my favorite Mexican restaurants in Arizona and trust me, I've been to a lot of Mexican restaurants! They're open everyday from 11am-9pm except the weekend (they open at 10am and close at 10pm on Fri & Sat!) Parking was slightly small but not a big issue since they have their own parking lot Service was friendly, welcoming, and attentive Inside was beautifully decorated and had a good amount of seating! They've HAPPY HOUR on the weekdays 3-6pm! The HH menu consists of: - $4 tacos (asada, Al pastor, chicken, veggie, corazon, cochinta pibil, tinga, and mole) - guacamole ($10) - freshly made!! - street corn ($10) - regular ($6)/skinny ($8), spicy margarita ($8) There's also a lunch special menu on the weekdays 11am-3pm! The regular menu consists of a good variety of burritos, tacos, and popular Mexican entrees and appetizers! Everything was pretty reasonably priced and most dishes were $20+. The complimentary chips were so crispy and fresh! It came with a freshly made bean dip and it was so delicious! Really enjoyed there was a salsa bar where there was plenty of different kinds of salsa to choose! I especially liked the pineapple salsa! The Horchata ($5) was so good! It wasn't too sweet and it was so refreshing! It was so fresh and didn't taste artificial! Got the Mix & Match - $16.95 - got one beef enchilada & asada taco! The enchilada was so yummy! It was so cheesy and flavorful without being too salty. The beef was so well seasoned and it was packed with meat! The taco was so delicious! The tortilla was so fresh and the asada was so flavorful and tender! Really enjoyed how much meat and how big the taco was! This was 9/10 Would definitely recommend and return! read more

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Found this little gem today. I'm a bit of a mole snob and this mole is top 3 I have ever had. Ambience is nice and cozy. Salsa bar has plenty of options hot and mild. My Nila's loved the chile relleno. Food is authentic and servers are attentive. Recommend if you are in the area read more

Casa Corazon Restaurant - Mole - Mexican Near Me - Phoenix, Arizona

Yes please! We went for happy hour which includes $4 tacos and $6 margaritas. It was one of the best margaritas I've ever had! So citrusy and fresh. The tacos are quite large too, stuffed full of meat. They have a salsa bar with all kinds of traditional and inventive offerings. The inside is gorgeous and they offer some patio seating. The staff are super friendly, attentive, and welcoming. I'm hoping to be back to try their brunch. read more

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It was our first visit to the restaurant based on the recommendation of a friend very good, nice ambience, good character, a whole generally good feel to the restaurant. I got the chicken enchiladas with the green sauce. They have lots of specials that night. Also many good choices. I think I'll get the shrimp in the future. The ceviche was out of this world. And I don't know how they cook their rice, but it was some of the best rice I've ever had at a Mexican restaurant. I also tried one beef taco that is dipped in some sort of a sauce. That was really good and very crispy delicious. read more

Casa Corazon Restaurant - Ceviche shrimp.avocado. I think jicama and some onions. Very fresh and crisp . - Mexican Near Me - Phoenix, Arizona

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The restaurant had a nice atmosphere, and the service was okay overall. The staff were polite, but the food was bland. It wasn't a terrible experience, but I was hoping for a much better meal. read more

Casa Corazon Restaurant - Steak Mexicano and Lava Molcajete-Mixto - Mexican Near Me - Phoenix, Arizona

Great ambiance in a nice location with a lot of character. Food feels a bit like "elevated" Mexican, which is great. My Michelata was delicious. Staff was courteous and attentive. read more

One of the best restaurants serving the most amazing, award-winning Shrimp Culichi--hands down the best dish I've ever tried! The flavors were rich, perfectly balanced, and absolutely unforgettable. I also tried Agua Mazapán (peanut milk) for the first time, and it was surprisingly addictive. Their salsa bar deserves a special mention, offering an incredible variety of unlimited salsas ranging from hibiscus and pineapple to serrano pepper and many more unique flavors. The ambiance was warm and inviting, paired with genuinely good service. We loved the restaurant so much that we made sure to visit again before leaving. Truly a memorable dining experience! read more

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Came here last minute and was so glad we did. Got a happy hour 6.00 marg and it was so good. I got the steak and chicken fajitas it was huge and I had left overs, it came with rice and beans too. My hubby got the cheese enchiladas in green sauce, it's always a winner. The salsa bar is fantastic I can't get enough of the creamy green sauce. We were seated immediately and drink orders taken right away. Love this little bungalow house style restaurant. read more

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We found such a nice little Mexican food spot. The entrance leads you in with the kitchen on your direct left and the dining room/seating to the right. The atmosphere was very relaxed and welcoming. Great spot for family or a date night. The staff were all kind and professional, all the food and drinks came out fairly quickly. 5 Star - hibiscus salsa was amazing. Unique and unlike anything we've had before. There is a decent amount of heat on the back end, it subtly comes. We put this just about all the food we had. 5 Star - Margarita Flight. The size of the drinks and the amount of alcohol was surprisingly fantastic. The base flavors came across as an aguas frescas which provided more depth of flavor. Our favorite was the hibiscus, then the cucumber jalapeño and last strawberry. 4 Star - The taco corazon: the shredded beef was a bit sweet but full of flavor. The grilled onions on top were a nice touch. This would be a five star if the taco were crispy. I really enjoyed the marinade on the Al Pastor taco was. It wasn't goopy and the balance of pineapple and onions made this an above average taco. 4 Star - The Chiles En Nogada was almost a 3 Star. It was really good, with a great amount of flavorful pork. We would have liked if they add more dried fruit, to better balance the amount of pork. The sauce was perfectly sweet, but we would have liked it to be a little less grainy, so blend it for longer. 4 Star - The white rice was sweet and something neither of us have tasted before. The rice had pineapple, corn and maybe a little bit of carrot. So simple but really well done. 4 Star - The guacamole was not the best we have had, but it was better than most restaurants. It was freshly made and there were great size pieces of avocado too. 3.5 Star - The tacos de chicharron. The fried pork skin rinds were wonderfully crispy but they were lacking in flavor a bit. I was not a fan of the house paste tomatoes. I was so excited for this but the soft corn tortilla with crispy pork rinds and heavy amount of paste just didn't work for me. Overall we were very impressed with the uniqueness of their food and drinks, as well as the quality overall. We will be absolutely be back to try more items on their menu! 3*** = Good but no separation from similar restaurants 4**** = Set themselves a part with unique food and I want to go back. 5*****= You have to go out of your way and make a special trip to try the deliciousness that is there! read more

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This is an authentic Mexican restaurant located in Phoenix. This was my first time trying this restaurant, and I was not disappointed. They have a salsa bar where you can try a bunch of different salsas included with your meal, and happy hour drinks. I got the house margarita and found it to be quite strong. I ordered the pink sauce chicken enchiladas, and they were pretty good. (To be honest, I couldn't tell the difference between the pink sauce and the red sauce enchiladas I usually get) The traditional rice and beans were good as well. We sat outside on the little patio, and although there isn't too much seating out there, we really enjoyed the ambience outside with the trees and mood lighting. The staff was friendly and our food came out reasonably fast. We didn't make any reservations and came around 5pm on a Friday; we got seated right away. There is a lot of seating inside but not a ton of parking in the parking lot. Still, I would come again. read more

Casa Corazon Restaurant - Mexican Near Me - Phoenix, Arizona

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I've tried many Mexican restaurants, but Casa Corazon truly stole my heart. The food is incredibly delicious, rich flavors, beautifully prepared, and every bite tastes so comforting and special. It is a little on the pricey side, but once you taste the food, you understand why it's absolutely worth it. The inside of the restaurant is lovely and thoughtfully decorated, giving you the feeling of walking through an old town. Everything is clean, cozy, and welcoming. The staff is so kind and attentive, always checking on you with a smile to make sure you're enjoying everything and don't need anything else. Amazing food, warm service, and a beautiful atmosphere. Such a lovely place for a special meal and special dates . I can't wait to come back again read more

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It was a delight to eat at Casa Corazon yesterday with my family. Every single person raved about how great the food was. 2 of the family had different tacos so that means 6 tacos received the excellent rating for taste. I had the chili relleno which was different than any other I have had in Phoenix and I know I will be back just for this. My husband had another similar dish with poblano chilies and that was just as good. There was just the right amount of heat in the food which allowed you to really appreciate the food without needed to drink a carton of milk. Out waiter was excellent as well -- he knew how to be available without being annoying and was very pleasant. The setting and general atmosphere was really nice and authentic feeling and the music was just the right volume. We will definitely be back to eat here! read more

Extraordinary modern Mexican food with a romantic atmosphere and great service. This was a masterful Mexican food meal. We enjoyed the variety at the salsa bar - something for everyone. The mole negro had a great flavor profile. The most unique camarones culichi with best green sauce for seafood. The dessert was a fusion of flan and cream brunette- must try! Highly recommend this restaurant and will be returning -- 100% read more

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Went for lunch with group of friends. It's small and clean kind of weird set up. Felt like you went thru the kitchen area to dining area. Service was very prompt and responsive. However food was okay. I had enchiladas my friends had salad or the burrito. They weren't super impressed either. However the varieties of salsa allowed us to make the meal unique to our tastebuds. read more

Casa Corazon Restaurant - Chicken and pork enchilada - Mexican Near Me - Phoenix, Arizona

Everything about Casa Corazon was blah. My first impression was that this is a confused restaurant. You walk in to what is basically the kitchen, surrounded by stainless steel appliances, workstations, and a self serve salsa bar. None of this is bad, it's just more fitting for a street taco joint. The service was below average, like eating at an Applebees, with menus thrown willy-nilly in front of us and no attention to detail. We also showed up with reservations and were made to wait for ten minutes so they could get a table ready for us. The food was fine, but I was expecting something more for a restaurant with an Eater recommendation. Not sure how this slipped through on Phoenix's 38 best restaurants. I know this isn't exactly a food town, but wow! Besides the generally confused aesthetic, the dining room was very cool. There's a lot of potential here, but there's a lot of room to get there. I wish Casa Corazon all the best, but I'll be doing it from somewhere else. read more

Wow! Came out to Phoenix for day or two and we got a recommendation from a nurse that this was one of the best Mexican / south west regional restaurants. It completely met our expectations. Pork was succulent and seasoned to perfection. Guacamole had a subtle kick . Shrimp in salsa verde con queso was out of this world. Paired with draft lagunitas ipa and house margaritas and sangrias simply superb. read more

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Food variety, taste, and prices all very good. Service a bit slow to start but they quickly kicked into high gear once they knew we had a flight to catch. Ambiance was great, place was packed and not overly loud, clean, and well run. Coming back again for sure read more

Casa Corazon Restaurant - Triple combo taco plate. - Mexican Near Me - Phoenix, Arizona

Best meal of our trip so far! It's obvious this food is made with love! We came for the salsa bar, which was incredible! Our favorites were the Serrano, Pineapple, Chipotle, and Hibiscus salsas. There were many delicious options to choose from! We ordered the dish they are known for, Camarones Cuchili, as well as the Avocado Strawberry Salad with shrimp. Both dishes were incredible, made with fresh and flavorful ingredients and the corn tortillas were hand made! The service was friendly and efficient and the atmosphere was nice! We will definitely be back next time we visit the area! read more

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Very good food and drinks. This quaint spot looks small from the outside but is pretty spacious inside. There is also a nice sized patio area for outdoor seating. I chose to dine inside where I would be close to the salsa bar, which had a variety of salsa's to choose from. The only one I wanted to try that I couldn't was the the pico de gallo because the container was empty. I asked one of the staff members if there was more and she said she would check. Though I checked a few times for more after asking it was still remained empty. As I was leaving once done, I saw that the pico was replenished. Complimentary chips and salsa were placed on the table. I ordered the Spicy Margarita off the happy hour menu...it was tastey and a little spicy. The tacos were a nice size and filling. My server who was also the bartender suggested the shrimp taco which I did order. It was really good after I added one of the salsa's to give it some flavor. I think the veggies that are an ingredient in the shrimp taco are bland and watery. The house taco and chicken tacos tasted great without any salsa but the right salsa enhances those tacos. The staff encountered were very friendly and welcoming. read more

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I've heard some good things about reports of this restaurant. Unfortunately since I cook lots of Mexican dishes specializing vegetarian style, I feel that this restaurant could experiment with vegetarian entrees to include those individuals that are lacto-ovo vegetarian read more

Visiting from L.A. where we have lots of Mexican food choices. After being ripped off a few days in our resort decided to venture out for dinner based on ratings. This place far exceeding and met our expectations. Friendly staff, salsas(many choices) that is actually hot..I mean..if you make salsa and its not even hot..why bother? Margaritas were amazing. Try the cucumber. We tried the happy hour taco varieties. Twelve tacos for 4 of us. This place has plenty of parking also. I would not hesitate to go back at all. read more

Casa Corazon Restaurant - Mexican Near Me - Phoenix, Arizona

Absolutely adorable restaurant in a former church. The rustic vibe was so charming! Came here for the first time for our anniversary. We arrived at 1215 on Sun afternoon and it wasn't yet busy which was good. We ordered Chile en Nogada and Camarones Culichi. Before I race about the good, let me tell you about the salsa bar! There were multiple types of salsa ranging from regular pico de gallo to pineapple to hibiscus and a creamy green. The winner for me was a tie between the hibiscus and creamy green--absolutely phenomenal flavors that are completely unexpected on the salsa bar. The chile en nogada was like a meaty warm fruity salad in a pepper. Pomegranate seeds on top a nice crunch and the pork was a savory balance against the sweet fruits! The camarones culichi was a delicious avocado cream sauce enrobing grilled shrimp and covered with melted cheese. Simple flavors that don't overpower the tastebuds. The rice was a white rice w veggies w lite salt. Also came w homemade tortillas. (Note to self: great dessert if you just have a side of honey and butter!) The nopales were served grilled w onions--the perfect char with just the right ratio of onions so it didn't become the star. Lol Will definitely come back to enjoy other dishes and this time, hopefully make it to dessert! read more

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Ok, the food here is amazing! Let's start with the salsa bar - 10 different salsas and all so flavorful and delicious. I could have just eaten the chips and salsa and my all natural skinny marg and would have rated it a 10! I had their signature Shrimp dish with green sauce - wow is all I have to say. My husband had the signature taco grilled in red sauce, the el pastor and the carne asada - everything delicious. You cannot go wrong here. Beautiful atmosphere, wonderful service - we'll be back! read more

Wow, saw this place on Check Please and knew we had to try it. Everything we expected. It was perfect for Taco Tuesday, I had the tacos and would have again. We also tried the Mole, great! Can't wait to go back. read more

I loved the decor of the restaurant. The food was fabulous. I loved the chipotle salsa. My husband loved his rellenos and I loved my burrito. Service was prompt and the waitress was friendly. read more

Casa Corazon is our go-to. The service is friendly and efficient, and the food... Well, let's just say I've eaten here dozens of times (100?) and never had anything here I didn't like. Standouts include anything with steak or shrimp, especially the fajitas, the bistec Mexicana, and the camarones diablo. The enchiladas with pink sauce (made with beets!) are also a can't miss. If you're still on the fence, come on a Tuesday when all tacos are $4, including the delectable al pastor, carne asada, and the birria-style corazon taco. My only wish as a frequent diner is that they'd change up the menu occasionally with specials or seasonal shifts. read more

Came with our work crew for a birthday celebration. A few of the group had been here before and it was new for the rest of us, including me. There were 8 in our group and we made a reservation prior to arriving. Nice place and interesting to enter through the kitchen, which I loved and slowly looked around! Everything was neat and organized and it was a buzz of activity. Service was quick and efficient and as we waited for a couple of others to join us, everyone ordered drinks and chips with salsa and bean dip were delivered. The salsa was hot...according to this person, who is admittedly a whimp with spicy! but the bean dip was good, flavorful and not spicy at all. The chips were colored and freshly made, great crisp and not too salty. Meals ordered were the lunch special enchilada with chicken, the Tinga Empanada, a couple of the lunch special taco plates, quesadilla with chicken and a side of rice. I am including pictures of everyone's dishes, which all came with rave reviews for the freshness, quality of the food and of course the amazing tastes. I ordered the Cochinita Empanada, which was amazing! The crust was like no other empanada I've had, light and crispy and just a good flavor. The pork inside was full and flavorful and tender! So good! I also ordered a side of the rice and was expecting Spanish rice but they serve more of a white rice with seasoning and corn and veggies. The dish also came with a salad covered with pickled red onion. The empanada had crema on top and the whole dish was so good! I actually took half home for the wife to have some. This was a big dish and half of the empanada was perfect. Overall a great experience and can't wait to come again! read more

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I have been going here for 5 years. Their service needs improving. Speaking English would be good. Food took too long and ownership is lacking. No people skills. Dont rest on your laurels. Not going back. ​ read more

Loveeeeeeee this place. I've tried just about everything and was never disappointed. The salsa bar is also a family favorite! Such a cozy feel and aesthetic. read more

If you are in Phoenix, do yourself a favor and stop by Casa Corazon. The dining area is warm and beckoning. The margarita I had was well balanced. I was worried it would be too sweet but was pleasantly surprised that it wasn't. The tajin rim added that perfect amount of tart and chili flavor. The menu had some star choices; however, I went with the Mole Negro. Wow, it was complex and rich. I could not stop eating it! The chicken was super tender. The black beans and rice complemented the dish well. I normally don't enjoy rice but there was something delish about this simple rice. I don't know what the trick was, but it was flavorful. The corn tortillas were the freshest and fluffiest I've had in ages. I sat at the bar and the bar tender was a super friendly and kind gentleman. read more

Casa Corazon Restaurant - Dragon fruit Margarita - Mexican Near Me - Phoenix, Arizona

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Wow. Food is authentic and gourmet and the service and ambience is equal to that. If I lived here, I'd be here every week. So good!!!!

First time trying this place and it did not disappoint. We were seated right away and the service after was amazing. The ambiance was calming and our party was able to chat easily. The salsa bar had a nice selection of salsas. We had the corazón tacos, chicken flautas, and al pastor burrito all were amazing. The spicy margaritas were delicious and refreshing. It was an amazing dinner. read more