we love Don Julio's! the table side guacamole is delicious. the Birria Tacos are to die for. And…read morethe service is ALWAYS phenomenal- a big shout out to our server Angelica!!

Angelica was fantastic. From the moment we sat down, she was warm, attentive, and made the whole…read moremeal feel easy. She checked in at just the right moments, without hovering, and had great recommendations when we asked what to order. It's clear she genuinely cares about giving people a good experience, not just going through the motions. Don Julio's is lucky to have her. If you're heading in, ask for Angelica -- she'll take great care of you. Ps loved the eyeliner!

It's easy to see why this is a local favorite and has great reviews. We headed in here at the…read morerequest of one of my family members who's been before and wanted to take us. We were greeted right upon entry and there was plenty of seating around. They have a diverse menu with plenty of options for people who both enjoy spicy food and non-spicy food. They also have a full bar if you would like a drink. The overall ambience is very cantina like. They have wooden chairs wooden tables and a bar at the center. They do have some very colorful decor around as well. Staff was friendly throughout. I opted for the burrito and it was ginormous and I definitely couldn't finish all of it. Definitely well worth the price point for the amount of food that you're given. Everybody was very happy with their meals and drinks and I'll definitely be returning to this location. Overall: A+ Easy to see why this is a local favorite. Definitely will be back for more off of the menu!

Rookies is right down the road from us and we are repeat customers. We go here at least once a…read moremonth for our tacos & margaritas fix. Chips and salsa come out first, of course. It is always busy after work because the place is that good. On our recent visit we ordered a beef dip to have with the chips and salsa. They also have a tasty guacamole on the menu. For drinks we've gotten the pitcher of margaritas our last two visits and it really is the perfect amount for 2 or 3 people. Each person gets at least 2 glasses full which is a great value for the price. Things we like: Pastor Tacos, Nortenos Tacos, Tacos Gringos, queso dip, and the rice and beans with the main dish. Service is always wonderful, the staff is attentive and helpful if you want recommendations. If the dining room looks full, try sitting at the bar and you'll be right at home.

I went for their soft opening and they have two restaurants combined into one building with two…read moreseparate menus! I think the Thai food is absolutely amazing! They do still have some room to grow on the Mexican side but they are still working out all the kinks with this being their soft opening is normal! The tacos did have some good flavor and fresh toppings! My favorite is maya Thais pad Thai so delicious! The waitress was really nice and attentive! Definitely recommend trying it for yourself.

Don't sleep on Longwood, people! I feel Longwood and Sanford are similar in they have many dining…read morestalwarts. Sanford has Hollerbach and Longwood has La Fonda Mexican Kitchen. Absolutely delicious food you can rely on and at a decent price point given how dining out is getting more and more expensive. At first blush, this restaurant may not look like much but inside it is spotless and very big. You could host several families here to dine. My carne asada was excellent, as was my horchata. The chips and salsa are so addictive! When I return, I will likely order the fish tacos and a margarita. I have a feeling everything here is yummy and worth every penny. I'm already super fond of La Fonda!

We visited Cocina Maya Mexican Grill & Mezacaleria on Saturday for lunch after seeing it on social…read moremedia. We ordered the Elotes off the cob ($11.99) and the Molcajete ($30) which is grilled fajita steak, chicken, chorizo, shrimp, onions, nopal cactus and cheese. We also ordered one Margarita ($16). We first experienced a Molcajete in a restaurant in Mazatlan, Mexico and fell in love with it and all of its ingredients including the cactus. This Molcajete at Cocina Maya was soooo tasty. Served in an actual Molcajete which is made from lava rock and it holds the heat very very well. We shared this between the two of us and still had a decent amount to bring home with us. The Elotes was very tasty and the corn was nice and firm and it was perfect. Service was friendly and attentive. The dining room is light in colors and there is a lot of light that shines through the windows. This restaurant is a good distance from our home, and well worth the drive to it. We most definitely recommend this tasty restaurant.

We drove up to restaurant with zero expectations. When we arrived, there were four or five…read moreparties eating. The restaurant was empty. 10 minutes later, there wasn't an open seat in the restaurant. Heidi took care of us. Here recommendations were on point! The guacamole was the best we've EVER had. Seriously. The flavors were very very good, The margaritas were woooooooooooo!!!! . Had to take a nap before we drove!!! They were great. Heidi recommended the Molcajete. It had shrimp, chicken chorizo and steak. It was amazing dish. The flavors combined in your mouth and brought joy to my belly We are definitely going back!

Went here for my birthday dinner with the hubby! The restaurant is new and absolutely beautiful…read more The food was great, and overall, everyone was very friendly and helpful. My only complaints would be that the music is a little loud, and with the restaurant being packed, there doesn't seem to be much acoustical treatment to help with the noise, so it can get a bit overwhelming. Our server also could've been a little more attentive throughout the evening. Other than that, we had a good experience and enjoyed our dinner!

The vibe alone deserves a moment. As soon as you step in to this restaurant, you are transported…read moreinto a whimsical, tropical space. This place is definitely made for people who eat with their eyes first. The hanging flowers, greenery, moody lighting and gorgeous decor will have you taking tons of photos before you even look at the menu. We started with drinks. I got the Amor y Vida and it was as pretty as it was delicious. The tajin rim gave a nice kick to this sweet drink. I need to come back and try more of their uniquely presented drinks. For food we started with chips and salsa. Give me chips in a flowerpot and suddenly I am fancy. Then we ordered the Tostones and Plantain Roll with Salmon. Just a heads up, do not order any additional meat or seafood with the Tostones. This dish is fabulous on it's own. The Plantain Roll was an unexpected combination that my tastebuds thoroughly enjoyed. It was definitely not your typical sushi roll. We sat at the bar and our bartender took great care of us. Between the environment, creative menu and friendly service, this was definitely a fun experience. I would suggest you come hungry, but make sure your phone is charged because at this spot, the camera most certainly eats first.

Had such a fun night at Fiesta Tequila House in Altamonte Springs! I ordered the shrimp enchiladas…read moreand they were absolutely delicious -- fresh, flavorful, and perfectly satisfying. I also enjoyed one of the best skinny margaritas I've had in a while. The bartender was incredibly accommodating to my bougie request to add muddled jalapeños into my drink to make it perfectly spicy. The staff was genuinely friendly and attentive, the restaurant was very clean, and the festive, colorful atmosphere made it a great place to relax and enjoy the evening. They also offer a great Taco Tuesday special, which makes it an even better spot to meet up with friends for a casual night out. If you're in the Altamonte Springs area and looking for tasty Mexican food, refreshing drinks, and welcoming service, I definitely recommend checking them out!

The vibe in this place is awesome!!! Very nice atmosphere, friendly staff and great food and…read moredrinks!! The service was great! Our server was so nice and made our visit so enjoyable. We started with a round of delicious cocktails and an order of tableside guacamole! OMG SO GOOD!! The food exceeded expectations. So much flavor and the portions were so big we had lunch for the following day. Loved the variety on the menu and everything was so fresh. We went pretty early on a Saturday night after a full day of household projects so it was pretty quiet when we first arrived. By the time our meals came the place was packed and hopping! We can't wait to go back!

I came here for a large group event and I was very impressed with the excellent service and…read moredelicious food. From the outside the restaurant doesn't look too appealing but inside it's a burst of color and eye catching decor. I loved checking out the different sections of the dining room. We started with chips and salsa which were addictive and I almost ate the whole basket. The Margarita was huge! I ordered hard tacos, beef and chicken, both delicious. Our servers were fast, friendly, attentive, and knowledgeable about the menu items. Refills on drinks came quickly. I definitely plan to return.

The outside and decor of this place was a little off for me but the service and food were…read moreexcellent. Started with the queso and guacamole. Both were so good. The guacamole is nice and chunky which was perfect. I got the quesadilla trio and as always the carnitas was my favorite. The "birthday" dessert was so good too. The value for the meals was great. Would definitely go back to enjoy this place.

The restaurant was very festive! The food was excellent and very authentic to traditional dishes…read more The menu has some of everything and the prices are great! I came for lunch and have enough for dinner. The Texas rice with chicken, shrimp, and steak was really good. I recommend for any event!

Great food and really fun ambiance. Fajitas were fantastic and the complimentary salsa and chips…read morewere really good. Service was prompt. Definitely will be back!

Amazing experience - try the salsa bar!! We did fajitas and a guacamole app. Great day -…read more Love that the waitress gave us a blow pop with our check sweet touch!

I'm a big Frida fan. The chips and salsa were good. We got the watermelon and the blueberry…read moremargarita. I had the vegetarian tacos with beans and veggies. My dining companions had the fish tacos and they were amazing. The service was fast. My only complaint as a Frida fan was the Frida AI art slop posted up in the restaurant. I would prefer local artist inspired Frida art or real Frida art replicas.

Quick and easy lunch at Uni Mas! It was slow when we came in but got busy! Everything was clean and…read morethe ambiance was inviting. Apps we had the Trio, which included 2 salsas and a queso. Chips were great, cooked perfectly. I had the enchiladas, which I order at every Mexican restaurant I go to. There do only offer 2 sauce options the mole and a jalapeño cream. So they don't really have a spicy one, as I love a nice green chili sauce! I felt these were a bit dry and lacking enough sauce on top. The rice was clumped as well. Overall though, I did still enjoy it just not necessarily my favorite. I asked for the sour cream to come with but the server did not bring it out until basically after I was done eating and she still charged me :( I would still be down to come back and try it again! If you are in the area this makes for a good lunch stop as well.

Uno Más in Longwood is a gem! The margaritas are fresh, strong, and perfectly balanced -- some of…read morethe best in the area. And the steak & plantain quesadilla is incredible: tender steak, sweet plantains, and tons of flavor. Great vibe, great service, and definitely a new favorite spot!