Hi Everyone, We are compatico with Cinco Mexican Grill's awesome food flavor and lovely decor because we enjoy eating Mexican food in a well appointed ambiance. Their Servers are very accommodating as Betty proved to us by finding everything and I mean everything, about their drink menu to answer our question. She was very friendly, customer centric, and aiming to please us all which she accomplished admirably! Two couples out for diner, which had Fajitas, all fantastically prepared, very hot and savory. Our outlier, had the Seafood Chimichanga which was a taste sensation as well, I was told. One round of drinks that were HUGE, like the fish that got away. So if you are compatico with great food, wonderful service, in a very pleasant environment then Cinco Mexican Grill will be a big hit with you and yours. Enjoy read more

On another visit to this wonderful part of the US, I visited here with a friend who lives just down the street and visits often. On Dec 15, 2025, we visited for a late lunch and were served quickly and politely by our server, Cindy. I took a chance and ordered a drink served in a 'bucket' called Malibu bucket $14. Luckily it wasn't actually served in a bucket, lol! It was a large plastic container. Very tasty, loved it. Loved the menu, the 'Choose your own combo' allowed me to pick what I like and skip the rice & beans. Of course, I added the tableside guacamole (perfect!) so I couldn't eat all my meal. I took the extra home and it was still fresh the next day. The restaurant was so clean! Loved it. There was music playing, but not loud, so we were able to chat easily. Great bar area, looks like they have plenty to offer. Each staff member that passed by checked on us and was very friendly. Can't wait to go back! read more

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Food poisoning after eating the taco salad with grilled chicken! Never again. Do not recommend this restaurant. The customer service is terrible too read more

Service was okay. I ordered the seafood chimichanga and it clearly states it will have crab meat but it had imitation crab. I was disappointed to learn this after cutting open my food rather than before I ordered. The restaurant is cute and the vibes are great. Just disappointed with the false advertising. read more

Quickly becoming our "Go To" Mexican Restaurant in Bluffton. Great staff, nice ambiance, and super cocktails. Highly recommend you give it a try. read more

I came with a friend to have a couple of drinks. The server that came to us (short, bald, hispanic) was super aggressive and rude. He was very impatient with us and expected us to know our full order within the span of 2 mins that we sat down. After telling him kindly that we needed more time, he cursed under his breath about us in Spanish (probably assuming we weren't hispanic). Then my friend asked him if she could speak to the manager and he raised his voice and said "i'll have to call her ok?? i'll have to call her on the phone". We no longer felt comfortable with his tone and attitude so we decided to leave. Don't be a server if you're going to be miserable to your tables. I don't care what kind of day you're having, put on a front at work and be kind to others. This was disappointing because my friend and I really like the food here. read more

I went yesterday and got queso and nachos and everyone in my family that ate the queso got food poisoning. This was the worst experience of my life and if you care about your well being DO NOT come here. read more

We got seated just in time before happy hour ended. It took some time before our waitress attended our table. A margarita is a must! Ambience is nice, good music playing. The Comida gone! See photos read more

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The food is probably the best in the area. The only thing that stops us from going is this one waiter ( bald Colombian) he was so disgusting and disrespectful toward us that it makes us think twice to return. read more

Cinco Mexican Grill - Cazuelon - Mexican Near Me - Bluffton, South Carolina

We had a terrible experience. We have been going here for a couple years but tonight was terrible. Service was bad. Food had a hair in it. They took it back and gave us a new plate with nothing else. We asked about it and they gave us a big credit of $5.00 whole dollars, really. No Manager came by, nothing. Not bust at all, now we know why. Used to be. We won't be back. read more

After the fiasco that was Southern Barrel, we drove down the road and settled on Cinco for dinner before the movie. I must say, this place checks all the boxes. Prompt, friendly service, reasonable prices and food that's above average makes this a good stop for a quick Mexican meal. We will be back. read more

Great service and food!!! By far the best Mexican restaurant in bluffton! It's my favvvv!!! The food always comes out fast the people are always nice! read more

Not sure why all the bad reviews... Some for petty reasons, I am from Texas, New Mexico and very skeptical about food out east that says Mexican food, Cinco Mexican Grill did not disappoint. Their food was great. The service was great very prompt and affordable. I would definitely eat here again. read more

The margaritas are so delicious and the food is delicious. The service is good House yes read more

Cinco Mexican Grill - Strawberry margarita - Mexican Near Me - Bluffton, South Carolina

If I could give it a zero I would! I ordered food for my kids online and asked for a specific dish with no vegetables. I kept trying to call the restaurant to confirm my order and they never answered the phone. When the person who went to claim the food arrived at the place told them that I had placed the order without vegetables and the MANAGER of the place said that I had to take the food back as it is because she was not going to change what THEY had done wrong. The person who went to get my order called me so I could talk to the manager and she was very rude from the beginning of the conversation, told me I was a liar, that if I didn't want to take the food back I wasn't going to get a refund either and that if I wanted them to fix my order I should pay for another dish and hung up on me. Lousy customer service! When my food arrived everything was spilled and the bag was all broken that's how the restaurant delivered my food, I paid for lousy service! It is very sad that the people who work there make the restaurant have a bad reputation. $125 dollars for an order that was very different from what I actually ordered. Thank you cinco's manager read more

Cinco Mexican Grill - the inside of a paper bag - Mexican Near Me - Bluffton, South Carolina

One of our favorite Mexican restaurants. Consistently excellent food, great service, extensive menu options, super clean dining room, easy parking. very reasonable prices. read more

Cinco Mexican Grill - Quesadilla - Mexican Near Me - Bluffton, South Carolina

Tried this place the other night because it was close to home. Food was not good and the service was "eh". Guess I will be driving further for better Mexican food. read more

Before I took both of these photos, the entire bowl was at least 1/2in-3/4in covered in grease before I started soaking it up with paper towels. I threw the tacos away because it was just soggy from the grease. I called to get a refund and manager wanted me to come bring my dish back for a refund. I live on the island, I was not commuting back to bluffton because they messed up my food, plus I already threw it away. Never ordering here again read more

Cinco Mexican Grill - 2 Item Combo - Mexican Near Me - Bluffton, South Carolina

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We've been customers for years & always have excellent service! Reasonably priced, very quick service tex mex that hits the spot. Would recommend!! read more

Cute, clean restaurant with very good service. HOWEVER food and drinks were very disappointing. For example Esquites appetizer was canned corn. And the $15 Margarita was just sugar water, literally no alcohol. Sad to say we're out $77 for two and we won't be back. read more

Ambiance is very nice, service is pretty good, food is incredibly delicious. Prices are good.

Left a review from a year ago and it still stands today. I called in an order for pick up and the guy was so bothered and put out taking the order. I ordered two nachos and it it came to $28 bucks. They were tiny, half the size you would get in the restaurant. So I got attitude for ordering it and screwed in the portion to money ratio. The taste was good, it's a shame it was a child's portion size and the cost if gourmet. read more

On a referral from a neighbor we tried Cinco. Both my wife and I were very pleased with our meals. We are glad to have another option for lunch or dinner and we will be back. read more

In the neighborhood for a movie and didn't want burgers and can never pass up Mexican, This is in the plaza of the theatre so convenient...BUT...service ok, ceiling surrounding air vents super dusty which leads me to wonder how the areas I can't see are maintained...ordered my favorite chimichanga and it was basically tortilla stuffed with bland ground beef and covered in cheese that had already begun to harden...I did not finish it or take any home...rare for me , pretty much the same thoughts from my husband about his fajitas...so won't be returning to Cinco's again!!!! read more

First of all our waiter Carlos was super nice and that's the reason this isn't a 1 Star review, we ordered Quesabirrias and we're not prepared for how bland the food was,the Quesabirria tortillas were lightly coated with what I think is Mole sauce and that I can't confirm because it was bland, the consomé that you're supposed to dip the food in tasted like nothing. I asked for spicy salsa and I can't say I've ever been charged extra for a little cup of Salsa while eating at the restaurant and It's not a lot but it says a lot about how they care more for profit than your satisfaction. I honestly don't recommend this place to be your go to Mexican food place. read more

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Well..... if the bar actually had a bar tender we would have had more than one beer. Very disappointed at the lack of attention. Most people who order one beer and apps and dinner want at least one more beer. No server has been back here for 20 min. This is the money maker area! The bar! Ghost town.... crickets. Adios! On to the next place with my cash. Apparently they don't want us to pay, either. We're going to find someone.... read more

Best Mexican we have had in Bluffton. They take Covid seriously as well. Excellent frozen margaritas. Huge menu. Pleasant service. Only score I take a star away is for the fajitas- they should be sizzling hot when they come out. We will be back soon. read more

I have been a frequent flyer to this place for years. The steak tacos are a personal favorite.

I was very upset with the service and the food. I had ordered a shrimp/chicken burrito... I asked for grilled chicken and ended up getting a chicken bone where I almost choked on... on top of the tail of a shrimp. My beans were cold and it took maybe 30 minutes for me to get a drink. Not happy with my food or service. Won't be coming here again. I was expecting a lot more. Their guacamole is decent not the best... Forget about getting a drink at the bar with only one bartender. read more

Cinco Mexican Grill - Mexican Near Me - Bluffton, South Carolina

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3 out of 5ppl are vegan so after asking a few questions regarding options we came in. No need for a reservation and staff was nice. IF YOU ARE VEGAN/VEGETARIAN BEWARE: After asking if the beans are in pork lard, we were told no so it was ok for us. We modified the vegetarian fajitas by excluding cheese and sour cream. I then remembered to ask if the rice is vegan and not cooked in chicken broth (often done in Mexican) AND IT IS cooked with chicken seasoning. THIS IS NOT VEG FRIENDLY. Fine. We said no rice. But putting these items under Vegetarian on the menu is misleading and inaccurate. If you're a long time vegan like me you know what to ask and not assume but I feel bad for those who don't know. This aside, this chips and homemade guac was really good but the frozen margarita was runny. Overall not too impressed here. read more

we went for dinner party of 4. The food at this fair priced mexican spot was very very delicious. I had the Cinco Fajitas and told them of my shrimp allergy. they doubled up on the chicken automatically without asking and the fajitas were seasoned and cooked excellently. I wasked for more torillas and I plenty more and fast. My wife ordered Tex mex rice that she said was delicious. the rice was good the cheese sauce was great, Shrimp seasoned well and cooked to a perfect "C"" shape. Birria Tacos were excellent as well. margaritas an rum punch punch were tastey, not super strong. and fast service with polite waitor. Surprisingly good place based off price, and service. read more

I struggle to give this place even 3 stars. We walked in the door and what you would think was a host stand was a order entry computer. The woman in front of us went and found someone to seat us. Then, when we were being shown to our table I slipped on food that was in the middle of the isle. Multiple patrons asked if I was ok but not once did any employee ask if I was ok. It really shook me up because it did hurt, but at least I didn't fall all the way. Service was slow, but I am not hitting them on that, food was cold, so it was sitting for a while. Food was good but we have multiple better options in the area so we won't be going back. read more

Sad to say that Cinco has gotten money hungry. Went last evening and had two people in our party order the frajitas. They no longer come with the tortillas you have to purchase them separately. Also, when you ask for sour cream you have to buy this plate which contains lettuce, tomato and the sour cream which is not even a tablespoon. We requested a takeout order for someone who could not attend and they tack a surcharge onto your bill for takeout. I guess it wasn't enough that we spent over $100 on dinners. Food always tastes good, but all the add-ins now are crazy. read more

This place has been one of the worst Mexican restaurants I ever have eaten at!!!! I heard from other people this place was bad, but i thought I gave it a try, so I came in, and order enchiladas poblanas and i got green sauce w tortillas and plain chicken! They had no flavor at all and I thought maybe is just " pipián" a green sauce very similar to " mole " but green, and they were really bad!! No flavor at all, the bartender had friends over and didn't even bother to ask if food was okay and he was concentrated on him and his little girlfriend of his! Definitely never coming back in here. I'm only rating this place with one star because of the beer! But other than that, the place sucks! Good-luck Coming here and wasting your money here! read more

Cinco Mexican Grill - Mexican Near Me - Bluffton, South Carolina

Newly relocated to the Hilton Head Area from CA. Was expecting to be disappointed with Mexican food after living in CA, but cannot tell you how bad this place was. I cannot believe that it is usually crowded , other than that there is not a lot of competition for Mexican restaurants and perhaps Southerners don't know what real margaritas and good Mexican food are supposed to taste like. First complaint --they use orange juice for margaritas. Really???? It was awful, so I went to the bar to see if I could get her to make me one with lime , simple syrup and tequila. No --they didn't have lime juice other than fresh limes and she didn't offer to use that. She pointed to her fresh orange juice squeezing machine. Very impressive --but what does that have to do with making a margarita? What Mexican restaurant doesn't know what to put in a margarita? Jeez. I have had better ones in Burma or Kenya where I wouldn't have expected them to know. Second: The service was awful. I must have waited 45 minutes for food and the crowds had left by then. I got up to ask if the kitchen was still open. Got my food. Third: The combo plate I ordered was worse than what I would expect from Taco Bell. The taco had meat similar to Taco Bell --weird stuff with a mushy texture. The rice and beans were tasteless. The enchilada had a soggy, tough tortilla and the red sauce was straight out of a can. Yuck. Complained to manager about both drink and dinner. She took the drink off ( of course --I didn't drink it) but suggested that I was just looking for a free meal. At 70 years old with a hefty bank account I am not accustomed to free meals. More than glad to pay , but I do expect it to be better than Taco Bell. She suggested that maybe I ordered the wrong meal. Me: Why would you have a wrong meal on the menu? Save your money --go someplace else. read more

Best Mexican food I've ever had in my life !! The queso is amazing - a must buy ! Best fajitas ever. I do feel like they could give less vegetables and more meat, but the portions are plentiful and everything is tasty. read more

2 nights in a row, these morons messed up my order. First time, I asked for no sour cream, so they threw it all over my food anyway, making half of it inedible for me. Tonight, they forgot half the ingredients in my order. When I called to speak to a manager, there is no manager. Lmao. Bella, couldn't care less and actually hung up on me! This restaurant is run by incompetent people, clearly. I asked for a refund after I realized they don't care....but guess what? They can't refund without a manager LMAO. But there is no manager in the building!! You don't get more useless than this company. Don't waste your money read more

This place has some of the best Mexican food I have had, since chi chi's was in business. Decor was a little tattered,server was not very friendly, but the food was awesome. Highly recommend the Texas Rice platter. read more

Cinco Mexican Grill - Fried ice cream and churros - Mexican Near Me - Bluffton, South Carolina

Our server Cindy super nice. The food was so good! Th food Came out super quick. Good portions for the prices. Definitely coming back soon

my friend and I went in for lunch. All I wanted was shrimp tacos. Been looking forward to them for quite some time. I've never had been there. so I ask the waitress if she had shrimp tacos she said yes, do I want them with everything I said "no" I just want the shrimp tacos so she pointed to the side menu and I ordered two shrimp tacos so they came with this chipotle sauce that I didn't like and didn't know was on therm because there was no description. then when I sent it back, the cook refused to make it new because he said that on another page of the menu where there was shrimp tacos. all the ingredients were there, and I should've known that there was chipotle sauce. well, I didn't know because I didn't read the other part of the menu where I didn't want that food so then he refused to make some new and it was so rude. He was the worst !! the last time never going back there. and I don't suggest you or anyone else go there also. read more