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    El Agave Azul

    3.9 (428 reviews)
    ModerateMexican, Seafood, Bars
    Closed 11:00 am - 10:30 pm
    Updated over 3 months ago

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    Moderate noise
    Good for kids
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    Menudo
    Mary R.

    So this is the first time I have come to actually sit and enjoy the place . Amazing and the meal was will friends of ours our friends Nelson is a server here I had menudo sooooo good. Just a traditional Mexican menudo like my mother use to make. Delicious. We will definitely be back soon... Friendly people and super quick on service.

    Drinks
    Yvonne W.

    The service and the food was AMAZING on Mother's Day ! The vibe was good as well. Dinner and drinks were not over priced, like most places. I was also told by the waitress that happy hour is great as well.

    Chile rellano
    Chante S.

    This place is so amazing!!! The ambiance, the service, the food and drinks!!! There is a reason why the parking lot os always full! They have daily deals and you cam watch the game here. There is also a full bar. My go to is the seafood enchiladas and Chile relleno, absolutely amazing. The flavors in both are top tier. Full of flavor!!!! The green sauce they use on the enchiladas is creamy and full of amazing flavors. When i feel like being fat, I get both!!! I highly recommend!!!!

    Campechana and diablito
    Jezabel D.

    Agave cook's their food to perfection. I gave this place a try several years back when they first open. Which no Yelp was available. I'm glad I payed a visit a second time. For those that know octopus it has to be cooked perfectly. I was really happy the first time that the second time the consistency was espectacular. I had a campechana and my husband had the fajitas. The meat was tender and the taste excellent all the flavors were represented. The beans and authentic rice are also good to highlight on. The service is cordial and very attentive, staff moves fast and is on top of your comfort. Ambiance the place very clean, and very pleasant. I really recommend this place for last minute drinks and dinner.

    Greasy enchiladas
    Gummy B.

    Low quality for high price! I ordered enchiladas, "chimichangas" and a pineapple agua fresca. The enchiladas were really oily, the "chimichangas" are the taquitos from Costco and the pineapple juice cup was filled to the brim with ice! I really used to like their food but they are skimping and making shitty food now.

    Margaritas
    Ella G.

    Really loved this spot!! The service was lovely. Super friendly and quick. The food is yummy, classic "hot plate" Mexican food. The flavor was pretty good. I liked my tamale plate; the rice was a little bit off somehow, but mostly delicious. The drinks were also a highlight, we all got margaritas including blended ones...delectable. The ambiance is okay, a bit loud with close tables, but the restaurant is really clean (including the bathrooms). Would love to return

    enchiladas
    Sarah L.

    Summary: I'll come back again, the food may not be exceptional, but it's not bad either. Food: They give you chips and salsa. Chips are good, not thin not thick, just tight. but personally, i like thicker chips. but that's preference. steak fajita was ok. meat was hard to a point i had to cut them in small pieces like a toddler will eat, just so i can chew them without getting stuck in my teeth. For the price, i would like to see more meat than veggies. i like the rice, it was cooked well, it was not mushy. salty but i liked it. black beans were good too. Space: Casual. lots of table. it gets loud. Service: Nothing exceptional. could be improved by being attentive to what the customers need. Parking: they have a parking on the side of the building.

    Sombrero salad
    Irene G.

    Every time we come here, the food and drink drinks are excellent. This time I ate a Sombrero salad and it was delicious.

    Veggie Fajitas
    paula c.

    El Agave Azul is now a regular on my rotation when I want Mexican food. The warm, crispy chips and fresh salsa that land on your table as soon as you sit down are hard to stop eating. The menu has all the usual items. Last night we enjoyed fajitas (veggie and chicken), carne asada plate and chicken tacos. Everything has always been great. I especially love that the veggies in the fajitas are cooked perfectly and not overly sauced. Margaritas are one of the stars here so plan to enjoy one or more (they even have pitchers). There is a bar with TVs, 2 big rooms and a room that looks like it's for a private party. The restaurant itself is nicely decorated, big enough to accommodate drop ins without a reservation. They always seem to have plenty of wait staff so it can almost seem like you're rushed but I think they're just very efficient. Last night when we said we weren't ready to order, our server gave us space and time to peruse the menu while chatting.

    Carnitas Fajitas
    Asia T.

    Went here on the suggestion of my great aunt, who has known the manager for years. I was surprised at the size of the restaurant when we walked in on a Sunday evening. Lots of families here chilling, some celebrating birthdays too. It seems like a genuine Richmond locals spot, with all demos represented. My grandma is like 90 years old and she definitely enjoyed the Caldo de Pollo here. Large portions, with the flavors and dishes being more on the Mexican-American size. Think sizzling fajitas and margaritas served in large glasses. My carnitas fajitas was enough for at least two meals.

    Steak fajita Yum
    Sharon L.

    I can't tell you enough about this place. This place was amazing. It was very clean ambience very nice. The service amazing food delicious a must come.

    Mangonada margarita
    Amanda T.

    This place was so yummy definitely recommend the Molcajete to share comes with the rice and beans. The drinks were decently priced and tasted worth it ;) Also, i cannot remember her name but ppl mentioned her in the reviews they are all true she was an amazing waitress! Remember to tip her good she deserves it!lol

    Carnitas,  rice and black beans.
    Sanilie F.

    My most recent visit was great, just like all the other times lol. I love that the food here is always consistent, very flavorful and plated well. It's always nice coming here with family and friends. Overall, a great place to get authentic Mexican food.

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    Thank you Salvador! See you soon.

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    Thank you Sharon! We can't wait to serve you again!

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    Excellent solid dependable Mexican food in a fun locals environment with excellent friendly professional service. Highly recommend!!

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    24 days ago

    The carnitas Fajitas was so flavorful! And the corn soup was amazing! Def coming back.

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    3 months ago

    Food was excellent and service is great. Thanks for a great food experience. Full bar nice television with all the games on

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    Thank you John!

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    Thank you, Daniel. We hope to see you soon!

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    4 months ago

    I love the service, the food, the drinks everything is delicious and a very clean restaurant

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    Thank you Salvador!

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    We are always happy to welcome you back, Kerry. Thank you!

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    Hi Bill, it was a pleasure to have you! We hope to see you soon.

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    4 months ago

    Great food and very nice people. We love going to this place! Can't recommend it enough

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    Thank you Peggy!

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    Is there outside service,tables?

    Yes, we have 9 tables outside that seat up to 8 people. Please follow social distancing rules.

    Happy hour for this restaurant?

    No happy yet but they was planning to start one soon..

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    The Factory Bar - A view of the patio at the factory bar

    The Factory Bar

    4.0(205 reviews)
    0.5 mi
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    The Factory Bar is one of those places that just feels right the moment you walk in…read more From the outside, it has that clean industrial look, but once you step inside, the space opens up into something warm and layered. Exposed beams lined with old Richmond street signs, vintage photos, leather chairs, soft lighting. It feels thoughtful without feeling staged. You can tell someone cares about the details. The drink program is strong across the board. Good beer selection, a nice mix of wine, and a full bar for cocktails and spirits. What really impressed me, though, was the quality of the cocktails. They are balanced, well-crafted, and made by bartenders who clearly know what they're doing. Some of the best cocktails I've had at any bar, not just locally. The staff is friendly and genuinely helpful. You never feel rushed or overlooked. It feels like a neighborhood place that also happens to take its drinks seriously. And the patio is a standout. String lights woven through the trees, heaters for cooler nights, tucked-away seating that feels almost like someone's backyard gathering spot. It's intimate and relaxed, the kind of space where conversations stretch on longer than you planned. This is not a flashy club and it's not a pretentious cocktail lounge. It's a well-run, character-filled bar that brings people together. Richmond is lucky to have it. Five stars, easily.

    Looking for a super cool bar in the Richmond area? The Factory Bar is full of Richmond pride,…read morelocated off San Pablo Ave. Upon walking in, your greeted by security carding patrons (it's been a while since I've been carded, haha) and you can begin noticing the nodes to Richmond in art, decor, collectibles, and sips. It was a beautiful weekend evening and we sat in a room adjacent to the main bar in super comfy lounge chairs. This room is where karaoke and other events take place. There's great ventilation, and it's just quite honestly a great space to chill with friends, and also observe all the fun Richmond memorabilia. We also sat in the outdoor space, a super nice garden area that is well-kept and a great option to enjoy on these beautiful sunny days. I had a watermelon margarita and it was so fresh & tasty, I thought it was already summer! Friendly staff and environment filled with regulars and newcomers alike. They seem to have food trucks regularly, and we ordered food to-go from the Brazilian truck outside. Deliciously unique! There's also a few spots nearby you can bring food in from (an ice cream/waffle shop next door and Tacos El Tucan too). We took a ride share, but street parking is available. Looking forward to coming on an event night to catch the local vibes.

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    The Factory Bar - Back area of the bar at factory bar

    Back area of the bar at factory bar

    The Factory Bar - A good Sazerac

    A good Sazerac

    The Factory Bar - Overflow bar, seating and entrance to the restrooms

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    Overflow bar, seating and entrance to the restrooms

    The Study - Orange wine: unstirred, top is crispy white wine, bottom is more floral flavorful orange wine ( Thank you Tyler!)

    The Study

    4.6(19 reviews)
    2.8 mi
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    We went to Purity Wine for my friends birthday and had the best experience. The vibe was cozy and…read moreintimate, and everything felt really thoughtful. Our host was amazing, so friendly and knowledgeable, and they made us feel so welcomed and taken care of the whole time. The wines were incredible, and they truly made this birthday celebration feel special. We'll definitely be back!

    Every day we think about how lucky we are to live in marina bay... it's becoming a foodie enclave…read morewith stunning bay views, the Sf ferry docking nearby the grand bay trail meandering along the shores, great "mild weather" it seems to always Hover between 65-75 In the day. Kayaks, yachts,bikes, wind surfing fishing and a a slew of casual fun and funky eateries cropping up. It's been a few years since Noel warmly welcomed us "neighbors" into his establishment, prior to officially opening. Through the ups n Downs of Covid and him finding his business legs, we've happily supported this spot, meeting his entire family in the process. Well he is still sweet and humble but.... Busy! I mean as in this organic wine thing is... a big THING! I hi knew??? Apparently Noel did! He's graduated from the curious neighbors and locals featuring his Purity wines, to coop with a dedicated following of passionate organic wine makers and their entourage of fans , Friends devotees; restauranteurs, and media moguls all centered around the notion of organic wines aka a cast of thousands! Damn grapes never had it so good. Case and point Point now following his Instagram account lead by his bike riding enthusiast protege, Tyler, the Study hosted a massive event last weekend. We didn't plan to attend but were curious and anxious to see if it was a success or a bust. The event By the way featured more than 20 wine makers, there was food fun music and when we drove by as nosy neighbors, we heard the music pumping. Wow the crowd was massive! Standing room only spilling onto the drive way and garage bay. Of course the crowd was typical Bay Area, ethnically diverse hip, smart and totally having a blast! You may be wondering why we didn't go? We have a puppy who is bat shit cray cray. He loves people so much he would be all over anyone who say ah cute puppy and mayhem would be the result! Not to mention the wine spillage food tables rummaged. All this even tho Noel insists we bring Koa over so the team can meet him. Well maybe a lazy Thursday or Friday evening when things aren't quite off the chain.which frankly... seems to be an impossible goal. The study wine bar is chocked full of wine related happenings and the fan base has exploded! Hell I remember I had to help Noel create his Yelp account. For 2 years he had less than 10 folks commenting! Wow times have changed! To quote Steve Harvey, You go boy!!! The variety, creativity and passion of Noel and his fellow wine stompers, have the neighborhood buzzing... in a good way.

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    All Pau pop-up

    The Study - Fish & bonez pop-up - potato tostada

    Fish & bonez pop-up - potato tostada

    The Study - Natural wine Syrah ( Rhône blend) tasted surprisingly tannin and vibrant

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    Natural wine Syrah ( Rhône blend) tasted surprisingly tannin and vibrant

    East Brother Beer Company - The Red Lager *cheers*

    East Brother Beer Company

    4.6(201 reviews)
    3.2 mi
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    Refreshing beer, lots of space. Loved the ambiance here also, you could definitely host large…read moreparties. I came Saturday around 4 and it wasn't busy at all. They have a lot of potential! Located in the back of the building where you park (free parking & big lot)! They have about one beer of every kind, so limited options but also not limited. :) They ran out of some of the canned beers I'd would've wanted to take home, but I guess that's just how good their beer is!

    Came here with friends on a Saturday with a great Groupon deal - everyone gets a pint of beer plus…read morea 4 pack. Again Great deal! First time being here and was a little confused when I pulled up into the parking lot, but saw kids running around everywhere and heard music - so followed the noise. The brewery is located inside of a warehouse and we happened to show up on East Brother Beer Companies 9th birthday, which meant TONS of people, loud music, and no seating. With that said I realize that most likely this is not the usual case so giving it 4 stars. They have seating inside and out. Bathrooms pretty clean, a handful of arcade games. My issue was with the beer selection - more on the limited side. We tried a couple samples and were not wowed. The only one that stood out was the Golden IPA. Overall I would not come back due to the beer selection, BUT if you are a fan of IPAs I imagine this is the place for you.

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    East Brother Beer Company - The entrance leading into the restaurant where you can see tables.

    The entrance leading into the restaurant where you can see tables.

    East Brother Beer Company - Enjoying a pilsner

    Enjoying a pilsner

    East Brother Beer Company - January 2024. Taproom Series: Kölsch. No growlers, available to go in four packs only.

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    January 2024. Taproom Series: Kölsch. No growlers, available to go in four packs only.

    Armistice Brewing Company - Armistice had some tasty beer!

    Armistice Brewing Company

    4.3(220 reviews)
    2.2 mi
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    Had a comfortable stay meanwhile Sienna was there but as soon as another host took over named Joyce…read morethe whole mood changed. She was rude and saying the kids weren't allowed at the bar area when the place clearly says kid friendly. We felt uncomfortable and decided to close tab, and she continued to show aggression and make sure we knew she was the manager and was nothing we can do about it. Been to many breweries and this is the worst so far just due the management. Update on my review.... I just got kicked out and I'm sure it was due to the review. The manager herself asked us to leave right after the review. When we asked why all she could say was because my kids were running around having fun with no warning whatsoever that they were being disruptive, how coincidental.

    My SO and I frequent Armistice Brewing Company as it is a close walk from our place. They always…read morehave a good selection and rotate their beers so there's always something new to try. They have a food truck outside if you want some food. They also have Mexican food across the street as well that's worth a try. They also have a hard seltzer and a smoothie beer usually on top for those who don't drink beer. Honestly all their IPA's are great and they make delicious hazy IPA's as well. They also have happy hour Monday all day where beers are $6 each. The staff are always friendly and welcoming.

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    Armistice Brewing Company - Unit 3 event space

    Unit 3 event space

    Armistice Brewing Company - Butter's Burgers truck now at Armistice! Delish!!

    Butter's Burgers truck now at Armistice! Delish!!

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    Copper Mug  - Red Empress- no additives, edible rose petals, rose water from Pakistan, brutal champagne & elderflower rose gin.

    Copper Mug

    4.6(50 reviews)
    2.9 mi

    Copper Mug is a hidden gem in El Sobrante…read more This Punjabi-owned establishment offers something for everyone, with an extensive selection of local beers, thoughtfully crafted cocktails, and a menu featuring both Indian/Nepalese and American favorites. Some of my highlights were: * Sweet Thai Chili Chicken Wings - perfectly cooked with just the right amount of crisp and sauce * CA Catfish - a generous portion, flavorful, and not fishy at all * Chicken Momos - I prefer them fried, and the house hot sauce is absolutely worth trying My favorite drink was an off-menu cocktail: a twist on a pisco sour. Ask for Param's Pisco. The owner is incredibly hospitable and happy to offer recommendations if you're unsure what to order. Service was prompt and attentive, and the atmosphere was warm, welcoming, and perfect for catching up with friends or unwinding after a long day.

    We were curious about this place and went in to try it. It has Indian food, bar appetizers, and…read morethey specialize in mule drinks. We got the chicken wing appetizers, dumplings, hubby wanted to try a mule and I got a mango lassi. I will say the mango lassi is the best one I have ever had. It's not too sweet, just the right consistency, is really pretty with the pistachios and cardamom sprinkled on top, and just hits the spot for me! The service was excellent. The owner is one of the friendliest guys you will ever meet. He is talkative, welcoming, upbeat, and very friendly! The place is clean, and you can tell the owner really cares about the menu and wants to be sure he has things the customer likes. I love the mango lassi here and have returned several times just to get one!

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    Copper Mug  - The lounge

    The lounge

    Copper Mug  - Samosa Chat- Sweet, tangy and savory. SO GOOD!! Definitely try this!

    Samosa Chat- Sweet, tangy and savory. SO GOOD!! Definitely try this!

    Copper Mug  - Beautiful bar

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    Beautiful bar

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