This restaurant has become a real mainstay for me. I eat here all the time. Great family-owned restaurant with nice people running it. I love their Chimichanga Fajita. read more

2-for-1 margaritas... all day? Say less--I'm coming. (Even though I'm definitely a lightweight ) El Azteca Mexican Grill was such a great lunch spot. What better cerveza to pair with solid Mexican food? The service was excellent--we had three different attendants check on us, and every single one was friendly and attentive. One even helped me practice my Spanish, which I really appreciated. The vibe is festive and lively, with bright pops of color on the walls and classic Mexican restaurant décor that makes you feel welcome right away. Food prices were very affordable, and everything we had tasted great. My husband and I really enjoyed our lunch date here--we left full, happy, and slightly buzzed because they definitely do not skimp on the tequila. Give this place a chance--you won't regret it. read more

El Azteca Mexican Grill - Cancun Plate - Mexican Near Me - Lexington, Kentucky

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I have been coming here since they opened. I've always enjoyed the food and the extra friendly people who work here. However, my last 3 or 4 visits have left me disappointed. We go early, usually around 4pm, sometimes we're the only ones there. I understand they probably aren't fully staffed at this time, but service has become almost non existent. I've had to go find someone for refills and even to get a check. One server seems to be covering the bar area and the restaurant itself. The saving grace has always been the extraordinary Chile Colorado. Ordered it today and they had changed it to the same not so pleasant recipe that most other Mexican restaurant have. Please go back to how you've made it since you opened. And please, if you aren't busy, take care of the customers you have. I really want to see you guys be successful. read more

The food was 10/10 especially the churros/desert and the waiters were super nice, overall the whole vibe of the restaurant deserves way more hype! read more

El Azteca Mexican Grill - Mexican Near Me - Lexington, Kentucky

Love the food and atmosphere ! I's across town from where we live but it's worth the drive.....oh and their margaritas are so good !

As a former server I try to give grace. The last 3x I've went it took longer than 30 min to take my order. The last 2x an hour went by when I finally said forget it. It has gone down hill from the original people who ran it I won't be back not that it's hurting their pocket books. read more

Great service, VERY reasonable prices, and a ton of FINE choices!! We had the place to ourselves on a late Sunday afternoon, along with 2x1 margaritas. My two Chiles Rellenos were ok, not the best I've had, but every else's stuff looked great. Hope to make it back here next time I'm in Lexington, try some of their other especialidades de la casa, and maybe even catch the live music they offer on Friday and Saturday nights!! TONS of choices for good Mexican food here in Lex., and this was a great hidden surprise!! read more

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This is good Mexican. The menu is a little different but the food is similar to other Mexican restaurants. It's fresh and fast and tasty. The atmosphere here is nice. read more

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A lovely Mexican restaurant with great prices, friendly service, and great food (the menu has a wide variety of options!). The food was tasty and we also enjoyed the complimentary chips and salsa! I came here for the first time with a friend of mine a few weeks ago and we both are excited to come back throughout the summer (they have a lot of great cocktails on their menu including a fun margaritas bucket set up that looks great to share with friends!). We also tried their churro dessert which was delicious as well! The ambiance was lovely and upbeat, perfect for summer nights! read more

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Food was great and service was incredible. Covered outdoor bar and patio is also my new favorite spot in Lexington. read more

El Azteca Mexican Grill - Covered outdoor bar - Mexican Near Me - Lexington, Kentucky

Man. I can not recommend this place enough. You can tell the managers run a tight ship and the servers are WOKDERFUL!!!! The salsa, queso, my entre, etc. it's so good everytime. I woukdnt dare go anywhere else. You definitely feel taken care of here!!!! read more

My family and I have been going since it's opening and always have a good meal at a great price with good service. Tonight Alfonso was our server and he was wonderful. He was very friendly and fun with lots of energy! Thank you Alfonso you made our night read more

I miss my authentic Mexican tacos and this place has some really solid tacos with good flavor! I wish there was some salsa served with them but it was good regardless and the service was great! read more

I've been meaning to try El Azteca since its opening a while back and finally made it over there this weekend! Our group dined early (5pm) since we have small kids, and were able to get a table for 7 without a problem. The restaurant filled up pretty soon after that though. As soon as we were seated, fresh chips and salsa were brought out to us and our drink orders were taken. For my entree I had the veggie fajitas which were really good! The veggies weren't overly cooked or greasy and it came with rice, beans, lettuce, and some pico/avocado. Overall, pretty good Mexican fare- nothing standout amazing, but I'd definitely go back! read more

I got my food via door dash, delivery went good nothing was spilled and everything was packaged good. My food was really good I loved the rice and beans. The rice was made perfectly. I got a fajita I wish it was cooked a little more but I personally like my food kind of charred. But it taste amazing and I would highly recommend it read more

El Azteca Mexican Grill - Rice and beans - Mexican Near Me - Lexington, Kentucky

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Great food and always great service. They are so kind to everybody. Love going here and love taking my family!

I joined some friends here a few weeks ago on a Friday night. The majority of the restaurant was empty and they were seating most people close to the bar in the room with a garage door. We sat next to large garage door or windows and froze!! Almost no heat there. Food was decent but I prefer my neighborhood Mexican spot. I would try it again since several friends consider it their favorite Mexican place. read more

Fantastic place great food and owners are sweet people. Great prices and location. Give them a try

Restaurant looks cool and chic from outside and inside. Everything was very clean (including bathrooms) and the indoor/outdoor patio situation was giving summer vibes. Staff were attentive, competent, friendly, and we had some great laughs! Food was delicious, margarita selection was top I recommend the margarita with bourbon but we tried them all and loved them all for different reasons. I had the tacos de carne asada and would recommend it to all taco lovers. No weird boingy gristle pieces (y'all know what I mean). Great place to go for a date or with friends and large parties or alone to sit at the bar. read more

El Azteca Mexican Grill - Tacos de carne asada, the margarita with sangria swirl, chips, salsa, and queso - Mexican Near Me - Lexington, Kentucky

Food is fresh and delicious. The servers are walking if not running to provide timely, quality service. Salsa is good, add a little hot sauce provided and it's just to my personal liking. Fresh, hot flavorful. This is an upstanding restaurant and the prices reflect that. Very unique tasteful ambiance, great for a first date, family gathering, team meeting, there's room for it all. read more

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Little disorganized but good food and quick service. I wouldn't recommend doing a carry out order on the phone.

Perfect local spot for those in Chinoe/Gainesway area. Food was great. Interior is nice and roomy. Kid friendly. Wonderful margaritas. Super fast and friendly service. This will be our new go-to for Mexican food. read more

El Azteca Mexican Grill - Corona Margarita - Mexican Near Me - Lexington, Kentucky

Tonight was our first visit. It was not very good. In my opinion, if the salsa is bad, I am not going back. Their salsa was as bland and tasty as ketchup. I asked for spicy salsa and they brought out something that set my mouth on fire. The salsa should have been palatable on its own, but it was not. Additionally, I asked for well-done steak. My steak was medium at best. Save your money! Taco Bell is better than this place. read more

Carne AsadaTacos De Carne Asada is great and it's so friendly for everyone who likes food read more

Good food selection great friendly service nice ambiance and live music several days a week my wife and I definitely recommend it now that we've recommended it make sure to leave a table for my wife and I read more

This Mexican Restaurant is by far the best in Lexington!! Amazing Food & Service Everytime!!!

I don't understand the other ratings. Food: shrimp ceviche was good, taco salad was bad, fajitas were ok. In General it seemed they ran out of salad greens as there were hardly greens with any. The taco salad was basically ground beef with cheese and maybe rice - cannot tell what it was but for sure no salad. Drink: Margarita: good taste but mainly ice cubes therefore overpriced. Ambiente overall reasonable space and interior but the live music was loud and at least I wouldn't call it good, so the live music made it a worse experience rather than a better one. Waiter was very kind. Will not return. read more

Great service, with delicious food. Highly recommended not to mention the margarita bucket which is amazingly great

Before anything was served our silverware were extremely dirty with food and all. Food was bland. Service was ok nice people but our server seems new and brought some wrong things. read more

The food is great! I got their nachos and they are so good, plus they have great pico. I just love it and it feels very authentic. The space seems a little empty though. The servers are great and they have fast food delivery times! Love this place and I would definitely recommend. read more

Very impressed. The food was fantastic. The building is clean and spacious. The service is outstanding. The jalapeño margarita was the BEST margarita I have ever had. read more

Visited for the first time and will be going back anytime I'm craving some molcajete! One order is defiantly enough for two. Very nice restaurant decor and wait staff was friendly and efficient. Happy we have it a try! read more

El Azteca Mexican Grill - Mexican Near Me - Lexington, Kentucky

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Order delivery got two different dips, one small bag of chips about the size of a sandwich bag and was told that you only get one small bag of chips no matter how many dips you order. read more

Fantastic food. Small crowd. Fast service friendly staff. Had multiple servers checking on me while I ate.

Delicious and the best service. Seriously everything I've ordered here is so good. The staff is so friendly and accommodating. My favorite Mexican restaurant in the area! read more

Convenient to where I live. Between Tates Creek and Richmond Road in Chinoe Plaza so, I can avoid high traffic areas and go out and get a good meal without the hassle. read more

I loved the atmosphere, the food, the service definitely check it out ! It's a hidden gem that needs more visibility