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    El Azteca Mexican Restaurant

    2.6 (337 reviews)
    ModerateMexican
    Closed 11:00 am - 9:00 pm

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    Moderate noise
    Casual
    Dogs allowed
    Good for kids

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    Mona A.

    Lovely place , didn't expect it to be a big place . It's nice and clean , food was good , staff friendly, good atmosphere all around . Will definitely go back .

    Ground beef Chimichanga
    Talesha C.

    We came here on a Thursday night and were seated pretty quickly even thought they closed in less than an hour. Our waiter was great and arrived at the table when she was needed as well. I ordered the ground beef chimichanga with rice. The queso that was poured over the chimichanga and onto a bit of the rice was so good together! I mean my goodness. And the chimichanga was stuffed with ground beef so I was not left wanting at all. My only downside was the frozen mango margarita, it was not good at all and I definitely wouldn't order it again.

    Frozen margaritas -- "regular" and strawberry
    Meredith R.

    El Azteca, is NOT four-star worthy across the board. Their salsa is soupy and overly hot. Requesting salsa a bit milder, we were given warm liquid that I'm guessing beans were cooked in. Feh! T's frozen margarita was fine. Mine -- strawberry -- had little flavor. Our server brought a jigger of strawberry syrup, warning me that it's very sweet. I added a judicious amount, making the drink better, but still not the best margarita I've ever had. So where do the four stars come in? My lunch -- Texas fajita quesadillas -- was great! And big. Too much for one meal. The quesadillas were filled with beef, chicken, shrimp, peppers and onions, served alongside a guacamole salad. My idea of a perfect lunch. T's carnitas didn't look as good as what he gets in our usual restaurant. He said they were delicious, adding the caveat that I wouldn't like them because they're fatty. So there you have it. If you like quesadillas, try what I got. And if the weather is conducive, it's really nice to sit outside on the patio.

    Karen D.

    I placed an order from the yelp menu for the Texas fajita for$12.45. When I got there to pick it up, the receipt, was for $27. I asked why because I've only placed an order for one Texas fajita. The hostess said that the cost of the Texas fajita was not $12.45. I asked to speak to the manager, Mr. J. Torres. who showed me the menu and said what I ordered was $21.99. He would not honor the Internet/Yelp price so I left the order there. He said what appeared on yelp was not their concern. I felt they should've honored the price that I saw when I place the order from yelp. He confirmed the phone number that was on the yelp menu was the same as the actual restaurant menu. I thought it was very poor customer service not to honor the price that was indicated when I placed the order online.

    Beef hard shell tacos without cheese
    Jennifer S.

    I have been coming here for years, the food is consistent and good, usually it comes out very quickly. They have several veggie options to choose from, and whole veggie section on the menu. They have recently given the restaurant a makeover and is much brighter inside. I will return.

    Frozen guava margarita
    Tanesha B.

    Amazing service here. I ordered the shrimp fajitas with a guava margarita. Fresh food and the vibe is just right. Outside seating on an overcast day feels amazing.

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    Tyler S.

    We have seen this location driving on the main road a dozen times and figured we'd try it out. I'd read more good reviews in the recent months compared to the not so good that kept its rating so low. Here's what I got on my visit. The outside's vibrant colors draws you in, but once you actually enter the atmosphere is a bit more drab and glum. Faded paint, scratched up old menus, and just no vibrancy Mexico is known for. The hostess and server were both very kind, but table service was very inattentive. We waited a good 5 minutes before being greeted at the table. Doesn't seem that long but it is when you're thirsty or hungry . The cheese dip was great and salsa on point. Period. The salsa had incredible flavors; fresh tomatoes and the kick of pepper to spice it up. I ordered the Chicken taco salad just to keep it simple and it was very disappointing. The chicken had no flavor and just seemed it had been sitting for hours. We also order the chicken fajita quesadilla, and it was decent. A bit more flavor on the fajita chicken but still pretty bland. With having over 100+ Authentic Mexican restaurants operating in the Metro Atlanta Area, I don't recommend choosing this one--despite the temptation from the beautiful exterior. I felt like I was eating on Restaurant Impossible, just without Robert Irvine.

    Rice and beans
    Leila M.

    We ended up at El Azteca after a movie. It was around 9:45 and many of the other restaurants in the area were about to close. My friends and I understand how annoying it can be to dine in near closing time but with a little over a full hour we thought we could be in and out without overstaying our welcome. When we walked in the hostess rolled her eyes at us. Our group offered to leave if it was too close to their 11 PM closing time. She insisted it was fine even though her body language said otherwise and we got a table in the bar area. I ordered a Mango Chili margarita, 3 tacos with a side of rice and beans. Everything was okay. I paid for it so I was going to eat it but everything was bland. Severely lacking flavor. I didn't finish any of my tacos and there wasn't any salt or pepper on the table to help me save the beans. The chips and salsa were also lacking any discernible flavor. The Mango Chili margarita was the best thing I ordered. There wasn't anything else that would make me stop in to try this place again.

    Piña Colada... still had large chunks of ice
    Khalilah A.

    I dropped in while in the area to get a good drink & some good food... BIG mistake. The Piña colada was basic & not strong & the chicken tacos were not very good or flavorful. I ordered a fried chicken taco & a regular chicken taco and there didn't taste authentic or hearty. The waitress was a bit impatient with me although told her it was my 1st time there. That was disappointing because I has questions. It was loud and the stale drink made my experience so WACK! On the menu they even have, "no refunds for drinks"... which means they know the drinks aren't good ... would never go back.

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    service was horrible. our order was not put in and we waited 30 mins until our server realized. so disappointed.

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    Really good fajitas and combo meals. Quick service and always enjoyed my meals. Loved the guac

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    Good low key Mexican food. Margaritas are tasty! Always quick to get in and out. Great patio.

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    7 months ago

    This is our go-to Mexican spot for takeout or a casual meal. No frills, just a local institution that never disappoints

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    Way to expensive with the drinks but the service is ok there is a wine who works here who will put her heart and soul into it

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    El Azteca is our family's favorite Mexican restaurant. The food and service are always top notch!

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    Fives across the board…read more Casi Cielo is incredible. The space is warm and beautiful without trying too hard, and the crowd was hip and well dressed. Definitely a place to be seen and eat well. There's a parking garage but it was full when we got there, so we did valet, which was surprisingly affordable. Service was wonderful. Our server was attentive, helpful, and super knowledgeable about the menu. As for the food, we got: Aguachile de Pescado, which was insane. Super fresh, bright, citrusy, ceviche-like with perfect texture. I would go back just for that. The Hamachi was clean and bright. That avocado sauce tied everything together and gave it some depth without overpowering the fish. The Pork Belly Tostadas were crispy and rich with that smooth avocado mousse and sweet mango salsa balancing it out perfectly. Finally, the bone marrow with steak... so good. I had seen pictures of it before I came and it did not disappoint. The steak was incredibly tender. They bring blue corn tortillas and suggest making a taco with the marrow, steak, and avocado. It's great that way. But honestly, the marrow and steak stand perfectly on their own. Whole experience was excellent. Easily one of my favorite spots in the city now.

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    El Rey del Taco

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    Very good food . Nice ambiance. A real cut above chain restaurants…read moreFriendly staff. Its a fun lively place. Food came out in a reasonable time.

    The first time I tried to come to El Rey Del Taco, I couldn't find a parking spot. I've been back…read morethree times since then, and I understand the hype. They have quickly become my favorite place to get Mexican food. Let's get into it! Location and Parking They are located on Buford Highway in a small shopping plaza. The lot is medium sized, but they are sharing it with a few other businesses, and depending on the night it could definitely be hard to find a spot so keep that in mind. Venue and Atmosphere The venue is decently sized with both booths and regular tables. There are beautiful paintings hung all over, and the decorations that make you feel like you've stepped into a little part of Mexico. Atmosphere is super casual and comfortable. Food and drinks Now the menu here is massive. Take your time and prepare to be overwhelmed, because everything sounds amazing. Here's a breakdown of what we got each time. 1st visit - El Rey Del Taco Parrillada It's meant to be shared with two people, and comes with a pound of beef ribs, your choice of chicken or al pastor meat, six shrimp wrapped in bacon, with melted cheese and chorizo, plus tortillas and charro beans. It was just as delicious as it sounds. 2nd visit - Tacos The pastor con queso and the shrimp al pastor with cheese, onions, and al pastor sauce. You're welcome. 3rd visit - Fajitas Fajitas Texanas, with steak chicken and shrimp. There are 7 different combinations of sides that you can get. We got white rice, salad, and charro beans. This can also be shared, which my wife and I did. Speaking of the charro beans, they have the best beans I have ever had. For drinks I got the supreme regular mango margarita. My wife got strawberry. Both great. Service Food came out fast, but other than that the service was a little slow. Our waitress was nice, but it did seem that she forgot about us for a little while. The food was so good that I forgave it, plus at the end of the day I got everything I needed. Verdict If you're looking for amazing food and drinks, this is absolutely the place to get it. It just might end up being your favorite too! Until next time!

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