one of my favorite spots great food, drinks and a friendly…read morestaff great happy hour the coconut marg is the best !!

1 star because they opened again. I had hoped a decent restaurant would take the space. 2 stars for…read morethe food. 3 stars for the drinks. 5 stars for the fact you never need reservations as there's always plenty of empty tables. Even the tourists know better.

Came back to bring some friends, and everyone agreed this was the best meal of the night! This…read moreplace definitely isn't a hidden gem anymore--it was packed. There was a large party that seemed to cause major delays, and we ended up waiting about an hour for our food. Thankfully, the drinks were strong, so we had a great time catching up while we waited. We started with the guacamole, which was incredibly fresh and addictive. I ordered the Fresh Herbs Swai, and although they were out of the coconut rice, the dish was still flavorful and delicious. We also tried the Cuban 4 Leches cake and flan, and both were pretty good. Despite the long wait, this remains one of my favorite low-key spots. The food never disappoints, and I plan to return whenever I'm in the area.

We came here after the World Cup final match expecting to have a nice dinner. The first couple of…read moredishes, including the nachos, were actually pretty good. Everything changed when our fajitas arrived. We ordered the Mixed Fajitas with beef steak, shrimp, and chicken. After we'd been eating for a while, my husband suddenly said the steak smelled and tasted spoiled. I realized I had noticed an odd smell when I ate a piece earlier, but I thought maybe it was just me. Then one of our friends said she thought it tasted bad too and had actually spit it out into a napkin. We immediately called the server over. He took the entire cast-iron fajita skillet back to the kitchen and said he would check with the chef. After a long wait, he came back and told us that both the chef and the prep cook insisted there was nothing wrong with the steak because it had been cut just yesterday. They claimed the "smell" was coming from the sauce. We asked them to bring us the sauce separately. We all tasted it, and the sauce had absolutely no bad smell at all. It clearly wasn't the source of the problem. Even then, they refused to acknowledge that anything was wrong with the steak, but they could remake the meat if we want. We then asked to speak with the manager. A young manager came over, we asked if any of them has tasted the beef steak left in the fajitas skillet, she said she believed us tasted and smelled it but she simply repeated the same explanation. She said they were a family-owned business that cared deeply about their reputation, so the meat had to be fresh. Her solution remained unchanged, she can bring us a remake of the meat. By that point, we had already finished most of the meal. What good would another plate do? We weren't asking for more food--we wanted them to acknowledge the issue and handle it appropriately. The ending was honestly unbelievable. They took just $6 off the entire bill, saying they had removed the cost of the steak from the fajitas. I've never experienced a resolution like that at any restaurant. The only conclusion I can come to is that this is a tourist area in Fort Lauderdale. They saw that we were visitors, figured we'd be leaving town soon, and simply didn't care about making things right because we'd probably never be back anyway. I haven't left reviews at Yelp for many years, but I'd like to share this experience. Hopefully it helps others decide whether they want to take the risk of dining here.

Food was delish …read more Appetizers: the short rib empanadas so good , loved the two salsas that came with the chips and the elote was good Main: shrimp tacos were really good , fajitas were standard and the short rib burrito was a good size. Our server was kind , helpful and offered recommendations. Loved the ambiance, funky great for a date or just casually with family.

Went here on a Saturday night and even though it was busy, the service was surprisingly quick…read more Everyone was friendly, attentive, and made sure we had everything we needed. We started with the chips and salsa, which was very good. The red salsa definitely had some spice to it, but it was so flavorful. I ordered the chicken quesadilla and it was really good with plenty of chicken and melted cheese in every bite. We ended the meal with the tres leches cake, and I'm glad we did. It was soft, creamy, and not overly sweet, which made it the perfect dessert. Really enjoyed everything and I'll definitely be back.

I really enjoy this Mexican spot--it's giving mom and pops in the best way! The parking situation…read morecan be a bit tricky since there aren't many spots, and it does get pretty busy during peak hours (which honestly just confirms the food is worth it). It's a small, no-frills place with a walk-up stand vibe. There's no indoor seating, just a few outdoor tables, but I usually grab my food to go. I stick to my favorites when I come here: tamales rojos and tamales verdes--both are so good and clearly made fresh. I also always get the taco platter, which comes with rice and beans. The rice is flavorful, and I usually mix up the tacos--chorizo, al pastor, and carne asada are my go-to combo. And the salsa verde? I could honestly drink it. It's that good. Overall, this is an amazing little Mexican spot with consistently fresh, made-to-order food. Definitely a neighborhood gem.

This is a take out spot. Has some benches outside. The tacos hit the spot. I'm from Cali and miss…read moretacos real Tacos. I will definitely be back

We got takeout from here and it was a great experience. We were able to order directly at the…read morehostess stand and sat the indoor bar while we waited for our orders. They both came out within 15 minutes and were packaged with care (shrimp and dressing separate from the salad, one set of utensils per dish ordered). I got the house salad with shrimp and the ingredients were fresh, delicious and filling. I would definitely come back here again!

My partner and I came for the brunch. A friend of hers recommended we come here. It was okay…read more The best part: The DJ Lona's is part of the Westin and sits right across from Ft Lauderdale beach. You can valet your car for free for 3 hours. We sat outside and watched people jogging up the A1A and frolicking on the beach. It's a good spot to people watch. Once we were seated, we were instructed on where the food was located, and our drink orders were taken. The worst part: There are NO scrambled eggs in a heated pan to serve yourself. That leaves you with no choice but to wait in the egg line where the chef makes your eggs for you. Boooo! What if I just wanted plain ole eggs? Or, I don't feel like waiting 30 minutes in a line to have an omelet made? It's brunch, but it really serves more of a lunch menu. It is a Mexican restaurant, so that's what you'll find. There's a make-your-own taco bar, ceviche, chips & guac, etc. But I'm a breakfast person. The waffle strips tasted store-bought (and came with syrup in a little jam container), and the mac & cheese was an afterthought. Again, probably Kraft. Luckily, once you drink enough mimosas, nothing else matters. So yeah, that's where the DJ saves the day. They also had endless margaritas, but them joints tasted TART. Those little cheesecake squares were pretty good. Otherwise, I don't think I'd come back for this brunch.

Food is always amazing Service is the best by far on las…read moreOlas Ambiance the restaurant is very well decorated . Has a beautiful Bar with maybe seats . Also has outdoor seating and special rooms for private events like birthdays and for large families All the bar staff are wonderful and pleasant Amber is always so happy to help and is cheerful all the time

Matthew provided top-notch service and truly made our night special. He was welcoming, attentive,…read moreand went above and beyond to make sure we had a great experience. His menu knowledge, positive attitude, and attention to detail were impressive. Great food paired with excellent service made this a visit to remember. We'll definitely be returning soon!

I came here with some of my Beast Games contestants. They hosted a watch party for us and also gave…read moreus a food and drinks credit, which I thought was above and beyond. They had us set up outside and the setting was so cute and well put together. The TV was also outside and we got to watch episode 5 and enjoy ourselves. The food was absolutely amazing and flavorful. The nachos is why I'd come back. Just too good.

I was thinking 3.5 stars, but I would rather round up than down. This place is kind of small, a…read morelittle divey; but it's very cute and colorful with inside and outside dining and a full bar. (With lots of tequilas, beers, and craft cocktails) We had a group of 7 on a Saturday night. We tried to get a reservation but after many calls; no one ever answered the phone. We decided to risk it because we were going pretty early, 6:00. We did have to attend an 8;00 show at the Broward Center which is just 1/2 a mile away. The place was pretty empty and we had no problem getting a few tables put together. There is a very extensive menu with lots of apps, a few salads, enchiladas, fajitas, and at least 15 taco varieties. I ordered a reposado margarita, which was fabulous, for $15. For food I went with the Trio of Tacos for $18. There was one chicken taco, one carnitas taco, and one gringo beef taco. The tortillas were small; but they were piled high! They were also tasty. One friend had the Citrus Mango Shrimp Tacos, $19. She said they were very good. Two friends had the Baja Fish Tacos on our servers recommendation, $19. One friend said they were just ok because they weren't crunchy at all and she didn't care for the cilantro slaw filling, the other friend thought they were delicious and savory! Yet another friend had the chicken nachos. She didn't care for them at all because they had a cheese sauce as opposed to authentic shredded cheese. Our waiters were attentive; but we did have a little delay with one of the fish taco orders. Everyone had food except for one diner and we had to flag down a server and wait quite a while for her to finally get her meal. Everyone on the staff was friendly though, and they didn't mind giving us separate checks. If you are looking for casual Mexican dining, or just want to have a few appetizers and drinks; Bandoleros is a good option that won't break the bank!

5 Stars If you're…read morelooking for a new Taco Tuesday spot, do yourself a favor and check out Epazote Mexican Restaurant. It's so good I've already gone two weeks in a row and I'm pretty sure it's about to become a regular thing for me. One of my favorite parts about this place is that the owners are actually the chefs in the kitchen, preparing all of the dishes themselves. They're incredibly friendly and even come out to chat with guests, which makes the whole experience feel warm and welcoming. The barbacoa tacos are hands down my favorite. The meat is unbelievably tender literally falling apart and so juicy and flavorful. I also tried the campechano tacos (a mix of chorizo and steak) and they were sooo good. Perfectly seasoned and packed with flavor. And let's talk about their chipotle salsa... I'm obsessed. I was putting it on everything on the table. It has the perfect smoky kick and just elevates every bite. The guac and chips were good, though they didn't quite stand out compared to how incredible the tacos were. But honestly, those tacos alone are reason enough to keep coming back. Safe to say I've found my new Taco Tuesday spot . Can't wait for my next visit!

This was my first Mexican restaurant I tried in Ft. Lauderdale. I came in on a Monday afternoon and…read moreI was one of their only customers at that time so it was quiet. They had a $6 margarita all day special. I ordered the tamarind margarita with a tajin rim and it was refreshing. I also ordered chips and salsa and a steak taco and a pastor taco. The waiter gave me another type of salsa that was more spicier and it had a nice kick to it. Everything was delicious.