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    El Mercadito

    4.2 (44 reviews)
    ModerateMexican
    Open 8:00 am - 8:00 pm

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    Moderate noise
    Good for kids
    Happy hour specials
    Good for groups

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    Some of the orders I placed. I used to eat here all the time
    Cameran S.

    Solía pedir en este restaurante todo el tiempo a través de DoorDash. Lamentablemente, hoy he ido al restaurante a hacer un pedido. En cuanto entré al restaurante, saludé a las dos mujeres. A cambio, solo me miraron. En mi cabeza, estaba pensando que tal vez no están abiertos y había entrado demasiado temprano. Así que acabo de salir del restaurante. Luego procedí a hacer mi pedido por teléfono. (Cuidado, todavía estoy en el estacionamiento.) La señora respondió y dijo: "Buenos". Respondí: "Eh, ¿estáis abiertos?" Y acaba de colgar el teléfono. Realmente me sorprendió, así que volví a entrar y le pregunté a la señora si mi dinero no era bueno. Lo último que dijo fue que no había oído nada. Eso sí, ella colgó en cuanto terminé mi frase. Soy una mujer afroamericana, y siento que la interacción fue muy motivada racialmente. Realmente odio que ya no pueda conseguir comida de aquí. Es desconcertante que me juzguen por el color de mi piel. I used to order from this restaurant all the time through DoorDash. Sadly, today I went to the actual restaurant to place an order. As soon as I walked into the restaurant, I greeted the two ladies. In return, they just looked at me. In my head, I was thinking maybe they're not open and I had walked in too early. So I just walked out of the restaurant. I then proceeded to call in my order over the phone. (Mind you, I'm still in the parking lot.) The lady answered and said, "Buenos." I responded with, "Hey, are you guys open?" And she just hung up the phone. It really shocked me, so I went back in and asked the lady if my money was no good? The last thing she said was that she didn't hear anything. Mind you, she hung up as soon as I finished my sentence. I'm an African American woman, and I feel like the interaction was very racially motivated. I really hate that I won't be able to get food from here anymore. It's just baffling that I'm getting judged because of my skin color.

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    Tiffany J.

    This was a hidden gem to me and one that definitely needs to be experienced! This market is very rich in culture, fashion, fun, and resources for the Hispanic community. Literally, they have everything to be considered a one stop shop! They have a barber shop, tire shop, restaurant, recreational activities, and an event store! Anything you need you can find it here. The price point are super affordable and the quality of items are great! I visited with my job for an Hispanic Heritage Month event and was immediately in awe of how rich the culture is. They had amazing vendors with loads of resources, dance, food, and much more! If you have not yet, do yourself a favor and go!

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    Kevin W.

    This is my go to spot for authentic Mexican food. The staff is great and they really care about customer service. This place is tucked away from the main street but it is huge. It looks like this place is a mall with a restaurant in the back. We ordered take-out over the phone and was told 15 minutes. Food was hot and ready when we arrived. The Good. Food tasted great and was huge. Gorditas were tasty and the quesadillas were amazing. The burrito was also well worth the price. They do not use the gooey queso. They use like a grated cheese. This place is more authentic mexican food than Tex-mex. They use more veggies and thicker bread than tex-mex and they do not use much cheese. I prefer this authentic food. I will return.

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    DJuan L.

    I'd give this place 10 stars if I could. If you're looking for authentic Mexican food, this is your spot. You know it's good Mexican when the majority of the customers are also Mexican. They have a wide variety of menu items with different meat/veggie options for them. You can order a hurache with shrimp, beans and cheese, nopales or anything else you can think of. I love the options. The food is amazing and they have great customer service. I love that they provide hot salsa and green salsa in addition to the regular chips and salsa for no additional cost. The restaurant is located in a building with a few other businesses including a tire shop. You could order food and eat while getting a tire change which is super convenient. If you want authentic Mexican you definitely have to check this place out

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    Excellent authentic Mexican food at a reasonable price. I would recommend this place the anyone.

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    9 years ago

    Excellent food, fresh chips. Very good sauces. Reasonable prices. Located in a mall. Very good service.

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    Los Comales

    Los Comales

    4.3(208 reviews)
    11.2 miMed District
    $$

    Can I get a show of hands on WHO fights a Chicken Chimichanga w/plastic to-go ware? Anyone? Yeah…read morethat's a problem but only one of many as I wait on my receipts to come back to me. 1. Seems there's some weird disconnect going on I wasn't aware of... This location is now going by Las Mexicanos instead of Los Comales. Looks like almost all new staff too, that could definitely use some Customer Service training. The menu has a 3rd name on it that seemed off as well. I was not told to come to the hostess stand to be seated, no friendly greeting when I did approach the stand. Once seated, the chip & salsa dude was quick enough in dripping them off w/out so much as a greeting. Maybe he's the silent type? Who knows? 2 Now the real wait begins.... Nothing to drink nor any sign of anyone even slowing down @ my table to take a drink order. Maybe they were fighting to see who would take my order? ‍ I was almost finished w/the basket of chips, decided what I wanted and LAID THE CLOSED MENU on the other side of the table close to the edge, hoping someone would notice. I had decided if they couldn't be bothered to come by the time I finished the chips I was leaving. Magically a waitress finally shows up w/3 chips to spare. Placed the order for water and dinner at the same time. Dinner came out quickly but looking pitiful w/barely a full tablespoon of guac, tomatoes or sour cream. Cheap bastards! The flour part of the chimichanga was NOT CRISP, & I was given plastic utensils to maneuver this sad plate. I have eaten here MANY times as I live in the area so I am more than disappointed w/this experience. Not a single customer sitting in the middle @ the 4-tops & @ least 7 booths empty; on a Saturday night @ 8:00 pm. Sad that they have lost so much business, I'll think twice before considering spending my money here again.

    Service was excellent. Food was delicious. Restaurant looked authentic and the bathrooms were…read morereally clean. If you go get the ribs. It is loud when they are busy but well worth it.

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    Los Comales - T-Bone & Shrimp. Rice, Beans & salad.

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    Chukis Tacos 2 - Chicharrones

    Chukis Tacos 2

    4.6(89 reviews)
    7.7 miChickasaw Gardens

    Tried the birria burrito 10/10…read moreAnd the salsa bar will have me coming back to try the rest of the menu

    Chukis Tacos is a must-stop if you're craving authentic Mexican food. Some menu items lean a bit…read moremore Americanized, but everything is packed with flavor. I still can't stop thinking about the sauce station here. There's a private parking lot shared with the surrounding businesses, and the restaurant has around 15 tables inside. It is a good casual spot if you are looking to dine here. FOOD: This restaurant does not serve complimentary chips and salsa. It is $2.95 an order. 1. Torta Villa Carbon (4/5; marinated grilled chicken topped with grilled onions, grilled pineapple, melted cheese, jalapeños, and avocado): This was huge. I ended up saving half for lunch the next day. The combination of sweet and savory flavors worked really well together. 2. Campechano Burrito (4/5; steak strips and chorizo with rice, beans, lettuce, onion, tomato, and jalapeño): Steak and chorizo are always a winning combination, and this burrito did not disappoint. 3. Chirucas Chimichanga (4/5; two medium chimichangas stuffed with rice, beans, cheese dip, and your choice of meat, served with lettuce, pico de gallo, and sour cream): I chose the grilled marinated pork (al pastor), which was flavorful and satisfying. The server mentioned that the chicken version is their favorite. The service was decent overall, though it could be slow at times. I noticed a few tables waiting a while before servers came to take orders or refill drinks, and my drink was empty for a bit before getting a refill. Dinner service can get very busy, as every table was once full in one of my visits. Would I come back? Absolutely.

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    Salsa Heaven! From mild to sliced habanero!

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    Chukis Tacos 2 - Exterior tucked away on the western portion of the shopping center...it's behind Piccadilly Cafeteria, generally)

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    Babalu - Overton Square - Salmon with brussels sprouts and sparkling white wine.

    Babalu - Overton Square

    4.2(906 reviews)
    9.9 miMidtown
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    Babalu continues to be one of my favorite spots in Memphis. Every visit reminds me why I keep…read morecoming back. Great food, creative cocktails, and a staff that goes the extra mile. The lamb sliders remain my go-to. They're consistently juicy, flavorful, and cooked perfectly every time. Paired with the crispy fries, it's a meal that never disappoints. This visit, I ordered a Sidecar, but the bartender didn't have every ingredient needed for the traditional recipe. Instead of saying no, they created their own twist--and it was absolutely delicious. Sometimes improvisation pays off, and this cocktail was proof. The salmon was also excellent. I ordered it prepared the original way instead of the new menu version that includes Brussels sprouts, and it was exactly what I was craving. One of the highlights of the visit was an unexpected surprise from our waiter, who brought us a sample of their avocado ice cream. I wasn't sure what to expect, but it was creamy, smooth, and surprisingly delicious. It was a thoughtful gesture that added to an already great dining experience. The only disappointment? They no longer offer the flight sampler. I was genuinely sad to see it gone because it was one of my favorite ways to experience several menu items in one visit. Overall, Babalu continues to deliver excellent food, attentive service, and outstanding drinks. Even with the flight no longer available, it's still one of my top recommendations in Memphis. 5/5 Stars - Consistent quality, excellent hospitality, and a place I'll gladly keep returning to.

    Haven't been to Babalu in a while! After a fun day at the zoo with the grandkids my husband and I…read moredecided to stop in at Babalu's for a quick bite. There wasn't a long wait and we were seated in about 10 minutes. I ordered the egg rolls which were delicious! Also had to grab the famous guacamole. We also tried the Mexican corn which was also delicious. I will definitely be back!

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    Molly's La Casita

    Molly's La Casita

    3.4(275 reviews)
    10.1 miMidtown
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    Well good golly Miss Molly 'cause she is back! Molly's was one of the first real Mexican food…read morerestaurants in the city filled with Latin style restaurants where the other guys foods resembled what you'd expect from TV dinners. It was great, everything was authentic - but then Molly retired and the new owners moved the location to the hip and popular Overton Square. The restaurant turned into a bar - strong drinks with just OK food. And that was fun, if only you didn't come here to eat. Reciently the restaurant has changed hands and the new owners have turned it back into a real Mexican eatery. Now the menu is awesome, and about half of it caters to vegetarian appetites. And not wheatgrass, and Tofu... this is real Mexican food. Don't get me wrong, there is plenty of pork chicken and beef. There are very large menu. And now, everything you look at it is delicious. I have been coming here since they opened and just now realized, I wanna try everything on this new menu. We had the beef chili rellinos with mole and refried beans, which I don't know how they do it but the refried beans have no pork and taste like they're loaded with bacon. She opted for a a la cart selection of black bean soup, roasted poblano pepper and cheese tamale, mushroom, cheese and spinach enchilida served with guac and pico. And as soon as our server left with our order, we immediately felt like we should have ordered this or that instead until our food arrived. TBO. Everything was totally delicious. I guess it means we just have to come back more often and try everything else on the menu. My server was amazing even though we did not order alcohol... (I had the worst feeling that since this place was really a drinking establishment for so long that they really kind of expected to grab a Margarita). The bill came with an included 20% tip, which I would always do anyway but i'm still kind of eah about telling me how to tip... politics! That said the prices were reasonable and the food was killing it delicious.

    I enjoyed my time at Molly's but there are so many more places that are better…read more This place has some street parking in the front and around the corner. I am always hesitant to go to venues that do not have a private lot. I ordered a Frozen OJ which tasted good. My friend wanted to go hear because they have a ton of vegan options. It did the trick.

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    Molly's La Casita - Brown guacamole with cheese to camouflage how bad it is.

    Brown guacamole with cheese to camouflage how bad it is.

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    El Mercadito - mexican - Updated September 2026

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