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El Molcajete Mexican Restaurant

3.6 (178 reviews)
ModerateMexican
Closed 11:00 am - 10:00 pm
Updated 2 months ago

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Moderate noise
Good for kids
Good for groups

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Gina G.

Chips and salsa are pretty standard. Chips are stale, salsa almost tastes like cocktail sauce. I ordered the carne asada plate and substituted the rice and beans for salad. The picture they have online is NOTHING like what they serve. Not a sprinkle of salt or seasoning anywhere. This definitely caters to the "black pepper is too spicy community." I have zero reason to return.

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Brandon Y.

The food here is good-- have flavor and is freshly prepared, but has lots of lettuce and beans. As soon as you sit down, you're treated to free chips and salsa, which are the perfect snack to get you started while you look over the menu. The beers and drinks are reasonably priced, and they offer a good variety, making it a nice spot for a casual meal. The space is cozy and welcoming, with a nice, relaxed vibe that makes it a pleasant place to dine.

Deyang K.

Me and my husbands like to be there,and even lunch That restaurant is best in is location I like pork Burrito very much Great fat meats with burrito and guacamole

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Sharon L.

This restaurant only had 3.5 stars on and I was hesitant to try it, but gave it a shot as recent reviews were good. We are glad we did as we all liked out meals; especially the fried shrimp tacos. There were atleast 3-4 fried shrimp in each tacos(came with three) and it was hot and fresh! The pico that came with it was very yummy. Didnt care for the rice as it was hard, but their blackbeans were really good. The chicken taco was good but the pork taco was waaay to greasy. My 10 year old didnt eat it and took one of my shrimp tacos. The steak chimichanga that my husband got was too salty. The chips and salsa was good. Im guess depending on what you get here is a hit or miss. We definitely recommend the fried shrimp tacos and the chicken tacos. We will return to try their fajitas. Server was nice, but a little slow.

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Rachel R.

Delicious truly authentic Mexican food in Dacula at an amazing price! The service was great, they even have a robot food runner that delivers your food, so cool!! The ambiance was nice very culturally inspired, colorful and beautiful

The small guacamole was VERY small but cost $6.25.

Was disappointed with this dinner. The food was not great. We had combo fajitas and a combo with a chalupa, enchilada and poblano. Taste was not fresh. Beef in the fajitas was dry and corn tortillas looked like they had seen better days. Small order of guacamole came in the same size bowl as the salsa and did not taste fresh but cost 6.25. Service was REALLY slow and no one came to check on us until we asked for the check. Probably won't be back.

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Lavinia I.

Smiling faces welcome you and quickly seat you. The decor of the restaurant is very nice. I love the carvings in the seats. I ordered a chicken enchilada and beef taco with a side of cheese dip. They came with rice and beans. All of that for under $15! I think that's a great deal. Oh, and the food was tasty as well. I look forward to my next visit. AND THEN CAME THE FLAN I asked for it without whipped cream and it was HEAVENLY! I'll give up men for this! Perfectly smooth and creamy with the right sweetness. Best flan I ever had at a restaurant.

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Angelica C.

My friends and I were greeted when we walked through the door and was immediately seated. We looked at the menu which had great options. We wanted to have margaritas so we found out the drink menu was separate from the food menu. I wish the hostess would have given that menu to us so we could have made it easier for our server. Our server, GiGi, was very nice and attentive. She got us a drink menu and we ordered our drinks. She came back and we ordered our food. I ordered a fajita quesadilla and my friends ordered chicken nachos and chimichangas. Our food was brought out by a robot which was so cool. My food was excellent and my friends said the same about their food. The drinks were good as well. I had a medium strawberry mango Texas margarita which was bomb. I had to use the restroom because I had two Texas margaritas and the bathroom was clean. The whole restaurant was clean. My experience was a 9 out of 10. I will definitely be coming back again with my fiancé.

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8 months ago

No silver wear for my order and my tortillas are missing .... Food is good but without tortillas is trash

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8 months ago

The food is excellent, the service is great. Just a fun place to go.. very clean. Prices are good and it's in a great location.

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1 year ago

Love this place. Awesome fajitas, good margaritas. One of our favorites to step out to.

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1 year ago

The worst service I've ever had in my entire life. I would not eat here again if it was the only Mexican restaurant in the world

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3 years ago

Salsa was excellent. Food was not great. Lots of oil poured out from my burrito...gross. Service was very slow.

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Always fresh tasting and affordable. Tortillas for fajitas are too small though. Street taco size

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3 years ago

Great local Mexican restaurant. Really enjoy their steak tacos and friendly service.

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It's probably the most decent tex mex around Hamilton Mill. Pricing is fair and generous portions.

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Great Mexican food! Good location, good parking. We love the Corona Margarita's and fajita nachos

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As close to authentic Mexican food as you'll find in the area, along with friendly service.read more

I love this place. I'm currently on the Atkins diet/keto and I am able to eat the large burrito…read morewith chicken, rice and cilantro, omitting the refried beans and rice, and skipping the shell, and able to stay in ketosis afterwards, the insides completely fill me up, which is incredible. They do not have their Carbs listed for what that filling is. I just know it doesn't knock me out of ketosis. They should really put up a sign out front that says our chicken is low-carb, friendly or something to the effect. I really appreciate this place. The friendly staff the comfortable booths. It's a bustling place. I know the tortillas are amazing for the burrito shell they are very large about 11 inches. I ate a little bit of the rice and beans a very small portion just to get a taste and they are also fabulous, I can't wait to when I get to the weight. I want going back in there and enjoying the rice and beans and the tortilla shell. I just wanna bring across that the chicken is just absolutely fabulous and I am including a picture here of what it looks like if you order it that way without the rice and beans. When I ordered it without the rice and beans, the server gladly took my order but sort of gave me a puzzle look like why wouldn't you want the rice and beans? Anyway, I can't wait to go back there again and again.

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Hacienda Bar & Grill

Hacienda Bar & Grill

3.9
(87 reviews)
4.7 mi

If you are looking for the best Mexican restaurants in Buford, you've likely seen Hacienda on your…read moreradar. As a frequent visitor to their various locations, I walked in with high expectations for both the atmosphere and the kitchen. While the flavors on this visit were a bit of a rollercoaster, the exceptional customer service and stunning interior design make it a standout destination in the local dining scene. Hacienda stays true to its brand with an eye-catching and vibrant interior. The decor is a masterclass in modern Mexican aesthetics. Bold colors, intentional lighting, and a layout that feels both spacious and intimate. I was promptly greeted by a friendly hostess who seated me in a cozy corner booth, perfect for a quick business lunch or a relaxed solo meal. While the food had some misses, the staff at the Buford location is world-class. My server/hostess was super sweet, attentive, and genuinely welcoming. In an era where great service can be hard to find, the team here reminded me why this chain has such a loyal following. It's the kind of hospitality that makes you want to give a place a second chance, even if the kitchen had an off day. I opted for the lunch special accompanied by their signature queso and a pineapple juice. As a fan of the queso at other Hacienda locations, I had high hopes. It's a staple for a reason, though it didn't quite hit the peak flavor I've experienced elsewhere this time around. The salsa was also a bit of a letdown. It lacked that signature zest and kick you expect from authentic Mexican spots, feeling a bit under seasoned. I'd describe the burrito as mid. On the plus side, it was packed with protein, which was great for satisfying a serious hunger, but it lacked the flavor profile I usually associate with Hacienda's recipes. I have to be honest. The pineapple juice was a disappointment. It tasted more like sugar water than fresh fruit, and I'd recommend sticking to their margaritas or water instead. Hacienda in Buford is a beautiful space with a staff that truly cares about the guest experience. While the kitchen didn't quite meet the stellar mark on this particular visit, the protein heavy portions and the vibrant atmosphere still make it a solid choice for a quick lunch near the Mall of Georgia. Because the service was so incredible, I'm definitely open to returning to see if the flavors catch up to the hospitality. #ashsaidit #HaciendaBuford #BufordEats #GwinnettDining #MexicanFoodGA #RestaurantReview

I rarely write negative reviews, but my recent experience left me genuinely disappointed--not only…read moredue to the food, but more so because of the deeply unprofessional handling of a serious concern. I dined here yesterday with coworkers and ordered the chicken enchiladas. Within just a few hours, I became severely ill and experienced what was unmistakably food-borne illness symptoms that persisted through the night and into the following day. Notably, this was the only meal I had that day, and my coworkers--who ordered entirely different dishes--did not experience any issues. Hoping for at least a reasonable and empathetic response, I contacted the restaurant the next day to inform them of the situation. Unfortunately, the interaction with the manager was both dismissive and unsettling. I was told that my claim could not be "verified" because no one else had called to report similar symptoms, and therefore they could not take responsibility. I was further informed that any possibility of a refund or compensation was off the table because I did not report the issue the same day and lacked medical documentation explicitly tying the illness to their food. What was particularly frustrating was the implication that my experience was invalid simply because others did not report the same issue. When I explained that my coworkers ordered different items, I was met with continued skepticism rather than concern. The tone throughout the conversation felt defensive rather than professional, and there was a complete lack of basic customer care or accountability. Food safety concerns should be taken seriously, and customers reporting illness deserve to be treated with respect--not interrogation. Even a simple acknowledgment or apology would have gone a long way. This experience with blatantly rude customer service and experience with their food has left me both shocked and appalled. Due to the combination of getting sick and the poor handling of the situation, I will not be returning. Their food wasn't even that good anyway.

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4.0
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Enjoyed the service with Haiti!…read more Also, enjoyed the tacos which were flavorful and tasty plus the hot sauce was on point with being spicy to flavorful. Overall great place with a great atmosphere. Will come back!

Rreal Tacos in Sugar Hill is the kind of place that makes you question every taco decision you made…read morebefore you ate there. We went last night and let's just say, my socks are still emotionally recovering somewhere on the floor. My husband and I kicked things off with queso and chips. Elite opening act. We closed the night with Tres Leches cake. Show stopping finale. In the middle? Absolute taco poetry. The birria tacos were savory, bold, life affirming. The picanha tacos? A meaty revelation that deserves its own holiday. If tacos wore crowns, these would walk in already kinged. Now, let's talk ambiance. The Christmas decor was basically a warm hug sprinkled with lights and magic. Festive doesn't even begin to cover it. It was like Buddy the Elf got an interior design degree and chose joyful chaos as the theme. Stunning work. We even braved the patio at 26° outside because Rreal Tacos said, "Cold who?" Covered. Heated. Cozy. A vibe so immaculate we almost forgot it was winter and not some enchanted summer night with a heater budget. Our server Victor? Charisma level 10. Attentive, friendly, and clearly a man who knows he's serving tacos capable of changing lives. Killer food, amazing atmosphere, decor that understood the assignment, and service that hit every beat. We didn't just eat dinner, we attended a taco event. Go. Eat. Let Victor guide you. Let the queso warm your soul. Let the Tres Leches heal any problems you were pretending you didn't have. Five stars. No notes. Just tacos.

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