Delicious! The closest I have found to the Mexican food in California. Staff is always very…read morehelpful, attentive and accommodating. I love the bean dip, especially when I mix it with any of the many salsas available I have never been a fan of enchiladas, but there are at least two on the menu I will order again.

Just on a whim when traveling from CLT to Spartanburg I decided to pop in. Having been to the…read moreBronco's in Gaffney, I figured this place would be just as good. I was not disappointed! The BEST birria tacos I had outside of TX!, and I've been to dozens of restaurants trying to find the best locally. While they are not local to my hometown of CLT, I'll gladly make the 1 hour drive down I-85 to exit 92 for such good Mexican food. Nothing like the generic, Americanized crap in CLT. There are some good authentic Mexican and south american spots in CLT, but Frida's House is my new #1.

I went to make a to-go order right after last week's ice storm and man, was it good. I requested…read morethe large Texas fajitas, two chicken soft tacos and an order of rice. The fajitas came in a sealed aluminum tray with two guacamole salads, the tacos and rice in separate containers. Everything was really tasty, the portions were generous, and I especially liked that the salsa they included was a little spicy. The waiters were quick to answer a couple of questions I had for them. Friendly, too. A nice place I look forward to revisiting.

I was really impressed with this restaurant. It reminded me of a 50s diner which was comfortable…read moreand had a lot of seating. We were there after the lunch rush so there weren't a lot of people and the service was impeccably fast! I had their popular Texas ACP which was shrimp, steak and chicken over Spanish rice and then topped with their white cheese sauce! It was delicious and fresh. The shrimp had a nice snap to them and not overcooked! I liked the cheese sauce but would order it on the side next time because it was too much for me. Bonus is that this was the special of the day so it was $1 less than the menu price! The salsa brought to the table with chips was my favorite, but the salsa's at the bar were excellent too. Gotta love salsa bars! Will definitely go back to try other dishes in the future, yum!!

I was with a friend of Mine and she found a cockroach in…read moreher food. Please be aware. I don't like bugs in my food or other. ..they refused to believe her, but give her a free meal! As if any of us want to eat there. Not trying to hurt the business, use your own eyes

LET'S begin with the positives:…read more 1. The steak tacos and the cheese dip with Mexican sausage are AMAZING! 2. Susana, the server is very attentive. Now for the sub-par: 1. Oh, let me just unleash an overwhelming tide of despair and outrage over this wretched experience I endured! The horchata drink, which I so foolishly believed would be a heavenly elixir of delight, instead tasted like the murky remnants of flavored puddle water! My taste buds, once vibrant and eager, were left gasping for reprieve--NO, this is NOT good at ALL! It is a travesty to the culinary world that such a desolate concoction exists! 2. And as if that atrocious drink wasn't enough to shatter my spirits, the restaurant had the audacity to impose a credit card fee of $1.15 on every single customer! How infuriatingly unjust! This illegal practice in South Carolina sent me on a desperate quest to the ATM, fumbling for cash like a prisoner seeking freedom, just to escape this grotesque charge before they would begrudgingly revoke it! 3. But wait! The universe wasn't done tormenting me just yet! The manager, a veritable tyrant cloaked in rudeness, stood as the final nail in the coffin of my joyous evening. And one of the employees--oh my soul, I can't even begin to describe the offense! With a physique that resembled a poorly built tank, all back and no grace, had the sheer audacity to mock me for being "broke," as if her existence was some pinnacle of achievement! Little did she know, I glide through life in a $70k car while she scrapes by on a pitiful $3/hour plus tips! The irony is almost laughable if it weren't so tragically sad! I am left in utter disbelief, engulfed by a whirlwind of emotions--a storm of indignation--over this most dreadful encounter! This has been an absolutely devastating restaurant experience, one that has shattered all my expectations. While the food had its moments, the overall experience left me heartbroken and disillusioned. I can't bear the thought of returning to a place that operates in such a morally bankrupt manner. I will not stand idly by; I will shine a light on their illegal actions and make sure that their wrongdoing is exposed for all to see.

Meh, just another Mexican restaurant. When we first sat down i was thinking this place has the…read morepotential of being great. Even tho small on the inside the bright colors really made it feel like you're at a tacoria somewhere in Mexico. Our waitress was amazing but the price seemed a bit higher than the other Mexican restaurants in gaffney. I had a California burrito with coke. Bill came out to be a little over $16. The burrito was good but nothing I'd be driving out of my way for.

First time visit since they opened. Tried the taco's for Taco Tuesday's running special. Three…read moretacos, steak, chicken, and chorizo, were very good. Meats were all tender and flavorful. Typical street taco toppings allowed for the meat to shine. Each served on a soft corn tortilla, my personal preference. We also had steak enchiladas. The green sauce was fantastic. Flavorful and just the right amount of heat. Highly recommend either of these dishes. As for the rice and black beans served with the enchiladas, the rice was good no clumping and solid flavor. However, the black beans were bland no seasoning at all. Could have at least used salt. We will definitely be back to try more items. Glad to support another local business in Gaffney.

Food was amazing! Best we have had since our trip to Mexico! My husband had the camarons al ajo…read more(citrus and garlic shrimp), and I had the fajitas poblanos (chicken with homemade chorizo and poblanos with a rich creamy sauce). Andrea our server was so sweet and attentive! Great atmosphere! Try the loaded yuca fries!

From Route 74, look for the square building with a colorful mural on its exterior for the first…read moreclue of your experience inside. The colorful, groovy interior is inviting and the menu extensive. We were greeted and seated quickly and within moments had a basket of fresh chips and sauce. The food was presented attractively and was very tasty. Overall, a great stop with value and flare to spare!

My husband and I spent the weekend in Asheville and heading back home we decided to stay overnight…read morehere. For people that don't know. This town and the adjoining town of Swannanoa was hit terribly by the hurricane in Sept 2024. They are really trying to get some tourist to come back . They need it. When you get off the exit go left and check out the adorable little town. Lots of boutiques and from what I can tell. This town has lots of little art stores and shops and really nice people. Come dinner time, we found this place. The menu was large and the staff very accommodating. The food was delicious. My husband and I have zero complaints about our food or experience. This was the first place I've ever been that served warm bean dip with your chips. It was delicious. I can't wait to go back. Go visit Black Mountain and show support by shopping and eating there. Take a drive up the mountain too. I'm already planning big to go back !

Seated right away. It's Sunday so they close early today. Lots of variety in the salsa bar and I…read moredefinitely made more flavors by mixing. The veggie soup and shrimp soup are so good! I had cheese enchilada and they were very good. I am a lover of sauce and do wish they had a bit more sauce. The chili relleno was very yummy . The food came out really fast.. And the service was great. Wish I would have gotten the young man's name who helped us. He was blonde with a nose ring and very sweet. Everything I had was so yummy I had to take a flan to go I snuck a little taste and it was yummy. A bit strong in flavor but I am looking forward to eating that as soon as I get back to my room. Margaritas are great as usual, Not sure I've ever really had a bad Margarita. As long as it has tequila, I'm a happy girl. All in all, this was a great stop and I would highly recommend.

Found this spot while on a road trip and it was just what we needed. Service was wonderful and…read morequick, the food (we got the shredded beef and chicken chimichangas) was excellent and came out fairly quickly. Loved the decor and the art on the walls near our table. 10/10 recommend!

Service is friendly, but there is a slight language barrier if you don't speak or understand…read moreSpanish. The inside of the restaurant was spacious and had comfortable booths or tables to be seated at. The time it took for us to receive our food after placing our order was not too long. There were three of us eating lunch at this time and the restaurant was not busy, which was great for us! I ordered an Al Pastor Tostada with Beans and Rice, but it was not to my liking at all. The tostada was not crunchy, but stale. The Al Pastor did not have much flavoring and it tasted like it was an old/leftover batch. The Rice was bland, but I did enjoy the beans a lot. Personally, I would not visit this restaurant again.

Great restaurant!…read more Lots of vegetables and salsa. They serve my favorite fajitas salad too. I never had California Mexican food, but this place food is amazing! I wish I tried other items on the menus but this dish was so filling.

Great Road Trip Stop on the Way Back to Charlotte…read more After an epic day exploring the Blue Ridge Mountains, I found myself rolling through Shelby on the scenic route back to Charlotte. Traffic through town was moving slower than expected thanks to the endless stoplights, but in this case, it worked out in my favor because Papa's & Beer appeared on my right just as my stomach started demanding attention. The restaurant itself is bright, colorful, and festive. The dining room is filled with vibrant Mexican décor, colorful tile accents, booths and tables, and plenty of personality. They had a FIFA soccer match on the TVs, which was fun to watch while I ate. The volume was low, captions were on, and it added energy to the room without becoming distracting. One thing worth mentioning: it was pretty warm inside during my visit. There were fans running throughout the restaurant, but the air conditioning seemed to be struggling. It wasn't unbearable, but on a hot North Carolina afternoon, a cooler dining room would have made the experience more comfortable. The menu is huge. Tacos, quesadillas, seafood, combination plates, house specialties--you could visit several times and still have plenty left to try. I settled on the Carne Asada Combination, which came with grilled steak, Mexican rice, refried beans, salad, and a cheese enchilada. Before my meal arrived, my server brought complimentary chips and a warm bean dip that was downright addictive. One of the highlights was discovering their salsa bar. Nobody mentioned it to me, but curiosity paid off when I saw other guests gathered around it. The selection was excellent, with everything from tomatillo salsa and creamy sauces to chile de árbol varieties that brought some serious heat. As someone who loves spicy food, I was in heaven. My only criticism was that the salsa bar temperature seemed off. One container had a large chunk of ice floating in it, and a few of the salsas were colder than they should have been, which diluted the flavor a bit. The entrée arrived quickly. Portions were generous, and there was no way I was finishing it all after attacking the chips, bean dip, and salsa bar. The standout was the cheese enchilada. Loaded with melted cheese and packed with flavor, it was easily my favorite part of the plate. The carne asada was also generously portioned and cooked well. The rice was the weakest link for me. It needed seasoning and lacked the rich tomato flavor I expect from Mexican rice. The salad was also overdressed, although mixing some of it with the rice actually improved both. One small annoyance: I requested a side of white onions and later discovered there was a $1.50 charge. Not the end of the world, but I would have appreciated a heads-up before it was added to the bill. Service was friendly and efficient throughout, and when I left with a very full takeout box, the cashier happily provided a bag for the road. If you're passing through Shelby, stuck in traffic, or heading back from the mountains, this is a solid place to pull over, grab a cold beer, enjoy some chips and salsa, and recharge before the drive home. Life is too short to eat mediocre food. Keep exploring and find the places that surprise you.