4.5 stars. The food was solid overall. I tried the Carne Asada Hondureña, and it was a nice taste…read moreof Honduras in South Carolina. The Carne Asada was a bit stringy and harder to cut with the regular table knife, but the flavor was good. Service was good, and the restaurant itself had an open feel and was fairly relaxed for lunch. I would return, and I think I would try something from the Mexican Food side of the menu.

Mi Casa Latina (previously Casa Maria) offers a delicious and authentic blend of Honduran and…read moreMexican cuisine. The staff is incredibly welcoming, and the food consistently impresses--with flavors that stand out and prices that are very reasonable. If you're looking for a fresh take on traditional Latin fare, I highly recommend giving them a try. You won't be disappointed.

My girlfriend and I had dinner last night and it was excellent, she told me that her bean burrito…read morewas the best , I had a chicken dish that's always good , the cheese dip is the best overall it was a great example!!

This is the best Mexican you're going to find around Elgin, seriously dont waste time anywhere…read moreelse. This is NOT a chain, so you're getting some of the best home-cooked food. The staff and owners are AWSOME!! Super friendly, pleasantly attentive, and people who will remember you with a smile the next time you come in. Chavelas has it's own private parking along the side of their building. They offer limited seating outdoor (which is covered) and ample seating indoor with both booth, tabletop, and Bartop options. It's football season, but dont worry as Chavelas has several T.V.'s for your viewing pleasure throughout the restaraunt and at the bar. The restaraunt is always clean which is one thing I always admire about here, they truly care at Chavella's. Lets talk food!! Today I ordered the Chavella's Special which is "a little bit of everything"; absolutely hit the spot!! The menu has all your favorites and some new ones you didn't know about, but be sure to look at the "Specials board" at the front as you walk in. Chavella's offers your normal fountain drinks, Jarritos (my favorite), Horchata, and many others. The full bar can bring a smile as well whether it's a beer, Michelangelo, or their own Sangria!!! If you are loving the fall weather and are looking for soup try their Carne En Su Jugo, it's one of their specials and for a great reason. Ask for their "House hot sauce" if you want a bit more Ying; it's soooooooo goooooooooood and not overbearing. If you make it into South Carolina, and find yourself close to Elgin, be sure to make Chavella's one of your planned stops.

Food was fresh and tasted great. Fast service. Nice atmosphere. Will go back sometime.read more

The food was fresh and delicious! The staff was friendly. Service was quick. I visited on a…read moreSaturday evening around 5:30pm and it was just in time because I line formed behind me.

Coming from Texas , I can say that I truly understand really great Mexican cuisine. In the Columbia…read moreSC area, there are just a few restaurants that mimic what you would find in Mexico. San Jose has a good selection of foods and have tailored their menu to the local clientele with US menu items along side traditional Mexican dishes. The food prices are consistent with local area, but expect to pay higher than normal prices for the beer, wine and alcohol selections.

Great food ! Chips and salsa were delicious…read more Casada Mexicana was excellent and you get two in the order. Great value Highly recommend

Our Romeo lunch group went here for the first time today. We had seven of us, arrived at 11:15 and…read morewere immediately seated in a table for 8. The waitress took our order as soon as we walked in. She brought out chips and individual cups of salsa for each of us (the salsa was excellent with just the right amount of heat). Three of us ordered the #3 special (taco, enchilada and burrito), 1 ordered Fajitas, 1 order for #2 Lunch special(Taco and enchilada, one order the huge Cubana Torta. Service was very good. Food was great and authentic. The Cubana Torta is another thing in itself! Huge, with hot dogs sticking out the side and the kitchen sink ingredients on the inside. Freddie got half of it down and packed up the other half to take home to his wife. It's a cultural experience trying to eat the whole thing yourself. Since the last time I was here they have added a very nice outdoor covered area to the left of the restaurant...nicely decorated and a perfect place to enjoy Mexican food weather permitting!!! We'll definitely go back.

This place holds up to the name…read more Authentic, fresh, and comforting. You can find all the classics you'd typically expect from a good Mexican food spot and more. Starting off with the chips, hand cut, and tasting very fresh with the salsa that was pretty ok. We tried the birria tacos which were fantastic. The consume was on point. We also tried the Real Mexico Enchiladas with rice and beans. The rice and beans were actually really good unlike most spots. Sopa was great. We also got to try the chicken finger plate for the kids and couldn't help but notice the chicken and fries were actually solid. All in all Real Mexico lives up to the hype and is a spot that I'd come back to next time I'm in the mood for any Mexican cravings.

Don't let the outside throw you off their tacos are awesome best Al pastor I've had in a whileread more

The secret secret place for mommas homemade Mexican food! Tacos outstanding and the salsas perfrct…read morefor this Texan. Beatrice is a kind woman. The grocery store is awesome for Latin ingredients.

We ate here while visiting family in Sumpter, SC. Our server was very nice and was attentive. The…read moreambiance was cool and clean with the normal decor of a Mexican restaurant. Everything was delicious especially the awesome Taco Salad & the Queso Dip. I have never had so much meat in a Taco Salad so it was different and delicious.

This is our go to Mexican or TexMex restaurant in town. My menu selection is anything Locos. Nachos…read moreor Burrito both are perfect. While the latter could use more bean soup with beans, it's pretty good nonetheless less. Highly recommend!

The Taco Factory is not like other Mexican restaurants in the area. It leans more towards authentic…read moreMexican, and is great! Their salsa is a bit on the spicier side but is made with fresh ingredients and tastes good! You can tell that it's homemade, which is an expectation for any Mexican restaurant. I got the chicken ACP. It is great but just like the salsa, something in it (likely the cheese) has a kick! All of the components (rice, chicken, and cheese) have good flavor. If you're not a big taco fan (like me), then try the ACP! You won't regret it. My dad's birria tacos were great as well. Our server was a great guy, and frequently came around to check on us. The vibe is more of a modern Mexican establishment.

For a Sunday, this place was busy! I tried the guacamole and salsa as a first because that will…read moreusually tell you if the food is decent. Well, the salsa and guacamole were tasty and fresh. Well, I got 3 tacos as well, carne asada and shredded chicken. Both were a bit overcooked and lacking flavor, so I was a bit disappointed with that. The ambiance is nice, drinks are ok, prices are modest and the service was great.

I've seen this place several times in the past since I frequent the area. checked the YELP App for…read morereviews. After dining there, they were spot on! The hostess and server were very gracious. The decor is very nice! I ordered the Pollo Asada Bowl (seasoned grilled chicken, seasoned rice, shredded lettuce, diced tomatoes, cheese, with a side of guacamole! There is more in that bowl than it appears to be! I will definitely be back again, especially since I frequent this area.

The food was really good cooked to order and delivered fast and with a smile. Service was excellent…read moreserver always checked on us and offered us some more chips and salsa. The restaurant has a good Mexican vibe. We're excited to come back and try other options on the menu. I had the quesadillas and I was very happy with the amount of filling and sauce. My wife had a burrito and was happy but the texture of the beat in the amount of filling and flavor of her sauce.

My husband and I made a great decision yesterday when we decided to try this place!…read moreHubby wanted sushi, so we picked the tongueburner roll. There's some heat to it, but it's definitely not as bad as I thought it would be. The spice level is still manageable even if you don't like "spicy". The flavors in the roll were so balanced. I loved it! Hubby ordered the hibachi burrito (which he was quite pleased with) and I ordered the cheeseburger chimichanga. Oh my goodness!!! It was like 100 bites of bacon cheeseburger with queso on top! Sooooo yummy!! Our waitress was welcoming and attentive and my cup was never empty. We will have to visit again because we had a few other sushi rolls and menu items on our list!

Queso Need I say more!?…read moreGreat chips Quick and friendly service! Everything was good.