This is one of those places where you pay extra for the experience rather than just food …read more The decor is full of sugar skulls , cute lamps on the tables , fake plants all over including in the hanging lights . Food presentation is pretty nice , well above the normal but way under high end restaurants . From the amazing fresh flavorful salsa to the main meal everything is bursting with flavor . Some of the food is very rich to where you can not eat it in a single sitting . Service from the hostess to the waiter was great , very polite . If you do not mind spending the extra cash and like Mexican food then this would be a good place for a second or serious date , spouse monthly date or special occasion . 4.5/5 *

My #1 mexican restaurant in the Ocala area…read more As you know, and you can see, by the number of checkin's and reviews I write about mexican restaurants... that I have a thing for mexican food. It's probably because I have lived in California so long and also... I think I have an addiction to refried beans as well... (and black beans). When you workout, expend a lot of energy or have a long day of work.... refried beans are like a shot in the arm.... it gives you instant energy. Besides.... I on a no pasta, bread, pastries, dessert or sugary things diet...so that means... I focus on "how much protein I can obtain with just one meal". So Im a very protein focused person and I like to get my money's worth. La Catrina's sauces on things are spectacular. I love it! The food just tastes that much more interesting than it normally does. This is a feat and a half. It's difficult to make most mexican food interesting... we are all so used to it by now. Probably the only place you can go to get interesting and gourmet mexican food is Mexico City (so I've heard)......but out here in Ocala ??... this restaurant does a pretty good job. The service is great too

Everything was wonderful- EXCELLENT flavors, hot and fresh!! Good sized portions, service was very…read moregood! Comfy chairs too

SCREW CONCEALED INSIDE ENCHILADA & BITTEN INTO & MEALS NOT EVEN COMPED! SHAME ON LA FIESTA!!!! My…read morefriend had this tonight & literally bit into a SCREW that was hidden inside of the enchilada & all they did is not make her pay for that particular dish she was not able to finish anyway! It was a party of 2 & La Fiesta still charged for the other meal & things. This is BAD BUSINESS! Having that experience they should have bent over backwards comping the 2 girls entire check & given them coupons for free meals in the future. Things can happen with food - but there is no legitimate reason for a screw & it literally could have seriously injured their patron. SHAME ON THEM!!!!

Taqueria my Ranchito is located in a rather nondescript just off of Interstate 75. I pulled in and…read morefound it to be in a rather nondescript shopping plaza, but that is fine. I have found in my travels that the best Mexican food comes from these humble little mom-and-pop type hole-in-the-wall establishments rather than at a place with a strong emphasis on ambiance and vibe. The service here was friendly enough, but a little slow. I ended up going with three tacos and a gordita. I will say that this restaurant pits lettuce on their tacos, as well as the usual cilantro and onion. Be advised that the tacos and the gordita did not have pricing and when my bill came, it was just under seventeen dollars. This is a bit steep, but it is what it is. The proteins that I went with (carne asada, carnitas, and chorizo) were a bit underseasoned and needed the sauce it came with for flavor. If I return here, I would give a burrito a try instead of getting the tacos or the gordita again. Still, not a bad place.

This is the Best Mexican restaurant in town. The personnel, the friendly service, the atmosphere…read more You can't beat the taste of the food. Every dish we have tried has that mexican home taste. Delicious and large servings. Don't look for other restaurants, this one has it all. We go at least once a week. Prices are perfect, people are wonderful, you can't beat this place.

I've been 4 times and every time was great. I love the fajitas. Servis is fast and with a smile.read more

As someone who travels to Mexico frequently, I can honestly say this is some of the most authentic…read moreMexican food I've found in Florida. Every bite was packed with incredible flavor, and the dishes tasted like they came straight from a family kitchen in Mexico. Jose was absolutely fantastic! He was friendly, attentive, and made our entire experience even more enjoyable with his excellent service and great recommendations. The atmosphere is just as impressive as the food. The beautiful, authentic Mexican décor makes you feel like you've stepped into a charming restaurant in Mexico, and the bar is absolutely stunning--one of the most beautiful I've ever seen. It's the perfect place to relax with an amazing margarita or tequila while soaking in the ambiance. If you're looking for authentic Mexican cuisine, outstanding service, and an unforgettable dining experience, this is the place. As someone who spends a lot of time in Mexico, I don't hand out compliments like this lightly. This restaurant exceeded my expectations, and I'll definitely be coming back. Highly recommend!

Food was great! Prices very reasonable!!! And the restaurant was clean and nice. The staff was…read moreattentive and friendly. Very impressed, and I plan to eat there again. Parking is limited.

Great food! We drive from Inverness to eat here. I love all of the various salsas and hot sauces.read more

The service here was lightning fast, but they definitely didn't shortcut the flavor. The rice and…read morebeans were perfectly seasoned, and both the steak fajitas and the roasted poblano were standout dishes. It's a peaceful atmosphere to sit back and enjoy a great meal, with plenty of bold, tasty options right at your fingertips for those who love authentic flavor.

Legit authentic Mexican food. We got chips and salsa right away when we sat down. They were just…read moreokay, which is usually a bad sign. I ordered a pork stuffed poblano pepper. This was a very large pepper and I am certain they could not have stuffed one more chunk of pork in. I am a big fan of Chile rellenos but this took it to another level. The beans and rice were fresh and made in house daily. The beans were good and the rice was fluffy. I was trying to order a hot sauce found in most Mexican restaurants but could not remember the name. The server suggested i try the homemade green hot sauce. This was excellent, if you like hot sauce be sure to try it. We finished the meal with a cheesecake chimichanga. This is a fun idea but I recommend sharing. The paint and decor was the bright colors often found in a Hispanic places. Very lively. Everything was perfect.

My husband and I were visiting our kids for a family event and wanted to take out our niece and…read morenephew for dinner while we were in town. This restaurant was recommended to us, so we decided to give it a try. Super delicious! Among all of us, we enjoyed the cheese dip, a chicken rice bowl, a shrimp quesadilla, a fajita quesadilla, and a torre de mariscos. We also had one margarita and one mojito. Across the board, everything was delicious! The torre was a massive serving and super interesting- basically a tower of ceviche. The only off thing was that it was a $3 upcharge for the mojito to have a flavor which seems high. Otherwise, pricing was good, and our waiter, Fernando, was great. We never felt rushed, and he took great care of us.

The service, the food, the atmosphere all awesome!!! One of the most authentic I've seen here in…read morethese parts of Florida. It's in the top 3 of my faves.

At WEC to check out practices for an upcoming Barrel Racing competition, my wife and I decided to…read moretry Filo's, one of the few dining options at WEC that we haven't tried. We followed the arrows directing us to Filo's but upon reaching the parking lot to the Equestrian Hotel, the arrows were nowhere to be seen. We must be close. Lo and behold, Filo's is just to the left of the hotel easily accessible from the parking structure next to it. It was a late lunch so there were no crowds. We checked out the menu and my wife opted for Mary's Taco Salad ($17.75) and I ordered the 3 Street Taco ($14). We also ordered tortilla chips and salsa ($7.25). Just like Chipotle, you order by the counter and choose whatever ingredients/toppings you want on your taco. Service was friendly and quick. My wife liked her taco salad and the sweet pork in it...but she felt it was a lot of food. I ordered 3 different meats for my tacos, carnitas, barbacoa, and carne asada. Of the three, I preferred the carne asada. Barbacoa came next and thought the carnitas were too salty. The 3 tacos were filling though. The chips and salsa weren't worth it. All in all, the food was OK but lacked value. If wanting some Mexican food, your best bet for better flavors and value would be outside WEC. Oh yeah, we found out from the workers there that the place was named after one of the owner's tortoises, whose names were Milo and Filo.

Came here with no expectations but was pleasantly surprised at this place…read more Had a burrito bowl with the lime chicken and was shocked by all the different toppings you can add. Never seen this number of choices in a bowl from multiple types of jalapeño, onion, and fresh salsas. The actual chicken and rice were fairly average but the toppings made it. The portion was also significant, which is maybe expected given the price. The atmosphere is basically like a chipotle, so set your expectations accordingly. The folks behind the counter were very kind and patient. We came for an early lunch, so service was quick and easy. I could see it getting backed up during busier times so look into the online ordering if you're in a rush. If you're looking for a quick fresh bite at WEC, this place is a good quick option.