I went here with a large group (10) on Sunday last weekend. We went during Happy Hour (3-6p daily) when their margaritas/beer/wine and appetizers were all $2 off. This is a very scenic and modern upscale restaurant near the heart of downtown Georgetown. The interior is nicely appointed and understatedly elegant. The inside and outside restaurant and bar areas are expansive but easily outstrip the provided parking. There is also street parking nearby, but don't be surprised if you wind up walking from nearby public lots or garages. I can easily see this place being packed. We had a reservation and were promptly seated and offered water service. As with most Mexican restaurants, there's an expansive menu, so we ordered drinks while we perused the menu. I found the Encantada margarita to be quite tasty, but it was a bit expensive. At $11 for a single serving with house liquors, closer to what we've come to expect locally for a Mexican martini (theirs was $18 with house, $24 with call). That's a bit over-the-top IMHO. We were offered complimentary chips and salsa; I remember the chips to be excellent, and the red salsa just right for my taste, but others remarked that it was too spicy. Our waitress (Paulina) joked that the only thing less spicy was their ketchup. They also have a green salsa, which is even spicier, but that we all skipped. The food menu has a lot of chef-inspired offerings. I tried the Grilled Chicken Tacos (Grilled Chicken, Cilantro, Onion, Fresco Cheese) at $16. I had one on flour and one on corn to taste the difference in tortillas with the same ingredients, along with a side bowl of black beans. I found them flavorful but also on the small side for the price. Additional tacos are $5 each. No rice was offered. This was one of their least expensive plates. We had a great time and our drink and food service was nothing less than excellent, but I couldn't help but come away feeling that, for a check that tabbed in just under $100 (with tip) we should have had a fuller tummy. Would we come back? Maybe. We'll have to explore their other options and perhaps graze more off the appetizer menu; however, less than $5 separate most of their appetizers from their plate dinners. This is a place to go for a culinary and visual experience, not an everyday meal. read more

Stop by on Monday night to have have a an adult beverage at the bar I was disappointed to see the note on the door that the bar was closed for a couple days while they did some construction on the floor They should be back operational by July 3 Hopefully things go well. Look forward to sampling their offerings. read more

I went to this restaurant a bit skeptical because I had heard it was just okay. I noticed they had changed their name and thought they might have made some improvements, so I decided to give it a try with my family. We went on a Friday and had about a 45-minute wait, which wasn't an issue. I would recommend making a reservation if you're planning to go on the weekend. Once we were checked in, our experience was great. I sincerely wish I remembered our server's name--it was something like Jeane or George--but he was excellent. Truly some of the best service I've experienced. He went above and beyond, recommended popular dishes, and even guaranteed that if we didn't like them, he would take care of it. To my surprise, he was absolutely right. All the appetizers and entrées were great. I ordered a burger, which isn't what you'd typically expect at a Mexican restaurant, but it ended up being one of the best burgers I've had in the area. My wife had the fajitas, and we also shared queso with chips and a sampler of chips and dips--everything was excellent. I'll definitely be coming back to try more items and hope we get the same level of service again. read more

We got drinks and apps. The queso, guacamole, and bean dip were All really, really good. I really liked my prickly pear margarita. Our waiter seemed to disappear after we told him we were getting apps and drinks. No worries, we were seated near the kitchen and there seemed to always be someone we could flag down for assistance. read more

Beautiful outdoor courtyard/patio dining with nice views - perfect for al fresco dining on a cool evening. The outdoor/bar seating is first come first served; order at the bar and they bring the food/drinks out to you. Not traditional table service like the indoor seating, which we've never been able to experience due to long wait times. Food is just alright - pretty mediocre Tex Mex fare. Nothing special and pretty expensive for what you get. The ambiance and drinks are the reason to visit. Also conveniently located in downtown Georgetown. read more

Encantada Cocina & Cantina - Mexican Near Me - Georgetown, Texas

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Food was 10/10 amazing! Honestly, no complaints. The staff was attentive and very knowledgeable about the drinks. Perfect spot for a girls/moms night out! Especially on the patio. Perfect view of the river. The only thing that was confusing was where the entrance of the actual restaurant is. I def recommend making a reservation. I just showed up and ended up waiting about 35 minutes for a table of 3 without one. read more

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We came here around 5 for happy hour! although we couldn't sit outside we were sat inside right away. Our server was super nice. The ambience was happy hour vibes which we enjoyed. The food tasted great, I had the shrimp tacos and instead of fried they let me have them blackened. The Paloma was probably the best one I've tried in a long time. The only thing I think could be changed is the women's restroom handles to wash your hands they are encrusted in mold or sediment. I also wasn't given happy hour pricing on the drink, unless I chose the wrong ones. Either way, we will be back! read more

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Wonderful spot for upscale Mexican food. The bar is top notch, with several craft cocktails, and also doing great job on custom orders. We had shrimp tacos and the pork belly toast, started with the Dip Trio. Everything is fresh made, lots of flavor. The jam on the pork belly toast was great, the cinnamon jalapeños on top were delicious! With multiple seating options, and very attentive staff, you have a wonderful experience. Our server was Addie, she did a great job, we never had a empty water glass, and she made sure everything came out as ordered. read more

We went to Encantada Cocina & Cantina in Georgetown for their Valentine's Day brunch event and the experience did not disappoint! I had such a fun time with friends. We made a reservation ahead of time and it was SO well worth it! When we arrived they had a lphoto station at the entrance with Valentine's Day props by Howdy Shots Photo Co. (huge shout of Howdy Shots Co. as well for making our experience extra memorable!) the photo station was equipped with items like red and pink cowboy hats and heart-shaped sparkly glasses so you could take cute photos, which came out looking adorable! Then we were escorted to a darlin igloo-style dome. Inside our enclosure there were roses hanging upside down, along with cute hanging lights, heart-shaped champagne glasses and heart shaped plates, which set the tone for our great experience. They also provided us colorful markers so we could each decorate a wine glass to take home, which we had fun with! Our waiter was kind and attentive the whole time. We were instantly greeted with a mimosa tower and small bites such as waffles with maple syrup, mini pink cupcakes, granola, chocolate hearts and yogurt served on a magnetic heart-shaped charcuterie board . We also ordered French press coffee that tasted so delicious and came served to us nice and hot with the freshest side of wiped coffee cream I have ever seen. The presentation as a whole was on point! Altogether, the entire experience was really amazing, so much fun and honestly unique. I would definitely do it again. I also loved the feel of the restaurant's overall environment and atmosphere and loved the indoor/outdoor seating areas. It works great for couples, friends, or groups. Overall I'd give the experience a 10 out of 10! read more

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One of the best dining experiences I've had in Georgetown. Top rate dining, atmosphere, menu! We had a large group for lunch and our waiter was attentive and unruffled. He kept the chips, salsa, and drinks filled and gave great menu recommendations. I had the prickly pear margarita which is my #1 favorite cocktail and I loved it. I had the street corn with sriracha aioli and the flautas. Both were great for lunch before walking around the Square. The fajitas looked amazing but on my next trip I'm getting the arrachera tacos. They were a big hit at the table. read more

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In the long debate of where to go for dinner the Tuesday before Thanksgiving, the Tex-Mex from Encantada in Georgetown seemed to be worth a shot. As we walked in, we learned that sitting outside required a brief wait, so we headed to their bar and waiting area to get some chips and queso and a drink to get the night started. I ended up opting for a Carajillo while my friend got herself a Mojito. The bar is pretty on top of it and it is cool they have a full bar menu separate from the main dining room that allows you to order drinks and eat without having to wait for a table to open up. The outdoor space and garden area for the bar is vast and very cozy. I love a good Carajillo and the one here was pretty solid. Watching them make it in front of me from the bar, it is clear it is well-crafted and balanced and it is great that they have multiple coffee-based cocktails for me and me alone. After munching through some chips and queso, it was not too long until our table was ready. The outdoor section we were seated in faces the south fork of the San Gabriel River which on a nice fall evening really builds a great atmosphere to dine at. Our waiter was pretty attentive through our visit even on a busy night where there was barely any parking. Looking at the view and the menu back and forth, I ultimately ordered the San Gabriel Plate which had a choice of beans, rice, and two enchiladas I got with queso plus a beef taco I got on flour. As a whole, it was fine. It was pretty simple Tex-Mex and was nothing that blew me away. It was maybe a little more pricey than the average Tex-Mex meal, so it is a little sad when you cannot taste the difference too much. The views and the drinks really make the place special compared to their food. If you are looking for the best Tex-Mex in Williamson County, this is not it even if the flashy atmosphere and beautiful aesthetic might pull you in. Just try not to be a moth to the flame. RIYL: Riverside views read more

Encantada Cocina & Cantina - Chips and Queso, Carajillo, and Mojito - Mexican Near Me - Georgetown, Texas

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Server placed a 26% tip on $86. Other than taking our order and refilling water vase and salsa did nothing else. 4 people. 3 taco plates with black beans and little rice was $17 a piece. wife had egg hash bowl. I had to the restroom so the wife just signed the check with my card. NEVER again. We just had water as a beer was $8. Shame shame shame. I didn't pick the place and advise not to go. This is only my 2nd Yelp post in 5+ years. Was so mad being taken of advantage of how to share read more

Unfortunately this is the last time dining here. The prices are absolutely outrageous! You can go to downtown Austin and pay less. The taco order comes with two for $17.00 and they charge for rice and beans. The manager said they include them now. We ordered jalapeño poppers they brought out 5 small ones. It's like wow ok did someone eat the 6 one? $15.00 for 5 small jalapeño poppers. I saw the managers response to other peoples comments about prices. I cook a lot and go to the store probably twice a week I know how much things cost. You can buy a giant bag of jalapeños for 3.00 or less. We are a family of 3 we each ordered just the tacos and the appetizer. After tip it was $75.00. We have eaten at the domain for less and got more food. Overpriced & Overrated ‼UPDATE‼ Cherie the manager responded to my review. I posted the picture below...the picture says it all. YES they do charge for rice and beans. read more

Encantada Cocina & Cantina - Mexican Near Me - Georgetown, Texas

This replaced El Monumento. Such an improvement! I ordered the Cheese Queso enchiladas. Weird name, huh? These were DELICIOUS! Rice & black beans were a refreshing change from common sides from many Mexican restaurants. Chips & salsa are not complimentary, which is a huge bummer. But $5 for a salsa flight that includes a green, spicy red salsa & smashed back beans made the sting a bit less. Chips were excellent. Those smashed black beans were devoured! So good! I would order them as a side with my next entree. Margaritas are a bit pricy. Frozen are made with their ice shaver. A huge improvement from El Mon. I will be back. read more

I was coming to this place when it was El Monumento, so when I searched for it, I was disappointed that it said it was permanently closed. Little did I know, it just changed owners and name. I love coming here and enjoy the views from the bar detached from the restaurant. The decor is the same. Things haven't changed that much which is a plus. I came by for a little bit so I didn't try the food this time. However, if the chance of owners is between family members I don't think the food has changed that much. The drinks are amazing though! I talked to the staff and they said the change has not affected anyone. All staff is pretty much the same. New items in the menu, but main dishes conserve the previous essence. I kept looking at the Tres leches desert but settled for the margarita, im drinking my calories today. :-) read more

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Decided to give Encantada a try since it's change in family ownership. The new entrance is a little confusing but once inside, the vibe is very similar to the original El Monumento. The hostess and our server did a great job, very friendly and welcoming. The menu was updated and the beer/wine section was very good. We enjoyed the salsa flight and queso blanco to start. Entrees included chili relleno, street tacos, grilled shrimp and enchiladas. All were delicious! We thoroughly enjoyed ourselves and Encantada is a repeater for us! read more

Love the updated menu and seasonal offerings at Encantada! The cranberry margarita was fabulous! Service was attentive and friendly. They also offer special pre fixe dining in their outdoor 'igloos' (clear bubble-like tents decorated for the holidays). Such a cute, unique idea! The building, patio, and decor are beautiful and inviting. This is a great option for drinks and good food if you're in the area or visiting the Square. read more

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I LOVE this place. The food is always delicious and service has been great every time. The tres leches is so amazing! The location and the building itself are unique and beautiful views. I will be back! The only challenge is parking. The surrounding parking is designated for other area businesses so beware of where you park as you could potentially get towed. read more

We ordered take-out one Sunday afternoon in October. The establishment is beautiful, located right on the San Gabriel River in the heart of GTX. There are lovely plants all around and a nice deck with outdoor seating that overlooks the river. We also saw several Monarch butterflies enjoying nectar in some of the bushes near the parking lot. I had the quinoa bowl, and it was satisfying both in flavor and size. I'll return, hopefully to dine-in or out next time. read more

Encantada Cocina & Cantina - Quinoa Bowl - Mexican Near Me - Georgetown, Texas

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1st time visit. I got the chicken quesadilla and I have to say it's the best one I've had in Georgetown! Hubby got the steak fajitas and he really liked them too. Thank you for an excellent 1st time visit. We will be back soon! read more

We had reservations on NEW YEARS Eve. . I have to say the food and wine were delicious. The waiter was somewhat inexperienced, but I believe it was because it was a busy night. The restaurant has the best Ambience of any around ( in my opinion). We will definitely go back for our next special occasion. read more

Food , drinks, atmosphere all amazing. Would highly recommend. Excellent waiter the evening we had dinner. Hosts were pleasant.

The food was good but the service was excellent. Prices were as expected as they have seemed to go up everywhere. I'm not a cocktail girly so can't speak on that topic. However, the location is beautiful and the restaurant decor is nice. read more

Really nice looking building with a great patio but it's too large for the limited parking they have. The place is beautiful and the service is excellent. The food is just ok. The menu hints at an upscale Mexican cuisine but the flavors fall short. The saving grace here is probably that despite the upscale menu items the prices do seem reasonable. I don't like that they charge for chips and salsa, just not something I'm used to in central Texas. My wife wanted some queso though so we sprung for the chips and they were quite good. Alas another disappointment came quickly when we realized that even though we just spent $10 for a bowl of cheese, which wasn't all that great, that still didn't get us any salsa. They wanted another $4 for a salsa! I had the duck enchiladas. Not much flavor and it wasn't hot. Our food arrived so fast that I didn't even have to wonder... it's not cooked to order. I'm somewhat used to that in your typical Mexican cafe, but it's not the upscale vibe they are trying to pull off here. Oh, and I found bones (multiple) in my enchiladas. It's not a terrible meal if you value the ambiance and service but we probably won't be back. read more

Encantada Cocina & Cantina - Duck bones in my enchiladas - Mexican Near Me - Georgetown, Texas

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This will be our new place to come by. The atmosphere is very elegant! Food was very delicious! Our server was amazing. The view of a river was a bonus to our sitting. read more

Encantada Cocina & Cantina - Chicken & Poblano Cream - Mexican Near Me - Georgetown, Texas

Amazing food! BEAUTIFUL AMBIANCE! Sitting inside or outside will have a good date night or family night setting. Service is excellent! Went for date night with my wife and looks like we found a new date night spot! Missed out on dessert but will try next time! read more

Food was excellent. Really great chips and salsa. Chili relleno was perfect. Service was timely. Ambience was relaxed. Sopapillas were good read more

Encantada Cocina & Cantina - Sopapillas. - Mexican Near Me - Georgetown, Texas

I want to start by saying this is my third Encantada experience. The first, the night they opened, the second visit was in mid February. The first two experiences truthfully, were disappointing. I was exceptionally disappointed because El Monumento was somewhere we frequented sometimes more than once a week. Always taking our out of town guests as well as a weekend spot for ourselves. At the grand opening things were all over the place, probably to be expected. A few months later when we tried again we were once again disappointed. It seemed like the fajitas on that visit weren't the best and it kind of gave the impression that they were still navigating a changing menu. After not having been in a while, craving one of our favorites and continuing to try and support a local business we decided to try again. I'm so glad we did. It really did seem like everything was the best it's ever been. My fajitas were cooked exactly the way I asked. Our waitress, Maddy, was excellent. It was exactly what we had been missing for months. I'm really looking forward to making this a regular spot again. I also have to admit that another big reason that we decided to give it another try is most of the negative reviews seem to be from the initial transition. It really felt like this got worked out. I also appreciated that the owner and their spouse are active on socials and it really seems like they're trying to make this restaurant a success. I appreciated some of their comments back to negative reviews saying they were going to work on whatever the review stated. All this said, if you haven't been in awhile, check out Encantada. Have a margarita, the queso flameado, and the fajitas. I can promise you will not be disappointed. read more

Encantada Cocina & Cantina - Beef Fajitas - Mexican Near Me - Georgetown, Texas

This was formerly el Monumento. Not much has changed that I can see. The cocktails were very good. Many choices for all tastes. My verde enchiladas were very good. One of the best verde sauces I've had. Our server was very good. She stayed on top of things even though the restaurant was busy. The patio here is great. It's large and right on the river. This time of year it's a great place for a meal. The reason for only 3 stars was the appetizer and the greeters. The guacamole was very bland. Even a little salt would have been an improvement. The greeters we far more interested in comparing their lives than anything else. Definitely gave us the impression we were not important to them. read more

I've been twice in the past 3 weeks. The venue has changed owners & the new owner is bringing a new flare! Not only is the patio decorated with amazing Dia de Los muertos murals, photo opportunities & sugar skulls, the food, cocktails & service were amazing! BOTH times! They are also now pet friendly in the patio for well socialized & well behaved dogs. HUGE bonus! Not to mention the live relaxed music while we enjoyed the complimentary chips & salsa, chicken flautas, with a side of Mexican rice & black beans. The queso with ground beef was amazing! I'm always down for a cucumber margarita with Tajine & the Mexican martini was excellent! The food flavor & presentation was awesome & we felt the pricing was fair for today's market. We were so excited about the decorations, we did get photos to share of our food. ~ sorry! Super excited to enjoy some date nights on the patio with our yorkie! read more

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Terrific good (5 stars) offset by poorly mannered staff (2 stars). I felt embarrassed for having chosen the restaurant after watching my friends and family "served". read more

Just as great as it was before the new ownership and name change. Beautiful space and interiors as always. Their burger and duck enchiladas will always be my favorite. The mole sauce it comes with has a depth of flavor. Love their queso, chips and salsa, buffalo wings, strawberry tres leches, and their decaf coffee which comes out a beautiful silver tray with a pretty silver French press and HOMEMADE fresh whipped cream and syrup! You can pass on their pozole soup and fajitas--not many interesting flavors for both. read more

Encantada Cocina & Cantina - Fish tacos and pozole soup - Mexican Near Me - Georgetown, Texas

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We went to encantada on a Friday evening, party pf 6.. we were sat immediately inside. The queso was awesome. Everyone loved the chips. Our server was so sweet. I ordered the steak nachos, and loved them. The steak fajitas were so good. We also orders the Barbacoa bowl, loved that as well. For dessert the churro donut was the tables favorite. We will definitely be back. Great food and atmosphere. read more

Encantada Cocina & Cantina - Mexican Near Me - Georgetown, Texas

Brought our dog for brunch, be aware that the inner courtyard is the dog friendly seating and you order at the bar (which opens at noon on Sundays). Friendly bar tender and a solid experience. Queso computes to was delicious. Our dog appreciated her strawberry cucumber pup cup! read more

Encantada Cocina & Cantina - Pup cup - Mexican Near Me - Georgetown, Texas

I picked up take out. I didn't know what meat of enchiladas I was going to get with the San Gabriel platter because no description in the order process however they were chicken which consisted of a slice of chicken breast and a slice of cheese topped with some sauce. The sauce had already turned bad in the container. The charro beans were not fully cooked, hard and raw. The crispy tacos were not crispy, totally soggy on one side and could not eat a whole taco. The chips and salsa were ok. I went here when it was El Monumento, which was better. I won't be back. read more

The food was excellent, as was the service. We ate indoors on this visit, but will try the patio when weather is cooler. The patio has a very pretty setting above the river. read more

We came here for Sunday brunch, and there was no wait which was amazing! The ambiance was absolutely gorgeous. We sat on the patio out back for brunch, and you can see the river and park right in front of you. The weather was also perfect that day. We ordered the chips and salsa combo, a flight of margarita samples, chilaquiles divorciados and the churro waffle. Everything was fresh and tasty! Our waitress was kind and helpful overall, but we did need to get her attention once or twice when we needed her. Overall, it was a delicious brunch and we will be back! read more

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First and foremost the view from the patio overlooking San Gabriel river is absolutely beautiful! This is the draw to this place. Unfortunately the service is very slow and staff seem to be just going through the motions. We had to wait a while before even getting greeting by the hostess and had to ask another server to get our server. Server was young and appeared overwhelmed despite it not being very busy. The "fresh" limeade did not actually taste fresh. The salad and steak were decent. Overall, go for the view and expect sub par service. read more

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Food came out really fast and the chips and salsa were phenomenal. The service was excellent and I enjoyed the environment

We enjoyed a beautiful lunch and great service. Don't be afraid of the chile relleno. It's so unique and delicious. The raisins disappear to be a pop of sweet. I had steak added to my dish. Sooo good. I always enjoy my beverage from the bar. read more

Encantada Cocina & Cantina - Salsa flight and a Paloma! - Mexican Near Me - Georgetown, Texas

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