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    Esperanza's Mexican Cafe And Bakery

    3.4 (346 reviews)
    Open 6:30 am - 9:00 pm
    Updated over 3 months ago

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    What's the vibe?
    Moderate noise
    Casual
    Outdoor seating
    Good for kids

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    Fajita for two
    Vu N.

    This Mexican restaurant is our favorite, especially because their amazing Fajitas for Two are always perfect for sharing. We recently expanded our choices to include other menu items. We were pleasantly surprised by the results. The Caldo de Res featuring tender beef and vegetables precisely cooked in beef broth, but it lacked some of that strong beefy flavor we're looking for. The Guisado in Chile Verde was a whole different experience. It's filled with flavor. The tender meat absorbed the rich sauce, rendering its intensely spicy flavor a deeply worthwhile experience. Each and every visit reinforces this location's status as a preferred destination. The food is exceptionally delicious. The remarkably varied menu always entices us to return. I strongly suggest it.

    The food was great and very filling. Service was great as well. Always recommend this place.
    Chris R.

    The food and the service was great, as always. I always recommend this place. The food was very filling.

    Margarita sangria swirl
    Denise S.

    You order at the counter and they call you to pick up your food. The restaurant is very busy. Fun atmosphere. Very casual. We both ordered nachos and then there is a nacho bar to add toppings! We were both very happy with our food. The nachos were wonderful! Will definitely return!

    Migas with Salsa Verde
    Monique H.

    I leave here full and happy every time I eat here. I love the traditional Mexican food and am partial to their breakfast menu items. The food is homemade and hits the spot. Their chorizo and egg is one of my favorites and I also like their chilaquiles with salsa verde (and add chorizo). Homemade pillowy tortilla and refried beans rounds out the meal. The service is great and they are fast. Lots of tables and a bar to accommodate different sizes in your party. They get busy so you may have a little wait during peak times. Make sure you go to the bakery next door for some delicious empanadas or conchas.

    Flautas
    Mark J.

    Excellent Tex Mex with fast and friendly service. I really enjoyed the good and will be back.

    Molly M.

    We came here for my dad's 70th birthday. We were able to make a reservation ahead of time and they were more than accommodating. We had a party of 14 and we were able to be seated slightly early. They brought us chips and salsa and any other appetizers right away as we waited for our party. I ordered a piece of tres leches for my dad's bday cake and they brought us a whole cake at the end with the candles we brought. They were so attentive and food was good! Would highly recommend for a big party. My dad had a great time also and it was so very memorable for all the right reasons! Also margs were on point!!

    Huge chicharrones in the bakery section
    Ricardo J.

    We came here a couple of times while staying in downtown Ft. Worth for the bakery section. The girls working here are great representatives of the old school Mexican/Latino work ethic - best summed up by the Seven Dwarves who liked to whistle while they work. Work hard and make it fun. The bakery offers a healthy (meaning size wise) selection of baked goods and other items such as pork skins and the more traditional chicharrones. The price is old school and in keeping with good food for cheap. Come away with bags full of tasty treats for a bargain

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    Best menudo in town. Flavorful, fresh, perfectly seasoned. Excellent customer service. A must‑try.

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    Love this place! Everything was fresh, hot and delivered in a timely manner! I enjoy this location over the other one.

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    Don Artemio never disappoints. The ambiance is sophisticated and warm with accents that reflect the…read moreMexico which the cuisine here showcases; stellar, polished, service; a remarkable menu featuring authentic Mexican cuisine artfully prepared and presented; an exceptional wine list featuring the best of Mexican, European and U.S. wines; and some of the most skillfully poured cocktails in Fort Worth. What is not to love? As we're celebrating our 55th anniversary this month we were presented with a lovely, complementary sparkly rose. As today is Cinco de Mayo a Margarita was in order and the house pour was lovely. We shared a bottle of California Sauvignon Blanc to accompany the Ceviche Tatemado followed by the Tacos de Barbacoa which is the Tuesday lunch special. Both the ceviche and barbacoa tacos were just so enjoyable. The striped bass and octopus ceviche here is a unique preparation that sings in the tangy lime and Serrano vinaigrette in which it is prepared. The barbacoa is so flavorful and tender; and the thin, house made flour tortilla is fried crispy on the flat top before being filled. So good.

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    4.0(201 reviews)
    1.5 miSouthside
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    My friend and I came here last spring. The parking is limited, however we were able to find parking…read moreon the side of the restauraunt. The interior and exterior of Buena Vida is warm and inviting. The staff were friendly and quick with our order. There are plenty of areas to sit and their menu offers a variety of options. I opted for the barbacoa and chipotle lime tacos with a side of borracho beans. The beans were flavorful and paired well with the yummy tacos. My friend enjoyed her tacos as well. My meal satisfied me without feeling stuffed. I look forward to my next visit.

    I've been here multiple times, but this visit was with a friend who was trying it for the first…read moretime. Unfortunately, she wasn't impressed. She ordered the birria tacos, fries, and beans. The beans had a lot going on and included ingredients that probably should be mentioned when ordering. She thought the fries were decent, but said the birria tacos were just okay and that she's had much better elsewhere in the area. The service is good and straightforward. You walk up to order, grab a seat, and wait for your buzzer to go off. One thing to note: if you order drinks, keep an eye out for them because they're not brought to your table. As for my meal, I tried the mushroom, shrimp, and pastor tacos. The pastor was underwhelming, and the shrimp was overcooked. The mushroom taco was easily the standout and will definitely be my go-to if I come back. The weather will soon be nice for enjoying the patio, but there's also plenty of indoor seating available.

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    Buena Vida - Looking toward the order counter and kitchen.

    Looking toward the order counter and kitchen.

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