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    Fuentes Cafe

    4.8 (114 reviews)
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    What's the vibe?
    Casual
    Dogs allowed
    Good for groups
    Outdoor seating

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    Fish tacos and beef enchilada
    Felicia J.

    The food was delicious and flavorful. Very authentic! I'll be back for sure. I think I've found my go to spot for Mexican cuisine.

    Buffalo chx quesadilla
    Mel L.

    Cute little spot for lunch. Nothing to write home about. Food was good for a little hole in the wall place but not special or amazing, just fine. The lady working the register was pleasant and the food took a while to prepare despite us being basically the only people there.

    Buffalo chicken wrap
    Mike J.

    A little hole in the wall my lady took me to and I'll definitely will be returning! Ordered the buffalo chicken wrap and it was 10/10! Extremely fresh ingredients. Excellent customer service.

    Fish tacos
    Keith B.

    Very good food... I had the fish tacos and would definitely order them again! My boy had the ground beef burrito and that got good reviews as well.

    Blackened chicken
    Rupel J.

    LOVED THIS! They had a good variety of choices and the food was so so good! I got the blackened chicken with mango salsa and my fam got the burritos and we all loved it! We got take out, so honestly idk the vibe/ambiance of the place but it was great for take out and still tasted fresh! Also unsure of the service in person, but people were super nice over the phone even with the large order that we had!

    Chicken Quesadilla
    Reid P.

    Today I tried Fuentes Cafe in Timonium , Md . My Quesadilla was awesome . It was loaded with fresh grilled Chicken and Cheese and came with a nice dipping Salsa and Sour Creme . My wife really enjoyed her Chicken Salad Sandwich . I had a great conversation with the owner(s) while I waited for my takeout . She was super nice ! With a mix of delicious American and Mexican food it is a hidden gem in a town loaded with food places . Family owned and operated by great people . Please give them a try today !

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    Derrick G.

    This is a good local family owned and operated restaurant. The prices are very affordable and food has good flavor. We ordered the shrimp burrito and steak tacos. The shrimp burrito had good flavor, but had a lot of beans. If you do not enjoy beans I would suggest the burrito without beans. The steak tacos had good flavor, but the meat was a little dry. Overall, this was good food, less the few things mentioned previously.

    Ribeye steak platter ($14)
    Nancy C.

    Got a steak platter ($14) and a piece of tiramisu ($4). steak platter: mixed greens with fresh strawberries, feta, and strawberry vinaigrette was fresh, nothing was the least bit wilty. The strawberry dressing on strawberry was a little much strawberry for me, but it was tasty. The super thin steak was surprisingly done well -- there's no choice of doneness since it's so thin, but even with it being thoroughly cooked, it was fatty enough that it didn't come across as dry. It is a cheap cut with fat and gristle and it's got a bit of chewiness...I liked it. The pico and rice were good accompaniments too, rice was tasty in a buttery way. For the price, a definite 5/5 Tiramisu: it looked slightly dry around the edges so I suspect the piece was cut on a prior day. However...it tasted fine. Better than fine. I've never met tiramisu I didn't like. Again...for the price, definitely 5/5 They do not give water cups here, which is a bummer. There is a great collection of hot sauce, tho. I'd come here again. Tasty and satisfying at a decent price!

    Specials Board
    Maggi R.

    We finally stopped for a late lunch/early dinner at Fuentes. We had read really good things about this restaurant, and they were spot on. It is a little gem of a restaurant hidden at 30 E. Padonia Road on the back side of the office building. The restaurant was spotless. The menu is very eclectic - something for everyone - American food, Italian Food, and Mexican food. They have seating inside for about 12 people at tables, counter seating and some outside tables. Of course, we were the only ones there as it was 3:30 PM. Will, the owner, warmly greeted us and answered all of our questions about the food that he prepares. This is a family business, Will and Nora, his wife, both work here. Will suggested that I try the Special Enchilada. I chose ground beef - the dish came with rice and black beans. I was very impressed with the presentation and taste. My husband judges a restaurant on how well they make a Cheese Steak sub. Fuentes passed with flying colors. Both of our dishes were freshly prepared, delicious and loaded with flavor. Since the restaurant was quiet, we had the chance to chat with Will. We thoroughly enjoyed our meal. We highly recommend Fuentes!

    First visit!!!
    John W.

    A return to Fuentes! Based on the reviews I've read in the Yelper community, I wanted to do something different this chilly Saturday evening: order carryout and try something other than their fantastic Mexican cuisine. Owners Will and Nora were there with their team, busy as usual preparing carryout orders. Shortly after I arrived, a couple who had eaten there the first time tonight were very pleased and said they would definitely be back. Nora took my order for a chicken cheesesteak sub and fries. Orders are prepared in the order taken and I had to wait a few minutes. While watching the team working I reminisced stories my wife told me of her Greek Dad as he worked a stand at Lexington Market when she was an adolescent and joined him "helping out." I think about this as my father in law came to this country as a child and returned to Greece when his father fell ill. After serving in WW II, for the US (dual citizenship), he toiled in several successful ventures, dry cleaning and carryouts for decades with his Lexington Market venture being his last. Several peers who came from Greece worked menial jobs in hotel restaurants and the like and progressed into owning their own successful businesses. I get the same vibe from Will and Nora. Back to the food- I got it in about 10 minutes and traveled home to enjoy it. The sub was perfect. The WizWit mixed perfectly with the chicken. And it was a deal at $8.50. The fries we still hot when I got home. Plentiful and ran just $2. So glad they're doing well and I hope to return sooner than later!

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    Very nice owners! The food is always great, and the mango and pineapple juices are a plus. A little spot with the big flavor!

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    Good food.Fish in taco nice and juicy, cooked just right. Burrito is big and also quite good like a taco salad but in a wrap.

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    The food is done very well and the owners could not be more welcoming. It was a nice unexpected find.

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    Strip mall sign to help find store. Will come back here to try other things in shopping center
    Strip mall sign to help find store. Will come back here to try other things in shopping center
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    Grass that was in my pasta. Yuck!
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    Front Dining Room &Soda area
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