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    Holy Tequila Mexican Kitchen

    3.6 (683 reviews)
    ModerateMexican
    Closed 11:30 am - 9:00 pm

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    Outdoor seating

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    Fried ice cream
    Theresa H.

    If you're looking for a spot that perfectly balances a high-energy vibe with top-tier food, this is it. I visited on a Friday in February around 6:00 PM, and the place was buzzing. The Atmosphere & Vibe The energy here is infectious. Even though it was packed for trivia night, the layout keeps things feeling social rather than cramped. A standout feature is the outdoor seating area--it's incredibly charming and comfortable, complete with cozy couches, and a beautiful statue and fountain nearby, to add a relaxing backdrop. I'm already planning a return trip for warmer weather; the restaurant has these giant garage doors that look like they open the entire space up to the patio. I can only imagine how cool that "3-wall" indoor-outdoor breeze feels during a meal! Service & Speed Despite every table being full, the service was impressively sharp. Our server was attentive and friendly, and the food came out remarkably quickly. Usually, a Friday night rush means a long wait, but the kitchen here is clearly a well-oiled machine. The Food & Menu The menu offers a fantastic variety, ranging from authentic tacos to more elaborate signature entrees. Everything we ordered was delicious--fresh ingredients, bold spices, and perfect presentation. Had to pay for chips and salsa, ( unlike other Mexican restaurants ) but it was optional and worth the three bucks. Bottom line: Whether you're there for the trivia, the fountain-side lounging, the margaritas, or just the tacos, this place delivers a top experience.

    Holy Burrito as Chimichanga.. so good!
    Stephanie S.

    We had such an amazing meal here!! I came with family, party of 7, during a super busy night. They were so sweet and accommodating in getting us a table with a short wait. During the wait, they kept us informed many times of the status of how long our table would be. And when I say "they" it was mostly the manager, I don't know if he was the owner or manager, but you could tell he cared a lot about the customers experience. He checked on us several times, and was so helpful to the staff, seating tables, running food, and doing everything a good manager should do. Our server was also fantastic, she was helpful in answering all our questions and dealing with a hungry large party during a slammed night. The food was so much better than we expected! My husband loved his big fat smothered chimichanga, the crèmea sauce was phenomenal. I loved my smoked chicken taco (bowl) with added pinto beans, so delicious. My mother loved her verde enchiladas, the cheesy verde sauce was to die for. Everyone loved the food, and the margaritas were also delicious. I'd definitely recommend here if you're craving a sports-bar atmosphere with delicious Mexican food. Thank you!!!

    Taco salad with chicken
    Julia M.

    Last night was our second visit to Holy Tequila. I started with a peach margarita and it was good. I was afraid it might be too sweet, but it wasn't. I would definitely order this again. On our first visit everything was excellent & service was outstanding. I had taco salad with chicken and hubs got some sort of meat tacos. We both had margaritas and were very pleased. So last night I decided to get 3 tacos - 1 smoked chicken, 1 coconut shrimp and 1 fish taco. I was afraid that I wouldn't like the smoked chicken as I really don't care for smoked meats, but this was delish. I would order again. 5 stars The coconut shrimp was good for the first few bites. Shrimp was good & not soggy, I liked the shredded mango. But about halfway in, it was a bit overwhelming. and started dripping what looked like a teriyaki sauce. I'd probably skip this one next time. 3.5 stars. The fish taco was yucky from the first bite. To start with, I asked if they could sub shredded lettuce for the coleslaw, but they forgot. Instead of sending it back I just tried to scrape off the coleslaw. The fish was breaded and the coleslaw made the breading soggy. Plus the fish had a mealy texture which was very off-putting. Would not order this again. This was a 1. I got cilantro rice with black beans as my side. Black beans were decently seasoned but the rice was meh. Overall a 3.5. I think our server was new, he seemed a little unsure about a lot of things. Not the best service, but not terrible either. He missed the lettuce/coleslaw sub request and brought hubby cilantro rice instead of Mexican rice. I'd give him a 3. But we like the vibe of the place and food is not bad- except that fish taco, lol. I give this visit 3.5 stars, but we would go back.

    Wonderful surprise! Just wandered in, sat at the bar, and enjoyed some terrific margaritas and tacos. The servers and manager were extremely friendly and considerate. We'll be back.

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    Joey S.

    This place was very much hyped up by several friends. The place looks super cool and has a great vibe. The service was a mixed bag. I visited twice over 4 days. The first visit service was wonderful. The second visit it was okay. Not saying how just that it was a different experience. As far as food my first visit the mahi-mahi burrito was very tasty, I found it odd the side was chips and salsa since that was already on the table. Second visit I got the steak and blue cheese quesadilla which was very good. We had a large group on my second visit and half complained later that their food was either just warm or getting cold. I didn't have this issue, mine was great. We did have 13 people in our party so depending on the kitchen staff this may have been just an issue of timing but still want to mention it. Would I be back, yes. I would love to try some of their drinks. But didn't want to drink and drive.

    Merrin O.

    Best Mexican on the island! The margaritas are killer (and I'm a margarita snob). All the food was amazing. Go ahead and order some wings while you're there just because they're BOMB. Service was great, DJ took very good care of us. Kids had a great time playing outside by the fountain after dinner. New owners since last summer, so old reviews don't apply. Looks like they've redone all menus and renovated the inside. Much brighter and tastier now!

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    Alan W.

    A group of us were in a bike race today & since it's Cinco de Mayo, we opted for a post-race lunch of tacos. The service was great. Many ordered margaritas but couldn't finish them. They said it was pure tequila & way, way too strong. I ordered 2 tacos. The first was a carnita taco that was delicious. It had pickled onions, carnitas, cream, cotija, guacamole, etc. The taste was excellent but it was small for sure & cost $6. The other was a grilled shrimp taco. This was not good because one of the shrimp in the taco had gone bad & made me gag. I had to spit it out into my napkin. It too cost $6. If I return to Hilton Head I'll likely eat somewhere else.

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    Great clean place. Excellent food and drink. Friendly service and beautiful bunch of TVs for the games.

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    We order takeout from here every time we visit HHI. The Mahi burrito is so good. Great food!

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    Do you still take reservations on Resy or Yelp or Open Table?

    Jane , All reservations now run through or website

    Are you dog friendly?

    We sure are

    Is there a kids menu?

    We do have a kids menu just for them

    Are the beans and rice vegetarian or made with animal broth or lard?

    Our server told me that the beans served as part of the "rice and beans" side has bacon in them. We had already eaten some refried beans so I didn't even want to ask if they had meat too! :-/

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    Maaaaan, I came here YEARS ago (try almost 11, if my photo on FB is to be believed) before I was…read moreYelping regularly, but I saw this restaurant pop up on a Yelp list I was reading the other day and it unlocked the deeply-buried memory of my visit here and I thought...might as well chronicle that memory with a quick review! I came here with a bunch of friends from my undergraduate research lab while we were in Hilton Head presenting at a conference. We had rented a condo to all stay together and this place was in walking distance, so we headed over. I don't remember what all everyone else got to eat, or much about the service, but I do remember it was a total vibe. Beachy decorations that were fun but still classy and not too kitschy, warm lighting, good music. I ordered an item probably not even on their menu anymore: pulled barbeque chicken on a hunk of spicy cornbread with a side salad. I checked online and it's nowhere to be found, but it slapped at the time, and from pictures it seems like you can still maybe order their spicy cornbread at least, which was the best part! It had a great cakey texture and some legit heat. The chicken was succulent and tender and the smokiness paired well with the salad. It seems Chow Daddy's enjoyed a decade of success after my visit so long ago. I hope the temporary closure listed on the Yelp page doesn't turn into a permanent one. It was a pleasant surprise to be reminded of this visit and my time with friends.

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    Hanger steak bowl: diced steak served over fingerling potatoes.
    Hanger steak bowl: diced steak served over fingerling potatoes.
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    Clean and modern restrooms!
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    Salad with chicken
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