Nice spot with sizzling authentic Mexican Food. Nice location and view of the lake. Also docking…read moreoptions.

Great location, and food was right on par. Nothing special, but the view on the deck is fantastic…read more They had many delicious sounding cocktails and even dessert drinks, which we'll have to come back for! However, service was much slower than a typical Mexican restaurant and, as stated previously, portions aren't very large. Moreover, we were EXTREMELY dismayed by the drunken employee screaming at everyone that theyd be closing in 15 minutes (we had just received our food) and that everyone needed to get out. Then proceeded to vape and dance sitting on the bar. So unprofessional and really dampened our nice experience.

Established in 2007, this family-owned Mexican restaurant located at Westlake Corner in Hardy,…read moreVirginia (near Smith Mountain Lake) is a very popular spot for serving fresh authentic Mexican food in this area. It has a large menu including favorites like fajitas, burritos, seafood, and steaks, plus vegetarian options. It is also well known for its great cocktails, including margaritas, and a good beer selection. It offers the option of dining-in in one of its colorful dining rooms, at its full-bar with a large screen TV, or dining outdoors in its enclosed back patio seating area. You also have the option of ordering on-line or over the phone for pick-up, as well as ordering on the premises for take-out. It also offers catering for special events. After having been selected as number 4 of Yelp's Top 50 most prolific Elites of 2025, a year when I was also awarded the Yelp Triad Squad Photographer of the Year Award at their Yelpies 2025 Award Ceremony, an event that honored the highest-performing Yelp Elites, and where last year I was awarded the Yelp Triad Squad Yelper of the Year Award, I decided that this year, as an All-Star Yelp Elite, I not only wanted to be the first to discover new restaurants, businesses, and important landmarks, and bring them to the attention of the public, but also to uncover those found in hidden paths that for one reason or another have not reached the public in its totality. And Cancun Mexican Restaurant & Grill, located in the in Hardy, Virginia is a perfect example. I had the opportunity of dining at the restaurant for lunch last Wednesday when I was in the area. After arriving in my pearl white Lexus and parking in their parking lot the first thing that caught my attention was Carlos, their new Cancun rooster, a colorful statue that stood in front of the restaurant. The architectural design of its building with its restaurant's sign on a tower high above was also very impressive. As I entered the restaurant I was particularly surprised by its fun, festive, and colorful environment. The restaurant was very clean and decorated with some one-of-a-kind items that gave the place a very unique character. A gentleman whom later I found out was the manager gracefully greeted me and gave me a warm welcome to their restaurant. He then took me to my table. Shortly afterwards my server arrived with some chips and both red and white salsas. Only very exclusive Mexican restaurants serve the white salsa. He took my drink order of a large Virgin Mango Margarita. As he went to have it made I browsed through their extensive menu and saw some very unique items which I would like return another day to have for dinner. But since it was lunchtime I ordered their Quesadilla Rellena with shredded beef. They were served with pico de gallo and sour cream and I asked for Guacamole extra. While I waited for the food order to be made I enjoyed my delicious Virgin Mango Margarita which was amazing, while also having my chips and salsa. The Quesadilla arrived fresh and hot and filled cheese and a well seasoned shredded beef. I invite you to view my photographs accompanying this review to get a better sense of the place and the high-quality food served here. When I was finished eating my server brought me the bill without first asking me if I wanted dessert. Since it was late I decided to have it at the movie theater I was going later on. But next time I come for dinner I will definitely have their Mexican Fried Ice Cream. As I was leaving the manager showed me around the restaurant as well as the outside seating area in the back patio, and again thanked me for dining at their restaurant. In conclusion I highly recommend this Mexican restaurant for its exquisite, genuine Mexican cuisine, its amazing margaritas, its festive, welcoming, and relaxed environment, together with wonderful customer service.

Hands-down, my favorite Mexican food ever the white cheese that they put on the burritos is…read morefreaking amazing. And every time I go, they were so friendly. I even got my mom hooked on this place when she visit the only other place that was ever this good that I used to eat it was Anita's back home in nova Virginia.

Some of the best Mexican food I've ever had. Have tried countless items on the menu and never been…read moredisappointed. Usually very busy, but service is still pretty fast

Fresh,tasty,colorful Mexican food. Full bar with tvs throughout. Comfy spot with indoor and…read moreoutdoor options. Kid options and even ice cream in the back. Can't beat it!

I got a take out. The food was outstanding, but not what I ordered. I live too far away to be…read morerunning back and forth. Check your meals before you leave.

You don't usually think of authentic Mexican food when you think of Gretna, VA--but JR Mexican…read moreRestaurant proves otherwise. The food is fresh, flavorful, and clearly made with care. Portions are generous, prices are fair, and the service is always warm and welcoming. From the chips and salsa to the main dishes, everything has that homemade taste you'd expect from a family-run spot. The atmosphere is cozy, clean, and perfect whether you're grabbing lunch or having a relaxed dinner out. JR Mexican Restaurant is truly a hidden gem in Gretna--well worth the stop if you're passing through, and even better if you're lucky enough to be local. Highly recommend!

The food was hot, service was excellent, and the house margarita was delicious…read more I can't say en good things about my visit on 10/20.

immediate seating friendly waitress. clean very clean. Great food very happy. They even gave us a…read moremilitary discount!

The food is amazing I get the ACP burrito all the time and it is amazing. And Bryan V the cashier…read moreis very nice.

We were in town to see a show at Harvester and decide to eat out and try some local food. We…read morenarrowed it down to three spots we hadn't tried before and La Casa won out. It's in an unassuming strip mall just out of town but easy to find. It was our first time in and so we needed a moment to look at the board. The cashier wasn't terribly patient so we made quick decisions without really exploring. We tried asking questions about a few items, since the descriptions are not on the board like they would be on a handheld menu generally, but it seemed she was getting frustrated with us. We like to try new things, which we saw after we were seated, but oh well. The food is tasty, no frills. We probably will not go back, just based on the overall experience. We have a vacation place nearby and there are other options. We don't dine out a lot when we are up there, and really prefer a more welcoming atmosphere.

I have been eating here for years and tonight will be the last. The food is still good but the…read moreservice is terrible! Two weeks ago we came and ate and never got waited on the same thing tonight you get your food. You're never ask if you want to refill a box or even if you need your check, we stood up at the front several minutes before someone finally come to ask us what we needed. We then paid the bill after letting another couple go in front of us that have received their check the waitresses sit at a back table on the computer or on their phone.. I hope the manager will see this and the service will get better. I let the woman that checked us out know of our concerns.

No trip to Smith Mountain Lake is complete without a dinner at El Toreno Mexican restaurant. SO…read moreGOOD! The food was amazing as usual! And I think I had the best margarita of my life. Thank you staff at El Toreno! See you next year.

Delicious, authentic Mexican food at Cilantro last night. We're from Northern Virginia where there…read moreare tons of great restaurants, but limited options for Mexican food and really wish they had a location near us. I had the Birria tacos which can be hit or miss at restaurants, but these were so flavorful. My kids had carne asada tacos and taquitos - the carne asada tacos were tender and Smokey and delicious. The taquitos were pretty good, but nothing out of the ordinary. The service was fast and friendly and the prices were super reasonable. The decor was a little tired and there were several fruit flies buzzing around our table, but neither were enough to distract us from the food. Highly recommend this place!

This restaurant is located in a tiny strip mall that is very close to the Moneta library…read more The restaurant/bar is cute. The meals are reasonably priced (you can "build" your own meal starting at $10.99 for two items). My plate was barely warm but the manager reheated it. Temperature really improves flavor. The read sauce was delicious. I wouldn't order a quesadilla again but I will try other items on another visited. The burrito was yummy. One of my guests had the chicken fajita. There was only one tiny piece of broccoli in her veggies. She only orders this item and it was the first time it was just passable and not extraordinary. (Her four time winning streak ended) The place is comfy. If you get chilly, pick a table not directly beside the doors. The staff is nice. Even in chilly weather, the place was filling up during "rush hour." I can only imagine how crowded this place gets in the summer. I rate this place a B. There is something for everyone. You can order decent Mexican food that isn't as great as Cancun Restaurant. (But we don't have to travel as far)

What a neat little hole in the wall!…read more Texas native and Spanish speaker here.... The quesabirria tacos were great! The staff was super friendly and it was most definitely was very authentic food. I wasn't as big of a fan of the regular street tacos as I was the quesabirria tacos. The staff was so kind and loved that I spoke Spanish, we would definitely stop back by again!

Truly amazing as always. Lily and her staff are the best of the best. Want to savor authentic…read moreMexican ingedients on the east coast? Look no further than La Guadalupana. Anytime I am anywhere near here I have to stop. Today I'm picking up lunch for a customer and once again, the Birria tacos are the bomb!