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La Banda Mexican Grille

4.0 (42 reviews)
Open 11:00 am - 10:30 pm

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Dogs allowed
Outdoor seating
Good for kids

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John B.

Sign on building stated kids eat free on Tuesday with adult meal purchase so we stopped in and got 3 adult meals a 2 kids meals upon receiving the check we noticed that we had been charged for both kids meals so when we pointed this out to the waitress she then states that the free kids meals are only during dinner hours so we said it doesn't state this on your Sign out front but she just said oh well they will have to fix that then I guess. Yea we won't be going there again.

Steak a la Mexicana entree including rice, refried beans and excellent guacamole.
Carolyn H.

Went for dinner yesterday with 8 friends. Each of us had something different and there were raves all around. I had the steak a la Mexicana. Steak was not huge, but I still took some home after. Guacamole salad was excellent, as were the rice and refried beans. We got there at 5 pm and it was nearly empty. By 6 it was packed with lots of happy people.

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Melissa S.

The fajita salad and taco salad was delicious we loved it. The street tacos we was not a fan of the tortillas was soggy.

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Brody R.

I accidentally found this restaurant one afternoon when I decided to make a random trip to Waterville. Nestled inside a plaza near Kroger this place is more of a hidden gem than its surroundings. For starters, this place was packed on a Saturday afternoon and I was surprised when I was seated quickly! The waitress was super nice and attentive during my visit. The food... AMAZING. It was fresh, made to order and was well prepared. The only thing I'd like for them to do is actually USE seasoning! The food was good but if thru used actually seasoning the food would be exceptional!

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Staff is very nice. Chips and salsa are just OK but the food is fresh and flavorful. I like the grass area next to the patio for the kids.

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5 months ago

The food is great, service is fast, priced well, and always feels welcoming anytime we are in there! One of our favorite local spots.

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9 months ago

Best Mexican food East of San Diego California you can't beat that. I usually get the bikini bowl.

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3 years ago

I love, love, love this place. Food is great and consistent. Awesome vibe. If you're looking for some good Mexican food, you've found it!

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3 years ago

the food here was so good! We wanted to try a new place and it was the best idea. Loved the service and the food!!

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The food, service, and ambiance is excellent! I highly recommend La Banda! You can normally get seated without a wait.

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4 years ago

Good fast food. Not spectacular but very respectable! Will go again. Great for large groups

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Good Food and excellent friendly service. Loved sitting on the patio - and margaritas were yummy too. We will become regulars for sure!

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Great margaritas! Delicious food! Friendly and attentive staff! What more could you ask for?

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The food is so great. Wonderful people. Do yourself a favor and enjoy the great food there.

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El Salto Authentic Mexican Restaurant

El Salto Authentic Mexican Restaurant

3.1
(61 reviews)
6.3 mi
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I can't say anything bad about the food or the restaurant itself. It definitely feels like a…read moreMexican restaurant. The food is very delicious, the restaurant itself is covered Mexican culture. The reason I give the place 4 stars is because if you're gonna go, you wanna go later in the day when there's more people in the restaurant. When you go for lunch between 11-2, the restaurant is pretty dead. Unfortunately, when the restaurant is dead, the servers are dead as well. They are pretty slow in the beginning of the day but when more people show up later, they liven up and service gets much improved

This restaurant is in a strip mall plaza off of the Anthony Wayne Trail. I was on my way downtown…read moreafter a meeting elsewhere and was looking for a place with parking to grab a quick solo lunch. At first glance, I wasn't sure if it was a takeout place or a restaurant, but I could see it was a dine-in restaurant upon entering. The ambiance is rather dark but with a pleasant atmosphere with colorful decor. I was surprised that there weren't more people there at prime lunch time. I was promptly seated and served with tortilla chips and salsa while I reviewed the menu. The chips were thicker than I prefer and the salsa was rather thin/watery for my taste. The flavor of the salsa, however, was good. I ordered the lunch "Special Burrito" with shredded chicken and guacamole salad. It was promptly served. I would have preferred an entree with beans and rice but my server informed me that the beans were fried in lard; I'm not a fan of lard and there were no other bean options. The chicken burrito was decent and the guacamole was fresh. The fresh guacamole was the best part. I added some of the watery salsa to give the dish more flavor, but it mixed with the watery bland creamy red sauce that was already part of the burrito. It wasn't bad aside from the watery texture but definitely nothing I would crave. It was a fairly quick lunch that cost approximately $7.50 (only water as a beverage) before tip. I might stop in again if in the area, but might also keep driving. I've posted a picture of my lunch below.

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The Whitehouse Inn

The Whitehouse Inn

3.3
(186 reviews)
2.8 mi
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First time was a charm! I was very pleased with the service and the inside atmosphere. Very kid…read morefriendly which is a huge plus. The bathrooms were really nicely done also. I loved being able to sit in the side with all of windows next to the patio. There were so many options on the menu for everyone in the family and everything turned out delicious! We came on a Sunday around 1pm. There was no wait for a table and little wait for the food itself as they were changing from brunch to lunch/dinner.

Just went back Saturday night. Things were off…read more.. I made a reservation and they sat us in front of the main entrance. Every time the door opened, we had a blast of freezing cold air. I kind of thought the nicer tables would have been saved for folks that made reservations. The waitress took forever to take our drink orders. It took forever to get the drinks. We ordered our meals when the drinks came so we could try to get ahead of the curve. The soup/salads came and before we could finish, the main courses started coming out. This really upsets me. Take forever to take our orders and then rush us out the door. Dinner rolls are available, but one has to ask for them. It's in very small print on the menu. Why the server can't ask if the diners would like bread is B.S. I know their method saves them money, but I think they could change their practice and still keep the lights on. The prime rib was tough and not very flavorful this time. The server didn't bus any of the salad or soup dishes, so the table was an overly crowded mess by the end. Seriously, to have to keep your side towards the middle of the table is just a P.I.T.A. Not sure how much potato fell off of my fork on its way to my face. The price for dinner this time was $107.00 for the same meal we had back in November. That does not include the tip. In the end, not worth it in any way.

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Sun room!
Sun room!
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Atomic Shrimp Appetizer $12
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Benchmark Restaurant

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4.3
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5.5 mi
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V and I were in the area for a family reunion, and tonight he wanted to take me out for a special…read moremeal. We arrived 45 minutes before closing, and the host asked if we'd like to sit in the bar where they offer the full menu. Saying yes was fine until the last 15 minutes. A better choice would have been to sit in the dining room. We started off with drinks, V ordered a Mai Tai, and I had a Tequila something or other. The drinks tasted good, if I were a betting person, I'd say that they touched the ice with alcohol, and that's about it. I don't drink very often, so I always know if a drink contains a meaningful amount of alcohol. They brought out a warmed puff bread. It was unique for sure, and tasted good too. Our appatiser was Lobster Tail served on a bed of vinegar-based coleslaw with miso or something similar. The flavors worked together fabulously. V's entree was a beef stir fry. He said it was ok, but nothing special. He also ordered the Smoked Gouda & Rosemary Mac & Cheese with bacon. That side dish was very tasty, but overpowered my entree, though it paired well with his beef. I had the Miso Halibut, which came over with Sweet Chili Bok Choy and Jasmine Rice. This entree had perfectly paired flavors; I'd certainly like to have it again. Our waitress was friendly and attentive; we couldn't ask for better service. Sitting in the bar wasn't a good idea as in the last 15 minutes a loud-mouthed womanizing man started sharing his conquests with six other people.

The restaurant itself is just beautiful, and everyone was so friendly. It was a lovely place to…read morehave a dinner with our boss when traveling to visit clients. All of the food was amazing, but hands down the table favorite was honestly the whipped feta. It's what dreams are made of! It had a slightly spicy oil topper, and delicious crostini! The only note I would give, is that the bacon appetizer really needs to come with a steak knife for sharing. It was a little too hard to cut with just the butter knife. Steaks and sides are all prepared perfectly, the button mushrooms were a hit as well. I would completely recommend this restaurant to anyone, and will return again if I'm back in the area.

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Knife pretty
Blackened salmon with Calabrian chile and crab spaghetti
Blackened salmon with Calabrian chile and crab spaghetti
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La Banda Mexican Grille - mexican - Updated July 2026

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