A Stage Set for Fire and Flavor…read more La Casa de los Platos, a massive restaurant set along a boulevard of equally grand dining halls in Guadalajara's upscale district, thrives on spectacle. Its open-air courtyard, framed by stone and saturated with color, hums with loud music and theatrical flair. The guacamole, made by hand at the table, embodies that performance. Avocados are crushed in a stone molcajete, and the spread arrives bright and tangy. Yet, it's complicated by unnecessary additions--cheese chunks and chicharrón--that crowd out the fruit's natural elegance. A mere five totopos felt stingy, though a sack of piping hot corn tortillas--generous, soft, and fragrant--rescued the moment. At a requested "level 3 of 10," the spice soared higher than expected, a jolt that overwhelmed rather than accented. The rib eye tacos with shrimp and bone marrow extended the show, grilled before us over roaring flames. They were hearty, flavorful, and undeniably filling, but also excessively oily. The flavors--shrimp's brine, marrow's depth, beef's richness--blurred into a dish trying to impress on too many fronts. It was delicious, yes, but a reminder that tacos often shine brightest in their simplicity. Later, a live mariachi band replaced the nightclub thrum, a refreshing turn toward tradition and warmth. Service was fine but forgettable, efficient enough without leaving an impression. In the end, La Casa de los Platos is a spectacle tailored for a high-heeled crowd seeking grandeur. The flavors are bold, the showmanship bigger still--but subtlety rarely takes the stage. #GuadalajaraEats #FoodCritique #LaCasaDeLosPlatos Un Escenario de Fuego y Sabor La Casa de los Platos, un restaurante enorme sobre una avenida repleta de lugares igualmente majestuosos en un distrito exclusivo de Guadalajara, apuesta por el espectáculo. Su patio abierto, rodeado de piedra y lleno de colores, vibra con música alta y una puesta en escena constante. El guacamole, preparado al momento frente al comensal, sigue esa línea teatral. El aguacate, machacado en molcajete, llega brillante y ácido, pero cargado con queso y chicharrón que distraen de su pureza. Apenas cinco totopos lo acompañaron, aunque un costal de tortillas de maíz--calientes, suaves y generosas--rescató la experiencia. Al pedir un picor "nivel 3 de 10," resultó mucho más intenso de lo previsto, eclipsando en lugar de realzar. Los tacos de rib eye con camarón y tuétano llevaron el espectáculo a la parrilla móvil, con llamaradas que robaban miradas. Sabrosos, abundantes y sustanciosos, pero demasiado aceitosos. La mezcla de sabores--la salinidad del camarón, la profundidad del tuétano y la riqueza de la carne--terminó siendo excesiva, un plato que buscaba impresionar con demasiado. Al final, los tacos, por definición, suelen brillar en su sencillez. Más tarde, un mariachi en vivo reemplazó la música de antro, ofreciendo un respiro de autenticidad y calidez. El servicio fue correcto pero olvidable, cumplidor sin dejar huella. En suma, La Casa de los Platos es un escenario grandilocuente para un público de tacón alto: sabores potentes y espectáculo aún mayor, donde la sutileza rara vez aparece. #GuadalajaraEats #FoodCritique #LaCasaDeLosPlatos

Delicious food, helpful staff, and beautiful restaurant! Plenty of food to eat! Please try!read more

We went here for breakfast after dropping off laundry…read more Valet parking is way to go unless you are lucky and one of the 3 off street slots in front are open They have menus in English and Spanish and are very helpful plus patient The munu is very big so good options for everyone's taste buds Started out with Cafe de Olla & Water I had the Molletes de chilaquiles Handcrafted bread with the same golden beans, but now layered with your favorite chilaquiles. Yes, it's as good as it sounds. I left full but not stuffed or feeling bloated All around the perfect breakfast spot

Food Review: Los Chilaquiles - Guadalajara, Jalisco…read more On my recent visit to Los Chilaquiles, located right in the heart of Guadalajara, I arrived a bit past the traditional breakfast hour, but I was seriously craving some good huevos rancheros and a comforting café de olla. Thankfully, both absolutely hit the spot. Café de olla is a classic Mexican coffee traditionally brewed in a clay pot (olla), infused with cinnamon and sweetened with piloncillo--a deep, rich unrefined cane sugar. The result is a warm, aromatic, slightly spiced cup that feels like a hug from Mexico itself. Their version was delicious. To complement it, they offered me conchas con nata, which was such a treat. Conchas are iconic Mexican sweet breads known for their soft, airy interior and crunchy shell-like topping. Nata is the thick, silky cream that forms when fresh milk is gently simmered--rich, smooth, and perfect for spreading. Together, it's a simple but heavenly pairing. Right away, I noticed that the atmosphere of the place feels warm and inviting--relaxed, friendly, and full of that authentic Guadalajara charm that makes you want to stay a little longer. The service matched the atmosphere perfectly: attentive, kind, and genuinely welcoming. They started me off with a trio of homemade salsas, along with Mexican crema, queso cotija, and a crunchy homemade tostadita. Everything tasted fresh and thoughtful. As I looked around, I even noticed photos of well-known personalities who have visited, which makes sense--the food and experience truly stand out. Overall, Los Chilaquiles delivered amazing flavors, excellent service, a great atmosphere, and that authentic touch that makes breakfast in Guadalajara unforgettable. Highly recommend stopping by if you're in the area.

We had just arrived to Guadalajara and glad we found this restaurant open and close by our hotel…read more It is beautifully decorated, inviting, welcoming and upscale. Our server and staff were friendly, attentive, welcoming and happy to answer any questions. We stared with Jamaica margaritas and were greeted by salsas and tostadas. Salsas were tasty and go from mild to hot. We ordered the tuetanos de res a la parrilla con champiñones and added escamoles to try. The tuetano was delish and the escamoles and acquired taste, but we tried them! We wrapped up with fish tacos and an oblea with cajeta which was delish. Just what we needed to wrap up the meal.

Service was excellent. Food was ok. Aguachilles was ok. Other people at the table seemed to…read moreenjoy their food. I got the Costilla Horneada. Not at all what I expected, and very disappointed. The rib was basically stewed and shredded. Made tacos with it, but will never order that again. I don't recommend that dish.

Exceeded our expectations. We were seated near the water fountain on a sunny afternoon. For…read morestarters we ordered the guacamole with chicharron. It came with blue tortillas and let me just say it was amazing! From now on guacamole is not going to be the same without some chicharron. For our main course I had the peppered salmon and my sister had the lengua tacos. Both were delicious. I also ordered a virgin pineapple margarita which was refreshing. Last but not least our waiter Martin was awesome and very attentive. A definite must stop. It will not disappoint.

Walking around Tlaquepaque and stumbled by this cute restaurant! I went for around brunch time and…read morewe had around 7 people. I thought it would be like an hour wait but they got us in, in about 10 minutes which was awesome! The decor is cute and very open! They have a playground for the little ones in the back! I got the molcajete and they pour the sauce over it once they bring it to your table. It was delicious! The meat was so tender and tasty! It even comes with fresh hand made tortillas which you can see them making them from a window near the back! I had a great experience and definitely recommend. The server was very nice as well.

I love this restaurant so much! The food was amazing and reasonably priced, mariachi/live music was…read morewonderful, our server was accommodating as our group kept getting larger, and the view of Guadalajara Cathedral was the icing on the cake! We ordered mollete and chilaquiles among other dishes which I really liked! I like that the mollete comes with different toppings per slice of bread. I also love how close this restaurant is to Guadalajara Cathedral (2nd story, up the stairs on the building to the right of the cathedral). Such a great view and wonderful hidden gem!

*LOCATED UPSTAIRS IN THE CENTRO*…read more Very festive and super cute Have a drink or the torta ahogada Such a neat little place, don't let the outside fool you. Yes, the menu makes the food look unappealing but it's good!! Right in the middle of everything, Very chido, a MUST!

La Tequila was our most memorable experience during our time in Guadalajara! The ambiance, service,…read moremenu, and quality of food far exceeded our expectations! As a certified foody from LA I can whole heartedly say that this restaurant is one of my favorite I have ever been to. David Lopez was our server. He was incredible! The food was delicious and their drinks were amazing! I cannot say enough great things about our time here!

This is a top spot for me in Guadalajara. Food, ambiance, and service are all very good. I've been…read morehere twice on two different trips here. We usually start out with table-side made salsa and guacamole. Margaritas are a must here! Prices here are on the high end for Guadalajara, but still very reasonable compared to the US. I can't recommend this place enough. Give it a try when in Guadalajara.

If you are in GDL you have to stop by! Half pastor half…read moreasada plate is a must! Paired with their hand made tortillas, you won't find better tacos! Sauces are all great! Stop by!

Char taco goodness! This is the happening spot in the…read moreChapultepec area of Guadalajara to grab some tacos. There could be a line that wraps around the building but it is well worth the wait! Whether you want to order à la carte or their specials of plates full of made to order taco meats, you will not be disappointed. This is an upbeat and well decorated spot that is lively and has friendly staff. I had the tacos al pastor and some asada. Ordered some guac on the side and they give you all the salsas and condiments you need. Great taste and decent price!

My first review. I was recently on vacation and found this restaurant nearby. It was not what we…read moreexpected. The quality of the food was subpar & plates were overpriced. My sister ordered a sopa de fideo & it was very dry without broth "caldo". I ordered a chile en nogada. It was good, but not filling as I was still hungry afterwards and overpriced. The plates were small portions and taste was very basic. We ordered 3 drinks, 2 appetizers and 1 entree for almost $100 USD. I'm sure we could've been more satisfied at a taco stand. I would not come back. The servers were nice, but food wasn't great. Rating- 4/10

Used to be good. Management does not care anymore. Steady decline in quality and service. Just…read morelook at the menu tateres and torn like this place has become.