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    La Manganita

    4.5 (24 reviews)
    Closed 11:00 am - 9:00 pm

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    What's the vibe?
    Casual
    Moderate noise
    Good for groups
    Dogs allowed

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    Ricardo S.

    Everything was good and authentic just one request the steak was over cooked in maj other then that I'll be back again

    Chips and salsa
    Sheryl S.

    I mean everything was delicious and authentic. Our waitress was pleasant and helpful. The service was good and the potions are plentiful for the price. My whole Tilapia was deep fried and delicious moist and well seasoned with crispy skin. My husband had the chimichanga said it was the best he ever had. Beautifully painted walls of a village countryside in Mexico. The seating is quaint and comfortable. We will be back and bring friends.

    Al pastor tacos
    Kevin H.

    This place is easy to miss driving/walking by it. Kinda wish I had missed it. The inside is cramped, and when we we there was a table of about 10 people being incredibly loud and annoying. The menu is odd, mentioning vague things they offer but no specifics. Also it offers prices at all. The margaritas were pure margarita mix, and no tequila. Almost undrinkable. The Al pastor tacos were very lacking in flavor and dry, and the chorizo tacos just okay. The only good thing here was the queso.

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    Whitney S.

    BEST TACOS IN STL!! I'm from a border town in Texas and can say that these tacos are some of the best I've had in general but the best traditional tacos I've had in STL! This is one of the hardest places to find. It's in the middle of the block on Cherokee rights across from El Bronco, next to the Alley on the left. The first time I went and any time I meet anyone here, there's always confusion since there's no sign. Everything is awesome!! I am not a fan of sweet drinks, so I stick with their beer selection. We started with the Queso (cheese dip) and guacamole, both were great. My highlight is their tacos. I love everything that they have - chorizo, carnitas, fish, shrimp (Cameron's),.. but my favorite is their vegetarian that's cheese with poblano peppers! The tacos are large and more of a street taco style. Go ASAP!!

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    Evan T.

    We like to look for authentic cuisine when we travel to new cities and tried this place this past weekend. The waitress we had couldn't have been nicer to my friends and our daughters. Very helpful and welcoming to us. She made us feel at home right when we got there. When we walked in she pulled a couple tables together to make us comfortable. She suggested the pork soup to my friend. He said it was the best soup he has ever had. It was a slow cooked pork soup which had a little spice. The waitress was helpful in telling him that the tortilla, lettuce and veggies on the side were to be put in the soup. He said the soup was even better after he put those items in. They brought out chips and salsa as soon as we got there, but we also ordered the queso. Both were very good. I ordered the burrito and it was served with fries. The burrito was the size of a Chipotle burrito, but their ingredients were all fresh. I got the steak burrito. The waitress brought out a couple bowls of hot sauce to use with our meal. A green and a red sauce. I tried the red and it added a nice flavor to the burrito. If you are looking for a real Mexican meal, i would recommend trying this place out. The place is small and the sign is not very big so it can be hard to find.

    Taco salad w mixed meat
    Katherine B.

    Giant taco salad was absolutely delicious. I got the mixed meats - chicken, beef and shrimp and all cooked to perfection.

    Al pastor taco & chicharron con chili taco - yum!!
    Christina C.

    Wow, I really love this place! First, I had NO idea that this area on Cherokee Street existed and I'm really looking forward to not only coming back here, but also to exploring more of the businesses and restaurants. A friend of mine organized a taco crawl for Halloween lunch and we started at this authentic Mexican restaurant. Our table of 10 filled half of this small space, other tables were full, the music was loud and the smells coming from the kitchen were amazing! I did not feel like we were in St. Louis anymore. LOL! We were the only gringos there, and I take that as a great sign that the food is a) authentic and b) seriously good! The chips were thick and the salsas were above average. In addition to the chunky, smokey red salsa, they also offered a green salsa that was super spicy and an orange salsa that was a slow burn. We all ordered street tacos and I had one al pastor taco and one Chicharrón con chili taco. I was expecting the chicharrones on the taco to be crunchy, but it was more soft and gelatinous and a texture I'm still a little weirded out by, but the flavor was great and it was very spicy. The Al Pastor taco was exceptional. So yummy. Everyone else really loved their food and I will definitely come back. A gentleman at the table next to us ordered the Molcajete and it looked absolutely fantastic so I know I will be ordering that next time! His had shrimp, chicken, chorizo and an entire steak! Wow. He let me know they have a good seafood one too. I also ordered a Paloma cocktail and it was really delicious. The ambience was very festive, the wait staff was dressed for Halloween and service was outstanding. Our server was a gem!

    Complimentary Chips and Salsa
    Brianna L.

    Went here for a celebration and even though the place is small they accommodated our party of 7 which was nice. A more authentic feel for a Mexican restaurant tacos, salsa verde and drinks were great! Cheese dip and salsa just alright I've had better. Service was also great, I don't have to run back but worth the stop in!

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    Food was great. Service was good. We loved the outdoor seating. We will be going again

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    Authentic. Super nice staff. The food hits the spot. Small space - but perfect. Love it.

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    Great food, great cerveza selection, and authentic freshly made tortillas, will be coming back

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    Awesome food and great service high quality food and amazing people .small but very friendly

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    Best Mexican I have ever ate (tortas al pastor special on Tuesdays). A must eat if looking for authentic Mexican in STL.

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    Arzola’s Fajitas & Margaritas

    Arzola’s Fajitas & Margaritas

    4.6
    (350 reviews)
    0.8 mi
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    Came here on a winter Monday and it wasn't too busy and we got a table for two without a…read morereservation. I wasn't super hungry so we got chips and salsa and guacamole to share and my friend got the chicken fajita. The salsa comes with two different salsa options, both were a bit spicy. The guacamole was classic and came out with a cute serving spoon. They had lots of food options but it's a bit more expensive than most Mexican spots in the city. I think my friend was a little disappointed that there was an up charge to add vegetables to her fajita and the portion wasn't as big as she thought it might for a $20 plate, but it tasted good. Super nice service and cute on the inside. They have a back patio that's very big and heated. Street parking.

    What a fun place! Looked for a Mexican spot nearby and this popped up so off we went…read more Greeted outside by the hostess, we didn't have a reservation, but they seated us right away after asking inside or out. We chose inside and although they have a couple tables out front, I realized they have a super cute patio out back. Our server, Obed, was friendly and explained everything we needed to know as well as answering all the questions! He was great! I had eaten a big lunch, so I ordered a couple of sides, Poblano Rajas and Half-Smashed Black Beans no cotija. For the table, my daughter's ordered the Classic Queso, and Chips & Salsa Two-Ways. The Queso was good but those salsas? They were really great. The red was smokey, which I love and not a lot of places do, and the green was a spicy pineapple, I think, it was so good! There was a Handmade Limeade ordered and it was so refreshing! I enjoyed the sides I ordered; I tasted the Al Pastor Empanadas, delicious and more so with that green salsa - sweet and spicy! Great spot I am glad we tried. Would love to return for a pitcher of margaritas when I am not driving!

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    4.6
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    As a Texas transplant, I am a huge fan of taco Buddha! It reminds me of Torchy's Tacos and makes me…read morefeel a little more at home. We stuck to fish tacos since it was a Friday during lent, but they did not disappoint. The margaritas & mad dog were very good as well and I would highly recommend! I like the idea of the QR codes to order at the tables. It felt like it made the process a bit faster, but it was still a hospitable environment. Everyone was very friendly and we felt taken care of. There was a short wait on a Friday at 6pm, but it was well worth it.

    One of the best casual eateries in St. Louis…read more Food: always fantastic here. They have a monthly flavor that I almost always enjoy. Their permanent flavors are also excellent. I prefer the quesadillas with some of the more unique flavors, especially since the price point is very reasonable and you get a fair portion of food. Service: very good. They have QR codes at each table that you can order and pay straight from your phone, which is very convenient and the food always comes out pretty quickly. The staff here is always so nice. Ambience: the majority of the eating area is outdoors in a heated tent. It's a nice vibe and lets you feel like you're sitting outside without actually having to be outside. Parking isn't too bad here, there's a small parking lot right behind the restaurant and then there is typically ample street parking. It can get quite busy at peak times, but they have a great pick up option as well.

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    Chava's Mexican Restaurant

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    4.2
    (565 reviews)
    1.7 mi
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    Chava's is one of my favorite places to eat in Soulard, this is one of the best Mexican restaurants…read morearound. When you arrive, there is a lot of parking. I usually end up parking on the street right around the restaurant. The restaurant is casual, yet nicely decorated. The wood accents bring a homey feel to the space, while still emphasizing Mexican culture. After being seated with my friend, we were brought chips and salsa. The chips were warm and fresh, and the salsa was chunky and spicy. Our server was so friendly, and we had excellent service. I ordered the BBQ Chicken Quesadilla. It was delectable! The smoky flavor, tender and juicy chicken, and the nicely-sized portion made this an excellent meal. For dessert, we ordered the Churros. And wow! They were warm, sugary, and filled with gooey cream cheese! The Dutch chocolate on the side was such a complimentary touch. I am excited to come ba

    Very good visit that was highlighted by our server, Maricela. She was so friendly and knowledgeable…read moreof the menu. My vegetarian wife had the Bean Tostada and I had the Chicken Fajitas. My wife loved her tostada and my fajitas were good...not great. The chicken seemed to not have a lot of flavor. The Margarita's on the ricks were good...again, not great. What is odd it that I was charged for Vegetarian Fajitas as well. I did not look at my receipt until I was 2,000 miles away. The Manager of Chavas credited my Visa was he informed of the issue. Again, Maricela was key in rectifying the issue. Chavas was very good and we would return if in the area.

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    Amigo Sole

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    4.4
    (45 reviews)
    5.5 mi

    It's been a few weeks since I had any pocket cash to go out to eat... so I decided to pick a food…read moresource at random for a Saturday afternoon, and I'm SO GLAD I did... You know how they say one of the best things about Mexico is the food? I have to admit, I would honestly wouldn't know and just have to trust the stories I've heard, as I've never been lucky enough to go to Mexico.... But all my life I've heard stories about people who go and basically remind you.. NEVER hit a restaurant for _authentic_ Mexican food. You want to hit the street vendors. Well, St. Louis has a fantastic surprise.. Now you can do that right here in the city! Part of a three-restaurant set up, Amigo Sole is the "street vendor" restaurant that's not on the street. (And having met the owner of the full set-up, I'm REALLY hoping i get invited to the grand opening of Jekyll & Hyde) As it was middle of the day Saturday, I didn't ask for anything alcoholic (so i don't know if the reviewer that asked for alcoholic beverages and was told they didn't have any was just unlucky or if it was true.) But I'll take a Mexican Coke over American Coke any day of the week (NO, get your minds out of the gutter.. not that powdered one!). Anyway, I went simple for a quick stop, and went with the Chicken Bomb. at the recommendation of the cashier and he was quick to name this one off.. (and always remember cashiers, have a favorite READY, so thumbs up to the cashier on this one!) . And then to my amazement.. no more than 5 minutes later, HOT, tasty, cheesy, chicken quesadilla style BOMB-diggity! (Ironically this one is not listed on the website menu, only the instore menu? Come on Sole, online is everything today :) ) Absolutely delicious food.. and absolutely messy too, as it literally would fall apart in my hands.. (HEY, that's a good thing!) As for the decor.. 100% true, as Amigo Sole definitely has SOUL! (and lots of soles!). Again Amigo Sole isn't designed to be a 'great sit down' restaurant, it's designed to be street-vendor FUN!!!! and with what decoration they have, it pulls it off fantastically in my opinion. So just based on my meal, what the owner told me about the Amigo Sole, you're getting EXACTLY what you're promised a Mexican street vendor serving fantastic Mexican street vendor food, only with a roof over your head the entire time. During the meal, met again (Who i believe to be) the owner of the store and talked with him about Amigo Sole and how amazing it was to me... and he told me about the three-restaurant combination. (And I apologize sir, but I completely forgot your name when we talked!). even mentioning they share three kitchens when it gets busy (so I was kinda lucky as i think the rain scared everyone out for the day), but I'm still hoping for the Jeckyll & Hyde invitation! (I'll even pretend to find a date if I have to for the upscale part!)

    Wow! Definitely what we were looking for and hoping it would be! You know how you see a dish and…read morethen go try it out and it is nothing like what you thought it would be??? NOT HERE!! Everything was hot, fresh, cheesy, spicy! Not one disappointing experience. Service was quick. We dined in, its small but big enough and Soo cute with a fun laid back vibe. Can't wait til return!

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    El Burro Loco

    El Burro Loco

    3.7
    (655 reviews)
    3.9 mi
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    This was the most mid Mexican food I have ever had. The dining room didn't have air conditioning on…read morewhen we first came in on a Sunday afternoon, but I guess they decided to switch it on while there were people pulling out hand held fans and wiping their sweat off. I am assuming the heat inside was why there were grease/sweat patches on the edge of the table I was seated on. The birria tacos were very average, the rice that came with it was absolutely bland and the pastor enchiladas were alright but the meat was mostly charred. The horchata was so dilute, I couldn't taste anything. The only saving grace were the chips and salsa - especially the salsa. Overall, this is a pretty overpriced place for below average food.

    This is probably the best Mexican food I've ever had. The serving sizes were HUGE and the food was…read moreabsolutely delicious. Everything was cooked to perfection and seasoned perfectly. I wasn't a huge fan of the salsa but it filled me up and was tasty enough. The ambiance is absolutely beautiful! You can see there is so much culture in this place and the staff was super friendly. I saw some other people having issues with staff but that wasn't my experience. DOWNSIDE they don't currently have their liquor license . I don't know what the issue is and quite frankly it was a bummer. That's the only reason I gave them a 4 . The food was so good I honestly didn't mind too much though. Had an amazing time. 100% recommend.

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