Excellent Circuses, service was good, we had reservations so was seated promptly. Food was good but overpriced. Drinks were smaller than expected for that price. The decor was second to none Asians the Bar and restaurant area had nice wall decoration and ceilings had dahlias hanging - nice touch. First time visitor should say that so wait staff may recommend items. This menu, we were told was fairly new so if you been here before, the menus are also in this review. Cheers! read more

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I was in town from Jacksonville for the weekend and ended up at Lady Dahlia. The food was good. The margaritas were great. Abby may have been operating at an entirely different level. I ordered the flautas. They were exactly what you want flautas to be: present, edible, and not causing any problems. The vegetarian tacos with avocado, however, were the sleeper hit of the evening and probably deserved more attention than they got. But let's talk about Abby. Abby was funny, fast, attentive, and somehow managed to appear at our table exactly when we needed something. More importantly, she made margaritas that tasted like they had been blessed by a tequila wizard. I'm convinced she put extra love in mine. Either that or she saw I was from out of town and decided I needed professional assistance. At one point I started wondering whether Abby actually works for Lady Dahlia or if she just travels the country improving restaurant experiences one table at a time. The food was solid. The atmosphere was great. Abby was a five-star experience trapped inside a four-star review. If every restaurant had an Abby, Yelp would go out of business because nobody would have anything to complain about. read more

Came here on a random Friday night for the first time with a friend for dinner. Luckily we made reservations ahead of time just in case this place definitely got packed even though we came for a 5 PM dinner. luckily, we also were able to each find street parking which happens to be free. Service here was absolutely incredible and I forgot his name, but our server was super kind and friendly. The food came out very quickly and quite fresh. The tacos were good, but nothing out of this world frankly and quite overpriced. The mango ceviche that came out was good but again nothing that really stood out. My friend Said she absolutely loved her salmon but she didn't touch any of the vegetables because everything was smothered and butter. The biggest disappointment frankly was when we ordered dessert and had the churros. Whoever fry them up literally fried them up to a crisp. There was nothing chewy about them. They were absolutely rock solid hard and when I pointed it out to our waiter, he said that was not normal nor should it have been cooked or fried that much. So they were kind enough to remove that from the Bill because frankly, we didn't eat any of it. I think it's worth checking out. The place is really cute, but considering all of the choices for truly authentic tacos and Mexican inspired food this is not on the top of my list.. read more

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Who knew Dahlia was our plan D for the night? We weren't able to get a table without a solid 30+ min wait at restaurants A, B, and C, and upon Yelp searching it up, we stumbled upon Lady Dahlia, and they luckily had a table for 4 available. And it turned out to be one plan D alright, plan Delicious! Lively, fun atmosphere that's good for happy hour but also still appropriate for a family meal out. Appetizers we enjoyed were croquettes, coconut shrimp, and meat empanadas. All were crispy, flavorful, and appetizing. On another visit, the maple glazed pork belly was a favorite, with the fatty meat and bed of sweet potatoes and walnut. Flautas and chicken nachos were also crowd pleasers, but less unique. The taco salad is a good light option, and if you feel like something heavier and heartier, the burrito or enchiladas will hit the spot, though I thought my burrito could use more cheese or a little more texture. Tequila may not be the answer, but it's worth a shot. I recommend the classic margarita, which is $12 and a bit modest sized but very tasty. Can't wait to try some other cocktails on my next visit. Our server Gabby on our first visit and Filip on visit two were polite, attentive, and helpful. Kudos all around, and see you soon, Lady D! read more

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Went for brunch and was not disappointed. The brunch menu is limited but the options offered something for everyone. We started with mimosa and a mimosa flight. The flight included a grapefruit mimosa, a blood orange and jalepaño, they all were tasty but the blood orange was my favorite. We started with the street corn croquettes , breaded corn topped with chipotle aioli. They were excellent the inside was smoky corn, melted Cotija cheese, and a white sauce. The Churro French Toast was a standout. It was thick slices of bread with a cinnamon-sugar crust, topped with fruit and drizzled with a cream sauce. It was not to rich since the cream sauce was not on top. My husband and daughter had the breakfast steak tacos. The steak was marianted and smoky. Overall, brunch was excellent and service was top notch. read more

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Lady Dahlia was such a fun change of pace from our usual work spot. A colleague and I stopped in today around 11:15, shortly after they opened, looking for a place with a good atmosphere where we could get some work done, and it ended up being a great choice. They seated us in a booth next to an outlet, which was a huge plus since we needed to plug in. The service was excellent, and Abby especially was awesome, friendly, attentive, and made the whole experience even better. We ordered a couple of drinks, and both were delicious. For food, we shared the trio with salsa, queso, and guacamole, plus the corn croquettes and coconut shrimp. Everything was really good, and I especially loved the salsa, it had a unique peppery flavor that stood out in the best way. Not your typical cafe workspace, but definitely a fun spot to switch things up while still being productive. Great service, tasty drinks and apps, and a really enjoyable atmosphere. read more

Came here to celebrate my best friends birthday and this place did not disappoint. Drinks were SO tasty. Food was phenomenal, the homemade tortillas were so flavorful and always so much better than store bought #chefskiss. The service was good. The ambiance was absolutely beautiful. Loved all the accent walls and ceiling decorations. We will definitely be back. Dropped one star because one of our friends has a seafood allergy and was only suggested one item that he could eat from the menu, the chicken bowl. We were told their chips are fried in the same oil as their seafood and wasn't sure of the whole pan/cooking situation. read more

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Came here for the first time and had Jose for our waiter. He was amazing! The food was incredible too. Taco Tuesday did not disappoint! Tried the grilled shrimp taco with pineapple pico, short rib taco and the aguacate taco. The flavors were truly the best. Normally I don't like corn tortillas but these were next level! read more

Lady Dahlia Tequila Bar - Short rib taco, grilled shrimp taco and crispy aguacate taco. - Bars Near Me - Mount Prospect, Illinois

My first visit to Lady Dahlia left me with a mixed experience overall, but let's start with the positives: The environment of the restaurant was outstanding. It is clean, vibrant, spacious, and includes 4 seating options: Outdoor tables, "Mixed" indoor high tops near an open front where you get a great breeze, fully indoor tables, and individual bar seating. Beyond the environment, the staff were on point. The service was exceptional, with quick, warm-mannered, and detail oriented staff from start to finish. We were seated swiftly, our server recommended various dishes to us, and was always attentive to our needs throughout the meal. Of course, the first steps of any meal starts with the drinks. The traditional margarita was fantastic! Balanced well and very flavorful, albeit served in a smaller glass (cost of $11). Definitely a drink to experience at Lady Dahlia's if you're looking for a flavorful experience. Beyond drinks, the main focus of any establishment should always be the food. For an initial appetizer, since there are no free chips and salsa (they charge $4, which is wild to me), Nachos felt appropriate to start and to determine initial food quality of the restaurant. Thankfully, the nachos impressed (base cost of $13), with flavorful (and non-oily) chips, well seasoned chicken, and great guac on top (among other fixings). If you want an included protein, you can choose ground beef ($4), chicken ($5), or steak ($8) - all with an upcharge to the $13 base price. The portion size was sizable, with quality ingredients to match with the chips. While this appetizer was a bit forced as a choice because of the lack of free chips & salsa, overall, it was fantastic and gave hope for the rest of the meal. Unfortunately, that hope wasn't fully fulfilled upon delivery of the main dishes. For Entrees, it was decided to order Al Pastor tacos (3 tacos with a side of rice and beans for a cost of $17), Mahi Mahi tacos (3 tacos with a side of rice and beans for a cost of $21), and a Short Rib Bowl (cost of $19). The Al Pastor tacos were quite heavy on the cinnamon, and included a mix of habanero into their marinade, which was an unusual addition but it did provide great flavor. These tacos are not traditional Al Pastor by any means, but were enjoyable by my standards. Just be aware that these are different than the usual Al Pastor flavor that is expected and common across the Chicagoland area (from my experience). If you do not like cinnamon-forward marinades or the flavor of habanero, you will not enjoy these. The Mahi Mahi tacos were quite bland, and flavorless - nothing to write home about by any means. When we asked for some salsa or hot sauce to kick up the flavor, we were presented with two options: 1) A habanero hot sauce that melted your face off OR 2) A green (verde) salsa that was essentially water with a hint of flavor and no spice whatsoever - neither options were appealing to bring the tacos up to par. The fish needs more seasoning, and the restaurant needs to overhaul their salsa & hot sauce choices, especially to create a mid-level spicy yet flavorful option that most people would enjoy. The Short Rib bowl had pretty good flavor and was clean, but the short rib was a bit dry. Typically, short rib should melt in the mouth and ooze satisfaction with every bite. Perhaps it was cooked too long or needs some additional preparation before cooking, but with a delicate fix I'm sure this dish could go from "good" to "outstanding". In conclusion, Lady Dahlia is a visual spectacle after their remodel, one that will impress upon first glance, with service to match. The food, however, still needs improvement to match that visual quality that was so focused on with that remodel. When style and appearance overshadow food quality and refinement, customers are not likely to return. 3/5 stars from this initial visit. read more

Lady Dahlia is such a cute spot. I love their decor and it's definitely a fun spot for Margaritas and tacos with your friends. This was my first time there and it did not disappoint. FOOD: the chips and salsa was good. The salsa definitely has a kick to it. I ordered the steak taco dinner with rice and sub the black beans for elote. The steak tacos were good and had really good spices but I thought it was a little salty. However, the elotes were amazing! It was kind of Smokey which I really liked. For drinks, I order the clover cocktail which is a speciality drink for St. Patrick's. The cocktail was not overly sweet and it had a more floral scent-- may be hibiscus. I thought it was great! I wish it's on their main drink menu because I would get it every time. I definitely want to try other things there. I think it's a really fun Mexican spot in the suburbs. read more

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Nice place... nachos are fantastic and I love the coconut shrimp... friendly staff and good crowd

I have now been to Lady Dahlia's twice, and have been more than impressed both times. I ordered the veggie enchiladas with green sauce the first time (not a menu item, but they will gladly make it for you if you're looking for a vegetarian option). I ordered them with the red sauce the second time, and my friend had the steak tacos. The pineapple jalapeño margarita is probably one of the best margaritas I've had in a very long time. The tequila is fresh and clean, and cocktail itself is perfection. I am obsessed with the decor here! It's very trendy and modern and makes for a great girls' night out or a date spot. The staff is very friendly and attentive as well. I can't wait to visit again! read more

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I've been to this place three times, every time I've come the food has been GREAT! Service was great, staff were knowledgeable, and ambience was nice and inviting. The one thing that did happen was the appetizer trio we ordered our second visit, has guac, salsa, and queso. The queso tasted a bit old and weird. I sent it back and they actually agreed and took it off our bill and made a new batch because it must was old or something. I'm giving this place 5 stars just because they executed everything else so well! read more

I am very picky about Mexican food, but Lady Dahlia did not disappoint!!! Our service was a bit slow in terms of waiting awhile to order, but the food came out fast. The inside was very fun, I want to go back soon during the weekend to get margs. We went on Tuesday & they were having a $2 taco Tuesday deal. The tacos were pretty small, so I'm not sure if they would be worth the price on a regular day. All of our food was SO GOOD. Definitely some of the best shrimp tacos I've ever had. They didn't have much on them but the sauce on top of them was addicting. I started with 2 and had to order a 3rd because it was so good. We also got chicken taquitos that were super crunchy & came with another delicious sauce. Highly recommend checking this place out for taco tuesday!!! read more

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I've been wanting to try Lady Dahlia in Mt. Prospect for a while, and I finally made it! The food was delicious. I had the three cheese enchiladas and the three cheese bowl, and both were super flavorful. The portions are generous--you get rice, beans, salad, and guac with your meal, so it's very filling. We also tried the queso fundido, but it wasn't what I expected. I thought it would be more like a classic queso dip, but it didn't quite hit the mark. That said, the entrées definitely made up for it. For vegetarians, the main filling option is cheese, which is great if you're a cheese lover like me, but I'd love to see more variety with veggie-based fillings in the future. The decor is beautiful, with a cozy and charming atmosphere, and they even have a small party room for events. The service, though, was on the slower side, so I'd recommend going when you have time to relax. Overall, it was a great experience, and I'll definitely be back. A few more vegetarian options would make it even better! read more

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I recently took my friend to Lady Dahlia Tequila Bar to celebrate his birthday, and while the atmosphere was very cute and vibey with attentive service, the food didn't quite meet our expectations. We enjoyed the two items they offered during happy hour, sampling their classic margaritas as well as their guac & chips & salsa. We also ordered street corn croquettes, mango ceviche, braised short rib Oaxacan pizza, and steak manchego tacos. The margaritas and guac were delicious and of great value during happy hour, but the rest of the food felt overpriced for what it delivered. The corn croquettes missed that oomph. I was hoping for a crispy texture, but they were a lot mushy and lacked that flavor. The mango ceviche was similarly underwhelming, with an interesting flavor, and the chips served with it tasted too similar to the pizza crust and the tortilla chip. Everything just started to taste the same at one point. The tacos were salty, although the short ribs on the pizza were flavorful and well-prepared. I'd go back for the happy hour margaritas and guacamole, plus their $2 taco Tuesday special to try all the tacos they offer. read more

Lady Dahlia Tequila Bar - Happy Hour Chips + Salsa + Guacamole - Bars Near Me - Mount Prospect, Illinois

Came here for happy hour and was not happy at all. The HH menu I saw online changed drastically from what was offered. Their HH is daily 4-6 for only $8 classic margaritas and $5 chips salsa and guac. That's it. How is that happy?!? We paid $12 for three small short rib empanadas and they were incredibly greasy/ oily. After two bites it was a bit that was bland. You were tired of the taste and would crave something more. The sauce on top didn't help or elevate the flavor of the food either. My friend purchased a taco meal and was informed about other sides that could be substituted. Mind you, this information is not presented on the menu. He opt for plantains over the rice and was charged a $2 change fee. Like what?! Spent $60 minus the tip for the meal and left incredibly hungry. read more

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Such a cute find off the mount prospect metra train stop. The interior is beautiful, but we wanted to sit outside on this nice day. Our service was great, and we loved the happy hour chips/guac/salsa deal! I wish the other cool margaritas and cocktails were on the happy hour menu though. I got the pineapple jalapeño margarita and cucumber margarita off the regular menu, and both were refreshing and delicious. The spice definitely has a kick in both the pineapple habanero guac and pineapple jalapeño margarita! Chips were great too. We shared the corn and avocado ceasar salad and steak bowl. Both were delicious and big portions. The chicken was so flavorful and marinated. I didn't love the small cut up steak portions in the bowl, but all the other toppings were great! I would definitely recommend this spot - it's definitely a good find in the suburbs! read more

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I have been to this place twice now. When is journed the afternoon? After pickleball, and the other is at night with some girlfriends. The vibe of the place was totally different from both days. Our server was great both times and no complains about the service. I did order their shrimp tacos both times as well. Because that's what was memorable for me. The first time I went and I felt like it wasn't the same both times but it was still good. I also liked their mocktail but honestly forgot what i ordered. But ill probably remember it when i see it. Lol Happy eating! read more

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If you're looking for a good happy hour spot, Lady Dahlia provides a great atmosphere with excellent service. Came on a Wednesday with some friends and got the chips and guacamole HH special. The chips were pleasant - fried and salted just right. The guac was also seasoned perfectly and there's a generous amount. I had a couple margaritas since all the margs were part of the happy hour special - pineapple jalapeno and ginger peach. Delicious, light, and perfect on a summer day. They had the right amount of oomph to relax you. Can we talk about the service?? The staff here is incredible! The speed and attention to detail is better at Lady Dahlia compared to many high end restaurants. Whether it's filling your water, providing suggestions, taking away plates, and more, the staff here is well trained and made my table feel well taken care of. Our table also ordered chicken empanadas with a side of plantains and a nacho pizza without the meat, and these were all quickly devoured. The plantains were the right amount of sweet, not mushy, and paired well with the empanadas. What a nice experience at Lady Dahlias. They really take care of you and make you feel special. Definitely a place to visit over and over. read more

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Had a private party here to celebrate my 50th birthday All the guests loved the atmosphere. Everyone raved about the food and drinks Their attentive service was much appreciated. Fabulous experience!! read more

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Wow!!! What a great find. Lady Dahlia tequila bar was incredible. The decor was so gorgeous! The food was amazing! We loved everything we ordered. We aren't drinkers so sadly we couldn't try the tequila. I'm sure it rocks. Waitstaff was very attentive and helpful. Would go back a million times!! read more

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The tacos are very small. Overall, the portion sizes are very small compared to other restaurants. I ordered chicken Quesabirria and it was very greasy. I don't plan to return to this restaurant. read more

Came out to Lady Dahlia for Wednesday Specials and Happy Hour. It was a group of four of us to share small bites and try their large variety of margaritas. The inside was vibrant and coastal with a lot of plants throughout. For a smaller restaurant, they maximized seating without feeling cramped. The front windows opened for great indoor/outdoor vibes to the street. Wednesday was the perfect day to cone as all margaritas were $8! I tried the Prickly Pear & Cucumber Margarita; the Blood Orange Margarita gets an honorable mention. They weren't overly spirit forward and all the ingredients tasted fresh. For small bites, we shared the chips & guac, nacho oaxacan pizza, plantains, and queso fandito. All the food came out hot. Everything tasted house made which was a nice touch. The dishes had great presentation with the serving dishes they came out on. To finish, we split the tres leches and bread pudding desserts. Our server said these were the favorite options and I see why! The tres leches was hands down the best. The bread pudding was good but I wouldn't order again. read more

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When we walked in the place was super cute! Service was very good our waitress was very attentive. The only reason I give this place a 3 is because we have been to so many Mexican places and have had food that was cheaper and much better. I had the short rib tacos, and my husband had the shrimp fajitas. The drinks were good but they were over priced and not filled to the top. Our first margaritas were served to us 1/2 full and they were 13 dollars each. They tasted great and they make their own stuff, but for a margarita you expect something bigger. We ordered the chocolate flan for dessert. It wasn't smooth and kinda lumpy but tasted good. Was expecting something way different. All in all it's a cute place and has good service, but it's over priced for what you get. read more

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Really enjoyable late lunch on Wednesday afternoon. We were the only guests in the restaurant at 1:45 pm. Very pretty restaurant, nice Mexican food options, fair prices and generous portions. Our server was attentive, friendly and offered good suggestions. Looking forward to going back again! read more

First time here I had my stomach removed due to cancer I normally can't eat much I had enjoyed my food n ate decent shared amount Chips salsa guacamole was good The elote n plantain was good Also has the queso with meat to eat with chips N had 2 margarita, prickly pear n the house traditional Will definitely be back Ambience was fun Server was very attentive n sweet P/s I don't know too much about Mexican food but everything we had was good read more

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This is a good spot for the area! The indoor decorations and ambiance are really nice and they were accommodating of our baby. We went on Tuesday when they have the birrea taco special. They were really good! Both the shrimp and steak. The guacamole trio was also really good. I wouldn't order the beef empanadas again because they had red hot chitos on the outside which I thought was nasty and wasn't explained on the menu. I know it's a trend but I definitely didn't expect that. I just wanted traditional beef empanadas. They have a booze happy hour too but we missed it by a minute and they didn't make an exception. My mezcal cocktail was ok. They had a lot of other options I would have wanted to try as a tequila lover. read more

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Excellent! Made it back to the Lady and was eager to try food this time around - was not disappointed. Had the steak fajita which comes with 4 corn tortillas and steak is perfectly seasoned and tasty. My date had the prime rib bowl which was also very good. We complimented our meals with the classic margaritas which are always a must here. Food matches the vibe! I think it's one of the better Mexican places in the area and definitely better than the one down the street. Make the trip in for good food and drinks. read more

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Lady Dahlia is a very cute and dainty spot in the downtown Mount Prospect area. Lots of pink and mint green decor throughout. This is a very spot for a girls night out. I stopped here for drinks and an app with a friend and we sat at the bar area. Staff members are very nice and attentive, service was quick and we were in and out within an hour. My friend tried the ginger peach marg and that was light, easy to drink and tasty. I had the prickly pear marg and that was excellent as well - it had a bit of smokiness from the mezcal and was pretty well balanced. We ordered the ground beef empanadas to share and that was a miss for us, but that's okay! We wanted to try it and we're glad we did. It's unique in the sense that it is covered with flaming hot Cheeto crumbs and topped with queso and sour cream. A very different take on an empanada that I can appreciate! read more

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Lady Dahlia is a great addition to Mount Prospect! From the nice ambiance to the friendly -- and super fast -- service, my friends and I had a really enjoyable evening catching up and eating great food. We'll be back! read more

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Went here yesterday w/ family after swimming nearby. Ordered the chips & salsa and also got steak chimichurri tacos w/ a side of plantains. Service was great, place is really nice & clean, and the food was all amazing! I will def come back here again in the future! They also have outdoor sidewalk seating too. read more

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We were a party of 9 who, of course, requested separate checks. Our server, Jose, was so accommodating, polite and attentive. It was a very enjoyable evening with excellent food and great service. read more

Short rib tacos and tilapia tacos were excellent. Service was great ambience was very comfortable! margaritas are good, although served in a very small class with ice up to the rim! read more

Excellent food with all sort of unique options on their menu. The trio dip with queso, salsa and guacamole is a great start. Shrimp tacos were delicious and blood orange margarita a perfect drink. Service was fantastic! We had a super friendly server who was quite funny actually. The entire staff was very attentive. Great local spot to support . read more

The service SUCKS! You have 4 people as hosts in the front to seat you. It was the summer time and it was packed. We didn't get a waiter/waitress for 15 minutes. Once we got one, The waitress burdened us with ohh sorry we are really busy so it's going to take a lot time. I took a glance at the bar and there was 1 bartender I was stunned by what she said. I seriously told her ok, should we leave? She said HONESTLY, Umm you can come back later when it's not busy. I was Stunned. Me and the other couples wanted to leave but my wife did not. We waited 25 minutes for water and drinks. Then 35 minutes for some TACOS, REALLY? None of the hosts stepped up to help the struggling bartender. I'll will however, tell you the food was AMAZING, from flavor to presentation. I've been in the food industry and have cleaned up a lot of restaurants in Chicago where they're ALL thriving. My advice to you is to Get better staff and another bartender especially with those speciality drinks where it takes 3-4 minutes to make one. read more

Great food, great service, lovely ambiance. The main room is so pretty, would be great for bridal/baby shower.

The enchiladas were good. The chips n salsa are not free. The people are nice. The food was delivered quickly.

Food was great - nice flavors, came out quickly, decent prices. Staff was friendly and attentive. Cute decor and clean. Great spot for lunch or dinner! read more

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The service was wonderful! Our waitress was attentive and friendly. The food was so flavorful! I ordered a steak bowl and my husband had a burrito... both were delicious! The ambience is so warm and inviting... cheerful mural and beautiful lighting! It was so clean and peaceful! I highly recommend eating here! read more