Guadalupe serving experience was amazing she was very attentive. The food was great every dish was amazing

Gorgeous and inviting ambiance! So much to take in. I love that they make their tortillas in-house, which made the queso fundido with spicy chorizo even better. The melted cheese paired with those fresh, warm tortillas was definitely a table favorite. We also enjoyed the different salsas with the chips. I ordered the watermelon margarita and the carne asada fries. Both items were tasty. FYI there is a kids menu. Next time, I definitely want to visit when the mariachi is playing. Good food, beautiful atmosphere, and a spot I'd happily return to! read more

Visited on a Sunday around 2:30 p.m. and the wait wasn't bad. We were seated near the live mariachi, which was fun, but it was so loud we had to practically yell to hear each other. The food had great flavor. The mole poblano on the Enchiladas Las Veganas was delicious, and the calabacitas were cooked perfectly. We also tried the Tres Santos sopes (pollo, asada, and carnitas) and the quesabirrias. Everything tasted good, but the portions were surprisingly small. They felt more like appetizers than entrées. The chicken sope was also much spicier than expected. The only issue with service was our Mar y Tierra. It came out long after everyone else had finished eating. My agua de pepino was a little too sweet, but adding some water fixed it. One suggestion: PLEASE turn on the A/C during these hot summer days, especially with live mariachi and large parties. Even our server was fanning herself with a drink tray. Overall, we enjoyed the food and would come back. A few small improvements with portion sizes, kitchen timing, and the temperature inside would make the experience even better. read more

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I totally understand the extremely average review for such a Nice looking restaurant with such modern appointments. Service was mediocre at best. Food was good but it was not outstanding. The neighborhood is shady to say the least. read more

Excellent location for birthday celebrations!! they go all out!! complimentary birthday shot and ofc some singing and dancing. such a lively restaurant. very loud energy making it lots of fun. they make a great michilada. i had the fish tocos and they were so crispy and yummy. salsa was spicy and tasty. i'd come back forsure. located near arden mall. read more

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We would definitely come again, just not on mariachi night! We were seated right in front and were half deaf by the time we left very tasty food and drink though. The fresh tortillas were delicious and the decor is the restaurant is so fun! read more

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We had brunch on a Saturday and were amazed by the decor. Definitely felt like we were dinning somewhere in Mexico. It wasn't too busy for a weekend brunch and servers were very attentive. We started off with the queso fundido with chorizo and aguas de pepino. The queso fundido was cheesy and the tortillas were soft. The cucumber water was perfect. Not too sweet and it was pulpy so we knew it was made in house. Strong start. The food took awhile to come out and when it arrived the presentation was lacking in everything except for the nuggets and fries from the kid's menu that was probably the best dish. For the adults we ordered: Caldo de lengua: Received just the tongue in a bland soup. My friend had to waive down the server and ask for onion, cilantro, and salsas to add more flavor to it. Guamachil - the green chilaquiles were good but the machaca was underwhelming. It lacked flavor and was mushy. Sinaloense - this was one of the better dishes with the sope of asientos and carne asada but the sope itself was over fried so it was hard which ruined it all. The beans were also very bland and needed salt. Left most of them. Brunch prices are reasonable, but not enough to come back. The place is definitely more for an aesthetic vibe. There was also a photographer going around taking pictures and we thought it was for their social media advertising but she later returned with printed and framed photos to sell to us. I felt bad so bought one but it was super misleading and ruined the dining experience. read more

Los Amores de Julia - Sinaloense - Mexican Near Me - Sacramento, California

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I knew I would be here again soon! This time came for dinner with some girlfriends and had their shrimp tacos. They were delicious but feel they would be even better if they were made with their freshly made tortillas. Feel I'll ask if they can do that next time I go. My friends and I enjoyed our time and chatted over a margarita flight (gone before I could save a photo). read more

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Oooooh yassssss!!!! The aesthetics of this place is the vibe!!! From entering to seating we were warmly welcomed. Came during lunch. Ample seating for small or larger groups. Menu has a great variety of foods that are great for light snacking or indulgence! You won't be disappointed with the guacamole and queso bites... and with chicharrones!!!! I'm literally screaming it was so good! My cholesterol went overboard!!! I'm not a big fan of beans and rice but this place made me a believer !!! I dam near cleaned my plate!!! Gotta get the Fresca drinks... so good when you have a spicey bite that needs to be cooled. Shout out to Sebastian!!!! He attended our table and was the host with the most!!! Lovely place !!! Not only is their food delicious.....They really put thought into the details from the comfy chairs, purse stands and mouthwash in the bathroom!!! Can't wait to come back! read more

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Very festive place. Visited around 830pm on a Friday night. There were lots of customers celebrating birthdays, and staff come out with a fun birthday sign, large sparklers, and they sing to each person. There was a mariachi band there, which a lot of customers seemed to enjoy. I didn't mind it, but some of it was a tad too loud and we couldn't hear ourselves talk, and one of our guests did end up with a slight headache bc it was so loud (louder than any other mariachi band/performance in a restaurant that I've experienced). Service was just okay, they are on the slow side. Food, beverages, chips, refills, tortillas - everything took a while. We had to ask for things more than once before we got them, and I nearly had cold food waiting on the tortillas that came with it. I had to ask for them 3x. Food was just okay as well. The guacamole was bland and the other entrees were over salty. Would be open to try again - it could be just the entrees we chose. read more

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I do not care for most bad reviews. But this was the worst meal at a restaurant I have ever had. Start with the tables - the chairs are way too low. If you are over 5'9, the tables and chairs are a problem. Ordered Carnitas - minutes later a pile of warm bones arrived. No tortillas. Clearly recently warmed and cooked some days ago. Drinks? Expensive and watery. A Mexican restaurant that cannot make a margarita- even at $40.00 each - is the final nail in the coffin. Sadly I suspect this place will close soon. read more

I literally drive past this restaurant every day after work, so it was finally time I come check it out. I went to dinner with one of my girlfriends on a Friday night. We were seated right away with a reservation. The interior was Tulum inspired, which definitely made it a vibe! There was even a station where someone was making fresh tortillas. We were right in time for the Mariachi Band, which usually plays every Friday from 8-10 PM. We started with the Margarita Flight, which included 4 flavors - Watermelon, Cucumber, Pineapple, Jamaica and the Queso Fundido with Chorizo served with fresh tortillas. I was in the mood for something light, so I ordered the Aguachile Don Lupe Mixto and my friend order the A Lo Mexican Style. Everything tasted fresh and flavorful! We were having such a good time that we ordered another round of drinks - El Flaco and Tamarindo Margarita. We ended the night with a Digestivo - Horchata Carajillo. Shout out to our server! She gave us great recommendations and was very personable and attentive. I definitely will be coming back for Taco Tuesday or Margarita Wednesday! read more

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The chicken mole was probably the best I've had in a long time. The service was amazing and so were the drinks. We look forward to coming again. read more

Los Amores de Julia - Mole - Mexican Near Me - Sacramento, California

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The instant we stepped inside the front door, I felt as if I were in a classy Mexican resort. The decor and vibe were the warmup for top-tier service and exquisite food. Hubs and I enjoyed every moment and every bite. A Mariachi band arrived a few minutes before we were finished eating. We were treated to a few of their songs, and made a mental note to return with a reservation on another weekend evening. Key word to note about the food: authentic. From ingredients to prep to garnishments to presentation, it's classic elegant Mexican. Of note: homemade tortillas being made in front of guests. Aroma wafting among the close tables. As an aside, one MUST visit the restrooms! So much care in every public facing aspect of this jewel. read more

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We made reservations ahead of time and were sat within 5 minutes. They have their own parking lot and are located a little past the mall. It's nicely decorated with a Bohemian updated look. It's bigger than it looks as there is a second section towards the back. We walked by a homemade tortilla station where she was making tortillas by hand, which was cool. They have music playing in the background and every so often you hear Las mañanitas playing for someone's birthday. There was one table where they're already grabbing their stuff to leave and they went to their table with lights. I think staff forgot. It started off well with impressions but fell with the service. We ordered drinks first and appetizers. For my drink, I ordered the Dona Lencha. It was a Pretty presentation however, I think they forgot to add the alcohol. My husband said it taste like an agua fresca... Another person who ordered a cocktail said his didn't have any as well. We didn't order another.... We had the queso fundido with chorizo and it was good. We also had the guac with chicharrones and those were good. They brought us chips with 3 salsas. The red had a weird taste to it, and the green one had a good kick to it. Once our food came out, I asked for more salsa for my carnitas. They forgot. I asked again for salsa and tortillas for the carnitas and that took a long time. I was already done with half my meal by the time she came. I then asked her about the rice and beans that came with my meal because it was never brought out and she was going to check on that. That was another mission. I feel like it's common server etiquette to ask if there's anything else needed when you drop off the food. They cleared our plates off and we sat there for a long time without being checked on. We didn't get to order desert. We decided to ask for a check, but there was no one to ask so we went to go ask to pay. Needless to say, the service was not good. read more

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We made reservations to eat here on Valentine's Day and hadn't really looked at any of the reviews before making such decision. When we started to read them, we saw a lot of constant issues being brought up by multiple people. Trying not be discouraged by everyone else, we decided to still give Los Amores de Julia a shot. We arrived a couple minutes before our reservation and were seated quickly after checking in. Our waiter didn't take long to come by and was honestly pretty attentive all throughout the night. At one point during our meal, the manager also came by to check on our table and honestly all the staff was great. They also have mariachi on Saturday nights and luckily we got to experience them on our visit. It's a pretty well decorated restaurant with plenty of seating available throughout the restaurant. Lots of really cool decor everywhere you look. The food is what we were mostly excited about and if I'm going to be real, it's nothing crazy. I tried ordering the enchiladas marinas but they were out of them (you would think they're ready for one of the busiest nights of the year) The queso fundido was just alright and the enchiladas were pretty average. On the bright side, there is a lady making fresh tortillas and you are served fresh ones with the queso. The only thing that actually wowed us was the watermelon margarita which was very delicious. Overall price and quality wise you can get something better elsewhere but it's still a nice spot to go check out. read more

Los Amores de Julia - Queso Fundido - Mexican Near Me - Sacramento, California

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My best friend and I decided to go on a girls date night and picked Los Amores de Julia after seeing a few videos on social media. The fancy drinks caught our eye, but unfortunately, that won't be enough to bring us back. Location & Parking: The restaurant is off Arden in a busy area. The lot is cramped and chaotic, people were practically fighting over spots when we left. Thankfully, we arrived early and snagged a space without too much trouble. Ambiance: 10/10 This place is stunning. Beautiful decor, tons of seating, cozy booths, greenery and lanterns hanging from the ceiling... it's a whole vibe. Bonus points for purse racks at the table. We had high hopes based on looks alone. Service: 5/10 It started off great... friendly, helpful, prompt. But then it got excessive. Within 10 minutes, we were interrupted four times by different staff members while trying to talk. I appreciate good service, but there's a point where it goes from attentive to disruptive. That, plus the food situation, killed the vibe. Food: 3/10 We started with drinks and the queso fresco, both delicious. The chips were meh, and the green salsa was a hard pass. The red salsa was fine. We shared the refried beans, which were watery and bland. I ordered the Verdosas enchiladas with chicken, and she got the quesabirrias. Neither of us liked our meals. The tortillas were dry, the meat was flavorless, and the whole thing was just a letdown. Honestly, we should've sent it all back. The bill came in a cute little treasure chest, which was a nice touch. But no amount of aesthetic can make up for the food being that bad. We spent way too much money to have left hungry like we did. Bottom line: Gorgeous restaurant, great drinks, but the food and pacing absolutely missed the mark. We won't be back. read more

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First time going to this place today. I was in the area and decided to stop by luckily it was not full I've seen the ads on instagram and the vibes def look great. Atmosphere id have to give it a 10/10. The decor, the vibes, very clean and spacious for many people. The waiters their style of dress was also very nice. I love how they have a lady making house tortillas on the spot very Mexican authentic and let's not forget the music very good vibes. The girl in the front was very polite and the manager who are walking around and asking if everything is good or if we need anything, I love it also very attentive. There is a girl who goes around and takes your picture they do sell those photos in which I purchased one. I loved it, thought it's good idea to bring more revenue to the place. 10/10 on this. Now my waiter was a little slow and didn't come in and check how we were doing after the food came in. I'd have to say 6/10 on this part. The food part I was a little bit disappointed why, because I was expecting more glamour on the dishes very basic I order the steak. The portion on the steak was great, but I was really surprised they only slapped on a quesadillas which was warm and a tiny bit of guacamole like a table spoon, rice and beans which where also warm. I was excepting a little more wow on the dishes but were very basic/bare minimum when it came to presentation. The presentation was not the greatest. My mom order the 4 street tacos and they had meat but a pinch of cilantro and a pinch of onion, the lime was dry as well and a small amount of salsa 5/10 for food. I really hope they improve this bc the amount of time and money this place presents visually doesn't compare to food presentation. Agua fresca felt a bit over sugary. Id expected a little more for a popular place but over all this place 5/10. Also I was surprise they didn't offer chips and salsa, even high end restaurants offer some kind of appetizers. Would I come here again? No, I think the atmosphere is what people get the hype about. read more

Los Amores de Julia - Mexican Near Me - Sacramento, California

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If you're looking for amazing Mexican food and a great atmosphere, look no further! Highlights of our visit: The Drinks: Definitely come on a Thursday for the discounted marg flight. All the flavors were amazing and hit that perfect balance of being strong without being overly sweet. The Food: The queso fundido was the perfect starter. We also loved the carnitas and enchiladas. The highlight has to be the homemade tortillas, you can taste the freshness in every bite! The Service: Huge shoutout to Marly! She was so sweet, friendly, and made our night even better. Pro Tip: There is plenty of parking, so no stress getting here! Such a gem. We will definitely be back! read more

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I was sooooo excited to try this place! The pros: It is decorated to perfection and I adore the lady making fresh tortillas in the front! We had a reservation and they quickly took us back when we arrived. We also had some great drinks including one served in a pig cup... very cute. The CAMARONES DON LUPE (Shrimp seasoned with garlic, butter and diabla sauce, accompanied with rice | $32) VERY spicy and very flavorful... (not worth $32 though) but probably the most flavorful thing we ate. The Cons: the salsa that comes to the table.... It was like a watered down spaghetti sauce.... Weird!!! But hey at least that was free (the chips are good though). BUT whatever you do, DO NOT order the QUESABIRRIAS taco! You get 4 tiny soggy "tacos with a little meat and cheese. It was the saddest quesabirras I've ever seen. No crunch, no onions, no cilantro and NO flavor. Cons continued: We also got the appetizer of LOS ESQUITES. We seen a video on their Instagram where they bring a cart out and make this in front you..... NOPE doesn't happen in real life... you get a barely warm bowl of corn and mayo for $12. The margarita flight .... Wayyyyyyyyyyyyyy too sweet! We also got some langua enchiladas ($28) ... blah... chewy langua and maybe 3-4 bites per enchilada for wayyyy too expensive. We also told them it was a special event that night and they said they would celebrate for us.... They didn't. I really hope they work on the menu as it really is sooo very cute. read more

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When you first walk in you are transported to a lush , beautifully decorated restaurant that reminds me of puerto Vallarta. The staff was incredibly kind. It's Sunday 7:45 and it's packed with a 45 min wait. We sit at the bar and have full service. They bartenders are making glorious cocktails with tahini rims. I wasn't drinking but everything they were making looked delicious. The food was really flavorful. I had carne en su Hugo. This is prime beef cooked in its own sauce. Mexican beans cooked in a clay pot, bacon, coma, banana, peppers, cilantro, and onions. It was phenomenal. My husband had the crujientes De papa. This is fried taco stuffed with potatoes and chicken on a bed of cabbage and covered with cream, queso, avocado , pico de gallo, ribeye sauce, and aïoli. we finished with the flan and that was lovely. read more

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Went to Los Amores de Julia on a Wednesday night. There was a good amount of people, but it wasn't packed, which made for a really enjoyable and relaxed dinner. As soon as you walk in, there's a woman making handmade tortillas, which immediately sets the tone. The decor is absolutely stunning. Honestly, it might be the most beautiful restaurant in Sacramento in my opinion. I actually loved going during the week since it was quieter. I know they have live music on other nights, but this was perfect for a calm dinner where you can really take in the space. We ordered a few different ceviches, and the standout by far was the Ceviche Doña Julia. It's a shrimp and watermelon ceviche and wow... that was my favorite thing of the night. So fresh, so flavorful. I would come back just for that alone. I also ordered the green enchiladas de lengua. Everything was good and the green sauce was great. The lengua itself could have been a bit more tender, but overall still enjoyable. Our server was fine, though he never introduced himself or gave his name. What really stood out was the manager, who checked in on us multiple times and genuinely made us feel welcome. That definitely made up for the service and elevated the experience. We finished with the mazapán flan for dessert, and it was good as well. Overall, a great experience. Beautiful space, memorable food, and a place I'll definitely keep coming back to read more

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A bit pricey, but honestly can be worth it for the experience. The whole vibe is really fun! They have live music, fresh handmade tortillas, amazing food and drinks, and solid service. You have to order the margaritas too, they're so good. They even have photographers walking around taking pics of you, which makes it feel like an experience more than just dinner. Definitely a lively spot if you're going for the atmosphere too. read more

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Easter Sunday dinner with a table of 6, and the waitresses were kind and answered all our questions (my mother in law has a gluten allergy). We ordered the guacamole with chicharrones, and fresh house made cheese to start, it was absolutely fantastic- don't pass that up. I got a drink with Tamarindo tequila in it that was also a nice refreshing take on a classic Paloma. Really well decorated, great ambiance. read more

Los Amores de Julia - Horchata Carajillo - Mexican Near Me - Sacramento, California

Beautiful restaurant. Tried coming one Fri night and it was packed. There was no parking at all so i stopped in for lunch instead a few weeks later. Definitely not as busy. In fact not busy at all. Love the decor. Ordered the ceviche Dona Julia. Loved the watermelon within the ceviche. The ceviche was a little spicy but it was so good. I added some of the comp fruit within my ceviche and it was perfect. Staff were friendly. They have mariachi some evenings. read more

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We stopped in for a bite to eat on our way home. From the moment we walked in we were impressed. The host was super friendly and seated us right away. Our server Carlos, was amazing and very attentive!!!!! Super friendly and made sure we lacked for nothing. The food was fantastic and out of this world!!!!! Carlos made some amazing margaritas!!!!! We both needed to use the restroom and they were immaculate!!!!!! The music, the menu, the decor and the service top notch!!!!!! read more

The ambiance, decor, and music were amazing! The service is impeccable and fast! The chips and salsa were great! The drinks, margarita flight and drink served in a ceramic pig were just ok. The steak and the steak tacos were solid but not amazing as expected! With the fantastic ambiance I expected knock your socks off drinks and food. read more

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This restaurant is new to me and I was grateful to have visited here recently. I don't have enough pictures of the aesthetics, however this place is exactly which you would hope a Mexican restaurant would look like. Great decorations throughout, very culturally centered around regions of Mexico. The servers were just in very traditional, Mexican dresses and uniforms. I wasn't however, impressed too much with the food itself. The sauces were pretty basic and nothing too impressive. One of them, the green one almost reminded me of kale juice with a little bit of spice in it. The friend I was with was having the emoladas and he wasn't too impressed. The dish I had is a concoction of green sauce, beef, broth, Asada meat, and some type of pork meat as well. It almost tasted like they just put random meat in a bowl and doused it and green enchilada sauce. Definitely was not the worst Mexican food I've had, but it wasn't the best either. Presentation was actually also pretty impressive. But I return here? Yes, I would. But I would have my expectations in a neutral position versus going in there with high expectations and feeling that down after spending all that money. read more

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The ambiance is so beautiful for all occasions! Service was fast and always polite. Food was good! Flights of margaritas! Definitely recommend read more

Los Amores de Julia - Chicken Enchiladas Plate comes with side of rice and black beans. - Mexican Near Me - Sacramento, California

Misleading. My friends and I came to watch a World Cup game after seeing an Instagram ad for food and drink specials. Staff seated us near a TV, and our server was great. Unfortunately, the experience was overshadowed by what felt like misleading advertising. We ordered several items expecting the advertised prices, but only some were discounted. When we asked, we were told the specials only applied after 6:00 PM. We started ordering around 5:50 PM, but no one mentioned the cutoff. The extra cost was frustrating, but the bigger issue was the lack of transparency. Had the restriction been communicated upfront, we could have made informed choices. Good food, drinks, and service, but the unclear promotion left a sour taste and ruined what should have been a fun experience. read more

Love this place. It's got really good food and the decorations and real fun and immersive. Took my date here and she really liked it. The staff were friendly, the food was hot and fresh and the service was fast and the prices were reasonable. Love it here! read more

Los Amores de Julia - front entrance - Mexican Near Me - Sacramento, California

This was our second time here, and unfortunately we probably won't be back for a while. It seems like they still need to work out some timing and service issues. We ordered the queso with chorizo, and it took about 15 minutes just to get the tortillas -- which were unfortunately undercooked. We waited another 10 minutes for a new batch, but by the time they arrived the queso had already gone cold. The drinks were also very sweet. I tried the margarita flight (which is $20 on Thursdays), but they were so sugary that we couldn't really taste the alcohol. It also took about 45 minutes for our food to come out after ordering. One thing I really dislike at restaurants is when meals for the table don't come out together. Our food arrived first and started getting cold while we waited another 5 minutes for my husband's meal to come out, which made things a bit awkward. They did bring us complimentary churros for dessert, which was appreciated, but unfortunately those were cold as well. read more

Los Amores de Julia - Churros came with Carmel and chocolate sauce on the side - Mexican Near Me - Sacramento, California

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We came here first time for father's day and it was an absolute hit; everything was absolutely phenomenal and traditional as someone who makes mexican cooking videos on social media i had my family with me and it exceeded all expectation, Javier our waiter was one of the best and every single dish was a hit my mother was blown away even with the coctails. This is definitely at the top of my list of places we ever been top to bottom, traditional, savory and ambiance read more

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A lot of places boast about Sinaloa style food but this one really hits that mark for me. The sope sinaloense was amazing, the carnitas were very flavorful and not too heavy. They both paired amazing with the carnitas. Server was very knowledgeable about the menu. read more

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Went here with a friend on a Sunday afternoon, I made a reservation the day prior. So not sure what wait time would be without one, but it did get busy pretty fast. I order the chilaquiles with steak and my friend ordered a waffle. Although, I feel like there could be more toppings, it overall tasted good. However, the hibiscus matcha latte was the star of the show! Soooo good! I do wish they offered some lunch items, during brunch time. My friend really wanted tacos or enchiladas, however was told that didn't start til a later time. There was a mariachi band, they were good. But if you're in the upper area, it's really loud. Unless you're sitting next to your person, you won't be able to talk. read more

This place is great, as soon as my friend and I walked in we got a good vide. We were greeted by our server Lupe who sat us down at our table. She took the time to explain the menu and drinks to us. We ordered a flight of mimosas, and a flight of margaritas. Yummy! We order the guacamole with chicharrones. Yummy! I can go on and on. Bottom line, the food was great! We ate everything and didn't take leftovers home. A big thank you to Lupe for her great service. We will be going back when she's working. read more

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Great good service RAFAEL, but the big room temperature, the large room .. ufff I couldn't even eat the food! Good for employees but if you seating,eating I couldn't eat ! But definitely will come back! read more

This restaurant is beautiful. Definitely come here for the vibes and the margarita flight. The food was just ok but maybe that just comes down to what we ordered. We will come back! read more

The place is beautiful inside but that's the best part. Food was very basic tasting nothing extraordinary and not worth coming back for. The water tastes like DIRTY tap water. Service was slow. The type of slow where you just wish they would bring the check so you can go home but you feel stuck. Don't ask them for anything because they will take forever or never bring it and look annoyed if they are asked a question. No one at my table was impressed. read more

The place is nicely decorated, we were sat where we couldn't see the mariachi but it was very loud we could hear them. I didn't appreciate the I'm assuming worker was taking pictures with a professional camera and then selling the photo for 45 dollars, it was too much for going out to dinner. The food was okay, looked really amazing just not worth the price. Y u m m y g u a c read more

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