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    Macayo's Mexican Food

    2.8 (583 reviews)
    ModerateMexican, Salad, Pizza
    Closed • 11:00 am - 9:00 pm

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

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    The two salsa sizes. Smaller one was given with our two meals to be shared between two adults
    Destiney S.

    My mother called in a lunch order for pick up for us. We ordered 2 enchilada platters for the both of us. Chicken for me and beef for her. She picked it up and there were 3 containers. One had two enchiladas with rice & beans. The second had only one enchilada with rice & beans and the last container had only one enchilada. The employee told her she wasn't sure why the cook (or whoever plated it) put one enchilada separately but that the order was correct. My mother asked verifying that it was and the employee insisted it was. Both enchilada plates were with red sauce and none of the containers were marked to distinguish between chicken or beef and no real way of checking as they were obviously covered in sauce. Once home with the meals, I cut into one and it was chicken so we assumed the other two containers were beef. The one that was with the rice & beans was chicken and the other enchilada by itself was cheese. Talk about disappointment! Half the order was incorrect. It's about a 15 min drive from our house to the restaurant. I insisted my mom call and get it corrected. With prices and service they way there are, this is unacceptable! She phoned and the employee on the phone was friendly and said she could come pick up a new correct platter. That's fine and all but really, it's just inconvenient and redicz having to go back. Half the order incorrect and the small salsa and smashed chips with our order was just icing on a crappy cake. Two platters and they send a tiny cup of salsa for two adults??? My poor mother did go back to pick up her correct meal and they gave her a larger salsa with a better bag of chips. The second salsa size should come with an order for two meals automatically. I told my mother that we'll find a new place. While the employee she interacted with was friendly, just the poor service is not worthy of anyone's money nowadays. NO ONE should have to drive back for an incorrect order. The kitchen is doing a poor job of giving out incorrect meals and also not labeling the boxes. I'm sure if they had labeled C for chicken and B for beef, this whole issue could have been avoided. Seems like common sense to me. Do better Macayo's!

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    Anthony K.

    One of the best Mexican restaurants in the area. They used to only be 120 years ago, now they're broke out across the Phoenix area. Some of the best tasting Mexican food I have had. The Mikael is a place to stop when you're in the Phoenix area. Our service at this restaurant was outstanding. Waitress was excellent professional, and took the time to explain the new menu to us. The area is very clean and workers take pride in their work.

    Margarita Flight $9.99
    Mary N.

    Great customer service. Friendly and efficient. The margarita flight was delightful for $9.99; lots of flavors to choose from. The chips and salsa were top notched; fresh light crispy chips with flavorful salsa. The mini chimichanga plate contained 6 chimichangas and it was quite a lot of food.

    The tablespoon of guacamole worth $3.29 apparently!
    John C.

    The food has gotten progressively worse and worse over the years but I'm trying to hold on to my youthful joy of this place. Today, I've decided to give up hope... I understand "shrink-flation" and the inability to hire, train and retain employees but this is a little too much. $3.29 for a tablespoon of guacamole and of course to save money they don't buy proper containers and lids, so the hot sauce spilled all over the bag and other containers. Time to move on...

    Grime around entire perimeter of restaurant.

    Not sure if this is common for this location but the service was a zero before the food was even ordered. Hostess is MIA. I had to track down someone to be seated and had to stand around and wait for a high chair while the people seated after me were waited on. The tables and floor are sticky and unhygienic feeling. There's about 4 inches of grime around the entire perimeter of the restaurant. The plates are searing hot but the food is cold. The tacos just ooze grease when bitten into. Childs cheese crisp is almost burnt. I would not recommend this Macaos to anyone I liked.

    Jessica S.

    Loving the salsa still. The chips not so much. Some chips in the bag are great like they always have been. Some taste terrible like they were cooked in old oil. I called the location to see if To-Go is open. They were saying it is each time, but pulling up. The door is locked. I just got into the front and order through the host. They say it is open and the manager is running To-Go, but they aren't. We only visit here now for the salsa.

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    Great Staff that appears to work well with Teamwork. The atmosphere at this restaurant is nice.

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    Felt more like a poor mans Abuela... its alright. They make a big deal about their award winning food...

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    Went for a pickup order asked for green sauce and they said "only chips and salsa comes with it" when I have gotten green sauce before.

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    Henry is the best bartender and the food is amazing. He always knows what what I like.

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    Thank you for the 5 star review Diva! We hope to see you again soon!

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    4.3(180 reviews)
    13.6 mi

    Absolutely delicious! Hubby) ordered the French dip which was phenomenal and I had the turkey…read morecranberry which I also liked, but I'm definitely getting the French dip next time. Great service cute little sandwich shop good ambience definitely going back.

    My new favorite sandwich spot in Arizona! I don't usually…read morerave about places in Arizona like this, but Sourdough & Co has completely won me over. My boyfriend and I split the Garlic Pesto Turkey sandwich, and I can honestly say it was the best sourdough sandwich I've ever had. The bread is everything you want from fresh sourdough soft on the inside, just the right chew, and that perfect tang. The turkey was super flavorful, and the pesto and sauces were next level. Every bite felt so well balanced rich, fresh, and totally satisfying. We also grabbed a white macadamia cookie, and it was the cherry on top. Soft, buttery, and perfectly sweet seriously one of the best cookies I've had in a while. On top of the amazing food, the customer service was incredible. The girls working were so friendly and made us feel genuinely welcome. The space is small but super cute and cozy clean, inviting, and great for a casual meal. I really wish I lived closer because I'd be here all the time (probably too often that bread is dangerously good ). If you're nearby or even just passing through, do yourself a favor and stop in. This place is a gem. Highly recommend!

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