We had the pleasure of celebrating my friends birthday for brunch, And Daniella H. Took such great care of a group of 18 . She was so attentive to all of us, asking at all times if we needed anything and kept checking in on all of us. The food was great! The Mariachi a big Plus!! We will definitely come back for this 3 reasons Food Mariachi and Daniella H Highly recommend this Beautiful place Almost forgot! They great you with water and fresh fruit to ad to your water and Conchitas for your coffee read more

I made a reservation for 18 people to celebrate my wife birthday and let me tell you the experience was amazing; first of all Daniella H the waitress she went above and beyond to make sure that everything was great, from the beginning to the end was exceptional; the food was also delicious. Definitely we're going to be back pretty soon. read more

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I don't see this business lasting very long if this is the level of service they continue to provide. I chose this restaurant to celebrate my birthday and paid an additional $50 for their "table decorated with roses" package. Based on the photos advertised on their website, I expected an elegant and thoughtfully decorated table. Instead, I was greeted by a few rose petals scattered across the table and three or four red roses placed in a tall drinking glass--not even a vase. It looked nothing like the photos and was nowhere near worth the extra $50. It felt misleading and honestly like a complete rip-off. To be fair, the food was good. I genuinely have no complaints about the quality of the meal. Unfortunately, the customer service and overall experience overshadowed what could have been an enjoyable birthday dinner. My reservation was originally for eight guests, but due to last-minute emergencies, only five of us were able to attend. From that point forward, the atmosphere changed. Whether intentional or not, the staff became noticeably less welcoming, and the service felt cold and dismissive throughout the evening. They even initially tried to move us to a smaller table, despite the fact that the reservation had already been arranged. Toward the end of dinner, one of my friends asked whether the restaurant offered a complimentary birthday dessert or cake. We were told they do not. Thankfully, we had brought our own birthday cake, even though it had partially melted during the drive. The staff did bring it out and sang "Happy Birthday," which I appreciated. However, had we not brought our own cake, there would have been no birthday acknowledgment at all. The biggest disappointment was realizing that the "table decorated with roses" package was nothing more than a few rose petals scattered across the table. Had I known that was all it included, I would have chosen another restaurant for such a special occasion. Restaurants like Eddie V's provide birthday cards, complimentary desserts, elegant table touches--including rose petals--and exceptional hospitality, all at no additional cost. Here, I paid an extra $50 for decorations that didn't resemble the photos advertised on the website and received service that felt indifferent from beginning to end. Overall, while the food was enjoyable, the customer service, hospitality, and value of the table decoration package were extremely disappointing. I would not recommend this restaurant for a special occasion, nor would I choose to celebrate here again. What made the experience even more surprising was that the restaurant was nearly empty during our visit, yet the level of service still fell far below expectations. I sincerely hope management improves both their customer service and the accuracy of their advertising. Customers deserve to receive what is being advertised and what they are paying for. Originally, I intended to leave a one-star review. The only reason I'm giving two stars is because, despite everything, the staff did make us laugh toward the end of the evening, and that was only because of my deformed melted birthday cake and I wanted my review to reflect both the positives and the negatives. FYI: If you're considering purchasing the table decoration package, be aware that you cannot request different rose colors--they only offer red roses with no customization options. More importantly, the actual setup did not match the photos advertised on their website. I recommend managing your expectations before paying the additional fee. read more

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Outstanding Experience with Regina! If you are visiting Más x Dios, you absolutely have to ask for Regina! From the moment we sat down, she completely elevated our entire night. Her energy is amazing, she's incredibly attentive, and she gave the absolute best recommendations for both drinks and food. Even with a busy crowd, she made sure we never had an empty glass and constantly checked in to ensure everything was perfect. Outstanding service can be hard to find, but Regina truly goes above and beyond for her guests. She is an absolute gem, and we will definitely be back to see her soon. Thank you, Regina, for making our night so memorable! read more

We had such a great night out here! The drinks were amazing, I loved my bathtub drink. Fun, creative vibes while still serving really good cocktails. Everyone was so friendly, from the host to our waiter, which made the experience even better. The food was delicious too, and our favorite dish was definitely the firecracker shrimp. We were also celebrating a birthday, and they truly went all out, signs, sparklers, and a great cake. They made it feel really special and memorable! read more

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New place in downtown San Diego. The ambiance is posh Mexican. Excellent decoration and great ambiance. The service was great and the staff was friendly and chatty. The food was great. I had the salad with the margarita sampler and the filet mignon. The salad was simple but very tasteful, the sampler is a good option if you don't know what type of drink you'd like. My favorite was the tamarindo one. The filet mignon was cooked to perfection with a mole sauce that was as not spicy, it had a bit of a kick but did not overpower the flavor of the steak. The only thing is that I thought the filet mignon was pricey with no sides, so if your order it, add a side or two. Overall, great place and I'd return to try other dishes in the menu read more

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To the Yelp Community, Mamá X Dios is hands down the BEST Mexican restaurant in San Diego. This is where you enjoy delicious flavorful authentic dishes. Their creative cocktails are refreshing with the riiight balance...making you want to take your time with each sip. The beauuutiful decor, live mariachi band, and very attentive staff enhanced my dining experience...making me say, "Mamá por Dios!". I'll definitely be back Mamá :-) read more

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Brought my mom here for brunch for her to enjoy the mariachi they have going on during the weekends! She's loved it! The restaurant itself is super pretty and the staff are really attentive, down to the littlest detail of bringing you orange/lemon/lime/cucumber slices for your water. The food was yummy I liked that the tortillas in the Chilaquilles weren't soggy and the French toast had a little bit of crunch to it that I loved! read more

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This upscale Mexican restaurant has finally opened in the Gaslamp Quarter after a lengthy time in development. The ownership had opened other Mama Por Dios locations in the LA area before launching this version in the SD market. The interior decor was swanky with an outdoor-like courtyard ambiance. A central bar was to the back left of the room while upwards of 50 customers could be comfortably seated in the dining area. It was very quiet on my weeknight visit with just two tables having seated parties. A board containing a complimentary cheesy bread loaf with three salsas on the side was provided while I was looking at the two-sided menu. Appetizers, salads, and seafood specialties were listed on the front page. House specialties, enchiladas, grilled items, and sides were displayed on the back page. I picked the Pulpo Zarandeado from the set of ten choices in the Seafood Specialties. The cooked octopus tentacles were accompanied by sauteed rice, zucchini, mushrooms, and morita chili sauce topped with sprouts laced with sweet and sour sauce. For the $38 price tag, the serving size was modest at best as I have consumed a similar amount of octopus for at least ten dollars less at other places. The zucchini and mushrooms provided fiber to make the dish heavier while the sauces made the flavors saltier than I liked. The service from my waiter was polite and efficient. That aspect along with the decor kept my rating of Mama Por Dios between a three and a four star level. read more

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Where to start?! Everything about this place checks everything off the list. The decor, ambiance, menu options, live mariachi on the weekends, servers constantly checking on you, delish food .... Literally all boxes were checked. For your water the server comes by with a platter of fresh citrus items to add to your water. Then you get a mini concha to snack on while you go over the menu. These types of touches make a difference. Then for the food so many yummy options, but I chose the mole chilaquiles with chicken. Wish they would have added more chicken, but the mole was delicious. Highly recommend. I ordered the lemon cucumber margarita and that was so tasty and refreshing. All the drinks we ordered were good even the mocktail drink. Our server, Daniella, was amazing. She was on top of our order when one of our dishes came out with some dairy (ordered without due to allergies). She immediately took the plate without us having to say something. Definitely have plans to come back for dinner and brunch again lol. read more

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We visited Mama X Dios on Valentine's Day during their very first week open, and it already feels like a spot we'll be returning to again and again. Because it was a special Valentine's Day menu, not everything you see online was available that night. That didn't bother us at all. The curated menu felt intentional and festive. The cocktails were delicious and beautifully balanced, the kind of drinks that make you pause after the first sip just to appreciate them. Service was slightly spotty at times, but the place was absolutely packed and it was their opening week on one of the busiest dining nights of the year. We were more than happy to give them grace. We were served by Lalo, who introduced himself right away when we were seated and was pleasant and easy to talk to throughout the evening. The manager, Jacklyn (apologies if I misspelled), stopped by mid-meal to introduce herself and was visible the entire night backing up the team wherever needed. She was lovely and clearly very hands-on. We also had an amazing bartender come by our table and prepare the First Class drink tableside for my partner. We didn't catch his name, but he was a total showman, and it added such a fun and memorable touch to the experience. We started with the Camarones Roca. The shrimp themselves were very tasty and nicely prepared, served over a small bed of salad. That said, the portion felt a bit light for the price, especially for an appetizer meant to share. It's flavorful, but we'd love to see a slightly more generous serving. The entrées were the real stars. I ordered the Filet Mignon Puebla, a bacon-wrapped filet served over rich mole poblano with camarones mantequilla on the side. The steak was cooked perfectly and so flavorful I genuinely didn't want the plate to end. The mole was deep and complex without overpowering the dish, and the buttery shrimp were an indulgent bonus. My partner had the Las Fajitas with Shrimp and really enjoyed them as well. The shrimp were cooked just right and the dish arrived sizzling and full of flavor, exactly what you hope for when you order fajitas. If I had one small note beyond the appetizer portion, it would be presentation on the filet. It was served on a somewhat small plate, which made everything feel a bit crowded. A little more room to let the dish shine visually would elevate it even further. Overall, an impressive start for their first week, especially on Valentine's Day. Great drinks, excellent food, lively atmosphere, and a team that's clearly committed to making it work. We'll definitely be back. read more

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Overall 1 star bc I do not want to mislead my fellow foodies ... I will come back and update in a couple months after I give it a second chance because I believe they have potential to make dishes savory not salty ... my taste buds got a taste of flavor but it was a-salty brunch. ... 5 star for our Tamarind Margaritas and queso fundido ...my friend said Horchata was bland .... service by Briana or Brenda and Manager was also a 5 star ... Music was very good by Mariachi but loud so it was hard to hear our server name. 1 star for our food being Salty... 1 star for not offering the regular lunch menu at 1230-1pm ... would be great if brunch menu was optional after 1230 PM...I was really hoping to try mole enchiladas at 1 pm( lunch time). 1 star for Menu not being updated !!! Disappointed to receive no beans when dish description stated beans included . I think you should let customers know the menu is outdated and xyz is no longer included. 1 star for kitchen staff, please sample your dishes before sending out for saltiness. Also, we requested no eggs ( food allergy) for my friend and they gave us eggs !!!! :( Decor is nice... ambiance was good . Will try again if they will offer the option for regular menu after 1230PM Sunday ! read more

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Had a wonderful dinner here on Thursday. The restaurant is beautiful. Regina our waitress was delightful. The food was really good. I really liked how much effort they put into their cocktails. They put each cocktail into special glasses. It was really cute. Everything I tasted was pretty good except the salsas. Those need a little work. Also the presentation of the garlic shrimp needs to be amped up to fit the aesthetic of the restaurant. Other than that dinner was great. read more

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Great food and drinks, this place is amazing, staff is friendly, the camarones were delicious, recommend this place, go check it out ! read more

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We love this place so much we had to come back a second time with a friend celebrating his birthday. The vibe is great. Beautifully decorated restaurant. Amazing service and the food is top tier. Highly recommend! read more

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Highly disappointed! Yesterday I came to this restaurant for my birthday to celebrate. I was in town this weekend and have been to this establishment near my town so I knew it would a great place to dine. Upon entering my family told the waiter that we are celebrating a birthday and asked if they come out and sing or have a dessert with a candle and the waiter for our table told my family that they do not such thing at this establishment. We later start to waiter come out with big signs that say "HBD" witch if I'm correct means happy birthday. We witness this happen 3 to 4 times so now we're confused on why the waiter would say something like this The hour that I spent at the restaurant I felt the service was far below the bare minimum. Aside from hanging or purse and taking our order I don't think we seen our waiter again . I have one person part of my party who has a food allergy and she asks the waiter what exactly comes on the meal so she could ensure that it was free of anything she was allergic to and ofc the waiter didn't tell us what they placed on top of the food and it was indeed something that she couldn't eat and had to send it away . It took over 30 mins to remake the meal which by that time we were ready to go . Which at that point we no longer wanted We were seated next to the bar and like I mentioned no one came to service us . My meal was over salted and tasted horrible I didn't even finish my plate . With all these things that happened I would never go back . I felt unwanted, angry , and hungry since the food was horrible. ( and remember this is my Actual birthday) We did speak to a manger and she just made excuses for her and her staff . There wasn't any apologies or birthday wishes made . I'm so upset that I wasted my time on this restaurant. I ended up walking across the street and ordered 2 delicious tacos where the staff met me with smiles and laughter. Haha it was a great $20 spent after this horrible experience read more

Was amazing and the service was beyond expectations. From siting down to leaving very friendly staff and as well a good was delicious read more

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the service was great really fun upbeat atmosphere but the food was just not that good aguachile verde was really good and the ribeye aguachile also was good but seabass was OVER cooked paring it with mashed sweet potatoes and a lemon caper sauce was a weird combo love Mac was flavorless and oily the sauce was broken I would go back for drinks and vibes but definitely not the food especially for the Price point read more

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I heard about this spot from insta and instantly needing to check it out. Daniella our server was a gem, and really went above and beyond to make our experience delightful. The moment we walked was greeted right away and was sat a booth near the entrance. I loved how we were offered fresh citrus options to add to our water. Super cute touch. One of the main things I wanted to try was a drink that came in a pineapple, as well as possible a drink that came in giraffe cup. Sadly they didn't have the giraffe drink, but La toxica (pineapple drink) was delicious. I loved how unlike other places they actually did a good job of scooping out the middle which allowed for more of the drink. The food was yummy, and due to dairy allergies Daniella was on it with making sure our orders came out correct. They have a mariachi band play on the weekends who were amazing. They also have a dj that plays later on after the mariachi leave I think mid-day? Overall, this will be my new go to brunch spot, everything was amazing. read more

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I came with friends on a night out. The food portions were pretty good. The food too! The prices are a little on the higher side but that's to be expected. What I liked most was the atmospheric design inside. Low Light. Tiny bar. Booths. It was a wonderful experience. read more

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The first thing you notice when walking in is the atmosphere. The space is beautifully designed with a vibrant, upscale Mexican aesthetic that immediately sets the tone for a lively night out. It's the kind of place that feels perfect for celebrations, date nights, or just a fun evening with friends. Service was good throughout the evening. Our server was knowledgeable about the menu offered helpful recommendations, and made sure everything flowed smoothly from drinks to dessert . Only downside is pressure you to order which makes it uncomfortable ! The food itself was 7/10 . Each dish arrived on time . You can tell there's a lot of attention to detail in both the ingredients and the preparation. The menu does a great job of blending traditional Mexican flavors with a more elevated modern approach. Overall my honest opinion give it a try and have your own experience read more

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We celebrated my dad's 75th birthday brunch here, and it was perfect! The mariachi music made the celebration extra special, the food was delicious, and the service from Dani was outstanding. She was so attentive and made our family feel welcomed. Thank you for helping us create such a memorable day! read more

I wish I could leave a better review but I can't. I saw a cockroach in the bathroom!!!!! I wish I could have taken a picture but I didn't have my phone. And when I went back it was gone Plus I went there yesterday for my friends birthday and they charged her $16 for her birthday cake. Which I didn't think was okay. It was a reservation for 11 ladies and our bill was $600 plus so I think it woulda been fair to compt her birthday cake. Food and drinks were okay. read more

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Great Food, But Misleading Bottomless Brunch Deal Ruined the Experience! We came here to celebrate my friend's birthday specifically because of their $35 bottomless happy hour advertised on social media. The posts clearly showed bottomless mimosas, micheladas, and margaritas from 10 AM to 2 PM, which sounded perfect for a birthday brunch. Unfortunately, once we arrived almost everything about the experience became confusing and poorly communicated. Right away we were told the bottomless option was only for mimosas, even though margaritas and micheladas were listed on both the menu and social media as part of the deal. When we asked about margaritas, the staff told us they weren't included, so we said never mind since we only wanted what was part of the bottomless special. After another long wait, the waitress brought margaritas to the table anyway and tried to charge us extra for them. We had already declined them after being told they weren't included, so we had to explain the situation again and go back and forth about it. In the end the charge was removed from our bill, but what should have been a fun birthday brunch turned into an unnecessary argument over drinks we never intended to order. Service was also extremely slow. We waited about an hour before we were even able to place our first order, and throughout the visit we had to flag down staff anytime we needed something. We were told they were short staffed, which we understand happens, but the lack of communication made everything feel disorganized. The biggest surprise came when we tried to order our fourth round of drinks. At that point we were told the bottomless option was actually limited to 1.5 hours. This was confusing because the menu and social media both say the happy hour runs from 10 AM to 2 PM. When we asked about it, we were told the menu was a typo. Since the restaurant just opened, it was frustrating to hear that such a major detail was incorrect. Even more frustrating was that no one told us about the 1.5 hour limit when we ordered, and there was no fine print anywhere explaining it. To be fair, the food itself was really good, which is why I'm giving two stars instead of one. But brunch is about the overall experience, especially when you're celebrating something like a birthday, and unfortunately this visit felt more stressful than enjoyable. read more

Mama por Dios - Misleading "Tipsy Brunch" description on menu. - Bars Near Me - San Diego, California

Came here with a few friends on a Sunday evening. We walked in around 8:30 pm and grabbed seats at the bar. The inside is beautifully done. They start you off with complimentary bread, which was warm, soft, and the perfect way to kick things off. Here's what we ordered: * Mezcal Old Fashioned: smooth and well balanced. * Guacamole Chicharron De Ribeye: super unique and honestly so good. The ribeye was cooked perfectly. It was served with what I believe were pork skins rather than traditional tortilla chips, which is different. * Tuna Tiradito: very fresh and light. The staff were all very friendly with great service. Food was delicious. Cute interior. Chill vibe inside. I'm already looking forward to going back and trying more from the menu. read more

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Stumbled upon this place while looking for somewhere to eat after the game. It has a really cool atmosphere, workers are really nice, the food and drinks were really good. I got the Maria Bonita and it was so refreshing. The guacamole with chicharron and Riley was soo good. Will definitely be back next time we are in town. read more

I'm extremely disappointed with my experience at Mama Por Dios. We called today at 11:30 AM to let them know a party of 7 would be arriving at 12:30 PM. We were clearly told there would be no wait and that everything was fine for us to come in. When we showed up at 12:30, the restaurant was completely closed. Not only was this incredibly inconvenient, but it also shows a lack of professionalism and respect for customers' time. If you're going to open, please respect your own hours of operation and communicate accurately with guests. We organized our plans around this reservation and were left scrambling to find another place to accommodate a group of seven. Very disappointing first impression. I hope management takes this feedback seriously. read more

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We came for the mariachi brunch and had the birria omelet and the arrachera both were delicious! Great atmosphere, and Sebastián took great care of us. He provided excellent service and made our brunch even better. read more

disappointed with my experience. I ordered the steak and fries and requested the steak to be cooked medium, but it came out well done and lacked flavor. I also asked for hot sauce, but it never arrived. when I asked for the bill, the staff came over immediately, which made it feel like service was only prompt when it was time to pay. The napkins had a noticeable smell, as if they had not been dried properly after washing. the food and service did not meet my expectations, and I would not return based on this experience. read more

I'd give it a 3.9 if I could. For the price, the taste was amazing, however the service was a little slow, and I'm a very patient person. I don't know if they were understaffed but we literally sat at the table for 10-15 minutes before anyone even came over to give us water, it wasn't insanely busy either. But I will say, the drinks and food were aesthetically 10/10. read more

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I tried the Mama X Dios restaurant while celebrating my besties birthday and it's so pretty inside it gave me Puerto Vallarta/ Cancun vibes. It was really nice and the server was really nice very attentive. I understood the restaurant had just opened maybe 2 days before but something's in the menu we're not available so that was a bummer. I tried the ribeye chicharrón guacamole, ceviche tostada (not very impressed) and a salad that I forgot the name of but was delicious it had asparagus along with other ingredients but it was delish! I would give it another try and taste other dishes. read more

We had a great experience overall. Our server, Yair, was animated, attentive, and very accommodating. We had made reservations ahead of time but arrived 30 minutes early, and they seated us right away and kindly walked us through the happy hour menu before it ended, which we really appreciated. The restaurant itself had beautiful decor and a great ambience that made the experience even better. The only downside was that the restroom/bathroom floors were noticeably sticky. read more

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Contrary to the reviews I found online, I found this restaurant to be really good!! From the food, service to ambiance, everything was really pleasing!! Everything we ate was really tasty and had a good flavor. The waiter was also very friendly and constantly checked up on our table. It's definitely a bit on the pricier side so I'd definitely recommend it more for a special occasion! read more

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Food was amazing! Drinks were good! Our server Rene was friendly and very nice! We missed the Mariachi but they had live DJ We will come back again! read more

Mama por Dios - Maria Bonita ( with shot of vodka ) - Bars Near Me - San Diego, California

First experience here and the ambience is great! The candelabrio of mimosas was delicious and a cute photo moment. Mia our waitress made sure we had a great experience. read more

Mama por Dios - Bars Near Me - San Diego, California

Came here with some colleagues on my first night in San Diego. The vibes were calm and inviting and was exactly what we were looking for. We were taken care of by a wonderful waitress, i believe her name was Brienda (sp?) who took great care of us. She was friendly, attentive and was quite accommodating. The drinks and food were solid. read more

Drinks were good food was basic! Ordered enchiladas and they were nothing special. Maybe brunch here is a better experience. They offer to come take your picture and it's like doing the most. read more

The staff was amazing and so was the food. We loved how attentive and fun our server Manuel was, he definitely made a memorable experience for me and my family. The mariachi also added to the ambiance greatly. read more

This place was a great find ! They just opened 7 weeks ago and we decided to try it out. The live mariachi during their weekend brunch caught our attention. Very well organized for a short time of being opened. Excellent service by our server, Yair. Beautiful decor, table side drinks, quick service, very clean throughout and over all seemed to run smoothly . For starters they offer you a fresh slice of fruit, cucumber, lemon or lime to flavor your water. Our meal even came with a complimentary Mexican concha. Food was delicious! Recommend the Chilaquiles and Huevos Rancheros. We will be back f read more

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Regina mentioned the speak easy, cant wait to try it! Amazing food and amazing drinks. Great service by Regina.