Went while visiting my mother on Mother's Day. There were 6 people in our party. The restaurant was busy for lunch. We were seated quickly, in a large booth near the bar. Our server Adriana was amazing. She was efficient and attentive. We ordered our food and it was out in about 10 minutes. All of it. Fresh and hot. Fajitas were good. My son loved his queso burger. I ordered the carnitas bowl. It had slow roasted pork, cilantro, avocado, garlic, Chimichurri, rice, beans and plantains. Everything was delicious. If you like Mexican food you have to try this place. The only disappointing thing is that I live 4 hours away. I can't wait to come back. Great service, great food and I liked the ambiance. Not loud, cozy and comfortable. read more

Needed a delicious lunch to please 7 picky adults! After searching the area, we decided on tacos! But nobody actually ordered tacos! The vast menu had so many delicious options that each of us happily pivoted. My husband and I were pleased with the taco bowl, perfectly cooked and seasoned. Super fresh and full of flavor. We also got aorroz con pollo which was perfect! The cheese sauce was to die for and there was chicken galore. Our server was present but didn't hover. Pricing was okay, but to be expected a block from the beach. Plenty of parking. If you're looking for a great meal that can please your party, look no further! read more

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The restaurant is very clean and pretty inside. It had a tropical feel. Our server did an amazing job. We were well taken care of. The best thing I can say is that the food was delicious! We had arroz con Cameron's. Fajita BurrIto. Mahi tacos. Chicken burrito bowl. And chicken and spinach enchiladas. Everyone really enjoyed their choices. Look below at the beautiful food pictures. We totally recommend this restaurant. read more

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The ambiance was a high end Mexican restaurant. We were seated fairly quickly and then chips and salsa were delivered promptly. Drink orders were obtained quickly. The menus were on an IPad and they were easy to access. I ordered a San Diego burrito but switched to ground beef. It was quite possibly the best burrito I have ever had. My hubby had a shredded beef chimichanga and he said it was a bit dry. Overall, great food and experience! read more

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What a beautiful place. Both food and service were great. I really liked their salsa and the chicken rice bowl was very good. read more

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Lunch here was a very pleasant experience! It's nicely decorated and has a lovely beachy vibe to it! The waiter did a nice job with being attentive and was pretty personable. The guacamole was freaking DELICIOUS and I wish I could have the recipe for myself hahaha! Our food came out very fast and hot too! My family loved all of the food they got, and I definitely felt the same way. I got the chicken fajitas with extra rice instead of beans. I also asked for no cheese or sour cream (due to dietary restrictions), which they nailed! It makes me very happy when I'm able to get what I had ordered, on the first try! All of the food I ate was delicious, and I was very excited to eat my leftovers to enjoy this meal again. My only complaint, which is very small, is that the drinking glasses were a bit distressed. A few of ours had cracks in them (not leaking water) and looked a little funky. It's a small thing, but I would've preferred glass cups. read more

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Service was fantastic! Food was excellent! Apps were like a whole meal in themselves. I had the El patron margarita. It was good and strong. You definitely get your money's worth here. The only thing that I had a problem with is that it tasted like they added cumin to my shrimp fajitas. It just throws the whole flavor off and gives it a weird taste. read more

Very costly. One meal and two margs was over $90. Margaritas not great. Salsa super spicy.

This restaurant always has that Tommy Bahama-esque vibe finally found its rhythm. This is the kind of place where you think, "I'm on vacation... I'll have a fancy margarita." This time, though, I gave up alcohol for Lent. Thankfully, bartender Derek came to the rescue and crafted a delicious spicy mojito mocktail that didn't feel like a compromise at all. One sip in, and I was right back in vacation mode. The staff here is consistently friendly, and the chips and salsa arrive almost instantly after you sit down (which is always a great start). We grabbed seats at the bar during happy hour (4-6 p.m.) and ordered the happy hour guacamole, drinks, and an early dinner. We chose the Molcajete -- easily large enough to feed a small party --, and it arrived flaming and fully loaded with a variety of meats and cactus. The presentation alone was worth it. We also ordered the fajita nachos, piled high with generous pieces of steak and shrimp--nothing skimpy here--just a full-on feast perfect for sharing at the bar. We left with leftovers, full stomachs, and very happy bellies. read more

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I did takeout so I can't speak too much on the service. The food though, phenomenal. The grilled chicken in the burrito was fire. Like cooked to perfection. If you like queso, you will love the queso dip they have here. read more

I am a local. I liked my dish of shrimp tullum enchiladas but I didn't like that they diced up the shrimp. The shrimp was way overcooked. Please leave them whole. Their tortillas are not made fresh in house. I asked. You have to ask for the hot salsa and the green one. Gets crowded because it is near the timeshares and tourist area. No military discount. Another person at my table had the surf and turf burrito and said the steak was very tough. read more

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I have passed by this place at least a dozen times when in the area and never thought to try it out because the exterior is bland. On this trip, I decided to look up the reviews and they were outstanding. So, I gave it a shot. I don't know if I have ever seen a place with such a difference between the exterior and interior. The inside is gorgeous! Perfect decor and energy + the perfect decibel and choice of music. The service was very good. A lot of texting on phone by person helping me but that didn't slow her down. And she got the order right. I'd rather have someone texting and get the order right than not texting and get the order wrong. Prices here are very high for Mexican food but these are large portions and high-quality food. I got the Steak/Chicken combo and it was amazing. Highly recommended! Do Not base your decision off the exterior. You will be pleasantly surprised when you go inside. Very clean Caribbean-type feel to it. Even though it's Mexican. read more

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The service was great - another server adopted our table after a 15 minute wait. She apologized that her coworker was not ready to start our table yet (translation, I think: late to work). She gave us the happy hour price even though we missed the end of it while we were waiting. The food was good, not great. I got the signature molacajete which was $35 for a huge burning cauldron of shrimp, chicken, pork and beef, and chorizo! It was served on a flaming plate. It was pretty good, sort of like fajitas where you take your meat and desired toppings and put them in your tortilla. Hy husband got the steak which was nice and tender and cooked medium. It had a nice marinade. But he hated the veggies and onions, said they must have been cooking all day on the flat top in old oil. My son got carnitas, which he loves. My DIL got a shrimp dish that was not wrapped in a tortilla (see photo). The kids got soft tacos ($8). All in all everyone had generous portions and liked what they got. The rice and beans were not great - many times at a Mex place, I'll abandon my entree and eat rice and beans. Not that day. I did not even take them home. Nobody did. We liked our proteins though and the sides were ok. The chips and salsa were delivered the moment we sat down and the salsa is pretty mild. I'll bet you could ask for pico de gallo or a spicier salsa. (Free) The decor is the real standout. It's almost like a Mexican Rainforest Cafe. I like the place, and I'd return for happy hour at the bar. For a sit down meal, this place wasn't overly expensive. But there are other places I'd rather go. Good solid meal for a fair price but maybe not worth a special trip. read more

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One of the best Mexican restaurants I have eaten at since moving to Fla. service and food were amazing. Will definitely come back. read more

Great experience! Excellent food, huge portions, great service, very clean and awesome atmosphere! They also have a really nice bar area and lots of TVs. I've eaten at many Mexican restaurants over my years and recently found Margarita Island. It is absolutely my new favorite Mexican restaurant. read more

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The food here was outstanding. The chips and queso was delicious. My husband got the chicken enchiladas which were huge and out of this world. I got the shrimp bowl and it was fantastic. The food is all organic and fresh and it shows. We got the pineapple upside down cake, it was warm and had ice cream omg it was sooo good. Mixed berry margarita and blackberry mojito were delish. Very well run, would highly recommend everyone should try it you won't be disappointed!! read more

This was my second visit and this Restaurant is still experiencing the same issues it had on my first visit a good month ago. This is my reason for my three star rating compared to one which will be higher and should I visit again and experience the same problem I will even lower that rating. First of all, the ambience is great. The food is great and once you order it comes out very quickly, but and here's the big problem The minute you walk in your seated and very quickly they will bring you a basket of chips. That's the last UC of anybody regarding taking your order. PppEvery time I've come to this restaurant even though it's been only twice now it's the same issue they drop off the chips and then nobody after a 10 minute wait once again I had to speak up and say is anyone going to take our order? It's not that there weren't any servers because several just walked past us and never offered to take an order. I completely understand that servers have sections to attend to. Once I spoke up and a server showed up he said nobody let him know they had seated anyone in his section. This needs to be addressed by management read more

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I felt like this was truly it happens experience. The menu was basically from Cisco.. Sauces lacked any creativity. No problem it's not bad.. But I would not Race to get there read more

New place to try. Heard about it and had to try it. A great meno with lots to choose from from appetizers to main courses to drinks. I started off with the watermelon margarita. Different sizes. Small large and pitcher. Glad I got the small one. They don't skimp on the booze. Dinner was surf and turf burrito with rice and beans as an extra side. Candyce had tge enchilada suprema both very good and loaded. Dessert was flan. Super rich. Service was excellent. Had Alexander as a waiter and he did a great job Definitely will be back read more

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Decided to try this relatively new restaurant based on good reviews. Started with a margarita - decent but not the best I've had (maybe from a mix?) Service was slow - had to look for a server several times and once even got up to find someone. Restaurant is nice - we sat in the room with windows - bright and sunny. The food was ok - we tried two different burritos - beautifully presented and large portions. Mine was not even lukewarm and I had to send it back to reheat it. read more

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The food at Margarita Island is next level. I got the Shrimp Diablo and it was amazing. Their rice - omg omg omg I need the recipe. It is the best Mexican rice I've ever tasted. The shrimp was perfect. I also had a margarita. Oh my God it was the best margarita I have ever taste it and my many years on this planet. It was not too strong. It did not have too much sour. It was perfection. The service was next level. I waitress was adorable. I know she was adorable with success but OMG I want this child to be my daughter. She was polite. She was kind she was smiling. She was everything you want a waitress. The ambience. Here's a thing I will pay more money for my food if the ambience is there... And it was. This restaurant was next level and I will pay more for my food. If I am happy with the ambience and I was. I need a restaurant is really hard in this economy. Please, if you are in Florida go to this restaurant they deserve to stay open. Their food is that good. Their service is that good read more

Good food. No too expensive. Great service . Nice ambience. No wait. Would go again. They seemed to manage a large party very well with 2 waiters! read more

My Finance' & I went here for Dinner Saturday Night: 3/19/26 Ambiance is 100% but would " Dim the Lights as a Recommendation..., Food flavor was 100% Our Server Derek G. was another 100% & more for Overall Great Service, Great Personality! This guy should be an Actor in Hollywood! Friendly, Love how he Knew the Menu & asked Questions to find out what we liked or give Great Suggestions!! Excellent Employee! Above & Beyond! I would truly go back if I was in that Area again!! Seth & Tricia read more

We decided to try out Margarita Island since rain was in the forecast. We were greeted by a friendly young lady that seated us in a booth which we requested. Our server Chance bought us dinnerware and took our drink order. We ordered a pitcher of margaritas on the rocks. He was quick to leave the table, I was going to ask a couple questions (being our first time there) but he was gone so I wasn't able to. When he came back he took our food order, I wanted the appetizer Carne Asada fries, my husband ordered the Carne Asada. When our plates were brought out...mine was huge and it did look delicious! I really wasn't expecting such a big serving for an appetizer but it was delicious! My husband said his was very good too, presentation was great but whole onions were a bit hard to cut. Unfortunately our server was more concerned with how my husband was, he actually asked him twice if he wanted any dessert, never asked me. Just a FYI to the servers who think the man pays the bill, they don't! Maybe you should treat each and every guest as they are paying the bill and leaving the tip!. This is really a loud restaurant with music playing which we really like as well as have sports on tv's they have. Food was good, drinks good, as I said our server... Could have been a 5 ... read more

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Our server, Clover, was great. Recommended drinks and dishes. Came by quite often to check on us. Food recommendations were delicious, our margaritas were very good. Restaurant decor was vibrant and entertaining. Next time we're in town, we'll be back. Thank you Clover, you're awesome read more

The service is phenomenal! Food as well. Presentation is over the top and we loved it! The prettiest decorated Mexican restaurant I have ever been in! read more

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Inside decor is outrageous Huge party size booths Great selection Fantastic beach side location Many size drinks Huge menu AC is out I'm sure it will be fixed soon read more

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Love it here. The ceviche loaded with shrimp and margaritas are to die for. Derek is amazing. The atmosphere is fun and classy. read more

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~Met friends for lunch~ 'd the ambience ‼ Inside is huge & super tropical & colorful! We had Erika & even though it was her second day. She was fabulous ‼ We got fishbowl margaritas, the appetizer Mexican corn, steak fajitas & beef/shrimp . Everything was D'LISH. We WILL BE BACK & will definitely ask for Erika. read more

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We had a great meal in a great atmosphere. We shared the fajitas. It was so much food. We are from Texas and good Mexican food is hard to come by elsewhere, but this was so good. Our waitress was excellent, very attentive and ready with refills. I would highly recommend it. read more

This was a pleasant surprise! There are not many good restaurants in Ormond Beach but this blew me away! Also very picky!We sat at the bar, friendly and quick service. They just opened this week so I wasn't sure what to expect. The inside of the restaurant is gorgeous! Very tropical and beautifully designed. Fits right in by the beach. I got a watermelon margarita which was delicious, and chicken fajitas. My husband got the steak fajitas. Very fresh!! Also large portions great value for the money. I asked for the homemade habanero sauce and loved it (very spicy)! Go there soon if you have not! We will be regulars :) read more

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Great atmosphere with excellent service and attention to detail. Christopher was very attentive, and the food came out quickly and fresh. Definitely a place I'd return to! read more

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Seriously the worst Mexican food I have ever had. I ordered the chili rellenos. The only part that was good was the cheese I scraped out of the inside. The batter was spongy, like old dry white bread cut thick and then wrapped around the chili, then deep fried. The chili itself tasted green, like raw. It needed to be roasted first. The red sauce was a cross between marinara and enchilada sauce. The rice had peas and carrots in it!! Why do Mexican and Chinese restaurants in this country put peas and carrots in their rice?? You know back home they don't do that! Just sad and disappointed. Way too pricey for the quality. read more

My second visit here, now my New Mexican restaurant Food always fresh and tasty, staff friendly, service great with a smile, ambiance inviting, clean and fun. Thanks Margarita Island you're worth every dollar and more read more

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This is the 4th time I went. I have yet to have a bad meal. Service was great and food was outstanding!

Excellent service and absolutely delicious food. Highly recommend! The pineapple fajitas were cooked perfectly and had a beautiful presentation. read more

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Amazing restaurant with interactive drinks and entrées. Definitely a great place to come with your family. Christopher was our server and was great with us. read more

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2nd visit and just as good as the first. Tried the frozen maragarita this time and it was just as good as on the rocks. Best Mexican restaurant I n Ormond. A must try! Great atmosphere, food and drinks. read more

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Shout out to Derek G bartender for the awesome service he provided during dinner. He makes the best margaritas too!!

Beautiful place and the servers were so attentive. We will be going there a lot. Food was delicious.