From the outside, you'd never know that such a nice, authentic Mexican experience awaits you inside this unpretentious little joint situated roughly halfway between Eglinton and Davisville subway stations on Yonge Street. Upon entering, we were greeted with a warm smile and were told we could seat ourselves - which we did, in a cozy booth, surrounded by Mexican decoration on the walls and even the tabletops. So far so good - and the delicious aromas emanating from the kitchen plus tasteful Mexican music added to the great first impression this place creates. Anticipation for the meal was running high by this point. Service was prompt, efficient and very friendly - we had drinks and chips with guacamole within 5 minutes of sitting down. The guacamole, by the way, was deliciously buttery and arrived in a mortar and pestle - extra bonus points for the nice presentation. The menu selections were well thought out, clearly explained and un-fancy - which is exactly right for this kind of place. We weren't looking for some pretentious chef's interpretation of Mexican - we wanted actual Mexican food! Ordered the Mole de Pollo - which came quickly if simply presented (but again, not complaining - nice and simple does it when the food tastes this good). The portion size, while initially looking a bit small, turned out to be exactly right: the chicken came with a small salad, refried beans and - the only knock against this place - some Uncle Bens-ish looking rice. Still, the combination of flavours was great, so really, thumbs up. The bill was maybe a tiny bit expensive (dinner for 2 with 2 soft drinks & 1 beer was $53), but the place reminded me so fondly of my time exploring Mexico (the non-touristy parts) that I didn't mind forking over the dough. You know when you sit down to dine somewhere new and everything goes so right that you know as soon as you get home you're going to Yelp the shit out of that place because you want everyone to know how awesome it was? Well, I just got home from Mariachi's and here I am. And I can't wait to go back. PS There's TWO patios - one out front on Yonge and a secret one in back... read more

Mariachi is a Mexican restaurant with a simple Mexican decor, dimmed lights, and a calm and casual atmosphere. They have a front and back patio, but I opted for the booths inside which I did regret because of the spider webs hanging over my head from the ceiling. Mariachi's menu had Mexican seafood, meat and vegetarian options. I've tried the quesadilla tapatia ($10.95) and pollo poblano ($13.95). Both dishes were served with rice and salad. The food took a while to come and when it did come my table all agreed that the portions were tiny, especially the rice and salad. You get about three tablespoons of rice and a baby handful of tasteless salad. The main dish itself was good but nothing special. Also, it doesn't fill you up. Desserts were really yummy but overpriced for what they were. I've had the churros and platanos machos- both $5.50 each and not that big in size. The churros were hot crispy pastry fingers with caramel and half a strawberry- really filling. The plantanos machos were cooked bananas with cream and honey and way too sweet and soggy. The service here is friendly but very slow even though the restaurant was almost empty. Half way through our meal a sweet 11 year old boy took over and provided better service. Overall, Mariachi's food is okay- it's nothing special and they could improve on their portions. Also the service is very slow which can put a downer to any dining experience. I also didn't find the restaurant too clean as I found dust around my table and spider webs on the walls. Personally, I would not recommend this place. read more

Went here this afternoon for lunch with a friend who wanted to try it out. I like the inside of this place, its authentic and has a certain charm in a non corny way. We sat in one of the booths and no sign of spider webs thankfully :) My friend order a chicken dish with a sauce containing 40 ingredients. I wish I could tell you what it was called but if you go you will know which one. I ordered a shrimp dish with spicy chipotle sauce. The service was good and the food was explained well when asked for the waiter to recommend a dish Food took a reasonable amount of time to come out but if you saw the kitchen with the one chef you would know why. Now down to the food, both dishes tasted great BUT the portions were too small. Therefore this place lost two stars simply because I walked out still hungry! No Bueno :( A hungry Bobby is a sad Bobby read more

Awful food. We were a group of 15, she handed us 2 bills and said we could wait 3-5 minutes while our sever finished her dinner if we wanted separate bills. She then told us we should have told her we wanted separate bills before dinner.... Awful service. Don't go here. We won't be back. read more

The food is quite good. The ambiance is great. Depending on what you order the portions can be quite sizable. I used to regularly eat here and refer my friends here. We've had many birthdays here and it's great. I will no longer refer anyone to this restaurant because they rush you out the door to get the next person seated. This has happened the past 3 times I've gone and it embarrassed me the last time because I had referred an entire group of 12 people. This ruins a great dining experience and has changed me from a regular to a detractor. read more

After having visited a number of mexican restaurants in Toronto, i was baffled at how few good mexican restaurants Toronto really has. I can't even recall the number of times that i got up from a $20-$30 dinner from a nice mexican restaurant and thought about hitting up taco bell to quench that thirst for the perfect mexican meal. Over time, i have learnt that what i was looking for was more of a tex-mex restaurant, kinda like sneaky dees which is amazing for those types of foods. When it comes to actual mexican food though, i think Mariachi's is the real deal. You start with a very satisfying guacamole dip that will leave you questioning whether or not you even want to order an entree or scrap that idea and replace it with a stomach ache full of guac! Four of us went and each tried something different off of the dinner menu, after sampling everyone's food i was shocked to see that all of the food was actually really good. Also noteworthy is the hot sauce. Only available upon request, but coming from a pakistani/indian...its spicey...and its good spicey! Not frank's spicey, but the kind that goes really well wtih mexican food. With a live mariachi band, a nice patio, and a delightful drink menu, this restaurant makes for a very nice date place. Fair prices (under $20), good tasting food with quality ingredients. Portions were fair and there was nothing but happy faces in this establishment! A great addition to the Yonge and Eglington area and finally a sit-down mexican restaurant worthy of taking your family or date to. read more

Yey Mexican food! I am a big fan, so when a friend of mine suggested we go to a Mexican restaurant that made authentic Mexican food, I had no choice but to say YES! I loved it. The decor was cute and the people working there were super nice. Our table was very well taken care of at all times. The food itself was extremely satisfying. I tried pickled cactus. It was a first for me. It had that strange taste to it where you're not sure if you love it or not, but your body quickly gets used to the taste and soon wants it more. Kind of like olives. I also had the chicken fajitas with tons of guacamole and I stole a whole bunch of stuff from my friends (burritos, taquitos, enchiladas). All of it was mmmm. I will return. read more

Mariachi's is a cozy little Mexican restaurant just south of Eglinton station. We can here for lunch and it didn't take long at all to get a table. The price-to-portion ratio is really good! So much food for less than $10! I got the Canadian Tire combo which had seafood (shrimp and crab) but I think next time, I would go for the beef. We also got guacamole and chips, which was good (but not amazing). Just a quick tip about the hot sauce - even though its not red, its really hot! read more

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Friendly service, reasonable prices however chips and salsas should included like at every other Mexican restaurant. read more

Mariachi's Restaurant - Mexican Near Me - Toronto, Ontario

There aren't too many well-known Mexican restaurants in Toronto. At least not any I am aware of. So when I found out about Mariachi's, I was excited about going. This place is fairly small. There's a patio in the back. The inside is a little dark and dingy, but it feels authentic. They give you a basket of nachos with salsa, which is quite delish. We ordered the veggie fajitas which were really surprisingly big. I think enough for two people, but I'm sure one person could finish them up. The servers were friendly, but they weren't that attentive, it wasn't even that busy the day we went. read more

We went with my children to this restaurant and the service was good but the food was mediocre and heavily priced for the value. I ordered a cheese melt, and got more sausage than cheese and the cheese was cheddar (this dish is not done with cheddar). For $40 dollars per person without alcoholic beverages, one would expect so much more. It was 7 pm and the place was empty. Very disappointed. We won't go back! read more

I was at "El Mariachis" this evening for dinner with a friend and it was both our first time eating there even though it's located in my friend's neighborhood. The atmosphere was pleasant but I didn't feel like I was in a real mexican restaurant. Besides having the name of the items on the menu in Spanish and the staff being Hispanic, I still felt like there was something missing in the whole "Mexican" experience. I had a veal steak with rice,beans and a side salad. I was surprise at how small the rice portion was because it was the size of an ice cream scoop and I didn't have enough to mix with my black beans. The side salad was okay but the highlight of the meal was the veal steak which I really enjoyed but it's unfortunate that it was the only thing that I liked on my meal. I would defintely come back to this place because it's a great place to bring a date or or to catch up with friends but I might have to ask for extra portion of the side dishes because I was still hungry when I left the restaurant. read more

I have been a fan of Mariachi's since they started 12 years ago. The Franchise restaurants have their place. but there is nothing like a Restaurant Run by family who take great pride in what they are making and serving. I have always found them to be very friendly, helpful, 12 years ago I found their meals to be genuine compared to most of what was available at the time. Tonight I went back for my birthday, and thought it was about time I wrote a review on my Favorite Mexican restaurant in Toronto. We all had something different. I love the sizzling Mariachi's Fajitas, I prefer the mix of beef and chicken , done just right. I have had the Carne a la Michoacana Grilled strips of sirloin finished with a tequila and ranchera sauce. Very good! Very casual and relaxed evening, with great service, they brought out the sombrero and sang happy birthday at the end of the evening. The others with our party had never been, and were very happy to find a real Mexican resturant, that is not another chain, and were happy to have found a new place to eat.. read more

Great vibe! My table of four ordered lime margaritas and beers, chips with guacamole, chorizo & chicken enchiladas and pork tacos for dinner and all were fabulous! For dessert we shared the fried ice cream and the churros (these were a little doughy then I've had in the past, but still good). It is a casual scene and I can't wait to go back! read more

Mariachi's Restaurant - Mexican Near Me - Toronto, Ontario

This is my Mexico in Toronto! Ever since I came back from my most memorable gastronomical adventures in Mexico 5 years ago, I have become a big fan of Mexican cuisine, its flavors, and tantalizing spices. From its chocolate chicken (mole) to my new favorite vegetable, nopales (cactus), Mexico has become one of my favorite destinations to visit. When not in Mexico, Mariachi is my Mexico. Specializing in authentic Mexican cuisine, I highly recommend their Mix platters for appetizers and meat and seafood combos. This way, you get the best of everything. Beverage wise, their Margaritas and Sangria's are not to be missed! Don't leave home without a shot of their house Tequila! read more

I went to Mariachi's based on previous Yelp reviews. I had the "East L.A.," which is a chicken chimichanga and beef burrito entree, with guacamole as an appetizer. I found the guacomole to be a little bland, and the chicken dry. The beef burrito had good flavor. Overall, the service was very prompt, and our meals were served promptly, and for $12 the entree was worth it. read more

Went there with my coworkers for lunch and it was good. The ambience of the place is cute with Mexican music playing in the background They had great service, polite and friendly staff which is always great! The guacamole was deliciously amazing. For the main course I ordered the taco special (beef), it wasn't too bad. I did ask for a side of sour cream and it tasted a little off, which I wasn't too happy about. I love my sour cream with tacos! The other thing that I wasn't too pleased with was the smell of the restaurant, it did smell a little funky. Overall, not bad for a small restaurant! read more

Food was very good. The cactus and shrimp was my fav I could eat the sauce on anything. I had the 3 tacos as a main, it was good but I am sorry I wasn't more adventurous like I was with the appetizer. The waiter brought the appetizer with the main course and when we pointed out that we wanted separate he mumble some excuse. It couldn't be that he was too busy because one of the waitress was more helpful and was able to pick up the slack. Everyone has a bad day and for that reason I would go back there are so many dishes I would like to try. read more

Great guac, tasty and filling entrees, yummy margaritas and sangria, front patio seating....not too shabby! I've eaten here a bunch of times and I've never been disappointed. True it's not as good as Frida (Eglinton west) or El Trompo (Kensington) or La Carnita (College St) but it's a solid choice for a Yonge-and-Eg Mexican meal. read more

Love this place! I come here almost every week after work for food and drinks. Great cocktails, and great selection of food!

Great margaritas! Homemade Quacamole - YUM! Family run, authentic Mexican restaurant just south of Young & Eg. Decent food selection and unique sharing platters. Only gave it 3 stars because the quality of the food has varied from visit to visit. Some times its excellent and sometimes its just ok. Its never been bad however, which is why I still go back time and time again. read more

The food there is amazing, and I'm a fan of this place now :) The Guacamole and Corn Tortillas are the must to order!!! Overall, the food is amazing there and I will definitely go back for another round. read more

Came with a group of friends for dinner, drinks and chats... The people who own/run this place are adorable. They're not the quickest, but they certainly try! They love taking photos for you. A lot- we must have at least a dozen photos from different angles of us having a laugh. I didn't have one, but apparently the margaritas are awesome. Strawberry, an line are the most popular- but apparently the mango and guava are good too. My friend and I ordered this: Parillada- Our Mexican Ranch style platter feeds two with a variety of grilled meats para dos - including steak, chorizo and chicken. On the side, we include a variety of sauces, refried beans, guacamole and corn tortillas,. This dish does need a little more preparation time, but once it's served, you'll forget that there was ever a wait! $37.95 The steak was literally unedible- it was a large flat piece of fat. We gave it to one of the meat eaters at the table and he couldn't find any meat on it either. The chicken was delicious and lean. We didn't eat much of the chorizo. It came with a little chicken burrito and a little beef burrito. They were both delicious. The beans were yummy- and so was the rice. I wouldn't order it again- but I'd come back and try something else. It's a fun place and the people make it worth the visit. read more

This place is just ok. I go there often because it's close to my office. There aren't any really amazing Mexican places in Toronto anyway. The guacamole is a bit bland, in my opinion. But it is pure and unadulterated. No fillers like mayo or sour cream, which ruin the texture. I add a little of the complimentary red sauce and I'm happy. The chips are great! The servers don't all speak perfect English, so they've screwed up my order a few times. I love enchiladas, but one time they brought it in a creamy green sauce and I don't like cream sauce. Also, don't bother paying the extra $2 for white meat. Last time, the meat came burnt. It completely ruined the meal. I stopped ordering the enchiladas because they can never seem to get them right. I think $14 for a dark meat enchilada is very expensive (the prices are higher than the website suggests). The steak fajitas tasted great. But the meat is low quality and overcooked. Very chewy. Not tender. But the flavour is good if you're not a texture person. The shrimp and cactus is not a meal. The shrimp are very, very tiny. They were a bit overcooked (seems to be a theme). Once again, the flavor was great. Just wasn't much food and I was hoping for larger, perfectly cooked shrimp. The drinks are SO EXPENSIVE! Watch out! A mango daiquiri is $7 (and I don't think there is as much alcohol as they claim) and they charge alcohol tax AFTER! Ends up being about $8.50 a drink plus tip. It's delicious, though. And yes, I am spoiled. I've been to Mexico twice and I've eaten real street food there. I've also had amazing Tex-mex by the Gulf in Florida. I have not found anything in Toronto that even comes close. read more

Their home-made habanero hot sauce is AMAZING. I believe they sell it...but call ahead, as they often run out and re-stock weekly. Staff are friendly, and accommodated my friend's keto-diet (happy to switch rice out for salad) . Food was yummy, great place to bring friends and family to relax and get a good bite :) read more

We were in the mood for Mexican and had always walked or drove by this location. We decided to finally give it a shot and were not disappointed. The location is small but has a authentic feel about that stands or among other local restaurants. We had a guacamole, chips and a few tacos for an appetizer and both had great flavour and came pretty quick to our table. The chips for the guacamole were still warm. We had a few main courses. Fajitas were a stand out with a zesty tomato sauce as the base. Over all great experience, large portions and classic authentic Mexican feel. We will absolutely go back! read more

A family-run gem in the heart of midtown! Mariachi's is the real deal when it comes to Mexican food -- not to slander any of the tens of mexican-hipster joints popping up all of the city, but they ain't got nothin' on these authentic mexican flavours! Highly recommend their guac+chips, fajitas, tacos, and burritos... but I would imagine all the food to be great! Also try their Palomas -- awesome cocktail with grapefruit juice and tequila! Expert tip: sit in the rear patio which is absolutely beautiful and tucked away from the business of Yonge street! read more

Low quality and over-priced, not a good combination. I ordered Cancun, which is supposed to be fish and seafood burrito combo, but they are filled with low quality bad tasting imitation crab meat stick you can get tons of those frozen from Costco, 1 piece of small shrimp on each burrito, no fish like the description on the menu. Very disappointed. One good thing about this place is an interesting interior. Missing Asada read more

I've been to Mariachi's several times, with different groups of people, and always had a great time. The interior is fun- bright colors and dim lights that are cozy during the cooler months of the year. The back patio is small but an enjoyable spot to enjoy a tasty margarita or daquiri during patio season, and there is also an outdoor seating area on Yonge street that's great for people watching on a nice day. The food is tasty, authentic Mexican cuisine. I've especially enjoyed the chorizo burritos. The guacamole is also delicious and a good way to start a meal. Although I've seen others complain about the portions I have never left hungry- either they've fixed the problem with portions or I'm just not as hungry as others! Service is great and the people are very friendly. However the service can be a bit slow sometimes- nothing I would ever complain about but perhaps not the perfect place to eat if you're in a big rush. read more

Mariachi's is one of my go-to restaurants. The staff are always so friendly, the drinks are delicious (we usually get a pitcher of sangria - pricey, but lots of booze!) and the food is fantastic. Highly recommend the flautas as a starter - crispy, topped with the right amount of sour cream, cheese, tomatoes and guac. I usually get the pork tacos, which have the right amount of spice balanced out with pineapple. The hot sauce is homemade and amazing (very spicy). You can buy bottles of it to take home, which many of my friends do after having it for the first time. read more

The food is pretty good, the margarita is 5 stars. I tried the fajitas, enchiladas, burritos and everything is pretty good but definitely the best part of every visit is a pitcher of margarita read more

been there a couple times just before the lockdown staff great food fresh and hot .....lots of fun and it doesn't break the bank!! read more

Love this place. Great atmosphere and the food is incredible! Best Guac in the city! Reasonably priced and centrally located. I have yet to have a bad meal or experience here. Looking forward to returning. read more

Dear fellow reviewers: this is not real Mexican food...it's not even particularly good food. This place commits what, in my mind, is the greatest possible sin in so-called "Mexican" cooking:: the "beef" is ground beef. Mexican food is all about the meat--the texture and flavor of thoughtfully prepared steak, pork, or chicken. Here, the "beef" wasn't slices of grilled steak but little mysterious bits of ground beef floating in sauce. It was like eating trashy American food--if I wanted a sloppy joe, I'd go to a cheap diner. The chicken, on the hand, was dry and flavorless. Second strike: canned salsas. Mexican food isn't particularly complicated, and its success rests on using fresh ingredients, particularly vegetables. My burrito was smothered in a canned-tasting sauce with little bits of canned of vegetables. If I wanted supermarket Mexican, I'd visit my mother (Mom: sorry, though I do love you). Finally, the dishes are served with rice and salad....yes, salad...not beans. There is nothing better than the way that rice and beans mix together with each other and the other food on the plate. But this place isn't really Mexican food, so why would they even bother to provide beans? In fairness, the food was edible but mediocre, but it's not Mexican. read more

We ordered the chorizo quesadilla (comes with a small amount of rice and pickled cabbage salad) had almost a cinnamon taste to it (roughly $15) Also the combo that came with a beef burrito and chimichanga (roughly $15). Also, I don't understand why they added a ton of large cubed potatoes and cubed carrots... The seats felt filthy (cloth seats felt dated and looks like they were not cleaned), waitress took forever to come, food was over priced for the portions given. On a positive note, they nailed the whole Mexican ambiance, felt like I was in Cancun. Overall I probably wouldn't come back, they don't even provide complimentary chips with dip. read more

It's hard to compare to the sangria served on the cobble-stone streets of Seville in Spain... but Mariachi's sangria comes close!! On a warm summer night, pull up a seat on their small outdoor patio and watch the world go by in the Yonge & Eglinton neighborhood. Soak up the alcohol with some homemade guacamole and nachos and pretend, for a moment, that you're somewhere more tropical! The main courses: burritos, tacos and fajitas are delicious and affordable. As far as Mexican food goes, this is some of the best our city has to offer. read more

Walked into this cozy place on a cold winter evening. The ambiance was warm and welcoming. We were welcomed by a smiling server who seated us in a booth. Ordered the Queso Fundido for the table and a bunch of spicy enchiladas and tapas. The Cheesy Fundido was tasty indeed. For that price point, I expected it to serve 3 but it was barely enough for one. The enchiladas and tapas were delectable. Overall, tasty food but small portions. read more

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This was a excellent choice for dinner great authentic Mexican cuisine,atmosphere was as I recalled from Tulum Mexico :) the sweetest waitress and waiter, and of course the traditional margarita an absolute must have! If your missing Mexico this is the place to go xoxo read more

It's rare that I give 1 star for a restaurant. Thats how bad it was. Food tasted awful, overpriced, Sangria tasted like juice with barely any alcohol or fruits, and didnt feel the restaurant was clean. Will not be returning. read more

Growing up in Southern California I tend to know good Mexican food when I taste it. Mariachis, is the best I've come across up here in good ol' Canada. From the decor to the menu everything is pretty authentic. We started out with the queso fundido, a personal favorite of mine back home and boy it did not disappoint, melted cheese with chorizo and served with flour tortillas is a great way to start off your meal. For my entree I had the chicken fajitas, they were amazing served piping hot still on the skillet like they should be and all the fixin's on the side. And what Mexican meal isn't complete with out a Patron Margarita? Dinner for 2 including a shared appetizer and 2 patron margaritas came to $58 pretty reasonable considering all of the food we had. all in all this cozy neighbourhood spot satisfies the authentic cravings of home that I miss. read more