Overall 2.5 Stars - Explanation below…read more A local and staple establishment that has been around for over 10 years in Philadelphia, MS. It has been years since I've been here and we went there for lunch cuz the other Mexican restaurant was closed on Tuesday. Ambiance 3 Stars - a large dining area when you enter through the double-glass doors. You are greeted by the host to one of the many tables or booths. The area is broken into two sections: a smaller dining space that has at least twenty tables and the much larger main dining area where there more booths and large tables. The art deco is your typical Hispanic decoration and they are nice and cute. Not too gaudy. Service - 3 stars: our server was pleasant and professional. However she was tired and was responsible with many tables. She wrote and verified our orders. The drinks arrived within 5 minutes. The supporting staff were professional and helped when needed. The food arrived 20 minutes afterwards due to the lunch rush. Food: 1 - 2 Stars Out of respect, I didn't take any pictures of other entrees except my own. Salsa 1 star and Chips 2.5 stars The salsa was not appetizing at all. The tomatoes and herbs had a funky taste and I asked the other people's opinion on it too. They all agree with my assessment. It tasted like a can of "stewed tomatoes" blended to a liquid matter to become "salsa". The chips were a lot better and we enjoyed our basket until the entrees arrived. I had the Lunch Beef Chimichanga w beans. 2 Stars. I asked for the queso Blanca as a side. I don't like my chimi to be drowned in queso. The dish came w lettuce, guacamole and sour cream. The chimi's fillings were shredded beef, queso, and beans. Beans - 1 star Before I tried the chimi, I scooped up a healthy load of beans with my chips and I gagged on the salty beans. Fortunately I had my tea to swallow to cleanse my mouth. Now for the chimichanga. 2 stars Presentation wise, the chimichanga looked good and I was ready to dive into it. The tortilla's outside crust was flaky and golden brown. The guacamole was on one side and the lettuce on the other side. However, when I took the first bite, my expectation went from "high to low" upward smiley face to downward smily face. It was salty, salty, salty. The cheese and beef couldn't hide the amount of salt that was in the beans. Even the guacamole and sour cream couldn't help it. I asked the other members of the party and they said their food was salty too. Half of the party ate their food and I ate most of the chimichanga. Saving grace was the sour cream, lettuce and guacamole. I didn't touch the beans. Because of the busy lunch crowd and getting back to work, I forgot to mention to management and our server on the salty beans. That was my fault because I believe we should respectfully and calmly explain our disappointment with the food. As a previous professional in the restaurant industry I believe professional criticism is a sign to improve on an area of weakness. I am my own worst critic when I make my own food. Now would I come back again, I don't know. Can I recommend this place? The ambiance, server and staff were decent and I would if I was getting a drink instead of food. But for now, I don't recommend Old Mexico, however this is my own personal opinion. There are many loyal customers of Old Mexico and they may know something that I don't. Send me a comment if you have experienced Good or Bad food. Also, is there another restaurant I should try in Philly?

Nothing to brag about this place except for the service. The food was not good at all. It had a…read moresmell to it like some sort of cleaning product. Chips and salsa wasn't that good either. Texas Mexican food has spoiled me I guess.

I ate there last night the place was packed after the tree lighting downtown. The staff was moving…read moreand we had our food without a long wait. We didn't have just one server. We had several all the staff we needed. I had my usual shrimp burrito and it was great with black beans and mashed potatoes. I'll be back.

Great menu and service, a friendly welcome that makes you feel at home. The food was the best along…read morewith a margarita that can't be beat.

The service was excellent! They were quick getting our drinks out to us, taking our order, keeping…read moreour drinks full, and our food was prepared quick and very well. That all being said, they did seem to be extremely slow for a Friday night. That did not keep them from preparing a fine dish of shrimp enchiladas with rice and beans! Ok, overall atmosphere here is usually really pleasant. It is good for a date or for the family. Very clean looking and smelling in the dining area also in the restrooms. If you are from out of town and Old Mexico is busy try this place the menus are basically twins and usually not as busy.

Decided to grab some street tacos (Barbacoa, Carnitas, Chorizo, & Fish) from Laredo Grill today and…read moreman were they good!!!

We eat here about twice a month. Door is always tasty and hot. Most of the time we do takeout and…read moreit is always ready on just minutes. I try to order different stuff but I have to admit I'm sort of stuck on the shrimp burrito which is always great. My wife usually has the chicken fajitas. And always like it. The servers are always friendly and fast. I'll be back.

They reuse the salsa from the tables. When I was waiting for my order to be taken, I noticed the…read moresalsa bottles were reused after the tables were cleaned. While I believe many places do that, I think it is nasty, as you never know what the people did.

Food quality has gone down. My wife and I both have MSG headaches after our meal…read more 18 months ago, this was an authentic Mexican food experience, but now the only thing authentic was the habanero hot sauce. Beans and rice were too salty. We used to highly recommend Don Cheques, but no more. Now, we're back looking for real Mexican food (minus MSG).

Food was great good flavor !!! Service was exceptional…read morecould not be better and the atmosphere was great !!!

I love the staff, the food and the drinks. Never been disappointed and we've tried just about the…read morewhole menu. It's our Friday after work spot.

The food was so good and that's what makes you want to keep returning for more. The ambience is top…read morenotch and the service was also very good.

Favorite restaurant in town! Food is always delicious and served fresh and fast. The servers make…read moresure to keep your drinks full and fresh baskets of chips at all times. Everyone is super friendly and you can never go wrong choosing to eat here.

This place has always been amazing. The staff is fantastic and checks on you 24/7 for refills etc…read more The food is always ready fairly quickly unless it's packed. By far my favorite mexican restaurant. The food is also great