Really a 3.5 but there wasn't a real reason to round down. Came here with some locals for a mid weekday lunch. The menu had a ton of options. They brought out the chips and salsa immediately after we were seated. The salsa came in a decorative jar for the table to pour into a little dish that we each got. The chips were fine, but not warm at all (if that's your thing). But, they made sure that when they got low to bring our table a fresh basket and more salsa. I had a chicken burrito with rice. It wasn't too bad...just not as good as I get down in Texas. Keeping in mind that I was no where near Mexico, I'd say that it was good for a northern state, and I wouldn't say no to dining here again. read more

This was the most disgusting restaurant I have ever been in. Filthy, terrible food, terrible service. Seriously the worst food I have ever been served in any restaurant ever before in my entire life. read more

I ordered a lime blended margarita it tasted like vinegar and I tried to order a Chile relleno but the waitress did not understand what I was asking.... So I got a vegetarian enchiladas the tortilla tasted very old ... service was good . read more

I hadn't eaten here in several years and tonight the food was amazing! This restaurant has a similar menu to a restaurant in my current town, but the flavor of the food was far better than the one we have. The service was decent and the people were friendly. Would definitely return for the amazing food! read more

Food was fairly good with large portions. Wait staff was cold. Bathroom was pretty disgusting and the whole place is getting ran down. Fair food for the money but there are better options out there. read more

This is our go to for a sit down Mexican restaurant in town. Chips and salsa are great. I get the house special soup every time. My wife gets the chili Verde, which is definitely our favorite dish on the menu. My daughter gets the cheese steak, which is carne asada and queso served with a flour tortilla on the side. The queso is also great. read more

Haven't been there in a while due to poor service and food was mediocre. Hopefully improved since my last visit four years ago.

first time coming to this restaurant and they gave me bad service, they kept giving attitude when they would come up to my table, the waitreses looked mad the whole time I was there. read more

Okay, now if you're looking for an authentic Mexican or Tex-Mex style fare, look no further than the Mazatlan Mexican Restaurant in Aberdeen, SD! You will find a pleasantly calming south of the border ambiance within a family friendly clean dining room. You have your selection of 4X4 tables or booths. You'll see a perfect mix of iconic Mexican décor, hear lively ethnic music with an overall inviting atmosphere with a warm feeling. There is a full bar and a party room. You can even look into the kitchen and see the menu items take their shape. Mazatlan's menu has so many options it would take hundreds visits to appreciate the breadth and depth of flavors offered. The quality of food is crisp and fresh. Lettuces, fish, shrimp meat, sauce all have the proper smell, texture and freshness as I would expect. Service? I have been to some of the finest restaurants in our vast nation and served by hundreds of people. In my book, the Mazatlan servers are top notch. I have eaten here many, many times and not once have I had any problems. When we moved to Minneapolis we went on a search for a Mexican restaurant with the caliber and quality as the Mazatlan, and still have not found one. Way to go Mazatlan! Time to branch out east of the border! read more

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I might update this review if I make it out here again. I went here today for lunch, I have tried the other mexican spot Guadalajara and while the servers were friendly there the food was just alright. I liked the interior of this place and would really like to try one of their margaritas so I might come back another day of the week when they are having their margarita special. The waiter was pretty friendly and he was speaking to me in spanish even though I am not spanish I can understand and speak enough to get by, and I do feel that he got a bit friendlier and more helpful because of that. Their menu is pretty extensive and the prices are very reasonable, I am pretty indecisive so I just asked the waiter what he likes. He liked steak and seafood alot and I figured I'd try their ribeye special. It was served on a sizzling platter and fried so my stomach is still reeling from it but it wasnt that bad and the beans and rice were OK. I'd try something different if I came back here, this place would be fun if you go with a large group of people as well. And the parking does kind of suck but there is enough off street parking if you dont mind walking just a bit. read more

Worst freaking Mexican restaurant I have ever been to. Told a friend of my experience and they too had a bad experience and also got food poisoning pretty bad from here. Guadalajara profoundly better. Move Guadalajara to this location and move Mazatlan the hell out of this town. We ready have enough shifty restaurants in this town, especially up and down main St. read more

Enjoy this Mexican restaurant in Aberdeen, SD very much. The food is well prepared and more authentic Mexican than is often the case in the US. The staff is very friendly - a family, I think - and always welcoming. Looking forward to eating there again next week!! read more

When traveling around the world, I find it a personal mission to find decent Mexican food. I've struck out everywhere in Europe, and as for the U.S. it seems the farther you get from the border states, the less authentic the food is. For being so close to Canada, Aberdeen didn't seem to hold much promise until I found Mazatlan. Great food and margaritas like I know from Los Angeles. That, and decent pricing makes this a notable stop for lunch or dinner. Atmosphere is pretty good too. Its not on the main stretch of town, but its not far from the center of things. Waiter, bring me another margie please!!! read more

I have to agree with the other reviews. It's not bad there, only eaten there a few times and both were good food and even better margaritas. They have this sauce there that is scrumptious! This place is definitely better than wannabe Mexican restaurant Guadalajara's. The only thing to 1/2 way complain about is the parking, but...a short walk (as long as it's not blizzarding out) never did anyone any harm. read more

I've tried this place four times now. I keep going back because it gets great reviews here on Yelp, and with a lot of people I know. But it's just not good at all. I've tried several things and gone with groups who had a variety of things. It's all basically flavorless. The chips have even been stale the last two trips. I've given up on the place and don't recommend it. I was going to give two stars for the service, but the last two visits, the service was really, REALLY slow and not all that friendly, so I guess they lose on that aspect, too. read more

We sat in the back because it felt more like a cantina. Dos Equis on tap is a good start, giant cold steins! Stellar margaritas. Went with the carnitas. Mind blown. Chili Rellenos are unbelievable. This place rocks, my favorite place in Aberdeen. I had a blast. read more

Mazatlan Mexican Restaurant - Steakhouses Near Me - Aberdeen, South Dakota

This place has the most flavorful food. It's located in an out of the way location and the building is not fanciful but who cares when you get a large bowl of complimentary chips and salsa. Always great service and tasty Mexican food. read more

This restaurant has the worst service, it took about 30 minutes to order and another 30 minutes to get our food. There were people who came in after us and they managed to get their orders in and received their food before we even placed our orders. Once I got my shrimp burrito, I found a hair in my food. My friend next to me got two chicken tacos and her chicken was cold (cold like it came straight out of the refrigerator). Overall, the food quality is horrible. If you want Mexican food in Aberdeen, I would suggest going to Qdoba or Guadalajara. read more

I do really miss my Mexican food that was available to me while living in Denver Denver 17 years. Once a family member took us to Mazatlan and I was pleasantly surprised that even though I'm in Aberdeen SD at least one place does it right! read more

Love, love, love! This place has got to be my favorite when it comes to Mexican restaurants. I have never heard a bad experience here and my food, always comes out perfect. The portions are large so I always have leftovers which is nice. Definitely would recommend to anybody looking for somewhere new to try. read more

Great selections for Lunch and Dinner. The wall art in this place is worth the visit. Margarita's are second to none. Very friendly,the owner/manager makes his round and checks your status. I will be back,sorry it took me so long to make it down. read more

Don't take out ... Tacos are soggy when they get eaten at home.

Great food! I love the chips and salsa they serve as a free appetizer! The food is always very good and very hot! They also have ambient decor and full bar. read more

Great lunch menu and outstanding dinners! The food has always been exceptional and the staff is very friendly. I am a fan of their combo plates, where they select 3-4 items that go very well together without having to order things separately (though there is an option for that as well). You also get a basket of freshly made tortilla chips and house salsa. The interior is playful with a fun mural that stretches around all of the walls in the dining area. I have never seen the dining area in disarray. The staff is quick to keep everything neat and tidy for a pleasant dining experience. The only problem I have with this restaurant is the menu. It just has so many options, it is difficult to find what you want. read more

I love this restaurant! This is one of the only Authentic Mexican Food restaurants in town! The chicken tenders are probably the best in town with, of course, the tacos! read more

The burritos and enchiladas are perfect, and the staff is attentive and friendly! It's my favorite lunch spot.

The service was very good, but the food was average at best. I just felt the food couldn't quite make the "okay" mark. I will try it again hoping for better results, but 2 stars for now. read more

This is the worst mexican restaurant i have ever gone, the quality of the food sucks, customer attention really bad, also price not too good. I mean, i think they should shutdown this place, really really bad place to go and eat. read more

After reading the other reviews I thought I would put my Input in. I have only eaten here twice since I moved to Aberdeen, SD. The business was a little slow the times I was there. And there wasn't even that many people there. The chips were a little stale but not to point where I couldn't handle eating them. The food was great both times I was there. I will only recommend this to someone who has a lot of extra time to kill because you never know what their service will be. Best Mexican restaurant in Aberdeen, SD. read more

Not the best Mexican style restaurant in America but it is very good nonetheless. I have eaten there many times and have not eaten anything that was bad. The salsa is very good, the margaritas are excellent, and service is quite good. 4 and a half if I could give it. read more

I love the place for authentic Mexican food. Their Carne Asada tacos are awesome. I like them with corn tortillas the way they were meant to be eaten. They have good Mexican beer on tap. Also chips are usually very good and the hotsuace/salsa is good. read more

Not the best Mexican I've eaten but okay in a pinch. There's not many Mexican restaurants in town anyway so I guess this is better than nothing. read more

I really liked their food, but their service is terrible. 2/3 of the three times I have been there they have messed my order up. First, she gave me a beef burrito when I asked for chicken and the next time I ordered a taco that they totally forgot. She also completely messed up my friends order the second time as well. I'm a very forgiving person and they corrected their mistake, but what I can't forgive is them over charging me. I paid for myself and my boyfriend. A $29 bill. My boyfriend gave me $10 cash to pay for most of his. So I asked the waitress to take the 10 and pay for the rest on my card as I have done this before in many places. However, looking at my statement in my account they charged me $39!!! There is NO way my bill was that high even before I gave them the 10! I'm very displeased. read more

Just watch your bill. Yea, the food is awesome, but I quit going because of the padding of my bill.

Worst service I have ever experienced. Upon arriving we were seated and after waiting 30 minutes for someone to come take our order I decided to ask a different server who walked by if we could order. He replied by telling me "we're too busy you'll have to wait", they didn't even care about their customers. At this point we were considering just leaving, as the people who came in after us had already ordered/gotten their food. So 15 more minutes go by and after countlessly trying to flag down our server they finally come over to get our order. 30 more minutes later we are brought our lukewarm food. One of the people I was with got food that looked like literal slop, the other got food that was cold, and the other had food that had hair in it. The food was disgusting, tastes very cold, salty, and lacks flavor. To be honest the service made the experience even worse. Will never be going back here and would recommend you save yourself the trouble and check out another Mexican place in town. read more