Consistent food. Excellent chicken soup and enchiladas. Has been a great place for takeout

The food is great, right up there with Monte Alban. But I noticed for the past 2 visits, if you pay in cash, they don't bring you the change and just keep it. What if I wanted to leave more or not all the change. I go by myself and one time my bill was about $21 and put $30 on the table, never brought the change. Yea it's my fault for not asking for the change back, but I shouldn't have to. read more

Ordered over phone for pickup two afternoons ago. I repeated my order twice, clearly. Order was acknowledged. I purposely repeated because a couple weeks ago I orderd twice (I wanted burritos for my dinner) and it was for 4 of us. No burritos in packages. I had no dinner. I was not charged for the burrito plate. So, two days ago I tried them again and once more, after being very explicit and asking the order be repeated back to me...opened bags-no burritos. Not charged and not on the receipt. I cannot figure their problem out. I will no longer order from Mesquite Grill. Done. read more

First timer here. We started with the obligatory free chips and salsa. We added some white queso. Cheese was delicious. It always disappears too quickly. For dinner, the waitress came and apologized that she had made a mistake with the order but it was being fixed. Not sure what happened but it definitely slowed things down a bit. She wasn't the most attentive throughout our visit but she wasn't horrible. I had the Burrito Mesquite. It was steak, mushrooms, onions and tomatoes. Topped with queso and a sauce. It was mostly mushrooms and onions. Delicious flavor but not much meat. One friend had a chicken quesadilla, which looked delicious and she also said the flavor was great. My other friend had the Baja tacos with tilapia. They looked amazing. It was much more than was expected in terms of portion size. My friend barely ate one and took the rest home Portion size was great all around, and while the food wasn't bad by any means, there was just a bit that was still to be desired. Prices were very reasonable. read more

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This review is only based on take-out and the taco salad. We have ordered delivery from this establishment twice ((via DoorDash) and the order is always accurate and we absolutely love the chicken taco salad bowl. Another coworker ordered the chicken soup and it was very good, I'm told. read more

Mesquite Grill - Taco Salad - chicken - Mexican Near Me - Rochester, New York

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Service, and entire experience was soo good. Very off the beaten path Mexican on the edge of Brighton. So thankful to have this so close to home. What a great find! read more

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A casual Mexican restaurant very similar to Monte Alban in taste, menu offerings, and decor. I found Mesquite Grill on Yelp while searching for takeout near an appointment (and conveniently located near a post office, which was also part of the day's errands). They have an online ordering system through Clover, which I love (who wants to call in an order anymore?) though honestly it gave me trouble and I had to back out and enter my order a few times. I don't think it liked my debit card for some reason. Food was very tasty and ready on time. My entree came with a generous portion of chips and salsa, and I added avocado to top my meal for $3.99. A filling lunch for a reasonable price, and easy to access with a large parking lot. I will definitely stop here again. read more

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Last night was my first time here and everything was absolutely amazing! Service was great, the portions were quite generous and prices, very reasonable. I had the Pancho, which was chicken and shrimp with cheese, guacamole, rice and refried beans. My date had the Chiles Pablanos. We both had enough to take some home for the next day. Look forward to returning. read more

Mesquite Grill - Pancho - Mexican Near Me - Rochester, New York

Delivery is good and ample portions, well packaged and arrived warm . Consistency and quality keep me coming back again. I am a fan of chicken enchiladas mole here. Great flan and guacamole read more

A friend and I ordered food for lunch this week. I love that they have an online ordering platform rather than me having to call. Walked in to pick it up but they do offer curbside if you prefer. The food was basic, nothing to complain about. I loved the queso and refried beans. My friend really liked the salsa and her tamale. I'm sure that we will order from here again. I didn't need much customer service but the woman who handed me my bag was very nice. I've also been to the Gates location. Similar impression. read more

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I've been here for take out a few times. The food is good and the service is fast. I ordered the beef poblano and the beef enchiladas. They were very tasty. The poblano had a little spice but not too bad! read more

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service was 10/10 the staff is so welcoming and nice. we ordered the food and it came in less than 10 minutes which is a first for me. food was amazing over all good ambiance read more

Food was okay , street tacos were a bit bland , corn tortillas generally break fast . Rice was very good and flavorful . Had a alcoholic drink that was too sweet . Other than that , it was a nice Mexican restaurant . read more

Mesquite Grill - Steak street tacos - Mexican Near Me - Rochester, New York

After being seated and given some chips we waited and waited to be be greeted and order drinks. After about 10 min I got a servers attention. The server seemed annoyed that I was bothering her. Never asked if I wanted to order a drink (I did). I'm giving this 3 stars because the 19$ barilla tacos were good. But the service is trash. Figure it out. Then we never saw her again until she wanted her tip. They lost a local and consistent business due to shitty service. I'll never come back. read more

It's lunch time and I forgot to pack my lunch. I was going to give in and get fast food, but for the same price now in days, it's better to get better quality foods. So I called for pick up and ordered Baja shrimp tacos ($16). Literally was a quick call and was ready in 10 min. When I got back to my office food was still warm( weather outside -8°F). The tacos were so tasty, and there was three of them. I'm a 6 foot 4in heavy set guy, and I get full with two out of the three. Shrimp was cooked perfectly , the rice was not mushy, and there was enough cheese and sauce for me, and Im a sauce guy. Overall pleased with the service and food. Definitely hit the spot, i recommend this place. read more

Mesquite Grill - Baja shrimp tacos ($16) - Mexican Near Me - Rochester, New York

We went for lunch. Loved the place. Cheerful, beautiful painted tables. To start, Guacamole was freshly prepared and chunky. Very good. Entrees: Vegetarian Combo and a la Carta were our choices. The Veggie Combo B: One cheese enchilada, one bean tostada and rice. A la Carta: Hard Beef Taco( t was supposed to have Lettuce & Cheese), Rice & Black Beans( a bit too salty for my palate). Rice was yellow rice with corn. Nice. We liked the food. Jarritos de Mango to drink. Our server from Laos, a very nice young woman. We will come back. read more

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Awesome food Service is great Ambiance is terrific no matter the occasion Birria Tacos read more

I first tried Mesquite Grill at their original location on Elmgrove and enjoyed it, so I was happy that they opened up a location closer to me in Brighton. I ordered a Changa (chimichanga) to go and picked it up. The location is in a plaza along S Winton with some outside seating. I was greeted at the door and my order was ready when I got there. The food was really good. I know chimichangas aren't the most authentic Mexican food, but sometimes you just need a fried burrito. I loved the cheese and red sauces, and I chose chicken as the filling. It also came with refried beans inside. It was a bit soggy but I think that's more bc I ordered it to go and it obviously had to sit there as I drove home etc. The rice is really good. I ordered an extra side of it because I like it so much. It's really flavorful and has corn, peppers, and peas mixed in. I really enjoyed my food from Mesquite Grill and will be returning regularly for more! read more

Mesquite Grill - Changa to go with rice and guacamole/salad - Mexican Near Me - Rochester, New York

I was part of a group of four, including two almost vegans, who were looking for a healthy and fun meal. Mission accomplished. The Mesquite Grill delivered on great tasting and healthy food, friendly staffers and engaging decor. There's plenty of food options, including for those on a plant-based gluten free lifestyle. I ordered the veggie fajitas and they were amazing. Fresh veggies, rice, corn tortillas, and refried beans in a chip shell. Good quantity for the price too. Everyone left happy and full - and talked about coming back. read more

Mesquite Grill - Mexican Near Me - Rochester, New York

My family loves the food, ambiance and friendly service here. This restaurant is a good choice for an inexpensive, tasty casual Mexican meal! read more

Stopped here for lunch on a Saturday. The outdoor seating is nice and comfy. Staff was very nice and attentive. The food was really good. Hot, fresh and very flavorful. I'll be back to try out the rest of the menu. read more

Our go to for mexican food!!! always quick and the food is delicious. The service is pretty good as well

Mouth watering . My favorite Mexican restaurant in my area. The prices were great and the food was soooo good. I also have to add in the margaritas were strong and fantastic ! read more

Margaritas can be premium so they don't use the mix oops yes they do you have to order the skinny margarita for fresh squeezed juice and it's absolutely worth it. I think it was the best margarita ever. The food was also solid. The garlic shrimp were very flavorful and the chili relleno was seeded and stuffed with tender seasoned chicken. read more

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Food was very good--we are vegetarian and they had several great options. Service was fast, friendly and helpful.

***.3.5 Stars*** One of the better Mexican restaurants in town, in my opinion. After visiting twice, nothing has blown me away but I've found the food to be good overall. I've enjoyed their mole enchiladas and also their fajitas. Their margaritas also pack quite a punch and one might just be enough, especially on an empty stomach. I am a fan of their frozen mango flavor. The service is fast and friendly. The food also comes out super quick. The pricing is fair and the portions are generous. I'm also a fan of their decorations. It seems like they have custom made benches and tables with "Mexican"-themed illustrative drawings. Each piece seems original and it's a nice touch that adds some warmth to the restaurant. read more

Met some friends tonight after work for dinner at 4:30, seated right away, and attentive server took our drink orders. Drinks arrived quickly, we ordered our entree's and munched on delicious chips and salsa while we waited. Food arrived, extremely hot, fresh, delicious & scrumptious. Bill for 3 of us was $58.00 so fair priced. Menu is varied with quite a good selection. This is a nice addition to the area, as there are no Tex Mex places around. Service, food, and price, make this a good place to go if you like Mexican, I definitely plan to be back! read more

Mesquite Grill - Good Tex Mex on South Clinton in the Top's Plaza. - Mexican Near Me - Rochester, New York

I went back and forth between 3 and 4. To start off, apparently this place has 3 owners and 1 of them is the owner of Monte Alban. I love MA! In the back, they have a very small bar. The restaurant is cutely decorated in Mexican decor, of course. It's kind of a long, narrow layout. The bartenders were very nice and eager to serve us and give us their attention. I say bartenders because even though the bar was small, I think maybe servers go back there when they're not busy to tend the bar as well? Not sure, but 3 different people approached us. On Taco Tuesdays, tacos there are $1!!!! And they're not teeny tacos either! They're basic ones... chicken or beef with lettuce and cheese, but who cares?! They're $1 each! Warning...we got a side of queso and it came in a very small bowl and cost $6. I hear their guacamole is the same thing. That's disappointing. I got stuffed poblano peppers for my meal it came with rice and beans. I finished the whole thing. At MA I never finish my meal, so I would say that MG's portions are on the smaller side. So, kind of 2 strikes on those things, but the food was very good. And their chips and salsa are yummy. Will I go back? Yes. Will I splurge on queso? Probably not. Would I rather go to Monte Alban? For now, yes! read more

Mesquite Grill - Queso is gone () but that tiny bowl was $6. - Mexican Near Me - Rochester, New York

Solid dining experience. Nice little storefront in a plaza with pleasant decor, cute little bar and, weather permitting, some patio seating. The service is pleasant and efficient but not a particular stand out. The menu has great options and the food is very good... Not the best Mexican I've had but definitely worth return visits. If the food isn't enough to convince you the drinks will likely push you over the edge. This is the perfect example of 4 stars in my mind... Above average in every way falling just a little short of exceptional... I will gladly return and update my review once they have been open for a few months and worked out the minor kinks. read more

Overall fine. We were excited to try a new Mexican restaurant opened in the Brighton area. The chimichanga and burrito supreme were both just fine. But the waitstaff was very friendly, the decor was bright, and the margaritas looked delicious. The best part was definitely dessert, so leave room. We had the churros and had to roll ourselves home. read more

Mesquite Grill - Churros - Mexican Near Me - Rochester, New York

Mesquite grill is a perfect example of why I wish there was a 4.5 option in Yelp. The food is absolutely delicious with big servings, but the takeout service is a bit hit or miss with there frequently being a missing item or two. Please note that we have never eaten in the restaurant, so this may be a non-issue there. Also, much like your friend who's late to everything but makes the party when he shows, it's worth the inconvenience. One bite of that enchilada sauce covered deliciousness, and minor issues like missing tortillas are instantly forgiven. read more

Mesquite Grill - You cannot go wrong with the fajitas. Delicious with tasty side fixings. - Mexican Near Me - Rochester, New York

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We both had taco salads which looked small at first but we were both full afterwards. Delicious food. Big drinks . The decor is bright and colorful. It's a cheery place! read more

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Always a good choice! The food prices are decent, the drinks are always good, the atmosphere is fun, the staff are very nice and the food is cooked very timely. I love question pretty much anywhere but this one has chorizo in it and it's so delicious. I could easily eat bowls of it. There's nothing bad on the menu. read more

The food was great! Loved the shrimp tacos The service was very slow even though the restaurant was not very full. Not a huge deal, the food and drinks were good and that definitely makes it worth a visit! read more

Mesquite Grill - Mexican Near Me - Rochester, New York

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We got take out from mesquite and wow was it amazing! The price is also great for the amount of food you get. The beans has a bit a spicy kick which I loved. They gave us lots of salsa and chips in our order as well as a bonus. Overall great experience and would definitely get this again. read more

We love Mesquite Grill in Brighton we bring friends there and they love it too. Service is perfect and the drinks are great! Ambiance is very Mexican! read more

I'm delinquent in writing this review -- the hubs and I went for dinner one night in mid-May and we loved it! The decor is FANTASTIC and festive! The margaritas go down EASILY! The complimentary chips and salsa are soooooo nice, and keep a-comin' just when you need more! The hubs had a grilled chicken quesadilla for his dinner, and I ordered a Combo 3 (ground beef burrito, ground beef enchilada and 1 tamale) so we could try a lot of different flavors and items. All of the food was delicious, and the service was truly top-notch! Everyone who stopped by our table was friendly and sincerely cared whether we had everything we needed. Keep an eye out in the ValPak coupons that come via US Mail -- Mesquite Grill has been offering coupons in there, if you need a helpful discount to get you through the doorway (grin!) Hope you go there soon to check them out -- bueno bueno! read more

Mesquite Grill - Margaritas and chips and salsa! Yum! - Mexican Near Me - Rochester, New York

First time dinning here and I loved it. Very colorful and clean. The chips and salsa are addicting. I look forward to going back.

New Mexican place opened near us, so we tried it. We ordered a variety, it was all thoroughly underwhelming. The vegetarian combo was particularly bland, not much more than some tortillas smothered in mozzarella and red sauce. One of them had a thin amount of refried beans inside. My son's burrito was really bad. Big hunks of tomato and mushroom spilling out of the damp (?) tortilla, it literally looked like someone poured vegetable soup into a tortilla. He took one bite and was done, and the kid is *not* a picky eater. Everything else was just kinda OK, but not very flavorful. Including the chips and salsa, just flat and flavorless. The other location (never been myself) seems to have a following, maybe after this place has been open a while we'll try again. That will be tough, though, with Old Pueblo Grill just 10 minutes away. read more

Weird experience and I know I wont return- Horchata drink was grainy and watery with all the heavy sediment at the bottom- not made with much milk for a smoother taste like im used to- I asked the "server" Angela C what kind of cheese do they have after asking for street tacos plate as i usually get a side since street tacos is generally white onion and cilantro- she seemed limited in English ,looked confused and went to get another server- what the?- the other person then looked confused as well and said "let me ask" then came back and said american - i said american cheese for a taco in a "mexican" restaurant ?? She said yes and then said its shredded white- wth- so i asked what kinda cheese is on the birria tacos and she said its chihuahua - so u do have mexican cheese?? "Yes"- ok i want that as a side - i asked for one birria taco to try it out ( and of course pay fair market price) as ive had sum bland ones here in Rochester and she said no they only come as a set of 3 - i said what if I dont like how it is? She just shrugged- what is wrong with these places -how they are training people??? - the street taco meal comes out with red onion? and im having to ask for my birria tacos which they wrapped to go and didnt put on my table with my food - i ask whats the cheese on the refried beans at the end of the meal- the server is limited in English and rolls her eyes and asks the other server in spanish to confirm its american cheese- "yes it is"- (so we shouldnt ask questions because she doesnt fully understand??) Ive never seen anything but mozzarella or queso fresco or cotija on refried beans Im tired of the inauthenticity of these places masquerading as real Mexican food when in an authentic Mexican taco spot they wouldnt say or have anything but a type of Mexican cheese as an immediate answer no confusion and u could buy however many style tacos u want as the food is their sales - places like this want the alcohol drinks to outweigh the food experience so they can deliver a below average experience and it is a shame because This Mexican doesnt drink so I know what great Mexican food is - read more