My family took me to Mezcla for my birthday recently. When we entered the restaurant, it was full and bustling full of energy! We were seated immediately for our reservation. Water was soon provided as our server greeted us. The menu was simple and interesting. My daughter in law shared that the menu changes on a regular basis. The restaurant is labeled Mexican, but has Peruvian and Colombian influences. We decided on our cocktails and I ordered Pisco's New Groove, which has Pisco, passion fruit, coconut, lime, vanilla and toasted rice. It was amazing! We ordered appetizers: guacamole and salsa and a vegetarian Enchiladas Suizas. Both items were generous and tasty. The corn tortillas were fried whole, like tostadas. For my entree, I ordered the chile en nogada, which consisted of a stuffed poblano chile, filled with a ground beef picadillo and seasonal fruit. It was covered in a light crema and topped with pomegranates. Once we cleaned our appetizer plates, it was not long before our entrees arrived. I cut into my poblano pepper and discovered that the interior was not hot, but room temperature. I cut in a bit more, hoping that it was just the end that was not hot. Much to my disappointment, the interior was the same. We found our server and I asked her if the dish was supposed to be served at room temperature and she confirmed that it was supposed to be hot. She offered me another entree or have the kitchen fire up another one. As I enjoyed the taste, I asked for the kitchen to fire up another. It wasn't long before another came out and the expectation was met. The service was good and we appreciated how we were greeted by the front of the house manager. As my family members enjoyed their meals, I would return in the future to try other items on the menu, for a second chance. read more

As much as I miss what used to be in this space, I'm glad to see people enjoying what I'll always remember as Market Italian Village. There are so many solid options for tacos in this city, but this is where you'd go if you were lookin' for an elevated taco with mezcal cocktails. The service was great and we enjoyed trying a few different things our server recommended. I think of the menu more as smedium plates except the carne options were a larger portion. The verduras section is kinda app-like but the confit tacos came 3 to an order. We enjoyed the perfectly cooked steak and camarones. We were warned about the heads still being on but that's the best part and they make it easy to remove them. IYKYK. read more

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Cute spot! Was able to snag a table during happy hour last week. Being back in the building was so nice, glad they were able to reopen. We got a few plates and shared among 3 of us. We started with the enchiladas which were pretty solid. Then we got the scallop tostada which was good but kind of a small portion IMO. We also got the ceviche which was probably my favorite of the night. The salmon was perfect! We finished with the birria which was definitely a shareable but makes sense for the price. Our server was great and very flexible. Overall I like this place but it is a little bit of a splurge. Probably won't be back in too soon just because of the prices. read more

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Chic, romantic spot perfect for date night! Just recently opened last year - and decided to try out some items on the menu. Ultimately had the fish tacos and some of the carne asada. The fish tacos had house made corn tortillas, with the fish perfectly fried, having a great crisp. There were a few other ingredients on the tacos which provided a great depth of flavor between creamy, spicy, freshness, acidity, and crunch. The cocktails also are fantastic and extremely unique. Ending off with a cheesecake that had a great crust that was unique and great raspberry coulee which was not overly sweet, something that is difficult at times to find! read more

Mezcla - Fish tacos - Mexican Near Me - Columbus, Ohio

Wow, great time here! Awesome vibes on the inside, we got to our table for an 8 PM reservation on a Saturday night, and the place was still jampacked. Really cool bar in the middle and tables all around the outside. Our waitress was super friendly and helpful with the menu. All of the food items are more like small plates, so she recommended that we order several of them which we did do. I would also suggest this to anyone else visiting. Three plates was plenty for two people. The menu itself is actually not very big of note. I especially recommend the tacos de cochinita which were delicious. I would've actually gotten two plates of those and probably will the next time I go back if I knew how good they were. Overall, great time here, and cannot wait to come back! read more

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The fish tacos are so good, always. Definitely order the guac to start. Scallop tostada is also worth the price! Our server was super sweet & personable - everything was delicious. read more

Mezcla - Mexican Near Me - Columbus, Ohio

Top notch! Only open for six months but the place was packed. Not even tables available. We sat at the bar which was perfect. Our group of 6 easily chatted drank and ate. We tried the scallop tostada and tacos dorados. It's a fusion restaurant. They take all the expected flavors toss them up in the air and serve them back to you in the most interesting and unique ways. The scallop taco was served cold with a mild delicious mole. So crispy easy to break into pieces and share. The tacos dorados were more like flautas. Served with 4 rolled and filled with seasoned creamy potatoes but still some chunks for texture. It seemed they were topped with a sweet potato puree, onions and sprinkled with nuts. The Paloma was good and the service great! A beautiful room to enjoy great food. read more

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Upscale bars featuring small plates seem to be popping up all over the Columbus Metropolitan area by lately...Mezcla seems more geared toward that than a Latin restaurant the reviews have called it. Regardless what you call it: all I can say is welcome! Think of this place a somewhere nice that you can go to your with your date, partner or a small group of friends while enjoying cocktails or a good bottle of wine. You really don't need to worry about having screaming children at this place because the menu just really doesn't accommodate for them Which in my opinion is so, well, very nice!!! Most of the menu is small plates, which goes along with the whole concept of this is a more a cocktail bar. So, if you think you're gonna get a gigantic chimichanga with rice and beans and never ending chips and salsa... This would not be the place- but if you wanna have adult beverages, paired with some excellent appetizers and small plates... then this is your place. We came here, spontaneously without reservation Our table choices were limited due to not having the reservation, but there was plenty of window, seating and bar seating to choose from so there was no problem finding a comfy place We chose to sit at the bar and enjoy some margaritas. We paired them with the house gauc n salsa. That was a wise choice. Portioned well enough to share... but you might want your own... only because the guac is beyond excellent and the salsa.... Just as good. They make their own tortilla chips... always a plus. 5/5 We also ordered carnitas tacos and a mushroom chile rellenos. The rellano was large, amply stuffed and I reallynliked that it was not breaded. Great flavor. 4/5. The tacos... three on a plate. Served open faced. Piled with the most tender and flavorful carnitas that makes you want more. 5/5. As far as service. Service was good. Sometimes a little hard to catch their attention but it did get busy so that is understandable. Everyone in the room seemed to be enjoying themselves. i would definitely go back read more

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A friend of mine told me to try this place out. I do miss The Market. It was one of my favorite spots. They seemed to keep the same vibe of the place. Still a beautifully designed interior. Nice looking furniture too. And Tons of pathos plants. Great music selection and the outdoor seating looked nice. A friend and I made a reservation to come during HH. We were able to get deals on the drinks. I got an old fashioned while she got a margarita with mezcal. We ended up sharing everything: tostadas with guacamole and salsa, fish tacos, and pato pibil (duck thigh). We were so full! It was a lot of food. The tostadas were freshly fried and the fish tacos had a wonderful crunch to them. And the duck was so tender. It paired well with the squeeze of lime and black beans. Very impressed with the food selection here! They've got a lot of options, even a decent amount for vegetarians and gluten free folks. Staff is super smiley and helpful with menu recs. The fish tacos came with only three but since we were sharing our server said we could order an extra-- no issue with the kitchen. Mostly parallel parking around here. Easy peasy but it's not free like it used to be. I'd like to sit at the bar next time. Seems like a vibe. I'll be back! read more

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Think high end tapas if you go to this place. The drinks were good. The steak was great. The fish tacos were good as well. You can add an extra taco for an upcharge. Low light was the stuffed pepper. It says it has chorizo in it but I couldn't taste any. The chips and guac is a little different as the chips are large and oblong. For the for of us the tab was $270. Check em out but we kinda tried everything there so it's unlikely we'd be back but it's still good. read more

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Relatively new to the CBus food scene. Latest restaurant interation at Summit St. & W 3rd. It's Mexican with a twist. Not the kind you are use too. Offerings include cesar salad with anchovy/cheese dressing. Enough for 2 or 3. Surprisingly delicious. Fish tacos are skinless, unbreaded Icelandic cod. Veggie tacos features black bean puree and sweet potatoes. Very good. Not especially filling but super tasty. The drinks are delicious. If you like mezcal, you MUST try the alchemista. Unique, including the way its served. It was busy on Thursday evening. Tables full. Noise level loud. Service was pretty fast considering. nouveau cusine made in open kitchen makes for reservations required. read more

Mezcla - Cesar salad - Mexican Near Me - Columbus, Ohio

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I went to an event at Mezcla and can't wait to go back again! It's such a chic space with an enticing vibe. I tried a pineapple salsa, potato taquito, scallop appetizer, and a jackfruit taco...all delicious! Their cocktails were also fab. Looking forward to coming back with a friend for dinner. read more

We're fortunate enough to live less than a block away from this gem. The overall vibe/aesthetic is truly one of the best in all of Columbus and the food and service is just as amazing. It's our absolute go-to spot for dates or anytime we have friends visiting. So excited for the re-opening!! ‍ read more

Mezcla - Entrance and bar - Mexican Near Me - Columbus, Ohio

The food is amazing here! Well thought out flavor fusion. The interior is cozy with a barrel arch theme repeated in the architecture and decor. The service was great at the bar. They were incredibly busy and we couldn't get a table. The scallop tostada was amazing. I would definitely try the fish tacos if I go back. They looked great. read more

Mezcla - Scallop tostada - Mexican Near Me - Columbus, Ohio

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My wife and I chose this spot for our one night away from our kids in Columbus. It did not disappoint!!! Atmosphere was amazing with the windows open and impeccable decor. We started with drinks and chips and guacamole-- that is when I knew we were in for an exceptional experience. Food was incredible -- can't wait to return the next time we are in Columbus. Bravo read more

Mezcla - Red Snapper - Mexican Near Me - Columbus, Ohio

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Finally got to check this place out, and all of my expectations were met! The inside is really classy and chique. We sat at the bar on this visit and my wife and I were both pleased with how comfy their stools are. Our bartender was really friendly and helpful with suggesting what to eat. We decided to go with the fish tacos, the chile relleno, and the aguachilel tatemado. All the food was amazing, but the chile relleno stole the show. It had such a complex, delicious flavor. I've never had anything like it. Im looking forward to when their new menu comes out. We'll definitely be back read more

I can't rave enough about this meal! Excellent in every way. Some of the best, most interesting, bites I've had in Columbus in quite some time. Highly recommend going with a group of at least four to share dishes. My favorites were the aguachile tatemado (albacore) and the enchiladas. Drinks were all excellent as well. Delicious. Our server was a wealth of knowledge. Super helpful with all food and drink recommendations. Can't wait to see how this menu evolves. read more

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Mezcal - l have to say the salsa and guacamole with tostadas were very flavorful- creamy and salsa had the right amount of heat. The scallop tostada was different- the taste was fine but l didn't realize the scallop was served cold, which had not been explained. Drink - wonderful- very well made. It's a bit loud -inside (stopped during the week) but there is a nice patio, bathrooms really clean - wonderful and friendly service. Overall experience was nice but this is an upscale priced restaurant- more gourmet. I will give it another try on a happy hour next time. read more

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Unbelievably good. What an impressive, immaculate and fantastic restaurant. Kudos to this talented chef. Food was meticulously balanced in flavor and beautifully presented. We had the pleasure of sitting at the chef's counter and spent two hours admiring all of the menu options. If you're undecided about dinner, you should absolutely reward yourself for finding this outstanding restaurant on Yelp! read more

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One month later and I'm still thinking about the scallop tostadas at Mezcla, probably the single best bite of my summer. The salsa macha crust gave the dish a sweet-savory note that accentuated the natural flavor of the scallop with a punchiness that reminded me of Southeast Asian salads. Anyways, onto the rest of the meal: the other dishes we ordered were all excellent. Other standouts included the chile relleno, smoked to perfection and filled with meaty oyster mushrooms, and the plantain pudding dessert, a dense, textured pudding with wonderful caramelized flavor. The drinks program was solid: the 'agricoco' was a table favorite and the 'burn after drinking' was excellent as well. The paw paw margarita lacked any distinct paw paw flavor and tasted like an ordinary margarita - I wonder if using some other tropical fruit flavor (i.e. banana & mango) might have helped to accent the unique tropical flavor and custardy notes of the paw paw fruit. Service was excellent and so friendly, and the staff took the tree nut allergy that one of our party had very, very seriously, which was super appreciated. The restaurant was beautifully decorated, and the place was bustling, with tables of large groups of friends, families out to dinner, and couples out on dates. The small and shareable plate format made it easy for us to order the right amount of food for our party size. Meszcla was a revelatory dining experience - I was impressed by how many new flavor combinations and interesting textures popped up in dishes that, on paper, I thought I knew quite well. I'm really looking forward to seeing how Meszcla grows and evolves given the creativity of their opening menu! read more

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My husband was craving tacos, so we took advantage of having a new restaurant to try. First off, the decor is chic... like dark academia. Now to old people comment, the music was so very loud; we could barely hear the hostess ask if we had reservations or not; we did not, we came during the week, so we were sat almost immediately. The dishes are designed to be shared, small plate style. The menu is sectioned off into vegetarian, seafood, and carnivore. Per usual, we were excited to try several things are the menu, so we ordered too much. We began with the salsa and guacamole, followed by aguachile tatemado, tacos de pescado, and tacos de carnitas. The salsa was good, but the guacamole stole the show, for me anyway... very lime forward, which is a preference of mine; excellent texture as well. The next star was the aguachile - the tuna was perfect texture, with being citrus forward as well; both served with homemade tostadas. My husband really enjoyed the pescado, I did not partake as I do not enjoy cod. Our least favorite was the carnitas; odd complain, but there was too much meat, and just not as flavorful as the other dishes... just fell a little flat for us. While the service started a little slow, our sever really knew the menu and was able to make recommendations. The price point is mid to expensive. Overall, this was a great meal. We will definitely be back for trying new dishes, and coming back for some. read more

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I am so excited to have finally tried Mezcla. First off, the restaurant is beautiful. I came in and sat at the bar while I waited for my friends to get there. I like the medium/small plate system where you order a lot and share. So we got to try almost the full menu. We started with the chips guac and salsa which was absolutely delicious. Then we ordered: chile relleno, enchiladas suizas, tacos dorados, hamachi tiradito, scallop tostada, agua chile tatemado, barbacoa de borrego, and tacos de chochinita. Everything was absolutely delicious. I enjoyed every single dish but the standouts to me were the enchiladas suizas, barbacoa de borrego, and the hamachi tiradito. They have half off of bottles of wine on Sundays so we got a bottle of red wine as well as some various single glasses of wine. Our server Kimmie was radiant, super friendly, and prompt. The bartender was also super friendly and accommodating. Overall this was a great experience and I am excited to come back. read more

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This restaurant has a very nice interior. It is very warm and inviting with a family feel to it. The service here was very nice. Our waitress was very thorough in explaining the menu, but tried to take away one of our plates with food still on it. Then it was a little awkward the rest of the time. For the food, we ordered the vegetable tacos, fried fish tacos, lamb, and scallop tostada. To my surprise, the vegetable tacos were actually very flavorful. You can tell they make their tortillas from scratch, which I appreciate. The lamb was cooked on the rare side, which I didn't mind because it was very flavorful and super tender. The only downside is the serving size was very small. The fish tacos were also very good. The crisp on the fry was amazing paired with their sauce on the taco It was immaculate. Lastly, the scallop tostada was very flavorful and had a lot of scallop for one tostada. unfortunately, my partner was not a fan because it was too fishy for her taste, but I didn't share the same opinion. Overall, I think this restaurant is putting out some delicious food with great service and ambience. The price may have been a bit high, but if you are still hungry after there is always McDonald's lol jk. read more

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This is my third visit to Mezcla, and it is consistently a great choice. The food is amazing, everything has a great depth of flavor and textures. We ordered the aguachile tatemado, snapper al pastor and carne asada. Our server was super friendly and fun, we asked a lot of questions and was able to help us with our decisions. The drinks we ordered were also very yummy, I don't think there are any bad choices. We will definitely be returning! read more

Mezcla - Snapper al pastor, carne asada - Mexican Near Me - Columbus, Ohio

We went to check out the newest upscale Mexican restaurant that just opened in Columbus. Cool ambiance , good service , small plates kind of tapas style, really good food and presentation. Good experience overall. With great company. All the first part of their menu , the verduras section , is or can be made vegan. Plus because tomorrow is our anniversary, they treated us with a chocolate sope with red corn cake and avocado chocolate soufflé read more

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Service: prompt, friendly and went out of her way to satisfy me. Outstanding service! Ambience: Quaint and eclectic. Slightly noisy, but the right amount of noise. Great for couples or friends. I wouldn't recommend children. Food: Amazing. The guacamole and salsa is excellent. I had the carnitas tacos. Very true to a Mexican street taco. The carnitas were prepared perfectly. Price: A little high, but well worth it. Highly recommended. read more

Mezcla - Mexican Near Me - Columbus, Ohio

We had a wonderful dinner at Mezcla! The restaurant has a lovely, cozy ambiance and comfortable seating. Every dish had layers of unique ingredients that were a medley of delicious flavors together! The Alchemista cocktail is an experience all its own. The duck thigh was tender and the black beans a perfect zesty accompaniment. The Cesar salad was delicate with a pleasing texture from the corn crumb. Not pictured was the AMAZING Scallop Tostada that was an explosion of flavors. read more

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Get a reservation in advance and go! Everything was top notch about this spot. The food, drinks, and service were all part of the amazing experience. I loved how open the kitchen was so we could see the chefs preparing the meals and you could see how thoughtful they were with every plate that came out of the kitchen. read more

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New restaurant. First time last night. Chef's table. Wonderful experience. Decor is very authentic. Staff is welcoming and professional. We enjoyed the wide range of truly authentic drinks and dishes on the menu which we are told will be changing frequently. Lively energy without being overwhelming. Great first impression read more

Went to Mezcal on a Saturday evening on a double date. The space is immediately impressive and inviting; our whole party admired the sloping interior architecture, the color scheme of the decor, and overall vibe. Our server was friendly and knowledgeable; we had a number of questions about both the food and drink and her recommendations were very helpful. It is all small plates style, so each couple ordered 3 things. In some cases, the plates are *very* small, especially for the price; the lamb tenderloin was delicious, but there were only about 3 bites worth for myself and my date each. The taco dishes were a bit more substantial (3 tacos each to a plate), and if I returned I'd order more of those. We were still hungry after our initial order so we got the banana dessert, which I would not recommend: every diner at our table was turned off by the texture and its overall blandness. The rest of the food was delicious (though pricey), and the drinks were outstanding. I will definitely return but will rethink my order (and snack a bit more before hand!). read more

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Really 4.5 stars - just a couple tiny issues. Food was really really good! The space is cute and we are looking forward to going back. Highly recommend the duck and steak - those were the highlights for sure. Only tiny complaints were drinks took a bit of time in between, the scallop tostada (1) was $20 which seemed a bit steep to me, and our steak was borderline cold. Still all very tasty so just minor details. Would return! read more

Beautiful restaurant with and open concept kitchen. Fabulous bar and cocktails...really enjoyed our meal. Super fresh and authentic!

This was my first time here, and I've heard so many great things from my friends! I sat by the window, watching the outdoor patio, and it was so nice to see what was going on. The inside is cozy and the open kitchen is always a treat. I had two drinks: "My Man Go," which I'm a big fan of, and "Assesina," which had a really fun woody, smoky aftertaste if you're into that kind of thing. For food, I ordered the TACOS DE PESCADO, which were yummy with the perfect amount of crunch. I'll definitely be back for happy hour! read more

Mezcla - TACOS DE PESCADO - Mexican Near Me - Columbus, Ohio

We celebrated a birthday and had an excellent meal. I love the vibe there. I had the duck and it was excellent

Fantastic cocktails, apps, and atmosphere. This will be great in the summer when the windows are open. read more

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Beautiful decor!! Otherwise, overpriced food that is underwhelming at best. The portions are extremely small, and the menu creates more questions than answers......our server was very nice. read more

Our server and the ambiance were amazing! The attention to detail that the owners put into this place did not go unnoticed. My favorites were the Fish Tacos and the Guacamole + Salsa appetizer. The Ceasar salad was very heavy on the anchovy's, so if you don't like that then don't order. The carnitas tacos were also good. Will be back! read more

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True Mexican flavors, delivered in a modern way. Mezcla was reminiscent of some of the better modern restaurants I've enjoyed while visiting Mexico City , Oaxaca, Guadalajara, Puebla, and other urban centers in Mexico. None of the silliness of TexMex (it has its place, but thankfully not here) -- none of the plates have classic refritos and yellow rice on them. A welcome addition to Columbus. Attentive service, and reasonably priced. read more

Cod tacos were very good! Easy to walk in and sit for 2 people if you don't have a reservation. Any more people and you'll probably be stuck with a wait. Place is nicely decorated, although the bathrooms are weirdly almost pitch black. read more

Mezcla - Cod tacos - Mexican Near Me - Columbus, Ohio

Best food and drinks in town! Only downside is that I'm no longer motivated to cook food at home.