Excellent food. Got takeout Mexican food. You can't get anywhere else. I got the Duck Carnitas.read more

You will need to find parking along Main Street or nearby lot…read more Part of a cluster of several different types of restaurants; the sign is not visible from the street. Lots of seating inside and out; outside offers a great view of the common area; a great place for children to play. The tableside made guacamole was absolutely delicious; probably the best I've had!! The steak nachos were recommended by a friend and we were quite delicious. After studying the choices of margaritas available; I decided on hell freezes over. Not only was it fun; the dry eyes lasted forever; it was extremely tasty. The wait staff was friendly, helpful and efficient. I can't wait to go back and try something different and also get the guacamole and margarita again!

WOW THEY ARE FAST!!…read more Came in for a Saturday lunch and the food came out lightning fast. It was also delicious - plenty of food, cheesy, and super nice service. We started with their warm salsa and chips, which has great flavor and being warm is a little more memorable than usual. Plenty of space in here for seating with an easy parking lot. Good food, no other notes!

I always love visiting Esparza's!…read more I recently went with two friends who had never been before. Our server was hilarious & a lot of help with the menu. The restaurant is a bit hard to navigate if you don't all arrive at the same time & can be very crowded depending on what time you go but it's clean & somehow not overly loud. I got puffy tacos. Wasn't what I was expecting but it was delicious & so was the margarita! Cant wait to go back! Highly recommend!

The food felt like eating at a friend's house -- warm, comforting, and made with care. Everything…read moretasted homemade and authentic, and the atmosphere made me feel truly welcome. I'll definitely be coming back.

I was very shocked because my office has had food from here before. So I was very disappointed when…read moreI decided my family decided on this place for lunch. We got the asada street taco plate, a couple of extra beef fajita street tacos and the Popeye's enchiladas. The tacos were okay. But the enchiladas were a little disappointing. I got the cheese one and it was supposed to be in a spinach cream mushroom sauce. All of the cheese was not fully cooked through and the spinach wasn't cooked or in the sauce. Just thrown on top. There was no flavor to the sauce at all so it was very disappointing. I'd be willing to try again and maybe this was an off day for them.

We normally love Uncle Julio's but on this night, the tortilla soup was lukewarm which really…read moreaffected the flavor and taste. The shrimp appetizer was good though. The service was okay but not as good as usual. After we said two of us were pleased with the temp of the soup, they didn't offer anything more. In the past if we ever had any issue, the manager has come over to talk with us. We weren't looking for any refund, just wanted them to know the food wasn't as good as we are used to. Additionally, refills were slow, and the fajitas came out in multiple steps, first the meat, then a little while later, the accompaniments and then a few minutes later, the tortillas. Just not a great dinner experience this time overall.

This is a review from an experience a few months ago when I came here for a coworker's birthday…read moreluncheon. I had not been to this particular Uncle Julio's before, in fact, it is set off the road enough that if you blink you might miss it. Walking in you immediately notice that the ambiance pays tribute to their other stores in that there is a nice blend of traditional Mexican decor blended with modern decor. I ordered Fajitas. I am going to say they were respectable. Not the best I have had, but way better than a lot I have had. Would I get them again? Probably, but there are a lot of other things I would try on the menu before getting them again. Being my coworker's birthday, we ordered a Chocolate Piñata for dessert. It was a fun experience to have people at the table take a swing at it, until out came Churros, and Fresh Fruit. There was an array of sauces to dip the Fruit and Churros in. Our Service was a bit slow at times, and for that I am taking a star off the rating. We all sat on the patio, which may have contributed to our feeling forgotten a few times

We went here for lunch after staying at the Gaylord Texan Resort and opting not to have lunch at…read moretheir Mexican restaurant. Mesa's is just a few minutes drive from Gaylord so it is super convenient. The ambience is pleasant and open and in general it was fine. The restaurant was clean with plenty of seats and parking outside. I did not get a "homey" feel but that may be just me. Our server was attentive and efficient. No problems or complaints. The free chips and salsa were good but not outstanding. The salsa was warm and obviously homemade, but it lacked kick. It was tasty but not "OMG this is good." I started with a cup of Roberto's queso which is the standard queso cheese with some ground beef, pico, and a tablespoon of guacamole. It too was good but not outstanding. I am not sure what it was missing but there was something that was needed. I had the two beef tacos and they were just average. Not much flavor or anything distinctive. The ground beef was not well seasoned so they were kind of bland. The rice and black beans were also kind of bland. Frankly, my tacos at home are better. The wife had the taco salad and liked it, although it did not come with any dressing. She used the salsa. Not sure if that was an oversight or that is the way the salad is served. She was also happy that they serve Negro Modelo on tap, so she was happy. The kid had nachos with black beans and cheese and did not complain. Overall, the meal was fine, nothing was terrible, but nothing really stood out as a compelling reason to return.

Showing up on a Saturday evening to a nearly empty restaurant is kind of a double edged sword. On…read moreone hand, it's nice to have the dining room and server pretty much all to yourselves, but at the same time the lack of patrons certainly arouses suspicion. Such was the case recently when we paid a visit to Mesa. The first order of business was getting an appetizer to go with the chips and salsa. Upon the server's recommendation we got the queso Blanco. It was quite possibly the blandest queso I have ever eaten. At this point I started to worry that it was a sign of things to come. However, the extra spicy salsa that we also requested to go with the chips was more flavorful and gave me hope for the entrees. The good news is that my chicken and cheese enchiladas turned out to be better than the insipid appetizer. The not so good news is that it was still a mediocre meal. The rest of my family had mixed feelings about their food. My husband, who got 2 beef enchiladas, said his were overly salty but otherwise average. The bacon wrapped shrimp that my mother got were a little overcooked but she liked the sides. Both of my sons' entrees, the Mesa burrito and the chicken strips, were very well received. People like to say that even when pizza is bad it's still good. For me, that also applies to Tex-Mex. But, considering the plethora options out there, I doubt I will be returning anytime soon.

Kinnie was out of the world with her service and her suggestions are spot on with what to eat or…read moredrink she is a god send to this place as a service. I had the salmon which was suggested and just say it was off the chain.

I came to eat and I was surprised with the food, everything was really delicious and fresh. My…read morewaiter Victor was very attentive and always ahead of needs, I definitely will come back

Since there's a Tex Mex restaurant on pretty much every street corner here, it's not an easy feat…read moreto stand out from the crowd. Yet, for the longest time, Baja Mex Grill did just that by serving the strongest margaritas in town. In fact, I had always heard that there was a limit of 2 per person. Although it may have only been a rumor, it was a good policy nonetheless (I speak from experience!) Even if margaritas weren't your thing, the food still held it's own. Basically, you couldn't go wrong with a visit here no matter your preferences. I don't know exactly when or how many times the ownership changed over the years, but apart from the name, nothing about this place is the same today. It was immediately evident upon being served chips and queso that both seemed like they came straight from a package. The extra hot salsa we requested turned out to be a creamy, green concoction that had a jalapeno-y flavor, but somehow still wasn't spicy. I will give them credit, however, for a very tasty regular salsa that appeared to be made in house. For my entree I ordered the Picante Enchiladas. Contrary to what the name implies there was no detectable heat. Furthermore, the grilled chicken on top had the distinct flavor of a frozen version made by Kroger. Once again, that prepackaged element reared it's ugly head. My husband and sons were mostly underwhelmed by their meals as well. The phrase "I've had better" was echoed around the table. And, they aren't normally a picky bunch! Our server brought everything out quickly, checked on us often, and kept our drinks topped up throughout our meal. So kudos to him! I have said this before, but it bears repeating. The Tex Mex arena is far too competitive for mediocre food like they serve here. It's a shame that a place I once considered to be 4-5 star establishment barely earns 3 stars now.

Service was quick, food decently priced, & the food was great! There was literally not one thing I…read moredidn't like. Their salsa has a kick to it but doesn't overwhelm you, & tastes so good! Our meals were great! We got the chile Rellano & enchiladas, they did not disappoint. Rice & beans were great. We Would definitely come back!

The food and service is amazing, the wait staff is very kind and attentive. My favorites are…read moreCheese Enchiladas, Caldo de Pollo and Brisket Quesadillas.

Beautiful atmosphere,wonderful service and fantastic food! We had a great experience here!!…read more We ordered the nachos to share-they were well-prepared with each chip having been made individually so each had all the toppings on it. One of my group ordered the Quesadilla and really liked it-the rest of my group ordered the fajitas and were happy with their order. I am planning to go back soon!

Food Quality: 5/5 Service: 5/5…read moreCleanliness: 5/5 Value: 5/5 I Came here with large group of dinner, and overall, the experience was great! We had a group of 22 people and the staff were very on top of making sure that our drink orders were taken immediately, followed by our food order. Big shout out to Jaden who took care of us - she's was awesome and did a fantastic job even with our complicated orders. I shared the Texas Surf and Turf with a few others a the smell of the sizzling platter triggered the drooling right away. It has steak, chicken, and shrimp served with tortillas, beans, rice, pico, and sour cream. It was hot and fresh when it came out and had a great flavor! Their margaritas were great too! The had a good flavor and very balanced. I would definitely go back to try more of the menu!

I've been wanting to try this place again after hearing from an acquaintance that they have some of…read morethe best beef fajitas. Unfortunately, they didn't quite live up to the hype. I ordered the shrimp and beef fajitas--the shrimp was tasty and cooked well, but the beef lacked flavor and felt underwhelming. My husband ordered the carne asada and enjoyed it. The Queso Mariano was quite good -- creamy, flavorful, and loaded with guacamole, picadillo beef, sour cream, and tomatoes. We arrived a few minutes before closing, but they were kind enough to still accommodate us. There were still plenty of people dining, and we actually left before some other tables. Service started off a bit slow, as we waited about 10 minutes before anyone came to take our order, but once we were attended to, everything went smoothly. The restaurant itself is spacious and has a nice atmosphere, making it a comfortable spot for a casual meal.

Here's the detailed Yelp review with no dashes:…read more When I say a personal touch goes a long way, Chante Mexican Grill & Cantina delivers it in spades. From the moment I walked in, the hospitality and attention to detail were unmatched. Shout out to Tim, the owner, for his recommendations, friendliness, and genuine care. It made the experience feel so personal and welcoming. The restaurant is perfect for any type of gathering, friends, coworkers, or couples. Every corner of the space and every interaction reflects authenticity. You can tell that the team takes pride in making sure every guest feels valued. And the food! Every dish is crafted with care and full of flavor. The drinks were just as thoughtfully made, each one showing love and attention to detail. You can feel it in every bite and every sip. Overall, Chante Mexican Grill & Cantina is more than just a place to eat. It is an experience. I left feeling full, happy, and already planning my next visit. I can't wait to go back and try even more.

Food is very underwhelming. Queso was so watery with no…read moreflavor The salsa in the beginning also had no flavor. The service was ok. The waitress didn't know the menu nor had she ever eaten items of the menu. Music isn't that loud but it is a nicely decorated establishment + the plates were ceramic.