My family and I have been coming to Tacolu for years. It is a favorite to take our out of town…read moreguests and to celebrate people. The atmosphere is always so welcoming. There is free valet parking and a dinner self parking spots. There is indoor and outdoor seating. We usually choose to eat indoors but when the weather is good the outdoor seating is wonderful! I find the bar area too loud compared to the rest of the indoor seat, but would never pass a table up if it was offered. They are closed on Mondays and some days wait times can be extra long. We try to time it out so we are going in-between the typical meal times - that is usually when we have had the best experiences. Our last visit was Sunday and we arrived around 4:30. We like to call this time Linner. We were sat in less than 10 mins while they arranged tables for us. We had 11 people and separate checks. We were celebrating my niece's sweet 16. We did not announce it as she would hate the attention so we did not take advantage of the dessert they usually offer. Our waiter, Michael W, was AMAZING! He was attentive but did not hover. He was observent and kept our drinks and chips filled. We ordered a several different items from the menu but the favorites was the queso and the $10 tacos. They offer several gluten free options. Everything was tasty and made to our preference or allergy needs. We even placed a take away order so we could enjoy it all again later.

Best at the beach, best in the country!!!…read more Best bartenders this side of the Mississippi...Make sure to support this awesome place!

Tonight was our first time at Oaxaca for a birthday dinner. I have to say it was amazing from start…read moreto finish. By the time we ordered the small plates and shortly after its arrival I was convinced we'd come back. Delicious! Flavorful, decadent and very fulfilling! From the Queso completo, Mexican street corn and the carnitas tamale rojo that was perfectly paired with a pickled flavored jalapeño made the dish alive and tapping with flavor dancing on the taste buds. I asked the server to surprise me between three dishes I couldn't decide from. Dom, you're amazing; kind, courteous and you really know how to make an everlasting impression so effortlessly. The star of the show was the whole grilled yellowtail chef's special with a tamarind ponzu sauce that he chose for me! What a way to wow your guest and make them feel safe with trusting the palette of the family that's working together. I have to say this dish was AMAZING, Craig (The Chef) came to greet us in the midst of our dinner, that was a first! Hands down best yellowtail. My bf doesn't even like fish and he couldn't stop from eating it and wished he'd ordered the special. It was a nice, cozy and modern space and I love the ambiance! Can't wait to come back! Thanks again Dom & Craig!!

4.5 stars would be most accurate. Located in the heart of Jacksonville Beach, this fancy restaurant…read moreserves Oaxaca food from Mexico for both dinner and brunch. I had my first meal there when I visited Jacksonville Beach recently. Got the grilled bone-in yellow snapper, which was a daily special. Fresh, meaty, smoky. It was served with mixed greens and apple salad, some grilled green onions and freshly made corn tortillas. All paired well with the fish. The tortillas were about 0.75oz per piece. Moreover, the dish was served on a HUGE cutting board! I also ordered a side of Spanish rice, but surprisingly the manager took it off from my bill, saying that "[he was] glad that I enjoyed the meal so much"! The first meal was indeed impressive; it had been a while since I had had such Mexican food last time. So I decided to give it another try the next evening. Ordered the Carne Asada (asked for rare) and sub the beans with extra tortillas (to avoid high GI food). But the steak was disappointing: the first time it was served ~medium-well. The second time it was ~medium-rare so I did not complain twice. However, it was quite chewy. One reason was that, as you can see from my picture, the meat was not rest long enough before it was sliced and served. Service was good, friendly and quick. The restuarant was a bit noisy but I enjoyed the energy. Moreover, there were lots of beautiful decors and murals. I really like the tiger painted on the wall of their main dining area. So in short, I would recommend this restaurant if you like Mexican food. I would recommend the seafood and slowly-cooked stuff, like their short rib and pork shank. And I will dine in again the next time I visit Jacksonville Beach.

Nice happy hour specials when you sit at the bar. $6 margaritas and some apps. We had a delicious…read morejalapeño margarita with tahine around the rim. We didn't get the specials and went for menu options, which were delicious and generous portions. My daughter got the tacos Authenticos. You get four tacos, and it was nice because you can mix & match the proteins. I got the enchiladas supreme, and I did two chicken and one cheese. We both had leftovers that we ate over the next day. Waitstaff and bartenders were very helpful and nice.

I went by myself one Thursday evening , it was moderately crowded, mostly families visiting. I had…read morea fabulous time sitting outside at a lounge table picking away at freshly made guacamole and salsa reading a novel. The outdoor decor can handle just a few families, and has space for couples parties under huge fans. I'm a huge fan of this place, I invited a friend about an hour after arriving to share the joy! They ordered a huge beast of a taco salad that was made with a red Doritos bowl. I thoroughly enjoyed the Arepa Bowl, I'd highly recommend that if you are like me and always crave plantains The menu is huge and yes they do have happy hour! And YES! They do have a kids menu with mendicant food on it! And YES! They do have lunch specials. Dream date!

This place is awesome. We stop by when we are in the area, the service is very good…read more The food and the amount are excellent ! The adult beverages are good strength and some are very large. Cantina Louie is also clean, ambiance is Mexican style with lots of decoration and wall murals. Prices are average with some being more or less than you might extra pay elsewhere. Give it a try I think you'll like it. Give it a try , I think you'll love it.

3.75 I was actually…read moreplanning to raise my rating after several consistently good meals, but what happened to the shrimp? They used to serve normal, flavorful shrimp, and now it's tiny, bland ones. Such a disappointment, especially since the chips, salsa, corn, and steak are still great. This place went from a 3 to a favorite, and now back down again- switching to cheap, small shrimp was a terrible idea. Drinks were good, service good.

Sever was very helpful and respectful his response to menu…read moreQuestions about food is great. This place has a old school vibe and plenty of room at bar or restaurant,

Raul made our dining experience exceptional from start to finish. He was welcoming, attentive, and…read moregenuinely friendly, making us feel right at home the moment we sat down. He knew the menu well, offered great recommendations, and made sure our drinks and food arrived promptly. Throughout the meal, he checked on us at just the right times. His outstanding service, positive attitude, and attention to detail truly elevated our visit. If you're dining at El Potro, I highly recommend asking for Raul; you'll be in excellent hands. Order the tacos, which are all delicious. We'll definitely be back!

Came for a late evening bite with a few friends after enjoying some time on the beach. This spot is…read moreconveniently located on 3rd St and is great for a late night meal. However, if you're searching for the city's best Mexican restaurant, you can skip it. We started out with a round of margaritas, which turned out to be your basic house marg - fine but nothing to write home about. The chips, salsa, and queso were alright as well with the queso being a bit watery for my liking. I ordered the rice bowl with grilled chicken, which while not a generic order (like tacos or enchiladas), I find this is a great way to try the restaurant's ingredients. Everything was just okay, relatively basic and a little under-seasoned. The portion was large however, and could easily be two meals. My boyfriend ordered the carnitas plate and was decently happy with it, the meat was on the dry side and the rice and beans were also average. The waitress was kind and I can't fault the service. I'm not sure if we were there too late or if this is the food standard, I'd only visit again out of convenience.

Good food and atmosphere. Highly recommend the carnitas dinner! Enough for two to split!read more

Oh my God just the chips queso salsa and beans here are a freaking 10 on a 10 scale!…read more We moved here from San Diego in 2020. These are the best beans we've had in Florida! We're gonna have a couple tacos and enjoy ourselves this place as incredible. Palmer was our guide and did not see us wrong on all the little nuances of the menu. I highly recommend you sitting in his section!

The margaritas were sooo good and such a steal with the holiday special! I am thankful that they…read morewere open on the 4th and allowed us to take our time with the menus and experience. The pork belly taco was glazed with Coca Cola or something like that which was different than I had ever had before but my favorite was the grilled shrimp taco. The table side guac was so tasty and obviously fresh. Super nice that they also have a gluten free menu available!

Pleasant lunch at Talkin' Tacos! Cool decorations and good food. I got a kids meal because I wanted…read morea quesadilla and they didn't have an adult option but it was a big kids meal! I wish they had regular sodas and not solely specialty drinks, but otherwise, no complaints.

Really good tacos, really good corn…read more Order at a kiosk and then seat yourself. Food came out quickly and was delicious. Somewhat more expensive than some other places at this level, but wasn't disappointed. No alcoholic drinks...def a down side as I'd like to have one margarita with the meal - goes hand in hand with tacos. Better for lunch due to this. Is next door to Southern Swells. So can order and take there too. Narrow inside. Good amount of seating plus they offer outside courtyard seating.