The service here was lightning fast, but they definitely didn't shortcut the flavor. The rice and beans were perfectly seasoned, and both the steak fajitas and the roasted poblano were standout dishes. It's a peaceful atmosphere to sit back and enjoy a great meal, with plenty of bold, tasty options right at your fingertips for those who love authentic flavor. read more

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Legit authentic Mexican food. We got chips and salsa right away when we sat down. They were just okay, which is usually a bad sign. I ordered a pork stuffed poblano pepper. This was a very large pepper and I am certain they could not have stuffed one more chunk of pork in. I am a big fan of Chile rellenos but this took it to another level. The beans and rice were fresh and made in house daily. The beans were good and the rice was fluffy. I was trying to order a hot sauce found in most Mexican restaurants but could not remember the name. The server suggested i try the homemade green hot sauce. This was excellent, if you like hot sauce be sure to try it. We finished the meal with a cheesecake chimichanga. This is a fun idea but I recommend sharing. The paint and decor was the bright colors often found in a Hispanic places. Very lively. Everything was perfect. read more

My Quate Taste-Mex - Tex-Mex Near Me - Ocala, Florida

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Unfortunately I must say that the food was NOT good. My mother got food poisoning just a few hours after finishing our food here. I did think that the refried beans tasted weird like burned cooking oil ... Didn't want to believe that the food was potentially not good but after my mother got sick and it took 3 days for her to recover .., it's safe to say .. we will never be back. read more

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I read a review that said, "don't base your opinion on the chips and salsa." I'm glad I read that review before trying this restaurant, or I might not have ordered a meal;) There seemed to be a bit of a variety from how I normally order a dish here, such as nacho cheese on my burrito, but overall the items ordered were very tasty and satisfying, and our waiter was very helpful in choosing out dishes. Left satisfied and full;) read more

The food was amazing! Home cooking!!! Yum yum. I had the soup encabollado de pescado with white rice and plantain chips. My husband had the Lomo Saltado de Res with yellow rice, black beans, and avocado salad. Both were excellent and full of flavor! The service was top notch! Highly Recommend!!!! read more

My Quate Taste-Mex - Encebollado de Pescado - Tex-Mex Near Me - Ocala, Florida

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Xavier was our server and he took the best care of us! We had the sampler appetizer and the homemade jalapeño poppers followed by steak tacos with black beans and rice. Then we got a tamale, omg so delicious, and the Ecuadorian fish soup stole the show i added fresh jalapeños to mine and it only made it better read more

My Quate Taste-Mex - Samples My Quate Appetizer, homemade jalapeño poppers, chicken tamale, black beans and rice - Tex-Mex Near Me - Ocala, Florida

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Chips were ok, salsa was good. Went to have Mexican, but figured we would try the Ecuadorian food. I got the Encebollado and my wife got Arroz con Camaron, both were very good! We have never had Ecuadorian food, but will be back to try more. BTW the Tres Leches was also great. read more

Delicious little place on the outskirts of downtown Ocala. The starter chips and salsa was on point so you know it's going to be good when they hit! I had their variety of authentic prepared tacos and they were packed full! Tostones were crispy and delicious and topped it off with a horchata drink which was super tasty. Xavier gave great service and recommended I come back for the stew! 10/10! read more

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Service is impeccable and the food is deliciously fresh! Thank you this place goes on the list.

We went for lunch on a week day and were the only people there. Don't let that deter you! Both men there were so nice and made sure everything was good multiple times. I love when a Mexican restaurant offers black beans instead of refried beans, and this place did! It was decorated nicely and clean. We sat outside! The food was great too. We got a veggie burrito and a chimichanga after we inhaled a ton of chips and salsa. Would recommend and would come back! read more

My Quate Taste-Mex - L. Veggie Burrito - Tex-Mex Near Me - Ocala, Florida

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Please try the absolute best empanadas I've ever had anywhere. The pork empanadas came to my table, hot and unimaginably tasty. I also went with the three taco plate, which were also awesome. What a fantastic meal, great service and a comfortable atmosphere. This is a first grade Mexican restaurant that I will be sure to come back to many many times. Glad I tried it. read more

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I highly recommend the Ecuadorian beef stew entree. It came with sides and we had the rice and black beans. It also came with delicious sweet plantains and slices of avocado. I really liked their guacamole too and my passionfruit smoothie. The prices are so reasonable and everything was homemade. Our server was a very sweet young man. Parking was so convenient too. I like to support small businesses and this place has a lot to offer. I'll definitely be back soon !! read more

One of the best Mexican Food, or Tex-Mex options in Ocala. I am delighted to introduce to you, My Quate. Thanks to my dutiful and ever so faithful hubby who encouraged me to eat out again after a disappointing jaunt to another restaurant that shall not be named, I mustered up the courage to try My Quate yesterday and boy, did it deliver. For one, the wall mural outside facing the parking lot of Frida Kahlo was a beautiful touch/addition and upon entering, I was greeted with Julieta Venega's "Me Voy", which clued me in that I was in for a treat. Starting with the house salsa, it was mighty tasty and reminded me of another delicious restaurant, El Mezcal. However, what set My Quate apart are their drinks, salsa verde, and guacamole mix - and of course the main dish, Quesadilla - Beef a La Mexicana. Starting first with the drinks - I ordered tamarindo and Hubby ordered Orchata. The Tamarindo slushy was the best that I have ever had - and that's saying a lot. While I've never had it in slushy form, it dawned on me as I was having it yesterday that it was the perfect delivery. The drinks packed a delightful punch and I can see it exceedingly satiating after a hot day - and it tastes like a mangonada (where you can find at La Michoacana). The Horchata was also smooth, and sprinkled with cinammon on top. The drinks were extremely enjoyable, and I look forward to having it again soon. Next, we have the Quesadilla - Beef a la Mexicana. Truth be told, I've never tasted this dish before, and it did not disappoint. It was original, authentic, and an interpretation of the owner's rendition of the quesadilla - where the beef was juicy (as it appeared to have been made as a stew with savory spices, onions, jalepenos and carrots). On top of that, the melted cheese along with the lightly crusted tortilla appears to melt in your mouth was extremely delicious. My hubby ordered 3 taco plate with grilled chicken, ground beef and shredded beef. It too, came out delicious and left me excited to try their shredded beef plates. The hostess came out often to check on us and to make sure that we got the best service possible, while also recommending the fish and shrimp soup. All in all, this is a restaurant that knows good food, and how to serve it. We left content and looking forward to coming back to enjoying some good food. read more

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So delicious! Great food, great service, everything was wonderful. The vibes were there with the music and overall cozy casita look. Definitely recommend if you're in Ocala! read more

My Quate Taste-Mex - Shredded Beef Tostada - Tex-Mex Near Me - Ocala, Florida

I'm being super generous with the 4 stars. Everyone rating this 5 stars hasn't had enough Mexican food experiences. Service was slow and the food was underwhelming. Fish taco had shredded weird pieces of fish that tasted like plastic. The "steak" used was some sort of tough minute steak type cut into small pieces. It was odd. The staff are super nice but forgot some things. Overall just decent food. read more

Best black beans and rice. The limeade was spot on. Would make a delicious base for a mojito. My daughter raved about her chicken tacos. We also had two fresh mango smoothies that we delicious. The owner is so friendly and the place is very clean. Only passing through town but I hope I remember this spot for our next trip through. read more

Took the family to try this place. Restaurant was empty at 4pm but service was painfully slow. Menu was confusing and overly complicated. Salsa was basically ketchup without any flavor or spiciness. We waited over an hour for our food and had to go back to the counter to get our drinks and chips refilled. When the food finally arrived, it was NOT good. We even had to wait a long time to pay. We won't be going back. I just hope we don't get sick. read more

Great little Mexican restaurant! The Food is very good, as well as the service. You will not be disappointed.

Great food. Not what I expected for Tex Mex. Nice friendly staff. I will go back. Lot more on the menu to try.

Awesome specialty/additional menu. The gordita is hot, crunchy, and fresh - served with two great verde sauces. The fresh-made limeade slushy (non-alcoholic) is incredibly delicious. Great place with good service and atmosphere. read more

My Quate Taste-Mex - Gordita - Tex-Mex Near Me - Ocala, Florida

Very clean and fresh homemade taste not full of MSG or sodium. Even the deserts were homemade , and a fair price .I will be back!!!

Super cute restaurant. We were passing through Ocala on a road trip and found this place along the way. The location is nicely decorated and super clean. Our server was polite and gave us several recommendations on what to order. Their menu has tons of options and we settled on Flautas, a Chicken Quesadilla, a Chicken Tortilla Soup and a beef stew plate. Everything was delicious. Our only regret was not saving room for dessert BUT we'll be back :) read more

Best Mexican food I've had since I left Los Angeles, where I grew up. Get the tamales, the empanadas, and the chicken tortilla soup.

Oh geez, yelp steers me right again. We were the only diners on a Monday night at this colorful new eatery near downtown Ocala. Taking a cue from Yelp reviews, we shared the beef empanadas. They were deep fried vs baked which was a new one for me, though they passed the deep fry index with flying colors. Clean fresh oil at the perfect temp, rendering these savory hand pies crisp, airy and dry to the touch. Really tasty beef filling was fresh and well seasoned. This was a winner all around our table! This Mexican restaurant proudly features Ecuadorian dishes, so I'm going to guess that's their true home cooking and they're hedging their bets by rounding out the menu with burritos, tacos and enchiladas. I let our server order for me and had Carne Guisada, an Ecuadorian beef stew served with black beans, impeccable rice in a timbale, sliced avocado and fried plantains. Perfect execution all around the plate, tender beef with complex mild chile flavors. A fantastic value at $18.99. This is food cooked with love and served with pride. My table mates had burritos and tacos and enjoyed them. Definitely going back to try tamales and more of the Ecuadorian specials. We all loved the brightly flavored salsa that came with chips and wondered if there was orange peel in there? Yummy. Yelpers, this is the kind of place I love when you send me to! read more

The service was very good and the food was literally outstanding. I am from California and we are surrounded with great Mexican food and the food here was better than almost anyplace I have been!!! Delicious chicken tortilla soup (best I have ever had) and very likely the best chicken quesadilla I have had! read more

The service was great!.. My partner had the chicken,steak and shrimp fajitas which he asked the waiter if he could get the chef to not over cook the shrimp and they came out perfect. I had the chimichanga beef, very tasty. My partner's fajitas came with tortillas and they were homemade. The inside is very nice and they were playing Mexican music but not to loud. One of the best Mexican restaurants I've been to. read more

This is our favorite place in Ocala! The food is amazing. Typically not a huge fan of Mexican but came because of reviews. They were not wrong. So much better than typical Mexican food. Owner is from Ecuador and it makes a massive difference. Do not miss the guacamole because it is freaking delicious. Give them a try. If you're passing through it's worth the 3 or 4 milea off the interstate. They do not disappoint. read more

The food is flavorful and high quality. The service is fast and the waiter was so nice! We will definitely be coming back when we are in the area. The sauces are so good, especially the salsa verde. We highly recommend coming here. read more

Wow! A new favorite :-) fresh, fast and friendly with a relaxed vibe, we ordered a chicken quesadilla, the steak a la Mexicana burrito and a stuffed poblano, all cooked to perfection and full of flavor. Definitely recommend and we will be back for sure. read more

Great taco bowl chorizo so so so so good great cook and family owned goes above and beyond

I wish I could give this place more stars!! It was the most incredible Mexican food I have had to this day. For starters, the guacamole. Its was fresh and full of flavor. Secondly, the main meal! I got the Arroz Con Pollo and it was incredible!! Everything was homemade and delicious. The service was also great. The food came out super fast and they were very nice!! Overall, this place was an 11 out of 10! read more

The service was wonderful! The food is authentic and delicious and we left very happy and full. We will definitely be back!!

The restaurant is beautifully painted in Mexican style with Mexican music playing not too loud. The server was sweet and did a great job. She brought us two baskets of nachos without asking. Everything is freshly made. Salsa is delicious . I do not eat animals, so I ordered a veggie enchilada, no cheese. it came with black beans and rice. SOOO delicious . This place has the best Mexican food in Ocala. Will definitely return. read more

What's not to like? Easy to find, plenty of parking in Downtown Ocala, Great offerings and prices, Beer & Wine available. I was here for lunch and with a beer got away for under $20. Carne Asada came with three sides and Chips w Salsa. Attentive and pleasant staff. Definitely will come again. read more

Current favorite Mexican food in Ocala area. I've tried the chimichanga and the carne asada tacos. Love it.

Wow! We loved this place. We weren't able to dine in, just did a quick take out. Our order was promptly taken and ready when it was said it would be, the gentleman was so friendly over the phone. The atmosphere is charming and service was just as friendly in person as over the phone. The food was authentic, accurate as ordered & delicious. This birria tacos were the best I have had yet. The habanero hot sauce is definitely a must. This is just the place we've been looking for since we moved. We can't wait to make this our designated date night go to. Success is so deserving here. read more

Great food! Family ran with a passion for genuinely fresh ingredients. Check this place out! You don't want to miss the chance to eat Authentic regional dishes. read more

Food was great, if you like spicy, try their habanero sauce! Service was awesome, our server Javier was extremely nice and attentive.

Excellent service & excellent food. Every person working here is so nice and provided great service!! We were even able to meet the cook himself. All of the food was delicious and incredibly fresh. Their menu is large providing plenty of variety. Can't wait to go back and try more items. Highly recommend this restaurant. read more