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    Okay Maguey

    4.5 (158 reviews)
    Closed 11:00 am - 9:00 pm

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    OKAY MAGUEY ATMOSPHERE

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    Dogs allowed
    Happy hour specials
    Outdoor seating

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    Drink Menu - March 2026
    Nick C.

    Stopped by for lunch while I was in the area on a weekend and was really impressed. The service was fun and friendly throughout the time were were there. We started with the queso and it was really tasty. Of course we also asked for the chorizo with the queso. I also loved that they made sure to ask to let them know if we needed any extra tortillas. There was so much queso. I was a little worried about the reviews regarding the portion sizes but after eating the queso I just had enough space for pescadillas that I ordered. I enjoyed the pescadillas, and really liked the salsa that came with it. The pescadillas were nice and crispy and pretty tasty, but my favorite was still the queso. I can't wait to come back and try other options on the menu.

    Maguey bowl
    Desiree D.

    We found this place on our way to Costco one day and it did not disappoint. The vibe inside is fun updated Mexican cantina and the service was exceptional. The queso fundido with chorizo was cheesy and delicious. And the maguey bowl with carne asada was really good. This place is for sure a hit.

    Esquites

    We've visited Okay Maguey several times now since we live just down the street, and it's become one of our regular spots. One thing that always stands out is the owner usually working behind the bar and greeting guests as they walk in. He does a great job making the place feel welcoming and recognizing returning customers, which adds a lot to the experience. The food is excellent and a little different from the typical Sonoran-style Mexican restaurants in the area. The menu leans more central Mexico/Mexico City style, which keeps things interesting and gives them a unique identity. There's a great variety of tacos, and Taco Tuesday is definitely worth checking out for the deals alone. Our usual go-to appetizers are the flautas or guac, and for entrées we love the enchiladas mole or enchiladas suizas. Honestly, you can't really go wrong with the tacos either. It just depends what you're in the mood for that day. Always a solid experience and somewhere we'll continue coming back

    Various type of tacos
    Hugh N.

    Nice patio to dine around noon in early march with beautiful weather. Service was excellent and friendly staff. Food was good to the tasting. The corn dish should be fresh, not from the cans -- we didn't like it. I wish it offers a few more options for vegetarians. Overall, it was good food and value -- our party enjoyed it & will come back !

    Raquel H.

    Wow!! What a disappointing food experience. Let me star with the good. The staff was very friendly and attentive. The michelada was very good and overall the dining and kitchen area looked very clean. The steak was good but not worth the price . The guacamole was reasonably priced for what the amount you get but no flavor. The beans tasted old and metallic The rice tasted like they wanted to make it flavorful but failed. The carnitas were not good at all. They had a very weird taste to them. The enchiladas suizas were missing something, there was really no flavor to the sauce and the chicken had a chipotle flavor that didn't complement the tomatillo taste. We didn't like that the chef was grabbing everything with his bare hands and wasn't wearing gloves. Sadly this place wasn't for us . The decoration are nice and the restaurant itself is very cute but the food for us just didn't cut it.

    Katie B.

    I had a great meal and fantastic experience at Okay Maguey on a Monday evening for dinner with my family. Miguel was our server and he is absolutely amazing. So friendly, helpful, engaging, attentive and comfortable- overall just an awesome guy. Our meal was incredible too! They have a very creative menu! Standard offerings like tacos, enchiladas burritos and margaritas but super creative and unique spins on the items. We tried the enchiladas suizas, the birria tacos, both fantastic , also tried a few singular tacos - and there is a pork taco with bacon and cheese that was recommended by Miguel - was hesitant at first but it was INCREDIBLE and my favorite one. Overall 10/10 experience. We will absolutely be back!

    Seating area, garage door open
    Ashley W.

    Okay Maguey! I see you! This has quickly become a favorite happy hour spot for my husband and I! We'd been waiting a long time for this place to open and well worth the wait! The service is great, all the food and drinks have such unique flavors! It's a must try. They have several different types of tequila at the bar, and I am obsessed with their guava margarita! My husbands family was born and raised in Mexico, and some of the dishes I've had hear taste like I'm visiting his grandmas house! So delicious. They also had the chile verde pork, never even dreamt of that before and it was perfection. So savory and full of flavor. I love trying the different dishes they have and hanging at the bar for a nice HH treat.

    Chicken burrito
    Elizabeth G.

    I was really expecting a better Mexican food experience considering I was in Arizona. But I can get better American Mexican, and authentic Mexican in Ohio. The service workers are what's saving this review. Our server was so kind and did a great job serving our larger party. My main gripe is the food. The burrito was so bland. The grilled chicken tasted like there was no seasoning on it, and there was no sauce. Really lacked flavor. It was just grilled chicken and lettuce in a tortilla. The margarita was a margarita ‍ They also had a dj that was right next to our table, but we couldn't really hear any music. So I'm not sure what he was dj'ing? Overall rating: 2/5 I hate leaving a negative review, but this isn't a place I would recommend.

    Sabine T.

    Okay Maguey was a really neat little place to dine at! You can't really tell from the outside how cute it is inside. It's not pretentious at all, and has bright colors and beautiful murals - very inviting! The service was top notch - super-friendly, very attentive. I felt very welcomed. Tacos are $1 off on Tuesdays AND Sundays. The food and drinks were delicious. Quite a few items to choose from on the menu, and vegetarian options if you do not eat meat/seafood. They also have a cute little patio if you'd rather sit outside. I'd definitely recommend this place, and would go back, myself!

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    Dani D.

    Wow please try this place! We came for snacks after getting our nails done at Champere nails and got chips with salsa and cheese, and margs/paloma/beers. Great service. Everything tasted soooo good I will be back!

    Great guacamole
    Martin W.

    Great drinks, food and service. What else needs to be said. The patio looks great too.

    House margarita
    Angel H.

    This was the second location we've been to of the chain and I would say it is the better one. Luckily, it is also down the street from us. My husband and I wanted a casual dinner with the kids as we had gone out the night before to celebrate our anniversary. I was really craving tacos. Our neighbors had recommended this location so w we gave it a try. The menu is pretty to the point but I'm not great with Spanish. I don't want to butcher the names so I'll just use my descriptions of the tacos I ordered: al pastor, shrimp and pork chop with bacon. Yes, there is a pork chop taco. My husband got what I believe was the enchiladas verde. We both enjoyed our meals. I just wish there was a hot salsa that had a little more heat or an option to order chips and salsa. Our margs were definitely delicious. They know what they're doing there for sure. Other than that, service and food was wonderful. We'll be back!

    Shrimp cocktail

    Food is top notch, service is unbelievable We keep coming back it doesn't disappoint!

    Enchiladas suizas

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    Service is really good and the food is excellent!! Apps are on point. Will definitely be coming back.

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    I LOVED this place. Great atmosphere and the two tacos I had (GRINGA and NEW YORK MAGUEY) were heavenly!!! Excellent service too!

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    Great place for good tacos - good ambience, good food, good staff. Been there a few times I like it.

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    The food was authentic and delicious! Service provided by Anna was outstanding! Margaritas yummy and spicy!

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