Firstly, literally the best tasting tacos in Decatur! Secondly, the best price! The service was as…read moreaverage with only one person running the cashier who also serves the food. The space is very small, no more than 8 people can realistically eat inside but there's some outside tables by the back parking lot (with free parking). If you're looking for value and quality tacos, this is the spot! My only negative, the chips they serve are cold and kept in big plastic containers. They could do with a bit of heating but they taste amazing!

Los Niños Taqueria in Decatur is the culinary equivalent of that tiny friend who somehow wins every…read morefight. The place is *small*. Not "cozy." Not "intimate." Small enough that if two people exhale at the same time, someone has to step outside. And yet -- the tacos are outrageously good. The shrimp tacos arrive like they have something to prove. The shrimp are perfectly seasoned, juicy, and packed into warm tortillas with the confidence of a restaurant charging triple the price in Midtown. Then come the fish tacos: crispy, flaky, absurdly satisfying little miracles that make you temporarily forget every bad seafood taco you've suffered through in your life. There's barely any seating inside, but there are a couple of benches out back in the open air where you can sit, contemplate your life choices, and wonder why you've spent money at chain restaurants when this place exists. Now we must discuss the horchata situation. I am convinced horchata at Los Niños is either a legend, a social experiment, or a spiritual concept. They *never* have it. Ever. At this point, I assume someone walks in every morning asking for horchata and the staff simply whispers, "Not since the incident..." Still, none of it matters because the tacos are phenomenal. You leave slightly cramped, mildly confused about the beverage program, but deeply happy.

This was my first visit to this restaurant, and unfortunately it was a very disappointing…read moreexperience. We visited after a graduation celebration and were looking forward to a memorable meal. The experience got off to a rough start with hosts who were not particularly warm or welcoming. Once seated, things only went downhill. Our waiter seemed disorganized from the beginning. We ordered appetizers first, but they arrived at different times, and to make matters worse, the graduate in our party received her main entrée at the same time the rest of us were receiving appetizers. I politely explained that it didn't make sense for one guest to be eating her entrée while everyone else was still eating appetizers and waiting for their meals. His response was confusing and didn't really address the issue, so we let it go. Unfortunately, the graduate's steak was served cold. Rather than preparing a fresh one, the restaurant simply took it back and returned it about two minutes later. It appeared to be the exact same steak based on how we had left it when it was sent back, and while I'm not sure whether restaurants typically reheat food or prepare a new dish altogether, this one was reheated. To make matters worse, the graduate ended up with a stomachache after eating it. As we continued waiting, our entrées never arrived. The waiter was polite but extremely inattentive. We repeatedly had to flag him down because he rarely checked on our table. After a VERY long wait, I asked about the rest of our meals. At that point, he admitted that he had forgotten to place our entree orders altogether. He then had to take all of our orders again and submit them to the kitchen. By the time our food finally arrived, we were no longer hungry and were extremely frustrated, despite remaining patient and courteous throughout the entire experience. The entrées were decent, but nothing exceptional, especially considering the extremely excessive wait and service issues. The waiter did bring a small dessert for the graduate, which was a nice touch, but it felt more like a complimentary gesture because he had forgotten our entrées than a genuine celebration of the occasion, especially given how disastrous the overall experience had been. What should have been a joyful graduation celebration turned into an exhausting and disappointing dining experience. While the waiter was polite, the service was slow, disorganized, and lacking attention to detail. Overall, this was a poor first experience and not one I would be eager to repeat.

We visited Casa Balam on a Sunday evening for dinner. Server Charlotte was great. They had the…read moredoors to the patio open and the night was pretty chilly. She was accommodating to my friend's request for them to close the door. She was also helped when we both expressed our Churrasco steaks were well done when we both ordered medium. She brought them back to the kitchen and had them remade. I forgot to take photos for those but I was chewing for way too long on the first bite and barely had any pink meat. A few other things we ordered were the crab cake and Brussel sprouts, which were both really good. I got the birria empanada, which unfortunately was not seasoned at all. It was fried to perfect tho. Overall it was an underwhelming experience and I would likely not return.

La Chiquiada is fantastic! Shoutout to Cat and the crew for taking great care of us. And shoutout…read moreto free validated parking here. The chips with Guac, queso, and salsa are a must order. Some of the best chips and dip I've had in ATL. The mission burrito with grouper was delicious. The portions are absolutely massive and the flavor is on point. Can't wait to return!

O-M-G - who knew on a wednesday night we would find one of the best dinners EVER!!! 3 of us had the…read morespecial only on Wednesdays- and then my hubby - less happy got the quesadillas but even the dipping sauces were delicious

We were looking for something more than just a typical taqueria and came across Santo Cantina y…read moreCocina--and it absolutely lived up to the hype from its great Yelp reviews. There were so many tempting options on the menu, but we landed on the empanadas with mango slaw, birria tacos with a side of vegetables, and the enchiladas suizas. Every single dish was mouthwateringly delicious--nothing fell short of spectacular. Even the service stood out; our waitress was outstanding and made the whole experience even better. The portions are generous, and what really sets this place apart is the seasoning. Each dish had its own unique twist that elevated it well beyond your standard Mexican menu. The slow-cooked meat in both the empanadas and birria tacos was incredibly tender--so good it kept us going back for "just one more bite" long after we were full. And the tomatillo sauce on the enchiladas? Easily the best I've ever had--and I don't say that lightly. I'm a bit of a tomatillo sauce snob, and this one completely blew me away. We're just visiting the area, but this quaint little spot--with its charming covered patio--left a lasting impression on our trip. If you're local, this should be in your regular rotation. If you're visiting, don't miss it

Hands down the best guacamole ever!…read more I also enjoyed a very tasty Birria Quesadilla Service is wonderful!

Food and service were above average and I will go back. They have a really nice patio for when the…read moreweather cooperates and the whole vibe here was set to "chill"...lots of people come out to this little intersection for the different businesses nearby so parking is a bit of a challenge but patience will eventually be rewarded.

The cantina is small shop with adjacent outdoor seating. The shop is filled with all memorabilia…read morefrom Mexico and other countries. Music is loud enough to carry our conversations. Seating is cozy and limited. Service is great. The drinks are unique and strong. The food is a hit and miss. The Yuka fries and sauce are very few for a side. The fries are cripsy and tasty. The sauce is a nice compliment The veggie torda is adequate and super tasty. Th chips and the 4 sauces(?) Is a good deal. The chips are crispy and tasty. The gauc is fresh, the salsas are fresh, tasty and unique. The cheese is tasty. The tacos are a miss- the fish tacos are ok. The chicken taco is raw with bland chicken .The tofu taco is different but nothing to boast about. Some of the tacos are topped with raw red onions, which are pungent and raw. This takes away the taste and a bad after taste.

Coyotes's is Five Star. The food is delicious and plentiful. The drinks-Margaritas are strong and…read moreyou get a lot for the money! The staff are friendly and on point. The wait time for staff is nonexistent, even at lunch time.

This place absolutely exceeded expectations. I went in with pretty low hopes--Yelp reviews usually…read moresteer me right, but they definitely missed the mark here in the best way. The atmosphere outside was perfect, especially with the warm weather. Inside felt a little average, so I'd say this is definitely more of a summer/outdoor spot. We started with chips, queso, and the salsa with peppers. The chips were just right--crunchy without being overly greasy. The queso was excellent, especially with the crispy top, and the salsa had a great balance of flavor and spice. My girlfriend ordered the chimichanga, and it was spot on. The shell was perfectly crisp and the meat inside was flavorful and tender. I got the off-menu fajitas with steak and shrimp--absolutely amazing. The steak was cooked perfectly, the shrimp was flavorful, and the grilled onions tied it all together. Even the rice on the side impressed me, which doesn't usually happen. We wrapped things up with churros for dessert. They were decent--not a standout, but still a nice finish. All of that for around $50? I was seriously impressed. Great meal, great service, and definitely a spot I'll be coming back to.

I had a monster chicken quesadilla... It was so good. Service was great. We sat outside.read more

I used to really love this place SO much! But after countless miscommunications with staff, hours…read moreon Yelp, Google, the internet, etc. they are definitely NOT opened as much as they advertise! Tell me why we went to eat in tonight at 8:30 and all of the chairs were on tables already and we stupidly thought we could sit at the bar to order and they said they are closed.... You're closed over an extra hour than what you're advertising on the internet?!? Not to mention a few months back I brought a few friends here (1 is from Mexico and they as very excited to try this place after my hype) and we walked in and the waitress was very pushy and told us we had to order absolutely everything we wanted because they would be closing in 5 minutes... it was freaking 8 o'clock!!! Not a great way to run business and ever since it's been under new ownership, I've heard several remarks that it's going down. It's such a shame because I used to love this place but don't false advertise... I'll take my friends to Twain's, Brick Store or RREAL Tacos before ever doing this again. I've learned my lesson the past few times. Really sucks. RIP old owners because this place *USED* to be the best!

I really love the idea of offering three distinct Latin menus. Cuban, Mexican, and Spanish. We…read morekicked things off with chips and salsa, and I was seriously impressed. The salsa was hands-down the best I've had, fresh, flavorful, and perfectly textured, so it stayed on the chip (you know what I mean). Service was so kind and efficient! I ordered the seafood paella and was blown away by how fresh everything tasted. Even the single portion was filling and satisfying with leftovers. The paloma was a bit heavy on the liquor but if that's your thing, it's perfect! What stood out just as much as the food was the atmosphere. Even with families and young kids around, it still felt calm and relaxed. It's clear this is a spot the local community truly loves. I just started an Atlanta food list to share with friends, and this place is definitely going right at the top.

Such a cute little place. Like a neighborhood gem. It's a local Mexican restaurant set up like a…read morepizza shop. Not really a hostess area but we walked right in for a mid week lunch. They also have outdoor seating. Jamaica drink was pretty good but went fast. I think no free refills. No pico but they have chunky, flavorful salsa and it wasn't too spicy. We were so hungry I forgot to take pics but I had the shrimp tacos and queso. We also had double rice and beans. Everything was a hit for us. My son was very happy the rice and beans weren't spicy but he didn't like the green garnish. I thought it was cute though lol Otherwise it was good. We spent less that $40 for the meal, drink, kids meal and queso. Not too bad. Quality and great tasting meal. Nice portion size. We will be back.

My daughter & I love rreal taco, we don't normally go to the decatur location but we were in the…read morearea and decided to stop by. It was a very busy Friday evening, our waiter was Nyla I believe and she had great customer service. The manager Jp was amazing as well, he spoke with all the guest to make sure we were enjoying our experience. He was very helpful and caring, you don't see that to often. safe to say I would definitely come back when I'm in the area. Thanks again

Had their taco catering bar from this place and was very impressed with the quality of the food!…read more Highlights were really all the food! Everything was fresh and tasty! The chicken was flavorful and loved that they had a Spanish rice and a green rice. Tortillas were fresh and the tortilla chips and salsa were delicious. Loved that they had onions and limes to add a little authentic flair to your tacos! Can't comment on the service or ambience of the restaurant since it was catered but the food I enjoyed was great!

Tortuga y Chango is such a gem! I've been meaning to get here for a while and finally had a chance…read moreto visit. It's located in the Oakhurst neighborhood in Decatur. They recently underwent some changes and have a new chef. It's a mezcal and tequila bar that serves great food as well. Parking is free. They're open Thursday through Sunday and serve brunch on weekends as well. Surprisingly, they were empty when I arrived and I decided to sit at the bar. I started with a house margarita. It's one of the best margaritas I've had at a restaurant in a while. It was so fresh and delicious. The bartender also let me sample some sotol which is a distilled spirit from a dasylirion plant. She described it as a mix of tequila and mezcal and the description was spot on. The menu isn't extensive and is composed of a few appetizers and tacos. I ordered the elote and carnitas, Al pastor and asada tacos. The tacos are 3 for $12 or 1 for $5. Everything was delicious and flavorful. I received great service and was quite satisfied with my selections. I cannot wait to return!

Super cozy place with a limited but well curated menu. I…read moremade a reservation prior to coming here but we were still seated at the bar by the kitchen. Table situation is very limited here and I'm not sure how one would go about actually scoring a table. The service was great. We got our drinks pretty quickly and the food followed. For drinks we tried El Paraguas and Negroni. Both delicious. Apps were Tetelas (masa cake) and Pulpo. One of the best octopus dishes I've had. We then proceeded with Carne Parrilla and Scallops. I'd absolutely order this again! Overall: great bar, street parking, good food and service. Very small space so either arrive early or make a reservation.