I had a craving for authentic cuisine and I debated about an adult beverage, but; when in Rome....or south of the border. I did order a side of guacamole, it was fair. Everything else was as anticipated!! Hit the spot for my craving. read more

Playa Azul - Pollo Ranchero - Mexican Near Me - Winston-Salem, North Carolina

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This place has been around quite a while, and I had never been. It was worth going to for sure. The prices are about average. This a basic place, not divey, but budget for sure. Lots of color inside. I like places like this! I came in with a friend and ordered fish tacos. It came with rice and beans. All of the food was good, including the table chips, which were better than I had expected. Good salsa, and the picante sauce was quite good and not too hot. The fish on the tacos was sliced up and cooked perfectly. Some of the best I've had recently. My friend had tacos al pastor, and he said they were tasty. Add to that, the service. They were always there and constantly popping by to see if we needed anything. Super friendly too. I would come back for sure. read more

Playa Azul - Fish tacos - Mexican Near Me - Winston-Salem, North Carolina

We came here on a Wednesday around noon and there was plenty of seating available. I ordered the fajitas quesadilla with a side of rice. It was enjoyable and the steak was cooked well. I ordered cheese sauce with my chips & salsa. I wish the cheese sauce was a bit thicker, but I still liked it. My friend got enchiladas and she really enjoyed it. Overall, I would say we had a positive experience and I would want to come back. read more

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We were busy running errands on Sunday and were looking for a new to us lunch spot in the area. We've seen Playa Azul many times when shopping at Lowes Foods so we decided to stop in. We arrived shortly after they opened and were greeted immediately and taken to a booth. The server provided us menus and took our drink orders. When we arrived there was only one other table seated. The menu is HUGE! Almost too huge for us, it was hard to make a decision. We also question if a restaurant with such a large menu can possibly offer fresh ingredients when the menu is SOOOO big. We did notice they offer lunch specials even on the weekend which is always appreciated. We were brought a basket of chips and salsa for the table. The chips were warm and the salsa was just they way I prefer it, not chunky. Honestly, we looked over the menu for probably 10 minutes before making our decisions. My wife decided on the La Ixtapa which features steak, chicken, shrimp and sausage. Served with tortillas and rice and beans which we requested double rice, no beans. I ordered the Chile Colorado, also double rice, no beans. While we were munching on our chips another set of customers arrived and were seated. Our food arrived in a timely manner and looked good. My wife's also came on a sizzling plate which she always enjoys. She decided to ask for a side of guacamole to enjoy with her protein and the young woman brought it quickly which she appreciated. My plate had the double rice, no beans but my wife's did not, it was the standard beans and rice but we opted not to bring it to their attention and just eat the rice. I enjoyed my meal but thought the sauce had way to much cinnamon spice. I recognize that some recipes call for cinnamon in Chile Colorado but I've never had such a strong cinnamon taste before and I've ordered Chile Colorado many times. Our server checked on us throughout and we felt adequately taken care of. Overall the experience was okay but we will continue to go to one of our other favorite spots when we are craving Mexican food. read more

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This small restaurant has a very crowded, confined feel to it, even when almost empty - sectioned off into 2 narrow areas separated by a divider, with booths against the walls, a narrow aisle, long tables across that aisle on each side. They are not the most punctual of folks, finally opening the doors at 10 after 11 - I had tried to eat here once before but gave up after more than10 minutes. It quickly became obvious that even after opening 10 minutes late, they were not ready for prime time. I had quickly ordered a Dos Equis LAGER. After 10 minutes or so I received some salsa and chips, and after a few more minutes the beer came, and it was an AMBER. I told the server that that I had ordered a LAGER. Another older gentleman (manager/owner?) walked by a that moment and said in a rather chippy manner that they didn't have the Lager. I simply said, that might have been important to mention when I ordered it! I chose to keep what was served rather than wait for a replacement - second big mistake, first was staying here. By the time my order (Carnitas Dinner, side of Pepino (Cucumber, chili powder, lime, and I added some salt and pepper) arrived I had discovered that my beer, yeap that wrong beer, was at best barely cool. I endeavored to preserve, so I began the meal. The cucumbers were very nice, refreshing. The refried beans were among the best I've tasted in this area, mostly mashed, but more than few whole ones. The salad and pico were also nice. The slices of avocado were old, very mushy, moved them aside, quickly. The centerpiece, the Carnitas, were of the shredded kind rather than cubed, as the authentic version usually calls for. It is hard to get the best outside crust with this approach. In addition, there were some pieces that were completely charred, could not be eaten. And the hits just keep on coming. Finally gave up the ghost, ask for the check, paid, stumbled out, embracing the real world. As for this place - no mas! read more

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A very inexpensive and delicious Mexican restaurant I had gotten referred here by several non-Yelpers (come on Yelp peeps get the word out). So all the walls are a bright blue and the place is very colorful on top of that. We came with a small group and I ordered the California Burrito (which that name seems to be a trend here in NC). The steak was very tender and filled with rice and beans, topped with a cream sauce and avocados what could go wrong...NOTHING COULD...it was great. The chips and salsa for free are wonderful with some heat and since I like it hot the server brought out some of the homemade salsa which was like Mexican salsa had a baby with Asian Chili Sauce...not for the weak that is for sure. Great place and a great price, two people for less than $20...yep...it is good...!!!! read more

Playa Azul - California burrito - Mexican Near Me - Winston-Salem, North Carolina

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Great little Mexican restaurant off of Reynolda Road in the Planet Fitness shopping center. The food is very good and the menu prices are fair. Great crew of people working there. read more

Playa Azul has a massive menu that puts Cheesecake Factory to shame. This usually frightens me... wondering if they go days without selling the item I'm about to order. I decided to play it safe and go with Birria... but in taco form? Quesabirria? Or perhaps the Pizza Birria!!! I envisioned a round tortilla, layers of cheese, birria, tomatoes, jalapeños, onions and cilantro... a colorful round quesadilla topped with goodies to look like a pizza. But no, as you can see in my photo, it was served like a standard quesadilla but with white cheese sauce on top. I hate that white cheese sauce. But the birria was good... it just needed some brightness, like tomatoes, jalapeños, onions and cilantro on top. And leave it round... you know... like a pizza. I'll definitely be back... there got to be some gems on this massive menu... like 10 meat options for their street tacos. Maybe next time I'll try their Molcajete. read more

Playa Azul - Pizza Birria - Mexican Near Me - Winston-Salem, North Carolina

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My husband and I have been here many times. Food never disappoints. Service is always friendly and fast. They also have great margaritas. read more

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I am a regular here! I love this place. I am surprised I have not reviewed them yet. The staff are cool people. Always a joy to talk to when I come in. I typically always order the same meal, the chori pollo and it's always on point. Comes with rice and beans & 2 flour tortillas but I switch to 4 corn tortillas. The food is always good literally every time I go. The prices are affordable and they offer quite a variety. I am puzzled as to why their sanitation is not hire every time I go but I like it so much I still go smh. The store is smaller so if you go on May 5th be prepared. There is seats to the left and right, well booths with a little seating in the middle and the bar. My absolute favorite in Winston! Go... go... check them out! read more

I went as soon as they opened hopeful for the best experience. Of course i was greeted and seated immediately. The service was friendly and on point. The chips were cold, the salsa bland and the rest of the meal was the same. The most unflavored Brria tacos even the con-some didn't help with the flavor. The most somewhat appetizing parts of the lunch was the guacamole. Even the shrimp quesadilla was meh.... read more

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First time eating here and it was a to-go order. I was impressed with the variety of options they had, not just traditional American-Mexican options like you see at La Caretta and Mi Pueblo. I went with the Tacos de Birria which came with a consommé and a side of rice and beans. I also ordered chips and guacamole, plus churros, since I was craving something sweet. I've never had birria before so I don't have anything to compare it to. And with it being a to-go order any item can sometimes end up soggy by the time you eat it. Unfortunately I think that was the case with mine. As far as flavor goes, it was pretty good. Not too spicy! Based on photos I've seen of this same item it appears it has the potential to be more crispy in regards to the shell, which I think I would enjoy more. The consommé was great to dip the tacos in though. Guacamole was ok. Was expecting a bigger portion for the amount I paid and a little too much onion in my opinion. I prefer guacamole that is more creamy vs. chunky. Churros was a pleasant treat but again, soggy by the time I got to eat them. Overall I think this restaurant has potential, and based on other reviews I think it's worth trying, especially if it's to dine-in. read more

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This is my wife and I's go-to place for any kind of food in Winston. I love the choripollo and my wife always gets the carne asada tacos. The guacamole is always on point too. The service is the best and most consistent that I've seen in Winston, the food always comes out super fast and the staff is very friendly. It's definitely a no-frills kind of place and not too fancy, which I like. Most importantly, the prices absolutely can not be beat. This place is a must if you like Mexican. read more

Doesn't look like much from the outside, but if you want amazing Mexican food at great prices, get here now. We had a large party and called ahead. They were great with getting everything set up before we got there. Service was wonderful and the inside is cool looking. I got the black bean soup and the chicken fajitas. All the food tasted fresh and was very good. They kept us supplied with chips and salsa the whole meal (and, really good salsa). All in all, a great experience. read more

my favorite place for a quick to go order.....fast & reasonable prices for sure.....they make everything fresh every morning so I know the chips will be awesome....I started coming here once a week but now I try twice a week.....great food & nice managers read more

From San Diego California, so wasn't sure how this would compare... it was excellent! Hector was our server and he is sweet as can be!! Super legit, Mexican cuisine read more

Great food and drinks. Stopped in for lunch and had a special and a michelada and it was all good. I'll definitely be back.

Passing by and stopped in- SO GOOD! My daughter and I both got the Chicken soup. We added a little of their homemade hot sauce and it was so delicious!! My new favorite. read more

Best beef fajitas I ever had - lick the plate delicious ! That's what we get every time, so I can't comment on other dishes. The chips and salsa are very good too. read more

Employees are very welcoming, The Food Is so freaking Delicious!! It truly gives the Guerrero Or Acapulqueño Vibes of the Flavor.‍. If you're a fan of micheladas this is deff your place! read more

Nice little restaurant. Delicious food, seems more authentic than a lot of places. The server was very quick and on top of anything we needed and even brought us a little dessert thing on the house! Loved it. read more

Very good Mexican restaurant. Most are the same but they do it more authentic. The street tacos are very good. I got the ACP. It was delicious and just the right amount. Instead of the basic ACP they add a little Asian flare to it. Adding water chestnuts, baby corn, and pea pods. The fajitas were a little salty but not bad. Plenty of meat and veggies all piled high. read more

Playa Azul - Steak and chicken fajitas for two! - Mexican Near Me - Winston-Salem, North Carolina

We liked this place when it was Tequila's, but it's much better now! Under new management/owners, this spot is still delicious and fairly priced, but now the wait staff is warm, the portions are HUGE (see pic), and it just has a nice family vibe going on. It's the kind of service that is perfectly balanced - attentive but not hovering. The guacamole was a huge improvement and they even offered a free dessert on the evening we went. Can't wait to try a margarita next time! read more

Playa Azul - Burrito California, Taquitos Mexicanos - Mexican Near Me - Winston-Salem, North Carolina

Not the worst Mexican food I've ever had, but certainly not the best. Food was greasy, they charge extra to have things removed from your order, and the beer tastes watered down. If you're just wanting a cheap meal it's not bad, but I wouldn't recommend it or go out of my way to go here. Plenty of room to improve. read more

First time in here since the establishment changed. The service was phenomenal, we were checked on multiple times just to make sure we had everything we needed and that we were enjoying our food. The food was just your typical Mexican food. I had the lunch Texas fajitas, for a lunch portion it was still enough I could have split with someone. I will update this review as I go more and try different items on the menu. However we were impressed. I was very impressed with the flavor of the vegetables in my Texas fajitas. I saw another review that stated it was a hole in the wall establishment and that is so true! However it is worth checking out! read more

Really pleased with Playa Azul. I'm a big fan of authentic Mexican food, but my mom prefers the more classic American style restaurant with free salsa and big margaritas. Playa Azul is a great combination of both, and my whole family left extremely satisfied. I got the birria tacos both times I went, and they were amazing. The rest of my family was equally pleased with their food as well. Our server was very nice and attentive as well. Overall, I hope this place does well, because they do a great job and have something for everyone. I highly recommend Playa Azul to anyone who appreciates good Mexican. read more

Pretty good food and quick take out. Very convenient. I've gotten carne asada tacos and ask for beans and rice in the side

This looks the same as it was when it was Tequila, just painted a little different. I am not sure if it is the same owners. The staff are friendly, food is ok. It seems they have the same food as Tequila. I always ask for the white salsa- it is good- I can' describe it tho! sort of ranch esque. Chips and salsa are good. Food is as good as any other mexican place. Prices could be cheaper. read more

Staff is super attentive and nice. I had tacos and they were FAR BETTER than Pancho Villa or others in the area. The Large Margarita is HUGE, check out the photo. It's kind of a "hole in the wal sort of place, but I really enjoyed it. I could tell the meat was marinated well and not just heated up. The menu is totally different than what Tequila (the previous restaurant) had. I also like that they have some authentic Mexican dishes. read more

Playa Azul is an unassuming place. The service is exceptional. All the staff are very friendly and make sure you are well taken care of. The food is excellent. Good flavor, good seasoning and nice presentation. I recommend the Burrito California, Caldo de Cameron, Pescado Veracruz and the tacos (la lengua is my favorite). We are regulars now and ALWAYS have a great meal! HIGHLY RECOMMEND!!! read more

Wow! Absolutely delicious food. Great service. Everyone is friendly and attentive. You get your beverages and tortillas immediately Get the California Burrito. It's huge and delicious. They don't skimp on the queso sauce either! We just like this place a lot. read more

We figured we'd try this new local spot that used to be Tequila, but it clearly isn't. The menu seems to try too hard and has a lot of random stuff mixed together, such as hibachi style vegetables in the ACP Supremo. (I can't have broccoli or cauliflower, so I spent 5 minutes picking them out. There was no mention of what the vegetables were, but also who puts squash, zucchini, broccoli, and cauliflower in ACP?) Maybe they'll get their act together, but I'll never find out. read more

The good and the service were great! Things definitely work better together than on their own and there were only a few things I'd improve on in the case of food or service. I'm hoping it all gets better from here! The music was pretty good too - not too loud. Definitely worth coming to with the family or a date. read more

Service was great and the food was awesome. My husband is allergic to onions and we mentioned it when we ordered our food. When the fish taco came out with onions, they were so apologetic since they forgot and fixed it immediately. Both our server and the manager were so kind. It's hard to find Mexican food with authentic taste in this area, but Plaza Azul was very good. The restaurant is small which makes it more appealing and a genuine family restaurant. read more

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Dropped in to give a try last night. Food was excellent, portion size was large and service was great! Free tea with refills & a complimentary dessert! read more

I found a bug in my food and they wouldn't give me my money back or let me come get a new plate, cheese dip came in a toddler cup half filled, for 5.99, crazy. read more

Went to this restaurant for lunch...almost didn't because it just didn't look like anything special from the outside but we are so glad we did. The staff was incredibly friendly. Chips and salsa were very good and flavor. Wide selection on the menu and both of our meals were amazing. Very generous portions as well. My only complaint is that I wasn't a big fan of the cheese dip, but my spouse really enjoyed it. So good!! read more

Visited Playa Azul for lunch and was greatly surprised. The service was great and the food was tremendous. Took the family and we enjoyed the fajitas, quesadillas and an order of ACP. The food came out quickly, was fresh, tasted great and the portion size was large. I liked the old Tequilas and I think this is just as good or better. Definitely will be back. read more

Used to come Tequila's and decided to try this new place out. The servers were extremely attentive and kind. The food was standard for Mexican places in the area, but the portions are huge and the menu offers a greater variety than other local spots. Will definitely return! read more