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    Plaza Azteca

    4.4 (63 reviews)
    ModerateMexican, Salad, Seafood
    Closed 11:00 am - 10:00 pm

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    PLAZA AZTECA ATMOSPHERE

    What's the vibe?
    Casual
    Good for groups
    Dogs allowed

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    Tres Leches
    Herbie S.

    The restaurant staff was friendly and food was good. The rice is some of the best I've ever had!! I had the chipotle enchiladas and a slice of tres leches cake.

    Chips
    Racquelle P.

    When we entered the location we were greeted by the host and escorted to our seats. We ordered fajitas, ceviche and chips and guacamole. Everything we ordered was delicious. The restaurant reminded me of a typical Mexican restaurant with great music and decor.

    Ate all the food. Here's a pic of some nachos.
    Wakeelah F.

    It's my first time at this establishment. I'm so impressed with the decor. The day of the dead paintings are out of this world!! Table service was amazing! Carlos was our server. He was so friendly and attentive. Chips, salsa, and queso are served promptly. Both are spicy! I wanted to have something different something with vegetables but not a salad (although those salads were sounding real tasty). I got Pollo Patrón. Grilled chicken with sugar snap peas, carrots broccoli and more, topped with a cheese sauce, served with rice, beans, and warm tortillas. Absolutely delicious! Came out fast too! I'll definitely be back. There a many more things I'd like to try. You should too.

    Tacos
    Drake

    IT was awesome meet Mexican food ever and there was a birthday music blasting but the music was awesome and Jesus the food OH MY GOD Jesus came down in the form of Barria Tacos 12 stars don't look up the 5 stars above look down here for the 12 start rating

    Enchiladas suizas with chicken
    Leslie V.

    Fun vibe and really good food. Lots of seating in the bar and loads of booths. The bar also has a large TVs. Chips and salsa along with a creamy chipotle sauce right when seated. The green sauce on the enchiladas was very rich and flavorful. The fish tacos were fried perfectly and not greasy at all. The beans are perfect. We ordered an extra bowl because they were seasoned so well and we don't usually do that. All around a relaxing and delicious meal.

    Ralph L.

    The food was well seasoned and tasty. Very traditional Mexican grub. The decor very nice and the service was very attentive. I will return.

    Plaza Margarita
    Craig F.

    Finally there is a good Mexican restaurant in this area of Harrisburg that is easily accessible and close by. The Plaza Azteca off Progress Ave did a great job of remodeling the building of the previous restaurant to create a clean, open, and welcoming space. While Plaza Azteca's are a chain, the quality of food can vary between the different locations depending on the staff working at the restaurant. This Plaza Azteca far surpasses the one on the West Shore. We have probably already been to this location and/or had takeout at least a dozen times and have been very pleased. (A couple mis-steps with the accuracy of take out orders) . The dining room provides space for families and large groups. The bar and bartenders are great and create a positive vibe to relax with a drink (large selection on tap in addition to mixed drinks). We have sampled a variety of items off the menu and have been pleased with all our choices. A few highlights are: Spinach and Chicken Quesadillas, enchiladas, and the fajitas. The prices seem higher than needed, but portion sizes are large so things equal out in the end.

    PIÑA LOCA & BIRRIA TACOS
    Nilda V.

    Really enjoyed the food here! The ambiance is really nice and IG friendly & the service (Pamela!) was perfect! I'll definitely be a regular here. & with TouchTunes we love being the DJ!

    Mango margarita (large)
    YM C.

    Service was great! Super fast and very attentive. We ordered a steak fajita and molcajete (not listed on the menu). The molcajete is good for two big eaters or 3 normal people. It comes with fajita wraps, rice and refried beans. It was memorable and good. Great place for large groups and kids.

    Enchi Bandera
    Charles M.

    Had dinner with family and friends there and it was amazing great food great service and excellent ambience. Prices were very reasonable really enjoyed ourselves.

    Tropical margaritas

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    The food was delicious. The margaritas were wonderful. The service was very pleasant. Ambiance was nice.

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    They have great service, it is beautiful inside and the food is delicious. Definitely recommend them.

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    2 years ago

    Great service and wonderful food! My go to Mexican restaurant, always! Samuel was our waiter and was wonderful!

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    2 years ago

    The Burrito Texano & San Jose Burrito were delicious! Samuel provided great service! Loved the ambiance.

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    2 years ago

    Great food as close to authentic flavors as you will find the octopus tacos are great as is the carne asada

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    2 years ago

    Went once since they opened. Very bright & colorful! Food is good. Will definitely be back.

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    Greystone Public House

    Greystone Public House

    4.2
    (483 reviews)
    2.2 mi
    $$

    The food is amazing! Pizza is perfect for one person. The taste reminded me of wood oven pizza…read more We also ordered a Filet. The Filet was perfectly cooked and presented with potatoes and vegetables. Seasoned well and a delicious portion of meat. Service was short handed and took a bit longer than expected. Worth the wait. Overall the ambiance could be described as quaint and romantic.

    TLDR: Beautiful upscale venue with a fantastic dog friendly patio and excellent service for large…read moregroups. The kitchen sink breakfast and strawberry ricotta pancakes are highly recommended after a weekend outdoors. My group of eight dined out on the patio for Sunday brunch on a beautiful day. We had two dogs with us as we were rounding out a camping trip in nearby Halifax, and the staff was more than accommodating by bringing out a bowl of water for them. The restaurant itself is a sprawling campus featuring beautiful vintage architecture inside the main building, alongside a modernized covered patio for comfortable outdoor dining all year round. Service was excellent throughout our meal. We made these reservations a few weeks in advance for such a large party with animals, and they were completely ready for us when we arrived. The food was above average and exactly what I have come to expect from slightly upscale American brunch spots. I opted for the kitchen sink breakfast, which is rightfully named since it includes eggs, a thick slice of country ham, biscuit and gravy, and home fried potatoes. Everything was well prepared and really hit the spot after being outside for a few days of camping. I also split an order of the strawberry ricotta pancakes with my wife and was very impressed. I am not usually one to eat pancakes, but these were incredibly light and fluffy. The ricotta complimented the strawberries well, making the dish taste very similar to a strawberry shortcake. Overall, this is a solid brunch spot with great ambiance that I can highly recommend if you are in the Harrisburg area.

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    Hookers Seafood Joint

    Hookers Seafood Joint

    4.2
    (30 reviews)
    3.5 mi

    I first discovered Hookers Seafood Joint thanks to social media doing what it does best --…read moreaggressively showing me videos of garlic butter crab and shrimp fries until resistance became pointless. One look and it immediately earned a spot on my "we're going here soon whether the universe likes it or not" list. Friday Night Date Night doesn't usually send me into the city. After a long week of people-ing, I typically lean toward easier parking and fewer humans. But this Friday? I was willing to tolerate civilization just a little longer for seafood that looked that good. We rolled in around 5pm and somehow scored a street parking spot just a few doors down -- AND it was free after 5pm. At that point I assumed the night was blessed. Walking inside was...an experience. The space was pretty dark, with most of the lighting focused near the kiosk ordering stations at the back. A few empty tables, music playing overhead, and honestly -- it felt a little chilly inside for a February evening. But we didn't come for ambiance. We came for garlic butter seafood chaos, and we were committed. Ordering is done through self-service kiosks. We selected dine-in and ordered the garlic butter crab and shrimp fries ($13.99), the crab cake, shrimp, and cheesy grits ($27.49), and two Diet Pepsis ($1.25 each). Total came to about $55 with tip -- very reasonable considering what we were about to experience. While we waited, a few people came in for pickups and one very busy staff member (hoodie included) was hustling back and forth like a one-person operation keeping everything moving. A little while later, our food arrived -- already packed in to-go containers, which honestly felt like a thoughtful move because leftovers were inevitable. And then we opened the containers. And then...we fell in love. Garlic Butter Crab AND Shrimp Fries: Absolute insanity in the best possible way. Piled high with shrimp and crab -- and I mean no skimping whatsoever. Garlic butter sauce everywhere, perfectly crispy seasoned fries underneath, and rich, savory flavor that made it impossible to slow down. This is the kind of dish you think about later while staring into the void. Crab Cake, Shrimp, and Cheesy Grits: I am not a grits person...or at least I wasn't before this moment. These creamy Gouda cheesy grits have officially converted me. Smooth, savory, and ridiculously good. The crab cake was golden perfection with minimal filler, the shrimp were huge and perfectly seasoned, and the Cajun cream sauce tied everything together into what might be one of the best dishes I've had in months. Possibly longer. I'm still thinking about it. We ate until logic intervened and still left with about a third of the food for round two -- which I'm already excited about. Hookers might be easy to overlook if you're just passing by, but do yourself a favor and make it a destination. If you love seafood, this is easily one of the most underrated spots around. Big flavor, generous portions, fair pricing -- no over-the-top "trying too hard" seafood theatrics required. I showed up curious, left full, and now find myself emotionally attached to cheesy grits. That feels like a successful night.

    My reviews are different. I do not announce myself or tell anyone; I am here to do a review!! I was…read moreout mid-afternoon on another beautiful ride here in Central Pennsylvania. The day before, I stopped at the same place to get some delicious fish, but that night I wasn't able to "swim with the fishes," so I came back the second day--and that was the best "swimming in the ocean" I ever did. I indulged in some delicious, cheesy, savory grits along with some delicious shrimp, fried to perfection with a golden, crispy brown outer layer drizzled with seasoning (but not too much). I also had some delicious flounder; now, this fish wasn't any less than the shrimp. The fish was one of the best pieces of fish I've ever had. I know a lot of fish--all the fish in the sea know me, and I know the fish. I must say the establishment is pretty inviting; however, myself being a cleaner, I know that it can definitely use a good cleaning. I did use the bathroom, and well, that was before I had my food and not after, which means it's good, and also the kitchen is clean. I enjoy this place because you do not have to deal with a waiter when it comes to ordering your food. All you have to do is just order at a kiosk, which makes it more convenient. They also sell smoothies, which are very nice as well. I do recommend this place for "to-go" food. To dine in would be okay, but would not be ideal only because it does need a good touch-up; however, the food is always consistent. If you have any questions, there are staff on site. I hope my review helps you make your decision on choosing to visit this location. My Ratings: * Food: 5/5 * Establishment: 2.5/5 * Convenience: 5/5

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    Captain Krab Cajun Seafood & Boil

    Captain Krab Cajun Seafood & Boil

    4.1
    (97 reviews)
    4.1 mi
    $$

    It's great! Fast service and the food got to the table sooo fast. The flavor was excellent and…read morethe price is fair. It's a great choice.

    We were on vacation and had planned a dinner out with friends to celebrate our daughter's birthday…read more We initially stopped by a hibachi steakhouse, but after being seated, we waited 15 minutes before anyone even acknowledged us. When the waitress finally arrived, she mentioned she was the only one working and implied that the slow service would continue throughout the evening. Thankfully, my husband quickly looked up another local spot, and that's when we found Captain Krab Cajun Seafood & Boil--what a blessing! Not only did we enjoy incredible food and exceptional service, but both the server and the owner went above and beyond to make our daughter's birthday truly special. We were treated to fresh, delicious seafood, a sparkler candle dessert, a plush gift for the birthday girl, and even a light-up birthday sign! We felt like part of their family. We ordered oysters, clam chowder, boiled eggs, baby clams, and snow crab legs--everything was perfectly cooked and packed with flavor. You can even customize your meal by choosing from four different seasonings and five levels of spiciness, which makes it ideal for families or groups with mixed tastes. One of the most fun parts? You can write on the walls, tables, and even the ceiling! They also have a claw machine for the kids (and kids at heart). We'll absolutely be back next time we're in town! P.S. It's BYOB!

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    Crab legs and 1lb shrimp
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    Red Crab Juicy Seafood

    Red Crab Juicy Seafood

    3.4
    (120 reviews)
    2.5 mi
    $$

    Honestly, I was skeptical about even trying this one as the reviews seem a bit low. However, I'm so…read moreglad we stopped here. I immediately noticed how inviting the building is, both on the outside and inside. Very clean and not sticky feeling like a lot of these places. This was one of the best boil bags I've had (and I live in northern VA where there is some of the best seafood in the country). We were seated with no wait and the server was extra nice. They have a pretty solid menu and specials for beery day. We got the Thursday special and lobster roll. Everything was great. Hoping to help boost the rating for this restaurant because they really deserve it. Shoutout to Melissa for taking good care of us!

    Why are the reviews SUCKING?! This place is AMAZING! After a long day coming out of town my family…read moreand I stopped here to get our seafood craving accomplished. The previous reviews caused us to be sketchy but I'm glad we decided to go. We were immediately greeted and seated fast, our server Melissa was very kind and efficient. The atmosphere was clean and welcoming with their own little details to touch. The food was sooo delicious and FRESHLY HOT. The menu had daily specials which made things easy while providing great options for an affordable price. Would highly recommend to go and would love to come again if we pass by! As you see the table was left messy but FOOD IS CLEAN GONE

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    Juicy Cajun shrimp and sweet corn tossed in buttery garlic sauce. Fresh seafood flavors served hot and delicious.
    Juicy Cajun shrimp and sweet corn tossed in buttery garlic sauce. Fresh seafood flavors served hot and delicious.
    Crispy fried calamari served with fresh lemon. A crunchy seafood appetizer perfect for sharing.

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    Crispy fried calamari served with fresh lemon. A crunchy seafood appetizer perfect for sharing.
    Mick's All American Pub

    Mick's All American Pub

    3.5
    (25 reviews)
    1.5 mi

    Super clean, and the servers were very attentive. The food is made to order, which means that it…read moreis fresh and better. I sat at the stainless steel bar to eat, but there are tables for families or groups away from the bar. Bathroom was cleaner than my own at home, which is unusual. My meal was served hot, and it was great. I was impressed that the place was not loud from crowd noise, and the acoustics kept the sound under control. I can't say enough about how good my experience was. I will be back often.

    Mick's seems designed to capitalize on its location and the warmer weather, so my winter visit…read moreprobably is not the best representation of what it is like when it is at its peak. I can see this being a much bigger draw in summer when the area is active and people are looking for an easy place to eat and drink. The food was good, service was reasonably quick, and the restaurant was clean. It was not very busy when we were there, but the layout felt like it could get cramped and difficult to navigate when the place is crowded. I do not know the origins of the restaurant, but it has that dropped in feel, like something that would fit just as easily near an outlet mall. It is a straightforward American bar and grill type stop. Nothing was wrong with it, but nothing stood out either. If the sports bar vibe is your thing, you will probably enjoy it. For me, it is the kind of place I might return to, but mainly because it is convenient, not because it is memorable.

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