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    Plaza Bonita

    3.8 (423 reviews)
    ModerateMexican, Salad, Seafood
    Closed 11:00 am - 9:00 pm
    Updated over 3 months ago

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    PLAZA BONITA ATMOSPHERE

    What's the vibe?
    Casual
    Moderate noise
    Good for groups
    Good for kids

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    Cadillac margarita
    Ed L.

    Looking for for traditional American Mexican food - plaza Bonita is a great choice! The staff is friendly, the ambiance is full of happy chatter from regulars with the staff. The margaritas are good and reasonably priced. The chili rellano was lightly breaded and had just enough kick. Chili Colorado was tasty too

    Becca W.

    First time at Plaza Bonita, but my hubby's been here a bunch for lunch. We showed up around 1:30 pm for a late lunch, and there was still a line! Waited about 10 minutes, though, so not bad. The place is gorgeous inside--every table and chair has these colorful hand-painted designs that totally make you feel like you're in Mexico. Super cool vibe. Our servers were awesome--super nice and quick. We got the fish tacos, Chile Relleno, and a macho burrito, and everything was so good. Oh, and the chips and salsa they bring out for free? Their salsa is legit amazing. I wanted to try like half the menu, but I ran out of room. Guess that just means I'll have to come back and try more next time. Definitely recommend this place!

    Josephine T.

    There was a bit of a wait, but the food was so worth it! All the employees work together so you will never want for a drink refill, more chips and salsa, or to have your plates bussed. The food was fresh and the portions were huge.

    Mexican trio
    Cristal R.

    Love the Mexican trio Perfect pairing: steak, chicken and bacon wrapped shrimp. Rice and beans full of flavor and grilled green onions just amazing! Chips n salsa and homemade horchata are my favorite!

    Ribs
    Gina L.

    The food was exceptional The service was homey The ambience was lovely We tried the steak fajitas and the Ribs appetizer

    Shredded beef taco and enchilada with rice and beans
    Jeff W.

    So I took the wife to lunch at this place today. It was packed and the service was a little slow for my taste, had to ask the server twice for a different salsa, we asked In Spanish and then English and it's like she forgot until we made eye contact towards the end. My food was just ok, shredded beef taco and enchilada with rice and beans. The meat was strangely sweet and I didn't like it much, beans and rice where very good the salsa was very thin and runny, the second salsa we asked for seemed to have a strong vinegar taste.y wife like here meal, Carna Asada steak, I had a little bite and found it to be nicely flavored. I'll try this place again if I'm in the area , I noticed they had chicken mole and I love that dish, sure hope it can live up to the hype .

    Margaritas
    Zandri N.

    I love a place where the salsa and chips is free, unlimited and actually tastes good! Also they have the biggest juiciest array of margaritas. The interior is beautifully painted and vibrant. It's a popular spot! I recommend making a reservation.

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    2 months ago

    Our favorite neighborhood Mexican spot! The food and the service is consistently very good. Been going there many years.

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    I'm a sucker for a family owned and operated business. Tastes like my grandmas cooking growing up

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    3 months ago

    Salsa tasted like it was made with dishwater. Refried beans were watery. Just not good in general.

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    8 months ago

    I have eaten there three times now. I love the decor, good service and cleanliness but find their food to be just average.

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    11 months ago

    Ordered for carry out. Food was ready in 10-15 minutes. Hot, fresh and tasty! The enchiladas were great.

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    1 year ago

    Been coming here for a while, you need 2 things in your life. Chicken quesadilla and shredded beef tacos on the hard shell. Thank me later

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    1 year ago

    Excellent atmosphere, food and service. Was just there yesterday, going back today with others I told about the place

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    Friendly folks here. I like the tortilla soup and carne asada steak. A selection of Tequila as well!

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