We didn't know what to expect at this place just pictures from Google and Yelp. So we went early…read moresince they don't take reservations, boy oh boy even at 5 PM, The place was already packed. They don't have enough parking spots so you park on the lawn on the side of the driveway. I really don't like Mexican restaurants but the guacamole and the appetizers were on point and so were the dishes. I can say that this is the first Mexican restaurant that we really liked so that means we are definitely coming back again. The place can get loud so get ready for that experience. It's not your fine dining formal place, you're here to party Mexican style.

The surrounds were a clear 5 stars. The tiered outdoor seating and view of the gardens and…read morereservoir were undeniably lovely. However, tables were wobbly and sticky throughout (which one could easily ignore underneath a white tablecloth, such as those being used for a special event on the lawn). Such things don't bother us all that much, but we did note the dramatic contrast of such kingly natural surrounds against the humble interior decor. Overall decor: 4. Family friendliness earns an easy 5 stars. We saw plenty of little kids (there's a bit of space to run around on the lawn), medium sized kids, and a few teenagers, to our great pleasure. Inclusive spaces like this make me feel at home. We have been told in the past that at less busy times, we could probably dine with the pup at an outdoor table. (Given the uncertainty, we've never tried, heading instead to confirmed dog-friendly places.) Service: 3 stars. It took quite a while for anyone to greet us outdoors or indoors. After waiting for some time indoors, a languidly indifferent hostess sent us back outdoors to wait. That same languidly indifferent hostess also made a number of attempts to upsell us on various things (e.g. more cocktails, bottled water, more appetizers, desserts) in ways that felt pushy and unpleasant. That said, we saw so many runners scurrying around at top speed to serve food and drinks. They really worked their tails off and deserve recognition. The food was 2 stars, with heavy reliance on pre-made, frozen ingredients. What we tried of it was just utterly mediocre. Frozen vegetables were boiled, then briefly sauteed with oil and salt. When it's the middle of summer, there's just no excuse for this. Seafood had the fishy nose and tough texture of previously frozen seafood. Enchiladas were not offensively bad, just very processed Mexican American fare, made with sauces from a jar and of course pre-fab tortillas. The prices would be excellent if one considered only the quantity of the food, not the quality. The latter is roughly equivalent to what you'd find at a diner. Note that there are no prices listed on the drinks menu. That might dissuade some from ordering drinks (or as many drinks) as they otherwise might. The one we ordered was commendably strong, though made with bottom shelf liquor, and to our happy surprise not too sweet. It was only $12. I recognize the beauty and appeal of the surrounds. You'll certainly want to sit outside if weather permits. And I deeply appreciate the family friendly vibes. But... the food is a pretty big ding for us. There is truly excellent Mexican / Latin American food to be had nowadays, even in nearby Danbury. This is not it.

What a hidden gem! Delicious, gourmet cooking. You can tell the chef really cares about the flavor…read more The tamales here are so flavorful, not dry, come with fresh homemade tortillas, and only $4 (as of Spring 2026). They're wrapped in a sort of banana leaf, rather than corn husk, and well-seasoned and almost gelatinous. The tacos were obviously great, as well as an extremely generous-portioned sope. They had chicharrones and yucca as a special, which was reasonably priced and very good. Also, the beef soup is extremely flavorful, tender, and well-balanced. You can easily get a filling meal here for $10. Many times we came, the place was full, and mostly by Spanish-speaking patrons (always a very good sign). I drive 35 minutes to come here when I'm craving Mexican food, and everyone I've introduced to this place also comes back. I love this restaurant, and am very impressed with the food (and prices!). There's also a cute bodega attached to it, with some cool stuff stocked and available. Go here, and try the tamales! Maybe even order take out, as well, before you get home and regret not doing so

Food was great! Best guac I've had in ages. We were the only non Latinos in the place so that sums…read moreit up there!

Great authentic Mexican food. Good size portions and service was very nice. It's too bad more…read morepeople don't know about this place. Maybe because from the outside it looks kinda blah but inside is traditional Mexican atmosphere and kind service.

Easy to find. Needs better decor outside. Two entrances, 'Bar' and 'Restaurant'. We chose the…read morerestaurant. We went for a late lunch. No other patrons. Quite a selection of drinks. They quickly brought out tortilla chips with a homemade salsa and hot sauce. I chose the chimichangas in queso sauce. Hubby had the enchiladas in mole sauce. Mine was ok. I wasn't expecting the food to be drenched in sauce. If you like queso sauce, this is for you. The rice was ok, but felt like it was missing something. My husband's enchilada tasted good he said. Service was fine. They did check on us to ask if everything was good. Appreciated that. This was a lunch, and there were no lunch offerings. Found that surprising. Could offer that and plate smaller portions. I mention that because lunch was over $50. Overall, could use better decorations outside and inside. And perhaps offer more reasonable lunch options. Our opinion, but was worth visiting. You never know when you'll find a diamond in the rough.

Small place that can get super busy. Every time I've gone for dinner the food has been amazing. I…read morewent once in the beginning of the day and it wasn't as good. Maybe a different chef? Maybe a fluke of a meal? Not sure. But any other time it has been AMAZING!! Pro tip- do NOT fill up on the amazing chips and salsa. (It happens to the best of us.) Margaritas are amazing! There are so many flavors to choose from. Pomegranate is my fav but why not call an Uber and try them all. Chicken chimichangas are my favorite there. The Mexican salad is also on point.

I think the food here is pretty special. Its not a huge menu and nothing is fancy, but everything…read moreis pretty tasty and prices are fair. They have really good grilled chicken. I am a fan of their chicken fajitas, guacamole, and grande burrito with beef. They also have great lime margaritas cause they are not too sweet as long as you don't add flavoring.

El Mariaichi is a great place for good Mexican food, right off I-84 in Holmes…read more This is the second time we went there and the owner of the place made us feel welcome and helped us with the dishes. Based on his recommendation, I got Camarones al Mojo de Ajo. The butter-lemon-garlic sauce was just outstanding!! Very nice experience overall!

Our neighbors told us about El Mariachi, and we were finally in the area to try it. The staff is…read morewhat makes this restaurant warm and welcoming. Everyone smiled and checked in on us throughout the night. We came at 9 pm on a Saturday, an hour before closing, but we felt welcomed and not rushed. Margaritas were huge, delicious and only $10. We ordered fried calamari and Mexican street corn for appetizers. They were yummy and plenty to share. Our dishes came out delicious and generously portioned. We didn't try dessert because we were so full, but other table ordered them and they looked good. Food and service were both excellent. We will be back since we live only 8min away.

This restaurant is so exceptionally good that it deserves more than 5 stars. It has made us plan…read moreour interstate trips so that we end up here when the restaurant is open, just so we can try more of their tacos and get their fabulous chicken wings, rice and beans. Lately, they have additional vegan options, although we get meat and fish. Most of the menu is gluten free. The staff are all very welcoming and friendly. We tend to eat outside and the several tables along the sidewalk. We get takeout for dinner later as well. Nearby fast electric car chargers in the same complex contribute to the excellence of this location for the traveler.

Slamming!!! Place is spotlessly clean. Even the bathrooms were spotless. Had tables outside in the…read moresun but my father and I decided to sit indoors. We started with the margaritas. I was shocked at how good it was. I wasn't expecting one of the best margaritas I've ever had. We shared the shrimp taquitos and elote corn dip. The tortilla chips were really good. My dad killed the dip. It's my first time having birria tacos. I added the cheese for a buck. They have a hot sauce station. Which even has creama. Of course I had to try all the hot sauces. I got a meal to go for my sister who is gluten free. Most of the menu if actually gluten free. I'm not a vegetarian but the vegetarian tacos sounded so good! Great variety of choices. Something for everyone for sure. Our waiter was so attentive and helpful. I got to peak into the new bar attached to the restaurant. It will be opening soon I believe. Very exciting. So happy we decided to come here!

Food is good, the ambiance is very colorful, and the staff is super friendly!…read more I live nearby, and this is my go-to place for great tasting Mexican dishes. I enjoy their freshly made guac, which could use a bit more salt by the way, but that's just me being picky.

Casa Amigos was an interesting experience. One thing that immediately stood out was the heavy use…read moreof clove throughout nearly every dish; including the salsa. I've encountered regional Mexican cuisine that incorporates clove before, but not to this extent or across so many menu items. The flavor profile was unexpected and, for me, a bit overwhelming. Overall, the food was just okay. The restaurant was packed, so it's clearly doing something right for many diners. The staff was attentive, friendly, and provided excellent service, which definitely added to the experience. While the food wasn't quite my style, the welcoming atmosphere and hardworking team deserve recognition.

Went to a Sunday dinner with friends. Wanted to try a new place for us and chose Acapulco…read more This place is right on route 7 surrounded by a hotel. There were quite a few people already when we arrived but were seated quickly. Our waiter Chris, took our drinks order and gave us more time to decide. So many choices! I got the pork chimichangas, and my friends got chicken chimichangas and tacos. We each loved our choices. Highlights were the sides which were the pico de gallo and guacamole. So tasty, we each remarked about how good they were. Didn't have room for dessert. But I can definitely see us returning shortly! If you're in the area, this is a Must Try!!

Made. reservation through Yelp. Our table was ready and we were seated promptly. Everyone that…read moretended to us was warm, friendly and attentive. They started us right away with chips and salsa. All of our food was very good. My steak was DELICIOUS!! Drinks were generous. We really enjoyed everything that we had. The tables are not too close together which is nice. Bar area is separated by a half wall. Plenty of parking. We will definitely be back.

Very good mexican food and a recommended stop for lunch or dinner if you are in the Hopewell…read moreJunction area. Birria tacos and margaritas are menu highlights.

We got super lucky this week! After planning a fun evening of the drive through light display in…read moreRhinebeck, our 3 generation family wanted to stop for cocktails and apps. Imagine our surprise that our intended eatery was closed (not that their website stated it) and our second choice was closing for the night (at 8 pm on a Saturday night!) Hugely disappointed, we stopped at the only place along our home area of Route 52 that had lights on. Not only were they opened, but enthusiastically greeted us and promptly brought over menus. The high top tables were excellent for our family member with the cane and the other (me) with a broken leg. The place was decorated for the season, and combined with the colorful Mexican decor was especially festive. We are all a little picky about our drinks, but the bartender happily filled our requests without hesitation. An excellent espresso martini was enjoyed, actually two, by me, and my family loved their drinks as well. We settled on the sampler platter which our waitress assured us would be plenty. She could have easily pressured us to order more, but was honest, professional, polite and friendly. We also enjoyed the chips and salsa. Highly recommend you stopping in, whether it's family dinner or casual date night. PS: it's a a fun family joke that I HATE when servers use the term "No problem". I mean; why WOULD asking for a glass of water be a problem? Our fabulous server frequently acknowledged our requests without hesitation and a cheerful "Of Course!" It left me giddy

Very authentic just like the taco shops in SoCal. They even have homemade horchata! I had a…read moreblackened shrimp taco, a carnitas taco, and a glass of horchata and I am full - DELICIOUS!

Amazing. Best Mexican food in the area. Their mango salsa is insanely good. Carnita burrito is…read morephenomenal. So good.