Walking by, the atmosphere caught my attention. It's inviting. I got the steak and mango tacos and…read morejust like other reviews, I must say these were very good. Great flavor and cooked perfectly. Liked the service too. I'd come again.

Matador was an interesting place, and a bit different than your average Mexican place! It was dimly…read morelit, so it might be best for a low-key, or perhaps a romantic night out. It's not my favorite type of Mexican restaurant, as it's a little more upscale than I *personally* prefer, but if upscale Mexican is your vibe, then this'll be the perfect restaurant for you! They had an alright selection of beers, to include a couple of IPAs, but my friends and I didn't really enjoy their cocktails. They were expensive, but lacking in much flavor or zest. Besides looking cool, the taste didn't really match the aesthetic. Furthermore, the food was solid, but not that much better than your basic Mexican restaurant. As for the service, our waiter was nice enough, but he always seemed to be in a hurry, and was walking away while we were still trying to give our order. All-in-all, I'm probably making Matador sound worse than it was, but it was merely a slightly above-average Mexican experience, not a transcendental dining experience that I'll never forget. I'll give it 3/5 stars, and would recommend it based on your personal preference.

Absolutely delicious! Highly recommend! Prices are phenomenal. Mamas soup was perfect for a cold…read morerainy day.

We went to Santi's Restaurante for lunch and they greeted us at the door and seated us. Our server…read morebrought us the menus. From the drink menu, we ordered a Spicy Margarita and a Mojito. Meanwhile, our server got the chips and salsa. We were looking at the lunch menu and saw that a lot of the food options either had shredded chicken or different meat that we don't really like. The server bought us our drinks! We enjoyed both of them. They tasted fresh, and it was the perfect way to spend an afternoon. Plus, the chips and salsa were amazing. The salsa was made fresh, and the chips were hot.

Another out of this world meal at Rancho Lewis. The grouper fish tacos were absolute perfection,…read morefeaturing flaky fish with a light crisp texture and bright, balanced flavors that let the quality of the grouper shine. Every element worked together beautifully without overpowering the dish. The guacamole was exactly what great guacamole should be, creamy with just the right amount of texture, perfectly ripe avocados, fresh lime, and balanced seasoning that made it hard to stop eating. The Spanish rice, tomatillo sauce, and pinto beans were all equally delicious and clearly made with care and attention to flavor. We sat at the bar and really enjoyed chatting with our friendly and enthusiastic bartender, which made the experience even more memorable. Service, atmosphere, and food were all outstanding. Paying with Blackbird was an added bonus and made the evening even better. Looking forward to coming back again soon.

We absolutely love Lewis BBQ and didn't feel like fighting Charleston traffic and parking on a…read moreSaturday night, but this was a miss. While the queso and the meat were good (not much of it though), everything else left a lot to be desired. The sauces were not good and kind of ruined the food for me. I'm surprised by how unimpressed we were. It's certainly not awful but wasn't worth $70 for two dinners (no alcohol). I don't recommend it and don't think we'll be back, unfortunately.

Dinner tonight was awesome!!! The food is great and the…read moreatmosphere is fun. Our server, Alyssa enhancement our experience and was extremely professional. We are excited to return for more... Special thank you to Alyssa for the V.I.P. treatment

Adam behind the Bar today doing his mixology!! Cody is running food today and keeping the kitchen…read morerunning solid!! These two are awesome staff members here at Mex 1! I thoroughly enjoy hanging out at the Bar with them!! Service is always fantastic and quick! Eating the Fresco salad with Ancho Chicken and Chipotle Ranch Dressing Yummy!! Easy 5 Stars Thanks Adam Thanks Cody!!

We had our the after party for our daughter's wedding at Mesu and it was wonderful. The food was…read moregreat, the venue was fantastic and the staff was friendly and easy to work with. We rented the venue, so it was a private event. I highly recommend working with the team for your next event or party. Thank you for all your work!

I've visited Mesu for drinks before, but this was my first time grabbing a bite with friends on a…read moreweekday. I thoroughly enjoyed the experience! We started with the chips and salsa--the chips have a unique seasoning that adds a great kick. We also shared the crab dip, which was incredibly creamy and delicious. Our waitress was fantastic! She was friendly and offered excellent recommendations tailored to our cravings. I also tried my first Leche Martini, and it was a total standout. While the Tiger Roll was good (perhaps not the best sushi I've ever had, but solid), the overall vibe and service made for a great night. I'd definitely recommend Mesu for a night out on King Street!

The food is SO good. Also the marg hit perfectly. We came here on a Sunday evening with my toddler…read moreand they were so welcoming and so friendly!! I will 100% be back! Very clean as well. New favorite restaurant!!

Casa Feista is one of the better Mexican restaurants in Charleston. They have the best queso and…read morethe friendliest staff. I frequent this establishment quite often with friends and not once over the years I've been going have I had a bad experience or dish. The fried mojarra is my personal favorite to get with fresh tortillas. It's always cooked perfectly, not overdone and flavorful. The street tacos are top tier! And while I didn't get one this time, their skinny margs are some of the best on the peninsula. Highly recommend. It's always very clean and prices are cheap!

Everything about this place is amazing, the food, the service! We come here every time we are in…read morethis area.

Server was pretty nonchalant and not personable at all…read more Bowl seemed larger than before, also new dinnerware. Chips are at the table before you can even check out the menu, they're always on it. Bowl was amazing as usual. Guacamole was so good and pico was as fresh as ever.

We came to Bartaco for lunch. They don't take reservations, so we waited about 30 minutes at the…read morebar, which turned out to be the best decision we made because we had such lively conversation with our neighbor (an investment banker) and our bartender, Duncan. Both made our day! I will say: Duncan makes the best Berry Coladas!! That drink is SO GOOD! it tastes like a coconut berry smoothie (we got the alcoholic version with rum, but there's a nonalcoholic version as well). Once our table was ready, we were moved to a booth. The overall decor is coastal and cute, with basket-lighting, wooden booths, and multiple ways to order! You can order via your server, QR code, or a paper ballot. We started off with the large sized chips & guac. I was skeptical at first because the guacamole doesn't have tomato, but it was VERY good! We devoured it! For tacos: we got: The baja fish taco: one of my favorites--the fish is perfectly crispy The crispy duck taco: good! Not super crispy, but definitely tasty The cauliflower taco: a surprise hit! I found the flavors very refreshing and well seasoned! The tuna taco on a bed of lettuce: this one can get messy. I ordered with my stomach instead of reading the fine print that it doesn't come in a traditional taco tortilla. The overall taco is good and the tuna has excellent flavor. The taco does come loaded with a sauce that tends to spill--so eat over the tray! My sister got the carne asada taco, and she felt that it could have been better. She felt the carne asada itself was bland and relied on the sauce for flavor. Because this is a chain, I will continue you to go to them because their food is reliably good. However, on busy days, expect a 30 minute+ wait to be seated here. The guacamole, the drinks, and the tacos are overall very good! I found that ordering 5 tacos was more than enough to fill me. My sister and I split our bill of berry coladas, large chips & guac, and tacos (5 per person) came out to $33.53 per person (with tax and tip).

This location is definitely busy. We put our names down for a table and were told it would be a…read more30-45 minute wait, but we waited well past our quoted "wait time" and did not receive any updates. We ended up ordering food as pickup instead, and we got our meal within 20 minutes, so I would suggest ordering for pickup over dining in. The tacos were all fairly priced, and we were all quite happy with what we ordered. I will say they missed a taco on our order and did not quite follow the modifications we made to some of the tacos. We went back for our missing tacos, and they gave us an extra along with some chips for free. Overall, the food 10/10, but unfortunately the service could not live up to the same standard.

This was my first time at any Azul location, and I'd definitely recommend it if you're looking for…read moregreat Mexican food. Our group called about 15 minutes in advance, and they were able to accommodate us quickly and attentively, even with the restaurant being fairly busy. Even though the restaurant was pretty busy, our group could easily hear one another. The restaurant was decorated nicely for Halloween. Our table enjoyed all of our meals, and the service was quick and timely. The only thing I would change is more meat instead of onions in the burrito. However, I'd definitely come here again!

Ample parking with several business. There. We had mediocre welcome by the hostess. Rustic inside…read moreseating; outside seating as well. Waiter was ok but not as ingratiating as most are. The salsa and chips were ok. Not enough salt on the chips. The salsa was nicely substantial, but very bland. We ordered the traditional margaritas with ice and salted rims. You could taste the tequila, but they used the premix and it was very diluted. The drink tasted like lemon flavored water with liquor. I got the street tacos and she ordered the Azul bowl. Mine had great mixture of well prepared meat, but without the added hot sauce, pretty bland. On singular tacos; they only captured it one shell. Had to eat them with a knife and fork; impossible to pick them up without disintegrating. Most place use two or more shell preventing this from happening. The Azul bowl was a mix of beans, rice, corn, steak, avocado and a drizzle of sour cream. Overall, it too, was very bland. The highlight was the refried beans, but almost cold when they arrived. The cost we thought were high compared to comparable places. This is kind of a run of the mill place, but you can find better, even here on James Island. I can't see returning.

Rio Chico has quickly become our new go-to spot for Mexican food. It is quick, delicious, and the…read moreprices are really reasonable. Service is always a pleasure and the interior is well themed. My usual is the shredded chicken nachos with no beans. My husband is a fan of the chimichangas. Plenty of parking available as well and tables turn quickly. They also have outdoor seating!

Been to this place for lunch on multiple occasions. With the exception of one time when I ordered…read morefajitas, it's been an outstanding experience each time. The fajitas came out on a plate (no sizzling cast iron pan) and was rather flavorless. However, I've also gotten tacos (hard), burritos, enchiladas (with mole sauce) and tamales. Literally, everything but the fajitas has been delicious. The service is also great...but I've sat at the bar each time, so I'm not sure if it's just as good at the tables.