I stopped in for late lunch on a Saturday and was NOT disappointed!! Service was quick and we were…read moreable to grab a window seat without waiting, which surprised me given the limited space. This is a small, limited menu, authentic Mexican spot. They have lots of taco options, and a few other dishes to offer as well--including one of my favorites, flautas! They have lots of beverage options including jarritos, a few Mexican beers, and a couple of cocktails. I also appreciated that they have a few house-made salsa options that really pack a punch. My date ordered a few street tacos with birria shredded beef. I unfortunately didn't try them, but they looked fabulous and the taste of consomé I took was spot on. I almost never pass up flautas if they're on the menu, so it was on an obvious choice. The chicken was flavorful and juicy, in the most perfectly crisp fried tortilla. They had the perfect amount of toppings including crema, tomatoes, queso fresco, and lettuce. Definitely some of my favorite flautas in STL. Perhaps my only complaint was that the chips and salsa I also got for $4.50 was pretty small, considering. I will say, though, that the salsa was divine--definitely has a good amount of heat, but for me it was perfect. I'll be back to try some street tacos very soon!

Great tacos and amazing staffs!! Will definitely be on my list to come back and try more. We…read moreordered 4 street tacos and they are all so flavorful. Tacos were served hot, good protein to taco ratio. Their hot sauces are must-try. The staff recommended us the new flavor and I ended up loving it. The shop is clean and the vibe reminds me of los tacos no 1 in new york.

Gotta love the salsas! My favorite is salsa verde; fresh and spicy. Had the chicken chimichanga,…read moretoday. Generous portions of rice and beans and it was all excellent. My partner took home most of half of his chicken fajitas, I should have taken a picture (sorry). Both meals as good as it looked!

Feel at home and enjoy the queso!…read more This restaurant was a great option on a hot day! The pineapple refresca was juicy and sweet. My food was hot and delicious! Need to come back during happy hour. Accessibility note: there are a few steps around the building.

First visit, wow!!! how did I not know about this place. Incredible food, incredible atmosphere and…read moreincredible service. We made reservations since it was Father's Day. Seated upon arrival. Finally, a restaurant that doesn't try to shove 5 people at a table for 4, they put 2 tables together. We so appreciated that. Waited on immediately. Love the atmosphere of this restaurant, beautiful, quiet, and very colourful design style. The food is another level. Chips warm and tasty, 2 salsas both flavourful and with a kick! Everyone ordered something different. 3 of us took food home the portions are so large. Every plate was beautiful in preparation and as we sampled each other's we discovered amazing and unique flavours. I can't wait to return here, this is an absolute dining pleasure.

My server was a very nice woman who was timely with everything she did. Only reason I'm giving a…read morestar As I sat there eating my chips and salsa and shrimp fajitas I seriously pondered if it was the worst I've had of either of those things. Salsa is this weird thick type that after a couple bites I found disgusting. The chips were pretty good. The shrimp were ok, but no onions and the green and red peppers were basically wet mush. Nothing was even warm except for the shrimp. Mexican food in saint louis is overall pretty awful but this place is the bottom of the barrel of the already bad options in this city Maybe other things here are good but the things I got were not worth any amount of money

Excellent tacos, friendly service, and outstanding quality…read more The tacos were fresh, authentic, and great. The salsa was absolutely spectacular and made completely from scratch. Bottom line: Great food, great people, and a place I'll gladly return to. Highly recommended! I showed our age when I asked if this place had been a Pizza Hut in years past. On hampton ave building is funky. Owner was very nice and asked if we'd ever been before. Canned etc soda. Habanero salsa was amazing.

This is a cute taco spot with lots of options and great flavor! You order at the counter and then…read morepick your own seat. The only reason I'm giving it 3 stars is because the ordering process was a little confusing. When we arrived, we were told we could order drinks but needed to wait about 10 minutes before ordering food so the kitchen could catch up. After that, it wasn't really clear when we were supposed to go back up and order, and it seemed like a few other people were confused too. The staff was very nice, but it felt like they could have used a couple more people working that day. They even brought us a complimentary vegetarian taco, which was a nice touch! Once we ordered, our food came out within about 15 minutes.The tacos were good, flavorful, and the salsa was great. I think our experience may have just come down to staffing that day. I'd definitely give them another try!

Mexican!!!! Who don't like fajitas and margaritas:) Located…read morein a long strip mall with plenty of parking . Upon walking in restaurant was empty , I'm guessing we were the first patrons. Ample amount of seating and looks way bigger in the inside than street view perception! Server friendly and attentive. Prices reasonable. Plenty of options to choose and lunch specials are available on a Sat which was definitely a plus. I ordered chicken shredded fajita burrito and a side of guacamole. Fajita was just ok but the guacamole was delicious . I ordered for a drink peach/banana margarita. Strong and nice flavors. I enjoyed it.

the chicken tenders are so so so so good. also top tier service. our waitress was so sweet and…read morechecked on us multiple times. we went on a saturday at 6 pm and there was still plenty of open tables (:

Best Mexican restaurant in STL IMO. Service is always good. Restaurant is always clean. Food is…read morefresh, homemade, and authentic. Tamales are AMAZING!

Margaritas on a Friday!!! YES!!…read more El Potro is a hidden gem. The Cadillac margarita is my favorite, they blend the drink... I always choose on the rocks, but you can do frozen if you like. The food has always been delicious and if you are looking for authentic... There is a secret menu. Family owned and they aim to please.

This place is the best! I just heard they may close at the end of 2025, which would really be a…read moreshame. There's nothing quite like it in the neighborhood. RST is owned by an amazing couple who care about their guests and their products. The food is fun and tasty; drinks are fantastic. First off: there's a small parking lot on the east side of the building plus plenty of street parking. Inside you'll be graciously welcomed by the bartender if you slide onto a barstool-- or you can be seated at a table in the dining room or outside. They're usually a few decent beers on tap, and more available in cans. The bar manager does excellent work with a specialty cocktail menu and house-made shrubs and syrups. The house margarita is affordable and very drinkable. While you wait, enjoy complimentary popcorn topped with Rock Star Dust-- their own special blend of seasonings that is also included in several other menu items. Scan the QR code to see the menu of rockstar-named dishes like the glass onion rings, Amy Swinehouse (pork taco) and such. It's all good! (Your server will take your order & bring the food out.) Tamales are especially excellent, made with the owner's mother's authentic recipe. There are a few vegetarian options, rotating specials, and sweet treats as well. You can get in and out pretty quickly if you've got somewhere else to be, or hang for a while and enjoy the cool atmosphere & wonderful people!

Everything was great! We are sad to see them go. I had the McSabbath, Fish You were Here (the sweet…read moresauce wasn't for me, but the fish was nice and crispy), and the Man in the Box. We tried Eye of the Tiger, Mac & Diane, and Down on the Korner. All were tasty. If anything, I love the menu for clever names. Be sure to get there before they close the doors and grab a bottle of Rock Star Dust, too.

I like this place a lot! I hope it finds success here. We were sat very quickly, they have indoor…read moreand outdoor seating. The staff was very kind and attentive. The menu was vast and they had a large drink menu and full bar. We got a margarita pitcher, peach flavored, which was very good. We got tacos, a chicken quesadilla, and fajitas. All were excellent, we will definitely be coming back!

I have been here twice but this is about my most recent visit (08/2026). I am not the margarita…read moreimbibing guy I used to be, so I'm not the best authority on that part. My friend and I stopped here for a last minute drinks and dinner. We each had the house special, I think it was called the Cadillac margarita with salted rim, iced not frozen, and we got the jumbo. OMG I couldn't even finish the jumbo. It was very strong and big, had to take it home to try and finish it. A wait staff dropped off chips and salsa and the chips were just not that good. I asked my friend what she thought and she said the same thing I did. The salsa did help but if I opened my own Mexican place I would serve the best chips I could find. I know they're free but many places offer some kind of free snack (Helen's has popcorn, some places still offer salted peanuts...) and I think it should make one think the chips are good the food will be better. As I was drinking I wanted some food and we got two chicken burritos, they were large and very good!! They were 2 for $14 if that gives an idea on cost. While I live just a few minutes from here, I haven't seen enough in 2 visits to say I'll keep coming here for Mexican, there are many other places in South St Louis to try. Oh and I swear the bar "stools" are big enough for two people. I probably look comical on one as my friend and I may have been able to fit into one stool.

First time visiting based on suggestion from friend. Have passed several times, did not disappoint…read more Salsa and chips were fresh. Margaritas were quality. Ordered Combo #11(tamale, burrito, taco)-delicious. Texas quesadilla (shrimp, steak and chicken) order two! So good. Got complimentary birthday shots! Will be back soon! Great friendly staff! Clean and spacious dining with booths and tables. Cute bar!

Review: Visits took place in 2025. My dining experiences have left an lasting memories…read more This is my favorite Mexican Restaurant! I am currently overdue for a visit. I love everything about this restaurant. The hospitality, food, and the owners. This is a family owned business. I've met the wife & she's such a sweetheart. They all work together very well as a team. The drinks will take you there and have you feeling just right. The food, the BEST! I will be to try the Molcajete again because I ate it completely wrong and didn't realized until I'm almost done. It a spacious restaurant with oversized comfy seatings. Business seems slow on the days I visited, but you are in for a huge treat, don't let that deter you!

I went with a party of four on a Friday afternoon. We were able to sit down immediately. However,…read moreshortly after the early dinner rush was flowing. I would recommended getting here early or later due to a high traffic destination. The food on the other hand was made quickly and delivered excellent. My Quesabirria tacos were great. The sauce was everything I wanted. Their queso is also great. Lastly, we ordered a pitcher of Cadillac margs and it was well worth it. Nothing crazy but hit the spot. Great location for a patio night as well!

This is a friendly and busy neighborhood Mexican restaurant. I was there on a Tuesday night on the…read moreearly side. We were greeted warmly as we entered We got chips and salsa immediately. The chips were thin and crispy, and the salsa was very good. The table got a cheese and a chorizo dip. All the dips were promptly inhaled! When everyone got their entrees, they looked delicious. I enjoyed my spinach enchiladas, and our tables drinks were promptly refilled. Our server was kind and quick. La Catrina is a great neighborhood place!