Up in the area visiting family and this was the spot someone suggested we check out for our first…read morenight dinner. Hearing it was a Mexican restaurant I was excited as it is one of my favorite cuisines. Stepping foot inside nothing seemed off and it had unique overall vibes due to being inside a building originally from the1800's they mention. You can see some of the age/wear & tear the building has due to this. The kitchen appeared to be upstairs then they had multiple areas of dining areas. One looked quite full and we were brought to the other that had just a few tables in use. They have different painted murals as well as artistic displays. Some of those displays are simply just a variety of cups that honestly look like you'd pick up from the dollar store for a pool party. Other than those the art displays did add a nice touch but appeared random still. The buildings age combined with overall cleanliness of the restaurant were not great. Compared to almost if not every other Mexican I have been to the ambiance/vibes were bland and lackluster. Could use some more attention to make it really stand out. Lastly though the food menu was giant and drink offerings were vast as well. More flavors available for margaritas than maybe anywhere I have seen. My wife got a blueberry one and I got a peach to enjoy after our long drive. The peach was good and tasted like peach. The blueberry was less fruit and more candy/kool-aid. Food wise she got some carnitas tacos and the only real note was the tortillas used could have been warmed to have more sturdiness to them. I got the Flag Combo with rice & beans for a side. It was good enough to finish but the flavors were not what I expected for most of it. Everything seemed to have a unique flare/taste to it but in ways that just did not work. The cheese they used on the enchilada and beans had more of a pizza taste than Mexican. The three stars I think is fitting because nothing was amazing and nothing was awful just middle of the road. Overall if you find yourself nearby and want Mexican not sure there are many other options so give it a try. Maybe you will enjoy it more than more!

One of the worst meals we've had in years. The steak was beyond overcooked. The tables are so…read moreclose together the people next to us kept bumping us throughout the meal. The staff had to pass the meals down the table and never came back to check to see if we wanted anything else The women's room was filth, the fan and wall were covered in dust elephants. Both the stall doors are broke. Don't waste your money!!!

Still the best value for lunch in Massena....the owner is fast, everything is made to order - one…read moreat a time so if there's a line (and normally there is...be prepared to wait. If it's nice outside - no worries. Todays order was a burritodilla with beef for the meat. $8 after tax and weighing in at over 1-1/4#. The trick is don't set it down - dive in and keep working until you're chewing on the foil and the tips of your fingers. Seriously-great food-great prices.

This is a simple quick place to get a burrito or a few other items on the menu defiantly better…read morethan Taco Bell I always come back

Run from lake placid as fast as you can to this establishment!…read moreFood and drink OUTSTANDING! We loved the street tacos and the Greek gyro- they were NOT run of the mill , but made by a chef who cares about taste! The drinks (bourbon smash) were delicious. No place in lake placid compares to this! Highly recommend

We visited on a busy Saturday night, so it took a bit for our entrees, however it was quite alright…read morethough, because we had some great cocktails in the meantime! I got a birria bowl which was great, and if I ordered again I would just order some extra cheese! My partner got the chief burger and was happy with his choice. We were able to snag some seats at the bar which was our preference, but there were some available tables in the back dining area, too. There were a few items on the menu they were out of but I'd come back just to try the pho!

I went to 'El Gran Patron' with my family for an early dinner. The chicken burrito I ate was very,…read morevery good. The atmosphere in the restaurant felt as if I were truly at a Mexican party! The music was delightfulful. Not to mention the service, which was amazing. The waitress was very accommodating and helpful.

Uh...what? Went here after thoroughly vetting the "best Mexican" place near Watertown; Yelp,…read moreGoogle, and Reddit all suggested this was THE place -- and that was a horrible lie. The chicken tacos were topped in ice cold Coby Jack cheese and the chicken itself didn't have even the slightest flavor -- not even any trace of salt or pepper. The "California Burrito" was an absolute embarrassment to the name as the carne asada used was more akin to ground beef -- and it was also cold. What was evermore frustrating is that the waitress greeted us but telling us that nearly half the menu was unavailable, that they couldn't blend a margarita, and several other illogical restrictions or lacking in basic availabilities. Even if this is (allegedly) the best there is around Watertown, it's still not worth it -- AT ALL.

Ive noticed that if I choose to not round up my price I get downgraded food. For example chicken…read moreinstead of steak, or very little meat if I choose to not donate.

Super happy this branch decided to keep the 90's aesthetic decor on the interior, really brings me…read moreback to simpler times of my youth. Food is always good and on the rare occasion they do make a mistake (I hate tomatoes haha) they're always quick to fix it and usually give me free cinnamon twists to make up for it. Much better than the Potsdam location

Years later, and we still frequent this place every summer! Today we had the lobster roll and fries…read more(daily special) and of course more tacos. Everything was delicious and fresh!

Stopped in for a bite headed from a hike to a swim. The food and service were absolutely fantastic…read moreacross the board. immaculate vibes. The chef knows what he's doing! Fries were super crispy and perfectly seasoned, hot dogs were spot on, best Michigans we've had anywhere in the north country. My burrito hit every note, cheesy, meaty, spicy, but not greasy or too heavy. Huge portion sizes and pretty cheap! everything came fast. Great menu with lots of choices for everyone. We'll stop in every time we're in the area.

The brisket tacos were good, the fish tacos were not good though. Very very small portions for the…read moreprice. Chips and guacamole were good though.

Not good size servings for price. No phone to call to order.But Guacamole and chips were good.read more

What a find! This is a busy, casual place with great margaritas and satisfying Mexican comfort…read morefood. Service is friendly and attentive but does not hurry diners through the meal. My enchiladas were filled with a delectable combination of spinach and portabellas and topped by green and red sauces. Perfect for the end of a stressful week. Husband had the Tres Hombres platter with three varied enchiladas accompanied by rice and beans. Bottom line: We had a great spontaneous experience at this restaurant, and for the price, perfect.

New owners again. Worst shrimp chimichanga ever! $22.50 for 3 shrimp rolled up in a tortilla with…read moretopping on top. Asked for it baked. The tortilla was raw and never saw heat. Melted the cheese in the microwave for 30 seconds. Beef barbaco was gross, refried beans tasted like a metal can. Ran into a friend Eaton when I picked up our order she and her son were disappointed with the food they were eating. The margaritas are apparently good but the food sucks!

Food was really good & customer service alike! I'd…read morerecommend if you wanna spend some time together with friends or family and have a decent time together with good food.

never got a spoon for my soup and this is what my pulled pork sandwich came out looking like this…read more.... tasted as bad as it looks