Really good food and service! Chips and salsa are the best around. Margaritas are stealthily…read morestrong. Always happy when we come here. Was a perfect Cinco de Mayo! It is a smaller establishment and parking can get tough.

We visited on a Thursday evening and were happy that there was no wait to be seated. The restaurant…read morehas a fun tropical theme with lots of bright colors that give it a welcoming atmosphere. The dining room did look like it could use a bit of a refresh in places, but it wasn't anything that took away from our meal. We started with the cheese dip, which had a nice consistency but was a little lacking in flavor. The chips were on the thicker side and tasted a bit stale. I also ordered a horchata, which unfortunately was disappointing. It was very watery and didn't have the rich, creamy flavor I was expecting. For my main dish, I had the choripollo, and I really enjoyed it. The chicken was cooked well, and the combination of flavors was delicious. I just wish it had a little more spice. My husband wasn't a fan of his meal, although he's a pretty picky eater, so your experience may be different. The service was friendly and attentive throughout our visit, which made for a pleasant dining experience. While there were a few things that could be improved, I still enjoyed my meal overall and would consider coming back to try some other menu items.

My Hidden Gem in E-Ville…read more This spot is hands down the best place for non-traditional tacos I've ever had. Everything is packed with flavor and just pure comfort food. My all-time favorites are the steak tacos and the crispy fish tacos. The steak is perfectly marinated, and the crispy fish is always served hot and crunchy with an amazing coconut curry twist. The flavors are so unique but always hit the spot. Super friendly and welcoming staff!

The tacos were delicious and different! The spring rolls were good. They even offer different…read morebeers, seltzers, and such. A nice touch, I think. The service was great and the atmosphere is casual and inviting. Not cheap, but worth it IMO.

My kids and I took my Mom and Sister out for their birthday and they chose El Potro…read more We've been there before a few times. The food quality is always consistent, the prices are reasonable, and the staff is friendly. This time, I felt for our server, as he was running constantly didn't seem to have much down time. Our Mom sent her steak back, as it was a little overcooked, so she couldn't chew it easily with her dentures. The new steak came out right away and was perfect. When I was paying the bill, our server was chatting with my sister, he seemed genuinely delighted that she spoke Spanish, and thanked her multiple times for being so kind when she sent the steak back (gotta wonder how other people treat him when sending something back). Mom got a steak, and asked for fries instead of rice and beans, which they accommodated no problem, as well as a small margarita, as she really enjoys them there. Sister got a taco salad with chicken. I got a taco salad with ground beef and Dos Equis Amber. My older son got fajitas. My younger son got a cheese quesadilla. Everything was good. And we went in a little early to beat the dinner rush. The place was packed by the time we left.

Very Disappointing Experience…read more The food was honestly nasty. We ordered the grilled fajitas for two with beef and chicken, expecting a good amount of meat. Instead, the plate came with more chorizo than actual beef and chicken. Unfortunately, the chorizo was disgusting and had a terrible taste. For the price, we expected much better quality and a proper portion of beef and chicken. Definitely not an experience we would want to repeat. Very disappointing.

I have ate here a couple times now, both very good food. Fast service and always hot and fresh to…read moreorder. This place is really big and has tons of seating! Its a really cool older building and has been around for many years. People have been coming here and eating for years! Its a staple in the community for sure. Very well priced too. I got all this food and a soda for 14 bucks! Highly recommend if you're in the area.

One of our favorite places in Collinsville! We have been going here since their last location…read morewhich I loved but the newer location is way bigger and more convenient. We are always greeted by someone quickly and service is always outstanding! I'm obsessed with their super tacos but that's because I prefer a flour Shell. If you like a corn shell better stick with the regular size. I didn't get one this trip but their mini pulled pork sandwiches are also a great choice! Prices are reasonable and whatever they do to their soda it's the perfect mix With the "sonic" ice!

This beautiful restaurant came highly recommended. Located in a strip mall and wonderfully…read moredecorated. I am glad I had the opportunity to dine here. Customer service was good. The food was plentiful and good. Large screen tv hung on the wall. I enjoyed eating an order of loaded fries. I chose chicken as my protein. Of course being Located in a strip mall there is free parking.

Bubbakoo's is underrated; we really enjoy coming here. They have their own specials that come with…read morecertain ingredients or you can make your own creation. This trip I got their shrimp nachos which were loaded and delicious! My husband got a shrimp burrito, which he also enjoyed. We also ordered their boardwalk cookies (which are deep-fried Oreos with a caramel sauce and powdered sugar on top) so yummy! The good thing is since you can create your own creation, you can also customize your food to be vegan or dairy-free etc. Service was quick. There are a couple of tvs usually showing people performing extreme sports. There are a few booths and a few small tables inside.

I've only ever visited a few times because the food was very average. Birria was tough so that was…read morenot my fav. Steak tacos were good. I liked their salsa as well. They have a patio but it's strange and didn't feel like they enjoyed having outdoor tables. The space indoors is a good size with lots of seating. Large parking lot. It does get busy on weekends but wait was only about 10-15 minutes.

My favorite mexican restaurant around! The food is amazing with nice seasoning that isn't…read moreover-powering, nice portions, fast service, and the staff is friendly. Great atmosphere inside and we love the patio on a nice day. Highly recommend!

Great wings, burnt ends, ribs and sides. I have visited several times and it's worthy of going out…read moreof your way.

It's been a long time since I came to fire and smoke. My memories are all good. I suspect that…read moreit's still as good today as it was then. But I'm afraid my brisket sandwich did not live up to my memory. The good news is that the twister fries were excellent though not as hot as they should've been. But they were acceptable or I would have returned them. On the downside, I'm afraid of the brisket was fairly tough. Honestly, I've never made brisket. So I can't tell them how to fix that. I still enjoyed it. But I didn't quite finish it and it's very unusual. They deserve another try and I will be back.

Stopped by Oaxaca with a friend and had a great experience. There was plenty of seating, so we were…read moreseated right away, and our waiter was friendly, attentive, and checked on us throughout the meal. I ordered the fish tacos with the peach/watermelon piña colada, and my friend had the nachos. Everything came out quickly, was presented well, and tasted just as good as it looked. The fish tacos were fresh and flavorful, and the piña colada was a refreshing twist on a classic. My friend's nachos were loaded and looked delicious too. Overall, the service was great, the food arrived quickly, and the atmosphere made for a relaxing meal. I'd definitely come back to try more of the menu.

I am happy I gave this place another shot after my last visit. This time I ordered the Blueberry…read moreMargarita to start. It was delicious and strong. The smashed blueberries were a great addition to help balance out the drink. I also ordered the Shredded Chicken Chimichanga. The rice was moister than last time, and the beans were cooked well. The chimichanga itself was served hot and was delicious. It's still a standard Tex-Mex place, but my experience was better the second time.

Wanted to check out this place since my husband enjoyed going by here after work to have a beer…read more Service was good. The bartender was very friendly and attentive. Not much for parking. It's right off a one of the main drags in collinsville. I did enjoy the funny stuff all though out and their bathroom door signage. Husband ordered their fried pickle spears. Those were good. The breading was very tasty. I tried the cheesey sloppy Joe and sweet potato fries . It was good. Very sloppy as a joe is known to be!! I ranked it a 3 because the table was kind of dirty upon seating and my step child and I saw men just using the ladies restroom. This isn't a bad bar to go and have some cheep food and watch a game at!

Tucked away in Collinsville, The Red Bar is a hidden gem that delivers on all fronts, good food,…read morestrong drinks, and even stronger vibes. The karaoke (on Thursday's) brought everyone together for a night of fun and laughter, and the crowd felt like instant friends. Whether you're singing your heart out or just soaking it all in, it's the kind of place you'll want to come back to...I did not eat all this food