Well I usually think that most Mexican restaurants are the same and the food is always the same but…read morefrom time to time I am surprised by a standout. This is one of those places. I have been to dozens of Mexican restaurants in the Lexington area and there are two that stand out. This one and the me in Midway, KY. This place is like the Cheesecake Factory of Mexican -it's a big menu. If you talk to Latin American people or the employees of the restaurant, they will tell you that this place is exceptional. I had the Camarones A La Diabla and it was spicy!! Great flavor! Most Mexican restaurants don't show any heat or spice in most all of their dishes, but this is fire! Not only do they have a large menu but also have a lot seating. There are so many tables and they open another room on the weekends. They have a great patio when the weather is right and it is covered! We were there on a Tuesday night and the place was packed. They also had margaritas two for one and I don't know when they offer that but they had it when we were there. I look forward to going back and trying more dishes!

This is probably my favorite Mexican restaurant in Lexington because of its authenticity and the…read morefood and service is always amazing. Ordered a lingua and barbacoa taco and the steak tacos with cheese sauce. Plenty of meat on the tacos and the lingua was very tender. The steak tacos are always great mostly because of the cheese sauce and good amount of steak. The chips and salsa always hit the spot also

Ordered fish tacos to go. Where was the fish? An utter fail! Won't return to the Tiverton location…read more 41

Amazing food and service in a quaint space. Initially they were slammed with everyone grabbing food…read morefor dinner but we took advantage of the 2 for 1 margaritas and hung out. I ordered the shrimp empanadas and they were great! Flaky and delicious with the perfect amount of rice and beans to complement. Definitely will return.

I've always skipped this spot when at the mall and I'm not sure why... I finally got convinced to…read morego out for girls night with the promise of soft served margaritas. The place is beautiful from the outside and the inside. It is a very modern establishment however, they have some unique qualities I hadn't seen in Lexington. For starters, they sat us right away even though it was busy. Next, we ordered a guacamole appetizer and someone came with a cart and made it fresh in front of us! I thought that was super cool since you also get to pick your toppings. The margaritas tasted amazing... it was truly a good ice cream base; I've had nothing like it. Their food is good, they have so many options and the portions are good but it is pricey. The vibe is super fun, it's like a genuine party. Definitely recommend to anyone who hasn't been. 10/10

Rating: (3.7/5) We…read moreabsolutely love El Asadero and have been here hundreds of times, which is why this review is tough to write. This is only my second post, and unfortunately this visit was disappointing compared to our usual experiences. Our server was very friendly and attentive, which we appreciated. However, the beer came out warm, which was a rough start. We ordered the lettuce tacos and a cheesesteak quesadilla. It seemed like the food sat in the service window a bit too long -- the lettuce wasn't crispy and we had to ask for new lettuce for the tacos. The quesadilla itself was good, but it could've used some extra flavor. We also ordered hot sauce, but it wasn't spicy at all, which was a letdown. That said, we know what this place is capable of and this visit felt more like an off night than the norm. We'll definitely be back to give it another shot, because El Asadero is usually one of our go-to spots.

First time here, previously enjoyed the restaurants that were here before. Staff were very nice to…read moremy grandchildren who were with me. Nothing overally impressive. Server was nice but not very attentive. They may be short-staffed. I ordered a Michelob Ultra but what she brought didn't taste at all like what I ordered. She apologized & replaced but I didn't end up drinking that either. Food was typical to what I feel I can get at most Mexican restaurants. Our order was queso, Fajita steak quesadilla, hard beef taco, chicken tenders with fries. I feel like there quesadilla portion was smaller than other places. For example, my go to Durango's gives double the portion with their quesadilla. Awkward layout of seating and again nothing overall impressive.

Monarca is hands down our favorite Mexican restaurant in town! From the moment we walk in, we're…read moretreated like family. The atmosphere is warm, welcoming, and always full of good energy. One of the biggest reasons we keep coming back is Kentor. He always goes above and beyond to make sure we feel at home. Whether it's a friendly chat, remembering our favorite dishes, or just making sure everything is perfect, he truly makes every visit special. The food? Incredible. Every dish is packed with flavor, consistently fresh, and served with genuine care. We love getting an occasional beer or a cocktail. We love going so much that it's become more than just a place to eat, it's a place where we feel connected. Gracias, Monarca, for creating such a wonderful experience time and time again. Can't wait for our next visit!

Went to the new La Dona in Zandale for breakfast. Cute little redo. Ordered the Chilaquiles, a dish…read moreI discovered in Cabo years ago and loved. This version was a bit different. You could choose chicken or steak. I chose steak, but why not Chorizo. I suggested it to the waiter, and he promptly told the chef. The steak was just a thin cut piece, quite unnecessary to the dish. There was one egg. I asked for it over easy. Halfway through, the waiter said it comes with a side of fruit or potatoes. OK, Potatoes. also not necessary to the dish. Parmenter, with bacon, onions and red pepper. The main part of the dish was good. The rice was eh. Definitely not the best Chilaquiles I've had, and wouldn't order again. But will certainly be back at some point for lunch. Super nice staff. 91

Y'all. Go. Go here. Right now. You will NOT regret it!!…read more I have a list of new places in Lex that I want to try this summer and this was on it. I was going to Trader Joe's and this was super close so I stopped by. It's in the shopping center with Clothes Mentor and Plato's Closet on Nich Road. I am in my taco era right now eating them once a day probably 5 days a week. The parking lot in front was packed so when I walked in to absolutely no one in the restaurant I was shocked. A very kind server named Fabiola sat me at a table and took my order. They didn't automatically bring out chips and salsa like most Mexican restaurants, she asked if I wanted them. I ordered a water, a Baja fish taco, and a Baja shrimp taco. The tacos have in-house made fresh tortillas, and they were DELICIOUS. The shrimp and fish were clearly cooked to order. They came with a mild green sauce and then a hotter sauce, neither were my cup of tea but I can see how they would be good to others. I'm just a salsa girl. The chips and salsa were very good. I couldn't tell if the chips were also in-house made, they tasted better than typical Mexican restaurant chips, and were perfectly salted. The salsa was just right, and I'm a salsa snob. Ambiance = 5/5 's Food = 5/5 's Service = 5/5 's I can't figure out why this place was empty. The prices weren't high, the food was delicious, service was on point, location is great. Only thing I can think is that no one really knows about it? Fabiola said they had only been open for 6 months, so maybe it's not well known. But I HIGHLY recommend, and I will DEFINITELY be going back!!

Dined at Old Vine location. Delicious food, good value, great service. I had combo fajitas and…read morepartner had carnitas tacos. Would recommend and will return.

I guess I got spoiled in San Juan with Puerto Rican dishes, which are plentiful, because no way…read moreViva Mexico's California Burrito is worth $17.50. After receiving it and taking two bites, I decided to open it up and view the contents -please see photo. I found out there were more fries than steak, barely any guacamole, and Pico de gallo. It was dry and cold, but life is full of disappointments, and I've just added another. Several folks in my party ordered the Combinatiion platters for $12.50, which appeared to be more plentiful and satisfying than my $17.50 burrito and you'd think that my burrito would be more generous with ingredients. Service was good and friendly, and the restrooms were clean, so that's worth two stars. On a final note, I usually pay $9.25 for a Burrito Carne Asada at Supermarket Aguascalientes' little restaurant, so i was expecting more here for the price difference.

This took the place of an old Applebees, thankfully. Gorgeously redone inside. We were greeting…read morepromptly and seated. No happy hour specials here ever. We were quickly brought chips, salsa, and some sort of ranch dip. The drink menu was on a QR code on the table. We placed a drink order. Service was always available. I ordered a flaming spicy margarita. It was actually on fire and i didn't notice and could've burned myself. Both our drinks were good. Photos. She ordered chimichangas. Portion size was perfect. She had chicken, rice and beans. Side of guacamole and all the fixings. Extra charge for extra sour cream we found out. I ordered one burrito and one enchilada. Both chicken. Both good. Rice and beans. Our bill was about $52.

I came to Campestre thirsty and optimistic. I left... still thirsty, but wiser…read more Ordered a Dos Equis draft...out. No worries, switched to Miller Lite draft...also out. Turns out all draft beer was out, which feels like something a restaurant should maybe mention upfront? Okay, pivot to Miller Lite bottle...nope, also out. At this point it felt less like ordering drinks and more like playing beer roulette. Finally landed on a Modelo, which miraculously existed. I genuinely felt bad for our waiter, who was clearly doing their best in a very odd situation. Meanwhile, another table actually walked their empty Diet Coke glass to the bar to get a refill, which honestly felt like a cry for help. We paid our bill and left without ordering food because... vibes. The place is very clean and has a nice ambiance, which makes the complete lack of beverages even more confusing. It's like opening a library with no books. Ridiculous experience. One star. Will not return but I do wish the staff luck in locating the rest of the drinks.

Service was amazing! BREE The restaurant itself is wonderfully decorated and clean! Food was…read moreexcellent as well! Love that so many choices for Vegetarians.

I was excited to try Agave and Rye, but left a bit disappointed. Our server was Brianne, she was…read morekind, but I don't believe she knew anything about gluten free but figured the chef did. I was wrong. The crispy chicken salad has GFA- gluten free available next to the item. It came out crispy. I asked for her to check with the chef that it was indeed gluten free she came back and said that he just used panko (bread crumbs). He said he would remake it, but this time no bread crumbs or bacon. They need to let you know in advance how the GF meal will be different. My meal took longer and I am sure they are unaware of what has gluten. I would not recommend. Also not apologetic about it or willing to have a conversation assuring me and they weren't busy at all. 2 other tables one was at the bar.

Went there again and my mind has changed, for the better! I…read morewent for brunch this time and the items available were top tier. I ordered the potatoes with chorizo and egg and the servings were huge. There were a lot of people in there in the AM, I can definitely see why. My husband's order was also huge. We had a lot of leftovers. The food was fresh, the employees were very nice and friendly, the music was not loud so we had good conversations. Their parking can be a little tense but, if you're willing to walk, there's plenty. They really have a good menu for any time of day, and they're VERY affordable... we will certainly be coming back more often.

We have been going here for almost 20 years. We had the best service of all time today from our…read morewaitress Adriss! She was absolutely amazing, very attentive and so friendly!

This restaurant is located right outside my neighborhood, and let me tell you, this place has some…read moremighty frozen margaritas and delicious Mexican food. One drink, and you'll be sleeping the rest of the night, so if you like strong margaritas, this is your spot. The ambiance is alright. I sat in the patio area, facing a tv to watch sports while enjoying my food. I liked the restaurant enough to recommend this to whoever wants a New Mexican restaurant to try. Other than sitting here for an actual meal, I had ordered a couple of take-outs from here, and it only took twenty minutes for the food to be ready for pickup! They're fast.

Service was great! Food was standard Tex mex- nothing special. Good variety of food options though.read more