Sever was very helpful and respectful his response to menu…read moreQuestions about food is great. This place has a old school vibe and plenty of room at bar or restaurant,

I eat lunch here often but always fail to take food pics…read more Great lunch specials. The interior is a bit dark and mysterious. The bar is a sight to behold. More bottles than I have ever seen! If you're at the beach give them a try!

I had visitors in town from NC. We had just left making candles and while we waited for our candles…read moreto finish we tried TacoLu. I've never been to a Taco spot with valet parking. I was so impressed I had to call my cousin to tell her about. This placed was packed and there was a wait. It was a pleasant outdoor seating area available which made the wait enjoyable. I got the steak taco and it was just ok for me. The kids shared the nachos which they loved. I would suggest at least trying this place. Our waiter was decent too.

I love Mexican food and could eat it every day! My daughter and son/in-law suggested we try this…read moreplace on our recent visit to Jacksonville. We went on a Friday night and it was quite busy. We lucked out finding a good parking spot; but had a 20 minute wait. We had anticipated this and went to the bar; only to find it was equally busy! We had to put in some effort to get a spot at the bar and order drinks. The prices seemed very reasonable: a Corona Light was just $3.75, a TacoLu Margarita was only $9, and an Aperol Skinny was $10. After about 15 minutes our table was ready and we were seated on the patio. It was cute and festive as well. Our server, Avery, came over immediately and brought us some fresh chips and salsa.....yum! We all decided on tacos à la carte which were all around $4 or $5. There were a few more pricier options and there were so many different choices made with chicken, beef, pork, seafoods and there were even vegan options. My daughter and I both had one carne asada and one Deb's Verde, (chicken with a light verde sauce.). Both were small flour tacos but both varieties were piled high with meat. I liked both of them very much. My husband had one carnitas taco, one Baja Fish taco, and one Taco Rosa. He said the carnitas one was good, the Taco Rosa, which was ahi tuna, was unique, and the Baja Fish, which was fried fish, was awesome. Overall our service was really good and everyone really enjoyed their meals. The prices were very favorable so we'll probably visit again the next time we're in Jacksonville Beach.

Came for a late evening bite with a few friends after enjoying some time on the beach. This spot is…read moreconveniently located on 3rd St and is great for a late night meal. However, if you're searching for the city's best Mexican restaurant, you can skip it. We started out with a round of margaritas, which turned out to be your basic house marg - fine but nothing to write home about. The chips, salsa, and queso were alright as well with the queso being a bit watery for my liking. I ordered the rice bowl with grilled chicken, which while not a generic order (like tacos or enchiladas), I find this is a great way to try the restaurant's ingredients. Everything was just okay, relatively basic and a little under-seasoned. The portion was large however, and could easily be two meals. My boyfriend ordered the carnitas plate and was decently happy with it, the meat was on the dry side and the rice and beans were also average. The waitress was kind and I can't fault the service. I'm not sure if we were there too late or if this is the food standard, I'd only visit again out of convenience.

Good food and atmosphere. Highly recommend the carnitas dinner! Enough for two to split!read more

Ate here yesterday, so this is current. We are 75 and 80. So, we know good from bad. We have been…read morehere several times,( so convenient to Mayo), and it has always been a place to return to. (I know...ended with a preposition!) Yet there was a slight tick down, and so I want to tell everyone, this place is exceptional! Our table was quickly and thoroughly cleaned. The service was impeccable, with no request too much. The house margarita is delicious, no need for fancy! There are no words to say how fussy at 75 I am! I do not like to chew meat. No problem with my chicken. Best I ever had, and we go out a lot! The salad ingredients are chopped so nicely that you don't have to wrestle. Husband was happy just after being told he needed another surgery...and , no, he cannot drink! Left there with a fraction of a usual bill, and lots of much better food (and Margarita).

Perfect on seasoned steak and it's a good size. The restaurant has good service I was aknowledge…read moreas soon as I got there.

Tonight was our first time at Oaxaca for a birthday dinner. I have to say it was amazing from start…read moreto finish. By the time we ordered the small plates and shortly after its arrival I was convinced we'd come back. Delicious! Flavorful, decadent and very fulfilling! From the Queso completo, Mexican street corn and the carnitas tamale rojo that was perfectly paired with a pickled flavored jalapeño made the dish alive and tapping with flavor dancing on the taste buds. I asked the server to surprise me between three dishes I couldn't decide from. Dom, you're amazing; kind, courteous and you really know how to make an everlasting impression so effortlessly. The star of the show was the whole grilled yellowtail chef's special with a tamarind ponzu sauce that he chose for me! What a way to wow your guest and make them feel safe with trusting the palette of the family that's working together. I have to say this dish was AMAZING, Craig (The Chef) came to greet us in the midst of our dinner, that was a first! Hands down best yellowtail. My bf doesn't even like fish and he couldn't stop from eating it and wished he'd ordered the special. It was a nice, cozy and modern space and I love the ambiance! Can't wait to come back! Thanks again Dom & Craig!!

4.5 stars would be most accurate. Located in the heart of Jacksonville Beach, this fancy restaurant…read moreserves Oaxaca food from Mexico for both dinner and brunch. I had my first meal there when I visited Jacksonville Beach recently. Got the grilled bone-in yellow snapper, which was a daily special. Fresh, meaty, smoky. It was served with mixed greens and apple salad, some grilled green onions and freshly made corn tortillas. All paired well with the fish. The tortillas were about 0.75oz per piece. Moreover, the dish was served on a HUGE cutting board! I also ordered a side of Spanish rice, but surprisingly the manager took it off from my bill, saying that "[he was] glad that I enjoyed the meal so much"! The first meal was indeed impressive; it had been a while since I had had such Mexican food last time. So I decided to give it another try the next evening. Ordered the Carne Asada (asked for rare) and sub the beans with extra tortillas (to avoid high GI food). But the steak was disappointing: the first time it was served ~medium-well. The second time it was ~medium-rare so I did not complain twice. However, it was quite chewy. One reason was that, as you can see from my picture, the meat was not rest long enough before it was sliced and served. Service was good, friendly and quick. The restuarant was a bit noisy but I enjoyed the energy. Moreover, there were lots of beautiful decors and murals. I really like the tiger painted on the wall of their main dining area. So in short, I would recommend this restaurant if you like Mexican food. I would recommend the seafood and slowly-cooked stuff, like their short rib and pork shank. And I will dine in again the next time I visit Jacksonville Beach.

This place is awesome. We stop by when we are in the area, the service is very good…read more The food and the amount are excellent ! The adult beverages are good strength and some are very large. Cantina Louie is also clean, ambiance is Mexican style with lots of decoration and wall murals. Prices are average with some being more or less than you might extra pay elsewhere. Give it a try I think you'll like it. Give it a try , I think you'll love it.

3.75 I was actually…read moreplanning to raise my rating after several consistently good meals, but what happened to the shrimp? They used to serve normal, flavorful shrimp, and now it's tiny, bland ones. Such a disappointment, especially since the chips, salsa, corn, and steak are still great. This place went from a 3 to a favorite, and now back down again- switching to cheap, small shrimp was a terrible idea. Drinks were good, service good.

Nice happy hour specials when you sit at the bar. $6 margaritas and some apps. We had a delicious…read morejalapeño margarita with tahine around the rim. We didn't get the specials and went for menu options, which were delicious and generous portions. My daughter got the tacos Authenticos. You get four tacos, and it was nice because you can mix & match the proteins. I got the enchiladas supreme, and I did two chicken and one cheese. We both had leftovers that we ate over the next day. Waitstaff and bartenders were very helpful and nice.

I went by myself one Thursday evening , it was moderately crowded, mostly families visiting. I had…read morea fabulous time sitting outside at a lounge table picking away at freshly made guacamole and salsa reading a novel. The outdoor decor can handle just a few families, and has space for couples parties under huge fans. I'm a huge fan of this place, I invited a friend about an hour after arriving to share the joy! They ordered a huge beast of a taco salad that was made with a red Doritos bowl. I thoroughly enjoyed the Arepa Bowl, I'd highly recommend that if you are like me and always crave plantains The menu is huge and yes they do have happy hour! And YES! They do have a kids menu with mendicant food on it! And YES! They do have lunch specials. Dream date!

Oh my God just the chips queso salsa and beans here are a freaking 10 on a 10 scale!…read more We moved here from San Diego in 2020. These are the best beans we've had in Florida! We're gonna have a couple tacos and enjoy ourselves this place as incredible. Palmer was our guide and did not see us wrong on all the little nuances of the menu. I highly recommend you sitting in his section!

We did our girls night at Flying Iguana this week and it always is delicious. We split the…read moretable-side prepared guacamole and the crispy Brussel sprouts. What I love about the table-side preparation is that you can customize your guac to be exactly to your preference. We like more chunky with lots of tomato, onion, and jalapeño. I got the spice of life margarita (spicy marg, so delicious and definitely has some heat) and the pork belly taco and steak taco. The pork belly has a Coca Cola marinade or glaze that is so unique, and the taco comes with watermelon and yummy cheese on top. It's just so perfect in my eyes. I love how it's unique but still familiar tasting. The steak taco was also delicious especially the Pepitas on top. Our server Brad was super cool and attentive!