Finally stopped in after driving by this place for years. Ordered the carne en su jugo and it was delicious. Very rare dish to see in Phoenix executed this well. Agree with others on drink prices being high. I will say though my cocktail was delicious. Corazón partido was what it was. We finished with the flan and it was really good. The sauce was clearly homemade. Ana was our server and was terrific. read more

Tequila Cocina + Cantina - Carne en su jugo - New Mexican Cuisine Near Me - Phoenix, Arizona

The parking lot is limited, which is something to keep in mind. We went on a Sunday for an early dinner, and there was only one other table occupied at the time. Customer service was nice and friendly, and the restaurant itself is beautiful and very unique inside it really stands out. They have an extensive drink menu and some interesting food options, including items like bone marrow. The pricing is on the higher end, more like a special occasion or upscale restaurant. They do offer the option of corn or flour tortillas, but it wasn't clearly mentioned that the flour tortillas cost an extra $1.50, and they are very small. I didn't even need tortillas, and I still ended up being charged for flour when I didn't choose that option, which was frustrating. Another issue was the timing of the food. We were a group of five, and our meals came out at different times instead of all together, which made it hard to enjoy the meal as a group. Also, they don't offer complimentary chips and salsa at the beginning like most Mexican restaurants. You do have the option to order them as an appetizer, but it's something to be aware of if you're expecting that standard. As for the food, the flavor was just okay. It wasn't bad, but it didn't really stand out compared to other Mexican restaurants. One more thing to be aware of is how the bill is set up. They include a 20% gratuity for larger parties, which is fine, but then taxes are applied after that total. So you end up paying tax on both the food and the gratuity, which makes the final bill feel much higher. That didn't sit right with me. Overall, this place feels more about the experience and atmosphere than the taste of the food. There are plenty of other spots with better flavor and more affordable prices for a regular visit, so this feels more like a once-in-a-while or special occasion kind of place. read more

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There was live music, the service was amazing and fast. Someone in our party accidentally ordered the wrong thing and the waiter was so understanding and took care of it asap! The drinks were delicious and the food was savory. The ceviche was fresh and the sushi was good as well! read more

Tequila Cocina + Cantina - Agave Roll - New Mexican Cuisine Near Me - Phoenix, Arizona

Ordered the steak and eggs brunch menu. Ordered medium rare. The steak was as tough as leather and zero seasoning. I literally could not even swallow it and spit it out. So I only had eggs & potatoes. They have high chairs so that means they anticipate children. Ordered a brunch pancake plate to split between 2 kids. Asked if we could have an extra plate to split the pancake and was told no. They said no! The women's restroom gas 2 stalls. 1 toilet has no toilet seat on it! Definitely will not return. The high prices do not match the food, service or facilities. read more

Tequila Cocina + Cantina - Brunch Steak & Eggs - New Mexican Cuisine Near Me - Phoenix, Arizona

We've passed by this restaurant many times, and today we decided to stop by. The ambiance is inviting, and the food was delicious. The service was friendly and welcoming. If you're in the area give it a try. read more

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Stopped in for a quick drink. The space if very beautiful, but there was no music or anything going on -- very quiet. I did not try any food and it was maybe about an 8pm on a Thursday evening and there was maybe one other party in the restaurant. Not sure if that is a sign? Service was fine but they didn't have the tequila my friend was looking for so I think it is ironic that they are named after tequila since the selection wasn't too broad. read more

Tequila Cocina + Cantina - Dining area - New Mexican Cuisine Near Me - Phoenix, Arizona

Came here to celebrate my birthday on a Thursday. Was pretty empty. Came around 5pm. They do have a happy hour menu. You do need to ask for it. Started with a Pina colada mocktail. So good. We got the chips and guac. It was good. Wish they had chips and salsa as well. Also got the carne asada tacos really good. The birria tacos were good. Also got the tacos dorado, these ones were not my favorite. It does have a refreshing taste to it. We did get the queso fundido, it wasn't my favorite either. They do birthday shot or a dessert. The spot is nice and the bathroom has a lit up words on it. They do not split up checks. read more

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It's obvious why this place is empty- the food is over priced, we paid 20 dollars for 2 tacos and they didn't even double the tortilla, the entire substance of the taco was falling through the deteriorating tortillas and got all over my hands and all over my plate, I couldn't even enjoy the meal. We also ordered a side of rice and beans for 2 x 16 dollars (2 orders of rice (16) 2 orders of beans (16) ) and it was white rice with unseasoned canned beans that tasted like they just poured it out of the can. You can still taste the aluminum in the beans. It was disgusting. So gross that we didn't even finish it. The drinks were good tho so we tipped the bartender well but we will never be going back here. read more

A great find! Randomly stumbled upon this place on a Saturday for happy hour. We were seated immediately and had the best service from the hostess and our waitress. Super friendly staff that made us feel very welcomed and gave great food and drink recommendations. Our waitress Krisbel was the best, I can't remember the name of the hostess but she was also awesome. The drinks were delicious. I especially enjoyed La Fresa for sure. Super fruity and fresh. I also had the ceviche and it was delicious. Our friends had the chips and guacamole and the steak with aguachile sauce which they enjoyed. The decor inside is very nice, comfy chairs and fun neon lights for great pictures. The women's bathroom was also clean and super cute. I would defiantly come here again to try more of their food and drinks! On Saturdays, they also have a DJ starting at 7pm which made it super fun. read more

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Not too busy when we stopped in, which made for a nice, chill vibe. The atmosphere walks that moody-modern line with dim lighting with bold pops of color and the music stayed at a good volume (read: I didn't have to yell over my queso fundido). It looks like there's patio seating, but we weren't offered it. We came for happy hour, which is fairly limited: four apps, tacos, cheesecake, and four cocktails. But hey, $5 margaritas? I'm not mad. Mayahuel - tequila, St. Germain, lime, agave, pineapple chunks. Not too sweet, nice and balanced. It's definitely a tequila-forward drink, so if agave's not your amigo, this might not be your jam. Bonus points for the pineapple wedge, because who doesn't love their fruit pre-soaked in liquor? Lemon Drop Martini - vodka, Cointreau. This one missed the mark for me. Way too sweet, with barely any lemon, and the sugar rim overpowered everything. Also, a plastic martini glass for these prices? That was a buzzkill. Cantarito - tequila, fresh OJ, lime, Squirt. Dangerously drinkable. Bright, fizzy, refreshing. I'd like to officially file a complaint that these are only $8 during happy hour, because I would absolutely drink four without noticing. 9/10, would sip irresponsibly. Quesabirria Tacos - The birria was chef's kiss. Tender, juicy, rich: exactly what you want when you're wrist-deep in consomé. That broth? Deep red, glossy, and packed with deep beefy flavor. My only beef (pun intended) is that the cheese was tucked inside instead of crisped up on the outside. Also, who decided to garnish tacos on top with raw onions? Carne Asada Tacos - Grilled skirt steak, two per order. No cheese crust, no cheese inside, just cheese vibes, apparently. My husband liked them, but I found them pretty forgettable. The avocado slice felt more like a peace offering than a flavor booster. Queso Fundido - We added chorizo because of course we did. It was fine. Super oily, and the cheese didn't melt well and it separated fast. Hot tortillas and the smoky salsa on the side helped save it, but overall it was a little meh. Service was decent, drinks were solid, and the food wasn't bad, but nothing really wowed us. Between the limited happy hour and the regular menu prices, we're not in a rush to come back. read more

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Honestly I am not sure why the reviews aren't better? We were the only ones in the restaurant for brunch on a Saturday. I thought that maybe that would be a sign? BUT NO! The restaurant is really beautiful and very well designed. The service was very friendly and the food was really good. Probably one of the best quesa birria tacos I've ever had. Drinks were really good as well. read more

Tequila Cocina + Cantina - Quesa birria tacos - New Mexican Cuisine Near Me - Phoenix, Arizona

My bestie and I were next door getting tattoos and spotted this spot, we came by and just walking in the vibe was so fun and the decor captured our attention. Everywhere we looked it was beautifully decorated and had tons of spots to take photos. Staff was so friendly and we sat at the bar with Ivan for quick appetizers and drinks after our tattoos. He has such great customer service! I ordered the ceviche which came with great chips & was just as refreshing as I expected. I also ordered an Elote. Their menu has a lot of variety of steaks, tacos, sushi and small plates can't wait to be back to try more of their menu! read more

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Got carne a su jugo and love every taste of it. Good amount of carne and beans service was great. read more

Tequila Cocina + Cantina - Got the carne en su jugo and I love it. The taste! Right amount of carne and beans. Will be back for another plate. - New Mexican Cuisine Near Me - Phoenix, Arizona

I'm not sure why this place isn't packed! They have an amazing happy hour...$5 margaritas! We enjoy a couple of those and their guacamole. My friend wasn't as much of a fan of the Guac as I was...but I have better taste than him...so. The interior space is absolutely beautiful. And although the menu is a bit odd...it has tomahawk steaks, sushi and tacos, definitely give it a go! Everything we had was outstanding. I want to come back on the weekend to see what the crowd looks like. read more

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Visiting from California! Food was great , everyone was so welcoming, the ambiance was amazing! Food 10/10 and drinks 10/10. read more

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This place is such an underrated gem. The food is fresh, flavorful, and authentic. The restaurant is stunning and elevated. Every dish we tried (we had a lot) was incredible. I always love supporting local spots when I can, and this one absolutely deserves all the love. From vibrant ceviches, oysters, and fresh seafood to perfectly cooked steaks and elevated Mexican dishes, everything impressed. Fun fact, they use the same oysters Buck & Rider uses, so if you're a B&R fan you can enjoy the same fresh seafood here. Also, the handcrafted cocktails were delicious, and the service was top-notch. Overall, this is a must-try spot to enjoy top quality Mexican flavors while supporting local. read more

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Busy, popping, fun place! Finding good places to eat while on vacation is a must, obviously! I love food and we asked every one of our uber drivers for recommendations! Several recommended this place, and I'm glad we went! I loved the art they had everywhere, the music was fun, and the food was fairly good! I eat a lot of protein, so finding places that serve good meat dishes is always a treat! Our server was friendly, charismatic and good at keeping an eye on us! If it's your bday you get this special embarrassment, which is always fun!! read more

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Way more party/club vibes than expected but had a decent meal here with some friends/former coworkers. I was looking to try someplace new and came across this spot on Yelp. Nice central location for a couple of us (not so much for the Chandler folks, sorry!). We came at 6pm on a Saturday but they weren't busy and we were seated at a 4 top. This is definitely cultural gram-fest decor. Think bright florals, neon signs, skull paintings etc. Our waitress was friendly and prompt, returned with water regularly (their glasses are small, unless you're shooting tequila out of them, which we weren't!) We ordered the queso appetizer, I got the birria tacos, and my friends got some steak and bone marrow. Everything came out all at once though, so no queso to start, we just dug in to that in between bites of our entrees. The queso was good but more than half hardened/congealed onto the dish so very difficult to obtain/eat. I honestly was not a huge fan of my birria tacos, meat was tender and juicy, but very bland. Even the consomme and salsa did not add much. I tried the steak and bone marrow as well and was not blown away by either. As I said originally, this place is definitely more vibes and decor than quality ingredients and flavor. And as far as price goes...we all agreed it's a bit steep. I always love checking out new places and will go nearly anywhere once, but I think I might be hard pressed to return here before giving some other spots a try. read more

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Food was good. Drink was good. Nice place, but overpriced. I think we paid close to $85 for 2 meals and a drink.

Food is delicious. Tends to be spicy, so be sure to ask for it to be mild if you're not a spicy fan. The guacamole had pieces of jalapeños in it. Majority of the patrons were Latinos, so figured if they were there it must be pretty authentic. I had the Carne en su Jugo, which the lady time I ate it was in Mexico......delicious. Great churros for dessert. Only drawback was the music is great, but WAY too loud. Had to yell at the people I was with just to talk. We asked if they could lower the volume and they lowered it very little. read more

've been to Tequila more than 6 times, used to consider this place one of my favorite spots and if I had a business meeting or a birthday or casual date had it on the top of my list, unfortunately the last two times I've been there it's been a disappointment after the other. From not having basic alcohol options like tequila Patron or reposado to last night where they didn't have Ribeye, the Queso fundido was cold, the drinks didn't arrive at the same time (only 2 people reservation and the place was almost empty) and the second options we ordered Picanha and Asada were cold and without flavor. The only good thing was the waitress courtesy manners. We didn't eat the food and ended spending $224 check and didn't even see the chef or the manager to check what was wrong. I don't think I would go or recommend this place again :( read more

Until the food gets a complete overhaul and the soda situation is more transparent, skip this place. 10/10 on the ambience. The interior is clean, spacious, and the neon signs are Instagram-able. The server was also attentive and very sweet. But the food was not good. The salsa was gooey. It tasted fine, but there was something not right about it. The tortilla chips that came with it were great though. Keep those. The "Queso Fondue" appetizer had the consistency of deconstructed cheese: the oil and solid pieces were separated. It somehow had no flavor and yet tasted like quesadilla cheese, not in a good way. This was a block of grocery store cheese that had been melted, not "queso" for dipping. A cold Coke goes great with Mexican food. Since this place has a full bar, I figured they'd have fountain Coke. Instead my soda came from somewhere else. It was overly sweet and not bubbly, as if it was poured from a knock-off brand can or served from a 2-liter plastic bottle that had been opened the day before. As of this writing, the rating is 3.9. Given the sprinkle of 5-star reviews, I decided to give this place a chance. Avoid my mistake. read more

Tequila Cocina + Cantina - Quesa Birria Tacos - New Mexican Cuisine Near Me - Phoenix, Arizona

We made our reservation days in advance and noted that one person in our party is gluten-free. When we arrived, we ordered drinks and asked if the elote was gluten-free. The waitress said she didn't know because "everything's cooked on the grill." We asked if she could check with the chef to confirm which items were gluten-free and free from cross-contamination. A few minutes later, she returned and asked what we wanted to order, without providing any information. When we asked again which items were gluten-free, she repeated, "I don't know," and made no apparent effort to ask the chef. We understand that not every restaurant offers gluten-free options, but we expected at least an attempt to check. Had she confirmed that nothing was safe, we would have been disappointed but understanding. Instead, we paid for our drinks and left for Fate Brewing nearby. read more

Increible! The food was delicious! Birria tacos were very flavorful, the consome took them over the top! Agua chile verde was also very good and fresh. These are spicy so if it your thing, definitely recommend. Not many places have great and great service and Krisbel was excellent! read more

Okay, I live a half mile from this place and absolutely love their food, the service and the ambiance. The issue is that things have been off since their reopening. Not a fully stocked bar given their name, out of an item or two, subtle music, to name a few. This place has incredible potential - you nailed it with the remodel BUT, if owners don't read the reviews you won't have the traffic you deserve. The food is genuinely good - everything we've tried is delicious but when you're overpricing items and not including beans or rice at a Mexican establishment, you need to nail everything else and this includes MUSIC at a Mexican restaurant. Ensure you're fully stocked at the bar and no 86 episodes of basic menu items. We're local and are sincerely rooting for you just get it together. Please. read more

Tequila Cocina Review We stopped by Tequila Cocina on a Monday afternoon for happy hour and were honestly blown away. The happy hour menu is amazing--great prices and even better food and drinks. I had the ceviche, which was a solid portion for just $10 and super fresh. My girlfriend got the birria tacos (3 for $10), and they were packed with flavor. We also grabbed drinks from the happy hour menu--$5 margaritas and $10 mixed drinks. We had a few (no regrets), and every one of them was well-made. The vibe was chill, the service was great, and the quality for the price is tough to beat. I was actually surprised it wasn't busier, but I guess that's the perk of a Monday visit. Definitely a hidden gem during the day--we'll be back for sure! read more

Tequila Cocina + Cantina - Ceviche - New Mexican Cuisine Near Me - Phoenix, Arizona

We stopped in for a late-night drink and had a great experience. The margaritas were excellent, refreshing, well-balanced, and definitely a highlight. I was surprised to see sushi on the menu, so I tried the Tequila Roll, and it was amazing. I did not get the name of our server but she explained the menu very well and gave us recommendations for next time. read more

The food was good, but super expensive and I left hungry. Super disappointed will never eat here again. Did not leave a very good tip because we had to keep asking for the waiter to fill our waters, not cool man. very disappointing this place had a lot of potential. read more

Tequila Cocina + Cantina - New Mexican Cuisine Near Me - Phoenix, Arizona

They close at 10 when the site says 11. We made a reservation for 9:30 and the kitchen closes at 9:30. Why do you allow reservations for this late if it close at 10. Need to update site. Spent $20 for an uber on the way there and back a waste. read more

Ana was an amazing server--10/10 service! The elote was absolutely my favorite, hands down. The cucumber margarita was so refreshing, and the aguachiles... omg, you just have to taste them. Everything was fresh, flavorful, and on point. Make sure you ask for Ana for truly top-tier service. read more

Tequila Cocina + Cantina - Mango Aguachiles - New Mexican Cuisine Near Me - Phoenix, Arizona

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Maybe we are just spoiled for choice here in Central Phoenix, but Tequila Cocina was a disappointment. It has all the outward trappings of a well-designed restaurant, but it is amateurishly presented. Go to enough decent restaurants and you can tell when one was professionally designed and not. Pricing is high. Every cocktail was $16+. Entrees start at $25 then up. And like others in the reviews, the service was lackluster. I think my review is colored by the guest birthday celebration. I just didn't expect a seemingly nicer restaurant having a low budget, wait staff gathered around, singing/dancing birthday celebration. read more

Decided to check this place out after hearing about it on social media. The servers and host were really nice and the vibe was awesome. Food and drink wise could have been better. The Carne en su jugo was ok definitely needed some flavor, beans needed some salt to them. The other plate was the birria tacos and the meat definitely needed that sazón también. The drinks were really sweet to the point where they might of not been any tequila in them. La comida ocupa mucho más de ese sazón mexicano. read more

There's was a toe nail in our 240$ cantarrito like literal grown man toe nail and they gave us a 48 $discount before tax because they couldn't admit they messed up and tried to blame us a table of girls with acrylics read more

Tequila Cocina + Cantina - Proof we still paid and tipped - New Mexican Cuisine Near Me - Phoenix, Arizona

Went with a large group, the server was super attentive, the ambiance was fun and inviting. Prices were fair and the food was great. My favorite were the octopus tacos and the mango shots. Amazing! Must check out this place if you're in uptown. read more

Tequila Cocina + Cantina - Octopus taco and carne asada taco. Best octopus taco I've ever tried - New Mexican Cuisine Near Me - Phoenix, Arizona

We went for the first time on Mother's Day for brunch, and it was an incredible experience from start to finish. The service was outstanding--friendly, attentive, and impressively quick with our order. Ambiance was so modern too .The food was absolutely delicious, and the drinks were a perfect 10/10. We're already looking forward to coming back to try their dinner menu! read more

Tequila Cocina + Cantina - Tamarin margarita - New Mexican Cuisine Near Me - Phoenix, Arizona

Fun ambiance, especially as the night goes on it seemed to really get live! I reserved a table for our party of 4 on a Sat evening a few weeks in advance because I had a feeling it'd be hard to snag one given all the restaurant's recent social media buzz. They had a live DJ, some cute IG photo areas, and when people order shots the waitstaff lines up and serves them yelling "shots, shots, shots!" As far as the food, I was a little underwhelmed. The guacamole literally came with 4 chips! What?! Our whole table laughed it disbelief. My husband got the birria tacos which I tried and they were okay. I got a plate of taquito looking rolls that were also ok not amazing. The meat in both dishes just wasn't super flavorful. For the price, although the presentation was nice, I definitely expected more flavor and for everything to taste spectacular. Where they did impress was with their drinks. They offer beautiful cocktails with unique and stunning presentations. I was a little disappointed they charged me full price ($21!) for my mocktail even though there was no expensive alcohol in it. But at least they did give me the same fancy presentation. I would say this is probably a great spot to come with friends if you want to enjoy loud music, fancy cocktails and an appetizer or two before heading out. While we weren't offered dessert, I did just see they have a few nice options so maybe those are a nice addition as you pregame too. read more

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Our party enjoyed guacamole, two different types of steak tacos and ceviche! All were simply delish. The ceviche was fresh and amazingly bright tasting. Owner came out to make sure we liked the food, was very personable and staff was attentive. We loved the authentic food. And although we didn't try any of the fish dishes, they looked fantastic. We plan on going again. Give them a try! read more

Came here for my anniversary dinner. Made reservation because we have never been here before. When we came in, there was one large party and a small table so it was pretty empty. We ordered drinks. I ordered the fresa margarita and my boyfriend ordered the Moscow mule. My drink was okay and he said his was terrible. He's not one to complain so he just drank it. For dinner, I ordered the birria tacos with a side of beans and guacamole. He ordered the ribeye medium rare. It came with a side of potatoes and asparagus. The steak was good, cooked to the right temp. The asparagus was fine. The potatoes were completely flavorless. My birria tacos were truly the star of the show. They had plenty of tender meat and cheese. The consome was flavorful as well. The guacamole had zero flavor and the beans were super gooey with zero flavor as well. The service wasn't good. With it being so empty, our waitress was not attentive at all. When it's busy, I totally understand but there was no excuse. Even though the tacos were killer, not a good enough reason to ever return. I'm taking the guac home to try and save it. read more

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I love an intimate ambiance with great service and I'm a local in the area and was extremely excited to say the least. We schedule reservations at 7pm walked in and was greeted to our table of 4. It was a pretty quiet night so pretty much had the entire to ourselves. I believe we simply had a bad waiter probably the worst and couldn't understand the lack of attention. Our waiter was a young Hispanic guy who just couldn't perform his role properly. We got our dinner before our appetizers. We had to waive him over numerous times from gossiping with the other two ladies at the bar where there were no pedestrians. A lot of gossiping and chatting at the corner or end of the bar where they grab their beverages. The food was okay. We ordered a ceviche which I thought was a cocktail de camarón half it was just okay. The green enchiladas were descent. We were wanting a few more margaritas but with the waiting around we decided to go elsewhere. Then got handed over a nice bill requesting 20 percent of my bill like he provided the best experience. Luckily I have a heart and gave him 40 dollars of my bill do the math for a horrendous unsatisfying experience. I'm a foodie and tipper at heart but this service completely turned me off I won't be coming here again. read more

Very nice atmosphere and service was good but the prices were outrageous and they service your main dish with no beans or rice if you want you could purchase a side of beans which I thought was funny because the meal itself was costly but I only been there once and never again read more