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    Terlingua

    4.4 (501 reviews)
    Open 11:30 am - 9:30 pm
    Updated over 3 months ago

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    Sarah S.

    Enjoyed being on the patio they provide heaters and plastic to help make it more enjoyable when the weather is cooler. A variety of seating options. Nice decor. Friendly staff. We ordered just appetizers. The street corn could have used some chips. I told the server it was delicious but I think they can afford to add a small handful of chips for dipping. The seasoning of the dishes was great. I have no doubt the flavors of other items would be nice, I think we might be used to $18 entrees coming with something else, We saw the tacos and realized that the price only included the taco. Aside from that I see why this place was super busy.

    Fish taco
    Beth D.

    After reading multiple reviews, I had very high expectations for this establishment. When we arrived, there was a 30 minute wait. I highly recommend making a reservation. We were seated on the patio and ordered our drinks. I had a spicy margarita and my husband had the Old Fashion. The margarita was in a short glass and tasted like it was made with well tequila. Very disappointing given the $14 price tag. For an appetizer, we had the blue fin ceviche. It was very good. Finally, our waitress recommended the tacos. We ordered the brisket and fish taco. The brisket taco left alot to be desired. Very little flavor. The fish taco was covered in a cream sauce that overpowered the taco. Overall, we were very disappointed with the food. Definitely overpriced given the portion size and quality.

    Espresso martini and a tequila shot
    Michele J.

    Food is amazing. You can smell the BBQ around the whole block. Servers are friendly and knowledgeable about their menu. Great place to sit outside on a nice day or inside if you want. Top tier tequila available and seasonal fun drinks. This is a place you should not miss

    Fried oyster mushroom tacos
    Kim O.

    Tried lunch on a snowy Saturday. Got seated right away and our waiter approached quickly. He definitely was looking for us to order drinks and when we didn't his interest quickly waned. We need a minute with the menu and decided to try a special ( chicken empanada), a brisket and chili cheeseburger and queso with tortilla chips. The burger was delicious, juicy and loaded with flavor. I liked the high top and appreciated not having people on top of us. It was also not loud, easy to have a conversation. Everything was quite good but the server was pretty uninterested and seemed to be in a rush. He never came to the table after our food came out. I find that annoying as we had head good things about the place. We'd go back for the food but not for the service. 4 stars for good...for service I would give 2.

    Brisket Tacos
    Tyler D.

    A Tex-Mex BBQ joint in Portland Maine! I wasn't sure what to expect but I was met with a cool vibe and good food, wasn't like it is back home but we had a great experience here. We got here a bit earlier than our reservation and were promptly seated anyways!

    Munah H.

    Delicious food and friendly staff! Terilingua serves Texas-style barbecue with a Mexican twist. They are known for their house-smoked meats and variety of sauces. Their decor is between modern and homestyle. Many warm colors. Mom and I ordered off their happy hour menu. Staff was friendly and answered all of our questions. I ordered the Enchiladas. The enchiladas had chicken, chihuahua cheese, red chile sauce, crema & cilantro. The chicken was tender and I love that it had a little spicy kick to it! My mom ordered 2 sliders: pork and brisket. My mom never had sliders but she loved the presentation of them. Both meats were very tender. For happy hour options, they were both very filling.

    Conrad J.

    What a great spot! Sat at the bar, no lines no waiting. Drinks, great food, great company and bar staff. Talk it up while creating concoctions Bright, inviting and relaxing! Five stars!!

    Outdoor patio
    Angie Y.

    You wouldn't expect to find BBQ this good in Portland, but the reviews don't lie--this place lives up to the hype. We ordered a mix of grilled meats--brisket, pulled pork, and more--and everything was incredibly tender and juicy. You barely needed a knife. There were a few different sauces to choose from, all full of flavor and perfect for dipping. The side salad was actually impressive too--not just a pile of lettuce, but packed with fresh, Mexican-inspired ingredients. We also tried the ceviche, which was super fresh and bright, served with crisp house-made chips. Portion was a little small, but definitely worth it for the quality. The outdoor patio is beautiful and gives you the feeling of being somewhere in Latin America. It's dog-friendly, the staff is warm and welcoming, and they seem to be known for their tacos too--definitely coming back to try those next time.

    Baja fish tacos
    Sarah H.

    Had a delicious birthday dinner here back in September where I devoured the fish tacos! The atmosphere was so fun, and sitting outside felt a little magical too. Would recommend!

    Guacamole
    LeeLee S.

    I've had this place bookmarked for a while and my brother recently read about it, we're here for the month so we decided to finally try it out. Holy macaroni, it was DELICIOUS!! We all loved our meals. We got the queso to start with. We couldn't stop eating it. My Dad and I got the Smoked Pork Carnitas Tacos and my brother a platter with brisket, pork, sausage, salad, pickled onions, pickles and corn bread. Since it was our first time there we ordered three sides, the mac & cheese, street corn succotash & papas bravas. We couldn't stop how delicious it all was while we were eating. I also got a side of guac, which was delish and margaritas, which were tasty. We didn't have reservations so we were sat at a high top on the right side of the restaurant. The bathroom is on the left side of the restaurant, I'm glad I had to go because that area looks super cute! I'd like to eat in there next time. There's a bar in that area. I would 1000% recommend this place.

    Strawberry Basil with Mezcal and sugar rim. Brisket tacos
    Susan S.

    These are the best tacos. We took them to go so didn't get a chance to experience the ambiance or service really. It did take a long time for our tacos - once ordered it took about 40 minutes. We sat at the gin distillery across the street (I highly recommend their gin - Hardshore Gin https://www.hardshoredistilling.com/) BUT even though we had to wait a long time the tacos were the best. I would get every single kind to try - amazing flavor and quality. I ate mine so quick I forgot to take a pic. oops Went back next day and took a pic. Soooo good. Go!!

    Saddle Up BBQ Board
    Jenna W.

    A fun birthday gathering at Terlingua. Everyone was thrilled with their dinners. The Saddle Up BBQ Board was a huge hit and for us non-meat eaters, the succotash was delicious, as always. The servers were wonderful and made up for not being outside. My only complaint is the noise in the "Market". Would have preferred the dining room.

    Burger

    Had a delightful time! Great drinks, great food, warmed us up on a chilly day. Great server and lovely atmosphere!

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