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    4.1 (186 reviews)
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    Good for groups
    Good for kids

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    Scott W.

    First time here. We stopped in for dinner on a Thursday night. It's located in a stripmall. Big windows on the front that bring in evening (westerly) sun. It's set up to order at the counter, they give you a number, and then bring out your drinks and food. When we arrived we were greeted by a super friendly staffer. Since it was our first time she explained the process, told us we could open up a tab, which allowed us to get drinks and guac while we decided on the rest of our order. Our drinks, a Margarita and Paloma were both very good. Generous pours, with interesting seasoned salt on the glasses. They had brought us a small complimentary basket of chips, with some Salsa. The Guacamole that we ordered came with another batch of warm chips. The Guac was was good (not great). We like it a bit chunkier, and it didn't taste "just made fresh". After a short wait, our food came out. We got a "Uno Dos Tres", with Empanada, Tamale, and Enchilada. Each of those items was very good. The favorite, Beef Empanada was larger than we are used to, deep fried?, with some guajillo cream that was delicious. The Carnitas was also very good too. It came it hot, very tender, and a good portion (took home leftovers). Throughout the entire meal, the staff/servers checked on us, got us additional napkins, and some waters. Very attentive for having counter ordering. With the exception of the Guac, the meal was excellent. Definitely come back again.

    Audrey G.

    Guess the last time that I was here was well over 5-8 years ago. Overall I did like the food but personally thought it was pricey for lunch They do have a loyalty program in place You order at the counter and your order will come Plus you will get chips and salsa For me it's out of the way to patronize but willing to come every few months As I was paying my bill. Noticed a cash amount vs a credit/debit card amount

    Celeste L.

    Great place in the suburbs in Pewaukee for dining with your friends. I went here during late afternoon In the winter. Great food! Nice presentation for food. Has vegetarian options. I didn't see any gluten free specific options but would be nice to indicate it on the menu. The place was a little busy but we didn't have a problem finding a table. You order your food at the front and find a table do seating. It makes it convenient so your food is up front.

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    Rod L.

    My wife and I recently moved to Waukesha and have been excited to explore local dining options, particularly in search of an excellent Mexican restaurant. Unfortunately, The Spanish Traveler did not meet our expectations. During our lunch visit, we ordered chicken quesadillas to share, and each selected a chimichanga (one steak, one beef). The chicken quesadillas were well-prepared and flavorful, though they were served with only a very small drop of sour cream on the plate. At $16, we expected a bit more in terms of both portion and presentation. The chimichangas, while nicely plated, were much smaller than what we've typically experienced at other Mexican restaurants. At a combined cost of $71 for our lunch (receipt attached for reference), I was surprised by the modest portion sizes. However, what truly sealed our decision not to return was the handling of a simple request. My wife asked for additional sour cream, and we were informed there would be an extra charge of $1. After spending $71 on a meal, being told we would need to pay an additional dollar for what amounts to a very small condiment felt unreasonable and left a poor impression. In my view, a business should be focused on building relationships and loyalty, especially with new customers. Charging a premium for a minimal cost item after a substantial meal purchase felt pennywise and dollar foolish. It may have saved the restaurant a few cents today, but it cost them our future business. Waukesha offers many Mexican dining options, and I'm confident we will find a restaurant that values its customers' experience more thoughtfully. Would you expect to pay an additional dollar for a small amount of sour cream after spending $71 on lunch? I personally would not--and didn't.

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    Perla A.

    Really good food, worth the money. Exited my expectations. Recommend if you like authentic Mexican flavors

    Tostada, taquito, and empanada combo plate
    Jesse S.

    I really wish I could give 3.5 stars. The setup of this place is wildly inefficient, but it's hard to take off a full star because the food is delicious. All orders are taken at the counter and when I was there it was just one woman taking orders. The entire time I was there, the line was out the door. It moves slow because there are lots of options, most things can be customized with the meat, and the menu is hard to see unless you pull it up on your phone. Once you order you take your number back to your table, grab any drinks, and wait for your food to be brought out to you - it's a strange mix of table and counter service. Food comes out as it's ready. For a table of four my family's food came out 15 minutes before mine was done. I went over to the serving station to inquire and was greeted with a look of disdain. Apparently it's not polite to inquire when your family is nearly done and you haven't even received a thing. When you finish you have to take your number back up the counter, keep it mind it's still just one person, and checkout to finalize your bill. Supposedly, this is so you can keep a tab going, but it's not the type of environment that you'd stay all night. So now to the food. The chips that arrive when you sit down are quite nice - a light crunch and a little salt. Wasn't a huge fan of of the salsa. In the spirit of trying things, I had the three choice combo plate. The tostada was a little hard to break apart and eat, but the toppings piled on top made it worth it. The taquito had a perfectly crispy crunch on the outside and packed with meat on the inside. It probably could've used a little dipping sauce. The best item for me was the empanada - crunchy on the outside and light and airy on the inside. It also had toppings over the top to add a bit more dimension. As is, I recommend you order ahead or delivery if it's possible to avoid the chaotic service. Certainly the best mix of Latin American food you will get in the area.

    Al pastor meat plate with guacamole and street corn.
    Mike H.

    Stopped in for lunch after a long morning and didn't know what to expect. This place has a somewhat limited menu but the food was fantastic. 3 or is had different things and they were all delicious. The staff was friendly and helpful. You never know with strip mall restaurants but these guys knocked it out of the park. Great atmosphere, solid staff , clean and casual dining especially for a working lunch.

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    Dang that was good. All 4 of us completely cleared our plates. The atmosphere and staff were also great. Highly recommend.

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    It's been a while since we made it back to Contento, and on a Saturday at 4:30 the place was…read morealready packed, with lots of reservations on the list. We chose to sit at the bar and Kevin did a great job taking care of us. A quick drink and small plate dinner and the evening was perfect. So, lesson to learn: make a reservation if you want a table. The food and drinks are fantastic, and the reputation is well known. Absolutely worth a stop, especially with the warmer weather setting in; outdoor seating is really nice.

    Stopped into Contento after an event next door because it appeared tables were open and last year…read morewhen we walked by it was beyond packed so we were hopeful for a table this time. Found out tables were only available via reservation which I thought was a bit odd for a Mexican restaurant but we were offered a seat at the bar so we jumped on that. Inside the decor was festive with a number of Frida pictures and great wallpaper in the restroom. We ordered guacamole and tacos. The guacamole came out quickly and was tasty, with a slightly sweet twist due to the pomegranate seeds and chips just as I like them. I ordered the milwalke and manolos bam bam tacos. I preferred the bam bam because it was filled a bit more but I didn't love the mayo based sauce on either. I would've preferred that on the side or, even better, an offering of salsa instead. I would've loved to review their salsa but only heard about it as I was finished up and it was offered to the couple sitting next to us at the bar. I was excited to try here but there were a few misses during our visit so we'll head to other local restaurants when we're in the area for a more satisfying meal next time.

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    4.4(42 reviews)
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    Love this place, never go more than 2 weeks before we circle back and order again. It's fantastic!…read more The food is delicious. Period. They have the best Tripe tacos I've ever had. Followed by the Lengua tacos. WOW. Of course you have to try the Quesabirria Tacos w/consume. Dynamite! My wife always gets the chicken enchilada in salsa roja, my daughter a quesadilla (she boring). Jalisco has the BEST sides of rice and beans I've ever had in a Mexican establishment, great flavors and respect for the ingredients and cooking process so everything shines through. They have Elote too, not quite the traditional way but damn I can't stop eating it! I've tried almost the whole menu; the lomo en salsa de arbol, carne asada, chile rellenos, bistec à la mexicana, gorditas w/carnitas & chorizo. I could eat here everyday! It's a cute little place with great service. Recently I caught some World Cup action while we waited. Different beers and sodas (Modelo, Jarritos) are available, as well as fresh guacamole and pico de gallo. They make a spicy taco salsa that's the right amount of heat and flavor. Give the a try, you won't regret it! Never errored an order of mine either, very consistent - and affordable! Like wow!

    Truly an exceptional establishment. Taco Jalisco has quickly become a local favorite of mine, and I…read morehave happily shared this spot with my family and friends. Firstly, the service is amazing. All the staff are so friendly and polite. You are free to sit wherever you would like upon arriving, and a waiter follows you shortly to your table to drop off chips and salsa and inquire about drinks. Soon after that, you are asked what you would like for your main course, a question which I have never had to wait more than 10-15 minutes to be fulfilled. They are so so efficient here with zero sacrifice to the quality of their dishes. The guacamole is so creamy and delicious, and the steak and chicken tacos are personal favorites of mine. Everything is seasoned excellently. The inside is homey and quaint, and has cozy seating which is never too crowded. It is a comfortable space. If you have not yet tried Taco Jalisco, you truly are missing out!!

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