A fantastic new addition to the neighborhood inPlainville, CT. We had to check it out, and it did…read morenot disappoint. We started with a Piña Colada and a house margarita--both were delicious and went down smooth. For an appetizer, we split the chicken taquitos, which were a smash hit! For our main entrees, we ordered the white chicken chimichanga and the Mexican steak tacos topped with mango and cotija cheese. Everything tasted incredibly fresh and authentic.We finished the meal with their homemade flan, and it absolutely knocked my socks off. The flavors here are excellent, and we will definitely be back!

I erroneously thought Don Juan's Mexican Grill & Cantina was part of a chain. It's an easy enough…read moremistake to make with similarly named Mexican restaurants throughout the States. And seeing how extensively the former Denny's Restaurant was remodeled you definitely get that large corporate feeling. This is not your Mom & Pop's home-town restaurant effort. But that corporate feeling begins to fade somewhat while you are dining. The staff are friendly, helpful, and appear to be enjoying themselves as evidenced by some of them singing along to the authentic Mexican background music. The menu is huge! Would you believe 20 pages of drinks and food? Fortunately, there are photos for almost every dish, so you have no problem wondering what it is that you are ordering. Besides, most of the offerings are Tex-Mex dishes which Americans are quite familiar with by now, e.g., tacos, burritos, enchiladas, fajitas, quesadillas, and chimichangas. One thing that I found puzzling was that tamales were only available in each of the three Combo dishes. You apparently cannot order tamales singularly. Upon being seated, we were promptly served complimentary chips along with a red salsa and a refried bean dip with cheese, pepper, and tomato. The salsa had no spicing at all. We each ordered a large (24 oz.) draft Modelo Especial ($10 each). My initial test of a Mexican restaurant is to try a dish with their Mole and compare it with memories of the home cooked meal I was served by a close Mexican friend more than 30 years ago. However, I had wanted to also try something more than the Pollo Mole at Don Juan's. I zeroed in on Tampiqueña ($27); a marinated grilled steak and a mole enchilada coated in their house made Tia Maria Mole sauce. The dish was also served with refried beans, rice, lettuce, tomato, green onions, and guacamole in place of sliced avocado. The steak was pounded very thin so that the likely tougher cut that was used was not overly chewy. The flavors however, with the grilling and marinade were quite tasty. The enchilada was filled with tender chicken, and the mole coating on the flour tortilla was more sweet than savory as opposed to what I would have expected from a more traditional chicken and mole combination. I guess it was the Tia Maria. Once again, I did not notice any spiciness . I was also provided with a container of four fresh, warm, flour tortillas. While I'm not a fan of flour tortillas these were the best flour tortillas I've ever encountered. My wife ordered the Tacos Al Pastor ($21), choosing steak over pork or chicken, topped with pico de gallo and fresh cabbage in corn tortillas. The three tacos were also served with rice, lettuce, and tomato. The red salsa served on the side had no spiciness. However, a second container of salsa more brownish in color had plenty of spiciness. She was very pleased with her meal. One additional item on the dessert list called out to me from the moment I saw it on the menu. Sopapillas ($9), as served here, they are triangular shaped pastry dusted with cinnamon sugar, whipped cream, and a drizzle of chocolate sauce. They were tasty and enjoyable but nothing like what I first encountered in a Mexican restaurant more than 55 years ago in Albuquerque, New Mexico. There they were a basket of fried dough morsels served to us before our meal, with honey to be poured on them. YUM! Overall, we were pleased with our Tex-Mex experience and are very likely to return to try some additional menu items. If you want spicy, be sure to request the appropriate salsa.

Stopped in for brunch and had a blast. The mimosa deal was great for my wife and I. We enjoyed the…read moredip trio appetizer which was solid, definitely could've used some more chips. The service was fine, I think our waiter had a large section and was trying to make sure he got to everyone. The food was the real star. Both of our main dishes were amazing and super filling. Easily enough for two meals. One of my favorite local brunch spots, especially for quality Mexican food.

Very disappointed. Our group of about 14 women reserved a lunch get together at this restaurant…read more The place looked very nice. It was empty when we came, and we had at least 4 servers taking care of us. But the service was totally inadequate! We were seated at two tables. One table got their food before the second table even got our orderscyskrn despite several requests. The first table got their checks before we even got our food. When our reservation was made we were assured that we would get separate checks, but after our lunch there were several discussions and arguments about getting separate checks, using credit cards etc. At the end we did get separate checks but it was a hassle. Our food was if uneven quality. Some hot dishes were cold. My "tropical" salad was a big bowl of iceberg lettuce with a few strawberries and a couple tiny (diced) pieces of canned pineapple. It cost like a real lunch - about $15. The whole experience was unpleasant.

Friendly staff. Good value. House Margaritas for happy hour were perfect. Wait staff engaging…read more Worked well together. We will be back

Mexican isn't what I normally pick when we go out, but Sarah got to choose so we came here. We sat…read moreinside and it was loud with several 8+ birthday parties going on around us. But we did get a table quickly, which was nice for a Saturday night. Normally I get the same few things so I decided to try two new things for me. I ordered the appetizer "Esquites", which is grilled corn served off the cob with creamy chipotle sauce, tajin, cotija cheese and cilantro. I was a portion large enough to share and spicy but not too hot. I would order it again, or perhaps try and make it at home. I also ordered the "Charro Sampler" which came with 3-4 chicken wings; 3-4 deep fried jalapeño poppers; several cut up pieces of a chicken flauta; a cut up cheese quesadilla; and sour cream and guacamole. The wings were breaded and fried but were soft and without much flavor. A sauce would have helped, unless that was what the guac. was for. The jalapeno poppers likely came from the freezer but they seemed several steps above what I can find at the supermarket. The quesadilla was unremarkable. The chicken flauta was like a large glorified taquito and it was enjoyable. For a platter that was completely full of deep-fried items, though, I wouldn't order it again as my entree. My son ordered the chicken fingers kid's meal (which had a kid-friendly price, thank you!) and the fries seemed very limp and perhaps undercooked. Maybe all my food was hogging the fryer. Our waitress was very nice though also very busy with other tables and I had to fetch my own water after a while. This seems to serve the normal Mexican style food like other places and it doesn't stand out to me.

Is it a 3 or a 4 star? Food - 4; Ambiance - 3; and service - 5. Average comes to 4. Parking…read moreis adequate except on Cinco dr Mayo. It is a very bright venue with loud music. Service is fast (most likely hoping for fast turnover). Chips and salsa delivered upon arrival. Ordered a chicken fajita / taco salad. An abundance of peppers but could have used more lettuce to satisfy the salad portion. SO ordered a steak dish which was more than enough for 2 meals. So maybe, it's all in what you order. Is it someplace I'd go back? Sure, it'll get added to our list of places to return to.

I decided to give Don Tequila a try after hearing mixed things about it. With that being said, it…read moreturned out to be a painfully average restaurant. With that known, I ordered the Tex Mex nachos for an appetizer and they were actually very good. To explain, the chips tasted fresh and homemade. Likewise, the cheese sauce was hot and had nice flavor. I really enjoyed the nachos and I hoped my entree would be just as good, but sadly that didn't happen. Knowing that, I ordered the shrimp and steak fajitas for my dinner and I was disappointed. To breakdown, the steak was terrible. It was cut extremely thin and was as tough as a tire. Similarly, the tortillas tasted store bought and had a weird taste to them. On the flip side, the shrimp, peppers, and onions were all enjoyable. They tasted fresh and were actually cooked properly. That said, the fajitas weren't terrible, but I wouldn't get them again. Conclusively, Don Tequila is a mediocre Mexican restaurant that is nothing to write home about.

love La capital my favorite taco spot when I'm having a bad day me and my boyfriend come drive out…read more45 mins just for these tacos !

Over the holidays a friend was raving about these Birria Tacos she had at La Capital Taco in the…read moreGalleria 7 Market on Rt.7. The description had my mouth watering. We were in the area and stopped to see what the hype was about. I'm so glad we did, those tacos were magical flavor bombs. Tender meat, melted cheese, chopped onions, cilantro and I could have drank the Consommé for dipping. I am also a queso connoisseur lol, and theirs was creamy and the chips had to be homemade. Service was fast and friendly. If you haven't been to Galleria 7 Market it's a cute cafeteria type atmosphere with seat yourself tables and so many different food vendors to choose from.

greatt local spot for Mexican food. You can really tell everything is made with care and pride --…read morethe flavors are authentic, fresh, and full of comfort. Every bite tasted homemade, not rushed or generic like big chains. The food was authentic,delicious, portions were huge, and the quality really stood out. On top of that, the people were kind, welcoming, and clearly passionate about what they do, which makes the experience even better. If you're looking to support a small business and enjoy amazing Mexican food, this place is definitely worth checking out. I'll absolutely be back. i could not take pictures due to me diving in the food as soon as it was ready . i recommend eating theere while food is hot

Do you want a small family homey atmosphere? This is your place. Inside has multiple tables…read morewith Mexican vibe to get you in the mood for your meal. We've had a meal at Taqueria a few times and thoroughly enjoyed both. Always flavorful, and always plenty to eat. A picture is worth a thousand words. Staff are very pleasant. Adequate parking in a small strip mall. But I always forget about them because I don't see their shop everyday. Go and enjoy.

This festive mexican spot is a quick walk from work, so we checked it out for Monday lunch. A very…read morenice lady took the order over the phone and the items were ready when we arrived. This is very important when running out for a quick break from work. I ordered chorizo and cheese empanada and chicken tacos. The tacos were a large portion and covered on each layer. The crema was flavorful and large prices of chicken with jalepenos tomatoes and lettuce. The empanada melts in your mouth with very flaky crust. Will definitely be back for lunch.

So good! A casual spot with a good amount of seating and clean bathrooms! The people working here…read morewere also very nice! I ordered the Birria tacos and tres leches cake. The birria tacos were amazing! I would definitely go back!

First of all, Toro! No one, and I mean no one, told y'all to be this much of a vibe inside this…read moredarn restaurant! The design of this place is so intentional and curated. It somehow manages to feel upscale while still being approachable and relaxed. Everything works together beautifully. The decor, the atmosphere, the energy. The design screams that it feels Bonita. I stopped by during happy hour and ordered the guacamole, the nachos, and a soft drink. Now look, I know. I KNOW! Who goes to happy hour at a brand-new restaurant and doesn't order one of the cocktails when they looked exceptionally good? Me, apparently. I'm on a fitness journey, so I stuck with a soft drink - and a ridiculous amount of chips that came with the guac and nachos. #DontJudgeMe The food was great, and the happy hour menu was definitely worth it. I walked over from a nearby hotel, but I did notice they have plenty of parking available. The restaurant was clean, the atmosphere was welcoming, and the service was excellent. Sorry, I don't remember the name of the person who helped me at the bar, but they were fantastic. Apparently everything was so good that I completely forgot to take pictures, which honestly might be the highest compliment I can give. 10 out of 10. Definitely recommend.

Really nice staff bartender was super friendly lots of parking great restaurant and rest rooms just…read morea overall nice place to gang out get a meal relax or do a bull shot . My salmon was perfectly done in amazing cream sauce it had a jalapeño that was roasted on top which I didn't try with all the salsa abd queso my limit was reached ; my burger half had birria tacos which were delicious too. He has had their 50 dollar lobster quesadilla; which he promised next time we see going to an event we will try ....because he said it was the best he's had.

We came back for a family dinner. The music was pretty loud so it was hard to hear each other but…read morethat food though. I went for the tostadas with chicken. I have never had one but it was so good. The tostadas were crispy, everything was fresh and the chicken was was delicious. Three nice sized tostadas piled high with goodness. Everyone enjoyed their meals and of course we got the guacamole and chips! Great service too!

Stopped for lunch while out doing other things. This place is nicer on the inside than out. Small…read morestaff, amazing adult beverages, and quilty food.

Ambiance food and service. The bar tenders are great. Food is delish and plenty of it.read more

What a great find! Great food, very friendly staff! Must have a great reputation because it was…read morereally busy. We sat at the bar so we didn't have to wait for a table. The bartender was awesome and earned a large tip from us. Both of our sandwiches were enormous and neither one of us was able to finish it. Delicious! Looking forward to the next time we are in the area.