I really enjoyed myself here. If you're looking for authentic Mexican food, this is not the place. But, if you want solid Mexican with a nice vibe; this is a cool spot. [[HIGHLIGHT]]I came early on a Friday around 5:00PM. It was fairly empty, and by 6:30PM, it filled with patrons.[[ENDHIGHLIGHT]] I ordered Pacifico on draft, which is not included within Happy Hour, and their 22 ounce glass is not cheap. I ordered beef fajitas for my meal. They provided a really nice complimentary tortilla and two salsas, which got me started with my beer on an empty stomach. The fajita's came with rice and beans. I enjoyed the entire dish and had a great time. Mosaic is a really cool area that I try to visit when I'm in this part of Virginia because of the variety of restaurants and shops. It's just a cool place that we don't have anywhere in NYC. Mosaic actually has a city vibe without the headache of parking and commotion. There's a huge three or four level parking garage, with street parking. read more

Urbano - Mosaic District - I love Pacifico... - Tex-Mex Near Me - Fairfax, Virginia

3.5/5 Happy Hour Experience-came here around 5:30pm on a Friday- did not need reservations. We did happy hour (bar area only)- they had high top seats so we could sit with each other). We got the $11 nachos with brisket, $11 taquitos chicken, $12 taquitos el pastor?, and $7 margs. The food was yummy- and the margs were good. The service was a bit slow and lacking-we had to be the ones to flag down the server multiple times- even went up to the counter to place our orders because we couldn't catchy anyone's attention. It took margaritas almost 20 minutes to get out- of it was faster we probably would've ordered more. It was getting busier but far from being packed. We saw the employees chatting and goofing around a lot. tldr: food and drinks were good but took a while to be able to order and get the food and drinks out. Decent happy hour prices (in this economy). read more

[[HIGHLIGHT]]Came here for a holiday luncheon from work and the decor was nice and fancy.[[ENDHIGHLIGHT]] I had ordered the 72 hour slow cooked short ribs and it was okay. The meat felt soft but tough at the same time but the flavor was pretty good. They positioned my asparagus in either the shape of a ln A or it was made by the Blair witch... I'm not too sure but that kinda low key haunted me throughout my meal. It still haunted me... why did they put it in that shape... Why? But still had a nice time... read more

Urbano - Mosaic District - 72 hour Short Rib - Tex-Mex Near Me - Fairfax, Virginia

[[HIGHLIGHT]]Spacious and modern Tex-Mex, very conveniently located in the Mosaic District.[[ENDHIGHLIGHT]] [[HIGHLIGHT]]It has a funky, young atmosphere.[[ENDHIGHLIGHT]] I had the beef and chicken tacos, the food quality was average but portion sizes were reasonably large and the service very friendly and attentive. read more

Urbano - Mosaic District - TACOS - Tex-Mex Near Me - Fairfax, Virginia

[[HIGHLIGHT]]The restaurant is very vibrant with many specials.[[ENDHIGHLIGHT]] I ordered two soft tacos with steak. It was more like a beef stew then the grilled steak I expected. The breakfast burrito was big with a sauce on top. The refined beans were fine. Nothing to rave about. The guacamole came in a cute pig molcajete. The mild sauce that came with the chips was tasty. The service was also a bit slow. Overall I think I'll try other taco places nearby. Might come back for the drink specials. read more

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[[HIGHLIGHT]]The music was loud but the food was exceptionally delicious and the ambiance was very pleasant.[[ENDHIGHLIGHT]] [[HIGHLIGHT]]The lady was nice but the painting of frida kahlo was haunting me her spirit was in there i know it.[[ENDHIGHLIGHT]] [[HIGHLIGHT]]And the cactus cannot be real i have never seen pink and blue cacti that big in my life.[[ENDHIGHLIGHT]] no where in facebook read more

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Our waitress Patty was fantastic! She was engaging, efficient and made our evening memorable. The server was great too. [[HIGHLIGHT]]Great outdoor seating.[[ENDHIGHLIGHT]] The shrimp in the salad was cooked perfectly and the Old Fashioned was great. We will definitely be back and will ask to be seated in Patty's section. read more

Service: very nice! A bit slow at times, but very nice - much more attentive toward the end Ambiance: casual Tex-Mex spot. Usable bathrooms but they smelled bad and weren't very clean. Sinks spray all over so be careful. Food: no! Not worth the cost and doesn't compare to local spots at all. Even with an inkind promotion, I was still mad at what I paid. Enchilada: not good at all. I got pork with green sauce. Sauce was on the sweeter side. Chimichanga: unimpressive Rice: bland and dry Charro beans: just tastes like roasted something lol Taco: ground beef - very basic but okay Fried ice cream: pass. Not truly fried, just rolled around in some soft topping and placed on top of sweet, fried tortilla strips. Coke: flat Wouldn't return. read more

Urbano - Mosaic District - Combo - Tex-Mex Near Me - Fairfax, Virginia

If you want a mexican dining experience that is a bit luxurious and you're mainly searching for a fancy vibe, check out Urbano in the Mosaic District. The prices of their food are a bit steep for the portions they offer in contrast to your average mexican restaurant, but if you're not the kind to eat until your overstuffed their portions might just do it for you. My sister and I had their steak fajitas, and it was presented nicely and cooked to perfection on a bed of onions. Their chips come with two different salsas, one of which is a smoky chipotle salsa that I haven't tried anywhere else! The person taking our orders roamed around and checked in on their customers often which was nice. Enjoyed the experience here. read more

Urbano - Mosaic District - Tex-Mex Near Me - Fairfax, Virginia

I really wanted to like this place. My wife and I visited after a show last Saturday. [[HIGHLIGHT]]Atmosphere was nice. Inviting[[ENDHIGHLIGHT]]. The staff was very friendly and attentive. But the problems began right away. The server brought our appetizer, but it was not what we ordered. We got octopus instead of shrimp ceviche. And there were no plates for us to use to eat the ceviche, which we shared. The cocktails took forever to come out ... not until after we had finished the appetizer. The entrees were just OK. I ordered a shredded beef chimichanga and taco combo. The taco meat (also shredded beef) was dry; the chimichanga was good, but the rice and beans on the side were cold. Nothing like cold refried beans. My wife ordered a shrimp and chorizo dish, and she said it was OK. For dessert, we ordered sopapillas. Instead of being light and fluffy, they were thin and brittle and fell apart as soon as we picked them up. It made eating them difficult. All in all just a fair experience. We probably won't go back. read more

[[HIGHLIGHT]]We love this place in the spring and summer--open air, great food.[[ENDHIGHLIGHT]] [[HIGHLIGHT]]We went there in winter and they do not turn the heat on. It was somewhere in the 50s in the place and no vestibule to keep outside chill out[[ENDHIGHLIGHT]]. [[HIGHLIGHT]]By the end of the meal, we were nearly frozen to death.[[ENDHIGHLIGHT]] The manager had no explanation and had not contacted HVAC or anyone about remedying its Weird. Come back in summer! [[HIGHLIGHT]]Unreadable thermostat picture (sorry!) that said 61 degrees.[[ENDHIGHLIGHT]] read more

Urbano - Mosaic District - Thermostats said 61 - Tex-Mex Near Me - Fairfax, Virginia

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Average overpriced Texmex food. Queso is great, food is okay, but [[HIGHLIGHT]]there is plenty of space to gather so this makes it a good option for larger parties.[[ENDHIGHLIGHT]] Service is great. Nothing else is really notable. read more

Craving Mexican and around the area? I wouldn't be opposed to giving Urbano a shot. For the most part I would say this place satisfied my cravings with the fajitas but was slightly on the pricer side with the value you're getting. The service was alright, it wasn't anything special and our server seemed unenthusiastic even when I'd consider my siblings and I "easy customers." read more

Urbano - Mosaic District - Tex-Mex Near Me - Fairfax, Virginia

[[HIGHLIGHT]]My boyfriend and I went to the bar at urbano were immediately put off by how loud the music was--you couldn't hear anyone talking, and the place was empty.[[ENDHIGHLIGHT]] The staff had the music blaring and didn't seem to notice or care, even after I said I couldn't hear the bartender multiple times. Another worker eventually turned it down. We were also disappointed by the service. The bartender suggested combining two ceviche options -after we could decide between shrimp or fish but didn't mention it would cost more than double the price ($35 instead of $15). We only found out when the bill arrived, and although she apologized, the charge wasn't adjusted. The food itself was mediocre. Overall, not a great experience. Definitely will not be going back. read more

As Tex Mex goes, Urbano does a pretty good job. We have been here a few times and always leave with the same thoughts. The drinks are decent and the food is good; although, you are kinda left wanting more. read more

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Went during Friday happy hour! If you want the happy hour prices you'll have to sit at the bar, and it's on until 7pm. I give this place 5 stars for their margaritas and the free chips and dip! I could literally just eat the chips and dip for my meal the chips just vanish in my mouth lol. We got the carnitas taquitos and the chicken quesadillas. I was so full from the drinks and chips so I didn't finish it but it was a standard quesadilla. This place gets busy so if you don't have a reservation or come early there may be a wait. We were lucky there were two seats at the bar! read more

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I went to Urbano to celebrate my friend's birthday. I have to say that the thing I remember the most about the place is how strong the alcoholic margaritas were here. Walking inside the interior is spacious with the front windows open. It did feel like I was in DC for a minute since some places have everything inside for the windows open too. We sat down and we immediately got drinks. I got the urbano gold frozen rita regular size. When it initially came out, I was shocked at the size since it was in one of those giant goblet cups. Drinking it was a challenge because since I didn't eat anything prior I was getting a tad drunk. That just means the alcoholic drink is worth getting. For the food, I got the Birria Tacos which came with consomme rojo. It also came with refried beans, rice, veggies such as onions cilantro, jack cheese, sour cream guac, and salsa. It was good but I think the portion was a bit small. I'd probably try another dish here but overall, our server was nice and kept checking on us. I think since it was also early there wasn't many people there but it was also a thursday afternoon too. read more

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Always having a good experience when I eat here! The service if the restaurant is excellent. They stay up to date with their guests, consistently came by to refill water, ask if I needed anything, made sure the food came out in a timely manner. I always enjoy the fajitas. Comes out nice and hot with good portions. This place is very well decorated too. Not only do I enjoy the food but the environment of this restaurant. read more

Urbano - Mosaic District - Tex-Mex Near Me - Fairfax, Virginia

The food here is pricey, but it's delicious. I had a bowl of chili and the Urbano burger. It's terrific, as is the service and [[HIGHLIGHT]]the atmosphere[[ENDHIGHLIGHT]]. read more

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Won't be back. As soon as we were seated, we ordered a drink, guacamole, and kids meals (chicken tenders), planning to order meals for ourselves when staff returned. Unfortunately, everything was dropped off so quickly, and not by the person who first helped us, that we didn't have a chance. We sat there waiting for 30+ minutes--no one came by again, to check on us or take the rest of our order. What's more, the food was disappointing. Tasted like premixed margarita, processed "pureed" guacamole, and processed "spongy" chicken. We finally flagged someone down to ask for the bill. read more

I lucked up and had an amazing lunch while awaiting for my nail appointment next door at mint nails . staff and customer service 10/10 Passionfruit mojito 10/10 Daniela C. And bar staff were kind and attentive from the moment I walked in the door. If it wasn't 1pm in the middle of the day I would've stayed for more drinks. L read more

The staff here is AMAZING and super accommodating!! The food hits every time and the drinks are always good!! My best friend and I drive from MD just to eat here because we already know it's always gonna be a good experience every time! read more

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So the rice is probably premade and so are the beans, but the taco is really good and well-made. My friend noted that you can tell that the enchiladas were premade while the tacos were most likely handmade due to the comparison of imperfections on the tortilla. In my opinion, the Birria tacos were filled to the brim and which with the consome. As always, they are messy but in a good way. Service is pretty standard, and overall the food is good. The restaurant and tables are quite clean, except for the bathroom. read more

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Great service! I really enjoyed the frozen margaritas, and [[HIGHLIGHT]]the decorations/atmosphere made for a fun time.[[ENDHIGHLIGHT]] Food was okay. read more

We received excellent service from Tatiana (Tati). She was super friendly and professional, making the experience truly enjoyable. Food was great, as always! read more

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My sister and I were shopping in the mosaic district and we randomly walked into this place for dinner. This is a nice, chill place with amazing mexican food. We started with guac and chips and had chicken tacos with a side of rice and beans. I absolutely loved the elotes locas. The have a fancy bar. I recommend this place for a chill evening with friends for good mexican food. The service was quick. read more

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Not our best experience. The food arrived cold, and my grilled octopus was burnt--with no chimichurri in sight. Our server was noticeably unpleasant, which didn't help. [[HIGHLIGHT]]On top of that, the place could use some attention to cleanliness--please dust, especially the middle art wall, and wipe down the glass.[[ENDHIGHLIGHT]] Details matter, and unfortunately, they were missed here. read more

Urbano - Mosaic District - Grilled Octopus - Tex-Mex Near Me - Fairfax, Virginia

Came here for brunch, food was overall solid but a little heavy on the salt and oil for my huevos rancheros, so not quite a light brunch and I did not finish it. Service was good though, and there is plenty of space in the restaurant. They also serve chips and salsa as soon as you sit down. read more

Urbano - Mosaic District - Huevos rancheros - Tex-Mex Near Me - Fairfax, Virginia

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They have good consistency and decent Tex-Mex in an area with little Mexican options. Margaritas are pretty good too.

[[HIGHLIGHT]]Ambiance was great! I liked how there was plenty of indoor and outdoor seating so you could choose what you want.[[ENDHIGHLIGHT]] [[HIGHLIGHT]]We decided to sit outside and it was so beautiful and was great seeing everyone walk by.[[ENDHIGHLIGHT]] [[HIGHLIGHT]]There is a section you can sit inside with a huge open window that gives you the best of both worlds.[[ENDHIGHLIGHT]] We were immediately greated with chips and 2 dips. Thought the chips were great! [[HIGHLIGHT]]I went inside to use the restroom and it was alright - not the cleanest but it did the job.[[ENDHIGHLIGHT]] I ordered the fajita salad with steak (cooked medium) which came with romaine, avocado, cheese, fajita veggies, steak and a vinaigrette. I thought it was great but nothing out of this world. I feel like everything besides the steak and dressing I could easily make at home. I wish there were a couple more toppings (corn, or something). I would like to try their happy hour but it is a bummer its at the bar only. They also had weekly specials but we didn't try them this time. read more

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Good Folks!! It's a Shopping Center out in Fairfax Virginia that I had no idea it existed!! Filled with swanked out restaurants I've never heard of I got excited. Let me show you one of them... . Where I am: @urbanotexmex . Location Reviewed: 2985 District Ave., Fairfax VA . Menu Includes: See Website www.urbano116.com/mosaic . Their Chips & Salsa's (House made tortilla chips with a smoked tomato salsa, & red salsa Free $.99). STAMP!! Fresh FRESH chips, & a smoky spicy salsa!! Their Texas Chili (with slow cooked beef, 7 chili's, crema, cheese, onions, & jalapeño $10). STAMP!! Spicy HOT, thick tender beef, & perfect cheese!! Their Birria Tacos Platter (with a beef & chicken queso Birria taco, a consummé Verde, & Rojo, rice, refried beans, pico de gallo, cheese, & sour cream $17). STAMP the chicken Birria!! HITS DIFFERENT!! A creamy chicken soup like consummé, melts in your mouth!! The Beef Birria...DELICIOUS! Good, with a thinner consummé. The Rice & Refried Beans...LIKE THAT!! You can tell everything was cooked that day!! Their Combo Meal (with A Grilled Shrimp Taco-with pickled onions, lettuce, cilantro, & a aioli, A Carnita Enchilada-with a green tomatillo sauce, & blended cheeses-A Ground Beef Chimichanga-a fried flour tortilla with beef & cheese inside-Black Beans, & Rice $19). STAMP the shrimp taco!! Well cooked, & seasoned!! TASTY!! The Enchilada...LIKE THAT!! Savory, meaty, & well seasoned! The Chimichanga...STAMP!! Melted cheese, a crisp flour tortilla, & seasoned beef? YES! The Black Beans...DELICIOUS!! Standard beans. Their Crispy Half Chicken Entree (fried chicken with red chili pineapple sauce, fried plantains, & cilantro rice $25). STAMP!! The chicken stayed crispy, the SAUCE was sweet & spicy. The pineapple sauce drip on the rice, & those sweet crisp plantains!! Their Passionfruit Agua Frescas ($5). STAMP!! Fresh!! Refreshing!! Their Grande Margarita (with @casamigos & @patron $28). STAMP!! Have a designated with you!! . Online Navigation: Easy . Customer Service: On Point!! . Parking: Decent in their FREE garage, ROUGH outside. . Recommendations: That chicken is a must have!! . Music:YouTube-What band Let it Ride-Rain 5 Stars=STAMP 4 1/2 Stars=LIKE THAT 4 Stars=DELICIOUS 3 Stars=DECENT 2 Stars=PASS 1 Star=NAH #Bigschlimsreviews read more

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First time at the Mosaic District location for Urbano and I definitely like the layout. The location has both indoor and outdoor seating; tables are well spaced and it just has a very open air feel to the place. We sat at a high top near the bar and our servers were very attentive. I ordered a mezcalarita and it was really good. The complimentary chips and salsa are always great. We ordered an al pastor quesadilla as an appetizer. Perfect size for two or four people, depending on how hungry you are. I ordered the mezcal marinated steak and my husband ordered al pastor fajitas. Needless to say we were definitely full after all that. The food all tasted great. My steak was cooked to order perfectly. Do be aware the music is a little loud, but you can still have a conversation. We did not have a reservation and it seems like they have plenty of seating. Thank you for a nice dinner experience. We will be back. read more

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Terrible restaurant. [[HIGHLIGHT]]First clue was the almost completely empty restaurant at lunch time on a Saturday.[[ENDHIGHLIGHT]] [[HIGHLIGHT]]Second clue was the disgustingly dirty women's room bathroom. There was water all over the floor by the toilet and the sink was covered in mildew.[[ENDHIGHLIGHT]] I should have left at that point but I was with friends and we were already seated and eating chips and salsa. My friends reported that the margaritas were terrible and tasted like they came from a cheap mix. They were not freshly made. The corona on tap had no flavor and the beef and chicken taco platter I ordered had no flavor and were dripping in a nasty sauce. My sister's taquitos had a chicken mush inside them that barely resembled pulled chicken and my friend's quesadilla also had chicken mush. My fourth friend liked her chicken tortilla soup The whole place was gross. I will never go back. Go to Bar Taco instead. read more

Came here with a group of friends and really enjoyed the food and atmosphere! Even before coming here, passing by and looking from the outside in, I thought the decor was so cute (bright floral colors). We were a group of 4 and seated quickly. Our group tried their seasonal mojitos (blackberry, passionfruit, pineapple) - all of them were refreshing and tasty. Onto the food, I wasn't a huge fan of their nachos. Our waitress informed us before hand that the nachos came with individual toppings already on top (instead of a bunch of chips with toppings spread out over them). Flavorwise, they were OK. Probably wouldn't order that again. For the entrees, I got the shrimp fajita. I think there probably could've been more shrimp given the price (definitely a little skimpy compared to other similar restaurants). Loved the fresh flour tortillas it came with. Tasted great but it was not super unique. Service was super friendly. All in all, I think it's a great restaurant to hang out and catch up with friends at. The ambiance is perfect - not too loud or quiet. Food-wise, nothing super unique or memorable, but I didn't leave feeling disappointed. I'll be back but it probably won't be one of my regular haunts. read more

Urbano - Mosaic District - Shrimp fajitas *sizzle sizzle* - Tex-Mex Near Me - Fairfax, Virginia

Decided to visit Urbano after a movie here in Mosaic, and I haven't been before, so why not give it a try. Unfortunately, my experience here was very disappointing. The Food: After browsing the overpriced menu, I decided to go with the "Al Pastor Burrito". The burrito was sad. It came out on a plate with rice, beans, guac and lettuce, but the burrito itself was so small. Its as if they put a half portion of filling inside and rolled it up. So I basically ate a tortilla filled burrito. Not only that, the meat was lacking inside the burrito, so the filling was one not there, and lacked flavor. The only thing I enjoyed eating here was the complimentary chips. The Service: Service wasn't on par with what I was used too. Our server wasn't very attentive with our table, even being next to the kitchen. We had to ask multiple times for water refills and chip refills, but nothing would come in a timely manner. The Atmosphere: The restaurant was nice. Definitely a nice place to grab a drink and hang with friends. Plenty of seating both indoors and outdoors, and spacious. Overall, a 2/5. Very disappointing evening here at Urbano. The food was terrible and the service was lacking. If you were thinking of coming here, it best to save our money and go elsewhere worth your while. read more

Urbano - Mosaic District - Al Pastor Burrito - Tex-Mex Near Me - Fairfax, Virginia

The pizza was good and flavorful- loved the avocado and jalapeños on top - the crust is super thin and can't bear the weight of toppings and gets soggy fast but still yummy. Wanted to try the birria beef tacos after all the reviews , they were pretty good but a bit salty. The chimichanga was hard and dry. Prices are good and serving size is generous. Service was extremely slow and poor, three different people were serving us and it took at least 20 minutes before anyone showed up to take drink orders and another half an hour between appetizers and taking orders for the main meal and a long time to get the check and water refills. Very disorganized and slow. It was also stuffy inside with flies around our food. read more

Urbano - Mosaic District - Two beef birria tacos and beef chimichanga - Tex-Mex Near Me - Fairfax, Virginia

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I came here for happy hour last week! and wow it was amazing the chips with the two salsas were on point! so so so good!! their quesidilla was also REALLY good, i would 100p be back here for the happy hour! i was not drinking currently but i would come back for their drinks when i begin drinking again! the service was good 10/10. We started off at the bar and then moved to a table as soon as my other friend came and they accomodated that well! the ambiance was super cool inside, they had a lot cool decor and i would def capture that next time i came for instagram photo ops!! read more

Urbano - Mosaic District - Tex-Mex Near Me - Fairfax, Virginia

Overpriced Salmon and overpriced carne asada Need to hire a better chef who can season their food... Not worth it in my opinion. I could cook better blind folded ‍ read more

We've been coming here once in a while for years, food is mediocre and portions are small but [[HIGHLIGHT]]we liked the vibes[[ENDHIGHLIGHT]]. Came by with a friend for a quick drink recently. When we walked in to look for a spot at the bar, we were met with dirty looks from the staff. They came over and greeted us to let us know that the kitchen is closing soon and we let them know that we were not ordering any food but drinks only. We saw that they had a Sunday deal for buy 1 sangria, get 1 free - asked the server about it and he said yes the deal is still on. so my friend ordered that and I had a ginger ale. Fast forward - we noticed they were about to close so we asked for the check, a waitress gave us the check and it was $34. We asked if the Sunday deal BOGO sangria was included and she said yes. We quickly paid and didn't think anything of it. We started to question it the next day and checked the menu and the menu lists 1 Sangria to be $14. So unless my ginger ale was $14, we were definitely overcharged and she did NOT include the deal advertised. TERRIBLEEE service, we will definitely not be back again. Tons of other great restaurants with friendly staff in Mosaic. read more

I went to this place with my best friend. We had the shrimp quesadilla, blanco queso which were really good! I was a fan of the guac as well! There was a good portion of sour cream as well! The quesadilla wasn't greasy, which is a huge plus for me! It's pretty cute in there and great for date spots! I had the blackberry aqua fresca, it was not worth it in my opinion. She had the pineapple, strawberry jumbo margarita and loved it! At first she didn't think it would be that good, but that was her favorite thing! It's over all a great atmosphere, just be sure to fan your food from the gnats. As the outside door and bar area open! read more

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