Anejo Cocina Mexicana Ponte Vedra

A Mexican Gem with Unbeatable Value and Flavor This spot is hands-down one of the best Mexican restaurants I’ve visited! The vibrant atmosphere hits you right away, with stunning wall murals that add a unique touch—love that they even incorporated the mural design into the menu. Speaking of the menu, it’s a standout: thoughtfully curated with a wide variety of options to suit every taste. Whether you’re craving tacos, burritos, or something more adventurous, there’s something for everyone, with multiple ways to customize your order. The food itself was phenomenal, bursting with authentic flavors and fresh ingredients. I was blown away by the value—each dish felt like a steal for the portion size and quality. It’s rare to find such a perfect balance of affordability and excellence. I opted for the sweet tea, which I’ll admit I was skeptical about ordering at a Mexican spot, but it was a total game-changer. It was deliciously refreshing, perfectly sweetened, and easily rivaled the quality of the food. I even grabbed a to-go cup for the road, and let me tell you, it was practically a jug—well worth it! From the creative menu to the unbeatable dollar value and that surprisingly amazing sweet tea, this place is a must-visit. I’m already looking forward to my next trip! I Would recommend for anyone who loves great Mexican food with a side of fantastic vibes and value!

The Anejo in San Marco is much better, as is the one off 210. The stuffed avocado and chori pollo were pretty good, but the black bean soup was not. The service was poor. We waited 15 minutes to be greeted, and we were mostly ignored after food delivery.

I used to love this place NOT any more … worst experience ever!!! Went to celebrate a relative birthday. First we order guacamole with pork skin without onions ( 1 person in the party is allergic to it and we mentioned like 4 times) well the guacamole came with onions, we ask the server ( very nice) She brought a new one and apologized. One of the entries was el Jefe Parrillada, well it was nothing like the picture and the meat was super cold and not well done … on top of that it was a little thin piece ( nothing compare with the menu picture) we ask the server and she apologizes and took it back to the kitchen… the guacamole served to the other 3 people entries was black on top looks old and have a foul taste, the fajitas were gross and had to much grease. Well our “steak ” came back from the kitchen it was supper over cooked and impossible to eat… but we decided not to complain anymore since it was a celebration… But the cherry on the top was when my husband took a bite of the fry queso and almost puke… it was a hair on his mouth. So that’s it not coming back ever!! We paid give the tip and decide to let as many people not to waste their money there. On the way out I observed food let on plates specially the guacamole. I took pictures to send to the main office…

I love fajitas, and their fajitas were great! I visited during lunch, and the lunch-size steak fajitas have a large portion and the steak was delicious - not tough or grisly. The prices were very reasonable. Not my favorite beans or rice, but the chips were hot and fresh, and the salsa was very good. The restaurant was very clean, and service was top-notch. Recommended!

My server Ingrid was amazing! She knows the menu and helped me order just right. I came on Taco Tuesday and the tacos are $3.99 each or 4 for $12. I could never eat 4 because 2 was sooo much to eat! I also got the tostones $4 and I had what they call cilantro salsa but it is really a great creamy cilantro dip that I put on everything! Used it for the tostones, the tacos, and even the chips! Really love it! My whole bill with the drink was just over $17. This was fantastic compared to my bill at another Taco place down the street and it didn't even compare to the food in portion size. Thank you so much and I will definitely be back :) I can't wait to try the Chimichanga that looks amazing in the pictures next time I come!

This is one of the best places to eat Mexican food. You won't be disappointed. I will say it's the best in the Jacksonville area. We live near by in Pontevedra and my wife goes there once a week and when I come back from the road every 3 weeks we go there as well.

Great atmosphere, a tad loud inside acoustically. Love how it’s decorated. Indoor/ outdoor seating. Cool bar. Yummy margaritas! You’ll need two hands 😂Food was delicious. Guacamole, best ever! Servers for nice but slow service. Open tables and ample servers. Will definitely try again on a weekday.

The food, service, and overall vibe were awesome. I really love their design, it's just beautiful! The food was delicious! I had a steak and rice bowl with plenty left over for lunch for a couple days. The horchata was yummy, but needed more ice, a good problem to have 😉. I'll certainly be going back soon!

What a wonderful experience, this is a beautifully decorated Mexican restaurant. Our server, Carial was. Rey sweet and helpful with suggestions and explaining some of the items on the menu. We started off with chips and salsa it was so good then on to the Roasted Cheese Jalapeños, they were very flavorful with goat cheese and a drizzle of balsamic vinegar I think on the top. The Birria Tacos were amazing the meat was so good I didn't even want to eat it as a taco. They were topped with chopped onions and cilantro which added a taste. The final topper was the most delicious flan that I have ever had. This was such a great dinner, everything was beyond delicious!

We always sit at the bar, this time we had friends with us so we had a booth. The server ignored us for quite awhile. When she finally arrived she acted aggravated. The meal was great as usual. Unfortunately a bad server in a Sunday can ruin your experience. We love the place and sit at the bar always.

Yum yum!! Great food, margaritas, and staff was quick! So much fun!! Loved it! Would def recommend for Cinco De Mayo!

I had not been back here in over a year due to an overcharge on our credit card and a hassle with management. That being said, we gave them a try today. We went around 3:30 so it was not busy and the service was pretty good. We started with a pitcher of their house made margaritas and they were good. Glasses served with salted rims and a slice of lime. Next we had the cheese queso with chips. It was very good. The salsa had way too many onions for us but it was good. No plates were served to share the said appetizer. Hubby and son both chose the shredded chicken chimichangas with no onion and really enjoyed them. My vegetable burrito looked great but despite the no onion request, it had plenty. I only ate a few bites and was done. The server was nice but due to him not checking back as quickly as he should have, I did not have a meal. We also had to ask for things like salt and pepper, hot sauces, more chips, straws, etc. AND it was not busy. I wished they could be more consistent.

They do NOT do the margarita flights that you see all over this page. Sucks, because that's what brought us here in the first place. Drinks were okay. But I wouldn't recommend them. They were strong though! So it depends on what you're looking for: taste, or to get tipsy. Food was great! I got the surf and turf and it was delicious! I was lured in by the margarita flight and grilled octopus on Yelp and Google, and they no longer serve either. So while the food was good, it wasn't what I was expecting. This place is a one and done for me.

Yummy! The cucumber jalapeño margarita tasted great. It was so refreshing. The enchilada/quesadilla combo with rice and beans was the perfect amount of food. The guacamole was delicious as well. The burritos here are huge and definitely come with enough to take leftovers home. I came on a Saturday night around 6 PM so it was a bit busy, but we were sat right away, although the line out the door was beginning. Service was just ok, but again they were busy. The inside of this place was super cute and I will be returning here again for the food.

We came to visit my brother, and while he finished up some work, we decided to stop by our favorite place. Glenn was our server, and even though the restaurant was extremely busy, he managed to tend to us while running around taking care of everything. While he couldn't control the slow bar service, he made sure the other aspects of our meal went smoothly. He even prioritized putting my son's food in first, so he was set and we could fully enjoy our dinner. My mother loved her salmon dish, which was fantastic as always, and my medium-rare steak bowl was cooked to perfection. Thanks for another great experience--see you next time!

After last night's meal at Anejo Cocina... let's just say never again Sunday night might be an "off" night for regular kitchen and staff, cause from the start something was off.. Our sever completely got drink order wrong, only 3 of 4 drinks came out, waited and waited for 4th drink, when prompted what was the problem? The response was " no clean glasses " .. Ahhh ok... strange answer Food was finally delivered and what happened?? Rice bowl with no rice Carne Asada steak that was really Carne Asada fat Mojo shrimp that was hard & crunchy inedible cold shrimp Just overall terrible

Food was great, service was good, atmosphere is great! My colleagues and I ate lunch here and we all thought the chips and salsa and our lunches were great we ordered Birria tacos, Arroz con pollo and Chicken tacos.

This restaurant is full of waiters and staff, all of them incompetent. We were greeted by a very unprofessional trio of women scrolling on their phone's. The restaurant was nearly empty, with only two other groups, and still the wait for service was forty minutes. The food took nearly twice as long.

Been going there once a month or so, and sitting at the bar or bar area, and service and food quality have vastly improved over the last year. Still think the drink pours aren't strong enough, especially in the margaritas but that's not a big deal. Service staff are friendly, and the food comes pretty quickly when you order.

I took my work bestie here for her birthday! It was our first time and we enjoyed it all! She loves Mexican food and has been to Mexico plenty of times being she's from Central America. She said that this is the closest she's ever had to authentic Mexican in Jacksonville! And I agree! Everything just hit different! And that Mexican street corn!! Muy muy bueno!! The restaurant is very nice! I love the decor especially the lamps! Our server was awesome and helpful! Food came out quick, hot, and fresh! Sangrias were on point too! We found our new lunch spot!

Best mex on the First Coast, no doubt about it. Food and margs are top tier, plus, we don't feel like we got run over by a garbage truck after we eat. Service is always really good. Glenn has offered great recommendations and provided amazing service. Try this place.

We went to Anejo after hearing good things about this place. The crowd was light and service was good on the day that we visited. We started off with a pineapple margarita and a pineapple agua fresca along with the complimentary chips and salsa. We both enjoyed our drinks and the fresh, crispy chips. I added queso which was thick and slightly salty but very good. I was surprised to see that it cost over $9 though. For most small bowls of queso, I would expect them to cost somewhere between $4 and $6. We ended up having plenty of queso but we ran out ifchuosso I was thinking that they would bring out more chips but they didn't. They also did not bring out a container to take the queso home. If I see quesabirria tacos on the menu, I'll almost always try them. When they came out they looked a little oily so I didn't have very high hopes. But they were good. The cheese and meat were plentiful, which was great and the rice and beans were decent. The al pastor tacos unfortunately we're not very seasoned. I think they needed some lime to help bring out the flavor and brighten them up. We both agreed that the quesabirria tacos were far better. I was hoping for some good dessert to end the meal but when I inquired about the chocolate cake and heard that it was a fried tortilla with chocolate, I was a bit disappointed. I wish the menu actually described what the desserts were. I would return to this place and try other things on the menu. Perhaps next time I'll get a combination plate and try a few different items. If you like margaritas, they have a lot so that might be a reason to check them out.

Really great food. I've been here multiple times since my last review during Covid, and I've really enjoyed it. The staff are friendly and the food is great. When seated, complimentary chips and salsa are brought to the table. My favorite menu item is the birria quesadilla. I've also tried the keto tacos which were great. I often eat here with friends, and there's something for everyone on the menu. Great local restaurant.

Favorite for sure. I did the pick 3, ground beef enchiladas, chicken quesadilla and a ground beef stuffed chili relleno, accompanied by refried beans/rice. They were delicious, each having their own flavor, packed with ground beef and tender chicken. Spot on service and typical sports bar style with a mexican flair. Recommended!

Anejo serves delicious Mexican food. It tastes like authentic Mexican food and the service is good. It can be busy around dinner time so it can be slow but waiters are always trying their best to keep up. My favorite meals to get are the fajita burrito and the chimichanga. Chips and salsa are excellent. The atmosphere is welcoming.

My son and I stopped into Añejo on A1A for dinner as we had some time to kill. We were sat promptly in the booths by the bar as it was still early from the usual dinner rush. Our waiter was Miguel and he was more than attentive with us. Chips and salsa were brought to us along with water with lemon. My son ordered a Jarrito as well. My son ordered his usual soft taco, corn tortilla, shredded chicken with cheese and of course beans and rice. I was feeling brave and went for the carnitas plate! I also asked for their spicy house salsa (habanero) which he brought out promptly. There is no such thing as too much "picante." The food was out within minutes, fresh and hot! My platter won though as I went home with a to go box! Miguel offered dessert and while I was defeated, I ordered a treat for my son. I mentioned to Miguel that he is celiac so perhaps a scoop of ice cream unless their flan was gluten free. He checked and came back with a nice scoop of ice cream with whipped cream and a cherry! We always love the service and enjoy the happy atmosphere at Añejo. Miguel was courteous and professional and catered to our requests. Mil gracias Miguel! Nos vemos muy pronto!

Stopped in for an impromptu visit. We were sat immediately. Pork belly was great, wish it didn't have as much sauce on it. Still very tasty. The birria quesadilla was huge and delicious!! One other item I failed to snap a pic of was the keto taco. The shell wasn't quite shelling. Pretty soggy and limp. Staff is friendly but not very attentive. The bar it beautiful w all sorts of bottles on display. This is my second time coming and the food is pretty decent so I'm sure I'll be back.

Anejo Cocina is a fun, colorful restaurant serving up some delicious mexican food with friendly staff. During my visit on a Sunday night, the place was moderately filled with families as well as bar goers. I was served by a very friendly table staff who was very prompt to tent do my questions and needs. The menu offers a great variety of mexican dishes including cocktails, beer, and wine. The chips seemed a little more baked than the usual which paired nicely with the salsa and added a bit more crunch to each bite. Based on recommendation from the server, I had the homemade Chicken Tortilla Soup. This soup is tasty and very filling with a lot of chicken, corn, beans, cheese, as well as crispy tortilla. There was a good balance of taste, aroma, and taste without being overly salty or too thick like a stew. This was indeed a great choice for my meal. Next time I'm in town, I'll definitely try their taco offering which looked delicious. Anejo is a great place to have a family meal accompanied by top-notch tasty mexican cuisine in this part of Ponte Vedra.

Food is excellent! I had the shrimp and fish bowl with beans and rice. If you like great pico and guacamole in perfectly cooked shrimp and fish, come here. So good. Chips excellent, salsa as well. Margarita is very good and not over priced. Service is friendly and even booth is a nice size. Well done.

Came here to celebrate my husband's birthday and as a recommendation from a friend. Our server was very attentive to our needs. The empanadas were really good and I liked the sauce on top. A little different, but good. I got the Selena Margarita and it was delicious and had strawberries. All of our meals were good, but I had asked for birria tacos and got birra quesadillas. Not really what I asked for and they added extra cheese because it was late and due to the wait. I appreciated the gesture and overall it was good. To finish, the time we came we could not get the churros, but we had tres leches and it was delicious. Only peeve for me was when they did my husband's birthday shout-out with singing, we didn't realize that the server was also clearing his side of the table. All of his sides (i.e. rice, salad, beans) and any food still left in the pan were taken. He had quite a bit that he planned on saving for work because he had gotten full from everything else. We had asked for a box and somehow there was a disconnect. I do love that they have a lot of authentic dishes I'm used to, including mole. Worth giving a try and I would definitely go back again despite the mishaps because I've tried their other dishes.

Deliciousness on a Friday night! There was a bit of a wait but that gave us time to tour the neighboring businesses in the strip mall. We had a variety of food and everything was delicious and cooked beautifully. The birria tacos are amazing, the dipping au jus is drinkable The steak burritos were definitely enough to share and my steak and shrimp over rice with the crunch of onion rings was a welcome change from the normal Mexican food I usually order. Our server was good but not great, she returned to the table but refills took a while and We will return again for the delicious food and drinks! Hope you enjoy the food as much as we did!

We made it fairly early on a Saturday evening and were pleased that although many tables were occupied we could be seated immediately. The booths are large and comfortable. The interior is really beautiful and offers a very upscale vibe to the overall dining experience. Everything we had was delicious, but the Caliente Guacamole really stood out for our appetizer. The flavors were excellent in the guac itself, but imagine adding whole pieces of jalapenos, bacon, and pork rinds and this rises another level. Our keto party member was thrilled to have some pork rinds for a scoop since they couldn't eat the warm and tasty chips. Speaking of which, the complimentary chips come with delicious salsa and our server offered to refill our basket, which is a nice touch. The quantity of food is extremely generous. My chicken and shrimp fajitas overflowed the plate, leaving me plenty of leftovers for a future lunch. The only nit we had were the green peppers added to the chimichanga, as they do not like green peppers and have never had chimichangas include this in the past, but now we know to ask them to leave them out for the future. And a future there shall be! Great atmosphere, delicious food, generous portions all add up to five stars.Prices are in line with the experience. I would definitely bring company here to celebrate a special occasion.

Wow. After seeing the ratings we thought this place would be good. It was so bad. Prices were 2x what they should be. Spent $90 on dinner for two. Guac was bland. No flavor. Ingredients were low quality. Enchilada was cold. Margarita was melted by the time it got to the table. Will never be back.

Omgosh!! Sooo good! We came from out of found and were so glad to find this place! Authentic, fresh, delicious and great service! The steer corn appetizer was amazing! Complimentary chips and salsa were delicious and fresh! The beans were the best ever! The restaurant is in a very nice plaza and it's clean and well maintained.

10/10 definitely recommend. It is no brainer that I LOVE Mexican food as it is one of my favorite cultural cuisines. By far one of the best ones I've visited since living in Jacksonville. I came here with my aunt and uncle when they were visiting me. I had the elotes, plantains, cheese enchiladas w/ rice and beans and two margaritas (can't remember the names unfortunately). My meal was so good. I definitely would come back.

Prices are exorbitant, but you expect that in PV. Fajitas need improvement, and sometimes the chips are stale. Can get very crowded. Anejo Arrechera (sp?) is fantastic and enough to share with your table. Staff works hard. Terrific outside covered patio.

I'm not a person who really goes to Mexican restaurants. I tried this place with a lot of my work buddies. And I have to admit, this place was great! Food was beyond amazing. Service was a 7/10, but what more can you expect from a super busy Resturant. It was a first time for my whole group of 6, but again, the food was so good, 3 went back again the next day. Price is reasonable as well. Food 10/10 Service 7/10 Ambiance 9/10 I recommend at least trying this place once. You will not be disappointed.

Place was buzzin on a taco 2's but food was dank as per usual. Recommend just about anything on the menu. Since moving to Jax this has to be the best Mexican restaurant I've had and quickly become my goto spot. Salsa could have a little more kick but that's my only criticism. #Thx

We went to Anejo two weeks ago for the first time and could not have been more please with food and service though they were busy. Tonight I called in an order and asked that it be prepared for pickup up 45 mins later as we were watching the end of the game. What we got 48 minutes later was cold wet enchiladas and a greasy Luke- warm taco salad . It was clear the take out order was processed immediately the put under the counter where it sat soaking and cooling . We were disappointed as we were so pleased the first experience.

Tasty healthy Mexican food. Loved the ambience and the chips and salsa. Will definitely be back.

Food was ok, some things were better than others. The drinks were great! The service was a little slow at times, but they were busy. Because of the huge open space, sound really carried. This made it very loud inside and hard to hear.

Service is absolutely horrible. Never come back to check on you. I'd ask someone else for something they say they'll get your server. Food is ok if you ever get it. Every time I go (because there isn't a lot of other choices in the area) it's a toss up of whether I'll get what I ordered. Drinks take forever and are hit or miss.

I. Love. This. Place!! I'm so glad the beaches/PV has a good quality, higher end Mexican place. This is exactly what the area needed! I fell in love with this place way before I even had any of their food or drinks. Their decor and style is so trendy and fresh. I love the boho twist on this establishment that sets them apart from the usual Mexican restaurant vibe. Now for the food, omg! The portions are great size! You're almost guaranteed to go home with a to-go box, specially if you indulge in chips and salsa/guac/queso before your meal. Their guacamole is very fresh and full of flavor, the salsa is homemade style- not too spicy but a nice bite. I was very pleased with the flavors of my dish. The carne asada was cooked and seasoned perfectly. My meal came with tortillas so I could basically make my own mini tacos or burrito. I was stuffed after two and had plenty to take home! The real showstoppers are the margs! Hands down the best margarita I've had at any Mexican restaurant!! They use REAL ingredients, no sugary mixes that leave you with a headache. They squeeze fresh fruit in their margs to take them to the next level. I highly recommend getting a pitcher of one of their margs, you won't regret it!!

Awesome food large portions and great service couldn't resist the queso appetizer with chorizo. Hot and bubbly served with warm tortillas for entrees, some fajitas and enchiladas, great seasoning, and enough for lunch the next day. Server was attentive and nice you won't be disappointed

This place is killing it, great food and wonderful service. If your looking for a TL alternative the please come give this place a try.

One of the worst Mexican restaurants I've ever been to. The food is not tasty, the drinks are watered down. Hard pass.

Awesome place. Highly recommend. Second time here. Very fresh and authentic and excellent ambiance and service.

Food is good, but the service can be very spotty with long wait times to order and virtually no contact with wait staff after food is delivered. Everyone is friendly, it just seems like they haven't been trained very well. We will return but probably for takeout.

Stopped into Anejo for lunch on a Monday and found a pleasantly quiet & mostly empty restaurant though I'm sure that's the exception. A basket of complimentary chips & salsa were served though I did not indulge in them. Opted for the chicken fajitas & enjoyed them. Our waitress was very accommodating to my request for no flour tortillas, dairy, or rice. I did very much enjoy the guacamole that came with the meal. It was fresh with large chunks of avocado in it. The ratio of chicken to peppers/onions was very satisfactory. The only negative piece of feedback I have is that once our meals were ordered and then served we never saw our waitress again - it was difficult to find someone to get a refill on water & and the restaurant wasn't close to being full. Would go back here again at some point if the opportunity presented itself!

This place has gone completely downhil. They got rid of their old bartenders and the new one is horrible. i have never stiffed a server but being completely ignored, serving straight lime juice as a margarita, rude service where you have to beg for silverware and a drink. I hate it and will never go back.

BEST Margs around!!! Enjoyed my second visit here on Saturday night- David was a spot on waiter, the food was great & the margaritas were fantastic! I love the upscale mexican vibe here - such pretty light fixtures, paintings, and tile work. We crushed the homemade guacamole which if it was an fresher the avocado would still be hanging on a tree lol. Fresh, flavorful, chunky & a large portion for the price. Speaking of portions OMG their burritos are gigantic! I enjoyed the blackened shrimp burrito (and will be enjoying my leftovers for days to come). I'll be back soon for more margs & to try more of their menu!

Absolutely delicious. Really enjoyed the tacos, and the appetizer. Service was great, entirety of the building was very clean and well decorated. Will come back again for the tacos

Having grown up in Southern California and have toured a good bit of Central America/Mexico, I'm always looking for that authentic Mexican food here in Jacksonville that typically is only served by tia and/or abuelita. I think I've found it! I always see this place driving past on A1A, and I knew they were building a branch here in Nocatee where we live, so I decided to sample what's coming. I was pleasantly surprised. This is about as authentic as it gets, and I don't know if the patrons I was sitting with at the bar even appreciated just how authentic the food was (on this (afluent) side of town). I always see this place driving past on A1A, and I knew they were building a branch here in Nocatee where we live, so I decided to sample what's coming. I was pleasantly surprised. This is about as authentic as it gets, and I don't know if the patrons I was sitting with at the bar even appreciated just how authentic the food was (on this (afluent) side of town). As you can see from the pictures, my big burrito was, well...BIG! Feel free to order whatever protien you like - the listing on the menu is really just a 'suggestion' - I ordered mine with Pastor and it was prepared to perfection. Wash it down with Dos XX brown and you'll feel like you're in Cabo. Can't wait for the one in Nocatee to open up this Summer 2022!!

Can we address the elephant in the room, a Mexican restaurant that serves store bought chips? This place used to be worth the higher prices, unfortunately I think things are heading down hill.

Food... 3 stars. I ordered the carne asada and it was way over cooked. I ordered a side of veggies which were $4 and they were tasty however the size of a fried egg. Nothing on the table that we ordered looked amazing. Service... 5 stars. Our waiter was great, always had the drinks flowing and the chips full. We celebrated my friends bday and she was impressed by the top shelf tequila shot she got (for free). What out though, they have a loud noise maker that sounds like a firework going off right behind your ear as a way to start singing happy birthday. Margs... 5 stars. Top notch. Best margaritas I have had in Jax. This place was packed on a Friday night. Table after table filled. Definitely not 6 feet apart.

All very good! Great service, great food, relaxing atmosphere! Will absolutely return!

We have eaten there two times over the last several months. We went there last night. Food wasn't good/ steak fajitas - overcooked, greasy and not good. My son's order wasn't correct. It was a waste of money. I'm not going back. There were 5 in our group. It was the same.