Casa Almenara: Best of Mexican and Mediterranean Cuisine & Bar

On Sunday nights, this turns into a Sunday Funday spot. It has so much potential because the drinks and DJ are great. The bartenders are good, although they get a bit overwhelmed. My biggest issue, however; is how they treat the customers coming in. I know they have to perform some level of crowd control, but the security holds the line FOREVER and for what seems like no apparent reason. And even if it was legitimately a crowd issue, the security guard is extremely rude and treats the patrons in line as if they are an inconvenience. I stood in line for approximately 40 mins. I would suggest figuring out a better way to handle the door situation because otherwise, I will not be back. It was already strange how they ended the Sunday Funday when they converted from 10th and Piedmont, and now, all of a sudden, it's back. In a city as big as Atlanta, it's really a shame to have to beg to get into places that seem to not appreciate your presence.

Came for the bottomless mimosas and enjoyed the whole experience. So many flavors of mimosa and all the dishes were delicious. I had the steak and eggs and all was cooked to perfection. Five ladies at table and all highly satisfied. Excellent service. Highly recommend!

A co worker and I got cut really from work and sat at the bar Saturday morning. Shout out to Ariiiii🩷 she was chill cool and attentive!! I’m coming back for happy hour!

We were here for a bar crawl. We got into the space before it got really crowded. The space was not very big where the bar was, but the dining area was pretty spacious. There were two bartenders and they did their best to handle the influx of orders. One of them walked away after taking my friend’s order and never came back. She stayed at the bar almost ten minutes waiting for her order. The brunch item we ate was a waffle and chicken tender. The chicken tender was good; could have had a bit more seasoning. The waffle was just okay. It was crispy and flaky, but nothing spectacular. As the restaurant got more crowded employees were walking people to an area in the back. I couldn’t see that far back from where I was sitting, but it looked like an additional seating area. We enjoyed our drinks here and the ambience. The decor was really cute. It’s right on the corner of a fairly busy intersection. We paid to park on the street.

I don't know what to make at this place. It's a hybrid bar and restaurant. Not a bar with bar food, nor a restaurant with a bar in it. The menu is part Mexican part Mediterranean. The tacos actually exceeded my expectations. I wouldn't say it's the best tacos I've ever had, but it was much better than I thought when I was holding the flimsy menu and looking at people puff hookah smoke in the air.

It’s a decent spot if you just want a quick bite and sippy sip. Music was good. It’s Atlanta, so of course they have hookah. Parking is limited.

Amazing experience and place!!! Food was delicious and service was great, I wish I knew our server’s name but she was slim, darkskin w cornrows and glasses. Beautiful inside and outside! Loved the food, it came out fast and fresh. The food is so good I’ve been recommending my family and friends to come. The falafel in particular was my favorite dish that I had. It was absolutely amazing and the hummus is sooooo yummy. Thank you kitchen, servers,owners and managers for keeping up such an amazing establishment!

So this place is 10th and Piedmont revamped. But it’s hardly authentic and quite honestly it was a little boring. The tables weren’t even set, and the windows were extremely dirty, which was disappointing given the popular corner the restaurant sits on. Food also lacked traditional mexican flavors. I didn’t try anything mediterranean but I wish I had. Probably would’ve been better honestly . The drinks were great if that’s all you’re coming for, but the bar area was small so don’t get too cozy. Also there’s a 20% gratuity on all checks.

Stopped in for a good lil vibe and was not disappointed! Ordered an Almenara margarita, nachos and hookah. The margaritas were refreshing and the nachos were nacho'ing! Every nacho had something on them even the bottom of the bowl! The place is high energy and friendly, I suggest sitting in the corner window so you can people watch. The hookah series exceptional!

We went for brunch, but didn't even have the stomach to stay and eat or order anything- so this review is not about the quality of the food or drinks. My fiancé and I hadn't been to this specific establishment, but were avid customers of 10th and Piedmont which was in the space prior, so we had high hopes. Upon entering the host seemed fine- more annoyed than anything that he had to be at work but I don't blame him for that (as someone who spent 10 years in the service industry- I know Saturday brunch shift sucks). The real issue was after we sat down. Finding a place to sit on the booth where there wasn't a burn hole from hookah coals or stuffing ripped out was literally not possible. The chair on the other side of the table had visible dirt like someone had their boots on it right before we walked in. The floor was sticky and the table smelled like a dirty college bar top. There wasn't many people in there at all so I didn't feel like it was post brunch rush grime (it was also 11:45am). Can't imagine what back of house looks like when they allow for the front of house to be visibly dirty. Also- noticed the owner threatened legal action against another reviewer? What bad vibes. We won't be coming back and I don't recommend anyone else does either.

I made a reservation because this place looks really pretty from the outside and when I searched online it said it was a Mexican and Mediterranean place. Which it is. That said, when I got there, the smell of hookah hit me right as I walked in. I did not see this was a hookah place. Once you are in you get used to the smell, but it was just a lot when I came in. The music was also really loud so it was hard to hear people in our table when they talked. Food-wise it wasn't bad. I ordered the appetizer nachos as my entree since I wasn't that hungry. I had to take must of the stuff out and the tinga chicken was too spicy for my taste, but I pulled through as much as I could. The margarita I ordered was good though. I don't remember all the other orders, but my friends got the same nachos as me to share and my boyfriend started with their hummus and pita, which I believe he liked. The best thing was our server. She was really nice. She moved me from the original table I had since it was really cold and next to the speakers and she was very attentive.

As bad as it gets. Food is not the focus here. Met some friends from out of town and they got such a bad impression of Atlanta food from this restaurant. Failed service, sub-par food quality and lots and lots of drunk/high patrons not even eating but just smoking. Def not kid friendly, nor friendly to anyone over 30 with an interest in carrying on a conversation. The smells of the restaurant are off putting, but I think that is because it is a hookah bar, not really a restaurant. The health score on the wall was shocking too.

Came on a Saturday during their happy hour time and was greeted at the front. It was pretty empty when we came in but they were playing cool little slow jams. The hostess doubled as our waiter as well which was just a mess in my opinion. For it to not be that busy, every thing we ordered took FOREVERRRRR to come out. We ordered the $3 tacos, which were pretty small so be prepared to order multiple, and the birria nachos (we ended up getting chicken instead--some pieces of the shredded chicken were dry but overall decent). Like I mentioned, food took forever to come out. I would've been ok if the drinks came out first but nope. Drinks took even longer. The long wait time was confusing to me because there was literally no one else there. Plus, our host/waiter/bartender/all the above, seemed to be a bit confused. The food was decent though, so that's a plus. I would've been annoyed if I waited and the food was nasty. But the margarita (I ordered the peach) was super good. Tasted like juice. Would've loved to get more but the wait we had to just get two simple tacos and a drink through us off so we ended up leaving to go elsewhere. Nonetheless, I may come back another time when I have more time to spare. The inside looked nice and $5 margs are a deal you really can't beat in Atlanta so they won with that one.

Really enjoyed Casa Almenara! We came during happy hour and got a great deal on drinks -- the passion fruit margarita was amazing. The birria tacos were packed with flavor, and we also tried the nachos -- they were a little cold but still really tasty. Our server, Zharia, was super friendly and on top of everything. The place is clean and cozy, and even the bathroom was spotless. Definitely planning to come back soon!

I came during the week for happy hour. They have great specials and the food was good.

This is one of those places that appears to you on TikTok, and honestly it was not what we were expecting, we were one of their first tables but the restaurant felt dirty, booths were full of hookah ashes, also the servers were arguing about some random thing very out loud that the whole restaurant could hear them, but we were in a rush to get on out to the airport so we decided to give it a try. My boyfriend ordered the chicken and waffles and I ordered the chilaquiles, they were both very average, nothing spectacular. But the thing that made me gave it 2 stars was that at the end they added the gratuity, and we were just a party of 2, that's INSANE. I work in hospitality and that's not okay.

Food was tasty and lots of options that are Mediterranean and Mexican. We were checked on every so often so the service was good. With the music, it is certainly trendy.

I ordered the Shrimp & Grits, he had the Fried Chicken Platter, & churros --- yall, the food was SO good! It's spposed to be a Mexican & Mediterranean spot, but it's giving Mexican & BLK. For some reason, they no longer do pitchers but you barely notice cus they keep the dranks cominggg. Ambiance is just ok, but the service & music make up for it. Limited parking, so do what that what you will. Ok, I have to knock off .5 pt because the ladies room is gross and smell like sewage.

I wanted to love this restaurant, but the lobster special that they do aggressively advertise on their website didn't exist, and the server acted like she never even heard of it. We ended up getting guacamole app, quinoa salad with shrimp and a seafood app. Salad was cold, including the shrimp, and the seafood stew didn't have any fish in it at all, just shrimp and mussels. Paloma drink was super light. They'll give you a shot on the house if you check in on yelp. There's parking outback but it fills up and no patio but they open the windows which allows for some great people watching. Not sure if we ordered wrong items, but I wasn't impressed.

Excellent service from our waiter! The resturant is in a convenient location with free parking. contemporary decor, and spacious. Festive atmosphere. I enjoyed my dinner but felt the drinks & meal are a bit too pricey- the shrimp tacos should come with a side and not at an additional expense. Also, the cocktails are not necessarily worth the price as they were average cocktails and size.

Free parking, empty on a Wednesday at dinner time, and great service. The waiter was so nice and went out of business way to make it a great dining experience. I really loved that they gave us complimentary chips and salsa. I got the shrimp, birria, and rings tres tacos (one of each) and the shrimp tacos were amazing! The fajitas were also good but the steak a bit overcooked given that the pan continues cooking but plenty for leftovers the next day so good deal overall!

Great service and dope vibes with Thomas taking care of me and my friends. Bottomless Misosas were refreshing. Food was flavorful, creative and all around delicious. Great start to me and my sweeties birthday celebration

Decided to stop in after a walk with a friend in Piedmont. It's conveniently located at the intersection of 10th & Piedmont Ave. As we entered the establishment we were greeted & seated immediately by the host. The ambiance is nice, feels like a restaurant that would be located on the beach. The server took our drink orders immediately. I ordered water and the Cranberry Mimosa margarita and my friend ordered the Innocent sangria (mock tail - not pictured). The margarita was extremely refreshing (I opted to go without the fresh garnish). I wasn't hungry so I skipped the food. My friend ordered the Tres Tacos and rice and rated them a 4 out of 5. The restaurant was very clean and multiple staff checked in on us throughout our time in the restaurant.

It was my first time here, and I came with one of my friends. We actually ended up making a reservation for dinner, and were seated as soon as we walked in. I would say the restaurant in terms of ambience was extremely loud. I wasn't expecting the music to be playing as loud as it was so didn't make it a little difficult to talk, though we still were able to make the best of it. In terms of service, our server himself was very kind though it seem like the restaurant have been going through some sort of transition. Not only do they have a menu that has more Spanish style food. They also started doing Mediterranean. When we asked the server questions about the menu, they didn't really seem to know and ended up just opening up the menu and reading from it. All in all that's good but just seemed like they were all over the place for a bit. Which caused me to start to become a little bit skeptical about how good the food was going to be. I ended up getting the strawberry cheesecake martini, and it was OK, a little too sweet for my liking. For my entrée, I was going to have the whole fish on the Mediterranean menu, but the server guided me towards having the lamb kebabs. I'm super happy that, he did because I really enjoyed it! It came with multiple sides, which were all very enjoyable and had a ton of flavor. I was actually impressed by the portion of the food in terms of what I paid as well. All in all I had a really good time And would come back to try something else on the menu!

July 2023 Fun atmosphere with a touch of class! Service:5/5 Definitely enjoyed the super quick service. The waitress really understood how to serve immediately upon entry. Super ! Prices: 5/5 As expected for this area, so close to Piedmont. It's definitely not a cheap place, and it's easy to run up a check while having fun here. Ambiance: 5/5 The crowd was lively and light hearted . Although we were the livest , it really was nice that everyone was matching our energy and encouraging a good time among 'strangers'. Taste/Textures: 5/5 Wings were hot and tasted fresh. They were of a good size ...just not enough flats ! Value: 5/5 hard to put a value on a priceless experience. Bottom Line : I recommend this local bar. Prices are decent and music is amazing. The crowd really makes it enjoyable to converse lightly or make lifelong friends. Location is convenient and we found great parking. Even if you were to just stop for a drink, and to unwind a bit, I feel like Casa fills that void.

Looking for a spot with good drinks, food, hookah, and music? Check out Casa. The vibes are always right, and Tai behind the bar will take care of you--trust. Bonus: karaoke Wednesdays and Fridays is a thing.

We were here for a bar crawl. We got into the space before it got really crowded. The space was not very big where the bar was, but the dining area was pretty spacious. There were two bartenders and they did their best to handle the influx of orders. One of them walked away after taking my friend's order and never came back. She stayed at the bar almost ten minutes waiting for her order. The brunch item we ate was a waffle and chicken tender. The chicken tender was good; could have had a bit more seasoning. The waffle was just okay. It was crispy and flaky, but nothing spectacular. As the restaurant got more crowded employees were walking people to an area in the back. I couldn't see that far back from where I was sitting, but it looked like an additional seating area. We enjoyed our drinks here and the ambience. The decor was really cute. It's right on the corner of a fairly busy intersection. We paid to park on the street.

Unfortunately, the experience at Casa was disappointing due to the staff. I found them to be unhelpful and inattentive, which made the entire visit frustrating. There was a clear lack of communication and professionalism, and it felt like customer service was not a priority. I had hoped for a much more welcoming and respectful environment. Now they are not answering the phone while trying to clear up charges on a card. I won't be returning anytime soon.

I come here at least once a week for happy hour in the back lounge. Sometimes my laptop comes with me. I've eaten in the restaurant plenty of times but I really want to talk about the lounge area because it's a good lowkey spot and we don't have enough of those, if you ask me. Staff is SO fun & friendly and they're really accommodating. The happy hour special is 4-7 every single day, with drink, food, and hookah specials. I always get the $5 margs & I never have to ask, that's how much I'm in here, lol. Ashley is the best! Come to karaoke on Wednesdays!!

Always have an amazing time here . Tai is THE TRUTH . Always pleasant and ready to help!!!

Overall 1/5: Casa Almenara takes the place of what used to be 10th & Piedmont. Sad to say it was not good in any aspect from food to service. My friends and I dined in to celebrate our friends 21st birthday, and were disappointed with our experience. Drinks 3/ 5: My friends and i came in for bottomless mimosas. The mimosas were fine, definitely worth the price, only con was that they were super sugary. While we were waiting for a table, we had some drinks at the bar. We watched the bartender pour almost a full bottle of the fruit purée into the carafe. Loaaaded with sugar. Food 1/5: The food was super bland. I had the chilaquiles, the chicken was super dry and had no flavor at all. My boyfriend had the chicken and waffles, which he said the chicken was also bland and the waffle was stale. The al pastor wings didn't taste authentic at all, the flavor profile was off. Service 0/5: On to the worst part of our visit, we had the rudest server. As soon as he walked up to us, it was nothing but unpleasant. We could tell he was not happy serving us, we were super friendly and engaging as a large party table. He barely acknowledged us, or said anything. He would look down at his ordering system when he was taking our orders, and not even say anything after we've ordered, not even a nod or an okay. We would sit in silence wondering if he heard us or not. (in most cases, he didn't!) We thought that was just who he was, but as we observed him, he went up to another table with the biggest brightest energy. Probably acted that way because he was already entitled to our automatic 20% large party gratuity ¯\_(ツ)_/¯. Never said more than two words to us at a time, but watched him laugh and smile with another table as he greeted them. Super rude. Do not recommend. Will not return. Business owner has responded with legal action, no apology or accountability for our poor experience. I myself work in the industry and know what i saw and experienced. To be brushed off in this manner is truly unacceptable.

The food was average but I do wish the tiktoks I saw prior to making a reservation lived up to the expectations for the meal. The service was so good and I loved the music that played as well. At night the restaurant turns into a club with the back area being a hookah bar/lounge. The drinks were great, food came quickly and it was all priced very well.

So I been here when it used to be 10th and Piedmont and it was always a great experience. Casa Almenara was ok. The vibe is very different for sure. I wasn't a fan of the music. It was a little loud and none of us could identify what was even playing lol We went on a Saturday morning. We had a reservation at 11:30. Thankfully the parking lot was pretty empty so that made life easier. When we walked in, It was probably only 3 other tables with people seated in them. It took awhile for anyone to greet and seat us (3 ppl). Not a huge deal. It looked like there were only 2 servers. We sat down and our waiter explained the menu. We got the bottomless mimosas to start. It was mixed well and I like that you can switch the flavors. It took awhile for him to come back and take our order and when he did it just seemed like he had a slight attitude. He said his little machine to take orders was running slow, so we had to repeat the orders a couple times. I got the chicken and waffles and a side of eggs. When I ordered he asked do you want fruit or bacon on the side? And he made it sound like that was a side that came with it. Absolutely not lol the fruit was $8 extra. Had I known that I wouldn't have ordered it. I didn't even want it but it sounded like it came with a side. The food was actually pretty good. Our waiter kept disappearing or we saw him standing and talking to people when we needed things like condiments. My friend ended up eventually going over to the stand and got the hot sauce herself. He also took awhile to get her a to go box. The restaurant wasn't full at all so I'm not sure why it took a long time. Overall I'd give this place a 3.5 but I can't put that. I'd give it another chance because maybe the server was having an off day. But I just felt like service could have been better.

Service is very slow and he new didn't know the menu. The place is empty we got here at 7pm and the drinks were wrong .The guacamole was good and spicy . I taste the kabob it was very good. The empanadas I hear are to pastry. The chicken sandwich was good from what I heard. These are reviews from everyone at the table .

Guys!! How can you go wrong with all day everyday bottomless mimosa and brunch!!! Cute ambience , great music in the background and Tanner is the ultimate host!! The Al pastor wings are a must!! The smoked salmon tostada is in a league of its own and the cocktails are fresh and tasty! If you have not been you are missing out!

It was amazing - the flavors in all the dishes we ordered was superb. Service was great- staff is so friendly- it's refreshing. They gave us complimentary chips with a yummy salsa. Ambiance was a vibee- great music and lighting. Lmao the reviews about the loud ambience are laughable- the music is perfect volume. 11/10 experience. Will be back again. Come in, you will not regret it! Order what we did ;)

Definitely won't ever be returning here. Location of their restaurant is perfect, though! Had a reservation for 4 adults and a baby (high chair needed). They flat out told us " we don't have any high chairs " . What restaurant doesn't carry high chairs or boosters? My friend and I are sitting there, struggling to eat out brunch..which wasn't as grand as the reviews states. Her oatmeal..no spoon was given. A fork was, lol. My country fried chicken plate was not as I imagined. Wish I was able to take photos, but again..no " high chair ". Sitting there, struggling to take care of a hyped up toddler. Mid thru our brunch experience, our server then asks if we wanted a high chair. Lol. Not only am I pretty pissed. I'm livid. Was told flat out, no high chairs. She states " they just received them " At that point, I've given up and just wanted to leave. Completely unsatisfied with our experience. The food. The service.

Food was ok. Al pastor wings 2/5, the sauce was really good but there wasn't a lot of it. Empanada was good, 3/5. Breakfast burrito with steak, 4/5, steak was really good in general. Tres tacos, chicken 4/5, birria 2/5, and shrimp (2/5). Birria wasn't very flavorful but the chicken was really good. Service was 5/5. We had Chelsea and she was very attentive and receptive to feedback. Similar ambiance as 10th and Piedmont but it does feel cleaner.

We decided to try this restaurant on a whim. Our server David was amazing! He was attentive, friendly, and answered the many questions we had. The mimosas were decent. We had the strawberry and passion fruit. I wish it had a bit more of a fruity flavor. I ordered the omelette but switched meals with my daughter because she did not like the tacos. I didn't care for the tacos much either. The omelette was pretty good (the one bite I had). The rest of the party enjoyed their meals except for the other two who had the tacos.

Stopped by for Sunday Brunch. Reservations are advisable! Fortunately Brunch runs until 5(there may be a dining limit but we didn't stay that longer than 90 minutes or so). Brunch specials include $20 mimosas and specialty cocktail carafes. This restaurant used to be 10th and Piedmont, the owners redesigned the space and menu with a latin twist. The interior feels tropical; a DJ plays until 4; and the walls are windows that can be opened if the weather is nice. Same crowd and fun, I believe Blake's opens at 5 on Sunday. The brunch menu features ceviche(table next to me got it and loved it), huevos rancheros, fried chicken, and pancakes. We ordered chicken tinga tostada($10) - best dish we had! Would order two for my main; the burrito which comes with a side of potatoes($18+)and the salad with chicken added($22+) - chicken was super salty. When we sat down we were given complimentary nachos and salsa verde that taste fresh. I think the food is overpriced for what you're getting. Even in the Atlanta market in midtown the portions and prices didn't match. There were no real standout dishes either to recommend going back for another time. Good vibe for fun hanging out but there are places with more food/variety for similar prices. Service was slow to start but once we started they kept the mimosas flowing. There is a free parking lot and free parking on the street until 4, but spots are hard to come by here!

Came here for brunch on a Saturday. We made a reservation but it seemed like there were a few time slots still open day of. This place used to be 10th & Piedmont but re-vamped and re-labeled it. The vibe was very 'vacation in Tulum' vibes when we came. There was a dj playing light beachy techno (that is definitely not a genre). If you found an influencer on Instagram who just went to Mexico and shazamed (this reference might date me) the song they attached to their reel, this DJ was playing it. I liked the vibes. Our server was nice and got us everything that we needed. This place is pretty big with a bunch of tables in the front that is great for groups. There were a lot of large parties there. They offer bottomless mimosas. My boyfriend had steak and eggs (a pretty basic dish, but a good portion of steak, which we always love - $30). I always appreciate the option on the menu because if you are gluten-free this is a go-to. I had the 3 tacos meal. They give you a choice of Tinga (chicken), Shrimp & Birria ($18.00) and you can add rice and beans for an extra charge for both. You can mix and match the tacos, so you don't have to get 3 separate, but I did because I wanted to try them all. The chicken was hands down the best. I also really loved the Birria; if we come back I will most likely get 2 chicken and 1 Birria. I didn't love the shrimp. I felt like they could have been cooked more. If you zoom in on my photo you will see a piece of shrimp that is camouflaged with the tortilla. Oh we also ordered a side of bacon but I'd suggest passing on it. There wasn't anything wrong with it, just a couple of small pieces, nothing to write home about. I wish that we tried more of the appetizers. Our meal came with complimentary chips and salsa, which was confusing because it's regularly on the menu at $7, but I'll take it. The salsa was DELICIOUS. I had some coffee, and we dipped. Altogether, a nice experience, but be prepared because I did find this place to be a little pricy.

The Casa Churros were good but nothing amazing. This was a good spot to meet up with friends for brunch but certainly nothing special. The service was rather slow and we had been given an incorrect order and had to wait over 30 minutes for our check.

David, was a great waiter! Service was great, went over the menu & everything. Even left me off a treat which was nice of him.(( Kudos points)) Food needed some work like seasoning but I was hungry so it works. The place was pretty dope, tv on the wall so you can watch & eat. The drinks were strong & good. Bathrooms were clean, staff were friendly for the most part except the host at the front. She acted as though she didn't want to work. Would I be back? Only for the drinks

Delicious! Lots of vegan friendly menu items and mock tails as well. There's TVs playing sports, and I heard there's dancing and karaoke on certain nights! Thankfully we live within walking distance, though there is a small lot

This used to be a great place until they 'remodeled'. $40 for a double Jameson and ginger is wild. I wish them well, but I don't like feeling hustled.

We ordered a burrito, shrimp & grita and flan for desert. Food quality was between 3.5 to 4.5 stars. Overall above average burrito. Flan i.e our desert was the pick of the meal. Amazing presentation, tasty and unique flavor. Would like to try some other dishes again.

SERVICE WAS HORRIBLE !!!! They charged a 20% gratuity for 2 people. We ordered the steak and eggs. I subbed my side out for rice instead of potatoes and still got potatoes.!!! I was charged $4 for a coke that couldn't even take with me in a Togo cup because they didn't have any. I also asked for a bag because my husband and I walked from our hotel (10 mins away) and they didn't have one !!! AND THE HOST!! I'm not homophobic at all , I have many friends in the LGBTQ community and he/she was very loud and flamboyant. Also when moving tables he/she was wiping out the booth (which had trash on it) and wiped it towards me. Never said excuse me or I apologize!! And left the trash there. The food is good but the service takes away from EVERYTHING !! I will not be coming back!!!

Great food. Great service. Fair price. Great parking. I needed a brunch for 17 with a few days notice and Gilbert made it happen. We probably had everything on the brunch menu. All was good.

Food Al Pastor Wings Aguachile Ceviche Chicken & Waffles Abuella's Empanada Bottomless Mimosas $20 for 2 hours HAPPY HOUR 4PM-7PM Every day Small Hookah $35 and half off during HAPPY HOUR ! $5 Margaritas| $3 Tacos| $5 Empanadas| Nachos 1/2 price Service was good and well as the atmosphere. Server Thomas was awesome!

The ambiance was great and so were the servers but the food was just terrible. I'm a generous reviewer but unfortunately this one is just not for me. The server we had was amazing though!

Went to Casa Almenara tonight to meet my friends. I was not allowed in because we were told there were no seats, only to see the manager let in five of her friends with kisses and hugs as I was walking away. So many reasons this terrible restaurant, with terrible food and terrible customer service is unredeemable. So many of us in the Atlanta community fully agree that this place, which was once the lifeblood of the black gay community, is now a sad, pathetic, low budget excuse for what they insist is a high end restaurant. Until this place is ultimately bought and sold and new management installed that engages and celebrates their customers and community instead of disrespecting and denigrating them, replaces this dumpster fire with its watered down drinks and budget burritos it won't get a dollar from me.

Great food, great people, great music! We had ceviche, tacos, empanada, and trio de salud. We will be back for sure!

A short summary: -Mediocre food, at best, at insane prices ($20 for a breakfast burrito with bacon?). -The chips and salsa for the table was quite small. -For the tres tacos entree, the birria was extremely dry and had no sauce, which is how it's usually served (to my knowledge). -What was a bit odd was the type of music and the volume of the music for Sunday morning brunch. I get having music in the evenings (for the vibe, right?) but there was actually a lady behind the check-in podium with a laptop and headphones...uhh...deejaying? That was weird for brunch????

I ordered a margarita when we were seated. I had my appetizer and meal and still had not received my drink. My server told me it was coming. It didn't. I then had to flag down another server to ask for my drink. I waited for another 15 minutes. I got the margarita without an apology and while I was about to pay the bill. Fifteen dollars for a margarita served in a water glass, no salt, no lime. The food was decent. Nothing special. Ladies bathroom (both stalls) had no toilet paper. One stall had a roll of paper towels on top of the toilet. The hand dryer? Not plugged in (see photo)

The ambience is kind of sweet and reminiscent of a vacation. But it goes down from there. The service is slow. So so slow. A gin and tonic took 35 minutes in an empty restaurant. The food isn't much better. Ordering anything with a meat add on is not worth the money. I had a burrito with shrimp added, and it had a total of 2 shrimp for a $9 addition. Our water was perpetually empty. The waitstaff was unconcerned with the pace of service and continually asked us to repeat what we ordered instead of writing it down. The margaritas are terrible and clearly made with store-bought mixer that they have watered down. And there was no air on an 80° day. This place won't last long. Good riddance!

I just went to Casa Almenara for the first time and had a great experience! Super cheap & yummy bottomless mimosas, great food & kind servers/staff! Our server Lillian was very attentive, kept us up to date on refills and made sure all of our food was correct. Amazing ambiance as well - the new renovation looks amazing! Highly recommend this spot.

Decided to come by this spot impromptu after completing the MS Walk at Piedmont park. It was just a few minutes walk down 10th street. It's located in midtown so parking could be a bit of a hassle depending on how busy the area is. I checked out open table prior to deciding on the spot to see if there would be a wait. They seemed to have availability. Upon walking in, the hosts seemed surprised that they had to seat a party of our size (7). It then a few minutes but we we're finally seated. I'm not sure what the hold up was because there was plenty of seating available. After being seated, we then had to ask the host yo bring us menus, which was a little disappointing to start off my experience. The restaurant itself had beautiful decor. It was very bright and sure to uplift your mood with the natural sunlight coming through. We ordered drinks and entrees. I got the Miss Jess which was nice and strong but a bit pricey. My friends got mimosas and margaritas which they enjoyed. For food, I got the steak and eggs cooked medium well. The portion size was good, however it could have used more flavor overall. That seemed to be the consensus of the table. The service we received from our waiter David was very good. He was attentive and made sure we were satisfied. I'm not sure that I would come back here regularly due to cost but it worked for what we were looking for at the time.