Habaneros Metairie

Mexican restaurant · Metairie

Habaneros Metairie

Mexican restaurant · Metairie

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3413 Veterans Memorial Blvd, Metairie, LA 70002

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Habaneros is a vibrant Mexican spot nestled by Lakeside Shopping Center, serving up tantalizing tacos and fabulous margaritas in a chic, lively atmosphere.  

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"Habanero’s is a flashy Mexican restaurant with an extensive menu featuring tacos, enchiladas, fajitas, platters, and bowls. It's the first area location of a popular Northshore brand, located by Lakeside Shopping Center." - Clair Lorell

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Prachi Shah

Google
Everything was awesome. Service, food, staff, atmosphere everything was perfect. Special shoutout to Alejandro S our server. He was very helpful and excellent customer service. We’re vegetarian yet our food was delicious.

Kashanda Foley

Google
A Gem with Amazing Food, Happy Hour Deals & Stunning Decor! I recently had the pleasure of dining at Habaneros, and it was an unforgettable experience! From the moment I walked in, I was blown away by the gorgeous decor—every corner of this place is Instagram-worthy, with beautiful lighting, stylish furnishings, and a vibe that’s both chic and inviting. The food? Absolutely delicious! Every dish was packed with flavor, beautifully plated, and made with fresh ingredients. I highly recommend trying the baja shrimp tacos it was a standout! The happy hour deals were also a huge bonus, offering great discounts on craft cocktails and small bites that were perfect for sharing. The service was just as impressive as the ambiance and food. The staff was friendly, attentive, and eager to make recommendations. Whether you're looking for a fun night out with friends, a date spot, or just a great place to enjoy quality food and drinks, Habaneros is a must-visit. Can’t wait to go back!

King Quan

Google
Went for a late night Taco Tuesday and was met with the best Mexican Cuisine you can find in Metairie, LA. My server Alejandro was very Nice and knowledgeable about every dish the place served. The atmosphere fit the vibe perfectly. Food was well cooked and the Beans was top tier. I definitely recommend trying out a Taco Tuesday if you can.

J. Collins

Google
Outstanding. Highly recommended!! Food was fresh and service impeccable! Took my mom there for her 69th birthday and they surprised her with the best dessert drink and firecracker calling her “Mamacita!” It made such a moment and memory for us. Will definitely become a regular there!

David

Google
Food was really good and everyone in our party loved it. Atmosphere very cool. Service was ok, I had to ask other servers to get our server a couple times. Not sure if she had other tables somewhere were busier or what. The price was ok and not too high for what you get. Drinks were on point.

Roxanne

Google
The food was very good. Everything was hot, fresh and well prepared. The atmosphere was welcoming and the food presentation was excellent!

Philip Sousa

Google
O my, this is an amazing place with great service and absolutely delicious food. Go by there if you're in the area and get some good food and beautiful views

Vylet22

Google
Bartender was great, shared happy hour specials and was attentive. Food is pricey but it appears their rent is high. Parking was easy. I'd go back.

Alvin B.

Yelp
The food we ordered was delicious. The skirt steak was cooked perfectly and tender to cut. Also the vibe inside of the restaurant is top tier.

Ongelle C.

Yelp
Love the atmosphere. Started with the chicken tortilla soup. It was good but a bit salty. Ribeye fajitas were very good. Tender and surrounded by onions and bell peppers. Service was excellent. Will definitely be back.

Dana P.

Yelp
We came for lunch on Sunday. Since we came early, we were able to park right in front with plenty of parking. As this is next to Lakeside Mall, I can see that parking may be busy at certain times. The parking structure is right next to the restaurant with additional parking there. The place is really fun. The ambiance and decorations are exciting. They give you the option of eating inside or outside. The outside is covered and there are plenty of fans, as well as 3 TVs to play whatever current game is on. (We watched the Saints game.) I saw a group of ladies at another table all drinking the same drink - some fruity concoction in a Pineapple-shaped glass. It looked great. I don't recall the Spanish name of it, but it was similar to a Pina Colada. I ordered it and it was delicious! They give you complimentary chips, salsa and bean dip. It was all very tasty. The menu is large. We saw they have weekly lunch specials Monday through Friday that looked really good. As we were here on a Sunday, those were not an option, but they do have a Brunch Menu, that had great options as well. It was tough to narrow it down, but we finally made our choices and placed our order. Our meals came out quick. I got the Red Snapper Fish Tacos. My friend got the Chicken Fajita Tacos. We both got the corn tortillas. All were excellent. My friend also chose the Chicken Tortilla Soup for one of her side choices. She loved it. Our server was Omar, and he was very helpful and attentive. I would definitely come back here. Prices are on the higher end, but you get a lot of food and the atmosphere is enticing.

Gaylyn B.

Yelp
The food was great. The service was subpar. I understand being busy on a Saturday night but the staff was not friendly or warm. When I walked in they just looked at my husband and I and continued doing what they were doing. I asked aloud (well after 5 minutes) "Is there a hostess available?" I'm not sure if the workers aren't proficient in English or what the issue was, but someone came up shortly and said "Inside or outside.." no greeting, no hello.. I wasn't in the mood to give a complaint so I just said inside. They said it would be 25 mins so I said we will sit at the bar. The bartender was a tad bit warmer. I would visit again because I enjoyed the Baja shrimp tacos and things but I'm not going because the service was great, I'm going because the food was great. Chicken tortillas soup- 8/10 Shrimp Baja tacos- 10/10 Spicy margaritas- 7/10 My husband had the same thing I had but he had plantains with his, they were pretty good.

Chandler P.

Yelp
Went to Habaneros for lunch on Labor Day and I wasn't very impressed. The atmosphere was nice and they had great music and photo ops, but the seating at our table was really strange and the pink chairs were much lower than the table. They did not have soap in the bathroom and the restaurant was freezing so you might want to bring hand sanitizer and a jacket just in case. Our waitress was nice, but we had to ask for napkins and silverware when we noticed we didn't have any after we got our food. Our food was also not brought out together. For starters we had chips, salsa, bean dip, and queso which was all great. I liked that they bring you a bean dip with the salsa. I had the Beef Birria tacos for my entree and they were really soggy :( When I picked them up they were falling apart.

Jasmine J.

Yelp
I've been here a couple of times and enjoyed my food each time. I love how the restaurant is decorated, great for pictures. The servers were really nice and attentive. The food came out in a timely manner. My only complaint is that some of the food was a little cold, not super hot.

Von W.

Yelp
The ambience is nice. Definitely has a vibe. The lighting, decor, and music were on point. Go with more than two people or ask to be seated downstairs. There were two people in our party, and the host stuck us in a corner like a couple of misbehaving kids. Service was fine. Our server was attentive. We ordered the selective tacos, which were a great value at $3/ea. Queso: 10/10; consistent with its name, it's spicy. Refried bean dip: 8/10; a little more salt and liquid smoke and these would've rivaled Popeyes. Salsa: too spicy for me. Pastor taco: 9/10 Ground beef taco: 9/10 Chicken taco: 7/10 Carnitas: 8/10 Deep fried oreo: 1/10; 1 for presentation. I didn't like smell or taste, and I don't think they were Nabisco Oreos. 4 for $10.

Janira W.

Yelp
Food was good.. I had the avocado wrap with fries. I did not have any meat and the taste was great. The music was kind of loud at times but it was all good. Pretty chilled vibe.

Pamela L.

Yelp
We have tried this restaurant 3 times now. Each time, the quality of the food and the service has greatly declined. The enchiladas were such a disappointment - no filling, no sauce, dry as a bone. The only thing that anyone enjoyed were the birria tacos but that is not enough to keep us coming back. We will not be returning.

Monica J.

Yelp
We were seated quickly. Our waitress was pleasant but seemed like she may have been a bit new based on coming back to clarify our order and frequent reminders for things like napkins and hot water. I ordered the steak and eggs and my other half ordered the Avacado toast with shrimp. We both ordered the house margaritas frozen mango and raspberry. Me of course with extra tajin. The food came out pretty quickly and the steak was seasoned to perfection. When we ordered the Avacado toast, it came with bacon bits. The waitress came back and asked what protein we wanted (shrimp, chicken, or steak) or a combo. I asked her if it came with it as we saw that it came with bacon. She said yes, it comes with it. When the bill came, I noticed it was $5 more for the Avacado toast. When I asked her about it, she said she needed to ask her manager. I told her we weren't looking for anything extra however she was a bit confused when she rung it up since the system asked for it, she assumed we had to select one. She made an adjustment and came back staring she took off $3. I explained that didn't solve the problem since there was an up charge of $5. After reviewing and explaining, she went back and took off the entire $5. The short of it is that it appeared that the waitress was new and didn't know of how to read the system. I'm sure we'll come back as there are some other menu items we want to try.

Essence B.

Yelp
We were looking for a restaurant for an early lunch near Lakeside Mall and stumbled on this fairly new restaurant right outside of the mall. The restaurant decor was very inviting with all the greenery and personalized touches. There is beautiful Outdoor seating with fans and the inside is very modern and lively. So many Instagramable areas! We decided to sit at the bar and give this restaurant a try. Food was delicious and very flavorful, service was just ok - could have been a little more attentive for a Sunday but we give it another try. Great variety of cocktails and speciality drinks to choose from - that was truly a plus. We will be back to try a few more items.

Bridget T.

Yelp
Excellent...went for lunch and woul definitely return for lunch or dinner. My husband ordered the lunch burrito and LOVED it... and he is such a picky Mexican food eater... he kept saying "this is great" so i was thrilled he loved it and would come back. I ordered the queso with chorizo and it was also very good. I loved the black wrought iron bowl it was served in because it helped the cheese stay hot. We both ordered a beer with our lunch and service was efficient. It was one of the really cold days in NOLA (1-16-24) and the restaurant was really cold inside. I had to put my jacket across my legs...the manager was checking the vents for heat... I think the system might have just been overwhelmed since the ceiling is so high... it wouldn't stop us from going back! Bottom line - LOVED it!

Ada M.

Yelp
Came here on cinco de mayo and it didn't disappoint!! Not pictured, the birria tacos. They were some of the best birria we've had. We were talked into ordering the esquite bombs by our waiter and the presentation of them was just as great as the taste. Very fresh. Our waiter also gave us some free shots which was fun. The place is cute and location is easy to get to. We sat outside as the weather was nice. The margarita was kinda pricey but it was large and delicious so couldn't complain.

Cassie J.

Yelp
Came here at 3pm with my family. I got the chileros with a lettuce wrap. Food was fine. My only compliant was that the chile rellenos had way too much bread, and I was given a stem in one of my tacos. However, about 4 hours after eating here, I have now thrown up twice. I had not eaten anything afterwards. I can only guess that it was the shrimp in my tacos. My Mother in Law got the shrimp fajitas but is feeling no ill effects, but that could be because the fajita plate cooked hers fully or something. I don't think I'd come back here after this experience. Editing to add that they seated us on their second floor next to a party of at least 20 people who were so loud our party of 3 couldn't hear each other talk. I said something about it to the waitress but was told there was nothing they could do.

L H.

Yelp
Our family visited Habaneros this past weekend. We were a party of 7 people. the hostess sat us outside in the cold. Prior to being seated I requested to sit inside and was told (with an attitude) that while the restaurant was empty (at 6:45) they were expecting a bunch of reservations to show up by 7pm and that since we did not have a reservation all they could offer us was outside seating. Oh, and they said " There are heaters outside so you should be fine". We ate outside in the cold while the restaurant remained empty. Needless to say our food was nothing special, half the table was torched by the heater and the other half were freezing because the heater didn't face that side of the table, the whole experience was miserable. When we left at 8:45, the inside of the restaurant was still empty. I just couldn't process what had happened and didn't want to make a scene in front of the children so I decide not to complain after expressing my initial concern. In the end, I would not recommend this location. We work to hard to spend our money eating in the cold (for no reason), being served average food and induring crappy service. News Flash, there are Mexican restaurants on every corner!!!!

Megan B.

Yelp
I recently visited Habaneros and would give it four stars. While the food didn't feel very authentic, it was still good. The decor was appealing, creating a nice atmosphere. The service was also commendable. I only tried the nachos, and they were decent, nothing extraordinary but certainly enjoyable. I'm looking forward to going back and trying more items on the menu. Overall, a solid spot worth a visit!

Meghan D.

Yelp
Habaneros is a great new Mexican spot in Metairie. It is aesthetically pleasing and all about the vibes. There is beautiful art, plants, and a variety of neon signs. The bar area is nice and the margarita was top notch. After a short wait, we sat down at a table outside. We ordered the Flauta flight that came with a variety of Flautas. There was a carnitas (pork), Barbacoa (beef), and Tinga (chicken) and they were all delicious. The pork was my favorite! For my entree, I ordered the verdes enchiladas. It comes with three cheese enchiladas and a piece of grilled chicken. It was delicious and I will order again. For dessert, we ordered Sopapillas to go. They were pretty good, but not very sweet. I will definitely be back to Habaneros to drink margaritas and explore the menu!

Amber G.

Yelp
Good tacos and good service. Passion fruit margaritas were soo yummy. Will definitely be back.

Janine M.

Yelp
This has quickly become my favorite restaurant in Metairie. I love the vibe! It's lively and everyone is there to enjoy themselves and it shows. The last time I was there, Serene was our server and she was attentive yet not overbearing. She checked on us and refilled our water and kept us updated on our bar drinks. I really like the Alambres tacos that I can't get enough of. I don't know if I spelled that right but anyway...they are delicious. Habaneros has earned the top spot on my list.

Lorena C.

Yelp
Super cute, new Mexi-luscious menu with fresh, well cooked upscale. Mall parking is free, yet competitive depending on the time of day. Service is quite good. The host had us matched with a server almost immediately. Seating inside and in two sections outside. Everything is a part of the cinematic - garden - pop art type decor. We sat on the second level, which was a little more intimate & still able to enjoy the playlist but without as many people. We enjoyed the snapper tacos and I had plantains the lamb, La Santa saved the day after my very flavorful, icy ginger margarita. Sis had the frozen mango that was good, but could've used another shot. Dessert was very well made, rich brownie, vanilla ice cream and whipped cream. We will definitely be back.

Danielle K.

Yelp
I enjoyed this place a lot for brunch. It's low key, right next to lakeside mall, and has an excellent selection of margarita flavors. We went for brunch and both got chilaquiles, which I thought were excellent. They bring out free bean dip and salsa and the guacamole was super fresh and tasty. Brunch on the later side overlapped with happy hour so one of my margaritas was only $5. I highly recommend for a brunch date under $100.

Alexis C.

Yelp
*sigh* What a disappointment. My friend and I were so excited for this place only to be let down. After a 50 minute wait, we were seated. The service left a lot to be desired as did the food. I will say that the drink I got (their version of a gin & tonic) was good. My food was mostly flavorless- the tortilla soup was fine. The ceviche app was delicious I will say. The other app we got, the esquite bombs, were a miss. They were just bland. I got the prestige tacos for my entree and I wasn't a fan of them either. The tortilla felt overly thick and there was a lack of flavor there as well. I ended up taking two of them home to "doctor" on them. It is a super beautiful space. However, I'll take good food over aesthetics any day.

Kassidy D.

Yelp
New restaurant in the area. It's located on the lakeside mall property so there is plenty of parking. The restaurant has ample patio seating and upstairs and downstairs tables once you get inside. The wait staff was polite. I ordered the birria tacos and the margarita that was on sale that day (house). Everything was good and I'd order it again. The decor is really chic, and there is a photo op at the entrance. Would recommend and return.

Amanda M.

Yelp
Had lunch here. Was really great. They served chips, salsa and refried beans for starters, all Bueno! I ordered the lunch burrito with pork and pineapple and iit was great!

Nicoya W.

Yelp
Me and friend popped in this place after a nail appointment and it was pretty good. The ambiance is pretty cool reminds me of something in Miami. Wasn't too loud or too quiet either. Service was okay...I think our server kind of forgot about us from time to time. I had the Michelada which was super tasty...the mix is made in house! The watermelon margarita was also super tasty. And both drinks were pretty big...which I can appreciate. For food we started with the octopus tacos...delish! My friend had veggie enchiladas which looked really good. I had the fajita tacos with a side of charro beans & chicken tortilla soup. Everything was really tasty and the portions are perfect! I'll definitely be back. Go check 'em out!!!

Lacey D.

Yelp
I have mixed feelings toward my meal at Habaneros. The good- the atmosphere is fun, the rice and beans are absolutely fantastic, the taco was good, and there were good drink specials. The average- the prices are higher than average. The enchilada was just okay. The fajitas had good flavor but were so dry. I would come here again, but at a time when there are food specials as well as drink specials. The service was friendly but the restaurant was pretty crowded so we went long periods without anyone checking on us and we had to flag people down for refills.

Victoria P.

Yelp
I came here one Friday after work and I was pleasantly surprised to see their happy hour ended at 6! The house margaritas are $5!! So of course my friend and I got lit! We tried so many flavors! The passion fruit is so delicious. The chorizo queso was delicious! I got the Birria tacos for my entree and they were a 1/10 but I would definitely go back for their happy hour and that queso! It's also super cute and vibey in there

Nina O.

Yelp
Stopped in for lunch with friends. We tried the taco salad and the quesidilla, and both were quite good. It has a nice atmosphere and a decent drink selection. We will return

K M.

Yelp
A table of 4, we were seated and waited 8 minutes for chips and salsa from a buster. It was almost the end of happy hour so I assume they told the server not to take our order until it was over. After about 12 minutes of sitting and watching servers, managers and hosts walk by, we went next door for Italian. There are a dozen other similar restaurants to visit, this place won't get my patronage.

Stephanie R.

Yelp
I was really excited to try this location based on the one in madisonville. When you first walk in, your amaze by the aesthetic. Great restaurant to take pictures. Love the bean dip and chips. I ordered 2 Mexican tacos (carne asada), side of rice, beans, and Mexican street corn. Very disappointed, food wasn't hot, the sides are very small, and my biggest hurt was the street corn. It was a boiled corn on the cob and they threw some cheese and the sauce on it and called it street corn. Our waiter was not the best either. We had to repeat things multiple times. Probably wont back, I'll stick to Madisonville Habaneros.

Dayana M.

Yelp
Nice place, and food was ok. Don't expect service to be fast, this place gets crowded and understandably food and service are not on the fly. Our server was decent and food did lack a bit of flavor. Don't expect anything cuban this is a flat out American Mexican place. Title could Be misleading for sure. Overall we had a decent experience.

Cassie M.

Yelp
Brunch and appetizers were delicious. It's such a cute place, but the service leaves a lot to be desired.

Tiffany M.

Yelp
Came in for lunch. Service was nice and efficient. The decor in the restaurant was very cute and modern. Food was okay. I found the tacos to be pretty greasy. But everything else was cool. I like that they give salsa and refried beans complimentary. Will return and try something different.

Miguel B.

Yelp
Great spot for authentic Mexican food. The atmosphere is chic and hip with great service. The cocktail menu is creative with many drinks exclusive to Habanero's.

Golden T.

Yelp
Hands down some of the best Mexican food that I've ever had in the city of New Orleans. Everything is flavorful, seasoned well, fresh ingredients & hot. This is my second time visiting. I came for Cinco de Mayo and I was not disappointed. Everything on the menu is good. Service was also excellent. I didn't get my servers name, but he was great. hostess sat us almost immediately even though it looked pretty busy.

David C.

Yelp
Good Food, Good Vibes, BAD BUNNIES! Visited this establishment on a Saturday night with my cousin and his girlfriend...I was thoroughly impressed immediately by the decor and the vibe...We were seated immediately and our waiter was prompt on drink service. The Michelada was the BEST I've ever had ( Look out Ensenada) and the Octopus Tacos were FIRE!!! Meal was coursed properly and then the BAD BUNNIES came out for the entertainment...I've lived in San Diego for 23 years and just recently moved back to NOLA...This is my new spot...Well done!

Dara M.

Yelp
The food was great! Flavor was on point. We def filled our bellies trying to taste test it all. We had the trio dip & chip as an app with chorizo bean dip? Guacamole & queso. So good, and the beans have a very nice taste. We also got the elite corn which was amazing, full of flavor and packed w sauce and topped with cheese. The barria tacos were great & the drinks hit just right. The vibe and service is def worth mentioning. Super trendy & the service didn't slack at all. Hard to get great service these days and i wish i remembered our servers name bc she made sure we were well taken care of at all times!

Orphan D.

Yelp
This is a tale of two sides. I have been 3 times. First of the food was delicious. I tried something different every time and was not disappointed. During lunch service was attentive and fast. So unfortunately here comes the flip side. We went for dinner (early) we were seated immediately. We ordered 2 drinks and it took 30 minutes (not kidding) for drinks to come. Our appetizer and our dinner came before our drinks showed up. When the drink showed up I immediately ordered another because I knew it would take a while. It did 20 minutes. I need to add the restaurant was not packed but yet servers were standing around. We asked to see the manager and as of the post we are yet to hear from him/her. I'm sure we will be back but are Leary

Jhoen L.

Yelp
Great service the food and the drinks were excellent The service was excellent I got nothing to complain about it

Adrianna P.

Yelp
First time coming here and the staff is friendly. Beautiful restaurant. The food was good as well as the margaritas. The only downside was the presentation. My plate looked thrown together.

Trey S.

Yelp
The first time we ordered food here it was pretty good but this time we ordered shrimp tacos and this is what you get for $20 shrimp tacos! Shrimp the size of your finger tip that are tough and only fill up a fraction of the taco. This local restaurant is certainly not using our beautiful local shrimp. Will never order this again and they should just consider taking this off of the menu if they plan to serve this in a city like New Orleans.

Kay G.

Yelp
I definitely recommend! The food was really good!and the prices are low. The restaurant is beautiful. The staff could use a lot more training and be more attentive but they were very nice. we kept having to look for our waiter to ask for things like more drinks more napkins little things and it took forever to pay our bill. They were not busy at all. We will definitely be back

Art S.

Yelp
Your first impression of Habaneros (in Metairie) will be the sign that says, "This must be the place." While it takes continued food consistency and outstanding service to maintain and build on positive experiences, it takes an all-hands-on-deck effort combined with a great deal of professionalism (and some luck) to turn around a negative one.  After a negative experience in March of 2024, where we encountered slow service and a lack of attention to detail, we decided to give Habaneros a second chance visit (to err is human), and we are thrilled that we did. The transformation in staff and leadership was remarkable, breathing new life into the establishment. Not only did we return for a second visit, we elected to parlay the positive experience and returned on Mother's Day. Here's how our experience went: Our first return visit was on Saturday, May 4th, 2024, the afternoon of the Kentucky Derby. We chose to sit outdoors in the patio area, and the Management graciously fulfilled our request to watch the Derby in a display of their accommodating nature. We were delighted by the unique flavors of the frozen happy hour margaritas, particularly the raspberry and mango. The Queso Fundido (Queso with Chorizo) was a standout, a perfect blend of cheese and spice that left us craving for more.  On to the entrees: We had the Verdes Enchiladas, a flavorful dish with grilled chicken, and the Quesadilla, which was generously filled with shredded chicken and a variety of cheeses. We followed up with Coffee and dessert. The staff's recommendation of the flan, a baked custard dessert topped with caramel (similar to the French version of crème caramel), was a delightful discovery. The sense of intrigue and excitement in trying these new dishes was truly invigorating. Our server, Eddie, was a true professional, highly knowledgeable about the menu and spot-on in meeting and anticipating our every need. After receiving and paying the check, we requested to speak with Management as we felt it was important to share the significant turnaround in our dining experience. We learned that our server, Eddie, was training other staff members, which is a testament to his skills and the positive changes at Habaneros. Also, it quickly became apparent that the new management was a big part of the positive differences we experienced at Habaneros. Our Mother's Day visit went smoothly and was just as impressive as the previous visit on the day of the 'run for the roses' event, where we enjoyed margaritas and an added surprise found in the shredded chicken taco salad. The answer to 'this must be the place' is rhetorical. The next time you find yourself in the mood for some vibrant atmosphere, with its lively music and colorful decor, infused with great food and culture, head on over to Habaneros in Metairie . . . this is the place!

Chelsea G.

Yelp
Food is sooooop tasty! Definitely recommend the Playeros tacos. Decor is super cute as well!!

Dae U.

Yelp
Food was GREAT. Drinks could be stronger, personally but still good. The service at the bar was good, BIRRIA tacos and CHIMICHANGA *chefs kiss*. The ambience was really pretty definitely content worthy. The lighting is just a tad bit off. I would definitely go back!

Kristen C.

Yelp
My husband and I decided to give this place a shot. We arrived around 6:30 PM on a Sunday. We were greeted promptly by the hostesses and were shown to the bar for seating (they asked if sitting at the bar was fine and we said yes.) Loved the ambiance/decor/vibe. Tons of places for snagging pics for social media, loud club-type music, and a really cool lit-up bartop. We sat for about 2-3 minutes before someone brought over some chips, salsa, and bean dip. Nothing special here- the beans were not hot (not sure if they were supposed to be or what), salsa was definitely bulk produced off-site, and the chips were lukewarm. The bartender took our drink order (2 top shelf Patron margaritas on the rocks). They were delicious! El Paso makes our favorite margarita but these actually tasted pretty similar. A win! We ordered the sampler and the corn and cheese bombs as appetizers. Omg- both amazing. The bombs were a bit too spicy for my liking but my husband proclaimed they were on point. The sampler tower was plentiful in pork rinds, quesadilla bites, flauta bites, corn, and jalapeño poppers with 4 different dippers to go with them. For our entrees we got the garlic shrimp with rice and steamed vegetables and the chicken fajitas with all the fixings. Again, all hot, flavorful, and delicious! We wanted to order the fried Oreos and the sopapillas for dessert, but after all that food and a total of 5 margaritas between us, we were full. We dropped a little over $200 which included a generous tip for our bartender, who was attentive without being overbearing. My one star dock is because of the women's restroom. 2 stalls- the regular stall's toilet was stopped up so I had to use the handicapped stall. There was NO HOOKS or a flat surface to hang my bag! So I had to awkwardly hold it in my lap. There's also no flat surface by the sink to put a bag in case you need to dig in it and freshen makeup, fix your hair, whatever. It was also really dark. So my hope is that they add some stall hooks and maybe a table or something by the sink so that ladies have a place to put their bags. Overall, we had a really great night here! It was busier when we first arrived but tapered off by 8 PM- maybe cuz it was a Sunday? We will definitely come back because the food and drinks were excellent, service at the bar was great, and we want to try those desserts!

Shanna B.

Yelp
The food was so delicious! I ordered the octopus tacos off the shareable menu and I have to say the flavor of those tacos were out of this world. The octupus was cooked so tender and was not chewy at all! I will defintely order those again! I did not take pics of them because i was too busy digging in. The guacamole was on point too, along with their bean dip. It's important to note that I am very picky with my Mexican food and do not like most restaurants, but this restaurant was one of my top 3 favorites! Oh and let's not forget about the vibe. So fun with the music and great artwork and lighting. Last but not least, the signature cocktail were great!

Daniel L.

Yelp
Met the owner there, extremely cordial the atmosphere was great the food was even better, overall good staff and are excited to come back. 10 out of 10 for ambience

Aguedo R.

Yelp
First time coming here, food was amazing and service was great! My bartender was timely and always checked up on me even when they were busy. The feel of the place was chill and upscale, I really enjoyed the color palette they used. The food came fast and was delicious. I honestly thought I was gonna get small portions but they were filling and I eat a lot so definitely getting your money's worth. I love spicy so most of the items I got were mildly spicy, not artificial mild spice but real mild spice. The enchiladas were my favorite! Not quite like mom makes them but close enough. Drinks are worth every penny, my bartender recommended the drinks. Definitely coming back when I'm in town!