La Popular Austin

If you’re looking for a nice night out for date night or for a birthday, this place is a perfect spot! Their drinks were so good! And their appetizers and entrees were delicious. The guacamole and chips hit the spot. You also have to try their ribeye tacos - they were so tasty! Tacos were smaller than what I was expecting, but the taste was amazing. Can’t wait to go again!

Amazing atmosphere, food and drinks. We had the LP Margarita which was perfectly made and dressed. We met Angel (bartender), well mannered. Enjoyed the Campechano Enchiladas. No wait, we decided to sit at the bar. Highly recommend this place. This is the 3rd visit and have had an amazing experience. Their happy hour and music, are awesome too!

La popular is one of the best mexican food restaurant in Austin. The ambience is so beautiful and the interior designs are very attractive with comfortable seating. We ordered Chicken Tacos and Fish Tacos with Nachos.. The dishes looks colorful and nicely decorated. The taste is okay but, I expected a lot, and needs little bit improvement in taste wise. They staff are always helpful and ready to guide us to select the menu based on our recommendations. Definitely a perfect place for friends to chillout. Overall, We had a lovely dinner experience.

Marty, if you’re seeing this it’s the guy who sat in your patio with the two dogs. First and foremost, the food was spectacular. Second, the ambiance and atmosphere was stunning. Both my significant other and I ordered the al pastor and chicken tacos and Marty suggested us to make our tacos con costre the true authentic Mexico City style. Marty I told you this after we finished but you need to train your staff to upsell costre tacos. My gf who doesn’t love tacos and thought San Antonio had delicious tacos said with extreme confidence these are the best tacos she’s had. We will be coming back next time we’re in Austin.

Food and drinks were amazing, staff was kind and helpful, and the service was fast! The prices are a bit high, especially for the portion sizes. The drinks are really tasty, but $18 for a drink is steep. I definitely would recommend the food though, absolutely loved it and the service. The atmosphere and decor is beautiful as well.

Amazing food! The vibe was very sexy and intimate. Great for a birthday dinner or date night! Drinks were fairly priced.

The drinks were strong and the food was amazing. Real spicy salsas, coming from a Hispanic means alot, I loved it. The nachos with steak were delicious. We shared the tacos and ribs. Our new favorite place in Austin.

We visit this place after complete team meeting and have dinner together for the first time. Love the overall vibe. Chill and relax. Nice place for after work to hangout, especially when your boss pays 🤣. All of us eat with various fillings and side dishes. Mine have to adapt some the hottest dipping sauce with my prawns taco to spice them up which results tasty beyond expectations. Rice as side dish is great. For liquor 🍸, can’t drink but base on refills and decorations. My colleagues say so great and perfect. Friendly and service mind staffs. Don’t mind with my customized orders while others take as it is. Even during the meal I felt down from work and cause me lost appetite more than usual but their food able to made me to eat and boost my mood up. Thank you so much. Would be nice to visit and try liquor 🍸 when my condition is better.

The service was great and the food was delicious! The queso fundido was so good! Definitely recommend!

I've been here twice so far and loved both visits. Ambience is especially great when it gets a little later and they turn down the lights. I have only been around HH time and it wasn't too busy so cannot speak to how it is later in the evening. The Desert Rose cocktail is excellent, a little bit of a spiced flavor that compliments the hibiscus. HH tacos are a great deal (4 total) and the quesabirria is a cheesy dream, I just wish there were 4 pieces instead of 2. My friend had the mole enchiladas and loved them. I also like their chips; they are thick and have a nice plain corn flavor without too much salt. I heard some grumbling an about the service when they first opened but I feel every server I've had has been attentive and friendly and have no complaints. Go check it out!! I'll definitely be back!

Edited: I decided to give the restaurant another try and I was very pleasantly surprised with the quality of the food and the service. Restaurant has made great strides to improve the quality about the food and the service and it shows. I'll definitely be back soon. To be honest, I wasn't Blown Away by the food nor the service- especially for the price. The atmosphere is upscale and trendy. The enchiladas were good, but a little greasy. The margarita was a little too sweet for my taste.

Made our way here after a trip to the zoo. My boyfriend is vegan so we rolled the dice on trying this place out as their menu has no vegan options listed. Luckily our waitress, was able to ask the kitchen about vegan options. He grabbed the veggie tacos (no mushrooms as those are mixed with cheese) & side of beans. She mentioned the beans were recently change so they are now vegan friendly. The rice unfortunately not an option for him but all good. We are happy he had a full entree to enjoy! We also enjoyed the guacamole and salsa platter. I am not vegan and ordered the agua chiles which were my favorite. As well as the chile relleno. Happy to have found a place to accommodate his dietary restriction while I can enjoy my non vegan foods. Space is nice with option of outdoor seating. will need to come back for dinner to enjoy a cocktail.

Finally! Some authentic Mexican cuisine My friend found this place on social media and I couldn't be happier.

I got to try La Papar for a friends birthday dinner. There was plenty of parking so I really appreciated that! We were also a larger party of eight and we're able to make reservations ahead of time so make sure you check that out on the website or call in advance if you have a large group. I always love a salsa and chip appetizer at Mexican restaurants and they delivered on that here! Our table had a nice serving of salsa and chips. For my meal, I tried the tacos with prawns. They had a great flavor and a nice little kick at the end. It comes with a side of rice and beans. If you have a big appetite, keep in mind that is two small tacos in the dish. If there was one more added to the plate, i think it really would've made a nice and more filling meal. I also had the Perla's to drink, and it was very nice and tasty with the little zing from the Taheen so I definitely recommend trying that out! Overall, this was a great place to try. It's NBA playoff season, so they had the game playing around the bar. It's a nice place to go out for a nice night out or if you want a more relaxed vibe it fits that too. They allowed my friend to bring in her birthday cheesecake, which was also a bonus. Our server also provided candles for the cake.

I had an absolutely fantastic experience at this place! My friends and I decided to stop by after dinner in search of some digestifs, and we were not disappointed. The cocktails were simply outstanding, so much so that we ended up staying for some small bites as well. The guacamole was a standout, boasting excellent flavor and freshness. Additionally, the flight of four salsas -- avocado salsa verde, salsa lorenza, salsa toreado, and salsa llorona -- was a delightful treat, each offering a unique and satisfying taste. The cocktails truly stole the show with their innovative flavors and impeccable execution. For those who enjoy a smoky profile, I highly recommend trying the Forbidden Paradise Mule and the Count Diablo. Our server was incredibly attentive and engaging, enhancing our overall dining experience. The ambiance of the restaurant was chic and inviting. While it may be a bit off the beaten path, the journey of approximately 10 miles out of town is undoubtedly worth it for the exceptional experience offered here.

My husband loves Mexican food and this is probably his favorite spot here! We're not fan of texmex and this place is from Mexico City, so we were intrigued. We like the modern vibe and the food is great. Service has always been excellent. We've eaten here a handful of times and have enjoyed -chips and salsa flight -nachos -queso fundito -steak fajita -shrimp fajita

¡Delicioso! We were able to get seated immediately with no reservation on a Monday evening. Got started with Ahi Tuna tostadas-they are very good! Love the tuna of course and the leek crisps. I just wish the portion size was bigger. Tacos are great! Sauce really goes well with the prawns. The refried beans/rice is alright. Quesabirria is really good and I would get it again! It's my first time having this and it's a fun twist on a quesadilla. Great portion and each bite is flavorful. The tres leches is one of the best I've had in Austin! The caramel on top makes it very fragrant. I love it!!

So excited to check out this spot in Austin Tx! My son made a reservation for 5:30pm we arrived right on time in spite of the traffic. Once we entered I immediately noticed (it was a full house and loud)! It was difficult for us to hear the hostess and each other. Once seated I noticed the beautiful bar area and other seating which may have been better to carry a conversation. We were excited to look at menu so remained in our seats. The waitress came around and again it was hard to hear her and she spoke pretty fast. She was very nice and patient as we tried to ask questions before ordering. To our surprise it was still happy hour so I ordered off that menu. I chose the tacos and beans and rice... had to get the churros...hubby got the ribeye enchiladas. I didn't get anything to drink beside water which came in a beautiful serving glass pitcher and small glasses. Hubby got the tequila and beer. First let me say the shot glass was a nice size and the tequila was not as smooth as I like but good.. again it wasn't my drink but my hubby enjoyed the beer. Other guests enjoyed their margarita! The first food on our table was the guacamole and then came the churros. I wanted it at the end of meal but baby .. desert came first today! The churros was everything delicious . When I finished I was ready to go but later came the entree, the tacos! I won't complain they looked pretty was my first thought and secondly "where's the meat"? The chicken was tasty but more cilantro and lettuce for my liking! Overall it's a great happy hour place! If the weather would have been better I'd prefer to sit outside to talk and be more leisurely. I swear I heard the table next to me whole conversation he was talking so loud! I gave it four stars it's a great beautiful place. I'd come back but again only for happy hour! The dinner menu looked amazing and the prices are average for this level of service and food. Check them out!

Today went for lunch. Service was fantastic. I ate the Al Pastor tacos which were scrumptious! My friend had the nachos as her entree and ended up taking home more than half, there was so much food! She was very pleased with the amount of food and the taste! We had happy hour margaritas as well which were delicious.

Like it as it has a happy hour menu until closing, not just 3-6pm, for Tuesdays. Good music and good vibe. Close to nearby hotel where I stayed. It's one of the affordable dinner option in this mall, especially for the happy hour food and drinks.

Food: the starters were delicious. I liked the salsa tray because you get to try all their salsas, and it's not a bad price. The guacamole was very tasty, and I would definitely recommend that. I had the shrimp enchiladas; they're very saucy but still very good. The veggies and guac were nice, also. Drinks: the drinks were made well and very tasty also. Service: I will say I felt a little rushed. It seemed like every time the server came to our table. It felt like they were trying to get us out the door, even though we explained that we wanted to sit and chat for a while. This was 1 PM on a Sunday. My friend mentioned that the last time she was here, she had the same experience. Ambiance: the restaurant is nice and very well put together and clean. And it's very open for large parties, if necessary. I would go back again regardless of the rushed service. The food really stood out, so I'm interested in trying out other things.

This used to be one of my favs. Disappointing experience with friends. Good was average. Served cold and cold as likely just lack of attention by server. It wasn't busy. Of the five folks in our party, no one was impressed with their dishes. Not sure what's changed. Just wasn't great like it used to be.

As a mexican food enthusiast, I was very happy with La Popular. I went for a date night with my girlfriend and we had a great time. Atmosphere inside was modern, slightly intimate and comfortable. We sat at a booth and had a great server who recommended some delicious things. There is complimentary salsa but it is very small so that is a downfall therefore to compensate we ordered the salsa sampler. The fact that I am still giving this place 5 stars after a small complimentary salsa says a lot. Salsa sampler was yummy with perfectly fried chips. As for other starters we ordered the queso fundido which did not disappoint. Stringy and warm, I would prepare a small taco and add some salsa to it, delicious! For dinner I ordered the Campechano Enchiladas per the waitresses suggestion and I was glad I did. A unique plate of enchiladas with a mild bean sauce on top which was different and complimented the meat packed enchiladas very nicely. The inside of the enchiladas were filled with al pastor, beef and various other meats which made them very hearty. I am a huge fan of street tacos and the fillings for these enchiladas gave me that feeling of hearty street tacos which I loved. Additionally the portion was great and the price for everything on the menu was reasonable. Drinks were good, I ordered an IPA while my girlfriend ordered some drink and was surprised when it came out on fire. That was a nice touch and added to the experience, so make sure if that interests you to ask what drinks are special in that way. Certainly will go back to this place and try other things in the future. Checks all of my boxes for a great mexican spot as far as price, quality, quantity and service.

To start off, I had the salsa sampler and while I don't like paying for chips and salsa at a Mexican restaurant, I think this was enough for 2 people. The hottest salsa had a kick but if you like spicy then you'll easily be able to handle it. The soy sauce salsa is different, it wasn't my favorite but nice to try something new. It had too much of a soy sauce flavor. For the entree, I had the Al pastor enchilada and that was great! I would definitely order that again. The cactus pomegranate agua Fresca was very refreshing as well!

I recently came here with my boss for a work lunch and to say we were unimpressed is an understatement. Unfortunately, while the service was phenomenal and everyone was very kind, the food absolutely failed to hit the mark and parts of it were completely inedible. I ordered the Al Pastor Enchiladas and there really wasn't a whole lot of flavor. The meat was quite sparse at best, dried out, and lacked all the incredible flavor I expect in Al Pastor. The dish was completely overwhelmed by the sauce, which at least helped add some moisture back in, but unfortunately wasn't enough to save the enchiladas. My boss ordered a salad and added steak as a protein. The steak was so overcooked and tough that she couldn't cut through it and the manager came by to apologize for how overdone it was. We're both gluten free and we had no issues with the food in that regard, but the only enjoyable aspect of the meal outside of the company was the tortilla chips, guacamole, and other sauces/dips that came with the chips. I'd hoped they might have a desert to redeem the food a bit, but they do not offer any gluten free desert options. The server and manager were both apologetic for the food, but unfortunately I'd rather have good food than a discounted meal. As far as the seating, this restaurant is located off a fairly busy road but is in a restaurant/business center so parking is plentiful and free. I have been to restaurants in this area several times now and never had an issue finding parking. They offer indoor and outdoor seating, with a variety of seating options inside (table, bar, etc.) It was a bit dim inside, so this does have the potential of being a nice romantic/intimate setting, but with the food being what it was, I would not recommend this restaurant. Carve is located in this same complex and is significantly better.

Met friends here for lunch and really enjoyed my meal. We all had the taco lunch special which included 4 little tacos with rice and beans. I chose the carnitas tacos and subbed a salad in lieu of rice and beans. Tacos were very tasty and loved the salad. The service was good and the atmosphere nice.

Pros: - kept my water full :)) - seated quickly and In a desirable location - friendly attentive server. Very available but very clear that we were never being rushed ! - easy to read and extensive menu - the salsa and chip combo starter ?! What !!! So beautiful and delicious and I loved the description - gorgeous drinks - the food was all presented beautiful in appropriate vessels -all the dishes were balanced, flavorful and as described on menu -creative way of serving the steak tacos ! It worked well . Cons - there's not many ! Maybe the drinks could use a bit more alcohol for the price -a bit pricey but I figure it's worth it for the ambiance, presentation, flavors and service - Would I Return? YES

Ambiance (5/5) - You can tell they were going for an upscale lounge vibe, as the dim lighting really sets the mood. They played a great selection of music during dinner and there were plenty of people dressed for the nightclub and celebrating birthdays. There's a great outdoor space, as well. Cocktails (5/5) - Very good! Their drinks were better than their food, in all honestly. I tried 3 different cocktails, but the one named after a toucan was my favorite and reminded me of lemon drop candy. Queso Fundido (3/5) - Excessively oily from the chorizo. The ribeye chicharrones we added on were great and should be offered as a separate appetizer plate on its own. Baja Shrimp Tacos (3/5) - Recommended to us by our server over the creamy chipotle shrimp tacos, tasty but very messy to eat from being overstuffed with pico de gallo. Ribeye Fajitas (2/5) - The meat was chewy and the flavors got lost in all the sour cream and oily veggies. The potatoes felt very out of place, as well, and added nothing to the dish other than being filler. I would say adjust your expectations prior to visiting, La Popular is a good lounge/bar that happens to serve food; it is NOT fine dining by any means.

I had dinner for the first time at La Popular back in July. My parents and I had to wait about 45 minutes on a Saturday night. They don't have a waiting area inside. There are benches around the shopping complex, but sitting outside in the summer heat wasn't a pleasant experience. Save yourself the trouble and make a reservation. Grace was our server and she was nice. I started with a cocktail called Forbidden Paradise Mule. This drink was different. It wasn't bad, it just had a different flavor profile with a slight kick (tequila, lime, passion fruit, ginger, chamoy, bee pollen). The mini honey comb that came in the drink was cute. The chips and salsa were okay. I liked that it came with four different salsas progressing from mild (avocado salsa verde) to spicy (salsa llorona - pickled jalapeño and serrano peppers) We ordered the chicken nachos for an appetizer. They were good. The chicken had flavor and the chips were nice and crunchy. For my meal, I ordered the fajitas. The presentation was beautiful but the flavor was lackluster because the fajita meat was very bland. My parents and cousin ate here a few months prior to this visit and my cousin had the same critique about the fajitas. I don't love salty food, but this meat was not seasoned at all. The cheese, pico, guac, and sour cream weren't enough to amp up the flavor. On the other hand, the side of refried beans were very flavorful. This place is more about the vibe than the food IMO. Unfortunately the table next to us had a drunk patron who was so loud and obnoxious that it killed the vibe for me. I would give La Popular another try, but I wouldn't wait 45 minutes to eat here again.

Loved the starred reviews and the service. The place was lovely with really know one eating. We ate at the bar and had the amazing ribeye tacos and salsa tray was fun. I am excited to come back for happy hour

Came here based on a recommendation. Great atmosphere, friendly staff and good food. It's a little on the pricey side for tacos but it's an overall chill vibe with patio space. Here's what I had: Ahi Tuna Tostadas- Solid! The ahi had a great flavor and the tostada was nice and crispy. 5 of 5 stars! Al Pastor Tacos- Solid again! The pastor meat was cooked well and the tortilla was very good. 5 of 5 stars. Ribeye Tacos- Basic for me. Thin strip of ribeye with a slice of avocado. The sauce on top was very good. 3 of 5 stars. Bloody Mary- Very nice, not too spicy- 4 stars! Service- slow but friendly, they forgot my tea. 3.5 stars. I'll be back to try the enchiladas and have a drink.

I feel so fancy coming here to bug the spicy red head Maddie. I probably spelled her name wrong again..... bah humbug and stop judging me and making me come back. She'll trick you into becoming a regular. Be warned my fellow patrons, this witch craft of friendly service, trickery and day drinking will lure you in and trap theee! Oh onto the regular review program. Zzzt It's a quite delightful establishment that while small on the outside is surpassingly open and bigger on the inside like the Tardis. Definitely will have to come back late at night to see how the night life is. But during the day just a nice spot to try to impress your..... not girl that may or may not be a bumble or tinder date, then find out later the real date has been at another table the entire time, yet your both having a good time you didn't realize you stood one another up...... not that, that's what maybe or probably happened to someone whom, may or couldn't possibly be neither someone I know? Bumble dash those tinder thoughts! Decent date spot.... Yesh

Food was delicious and ambiance was great. I brought my husband here on a date and the service was fantastic. He had the tacos al pastor which were as close to the ones in MX and I had chicken mole enchiladas. Loved both meals. One thing I wasn't a fan of was their "Mexican rice" it didn't taste authentic which was weird considering how authentic the rest of the food was! Even their guacamole was perfectly seasoned and tangy!

Came her for lunch with the hubs. Place has a cool vibe, staff is friendly and attentive, but not overbearing like other places. The chips and salad (complimentary) are fantastic. Although the sesame one takes a bit to get used too, it pairs super well with meat. We ordered a round of top shelf margaritas and man, those were some of the best, well balanced margaritas we ever had. Perhaps it's time to start learning about and exploring more tequilas? The whitefish ceviche was delicious, super fresh, just enough spice and lime. Hubby ordered the carnitas tacos and I had the fried shrimp tacos. The in house made tortillas are the bomb, as were the tacos. Very generous portions, the flavor spot on.

3rd time here and I will say this is our best visit yet. Juan Carlos the bartender was awesome and is the reason I bumped my review to a 4 star! If this review was souly on him, it would be a 5 star. However, everything in my original review is the same. Food: Is good but nothing to brag about. Drinks: good mixed drinks and they have a full bar. This is a great happy hour place but I would be upset if I had to pay full price for what I was served (food wise).

Here we go again. Yes, I realize the cost of food has gone up but come on. $18 for 2 small tacos with 3 small shrimp each and a bunch of cabbage. Tasty but never again. When the website does not include menu prices; it's not a mistake -- just surprise customers on their initial visit. They prolly won't get up and leave. To recap: Flavorful, small portions, average service and way over-priced

After my previous experience, the manager reached out to apologize for the service and invited us back to give them another try. I appreciated the courtesy so we returned last weekend. When we arrived at 4:50 on a Sunday, we were surprised to hear it was a 20-25 min wait as there were vacant tables. The hostess said they only had 2 servers and were waiting for others to arrive. Another operations issue ... it's the weekend during dinner rush ... gotta have ample staffing. It ended up being 37 min (I got text updates with time stamps) so we weren't thrilled to have waited almost double the time we were quoted. Tbh I would've kept this at 3 stars if we didn't have such a great server, Axel. He was attentive, very personable, and good knowledge of the menu. He had our daughter's kids meal come out first (and it tasted way better than the quesadilla she got last time!), we got the tuna tostadas again (they were tougher and harder to cut through this time), Baja fish tacos (REALLY GOOD! Packed with toppings), Campechano tacos (decent. Super oily. I just used chips and scooped up the meat because it just poured out oil every time I tried to pick it up), and churros (12 mini churros that came out piping hot!). All things considered, we'll probably stick with Happy Hour for a better value of what we get (and will make a reservation!).

La Popular is a new restaurant to Austin that comes with a lot of hype. 3.5/5 stars. Food: I was pleased to have a nice variety of salsas and some chips delivered to my table right after being seated. I really enjoyed 2 of the 4! For my entree, I decided on the ribeye fajitas. The fajitas are one of the higher prices menu items but I found it to be incredibly tasty! The meat was tender and bursting with flavor and paired wonderfully with the veggies. The veggies were a bit unseasoned and definitely under salted. My friend order pollo enchiladas. Unfortunately she was not impressed and said her chicken was flavorless. Overall: I wouldn't go out of my way to try La Popular. It's a nice restaurant and while my fajitas were good, between the price, authenticity of the food, and the difficulty making reservations I'd just as well go elsewhere.

I decided to give this spot a second chance and was pleasantly surprised. I used the popular plates and drinks listed on Yelp to order. I loved the Perlas cocktail especially the delicious garnish. My husband had the LP margarita and that was good too. We ordered the queso fundido which came with both corn and flour tortillas. We also ordered the ribeye tacos. They were a little grisly for me but overall enjoyed them. And again the service was top notch. We stopped by with my infant son at 5 pm on a weekday. We were seated right away without a reservation. Our server was great and a manager came by to ask how we were doing. It started to get very busy in the evening so I would expect a wait if we had gotten there later. There is a large parking lot but again it does get busy so expect to walk a bit if you park further away.

Lovely setting both indoors and out, with typical Mexican offerings. We ordered the baja shrimp tacos and shrimp fajitas. Both were generous portions with fresh seafood and tasty flavoring. The highlight really is the setting that is spacious, modern, and comfortable.

La Popular had so much hype that I had to try it out. The restaurant has a nice sexy and dark interior. The service here is really good. My food came out really fast and the waiters got anything I asked for promptly. Whether you sit at the bar or at a table, you will be served complementary fresh house made tortilla chips with 4 different types of salsa. The salsas all have different levels of spiciness. They all tasted really good, even for someone who doesn't have a high spiciness tolerance! I got the Creamy Prawn tacos. The taco was okay, I just wish it had more of a special flavor to it. I'd come back to maybe try something else (and for their yummy chips and salsa!)

This place reminded me of my trip to Mexico Cory earlier this year, the vibes, the ambiance, the music everything felt like we were back on vacation. The service was good and quick especially for happy hour. It was a little hard to find a reservation for this restaurant so reserve in advance! Also they start everyone off with a salsa tray and I really appreciated the variety and spice level options for everyone to enjoy. Drinks - Forbidden Paradise Mule (3/5): Sweet and fruity drink. Very tasty but nothing special and exciting. - Perlas (5/5): This was recommended to us by our server and was super tasty. It's similar to a spicy margarita and is their most popular drink. Happy Hour Menu - Northern Mexican Chipotle Bean Dip (4/5): This was honestly super tasty and a steal on the happy hour menu BUT it didn't feel innovative and could be ordered at your local texmex place. - Tacos x2 Carnitas (5/5): This was the star of the meal! The meat was moist and juicy and the flavors worked really well together. Regular Menu - Tacos x2 Pastor (3.5/5): Al Pastor are my boyfriend's favorite tacos. He said these were slightly dry compared to the carnitas tacos but overall still good. - Mexican Rice (3/5): Pretty Basic not much to say. - Mexican Refried Beans (3/5): Same as the rice. - Truffle Esquites (3/5): I love corn but this was pretty bland and needed more truffle flavor.

great service Me and my date went here, we were afraid there was going to be a wait because TikTok hyped it up & it's still fairly new. Yet we were seated right away! I loved the drinks they were strong but they were sweet. I ordered the birria tacos and they were pretty good, I would've just liked a bit more cheese inside them. We also got the salsa tray, and I didn't think any of them were spicy, but I don't like spicy anyways so I thought they were good. The service was quick and it was so funny the server brought out an ice cream with a candle on it and said happy anniversary! It was literally our 2nd date lol.

5 stars for the quality salsas and tacos. The tacos are the star attraction and they do not disappoint. We tried every variety and they were all top notch. Fresh corn and flour tortillas, well prepared meats with savory spices are the key and they hit all the marks. You can also get your taco with fried cheese baked into the tortillas. This went really well with ribeye taco. The accompanying salsas were excellent. Nice mix of hot and tasty. Of the appetizers, the queso fundido and the cheese tortilla were hits. Good variety of cocktails and beers. Service was spectacular.

This is a 5-star Mexican restaurant next to a 5-star hotel. We were able to check in early after traveling from Detroit this morning. We skipped airport food and were extremely hungry and ready for a margarita after a morning of travel. La Popular's ALL DAY TUESDAY HAPPY HOUR DID NOT DISAPPOINT! $8 LP Margaritas were not only delicious, but strong! Two gave us a nice little midday buzz. But the stars really were earned by the food and friendly service. We opted for guacamole and queso fundido to start. The guac came with homemade chips and the queso came with corn and flour tortillas to dip in the hot, gooey goodness. I believe they were $6 and $8 respectively during happy hour. Deal! The $9.50 taco special included FOUR corn tacos, rice and beans. My wife got the Al Pastor and I got the CRISPY carnitas. The Al pastor were good with pineapple and salsa, but the carnitas tacos were the winner with the crispy carnitas and salsa verde. The beans were smooth and delicious. The rice was rice. Abby took great care of us, and she was very nice and talkative. (Genuine). Steve came to check on us and recommended we try the birria and mole options next time. (Can't wait)

Such an amazing experience! Nice restaurant with a sultry feel (dimly lit, up Lighting with plant accents). Our waiter Cario was a gem...warm spirited, attentive and gave the BEST recommendations. My party ordered two margaritas (definitely try the Perlas...fruity and refreshing!) , Queso Fundido with ribeye tips. DELICIOUS...a MUST get! For dinner, we settled on Baja Tacos (Mahi Mahi) which were fresh and tasty but small [fish] portions, and the Creamy Prawn Tacos (nice sized shrimp tacos filled with rice and refried beans...very filling!). Only compliant is the Creamy Prawns already come with a side of rice and refried beans so kinda over-kill that it's also stuffed in the tacos. The Churros were fresh, hot and nicely seasoned. Not too sweet. The chocolate sauce is AMAZING. Caramel...not so much. Friend said Flan was really good. Definitely will visit again!!

What a cute spot! I loved the fun decor, the breezy drinks, and the addition to this BOOMING area for the Austin restaurant scene! DO get some margaritas and the enchiladas. I was shocked at how large some of the serving sizes were, definitely not in the vein of super small high end servings! The Ahi tuna tostada was great, but I thought some of the flavors would've been amped up even more with a little salt. Definitely would love to go back in 2024!

Looking for solid drinks & apps, good ambiance, and a good setting to schmooze it up? La Popular fits the bill. Upon entering you're surrounded by a nice aesthetic, most certainly reminds me of an establishment you'll find in Mexico City: modern, tasteful, pops of traditional Mexican elements. Service was slow, which was not giving Mexico City. And the front door was left open making the entire restaurant seasonably warm in an already record breaking hot summer's evening. Given this place is pretty new, I really hope they fix the kinks.

My girlfriends and I enjoyed everything we ordered. From cocktails to the food, it was superb. The atmosphere when we were there was lively inside and cool, yet charming on the patio. I highly recommend getting a rez, but we weren't able to snag one and walked in with 3 ppl about 5:30pm. We were told a 30-40 minute wait and were seated around 50 minutes, but we didn't mind. We were simply happy they could get us a table. The ribeye fajitas were delicious and easily split by two of us. My friend ordered the chicken Milanese tacos and enjoyed them. The best part - the queso fundido con chorizo - who doesn't love cheese??? Served with warm tortillas, corn and flour, it's fantastic. Service was friendly too. My only complaint is the tres leches was sold out, but it just gives me another reason to go back! The cocktails included the El Ranchero = light and refreshing. Like a ranch water. The passion fruit mule and the premium margarita also hit the spot.

La Popular is our Austin go-to! Consistently delicious food, amazing service, and a vibe that keeps us coming back. Happy hour deals are unbeatable, with great selection and portions. Our server Aurora was super friendly and attentive. One of our favorites in town!

A 5 star experience is hard to come by, but La Popular delivers! I went on a Tuesday around 5pm to catch happy hour for my birthday and we only waited about 10 minutes (no reservation). We got a cute seat on the beautiful patio. Our server Deanna was prompt and friendly, walking us through the menu and the happy hour offerings. We ordered exclusively from HH: margaritas, guacamole, cachetada, 2 carnitas tacos, 2 chicken tacos. The warm tortilla chips and salsa platter that came out was fantastic and complimented everything we ate after. I would go just for the chips!! I enjoyed every single bite I had. The cachetada was interesting, sort of a flat mozzarella stick, but I wouldn't order again I think. The margarita was tasty and not too sweet. Loved the sugar floating down the side of the cup. We ordered the tres leches for dessert and Deanna for me ice cream and a candle for my birthday! She even sang! It was awesome. The best part was the HH price tag: $60! Hard to beat for such great food, service, and atmosphere (the music was awesome). We went home very full and very happy.

My expectations for this new restaurant were high, and La Popular did not disappoint. First, it is way out on SW Parkway but well worth the drive. The interior of the restaurant is all black and dark grey. Even the flatware was black (and sometimes seemed to disappear into the tabletop, which was also black). With its loud music and modern decore, La Popular is unlike any Mexican restaurant I've been to. The service was great. We had a team of waiters who were very attentive and friendly. Rather than the usual chips and salsa, we were treated to fresh made chips and four salsas---all labeled with descriptions of each one (and a note that you can get them to go!) I ordered the LP Margarita and my dining companion decided on the Paloma. With its made-in-house grapefruit juice, the Paloma was the best of the two (but the margarita was excellent as well). Since it was our first visit, we ordered nachos to start. The nachos turned out to be the only thing that didn't blow us away. The hand-cut tortilla chips were smothered with (imho) too much chipotle queso and not enough refried beans. Not saying that we didn't put a good dent in the huge plate of nachos, because we did! We each ordered Baja tacos---one with whitefish, the other with shrimp. They were excellent, in fact, maybe the best fish/shrimp tacos I've ever had. The tempura fish/shrimp are dressed with chipotle aioli, pico de gallo, sour cream, and coleslaw. After this much food, we were not even interested in looking at the dessert menu, but I'm will absolutely return. Maybe next time, I'll leave room for dessert. Reservations suggested (required for evening/weekends).

A must visit for folks looking for a trendy place serving good Mexican food. We dined there for the first time last week and were very impressed with the food and the service. The nachos starter was wonderful - right balance of spices. But the stars of the show were the tacos - especially Quesabirria - it was hands down one of the best tacos we ever had. The Carnitas and Campechano were also wonderful. The flavor of the meat was outstanding and stood on its own - did not need a lot of condiments to add flavor. We will definitely be back.

Been wanting to try La Popular since it opened its door in Austin. Arrived a bit earlier than our reservation & there was seating at the bar so we just took that instead of waiting for our table. The place has a very cute greenery decor. It has a dim atmosphere yet very airy. The complimentary chips and salsa is amazing - the 4 salsas are truly great. We ordered the following: Drinks: Perla - amazing drink it's like mango/passion fruit margarita and was so well done. Forbidden Paradise Mule - presentation was 10/10. The drink itself was great until the crushed ice started melting and watered down the drink way too much. So if you get it, highly recommend you drink it fast Appetizer: Northern Mexican Chipotle bean dip - it was very tasteful just for me it was a tad bit too much cheese on the top but over all it was great. White fish Ceviche - truly fresh ceviche. I'm usually skeptical about ordering ceviche given that if done wrong it can go down the hill fast. But this was really flavorful, amazing balance of citrus and just overall flavor & it comes with side of small tostada Entree: Chicken Mole Enchilada - it was very flavorful just wish it came with side of rice or guac or something but the flavors was on point Ribeye Fajitas - it was lacking a bit of salt and flavor but overall it came out super hot and sizzling and we liked that it came with side of both corn and flour tortilla in a basket. Joe-el the bartender / our serve was great. Great service and great drinks. We will for sure go back to try their tacos and more menu items.

I stopped by for lunch and this spot didn't disappoint. Cozy ambiance with simple yet charming decor. The staff are super pleasant and helpful with menu recommendations. I went for the signature LP Margarita and order the carnitas tacos lunch special. The food and drinks were spot on. This little gem is destined to become a local hot spot. It's worth the trip if you're visiting or new in town - I do recommend!

First few times they struggled. So we did not come back for a while. Need some food quickly and they were close this time. Juan recommended a tortilla with cheese melted on it. Bam. It's not in the menu but it was fantastic. Super thrilled to have a spot with something so unique. Will be Bach

Popped in for lunch one afternoon as a couple. The ambience was good, and service was friendly. Their salsa flight was interesting. The only warm option that was vegetarian was the veggie taco special, which we ordered. Turns out that dish isn't really vegetarian, because the beans are cooked with some added animal protein. We found out because we asked. So we had just the rice along with the veggie taco special, no beans. We also shared a heirloom tomato and mushroom ceviche which was okay. We were really looking for a hot dish to share, whereas the ceviche was cold. I work close to here, so I quite wanted to like La Popular. Unfortunately they don't have a good selection of vegetarian dishes. Also, their menu is not clearly marked with vegetarian and vegan choices, leaving us to guess or ask. In ATX in the current decade, they need to do better on these fronts.

We went around 4:30pm, there was no wait. The hostess seated us very quickly. Our waitress was sweet and very attentive. She ensured our visit was pleasant. Food Chicken mole enchiladas- 4.5/10 - chicken was bland, no seasoning/flavor. The mole sauce was what made the dish. Al pastor enchiladas- 5/10 - green sauce was tangy, Al pastor had a decent flavor, tortillas were thick and pretty yummy. The cheese was on the plate in the sauce instead of on the enchiladas. Chips and salsa - 7/10 Queso fundido - 6/10 - tasty but very oily Manzana soda - 8/10 - taste like apples and not too sweet Pineapple mango agua Fresca - 5/10 - was decent but too much ice which made it watery quickly The atmosphere was very nice, modern and looked pretty clean however there seemed to be a fruit flies and fly problem. We were trying to whoosh the flies away too often while trying to eat our food. The floor in the restaurant was slippery. If you wear heels be very mindful. We may go back for alcoholic drinks in the future.