Mexican Village Restaurant

I'll definitely stop here for food whenever I visit Detroit. Phenomenal experience all around. I literally have nothing bad to say...even my wife, who has a very particular appetite, loved everything we ordered.

Came here because of the reviews…guess I just don’t understand the hype. Or maybe I just ordered the wrong thing. I expected maybe some sour cream, lettuce and tomato on top. Burrito is just meat and cheese. Meat did have good flavor, that’s about it. Rice tastes and has the texture like it was instant minute rice 😬

This place is so nice inside! Very comfy and welcoming. The staff are all kind and attentive. They have an awesome lunch menu with great prices. The food tasted pretty good! I had the beef enchiladas. Will definitely be back to try more off the menu! Thank you for the nice experience!

Very good and you can tell with how much parking they have. Inside is a little crowded, or more likely I’m just too big.

Food was great! The steak was so tasty and tender. Draft beer was also super delicious and fresh.

Been coming here since the 90's and still think it's the best Mexican food in the area. I have never had a horrible experience here.

One of the not-so-hideen gems in Detroit's Mexicantown is Mexican Village Restaurant - the city's oldest authentic Mexican eatery. From its cozy bar area to its aesthetically-pleasing dining areas, you can feel the family friendliness the moment you walk in the door. The chips and salsa/dip are top notch, with the milder version having a pleasant bite of what I believe is Mexican oregano, while the hot version features more flavor than unwanted heat. The El Tejano burrito was ridiculously delicious and satisfying right to the final bite. I opted for the chicken version, but there is also ground beef. The side servings of tomato, lettuce, guac, and sour cream were on point. The ground beef soft tacos were also hot and delicious. You can tell the kitchen takes pride in their work, and our server, Andrea, was fast, friendly, and very helpful. You're going to get hungry shopping down the street at Honey Bee Market, so I highly recommend a visit to Mexican Village for a top-notch, authentic dining experience.

Lovely place with a good options. Was so happy to instantly find vegetarian options. The lady server promptly suggested and also confirmed the ingredients which are friendly to us. The portion size was vey liberal. And the taste ? So good that you want to go again and again ! The crispy Tacos were truly crispy and excellent tostadas.

I used to think that all the restaurants in Mexican Town were basically the same. It's not true. Some places are about what you would expect to find anywhere. But, Mexican Village has a big edge in quality over those places. The first indication of the quality in store is when bowls of spectacularly crispy chips are set down, along with hot and mild salsa. Free refills are also allowed. You will want to buy a bag of these to take home with you. They are far better than anything you can get at the supermarket, and better than most Mexican restaurants. I ordered chicken quesadillas, which were not what you expect. Instead of massive amounts of cheese pressed between tortillas with a few flecks of chicken, this is fresh chicken with substantial amounts of fresh peppers and onion. No cheese. Did they mess up my order? No...a traditional quesadilla has a variety of different ingredient options. This was truly outstanding. Service was amazingly quick, prices are reasonable, and it's always a treat to have a meal in such a beautiful setting. Take a close look at the bricks along the wall as you walk in. Each of the hundreds of bricks has a pattern or a picture or a name carved into or painted on it. Just one of many things to love about Mexican Village.

HORRIBLE can't even begin to define how bad the food is here! My friend ordered a Mexican platter and it looked like everything came directly from a gas station! Actually, I feel like the gas station food may have tasted better. The drinks were pretty good and strong. The waitress was really nice. The QUESO was horrible! The enchiladas were horrible! They put sliced AMERICAN cheese on my enchilada, like the type that you would put on grilled cheese sandwich... I was baffled to see that come out on a plate. I feel like I would have been more satisfied going to Taco Bell. Fast forward to the next day, my stomach was literally turning the whole day! The ambiance is okay, nothing special. I would never go back here to eat... I would give this place a solid 1.5/5 and that's only because of the waitress and the drinks. It is 2024, do better!

The very BEST Nachos! Great service and food arrives quickly. I've been going there for decades.

Still a gem! There was a little down turn around the Covid eta, but things have been much better! Just very thankful they came through that time, it was so rough for restaurants. The great vibe and energy have returned. Service has been great and so very friendly and welcoming! The crowds are back and the place is a lot of fun! The food has been delicious! Large and tasty portions! They give lots of salsa and chips. Their salsa is house made and they have both spicy and mild. I highly recommend the large botona and the fajitas!! There is truly something for everyone! The margs are on point as well! Really very much enjoy this local restaurant and it is great to see it thriving!

My boyfriend took me here Saturday night for a nice night out ! I have never been here. It was a very nice establishment. I ordered two ground beef tacos and a strawberry margarita while he ordered a coke with the super nachos. Surprisingly the order came out very quickly considering how busy they were! It is good authentic Mexican food ! The tacos were huge ! I barely finished my second one. The margarita was spot on. The super nachos were RIDICULOUSLY huge. He had to take half of it home with him it was so much! You will never leave this place hungry! Plus they do bring fresh chips and salsa to the table as needed !

Ate here for the first time in several years and I thought to myself this place used to be better! Is that true or have I since then have tried other places that are better? Either way, I'd give them a 3.5 but I'm rounding up to a 4. There's nothing special about this restaurant TBH. The chips and salsa are average (too small of a bowl tho), my a la carte items were good but not drool worthy, my friend did really like his enchiladas and my other friend liked his botana. I do have to say their margaritas were pretty good tho! The service was decent too. This is not the place I'd die to come back to but it's good enough!

Great food! The fried ice cream was amazing. 2 close parking lots. The building has a lot of character. The staff was attentive and helpful. Will be back. PS: Great iced tea!

Lastnight was so nice. Good food, good vibes, friendly fast service. My steak was cooked perfectly. My party of 12 really enjoyed theirselves

When I think Mexicantown, I think Mexican Village! Great food, service and experience in Detroit! Complimentary chips and salsa, wonderful margaritas with different flavors and a menu full of Mexican delights!

No toppings on my food. There was no sour cream. The food is overall terrible. I do not recommend this restaurant.

I'm so addicted to this restaurant !!! The wait staff is always attentive and helpful plus the food is delicious. I've never had a bad meal and the prices of anything on the menu cannot be beat

First time in Mexican Village and this spot is booming!! I just got an open table and I'm right in the center of all the customers. We are packed in this eatery shoulder to shoulder and I love the vibe. The wait staff was over promptly and my drink was served. This frozen Strawberry Margarita was killin it with a dab of whipped cream! One drink was enough for me to be a little tipsy. It was perfect. YUMM The chips and salsa were fresh and plentiful! More, please!! I ordered the chicken cheese enchiladas. This delicious comfort food is rolled up and placed in a row smothered in mouth-watering melting fresh cheese. Oohhhhh....I can smell the enchiladas as the plate was placed in front of me and my eyes were tasting this perfect grub! Coming in hot and fresh on the metal dish. While that cools did I mention the rice?? OMG....by far the best rice for this dish I have ever had. I could have just eaten a big bowl of rice as a meal. Kudos to the manager and staff who run this eatery so effectively and effortlessly. Customers in and out, great food and staff!! See ya soon! Five stars right here! *****

Yummy drinks! We sat at the bar and the service was great. They are very friendly and fast here. I'd highly recommend them. Go for the margaritas and while you're there make sure to get a botana. We went on a Sunday and it was not too crowded. The other folks at the bar were funny and friendly. It's not too loud, so you can definitely meet up here and enjoy your companion. A good time was had by all!

I love Mexican Village restaurant. I've been going there for over 30 years and it is rarely disappointed. For the longest time I always ordered the Arizona and carbonation plate. I love the deep-fried tortilla shells on the taco but everything on the combination plate is fantastic. It's been a couple years since I've been there and I went today and it didn't disappoint. I change my diet a little bit and I'm trying to eat less carbs so I got the chicken Mole. It was spectacular. They've got some new menus, but a lot of the traditional favorites are still on there. They seem to of done a little bit of updating to the restaurant too so it felt a little bit cleaner and a tiny bit more updated. The service has always been good when I bought it so I have no complaints with that either . This continues to be one of my favorite Mexican restaurants, and I certainly recommend it. The prices are also fair.

Mexican village delivered. It's been a while since I've had Mexican and I was craving a burrito and enchilada, I had a combo plate that included a burrito, enchilada, taco, and chimichanga, all were extremely delicious and feeling. The server was very kind an accommodated my friend's requested adjustments. I will return for sure.

This is an old staple that has a cult following and some die hard fans. I can see why. The service is quick and prompt and their menu really does have plenty of options so there is something for everyone when it comes to Tex-Mex. I couldn't pick from the many offerings but ended up getting The Arizonian that is a combo of all things tasty (see picture!). I was so excited I forgot to take a pic before I dove right in. It hit the spot and I was able to was it all down with a Tecate. I have a couple of other places I like but definitely wouldn't mind paying Mexican Village another visit to do that Arizonian all over again!

The food is decent but the customer service is terrible if the hostess had good energy it would make the food taste much better I wouldn't eat here again I'm all about energy

I have been coming to this restaurant for years and I've never had a problem. Most of the time I do carry out, but I have dined in many times. Safe area. A lot of parking on both sides of the street. A lot of different food selections too.

Always excellent food, excellent service from Mariella, hot fresh chips and salsa (watch out for the HOT if you request it!), as soon as you sit down, and food comes FAST and hot! Our only complaint is that they don't have de la charra/charro (whole beans instead of retried).

The chips and salsa were pretty good. I liked the margarita but I asked if they can salt the rim with tajin and the server told me they don't have tajin which was surprising because it's a Mexican restaurant in southwest Detroit... I got the village trio which was the enchilada, taco, and burrito with beans and rice and it was mid so the food was disappointing. I do like the drinks here though. The place looks cool with nice paintings and Mexican style architecture.

A Detroit staple. The food is very reasonable and best tasting Mexican food in Michigan, service is really good, super clean. I haven't Eaton here in at least 10 years it's just as good as I remember. Left so full. Highly recommend coming here it's a must.

Really good food and margaritas! The Tequila sunrise is also super good. perfect place to go after work!

I love this restaurant, it is huge, delicious Chicken burrazo, so many kid friendly options too. The staff are attentive even when busy. We went during a Wayne State graduation and we sat immediately, even with a screaming baby they were pleasant, and warm. My husband got the steak burrazo, and we always get the nachos because they are so unique and delicious. You can also ask for the spicy salsa.

ordered a Torta. . Expecting a Torta. Instead, I got a toasted sesame seed bun with breaded chicken on it. A slice of melted cheese. Salad mix as lettuce ( yes, there were carrots and cabbage in it!) Two slices of roma tomatoes. I had to ask for the avocados and jalapeno slices that it was supposed to come with. I asked the waitress if they ran out of Torta bread, she said no, they don't have tortas. I said, but that's what I ordered and that's what is on your menu. I said, this is a chicken sandwich, not a Torta. She said, yea I know. . . .IF YOU KNOW THAT YOU ARE NOT MAKING AUTHENTIC MEXICAN, THEN DON'T CALL IT THAT. . RIDICULOUS.

Zero stars they don't listen first I called in my order get there a guy in front of me named George. She gives him my order then has to run outside to catch him to get my food back. That was ridiculous. I ordered all ground beef, tacos, and a burrito, well I stated no tomatoes and no chunky beef. That's why I asked for ground beef -call to speak to some incompetent wannabe so-called manager, Laura but claims she can't do nothing for the meal tonight because she doesn't have a lot of authority and expects me to call back tomorrow to speak to a daytime manager-!! Mind you I ordered the food for dinner tonight !!! But because of incompetence of individuals I have to go through CALLING tomorrow and take the Food all the way back downtown !! Individuals not from the United States can barely understand what they're saying !!!!! Laura didn't even have the courtesy to apologize she started getting back argumentative another reason why if you're not from the United States you shouldn't be here - trying to support their business and their customer service is horrible so I will never be back here ever again!!!

The service was poor, the food was not what I asked for. And they weren't going to change it or take it off my bill. And they give small portions. And it came to the table cold. And the waiter didn't have the best attitude And the manager's attitude was not good either

When we were in Detroit we ate at Mexican Village. We love trying new Mexican establishments and comparing them to others we have had. This one had some really good chips and salsa and my burrito was large and in charge with the meats and cheese. My wife and I enjoyed our time here and I do recommend.

As far as Mexican restaurants go, it's nothing special. I got the flautas. The sour cream and guacamole were basically tasteless. Complementary chips were not warm. My sister loves this place, and she's the only reason I return. In my opinion, there are too many other good Mexican restaurants.

One of my go to spots for Mexican food. The food is consistently delicious. My favorite platter is The Arizonian which is a combo plate. Always good service as well. Margaritas are tasty as well.

I guess if I'm dinning with a friend or another couple fine. But at 4 PM on a Friday I'm told they will NOT take a reservation for about 20; how stupid is that? Everyone must be there in order to be seated . On Friday before the dinner rush. That seriously is unwelcoming to guest who have been going here for generations.

Food was top quality, not greasy like most Mexican spots Guacamole tasted like it was made 5 seconds before arriving at our table. Very fresh Fajitas were sizzling, steak was high quality along with fresh cut green pepper and onions. Service was friendly and attentive. The most memorable part was the cleanliness of the restaurant. It was absolutely spotless. Excited to come back, it's our new favorite in Detroit

My awesome family let me choose what I would like to have for dinner on my birthday & Mexican Village was an immediate response. Its been a while since we had been there & it was our girls' first visit! We arrived at the perfect time, we didn't wait long at all to be seated~ they were actually starting to get busy (there were a bunch of us lol). When our orders were taken, I noticed they were really starting to get alot busier! Our waitress was fantastic & everything was spot on & delicious! Even the girls loved their dinners! I also had an add on to our bill to take with us that I forgot to tell her about. She took care of everything & never missed a beat. By the time we were leaving they were packed! Everyone had a great dinner & we're not going to wait so long for the next visit! Love, love, love Mexican Village!

This restaurant is a true classic, worthy of celebration. There seems to be a prevailing opinion that the restaurant is out of date. I want to make a case for why we should see that as as positive. Mexican Village is THE original Detroit Mexican restaurant. Heck, it even predates the designation of the neighborhood as "Mexicantown." The restaurant's decor symbolizes a snapshot in time in which one of Detroit's most consistently vibrant communities came to fruition. Next time you visit and are appreciating the mouthwatering enchiladas, savory chips and salsa, and refreshing margaritas at more than reasonable prices, look around you. Who do you see? A microcosm of Detroit and Southeastern Michigan more generally. Across the street at Peso (think of what that name symbolizes), or whatever latest incarnation of that space the Jacques attempt to shove down our throats, you will NOT see this racial and economic diversity. As the Modern day colonizers attempt to gentrify our city, we must appreciate these classic establishments. I have celebrated birthdays, graduations, homecomings, Cinco de Mayos, and bon voyages at Mexican Village. But regardless, *any* visit to this restaurant is a celebration of Detroit's rich Mexican heritage and the sprit of Detroit more generally.

This has been a family favorite for years & years (so I consider myself an expert -get the burazzo with chunky beef!), but today I placed a catering order for the first time. A tray of 25 tacos is $30, even cheaper and a million times better than that taco chain who shall not be named. Darlene took my order and was SO helpful. I was impressed and delighted by the customer service. MV, give Darlene a raise :) She made sure I wasn't forgetting anything for my party, like sour cream, and answered all of my questions/explained what the options were in full without trying to rush me.

Signs for wearing a mask. Hand sanitizer available at entrance. Chips & salsa given to table. Physical (cleanable) menu given. Nice staff.

I was a worker there for a while now and if only you could see what happens behind the scenes. They have a bad case of roaches. The owner Connie is the worst. She's extremely rude to her workers and she's super cheap. Most of the food is canned and They like to reuse the chips and salsa. The whole family that works there is just rude. worst place to eat and work at

Love the Super Nachos !!! Service is fast and efficient! Favorite Mexican restaurant.

I went here this afternoon, I ordered a chicken chimichanga, which was very greasy & a steak meal, which was mostly fat rather then actually steak. And then I ordered tamales which I didn't even get to eat cause they had a awful smell to them. I told my waitress about it and she said there's nothing she can do that I had to pay for them regardless if the food had an nasty smell. Other then that the waitress was nice, just the food was terrible. Not going there again

I had a hankering for some Mexican Food and Mexican Village and I go back a long way (1985). The menu hasn't really changed nor has the quality and taste of the food. The lunch special is only $7. My favorite is their enchiladas, and chimichangas. Also I like that the rice is nice and firm, not mushy. This is one of my go to Mexican restaurants and I have many. Check them out.

I have visted this Resturant for over 30 years, todays visit was the absolute worst! The Resturant was nearly empty and I understand why! The Food looked good however looks can be deceiving! The Small Botania was plan old disgusting! The beans tasted old and the beef tasted like it was left over from last year! The Margarita was foamy and tasted like drink mix. The drink was smaller and cost more as well as the food prices have increased and the chips and dip were a smaller portion also. Also, if you need more salsa they are charging additional price! The only good thing at Mexican Village today was our Waitress, she was very pleasant and professional. The other person working in our are needs training. She came and snatched plates off our table with out saying excuse me and are you done with this item all while reach across us while we're eating!

The food was nasty so bad I didn't take pictures. The drinks were good. Chips and salsa nice. Definitely not a place I would suggest for a good tasting Mexican meal.

Wow incredible experience that really I'm very disappointed with this restaurant . My friends and I ordered our food and drinks ,the drinks were perfect but the food NEVER came out literally speaking !! I party walked in of about 12 people after us ,and they got their food 30 min. Later we left .....so disappointed at the kitchen service . They need to upgrade on their kitchen help but it's Goin to push business away , not good . ... the bad part about it is I took my close right after the airport to this place and they let me down . I really won't return again. "It takes one person to tell 10 " .

I have been going here since I was a teenager and, both good and bad, nothing has changed. It has been several years since I have eaten here, and I will say the portions are smaller. I ordered my usual, the big enchilada, which they probably should rename the enchilada because it was not that big once you looked past the sauce and cheese that was puddled around it, making it seem much bigger. Also had two classic patron margaritas and they were delicious. They still offer free chips and salsa

Located down in Mexican town; parking is in a lot or on the street. The place doesn't look like much, but food was excellent. I went with the sampler and thoroughly enjoyed it. The wife who is super picky, liked the fajitas which says a lot. They didn't have a large tequilla selection which was disappointing, but oh well.

The BEST Mexican food around. Been going here for 30 years and won't go anywhere else. Always consistent and always tastes great!

I've literally eaten Mexican food all over the United States!! And different parts of the country have different ideas of what Mexican food is! My best guess is most Mexican food is whatever is popular wherever your at any particular time!! And most has little to do with authentic Mexican cuisine so I'm rating on taste, price,atmosphere and overall dining experience! The food was very good- excellent! The service was extremely attentive! Price point was better than expected!! Atmosphere was about what you would expect from a family friendly restaurant! Overall and compared to similar places in the area I give Mexican Village 5 stars!!!

This place has been a household name for DECADES!! Their food is phenomenal. I eat a dairy free diet, and eating here made it easy to accommodate that. I got the chicken and steak fajita, that came with rice and refried beans. It was so amazing and did not leave me feeling heavy after. You could tell that the food was fresh and made with love. The staff was really kind too.

Just another run down Detroit Mexican restaurant with average food, service and drinks.

Service ruined this experience for me the bad quality food was just extra lol My food took 30mins to get here and I had to ask for another drink . Refill on Diet Coke really???!! When I asked for a refill she asked if it was just water. Yeah that and how about asking everyone else. They treat locals that have been in this community for years like shit. I WILL NEVER COME BACK!!!!!!!

I love this restaurant so much my family and I are regulars at the Shelby location. We've been going there since I was a kid. However, I went to the Detroit location today and unfortunately I had a bad experience with my meal. I ordered the Steak ala tampiquena and it is tougher than a shoe lace and absolutely no seasoning at all! And it tastes frozen it seems like the cook just took it out of the freezer and straight up slapped it onto the grill like that not bothering to season it at all. As Chef Ramsey would say "what a donkey!" The only good thing about the dish was the enchilada and the rice and beans. I don't know if it's a location thing because I've never had bad experience with food on the Shelby location. Anyway it kinda ruined my Sunday, was really looking forward to enjoying it. 1 star, I didn't like it! Will definitely go back to Shelby location I don't know if I'll be back to Detroit, I might but I definitely won't get the steak anymore. I'll probably play it safe and go with the chicken enchiladas next time.