Rosa

We’ve been a few times, but this was our first return trip since the menu update and the experience was mostly positive with a few spots for improvement. Pros: They made the whole kitchen dedicated Gluten Free which is amazing! Their house salsa is some of the best in ATL. The waffle fries with hanger steak is amazing and we’d go back just for that. Margs and quesadilla were good too (a treat for my celiac wife that usually can’t have big quesadillas). Cons: Acoustic struggles indoors. It’s super loud and the waiter couldn’t hear us trying to order, you have to raise your voice to hear one another, and you can’t understand the music. Acoustic advice: they need about 3x as many acoustic panels (rockwool or owens corning 703) on the ceiling and walls to actually make a difference. Maybe attach skinny panels to the tops of the booths too. The atmosphere improves significantly (and earns a 3rd star)on the patio without all the walls and hard surfaces. The wait at the host stand was also a bit longer than expected, and they seemed a little short-staffed (Probably because it was the week of a holiday) Saying all of this because I think they’re a few adjustments away from being one of our favorite neighborhood Mexican spots!

Tried Rosa recently after hearing mixed reviews, and I have to say it was better than expected. The overall vibe of the place was fine, nothing over-the-top, but the food definitely made up for it. I had the asada and al pastor tacos, both of which were excellent. They came on homemade corn tortillas that really took them up a notch—fresh, soft, and full of flavor. The rice and beans on the side were solid too, rounding things out nicely. The queso was absolutely great—creamy, rich, and addictive. We also had the frozen margaritas with Tajín, which were quite tasty and a fun twist on the classic and you have to have the Churros!!! If you’re looking for a casual spot with seriously good tacos and drinks, Rosa’s worth a visit. It might not blow you away on ambiance, but the food speaks for itself.

Atmosphere was really nice and the food was excellent! I met the chef briefly on the way out - I believe he is new and the menu has been reworked. This was my first time here but what I can say is that I think this restaurant deserves better reviews than it has and is on a really good path right now. The burritos have a really nice layer of grilled cheese on the crust. Look forward to returning!

Rosa was incredible. The atmosphere is beautiful, the service was spot on, and the new menu is outstanding. Every dish felt fresh, creative, and perfectly balanced. You can tell the team put a lot of thought into elevating the flavors while keeping everything approachable and delicious. The new menu just took it to another level. Highly recommend!

We’ve been coming here regularly for months and have always enjoyed it, but on our most recent visit we learned there’s a new chef and the food was absolutely outstanding. The flavors are bold, thoughtful, and beautifully balanced. You can truly taste the creativity behind the menu. It’s exciting to see a neighborhood favorite reach a whole new level. Highly recommend, especially if you haven’t been in recently!

4/10 Pros - good frozen marg in a cute glass, excellent burrito Cons - chips / salsa / queso were sub par, expected more from Mexican in ATL Points for free chips and salsa but the first batch of chips we got tasted stale. Highlight of the meal was the carne asada burrito! Overall, wish I could say I loved this place more, but it really didn’t do it for me. Would give this place another try in the summer on the patio!

100% gluten free kitchen and restaurant. I love the Mexican food genre, and Rosa has the best in Atlanta. Setting themselves apart from the others by delivering for that is as good, and many times even better tasting, while also being 100% gluten free. Great atmosphere, outstanding service. Must try this place.

Had a lovely time visiting Rosa for the first time! Chips and salsa were on the table as soon as we sat down and ordered the typical queso as well. The best part of the meal by far was the Rose Rice Bowl. Steak was cooked well and had great flavor, veggies were delicious, the only thing I would change would be to add a sauce on top. Nonetheless, would 100% go again!

How did we not know about this stellar place HIDDEN behind the Virginia Highland Post Office with no street-front sign??!! We will be back as much as possible, we all LOVED our variety of dishes in a relaxed ambiance with stellar service. We had the choice of three different unique and amazing salsas and we could not decide which one we liked the best! Everything had a freshness and flavor that went above and beyond.

Vibes are low. Prices are high. Food is bad. The only saving grace here is the service - they were highly attentive and super nice. I really wanted to like this place. But - the prices are almost double what you'd pay at a traditional Mexican restaurant - and frankly - everything was gross. Even the salsa was gross. It feels like a sad dive bar inside (I love dive bars, just not sad dive bars). The enchiladas were drowned in some vinegar based soup-y stuff. The queso was just weird - like the stuff you might buy from Kroger in a moment of desperation and impulse. Anyway, we won't be back unfortunately. Go to like...any other Mexican joint and save a bunch of money and have a much better time (and culinary experience).

Rosa was a cute and nice neighborhood taco spot in Virginia Highlands. I particularly liked the complimentary salsa trio and chips. All 3 salsas were yummy and it was a nice touch to start the meal. The service was noticeably friendly and attentive! Other bonus is that the restaurant has ample free parking, which can be hard to find in this area of town.

Yummy. Terrific family friendly place. Their chips and salsa rule!! Best in town. Oh and cheese sauce and quacamole too. Had mole chicken thing which was perfection. And shrimp tacos, carne tacos, etc. All good. Insanely nice service especially dealing with kids. My 5yr old loves the grilled shrimp on kids menu. And wife loves rice bowl with meat. We'll be back again and again.

We came to Rosa on Memorial Day for a late lunch because of a lot of places were closed and I am so glad we came here but unfortunately one guy was waiting on the whole restaurant so it did end up being quite a long lunch.. but nevertheless we felt bad for him and honestly it was fine and ended up being totally worth it! Our waiter was super generous and kept the chips coming and the queso was great! The guac was a little too chunky for my liking but I still enjoyed it. We also got a marg pitcher to share and they did not skimp on the tequila For my main, I opted for the carne asada quesadilla and it was great! A great portion size and I thought it was a good price as well. The meat was well seasoned and tender and I really enjoyed it. Overall I really liked this place and enjoyed sitting on the patio. Would love to come back!

Been wanting to try this place even with the mixed reviews. We chose to sit inside since it was so hot outside. First I have to say I love that you get 3 salsas to start with. I really enjoyed two out of three of them. The chips were thicker than most places but really good. I ordered the Taco and Enchilada combo. Unfortunately I forgot to take a picture of it. The Carne Asada taco was very tender and good but the chicken enchilada sauce reminded me of Spaghettio's sauce. The beans were ok and the rice was mushy. I'll come back for just drinks and salsa though.

Really pleased with Rosa!! Restaurant was kept clean. Chips salted perfectly throughout- fresh and not greasy. 3 types of salsa and had a hard time picking a favorite. Queso was light and tasty. Phone didn't eat first for my chicken quesadilla but it was great! Rice has a nice smoky flavor. Next time we go I'll get the fajitas because they kept smelling so good!!! Staff is quick and helpful. Very glad to have a typical Mexican restaurant around!!! We will be back!

Great patio. They start you off with a generous bowl of fresh chips and three different tasty salsas. I had a grilled chicken burrito that came with a generous portion of beans and rice. It was delicious. Our server was attentive yet never rushed. She was great.

We went to celebrate with family and were excited to try out Rosa. The restaurant was fairly busy and the patio was full. We ate inside, which was well decorated but a bit loud due to hard surfaces. They could probably use some rugs or wall hangings to reduce sound reflection. Service was a little bit slow due to the push but our waiter was communicative and apologized for delays in gettin our drinks and food. Everyone in our party liked their food and we especially enjoyed the totopos. Really good addition to the neighborhood. Would absolutely recommend and go back.

As a Texan transplant living in VA Highlands, I have been patiently waiting for a real deal Tex-Mex spot for years. Rosa answered my prayers. Margaritas on tap, sizzling fajitas, and frijoles charros (finally!), it's all I could have ever asked for. Make sure to ask for extra salsa aguacate- a rarity around these parts- they do a great version that will get the job done. Plus some of the friendliest bartenders in town. A great Tex-Mex haven, and a new ATL must.

Great food and service! Welcome addition to the neighborhood. After hearing some mixed reviews, we are glad we tried it ourselves. Went a couple times. Enjoyed the enchiladas and burritos. The margaritas are absolutely perfect! Enjoyed trying all the salsa varieties too. Agree the one improvement could be some thinner/different tortilla chips, otherwise we've had really good experience each time.

Rosa was amazing! I had the beef & chicken tamales and they were amazing. The service was quick and attentive & the ambiance is great!

I wanted to love it, but the food didn't quite hit the mark for me. The patio looked nice but the inside was pretty loud. The variety of sauces was a nice touch! We had great service from a manager I believe.

Food was fantastic!! Clearly are using g fresh ingredients. Wait staff is kind and helpful. It's a perfect Mexican restaurant for the neighborhood. Oh, and they did an amazing job on the decor and patio.

I so desperately want to like this place because it's within walking distance of my house. But the food is just bad. I've been three times and tried multiple menu items, and it's the most flavorless Mexican food I've ever eaten. The food just needs seasoning. But as it is now, the chicken is like Perdue ready to eat chicken out of bag that's had no seasoning added to it. It's all so painfully bland. The salsa has no flavor. The fajita toppings are tired looking and the pico does not taste fresh. I've tried, and I'm done. Dining room is extremely loud. On the plus sides, service is fine and the patio is nice.

Amazing place nestled in the Va Highland neighborhood. Incredible service with delicious food - carne asada tacos, variety of homemade salsas and stellar margaritas on tap! Definitely a new favorite for in town Tex Mex. The patio is welcoming or a cozy spot in the dining room is all you need for the full experience.

Rosa has the best margaritas in town! The food has been fantastic and we love the salsa options. Everyone who works there is so friendly and attentive. We love this new addition to Virginia Highland!

Had a great dinner at Rosa's. Outdoor patio was beautiful and has plenty of seating. Cheese dip and Margaritas were excellent. The tacos were great as well.

Every time I've been here I've had SUCH a nice experience. The staff is so passionate about seeing success within the restaurant and interested in hearing feedback. The food has always been hot and good. I am a big fan of frozen margs and love them from here. The outdoor patio is perfect!

I was really looking forward to this place and I went back a few times before I left this review because it's so close to home, but it's just not good and extremely expensive for what it is. Even the interior is just bland like their salsa and queso and $18 margaritas. Unfortunately I will not be back. The people are very kind and I feel bad but it needs a major overhaul food wise, beverage wise, and price wise. "The original el taco" is GREATLY MISSED in this neighborhood.

I wanted to like Rosa, I live very close and was really hoping for a great Mexican restaurant. I have been 4 times and tried various menu items. The service has improved since opening, but the food is so bland. There is no seasoning. I will not be returning until there are new recipes. Also, they charge excessive amounts for add-ons without informing the customer. The inside is also too loud, great patio though.