Ma'Luz Mexican Grill (Mi Pueblo)

Ahmad made my first experience at this restaurant, very memorable. He suggested the best drinks and they were fantastic. I recommend any margarita but the Cadillacs is my favorite. We ate the Super enchilada (5 different version), delicious! Thank you for a wonderful meal, we will return many times.

The restaurant is right next to the IKEA and is a short two minute driveway. We stopped by for lunch. We had the shrimp fajita and grilled octopus tacos. Both were delicious and the price was very reasonable. Our waiter, Lullil (?), was very friendly and helpful. Overall a great experience.

I got the California burrito, and it was pretty good! It had a little too much rice for my taste, but overall, it was great at the end of the day. The server was very attentive and helped us whenever we needed anything. The atmosphere, however, wasn’t the best. We were seated on the right side of the restaurant, and it was really dark and cold with no natural lighting. The other sides of the restaurant looked much brighter and more inviting. Overall, the experience was great but I’ll just choose a different spot to sit next time!

We happened on this place after a short visit to IKEA. The atmosphere is open and welcoming. Alejandro is an excellent server and was extremely polite and friendly. The food has fresh flavor and the salsa is the tastiest I've experienced. Come with an empty tummy!!!

We had a delicious brunch there today. I had an egg, cheese and bacon sandwich that was wonderful and my husband ate fajitas and enjoyed the crackle of them arriving at our table!! The restaurant itself is clean, and has a Mexican motive. The staff are well dressed , and very accommodating. Wish they had a location in Raleigh ,Cary area !!

Luis did a fantastic job serving our large group. Organized from start to finish. Food was delicious and plentiful. Everyone enjoyed drink options. Cheese dip was creamy n thick how it should be! We had no complaints.

enjoyed our food immensely ! we do not live close by but would definitely be a regular here if we did ! 10/10 try the bowls they have listed. the texano bowl was amazing !

I recently dined here and unfortunately had a disappointing experience, mainly due to poor customer service. Our waiter, Fabian, was not very attentive, which led to long wait times throughout the meal. When the food finally arrived, it was underwhelming—lacking seasoning and served with only a very small amount of queso. While I can usually overlook food that isn’t great, the service issues made the experience uncomfortable. When it came time to tip, Fabian stood directly over me and watched very closely as I selected the tip amount, which felt inappropriate and pressuring. To make matters worse, we later saw him whispering to a manager—a short man wearing an all-black suit—about the tip we left, without any apparent consideration of the level of service that had been provided. I agree with the other compliments about Lua, we saw her providing service and she did great ! Just sucked that we didn’t get that same level of customer service or attention. Overall, the combination of inattentive service, mediocre food, and an uncomfortable tipping situation left a bad impression. Good customer service goes a long way, and unfortunately, that was seriously lacking during our visit.

Very good establishment that gets the job done each time we've visit. Very spacious inside. Prices are good, food is tasty with a good variety and staff is organized. Alot of people frequent this restaurant. I have no issue and would recommend.

This location has consistently gone downhill since it opened.... And last night we decided it would be our last time giving it "another chance". The large queso portion was almost half the size it usually is and super milky/runny, when we asked as it arrived they told us "they got new bowls".... Steak chimichanga was absolutely FILLED with oil from the fryer. So much oil it wasn't even edible.... The rice in the ACP was old and there were pieces of hard, dried rice, scattered throughout...and in general the whole plate was super dry and gross. The chips were also not fresh.

Had dinner at Mi Pueblo for the first time this past Saturday night with a friend, and it was amazing, from the food to the service. I ordered their chicken fajita quesadilla with rice and beans, and it was all incredible! The food was very delicious and flavorful, and the portions are HUMONGOUS, so we definitely had leftovers afterward. My friend and I split a queso dip, and it was delicious-no surprise there. I also ordered their horchata, which was pretty good! I think I found a new spot whenever I'm craving Mexican . It's also a great place to get dinner with friends and family.

My colleague and I were looking for something different for our Friday lunch, and he suggested Mi Pueblo. I wasn't looking for anything heavy, as the sauces can sometimes be, and so I wasn't optimistic when I opened the lunch menu. Boy was I surprised! I chose the shrimp fajitas with corn tortillas, and they were great, The guacamole tasted great, the vegetables were fresh and crispy, and the shrimp was al dente with a slight spice to it. My colleague also order the salsa verde, which had a nice kick to it with the chips and sprinkled over the rice. Last but not least the prices was very reasonable. This place was great, and I would recommend it!

Food was very good. My friend and I both got the ACP lunch special. I really enjoyed the queso covered rice and felt like it was a good portion size. There was a little heat to the food (spice) but it wasn't too bad. I appreciate them doing the lunch menu until 4pm. Service was just ok. Our waitress took awhile to greet us and then never came back after the food arrived to the table. We had to ask someone else for the check and then ended up paying at the host stand because she wasn't around to take payment. Overall a good experience and I wouldn't mind eating here again.

I believe this was my first time at Mi Pueblo or I just haven't been in a while but my experience was great ! From the food, service and the ambiance. I ordered the loco veggie bowl and it was a great big portion, so you'll definitely get your moneys worth !! I also ordered a virgin daiquiri, and it too was huge, but amazing. I will definitely be back to this location in the future, no doubt in my mind!

This restaurant is our favorite Mexican restaurant in Charlotte area and we always enjoy the authentic and diverse dishes offered here. The ambiance is also very pleasant and the service always prompt and friendly. Noe was our waiter on Saturday evening for dinner and he was very accommodating and helpful in making everything great for us. He was also very knowledgeable about the restaurant history, food selections and answered all our questions. Food was as always very good and the cocktails were amazing! Highly recommend this restaurant for a unique and pretty authentic Mexican dinner experience in Charlotte!

Heads up, I didn't get to eat so keep that in mind when reading this review. I visited on a Saturday at 2:30 and within less than 10 mins I'd placed my order. I ended up leaving an hour later as my food had not come out. When I asked, they didn't even know what I'd ordered. I ordered fish tacos for context - I was pretty disappointed because I don't believe that should've taken an hour. I had high hopes when I entered because there was a DJ playing some great tunes. The DJ was doing his THING. We did get our margaritas which were very tasty. However - hunger won and I left to find something else as our servers were not helpful when we expressed our hunger and concerns.

Mi Pueblo is always a vibe. The ambiance is fresh, clean and beautifully decorated. Lots lot seating. Great for large parties or intimate party of 2. Great choice for birthday dinner. This place is ran like a restaurant should be ran. The servers are well trained. As soon as you're seated, servers bring warm chips and salsa. If your server is busy with another party you are always acknowledged that they will be right with you. I've been here a hundred times and they are always consistent. Lots of menu items, great drinks and just about everything is good.

I have been wanting to try their brunch for the longest time and they did not disappoint. I got the margarita flight which was only $12 ! And I also ordered the steak skillet and dulce de leche pancakes. Boy oh boy was it delicious. The skillet came out sizzling and it was packed with flavor . The pancakes were just the right amount of fluff and sweetness and not overwhelming thick. The margarita flight was done just right . Our server Cathy was wonderful and attentive . I would definitely give their brunch a 10/10 . The time for their brunch is Saturday and Sunday only 10am-2pm . The brunch was extremely reasonable! Around $50

Always fast service. Friendly servers. Really good food. Lots of drinks and drink specials. Chicken is never dry!

You can always go here for a solid meal. It's one of my go tos for lunch. Staff is always friendly. Great for large gatherings.

This place gets the unusual five stars from me, and I am not grading on a curve here. This place was recommended by a friend from Texas, so I know he knows Mexican food. His recommendation was spot on! The food was phenomenal, the service was excellent and the ambiance is too. We started with the Ceviche. I was skeptical, but decided to try it. Definitely fresh and teaming with flavor. My wife and I decided to order two dishes and split them both. We went with the chicken flautas and Carne asada. The flautas are amazing. The chicken is probably the best I've had in years. The other flavors were a perfect match. The carne asada is great. It's tender, appropriately seasoned and grilled not fried. The greenery is actually green and the tomatoes juicy. The rice and beans are excellent and flavorful. I had the corn tortillas and they are the best I've had in Carolinas by far. My wife had the Habanero Pomegranate margarita and it was amazing! The perfect blend of sweet and spicy. I wish I could tell you how the dessert is but I didn't have room. We both agreed that although almost two hours away, this is a place that we would drive up for!

The brunch here is pretty good. They do have a mimosa special which is nice $5. I ordered an inlet and it was huge! But good and my server was sweet. I recommend this brunch if you want a twist to your brunch with the Mexican cuisine.

They have brunch! The menu has a variety of options and mimosas. I got the La Paloma without grenadine and it was great. The staff were friendly and service was fast. My food was tasty and portions are fair. I didn't like that chips and salsa are already on the table when we were seated. They should bring that only after you're seated.

This place is cute and has a ton of seating. You can order at the bar, dine in or place a takeout order. We decided to place a takeout order and order a drink while we waited. They have $6 house special cocktails and margaritas! The staff was super helpful even though they were confused with the Yelp check-in offer of receiving a free queso dip and chip. Luckily they were able to provide it. I ordered a plate (forget the name) which had chicken and steak with rice & beans & flour tortillas. It was good. I'll be back for taco Tuesday.

While passing through Charlotte on a road trip, we stopped here for a late lunch based on recent reviews--and we're glad we did! Jason, who had been mentioned in other reviews, absolutely lived up to the praise. Friendly, professional, and genuinely helpful, he made our visit a pleasure. We started with drinks: a Dos Equis for him and a smoky Paloma for me. We also shared the small guacamole, which was just right--any more and we might not have had room for entrées! He had the beef enchiladas with rice and beans, and I went with the tacos de pulpo. Everything was flavorful and fresh. Jason even brought us a spicier sauce on request, which really elevated the meal. No complaints at all--just great food and even better service. We packed up the leftovers in the cooler for dinner at our next hotel stop. If you're in the area, definitely swing by and ask for Jason

Saturday brunch was it was so much food. My friend and I split the breakfast skillet and the Dulce de leche pancakes. I LOVED the skillet with spicy salsa. The mimosas were also great, especially for the price. Our server was attentive. The environment picked up after 12 and it was lively.

This is my second time eating here while visiting back home. After a day of being out and about our second time here resulted in no pics being taken. But the food was great, we each tried a rice bowl! My mom ate all of hers and waddled to the car lol. Our waiter was great and the food came out on time!

Gotta say we were both disappointed with our lunch yesterday. From the absence of smiles and hellos (except one cheerful waiter) to the lack of flavor and creativity, we wondered if this was a big chain restaurant that had lost its way. Nope. Family-owned with a handful of NC locations. Hmmmm. The facility is gargantuan and nicely decorated with a consistent theme. The menu offered a lot of variety. But the flavor was left off our plates. Lori ordered the Lunch Fajitas which normally come out sizzling hot. Warm food, dull flavors, and mushy peppers and onions. Rice and beans? Dead on arrival. The guacamole was good, though. My Two Burrito lunch was equally tasteless. The sauce was thin, runny, and void of any spice. WTH is going on? I hate to say it but this is a hard pass for me. Could not even get my "Give 'em a Whirl" meter to turn on. No whirls, twirls, or swirls.

The food is always served hot and full of flavor--consistently delicious! I always get the ACP Supreme, and it never disappoints. The chicken is perfectly seasoned, the rice is fluffy, and the cheese sauce ties everything together beautifully. The portions are generous, and you definitely get your money's worth. The staff is always friendly and quick, whether you're dining in or picking up takeout. I've tried other places, but I keep coming back here because the quality and taste are unmatched. Highly recommend this spot to anyone craving great Mexican food!

We ordered the cheese dip, beef taco salad (aka Taco Loco) and ACC shrimp w/ peppers & onions added. The taco salad was a good size and very fresh but lacking in any flavor. The ACC shrimp was very nice. The staff were very friendly and our server Alejandro was kind and very efficient. The restaurant itself was large, nicely decorated and clean.

2/7 My family went here impromptu last night to celebrate my sister's birthday! We had a party of 6 (+3 high chairs) and were seated pretty quickly even though it was dinner time. Majority of our table ordered the Texana Quesadilla just with various tweaks (no steak, no shrimp, no vegetables, etc). I was very impressed that no one at our table had to send anything back. Everything was made to order and was delicious. My mom was the only one to try something different: the Golden Chicken Flautas. She liked them. Our waitress was great and attentive. They even sang my sister happy birthday while she wore a sombrero and brought out a special dessert! We've been here many of times and it's definitely our favorite Mexican restaurant in Charlotte.

Food quality and quantity is good. Servers are polite and the ambiance is decent. I have noticed a weird service lapse may be, usually servers are assigned tables but here I saw that only your service will serve you. I asked for a spoon for my kid almost to three other servers and they were polite but never gave me one besides they have been walking in front on my table multiple times. I finally had to ask for a spoon with my own server she immediately got me one. I felt Customer service is biased.

The food here was so good!! We came in on Saturday with a group of 16 people. I forgot our waiters name but he was very attentive and everytime one of us asked for something, he got it right away. The guacamole was one of the best I have ever had and the lemon drop shot flight was amazing! I had two! It was suggested by our waiter since I broke up tequila. The shots were made with Titos.

Food here is always amazing! The portion sizes are huge, I always have leftovers. The service is great and fast! The inside is huge and has seating everywhere. They also have an outside patio that's covered and a great place to sit as well. On weekends they play music outside so it's always a vibe!

My go-to chips and salasa place. You can never go wrong with the ACP! Cheesy goodness and chicken breast with a tab bit of veggies. Lol Standard service and ambiance.

Solid 4. It's a Mexican restaurant or like I always say an American Mexican restaurant. Food is what you expect of this typical cuisine. We went on Taco Tuesday. The odd thing? There was a DJ. At first reggaeaton (sp?) music. I was feeling the vibe. My sister? Not so much. Then we hear the customary staff happy bday song. The DJ switches to In Da Club. I was like that's cute "Go Shawty it's ya birthday...". After that straight hip hop / club vibe. Totally unexpected. There wasn't much of a crowd when we left around 9pm. Mind you the parking lot was packed packed when we arrived at 7pm. Either we weren't staying long enough or everyone was homecoming-ed out. There were a lot of college homecomings the previous weekend. I ordered the taco trio special. Doesn't look like a lot of food but trust me; it's plenty. What I didn't like were the actual tacos. They fall completely apart. They do not double up the tacos. Eat quickly don't let them sit or the taco will disintegrate. The fillings were flavorful and a wide variety from which to select. The slice of radish was odd not because it's on the taco but a singular circular slice? Let me get two halves. You'll see it in the photos white onions, cilantro and the pickled onions. To drink? Tecate. The table sign & website say $2 but the table sign says $3. Ummm but a can? Nah. I was expecting a mug of beer. I only got one. Won't be getting canned beer again should I go back. Too many draft options. I prefer draft. Not a beer snob! I am not above canned beer. No pictured is the choriqueso. Delicious! My Sister got the tequila chicken - Grilled chicken and veggies basically. I gotta say the mix of veggies caught my attention. Bright colors & nicely cut. C'mon! Ya'll have seen overcooked veggies almost drained it all color. What my sister was not impressed with? The mimosa flight. In fact she ordered a regular mimosa. I ended up finishing it. It was bad but wasn't that great either. Love the presentation but unless you're that indecisive, just order a regular sized drink. Also, I am going to learn my lesson about checking in after I order. I had an offer for a free small queso. Now, would I have ordered choriqueso too? Probabaly. I love the stuff. Last but not least, shout out to Alejandro. He was a great server. Checked in often. Didn't rush us through dinner service. Excellent job.

Very good Mexican food. The servings were generous, the salsa was very good and we took advantage of their Monday half price special on burritos and margaritas. There are different half price specials from Monday through Thursday that we will also be trying. We had three different burritos and they were all excellent. I ordered mine with Mexican rice which was deliciously seasoned and cooked to perfection. My burrito was equally delicious. We will be back!

Impressive Service! Party of one... I was greeted and quickly seated. My server came to the table right away and welcomed me. She offered me their $6.99 20oz Margarita Special; so you know I had to take her up on that offer. Seconds later, another server brought me some chips and salsa. The chips were cold, but they tasted good, and the salsa was perfect. I ordered the Veggie Burrito and had a choice of 2 sides: guacamole salad, rice or refried beans. I don't eat meat and the server didn't know if the beans were cooked with meat juices, so I played it safe and ordered the rice and guacamole salad. My food arrived on the table fresh and piping hot. Everything tasted great. Very delicious and really hit the spot. My margarita was delicious too. After checking in on Yelp, I received a coupon for a free side of queso, so my server packed it to-go for me along with chips and salsa. Overall, this was a great experience and I'm so glad that I came across this place. The food was great, the restaurant and restrooms were clean, and my server Julissa was excellent. Julissa made sure to check up on me frequently to make sure I had everything that I needed. If I'm ever in the area again I'd definitely return. Highly Recommended!

took 2 friends to lunch last week; 1 app & 3 lunch entrees were $60.86 -- good food, but too expensive for lunch -- if these are the lunch prices, i couldn't afford the dinner menu (we arrived around 3:15 & the website showed lunch until 4pm)

OMG!!!!!! why didn't I know this restaurant was sooooo good! The Arroz con Pollo with Shrimp!!!!!! *Chefs Kiss* this is definitely going to be one of my new favorite spots!!!! I love this place and I can't wait to try more dishes from their menu !!!

Food: 4 Customer service: 4 Location: 4 Parking: 5 Cleanliness: 5 This restaurant is located in the northern part of Charlotte, NC area. We decided to stop by for dinner a few weeks ago, after we were in town visiting IKEA. This is a popular Tex-Mex restaurant chain and Charlotte has two locations. This location has plenty of parking and they can accommodate small and large vehicles. Upon entering we was greeted by a friendly and courteous staff. The decor was like a standard Mexican restaurant, and they have a full bar as well. The menu offers a wide variety of delicious and traditional dishes. Overall the food that we ordered tasted good, but we had to add some salt and pepper because it was kinda of bland.

I enjoyed my experience here. Fabian was my server and he was amazing and attentive. I went on Easter Sunday so it was a little busy, but our food came out in a timely manner. I feel like it could have been a little more cleanly, but I'm not sure if it's because of the busy holiday. The only thing I was disappointed with was the margarita flight (which is why I came). The drinks tasted too much like juice. Overall, I would recommend. The food was good, my favorite was the guacamole dip with the fried chips. I definitely want to go again and try other things on the menu and maybe another drink too lol

Food ar one point was great, however over the years it began to slowly underwhelm. The atmosphere has become more of a vibe with them adding a dj on select nights. Never a worry with service.

Horrible service, got charged for 2 sweet teas when one of my refills was water. The alcohol drinks are watered down. Tacos came out watery, ordered shrimp tacos (3 taco trio) that doesn't state which protein. So I was uncharged for getting shrimp. They will not be getting any of my money anymore

Great place for Mexican. They offer specialty drinks like Horchata and Mexican coke. They also have a really good homemade hot salsa that you can request for.

The food here was really good! The restaurant itself has a nice ambiance, causing it to feel a bit upscale. If you're looking for quality Mexican food, look no further

I was over by IKEA, and figured I'd try this place out! Great service and the food didn't disappoint! I would come back. There was live music starting up that I would have stayed but you know how much time you consume at IKEA, lol so it was perfect to get my steps in after eating. The fajitas were so good and if you must know I had flour tortillas!

I have been a long time vegetarian customer of this restaurant and have enjoyed my visits. Turned vegan in 2023 and this is the first time after that and felt so disappointed with food and services. Firstly, I would love to see some vegan options here as I asked for vegetarian burrito with no dip and it tasted really bad, not sure why would a burrito be sweet ? Second, their services sucked, it is a Monday and the restaurant is not even half full still we ended up waiting for half an hour. We got chips and salsa and drinks and any refill took forever. Anyways I really want to request the owner to please add some vegan options, so people like us can enjoy the place again.

So many choices to choose from, which means you have to go more than once! The food was seasoned very well, the large portions, the service provided met the needs of our large group, and the DJ topped it off with the music. Will definitely return to try other options.

Upon walking in, I knew it was going to be a good dining experience. We was seated immediately and the waiter was waiting on us. We sat and ordered within 10 minutes of getting there. The service was amazing. The food was amazing. The best version of Texas Rice I have ever had! it had veggies in it and so much I had to take the rest home! I loved the ambiance. When we left they had a DJ setting up and looked like it was going to be a good time in there. I came back a second time before heading back to Charleston. I will be back if ever in the area!

Quick and friendly service. Fresh food served hot. I ordered the burrito especial and it was so good. I checked in on the Yelp app upon my arrival and was pleasantly surprised to see a coupon for a free small cheese dip pop up. Not sure how long that deal will pop up but certainly check in and take advantage!

My close friend and I ate lunch here and we really enjoyed it. We sat at the bar and our bartender was great. The food, service and ambiance was great. We will be back soon

My lady has visited the Sardis Road location and believes that location is closer to authentic Mexican but we specifically visited the University location and definitely found that to be quite an experience. Number one, for those of you looking for truly authentic Mexican vibes, I would probably avoid this location on Thursday nights. Evidently, they have a local DJ spinning hip-hop tunes at a pretty loud decibel level starting at about 8 PM. And while I am a big fan of hip-hop, it was definitely disconcerting to hear hard-core rap music being played in what I found to be a pretty impressive and large Mexican themed restaurant. While we were dining, we noticed several other couples and families come in and immediately turn around and head back to their cars once they heard the music and saw the crowd at the bar. Of the food we ordered, the highlight for me was the chorizo dip. While it wasn't anything extra ordinary, it was definitely a well executed version. Everything else I hate to say, was pretty standard, and typical of what you would usually assume you would get at a fairly affordable Mexican restaurant in terms of portion, size and quality. We both took portions of our meal home, but neither of us finished them. Service was pretty good and we didn't have to wait long at all for the food to come out Not sure if I would visit again for the food but the drinks were definitely large and strong, so there's that.

I've been coming to Mi Pueblo for YEARSSSSS now. I always get the supreme ACP and it never fails me. The portion is huge so you'll have plenty of leftovers. Recently, we went and I actually looked at the other times on the menu and made a vow to try everything. The food always comes out really fast and the servers and bartenders are super friendly.

I'm so glad we decided to stop by here for dinner. It was a nice experience. The food was so full of flavor and the portion size was very generous. They have a very nice selection at their bar. Hubby enjoyed Don Julio 1942 which was a bar special. They give you bottomless tortilla chips and dip. It was so good my 2 year old couldn't stop eating them. I ordered the Supreme ACP and it was soooo good. I had plenty to take home. Also I had the beef street taco. My Hubby ordered the Fajitas Quesadilla and said his was very good too. I enjoyed how tender and flat the steak was. Our waitress was friendly and made sure we had everything we needed. The kids meals were also pretty good my kids mostly enjoyed the fries. We will definitely be back for another tasty meal.

My guy asked me out for lunch and of course I said yes! He suggested Mi Pueblo because I love Mexican food. I was late meeting him there but all was well. We ordered our food and the waiter (Erick) was very kind and attentive. The restaurant was clean and the food was amazing and delicious. I had the ACP Supreme with grilled chicken, steak, shrimp with mixed veggies and mushrooms. If you like to spice it up ask for the house hot sauce. My guy had the three hard shell tacos chicken, beef, and steak. Needless to say he ate all of his food. My plate was huge so, I took most of mine home. They have a bar so you can order drinks. Go and enjoy You won't be disappointed.

Stopped in here on a Saturday night and was seated fairly quickly. Our server was kind and friendly. It took us awhile to get chips and salsa. We ordered queso to go with it but didn't have chips and salsa. Eventually our server brought it over to our table to enjoy. It wasn't crazy busy that night so our food came out fast and hot. I ordered the fajita quesadilla which was so big. I had no idea. I didn't finish it and had leftovers the next day. The steak was a little chewy but overall the flavor was good. My husband ordered the chicken burrito. The flavor was good and the chicken was good. We also had margaritas. Somehow mine didn't get tequila but nonetheless our server was kind enough to grab an extra shot for me. Everything was just ok here, but they have plenty of options to choose from.