The first time we went to La Sombra Cantina we thought we were going back to Pineda's. We were…read moresurprised at the change and hoped it was at least as good as Pineda's. We were very pleasantly surprised. It's even better in my opinion. The people are very warm and friendly. The food is really delicious. I love that they bring not only good salsa with their fresh hot chips, but also a tomatillo sauce and a black bean dip. We've now eaten there several times. The taco meat has a nicely charred flavor. The tamales were very good. (I'm picky about my tamales. I've tried their ranchero sauce, chili con carne, and sour cream sauce. None of them disappoint. Their rice isn't dry like it is at many other Tex-Mex places. And their $5.00 all day frozen margaritas are worth it. We usually go for the lunch specials that run until 4:00. They don't have mole on the menu, yet. I'm looking forward to their future specials. In this day and age where it's hard to keep a restaurant open, I really hope this one survives. It's not fancy, but the food and service make it worth it. And I'm a picky person when it comes to spending money on food I don't make myself.

First off, not a fan of the decor, it's in a strip center and the tables need to be arranged to be…read moremore cozy. We have been to some nicer hole-in-the-wall restaurants, that we liked better, and felt more at home. The conference room chairs are uncomfortable, along with the flat decor with loud colors. For the food, all we can say is Meh...and the drinks are weak. There are so many better mexican restaurants to dine with, in this City.

Been dying to try this place and it did not disappoint. I love the authenticity and creativity…read moreSueño offers, fusing traditional Mexican dishes and hospitality with modern presentation and unique flavors. Ceviche and Pork/chicharron appetizers were both terrific.

I really wanted to like this place. I went twice over the last few months and just felt it was…read morelacking. The service was good, ambiance was okay for the space. The food was fine. I don't have any one big complaint. It just doesn't really hit with me when I'm looking for this type of cuisine. We went for the cocktail program. It's pretty standard for what you pay nowadays. I'm short, this place is average at the price point. I can't think of a scenario where we would be coming back unless someone invited me for a birthday or something.

Good food, good service - what more can you ask for…read more The staff was attentive and accommodating. The Chimichanga was very tasty and two meals big. The talapia was tender and flaky. The guac was very flavorful. We'll be returning to experience the rest of the menu.

A friend of mine recommended this restaurant and my wife and I decided to check it out. It's…read morelocated in a strip mall, and there was plenty of parking available. The restaurant had an outdoor patio, ample dining area insides, a nice bar area, and another area with seating and a stage for live music. We sat at the bar. Gaspar was bartending and he was a good host. They have Happy Hour specials. She had a Cucumber-Rita and I had a beer. Her drink was pretty good. I had a sampler platter, and she had enchiladas. The food did not take long to arrive, and it came out fresh and hot. Very lively atmosphere. The bar is well stocked, and plenty of types of tequilas available. We would definitely come back!

Updated review:…read more FOOD: had the Fernando Pasta, which was fettuccine, shrimp, capers, spinach in a buttery sauce. It was outstanding! I have been coming for years and it continues to be consistently good and first time to have pasta at a Mexican restaurant. Highly recommend! ATMOSPHERE: Still stays packed and is always busy. SERVICE: The service is usually the variable here; however, tonight was good. The waiter never told us his name, which is a pet peeve of mine but he was great. TIP: Splurge and get dessert, they are all good.

We live in the neighborhood and had eaten here a few times. I always get the fajitas. They are huge…read moreand delicious, enough to split with 2 people. Our favorite Mexican food spot. It's always fast service and a fun experience.

This place was good. Chips were crisp, salsa was medium mild and enjoyable. Both entrees were…read moredelicious. My wife and I order takeout from here. We were both very pleased with our food. It seemed freshly made and well prepared. We will consider ordering from this place again.

So I came here on Cinco de Mayo and I'm actually surprised that I never heard of this restaurant. I…read morewanted to try the viral drink that I saw on TikTok, but the food was really kind of did it for me. I believe it's a family owned local style restaurant so these type of places are always my favorite anyway. The service is good. The food is good and the special margarita was also good. I will definitely be back again.

Great service and the restaurant is designed really cute and unique! The bar is small but the…read moredrinks are tasty and strong. The FOOOD! I.got the crab enchiladas with beans and rice and they were delicious!! Creamy, crab tasted fresh, just the right amount of heat. My husband got the fajita combo and was equally as pleased with his fresh everything was! Chips were warm and salsa was good and spicy. We loved that they bring a spicy salsa and no so spicy as well. We've gone three times and each time we've gotten the same items. Quality and taste never changed- on one occasion we went pretty close to their closing time and STILL...great quality and service. Definitely a recommend!

I've been coming to Desperado's for years, so this review isn't coming from someone unfamiliar…read morewith the restaurant. Unfortunately, since the ownership change, the experience just hasn't been the same. The customer service is still decent, and I genuinely enjoy their spicy Mexican martini -- that's honestly the main reason I still stop by. However, the food quality has noticeably declined. Over the past year, I've experienced stomach issues after eating here, which had never happened to me before under the previous ownership. I'm not sure if it's a change in ingredients, preparation methods, or sourcing, but something is clearly different. It's disappointing because this used to be a go-to spot. I truly hope the new management takes a closer look at the food quality and consistency. There's a strong history here, and it would be great to see it restored.

Best new local find - food is incredible and prices are reasonable. Loved how nice and comfortable…read morethe inside was too!

I was so hungry when we had gotten to the restaurant, taking pictures of anything completely…read moreskipped my mind. It had a cute patio (it was too cold at the time) and inside is somewhat intimate with how dimly lit it is. Service was pretty straightforward, we ordered and we were checked on consistently. I had ordered Manuel's enchiladas and they were so perfectly saucy. I like that there was a variety because I can never make up my mind on what I want. We finished off with the coconut flan and it was everything I wanted. The coconut flavor and flakes added a whole different level to flan for me. I've never had it this way before. I look forward to having it again!

They are now closed. Loved this place. We went by on 9/5/25 and found this sign on the door.read more

Cute little restaurant in Richardson. We stopped by before the Wildflower festival in the area…read more Overall, the food here was pretty good. I loved the beef fajitas tacos! They were generously portioned and well seasoned. The service was quick, and we were out of there in time for the show!