I LOVE LOVE THIS PLACE.. We eat Mexican a lot and this place is by far the best Mexican food we've ever had. We drive past 2 other places to get to this gem. Love the margaritas too!! read more

Great Mexican. I'm a returning patron. One of the best in the area. Service is relatively quick, despite how busy (and full) the restaurant gets. Highly recommended. read more

Your typical Mexican joint. Cheap drinks and I really like their rice and beans. Tacos were okay. read more

Acapulco Mexican Restaurant - Fairfield, OH - Mexican Near Me - Fairfield, Ohio

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I hate having to write this as this was one of our favorite Mexican restaurants. Took forever to be seated. Four people (2 adults & 2 teens) in our group but we're given only two menus. My stepson ordered a Sprite was given lemonade. Waiter seemed put off to be working. Two meals were brought out together, then another several minutes later & lastly the fourth meal was brought out after we were finished eating the first two meals. Slopping plating & food was pretty much thrown down. The first two meals brought out were hot & cooked properly but the other two, which were burritos, were terrible. Over cooked meat -burnt chorizo, tough chicken and steak. So very sad as this used to be our "go to" for Mexican. Perhaps they were having a bad night but tough to go back when paying $60 for really bad food. read more

Good Mexican restaurant. Similar to many others but with a more varied menu. Fresh entree selections and very good dips and salsa. We had several chicken entree selections, queso dip and drinks, all were very good and reasonably priced. Service was fine. read more

Never has 2-stars been more appropriate 2-stars in the land of Yelp ratings means "Meh. I've experienced better". I think this is my first review where that could not be more appropriate. In fact, my half-Jewish girlfriend even said as much, "meh" (shoulder shrug included). For those of us from the land of Texas (or a "whole 'nother country as the tag line goes), Acapulco has a promising start to a Mexican/Tex-Mex joint; it's a non-discript place in the middle of a strip mall. As any good Texan can assure you, that's usually where you get the best Mexican food; run down looking places where grandma is in the back still cooking the goods herself, while the rest of the family is involved in every aspect of the business. So I had high hopes. Those were dashed pretty quickly. The beer selection was pretty standard for such a joint: Miller Lite, Budweiser, Bud Light, Dos Equis, Negro Modelo, etc. I chose the Negro Modelo, as i usually do. Salsa and chips arrived immediately. The salsa was as bland as cardboard. (And yes, as I stupid kid, I once tried to eat cardboard. Don't ask!) The service was solid. The food came out quickly (another standard for Mexican restaurants--and no, I'm not stereotyping a culture!). However, that was pretty standard and relatively bland as well. I did clean my two platters, but that was more a product of me having skipped lunch while I chased my 3-year-old daughter around the park all day, than me enjoying the food enough to scarf it like a hungry cheetah. But the problem with Acapulco is that nothing stood out. Service was fine. Food was alright. Beer was unspectacular. Yet, nothing was a complete disaster. To that I say, (imitating my girlfriend's shoulder shrug) "Meh. I've had better." read more

Food wasn't authentic Mexican but competent. I liked the chips and salsa quite a bit. No complaints.

My dad is a waiter so one day I went with him for Father's Day the food was excellent and brilliant Shrimp Enchiladas with no chilly peppers or any thing spicy read more

Great Mexican food if you are in the Fairfield area! Large, cheap beers the size of my arm!

I love this place. The food is amazing and comes out fast and hot. Very good spot to take the family. The staff is very friendly.

This was the worst Alcapucos ever!! Dirtiest one I have been too. There were flies everywhere, which should have been my clue to leave... My shrimp smelled old and fishy and my boyfriend ended up getting sick to the stomach afterwards.... Last time going there! read more

Everything was wrong that we ordered we got everything chicken but everything came with beef and no chicken it was all over cooked and nasty very hard and burnt. Never again. The receipt tapped to the bag even says double check items for correct items so why was all of it wrong! The receipt was correct but food was wrong.! read more

This restaurant is horrible their service is horrible the waiter didn't even care that he messed up my order the worst restaurant ever I do not recommend that Mexican restaurant to anybody also my friend got food poisoning from there to from that day read more

Acapulco is a pretty standard Mexican restaurant with tasty food. I was there at lunch time, and it was pretty crowded. The service was a little on the slow side, but all the wait staff was pretty friendly. I had the taco salad which was delicious. read more

My favorite Mexican spot in Cincy! Can't go wrong with the burrito loco, the burrito California, or the pollo fundido.

Love this place! I can see why my family likes it so much. Every time I come here for vacation, Acapulco is a must. Staff is great. Funny and friendly. Why won't they open one in Sunnyvale?! read more

I'm gonna go ahead and say that this is my favorite Mexican restaurant. The Philly cheesesteak burrito was amazing. The veggie taco salad and fries #mua and the grande burrito fajita OMG. Everything taste fresh and hot and delicious read more

Good margaritas, decent food, too damn hot! It WAS 100 out... Think their air conditioner is overwhelmed. read more

I've been there already often for lunch and decided to publish a review. I've tried several Burritos but always came back to the "Chicken Fajita" and decided not to make any further experiments. The portion of the chicken fajita has a good size and is perfect for "hungry" days. You get 3 Tortillas and fried meat with rice, salad, guacamole and sour cream. It has been always tasty and it's always a good lunch option. read more

We've been here a handful of times over the years and I decided to stop in for lunch this past Friday. Stopped in about 2:30 pm and there were 3-4 other tables. Seat yourself - one guy was sitting at the register and 3-4 others were wandering around (expeditors, waiters, bus boys? ) Someone finally brought a menu and then disappeared - took forever to finally have a waiter come to take an order - lunch came and it was meh - never did receive a check and finally had to go up to the register to pay. Overall meh food and crappy service - too many other choices in the area. read more

Love it here. The food comes out fast and is delicious. The staff are all friendly. They also do call in, pick up orders which is nice.

This place is delicious. Years ago, I'd only get carryout because the Staffs English annoyed me. They must have gotten Rosetta Stone because it's a 10 fold improvement. The food is exceptional in taste. Portions are fair and hot. Prices are decent. I always get the burger. They use an Angus I believe. It's cooked in a manner thats unique. If it's a food warehouse burger, it's got a unique delicious character. I prefer it over Ricks now. The Restaraunt is very clean and colorful. In typical Mexican Restaurant fashion it's done with every pastel color in the crayon box. T.v.s sound is off, usually sports. They play the you have no clue what there saying but the rhythm is upbeat music. Pros- Price. Quality of food. Portion size. Cleanliness. Huge parking lot, situated in a way even if it's packed there no huge walk. Speed and quality of service. Cons- I dont understand the words to the music. No outdoor seats. Note: I think they have a banquet style room. I've never seen it opened, but if I'm not mistaken theres a room in the back that could be for large groups. read more

Food is good and pricing is fair. However it is a place where people let their children run wild and be as loud as they wish with no one taking any concideration for others. read more

best mexican restaurant in the Greater Cincinnati Area and I have been to nearly all of them. Two sets of salsa so the kids can chip dip, authentic mexican everything, great prices and of course the best service you could get. Been going there for over a decade now and it is one of a kind. Love it. read more

So disappointed!!!! I have wanted to eat here for a long time and finally did tonight. The restaurant was dirty - especially the bathroom. After we sat down - they served us chips and salsa - the chips were cold and very greasy and chewy and it tasted like the salsa was watered down. What I really wanted to try was the margaritas that I have heard so much about. I got a large frozen one and I couldn't tell there was any alcohol in it - usually after a drink that size I really feel it - I felt nothing and sure couldn't taste any alcohol. My chicken burrito was cold. I can't think of one good thing about this meal. I use to work in a restaurant so I am very tolerant when eating out - but this was a HUGE DISAPPOINTMENT. read more

I dined there are September 3, 2018 and have been going there for over twelve years BUT NEVER EVER AGAIN! If I could give minus stars I would. I wish I would have health services rush over the next morning to possible save someone for going through what happened to me. I was way too sick to handle. I immediately sense something was very wrong in the place, the atmosphere was so different than all many other times hubby and I ate there. After waiting for awhile, I wanted to leave but hubby wanted to stay and have his shrimp dish. The place was not busy at the present time, which is unusual. The waiters ignored us, (never happened before).... I finally went the cashier and talked with him and carefully explained we were being ignored (waiters were standing around chatting). A waiter was sent over to take our order (he was borderline rude), in the past he has waited on us many many times (always treated us as mom and pop, we're 80)...but refused to recognize us on this occasion. I knew now for sure now that something was terrible wrong. After he took our order he disappeared....after waiting way too long, another waiter brought our meals of which one meal was almost cold and the other hot. As a PAST FAN of this place, I thought and thought; what was the reasoning behind the troubled place? It was the side dish that poison me. It had a taste that stayed with me for hours after wrenching all night.....I hate thinking of the possibility of it was purposely done to me for seeking help from the cashier to get waited on? Over the past 3 years, two of my dear friends have gotten food poisoning from there. Wish I had taken their advice. Thank you for reading. No perk was given us for poor service or long wait for meal. read more

Pretty average Mexican food. I was not impressed at all. There are much better places in the area.

I have visited this location twice over the last few years and good experience both times. My friends love the medium and large margaritas and the free chips and salsa are a great bonus! If you are in the Fairfield area and looking for some good Mexican I would recommend checking it out. They also have coupons so make sure to look out for those. read more

Fairfield's biggest secret- which isn't really a secret! This place is HOPPIN! Always busy, great food fast and greast fast service. I always enjoy my experience here. Lunch prices are very reasonable. This must be the best Hispanic restaurant in town! read more

Seriously an amazing experience here. Good prices, amazing food and even better service. Birthdays are fun here with a free dessert. Also tasty strong margaritas! Don't hesitate to go here! read more

Great chips, salsa nothing special, but chips are so good you won't care. The place stays busy, prices are reasonable, as far as food goes it's average. Nothing else to add. read more

Food was okay and fast but the it was more bar like with people doing shots after they were drunk. I will stick to lunch in the future.

If you like Mexican and you are in the area, this is a place you must visit. The food is outstanding, the price is very reasonable for the amount you get, and the staff is extremely friendly. read more

This is by far my favorite mexican restaurant in the Cincinnati area. It's budget friendly, good service, and great food. To start off with, you have an endless basket of chips and salsa, and the salsa is AMAZING. I always get the quesadilla de fajita. It's basically a chicken quesadilla smothered in gooey white cheese sauce with grilled onions peppers and tomatoes. It comes with lettuce, sour cream, and guac on the side (I skip the guac). To me, this is the perfect blend of flavors. I will come here again and again! read more

Great food, fast service. My family and I will continue to dine there. My daughters love the endless chips and salsa. I always get the steak fajitas. read more

Love the fast service and authentic Mexican food options. Would definitely recommend this place!

I highly recommend the Acapulco quesadilla, add shrimp. Avoid the guacamole, tasteless green goop! All other food items are tasteless Mexican slop. After all, you people we're raised in the Ohio Valley of the culinary bland! read more

Order came out spot on. Not usual for my family of picky eaters! Service was just as good!

Read lots of great reviews so thought we would try it. First impression dirty. Walls are covered in food splatter. Booths sticky. Don't mind paying for great margaritas and food but this I not that place. $20 for 2 Margaritas and don't think they had any alcohol in them. Salsa like ketchup. Chicken in the taquitas burnt and over done. The reason give it any stars is the waiter was very nice and great service from him. read more

Very good food with fast service most of the time when there not super busy!! Love It!!!