Cancel

    Open app

    Search

    Acapulco Mexican Grill

    4.0 (182 reviews)
    ModerateMexican
    Open 11:00 am - 10:00 pm

    Order Acapulco Mexican Grill Takeout or Delivery

    Acapulco Mexican Grill Photos

    ACAPULCO MEXICAN GRILL ATMOSPHERE

    What's the vibe?
    Casual
    Outdoor seating
    Good for groups
    Good for kids

    You might also consider

    More like Acapulco Mexican Grill

    Recommended Reviews - Acapulco Mexican Grill

    Your trust is our priority, so businesses can't pay to alter or remove their reviews. Learn more about reviews.
    Yelp app icon
    Browse more easily on the app
    Review Feed Illustration

    Reviews With Photos

    Awesome service & happy relaxing vibe ! Food is more authentic & flavorful then anywhere else! Thanks Raul and staff

    Hit and Miss.
    Brad S.

    This is a shame to write as we were fans of this venue. My wife is a huge Mexican restaurant fan. Margaritas and melted cheese? Sign her up! For me, it's always a gamble. Acapulco has been a go to for us. Always clean. Beautiful restaurant on the RIGHT, oddly so-so on the left. Like a makeshift holding room for bigger parties and over load. Try to get to the right. A whole different world esthetically. We visited on a Wednesday afternoon right about 5. It wasn't busy. So we thought it was gonna be great. We walk in and waited a few minutes. Then a gal came up and started to walk us in but kept stopping to talk to other employees a couple times on the way. It was a little awkward. Then we were seated. The waiter came quick and we ordered drinks. I bought an ice tea and my wife a margarita. He brought it back and took our order. We had a hard time with it because EVERYTHING was over $15.99. Most a bit higher. And we are talking about Mexican food. Which is a lot of lettuce and maybe cheese and the like. I don't remember it being this expensive. But we thought ok... inflation. Tariffs. It took a while for the nearly vacant venue to bring the meals. My wife was nursing her very small regular margarita. And when it did, it was one of the most plain Jane presentations I have ever seen from Acapulco Grill. Mine was a little cold and my wife's burrito was on the plate with green salsa and nothing else. YIKES. Incredibly garish. No presentation. No garnishments. She was able to eat half of it and boxed the rest. Mine was ok. It just felt like something was going on elsewhere in the restaurant and we were a side project. The bill came it was close to $60. Our meals were $16.99 each and $10 for her baby size regular margarita. My ice tea was 5.99???? Well it was probably 2.99 as it was listed as 2 instead of one. (I found that out after I paid). The credit reader immediately starts the gratuity at 18% as the waiter holds it and watches as you tap. I hate that. Albeit, MOST restaurants start at 20/25%. No matter what your experience was ...you are going to pay a quarter of your servers wage. This was a first for us here. The experience left us feeling jerked around, and cold. And it's a shame. We really loved it here.

    Pretty cool outside patio
    Tonya Lynne C.

    Such a vibe!! Loved the ambiance, service, and plethora of flavors!!! Between the art all over & the sports on the TVs I was in heaven. Visiting Lansing from Texas & woke up late so was looking for something perfect to cover all the meals I missed waking up at 5pm!!!!! Also wanted something reminiscent of home so Mexican was it for me. If you know my reviews, you know I love TVs for sports and this hit the spot!! Love dinner with ESPN!! I started with the poblano bites which were popping with spice which was well balanced with the creamy chipotle sauce. Also the complimentary chips and salsa were warm and fresh. I asked for a salsa with a bit more spice if available. Whatever he brought back was slap your cook and beat the walls delish!! I had the house special burrito choriz. Who doesn't love steak, chicken, chorizo, and shrimp all in one burrito. Every review was correct...it is AMAZING!!!! Highly recommend you try it. The pineapple really tied it all together. Trust the flavors even if it seems over the top in terms of ingredients. Ended with the Fried Ice cream.....OH MY!!!! Yup, it was DEEEEEELISH! The timing of seating, drinks, food, and desserts was perfection. This is a casual fun restaurant with top tier food & flavors.

    Acapulco Enchiladas
    Noelle C.

    We came here on a Friday night with a party of 8 with no reservation and we were seated immediately. Raul was so incredibly helpful and a wonderful server. All of our food was great and they sang for my friend for her birthday. I would always recommend this place for social events of this nature. I always recommend it to people when I am in town.

    Torta
    Stanislav S.

    One great Mexican restaurant. Went here for the first time, and I LOVED it. Free chips and salsa right when you arrive, and I got my food in less than 5 minutes. Super fast! I have a new favorite Mexican restaurant now!

    Nicole S.

    Best Mexican restaurant in Lansing! It doesn't look like much from the outside especially since it's basically in a strip mall situation, but don't let that fool you. We've been here a few times since we moved to the area, and it never disappoints. You start with a basket of chips and salsa. Then the main courses are so good. My husband loves the spicy foods. I love the quesadillas. You get a lot of food for a reasonable price. The service is always friendly and attentive.

    Business logo
    Mario S.

    If you're craving a Mexican fiesta at Acapulco in Lansing, MI, you might want to lower your expectations to "meh." Lunch here was, well, just that--meh. The steak tacos were more "where's the flavor?" than anything worth raving about, and the chimichanga? Let's just say I've had better from my local takeout. We sat outside on the patio with our service dog, which was a pleasant experience--though a quick reminder that not all places are as dog-friendly, so check ahead before bringing your furry friend. In a nutshell, Acapulco left me longing for a bit more spice and a lot more flavor. It'll fill you up, but don't expect any culinary fireworks. Meh-xican food at its finest.

    Birria tacos
    Pat O.

    First off I thought this place was going to be just average but WOW!it was fantastic the food had such good flavor I was blown away I'm definitely going back there again yummy yummy

    Taco Salad
    William H S.

    Large well crafted entrees. Ordered Ensalada de Taco de Pollo y Enchilada suiza...I would go back when a little less noise.

    See all

    6 days ago

    Food and service were great! We will definitely be stopping by again while we are in East Lansing.

    Helpful 0
    Thanks 0
    Love this 0
    Oh no 0

    7 days ago

    Helpful 0
    Thanks 0
    Love this 0
    Oh no 0

    3 months ago

    Helpful 0
    Thanks 2
    Love this 0
    Oh no 0

    1 month ago

    It's not a bad place very corporate feeling but slightly better food that for instance El Azteco

    Helpful 0
    Thanks 0
    Love this 0
    Oh no 0

    1 month ago

    Helpful 0
    Thanks 0
    Love this 0
    Oh no 0

    9 months ago

    Helpful 0
    Thanks 0
    Love this 1
    Oh no 0

    10 months ago

    Helpful 0
    Thanks 0
    Love this 0
    Oh no 0

    2 years ago

    Helpful 1
    Thanks 1
    Love this 0
    Oh no 1

    1 month ago

    Helpful 0
    Thanks 0
    Love this 0
    Oh no 0

    8 months ago

    Helpful 0
    Thanks 0
    Love this 0
    Oh no 0

    10 months ago

    Helpful 0
    Thanks 0
    Love this 0
    Oh no 0

    3 months ago

    Helpful 0
    Thanks 0
    Love this 0
    Oh no 0

    2 years ago

    Helpful 1
    Thanks 0
    Love this 0
    Oh no 0

    6 months ago

    Helpful 0
    Thanks 0
    Love this 0
    Oh no 1
    Photo of Mario S.
    17
    90
    327

    2 years ago

    Helpful 1
    Thanks 0
    Love this 0
    Oh no 1

    4 months ago

    This is the BEST one of AMG. We have been to them in Mason, and Jolly. This one rocks. The servers are very nice and attentive. Love it here

    Helpful 0
    Thanks 0
    Love this 0
    Oh no 0

    7 months ago

    Helpful 0
    Thanks 0
    Love this 0
    Oh no 0

    2 years ago

    Helpful 0
    Thanks 0
    Love this 0
    Oh no 0

    1 year ago

    Helpful 1
    Thanks 0
    Love this 0
    Oh no 0
    Photo of James K.
    2
    156
    459

    2 years ago

    Helpful 2
    Thanks 0
    Love this 0
    Oh no 0
    Photo of William H S.
    22
    131
    266

    2 years ago

    Helpful 0
    Thanks 0
    Love this 0
    Oh no 0

    2 years ago

    Helpful 0
    Thanks 0
    Love this 0
    Oh no 0
    Photo of PE B.
    0
    20
    0

    2 years ago

    Helpful 0
    Thanks 0
    Love this 0
    Oh no 0
    Photo of Gail W.
    266
    12
    8

    2 years ago

    Helpful 0
    Thanks 0
    Love this 0
    Oh no 0
    Photo of Juls M.
    19
    39
    1

    2 years ago

    Helpful 0
    Thanks 0
    Love this 0
    Oh no 0
    Photo of Debbie R.
    1
    130
    39

    3 years ago

    Helpful 0
    Thanks 0
    Love this 0
    Oh no 0

    1 year ago

    Helpful 0
    Thanks 0
    Love this 0
    Oh no 0
    Photo of Don W.
    0
    25
    0

    1 year ago

    Helpful 0
    Thanks 0
    Love this 0
    Oh no 0

    3 years ago

    Helpful 2
    Thanks 0
    Love this 3
    Oh no 0

    2 years ago

    Helpful 0
    Thanks 0
    Love this 0
    Oh no 0

    2 years ago

    Helpful 0
    Thanks 0
    Love this 0
    Oh no 0

    2 years ago

    Helpful 0
    Thanks 0
    Love this 0
    Oh no 0

    7 years ago

    Helpful 0
    Thanks 0
    Love this 0
    Oh no 0

    2 years ago

    Helpful 0
    Thanks 0
    Love this 0
    Oh no 1

    5 years ago

    Helpful 0
    Thanks 0
    Love this 0
    Oh no 0

    6 years ago

    Helpful 2
    Thanks 0
    Love this 2
    Oh no 0

    3 years ago

    Helpful 0
    Thanks 0
    Love this 0
    Oh no 0

    3 years ago

    Helpful 0
    Thanks 0
    Love this 0
    Oh no 0

    3 years ago

    Fantastic food, phenomenal staff and comforting environment. I will 10/10 be returning to this establishment.

    Helpful 0
    Thanks 0
    Love this 0
    Oh no 0

    2 years ago

    Helpful 0
    Thanks 0
    Love this 0
    Oh no 0

    Page 1 of 5

    Acapulco Mexican Grill Reviews in Other Languages

    Ask the Community - Acapulco Mexican Grill

    You might also consider

    Verify this business for free

    People searched for Mexican 1,808 times last month within 15 miles of this business.

    Verify this business

    Acapulco Mexican Grill

    Acapulco Mexican Grill

    3.9(35 reviews)
    20.6 mi

    Anytime I do a review I try to take in the experience as a whole. Not just focusing on the food, or…read moreif the service was bad. So why did I give The Acapulco Mexican Grill a 3 star? Let me explain. The place is conveniently located downtown Charlotte with plenty of parking. If there's no street side parking out front, there's a big lot out back too. It's a good size restaurant with lots of seating inside, but there's also an outdoor patio if that's your thing. The menu has just about anything you would typically want from a sit down Mexican restaurant, and a sizable drink menu also. The place is relatively clean and the restrooms are usually kept up. I've never had a meal or bad service. Sounds like everything you'd want in a restaurant. But honestly, that's how things are supposed to be. I expect the place to be clean. I expect the staff to be polite. I expect the food be good. These are all standard things. A 3 star review is just that, standard. Anything higher would be above and beyond. I just don't think this place or the food is above and beyond. There's a couple other Mexican restaurants nearby, so I'd figure they'd step their game up a notch. Unfortunately I don't see it. I'll eat here again, because I like it. They are in fact better than the other places. But the other places lessor reviews don't automatically add stars to this one. Do average, get average.

    It is good food, authenticity is okay. It isn't that they don't have authentic food, it's more the…read moreflavors just don't taste as good as other places. Still good food, just not the first place I would go for Mexican food. They have great outdoor seating which is a must in the summer!

    Photos
    Acapulco Mexican Grill - Inside seating

    Inside seating

    Acapulco Mexican Grill - Lunch fajitas

    Lunch fajitas

    Acapulco Mexican Grill - Entry breezeway/waiting area

    See all

    Entry breezeway/waiting area

    Acapulco Mexican Grill - mexican - Updated May 2026

    Loading...
    Loading...
    Loading...