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    Agave Uptown

    3.9 (775 reviews)
    ModerateMexican, Bars
    Closed 11:00 am - 9:00 pm
    Updated over 3 months ago

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    Casual
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    Moderate noise
    Outdoor seating

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    Caroline T.

    This is one of my go to spots for work events! Not sure how it is for dinner but it's never crowded at lunchtime. The food is always delicious, though some items are a little pricey. Highly recommend any of the dishes with their special mole sauce. The service is always attentive and friendly as well.

    Tequila Ice cream sampler
    Veronica L.

    Solid dining choice in Uptown. Guacamole is very good and the chips are addicting. Nice friendly service. The coastal bowl is a good choice and I tried their enmoladas today. Tequila ice cream is very different and worth a taste. Nice spot to go out for a meal with colleagues or friends.

    Ceviche
    Amanda C.

    Agave Uptown is a beautiful local joint for Mexican flavors. I came with a friend on a Saturday right at opening and were seated right away. The gentleman servicing us was so kind, patient and thoughtful with recommending items for us to try on the menu. We decided to try out a few things to share. First, the hibiscus agua frescas was both a balance of sour and sweet with a floral fragrance that was addicting. The ceviche came with tender pieces of fish and shrimp. You can really taste the citrus marinade that shines and laying the ceviche with the tortilla chips offers the perfect bite. The empanadas de huitlacoche were delicious. The blue corn tortillas had a nice fried texture and the cheesy filling had a great slightly funky but creamy flavor. The side salad was topped with a sweet dressing that paired well with the empanadas. For dessert, we shared the churros with ice cream. The churros were a small but mighty treat - I loved the cinnamon & sugar coating along with the cream filling of the churro. The ice cream was creamy and so good with the churros and the fresh oranges and strawberries. I highly recommend coming here and supporting a local business!

    Tasajo - thin cut steak
    Farkhunda M.

    After work last minute idea turned into a new favorite spot, best double mules I have had in town. Service was very friendly and overall excellent. I love the indoor and outdoor spacing, the food itself all the flavors blended so well. I was hesitant to the "thin steak" description on the menu, and the onion and mushrooms mix in between the thin cut slices, was a first time for me but I loved it. I switched out the black beans and asked for cabbage but the server treated me with a salad substitute instead. The best idea I have agreed to. The food quality is great and the location is super convenient. Read somewhere it's a farm fresh restaurant too!

    Seafood fajitas
    Diane L.

    Met a friend her for a bite before catching a concert at the Paramount Theatre. The food and drinks were good. The seafood fajitas were sizzling. The server was attentive and helpful. We choose this spot because it's a short walk to the Paramount, but the food and drinks are actually good and I would eat here again!

    Amazing cocktail called the Rodolfo!
    Frank L.

    We came in for a few drink and were amazed by their hospitality and prowess with cocktails! 10/10 would recommend!

    The Cupido and the toxico were both delicious! Well balanced drinks that I'd have again.
    Brittany B.

    I love this place. The staff is amazing and the food is delicious. I've gotten the carnitas with the mole multiple times and each time it's amazing. My cousin got the chicken tacos and really enjoyed them. It will always be my go to spot, especially for lunch. I even tried a grasshopper with my tequila shot today!

    Allan Y.

    Came in on a Sunday late afternoon for a late brunch earlier dinner and was seated right away. Our sever came over pretty quick and bought us ice water's, gave us a few and took our appetizer order, than a few minutes later our dinner order. He was pleasant, friendly, and attentive. Ceviche Shrimps, onions, tomatoes, lime, cilantro avocado, homemade chips were very fresh. Empanada de Huitlacoche with Grilled Chicken in a blue corn tortilla, quesillo, epazote, elote huitlacoche, serrano pepper, onion was tasty. But was suprised when it came out looking like a quesadilla. Half of Caesar Salad with organic romaine hearts, pumpkin seeds, avocado tomatoes in chapulin Caesar dressing was good. Giant Fish Taco in 10" fresh blue corn tortilla, black beans paste Monterey Jack cheese, cabbage, avocado, grilled seabass fish, side salad was good, fish had good flavor. Again, was surprised, it looked more like a burrito. Trio de Mole - Three homemade moles: Mole negro mole rojo, mole verde chicken, carnitas, salmon, handmade corn tortillas. I don't like mole so i didn't taste it, but my wife said it was good.

    Giant fish taco(sea bass)
    Daniel G.

    Agave was recommended by people in the area and it was an overall good experience. The inside was nice and the servers were very kind and efficient. The cocktail was amazing and my wife loved her margarita. The star of the show was the salmon and shrimp tacos!! The salmon was sweet and flavorful, while the shrimp was seasoned to perfection. The only letdown was the giant fish taco. The seabass was lacking flavor and the salsa verde didn't help much. Our table was also a bit sticky. Overall it was a nice, authentic Mexican restaurant.

    Shots
    Edith G.

    Branden was great! Amazing customer service! Drinks amazing! Food was delicious!! A whole vibe! Definitely coming back!

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    Maxwell N.

    Been wanting to come here for a min and finally did! The Molcajete was hella delicious!! The Guacamole and chips were tasty too love both the sauces that came with got spice and flavor I can tell they put love in too food. The Drinks were good too La bestia and La Llorona well balanced. The flan and the molcajete stole the show tho!! will be back very soon!

    Chile Relleno (the long view)
    Gonzalo S.

    Been here a couple times and each has been on point. First of all, don't mess around, get the chips and guac. The guac is incredibly savory, has the chunks of avocado so you know it's freshly made. And the chips are shiny and salty and so good on their own. I could eat that as my entire meal. But all their main dishes are also really good, I've had the enchiladas which are super saucy and rich and recently the cecina which is an adobo marinated pork that was super tender and flavorful (a little sweet). Beans and rice are nothing special but solid all around. Drink selection is great and the staff is super friendly and know how to serve a large group - if you're going with your work team you won't be disappointed. Definitely check them out, you won't be disappointed, and for the love of all that is holy...get the guac and chips!

    Empanada de huitlacoche absolutamente deliciosa!
    Adriana N.

    The food was absolutely delicious, and tbh I had my doubts about this place but my husband and I gave it a chance! We were not disappointed at all! The service was good and fast. The inside was very clean and I loved the Oaxaca vibe !

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    Wonderful service, and AMAZING bartender Evereth! Had my own personal tequila tasting. Thank you so much

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    Ask the Community - Agave Uptown

    Is the bar seating open seating? Can you order food from the bar? Is the bar large?

    Yes is an open seating ,and yes you can order food at the bar is well.

    Is there still happy hour during the pandemic?

    Yes, according to the manager they have happy hour everyday from 2-6pm but both times I have tried the same waitress wouldn't give us the deal. The first time she said we did not specifically ask for the happy hour menu and the second time she said… Read more

    Is it kid freindly?

    Yes it is. There is full bar but you are able to be seated away from it. The food is very good.

    Do they have live music?

    Yes, every first Friday and every other Saturday night

    Is there a Happy Hour menu on Fridays? What hours?

    Yes, 2PM-6PM

    I wonder if the corn used is non GMO?

    I am not sure.

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