There the greatest best mexican food ive had . There excellent and Great people. Łove there food…read moreCheri Kaina Aloha

A Solid Mexican food spot for families or larger groups! The place has plenty of seating for big…read moreparties, and the service was great from start to finish. The food felt pretty authentic. The highlight of the meal was this giant chicken and steak burrito (a must-try that I'm 100% getting again) and the queso birria tacos, which were incredible. Highly recommend!

My partner and I was craving Mexican food, and if you've read my last Hispanic food review, you'd…read moresee that I mentioned that my partner is very critical of Hispanic food (because he is Hispanic), so when we decided to get Mexican food we decided to make the drive out to Kapolei from town to try a new spot. This spot is a very large establishment. They have a sports bar inside and a lot of seating in and outside (covered). We opted to sit outside and despite being decently busy, we were seated pretty quickly. Our waitress was friendly and we were able to order and get free chips and salsa (two kinds). We got: * Horchata: 7/10 this was okay. I don't usually care for horchata but my partner thought it wasn't bad (he's very picky about the horchatas here in Hawaii) * Carne Asada Torta: 10/10 WOW this was my first ever torta and it was SO GOOD. Ruined all other tortas for me since. My partner said it was the best torta he's had in Hawaii so far too. The bread was fluffy and light while having a very nice crust. It was cheesy and all the toppings went very well together. The carne asada was also pretty smokey and flavorful. MMM would drive back to Kapolei just for this again hah. * Carne Asada Quesadilla Grande: 6.7/10 this was okay too. I didn't realize that the toppings (pico, guac, sour cream) would be INSIDE of the quesadilla. First time I've had a quesadilla made this way, it was very... wet?... not TERRIBLE but a very different experience than I expected (and taste obviously) * California Fries: 5.7/10 literally the worse California fries I've had... but hey fries, cheese, and meat... can't go wrong with that. The cheese was more of a sauce than actual cheese. The fries weren't fresh. The meat was okay, same meat as the ones in the torta and quesadilla but, without all the toppings, the negatives couldn't be hidden (like the super chewy pieces, etc) * Birria Tacos: 4/10... Worse birria tacos I've had as well. The flavors just weren't coming through. The tortillas should have more color on it. Needs more cheese. The consommé should be more concentrated in my opinion. The only upside is they didn't skimp on the meat. The service was pretty quick and this seems like a solid spot for tortas (idk about some of the other items). Would probably be a good spot for a large party.

Gave an extra star because they have a big spot with plenty of seats and good food…read more They were supposed to auto-charge gratuity for our party of 6 which irritates me, but they didn't and took a chance. We had other meals for our party and everyone liked their food We checked out the Hawaiian food place nearby and it was very loud with live music, and this place was quiet enough for us to talk and hear each other All the meals were big enough for takeout of leftovers.

First time trying this place and I'm glad I gave it a chance. It definitely won't be my last…read moreeither! Came in around 2pm and surprised I made it during their lunch hour specials. We were immediately greeted when we entered by the entire staff. Our server Rebecca was very pleasant, informative and always checked in on us. Took advantage of their lunch hour specials. I did the math, it was about 30% cheaper than the already reasonable regular menu price. Ordered some queso dip with chips, 3 tacos, an enchilada plate that came with rice, beans and a taco. Everything we ordered was hot, made fresh, seasoned well and flavorful! Nothing was bland or cold at all. Super happy with my experience and glad I stopped by!

Service was good, yet they served us iced tea when we ordered Plantation Iced Tea. Prices are on…read morethe higher side. Presentation is lacking. A lonely burrito slapped on a barren plate, lacks imagination or creativity. Food quality was meh. We got there around 1pm on a Saturday and the place was empty. First off, to me everything had a fishy taste to it, even the salsa. I don't think I will be back to this place.

Great service and ambiance . Had the pleasure of trying the steak quesadilla and steak burrito …read more Steak quesadilla was phenomenal. The 30 dollar steak burrito didn't match the price and quality burrito was filled with mostly beans and rice and very sloppy when inspected on the inside

Mekiko Cantina is always one of the restaurants my family and I go to when on the Oahu island of…read moreHawaii. It's one of the main restaurants that a small group of hotels offer, along with a sports bar, Eggs and Things, Monkeypod, and a new poke place that's in the same shopping center with the ABC store. Mekiko Cantina sits in a gorgeous location right in front, with plumeria trees and green all around. They have indoor and outdoor seating, both are fine, but you do get the benefit of AC inside if it's too humid for your liking. Our family ordered and the food came out not too much longer. In the meantime, we got a chip platter and frozen mango alcoholic drinks which were tasty and a good size! The food is basic Mexican food, like tacos and rice and beans. It's all somewhat unseasoned though, meaning you should probably add something yourself. Truthfully, it's not the best Mexican food ever, but they offer a nice view, indoor and outdoor seating, a good atmosphere, and basic food. The service is fine, as we've never had an issue here with much. Additionally, this is one of the few restaurants that accept the meal vouchers that some of the hotels give to their guests to redeem, so if you do use the voucher, expect to pay for tax and tip, typically.

Good food and good service. The inside decor is fun and cheerful. It is a small restaurant, but…read morecomforting and quiet. Everything is fresh. They have a coffee flan, which was great for coffee lovers. I would definitely go again. The server was very sweet. Mahalo.

We had a difficult time finding the entrance (there was a truck blocking the signage--I'm assuming…read moreit was the owner's because they were unloading). We walked in and had to ask if they were open as we weren't immediately greeted. We got to choose our seats and tried to find the coolest spot because it was hot inside! According to the server--their ac was broken. It reminded us of traveling to Mexico and eating at the restaurants there . The decor is very similar and authentic to restaurants in Mexico. They even had lots of the candies found there surrounding their register area. The server was super friendly and attentive once we were seated, I just wish she would've written down our order instead of trying to take it all by memory as she got some things wrong with our order. Now onto the food. Mexican food in Hawaii is nothing to write home about. This was no exception. Our family of 4 ordered: the California Burrito, the super burrito (I actually ordered the chimichanga but it came out as a burrito), Birria tacos, Birria quesadilla, a bean and cheese burrito (the hubby's favorite thing to order at a Mexican restaurant) and because it was taco Tuesday--the carne asada street tacos (which I think the server forgot because we had to remind her) and the flan for dessert. The burritos were of good size and nicely filled. I enjoyed the super burrito but it needed the red sauce that was put on the table. The shrimp inside was very flavorful. My daughter loved her California burrito (it has French fries in it--lol). The birria was delicious--the consommé was pretty bland though. The bean and cheese burrito was cold in the middle and not as generously sized as the other burritos. The best thing that we had was the flan. I love flan and the texture of theirs was amazing. The sauce was a mixed review with the family. I liked it and the fact that there was a lot of it. There was a slight fridge taste but it was still delicious. My husband tried to make a suggestion about moving the large truck that was in front of the restaurant blocking the breeze from coming (remember the broken AC...and this is a hot August afternoon) but upon telling our server he felt dismissed. He was told that the AC was broken and supposedly to be fixed soon, but she didn't acknowledge his suggestion to move the vehicle to let some air in--it's disappointing that when a customer that takes the time to provide genuine feedback to be left feeling dismissed instead of appreciation for the feedback. I feel bad for whomever may have dined after us as it was mighty warm in there...

Perfect place to grab a quick burrito, reminds me of Moe's but better. Location is busy, but well…read morekept up with and clean. Prices are fair.

Paniolos is a clean establishment with a helpful staff. We say Paniolos is the Chipotle of Hawaii…read morebecause there are no Chipotle's in Oahu. We've been to this establishment twice and it's been disappointing both times because like Chipotle they are stingy with their food. They have spoons to scoop the rice, beans, proteins and veggies but they don't give you a spoonful. It was disappointing watching them spoon the Kalua pork into my keiki meals. The amount of pork was slightly above the lip of the spoon (just slightly) and they proceeded to empty the spoon to where it was well below a spoonful. (The idea being better to give them less over a little too much??) I didn't ask for more because I didn't want them to charge me for "extra" protein. Paniolos needs to do better and give customers their fair share. Unfortunately I didn't take photos but trust that this place isn't generous with its servings. I've tried a Paniolos steak burrito and it was bland. You'd assume it would be full of flavor because it's sitting in seasoned juices but it wasn't. The Kalua pork was flavorful. I gave 2 stars because it is very clean, the food was hot and the staff were nice.

Frida's is one of my weekly go-to spots and for good reason. Whether it's the Supreme Nachos,…read moreFrida's Fajitas, or the Birria Quesadillas, the food is always fresh, flavorful, and consistently good. The owner and staff provide genuine ʻohana-style customer service and always make you feel welcome. You can tell they care about both the food and the people they serve. The portions are generous, the prices are fair, and the quality is hard to beat. Great food, great service, and great value. And don't leave without trying the fried ice cream. Highly recommend!

Walk into their large dinning area. There were several tables seated. After taking a table by the…read morewindow, our server greeted us and presented the menu. Along with complimentary chips and salsa. Additionally, they brought out three house made hot sauces. Lots of choices to pick from on the menu. Service was meh. Prompt greeting, order taking then they hung out at the register. Food was excellent. Good quality ingredients. I like the crispy bits on the meat in my burrito. The beans reminded me of the homemade beans my neighbor used to cook for is.

I live on West Side, was so excited to see another Mexican food truck next to Coral Crater…read more Had to try and was so Happy I did. Delicious food!!! I'm from Cali so you know I have to get my fix. Come check this Local Family business. Keep up the great food to Nelly and Familia

CASH. ZELLE PAYPAL. NO CHARGE CARD…read more El Jalisciense offers authentic Mexican food. LOCATION Food truck can be found on Midway road. lots of space to pull over safely. FOOD I ordered Bria tacos ala carte. The meat was very soft and flavorful. I definitely will go back and try the chicken enchiladas. Price is about the same as the eating at a restaurant. $$ RECOMMENDED

Went for dinner on Thursday night. It was pretty empty, just one party outside and one party…read moreinside. There was a guitarist playing live music inside! You need a phone to get the QR for the menu. I went with the burrito and my friend got the enchiladas. They bring out complimentary chips and salsa. The food came out pretty fast and it was good and filling! The server came by to see if everything was ok. All in all a nice dinner with quick service. They started putting their chairs up on the tables at around 7:40pm. They close at 8:00 but once they started doing that, we got the hint and left.

Mexican was good, the burrito and enchiladas were pretty much just the meat and tortilla and sauce…read more Not too much else to it. The rice was delicious, and so was the salsa. The Gaucamole was OK. But if your craving mexican and are around, this will satisfy that. Service was quick, and the restaurant was not too busy, parking was also very convenient. We went on a saturday at lunch. Also had outdoor seating, and we were able to bring our dog.

The food are very Savory, no matter what you order , Lunch special offers only M-F , but let me…read moretell you how good and savory it is , you have to try it , the Service so great and we are planning to come back soon and try other seafood ALL TASTE LIKE HOME MADE , the service mentioned all made from the restaurant , PRICE is Right

Please note that this review is solely based off of my experience and NOT on the food because my…read morefamily and I walked out before given the opportunity to order. When we first got to the restaurant, the bartender asked us how many and then directed us to choose our seat. The music was very loud by the bar, so we elected to find a seat as far away from the music as possible. My family and I sat down and looked over the menu. Five minutes passed and no one came by our table nor acknowledged us, other than the bartender at the beginning. After ten minutes passed, a server past us twice, but we still didn't get any acknowledgement nor any water. So we elected to leave and go to a different seafood place. My family and I are pretty understanding people, and it would have been different if someone came by and said something along the lines of, "sorry guys, we're short staffed and will get your order in a bit," or "I'll be right over to take your order," just some type of acknowledgment. Instead we observed a server walk by us twice, look at us and continue to be on their way. That left a sour taste in our mouth and made us feel like we didn't belong. Second, it appeared as though other people were also waiting to either order, get their check, or their food. But the servers were more focused on the patrons at the bar than those on the table. Overall, we were disappointed by the service and decided to go somewhere else for our family dinner.