GET THE SHRIMP TACOS! Solid spot with great service. The food is always good, and very reasonably priced. Also, I always appreciate a restaurant that tells us the kids' portion is so big that my two kids can split the main portion! Their queso is also a family favorite. read more

I'm always on the lookout for a good Mexican restaurant, in case I need a burrito all of a sudden, for emotional reasons. Amigos Cantina might be the place to go in Kirkwood, which strikes me as the kind of place where the spice level is often inquired about. I'm not even sure if there's a Taco Bell nearby. I did a five-mile run before I sat down to eat, but it was mostly through residential areas. I kept the volume at a reasonable level, out of respect. I never actually went into the restaurant. A member of our group went in and requested a table for like 12, but then we just ended up sitting at the tables out front, on the sidewalk. We were considering those tables anyway, as connoisseurs of al fresco dining, but someone said there was also a patio out back. If the interior is anything like the sidewalk out front, I'm sure it's just lovely. The signage reminds me of the branding on one of those taco kits you get at the grocery store. I consulted Copilot while I was at work, doing desk calisthenics, getting myself pumped up. You may recall that I also sought its counsel before a trip to a Jersey Mike's a while back. (If they've yet to release a version of it in Italy, they might consider calling it Consigliere.) Specifically, I asked it the best thing to order. It recommended a few entrees featuring the shrimp, which must be highly regarded, and a certain kind of margarita. I can't remember which margarita it was, and I didn't end up ordering it. Separately, I saw where someone posted a picture of a flight of margaritas, and I knew I just had to have that. I've been obsessed with flights of drinks since I saw one was available at a brewery I recently visited. I didn't get one, and I've been kicking myself ever since. It might be my life's greatest regret. With the flight, you get to pick four of six available flavors. I got the peach, amaretto, raspberry and pomegranate, and I know one of the other available flavors was orange. It comes in its own custom tray, designed to be carried without being spilled. Each one is a decent-size drink, but they're not especially stiff. Ayo! As you might suspect, given the (overall) amount of alcohol you get, it's not exactly top shelf. But it's not the Kool-Aid-tasting swill that comes from a dispenser either. Of the four I got, I preferred the peach and raspberry to the amaretto and pomegranate. I went with Cilantro Lime Shrimp, which *was* in fact one of the recommendations from my trusty copilot. It was great! It's served over rice, so it kinda soaks up the liquid from the shrimp, but without becoming overly soupy. They obviously make these all the time and have gotten it down to a science. They fan out the shrimp on the plate so it seems like they've given you more than they have, but it's still a pretty decent amount, for a dish that's not that expensive. It's garnished with fajita-like peppers and a surprisingly piquant, erm, pico. The lime really sets it off. It's served with tortillas, and I packed each one with a bit of rice in addition to shrimp, peppers and what have you. It made for a surprisingly hearty meal, like one of those cans of soup that's advertised primarily to men. If, for some reason, I find myself in the area again, and I'm in need of a burrito, I'll be back, and hopefully I'll take a look inside and explore the menu further. read more

Amigos Cantina - Cilantro Lime Shrimp - Mexican Near Me - Kirkwood, Missouri

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Uugghh, I hate to change my review but after a few times, I must provide an update. I usually order takeout and lately the quality has not been consistent. My order was wrong and I'm glad I checked before leaving. Staff was nice about it but it took a long time to correct a minor item. By this time, my other items are getting cold and soggy waiting over 10 minutes to correct their mistake. The chips are stale/old or just not heated. Mind you, this was ordered 3 hours before closing. It's a shame because this was our go-to place but I think we need to give them a break. read more

I went with a few couples on a Friday night and it was good. The margarita was the highlight of my meal. The rice was nothing special. The fish tacos were good but nothing to rave about. Overall a good spot for quick Mexican but nothing compared to other Mexican restaurants around the area. The service was great. I would return over time. read more

Amigos Cantina - Grilled Fish Tacos - Mexican Near Me - Kirkwood, Missouri

We came here on a Saturday afternoon. We were seated right away. The service was excellent. Everything came quickly and the servers were friendly. We ordered the chicken & steak fajitas. It didn't come out sizzling which was fine but it also wasn't very hot. The beans, rice, and tortillas weren't very hot either. However, the flavor was good! I think the chicken and steak were a little dry but they were tender. The chips and salsa was good. The salsa was a little spicy but it was good! Overall I would come again if I was in the area but I would try something else on the menu since there are so many options. read more

Amigos Cantina - Chicken and steak fajitas - Mexican Near Me - Kirkwood, Missouri

Good service, good food. We enjoyed our meal on the covered patio. Parking in Kirkwood can be challenging, but we were able to park across the street on free community lot. read more

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After seeing a fantastic performance of NJT's "The Wanderers" at the J's Wool Studio Theatre in Creve Coeur, we made our way to Kirkwood to find a place for dinner. When we passed Amigos Cantina, it was so colorful and inviting that it wasn't hard to decide on this place for dinner. A few outdoor, out-front tables created a pleasant place for people-watching with a drink, while the inside dining room and large covered back patio provided plenty of space for couples, families, and larger groups. The chips served before the meal were noticably good! While the salsa (medium) was a bit too hot for me to enjoy for long, the chips wrre perfectly cooked and seasoned and served warm--some of the best restaurants tortilla chips I've had! I started my order with un sangria rojo, which contained vino tinto (red wine), brandy, peach Schnapps, cinnamon, and muddled fruit juices. It was fantastic! For dinner, I enjoyed three tacos de portobello with avocado verde sauce, all on corn tortillas. The portobello slices and roasted peppers in my tacos were nicely seasoned, while the corn pudding it came with was FAN.TAS.TIC! With five or so different salsas and two types of tortillas to choose from, the tacos could have a variety of tastes. And, mine were so good that I may have to get them again next time with a different sauce! My partner got the stuffed pablano pepper, which was stuffed with seasoned shredded chicken, walnuts, raisins, and spices, topped with a goat cheese cream sauce (which I took some of for one of my tacos!). He says it was delicious, as were the beans and rice it came with. The pepper was a bit sweet, and the goat cheese cream sauce was light and savory. Our server was great, too, keeping our water glasses full and providing recommendations when requested. Ambiance: 5 Food: 5 Drinks: 5 Service: 5 OVERALL: 5 Over all, the deliciously savory (yet not too heavy) food, fantastic covered back patio, and great sangria earns Amigos Cantina a perfect score in my book. I look forward to bringing friends here! read more

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Met a friend for lunch here, a rainy day so we sat inside (very cool vibe!), we were seated immediately and they brought chips and salsa (no charge!) we of course ordered margaritas (they are so good here!) I ordered the pork chimichanga, amazing!!! My gf ordered the Amigos Carnitas, so much food and wow!!! Of course we had food to take home as the servings are huge! If you like Mexican, come and check out Amigos Cantina...so good!!! read more

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The service was excellent and the food was superb as well. The chicken quesadillas were very flavorful and filling.

This spot is so adorable on the outside, so my hopes were high. Love a habanero margarita, and this one didn't disappoint, though not my favorite ever. My meat was a little fatty and I thought my meal lacked some flavor, but the salsa verde that was served with it made up for it. We were sat very quickly and had excellent service. They have a cute little patio where we sat. The decor and ambiance make it feel very authentic. Not a bad little spot to get the night started. read more

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Kirkwood has a lot of restaurants, but we somehow hadn't tried this one out yet. I'm always in search of a good, authentic Mexican restaurant. Well, as authentic as possible. I would definitely say Amigos Cantina is on the Americanized end of the spectrum. The atmosphere was loud but cute and somewhat authentic. The booths are really hard and could really use some cushions. However, the food and drinks were delicious. The margaritas were amazing. We also started with the Monterey Jack Cheese Dip, which is only $3 for a pretty decent portion size. Between the complimentary salsa and the cheese dip, we were pretty happy. The rest of our entrees were great too. Shockingly, this place has great Chicken Tenders. Don't ask me why, but they tasted like they were made in house. The only reason for a 4 star rating is the service. Our server charged our card for a $104 bill and our bill was only $47. She reversed the charge but it took like 20 minutes for her to figure it out. A 5 star atmosphere/food experience marred by 2 star service. We've never been charged wrong like that, but we would come back and hope we get a different server. read more

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This place slaps! Awesome service, quick, fast-paced fun. For this visit, I ordered the Felijado Burrito w/ Carnita meat. There are different sauces smothered on top, in sections. So, as you travel down the burrito, new flavors enter, keeping it fresh. ***Dimly lit establishment, the tables scattered throughout make good use of wall division designation to create an intimate atmosphere. 10/10*** read more

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I was there with a friend last Friday. The weather happened to be really nice so we were able to sit out on the patio/porch. It is always a pleasure to sit out there and watch the sunset. The service is spot on. Chips and salsa are delivered promptly and drink orders submitted right behind it. There is one word that comes to mind when I eat here....fresh. The food is always fresh, hot and tasty. I usually get the fajitas, but last Friday, I got the shrimp taco special and my friend ordered the fried fish tacos - I had one of each - both were outstanding!! read more

Ate dinner outside with friends. Food is not even mediocre. Cannot order individual tacos. Only option is to get a three taco meal where each taco can only be the same kind. Could not even order a customized margarita (just tequila and fresh limes) since the server said they don't have any limes juice. Will never go back if I can help it. So many amazing Mexican restaurants in St. Louis to choose from. read more

I've been going to Amigos for as long as I can remember, back in it's opening days, and it has never once let me down. El Porche (their back patio) is my favorite, heated in the winter and open-air in the summer, but the inside is always nice too with funky Mexican decor. Something I'll always count on is their chips and salsa, and they bring as many refills as you'd need. I'm obsessed with their inspired seafood (shrimp stuffed poblano pepper and spicy Mexican white fish), but you cannot go wrong with anything on the menu. FIRE margaritas too. I love Amigos a lot and I don't think my family will ever stop going. read more

While walking the streets and browsing my mom and I decided to have a Mexican meal . Upon walking in no wait , we were seated immediately. Restaurant dark and sultry. Plenty of seating . Staff were friendly. I ordered a margarita flight which was delicious and priced at $16. Wanting to try something new I opted for amigas carnitas. Main meat pork shoulder. My mom opted for shrimp poblano pepper. I attached menu below for ingredients and pricing. Now my meal the amigas carnitas was just ok. The pork shoulder was cooked to perfection but the meal itself sounds better than it actually is. Everything came that was supposed to come I just was not impressed. My mom dish the shrimp poblano she hated. This description stated sautéed shrimp but it must be sautéed down to a puree, it was invisible looking like a dip sauce. Thank god our server was able to replace it with another dish of buffalo chicken tenders but that was not impressive either . Either way the service and compassion was there so we were not mad. Will we be back, probably not but overall it was an ok experience. read more

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We stopped in for dinner and got the spicy fish and mono shrimp. Both dinners came out quick and were hot and fresh tasting. We never had to ask for refills on water or chips. Server was friendly and quick. The restaurant is decorated like most Mexican restaurants and has some music playing in the background. Fun place to grab a bite and hang out. We had fun and enjoyed our dinner! read more

Skinny margaritas were fantastic. I liked Taco Tuesday fare, pork belly not so much. So after shopping in Kirkwood I went back for more for dinner to give it another chance. Dumb idea. I got home with it and it was pretty darn gross taco meat. Picture attached. Basically, sent an email to Amigos stating the obvious. I was expecting a reply, nothing. I always give a restaurant a chance to respond if I have an issue before I post. So the pork belly was nothing but gross fat. See for yourself. read more

Amigos Cantina - Mexican Near Me - Kirkwood, Missouri

Downtown Kirkwood is bustling with great spots so parking is challenging but you can eventually find a spot within a couple blocks. Sitting at the bar is enjoyable if you can't find a spot on the patio. The bartenders are usually really talkative and friendly. On a nice day, the patio is pleasant and above the parking level. The portions are all very substantial, and nice flavored. I enjoyed the meat lovers which provided a sampling of chicken, pork and beef. All had their unique toppings. The only thing I'd love to see are some changes to the side sauces. I think they could create a more robust set of really special flavored sauces to enhance everything more so. But everything's always good and a great value overall! The margaritas are always yummy here as well. My jalapeño marg had fresh peppers with seeds. This is a great place for a family, date or friends night out. read more

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I live in KIRKWOOD in this Mexican restaurant is one of my favorite places. Of course the margarita is the best thing there but you gotta have some food too. I like the fajitas and the quesadillas and there's a chicken dish that comes with a creamy white sauce. I can't remember the name of it. I go there often. The ambience is cute for a Mexican theme. read more

One of my pals wanted to go here. It's her favorite Mexican restaurant. She loves the fish dish. Apparently it's a lot of people's favorite place. This place was busy. I love to see that. We sat down and our waiter immediately came up with water and chips/salsa. We didn't even get our coats off. That's service!! I tried the salsa that we were given and it was WAY too hot for me. (As you know, I'm a wuss with heat.) Soooo I wanted something to eat with my chips so guacamole was the choice. I'm starting to think that Mexican restaurants are giving out hot salsa to get the wusses at the table to spend more. I told the waiter and he was surprised. I planned on getting the fish as well but after talking to the waiter he said it would be too hot for me. I ordered a chicken fajita burrito which is my go to at new (to me) Mexican restaurants. This one started out really good. However, the green sauce on the burrito was too hot so I didn't get to finish that third. The margaritas were good, the guacamole was good, the chips were fresh, parking sucked, place was clean and very fun. I'd go again. read more

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Poor service, we were seated immediately, but waited a long time for a waitress and our food. Server was not friendly at all. When we did get our food two out of the four of us had cold food. The waitress was no where to be found and never checked on us. The atmosphere is typical nothing out of the ordinary. read more

Did lunch at Amigo's today. Truly enjoyed the meal. Had a Topo Chico and it was ice cold. The Mexican Salad was huge, fresh and delicious. Their vinaigrette dressing is awesome. I also had the Spicy Mexican Fish. It was cooked perfect and all the accoutrements really complemented the fish. Service team was on point too. I'll be back here to enjoy that fish again and again. read more

Amigos Cantina - Mexican Salad top. Spicy Mexican Fish bottom. Both so good. - Mexican Near Me - Kirkwood, Missouri

Stopped at Amigos on a weeknight to meet a friend for an early dinner. We shared a small order of the Monterey Jack Cheese Dip. It had a very nice flavor. I really liked the salsa as well. It had some heat to it and I like that. Usually the table salsa has no flavor at most restaurants. For dinner I ordered the Meat Lovers Enchiladas that had chicken, pork, and beef with red sauce, cheese sauce, and green sauce. Everything was good. It's a great dish to order if you're not sure exactly what you want that way you can try different things. My dinner date got the fajitas and was pleased. The service was friendly and speedy. I will definitely be back. read more

Amigos Cantina - Chips, Salsa, & Monterey Jack Cheese Sauce - Mexican Near Me - Kirkwood, Missouri

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Service wasn't great. We were sat immediately and served chips and salsa but had to ask the manager who our server was after waiting for 10 minutes. The manager took our drink order and we waiting another 10 for those. Food is fine but we almost didn't wait long enough to find out. read more

Food is always amazing here. We always get the cilantro lime shrimp. Servers are kind and welcoming.

Service is excellent! We hadn't been in for several years (only because our go-to Mexican places tend to be in the town we live in), but we met up with others for lunch. I didn't look at my past Yelp review and ended up ordering the same thing as I have in the past. I ordered the pick two and got one beef taco and one beef taco puff with a side of rice and beans. The beef is so, so good. read more

Amigos Cantina - Amigos Taco Puff and Tacos Americana - Mexican Near Me - Kirkwood, Missouri

Pros: diet Dr. pepper, chicken, cheese, and cilantro/lime rice was delicious, chips and queso were good! Service was good, we had a friendly waitress! The building was so approachable with their bright colors and we were welcomed and sat immediately. Cons: no sweet tea, single bowl salsa app, salsa must've used canned tomatoes (not sure if those are your thing either), on a nachos entree, they used shredded cheese rather than queso, couldn't substitute fries for the rice in the meal mentioned in pros. Just some things that may help you in your decision for your next dinner! read more

This little gem of a Mexican restaurant is located right in the heart of Kirkwood off Jefferson. I was not familiar with it but I will be going back. The food was great, the place was packed, and the menu extensive. I recently found out that most Mexican restaurants make their own chips. Amigo's chips were so good they were almost addicting. We got the fajita burrito which was huge, bursting with all sorts of flavors and had just enough cheese on it that it wasn't drowning in it. The spicy Mexican fish was perfect in that it wasn't too spicy but very flavorful seasoned with their own house made rub, seared and topped with a zesty yogurt sauce. If you are looking for a very good non chain Mexican restaurant, and don't want to drive too far, Amigos is it, right on the heart of the neighborhood! read more

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Food was very delicious and flavorful. I really enjoy authentic Mexican food, and hit the nail on this one. The corn they give you on the side was delicious and sweet and very moist. The drinks were deli's as well. The service was amazing. Our server was very knowledgeable of the menu and gave great recommendations. The inside was very clean,spacious and dim lit. Can't wait to go again and try more food. read more

Amigos Cantina - Margarita flight - Mexican Near Me - Kirkwood, Missouri

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Enjoyed the complementary chips and salsa. Good service--our waitress, Sandra, was attentive. My girlfriend and I both had (chicken) enchiladas verdes and strawberry frozen margaritas, which were delicious. The salsa verde was particularly good, and the portions were generous. The frozen margaritas were a little thin, but the taste made up for it. Not at all busy on a Sunday at 2:30 PM. read more

Amigos Cantina - Enchiladas (3) - Mexican Near Me - Kirkwood, Missouri

Food is great and the staff is responsive. Also have great margaritas! One of our regular go-to dinner spots.

When my daughters visit we ALWAYS have lunch here. We love walking around kirkwood and then enjoying a good meal. Everyone is always so friendly, love the atmosphere and the food is amazing!!! I recommend it to anyone looking for great Mexican cuisine. Absolutely love this place. read more

Thought we'd try to give this place another chance since Session Taco has declined in quality and it's the only other chips and salsa place in downtown Kirkwood. Bad idea. The salsa was so hot I couldn't eat it. The crab cakes were less crab than cornbread and were oddly covered in a can of black olives with the juice dumped I guess because the sauce was watery and horrible. Our waitress also visibly made an annoyed face because we were just ordering appetizers. I will not be back and I wish downtown Kirkwood had restaurants that feel like they need to try. read more

Amigos Cantina - Runny sauce covered in black olives - Mexican Near Me - Kirkwood, Missouri

We split a chicken burrito for a small lunch, and it was great! It's smaller than your typical burrito, but it was still good. The back patio was so fun to sit out on! Strawberry margarita was amazing. read more

Amigos Cantina - Chicken burrito with rice and black beans - Mexican Near Me - Kirkwood, Missouri

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This was my first time here and was surprised this place has been around for 15 years (and I'm just now trying it)! The most interesting thing about the atmosphere here is the covered patio. I really enjoyed being able to sit outside and watch people walking by. The decorations are kinda funky too, which I like! The vibe is very casual and fun. The service was warm and friendly and attentive.....when drinks were empty, the server was right there. The drinks were the highlight of the food experience. My table ordered a bevy of Silver and Black Cadillac Margaritas and they were delicious . I ordered a yummy cup of Pazole soup and the Meat Lovers Enchaladas....a chicken, beef and pork trio with green sauce and cheesy red sauce along with black beans and rice. My wife and daughter shared the Chicken, Steak and Shrimp fajitas. The chips and salsa was adequate. Overall, we all enjoyed the food but it was not remarkable.....good enough it was. Drinks were great and I enjoyed small touches like the use of paper straws. Another plus was the ability to reserve a table on the patio as many restaurants don't allow such these days. I feel like this spot is a kind of hidden gem, so am looking forward to coming back again. read more

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The margaritas were amazing, so that's worth it! The four in my party ordered 3 margaritas and a beer at the bar while waiting & the bartender assumed one of us was paying for all. We ended up having to Venmo the one girl b/c he ran all the drinks on her card. Our server at the table stunk too! He dumped a whole margarita on my foot and friend's leg/dress. He did apologize, but that was the extent. He was like molasses serving in any way though. Barely checked on us! The queso is weird, so I'd never order that again! Just weird! We ordered another round of margaritas at 5:50, then were charged regular price. It was only a dollar, so we didn't say anything b/c we didn't want to wait another eternity to get our ticket back to leave! His tip definitely suffered! The food was Americanized & not as good as other favorites I have, but this is a gem for margaritas only! Have your margaritas and move on! read more

Great restaurant and great food but DO NO ORDER TO GO FOOD. They will mess up your order far more often than they get it correct. The wait staff and bartenders are great. The hosts/togo order takers are terrible. read more

My husband and I have come here a couple of times before heading to trivia next door. The first time we both got margaritas and didn't really like them. But the food was delicious! I got the shrimp and chicken fajitas and I'm pretty picky on my meat protein, but they were SO good. The shrimp was a little flavorless, but the chicken was very tender and flavorful. The next time we went I just got the chicken fajitas and they were just as delicious! The fajita presentation and amount of good is great. You will definitely not leave hungry! read more

Service was slow and required repeated requests for utensils, salt, etc. birthday ice cream was initially comped, but after closing out the server chased after us for $7.64 for the dessert on a different card, saying my bank declined the charge. Checked with the bank, they said untrue. Server Asked for cash tip claiming tip was declined which I provided. waiting to see if they also try to hit the card for the tip originally put on it. Avoid "cheese dip" which tasted more like white gravy. Carnitas were good, guacamole was great, mango margaritas were average. read more