In May we went to Matador in Charleston, SC…read more We as a family love Happy Hours and we try and find different places to go and experience. This restaurant was not disappointing at all. They had a nice selection of drinks and food to choose from. Our server was very nice and she always came back to check on us. The atmosphere was cool. Nice restaurant with a nice bar area. The food was very good. Different but very tasty. The drinks were also very good.

Not sure what was right with this place besides the tap water and the amazing hostess…read more The drinks were decent, and the service was good, so I'll give them credit for that. But the seating? I'm not even sure I'd call those booths. Somehow, they managed to make them less comfortable than the stools at the bar. We ordered three different tacos, and every single one was overwhelmingly spicy. Not the kind of heat that complements the flavor, but the kind that completely destroys it. At that point, I couldn't tell whether the spice was masking the flavor or hiding the fact that there wasn't any to begin with. Oddly enough, everything seemed to be missing salt, except the chips and salsa, which had plenty. Unfortunately, the chips were burnt, so even that was a disappointment. Three stars for the friendly service, decent drinks, and especially the fantastic hostess. As for the food, I'd rather taste what I'm eating than have my taste buds assaulted into submission.

Best Mexican food in Charleston. Moved from NY, lived here five years, tried a lot of Mexican…read morerestaurants in area, this is best I have found, hands down. Food, drinks, atmosphere and service, all amazing. I will make the drive to come here every time I want Mexican, it's that good.

Food was not close to expectations. The beans were watered down and overly runny. I had the steak…read morechimichangas and was greatly disappointed as the meat was not an enjoyable consistency and it hit none of the flavors you would expect. Service was good and ambiance was good. Won't be going back!

We had an incredible time with friends at Lewis' 9th Annual Hatch Chile Roast! Such a great day…read morefilled with delicious food from some of Charleston's best chefs and restaurants (too many to count) along with live music and an amazing, positive atmosphere. Even better, it was all for a wonderful cause! Proceeds benefited The Green Heart Project, supporting students through hands on learning in school gardens and urban farms. A fantastic event, great food and an even greater cause. Can't wait for next year! Cheers!

Rancho Lewis for lunch is a must do. Not very busy, great music, and spectacular food. My dad and I…read morestopped after we toured around the magnolia cemetery in Charleston. I got the fajita steak platter. It comes with onions, peppers, and a roasted chili pepper, the tortillas she serves you are hot and in a little container it also comes with some rice, guac, lettuce, and limes, and then they have a chips and salsa bar, which has a green, medium, and a hot salsa along with some cilantro, limes, and pico de gallo. You have to come and eat here. The food is absolutely amazing the inside it's giving a feeling of wild West meets modern Day Mexican. I had a margarita and oh my God it's so strong and my dad had a beer. They cook on my steak fajitas is absolutely perfect. There is a great mix of fatty pieces versus medium pieces and a pair extremely well with the hot sauce from the salsa bar.

Dinner tonight was awesome!!! The food is great and the…read moreatmosphere is fun. Our server, Alyssa enhancement our experience and was extremely professional. We are excited to return for more... Special thank you to Alyssa for the V.I.P. treatment

Back at Mex 1 for lunch!! Great Staff here at this location very friendly and helpful!! Sitting…read moreat the bar area and always cool vibe here at Mex 1!! Awesome food love the menu. Of course I am stuck on the Fresco Salad with Ancho Chicken and Chipotle Ranch Dressing!! Yummy goodness as usual! Easy 5 Stars !!

Came here while I was in town on a Bach trip. We were a big group and the restaurant accommodated…read moreus well. To drink I ordered a Lychee-Tini and it was delicious!!! As a lychee martini lover, they're harder to find the further away from Miami I get so I was so happy to see it here on the menu!! Several of the girls in our group decided we would split the sushi boat and it was a great decision. We all picked rolls we wanted and they came out so pretty and tasted really fresh. Some other girls ordered their own dishes and enjoyed them as well. One girl in our group ordered the birria ramen and she loved it. She said it was SPICY and the best ramen she's ever had. As a non- spicy person, I had to take her word for how good it was. Would definitely recommend this place if you're in the area! We were dressed up but it seems pretty casual.

Vibes were great. Food was delish. Drinks were great. Service was great (thank you Josie!). I…read moreordered 3 street tacos (Philly, carne asada, and birria) and they were phenom!! My friends ordered the crispy rice, nachos, and quesadilla and all were great! Not terribly over busy. One downside - we were sat by the gong and after something (couldn't figure out fully what that was make a sake shot) they get to ring the gong. Make sure you pack your earplugs if sat below it like we were!

I go here way more than any person should My go tos are…read morethe queso, chimichanga and Mexican tacos. My roommates favorite is the fried fish. The margaritas are pretty good and the staff is so sweet to me!

We made the mistake of dropping in on Cinco de Mayo without thinking about it as other than any…read moreother day. Lots of other people did the same thing. Fortunately we were early enough to get a place to sit before the line formed out the door. The biggest complaint was the service. They appeared to be terribly understaffed for even a regular day. Service was sooooo slow. Hard to get even water refills. The food did arrive hot. It was very typical Mexican style food. I had a chicken macho burrito. The chicken was overcooked and it had a two shrimp in the filling. Fortunately I have no allergies to shellfish and actually like shrimp but his could have been disastrous for someone else. The restaurant was very loud and could also use some updates. In spite of the large crowd, and being grossly overworked, the staff remained helpful and friendly to the best of their ability which I give them kudos for considering the situation. Probably won't come back.

Server was pretty nonchalant and not personable at all…read more Bowl seemed larger than before, also new dinnerware. Chips are at the table before you can even check out the menu, they're always on it. Bowl was amazing as usual. Guacamole was so good and pico was as fresh as ever.

One of my favorite Mexican restaurants in Charleston! Staff is always really kind and attentive…read more Service is clean and fast, food is always good. I will say, I did notice they recently changed their menu and prices :/ upsetting but understandable.

Bartaco is always one of our go-to spots whenever we're shopping along King Street. It's the…read moreperfect place to take a break, grab a bite, and recharge before heading back out. One thing I really appreciate is their QR code ordering system. You can order at your own pace, whether you're looking for a quick meal between shopping stops or want to settle in and enjoy a more relaxed dining experience. It's a simple system that makes the whole experience feel effortless. Our group's go-to order is the trio appetizer to share, followed by one or two tacos each. Everything is flavorful and just the right portion size, making it easy to mix and match different tacos each visit. Bartaco is almost always busy, so expect a 10-30 minute wait during peak times. Thankfully, with so many shops nearby, the wait goes by quickly and is well worth it. Between the convenient location, good food, and laid-back atmosphere, it's a spot we find ourselves coming back to again and again.

Location: located on king street where all the shopping area is at…read more Service: it was a bit confusing. Didn't see our waiter right away which could have been because it was busy. And you have to write your order on a sheet and if you need help you put up a card on the table then someone can assist you. But not like a regular restaurant where they check in on you. If it was your first time, it's definitely not like a regular restaurant. Atmosphere: had a bar and plenty of seating but they seemed to be very busy over the weekend. Open layout and clean. Food: hummus bowl, chicken tinga tacos, cauliflower taco. The chicken tinga tacos were incredibly good and had a smoky flavor. Cauliflower was a good vegetarian option. The hummus bowl was flavorful but a little dry but there are different sauces on the table to try Parking: parking on side of street but gets busy on weekends where you may not be able to park. More of a walkable area

Top in food, service,inside always clean. Here on a couples getaway, last time here was 5 years…read moreago. And I can tell you that have you ever gone somewhere and see that they've missed a stiffer to or almost as good well you don't find that here it's just this top-notch now as it was 5 years ago.

Charged me $2 for a small tub of sour cream. $8 for child cheese quesadilla. I dont mind paying for…read moregood food, but this is greedy. Sorry. Will not go back again.

Wow. What an amazing, neighborhood Mexican restaurant. Let me first start by saying the service was…read moreexcellent. Attentive, quick, friendly. Cannot complain there. Our skinny, spicy margs were some of the best in town. The only reason for 4 star is that the taco and enchilada on my combo plate could have used some more flavor. They were both just missing that extra oomf. Overall, great Friday night spot!

Damaged window blind and apathetic management. My husband…read morewas on crutches and had to slide into a booth where a Roman shade was missing the protective cap on the bottom. The blind had been lowered and was laying on the backrest of the booth seat. The man identified to be the manager said they usually put the blind behind the booth but when I pointed out that if were not damaged and missing the protective end cap then it wouldn't have scratched my husband so badly, he was very dismissive and told the waitress in Spanish to give us our check so we could leave. So, here's the picture and a review for your business.