I don't usually write reviews... but the last few times I have been there, the host amber has been…read morethere and she makes the experience great just from your first step in the restaurant. Her calm and friendly demeanor is hard to come by these days.

Great food and even better service. Amber was fantastic from start to finish! Super attentive, high…read moreenergy, and extremely welcoming. It's rare to see someone bring that level of positivity to their work!

This was my first time trying this place, and it definitely did not disappoint! The food was…read moreabsolutely amazing--honestly, some of the best Mexican food I've ever tasted. Everything was delicious, and I'll definitely be coming back again. I would highly recommend this place to anyone looking for great Mexican food. Definitely give it a try--you won't regret it! The people were friendly and the place looks very clean.

Came back to The Spot for lunch and it was a hit for us…read more We had only been once about 5 years ago. Now they use the back room which is bigger to check out and it is a dining area too. The front has a small dining area but you no longer check out there. We ordered 3 sopes. I had one of the three, and ordered one taco. It was so tasty. Also ordered horchata which was also great. Their food was so tasty and we definitely enjoyed it. Four stars just because I wish they ordered shrimp and or fish but the food we received were great and we will def be back sooner. They are located in an older building in construction and the entrance is on the side of it. Don't let that appearance shy you away. Service was excellent, efficient, & friendly.

Although this restaurants decor is a bit tired and in need of updating, we are always served a very…read moresolid meal here with great service! Had the 2 for $25 deal with the new cheeseburger wonton tacos as the appetizer and the fiesta lime chicken, both were absolutely delicious!

I honestly cannot understand how this location is still operating in these conditions…read more We had eaten here several years ago and had such a terrible experience that I said I would never come back. This past Sunday, a family member invited us, and since we were his guests, we decided to give the restaurant another chance. Huge mistake. The first thing that shocked us was how absolutely FILTHY the place was. The air-conditioning vents were covered in an unbelievable amount of dirt and grime. When the parts of a restaurant that are directly above customers look that dirty, it makes you seriously question the cleanliness of everything you can't see. Then came the service. We were a party of seven, and our server decided not to write down a single order. We actually ASKED her if she wanted to take notes because there were seven of us. She confidently told us she didn't need to. Well, apparently she did, because -- surprise -- the orders came out wrong. We also ordered margaritas and piña coladas. After approximately 45 minutes of waiting in a practically EMPTY restaurant, what arrived was crushed ice with watery lime, coconut, and pineapple juice -- with no alcohol in the drinks at all. And we didn't come to that conclusion simply because we "couldn't taste it." My uncle is extremely sensitive and allergic to alcohol -- even a very small amount causes a reaction -- and he actually tried the drinks specifically because we were convinced there was no alcohol in them. Nothing happened. These were essentially non-alcoholic juice-and-ice drinks being served to us as cocktails. Yet, of course, we were charged for the alcoholic drinks we ordered. And somehow, the food managed to be even worse. The meat we were served was clearly previously cooked and reheated. This wasn't simply about the flavor. It was visibly dry, had that unmistakable shiny surface of reheated meat, and the texture and appearance made it obvious that this was not freshly prepared meat. It was absolutely disgusting. Throughout the meal, we repeatedly had to ask for basic things like napkins. The table itself was dirty. But my favorite part was the French onion soup. They brought us boiling hot soup with PLASTIC SPOONS. We asked for regular metal spoons, and the employee actually told us she would "see if they had any." Read that again. A sit-down restaurant was going to see if they had spoons. She never came back with them. This wasn't one small mistake or one employee having a bad day. It was an entire experience made up of poor service, incorrect orders, extremely long waits despite the restaurant being nearly empty, cocktails that contained no alcohol even though we were charged for alcoholic drinks, visibly reheated and dried-out meat, missing basic utensils, dirty tables, and a level of visible grime that was honestly disturbing. We gave this Applebee's a second chance after several years. There will absolutely not be a third.

What can you say, great service, great food and nice restaurant. It's a well laid out place lots of…read moredining choices. Outside patio also but not at 100+ degrees. Margaritas done well, the mini bar tacos were excellent and the burrito also a hit. The severs are friendly and right on top of everything.

I feel like I let you down. I just discovered Wicked Cantina, but it's been here for NINE YEARS!…read moreHow did I not know about this place???? Everything from the chips, the appetizers, the main corse and the drinks is fabulous. Enjoy Wicked Cantina! I know I'll keep coming back!

Tacos were on the menu for our last lunch for our FL work trip. We settled on Urban Taco and were…read morenot disappointed! A local, non-franchised taco joint in the Lakewood Ranch area. We got there at the perfect time, as there was no line. I love the colors of this place - bright and vibrant. The service was great and the food was yummy! It was so filling!

Consistently awesome! The staff is always very nice and polite. Tacos are still amazing. Love my…read moreTaco Tuesday!

We went here during a business trip and the food was good and very tasty. We typically sit at the…read morebar so I can't speak to the table service but it seemed like people were to be waiting a few minutes for service. It wasn't especially busy. The fajitas were definitely the item to have. But beware.... IT"S HUGE!!!! I had the upside down 7 layer dip with chips and salsa. It was good. I thought it would a small item but it was gigantic. Like something to be shared. They have posters about live music but we were there mid afternoon. Over all a good find.

I visited on two consecutive nights and had vastly different experiences…read more On the first visit, I dined in and was immediately acknowledged by our server, who was attentive throughout the meal, frequently checking on my drink and ensuring we were comfortable. Even when we accidentally stayed past closing time, she politely informed us without making us feel rushed. The food itself was decent--not exceptional, but very reasonable for the price. The second day, I opted for takeout and had a completely different experience. I walked in and sat at the same table, but no one acknowledged me for about 15-20 minutes, despite there being only one other occupied table in the restaurant. Just as I was about to leave and find another place to eat, a server rushed over to apologize for the delay. When my order was ready, a different employee was about to mistakenly give it to another table. When he offered it to me and I inquired about the order to make sure it was mine, he admitted he wasn't sure and had to check. A few minutes later, yet another person simply asked if I had ordered takeout and handed me the bag. At this point, I waited another 5-10 minutes just to pay. When the original server finally returned, he asked if I had checked the contents of the bag--a strange question, considering it should be their responsibility to ensure accuracy. I took the server's question at face value, but it's very possible that they were being sarcastic. At that point, it didn't matter what was in the bag. I had to leave to go work. Again, the food was acceptable. However, it was not worth the wait and hassle. Though the first visit was fine, the poor service the very next day was remarkable. To make things worse, the restaurant didn't even include utensils in the bag. It's well apparent that some of the staff could benefit from training. When reviewing restaurants on Yelp, I think it's important to set fair expectations based on the type of establishment. This place seems geared towards a lively atmosphere, so I adjusted my expectations accordingly. However, even considering the dining category, certain standards should still be met Lastly, a restaurant that is capable of providing such subpar service probably shouldn't prompt for a minimum 25% tip on takeout orders at their credit card terminal. That was laughable and I am at least grateful for having a good laugh on the way out.

Another great experience dining out for Mexican food. The servers are amazing, the atmosphere is…read morelively and festive, and the food and drinks are the best! I forgot to take pictures of our tacos, was too hungry to remember but the margs and my spicy wife I did manage to capture

We have eaten here VERY OFTEN until today. The crowds are small these summer days. The reason could…read morebe the blaring noise the employee called "Spanish music". It is the loudest compilation of bullshit similar crap music that sounds like Cher and her synthesizer designed to make you chew fast and get the hell out uncomfortably quick with the synthesizer and same beat in each piece. We like REAL Mexican music and even Mariachi. If you like an uncomfortable experience this might be for you. If you wanted a meal worth chewing, you came to the wrong place. Get out! PS we loved the staff until they missed having our back today. We did tip over 30% and enjoyed our time with you. Yes, we were here on your very first opening Day One and several times a week since. You have lost us!!! We were your easiest customers to profit from especially in the off season as we are not snowbirds and support the team in the slow summers. The problem is all mine of course because I come here too often. That, I can do something about. I can't take it anymore! Looped SYNTHESIZER MEXICAN MUSIC WITH A STUPID LIMPING DONKEY TYPE BEAT IS AGAINST THE LAW IN FLORIDA! Badump bom bom! Badump bom bom! Badump bom bom! Every fucking song! Please stop playing the SAME ridiculous music and try to rotate some good Mexican music into the playlist. There are millions of better choices that would add nicely to your establishment. Gringo out!

There's NO "authentic Mexican food" in Bradenton. It's ALL actually "Tex Mex". EXCEPT Maria's at…read morethe Red Barn. The cooks are right there preparing the food in front of you, and the menu items you don't find at other Mexican eateries. When you see Mexicans in line you know it's the real thing. And Carlitos is friendly, fast processing the orders, and will answer any questions about the menu, since you might not be familiar with the dishes. BUT!!! Everything is delicious.

Best tacos on town!!! Authentic Mexican food! My daughters from Northern Va. My nephew from New…read moreYork and My sister from Arizona fly into Sarasota airport and before coming to my house, they want to Stop at Maria's for lunch! Great food

The food was delicious and authentic. The service was quick was just so delicious Ludy has a…read moremasterpiece. I will go back time and time again for many lunches and tacos and burritos

Very solid Mexican restaurant! The salsa had some good heat and it was cool that they make their…read morechips homemade. I had the chicken fajitas and my husband had the chicken milanesa. We were both very satisfied with our meals. The vibe felt very authentic and comfortable, which we appreciated. Service was a little slow, but understandable considering how busy it was. Our waitress was very sweet, we liked her a lot. I did wish the meals had a bit more flavor to them, but everyone has different preferences. Would come again!

Great "hole in the wall" type joint. Service was cordial, quick and great tasting salsa roja sauce…read morefor the enchiladas. The horchata was fresh and tasted delicious. The beans are rice had nice flavor too, nothing was overbearing or spicy. Salsa and chips on point too. Guacamole needed a hint of salt but that's probably on me. I was surprised they had a kids menu which was nice for my girlfriend's niece. Will be back!