I had long time friends come in to town from Chicago and wanted to bring them somewhere I could be confident they would enjoy. Having been here once before I knew Blanco wouldn't let me down and they didn't! If you are lucky enough to be seated in Austin's section he will be attentive, professional and personable. Dinner was delicious and the margaritas were spot on. If you find yourself in the Tempe/ASU area you can't go wrong coming here. read more

Absolutely amazing! Met the girls for lunch and the food and service was awesome! We will be back for sure. Thank you to our server Jackson for being one of a kind read more

Just had a girls lunch here.. my first time at Blanco and daaaang, yummy!! Jackson and Callie were our servers... professionalism, service and kindness top notch! Food came out so fast and was delicious. Im also a salsa snob and it was stellar! Will be back! read more

So my friends and I gathered here for happy hour to celebrate my birthday and we had so much fun! While their happy hour ends quite early, 5 PM, some of us were able to squeeze in a drink or two before the deadline, we shared the crisps (amazing) and the ceviche was yummy too. I've uploaded the HH menu so you can take a look Service was attentive without being intrusive- lots of laughs were had by all. It's a great place for groups too read more

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We went to the new Blanco location around 8:30 on. Thursday night following a meeting. Everybody enjoyed their food. I ordered the grilled chicken fajitas, and they were so yummy! The sauce was perfect when mixed with the veggies even though at first it seems like a lot. It was not too spicy. The meat was great and there are lots of good options for all diets and preferences. The service was also fantastic. The servers were very busy so they sent someone else on staff to let us know when we sat down and grab us water while we waited. Everything was brought out quickly and they even remembered where to put each dish. It was a nice, mid-scale casual ambiance that was perfect for the later night. Seating was comfortable and was available inside or outside. All three of us agreed we would come back. read more

Blanco Cocina + Cantina - Grilled Chicken Fajitas - Tacos Near Me - Tempe, Arizona

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Didn't love the food here! Food was below average tasting. Just bland, tasteless, and boring! I went to the Blanco in Phoenix a while back and had their slow cooked pork tacos, which were dreamy, but that item is no longer on the menu. Too bad, so sad... Giving 3 stars since our server was very nice and accommodating to my husband's celiac disease. Even though she was not knowledgeable about the menu, she She made sure to ask the right person to prevent my husband from being poisoned with gluten! I do remember the Rosa Bonita margarita being delicious! And it's a great, happening place for just cocktails! read more

Blanco Cocina + Cantina - Rosa Bonita margarita - Tacos Near Me - Tempe, Arizona

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We had such a fun night Here on our last night in phoenix. Chips salsa guac all great. Can be a little loud, but has a young vibe being so close to the college. Our server was kind, had great recs, and was attentive. read more

Blanco Cocina + Cantina - A la Carte Taco Bar - Tacos Near Me - Tempe, Arizona

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I'm a big fan of all Blanco restaurants... so I was excited to finally get over to the Tempe location which is fairly close to me! There's a cool ambiance in this restaurant with an open-air setting. This place will be great to enjoy on spring and fall afternoons... especially during happy hour! We sat at the bar and despite being a busy afternoon, a bartender attended to us pretty quickly! I got started with the Rosa Bonita Margarita - it was an excellent choice and I would order it again! Slightly fruity and sweet... and 100% delicious! For food, I'm a sucker for Blanco's chips and salsa... so I indulged in plenty of those! I was between a couple entree options, so I asked the bartender which ones were both gluten-free... but she was not sure. I appreciated that she went to the kitchen to ask. I ended up ordering the Short Rib Machaca Bowl. It was good, but I probably would not order it again. Overall rating: ****FOUR STARS**** Gluten-free rating: ****FOUR STARS**** read more

Blanco Cocina + Cantina - Rosa Bonita Margarita!! - Tacos Near Me - Tempe, Arizona

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Solid Mexican food! The skinny margaritas are really delicious however if you don't like spice, do not get the tajin rim. The tajin is house made and it is SPICY AF! I hardly survived haha The chips and salsa are really good and the enchiladas plate was a total hit! read more

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Great service and great food. Cute area in the Novus place, good area for kids to hang out in the lawn. read more

Blanco Cocina + Cantina - Tacos Near Me - Tempe, Arizona

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Blanco Cocina is always a great visit. We were near the Tempe location and having tried the Phoenix location we knew it would be worth the visit. We were there in the early afternoon and there was plenty of seating and fast and friendly service. The ambiance is great with modern art as decor and lighting. The food was delicious and was made with care. Plenty of service staff if you have questions or need another beverage or food item. read more

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I've been wanting to try this restaurant as it is part of the Fox Concepts Group. Located in Central Tempe near Arizona State University, it is in a new development of other Fox restaurants. We arrived early on a Saturday morning so we were one of the first parties to occupy a table in the restaurant. The restaurant is clean, interesting and inviting. We were sat in a large booth and given time to look at the menu. There is also a ton of patio seating if eating outside is your thing. This is one of those menus that gives you a nice selection, but not an overwhelming selection. Right away I chose the short rib Machaca burrito and my husband chose the Carne Asada burrito. We were each very happy with our selections! My short rib was so tender and delicious, it was amazing! My plate was overflowing with beans, rice, sour cream, guacamole and the burrito. And to top it all off, it was served enchilada style. I can't remember the last time I've been in a Mexican restaurant and I've been served all of these things without an up charge. Be warned that the chips and salsa are so good. You don't want to fill up before your food comes!! The chips are just how you like them. Crunchy and lightly salted, not too thin, not too thick. The salsa had just the perfect amount of kick and was a great combination of onions, tomatoes and spices. Feel free to go ahead and dig that chip in there and get a nice chunk of salsa on there before you pop it in your mouth. We both concur that the food was filling and flavorful, and we will definitely make the trek again! I spoke to Jazz, the manager, just to let her know how much we enjoyed our experience and the food on our first visit. She let us know that the food is made fresh each and every day. You can tell, it is just so amazing you have to try it! Our server, Nick made sure we were well stocked with everything that we needed at all times. He did a great job taking care of us. So if you're in the market for Mexican food pass up that new Mexican place by the mall (which is way too noisy) and check this place out instead. Prices are good, food is amazing and service is just how you would like. read more

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What a great restaurant. Awesome atmosphere and ambiance. Food is delicious. I had a few tacos and an ice tea. Matt was a great server. I really liked him. He was very friendly and attentive. I definitely recommend this restaurant. read more

Blanco Cocina + Cantina - Tacos - Tacos Near Me - Tempe, Arizona

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I was visiting from out of state and found his little gem. The food was amazing and so filling. The environment outside was so welcoming and beautiful. The service was amazing and friendly. I couldn't stop talking about this experience with my girlfriends as their drinks were excellent. read more

Blanco Cocina + Cantina - Outside view of the patio - Tacos Near Me - Tempe, Arizona

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I went here three times in the six days that I was in Phoenix. The traditional Carnitas tacos were out of this world. Tense of gluten-free options, corn tortillas with everything and a beautiful margarita mix staff was incredibly friendly and knowledgeable. The only reason why I didn't give it five stars is the last day I was there. I was there for lunch and the traditional Carnitas tacos were just as good, but they were a little bit drier than I had had them at dinner. read more

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Awesome addition to ASU-area dining! Besides good food, every staff member we met was cheerful, attentive and memorable. Hubby had a pork machaca burro; said the best he's ever had! I had pork carnitas tacos. Very good. All this after a big, good-sized marg! Thanks, Blanco! read more

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I came here on a Friday night with some friends. We had a reservation and I'm glad we did since it was really busy. Blanco validates parking in the Novus and Packard garages. I really love the all of the Mexican inspired decor here, but it was loud. Definitely had to strain to hear the people talking at my table, and even the waitress was hard to hear. But she was also very nice and attentive. We came during happy hour which had some really good deals. I ended up just ordering the happy hour guacamole, crispy sweet potato and chicken pastor tacos. I enjoyed everything I ate and our food came out fast and hot. Some of my friends didn't love the sampler platter that they'd ordered, but they did enjoy the drinks. read more

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Visiting Phoenix and stopped in for a "daddy-daughter dinner date". I must say the service was great. Our server Alex was on top of it. Her energy, professionalism, and overall attentiveness made for a wonderful experience. It's like she was reading our minds. We received our food and drinks in record time. I was shocked. Not because my expectations were low but because they far exceeded them. All the food was amazing as well!!! EVERYTHING we ordered was great! I'm talking every single ingredient. I just hope they keep doing whatever it is they're doing, with the people they're doing it with because they are DEFINITELY getting it done right. From now on I will be sure to make this a stop whenever I'm in town. WORTH IT!! read more

Blanco Cocina + Cantina - The Tucson Chimichanga, Queso Fundido, chicken tinga burrito.. - Tacos Near Me - Tempe, Arizona

Stopped in for a bite and drink before the football game. This place is so conveniently located just a short walk from the stadium. The service was amazing. Our waitress Alyana was phenomenal. She was attentive, knowledgeable and very welcoming. Loved the complimentary salsa. The housemade splice was my favorite. Ordered: Chicken Tinga enchiladas 9/10 Crunchy taco salad 8/10 Caramel apple empanadas 9/10 The food came out quickly even with the pre game rush. Everything cooked well and seasoned nicely. read more

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Food and drinks were good and very reasonable prices for happy hour. My problem was that our server purposely waited to enter some of our items until happy hour ended and we were all overcharged. I'll probably return and just be more mindful to double check my receipts. read more

This Blanco location is part of the Novus Place shopping and dining street district on ASU campus. They are part of Fox Restaurant Concept. We came by here for dinner before attending an ASU hockey game over at Mullett Arena. Blanco Cocina + Cantina puts a spin on Sonoran style Mexican food. They specialize in fresh tacos and signature drinks. The restaurant itself is really nice. We ended up sitting on the patio. The Warm Queso was a good appetizer to start off with. I enjoyed the Short Rib Machaca Burrito Bowl as my entree. If you park in the Novus garage, you get up to two hours of free parking with a validation ticket. This is a nice area to walk around and it is great seeing more additions and food choices near campus. read more

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I had lunch on Sunday with a group of friends from church. The service was excellent. I highly recommend the chicken tinga enchilada. Very flavorful, not hot spicy, just great flavor. The Guacamole was excellent as well. Great atmosphere and I will be back! read more

We celebrated our friend Julia's bday at Blanco last week and had a great time! The Tempe location is in the heart of Tempe by the ASU Campus and fairly new. There's nearby parking garages and valet service. The vibes outside and inside are matching of being on a college campus which makes it fun! Cali was our server and she was amazing! Was super friendly and helpful. The "hits" for the night were the Avocado Queso, Spicy Mango Ceviche and the chips and salsa. My friend had the enchiladas and really liked them. I went with the Pork Chile Verde burrito which was ok-ish? Not the best one I've ever had but definitely not the worst. The overall experience was closer to 3.75.....maaaybe 4. If you're going for the food, I'd say it's fairly average. On a scale of 1 to 10, it's worth a try, but I'm a one and done on this spot. read more

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I love this place! Great food. I had the Asada Fajitas and my husband got the chimichanga plate enchilada style. We enjoyed both plates. We sat at the bar and the service was great. The bartender answered all of our questions made sure we had everything we needed before our food arrived. She kept up on our drinks and asked us a few times through out our time there if we needed anything else and that everything was as we wanted. We will be back! The restaurant was dark, great for date night atmosphere. read more

Blanco Cocina + Cantina - Asada Fajitas and Short Rib chimichanga plate enchilada style. - Tacos Near Me - Tempe, Arizona

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The service was amazing! The staff was very attentive, but not overbearing. The food was great as usual. The parking situation is a bit different, as they only validate in certain parking structures. We parked in Novus to get parking validation. read more

Blanco Cocina + Cantina - Dining area - Tacos Near Me - Tempe, Arizona

So I've been here twice and the restaurant is beautiful with lots of different seating options and the service has been great. My biggest issue is the food is just mediocre. The "queso" was basically nacho cheese sauce and the beef taco for happy hour was worse than Taco Bell for $6. Drinks were fine. Maybe I picked the wrong things, but the Blanco in Scottsdale I remember a couple years ago being really good. The parking is bullshit and basically valet only. For $10. Whoever designed this area did not consider traffic flow at all and if you do self park it is not close at all to the restaurant. If you want good ambience like this but way better food, go to the Barrio Queen at Tempe marketplace instead. read more

Taco Saturday was a good idea! I read a few reviews and was a little skeptical about this location, but they did not disappoint. I was honestly shocked at the amount of people at the restaurant on a Saturday afternoon. The restaurant was clean, inviting, and they have a lot of outdoor seating. The hostess validated our parking at the Novus garage for 2 hours. The chips & salsa were extremely fresh. I really enjoyed the frozen coconut margarita with the grand marnier floater. I was able to build my own taco with chicken tinga, pico, and cabbage. My husband and I also thought the black beans and rice were cooked with love. I will definitely find myself back at Blanco's for Taco Tuesday soon! read more

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The service was very attentive and the patio is lovely. There is plenty of parking and my enchiladas were delicious. read more

Blanco Cocina + Cantina - Margarita - Tacos Near Me - Tempe, Arizona

The atmosphere of the place is fantastic. The staff is so friendly and welcoming. The food is amazing! I had the birria tacos and they did not disappoint. Our table ordered the Margarita Tree and I highly recommend. The smoothest margs I've had in a very long time. Can't wait to go back. read more

Blanco Cocina + Cantina - Margarita Tree - Tacos Near Me - Tempe, Arizona

A standout modern Mexican restaurant right in the heart of the ASU campus and absolutely worth a visit. The space is perfect, with beautiful covered outdoor seating and a sleek, modern interior design. It's an inviting atmosphere whether you're stopping in for a casual meal or a night out. The menu covers all the Mexican essentials, but everything feels exceptionally fresh and authentic, far from ordinary. We tried the carne asada, adobo chicken, and shrimp, all of which were expertly prepared, well-seasoned, and packed with flavor. Every bite was so good I cleaned my plate and still wanted more. The drink menu is equally impressive, featuring a thoughtfully curated selection of mixers along with an extensive lineup of tequila and mezcal options to suit any preference. read more

First time at a Blanco - great experience! Very nice ambiance in here, and prices feel great for the serving size. Friend and I both got the short rib burritos in bowl and burrito style, and they were very tasty and filling The chips were the absolute highlight though, funnily enough. I'm from the SF Bay Area, but these chips are one of the best I've had - super fresh, crispy, and tasty! read more

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We were a party of two, and sat at the bar. They have a happy hour that ends at 6pm, we sat down just before 6 panicking about missing HH because it 10 minutes before anyone spoke to us. The guy next to us said he'd ordered a drink a while ago and still not received it. That's really my biggest complaint, was the initial service. After we ordered drinks and food, it was all delicious. Our bartender was funny, and charged us the HH price, so we walked out happy. We'll try it again next time we're in the area. read more

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This Blanco location is great! We came for restaurant week and the prices were excellent! The service was also amazing as well! Parking is a bit of a challenge, however there is valet parking that we used that we liked! The cheese crisp was my favorite! The margarita was excellent! Not too sweet. The salsa has perfect flavor. They have lots of seating and a nice patio. By far my favorite location. Great casual spot for lunch or dinner. read more

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I ordered to-go and was really impressed! Got the Nachos Con Queso Blanco with avocado, crema fresca, black beans, and pico de gallo--absolutely delicious, even as takeout. Everything held up well and was packed with flavor. They also included a generous bag of tortilla chips and salsa. The chips were amazing--perfectly crunchy with just the right seasoning. Honestly some of the best I've had. Definitely planning to return. I heard they're part of the same group as North Italia (Fox Restaurant Concepts), and you can really tell from the quality. read more

Blanco Cocina + Cantina - Tacos Near Me - Tempe, Arizona

On a crazy windy, raining day we popped into one of Blanco's newest locations located right next to the University, North Italia and Eureka. We grabbed a seat at the bar for some great service and to enjoy their happy hour offerings. On happy hour they features a selection of refreshments that included margaritas, beer and more. Plus an array of tacos for six dollars each and a variety of appetizers that include guacamole, nachos, smash burger and warm queso. We always enjoy the restaurant's tart margaritas! Well balanced! In addition to happy hour we ordered their shrimp fajitas- I think for the price we were a bit disappointed with the size- the entrée came with approximately six small shrimp. Plus only three taco size tortillas. When we asked for more tortillas we were charged six dollars for more tiny tortillas- we were disappointed with this addition as the first offerings of tortillas was small. Too small for the entrée. Plus the shrimp were a bit overcooked. As for service- we had amazing service at the bar. We appreciated the bartenders attentiveness. The restaurant vibe is nice and new! Very open space. Plus a large patio area for nice days. Based on this experience- we will definitely be back for drinks....as for a meal, we would probably skip based on size, quality and cost. As long time customers to the Blanco restaurants, we were definitely disappointed with the changes in food size and quality. Tip: across the street there is a garage that charges. You can get your parking validated for two hours. read more

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I got the chicken tinga bowl & it was so good! Everything tasted so fresh. The chips & salsa were great too. We sat outside & it was really nice! read more

Service was not good. My boyfriend and I stopped in for lunch before work, and I believe the waitress assumed we were college students who would not tip. We both wanted to try the one drink, one app, one meal, one dessert promotion that was happening at multiple restaurants in the area- and the waitress was rude, dismissive, and ignored us while attending to several other tables (with older attendees). She noticeably gave the other tables better service and brought their food out quicker despite us having arrived earlier? Food was also subpar compared to the Biltmore Blanco location- my beans and rice were cold, which was disappointing because I LOVE the buttery Blanco rice. We got our desserts to go since we were fed up with the awful service and the flan was okay- nothing special, and the fruits were soggy (it sat for less than 30 minutes, we ate it at home). Could be a great restaurant, but staff need to work on customer service + timely delivery of meals. However, the decor was beautiful and the salsa + chips were fresh and flavorful. read more

We were at a basketball game at Mullett arena and saw this cute area of shops. Came here on a Tuesday evening. My friends and I saw Blanco and wanted to check it out. We have been to this chain before and have had great experiences. And this one was just as wonderful! My boyfriend and I split the short rib machaca chimichanga. It was delicious! We were both more than FULL and had some leftovers by the end. Full of flavor! Delicious. We would both order again. For our side we opted for the beans that the waitress said had bacon bits in it, but we didn't taste or see any bacon in it. Our other friends ordered chicken taquitas and short rib machaca burrito. And they ordered the chicken tortilla soup too! They loved both of their main entrees, which were also big servings and they had leftovers. They also said the chicken tortilla soup was the BEST they have ever had! read more

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Great spot near ASU, Mountain America stadium, Desert Financial arena, Mullet Arena and Sun Angel stadium. Right smack in the middle of all of them. Another hit for Fox Concepts! Has a good little Happy Hour menu $5 beers, $6 tacos, $7 queso ( normally $13!). Had some really good grilled shrimp tacos. Opted for the corn tortillas ( choice of corn or flour) since they note the corn are made in house. Right choice. The tortillas are super moist and soft unlike most places which can tend to be so dry and sometimes even brittle. They almost borderline a flour tortilla they are so soft. The tacos have red cabbage and a creamy avocado green sauce and a green salsa sauce. Very good flavor on the shrimp & perfectly grilled. Tried a bite of the pork chile verde enchiladas and they had amazing flavor as well. Nothing was very spicy hot if you're worried about heat. I would say it was all very mild which I love flavor of the chiles more than heat. The service was great and the ambiance was just right with a great patio and plenty of large party seating. Definitely will be back! read more

Blanco Cocina + Cantina - Grilled shrimp tacos ( corn tortillas w/black beans) -yummy! - Tacos Near Me - Tempe, Arizona

I've been to a different location and the food wasn't great, but my experience at this location went better though they are definitely still working out the kinks. The location is very nice, with a darker, cozy but upscale interior and a large patio. The inside is spacious and tables aren't crammed together, and the music and volume were perfect. Chips and salsa are good. The salsa is a bit sweeter than I'd prefer. It also comes in this tiny, practically a ramekin sized bowl for 4 people. Our server was nice about getting us more. My margarita was good but arrived without salt. Minor, but should be checked before bringing it. I had the carne asada burrito which was pretty good other than being cold. We had other order issues at the table (actually wrong food) so I didn't want to add to the chaos and just reheated it at home later. The rice tastes like margarine. A LOT of margarine. I wish they just had Mexican rice. I love Mexican rice. I'm never eating their rice again. Someone must like it though! They do validate parking at the Novus garage which is diagonal to the south - info on their website. The parking garage directly across the courtyard is different. read more

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