We stopped by one day for a quick lunch. I've never been here before, but I had a solid experience. They were open when a lot of the other restaurants were closed for some reason. Their dining area is pretty massive, and they also have a bar at the front of the restaurant. They also decorated the restaurant in the theme. I had ordered chicken fajitas, and it was okay. The portion is expected for lunch, maybe a little bit generous even. I did wait a little longer than I wanted to for my food and for the server, but it turned out okay in the end. The chips and salsa that they gave for the chips was pretty good. read more

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Maya was a wonderful server. Very attentive. Menu had every option. Muscles and paella were wonderful! Nice atmosphere

Platanos Maduros- Fried sweet ripe plantains served with sour cream Nice combination of the sweet and sour. The plantains could have been cooked a little softer for me Gambas al ajillo- Six jumbo shrimp sautéed in olive oil, garlic, white wine, and parsely Deliciously flavorful, however, the salt was heavy handed. Paella valencia- Scallops cooked perfectly, however, I prefer the "coral" of the scallop to be removed as it takes away from the silky texture of the scallop itself. Having said that, it does add flavor to the scallop. It's a texture thing for me. Sometimes it's removed before hitting the US. I had a glass of Albariño. Its citrusy, stone fruit notes, high acidity, and salinity cut through richness, complement seafood flavors, and balance saffron/spice with freshness, making it a classic match for the vibrant, savory dish. Serve it well-chilled to enhance its palate-cleansing effect, creating a refreshing contrast to the hearty rice and ingredients.  Chips were lackluster. Tasted like they were not made in house. Salsa was good though. Portions were good. Ratio of rice to everything else in paella was too much. Rice is cheap. No need to be overwhelming on plate to give the visual experience of being a generous portion, while making a profit. Oh, and I had to ask our server to get another chair because the one I sat in was imbalanced and wobbly, a potential customer disaster. All in all, Cacique's food offerings are very tasty. As an experienced diner, my intention is to provide culinary observations that can help elevate a place of eating, not just for the sake of providing critique. read more

Excellent service! All food and drinks were on point. Will definitely return when in Frederick. read more

Delicious food you must come and try it out Quick service and very nice and sweet Bring your family read more

Cacique - PAELLA VALENCIANA FRIED CALAMARI BURRITOS - Spanish Near Me - Frederick, Maryland

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Let's start with an amazing server! Lunch was awesome, the queso guacamole dip combination was not something I had ever had before. It is my new go-to. The food was well prepared. The chips and salsa were awesome. They have the thinner tortilla chips and I love that! The taco salad was well prepared and I refrained from eating the entire bowl barely. The atmosphere was simple, but it had that old-world charm. Did I mention the flan? Yeah that was beyond amazing. read more

I used to love this place but was so very disappointed the last time I went. We ordered a half pitcher of margarita that came out filled to the brim with ice. It managed to eke out a total of 2.5 glasses of margaritas for 3 people. Felt really ripped off and it ruined a special night. Not sure I will ever go back and this used to be our go to for special occasions. read more

Positives: Service was absolutely amazing, I couldn't put my glass down without it being refilled within seconds, very flavorful food, scallops are top notch. Waitress was very kind very attentive. Negative: Chairs and tables felt like they could collapse at any moment. read more

My wife and I have been coming here for YEARS and we just had our BEST experience here. We had 18 family member come for a pre-show dinner for a concert I gave downtown and everyone had such an AMAZING experience with the atmosphere, service, food, and vibe. Kayla was our server and we could not have been happier with every aspect of the afternoon/evening. Interestingly, they had even introduced a new FROZEN MARGARITA recipe which they solicited my feedback for (it's really great). If you're looking for a good Mexican/Spanish food experience with great service and a relaxed atmosphere, this is the place to come to in downtown Frederick. read more

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Pictures from our recent visit at Cacique. Not our first time and certainly not the last. My fiancée and I actually first met at this restaurant and we love coming here to eat/drink whenever we get the chance. 10/10 food, service, and ambiance! My personal favorite, especially during the cold months is getting a table next to the fireplace. read more

Cacique - Calamari, SEAFOOD SOUP, - Spanish Near Me - Frederick, Maryland

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Really good quality food and service. I really liked the chicken enchiladas and the ceviches appetizers. It's rare to find such a good fusion of Mexican and Spanish. This place started out as a hole in the wall tiny place like 30 years ago and transitioned into what it is today through consistently putting out great food and service. Take your family here! read more

Haven't been here in a while - not sure when the renovation was done but it looks great. Food was fantastic as always. So excited to see Margarita Flights on the menu read more

Cacique - Margarita Flights - Spanish Near Me - Frederick, Maryland

The food was delicious, sangria is really good and the service was perfect. We love the atmosphere,

I was surprised at how few vegetarian options were on the menu. I ordered the spinach burrito. It was GOOD. I feel bad for ripping on the menu when I sat down. The cheap margarita had a ton of alcohol in it. Prices were fair for the amount of food, especially considering the downtown location. read more

Cacique - Vegetable fajitas. - Spanish Near Me - Frederick, Maryland

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Always great good and great service. A frederick institution for us locals and ex locals. Still best chips and salsa in town!! read more

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as soon as I walk through the door, I felt welcomed. Everyone was so attentive. The restaurant was clean and our server Christian was amazing. Checking in multiple times. We went on Christmas Eve so I felt bad since it was a holiday, but he was so kind one of the best servers I've ever had. now every time I come here I'm going to ask for Christian. read more

My family absolutely loves this restaurant. The staff are always on top of it and we haven't had terrible service. I wasn't feeling a big meal and opted for the chicken soup. I legit need this recipe or for them to sell it in a big bowl. It was delicious and the vegetables weren't mushy. The broth was to die for. Highly recommend :) read more

Cacique - CHICKEN SOUP - Spanish Near Me - Frederick, Maryland

We were in the historic district for the theater and dropped in just because we hadn't been there for ages and the FNP had reported the buildings owners were trying to reclaim, suggesting this might be an experience. Bathrooms were not stocked. Big rolls of paper tossed around if you got to them before entering stalls. Menu is an interesting combination of Spanish and Mexican. However, the two dishes we had needed seasoning. Any seasoning! Hard to mess up steamed vegetables but they had no flavor, not even salt. Kinda like the almost serviceable bathrooms, clean but not stocked so really not useable. Food was of reasonable quality but not well prepared or flavored so not an enjoyable meal. Service and margaritas were fine. read more

This restaurant was recently closed and redesigned. It is so nice inside and feels upscale, but without the upscale prices! The drinks are very good and they don't skimp on the alcohol. We got the classic margaritas and sangaritas, and both were fantastic. We were also happy with all of our food and our service. I'd definitely recommend it for great food and atmosphere! read more

Cacique - Platinos, chips and salsa, ceviche, and mussels appetizer. - Spanish Near Me - Frederick, Maryland

My wife and I enjoyed a nice meal at Cacique on a Saturday afternoon, and we were both pleasantly surprised. The staff were pleasant and attentive, the food was excellent (I had the chicken quesadilla), and the prices were reasonable. I would definitely go again. read more

One of the nicest Mexican restaurant in Frederick with excellent quality food great service and nice ambience. read more

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So this place is downtown Frederick. Parking can be annoying, but there's a garage not very far from the restaurant. They start you off with chips and salsa, which was about your normal. I wish places had chunkier salsa that wasn't like a soup, but the flavor was good. I ordered the chicken Chile rellenos and a sangria. The sangria was pretty good, but the Chile rellenos were even better. Service was good. Honestly I'd say it compares to guapos or uncle Julio's except they have both Mexican and Spanish (Spain) food. read more

Black beans and rice is vegetarian which is a plus. The shredded chicken chimichanga was substantial with the amount of chicken in it hit I wanted some other flavors. Cheese or lettuce or rice and beans would've been a good addition. The chips and salsa was OK. The salsa tasted like they had some good salsa and not good salsa and mixed them together to get ok salsa. The chips were alright. The pomegranate margaritas was good. No complaints about it but I need to have something more substantial than a drink. read more

Cacique never disappoints! Decided since Market St was closed down for the day that it would be a perfect opportunity to sit outside. There was an abundance of seating. We didn't have to wait to be seated and the service was quick! We received refills on our waters several times without asking and food was brought to us quickly! We ordered a half pitcher of margaritas and they were well liquored. ;) The ceviche is fresh and they DO NOT skimp on putting the more expensive proteins in (shrimp and scallop.) Yummy steak fajitas were cooked perfectly. A great amount of peppers and onions to pair. Only thing I would change would be to have refried beans instead of regular but that's just preference! And to have just a tad more quac and sour cream. I'm a loyal customer and I will be back! read more

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Excellent food. Went for lunch on our 42nd anniversary. Service was excellent. Shrimp fajitas outstanding as was my burrito.

Good environment and service, very mediocre food. I'll give the restaurant credit for good, attentive service and a nice environment. The appetizers were okay, but it's obvious this place is run by cheapskates. A $30 seafood Saltado plate had 3-4 shrimp and maybe 4 or 5 mussels mixed in with a ton of cheap veggies and rice. The mashed potatoes obviously came from a box. They were okay when it came to the Mexican staples (enchiladas, fajitas, etc), but the more expensive items were overpriced and disappointing. read more

Cacique is in the heart of downtown Frederick on Market St. The food was great. I had a chicken chimichanga and my husband had the chicken and beef fajita. The meats were cooked to order and seasoned very well. The chips were good but I found the salsa a bit dull/bland and a tad sweet. Our margaritas were good (peach and hibiscus) but we've had better. I was disappointed with the tres leches cake. The service was good but we've had more attentive servers at other places. Overall this was a good choice and we will go back. read more

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Tried Cacique for the first time and we were not disappointed. The service was great, the drinks were strong, and the food DELICIOUS! Will definitely be coming back. My husband got the combination chicken/steak fajitas and he ate everything on his dish. Coming from a picky eater, that never happen! I got the seafood saltado and it was so flavorful yet light. It was the perfect blend. The watermelon margarita wasn't overly sweet and the guacamole dip was so good. read more

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wait staff and manage was very nice and helpful. the food was very good. will go back again for sure.

Good food, drinks and friendly staff. We celebrated a birthday with family- 8 people total and service was exceptional. Everyone's meal came quickly and was spot on what was ordered. Waitress followed up several times as did other staff. Couldn't have asked for more. read more

I put a review on Google 5 years ago that I love this place, but so many things have changed since the re-opening. The staff is not so friendly, and the drinks used to be BOMB, but now they are high priced and watered down. I'm looking for a new spot when I come to Frederick. read more

We dined here for Mother's Day and thoroughly enjoyed ourselves. Our waiter "Ian" was awesome. Our glasses were never empty. We were checked on at least 7 times. The food was very delicious. The Tres Leches dessert was so delicious. The quacamole is the best I've had. We will definitely be back. read more

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Delivering on delicious Spanish cuisine. Cacique is not to be confused with your run-of-the-mill Mexican eatery. Cacique creates high quality and traditional Spanish dishes such as paella, saltado, and a beautiful assortment of spiced seafood plates. Cacique does also offer more familiar Mexican dishes such as quesadillas, chimichangas, and an entire section of the menu dedicated to fajitas, but trust me when I say, break out of your comfort zone and enjoy in some savory dishes from their Spanish section. If you are unfamiliar with the charred meat and heavily seasoned Spanish style of cooking, then you'll be in for a wonderful surprise when you sink your teeth into perfectly cooked beef paired with crab stuffed shrimp and coated with Peruvian sauces. I've sampled their lomo saltado, a filet mignon steak topped with grilled vegetables and fresh herbs, and their bistec realeza, a Spanish take on "surf and turf" that tasted like pure delicatessen. Cacique has a wonderful staff that were both highly knowledgeable on the menu and provided excellent conversation. And as a fringe benefit, Cacique offers complimentary tortilla chips and a creamy salsa, and I can honestly say that this was one of the best complimentary munchable I've ever sampled at any restaurant. The chips weren't greasy or overly salty and stayed crunchy even when swimming in sauce and the only thing I can say about the salsa was how addictive it was. Whether you're enjoying company with friends or just looking for a quiet treat for yourself, Cacique's delicious and hearty meals will leave you happy and satisfied. read more

Love their fresh thin chips and salsa and margaritas. Family enjoyed the paella Valencia, shrimp tacos, and steak fajitas. Youngest didn't care for the shrimp app saying it tasted like wine (which it's cooked in). Service and atmosphere are always great! read more

A wonderful place for authentic Hispanic and Latino cuisine! We were very excited to eat here after so many friends told us to, and we weren't disappointed. Starting off with the pitcher of Margarita, they were great in taste and not overly sour. The food was amazing, and some of the best paella I've had in a while. The Paella de Marisco was beautifully balanced and the seafood medley was fresh. Our server was very nice and everyone around the restaurant was very attentive. Our party of 3 waited 5 minutes on a Saturday night, and they were quite busy. Can't wait to share this place with more people! read more

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This was a wonderful find. We started out looking for Indian but found Mexican instead and we were very impressed. The pineapple fajitas was off the charts. They were short staffed and Sergio was fantastic he was running around taking care of many tables but did great and had such a great demeanor. read more

There were cockroaches. One is too many but we saw several. Yikes! Please clean up! The staff didn't seem upset.

Everything has been hitting tonight. This was the first time my wife and I tried this place. Nice atmosphere -- broken in. Chips and salsa were delivered immediately. Chips were light, thin, not over salted. Salsa was fresh -- blended veggies (uncooked) with a nice little kick. For the appetizer we ordered ceviche and the house margarita. It was really good. Most restaurants skimp on the alcohol in a margarita, and use a kool -aid type mix, but this was nicely balanced with fresh lime juice and plenty of tequila. The ceviche was fresh, with calamari, shrimp, scallops and fish with some fresh veggies (cucumber, tomatoes, onions, lettuce). For dinner we shared a fajita for one. The steak was above grade -- tender and cooked perfectly. The smokiness came out more in the chicken. Portion was generous. We couldn't finish it. Overall excellent experience. Delicious. read more

Cacique - Steak and Chicken fajita. - Spanish Near Me - Frederick, Maryland

A cacique, sometime spelled as cazique was a tribal chieftain of the Taíno people. I usually go here for the happy hour food. But 2 days ago, I had a scary and violent interaction with a bartender there. I rarely leave bad reviews but the people need to know. We were the only patrons when we arrived and she flat out stared at us from across the bar for 10 minutes. Just listening to our conversation not at any point offering us a menu. I had to ask someone else for a menu. When she finally came closer I asked her to order food and drinks. She reluctantly brought our drinks. And I mean reluctantly. She actually didn't want to do it. It was insanely obvious. I hadn't even sipped my drink before Elena, the bartender, brought us a check for just our beverages. When we calmly asked her why she brought that, she then cursed my friend out, "I don't effing like you," snatched my drink out my hand, spilled it and threatened to call the cops on us. I genuinely saw a look of disgust in her face, her movements were so quick, and her body language was rage filled and scary. It made me think she was going to throw the glass at us. I am highly skilled at de escalation and attempted to pay for the drinks and leave, but she just continued cursing and screaming at us from behind the bar. Even as we got up to get away from her. Not even her coworkers could stop her from screaming at us. There was no supervisor present the only other employee that chose to get involved tried and failed to calm her down and asked us to wait for the manager. We waited for 15 minutes while Elena rudely spoke about us cursing and shouting in Spanish while not realizing we understood Spanish. At that point there were 7 new customers including 3 CHLIDREN at 2 tables that walked in while she was carrying on. The whole thing was shocking and confusing. Because quite frankly we did absolutely nothing wrong except come in to an empty restaurant. From the moment we walked in, she didn't even want to serve us. The other employee David made sure to apologize and even tried to get her to calm down. You don't have to like your customers but it made no sense how she expects to get any tips or regulars with a bed side manner like that. I enjoy the calm ambiance of cacique. But that was awful. I will not be recommending this place to anyone. Anymore. I do have a recording of the event. And will be getting restraining order. read more

I have no business claiming a place like this is authentic ... but for someone who knows nothing, it sure FELT authentic. So take that for what it's worth (roughly the cost the paper I wrote this on). We happened to be in Frederick for an art show across the street so this place was especially convenient. We also weren't super hungry so settled on a few appetizers: Quesadillas; Shrimp Cocktail; and Mussels Andaluza. Excellent all-around. The shrimp cocktail isn't what you're thinking. It's not chilled shrimp in cocktail sauce. It's more like extra-large shrimp who recently wrapped up a steam bath and then hopped into a pot of un-blended gazpacho to cool off. Really well done. The Mussels likewise had something particularly addictive about them mixed up in the broth that kept you wanting to come back for more. We devoured everything. Service was likewise excellent. Quickly seated, very attentive and friendly staff ... cannot find a fault. We were a bit eager to get back to our car and hit the road and were pleasantly surprised when the check arrived less than 60 seconds after we asked for it. Looking for a delicious Spanish & Mexican place? Look no further. read more