Don't overlook this hidden gem! This restaurant is located inside Ashley Furniture, and it was a pleasant surprise. I ordered the grouper sandwich, and it was absolutely amazing. The fish was fresh, flavorful, and cooked perfectly. If you're shopping at Ashley or just happen to be nearby, it's definitely worth stopping in for a meal. Sometimes the best food is found in the most unexpected places. read more

Chicken Plate was delicious- refried beans and rice best I've had. Chicken tasted perfect. Lady at the counter was really nice. Quiet and enjoyed my meal. read more

Cafe Castillo - Chicken plate, cane with tortillas - Mexican Near Me - Birmingham, Alabama

Grew up a stones throw from Mexico. The Carne Asada was as good as any I have ever had in 66 years. Reasonable prices and great service. Only sorry I didn't ever eat here for the 20 years we have been in Hoover. Will frequent it often. read more

Went to Cafe Castillo tonight after a friend suggested it after reading some reviews on Reddit. This little place in the back of Ashley Furniture might be an unexpected spot but the food is really excellent. Two of us had the Tex Mex burritos and my husband had the grouper po' boy. All of the food was great. Jorge the owner came out and chatted with us after we ate and is so kind and friendly. Definitely consider this place especially for lunch or a quick dinner - you won't regret it. It may not be big on atmosphere but it's really solid on taste. read more

Cafe Castillo - Chicken Tex Mex Burrito! Yum! - Mexican Near Me - Birmingham, Alabama

The food is always fresh. It is truly one of the most unique places to get a meal better than most places. I have been here two times now and both visits were very good. read more

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Cafe Castillo is located inside the Ashley Furniture store in Hoover. The store's parking lot is probably the most heavily traveled non-road in the city. It is a cut-through between the Galleria fly-by and Riverchase neighborhoods, and everybody uses it. I've seen the sign for Castillo many times but haven't stopped because I didn't want to impulse buy a couch. But, a benefit to dining inside Ashley furniture is finding a comfortable chair to catch a few post-meal z's. On my visit I tried the Asada Torta, and it was yummy. A Torta is a traditional Mexican sandwich. The bread is called bolillo, and it is a crusty, oblong shaped bun with a soft inside. The bread similar to the French bread loaf that is used to make a New Orleans's Po'boy. The sandwich was made with bite-sized slices of marinated steak. It is topped with grilled onion and peppers, slices of avocado, shredded lettuce, tomato, and a mayonnaise spread. The sandwich was huge, and even though it was cut in half it still took two hands to handle. read more

Cafe Castillo - Tortas - Mexican Near Me - Birmingham, Alabama

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I liked it here. Located inside Ashley Furniture. This is a small order at the counter restaurant. Food is brought out to you. About a dozen tables. I had the tex mex burrito. It came with a side of chips which was a little odd. I would have liked some refried beans or something. The burrito was really tasty and cheesy. I ate the whole thing! Hubby ordered chicken tacos. He didn't care for his. Thought it was a little bland. However they do offer two sauces on the table that he could have added but he doesn't like anything spicy. Also he doesn't really like corn tortillas and that is what they come on. So if you prefer flour you better ask for that. The kid got chicken quesadillas which she really liked. They looked really good and there was a lot of them. They also came w a bag of chips. No fountain sodas but they do have sodas in the bottle, sweet tea, and pineapple water. Pricing is great. Everything is made fresh so this is not fast food but if you are in a rush you can always get it to go. read more

Cafe Castillo - Menus - Mexican Near Me - Birmingham, Alabama

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I have been wanting to try this place for...well, literally, years now! Somehow I just never made it as it's location is inside the Ashley Furniture store and I never think of it when I am hungry. Finally got to try it this week and it's really good!! Only one employee there when we went there and he was really nice. Food is made fresh to order, so everything comes out piping hot. We got a California burrito and it was really good. Also got a steak churisso taco and it was amazing! Honestly I am thinking about going back already for another steak churisso taco..... read more

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We were a little apprehensive, given that we've never eaten at a restaurant inside a furniture store, but we thought we'd give it a try, and it was delicious! Very kind staff, excellent food at a great value! Highly recommend! read more

This is one of the best kept secrets in Hoover! This little family operated restaurant has the nicest people and the most delicious food! This little restaurant is in the back left corner of the Ashley Furniture store. They have a mixture of Tex-Amex food and Authentic Mexican dishes as well. The food is alway freshly made by the order. The ingredients are fresh and the price is extremely affordable. The Grouper Po-Boy sandwich is one of my favorites! You get 2 big pieces of grouper on toasted buns with a vinaigrette mayonnaise sauce, topped with tomatoes, lettuce and sautéed onions, it is absolutely fabulous! The burritos are great too! They are stuffed with meat and cheese, rice and beans, so filling and warms your soul! I would highly recommend giving this place a shot if you never been here! read more

Cafe Castillo - Delicious steak burrito! - Mexican Near Me - Birmingham, Alabama

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I have never been to Mexico, so I have no clue how "authentic Mexican" food should be like. The way I'll put is: of all the food I hate in Mexican places,​ this one was by faaaar the best tasting and better quality!​ Our order took 20 minutes to make and there were not many people around. Reason?!? They made every single part of the meal at​ that moment. I followed the guy with my eyes (you can see the kitchen) and he even made the red salsa at​ that moment! No need to say that salsa tasted so good!! I love they had the "medio litro" mexican coke (1/2 quarter). Very friendly very budget, great Mexican food. Zero atmosphere, just keep that in mind. read more

Had what they call a Cuban sandwich I lived in Miami for 17 years I know what a Cuban sandwich is and what they served was not a Cuban sandwich however, it was a good sandwich very tasty had steak and ham with avocado and lettuce and tomato not bad at all very filling read more

Best Mexican food in Birmingham. This guy is a chef and this is the real deal. Wow. New favorite restaurant. Cafe Castillo - Inside Ashley's in Hoover. Monday-Thursday 10-6:30 Friday and Saturday 10-8:45pm They have real tamales on Tuesday and Saturday after 4pm. They have pozole, street tacos, huge tortas (amazing) and real horchata! read more

Best best best!!!!! I love the soups he make all homemade Fresh and delicious Highly recommend!!!!!!! read more

A true diamond in the rough. Excellent authentic Mexican fare. The torta was the best I've had. read more

Cafe Castillo - La Cubana. - Mexican Near Me - Birmingham, Alabama

The food is wonderful. Very fresh. This isn't your typical Tex-Mex. They only offer Salsa Verde--- no chips.

What a shocking surprise inside of an Ashley Home Furniture store. Real homemade corn tortillas for great authentic tacos. The Chicken quesadilla was delicious as well. We also had the grouper Po-Boy and although it wasn't quite authentic Mexican, it was still great. Owner was super nice. Forgot to mention that it's great value for the money. Very affordable. Definitely worth visiting Ashley Home Furniture. read more

Along with everyone else's consensus I'm inclined to agree with everything said. Everything was fresh. Full of vibrant color and balanced flavor. Salsas were fantastic as well. 10/10 would recommend. Don't let the location throw you off. You'll find this place in the back left of Ashley's. read more

I always wondered about this place located in Ashley's Furniture Store. I ordered 3 steak Tacos, which came loaded with onions and cilantro. They looked better than they tasted, but definitely willing to try them again. They have a variety of options on the menu. I see the Guac Tacos and Tamales in my future... read more

Cafe Castillo - Steak Tacos - Mexican Near Me - Birmingham, Alabama

Great food, friendly service.I would eat here again! I was surprised to find it inside the Ashley furniture store but the parking is plentiful and the eatery had a steady crowd. read more

This place is a diamond in the rough. A lot of people don't know about this hidden gem in the back of the Ashley Furniture store. They have the best torta sandwiches and wonderful quesadillas. If you need a quick bite while in hoover just place a call in order and you won't be disappointed! Authentic Mexican food! read more

Cafe Castillo - Steak torta - Mexican Near Me - Birmingham, Alabama

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We found this place on Yelp while staying in a nearby hotel for a work related conference. Hidden in an Ashley furniture store you'll find a little gem of a restaurant. You can tell that the owner and chef takes pride in the quality and freshness of each dish and the prices are more than reasonable. The Cubano Torta was huge. Don't expect a traditional Cuban sandwich, this is completely different. It has ham, pounded fried meat (I think pork), sausage, avocado, lettuce, tomato, jalapeños, black beans, etc. The flavor and textures make for a perfect sandwich that is big enough to feed 2 people. The grouper sandwich was well seasoned and perfectly cooked. I'll definitely visit again the next time I'm in Hoover. read more

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Jorge the owner is really hard working and is a family man. So when he cooks he cooks with passion and really fills you up every time you come and eat. Those tacos are filled from shell to shell because he makes sure you get full every time you eat at his place. I love his specials such as Tamales and the Carne Asada! Wow so much flavors!! Yum yum yum! read more

Do yourself a favor and try this place. Asap. Tried everything on the menu from tacos to fish sandwich to Philly cheese steak. Everything is perfected A+ read more

Eat here often for lunch. Awesome tacos however the grouper sandwich is the best anywhere!

Ate there today. I had the burrito and wife had the chicken panini. Both were the best we had ever eaten. You will wait a few minutes as they are cooked to order. read more

Three years ago a chef turned me onto this place. And since then I've yet to be disappointed. It is hard to even begin to describe the awesomeness that is tucked in the back of Ashley's furniture. The menu is simple and cheap, but it is by far the best Mexican around, and it's REAL Mexican. The experience is no frills - there's a wait for your food and only water or tea, but worth it. I alternate between a burrito it a torta. I'm not even100% sure what's on the torta because the description is in Spanish but holy crap is it good. The salsa they give you is fresh made, as is everything else. Basically, next time you are at the mall, don't eat at one of the chains. Go straight to Ashley's and venture to the back. You won't be sorry. read more

Located in Ashley furniture store. Surprised by location. And surprised by taste. Best mexican in the town.

Unbelievable! By far the best in town. Don't expect great atmosphere (in a furniture store). Just outstanding food.