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Candilejas

4.6 (42 reviews)
InexpensiveMexican
Open 10:00 am - 9:00 pm

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A menu displaying various Mexican dishes including tacos, enchiladas, soups, and fajitas, with images and descriptions.
Dean H.

Very clean and food and service was spot on the only disappointment was no alcohol This will be a frequent stop for me

Fish tacos,  so good!!
Katie E.

Delicious! Everything we had was amazing and the service was awesome too!! I had the fish tacos, my friend had the shrimp cocktail & we shared the guacamole. The lady who waited on us was super friendly and helpful as well! We will be back for sure!

Dinning room - Interior of a Mexican restaurant featuring red and white checkered tablecloths, a variety of chairs, and decorative wall signs.
Jim G.

I am moving to this area of West Texas and have been living out of a hotel while I work and prep for my permanent move in a short while. As a "stranger in a strange land" I can't live off fast food and don't want to go broke by overdoing visits to more upscale restaurants. I tried Candilejas one late afternoon on a whim. I was hungry having skipped lunch and felt like trying a local Mexican establishment. Candilejas did not disappoint! Although it's outward appearance is somewhat "Sketchy" once inside it reveals itself to be warm, friendly, and inviting. On this first visit, I was the sole patron (it was early for dinner) and I was greeted by a young woman who did not seem to be comfortable with English as a language. Nevertheless she seated me and we got through the ordering without a hitch. Before I left other patrons had arrived. I was however, the only gringo - but that's cool with me. I had enchiladas mole which were outstanding. Now as I write this I have just returned froM my second visit. Same waitress, one of the same couples from the other evening as well. This time I selected Romies Combination plate and it too was outstanding although a bit too much for my appetite. I will bring my wife here when she comes out and can say I think we will be regulars. I guess I only need to learn Spanish now for the full immersive experience. Try Candilejas, I promise you'll be pleased.

The saddest nachos ever and shrimp that were obviously not grilled.
Robin R.

I am not sure how this place got 5 stars! Order was brought incorrectly and all they did was scrape it. Only top had stuff on the nachos. Fish tacos were bland and served with lettuce, not cabbage as listed. Beans from a can and tortillas were Albuquerque brand, not fresh. Refills nonexistent and ignored. Steak fajitas were not skirt steak. Requests were ignored. Very dirty and the service was absolutely terrible. The kids nuggets were just Microwaved dino nuggets. Her excuse for taking the order incorrectly was that it wasn't her fault. Shocked that she tried to argue with me about her mistake for my child's food. Would not consider this place kid or customer friendly. ‍

Devon K.

Everything minus the service was meh. Service was great. I got the tacos rancheros. Meat was tender but no flavor, beans weren't great, rice was good, guacamole needed lime juice and salt. Based on all of the other reviews, I left disappointed.

Fish tacos
Sharon C.

Warm welcome by Guadalupe. Menu easy to read. Flour tortilla fish tacos arrived hot and delicious !!!

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6 hours ago

Found this spot and have not stopped going. There food is great, the service is also great, and the vibe is calm.

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3 years ago

Good food, service was great and definitely a very clean place. I would recommend it to anyone that is looking for a good Mexican food.

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4 years ago

This is my favorite little restaurant. The food, is by far the best traditional style Mexican food in Midland. Love it.

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7 years ago

Awesome food!! Very sweet lady served us. Definitely worth going to. Worth the price ton of food!!!!

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Great food! Everything is delicious. Menu is going to expand as they get more business. Stop by for the menudo on Saturdays, it's delicious!

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8 years ago

They have excellent service, food is very authentic, atmosphere is superb. I would give it more stars but I am only allowed 5.

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8 years ago

This place has the best Mexican food in town. Great tacos. My favorite is the Mona plate.

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7 years ago

It is really good place to came and the music is terrific and one good place to come and eat

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