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    Carlito Burrito

    4.7 (11 reviews)
    ModerateMexican
    Closed 5:00 pm - 10:00 PM

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    Jessie P.

    Mexican food has become massively popular in Brighton recently and Carlito's is definitely one of my favourites. Cool, trendy and relaxed atmosphere with friendly service and really tasty Mexican food. I have eaten here 3 times now and tried different dishes each time. I think my favourite dish is the fish tacos but everything I have tried has been packed with flavour. If your especially hungry I would recommend getting a burrito as they are huge and very filling. I love to try different dishes and all the food can be served kind of tapas style so its great to get a few dishes to share. Really great value for money and top notch unique cocktails (I love the hibiscus one). They don't take bookings and being a small place that's already very popular be prepared to wait for a table (it's worth it). On 2 occasions I have waited at the bar with a drink, actually one time we ate at the bar which was fine and we got to chat to the staff and see the cocktails being prepared. It is very relaxed and one time we did wait a while for our food but I didn't mind this at all. It kind of feels like your on holiday with the Mexican music playing and the funky decor!

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    2 years ago

    Quesadilla was amazing! Monty lemonade also fantastic! Great atmosphere and service was wonderful. Definitely a place to eat at again

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    Authentic Mexican, excellent food and margaritas. Fantastic service from friendly folks.

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    Review Highlights - Carlito Burrito

    I think my favourite dish is the fish tacos but everything I have tried has been packed with flavour.

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    Los Amigos

    Los Amigos

    3.4(21 reviews)
    1.5 mi
    £££

    This is a great little Mexican restaurant where the food bursts with flavour and quality. With so…read moremany good deals, it would simply be a joke to pass up the chance to sample Los Amigos' colourful menu in favour of another Mexican joint. I'd wager it's the best in town. You must book on weekends as it gets quite busy but don't let this put you off as, in true Mexican style, the more people that arrive the better the atmosphere gets. If you like fajitas pop down Mon or Wed as they offer large chicken or vegetarian fajitas for £15 and these will easily fill two hungry tummies. Other deals include Tapas for two for £15 on Tuesdays and a two-course special menu available Sun-Thurs for £8.95. This place is great for special occasions as the sangria flows freely (£10 per jug) and the staff are more than accommodating. If you fancy some authentic Mexican food in a fun but not unoriginal environment, then look no further.

    Was really surprised when reading the reviews for this restaurant as I think I have not really had…read moremany worse experinces in Brighton, I would normally eat out with my wife but ventured in here one early evening on my own, from the outside it looked pretty inviting and on walking in I again thought this feels nice, nice decor, cool lighting and thats where it all went downhill. The staff member approached me and directed me to a table right next to a busy table full of rather load people, as it was the only table with people on it I thought I could sit somewhere a little away from the noise, (my mistake) so I kindly asked if I could sit up the back of the restaurant, she pointed me in the direction and left me too it. From the service to the food, well what can I say overpriced and as far from Mexican food I have had, very tasteless, just nothing to it what so ever, no chicken in the chicken chimichanga but plenty of refried beans but again over cooked, just not very good at all. All round avoid this place, the service and food was bad, I have eaten Mexican food in many places including Mexico and America and this was just an insult to a fine cuisine.

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    Tortilla - Brighton - Our burritos are among the best this side of the Atlantic (we believe)!

    Tortilla - Brighton

    3.3(10 reviews)
    0.5 mi
    £

    I've been here several times and have been holding off on my review, waiting for that one time…read morewhere my opinions change dramatically about this place. Sadly, this time has never come. The food in here really is distinctly meh. Nothing to blow anyone's socks off, I'd vouch. It's fine. It's average! But who wants fine and average when they're dining out? I can cook fine and average very well at home, thanks! Firstly, let me just say that in terms of speedy, relatively cheap food (£5 for a 'medium' (massive) burrito) this place is a-ok. It's quick service and easy to take away or sit-in with. So, if that's what you're after, then by all means stop on by. However, if you're after great Mexican food, this place is likely to disappoint. The system is simple. You pick your dish and the servers build it for you right then and there. A Mexican subway, if you will. The staff are pleasant enough and quick about their work, so no real complaints there. Everything I've tried from here has been rather bland. The meat is tasteless, be it the pork, the chicken or even the beef that costs more to add in. It's a little on the dry side and lacks that juicy, flavoured quality a good burrito has. I added guacamole (extra cost again, as per usual in these joints) and even the spiciest salsa and still, the tastes were underwhelming, to say the least. Even the tortilla wraps (their very namesake!!) are a little too gooey for my liking! I don't rate this place and, despite it's temptingly close proximity to my flat, I think I have finally given up hope on it. There are too many decent Mexican places around that, for little extra cost, will offer much tastier and more flavoursome food!

    I arrived unaware that they had just opened but they were on time and all good to go. Great…read morelocation, middle of town with loads of options for shopping, cups of coffee etc nearby. I had the large chicken burrito with an optional side of guacamole for 70p extra. Quite a few options for toppings and everything was spot on and fresh. The large is a nice size and come hungry if you want to enjoy it. With a side it tortilla chips that was a tad bit salty but overall the meal was great! The prices are pretty good value for money and nice and tasty and something different to a sandwich or burger. Great seating options with a few booths on the main level as well as seating downstairs and upstairs. Pretty simple menu with everything you need including other options, if you maybe don't want a burrito and want it in a bowl instead. Also a few added extras one can put on their meal. When I was sitting eating, the customers came rolling in getting a mixture of take away and seated. Nice job.

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    Las Iguanas

    Las Iguanas

    3.4(37 reviews)
    0.3 mi
    ££

    What a terrible experience. Server could not understand me (fair enough, maybe my American accent…read morethrew him off), but he was a total a hole about it. I had to point to things on the menu. Then he told me that they could not make ANYTHING without adding coriander. Does that sound reasonable? It doesn't to me. Then when I told him I was going to just eat somewhere else, he became very offended. I was going to argue with him, but he was such a dope, I decided to keep my mouth shut and just walk out. What a little prick. I can't comment on the food, because I never even got close to trying anything. But the service is $#!T

    I have to admit that when I'm in England, I'm prepared to be disappointed by Mexican food cause it…read morehappens so often. So, yeah. Sometimes I'm wrong and their Mexican food doesn't suck. Cue Las Iguanas. Got dressed up all fancy-like with my boo to swoop on their Margarita Monday. But ironically, they don't even have margaritas on the Happy Hour menu (umm, what?) but they do make them. Their happy hour rocks pretty hard: 2 for 1 cocktails all day Sun-Wed and from 12-7:30 Thurs-Sat. Translation = you now have a perfectly good reason to drink at noon on a Thursday - 2 for 1! Bless you Las Iguanas. Happy hour also includes Tapas specials: 3 for £14.50 or 5 for £24. We got the prawn fajitas and enough other tapas to feed a small army or just two really greedy people. Free wifi. Great music. Beautiful ambiance. Perfect date night spot. Try the caipirinhas!

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    Earth And Stars

    Earth And Stars

    4.2(34 reviews)
    0.4 mi
    ££

    I had the pleasure of coming here the other day and was utterly impressed by the whole experience!…read moreI've walked past this place many a time and just never managed to go in, so when my friend suggested it for a Saturday lunch and catch up, I could hardly say no! We started off with some drinks - I had an incredible berry flavoured cider that was tart and pinkish in coloured, recommended to me by the lovely staff! I also had myself a nice black coffee (it was one of those days!)... The food menu is great here and there are plenty of appealing options to choose from. I spotted steak and chips for a mere £11 (plus £1 for peppercorn sauce, which of course I added) and was a little dubious... Steak and chips for £11? It's hard to not expect poor quality at that price, but I must say that I was very pleasantly surprised. The steak was great and cooked medium rare, as requested. The chips were AMAZING and the added peppercorn sauce was delicious and came a-plenty as well, so worth the £1 extra in my books. There was also a lovely big side salad that came with the dish, making it a hearty and tasty meal at such a bargain price! The setting is lovely in here too. I was able to bring my pup inside, which is such a massive plus for me, and there was a really friendly and comfortable atmosphere! I can't wait to go back to this place and, if I'm ever craving a steak and chips that won't break the bank, I'll be in here in a shot!! :)

    Luvd the friendly busy vibe of this pub and the tasting opportunity to try a traditional Sunday…read moredinner that was veganized. I esp enjoyed the tastes, textures and colors of the smoked tofu puffed pastry and my fave surrounding plate vegetables were the cabbage and the roasted yellow potatoes w veg gravy. The reason I gave four instead of five was that the asparagus tart dish was lacking in good texture and flavor. Also, our takeaway leftovers were accidental thrown out in the kitchen rush and w/ it our jet lagged son's food; he literally was sleeping at the table. The staff in that throwaway regard were very apologetic. Overall a wonderful experience.

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