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    Casa Azul Mexican Kitchen

    4.3 (32 reviews)
    Closed 11:00 am - 10:00 pm

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    Entrance and waiting area for Casa Azul.
    Jerina M.

    Casa Azul is my favorite Mexican restaurant in Shelby and honestly my favorite Mexican restaurant period. The decor and atmosphere are amazing and so are the service and the food. My husband and I go here on lunch or dinner dates almost weekly. They bring chips and salsa when they seat you and I always order a small side of queso. This visit I had the traditional taco salad with chicken and my husband had the fajitas poblanos that came with a side plate of rice, pico de gallo, beans and sour cream. Everything was delicious. We like to try something new each time and everything we have had has been phenomenal. Everything is always fresh and the portions are huge. We always have leftovers to take home. We love this place and will be here often.

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    Tabatha M.

    Service and Ambiance was great. Food was so so, nothing to write home about, presentation was beautiful, taste wasn't all there and it was greasy, which you don't expect from Mexican cuisine. I got the Quesadilla Rellana, my husband got the Fajitas Texanas, my children got shrimp and fries and rice and beans. Trying the one in Lincolnton I thought this one would be up to the same standards, I was wrong.

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    Lisa D.

    We enjoyed our meal at Cafe Azul. This is a new restaurant in Shelby (staff said they had been open about 5 months.) I ordered the Pescado C-AZ minus the shrimp due to shellfish allergy. It was well prepared, artfully presented with an edible flower and was delicious. I would order it again. My husband had a chicken, steak dish presented in a 1/2 a pineapple shell with a side of tortillas and it also came with rice and beans - probably would have been better to share as he could barely finish it. We also ordered the guacamole which is made fresh when you order. Timing was a little off on this as we received the guacamole without chips but they remedied it quickly when we asked. The decor is Frida, Frida, Frida as it states her home was the inspiration for Casa Azul. Music seemed loud and odd for the decor and restaurant's theme, but others may enjoy. Seems like they are going for a date night vibe. We were there on a Thursday night so we didn't wait long for table or service. Wait staff and manager we encountered seemed engaged and friendly. We will try again in the future.

    They are always so Fast and service is delightful! the ambiance is so beautiful and decorated well and i always clear my plate after every visit! Best Mexican restaurant in shelby

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    John O.

    Check in. Got a beeper. They called us within the time. Then sent us back out, because they selected the wrong beeper. Waited. Then called us. Chips: basket is small. Chips are cold and stale-like. My guess, not made onsite. Second basket was warm. The servers are friendly and busy. The busyness affects the service. The salt, which the chips desperately need, doesn't come out of the shaker. Eventually the shaker worked. Ambiance: well it's extra. Food: Above average. Flavorful. The food was not hot enough for me. We will come back. Considering it is Shelby, it is an average to good restaurant.

    Burrito Texano - shrimp, chicken, steak. Yep I'm going back.

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    The food is very good. The staff is excellent. The interior is a little overdone but overall the experience is good.

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    Delicious food and beautiful atmosphere! The staff were so welcoming and helpful, we never had to call our waiter. I would highly recommend.

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    The food was awesome, the atmosphere is great, we were served promptly, staff was friendly.

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    food is fabulous!!!!! atmosphere is amazing! most definitely the best restaurant in shelby!!!

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    We were greeted and seated quickly and within moments had a basket of fresh chips and sauce.

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    Cielito Lindo - Kids Quesadilla

    Cielito Lindo

    4.7(127 reviews)
    41.8 mi

    Needed to find a spot centrally located between Ft Mill SC and Archdale, NC for a cousins dinner…read moreand stumbled upon Cielito Lindo and I'm happy we did! Started our catch up session with a couple of brews and their salsa, I'll call it a flight - medium, a tomatillo verde, and a spicier one - delightful. Their small cheese dip was also great - next time I think I'll try the Spinach Cheese dip but needed a baseline to taste first. I got the chicken and chorizo which was also great, and the chicken fajitas came out sizzling hot! Our server was such a delight, we let her know it was the middle for us to meet and couldn't believe we had both driven 45+ min but was grateful we did and even made recommendations for when we come back. We enjoyed their outdoor seating and had a great time with good food.

    Friendly service. Common plus unique dishes. That makes Cielito Lindo a great choice for Mexican…read more I enjoy spicy food and they are not afraid to give you something with heat if you want it. One of their salsas has some heat which gave it an enjoyable tingle for my taste buds. Dinner options are broad. While my family got chimis and quesadilla (which were good) I enjoyed This and That, with 2 spicy crabmeat and shrimp burritos and 2 chicken flautas. What a great variety of flavors you n one plate, again with a little bit of heat. I didn't partake in the drink menu this visit but they offered traditional Mexican soft drinks and of course margaritas. If you're looking for a variety of delicious Mexican dishes Cielito Lindo has you covered

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    El Camino Real - Molcajete Con Camarones

    El Camino Real

    4.2(86 reviews)
    89.5 mi
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    What a lovely place! When we stepped inside it instantly…read moregave that beauty and enchantment with the painted arches, the shingled roofed booths, the colorful artwork- diverse from piece to piece and plentiful. There is a candy stand at the desk too. The service and attention to detail was amazing. The fooooood was a big star. I am on a mission to branch out and try a lot of new food this year, and today that included a bit or two of each dish ordered- An ACP dish, a burrito, a steak taco, spicy sauces, queso and chips, and my actual order- the pupusas. Everything- was absolutely delicious. I really enjoyed the pupusas- which I hear may be a salvadorian influenced dish? The shrimp in the different dishes was cooked perfectly- which I know from my various excursions and attempts in the world and my own kitchen- is not a guarantee. Accessibility notes: FULL stars. Various seating and options, tables and booths, room to navigate comfortably. A small ramp outside on the curb. And the bathrooms were actually fashioned correctly- in the handicap stall the bars were in the right places and at the right heights- as was the toilet paper holder- no bending necessary to access it seated. The door to the restroom was not too heavy either. Very refreshing as this is often a chaotic messed up set up at some place. We came as a group, for a friend lunch date after thrifting and we had a fantastic time! So happy and we will definitely be back!

    I visited El Camino Real for a lunch date with my friend. The restaurant was decorated very nicely…read moreand we were greeted at the door but was told to pick any seat. Most of the tables needed to be wiped off including the one we picked but the staff kindly walked over to clean everything up. Our server started off a little rocky but we still managed to have a great time. I order the Birria tacos and order a drink, and so did my friend. The Birria tacos were really good but I do think it could use a little more flavor. I still ate every bite. The Salsa and Queso was honestly my favorite. I love Queso anyway but theirs did not disappoint. It was so hot with no lumps! Overall, I would recommend for a quick lunch date and the drinks.

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    Que Onda - Plaza Midwood - Pollo Guajillo

    Que Onda - Plaza Midwood

    4.5(143 reviews)
    37.9 miPlaza Midwood

    Decent brunch in the heart of plaza Midwood, but room for improvement…read more My friends and I Came for the $1 mimosas they are running for the last two saturdays of the year. We arrived around 130p and sat downstairs even though it was nice out and there's an upstairs bar, they said it was not available... They were advertising $1 mimosas for the holidays which is a steal, but to be honest, it was very OJ heavy which I guess is what you would expect. They are normally $3 so still a great price. There is a dedicated parking lot and street spots as well. It's a bright and colorful space with vibrant decor. We ordered an assortment of breakfast and birria tacos. I enjoyed my tacos especially being able to order à la carte, but the service was a bit slow even though it wasn't too busy or crowded. I would give it another chance for lunch or dinner. Or a taco Tuesday! They have daily specials so I think it's worth another shot. @azfitfoodfun

    Great spot in plaza! Small rooftop/outdoor patio and some indoor seating upstairs and downstairs…read more I've tried a few things on the menu and have really enjoyed them all. Fajitas, tacos, and flautas have all been great. The trio is pretty good. Not the best guac or queso I've had, but certainly does the job. The salsa is restaurant style and slightly smoky - really enjoyed it. The tacos are also a little on the pricy side ($20 to mix and match 3 tacos), but still tasty. They also have good specials - $6 jumbo marg on Fridays. Definitely a spot I will continue to come back!

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    El Gallo AVL

    El Gallo AVL

    2.3(3 reviews)
    64.5 mi

    NEVER AGAIN!Firstly the service is THE WORST I've ever experienced in a restaurant. Considering we…read morecurrently live in Miami that's a lot to say considering miami service is known for not being great. It took us 30 min to even put in an order after I asked the waiter (named Terrell W on our check) we were ready twice. When we asked to split our check our server said " it's easier if you just split it yourself because I have things to do". When asked what he had to do considering the place was empty he said he rather go home with an insanely rude attitude. Beside the service the food is INSANELY overpriced which fine we're in downtown AVL but in the very least if we're paying $6 for a tiny taco I'd expect it to be good. Every taco (the steak, pork, and chicken taco) tasted as if an entire container of salt was poured on it. Absolutely inedible. Unless you want to be bloated for two hours after eating three small tacos and treated like garbage, I suggest you avoid this place at all cost. Its no surprise this place was completely empty at 7 o'clock on a Saturday. I won't be coming back again. Management should really reconsider their choice in staff if they're planning on staying open much longer. Edit: as we were walking out Terrell yelled at us "I hope you never come back here again!" I went back to tell the manager which Terrell hearing me said " yea I said that." Manager did nothing. This place is disgusting in more ways than one. One star is too many for this place.

    By far the best tacos i ever had!!! I had the steak and al pastor.. so juicy and tasty! We'll…read moredefinitely come back! The amtosphere is very laid back, pretty small place, service is great. Best tacos!

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    Papas Express - Kobe Burrito

    Papas Express

    5.0(5 reviews)
    62.7 mi

    Being located inside a shopping mall, I honestly did not go in expecting the food to be anything…read morespecial. Typically, mall food tends to fall somewhere in the middle--either just okay or forgettable. However, this restaurant completely exceeded my expectations. The food was served very hot, very fresh, and incredibly delicious. The portion sizes were also generous, which made the value even better. Everything tasted well prepared and satisfying, especially for a mall setting. The service was solid overall. The associate helping us was friendly and attentive, though he didn't seem to know the full menu and had to turn around and reference it a few times. That said, it didn't negatively impact the experience in any major way. One of my friends in our group had an issue with his order, and I was genuinely impressed with how it was handled. They immediately corrected the mistake by making him an entirely new meal and even allowed him to keep the original one as well. That level of customer service is not something you see often, especially in a mall food environment. Would I recommend this place? Absolutely--without hesitation. I would recommend it over many other dining options in the mall. If you already plan on visiting the mall, this spot is definitely worth your time. I was also told that they have a brick-and-mortar location outside of the mall. If you're not a fan of mall dining, I would highly suggest seeking out their standalone location instead. Based on this experience, it's likely just as good--if not better. Overall, the restaurant space was very clean, well organized, and clearly well maintained. Do not hesitate to try this place as soon as possible--it easily outperforms many of the surrounding options and is far better than what you might expect from a typical mall restaurant.Honestly, this particular place exceeded my expectations even more because the meal also came with free tortilla chips on the side, which was a nice and unexpected bonus.

    Papas Express at Asheville Mall in Asheville is a great place to go for delicious food that is…read moreflavorful and fresh. I really like the tacos and everything else that they have available here. I have been impressed with all of the orders that I have made from here.

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