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    4.2 (37 reviews)

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    Jennifer G.

    New Mexican restaurant in the Vue hotel on US19 in Palm Harbor. Hearing mixed reviews I went to see for myself. I give them a solid 3 1/2 stars The exciting decor and vibe invites you in and makes you want to stay. Bright, colorful, fun, Day of the Dead Service was attentive. I will say walking in and watching servers walk around there could definitely be a more inviting behavior than there is but as far as having my order taken and delivered, no complaints. Food: Food was decent to good. Nothing that blew me away and I've definitely had better but still pretty legit and worth coming back. The classic margarita which I got for free with a Facebook coupon and was undrinkable. Really really bad. I've had not so great margaritas I would still drink this is the first margarita I've had where I just couldn't force myself it was that bad. Price: I got the chimichangas that These were good but very small especially for $20 There are other places in north Pinellas with much larger portions for less. If I come back I will probably get something different or only come for the specials that are more reasonably priced. While I was there somebody ordered the margarita flight that comes in the airplane and it included an entire show that was fun to watch. But they want $30 for it!!! Typically a flight of any kind is $12-15 I get the margarita flight at Bahama breeze all the time for half that price Overall it's a great addition to Palm Harbor and worth a visit My understanding is they also own Taco Quila in Clearwater

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    Pam G.

    The restaurant is a beautiful venue, it is fantastically decorated with a very large dining area and also a very large bar. After you are seated you are given an extensive drink menu and separate large food menu along with salsa and chips. The servers are very nice and helpful, the server makes the tableside guacamole if requested and made to taste. The food is nicely presented and quite tasty. The refried beans are very different from most other Mexican restaurants, red tinged with a very nice flavor. Their salsa is not my favorite and tonight the chips weren't the freshest but having been here 3 times this is the first time with not great chips. Definitely recommend this establishment.

    Dulce M.

    Excellent! Everything! I have been to quite a few Mexican restaurants but this one is one of the best I've been to . Highly recommended.

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    Mike M.

    Amazing new spot for excellent Mexican food in Palm Harbor. We were greeted warmly at the door, and led through a bright vibrant dining room to our comfy table. We had chips and salsa (if you as for the hot salsa...it IS HOT!) to our table within seconds, and were quickly greeted by Diego. He did an incredible job all night long, and was just full of energy and great vibes. We'd prob ask for him again he was so good!! We were there for happy hour, so go the 2 for 1 margaritas....and they were tasty!!! We also had their fajitas, which were ample enough for us to share (unless you're really hungry). Would like to have some shredded cheese with the condiments plate, but everything else was perfect. The interior was super bright and festive with tons of beautiful murals and colors throughout the area. The lights could be a LITTLE dimmer, but we loved the feel of the inside. Can't wait to get back again!!

    Jenifer M.

    We were greeted with smiles and friendly faces. Quick to seat us and very helpful to tell us about the specials. Monday was a bogo night with fajitas and margaritas! Deigo was our server and he's was the best! The manager offered us the "HOT" sauce over the mild sauce that is offered with the chips. WOW! Hot a delicious flavor with a hint of smokiness. DELICIOUS!! Our fajitas were fresh and very hot with full flavor and char on the peppers and onions. The decor was extremely colorful and well done, nice tables, bright, red seating, etc. the murals on the wall are gorgeous!! They're having a grand opening on Sunday 1/4/2026. Stop in and help this new business succeed! Happy New Year See you Soon!

    Christines protein bowl. It was good.
    Mark O.

    Diet coke :-). Food was good service was great. Kind of a water view. Much better than the previous things here I hope they are successful. Levi was our waiter. Did well.

    We had a coupon and tried their tacos. The restaurant is beautiful with vibrant and bold paintings on the wall. There are different sections inside and outside. We had a table outside and were entertained by the alligators and turtles swimming in Lake Tarpon. Food was seasoned well. We will be back to try items off the menu. Raul was very friendly and attentive.

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    Julie B.

    We've heard a few positive reviews about the new restaurant. We were impressed from the minute we walked in. The photos I've seen on Facebook don't do this place justice. Beautiful, bright and clean. Very friendly staff. Delicious drinks and the food was better than expected! We will definitely be back!

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    Edible but not what I'd call good Mexican food. Gawdy murals and lots of neon. No ty

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    Food is great. Service is excellent. The view of the water was unexpected. Unexpected and amazing

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    4 months ago

    Awesome food and service! Atmosphere is excellent as well. This will be our new go to for Mexican in the area.

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    Great service, outstanding dishes, best atmosphere. Mariachi on Sunday night. We love the place.

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    Great service, menu selection is excellent, could dim the lights a bit but otherwise great!

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    Exceeded expectations. Love the vibe, lake views and the food was delish. A much needed fun spot in town. We'll be back!

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    Great Food. Great Atmosphere. Service is excellent. So many drink varieties. Will definitely be back.

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    El Texano

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    3.2
    (78 reviews)
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    The one positive: our children liked their chicken meal. We wanted to like this place; we pass by…read moreit so often and wanted to try it out. We will not be returning. Husband was irritated there was no paper towels in bathroom, the service was slow even though it was one other diner and us after a small group left shortly after we arrived. While the food was not worthwhile for the husband and I, the bait and switch with the pricing is the most upsetting. We will support local dives and restaurants, but the price on their menu and what the waiter said to us was off about $25 (to be conservative) from what we were charged (not including tax or the tip we left). The receipt photo is attached. The kids meal were listed at $9.95 on their menu (charged $29.10); in which the lady/owner tried to tell me that it's really 13.99 per their payment system and she wrote it on our receipt. We were charged for 3 fountain drinks, and then a large lemonade. We had 1 water, 1 regular size ice tea, 1 kid size ice tea and 1 kid size lemonade. The waiter told us 2 tacos w/rice and beans would be $10.95. We did ask for some queso, and were given a small gravy bowl of it, but to be charged $9.35! Umm, why is melted cheese $9.35?! The math is not adding up. This is not fine dining-why is the total $104.99? The owner said the chicken is white meat, so the cost reflects that. Ok, but why the bait and switch with the menu price and register price? We understand the need to increase price due to raising cost of goods/food, but let's be honest with our pricing. The meal was not worth it with the little chunks of "white" chicken my husband got. He was livid. I went back to let the lady know that her pricing/ menu is off. She did offer to give us $20 off our next meal. But we don't want it. This will not be a place we are returning to. Thank you, but please take care of your menu, pricing and food quality.

    Wanted to try this place after passing it a few times. Not sure what to expect when we walked into…read morean empty restaurant and only one other table came in while we were eating dinner there. Funky interior. Not an extensive Mexican menu, with burritos, tostados, tamales etc absent from the menu. Food wasn't bad, chips were fresh and the green salsa was good. No diet sodas available. My tacos were good with nice presentation, although I think $.25 as an upcharge for lettuce on the tacos was ridiculous! Corn taco shells tasted homemade and held the tacos well. Enchiladas were unappetizing and just ok.

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    Papasitos Fresh Mexican Food

    Papasitos Fresh Mexican Food

    4.7
    (121 reviews)
    1.2 mi

    My husband and I discovered this wonderful family run restaurant almost a year ago. After moving to…read moreFlorida from California, we missed the abundance of good authentic affordable Mexican food. While friends were visiting, I found Papasitos on Yelp and thought we could give it a try. I swear I would never have known this place was there if I didn't have my map app telling me where to turn! It is kind of hidden since it is tucked on the side next to an auto audio shop which is very visible on US Hwy 19. Unfortunately, it is extremely easy to miss this gem of a restaurant and I bet a lot of people drive past it all the time and don't even notice it. On our first visit, we were extremely impressed and surprised at how delicious everything was! We have not only been returning on a regular basis, we have gotten our daughter's family (including my young grandkids who are picky eaters!) hooked on Papasitos too! We all recommend it to anyone we know who wants good Mexican food. Our favorite menu items are the chicken tinga quesadilla (highly recommend it!), pastor taco, blackened shrimp taco, chicken enchiladas and carne asada burrito. Top it off with their freshly made churros - sooo yummy! Hats off to the owners who treat us like family now. A special thanks to their son, Lorenzo, who is the server. He remembers all our orders without us having to say anything. Now that's service! I hope anyone reading my review goes and supports this really great small family business. I guarantee that you'll be hooked on their food once you do!

    Great friendly place! Was confused about the gluten question and assured me the lentil soup was…read morevegetarian lol the corn chips also have flour in them, but the taste was great! The value not as much, but promised fresh and delivered fresh.

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