Casa Tequila Authentic Mexican Grill

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I just visited for the second time, and the service has been quick and friendly both times. I recently tried the chicken enchiladas verde which were pretty decent. Last visit I had the chicken fajita quesadilla which is probably my favorite. It's a great location not far off 380 and close to the North Liberty area. It's quieter and has plenty of parking, so it's super convenient. We'll definitely be back! read more

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The meal was delicious- fresh and hot. The service was not so good. The restaurant was empty in the pre-dinner time frame (no other customers anywhere), yet there was a delay in being waited on and for follow up refills. The staff was too busy talking amongst themselves. When it was time to pay, the server literally hovered over me with the electronic payment device. The tip options were 20, 25, 30%, or customize. Difficult to customize when the server is in your face. read more

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Karan V.

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All right with this place, this a huge place and a probably the only restaurant in this town of Johnson county. I like mexican food. Like really like. Not a fan of Americanized mexican food but this felt I was having a good meal in Houston Texas. Overall this place has a good vibe with outdoor seating options and with a huge indoor space for dining. I love their huge dinner portions. Also a big fan of their mushroom and onions quesadillas, it is delicious. They have taco Tuesday too, way better flavored taco for a dollar. Their salsa is cold and fresh. Feels good after hogging on those chips. Recently also tried their quesso was nice too. In less than a month, I stopped by almost weekly here. Don't forget about their drink specials. Their jumbo lime margaritas are addictive ;) Also they are fairly quick, even after being busy all the time. read more

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Called an order in for 3 chicken enchilada dinners, got home with it and only one meal in the bag. Called and the guy on the phone said and I quote, "I'm busy, what do you want me to do" I'm not the one that screwed up the order, he should have been trying to figure out a solution, We go there/call in for take out a lot, no more, seams its been slowly getting worse. They're plenty busy so they don't have to worry about repeat customers. Other places that'll gladly take a new customer. read more

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Did not honor the lunch special prices even though I came in during lunch time... got the full charge for half the portion. Food was not even fresh it's complete garbage I wouldn't even feed my dog. What a complete waste of money, I regret leaving them a tip that's how bad this place was. I'm never coming back to this awful restaurant. read more

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Tyler B.

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This place is GOOD. Used to go to a Mexican Restaurant in Iowa River Landing but this place blows it out of the water! Service is great, food is great, and the vibes are always good. Never seems to be super busy and the staff really seems to care about your party. This is always a go to in my opinion! Pro tip: meal is cheaper if you pay with cash read more

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Gerrit K.

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Thrilled to find authentic Mexican food in Iowa on our summer RV road trip. Definitely the exception rather than the rule - most "mexican" food in the midwest is anything but. The staff was friendly and attentive and provided us great service. We enjoyed the enchiladas divorciadas, coctel del camaron, steak ranchero, and queso fundido with some lime margaritas and a Dos Equis Amber. It definitely was not to the spice level we are accustomed, but was plenty flavorful and enjoyable. read more

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Dee W.

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This was fine with the only highlight being the taste of the rice. Salsa had a lot of chili powder. Guac was so creamy I wonder if it had sour cream in it. Tamale was dry. Chicken taco was better Than the pork or chorizo. read more

Casa Tequila Authentic Mexican Grill - Chips are hard and thick. Salsa has too much chili powder for me. - Mexican Near Me - Tiffin, Iowa

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Kelly G.

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Get the stuffed pineapple!! You won't regret it. Service was good- took a little long to get our bill (honestly we probably could have dined and dashed tonight lol) but overall, GREAT experience! read more

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I love this place because they have amazing food and super friendly staff plus awesome service here. read more

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Megan S.

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We went in for lunch on a Monday. My partner and I ordered the lunch fajitas. The food was okay, but the service was terrible. Our waitress was short and abrupt. And didn't check on us again until we were done eating. It's a nice clean restaurant. I just feel like the food and service were not worth the price we paid for our meal. read more

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Travis T.

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This place is right up the road from my house, so I've checked it out a few times. They are very generous with their margaritas, which is always a huge plus on my eyes! The food itself hasn't left me blown away but has also never left me seriously disappointed. The service is always great whether you're eating in or taking out. It's not a place I'd be looking at if I was in the mood for truly authentic Mexican flavors, but it's still a fun place to get a bite and some drinks before a night out. read more

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Sarah J.

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chips and salsa were great! I'm used to getting a nice serving size of beans/rice and lettuce/ guacamole with my fajitas. I got very little with my meal which was extremely disappointing for the price. We also had to send back a plate due to one of the tamales being burnt. Overall good atmosphere and plenty of staff, food is a 5/10 for me. read more

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Sharon J.

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Relocated to The New York last year, just off of I-380, Casa Tequila is a fantastic spot with lots of space. Great margaritas! Love their taco salad and they have a grilled half pineapple with fajita fixings in it that is to die for (Can't remember what they call it on the menu). Limited parking in front, but ample parking in the back. Patio seating in the summer allows you to enjoy the view! read more

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Kaileigh M.

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We love this place! Typically pretty quick to get food, the margaritas are great, and reasonably priced.

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joan d.

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8 years ago

A hidden gem. We were very pleased with the food. Despite forgetting my side of rice twice, everything was delicious. We each had something different and equally enjoyed our meal. Son in law had a stuffed pineapple, daughter had vegetarian tostada and enchilada, I had the vegetarian nachos and my husband had pork tacos. The guacamole is so good. We had some left over and asked them for a to go container and they refilled it! They also never charged me for my rice. That rarely happens and while not necessary, was appreciated. Oh, and the margs are good too! read more

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Bill C.

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First visit...not impressed. New location is very industrial and noisy. Ordered the shrimp quesadilla and a Patron margarita. Very little seasoning on shrimp, and hardly any cheese. Couldn't taste tequila in the very expensive marg. Try harder Amigos... read more

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Madonna W.

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Great food, beautiful new place, fast service. Met friends for dinner, it was AWESOME!

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Todd H.

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Nice new location, good staff and decent food. Large margaritas are as big as my head as are the large beers.

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Steve K.

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Buyer beware. The prices on menu do not REFLECT the actual price you will pay. They say the company that printed the menu's put down the wrong prices!?! Then correct them with a whiteout pen, thinking this might be illegal for them to do. You have to insist to get a paper copy of the receipts. Another thing is they have posted if you pay cash you get a 4% discount. Nope.... Food is the best for Tiffin but some of the sneaky tactics makes me worry about eating there again. PRICES CHARGED DO NOT MATCH THE MENU'S. I contacted the BBB. read more

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Adam V.

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The environment in La Casa is festive and bright. There was a crowd but the restaraunt wasn't too loud. For my meal I had the Enchiladas Veredes. I really enjoy the tang tomatillos add to any sauce and La Casa's fit the bill. The chicken I had in the enchiladas was well spiced but a bit dry. The service was excellent. The waiter was prompt and friendly! read more

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Jessica P.

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Casa Tequila is a fun restaurant with pretty good Mexican food (especially for Iowa). We had no idea it was open because we don't live in the Tiffin area, but were glad a friend suggested that we try it. Pros: Good food (with generous portions) and drinks for affordable prices. We tried the Molcajete, and it was a great dish for two people to share. Lots of good meat, cheese and veggies served with tortillas. We also enjoyed the margaritas. Cons: Tiffin is a drive if you don't live in the area. I think Casa Tequila is worth the trip, but it's not as accessible as some other area restaurants. read more

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Eugene S.

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The last time i went here the food was great. This time i ordered the same item and it was flavorless and a waste of money. There is no consistency here at this restaurant unfortunately. I will not return. read more

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Jacklyn M.

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Good food, drinks, and service! Margaritas with jalapeño, yum. Their quest fundido dip is so good.

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Howard D.

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Ok. We're escapees from California (San Diego) and therefore Mexican food snobs so we've driven by here countless times with our noses in the air but tonight Johns ice cream was closed so we decided to try it. It was very fast service and fresh and just right. Complete with the right Mexican music and accents. Good salsa. My shrimp burrito was massive and mainly shrimp and lettuce with perfect avocado. My wife's mushroom quesadilla was really tasty and the side plate was enough for two. We will be back with a changed attitude. read more

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Darren P.

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Onca again another awesome Mexican restaurant, but in Tiffin, IA. They have Tecate cerveza, great guacamole is so smooth, could be a little cunky, but tastes great. My meal is: Arroz & Frijoles & Chile Reano & Mexican Taco. Overall, a grand place to bust with family and friends. read more

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Darryl D.

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I have eaten at Casa Tequila more times than I can count and I have was at least good. My favorites are definitely their seafood selection. I love the fish tacos and my usual is the Camarones Tequila that comes with tilapia. For desert I recommend their Flan. The service is normally pretty quick from taking my order to delivering the food. read more

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Caylene B.

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I have to update my review...this IS our go-to Mexican restaurant. Have never had a bad meal....staff is always on point, friendly, and courteous.... margaritas are always awesome! read more

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Luke H.

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Food is good but the last 3 times we've picked up food from here they have forgotten the cheese sauce for the chips. I will not be returning. read more

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Thomas O.

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Good food! Good friendly staff. A new building supporting their new location. Enjoyed my time at the restaurant.

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Paris L.

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We stopped here while traveling down I-80 on a cross-country trip. It's conveniently close to the interstate, so it was nice not having to travel far off the path. The place had good reviews, so we figured we'd give it a shot. This turned out to be a great choice. The restaurant smelled wonderfully of fresh Mexican food. I ordered a pastor taco and it was terrific and I appreciate how onions and cilantro were served separately on the plate. I ordered a #7 - a chile rellano and beef enchilada with rice & beans. It really hit the spot. This little family owned restaurant is great. If you're in the area or passing through, it's the perfect spot to grab some fresh Mexican food. read more

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Kelly M.

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My family visits here when we are craving Mexican. We are always seated right away. The chips and salsa are yummy. My only complaint is sometimes my taco salad is very watery and not a lot of lettuce. But other than that the food is great and always hot. read more

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Chante L.

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Really good food. They are fast with takeout orders and give you plenty to eat. I like the fact that they are able to make my favorite which is Carne Asada fries, even though they don't have them on the menu. read more

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Beonka S.

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The food was good for lunchtime get away. Didn't care for the sliced avocado on top of the burrito...something that was corrected eight away. The soda drink tasted like sediment. I'm thinking it could be the water system in town...definitely needs a filter system. Other than that, I will be back. read more

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Sy C.

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This is a great restaurant. Servers are polite, interior is decent, and the food was very good. I got an al pastor torta it was scrumptious. I also had a margarita. It looked like they had a big batch pre-made and it was ok. If you ever in Tiffin definitely check it out. read more

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Ernie B.

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Has been my favorite Mexican place in the Iowa City area for years. Quiet and comfortable atmosphere!

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Bill E.

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Great place with a variety Mexican food, from the authentic to TexMex. Always very clean and the staff always greets us with a smile. This has become our go to place when friends come to visit us in Tiffin. read more

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Eric P.

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Love this place for its prices and delicious food. For a town that has no stoplights, this place is great. It's mildly authentic compared to La Regia but much more than other Mexican places in Coralville. I love their tamales! The atmosphere is great and family-friendly. Service is fast unless the place is slammed - which can happen on weekends. Still, if you're waiting a long time for food, the free chips and salsa helps. read more

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Rusty Z.

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The service very fast and the food is always hot and great. We found this place via groupon and have been coming back ever since.

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Renae W.

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The service is awesome!! Margaritas are to die for. Absolutely the the waitress named Martha she is so cute and friendly and just makes me and my family's time there more enjoyable. Definitely gotta try enchiladas they are amazing!! read more

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1100 Andersen Pl
Ste 350
Tiffin, IA 52340
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(319) 665-0006
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What time does Casa Tequila Authentic Mexican Grill open?

Casa Tequila Authentic Mexican Grill opens at 11:00 AM on Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Friday, Saturday and Sunday.Casa Tequila Authentic Mexican Grill opens at 9:00 AM on Thursday.

What time does Casa Tequila Authentic Mexican Grill close?

Casa Tequila Authentic Mexican Grill closes at 10:00 PM on Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Friday, Saturday and Thursday.Casa Tequila Authentic Mexican Grill closes at 9:00 PM on Sunday.

Mon-Wed, Fri-Sat 11:00 AM - 10:00 PMThu 9:00 AM - 10:00 PMSun 11:00 AM - 9:00 PM

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Does Casa Tequila Authentic Mexican Grill take credit cards?

Yes, Casa Tequila Authentic Mexican Grill takes credit cards.

Food & Alcohol

Does Casa Tequila Authentic Mexican Grill have catering options?

Yes, Casa Tequila Authentic Mexican Grill does have catering options.

Does Casa Tequila Authentic Mexican Grill serve alcohol?

Yes, Casa Tequila Authentic Mexican Grill serves alcohol. Full Bar

Indoor Amenities

Does Casa Tequila Authentic Mexican Grill allow dogs?

Yes, Casa Tequila Authentic Mexican Grill allows dogs.

Does Casa Tequila Authentic Mexican Grill have TVs?

Yes, Casa Tequila Authentic Mexican Grill has TVs.

Outdoor Amenities

Does Casa Tequila Authentic Mexican Grill have bike parking?

Yes, Casa Tequila Authentic Mexican Grill has bike parking.

Does Casa Tequila Authentic Mexican Grill have outdoor seating?

Yes, Casa Tequila Authentic Mexican Grill has outdoor seating options.

Does Casa Tequila Authentic Mexican Grill have parking?

Yes, Casa Tequila Authentic Mexican Grill has parking options. Private Lot Parking, Validated Parking

Other Amenities

Does Casa Tequila Authentic Mexican Grill have free WiFi?

No, Casa Tequila Authentic Mexican Grill does not have free WiFi.

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El Dorado Mexican Restaurant

3.6(54 reviews)

5.4 mi

This is our date night place! I lived in San Antonio, and this place brings me back. Food is…read moregood, staff is nice, I love when they play Mexican music and hate it when "the boss" is out and they play country music. We bring our "out of state" loved ones there, too!

I'd definitely return to this spot - if we still lived in Iowa!…read moreFood was solid. Sometimes it's hard to find delicious Mexican food outside CA (and Tejás). But this place quinched our thirst. And of course, complimentary chips and salsa are always a plus!