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    Chico Malo

    4.0 (1.3k reviews)
    ModerateMexican
    Closed • 11:00 am - 12:00 AM (Next day)
    Updated 1 month ago

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    Paul S.

    Me and some friends came in for dinner on a Saturday night with no reservation. Luckily, we found some seats at the bar. We were greeted right away. It is restaurant week so we ordered off of that menu. I got the Elote and a meat salad for apps. Then I got the chili rellano as my main. My friends got the Birria and chicken Tinga. And for dessert, we got Tres Leche cake. Everything was very delicious. The restaurant is very clean but a little dim. There was a slight mishap with our appetizers, but it was corrected right away. I love the location of this place. And it is a great place for first dates or meeting friends. And it is very affordable. This will be my new go to spot for Mexican food.

    Birria Taco and Margarita
    Erica S.

    Always a good time here. The margaritas are phenomenal, the service is top notch, and it's right in the heart of Cityscape. This is an awesome place to eat and have drinks before the many event venues in downtown Phoenix. The vibe is always elevated and fun. And the ceviche is amazing too!!

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    Kristina H.

    A friend and I came here before an event at the basketball arena. It was pretty busy, but were able to get two seats at the bar right away. Their drink menu has some classics like margaritas and old fashioneds, as well as specials that are pretty unique and have some unique flavor combos. I had the Mango y Chile and my friend got the Mojavito. We started with chips and salsa and got both salsas. I enjoyed both but the green salsa was to die for and I wanted to put it on everything! I ordered the blue crab enchiladas and cannot recommend them enough. There was a ton of crab and the cheese ratio was perfect. The beans and rice and toppings were all complimentary of the enchiladas. My friend got the birria flautas and brussel sprouts. I did not taste them but he said they were really good. My only complaint is that our server was not super attentive. She checked on us when our food came but never came back to see if we wanted another drink or to refill our water. It looked like she was helping make drinks for the well, but she ignored our side of the bar for the most part. No biggie, but just wanted to make note of it. I will absolutely come back here and try their other menu items, along with a few appetizers.

    Jose F.

    Chico Malo has some real talent in the kitchen but the service will test your patience.. Went with my best friend, food came out promptly which I'll give them credit for, but everything around the food was a struggle. Getting the waiter's attention took minutes at a time, before we could even get drinks or silverware, and minutes is minutes too long when you're just trying to get a drink. Prices were about what you'd expect for a near upscale spot, no surprise there. The duck breast al pastor was the standout, I couldn't even tell it was duck, and the presentation was well put together. Dorados de papa were a great start to the meal, crispy and well done. The horchata was really good too. Pork verde was the only dish that didn't hit, it was decent but nothing I'd order again. Here's the problem.. the service was terrible. For a restaurant in downtown Phoenix, in an area packed with Mexican food options, that kind of service is hard to overlook. The food, especially that duck al pastor, deserves a visit. But with how many good options are around in the area, I can't recommend this one over the competition until the service catches up.

    Chips and Salsa Roja
    Ken R.

    I was invited here by a colleague, and had zero expectations on my meal. My experience quickly went to 100, after sitting down, having great service from Dante and then tasting the food! It started out simply enough with chips and salsa. We had a choice between salsa verde and rojo, with a smoky flavor. It was delicious. Then, when Dante suggested I order the quesobirria tacos, I was hooked! This is definitely an upscale eatery, yet these tacos were straight from a street-corner taqueria. Some of the best I have ever tasted. My only "negative" was the flavor of the rice. Just didn't like it. However, everything else was amazing. Another bonus is they validate parking for you at the CityScape garages!

    Grant W.

    The gf and inane t here for date night during restaurant week. The atmosphere is low key but still very intimate with list of hi top half booth seating and bar seating. We started with the Elote and roasted beet salad. The elote had so much flavor but a bit too much sauce. The beet was good with whipped ricotta. Next we had chicken flautas and pozole. The flautas were crispy but still soft on the inside, not overcooked. I loved the guac and pickled red onions. The pozole was much thicker than I'm used plus it was spicier than normal. The pozole came with chips and warm tortillas beside the normal cabbage, onions n radish. The chips were a nice touch because it was almost like a dip. And they help offset the spice. It was almost too spicy but we couldn't stop eating it! Our mains were the Pollo Tinga and Birria tacos. The birria tacos were build your oyen with all the usual toppings. Birria was soft and tender. The tinga,, which I've never had before had so much flavor. The sauce was very close to a mole with cheeses chicken and potatoes. This was the best dish I had that night. The restaurant week menu came with a drink as well. We went the marg on the rocks. The drinks were a tequila forward and I like that. We saved a few portions of the birria and tinga to save room for dessert. We took those home with a fresh bag of chips. Our server Senait was so sweet to offer the bag of chips. Great leftovers btw. The desserts were great. We chose both options of course, the Gansito and Espresso Tres Leches. The Gansito was a soft vanilla cake in a chocolate shell on a vanilla bean bavarian cream whipped sauce. The sauce complimented the cake perfectly. The tres leches definitely was espresso taste forward. This the vanilla bean with cocoa cream was a good pairing with the espresso tres leches. All these items are on the regular menu just in smaller portion of course for the restaurant week. So we'll definitely be back to try more.

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    Jennifer R.

    Sometimes all you need is a little nightcap before heading home, and Chico Malo was the perfect stop for us! We've been here before and already knew we loved the vibe, so stopping in for a quick drink was an easy yes. The atmosphere was lively, stylish, and full of energy, with great music playing and such a fun crowd. It's definitely a place where you can pop in for one drink... and suddenly want to stay a little longer! We kept it simple this time and ordered a margarita for me and an ice-cold beer for hubby. My margarita was perfectly made -- refreshing, flavorful, and just the right balance of sweet and tangy. Hubby's beer was COLD cold, exactly how it should be! Service was also great, even for our quick little stop. Everything was friendly, efficient, and welcoming. A cute little end to our evening, and yes... we'll definitely be back!

    Nycole R.

    I met a friend here for lunch recently and found it to be a pleasant place. We were seated on the patio outside near the entrance and it was not terribly busy or loud-which I appreciated. Peering inside, that might be where the real party is...louder music, lively atmosphere. I'd assume that the patio can hang too, but on a Tuesday mid-day it is pretty tame. Service was attentive-perhaps more than necessary. I can appreciate being checked on and not forgotten, but maybe just a little less than happened during our visit. Perhaps our server was new or under utilized, but it felt like we were confirming how everything was ok pretty often. I enjoyed the chicken tacos and made mental note to order them again, but without guac. I know, I'm probably the only person on the planet that doesn't care for it, but I don't. Or maybe I'd venture to try something else. The menu was large with plenty of options.

    Doraditos, elote, chicharron de ribeye, chips & salsa, house margarita, tequila sampler.
    Ellie S.

    Freaking love this place. Super cute & trendy upscale Mexican - but affordable. We always go if we're in the area or before suns/mercury games! Amazing happy hour; would highly recommend!

    Birria
    Joneice B.

    Came here for dinner on a Friday evening. Space is big with patio, bar area and separate dining quarters. We sat at High Top near bar. The seats in the dining room were hard and metal and we weren't up for that. For food, we ordered the chips with green salsa, Beef Birria, Carne Asada Plate. Food was decent. Salsa Verde and Chips were great. Birria was flavorful but everything else was just sufficient. For drinks we the Aye Papi and PECADO. My husband enjoyed his Aye Papi. I survived the PECADO but it was not my style. PECADO which is suppose to be patron silver + pomegranate tamarindo + orange juice + citrus for $14. On this occasion this drink wasn't cold and I did not enjoy it. All in all, It was a decent experience. I would come back for Happy Hour or if I was in the area for another event. What I like was that they validate up to 2 hours of parking and the music was good.

    Joel A.

    Food was amazing ; we order papas(fried tortillas with potatoes) & enchiladas verdes. Highly recommended 4 date night. Service was excellent and prompt.

    Shrimp Aguachiles
    Jenn N.

    I visited on a Friday evening after a holiday. The interior is beautiful, and the menu offers a wide range of options, from appetizers to entrées with Mexican and Southwestern influences. However, the overall focus of the menu wasn't clearly defined, and the server was also unable to clarify it. I appreciated the use of fresh ingredients. I tried the shrimp aguachile and the tres leches; both were good. I was surprised by the tres leches presentation, which looked more like three small donuts with ice cream. It tasted good however I would not order it again. I looked around, the dishes at nearby tables were well presented and visually appealing. I will definitely return. Also a notation on parking it looks like the restaurant does validate two hours if you park underneath the cityscape garage. Otherwise half street parking is difficult.

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    Kelli K.

    Every time I have eaten at Chico Malo I have enjoyed the food as has everyone I have dined with here. I think it's delicious! It's def overpriced, but it fits the restaurant's vibe and in this location it is to be expected. Happy hour prices are not bad, but portions are very small. Regular menu portions are plentiful, however. While the food is yummy imo, the drinks are meh. What is lacking for me at Chico Malo is the service. It's pretty slow even when they are not busy and overall I would describe it as absent. It also isn't particularly friendly. This is not make or break it for me but it is at the point that it stands out, I would say. The restaurant inside is cool though! And I love the music. This is definitely a fun place to come to grab some food before a night out.

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    Waited nearly 30 minutes for food to arrive and the enchiladas were rock hard. Not going back.

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    Food was delicious! Raymond made the experience even better and was so helpful and friendly!

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    Does the patio have misters?

    Yes

    Do you have a contact email? Looking to make a donation request for a non-profit fundraiser.

    How can I make a reservation for a large party? I've called and left a message but haven't heard anything.

    Hello, all large party reservations go through this platform:… 

    Does Chico Malo have gluten free options? If so, is there risk for contamination, like do they change gloves and prepare gluten free dishes in a gluten free area and have a dedicated fryer?

    Yes we have a number of gluten free options and are able to provide a safe dining experience. For things like chips our chef team will fry fresh in a separate pot or bake to ensure no cross contamination. Hope that helps!

    Are they still doing happy hour post Covid?

    Yes! 3-6pm every day (3-4pm on major event days) and we have bottomless margaritas, mimosas and draft beer from 11am-3pm Saturday and Sunday mornings during brunch.

    Is Chico Malo only 21+ or are families able to go as well?

    Yes. Families can go for sure!

    Are they still serving tacos for dinner? Don't see them on the online menu.

    Hi Angel! Our menu hosts a number of great entrees - like the Niman Ranch Pork Verde or the Mesquite Smoked Carne Asada - that come with hour house made tortillas. If gives our guests an opportunity to see the proteins as they are prepared and the… 

    Do they serve tacos at dinner?

    Yep, go and eat tacos! They were awesome.

    Do you have a breakfast menu on the weekend from 11-3?

    Yes! We serve brunch from 10am until 3pm on Saturdays and Sudays.

    Do they have Happy Hour? If so, what are the times and menu items?

    3-6pm everyday! $4 draft beer, $5 wine and house pours, $6 Margaritas and Paloma with fresh… 

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    Mariscos Playa Hermosa - Our Molcajete Frio is a cold seafood platter with so many of your favorites! Oyster. Crab legs. Ceviche. Shrimp. Delicious!

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    Our Molcajete Frio is a cold seafood platter with so many of your favorites! Oyster. Crab legs. Ceviche. Shrimp. Delicious!

    Chico Malo - mexican - Updated October 2026

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