Delicious food and great service. The restaurant is hidden in the back through the store. Good…read moreprices and large portions.

The entrance to this unassuming spot feels almost deliberately off-putting at first--plain facade,…read morea sign directing you to a side door that leads straight through an attached market. It's a clever (or perhaps just pragmatic) setup; that market itself is a gem, stocked with an impressive array of authentic Spanish and Mexican goods. We'll definitely return for provisions alone. Inside the dining room, the space is spotless if somewhat dated--simple, no-frills decor that prioritizes function over flair. Our server was cheerful and energetic, a bright presence, though service proved inconsistent; she largely vanished after taking our order, leaving us to wait an inexplicable 30-plus minutes for food despite only two other tables occupied. When plates finally arrived, the portions were strikingly generous, almost comically so for the price point. We began with the complimentary chips and salsa. The salsa carried decent freshness and a mild kick, but it wanted for seasoning--more salt, a bolder hit of garlic and cumin would have elevated it from passable to memorable. No refills appeared, which felt stingy given the "free" promise. The horchata, however, shone: creamy, deeply flavored with cinnamon and vanilla notes, refreshingly cool and well-balanced--one of the better versions I've encountered recently. The carnitas dinner plate delivered on volume: a mountain of moist, crisped pork that had all the textural appeal one hopes for--tender interior, satisfying crunch on the edges--yet it arrived curiously underseasoned, lacking the salty, savory depth that should define the dish. Homemade refried beans were a highlight: smooth, flavorful, clearly made in-house with real care. The Mexican rice held good seasoning too, though it verged on dry. Steak fajitas followed the same pattern--giant heaps tender strips of beef and soft, well-cooked vegetables in generous heaps, but again, flavor felt muted, as if the seasoning hand had been unusually light. It's puzzling: everything executed competently, meats tender, produce fresh, yet the palate kept searching for that missing punch of spice, acid, or salt. No where else in COLGA gives this much steak, so very grateful. The shrimp cocktail appetizer (small portion) justified its price through quality ingredients--clean, plump shrimp in a classic tomato-based sauce--but it was straightforward, nothing transcendent. The queso fundido with chorizo fared far better: authentic, house-made chorizo with real spice and depth, melded into creamy, stretchy queso that felt genuinely homemade and deeply satisfying. Desserts redeemed much of the meal. The tres leches cake was textbook--moist without being soggy, richly soaked in the three milks, properly sweet and authentic in texture. The chocoflan, though, was the standout: flawless layering, silky flan with just the right caramel note, dense chocolate cake beneath, executed with evident skill and genuine flavor. In the end, this place offers undeniable value through abundance and some authentic touches (those beans, the queso, the desserts), alongside a market worth the trip alone. But the persistent lack of seasoning across the savory dishes left the experience feeling curiously flat. It's hard to muster enthusiasm for a return meal when so much potential goes unseasoned. Still, another visit to explore different menu items isn't out of the question--perhaps the kitchen's bolder preparations will hit the mark. For now, it's a solid neighborhood option for quantity and certain homemade elements, but one that needs more confidence behind the seasoning to truly impress.

Leslie was an amazing server. We will ask for her every time. She made sure to tell us about…read moredrink specials.

The food is good and you get a lot of food. The service was fast and he was very Attentive to us…read more My friend love this place. I will cone back

Loved some of their lunch specials. Service was very good…read more Last few time I drove by for lunch they appeared to be closed..

Nice find in Columbus…read more If you are looking for a good Mexican restaurant, this is the place. Good food, large portions, good salsa, outstanding service and cold beer. My wife ordered the guacamole tacos. They were lettuce wraps with sliced avocado and pico with grilled tilapia. Nice and fresh. I had the combo fajitas which included steak, chicken, shrimp, carnitas and chorizo, served on a sizzling plate with grilled onions, peppers and mushrooms. We will return.

Having spent over a month in this area, I am so sad I only found out about this place now! It one…read moreof a handful of places you can pick to eat from in a food hall. Menu is a little difficult to pick out prices from at first glance but make sense if you keep reading across where proteins are. I was happily gorging myself on their massive barbacoa burrito with their homemade red and green hot sauces. There was so much beans, rice, pico, and beef inside. Honestly, it's enough to feed two people or one with a very big appetite. I am in love and wish I came here sooner. Come enjoy this locally owned and casual family spot!

I've noticed the quality of the food here has been going down while the prices keep going up…read more $16.00 for nachos? That honestly makes me want to cry or just stay home and cook instead. I really hope things improve, because it's getting harder to justify eating out when the value just isn't there anymore.

We had time to kill & wanted chips, salsa, a few beverages. Randomly found Agave & expectations…read morewere met. Ordered queso & guacamole. Both were delicious. Salsa was excellent. Had a fire roasted component so did not taste like it was out of a jar. No entrees ordered. Restaurant was very clean, service was good. Definitely will return for a full course meal. You should try it.

I really wanted to love it here because the person I came with absolutely lovessss it and comes…read morehere all the time! The chips were nice and crispy and the salsa was too thin/watery for me personally. We split the birria egg rolls to start, which was perhaps just a wrong choice. I didn't even finish one and was feeling so full/heavy by the time my fajitas came that I had to box it up and take it all home. I liked the flavor but wow I felt so sick after eating it. Prices were reasonable- my fiesta fajita meal was under $20 and had shrimp, chorizo, chicken, steak, AND carnitas. Huge value and all the meat was yummy. If I returned, I would definitely just skip the heavy app and get an entree.

Worst place to eat super expensive and the horchata cost $5 never eating here again…read more Don't come here unless you rich or got money like that

We ordered take out, so take this with a grain of salt. I ordered the number 4. Tacos Ala Mexicana,…read moreand was disappointed in the amount of meat given the price was $21 for 4 tacos. Probably not worth the cost in my opinion.

This place is INSANELY good. From the moment you walk in, the energy completely shifts--what looks…read morea little questionable on the outside turns into a warm, welcoming spot that feels alive and inviting. The workers are not only efficient, they're incredibly generous... like they refuse to let your chips run out (and trust me, you won't want them to--they're addicting). And the speed? Almost suspicious. Your food comes out so fast it makes you do a double take, but somehow it's still hot, fresh, and packed with flavor like it was made with care. Every bite hits. This place really knows what it's doing. Lowkey didn't expect much at first, but it completely proved me wrong. I'll definitely be back.

So authentic and so good! I always love coming here when I'm around. Service is fast and excellent,…read moreand the ambiance is nice with plenty of seating.

This was my first time back in quiet a while. I used to love it…read more The service was great. The food was OK, partly that was on me for coming in the evening. There weren't enough customers to keep things fresh. The big disappointment was that it is no longer AYCE or a buffet. It's a pay by the pound and served cafeteria style. I'm glad I went but I won't be back.

The food was really good here the service was wonderful. The ladies kept coming back to ask if we…read morewere doing fine. Definitely going back to visit soon!!

I was excited to hear Columbus now has a Pure, so my family and I went for dinner on a Saturday…read morenight. I expected that there would be a long wait, but there wasn't. I got the strawberry margarita, which was delicious. We shared the cheese dip and chips. I also shared the chicken quesadilla with my mom. The quesadilla was unlike any I've had before, and it was absolutely packed with chicken. We liked our food. It's just pricey. The restaurant is large inside, and has outside seating as well. We will be back when in town again!

Horrible service and we waited forever for our food. No one came to check on us and when we did get…read morefood it was cold and my daughter's hard taco was soggy. It wasn't even good food. There is better Mexican in the area. Very disappointed and have heard others say it's horrible as well. Over priced.

As soon as you walk in you are greeted by friendly staff. I was seated immediately after walking in…read moreon a Tuesday which is pretty busy. Didn't take long for the waiter to approach and take our drink ordered. The margaritas are not too strong nor too light. Just the right mix with great taste. The food came about 5 -10 minutes after ordering which is typically in this style of establishment. Everything on my plate was super tasteful. The chimichanga was cooked perfectly with a lot of flavor. Nothing on my plate serviced. Definitely recommend this little restaurant nestled in Smiths Station, AL.

Got food to go . Hostess helped me with my order and selection is true to real authentic mexican…read morefood. Service was Awesome . But did not have certain things I asked for on food but it's ok . We are all human and taste is awesome .