My husband and I were there for happy hour 2day for first time. It was great. Queso w/ pork and chips and salsa. I had chicken tacos and 2 margaritas. It wonderful. We will be back, if not that location. We live closer to Scottsdale location. read more

Cien Agaves - Chicken tacos - Mexican Near Me - Chandler, Arizona

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So excited Cien Agaves is now in Chandler! Had to come check it out and had a great experience. A much different vibe than the Old Town location. Very new, modern, classy inside. Everyone we interacted with from the hostess to our server was excellent. The food was fantastic! Can't go wrong with the endless chips and salsa to start. We ordered a bunch of tacos since it was Taco Tuesday and loved them. Went with the Chicken Tinga, Barbacoa, and Diabla Shrimp tacos, so so good. Drinks wise, they have a great menu and huge selection of cocktails and margaritas. We ordered the margarita flight to get a nice variety and it was delicious! Mango, Cadillac, Prickly Pear, and House are the 4 that come with it and honestly it was hard to pick a favorite! It does get busy on the weekends, so I would recommend making a reservation. They can host parties and large groups here as well. Nice outside dining for the good weather. Very kid friendly as well. Overall, get over to Cien Agaves! You won't be disappointed. read more

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Decided to drop by for a dinner after work with friends and was pleasantly surprised at the atmosphere inside of Cien Agaves. Highly suggest if you want to catch up with old friends/family or even do some networking, to get it done here. With the choice of their soft moody lighting indoors or outdoor seating arrangements, it's really dependent on the weather if you should decide on one or the other. Their Mango Tango tequila base drink is on the stronger side and definitely worth the money for only being 12$. My overall opinion for all the food would be that, it gets the job done and it decent value for the price considering the portions of certain dishes. In certain meat selection I'd love to have higher notes of spice/savoriness/smoke but it's definitely more on my preference of seasonings. I still enjoyed every dish I got to try. I recommend Cien Agaves in Chandler to anyone wanting to have a great dinner with people they enjoy spending time with especially if they enjoy vibes/great service with some 21+ drinks. read more

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Nice addition to the neighborhood. The food is pretty fresh and the drinks cold. They do have happy hour here and celebrate Taco Tuesday. For the time that I went, I enjoyed the Tinga tacos, the guacamole appetizer and also got to try the green chili dip, which was really good. I also got to try the rolled taquitos, which were pretty tasty. I do enjoy the frozen margarita at this location and they have a good selection of tequila available for other cocktail options. All in all such a cute place really can't wait to have a drink on the patio once the weather cools down. read more

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I loved this place so much when we had our Yelp event here recently that I had to bring my best male friend with me so he could experience it. We just happen to be in there on a Tuesday so they had three dollar taco specials and each of us got a couple of the Barbacoa tacos and I got rice and beans to go with mine as well and we got an order of chips and salsa and of course it was special made for me because of my citrus allergies so once again, kudos to the staff of this restaurant for that. Another great meal and of course it was a busy night, but our waiter kept us going with water refills and checking in on us as much as he possibly could despite working for other tables in our section as well. I will gladly bring anybody here because I love this place so much so I told friends of mine that I would like to bring them here so one night I will make the drive from Apache Junction to Chandler just for this because this place is so special. read more

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We were excited to try a new Mexican restaurant in Chandler. We loved the Southwestern decor and atmosphere, although the restaurant was quite loud, making it difficult to have a conversation. Our server was attentive and helpful with recommendations. The food was okay overall. We tried the crisp, guac, and birria tacos, but none of the dishes really stood out. Decent experience, but not quite what we were hoping for. read more

Cien Agaves - Mexican Near Me - Chandler, Arizona

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First. Pretty place. Good service. Now the food. $4 chips and salsa $17 2 taco combinations $20 3 taco combinations Terrible rice and beans Refried Beans taste canned Rice tastes out of a box Dry, bland Salsas are mediocre Hot sauce not very hot with a sweet tinge Shrimp Diablo taco. Shrimp is poor quality. Rubbery. I can get a stellar quality shrimp taco at an Ahwatukee taco shop for same or less Barbacoa taco okay Carne asada not good. Not authentic. Island shrimp taco was ok. Fried shrimp. Well, I'm just sad about this experience. We were really looking forward to trying this place. It would take a complete rework of their menu for us to return :( read more

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I went for Happy Hour with some friends and the food, the drinks, and the beautiful decor did not disappoint! A friend and I shared the margarita flight and I had the three tacos with rice and beans! We shared bottomless chips and salsa and the chips were the perfect amount of crunchy and salty. The food and drinks came fast. If you are a shrimp person, definitely try the Island Shrimp taco! You may want to make a reservation as it's a new spot and seemed quite busy Friday evening as we were leaving happy hour! read more

Cien Agaves - Mexican Near Me - Chandler, Arizona

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Super excited that Cien Agaves Tacos & Tequila came into this spot! We stopped by on a Friday to try lunch, and the restaurant wasn't too busy. The decor is excellent and gives the space a much more modern feel compared to the previous restaurant. Our hostess and server were both very friendly and welcoming. I had mixed feelings about the food. We started with the El Trio appetizer, which came with Queso Verde, guacamole, and salsa. Our server was also kind enough to offer us a green salsa, which we actually liked even more. Overall, the appetizer was pretty good. We also ordered the Chicken Tortilla Soup, which was loaded with so much chicken that it could practically be a meal on its own. I personally prefer more broth in my soup, as there was almost too much chicken for it to feel like a soup. That said, the flavor was good. For our main course, we ordered tacos with rice and black beans: * Barbacoa: My favorite! Lots of flavor and definitely the standout taco. * Al Pastor: Okay, but fairly mild and could have used more flavor. * Quesabirria: A lot going on with this one. The flavor was good, but there was almost too much happening. * Carne Asada: Also more mild than I would have liked. * Sea Bass: A little dry, and the flavor was just okay. The rice was too dry for my liking, but the black beans were on point. Overall, I think I was hoping for bigger, bolder flavors, and unfortunately, they just weren't quite there for me. The atmosphere and service were great, and there were definitely some good dishes, especially the barbacoa. I'm hoping they can dial in the flavors a bit more because I'd love to see this place do well! read more

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New spot + happy hour = the perfect post-shopping stop! A girlfriend and I needed some post-shopping happy hour, so we decided to check out the new Cien Agaves that just opened this week. And bonus--they have happy hour every day! It was definitely a little crowded, but we were able to grab a table in the bar area. With it being 100+ degrees outside, the frozen Cienaritas were absolutely perfect! The highlight for me was the carnitas on the cheese crisp--SO flavorful and definitely something I'd order again. We also tried the guacamole and queso from the trio, and both were good. The salsa, however, wasn't really our favorite. It was very watery and more like a hot sauce consistency. I was craving elote, so our bartender recommended the Mexican corn. I was able to request it off the cob, which was nice, but unfortunately it wasn't quite what I was hoping for. I think it would be so much better mixed with all the traditional elote toppings and baked together. Our bartender Hailey was amazing and took such good care of us. Considering they literally just opened, the experience was great! I'm definitely looking forward to coming back and trying more from the menu. Welcome to the neighborhood, Cien Agaves! read more

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Loved this restaurant! Great food, great service and a really nice vibe! The owners are very nice and welcoming and we will definitely be back! read more

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Food was great and the atmosphere was lively, the service was very fast and tentative. Food itself was fresh and tasted amazing, genuinely enjoyed eating her and would consider coming back. Lastly, the Churro Truck was pretty sweet to look at and their Churros were fantastic. read more

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Great atmosphere from the bar area, patio or outdoor dining, and regular dining area! I love their happy hour food and drink specials. Would definitely come back. read more

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Happy hour is the best!! Roasted poblano soup was amazing!! Cheese crisp and tacos also delicious. Great service and a fun atmosphere.

I don't understand the 4* reviews. This place was a delight. ESPECIALLY during happy hour! My fam and I went on Sunday and had the dip trio: the queso was phenomenal, the guac was guacing and the salsa was kid friendly. Then we got two kids meals, which the kids loved and were a great portion size...but they still wanted more (boys...) so we got the mini chimis for them to share. My only issue with the food is that there is too much cheese on the chimis and they weren't very crunchy. Maybe they should do cheese (like the queso) on the side??? Anyway, I got a carnitas taco that was delish and a shrimp taco that was fine (I won't get it again but it was totally good enough to eat). Husband got the combo meal and loved his taco and enchilada! The black beans seem to be the same recipe as Ghost Ranch, which is great because they're my fave. We also got two margaritas each adult (we walked it off at IKEA after). They were sweet for me but $7 on HH so I won't complain. Def a treat! The whole meal during HH was less than $100 before tip for 4 of us. We will def be back. read more

Cien agaves offers indoor and outdoor seating. They have parking available. It might be a little hard to find. They do have accessible parking with a ramp. The outside and indoor are beautiful. They are beautifully decorated. They have a mural in the back that you must see. There are tables booths, and a bar. Upon arrival we were asked if we had a reservation we told them no and we did not have a wait. We went on a Wednesday evening. They have ok happy hour selection. I had a frozen margarita and it was seven dollars. It was a smaller glass, but the margarita itself was fresh and delicious. They asked if I wanted sugar salt or Tajin on the rim. That was a really nice option to have. We had the ceviche and it was OK. It needed more flavor and the shrimp didn't taste fresh. I'm not sure if it was made a few days ago or the same day but it just didn't taste too fresh. They do constantly bring out chip, if you want more. The waitress was nice. This place is a little bit more expensive than other Mexican restaurants. It's more of a sit down and dress a little nicer kind of place. I would say this place is accessible. At the door, it is push only it does not automatically open. The host often will come and open the door and greet. There is loud music this place is not quiet. read more

Cien Agaves - Ceviche and chips with margarita. Tajin trim and frozen - Mexican Near Me - Chandler, Arizona

Very big, tons of tables, TVs in the bar area. Staff is friendly and food came out quickly. You do have to pay $4 for chips and salsa. The salsa is very good and worth it. We got tacos and a bowl- the flavors are great. Food is not sloppy with a ton of sauce, which is great! Tastes healthier and fresher this way. They have Kaluha flan, but we didn't order it cause I prefer regular flan. Cadillac margarita was yummy, frozen house marg was good too (kinda small though). read more

Cien Agaves - Tinga with corn tortilla - Mexican Near Me - Chandler, Arizona

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So filling, so delicious, and great happy hour!! Loved the vibes and has that classic Mexican-style feel that we know and love! read more

Cien Agaves - Cheese Quesadilla Clasica, Tinga Taco, Enchilada Especial and chips! - Mexican Near Me - Chandler, Arizona

This place is fantastic! I love that it feels like you are in an upscale cantina in Mexico. The ambiance is on point and make me want to drink all of the margaritas! My favorite is the prickly pear margarita on the rocks. They juice the cactus pears themselves and you can totally tell. It's not overly sweet. It is seriously the best margarita I've ever had. I was there with a large group and all of the cocktails were so colorful and delicious. I can't remember what it's called but my friend had some kind of a banana drink and it was delicious! We shared a bunch of delicious appetizers. We got the cheese, crisp and added Carnitas to it. I will totally go back for that! Also love the flautas, the ceviche, and the steak fajitas were so good! The staff were super friendly. All around an amazing experience this is a great addition to the area! read more

We have always gone to Cien Agave and Old Town Scottsdale, which is amazing but wanted to check out their new location because I frequently am in Chandler and it blew us away. We had so much fun. The restaurant is very well designed and decorated. Service was awesome. Love the music love the vibe and the food is always on point! We had a party there and we will definitely be going back for special occasions as well as just dining. It's perfect for everything. read more

Cien Agaves - Fun friend get together! - Mexican Near Me - Chandler, Arizona

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Well Crap! Was hoping for a good new upscale Mexican spot... What a let down! Casey our server was friendly and efficient! We went with another couple and our grandson.. between the 5 of us, we tried all the different kinds of tacos they offer..they all had a weird oily taste... the guacamole was just avocados, few tomatoes and tons of onion powder... no acid (lime juice) at all..terrible! One of the other reviewers mentioned that the beans tasted like they were out of a can and rice out of a box! That is 100% incorrect! Out of a can beans or out of a box rice would have been an improvement... I'm a native Arizonan and I have never, not once, ever had such terrible Mexican food! We tried 3 different margaritas collectively and they were meh at best... I, personally ordered a shot of casas amigos tequila... it was 1/2 of a shot and wasn't cheap... Very disappointing... won't be back.. I get it if service was off upon only being open for a month... however that was in place.. The food and drinks out the door upon opening should be spectacular... likely to not improve... oh well read more

Cien Agaves - Mexican Near Me - Chandler, Arizona

For our first time there unfortunately the food was not good. Food was served cold, cheese wasn't melted. Kids nachos horrible just tortilla chips w/ shredded cheese that wasn't fully melted. Everything was dry from the rice to the meat in the tacos. No flavor just bland. The Strawberry Marg just tasted like lime juice. Also $4 for small side of habanero sauce ridiculous! The customer service could be better. Server was nice but we had to wait awhile to get service. All in all would not go back again. read more

Have tried this restaurant twice. Cold tortilla chips that taste like from a bag. Watery tasteless salsa. Bland refried beans. Dried out Mexican rice. I didn't like the odd tasting crema that they put on the quesadilla. Unusually sweet taste combinations for the shrimp and sea bass tacos. Unimpressed by the beef enchiladas. For a New Mexico raised boy, this is pure boring Gringo food. Wifey liked it, but she's a Yankee. Farmers from South Dakota might find it exotic. The place is busy for some reason, with a longish wait for near room temperature food. Don't recommend. read more

Had the chance to visit during opening week. It's a new convenient location in Chandler. The restaurant was very busy. We were seated promptly at our reservation time. There were some fun opening week activities including a Tequila tasting and live artist. Servers were prompt and friendly. Margaritas were tasty. The Margarita Flight was a fun way to sample several of them. We started with the Green Chile Cheese Crisp which was tasty. Entrees included the Fajitas and Chicken Enchiladas. The fajitas were sizzling hot. My only minor complaint is that the Enchiladas were just warm. They were still very good. I'm sure the kitchen was busy. We saved room to try both desserts, a Churro Sundae and the Kahlua Flan. Presentation was great and they were both very good. The restaurant features a nice sized bar. There is a daily happy hour from 3pm to 6pm and a reverse happy hour that starts at 9pm. Compliments to the friendly staff including the hosts. read more

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We love the one in Scottsdale. Have been going there for years. We've been to this new one twice and probably won't return. Staff is rude. Will look you in the eye when you try and get their attention and turn away. You almost have to shout to get their attention. Food takes forever and comes out cold. Not too flavorful either. Even old standards like the Cheese Crisp are subpar to Scottsdale. We'll give it a few months and try again, but this place is a sad comparison to Scottsdale and Ghost Ranch. read more

The atmosphere, the food, the drinks, and the happy hour! Diabla shrimp taco is my favorite. Everything is awesome read more

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Stopped in tonight during Happy Hour. The place was busy with customers inside and out on the patio. Quickly greeted by the hostess and escorted to a table. We have been to the Cien Agaves in Scottsdale and wanted to try this location out. Margaritas were refreshing. We ordered the guacamole and chips. Love the pomegranate seeds in the guacamole. My husband ordered a carne asada taco, a diablo shrimp taco and an island taco. He was very pleased. I had the cheese quesadilla and really enjoyed the flavor of the melted cheese. We brought a friend with who stated she would be returning in the future. Our waitress checked with us regularly and had a very positive attitude. Happy to find this closer location of an old favorite. read more

We visited Cien Agaves for Happy Hour with our friends. Although we've been to the one in Old Town Scottsdale, my husband prefers not to go there often because it's outside his 5-mile radius. :) So, we're excited to have our own Cien Agaves in the neighborhood. Our experience was wonderful all around. We were greeted with genuine smiles, and the warm, inviting atmosphere immediately made us feel welcome. The food was top-notch, and we loved our server, Antonio (Tony), who went above and beyond to accommodate my friend's special requests. He was fast, friendly, and attentive, and his outstanding service made an already amazing experience even better. Be sure to check out their Happy Hour and Reverse Happy Hour. The Cien-a-rita is delicious, and don't miss out on their fresh, homemade guacamole. If you're looking for delicious Mexican cuisine, outstanding service, and a beautiful atmosphere, the new Cien Agaves in Chandler is a must-visit. We can't wait for our next meal there! read more

Nice atmosphere, beautifully decorated. The food was pretty good but you have to pay for chips and salsa. Both salsas were too sweet so we asked if they had a hotter version so they brought habanero sauce and charged for that too. Ordered the mini Chimi's which were descent (lacked flavor) but they're more like mini fat burritos that are not deep fried. Service was fast although our server was indifferent. This was our first time here, and will give it another chance but left thinking.... Meh read more

Great service, friendly staff and food that was just as good!! Everyone in our group agreed! Cien Agaves won't disappoint! Look forward to coming back soon! read more

Frequent Cien Agave in Old Town for years... My bff lives in the East Valley and so we tried their new location. I really liked the location a ton - they did a great job and this will be on our rotation for sure! my favorites are the Guac, margs (skinny) and the carne asada tacos. read more

Unfortunately, this was a pretty disappointing experience. I know Cien Agaves just opened, so I was completely willing to give them some grace when it came to the food and working out the usual opening kinks. But honestly, the service was by far the worst part of the experience. Our server was difficult to find, wasn't very attentive, and came across as having a bit of an attitude. I ordered an iced tea and never even got a refill because I couldn't find her--which is frustrating when you're paying restaurant prices for a drink. The food didn't make up for it either. I had the mini chimis and the chicken was extremely dry. They were supposed to have jalapeño cream cheese, but I honestly couldn't taste it or really even tell it was there. Funny enough, as I was leaving, a guy and his date were walking in and he asked me how it was. I gave him my honest opinion, and he immediately said, "Guess we'll find someplace else." I told them to go to Ghost Ranch instead and that they'd have a much better experience. You're welcome, sir. I really do hope Cien Agaves gets things figured out. I understand they just opened and there are always going to be some kinks to work out, but the food needs improvement and the service especially needs some serious attention. Unfortunately, based on this experience, I won't be back. read more

OMG such a great experience !! Cari one of the managers & Quinn our server were AWESOME!! From the minute my two gal pals & I entered we were treated like royalty!! The food was FANTASTIC & the service was impeccable. The tacos were amazing as was the guacamole & the margaritas so exceptional!! The restaurant itself is decorated so beautifully . We will be back over & over!! Can't wait to see Cari & Quinn again. They feel like family! I'm writing a raving review because it's deserved!!! read more

we had tacos and taco platter with enchiladas. They had 5 draft beers on tap, lots of mixed drinks and tequila. I had shrimp with spicy sauce -chicken tacos. Dessert was churro sundae. 4 stars clean bathrooms, welcoming staff. Jayden was our server and super sweet. Off 54th and Ray Road. read more

Cien Agaves - Drinks - Mexican Near Me - Chandler, Arizona

New Mexican Spot Alert! I wanted to share a quick review of a brand-new restaurant that opened up about two months ago. I live in Gilbert and never really adventure out to that area, but I was on my way to drop off my car at the Honda dealership on the I-10 in Phoenix. Even with the highway closures making it a total hassle, finding this absolute gem made the trip completely worth it! The place is called Cien Agaves. I am originally from Mexico, so I am always on the hunt for good Mexican places, and this spot blew me away. The restaurant itself is beautiful--gorgeously decorated with agave plants and a nice mural in the background. The service was also really nice and welcoming. To start, they give you complimentary chips and a very tasty salsa. For my main meal, I got the mix-and-match taco combo. I tried the Queso Birria taco, the Carne Asada, and the Tinga, which came with sides of rice and beans. Every single taco had its own distinct, delicious flavor! To drink, I had a non-alcoholic hibiscus and Topo Chico sparkling water with a Tajín rim--it was so refreshing and complemented the meal perfectly. We ended the meal with dessert: warm churros topped with vanilla ice cream, whipped cream, and caramel. Absolutely delightful! If you are ever over in that area, please go support this new business. It is 10/10! also Alberto or Roberto (don't remember correctly his name ) was a delight to talk to , nice work muchacho ! read more

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Fun, mexican place. Great food. Service was wonderful, the happy hour prices for appetizers was an unexpected treat. We will be back!

Bomb spot...The food was fantastic, service was on point, everything was fresh and the atmosphere was awesome. You can tell they really care about the food. Definitely a must try and well for sure be back!!!!!!!!!! read more

The place looks nice but the food was not on par. I'm Mexican so I had high expectations. The food was all extremely salty and the drinks were not executed well. A paloma was just club soda and lime ? Ummm where's the grapefruit?! This place is new so I hope it fixes these newbie mistakes. read more

The food is on point, same quality as the Scottsdale location. Drinks are delicious! The service has been great each time we come, especially given the amount of time this location has been open. I crave the chicken tinga tacos and have yet to be disappointed. read more

Cien Agaves - Coconut margarita, perfect dessert - Mexican Near Me - Chandler, Arizona

We took out the enchilada plate and at home there was no trace of the green sauce! A couple of tablespoons would be nice. Still it was good and worth a repeat ... with a bit of sauce. We did dine in a few days ago and the interior was very nice and well done with a slightly formal feel. The lighting from above directed down at the table could have been turned down just a smidge. Looking forward to making use of their patios when we are sub 100. Nice misters all around. Glad the owners took over from Smokin Fins. Very nice to have another option in the neighborhood. Short on cash? Try on all-day Taco Tuesday where $10 gets you a Tecate and 2 tacos. read more