A friend and I came to Condesa on a Thursday night for dinner and drinks. We each ordered a classic margarita--great price at $14- one strawberry (with a sugar rim) and a jalapeño one with a tajin and salt rim--and I loved how they present them! The strawberry one came shaped like an heart! Also, instead of a full rim, they do this cute, artistic strip of sugar or salt on the glass. It's a small detail but really well done. The space itself is super charming. There's a long bar with plenty of seating, plus a cute patio out front near the sidewalk. Inside, it's low-lit with Mexican music playing, greenery hanging from the ceiling, and a bit of an industrial feel--it all comes together really nicely. Even the bathroom is adorable. The bartender was also super friendly, which made the experience even better. she checked in with us often. Very kind soul! We started with chips, salsa, and guac. You get a few different salsas: a chunky spicy one, a spicy green salsa, and a mild red. The chips were really good, and they also included these pinwheel-style chips that were a little different and had a nice bite to them. For my meal, I ordered the pollo asado burrito stuffed with rice and meat--really good. My friend got the enchiladas with refried beans and rice and loved them too. The enchiladas had plenty of sauce, and the beans (pinto) and rice were both really well seasoned. Portions were generous--we even had enough to take home for breakfast the next day. Overall, such a cute spot with great food, strong drinks, and thoughtful details--right down to the real flowers at the bar. Definitely would come back. read more

Condesa - Jalapeño marg - Mexican Near Me - Phoenix, Arizona

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We came to Condesa because it was right by our hotel but I'm so glad we did. To start off, they give you complimentary salsa and chips and the salsa was incredible. The verde salsa is usually pretty hit or miss for me but this might be one of the best verde salsas I've had. We ordered the nachos to share and we were surprised how big it was. Definitely good for large parties. Highly recommend getting it as it comes loaded with guac, cheese, sour cream, and whatever meat you want. The tacos were also really good (also ginormous). Overall, highly recommend coming. We tried to come back the next day but unfortunately they aren't open Sunday/Monday. read more

Condesa - Complimentary salsa - Mexican Near Me - Phoenix, Arizona

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Crescent Ballroom Burritos have been such an important part of my life since their conception, and the hardest "goodbye" when I moved away from Phoenix in 2016. Since then, I had always defaulted to the Crescent Ballroom as my first destination from the airport. This last trip, however, I was tipped off to rumors of relocation for this burrito and immediately rerouted to 130 N Central Ave to see for myself if these rumors were true. Sure enough, the first burrito on the menu was "CRESCENT BEAN & CHEESE" and before I could say anything, the burrito shaped hole in my heart ordered it for me, add carne asada of course. The food arrived in different packaging than before, as to be expected by the unique yet familiar ambiance to where this burrito and I have met so many times before. I adored her in the foil, with the Mr Bean stickers and salsa squirt bottles as accompaniments, but a birthday-suit burro and salsa saucers were signs that whilst we, ourselves, have matured, our relationship matured with us. I was welcomed with a smile and introduced to the space by a wonderful host who helped me find a comfortable spot at the bar from which I write this. Thank you, Condesa, staff and Crescent Ballroom for allowing this burrito to continue to exist in a space like this for all to enjoy. read more

Me and my friend had some spare time and went in only for a quick drink. The chips and salsa were complimentary free first round. The drinks were pretty good. Also the three salsas. We were greated and seated right away. The ambience was so relaxing and clean and nice. Wish we had enough time for food but I will be going back. read more

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Outstanding food, excellent drinks, great ambiance, on point service! Highly recommend this hidden gem. read more

Condesa - Great margaritas! - Mexican Near Me - Phoenix, Arizona

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This was a tough one. Everything was very good! If you go here for tacos you will not be disappointed! Go for lunch 3 tacos, chips/duros and a drink for $15. A little expensive but not outrageous. 5 Star - I don't know if I've been to any restaurant where I loved all three salsas. The house tomatillo, chile de arbol, and salsa fresca were all excellent. None of them were really spicy but had hints of a kick. The salsa fresca was probably my favorite though. The chips and duros were well seasoned too! 4 Star - the shrimp , pastor, and asada were all very good. The shrimp were cooked perfectly cooked. The pastor had some char on them and the pineapple balanced the taco well. The asada was a little bland, and I would have enjoyed a little char, but still a good taco. The atmosphere was very laid back and comfortable. The staff were all very friendly and the service was fantastic. 3*** = Good but no separation from similar restaurants 4**** = Set themselves a part with quality food and I want to go back. 5*****= You have to go out of your way and make a special trip to try the deliciousness that is there! read more

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Vegan review: One of the treats of working downtown north of Van Buren was eating lunch at Cocina 10 at the Crescent Ballroom. Covid put a kink in that - no more lunch service. And then I stopped working downtown daily. Fast forward to 2025, and I'm selected to serve on a grand jury all summer, for $12 a day (plus mileage), 2X a week for four months. Yep. My reality became "where can I go to lunch south of Van Buren, for less than $12 (my daily wage). Amazingly, Condesa delivered! Their $10 lunch specials, including a beverage, chips and soda, are the best buy in downtown! During my adventures in civil service, I was able to make it to Condesa several times. The chips and salsa are as good, if not better, than my memories of Cocina 10. The burritos seem a bit different - may a different flavor to the beans? - but are still delicious. They are slightly grilled, giving the quality tortilla a bit of a crunch. The vegan cheese is unfortunately not an option for the lunch special, but it's worth it for an extra dollar or two. I also had the Cocina 10 ensalada (made vegan) and vegan jackf fruit tacos during my term of service. All good, but the tacos were spicier than expected. The location is an easy walk from either end of downtown, and service is friendly and fast. The dining area is quiet and cool, which was a great help for summers downtown. I never tried to park since I was already down there, but I can imagine that being a problem given the location. But if you are in the downtown area already, and want a high quality, tasty and affordable lunch (or dinner) with vegan options, Condesa is your place! read more

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This spot was such a hidden one till now while I keep eating around this place all the time. Finally discovered this through a friend for a team lunch. I couldn't snap much pictures since it was a business team meeting. Overall I would highly recommend this place for the quality of food you get here and at a very reasonably priced for a quality restaurant. Here are my takes: Food/Drinks: Tried a few appetizers on the table to share. As my entree, I got chicken enchiladas. Everything was so delicious here. Good quality food as well. Service: Staff was superb during my visit. They were so friendly. Checked in me multiple times. Interacted with 3 of the staff so can say it should be their restaurant ethics for sure and can assure a great experience during your visit. Ambiance: Ambiance is the first impression you would love this place about. Everything looks classy and very artistics as well. This has a great vibe overall. Hygiene: One of the most cleaned restaurant you can even go to. No complaint during my visit. Everything (table, cutleries, dishes) was clean slate like anything. Price: For the experience they offer and the quality of food that you can feel difference, their menu items are very reasonably priced. If this place was near my home, this may have been my to go place. read more

Condesa - Mexican Near Me - Phoenix, Arizona

Nice vibe and warm, friendly servers. I appreciate that they stay open late and have clearly labeled vegan items. That said, the vegan options are limited (mostly veggies or beans with vegan cheese, no jackfruit or plant-based proteins on the menu we received), and the food leans spicy. The guac w/ chips was super fresh but pricey at $16, and as a gluten-free vegan I found choices limited since they don't offer GF tortillas (only GF corn for the tacos). Condesa might work if you're looking for a calming late night meal, but won't be back since it didn't meet our needs for variety or value. Glad we gave it a go! 090925 read more

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So, I'm torn on giving a five star review, however, the food was that good. I was in town for a conference and this place was recommended by someone in our hotel lobby. The reviews make this place look pretty good, but you never know. Let me start off by saying that the hostess at the front door was very rude and offputting. The restaurant was almost empty because we showed up early, but she put us in a table right next to someone. We slipped one table over as it was uncomfortably close for being such an empty place. She came back and told us we needed to move back to the table that she placed us at. She did explain that she had a big group coming and they were putting them at the table that we moved to, even though we only moved to a four top, so I understood that... However, the way she said it was offputting. I had three of their tacos: barbacoa, apron (steak), and shrimp. They brought out a basket of Mexican pinwheels and chips with three types of salsa. All of it was very fantastic! Each of the three types of salsa had their own unique flavor, the right amount of spices, and just tasted really, really good. The tacos were out of this world. We ate at several places while we were in Phoenix and this was the best by far. I don't think the restaurant could do anything about this, but do people prepare to nearly have to step over homeless people at the front door. They were literally 18 inches away from where we had to walk in order to get in. If the food was average Mexican food, I probably would've gave this place a two or three because of the hostess, but the food overcame how poor her ability to interact with people is. read more

As soon as you step inside you're welcomed with a greenery of very well taken care of pothos plants. I came by for a late night bite on a Thursday night and I would have completely forgotten I was in downtown Phoenix except for the booming bass from a nearby club, not their fault so no stars lost. To drink, I had the Casa Blanca margarita which was refreshing blend of citrus and sweet. To eat, I had the Asada Plate and the arrachera was the best I can remember having. It was marinated with great flavor and very tender! The beans and rice were cooked with spices that complimented the beef perfectly. The flour tortillas were fresh and delicious, I wish I could purchase them in bulk! My partner had the Sonoran Dog and two tacos: jackfruit Al pastor and apson. I had some of his papas fritas and they were the BEST! We sat at the bar and the service was welcoming and attentive. I feel like it was good value for the quality of food, service and atmosphere. I hope I can get back here soon! read more

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I've been meaning to check this place out since they moved from Crescent bBallroom and into this place where Liars Club used to be. It's also in the same building as Valley Bar and you're able to get some of the food from here while at Valley Bar. I love when they bring you free chips and salsa for the table and here the chips were all fresh and all 3 kinds of salsa were really delicious and unique. We also got the guacamole and it was really good. I had the al pastor burrito and loved it. It was seared on the outside give it a nice crunch, and the actual flavor of everything in the burrito really hit the spot. On top of everything the service was excellent and all the food came out really quickly. This is a great place to stop in for some really good food or even just a drink when downtown. read more

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They first start you off with free chips and salsa which were delicious. All green, red, and like a mild habanero. As for the main dishes: Chicken enchiladas-5/5- even though these enchiladas were not that big, the flavor of chicken with cheese topped with creama were perfectly seasoned. Tacos- 4/5- enjoyed the fresh corn made tortilla, but the el pastor meat could've been cooked more for a little charred flavor. Feels as though the meat were sitting in a warmer before getting served, but it was still good. Elote-3/5- the corn was good, but there was too much liquid/water (maybe a one off) in the bowl before you mix the corn season/cheese together. Service- 5/5: I forget our server name, but she was attentive and friendly read more

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These nachos were LOADED!! My friends and I got the vegan nachos, and we're not expecting them to be so large - but we loved the proportion especially for the price! The interior is so cute and even though it looks small on the outside, there was a lot of space on the inside for seating. Perfect place to come to for date night, and it's right next to a lot of the bars I go to in downtown read more

Condesa - Mexican Near Me - Phoenix, Arizona

The hostess ( two young ladies) asked me to move it or lose it. Next thing you know, we had security asking me to leave. Definitely not returning to this place. read more

Condesa - Over priced burrito $15. - Mexican Near Me - Phoenix, Arizona

Stayed in Downtown Phoenix (March 23,2025) tried a small little place called Condesa and was pleasantly surprised. Cool and vibey Mexican restaurant with trendy decor and very clean!! SERVICE: We were seated immediately. Alec helped us this evening and was very friendly and attentive. (Yay Alec!!) FOOD: We tried lots of tacos! Carne Asada, Al Pastor, Shrimp, and Jackfruit Al Pastor. All of them were super tasty!! Also tried the street corn, very good, but very spicy. This place rocked it tonight! Go give them a try if you are staying downtown. read more

Condesa - Liquid Appetizers! - Mexican Near Me - Phoenix, Arizona

I love crescent ballroom so this is automatically 5 stars. I am biased. I have been eating this food for a long time. Service is always great. I love the veggie and vegan menu. Order the papas with jalapeño creama also! Try the agua Fresca with lime juice and simple syrup added for alcohol free drinks. They also have a zero proof non alcoholic drink menu with zero proof tequila. Try the tacos apson veggie, or the jackfruit al pastor taco. Amazing food. Chips and salsa is really really good, I'm addicted to the red. The chips and salsa should be free sad face, but they're $6. It's worth it I guess. There's a lot of things I like here because the flavors are authentic even if it's Americanized, it's very fresh food too. The flavors are always there for me. I do have something negative to say tho #1I tried the flour tortillas for the first time and I'd definitely get corn next time. I think I usually get corn. They're soft corn so it's good. I don't think at crescent I was ever given an option. #2 the tacos were just a bit drippy with juices. Not oily, but juicy. Maybe from the vegetables on my taco or the melted cheese idk. Juicy plate. #3 my boyfriend said the jackfruit al pastor was really spicy this time. I tried it too and I agree. Very spicy today. read more

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Finally had a chance to try Condesa and there's a lot to love about this place. In particular their assortment of Carne, chicken, and shrimp tacos rank as some of the best in Phoenix especially the Apson variety. Their elote appetizer is on point as well as their watermelon aqua Fresca. Not a fan of their black beans as they were a bit lacking in flavor and seemed a bit over cooked. The vibe & the service are exceptional. read more

My fiance and I were in search of a happy hour spot before the Suns game and stumbled upon Condesa. They have a great happy hour menu from 2-6pm Tuesday-Friday. This spot is a cute little hole in the wall and has ample indoor, bar and patio seating. The ambiance is very chill and welcoming. We were promptly seated and placed our drink order, a classic and jalapeño margarita from the happy hour menu. We were brought complementary chips and salsa as well, which was interesting since they had chips and salsa on their appetizer menu. Word of caution though, we were charge $6 for extra salsa and didn't know about the up-charge until we paid. The margaritas were refreshing and the jalapeño one had the perfect, subtle heat. They also had well drinks on the happy hour menu, so my fiance switched to a vodka pineapple while I stuck with another jalapeño margarita. Our tacos were packed with deliciousness and were definitely filling for $4 each. The veggie was my favorite, the vegetables had a nice char that amplified the umami flavor. The jackfruit was good too, but I've had better at other taco spots. My fiance enjoyed his tacos, the pollo asado was his favorite. When we paid, they didn't show us our tab until we already paid and asked for a printed receipt. I'm glad I did as only one of our items was at the happy hour price. The waitress adjusted the amount, but it's unfortunate they didn't catch it until I said something. This is definitely a cute spot for happy hour, I'd go back if in town again. read more

Condesa - Pollo asada, Barbacoa, and carne asada happy hour tacos - Mexican Near Me - Phoenix, Arizona

I'm visiting Phoenix for a week and wanted to have some good Mexican food. I looked for the highest rated restaurant near our hotel and Condesa came up. It deserves all 5 stars! The ambiance is very nice! Tons of plants, lots of cool art, a beautiful mural, comfortable seating inside and outside, and nice lighting. My husband and I came here for lunch. The waitress was wonderful! So energetic, friendly, fun, knowledgeable, attentive... I can't say enough good things about her. I ordered the elotes to start. Then I ordered the chicken asada taco, the al pastor taco, and the jack fruit taco. The tacos come with homemade corn or flour tortillas. We had corn. My husband ordered the same as me, except he had a shrimp taco instead of the jackfruit. The waitress brought out some chips and 3 different kinds of salsas. The sauces were all FIRE! But our favorite was the roasted tomatoes salsa. The elites were pretty good. My favorite taco was the chicken asada. I could've ordered three of those. Maybe it was the chips and Elote, but I was too full to eat my jackfruit taco. So I took it home. My husband loved all 3 of his tacos. He also ordered a bottle of sparkling water. Altogether our bill was $48 before tip. I would definitely go back. They had a happy hour starting at 2, and we were leaving at 2, so we missed it. A lot of the cocktails looked really good! I'd love to go back later for drinks. read more

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Been here a couple of times with my lady and we really enjoy it here. Nice atmosphere, friendly staff, and the food is very delicious!...And they play shrek (: read more

Condesa - Valentines Special Concha - Mexican Near Me - Phoenix, Arizona

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My social media lit up the past two weeks about this place do had to give it a try. Living in Phoenix we have a lot of Mexican places to eat. But downtown phx does not so i was happy to see a place open up. My husband and i got there when they opened and sat outside which was nice. I walked inside and was impressed with the place it has a upscale atmosphere but with a laid back vibe. I had the Agua Fresca which was delicious. We started with chips and salsa I ordered the chicken enchiladas (it come with black beans but sub refried beans) hubby got the Breakfast Burrito enchilada style. Both were excellent the burrito was huge and the enchilada Sauce was home made and had the right amount of kick. My enchiladas were excellent. Two things, wish there were other breakfast items on the menu and also wish for Horchata on the menu. We will definitely be back read more

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I'll start by saying that I love that this restaurant is woman owned and operated! Being a long time customer of Crescent Ballroom, I was sad to learn of the change but was very excited to check out the new place. The parking situation in downtown is abismal, so when I saw where Condessa was located I already knew I was going to spend a good time looking for where to park, which already makes it a less desirable choice for me personally - last night (Thursday) @8p was no exception and I ended up having to park about 3 blocks away. The restaurant itself is where the Liar's Club used to be and has a minimalist vibe with lots of pretty plants. We came in and there were about 4-5 tables occupied, so even though we didn't have a reservation we were taken right in. We got greeted by a really nice waitress and everyone we encountered was knowledgeable and kind. I was pleasantly surprised when they brought us out free chips with the 3 salsas we used to get at Crescent (my favorite is def the green!). While we munched on our chips, we got our drinks. I was disappointed to see that their sangria was no longer a part of the menu, as it was the best sangria in town. I can't remember the name of what I ordered (edited to add: it was the blue agave) but it was recommended to me when I couldn't find anything that appealed to me and our waitress offered to change it if I didn't like it, which I thought was really nice offer. By the time we had nearly finished our second round of chips, I looked around and saw we were now one of 3 tables but our appetizer (corn salad) and our meals (4 chicken taco apsons) were nowhere to be found. I didn't check the time but it felt weirdly long, especially with so few patrons dining. The food finally came out and I was so excited to dig in. We would usually get the elote at CB, so we opted to try the corn salad as our "something new". I am not sure if the vinaigrette that was mentioned on the menu was missing, or if it was just meant to be light but the salad felt dry, albeit with lots of potential. We ended up adding some lime and green salsa for moisture and that seemed to give the flavors a bit of the pop that I was expecting but still left me feeling like something was missing from the dish. The tacos were really tasty, and I love that the tortillas are still freshly made, but I think I was expecting them to be the same as CB and yet there was something different about them (possibly the micro greens, I don't remember those being there before). All in all, I left feeling a bit sad and unsatisfied as I walked the few blocks back to my car, but I'm guessing it's because I loved the food at CB so much and was hoping the experience would be familiar to what I was used to before. I will say though, the staff was all very nice and towards the end of the night we were told my drink was on the house, which was very unexpected but I greatly appreciated the gesture. We will be back to give it another try soon :) Update: about a week later I happened to look at the receipt and my drink was charged after all. read more

Condesa - Corn salad - Mexican Near Me - Phoenix, Arizona

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Another great Mexican food option in downtown Phoenix. Ambiance was dark and moody but still inviting. Service was great. The chips tasted fresh. The salsas were full of flavor. The guacamole was still as memorable as it has been when Condesa was at Crescent Ballroom. The enchiladas were tasty. A wonderful addition to the area. read more

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Food was great & service was even greater. The attention to detail inside the restaurant is perfect, it makes for a very chill, classy and intimate setting. Definitely will be back! read more

Condesa - Shrimp Tacos Elote Mi Reina cocktail Chips & salsa - Mexican Near Me - Phoenix, Arizona

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Came for a lunch meeting as we often do and this was a place I've been wanting to try so what better way then when the boss has to pay! Started with some chips and salsa which all were very flavorful. Perfectly sweet verde, great smokey fire roasted, and high flavor and heat on the red salsa. One of us got the carne asada bowl the other barbacoa bowl. Both very delicious and flavorful though the beans and rice were not top level. Barbacoa though was some of the best I've had - Smokey/Savory and a hint of sweet from that banana leaf action they got going on! Considering the renovation the did on this place from the prior space it's a welcome addition to downtown and I'm excited to come back when I'm off the clock for some drinks. Also really great prices and portions read more

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Love the spot loved when it was part of crescent ballroom as well. Happy to have it closer to Valley bar though! The nachos are definitely my favorite but they are huge. I actually haven't tried anything else because they're so big and they fill me up! But dang are they tasty! Margaritas are delicious and they have a good beer selection as well and a nice big bar area! would recommend! read more

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The food here was wonderful... The drinks were a little small for the price but super tasty! Definitely will come back here when we see a show downtown read more

Overall a good experience. Presented with a small bowl of chips and three types of salsa of different heat levels. The mild was amazing. The chip were not very salty and seem all that fresh. No salt or pepper at the tables. The entree was very attractive and tasted great! The burrito bowl was served on a plate of potato's/fries and was served hot. The pico that came with the dish was crazy good! I would return. read more

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I was only in here for a second but this place is awesome. It has the best ambience of any place I've ever been too. The workers are all very nice and helpful. The food is very delicious. It's a must go if you are in the area. read more

Condesa - Crane asada taco and Barbacoa taco - Mexican Near Me - Phoenix, Arizona

If you were a fan of Cocina 10, this is their new digs! Almost same menu, they added some new items. Much more dining area and nice looking bar. The staff is always welcoming and will take great care of you! They have Vegan and Gluten Free options. Can't wait to come back! read more

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Excited to have a new spot for lunch next to my work! This is the same as Crescent Ballroom and have expanded into their own separate restaurant. The Sonoran dog was a really good deal that comes with fries and aioli. When you dine in you also get chips and 3 salsas that are delicious! Cant wait to go back and try more items. read more

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A little hidden gem! The food was amazing! The homemade corn tortillas were to die for. Great service and cute little place! read more

Condesa - Bar and dining - Mexican Near Me - Phoenix, Arizona

I'm so disappointed with Condesa. The food that used to be at Crescent Ballroom was legendary simple, delicious, and affordable. Now that it's moved here, it's completely lost the magic. The iconic bean and cheese burrito that used to come wrapped in foil with the little Mr. Bean sticker (such a fun touch!) is gone. Now it's just a plain burrito on a plate. The incredible salsas in squeeze bottles that everyone loved? Those are extra now. You can't even just order salsa on its own you have to buy chips with it. At Crescent Ballroom, you could grab an awesome $7 burrito with chips and salsa and feel like you scored the best deal in town. At Condesa, the same thing will run you nearly triple, and it's nowhere near the same experience. To make things worse, the bar service was rough. The girl behind the bar clearly didn't know how to make even basic drinks. It doesn't have the same energy or vibe that made Crescent so fun and welcoming, it just feels flat. It breaks my heart to say this because Crescent Ballroom's food made that place iconic, it was a spot everyone knew about, loved, and brought friends to. Condesa just doesn't live up to it. Please, bring the food back to Crescent Ballroom where it belongs. read more

Food was delicious especially the homemade corn tortillas. Service was amazing and they were very attentive as we were celebrating a friend's birthday. My only complaint is the website said "validated parking" which was listed in the Yelp website under Condesa's address. They DO NOT offer validated parking. Those words should be omitted on the website. Would have parked at a meter instead of parking at a garage which I had to pay. read more

This was a quick walk from our hotel so we gave it a shot and glad we did! The outdoor seating is such a cute little aesthetically pleasing area. We opted for the bar bc June in PHX and the bartender was super chill. Lots of vegetarian/vegan options which is always amazing to see. My friend and I shared a couple different items and they were all delicious. The nachos were simple but so good I couldn't stop eating them. read more

This place is a gem. I was visiting Phoenix for a week and ate here 3 times. Staff was very friendly food was great very flavorful.

Wow wow wow! It is not often a restaurant rebrands or "moves" and actually IMPROVES! We have always been fans of Cocina 10 and when we heard of Condesa we grew worried it would change too much! But man were we impressed! 10/10 on execution and consistency, beautiful ambience, and such friendly service! Congratulations! read more

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Amazing Mexican flair. Very nice atmosphere and great bar. Walking distance to major venues and service is quick.

My husband and I eat here at least once a week. Love it. Ask for a side of the chimchurri. It's delish with everything! read more