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    Cuquita's Restaurant

    3.4 (191 reviews)
    InexpensiveMexican
    Closed 10:00 am - 9:00 pm
    Updated 3 months ago

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    Casual
    Moderate noise
    Good for kids
    Outdoor seating

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    Julia M.

    One of my top mexican restaurants in dallas! I recommend the enchiladas and mexican coke!

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    Raul M.

    I was craving guiso de puerco and this was one of the few places that popped up on imaps. It was a little on the salty side so that was disappointing. Although very few places get it right, it's always a hit or miss with this dish at any restaurant. Tortillas were handmade they give you a sampler tortilla with your chips and salsa. Service was good and fast! I was seated right away and served my food within 5 minutes of ordering. Food was hot and beer was cold! Waitresses are wearing Mexican dresses which adds to the Mexican theme inside. Place was packed on Saturday around 3pm. I will stop by and try other items on the menu if I'm ever in the area.

    Pazole

    I haven't been here in 7-10 years and maybe I know better food now. Idk. I did a michelada with a topo Chico because I love micheladas. This was decent. I won't lie. The whole cup was almost full of just mix. The chips have got to be out of a cheap bag! Worst chips in an authentic Mexican restaurant!!!!!!! Like seriously change this asap! Salsas we're good. I love when they give u a warmed up salsa as an option. I ordered pazole as this is what I used to come here for. Now I love a green pazole but most places are red. I give this a 3. No taste and idk how it doesn't have taste but thank goodness I could put the cabbage and onions in. The corn tortillas were good dipped in the salsa by the way. Now where I want to try the Chile relano idk if I'll ever come back. But I am super picky with my Mexican food. And no I'm not a Tex mex gal!

    Ken P.

    I'm not sure why people like the food here. I've been two times and it's not very good. For instance today I ordered fajita nachos. Take a look at the pic of my nachos. What do you see? Do you see dog shit? Well I did and left that plate right where it was. Well that was until my friend was eating and I was hungry. So I tried it and guess what it tasted like? Dog Poop!! I immediately asked for my check and got the heck out of dodge!!

    Tortilla with butter and Agua de Horchata.

    I don't go as often like I used too. Went today and order lengua in salsa and it was delicious. The agua of horchata was also good and the tortillas just made are great.

    Flautas
    Julio R.

    Cuquita's is a place that I had passed by for so long and always wanted to try. I've been there twice now and feel like I know enough to review them. I usually judge a good Mexican restaurant by their rice and beans, the rice and beans are sub-par here however I gave it a 4 star review because everything else is so good. The first time I ordered a chicken quesadilla and a bowl of menudo. Both were delicious. The 2nd time I ordered flautas, also delicious. The chips and salsa are good and their waitresses are nice. The place gets packed so that's a good sign and they are very authentic! Overall I highly recommend this place if you're looking for some good Mexican food.

    Quesadillas, wow delicious!!!!
    Artie D.

    Really good food and wonderful service!!! The server are super nice and very polite. Food was awesome!!!!

    Chile relleno.

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    Pretty good authentic Mexican restaurant, makes you feel like you are at abuelas house. Michelada is VERY good.

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    Really really good Pazole! Friendly staff. Love to eat here! Great ambiance! Highly recommend!

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    Enjoy an authentic experience at an affordable price. The hot tortillas and butter, yum! Simple and perfect.

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    Peor menudo que e probado.. el sabor muy fuerte. nada que ver con el de la spring valley.

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    Food was good. Service was fast. Family friendly environment. Great place for work lunches

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    The Mole' was excellent. Very happy with our meal. Service and food was great. Will return next time we are close by.

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    Those tortillas!!! Seriously they are like Mexican pancakes solid Tex mex option. Great local establishment.

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    10.4 mi

    Celebrating our 1-year anniversary at The Mexican was nothing short of extraordinary…read more From the moment we walked in, the energy, attention to detail, and genuine passion for excellence were evident in every aspect of the experience. The food, cocktails, atmosphere, and service came together to create an unforgettable evening. A special shout-out to Ashley, whose hospitality and mastery behind the bar elevated our celebration even more. Her knowledge of her craft, warm personality, and thoughtful recommendations made us feel truly welcomed and valued. It's rare for me to give an establishment a perfect score, but this one has earned it without hesitation. 10/10--an exceptional dining experience and the perfect place to celebrate life's special moments. Thank you to the entire team for making our anniversary so memorable. We can't wait to return!

    If Gloria's and Texas de Brazil had a baby--with proper valet service--this would be it…read more Upscale, classy, and packed with top-tier service, it's the perfect date-night spot. It was my first visit, and it was absolutely worth the wait. I've seen all the Instagram posts, and I finally got my chance to experience it for myself. Since it was Taco Tuesday, I had to order the tacos and the ceviche. I snagged a cozy corner seat so I could take in the entire atmosphere, and everything was spot on. The food was delicious, the ambiance was beautiful, and the bartender was even kind enough to take my picture. From the service to the vibe, this place exceeded my expectations. It will definitely be one of the first places I think of for a date night!

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    Lovely and comfortable bar area
    Lovely and comfortable bar area
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    Queso fundito
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    Las Palmas

    Las Palmas

    4.3
    (952 reviews)
    10.0 mi
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    I came here for my birthday dinner with a couple of friends and overall had a really great…read moreexperience. A few important notes though: this place is SUPER loud, especially upstairs, so if you are trying to take your older parents somewhere for a nice dinner where you can actually catch up and have a conversation, this might not be the spot. Also, avoid the upstairs dining room if anyone has mobility issues. The stairs are a little sketchy in that dark space because you basically have to TRUST there is another stair step in front of you even though you can't see it. And a heads up, do not wander into the wrong bathroom upstairs like my husband did because the "men's" and "ladies" signs upstairs are also nearly impossible to read in the dark! But honestly, those are really my only complaints... The service and food were both very good. We had a couple of ordering fumbles. We got the regular queso, and then immediately watched another table get the tableside flaming queso and we were seriously bummed. Like, really bummed. That is definitely what I will be ordering next time. The chips and smoky salsa were excellent!! - and I always appreciate when everyone gets their own little portion of salsa so everyone can double dip without feeling like a heathen. I ordered the wagyu fajitas (the half portion), and it was still easily enough food for two people. I will say the meat was more like a filet mignon texture and less like the flavorful fajita meat I was expecting. My friend's pork fajitas were actually much better and had more flavor. When the manager stopped by to check on us, I had to announce my own birthday because apparently my friends were not going to help me out with that (some friends, huh?). They brought out a complimentary sopapilla cheesecake with a candle, which was a very nice touch. All in all, I loved the place and totally understand the hype. Definitely make a reservation ahead of time. There is valet parking, but we found easy parking across the street. I cannot wait to come back and try that flaming queso!

    LOVE this place. God bless the people who came up with Las Palmas…read more First of all, please never change the queso- it is heaven sent and we always take it to-go (I'm NEVER leaving the rest behind) and it tastes even better the next day. This queso is probably the best I've ever had. BTW it is a LIL spicy but I can let that slide. Another great appetizer option would be the Nachos Al Carbon with wagyu. Super good too & honestly you can even order it for just one person as a main dish-- the serving size is big enough. BUT THE REAL STAR OF THE SHOW AT LAS PALMAS ARE THE WAGYU FAJITAS!!! Incredible. Comes with flour or corn tortillas, beans, rice, and obviously the works: sour cream, guacamole, lettuce. You know the vibes. Speaking of vibes, they're always there at Las Palmas. It is always busy but I genuinely don't care and never mind waiting an hour and a half for our table. It's worth it. This place is a confirmed staple in Dallas. Probably come here once a month if not more often. Thank you for great food and good service too- that's hard to come by nowadays. TRY THIS PLACE OUT! This is your sign!

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    Queso flameado with chorizo
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    El Carlos Elegante

    El Carlos Elegante

    4.5
    (249 reviews)
    10.7 mi

    Came in on a whim on a Friday night around 9pm with no reservation. We were instantly taken aback…read moreby the ambiance here. My wife and I agreed it felt like we were back in Mexico City. Chris our server was very friendly and knowledgeable. He took his time walking us through the menu and explaining what made El Carlos Elegante so special. The drinks were perfect. My wife loved her Desert Flor while I thoroughly enjoyed my Modelo Micheleda. Her Surf and Turf one hitter was exceptional. I have to say my Crab Cake was just ok. It tasted a little pasty and very heavy on the bread. The Pulpo was absolutely amazing. Perfect texture and the sauce it was served almost had me licking the plate. The El Machete was incredible from its presentation, to the freshness of the corn tortilla, to the quality of the meat inside. Definitely recommend this. We really liked our Okra + Shishito course, we just wished it had more okra in it. The two things I loved about the Al Pastor was of course the sauce it was served on but the fact that I got to enjoy it like a steak. It was served sliced on a bias like flank steak. Typically Al Pastor is finely chopped and served in tacos and burritos, so this was a different eating experience for me. And of course it was delicious as well. We cannot wait to come back and try more of the menu.

    I've been here twice. Everything we ordered was very good both times…read more During our first visit, I had the Caesar salad, which I declared at that time "the greatest Caesar salad I've ever tried." It was glorious and bountiful--there was ample dressing, cheese, and other ingredients I'm forgetting that made it unique. Unfortunately, during our second visit, the Caesar salad was significantly different. I think they used the same dressing, but there was very little of it. There was nearly no cheese and the other ingredients were similarly sparse. It was still good, but it in no way was the greatest I'd ever tried. I hope that this was a 1-off experience, as it truly was the best. I will report back next time. Service was great both times- they were very careful about my Cilantro request (none) and even though they gladly prepared dishes without it, they also made a list of things that already had none by default. Salmon ceviche, Pork al pastor, Carne asada, and the machete were also very good. The machete is a specialty- it had the house made masa and fillings can vary.

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    A very cool vibe
    A very cool vibe
    Beet salad- served with grapefruit slices- turns out, I am not a fan of beets
    Beet salad- served with grapefruit slices- turns out, I am not a fan of beets
    Caesar salad. We didn't order this, but it was a gift for us to try bc of our anniversary. Easily the best Caesar  salad I have ever had!

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    Caesar salad. We didn't order this, but it was a gift for us to try bc of our anniversary. Easily the best Caesar salad I have ever had!
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    Doce Mesas

    4.0
    (563 reviews)
    8.3 mi
    $$

    The food here was great! But the service here was bizarre to say the least. We had actually booked…read morea reservation at another Doce Mesas location, but I did't know there was another location. So thinking we showed up for our reservation, this location says they don't take reservations. They stop at is anyway, which was nice. We were seated on the porch, and here's where things got weird. We ordered our drinks and when the drinks were delivered, we said we were ready to order, and the waitress, hesitated and then said she would be back. Kinda strange, but eventually we had our order taken. I ordered a mango agua fresca which was pretty good. The complementary chips and salsas were also really good. For an entree I had the Tempura Fried Fish Tacos. These were very good and the coleslaw served with them was very good- crunch and bright. Overall the food here is pretty solid. The service was a bit off, but not a deal breaker, just be prepared to wait a while to have your order taken.

    I justttttt could not love this place more. Mezcal margs, chips and various dips, and banging…read moreshrimp tacos. The service is so polite as well. What more could a girl want? I would like to mention that they nickel and dime you pretty hard. There's a split plate fee and they voluntarily brought out veggies for my GF friends when they inquired if they could eat the chips, but they ended up charging us $6 for it. Not the end of the world, but good to note!

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    Bright, Cozy & Relaxing Ambience at lunchtime! (December, 2022)
    Bright, Cozy & Relaxing Ambience at lunchtime! (December, 2022)
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    Mole Enchiladas
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