When Doce is on, there are few better Mexican restaurants in Dallas. This latest visit was an "on" night. We went for dinner on a Friday to enjoy the gorgeous Dallas weather, sitting on the patio. Service was perfect as usual, seldom a problem with service. I had my usual La Carolina straight up while the wife tried something new, some kind of sweet drink with coconut milk and lime. I don't know the name but she loved it. The kid had Topochico ($6 for bottle, ouch!) The kid had the small guacamole and it is a generous portion with very good quality avocado and a slice on top. There is a small side of roasted poblano pepper that is quite spicy but delicious. I "stole" it from the kid and put on my tacos. Perfect. I had my favorite "Old Fashioned" tacos with flour tortillas and loved them. You two to an order for $17 plus red rice and Cole slaw. It's more than enough food. The ground beef is seasoned perfectly and I love it. I wish I knew what spices they put in that beef so I could make it at home. The wife tried the tacos al pastor with adobo chicken and fresh pineapple. She loved it. The chicken was tender and not dried out. The flavor combo was perfect. Overall, really a perfect meal. Great weather, great ambiance, great service, and great food. Can't wait to return, read more

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This place is pretty good! I always drive by it and decided to give it a try finally. Honestly doesn't really stand out compared to other places like Gloria's or Mi Cocina. Pretty standard Tex-Mex food for Dallas. Service here was great. Everyone was friendly and the food and drinks came out fast! I got the mole enchiladas and the classic frozen margarita. Everything was good. One thing I appreciated is that they're very generous with their guacamole appetizer. Sometimes you order guacamole somewhere for $8 and they bring you what looks like the amount in one avocado. I really liked the layout of the restaurant and the design. Good atmosphere too. read more

Doce Mesas - Mole enchiladas - Mexican Near Me - Dallas, Texas

Made a reservation at 8:15, and was seated at 8:10, the couple right next to us was seated at 8:15 and got served drinks and a champagne bottle while my husband and I haven't even been greeted....8:30 and still nothing. We left, told the host and she blinked and looked at me...and you can guess the couple was white & we are hispanic. My husband and I rack up a nice bill and always tip beautfully. I would NEVER recommend any person of color coming here. read more

So, so good. Very rare to find an environment and food that are equally enjoyable. From the staff, to the ambience to the food - it made a business lunch a great setting for some great memories. The mole is prefect and the rice has great flavor which can be uncommon around here. The guacamole and chips are what they should be - homemade and fresh. Come here. Come alone or with fiends. Schedule a work meeting. Just come here. I can't wait come back and try all the menu items I'd like to try next like the chicken soup and Flautas. Thank you for such a wonderful experience! read more

Doce Mesas - Mole enchiladas - Mexican Near Me - Dallas, Texas

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We sat at the bar and the service wasn't the best. They were 2 bartenders and yet neither had any suggestions for tequila. Bad service, had to flag them down for service. Food was ok, apps came out cold read more

Always great service, delicious food, and amazing drinks! I usually sit at the bar, and Gaston consistently provides excellent service. Love the ambiance too! The lighting and music are perfect . read more

I'm very impressed with this place! We had no issues with the service, the food, the atmosphere, nothing! We came early enough to enjoy some happy hour specials (half off guac and queso, $2 off the house margs and wine) and got to sit outside and enjoy the spacious seating arrangements. Will definitely be back! read more

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The most impressive thing about Doce Mesas is the ambiance. From the moment you pull up the place is impressive and as you walk in there is a crescendo of ambiance that culminated into an ultra-hip vibe. I sat inside, but quickly wished I had sat on the patio. You see, as elegant as the place is, it is also loud. Like really loud. Add to that we got seated in the "families with little kids" section and it was enough to put a cloud over the whole experience. I am not sure why a host would think we wanted to be in that section, but there we sat. The food was really good. We ordered Guacamole as an appetizer and Chicken Fajitas and Chicken Flautas as our main course. The Fajitas were topped with garlic butter, which while good, seemed to take some authenticity away from them. I got over that pretty quickly. Our server, Eric did a fine job. He was helpful and around just enough to keep us attended to without overwhelming us. Overall it was a good experience and I would return, I would just be a little more selective about where I get seated! read more

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Some of the best Mexican food we have had in a while. We sat on the back patio which has plenty of fans to keep everyone cool. Our waiter was very friendly and the service overall was outstanding. We started with queso which was absolutely delicious - thick with chunks of peppers. Their chips and salsa are also quite good. I would not call it fajitas, but the beef tenderloin dish is one of the best Mexican renditions I have ever had. The enchiladas are quite good but probably more like an 8.5 out of 10. They also make a great margarita. We will definitely be back. read more

Doce Mesas - The queso is exceptionally good. - Mexican Near Me - Dallas, Texas

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Loved my first experience with Doce Mesas. The ambiance is nice with white tablecloths and dimmed lights. Very friendly staff. Chips were great! I had chicken fajitas and they were definitely a step above others. The meat was tender and flavorful. My sister had enchiladas and said they were very good!! Will definitely be back. read more

Dece Mesas is a hidden gem in Dallas. The food is full of bold, authentic flavor and everything tastes fresh and thoughtfully prepared. The tacos are fantastic, the salsas have just the right kick, and the service is warm and welcoming. Simple, delicious, and done right--definitely worth coming back for. read more

Came here on a random night and figured we try it out. Service was very friendly and we enjoyed all the food we had. The #4 combo and grilled chicken platter was delicious. Super flavorful! Would come back. read more

These people have got to be joking. The place is soooooo noisy you have to scream to have a conversation. Watch your check very carefully. They add on things that they never told you they would be charging you for. They added an extra $15 to my check. They didn't get away with it but they tried. Very poor business sense/judgement. And, they charge $11.50 to valet park. Were the rates posted? NO They try to get over every where they can. And the food is nothing special. I will never go back there again and will negatively recommend it to my friends. So, I hope they are happy because this is what they accomplished. read more

Food was out of cans even the drinks were served in cans. Service was mediocre. The ambiance was a facade because when you walk in it seams real upperclass. Then the food was served. Let's just put it this way. It was way overpriced for the quality of food which was not very good. read more

Went to Doce Mesas for lunch today and was very disappointed. I ordered Combo #4 -- the brisket taco was cold and dry, honestly the worst taco I've ever had. Brisket should be warm and tender, not reheated and dry. The enchilada was only slightly warm and tasted like the chicken had been reheated. Overall, it felt like the food wasn't freshly cooked. The manager removed my $17 plate, which I appreciate, but we still spent over $70 for lunch for three. Dallas has much better Mexican food. I'd recommend Sueño Tex-Mex or Mesero instead. read more

Rough one tonight. Cold queso. Terrible service. Feels like Mico is gone and so is this restaurant. Too may good options in Dallas to spend any more money here. read more

We've been here many times and have always had amazing service but last night just really made me not ever want to go there again. We have always loved the service, food and drinks but last night we ordered a Barbie margarita, like we always do and it tasted terrible so we sent it back. It's basically a skinny margarita. When we mentioned that it didn't taste like it normally did, our waitress argued, "Well it's a skinny margarita so it's going to taste different" We mentioned that we were aware and that we've had it before and she acted somewhat disgruntled to have to replace it. We saw her and the bartender and another waiter convening at the bar behind us and the other waiter looked at us and shook his head and laughed at us. I also prefer my nachos cooked longer and sent them back and after that the service we received was pretty condescending until it was time to get our check. It was blatantly obvious that we were being made fun of. Just sad this as we always spend decent money there and tip 30% because we value the service industry but we won't be returning after feeling ganged up on. read more

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Absolutely loved everything here! The employees were so nice! The ambiance was clean, fun and exciting! The salsa and chips were so good so I ordered the guacamole which had amazing taste! When I say the carne asada tacos had the best flavor I've ever had is an understatement! Will definitely be back!! read more

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A nearby restaurant that I intended to dine at was closed today so I quickly remembered Doce Mesas from a couple of favorable reviews by Yelpers about town, Stephen W. He was right. This is a great find in a convenient location but that's just to start. It checks all the boxes for my enjoyment. Pleasant atmosphere,good service, tolerable prices and of course good food. The food is more than acceptable,it's quite good. After examining the menu several times I took a chance on the Mole Chicken Enchiladas. Home run! The gamble paid off and this mole proved to strike that perfect balance between slight sweet edge and bitter undertones that results in the perfect bite. We also sampled the fish tacos,trying one fried and one grilled. Very good. The drinks are stout and authentically made. I would recommend this to anyone as I myself feel I've added another restaurant to my list of viable options. read more

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Not worth spending your money there. I order a Pozole verde and what I got was pretty much just the soup, they add one piece of chicken and the portion it's so small as you can see in the picture. read more

Doce Mesas - They barely put any thing in there it's just soup and the garnish that I put on and it's more than $13 not worth it at all so disappointing. - Mexican Near Me - Dallas, Texas

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This is really going to be my best comfort drink and food place, it's truly all encompassing restaurant with great staff, friendly, professional and the food, yummy!!! read more

Doce Mesas - Mojito with Chips and two side of Sala's. - Mexican Near Me - Dallas, Texas

Tex Mex fare in Preston hollow! Ambiance is nice but it gets really loud making it difficult to have conversations ( especially at dinner time ). Went on Thursday and service was super slow, most likely due to limited servers. Food was about average for the price. Perhaps better during lunch time read more

We went to Doce Mesas for a late lunch. The decor is tres moderne. All white interior and lovely. The service is excellent and very friendly but professional. We had the Doce Mesas queso as an appetizer. I had the Chin Chin salad; my husband had the cheese enchiladas. The queso was mild with freshly roasted poblanos, but for a little kick it came with two roasted serranos and grilled onions on the side. So yummy! The Chin Chin salad was delicious- a wonderful little Asian fusion going on with the ginger-soy dressing. My husband is a cheese enchilada aficionado and loved the enchiladas. Everything was amazing! read more

Dined here for an early Mothers Day last night. Was so disappointed in this previously liked restaurant. Went early and there was plenty of tables yet it felt like they were doing us a favor to get one. Food lacked flavor and the usual pretty presentation. Service was attentive but we ordered two kids meal burgers and fries without seeing the kids menu. $18 each! Really!?! Can't help but wonder if we weren't intentionally shown the kids menu. Margarita was good. read more

We found Doce Mesas when searching for a nearby Mexican restaurant. I ordered the shrimp tacos with rice and coleslaw. The taco flavor was great, and the coleslaw was light and refreshing. Even though it came with rice, I don't think it's needed because tacos usually don't come with rice. For dessert, we had their famous Tres Leches Cake, which was delicious and light. The restaurant has plenty of seating inside, and they also have an outdoor area with tables and chairs in front of a stage. The manager mentioned they'll soon start hosting music nights. Overall, the staff was really friendly and attentive. read more

Doce Mesas - Tres Leches Cake - Mexican Near Me - Dallas, Texas

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I was taken completely by surprise when I shared a lunch here with good friends. I checked out this place online and thought, "Oh, another ho hum TexMex place." Boy, was I wrong!! The ambiance is exceptional, as is the food and service. The chips and salsa were over the top, as was the guacamole. I enjoyed the chicken Mole enchiladas, and I have never tasted Mole like theirs. We also tried both deserts, the flan and their tres leches cake, and both were phenomenal!! Definitely check this place out!! read more

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Went a weekday night and it is such a sleek and nice place with futuristic and comfy chairs to fun art akin to Basquiat's "Red Kings" . Our server was FANTASTIC, took care of us and asked us for our input on the different salsas. They have a special one I got to sample with a sweet kick to it and it is a unique flavor I have not had before. The other ones are fairly mild so its not spicy at all. I got the #4 special with a brisket taco and green enchilada with chicken. Food looks pretty! Slaw was great to me. Beans and rice were just skippable. Brisket Taco ( one of my favorite type of foods) was quite dry, and needed a spice kick to it somehow. Green enchilada was just fair. I got to try my friends blano enchilada and that was very nice, soft and cheesy. I can see myself getting this next time if I were to eat here again. read more

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This was my first time here. The ambiance is chill. It's a place where you can grab a drink after work, or meet up for dinner. The drinks are strong. I had the queso doce for an appetizer and it was the thing that I didn't know I wanted, until I tried it. The food, however wasn't as good as the drinks and queso. I liked the rice, but the carnitas on the taco was a little too slim for my liking, and the chicken enchilada just didn't hit like I thought it would. The service was decent. The server wasn't overly accommodating, but the food came out quickly. read more

Doce Mesas - #4 Brisket taco, chicken enchilada, black beans, and rice - Mexican Near Me - Dallas, Texas

Best Mexican food in town! Portions are huge and super filling, everything was delicious. Service was perfect too, couldn't ask for better.

We had a fantastic lunch here recently. The place is spacious with plenty of seating options. The enchiladas and the nachos were great. The staff was friendly and attentive. At the end, they gave us a spoonful of their strawberry cake dessert. It was excellent. We can't wait to come back. read more

Doce Mesas - Enchiladas - Mexican Near Me - Dallas, Texas

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Food was not cooked. Vegetables were hard. Chili Relleno pepper was not cooked enough. Food was very bland. Not enough spice. Service was good. Nice decor. But too pricey for mediocre food. There are too many choices to go back and try again. read more

Doce Mesas is a fine dining experience, the food is great, the service is excellent, and everyone makes sure you're being attended to. They have a great menu and you can always find something that will satisfy your appetite. read more

I have eaten here 3-4 times in the last couple months ... anytime anyone who has not been here asks me for my preference, I like to introduce them to Doce Mesas. The atmosphere is very trendy and comfortable, and the waitstaff is attentive but also laid back so we never felt like we were being hurried out. Drinks are good and food is so delicious! Definitely not like so many Mexican restaurants where everything tastes the same. The guacamole is great, and their tacos are tasty. One of the best parts is the "taste" of tres leches cake they give you at the end ... a big spoonful for each person!! This time we had to order the cake and it was definitely enough for all three of us to share. read more

Doce Mesas - Ceviche - Mexican Near Me - Dallas, Texas

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OMG!!! I give this place high marks! Everything about it was amazing! The server was amazing and attentive! She never let the glass go bare, she honored every request, and her attention to our table was stellar! The ambiance was immaculate and quaint. The restrooms were in tip top shape and smelled great. It looked like an upscale restaurant with a laid back vibe. And now the food...the unique take on Mexican food and/or Tex-Mex was refreshing and creative. It was delicious and hot off the press!!! Thank you guys so much for the fantastic experience...as a matter of fact I will see you again soon! read more

This place is very chic and the environment is so "Dallas" but the food is mediocre at best. My husband had actually booked a reserved table via open table for this place. When we got there, the hostess said they didn't take reservations. That's fine - they had a table available. But we let her know that open table was allowing reservations to be made for their restaurant and there may be some type of error. She told us we need to "look into that". We thought that was kind of rude considering we weren't upset, we were just letting her know there was a disconnect. The Blanca enchiladas - so bland. No seasoning on the chicken and the queso wasn't hot so it was slowly hardening (you know when you let queso sit? Yeah...). It was gross, I didn't finish it. The #5 - Blanca enchilada was gross. The other enchilada was okay. The taco was fine Brisket tacos - dry, mediocre The double J - chicken was very bland. Rice was cold I wouldn't recommend this place unfortunately read more

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1st time trying Doce Mesas food was good. Service and atmosphere was very nice. We shared queso, guacamole and ceviche all was so good. Look forward to trying other's items on the menu. read more

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Great ambience and the outdoor dining area is fantastic. Food and drinks were top-notch!

Food here is excellent though a bit pricey it's all worth it for the aesthetic and the quality!

Came here for the first time on a Monday afternoon on Labor Day around 4 PM. Parker in the lot - no valet, but lot is right outside restaurant. Place was pretty empty, but it was late afternoon. No happy hour offered. Chips are made in-house & very crunchy; on the thicker side. Salsa has good flavor - more blended texture instead of chunky. I'm not a fan of mole, so I can't comment on that. El Benito - Fruity, fresh, & sweet. Not bubbly. Kind of like a raspberry grapefruit lemonade. Strong - I got a buzz after 1/3 drink (on an empty stomach). La Carolina - Pretty Good. My husband is very particular on margaritas & he said this one is pretty good. Strong. Doce Queso - Very creamy & good flavor. Pairs well with the chips. Spinach is chopped adequately & not too big. Evident artichoke pieces. Stayed relatively fluid even at the end of the meal. Gulf shrimp tacos - Large tortillas. Shrimp is charred & Smokey. A touch overcooked. White rice is nice & fluffy. Coleslaw - not mayonnaise based; light. More veggie taste. Norteñas - I completely forgot to ask for flour tortillas since I typically don't like corn tortillas, but the corn tortillas were surprisingly ok. Corn tortillas have a surprising amount of spring to it - not mushy like most corn tortillas after they get wet. Spanish rice - Full flavor. Savory & very flavorful. Probably a lot of butter & fat, but delicious. Chili con carne - Reminds me more of regular Texas chili - more beans than meat. Refried beans - average. Overall, this place was pretty good. Service was good - our waitress was very nice & respectful. All the food had good flavor. Price is reasonable - one appetizer, two alcoholic drinks, & two entrees came out to be ~$75. I'd recommend & I'd come back. read more

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Gaston, David, Andrea, Eric, Rodolfo, and Jaime are like family. The drinks and the food are excellent read more

Doce Mesas - You are welcome to sit in my chair, like Memo - Mexican Near Me - Dallas, Texas