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    El Azteca Restaurant

    3.7 (195 reviews)
    ModerateMexican
    Open 11:00 am - 10:00 pm

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    Moderate noise
    Casual
    Good for kids
    Good for groups

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    Beef taco
    Amy M.

    Upon entry we noticed the lighting was dimmed and somewhat dark. There was no wait as we were seated immediately. Menus and water were served, and our waitress was kind. The hubs ordered a beef enchilada and taco entree. I'm a sucker for fajitas so that's usually my go to order. The food was quick not much of a wait from when our orders were taken. Presentation wise it wasn't winning any awards. This was a first where both entrees did not include rice. It only included beans and some lettuce. The taco shell was stale and the beef enchilada was standard. As for my fajitas, pictures can be deceiving. The lunch portion is very small so keep that in mind. It was mixed with steak and chicken, and placed on a silver platter instead of a cast iron skillet. The disappointing part was the steak was tough, and hard to chew with some fatty parts. Overall it was okay.

    J G.

    Here is a picture of the menu excluding the drinks and desserts. Overall the food was yummy and worth the money

    June J.

    What a great choice to cater lunch today! I called to place a to-go order for a taco bar at lunch. The manager was very friendly and had my order ready in less than 10 minutes. Everything was packaged nicely and the food was delicious. I forgot to ask for sour cream but everything else was there. 5 STARS! I definitely plan to do this again!

    Hard Chicken taco
    Jemecia B.

    El Azteca is my favorite Mexican Restaurant in the peninsula! The food is always fresh and fast I can get in and out for lunch on time. I had the lunch speedy Gonzales it comes with a taco, enchilada and a side of beans or rice. Delicious and filling. Great atmosphere and staff!

    Chile Verde w/flour tortillas.  Very good stuff.
    Damien J.

    I should've done a review of this place a long, long time ago. This has been our favorite Mexican spot in Hampton Roads since 2014 thanks to a social group I belonged to back in the day. Their food for the most part was pretty good and the service was quick and friendly. But due to COVID, dining in was mostly a no-go. So just like we've been doing a lot since March, takeout was the best option which we did before the Christmas holidays. And we haven't been back since probably a year ago. The process was pretty simple: call-in for your order and pick-up in 10-15 minutes since service is very quick anyway. For my meal, I chose the Chile Verde dish, which is beef tips in green tomatillo sauce along with rice and beans and a couple of flour tortillas (girlfriend chose the Taquitos Mexicanos dish, which is her usual here). Delicious as always. Each item was cooked very well and it was easy on how they put together the dish in the to-go place. Only regret I have was I should've asked for more tortillas with my meal, but nonetheless I was pleased.

    #3 lunch special: beef enchilada with rice and beans.
    Staysi B.

    El Azteca is a favorite of mine because the food is delicious and the staff are very friendly and welcoming. We have visited for both lunch and dinner and both service and food have been consistently great. The lunch service is quick so if you're short on time it's a good place for a quick lunch. They also offer to-go orders. It is located in the shopping center with Boston Market on Coliseum Drive in Hampton across from Peninsula Town Center. This visit I ordered the #3 lunch special which is the enchilada (your choice of meat) with rice and beans. My friend ordered the #15 lunch chimichanga special. Both dishes came out quickly and were tasty. They provide the usual complimentary chips and salsa with white sauce upon request which were both good. The salsa has a little kick to it so if you're sensitive to spicy food I'll taste it first ;) Overall El Azteca is a great choice for an affordable, delicious meal!

    Tasty, But don't like the idea at the end it looks like a toe nail was in my sauce. Felt like one too
    Melody G.

    Love their food usually, a little pissed about the possible toenail in my sauce. Service was fast and great.

    Steak Azteca

    My son & I love coming here. Such a welcoming environment. Friendly & on point staff to the delicious foods . The staff generally will overlap one another to keep the flow of service going. I really appreciate their efforts. The cooks are quick with getting your meal finished & served. Service sometimes feels like fast food style service which is great!! Keep up the amazing customer service!

    Chilaquiles with mushrooms and beans
    Stephanie S.

    I absolutely love this place! The food is always good and the service is as well. I've had numerous dishes over the years. One of my favorites is the Chilaquiles. I also like the taquitos. They make a great hard taco. You wouldn't think that's a big deal, but believe me, it is!!! Check El out, it's right across from Peninsula Town Center.

    I love this monster. Burrito California steak. If this were a human; it'd be my lover. Not Cali or TJ in authenticity but it's just GOOD.
    Vadney's D.

    *******OPEN DURING COVID***** Went in for my usual; the California burrito. Cooked awesomely as usual. They didn't require a mask to enter which I'd prefer they did. It's pick up only. There's a $1 extra on all dishes with a protein. And margaritas -to-go are available with the purchase of any entree.

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    I got the worst food poisoning, and everything always seems sticky I'll just keep going to Juan's

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    After two tries my meal was a soggy mess. I left with a sore belly from grease. The margaritas was good

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    Great place, great staff, fantastic food, cost friendly, family friendly, lots of options to choose from!

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    Ordered for takeout. None of the waiters were wearing masks, one coughed on his arm. Got home and threw out the food. Too gross.

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    Everything I've tried here has been excellent. Currently my favorite Mexican restaurant in the Hampton area.

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