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    El Mezcal

    3.4 (76 reviews)
    InexpensiveMexican
    Open 11:00 am - 10:00 pm

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    Moderate noise
    Casual
    Outdoor seating
    Dogs allowed

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    Cheese Dip
    Jacqueline W.

    Flavorful food Swift and friendly customer service Lively environment On this visit avocado appetizer Cheese dip appetizer Beverages Chicken and vegetables Guacamole with rice and beans and cheese on top

    Shrimp Tacos de Lujo (Soft Shell) (super delicious and I asked for green sauce on the side) Comes with three tacos and it is very filling!
    Ericka C.

    Great food and it always comes out hot. The servers are really nice and accommodating.

    Ashley S.

    Came here with a friend for a late lunch and the food was enjoyable. We were greeted and seated immediately. Our waitress was fast and prompt. I ordered a side of guacamole to go along with the chips and salsa. Both were delicious! I ordered a small frozen margarita and it was a perfect size, not to mention it tasted good! For the main, I order a combination dinner of 2 enchiladas(chicken) and 1 taco (chicken). Everything tasted well and I was able to take home leftovers. Overall, I would come back here to try out other items. They do have a large menu!

    Chimichanga
    James S.

    Can't speak to much about the service, only 5 people in the restaurant at the time. The atmosphere is pretty nice not a bad place at all. I ordered a chimichanga, they were out of shredded beef, which is kind of strange for three in the afternoon. I got steak instead it was honestly not that good. Nothing to write home about so to speak. I think there's better places to go in this establishment.

    Fajitas

    My husband and I stopped here during a trip from Texas back to Ohio. We're always on the lookout for good, basic, authentic (to our non-Mexican taste buds) Mexican food, and this place fit nicely. The atmosphere was bright and cheerful - and busy, which is always a good sign. The wait staff was friendly and helpful. My husband ordered chicken fajitas and I had the super nachos. Both dishes were delicious. Sopapillas with ice cream followed the really good entrees. Mezcal's is Not fine dining. It is just what it says it is: good, basic, tasty Mexican food. The fajitas were tasty and contained an ample amount of chicken and the sopapillas were crispy and "cinnamony." The restaurant gets an extra star from me because they were helpful and accommodating. I have the "cilantro gene," which means cilantro tastes to me like soap. It completely ruins any dish it touches, so it's really important for the kitchen to omit it from my plate. I asked the server to make sure my nachos didn't have any of the "demon herb" and she made note of that. When my plate arrived, the cook had not only omitted the pico de gallo, which is Always filled with cilantro, but had replaced it with fresh chopped tomatoes. That never happens. The tiny extra step said a lot about their customer service, and I decided it had earned them a positive Yelp review! It is unlikely we will have the opportunity to visit this restaurant again, but if we were local to the area, we'd probably pop in there often. Give it a try.

    Having mexican with very special friends & the gf
    Matt O.

    My first time here has been a great experiencefrom the service to the atmosphere. The hostess had to have been one of the most hospitable i've encountered in all of my dining experiences as she made sure we were settled in with a clean bused table & a server ready to take our drink & app. orders. I was very happy with my server as she greeted our party with a smile introduced herself & was ready to start us off with our drink orders along with chips and salsa. I absolutely love the atmosphere from it's picture and decorative motif along with the color scheme and furnishings that made El Mezcal wonderful to enjoy a meal at. When it comes to some of their competitors they just slap a few things together Mexico without making an effort. When it came to the food and drink portion of my dining experience El Mezcal was just run of the mill of any other mexican restaurant in the area same taste. You'll see me say that about any Mexican restaurant in the area. The Margaritas were not watered down unlike some places in the area but when it comes to Margaritas they are hit-and-miss by location & establishments. My server is bringing me my dish after I've finished my first margarita. Which was timed out perfectly as I like to have my first drink before my food. So far so good my food was hot coming to the table prepped correctly as I ordered. I also have to say the chef did a wonderful job in preparing my partys, orders too as none of their orders were cold also their dishes were prepared to their expectations. For my overall experience I will be coming back as I was pleased & will recommend this place to my friends who attend Bellevue on Sundays or to friends I happen to be spending time with in the area that are in the mood for Mexican. Thank you El Mezcal for your hospitality & service. Be sure to like El Mezcal on FB & tell a friend. https://www.facebook.com/pages/El-Mezcal/159340177493796

    Deborah S.

    Every time I go here the price of a large cheese dip with chips to go has increased by $1 The last 2 times I went I ask for an extra bag of chips and they charge me extra. They Also told me one time that I had to pay extra for salsa. I'm pretty sure I dont pay more for chips and salsa When I dine in. Look at this "extra" bag of chips. I will chose a different restaurant for Cheese dip going forward

    Steak chilaquiles with red sauce, rice, and beans
    Bridgett J.

    This El Mezcal is tucked away at the end of the strip center on 64 with Kroger. I recently saw that they had chilaquiles on their lunch menu, which made me very happy. Chilaquiles are such comfort food, and on this Cyber Monday, my tummy was very much in need of comfort. Online ordering can work up an appetite! I opted for take-out, since I needed to man my post at my laptop, and was delighted to see that my take-out order included chips and salsa! It's one of my favorites, and I've noticed that some restaurants have begun omitting them as a "given" accoutrement. My verdict on the chilaquiles? Not my favorite in town, but very tasty, nonetheless! I must warn you that I got the red sauce, which I assumed would be the red enchilada sauce they use on top of, well, enchiladas, but also the burritos and steaks and stuff. It was a lot spicier than I expected. There was a very strong element of chipotle, and the result was that my mouth had a low fire going on, and my nose was dripping a bit. If you like heat, (and I do - very much!) it's no big deal. If you are like my husband and daughter, and very sensitive to spice, this would be too much for you. The chilaquiles also comes with a green (verde) sauce. I haven't tried it yet, but that might be a milder option for those with a lower threshold for heat. Everyone is always so nice when I come in here. My orders are always right, and it never takes too long for them to prepare my food. I also appreciate how they decorate for the holidays. They keep it festive!

    Lunch special - taco, rice/beans, and pile of cheese... aka, chili relleno

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    The food is amazing. So good, I've been going here for 5 years. Not one time have I had a bad experience.

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    Manager kicked me out and told me to not come back when i called him out on fake service fees on his bill

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    10 months ago

    Everything is always hot, fresh, and delicious. Service is efficient and friendly. Can't beat the free chips and salsa!

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    Cheap quick and good. Favorite lunch spot! I like to meet friends here as well as come a grab a quick bite.

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    3 years ago

    Our go to Mexican restaurant. Best waiters, and amazing food!! Highly recommend!! Amazing Sangria!!!

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    Food was mediocre and the server's attitude was a little distasteful. I was surprised to get a surcharge for using a credit card.

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    Food was horrible!! Drinks were not strong at all. The salsa is about the only thing worth getting from here

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    The most amazing food and service. I love their crispy chicken taco salad and the drinks are great!

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    4.6(83 reviews)
    9.2 miChickasaw Gardens

    My husband and I just got back from lunch at Chukis Tacos 2. This was my first time eating here,…read moreand I will definitely be back! The food was excellent and we had a great server (Maggie) who helped us navigate the menu and the array of complimentary sauces. We ordered chips and dip (homemade) and this is not the standard bagged chips with salsa bottle. Crisp and substantial chips with fresh, flavorful, slightly spicy salsa. Really good! Maggie recommended the Birria Burrito with consume for my husband. Wow!!! Loaded with tender and flavorful shredded beef, whole beans, rice, and cheese in a grilled tortillia wrapper with a rich and hearty consume. He has a healthy appetite and still took some home. I got 2 alpastor tacos, which were excellent. Tender and flavorful pork with just enough pineapple. I alsi had a grilled chicken taco that was good, but not as luscious as the pastor. We LOVED the sauces. Yes, you got some mighty heat with a few of these, but they never sacrificed flavor for the sake of heat. Great pickled onion and habenaros, fresh crisp radish and cucumber, smokey, spicy dips. What is not to love!! Churos for desert, sprinkled with cinnamon and sugar. Clean, well lit reasurant. Casual. Friendly service, great parking!! We will be back (and bring friends!)

    Chukis Tacos is a must-stop if you're craving authentic Mexican food. Some menu items lean a bit…read moremore Americanized, but everything is packed with flavor. I still can't stop thinking about the sauce station here. There's a private parking lot shared with the surrounding businesses, and the restaurant has around 15 tables inside. It is a good casual spot if you are looking to dine here. FOOD: This restaurant does not serve complimentary chips and salsa. It is $2.95 an order. 1. Torta Villa Carbon (4/5; marinated grilled chicken topped with grilled onions, grilled pineapple, melted cheese, jalapeños, and avocado): This was huge. I ended up saving half for lunch the next day. The combination of sweet and savory flavors worked really well together. 2. Campechano Burrito (4/5; steak strips and chorizo with rice, beans, lettuce, onion, tomato, and jalapeño): Steak and chorizo are always a winning combination, and this burrito did not disappoint. 3. Chirucas Chimichanga (4/5; two medium chimichangas stuffed with rice, beans, cheese dip, and your choice of meat, served with lettuce, pico de gallo, and sour cream): I chose the grilled marinated pork (al pastor), which was flavorful and satisfying. The server mentioned that the chicken version is their favorite. The service was decent overall, though it could be slow at times. I noticed a few tables waiting a while before servers came to take orders or refill drinks, and my drink was empty for a bit before getting a refill. Dinner service can get very busy, as every table was once full in one of my visits. Would I come back? Absolutely.

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    Local Lime | Germantown

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    7.6 mi
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    I swore I've completed reviews before but for some reason they are showing. This visit is started…read morewith the salsa flight as usual (zucchini, Chipotle and Verde tomatillo). I also enjoy the queso blanco. as it was a little chilly outside the BIRRIA QUESADILLA PLATO was a no Brainer. I also highly recommend the heirloom primo margarita. Service was great.

    Our first time here. We came in a little after 11am. I went the restroom. How at 11AM was the RR…read morefilthy? My feet were sticking to the floor, the toilets were disgusting, there was dust so thick on the partitions it was as if they had never been wiped down. The whole place had a grimy feel/smell to me. The food? No. My hubs got cheese enchiladas, the server suggested he add protein ok-chicken-these had to be the worse enchiladas we have ever tasted. The chicken had a funny taste. I got the Fresco bowl I think its called, no protein. Bland, the little bit of guacamole they had ion there? No taste. The flight of salsa was so so. Hubs wanted to try a margarita. That was the best thing about the whole experience. $70 later for two people the only thing we have to show for it was my hubs waking up from sleep later on sick-three times. He ate nothing else after our lunch besides fruit so you do the math. So yes, our first time will be our last. My daughter has been here with friends and said the only thing she enjoyed was her drink so this may just be a good place for drinks.

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    Local Lime | Germantown
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    4.1(899 reviews)
    11.0 miMidtown
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    I enjoyed the Galentine event. We had an amazing time on the patio. The Playlist was bomb, the…read morehosts were fabulous and the experience was a 10/10. I loved that they allowed us to also serve as mixologist if you had a ticket under your seat (which i did). The Tickets are $40+ tax and gratuity and I felt there were very reasonable. The menu for the event included Three specialty cocktails Love Potion #9: Single Barrel Corazon Reposado Tequila, peach brandy, Kim Crawford Prosecco, blood orange, strawberry, agave Spicy Peach Margarita: peach, jalapeño, tequila, TAJÍN® Chamoy rim The Hype Man: Single Barrel Corazon Reposado Tequila, Cazadores Cafe Liqueur, Rumchata served in a chocolate chip cookie shot cup. Each cocktail included a small bite which were Lamb Sliders, Carne Asada Bowls, and Avocado Ice Cream.

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    Lopez Grill - Mole de pollo

    Lopez Grill

    4.1(47 reviews)
    3.4 mi
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    I've heard a lot about this place and couldn't wait to try them out. They always have a crowd, so…read morewe decided to go for lunch to avoid the nighttime crowd. We went during lunch time, so there were still quite a few people there. However, we were seated pretty quickly. We immediately received salsa and chips. I ordered queso and it was good and cheesy (I have to emphasize that because I've been to several places and had watered down cheese). Next, we ordered lunch. I tried the fully loaded baked potato. It was good and filled with plenty of vegetables, meat, and cheese. The potato was very fresh. I truly enjoyed it. We also had the Caldo De Camarón soup. It was packed with Shrimp broth with shrimp, onions, potatoes, bell peppers, cilantro and avocado. Too, we had a rice, steak, chicken, and shrimp plate that was topped with lots of queso cheese. Everything was great! The vibe is casual and laid back. We enjoyed our experience.

    Awesome service at this loud and fun Mem-Mex restaurant. Family friendly atmosphere too. Quick…read moreservice, well lit and good chips and dip too. I ordered the Carne Al Carbon, rehydrated dried beef in rich chili sauce. So good but maybe the only true Mexican like item on the Menu. Along with the regular Mem-Mex food choices that can be found anywhere. Tacos, fajitas, chimichangas and Quesadillas and Margaritas. The guac was some of the best I've had and made fresh; they even ask if you want it smooth or chunky. Tried to get extra mole on the side and was told everything is pre-made and they just heat it up so there was no speciality changes here. Definably family owned and operated as the small grandkids are helping by busing and delivering menu items. Good Vibes served here!

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    Molly's La Casita

    Molly's La Casita

    3.4(275 reviews)
    11.2 miMidtown
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    Well good golly Miss Molly 'cause she is back! Molly's was one of the first real Mexican food…read morerestaurants in the city filled with Latin style restaurants where the other guys foods resembled what you'd expect from TV dinners. It was great, everything was authentic - but then Molly retired and the new owners moved the location to the hip and popular Overton Square. The restaurant turned into a bar - strong drinks with just OK food. And that was fun, if only you didn't come here to eat. Reciently the restaurant has changed hands and the new owners have turned it back into a real Mexican eatery. Now the menu is awesome, and about half of it caters to vegetarian appetites. And not wheatgrass, and Tofu... this is real Mexican food. Don't get me wrong, there is plenty of pork chicken and beef. There are very large menu. And now, everything you look at it is delicious. I have been coming here since they opened and just now realized, I wanna try everything on this new menu. We had the beef chili rellinos with mole and refried beans, which I don't know how they do it but the refried beans have no pork and taste like they're loaded with bacon. She opted for a a la cart selection of black bean soup, roasted poblano pepper and cheese tamale, mushroom, cheese and spinach enchilida served with guac and pico. And as soon as our server left with our order, we immediately felt like we should have ordered this or that instead until our food arrived. TBO. Everything was totally delicious. I guess it means we just have to come back more often and try everything else on the menu. My server was amazing even though we did not order alcohol... (I had the worst feeling that since this place was really a drinking establishment for so long that they really kind of expected to grab a Margarita). The bill came with an included 20% tip, which I would always do anyway but i'm still kind of eah about telling me how to tip... politics! That said the prices were reasonable and the food was killing it delicious.

    I enjoyed my time at Molly's but there are so many more places that are better…read more This place has some street parking in the front and around the corner. I am always hesitant to go to venues that do not have a private lot. I ordered a Frozen OJ which tasted good. My friend wanted to go hear because they have a ton of vegan options. It did the trick.

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    Molly's La Casita - Brown guacamole with cheese to camouflage how bad it is.

    Brown guacamole with cheese to camouflage how bad it is.

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    El Mezcal - mexican - Updated May 2026

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