This was my first time consuming the well respected establishment of Frida's Cocina and Cantina…read more Usually my scores on Mexican food and Tex Mex cuisine can be viewed as quite critical amongst my peers because I spent many years in Houston, TX where Mexican is king. I ordered the Steak Fajita Burrito, which included a special gravy and cheese on top of an excellent fajita paired with tasty rice and refried beans. Words are not sufficient enough to describe how my tastebuds were taken on a rollercoaster ride of flavor. My peer ordered the Hawaiian Fajita which was cooked and served and a real pine apple. I was told that the flavor over delivered. I could not recommend this enough.

It was a nice day and I decided I wanted a patio and some margaritas. I have yet to try Fridas so I…read moregave it a try. I love the sunken patio which is perfect for relaxing in the shade. When we got seated outside by the friendly staff, we were given menus and free chips and salsa. As I nibbled on the chips and salsa which were just okay I browsed the drink menu. There's a full bar here and plenty of options. Over the course of the afternoon I tried the Frida's Rita and the wonderful rabbit. Both drinks weren't in your face with the tequila mezcal, they were mixed nicely and had a well rounded flavor. I much preferred the Woderful rabbit though as it tasted less watered down and the ginger beer paired with the mezcal was almost quenching. Overall if you're looking for a relaxing spot to enjoy Mexican cocktails this is a good spot! We did feel rushed to get out of there, and maybe it was because we weren't ordering food. Overall good experience however.

Sooo yummy Mexican food. Love their chicken fajitas…read moreMy favorite Mexican restaurant in the area!!

We found this restaurant to be close to the hotel as it was getting late and didn't want to go too…read morefar out. We decided to try out a margarita while we looked over the menu and wait for our food. Those margaritas were absolutely delicious! We both ordered the Burrito Relleno, one beef, one chicken with rice and beans and the nachos with shredded chicken. The food was good and very filling. The restaurant is nice and festive and service at the bar was good. We will definitely check them out again when in the area.

Excellent food. The chips are thin and crispy, the Salsa is good and spicy and the other dip they…read moregive you is wonderful! It's a little spicy,but creamy enough to cool the heat quickly. Yummy! We also got 2 guava to fill up on before the main attraction. 3 of us had Fajita Beef Panchos. Generous portions-more than we could eat. They used to be 11 bucks but now they're 14. Still well worth it. My sister had chicken tacos. No leftovers for her. Danny provided impeccable service- no empty water glasses here. The place was crowded but quiet enough for good table conversation. The Margaritas were OK. Overall, money well spent!

For me this place is across town, so I don't frequent it often, but when I do it's good…read more Decor is tasteful, service is always good. Not my favorite Mexican restaurant, but if Mexican is on the menu, and I'm over in that part of town, it's my go to place. Sitting outside when weather permits is a cool factor for this place. Overall never had a bad experience there, just inconvenient from my home.

Since I've lived in the Gardendale area this place has had 3-4 different names. The previous…read moreplaces all seemed to miss the mark in one way or another, food, cleanliness, decor. Who ever owns the place now has their stuff together. I've been there several times over the last few months every time I really enjoyed the meal. Place is tasteful decorated in a festive Mexican theme, service was fast and efficient. Server was very friendly and accommodating. Food was very good. I had the lunch fijatis, if I had any issue it would have been you only get 2 tortillas with the meal, I'm positive I could have ask for more. Also had one of the top shelf margaritas, would have had another except I was alone, so no one to drive. Really good margarita. This place is by far the BEST Mexican Restaurant in the Gardendale Fultondale area. All the others could close and not be missed.

El Patrón is one of those restaurants that instantly becomes a favorite the moment you walk in. The…read moreatmosphere is welcoming, the staff treats you like family, and the food was absolutely top‑tier. Every dish we had wais packed with flavor, fresh ingredients, and the kind of care you can taste. The service is fast, friendly, and consistent. The portions are generous, the prices are fair, and the quality never misses If you're looking for a place that delivers great food, great vibes, and great service every single time, El Patrón is it. Highly recommend.

Quick service and good food. Price is reasonable for the amount of food too. The place is clean. I…read moresat and ate my meal there

QDOBA is a quick and personalizable meal that is conveniently located in downtown Birmingham…read more QDOBA's proximity to Chipotle Mexican Grill make it seem like they have serious competition, but QDOBA offers many additions that Chipotle does not. QDOBA offers free guac and queso whereas other Mexican grills administer an upcharge for each. There is also a much more vibrant and diverse arrangement of toppings provided. As someone who loves spicy foods, I can appreciate how QDOBA has option to add spicy queso, a chile crema sauce, and pickled jalapeños. In my opinion, these additional options enhanced the flavors and appearance of my bowl. Upon entering the establishment, we were immediately greeted and able to begin our orders. The staff was friendly and gave generous portions. We chose to dine-in and eat on the barstools located at the front, facing the street. We were able to enjoy the downtown ambience while we enjoyed the warmth away from the cold outside. They also have a patio seating area in front of the restaurant that is able to be opened up. Due to the cold weather, it was closed, but as it begins to heat up it would be a great place to enjoy some affordable, personal, Mexican cuisine with friendly service.

Met my brother here for mother's Day and we sat at the bar and got the best bartender ever, Ty!…read moreWhat a great guy and excellent mixologist. We met so many workers that came over to me and us and spoke about mother's day. Was a great experience! We didn't eat this visit but the food I have had in the past was good. I will certainly go back and enjoy the good feeling and people!

Let's talk service. Did a to go order, (not the issue, as the young lady was quick, nice) however,…read morethose in the kitchen (too chaotic). Loud, dirty hands while serving the food, employees in and out of the building. I'm inclined to wonder if the cook was actually frustrated or upset with orders followed up on. Open kitchen concept usually is a great presentation, but what I saw-not so much. It pointed out the issues.

Taco Mama is so consistent. One of the only spots open in Edgewood on Sunday of Labor Day weekend…read more Staff was friendly and quick, food was on par with the normal Taco Mama experience. This is a great location, some outdoor seating, some indoor, not quite as crowded as the Summit one. Although I'm sure this place is crawling with kiddos sometimes. Taco Mama has certainly raised their prices a lot over the years. I got a chicken quesadilla and a fountain drink and ended up paying about $23 with tip. This is a little steep, especially for lunch. Especially with the quesadilla, I would opt for a smaller portion if it knocked a few dollars off the price. I will add, I used to work at a Taco Mama and I know the front of house staff gets paid about $6/hr. They're working for tips, like most service industry folk. Be kind, and don't assume that because it's not table service you don't have to tip.

I love coming here for lunch on Taco Tuesdays…read more The only downside to this location is the parking. There are limited street parking spaces out front and the nearby lots fill up quickly even at lunchtime. The wait to order varies greatly from no wait to a long line. At lunch I invariably get tacos from the Justice is Served (grilled shrimp or grilled flounder with ancho chile slaw, avocado, tomatoes, and roasted poblano tartar.), Cheezy Beef (Barbacoa (braised beef) with tomatoes, onions, cilantro, queso, lettuce, queso fresco, and mild salsa ranchera.) or a Mix & Match. Regardless of the wait to order the food arrives quickly and is always tasty. The decor is eclectic and I enjoy grabbing the table under the Jeep grill. When we pick up from the location closer to home for Dinner, I almost always get the Steak Quesadilla served with chips and salsa, pico de gallo, guacamole, and sour cream and the amazing Chipotle Ranch.

For this week's review, I chose Tacos El Guero, and it's easily one of my favorite food trucks in…read moreBirmingham. If you want something quick, authentic, and actually flavorful, this is the spot. Every time I go, the food tastes super fresh. The tortillas are warm, the meat is well-seasoned, and nothing feels overly greasy or heavy. I usually get a mix of tacos and they are always so good. They keep it simple with toppings like onion and cilantro, but the flavor speaks for itself. The sauces they give on the side are also really good and add the perfect amount of heat. The service is fast and efficient, even when there's a line, and the staff is always friendly. Since it's a food truck, it's more of a grab-and-go experience, but that's part of what makes it fun and casual. Overall, I'd give Tacos El Guero 5 stars. It's one of those places that's simple but consistently hits every time.

Food is amazing! Service is quick and friendly ! They have seating available which is very…read moreconvenient!

My 1st time at this location and I was greeted by several employees with the Welcome to Moe's…read moreslogan. It seems like the toppings for your food aren't what it used to be since there's only few to choose from. Ended up getting the Homewrecker steak which is my go to food, but I'll ask for extra meat next time. The queso dip is always something I look forward to getting because it's so addictive and normally the chips go well with the dips, but the tortillas chips were too hard for my taste.

Kind of a bad visit. Staff just looked kinda bored and barely gave me anything on the bowl. I come…read morehere a lot, and I've never had it this bad before

We come here around once a month - our kids love Chili's, so it's a treat / reward for them if they…read morehave been good. They normally have good deals, so it's nice to take advantage of that. And it's always nice to have a game on the TV to watch while eating, though if that is your main goal, there are better places to watch a game. The service is sometimes slow, and you may have to ask for drinks or anything that was missed, but never had an issue with the food. We normally get the chips and dip, as well as some combination of the burgers, kids pizza, or chicken strips. If the kids have their way, I'm sure we'll be back soon.

Chili's used to be one of my favorite restaurants. My, my, my...have times changed. Service isn't…read moreas good and the food certainly isn't either. On this trip, I ordered the ancho salmon meal, well done. It was cooked too fast because on the outside, it looked done. On the inside, it wasn't. It was very much still cold and very...well, fishy. I talked with my server who talked with the manager. They credited our bill for my dish. This happened a few years ago but I have not returned to this location since then. Hopefully things have improved. I won't know because I won't be returning any time soon.