I've been patronizing this fine establishment for many years. I have yet to be disappointed. There…read moreis always a feeling of family here. The food is fantastic and the value is definitely there. The staff is always friendly and personable. They do a great job of making you feel welcome and appreciated. The standard setting is warm tortilla chips and salsa. I usually order the burrito Colorado or the fajitas. The fajitas el rio is the absolute best low key item on the menu. You could definitely make two meals of it, or maybe even share it. Modelo Negro in bottles is always a good pairing. Pro tip and IYKYK: order chiles toreados, boom! And if you have room, which I doubt, get the desserts. All of them are fantastic. I love bringing my family here for an always great experience.

We were in Stoughton and looking for a place for lunch. We checked reviews and this place looked…read morelike a good choice. It wasn't too busy. The inside was more attractive than the rather beat-up exterior. The staff was very friendly. They did have daily lunch specials but we both ordered off of the regular menu. After chowing on the chips and salsa our food came out rather quickly. I got the enchiladas rancheras which were very good and different with the cheese enchiladas covered in a shredded beef in an enchilada sauce. I never had enchiladas this way and would come back just for these. My wife got a combo of chicken enchiladas and a quesadilla - thumbs up on both. Hers came with rice and beans but mine did not. Prices were reasonable but they do tack on 3% for using a credit card.

This place is amazing!! Everything I have ordered from here has been delicious. Pictured below is…read morethe beef birria, which is especially good. The staff is kind and friendly. The food comes quick and is always hot. The place is very clean and a fun little spot! Highly recommend!!

Atmosphere was wonderful. Food all around was under seasoned and felt like it was missing…read moresomething. My man is hispanic and said some of the key foods were missing flavor. Everyone was incredibly kind and patient- very beautiful place :)

...quite possibly the best food I've ever eaten! Honestly, I've only tried one dish (omelet…read morecampestre), but I was hooked at first taste, and I returned for more. It feeds me for an entire day. I'm a 53 yr-old active female. The dishes that my husband has tried are worth 2 meals for him, and he enjoys them as much as I do. It is a pleasant and calm environment, but we live close by, so I take out. Service is fast and friendly. Several restaurants have opened in this location, only to close after a year or two. We must keep Mexli in business!

I recommend the mole chilaquiles & cafe de olla. The horchata is also very fresh, can actually…read moretaste the rice!

My wife and I were in the mood for some Mexican food and settled on Palenque for dinner. We were…read moreseated immediately in a nice booth. The salsa and chips were delivered before we could get settled. We both ordered Fajitas, one chicken and one steak. The caramelized onions were delicious with the steak. For dessert I ordered the Flan. WOW! Amazing! I make my own Flan, which, I've been told is pretty darn good. Palenque's was better. So creamy and perfect caramel sauce. Worth coming just for that. If you're in the McFarland area, this restaurant won't disappoint.

This seems like a hidden gem tucked away in an unassuming strip mall. Enter Palenque, with its…read moresuper bright chairs and tables, friendly staff, and yummy food. Not to mention great drinks. The menu is pretty large, and this is some delicious Tex-Mex/Mexican food. I ordered the fajitas and had extra to take home for the next day as leftovers. The margaritas are pretty big and the price is quite reasonable. They also have non-alcoholic Corona and non-alcoholic margaritas, so there are options for everyone. We had a group of 8 meet here recently for book club and we all had a range of great drinks - alcoholic and non-alcoholic. The chips and salsa are on point. I would come here way more often if they had an a la carte street tacos option with the cilantro and onion. There's an asada tacos meal (with the rice/beans and all that) which I am hoping to try sometime soon. A great little local spot that I definitely recommend!

No idea how my original review and multiple updates disappeared but at least they kept my pictures…read more Labor Day weekend 2026 still great.

We're from Tucson and are picky about Mexican food. La Mestiza is a fabulous find! The owners take…read moregreat pride in their homemade, authentic mole and tomatillo sauces, which are all heavenly. It was hard to choose just one after being presented with a sampler. The mole verde is complex and exquisite. The chips are freshly-made on site and the best we've had in a long time. The enchiladas are made to perfection with white shredded chicken, corn tortillas, sour cream and cheese with a side of rice and fresh lettuce and tomatoes. Antonio, the owner, is friendly, helpful and humble. The restaurant is small but clean, colorful and quiet. Our bill was only $30 for two. A bargain for an authentic Mexican dining experience!

The Burritos are giant and delicious! They have a wonderful red drink made with hibiscus! The…read morepeople are very friendly! Very clean. Plus, if you eat there they have multiple tv to watch! It is now my favorite Mexican restaurant to go to!

Traveling for work and wanted some Mexican food. Service was standard not exceptional and the food…read morewas bland.

Okay, we love the restaurant overall but the last two visits were disappointing. The food is great…read morebut the service is not so good. Today was just like this.... Seated and chips and salsa came out immediately. Waters then ordered. Food comes out pretty quick. Then you never see the waiter again. Unable to request a soda refill. Today, like last time, after we were done eating I had to walk in, from the outside eating area, to get some to go cartons and request the check. I registered a concern and got a smile with a sorry. Yes I'm going to give it another try.

Usually seated quickly, even if it seems pretty busy. Service is always solid. Located in an…read moreawkward place but honestly I'm not turned off because there's plenty of parking. Tacos are always solid. Consistent. I wish they had better sauces - I feel like the one they have is a bit too Smokey and would prefer a verde.

This food was phenomenal! Quick service and cool environment (a bit small). 100% the best Mexican…read morefood I've ever had.

Best Mexican in Madison. Delicious food, quick service, charming location. My go to is the Carne…read moreasada. The habanero salsa they supply is the best I've ever had.