4.5 stars. The food was solid overall. I tried the Carne Asada Hondureña, and it was a nice taste…read moreof Honduras in South Carolina. The Carne Asada was a bit stringy and harder to cut with the regular table knife, but the flavor was good. Service was good, and the restaurant itself had an open feel and was fairly relaxed for lunch. I would return, and I think I would try something from the Mexican Food side of the menu.

Mi Casa Latina (previously Casa Maria) offers a delicious and authentic blend of Honduran and…read moreMexican cuisine. The staff is incredibly welcoming, and the food consistently impresses--with flavors that stand out and prices that are very reasonable. If you're looking for a fresh take on traditional Latin fare, I highly recommend giving them a try. You won't be disappointed.

Stopped in for a quick bite & was pleasantly surprised! Service was quick & friendly, our server…read morewas so sweet. I'm a bit picky with my salsa & think it could've been just a touch hotter, but the flavor was still soooo good! And our food was delicious! I got an enchilada & burrito combo with beans & rice. The rice was a bit plain but still good, the beans and burrito were both awesome, and the enchilada was aaaamaaaaazing! We're only in town for a few days to visit family, but this place is definitely on our list to return to when we're in the area again!

This is the best Mexican you're going to find around Elgin, seriously dont waste time anywhere…read moreelse. This is NOT a chain, so you're getting some of the best home-cooked food. The staff and owners are AWSOME!! Super friendly, pleasantly attentive, and people who will remember you with a smile the next time you come in. Chavelas has it's own private parking along the side of their building. They offer limited seating outdoor (which is covered) and ample seating indoor with both booth, tabletop, and Bartop options. It's football season, but dont worry as Chavelas has several T.V.'s for your viewing pleasure throughout the restaraunt and at the bar. The restaraunt is always clean which is one thing I always admire about here, they truly care at Chavella's. Lets talk food!! Today I ordered the Chavella's Special which is "a little bit of everything"; absolutely hit the spot!! The menu has all your favorites and some new ones you didn't know about, but be sure to look at the "Specials board" at the front as you walk in. Chavella's offers your normal fountain drinks, Jarritos (my favorite), Horchata, and many others. The full bar can bring a smile as well whether it's a beer, Michelangelo, or their own Sangria!!! If you are loving the fall weather and are looking for soup try their Carne En Su Jugo, it's one of their specials and for a great reason. Ask for their "House hot sauce" if you want a bit more Ying; it's soooooooo goooooooooood and not overbearing. If you make it into South Carolina, and find yourself close to Elgin, be sure to make Chavella's one of your planned stops.

The tacos at Tacos Nayarit were flavorful, fresh, and packed with well-seasoned meat. We ordered a…read morefew different tacos to share, and each one had a great combination of tender meat, onions, cilantro, and salsa. The tortillas were warm and held everything together nicely. We also tried some rice and beans on the side, which rounded out the meal perfectly. A great casual spot when you're craving authentic-style tacos.

A great taco out of nowhere. I stumbled on this spot while driving down I-77 passing through…read moreColumbia. Got out Exit 15 and there it is. The parking lot was jammed packed and there was along line to order your food. Great services and the dining area has plenty of seats. Love the grilled pepper that had a great kick. Next time I will ask them for more. This place will be my favorite spot if I am on I-77 again.

Coming from Texas , I can say that I truly understand really great Mexican cuisine. In the Columbia…read moreSC area, there are just a few restaurants that mimic what you would find in Mexico. San Jose has a good selection of foods and have tailored their menu to the local clientele with US menu items along side traditional Mexican dishes. The food prices are consistent with local area, but expect to pay higher than normal prices for the beer, wine and alcohol selections.

Great food ! Chips and salsa were delicious…read more Casada Mexicana was excellent and you get two in the order. Great value Highly recommend

Our Romeo lunch group went here for the first time today. We had seven of us, arrived at 11:15 and…read morewere immediately seated in a table for 8. The waitress took our order as soon as we walked in. She brought out chips and individual cups of salsa for each of us (the salsa was excellent with just the right amount of heat). Three of us ordered the #3 special (taco, enchilada and burrito), 1 ordered Fajitas, 1 order for #2 Lunch special(Taco and enchilada, one order the huge Cubana Torta. Service was very good. Food was great and authentic. The Cubana Torta is another thing in itself! Huge, with hot dogs sticking out the side and the kitchen sink ingredients on the inside. Freddie got half of it down and packed up the other half to take home to his wife. It's a cultural experience trying to eat the whole thing yourself. Since the last time I was here they have added a very nice outdoor covered area to the left of the restaurant...nicely decorated and a perfect place to enjoy Mexican food weather permitting!!! We'll definitely go back.

Real Mexico is a staple of the community and been solid throughout the years. The atmosphere is…read morefun, energetic and definitely busy with customers. Families, dates or just team gatherings fill the room along with the beautiful bright murals on the walls. The staff is super attentive and the service is absolutely exceptional. The pork belly chicharones were definitely the star of my meal. Fried perfectly and a good ratio of fat to lean meat, it was a 10/10. Hit it with some fresh lime juice and it sets it off! The esquites and carne asada taco were a miss for me. The esquites lacked depth of flavor, tasted like they just had canned corn that was warmed up and topped with condiments. Not terrible but again, nothing special. The carne asada taco was tough, literally and figuratively. It wasn't seasoned and tasted like it had been sitting for a while. This is still a go to spot...not pictured are the AMAZING soups they make.

Don't let the outside throw you off their tacos are awesome best Al pastor I've had in a whileread more

The secret secret place for mommas homemade Mexican food! Tacos outstanding and the salsas perfrct…read morefor this Texan. Beatrice is a kind woman. The grocery store is awesome for Latin ingredients.

This is our go to Mexican or TexMex restaurant in town. My menu selection is anything Locos. Nachos…read moreor Burrito both are perfect. While the latter could use more bean soup with beans, it's pretty good nonetheless less. Highly recommend!

Order chalupa and received tostada. Was told I'm thinking of aTaco Bell. My Daughter ordered a…read morefajita . No sizzle came out cold. Peppers were raw. Very dissatisfied. Been here one time before however tried something new.

The Taco Factory is not like other Mexican restaurants in the area. It leans more towards authentic…read moreMexican, and is great! Their salsa is a bit on the spicier side but is made with fresh ingredients and tastes good! You can tell that it's homemade, which is an expectation for any Mexican restaurant. I got the chicken ACP. It is great but just like the salsa, something in it (likely the cheese) has a kick! All of the components (rice, chicken, and cheese) have good flavor. If you're not a big taco fan (like me), then try the ACP! You won't regret it. My dad's birria tacos were great as well. Our server was a great guy, and frequently came around to check on us. The vibe is more of a modern Mexican establishment.

We came here because we had to stop to charge. The restaurant is on par with some of the other…read moreMexican restaurants I've been to. We got tacos, chips and queso, and taquitos. The food was good enough, but there wasn't really anything special about it. A little disappointed for a restaurant calling itself the taco factory. The decorations were really cool though!

A fan favorite the fan is me you see come here you will much glee. One of the best Mexican lunch &…read moredinner spot in Columbia in my rankings. Love the people here warm and friendly always. Table or bar you get the best service.

Nice decor. Friendly staff and good customer service. Food was good, chips and salsa and queso were…read moregood. Definitely had a kick to it. The cocktails were good and a little strong lol. Overall good food. Will try again

My husband and I made a great decision yesterday when we decided to try this place!…read moreHubby wanted sushi, so we picked the tongueburner roll. There's some heat to it, but it's definitely not as bad as I thought it would be. The spice level is still manageable even if you don't like "spicy". The flavors in the roll were so balanced. I loved it! Hubby ordered the hibachi burrito (which he was quite pleased with) and I ordered the cheeseburger chimichanga. Oh my goodness!!! It was like 100 bites of bacon cheeseburger with queso on top! Sooooo yummy!! Our waitress was welcoming and attentive and my cup was never empty. We will have to visit again because we had a few other sushi rolls and menu items on our list!

Queso Need I say more!?…read moreGreat chips Quick and friendly service! Everything was good.