We had the best server! Could only get a5:45 reservation so we wanted to ease in to dinner, and our server made it happen. We had a drink, delicious prickly pear margarita! He brought warm chips and salsa...he gave great recommendations and we ordered a second drink... We told him when we wanted the food and it arrived soon after, and could not have been more delicious! Duck special with green mole, and chicken enchiladas suizas. So delicious all around! Love the decor. Beautiful light fixtures, warm Mexican vibe throughout... read more

Fonda San Miguel - Our dinner! - Mexican Near Me - Austin, Texas

Fonda San Miguel never disappoints! We visited on Cinco de Mayo with another couple, and as expected, the place was packed--but we were pleasantly surprised to find a table fairly quickly on a first-come, first-served basis. We started with their famous house Margaritas with Tajín, and they were absolutely delicious--and definitely strong in the best way. My boyfriend and I shared the Ceviche Las Brisas, which was incredibly fresh with generous, perfectly cut pieces of fresh white fish from the Gulf of Mexico. For our main dish, we split the vegetable Enchiladas de Mole Poblano, served with rice and black refried beans. I wish the enchiladas had more vegetables. Everything on the plate was outstanding, and I truly think they have the best mole in town--rich, complex, and unforgettable. We were also celebrating a friend's birthday, and the staff made it extra special by surprising her with a complimentary Tres Leches cake, which was just as amazing as everything else we had. Great food, lively atmosphere, and wonderful service--Fonda San Miguel continues to be one of our favorite spots. We can't wait to go back! read more

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Thank god for valet, cuz that location is wretched. They run a tight ship - speedy and attentive - though some of the prices are whack. The bar staff seems a bit of a mixed bag but it's all good if you're just getting shots and beers. Margs seemed fine. Ambiance is the real winner here, but I clocked some table locations that seemed like real losers in that regard. read more

Came here yesterday for the first time with my boyfriend for happy hour and we both had such a good time! For starters, the atrium area of the restaurant right off of the entrance is so cute. We showed up at 6 on a Tuesday and had no issue getting a table. Everything we ordered was excellent! The margs were delicious and the happy hour appetizers were a good size. We enjoyed everything thoroughly but especially enjoyed the ceviche and the tostadas. I am excited to come back here again! read more

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This spot get busy so come when they're open unless you call in for a reservation beforehand!! Decided to come here for happy hour and sat at the bar. Greeted by Barry, he helped out on drinks and appetizers. Glad he was able to help decide on what to order cuz what was ordered was full of flavor and delicious!! Came in a few weeks later and back at the bar and this time Jimmy helped out. The staff here is awesome and the food, fan-friggn-tastic!! Going to come here again and again and again and again Hahaa!! read more

Fonda San Miguel - Margs and then some hehee! - Mexican Near Me - Austin, Texas

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I've never been excited to write a restaurant review before, but Fonda San Miguel exceeded every expectation. Located just off the main road in the Allandale neighborhood, the restaurant sits in an area where quiet residential streets mix naturally with local shops. We knew immediately we were in the right place when we saw cars making a beeline for the valet. The dramatic, old-world entrance with its historic hacienda feel, set the tone instantly and had me genuinely excited for what was to come. We arrived about 30 minutes early hoping to hang out at the bar, but the place was already buzzing and completely packed! We were told we'd be seated closer to our 8 p.m. reservation, which was understandable given how lively it was. The air was filled with conversation and energy. We made our way to the bar, but every seat was taken, always a good sign! The bar itself is stunning. The back bar rises into glass-fronted shelves lined with vintage bottles, decanters, and colorful vessels, all dramatically backlit in saturated jewel tones. The bottles glow like artifacts. What truly elevates the space is the stained glass running beneath the shelving, so intricate, richly colored panels that cast a soft, prismatic glow across the bar top. Light reflects off the glassware and marble, creating a layered, luminous depth. This restaurant nails every important detail from service and decor to food and drinks. Our server, Daniel, was phenomenal. His recommendations were spot-on, and he checked in at just the right moments without ever hovering. What we ordered: Appetizers Lobster and Shrimp Tostada Special- one of the specials. A beautifully composed tostada topped with tender lobster and shrimp. Queso Fundido with Rajas- arrived bubbling hot, rich, and comforting, with the roasted poblano strips adding just the right balance of smokiness and depth. What truly elevated it was that it came with fresh, house-made tortillas. Angels on Horseback- beautifully executed, but what really stood out were the pickled vegetables served alongside the shrimp. Ate mine without the bacon. Drinks Pepino Pica (their cucumber margarita) -- so good I had two La Rubia- vibrant without being overly sweet Paloma- clean citrusy and well executed. A classic drink you can never go wrong with this. Entrees Vegetable Enchilada de Mole Poblano (my order): deeply comforting and beautifully executed. The mole was rich without being heavy, and every bite was savory and satisfying. One of my friends described it as perfectly authentic with an elevated flair. Beef Wellington Special: ordered by my friend, who said it was cooked and prepared flawlessly. Enchiladas Suizas: another solid, well-executed dish that was thoroughly enjoyed. Dessert Tres Leches (shared)- not your traditional overly sweet version. The flavors were beautifully balanced, light, and absolutely delicious. A small but thoughtful detail: my friend ordered a Coca-Cola and it was served in an OG glass Coke bottle, which felt perfectly on brand. Shoutout to Paul, the manager, who made sure every table was taken care of and was consistently present throughout the evening. Overall a 10/10 for ambiance, service, and food. Everything was top-notch. This is a must-visit in Austin, and I wouldn't hesitate to recommend it to anyone! read more

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Reservations are available on Resy. Highly recommend as this place fills up quick. Plenty of parking in the parking lot and street parking nearby. The hostess stand is not as soon as you walk in, but if you walk a little further pass the tables, it's on the right. The service was very tentative, fast, and friendly. They offered several of their recommendations and none of them disappointed. I will be back for that shrimp dish for sure. read more

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I came right when they opened and was able to get a seat in the atrium. Even though it wasn't the main dining room, it was still such a lovely spot due to how beautifully stunning the architecture and interior was. They have your classic chips and dips as you wait for your food and I enjoyed the dips sooooo much (we got 3 rounds of chips and extra refills on the dips). For my entree, I ordered their quesadillas with wild mushrooms and huitlacoche and it was so delicious. It looks pretty simple but the earthiness of the mushrooms paired with the cheese and the spices of the chipotle salsa went so perfectly together. Can't wait to come back here in the future! read more

Fonda San Miguel - flour quesadillas and enchiladas de pato (the green one) - Mexican Near Me - Austin, Texas

Finally tried Fonda San Miguel; this place is truly one of the OG Austin restaurants, and it absolutely lives up to the hype. Parking was surprisingly easy, the interior is gorgeous with so much color and character, and the service was warm and attentive the whole night. I loved every dish we ordered, but the Enchiladas de Pato and the Carne Asada a la Tampiqueña were standouts. The tenderloin was perfectly grilled and came with guacamole, rajas, refritos negros, and a cheese enchilada with mole poblano that was incredible. And the tres leches is creamy, perfectly soaked!!! Already planning to come back to try the cocktails next time!! read more

Fonda San Miguel - Mexican Near Me - Austin, Texas

There was a 15 minute gap between when we were seated and finally saw a server come by. That first server wasn't even ours, he just noticed we were about to leave. I expected a lot more from a place with such a following and difficulty getting a table. The food was pretty solid but the service needs a tremendous amount of work. Empty drinks, spotty check ins, slow follow up. 4 stars is a stretch. Honestly it's a 3.75 experience at best. read more

THE BIG: Staple of Austin! Located in the Allandale neighborhood of Central Austin. Decor is like you're walking into a bustling hacienda in Mexico. At night the lights come alive. Parking is tough but there is valet and private lot available. THE BLACK AND WHITE: My sister was in town and she was craving some authentic Mexican food. We've never tried Fonda and managed to snag a table on a Friday night. It was PACKED inside. You can make table reservations but the front part of the restaurant is first come first serve. For food, we got the plato de miguel, cochinita pibil, and the short rib birria. Highly recommend the cochinita pibil. Came in a nice banana leaf wrapped presentation and the meat was super moist. The plato de miguel provided a nice variation of sampling. The lambchops were my favorite from that. For desserts, we got the vanilla crepas and the mole sticky pudding. I'm a sucker for anything that's vanilla crepas. THE FINAL BAMBOO: Overall, for everything, we spent around $150 for everything. Great meal and would definitely come back to try more food items. read more

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5/5 Excellent food and service! I came with my husband and sister-in-law on a Friday night. We were able to find a seat by the bar. Note, the front of the restaurant is first come, first serve, where the right/back side is for reservations. It can get a bit hectic to find a table, so I recommend asking the people seated if you could have their seat after so no one else takes it. As soon as you walk in, you're transported to another place. The walls are filled with life and color! The service is out of this world. Roberto did an amazing job taking care of our order and brining out a dessert for my sister-in-law's birthday. Food comes out very quick as well! Highly recommend the San Miguel Platter to get a bit of everything. I also loved the short rib and the crepes for dessert. The flour tortillas are so so good as well. Can't go wrong with anything on the menu. There is free valet parking, or street parking (make sure you're not blocking anyone's driveway). Can't wait to come back. Fonda Fridays!! read more

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I'm ashamed I've lived in Austin so long and only tried Fonda San Miguel last night for the first time. My boyfriend and I were celebrating Christmas and our anniversary and I was impressed even the hostesses knew to wish us a happy anniversary from our reservation. The place was decked out for Christmas and so busy- but I now know why! We started with a frozen guava margarita and the frozen sangria. The guava margarita was so thickly and creamy it was like a tangy alcoholic guava milkshake. Sangria was good, not great. I'd stick with the margs. We got the queso flameado, no chorizo. All I can is hell yeah! The cheese was so thick and melty and flavorful and the perfect level of salt. The blue corn tortillas and flour tortillas were warm and delicious and they brought us extra upon request for no upcharge. We were so full after just the app! For entrees we did the cochinita pibul and the carne a la tampequeña. First- the pork. Wrapped in a nana leaf and literally MELTING? Can meat melt? It felt like this did. The black beans were perfect and I like the plantains with the spicy sauce. My only change would be the rice was dry and not too flavorful. Served with tortillas to make more tacos! The steak was INSANE! Cut like butter and perfectly grilled to a medium rare. The enchilada suiza was delicious. We were both thrilled with our meals. I also got the sweet potato as an added side bc, why not- and it was the best sweet potato of my life HOWEVER I do not think it was worth a $12 price tag especially without any protein on it. But I'm glad I tried it. For dessert we had the tres leches, and my now you might see a theme- it was DELICIOUS. The mango sorbet was some of the best I ever had. Above all tho, the service was impeccable. Our waitress was so friendly, attentive, and wished us so much love and luck with our anniversary. She wrapped all our leftovers in nice separate containers and added in extra tortillas to take home without us even asking. I loved that she let us order and enjoy our appetizer before even asking if we wanted to order dinner- she just let us relax and enjoy each course. I will say the valet was a bit of a mess but they were super apologetic about it- and I cannot WAIT to come back! read more

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It's been a while since we have been to Fonda San Miguel. We celebrated 2 years since we bought our home. Service was superb and very friendly. The tostadas appetizer was great. We'll balanced flavors and a beautiful presentation. The sweet potato side dish was wonderful. It was just the right touch of sweet to go with savory spices. My wife enjoyed the Enchiladas Suizas. The star of the dinner was the Adobo Negro Ribeye. The Ribeye was perfectly cooked and seasoned. The crispy mushrooms on top were tasty and went well with the steak. The Adobo Negro sauce was smoky, earthy and all around delicious. read more

Fonda San Miguel - Adobo Negro Ribeye - Mexican Near Me - Austin, Texas

Made reservations here for a Saturday night, so happy I did. Place and atmosphere was beautiful. Complimentary valet parking is available for your convenience which is always nice. Once we made it in we were guided to our table by the wonderful staff here. Everyone here was so nice and courteous. Food was amazing! Drinks were amazing! Also not pictured were the Ceviche Las Brisas we ordered, which tasted great and very fresh! Dessert was great as well as we took to-go the Flan de Almendras and Galletas del Dia. All were fantastic! Immediately added this restaurant to my favorites. read more

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Came in for dinner and grabbed a "Numero uno" margarita then the ceviche las brisas and chicken enchiladas de mole poblano.... Blew me away. SO good! read more

Possibly the BEST MEXICAN FOOD ever! And YESSSSS!!!! It's pricy however the BEST & FRESH INGREDIENTS so be prepared. We ate in the bar where they have traditional seating plus 2 & 4 top tables which is great. The restaurant opens @ 5pm however the bar opens @ 4:30, both take reservations ( highly recommend for the dining room) so if your early seating is really great! We ADORE their margaritas, seriously some of the tastiest I have devoured, especially the watermelon just saying Aside from delisssh food the atmosphere is stunning & from what I can tell authentic decor. Their Christmas decorations were still up as of last Saturday and the decor was all white & silver soooo really added some glam which was a pretty added touch. Onsite self parking (if your early) or valet if you prefer. You won't go wrong at Fonda San Miquel you just gonna have to dig a lil deeper in your wallet....it will be WORTH IT read more

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Home sweet Fonda - man I love this place. I got to take my traveling dinner crew here the other night, and everyone left satisfied. I went a little TOO hard on the queso fundido and ceviche that by the time our enchies came out, I was full. Our server checked several times if I had an issue since I didn't touch the enchiladas at all (much appreciated), so I had to let him know I've had the suiza enchies before and I KNEW they'd be fire for work lunch the next day! The restaurant is such a cool spot to take out of towners or on a date. Like I said before, happy hour is the way to go if you can snag a bar seat ;) read more

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We had such a fantastic time for dinner at Fonda. We were celebrating our anniversary and they made it so special. The food, service and ambiance everything was great. We tried Queso w/poblanos and onions, it came with blue corn tortillas - delicious. Then for mains we had Vegetarian Enchiladas and I was confused which sauce to get so our server suggested he can bring me both lol. Actually, thats what I wanted so it worked out. These enchiladas were so flavorful and if you are vegetarian, you will love it. My husband ordered Chile stuffed with chicken a very authentic speciality. He loved it too. It had creamy sauce. Both dishes came with beans and rice. We were full because of the generous portions, then our server Sean brought us Tres Leches as we were celebrating our anniversary. It was so delicious with mango sorbet. Apparently we were full but took us no time to finish off the cake. We made reservations in advance- a must. Highly recommend this place. read more

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Such a cute location with great decor. Went for happy hour. The tables in the bar area are very small for three people with drinks and botanas, but we made it work. Service, drinks and appetizers were good. If you haven't been, it's worth the visit of an old Austin establishment. read more

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Visited this restaurant with family while in town for my aunts memorial. My cousin chose this place for us since she's been coming here with her family since she was a kid. The food was really good! The place was clean and our waitress was super kind and quick. We had a nice time talking and enjoying food with family. read more

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I did a 3 for a reason, the main entrees is what made me give this rating, we were a party of 7, none of the main course entrees appealed, and for the price. Appetizers and drinks were good though, and the ambiance. I would not recommend main course over here read more

This is a mainstay in my dining rotation. If I take colleagues to dinner this is one of those places that leaves a favorable impression. Service and food are good. People always leave talking about how much they enjoyed their meal. For me, I haven't ventured too far into the menu, because once I found the lamb chips I don't order anything else. I will do better in future visits. I'm told by those I've dined with the vegetarian options are great, too. There's onsite parking as well. This will remain a destination for me. read more

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Such a beautiful restaurant! Especially loved the entrance. Our waiter had great energy and gave us the backstory of the restaurant when we sat down. We had a few accommodations we needed to make, and he was happy to adjust the dishes. Our table was also right by where they make the tortillas which was super fun to watch. We ordered margs, vegetarian queso fundido, mole chicken enchiladas, relleno San Miguel, and tacos al carbon. The queso fundido was phenomenal - love that it came with both flour and corn tortillas. So good. Our waiter's favorite dish was the relleno San Miguel, and it ended up being a table favorite as well. A must-visit restaurant in Austin! read more

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Finally got the chance to visit Fonda San Miguel after hearing so much about it. I got the ceviche and the famed duck enchiladas. The ambiance was a somewhat formal and dimly-lit, creating an intimate environment. The waiter was very welcoming, expected of a more formal establishment. The ceviche itself was great, big portions, tangy and fresh just as ceviche should be. Combined with the chips, the sour vinegar surrounding the tuna was balanced out by the salty tortilla chips. Probably a good 8.5-9/10. The duck enchiladas were a recommended item from the menu and honestly they were a little disappointing. Maybe it was an off day, but I felt that the richness of the sauce overpowered the flavor of the duck. It almost could have been any other meat and it would've been similar. Probably a good spot for a night out but only if you really like ceviche. read more

Fonda San Miguel - Mexican Near Me - Austin, Texas

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5 stars across the board. I'd absolutely recommend a reservation, but we walked and on a Tuesday evening without and were seated immediately. This I'm sure was a unicorn moment of planets aligning. Daniel was our server, and deserves all 5 stars for recommending cocktails to entrees. Everything was absolutely delicious. As foodies, we cannot wait to come back for more. Austin already knows this, we are just reiterating. Come enjoy this interior Mexican cuisine. read more

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So dang good. Every time. Ideal vibes and immaculate service. A fun and gorgeous interior. And food that is authentic and delicious. Frozen mango margarita is killer. They always accommodate allergies super well. Lots of gluten and dairy free options. I always get the enchiladas verdes with chicken, no cheese and it is delicious. Their salsas are also spectacular. We had slightly stale chips one time and that is the only criticism I can offer. read more

Fonda San Miguel - Ancho Relleno San Miguel - super delicious! - Mexican Near Me - Austin, Texas

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This Tex-Mex restaurant was highly recommended to me so I had to come and try. I couldn't get a reservation, but didn't have much trouble with walk-in. I was seating at the bar seating area. I ordered the duck enchiladas and banana leaf dish. I personally would skip the duck enchiladas next time, but I recommend the banana leaf dish! I also would try the corn soup and the mole. The decor is BEAUTIFUL and great vibes. Service is fast as well. read more

The local owners suggested this for dinner as I was on my own for dinner tonight. I could not believe how busy they were for a Monday night! Make a reservation if you can. I sat at the bar and the service was fast, the food was great!! This is what I would consider 'fancy' Mexican food, it's a bit more upscale than I usually do, but it was oh so good!! read more

My favorite place to take people in Austin! Delightful margarita & authentic menu. My absolute favorite is the Cordero lamb chop dish, it is AMAZING. I got a plate for the table & another one for myself! Service is terrific & I also love the artwork & decor. You do need to make reservations fairly far out--check about a month in advance on Resy! read more

Fonda San Miguel - Frozen guava margarita - Mexican Near Me - Austin, Texas

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Fonda San Miguel is dope! There's an excellent, somewhat upscale but still fun/mexican cultural vibe inside. The staff are helpful and kind, and the parking lot is decently big - crazy enough it was still totally full the Monday night I went for a work dinner, but you can park free on the adjacent street. The food is great!! It's not crazy expensive, but more upscale prices. I really enjoyed the Oaxacan queso fundido, and the two drinks I had (the Nadarita mocktail which is orange blossom based, and a seasonal cocktail that was coconut based - it was soooo good!). I ended up having the duck enchiladas which were amazing, and got to try one of their seasonal plates that is only available in September - it was a sweet/savory cream sauce over a stuffed pepper. VERY decadent. The ceviche is also very lovely and tangy, and they let me try a sample of their mole because I was having a hard time choosing - it is VERY rich, and the only reason I didn't go with the mole enchiladas is because it was just a little spicy for me and I was worried about eating a lot at once. But I appreciated that they let me try it! The bathrooms were very clean, and there were tons of tables inside, but would def rec a res bc it was packed in there despite it being a Monday evening. Overall really enjoyed it here! Not my fav restaurant in Austin just because I've had other places totally blow me away, but this spot is absolutely delicious :) read more

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An Austin Staple! Came here on recommendation from my siblings and to say that's the interior is eccentric is an understatement. There is a motif of hands and some really cool pieces inside. This place was packed on a Friday night, if you didn't book a reservation like us, you can sit at whatever tables in a certain area become available, but it can get crowded. A huge party would be hard to accommodate as a walk in. We luckily snagged a table near the bathrooms that had a massive chair like throne, with a handle holding the table glass up. It was a cool aesthetic. Service was impeccable. Very on point and very quick. Our waiter even joined in to chant me a happy birthday and give me the crepe dessert with a candle. Quite a lovely evening. We ordered the short rib birr from the special menu. It was good tender and quite a bit chunk of meat. The thing you must get if you come is the cochinita pibil. As per recommendation from the previous couple sitting at our table who come every Friday. It was tender, and so good, pulls apart inside of the banana leaves and the presentation was on point. We also ordered the Plato de Miguel which was an amazing way to get a taste of the appetizers. The lollipop lamb chops and tacos were good. Though not all the tacos were the same, two were stuffed with chicken and the other with some veggie mixture. The short rib birria was good and tender, great to mix in the sauces and they also gave you an order of chips with red tomato-y sauce and green sauce, quite good. We ended our night with two desserts, crepes de cajeta with pecans instead of almonds and a dessert off the specialty menu, mole sticky toffee pudding. I tho preferred the crepes over the toffee pudding cake. read more

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Probably one of the first few places I had on my list and I finally got to try! Went during happy hour and got the tacos el pastor, ceviche and tres leches. They give complimentary, refillable chips and salsa. I was planning one more but was honestly so full after eating these. If you go for happy hour, you don't need a reservation since they seat you at the bar and surrounding tables. The interior is so beautiful!! It looks as if I'm in a Latin American country. Love the sculptures and paintings there. I love food and art-this place has a wonderful atmosphere. The atrium is brightly lit and the dim dining area is romantic. The food is delicious, especially the tacos! They also have complimentary valet parking. read more

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Beautiful atmosphere very attentive service. This place gets very very busy so plan accordingly. The margaritas are very good.

Loved this spot. Cute decor. Large space. Love the food here Food: Plato de Miguel - delicious; my fave was the lamb lollipops Cochinita pibil - delicious Enchiladas verdes with chicken - very good Carne asada - delicious Tres leches - delicious read more

Fonda San Miguel is THAT spot! From the moment I sat at the bar, everything about my experience was on point. I ordered the chicken tinga quesadillas and wow - SO good. They come with three pretty good size pieces, perfectly flavorful and satisfying. The complimentary chips and salsa are already worth the hype... that green salsa? I literally wanted to dip everything in it & did! Now, let's talk drinks. If you're a michelada fan - RUN, don't walk - theirs is sooo good. The margaritas are also amazing, but the prickly pear mezcal frozen marg? LIFE-CHANGING. I even tried the actual mezcal they use in it and it was smooth and delicious. One of the bartenders (I wish I remembered his name!) was the sweetest and seriously perfected that margarita he did his thing- I'd go back any day just for that drink. I will totally be bringing my friends and family back here. There was another bartender she was super sweet too and always checked in on me and my friend which is always appreciated. On top of the food and drinks, the service was incredible and the atmosphere was a total vibe. At first I wasn't sure if it would feel too "fancy" since some people were dressed up, but the staff was super welcoming, and the complimentary valet was such a nice touch (shoutout to the valet guys for being so friendly too!). Fonda San Miguel has definitely become one of my new favorites in Austin - can't wait to go back! read more

Fonda San Miguel - Mexican Near Me - Austin, Texas

The chicken quesadillas were extremely tasty. The queso was ok wish we would have gotten that first to snack on before quesadillas. When we got the sweet potatoes we made that into a sweet potato taco with the shells given to us with the queso. Be sure you get the sauce with the sweet potatoes. The sauce is amazing. Strong delicious margaritas. Our waitress was extremely sweet and welcomed us to Austin knowing we just arrived she also gave us some restaurant ideas of the area. The front area of restaurant is a lil noisier than the inside area. The decor is so beautiful. Will return when back in Austin. read more

Fonda San Miguel - Queso and Sweet potatoes - Mexican Near Me - Austin, Texas

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This was great Mexican food!! I loved the ambiance inside. I had a great margarita and the salsa verde was delicious. The enchiladas verdes were the best I've ever had! Even the beans were delicious... i don't think you could go wrong ordering anything. The service was attentive yet let us stay after close talking without pressure to leave. Highly recommend this restaurant! read more

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The service was immaculate, and the food was amazing. The drinks were okay. Definitely will be returning.

Not as good since the lockdown. Portions are smaller and more expensive. Happy hour specials aren't as good. Otherwise it's still consistent. Fun vibe, and friendly staff. You can always count on a good mole poblano. read more