Fridas Mexican Restastaurant

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We came by here with some friends while we were staying at a nearby hotel in Corpus Christi. It was recommended by those who had been there before, and when we walked in, it seemed like a nice, no-frills Tex-Mex place-- the kind that typically serves some amazing food. The experience was mediocre at best. Despite the place being largely empty, the servers just weren't interested in doing much, so everything was slow and plodding. We had to ask multiple times for simple things, like the tortillas that were supposed to be served with our order of barbacoa. The food itself was okay. Everything on the menu was decent-- not great, but also not terrible. If the staff hadn't been completely slow and inattentive, I'd probably have given this a third star. read more

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Edith G.

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So eat here but you will get extra protein in your food. I ordered barbacoa so did other members of my party and a huge cooked up roach was in the food. I was trying to keep things discreet not to upset the rest of the group. They apologized and offered another meal but honestly why would I eat something else there? They ended up charging me the wrong ticket and said they would correct it but never did. Said they would call me the next day with corrections and again never did. So we paid for plates with roach parts.. Have been sick to my stomach every time I try to eat Barbados. Took the picture with the hopes it wasn't but it was read more

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Terri S.

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Great lunch menu! Food was really good! Enjoyed lunch chimichanga and couldn't finish it! Mom had the enchiladas and enjoyed them! Liked the crispy chips and salsa was pretty good. Tea was great. Love the Frida art decor! Waitstaff was attentive and FAST!! Would definitely go back. Walking distance from the OMNI and Holiday Inn! read more

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Yolanda G.

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It has been a minute since I've been in the southwest and able to have some Mexican food. My coworker suggested we stop and grab a bite at this spot. The interior is very inviting with lots of Frida Kahlo art. It does not look like they have a bar so we had soda and water options. I went with the tacos Al carbon. It comes with a delicious cheese sauce over it. It was very tasty and reasonably priced for downtown. Our server was quick to take our order and get our food to us. A charming spot to have a bite to eat. read more

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Christiann R.

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I went the day the power was out and we lost a 26 year veteran from the power company...food was good my only thing was I parked on a paid meter to come out to a parking ticket...no one directing traffic but meter maids were working...smh so watch where you park when you visit this restaurant. One expensive lunch... read more

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Kathryn F.

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7 months ago

Cute little place - food was good but not the best Mexican food I've ever had. Prices are on par for tourist part of town. The salsa was spicy and flavorful! We enjoyed for a last minute dinner read more

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Crystal C.

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1 year ago

Looking for some delicious Mexican food? Stop here! Was at the Omni for a layover and wanted to grab a nice sit down lunch. Came into here around 11:30 and it was decently busy! Good signs I got the Mexican taquitos and it was everything, the meat cooked perfectly, homemade salsa & green salsa was also tasty. Servers were fast and on top of it! Never had an empty water cup and the prices are also good. Look forward to coming back. read more

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Danny C.

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Oh wow! Pretty cool place with the Frida theme! Got an omelette and it was really good! They got this green sauce thing that comes in a little jar at the table and it's Flippin delicious. Come here, eat! And you will be happy. In health and happiness! Cheers read more

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Erica T.

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Food was good. I recommend 8/10 for me. The service and politeness was a plus and the ambiance was nice as well!! read more

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Brenda G.

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9 months ago

Visied a friend at Selena statue and after yelpin the area thought this place sounded good. We walked there and were told to sit where we'd like..I think. Silly me had my prescription shades and forgot my regular lenses but I could tell the paintings were beautiful. I ordered the horchata as it was a hot sunny day and I appreciated it was in a to go container. I got the vegetarian enchiladas and wish I could say they were amazing but they felt hard and I just ate since I was so hungry. The rice was good though. Well maybe another time itll be good. read more

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Andrew Y.

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3 months ago

Great food, prices, and service. Ate here three times while at a work conference and do not regret it at all. Specifically, I love the migas and chorizo breakfast plates with a pancake on the side. The beans were some of the best I've ever had. The decor in the restaurant is very vibrant and inviting. read more

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Yvonne L.

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Food Service Ambiance All great! And their Horchata is delicious! We tried the skillet and the breakfast bowl. The skillet had a good variety. Barbados, refried, beans, eggs, and hash brown. All the items were yum. If you want crispy hash browns, I'd ask. The bowl was fresh and lite. read more

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Lance O.

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10 months ago

This place was amazing! The food was fantastic very authentic (trust me we know). We were quickly seated and the vibe was super chill. We love the Frida artwork she is one of our favs! Definitely will be back next time we are in town. read more

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G. Brandon C.

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The best Barbacoa in Corpus. I would say order the skillet and if you are not stuffed and happy then let me know. The service felt like home and friends. It was a beautiful restaurant with great paintings and history. read more

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Evan D.

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1 year ago

Having spent significant time in south Texas over the years, I've come to think that the food, especially the Mexican food, in this region is some of the best in the world. I'm sorry to report that my food at Fridas fell way short of that expectation. I ordered the barbacoa breakfast plate. The good: - Service was friendly and prompt - Food came quickly - Coffee was good The medium: - The eggs tasted fine but were not cooked up to over medium as ordered. (Too soft). The bad: - barbacoa was very cold, full of fat, and oddly seasoned. - beans were not good flavor wise, not sure what they seasoned with but I didn't like it. Lukewarm. - potatoes were unseasoned, not crispy, and just sad. - Tortillas were flavorless and not hot. - Price wasn't too bad ($20), but I ended up going somewhere else to get food I would eat and that was much better tasting, larger portions, and it was $19. So I'm thinking this was overpriced for the quality. The vibe is good. Authentic South Texas Mexican restaurant vibe. Very simple. I took a few bites, paid, and left to go find another place to eat. 2.5 stars because they were friendly and prompt, the eggs were edible, and the coffee was good. read more

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Jennifer B.

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I loved this place! I ordered the Enchilada platter with 2 chicken and 1 beef, and the verde topping option. They delivered with a green and red hot sauce; both were amazing. If you like a little kick, the green sauce is the way to go! Very friendly staff and atmosphere. I will definitely refer work friends and visit here again when I am in town. read more

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Richard G.

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1 year ago

Amazing authentic food! Would recommend to any local or visitor. Service was very attentive and location was cleaned and colorful in true Frida fashion. Loved both the service and food will definitely be back if I'm in town again. May actually come back before we leave! read more

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Brad R.

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Great food very quick and friendly staff and amazing artwork from wall to wall! The food tasted so fresh and flavorful, definitely recommend read more

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Terri T.

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A very neat restaurant with amazing artwork as décor. The lighting was perfect--soft and relaxing, just right after an exhausting day. The service was excellent, and the food was delicious. The menu offered a great variety of dishes without being overwhelming. read more

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Linda H.

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10 months ago

We were on vacation in the area when my kid found this Mexican restaurant -- what a gem! The food was incredibly authentic, even better than what we've had in Dallas. Honestly, it's one of the best Mexican meals I've had in the U.S. The portions were generous and every dish was full of flavor. The restaurant wasn't crowded, service was friendly, and the food came out quickly. The chips and salsa were delicious, and they even brought out two additional kinds of salsa with the meal. The dining area is cozy but nicely decorated. Since it's located downtown, parking is street-side and may take a little searching -- but it's absolutely worth it! read more

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Joaquin H.

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The lemonade was fresh and delicious. The t-bone and shrimp was plentiful and tasty. The service was friendly and timely. Good price for what you get. Will visit again. read more

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Lauren S.

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We came in on a freezing cold night and it was slow. The two ladies were so sweet and attentive. The food was delicious! So authentic and tasty. Large portions and great pricing. read more

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Adriana C.

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This restaurant lacks customer service. The yogurt was delicious but pricy at $8.98. The barbacoa was dry which was so disappointing and unexpected. The oatmeal was so overcooked and dry. We complained and the waiter took it back and added cold milk. I was disappointed read more

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Donna M.

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Great food. Authentic Mexican. Salsa was delicious. The service was awesome. We had to wait a few minutes because they were so busy but they were all so kind and attentive while we waited. It was worth it! read more

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Meike A.

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Food is so simple but very tasteful ! Service and ambiance is very inviting ! Chimichanga and veterinarian enchilada tased amazing read more

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Jennifer M.

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Food, service and ambiance is amazing. Frida is present on the walls as artwork. Very impressive and cool place. Hig read more

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Letty B.

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7 months ago

The food was great and authentic. Tortillas were homemade and tasty. The mocajete was great! The service was amazing, very friendly. Definitely coming back. read more

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Courtney B.

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I want to give a huge shoutout to the staff for being so accommodating and providing excellent service to our large party of 30 people. We were all in town at a conference at the Omni. I called ahead and without hesitation they said we could come by for lunch. When we arrived at 1130, tables were ready and staff was as well. Service was excellent, food was hot and delicious and truly it's a gem to check out! read more

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Janet B.

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I had ordered directly through their website for a family member doing trucking business for 2 days in corpus. The DoorDash delivery guy told my family member they hadn't given him the whole order. When I called they told me they don't know how to refund online orders and the only person that did was a woman that was "all over the place) (yes those were the exact words from the worker I spoke to) and that it might "take a while." They offered a cash refund. I did not pay cash I paid card. And my family member was already in another city that same night. Fast forward month later had to send dispute to my bank because no one ever got back to me. Pretty rediculous. At the end got my money back from this scamming restaurant read more

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Kristin S.

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1 year ago

I love finding hole in the wall places. This is definitely a must try Mexican restaurant. Amazing service never had to wait on a refill or ask for anything. The food was also amazing, I ordered the mini tacos & charro beans, sooo good! I will definitely be back to try the enchiladas next. read more

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Anna P.

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This was the best meal of my entire life. Service was also amazing. This is a must come to spot.

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Jessica P.

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The tilapia was good but I was impressed by the tasty veggies! My boyfriend liked the enchiladas but said the rice and beans were just alright. Will go back to try the breakfast. read more

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Yvonne T.

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10 months ago

this place was so good and the inside was so cute and Frida themed. Me and my boyfriend enjoyed everything this molcajete came with and it fed the both of us. Service was great as well. Food was amazing and would definitely come again. read more

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Carr H.

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6 months ago

This food and service is incredible here. Definitely a must for fresh seafood. Friday night dinner date never disappoints with the succulent drum and jumbo shrimp they serve. The avocado salad is incredible . Topped dinner with key lime pie.....yummmmm. Yummmmmm read more

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Stephanie C.

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Convenient location with street parking. Cool interior and great food! Homemade spicy salsa was great! I will be back!

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Manny G.

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I don't know if yelp are paid reviews but this ain't no 4 star restaurant everything sucks the food, the waiter, WAITED 1 hour and 20 mins for crappy food read more

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Vanessa M.

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6 months ago

AMAZING! 10/10 stars! Every single item was the BEST. Our table had the beef fajitas, enchiladas, chicken flautas, the rice, burger and then perfect fluffy tres leches. The chips were crisp and fresh too. Service was ideal. read more

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Leah H.

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2 years ago

I went right after work on a Friday and the place was empty until I was about to leave. The service was good, the waiter was very attentive. The salsa was really good and the cheese enchiladas were pretty basic. It's convenient to work so I'd pop in again on my lunch hour. If you're looking for margaritas or beer this place is BYOB. read more

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414 Starr St
Corpus Christi, TX 78401
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(361) 299-0200
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Hours

What time does Fridas Mexican Restastaurant open?

Fridas Mexican Restastaurant opens at 7:00 AM on Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday and Thursday.Fridas Mexican Restastaurant opens at 8:00 AM on Friday, Saturday and Sunday.

What time does Fridas Mexican Restastaurant close?

Fridas Mexican Restastaurant closes at 10:00 PM on Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday, Saturday and Sunday.

Mon-Thu 7:00 AM - 10:00 PMFri-Sun 8:00 AM - 10:00 PM

Food & Alcohol

Does Fridas Mexican Restastaurant serve alcohol?

Yes, Fridas Mexican Restastaurant serves alcohol.

Indoor Amenities

Does Fridas Mexican Restastaurant allow dogs?

Yes, Fridas Mexican Restastaurant allows dogs.

Outdoor Amenities

Does Fridas Mexican Restastaurant have parking?

Yes, Fridas Mexican Restastaurant has parking options. Validated Parking

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Does Fridas Mexican Restastaurant have free WiFi?

Yes, Fridas Mexican Restastaurant has free WiFi.

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4.0(389 reviews)

3.9 mi

We came here for dinner the day after thanksgiving. We decided that we were going to order a bunch…read moreof apps to go with our drinks because we had been eating so much throughout the day. The firecracker shrimp and the chicken satay were definitely the highlights of the evening. I also got to try some of the fried rice that one of the diners got and it was probably one of the best Thai rice that I have had outside of Asia. I really enjoyed the ordering experience. We were a large party (I think maybe 8 people) and the server looked a little overwhelmed but once she got the order going, she was friendly, knowledgable, and whenever she was unsure about something she would verify and confirm with us. I would love to come back and try the full dinner menu the next time I am in town.

Service was great. Food not so much. Sashimi was okay. Drinks were flat. We did have a good seaweed…read moresalad and the spicy roll was good as was the cold beer order after the cocktail debacle. Sad it's not as good as it used to be.

Aesthetic was beautiful

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3.8(165 reviews)

0.1 mi

Nice fine dining Vietnamese restaurant in downtown Corpus near the water. Most of the items that…read moreare vegetarian can been made vegan! I enjoyed the vegan spring rolls and the vegan Kung Pao Tofu!

This is hidden gem locals know about. I went here for an executive meeting. We had shrimp,…read morecalamari, fish, Chicken, shrimp rolls, broccoli, chocolate cake, etc. Everything was delicious. The service was amazing. The place is clean, cozy, and beautiful. 8/10.