Not sure why this place wasn't PACKED even if it was on a Monday! We had a great experience with energetic and engaging staff and delicious food. It's a win when each member of our family raves about the food (even my picky 11 year old). The guacamole was amazing. Each dish that we had was prepared amazingly well and came out hot. They even allowed an accommodation for my order due to dietary needs. The robot bringing drinks from the bar was so cool! My family and I are already planning our next visit - Taco Tuesday maybe! The restaurant is also decorated nicely - large hanging from the ceiling, nice touch. read more

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Interesting quirky bright interior with a nice outdoor patio. Good margaritas with a variety of flavors. The food was presented well and was tasty. Good for your typical Columbus Mexican spot. We've gone twice and enjoyed each time. read more

Fronteras - Carne asada - Mexican Near Me - Columbus, Ohio

Amazing food, great atmosphere, friendly, quick and attentive service. With an outside deck option with heaters in the winter. Robotic drink service. Literally looks like a kitty robot. Such an amazing experience. Truly enjoy! read more

This place was sooo good. We went for my mom's birthday and had lunch. We were a big party of 10 people and they had us seated with no trouble. It was very clean inside and the decor was very pretty. We all go so many different things and loved it all. We definitely loved that thy had several dishes from different countries. We did really want to see some food from Panama. I only got pictures from my husband and I. read more

Fronteras - RAMEN BOWL - Mexican Near Me - Columbus, Ohio

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Great service, atmosphere and food .Such variety - Cuban, Venezuelan, Colombian, & Mexican. Definitely try the Ropa Veija-one of my favorites.This time I got another favorite- grilled chicken rice bowl which is comfort food at the max. You can get it with steak or shrimp. Servers are always so friendly. If you order an alcoholic drink a robot will deliver it to you. I forgot to take a pic at the restaurant so what you see is my leftovers at home. If you haven't tried Fronteras you are missing out read more

Fronteras - Grilled Rice Bowl with Chicken - Mexican Near Me - Columbus, Ohio

Service: my waiter is always friendly. He helps me each time and knows my exact order anytime I go regardless of how long it has been since I'd last been there. I've had other waiters and can say sometime they're slow and I find myself waiting to get another water for quite a time. Ambiance/atmosphere: it's loud inside, but as a bar type restaurant you can expect that. It is very nice and decorated inside with different Mexican culture themed items. You can watch essentially any sport inside and there's no shortage of screens. Food: I always get the chicken fundido and it is just delicious Everytime. I'm a rather large eater and get two and mix the plates. The beans are smooth and creamy, rice is perfectly cooked, chicken is juicy, and the shrimp is always cooked perfectly. I never have had any issue with fishy shrimp. The cheese sauce blanketed over is warm, gooey, and tastes very nice. All these mix to make a perfect and very satisfying meal. The patacon is very good and a safe start for anyone new into heavy Hispanic dishes. I'd recommend getting the steak, it matches perfectly with the madudos(sweet plantains). The cheese melted throughout is a typical match with madudo(sweet plantain) and is a great addition. The beans pair perfectly and the lettuce and tomato are fresh and keep the dish vibrant. Deep fried grilled burrito is my mom's favorite and she's never had a complaint. It's chewy with a really nice crisp to the shell and packed with fillings. The peppers and such inside are fresh and soft without being overcooked to mush. The chicken and overall dish is flavorful and the queso on top is delightful. read more

Fronteras - Pollo fundido - Mexican Near Me - Columbus, Ohio

We really enjoy coming here. The new decor looks good. They added outdoor furniture too. The food is delicious. My cousin and I shared the chicken fajitas. There was plenty of food. My friend got one of the bowls. And was happy. We got the Mexican style guacamole, it's chunkier and we like it better for the table to share. Our server Monica was by far the best server we got there yet. She was right on with everything. read more

Stopped in this joint to catch the Masters; sho glad I did. Love this place...you can always judge good Mexican food off the chips and salsa and they were great. The beer is cold, the margaritas are great, and the double shell Tacos were killer! read more

Fronteras - Chips & Salsa - Mexican Near Me - Columbus, Ohio

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I think 3.5 is a more accurate rating for me. Perfectly decent experience. I'd give four stars for the pork belly! Tender but crispy on the edges and especially on the fatty rim. The guacamole was quite tasty but I'm still a little flummoxed by this particular combo. Came with tortilla chips but no salsa. Also no complimentary chips and salsa for the table...but our meals came out quickly. Fun points: Margaritas were delivered by a musical robot. I ordered the house lime and the Oaxaca one. Both tasted fine, like any standard margarita. They went down easy...and so did I! I settled into a long nap as soon as I got home! Tacos were fine--I got steak and barbacoa. They are expensive and we had to ask for limes and now I can't remember if there was cilantro. My friend got birria tacos but they didn't look to me to have been cooked in the consomme. Great service, festive interior. Food and drinks good enough. Check them out and see what you think! read more

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3.5/5 Stars Fronteras Tacos, Tequila & Wine is a vibrant, high-energy spot with a big menu of crowd-pleasing Mexican-American favorites and plenty of table-side entertainment. If you're in the mood for colorful cocktails and a little spectacle, you'll probably enjoy the experience. The Vibe: Part sports bar, part celebration central. There are glowing neon lights, sparkler-topped drinks, and even a robot that rolls around just to deliver drink orders (not food). You press "finish" or "confirm" to send it back to the kitchen. Definitely not your average taco joint. I visited on a weekend evening, and the atmosphere was festive but not overwhelming--good for groups or casual birthdays. Food & Drinks Highlights (approximate prices): * Tacos ($4-5 each): Still the best bet here. Fresh toppings, soft tortillas, and consistently good. After branching out with the burrito and the carne en su jugo ($15.75--a hearty stew with steak, bacon, beans, nopales, and queso fresco), I'd say tacos and drinks are the safest and most satisfying option. * Birria Ramen ($13.50): Has potential and was good enough to say we tried it, but it didn't blow me away. * Queso Fundido with Shrimp & Chicken ($12.99): A solid "every time" go-to. We subbed chorizo for chicken, and it was still rich, melty, and great for sharing. * Pork Belly Guacamole (Market Price): Fun to try once, but after about one big piece, you'll probably want something to liven it up (hot sauce, tortillas, etc.). Tip: If you're craving pork belly guac but don't want the full bowl, order a pork belly taco (or a side) with a side of guac. You'll get smaller pieces and a more manageable portion for one or two people. * Burrito Plate (~$13-$15): Honestly a letdown. Lots of lettuce and bland rice that didn't redeem it. * Hot Sauce: Ask for their house hot sauce (a nice kick) or Valentina (always a reliable choice). * Spicy Mango Cocktail ($12): 5/5. I'm not a big drinker, but this one has me debating every time--not because it's not good (it is), but because $12 a glass adds up quickly. Still worth it. Service & Details: Friendly, attentive staff overall. A few things to note: menu prices reflect cash payments (there's a card surcharge), chips and salsa refills are not free, and the robot delivers only drinks. Overall: Fronteras is best when you keep it simple: tacos and drinks. That combination stands out above everything else. It's festive, a little over-the-top, and reliably good if you stick to what they do best. I'd recommend this place for a fun night out, especially if you want bright cocktails and solid tacos. Bring cash and maybe split a few things to keep it budget-friendly. read more

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I wanted to love this place. The atmosphere is festive and the patio is very nice. The menu is HUGE and I swear I flipped through it 7 times. It took longer to figure out what we wanted to order than it did for the food to come out. The food was Tex-mex and average, at best. The margs are average but expensive for the size. There is a credit card fee as well. We will only only return if a group consensus takes us there. read more

Fronteras - Beef burrito, chicken tamal, black beans, and rice - Mexican Near Me - Columbus, Ohio

Pros: Good location Large patio area Fast, friendly service Huge menu with lots of drink options Cons: Shrimp tacos had too much stuff and my palate was confused by all the flavors Super messy and not enough shrimp Pro tip: The plantain appetizer is a must have. Perfectly fried and loved the creama dip. read more

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Loved the vibe. Ceiling lights are covered in Dia Dav Lis Muertois skulls. Lotsa TVs. Large bar that was actually very lively tonight. Chips and salsa were not complimentary and our server did not try to sell us. I ordered a Venezuelan meal suggested by our waiter Patacon. The dish was layers starting with fried plantains (a personal favorite!) Yltoped with cheese, black beans, protein of my choice, cilantro sauce and pico. I was tempted to ask for a hot sauce. Hubs ordered chicken nachos. Topped with black beans, jalapenos, pico, cheese, cheese. No salsa. We ordered a side of sour cream. The highlight of our meal was Bella Bot. Bella works for the bartender sending alcoholic drinks to your table. She plays music, can sing Happy Birthday, accepts pets and scratches for a job well done and zooms back to the bar once drinks are delivered. This is the first time I've experienced a Bot in a restaurant. read more

Fronteras - Nachos Polo - Mexican Near Me - Columbus, Ohio

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Food is excellent and atmosphere is wonderful. My go-to place for latin cuisine. Always take friends, family and coworkers here for good eats read more

It took 20 minutes for our drinks and didn't get our food after two hours and still made us pay for drinks

Heard good things and were in the area so we checked it out. What a fun place. Great decorations and environment. Plenty of TVs throughout the restaurant to make it a great place to hang with friends and watch the games. They had a very nice bar with a nice selection of spirits to make all cocktails. They have an extensive drink menu with a a lot of fun drinks. They also have a decent beer selection, except not my go to PBR. The margarita flight looks like a fun drink. We had a very good server as he met our needs. The menu was a nice selection of Mexican, Colombian, Venezuelan, and Cuban dishes. They also have some American staples to meet the needs of others in your group. I was disappointed in the pastor taco, but enjoyed the Barbacoa and chorizo tacos. read more

Fronteras - Bar - Mexican Near Me - Columbus, Ohio

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Fun restaurant. It has these great day of the dead type of chandeliers that give off a pinkish, red, purple light. Three fake fuzzy white trees are lit with hot pink. Cool ambience. Great bar, long, well stocked. Fun latin music in the back ground. The menu is extensive. Our server JoseD did a good job at guiding us thru the menu, explaining many of the Peruvian, Columbian, Venezuelan, Mexican and Cuban signature dishes. With all those wonderful and tempting options, we choose tacos. Yep. Tacos. We just were not hugely hungry. My favorite of the tacos was the jicama with shrimp. So good! There were only two shrimp on it. Wish there were three but the shrimp were huge and the flavor... superb. I may have moaned. The pastor was okay. Both my husband and I got those and tbo, we both were disappointed with it. Just not our favorite. It was the flavor, the texture and the quantity of meat, or lack of. Wouldnt get those again. My pollo rojo also was decent. It had flavor but I needed to put the hot sauce on it to jazz it up. Then I liked it even more. My husband also ordered the barbacoa and one with chorizo. Both he liked both, but the barbacoa stood out. While I was sitting there the lady next to me got a threesome of tacos and I literally went "omg look at THOSE amazing tacos" Which started a fun conversation with the cute couple. The tacos truly looked amazing. They had avocado, lettuce lots of chicken. They were overflowing! Another couple got a flight of margaritas. We will definitely be back for those once it warms up as they have a huge patio which would be so fun to drink at. This is definitely a FUN place!!! read more

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Driven by this place a million times and finally stopped in for dinner & drinks. Why did I not come here sooner? Is like El Asadero without the annoying crowd, blaring music, and outrageous prices! I'm aware I sound a like a boomer here, but we had a great server (shout out Sophie!) fresh made food, and amazing drinks. Chill vibe, lots of TVs for sports, much bigger inside than you would think. Check it out! read more

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Texas Dip - great queso dip with chicken shrimp & steak Birria Ramen bowl was excellent!! I added some tajin & grilled jalapeños and it was amazing!!! 10/10 read more

Came in looking for a lunch spot to watch the game, a Mexican sports bar, love the vibe! Ordered the Gordo with rice and mixed vegetables. It was decent, though a bit underwhelming flavor-wise. Service was friendly and quick, and the beer was cold. Overall, a solid spot to catch a game and grab a bite, even if the food didn't totally wow me. read more

The food was great, The service was great. Our waiter was really attentive and the ambiance was cool too. I would recommend this place read more

Fronteras - Cheese enchiladas - Mexican Near Me - Columbus, Ohio

Great local spot. Good Margaritas. Fast service. This time, we got the last high top in the bar. They also have a small part of he outdoor furniture set up. Can't wait to go back and sit outside. We started with some frozen margaritas. Strawberry for me and mango for my man. Not at happy hour price. The next round, we got the frozen house Margaritas. The Trio Dip is on the Happy Hour menu at $2 off, great for our appetizer. The salsa and queso were spicy. The guacamole was delicious, nice, and fresh. For our meal, we split the Fajitas with chicken, steak, and shrimp. it only comes with 3 tortillas. You just have to ask for more. Our server was very attentive without being overbearing. Everything came out at the right temperature and was delicious. This is another one of our favorite local places to go. Their happy hour goes to 7 pm which is great as other places only go to 5 or 6 pm. read more

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This is one of my favorite restaurants! I get the patacon with pork every time I go. The service is great and you can be seated quickly on a weekday evening. Friday nights are busy so arrive at least 30 minutes before you want to be seated. The ambiance is super relaxed and you can even catch your favorite sports team as they have tvs around the entire room. Another favorite is the spinach dip! And the pina colada is so yummy. I definitely recommend! read more

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Nice and spacious with tasteful decorations! The staff was friendly and worked hard to get our party of 7 seated quickly. We had a few mishaps with our food - my Patacon was great! But hubby's chicken tacos were too dry for him to eat! They brought my granddaughter the wrong order but to their credit fixed it quickly! Their guac is really good and the salsa n chips are tasty too! I would probably try them again! read more

Fronteras - Chicken tacos - very dry - Mexican Near Me - Columbus, Ohio

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The lunch burrito was absolutely fantastic!! I highly recommend this restaurant and I will definitely be returning. Plus, the robot delivering the drinks was pretty cute too. read more

The employees were kind. The food is hit or miss. It definitely has a great vibe. The queso funding and the chicharron with guacamole are a def try. The mango margarita was busy but taste was on point. read more

Fronteras - Mango margarita - Mexican Near Me - Columbus, Ohio

My main course was a let down... I sat at the bar, and had chips, salsa and queso. All paid, -no complimentary chips and salsa here -just FYI. Queso was ok, not great. The salsa had a bit of a kick to it, which made it interesting, at least for me. My entree came from the international specials menu. I ordered 'MOFONGO' (Puerto Rico. $21.99) Description was as follows: Fried plantains mashed with garlic and chicharron. Topped with shrimps, pico de gallo and our special creamy cheese sauce. Served with white rice and salad. Unfortunately, the delivery was not as good as the promise.. The real underlying problem with this dish is the fried plantains (which are the core of the dish). They were just dry and 'mealy'. -Not good. This is actually the second dish from this restaurant I have tried, featuring mashed fried plantains. My last experience was similar to this one, in a not-good way. -Most unfortunately! I was really hoping the last one was an anomaly, and I just came on a bad night... But that appears not the case. In fairness, my server was efficient and reasonably friendly, and I did not have any other complaints. However, the food being let-down is a pretty substantial one, no matter how you look at it! So buyer -beware. I hope this helps you. read more

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Fun location with a beautiful patio. We went for Sunday lunch but there are many lights so would be prettier for dinner. Tried the Mufango - a first for me and it didn't disappoint. The shrimp and Queso were excellent. Could have used a little more garlic and seasoning of the plantains but still quite good. Many interesting dishes on the menu from different Hispanic traditions. The only bummer was that you have to pay for chips and salsa or Queso...they don't come with the meal like traditional Mexican restaurants. Still I will be back to try another unique dish. read more

Love the variety of food options here. Sushi, ramen, tacos, burritos, burgers, and steak! The grilled rice bowl was awesome. Highly recommend ordering an alcoholic drink. A robot will deliver it! Server was also helpful and attentive. read more

Fronteras - Grilled Rice Bowl with steak - Mexican Near Me - Columbus, Ohio

Good Food good prices, the margaritas are delicious. The spinach appetizer was amazing . The chicken empanadas were tasty with a very delicious sauce to dip them in . The tostadas were delicious. I will definitely come Back the dessert was delicious also . read more

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We ate there last night and my grand daughter started to get sick around midnight and my daughter was also getting sick. Grand daughter was throwing up and had diarrhea all night long and did not get any sleep. This morning has a head ache but no fever. Not sure if it is food poisoning though! She had the, I believe, rice bowl. read more

Good food! Fun ambience and the service is great. My favorite is the street corn. I love the Enchiladas too. read more

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I usually have a good experience here but yes was a dud. The chorizo dip is always a hit but the enchiladas portion was very small. The empanada as well. Miniature actually. The margarita was very good, snuck up on me. I'd go back but I'll order something else. Sat at the bar and the waitress was very nice and provided great service read more

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Hot messy garbage on a plate. Lomo saltado was like carnitas and rice Whatever Cuban dish I received was red paste and soiled beef. Yucca Frita was decent Plantains were a mix of ok and undercooked. Total crap. Avoid. read more

This place is okay, not one of my top fav. Mex food places though. It is a decent size with a bar too. The blue margarita was fantastic! Very flavorful and with a good kick too! The food is was good but the portion sizes just seemed a bit small for the price. The waitress we had was young and super slow. They were not very busy and we barely saw her at all. When serving a table of 10 she served all the adults first and then the little kids last (which is not a good strategic move). Little kids should always go first! It is hard for littles to see everyone eat and they sometimes do not understand why they cannot eat yet too. (Hopefully that make sense) The waitress also barely smiled and lacked personality (we tried to give her the benefit of the doubt though, maybe she was having a bad day?). Overall, our experience was okay. It was not fantastic but it was not bad either. read more

Fronteras - Inside - Mexican Near Me - Columbus, Ohio

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The decorations definitely changed from the last time I visited. The service is great, there wasn't any wait for the food and the servers are absolutely nice. read more

Fronteras - Street Corn Fried Plantains - Mexican Near Me - Columbus, Ohio

I met a friend for lunch here. This is not a Mexican restaurant. It is Latin American restaurant with different dishes from different Latin countries. I ordered the Mexican street corn and tostones. The Mexican sweet corn had cheese, mayo and chili powder on it. It was good, but not sumptuous. I had eaten tostones in Panama where they are crispy and salty and served hot. Here they were cold and stale and had a fishy smell even though they were supposed to be vegetarian. I didn't like them at all and neither did my friend. My friend ordered the baca frita which is a brisket that is shredded and sautéed. She said it was good. But the black beans served as a side was bland and didn't even have salt in it. The crispy tortilla bowl it was served in was soggy. All in all, it was a disappointment. I don't think I will go there again. read more

We met some friends @ Fronteras around 11 AM on a Monday. I love the large space that the restaurant holds as well as all of the decor. It's nice and relaxing. To start, I ordered the Mexican guacamole and the some cheese dip for the littles. I was not a fan of the Mexican guacamole. It was not mashed together so instead of enjoying a creamy dip with my tortilla chips, I either got a chunk of avocado, onion, or tomato with each bite. The cheese dip was nice and thick which the kids and some friends enjoyed. I was surprised that there is no complimentary salsa at Fronteras like at other Mexican restaurants. Actually, I think this is the only Mexican place that I have been to that does not offer complimentary salsa. Chips and salsa are $2.50 with no refills. Again - not like any other Mexican restaurants that I have been to. For lunch, I ordered the chicken fajita quesadilla with rice and beans. Everything was temperature hot and tasted super fresh! Now - that's my kind of meal! The chicken fajita quesadilla was super cheesy which I enjoyed. The fresh veggies definitely made the quesadilla. They were cooked to perfection and tasted so good! My daughter really enjoyed her dino nuggets and creamy mac and cheese as well. Aside from the chips and dips, I definitely would recommend Fronteras for their entree dishes! read more

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I wasn't a fan of the flavor profile. But, the food is all high quality. This is a great place to go in a date, or business lunch. The Strawberry Frozen Margarita was terrific! It wasn't weak and sugary like so many. The Queso was very good. Ours had chicken, steak, and shrimp. The burrito was good too! read more

This place was really good. My hubby and I met a couple of friends her to grab a bite to eat. The rustic atmosphere gave it a certain ambience along with the enjoyable Mexican upbeat music. It is a sports bar so that's really cool. The TV were strategically placed around high up along the outside perimeter of the inside of the restaurant. Excellent, It is very easy to watch a sports game if your choice while eating. I ordered their Texas Margarita which was very delicious and refreshing. For my entree I ordered their Burrito Rocqueta. There was a choice of chicken or steak. I chose the steak. The burrito was very flavorful and I savored every bite. The Mexican rice and refried beans were perfectly prepared and complimented my burrito. Everyone at our table really enjoyed their meals. Excellent service and quality food. We will return again! read more

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