Garcia's is an iconic Phoenix restaurant that goes back for decades. The owner Ramon Garcia passed away in 2025, and I believe the entire company is under new ownership. So I wasn't expecting it to be good. But I have to say that after sampling several "cheese crisps" on my most recent Arizona trip, Garcia's makes the best one in Phoenix! The service was really fast and cordial and while the restaurant isn't anything super fancy inside, it's a nice and comfortable Mexican restaurant with a bar. It's a stand alone restaurant adjacent to a mini mall so there's lots of free parking. For some reason, the cheese crisp is just outstanding. It's exactly what it should be: crispy, cheesy and flavorful. read more

Garcia's - Cheese Crisp - Mexican Near Me - Phoenix, Arizona

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Nice looking burrito for $12.99 at lunch. Didn't care too much for the salsa on this visit,but the burrito had shredded white chicken and a bland red sauce. Rice was good as well. read more

Garcia's - Lunch special - Mexican Near Me - Phoenix, Arizona

Garcia's on Thomas was amazing! We got there right at 11 when they opened, and the staff couldn't have been friendlier. Everyone was super welcoming and helpful. The place itself has such a fun, festive vibe -- we loved sitting by the window and just soaking it all in. Chips and salsa come complimentary (score!) along with warm bean dip. The salsa was so fresh and flavorful. Pro tip: mix the salsa and bean dip together -- total game changer! We tried the peach house margarita and the watermelon orange margarita. Both had great flavor, but they're definitely on the lighter side alcohol-wise. For food, we split Olivia's Sampler, and wow... that pollo fundido stole the show! Creamy, cheesy, tender chicken wrapped in a chimichanga -- seriously out of this world. Overall, awesome service, great atmosphere, and delicious food. We'll definitely be back! read more

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It is a quiet little restaurant with great customer service. Food comes out very quickly. It's kind of a hit or miss for some of the dishes but overall I would say we really enjoy eating at this establishment. read more

Aloha Hawaiians, Hi, just wanted to let you know about this wonderful restaurant. If you go here eat at the bar side it is fabulous. The tall tables are wonderful and the booths are even better Go for the bottomless chips & salsa and beans, but stay for the wonderful flavorful food. If you know me, you, you know that if the food is so good, I don't have time to take a picture I'm stuffing it in my mouth so previously when I visited, I had some other dishes and here's some photos. Since I already know that the food is bomb.com. I needed to eat my chimichangas before the shell got soggy If you have hypertension stay away from the rice. lol other than that banzai!! I had the fajita chimichanga which was wonderful and it was so nice. I ordered it twice if you wanna go out for dinner and drinks hit me up because I love the bar area. The restaurant is very family friendly but I like to stay away from the kids, so meet me in the bar, happy holidays read more

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We were expecting a chain experience and have been to other Garcia's, but this location leveled up! Jesús was our server and was professional and attentive. He knew the menu very well and was able to accommodate our vegan, vegetarian and meat eaters. We got there in time for happy hour and got a cheese crisp with guacamole and some house margaritas. They also had frozen and fruity margs. The fajitas were loaded with fresh veggies and sides, nicely cooked and not overloaded with tomatoes and onions like they often are. Conveniently located with plenty of parking. A+ read more

Garcia's - Fajitas - Mexican Near Me - Phoenix, Arizona

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Crew that worked from 7-8 pm today did a great job. Service was friendly and the food was great . Highly recommend

Very poor service due to bad management. Employees make mistakes on delivery orders with no option but for me to drive there and pick up missing items. This is not delivery. read more

This was the 2nd time I've come here in a year. Horrible service! No host showed up, sat myself. The bar, ordered a Bloody Mary, no salt on rim, no olives for drink! Ate very lil, taken food to go, asked for a small hot sauce to go, was told it's not free! Seriously, Wow! Noticed other couples sitting in booths looking for service! Never again will i come here! I forgot to add when I sat at the bar and finally someone showed up in about maybe five minutes I asked for a cocktail menu and I waited another five minutes for that person to return and I said can you give me a cocktail menu where the pages aren't stuck together from being filthy and sticky! Unbelievable! I wish I had just left. It just went downhill again. I will never return here & to see other customers fidgety in their seats, the slowest service ever. read more

We just stumbled on this gem of a Mexican restaurant after a long day of traveling. What a great place! The enchiladas were hands down the best I've had in a long time. Their chips and salsa are very authentic and fresh. Gabriel was our server and he was excellent! We will definitely stop by again when we're back in town: read more

Garcia's - Chicken enchiladas!! - Mexican Near Me - Phoenix, Arizona

Food was amazing and the staff from the moment you walk in treat you as if you were their family! Cannot say enough nice things about this place!! read more

Do not come to this Garcia's! This was my first time dining at this location on Thomas Rd and it was horrible-- from the customer service, food and environment of the restaurant. However, the Garcia's at Arizona Mills is the best! From the environment, customer service and food!! More about my experience about the location on Thomas Rd... Once I came in, the waiter abruptly left and then took over 5 mins for the waitress to sit me (there was barely anyone there). I ordered the 2 pick your own special with the chicken taco and tamale. The chicken taco came in a generic basic taco shell which fell apart after one bite. However, the Garcia's at the Mills location use homemade taco shells which I love!! In addition, our waitress seemed depressed and was not checking in, sadly. I will not be coming back to this location at all! read more

I've ordered Christmas tamales and takeout from Garcia's and recently tried dine in, which was also a great experience. Eduardo was our server and he was very attentive and helpful. We got chips, salsas and waters right away. I love that bean dip comes with the chips and salsa! A nice touch. I had the spinach enchiladas lunch special which was fantastic! I loved the spinach, the green sauce and I loved that I could get it with black beans instead of refried beans. I had a house margarita on the rocks which was also great! Garcia's has a nice atmosphere with traditional Mexican American vibes. I'm glad I stopped by for lunch! read more

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Great food and great service. Going to a Mexican can be hit or miss if you're looking for an authentic experience but, this place was truly a hit and exceeded my expectations. The service was a 10 from the moment we walked in the door and throughout our dining experience. No one in my party had to ask for a refill because the server was bringing out another as soon as our drinks were getting low, the service was fast and the food was delicious. I ordered the street tacos which were great and so was the free salsa and dip. I will definitely be back the next time I'm in town crazing Mexican. read more

Garcia's - Steak Street - Mexican Near Me - Phoenix, Arizona

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Came here Friday night. Place was packed. We are regulars and we were lucky enough to sit in Angel's section. She runs the bar and the bar dining area. Long story short.... She had so much going on training new bartender that it was so hard for her to do the tables as well. She was amazing and running like crazy. I wish that she could have just done one or the other. Manager was wonderful to comp our one dinner. So generous and not necessary as we will return. But maybe next time don't do training in a Friday night? read more

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Huge portions and great service. We had a party of 16, and there was a mixup with the reservation, but the manager was incredibly helpful and accommodated us anyways. The chips and salsa were really tasty, and we definitely ate too much and couldn't even come close to finishing my meal. My mom got the taco soup and house salad; the soup was a bit salty for her tastes, but the salad was good. I got the chili verde, and it was excellent. Big chunks of perfectly stewed pork, and slow-building heat. I could've done with a bit more spice, but compared to my dad's melt-your-face-off green chili stew, much more enjoyable. read more

We're from Las Vegas. We went to Garcia's because it was near our hotel. Are you freaking kidding me? This had to be the best tasting Mexican food I had in a long time. The tortilla soup was outstanding! As well as our entree. The Coronarita was perfect. The decor had a relaxing feel, service was excellent and the food came quick. Anytime that we're in Phoenix, we definitely will be visiting Garcia's restaurant. read more

Best Mexican Food. So delicious. Customer service was the best. You have to try the steak fajitas and the sopapillas.

I came here with my friends for dinner on a Friday night and we had a wonderful experience. The service was great and the food was delicious! Decent prices and good sized portions. They even bring you out bean dip with the salsa and chips. I would definitely come back again! read more

Garcia's - Combination steak chicken and shrimp fajitas - Mexican Near Me - Phoenix, Arizona

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Anyone from Phoenix knows Garcia's is one of our OG local Mexican food chains, something serving up Tex-Mex cuisine since before Americans even learned burritos were cool. If I want a safe and traditional southwest option for lunch, this has been a go-to that can make everyone happy. What I love: They still give you chips and salsa, even when you're picking your order or have it delivered. Try not to eat them all, you will be full. I also loved their pollo fundido, which is a delicious chimi with a bit of cheese on top. What I liked: The lunch combination menu. Can't go wrong with a cheese enchilada and some charro beans! What I wanted to like: The sopapillas, I have a soft spot for sopapillas, and they deliver. But do you have to put honey, cinnamon sugar, AND sweetened cream cheese on it? It was overkill, but fundamentally a decent pastry. Overall I'd pick this place before some of the valley's more historical family-owned Tex-Mex spots (like that one with the bird on it), and I definitely look forward to the day I feel comfortable dining indoors again. Because who doesn't miss going to old-school local businesses like this? read more

Garcia's - When you can't decide which beans to order and end up getting all 3. - Mexican Near Me - Phoenix, Arizona

UNDERRATED RESTAURANT! I don't know why there's bad reviews, I am a huge fan of Garcia's. This is the first time I had ever been to this exact location, I usually go to the one on Warner but I was NOT DISAPPOINTED HERE. This will be my new fav location, the customer service was amazing and quick. They're super attentive. The food is always good and I'm a picky eater. So that's saying something, their red chili is my fav, and can never go wrong with the chips and salsa. BIG PORTIONS. If you're craving REAL Mexican food, come here. I'll be back very soon! read more

Garcia's - RED CHILI BURRITO W/ BEANS & RICE CHICKEN ENCHILADAS W/ BEANS & RICE - Mexican Near Me - Phoenix, Arizona

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Garcia's is always a good place for dining anytime the service and waiters are always friendly . Would highly recommend.

Great food and good portions! Love it!!! Come here for some tasty tostadas or burritos!

Garcia's One of the franchise locations, but nice location. One of the signature entrees that I recommend is the Poco Pollo, either the lunch portion which comes with 2 chicken chimichanga where as the dinner comes with 3. This time I ordered the Grande Shredded Beef Chimichanga dry without the enchilada sauce with guacamole, lettuce and tomatoes. Nice tasting entree with a generous portion. Fish Tacos were tasty and a good dish to order. Solid food and am always up for mexican food. read more

Garcia's - Shredded Beef Chimichanga - Mexican Near Me - Phoenix, Arizona

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The food is good not great. I ordered steak and enchiladas. I like food on the spicier side but salsa was mild. Steak was cooked as in ordered it and was flavorful. The enchiladas were a disappointment. They should use a Mexican cheese, Chihuahua or Oaxaca cheese. By more on the Americanized sauce de of the house. Portions are generous and service was very attentive. By food not as authentic as you had hoped for, but overall satisfying read more

Happy time at Garcia's. All you can eat enchilladas for $9.99. Reviewed the other options on the menu and it was a no brainer. Chips were fresh, the salsa and beans were ok , but the enchilladas were very good. Your order comes with rice and beans. Had the black beans and rice. You have a choice of mix or match enchilladas. Had the shredded chicken, spinich and cheese, and sour cream and chicken enchilladas. Hands down, the chicken and sour cream were the favorites. Great ambience and service. Nice place to spend a leisurely weekend lunch. read more

Garcia's - All You Can Eat Enchillads - Mexican Near Me - Phoenix, Arizona

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My family and I were craving chips and salsa, with a nice iced tea and were blown away today stopping by this restaurant. First, the service from walking into the door to walking back out after our meal was impeccable. Not only friendly and happy, but even caring throughout our visit. The servers were warm and attentive and knew what we needed when we needed it before we even thought to ask. Second, the food was delicious. Coming to a chain restaurant you would expect mediocre, and I cannot remember the last time I went to a Mexican restaurant and thought "wow!" With each bite, but this Garcia's did it for me. They made a basic burrito with red sauce seem like the best meal I had all week, and my boyfriend's pollo fundido really hit the spot. Just enough cheese, just enough chicken, and crisp just right. And to top off the meal with some toasty sopapillas with honey was really just the best way to end a "quick" lunch. I will definitely be coming back, not just for the food, but for the ambiance, decor and fantastic service! read more

Honestly, some of the food here is good, but customer service...it isn't hard to just have a positive look on things. I picked up an order today and upon getting home, i saw the containers (ordered as pint size) appeared to be half full. Not too hard to check, put it on the scale, 9.5oz per pint. I proceeded to call back and said, "I was just in picking up the espinaca and chips order, and the containers were half full." No concern for me at all on the other end, so I proceed to add "I measured and I got 60% of my order." The managers says "if I ask again is it going to keep going up". Yes, I got frustrated and said "do you want to continue having a customer?" then proceeds to say he will just take care of it. I didn't start the call planning to be mad, but I'll admit, I was pretty angry with the unnecessary banter and it's not appropriate for me to take it out on someone over the phone, even if they are the store manager. My question, why the smart ass response first? Just ask what I think is a good solution or at least say we will take a look to try to improve that in the future. Those kind of responses might be BS, but hey, I would have been happy with a 40% price adjustment or a coupon in email for a free pint next time. It's not complex, contentious or angering; I just wanted to get what I paid for. Heck, instead of selling it as a pint, they can just put it on the menu saying 10oz. I pay the listed price, I don't ask for extras or discounts, I don't consume any employee time...no easier customer. My call isn't a money grab, just a request for fairness in price/quantity. I'd be fired at my job if I had a smart ass response to a customer just 1 time. I guess tolerance is higher for that when you're the manager at a Garcia's. Anyway, I'll probably go back, the Espinaca Queso is good and I'll want it again. Or maybe I can try grocery store ones and see if there's an easy replacement for our weekly football snack. But I guess I should just check how full the containers are before I leave with the order? read more

Huge plates of standard, Mexican, food, nice staff, and true Mexican decor. We like enchiladas, love guacamole, had a nice walk to the restaurant down the trail and back to the hotel for our one night layover in Phoenix. read more

The food was yummy and the waitress was quick to seat us and get our drinks and orders. We didn't even have to wait long for our food. My only concern was with the fact the prices have raised each time we have gone. I do understand but if is getting tougher on us to go out to eat. read more

My husband loves coming to eat here. The food is good never had a issue but................... The only problem is how dirt and dusty everything is... grosss read more

Garcia's - Tv is so dusty that there is cobwebs so gross - Mexican Near Me - Phoenix, Arizona

I ordered dinner to go 3 nights ago of a tostada and cheese enchilada. It came out in a big foil tray. By the time I got home literally 5 min away and opened it I realized it wasn't even warm. The cheese enchilada was definitely pulled from a batch of those made and tossed in there. Cold beans atop my tostada and even the bean dip was cool. I don't know if this is normal and they expect me to put this in the oven but I had no choice. So consider the tostada now topped with "heated" lettuce. They are literally tossing in a store size bag of chips. That is wasteful and even those say in the bag. Heat up. Lol really? If I wanted a catering order this was not it. The only reason two stars was the staff. No one wears a mask here either. Waste of 16 including tip. I'd like my 14 back for the food. read more

Delicious food and great service! . Came from L.A. to see Dodgers play Dbacks and this was our last visit before departure. read more

Garcia's - Delicious food and great service! - Mexican Near Me - Phoenix, Arizona

Very good traditional Mexican restaurant. A lot of choices. Gave a lunch menu for smaller portions. Food is large portions on very hot plates... bring your appetite. Service was good and they have a lot of seating.. have been here a few times now and each time has been very good. read more

We ordered takeout from here on Mothers Day and we were super impressed by the food. We finally had a chance to visit the restaurant today and we were equally impressed. The BEST fajitas in town. Soft tortillas and juicy steak with a generous plate of sides. Delicious! Exceptional low-key service and quiet dining room. Only complaint? Make the salsa a bit spicier! read more

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It was a last minute decision for tacos and enchiladas. The tacos (shredded beef) were bland. But if you add the side of queso, yummy. We had the 3 item combo of chicken enchilada, 2 tacos. I Yelp because I am contributing to your dining selection and if you experience anything different share with me. The waitress was nice, the front of the house ladies were nice and we would come back just because they were nice. Well that's it. Be kind everyone. Life is too short. read more

Ashlee was the best server! She was super kind and attentive and filled our drinks without asking! We had a lovely meal and were pleasantly surprised on how inexpensive our bill was. Will definitely be coming again! read more

Hmmm... I'm conflicted and a bit perplexed by this one. First, let me admit that I bought a LivingSocial deal to this place and accidentally let it expire on Sept 3rd. Knowing this, I called the restaurant and spoke with Jerry the manager. After I told him the deal expired, he told me, "Don't worry about it, we will still take it." He was extremely pleasant on the phone and I presumed that he meant that the full deal would still be honored. On the same day that I called and spoke with Jerry the manager, I went over to Garcia's. After sitting down at my table, the server told me that she can only accept the "paid value" for the deal (which is the amount that I already paid) and that it will be deducted from my bill. I explained that this was not my understanding after talking to Jerry the manager, but she said that she, "just talked to Jerry about it." While I did not ask for Jerry (because sometimes I just don't feel like fighting), I am very displeased at the miscommunication that took place here. I am deducting four stars for this whole debacle. With all of that said, the pollo fundido was very good (even though my spellcheck keeps changing it to "pool funded")... and the house margarita helped to turn my frown upside down... but the crowning moment of this visit was the fried ice cream. Took me back to my childhood and all was good again. For Garcia's Mexican Restaurant, this means I added a star back. I'd go back because of the food and fried ice cream, but not the service. read more

Garcia's - Margarita Chicken Burrito, chips, salsa, and all the fixin's! - Mexican Near Me - Phoenix, Arizona

Our rice was cold along with fish. With got more interaction from the lady doing drinks than our young Server with the glasses.

Visited Garcia's for a colleagues bday, there were eight of us. The chili verde was tasty. The staff was nice, but they gave us a used cup with lipstick from someone else on the cup, gross! I've had Garcia's in the past and it is still mediocre, close to taco bell. read more