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    Garcia's

    3.2 (223 reviews)
    ModerateMexican
    Closed 11:00 am - 9:00 pm
    Updated over 3 months ago

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    GARCIA'S ATMOSPHERE

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    Casual
    Moderate noise
    Good for kids
    Good for groups

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    Dawn N.

    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

    Fajitas
    Marti P.

    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+

    Chicken enchiladas!!
    Beth S.

    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:

    Tamales I ordered for Christmas! They are excellent!
    Amelie R.

    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!

    Steak Street
    Stephanie K.

    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.

    Chile Rellenos
    Sue S.

    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?

    Combination steak chicken and shrimp fajitas
    Shelbie P.

    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!

    When you can't decide which beans to order and end up getting all 3.
    Taric W.

    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?

    RED CHILI BURRITO W/ BEANS & RICE  CHICKEN ENCHILADAS W/ BEANS & RICE

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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

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    11 months ago

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

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

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

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