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I would like to give 2.5 stars. My husband and I went on a Sunday after church (12:30) they were not as busy as we expected. The service was just ok. Our waitress started out great, then once our food came we never saw her again. We tried to get other servers attention, but had no luck. Finally the hostess came by to ask if we needed anything. The atmosphere is nice and I like how the seating is arranged. The chips and salsa were the best part. It is good. I ordered from the Street tacos section. I ordered the taco Al Pastor, Taco de Asada, & Hard Shell chicken taco. The Al Pastor was not very good, the corn tortillas were very oily. The Taco de Asada was the best of the 3. It was grilled steak seasoned nicely. The Chicken tacos were full of shredded chicken, but there was no flavor. The prices are good and the portion sizes are good as well, but lacking flavor. Maybe if you are going for chips & salsa & a drink it would be a nice time, but the food is lacking. read more

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It's probable just me. The handful of times I have been there it is always busy. Because it is busy, over the years have ventured back to try it again. Service and ambiance are good, but the food just never compares to other choices we have. Has always baffled me why it consistently stays busy. I am not a drinker so maybe the Margaritas stand out. read more

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Me and my family stopped by when we where looking to try something new. It was great ! I ordered the Shrimp chimichanga and the veggies where cooked perfectly as well as the shrimp. Chips and salsa are served with the meal, they are good. The decor is wonderful, so much color !! Not much natural lighting but that can't be helped as the building is sandwich between two others. The staff was friendly and anytime a guest left they immediately started sanitizing and cleaning the area. Bathrooms where clean as well. My only issue was we were set wayy to close to other guests. It's a small places and there was an attempt to spread out people but we where right beside another full table. Lunch rushes are hard so I do not blame them. All in all this place was great , we will be visiting again ! read more

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Alex P.

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SCAMMER MANAGER: I've caught the manager (Carla) trying to scam me several times with the prices. She specifically will charge me different prices on different days for the same exact order. She is rude and acts like she is talking on the phone while this is going on. Then you get your receipt when you get charged more and it just shows the amount of money, not the food with the price next to it. Watch out for this. read more

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One of my favorite Mexican restaurants in Birmingham. The horchata is delicious and the street tacos are my favorite. They also have a really good margarita if that's you drink of choice. The atmosphere is not dry and boring, but festive and fun even though it's in a strip mall. read more

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The sign on the door says "No dogs inside," so I was sitting on the patio with my fur-baby, ordering and getting ready to eat. But a freak thunderstorm rolled in, and suddenly they were ushering us all inside, including my dog! they gave her water and were still helpful and cheerful as they helped us settle in for a heavy rain. It might've been happenstance, but it really showed what kind of people they are. I'll definitely come back! read more

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I have eaten there twice. It is not a traditional Tex- Mex restaurant. I think the food is cooked there from scratch and is much better than the competitors I liked the Chile Releano an they have tacos with meats like you see in Mexico. Not the local ground beef and shredded chicken I have never been there when it was crowded Go I hope you like it read more

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Coral E.

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Tried Hacienda Mexican Grill for the first time. Was greeted by a super nice staff and promptly seated. We really enjoyed their fresh chips and homemade salsa (the first test for any Mexican restaurant, right?). I tried the chicken enchilada dinner and it was delicious. The chicken filling was well seasoned and not chock full of onions and peppers like some restaurants. And the enchilada sauce was authentically mild and delicious. My mom tried the carne asada. While the skirt steak was deliciously seasoned, it was tough and a bit hard to chew. We would definitely go again! read more

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David C.

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Chips fresh and crisp but not under or over cooked. Salsa fresh and flavorful with nice pieces of onions and tomatoes and not puréed like most restaurants. I had Carne Asada -Charbroiled skirt steak smothered in grilled onions. Served with rice, beans, lettuce, tomato, sour cream, guacamole, and three tortillas - steak was cooked correctly but didn't have a lot of flavor. The onions on top were cooked perfectly. The beans had great flavor with right amount of cheese in top but like all places - way over spun into pure paste no bean pieces left. The rice was perfect - hot, with good flavor and nice and moist - not dried out. Guacamole had good flavor but wasn't cold enough - was room temperature/slightly warm. Might have been because it was in the side and could have set under heat lamp. Tortillas were fresh and hot and soft not hard and dry. My wife had strawberry margarita and said it was perfect- wasn't weak - she could taste the tequila and yet the strawberry at same time. She also had Taco Salad - Choice of beef or chicken taco salad topped with lettuce, sour cream, guacamole, tomato, and shredded cheese - She said the lettuce was fresh and not wilted and tortilla bowl was crispy but not over cooked or tasted greasy. The beef had good flavor and didn't appear to be oily or greasy which usually means better quality groubWe will definitely be back to try more on the menu. read more

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Virginia H.

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Tried Hacienda tonight for the first time and we were pleasantly surprised! Steak fajita had a LOT of veggies in it...we loved that even though some may not. Kids wolfed down the chicken quesadillas. Anything kids like is a plus to me!! Even the rice and beans were good. We will be back! read more

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Emory M.

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Nothing to really write about. Very forgettable. Average food- average atmosphere- average staff. 2.5 stars. read more

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I am a big Mexican food fan, so I am always looking for a good alternative to my favorites. Multiple people have recommended Hacienda to me, so I finally broke down and drove over to try it out. I arrived about 4:00 on a Saturday afternoon, was seated immediately. We were one of two groups eating. So it was a pretty quiet meal. Upon arrival we were greeted with a very large menu, anyone could find something they like. Next came the chips and salsa with a side of queso. The salsa was some of the best salsa I have had in Birmingham. Full of cilantro and white onion, tons of flavor and just the right amount of heat. The queso wasn't a let down either, very spicy. I definitely recommend it. For my entree I went with a combination dinner which included, two beef enchiladas and a chicken quesadilla. It was fine, nothing wrong with it but just wasn't anything special. If I do make it back i would try something more adventurous. All in all it was good, if I lived closer I would probably be picking up chips and salsa on the regular. If you do live in the area, try it out! read more

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Heather P.

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You will not find a friendlier place in town. My family comes here weekly, and the food is delicious, the service is fast, and the atmosphere is so fun. You can bring your dogs to sit on the patio. Live music is always good. I recommend the following: steak street taco, pico de gallo, skinny margaritas, and the table side guacamole are all delicious! I usually order everything a la carte, and they are so accommodating. read more

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Wow. We travel the US and this is one of our better Real Mexican food restaurants . Friendly and great hot food . Margaritas were good .

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Laronica C.

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Eh, it's ok. It wasn't awful, just ok. It's a basic Mexican restaurant, but it looks like they do some items better than other items. So probably a little inconsistent in quality. BUT, if you live on that side of town and you don't want to drive far, it definitely satisfies your chips and salsa craving. Chips are good, a little thicker than normal and salsa is chunky and tasty. The white cheese dip is the thin consistency, no peppers or any kind of spices. I got the beef enchiladas dinner, which came with two enchiladas, rice, refried beans and tomato, sour cream and lettuce. I'm not a fan of the beans and the rice was dry and flavorless. The beef had an ok taste, but it was also dry. I was with a larger group and most of them liked their meals. So I think it just depends on what you get. The steak quesadilla and the shrimp quesadilla both looked good and my friends said they were tasty. The chicken fingers are HUGE and actually looked pretty good. Overall, a decent spot, but nothing special or different than any other neighborhood Mexican restaurant. read more

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Kayla W.

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I called in an order to pick up. It was a shredded chicken quesadilla and an 8oz. cheese dip. Unfortunately, the quesadilla wasn't good. The chicken looked and tasted like canned shredded chicken. I'm 98% sure it was. It was made with a small, taco size tortilla. A Taco Bell chicken quesadilla taste better than this and is made with a large tortilla. The queso was good, but over priced at $6.99. My meal, pictured below, was almost $15. read more

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Diana M.

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I am really, really surprised by the reviews Hacienda Mexican grill. Either I'm crazy, everybody else is crazy, or my husband and I just got really, really lucky on the night we went? We got the groupon and I, too, expected it to be not-so-great. usually when places do groupons it's because they're new--Hacienda is not-- or seriously struggling to get business. With a discount groupon was running, we pay $19.50 for queso, 2 entrees, and 2 margaritas before tip - AMAZING. I really didn't expect the food to be awesome, but it's hard to do really BAD fajitas. It was quiet when we went (around 5:00 on a Saturday) and the server was fast and efficient. My husband really liked his entree (chicken quesadilla dinner) and I got the chicken fajitas. The tortillas were good, the fajitas were good and all the fixings it came with were great. Honestly y'all, the salsa blew me away. It was some of the best salsa I've had from any tex-mex restaurant. Really good cilantro and onions in it and I loved it. The blended margaritas were super yummy (I like 'em sweet) but they weren't lightweight either -- I definitely felt tipsy when I stood up to leave! The place is tex-mex, so I don't expect superb autentico mexicano food, although I did find it interesting they served "taco-truck style tacos". But really, I would come here again. Since I've only visited once, perhaps they will fail in consistently delivering, but that one night it was delicious. I'd drive from Alabaster just to go here, even without the groupon. It was better tex-mex and salsa than I've gotten from Habaneros (for SURE), Iguana grill, Cozumel, Del Toro, and Rosie's cantina in Huntsville. read more

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Thanks for taking the time to give us a shoutout, Diana! We really…

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Katie T.

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My friend and I tried Hacienda because I found a killer deal on a Groupon and Mexican is my favorite type of food... Hacienda was nothing unique, but I loved everything I tried and my friend and I had a blast. The decor was colorful and there were multiple rooms for seating. The waiter was very informative and didn't mind running to the kitchen for more info when he didn't know the answer. I got the shrimp fajitas and they were on point. The queso was great, and I loved my strawberry daiquiri. I will definitely return to Hacienda! read more

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Diana M.

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Very cool Mexican atmosphere, food pretty good, service so so great, big screens not my thing, avg price, outstanding homemade hot sauce.

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Melody H.

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I won't lie, this place scared me a bit. It was in a strip mall and there weren't many people there on a Saturday evening around 5-5:30. However, we decided to go on in and give it a try. The service was fast, as is typical in Mexican restaurants. The food was actually quite good. The salsa was pretty tasty and the chips didn't seem stale. The chimichanga that I had was also quite good. The chicken was flavorful as was the rice (if a bit dry). The price was very good, the food was good and the service was great. I'll definitely head back over there if I'm in the area. Don't be afraid if you drive by there, go in and try it out! read more

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We're glad you stopped by, Melody! It's great to hear you were…

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Gordon K.

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An okay Tex-Mex restaurant is my description of Hacienda. The chips and salsa as well as the main dishes are good. The technique here, as with many Tex-Mex restaurants, is to rely on fat and salt for the flavor rather than really fresh extremely well prepared courses that a place like El Barrio does. That said, this is a pretty good place to eat and the sales tax is only 5% which always appeals to me. Service is very good, decor is mediocre Mexican style. It has just a tad of a run-down look. read more

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Michael N.

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One problem we have in Birmingham is the proliferation of Mexican Resurants. Hacienda fails to separate itself from the pack in any way. They have the standard boring menu of "Mexican" dishes. I tried the soft taco, guac salad, and some fried meat roll thing. All editable but nothing great about them We had a large group so a pitcher of their house margaritas were ordered. They were by far the most watered down margaritas I've ever had. If you're in a hurry and just want cheap simple Mexican food this just like any other pop up Mexican store it town if fine. If, however, you want flavorful authentic Mexican food do not go here. read more

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I love this place. It's like a local neighborhood hangout. Food is good. The staff is friendly. I like to get the shrimp quesadilla. It's filled with green peppers, onions and tasty grilled shrimp and has a yummy queso over it. I love supporting this place . read more

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Kelly M.

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Delicious! Table side guacamole is perfection. Street tacos were delicious. Just like the ones from a taco truck. I got the steak and shrimp street tacos. Both were good but steak was the best. read more

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Mike S.

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Great place. Food B+ Service A This is a great Mexican restaurant with a nice selection from which to choose. The food is equally very good. The service is very good without being over the top and annoying One thing that does bother me about Hacienda. I get the feeling they want you to come in, eat and get the heck out. No spending a couple of hours there and relax. We visit there often. read more

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Hacienda is my favorite Mexican restaurant in Birmingham! There's always a table available-no waiting! I love the fresh, warm chips. The salsa is always spot-on. The flavor is consistent-you'll never be wondering if it will taste different each time you go in. The grilled chicken quesadilla is excellent! The waiters have been there a long time-knowledgeable and friendly. If you are disappointed, I'll be surprised! read more

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Brittney C.

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This place has great portions for the price, and excellent guacamole. I got chicken tacos and they were delicious. I can't wait to visit again. read more

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Loved this place! Yes, it's in a strip mall...but it was such great food and great service and great margaritas! I'll be honest...I wasn't expecting much. But everything I had (and everything the rest of my family had) was wonderful! First...the margaritas were fresh and didn't taste like a nasty mix--there was actually lime juice pulp in there--yay! The queso dip was really yummy (I think between the 5 of us we had 2 or 3!). I had a carne asada quesadilla...someone else in my group had fajitas...and really everything was really yummy. Next time I'm in Bham I will definitely go back! read more

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Mike M.

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Not bad but nothing special at all. Hostess talked on her cell phone to her friend literally the whole time we were there. I told her "Thanks for making us feel so welcome here" and she stared at me while continuing to talk on her iphone. Service was a 1 star. The water they serve is right out of the tap and tastes like crap to me. The cheese chilli relleno was good. ok pinto beans. Good fresh tasting chips and salsa. Won't go back. read more

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All I had were margaritas, guacamole and bean dip. Margaritas: Delish! Only $2.50 for happy hour, which starts at 2pm! Generous size and not too sweet or too sour - they use a higher quality mix. The could stand to get actual margarita salt, but for $2.50, not about to complain. Guac: Very good! I'm visiting from southern california and I always use guac quality as my benchmark. Very creamy and fresh with detectable onion and cilantro - authentic. Bean dip - Okay, this wasn't very authentic. It's enough to share between 3 or 4 people and is basically the house refried beans covered in creamy melted white cheese. Tasty! Service in early afternoon was attentive. Judging by the menu offerings, this is one of the more authentic Mexican places around. Items like whole fried fish and steak prepared south of the border style are things you don't find at the average mexican joint. Location is not great but it makes for convenient neighborhood dining without the fuss of a busier center. Remember, you only get two free baskets of chips per table! read more

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Trudy J.

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Had the WORST meal and service ever! Chicken in the chimichanga was canned-entire thing was probably frozen. The tortilla was doughy and not crisp at all. The made at your table guacamole was lacking as was the frozen margarita. Had to ask for menus, silverware, drink refills, and bill. NEVER will I ever go near this place! read more

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Summer O.

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Our family really enjoys Hacienda and goes on a regular basis. The atmosphere is not great, but the service is wonderful and the food is great! We love the salsa! read more

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4500 Valleydale Rd
Ste 1400
Birmingham, AL 35242
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(205) 980-7771
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Hours

What time does Hacienda Mexican Grill open?

Hacienda Mexican Grill opens at 11:00 AM on Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday, Saturday and Sunday.

What time does Hacienda Mexican Grill close?

Hacienda Mexican Grill closes at 9:00 PM on Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday and Saturday.Hacienda Mexican Grill closes at 8:00 PM on Sunday.

Mon-Sat 11:00 AM - 9:00 PMSun 11:00 AM - 8:00 PM

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Does Hacienda Mexican Grill take credit cards?

Yes, Hacienda Mexican Grill takes credit cards.

Food & Alcohol

Does Hacienda Mexican Grill have a drive thru?

No, Hacienda Mexican Grill does not have a drive thru.

Does Hacienda Mexican Grill have a happy hour?

Yes, Hacienda Mexican Grill has a happy hour.

Does Hacienda Mexican Grill serve alcohol?

Yes, Hacienda Mexican Grill serves alcohol. Full Bar

Indoor Amenities

Does Hacienda Mexican Grill allow dogs?

Yes, Hacienda Mexican Grill allows dogs.

Does Hacienda Mexican Grill have TVs?

Yes, Hacienda Mexican Grill has TVs.

Outdoor Amenities

Does Hacienda Mexican Grill have bike parking?

No, Hacienda Mexican Grill does not have bike parking.

Does Hacienda Mexican Grill have outdoor seating?

Yes, Hacienda Mexican Grill has outdoor seating options.

Does Hacienda Mexican Grill have parking?

Yes, Hacienda Mexican Grill has parking options. Private Lot Parking

Other Amenities

Is Hacienda Mexican Grill wheelchair accessible?

Yes, Hacienda Mexican Grill is wheelchair accessible.

Does Hacienda Mexican Grill have free WiFi?

Yes, Hacienda Mexican Grill has free WiFi.

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Visit Hacienda Mexican Grill for a taste of authentic, Mexican cuisine. Enjoy! In addition to our street-style tacos, we also serve enchiladas, tamales, and burritos. Try the customer favorite: tacos al pastor. For quality food and outstanding service, visit Hacienda Mexican Grill. Welcome! Let us cater your next fiesta!

History

Established in 2001.

Serving the Birmingham area since 2001, we now proudly offer two locations to better serve the community. We look forward to adding you to our long history of satisfied customers.

Meet the Business Owner: Armando M.

The entire staff at Hacienda Mexican Grill is dedicated to your satisfaction. Thank you for letting us serve you.

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We heard lots of good things about El Barrio and since we were in the downtown area, we decided to…read morecheck it out ourselves... So glad we did! Being downtown, parking is not always the greatest, but it was a lovely evening for walking less than a block to the restaurant. It was a Saturday evening so there was a little wait, but we were able to sit outside and have a drink while we waited. Once inside, the place was dimly lit, really loud with music and very clean. And for having unisex bathrooms, those were surprisingly clean as well. Our waitress was great, I wish I could remember her name... but I do know she was from Cali. We ordered a couple of strawberry margaritas, which were just your basic drink, but still refreshing. Started off with a basket of chips, salsa and fundido. This is considered an appetizer, so no freebies here. The chips were fresh and warm, the salsa had a nice flavor and the fundido was ok according to the kiddo. We had the grilled shrimp tacos with rice and beans. You had to assemble your own tacos tonight, and order rice and beans separately as the taco plate had no sides, but all delicious.... Beans had a nice kick, the shrimp tacos were missing something in my opinion, but not sure what. We also had the best shrimp quesadilla we ever tried. It has overly stuffed and cheesy with wonderful lime cream sauce to go with it. This entree was a huge hit all around and it did come with a side, so no extra charges. To finish off dinner, we all shared the strawberry tres leches and OMG... Absolutely the best we have had in a while. Too bad it's seasonal. Over all, great experience and would definitely g

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4.3(192 reviews)

7.4 mi

Maya is a regular part of my lunch rotation…read more Always great experience and I have liked every dish I have tried. Pretty typical Americanized Mexican restaurant but it is worth a visit if you are in the area and need to get your Mexican fix for Taco Tuesday.

I ate here today it was amazing ! Has the number one special…read morewhich was fantastic. Food and staff was awesome

Yelp loves this place huh #10

El pastor tacos on corn tortillas

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Frida's Cocina & Cantina

4.2(66 reviews)

8.0 mi

This was my first time consuming the well respected establishment of Frida's Cocina and Cantina…read more Usually my scores on Mexican food and Tex Mex cuisine can be viewed as quite critical amongst my peers because I spent many years in Houston, TX where Mexican is king. I ordered the Steak Fajita Burrito, which included a special gravy and cheese on top of an excellent fajita paired with tasty rice and refried beans. Words are not sufficient enough to describe how my tastebuds were taken on a rollercoaster ride of flavor. My peer ordered the Hawaiian Fajita which was cooked and served and a real pine apple. I was told that the flavor over delivered. I could not recommend this enough.

It was a nice day and I decided I wanted a patio and some margaritas. I have yet to try Fridas so I…read moregave it a try. I love the sunken patio which is perfect for relaxing in the shade. When we got seated outside by the friendly staff, we were given menus and free chips and salsa. As I nibbled on the chips and salsa which were just okay I browsed the drink menu. There's a full bar here and plenty of options. Over the course of the afternoon I tried the Frida's Rita and the wonderful rabbit. Both drinks weren't in your face with the tequila mezcal, they were mixed nicely and had a well rounded flavor. I much preferred the Woderful rabbit though as it tasted less watered down and the ginger beer paired with the mezcal was almost quenching. Overall if you're looking for a relaxing spot to enjoy Mexican cocktails this is a good spot! We did feel rushed to get out of there, and maybe it was because we weren't ordering food. Overall good experience however.

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University Tacos

4.4(111 reviews)

9.0 mi

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What a hidden gem. I had to be at the Jefferson Co courthouse for jury duty and found this place…read moreon a walk down the street to find some lunch. I had carnitas street tacos, salsa and chips with a side of pintos and a very cold Topo Chico. Everything was amazing and flavored so well and very authentic. It made me think back on my days living in El Paso. I will definitely return for more tacos!

This quesadilla was so fulfilling and yummy! Made a visit while at UAB hospital and so glad I did…read more I've passed by a million time but never had it. That will definitely change now. Parking maybe a little challenge but worth it. The restaurant was very quiet and my service was great. It was fresh and cooked to order.

Black bean burrito

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Rojo

4.1(436 reviews)

8.7 mi

We visited Rojo yesterday for the first time in what seems like ages! It's still funky, eclectic…read moreRojo and makes me think of Nana Funk's and The Nick merged and became a small restaurant it would have the Rojo vibe. Jake and the staff were beyond friendly and kind! The patio was a popular spot with hard walls and heavy duty plastic windows, ample seating despite it being a rare 70 degree Alabama December day. Parking is a slight challenge as it has always been, however there was plenty of street parking out front and around the corner. The restaurant was clean, with a few water spills, and the rest rooms (several are unisex) were clean! We had a party of five adults and two children and helped ourselves to push 4-tops together to make room for everyone. It's order at the back counter to the right of the bar. Pay in advance with a three percent (I think) discount if you use cash. You get a number and they bring your dishes to you. I opted for brunch scrambled eggs platter, best friend had their chicken tortilla soup, we shared guac and chips, hubs had an enchalada, daughter had a tofu/meat substitute quesadilla plate since she is a vegetarian, her hubs got a delicious looking meat sandwich plate and their beautiful children enjoyed chicken fingers and fries from the children's menu. The music was fun and relaxing (think early Stevie Nick's) and at a volume that was just right for conversation. We appreciated the kind staff, great dishes, and eclectic relaxing environment for our post Christmas get together. Reservations were not required. Thanks Rojo for delivering since 2002!

We arrived 8:30pm on a Wednesday and it was hard to find street parking. Everything right outside…read morewas full. There was some open spots at the end of the street. There are lots of outdoor seating, but we chose to sit inside because of the heat and it was quieter inside. We ordered at the counter. The menu is huge! Lots of options because it's double sided with a Latin side and American side. We opted for the Burrito bowl (no cheese to modify for vegan / plant-based diet), Summer Burrito, and Pepper Quesadilla. They were all delicious and flavorful. The employee who took our order was super friendly. There is a cash discount (vs paying with credit card).

Restroom, unisex.

Stepdaughter's husband's sandwich

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Restroom, unisex.

Adios

4.6(49 reviews)

9.8 mi

Adios is a fun time! Specialty cocktails, particularly tequila based, although they have all kinds…read moreof liquor. When they're busy, weekends, there's usually a bouncer at the door to check IDs and guide you in to either a table or open spot at the bar. The service here is very efficient, not like other bars where you could stand and wait and they wouldn't know you needed something. We were here on a Saturday, and they had a DJ spinning the latin tunes. I totally would recommend here for a date on a weeknight. The booths are really nice and its a fancy, intimate vibe.

What a vibe! I've been twice now, tbe first time I had a delicious cocktail and the second I went…read morewith a mocktail. The cocktail list is divine and you really can't go wrong. The one thing I want to focus on was the delicious mocktail! It's very difficult to find a non-alcoholic bev, let alone a margarita, that really hits the spot. Adios did a great job at crafting their take on an NA marg. They had also had some other options that I look forward to trying.

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Hibiscus Mule Mocktail

Little Donkey - Homewood

3.8(677 reviews)

7.4 mi

First time at this location. The food and service were good. Spacious dining area and nice bar…read morearea. The habanero salsa is a perfect 10! I'll be back.

Amazing location! Great parking! Very clean and newly renovated!…read more Best salsa I've ever had. Very fresh and chunky! I got the medium and verde and they were both great! Salsa Verde a little spicy! That smoked chicken, to DIE FOR! Something about the flavor just feels like that chicken melts in your mouth! Best burrito I've ever had. For $13 and you get chips and salsa! Honestly can't get better than that considering the location and how upscale the restaurant is. Very reasonably priced food items! Service was great! Very kind and frequently came to check on us! Food was served quickly and I had no complaints! 10/10!