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Jalapeno Heaven

3.7 (202 reviews)
ModerateMexican
Open 11:30 am - 9:00 pm

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Moderate noise
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Outdoor seating
Happy hour specials

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"Kids Chicken Tenders" with smiley fries
Matthew L.

Jalapeño Heaven is an authentic Mexican restaurant and lounge that opened in Branford, Connecticut in May 1992. It was founded by husband and wife Hector & Gail Flores. Hector was born in Zacatecas, Mexico and immigrated to the United States when he was 18. Gail was born and raised in Branford but relocated to Florida as an adult. The couple met when Gail was managing a restaurant in Fort Lauderdale. They soon married and relocated to Branford in 1985. They had dreams and aspirations of raising a family and opening their own restaurant. Their daughter Nicole was born in 1987 and the restaurant opened five years later. The menu features several authentic Mexican dishes including tacos, burritos, enchiladas, chimichangas, poblanos, asides, fajitas, and more. Jalapeńo Heaven is also well-known for their extensive selection of margaritas. My family and I recently had dinner at Jalapeño Heaven for Cinco de Mayo. This was my family's first visit, while I've been there numerous times. I think they are one of the best, most authentic Mexican restaurants in New Haven County. When you're there, you almost feel like you're at an awesome Mexican food party at someone's house. We started off with some of Jalapeño Heaven's signature margaritas. I had the "Ultimate Margarita" (Sauza Hornitos Plaza, Cointreau, lime juice, sour mix, topped with Grand Marnier) while my wife has a "Mango Margarita" (house margarita with mango puree). Our server also brought some complimentary tortilla chips with salsa to the table; they have some of the best chips around! For our entrees, I had the "Taco Salad" (crispy flour tortilla shell filled with lettuce, tomatoes, cheese, olives, topped with sour cream and guacamole) with ground beef, my wife had the "Ala Street Taco Trio" (soft flour tortillas, one filled w/ ground beef, one w/ spicy shredded pork & one w/ shredded chicken, topped w/ lettuce, tomatoes and cheeses) with Spanish rice and black beans, our older son had a "Kids Grilled Shrimp Quesadilla" with smiley fries, and our younger son had the "Kids Chicken Tenders" with smiley fries. Everything was so flavorful and delicious! We finished off the meal with some complimentary churros. We plan on coming back to Jalapeño Heaven again and again!

This is perhaps the best. Nacho chip platter in the state of Connecticut hands down in my opinion
Allen T.

I'm reviewing on jalapeno heavens nacho plate with beef and all the trimmings. I've been going here with four friends for about 15 years is still the best. Nachos in the area

Taco, fried beans and rice. Bland, no flavor.

Food was bland with no flavor and drinks were not good. Sangria had a cherry and piece of lime on a toothpick, laying across the top of the glass. Sangria is supposed to have lots of different fruits IN the drink. The building and decor were old and tired looking and the tables were on top of each other. Prices were outrageous. First and last time we will go here. Should be renamed Jalapeno Hell.

Ground Beef Enchiladas

I was looking for a nice place to eat before I started my new years diet. I stumbled upon Jalapeño heaven going down Main Street Branford and I had to make a stop. The service alone deserves a 5 star. The staff here is very friendly and accommodating. Very quick and attentive which is exactly what I like in a restaurant. When I arrived the restaurant wasn't very filled however many people quickly filled in. Overall great ambiance once more customers arrived. My food was great and the portion sizes were generous. I will definitely be coming back here!

Chimichanga
Ola K.

Very cute place. It's not huge inside but it wasn't terribly busy so the wait wasn't long. The staff was so pleasant and attentive but not overbearing. The food was delightful. My boyfriend got the chimichanga which was really well done and huge that he still had leftovers. I got steak which was so good I couldn't stop eating it. It came with mexican potato pancakes which were quite yummy. The beans and rice was also really you'd and will seasoned. The cocktails were good too. There is plenty of off street parking here too. All in all a good place and I recommend it.

Golden Margarita straight up. ‍

The absolute best! I have been coming here for over 20 years and they have always been so, so welcoming, the food is outstanding and generous, the owners are such kind people and the drinks are fabulous! And the interior is cozy, colorful and just plain festive. I always gobble up my food and forget to take pictures of it but here is a snap of their amazing golden margarita . straight up. Don't forget there is an upstairs, where you can find more tables and the bar. Thank you for being a jewel in an area that needs more places that are so consistent and hospitable. Hospitality is rate these days...

Chimichanga with pork.  Pork was very good!

Great little M&P place on Rte 1 in Branford. Everything was fresh and delicious. Very nice folks, too.

Beef burrito lite portion
Sherry R.

Food was authentic Mexican. Quaint little place in Branford. I got the lite potion beef burrito and it was more than enough! I don't like anything very spicy and this was perfect! The salsa and chips were great too! Service was excellent!

Tacos
Gus S.

This place has few good food for a very good price. The restaurant is very low key and casual. The service is impeccable. The margaritas are delicious, especially the mango. The steak and ground beef tacos are so flavorful. The portions are huge, even the lite portions. Highly recommend this place.

Chicken Quesadilla
Olivia J.

Been coming to jalapeño heaven since I was little. I've always really liked it. Last time I went, it wasn't AS good, but still was really good. I recommend!

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Too pricy and the food is always loaded with way too much cheese and not enough meat and the rice tastes like it comes from the box .

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The food had no flavor, the fish tacos seemed liked they been sitting out, the margaritas tasted like straight up sour mix.

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Food is mid and tasteless . Server there was a language barrier couldn't get anything I said correct. Inside is super small. Won't be back

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A small place in branford off the main road. Absolute best Mexican food in Ct hands down. The waitstaff is also amazing

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Very tasty food, seafood chowder was delicious, good service! Nice atmosphere. Will be back again and again!

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The best Mexican food in Branford CT! Get the poppers , salad bowl sampler, and the Chimichanga!

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