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Jalisco's Restaurant and Bar

3.2 (352 reviews)
ModerateMexican, Tex-Mex
Open • 9:00 am - 9:30 pm
Updated over 3 months ago

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Moderate noise
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Good for kids

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Enchiladas Trio
Amber A.

Wonderful lunch and attentive service at lunch time. My waitress kept my salsa and Agua Fresca full without asking. The trio is a great sampling of their sauces. The mole is rich with tender chicken. My first time back in years, happy to report the food is great and the service as attentive as always.

Parrillada Azteca (for two) to-go to enjoy at home. I ordered without the pork/chorizo and added shrimp.
Chris W.

Love the beef fajita quesadillas! I've only gotten takeouts here from the drive through. Never dined in. The people at the window are always very nice. I would call ahead on your way to pick up because it could take them a bit to prep the food. The take out outsets can be a hit and miss, but I always enjoy the food regardless. My go to dishes: beef fajitas quesadillas, beef fajitas entree for two, barbacoa tacos, and guacamole. Inside is casual.

the food was amazing!! This was our first time coming here and we will be back again! The service didn't disappoint and the food came out fast & our server was very attentive. The ura here is so chill and laid back.

Beef Fajita - Lunch Plate
Ana D.

Lunch specials are the bomb! My family comes here regularly and is greeted by name when they visit. This is the first time in years that I've returned to the restaurant with my family. Quite honestly it's a hidden gem. The restaurant was fairly busy on arrival today but it was only a ten minute wait. Being that my family is so regular the host was super apologetic and did everything in her power to get us sat. Shout out to the host who's name I don't have because my father is terrible with names. There is a lunch special that ends at 3pm and the portions are HUGE. The beef fajita plate is a 9/10. So good. The fajita is so tender and tasty. Just an FYI - my father believes it's even tastier when it's ordered in the quesadilla. My brother always goes for the green enchiladas and adds an extra enchilada because it's just that good. My mother ordered the Vallarta special - chicken tostada paired with a green enchilada. Each plate that was ordered was super filling and tasty. While the restaurant was busy the service was quick and pleasant. The restaurant doesn't play any music but is nicely decorated. The outdoor patio is "instagram-able" but unfortunately it was cold and rainy today so didn't want to photograph it. Worth a visit!

My mom enjoyed her breakfast. I left that plate clean.  Huevos rancheros plate
Aj F.

Service was fast and friendly! We were treated like family. Jose is the best. Open seating and didn't feel crammed up. The breakfast plate I ordered was 10/10.

BEC left CEC right...fresh salsa was great!
John M.

This was an on the fly pick using the Yelp app and it was a solid find for breakfast tacos. Even better they have a drive thru. 2 BEC and 2 CEC and they were very good! Extra star for using a whole piece of quality bacon. Chorizo tasted great and not overly greasy. Tortillas were fresh (don't think they are made in house) and the salsa was fantastic!

Jefe burrito (half)
Jamie P.

My husband and I always enjoy our visits here! We often sit at the bar and the bartenders have always been genuinely nice and attentive. We split the Jefe burrito because it's huge and full of meaty, cheesy goodness. Their chips and salsa and margaritas are also pretty good. The service has been consistent and the food comes out quickly. They have a decent happy hour too!

El Patron

I love coming here, the food is top notch, very fresh. It use to be very affordable, but their new menu their prices have gone up and it's very $$$ now. I get inflation and things going up, but they have raised the prices so much compared to before. Chips and salsa are fresh and delicious, definitely a favorite and must enjoy. Margaritas aren't as tasty and not very strong for the price so thumbs down. They have also started using smaller glasses compared to before, so you get less and still pay the premium price. Service is great, they are super nice, fast and attentive. The locations is perfect, the ambiance is very pleasant and makes for a nice evening out. The food, prices went up but the food quality has also. Their food is delicious and well worth the visit! If you want traditional Mexican food in Austin; this is one of the places to come! Even though their prices are bit higher than normal I'm still giving them 5 stars.

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Great food, great prices, and fantastic service from Helen and the team. The atmosphere was cozy and inviting

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I ordered the large tortilla soup and sopapillas. Both were great! I didn't need to add any seasoning to the soup unlike other places.

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Amazing food, great service! My server was really attentive and recommended really good meals

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Miche smackeddd, menudo ewww. Had no flavor but overall waitress was great. Would go back just not get a menudo

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4.4(6.4k reviews)
5.4 mi•Downtown
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Don't sleep on Moonshine Grill! We've been here a number of times and recently returned for dinner…read moreafter an event at the Fairmont Hotel. We somehow snagged nearby street parking and a table for two with no wait despite it being a busy Saturday evening after a UT football game. Make a reservation if you have a large party or are on a tighter schedule. It's a bit loud for those seated in the lobby/entrance area, but totes a vibe. For food, we ordered the blackened catfish, brisket burnt ends quesadillas, and harvest bowl to share. Everything was delicious and served quickly, even with the aforementioned dinner rush. 10/10 would order the same items again. I was so appreciative of the server splitting the entree over two plates without us asking. Did I mention the complimentary popcorn and cornbread? Twas a FEAST. I'm already thinking about the next time we're going back! If not for Moonshine, definitely for the speakeasy downstairs.

We were in Austin for a conference so I did some research and stumbled upon Moonshine Grill. I made…read morea reservation a week in advance. We arrived and in a few minutes we were seated at a table and immediately given water in mason jars and asked for our drink order. I opted just got an Arnold Palmer but the drink menu had some cute cocktails and mocktails, as well as a nice selection of beer and wine. Instead of bread, our server brought us a basket of seasoned popcorn. The popcorn had almost like a Cajun flair, but it wasn't spicy. It reminded me of the Ground Round chain from when I was a little girl. We decided to try the corndog shrimp appetizer. I couldn't decide on an entree because everything looked so good, so I did the Parmesan chicken and my coworker did the steak salad. The shrimp arrived so quickly with four large pieces of shrimp on a stick wrapped in corn dog batter and fried to a golden brown, with a blueberry mustard dipping sauce. The shrimp were delicious and while I didn't get much of the blueberry in the mustard, I enjoyed the sweetness it provided. My Parmesan chicken was a crispy and juicy breaded chicken cutlet with a lemon cream, artichoke hearts, and what appeared to be prosciutto on top. It was served with a side of pesto couscous with grape tomatoes and cucumbers. I wish I had ordered mashed potatoes on the side, because I wanted something to soak up the lemon cream sauce, which was the highlight of the chicken. We also were served 3 mini cornbread muffins with honey butter. My coworker said the salad was just okay, and was a little on the small side. The desserts were definitely a MUST and if you visit Moonshine and don't save room for the Espresso Brownie or the Peanut Butter Pie, you're going to regret it. The brownie was so fudgey and warm and served with ice cream. It was decadent. The peanut butter pie was the biggest slab of PB pie I've ever had with a thick Oreo crust. I wish I had someone with me to share it, it was huge. Overall, if I lived in the area I would definitely be back to try other things.

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Mama Betty’s

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Dined in for lunch party of 3. Avery was our fabulous server. We were welcomed and she was very…read moreknowledgeable. We had Kristen tacos entree and the quesadilla entree. Everything was so delicious! A+++ What great ambience and fun restaurant.

I grew up in the Rio Grande Valley where Tex-Mex has no equal. I'd heard this place was good and…read morefinally made a trip out of my way to try it. I should've reacted to my first impulse when I walked in. Leave! Now! The booming, loud and annoying music was almost unbearable. I stayed and ordered the #3 lunch combination. The chips were good, but I much prefer a thinner white corn chip. The red salsa was very good; the creamy stuff was bland. The rice and beans were above average. The guacamole was a mess. It was bland, and the whole tostada--with guacamole, lettuce and chopped tomatoes--was slathered in something sweet and weird. I just pushed it aside. Excellent crispy taco shell, but the carne molida was dry, overcooked and disappointing. The cheese enchilada was awful. Wrong cheese. I prefer (correct) American, not cheddar. But it was good quality cheddar and not that stringy, bubble gum consistency stuff I run into occasionally. There was only a trace of what I assumed was supposed to be the chili con carne gravy (per the menu) so I requested more gravy which was thin, bland and somewhat tomato tasting, not chili con carne sauce. I ate the rice, beans, taco and a couple bites of enchilada--and left hungry. The service was outstanding.

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El Alma

4.1(1.4k reviews)
4.8 mi•Bouldin Creek, 78704 (South Austin)
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This place is a staple in Austin. It's really cute and it's pretty authentic to me. The staff there…read moreis so nice and very attentive. They have a cute indoor seating area along with a rooftop patio, which is really cute especially when the weather gets great. I got a corn poblano soup and I have to say that was delicious. I got the small cup and next time I go back I will definitely get the whole bowl cause that was amazing. I did go during brunch hours so I got two tacos. One of them was the Migos taco, which was delicious. I love that the tortilla chips and they were nice and crunchy still and not soggy. I also got a taco called the Cherrywood, which had bacon cheese, egg, potato, and avocado, and it was delicious. I love that their tortillas are homemade and they're not the cheap American puffy ones. They also give you complementary chips and salsa and both salsa were delicious. I literally combine both of them in my tacos. They do have some great drinks. One of them is the Highlander margarita which is really nice and smooth and they use patron silver. They also had another margarita that I saw a lot of people ordering and it was an avocado one, and everybody kept raving about it. They definitely have a good mix of cocktails and then anything in general that you would want.

I've been coming to El Alma for nearly 5 years now (according to my first review, I first came here…read morein November of 2026). During that time, it has easily become one of my favorite restaurants in all of Austin. I absolutely love the food and the rooftop patio that overlooks downtown/the park, and it will forever be somewhere I continue to go, especially during happy hour. I have tried every vegetarian item on their menu, and while everything is great, my personal favorites are: - cheese enchiladas with mole verde (I get this 99% of the time because they are my favorite enchilada in town) - the chile rellano (it's listed in the sides, but I promise you that it can be a meal in itself) - their rice (comes with many of their plates or inside of their enchiladas) is actually soooooo good and one of the things I look forward to - queso (nothing different about it, but it's just a really good standard queso) - flaquita (spicy watermelon margarita; I don't need to say more) - sangria blanca (super refreshing) Up until a few months ago, I would have given this place five stars, but I've noticed a decline in service that is making me knock it down to a four. For example, they used to give free chips and salsa the second you sat down, but the last three times, I've had to ask them for it (pro tip: ask for chips and salsa!!). I've also noticed slower and less attentive service. Overall, I still love El Alma, and when it comes to food and vibes, it has withstood the test of time. Everyone I introduce to El Alma falls in love (my sister visits me once a year, and El Alma is always on the agenda). Not only have I been coming here multiple times a year for the past five years, but I know I will be coming for as long as they are around.

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4.5(1.1k reviews)
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Once again... THE BEST MEXICAN FOOD IN AUSTIN…read more If your a fan of trying new things... you've got to try the Las Calabasas as your "side". If you love garlic.. you'll love this side! We tried Esme's creamy potato enchiladas and DANG they were good. The basmati white rice was cooked and flavored to perfection. Maybe a sour cream verde sauce on Esme's would be good, too! My friend got Brian's Alambra plate which was the winner. I've never tasted so much savory delicious flavor in one bite. I couldn't even speak. WELL DONE BRIAN!!! Derrick at the bar took very good care of us. I have never said this: I will try every single item on the menu in the next 10 years. This place should be on Diners Drive Ins and Dives. It deserves more recognition. Texas has lots of great Mexican food, but this place is hands down the best. Please El Dorado make sure it doesn't go to your head. Hire good people and don't let your recipes fall into the wrong hands. Can't wait for next time!

So phenomenal. Highlights for me:…read more (1) Massive animal adoption focus. So many print outs for adoptable dogs and cats in the Austin area, especially pit bulls. Hurray! (2) Incredible queso. This is the thinner white queso variety. (3) Delicious salsas. We did the 6 salsa sampler and all here so good. (4) Great house chips. Substantial but also very light and crispy. Perfect for dipping but never feel heavy. (5) Amazing carnitas. Here from California where we have great carnitas and these topped them all. So extremely crispy but still tender. Staff is also very friendly. So glad we stopped in here for lunch.

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La Piscina - Pineapple sorbet that's so delicious y'all want another

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4.3(259 reviews)
5.3 mi•Warehouse District, Downtown
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I just found my new favorite restaurant in Austin! These were the best steak and chicken fajitas…read moreI've ever had in my whole life. Fajitas are a go to for me so this is the ultimate compliment I can pay. The pineapple sorbet, chocolate flan, and churro desserts were off the charts. The chips, oh my God, the chips. I've never had fresh chips made like this before, and the guacamole was unlike any I've ever had, just phenomenal. The server was just adorable and the design of the restaurant was impeccable. I just can't state enough how much I love this place! It's a little pricier, but worth every penny. Great for business meals or dates, or celebration meals- I would say business casual or nicer would be dress. There is valet parking available and it's inside the Austin Proper Hotel. Verdict:: FAN-FREAKING-TASTIC !!!!!

I've been here a few times now, and every visit has been a great experience. Friday was no…read moredifferent! Our server, Brandie, was absolutely amazing. She was attentive from start to finish, asked about food allergies right away, and made sure everything went perfectly for our special occasion. She checked on us at all the right times without ever making us feel rushed, and her recommendations were spot on. She suggested the Gulf Snapper Aguachile as an appetizer, and it was fantastic. The tabletop sizzling fajitas are always a must, and the steak arrachera is easily one of the best things on the menu. Great food, outstanding service, and another memorable experience. Huge thanks to Brandie for making our night so special. We can't wait to come back!

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