I visited Kahlo Exotic Grill with my family and we were absolutely charmed. It is a fantastic spot--great for a romantic date or a wonderful evening together. The atmosphere is deeply Mexican, beautifully decorated with paintings of Frida Kahlo, and the background of romantic music by José José creates an exceptionally cozy setting. What truly crowns the experience is the service. The staff was incredibly attentive and friendly, always checking in on us to make sure we had everything we needed throughout our meal. The food and cocktails match the wonderful ambiance. They make delicious drinks, and the dishes are exquisite: I ordered a burger cooked to a medium temperature and it was perfect, served with French fries and a great house sauce, and I also tried some tacos that were spot on. A wonderful restaurant with incredible flavors and exceptional warmth. Highly recommended! read more

Kahlo Exotic Grill - Breakfast & Brunch Near Me - Medford, Oregon

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Awesome that the Rogue Valley finally has high-class Mexican cuisine worth going out for. Don't get me wrong, I like a chile relleno or a street taco as much as the next guy, but I've also been to Mexico City and am loving that we have a restaurant worthy of CDMX here. Kahlo is the kind of place where you order something you haven't had before -- something a bit out of your comfort zone. It'll be delicious. Aguachile? Try it. Tuna "carnitas"? Great for a group. Although do ask about spice levels if you're pepper-sensitive. The servings are very large, so the prices a Kahlo are more modest than they seem. Think sharing so that you can try more stuff. This can be a restaurant for a group spluge, but it can also be a great night out for two. My favorite was the soft-shell crab tacos, a bit of Mexican-American crossover I've never seen before. They were delicious, super-crispy and well sauced with guac and salsa macha. But everything was great. Cocktails are really good too, particularly the mezcal ones. (BTW, this is the 2nd incarnation of Kahlo under new owners and much better cooks. Ignore any reviews before December 2025) read more

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We tried this out. I was a little concerned when I saw the YELP reviews. They were mostly around a year old and were a 2, then a 5 then a 1 then a four then a 2 then a 5 ....in other words they were shoe inconsistent. It was pretty slow on a cold Tuesday night. The restaurant was clean, our server was sweet and took good care of us. When we first sat down she brought us water and a bowl Of soup. It was very tasty. My husband ordered fish tacos and a side of roasted cauliflower. He liked his tacos. I ordered a torta Al pastor with pineapple and grilled onions. It was very good. read more

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Wow, this is first time back with the new owners ( same as Tekkamaki) ad the food was amazing. I had 2 tacos, brisket with fried crispy tripe and a tempura fish. They were both incredible! As you can see from my photo the were quite large. As an added bonus they were only $10. Let me be clear. This is not your typical Medford, Mexican restaurant with giant plates of beans and rice with an entrée slathered and cheese and sauce.. what it is, as we thought out tasty food that you won't find anywhere else read more

Kahlo Exotic Grill - GOBERNADOR Fish tempura with pico de gallo (Right) EL FAVORITO DE ZAPATA Rib eye with fried crispy tripe (Left) - Breakfast & Brunch Near Me - Medford, Oregon

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Had a wonderful experience at Kahlo last night with friends from out of the area. They were very impressed. Had the Birria, Mole and more. All were very good. You can really tell all was scratch made. The Mole was incredibly rich and you could tell it was the real deal. Service was great - efficient and personable. Business was slow - Monday night - and hopefully this gem is doing well enough to survive. Arguably the best creative Mexican restaurant in the area. Can't wait to try them for breakfast. read more

Wow! This place is fantastic. I was told new ownership as of December and it's absolutely delicious and the waitstaff excellent. I had the mole enchiladas and it was layered with spice. My friend had their breakfast and really enjoyed it and I especially get a cup of the Mexican coffee. Delicious! read more

Kahlo Exotic Grill - Mole Enchiladas - Breakfast & Brunch Near Me - Medford, Oregon

Server was very sweet and attentive. Food was amazing. Ambiance was just as you'd hope, nice Mexican decor. Will be my new go-to when I want Mexican food. Margarita was delicious although a little pricey. But, the dish prices made up for that. Very reasonable! read more

Kahlo Exotic Grill - Breakfast & Brunch Near Me - Medford, Oregon

Kind of worrisome when you go in at lunchtime and this huge restaurant is empty. The design is a little mixed matched for my taste. I also didn't find the seating to be comfortable. Unfortunately, the food was average at best. My meal was also not very warm, error in what I received vs ordered, and on the blander side. My suggestion would be to streamline the menu. They have so much going on menu wise and if it's considered fusion it's just not blending well IMO read more

Kahlo comes as a recommendation for it's unique Mexican fusion food. Themed around famed artist Frida Kahlo, her presence is all around the restaurant. The menu takes me back to my time in Mexico City. I order the pulpo (grilled octopus) which comes with potatoes and asparagus. It was sizzling as it came out. It was very rich in that it was drenched in butter. The asparagus and potatoes were all seasoned the same as the pulpo so it was a bit one note. The pulpo was also a bit on the chewy side and could have been cooked longer. I don't mind either and overall was a good meal. They have an extensive menu of unique fares. Eclectic interior. Good service. Please come and create your own adventure. read more

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Holy sh*}! This place is legit... The salsa's were excellent and well crafted. appetizers, and carnivore entrées were all well executed. I was especially impressed by the presentation and garnishes; they paid a lot of attention to presentation as well as they decor of the place, and it pays off by making it feel special. Prices were entirely reasonable for the exceptional quality. We will definitely be coming back. read more

Kahlo Exotic Grill - Happy hour marg, with tajin rim - Breakfast & Brunch Near Me - Medford, Oregon

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The food Is amazing!! Healthy with all the flavors. It feels like grandmas kitchen, so much love in every bite. The drinks are out of this world, they made me a virgin because I don't drink alcohol and were so kind about the adjustment. The soup at the beginning of the meal is my favorite. Definitely my go to birthday and Mother's Day spot. read more

The service has always been good, prompt, food served hot. The soup and unending salad with fresh bread are always enjoyable. There as a rule seating is not a long wait. Food is probably like a six, a little better than average. read more

Why are you not here RIGHT NOW. Beautiful space. Amazingly curated food! We were greeted with hot soup, moved to gorgeous drinks then queso fundido. I am in heaven even before the entree. Huaraches did not disappoint. read more

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Why would you make a mistake, like not ringing in an entire entree on a 5 top, and think it's just ok to drop the 4 other entrees a full 15 minutes before the other one finally gets fired and served out. Some of us do this at a high level and would at least ask if we would like ALL the entrees refired so that an entire evening wasn't ruined by an understandable mistake. Making mistakes is human. Mistakes happen. I saw how suuuuper packed the place was on a Tuesday night. Might not change if we are trying to HIDE the mistakes people who know exactly what happened. Thanks! read more

A friend introduced me to Kahlo Exotic Grill, and we stopped in for a late lunch around 2:00 p.m. on a Thursday. I arrived a little early to look around and ended up chatting with our server, Cecilia, before my friend joined me. I've been visiting Cabo San Lucas for 20 years and have always been curious about certain traditional ingredients, especially mole and nopales. Cecilia explained that the mole is homemade in the restaurant and offered with a variety of dishes, much like salsa roja or salsa verde. For those unfamiliar, nopales (nopal) are cactus paddles. In Cabo grocery stores, you'll often see someone dedicated to preparing them, trimming the spines and scraping the surface. I've always wondered how they're used in authentic Mexican cooking. Cecilia described several ways to enjoy nopales, either as a side dish or incorporated into something like a taco. When my friend arrived, we were seated immediately and had the restaurant to ourselves. Cecilia brought out two bowls of chicken broth soup just like the Yelp photo. It had good flavor and included a little pasta for texture. I ordered the chilaquiles with relleno and mole. To drink, I chose a tamarindo (tamarind juice). Our meals arrived in about 15 minutes. (FYI: They serve breakfast, lunch, and dinner all day.) My dish was beautifully layered in a large, shallow bowl. From the bottom up: a layer of small cheese-filled peppers coated in fried egg batter, a layer of corn tortilla chips, a fried egg, another layer of chips, and thinly sliced chicken breast on top. The presentation was impressive. The food was excellent, a wonderful variety of authentic Mexican flavors and textures. The mole had a rich, earthy red chile flavor reminiscent of chipotle but milder. The rellenos were crispy on the outside with a mild pepper and cheese filling inside. The tamarindo (non-alcoholic) was somewhat similar to root beer but with a subtle, lighter difference. It's made fresh onsite and finishes with a small amount of tamarind pulp at the bottom, clearly not a canned beverage. Interesting and unexpected. I enjoyed it. Dessert was a true work of art. It's called "buñuelo" but is much more than a pasty: Two scoops of vanilla ice cream topped with fruit preserves, separated by a light, flaky waffle pastry and surrounded by raspberries. It was an outstanding combination of textures and flavors. See the photo. Overall, it was a great afternoon experience. I'm going back. read more

Kahlo Exotic Grill - Breakfast & Brunch Near Me - Medford, Oregon

Great food and service. Lovely atmosphere . The food is fresh, homemade and prepared by an inspired chef.

Where to start? The drinks were great and the margaritas hit the spot. Mango habanero wing appetizer was very well done. In my list of favorite wings in the valley. The mole chicken was so flavorful and my wife's beef birria plate was perfect. The hot sauce served with the birria had a smokiness to it that was chefs kiss. We will definitely be back! read more

Simply fabulous! The ambience and service by Ivelisse was memorable. Delicious food and margaritas almost too pretty to drink! read more

Kahlo Exotic Grill - Breakfast & Brunch Near Me - Medford, Oregon

The food was delicious! Everybody enjoyed what they ordered. We were served complimentary soup for our table of 7 and a complimentary appetizer. The food was unique and tasty. Especially the Sopa Azteca, fish tacos, and frijoladas, read more

It's not really Mexican. It's just a different kind of food. It's exotic with so many different flavors. You don't get chips and salsa but we got a complimentary soup. Don't know if they do that all the time but it was really good. Really enjoyed their food! read more

This place is under new ownership and it is absolutely fantastic!! The ambiance is pleasant and the decor is fun. Our server, Cecilia, was so kind. We went to celebrate my son's 13th birthday and she ensured we all had a great time. But the food, the food is amazing!! We started off with coffee (cafe de olla) a very smooth coffee with hints of cinnamon. My son had the hot cocoa (Champurrado). Both came with a side of a Mexican sweet bread. The sweet bread was soft and warm; super fresh! Our appetizer was the smoked salmon slices with capers (Salmon carpaccio). The main courses: a cactus leaf stuffed with ham and cheese (nopales rellenos) and the beef mole. These came with a side of rice, beans, and homemade tortillas. The tortillas are colored naturally. Green tortillas - spinach. Red tortillas- beets. You couldn't taste the spinach or beets & I really appreciate that they don't use artificial dyes or colors. I can't wait to come back again!! This is truly a gem. read more

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This wonderful find is under new ownership as of December, 2025 and they have truly outdone themselves. From the decor(Frida Kahlo artwork and vibes) to the cleanliness, to the amazingly interesting and tasty food and drinks, and over the top service, Kahlo is our new go-to place. We've eaten there twice now, and each time our group has grown! Last night there were a couple of family birthday parties happening and we were made to feel like we were there to celebrate with them, which we happily did! Thank you Kahlo's Exotic Grill, and welcome to Medford! read more

Such a fabulous eating experience! From the time we arrived til our last bite, we had a great time. Food was fantastic, service was exemplary. can't wait to let all our friends know about this 'gem'!! I wanted to celebrate my husband's 80th birthday and this was a perfect start to his birthday season!! read more

Kahlo Exotic Grill - Cadillac margarita - Breakfast & Brunch Near Me - Medford, Oregon

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Service was good, but the food was not. I would not recommend this place. I was visiting and I saw this place on TikTok and I thought it would be a good Mexican food place, but the ceviche was not good at all, and I ordered the salmon, but it was pieces of salmon on top of guacamole with chips. It read more

OVER THE TOP! Do you want to eat the BEST food? Do you want to feel spacious and free to make all the sounds and faces without feeling judged? Do you want to lick your fingers loudly and without shame? Then COME HERE! The new management is AMAZING, and the food is STELLAR!!! I love they always welcome you with some nice soup from the moment you arrive cuz they KNOW you is hungry from the moment you walk in. Love this place! read more

This is definitely a hidden gem! When you walk in, you'll instantly notice the artsy vibe to the place. The owners did a great job with the whole design and concept of paying homage to a famous artist that is Frida Kahlo. The dishes we tried were delicious. They're not your typical Mexican style dishes. I'd describe it as healthier, artistic Mexican culinary flair. The disb I had was the creamy chipotle chicken. I was thinking it was going to be like chipotle that's spicy but it wasn't spicy at all but still good and filling. I'm definitely coming back to try the other dishes like one of the steaks. Love the whole ambiance and vibe! read more

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My only regret is not having visited sooner. Great atomsphere, music accompanied by some of the most amazing food. Staff was friendly, attentive and competent. From appetizers through dessert everything was perfect and unique. I highly recommend. Definitely going again soon to try more dishes. Viva la Guava crepes! Relleno, soup, guac and chips all wonderful as well as the bread pudding like dish for dessert. read more

They've been open for TWO DAYS... generally, I avoid places until they've been established for a month or two. I can expect opening days to be full of chaos, order mishaps, delayed times. Against my better judgment, I stopped in on Day 2 of their grand opening (only after stopping in at Downtown Market first to discover they are no more ). Kahlo's fed me my own words though. I am so glad I stopped in! First, they are not associated with Frida's in GP. Kahlo's ambitious menu is glorious and I am SO excited for their future. Ingredient combos I've never even fathomed, despite my growing up in a Mexican household. This was new, yet, familiar. Amazing fusion of flavors. I tried their Huevos Cazuela - which came in a skillet. Two eggs over gruyere, peas, and sautéed mushrooms. So light and delicious. Bonus if you pour their housemade spicy sauce (Mexican heat level 4/ American 7). Great heat/flavor balance that doesn't linger. Wonderful roasted flavor. The only thing that I felt disjointed was their Italian tomato sauce in the complimentary bread basket. I offered a suggestion. We had great conversations and they were receptive to suggestions. Again, it's a new place and feeling out the menu to see what works and what needs modifying. If they're able to keep it this fantastic on Day 2, that's a testament to the amazing training of staff. My server, Alondra was fab! Come out and support your new local business. Can't wait to try dinner here! Ps. Breakfast ends at 2pm. read more

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We were excited to try this place. However it was not as expected. The staff were friendly and accommodating. The place is beautiful. We ordered 2 parrilladas (40 each) , coconut shrimp and drinks. The Parrillada "Mar y tierra"? Was not as described. No octopus or fish were found in this messy food. Parrillada means grilled meat or seafood. This dish s no t what you expect. Overall overpriced, bad presentation and nothing special flavor. Very disappointing , please do better! read more

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Mmmm was not impressed, menu over priced, quality of food subpar, no flavor and the service not on point for the price you are paying. Had the Parilarda Frida, Ribeye Tacos, Ribeye Steak and Pastel Aztec. The meats had no seasoning, the steaks look like something you buy at a grocery store that was marked down, the chicken was flatten dried and sauce poured over it asparagus were thin and had the bottom whites making it chewy. Bread basket was delivered with some sort of liquid sauce that was bland. Drinks seem to come out 2 at of time when 4 people ordered drinks (use a tray). Had to ask for a second round of drinks and there was never a check back (should check back after 2 bites) only when we were done. I would say the only things that was good was the drinks and tortillas. Probably will not be returning for dinner, maybe the brunch's are better. read more

This review is an update to an earlier (poor) review of this restaurant. Since I reviewed it, there has been a change to the ownership. The new owner is Jesus, the owner of Tekkamaki Sushi, one of the best restaurants in Medford. The new version of Kahlo's menu incorporates the innovative flair of Tekkamaki with traditional Mexican flavors. The menu is huge, and it includes a range of dishes from breakfast to tapas-type dishes to larger entrees. The prices are lower than other Mexican restaurants we like, a surprise considering the superior quality of the food. A must try! read more

I've been wanting to try this place since they opened. So glad we finally did! Had a delicious brunch and the space is beautiful. Great service, although it was a quiet lunch, so I can't speak to how it is when it's busy. We will definitely become regulars here!! read more

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Oh my!!! What a find!!! Just GO -- you can thank me later. Outstanding food, incredibly wonderful staff. Creative, delicious menu. Went here with a friend for lunch because we both had never been here before. There were so many intriguing items on the menu -- and there were only two of us. We are going back -- and taking more people, so we can taste more dishes. Just go! It's amazing. read more

This place is amazing. The food is top notch. The menu is diverse and the service is wonderful. I will definitely be back and tell all my peeps to try it. read more

I gave this place three tries before I posted a Review in hope I was just catching them at a bad time. Each visit has progressed into the negative stars. The service here is friendly, upfront. Once you are seated that changes. I did pay attention to other tables and high tops are prioritized with service and timeliness. I have never waited 20 minutes to receive a bowl of beans and chips. And at that getting the chips cold. I orders the buffalo wings and received 6 wings which were coated in sugary BBQ sauce. The only thing consistently favorable is the atmosphere. I wish things could have been better seeing it's so close to the college. read more

Lured by the ads running daily on TV, the 5 of us decided to give them a try. I was drawn by the Kahlo name. Also I thought they were connected to the Frida's in Grant Pass - but they are not - too bad, because Fridas' was 5 STARS! We came in early for lunch and were the only customers. The menu was extensive, however, it was black and the white print was about 10 pt (average is 12-14 pts) and it was extremely difficult to read without good lighting. Most of the selections were in Spanish and not enough translation for us "gringos". I had to ask the server to translate. As a result, we stuck to familiar items like tacos and salads. I'm sure their Mexican specialties are delish but it was difficult to decide what to order without a good translator. The staff were polite and friendly, but also lacking in English to make communication easier. I wish them well, but they have to adapt to their customers' needs read more

Brand new spot downtown Medford! Glad I stopped in after the show at the Craterian. Stopped in to have a seat at the bar and the drink menu is off the hook. read more

Kahlo Exotic Grill - The Spicy Pink Flamingo is a hit! - Breakfast & Brunch Near Me - Medford, Oregon

I would post a picture but it is all gone! Bravo! This place rocks! Food is fantastic! Pan Frances best French Toast in Oregon. Asada Tacos! They do not get better than this. Never disappointing! People from Cali, this is Cali level good. People from Oregon, this is the best place in Southern Oregon, best in Oregon! read more

The name of this new downtown place seems to promise an artistic take on Mexican food. The menu is extensive, ranging from brunch to Mexican favorites to steakhouse options. A bread basket with herbed garlic butter was an unexpected offering that came to the table as we perused the menu. We started simply, ordering nachos. The exotic fusion here appeared to be ballpark and refrigerated leftovers from yesterday's barbecue, all heated unevenly in the microwave. Glistening cheese sauce and pickled jalapeños that both looked to have come from a can at a concession stand covered thin chips. The refried beans nestled in the interior of the plate were flavorful but cold and the nicely charred carne asada was tender but bland and not fully reheated either. A return trip to the kitchen helped some, but the plate was still hotter than the food. The server was friendly and professional. read more

It was a delight to find a new Mexican restaurant that reminded me of the food in Yucatan, which was different from the usual fare. I met a friend for brunch. We started with Margaritas. My tamarind version and her mango margarita, with chili salt around the edge, were some of the best we have ever had. Although they don't seem to have a gluten-free menu, there are many choices if you avoid gluten. We split two entrees: a delicious omelet with multiple cheeses and mushrooms and a beet salad with candied walnuts and feta. The omelet was tasty, and the beet salad was fresh and bright--a great combination. It was hard to decide on the breakfast or lunch options. The omelet and salad combo covered both. Sorry, we didn't take photos. Our waitress was a delight, smart, and knowledgeable. The only downside was the choice of music piped through some rather tiny speakers, which was a bit grating. We're both sound-sensitive but ignored the music and enjoyed our brunch tremendously. read more