I'm a Mexican food purist. Typically, a place that features burritos and brings you nachos with…read moremedium salsa up front is not pure. And La Fiesta made me think, maybe more of these places are actually good Mexican food, but they cater to the clientele. Because I read through the whole menu, through various feature dishes and specialties, and finally the chef's specials on the back page. And peppered throughout, I found hints of the real thing. I ended up getting #67 - four assorted tacos with different meats, I chose flour tortilla. They came out super authentic, delicious, loaded with meat. Wonderful variety of flavors. The side of guac I asked for was packed, great consistency, mostly avocado - because yes, I've had it runny and full of cucumbers or onions etc. This was real Mexican food, and I think it's a mindset "if someone wants to order our authentic specialties, that's great. If not, they'll get the American foods we know how to prepare." Not much else - service was friendly enough, place was rather sparse both in decor (at least no overdone Mexickitsch) and attendance but I get that it's Sunday night, and most other places were closed. I gather that's a Sunday thing in the South, and I'm grateful I found and chose La Fiesta over anything else that might have let me in.

I was pleasantly surprised by this restaurant. Prices were incredible and the food was pretty good…read more They have renamed the restaurant to "El Mariachi". We discovered it on our drive up to Tuscaloosa. I ate a chimichanga with rice and a good helping of chips and queso. The service was good and I like the general feel of the restaurant with fun paintings on the wall that made for a nice ambiance.

Wonderful and inviting family. I tried the Burristas so delicious. Tacos with chili. I didn't see a…read moresign out front do it was hard to tell if it was open but they were just so welcoming! I'm visiting from out of town and would recommend for authentic Mexican !

This little place, off the beaten path, was a diamond in the rough! Nothing to look at, but the…read morefood was great! Good chips & salsa. We had the beef fajitas with shrimp, and they were really good, but it was the homemade corn tortillas that stood out for me. The prices are amazing considering how much food you get. The waitress was very nice and did a very good job. But it was the mamacita in the kitchen who made the magic happen- muy bueno Will surely return when passing through.

I was an out of towner visiting friends and loved it. The street tacos were excellent as was the…read moresalsa. Pitcher of margaritas hit the spot. Reasonably priced with good portions. Highly recommend.

I decided to stop here while visiting my hometown this past week. It's one of my favorite food…read moreplaces in town. However, I hadn't been here in over a year. I called and made a takeout order, and it was ready in about 20 minutes for pick up. I ordered the 101 which is chicken and shrimp on a bed of rice, covered with cheese. They give you good portions and have reasonable prices. COVID: I was a little disappointed with the COVID efforts. Many people weren't wearing masks, including a few people picking up orders and a couple of cashiers/ hostesses I interacted with. Also, it was pretty packed. Sustainability: Could improve. Food was packaged in aluminum, and placed into a paper bag. However, lots of napkins and plastic.

A trip to this Mexican restaurant is a real treat. Not only will you get quality Mexican food, but…read moreyou will meet some of the nicest people. We love many items on their menu and keep going back to the same ones over and over. Try their house Guacamole.

Best Mexican for 40 miles! Lol that's a MARION ALABAMA joke!…read moreSeriously this is not just good for Marion, it's good period Wish they had fried plantains... but other than that? GOOD STUFF, fast & Friendly!

First, the food is amazing! The Garlic Shrimp Platter and the Fiesta Fajitas are both community…read morefavorites. Everything tastes as good as it looks. Service is always great - led by manager Alonzo, the staff go the extra mile so you can enjoy your meal. The restaurant is in the old Twix and Between restaurants, but the location has been redone in bright colors, flowers, greenery and Mexican pottery. Just a word of caution to limit the add-ons. Adding extra jalapeños, extra large tortillas will add to the bill. Altogether, this is where we go when we want a good meal without traveling a long ways.

Met family in Centerville and we decided on Mexican food. Enjoyed chips and salsa before the meal…read more The service was good and the meals came out hot. Ordered the Hamburger Quesadilla (the 7 year old loved it), combo #14 not loving the red sauce, combo 3 was good with the cheese sauce, the chicken breast monterray was delicious. The refried beans were good. The rice was not great. Festive environment. We did not wait for a table on Sunday after church. It was a convenient spot for all the family members to meet up.

I was in town for a work trip with some coworkers. First of all it took almost an hour to get our…read morefood. I was very patient and we had dip and margaritas; I figured it happens sometimes. I did end up getting my food to go, because I wasn't hungry by the time the food got there. .... Then, after checking my credit card, I saw I had been charged twice. I checked my receipt and saw the additional charge was for a different amount. I called them the next day and explained the situation only to be told they can't do anything about it or reverse the charge on my card. All they can do is give me a -gift certificate- for the amount. I live 2 hours away. So no, I won't be coming back and I do not recommend this place!

Friendly owner and good wait staff. Clean and festive atmosphere. The food is good but honestly…read morenothing to rave about.

My favorite Mexican spot in Tuscaloosa. Wonderfully small, full of kind people, super fast service,…read moreI highly recommend the Pechuga à la Plancha. Unbelievable marinade, beans, rice, some fresh and hot tortillas. It's my favorite lunch. Lengua tacos are also really amazing and don't forget to end it off with some esquites, corn with cheese, lime, and chili powder. It's the most delightful dessert. Don't ever change, Antojitos.

I had two tostadas and an agua fresca that was cantaloupe-flavored. The tostadas were really good,…read morebut the agua fresca was the highlight of the meal. They have a small, comfortable seating area that doesn't offer much space. Parking is somewhat limited. This place would be perfect if they served chips and salsa.

Very average Mexican food overall. Maybe it's considered good for the area, but it didn't really…read morestand out to me. I ordered the fajitas and was disappointed cause there was barely any steak. The cheese dip, however, was really good. The atmosphere was decent, and the place was busy, which is usually a good sign. We did run into a bit of a language barrier when trying to order something specific and ended up with a dish that wasn't what we wanted. That said, the staff were all very kind and the hostess was especially sweet. Would I come back? Maybe! I might give it another chance and try something different next time

We finally tried Monarca on a recent Friday evening after hearing so many people rave about it…read more Honestly, we walked in skeptical -- "It can't be as good as they say." Oh, but it was. We were greeted promptly and seated right away. The staff was friendly, welcoming, and even let me practice my Spanish, which made the experience even better. It has a warm family vibe. We started with the Fried Yucca (pronounced YOO‑kah), lightly fried and served with a slightly sweet dipping sauce. Absolutely outstanding -- 10/10. The Chorizo Dip was another hit: cheesy, hot, and just a touch spicy. 9/10. For entrées, we ordered the Monarca's Cazuelita, a crock-style dish loaded with steak, chicken, shrimp, chorizo, pineapple, cheese, and bell pepper. Everything was well‑seasoned with fantastic flavor. 10/10. The Chicken Burrito was also excellent -- another 10/10. I'm very critical when reviewing restaurants, especially Mexican food, but this is genuinely the best I've had on this side of the border. The flavors were bold, the portions generous, and the service top‑notch. It was so good we ended up getting takeout the very next day. Monarca absolutely lives up to the hype.

We drive from Tuscaloosa to dine here. Great taste and service!…read moreNone of the Mexican restaurants in Tuscaloosa taste this good.

The arroz con pollo is so good! Actually everything is good here. The service is also great.read more