The location is great and the atmosphere is very nice. I also don't think I've ever had slow or bad service -- everyone is friendly and generally very accommodating and our food is good most of the time. That said, I do think it's a bit overpriced, and the additional "employee tax" feels a little tacky. Customers shouldn't be covering staff wages. Also, having shots on the menu as something customers can purchase for employees comes across as odd -- if management wants to treat their team, they should be the ones footing the bill, not the guests. read more

Loved the ambiance! Felt very authentic. Service was spectacular and we felt cared for. Food was delicious! Our favorite taco was the AL PASTOR! They give you a good amount of fixins on the side of tacos. The black beans were very creamy. Overall, it was delicious and we will be back! read more

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Overall this is a refreshing change from the typical Latin American options in Easton. Two issues : Food tends to be a little bland compared to what you would expect They add a service charge automatically onto your check for the back house staff! In my travels all over the US and internationally I have never seen this before . Just be aware when you are tipping that they have already added a tip to your bill Not a bad place just could be better read more

The food was great and authentic. The service was slow. I understand that it was busy but we waited 40 minutes for our drinks. Eventually we found out the "ticket didn't print at the bar". Seems the bar need some assistance. The ambiance was also great although dark- it was cozy. I will definitely return. read more

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Great tacos - lots of flavor. BUT don't get the chips and salsa. The salsa is awful. They charge $13.95 for chips and salsa - that's a rip off. The salsa itself is too acidic and bad flavor. read more

Not a peaceful experience eating there. Very loud due to a DJ who wanted everyone to hear the tunes he was playing. Lots of loud chatter as well. The place needs a sound control engineer. read more

Overall the food was fine -- some items were outstanding and some... not so much. It also seemed like we were there when service was slammed so it was lackluster. The good: the appetizer with tostones, fresh salsa, guacamole and black beans. Their tacos. The bad: the chicken wing appetizer, the French fries that came with the steak. The drinks. read more

"Not your average Mexican meal" I've ordered my fair share of yucca with pork. This one was on par with the best of them, and came with extras of a spicy pink cabbage topping and a sweet brown sauce. (Neither thrilled me, but hubby really liked the cabbage.) Hubby ordered empanadas. Both the empanadas and the spring onion vinaigrette that came with them were delicious! We thought it was... kind of cheap that our sit-down meal didn't come with chips and salsa. In hindsight, even without chips and salsa, hubby and I still didn't manage to finish both meals. We were very glad we didn't get chips!! Service was adequate. But I am really bothered that our drinks were never refilled, or at how long we had to wait for the check. When both people have finished eating and the to-go 3rd meal has been delivered, and we are just sitting here thirsty...... Anyway, a good find overall and prices within reason. If we were locals, we would probably come a few times per year. read more

La Bodega - Yucca con chiccaron - Mexican Near Me - Easton, Maryland

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I found La Bodega on Yelp when staying in Easton for a weekend getaway. It was easy to make a reservation and my table was ready when I arrived. Unfortunately, it was a high top. The chairs are really high and set up higher than the table, which was odd and uncomfortable, but the food and service were incredible and offset anything weird about the seating situation. Sequoia was our server and she was fantastic. I was perplexed by the pricing of dinner here because everything was way too inexpensive. When do you hear that these days? We started with the Uno, Dos, Tres appetizer of chips, salsa, guac, and refried beans for $12. Yummers! Entrees consisted of tacos and the Grilled Whole Fish which I had seen a beautiful photo of on Yelp. The fish was just as pictured and described. Delicious! Two tacos were only $6 each. The carne asada taco was very flavorful, but I wasn't too crazy about the chicken taco. The place was packed and energetic. It's not a large space so it's definitely cozy. Sequoia told us they also offer Sunday brunch and mentioned she would be working the following morning. We had no intention of returning for breakfast because we enjoy trying new places, but our experience at dinner had us back at brunch time on Sunday. Sequoia was our server again. Yay! We got a regular table this time which was much more comfortable. And entertaining because we watched about three different parties arrive, be seated at a nearby high top and request to be moved. La Bodega serves Rise Up coffee (I had wanted to try this in Easton) and it was really good. We were brought complimentary homemade muffins to start. Nice touch! A Sagrado Empanada, La Trinidad Taco, Huevos Rancheros, Refried Beans, Guacamole, and several cups of coffee later, we were satisfied and ready to road trip back home. We chatted with Sequoia a bit about the furnishings in the restaurant and were impressed with her knowledge about the hardwood and vendor. Who knows those things? Another surprise? Our total bill for breakfast was $36.68 (with tip). How does a restaurant survive on selling $5 empanadas, $6 tacos, $1 refried beans, and $4 coffee (unlimited refills)? I'm pretty sure it's because this place is doing everything right. From the service to the tasty food, La Bodega is a neighborhood gem. read more

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The food just isn't there. Good atmosphere and pretty good service. They don't know if they are fine dining or taqueria food truck. Very expensive street food-greasy n good with many flaws. They drop food off and run, no explanation. We ordered 4 dishes. 2 I would order again, 2 I would not. Tres Leches was a disappointment, smothered in whip cream, small, served in an incorrect glass (martini glass) that caused it to be sloppy. The calamari, supposedly battered here, was heavy and greasy. The Burris tacos were plump and nicely served, yucca con chiccaron was nice. Drinks overpriced for what was a bucket of ice. Two incidents of btw charging, one was small print at bottom of check, 4% charge for the workers?!? Tip expected. read more

What an amazing experience. I almost don't want to write a review because this place was so good and fresh. But alas the world must know that this is some of thr best food in Easton. The Eastern Shore needs everything they provide. Make a reservation because the space is romantic and on the small side. Try everything you can on the menu because the flavors are out of this world. The service and staff went out of their way to make room for me and my date ok in a busy night and even allowed us to sit in a reserved area when we arrived with no reservation. They should be commended for the efforts they put forth. read more

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Ok, I like the food at LaBodega. The host was a little rude when we walked in so there's that. My breakdown is this. Food is good. I think everyone waits on you but nobody waits on you. It's hot. It's loud. And in the evening it's difficult to read the menu. The end. read more

Dinner was so good we returned for brunch the next day. Will always eat here whenever in town. Try the whole fish.

Wonderful new dining option for Easton, Maryland. We've been for both lunch and dinner. The margaritas are wonderful and the authentic food preparation is outstanding. The whole fish special for dinner was extraordinary! read more

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Unique, very excellent. We had their chips with 3 dips. Homemade. Very good! We had street tacos - wonderful. Also had an empanada with very good dips and relishes. First time having a pupusa. It was great and the relishes were excellent. Got add on guacamole and Con queso. They were tasty. The refried beans are puréed, which isn't my favorite but the had a great taste. Will definitely return. read more

2nd time here, even better than the first. Food was great. They added some offerings of wine now (good for me as a wine drinker). Service was pretty good. No issues that some training wouldn't fix. Will definitely come back read more

This was a pleasant surprise. I had been wanting to try this new restaurant out for a long time. We didn't have reservations, but found a spot at the bar and we are glad we did. The bar tender was a great bar tender and also a great salesman. We tried his specialty drink recommendations and loved them. He also coached us with our dinner choices...just great service and yes very good food. This is not another Tex Mex style of Latin style of food ...this a fresh and very well thought out menu. We tried their street tacos , Chips with dipping sauce and calamari. All very well made. Just so refreshing to see another great, well thought out and unique offering for Easton . Definitely will come back again !! read more

Family went for brunch. The chorizo and churro waffle was $16 for a single waffle, and it was not filling or flavorful. However, highly recommend the breakfast tacos and pupusas. read more

Great service. Good food. And the margaritas are excellent. You will enjoy a meal here.

Went for the first time today for lunch. It was really good from the drinks to food. We had queso, carne asada taco and a pupusas! It was so good we bought several to go for breakfast tomorrow. Service was excellent and Paul took top shelf care of us. Very informative and friendly. Highly recommend. We will be back soon. read more

Great food, service and atmosphere. We sat at the bar and had the garlic tostones with multiple dips, al pastore pork tacos, and wholefish. Our bartender, Gardener, was very friendly and quite knowledgeable. We will be back! read more

Food and service were fantastic. The question is, why are the customers paying 4% for the kitchen staff? The owner should pay them more if they are doing a good job. read more

These guys give it EVERY effort. The attention to detail is WAY beyond expectation. The authenticity to unlike any other Latin American spot I've visited on the East Coast. The negative reviews of this place absolute crack me up & are posted by impossible to please Yelp-a-Holics! Haha! read more

The whole fish is great . Service is good and it was crowded. Next time I want to sit at the bar Marsha prepare the food.

Energetic atmosphere. Small inside so make a reservation. They have outside seating too! Service was excellent, they share tables so there is always someone to take care of any of your needs. Menu has a nice variety of choices and the food & drinks are very good. We had a shared platter with fish and a skinny margarita, delicious! I definitely recommend giving it a try for a fun date night! read more

Food great! And srvc quick even though crowded when we went. Drinks (margaritas) full of ice but no sparing of tequila so didn't matter. Nice to have such great place right in downtown area. read more