Fun place - and sour cream chicken enchiladas are to die for!! Decor : Absolutely a nice and clean TexMex environment. Charming spaces and tables are not too close together. Music is softly playing in the background. The bar is large with three TVs. Very warm and inviting. Score: 10 out of 10 Chips: Chips are medium thickness, unsalted, very nice. Score: 7.5 out of 10 Salsa: Salsa has a beautiful traditional tomato based flavor medium on the spicing and low heat - flavorful. Score: 9 out of 10 Chicken Quesadilla w/ onions & peppers: Skip this one. The chicken is absolutely bone dry, tough, and overcooked. The peppers and onions are beautifully sautéed al dente and the cheese veg and meat ratios are proportional. Score: 2 out of 10 Guacamole: Very nice, but had bit of saltiness to the point I could not enjoy it. (Note: I also don't use much salt myself, so the average person may not even notice it.) Score: 2 out of 10 Beef Enchilada with chili con Carne sauce: Good portion. Meat is moist, not greasy, but also not seasoned very much. The chili carne sauce was nice but had a bit of sweetness (possibly sugar added). Was enjoyable, but not outstanding. Score: 7 out of 10 Sour Cream Chicken Enchilada: Amazing! Outstanding! Absolutely get some! The chicken is extremely moist, absolutely perfect seasoning with just a gentle hint of heat. The sauce has a beautiful tang from the sour cream and the correct consistency. Good portion. Can't wait to come back and have them again. Score: 10 out of 10 Server (CiCi) Absolutely wonderful. Very attentive refresh my drink without me asking for it and very courteous. Score: 10 out of 10 Overall Score: 7.5 But for the guacamole and quesadilla issues, score would be 9 out of 10. DEFINITELY go for the Sour Cream Enchiladas!!!! I'll be back for those! read more

La Fiesta Restaurant & Cantina - Dry chicken - Mexican Near Me - Waco, Texas

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really good food, the ambience is great and service is quick. We ordered the enchiladas and they were yummy read more

La Fiesta Restaurant & Cantina - My two best friends - Mexican Near Me - Waco, Texas

Reserved back room for my mother's 97th birthday lunch. About 25 of us. Allowed us to do some decorating. Cindy was our server, and she did and AMAZING!! job. Food was brought quickly, drinks stayed filled, removed dirty dishes, etc. Everyone seemed to enjoy their food. Thanks again, LaFiesta for making a birthday special. read more

The service was very good. The salsa and chips sit on every table after people leave because it is not the best. The chips are not fresh tasting and the salsa is sweet and spicy. I have been to many Mexican restaurants where people come for the salsa and add it to the food for their meal. The prices have gone up quite a bit for what you get. I enjoyed my meal, but the cilantro rice had no cilantro and was bland. Such a great place with a few changes could be amazing place to eat. read more

AMBIENCE: pretty crowded and small place for all the tables they have, making you feel like you're on a mission trying to get to the bathroom is not super decorated. SERVICE: a little slow on busy days (even on Sunday) not sure if they are short staffed FOOD: food was basic. Tasty food though. Alcoholic Drinks were good read more

La Fiesta Restaurant & Cantina - Mexican Near Me - Waco, Texas

We went there yesterday for the second time to have some of the best chicken fajitas in town. We sat on the patio on a beautiful day and had the best experience. Our server named Ricardo was outstanding and did an excellent job with alot of tables around us. read more

Great food, and great service from Drew! Love the atmosphere! I always love La Fiesta. The table side guacamole was delicious and they have the best queso! read more

Went through drive through, attendant was kind, helpful and personable. Chicken and beef quesadillas were delicious.

I used to go here in the 70's and absolutely loved the place and the food. I returned for the first time in many years this past weekend. I was definitely disappointed in the food...just not as tasty and it was delivered to the table about luke warm. So points off for the food. But the atmosphere was still festive and looked much like it did in the old days. Our server was excellent! We had a party of 10 and he kept us supplied with chips and salsa throughout the meal. Probably won't return, but it was fun retracing old steps. read more

The food was excellent and our waiter, Max was exceptional! He was so helpful and did such an amazing job! We will definitely be back!

The salsa is horrible. If you don't have good salsa then foods not going to be good either. I have been going to that restaurant since I was 16 years old and the last few times I have been there the food has not been good. I would personally not go go because I don't know who took it on their selves to change the recipe, but you should change back. When I was younger and like said we ate there often the owners knew us. I would buy a jar of their salsa cause it was spicy and good. Service was good. Lots of our party did not like the food. Spinach enchiladas was not good. Rice was terrible. read more

The lunch special was great. Margaritas special was awesome. Our server, Zach, was especially terrific. We love La Fiesta.

First timers!!!! GREAT food (caliente sauce WOW) margs-100 and service awesome! We had Cindy wait on us-she is on point-even brought a wet napkin for my husband who was kinda lit up from the sauce hahaha! 5 stars here read more

Awesome food! Guacamole was really great! Grilled chicken in the Pollo con queso was very tender

I went there to order some chips and salsa to go. The hostesses seemed very confused as to what salsa was then sent me all the way into the back of the kitchen in their office room with the schedules and paperwork and had me waiting there to even get to order. The salsa is also super sour. I will never be coming back here. read more

I feel like this place should have a rating than it does...I enjoyed it! The atmosphere was fun and upbeat, nicely decorated and plenty of seating. Our server was knowledgeable, offered opinions when asked and friendly. The food was freshly prepared and hot upon arrival. My flauta was crispy with delicious queso on top, my chalupa was full of fresh ingredients and a nice crispy shell underneath. I would definitely come back. read more

La Fiesta Restaurant & Cantina - Portion of menu - Mexican Near Me - Waco, Texas

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If you come, ask for Drew! He was an incredible server, the food was amazing and fresh! Get the quesooooo..... 100/10 recommend! read more

La Fiesta Restaurant & Cantina - Loaded queso! - Mexican Near Me - Waco, Texas

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Good food, solid and quick service, and friendly staff. Cindy was efficient and friendly. We will be back if we are back in Waco

It started with the rude hostess. Her attitude was very apparent that when I asked be seated in the air conditioned part she was very unkind! Our waitress was slow and very unkind to a table of 8?Baylor couples. We will go back but if this happens again we are done. The food was not great either. read more

Horrible food. I asked for their puffy taco and got a toastada... 2 completely different food items. Purple Margarita or Grape Kool-Aid was $25 a glass. Save your money, Not worth Hype!!!!! 0 star but forced to give 1, and don't deserve even 1. read more

La Fiesta Restaurant & Cantina - Not a Puffy taco.... this is a toastada!! - Mexican Near Me - Waco, Texas

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We love LaFiesta, have never ordered anything bad here. Great margaritas and always great service.

We went for the first time last night!! It was the best food I've ever had it was fast and hot and our server (Bailey ) was so sweet and absolutely amazing!!! She checked on us many times throughout the night but not too much and got us everything we needed!! The environment itself was really inviting! read more

It's good but other Mexican food in Waco is better. The reason this place is good tho for Waco is because it's a classic staple in Waco but if you are traveling and want good Mexican I wouldn't recommend this place! They have a lot of good options and it's good for locals but there is better in Waco. read more

excellent food, service, and very clean restaurant. cant wait to come back!! read more

I think there's been a revamp of the menu. Food was good, different from what I'm used to, but I still enjoyed my dinner.We ordered the carne guisada, ribeye tacos and chicken fried chicken. Sierra, not sure if I'm spelling her name correctly was our server. She was GREAT, made sure to ask if we were ok very attentive. Very friendly vibe and made us feel right at home. For sure will keep us going back. LOVE IT read more

Great lunch experience! Came here with a coworker, very friendly staff, nice clean restaurant, very quick with the chips and salsa and drink refills. Food came out fast, was very good and everyone enjoyed their meals. Will definitely be back! read more

went through the drive thur and the food was just throwed together was nasty hopefully they get better at drive thru services

My food was horrible i ordered a walking taco and it was drowned in nothing but cheese i couldn't even taste the chili and chips nor any onions etc. Nothing but cheese was all i tasted when i told the server she relayed the message that it couldnt be remade or removed from my ticket that is wrong and very unacceptable. To be served food that wasnt made correctly and expect the customer to pay for it. read more

La Fiesta Restaurant & Cantina - The loaded cheese and chips. Walking taco was what i ordered. - Mexican Near Me - Waco, Texas

Johnny O was great serving us! Spot on with refills etc! We love LaFiesta & especially their margaritas!!

La Fiesta is my favorite for chicken enchiladas , salsa & guacamole. The service is fantastic. They are the best!

Server Max was great! Cons: Hair in salsa! Fajitas came out cold not one sizzle or smoke from cast iron pan. read more

The food was GREAT & customer service was GREAT also The food was served HOT& we had plenty of chips & salsa with MANY refills for tea as well as the chips & salsa Our server was PATRICK & he was helpful, attentive & great taking care of the 5 of us ASF FOR PATRICK on your next visit read more

The service was great and so was the food. I always appreciate when a menu clearly marks which items are vegetarian and this menu did. I had to get their famous purple margarita because it said it has secret ingredients--it tasted almost medicinal and I mean that in a good way! I really liked it whatever it was. My veggie fajitas were super tasty and I got an order of churros with chocolate sauce to go. read more

La Fiesta Restaurant & Cantina - Famous Purple Margarita! - Mexican Near Me - Waco, Texas

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Just had a fajita chicken salad. Best one I have ever eaten there! Cook did amazing! Fresh/ beautiful/ taste 10 / serves wonderful! Will come back very soon read more

We haven't been here in years and the new addition looks great. We had the Loaded White Queso and it was excellent. It's big enough for a petty of four. I had the fish tacos with a side of refried beans and a corn cake. The beans were beans, nothing special . The corn cake was a sweet ball of tastiness. The fish tacos were some of the best I ever had. Crispy fried fish with slaw, chipotle mayo sauce, fresh pico, and a mango salsa that was to die for. My friend had the Stuffed Avocado with brisket. She said it was very tasty. The salsa was ok but the chips were thin and crispy. It didn't disappoint. We would eat here again. read more

La Fiesta Restaurant & Cantina - Fish tacos, corn cake, refried beans - Mexican Near Me - Waco, Texas

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This was my second time here. Food is good. Nice staff Would return Enjoyed being able to sit outside to eat read more

Cindy was amazing very pleasant and knows the menu very well. She makes sure you are satisfied with your order. The guacamole / queso combo could be better read more

I am a long time supporter of this restaurant. Grew up loving the food and matured to drinking their famous margaritas. They are the best. But over the years the food has changed. Now don't get me wrong the drinks are still great. But moving up the scale as being very pricey. But back to the food. I was charged $2.00 for the green hot salas. I would have been ok if the bar person Geraldo would have warned me in advance that it cost extra. I bought food so u would think it was part of the complimentary (which could really add some marketing) opportunity. But NO. It s a charge. Shame on u LaFiesta!!. He asked if I like it and I said NO it should be served warmed. He did not bother to remove it and then when I complained he whispered to the bar ladies and they laughed This is really sad when a bar person takes advantage of people when they support and have always supported this restaurant. So I look at the bar person Geraldo as being greedy instead of great customer service. Now he is having me write this and complain when he should have apologized and remove the unlike pricey salsa. Who LaFiesta stand on what make u unique the service and the great Margarita! Do better and come back to being customer service oriented read more

Decent Mexican food at reasonable prices. They definitely seemed to push their rice and beans read more

Attentive and Awesome!! Drew was our waiter and suggested a corn cake .... Wow! We are hooked! The food is incredible!! read more