Came here for my brother's birthday. We had the table side guac, and the auntie who made it seasoned it beautifully! Perfect balance, please try it if you go! I had enchiladas and they were delicious, going to go back again soon! Great portions, and I had leftovers. Had a virgin margarita, would have been so good if I had a regular one, but it was a good size for good value. read more

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Taco Tuesday! No direct specials, but no complaints. We ordered the tableside guacamole (amazing) and all had tacos and quesadillas. Beans are optional, but everything was so good. We went through several baskets of chips, not full baskets, but just enough to be completely full after eating our entrees. The salsa isn't spicy, so we added lots of hot sauce. Definitely will be back! read more

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What a restaurant the portions may be huge but the heart is bigger the vibes are it it feels like I went to my abeulas house and she just cooked a meal the cockatails are where it's at read more

Asked for a plain margarita got a lime one. Waiter replaced with a plain one but they conveniently forgot to add the tequila. So I got a 10.99 drink with no liquor. Foid good. WON'T be going back. read more

Service was very good. Food was very suspicious. The vibe was very unique and fun and traditional. The food was very low quality and could improve. read more

I had the best time at La Tolteca yesterday. We met up with friends for cocktails and satisfying snacks, and a Portugal game just happened to be on the TV, so I felt like the Universe smiled on me there. I've been a fan of the Portuguese national team for at least a decade. How is it that Cristiano Ronaldo never ages? Our waiter was amazing, just the perfect level of flirtatious and efficient. The dining room is small and filled up around us, but I never felt like I was being rushed so they could turn over the table. There was quite a wait by the time we left. I feel kinda bad that those people didn't arrive a tad bit earlier to take advantage of the Happy Hour specials. Jeremy and I had blended margaritas (half price!) - raspberry for him, peach for me. Sometimes when I taste another person's choice, I lament that I chose poorly, but this time around I made the right choice. Jeremy, who has a great story about getting sick from drinking too much peach tea in his youth, also thinks that he made the right choice. I love when that happens. And then we shared a chicken quesadilla and chorizo/chicken nachos (no lettuce). Both excellent. But I gotta say that the REAL hit at the table was the white sauce brought for dipping the corn chips. What is that!? It's probably salsa blanco, concocted for the white diners and I am so okay with that. The salsa is also great; I added that to our nachos. Our friends seemed pleased with their selections as well. I was so glad when one ordered the Cal Ripken burrito because... I was born in the 70s. I remember when Cal Ripken Jr was hot sh!t. My grandfather worked at the stadiums, and met CRJ several times and was not impressed. So I can't help but laugh in my soul about CRJ because I respected my grandfather WAY more and always will. I miss that old man so much sometimes, and I'm glad Cal is out there being honored with things such as his own burrito so I can chuckle to myself about how my grandfather would have had a fit. We cleared our plates, and were still allowed to lollygag, which I appreciate. I would so recommend this place. read more

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Crispy tacos, chips & queso, and great service -- hit the spot! nice relaxed atmosphere read more

La Tolteca - Mexican Near Me - Bel Air, Maryland

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They no longer have Happy Hour. Not as much on the menu as there was before. Portions very small for the price. Will be finding somewhere else to go. We've been coming here for years for Happy Hour and it was the best. They lost customers now. read more

Customer service - 4.5 out of 5 Wait time - 5 out of 5 Cleanliness - 5 out of 5 Atmosphere - 4 out of 5 Food quality - 4 out of 5 Customer service - The staff members were all extremely personable and professional. They were very attentive to our needs and exuded a great deal of charisma. We were greeted with warm smiles upon our arrival and the friendly demeanor persisted throughout our visit. Although at one point I did not see our waitress for an extended period of time and was unable to get a refill on my water, this was a minor issue in an otherwise excellent experience. Wait time - Upon our arrival at the restaurant around 2:30 pm for a late Sunday lunch, we were promptly seated as the establishment was not particularly busy. The staff quickly took our drink orders and appetizers, and we were pleased with the prompt service. Our entrees arrived at our table in a timely manner, approximately 10 minutes after our initial order, and were served piping hot. Cleanliness & Atmosphere - The interior and exterior were both impeccably clean and accommodating. The chairs were sturdy and armless, which was particularly helpful for larger individuals such as myself. The background music and hockey games on the TV added to the ambiance without creating an overly loud environment. We were able to converse at a normal volume without any issue. Food quality - I ordered the Steak Street Tacos for myself while my son opted for the Shrimp Fajitas. The portion size of the latter was particularly generous, providing enough leftovers for a second meal. Both dishes were delicious and well-priced. While I personally enjoyed the Street Tacos, I still preferred my usual order of Steak Fajitas. Verdict - Recommend With a score of 22.5 out of 25, I give this establishment an A- This family-oriented restaurant offers an excellent selection of reasonably priced dishes, making it a great choice for any occasion. I fully intend to return in the future. read more

Food was ok. Birria tacos were bland, little to no onions on top. My pollo con arroz didn't seem to have cheese on it. Husbands chorizo pollo didn't come with the tortillas it was supposed to. We added an extra side of cheese and a fountain drink.... Over $8 for a 4 oz cup of chunky cheese and a cup mostly full of ice. Just about $60 for these five items. Not worth it whatsoever. Maybe better if we dined in? First time we've been disappointed here. read more

We came in with a large party and they accommodated us right away. The place is clean and lively. We started off with margaritas. They were great. Then I shared salsa, queso, street tacos with chicken, fajitas.. everything was delicious. Tacos were a bit bland but I added salsa verde to enhance the taste. We also got table side guacamole. I highly recommend that. They make you fresh guac at your table. Service was amazing, and super prompt considering we were a large party. Our servers never rushed us, and were very patiently taking our orders. So special shout-out for them. I recommend this place if you're in the mood of some good and tasty Mexican food . read more

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I live in Baltimore city and I will happily drive 45 minutes to come to this place to eat. The quesadillas are amazing my son love the chicken fingers did not leave one bite on his plate and my pregnant girlfriend said I'm getting lucky tonight. Bless God for these people in their amazing food read more

Decor is very cool and true to their roots. When I came in I tried the street tacos, with three different meats (birria, carne asada, and chicken). The chips and salsa they gave me before the meal were great too, they had a "white salsa" that I've never encountered before Great portion sizes and service! Next time I need some mexican food in harford county I know where I'm going read more

Adrian was a great park of the amazing experience La tol techa has to offer they have amazing food amazing service a staple in bel air

This was my first time here as I was in the area I wanted nachos so I ordered here. I enjoyed my food. I like that it comes with chips and salsa both red and white. The guy at the front I didn't get his name was friendly. I will go back for sure. read more

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Food was really good. The waiters helped us get the ketchup out of the bottle. Very friendly and kind.

The arroz con pollo is always delicious. I've already had it twice. The service is excellent every time we go in there at both places. The ambiance makes you feel like you're at a fiesta every time you enter the restaurant. 10/10 I would recommend this restaurant. read more

Staff is always very friendly. I go here almost everyday and the food is always amazing!

One of my favorite Mexican restaurants in bel air. They do authentic cuisine including amazing table side guacamole! The white salsa is so tasty too! Be careful on their margaritas, they sneak up on ya! Jake n kev read more

We are in town visiting family and happened upon this restaurant. We travel all over the country and this is by far the best Mexican restaurant we have had the pleasure of dining at. The food was outstanding, the drinks were delicious and the service was top notch. Tony gave us 5-star service from the beginning and made the experience superior to any we have had in awhile. We will absolutely be back the next time we are in town. I highly recommend you choose this place over any others. Thank you La Tolteca! read more

Best Mexican place around. Everything is super authentic and affordable. The whole staff is pleasant and accommodating. I get the Gordo's burrito everytime and I recommend it to everyone thinking about dining here. It's even one of Cal Ripken Jrs favorite restaurants in the state of Maryland and I completely agree. read more

¡Viva Familia! ¡Vida Tolteca! The best atmosphere you can ask for. Family business that cares. read more

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Best place on earth (Bel Air location Favorite) food is amazing. i have had everything on the menu over the 20 yrs plus going there. people are so friendly. it could be your own "Cheers" read more

My go-to place for standard Mexican food! The table side guacamole is perfect. I can make my whole meal on this and their frozen margaritas. I have never had a meal here that disappointed me. read more

5/5 food 5/5 atmosphere 5/5 service Overall great food and service! 10/10 i recommend if you wanna give your taste buds a tasty treat! read more

I stopped for lunch because I was craving enchiladas and this place was close with good reviews. It was a little busy for lunch rush but I was immediately seated inside. They also have a tent set up for outside seating. The waiter was quick and friendly. I ordered the three enchiladas lunch special which came with a bean, beef and chicken enchilada. All were were excellent! Authentic with an excellent flavor. I also had a gold Margherita which was equally tasty. Overall, the place was clean with great service and excellent food. I highly recommend a visit. read more

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If you want food poison, this is the place to go. I had vegitarian J and was sicker than I've ever been. I will never eat here again. It's not a clean environment and the service is mediocre at best. It's not worth it. read more

Ordered take out. The staff was friendly. The parking was sufficient. Good pricing. The pricing for food was spot on. I highly recommend the guacamole and chips. I also ordered the enchiladas and beef burrito both items were very good. Can't say anything about the ambience since I didn't dine in. I will definitely return! read more

Spectacular!! Love the fajitas, best around! And the table side guacamole can't be beat!!

I got a margarita with a shot on the side the shot glass is half the size but still $10. I put it next to a real shot glass and also measure it and yep half the size. What a rip off read more

Authentic ambiance and food. Although it's usually busy, the service is quick...just long enough to enjoy some chips, salsa and a cold beer or margarita. read more

I loved this place. After I finished massaging a client, who recommend this place to a late lunch to this awesome place. My waiter was super fast and attentive. 2 salsa dips with a veganized version the Veggie Fajitas. Everything was perfect, lots of yummy flavors. The decor in the place was cute. Menu was organized and straight to the point. read more

Came by at dinner time on a Sunday night. Very busy, no line. Got a table for two right away. I love the complimentary chips and salsa; the white sauce is my favorite, but the red salsa is good, too. I was a little disappointed when I ordered a glass of red sangria. It was the tiniest, serving - no ice, and I basically drank it in about two or three sips. I ordered a chicken taco salad which was very good; it was served with a tomato wedge, shredded lettuce and sour cream. I would like to have had shredded cheese, too. Overall, good place. Lots of menu selections. Highly recommend. read more

La Tolteca - Complimentary chips and salsa. - Mexican Near Me - Bel Air, Maryland

This is my favorite Mexican food place in Bel Air. You have to order the homemade guacamole. It's made right in front of you and it simply the best guac I have ever tasted. Their fajitas are the bomb.com so definitely order those when you go. They come out sizzling hot and are filled with juicy taste and are just amazing. read more

Food always is good, drinks are excellent. The best part is the table side guacamole, you order it the way you like it and you can't get much fresher. The waiters are friendly and keep me coming back. Even the bus people are friendly and willing to help. Even when they are busy they ate better then most about getting you in. I've been going there about the years and have tried other locations and this seems to be the best. Latin theme and they take care of the interior as well as the exterior. Really enjoy the restaurant. read more

When you bring up authentic Mexican it really does suggest a range of what is considered good. If it's not Tex Mex, Mexican places are either authentic (meaning you'll find stuff like Tortas or tacos with grilled meat, onions and cilantro on the menu) or Americanized (where the dishes are usually smothered in red sauce and cheese.) La Tolteca leans towards Americanized, but the options are bland, the salsa is just plain bad and their idea of what Molé is is atrocious. The staff are nice and the ambience is good, but the food is forgettable. read more

So let's see. I decided to visit after a friend talked so highly of his experience at the Bel Air location. I love Mexican so I was anxious to try a new place. Being right down the street made it even better. We started with the guacamole and crab quesadillas. So I'll say that I can be very very picky. The guacamole was ok... but mine is better :-) . It just lacked a bit of seasoning. I'm gonna take it home and hook it up. The crab quesadillas were very greasy and a little less than average. For entree I ordered the combo which consisted of a taco, enchilada and chalupa. All chicken. I thought it was all a bit less than good. The chicken lacked seasoning. I'll say that it was my fault for expecting a chalupa to be the kind you get from Taco Bell.. it wasn't. It's like a tostada covered in refried beans and guacamole.. My guest was so displeased with how her food looked that she didn't even try hers and sent it back for chicken tenders and fries. My daughter didn't care for her food but she picked at it.. I wound up just ordering her chicken tenders and fries as well. And so I get it. This is not Taco Bell or don pablos. It's authentic Mexican. Probably not the place for my little ones . I'd come back for happy hour and perhaps to try the fajitas. But that's about it.. ooh wait, the salsa was amazing and was the best thing that I had tonight. The salsa was really delicious. Best thing that I had this evening read more

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Love the carnitas with the flour tortillas! Your stomach says go get the fresh guacamole too!

I love their table side fresh Guacamole! That's what brings me there. The other items are very good, but nothing outstanding. read more

Recently went there for carry out. Took the food home and I had always purchased the same dish each time! This time it was really just thrown together! Missing a lot of spices!! No flavor!! Will not go back!!! read more