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    La Vaca Mexican Grill

    4.1 (52 reviews)
    Closed 9:00 am - 9:00 pm

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    Cheese not melted ice cold center
    Bob M.

    Service friendly, place clean, food is the reason for a low score. One other table beside us so no excuse for the long service time and no lie ice cold food. The cheese didnt melt in a deep fried chili. Pouring a warm sauce over something out of the fridge doesnt heat it up. Heres the gotcha cook you premade the food portioned in the fridge so all you have to do is sauce and serve. Ive been around food service long enough to know the games. You precook so you dont have to make it at night. Which leads to oh we didnt sell as many so we have it made for tomorrow. Thats pure lazy, your customers pay for fresh to order, left overs are for home. Your a discrase to real cooks.

    Chicken, steak, and chorizo tacos
    Ecinor S.

    I absolutely love this spot! Everyone is so friendly and makes you feel welcomed. I was recommended a Mango Auga Fresca and IT.. IS... DELICIOUS! There are other flavors but I tried the mango and you definitely can tell it's made with real fruit. My normal go to as far as tacos are chicken, chorizo, and steak! Mmm! You've gotta check them out!! *chefs kiss*

    Pupusas
    Kevin C.

    Went for lunch on a Saturday with a group of 7--four adults, a teen, and two children--and had an absolutely fantastic experience! I ordered the Shrimp Chimichanga dish, and it was amazing! It came with rice, beans, and a salad, and every bite was perfection. I also tried a side of pupusa, and wow--it was just as delicious! The dipping sauces were the perfect complement. Everyone in our group raved about their meals, from the adults to the kids, which says a lot! Even the iced tea stood out--it wasn't overly sweet, just perfectly refreshing. The prices were great, the service was excellent, and the entire experience was simply wonderful. Hands down, the best Mexican restaurant I've been to in a long time. I can't recommend it enough and will definitely be back with more friends and family!

    Asada tacos
    Lisa E.

    La Vaca is where to go for incredible Mexican cuisine! I'm addicted to their pupusas, birria tacos, and steak tacos so I don't venture far from these dishes. They are literal perfection! I also love the Jamaica tea. My husband was pleased with the chicken burrito, which was mild in flavor compared to say birria flavors. More importantly, visit this place and spread the word, 1.50 tacos on taco Tuesday!!!

    Fresh made tortillas
    Rebekah W.

    After seeing lots of hype, we decided to give La Vaca a try, and we were not disappointed! From fire music choice to fiery sauce, it was a great choice to celebrate our marriage proposal anniversary! Sodas are sold by the can, or they have Jarritos in bottles and homemade drink options. And, they have that good crunchy ice! I ordered the Quesabirria tacos and they were served with beef consommé, chopped onions and cilantro. DELICIOUS! The meat was tender, well cooked, seasoned, and just good eats. The rice was well cooked and flavorful, as well as the refried beans. The salsa isn't chunky, but very flavorful and mild as far as spice level. My husband got the combination fajitas and really enjoyed them. He chose the flour tortillas and they were good as well. The guacamole was made fresh to order and was very good. We really liked the chips as they were thick and crunchy, and not salty. The salsas bright with the meal was a salsa verde -mild, and what I believe is a habanero sauce-spicy, but flavorful. They also had Texas Pete and Valentino on the tables. I will definitely be back...probably tomorrow, because they do $1.49 Taco Tuesday! The server was great! Kind and attentive! Just get there and get some great food! And, they serve breakfast!

    Pozole
    Christina N.

    So glad I finally checked this place out! I ordered the pozole and it was so good! I did get it to-go, as well as some horchata, which was also delicious. The staff were so sweet and welcoming! I'm looking forward to going again and trying their tacos or a torta!

    Quesabirria tacos
    Charity S.

    The Quesabirria tacos were so bland and burnt. Not sure why the reviews are so high, but from a person who loves seasoned food this did not hit the spot. It was so crispy and black it did not look edible. This is my first and last time eating at this restaurant. Look at the picture it looks like a burnt grilled cheese sandwich

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    Food was fresh, service was super friendly and very clean! We enjoyed every minute of our lunch. Will def be back!

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    7 months ago

    The Service was on point... Food was fire ... I will be back again... Everything from Pupusa, burritos, salad, horchata is delicious ...

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    8 months ago

    Bricia and all the staff were very attentive . Food was amazing!!! I will be returning!!!

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    1 year ago

    Fantastic varied menu close to the airport off the beaten path. Many specials- fantastic enchiladas verde- great and friendly service!

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    2 years ago

    Very clean, lots of staff, quick for take-out. Food is delicious! And they take Apple Pay!

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    11 months ago

    service good food amazing people are very nice and kind and also very hard working but the time wait isn't too long but it's def worth it

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    2 years ago

    Place is gross. It's all over the place. Pupusas? Tell what's Mexican about that? The food is mediocre and the service is just as bad.

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    2 years ago

    Great food and good prices! Love Taco Tuesday! Service is good and they are very attentive.

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    Baked potato & hush puppies.
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    First time going to AmberJack and definitely not the last. Service was amazing, the drinks were…read morefire, and the fried fish and crab was delicious. I loved that they start you off with hush puppies and chicken soup. Which is such a comforting touch. Don't skip checking out the boat shaped bar and their homemade cakes!!

    Went in on Saturday, June 22nd, for a relaxing dinner with my husband -- I wanted something…read moredifferent from the usual, and let me just say... I'm so glad we chose this place! There was no wait when we arrived, and we were immediately greeted by the sweetest hostess, Camila . Her warm smile and kind energy honestly set the tone for the night. Never underestimate how much a genuinely nice welcome can uplift your mood! Our server, Sherry, was just as lovely -- super attentive and quick to take our drink orders . She brought out a basket of hush puppies and OMG -- I am absolutely in love. These were hands down the best hush puppies I've had in the area -- crispy outside, soft inside, and full of flavor. I could've eaten a whole tray! Once I asked for a drink recommendation, Sherry didn't hesitate to help. My husband noticed they had lobster tails on the menu, and you know I had to go for it. I ordered the lobster tail meal with a baked sweet potato on the side. My husband chose the Amberjack cheeseburger with a side of mac & cheese . While we waited for our entrées, I hit up the salad bar , which was fresh and well-kept. The veggies looked bright and crisp -- no wilted greens here! When our food came out, I was truly excited -- my lobster tail was beautifully plated with thoughtful garnishes, but the real magic started the second I took a bite . The flavor was chef's kiss -- perfectly seasoned, with just the right hint of lemon and a buttery finish. I didn't even have to reach for extra butter -- it was already that good. Later, when I spoke to the owner, I found out the secret was something called Jimmy's seasoning, and trust me, it works! My husband really enjoyed his burger -- cooked perfectly and full of flavor. He even let me try his mac & cheese, and let me tell you... creamy, cheesy, and straight-up comfort food heaven. My only minor critique: the antipasta salad from the salad bar wasn't quite up to par. The pasta was a bit overcooked and lacked the zesty vinaigrette flavor I usually look for. But hey, if that's the only thing I could point out, you know the rest of the experience was top-tier! Before we left, I asked Camila if I could speak with the owner, and she kindly introduced me to Corona (that's what the regulars call him). This man is clearly passionate about what he does. We chatted about the food, and I even mentioned how I regretted not coming in sooner -- this place had been sitting on my "Want to go" list for way too long! Corona was genuinely open to feedback, even apologizing for the salad bar issue and thanking me for pointing it out. His love for the restaurant shines through, and it makes a world of difference knowing that the owner personally cooks the lobster tails to ensure perfection. All in all, this spot is perfect whether you're grabbing a meal with the family or looking for a sweet date night. The décor is welcoming, and the ambiance matches the menu beautifully. Oh, and one last thing... I brought home some extra hush puppies and reheated them the next morning. They paired so well with my coffee that I'm honestly dreaming about going back for more. Highly recommend!

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    Wine Spectator award wall; lots of awards along the wall... these are only two of them!
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