It's clean was my first impression. Now let me say I have given up in finding true Mexican food in…read morethe UK, so I was skeptical. And it's not true Mexican that I am use to back in the states and that is not a bad thing. The food is what I would call Mexican inspired food and done really well. The lamb taco was more like a small burrito. The enchiladas was also more like a burrito. Now both were done real well I thought the lamb tasted better. The bar area was nice and trendy. Overall a very good experience. Oh the "hot wing" the non fired ones was really really good.

Bedford has always been missing something when it comes to restaurant choice. Foregoing the obvious…read moreomissions of chains such as Ask or Cafe Rouge, there has been one giant missing piece which my taste buds have not thanks me for since moving to the town; the lack of a Mexican restaurant. Whilst many may not agree with me that Mexican food is some of the tastiest, loveliest, most homely cuisine you can honour your tongue with, I happen to absolutely love it. So as soon as I saw the sign, I was in like a shot to make a reservation (definitely something to consider if you want to go at peak times). Let's be honest with ourselves for a moment though. When you've been waiting for and wanting something for a long time, in the end it's more than likely to disappoint. So it was with a certain amount of trepidation that I entered Baja yesterday evening ready, as ever an Englishman tends to be, for disappointment. What I got was an explosion of spice, flavour and a sense that I'd been returning to this place again and again. I'd just found the best food in Bedford by quite some way. The restaurant itself is clean and modern, with just the right amount of colour to set the scene. A combination of tables and booths overlook, well not too much to be honest. The view outside wasn't spectacular (just some empty shops), but the view on my table turned out to be more than adequate. (As an aside, the bar at the back of the restaurant does have a better outlook, with the Castle Mound and river just in sight). I started with a bowl of Breaded Calamari and Tentacles, which was not only delicious, but also came in a portion that could feed a family of four. I'm definitely not complaining though; the squid was a perfect texture and the breadcrumbs gave a satisfying crunch. Spot on. There was the risk that after such a humongous starter, there wouldn't be any room left for the main course. That was until it made its heavenly appearance on the table in front of me. My Enchilada was stuffed with chicken, Mexican rice and beans, and sat on a bed of passata. Topped off with melted Monterey Jack cheese, salsa and crema, it practically melted in the mouth. There was a hint of coriander running through the dish, which set the whole thing off for me. As my Mexican-loving eyes are probably too big for my belly, I also chose Frijoles as a side. Black, pinto and kidney beans, refried and topped with crema and melted cheese. They were truly stunning. I could have happily sat and had a couple of those as a meal on their own. My dining companions' food was also very well received. In particular, the Big Baja Salad was a definite hit, coming in its own huge edible tortilla bowl and with more lamb than any one person would dare to eat in one sitting (again, not a complaint). Desert was a big no as we were all completely stuffed from the wonderful food, though next time I'll try and save enough room to sample a Sweet Chimichanga. The only real disappointment was with our cocktail. Our mojitos tasted of not much other than rum and definitely needed more than the single leaf of mint that had been put in the glass. But that's not really much of a complaint, when the meal itself was so well prepared. I made a point of saying before the meal arrived that I hoped I would finally find a restaurant in Bedford that I would want to return to frequently. I found it.

I Love Mexican food and this place is within 20 mins driving distance and is also easily accessible…read moreby the Uxbridge underground. I've been here a few times with vegetarian members of my family as there's a good variety to chose from. On this occasion I went with my hubby and we pigged out literally ... Full rack of ribs and pulled pork tacos...I loved the tacos more and will definitely be having those again. There's so much on the menu, so something for everyone. We loved the hot hot hot habanero chicken wings and couldn't wait to down a pint of chilled water, but the service was so slow.

I visited this place again today for lunch, the food and the service was much better than in the…read morepast. Original review : I have been to this restaurant a couple of times. We visited today for a quick lunch, sadly it wasn't the best experience. Although the service was friendly, it was a little slow at times. I ordered chilli beef flatbread, I wish I hadn't it was quite doughy and the sweet potato was almost raw. After complaining this was taken off the bill. My partner had pulled pork, however this arrived on the cool side and was quite greasy. Generally it isn't the worst place to dine, however there is room for improvement.

This has to be one of my favourite restaurants and a must for anyone who likes Mexican food. It is…read moreupstairs, in a really old historic building. The beams inside are genuine, and it has a really cosy atmosphere. I have eaten here on numerous occasions, the food is consistently good, and the staff very friendly. Prices are good too. I really liked their stuffed chilli peppers, which is a starter. They are stuffed with cream cheese, and served with a spicy jam. They are yummy, my mouth is watering just thinking about them. Hmm, think I will have to book a table!!!!

This place is great for Mexican food.There is also a cocktail bar on the upper level great before…read moreyou have your meal. The fahijtas are too die for along with great friendly customer service. Just dont wear heels as the stairs are very steep!

Really great (and pretty much only) Mexican joint in the area. Great customer service with…read moreauthentic Mexican layout and cuisine. The burritos and churros were great as well as most of their drinks. Very hip layout, great variety of choices and offers much more cuisine than just burritos!

I rarely visited to eat here as it's one of the more unassuming restaurants in the complex but safe…read moreto say, it's been reliably decent every time I have visited or ordered lunch to take away

Living in Texas, one food you eat a lot of is Tex-Mex so you tend to be able to tell what's good…read moreand what isn't. Coming to the UK, I didn't expect there to be great Tex-Mex options but I did think there would be a few places of over-priced imitations, which i'm sorry to have to say that this place is. My first impressions of the place were very positive, the restaurant is tastefully decorated in authentic Mexican décor and has a classy feel to it. During the week they do a happy hour from 5-7pm and have a nice bar and waiting area where you can enjoy some of their great cocktails. To eat I had nachos and smoky chipotle barbecue chicken wings as a starter and some ribs and Cajun chicken as a my main; a tender half rack of ribs and a cajun chicken breast covered with bacon and melted jack cheese served with jalapeño coleslaw. This was all washed down with a few cervezas, Corona to be specific, which i'm sorry to say was the only thing I couldn't fault. On previous visits I have tried the enchiladas, burritos and sliced fajita steak. They did taste good but nothing to write home about and some of them I could have made better myself at home. Unfortunately that's usually the thing you get with chain restaurants; an overpriced imitation of a certain type of food. There are things I lived about Chimichanga and I have been here a few times. The food is tasty in parts but not at the price it's being sold for. If you try it just don't expect authentic Tex-Mex and treat it as something to fill you up and their take on Tex-Mex. However, at £50-60 for two people, for that price I'd prefer to go somewhere I know the food is great and that I'd get my money's worth.

This place is happening! The food is tasty, fresh and of excellent value. The staff are brilliant…read morehosts and its lovely to sit outside with a cold Pacifico (Mexican) beer in the sunshine. I want to take everyone I know to La Cabana this summer.

I was initially hesitant to visit, but my husband and I met a friend there, and am I ever glad I…read morewent! The decor was phenomenal. Absolutely unique, and made one feel happy for some reason. The ambiance was perfect, the menu was hilarious, and there were board games and books to take advantage of, The service was absolutely phenomenal. The guy behind the counter was friendly, helpful, funny, and made our eating experience better for his serving us. The food was fantastic! We had some tapas, a chicken and avocado salad (and when I asked to substitute steak for the chicken and pay for the difference, it was done), and a Matador burger, all with drinks and dessert. The drinks were delicious, refreshing, and well thought out, the salad was perfect (though admittedly a bit on the small side for the price), the tapas were wiped-clean in a matter of 30 minutes, and the Matador Burger, though nothing to write home about, was filling and yummy. We did pay extra for the sweet potato fries, and were a bit disappointed by the amount of fries that extra $1.25 will get you, but with drinks and dessert it ended up a blessing in disguise. The sticky toffee sundae was something I wish I could eat every day of my life, and the churros (accompanied by two dipping sauces) were surprisingly good! (Being a Californian I have pretty high expectations of Mexican foods, expectations that Britain has managed to almost thoroughly crush, so these were a pleasant surprise). We look forward to coming back for breakfast and board games!

Definitely the best Mexican restaurant in the UK. Iv tried near enough everything off the menu and…read moreit's all delicious. The cocktails here are also amazing, definitely try a Coronarita! All the Jarrito flavours are nice but the Mexican Cola is definitely my favourite. The servers are all lovely and very friendly. The restaurant is very clean and themed really well. Love this place and try to come as often as we can.

Best Mexican food I've had in England! Good job! We had the chili nachos and the pork verde…read moreenchiladas . Plus buy 1 get 1 margarita pitchers *one note from a friend though, the red sauce on the burrito was too sweet.

Manuel's is a very cute, little mexican restaurant in the old town part of Swindon. The menu is…read morevery authentic and their is a choice for everyone though it is small. The staff are very friendly and the atmosphere is cosy. Portion size is generous and the food is the best mexican i have had in the UK. I would definetly recommend Manuels.