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    Lily's Mexican Restaurant

    4.1 (153 reviews)
    InexpensiveMexican
    Open 4:00 pm - 9:00 PM

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    What's the vibe?
    Moderate noise
    Casual
    Good for kids
    Good for groups

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    Tacos
    Abigail R.

    Came for the Margaritas but stayed for the service and the customer service! This is a family run business and every member who we got to interact with was incredible! Each Margarita is made by hand and they are so good and strong! I would recommend going the 24 oz size! I order tacos and they were so good! They have a salsa bar so I got to sample some of their selections and every meal starts with chips and salsa! Loved the decor and the home feel of the restaurant!

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    Devon B.

    Lily's was okay. I don't need to go back, but I am glad to have tried it and supported them because the workers were all very nice. However, the service was incredibly inefficient and the food was just okay. Further, the inside had some authentic touches, which was nice, but it could use a little bit of a face lift

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    Noel F.

    Wonderful place. It's unassuming on the outside, but don't let it fool you! Their margarita is one of the best I've had! Everyone that worked there was so kind, and you could tell there was a lot of love for what they were doing. It was busy on a Saturday night but not overwhelming.

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    Charles M.

    Don't let the hole in the wall vibe scare you away; the food is incredible! They have a salsa bar. The chili con queso was stellar! I had the half chicken with rice, beans, and guacamole salad with corn tortillas. The tortillas held up well, and they were warm and fresh. The chicken was super tender and moist with a nice sear / char. Everything was seasoned nicely. The rice was great as well. The place could use a good deep cleaning, but I'll definitely be back!

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    Neal M.

    A humble establishment offering the taste of Mexico at its most authentic. Environment: when you walk into the restaurant, it feels like you're entering the Esparza family home. There's nothing fancy about this restaurant, but when you're eating authentic Mexican food, you don't need that type of ambience at all. There are several tables set up for parties of 2 and 4, and a small bar in the back that's mixing up margaritas and more. You order at the counter and then grab a seat wherever there's an open spot. You're given a basket of chips and there's a salsa bar near the back where you can self serve among 4 different types of delicious salsa. We will know that the chips are on the crunchier side, they aren't thin, Cantina style like you would find at other restaurants. Once you're done with your meal, you come up to the bar table to pay your tab. The family of this restaurant are some of the kindest and most authentic people I've met, and they deserve all the praise for the heart and soul they've put into this restaurant. Food/Drink: to eat, we got one plate of three cheese, enchiladas and one plate of two chicken enchiladas and a chile relleno. Plates are served with rice and beans. This food was extremely fresh and spectacular-- the most authentic we've had in St. Louis and one leaves you extremely satisfied but that makes you wish you had more. The enchiladas are cooked to have a crispy exterior and come with a deep and full bodied sauce, a combo that makes them super crave-able. we will say that the enchiladas were a little bit dry, but if you add some of the salsa from the bar on top, it fixes everything. The chile relleno what's the perfect balance of rich, salty, fresh, and crispy... exactly what a chile relleno should be. It was true highlight of our meal. With regards to the salsa, they have a bar with four to choose from-- all of heat/spiciness. All are homemade, fresh, and authentic... unlike any other Mexican restaurant in the city. Options are: hot tomatillo with chile de Arbol, medium traditional, hot smokey, and mild smokey. The hot tomatillo with chile de Arbol was our favorite, but the traditional was also light and refreshing with a small kick at the end. The margaritas here are an absolute star as well. We highly recommend getting the Lily special Margarita. It comes in three flavors-- we got the amaretto flavor and kahula flavor. The first one is more on the sweeter side, and the Kahlua flavor is less sweet and has some notes of cacao. Highly highly highly recommend with your meal. They made fresh at the bar and have a nice foam on top that adds something special to the margarita that we've never had before. Rating: 4.5/5, truly one of the most authentic restaurants we've been to that delivers immensely on the food. We took off points for the confusing ordering scheme and the slightly dry enchiladas, but that really should not distract you from coming to this restaurant. We will most definitely be back sooner rather than later. We found a new favorite Mexican restaurant in the city! We recommend coming early, this restaurant fills up very quickly! You might have a longer wait time for your food the later you come!

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    John K.

    Great restaurant on S. Kingshighway. Mom, Dad and Son family business. You go up to the window to order food. We started with margaritas and queso. We tried the margaritas with grand marnier and it was smooth and very enjoyable. Salvador, the father, is the bartender and cashier. Salvador is very friendly and made sure we had everything we needed. We ordered from the son who pointed out his favorites on the menu. He said they've been in business 24 years, 21 years at their current location. The son said his Mom is the chef. After you order you receive a tray with tortilla chips and small containers for salsa. They have a small bar with three salsas from mild to spicy. The queso seems homemade and not from a jar. It has a cheesier taste and consistency which we liked. I got the steak fajitas and they were good. The meat needs more seasoning. Most of the meat pieces were tender. I really like the grilled bell peppers. There's no parking lot but it was easy to find street parking near the restaurant.

    Kiana F.

    Very good local, family business. Very fresh margaritas, delicious! Best queso I've had ! You feel like you are at home or someone's house!

    Rice, beans, sope, taco, tostada
    Emma B.

    Extremely delicious. Owners were kind. Best marg I've ever had. Very authentic. Can't wait to go back!

    Tamale, enchilada, poblano pepper combo

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    One of my favorite Mexican spots in town. Worth the wait! Try the steak ala mexicana!!

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    10 months ago

    The rice is absolutely delicious, family run business with kind and good people. Good experience (:

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    11 months ago

    Great authentic food. Very delicious. The tamales were awesome. Yelp needs more characters so here they are.

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    1 year ago

    Great food and great owners! It is a piece of Mexico in St. Louis. I need to return soon.

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    The food is amazing, service is perfect! I love the atmosphere and the people working here!

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    Possibly the worst place ever. You can see them washing dishes but fixing meals. No buouno.

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    6 years ago

    Great authentic Mexican food, friendly staff. Area was a little smoky initially, but don't let that turn you away. Check them out!!

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    4.6(346 reviews)
    3.3 miBenton Park
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    Came here on a winter Monday and it wasn't too busy and we got a table for two without a…read morereservation. I wasn't super hungry so we got chips and salsa and guacamole to share and my friend got the chicken fajita. The salsa comes with two different salsa options, both were a bit spicy. The guacamole was classic and came out with a cute serving spoon. They had lots of food options but it's a bit more expensive than most Mexican spots in the city. I think my friend was a little disappointed that there was an up charge to add vegetables to her fajita and the portion wasn't as big as she thought it might for a $20 plate, but it tasted good. Super nice service and cute on the inside. They have a back patio that's very big and heated. Street parking.

    This is definitely my favorite Tex-Mex cuisine in St Louis. Arzola's always delivers great food…read morewith exceptional service. Tonight was no different. I started with the most delicious Ultimate Margarita and enjoyed the Arroyo steak fajita burrito....oh my goodness! Others in my party shares the Steak Fajitas and my daughter went to the 7th level of delight as she drank the airfoam Margarita! Complimentary birthday shots were the icing on the cake. We love sitting out on Arzola's large covered patio and a well placed heater as it was a tad chilly. Great atmosphere, great service and even better food and drink.

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    From the inside and out, every inch of this place was covered in vibrant, bold, colors. The mexican…read morePapel Picado decorations and designs created such a festive, lively, celebratory feel. The music in the background and terracotta designs highlighted the threads of Mexican culture but made the Homer statue appear to be a little out of place! Definitely a fun dining experience. The outdoor seating felt super spacious. It was a beautiful day and temperate weather to be able eat outside. It did have numerous umbrellas and a covered portion which kept most of the seating shaded. The service was friendly and attentive. The food was good. I was a little disappointed with the bread used for the Torta. I was expecting a bolillo type bread where it the outside is a crisp crust but the inside is airy, chewy and sweet. Instead it was a Telera Bread that was like a very crumbly messy french roll. The pieces of chicken were very thin and cut into strips instead of one patty. It was very dry and not much flavor. The fries were potato-y but not seasoned or salty. Very bland. The aroma of all the food was phenomenal. But tasting the flavors and eating the dishes didn't quite live up to the hype of my super smeller.

    I came here for a late dinner after a play and I was happy their hrs kept them open late on a…read moreSunday evening. Parking garage available . Upon walking in, well lit , spacious and plenty of colors . Very cosmic theme and alot of conversation pieces . I really enjoyed browsing around and taking in the designs. Kudos to my friend for recommending this hidden gem . Seating was plentiful. Staff were friendly and service was speedy and hot. I ordered a banana /papaya margarita on the rocks. Strong and delicious! I ordered the arroz con with shrimp. My mom ordered the parilada and my sister a steak fajita. All dishes were hot , plentiful and fulfilling. Prices were reasonable.

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