During a trip to Tempe my friend and I were wandering around downtown looking for a good spot for happy hour. We noticed Loco Patron had a happy hour so we decided to pop in. As it's located in the main drag, parking is going to be in paid lots or garages, but there are plenty of options close by. You seat yourself and can select between the bar, booths or tables. We opted for a table and were promptly greeted by our server. As it was taco Tuesday, we decided to order tacos and I opted for the blackberry margarita. The tacos were definitely big and packed full of meat and toppings. While far from authentic street tacos, they had good flavor. Definitely a great bang for your buck during happy hour. The margarita was refreshing as well. With ample TVs, this would be a great spot to grab a drink and dinner while catching a game. read more

Loco Patron - Chicken street taco & blackberry margarita - Mexican Near Me - Tempe, Arizona

Total Loco Patron fans!!! Usually we go to the one in Scottsdale but just so happened to be in the Tempe area on Taco Tuesday. They were extremely busy. First impression wasn't great because there were no tables, and it was a seat yourself situation. So we found a table but then had to clean it off ourselves. Still sat there a good 20 mins before we were acknowledged. Again they were swamped. Service was a whole lot better once the crowd died down. We love the nachos. And I love the crunchy tacos. Today we tried the loaded waffle fries because we saw someone else ordering. They were good but we totally prefer the nachos. Best nachos I've had in the valley Had to add the cookie skillet! Could decide on the dessert so asked if we could have some churro on it. It was bomb! Few weeks later: lol still thinking about how my husband tipped 35-45% because our waitress sobbed to him how she hadn't really been tipped all day. I don't know....... We are naturally good tippers, like always 20% bare minimum and if service exceptional we tip higher. But we had 3 tickets (stayed awhile and kept ordering another round of drinks) and he felt bad and obligated to tip more. Don't get me wrong...... we really loved our server and our service but this "guilt trip" frustrates me. It's like we made up for everyone prior for not tipping. Seems unprofessional to share that with your customer. read more

Loco Patron - Mexican Near Me - Tempe, Arizona

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Popped in before attending the concert for food and drinks. We sat at the bar and were immediately attended to. I had a marg and the spicy shrimp which I found to be tasty. This place is conveniently located on Mill next to everything. Definitely give the a try if you're in the area. read more

Loco Patron - Mexican Near Me - Tempe, Arizona

Food was great and staff was friendly. Location was easy to find, only paid parking nearby. Parking is close by, pay by QR code or app. Crunchy Taco Plate was delish .. a little pricey ($17) for 2 tacos but it was filling. Mexi rice was the perfect side for it. The chips and salsa were free (1st round) but salsa didn't have much flavor and was watery. Lots of TV screens to catch a game or two. read more

Loco Patron - Crunchy Tacos Plate & Chips & Salsa - Mexican Near Me - Tempe, Arizona

Service was okay, loved the buffalo shrimp. Great place to watch sports games, they put on what we asked for. Lots of tvs, the food wasn't insane or anything but it's definitely not a spot i would avoid. It was all good/okay. HUGE margaritas!!! read more

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A solid option for casual dining and affordable drinks, conveniently located on Mill Avenue. The restaurant features both outdoor seating and a spacious indoor bar, creating a lively and accommodating atmosphere. The food is enjoyable and reasonably priced, and the staff were friendly and attentive throughout the visit. I would recommend stopping by to explore their happy hour offerings. read more

Loco Patron - Smothered Burrito Grande - Mexican Near Me - Tempe, Arizona

Randomly decided to pop in one night on Mill Ave because I was CRAVING some tacos. I believe they do provide you with a round of chips and salsa and the menu is pretty big. I ended up getting two tacos with rice and refried beans. The food was absolutely delish. But the service was terrible. I mean the food took so long and we barely got our waters refilled. I was super hungry so maybe I could've been hangry too. But I mean the service was so slow I thought I server went home . Anyway, this place still gets 4 starts because the food was awesome and the prices are good as well. I definitely go back when I'm less hungry to see if my experience is less dramatic haha read more

Loco Patron - Mexican Near Me - Tempe, Arizona

Okay, our first meal since driving from Las Vegas to here! Quality/Quantity - Complimentary Chips and Salsa - It was okay/good, but we were warned to not fill up as they give generous portions here. Bowl of Tortilla Soup - This was just okay, but my wife enjoyed it. She is a soup person and this winter air was a perfect day for it. Steak Sizzling Fajitas and The Sides - I shared with my wife. Generous portions. More than enough for us two, Smothered Burrito Grande - Our guest's order and I was impressed he finished this but not surprised. Generous portions, and it was obviously good as this was the first restaurant our guest took us to. Two Enchiladas - Can you believe my daughter finished this by herself!? So it must have been good. I felt it was a huge portion, plus all the sides! And to wash it all down: Our guest did not even know that they brewed their own beers here, so I guess he will come even more often now. AZ Amber - My usual "red," always good. And with a lime. 101 Wheat - Surprised my guest chose such a light beer, maybe we wanted to make a good first impression on me...? But he knows I/we are heavy drinkers?!?! Loco Gold Sample - Good, but my Amber was better. I enjoyed your Mexican craft beers; it was slightly different from other craft breweries. Lots of promotions, happy hour, etc. See website or my pictures. Atmosphere - Good size location. Cool decor. Both indoor and outdoor spaces. I especially like the indoor/outdoor bar seating, see pictures. Lots of TVs for viewing. Semi open kitchen. Open 7 days a week from 11am to 2am. Their website's and Yelp's hours differ slightly. Not sure about the parking situation as we walked here. Service - Good. Price - $83 + generous tip. Owner Comment - Congrats on your success since 2004 with your 4 locations. Congrats on your success at this location since 2013. read more

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Dylan is the best server in down town mill and he ready made sure that I was gonna be ok and happy to enjoy my concert and he is very helpful! You should come here! read more

Solid tacos. Personally got the street style ones with grilled steak. Also got chips & guac to share -- those were fine. Definitely ordered the smashed potatoes though -- they surprisingly were well seasoned and toasted like French fries but healthy. read more

Really enjoyed it here! There are a ton of TVs so it would be great to go and watch a game. They also had the sound on for the games so it was a good game environment if you wanted to watch a big game there. First we got the guacamole and chips. It was really good. Much chunkier than a normal guac and had some heat. But I still really like it. I then go the crunch tacos plate because it was their specialty. DELICIOUS. It was so good. Every part of it. Highly recommend. It also comes with two sides which is nice. read more

Loco Patron - House Guacamole & Chips - Mexican Near Me - Tempe, Arizona

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This is great Mexican food at a decent price in the heart of Tempe. The service is typically very speedy, making it ideal for local offices to hit up for lunch or happy hour. I've only tried various types of tacos but they have all been amazing, and the lively upbeat energy of the place is fun! read more

Very busy, lively atmosphere during the art festival in Tempe...... Service was good and we enjoyed the Nachos con queso blanco. read more

Loco Patron - Nachos - Mexican Near Me - Tempe, Arizona

I came by during work and had the Birria Quesadilla. It was actually the best quesadilla I've probably had in a while. They were also pretty speedy with the order. Look forward to coming back again! read more

Pleasantly surprised. The asada was tender. Pastor flavorful. Service was attentive and ambiance was youthful and vibrant. I will return for sure read more

Colleagues and I were in town for business and this place was nearby our hotel. Our plates were pretty tasty! I had the grande burrito with carnitas. It was huge. The pork was perfectly cooked. The refried beans were entirely pure. They tasted good and maybe that's just how they are on this area but that was a little odd to me. The menu did say the burrito contained fajita grilled veg and they weren't joking. I did wish they were maybe cut up a little more to make it easier to cut/eat. Service was fine. The restaurant is pretty noisy. I can't imagine if it was busier than the sleepy early Sunday eve when we went. They also have a TON of tv screens-- it's like a sports bar on steroids. read more

Loco Patron - Street Cart Taco Plate - Mexican Near Me - Tempe, Arizona

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Taco Tuesday!!! They have a great deal on tacos and they're delicious! My fave is the crunchy Pork Carnitas...great flavor and the toppings compliment it. The Smashed Potatos were seasoned well AND are on the happy hour menu. The star of the show are their wings! They're cooked perfectly crunchy and amazing flavor. The one on Mill Ave is always a fun location. read more

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What a great find today for a late lunch. After a not so good stop at another eatery earlier in the day we were so happy to have such a better and more delicious experience here. The place was pretty empty when we arrived and we were able to sit right away. Our server was wonderful and brought us waters right away as the heat was picking up along with some chips and salsa. We ordered the Quesabirria tacos with rice and Mexican coleslaw as our sides along with chicken tenders and fries. Everything came out quick and looked great. The tacos were amazing. I only wish they were so doused in consommé. The tortilla was soggy so fast. The flavors however were fantastic. The beer selection were also good...well minus the cactus cooler local beer we tried. Harsh, horrible aftertaste. I think part of the issue was the samples were so warm since the glasses came the same way. Next time I'll opt for something different to try. Vibe was fun and great view of A mountain and the Hayden Flour Mill. read more

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This is a very loud, fun, bar restaurant with multiple screens to watch fights/games. We went during the holidays and the place was decked out for Christmas. There are plenty of seats but it was a little crowded and the seats were crammed. 3/5 Food: I got the drunken taco w the loaded smashed burger and it was very good!! 5/5 would recommend. The consome was very flavorful! The blackberry jalapeno drink was NOT it for me though, it tasted like stale box and left a nasty aftertaste. The Cadillac was good & strong so that made up for the 1st drink. Overall, I would recommend if you're in the area w a group of people. read more

I stopped here with friends while at a concert near Mill Ave. Loco Patron is known for their tacos, margaritas and craft beers. Even though they are a Mexican restaurant, they are more of a drinking establishment for the younger folks. This place is usually packed with college students. Despite how packed this place was when we were here, I thought our waitress did a good job. The food wasn't bad and it was nice to sit down after a full day of being outside. I got the Shrimp Tacos and a Spicy Margarita. Fun place, but the large crazy crowds aren't for me. read more

Loco Patron - Spicy Loco Marg - Mexican Near Me - Tempe, Arizona

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I loved this place. I came in to town to film an interview for a documentary I'm doing and went here for lunch. The service, the food, and the margarita were outstanding. My wife and I go to Mexican restaurants regularly, and this was the BEST Mexican food I've ever had. If we lived in the area, we'd be here often. After filming, I took my crew here for lunch and they said the same thing, "it was the best Mexican food they'd had." read more

Loco Patron - My lunch. - Mexican Near Me - Tempe, Arizona

The queso is so good that I forgot I was drinking. The American mule is so good I forgot I was eating. The tacos were so good I forgot how cheap it all was during happy hour read more

The food is very good! I will say this, this place is located in college town, the crowd are all college kids. We went on a Saturday, and it appeared as they were very short staff. Our food took really long to come out, I believe the man anger approached and apologized for the delay. In the hassle of it all, they forget to bring out my tortillas, never got them. Our waitress checked in on us when she could, again, she was very busy, and did the best she could. Other than that, great flavor. Big portions too. We were all satisfied with our orders. It's a good sports bar for college kids :) read more

Loco Patron - Mexican Near Me - Tempe, Arizona

Went on a weekend, disappointed with the limited menu due to the special event in the area. Loved the crunchy fish tacos & smashed potatoes! read more

Adrian was one of the coolest people I've met tending bar. Incredibly helpful and super fun to talk to. Came late after a concert and he was super cool and accommodating! read more

Food was very good, server was great and the vibe there was very pleasing and calm !!!! read more

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Great spot to post up at the bar and enjoy the game. The carne asada bowl was excellent. Will be back on future trips to Tempe to try more of the menu read more

I've been to Loco Patron Tempe multiple times, and unfortunately I leave disappointed every time -- not because of the food, but because of the service. Being in the industry myself, I know the standard for basic hospitality, and they are far, far below it. Food? 10/10. Always delivers. Service? 2/10. Servers are inattentive, unprofessional, and honestly come across like they don't even want to be there. It kills the whole vibe of the experience. If you're just grabbing food to-go or want a quick bite, sure, go for it -- the kitchen does its job. But if you're looking for somewhere to hang out and actually enjoy the atmosphere, there are definitely better spots in the Valley read more

Food was amazing, bartenders are the best. The environment was awesome for sports, 10/10 all around.

Such a fun spot with awesome food! Came here for dinner with family and we all loved everything we had. Once we learned they brew their own Mexican beers, we definitely had to try them! I had the loco blonde and it was great. For dinner, I had the Al pastor tacos. They had great flavor! I also shared some of the arizona burrito which was also amazing. There was so much meat packed in it! read more

Loco Patron - Al pastor taco with slaw and rice - Mexican Near Me - Tempe, Arizona

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They have a great taco Tuesday promotion and a good happy hour. During lunch I sit at the bar and it's not the fastest service but the food is good. The crunchy tacos and queso are my favs read more

Loco Patron - Crunchy tacos and queso - Mexican Near Me - Tempe, Arizona

Great location on ASU Campus. Genuine sports bar feel. Food was delicious. Better than the central Phoenix location. Crispy tacos were on point. Service could've been better as it wasn't very busy. read more

Very disappointing service I waited a long time just to get ignored by the bartender that served me and my friend a drink he had a attitude I had to keep repeating myself because apparently he couldn't hear me but expect a tip when no common courtesy is given like asking a typical "hey how are you" or just a friendly welcome in for me and my friend honestly was a bit awkward this place doesn't deserve your money so many better options in tempe I just thought Id try something new but this spot blows save your night and avoid this dump read more

Don't remember my servers name but he did a good job. Place has a nice vibe and plenty of TVs to watch the game. I had the margarita and 2 chicken tacos. Everything was really good and I recommend the street chicken tacos. Really good and filled with flavor. read more

I came to meet my friends, pics on yelp made me think it would be good. However, I was underwhelmed. The server was amazing the happy hour deals were on point! But I did not particularly like the lobster tacos. The rice and beans tasted mediocre at best. This is a great place for happy hour and if you drink enough the food will be ok. The location is perfect. read more

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Nice atmosphere. Had a great lunch with family. I had a frozen strawberry margarita, husband had a regular frozen margarita and son had El Patron margarita. All drinks were delicious. Food was hot and fresh and the service was really good too. We sat in the covered outdoor area. Nice weather and great food. Had a great time. read more

Loco Patron - Mexican Near Me - Tempe, Arizona

My friends and I love coming here for some margaritas and Mexican food. They have a wide ranged menu with choices for everyone. The service is always great, and I love that the restaurant is so close to my house! They have booths, high tops, low tables and bar seating. read more

Loco Patron - Lobster tacos - Mexican Near Me - Tempe, Arizona

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Delicious! Enchiladas had great flavor. Loved the queso blanco sauce. Fun spot to sit outside and enjoys the beautiful weather. read more

Loco Patron - Queso blanco enchiladas - Mexican Near Me - Tempe, Arizona

For being a college town, Tempe Mill avenue is not necessarily a cheap place to grab drinks. However local patroons happy hour that lasts until 7:00 has $4 Loco pints of beer during happy hour. When you can get a good tasting IPA for $4 that's actually a good deal. It's also a great place to stop for a beer and food before or after events at Tempe Beach Park. (It's the closest bar to the entrance to the park.) read more

Loco Patron - $4 loco pints during happy hour - Mexican Near Me - Tempe, Arizona

Finally stopped in this place, and I must say I enjoyed it far more than I had expected too. I originally stopped for a beer but wound up trying all of their beers, they have a brewery too, and then ended up getting food. The beer was ok, nothing special but we'll made and tasty, it's not brewed on site, but at their brewery. The tacos I had were delicious, surprisingly good. The vibe of the place is also pretty lively and fun. Service was outstanding at the bar! I'd definitely return, and highly recommend this place if your in downtown Tempe on Mill Ave. read more

Loco Patron - Das Beer and Chips and Salsa. - Mexican Near Me - Tempe, Arizona

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