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    Los Pepes

    4.1 (25 reviews)
    InexpensiveMexican
    Open 8:00 am - 8:00 pm

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    Good for groups
    Good for kids

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    Katherine A.

    The service was ok, I did to go. The place is decorated a very decorative festive vibe. The food was not for me, the carnitas are low quality chicharrones, not chewable and all fat. The same goes for the second torta I ordered as well. I did not try their fruit cups which I will the next time I come back.

    Chilaquiles
    Cassirae R.

    Coffee's always piping hot, service is on point and friendly, the food takes me back to a little taste of home! Salsa rojo is on point; anything I've ordered from here has been tasty and authentic. Try it out

    Everything here was so good i got a torta didn't expect it to be as big as it was and a good price,i stopped from out of town,on top of everything being good everyone's customer service was so good the chef took and cooked our order to perfection!i felt very welcomed I will most definitely stop by again if i am in austin!

    Strawberries & Cream
    kavi r.

    Came here on a Tuesday afternoon and had the Rojas enchiladas, and they were delicious. They have a lot of fresh fruit desserts, so I tried the strawberries & Cream, and it was really good. Will definitely be coming back

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    Linda M.

    THE BEST authentic home made Mexican food in Austin, maybe all of central Texas. If you ever find yourself in northeast Austin craving GREAT Mexican good, this is THE place! It's a bit on the spicy side, after all Mexicans love their chiles, but they are willing to tone it down, guero-style if you prefer.

    Starters...Salsa, Beans and homemade chips
    John M.

    Really hard to believe that this place doesnt have more reviews for as long as its been open...This place was is surely a hole in the wall, out of the way, blink and you will miss it type of place...There is a bit of a language barrier, but we worked thru it...Bang for you buck is about the best you can find...We get the starters...some salsa, chips and Queso...Chips are home made, Salsa was great and small side of beans as well...We werent the biggest fans of the Queso, but the price was right for $2.00...Wife starts with the usual...Beef chiladas, double rice...topped with red sauce...Mine was the Chicken Chiladas with green sauce, beans and rice...Each plate came with 4, yes 4 enchiladas...and they were delish!...all for the average price of $8.99...They were packed, and the sauces were full of flavor...rice was fresh and fluffy...Take the time to check this place out...its well worth it, next stop here will be for breakfast.

    Huarache Azteca

    I can't believe that I live down the street from this place and I have never been here! I picked up food for my daughter my mother and myself all for under $25. We got the gordita and asked for nopales instead of meat;also ordered the combo plate (w/chicken) & the huarache azteca. SO much food!!! The chicken was very tender and seasoned just right, not too salty. No American cheese, all queso blanco, the best and only way to go. Huarache was huge and enough for at least two people. The Gordita wasn't greasy perfect for really hungry and on the go person and was wrapped up so neat, I'll definitely go back when I need something on the go. Son buena gente en los pepes con comida riquísima también i love to support local small business. Highly recommend this place if you leave on Loyola or mlk.

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    5 months ago

    My absolute favorite Mexican restaurant! I come all the time and have for years. The pollo en salsa chipotle is a must try.

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    Ordenas tu comida y luego se les olvida que pediste y al último te dan otra comida que ni pediste que mal servicio la verdad

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    Fantastic tacos and super quick. The chicarrones and carnitas were great. They also have popsicles that were a nice treat.

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    5 years ago

    Comida mexicana estilo luvianos auténtica deliciosa, cocinan con mucho sabor y todos son muy amables!

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    The food is so good but I found a hair and my appetite was ruined. Other than that that is very important, it's good.

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    Suerte

    4.3
    (1.4k reviews)
    4.7 mi
    $$$

    Food and service was amazing. I'd recommend buying food for the table and sharing with everyoneread more

    Best meal of the Austin trip: upscale tacos and housemade masa in a welcoming space…read more Food: 5 Service: 4.5 Atmosphere: 5 Cost to worth it rating: 3 Opentableable: yes Return worthiness: yes Highlights: - Waitress Kelly was wonderful and so professional. She noticed I was ordering dairy items on side and asked about if pesto in guacamole was ok. So astute and kind of her. Also on my friends second drink remembered she didn't want salt or her rim without even asking - Everything tasted so fresh and high quality - Brisket tacos: packed with flavor--maybe it was the wagyu meat or the black magic oil. Freshly made corn tortillas were awesome. Usually corn ones and pretty throwaway meh, but these added to the greatness of the tacos. 5 stars - Duck flautas: crispy covered in mild mole. Loved the mashed potato addition inside for some mellowness and texture. 5 stars - Guacamole: so fresh and that dollop of pesto on top was lovely. Served with crispy masa dippers were impressive almost a 8x11 page size. It was fun to crack off into pieces, but hard to stop eating it. 5 stars - Sweet potato: friend loved these long charred wedges. 4.5 stars - Cocktails were stellar. I got the Don Dario which was a play on a marg and delightful - $12 of a few drinks during lucky hour (Mon-Fri 5-6pm, Sat-Sun 3-5pm) - High energy vibes in a clean, open, tan colored space - Had their bottle water on the table in a champagne bottle which speaks to my heart Midlights: - In East Austin so have to Uber if you are staying more central - Tacos come in orders of 4. Wish it was less so we could've tried more variety. Lowlights - No food discounts for lucky hour - Didn't have time to try the choco taco which looked amaze - Large gap of time between items first few items coming out and the rest

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    Cool vibe
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    La Popular Austin

    La Popular Austin

    4.2
    (603 reviews)
    12.6 mi
    $$

    La Popular continues to be one of my go-to spots for hosting business dinners--it's always a big…read morehit. The authentic Mexican cuisine is consistently on point, both in flavor and presentation, making it a reliable choice when you want to impress. The traditional margaritas with Tajín are a standout and easily a favorite among my group every time--refreshing with just the right kick. On my most recent visit, I tried the new Salmon entree, and it was delicious--perfectly cooked and full of flavor. My coworkers explored a variety of menu options, and every dish received rave reviews: the Carne Asada entrée, Ribeye tacos, Enchiladas Suizas, Chicken Mole Poblano, and Carnitas tacos--all executed beautifully and packed with authentic taste. And of course, the Guacamole and Queso Fundido remains one of my personal favorites--fresh, flavorful, and always a must-order for the table. Between the consistently great food, crowd-pleasing drinks, and overall experience, I'll definitely be back again soon. La Popular never disappoints!

    Beautiful restaurant and excellent service (thank you Juan)…read more Very innovative cocktails. Good chips and salsa. The breakfast burrito was really delicious. Good refried beans, too. I ordered the brunch cachetada and wasn't thrilled. The suiza chicken and runny eggs diluted the flavor and made the cheese crust on the tortilla soggy. I had to add a lot of hot sauce. It needed more texture and flavor. Overall a boring dish. I would definitely return and order something else, however.

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    Arriba Abajo

    Arriba Abajo

    4.3
    (313 reviews)
    5.4 mi
    $$$

    Came here for lunch on a weekday. So the place was very quiet. Only a few other tables were…read moreoccupied. Arriba Abajo as you walked in just gave me all the vibes of a happening place when you want to hang out with friends and have a great time. We ordered the braised ribs rolled tacos for appetizers. It was so fresh and kicking' with all kinds of flavors. I wish I had ordered another one. The avocado sauce layered on the bottom was just enough to keep wanting more. For lunch I ordered the Carneasada Fajitas with chimichurri and my husband ordered the Carneasada Taqueria. With my fajitas came a side of frijoles, green rice & flour tortillas. Corn flour was the other option. Both meals came in pipin' hot & the smell coming from both was very aromatic, zesty & spice. Amazing taste, flavors, just the right amount of marinade on the Carneasada with a hint of lime. It was so delicious while enjoying the ambiance. Our server was a delight and took very good care of us. We didn't order any of their alcoholic beverages since we were both working, but definitely we will be back to enjoy more food and try out their beverages.

    I came here on a rainy evening to grab some drinks with a few friends. We had originally planned on…read moregoing elsewhere but it was rained out so we decided to give this a go. Because Arriba Abajo is mainly an outdoor space, they had to move everyone indoors which meant that they were completely booked. Thankfully, we were able to find a few seats at the bar (also super packed). We ended up ordering a pitcher of their passionfruit margarita & their queso. Bith were really good and I liked their unique take on queso (Ive never seen anyone add chimichurri to it before). The bartender was very attentive and informative about any questions we had. One of the main appeals of Arriba is the outdoor rooftop so Ill have to come back to fully enjoy it!

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    Wagyu Barbacoa Taquitos.
    Wagyu Barbacoa Taquitos.
    Spicy Margaritas & Large   Format Cocktails by the Patio Fireplace

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    Licha's Cantina

    4.1
    (844 reviews)
    4.9 mi
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    Another fun place in Austin! Great Mexican food, great and…read morefast service and the mood here was so cozy and inviting- we really enjoyed our food here. So we were thinking of tacos or Mexican food and my daughter suggested this spot as she had come here with some friends and really enjoyed their sopecitos. I had never had a sopecito! What is that! So we had to try... We were lucky to arrive at the right time (9 pm!) where we got their last table!! Make reservations or something because this is another one of those places that fills up! So- we were taken care of immediately: chips and some very hot salsas were set on the table while we chose. They menu is in QR code format, but we asked and got paper menus as well. Well I got the chicken sopecitos , my daughter got the pork ones and my partner got the meat tacos. Everything was delicious, the food arrived promptly, the portion size was perfect and bountiful and everything was super enjoyable. I really enjoyed trying some New Mexican favorites. Next time I will try some other delicacies since I always get tacos tacos burritos or quesadillas: time for some new items on the menu! Enjoy!

    Could have been much better. Many of their dishes are very…read moresweet, instead of savory. Salsa was the best thing. Music was so loud in the back room areas that you could not even have a conversation with others at your table. When I asked to have the music turned down, I was ignored. Dishes were on the pricer side. We won't be back.

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    Side seating area
    Fonda San Miguel

    Fonda San Miguel

    4.1
    (1.4k reviews)
    4.7 mi
    $$$

    As a Texas native & Austinite, my boyfriend has been going to Fonda for years (they've been around…read moresince 1975 after all). I've only been once and it's definitely not gonna be the last time. In fact, we've got an upcoming reservation that's been on the books for quite sometime. They've managed to remain delicious, relevant and in demand 50 years! That's saying something. I'll tell you what that says...it says they rule! Reservations can be tricky to get but oh so worth it. The bar & atrium are fantastic and they boast a generous happy hour. The restaurant area and entire space are decorated wonderfully. Amazing artwork adorns the walls, they've got extensive art all about, vaulted ceilings and more. It's kind of like being in a hacienda. It feels like you're in Mexico. Truly. The restaurant and food are upscale without being pretentious. How refreshing! Speaking of refreshing...they've got cocktails and mocktails that will knock your socks off. I'm a big fan of the Nojito. My boyfriend loves the Mexican martini (it's primo). Let's talk about food. Wow-wee is it everything and then some. This is the kind of Tex-Mex flavor that sends your tastebuds into a tailspin of goodness! On our visit we did a salsa flight (we did 3 salsas), the queso (melted muenster and Oaxacan), Wagyu beef tacos, and chicken verde enchiladas. We did a spread like that in order to share everything. Food so good I'd give ten stars if I could. I can't put my finger on it but there's just something so special about the food, the taste of it, and the quality. It's just incredible flavor explosion bite after bite. If I had to guess, I'd say the food has been made with love, skill, and attention to detail all these years. Hence, their amazing reputation. Service is beyond compare. Hands down some of the best I've experienced in all of my worldly travels. Fonda San Miguel (Tzintzuntzan) is a dream come true! A+++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++ PS: They offer complimentary valet service-be sure to tip!

    First time visit. Food was amazing. Atmosphere a bit loud,…read morebut understandable. Had to ask for utensils after we got our chips & salsa. Server was good but had to serve over 15 tables with like 50 people. He did good.

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    Frozen guava margarita

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    Los Pepes - mexican - Updated June 2026

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