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    Mambo Seafood

    3.7 (179 reviews)
    ModerateSeafood, Tacos

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    Casual
    Trendy
    Good for groups
    Outdoor seating

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    Joyce K.

    Mambo Seafood became my go to place when I cannot think on where to take family and friends. It never fails with the service, ambiance, and the real good food! The menu is huge and everything they serve is delicious! Every time I go the crawfish has to be ordered and I try more things on the menu No other restaurant beat the crawfish they serve at Mambo!

    Maria S.

    We had a bad experience the last time we were here and decided to give them another opportunity but the food is still horrendous . My boyfriend had fish and shrimp and the fish was overcooked because it was so dry, he said the rice was greasy. I ordered vuelve a la vida small soup my soup juice was all on my plate with my spoon all full of the juice. You can literally see all the grease on the side of my bowl. I HIGHLY DO NOT RECOMMEND THIS RESTAURANT

    Oscar M.

    Unfortunately the close the location that was closed to my house, so we decided to come to this one, a very good location with a playground for the kids, the food was as expected, really good and the good prices complete a good experience for this restaurant

    Crawfish
    Ausanka D.

    This restaurant has a large variety of seafood, you can choose your fish and they will cook it in front of you. There crawfish are huge and the price is right. Good drink, large amount of food.

    Yosu was the best waitress. She came by to make sure are dining experience was exceptional.
    marian r.

    Love Mambo seafood!. I ordered the grilled fish tacos with a side of mambo rice. You get 3 tacos with a generous piece of fish , cabbage, and lime slices. It was with 2 sauces all I can say is I loved the green sauce and forgot to try the other one. Wonderful margaritas,I ordered a mango one. I like the interest that the manager had in my dining experience. Olivia the manager stopped by to ask how everything was and see if I needed anything. Will definite be back again.

    Number 7 Grilled Octopus with Mambo rice
    Raul Z.

    We had reservations, but didn't really need them. It wasn't too busy. We were greeted warmly as soon as we walked in. Plenty of parking outside, and definitely plenty of room inside. A play save for the kids. Patio seating, and a bar. We had a mango margarita, very good. I couldn't taste any liquor, but it was delicious. Also ordered the calamari, plenty on the plate to share. Maria ordered the classic number 7, grilled octopus and mambo rice. She loved it, it has good flavor and not too spicy. I had the fried crawfish, which came two pieces of fried fish, and about 4-5 fried shrimp. The best part of the plate, for me, was the stuffed shrimp. Wish the plate had more than one. Ernest had the special rice, and it was a lot, rice with pork chicken and shrimp. Of course you can customize the rice with your choice of protein. Service was really good. Waiter kept checking on us, and even the manager spent time talking to us. Very polite staff. We spoke about the food and how I am staying away from too spicy food, and want some flavorful food. He brought us the Diabla sauce, and I need some help trying to figure out what is in the sauce. I smelled the sauce and I could smell the peppers, so I was worried was going to be too spicy, boy I was so wrong. You can taste the peppers, but not the heat. Don't get me wrong, it has heat, but no so much that you start sweating or you nose starts running, or maybe that's just me. And the prices are a hit. Definitely going back.

    Frozen Mango Margarita
    Jonathan C.

    Right when I walked in I noticed it was pretty empty. I was greeted right away and was assisted. I was here for a Yelp Event. So I was treated to some good food, and a margarita. I ordered the fried calamari, fish tacos, and a frozen mango margarita. All of it was amazingly delish. "Abel" was my waiter and the next time I visit, I will be sure to ask for that guy. He was very professional, polite, and helpful. I also met the Manager "Lupe". He was also very courteous and knowledgeable about the ingredients of the drink, to which he told me that the margarita was not made with tequila...it was made with agave wine? That explained why it was so dangerously smooth. I would order this pool or beach side all day long. The calamari was superb.

    Mambo shrimp & fried rice
    Nick M.

    Great service from Justin. That was highlight of meal. Choices of tilapia or basa for fish are just sad for a "seafood" restaurant. They also had salmon unless you wanted to order entire whole red snapper. Wife's Basa fish tasted like the grill. I skipped fish and went for mambo shrimp. They were ok. Fried rice is promoted as a great choice. Well... It's fried rice. Nothing special at all. Vegetables had nice presentation. Wife's were barely cooked and remained on plate. It was not bad but doubt we'll go back.

    Front of restaurant
    Olivia G.

    Lets begin with the rice!! Wow so delicious and comforting! While visiting our old stomping grounds we stumbled upon this delicious restaurant called Mambos and we were so delighted! The food was great and so were the drinks! I had a cucumber frozen mixed drink with chamoy. I also had the fried fish and shrimp plate that was delicious. The service was great and on top of things. The looks to the was restaurant was clean and well organized with great decor. The assistant manager came up to us and asked if everything was good and we let him know it was excellent! I definitely recommend.

    This is their lunch plate special
    Brenda G.

    This place has really good lunch specials for $10. They serve you a full plate of food. The service is amazing. Their drinks are pretty good for $6.99. It's a must try if you haven't already. It's the old Joe's Crab Shack location off 410/Callaghan.

    Mixed Grill shrimp skewers & Fish Fillet Z-style
    Andre C.

    I had a few oysters that my friend ordered and they tasted very fresh and clean. Their house chelada was tasty as well with a bit of a kick. My grilled fish and shrimp were cooked perfectly and the side of fries and rice were well made as well. I have not tried the regular seasoning, but the Z-style seasoning was a nice zesty chili rub that I would order again. In fact, the side of rice was so good I would probably order a rice dish next time I go. Our server was friendly and helpful, plus the food came out fast. I was impressed by the value of Mambo's because a portion like the one I ordered (for about $16) would typically be much more expensive at a seafood restaurant.

    Indoor
    Felina S.

    First timer and I was pleasantly surprised. Came during lunch and the restaurant was very clean and super spacious. Bathrooms were clean and smelled great! Keep it up! The server was training and is not only being taught well but is super friendly and helpful. Very surprised to have seen the fish market area with all fish looking very fresh and on ice. They have a very large bar area too. Playground is a plus if you have kiddos! We had the #7 special and fish tacos. The taste of food is very fresh and has great spice! Can use some plating help but that was probably the only issue. Great seafood for the pricing.

    Briana E.

    From the moment I walked in, I knew I was in for a treat. Every meal is made to order, and you can taste the quality in every bite. The margaritas are refreshing and the perfect start to the meal. I absolutely loved the crispy empanadas--so flavorful and the perfect size to kick off the feast. The new seasonal fideo soup was like a warm hug on a chilly day--comforting and packed with flavor. If you love a little heat, the La Diabla plate is a must-try, and don't even get me started on the Mas Mambo Rice--it's a game changer. Whether you're here for a casual bite or a full-on seafood feast, Mambo Seafood has you covered. Highly recommend

    6 Bacon Wrapped Shrimp $15.99

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    plantaqueria

    plantaqueria

    4.5
    (120 reviews)
    7.0 mi

    GAME CHANGER! When…read moreI visit San Antonio Plantaqueria is an absolute must. I'm taken aback every time I walk into to this wonderfully positioned taqueria in downtown steps from the River Walk. The smells, the feels, the sounds- it'll set your senses on fire. It's ambience is nothing short of walking the streets of Mexico and stumbling across the best local food find there is- it's your lucky day. It doesn't end there, because I have yet to discuss the flavors that this place dishes out. If you can imagine that other taquerias in town as as good as mamma's cooking, Plantaqueria is grandma's cooking saying, " I taught them everything they know." The counter service, decor and neon lights transport you to a pueblo that you probably have no business being in but were fortunate enough to get lost in. I feel that the people working to advance this visionary concept are in love with what they do because you get that experience with every bite of fresh, homemade goodness, weather you dine in or take/order out. Dude, fresh corn and flour tortillas, C'mon, man!! And speaking of vision, the owner, Sofia, who looks like she would get IDd at a bar has created something truly unique and incredibly delicious. Plantaqueria has revolutionized modern, classical Mexican street cuisine. It's open 7am-7pm so you can literally have this all day and you might wish you did. Y'all need to get you some, and don't thank me, thank the purveyors of this Alamo City gem. P.s. I've brought my mom in to eat this stuff and she totally agrees!

    My husband and I tried a few items here over a couple visits…read more The Machacado con huevo, here called La Macha with housemade jackfruit machacado scrambled with a vegan egg mix. (It had Just Egg but I think other things added with it. It felt that it was softer and lighter than if it was only Just Egg) and pico de gallo on handmade flour tortilla. We were surprised by how much we enjoyed it. Their two self-serve complementary salsas were also fun and creamy. Concha- Delicious and we liked the top of it. Maybe one of our favorite conchas. Elote hot cake - Came out really hot and was delicious. These are only available on weekends. I was tempted to get more but we had lots more food targets on the schedule. Torta with Asada was pretty good too. But the other items excited me more I think. The person at the front also gave us some samples of other taco fillings to try: the fillings of the La Ranchera: Potatoes and pico de gallo in salsa ranchera and also grilled nopales. My husband who is usually not as crazy as me about nopales liked them here. They have mole on the weekends but it's not housemade from scratch. They use premade mole and add some more things to it so we skipped that one. My general rating system: 1 star: I would stay away 2 stars: Has some good things about it but I generally don't recommend. 3 stars: Pretty good. I wouldn't go out of my way to go back but a decent place 4 stars: Great place. I would go back. 5 stars: I highly recommend stopping whatever you are doing and making plans to try it out! An Evie favorite!

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    Storefront. Interesting that they have the Flag of Canada at the corner

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    Los Weyes de la Asada

    Los Weyes de la Asada

    4.5
    (37 reviews)
    7.0 mi

    There's a certain kind of joy you don't plan for, it just hits you. Like pulling up to your primo's…read morecarne asada, the loud one, the one where somehow the music is always right, the grill is always going, and for a few hours nothing else matters. That's exactly the energy at Los Weyes de la Asada. From the second you walk up, it feels alive. Not in a forced way, more like you've been there before, even if it's your first time. The kind of place where your stress, your diet, even your cruda takes a backseat. Now the food. No overthinking needed here. Everything coming out of that truck is a straight up pow pow of flavor. The carne is cooked just right, juicy with that perfect char, and the corn tortillas are legit, soft but with enough structure to hold everything together. I ordered the Mamón and the Chingón, and honestly, both lived up to the names. No misses. And the agua fresca de fresa? That sealed it. They serve it in a little bolsita, which somehow makes it hit even better. Simple, nostalgic, and just cool. It's all tucked inside El Camino, which adds to the whole vibe, string lights, people hanging out, that easygoing outdoor feel where you lose track of time a little.

    My wife and I stopped by Los Weyes De La Asada while we were at El Camino. I'd heard good things…read moreabout it, and seeing the charcoal grill going outside immediately got my attention. The smell alone made me think we were in for something special. We grabbed a couple of cocktails and ordered tacos, which seemed like the obvious choice. The tacos were good, but that's about where I'd leave it. They weren't bad at all, but they also weren't particularly memorable. With the aroma coming from the grill and all the recommendations I'd heard, I was expecting a little more flavor and a bigger wow factor. The atmosphere was fun, the service was good, and the charcoal grill definitely adds to the experience. I just found the food itself to be more "solid" than "spectacular." I'd rate it about a 7 out of 10. Worth trying if you're already at El Camino, but not a place I'd go out of my way for.

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    EL TACO RANCHERO, LA MEZCLA PERFECTA DE ARRACHERA Y CHORIZO, CON UN TOQUE DE CEBOLLAS ASADAS Y CHILES JALAPEÑOS
    EL TACO RANCHERO, LA MEZCLA PERFECTA DE ARRACHERA Y CHORIZO, CON UN TOQUE DE CEBOLLAS ASADAS Y CHILES JALAPEÑOS
    EL TACO CHINGON, UNA DELICIOSA MEZCLA DE SABORES TODO DENTRO DE UNA TORTILLA DE HARINA O MAÍZ HECHA A MANO

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    Taquitos West Ave

    Taquitos West Ave

    4.4
    (1k reviews)
    3.3 mi
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    I had the pleasure of getting here for Taco Tuesday and for a Thursday when I wanted more. In…read moreterms of tacos, this is as authentic as Mexican street food gets. As a fellow citizen of H-town, we have a vibrant taco scene and I would put this place up there with some of my favorite spots I frequented in HOU. Each time I've been here, I've ordered between 8-9 tacos as they are each $2.50. I've gotten a combination of pastor, barbacoa, lengua, bistec, and cabeza. I can't really select a favorite cause they're all so delicious with the meats tender and juicy with a heaping sprinkle of onions and cilantro. Make sure you squeeze the lime on it and mix it with the radish/cucumber garnish they'll throw in there. And don't forget to throw on that green/red salsa they provide. Either eat there or get it to go (which is what I did). Fortunately the tacos travel well as they were still hot when I posted up at my hotel to grub. Don't be discouraged of the long line if you see one as it moves quick. You walk up and place your order, then pay afterwards. It's somewhat of an honor system but there is security present when I went there so that eased my concerns. For drinks, it's either soft drinks, water, or mineral water. No alcohol is served here so if you want margaritas/micheladas/beer, you'll have to go elsewhere for that. No doubt I'm returning next time I'm in SA. Viva Taquitos West SIDE!

    Another amazing meal!…read more It's consistent which is a major plus This time it was all al pastor tacos with a grilled jalapeño

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    Boudro's, a Texas Bistro

    Boudro's, a Texas Bistro

    4.1
    (3.7k reviews)
    7.1 mi
    $$

    I always feel very badly when I don't do a review of such an excellent restaurant and frankly…read moreBoudro's is an example of an exceptional restaurant. Firstly, the ambience is incredible. We were right on the river walk, but walked through the entire restaurant on our way to be seated and every bit of it is as lovely as where we ended up sitting. The Riverwalk, however, is a people watching place and so there really isn't any place in this particular restaurant which is not gonna be pleasant. Secondly, the service is exceptional. This is a very busy place. However, the waiter was simply incredible. Very attentive, very informative quite humorous. He was frankly part of the river walk entertainment. Extremely accommodating and instructive as well. You can't hope for much more from a server in Restaurant than this activity. The food is really quite good. How are the drinks. Extremely dependable and the portions are generous and equally wonderful. There are many places to dine in San Antonio. However, this is an experience not to be missed and I mean that quite sincerely. Kudos for a very, very well run well situated and well managed enjoyable place to dine on the river walk in San Antonio.

    This was the most disappointing meal I've had in years…read more We brought a group of kids and adults. There was a total mismatch between the price and quality was shocking. Every dish soulless. Lots of food left on the table. I had the crab tostada and I'm fairly certain it was microwaved. This is a tourist trap. In any location other than the Riverwalk, this food would struggle to justify half the cost. What an insulting experience. Two stars because the server was pleasant and we ate something. Never again.

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    Pete's Tako House

    Pete's Tako House

    4.3
    (1.5k reviews)
    7.0 mi
    $$

    Here's a cleaner and more professional version that still keeps your personality and honest…read morefeedback: This restaurant is perfect for a date night. The atmosphere and lighting create a very intimate vibe, and the darker setting really helps it stand out from other restaurants in Laredo. Just a heads up -- they do have a dress code, which honestly adds to the overall experience. The food was excellent. I ordered the chicken mushroom plate, and all the flavors were bold and well balanced. For drinks, I highly recommend the Jardin Eden. The fusion of lavender, blueberry, fruity liqueurs, and aromatic herbs made it one of the best cocktails I've had in a while. My only complaint was the service. We had a party of 10+ people with only one server assigned to us. He was very kind and professional, but it was difficult to find him throughout the night, especially when we were trying to pay our checks. The restaurant also wasn't very busy at the time, so service felt slower than expected. Overall, this is still a great spot for a special night out, and I would definitely come back.

    Our waitress was great!…read more I had the potato and egg taco and the fish taco. The potato and egg taco did not have any taste...literally. The fish taco was ok but it had too much salt and could have done with some lettuce and cheese. My husband had the potato and egg taco (same feedback as me), and the beef taco, which he absolutely loved. Will we be back? No, but you can try it for yourselves (maybe not the potato and egg though).

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