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Manuel's

3.6 (692 reviews)
Closed 11:00 am - 9:00 pm

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Moderate noise
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Good for groups
Outdoor seating

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spinach enchiladas with suiza
Aruni G.

It's been a while since I've been to Manuel's and always glad when a friend recommends meeting here for lunch! I had the spinach enchiladas with suiza sauce and she had a chile relleno. Both were very good and I was able to take some home in a to go box. Apparently, chips don't automatically get served but the waiter asked if we wanted some. I like how they prepare their chips and their salsa is so fresh. I look forward to going here again soon for lunch or a Happy Hour!

Sopes Sopa de Tortilla
Marianne L.

Manuel's never misses. We really miss the downtown location since it closed due to Covid, so imagine how happy we were to be in North Austin around dinner time! The restaurant is very nicely decorated and welcoming to groups of all sizes. Our server was very prompt and attentive without being disruptive. I had the tortilla soup which was flavorful with just the right amount of heat. My wife had the black bean flautas, and she cleaned her plate. As with many restaurants, the prices have risen significantly over the years, but this just means we choose our dining spots more carefully. North Austin is lucky to have this às a neighborhood choice!

Guacamole
Geanene T.

We visited this restaurant for a Sorority get together. Everyone was so accommodating to the very large group. The service was fast and everyone got what they wanted. The atmosphere was perfect for us during that time of day. The preselected food options for our group was accommodating to everyone that attended. The bartender was awesome. The staff and manager treated us very well. The food was out surprisingly fast for such a large group.

Chips and salsa and drinks
Liz A.

I have been to Manuel's many times but have so far neglected to review it so here's my remedy to that. Manuel's is consistently fantastic - great service, hot, delicious food, good prices, great variety of menu items. We went recently (February) and I tried the chile rellano de elote which was very good, the poblano had a good spice to it, and was very flavorful. We also had the queso and I had the Mamarita mocktail. Honestly the queso could be its own meal, it was a very generous serving. The mamarita was refreshing and not too sweet as mocktails can sometimes be.

Guacamole
Courtney C.

GET THE GUAC!!!!!!!! Everything here is sooo good love the house marg love the guac love the enchiladas and flautas and rellenos like they don't miss! Staff is super friendly and atmosphere is soooo cute. Would sit on the patio if it wasn't so ungodly hot out. Manuel you have done it again!

Fruit
Jessica M.

I really wanted to love this place. I pass by it every time I go to the grocery store and it is so pretty from the outside. The sign is very elegant too. They have an outdoor patio and seating inside. The decor is really pretty though. I brought my 19 year old son with me. We ordered queso to start with and added the chorizo. It was good but not what we were expecting. We were expecting traditional queso with chips but this was more like a fondue with tortillas. They did bring chips and salsa for the table. One complimentary basket. I ordered an iced tea and it was so good, very refreshing. It was flavored. My son ordered a chicken quesadilla and he said it was ok. I ordered the stuffed pepper with pomegranate seeds and it was a really pretty presentation but I thought it was just ok as well. It was served with a plate of fruit. Service was good and friendly. I doubt we will go back though as nothing really stood out to us.

delicious strawberry Tres Leches.  Treat your self.

True Mexican cuisine and fine dining experience. Great Happy Hour, lovely patio, and a menu that makes it difficult to choose just one. Try the signature margarita and you won't be disappointed. you will be back for the flan and strawberry Tres Leches. Friendly service. Overall very pleasant experience.

Margaritas
Leah L.

While the space itself is beautiful, the staff is incredibly friendly, and there is ample parking we ultimately didn't order any food here. We planned to, until we looked at the menu. It seems rather overpriced in my opinion. And once I realized they charge even for chips and salsa, we were out. We finished our margs (which were fine. Small for the price) and left. It just wasn't quite our vibe.

Chips and salsa. The best part of our experience dining here.
Ardie S.

A close family friend chose Manuel's for a birthday dinner and celebration last night and made reservations. This morning, I'm not sure why we didn't go somewhere else. For starters, we called ahead and found out Manuel's wanted to charge $2 per diner to bring in a birthday cake. We were a party of 5 adults plus 3 children under the age of 5, and unwilling to pay a $16 surcharge to wash 8 plates and forks. I guess they wanted to protect their own dessert menu? The rest of their prices were outrageous. All of their margaritas were in the $12-15 range--and those were not generous pours. Chips and salsa, complimentary at nearly every other Mexican restaurant were $5 per setup here. We were told that queso was not available other than as an entrée topping, yet it was listed on the menu for $12-15, depending on ingredients. Expect to pay an average of $20 per diner for an entree; even their tacos were $17! Nothing is a la carte. There is no reduced price kid's menu; message received--don't bring the kids. In all fairness, Manuel's were accommodating and seated us promptly even though two members of our party arrived 30-45 minutes late. Then again, over half the tables were empty at 6p on a Thursday night, so they weren't under space pressure. Service was attentive. As to the food quality, the chips and salsa were excellent. Multiple diners got the fajitas, some beef, some chicken. It was interesting that some of the skillets had more veggies than others. Our chicken fajitas were good, but not great. The tortillas were average, and none of the sides were memorable including the guacamole. I did note that the servings of black beans and rice for fajitas for two were really sized for one; thanks for saving me the calories, but the beans were so watered down, I really didn't want more. While it was a very kind gesture to arrange dinner for the birthday girl here, it didn't live up to expectations. I think of Manuel's as upscale, but only the pricing delivered on that note. We could have been happier at a nearby competitor. I try to imagine what the $250 spent at our table would have bought at Lupe Tortilla. Save your money. Not recommended.

La Paloma
Gena N.

First time at Manuel's. The place is lovely by itself. It's a nice ambiance. The only thing I like were the drinks. The service was horrible. The place was not packed and the server stated, I'm sorry I just been really busy. Not to mention when it was time to order, we had to go find the front staff to get our waiter. He didn't follow up with us, he used the excuse we were talking and he didn't want to interrupt. I mean we came to the restaurant for a reason, everyone was talking to who they were at with their tables. Also, I asked for a straw which he completely ignored until I asked again, then he still didn't get it. And third time he finally gave us 1 and to the other person and said is that okay. Then one of the plates came out cold. The queso was not good. We asked for sour cream, he never brought it. But of course the extra was on the bill. When we mentioned it he was like oh I'll go get it. I was like no. Then he stated I'm sorry about the service I want my customers to be happy. He took the queso and sour cream off the bill. Then to pay had to wait another long time for him to come back and check on us to pay. I'm sorry the service was horrible, the food was okay. And drinks made it better.

Olivia S.

The food could have done with some flavor but the guacamole was fresh. The waiter-Miguel, was very nice and friendly and the atmosphere was a little surprising but nice. I did get chased around the restroom by a roach. And for that reason I'm out.

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Food was pretty good and the service was nice, but I think it was very overpriced for what we got. It's still Mexican food.

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Great little spot. Nice terrace under the stars. Great food. Small portions. Great service. Causal and kind vibe

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Mario provided our family with excellent service and the food is consistently good! Family friendly and the patio is great on a nice day.

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When will you restart happy hour?

April 1st It's a new HH with special menu items and beverage discounts at Manuel's. Thanks for your… Read more

Are there any vegetarian options and if so, what are they? Also want to make sure that the rice, beans, chips and tortillas are vegetarian and that no chicken/beef broth used to make it. Thank you!

MANUELS features a variety of vegetarian and vegan options. These are just a few of the options we offer: Chile Relleno de Elote- Roasted poblano pepper stuffed with Sauteed… Read more

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