Maria's Mexican Kitchen is a new Mexican restaurant in the Irving-Las Colinas Waters Street development. Maria's takes over the space once occupied by Hugo's. The menu is great, as was my service, and nothing beats the view at Water Street. My Overall Rating - 4 Stars (Atmosphere, Service, Food, Return) Atmosphere - Look for the purple Maria's neon sign and head in. You'll be greeted by a dedicated hostess stand. The restaurant is well-designed with a wall that separates the full bar with the dining area. It's open, bright, and has plenty of tables and booths. 1 Star. Service - On my Thursday visit for lunch, we had excellent service. The Las Colinas lunch crowd started to fill Maria's, but our server was very attentive, gave some excellent recommendations, and was always smiling. I felt very welcome. 1 Star. Food - I started with the Queso Fundido with chorizo. This fried cheese dish was served on a sizzling hot platter, and the cheese had an excellent pull. When placed into warm, blue corn tortillas, this appetizer almost turned into my meal. Almost.... because the Enchiladas Tres Colores (recommended by our server) was an excellent choice for my main. First, the dish exploded with color, and each sauce added its own unique flavor (Sour Cream, FTW). Prices run a little higher than a casual Mexican restaurant, but it's worth it. 1 Star. Will I Return? - Yes. I've been waiting for a new restaurant to open in this location, and I was so excited that the great atmosphere and food quality meet (maybe exceed) my expectations. 1 Star. read more

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The food is fine but the service is exceptionally slow and weird. The restaurant was only about 15-20% full and we were immediately seated but were left waiting at our table for 20 minutes without anyone waiting on us and ended up having to go inside to ask to be served. 5 minutes later a server came, we tried to place our order asap only to find out the brunch menu we were served was no longer being offered (because of how long it took us to be waited on). We ordered tacos but had to remind them several times to bring us the basics like water and chips and salsa. The other tables around us had their severs come by regularly check on them but we barely saw ours and ultimately ended up having to go inside to pay because once again we were left waiting for a long time. It was overall a really weird experience and there was no attempt to correct or compensate for forgetting about us. Super bummed because I had been wanting to try this spot since learning about the Fort Worth location and was really happy to see they opened one closer to me. read more

Solid spot! We popped in after work one day and were seated immediately. The space is open and looks nice. They also had live music, which was a nice touch! We ordered food and drinks and everything was tasty. I will warn that the queso has meat in it, and I wish we would've known prior to ordering, but other than that no complaints! I'd definitely recommend if in the area. read more

Maria's Mexican Kitchen - Irving - Seafood Enchiladas* - Mexican Near Me - Irving, Texas

The ambiance of this place is nice. However for how nice the ambiance is and how expensive the food is, I am VERY disappointed in the service I received. We wanted the queso but there was a 45 minute wait for tortilla chips.. what Mexican restaurant doesn't have this in surplus? We ordered our drinks and food, but were never checked up on afterward. And we never got chips even after 45 minutes. I had ordered chicken enchiladas and someone else in my part ordered the steak but they didn't know which was which. Also after the food was brought out, the server never came and checked on us until the check was brought out. Very poor service. The enchiladas were pretty good but not worth $22 and weren't anything to die for. Esp because it doesn't even come with rice or beans. Way better Mexican restaurants out there that have better service and bang for your buck. read more

Wow this place is truly delicious!! Best enchiladas I've had in the dfw area! Everything is so fresh and has so much flavor. Our server Dylan recommended great options and his service was top notch. The ambiance is perfect and there is lots of space inside. The bar area is perfect for drinks and the patio is spacious. Don't forget to walk the lake after your meal this place is truly the best spot! This is our new go to spot and we are so happy to have this in our las colinas neighborhood. read more

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Great customer service and the atmosphere is very nice. The happy hour had great items and drinks. I enjoyed my flautas and sides. The shrimp ceviche was very flavorful. The chips and salsa didn't miss either. I will definitely be back. read more

First time here, and the waitress was attentive and checked on us regularly. We started with the chips and salsa, which was pretty good. I ordered the Tacos and since it comes with 3, I decided to try the Barbacoa, Carnitas, and Carne Asada. It was a bit of a wait for us to get our food, but after eating it, it was worth it. The Barbacoa was juicy and flavorful, and the consommé made it even better. The Carne Asada was good too. The meat was nice and tender. But my favorite would have to be the Carnitas. The crispy pork with cheese was so yummy that I ate half at first and after eating the other two tacos, I ate the other half to end the meal with that. Overall, very nice place for Mexican food. read more

Maria's Mexican Kitchen - Irving - Tacos - Mexican Near Me - Irving, Texas

Solid food. Great Margaritas. Nice outdoor seating to enjoy. The area is pretty quiet and great for conversation.

The food was good, nothing crazy but not bad. My low review comes from the service. I made a reservation for a birthday and they sat us outside which could be fine if they asked or we requested it. But instead we were with the bugs and cold. They took very long to bring chips and salsa, then the server was no where to be found for a long time. We finally saw him and had to ask if we could order our entrees because we wouldn't see him for awhile. The next thing was we brought a cake, I was unaware we would be charged to bring and eat our own cake. $20 added onto the total for "cake service" . I would understand if they served it to us, or at least kept it in the fridge while we waited for our server to finally come around. Also maybe just let the guest know that there's a charge at the end. All around the place is a pretty place to eat, with decent pricey food and TERRIBLE service. read more

So after trying Maria's in FW, I knew I was in for a good meal. There was plenty of seating midday on a Sunday. Everything we ordered was as great (blue corn pancakes were my fave, but the french toast, carne asada, and asada de puerco were great too). We also had the queso fundido as an appetizer and it was fantastic. The texture of the chips is fantastic. Theyre the extra crispy kind that you find in SoCal. We will absolutely go back... but there were oddities in the serving that would wear on me long term. The queso was served with tortillas, but there weren't enough for the people at our table and we hadn't been warned. After waiting for our server to return, we finally flagged someone down. Then someone ordered a side, but their meal ended up having that item already - why not mention that when we ordered? Toward the end of the meal we would go long stretches without service, to the point we probably waited 10 minutes for our check because the check had to specifically be brought by a manager and picked up by another person? But our server did not have anything to do with the payment process. Which is fine, but we waited way too long. Again, the food was good enough that we will definitely be back, plus the walking area is lovely by the canal. Hoping the service was just opening hiccups, because the FW location was flawless. read more

Visited for Sunday brunch. Atmosphere was very inviting however : Food - ok Service - slow read more

Absolutely incredible. The feel of the place as you walk in just breathes class. Staff was attentive and food was exquisite. Probably the best seafood enchiladas I've ever had. The tuna appetizer had the perfect amount of spice and flavor. read more

Maria's Mexican Kitchen - Irving - Mexican Near Me - Irving, Texas

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Good replacement for Hugo's, bringing back a decent margarita that Hugo's once had early on but forget how to make. Chips and salsa was great! Fresh and homemade. Accidentally was delivered the seafood quesadilla. Was great the next day heated up to golden brown and crispy! The homemade tortillas were nice! The seafood enchiladas were good but a bit bland. Maybe that means they're healthier than normal? ;) Service was fantastic. Ambiance is very nice, although I miss the mannequins! Hopefully they're planning to add a happy hour sometime soon! read more

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Went here on a Saturday night for a late dinner the place is new and has the ambience of a new spot. Food was tasty I had the Del Mar quesadillas it was ok it came with rice and refried beans. I would come back and try something different the place has a nice vibe and live music on certain nights. read more

The food was good I have to say, but the service was subpar. Our server took our drink and food order, but as soon as we got our food, he ignored our table the rest of the service. Didn't ask about our food or if we needed another round of drinks yet he was focused on his other tables. Finally had to flag down the hostess to get our check after waiting for almost a half-hour from when our table was cleared. I would go back for a redemption, but if I have the same service experience, I would question making this a regular place to go. read more

The Del Mar quesadilla was very good. Stuffed with a very good amount of crab meat, shrimp, and peppers. This place is beautiful inside as well, I will be telling people about this new spot! read more

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Seasoning for food. Better drink ingredients. Elote tastes like cornflakes. Quesadillas no flavor. Secret garden drink tastes like detergent with lots of of it. Pretty atmosphere. Waitress was nice. read more

Maria's Mexican Kitchen - Irving - Bland - Elote tastes like cornflakes. No flavor. Secret garden drink, dish water with a lot of detergent. Waitress was very nice. - Mexican Near Me - Irving, Texas

Highly recommend! We decided to stop by on a Friday night and it was packed! Luckily we only had to wait 20 minutes and it was worth it! Service was amazing and food was even better. Ambiance is great too. We got the seafood enchilada and crab tostada, both 10/10. Will def be going back! read more

Love the decor, service and food. Glad to have this option in the area, was tired of the other Mexican restaurants and this place will hopefully become a staple. I recommend to the masses. Wait staff and hosts are delightful. Constructive feedback - Manager's energy doesn't match the staff. Customer interaction needs improvement. read more

Here's a polished, warm, and very human‑sounding 4.6 out of 5 review you can post anywhere: Maria's is absolutely worth the visit. The food was fantastic, and the Parrilla Fajitas are truly the star of the menu -- bold, sizzling, and not to be missed. The craft cocktails are on another level. Christian is a real mixologist, and you can tell every drink is original and thoughtfully made. If you want to start with something special, ask for "The Novela" -- it's not on the menu, but it's one of the best cocktails I've had in a long time. They also have a very strong tequila and mezcal selection, which pairs perfectly with the dishes. Overall, a great experience with standout food and unforgettable drinks. What's missing, theme nights or DJ. read more

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Solid restaurant with a chic interior and wonderful decor, tasteful atmosphere for casual or fancy dining. Great service, wonderful selections of upscale Mexican fare. I recommend the enchiladas, mole for those discerning is excellent, and the margaritas. The chips and salsa are also authentic. Great choice if dining inside or al fresco. Highly recommend! read more

I went here once before on their opening weekend and had an amazing time so I raved about it and brought my whole family here to celebrate a birthday. I was so embarrassed with the service I received. Forgot items that we ordered but proceeded to charge us for all of them. Service was painfully slow. We had an important allergy and reminded our server multiple times of this and she would take our order ensuring us there was no allergen, and then someone else would come from the back to let us know that the dish she served did indeed have the allergen!! Additionally, for the 1.5 hours we were there, not once was our water refilled. Took about 25 min of us sitting with an empty table at the end to even just receive our check. Extremely frustrating and embarrassing experience that I ever recommended this place to my family. read more

Loved this Place! A must try. Im very particular about the chips and salsa . The chips were thivk and crispy just like i lime them. My skinny margarita was awesome too. I ordered the tacos and was able to pick three differemt kinds. Crispy halibut, Carnitas and shrimp . And they served family style rice and black beans. Evetything was delicious. We will be back for sure!!! read more

Where do I begin? The chips & salsa are homemade. The service was attentive. The new decor is beautiful. Great cocktails-Mexican Candy was refreshing. Guacamole app was fresh & delicious. We had the Enchiladas Tres Colores & Seafood Enchiladas-both amazing. I'm still dreaming about the tomatillo sauce. And the Tres Leches dessert might be the best we've ever had. Welcome to Las Colinas Maria's! read more

Maria's Mexican Kitchen - Irving - Enchiladas Tres Colored - Mexican Near Me - Irving, Texas

I dined at Maria's in Las Colinas for the first time this evening and our server was Ramon. The service was excellent and the food was amazing! Exceeded my expectations in every category. The only feedback that I have is to add more options on the menu for vegetarians because options were limited, but Ramon made a recommendation and our guest was happy. I will be back next week to bring my husband and driving from Melissa, TX that just shows how good this food was. High recommend!! read more

Went for my birthday brunch. Location is centrally located in Las Colinas, ambiance was nice. Service was not great. Our waitress took my drink order, quickly walked away and didn't ask the others what they would like to drink. Then when she returns, they ask her if she's going to take their order and she laughed and said oh my bad, then said I asked but nobody said anything when she didn't ask. I ordered the Horchata White Russian and it tasted nothing like Horchata. It tasted bitter, kind of had a coffee taste. I sent it back. I then ordered the Mexican Candy which I've had plenty of places and when I tasted this drink, it tasted super spicy like fire going down my throat. I sent that drink back and the manager asked what was wrong and I told him they put too much Tabasco sauce and he said no they actually use some jalapeño infused alcohol and I told him well it's too spicy so he asked if I wanted it without that alcohol and I said yes, please. So then I get that drink but no just no. Not sure if it was the bartender or what but that was not a Mexican Candy drink. That would have been the third time I returned a drink but my son said he would just drink it. And he too said it was not good but drank it anyway. Then our food comes. My daughter ordered Barbocoa tacos and they looked good then she picks up a taco and there was a hair under her taco on the plate. She sent it back of course and they apologized and offered something else but she lost her appetite after that. I ordered the Cuatro Leches French Toast and it tasted like just regular French toast. No kind of flavor or just sweetness at all. I ended up switching my plate with my sons, he ordered the barbocoa enchiladas but he wasn't a fan of the sauce. I actually enjoyed his enchiladas. I didn't even like the chips and salsa. Chips were thick and had no flavor. Salsa was flavorless and no spice. Our first time visiting and unfortunately our last. I really thought we were going to enjoy everything with the reviews I've read but nope not to our liking. Kind of looked like they are more about presentation than taste. Disappointed with this restaurant. read more

The location is easy to walk to, ambiance and service were good, the food and drinks were great! So glad something went in where Hugo's was.

Maria's has a hot/new restaurant located in Irving! The queso is delicious, margs go down smoothly, and salad is chef's kiss. A good place to sit and yap with the girlies! Definitely a great Mexican food spot! read more

Maria's Restaurant officially opened today, and I had the honor of being their very first guest. From the moment I arrived, I was treated like a celebrity, setting the tone for a truly memorable dining experience. I dined in for lunch and enjoyed the Pacific halibut, which was cooked to perfection--delicately seasoned, flavorful, and beautifully balanced in every flake. The wine selection was impressive, and the Scarletta paired wonderfully with my meal. The décor and ambiance were bright, colorful, and uplifting, creating a warm and happy atmosphere that enhanced the entire experience. Exceptional service made the meal even more special. My server, Alyssa, was professional, welcoming, and knowledgeable, greeting me with a warm smile and genuine hospitality--especially impressive for a restaurant on its opening day. I feel fortunate to have dined at Maria's on day one and look forward to returning. I will certainly be recommending it to many of my colleagues. read more