First time eating here, my wife and I were sat down as soon as we walked in and waited on by Mr…read more Bartalo. The food was excellent and by far the best Mexican restaurant we have tried in Virginia as a whole so far.

Love this place! I used to live 5 minutes away from here until moving to Chesapeake, needless to…read moresay, I would drive past plenty of other restaurants just to grab food from here! This place is like a warm hug, man. Never disappoints! The layout is always tidy and welcoming. The atmosphere and aesthetic stays well up to par and the service is A1. Good people there. I usually order to-go these days and it's pretty much the same each time. The wife gets Arroz Con Pollo (chicken well done) and I get 3 street tacos (2 grilled chicken, 1 steak). It comes with beans but you can add rice or swap for rice. Bangin'! Much love to the Gran Rodeo Fam! Ps dine in and get the fajitas!

This is probably by far one of the best Mexican spots out here in Virginia! The food was amazing…read more.. starting out with the Chicharron Botanero was absolutely delicious! The workers were super nice and this location was super clean! I would recommend this place to everyone, the only downside is it is a little expensive but the food is worth it!

We went around 7 PM on a Saturday, and I was pleasantly surprised that it wasn't packed. They…read moreseated the two of us in a large booth, which I appreciated. Some restaurants make you wait for a smaller table, so it was nice that they didn't do that here. It took about 15 minutes for someone to come take our initial drink order, which was a little slow, but service moved smoothly after that with no long waits for food or additional drinks. For appetizers, we ordered the chicharrón botanero, which was delicious and perfectly crispy. Just a heads up: it's pork belly, so it's definitely on the fattier side. If you enjoy rich, crispy pork, you'll love it, but if fatty meat isn't your thing, this might not be the dish for you. For drinks, we had a flavored margarita and a mojito, and both were strong and very good. I ordered the chicken fajita taco salad. The flavor was good and the chicken was well seasoned, but there was barely any actual lettuce, which was a little disappointing since I was expecting more of a true salad. Overall, good food, strong drinks, and a relaxed atmosphere. A couple small service and balance issues kept it from being a full five stars, but I'd still come back.

Check your bill at checkout. Our bill was $57.90, I paid with a discover card, charge receipt now…read moresaid $70.00. I asked he said there a discover fee, no it wasn't, they added their tip. I lined out the tip I was going to add, summed total to $70 and left.

While in VA Beach last weekend, I decided I could use a little bit of Mexican food in my life and I…read moream so glad that I stumbled upon this place-it was a perfect dining experience! It was vibrant atmosphere with great energy on a Friday evening. I was dining solo and was greeted and seated by pleasant staff. Chips and salsa were delivered promptly to the table accompanied by a glass of water. The drink menu looked amazing and it was hard to choose a margarita so I asked my server for a recommendation-something on the sweeter side and I was not prepared for the beautiful beverage that was going to be delivered to me moments later-Mango Sangria!!! The staff were attentive and checked in the perfect amount to ensure that I was enjoying my meal. The birria was delicious with generous portions of beef-great flavor! I didn't even try the rice bc I was too full from chips and salsa and my main meal. I opted to take an order of flan to go and I'm glad I did-I didn't eat it until breakfast the next morning, but it was so good! This place brings such an excellent combination of hard working staff, amazing food and drink and an outstanding atmosphere! I ended up tipping like 50% bc I believe that customer service makes or breaks an experience for me and yall have something special going on here!!' Thank you and keep up the outstanding dining experience!

It was another delicious and tasty lunch at El Azteca Mexican Restaurant in Courthouse Marketplace…read moreoff Nimmo Plwy! I introduced this great Mexican restaurant to my BFF since she hasn't tried it. She wanted something simple for lunch and was able to order something that wasn't on the menu: grilled chicken and rice with avocado slices. She was very happy with her plate! The service is always fast and the staff is very attentive. My go-to is Lunch 7 since it's always exactly what I'm craving. The chicken and bean burrito topped with the fresh lettuce, guacamole, sour cream, and tomatoes is perfect with the side of rice instead of beans. I truly enjoy the dining experience each time I come back. Can't say enough great things! I especially like the spaciousness of the padded booths, the lovely art on the walls, lights at the bar, and the music that makes the restaurant feel festive.

We went in just after lunch. Which was nice because it wasn't busy. It took a little while to be…read moreseated. We later learned because there was only one person on the floor and he also had to make drinks. The decor is typical for a Mexican restaurant. The booths are actually comfortable and they have a large tv at both ends. Which was nice because we could watch the preseason. The food came out very hot and you could tell it was fresh. Unfortunately, there was not much flavor and there were no salt and pepper shakers on any table. My boyfriend ordered the street tacos and mentioned it was bland. I ordered the birria taquitos. The consommé was just greasy. There was no seasoning and no cilantro. They also came out like tacos. Not taquitos. The birria its self was cooked well , again, just lacking flavor. I ate one and took the rest home to make it better. They have great happy hour specials and a full bar. Our server was super nice. I'm not sure if we will go back. If you want authentic Mexican flavor, I wouldn't recommend.

I hate to leave this review because I don't want this place to get busier than it already is. If…read moreyou're looking for home grown authentic tasting Mexican food then look no further. I've been trying to find a spot that can make me feel like I'm in SoCal again and this hits the mark. Damn good!

Jennifer wasn't very welcoming. She seemed to be trying to rush me through my order rather than…read moreproviding friendly customer service. She appeared more interested in getting back to her phone than engaging with customers. When I asked for a different bottle because the one I received had an unusual mark on it, she seemed annoyed by my request. I had recently experienced food poisoning from Taco Bell, so I was simply being cautious about my health. I don't think that concern was treated with understanding. Jennifer also appeared to be annoyed when I mentioned to another customer that I was waiting for her to hand me some lids. I wasn't trying to be rude or disrespectful I was simply explaining why I was waiting. Her reaction and facial expressions made me feel like she assumed I was being negative, which was frustrating. Throughout the interaction, her facial expressions came across as annoyed and unwelcoming. Overall, the interaction didn't feel welcoming. I can't speak about the male employee as much because when I did have an interaction with him previously he was helpful for the most part, but based on my experiences, I believe the cashiers could improve their friendliness, patience, and customer service. Customers should feel comfortable asking questions or expressing concerns without feeling like they are inconveniencing the staff.

I recently visited Lucita Express after a change in my lunch plans. When I arrived, I was greeted…read morein both English and Spanish, which I really loved. The cashier was very energetic and provided excellent recommendations since it was my first time there. Since seating inside is very limited, I ordered my food to-go. I ordered the chicken burrito bowl and a chicken and cheese pupusa. The pupusa was fresh, made to order, and very flavorful, however, I found the texture wasn't quite for me. The burrito bowl was a hit; it was packed with meat and toppings, and the flavor was excellent. They also had a small selection of Spanish groceries and snacks for purchase. I was 100% satisfied with both the food and service and look forward to returning. If you are looking for great Salvadoran food, I highly recommend giving them a try.

Oh my goodness! The pupusas and tacos here are so, so good!!! My husband and I have driven by here…read moremany times and finally decided to try it! We were not disappointed! The pupusas revueltas were a symphony! Everything down to the tortilla encasing the carne asada tacos was so, so good! Even my son's fries were really fresh and cooked perfectly! Don't walk, run to Lucita's Express if you love delicious food!!!

phenomenal service from chuey, amazing food and generous portions. Price wasn't bad either, 14…read moredollars a entree and 10 dollars for a large alcoholic drink which at the time of this review, let me just say I've had several . irregardless of my inebriated state, I never leave reviews but this place does look it on the outside but is a hidden gem, All around 5 star performance

Walked in and right away was greeted with friendly energy and attentiveness. The food was great…read more The complimentary salsa for the chips was amazing. I asked the staff and their salsas are homemade (yes I asked becuase they were THAT good). My burrito tasted so good and was huge and still had 1/3 of it left over to take home and eat for a later time. Also I tried their horchata and it was very good as well, did not taste like it comes from a mass produced factory. Overall Great place check it out !

When I tell this was one of the best Mexican restaurant I've been to- I mean it. They sat us…read moreimmediately and you don't need a reservation to go here. My friend and I got the Monster Quesadilla (chicken and steak each). It was so flavorful and delicious! I usually do not like meat heavy dishes but the steak was packed with flavors in my quesadillas that I finished the whole thing! We also got a Spicy Mango Margarita and Peach Mango Margarita. Both were amazing but I liked the Peach Mango better. The service was great- the staff were friendly! It was very chill and fun place to catch up with my friend!

Went to my Great Great Nephew's 20th Birthday Dinner last night at Senor Fox Mexican Grill and Bar…read more This was my second visit to this Restaurant. It's quite a distance from where I live so I doubt I will be returning unless for a Special Occasion. It was packed when we arrived but we were seated right away in their usual outdoor area that was closed off with heavy plastic due to the wind and light rain from the storm hovering off our Coast. Our drink orders were taken as soon as we were seated. Chips and Salsa were also delivered to our table. If you want White Sauce you have to ask for it. Their Salsa was good but a little too spicy for me. I really enjoyed the White Sauce. Their Chips were very good. My Niece ordered Guacamole and that was very flavorful. For my dinner I got Steak Fajitas for one. It comes with Rice & Beans, lettuce, diced tomatoes, cheese and 2 small Tortillas. I asked for double rice instead of beans. My meal was very good but the 2 small Tortillas were not sufficient for the amount of food. I could have asked for more but decided to just eat what I wanted and bring the rest home. The restaurant is clean and there is plenty of seating. We had several different Servers that were all very nice. If you are in the Nimmo Pkwy area, give them a try.

It's so vibrant and lively here. You're taken to a place of streamers, music and decor that's…read moreauthentic. Chips were immediately served, fresh crunchy and the red salsa and white People offer great service with a smile. I ordered the sautéed shrimp (Camarones ajo?) came with rice, salad. It was overall delicious, shrimp slightly salty but it's a personal taste preference. Salad snd avocado were fresh.

We were greeted by the ladies at the hostess station. Emily kindly accommodated our request for a…read moremore private booth when I asked. It was a busy work day, so less noise is always appreciated. Our server Eduardo G. was friendly and attentive. The chips were fresh, along with the large bowl of salsa and smaller bowl of white sauce. The draft beers were cold. We enjoyed our dinner orders of the Enchiladas Supremas and Chori Pollo. We had plenty to take home for another meal since the servings were a good size. This location of Los Primos in the Mt Pleasant Shopping Center in Chesapeake is family friendly and has lively music playing at a low-moderate volume. We like the service and atmosphere, and we appreciate that we don't have to shout across the table when we're enjoying dinner and conversation.

Okay, Gringo's Taqueria is SO good. Everything was fresh, flavorful, and actually tasted like…read moresomeone cared about what was coming out of the kitchen. The tacos were packed with flavor, the portions were generous, and the whole vibe was fun and laid-back. You know a place is good when the kids are happily eating, the adults are happy, and nobody is asking, "Can we just go somewhere else?" Definitely one of those spots you want to keep in your rotation. Great food, great atmosphere, and the kind of place you leave already thinking about what you're going to order next time. Highly recommend!

If you are in Virginia Beach, there is only one place to go for authentic Mexican food- Gringo's on…read moreNorfolk Ave (9th st). The first sign of a great Mexican restaurant is having warm homemade chips and salsa delivered to your table and they do it with a smile. I have had fish tacos, pollo quesadilla and burrito, and my favorite- the shrimp burrito! The burritos are served with what I believe to be the best salad in VaBeach- always fresh, crisp, and delicious! The staff always makes you feel welcome and the place is very clean. Finallly, they have a pineapple salsa that makes carnitas taste exceptional! Enjoy!