Loved the decor! Some really near artwork and just overall a fun vibe inside…read more Decent happy hour and food was really good! Enchilada suizas were delicious and some of the specialty items were really well done. BUT our server was terrible. I'm hopeful this server is new and just learning but overall gave off a rude vibe. We asked for a frozen margarita but she brought a Regular. When server was politely corrected she went and got the correct drink but slammed it on the table and walked away. I had one question about the menu and she seemed offended. Now, once our food arrived a different server took over. She was very kind and sweet. So I would give this restaurant another try but hopefully server training is ongoing.

Well, we finally tried Carretas in Twin Oaks, We've been eying it for months because of its close…read moreproximity to our house, and we finally decided to bite the bullet. First glances: The atmosphere is very modern and clean. The music is very loud and distracting, though. We couldn't help but hear a very loud bass-y/subwoofer noise that shook the whole restaurant. I'm not sure what vibe they're going for - laidback family restaurant or club? The service was very lackluster. Our waiter was polite but very inattentive, to the point where it seemed like he was intentionally avoiding us. They only had two other tables, and he never came back after dropping the food off. We had to flag him down for the bill as well... Finally, the food. The horchata was good: The Chips and Salsa were okay -- the salsa was flavorful but the chips needed a touch more salt. I got a Combo with a Chile Relleno and a Tamale, and it was decent but the sauce was overly salty. My Mom thought her Pollo Ranchero was similar - tasty but the sauce was a tad salty/one-note. Would we come back? Actually, probably in a year or two to see if they improved. Having a Mexican place 0.9 miles from your house and not loving it sucks, and I hope this place steps it up for next time!!

I went with a party of four on a Friday afternoon. We were able to sit down immediately. However,…read moreshortly after the early dinner rush was flowing. I would recommended getting here early or later due to a high traffic destination. The food on the other hand was made quickly and delivered excellent. My Quesabirria tacos were great. The sauce was everything I wanted. Their queso is also great. Lastly, we ordered a pitcher of Cadillac margs and it was well worth it. Nothing crazy but hit the spot. Great location for a patio night as well!

This is a friendly and busy neighborhood Mexican restaurant. I was there on a Tuesday night on the…read moreearly side. We were greeted warmly as we entered We got chips and salsa immediately. The chips were thin and crispy, and the salsa was very good. The table got a cheese and a chorizo dip. All the dips were promptly inhaled! When everyone got their entrees, they looked delicious. I enjoyed my spinach enchiladas, and our tables drinks were promptly refilled. Our server was kind and quick. La Catrina is a great neighborhood place!

This is the place for groups! Again, every step of the way, they know how to do it. This has…read morebecome one of our Team go-to spots for lunch when we are all in the office. Hostess got us seated, with our total number up in the air, they set the table for the max attendees we indicated and got those of us arriving first seated and the others directed to the table when they arrived. Our server was great, as always. She got the chips and salsa all settled, then drink orders, and then food orders. Everything was efficient and she was friendly and got all our orders correct. We were kept in refills for chips and drinks and everything was great. I got the Carne Adada bowl from the lunch menu again, with quinoa and black beans. The item allows you to choose your grain and your bean type. I couldn't remember about the sauce so I got it on the side and opted for no cheese. The beef was full of flavor and tender and I enjoyed it again. Casa Jaurez is full of color and lots of items for purchase in the lobby. If you have a group that likes Mexican, this is your spot

I found this restaurant while looking around on DoorDash and decided to drive down and try it in…read moreperson. It was less than five minutes from my house, and what really caught my attention was the strawberry fried whatever it was that I saw on the their emails website . It looked so good that I decided I wanted to go there, have dinner, and then get that for dessert. Since I don't eat much dairy, there honestly wasn't a whole lot on the menu that I felt comfortable ordering. I decided to get the birria because I've had birria at other Mexican restaurants in the past, and it was usually mostly meat without a lot of cheese. That was definitely not the case here. These were mostly cheese filled with just a little bit of meat in the middle. The sauce was good, though, and overall the food was okay. One thing I noticed was that I wasn't initially given any chips and salsa. I didn't say anything because I assumed maybe they just didn't offer them. After my meal came out, though, the waiter noticed that I hadn't received any and brought them to me. I appreciated that he noticed without me having to ask. Still, it was interesting because I couldn't help but wonder if being there alone had anything to do with it. Dining alone can sometimes feel like you get overlooked compared to people sitting at a table with several other people. I can't say for certain that's what happened here, but it did cross my mind. The service itself was actually good. The guy checked on me several times, although he did seem a little annoyed at times. I couldn't tell if he was annoyed with me or if something else was going on, so I don't want to assume, but I definitely noticed it. The restaurant itself is big, spacious, and would be a great place to go with a large group. If you want to make sure you get the best service, I would probably recommend sitting at the bar. Since this was my first time there, I didn't know that going in. One of the customers sitting outside actually told me that this was going to be the best Mexican food I had ever had. I'm not sure I would go that far, but I also have to be fair because I'm not really a huge Mexican food fan to begin with. I do love refried beans, though, so I ordered a side of them. I was surprised when they came out red because I've always thought of refried beans as being brown. They also weren't really my favorite, but again, I'm probably not the best person to judge Mexican food because Mexican food just isn't one of my favorite types of food. Honestly, I wasn't even there expecting some amazing Mexican food experience. I mainly wanted something fried, sweet, and tasty. That was the thing I was most excited about. Then came the biggest disappointment. When I was finally ready to order the strawberry fried dessert that had originally convinced me to drive over there, I was told it was only served during the lunch hours. I was definitely not happy about that. After everything that had already happened, finding out that the one thing I specifically went there for wasn't even available during dinner was a pretty big letdown. So overall, I would say the restaurant has a nice atmosphere, plenty of space, and the service was generally good. My food was okay, but the birria had much more cheese and much less meat than I expected, the refried beans weren't really my favorite, and the dessert I specifically wanted wasn't available during dinner. I did appreciate that the waiter noticed I hadn't received chips and salsa and brought them out without me having to ask. I may give it another try sometime, especially since it's so close to my house, but I would probably try something different next time. And if I do go back, I'll definitely be checking the hours for that strawberry fried dessert first because I'm not driving over there again thinking I'm getting it only to find out it's a lunch-only item!

Bartender is awsome don't know her name but she kept everyone happy and great food and serviceread more

I was craving simple Mexican food and that is exactly what this is…read more The food is very simple and bland. The margarita taste like old sour mix with tequila. The server was nice although it took her a while to come to my table (and I'm a very patient person). Food was bland. Price was comparable to other places which is decent. The salsa is good but i don't like how thick the chips are. They have a nice dining area and outside seating which looks nice.

Constantly good and good service. Authentic! Good margs too. Outside seating available and good…read morefor larger groups.

10/10 Rosa is awesome. Prompt service with wonderful outdoor seating. They have great deals on…read moremargaritas. No other notes.

Who in the state of Missouri DOESN'T like El Maguey?…read more We were headed to watch a movie at Ronnie's and craving some mexican. This seemed like the obvious answer. Great service, great food. Great prices on strong margaritas. Literally no complaints.

Went here with a group to celebrate a birthday. They actually let us a bring in our own cake. Very…read morenice of them. We ordered carnitas and tacos al pastor. Carnitas were disappointing because they were dry and shredded instead of chunks of meat. The tacos were good though, 4 in an order which was very filling. Tuesdays are 5.99 margaritas but only house. I liked it. Chips and salsa were decent. Guacamole is blended so smooth not chunky and it is spicy!

Last Sunday grabbed lunch here with a friend. Parking is behind the restaurant, so it's a little…read moredeceiving on seeing the place is open. Don't be dissuaded...stop in. Our wait was not long once we caught the attention of a waiter and let him realize we were a party of our own and not part of the group in front of us. When we left it was getting a little more crowded. Choice of food at the table included the following: Dos Changuitos One chicken mini chimi and one beef mini chimi on top of a queso fundido. CHIPOTLE MANGO TACOS Three flour tortillas grilled chicken tacos with chipotle mango sauce, avocado slices, and cheese. Served with rice and beans. They have Coca-Cola products, which I was happy about. The burn was real - so definitely a place to grab a soda if you like having something other than water with your meal. Staff were friendly. Don't feel overlooked if they keep walking by while you are waiting to be seated, they tend to be focused on task at hand.

This use to be a place I frequent when I lived in the area, however the quality has drastically…read morediminished . The setting is still family oriented, service is decent, however the food taste and quality is not as good as I remember. Was looking forward to that fond memory however it missed the mark....hell it missed the entire building.

GET THE SHRIMP TACOS!…read more Solid spot with great service. The food is always good, and very reasonably priced. Also, I always appreciate a restaurant that tells us the kids' portion is so big that my two kids can split the main portion! Their queso is also a family favorite.

I'm always on the lookout for a good Mexican restaurant, in case I need a burrito all of a sudden,…read morefor emotional reasons. Amigos Cantina might be the place to go in Kirkwood, which strikes me as the kind of place where the spice level is often inquired about. I'm not even sure if there's a Taco Bell nearby. I did a five-mile run before I sat down to eat, but it was mostly through residential areas. I kept the volume at a reasonable level, out of respect. I never actually went into the restaurant. A member of our group went in and requested a table for like 12, but then we just ended up sitting at the tables out front, on the sidewalk. We were considering those tables anyway, as connoisseurs of al fresco dining, but someone said there was also a patio out back. If the interior is anything like the sidewalk out front, I'm sure it's just lovely. The signage reminds me of the branding on one of those taco kits you get at the grocery store. I consulted Copilot while I was at work, doing desk calisthenics, getting myself pumped up. You may recall that I also sought its counsel before a trip to a Jersey Mike's a while back. (If they've yet to release a version of it in Italy, they might consider calling it Consigliere.) Specifically, I asked it the best thing to order. It recommended a few entrees featuring the shrimp, which must be highly regarded, and a certain kind of margarita. I can't remember which margarita it was, and I didn't end up ordering it. Separately, I saw where someone posted a picture of a flight of margaritas, and I knew I just had to have that. I've been obsessed with flights of drinks since I saw one was available at a brewery I recently visited. I didn't get one, and I've been kicking myself ever since. It might be my life's greatest regret. With the flight, you get to pick four of six available flavors. I got the peach, amaretto, raspberry and pomegranate, and I know one of the other available flavors was orange. It comes in its own custom tray, designed to be carried without being spilled. Each one is a decent-size drink, but they're not especially stiff. Ayo! As you might suspect, given the (overall) amount of alcohol you get, it's not exactly top shelf. But it's not the Kool-Aid-tasting swill that comes from a dispenser either. Of the four I got, I preferred the peach and raspberry to the amaretto and pomegranate. I went with Cilantro Lime Shrimp, which *was* in fact one of the recommendations from my trusty copilot. It was great! It's served over rice, so it kinda soaks up the liquid from the shrimp, but without becoming overly soupy. They obviously make these all the time and have gotten it down to a science. They fan out the shrimp on the plate so it seems like they've given you more than they have, but it's still a pretty decent amount, for a dish that's not that expensive. It's garnished with fajita-like peppers and a surprisingly piquant, erm, pico. The lime really sets it off. It's served with tortillas, and I packed each one with a bit of rice in addition to shrimp, peppers and what have you. It made for a surprisingly hearty meal, like one of those cans of soup that's advertised primarily to men. If, for some reason, I find myself in the area again, and I'm in need of a burrito, I'll be back, and hopefully I'll take a look inside and explore the menu further.