This popular spot closed in March 2020 and recently re-opened after a five-year hiatus with an updated menu, a revamped look, and fresh new vibes. The menu features Tex Mex fare that is reasonably priced. The portions are generous and margaritas are available by the pitcher. I came here with my brothers for some Sunday Funday shenanigans. They used to come here back in the day and had some wild stories to tell. Our server Branden was F-A-B-U-L-O-U-S! Loved him! The other waiter was great too. The décor here is lively & fun and the retractable roof emits tropical vacation vibes. We started with chips & salsa and a pitcher of the Skinny Margarita. The chips & salsa were tasty and the margarita got the party started. Ole! (We ended up ordering 4 pitchers.) Our food order consisted of: Nachos, Macho Stacked Chicken Enchilada with Herb Green Rice, Shrimp Diablo, Plato De Carnitas, side Caesar Salad, & a side of Fries. The Shrimp Diablo was tasty but needed more heat. The Herb Green Rice had a nice flavor. The Nachos were yummy as were the fries. I do like the food at Zarape' better (which is across the street), but for a fun time and margaritas that pack a punch Marix is the place. read more

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The food is always delicious and portions are generous. I love the vibe too! The 70's and 80's background music makes lunch feel like a mini escape from the workday. Nothing like great Tex-Mex with some classic throwback music! Friendly service, great atmosphere and reasonable prices make this my to go to restaurant! read more

Marix was one of our regular haunts for years, so I was genuinely sad when it closed. When it finally reopened, I couldn't wait to go back. The most surprising part? Prices are exactly where they were when the doors shut years ago. The food is much the same as well--solid, average Tex-Mex. The enchiladas and tacos are perfectly fine, just not the reason you come here. But once that first margarita hits the table, none of that really matters. Add in great chips and salsa, and you're reminded why this place has such loyal fans. Our server, Garrett, was terrific--friendly, attentive, and even brought water for my dog, which always earns extra points. Marix is officially back in the rotation, especially on Taco Tuesday. read more

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I used to go to Marix almost every week when I first moved to Los Angeles. No one was more disappointed than I was when it closed. So when I heard that it had reopened I was thrilled. I was so afraid that I was gonna be disappointed because the old Marix was really hard to live up to. But I could not have been more wrong. It's like I went back in time! The food is excellent! And of course you start every meal with the complementary chips and salsa. The margaritas are insanely good. The only difference is that they're served in tumblers instead of the traditional margarita glasses. One sip and the familiar essence of the perfect margarita is revisited. The Server is no longer wear the custom T-shirts, but the service was just as excellent. We were greeted at the front door with a pleasant compliment and seated almost immediately. In a time of inflation and high prices, Marix has the same prices as it did when I first started going there. My margarita was $10 on a boulevard where the average price of a drink is $25. No need to worry about water down drinks here. One sip and I was happily tipsy. I had the famous shrimp, margaritas, and they were just as delicious if not better than before. The vegetables were fresh. The tortillas were amazing and the shrimp had that snap that you want with every bite. The roof still opens and the noise complaints have apparently been squashed by the owners purchasing nearby residences. The mirrors on the wall have been repainted so they're freshly bright and colorful. The crowd is a little younger than I remembered. But of course that's because I've grown older. It's still rambunctious and delightful. And I'm so glad it's back. read more

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Marix is back ... and all I can say is FINALLY!! One of my favorite spots ever, and having it reopened in Weho after a 5-year closure did not disappoint. The margaritas are as strong and delicious as ever, the chips and guac are plentiful, and the fajitas are big enough to share with a friend (hot tip: get the blackened chicken for a little extra spice). And the best part? They kept their 2019 pricing! A pitcher of margaritas is under $30. Do yourself a favor and come here immediately -- Weho's fave neighborhood spot is BACK! read more

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Bobby, the server is great! I had the crunchy chicken tacos, so delicious! Of course got a picture of the kick ass margaritas. Service was fast. Dog friendly in the front patio! I'll definitely be coming back. Hopefully Bobby will be my server again. He made the experience so much fun! read more

Marix Tex Mex Cafe - Tex-Mex Near Me - West Hollywood, California

The famous Marix Tex Mex Cafe finally re-opened after Covid. What a delight to have one of the good 'ol' restaurants come back again with some of the prior staff members that keep this place fabulous. The food was amazing and delicious and it's already on our list to frequently repeat. The ambiance is casual, clean and nice - but for those who have never been here, the seating is cramped up to one-another BUT is totally okay because the guests are all fabulous. We had the pitcher of Marix Margaritas with free chips and salsas, ordered the guacamole which was fantastic. Follow d by the Enchiladas Suizas and the Jorge's Crab+Shrimp Enchiladas. Honestly, the Jorge's was much better than the Suizas. Marix is a happening place - so come and enjoy a nice dinner or brunch and some splendid drinks. Upon re-opening, the prices remain the same when they closed in 2019 (I think this continues for one year). Marix is a must. read more

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Fantastic and fun Friday night. When you and go and you must ask for Jayden the sweetest server. Margs are fantastic but nothing can beat the banana cream pie. read more

This is a quaint location and lovely looking exterior that welcomes you into a tree lined neighborhood. The place was well appointed with numerous table accommodating many. The waiter was very jovial in his greeting and immediately brought us chips and salsa. We also opted for the guacamole that was excellent and avocado forward which I love. The chips seemed freshly made, however there wasn't a hint of salt on them, I had to ask for a salt shaker to enhance mine. I opted for the 2 item special which included a chile relleno and a beef taco. They were tasty but lack luster, the chile relleno just seemed like an afterthought and the taco was too crunchy (I should have chosen the soft taco option) the meat chunks were a little chewy. Since I didn't opt for beans and rice, I was offered a side salad instead, which I thought was a nice service. The star of the show was the Margatini (top shelf) it was brutally shaken and served in a nice wide mouthed martini glass filled to the brim. I would love to return just for the beverage I just mentioned and chips and guacamole. read more

Was not here in its hayday but the staff is great. food is solid and it has the comfort of a neighborhood restaurant that just feels good to be in.. read more

The best fajitas in LA hands down. So glad they're back open after their hiatus. I will be returning soon!

This place is amazing. I cant believe it exists. Food and quick and tasty. The Margaritas are top notch. Very very reasonably priced. What it once was a establishment that catered to a certain demographic. Still has that but you will find families and non demographic couples. read more

Marix is iconic. Period. Is the food great? It's very passable. SO glad it's back in WeHo. A fun, gay good time. Pre-pandemic pricing and sweet present staff don't hurt. read more

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Located in West Hollywood Marix Tex Mex restaurant is a fun place to go for drinks and dinner. When you walk in your greeted with big smiles and great energy. The host, the servers and the bartenders all love being there and it shows. This is a great place to bring a date, family or people from the office. It's a social, friendly and flirty atmosphere. The inside is very charming and they have a big sky ceiling that opens up, which is perfect for Southern California. The margaritas are very generous and the food is absolutely delicious. We are definitely making this restaurant on our monthly rotation.! Marix Tex Mex in West Hollywood gets our five star yelp review and our personal recommendation! You will go and have a great time bon appétit! read more

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Tradition to go here. Our friend group would often go here for birthdays. We were bummed when they closed but thrilled when they reopened. Exactly the same place as it always was. Still an LGBTQ+ crowd. read more

I have been to Marix on a few occasions since their re-opening. Sadly, it is no longer the fun, lively and tasty place I once knew. My last visit was on Halloween 2025 and it was okay. Ambiance: Pleasant Service: Okay Food: Okay. Their pitcher of margarita (skinny) was nothing to holler about and a bit pricey for the majority of the pitcher to be ice and not margarita. Overall, I rate Marix a 3 on a scale from 1 to 5, 5 being great. If you haven't been back since the reopening, give Marix a try. Hopefully, your experience will be a 4 or a 5. read more

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This beloved neighborhood bar is back! Serving its classic margarita by the pitcher and comforting Tex-Mex favorites. For a lot of folks, this place holds lots of memories so many are glad that it's back! The space is small and they don't take reservations so you will most likely have to wait a bit. Since it's newly reopened, we got there around 5:45 and didn't get seated until about 7 for a party of 5. All was good because we were at the bar drinking margaritas in the meantime. I got the Steak Fajitas and they came out on a sizzling hot plate. Also recommend getting the Apple Pie with Vanilla Ice Cream dessert! It also comes out sizzling with delicious caramel all around!! read more

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Not a bad burrito but not the burrito I'm going for when I want a burrito. Old-school tex-mex spot with a modest menu and major portions. Refried beans were pretty good and I usually don't like refried beans read more

Looking for a casual, affordable, and socially-vibey restaurant in Weho...? Marix is officially back and open. You can tell when you walk in that this is a favorite among the locals. I stepped in early on a Friday night, and the space was buzzing with everyone celebrating happy hour to early dinner bites before a night out. There are no reservations here, but you don't need one... although you may have to wait a bit for a table during peak hours on the weekends. The food is pretty standard Tex Mex, I think the tacos I had were pretty solid and a decent price for restaurant tacos. The Margaritas here are a decent deal, we had a few Watermelon margaritas that night. Finish off with the sizzling Apple Pie for a little fun treat. All in all, an easy spot to come in over again... with my love of breakfast burritos I may try to come back during brunch hours sometime read more

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I was sincerely excited to try Marix. It's local, the space has allure, and this is apparently its big comeback. Never did I expect that after my visit I'd be writing about the worst restaurant experience I've ever had. From the moment I kindly noted I'd stick to water, the server made a sarcastic comment about my choice. Something felt off right from the start. My friend enjoyed his meal and finished it. I wasn't too fond of my order--the fish tacos were underwhelming--but not terrible. When our server did a final check-in and asked if I wanted a box, I said no. He asked if I hadn't enjoyed my meal, and I gave an honest but gentle, "I didn't love it," adding that I'd had an upset stomach earlier in the day. I really thought that would be the end of it, as in most restaurants such feedback is met with a simple, "I'm sorry to hear that". In fact, the co-manager, Michael, came over shortly after to check on us. He apologized for any inconvenience, offered me dessert, and I politely declined. I told him the new space was beautiful, and we had a very pleasant exchange. But when the server returned with my check and card, he slammed a pen onto the table and, in a scornful tone, said I had "been a delight." He then threatened loud enough for others to hear that he hoped to see me back and that "the food will hopefully be better, but your service definitely won't be". If you're coming to drink, socialize, and keep dining expectations low, you might enjoy this place--and you're probably less likely to have an interaction like mine. My experience suggests to me that the energy here suits a certain type of guest, and I'm simply not that type. That said, I still root for Marix. I believe it has potential, and I hope its entire team can prioritize giving every guest--regardless of who they are or what they order--the grace and kindness we all deserve. read more

Food was good, ambiance was nice and service was excellent. For me, the place was too loud. If you do not mind, I can recommend the place. Just make sure you come early. They do not take reservations and the line was long. read more

Marix Tex Mex Cafe - Restaurant - Tex-Mex Near Me - West Hollywood, California

The restaurant just re opened this week . Great great place to eat & drink delicious Mexican food. The bartenders were extremely nice and mixing delicious margaritas. read more

Marix Tex Mex Cafe - Margaritas & chips - Tex-Mex Near Me - West Hollywood, California

Bobby is such a great server! What a fun time during brunch. Food was great chicken tacos were fire, reminded me of my moms seasoning

Good value and better than average food. It's a popular spot so be prepared to wait for a table and order a margarita while you wait.

In my opinion, the Best Mexican restaurant in town The food is great and the service excellent read more

The food is flavorless, dry and bland. Drinks are good as are the chips and salsa. 3 stars for the atmosphere - i would give it 5 stars but the food is so tasteless I just can't eat here anymore. The waiters are very nice. Great location. Go here for drinks and eat somewhere else. read more

I've long considered Marix to be perhap the best Mexican restaurant (certainly one of the best Tex-Mex eateries) in West Hollywood. The food is always nicely-prepared and fresh, and the drinks are notably good. The staff is friendly and attentive, and the open-air dining area is relaxing and comforting. I was surprised and pleased to find it open again. read more

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I'm extremely disappointed by our experience. The manager refused to seat us in the dining room because I was accompanied by my well-trained, legitimate registered service animal. Instead, he insisted that we sit outside on the patio. This is unlawful and unacceptable. I provided documentation proving my service animal to be legitimate, yet he continued to claim that the "health department requires service animals to be outside," which is simply not factual. Businesses are required to allow service animals in dining areas under federal law. We ultimately chose to leave and spend our money elsewhere. Discrimination is not cute, and it certainly isn't good customer service. I hope management takes the time to educate their staff on ADA compliance so this doesn't happen to someone else. I am also seeking action from the city and other avenues read more

My first time here, came in for a margarita and was not disappointed! the music and open space of the restaurant was a vibe, i loved being able to enjoy a good meal without breaking the bank. Not really a thing these days the kickass margarita was definitely something i'd come back for, not a huge desert person but the banana cream pie was light and not too sweet! service was quick, all of the servers are great and attentive and friendly definitely will come back read more

Waited so long for them to reopen and kids it was so worth the wait. What a lot of newcomers don't realize is Marix Tex Mex has been around for nearly 40 years! They aren't copying anyone, they wrote the book. Where else can you get a good marg for $10? The guac salsa and chips were delish. Fresh guac no msg thank you. Two of us had fajitas and the other person had enchiladas. We are all part of the clean plate club. We shared the sizzling apple pie and the homemade banana cream pie. Looking forward to returning! read more

A small backstory. My partner has been telling me about this place since we first met 4 years ago. He was anxiously waiting for it to reopen. When it finally did, he was itching to go. Well we went last Saturday. I was disappointed. First he didnt warn me how loud it was. It sounded like the club. Apparently its always been like this this is just my warning for others who may not know. It was a 45 minute wait with nowhere to sit. Chips and Salsa: Salsa needed more salt, chips were good. I wanted puffy tacos, they said they had none. I settled for the Tres Enchiladas. The red sauce is very dark, darker than Ive seen elsewhere and I didnt care for the flavor. Since it was very saucy I cant even say I tasted the meat. One beef, one chicken, one cheese, the sauce overpowered them all. My biggest complaint with this dish was the tiny scoop of beans and rice. My partner showed me previous pics of when it was open before they used to give more. He ordered some type of steak that he said was not cooked well, like it was boiled or something and those onions looked like someone threw them on the grill for all of 2 minutes and they no longer had this chimichurri sauce he loved ( I looked up old menu and discovered this dish was the Cubano something that is no longer offered). This is positive and negative but the food came out way too fast (positive for fast food) for there to be any proper cooking for a steak and onions (negative). The only thing I enjoyed about this place was the margaritas. Overall the food wasn't great and it was too loud for me. I do recognize and acknowledge what this place means/meant to the locals, my partner included, so good for them for opening back up. Maybe they just have to find their footing again. read more

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The only Tex Mex place that serves authentic fajitas. Best staff and atmosphere. Have been a customer for over 35 years. Nothing compares to the fajitas. Have tried many different places. The nachos are also amazing. Large portions as well. read more

Not sure I'll go back...maybe in a few more months. Originally went back for the nostalgia and the place did look like its former self but refreshed. It was crowded and loud...but that's no different than before and to be expected. As a party of three...we never had the chance to try the food as we left after waiting 90 minutes (arrived at 730 left at 9) and went to Bossa Nova a few blocks away. They have a nice app to see where you are in the wait list...but every time the app said we were next...it changed to reflect someone else was ahead of us. When I asked the host he acted like he had no idea about the wait and putting other parties ahead of us (something I've also read in other reviews). At that point we just left....did get a call about 2 minutes after we walked out the door to leave saying our table was ready (how timely??) but at that point we were done and didn't want to wait another hour for food. As I had gone to the Pre-Covid Marix and had plenty a good times....this was a disappointment. The A-lister attitude of the management and general vibe is a bit tiring and not warranted....its not fine dining. Not sure I'll be back....but who knows....cheers...there are a lot of other options to choose from read more

I want to preface this by saying I've always loved Marix, back before it closed down for a few years due to COVID. That being said, here's the nuts to butts honest review. It hurts to write this, given how much I irrationally love the place, but it is what it is. 1) You don't really come here for a full meal if you know what you're doing. You come here for chips and Margs - and maybe to split an entree. If you come with expectations beyond that, you will probably be disappointed. Chips and Margs is 85% of the full experience - so it works great as a place to grab drinks and apps before your dinner elsewhere. 2) The Margs are fantastic. Get the Kickass Margarita - this is why you come here. If I was giving a rating based on Margs and chips, I'd give it 4* easily. 2)The food is OK - ish. Avoid steak add ons to any orders like the Queso Fundido. Also avoid steak in general; across multiple orders and across several visits, the chef drastically overcooks the meat and oversalts it as well. My educated guess is the chef is a bit overworked and leaves the itty bitty pieces of steak on the grill 20 seconds too long. But tiny pieces of meat cook through in seconds, so clearly the chef is pulled in too many directions to put out properly cooked steak to medium rare. 3) On that note, just avoid the Queso Fundido altogether. The cheese doesn't come out as melted as it should and within 4 minutes it will become too hard to spread. Compare that with a place like Cantina Frida in Beverly Hills, where the queso remains spreadable for 10 minutes, and it's no contest. Really not worth the price of $19.50 (including tax). 4) The vibe and atmosphere is very fun. They have open air ceilings which really adds a lot to the experience. But it's not like, a Mexican spot -- it's more like a gay club dressed up in a bandido's outfit. I don't mind it, in fact I enjoy it mostly, but if that's not your cup of tea just know what you're signing up for. It is WeHo after all. You won't find mexican music here, it's club music - very loud club music. You'll have to speak louder than normal for your dinner companion to hear you. 5) Most nights it's excessively booked up and one hour waits are very common. I expect this will change very soon since the hype of the opening is naturally plateauing and once I see that this changes, I'll update the review to reflect it. 6) If you can get a table, service is excellent. I would love to give this spot a 4* or 5*, but I just can't. I go for the atmosphere and the margs that I don't have to make myself. Locals know what's up. read more

First time visiting this restaurant and the food and drinks were 1000/10, servers were quick, and the ambiance was fantastic. Its so difficult to find a place where food and ambiance meet but I strongly recommend this one! read more

WEHO IS BACK, BABY -- AND SO IS MARIX! WOOOOOW. We couldn't wait to run--not walk--back to MARIX after the grand reopening, and honey... they did not disappoint! From the moment we walked in, it was giving sunshine, sass, and sizzling fajitas! The vibe? IMMACULATE. The staff? EXEMPLARY. The Margies? ICE-COLD AND EVERYTHING. The crowd? QUEER JOY ON FULL DISPLAY. Huge shoutout to BOBBY -- our server, our angel, our margarita whisperer -- who took amazing care of us with humor, charm, and just the right amount of tequila encouragement. ‍ We laughed, we clinked glasses, we dished, we dipped chips like we were born for it -- and for one blissful moment, it felt like old-school WeHo joy met fresh fab energy. You can taste the love in every bite (and every frozen margarita swirl). MARIX is back and gayer than ever -- and we're HERE FOR IT. Congratulations to the whole team. You've brought the sparkle back to the rainbow See you next Taco Tuesday, babes. #MarixMagic #WeHoEats #MargsAndMoans #GayAndSlayed #BobbyDeservesARaise #MarixIsBackHunty read more

Amazing food, staff and drinks. It's like this place was never closed. Love this place!

Glad they are back open for brunch. Our server Bobby was not only eye candy, he was very entertaining as a server and recommended some great entrees. The manager also goes out of his way to make sure everything is well run. We'll be back read more

The food has never been great, but at least you could've counted on margaritas. Sadly, on our visit in mid September the food was worse than before and and the margaritas weak. The whole experience seemed completely off compared to the fun we had over the years going there prior to the pandemic. To cap it off, we sat in the back room next to a couple of screaming middle-aged women. It was brutal all around. We won't be back. read more

Marix is back!!! A neighborhood favorite, it closed during Covid, and just reopened. It's as good, delicious, and fun as ever. As always, their Kick Ass Margaritas are fab!!! Service, always good. read more