We as a family have ate at Martinez since our daughter was 4, she's 40, now brings her 18 yr old son, Amazing food, amazing customer service read more

We were recommended to go to this restaurant by the manager at the local Hampton Inn. The place has plenty of parking and as you walk in your are quickly seated. They have a full menu and everything is made to order. I have a garlic allergy and they made sure to give me a chicken fajita lunch special and it was really good. Our server was thorough and made sure to answer all our questions. The place has plenty of seating and wasn't too loud even at the peak of lunch. They do not serve alcohol but we were there at lunch so we did not care. Everything was very good and service was excellent. Our server was Olga and she was very thorough and professional. read more

Reasonable prices and friendly service. I have also used their back rooms for gatherings and parties. Their yellow rice is the best in town. Their fajitas are exquisite. The waitresses will take good care of you, if you get Flor, she is the best. read more

The food here is good and definitely TexMex so if you are looking for authentic this may not be it. That being said I like the steak and tortillas. However the service is good and it really gives you the old hometown feel! read more

Arrived there for dinner just before 5, waited for 10 minutes and was never seated or even approached before we walked out, there was 8 people in line behind us. Had several employees look at us while standing there read more

I love this restaurant, been going there for over 30 years. The food is great and reasonably priced. My only issue is with the waiter named Jose. I have been there several times when he took care of me, with friends and sometimes alone. He basically ignores me and my friends. It took us almost 25 minutes today after he brought our water for him to take our order, and I noticed people around me that he was taking care of that already had their food before we even got our order in. I was there a few months ago alone and I was there an hour and 25 minutes before I finished eating because of him. He absolutely ignored me, and I had to flag down another waitress to take care of me. That guy should not be a waiter, he should be in the back room doing the paperwork. He's not friendly at all and very abrupt when he speaks. All of the lady waitresses are the best. They remember you when you come in and speak to you as friends. read more

Your typical Tex- Mex restaurant with great food and even better service! Lunch specials throughout the week with plenty of choices. Give it a try. read more

A wonderful night was had by all!! I liked the staff, the ambiance, and the food! I ordered carne asada.... beautifully marinated steak that was so tender that I could pull it apart with my hands. Warm fluffy tortillas. Smooth and savory refried beans. Tasty, creamy, refreshing guacamole. And I had a cheese enchilada so that I didn't miss out on my favorites! Delicious chili con carne sauce was smuthered onto the enchiladas! I had a wonderful time listening to my friends and him I enjoyed the warmth of the crispy tortilla chips and spicy salsa. Just enough heat to make you want more. My husband had steak fajitas which was as delicious as mine! I wanted to save room for dessert, because they have some of my favorites! Fried ice cream is my go to.... but I was so full and so satisfied with my meal that I could not spare an inch!!! Not to mention that I drank 3 glasses of their refreshing ICED TEA, because it was perfect with our savory entrees! Our waitress was so friendly, professional, and lively!!! Clean restrooms too.... again I had 3 glasses of tea and had a 20 minute drive home!!! Bless my heart!!! But seriously, God bless the Martinez family and staff!! read more

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Second time here and the food was even better than the first time! We had a huge party (maybe 15 of us with 3 kids) and one server who took all our orders and didn't make a mistake. She was kind, joyous and very attentive to our needs despite us being a roudy group. This time around I ordered the carne asada. Marinated grilled flank steak which came with 4 flour tortillas, beans, rice, guac and pico. The steak was extremely flavorful and was definitely grilled. It was delicious and hot! I really appreciate the hot and fresh tortillas. You have to ask for butter if you'd like but they are perfectly fine without it. Anyways service and food were great. Kudos to the team here! read more

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I visited this Mexican restaurant with a friend on Friday. I had heard great things about this restaurant, but had never visited in the almost 2 years I've lived in Texas and the Mesquite area. We entered the building and I was surprised how big it was. I was expecting something smaller, but anyways, we were promptly seated. Our server, Elsa, brought us warm chips and salsa and asked what we'd like to drink. My friend and I finally decided what we wanted to eat and placed our order. When the food arrived, it was hot and was exactly what I'd been craving! I ordered the chimichanga with beef fajita meat and it was fresh, tender and seasoned perfectly. My friend ordered enchiladas with extra tortillas and also loved his meal. The server was excellent, attentive and very kind. The restaurant was clean and a pleasant dining environment. And of course, the food was outstanding! We will be back soon! read more

Martinez Restaurant - Chimichanga Dinner - Tex-Mex Near Me - Mesquite, Texas

Fabulous authentic food, great atmosphere, wonderful, kind service!! The horchata was the best I've ever had!! The lunch fajitas were delicious!! Y'all go stop in!! Wish there was one closer to me!! read more

Martinez Restaurant - Lunch fajitas plus guac! - Tex-Mex Near Me - Mesquite, Texas

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Good food, service! They don't serve " drinks" but are our go for Taco Tuesday. Comfortable, family friendly atmosphere.

These folks have been around a long time. Is the food out of this world? That would be a stretch. However, this is a staple in Mesquite. It is just good old Rex Mex served up by family who raised bulls for rodeos. Very clean and parking is great. Very roomy and family friendly. read more

Took to long for food to come to table. Food was cold. Rice and beans tasted like out from a can. read more

Got the combo fajitas and both the beef and chicken were so flavorful and it great quality meat!

This place is a good, solid, Mexican restaurant. The people are friendly, and the prices are good. I've been coming for years and never disappointed. They are getting a Michelin star any time soon, but that's not my kind of place anyway. If you want a hot meal in a welcoming family restaurant this is the place. read more

Martinez has been a family favorite since it was at the old location. We've never been disappointed. A great go-to meal is the sour cream chicken enchiladas. They never disappoint!! We always make sure to bring some flour tortillas home with us :) The salsa is great! The wait staff hasn't changed at all, and they are all so so sweet. Everyone makes sure to say hi when someone walks in or leaves. The whole restaurant is very welcoming. I'd definitely recommend coming here anytime. read more

Our family took us her for Dinner tonight. It was wounderfull. Servers was fast and courteous. My wife and I had steak chimmies. They were great. My aunt got beef enchilada they were good also. Would difently recommend it. read more

Martinez Restaurant - Tex-Mex Near Me - Mesquite, Texas

If you like to dine at places where the owner of an establishment refuses to back the local schools then by all means eat here. The owner had offered to supply our PTA with some food for our school dance and then the day of the dance he backed out. Dont waste your money eating in this place. read more

This is my 1st time here and the decor was true to the type of restaurant it is. I think the work is very nice to the eyes and all while eating I couldn't stop looking around. It seem to be a big establishment even though it wasn't busy because of it being a holiday. I ordered a half order of steak/chicken nachos. The chips were kinda small with either meat and cheese on top. Beans were also on top of the nachos- tasty. A side of guacamole, sour cream, and jalapeños came with my order but I can't remember if I had to ask for one or the other and all were ate. The meat had a excellent flavor and I would order it again. The service was light because of it being a holiday and it was one person at the door and one person being the waitress. She was nice and attentive even though she got the drinks, took your order, took your money, and was cleaning the tables. Can anyone say multi- task. She did a great job- just hoping it's not like that for her every day. I recommend this spot on the decor, the food, and the service I received on Dr. Martin Luther King Day. P.S.- looking it seemed to me that they had a special area. I don't know if it's for booking or renting out but it's behind a close door. I will let you know WHEN I go back- if you don't get to it first. read more

Martinez Restaurant - Tile in restroom- very nice. - Tex-Mex Near Me - Mesquite, Texas

Food is mediocre. I guess that is just bc I don't like Tex-Mex. I miss my Mexican food from Memphis. :( The wait staff is nice. That is what I give the two stars for... read more

It was good. The salsa wasn't super hot. The queso rates a 2/5. There was a hair in our shredded cheese. The lady nicely replaced it and apologized. It is okay. Would come here if family members were all meeting here, but probably not again for another date night with the hubby. read more

Martinez Restaurant - Burrito - Tex-Mex Near Me - Mesquite, Texas

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The scores for this place are unfairly low. This is a 3 and 1/2 star place but I am giving it the benefit because this is the kind of old school Tex-Mex joint that serves up comfort food,familiarity (even if you have never been there before but are a Texan) and good yet simple food. They served up good guacamole and good cheese and onion enchiladas. These are my two Tex-Mex classics and act a kind of test of such places and they definitely passed. The service was good but we were there when they were not very crowded but our drinks our gauc and our food came out quickly and we were refilled properly etc. The only negatives about the place is the fact that is not open on Sunday and the mixed bag that is theme park food court look of the place which might be so lame as to somehow become interesting. This is an unpretentious, honest, old school Tex-Mex joint. This is likely a pace enjoyed by Mesquite locals who have never even heard of Yelp and that is refreshing to me. read more

First off I want to say this has nothing to do with COVID at all. This was my first time here and the food was god awful. I had the chicken and beef fajitas and they were a complete mess. First I had to add salt and pepper to my own food and I was the most bland favor you can even think of the onions and bell pepper look and tasted like they were just cut and then warmed up in the microwave. It was all hard. I don't write reviews ever but this one is well deserved. Don't eat here it's a complete waste of money. Any run of the mill taqueria out does this place on a bad day. This food is terrible. No joke. Don't go!!!! read more

Martinez is one of my favorite Mexican restaurants in Mesquite for three reasons: 1. The homemade tortillas 2. The delicious chips 3. The ease of getting in and out as well as being taken good care of by the waitstaff They have always been helpful, the food is always piping hot and very good when it is served, the tortillas, again - homemade and amazing! I really like this place and now that I work in the area again, I will get to eat there more often. The lunch specials are great! I spend less than $10 for a full meal (drink, too) every time. That's hard to beat for good Mexican food. read more

HORRIBLE!!!! I would give this a -7 star, I ordered the burger and fries, the bun was thin and soggy while the burger tasted like store bought patties for your microwave. The toppings tasted like plastic and the fries were pale and had no color, they were not crispy by any means. My group came and then only reason we came is because we let a teenager find a place for dinner that would hold all of us. I would never come back in a million year! Save your money! Don't come!! read more

Food and service were great. Just wish they served alcohol. Business would probably pick-up if they did. Its a fair assessment that people eat more when they're drinking. read more

NO ALCOHOL!! Great food and service but if you want a margarita to wash down your food, this is not your place.

HORRIBLE!!! Ordered Lunch there today- I always try to give them another chance. Today I thought I would support a local business!!! BUT NEVER WILL I SUPPORT this one again. I have ordered the Guacamole salad before and I know what I should receive. Today I pay for a large guacamole salad and get 3 scoops of guacamole for $6.00 with a few shreds of lettuce. I brought it back but the manager argued and said this is what you get, I asked for a refund, he said he could not give me a refund. He said the best he could do is give me another scoop of guacamole. If I only wanted guacamole - I would have ordered a SIDE of guacamole not a salad. He was very rude- I wish I did not leave him a tip now either- We ordered 2 other lunch dinners but they tasted fine but the serving size is smaller and they are charging the same price. I know some people love this restaurant - But I will never go back - This was the 3rd time I thought I would give it another try- Last time we were there we had molded tortillas. A friend of mine said she had a bad experience last week - She is going to make a review also with her experiences Wish I could give ZERO stars. read more

My family eats here often.. after our dinner tonight we will NOT be returning. We arrived for a nice family dinner to a pretty much empty dining room. We were taken to our seats immediately, seated and given menus... and this is where it all goes down hill and quickly. We patiently wait for our waiter to come get our drink orders. I kid you not, 5 waitress pass our table in the middle of the restaurant to get drunk orders of tables that were seated AFTER us. Needless to say 15 minutes and a very heated step dad making it known we are STILL WAITING for drinks, the seasoned waitstaff send the innocent new Guy to take our drink orders.. we requested to speak to a manager and we were told she will be over here shortly. Shortly came and passed, she never showed. We went to the front and the OWNERS WIFE was at the register. For giggles I requested to speak with the owner or a manager again and the wife claimed there was no manager on duty and the owner wasn't there.. as I said my family frequent this restaurant, we've met the owner, his wife, spoke in depth about the restaurant, our personal lives etc.. she claimed she was only the cashier. Knowing very well who she was I informed her of the unacceptable service we received, informed her that we weren't the only table this has happened too tonight, still she was unapologetic. We didn't want anything free or anything, just an apology. I don't think that's too much to ask for. Seeing as every time we have gone in there the waitstaff only waits on those whom they want too when the owner isn't in. The food is slipping, it used to be some of the best Tex-mex food in the area, and now its barely mediocre. Note to the waitstaff... just because you are speaking a different language than the customers, we still know when you are talking about us when you & your buddies are staring and pointing at tables while doing it....... read more

My sister and I ventured here for the first time yesterday and was totally disappointed in not only the food but the management/owner Martinez himself. My sister was brought a glass of water with a bug floating in the glass, our food was in my opinion horrible and not worthy of being served to anyone. She ordered fajitas for herself and the beef came out very questionable looking and not much at all on her sizzling plate. We asked for a manager and over comes Martinez and he starts to motion with his hands near my sister's face and appearing very confrontational with us. He told me if I didn't want my food that I could get up and leave, very rudely and hostile. Sadly to say our first and last time at this establishment. I do not recommend this place at all. read more

I'd have to say I disagree with the previous reviews, I never had a bad experience from when I've been to Martinez. Or maybe I just went at the right times. Great, great salsa (so good that I packaged it in a mason jar and shipped it to NY), unlimited fresh chips, hearty portions that are hard to finish but not overbearing that make you feel sick afterwards. I love that it's family owned and that the prices are good. They will never compete 'value'-wise with a big chain, but why eat at El Fenix when you can get legit home-cooking here? read more

Martinez is one of those places that everyone in Mesquite raves about. I don't get it. The food is average at best. The chips and hot sauce are the highlight of the meal. Service can be very spotty. I would much rather head up to the square and eat at the TexMex place there. read more

I've been coming here for years now and the food and service have always been decent. The waiters and waitresses are nice and in the past, the owner has been very friendly to us. The food is decent but the whole experience is great. It's never too loud. They also have a few befits rain options which is a big plus for me. I will continue to come here whenever I'm in town. read more

It's a decent place. Nothing special food wise but close and great service. Nice place to meet up for any group.

I have been coming to Martinez for year there prices have substancially risen sense I started to come there. I love the food and for a resturant the food it authentic as it gets. read more

It'a more like 2.5 stars. Service was great! Staff is super nice & we were seated immediately. We sat down, got drinks & food within 15 min. Food is where it seriously fell short. Sign says 'Fine Mexican Food'.. do not expect that. It is more of a below average Tex Mex. I've never seen rice with visible vegetables & spices but still be so ridiculously bland. Sour Cream Enchiladas were Not seasoned, and it's literally just straight sour cream unlike the usual sauce. Service is great but we won't be back bc of the food read more

Came to eat lunch. The food was horrible!!! I found a ant in the rice. Just disgusting. I told the manager and he replaced it. I just didn't end up eating it. Still got charged for it. Never will go back again! read more

Been going for years and it is always excellent. The staff is very attentive and our server, Jesus knows me and my order even though I only come in once or twice a month. The fajita quesdaillas are always my favorite. The chips & salsa, tortillas and gauacamole are excellent. The place is clean and the staff is always nice and friendly. This is a true gem in the DFW for Tex-Mex! read more

I love Martinez for every reason you can think of. Everything on the menu is great. I go for tortilla soup at lunch, Pechuga a la Parilla if I'm trying to stay away from carbs, and any of the enchilada dinners if I'm not. I love that their food is consistent, the servers are friendly and attentive. Prices are fair, and they are so accommodating when I call about picking up food for holiday events. Pride shines in this family-owned establishment. read more