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    Matador Meridian

    3.4 (332 reviews)
    Open 11:00 am - 11:00 pm

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    Moderate noise
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    Outdoor seating

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    Chicken Habenero Enchiladas with rice and black beans, quacamole, pico de gallo, and ranch/sour cream sauce
    Amy N.

    We recently dined upstairs at Matador in The Village of Meridian and had a fantastic experience. I didn't even know the mezzanine existed, despite having been there before. The space is stylish, moody, and comfortable with dark wood, artisan metal accents, and cozy seating. It feels upscale yet relaxed. The fire pit table downstairs by the bar adds to the edgy, intimate ambiance. The service was excellent. Our server was attentive without being overbearing, checking in at just the right moments. We started with complimentary chips and very fresh, nicely spicy salsa, and they brought more when ours ran out. For an appetizer, we got the stuffed bacon-wrapped jalapeños. They were outstanding and a must-try. I ordered the cucumber jalapeño margarita and really enjoyed it. It was cool, refreshing, and had a nice kick. For my entrée, I had the chicken habanero enchilada served with rice and beans, and it was very tasty. Overall, the meal delivered. In terms of atmosphere, service, and food, this place never disappoints. If you're looking for a great Mexican restaurant or upscale Tex-Mex spot in Meridian to take someone for a special evening out or just a fun night, I highly recommend Matador.

    Joseph D.

    We have been to Matador a number of times and experienced good food and service. This visit I ordered something new. The Ribeye Tacos. The first few bites of one of the tacos was unpleasant. I picked out and tasted individual ingredients from the taco and when I tried the Ribeye meat it was terrible. It was sour tasting and I had to spit it out. I informed the server this taco is not good. The response was " sorry about that" and walked off. I reluctantly paid the bill and left. My bad, I shouldn't have paid for it.

    Tortilla Chicken Soup
    Stephanie S.

    Such a great place for dinner! Went on a Friday night after a movie so the wait time was long. I used the time to look through the menu to narrow it down to what I wanted to order. Since we came from the movies we skipped on ordering any appetizers. We ordered two bowls of chicken tortilla soup, poblano burrito, and habanero burrito. All the items were delicious. The chef accidentally put sour cream on the poblano burrito when it was ordered without out so that came out a little later than the rest of the food but not by much. I was worried it was going to take awhile but it didn't. The habanero burrito was sooo good. I was expecting it to be spicy but it wasn't overly spicy. Burritos are big so took left overs for lunch the next day. Service was really good and the ambiance is nice but can be a little loud with the music.

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    Tim C.

    Where do i begin, the unfriendly greeting by host, the long wait time to order once we were sat, the poor service by the staff, the small (tiny) portions, the over priced food that doesn't give you options, the disengaged server, the rude unprofessional staff, starting with the Sunday Manager arguing with me for my underwhelmed portions and lack of satisfactory explanations., impersonal wait staff. No veteran discount or adjustment on price for average tasting food, filling the plate with means and rice with tiny main portions of dish. Terrible experience will Notbe returning and i recommend that you don't consider this wanna be Mexican restaurant for any meal plans!! Very disorganized and unprofessionally ran place ive been to, i hope it get replaced by an authentic Mexican restaurant because at this rate its just a waste of space aling with the rude woman who is the sunday manger! TERRIBLE!

    The chips and salsa.
    Dj M.

    My wife, daughter, and I went to the movies then tried the restaurant for the first time. The chips and salsa were great. Fresh, and some kick. I had the chicken taco salad. It was incredible and fresh. The lettuce was crisp, beans were fresh and warm, and the chicken was cooked and juicy. Our server was incredible as well.

    Queso Con Chorizo
    Jason S.

    I am only give this place a 3 star for the chips and salsa as well as our service...like any Mexican joint I rage 1st by the chips and salsa these were very solid with great homemade salsa. Wish I would've just filled up on these. Plus the service was excellent but the food was blah blah.... My fajitas were so bland and the chicken tater like the chicken was precooked. Plus for $25 the portion was pretty skimpy. My wife ordered the pastor seasonal tacos and to be honest they were not good at all. If you have ever had traditional pastor this was a huge disappointment. Plus while eating my wife found a long piece of hair in her food. So with the fact these weren't very good and the hair she was very dissatisfied. Inside the restaurant is very modern and cool and it's too bad because the 90's grunge music playing with the inside decor vibe this was very hopeful. This is now our 2nd attempt at this restaurant while the 1st attempt was at their downtown location. Both experiences have left me disappointed and it's too bad. For overpriced Mexican this wasn't worth it at all. I would've much rather drove up to Nampa to Mesa Taco or Amano in Caldwell.

    Matador Bowl

    I'm new to this restaurant and stopped for an early dinner while I was in the area. I ordered the Matador bowl with carnitas, which was very delicious. The chips and salsa were also great.

    Baja Fish Tacos Mango Margarita

    Food, service, and outdoor patio are all awesome. Really enjoyed my time here. I appreciate the portion sizes as I was full after one taco and few bites of rice and beans.

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    Food is awful, service is horrible. Waste of money. Overpriced Mexican food that isn't even good. They just mask everything with spice.

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    The food is always good and I have never ran into any issues with service. You can always sit at the bar anytime.

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    Go for happy hour. The Haba Prawns and jalapeno poppers are a favorite for my wife and I.

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