This was my 1st time coming to Mexicali and I will definitely be returning. Ginna was attentive, engaged in conversation and offered suggestions. The food arrived hot and was delicious. I had leftovers, enough for tomorrow. Impeccable service and food! The atmosphere was festive and not loud. The manager was friendly and checked several time, if you needed anything. It was a pleasureable dining experience! 5++ RB read more

This place is so well decorated has a great Mexican vibe. The food we had was very good queso dip, guac, quesadilla, burrito, and chicken tenders. The marg I had was delicious and massive! So fun. Our waitress was super friendly and attentive! Great experience! read more

Mexicali Cantina Grill - Danvers - Super jumbo marg - Mexican Near Me - Danvers, Massachusetts

We went on a Saturday and sat at the bar around 5'ish. They have a large bar and there were only 2 other couples there. We were ignored by the bartender. We weren't even certain she was the bartender because she made eye contact multiple times and didn't come over. So odd! It was a big bar and just 2 other couples there. No service. This went on for quite some time. I wanted to leave because this is obviously not a good sign. Suddenly someone else comes over to greet us very friendly with salsa and chips and we assume OHHH this is the bartender. We thank her and ask if we can place a drink order. She looks confused and then summons the bartender that has been there the entire time ignoring us. It was really incredulous. We place drink orders with the unfriendly non-responsive bartender. My husband orders a Margarita and no lie there's a large hair in it. We actually thought it was a crack in the glass at first. So he pulls it out and I tell him OMG send it back, but he says well they'll never believe me now that I pulled it out. We cut our visit short. Overall, not the best experience and we will definitely not be back. read more

The food and prices are good, always have been. My issue with the place is right when you walk in the door the place smells awful. It honestly smells like a bathroom. Don't know if they're using the same buckets and mops in the dining room or if they use the same cleaner they use in the bathrooms but it really stinks. So much so that I won't be going back to eat in. If you decide to go here do takeout although with that smell I wonder how sanitary that place is. It's a shame cause we've always enjoyed going there. read more

I went with a friend for lunch and we were sat immediately. We both got the house margaritas and they were large, strong, and delicious! Our serve was patient when we needed more time to order. I got the enchiladas with queso and they were very good. They were stuffed full of very well seasoned chicken! The rice also tasted very fresh! Can't wait to come back to try something different read more

Scammers. Had two groupons for $25 - you can use one at a time , however, it turned out that the waitress while going to " check in with the manager " used one ( rightfully) and redeemed another one ... apparently just for fun . It happened on May 1st , and i just realized it today , trying to use the second groupon. So, basically, the restaurant stole $ 25 from me. I'm sorry, but i don't feel like talking about the quality of food when people just openly steal from me. And I just wonder: if their staff is doing such scams, what else they can do to their customers. read more

Great Margaritas and lots of size options! Rotating "seasonal" flavors. Great atmosphere! I am vegetarian and gluten free and love the veggie fajitas and veggie bowl! read more

Would not go again. It wasn't horrible but it wasn't memorable. The service was mid just like the food.

Service is always good. Food is always hot and fresh. And the atmosphere feels authentic. And don't get me started on the margaritas. 100% recommend read more

Coming here you can never miss!!!! Absolutely love this place and the people. Always fast service and great food. Drinks also always hit the spot. A great place to go for lunch or dinner with family, friends, or by yourself! read more

I love their Mexican Street Corn appetizer and Ranchero Shrimp Salad. Their salad dressing is my favorite.

My family and I had dinner here tonight (Wed. evening) and we enjoyed it. It wasn't too busy and the service was alright, nothing to write home about. I had a Mai Tai (3/5, it was boozy but not bad) and my mom had a Blue Hawaiian (5/5, sooo good). For food, I ordered the Birria Tacos (4/5, yummy but could've used a little more flavor), my mom had the Mercado Tacos (4/5), and others had the Cantina Steak (3/5) and the Street Burrito (4/5). Overall it was pretty good and I might return if I'm in the area. read more

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Food was great, we ordered the guac dip and app sampler (which included nachos, wings, mini chimichanga, and cheese quesadillas) to start. For entree I ordered the southwestern quesadilla which contained bbq shredded chicken, beans, corn, and cheese. For dessert, they provided a complimentary fried ice cream as a birthday treat, which was sweet of them to do. And we ordered churros and fried apple burritos Drinks were good though I would prefer just a bit more alcohol otherwise food and service was great! read more

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Food was the Best Mexican I've had in Massachusetts. We like to sit at the bar and our bartender was fantastic! Excellent service, great food (and I'm from CA/AZ!) can't miss! read more

The best guacamole I have ever had! I'm in a food coma.... Coming out of the coma slightly to write this review. I got a street burrito with shredded chicken and carnitas and it CAME WITH queso on the side! Then I put some guac on top! OMG SO SO SO good! Service was fast and pleasant! This place is my slice of Mexico that I needed ever so much! Thank you! read more

Mexicali Cantina Grill - Danvers - Guacamole Fresco - Mexican Near Me - Danvers, Massachusetts

We came for dinner and had a delicious meal. Reviews are somewhat mixed but don't believed the bad ones, food is authentic and so yummy, portions are very generous! Guacamole is one of the best I've ever had. Our server was very nice and polite, kept checking on us regularly and refilling our water. If you're in the area, definitely stop by this place! read more

The good: I want to start with, our server was really nice and belongs elsewhere, in a more authentic place. The food: Street corn- ATROCIOUS! In fact as it was delivered to the table every single one of the kids thought someone puked. I attempted to bite into it but I got sick instantly from the smell and taste. We have had this elsewhere in several other places, so I'm aware of what was ordered. It was bad. Like terrible. My boyfriend had to remove it from the table. Ground beef tacos- we got a few orders of this for the kids. Basic. They were over filled with lettuce and cheese and under that was a soup concoction of terribly ground beef. Not one taco was able to be picked up. They all fell apart. Shrimp fajita quesadilla- decent flavor, so greasy. I could only eat one side of the tortilla as the other side was swimming in grease. The portion size was good. Presentation of the plate was nice. I think if it wasn't so greasy it would have been a hit. Grilled chicken quesadilla- no complaints, compared to Margaritas restaurant however, which is rated below Taco Bell in his eyes. Kids chicken quesadilla- huge portion, looks decent. I would have preferred this meal over anything at the table. I wanted to like this place, as the reviews looked decent. However, there is zero chance of even considering going here again. It was bad! And I am slightly traumatized from that vomit infused corn. read more

We were a large group of about 9 people. The service was quick, attentive and friendly. They also do a cute birthday thing with the sombreros. The food was good but didn't blow me away. Would go back. read more

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Server was very nice, checked on me a couple times and brought things to me quickly. However, the food itself was very bland and not warm. It also wasn't made fresh, including the guac. The guac tasted like it was one of those packets you get from a grocery store. Quesadilla was soggy and bland. Chicken was crispy and cold including the sauce. It's strange because I don't know what to make of that. The server brought me the food fairly quickly (within 12 minutes) so I don't understand how the food was cold. Perhaps frozen and not microwaved long enough? Idk. I asked for a to-go box for the chicken just so I could take it home and heat it up myself. I don't like to make fuss at restaurants or send food back because you never know who's in a bad mood lol. I doubt I'll be back read more

Mexicali Cantina Grill - Danvers - Southwest Quesadilla - Mexican Near Me - Danvers, Massachusetts

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I had gift cards for Mexicali and decided to use them for tonight's dinner, we had a nice experience with our waitress who was also taking care of the bar. She was very friendly and took great care of us ! I had the carne asada plate which came with rice , beans , small salad and warm tortillas. The skirt steak was cooked medium well (how I asked) , came out hot and flavorful. Thanks Mexicali! read more

Mexicali Cantina Grill - Danvers - Chips and salsa - Mexican Near Me - Danvers, Massachusetts

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Oh my God, I had gotten out of work and I was exhausted, and hungry, and needed to decompress before going home. I stopped for lunch. I had gotten out at 11am (been on since 7pm the night before). Feeling aimless I had taken a roundabout way home to see what options I had. I have wanted to stop here for a while, and good Lord they had outside dining set up! My wife doesn't like this style of food so today was as good a day as any to fly solo. I went in, but because of the 'rona they didn't have anyone at the entrance, most of the business is take out and contactless pickup. No inside dining. After gaining attention from an employee, I was brought to the patio area and sat down. The server was attentive and polite, and things came out fairly quick. I started to load up on chips and salsa, the chips were beautiful and crisp. I ordered a couple marg's and barbacoa chimichanga, I was in my happy place. Oh, and the server was nice and asked me what type of margarita I wanted, but no drink menu. My brain was so fried and broken I just said "I don't know much about tequila. Just a regular margarita please." I didn't want to think or process what I wanted. There's only so much decisions a person could make in a 19 hour period. The margarita was delicious and smooth and what I needed at the end of MY day. The barbacoa was juicy but a little tough, but otherwise the chimichanga was delicious. I think I was in and out in 40 minutes at most. This is a nice option to have, and I would like to try more of the menu. read more

Mexicali Cantina Grill - Danvers - Mexican Near Me - Danvers, Massachusetts

Great service and good drinks. Food is inconsistent. Sometimes it is excellent but other days it is just fair. Still it is one of our "go to" restaurants in the area. read more

Fabulous food, drinks & fun atmosphere with friendly & efficient wait staff! A must when you have a hankering for outstanding Mexican food! read more

Amazing food and Margaritas! A variety of fruit flavored margaritas that you won't find anywhere else. They also have frozen and make non-alcoholic ones. I tried the mango and then the banana flavors and they were both excellent!! Veggie fajitas and steak quesadillas were enjoyed. Also, excellent service. Definitely coming back here!! read more

Mexicali Cantina Grill - Danvers - Skinny margarita and a mango margarita on the rocks - Mexican Near Me - Danvers, Massachusetts

Stopped in for a bite to eat and a drink on a whim. Last minute for sure, no looking on Yelp first and definitely not planned. We saw the sign and pulled in. So glad we did. The service was fantastic, the food was really good, the drink was exceptional. It appears to be a family run business, I love that as well. I felt like I was in a Mexican restaurant in Mexico or out West. Pleasantly surprised. read more

Great service. Excellent drinks - Auguatine at the bar is a bona fide a Mexican legend. Food is family-friendly, get the queso with chorizo, and the tacos are excellent (for a Massachusetts restaurant), chimis are good, get em extra crispy. And they have habanero hot sauce homemade, off menu item. That sh*t hurts like covid, dawg. read more

My wife and I love this place! I was sold on the margarita pitchers first and foremost, but everything I've gotten there is absolutely delicious. Usually I get the pork and steak fajitas, but also all their burritos are incredible. My wife usually gets tacos and every one she's tried she has loved. We will continue to come to this place at least weekly. read more

They did wonderful work setting up and decorating. This was our second time here... came back, mostly because of the guacamole!!! So fresh!! A little too much Lime juice this time... still good. We ordered guacamole and queso... chicken flautas and vegetarian fajitas, food was good, lots of freshly roasted veggies for the fajitas. Service was good. The only thing that was not pleasant was the draft bud light.... flat as can be.... Will come back for a 3rd visit...and see what happens. read more

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My husband and I tried the steak fajita and rice and beans and we thought the food was delicious. We will definitely return. read more

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Delicious food great service love the guac and queso and tacos are very good. Salsa was fresh not too spicy

Good quac , great service, don julios margarita was great. The cleanliness!!! Excellent - they sprayed everything down after someone left .... like deep cleaning goodness. read more

We happened upon this spot when driving through the area. Oh my goodness, it was amazing! We had the guac app, shrimp quesadillas, and the arroz con pollo. Everything was DELICIOUS! I wish I could move Mexicali to my town so I could be a regular! read more

I think this may be my new favorite spot. The food is great. The meal portions are big. Free chips and salsa too! I got the chimichanga it was really good. I wish it was deep fried a little more though but nonetheless I have ordered it both times I have gone. My husband has order the fajitas both times as well since they were so good. read more

Mexicali Cantina Grill - Danvers - Combo meal...Chimichanga, a pork taco and a tostada I believe. Very good!!! - Mexican Near Me - Danvers, Massachusetts

Drinks are amazing, food is so yummy! And let's talk about customer service and dessert. I'm definitely coming back tomorrow, hands down to this place. read more

Mexicali Cantina Grill - Danvers - Mexican Near Me - Danvers, Massachusetts

Delicious food and great service it's a great atmosphere and the drinks and food comes quickly

I can't say enough good things about this place! Authentic mexican food, fantastic margaritas and honestly just some of the nicest employees I've ever encountered. COVID hit places hard this year and I've consistently tried to frequent local spots to give them my business. Everyone go to Mexicali, sit in the dining room or get waited on at the bar. They are doing things right here!! read more

We went to Mexacali tonight based on a recommendation from my mother. I don't want to say the service is bad; our server was bad. The two other servers seemed friendly, helpful and genuinely interested in their guests. It was obvious, to us, that our waitress hates her job. It started with her asking what we would like for drinks. We asked her about drinks for our children. She matter-of-factly rattled off a list of drinks. She came back with the drinks and put them on the table with a loud thud. We then asked her if they had a kids menu. She said yes, sighed, and brought us the menu. We then ordered our food and she brought it to us. She never asked to refill our drinks or of if we wanted water. We ate our food which wasn't awful but was a bit bland. My wife didn't like her steak and left almost the whole plate. She asked if we wanted to take it home and we told her no. She never asked us if it was okay or why it wasn't eaten. I don't write reviews to get people fired but this woman should really evaluate her career choice. We will not be returning to Mexacali. read more

Delicious food and drinks. The restaurant is big and very clean. Awesome service. Lots of good looking Mexican employees there ;) will go again soon!! read more

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The ambience is great and the staff is very friendly. As for the food, the chips and salsa were great, you can tell they use fresh ingredients to make the salsa, very good! I ordered the "Tres Amigos" entre and was very disappointed by it. The steak portion of it was outstanding! Very well cooked with a lot of flavor, the chicken was very tender and soft and the shrimp was just okay. Unfortunately, the rice had no flavor at all, definitely did not taste like Spanish rice. Overall, the meal was just okay, but just left a bland aftertaste in my mluth. The plate was decently big, but the portions of rice and refried beans was a little small. Overall, I would say 4/5. Not good enough to get my 4 stars right now but there's potential. Would I recommend to a friend? Yes. Is it better than Casa Vallarte? That's questionable. I'd have to come back again and try another entre. read more

Mexicali Cantina Grill - Danvers - Drink & Dessert menu - Mexican Near Me - Danvers, Massachusetts

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First time in here and right off the bat they started getting *it* right. We were just going to the bar for a quick drink and an app and the hostess offered us a menu to take with us. Thus saving us from having to wait for the bartender to notice us and give us one. +1 for Mexicali! As we approached our seats at the bar, we got a "hi, how are you!" from a random waiter at the service station. +2 for Mexicali! We sat down and looked at the menu and chatted for a moment when the bartender came by and said "I'll be with you two in a moment". Thus acknowledging our presence although he was a little busy. +3 for Mexicali! As we perused the menu, I noticed something a restaurant goer rarely sees at places like this: prices next to every drink on their menu! +4 for Mexicali! Our drinks were perfectly balanced and the nachos were to die for, all exactly what were looking for on our Sunday afternoon break from the world. +5 for Mexicali! Thanks for an impressive experience, we'll see you again soon! read more