Had a reservation for a group of 5 on a Tuesday around 6:30pm and they weren't busy at all. Got sat right away and the dining area was pretty empty however the bar was packed! Not sure if they have any specials at the bar, but will need to check that out. The table ordered several items including the guacamole, ceviche, I didn't try either of those. I ordered Porcelet with "Encacahuatado" which was great, just a lot of pork. Also tried the Mexta Esquites and it was delicious. Service was friendly and attentive. The restrooms are on the 2nd floor, and one of the doors didn't lock. Uni-sex stalls, with the communal sinks outside the stalls. I do like that they were fully individual stalls. I'd go back to try other things on the menu and to see the vibe in the bar. read more

See all

Loved the vibe inside Mexta. Ambience was really nice, lighting was done well, and the bar was solid! Food was delicious, really enjoyed everything we had. read more

See all

High ceilings give an airy feel but the interior is wrapped in stone and motifs that give you a sense that you are dining in Mexico. The service is very friendly and hospitable - they say they want to treat you as family. They do have a second floor dining area that can accommodate a large group (we saw a bachelorette party stumble down). The menu is full of dishes that I wanted to try but we were limited in stomach capacity. Note they they do have a daily special menu as well. For us we tried: Molotes - Off the special menu and you get a trio (chicken, pork and beef). These are two bites each and you can share (or might not want to). To me these resembled mini fried empanadas and were delicious. Came with pickled onions and a couple of sauces. Baja style shrimp tacos - this is a two taco dish which you could get it grilled vs fried. Chili oil gives a great little kick as a contrast to the fresh veggies. Pacific Red Snapper Ceviche - serranos give a punch and this dish has heavy acidity. Crisp corn tostadas for dipping. This bowl is sizeable and I would recommend sharing with a few other people so you don't get full. Wish they could do a half order for two people. Lobster Tortilla Bisque - this one is not a light dish. A nest of thin tortilla strips serves as a base with chunks of lobster adorning it. The flavor is lovely but the strips are quite filling. Smoked Filet Mignon with Black Mole - this plate comes out and the lid lifts to waft a smokey scent to you. Mole is then poured over perfectly grilled steak resting on a celery root purée and a tent of veggies. The smoke imparts a subtle flavor that is a nice accompaniment to the boldness of the mole. Zarandeado Style Catch of the Day - for us this was red snapper. Either a half or a whole fish. A half is still a significant portion (be wary of some bones though). Grilled nicely and accompanied with a black bean puree, roasted plantain puree (slices of plaintains and a semisweet puree), green salad (with pickled veggies) sliced avocado and a macha sauce. I kept the chili oil from the tacos which was really nice Flan - for dessert it was a fairly large portion of flan with a cinnamon crisp and quenelle of ice cream and some b read more

See all

Ambiance was like Mexico City vibes. Service was pretty good. Drinks were our fave, you could have any picture you tell em to make on your drink and it's done! Super cute! read more

Mexta - Mexican Near Me - Austin, Texas

See all

Fancy downtown restaurant that prioritizes presentation on their food and interior. But very expensive for just average mexican food. The cocktails were well made. But no cocktail on this earth should be over $20 unless I'm getting a barrel of it. We came here for a friends birthday. And no we did not stay in the fancy birthday room with the balcony where you can look at the people beneath you dine like normal humans. But instead we had a nice square table for a smaller party. Our table kept getting random food that we didn't order. The staff were fast and on top of everything despite that. The food had a lot of fission aspects to it like mole and steak. Some of the mains came out over salted. Flan dessert was pretty good. Other than that, nothing else in the menu stuck out. So i will likely not be back to try something else in combination with the price. read more

See all

Parking - parked at 508 Brazos garage which may be the closest Service - friendly and attentive; we also we're celebrating a bday and they did a fantastic job at making it special (including a bday drink with a lasers on picture of the bday boy- wow!) Food - fresh, creative, delicious. Also there are vegetarian options. The cheesy cauliflower was fun. Price point - it's on the higher scale but I heard they have happy hour and the food is flavorful and fun read more

See all

We went here against our will (it was somebody's birthday). The place was very slow on Saturday night and only picked up a little closer to 8 pm. The interiors and atmosphere I would describe as a beige mom who discovered Mexican culture but she still wants to keep it sterile and neutral for her Instagram. The cocktails were good and presented nicely, but very much overpriced based on the listed ingredients. Although the presentation of dishes was pretty to look at, you still end up overpaying for otherwise a basic, in Austin standards, upper mid-tier dining experience based on menu selection. There is plenty of high end Mexican places with more interesting menu options. The service was okay: it was fast and cordial, however there was quite a bit of a mix up with plates that no one ordered being brought to the table, and we didn't get any "menu tour" or spiel or suggestions. Maybe people who arrived early did, but not us two who joined just a few minutes later. The flan and chocolate dessert were pretty good though. Overall, I'm unlikely to return on my own accord. read more

See all

Great spot downtown for a celebration dinner. Came with a group for a birthday celebration on a Friday evening. Resys were easy to make. No valet so find street or the ramp across. They have a beautiful bar in the middle. Ordered 2 cocktails with ginger beer and whatever they have is not a great ginger beer. Came out super flat. Our server was wonderful to take them back no questions but did see the bartender throwing a fit that we asked if their ginger beer was stale. Bone marrow served langoustine style was the star of the show. Flavorful! Chicken was also good. Definitely try the Chocomaiz for dessert. Beautifully plated. read more

See all

The sauces are where the kitchen truly shines -- the mole manchamanteles, layered with plantain and pineapple, is complex and deeply satisfying . The tetela is a masterclass in masa -- humble in form, extraordinary in flavor. The guacamole, made with Michoacán Hass avocados, onion ash, and fresh cilantro , is the kind of thing that makes you question every guacamole you've had before it. The cocktails are well crafted, highly recommend trying this place when in Austin read more

Pro-tip: Happy Hour every day 5-7 PM. Wow! The amount of times I walked by Mexta and didn't even realize it was there? Too many times. Happy I finally had an opportunity to give it a try. You know how you go somewhere in Austin and a basic drink is $20? Ridiculous, right? The cocktails at Mexta are just wow. Specifically the Chica de Humo. A unique and well balanced smoky flavour coming from the bacon fat infused tequila and chile morita. So. Good. Our server was ON IT. In fact, our group of six went with EVERY recommendation she made and we enjoyed every bit of every dish. Every dish, you can tell, carefully curated to marry different types of ingredients, textures, and colors. I swear every dish has its own sauce, and every sauce was just delectable. The Real Guacamole (you can also add chicharrónes or chapulines, but we went with the basic which CAME with tostadas) Hamachi Tiradito Filet con Mole Porcelet with "Encacahuatado" Macha Cauliflower Our only mistake? We didn't stay for dessert. We will be back!! read more

See all

I came in a little skeptical since high-end Mexican food can often feel overpriced for what you get, but my perspective quickly changed after the first bite. First off, the restaurant is stunning from a design perspective as it was warm, modern & inviting. But let's talk about the food. I visited during happy hour, which was a great value and I ordered the French fries and shrimp tacos. The fries were crispy and topped with a flavorful aioli while the tacos were fresh, filling and paired perfectly with my margarita. For my entrée I chose the bone marrow, which came with mini tortillas to balance the richness of the dish. It set the stage for my favorite part of the meal which was the Chocomaiz dessert. The brownie, paired with toffee and popcorn had amazing texture and flavor that really stood out. Service however was a little spotty not terrible, but not quite at the level I'd expect for the price point and parking is a bit of a challenge since it's downtown. Overall, I'd consider returning for a special occasion but for the cost there are other Mexican restaurants in town I'd likely choose over Mexta. read more

See all

Wow, what a stunning restaurant! I stopped by for happy hour and loved the tasty food and drinks at great prices. The service was fantastic, and I'll definitely be back to try their dinner menu! read more

See all

Crudo is fishy. The mole steak is the best. Very tender. New Mexican restaurant in downtown. But not many people went to this restaurant. read more

See all

Met up with few friends at MEXTA for brunch. I wouldn't say they are the IT place for brunch. The food was alright, service was okay. I won't say they Re not good because i would want to try them for dinner and then. The chilaquiles were okay but on saltier side. The Huevos von was too watery and made the tortilla in the bottom too soggy. The tres leche fresh toast was good in flavor but they had for sure burned the bottom of it while trying to caramelize the sugar. We ordered two and both were like that. Overall the ambiance is cute and not but wouldn't go back for brunch maybe to try dinner menu items. There are some cool element like the complimentary bread basket with variety of items, the shrimp juice shot, the daily flavor Mimosa. Will have to go back to see how dinner menu is but brunch wasn't all that. read more

See all

Heard good things about Mexta so I came in with a large group. We made a reservation in advance and the service was excellent. The restaurant is very nice with a casual/contemporary vibe. Our waiter explained the menu as it's not your typical Mexican food. I enjoyed every bite, here's what I tasted: Red Snapper Ceviche- This was Amazing! Every bite was flavorful and delicious. I ate it with the tostada chips. 5 stars! Black Mole steak- Very good! I'm not a big fan of mole but this may have changed my mind. The presentation is also instagram worthy, try it! Tikin Xin Salmon- Wow, I loved this dish. Very unique in presentation as well. Overall they get 5 stars and I'll be back. read more

Mexta - It's easy to miss, here's the outside sign. - Mexican Near Me - Austin, Texas

See all

Place is beautiful, low lit, but food was very average. Service was good, we got to the restaurant and immediately knew who we were based on our reservation. We were celebrating our wedding anniversary and they provided complementary champagne glasses. read more

See all

I was immediately impressed by the space: the space is beautiful, with a very modern design and rich textures throughout like the wood elements to the sand features. The interior is truly stunning. Our service was excellent. Eric, our server, was incredibly friendly and gave thoughtful recommendations. He had a great personality that added to our experience. We came with a group of six and came to try most of the menu and split everything: For appetizers, the hamachi tiradito was outstanding: fresh, vibrant, and the sauce was so good I could drink it. The stuffed pepper had a wonderfully cheesy, savory sauce and bright peppers, but at $18, it felt slightly underwhelming. The roasted cabbage with green pipian was a cozy, elevated dish that I really liked. The heirloom tomato burrata salad was solid but I would say nothing new, and the macha cauliflower was rich and buttery. For entrees, the clear standout was the filet mignon with black mole. It was perfectly cooked, with a delicate, smoky mole that was unforgettable. In comparison, the lobster roll, braised porcelet, salmon, and chicken were good but less memorable. They didn't stand out to me as much as the filet mignon. Overall, while I was hoping for more pronounced Mexican influences, the menu leaned heavily toward New American, especially all the entrees like the lobster roll. When the flavors embraced Mexican roots, the dishes truly shined. I'd love to see the kitchen lean into that even more. I probably wouldn't come back just because it was pretty expensive and there are better New American and better upscaled Mexican places, Mexta tried to be both to cater to a wider audience. read more

See all

Shrimp tacos and the guacamole are a must. They were just the right amount of food. Happy hour menu available at the bar as well. Bartenders were friendly and attentive. read more

See all

What a beautifully decorated space, light and airy, making you forget you just strolled off downtown's 6th street. The hospitality was second to none, the owner even providing personal recommendations for a friend's upcoming trip to Oaxaca. It seems the restaurant really cares about their staff which is a wonderful feeling. The food was elevated Mexican food. The meal started with an array of delicious salsas and ended with a flan with popcorn added, what a fun flair. Parking is limited since this is downtown. Great little bike ride if you're not too far. Will be back! read more

See all

The Good: The shrimp ceviche, guacamole and salsa selections were tasty. I also enjoyed my twist on the traditional Paloma and the nice decor and our waiter was attentive. The Not So Good: My porcelet. I was excited to try some new flavors when I ordered this dish but was sad at its lack luster flavor. Adding some salsa helped but if we hasn't ordered the salsas with our appetizer, I would have been completely disappointed. Also, they came around to collect out menus before we ordered our main course because they had ran out. The Bad: The prices. I never mind shelling out for a meal that wow's me but the food left me wanting. read more

See all

The environment of this restaurant was nice. I will give them that in how well everything is set up. But I would never go again PERSONALLY! This wasn't my style and the fact that service was so slow. Everyone at the table could agree and we were constantly saying "where's our waiter?" He would disappear for 25 mins at a time probably more.. we spent over 3 hours and mainly because we had no idea where our waiter was at! Portions were extremely small and I feel like I've had better. Again this is my personal opinion. I did eat everything because I was starving and it was barely any food at all. If I'm paying that price and I'm hungry I'm going to make sure it's all gone! Presentation was beautiful but still... not the greatest. Not something I would want to ever go back to. read more

See all

Mexta is in the heart of downtown with a great central location. Parking is validated (although we didn't know that) the pluses: the vibes are immaculate. It's giving tulum in the heart of Austin downtown. The location feels so open and airy because of the high ceilings and everything from the cups and plates and silverware is giving extravagant. The servers are nice and decently knowledgeable. The desserts are very different and I hadn't tried anything like the cheesecake before. The minuses: the food is decent but very expensive. We split a couple apps that were small that were good but not mindblowingly good. As a vegetarian there were some options and while I did really like my cauliflower dish,it was a lot to pay for cauliflower. Overall for two people who got a drink app entree and dessert it was around 250 with tip (125 pp) and the meal was relatively forgettable. read more

See all

Cocktails were great, though. You are going to pay expensive downtown prices. Food was interesting, but if I had to choose a reason to go back it would definitely be for the cocktails and the knowledgeable and nice bartenders. Although the food wasn't bad, I would have given it four or even five stars if it was taken up a notch or two. Again, it's pricey so expectations are very high. The hostess was chill and accommodating. It's a newer spot, so new/clean and the wraparound stone bar has decent ambiance with lots of spots for interesting characters to pull up. read more

This took over the same space as the Mediterranean restaurant Simi that closed. The team here did a lot of cool upgrades to the space! They do have valet which is nice for this part of 6th, definitely recommend getting dropped off further down 6th if you're coming on a weekend night. This is another upscale type Mexican restaurant, which there are a lot of now in Austin. Food for me was pretty average and not too unique - drinks were delicious and would come again for those. - brussel sprouts - interesting aioli on top - cauliflower- interesting flavors - ceviche - interesting flavors - guacamole- loved this guac read more

See all

Came in for their unadvertised happy hour and thought it was just OK. The drinks were good but the food was tiny and way overpriced for a HH. Nothing stood out as being that good, so I don't think I'll go back for a full meal. I will say the bartender was super nice and the bar setup was nice, so I might go back for another drink during HH. read more

See all

Met some friends for a holiday dinner here last week. We shared some apps and I had the tortilla lobster bisque which was yummy. They were able to seat us at our table for 6 (high top) quickly and they were attentive, but we did have to ask the server for water refills a few times. The bartender on duty that night was very nice and took multiple photos of us gals. I was lucky enough to get street parking not too far and found out later they validate in the Littlefield garage which none of us knew about before. They were also able to split shared dishes amongst us making bill paying easy, which is always a plus. read more

See all

A place where the true enchantment of Mexican gastronomy unfolds. From their Ambiance to their service and food, everything here is absolutely exquisite. Their happy hour is an upscale food lover's dream. Their white fish ceviche, guacamole, pork belly taco and qusedilla were all incredible, all of whixh were on Happy hour read more

This was such a gem to try. Everything was surprisingly delicious. The decoration was very Tulum jungle chic. The service was excellent. Food: Guacamole with Chapulines and sauces - delicious with a nice crunchy texture from the grasshoppers Rib eye steak - delicious and perfectly cooked Bone marrow with langoustines - very good Red snapper - delicious but the fish was a little overcooked Strawberries with cream - good Cheese tart - delicious and a must try; tasted like a mix between French toast and a flan read more

Went to Mexta for Valentines this year and came in at 5pm to get a walk in spot. They sat us at the corner of the bar which was great. All the staff were very kind and attentive. When asked "still" water or sparkling we said still and received a carbonated water which was not our favorite, not a huge deal though. For appetizers we ordered Guacamole with the pork belly in it and the Cauliflower entree as a suggestion from our server. These were both very delicious with the Guacamole tasted extremely fresh and the pork belly added a nice savory and texture bonus. The cauliflower had a creamy, light sauce that was so good and filled us up a good amount. My catch of the day entree was good but a bit odd. Kind of interesting tasting refried black bean side, optional oily sauce, plantain purée (really good) and fish with head and skin. Making tacos out of it was yummy but would have preferred more options / different options to accompany. Additionally for 55 bucks I felt the fish should have tasted a bit better. Overall, prices were expensive and while presentation and quality were great I did not think price was fully aligned. 20 dollars for Guacamole and then $5 for tortilla chips and $8 for pork belly. I truly felt my $200 dollars would have gone much further at an Uchi or Uchiko for a nice dinner. Atmosphere inside is great, ambient and reminds me of Mexico. For me, Mexta would be an awesome place to grab drinks and apps but dinner I am not sure I will craving anytime soon. (Nor will my wallet) read more

See all

We were in town for F1 and had the best time here. They were incredible. The hospitality deserves more than 5 stars. The food was amazing. Our waiters were so sweet. The manager gained a friend for life!!! Love that place! Highly recommend! All food they recommended was so so good. read more

Mexta - Mexican Near Me - Austin, Texas

We had one of the best dinners that our supper club, Tasting Collective, had at Mexta last night. As soon as we walked in, we were entranced by the lush, exotic interiors imported from Mexico. This downtown location used to be Louie's 106 (if you are an old Austinite), conveniently close to the Driskill. From the inventive cocktails (I had the Chica De Humo and Patrona), to the food : Mexta guacamole with 4 salsas ranging in heat, Pork belly taco, Pacific Red Snapper Ceviche, Smoked Filet Mignon, and the decadent Flan de Abuela, we raved at the execution, the flavors and the freshness of each dish. The members in my group all agreed that this was the best dinner/experience we've had all year. The chefs are exceptionally gracious and passionate about their creations and it showed. We'll definitely return for more. read more

See all

Amazing experience from start to finish! The food was absolutely delicious, beautifully presented, and full of flavor. The service was friendly, attentive, and made us feel very welcome without being overwhelming. The atmosphere was great -- perfect for both a relaxed dinner and a special occasion. Everything came out on time, and you can really tell they care about quality and consistency. Highly recommend this place, and we'll definitely be coming back! read more

New place right in the heart of downtown and they have valet parking too. Modern decor in the restaurant as it looks like Tulum with brick and wood trees all over with nice low lighting. Service was perfect, not too quick or slow and got drinks with us not being rush to flip the table. Shrimp tacos were delicious if you want as an appetizer, sauce was the best part. Stuffed pepper had a nice taste as it was soaked in their green sauce. We ordered steak which was cooked all the way and steamed to unveil, salmon was so tender with plenty of toppings and sauce. Cauliflower was my favorite, so simple but the aioli sauce hit the spot. We weren't thinking cheesecake but had to try and it was more of a flan and as you get inside with the melted cheese it was even better. Fine high end dining, not casual but worth it. read more

Mexta - Dining - Mexican Near Me - Austin, Texas

See all

We had an amazing Anniversary dinner at Mexta. The overall ambiance was fantastic. The decor really transported us to Mexico. From the moment we walked in the service was impeccable. Our waitress (I forgot her name, lovely young girl with a full arm sleeve tattoo) was polite and helpful. She had great recommendations. When we got to our table they had a cute sign to say "Happy Anniversary". The drinks we well made and unique. We ordered Guacamole (with chicharrones), Hamachi ceviche, bone marrow (with onions), smoke filet, and Baja tacos, chocmaiz dessert. Everything was great! Well seasoned and classic Mexican flavors. They really went above with complimentary lemon spritz for our anniversary as well. No other restaurant has ever done that. I highly recommend dining at Mexta, we will be back! read more

See all

Vibe - "wood" finishes, Tulum kinda music, they did a good job changing the ambiance from the previous place (Greek, Simi) Bar - I would prefer being seated here at date night, vs table top, great people watching too. Cocktails - 10/10, love it!!! Food - we did not sample enough to make a judgement but everything we tried was good! Service - pleasant, kind and welcoming!! For a place that's new, I would give them 5 stars! Would definitely come back with a bigger group too. read more

See all

Read good things and had high expectations but Mexta has a lot of work to do to be in the Fonda San Miguel, Piscina and even Sazon conversations. The ambiance was fun but leaned more chaos than refined. The service was average with needed reminders about drink orders, a mix up on a dish and botched timing of what came out and when. But most importantly, the food was average. The queso fundido was the star and even it failed to come close to Fonda's options. For the prices, Mexta is especially below average. read more

Overall Mexta was a good experience. The vibes were great. Very lively. Awesome date night spot or place to hang with friends. The staff is super friendly. The drinks were solid. I got a classic Margarita and it hit the spot. Parking is street parking, but I would go ahead and do valet. To the food. My review would have been 4 stars but 2 dishes I ordered made me drop a star. The good stuff I would highly recommend getting the guac with tostadas + salsas. Guac was strong with flavor and the salsa each had their own profiles from mild to spicy. The ceviche was excellent. Bright, acidic and lots of flavor. The tostadas they served it with were delicious. Imagine a corn chip but 10x times flavor. Perfectly seasoned. The oaxcan tetela was excellent. Packed with flavor the beans and cheese. The mole sauce was excellent. The dish that I don't recommend is the burrata, tomato with Hamachi salad. I think it's ballsy for a restaurant to put a dish with fish and cheese. This was really bland the cheese and hamachi did not work. There was a lack of seasoning. I also got the Mexta Lobster roll as my main. The Alton flavors sounded interesting which enticed me.The lobster roll was so over dressed in mayo sauces. I didn't get a lot of the Latin flavors mentioned. The tobiko on random did not really work. Just made the lobster roll more fishy. Overall had a good experience. read more

See all

As we enter the restaurant we were greeted with a lovely smile and a warm welcome The gorgeous surroundings will take your breath away I don't know who the designer was but they should be commended The wait staff was quick to acknowledge and share a bit about the restaurant They asked about allergies before we ordered and explained what we could eat When the meal was brought to the table the presentation was beautiful and food delicious This is a restaurant worth coming back to read more

See all

We were unfortunately not overly impressed with our visit to Mexta. I came specifically for the Eat for Impact menu this month, since there aren't many (if any) vegan options typically. They didn't give us the menu for Eat for Impact until we asked, which I felt was unfortunate, since many may have been interested but didn't know about it. The ambience is very upscale and nice and service was wonderful. However, the prices seemed inflated by at least 50% and the food just doesn't compete with places like ATX Cocina, Suerte, and Comedor. $20 for guacamole is just kind of crazy - it was delicious, but at the end of the day, it was guacamole. I enjoyed the vegan mole piquillos and would love to see them on the regular menu - they were a rather small portion and maybe not the quality I expect from the other restaurants I've been to. Their cocktails were good, but again not exceptional. I wouldn't be back due to the high prices and lower quality of food than you can find elsewhere in Austin. read more

See all

I really wanted to like this place. The ambiance was great, stylish but with an air of pretension that felt out of place for Austin. This is a laid-back city, and the vibe here felt unnecessarily stiff. The cocktails were fine, but for $16 a drink, I expected more care. Mine wasn't even chilled, it was served at room temperature. At the very least, shake it over ice so it's cold and refreshing. Details matter, especially at that price point. Now, onto the food. The lobster roll was a disappointment, completely smothered in mayo and oddly topped with salmon roe. It felt like they were trying too hard to be inventive rather than focusing on flavor and balance. The only redeeming item were the fries, but even those were clearly pre-frozen. That alone says a lot. We also ordered the Caesar salad, which was another miss. The lettuce had a slimy texture, and we couldn't quite figure out what went wrong. Overall, it just felt like the kitchen was trying to be overly fancy instead of executing solid, well-crafted staples. If you're craving a great lobster roll in Austin, go to Clark's--you won't regret it. Service was good, but not attentive. Wait staff know their craft and how to read a table and provide great care. I didn't get that vibe. Sorry, Mexta, just not it. read more