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Mezcalito's Cantina

3.8 (284 reviews)
Closed • 11:00 am - 10:00 pm
Updated 1 week ago

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MEZCALITO'S CANTINA ATMOSPHERE

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Moderate noise
Casual
Classy
Good for kids

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Veggie enchiladas
Lisa P.

I was recently in the area and heard about their food by word-of-mouth. My first visit I ordered the brisket enchiladas and chips and salad. They were both very good and the price was spot on. Each time I've gone in to pick up my order, I'm always greeted promptly and made to feel welcome. There seems to be an early dinner rush.

Bar area so cute
Jessica G.

Taco Tuesday!!!!! Literally we eat here every week for years and look forward to still every week. Food is so fast and fresh and not a bad dish to name. Favorites include the diablos water margaritas {spicy tequila mix} with tahine rim. Oh yeah and food ....shrimp taco is outstanding best in area. And large. Can barely finish two. Enchiladas are great and comforting. If I'm on a kick for a lighter dish i get the tostadas and add a side of vinaigrette to toss over top -- so so good. We also love the quesadillas- can't go wrong with those for adults and kids.

Churros

The food, drinks and service are right on point. This churros are my favorite. Love this place!!

Guac!!!
Mo J.

Cool homey eatery serving uniquely styled enchiladas, chili rellenos & killer 'big' salads. Theys got a very convenient accessible locale off Eastlake and Oakview, near Oakhurst Market. Always eat outside at their happening patio, weather permitting; as this sordid Decatur, thru & thru :) Usually start with their Fresh Guac, with a couple bev's, depending on the day. Then move to their spectacular Avocado Salad; Comes with a vibrant avocado honey? sauce. Certainly add shrimp to any of their salads- Jumps it from good, to Excellente! Servers, Eliza, are very friendly & accessible. Nice happening place

Frozen Paloma!
David N.

Neighborhood favorite in Oakhurst with great food and awesome margs. Sit at the bar with long time employees (Ellie and Carolina) and definitely try one of the house infused tequilas...Devils water is a must. Vibe is always chill and super kid friendly.

Hair in the margarita!

One of my favorite Mexican spots in Decatur but tonight things were not up to par. Bar service was adequate but not exceptional, considering we were the only two at the bar. Zoom in to see the black hair that ended up in my mouth with the first sip of my marg. Food was delivered promptly and was delicious. Perhaps, an offer of a complimentary drink or something could have made this customer feel more seen and valued.

I'm here for the best salsa in town!!!
Crystal C.

I was only in town for 48 hours and this place was on my list. I discovered this place pre-pandemic when I used to nanny in the neighborhood. It was always the green salsa for me! I call it the hidden gem of Decatur. If you're looking for the best salsa in town, give Mezcalito's Cantina a try. You won't be disappointed!

Beef Enchilada
Renee P.

Stopped in for a quick bite and this was on my route The service was great the wait staff was attentive and very nice. I ordered the chicken quesadillas and my friend ordered a steak enchilada and the cheesecake flan. The food dead as expected. The items came out fresh and were pretty good

Margarita time!
Micaela R.

I came here last Friday and this place is a gem and super cute! My taco was delicious and so were the chips. The real star of the show is the Margarita! It was delicious and filled with great tequila!

Fish, tofu, chicken tacos
Nicola L.

The Decatur spot is one of their two locations with this name. I hear the other location is larger and has a larger menu. This location does not carry the street corn or churros that are all the rage. Location is a little tricky to follow to find with the gps. We parked on the side of the road and walked it. Yes, I looked dazed and confused. Cute, quaint and heavily decorated. You can tell they get a good flow of regulars to. Our server Eric, was awesome. He helped us with some great suggestions. So, about the food, it's sooo good. My tacos had so much flavor and they were not skimpy. Suggestion if you order fish, they change the type of fish daily so ask which fish it is. They will normally write it on a board near the bar. Good times, great food, another spectacular night out.

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Reviews are mixed. Many highlight the friendly service, unique cocktails, and a lively atmosphere. Most find the food fresh and flavorful, though some mention inconsistency.

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Food not good, service not good, small Resturant, crowded seating and limited parking

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Love this place! Patricia recommended the brisket enchiladas and they did not disappoint! Guac was as good as ever.

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Their chip helpings are plentiful; first time I've never had to have a basket refilled. Great patio and our server Gael was top-notch.

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Great experience all around. Food. Service drinks. All excellent. Great neighborhood spot. We will be back!

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Isabel was a great server she was super sweet and very attentive ! Food was overall great and the Frozen Paloma was amazing !!

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Nice little place in oakhurst. Food is okay, a little pricey. We ate at the bar, the service was very good.

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Everything is always great!!! Yummy food, great ambience and Elizabeth took great care of us per usual.

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Leon's Full Service - Bacon in a glass w/ peanut butter sauce

Leon's Full Service

4.1(1.2k reviews)
1.2 mi
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Leon's is a new fav in Decatur! We came for a friends birthday and the food was phenomenal!…read more Like every other spot in downtown Decatur, you just have to know your preferred lots/streets for parking in (not sharing my secrets for best parking lol) so definitely give yourself time to park and walk over. Their reservation system was down when we went so we ended up waiting about 20-30 min for a table. I shared their fries bucket for the app and I had the crispy confit chicken for dinner. We ended up paying extra for more sauces and some were a hit like the aoli and the sesame soy, but the hot sauce was just a normal Tabasco like sauce so I didn't think it was worth paying for. I had the crispy chicken confit for my dinner and it was amazing!! No notes!! The pork belly that my fiance got was also super tender and flavorful. Overall it's a nicer restaurant but I'd definitely be back!

This place is located just off of the square in Decatur in a converted automotive shop (I think…read morethey repaired upholstery back in the day) . The renovation created a cozy spot that compliments the Decatur dining scene. The have a two great outdoor spaces that daylight on both Ponce De Leon Avenue and Church Street. The food is solid! We like cheese stuffed pepadew peppers with basil and balsamic and their terrific fries with multiple dipping sauces for appetizers. The menu changes often in a good way. We have enjoyed beef and lamb burgers, short ribs, shrimp & Grits, trout, etc not to mention their great desserts. Service must be good as this is one of our goto places to take friends visiting from out of town.

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Roaring Social - Tables and stage

Roaring Social

4.8(29 reviews)
1.2 mi

This speakeasy nails the experience from the jump. A friendly, funny doorman walks you through the…read morepassword and safety deposit box entry -- that 1920s bank vault vibe sets the tone before you even get inside. Step through and the whole place delivers: live band, era-perfect ambience, the works. Food was great across the board -- only miss was the lemon pepper wings, light on both pepper and lemon. Drinks were spot on. If you're in Atlanta and want an authentic speakeasy experience, this is the spot.

So was out this way and stopped in because it always been on my list of things to do. I thoroughly…read moreenjoyed it. Stopped in for a drink or two, but stayed a little bit longer for the music and The vibes. I was there on a weekend night, and it was super chill and had a really good performance situation happening on stage. This one is a little bit weird because you have to do certain things to be able to get in. It's not like it's an escape room situation, but at the same time, it's a little active. Not overly active to where you would be taxed when you get there. But you have to go follow some instructions and once you get in it's all gravy! There's a lot of space for table so you can sit in front of the stage or you can sit in the back or the bar is which is also very pristinely kept. Or their ceas behind that. And there's even a bowl of alley somewhere in the cut. It is a really really good spot. The entertainment was on point. They were playing a lot of hits, lot of old school which I appreciate it. Loved it. The drinks were fired. The bartender had a lot of personality and it was super engaging. Just what you want from Superior customer service. I would 101% go back. It was a lot of fun and a really good vibe. We just happened to walk in off of humbug, but I actually might remember reservations next time. Actually sit in the crowd to enjoy the music. Loved it.

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The SOS Tiki Bar - Funk in the trunk

The SOS Tiki Bar

4.0(264 reviews)
1.1 mi
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This was my first time at SOS in a looooong time. Me and my wife came after dinner, as this wasn't…read moretoo far of a walk from dinner. It was a Friday night, so it was pretty packed when we first got there. We put our names down, and then grabbed a drink at the bar. There was outdoor seating that was available, so we grabbed a seat. We were then notified that our table was ready. It wasn't even 20 minutes, so this was great. The host took us to two seats at the bar. SOS is such a cool island type of vibe. They have so many different tiki cocktails that you can choose from. They are mostly made of rum, but they have a few other ones that are made with different alcohols. Me and my wife both got our own drinks. Hers was a special Valentine's Day themed drink that was on the menu, and mine was one of the tequila/mezcal tiki drinks. Both tasted really good! The presentation was just as good too! You aren't limited to these though, it's a full bar, so you can get whatever you want. They also have a few food options, but very limited. Our bartender, Heather, was super nice as well. My wife had asked (when I went to the restroom) if they did anything for birthdays, since my birthday was a few days prior. She did this cool fire presentation and gave us two little slushie shots. Awesome bartender for sure! SOS is a great place to go for some really fun drinks. It's good for groups, but keep in mind that they do get quite busy on the weekends! I'll definitely be back.

Slow service, dripping roof water, very limited selection of non rum drinks (only 1 beer) and…read moreagain, the water / cups tastes and smells like cleaner and....just the slowest service.

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My Parents' Basement - Pinball

My Parents' Basement

4.2(266 reviews)
2.1 mi
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Update: Big shoutout to My Parents' Basement for truly…read morelistening and taking swift action. They've committed to removing the Harry Potter pinball machine and showed that they're willing to listen, grow, and stand by their community. It means so much to see a space not just say they're inclusive, but actually live it. I seriously appreciate it and can't wait to be back. Original: I've been a huge fan of My Parents' Basement for a long time. The food is incredible, the beer list is excellent, the pinball lineup is (usually) fantastic, and the whole vibe is such a great haven for nerdy folks like me. It's one of the few places where I've genuinely felt at home -- where I believed I could show up fully as myself. That's why this hurts so much to write. MPB proudly positions itself as an inclusive, safe space -- "All Are Welcome" is literally part of the mural on the wall. But recently, they installed a Harry Potter pinball machine, and as a trans person, this felt like a deep betrayal. The creator of that franchise continues to use the wealth and platform built by those products to actively harm trans people. Every sale, every license, every new machine feeds into that system. This isn't a theoretical harm -- this is material. It funds the people working to take away our rights and our safety. It's hard to describe the heartbreak of walking into what's supposed to be a safe space and seeing that machine. It sends a message, whether intentionally or not, that some of us don't matter as much when profit or popularity are on the line. I'm sharing this not to tear MPB down -- I love this place, and I want to believe in it. I want to believe that they care about the safety and dignity of all their patrons, not just in words but in action. I hope they'll reconsider this decision. I genuinely hope they'll listen. Until then, I can't keep coming back. And that breaks my heart.

Came here for brunch on a Sunday. A few friendly dogs in the dining room. I love that they allow…read moredogs. This is a walk-up to order type of place. Help yourself with water & flatware, napkins, condiments etc. Very casual. We ordered the shrimp & grits for me, and a burger for the hubby. He loved his burger, very good portions, his side salad was fresh and also good sized. His burger tall, generous ingredients inside - tomato, onions, 2 slices of pickles on top. What's most important was that this burger did not fall apart when biting into it. Especially so difficult to achieve for a tall burger. My grits were good texture, I didn't like that the grits were very salty, something must have gone wrong in the kitchen. The shrimp were also salty on top of that, there were cheese. My entire dish was so salty, I drank 3 tall cups of water and was full halfway through my grits but I didn't want to take it home cos I know I wouldn't finish it when brought home. I hope they fix the level of salt otherwise, I love the consistency and texture - has some bite to the grits.

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Trackside Tavern

Trackside Tavern

3.6(118 reviews)
1.1 mi
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Stumbled across Trackside Tavern after being recommended to come here on a Sunday (when bars were…read moreclosing before or by midnight across ATL) by a local bartender. I was happy we came here as there was 1) delicious and a variety of food, 2) plenty of space to hang, play pool, watch tv, and drink, and 3) a huge selection of draft beers and craft cocktails to have while you hang out. Outside area, in the back, was a chill spot too and a great way to meet locals and people who are hanging out. I ordered wings after midnight and they were delicious! My friends had a burger and fries and that slammed too. Definitely look at the board at the entrance for any specials on food and/or drinks. There are 2 sides of the bar so don't be shy and feel free to order your drinks or food on the other side if it is too crowded for you near the front. There is plenty of seating (booths) on the other side as well and is spacious. Loved that even though there were plenty of people hanging out and drinking that it never felt crowded. Definitely a spot to go to even if all other places are open and bumping. This is a cool dive!

I really like the spot, but there is a bald tall bartender with a long beard there he lied and said…read morethat I tried to run him over all because I told him he makes Black people uncomfortable. I have a Hispanic friend who also says he makes him feel uncomfortable when he comes to so the fact that I called him out, he banned me from the establishment. Not to mention when I first was just trying to let him know that he was making people feel uncomfortable. He tried to take pictures of me in the parking lot. He chased me around cars. She tried to get my picture.

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