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Mezcalito's Cantina

3.8 (284 reviews)
Open • 4:00 pm - 10:00 PM
Updated a few days ago

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Moderate noise
Casual
Classy
Dogs allowed

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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.

Tostadas with chicken

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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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Los Ninos Taqueria

Los Ninos Taqueria

4.3(121 reviews)
1.0 mi
•$$

Los Niños Taqueria in Decatur is the culinary equivalent of that tiny friend who somehow wins every…read morefight. The place is *small*. Not "cozy." Not "intimate." Small enough that if two people exhale at the same time, someone has to step outside. And yet -- the tacos are outrageously good. The shrimp tacos arrive like they have something to prove. The shrimp are perfectly seasoned, juicy, and packed into warm tortillas with the confidence of a restaurant charging triple the price in Midtown. Then come the fish tacos: crispy, flaky, absurdly satisfying little miracles that make you temporarily forget every bad seafood taco you've suffered through in your life. There's barely any seating inside, but there are a couple of benches out back in the open air where you can sit, contemplate your life choices, and wonder why you've spent money at chain restaurants when this place exists. Now we must discuss the horchata situation. I am convinced horchata at Los Niños is either a legend, a social experiment, or a spiritual concept. They *never* have it. Ever. At this point, I assume someone walks in every morning asking for horchata and the staff simply whispers, "Not since the incident..." Still, none of it matters because the tacos are phenomenal. You leave slightly cramped, mildly confused about the beverage program, but deeply happy.

Firstly, literally the best tasting tacos in Decatur! Secondly, the best price! The service was as…read moreaverage with only one person running the cashier who also serves the food. The space is very small, no more than 8 people can realistically eat inside but there's some outside tables by the back parking lot (with free parking). If you're looking for value and quality tacos, this is the spot! My only negative, the chips they serve are cold and kept in big plastic containers. They could do with a bit of heating but they taste amazing!

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Los Ninos Taqueria
Los Ninos Taqueria
Los Ninos Taqueria - Wine margarita made with Vera Cruz wine

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Wine margarita made with Vera Cruz wine

Casa Balam

Casa Balam

4.1(103 reviews)
1.2 mi

Came for dinner and it was not super busy. We got seated immediately…read more The service was amazing from the moment you arrive. Our server was very nice and informative about the menu and gave us great recommendations. We got the pulpo, that came with an amazing spicy sauce and also fresh beets that were so sweet. The empanadas were packed with flavor ! The fish tacos were also really good, fried perfectly and not too oily. The salsa was also the perfect spice. The Al pastor was so flavorful and perfectly grilled. We also got the chocolate cheesecake and the cherry syrup was perfectly tart and sweet, an amazing combination with the rich chocolate cake. Overall, can't wait to be back

This was my first visit to this restaurant, and unfortunately it was a very disappointing…read moreexperience. We visited after a graduation celebration and were looking forward to a memorable meal. The experience got off to a rough start with hosts who were not particularly warm or welcoming. Once seated, things only went downhill. Our waiter seemed disorganized from the beginning. We ordered appetizers first, but they arrived at different times, and to make matters worse, the graduate in our party received her main entrée at the same time the rest of us were receiving appetizers. I politely explained that it didn't make sense for one guest to be eating her entrée while everyone else was still eating appetizers and waiting for their meals. His response was confusing and didn't really address the issue, so we let it go. Unfortunately, the graduate's steak was served cold. Rather than preparing a fresh one, the restaurant simply took it back and returned it about two minutes later. It appeared to be the exact same steak based on how we had left it when it was sent back, and while I'm not sure whether restaurants typically reheat food or prepare a new dish altogether, this one was reheated. To make matters worse, the graduate ended up with a stomachache after eating it. As we continued waiting, our entrées never arrived. The waiter was polite but extremely inattentive. We repeatedly had to flag him down because he rarely checked on our table. After a VERY long wait, I asked about the rest of our meals. At that point, he admitted that he had forgotten to place our entree orders altogether. He then had to take all of our orders again and submit them to the kitchen. By the time our food finally arrived, we were no longer hungry and were extremely frustrated, despite remaining patient and courteous throughout the entire experience. The entrées were decent, but nothing exceptional, especially considering the extremely excessive wait and service issues. The waiter did bring a small dessert for the graduate, which was a nice touch, but it felt more like a complimentary gesture because he had forgotten our entrées than a genuine celebration of the occasion, especially given how disastrous the overall experience had been. What should have been a joyful graduation celebration turned into an exhausting and disappointing dining experience. While the waiter was polite, the service was slow, disorganized, and lacking attention to detail. Overall, this was a poor first experience and not one I would be eager to repeat.

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Casa Balam - Empanadas De Pato

Empanadas De Pato

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Ceviche Ahumado

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Birria De Res

Santo Cantina & Cocina

Santo Cantina & Cocina

4.1(131 reviews)
2.5 mi
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We were looking for something more than just a typical taqueria and came across Santo Cantina y…read moreCocina--and it absolutely lived up to the hype from its great Yelp reviews. There were so many tempting options on the menu, but we landed on the empanadas with mango slaw, birria tacos with a side of vegetables, and the enchiladas suizas. Every single dish was mouthwateringly delicious--nothing fell short of spectacular. Even the service stood out; our waitress was outstanding and made the whole experience even better. The portions are generous, and what really sets this place apart is the seasoning. Each dish had its own unique twist that elevated it well beyond your standard Mexican menu. The slow-cooked meat in both the empanadas and birria tacos was incredibly tender--so good it kept us going back for "just one more bite" long after we were full. And the tomatillo sauce on the enchiladas? Easily the best I've ever had--and I don't say that lightly. I'm a bit of a tomatillo sauce snob, and this one completely blew me away. We're just visiting the area, but this quaint little spot--with its charming covered patio--left a lasting impression on our trip. If you're local, this should be in your regular rotation. If you're visiting, don't miss it

Hands down the best guacamole ever!…read more I also enjoyed a very tasty Birria Quesadilla Service is wonderful!

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Santo Cantina & Cocina - Clean and decorated bathroom

Clean and decorated bathroom

Santo Cantina & Cocina - House chips and salsa

House chips and salsa

Santo Cantina & Cocina - Pomegranate skinny marg

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Pomegranate skinny marg

Coyote's Mexican Grill - Fajitas Texas, Chicken, Shrimp, and Steak

Coyote's Mexican Grill

3.5(198 reviews)
1.3 mi
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Coyotes's is Five Star. The food is delicious and plentiful. The drinks-Margaritas are strong and…read moreyou get a lot for the money! The staff are friendly and on point. The wait time for staff is nonexistent, even at lunch time.

This place absolutely exceeded expectations. I went in with pretty low hopes--Yelp reviews usually…read moresteer me right, but they definitely missed the mark here in the best way. The atmosphere outside was perfect, especially with the warm weather. Inside felt a little average, so I'd say this is definitely more of a summer/outdoor spot. We started with chips, queso, and the salsa with peppers. The chips were just right--crunchy without being overly greasy. The queso was excellent, especially with the crispy top, and the salsa had a great balance of flavor and spice. My girlfriend ordered the chimichanga, and it was spot on. The shell was perfectly crisp and the meat inside was flavorful and tender. I got the off-menu fajitas with steak and shrimp--absolutely amazing. The steak was cooked perfectly, the shrimp was flavorful, and the grilled onions tied it all together. Even the rice on the side impressed me, which doesn't usually happen. We wrapped things up with churros for dessert. They were decent--not a standout, but still a nice finish. All of that for around $50? I was seriously impressed. Great meal, great service, and definitely a spot I'll be coming back to.

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Coyote's Mexican Grill - Coyotes dining

Coyotes dining

Coyote's Mexican Grill - Churros

Churros

Coyote's Mexican Grill - Patio area very spacious with a lower and upper sitting deck

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Patio area very spacious with a lower and upper sitting deck

Raging Burrito - Bangkok burrito, delicious!

Raging Burrito

3.9(906 reviews)
1.1 mi
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A great casual Mexican Cantina that serves serious Burritos! Go in with an appetite as they are…read morehuge. The parking is a bit sketchy, and the front entrance is all but invisble. Go to the back [that is where GPS will take you anyway] and life is good. They have plenty of outdoor seating and two main dining areas indoors. The food! The Service! The location. Gets an 'A' from me.

I used to really love this place SO much! But after countless miscommunications with staff, hours…read moreon Yelp, Google, the internet, etc. they are definitely NOT opened as much as they advertise! Tell me why we went to eat in tonight at 8:30 and all of the chairs were on tables already and we stupidly thought we could sit at the bar to order and they said they are closed.... You're closed over an extra hour than what you're advertising on the internet?!? Not to mention a few months back I brought a few friends here (1 is from Mexico and they as very excited to try this place after my hype) and we walked in and the waitress was very pushy and told us we had to order absolutely everything we wanted because they would be closing in 5 minutes... it was freaking 8 o'clock!!! Not a great way to run business and ever since it's been under new ownership, I've heard several remarks that it's going down. It's such a shame because I used to love this place but don't false advertise... I'll take my friends to Twain's, Brick Store or RREAL Tacos before ever doing this again. I've learned my lesson the past few times. Really sucks. RIP old owners because this place *USED* to be the best!

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Raging Burrito - Interior view from front

Interior view from front

Raging Burrito - 2 Taco Plate

2 Taco Plate

Raging Burrito - Holiday celebration on Decatur square with a bonfire and marshmallows!

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Holiday celebration on Decatur square with a bonfire and marshmallows!

La Fonda Latina - Chips and salsa

La Fonda Latina

4.4(26 reviews)
0.7 mi•Kirkwood

I really love the idea of offering three distinct Latin menus. Cuban, Mexican, and Spanish. We…read morekicked things off with chips and salsa, and I was seriously impressed. The salsa was hands-down the best I've had, fresh, flavorful, and perfectly textured, so it stayed on the chip (you know what I mean). Service was so kind and efficient! I ordered the seafood paella and was blown away by how fresh everything tasted. Even the single portion was filling and satisfying with leftovers. The paloma was a bit heavy on the liquor but if that's your thing, it's perfect! What stood out just as much as the food was the atmosphere. Even with families and young kids around, it still felt calm and relaxed. It's clear this is a spot the local community truly loves. I just started an Atlanta food list to share with friends, and this place is definitely going right at the top.

Such a cute little place. Like a neighborhood gem. It's a local Mexican restaurant set up like a…read morepizza shop. Not really a hostess area but we walked right in for a mid week lunch. They also have outdoor seating. Jamaica drink was pretty good but went fast. I think no free refills. No pico but they have chunky, flavorful salsa and it wasn't too spicy. We were so hungry I forgot to take pics but I had the shrimp tacos and queso. We also had double rice and beans. Everything was a hit for us. My son was very happy the rice and beans weren't spicy but he didn't like the green garnish. I thought it was cute though lol Otherwise it was good. We spent less that $40 for the meal, drink, kids meal and queso. Not too bad. Quality and great tasting meal. Nice portion size. We will be back.

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La Fonda Latina - Shrimp Tacos and Chicken Sandwich with chips and salsa

Shrimp Tacos and Chicken Sandwich with chips and salsa

La Fonda Latina - Pollo a la Parilla

Pollo a la Parilla

La Fonda Latina - Chicken soup/caldo de pollo, Pina Colada, chips and salsa

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Chicken soup/caldo de pollo, Pina Colada, chips and salsa

Tortuga y Chango - Mezcal menu

Tortuga y Chango

4.3(36 reviews)
0.5 mi

Tortuga y Chango is such a gem! I've been meaning to get here for a while and finally had a chance…read moreto visit. It's located in the Oakhurst neighborhood in Decatur. They recently underwent some changes and have a new chef. It's a mezcal and tequila bar that serves great food as well. Parking is free. They're open Thursday through Sunday and serve brunch on weekends as well. Surprisingly, they were empty when I arrived and I decided to sit at the bar. I started with a house margarita. It's one of the best margaritas I've had at a restaurant in a while. It was so fresh and delicious. The bartender also let me sample some sotol which is a distilled spirit from a dasylirion plant. She described it as a mix of tequila and mezcal and the description was spot on. The menu isn't extensive and is composed of a few appetizers and tacos. I ordered the elote and carnitas, Al pastor and asada tacos. The tacos are 3 for $12 or 1 for $5. Everything was delicious and flavorful. I received great service and was quite satisfied with my selections. I cannot wait to return!

Super cozy place with a limited but well curated menu. I…read moremade a reservation prior to coming here but we were still seated at the bar by the kitchen. Table situation is very limited here and I'm not sure how one would go about actually scoring a table. The service was great. We got our drinks pretty quickly and the food followed. For drinks we tried El Paraguas and Negroni. Both delicious. Apps were Tetelas (masa cake) and Pulpo. One of the best octopus dishes I've had. We then proceeded with Carne Parrilla and Scallops. I'd absolutely order this again! Overall: great bar, street parking, good food and service. Very small space so either arrive early or make a reservation.

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Tortuga y Chango - The Chile Relleno

The Chile Relleno

Tortuga y Chango - Scallops

Scallops

Tortuga y Chango

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El Tesoro - Barbacoa Mulita Shrimp & Octopus Taco

El Tesoro

4.3(378 reviews)
2.3 mi•Edgewood
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This place is basically Millennial daycare. There are tons of kids everywhere, and it can be a…read morefrustrating experience on a hot day while waiting in line. Pro tip: if you only want drinks, queso, or guacamole, go straight to the bar to bypass the main line. On a busy day, expect to wait in line for 15 to 20 minutes, but the food comes out quickly. Okay, now that I've got that out of the way, I really do love El Tesoro. I've been here more times than I can count. It really shined during COVID, as it became our main meeting spot with friends. The fried fish tacos are great, and you definitely get your money's worth of fish. I always order the mulita with half chicken and half chorizo. It's a secret menu item, but they will make it if you ask! The margaritas are fantastic and a good value--I especially love the Texas margs. As for the ambiance, it feels like you are at a large, outdoor tropical restaurant, just without the beach. There is tons of outdoor seating, alongside plenty of kids running around everywhere. My dentist office is right around the corner from here, and I can't help myself I get a horchata latte, really solid drink.

Food is out of this world! Whenever I have a friend in town, I love to take them here. My favorite…read moreis the steak burrito. On a Tuesday they will be packed, but their tacos are the best. Have to try the seafood taco if you never been! No missed

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El Tesoro
El Tesoro - Frontera Burro

Frontera Burro

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Mezcalito's Cantina - mexican - Updated October 2026

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