Been going here since they opened. Love the food and love the service. As they've become more well…read moreknow it's gotten busier. Which makes me happy for them.

My husband and I tried El Molcajete for lunch and we enjoyed it! The place is super clean and I…read moreloved the decorations - so colorful and inviting! Our server was super kind and helpful as well and the menu has a lot of options! Now, the food! The chips and salsa are spot on (warm chips, yum), and we ordered the cheese enchiladas and the birria tacos! Both were good, and don't just pass on the beans and rice on the side - delicious as well!

This was the finest hole in the wall taco joint we've ever been to! Good was awesome!read more

We loved our tacos Would go back. Yummy We were impressed with the fresh ingredients and fabulous…read moretaste.

Maria Bonita offers a genuinely authentic Mexican dining experience that clearly reflects…read moretraditional flavors and cooking styles. The atmosphere and menu feel true to the culture, and it's refreshing to find a place that doesn't overly Americanize the cuisine. Many of the dishes capture that homemade, authentic quality that fans of traditional Mexican food will appreciate. That said, the experience wasn't perfect. The wait time was quite long, even when the restaurant didn't appear extremely busy, which made the visit feel a bit drawn out. Additionally, while the food was flavorful and authentic, some of the dishes came out a bit on the dry side. Another consideration is the price. While the quality and authenticity are good, the prices are noticeably high compared to other Mexican restaurants offering similar dishes. Overall, Maria Bonita is a solid choice if you're looking for authentic Mexican cuisine and don't mind paying a premium. With a few improvements to service speed and food moisture/texture, it could easily be a five-star experience.

We came for a late dinner on a Friday night so it was busy. We did have to wait a bit but that's on…read moreus for not making a reservation. The food was worth the wait though. The service was fast and attentive, the food came out quick, and then portions were large. I typically get combination plates when I go to Mexican food places so I can try a couple different things and I LOVED the beef tamale that was in my combination. The restaurant is smaller so it did get quite loud, but that's to be expected. The chips and salsa were yummy and we left with quite a bit of leftovers. I would go again and make sure to reserve ahead a time or do take out :)

I've driven past this place hundreds and hundreds of times and have never eaten there. Today my…read morehusband and I decided to give it a try since our usual mexican restaurant had an hour wait. The food was absolutely delicious. I ordered the baby back enchiladas and he got the chimichanga. The green salsa is unlike any other salsa I've had. It has a sweet smoky taste to it. I just wanted to drink the whole cup of it. This place could easily become our "normal" Mexican restaurant.

Actual authentic Mexican food. Incredible. The vibe. The music. The service. 10/10. Genuinely had…read morethe best Mexican food I've had in Utah. Prices are great too. Loved the sweet pork and fresh flour tortillas. Will be going again!

Went inside with my family while I was here for a soccer tournament…read more I'm from cali and Chicano... so I wanted to authenticate Mexican food And this place didn't disappoint From the señora who greets you to how they serve you... so friendly like you went to visit grandma's house Not very big... they can only fit 15 people inside.. so take out could work for a lot of people too. But definitely get some tamales They are so good the next day!

A It is rated five…read morestar, but I would write it one star. The chairs are hard that atmosphere is awful and the food was really bad news. How the heck did it ever get any five stars?

I have been taking my girl here every Sunday! We are obsessed! the food immersive authentic Mexican…read moreeven the bowls match the ambiance. the staff is super friendly and it's the best kept secret. La comida es tan rica y Los presios so rasonables por la canto dad de comida Que te dan. Super rica

Came here for dinner. You order and pay at the counter then seat yourself at a table. I got three…read morequesabirria tacos with consommé and a bottled sangria. Hubby got a carne asada platter with thin skirt steak, fresh tortillas, lettuce, tomatoes, peppers, refried beans and rice. They have a great assortment of condiments including hot sauces, radishes, pico, etc. They also have canned, bottled, and fountain drinks. They brought us soup with noodles because it took awhile to make our meal. They showed a nice bakery case and have milkshakes for dessert, but we were too full. Maybe next time!!

Shaley was awesome! Took care of our large group and the food was great! Ambience was good, just a…read morelittle cold!

We love Sol Agave! Especially the butter cake. Ken was a great server. Had a great evening out.read more

Great find in the heart of Orem. Very authentic Mexican food, great service & cute little…read morerestaurant. We're from California and have great Mexican all the time, this compares very well!

Not only was our server kind and serviceable, the food was out of the ballpark! The 1/2 chicken and…read moresalsa bar were delicious as we're the beans and rice and homemade corn tortillas. Thanks a million! ​

Really good burrito. Fantastic service Fernando was really friendly and apologetic about the wait…read moreeven though I didn't wait long at all. He was really sincere and nice to talk to. I really liked their green sauce. I will definitely be back and I would definitely recommend.

Just tried this place for the first time tonight, and I will be back! Food was amazing (green sauce…read moreenchiladas and al pastor tacos), the green sauce they put on the enchiladas is a little spicy but SO GOOD. Great service, the workers are very nice and attentive. Casual but cute ambiance.

RUN here. From the…read moresecond we walked in everything was on point. Greeted immediately, taken care of the entire time, water never empty. Service like this just makes the whole experience. The space is so cute. Clean, simple, pretty, and there is an upstairs private area that is such a vibe. Now the food. Wow. Queso fundido was insane. The jalapeños had the perfect kick and the homemade tortillas are hands down the best tortillas. I would go back just for those. Empanadas and tinga tostados were packed with flavor but listen to me... GET THE LAMB. It was unreal. And then dessert. The hibiscus poached pear with whipped cream. Light, unique, not too sweet, just perfect. Everything was beautifully plated. Every single thing felt intentional. 10 out of 10. Cannot wait to go back next time I am in Utah.

The service was really good. In comparison the food was bland and greasy. Our eating buddies were…read moreso excited to try here and were equally disappointed in their meal. This is not an inexpensive restaurant. My favourite go to meal is anything Mexican. The chicken taco had no flavour at all. No spices nothing. One taco was dripping grease the other had no grease. The pork taco had a flavor. Good combination of ingredients that made it interesting The beef taco was gamey and tough. We kept chewing the beef, but the toughness won and we gave up. Pretty disappointed in the meal especially in relation to the price point of the meal.