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    Milpa Kitchen Restaurant

    3.5 (324 reviews)
    Open 11:00 am - 10:00 pm
    Updated 3 weeks ago

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    What's the vibe?
    Moderate noise
    Casual
    Good for kids
    Good for groups

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    Adam N.

    Love this place. The appeal and service has really been stellar recently, especially all the cool stuff going on with marketing. Makes the place feel more lively and eventful. It almost feels more than a restaurant, more like a celebratory gathering with friends and a beautiful spot. You can tell there is a lot of organizing being done behind the scenes to give the customers a wonderful experience and I know I personally really appreciate that, it stands out to me. Lol!

    Carne asada, enchiladas, and bacon wrapped shrimp.
    Wendy C.

    First timers and we will definitely be back. Restaurant was clean, service was awesome and we were sat immediately. The selection was great and we love the taste of the fresh salsa. I had the tortilla soup which was huge and the best I've ever had since it didn't have a bunch of corn, squash etc. The other dish being the carne asada and enchiladas, was insane and fresh. The prices, including my swirl price, seemed on par with any other place I've been too except for chain places. I would rather have some place with flavor like this any ways. We also received a free queso for being first timers. Will come back to try out the brunch menu. Thanks for the attentive service!

    Quesadillas and margaritas

    Service was great. Food and margaritas were delicious. Very cute, quaint little spot. Will definitely return and will recommend!

    Margarita
    Taneesha H.

    I am mad that I am just finding out how good this restaurant is. I never knew we had this amazing gem in Denton but I am glad I know now. The margaritas were so good and the food was even better.

    Birria Tacos
    Courtney D.

    The food at Milpa Kitchen Restaurant is a little expensive and menu missing a few classics, but this spot is worth it due to the vegan options, fresh food, and drive thru ordering. I did not eat here regularly before the pandemic, but we go almost every other month now. The birria is tender and delicious and the Tacos Al Pastor Vegano are spot on. I like the pineapple agua fresca as it is super refreshing and not a powder mix.

    Shiplap walls with plates and a vase
    Stephen A.

    Something about this place seemed kind of off when eating here but I can't quite put my finger on it. The food is really quite expensive compared to some of the other locations in town and it seemed like the mixed drinks could possibly be OP. The service is alright they are pretty prompt even with the place being huge. But the thing that gets me is the holes in the wall and the general ambiance of the place it's like it is trying to be something but it hasn't quite figured out exactly what that is. Two big areas combined together with a huge bar. Have been twice with my parents because they love the place apparently. Have sat on both sides. I much preferred broken plate side to the non broken plate side. Good time with the family terrible gas afterwards. Hard to sit in the movie theater after that one. Luckily the movie we wanted to watch was also on Amazon Prime.

    Mega burrito

    Milpa has very yummy food, quick service, a cute interior, and it was not too pricey!

    Birria taco plate

    I ordered this from Uber eats and and requested to lock it up. First thing first I get there and was told my whole order was canceled because they didn't have horchata. (Ok so why cancel the meal) Secondly, I get home to finally enjoy the food I waited an extra 30min for just to see this.... Let's be honest this is not a birria taco. Not at all. Doesn't even taste like it. It's very hard and has not cheese pull. I'm so disappointed that my meal turned out terrible. I should have taken it as a sign when it got canceled.

    Super cool concrete bar, massive drink selection!
    Sarena M.

    I'm so excited! And I just can't hide it! Sis and I were at Golden Triangle and both became famished at once! Yelp to the rescue, this place was a mile away. Chips and salsa, here we come. Oh wow, we drive up to the seediest looking place next to an old motel. We're going in anyway because we need foods and drinks ASAP. The parking lot looked empty (3:30) but when we entered, the place was full of life! Super cool concrete bar! Exceptional waiter! Vegan options!! First things first: drinks. What an extensive cocktail menu! Sis got a Mojito (something crafty) and me a Margarita, plain and simple with a jalapeño. Uh, yummie! And got a nice buzz right away. We got the chips and vegan queso made of carrots, which did taste carroty and looked pretty orange. I snacked on just that but sis ordered a chicken burrito thingie. She devoured. We left extremely happy and I'll take hubby for date night soon.

    Vegan Fajitas, rice, beans, vegan sour cream

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    Came for taco Tuesday. Food was delicious. Drinks were strong and tasty. Waitstaff super friendly. Will be back!

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    Is this place open or not? I believe the hours need to be updated. They weren't open last week when I called. I tried calling again today and there was no answer.

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    The Kava Bar

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    1.6 mi

    What can I say. This place feeds my soul when needed. The drinks are amazing and the staff as well…read more You will find a wide range of age groups because the ambiance caters to all.

    I've come to The Kava Bar in Denton several times and have usually enjoyed the atmosphere, which is…read morewhy this is disappointing to write. Lately, though, something feels very off. The overall vibe has changed, and not in a good way. There seems to be a clear tension in the space that makes it uncomfortable to be there as a customer. From what I've observed, the current manager creates a very unpleasant environment. She consistently appears angry, tense, and overly controlling, and it visibly affects the staff. The employees often look uncomfortable, uneasy, and as though they are being constantly micromanaged. It's hard not to notice, and it completely changes the energy of the place. As someone who has spent money here and genuinely liked coming in before, it's frustrating to see management have such a negative impact on what used to be a welcoming environment. A business like this depends heavily on atmosphere, and when management makes both employees and customers feel uncomfortable, it reflects directly on the entire experience. I'm honestly surprised this hasn't already driven more employees away, because it is definitely pushing customers away. I hope ownership seriously reevaluates the current management situation before it causes even more damage to the business.

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    I ended up liking this a lot better

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    We had a great time walking around downtown denton and decided to try out Graffiti Pasta. This…read moreplace is small and we beat the lunch rush hour to be able to grab a seat at the bar. It's has a great look and they played 90s alternative music videos which added to this review. I ordered their red wine and stuffed mushrooms $11. It was baked crimini mushrooms stuffed with house made whipped ricotta and italian bread crumbs with creamy pesto. I'll just say this was the perfect app/meal for one. It paired so well with my red wine. Fo For our main we ordered chicken spaghetti bake $17.50. It consisted of fresh house-made spaghetti baked with house roasted chicken, white cheddar cream sauce, calabrese chili peppers, italian pico, five cheese blend. Wish we had looked a litte harder on this selection. We thought it was a chicken Alfredo. So this is defintley packed with cheese, more of a Mac and cheese bake. Everything was good! The john McClain was a bit too much for me with the egg but happy was able to try it! I would love to come back and try more off the menu!

    This place is awesome! Very casual vibe, great food and lots of gluten free choices, reasonable…read moreprices, and our server Emily was absolutely fantastic! Will be back!

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    Graffiti Pasta - Build a own pasta: spaghetti, creamy pesto, roasted corn, heirloom tomatoes, arugula, chopped broccolini, chicken, prosciutto

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    Mexican Oak

    Mexican Oak

    3.8(75 reviews)
    1.7 mi

    Full disclosure: We are Mexican food snobs. Highly critical of everything from the chips and…read moresalsa to the tortillas and the red and green chiles used (if it's spelled with an "i" on the menu...chili...huge red flag!). First, the atmosphere is very inviting for both a gathering of friends, but also a family could have a great meal there without feeling like you have to yell or compete with a happy hour crowd. The decor is chic and the mural in the rear part of the restaurant is amazing. We generally do not get cocktails often, but with a 1/2 off happy hour, we tried two different ones and both were amazing. One had a chamoy straw and I wish I could tell you what they were called, but I can't remember - just go with what looks like the most complex flavors and you won't be disappointed. We had the empanadas as an appetizer...excellent flaky crust, great filling; the fajitas, another great pick; and the short rib enchiladas with a pipían sauce...think spicier mole and not as chocolate-ly. I used to have pipían as a kid and this is a pretty good representation. If you like spicy, ask for the spicier salsa which is still not killer spicy (I could have used more heat) but the morita chiles speaks to the kitchen's knowledge of Mexican chiles and how to use them. Well done.

    Let's start with the positives- It is BEAUTIFUL inside…read more Like GORGEOUS. The vibes are amazing. The music is awesome. They got the nuances down for Mexican culture in this way. The drinks were also good! Now- the food. I hate to say this but it was very white washed mediocre Mexican food. And I had such high hopes because of how beautiful the inside was. The queso fundido was the best thing we got. But everything else was just "meh". Then we got the tres leches for dessert and it wasn't even wet which sealed the deal for me. It's acceptable, but you can go two blocks around the corner and get GOOD Mexican food.

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    Mexican Oak
    Mexican Oak

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    4.1(1.4k reviews)
    1.7 mi
    $$
    Locally owned & operated
    Walk-ins welcome

    Denton square has some unique and good eating, and one of those places is LSA Burger. The…read moreatmosphere is casual and well - cool! There's a mural on the wall (it's really large) of Texas music icons, and it's a sight to see. And then above the bar is the shape of Texas with musical instruments in it. It's another great piece of art to behold while you eat your lunch. I had the mushroom burger and I really enjoyed it. It was cooked perfectly and their house made mayo really sets the stage for the taste! I also got their garlic and parmesan fries are the star of the show. Soooooo good! And the house made dipping sauce - mmmmm good! Our waiter was great! I met a friend and we were catching up on time instead of looking at the menu, and he was very patient with us. He checked on us several times to make sure we had what we needed. Just a really good experience!

    A college burger joint for sure. Rooftop seating only. Pretty busy, but staff was friendly and very…read moreresponsive. Our server was phenomenal! I loved her service. This is why my rating is only based on the food quality. Brisket and Queso $10 Smoked brisket, Dr. Pepper BBQ sauce, cilantro. A little too high for an appetizer, but the queso and brisket were good. I wasn't a fan of the sauce, the sweetness was a clash for me. The chips were also way too salty. The house salad $14 was an XL salad for sure! Everything was so good and fresh. They kindly brought me extra cheese and grilled jalapeños. The ranch was just right too! Downside: my patty was over-seasoned and overcooked. My partner purchased their most basic burger, the Waylon $12, the fries are sold separately. This burger was small, and once again, the patty itself was a disappointment. Texas sun cocktail was refreshing but just a simple pineapple and vodka mix.

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    LSA Burger - My wife described her veggie burger as cravable - high praise!

    My wife described her veggie burger as cravable - high praise!

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