Went here with a group of ladies and was surprised at how good it was! Typical Mexican restaurant…read moreatmosphere. Service was good. One of the ladies told them she had an allergy and asked for accommodation, another person came out to confirm the allergy and make sure it was well understood. This was impressive. Our server kept checking on us and was prompt when we asked for our checks. Chips were not bad and cheese dip was good. I enjoyed the salsa that comes with the chips. My friend ordered a drink which was very pretty. We also saw a HUGE drink served at another table that came in a glass that looked like a purse!?!? All the food was good. It was presented well, showing pride and care. I really enjoyed the ACP (arroz con pollo)! I wish there had been a bit more guacamole served with it though. The serving size was actually great, not huge and more than I could eat, but enough that I was full (not too full) when I was done. Everyone enjoyed their food. How could they get a 5 star review? They didn't have ginger ale, lol. If you have a large bar you typically have ginger ale. Also, there just wasn't anything that blew me away. Will I go back? Absolutely.

This place was really nice and food was very delish!! Service was fast and friendly. We will def be…read moreback!!

Granted I'm a Mexican Food aficionado, so I am probably not an impartial reviewer. Being from…read moreTexas (Tex-Mex country), living in California and traveling to Mexico often, I am definitely picky about my Mexican food. El Jinete is a side of the highway joint in Cumberland, Virginia...and being that it is not bad. Good chips, yes. Good salsa, ok but cold. They would do better to warm it a bit. Good refried beans and Spanish rice, yes. Good beef fajita meat, big NO. Over cooked and dry. Chicken quesadilla, ok, but not outstanding. Service was great and prices were low. Place was clean and not crowded. Since there are not a lot of options in the area it was good enough to get us by. In the future, we will drive a bit further for a better meal. Take away...go vegetarian and have bean and rice tacos!!

My Bride and I stopped in for lunch on the way home from deer camp. We each got a lunch special…read more Both were delicious! For a cup of coffee, a House Special, and a Combo #1, our total was $23.17 after tax but before tip. Now that I know about this place, I definitely plan to return.

Although the food was average ,we were charge $5.00 extra for sour cream and 50 cents per cup for…read moreour drinks we wanted to rake with us ,$ 60.00 for 3 people eat lunch, and our selection was from lunch Menu , not eating there again ,waiter was poor

I went to El Jinete for lunch with two friends. The server was unfriendly and didn't understand a…read morelick of English. He didn't bring plates for the chips and dip, and the chips were overcooked, not salty, and didn't taste good. As for my chimichanga, the chicken was chewy and not tender at all, and the chimichanga was small. The server never checked to see if we needed our drinks topped off. To make matters worse, out booth was very uncomfortable. El Cerro Azul is an excellent alternative right down the road. They have great service, delicious food and comfortable seating. Anyone wanting tasty Mexican food in Powhatan should go to El Cerro Azul!

Because it was the best part of the experience, I'll start with the service. This place is…read morewell-staffed (arguably overstaffed) and so service was quick and attentive. The entire staff was friendly, professional, and customer forward. The ambiance was great - lighthearted but professional. The dining area was very clean and the room was warm and well lit with natural light which made the space feel even cleaner and more inviting. The staff all had matching shirts (it was cinco de mayo so it's possible it was celebratory rather than the norm but it carried well either way) Now to the food. The food was enjoyable. It didn't wow me, but I definitely enjoyed my meal. The chips and salsa were on point. The flavor of the rice and beans were better than many others. The beef taco and enchilada were flavorful enough but had it not been for the salsa from the chips that I ended up adding, it would have been mediocre at best. But here's the thing... the value was not there. The food is overpriced. What you see in the photo was a $20 meal before tip - and his was the cheapest offering on their lunch menu. (The plate was $13 and the side of beans, $5) I had a water otherwise, I would've been closer to $25 for sure. So overall, a good experience. Good food, very good service, very clean and welcoming but the value was the biggest dent in the experience. I'm willing to go back and try other items onto the menu but I'm prepared now. Bring a little extra dinero.

First time dining in at Casa Tezcal, and it did not disappoint! Went during happy hour and tried…read morethe carnitas empanadas and birria fries, and the flavors were on point, and the portions were generous. You truly get more than what you pay for, which is hard to find these days. When I first came around 5 pm, there wasn't anyone there, but be warned: as it gets later, it gets busier! I think the time I went was the sweet spot; the turnaround from when I ordered my food to when it arrived at my table was about 20 minutes. My server, Josue, was personable, attentive, and kind; he definitely added to the overall experience! He mentioned that he is also the bartender and would be taking on the role as server as well and to bear with him, but he did not miss a beat. Overall, worth the visit for the food, value, and atmosphere!

The most authentic tacos in Charlottesville. Coming from one who lived for 20 years in Southern…read moreCalifornia, I know tacos! Everything here is delicious and the people are very friendly.

This place has been a favorite of mine. Until they moved. The other place was cramped. I worried…read moreif there was going to be a place to park or even sit. Once they moved, it seems as if some of the charm had left---along with the guarantee that the food would be perfect. I have had some absolutely amazing food here. But, lately, it's been passable. I tried the burrito today. Not a burrito guy but wanted something different. It was standard burrito fair. Some beans. Some rice. Some meat. Some sauce. It was good. But it was a burrito. Not hard to do an okay burrito. The tostada is where I was hoping for the usual greatness of this restaurant. I took a bite. The tostada seemed slightly overcooked. That's okay. I can deal with it. It slightly altered the taste, but okay. The rest of it was pretty tasty. Until....bad carnitas. I mean...bad carnitas. One bite was 100% fat. I know they saw it when they put it on. Some like that, I don't. And then...some bites that were not chewable - or digestible. Then another bad bite. Tostados are not too big. So there are only so many bites. This one made me never want to try carnitas there again. It's too bad. The people there are always nice. The food used to be great. Now. Not so much.

My first time eating at this establishment, and I must say that I was pleased with the food. I had…read morethe birria taco, rice, and refried beans. The food was great, portions were nice, and the flavor was on point. The ambiance was inviting, and the service was friendly and hospitable. If you are looking for genuine Mexican food, this is the place to go!

I read so much about this reputable establishment, finally went during Father's Day weekend, much…read moreto my disappointment, the food had basic Mexican flavors but did not blow my socks off. Beans and stewed chicken were watery. The food temperature was warm, should have sent it back but didn't because I didn't believe it would have mattered. Perhaps another time, for a comparison Chicken Fiesta and Chicken Canastas are superior both in flavor, ambience and food quality. In case you have been to these two, then Abuelita's does not come close.

Huge Quantities, delicious food. Cute hidden gem near the courthouse and on the corner of 301 and…read more54. Service was fantastic.

Stopped in here over the weekend after jumping off 95 over to 301 to avoid traffic & based on good…read moreYelp reviews. Cool kinda out of the way location - believe this might qualify as a 'hidden gem' ;) Not a fancy place, but had some great Mexican food! It's was about 2:30 but I was still able to order from the lunch menu, so I sampled the Taco/Burrito/Rice special - not bad at all! Everything tasted fresh & they also had great chips/salsa. Service was great as well. I believe this was a spot-on choice based on the experiences of previous Yelp trailblazers - I'd definitely return if I find myself driving down Hanover Courthouse Rd...heck I'd even jump off 95 at Exit 92 & drive the 5 miles over to to get there! Recommended!