The employees were very nice and the ambiance was great. The portions were nice, but the food…read morelacked a little in the seasoning of the food. A little bland, but otherwise recommended!

Phil Sandoval's Mexican Restaurante is a fun place to grab a fine Mexican meal and the service is…read morefriendly and professional and the overall ambiance is fun and lively. The street tacos were a good choice and I would recommend them. When we were here, since it was a nice night, we opted for outdoor seating. I would definitely recommend here

The chili rellano was inedible. It was horrible and cold. The service was subpar when we asked if…read morethe margaritas were sweet, she acted like we were speaking a foreign language and just kept shaking her head. We ordered french fries and they were good but everything else was below expectations.

Stopped by while coming through town, nice staff and food was great. Would eat there again. Two men…read morewith cheese dip cost about $34 dollars.

My favorite Mexican spot in Tuscaloosa. Wonderfully small, full of kind people, super fast service,…read moreI highly recommend the Pechuga à la Plancha. Unbelievable marinade, beans, rice, some fresh and hot tortillas. It's my favorite lunch. Lengua tacos are also really amazing and don't forget to end it off with some esquites, corn with cheese, lime, and chili powder. It's the most delightful dessert. Don't ever change, Antojitos.

I had two tostadas and an agua fresca that was cantaloupe-flavored. The tostadas were really good,…read morebut the agua fresca was the highlight of the meal. They have a small, comfortable seating area that doesn't offer much space. Parking is somewhat limited. This place would be perfect if they served chips and salsa.

When me and mi familia were driving through Birmingham, we stopped at El Barrio for dinner. We had…read morea great experience! The food here was great. For starters, we got chips and queso. They were really good. After enjoying the starters, I ordered some chicken tacos. They were great! The guacamole was definitely my favorite part. I really enjoyed my meal. The service here was great! Our waiter was super kind and helpful. The inside was super clean. The bathrooms were very clean too. This place had a good Ambiance to it. Overall, great Mexican restaurant and I highly recommend trying it if you are ever in Birmingham.

A chill night with friends began at El Barrio, and it did not disappoint. I ordered the Beef…read moreBarbacoa Quesadilla, and it was so good, juicy, flavorful, and generously portioned. The juices were literally dripping from the quesadilla, and it was so big that you will definitely be full by the time you finish. The space isn't huge, but it has a nice, quaint atmosphere. We did have to wait for a table, but since we were at the downtown location, we decided to get a few steps in while we waited. Overall, it was a great experience, and I would definitely go back again.

The food was very delicious, the service was quick and the restaurant was clean. I had the fajita…read morechicken and I would get it again.

Well now, when one of your boys asks you to meet for breakfast, you just go ahead and make that…read morenoble fatherly sacrifice, right? So that's exactly what I did--hauled myself over to Pastor's Kitchen to start the day off right (or at least try to). We sat down for a quick bite before heading out to conquer the world--or at least our to-do lists. I went with the ol' faithful: scrambled eggs and bacon. My son decided to get fancy with the breakfast tacos. Now, I've got to say, my bacon came out a little more crispy than Christian, bless its heart. The scrambled eggs were... well, let's just say I've had the same thing at about a dozen other spots in town. Nothing to write home about, but it filled the tank. Normally, Pastor's hits the mark--they're known for good grub and even better vibes. The place was spotless, the staff was friendly as always, and the Christian music humming in the background gave it that easy-going, Sunday-morning feel even on a weekday. So while today's breakfast wasn't exactly divine intervention, the company made up for it. After all, breakfast with your boy is always time well spent--even if the bacon's a little too close to burnt offering status.

Wow! A spot-on real deal Mexican restaurant in the outskirts of Tuscaloosa! Who would have thunk…read moreit? OK, we're big-time Tex-Mex food fans, but we find it quite difficult to find high-quality Tex-Mex or even Mexican restaurants in the US south outside of Texas. This place is a game changer. When we stopped here, we were prepared to be disappointed in issuing two or three star rating at the most. Every single item we ordered was tasty and delectable. Our entrées were Carne Asada; and, Shrimp of the Devil (Camerones el Diablo). Both were fresh, tasty, and delicious. The shrimp were prepared in a special hot sauce, which was in an of itself, delectable (but only if you have a big glass of water to drink). My wife liked it so much she just wanted to taste the sauce! We weren't going to have dessert, but after watching several dessert pass by via the waitress to other tables, we decided order Flan and a mixture of a sopsvilla with fried ice cream. Ugh! Spectacular! If you're in the Tuscaloosa area, go and enjoy. It's worth it. Prices are reasonable. There's a happy hour for drinks. We had two margaritas each: very very good. This restaurant is located directly across the street from brand new Holiday Inn in Tuscaloosa at Cottondale, AL 35453.

Perhaps my experience might've been better had I known that this was a different type Mexican…read morerestaurant than it is. I'm guessing this is more true Mexicano than what I'm used to. Attached to a gas station with a door between the two; and restrooms in the gas station side only. The food was not to my taste, service was slow (and there were only four tables with customers at the time, including ours), and the wrestling decor was just a turnoff for me. I must be more of a Tex-Mex person. But if what I'm describing is your thing, then you may enjoy it. I will say that the other couple dining with my husband and me did really enjoy their food. But hubby and I won't be returning.

This Mexican restaurant has a very different feel than most of your traditional Mexican…read morerestaurants. It didn't have all the Spanish decor and music playing. It has a very open dining room and accent lights along the walls. We had a young man named Jackson as our server. He seemed a bit timid but provided great service. He made suggestions on dishes and made sure we had what we needed as the meal progressed. My friend, who has frequented this place before stated that their menus were new. I have included photos of the food menus. For me, they weren't very user friendly or organized well. Either way, we figured it out. The dishes were generous in portions and very very delicious! I had the meal #44 which is the Naked Pablano Pepper which I got with chicken. My friend took Jackson's recommendation of the #32 which is the Plato de Carnitas. Great experience. Would definitely come back!

Came here after my bodybuilding show. Both the food and service were impeccable. We started with…read morethe table side guacamole which was everything I hoped it would be and more. Delicious! We devoured the entire thing. The combination fajitas were amazing. Highly recommend both!