Really great (and pretty much only) Mexican joint in the area. Great customer service with…read moreauthentic Mexican layout and cuisine. The burritos and churros were great as well as most of their drinks. Very hip layout, great variety of choices and offers much more cuisine than just burritos!

It's clean was my first impression. Now let me say I have given up in finding true Mexican food in…read morethe UK, so I was skeptical. And it's not true Mexican that I am use to back in the states and that is not a bad thing. The food is what I would call Mexican inspired food and done really well. The lamb taco was more like a small burrito. The enchiladas was also more like a burrito. Now both were done real well I thought the lamb tasted better. The bar area was nice and trendy. Overall a very good experience. Oh the "hot wing" the non fired ones was really really good.

Bedford has always been missing something when it comes to restaurant choice. Foregoing the obvious…read moreomissions of chains such as Ask or Cafe Rouge, there has been one giant missing piece which my taste buds have not thanks me for since moving to the town; the lack of a Mexican restaurant. Whilst many may not agree with me that Mexican food is some of the tastiest, loveliest, most homely cuisine you can honour your tongue with, I happen to absolutely love it. So as soon as I saw the sign, I was in like a shot to make a reservation (definitely something to consider if you want to go at peak times). Let's be honest with ourselves for a moment though. When you've been waiting for and wanting something for a long time, in the end it's more than likely to disappoint. So it was with a certain amount of trepidation that I entered Baja yesterday evening ready, as ever an Englishman tends to be, for disappointment. What I got was an explosion of spice, flavour and a sense that I'd been returning to this place again and again. I'd just found the best food in Bedford by quite some way. The restaurant itself is clean and modern, with just the right amount of colour to set the scene. A combination of tables and booths overlook, well not too much to be honest. The view outside wasn't spectacular (just some empty shops), but the view on my table turned out to be more than adequate. (As an aside, the bar at the back of the restaurant does have a better outlook, with the Castle Mound and river just in sight). I started with a bowl of Breaded Calamari and Tentacles, which was not only delicious, but also came in a portion that could feed a family of four. I'm definitely not complaining though; the squid was a perfect texture and the breadcrumbs gave a satisfying crunch. Spot on. There was the risk that after such a humongous starter, there wouldn't be any room left for the main course. That was until it made its heavenly appearance on the table in front of me. My Enchilada was stuffed with chicken, Mexican rice and beans, and sat on a bed of passata. Topped off with melted Monterey Jack cheese, salsa and crema, it practically melted in the mouth. There was a hint of coriander running through the dish, which set the whole thing off for me. As my Mexican-loving eyes are probably too big for my belly, I also chose Frijoles as a side. Black, pinto and kidney beans, refried and topped with crema and melted cheese. They were truly stunning. I could have happily sat and had a couple of those as a meal on their own. My dining companions' food was also very well received. In particular, the Big Baja Salad was a definite hit, coming in its own huge edible tortilla bowl and with more lamb than any one person would dare to eat in one sitting (again, not a complaint). Desert was a big no as we were all completely stuffed from the wonderful food, though next time I'll try and save enough room to sample a Sweet Chimichanga. The only real disappointment was with our cocktail. Our mojitos tasted of not much other than rum and definitely needed more than the single leaf of mint that had been put in the glass. But that's not really much of a complaint, when the meal itself was so well prepared. I made a point of saying before the meal arrived that I hoped I would finally find a restaurant in Bedford that I would want to return to frequently. I found it.

Definitely the best Mexican restaurant in the UK. Iv tried near enough everything off the menu and…read moreit's all delicious. The cocktails here are also amazing, definitely try a Coronarita! All the Jarrito flavours are nice but the Mexican Cola is definitely my favourite. The servers are all lovely and very friendly. The restaurant is very clean and themed really well. Love this place and try to come as often as we can.

Best Mexican food I've had in England! Good job! We had the chili nachos and the pork verde…read moreenchiladas . Plus buy 1 get 1 margarita pitchers *one note from a friend though, the red sauce on the burrito was too sweet.

We love Chimi for its friendliness, good food and great service. Plenty of space between the tables…read moreso you don't have to listen to other peoples conversations, especially on their mobiles (something I HATE). Can get busy at weekends so a booking is advised. ENJOY

Excellent burritos! We stopped here to get out of the rain,…read moreit was very quiet, even for a weekday. We both ordered a burrito which were very fresh and tasty. Definitely recommend them. Service was pleasant and quick. We will definitely be going back in the future.

Great food and drinks and really nicely decorated. Spice warnings work a little differently than in…read moreother places - there's no 1, 2 or 3 chilis icon, just chili/no chili and if you're a wuss like me - trust me, it's too spicy! I had to ask for a lemonade which couldn't arrive quickly enough, luckily the second waitress I asked noticed my desperation and brought it over immediately. There's plenty of veggie options, too. An extra one or two dessert choices would have been nice but the churros on offer were delicious.

So far this is the best Mexian restaurant I have found in London. But, like one of the previous…read morereviews said, this is more tex-mex than authentic Mexican food. However don't let that stop you from going here. The food is still very good, the restaurant has a fun Mexican feel to it, and they make a decent Margarita.

As we are visiting from outside the area we arrived at 6pm on Friday evening and hadn't booked…read more Received a luke warm welcome from the foh manager and showed to a table by the front door. It seemed we were really a nuisance to them! Drinks were sent back as at £8.95 for a cocktail i expected something very much better, no ice, luke warm and little flavour despite pre- ordering spicy! Replacement brought with a huff! Plates for starters were dirty, olives fermenting and wings just ok. Mains were better but lettuce, cheese and add ons for fajitas arrived well before the food and got warm and were small and uninteresting. Mains were ok but the bill was extortionate for the quality. Wouldn't go back far better restaurants in town with much better front of house service.

In a town that has a dearth of good dining options I am so glad this Mexican restaurant is now on…read morethe scene. Pachangas offers truly authentic Mexican cuisine with imaginative recipes and great ingredients. A long fully loaded cocktail bar offers a large range of large and strong cocktails all made by hand to order. Kali the barman was great and clearly had a passion for what he was doing. Carlos the owner has been in the trade for several decades and his latest offering is a must try. If you like real Mexican food you will love this. I have lived and travelled extensively in Central America and this is as good as you will find in the UK. The restaurant although rather dull from the outside is wonderfully bright using some vibrant Mexican colours for the decor. Great up tempo music and clever lighting make a great ambience. Ely from South America served us and she was very smiley efficient and helpful. We ordered the Calamari to start which was tender and superbly presented. The pulled pork main was a highlight. A table next to us order the ribs and a huge rib-steak so there are a few dishes for those who don't want to do the full Mexican thing. A must is the fried planton as a side. If you want even hotter spicy food + ask Carlos he can really ramp it up or alternatively tone it down if you are the boiled cabbage variety. A nice touch they use corn flour rather than wheat flour so much of the menu is GF. For smokers there is an outside dining area. There is also ample public parking right behind the restaurant. Book at weekends as it is usually full! In summary vibrant, authentic, owner driven with a South American chef team, prices reflect quality of produce and authenticity of recipes.

I first tasted Mexican food on holiday in the Caribbean and loved it. I normally stick to what i…read moreknow in regard to restaurants but I thought I would try chiquitos and see what they offered. I really recommend their fajitas - the presentation is really good. They come steaming hot with smoke everywhere and they are so filling! If you sign up to their mailing list they often send vouchers and discounts such as 2 for 1 fajitas.

90% ice in a £5 drink! I took literally two sips and the drink was gone! When I complained they…read moresaid that this was the way they were done. I then asked, if I'd ordered it without ice, would I have gotten 5 times the amount if drink? They said no, that the drink would only fill a fraction of the glass! I can't believe it! Good food, but robbed on the drinks, will not be coming back Had to wait 45 minutes for what should have been a basic meal to cook, and the place wasn't even that busy. Poor service

This has to be one of my favourite restaurants and a must for anyone who likes Mexican food. It is…read moreupstairs, in a really old historic building. The beams inside are genuine, and it has a really cosy atmosphere. I have eaten here on numerous occasions, the food is consistently good, and the staff very friendly. Prices are good too. I really liked their stuffed chilli peppers, which is a starter. They are stuffed with cream cheese, and served with a spicy jam. They are yummy, my mouth is watering just thinking about them. Hmm, think I will have to book a table!!!!

This place is great for Mexican food.There is also a cocktail bar on the upper level great before…read moreyou have your meal. The fahijtas are too die for along with great friendly customer service. Just dont wear heels as the stairs are very steep!