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    Nico's Tex Mex

    3.2 (140 reviews)
    ModerateTex-Mex
    Closed 11:00 am - 10:00 pm
    Updated 2 months ago

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    Moderate noise
    Casual
    Good for kids
    Happy hour specials

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    I honestly don't know where to start. When I got to the bar I asked for a green tea shot, to which the waiter replied " we don't have that in stock". I was completely dumbfounded simply because I'm looking behind him and I see everything he needs to make it. I decided to just get a Jameson shot instead. I eventually ordered the enchiladas ( 1 chicken and 1 beef). I can't tell if it was the tortillas or the actual meat but it was absolutely nasty. The rice and beans were not much better. I now understand why I walked into a completely empty restaurant at 4:00 on a Sunday. Will never be back. I normally don't write reviews but I had to this time to prevent anyone else from wasting their money or time.

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    Tenaya J.

    Others have written about the service here. They are not exaggerating. I've also read the drinks are nice and strong. They are. Chips and salsa were also enjoyable. Service: if it weren't for Jack & Janet, I would have given them 1 star all together. The first two waiters walked right past me. I flagged them for help. They never showed up again. Janet and Jack both recognized me and assisted at their earliest. They were swamped with no busboys. After these two got me seated, one of the first two waiters that had initially walked by me came to the table repeatedly asking me about my service dog. (Spanish guy, and only one wearing a mask.) And if I understood him, he asked if I had a card for him. Someone should let him know that ADA discrimination is a federal offense and a lawsuit. I saw Janet hustling all night for other tables. Being so gracious and kind. Jack, I cannot say enough about his level of service. I wish I could take Jack with me everywhere. Maybe he could train others on how to make guests dining experience an awesome one -- even when the food is not hitting the mark. That kind of service is a dying breed. YHANK YOU JACK My tacos were ok. (I had the chicken which I will not recommend.) Mango margarita did its job without even finishing the glass. Prices are reasonable but based on my experience and others seen here, service is a crap shoot.

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    Robyn B.

    I went here last weekend with my family and the bartender cursed like a sailor and the servers argued like school children. Not a family environment. Food was so/so. Never go there again.

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    Food and service are great! I enjoy meeting our family members there! Always an enjoyable experience!

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    9 months ago

    Came in early to pick up my order. Cadence was very friendly and helpful while I waited. Will come back!

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    Good food and service. It wasn't very busy for a Friday night. The margaritas were good. We had the cucumber and Nico's.

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    Zucchini stuffed with chicken was wonderful! Service was vert good. Parking. Can be challenging at peak dining times.

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    4 years ago

    Great spot! They have daily specials and a great Sunday brunch. Very friendly staff too.

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    3 years ago

    Had the taco salad it is wonderful I highly recommend this establishment staff was friendly and the food was perfect

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