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Friends invited us to Ojeda's for lunch, and we're glad they did. The restaurant is spacious, and we were seated in a booth by a window. One section has no windows, so we appreciated that. The menu is extensive, so there should be something for everyone. Chips, salsa, and water arrived promptly, followed soon after by the margaritas we ordered. We had enough time to chat without waiting too long for our food. I ordered the huevos divorciados with eggs over easy. The rojo sauce had a nice touch of spice, and both the rojo and verde sauces were delicious. We'd definitely come back to Ojeda's to meet our friends again.
It doesn't matter if it's been weeks, months or even years between visits, I always know what's in store when I come to Ojeda's. There's no such thing as an "off day" here because this place is as consistent as it gets. One of the things that I look forward to the most is their award winning salsa. Even if someone else hadn't given it a blue ribbon, it would still be number 1 to me. Considering the amount of Tex Mex restaurants we have around here, that's a big deal! I also love the fact that they sell jars of it at the front counter to take home. The enchilada dinner I got this time was excellent as well, and that even includes the refried beans. They are my least favorite part of the meal everywhere else and I rarely finish them, but they do something different here that makes them so tasty. Of course a good Tex Mex meal isn't complete without a margarita (or 2)! Watch out though, because the bartenders don't skimp on the alcohol and the tequila has a way of sneaking up on you, especially when the mix is really sweet. The more time that goes by the greater my appreciation grows for this place. After so many positive experiences in the past I know I can rely on more of the same in the future.
Cute inside - love the lights in the bar! My friend and I both had the Monday $9.50 daily special that came with a puff beef taco, a cheese enchilada, beans and rice. Yum! Loved the cheese enchilada the most. One star off for the beans - really stiff! They make their own chips and salsa in-house and you can tell - delish! Excellent service - definitely a family affair...you can tell how much everyone who works here truly cares.
This place has plenty of reviews, and after visiting, I can see why. Ojeda's is a spacious Tex-Mex spot with fun decor. From the moment you walk in, you're greeted with genuinely friendly service. Heads up: there are two entrances. I accidentally walked into the takeout/to-go counter at first instead of the sit-down entrance, but staff were quick to point me in the right direction. I read beforehand that the margaritas can be strong, and that definitely checked out. The large (16 oz) house margarita packed a punch, so keep that in mind if you're driving or ordering more than one. Chips and salsa came out quickly, and the salsa leans on the hotter side, but it's still very manageable, even for someone like me, as long as you pace yourself before the food arrives. I ordered the brisket tacos, which were excellent and came with rice, beans, and fresh slices of tomato and avocado. Portions were generous, and I definitely left full and happy. Overall, this is a solid Tex-Mex option I'd absolutely return to and keep in my regular rotation when I'm nearby.
This place is a standard Tex-Mex restaurant that has a ton of different margarita flavors and options and a ton of different food options. It's family, friendly and more than likely. There's something on the menu for everyone, but remember it's Tex mix. I really like all the different varieties of drinks & food to choose. Good vibe & pretty loud but casual atmosphere.
Great place for some Tex mex. I've never been disappointed with anything I've had from here. Normally don't get fajitas but was craving them this time. They were really good and cooked well. Had a few there and then some leftovers that I made a quesadilla with for lunch another day.
I came here for dinner last night with my dad. He's been coming here for 20 years and our server recognized him and was very sweet. I wasnt a big fan of the chips and salsa- the chips didn't seem fresh and the salsa was too spicy and just not great. Our margaritas were great subs we shared some steak fajitas. The fajita stuff was cooked really well and was super tasty. If you want Tex Mex, definitely recommend this gem.
We eat out a lot and are always trying new places but Ojeda's has been serving great flavorful food for years /although I love the beef enchiladas w queso and the charro beans in a bowl ( let the church say Amen!I remembered that they served a massive grilled Tilapia with vegetables and awesome sauce for my fish ! Oh it is so delicious and seasoned and cooked to perfection. Of course we started with a cup of queso and warm chips and salsa always tide me over until my entree arrived ! It was happy hour ( we never make it to happy hour) so I had to order frozen strawberry margarita ( small one ) ! It also served as my frozen dessert.. never been a fan of the flan but my dinner companion LOVES their flan( something about the correct consistency ) because if it's bad he would definitely let someone know but it was fantastic as always and I have leftovers for a midnight snack ! I don't think I have ever had to wait for a table ( it's because the seating area ( 4 or 5 rooms are huge !
While visiting Ojeda's Mexican Restaurant for a wedding weekend, we made a stop since it's one of my husband's favorite Mexican spots in Dallas. Overall, it was just okay for me. The highlight was definitely the margarita. It was really good and probably the best part of the meal. I ordered the sour cream enchiladas with rice and beans. They were decent, but not the best I've had, so I wasn't blown away. The chips were fresh and tasty, and I preferred the hot salsa over the mild. Service was good and attentive throughout our visit, which I appreciated. On the way out, we purchased some peanut brittle, which was a nice touch. It was good, just a bit on the sweeter side. Prices felt fair for what you get. Overall, nothing bad, but nothing that really stood out either--just an okay experience.
I a, posting this here for awareness: I've been coming to this spot since Cinco de Mayo, and I want to start by saying the service has genuinely been great every time, that's not in question. My issue is with a recent visit. I came in for just a drink, like I always do, and this time was told I had to purchase food to be served, due to TABC regulations. I understand and respect TABC rules; they exist for a reason and should absolutely be followed. My problem is that this has never been enforced on any of my previous visits. Every other time, staff took my drink order, I paid, and that was that. The one time this came up was the one time the owner was present. If TABC compliance is the standard, it should be applied consistently by every staff member, every time; not only when ownership happens to be in the building. I'd encourage the business to review their camera footage, since it will show multiple visits where I was served a drink with no food purchase. I also have the receipts to back this up. To be clear, I wouldn't have minded ordering food if I'd been hungry ; I just wasn't, and I've never had an issue getting served a drink alone before. Bottom line: the staff and service have been excellent, and I'd rather deal with them than the owner, who came across as unnecessarily strict in the moment. If that's the standard, it needs to be consistent across the whole team; inconsistent enforcement is what actually creates liability. Updated response to owner from google: I've been a regular here since Cinco de Mayo, and the service has genuinely been great every visit, that's not what this review is about. This review is about consistency and compliance. On my most recent visit, I was told I had to purchase food with my drink because of TABC regulations. I don't dispute that this is a real requirement; I understand and respect it. What I'm calling out is that it has NOT been enforced on any of my prior visits. Every other time, staff took my drink order, I served, paid, and left; no food required, no mention of the rule at all. This isn't a matter of me misunderstanding the situation. I know exactly what was and wasn't required on each visit because I lived it, and I have the receipts to prove it. The only time this rule was enforced was the one time the owner happened to be on site. That tells me this isn't being applied consistently by the staff; it's either not being trained properly, or it's being selectively enforced. If this is genuinely a state law, it needs to be followed every time, by every employee, regardless of who's watching. I told the manager on duty (who identified herself as the owner) to pull the camera footage; it will confirm exactly what I'm describing. I'm posting this for awareness. If this rule hasn't been enforced with me, it likely hasn't been enforced with other customers either, and that's a liability issue for the business, not just a customer service one. The staff have been great to me personally; this is specifically about the lack of consistent training/enforcement around a legal requirement. Because now it's a legal requirement but illegal actions have been done. Also if we are missing each other point I would love for the real owner to reach out to me directly, if the two ladies onsite were just a manager and regular employee, because your not trying to make seem as though I don't under the law!
Reviews are mixed. Many highlight the consistent Tex-Mex food, strong margaritas, and friendly and attentive service, along with a lively and festive atmosphere.
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2 years ago
The food was definitely good, service definitely makes me what to come back, the ambulance was wonderful. read more
2 years ago
The "hot sauce" is to die for!!!! Absolutely love their soft cheese tacos Always pick up an extra jar of their hot sauce to go read more
2 years ago
The service was great! Very fast, friendly and attentive. Our family of 3 ordered many different dishes and all were great. I especially enjoyed the puffy taco and chicken tortilla soup. The restaurant was fun and lively and the staff never stopped hustling around constantly refilling drinks and chips. For as much food as we received the price was excellent! We would definitely recommend this place for some yummy Tex-mex! read more
Ojeda's is a favorite of my office. When looking for a good place to dine as a large group, Ojeda's may be what you're looking for. Our service has always been solid and the food is good. I really enjoyed the shrimp salad - the shrimp was seasoned and cooked well, though for $18 there could have been more. The chimichanga (on a past visit) is also quite good. I would definitely recommend giving them a try! read more
1 year ago
Family favorite for a little over 15 years, Ojeda's never fails! Highly recommend if you are looking to enjoy some good Tex Mex dishes. read more
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2 years ago
Forgot what my Mango drink was, but it was delicious! The chicken Enchiladas were just alright. Very well priced. Would come here just for the drinks read more
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The food was awesome. We got the chili relleno puff tacos, and Carne Asada service is great as always. Vibes were mellow read more
3 years ago
We had a pleasant server who waited on us. The salsa was a bit watery. The enchilada plate was also a bit bland as well. Plenty of parking and large restaurant. read more
4 years ago
The moment you enter, the ambience just feels very home decorated. I'm not sure if this is present all year long or just during the Christmas period but the restaurant was decked out with lights and ornaments. Very festive mood. We ordered the fajitas for two and it comes with a lot of steak and onions. We shared this between two people and still had to bring half of it back for leftovers. The fajita order comes with three tortillas, guacamole, sour cream, cheese, and beans and rice. It was a lot of food for the price and you could easily order the fajita for one and share it between two people if you don't want leftovers. The fajita was good. I enjoyed it. read more
Great spot for catching up with girlfriends. The drinks are top-notch, but the overall experience left me wanting more. The ambiance was your standard Mexican style decor , and the food didn't quite match the excellence of the beverages. Still, if you're in the mood for fantastic drinks, it's worth a visit. The service was subpar. Our server seemed overwhelmed throughout the night which showed through her service. read more
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Great Tex-mex restaurant near the Oaklawn Dallas neighborhood. I went some friends for a Friday night dinner and this place was full- that's always a good sign. When you're seated you're immediately served some house made warm chips and salsa. Beware of the salsa, it's great but spicy, you can also request mild- which is more chunky and tomato flavor, also very good. These are prefect with queso. I enjoyed the carne Asada ranchero for my entree and I have no complaints. I asked for my steak medium rare and I could slice it with my fork, it was so tender. There's also a delicious gravy and cheese onto smothering the snack and it's wonderful. Traditional rice and beans on the side and and avocado make this dish one of the best I've had here. Ojedas also has some great waiters- they are attentive and efficient. I left my to go box and our waiter ran to parking lot to give it to me. If you never been, go have a meal here and bring a friend. The good energy is infectious and the awesome food is the cherry on top. read more
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Wasn't worth what I paid I haven't been there since 20 years. I was there a week ago, and the food was terrible. The tortillas were raw. You can see them in the picture. The beans are real runnin like they put in the blender and the fajitas there were no fajitas. I don't know what it was, but it's terrible real chewy and hard ain't no telling what it was. This will be my last time that I go to that place to that terrible place. They called a restaurant. read more
1 year ago
3 years ago
Chicken fajita quesadillas with a side of grilled onions. I love the queso, salsa and the guacamole is soooo good! The service is always amazing here. They could clean the bathrooms and update them a little more. They get a lot of use I'm sure. The security in the parking lot is a nice touch. read more
3 years ago
Came here for the first time for a work related lunch on a Wednesday around 11:15 AM. Our group had 10 people. They did not put the tables together, so we sat across two tables. It seems like this is a very popular place for work lunches. It was quite crowded, and there were many people in work uniforms with badges. They did have a separate salsa dish for each person, so I really liked that. The chips were on the slightly thicker side. Their salsa had a bit of a kick to it. The waitress didn't remember who got what despite taking our orders in a counter clockwise order across the two tables. No one got anything special added to their order so everything was correct to order. The food was good. They were able to do a combination spinach, and mushroom quesadilla. The spinach was a tad overcooked, but the mushrooms were fine. There was plenty of cheese, topped onto the quesadilla, and a very healthy sized scoop of guacamole. Overall, I think they did a great job for a large group. The food wasn't amazing, but I thought it was better than average. I would recommend this place for work meals, and I would go back here again on my own. read more
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Ojedas has been around longer than I've been alive, so to see it shiny and hopefully thriving is cool. During a pandemic it's nice to feel everyone is doing their part to be safe here. This place has a huge parking lot and security guard on premise (the neighborhood is a little sketch). It's all you can eat chips and salsa and the salsa is hot as F is you're a pansy like me, but I'm building up a resistance. The servers are as nice as anything, and your food comes out before you can wipe that sweat off your face from the salsa. Wednesday $7 enchilada special? Yep they have it. Bottom line... fast, friendly and cheap! Support local (and wear your mask) read more
2 years ago
This is my second time eating at Ojeda's. Absolutely fantastic. I'm a queso snob. And theirs was perfect. Everything was delicious. Di Jairo was our waiter and was very kind and took great care of us. read more
2 years ago
Awesome service and friendly staff. Had me some Sunday menudo. I'm very picky with menudo I come from south Texas and they have some very good menudo. Up here in the Dallas area it's different taste so it's hard to find good menudo. This is the best place so far. read more
My aunt and uncle know the original owners and I have been coming here off and on for as long as I can remember. I haven't had the pleasure of dining here in YEARS but last night our family walked in as a group of 9 with no reservation and it wasn't an issue. Sat us immediately, and our server was awesome. We kept the poor guy on his toes, with three kids in tow it seemed like we needed something every second. Definitely tipped extra for how hard he worked! Margaritas are strong and delicious as always. Great queso, salsa is unusually spicy but I love it that way. They have a milder version if you're weak sauce. Some of their food is generic Tex-mex but I love their breakfast tacos served all day. Excellent. Their brisket nachos are also good. I can't wait to come back, it felt like home! read more
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2 years ago
The food, the drinks, the ambience, the non-pretentious setting the very authentic staff cooks. New service is untouchable anybody in this area if you're not from here, you should definitely try this place is worth it. read more
Nice place, nice staff, pretty good food. There isn't much to say about this restaurant.... They carne asada tacos were really full! The chicken enchiladas chicken was really dry and hard to chew. I did get full but I won't go out of my way to go back here. It's really pretty I side read more
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4617 Maple Ave
Dallas, TX 75219
Oak Lawn
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(214) 528-8383
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