Food: 5 stars Service: 5 stars Ambiance: 5 stars Definitely a fan favorite with my family and by far the best food we had during our visit! I totally forgot the names of our meals, but the food was oh so delicious . I can't wait to return on our next visit. The chicken dish (according to hubby) was excellent. The chicken was well-seasoned, moist, and perfectly cooked. The vegetables and rice were a great complement to the meal, offering a fresh balance to the plate. Highly recommended for anyone who visits! The beef stew was spicy and delicious, packed with bold flavors that cleared up my sinuses with every bite. After three days of bland food during this visit, it was a welcome relief to my palate. The beans and rice paired well with the stew, and I would have brought back leftovers if I were home! I indulged in way too many chips and salsa, which reduced the space for my meal, but it was well worth it. Not pictured is the deliciously fresh lemonade I had to wash down my meal--refreshing and perfect. Our server was friendly and kind, making sure we were well taken care of throughout. We can't wait to return! read more

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First night in Corpus Christi and the food and service was outstanding. I personally loved that this restaurant was not serving Tex-Mex. The website describes the cuisine as, 100% Mexican with the flavors of the North Pacific Coast of Mexico that includes Sinaloa, Sonora, North and South Baja California. The salsa had a nice flavor and little spice and the chips were crispy and tasty. The serving is very large, enough for leftovers or to share with someone. I absolutely enjoyed my shrimp tacos nicknamed for the former Governor  of California AKA Terminator.  Packed full of flavor!! Don't forget to treat yourself to a margarita, the mango on the rocks for delicious Also,  Stephanie provided excellent service and was very helpful.  Definitely worth a visit again. read more

Palenque Grill - Shrimp tacos - Mexican Near Me - Corpus Christi, Texas

It's a new year, and Corpus officially has a new "upscale" Mexican restaurant. Welcome, Palenque Grill! You can imagine both my excitement and surprise to learn we would be receiving one of these last Summer (2023). Corpus does not have many "upscale" Mexican restaurants, and given previous experience with the establishment while frequently traveling to Laredo, I knew we were in for a treat. Located at the La Palmera Mall, it is an ideal location for this legendary South Texas chain. Palenque Grill is part of the same restaurant family as that of El Pollo Loco and Taco Palenque. If you have not looked into its history, I highly recommend looking up their "story" on their website. On with the review. It's a really nice "higher end" traditional Mexican restaurant with a great menu and great food. I've been here three (3) times since opening in late December, and have not been disappointed. The food is above average and comes at a great price point for what you're getting. The service and atmosphere are also well above average. While they have just opened, and I am sure there will be some servicing and managerial issues that need to be ironed out over time, it looks like they are off to a great start. Also worth mentioning is the expansive and modern bar area, and what looks like great margarita and cocktail offerings. Since I have sworn off margaritas for some time (too much sugar), you'll have to be the judge if they are as good as they look. Anyway, as I said in the opening, it's a new year. So with that, my hopes are for nothing more than the success of Palenque Grill. Since many of those visiting Corpus inevitably visit La Palmera, should that be you, consider giving this place a shot over the commercial chains. I doubt you'll be disappointed! read more

Palenque Grill - Mar Y Tierra Prime - Mexican Near Me - Corpus Christi, Texas

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It was ok, it is a little pricey, the menu seem a little limited compared to extensive menus of other restaurants. Restaurant is very nice, maybe even too nice for Corpus, but geezus why paper napkins? Wanna be fancy get some linen napkins. read more

Palenque Grill serves up some tasty Mexican food and the restaurant atmosphere has a nice vibe, but unfortunately, our experience was overshadowed by poor customer service. From the start, things were slow: we waited 20 minutes just for chips and another 10 before flagging down a manager to ask for water, drinks, and an appetizer. After explaining that we hadn't seen a waitress yet, the manager assured us he'd help. When our waitress finally arrived, she asked if we'd been helped. We explained that the manager had supposedly taken care of our drink and appetizer order, and we proceeded to place our food orders as well. Despite finishing our drinks, there was no sign of the waitress for refills, and we waited an additional 40 minutes before she returned to ask if we'd received our food--which we hadn't. Eventually, our meals arrived, but our friends' orders were still missing. The waitress apologized and said she'd rushed their meal, but it still took another 10 minutes. By then, the delay had taken a toll on our overall experience. The food itself was enjoyable and had authentic flavors, but the lack of attention and slow service made it hard to fully appreciate. If Palenque Grill could improve its service and ensure timely orders, it would be a great spot for a Mexican meal. However, based on this visit, the dining experience was disappointing, and we felt neglected. read more

Let's start with the service, hostess addressed us right away, very cordial. Our wait staff Clarence aka ninja was amazing. He gave us the trio of salsa's to sample, explained the menu items recommended bar drinks. Overall great experience. Food was flavorful, fajitas were tender. Today was my birthday and as they sang to the other birthdays in the restaurant I softly declined. It was fun but sensitive ears (lol) the ambiance was just perfect as I celebrated with my best friend, my hubby. Whenever in Corpus Christi give Palenque grill a go, you won't be disappointed. read more

Palenque Grill - Top shelf Margarita - Mexican Near Me - Corpus Christi, Texas

Food, service and atmosphere was so amazing!!! My sister is who brought me here because she knows how much I love tacos and margaritas. To my surprise the place was not busy at all for a weekend. We were seated right a way. From the moment we got there to the moment we left everyone was so welcoming and friendly. The Food!!! Sooooooo good which I didn't expect because like I said prior it wasn't busy at all. I ordered the fajitas as well as a margarita flight. Taste was top tier in my opinion. Pepe the manager who I met was so nice and walked around asking every table if everything was good. Corpus understood the assignment with this restaurant!!! The staff alone make it 10/10 read more

Palenque Grill - Margarita flight - Mexican Near Me - Corpus Christi, Texas

First time coming in and food was good but the service was crap. It took whole 10 mins for our waiter to come and he was just bad mood . Hardly came check on ours. Overall we will not be coming back. read more

Expensive but very good. $80 for Mexican food is a bit crazy but it was very delicious. Even at the price I'll still be going back. Service was on point, our waitress was busy but still very attentive. The atmosphere was fantastic, a really nice place for a date night. read more

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Food was just okay! In town full of taquerias, this place was just average. Price is high for Corpus Christi. Atmosphere would improve if they dimmed the lights a little bit read more

everything was awesome! the ribeye aguachile, the garritas tacos, the strawberry margarita, even the beans wtasted so similar to my grandmas mexican food ! Service was excellent, place clean and beautiful read more

Tammy contacted me but I never heard back! Was promised a gift card but never received it!

Met a friend for lunch here this afternoon. The ambiance was classy and elegant. The bar is beautiful and although we didn't order drinks, the ones going out to other customers looked really good. Our server , Clarence was top notch and recommended we order a platter for 2 because it came with a good amount of guacamole and sides. Everything was delicious ( love your guac ) Great food and excellent service, Clarence is a great server! read more

Management went to every table but ours to ask how things were but skipped us hmmmm .... Food was extremely cold no seasoning or flavor shrimp tough bland bacon raw , I guess I'm just accustomed to marinated meat and this meat was dry and very bland lack of flavor... my 17yr old who I eats everything didn't want to eat the chicken fajitas cause there was no flavor smh we walked in and was told this is true authentic Mexican I would have to disagree I've never known Mexican food to not have flavor will not be back. I'll give this place less than a yr. read more

Palenque Grill - Shrimp and bacon not cooked - Mexican Near Me - Corpus Christi, Texas

We had a Hilda's party in the private dining area and it was off the charts! Service food ambience was amazing. Hats off to Jose for his free. Alexander our waiter did a great job of taking care of our group! Margaritas especially the mango and champú ones are some of the best! Highly recommend this restaurant for a different kind of Mexican food flare! read more

Palenque Grill anchors the exterior middle of the La Palmera Mall offers a fantastic dining experience. The food was amazing & delicious and the ambiance is delightful!! I have visited their Laredo location many of times for legal/medical company meetings but so thankful they have place a P.G. In the Corpus Christi area. My plate the Shrimp Pasta Cuchi Cuchi rocked and my family members' Pastor Tacos looked & taste amazing. Thank you to Cobar M., bar manager , and Joe C., General Manager, for being so professional. I just wanted to give a quick review because it was nice to enjoy an amazing dinner @ the Palenque Grill w/ family not business !! read more

Palenque Grill - Seafood/Shrimp Cuchi Cuchi - Mexican Near Me - Corpus Christi, Texas

When we first arrived they greeted us nicely and took orders for our drinks. We ordered margaritas and water. We got our water and took about 25 minutes to receive three margaritas. We finally placed our orders. About 35 minutes later we received have of our main dishes since we were a party of four. My wife's order didn't come yet nor mine. When she finally got her mine was not delivered and was told it was be out soon. Finally 45 minutes into service I received an underdone beef fajitas on a cast iron skillet that was not even sizzling. I told them that the steak was still raw in the middle and returned it. Now about 20 minutes later I received a hot sizzling plate of beef fajitas and shrimp with burnt onions and way over cooked beef fajitas. Manager stated he was sorry and that I didn't have to pay for my food. They made many excuses as to why food was late and subpar. I have been to this restaurant many times in Laredo at the original restaurant and it is amazing. This one in corpus is laughable at best and complete let down. What a shame. read more

I cannot say ENOUGH about how wonderful this restaurant is! Let's start with the amazing complementary chips & dips...5!!! the bean dip is so good, that I want to take some home. The menu is very creative. Everything was delicious. Thier meats are fantastic--seriously tasty stuff. The wait staff was spot on. Management came by to check on us. The dining room is GORGEOUS. You need to try this place. This is now one of our all of the time places in Corpus. read more

Such an amazing time! Clarence made our 1st visit the best ever. He set up a beautiful hot suace bar, chips, bean tasting and a beautiful dinner. Ask for Clarence! read more

Great atmosphere, great food, great location, great drinks and as a plus, our waitress had a cool sense of humor.

Great food and ambiance. Def would recommend and will come again soon. Hillary is the best!

Absolutely fantastic service and the food was delicious and prepared so quickly! They bring out complimentary refried beans with chorizo and this awesome roasted tomato salsa! Not many places you can get a delicious margarita flight for under $20 with four signature margaritas. Try the Mar y Tierra grilled plate! So tender and flavorful! The Elote is also fantastic and seasoned perfectly! We were so excited to eat our food that I did not get very good quality photos- but the ambiance is upscale Mexican cuisine and the finishes are super thoughtful! Chargers and outlets near every booth and along the bar too! Perfect place for after work recharge with friends and family! If you go for dinner ask for Jeanette! Didn't have room after the tres leches to try the churros- we will be back! read more

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Let me first state the positive. If you want to enjoy a nice atmosphere and friendly staff then you're good to go. The bar is located centrally and well stocked for variety. The main entrees are good but the rice/bean sides can be a put off. So food wise it's okay but definitely better options though out the city at a much palatable price point. We went to entertain clients so it fit the need for that. But as far as taking the family out I would consider another option. Drinks and appetizers all day. read more

We went during lunch last Friday just me and my husband. My husband had the chicken and I had the tilapia. Food was hot and very good. Our server, Clarence was wonderful. He was attentive and explained the menu items. Can't wait to go back. read more

Positive: This place looks nice inside Negatives : 1. Parking - it's at the mall, so good luck finding parking. 2. Expensive - All the food & drinks are marked up 3. Food- The food isn't very impressive, compared to other Mexican restaurants in town read more

I have traveled all over Mexico and this food is from somewhere else. I guess I may have had worst Mexican food before but none as ridiculiously expensive as this. The food was bad enough but the outragious cost was a double insult. I was really looking forward to eating a great meal and would be willing to pay for it but this was horribly disappointing ! read more

It hurts me to write this review. The last time I reviewed a Palenque grill it was a five star. Unfortunately this one is not. I have included the photos to show everyone how my meal was. To start, the service was amazing from being greeted to being sat down. I was expecting a long wait since this is a new establishment. But it was not. The hostess was amazing and my waitress I would like to say was great. I took my daughter for a meal. My daughter and I went for lunch and ordered two entrees, an appetizer and two drinks. The total was $95+ after tax. I would like to say the guacamole was amazing. I did not take a picture. I was a little Confused as the menu stated it's mixed. The guacamole ingredients were all separate, not mixed. I ordered a margarita with a corona in it. My daughter ordered a specialty drink on the menu. This is where I hit a problem. My margarita, or subarita, was half full. I would like to express this was a $14 drink. I questioned this and it was stated to me that the bartender explained that's how it is prepared there. I have included a picture of the prepared drink. To be honest I was ripped off. I did voice my opinion on the shortage of my beverage. My daughter received her drink. Hers was great as well as the food. The food was slightly pricey but is worth the money. Unfortunately the entire experience was subpar. If you view the pictures, you will understand why. I'm a firm believer in paying for something that is worth it. But this is the first time ever that I have been to a Palenque Grill from San Antonio to Laredo where I felt taken advantage of. For the record I paid the entire bill with no complaints and I tipped my waitress well as she was amazing. read more

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RICE WAS HORRIBLE, waited forever for the food just for it to be underwhelming. The server even agreed stating she would never order the rice. Crazy. Everyone at my table has different plates and we all agreed it was just meh. Prices are very high for food that your local taqueria can do so better read more

Very judgmental on who they hire and even though they say they are hiring, once you walk in and you don't meet the look qualification you're out. And they look at who has money to give great customer service read more

The food was absolutely delicious and the service was outstanding. JR was the best. Palenque is the perfect place for lunch or dinner. The ambience is welcoming and the service is absolutely fantastic. read more

Palenque Grill - Mexican Near Me - Corpus Christi, Texas

Service impacted on a Thursday night. While the food was missing the zing of its Laredo and McAllen cousins, the service was lackluster. Manager looked enthusiastic, which gives hope to this RGV staple. read more

This is American wannabe Mexican food. Wayyyy too much added salt and just not authentic tasting at all. Service wasn't that great either. Tried 2 dishes and an appetizer. read more

Michelle provided excellent service We ordered the carnitas as appetizers and tacos al pastor . The food was enjoyable and well served. The restaurant was clean with a comfortable ambiance. read more

I came here to expecting it would be Tex-Mex food but was shown otherwise! This is authentic Mexican food which was very good! Their service was excellent for a busy day our server Alejandro (Alex) gave my friends and I an excellent service and always made sure we were doing great! I will definitely be back read more

Palenque Grill - Strawberry Margarita, Vampiro, Mangonada Margarita - Mexican Near Me - Corpus Christi, Texas

Food is amazing, and I mean everything! Drinks amazing! Our server was Rodolfo, 10/10. Our whole date night was 10/10. So glad Corpus finally has a location! read more

Best Mexican food I've had in a while.food was amazing and service was incredible.huge thanks to Pamela for being so helpful with our experience.10/10 would recommend.would totally go back there. read more

I wanted to really like this place since Corpus has so few dining options, but.... First of all, the excessively loud music when I walked in. I was expecting something more low key, maybe some quiet soft music (boleros, romantic, classic Spanish). Nope. The menu items are PRICEY!! The cheapest entrees are $19. If you order a parillada plate for 2, it costs $50!, more than buying 2 individual plates. The frozen Margarita was $12 and tasted funny (possibly the syrup that they use). The waitress and the management are very nice and more than willing to please their customers. They will introduce more menu items over time. read more

Visited for the first time tonight. The inside of the restaurant is beautiful - I figured it would be nice/clean as it's a fairly new restaurant but it was impressive. Especially for CC. We ordered the parrillada for two with beef. It was great - cooked and seasoned well. My husband, our son and I shared and we still had some left over. It is a little pricey but it was a good amount of food. I wasn't a fan of the rice - but the beans were great. The biggest disappointment of the evening was my cucumber martini - it had no flavor and I wished I'd ordered a margarita. Our server and what I assume was the manager were both great. Excellent service! We will be back. read more

First time here, cobar, Adrianna, and Michael were really friendly and got our drinks and food order in quickly. They talked to us, made our experience here so great. Joe, came to check on us and was the sweetest person ever. The one bad thing we experienced was the other rude blonde hair bartender. She kept pointing at us at the bar, cussing, made us feel very unwelcome, called the other bartenders morons and kept talking about her problems in front of us while we're trying to enjoy our night out. We'll be back but hoping our experience is different next time. read more

My fiancé and I had dinner. We were served complimentary chips and salsa very quickly shortly after sitting down. We both haven't ate at a Palenque Grill in over 20 years. This location is upscale. I ordered the Pirata tacos and he ordered Tacos Al Pastor. Our food was delicious. Miss Jodi our waitress provided great customer service. She was very friendly and attentive. read more