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    Red Mesa Grill

    3.9 (249 reviews)
    Open 11:00 am - 11:00 pm
    Updated 3 months ago

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    RED MESA GRILL ATMOSPHERE

    What's the vibe?
    Casual
    Moderate noise
    Live music
    Outdoor seating

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    Liz P.

    This place was pretty good. I'm traveling with friends this weekend and we are staying in Boyne. We drove the quick drive to Boyne City for dinner and one of my friends eats gluten-free and vegetarian so we were looking for something that would accommodate all of us. I got the pina colada but unfortunately it wasn't as pineappley or coconutty as I wanted it to be. We had looked up the menu online and saw there was a drink that they light on fire, I was expecting something more dramatic but it was still pretty cool; my friend ordered it. I had the quesabirria tacos for dinner and they were pretty good. I really wanted the chicken pineapple quesadilla but I figured it had more dairy than the tacos; one of my other friends got it and said it was okay. My GF friend got the veggie tacos with a corn tortilla and a veggie side. Waitservice was friendly and fast as well. The restaurant is much more larger than it looks, it goes all the way to the back of the space. I would come back here again for Mexican food. We also got complimentary chips and salsa and both were very good.

    Cherry Margarita!
    Molly N.

    Easy to get in with our group of 7 at 5:30 on a weeknight it did fill up closer to 6pm The drinks were tasty and had a marg menu with creative choices. We enjoyed the armadillo eggs and other things like tacos, burritos. Mango salad, enchilada etc. Not the usual Mexican rest as it had some less common Latin choices as well Our sever was amazing! Attentive and friendly!

    Chicken Beef Pork Enchiladas
    Paul Yelp N.

    Visiting from out of town. This was the second time in two years and I hope to continue to make this a consistent part of our annual ski trip. Excellent margaritas served in a fun glass. Also recommend the Armadillo Eggs appetizer. It actually tastes meatier than the menu description. Offer fresh (not pickled) jalapeños

    Pork carnitas tacos and rice
    Chris P.

    Everything was amazing! I had the pork carnitas and my daughter had the Macha Salsa Shrimp bowl and I had a strawberry margarita and she had a jalapeño cilantro margarita.. The service, food and drinks were all amazing. We sat outside and it was so quiet and peaceful. We will definitely be back.

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    Suchet G.

    Our first time here. Our 17th anniversary trip. My wife chose Boyne City... I was gunning for Petoskey. My wife's choice was class A as usual. Place was near packed on a Saturday night. Mostly tourists like us we gathered. We walked in lady asked how many? My wife replied 2. We were ushered to our table and a young man named Austin took our order. Within 10 mins the food was served. The food was very good. A little spicey. Hit the spot. Austin checked on us frequently. Awesome service! While walking out the owner/manager asked where we were visiting from? I proudly replied, Van Buren Twp MI. We thanked him for an awesome experience and left. Yes we will recommend this place to all friends, family or colleagues visiting this place.

    Beef burrito split for two.

    Great wait staff, friendly, welcoming, and helpful, food is great and prices are very reasonable for the quality and quantity, great music and atmosphere.

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    Great food in a family atmosphere. Loud place... hard to hear others- but lots of fun and good food!

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    No just no not real Mexican food it's terrible service was okay but the food wasn't even close to real Mexican food it's just TERRIBLE!

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    2 years ago

    My second time here and I can't wait to return. Everything is always fresh and delicious, but I LOVE the cherry margaritas. So unusual!

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    Great food and service. Stuffed poblano and pork carnitas burrito were very tasty, as was the smoked refried beans.

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    Yum yum tacos. Best fancy margaritas around. Super cool server. The lunch we had was just what we needed on a March day.

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    Ask the Community - Red Mesa Grill

    Does this establishment offer corn shells for taco entree's rather than flour? Wife has gluten sensitivity and need some dining options while we will be in the area next week. This place sounds great and plan to make a stop here...

    Yes, they do and they have fajitas as well with corn. As always, not certified gluten friendly. I have not had an issue yet. Most places in this area will be kind to the gluten free people and do their best. Just not guaranteed.

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