The food was absolutely delicious! Everything was fresh and packed with so much flavor. You can…read morereally taste the quality in every bite. I would definitely come back and highly recommend it!

I decided to give this restaurant a try after seeing several positive reviews, but unfortunately,…read moremy experience did not live up to the expectations. The food was disappointing overall. The fried pieces of pork were mostly fat and not enjoyable, and the beef empanadas were excessively greasy. However, the arroz con gandules and tostones were good and were definitely the highlights of the meal. I appreciate that everyone has different tastes, but based on the reviews I saw, I expected a much better representation of Puerto Rican food.

cute neighbors spot with great mexican food!…read more my friend and i made a reservation for 8p on cinco de mayo -- we did not realize it was cinco de mayo until we were on our way over to the restaurant, and it was crazy packed. even with a reservation, we had to wait for a table. we were seated outside initially, despite our reservation for an inside table. we did request to move inside since it was cold and windy outside, and our waiter jose told us it would take 20 more minutes. we were at the restaurant for over an hour by the time we were finally seated inside. once inside, our orders were quickly taken, and the food came out quickly. at that point, we were starving -- coming here on cinco de mayo was a mistake. the food here is excellent. the tacos al pastor were some of the best tacos i've had. the pork was so juicy and flavorful. the drinks (horchata & jamaica) were also packed with flavor and tasted incredibly authentic. the elote was delicious as well, and i enjoyed how much pulpo/octopus was on the menu. there were so many other things i wanted to try! our waiter jose was also very sweet. he apologized for the delay in getting seated, and you could tell they were working really hard to get through the rush. i would not come back on cinco de mayo, but i would definitely recommend this spot for a casual dinner.

The boss and I ate lunch here today. She has the Al pastor burrito and I had the chicken enchilada…read morewith mole. The boss loved her burrito. It came with fries and she gave them to me (she loves me). The enchiladas were delish. The mole was extremely rich in flavor with a little bit of heat. I also enjoyed dippingy fires with the mole sauce. Service was prompt and friendly. It's a quaint place. Overall, you need to come here and experience the delightful tastes of their food.

I'm Mexican and live in San Diego California so I know good Mexican food. I wasn't sure if I wanted…read moreto try Mexican food in Philly, but I walked by this place and the name intrigued me. This place did not disappoint! Super authentic flavors and you can tell that everything is made from scratch. Prices are very reasonable and I love the atmosphere and family restaurant environment. I had Chilaquiles with red sauce and Birria on top. Added salsa macha, it's very similar to a chili oil for extra spice and it was amazing. I also enjoyed a traditional cafe de olla! Definitely will Be back. Highly recommend. The food, the service, the ambiance was all wonderful.

I really liked the mole at the one place I tried it, but I figured I had to try mole from other…read moreslots to know if I was a true mole fan or not, and where else to go than a spot named Mole Poblano! My partner and I came for an early lunch in a Saturday and it was pretty quiet, but I absolutely loved the meal and I can only hope it's busier at other times. The meal started with a complimentary and artfully-presented plate of tortilla chips and accoutrements plus two incredibly fresh-tasting salsas, a bright salsa verde and a hot chipotle salsa. I saw that they have tamales as a weekend specials, so I ordered two of them (with mole of course) plus a side nopal salad. I was pleasantly surprised to see that the nopal salad also came with diced avocado and it was a great veggie side! The tamales were HUGE (I had to take some home) and some of the best I've had. The mole was just as good as I hoped, smoky and deep and slightly sweet. I tried a bite of my partner's enchiladas which I also liked, though we wondered if they mixed up his order of enchiladas with salsa roja with a different tomato sauce on the menu. Just a reason to come back though, they had an impressive array of enchilada options that I want to try. For the amount of food we got plus a horchata - they had to push over another table to fit our dishes - the bill was shockingly affordable! That sealed the deal for me to want to come back again. Definitely have to try the titular mole poblano dish with chicken sometime!

This is THE PLACE for good Mexican food in the University City area! Soooo gooood and very…read morereasonably priced for the amount of food you get! The service was quick and friendly! The restaurant itself is small although I've found this is pretty common in the area, but still had plenty of seating along with outdoor seating. The decor is well themed!

Did takeout. My grandson loves this place! I tried it for the first time on Sunday. Was in the mood…read morefor guacamole and churros. The guac was super fresh, flavorful and delicious. Lots of tomatoes, onions and of course avocados. Seasoned to perfection. The chips were a little too thick for my taste. I prefer a lighter chip. The churros were crispy on the outside and perfectly soft inside, they offered 2 dipping sauces both were delicious.

We had the chicken wings which were crispy with sauce on the side. Fish Tacos are also excellent…read moretopped with a salad of tomatoes and lettuce. We tried the sopos which are filling and well made. The margaritas are spot on salty and sour. The place deserves more of a crowd. Service was great. We have been here a few times and have not been disappointed.

this place has some of my favorite tacos in the city! Every time I'm here, I get the Baja tacos,…read morewhich is filled with a delicious and flaky fried fish. They also have a very generous portion of nachos, which are stacked with toppings. Each time I'm here, I have no trouble getting a table, no matter how large the group, and the ambience is quite busy, especially around game time, given their TVs right around the bar area.

Food definitely hit the spot. Local hidden Honduran gem located in the heart of South Philly. You…read moreknow its good when you see a lot of locals. I ordered the fish with shrimp dish smothered with chipotle sauce and oh boy, it was sooo gooood. They also gave us a side of fresh home baked tortilla and it was definitely the best I had from a local Spanish spot in Philly.

Made my Honduran family happy. Large portions, good value. Traditional Honduran dishes prepared…read morewell. Service was a little bit slow and the dining area is very small and can get tight. Worth a visit if you enjoy Honduran food.

Hidden Gem in Old City!…read more Stopped in during happy hour on a Saturday (4-6 PM) and ended up having one of the most enjoyable afternoons we've had in Philly. We grabbed seats at the bar and were welcomed by Rich, the owner's son, who made some of the best margaritas and palomas we've had in a long time. Friendly, knowledgeable, and clearly passionate about the restaurant, he made us feel like regulars from the moment we sat down. The chicken nachos were outstanding, piled high and packed with flavor. Our fellow Brazilian World Cup fans at the bar were raving about the quesadillas too. The happy hour prices were surprisingly affordable, especially for Old City. Pacifico on tap and great pitcher specials made it even better. What really sets this place apart is the atmosphere. Between the lively crowd, the family-owned hospitality, and hearing the story behind recipes passed down through generations from Veracruz, Mexico, it felt like much more than just a meal. It felt like being welcomed into someone's home. If you're visiting Old City, heading to Penn's Landing, or just searching for the best margarita in Philadelphia, do yourself a favor and stop here. Great drinks, delicious food, warm family hospitality, and an experience you'll remember long after the last sip. We'll definitely be back.

With outside seating, we decided to come in after seeing what looked and smelled like great food…read morecoming from Las Bugambilias. The menu was small with limited options for different dietary needs. When we saw chips and salsa weren't complimentary, we weren't impressed this continued when our waitress forgot part of our order. Food was just ok - somewhat flavorless. Prices seemed inconsistent ($5 for 4 plantains, almost $30 for fajitas). Overall, in a pinch and craving Mexican, this restaurant will work. Otherwise, find somewhere else.

Really reliable Mexican spot! The owner is always present and super attentive. I've gotten multiple…read moredishes from this place and I've finally gotten the chance to really sit down and review it! I like that they really lean into being a proud Mexican owned space in a way that doesn't feel gaudy. I love popping in here and grabbing a quick bite to eat!

Adelita is a Mexican taqueria just south of the Italian market. Behind its unassuming exterior lies…read morereasonably priced, delicious food options! -- I dined on a Friday evening and found little crowd and great service- the food came out very fast. I found the food options to be plentiful, but maybe not necessarily vegetarian friendly. The interior was clean and cozy and the decor was fun. You are also served a very small amount of complimentary chips and salsa. I ordered the chorizo nachos, bistec con nopales (steak with nopales cactus), and the chorizo burrito. I found all to be really delicious, with the steak as my favorite. The chorizo nachos was a large portion and three people split it comfortably. The dish was not greasy at all, which sometimes happens with nachos. The bistec was sliced very thinly but it wasn't tough at all. Everything-from the rice to the beans to the salsa- were cooked well and very flavorful! I really enjoyed wrapping the contents of the plate in the flour tortilla. I've never tried nopales and I found them to be wonderfully cooked, a little sour and juicy. However, they were very divisive! The chorizo burrito was cooked well but, personally I found it a little dry but well-complimented by the salsa from the chips. Overall, we had a great meal at Adelita. It's casual and no-frills. It's just serving up tasty, reasonably priced Mexican food options. I'd recommend trying the Bistec con Nopales and the nachos!