Ample parking Came on a Tuesday evening, no wait, and immediately seated. There's also a bar with TV's The server promptly greeted me and took my drink order. While waiting you get chips and salsa. There wasn't much of a wait for my meal and when it came it was well worth it. Everything had flavor, I ordered the shrimp, chicken, and steak fajita. Reminded me of a place I frequent in Philly. The server was attentive to the table and wasn't very talkative but polite. The decor was very pretty with the paintings on the walls. read more

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My mom and I went for lunch on a Tuesday and were seated and attended to quickly. It was a day off for us so we weren't in a rush, but you could easily get in and out in under an hour if you're on a lunch break. This location is super cute and well laid out. There are tons of booths making it very comfortable and it feels a bit more private. The food was delicious. I ordered the chicken and cheese flautas and my mom got the chicken chimichangas. The chicken for both was tender and really tasty. They also provide a generous portion of sour cream, guacamole, and cheese on the side. Far more than at other places I go. read more

Rey Azteca - Chicken and Cheese Flautas - Mexican Near Me - State College, Pennsylvania

Wow, just wow! Definitely a zero-star experience. Always 'in search of' good Mexican food so I went here in PA without reading the reviews. Was real hungry after a long orientation day at Penn State. Got my usual (2) crispy asada tacos with rice and beans, and I ordered a horchata to go. Drove 7 minutes to the Air B&B with anticipation of a great meal. Totally disappointed! The tacos were not only on a corn tortilla (not a crispy shell), but the corn tortillas were juicy-soggy. I flashed back to my water-taco review in TN. This meal cost $22+ and I'd been better off going next door to Taco Bell. The meal overall was expensive, flavorless, and disappointing. read more

Rey Azteca - Soggy shell aftermath - Mexican Near Me - State College, Pennsylvania

I ate with a butter knife.... Unfortunately I had dropped my fork right after we got our food but the waiter never came back again so I had to get a bit creative.To top it off we had finished our waters before food arrived but were never refilled even after he brought out the food. It was not a very inviting atmosphere to say the least. read more

I have sat at the bar and in a booth a few times and every time it's always consistently great food, great service, and great ambiance! The employees always look happy to be there and having a good time! Go try it out! Also, my husband loved the elite so much he started making it at home! read more

Rey Azteca - Aztec Melange - Mexican Near Me - State College, Pennsylvania

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Great choice for Mexican food. Prices are good and food is great. Chips and salsa for the table. Plenty of seating. Never a long wait. Servers are always the same and on point. Parking isn't bad. My go to for Mexican food. read more

Solid Mexican food with efficient service and liked the colorful decor. On the expensive side.

Moving my kid into college at Penn State this past weekend and while shopping we got hungry. We decided to try this place based on the reviews and the no wait . The restaurant is cute and the booths are actually quite private with the high backs. We liked that a lot. They start you off with the obligatory chips and salsa. The chips tasted fresh. My kid had the Pastor burrito (which came with a side of rice and beans) and I had the steak tip burrito. Both were great and we'd try it again. The menu is huge and overwhelming and the serving was more than we could finish. Great value as well. Definitely recommend read more

Everything you would expect from a Mexican restaurant. Good food, good service, and great decor! I got the Pollo Adobe which was chicken with sautéed mushrooms, spinach, and tomatoes served with rice and beans. No complaints here! read more

It was great service and delicious food! We shared fajitas so good! Will go again the three of us each got a drink beer or wine an we shared a flan dessert which was delicious too so read more

I will never go back again, overpriced, the taco salad was terrible, I couldn't even eat much of it at all a total waste of money, if you like shredded dark chicken, next to no lettuce, no tomatoes, and lots of re-fried beans, lots of sour cream, you might like the salad. I expected something very different. I don't like being told what to tip, we had 6 people, and the tip was added to the receipt! No wonder, I am not sure I would have tipped for such an overpriced bad meal. Maybe for the waiter. It is sad to leave hungry after eating at a restaurant, and paying too much. Be prepared to pay $3.25 for your soda! read more

I know, Rey Azteca says authentic Mexican, but it's not. Because technically speaking if it were and you had ordered a burrito, you'd end up eating an "equus asins," donkey, ass or burro from which the name burrito is taken. So let's be up front honest and say that their food is Tex-Mex which is just fine. Tex-Mex is really very good food. For me I just had their Tacos de Carne Asada which consisted of very nicely seasoned thin strips of meat with onion, both some corn and flour tortilla taco shells, a really good sauce and some refried beans. It was all rather good and I was impressed with how nicely the meat was seasoned. As for the restaurant itself, it's spotlessly clean and the staff super friendly. read more

Rey Azteca - Mexican Near Me - State College, Pennsylvania

We were looking for authentic Mexican food while driving through central PA and this was on the way. I got the veggie fajitas which were very fresh and delicious- a combination of zucchini, tomatoes, mushrooms, spinach, green pepper, and onion. My husband got the two enchiladas combo and my kids both got the hard tacos. We were all satisfied! The only downside for me was that the chips weren't warm (though they weren't stale) and my guacamole was a little brown on top. Otherwise would recommend read more

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Absolutely delicious food! Everything was so fresh and warm. We'll definitely be returning.

I'm a huge fan of Mexican, so I'm rather shocked that we came a cross a Mexican restaurant that I hadn't been to in State College. It's pretty far, so you'd need to drive or take the bus (sometimes difficult for college goers). The menu was full of long lists, which can be quite overwhelming, but a lot of options. The portion of food was just perfect. Not enough to take home afterwards, but a solid portion for you to eat and enjoy with friends and not feel gross about how fat you feel. read more

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So needed some spice and fajita fix and decided to try this place. The fajitas were good, but not to die for. The beans, salad and rice were tasty and seemed fresh on a Tuesday night. They have bottled Mexican coke, Jarritos but didn't have Topo Chico. My issue was everything was kind of low on the spices... I was hoping for cooked In spices not adding hot sauce on top. Maybe this is generally a state college thing, keeping spices low ‍ All in all, $22 for a fajita plate and a Mexican coke was kind of pricey. read more

Rey Azteca - Mexican Near Me - State College, Pennsylvania

The use of american cheese the lack of flavors this was absolutely not Mexican or Latin. Have not and will not return

They just raised their prices by over 50% on everything! I got steak fajitas for 2 and paid over $42.00 It was not a $42 meal. My fajitas for 2 was the same size as the table next to me that bought individual ones. When I said I wouldn't be back, she said, that's ok! I guess they don't care that their business will be closing before long! I won't be back. read more

Best Mexican food in State College area. Tacos are great and my husband loves their shrimp food. Overall nice clean location and friendly environment. We will definitely keep coming back to here. read more

Good portions of real Mexican food. A nice authentic Mexican environment. Worth stopping by

I've been a patron of Rey Azteca for years, and it's my go-to for Mexican food. I recommend it to friends who visit the area.

I had been craving the typical Mexican restaurant food for a while and decided to try this place out. I had expectations that it would be very similar to other restaurants of this nature but was surprisingly disappointed at how bad it was. The service was nice but my dinner was significantly flavorless. There was also a huge crowd and we had to wait 15 min to be seated. That in itself isn't a huge deal but really got my hopes up that it would be tastier than it was. I also think it's kinda crappy to charge for salsa after one refill of salsa.... but I guess they've had issues with people taking advantage of that in the past. The restaurant itself was pretty clean and the waitstaff was pleasant. I did feel super rushed at the end because I guess they had a line or were trying to close (we weren't anywhere near closing time) but they started coming by the table every few minutes while my friend and I were talking to ask us if we needed anything else, but they were so persistent it was clear they wanted us to leave. I probably won't be back. Not worth the money. read more

Their food is fabulous. I think my response is terrific because I just moved here from Texas.

The service was very quick and efficient. Food came out quick as well. Flavor wise it was a little underwhelming but overall good. The restaurant decor and atmosphere was nice too. read more

Surprisingly really good food here. I wasn't that hungry. But what I ordered. I found to have nice rounded flavor. For American style Mexican restaurant this is some of the best I found. The atmosphere and decor was welcoming. And service was on top of things. The menu had a wide selection that it it made it easy to pick something out.They have a bar. So if you drink it could be a plus. I not from this area. But if i was i would come back here again and again. read more

Best Mexican place in State College!! Freshly made chips and salsa served while you wait to order and for your food to be served. We visit often and my go-to is always the crunchy tacos, this is the only place I will eat crunchy tacos! The shredded cheese is amazing!! I always get the dinner that includes rice and refried beans, mix the two together for a great combination - just enough spice and oh so good!!! read more

Don't know what happened to this place. Came here for lunch today and it was the worst Mexican food I have ever had. Bland, dry, no flavor. Would not recommend to an enemy At least not lunch special #8 read more

Well I don't know if the food is made different when you order for take out... we order a asada(steak) burrito with everything and we got a fajita burrito no beans no rice, we order some nachos chicken and we only got the chips some cheese and sherred chicken so I don't know if this was even Mexican food.. sorry No se si la comida es cocinada differente cuando ordenas para llevar a casa..... pero nuestra comida no era muy mexicana... nachos con pollo desebrado y queso solamente, un burrito de asada salio de fajitas no arroz no frijoles... $15 dollars por un burrito de bell peppers... gracias pero sera nuestra primera y Ultima visita aqui... read more

Hands down the worst frozen margarita I have ever had anywhere...and I have been around when it comes to mexican quisine. Colorless and bland...no taste of tequila. Very tart. Plaza Azteca ALL DAY. read more

Stopped here for lunch and let me tell you, it was good! The customer service was good, food was amazing! Enchiladas were great! Chips and guacamole were great and fresh! Will be back here ! read more

My favorite Mexican food! Everything is always served hot and quickly! The whole staff is friendly and provides amazing service :) good job you guys! I've been to both the Lock Haven and State College locations multiple times! read more

Rey Azteca - a man sitting at a table with plates of food - Mexican Near Me - State College, Pennsylvania

My first two experiences with this place were dinner by takeout...which was delicious and very quick. My third visit was a fine in experience. I love, love, love the location. The decor is fun, bright colors, a lot to look at. The staff is pleasant, starting at the front door. Our glasses stayed full, we were given refills on chips without question. Chicken flautas were fantastic! The chicken is moist, flavorful & fried perfectly. The serving sizes are large, you will not leave hungry. read more

Rey Azteca - Mexican Near Me - State College, Pennsylvania

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Lots of food for a great price. I will update if they change their prices. A little slow to get seated when it's busy, lots of parking out front, their beans are a little bland, but everything else has been terrific. read more

I was just visiting in the state College area and thought I'd try out a Mexican restaurant. I sure am glad that we chose to come to Rey Azteca. Service was fast friendly and my teeth enchiladas were absolutely delicious! The shredded beef was very tasty and could tell it was a good quality. The food was served hot and fast and it was very reasonable in price. I I have no complaints and this is a solid four-star spot clean overall fast and reasonable and best of all the food taste great! read more

Did not know about this gem at all. Very pleased with job the food I had ordered. Gave me feelings of being back at home with my grandmother making meals for dinner. Food was very cheap and was very good food. I am looking forward to going back. You can't beat their lunch and dinner deals. read more

At last, a good Mexican restaurant in State College! The Camarones a la Diabla are excellent - shrimp glazed in a hot and spicy tomato sauce, served with rice, lettuce, tomato, guacamole, and tortillas. Hot enough that you really feel it, without burning out your tongue. The Burrito Cancun is a nicely sized shrimp burrito with green peppers and onions served with melted queso fresco cheese and a spicy red sauce on top and beans and rice on the side. Really good. Service was friendly, and fast considering it was their opening weekend. I'll definitely be back! read more

Rey Azteca - Mexican Near Me - State College, Pennsylvania

I fell in love with this regional chain at their Butler location. When travel took me that way, I made sure to make Rey Azteca a destination. I was thrilled when they opened here in State College...and they haven't disappointed. The staff is always friendly, though sometimes the language barrier makes ordering interesting. Food always comes out fast and is tasty. I love the Mole Poblano and the Carne Asada; my husband always enjoys the vegetarian platters. The prices are cheap, especially at lunch. Two entrees, chips, salsa, and drinks for under $20. read more

Rey Azteca - Chicken and cheese flautas...quite delicious! - Mexican Near Me - State College, Pennsylvania

Probably I can make better Mexican food than I had here and I am not Mexican. They serve house chips and salsa like other Mexican restaurants and have ample space and well decorated sitting area. However when we arrived on a Saturday night, most of the tables were empty. I don't know about non-vegetarian meals as I didn't take feedback from my non-vegetarian friends as I am decided Not to visit them again. The vegetable fajitas were flavorless. They charged me extra for adding heat with fresco in my fajitas when they totally forget to give me the jalapeño. There was absolutely no salt, pepper or fresco in my fajitas. I usually don't add salt on my food even if it is less.. but unfortunately there was no salt. The guacamole that came with my food wasn't fresh however when we ordered separately it came fresh. There was no pica de Gallo served, and the whole plate of salad avacado and beans was covered with cheese which made it unappetizing. The server couldn't understand English and we have to request him to ask somebody to take our order. The Spanish rice they have are non-vegetarian as they are cooked with chicken broth. I usually don't reject a restaurant in my first visit. But this one place I never want to try again. read more

Rey Azteca - Nachos, salsa and guacamole - Mexican Near Me - State College, Pennsylvania

Loved it! So many great tasting choices, awesome and attentive wait staff ... no complaints. And they have horchata!

The food is good. But not Authentic Mexican food it could be better. This is called America Mexican food. You would truly know when you have true mexican food. read more