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    Rojo

    4.1 (434 reviews)
    ModerateBars, Mexican, American
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    Moderate noise
    Outdoor seating

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    Nicole L.

    Pet friendly restaurant open til 10pm on Sunday. I'd give them a 3.5 if I could - mainly bc it is pet friendly. Seems like a self service type of restaurant. We arrived around 8:30pm and waited in line quite sometime to get some menus. We were sitting outside and had to walk back inside to order our food and refill our drinks. I found a butter knife on the ground near my seat which was concerning considering we were dining with our dog. We started with chips and queso, then I got street tacos and my partner got a burrito bowl. The queso was very runny/watery. I asked for no onions in my tacos. With minimal outdoor lighting it was hard to see the onions littered in my tacos. I was infuriated with every crunch of the onion I thought I picked out of my food. The tacos should have double tortilla bc they ripped apart with the first bite. Not the meal I was looking forward to after a long day. The burrito bowl on a plate was another head scratcher.

    Guillermo C.

    Stopped here on our way to PA and I was pretty bummed that it was a big miss. My dinner definitely looked better than what it tasted. It was quite a unique dining experience since they don't really wait on you. You just order at the counter and hope for the best after that. No checking up if the food was good or needed anything. Their nacho dip was straight water, no thickness or creaminess at all. It was like they heated up a broth and dropped shredded cheese in it to melt. I was looking forward to eating here and it simply missed all the marks. It's more of a college vibe to get drinks but food was not it, at least ours anyway. The good thing about here was that we were able to have our dog with us for dinner after a looooooooong drive. Not much lighting if you are sitting at the tables near sidewalk closer to the street. It's got great vibes for sure and I could see it being a great spot to chill and enjoy some drinks. The food could use some more love though.

    Chips and queso
    Camille F.

    Pretty twinkling lights over the all season, covered, outdoor seating, looking out onto the park. But with QUESO! Rojo is a unique combination of Latin and American fares. I usually stick to the Latin side of the menu, and this time I opted for the fried fish tacos. Perfectly crispy, tasty accoutrements. The queso is quite thin, which I like but I'm sure there are some dairy purists out there who wouldn't. The have a projector playing movies. I was here on Valentine's Day and they were playing some nice rom-coms to glimpse at as you stand in line. This is just a fun spot to be, in one of the sweetest walking areas of Birmingham. It sure helps that it's just a couple blocks away from me. You don't get to be a neighborhood staple easily, so Rojo is definitely doing some things right. The house margarita is okay, nothing to write home about, but no complaints here. Hell, if I'm ever complaining about a margarita just send me home.

    Codfish tacos with black beans and rice
    David M.

    This one meal on this one day was perfect. I can't guarantee that every experience will be like this but I just wanted to celebrate this one. It was a perfect summer afternoon with icy lemonade and codfish tacos. I had a great spot to sit and watch people walking their dogs. I had time to make a drawing and, even if I never come back (pretty sure I WILL) I will have had a perfect Rojo lunch.

    Margarita
    Ryan H.

    Very impressed with this place as a new resident to bham. I got a burger with a side of tots and it was very good. My dad got the chicken fajita which he said tasted really good, but I was a little unimpressed with the presentation as I feel like it should come out on a sizzling skillet. The service was great as you order at the counter and the food is brought out quickly at least in my experience. The restaurant itself is set up very nicely and gives off a chill vibe. We ate inside which was nice and the patio looked nice as well.

    Al pastor tacos
    Emily C.

    Quick eats with a lively atmosphere! There's something for everyone on the menu here. The menu is HUGE, containing a Latin, American, kids, and gluten free menu with lots of different dishes on each. You order at the counter and seat yourself. Our food came out very quickly! We ordered the Al pastor tacos and the burrito bowl. I added chicken and lettuce to the burrito bowl, with the chicken making it very filling. I enjoyed the Al pastor tacos the most- they were incredibly flavorful and delicious! I'd be happy to return here and try something else.

    Vegan Tofu Paella and a quesadilla!
    Audrey C.

    I love rojo! there are so many options for vegetarians and the food is great! Everything comes out very fast and the vibe is amazing. Every employee is so nice! I love going to rojo and the margaritas are wonderful.

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    Jalexus H.

    Rojo is a great place to go if you are around the Highland Park area. The atmosphere is amazing, especially if there's njce weather for outdoor dining. The food is always consistent with Rojo for sure.

    Renee H.

    I was in town for a family event and my son recommended this spot for brunch. The brunch is something they only offer on the weekends, from what I was told. We had a party of ten and sat outside on the patio. This is not an upscale or classy location that you'd expect in the gorgeous Birmingham area it's located in. But I really loved the vibe! I can imagine what a cool spot it must be at night time with the spirits flowing and the atmosphere. The brunch menu didn't offer an awful lot of options but we all got something we really enjoyed. I had the brunch sandwich, which my son recommended. It has jalapeño bacon and avocado. Need I say more?! It was so yummy! What I was impressed with was how incredibly fast our food arrived! We had no sooner ordered our food, paid for it, grabbed our drinks and sat down on the patio before the food arrived! All the servers were hardworking and pleasant. I hope to come back to this location and try some more of their dishes!

    Demetria R.

    A hidden gem placed amongst the trees. This place is like a little secret eating spot. Plenty of outdoor seating with indoor seating available. The food is fresh and not overly processed. There is an American and Latin menu available. The menu prices are reasonable. The southwest quesadillas were delicious! I'm not a mimosa person but I really enjoyed the mango, grapefruit and pineapple mimosa. Try it...dare you! The brunch menu is a great touch for the weekend. Meal for 2 with drinks for $40 is a yes for me! I'll be back!!

    2023 open late on Fridays in December
    Paige K.

    Reliably awesome. Stopped in for lunch today. Sat at the bar. Server brought water right away and took my order. Order came out fast, as usual. Bar open late Fridays in December 2023 until midnight.

    Grilled Chicken Tacos
    Toni Rose D.

    Such a gem. My company hosted an event here for teachers and it did not disappoint. Look at the cute sign for us and the food was on point. We had tacos, nachos, banana pudding, and berry pie. The teachers were happy, and Ian did a fantastic job of making sure we were good. I tried the easy water - it has CBD and I don't know what I was thinking. They do have nonalcoholic drinks available which is always exciting.

    Mocktail Marg
    Ashley K.

    I've been coming to Rojo every time I'm in Birmingham, sometimes more than once. The food is fantastic, vibe is so chill, the patio is a fantastic atmosphere, and overall Rojo is a fantastic spot for Latin and Mexican fare. Absolutely recommend it!

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    1 year ago

    Great place to eat. Food, service and location are wonderful. They have mixture of Mexican and American dishes to please anyone.

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    We ordered the mahi mahi tacos which were very bland. The outside seating was nice but there were a LOT of flies.

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    Really enjoyed the food and everyone was very helpful. The Ceaser Chicken pasta, the Ribeye and the Tilapia were delicious.

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    2 years ago

    Love this place!!! Definitely a tight space but it gives Rojo a fun vibe though! The food is always incredible!!!

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    Food and Service is impeccable!!! Love ambiance of the place !! We had our wedding rehearsal dinner party there !!

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