Excellent food every time. Service was a little slow tonight but I think it was unexpectedly busy…read moreso I will give them that. The food and drinks are so well done. Can't go wrong with the steak, short rib or fish tacos! Ambiance and general vibes are always so nice!

I love the decor at this place…read more We absolutely have enjoyed every single menu item we have tried here. The Guacamole is fresh, feel free to add bacon because that is always a good idea. The ceviches are always beautiful, fresh, and tasty. I love the tacos and my husband is a big fan of the Barbacoa de Cordero. I always order the Strawberry Margarita, it is one of my favorite cocktails in Baltimore. The service is a little odd (we were charged twice last time, that was a whole headache) and it is beyond loud in here, so I cannot recommend it for a date night. We will keep coming back for the quality food and drinks.

The Hype Is Absolutely Deserved!…read more Clavel is a highly acclaimed, family-run mezcaleria and taqueria in Baltimore -- and after finally visiting, I completely understand the hype! First things first: they don't take reservations, so plan accordingly! We arrived around 5:45 p.m. and were quoted a 45-minute wait. Apparently, if you arrive after 5:45, you should be prepared to wait anywhere from 30 minutes to an hour. Thankfully, around 6 p.m., a few people got up from their seats at the bar and we QUICKLY grabbed them. Crisis averted! We started with the Mezcalita with cilantro honey, which came highly recommended by the bartender. It was SO delicious -- the perfect balance of sweet and spice without either overpowering the other. For my second drink, I switched to the Suero, made with El Buho Mezcal Espadin, green mango, lemon, agua mineral, and Himalayan pink salt. It was completely different from the Mezcalita -- super refreshing, crisp, and not sweet at all. Both were excellent! Then came the food. We started with the Queso Fundido -- bubbling hot queso Chihuahua with guacamole and frijoles y totopos. I mean...you really can't go wrong with bubbling cheese. For our tacos, my friend went all in on the mushroom tacos while I decided variety was the move. I ordered: Barbacoa de Borrego -- house-butchered lamb and beef shank cooked with Mexican coffee, Negra Modelo, and spices. El Luchador -- lightly battered cod with house-pickled cabbage slaw, habanero crema, and cilantro. Al Gobernador -- wild-caught Pacific shrimp in salsa Anaheim with melted queso Chihuahua and pico de gallo. All three were delicious, but I loved being able to try such different flavors and textures in one meal. The ingredients tasted fresh, everything was flavorful, and you can tell there's real thought and care behind the menu. The restaurant itself is also deceiving! From the outside, Clavel looks fairly small, but once you're inside, it's anything but. There are so many little twists, turns, rooms, and tucked-away spaces -- and somehow every single one of them was packed. I also loved the rustic, traditional Mexican-inspired décor. It feels warm, lively, and authentic without trying too hard. And the service matched the food! Everyone we interacted with was friendly and helpful, and our bartender's cocktail recommendation was spot-on. From the drinks to the tacos to the atmosphere and service, everything was superb. Clavel absolutely lived up to its reputation, and I already can't wait to go back -- I'll just be getting there BEFORE 5:45 next time.

This that last min dinner run or date night…read more It so mixy, vibey and energetic here; it almost feels like a slice of lower Manhattan New York. I love they have a waiting room, that doubles at a Carryout pick up and merch shop, so genius. It reminds me that Baltimore food scene is on the rise. I've been here before with my chef and the back of house crew, but I had to run it back; because I loved it Food was great, I enjoyed the queso fundido, the chihuahua queso was delight. The tacooooooos, this gotta be their bread and butter I definitely bodied it. The flan was classic, I got what I expected. Definitely high on my recommendation list, if you haven't you should go and if you have it's probably been a minute go run it back solo or w/ the homies

Fresh, authentic Mexican food! Highly recommend you try this place if you're ever in Baltimore…read more Xiomara was a fantastic server!!

This is our local go-to restraint for good food, cold beer and great service. You are treated like…read morefamily when you come here to eat. They recently did some remodeling and we love how the front window has a table there now. The food...oh my, the food. Absolutely every time the best quality and freshness. I had chicken and hubby had steak. To cook this chicken so thin, it's juicy and has the best seasoning. The rice is one of my favorite items...but you really can't go wrong with any item off the menu!

If you're looking for authentic Mexican tacos this spot delivers. I ordered a mix of birria, asada,…read moreand chorizo tacos. the chorizo was my favorite. The meat was flavorful, well seasoned, and served with onions, cilantro, radishes, and lime. The red salsa packet deserves a special mention. It had a great smoky flavor with a spicy kick that I enjoyed. The service was excellent. The staff checked on us several times and made sure we were okay. The restaurant itself feels very authentic, with Mexican snacks, desserts, and beverages available. My only suggestion would be to provide wet wipes at the tables because the tacos can get pretty messy (which is usually a good sign when it comes to great tacos!). Overall, this is easily one of the top taco spots I've visited in Baltimore. Great food, friendly service, authentic atmosphere, and reasonable prices.

Service: absolutely amazing The atmosphere was great…read moredefinitely had great music and such a welcoming atmosphere and the decorations that had resembles the Mexican culture is nice. The food was delicious! A bit pricey because it's so dang difficult to find authentic Latin restaurants around Maryland. (I'm from Los Angeles) but I would definitely return for the food it reminds me of home.

A great little spot in the heart of Fells Point. The atmosphere is intimate and laid-back, making…read moreit a nice place to grab some good food and unwind. The tacos are AMAZING! My personal favorite is the Carne Asada, which you can order either Gringo or Authentic style. The meat is well-seasoned, the flavors are on point, and the tacos have that authentic taste I always look for in good Mexican food. It's a chill spot with great tacos that consistently hit the mark. If you're in Fells Point and craving something flavorful, Papi's is definitely worth checking out

One of my favorite lunch spots in the area. Portions are large. Favorite dishes are quesadillas and…read moreenchiladas! If you are in the area you have to stop in and check it out!

Maximón was a pleasant surprise. I went for brunch expecting your typical hotel restaurant…read moreexperience, but this place is on a completely different level. The dining room is spacious, beautifully designed, and easily one of the nicest restaurants I've been to in Baltimore. I ordered the Norteño with an IPA, and both hit the spot. The food was genuinely excellent, honestly much better than I expected, and the pictures I took don't even do it justice. It did take a little while for the food to come out, but I'd rather wait for something that's made well than get a rushed meal. I'll definitely be back again.

Maximón is absolutely STUNNING. I think it's one of the prettiest restaurants I've been to in…read moreBaltimore, and walking in, I immediately assumed I was paying mostly for the atmosphere esp. since it's on the first floor of a hotel. I couldn't have been more wrong. I ordered the chilaquiles with a fresh-squeezed juice, and both were fantastic. Everything tasted fresh, flavorful, and well prepared. Food was so good that our table up ordering an extra dish! The ambiance is gorgeous, but the food absolutely lives up to it, which isn't always the case.

Mmmmmm! Good ole' comfort food in the form of tacos and home-cooked chips. We wanted some tacos…read moreand this spot was close, rated high on Yelp, and that's all we needed to know. Don't let the outside deceive you. Once you walk in you'll smell the fresh cilantro and chile. It took a bit to translate the menu, but you'll figure it out. There are plenty of options. The server helped us figure it out and we were set. I ordered the El pastor tacos, beans & rice, and tortilla chips. The tacos were theeee best! What I loved the most is that the corn tortillas didn't fall apart!!! I hate it when I go to eat a taco and it falls apart. They cooked the tortillas enough so they held up, but were still soft. Did I already say how good the tacos were?! Along with the meat is cilantro, some onions, and you can top it with some green chili sauce. Sooooo good! The pico de Gallo was some of the best I've ever had. I know what you're thinking. How could you go wrong with pico de Gallo? Yeah, I wonder the same thing, but this pico was FRESH with just the right ratio of tomato, onion, cilantro, etc. Next time I'll order two of them. The chips are restaurant-made. That was our first indicator that the food was going to be ALL that we hoped it would be. AND it was. The beans were pinto beans. Memories from home and the ultimate comfort food. The were cooked perfectly with just enough seasoning. The rice was perfectly cooked too. This is the taco spot you need to try.

The entire menu looks great, but I really wanted tacos so that's what I was going to get. I ordered…read moretakeout from the counter. Super nice service. Good music, and clean restaurant. The tacos taste amazing.

How lucky can you be on a cold day to pop in and find this place! The owner suggested an item as I…read morewas too tired to look at the menu! Don't know what I ordered but it was a roast meat with a dipping sauce. One person ordered fish, taco one pork and one ordered chicken tacos. We were all very happy. This will be a must visit every time we come to Baltimore. Thank you.

My friend brought me here for some tacos and I was so happy! I've been trying to find a yummy spot…read morefor tacos here in Baltimore since I've lived here and this is definitely a great place for some tacos! I can't wait to come back and try some more! Server was very attentive and nice as well

I was here for a rehearsal dinner the night before my friend's wedding. It was a lovely experience…read more We had an indoor/outdoor situation and the heaters helped keep it from being too chilly. The tacos were really well liked but I think the cauliflower tacos were the most loved. The private bar/tender was speedy and gave hefty pours I think.

Fantastic experience at Barcocina. Service was amazing. Server was attentive, provided suggestions…read moreand made sure everything was great throughout the meal. We started with the Salsa Roja and it was really good. The chips were also very fresh and crunchy. We had the Shrimp and Crab Omelette and the Breakfast Burrito. Both were also very tasty. Both well cooked and good portions. Also had a strawberry mojito which was well made and delicious. Stop into Barcocina. It's a great experience.

Good service good food Very Good drink Nice clean Inside very good customer service I like the…read morestreet tacos a lot carnitas azada

No-frills location in Catonsville for great happy hour specials until 6pm and a menu for…read morevegetarians and meat eaters alike. Parking lot has ample space. The exterior looks worn down and unassuming. The interior is small but was able to accommodate our party. The service was good, with both bartenders taking turns serving our table. I ordered happy hour chips and queso, and the queso felt very unfresh and can-like. They only offer one basket of chips & salsa complimentary per the menu but we were a party of 5 and received two. My happy hour app was rung up as regular price. The hard shell bean tacos I ordered had very little beans in them and only beans, no other toppings. There was lettuce, tomato, and cheese on the plate on the side, so I had to dress my own tacos. They tasted okay, not great, not bad. The $6 Monday margaritas are for the 12 oz and are made strong. It's a $1 more for a flavor and $1 more for a larger size (16 oz). The men's bathroom is small and had two urinals that are right next to the bathroom door. I will probably stick with my usual spot in Laurel, called Chido's.