giant shots , great food , wonderful service and excellent energy. Can't wait to come again

Wanted something close to our hotel (JW Marriott) that was baby friendly. It was pretty inside and moderately slow/calm so we decided to choose here. Our server was so kind and even attentive to my slightly fussy baby (he mentioned he had kids, so he understands). Our drinks were amazing! We did get a margarita flight but the Tamarindo Margarita I ordered prior was my absolute favorite (not in the flight). For our appetizer we got the Pork Belly Bites which were pretty good. I usually don't like fatty portions on meat but the sauce sent it over the edge for me! My entree is what almost lost a star for me... I ordered one of the chef specials: Tacos de Hongo and my mom got Chicken Tinga tacos. In short, I was expecting soooo much flavor from the entree but disappointment met my tastebuds. The Chicken Tinga tacos however were fire! The desserts made up for the letdown tenfold. We got Butter Cake and Tres Leches. Both were equally delectable! read more

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I would give them five stars but when I looked up parking validation, the internet was misleading saying that they would validate parking and it turns out it's only certain days and lunchtime hours. We came there for the Grammy Museum event and specifically chose Sol Agave because of the great reviews and parking validation. We ended up paying $44.00 for parking instead of what we thought would be $15.00! That aside...the food was fantastic. Everything was fresh, flavorful and delicious. The fish tacos were on point. The classic marguerita was generous and strong. The accompanying rice and beans were delicate and chef quality. Attentive staff though I did feel like he wanted us to buy more than we did even though our bill was $84.00 for two people. read more

Mixed feelings about this place. The food tastes okay, however the service needs more attn. Our server was doing his best, but you can tell he was running on fumes since it was short staffed. It wasnt his fault. Food took almost 30-35 min to come... and it was incomplete. Waited around and still nothing. We eventually cancelled half the sides since it took too long. And when the bill came they didn't even remove the food we never got. I could tell our server was trying but his manager seemed not pleased with our needs of just getting our food and enjoying the moment. Till we mentioned to remove or give a discount for something we never received. Then it was knocked off. Horrible management at this place. Till that gets fixed, stay away. read more

Wow, this place is gorgeous. Lots of concrete and lights. The food, loved the chips salasa and beans that came out. After eating all the chips I got the shrimp taquitos and they were fabulous. Parking is not great at this location in DTLA. Sitting outside is an option but not a great one with cars feet from the table. Service was wonderful and every one made sure to check on us. read more

Sol Agave - Margarita - New Mexican Cuisine Near Me - Los Angeles, California

Staff was friendly .. They give you chips with beans and salsa (beans are delicious ) Ordered the shrimp plate à la diabla. Delicious ! Only complaint is that they only give you 5 shrimp. Also the sol agave bowl with steak .. the bowl had too much sauce , taste was ok. Also ordered the cucumber / cilantro margarita 10/10 read more

Sol Agave - Camarones a la diabla - New Mexican Cuisine Near Me - Los Angeles, California

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Being right in the heart of LA, I expected this place to have a bit of a touristy feel, and it definitely does. It feels like a chain restaurant. The food was solid. Nothing really blew me away, but I enjoyed everything I had. The biggest downside was the service. Even with a reservation, we still waited about 15 minutes to be seated. After that, it took another 10 minutes before anyone came by to take our drink order, and then another 15 minutes for the drinks to arrive. Our food came about 20 minutes after we ordered, so it was right around 50 minutes from our reservation time until we actually had mains on the table. We weren't in a huge rush, but we did need to be in and out in about an 1:20. We ended up having to eat a little faster than we wanted and asked for the check as soon as our food came out. Overall, it's not a bad spot by any means. If you're already in the area, it's worth checking out, but I'm not sure I'd make a point to come back. read more

Sol Agave - Our Our "Famous" Carnitas - New Mexican Cuisine Near Me - Los Angeles, California

When you arrive to wait get seated. Once we got seated took over 15-20 minutes to even get us water. Slow service very disappointing since it was not busy place. Food very tasty i really enjoyed it. As drinks goes they okay, I really wasn't able taste margaritas flavors. As food price reasonable, but the drinks expensive even during happy hour. They told us margarita flight be discounted if we got them at bar area, but at the end still were expensive The place super nice I really liked it has a friendly vibe I just wish they play music playing. read more

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The thing is is I actually have nothing to say waited for ten mins to be seated on a Friday afternoon ! There were about four patrons two at the bar and two to the side ! No host no one at bar when I walked to seat myself so walked down the way to yardhouse read more

Sol Agave - Entrance - New Mexican Cuisine Near Me - Los Angeles, California

Our party of eight had a reservation for a weekday lunch at 11:30. I got the Mar y Tierra and frozen coco (non alcoholic version). The portion is huge but the food is nothing too too special. Mar y Tierra was good - the shrimps are huge and the enchiladas fillings are very solid (steak and cheese). The frozen coco (the mocktail version) is pretty good too - you get the creaminess from the coconut slush. Currently, they validate parking - double check the LA Live website! read more

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The cucumber margarita was so delicious! Staff was so friendly. Ceviche was very spicy but good. Cute on the inside. Would definitely come back again. read more

Sol Agave - Margarita Flight - New Mexican Cuisine Near Me - Los Angeles, California

Enjoyed date night dinner at Sol Agave after a movie at Regal LA Live. Edwin was our server and he was fantastic. The service was perfect. The chef proudly brought out our entrees after we had chips with salsa, chorizo bean dip and guac. We had tacos Del Mar and shrimp enchiladas. The fish tacos were healthy and light and the enchiladas were super flavorful. For me the highlight was the cilantro cucumber margarita recommended by Edwin! Also loved the music that was playing during dinner. It really set the mood! Our fave dinner spot at LA Live! read more

Sol Agave - Chips and good spicy salsa - New Mexican Cuisine Near Me - Los Angeles, California

The complimentary chips and dip are incredibly tasty. I ordered tacos de hongo and although really delicious, the meat had many chunks of fat that made it more difficult to eat. It's nice that you get to order a mix of flour and corn tortilla with the meal. The servers are lovely. We went for happy hour and it's a relaxed ambiance while still being a little elevated if you wanted to go somewhere nice. read more

Sol Agave - Tacos De Hongo - New Mexican Cuisine Near Me - Los Angeles, California

It was a Saturday evening... We were about to go to a concert at the Crypto Arena... And Dinner & Drinks were TOP of Mind. So as we were walking from our Hotel towards L.A. Live.... Something. Caught. My. Eye. The Something: SOL-AGAVE taste mexico! My wife and I looked at each other, did the nod of approval and both said, "sounds good to me." Yeah when it comes to Mexican, I'm down for tacos ANY DAY of the week and you know I'm a sucker for a good margarita. Being that it was a Saturday evening in DTLA and it was a concert night at Crypto, you know the surrounding area was packed, but we took a chance and I'm so glad we did! We waked in, said we were a party of two and despite being very busy, we're offered a table right away at one of their bar table tops. Yasssss!!! Hey, closer to the Bartender.... Let's Goooo!!! As we were in a bit of a time crunch: Not only did we have a concert to get to (don't worry, it was only a minute, two tops on foot from Sol Agave) but more importantly, we wanted to get in the Merch lines to get our Sleep Token Swag. So we wasted no time at looking at the menu, so we could decide on our drinks and food so we were ready to order once our server came by. Tacos & a Marg for me Taquitos Al Gusto & a Marg for the Mrs. And we were Happy Campers!!! We weren't super hungry as we had a late lunch, and we knew if we wanted something later, we could get something at the concert, so we ordered everything off of the Botana's section of the menu (appetizers), but the next time I come here.... I am DEFINITELY going BIG and NOT HOME and I'm gonna order from the Big Kid Menu!! (Aka the Chef's Specials section). Service was good. Food was tasty. And the drinks helped the buzz keep goin'. So the next time you have a concert or a Basketball/Hockey Game at the Crypto Arena... Come have yourself a Taste of Mexico at Sol Agave! read more

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Stopped by before Laker game, it's a 2-3 minute walk from the crypto entrance. Spent about 45 minutes here so it was perfect. Ambiance is great, it's a very nice upscale spot. Service was attentive and nice. Ordered: calamari, butter cake, shrimp taquitos, steak dish, + coffee cocktail which is flamed tableside. Don't remember the total but it was $158 after tip. Overall, it was a good experience and very enjoyable before a game. Not sure if they do anything for birthdays, since I noted it on our reservation but it was a good time regardless. read more

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My husband and I stumbled upon this restaurant on the way to the metro and wanted to stop by for a late lunch and drinks. I am so glad we did! The venue was very cute and our server was attentive. They have Happy Hour everyday from 2-5 PM. read more

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They served me frozen butter cake, when when I called to let them know about it, I had them hang up on me 10 times as soon as it sounded like I wanted food, when someone finally answered the phone long enough to hear my problem, he said "I'm sorry to hear that, you should go online and leave a review about it". I was a bit shocked at the response. I didn't call them to leave a bad review; I just wanted to swap it out for a warm butter cake. I then asked him if he can just replace the butter cake, he said it's late and they are almost closing, this was 40 mins before closing and half their tables had customers still. As a last ditch effort, I said okay can I have a refund then? And he said no because you took the butter cake. I'm like... it's a to go order, of course I took it... and he hung up, and he kept hanging up on me over and over, he accidentally answered the phone one time and I overheard him telling the staff "don't answer the phone when he calls; he just wants a F** butter cake, I want to go home, just don't answer the phone and if we don't get more orders we can leave early. I am in shock over the whole experience, I feel like employees like this will definitely cause your business to close down. If anyone in management is reading this, record your phone calls. Your business hangs in the balance on the quality of people you choose to hire. read more

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The pork belly bites were pretty solid, some of y'all may recognize this as Chicharron. Gotta say their chips and salsa are legit especially the little side of beans with chorizo in it. I could've just filled up on those two items. We had the Tierra y Mar - and though it sounded very intriguing, I have to say that sherry wine made it a bit too sweet. It probably didn't help that the second dish we shared was the camerones à la diabla. If I were in LA native, I could see this being a cool spot before a Lakers game, but not necessarily a must visit spot if you're just here to experience LA. read more

Sol Agave - New Mexican Cuisine Near Me - Los Angeles, California

If you're heading into L.A. Live for a game or event, Sol Agave has kind of become one of those "default starting line" spots for me... and honestly, it's been a bit of a rollercoaster relationship over the years. First off, the space itself is legit. Big, open, modern Mexican vibe with high ceilings, warm lighting, and a mix of rustic wood + polished finishes. There's a long bar that feels like it's always ready for pre-game action, TVs scattered throughout (CLUTCH for keeping an eye on sports), and some nice design touches, think agave-themed accents, textured walls, and a slightly upscale lounge feel without being stuffy. It looks like a place where you want to post up, grab a marg, and ease into the night. Now... here's where things got a little sideways. We rolled in at 5:30 before a Los Angeles Kings game, and were told we couldn't sit until our full party arrived. Mind you... the place was maybe half full at best. That's a tough one. You're basically telling a ready-to-spend group they can't order drinks yet. That's an easy extra round (or two) left on the table. #ANNOYING That said... once we got past the front door situation, the night rebounded nicely. Shoutout to server, 'Zagid C' and the rest of the staff, they were on point. Attentive, friendly, and kept things moving, which is key when you've got a game clock looming. Big difference-maker. They even brought out a fun little birthday firework moment at the table, nice touch. Happy B-Day, Dan. Food-wise, it delivered. My wife is OBSESSED with the warm beans that come with the complimentary chips, like, borderline fighting-over-the-last-scoop status. YUM. I'm a creature of habit here and went with the 4-street taco combo (steak, chicken, carnitas, shrimp). Solid across the board, good flavor, hits the spot every time. Big portion of food. And yes... I absolutely appreciate the TVs. There's something comforting about being able to track pre-game coverage while you're knocking back tacos and a cocktail. Priorities. Net-net: Sol Agave worked its way back into my good graces on this visit. Strong service, good food, great pre-event energy. But that "entire party must be present" seating rule? BOOOOOOOOO. read more

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This review has been long overdue. I came here for Super Bowl Sunday this year. That's how long ago it was. But my experience was amazing and I had to leave a review for it. Surprising the place was not crowded. The food was amazing. Steak tacos. shrimp tacos and my first time having a flight of drinks. The restaurant had the game playing all over the restaurant and even turned up the music when kendrick came out the halftime show. I will be back. Great service great drinks and great food read more

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Right next to LA Live and JW Marriott. Service was lackluster but the carnitas were tasty! I liked that the beans and rice were served on the side so there was plenty of space on the plate. I was sad they don't serve horchata. read more

Sol Agave - Our "Famous" Carnitas - New Mexican Cuisine Near Me - Los Angeles, California

Decided to try this place before heading to the Lakers game. Make sure to book a reservation as it was clearly busy during peak eating hours. The restaurant had a nice energy, definitely Vera Cruz vibes. Service was a bit slow throughout, I know they were busy but we felt a bit ignored and not rounded on. I'm not one to wanna be checked on every second but we definitely could've been checked on more as we were constantly flagging people for assistance. The food was pretty good with the entire meal being having great items and okay items. We personally felt the ceviche and pork belly bites were really good while the pulpo and guacamole was okay. Our drinks had the same feel where the grilled Pima was too but the tamarindo margarita was meh. We actually never got asked if we wanted another drink. All in all it was an okay experience, not terrible not nothing memorable. read more

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A cute Mexican restaurant at LA Live with excellent cocktails and ceviche! It's a bit overpriced on many things but the bar is top notch. We ordered just appetizer portions and drinks and our bill was $150. The ceviche mixto to was great, fresh, a hint of spice, and plenty of seafood. The octopus was on the smaller side but cooked well and not chewy at all. We also got the pork belly bites which had plenty of crisp and lots of yum! The margaritas are so good, especially after an LA Kings victory! Service is good, no one is going out of their way here and they left us alone after we got our food so we ended up not ordering another round because they took too long. read more

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I was staying at a hotel in the area on a recent trip to LA and was craving Mexican food. I walked past this place and had to check Yelp to see what people were saying about it and I was immediately intrigued by the tantalizing photos and positive reviews. Upon arrival, we were greeted with a smile and shown to a table inside. It did take a while for the server to come by to take our order, but after that, the service was really great. I ordered the cucumber cilantro margarita and I think it might just be the best margarita I've ever had. I loved the flavour combo - it was so light and refreshing, especially on such a hot day. We weren't too hungry so we had the tacos and the ceviche - both were fantastic and quite filling. I wish I'd been able to try more items on the menu, though. The ceviche was one of the best I've tried, although 1-2 more tortillas would've been perfect. The tacos were filled nicely and I loved that you get to try four different kinds in one order. It was tough to choose which one I liked most as they all tasted great. I also liked that it comes with a couple of sauces but would have preferred if they were separated instead of being in the same container. It wasn't too busy so the noise level was fine for carrying on a conversation. I bet it gets pretty lively when there are events happening at the Crypto arena down the street. Bottom line: if you like Mexican food, give this place a try. Highly recommended. read more

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Food was good, but not a ton of gluten free or vegetarian options. Service was so-so. Convenient spot to grab dinner before a show at Crypto. read more

Sol Agave - Our "Famous" Carnitas - New Mexican Cuisine Near Me - Los Angeles, California

Our sever Princese Elizabeth was so friendly! Very knowledgeable for noth drink and food reccomendations and nothing was too kich trouble. The whole atmosphere was so relaxed and friendly, the food was so good and all the team were accommodating and made us feel at home! read more

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Move excellent service, food and ambiance. My friends and I had a party of 10 and everything was smooth.

Was craving Ceviche , & it didn't disappoint! Ordered : Shrimp Ceviche & it's 10/10 Guacamole : 4/10 very mid Sugarcane filet : 8/10 (10 if cooked medium like I ordered) Butter cake: 10/10 The sugar cane filet app that has a wonderful taste. The only issues we had was we ordered medium and it was a lil under cooked. Then they remade it for us and was lil too done. But the taste was delicious! Wish it was cooked perfect medium. But service was great, they was nice & would definitely come back ! read more

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I'm tempted to move to California permanently just to eat here again. Even the free chips they serve are different and interesting, going with a quite spicy salsa (for a Nee Englander) and refried beans. They kindly warned about the pork in the beans (not an issue for me but I know it would be for some so appreciated the notice). The margarita flight packed a punch and a great variety of flavors. Hard to pick a favorite though the tamarind and cucumber offerings were a nice balance to a spicy meal. The mole, would eat the sauce with a spoon. Lovely chocolate flavor with a hint of complex spices. Portion size enough for two meals. Even the rice was moist and flavorful, not dry. Sat myself at the bar and service was friendly if a little slow, there is a Lakers game in the area today so it is busy. read more

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My second time at Sol Agave was for lunch with a co-worker. We walked in and had the place to ourselves. There were a Few parties sitting outside enjoying the sun. I ordered the hard tinga tacos which comes with black beans and rice. I was a lil disappointed that the tinga was dry. My co worker ordered enchiladas. We also shared the ceviche plate - that was my favorite! There are tvs all around the venue. Open windows good lighting and it's a big space. Perfect for big parties and to watch any games. Our server was friendly. Didn't catch his name but he took care of us. I think we paid a little over $100 for the two of us.. not bad I guess. You do get big portions. read more

Our group was able to get last minute reservations here on a Friday night! The ambience is modern and airy. Comfortable booths and tables. The service was super friendly. Food was delicious! We all enjoyed what we ordered, and portions are decent for the price. It feels like a hidden gem, and we would definitely return. read more

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Food and music are great here. There are TV's and a bar for those who want to drink and watch the games and there is a great dining area for those mostly focused on their company. I've had many business lunches, happy hours, and dinners here. I've also come to pre-game before the movie, and I've enjoyed it every time. Going to post a pic of the Grilled Pina Margarita, which is one of the best tequila-based drinks I can remember having. David at the bar made it and he's the shit. read more

Sol Agave - New Mexican Cuisine Near Me - Los Angeles, California

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The food was great -- I'll give you that. But the service? Absolutely horrible, and I left feeling beyond disappointed. My lovely friends took me out for a birthday dinner here because they'd raved about the food, and I had never been. Safe to say, the experience was not what any of us expected. The ambiance was fine, though for dinner service, the lights absolutely should have been dimmed -- a basic touch they clearly overlooked. Now, onto the real issue: the service, or rather, the blatant discrimination and judgment that my dear friend endured before I even arrived. She got there first because I was running late, and what she experienced from two waiters was completely unacceptable and frankly, unbelievable. First, there was an issue with the beer. She specifically asked for it in a bottle -- not from the tap -- because it tastes different. Instead, they brought it from the tap anyway, only to then inform her they don't even carry it in bottles. That interaction alone was handled poorly and dismissively. Then she asked for a Remy cocktail, and instead of simply saying whether they had it or not, they sent out Armando, the manager. He claimed they didn't carry Remy at all. Fast forward -- I arrive with another friend, and surprise, the issues with the drinks continue. My friend still wanted a Remy with pineapple. So the friend who came in with me asked for the same thing. And now, suddenly -- miraculously -- they carry Remy? And not only that, but they actually had the audacity to say, "It's the most expensive bottle, and it's not opened." Excuse me? No one asked about the price. No one questioned what it cost. This was a birthday celebration, not a negotiation. The insinuation was insulting. It was condescending, belittling, and absolutely out of line. The fact that staff were swapped out after the initial beer issue only for the next server to continue with the same discriminatory tone is beyond baffling. It's clear this wasn't a one-off -- this is a pattern, and it's disgusting. So yes -- the food was good. But that's nowhere near enough to make up for the disrespect and poor treatment we experienced. I strongly recommend your team -- especially the Manager Armando -- undergo serious training in customer service and anti-discrimination. Because no guest should ever feel the way we did. read more

Sol Agave - Pulpo Alas Brasas - New Mexican Cuisine Near Me - Los Angeles, California

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I usually prefer mom and pops for Mexican food but it was for a birthday celebration, so of course I had to attend :). To my surprise the food was really pretty good. Elevated, but still had the original flavors and textures you learn to love about Mexican food. Everything from the chips, bean dip, carnitas and chile Colorado (two of the many dishes on the table I tried) were all really delicious. The salsa is where they fall short in my opinion. That's what makes the food for me and theirs was timid, probably for the avg American palette :). Even the habanero which cost extra was mid at best. Service was very friendly, but maybe a bit overwhelmed with our large group and Saturday crowd. Not bad by any means, but missed a few things here and there. Still really good experience and one of the few elevated Mexican restaurants I'd re-visit. read more

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The place's decor looked a bit more casual than I expected but the food was the best in the Mexican category that I've tasted in LA since moving here in August. The margarita flight had actual fruit garnish (which goes a long way with me). The octopus was perfectly cooked. Even the chips tasted great, with or without the accompanied dips. I'll be back for sure. read more

Sol Agave - Octopus - New Mexican Cuisine Near Me - Los Angeles, California

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I truly hate having to write this review, but this experience was beyond disappointing and honestly upsetting. I would never recommend this place to anyone. Yes, the restaurant looks nice and the ambiance is pleasant but that's the only good thing I can say. Everything else felt like a complete letdown. I arrived at 12:00 PM with six coworkers and wasn't seated until 30 minutes later. I had to be back at work by 3:00 PM, and I genuinely thought that would be more than enough time. I was wrong. Once we were finally seated, we waited another 30 minutes just to order drinks and receive water. After that, it took 20 more minutes for my soda to arrive. Finding out that our waiter was also the bartender made everything start to make sense but that doesn't make it okay. Because I was running out of time, I asked if my food could be made to go. I was told yes. I waited another 30 minutes, hoping it would come out soon. It never did. All that came out were some basic appetizers, and by then I felt completely defeated. By 2:45 PM, my food still hadn't arrived. I had no choice but to leave hungry and frustrated. The restaurant wasn't even busy, with plenty of empty tables, which made the situation feel even more unfair and careless. I ended up getting a migraine from not eating and having low blood sugar. I had to stop somewhere else to buy food before returning to work and take a Tylenol just to function. On top of that, parking at L.A. Live is expensive, so I literally paid to sit there and be ignored. If you want to spend over three hours waiting, leave hungry, and feel completely disregarded while being overcharged for small portions of subpar, gentrified enchiladas, then this is your place. I left feeling angry, disappointed, and honestly disrespected. 0/10. read more

Sol Agave - Outside - New Mexican Cuisine Near Me - Los Angeles, California

Stopped by before a concert and the food was great! Complimentary chips and salsa were so good and the shrimp taquitos were nice and toasty! My favorite dish was the ceviche mixto. The lemon-y juice was so tasty and the fish itself was so fresh! Loved the purple onions and the hint of spice. Good service and upscale casual ambiance. read more

Sol Agave - Calamari Frito + Shrimp Taquitos - New Mexican Cuisine Near Me - Los Angeles, California

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Visited Sol Agave for the first time The vibe is perfect for a birthday dinner, date night, or just treating yourself. We started with the mixed ceviche, and it was so fresh super flavorful. We tried the margarita flight 10/10 we had camarones al gusto -- seasoned perfectly. Everything was plated beautifully and full of flavor. The service was good as well , and the whole place had such a warm, festive energy. Would absolutely go back -- and get the ceviche and cucumber marg again without question. read more

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the interior of the restaurant is very nice and clean there's a fun vibe inside. The customer service is great. I was looking forward to the food bc it was busy inside. The shrimp taquitos were just okay. The fried calamari was very soggy and super hard to eat. the margaritas though were top tier, I think the drinks were the best part of our meal. They do offer free chips/ salsa and bean dip with is a plus. I will say the tortilla chips were just extremely salty. The salsa and bean dip were good though read more

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Great happy hour (alternative to Yardhouse's on event day). Beautiful roomy restaurant and bar with TVs. Enter right from the street! Friendly service, big portions, and delicious food (love the warm homemade chips) and drinks! read more

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