I was looking for a quick lunch spot on my way out of the valley to golf in Gold Canyon and saw this place on Yelp with the great reviews. Authentic Mexican food sounded perfect and I knew good things were in store when I arrived at 11:30am on a Friday and all of inside and outside tables were full. The inside is quaint but has quite a few tables. They also have tables out front in the shade (to call it patio seating may be a stretch, just simple tables and chairs on the exterior of the entrance). You order your food at the counter and I didn't study the menu ahead of time but the ladies taking my order were patient with me. I ordered a shredded beef taco and a cheese enchilada with rice and beans. Nothing fancy for my first time as it's hard to golf on a full stomach! I found the only open table and then hit up the salsa bar. They have 4 or 5 different salsas/hot sauces and a few other goodies. I got a small cup of each sauce and all of them were quite good. My food was colorful, flavorful and just the right away to give me some energy without being lethargic. I could go on about a few other nice things but it seems most of East Mesa already knows about this place given the high scores on Yelp from a lot of reviewers. Nothing to prevent me from giving a 5* review at this time. I look forward to trying some more dishes in the future. read more

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It's a fast food Mexican place so there is hardly any wait.. you seat yourself.. it was our first time. My husband and I ordered the same thing. Carne asada burrito which came with chipotle cream sauce, carne Asada, and pico. Also beans and we asked for no rice. We both had rice on the side with beans. The burrito was nice and big. The rice was really good. And the beans were mediocre. The burrito was good, except the only bad thing I would say it was a little too greasy, and when you bit into it, all the greasy juice came out. I'm not sure if we would go back maybe, to try something different. read more

Sol Azteca Mexican Kitchen - Our picture of our food. And all the little salsa they had to offer. - Mexican Near Me - Mesa, Arizona

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Very good chips and all salsa dips were a hit! We did a stake out and were left so satisfied. Went into a food coma. The service was great. Even had extras in the bag read more

Awesome spot. Awesome flavor Awesome staff Supper clean spot. Great quality and price. This is The best repeat I've been too read more

12/12/25 Parking 2/5 Holy Cow get me a tow truck Becky the lot is always packed! Atmosphere 4/5 Small inside dining area tightly arranged. Nothing fancy but comfortable. It totters between a fast food restaurant and full authentic Mexican food cusine. Service 5/5 Order Counter with table delivery. Susana assisted with our order and was friendly. Food 5/5 The food is the business and their authentic recipes are the real deal. Amazing everything! Far better than any fast food Mexican restaurant and rivals many Mexican big name eateries. Their salsa varieties are nice and I was pleasantly surprised at the fire coming from their Habanero sauce. Great flavor and perfect paring with their Carne Asada. It also works nicely as Habanero shooters . Dare you! We enjoyed a beans and rice dish and their Carne Asada burrito; both great flavor and offered another to go. We also ordered flan to share for dessert. Delicious, rich and perfect texture. Amazing for a quick meal Resturant. From Taco's to sizzling Fajitas Aztecs has it covered authentically! Get your flavor on my Friends-SYOY! read more

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Ordered Tinga enchiladas, carne fajita burrito, and chips and salsa but received grilled chicken enchiladas. Salsa was very very watery so it was hard to pick up a lot with the chips and enchilada sauce was slightly sweet, rice and beans were decent. The chips were good, thin and crispy and the burrito my husband ordered was pretty decent with a good grill taste. I would personally not order here again and will stick to other Mexican restaurants read more

Food is flavorful and is more authentic Mexican food than most of chain restaurants. Service is good and the restaurant is always spotless.

Found this place through Yelp at 4.8 stars and it was definitely worth it. Not much ambience, just great food. Well worth the trip and definitely will come back here again. Carnitas were moist, but crispy shredded beef taco was pretty good. They also had chicken Tinga, which is fairly rare and that was also pretty good. The chips were light thin and weren't very great, but when you consider everything else, who cares? read more

Sol Azteca Mexican Kitchen - Carnitas, Shredded Beef and Tinga street tacos - Mexican Near Me - Mesa, Arizona

Have ordered from here a couple times truly delicious!! Nice to have a non-chain spot in the East Mesa area. I wish I had pics but each time we dug into the food too fast. Really enjoyed the street tacos, enchiladas and the horchata. Excited to continue to try more menu items, definitely give them a try if you're on the fence. read more

Fantastic good! Always enjoy eating here. Staff is always kind. Restaurant is always clean as well! read more

Sol Azteca Mexican Kitchen - Great food! Awesome hardworking staff. Always clean and quick service. - Mexican Near Me - Mesa, Arizona

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This is a small establishment, but the authentic Mexican food more than makes up for the limited seating. Everything we've had has been delicious, and the quality keeps us coming back. For living so close, we really don't come here often enough! read more

If you are in the mood for some good flavor and authentic Mexican...visit Sol Azteca. Food was really good. I got a chili relleno, cheese enchilada, double beans and added a fried egg on top. I also got Christmas sauce (red and green). I got the Lunch special and it around 14 dollars. Service was really good. Only gripe was the beverages machines, all the drinks were watered down and the horchata was thick and super sweet. Had to toss it. Otherwise, food is on point. read more

Sol Azteca Mexican Kitchen - CHILES RELLENOS, cheese enchilada, double beans and a fried egg - Mexican Near Me - Mesa, Arizona

Great authentic Mexican food. Order at the counter kind of place. Friendly efficient service.

My wife and I came - was on our list of places to try. I'd say "we will be back", but we've already been twice this week! Loves it! Not a huge place - I can see how it can get busy. Order at the counter, and they'll bring out to you. I saw a lot of things I want to try, but started with the nachos, pictured. Also had the asada fajitas the next day. Their meat is near perfect. Nice cuts, tender and not dry at all. Definitely a fan. Enjoyed both the nachos and the fajitas. Good serving sizes. Also, loved the staff! They were super friendly and welcoming. They offered to take my empty plate as I was about to. They also bud farewell to guests as they left. Felt like a really warm family place. Well lit, fun decor, clean. Very enjoyable - will be back! read more

Sol Azteca Mexican Kitchen - Asada Nachos - delicious! - Mexican Near Me - Mesa, Arizona

My regular go-to in this area was closed so I found this well-rated spot and despite it being around 2 pm on a weekday it was quite busy. Always a good sign! It's a counter-serve spot but plenty of tables inside and out and a pretty extensive menu. I got tacos and randomly ordered a tamale to go for later to try it. I think they wanted the tamale fresh as they didn't seem to start making it until I was done with my food. I ended up regretting ordering it as I just wanted to be on my way post-tacos but was waiting around for this impulse tamale. I enjoyed the carne asada street tacos for the most part but found the corn tortillas on the thick side. It looked like most people had burritos around so I would try those next. Salsa bar had really good salsas! The tamale was fine but I found the red sauce on it pretty heavy and sweet. Not for me but just a matter of preference. Staff was nice and restaurant seemed very clean. read more

Sol Azteca Mexican Kitchen - Carne asada street tacos. Salsas were great! - Mexican Near Me - Mesa, Arizona

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Four of us went to this establishment and it was the first time for me and one friend. We were greeted cheerfully before we came through the doors. We ordered at the counter, picked our sauces at the condiment counter, and sat down. Our food arrived very quickly and was steaming hot. Everyone enjoyed their plates and most of us had to take some home - generous portions. This establishment appears to look like a fast food restaurant but it makes up in service, quality of food, and attentiveness of staff. read more

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So, my wife and I were just in the area and were craving tacos. This place is freaking amazing y'all. I got the Molcajete and it was literally the best one I've had. I couldn't believe the price of it for what I got. I'm on a GLP1 shot so I couldn't finish the whole thing but you know my fat a$$ took it home and had it for supper and for fourth meal too. This is a hidden gem. I highly recommend this place. read more

Sol Azteca Mexican Kitchen - Molcajete - Mexican Near Me - Mesa, Arizona

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Tacos were delicious. Had an Al Pastor taco. Tortillas are made in house. Can be busy and has a few tables. Worth the wait.

My mom and I came here for dinner. Glad we did! I got the crummy taco plate which came with rice and beans. I asked for both chicken and beef tacos. Both were great- seasoned very well and was indeed crispy. We also got the horchata. Delicious-not too sweet just right. Near the end we found bits and pieces of apple and coconut. Yum! Definitely recommend coming here for anything in the menu. My mom got the enchilada and she enjoyed hers as well. read more

Sol Azteca Mexican Kitchen - Crunchy Tacos Plate - Mexican Near Me - Mesa, Arizona

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Wow! Hole-in-the-wall yumminess!! The Horchata was the best I've ever had. It was unique with pieces of apple and coconut. Tasted like liquid Cinnabon! For my meal I had the Talapia and shrimp with a creamy/cheesy mushroom sauce. And were those homemade corn tortillas?! Yumm! My husband had the Nachos with steak (I stole a little piece) Soo good! It was busy but we got a seat right away. Would love to come back soon. read more

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I love this place. Recently got their green chili pork sopas. OMG. Just amazing. I've never been disappointed in anything I've ordered. Just wish they had pickled sliced red onions. read more

Sol is a phenomenal with great food and a great atmosphere. What really sets this apart from some of the other places is their chips and queso and the Arizona burrito. Really high quality stuff. I also love their fish taco, delicious. Really make my nipples hard. Can't wait to see what they do next! Great service too. read more

Sol Azteca Mexican Kitchen - Fish taco - Mexican Near Me - Mesa, Arizona

We live not far from here and finally decided to give Sol Azteca a try. Very glad to find a quick taco (my favorite) place close to home! Service was friendly and prices fair. It's a small place and many people did pick up but we found a table and ate inside (there is limited seating outside too. Looking forward to other visits and trying different things. Solid A! read more

Sol Azteca Mexican Kitchen - Salsa & Chips - Mexican Near Me - Mesa, Arizona

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We visited in the early afternoon. There was a steady flow of customers, both eat-in and take-out. We were greated at the counter by friendly staff members. We had the classic burrito (carnitas) and the seafood burrito (tilapia). Both were quite flavorful, with a great combination of ingredients. The refried beans on the "plate" were rather bland. read more

Sol Azteca Mexican Kitchen - Classic Burrito. - Mexican Near Me - Mesa, Arizona

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We came in today for Street Tacos. I really enjoy this little Mexican restaurant over in the Albertsons Center. Place is always clean and always has someone that comes out to clean tables as customers leave which is nice because, it really sucks when you have to come into a place and you have to clean your table. I enjoy the Street Tacos, but there is so mych to order. My wife enjoyed her tostada and steak taco and yes, we will come back soon. read more

Updating my review since it's been a few years and I've been back many times since the last one. The horchata is still a favorite and they've made some changes to the menu, including making the digital version MUCH more legible (I've got "old man eyes," but the font and color scheme now is significantly easier to read than it was before) The Mole Poblano is consistently fantastic and service was fast and friendly. While it is never really crowded when we've been there, it does seem to keep busy, including a good amount of take-out business. The salsas at the bar are flavorful and offer a good variety of tastes and spice levels. read more

Sol Azteca Mexican Kitchen - Horchata... with strawberries and apples - Mexican Near Me - Mesa, Arizona

I found this gem thanks to Yelp. Hubby and I finally checked it out tonight for dinner. We walked in, two chicks were in front of us ordering and no other customers. It was an early time for dinner. Maybe 5pm. We looked over the menu and decided on these two meals. After ordering we went the immaculately clean salsa bar and geared up. Our food was brought out us. Decent time. No too long of a wait and not so short you questioned if they cooked your food to order. They definitely do. By now this place is getting busy! The patrons won't stop coming in. I said to my husband "thank goodness we got here when we did" it's small so tables are limited. The food. Oh the food. It was sooooo good! The shrimps were cooked perfectly and seasoned perfectly on both dishes. The sauce on the mushrooms seafood platter my hubby got was great! I don't like mushrooms but the sauce was excellent and he loved the fish so much. He literally cleaned the plate, lol. My salad, the lettuce was so fresh, the corn, beans and fresh cheese were really good too. The dressing was great! Salsas are really good and tasty too. I love they tell you what's hot and what's not. We will be back. The service was excellent, the food was excellent , the restaurant was excellent z it was all excellent. Thank you! read more

Sol Azteca Mexican Kitchen - CREAMY MUSHROOM PLATE - Mexican Near Me - Mesa, Arizona

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Absolutely so fresh, delicious and authentic. Not to mention a great deal and the employees are so friendly. Found my new spot :)

Bets Mexican food we've had since moving to Phoenix! We are located in Chandler and love Senior Taco right down the street , but these burritos and salsa were off the chart. read more

I have been coming here for a few years now, the quality never changes it's always fresh and amazing. They have a salsa bar with great options and it's always stocked. The staff is kind and helpful, would definitely recommend for a relaxed date night. read more

Sol Azteca Mexican Kitchen - Shredded beef hard shell taco plate and street taco plate - Mexican Near Me - Mesa, Arizona

The food is true Mexican. Quantities are quite large. The restaurant seating is minimal, but there is outside options. The staff was seriously friendly, upbeat and eager to serve. It's clean, cheerful, and good price points for menu options. read more

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Absolutely amazing wet green chili burrito!!! Random stop for lunch after visiting the gem store in Apache Junction.

These strip mall Mexican joints are taking over the culinary world. And for good reason. For 25 or 30 bucks two can eat at Sol Azteca and enjoy amazing service, fabulous food and the feeling that you are fighting the tidal wave of the bland chain restaurants tooth and nail. Everything on the menu is amazing. Try it. read more

OMG This food was amazing and probably become our new favorite Mexican restaurant. Quick, fast and very friendly service. The staff is so polite and friendly. read more

This is a popular spot - very busy when we visited on a Saturday afternoon, but the service was friendly and fast, and the food was fresh and delicious. There is inside and outside dining, and we chose to sit outside which was just perfect on a sunny spring day in the desert. A bit of a drive for me, but I don't care - I'll be back. read more

Sol Azteca Mexican Kitchen - Chicken Tinga Chimichanga lunch portion - Mexican Near Me - Mesa, Arizona

Great food, service, and value for the money. Not a lot of seating but quick service and very clean.

Years later I still absolutely love this place and still order the same things! But I will say there pumpkin spice horchata was not that great this last season. read more

WOW WOW WOW! Delicious shrimp tacos. Super friendly staff and a fresh salsa bar.. what else can you ask for read more

Sol Azteca Mexican Kitchen - Shrimp salad and a fish taco. - Mexican Near Me - Mesa, Arizona

My mom showed me this place and our family went for my Dad's bday and I had the rolled taquitos and an horchata and we all shared desserts. The food is very authentic and the workers are so sweet! Highly recommend read more

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On our way back home after a club tournament day and we were starving. This was the only seemingly decent non fast food restaurant in the area....what a diamond in the rough! I had their lunch plate with a beef enchilada and stuffed chili. My husband tried the tacos. The interior could use a little updating on decor, but don't let that deter you. Huge portions, very tasty, salsa bar, and quick service. Definitely try this spot! read more