My friend and I came here on a Saturday night after visiting UMBC and I think this location was 12 (or less) minutes from campus. First things first, this place had its own designated parking which I appreciated. Soluna specifically is located within a shopping center with other food and drinks options (liquor store next door) surrounding. We entered the restaurant, told them we wanted our table for 2 and was taken directly to our table. We were greeted by our server who gave us water, chips, dip & menus for the evening. I might've had the most delicious margarita of my LIFE from here; a ginger margarita. The food was also good overall. My friend ordered the queso and chips, and the birria tacos; I had the empanadas, chicken and chorizo tacos, and street corn - and out of all of the items, only the street corn was a questionable item. It was burnt, like all I could taste was "burnt". Additionally, I'm not sure of what bbq/tajin sauce was included on the street corn too, but it was not good. Overall, 4 solid stars for my experience. I literally wanted to take my bartender home my drinks were so good! read more

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THEE best FRESH and amazing margaritas! Order the 'Tommy'...omgoodness! No syrup crap, real fresh lime juice....SO GOOD. Guacamole is also outstanding. Haven't had a bad experience yet! read more

I set up a lunch for five guys recently and this place was really impressive. My buddy Larry ordered the house margherita and he remarked, "On a ten point scale this marg rates a 9.5!" My friend Mike ordered oyster tacos and raved, "How do you find these places? This food is delicious!" I enjoyed a shrimp quesadilla and it was great. Service was top notch, attentive and quick but also left us to linger as long as we liked. The atmosphere was muted but welcoming. Overall one good choice! read more

I wasn't that big of a fan of this place despite the rave reviews. They start you off with chips and salsa but the chips are served in basically a dog bowl. 3 dollars for refills which didn't seem worth it. I had a Al pastor taco and it was missing seasoning. I also had fajitas and felt that the chicken wasn't seasoned evenly. The food wasn't bad but it wasn't anything that blew me away. The mocktail I had was good which was just coconut cream and pineapple juice. read more

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Still a win .... Make reservations to secure a table it seems to stay busy ..... tacos are delicious .... Service great ..... we got checked on so many times I loved that. Nice vibe. Just be sure you like spicy if u order the spicy guac I promise you it's atomic lol read more

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First time here and we really liked it. I got a big burrito and my wife got a large quesadilla dish, Both were very good. We had reservations (looks like this is highly recommended as it's a very popular place) and we were seated immediately. The waitstaff was fantastic. Checked on us quite a bit and knew the ins and outs of the menu. Note that this place is really loud. Hard flooring and a high ceiling makes for lots of noise and echoes. Their outside seating looked nice as well. read more

Not only is this restaurant decorated well, with a flavorful menu / the bar makes a great margarita with so many variations. Their beans were good, salsa flavorful, chips the right bite and saltiness. Rice was fluffy and the meat was well seasoned. But the margarita is what made this place special. read more

Soluna Cocina + Tequila Bar - Margaritas are GREAT! - Mexican Near Me - Elkridge, Maryland

This place was very good. We started with the queso and I got a cup of the corn soup and wish I got a bowl that was amazing. I got the steak fajitas which were good but I don't think I would order again. My girlfriend got the taco salad with chicken and she said was very good and would order again. Would recommend. I'll say again the corn soup may have been the best I've ever had of any soup. read more

Soluna Cocina + Tequila Bar - Chicken fajitas - Mexican Near Me - Elkridge, Maryland

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My family has dined at Soluna Cocina numerous times since it opened, including dinner, Happy Hour, and lunch in the past three weeks. The food and service are consistently very good, definitely a favorite for my household, and the Happy Hour is a great deal. Today, a Saturday, we went there for a late (1:30pm) lunch and had an excellent experience. Our meal was great and our server, Carol, was perfect - friendly and very attentive! It was my birthday and the restaurant even treated me to a free "fried" ice-cream that was delicious. I understand they will be adding an awning to shade the outdoor eating area which will be enhance the patio dining experience this summer. Highly recommend! read more

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Trusty chicken fajitas for the win. I was able to partake in this staple during a work lunch. Service was speedy and the food was delicious. Definitely want to attend for their happy hour. The space was beautiful and clean. Honestly, a hidden gem. Not a lot of curb appeal. But when you step in, it's a lovely space. read more

Soluna Cocina + Tequila Bar - Mexican Near Me - Elkridge, Maryland

Overall 3.5/5 We decided to check this spot out after hearing about the colorful vibe, and the atmosphere definitely delivered. The walls are covered with bright, eye-catching murals, and the lighting/decor gives the whole place a fun, modern energy. It feels like the kind of place you'd want to grab drinks with friends and hang out for a while. Service was just okay. Nothing terrible, but it wasn't the most attentive either. Chips and salsa came out first, and the salsa was actually one of the highlights--fresh, flavorful, and addictive. The guacamole, while freshly made, fell flat for us; it was mild and needed more seasoning to really pop. Food was a bit of a rollercoaster. The street corn was not enjoyable at all--overly sour and lacking the smoky, creamy flavor you'd expect. The taco salad looked great but tasted bland, missing that "wow" factor. Enchiladas came out looking hearty but leaned way too sweet, which threw the balance of the dish off. On the plus side, the drinks were great. The margarita was refreshing, well-mixed, and hit the spot. With such a fun setting and a lively bar, I'd say this is more of a place to enjoy drinks and apps rather than expect an amazing meal. Overall, I'd give it 3.5 stars. Loved the decor and drinks, but the food was hit or miss. With a little more consistency in the kitchen, this place could easily be a standout. read more

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Who knew such a great Mexican restaurant is in Elkridge! A must visit for anyone craving yummy tacos. It was super nice that the tables were not jammed in there but far enough apart for a wheelchair to navigate smoothly. Yummy, fresh, crunchy chips and salsa were provided immediately. Ordered and tried their winter margaritas made with the usual liquor and white cranberry juice and coconut cream. A bit too strong for lunch but was good nonetheless. We ordered a couple of rajas con hongos and the camaron and loved them. We felt the prices were reasonable in the present economic climate. I liked the colorful atmosphere and the originality of the decor. Wish there were a couple of more handicapped parking spots. Just 2 limited our ability to park in closer proximity unfortunately. read more

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Came here for the second time and food was amazing. Everything was flavorful and hit the spot. Definitely a go to spot! read more

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First time trying Soluna and we went on a Friday night. The food was very good and the service was attentive and prompt. We made reservations and recommended that as the place was packed. Only downside is happy hour is only available at the bar. We will give it another visit as it's the best Mexican food in the area. read more

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Came on a Monday for happy hour. Amazing service, bartender was really nice and efficient. She checked in the perfect amount of times and was never overbearing. La placa cocktail was absolutely delicious, amazing for tequila-enjoyers. Tacos were flavorful, warm, and juicy. Overall zero complaints, looking forward to being able to come here again. read more

Soluna Cocina + Tequila Bar - Carnitas and asada taco - Mexican Near Me - Elkridge, Maryland

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Okay Mexican food. We visited Soluna Cocina and Tequila Bar on a Saturday night, and it was about half full. The restaurant occupies a modern, industrial space with Latin art on the walls. Pop music played during our visit, and the bar has televisions for watching sports. I had the mezcalita to drink, the Coloradas enchiladas as a main, and we split the ceviche as a starter. Chips and salsa were served before we ordered. The salsa was a bit watery, but the flavor was good. The chips were on par with other restaurants. The mezcalita was quaffable but with muted flavors. The ceviche was watery, and some of the fish pieces tasted old. The enchiladas were standard fare. Overall, Soluna Cocina and Tequila Bar has edible Mexican food, but there are better options in the area. read more

Had a nice dinner here-service was attentive and ambience is great! The food is all good but nothing spectacular. I thought sunken burrito was great! Hubby thought birria tacos were so-so. The ceviche was gigantic and tasted good but again not the best I ever had- The flan for dessert was delicious! read more

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We tried this restaurant for the first for dinner on Saturday. It wasn't too busy and the weather was perfect enough to sit outside. We ordered a few drinks, an appetizer and a few entrees. Our food was hot and fresh. The blueberry margarita I ordered was good as well. Our waiter could have been a bit more attentive to our table but I think that's the risk when choosing to dine outside. read more

Soluna Cocina + Tequila Bar - Blueberry Marg - Mexican Near Me - Elkridge, Maryland

Service ambiance and food were solid. Menu is a little on the smaller side. We ordered the guac app, but guac is served with many entrees so probably didn't need it. Chips and salsa for the table. Spicy marg special was good but on the sweeter side. We got fajitas, burrito, and green enchiladas to share. The burrito and enchiladas had similar flavors. Fajitas were solid but wish they were more flavorful. Overall solid restaurant, worth the visit for standard Mexican food. read more

Amazing experience! This was my first time here at Soluna and it was so good. We sat at the bar. We were able to watch the football game while we enjoyed our food and drinks. The blackberry margarita was delicious! We ordered shrimp tacos and chicken enchiladas. The best enchiladas I've ever had. Our bartender was great and the service was god as well. The manager even came by to ask how the experience was. This is a great restaurant experience and we will be back! read more

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Well now this has been put off on my list but man am I happy I finally went. I really appreciate the transformation from the previous restaurant which was located there. Great decor and cozy feel. There is plenty of bar space if you choose to dine there. I went during off peak hours which was a smart move. The servers were super attentive and polite. The portions of food is rather generous so that was a nice surprise. *Note it can be pricey but worth it * I knew it was a win when I saw they made michelada's on their cocktail menu. I grabbed an Oaxacan Old Fashion and Soluna Margarita. I do warn if you are not a mezcal person don't order considering these cocktails are spirit forward. Me personally I loved them and will go back to have the same trio of cocktails. Now for the food, the Chamorro de puerco was an instant hit. Robust flavor, tender, and hearty. The only knock I'd give the dish was the rice which wasn't as seasoned and was simply just rice. That was ok though because the mushrooms made up for that in a big way. The umami flavor was intense but very welcoming especially on the fork with the pork shank. Please give that a try or even share with friends or family. The carne asada was nicely prepared, cooked to the requested temp, and had some good char without settling for overrated grill marks for appeal. I do appreciate it was at minimum a choice grade steak and served whole so you could cut into it as you wish. The refried beans were flavorful and filling. The elotes (Mexican Street Corn) had a unique taste with the house tajin sauce but was good when mixed together with the crema . The corn was roasted and shaved off the cob. Both desserts hit well too. Not pictured was the tres leches and that was on the same level as the Chamorro de puerco Just amazing!! Overall 4.7 of 5 Thank you Soluna for a great experience and for being a hit. read more

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Only had a order out experience so may give this another go. I do recall walking in and seeing how colorful the decor was. Music played but not too loud you couldn't have a nice conversation. Service at the front was great while I ordered out. I ordered two burritos which unfortunately I think maybe didn't land flavor wise due to the pico de gallo and sauce's making them pretty soggy. I wish they would've been separated so I could fully rate the experience. read more

Soluna Cocina + Tequila Bar - Burrito - Mexican Near Me - Elkridge, Maryland

Great atmosphere, comfortable and entertaining at the same time. Great food and service read more

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This restaurant replaced the old Mutiny Pirate Bar. Service was fantastic, food was very quick to come out, we were checked on often, and we only waited 15mins to be sat on a Friday night. Atmosphere is very trendy, lots of Americano art and moody lighting. Pretty loud inside but wasn't too difficult to hear each other. Food was pretty good! Better than I expected from what looks like a gentrified establishment. Usually when they put that much effort into decor, the good sucks. But this place delivers. The ceviche annoyingly came in a frosted mug but we had small plates to spoon it onto. It has a spice that was sometimes surprising. Sunken burrito & oyster tacos were bomb. The fried ice cream was standard, chocolate cake was dry and unimaginative. The blackberry margarita was tart and strong. The dirty horchata was just bitter and way too strong, neither of us touched it after the first sip. Will definitely be back. Those cooks are COOKIN. read more

Pros: Colorful and attractive decor Attentive service Manager checking in with guests Attractive food presentation Cons: Wait longer than expected No seating in waiting area A friend had recently dined at this restaurant and suggested it for dinner. We arrived at 6:30 pm on a Saturday night without reservations (they use Open Table). As we came in, there were two people waiting to be seated and a couple who was leaving who didn't want to wait. We were told that without reservations, our wait would be 30 to 35 minutes. Scanning the dining room, there were multiple open tables, and it was never clear to me whether they were being held or if they were too short staffed to serve at them. The wait was closer to 45 minutes, which was especially disappointing because the waiting area had ONE chair. One chair. I would not recommend coming to wait with anyone who can't stand for long periods. We could have waited in the car since they were going to text us when our table was ready, but that was not tempting because it was 20 degrees Fahrenheit outside. Once seated, we were greeted quickly by our server and received chips and salsa and water. The water glasses are short, so I asked for a pitcher of water. I chose the sunken burrito with carnitas, and my friend had chili and shrimp tacos. The food arrived in a reasonable amount of time was very colorful and looked delicious. I was disappointed in the burrito. The temperature was lukewarm, and the ingredients were not evenly spread. This meant that the first half of the burrito was primarily refried beans and rice. When I got to the meat, it was ok but needed more spices. All in all, I am not sure if I will go back. I didn't like the fact that if there is a wait, it isn't comfortable. The service is great, but I like my food more flavorful. There were some longer tables for larger groups. It seems like a great date spot and had a few televisions with sports programming over the bar, but those features aren't what I'm looking for. 4 out of 5 stars for service and overall appeal, but disappointing food temperature and flavor. read more

Soluna Cocina + Tequila Bar - Sunken Burrito - Mexican Near Me - Elkridge, Maryland

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Great local Tequila spot! Margaritas, chips & salsa very good!! Bartenders and servers friendly and helpful. Not like those other places that let you sit, wait and don't acknowledge you! Good food, atmosphere and music! read more

Soluna Cocina + Tequila Bar - Bar area - Mexican Near Me - Elkridge, Maryland

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*Happy Hour Review* I heard all good things about this place! I had it bookmarked and I finally came to go check it out for myself! It did not disappoint. I'm already planning my next visit. Any takers?! I'm not sure what was here before, but the space felt familiar for some reason. Like I had been before under a different name. We came for happy hour and had amazing service at the bar. Ed was great! Happy hour is at the bar area only and from 3 - 6! Get here early! I tried the chicken tacos and they were very authentic and yummy. I wasn't that hungry so the two tacos were fine. I enjoyed the ranch water (my latest tequila go to). It was very light and refreshing. I opted for mezcal and it was very good. Don't worry, I still like margaritas! The place filled up pretty quickly and there were folks waiting for our parking space. Salud! read more

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Just great food and drinks. Period. It was our first time so we ordered all the apps to get a good sample of food lol. Everything was great! read more

Soluna Cocina + Tequila Bar - Obviously drink pics are more important - Mexican Near Me - Elkridge, Maryland

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Looks great and smells great. Came by on a Sunday for the first time and I was impressed. The decor inside is beautifully decorated in a Mexican theme. Wasn't too crowded so it was easy to park and no wait to be seated. They had a mix of top 40 music playing but it wasn't too loud. At the bar they did have on some of the Sunday football game as well. After being seated a friendly waitress came over with water and chips with salsa while we looked at the menu. I had a Pacifico beer and decided on the Carne Asada platter. It came with a side of rice and beans. The steak was flavorful and prepared medium just like I ordered. Several time the manager stopped by with extra chips and salsa and to see if everything was to my liking. Very good service and very good food. I hope they keep it up and I will be back. read more

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Such a great time coming here for dinner! This was honestly one of the best service I've ever received in this area. Our server was so attentive and made sure everything was good with our food and drinks and was so quick with everything. Our food came out quickly which was great and the ceviche was good with tons of shrimp. The oyster tacos were also delicious! read more

Soluna Cocina + Tequila Bar - Fried Oyster Tacos - Mexican Near Me - Elkridge, Maryland

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7.11.24 Strengths -Service was top notch. From our server to staff who came around to clear our plates. -Tres leches was delicious. Appearances can be deceiving. Hubby thought it looked dry, but it was moist and not mushy as they can be sometimes if not done right. -Fiesta Fajita - The steak and shrimp were delicious!! Tender and not overcooked. Hubby raved about the steak and said he would come back for it. They only provide four tortillas, which was not enough. -Guacamole was fresh and creamy. Loved it. Area for Improvement -Complimentary chips & salsa: Chips were on the harder side. Would have preferred them crispy, but not hard. Salsa was delish though. -Birria taco: Tried my hubby's and thought the seasoning was too strong and overpowering. I generally like flavors on the milder side. -Empanadas de carne: Although the pastry sheet was cooked perfectly, the meat was dry. I ate the empanadas by themselves, but had I eaten them with guacamole and salsa it likely would have made them less dry. Hubby and I said our top two favorite items were the steak and tres leches. We would come back given how delicious they were. I also want to try the burger since it got good reviews. Until next time... read more

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We stopped by on a Saturday night to see if the restaurant was worth the hype. I will say that I was pleased with my experience. For starters we got the Soluna margarita. I love that this spot has a variety of tequilas. This allows for a unique taste instead of your regular chain patron margarita. The tequila was unique and definitely made this a signature item. We also got the Al Pastor and Asada street tacos. I have another spot I go to that has great street tacos but these did not disappoint. Although they were $5, they were larger than your tradition street tacos and were packed with flavor. Lastly, we got the streak quesadillas. These also did not disappoint. However, they charge an additional $2 for onions and peppers which I think should be standard in a quesadilla. We sat at the bar and the bartenders were friendly, attentive and knowledgeable. The music and tv's also gave the establishment a chill vibe. Lastly, we did not order the fajitas but saw several others order and I want to come back specifically for that. The amount of heat/steam and char flavor that filled the air has me confident that they will not disappointment. All in all, I think you should give this place a shot. read more

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Great Mexican place. It took over where Mutiny was but it still has some of the same issues bits still loud and echoing inside. The noise level makes it hard to have conversations. The food was good. I had the birria tacos and my friend had enchiladas. We both enjoyed our meals. The flan was also very good. I hope to come back for a happy as the drink menu looked great. read more

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summary: a newish Mexican/tequila joint that offers a pretty standard selection of restaurant dining-style Mexican entrees (e.g. Uncle Julio's). Pretty reasonably priced and beautiful venue. Located where Mutiny used to be, Soluna offers a pretty standard Americanized Mexican dining experience and I don't mean that in a negative way. The prices on the menu felt pretty reasonable especially compared to some of its competitors and the food was good. I opted for the house margarita ($10) and it a well-balanced drink with a generous portion size. The salt presentation was a bit messy, but that's just nitpicking. For food, I chose the pescado tacos (served with rice and beans included) for $18. Note: there are street tacos too that you can order a la carte, but those don't come with rice/beans. The tacos had good flavor and were cooked very well. I would've loved to see a bit more filling (maybe onions, salsa, or something to add to the taco itself). Overall a very positive experience. The ambiance was new and vibrant. The venue is beautiful with lots of cool art around. All of the staff we interacted with was very kind. For context, we went around 5:00 on a Wednesday, so not too busy. Would recommend! read more

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When you think it can't get better? Lol, hold my beer! Had Soluna once again and it did not disappoint! Everything is so fresh and full of inspiration! Love the vibe and our server again was top notch! Definitely another great experience! read more

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Soluna is a very good Mexican restaurant with a wide variety of drinks and food and they keep the menu fresh with new specials concocted by the chef and general manager. The house margaritas are great, the salsa is fresh, and the fajitas are sizzling. Call ahead, especially on the weekends. read more

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Overall: super cute ambiance, great service, and decent food with multi-stall gendered restrooms. This place is definitely a huge step up from Mutiny, the restaurant it replaced. Walking in, it's adorable- beautiful murals, bright colors, indoor and outdoor seating, gorgeous plants, with a great ambiance that could totally be casual or a nice night out. We were seated right away and we were greeted with chips and salsa immediately which I greatly appreciated. All of the servers were kind, knowledgeable and speedy. I'd say the food was better than a place like Uncle Julio's, but not quite as good as Lime and Salt or Taqueria los Primos. It was a little less Americanized than something like an Uncle Julio's, which I appreciated but still had things like a burger and salads on the menu for people looking for that. My son loved his kids chicken quesadilla ($8). I had three street tacos (Al pastor, carnitas, and chorizo- $5 each) and my partner had fish tacos ($19). All of the food was fine, but nothing that I felt like I couldn't do better myself. We all left full. The dessert menu sounded good, so I'll probably be back to try some shrimp tacos and dessert. read more

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Rating 4.5/5 Visited Soluna during its soft opening week, and the service was great! Everyone was attentive, friendly and quick. The decor inside is gorgeous and colorful. The restaurant was playing music, and the place just had a nice vibe to it. We started off with the Chips & Salsa, Street Corn and Chile con Queso Dip. Everything was good but the street corn was definitely our favorite! For entrees, my husband had the Duck Molé which was apparently a speciality from the chef's hometown. He loved it. I had the fajitas, which I had mixed feelings about. Everything was fresh and there was a large portion, but the meat needed some more seasoning/flavor. The toppings helped save it, but I wish the meat had more seasoning or marinade come through, because otherwise it was a little bland. We finished off the night with the tres leches cake which was delicious! It had cinnamon in it for a perfect touch. We are so excited to have another Mexican restaurant in Howard County, and can't wait to be back! read more

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Great place to stop, service great, clean and tasty Will do stop next time , also has many drinks options read more

Soluna Cocina + Tequila Bar - Fish tacos - Mexican Near Me - Elkridge, Maryland

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Tl;dr We spent around$150 on our combined (2) tabs due to shift changes, DO NOT RECOMMEND DUE TO BAD SERVICE QUALITY. When my husband and I first arrived, we got a drink each, and an appetizer each, he had queso and I had the ceviche. Both were very good. Fast forward to the point where we're finishing drink #2 , and there is a shift change. We close out our tab when asked by our bartender as to keep things concise on their end. The second bartender comes on shift, she doesn't check in with us for about 35 min. Once she finally checks in, we were able to put in third drink request. We heard the couple next to us request to be moved to a table top due to lack of service, which we were experiencing as well. She comes back with third drink request and then asks me what I would like to order-- I respond with birria tacos, and a question asking to sub out the beans with chips and salsa. She ensured that she could sub out for chips and salsa. Where this takes a turn is , she never once turned to my husband and asked him what his order could be. We got my food and left. $0.00 tip due to negligence. Do not recommend. read more