We went on a Friday night at 5 pm and the place was empty except for us and 2 other tables…read more Food 4/5: they have a large menu with many options. The chips and salsa came on a robot right away, which was a fun touch except our littlest kid was terrified. They have many kids options as well. We got kids quesadillas and kids burrito, quesadilla, fajita burrito, and enchiladas with margaritas. The drinks and food came quickly and were overall good. The burrito is huge and enough for multiple people to share. Overall the portion sizes were very large. I would have loved if the chips were warmed! Service 5/5: our waiter was very attentive and was flexible with us with our kids. Overall very accommodating. Ambiance 3/5: whenever I'm in a restaurant and it's empty, I always wonder why. Overall the booth we were at was cozy and there is plenty of space between tables. There is a claw machine at the entrance that our kids were obsessed with. We did leave with our clothed smelling like a Mexican restaurant (almost like a stinky ground beef smell). Overall this is a great option for people looking for a large menu and Mexican style food. The staff were friendly and the food was solid. I wish I could give a 3.5, but will round up instead.

I wasn't sure what to think when another Mexican restaurant opened in Monona, though I was…read morepleasantly surprised. The entrance had cute decor, some of which was clearly set up for Cinco de Mayo, and then you walk through the bar area to a waiting area for tables. I assume this is so patrons can wait at the bar if the restaurant is full, although that was not the case for us. We were seated right away and had chips, salsa, and water on the table just as quickly. Everyone was extremely friendly. After reviewing the menu a little bit we noticed a $5 house margarita deal so ordered those. They were really good and a great price. The complimentary chips and salsa were good as well. The chips seemed homemade but possibly earlier in the day as they weren't super fresh. We ordered the queso fundido based on another review and the shrimp tacos. They were both absolutely fantastic! The queso fundido was the best I've ever had and my husband said the shrimp tacos were the best he's ever had. There was so much meat in the tacos I'm glad we only got one order. Also they are served with spicy mayo, beware it is very spicy! We were too full for dessert but will definitely visit again to see if the rest of their menu is as good as the two items we ordered this time. The only idea for improvement would be to have some music playing and maybe more decor in the main dining room to add to the atmosphere a little bit.

It was a nice place with good amount of crowd in this Friday night around 8pm. I could down the…read moreblock a couple of other nearby places that seemed even more lively from a distance. Anyway, overall very nice people and staff. The food, I have to say, was fine. I think the complementary chips and salsa were fine. The crispy taco was also ok. I didn't care for the enchiladas as the cheese wasn't very melty and both green and red sauces could've used some depth to them. Portion sizes are pretty decent, and we had leftovers, but we were visiting from out of town, so we couldn't really take it with. Oh yeah, I'm still left with the million $ question - why do they have an Italian named Mexican place.

I was in the area over the weekend and wanted to try some Mexican food. Garibaldi was near by, so…read morewe decided to check it out. The service was great, and the food was delicious!

This seems like a hidden gem tucked away in an unassuming strip mall. Enter Palenque, with its…read moresuper bright chairs and tables, friendly staff, and yummy food. Not to mention great drinks. The menu is pretty large, and this is some delicious Tex-Mex/Mexican food. I ordered the fajitas and had extra to take home for the next day as leftovers. The margaritas are pretty big and the price is quite reasonable. They also have non-alcoholic Corona and non-alcoholic margaritas, so there are options for everyone. We had a group of 8 meet here recently for book club and we all had a range of great drinks - alcoholic and non-alcoholic. The chips and salsa are on point. I would come here way more often if they had an a la carte street tacos option with the cilantro and onion. There's an asada tacos meal (with the rice/beans and all that) which I am hoping to try sometime soon. A great little local spot that I definitely recommend!

We were looking for a place to take our granddaughter out for dinner while we were babysitting and…read moredecided to try Palenque. We were not disappointed!!! My granddaughter loved the decor! It's very colorful and fun!! They brought us chips and salsa as soon as we were seated! The chips were warm and the salsa was delicious! They have a large menu with so many options, it was hard to choose! I got a combo or enchiladas and a taco, my husband got the beef street tacos and my granddaughter got the kids meal with a cheese quesadilla. The portions were large and the food was excellent!! Everything about our experience was great! I can't wait to come back, the next time we're in town. Two thumbs up!! I just wish I had taken a picture!!

Authentic Mexican food with good portions and friendly service. I treat friends to dinner here…read moreevery month or so. I like the burrito bowls in particular.

Authentic Mexican food at reasonable prices! Fresh ingredients, lots of choices for toppings &…read morestaff were easy to talk to. Menu is a bit confusing, but everything was delicious. Counter service with plenty of seats to eat in and enjoy your meal. Nice bright decor, very simple and clean.

Grabbed takeout from La Rosita (now called Los Perez)! This place is phenomenal. They have two…read moreoptions for dining - there is a seating area and to go option inside the grocery side of the building and there is a more standard dining side with a buffet. We did takeout from the grocery side and my chicken quesadilla was great! I haven't ate at the buffet side in awhile but it was always AMAZING!! Workers are always friendly. Follow me on Instagram at yelpershawn for more reviews!

Tried recently and I ordered the taco dinner, l indulged in a selection of asada, pastor, and pollo…read moretacos, served with rice and beans. Each bite burst with flavor, precisely made to order. I was particularly impressed by the swift service and the delectably spicy sauces provided. In summary, I found the tacos to be undeniably solid in every aspect.

Very bad service. The employees looked like they didn't want to work. I waited about 10 minutes…read morewhile staff were just watching me. I had to ask them myself that I wanted to order food. When one employee finally came, he gave very little rice and chicken, as you can see in the picture. The portion was unacceptable for the price. Overall, this was a very disappointing experience. Because of the poor service and attitude, I will not be coming back to this location.

Every time I've been here, the food has never looked fresh and the service was bad. Ingredients…read morelook like they've been sitting out forever; and the people never smile or seem happy to help.

What a delicious experience!! I came for lunch and sat at the bar and had the best meal & cocktail…read more I loved that you can mix & match meats for the taco combo! I got to try 3 different meats and all 3 were delightful and full to the brim!! So much bang for your buck here! The house margaritas are made with a premium Tequila (Lunazul) and were absolutely fabulous! I cannot wait to work my way through this menu. The staff was SO FRIENDLY and I felt right at home even though I was dining alone. Cheers!

Delicious tacos!!! Wish there was a little more flavor in the meat itself, but the birria taco…read moresauce was really good anyways. Service was friendly and fast.

Hardest part about eating here is deciding which of the amazing sandwiches to get. Credit to our…read morewaiter who tried but admitted I couldn't go wrong with any of my choices. Went with the smash burger with Brie and PB&J. So much going on but so good. Can't wait to go back in the summer so we can enjoy the patio overlooking the bay. And maybe a cocktail or six.

Food 4.5/5 Service 4/5…read moreAmbiance 5/5 Seated in a lakeside strip mall under an apartment complex, Waypoint Public House allures guests in with its soothing waterfront and courtyard views and its comforting, chill interior lighting at night. The food's no slouch either - the steak tacos I got were incredibly nice, with a very nice balance of flavors between the chipotle crema and chimichurri sauce as well as textures from the crispy potatoes and steak. Top that with Cajun fries that puts even Five Guys's fry portions (and flavors) to shame, and you've got yourself an amazing plate. Dessert, which I almost debated skipping on, was also wonderful. The brownie was a lot bigger than I imagined it, and the ice cream drizzled with caramel really brought it all together in this classic combo. Overall, I'd come back again - I can see myself being here with friends or on another solo venture. I just feel bad trying to find parking among the spots for the apartment tenants...

Great place! We…read morefrequently get takeout from here and the service is quick and professional. The food is always piping hot and DELICIOUS!!

Food was nice, in a cozy spot on Park Street. I got the burrito mexicano, a burrito with your…read morechoice of meat inside and melted cheese, sour cream, and guacamole on top. The tortilla and toppings were creamy, flavorful, and added to the overall burrito. The chicken could have been more seasoned, but was overall a great combo with salsa or any hot sauce. I also got the gordita (with chicharron) and I faced a similar experience with the meat. However, the overall taste was great. The customer service was definitely the best part of the entire experience. Our server was kind, funny, and was extremely accommodating during our visit. I was with a large group and he efficiently took our orders, instantly gave us our drinks, and offered free refills as well. The customer service definitely made this a 5 star experience.

Best tacos in Madison area. No competition elsewhere. The menu looked good so I went ahead and made…read morean order for a few carnitas and pollo tacos, rice and beans to go.

Used to be great, tonight it was disgusting... server was…read morerude, thank god she no tipped herself before I no tipped her!