Hole in the wall kind of place. Best Mexican food I've had in a long time! Every bite was packed with fresh, authentic flavor. We shared the fajitas, which were more than enough for two people, along with a huge burrito. Unlike many Mexican restaurants where every dish seems to taste the same with a different presentation, each item here had its own distinct, delicious flavor. The pitcher of margaritas was excellent, and the service was exceptional from start to finish. If you're looking for authentic Mexican food with generous portions and outstanding hospitality, this place is absolutely worth a visit! read more

Tequila's - Chicken steak fajita - Mexican Near Me - Carbondale, Illinois

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Food is so good here! Ive never dined into the restaurant but the inside looks very aesthetically pleasing.

Good food, good staff and the place has a nice laid back feel. Definitely worth the stop if you crave Mexican.

Kings ad queens and heroes and heroines go to Tequilas for special occasions. Carnitas and margaritas make a worthy feast.

The service at this location is top tier to others in the area food was hot and fresh and came to our table pretty quickly. Everyone was very friendly read more

Ordered thru Uber eats. The delivery was not the problem. I ordered 10 'steak' tacos for me and my buddy. I say 'steak' because honestly I am not sure what kind of meat I receive but it was gross. I received only 1 tomato salsa for 10 steak tacos, honestly we were starving, so we had 2 tacos each, but the rest we gave away to a worker at the place we were staying. Pretty disappointing. read more

We love Tequila's! I'm shocked at the low reviews, we've only had excellent experience at this restaurant. We have lived in many places over the years and we are very picky about our Mexican food. Their food has always been consistently good and plentiful for what you pay for. Service is always fast and friendly. The restaurant is always clean. We've tried a number of Mexican restaurants in the area and this has been our favorite since we've lived here. I highly recommend!! read more

During deer hunting season last week I stopped in here with my brother and his fiancé who live in the area. They both told me this was their go-to place, but they are not huge fans of Mexican cuisine; I clearly am by the amount of Mexican reviews I have completed. I ordered the chorizo/chicken/steak/shrimp platter (Tequilas en La Playa) on a bed of rice with grilled vegetables. The shrimp was the worst, chicken and steak were average and the chorizo was slightly above average but was the smallest portion of the four meats. The chips were good but not great and the salsa was forgettable. I will say the service was good and we each had our own salsa dipping bowels which I strongly advocate for every Mexican restaurant to partake in. I would gladly go back when I am down this way again, but would just as easily try a different Mexican establishment! read more

Tequila's - Tequilas en La Playa - Mexican Near Me - Carbondale, Illinois

Great food, the best Pollo Loco and fajitas! Fast service. I have been a fan for many years and have never not had a good experience

Have always loved Tequilas! It's definitely on the heavy side, you can definitely share one plate amongst two people. Their Pollo Playa (Chicken on the beach) is my favorite thing. Their queso is to die for! read more

I ordered enchiladas. It was ok. Not impressive. It was simple, almost like a good quality frozen enchilada. The salsa was good and their sangria was decent. read more

The beef tastes life dog food, but the margaritas are pretty good. If you wanna eat something with beef just make sure you get drunk off the margs first. read more

Ordered home delivery and the restaurant is only 1.5 miles from our house. It took over an hour to get our meal. The Doordash driver said they didn't start cooking our order until he showed up to pick up. Then, they left part of the order completely out. I called them for a refund. They said they would call back but still haven't heard back. Horrible experience! Beware! read more

Mediocre Mexican food, if you could really call it Mexican food. Yes, they have burritos, tacos, and all the staples of this cusine, but they lack the burst of spices and flavors that you would get with the authentic stuff. Their flavor palette is probably as high as Taco Bell. The food is tolerable, but since it is labeled "authentic Mexican," it disappoints. read more

So I ate here with my wife n what a fantastic surprise. Elpiwas our server and was amazing- fast , cordial and accurate. Get a flavored margarita- strawberry on the rocks was excellent. The warm chips n excellent salsa- tomatillo- not oniony or chunky- are a must ; get a side of sour cream with them. The dishes come out quickly and on hot plates to keep your food at the right temp. My "Tequila en la playa " was excellent!! Get the cheese sauce on the side so it doesn't drown the amazing flavors. My wife had a bean n cheese enchiladas and loved them. This place a definite must and we will return soon. So ate there again and was again amazing!! Fajitas piña was so flavorful with a cool presentation in a half pineapple. Our server was excellent as always and food was fast. Get side of delicious cheese sauce for warm chips. I will eat here every time we are in town!! read more

The food is horrible. Taco bell is better, for less money. I would like to support a local business, but they are ripping off everyone with their high prices for such awful food. Carbondale needs more local restaurants, but not like this. read more

Very good service, great portions, great food. Everything came out fast and correct. Drinks and food was priced very well. Overall amazing experience, I'd recommend if you want good Mexican food. read more

My family ordered delivery from this restaurant last night. Not only did they forget part of our order. Did not even honor the environment. We selected the box for no plasticware and they gave us plasticware anyway! I know it is hard to remember those things. Must b a new thad. But just wanted to mention it. The food? Well it was okay but personally, have had better. My mother even complained that her taco was stele. read more

Tequilas is the best Mexican restaurant I've ever had. The food is amazing, they're always very welcoming, and they bring the food out in no time! read more

Decent lunch portions. Fast service and quick availability. The people are friendly and helpful.

Favorite Mexican in Carbondale since Tres changed. Was here early in October for my wedding weekend and had to stop by. I always get either the Burrito Tequilas or the Pollo Loco. Both fantastically prepared. When here latest, I got the burrito and there was a little more lettuce than I like with things but it was in top so easily picked off. Will always keep coming back to this location when I'm in the area read more

Had Tequila's Playas (on the beach) imagine Mexican chop suey served over rice & cheese (arroz con queso ) wanted to take some home but ended up eating it all. Shrimp, beef, pork & chicken all mixed together. read more

I wish I could give at least two stars but would have been happier with Taco Bell Mexican. The food was completely bland and almost seemed microwaveable. The service was not even sub par- like they obviously did not want to be there. Our bill seemed pricey for the amount and quality of food. We wonder how they maintain so many different locations? Don't be fooled by their catchy advertising read more

We've been to strip-mall type restaurants before and were pleasantly surprised. The Margarita's were good, the food was Okay except for the ooop's, there's hair (a long black hair) in my daughters food. Uh-oh, now it's going down hill. Now she's a little grossed out. They took her plate away and said that they would comp the dinner. My wife shared her last enchilada with her and she asked the waiter if she could have a small plate of re-fried beans which she didn't touch on her original plate. You would thing that after that, they would have served the beans right away or been all over it with apologies, not. It took at least 10 minutes to get her beans. We thought the food was Okay, the ambiance was low and the service was lacking, especially after the hair experience. read more

I have only 1 thing to say, if you want authentic mexican food, which is freshly prepared! check out Tequila's the staff is friendly, though not very fluent in English. the place is decently clean, the food is delicious, its the closest to mexican food i have found outside of Texas. The price range is not bad either, they're not that pricey, and the good thing is that it is latinos who are making your food, so its straight from the source. hope this helps :) read more

No good. The service is decent but ugh. The food is just like any other mediocre, hole-in-the wall Mexican joint found in Anytown, USA. They used to have an all you can eat lunch special that was kinda cool, but they don't even have that anymore! The margaritas are decent but not very strong. Vegetarian options are limited. At least it's not TOO expensive. read more

Tequilas is one of my favorites. I have a true desire for Mexican food and there food is pretty good. Their margaritas could use a little work as they are quite syrupy. Overall its a fun environment with friendly staff and good food. read more

My old favorite Mexican restaurant. I have considered booking a flight back home just to eat here again. Definitely order a side of queso for me! I miss this place so much :( this place definitely has the best Mexican food in Southern Illinois. Deserves better ratings!!!!! read more

It's not bad, but it's definitely not the best in town. The employees are super friendly and quick, but the food is nothing special. The food at El Paisano or Del Sol is so much better, in my experience. The restaurant seems clean to me, and the decor is fun. read more

Generally, the food has tasted okay. If you like mediocre food, half-hearted service, and free chips, then this is the place for you. A few months ago, my partner found a piece of cast iron skillet in her chimichanga, and their "solution" was to give us 15% off the chimichanga. Seriously, not even 15% off our entire order. We stopped eating there after that. Cast iron skillet is terrible on the intestines. read more

They are one of the best Mexican restaurants in Carbondale. The portions are almost too big for me to finish. I have never had anything from their menu that I don't like. And if you love chicken try Pollo Loco! What I like the most is their taquitos. The only restaurant in the area who actually make them correctly. So delicious. read more

I am half Mexican and from Chicago, so I sure know how to make Mexican Food and I know good places up in Chicago, but this place, is just okay. I am not a picky eater but coming form Chicago, its a huge downgrade. How can they not have Horchata (Rice Water)? The meat was okay but its nothing like some good Arrachera (Skirt Steak) or Tampiquena. I think its Mediocre if you never had Mexican food. read more

Best Mexican food in Carbondale...coming from Southern California, I have high standards for Mexican food, and Tequilas is always my first option in the 618. read more

This place has become a staple in my friend group. We go weekly and always have great service. I've tried a lot of different menu options and haven't found anything I didn't enjoy. They also run specials everyday, which helps with the cost. Cheese dip is a must! Love this place! read more

I have never had a bad experience in Tequila's! The service is always great! The food is delicious! I love this restaurant!

Fast service most of the time, decent Mexican food for the area. My favorites are the Burrito Al Carbon or Quesidilla Relena.

This place is just nasty! I really don't have anything else to say. Like if your starving OK! But McDonalds is right next door. I would go there first.... read more

The food was okay and the service was slow. I went here with my family when they were visiting me at college, however their enchiladas didn't agree with me and I threw up once I got back to my dorm. I was fine after I was sick and no one else in my family got sick so I don't know what was in the enchiladas that upset my stomach, however I don't feel the food is good enough to be worth the risk of trying again. read more

Sometimes I crave Mexican style food. When I do, in Carbondale I will go to Taco Bell. If zero stars was an option. Perhaps the one thing going for this place is the margaritas. Size does matter in this case. read more

Not sure what happened but I prefer the other locations, food was bland and service lacked