Phenomenal barbecue!! One of my favorite spots in Portland. I highly recommend Terilingua to anyone in the Portland area.

If you're in Portland and haven't been to Terlingua yet, you're missing out. I've been several times and I make a point to bring every out of town guest there because it's not just a meal, it's an experience. This weekend I took my best friend and it was perfect, even in the middle of winter. The deck is still open with plenty of space heaters and even heated seat cushions. We actually got so warm we had to peel off layers, which feels like a small miracle in Maine. The two of us love a marg & taco outing, and make a point to scope out the best of the best. We started with chips and salsa and some queso, which were the perfect kickoff. Then we ordered the street corn succotash, my absolute favorite. It's packed with flavor and topped with the most delicious, salty cotija cheese that pulls everything together. I crave that dish. We split the smoked brisket tacos and the smoked pork carnitas tacos, and both were outstanding. The meat was smoky and tender, the flavors were bold without being overdone, and every bite delivered. And the margaritas? Excellent and refreshing. Exactly what you want alongside that food. On top of all that, the staff is consistently wonderful. Every single time we've gone, our waitstaff has been charming, attentive, and genuinely helpful with recommendations. They strike that perfect balance of checking in without hovering, and they make you feel welcome from start to finish. Terlingua never disappoints. Great atmosphere, incredible food, thoughtful touches that keep you cozy even in winter, and a team that clearly cares about the experience. read more

I really wanted to like it. I had convinced my family to drive an hour here for my birthday and man, what a disappointment. There is zero atmosphere in the joint, wait staff weren't rude but seemed run off their feet, and the food was all served lukewarm at best. The tortilla soup was awful and served cold. My son - who demolishes food at every bbq place we go to - decided halfway through that he'd had enough and after trying his food I could tell why. Bland. Like I said, I really wanted to like the place but can't say I'd ever suggest anyone goes here. A flavor-free experience. It's also very expensive and not giving an itemized bill as the check is very sketchy. read more

Tried lunch on a snowy Saturday. Got seated right away and our waiter approached quickly. He definitely was looking for us to order drinks and when we didn't his interest quickly waned. We need a minute with the menu and decided to try a special ( chicken empanada), a brisket and chili cheeseburger and queso with tortilla chips. The burger was delicious, juicy and loaded with flavor. I liked the high top and appreciated not having people on top of us. It was also not loud, easy to have a conversation. Everything was quite good but the server was pretty uninterested and seemed to be in a rush. He never came to the table after our food came out. I find that annoying as we had head good things about the place. We'd go back for the food but not for the service. 4 stars for good...for service I would give 2. read more

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Food is amazing. You can smell the BBQ around the whole block. Servers are friendly and knowledgeable about their menu. Great place to sit outside on a nice day or inside if you want. Top tier tequila available and seasonal fun drinks. This is a place you should not miss read more

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Delicious food and friendly staff! Terilingua serves Texas-style barbecue with a Mexican twist. They are known for their house-smoked meats and variety of sauces. Their decor is between modern and homestyle. Many warm colors. Mom and I ordered off their happy hour menu. Staff was friendly and answered all of our questions. I ordered the Enchiladas. The enchiladas had chicken, chihuahua cheese, red chile sauce, crema & cilantro. The chicken was tender and I love that it had a little spicy kick to it! My mom ordered 2 sliders: pork and brisket. My mom never had sliders but she loved the presentation of them. Both meats were very tender. For happy hour options, they were both very filling. read more

Terlingua - Barbeque Near Me - Portland, Maine

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Had a delicious birthday dinner here back in September where I devoured the fish tacos! The atmosphere was so fun, and sitting outside felt a little magical too. Would recommend! read more

Terlingua - Baja fish tacos - Barbeque Near Me - Portland, Maine

What a great spot! Sat at the bar, no lines no waiting. Drinks, great food, great company and bar staff. Talk it up while creating concoctions Bright, inviting and relaxing! Five stars!! read more

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You wouldn't expect to find BBQ this good in Portland, but the reviews don't lie--this place lives up to the hype. We ordered a mix of grilled meats--brisket, pulled pork, and more--and everything was incredibly tender and juicy. You barely needed a knife. There were a few different sauces to choose from, all full of flavor and perfect for dipping. The side salad was actually impressive too--not just a pile of lettuce, but packed with fresh, Mexican-inspired ingredients. We also tried the ceviche, which was super fresh and bright, served with crisp house-made chips. Portion was a little small, but definitely worth it for the quality. The outdoor patio is beautiful and gives you the feeling of being somewhere in Latin America. It's dog-friendly, the staff is warm and welcoming, and they seem to be known for their tacos too--definitely coming back to try those next time. read more

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I've had this place bookmarked for a while and my brother recently read about it, we're here for the month so we decided to finally try it out. Holy macaroni, it was DELICIOUS!! We all loved our meals. We got the queso to start with. We couldn't stop eating it. My Dad and I got the Smoked Pork Carnitas Tacos and my brother a platter with brisket, pork, sausage, salad, pickled onions, pickles and corn bread. Since it was our first time there we ordered three sides, the mac & cheese, street corn succotash & papas bravas. We couldn't stop how delicious it all was while we were eating. I also got a side of guac, which was delish and margaritas, which were tasty. We didn't have reservations so we were sat at a high top on the right side of the restaurant. The bathroom is on the left side of the restaurant, I'm glad I had to go because that area looks super cute! I'd like to eat in there next time. There's a bar in that area. I would 1000% recommend this place. read more

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These are the best tacos. We took them to go so didn't get a chance to experience the ambiance or service really. It did take a long time for our tacos - once ordered it took about 40 minutes. We sat at the gin distillery across the street (I highly recommend their gin - Hardshore Gin https://www.hardshoredistilling.com/) BUT even though we had to wait a long time the tacos were the best. I would get every single kind to try - amazing flavor and quality. I ate mine so quick I forgot to take a pic. oops Went back next day and took a pic. Soooo good. Go!! read more

Terlingua - Strawberry Basil with Mezcal and sugar rim. Brisket tacos - Barbeque Near Me - Portland, Maine

A fun birthday gathering at Terlingua. Everyone was thrilled with their dinners. The Saddle Up BBQ Board was a huge hit and for us non-meat eaters, the succotash was delicious, as always. The servers were wonderful and made up for not being outside. My only complaint is the noise in the "Market". Would have preferred the dining room. read more

Terlingua - Saddle Up BBQ Board - Barbeque Near Me - Portland, Maine

We're from Atlanta and have had plenty of barbecue over the years, but this was by far some of the best we've ever had! We loved the variety of sauces, each one was unique and delicious. The barbecue special included pork shoulder, beef brisket, jerk chicken, and pork ribs, and everything was packed with flavor. The cornbread deserves its own shoutout. It was honestly some of the best I've ever had in my life. Perfectly sweetened, crispy on the edges, and unlike anything I've tasted before. I'll be dreaming about it forever. The in-house pickled vegetables were also a fantastic touch alongside the meats. We paired our meal with margaritas and they were excellent. The house skinny margarita was refreshing, and the spicy version was perfectly balanced with just the right amount of heat. Service was great too. The team was friendly and even gave us recommendations for other restaurants to try in the area. They also have a large outdoor seating area with artwork and an entirely separate section of the restaurant. It felt very spacious and seemed able to accommodate all types of parties, from couples to large groups. If I had to nitpick, I'd say the kids' menu could use a little more variety, and the chips and queso weren't our favorite. The chips were a bit stale and the queso was a little underwhelming. But honestly, everything else was so good that it more than made up for that. Highly recommend this spot and definitely go for what they're known for which is their barbecue. read more

We sat in the "corral" area. The ambiance is superb, you'd never know what's tucked away in this restaurant until you visit. The food is delish! We also got chips and guacamole and deviled eggs to share and the deviled eggs were topped with duck breast - delicious. Margaritas were great, service was quick! read more

Terlingua - Terlingua Board - Barbeque Near Me - Portland, Maine

Order the: deviled eggs, mac and cheese, any of their drinks (especially the margaritas) and the tuna crudo. The guac, queso, and salsa aren't a bad way to start your meal, either. Modern Tex-Mex BBQ in a fantastic neighborhood, with great service, wonderful food, and an even better ambience (think: like, 10 types of patios). Arrive early or make a reservation, because they're beyond busy! read more

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When you think of Portland, ME, you don't usually think of excellent BBQ or Mexican food. But also only in Portland can you find unique and quality Tex-Mex food along with great hospitality! We went during the cold season so didn't get a chance to check out their patio, though I do believe parts of it were still open and covered. I would definitely recommend making a reservation if you can, it was quite busy when went. The chip basket got free refills, which was a huge hit with our little one. The chips themselves were thinly sliced, crisp, well-seasoned, and not greasy - aka perfect! I got the small dinner board, which was anything but small. It came with 1lb of that day's meats, which included 2 pork ribs, pulled pork, 2 wings, and a giant slice of brisket, along with corn bread, house-made pickles, and a side of potato salad. The potato salad wasn't too mayo-heavy and had a nice vinegar tang to it. The corn bread was moist and buttery. The brisket was my favorite thing on the board - so fall-apart tender. The service was friendly and attentive, and all the food came out in a timely manner. I can't wait to come back! read more

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I have been wanting to try Terlingua for YEARS now and finally did it last night. It did not disappoint! First off, there are many spaces to choose from when you book a reservation. There was nothing left in the dining room so we chose an enclosed outdoor space. It was a warm night, so figured being outside with a plastic enclosure would not be that bad. We were correct. There were propane heaters throughout the space, but none of them were on where it was a warm evening. Maybe dead of winter wouldn't really work out there, but for milder temperatures, it was a great option to the dining room. Our waitress was friendly and helpful in drink and meal selections. My husband and I had the large meat board. This is definitely enough food for at least three people. The meats on the board are the choices for the evening which in our case were. Smoked prime brisket, pork belly burnt ends, garlic sausage, and pork shoulder. **know that they make a certain amount of meat for the evening and when that is out, it is out! We eat a lot of barbecue in my family. This had to be the best barbecue I've eaten without being in TX. The meal came with the house side, which was a yummy coleslaw. It is also was accompanied by four big hunks of honey butter cornbread, pickled vegetables, and pickles, and two wonderful sauces - the house made barbecue, and a great mustard sauce that went beautifully with the sausage and the Brisket. You can get additional sides, but we figured this was going to be enough food, and it was, with leftovers to spare. The drink I had was an apple cider-based cocktail. It was very refreshing and perfect for the fall season. I felt the price of the mail was reasonable for the quantity of food given. Especially in Portland where the prices go up and the meal sizes go down. Parking is street parking which can be a bit of a pain. All in all, we will definitely be back! read more

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Best patio in Portland. Only it's more than just a patio. And, truly, IYKYK. Option #1: The "Deck" - this area offers covered outdoor seating (which is good for summer) AND overhead heaters (which is good for shoulder seasons). It's attached to their building. Tables are for 2 to 6 people. No dogs allowed. Reservations accepted. Option #2: The "Margarita Garden" - this area offers picnic tables and is set downward in essentially what's their backyard. Dogs allowed. Reservable from May 1st to October 31st, otherwise it's walk-ins only/weather dependent. Option #3: The "Corral" - this area is also located in their backyard, it's more exposed to sun in the summer but also offers overhead heaters/decorative propane heaters for shoulder season weather. Picnic tables and bar seats. No dogs allowed. Reservations accepted. Option #4: The "Sunset Patio" - the patio area is for drinks only, seating is in Adirondack chairs. Dogs allowed. No reservations. Which to sit in? Totally preferential. I have a favorite! And I've found my new go-to spot for chips and sips. My advice if you're also a lover of little treats?!: Get whatever the frozen daiquiri option is (because it's going to be amazingly delicious and amazingly strong), get an order of chips and guacamole (thin yet strong crispy, salty tortilla chips and a decent scoop of chunky guacamole), sit outside (you can even make a reservation in advance), know you're in Portland but feel like you're on vacation somewhere else because the vibe here is just THAT immersive and unique. It's both quiet and "remote" somehow despite being right on Washington Ave. Vegan? Gluten-free? Don't be scared, their menu is clearly labeled! (^ I can't speak to anything but the chips and guacamole at this time, but the tempura mushrooms sound amazing.) read more

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Got two chicken lime tacos for a quick lunch. All I can say is I wouldn't grab them again. The tortillas were soaked in oil. I think it was cheese that was burned to the tortillas as well. I get tacos can be messy, but these were an absolute mess. I opened the container and there was salsa, and chicken and over the to go container. No utensils, no napkins. I get food can be messy, but this was gross. Flavor was oil and salsa with a heaping soak of sour cream. Again I get food can be messy, not complaining as much about that as I am flavor, seasoning, and excessive oil and burned cheese. Just gross. I don't know as though I will get them again. A bit disappointed to say the least for two tacos at 19$! Prepared and presented that way. read more

Terlingua is a bustling space with a wait even when you have a reservation. My margarita was legit. Honestly the worst queso I've ever had...congealed before it hit the table. Please do the salsa or guac instead. We also shared the small board which was plenty of food. The only decent item on it was the bean salad. The brisket wasn't cut correctly, the jalapeño sausage was mealy, and the pulled pork was just not good. Wish I had tried something more along the lines of TexMex since we are spoiled on BBQ in NC. Should have known better! read more

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I've heard a lot about this place and never got the chance to check it out until today. I never thought this place was so big and had plenty of seatings. Our server was very great and checking in on us. My party ordered a bunch of food to share which was all very delicious. The deviled eggs were 10/10! Overall good place for BBQ and tacos! read more

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We went with 3 couples. We loved all the food and drinks were great too. Had a wonderful server too.

I was told this was a place I had to try and I left surprised by how average it was. The atmosphere was weird which would not matter if the food was great, but it was not. The highlight of the meal were the drinks which is never a good sign read more

We're Texans and we loved the bbq! Meat was cooked to perfection. Brisket is usually a miss outside of Texas but these guys nailed it. Our waitress was very well informed and had the daily specials and drink menu memorized. The weather was perfect for outdoor dining we enjoyed our dinner on a picnic table on the patio. Try this place if you're in town! read more

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My friend took me to Terlingua for some BBQ while I was visiting up in Portland... man do I wish this place had more locations. The food, ambiance, and service here were awesome! We sat in a very cool atmosphere outdoor, I loved the picnic tables and orange theme. We got the chips and queso and a BBQ tray to split. It was a perfect portion, and super yummy. The queso was decent Tex-Mex quality, and the chips were tasty. The BBQ tray was definitely the star of the show - the meat was cooked to perfection. It came with brisket, pork shoulder, and sausage link. Additionally it came with some Tex Mex salad and fresh cornbread. My favorite was definitely the sausage - it was so juicy and flavor, you can't beat it. The brisket and pork were also very good. I liked how there was a variety of different meats on the tray to sample. The service was also great, the waiters were all super attentive and even took the time to move us to a spot with more coverage as it started raining outside. I will 200% be back here when I visit Portland again! read more

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Good place! Muy bonito la parte trasera! The food looks good. The service in the morning is slow cause no to many people. And the ambience the video can tell you..... Nevermind I just waiting for 30min a simple breakfast and cero attention. Nobody talk to me in the 30min. I dont know if cause im hispanic. Well I never came back. read more

We had a group of 12 visit and everyone loved the experience. We sat at two tables of 6 -- shared the ceviche, tacos, Saddle Up Board, chips, salsa, guacamole, brussel sprouts and cornbread. We loved all of it! Everything was fantastic including the Terlingua Old Fashioned. Addie our waitress was awesome and we enjoyed the atmosphere. I high recommend if you haven't been. read more

I've been here so many times over the years. Business dinners, dinner with friends, or just for drinks. I come for the atmosphere inside and out, the service, and the cocktails. I think the food is very good, but not wow good, but who cares when you having fun and leave happy you came? Note that there is a 3% charge added to your bill for a "fair wage" charge. Some people have a strong reaction to that being included when it's not disclosed up front by the server and shows up on their bill. It is on the menu tho, but it certainly doesn't jump out at you. read more

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This was a very unique setup. There are 3 outdoor seating areas that we could see along with their own bar. The service was amazing and all the employees were so friendly. We started with the chips, guac and salsa. All very fresh!! I had the Tacos Dorados which were amazing. Great price $18 and very filling. The Margarita was one of the best. My daughter and SIL had the brisket and said it was a 9.5 and carnitas a 9.4. Pretty good for picky eaters. Definitely have this on my places to return to and explore more of the menu. A downer is the parking. Washington Ave has flourished over the years and street parking is at a minimum. We did find parking on a side street, not too far away. read more

Terlingua - Tacos Dorados - Barbeque Near Me - Portland, Maine

Mexican-BBQ-fusion restaurant with table service. The small bbq plate ($36) is listed as having 1# of meat but probably had 2X that amount and was quite filling. The brisket was juicy and had a thin bark - I wish it had a smokier taste; the pickled accompaniments were quite good and the bbq sauce was on the sweeter, not spicy side. The sausage and pork ribs were my favorites on the board. Sometimes pork ribs are a gamble and taste like straight up hot dogs to me - but not here, they had a great flavor. I'd be willing to go here again when I'm in the area. read more

10/10! 10/10! 10/10! was recommended terlingua, looked at their social media and was sold. holy shit. succotash was AMAZING. sticky ribs with peanuts and cilantro, probably the best ribs i've had in a long time ! the glaze was so flavorful. the bbq was all so delicious. we got a chocolate mousse dessert that was to die for. read more

Went here this past weekend for a lunch. I have been here before but this time I had the pleasure to sit in their outdoor area which was very spacious and a great spot for a lunch. Server was very welcoming and Friendly too. This is a great place to have some good food and a beer outside with the nice weather that we've been having. The chips and salsa were very nice and definitely some of the better salsa I've had in the area. My main was the lunch platter and priced at $27 it's a great deal. It came with grilled cornbread which honey butter which was sweet and very delicious. The pickled veggies and the salad were all very good additions too. It came with smoked sausage, brisket, and pork shoulder. All the meats were excellent and cooked to perfection. Very juicy and very flavorful. The bbq sauces on the side added to this as well and I enjoyed them a lot. Overall, this place is very nice and an interesting combination of bbq and Mexican. Would highly recommend a lunch or dinner here. I don't think you'd be disappointed! *this is only our opinion* read more

Terlingua - Chips and salsa - Barbeque Near Me - Portland, Maine

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The restaurant scene in Portland has expanded a lot and this restaurant appears to be in a gentrified section of Portland. On street parking is a particular challenge, so be advised. Also make sure you have reservations at least a week to two weeks in advance or be prepared for a long wait. To me, Terlingua has "hipster" written all over it from the Nepal Prayer flags hanging on the ceiling to the $14 Mojito to the 3% Fair Wage surcharge. I imagine I'm the wrong demographic, but Terlingua seemed to be trying to appeal of Gen Z and not to the average traveler. Still, it does deserve to be judged on the merits of its food. My wife and I both ordered the smoked brisket tacos (two to an order (&19) with avocado salsa, Vidalia onion, Chihuahua cheese, cilantro, flour tortillas. They had a special that evening that included a corn, bell pepper salsa and they generously agreed to substitute that for the avocado salsa on my order. The avocado salsa proved to be a bit too spicy for my wife, so we swapped our second taco. Honestly, I much more enjoyed the corn salsa than the regular salsa, no so much because of the spice, but because of the flavor. The smoked brisket was a bit on the dry side, but flavorful. My wife liked her blueberry mojito (even though it was red) and I, as always, enjoyed my Diet Coke. Service was slow, but we suspect our waitress forgot to actually place the order because several tables that were seated after us were served before us. Once we asked about the status of our order, our food was delivered within five minutes. All in all, the food was fine (but not outstanding), the service was friendly (but not outstanding) and the ambiance was fine (but seemed a bit artificial). If you are looking for Mexican/Barbeque and have made a reservation and can find a parking spot, this is a fine place for dinner. However, if the stars don't align, don't feel cheated if you need to go somewhere else. read more

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Came here for their "Hell Night" and totally forgot to post! This was their first (hopefully not last) "Hell Night" event and it was spectacular. Each course spicer than the previous, even the dessert and drinks were spicy. I'm a huge fan of this restaurant as it is, their deviled eggs are a part of my life. This was by far one of my favorite food experience I've had in Portland. The bartender explained that the peppers were all grown by the restaurant by employees and how excited everyone was to do this. They started with a deviled egg with a perfectly fried oyster on top of it and a little hidden spicy pepper inside. A lobster stuffed Fresno popper and these smoked scotch bonnet, chicken wings. Next was a brisket meatball covered in their barbecue sauce and some crispy onions. The texture of the meatball was perfect and the spice was definitely present but not overbearing. The duck was insane and I could've eaten 10 orders of it and I'm praying it comes back as a special over the summer I'm not a fan of cooked apples, like refuse to eat them, but this was so good I couldn't look up from my dish. read more

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This was an interesting combo barbecue and Latin restaurant with a lovely deck and view. It's worth coming here for the atmosphere alone! We've heard good things about the ribs so of course we ordered those. They were so good we ordered a second batch. They were sticky and sweet with a perfect amount of Smokey flavor. To me this was the best thing I had at the restaurant. We also ordered ceviche because when in Portland you have to have seafood. It was also good...very refreshing. I ordered the brisket tacos and my husband got the Baja fish tacos. I tried the fish tacos and they were great. I thought the brisket was good but not amazing like the ribs. I forgot to mention that we also ordered cocktails. I got a spicy margarita and my husband got an old fashioned. Both were delicious. read more

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Posting my review late since I thought I already did back in September 2023. Terlingua is one of my favorite local spots. The food is incredible. What the three of us shared: Onion rings topped with pork carnitas. Delicious. Lunch board: brisket, ribs, sausage, veggies and cornbread Beef and cheese taquitos Cauliflower and sweet potatoes - loved this! This sweet corn succotash was my favorite. read more

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Might be the best BBQ I've ever had. Holy smoke. Pulled pork-amazing. Brisket tacos-unbelievable. Drinks-great. Great service.

A cold, sleety day - hopping for the margarita garden but Mother Nature didn't agree. Still, another day enjoying delicious food. We couldn't order one of the tacos because they didn't have the ingredients - with a tiny menu, every item need to be available at the start of lunchtime. So instead we ordered the smoked brisket tacos - wow - lots of delicious beef...but they needed something acidic such as pickled onions or jalapeños. Missed opportunity. read more

Terlingua - Warm Mexican corn and butter bean salad - warm and delicious - Barbeque Near Me - Portland, Maine

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Really cute spot in Portland with covered, heated outdoor seating. Service was very kind. We got drinks, the bbq board, and the mac n cheese. The bbq board was delicious, albeit a bit cold (I wish it had been warmed up or something...). The Mac n cheese was really satisfying and delicious. read more

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You can find Terlingua at 40 Washington Ave, Portland, ME 04101 - I believe they call this East Bayside. You'll find a small storefront that looks more like a bodega than a restaurant, with items for sale in the window - don't be fooled - the place extends well into the back and onto an expansive deck with several full bars. Parking is on the street out front - we had no issues parking withing a few hundred feet of the restaurant. We ended up at Terlingua having been referred to it by some deal friends who visit Maine annually as an escape from Atlanta heat. The inside is eclectic and has a coastal Latino vibe. on this night we were seated immediately and provided menus, as well as some salsa and fresh corn chips - both were excellent. We studied the menu and asked a lot of questions from our poor server, who was very good. * Baha Fish tacos - two fairly large tacos with several pieces of lightly fried haddock, a bit of shredded cabbage, a drizzle of crema and sriracha, topped with fresh cilantro in big flour tortilla - these were very good and will satisfy any fish taco lover. * Mushroom tacos - two very large flour tortillas stuffed with hen-of-the-woods, a coriander-soy glaze and a bit of guero salsa. Good but I felt the glaze to be a bit too sweet. * Tres Leche cake - good but a lot more dense than we're used to - I suspect this was frozen then lightly thawed for service. I think we're spoiled in Atlanta as it's fairly consistent here and has a more delicate quality. This was good but very dense and filling (may be your thing?) Overall I'd give the restaurant, meal and service 4.5 stars but rounding up as I liked the vibe and menu a lot. Service, as mentioned previously, was excellent. We had only stopped in a for quick bite and intended to visit a brewery nearby, but noticed as we finished the entrees that it was pouring down rain outside so we dug into the dessert - it basically did us in. read more

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