The first time we went to La Sombra Cantina we thought we were going back to Pineda's. We were…read moresurprised at the change and hoped it was at least as good as Pineda's. We were very pleasantly surprised. It's even better in my opinion. The people are very warm and friendly. The food is really delicious. I love that they bring not only good salsa with their fresh hot chips, but also a tomatillo sauce and a black bean dip. We've now eaten there several times. The taco meat has a nicely charred flavor. The tamales were very good. (I'm picky about my tamales. I've tried their ranchero sauce, chili con carne, and sour cream sauce. None of them disappoint. Their rice isn't dry like it is at many other Tex-Mex places. And their $5.00 all day frozen margaritas are worth it. We usually go for the lunch specials that run until 4:00. They don't have mole on the menu, yet. I'm looking forward to their future specials. In this day and age where it's hard to keep a restaurant open, I really hope this one survives. It's not fancy, but the food and service make it worth it. And I'm a picky person when it comes to spending money on food I don't make myself.

First off, not a fan of the decor, it's in a strip center and the tables need to be arranged to be…read moremore cozy. We have been to some nicer hole-in-the-wall restaurants, that we liked better, and felt more at home. The conference room chairs are uncomfortable, along with the flat decor with loud colors. For the food, all we can say is Meh...and the drinks are weak. There are so many better mexican restaurants to dine with, in this City.

Salsa is good not too hot. Food comes out pretty quickly! It does have a small patio area.read more

This was my second time visiting Mena's Grill, but my first time dining in and sitting at the bar…read more Customer service was excellent -- truly a 5 out of 5. The bartender was attentive, kind, and professional. The atmosphere felt welcoming, and you can tell they have loyal regulars, which always speaks well of a restaurant. The staff overall seemed consistent and friendly. Now for the food. I ordered the queso to start. The flavor was good, but it wasn't hot -- more lukewarm than fresh-out-the-kitchen warm. For my entrée, I had the skirt steak with beans, pico de gallo, enchilada, and rice. The flavors were solid, but again, the plate came out lukewarm. For a Tex-Mex spot, temperature really matters. I don't need it piping hot, but I do expect my food to feel freshly made and properly heated when it arrives. That was my only disappointment. I've ordered carryout before without issue, and because the service and vibe are strong, I will definitely be back to give it another try. I just hope next time the food comes out hot and fresh. Overall: great service, good flavors, strong local energy -- just room for improvement on food temperature.

What a pleasant surprise. We went to Hirsch's Meat Market to pick up a prime rib roast for…read moreChristmas dinner, and stopped by Alexander's for lunch. It is not a pretentious place, but small and warm. We were seated promptly, ordered guacamole for an appetizer, then chile rellenos for the main course. The chile relleno is the star of the show. You have your choice of three fillings, but cheese was our choice. It comes with the classic ranchero sauce, not some of the weird toppings I have seen at some restaurants. The chile was loaded with cheese, and cooked just right. The only downside to the meal was the guacamole. It was too salty. We like it salty, but this was a little much. It was devoured anyway, but just a word of warning to those who don't like salty food. The service was attentive; the lady pleasant. Bottom line - we will be back to explore other items on the menu. I hear the chicken mole calling me.

Unfortunately we went on probably their first week being open, and with a party of ten, with a…read morereservation. Almost every table was taken. Service was just slightly discombobulated. We got there at 6:30 PM and our food eventually showed up at 8:15 PM. The friend sitting next to didn't eat his tortilla soup because he didn't like the taste. I took my meal home and ate on Saturday night. Will we go back? If we do try it again it will not be with a large group. The staff was very courteous and apologetic.

Best new local find - food is incredible and prices are reasonable. Loved how nice and comfortable…read morethe inside was too!

I was so hungry when we had gotten to the restaurant, taking pictures of anything completely…read moreskipped my mind. It had a cute patio (it was too cold at the time) and inside is somewhat intimate with how dimly lit it is. Service was pretty straightforward, we ordered and we were checked on consistently. I had ordered Manuel's enchiladas and they were so perfectly saucy. I like that there was a variety because I can never make up my mind on what I want. We finished off with the coconut flan and it was everything I wanted. The coconut flavor and flakes added a whole different level to flan for me. I've never had it this way before. I look forward to having it again!

Stopped in for lunch on a whim and was pleasantly surprised. The complimentary chips and salsa were…read moreheated up and very fresh. I must say I really enjoyed them! I ordered the nachos with carne asada. They came on a huge platter with dollops of guacamole, sour cream and pico de gallo in the middle. They use the same cheese as the queso in a bowl so it's more fluid which I LOVED! The carne asada was diced small and cooked to perfection...crispy outside and tender inside with not a bit of fat or gristle. They were so good I couldn't stop! I planned on taking half with me but ended up eating practically the whole platter. Their iced tea is freshly brewed and is also delicious. I'll be back soon to try some of their other dishes. The food was so good I forgot to take any pictures!

When our Aunt Rachel McMahon flies down from Wisconsin, she and her husband stay with family in…read morePlano, so we made the trip up to Plano from Dallas after church. We found this charming hole in the wall in East Plano. The ambience is casual, Mexican chic with folk art on the walls and World Cup soccer on a big screen TV. Bilingual service was attentive and well paced. We ordered the shrimp ceviche tostadas and queso for appetizers and we all give two thumbs up for the freshly made authentic entrees. We topped our meal off with flan and five leches cake.

I enjoy dinner at this location. The staff is really good and accommodating. We ordered the…read morefajitas, it's not called that though lol and the guacamole appetizer. Well prepared, tender steak and chicken. Nothing was bland. It's dimly lit, not too loud at all. The parking is uncomplicated. Authentic Mexican.

So good we went two consecutive days during Valentines weekend. Really enjoyed what we had from…read moretheir authentic Mexican fare. Arrachera plate was tender, black beans and rice also deserve their special mention. It was so good all together wrapped around their house corn tortilla. The following day I ordered the Camarones à la Diabla. Spicy, sweet and tangy sauce doused over 6 shrimps served with rice and sweet plantains. Ate the whole thing then started dipping the complementary chips on the sauce although their salsa is pretty good too. Service was seamless and nothing to complain about. The room is dim but vibrant at the same time. A lot of family dining in during Friday early dinner and Valentine's Day brunch. I honestly can't wait to comeback again.

Been dying to try this place and it did not disappoint. I love the authenticity and creativity…read moreSueño offers, fusing traditional Mexican dishes and hospitality with modern presentation and unique flavors. Ceviche and Pork/chicharron appetizers were both terrific.

I really wanted to like this place. I went twice over the last few months and just felt it was…read morelacking. The service was good, ambiance was okay for the space. The food was fine. I don't have any one big complaint. It just doesn't really hit with me when I'm looking for this type of cuisine. We went for the cocktail program. It's pretty standard for what you pay nowadays. I'm short, this place is average at the price point. I can't think of a scenario where we would be coming back unless someone invited me for a birthday or something.

Updated review:…read more FOOD: had the Fernando Pasta, which was fettuccine, shrimp, capers, spinach in a buttery sauce. It was outstanding! I have been coming for years and it continues to be consistently good and first time to have pasta at a Mexican restaurant. Highly recommend! ATMOSPHERE: Still stays packed and is always busy. SERVICE: The service is usually the variable here; however, tonight was good. The waiter never told us his name, which is a pet peeve of mine but he was great. TIP: Splurge and get dessert, they are all good.

We live in the neighborhood and had eaten here a few times. I always get the fajitas. They are huge…read moreand delicious, enough to split with 2 people. Our favorite Mexican food spot. It's always fast service and a fun experience.