I tried Tortilla Flats for the first time last night and I was happy with the experience! We went around 6:00 on a Saturday night so I was a little worried there wouldn't be a table available. Thankfully they had plenty and we were seated right away. The restaurant itself is nicely decorated and has a massive and well stocked bar. We were seated next to the bar and window and I will say that it made for a pretty loud experience. Nothing they can necessarily do about that though. Our waitress was attentive and had great recommendations for food. I ordered the iced tea and the "incredible burrito". Our food came out quickly and I was impressed by the portion sizes and quality of the food. If I had to give a minor criticism is that I felt the plate was actually a bit too small for the meal. Everything kind of melded together and fell off the plate. However, everything else was great. The rice was plentiful and had a nice flavor. The chili was a great addition and the burrito itself was filled well and I enjoyed the chicken and beef. This is definitely a place I would come back to, and with such an expansive menu there's something different you could try each time you come in. read more

Tortilla Flats - Incredible Burrito - Mexican Near Me - Providence, Rhode Island

I had some coupons for tacos from here so I decided to check them out on a Friday night. They dont have a designated parking lot, but there is a lot of street parking in the area. It was pretty packed for a late night. We were seated at a booth immediately upon entering, and our waitress brought us out some water. She gave us the taco options; they were pretty standard in that it was beef, chicken, pork, or veggies and either ground or shredded. We realized that on Tuesdays, they offer these tacos for $2 when you buy a drink which is a good deal considering they were big and filling. We ended up ordering 2 crunchy tacos and 2 soft tacos, beef and pork. To accompany the tacos, we tried their buff-a-que wings. We thought $15 was a lot for wings since it was on the appetizer menu, but it came with 10 wings so not bad. They were okay; the skin was grilled, but the flavor was a but subtle. The tacos were big, and decent. The meat was tender, and flavorful, and the lettuce and tomato made them taste more fresh. read more

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A Providence institution! The Flats has been around for a long time because it's an amazing restaurant! The drinks are fantastic. The food is deliciously eclectic. The staff is warm and wonderful. The recent ownership change kept all the core values of The Flats and added wing Wednesday and a few other nice bits. read more

It had been a few years since I had visited Tortilla Flats, which has been a fixture in PVD since the 1970's. My friend and I happened to be in the area and since we both had fond memories of this establishment, and we had RI Food Fights Tacomania coupons, we were excited for a walk down memory lane. We ordered drinks off of the seasonal menu. I tried the autumn sangria, which was pretty weak. My friend liked her mocktail. For food, we started with chips and salsa, which were good. Our ground beef tacos and pork tacos were served in crunchy shells and were a few steps above Taco Bell. Not the best I've had, but certainly not the worst. My friend enjoyed a cheese quesadilla, and I liked my ground beef tamale which was smothered with red enchilada sauce and melted cheddar. We also ordered Mexican rice, which was pretty standard, although the rice and the salsa had a spice (cumin?) that I wasn't really fond of. The real standout of the meal for us was the pumpkin cheesecake. This was absolutely amazing and instead of splitting one slice, we probably should have each ordered our own. I would go back again just for the pumpkin cheesecake, it was that good! Service at Tortilla Flats was ok - there were a variety of servers who all seemed to be working together with taking orders & delivering food & drinks. The vibe of the restaurant on a Saturday afternoon was pretty relaxed and enjoyable. read more

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I would give the service here 5 stars. The staff is wonderful and I only have good things to say. The restaurant was clean and the ambiance was pleasant too. Nothing over the top, but it's neat and clean and I like the set up. I came here for RI food fights best taco RI and well it's just not that. The tacos, along with my cocktail, was underwhelming. I was honestly disappointed. If they can step up their game with the food and drink quality, this place has potential. The staff is so great that I hope they can bring the a game in the kitchen! read more

Tortilla Flats - Best taco RI? - Mexican Near Me - Providence, Rhode Island

I'm surprised how much this place has gone downhill since covid. This used to be our regular place to go; when we first moved to Rhode Island a friend introduced us to Flats and we would go at least once a week. Then Covid hit and it took them much longer than any other local place to finally reopen with the restrictions/protections in place so we got out of the habit of going all the time. We just went for the first time in probably a couple months and the food has gone way down hill, they have significantly changed the menu and the quality of the food just isn't the same. The salsa just doesn't have the same sweetness it used to have and it even looked different, they removed my go-to item the Savannah Quesadilla and also removed the buffalo chicken Quesadilla as well. They also either don't know how to make churros anymore or they are being real stingy on the cinnamon sugar; rather than them being coated in it they just sprinkled some on top so it felt like we were just eating bland dough sticks. The one saving grace is that their drinks are always good and strong, usually only need one of the Flats Margaritas to get a buzz going. One last note, they now seem to charge a fee to use credit/debit cards. We were extremely surprised to see the fee on our check as they have never had it before and I don't remember it being stated anywhere on the new menus that they now have this fee. read more

We returned to this restaurant a few days ago after a gap of more than two years. The place was as lively as it ever was although less full than it is usually as the university semesters were now over. We had a Garden Quesadilla and a crispy Tostada- both large servings were quite tasty. (I was unable to finish the latter and took half of it home and had it the next day.) We shared a large Chocolate Lava Cake. All this was washed down with large and delicious (and potent) Margaritas- perhaps comparable with the best we have had in the city. Our server,Alyssa, was attentive and cheerful. The check came to a reasonable $66. We will return sooner than later. read more

Tortilla Flats - The bar and dining area. - Mexican Near Me - Providence, Rhode Island

Tortilla Flats seems to have been around forever and RI Food Fights 'Taco Mania' finally brought us in. There was a 'Taco Tuesday' special so we order a few extra. The tacos were okay, but nothing special. The service was good, but felt sort of rushed. And the atmosphere was more like a local watering hole than a restaurant. We really wanted to love this place, but all in all, it was just okay. read more

Tortilla Flats - Shredded Beef & Pulled Pork Tacos - Mexican Near Me - Providence, Rhode Island

Our waitress was great! The food was not. My steak and shrimp fajitas had random vegetables that overpowered the authenticity of the dish. The server didn't know sliced avocado was guacamole, or that flour tortillas are "the white ones". The dishes were bland, salsa was blah, and no horchata? Very disappointed except for our server! read more

Tortilla Flats - Steak and shrimp fajitas with uncooked bell peppers - Mexican Near Me - Providence, Rhode Island

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A few friends and I got together to catch up and enjoy some food and I'm so glad we picked this spot for our meet up. I hate to admit it, but it's been years since I was last here and I had forgotten how much I love this place. Decades ago, I lived in this neighborhood and this was our go to place to hang out. Walking in all these years later, it still feels familiar. The staff is friendly and welcoming, the food is delicious, and the whole vibe is fun. They have new owners now, so if you haven't been to visit in a while, make a point to stop by and check it out for yourself, you won't be disappointed. read more

Tortilla Flats - Flats Famous Fried Ice Cream - Mexican Near Me - Providence, Rhode Island

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Honestly? Not great. The food was not great, the drinks were not great, & the ambience was not great. The waitstaff though? Fabulous, funny, attentive, & kind. I found the menu to be overly confusing, too. I sound like a curmudgeon here, but I just wanted a simple & comforting meal paired with simple & comforting drinks. I didn't want my chicken cooked with cinnamon, I didn't sweet potato fries inside my quesadilla, I didn't want Sprite in my margarita. It was all just doing too much. Too much & then still not good. Oh & as leftovers? Completely inedible & unsalvageable. My leftovers (after being carefully examined & all kitty toxins removed) went to my neighborhood stray cat. read more

Tortilla Flats - Menu - Mexican Near Me - Providence, Rhode Island

Overall, I loved my dinner at tortilla Flats. Service was quick and the restaurant itself is cute and cozy. The stand out item for me was the buffalo chicken chips. I wasn't expecting to like them so much but they were absolutely delicious and I've been wanting to go back to get them again! read more

Amazing atmosphere and food! I have been there plenty of times and gotten takeout a number of times and both are great options. The service is friendly, fast and super accommodating. I highly recommend getting a burrito as a bowl if you're gluten free, SO good! read more

Fiesta Pasta - Surprisingly Incredible! I wasn't expecting to love pasta at a Mexican restaurant, but wow--this dish blew me away. The Fiesta Pasta was flavorful, perfectly cooked, and packed with just the right mix of spices and ingredients. I hesitated at first (because, you know... pasta at a Mexican spot?), but it turned out to be one of the best decisions of the night. Highly recommend giving it a try--I'd absolutely order it again. read more

Tortilla Flats - Fiesta Pasta - Mexican Near Me - Providence, Rhode Island

I love Tortilla Flats and have been a semi-regular here since moving to R.I. from L.A. over 8 years ago- think a local Chili's but WAY better! The margaritas are delicious and strong and the atmosphere is great (although, it can get quite busy and loud at certain times). I always order the three item combo with a shredded beef taco, chicken enchilada with mole, and the third option I switch up but lately it's been the chicken burrito. I've tried the ribs once and they were good but i'm a creature of habit so I stick to what I know I love! I would say the margaritas are the best in town (especially for the price point) with only my bassist making a better one at home- I either go with the house or coconut on the rocks with salt. Prices have gone up over the past 8 years but they have everywhere. I hope this place sticks around with the news of the sale. I dig one of the window seats for the view and the service is always fantastic! *I wish they were still open on Mondays read more

Pre pandemic I lived very close to tortilla flats and frequented it. I recently went back for the first time in about a year for dinner with friends. I split the Armadillo and Diablo quesadillas with one of my friends. The Armadillo was delicious, and the Diablo was surprisingly spicy. I'm glad I only had half because I had to smoother my second fourth with sour cream to prevent a lot of discomfort. I think it would be the perfect dish for someone into spice. The restaurant is very comfortable with a mix of booths, tables, and bar seating, and our server was very nice and attentive. There's street parking, but generally I find that easy on either hope or Olney St. read more

Tortilla Flats - Armadillo and Diablo Quesadillas - Mexican Near Me - Providence, Rhode Island

I arrived before meeting my friend and they sat me immediately on a busy Friday night. We had a wonderful waitress who was very attentive. My friend and I both ordered a plate of nachos, which could have had more cheese but overall was very tasty. I had crisp tostadas over rice and I don't know what she had (something with beef and cornbread) but we both thought they were very good. I would highly recommend going back. It's been about two years since I was there so was not sure what to expect, but I will definitely be going back. it was a busy night and they didn't rush us and my friend and I got a nice chance to catch up over drinks and a good meal! read more

Food is top notch! Taco Tuesday... $2 tacos, can't go wrong! Margaritas and sangria are on point? Always great specials! Employees treat customers like they are friends, we always enjoy coming back! Ryan and Kristen are the best and literally the best "addition" to the flats family! Always working hard and always with a smile! The atmosphere is always loud and happy and exactly what you are looking for! read more

Tortilla Flats of years ago is a memory. The Flats today is filthy and tired and the food is right off the Sysco truck. Nothing is fresh. Let me repeat that - nothing is fresh. The mole in the chicken dish is made with hershey's syrup and pre-cooked frozen chicken with fake grill marks that is just reheated. Come on! Years ago we loved Tortilla Flats. Now it's just a sad reminder of what it used to be. And it's filthy. The wood panels are caked with dust and grime and the artwork hasn't been wiped down in god knows how long. Don't get me started on the cobwebs. We went with friends and left sad and a little grossed out. Go to Chilangos; skip The Flats. read more

Tortilla Flats - Mexican Near Me - Providence, Rhode Island

The food was very good the Catfish was season and cooked perfect. The waitress Dawn was of great help and service we have never eaten here before. Nice cozy relaxing place to enjoy a nice filling dinner not to loud or quiet regular conversations carrying on. I will be back before the Jalapeño fish and chips special is over. read more

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Great food, service, and the general atmosphere. Ryan took over and is crushing it! Go to spot for Mexican food and laid back vibe.

Run, don't walk to get their Pumpkin Cheesecake. Best I have ever had!house made and light as air, sooo good!

So drinks were watered down. Chips nothing Special and Hard. Then dinner came and had duo Chicken Burrito and Chicken Enchilda. Both had precooked tasteless Chicken.. looked like ground. Nothing else in them. Seemed premade and reheated. Wife's Chimichangas was same. Desert.. poor. Fried Ice Cream was not good. She'll it was served in was non edible. This place Use to be great. Must be new owners Service was good read more

Tortilla Flats - Mexican Near Me - Providence, Rhode Island

Tortilla Flats is a Rhode Island classic--just about everyone around here has memories of this beloved Tex-Mex spot. For decades, it's been the go-to place for bold tacos, sizzling fajitas, and their famous margaritas. The lively vibe and welcoming staff keep regulars coming back, and new visitors feel like part of the family from the start. It's a place that's woven into Rhode Island's dining culture, a spot where friends and families gather for good times and unforgettable flavors. read more

Sitting at the bar I look over at the bartender touching everything including face and hair and then to see they use their bare hands to get the chips out of the trash bucket. We did ask why they use their bare hands ,they replied with. That's how they do it. Literally bare hands scooping up chips to put them in a basket. The bar area was fine. Not much going on at noon read more

They still got it! As solid and delicious as ever! And our server Dwight was fantastic! Missed this place soooo much!!! Got my usual- flats marg and choose three combo with two shredded beef tacos and a chicken enchilada with mole....yum! read more

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I've been lucky enough to come to tortilla flats since before Mexican food was a thing. A great low key restaurant with Tex Mexican food. They have some seriously hot salsa if you ask for it. Not pretentious or upscale - just solid food and drink. read more

Tortilla Flats - Coconut margarita and chimichanga - Mexican Near Me - Providence, Rhode Island

NACHOS. the nachos are so good and they're loaded!! Cute little restaurant in Providence. My server was so sweet and the drinks were perfect! read more

They should legally have to change their name from tortilla flats to something else because this is not the old tortilla flats. The tried and true margarita that's always been delicious was absolutely disgusting and undrinkable. The steak tips I ordered were more like steak nuggets and were overcooked while the onions and mushrooms were barely warmed up at all, and the pulled pork sliders were less than satisfying. Another Providence institution down the tubes. read more

Excellent! Love the fajitas. Wish they opened at noon. Cant wait to go back. Becsreful woth the long island iced tea.

Solid northern Tex-Mex food. Inexpensive restaurant on the East Side. Great margaritas.

cute little mexican spot in prov that i always love to go to! the service was quick & the waitress was so sweet. i got the taco salad with steak.. the steak was absolutely delicious. my boyfriend always gets the big tex burger whenever we come here. the chips & salsa are always a must have. we will be back soon! read more

Tortilla Flats - Cactus Flower - Mexican Near Me - Providence, Rhode Island

I'm certain I've mentioned that I'm not a New England Mexican Food fan because I grew up in New Mexico, and it's impossible for me to fairly review Mexican food. So, this is a review of the bar scene because I care here to drink. Specifically I came to drink a pumpkin cocktail, for an article I'm writing, and I was told Jessie the bar manager could hook me up. And DID SHE EVER. She made my friend and me a pumpkin margarita and a pumpkin piña colada, and I have no idea how she did it, but they were the best pumpkin cocktails I've had in years (~RIP Kitchen Bar's Pumpkin Pie Martini~). She also made a pumpkin White Russian and let us sample the new downeast pumpkin cider. This is more than your stereotypical white girl/yoga pants/pumpkin latte level drinks. If you like margaritas, or piña coladas, or White Russians, you'd love these. I have now decided Tortilla Flats is a worthy spot to hang out, especially on Monday and Thursday nights (when Jessie is there!), but also because it offers great space and a relaxed vibe without being divey. I'm looking forward to visiting again. read more

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This is a great place for hanging out and enjoying Tex Mex food with friends! Kinda gave me a Chili's vibe. I came here with a group of friends and we were seated right away. Positives: chips and salsa is a HUGE portion for only $2.50, also huge food portions with reasonable prices, server was friendly, lots of different foods available on the menu, nice atmosphere (not too loud or quiet). Negatives: the salmon on my salad was burned and dry (made it difficult to eat/enjoy), our drinks all came out at different times. I'd definitely come back here and try a different thing on the menu! Everyone loved their food and the sangria and margarita were delicious! read more

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Excellent experience, we shared the gringos nachos which didn't disappoint. Then the Baja tacos which were delicious!. Finished off wit h the fried ice cream which was the best I have had. Alicia was super friendly and accommodating. Definitely will return. read more

Tortilla Flats - Fried ice cream - Mexican Near Me - Providence, Rhode Island

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I've been coming to Tortilla Flats for years. I didn't realize that I hadn't actually left a review!! These are a few of my favorite things: Chips & Salsa, chimichangas (beef or chicken), nachos, ultimate burrito, quesadillas (any kind). MARGARITAS!!! And frozen strawberry margaritas. The service is good, the atmosphere is fun, and the drinks are always flowing!! I came here for the first time as a teenager with my cousin, and I honestly can't tell you how many times I've been back since then. I absolutely love this place!! read more

Service 4 stars Food 3 stars Drinks 4 stars Ambiance 4 stars Overall***3.5 stars*** We decided to get dinner here at 6:30 on a Friday. We had a party of 8 and I called around 3 to make a reservation but they don't do reservations. So when we got there at 6:15 and we asked for a table. The woman said it would be an hour wait for a big table but 20 minutes wait if we waited for two adjacent booths. We waited and we got to sit with our group but we were separated still so it was awkward for us. I ordered two classic margaritas which were strong and tasty. For my meal, I ordered the two item combination meal. I had the chicken burrito and tamale that came with rice and refried beans. I liked the tamale better than the burrito but overall, they were both bland. I really should've went with my heart and ordered the beef over cornbread dish! That looks so amazing on Yelp and I really regretted not getting that dish. I would definitely come back but not during peak hours! read more

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The food was excellent. Service was perfect. And the margaritas were excellent. We had the chips and queso, Savanna quesadilla,San Iuan Salmon, enchiladas, and Patron watermelon margaritas. The restaurant was clean and had a nice atmosphere. I would recommend. read more

We have been going to this restaurant for many years - loving it! We visited yesterday and found the food was not as good as it has been in past. We ordered a pitcher of margaritas which was awful. No taste. Tasted like a pitcher of ice. Don't think we will come back. read more

Homemade Mexican food doesn't get any better.. Huge portions at great prices and the margaritas are bar none the best around. A definite must try if you're in the Providence area. You won't be disappointed.. read more