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    Tupinamba Cafe

    4.1 (258 reviews)
    ModerateTex-Mex, Mexican
    Closed • 11:00 am - 9:00 pm
    Updated over 3 months ago

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    Moderate noise
    Casual
    Outdoor seating
    Dogs allowed

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    Combo platter with tupy taco and tamales with rice and beans
    Lia B.

    Anything that would cost this restaurant a star pales in comparison to their AMAZING SALSA! The salsa was far the best restaurant salsa I've ever had in my life. The tupy taco is very much like a Jack in the box taco except with less grease and more filling that's of a much higher quality. Husband declared the Spanish rice was the best Spanish rice he'd ever had in a restaurant.

    Carne Asada de La Casa
    Susana C.

    Came here on V-Day for a late lunch-early dinner, Dunch, if you will. Or maybe Drunch, since margaritas were involved. Now I'm not a Tex-Mex fan, until now. So THIS is what Tex-Mex is supposed to taste like ! My date has a combo plate and I swiped a bite of his tostada with guac. It was some of the freshest tasting guacamole I've had. It had just the right hint of lime and salt so as not to overpower the avocado. So so good ! I also tried one of his Tupy Tacos , a deep friend taco that was crispy and tasted good. For my main I had the carne asada which was seasoned so well and topped with onions and sliced poblanos. I wish it came with tortillas but every bite was excellent. So was the side of borracho beans. My date has been coming here since he was a kid and followed the restaurant from location to location. This newest spot is spacious, beautifully decorated and a great place for a date night or family outing. Service was excellent and all around great dining experience. Can't wait to come back and try their puff tacos !

    Amy W.

    I'm a taco enthusiast, and after watching the Netflix doc about tacos, I made the pilgrimage to San Antonio for the famous puffy tacos. So naturally, when I saw "puffy tacos" on the menu here, I got excited. Unfortunately, these were not the same kind of puffy tacos--more like very thin, hollow corn tortillas rather than the glorious fried dough pillows I was expecting. And frankly, it just doesn't work. I ordered one beef and one chicken, thinking I was getting the plate with beans and rice, but nope--just two lonely tacos arrived. When I asked, the server seemed genuinely confused, like I had just asked for a side of moon rocks. Apparently, I had ordered them à la carte (whoops), so be very specific if you want the plate that includes the sides! Flavor-wise, the tacos were aggressively salty, like the kitchen was trying to season them for a lifetime supply of hydration. My husband's enchiladas were equally sodium-packed, so at least they were consistent? I left wishing I had gone for the fajita nachos instead. Overall, the experience was mid--not terrible, not great, just kind of there. If we ever return (unlikely), it'll be to try something else. On the plus side, the staff was friendly, and the margaritas looked solid, so maybe that's the move next time! On the positive side - i did get a refill of my diet coke and the server was kind enough to provide a "to-go" glass when I asked for one

    Guy H.

    Solid Tex Mex food There are still a few places you can get a plate of enchiladas just like you did anywhere in Texas in 1960,70,80. San Antonio,Austin or Dallas. I'm always reading reviews from people near and far( usually far) who say Texas doesn't have good Mexican food. I grew up in xyz and we knew how to do it. Or,it's nothing like Mexico. That's all accurate because it's none of those. It's Tex Mex. It's here at Tumpinamba. I highly recommend you ... Go

    Rudy's Special (No Tupy Taco sub Rice & Beans)
    Michelle C.

    Food is good, nothing crazy-Pretty mediocre Tex Mex food. This place is a safe choice knowing everything you get will be good. Their chips and salsa are pretty decent. I got the Lunch special Rudy's Special, but substituted the tupy taco for rice and beans and I have also tried the chili relleno dish. They're both pretty good. Our server was Junior and she is very nice. Very good memory and quick on her feet to refill and grab things when needed. Ambiance was casual and diverse, cozy cafe with lots of Aggie spirit. Gig 'em!

    Greg N.

    Arrived at 10:57am today and waited a couple of minutes for the restaurant to open. Doors unlocked at 11am and went in. Seated immediately and my order for a iced tea taken. Perused the menu for a few minutes then advised the server I would have the lunch #12 and a small scoop of guacamole. Food arrived 7-8 minutes later and was incredibly hot (except the guacamole), tasted great, good serving size, and also well presented. I scraped every last drop of queso, chili, lettuce, tomatoes and guacamole off the plates!! Server was polite, efficient, knowledgeable, etc. Lunch special was $12-plus tax, including iced tea. Guacamole was another $6. I'll be back when next in the area in a few weeks.

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    We were sat immediately and greeted right away. Our food came out very quickly and fresh.

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    My new favorite Mexican restaurant. Great food, great ambiance and service I will return

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    The place was full, yet we were quickly seated. Great menu. Wait staff did a great job with the amount of people there celebrating.

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    Everything! I used to frequent the original one quite a bit. Everything was exactly the same, the food is delish!

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    Great service. The hot sauce and chips are amazing. I love the Chimichanga. It's on the menu as Chicken Embuelto De La Casa.

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    The food is consistently good. Has gotten a little expensive, but what hasn't. Tupy tacos are great usually, but sometimes not so crispy..

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    Thank you, Laura! We appreciate your support!

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    Caroline, our Happy Hour is Monday-Friday 4-7p and we offer specials on our House Margaritas, Wine, Wells, and Draft Beers. We look forward to seeing you soon, thank you!

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    Meso Maya Comida y Copas - Camaron y Pescado Tacos (~$19)

    Meso Maya Comida y Copas

    4.3(3.3k reviews)
    6.6 mi
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    I see that it has been more than 10 years since my last review so it is time for an update…read more We went here for a late lunch after attending an event at the American Airlines Center. There was a time when Meso Maya was the go-to for upscale Mexican in Dallas. The culinary scene in Dallas has changed so much that it is not longer the case. But the downtown Meso Maya remains an icon and continues to deliver consistently good food and service. The restaurant still has the warm ambience and remains in good condition even after all these years. It was too hot to sit on the patio so we ate indoors. The interior is smaller than I remember. The restaurant still starts you out with complimentary chips which are strips, and a smoky, spicy salsa. it was great. I started with the a mescal margarita and it was excellent. The kid had Topo Chico and the wife had Prosecco. Everyone enjoyed their drink. For entrees, the wife had her favorite, the vegetable budin, which is like a lasagna. The flavors were deep and rich. She loved it. I tried the carne tacos and they were excellent! The meat was tender and smoky. The beef had been marinated for a wonderful flavor. Good quality with no fat. I usually avoid ordering beef at restaurants because I often get more fat than meat which I detest, but not at Meso Maya. Our server Luis was very good. Present when we wanted and not when we did not. Overall, the restaurant was a hit on every level--ambience, service, and food. We like the downtown location the best and will return.

    Another business trip to Dallas , another stop at my favorite "not Tex-Mex" authentic Mexican food…read morerestaurant. Today I went with the Carnitas Relleno. OMG. This was huge and full of flavor. Carnitas were spot on. Black beans delicious. Very good rice. I haven't had the same thing twice. Next trip will be the same - something new.

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    Las Palmas - Guacamole

    Las Palmas

    4.3(997 reviews)
    5.9 mi•Uptown
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    LOVE this place. God bless the people who came up with Las Palmas…read more First of all, please never change the queso- it is heaven sent and we always take it to-go (I'm NEVER leaving the rest behind) and it tastes even better the next day. This queso is probably the best I've ever had. BTW it is a LIL spicy but I can let that slide. Another great appetizer option would be the Nachos Al Carbon with wagyu. Super good too & honestly you can even order it for just one person as a main dish-- the serving size is big enough. BUT THE REAL STAR OF THE SHOW AT LAS PALMAS ARE THE WAGYU FAJITAS!!! Incredible. Comes with flour or corn tortillas, beans, rice, and obviously the works: sour cream, guacamole, lettuce. You know the vibes. Speaking of vibes, they're always there at Las Palmas. It is always busy but I genuinely don't care and never mind waiting an hour and a half for our table. It's worth it. This place is a confirmed staple in Dallas. Probably come here once a month if not more often. Thank you for great food and good service too- that's hard to come by nowadays. TRY THIS PLACE OUT! This is your sign!

    Went to Las Palmas for lunch and had a great meal of chicken fajitas. They offer the typical…read morecomplementary chips and salsa. Service was friendly and attentive. Las Palmas has a very dark decor and is dimly light. It's a different setup from your average Mexican restaurant and is also very loud. Overall it's a unique and interesting place and a popular place for people to enjoy some great fajitas.

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    4.2(1k reviews)
    5.4 mi•East Dallas
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    I've lived in Dallas for ten years, and I've never visited E-bar. I'm from ATX and the drinks…read moreremind me of Baby A's (IYKYK)! They were so cold, strong, and smooth. E-bar might have just won the spot for the best TexMex chile relleno in my book (I was a die hard Chuy's fan before they quit selling them). The beans clearly have the pork grease (yum) and the rice was delicious. Even though the place was packed, we were told it'd be a 30ish minute wait, we were seated in less than 20 minutes. Our server came out quickly, brought us drinks, so attentive! We'll definitely return! What a fun little spot!

    Good food and great vibes! I visited with a group of three to enjoy dinner and watch a soccer game…read more Although it was quite busy, the wait time is very reasonable. The staff and other patrons were all enjoying the game together--there's definitely a good community that comes to this restaurant regularly. As for the food, the portions are GENEROUS. Each guest gets their own dipping bowl of chips and salsa. We shared an appetizer and two meals, and still had plenty of leftovers. I highly recommend the fajita nachos, which come loaded with toppings. Their drinks are also very strong, so plan accordingly! With all the fun and food, I accidentally left my wallet and did not realize until the next day. The staff held the wallet in their lost and found, made sure to ask verifying questions, and asked me to confirm if all my belongings were still in the wallet before leaving. For this exceptional service, food, and vibes, I highly recommend.

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    Mia's Tex-Mex Restaurant

    4.1(1k reviews)
    4.8 mi•Turtle Creek
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    It had been several decades since my last visit to Mia's Tex-Mex, and since my wife and I were in…read morethe area, we decided to stop in. Wow--things have definitely changed! I remember when they were located further down Lemmon Avenue in a much smaller space. They've since moved uptown, and the new digs are beautiful and very inviting. After we were seated, our server, Ruben, greeted us with a warm smile. We were especially excited since we arrived just in time to catch their lunch specials--and there are plenty of great ones to choose from. We started with a couple of frozen margaritas and a cup of queso while browsing the menu. The margaritas were spot-on--not wimpy at all, with just the right kick. And the queso? Absolutely outstanding--some of the best we've had in a long time. The salsa was excellent as well. My wife chose the lunch-sized chicken quesadillas, while I went with the #7 lunch special, which included a cheese taco, a chicken enchilada, and a beef enchilada topped with chili con carne. Our meals arrived after a short wait, and everything exceeded expectations. My wife was thrilled with the portion size--it was just right--and she was all smiles after her first bite. The chicken fajita meat was tender, flavorful, and perfectly marinated. My lunch special hit the spot and delivered exactly what I was craving. We had a fantastic experience at Mia's Tex-Mex. Ruben took excellent care of us throughout our visit, and we'll definitely be back again soon!

    Best camarones a la diabla I have ever had. Plus, amazingly well cooked and seasoned white rice and…read morevegetables - which would normally be a throwaway anywhere else. AND, the server heated up fresh tortillas for me when I asked him for some on the side. SO. Good. White queso was perfect. Brisket tacos were fantastic; I didn't get them this recent visit but I've had them numerous times when I took out-of-towners here. Chips and salsa are also top notch. Service could not have been better. Portions are generous. I will come back here again when I am in the area.

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    4.0(637 reviews)
    6.4 mi

    Great ambiance. Seated on time with a reservation. Service was good although often hard to…read moreunderstand our waiter who mumbled a little bit. Our cocktails were all good - and the appetizers were very good. We had the crispy pork belly and the tostaditas with barbacoa. The crispy pork belly was especially delicious and I would order as my own dinner in the future. It comes with onions and sauces and corn tortillas and it's to die for - so crispy and flavorful. We ordered the Bistec enchiladas and they were good but not as good as the appetizers. They give you a variety of sauces when you're seated that you keep throughout the meal - from mild to spicy but I would say the "spicy" is on the mild side. Still good and flavorful but not unapproachable for most ppl. We had the Campechana dessert and it was a little strange. It was basically a vanilla Icecream cake with a crispy waffle cone like layering that was really hard to break until it sat a while. It was oddly addicting but also not that good? I can't explain it. We went to the cigar lounge area after dinner and had Mexican espresso martinis and watched football before heading home. There was little smoke smell but very minimal until it got later. Around 8:30 (on a Saturday night) ppl started smoking cigars and they opened the side windows and being 90degrees right now - it became less enjoyable so we decided to end the night. In the fall that room would probably be quite lovely with the windows open. They have comfortable seating and fire pits. Really more of a 4.5 out of 5. Loved the decor near the restrooms and patio too.

    This was my first time visiting with my family, and we had an absolutely amazing experience! The…read moremanager, Danny, and our server, Dom, were fantastic and truly made us feel welcome. The food was easily a **15 out of 10**--yes, it was just that good! The ambiance was absolutely beautiful, so much so that we turned the women's bathroom into our very own little photo shoot . I leave in another eight days to head back home, but I will definitely be making one more stop here before I leave Southlake. If you're in the area, please check this place out--you won't be disappointed!

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    Lovely and comfortable bar area

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