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I tried Val's for the first time and really enjoyed it. The queso fundido with chorizo/corn tortillas was delicious. A great app to start with! I also had the chicken tinga tacos and the beef barbacoa tacos. The beef were my fave. They are pretty accommodating with gluten allergies if you talk to the server. You just have to be careful about the things that are fried in a fryer next to the regular fryer so I avoided the chips and elote (corn). They have lots of seating outside and the decor is so cute! Also a good spot to grab a drink.
Val's has significantly improved their service from their bartenders to the friendly hostesses, to the friendly and helpful servers. We were here a year ago. The food was delicious but the service of the bartenders, hostess and the servers were horrible!!!! I gave them a one star, BUT I have to update that to five stars based on their improved service! Hostess is friendly, inviting and helpful. Servers are also friendly and helpful, bartenders have significantly improve their attitude. Food is still delicious. We got the Carne Asada tacos, fish, tacos, and the sweet potato tacos, Chicken Tinga tacos all delicious; chicken tacos had shredded delicious seasoned chicken. Carne Asada tacos were over the top as well as the fish tacos crispy delicious seasoned well. We had the chips and guac and salsas- delicious and fresh. We are certainly happy. They have improved their service from a year ago Kudos to management and your entire team, five stars for everybody, ambience is outside seating as well as inside seating and bar seating. But Service is 200% better thank you!!!
I like Val's. I went back in October of 2020 and I thought it was just okay. I feel like it's improved since then. The presentation is better and the food is better. The service was great this last time I went. We started with the queso chorizo which was really yummy. The guac and all the dips were really good as well. My favorite was the birria burrito though. We also had tacos but I was so full by then, I barely tried them. The kiwi Margarita I had was just okay. It has really nice seating outside and it's nice to put people watch on freret.
So, I was not sure if I was in a night club or restaurant. The service was good. They were fast and furious when sending the food out quickly to the table. Anyway, I did not care for the appetizer, Coctel De Camarones. It was like seafood in a tomato soup. I have to say though that their fried fish taco was delectable. The taste of the Beef Barbacoa was yummy, but I'd rather it over rice than on a flour tortilla. The server told us that during the week more families eat at the restaurant. I would go back just for the fish taco.
Our favorite place was closed for an event so we decided to try Val's. It had been on my list for a while. We sat outside which was nice and enjoyable. Service was fast and super friendly. I was not big on the prices it's kind of bougie in my opinion. 20 dollars for chips and all the dips, the were good but I've honestly had better for the price. I was not a fan of the beans at all, tacos were good but not enough to make it a destination for me again. I was as sadly disappointed.
Vals is a perfect taco spot! It's beautifully appointed on the corner of Valence and Freret. An old car repair garage turned gorgeous open air restaurant with a sexy moody interior and gorgeous outdoor seating area that features string lights at night. I'm always happy at Vals! I love the chips and salsa trio that comes with guacamole, salsas rojo and verde; I also always get the pickled veggies as an accompaniment. I got the cocktail of the day which was a frozen mango guava with the yummy spicy stuff on the rim. I also got the shrimp taco, the fish taco and the beef taco. I eventually hit euphoria! This place is dog friendly but be warned if you bring your dog, their will be other dogs there and that could potentially cause a scene. The waitress was kind enough to bring a water bowl and treats for my Ginger girl who was on her best behavior. Street parking only.
Vals had a Chic ambiance at night it's dimly lit. Very intimate and they also have outdoor seating area. That's a great option when the weather is nice. The servers were cool and very informative on the menu they recommended the QUESO FUNDIDO it's served with fresh tortilla I had the chorizo version but you can also get it with mushrooms which I heard is also delicious. This was the perfect dish for the person. That's not too hungry but want something flavorful and delicious at the same time. The cheese pool on this was perfect and it's definitely filling And Price rite at $13. Just a heads up, they also include a 20% service charge on every bill so just be prepared for that. They have a front menu which I took a picture of that explains why they do it for their employees
If you're looking for a comfy spot with good food- it's Vals. We sat at the bar and had some great food and tacos. If you're a chip person, I highly recommend the "all the dips" and chips. You'll get 3 salsas, queso, and quac. They were all delish and the chips were salty and yummy! It paired perfectly with the margarita. It's not overly complicated or fancy, but it hits the spot!
This place unfortunately is a hit or miss for me. As a California who lives in Nola, I'm always down for Mexican. Personally it's lacking in flavor, especially in the birria- both broth and taco. They served the rice and beans in a bowl already mixed up. They blast house music like a club so ehh, immediately I can tell which crowd they are trying to attract. The place is cute tho. Definitely more for vibes and not food. If you want good authentic Mexican food try another place.
Val's is a must try in NOLA! Totally casual, but fantastic bar and indoor/outdoor seating. The love the pink/black decor inside. While the special strawberry margarita did not disappoint, the food was even better. Our eyes were definitely bigger than our stomachs as we tried the guacamole/salad/chips, the sweet potato tacos, the Caesar salad and the ceviche. While I thought almost everything was great, the ceviche seemed like thin tomato sauce with cut up boiled shrimp. Otherwise, we loved everything. Service was very attentive. I look forward to going next time in NOLA.
I've been to Val's on Ferret Street quite a few times because I really love this place! The food is always good, I love their cocktails (especially the margaritas ), and the atmosphere is just fun. I usually love sitting outside, but this time I was there with my daughter and husband, and we sat inside. Still a really nice vibe! All three of us ordered the Birria Burrito, and of course, I had to get my guacamole on the side. The burrito comes with guacamole, beans and rice, plus a side of consommé for dipping. The beef was tender and flavorful, and that consommé just takes it to another level! We also started with the queso dip and chips, which was really good. Between the queso, guacamole, chips and burritos, we definitely left full! And yes... margaritas were involved! I'm also including a few pictures from another visit I had with my daughter when we sat outside. The meal was pretty much the same--birria burrito, guacamole and chips--and, as you can see from the margarita picture, I had already done some serious damage to that drink before remembering to take the photo. Val's is just one of those places I enjoy coming back to. Good food, good drinks, a fun atmosphere, and a place I enjoy spending time with my family. Definitely one of my favorites. Cool vibe, attentive staff, good food and the perfect cocktails! read more
13 days ago
Somehow I only just got to Val's for the first time yesterday. It was overall pretty good. As others have noted, gratuity is automatically included, and our server did point that out to us. The elote was phenomenal, packed with flavor. The queso - way too thin, even when it cooled down. As a result, queso dribbles everywhere during the short journey the chip takes from the bowl to your mouth. I had a barbacoa taco which was excellent and the corn tortilla held it together well. A side of pinto beans was large (as it should be, at $7). Service was pleasant and the food came out quickly. We sat outside because it was quite loud inside. read more
10 days ago
I tried Val's for the first time and really enjoyed it. The queso fundido with chorizo/corn tortillas was delicious. A great app to start with! I also had the chicken tinga tacos and the beef barbacoa tacos. The beef were my fave. They are pretty accommodating with gluten allergies if you talk to the server. You just have to be careful about the things that are fried in a fryer next to the regular fryer so I avoided the chips and elote (corn). They have lots of seating outside and the decor is so cute! Also a good spot to grab a drink. read more
1 month ago
Val's has significantly improved their service from their bartenders to the friendly hostesses, to the friendly and helpful servers. We were here a year ago. The food was delicious but the service of the bartenders, hostess and the servers were horrible!!!! I gave them a one star, BUT I have to update that to five stars based on their improved service! Hostess is friendly, inviting and helpful. Servers are also friendly and helpful, bartenders have significantly improve their attitude. Food is still delicious. We got the Carne Asada tacos, fish, tacos, and the sweet potato tacos, Chicken Tinga tacos all delicious; chicken tacos had shredded delicious seasoned chicken. Carne Asada tacos were over the top as well as the fish tacos crispy delicious seasoned well. We had the chips and guac and salsas- delicious and fresh. We are certainly happy. They have improved their service from a year ago Kudos to management and your entire team, five stars for everybody, ambience is outside seating as well as inside seating and bar seating. But Service is 200% better thank you!!! read more
I like Val's. I went back in October of 2020 and I thought it was just okay. I feel like it's improved since then. The presentation is better and the food is better. The service was great this last time I went. We started with the queso chorizo which was really yummy. The guac and all the dips were really good as well. My favorite was the birria burrito though. We also had tacos but I was so full by then, I barely tried them. The kiwi Margarita I had was just okay. It has really nice seating outside and it's nice to put people watch on freret. read more
4 months ago
2 years ago
So, I was not sure if I was in a night club or restaurant. The service was good. They were fast and furious when sending the food out quickly to the table. Anyway, I did not care for the appetizer, Coctel De Camarones. It was like seafood in a tomato soup. I have to say though that their fried fish taco was delectable. The taste of the Beef Barbacoa was yummy, but I'd rather it over rice than on a flour tortilla. The server told us that during the week more families eat at the restaurant. I would go back just for the fish taco. read more
Our favorite place was closed for an event so we decided to try Val's. It had been on my list for a while. We sat outside which was nice and enjoyable. Service was fast and super friendly. I was not big on the prices it's kind of bougie in my opinion. 20 dollars for chips and all the dips, the were good but I've honestly had better for the price. I was not a fan of the beans at all, tacos were good but not enough to make it a destination for me again. I was as sadly disappointed. read more
Vals is a perfect taco spot! It's beautifully appointed on the corner of Valence and Freret. An old car repair garage turned gorgeous open air restaurant with a sexy moody interior and gorgeous outdoor seating area that features string lights at night. I'm always happy at Vals! I love the chips and salsa trio that comes with guacamole, salsas rojo and verde; I also always get the pickled veggies as an accompaniment. I got the cocktail of the day which was a frozen mango guava with the yummy spicy stuff on the rim. I also got the shrimp taco, the fish taco and the beef taco. I eventually hit euphoria! This place is dog friendly but be warned if you bring your dog, their will be other dogs there and that could potentially cause a scene. The waitress was kind enough to bring a water bowl and treats for my Ginger girl who was on her best behavior. Street parking only. read more
Vals had a Chic ambiance at night it's dimly lit. Very intimate and they also have outdoor seating area. That's a great option when the weather is nice. The servers were cool and very informative on the menu they recommended the QUESO FUNDIDO it's served with fresh tortilla I had the chorizo version but you can also get it with mushrooms which I heard is also delicious. This was the perfect dish for the person. That's not too hungry but want something flavorful and delicious at the same time. The cheese pool on this was perfect and it's definitely filling And Price rite at $13. Just a heads up, they also include a 20% service charge on every bill so just be prepared for that. They have a front menu which I took a picture of that explains why they do it for their employees read more
1 year ago
If you're looking for a comfy spot with good food- it's Vals. We sat at the bar and had some great food and tacos. If you're a chip person, I highly recommend the "all the dips" and chips. You'll get 3 salsas, queso, and quac. They were all delish and the chips were salty and yummy! It paired perfectly with the margarita. It's not overly complicated or fancy, but it hits the spot! read more
3 years ago
2 years ago
This place unfortunately is a hit or miss for me. As a California who lives in Nola, I'm always down for Mexican. Personally it's lacking in flavor, especially in the birria- both broth and taco. They served the rice and beans in a bowl already mixed up. They blast house music like a club so ehh, immediately I can tell which crowd they are trying to attract. The place is cute tho. Definitely more for vibes and not food. If you want good authentic Mexican food try another place. read more
6 months ago
Val's is a must try in NOLA! Totally casual, but fantastic bar and indoor/outdoor seating. The love the pink/black decor inside. While the special strawberry margarita did not disappoint, the food was even better. Our eyes were definitely bigger than our stomachs as we tried the guacamole/salad/chips, the sweet potato tacos, the Caesar salad and the ceviche. While I thought almost everything was great, the ceviche seemed like thin tomato sauce with cut up boiled shrimp. Otherwise, we loved everything. Service was very attentive. I look forward to going next time in NOLA. read more
1 year ago
2 years ago
I went to school in NOLA and lived by Val's, so I've been countless times. It's one of the places I love to go back to when I'm in town. The food is great, as are the drinks, but will admit it's a bit pricey for what it is and the service can be hit or miss. That said, would still recommend checking it out - lovely place to catch up with friends and is located in an adorable part of Uptown. read more
I've been here twice and so happy on this second visit! The Birria Burrito with the consomé from is their current special and it was sooo delicious! I sat in silence and finished the entire thing. If you thought you loved birria tacos, wait until you try the birria burrito! read more
6 months ago
2 years ago
A little on the expensive side for the amount you get, but nonetheless delicious food and drinks! Amazing and sweet staff. Very helpful. Beautiful aesthetic with a fun vibe. Perfect for a chill night, girls night, celebration, anything! read more
Overall, a positive experience. We showed up at 6 on a Thursday and there was an hour wait (even though we were told 30 min) for a seat on the patio. Seems like there was an event going on so may not be typical but it is worth making a reservation anyway. But, the food made up for it. The mushroom fundido was incredible. It came with tortillas that were freshly made. The guacamole and salsa were both very fresh as were the chips. The fish taco was perfectly fried. The taco was small but there was a ton of fish in it. Elotes was delicious as well. Drinks were perfectly made and not too sweet. I particularly loved the Paloma. Tried bites of the beef and pork tacos as well as the tres leches. Seems like you can't go wrong! read more
7 months ago
Just had a light lunch here with a colleague that I was visiting from out of town. Chips and salsa with two sauces: very tasty, but way too little salsa for how many chips there were. It was also eight dollars which is kinda pricey. 4/5 Chicken taco: shredded chicken with a lot of sauce. Good flavor 5/5 Fried fish taco: I was in the mood for some thing light so I didn't expect this to be so heavy with the grease. It was decent but just not what I was feeling at the moment I guess. Loved the pickled onion though! 4/5 Cute outdoor seating, attentive service. Walking distance from hospital read more
VALS. Our favorite Latin Restaurant in New Orleans. Excellent menu, Latin style food, hot and freshly prepared and delicious. Crispy tortilla chips with a variety of salsas and really well made guacamole. Superior service, fast, friendly, accommodating and smiling (Thank You, Grace T., we felt very welcome, and you did a Great Job). Very family friendly. Covered and open patio dining, with fans for the hot days and heaters for the cold days. Full bar, great barkeep, honest pours. Clean restrooms. VALS is the place we go when we want to get our Taco on! Five Well Deserved Stars. read more
7 months ago
3 years ago
Great place for outdoor dining. Cool hip staff. We had all the outstanding tacos: my fave's were the cauliflower beef and chicken tacos. Yummy margaritas ! Reasonably priced and super casual. We got to camp out outside for an extra half an hour, enjoying the scenery. Go! read more
I would give 3 and 1/2 stars (if Yelp did half stars!). Our experience at Val's was what I would call Inconsistent. The service was super friendly, but also could have been a little more attentive. My husband and I ordered the street corn, chips with green salsa, Birria quesadilla, and 2 tacos- sweet potato and pork. The salsa was delicious, the corn and quesadilla were pretty good, and the tacos lacked flavor and texture. I wouldn't say no to coming back, but would not choose it either. read more
10 months ago
9 months ago
3 years ago
This place has such a cute aesthetic, but the tacos were okay! I think I'm more of a simple street taco person, but I'd still come here again. The queso wasn't my favorite but I'd say it's different from what you'd usually see, it's got a burnt base on it that you have to break through and I feel like there wasn't that much queso. It might be someone else's cup of tea though. The service was very nice though and the seating outside has a bunch of fans and mists available if you wanted to sit outside. My favorite was the sweet potato taco and the fried fish taco. You'll like this place if you like these kind of "designer" tacos or just want to try a different kind of taco, but very cute aesthetic, nice people, and I'd like to try more food from here! read more
3 years ago
I finally made it back to Val's to try the food and Val's did not disappoint. The place is beautiful and it like Mexican cuisine served in an ultra modern home. I love this place. The outdoor seating is lovely, beautiful and spacious. Wait staff is friendly, attentive and service is well paced. It was not busy during lunch but it's what to expect in NOLA post CoVid during the week. Food was served hot and immaculately plated. My Caesar Salad with anchovies was good. We also order the Elotes, queso fundido, Piccadillo empanada and high were all so good and filling. The Margaritasare so good also. One more note, my second time here and let me say this: they have the best playlist of curated music. They do everything right here. I will alway come back here. read more
I must say that this is one of my favorites places in New Orleans, I come here for lunch everytime I visit. The corn is just the best thing I have tested and the tacos are pretty decent. The fried fish and corn and mushroom are pretty good. The ambience is pretty chill and always have a good time while eating here. The service is good too, all the girls that work there are supper nice. I'm not a big fan of the chips but the Guac is good, not the best I have had but good. The guacamole leans more towards a lemony flavor but the consistency is good. I was charged $1 for extra sauce which I thought it was unnecessary but it is what it is. With that said, Definitely worth the visit. read more
1 year ago
This place is such a nice vibe. The ambiance is warm and friendly with an escalated quality. They had a large young crowd when I went , but nevertheless it was in a busy area. Pretty popular on the weekends and you definitely have to reserve a table when you arrive. The elote was good but would have been better if the middle was warm or hot. The corn was very cold inside so that made it a little unpleasant. The tacos were delicious and I tried probably almost all of them except the vegan/vegetarian option. The drinks were delicious and we even had a few shots that were not pictured here. The service was good for the crowd they had. Also, the server was sooo friendly and nice. She had a really good head on her shoulders! I can't wait to come back with more friends. read more
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4632 Freret St
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Is it legal to tax on top of the gratuity ? We came in tonight and were told there would be a 20% gratuity added to our bill, which we were perfectly fine with, I always tip 20% or higher. But you taxed on top of the gratuity. Is that legal?
Legally sales tax must applied to service charges.
If you hold the crema & cotija from the sweet potato taco, will it be vegan?
Yes.
Can you make reservations during COVID times?
We contact trace at the entrance, but we do not accept reservations in advance of a visit.
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