Food was amazingly delish! I am vegan and really enjoyed the vegan option. My family really enjoyed all of their meals, as well. read more

Choose a struggle! Bad food or bad experience... Vaqueros couldn't decide so they chose both! My boyfriend and I should've seen the completely empty restraunt as a sign of what was to come. Starting with being seated at the smallest table in the farthest corner despite every single table being open. Since it was national tequila day I ordered a marg! Originally I ordered the blue raspberry margarita and was told they didn't have the syrup. No worries! Switched to the blackberry flavored one instead and YUCK. Tasted like straight syrup, 0 alcohol, and the ice to liquid ratio was insanely off. I had maybe 5 itty bitty sips before asking the waitress to take it back. She took it with no apology or question on what the issue was. It takes a lot of talent to mess up a margarita. So kudos to them. My boyfriend and I ordered the fajita combo plate to share. It came with shrimp, steak, and chicken mixed with veggies. There were a total of 4 pieces of shrimp, 3 flour tortillas clearly store bought and stale, and shreds of dry unseasoned minuscule shreds "steak" and chicken. The toppings came out on a large platter. Most of the cheese was clumped together, melted to the plate (but not warm or stringy just completely solid melded to the plate) and insanely thin. My boyfriend said the rice was good but he also found uncooked rice immediately after saying this. Overall, I would say the food was far below subpar and I am shocked at the 5 star reviews. I think those who gave it 5 stars might be locals or come from a land of zero flavor. [[HIGHLIGHT]]The restaurant aesthetic was just your typical Mexican restaurant decor and I do not think it is unique enough to rectify giving a higher rating.[[ENDHIGHLIGHT]] The service was also nothing to talk positively of. We were the only ones in the restaurant and you'd think we weren't even there the way the waitress sat on her phone the entire time. Don't recommend. Would not go back. read more

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This place is great! [[HIGHLIGHT]]It's a small, well decorated spot with great vegetarian options.[[ENDHIGHLIGHT]] [[HIGHLIGHT]]The bar only has three seats, and the TV and music weren't working when I visited, which was unfortunate.[[ENDHIGHLIGHT]] But the food and margarita was excellent! They also have a nice breakfast/brunch menu that's available until 3pm which is convenient. read more

Vaqueros Grill & Cantina - Veggie Taquitos - Mexican Near Me - Jerome, Arizona

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Thank you vaqueros, you have made me reflect and appreciate how blessed I have been to have good Mexican food all my life up to this point. Seriously this ranks below a bad visit to Taco Bell. Also I know fixing the food quality takes a few steps but [[HIGHLIGHT]]1 easy thing yall could do to improve is fix the music, it was randomly cutting out for half a second the whole time we were there, drove me crazy.[[ENDHIGHLIGHT]] read more

Listen, it's just not fair that I will need to drive 2hr 20m to enjoy these tacos again. Parenthetical comments, mine: Vaquero Steak Tacos: Tender beef steak, flame broiled, sliced (seasoned perfectly) and folded into 3 soft corn tortillas (lightly dipped in sauce, birria-style, and gently, beautifully sprinkled with purple flowers) with fresh (chunky delicious) salsa, (melted) mexican cheese, served with (pretty standard) rice and beans. These are comfort-food tacos. You have had a hard day or you're tired or you are mad at your cousin and then you take a bite and ... sigh ... it all melts away in the tenderness of the tortilla and the meat. Though I wanted these beautiful babies all to myself I shared one with my husband, purely out of love. How could I deny my beloved, despite being famously selfish when it comes to tacos? Everyone knows this of me, my obsession. Enlightened by this taco goodness, he joined me in my sadness regarding the distance between our home and these tacos. Lovely end to a vacation. read more

Vaqueros Grill & Cantina - Vaquero Steak Tacos - Mexican Near Me - Jerome, Arizona

The last two times we tried the fajitas they skimped on the meat. The shrimp trio had 3 shrimp, scrapes of steak and chicken not even enough to make 1 fajita with it, and an over abundance of veggies. Very disappointed for the price. WE LIKE MEAT. We used to rave about them and take friends. None of us liked the queso dip (ie soup). Unfortunately this will be our last time read more

Was pleasantly surprised By this establishment. It has a full bar which I took full advantage of, lol. Their bloody mary was perfectly balanced. There are michalada mix was good as well. The horchata was very flavorful, especially if you love cinnamon. My daughter enjoyed the cherries on top. Thank you. The chips were light crunchy and flavorful. The salsa could have been a little more spicy from my personal taste, but i'm sure it would be very good for others. We had the three dips and cevich. The ceviche was amazing. The dips were very good as well. We'll come back the next time.I'm in town to try some up there dinner items. read more

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I waited a year to come back to visit Sedona and Jerome and constantly thought of the Chicken Mole Enchiladas that we had the first time we visited in December 2023. Unfortunately we over-hyped the enchiladas and were disappointed that the flavor wasn't as good as we remembered. However, the food was still good overall. Horchata is flavorful and a must-get. Surprisingly the chicken tenders and the french fries were the MVPs of the meal. Perfect crispness and flavor! Looking forward to our next visit to Jerome and hopefully the Chicken Mole Enchiladas will be as good as before! read more

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Vaqueros Grill & Cantina is a gem in the town of Jerome. [[HIGHLIGHT]]The building itself is covered in beautiful Mexican artwork, the chairs and tables as well.[[ENDHIGHLIGHT]] I stopped by for a quick lunch with my toddler, and we were seated immediately. My waitress was extremely sweet and fast with our service. I ordered fajitas and they came out less than 15 minutes later! The fajitas were PHENOMENAL, literally the best I've ever had. I'm originally from Northern Texas, and I was pleasantly surprised to find sopapillas on the menu, which is a Mexican delicacy hard to find anywhere in the Valley. Eating here felt like being home again, and we will definitely be back! 100% worth the drive up the mountains! read more

Vaqueros Grill & Cantina - Fajitas - Mexican Near Me - Jerome, Arizona

When I lived in Jerome this was a go to spot for me. Service is great. Food is flavorful and reasonably priced. [[HIGHLIGHT]]View is amazing.[[ENDHIGHLIGHT]] read more

Food was terrible. Chips are not freshly made and very bland. Got the nachos and it includes corn which the put maybe 10 pieces of corn on them. The chicken on it was old and tough. Staff didn't even know what was included in certain things like enchiladas and burritos. Don't recommend. read more

[[HIGHLIGHT]]Colorful Mexican food place, seems classic and authentic![[ENDHIGHLIGHT]] Food and service was good and horchata was one of the best I've had ever. Overall no complaints. I am an avid pollo fundito fan and enjoy really rich flavors id give this one a 7/10! read more

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Back in 2023 the server kept giving me my drink with fruit flies in it. After asking for a new one I received another drink with the same gnats. It took about 3 times before the drink came to the table without flies... Then he proceeded to give us a "free" dessert to make up for it. Lo and behold, the dessert was on the ticket. To the guy server, you thought I'd forget but I didn't. I hope you don't work there anymore.I still tipped you btw. read more

[[HIGHLIGHT]]Vibrantly decorated and fun atmosphere.[[ENDHIGHLIGHT]] The food was delicious and the service was prompt, friendly, and attentive. I order the tortilla soup and it was delicious! My husband said that the carne asada he had is the best he's had at a place like that. Definitely will be back when in the area. read more

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Great location and good traditional Mexican food and service in the heart of Jerome. Only reason not 5 stars is because they charge nearly $5 for soda water. Soda water is just water! They should at least tell you that they charge for soda water. Never been charged for it before anywhere. What's up with that? read more

Best beef cheese crisp and mini chimis on their appetizer menu.. Reheated the leftovers and good as new. [[HIGHLIGHT]]Get a seat by the windows and see Jerome walking by.[[ENDHIGHLIGHT]] read more

Came here on a Saturday in August for lunch. It wasn't busy, we were seated immediately. There's paid parking right out front. The dining area is clean with lots of stuff on the walls to gaze at until the food arrives, which wasn't long. I ordered the Native Enchiladas and I shared fried ice cream with my wife. Now I usually don't stuff myself but if the food is really good I'll make an exception. This was one of those times! AWESOME service! Our server was attentive and kept our drinks topped off. Check this place out for a great dining experience! read more

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Once again after the pandemic, we came here. Vaqueros is a delightful place to eat. We came here on our first visit to Sedona and it was one of the highlights of our trip. Then the pandemic hit and we haven't been back until now. We're glad we did Vaqueros is part of a three-restaurant, family owned chain that also includes Calavera in Oakwood. It is a pleasure to see an entire family work so harmoniously together and provide truly outstanding service and food. Even their young son was proudly strutting between the counter and the kitchen bringing utensils. The decor is amazing, Mexican tiles, woodwork and stained glass decor. The ambiance is relaxing in a place like Jerome, which is a tourist heaven with non stop traffic. We entered the place near noon and were seated immediately. An hour later it was waiting list. The service was superb. Superb Fish Tacos served with rice and beans, the fish was light and tenderly cooked. Fabulous Then my husband had the California Quesadilla, also delightful. The frozen Margarita was well made with just the right amount of liquor. Overall five stars, superb lunch. Margarita well made read more

Vaqueros Grill & Cantina - Bar area - Mexican Near Me - Jerome, Arizona

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Got there just before closing one night and they were nice enough to let us get a couple margaritas and dinner! It was so good and they were so accommodating we went back another night for more food and Margarita's read more

[[HIGHLIGHT]]This was a super cute spot we stopped at for lunch while we were in Jerome.[[ENDHIGHLIGHT]] We shared the fajitas, and they were plenty for two. They were good and we enjoyed them. [[HIGHLIGHT]]The decor is absolutely darling, and I just love that little town.[[ENDHIGHLIGHT]] read more

[[HIGHLIGHT]]The ambience is lively and the space is so colorful and beautiful.[[ENDHIGHLIGHT]] We started with the guacamole which was so tasty! Each of us had the jalapeño Margarita ( Huge and so good). The mild salsa is quite good and they have a hot one that smoky and very good ! 'I had the fajitas -juicy tender with a citrusy smoky flavor! Yet they forgot my sour cream and guac ( luckily we had some) My husband ordered the shrimp enchiladas with the most decadent white sauce! I could stop stealing some We cant wait to go back read more

The food was authentic and the plate presentation was a visual masterpiece. Well done!! read more

Came here on cold rainy day with a friend and found this little Mexican food was like a heaven. I had tortilla soup and hot green tea were splendid! I love the texture and full of flavor in this soup, it was just perfect for that day. The lady who served us was very sweet and we appreciated try much. Thank you! read more

[[HIGHLIGHT]]Very charming little restaurant in Jerome.[[ENDHIGHLIGHT]] The server was very nice and attentive. I ordered the chicken tortilla soup and it was very flavorful but a little oily. My husband ordered the huevos rancheros and was disappointed. Having had huevos rancheros all over the southwest he has high standards, and was disappointed in the raw spices he tasted in the rancheros sauce. He did say the medium egg was cooked perfectly. Was a little pricy, but it's Jerome. Might stick with our Jerome favorites. read more

Vaqueros Grill & Cantina - Chicken tortilla soup - Mexican Near Me - Jerome, Arizona

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Luckily we got there when we did around 10:30 for brunch because right after us the place got filled right up. I enjoyed the food. Service was pretty slow from the bartender, but it was clear that he was the only one waiting tables plus making all the drinks! Once the food order got placed it was definitely quick getting out. The shrimp tacos were really nice. They had great flavor and the shrimp was cooked perfectly. The nachos were massive! The tamales were good! The steak and eggs were also good looking. Would come back again! read more

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We went here for a nice Mexican dinner. [[HIGHLIGHT]]The restaurant was very busy.[[ENDHIGHLIGHT]] But the service was surprisingly quick and dinner served promptly. Everything we ordered, shrimp diablo (very spicy) and fajitas, all delicious. We recommend this restaurant. read more

[[HIGHLIGHT]]Super cute place and very clean with good service as well[[ENDHIGHLIGHT]] I ordered a Diablo shrimp burrito it didn't come as a burrito and that's fine but it had a sweet flavor to it Diablo should be spicy we also had chicken enchiladas that we pretty much refrigerator cold, ok enough with the bad the Molcajete was amazing, the Colorado burrito was good as read more

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Best Mexican food I've ever had!!!! [[HIGHLIGHT]]I would drive all the way here just to see the artwork on the walls!![[ENDHIGHLIGHT]] Everyone is very nice very kind and understanding 10/10 definitely recommend. read more

My wife and I ordered lunch and two marga My wife and I ordered lunch and two margaritas. My Original margarita supposedly contained "top shelf tequila and Cointreau". The mixture wouldn't pass through the straw due to a rush blending job. And it didn't taste like it contained alcohol. When I "finished" the drink, the level had gone down less than a half inch and ice was left. Alcohol doesn't freeze, so I KNOW it didn't contain alcohol. My wife mentioned to me her strawberry margarita didn't taste like it contained alcohol either and did not touch it after a sip. Her margarita was over filled and spilled on the menu when it was served. The server would not refund the purchase of those and did not stop to discuss our inquiry. My wife ordered a ground beef taco but was given a shredded beef taco. She also ordered a Chile Relleno Deluxe, which comes with the option of red or green sauce. The server didn't mention this and just served her poblano with green sauce. We were left waiting quite a while to pay while she spoke with other customers about local city council issues with another table. A taco , a Chile Relleno Deluxe, a Carne Asada plate, and two margaritas was $97.47 w tax after the tip. Looking at the menu online now, that should've been $66 before tax and tip. read more

Vaqueros Grill & Cantina - Mexican Near Me - Jerome, Arizona

We have been looking for a mocajete that tastes like this for 3 years and we finally found it! At the end, you can finish it off with one of the best margaritas you've ever had. The people are nice and the food is the best! read more

Food was very bland, didn't have much flavor. As well as the chips didn't have any flavor, the only thing good was the horchata.

Hubby and I found this restaurant during our visit to Jerome. It was colorful and had Chile rellano, so we decided to stop for lunch. I ordered the Chile rellano and Hubby had the fajita burrito. Both of our meals were really yummy. We loved the thick chips and flavorful salsa. The atmosphere was really fun with decorated tables and chairs. Our server was friendly and attentive. Very reasonable prices. read more

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Best Mexican food I have eaten hands down! Went late Monday evening...we were the only guests and got a table by one of the large windows looking out to the street.... eclectic and very colorful interior...no complaints on the service and my kiddo got some crayons and paper... Started off with HUGE margaritas..I got a mango flavored one...the food was fantastic...fish tacos with mango made for a delightful flavor...spicy shrimp and chicken fajitas in skillet was mouthwatering...and shrimp tacos seemed delicious... Rice and beans were good quality and tasty too! Highly recommend this place if you are in Jerome! I might go down there just to dine at this place ! read more

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Fast service and meal was hot right off the grill. Tried the asada today with fries. Meat was nice and tender. Chips and salsa were good, can't complain about them. read more

Wow, just wow.....first time in Jerome. Great food, and the margaritas are amazing! The bar is great and the staff was so friendly. The decor was really inviting as well. Overall great find, and great food and drink. read more

Vaqueros Grill & Cantina - brightly colored tables and chairs - Mexican Near Me - Jerome, Arizona

October 6, 2023, me and my sister and brother in law had lunch. I ordered a chile reyeno, with beans, rice, homemade warm tortillas. Also chips, salsa and ice tea. The chile reyeno was the best one I have ever eaten. Hands down. Kudos to the chef. Our waitress, Josephina, was delightful. Thoughtful and professional. Smiled like she was having fun. Showed us how to do the cumbia. The back ground music was perfect, I felt like I was in Mexico. Definitely going to return. read more

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Clean, good-smelling bathrooms. Good salsa. Nice decor. Authentic and good drinks. I loved the food. Wasn't disappointed in any way. read more

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What a cute little restaurant. It had the cutest decor and loved the music they were playing. I ordered the steak fajitas and by far the second best I had ever had. I tried to figure out the spices, but couldn't put my finger on it so I asked the server. He said the chef uses barbecue sauce, and then add his own spices. Yummy!!! If you're In jerome n enjoy Mexican food, hit this spot up!!! You won't regret it. read more

Vaqueros Grill & Cantina - Mexican Near Me - Jerome, Arizona

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My favorite part of Jerome, THE BEST food in town. I've never had a bad dish here. Wonderful salsa and great chipotle queso.

Colorful little Mexican restaurant in the historic mining town of Jerome. The decor was bright vibrant Day of Dead artwork including all the chairs. Which fit in with the haunted theme of Jerome. The service was friendly and quick, our meals were tasty. A plus was the view of the canyon below. read more

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