Decided last minute on a Friday that we wanted some upscale Mexican. Found a reservation at Verdad and it turned out great! We sat inside, in a very cool dining area with loads of Mexico City vibes. That said, the outdoor options look good too. Our server was helpful and enthusiastic. With her help we decided to start with the mole sampler, which was fun and tasty. We shared the octopus and filet mignon tacos as well. The octopus was tender and savory, but I think next time we'd try the scallops. The steak tacos were fantastic! So tender and delicious. We also had the chipotle carrots and corn soufflé sides. Both were wonderful. We finished up with some piping hot churros. We had some leftovers! read more

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The food at Verdad was absolutely delicious! The restaurant itself was very nice and clean, with an elevated but still casual atmosphere. Parking was also easy with garage validation, which is always a plus. The chicken tortilla soup and filet mignon tacos are both a must -- I would definitely order them again. The dessert trio, however, I would probably pass on next time. Our waiter was very friendly and accommodating. The reason for my 3-star rating really comes down to the speed of service. Our soups initially came out lukewarm, and while they brought us fresh ones fairly quickly, it had already taken quite a while for the first round to arrive. We ended up being there for a very, very long time and eventually asked our waiter if our main courses could be brought out right after our soups because everything was taking so long. I would absolutely come back for the food because almost everything we ordered was great. I just hope the wait times improve because that was really the only thing holding the experience back. read more

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This place was stellar. All around superb. Came here with family and a work group. They even printed custom menus with a title on it. People were amazing. Managers were very accommodating. Could not have asked for a better experience. Food was so good all around. We ordered so much food. Not a bad thing was had. Nachos were not my thing but it's mainly because I don't like sausage. Probably one of the best churros I have ever had. The lime pie is just OK. Kinda felt like I was eating a whipped cream pie with lime flavor. We will be back for sure read more

Okay, I only came in for a cocktail, so this review is very limited in scope. But hey, I still have an opinion. I met a girlfriend here for a quick drink before dinner at 5:45 pm on a Friday. It was already fairly lively when I arrived. This is a huge space! We had cocktails outside on the porch, but walking past the two dining rooms and large interior bar, I was shocked at how large and roomy this restaurant is. The decor is modern, minimal, and chic casual. Some folks showed up in short and tshirts, others in dresses and heals. So I think anything goes. I ordered the signature margarita on the rocks. It was towards the sweet side, but not overly so. Very good. I'd definitely return for more margaritas and to taste some food. Our server was fantastic. Very nice, speedy and friendly service. read more

Had an amazing dinner at Verdad. Myself along with my coworkers came here for a dinner and were impressed. We were seated right away and our server was super kind and patient with us. They were great with recommending items and always checking on us. Between the food and drinks and the overall vibes of the restaurant, everyone was very pleased with the experience overall. I plan to come back on my own and bring others here because the food was so good and I had a great time. read more

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We have been here a couple of times. Dined inside and for Happy Hour. I like the ambiance and decor. The drinks are bright and tasty. My favorite dish is the filet Mignon Tacos! Every bite is on point and i wish i didn't have to share. The octopus is cooked well. I like the mole with tortilla chips. All sauces good but too sweet. The nachos weren't my favorite. The scallop wrapped in bacon with sausage was controversial. The scallop was cooked well but the bacon needed to be rendered crispy. The sausage was tasty but I didn't think it paired well with scallop. The churros took care of ny sweet craving. The staff is friendly. Parking can be validated too. read more

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I had the opportunity to dine at Verdad while on a short trip to Austin, TX. Our server Michael was very pleasant and attended to all of our needs throughout the various courses of our meal. When it was time to serve the food a small army of people entered the private room briskly and efficiently. The ambiance of the restaurant was very bright, modern with a lot of wood, stone and glass. read more

VERDAD True Modern Mexican - Platter with ribs, shrimp, lobster and chicken. - Mexican Near Me - Austin, Texas

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This was an interesting experience. The service was excellent and the restaurant itself is beautiful, well designed and modern. The menu is HUGE with a platter for fajitas and lobster. Ceviche and Hamachi on the menu are excellent and the wagyu taco starters were delicious with tender meat and a cool dual tone tortillaa. The mole tasting was a fun experience and the food was overall good. I wish there have been lobster in the lobster Quesadilla but I know the cost is high on that meat so there was the essence of lobster. It's important to note that it wasn't at the level of the price point for anything. Nothing here made me want to come back. It was a nice spot to meet up with a friend but nothing to write home about. It did get busy so imagine the people who live nearby frequent this place but as someone who has to seek it out, it's not my first or second choice. Presentation was lovely and the margaritas were ok, which was disappointing after seeing the tequila set up. Visually it's all done very well, flavor and taste journey is average. read more

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I have heard of The Grove and passed by that area many times, yet have never ventured in. After few hours of power shopping, I needed a snack and decided to pop into Verdad at The Grove. Wow...it's different in a very good way. Verdad gives clean and modern persona a whole new meaning. It a Mexican food dining experience that feels thoughtfully designed. When I walked in, I was stunned by the large size, modern and unique lighting and innovative wall design. The cool color tones breathe stylish, modern and cutting-edge dining. This large indoor and outdoor dining room would be suitable for date nights, special occasions, or a leisurely dinner with friends. The menu highlights a modern Mexican, blending traditional flavors with modern twist. I ordered the Verdad guacamole (Fresh guacamole topped with salsa tatemada (a fire roasted tomato salsa) served with signature heirloom white masa chips. It is highlighted as vegan, dairy free, and gluten free. During happy hour 3-6 pm the guacamole is $9 and during dinner it is $16. My server was cordial and attentive. If you want to impress someone, take them to Verdad. It definitely has the wow factor. read more

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Went here for a work dinner, we had a private room so the service was amazing. Food was beyond good we tried so many different types of food. Would definitely go back! read more

Met a fried for a last minute Happy Hour here on Cinco de Mayo last week. It was supposed to have been 4 of us but 2 had to bail last minute. Frustrating but the folks at Verdad were so accommodating because the 2 of us who made it moved from a table to the bar so we could partake of their HH specials. They were also running Cinco de Mayo specials but only in the dining area and the HH items while sitting at the bar top made for sense for us. We really appreciated their flexibility on the changing number of people and our request to move to the bar! The place was really nicely decorated and very full that day. I'm sure I'll find myself back there again soon! read more

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Always a great happy hour. So attentive and beautiful restaurant. Food never disappoints. read more

VERDAD True Modern Mexican - Chocolate Chile Souffle - Mexican Near Me - Austin, Texas

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Verdad is the cutest restaurant with an amazing happy hour M-F 4-6:30pm! The vibe is perfect for date night, too. We enjoyed the chips and guacamole, scallops, filet mignon tacos (Friday only), and yummy cocktails. I wanted to order the octopus fritters but was unfortunately outvoted. Our server was so nice! He had great suggestions and was so friendly. There are lots of 2 hour street parking spaces in front and also a parking deck around the corner (the website says they validate for three hours of parking). read more

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This would probably be 3.5 stars but rounding up. I have mixed feelings about this place. This was the first time I've come for happy hour (only been for dinner before) and so the 4 stars are for the happy hour which is M-F from 4-630 in the bar and patio area. Great drink options, some fun appetizers to try (altho not a huge selection) so worth it to come during this time. And the service is always great so I do appreciate that! Dinner/non-HH items however to me, are really overpriced. The bacon wrapped scallops were $24 - really? The "filet taco Friday" was a nice surprise and these were definitely delicious! The guac - amazinggg. Mole tasting - meh. Scallop ceviche - not my vibe. Nachos - fun take on them and very tasty. So all in all, I'd come back only for HH! read more

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The Ambience - 10/10!!! The restaurant is VERY spacious, beautifully designed, and in a beautiful area (The Grove). I had my birthday dinner here and the table was HUGE. Perfect for a big party. One side was large booth seating (could fit about 4-5 people) and the other was chair seating (about 3-4). It was perfect for my dinner. The drinks: 11/10!!! Everyone LOVED their drinks. I got a margarita (fresa fantastica) and that was the best margarita, especially strawberry margarita, that I've had in a long time. I'm going back for the drinks alone! The food: 5/10. Decent, but nothing to rave about. Nevertheless, I would absolutely come back here. Not for the food, but the drinks & ambience. Also, shoutout to the staff! I thought I left something at the restaurant, so I called to check. The man who answered was so kind and looked for the item. It wasn't there (thank God I found it somewhere else) but I really appreciated him for taking the time to look! He seemed genuinely concerned and like he cared. read more

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I came here for happy hour and sat at the bar. This restaurant is pretty spacious. There's the left side which is the bar and high tops and then the dining area up the stairs past the host stand. Parking in the garage behind the building was helpful, since it was pouring cats and dogs this day. We ordered everything on the happy hour menu for $9 and our drinks were $9? It was clever and cheap. HH went until 6:30! The apps and drinks were delicious, you can't go wrong with a margarita. Great place to catch up, friendly staff, yummy foods. Also, the bar surface area is very wide, so we sat in the corner and were able to have alot of space, like we were at our own table. The Grove is lucky to have this restaurant. read more

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Located off MoPac and 45th in the Grove, VERDAD has a spacious interior and some interesting dishes on a fairly large menu. Major ingredient types and allergens are clearly labeled on their menu next to each item, with a detailed legend located at the bottom of the menu. In place of chips and salsa, they offer both Mole and Salsa tastings on their menu, which come with a smattering of their white masa chips and with the mole or salsas in three cups. Their salsa has prominent flavors, but none of them are particularly spicy. For beverages, we went with NA options of Tamarind Ginger Ale and Prickly Pink Soda (their answer to the Pink Pamola). The mains are interesting. Pricing appears to be roughly double what you'd pay for standardized versions of each dish. Since it was our first time here, I was uncertain about exact portion sizes. I ended up confused by their drastically different portion sizes between entrees. The Vegan Relleno entree is filled with butternut squash, spinach, beans, corn, and a cashew crema. It utilizes a large poblano pepper. The flavors are varied, but it lacks something to tie them neatly all together. If they had prepared each of the pieces of butternut squash more consistently, the butternut squash would have formed the base. A starchier option, rather than watery, would have sufficed. The Seared Sea Scallops with Huitlacoche 'Caviar' are disappointingly small and unfilling as an entree. Surprisingly, this entree is served with nothing else. Flavorwise, the scallops aren't too bad, if not a tad bit salty with a slightly fishy aroma and a bit of sandy grit. The "colossal" scallop description on the menu is misleading. I did like the corn blinis... The radish slices with rolled cucumber are supposed to be a garnish. But they don't appear to be a garnish. They are located on the plate, rather than on either the scallop or the blini. Which leads to confusion about which to pair the radish and cucumber with. The small scallop entree size necessitated an additional appetizer order of Chargrilled Octopus with Guajillo Glaze. The octopus is drenched in much more than a glaze, and the appetizer is more filling than the scallop entree. It is also quite salty from the sauce. However, the preparation of octopus itself is fine. Smokey, and soft enough to not complain about chewiness. Parking is ample, either on the street or in one of the nearby garages. The kitchen is open, and it looks packed with stacks of items on stainless steel shelves and workspaces. Overall, it's clear you will be paying more for ambiance and real estate location rather than food quality. Some of the flavors here are respectable, but the flavors here aren't the wow factor; instead the VERDAD team has decided to emphasize the interior design of their dining area. read more

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I'm IN LOVE with this place. The enchiladas here are delicious. On Sundays, they have an enchiladas special, where you can order any enchilada entree with a side of soup or salad for $29. Such a steal! I ordered both their Chef's Chicken Enchiladas and the Pork Enchiladas with Salsa Verde. Both are fantastic, but I think the pork enchiladas take the cake. The salsa verde is tangy, while the enchilada sauce for the chicken is slightly richer (but not too heavy). I also recommend the Hamachi Ceviche as an appetizer. It's light and easy to share. The only dish I've tried that I wasn't the craziest about was the Seared Sea Scallops with Huitlacoche 'Caviar.' The scallops themselves were super yummy; however, I wasn't a fan of the Huitlacoche 'caviar.' The flavor was quite overwhelming in comparison to the scallops and the rest of the dish. That said, I will 100% be coming back. The service here is stellar, and there's so much on the money that I'll have to try next time. read more

VERDAD True Modern Mexican - Hamachi Ceviche - Mexican Near Me - Austin, Texas

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I was visiting Austin for a concert and decided to venture outside the downtown area. It was easy to find a reservation here. The staff was friendly and welcoming . The food and drinks were excellent! I never had pork enchiladas before but they did not disappoint. read more

VERDAD True Modern Mexican - Pork Enchiladas with Salsa Verde - Mexican Near Me - Austin, Texas

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We attended a gathering at VERDAD last evening. I'm not sure which was the most amazing part of the evening. The ambiance of our private room was modern and quaint. The service was impeccable. Michael took care of us enthusiastically and professionally. The family-style meal was phenomenal. From the corn fritter appetizer to the refreshing watermelon and cucumber salad to the main course of grilled scallops, chicken, lobster, and ribs to the dessert platter, we enjoyed some of the most delicious dishes. read more

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I love the atmosphere and the service for our private event was excellent. The food; however, wasn't five stars. Some at my table had the special fajita plate with lobster and ribs...it looked awesome! I had the calamari which was tasty (even though they don't serve it with marinara), the ceviche, and the salsa trio for apps. They were all good. I went wrong with my main entree, the seafood enchiladas. The sauce was extra heavy and rich but that was ok. The seafood inside the tortillas was minimal and was certainly over powered by all the corn and peppers and cumin . read more

VERDAD True Modern Mexican - SEAFOOD ENCHILADAS - Mexican Near Me - Austin, Texas

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atmosphere: 10/10, food: 10/10. if you want a elevated fancier classier mexican restaurant, verdad is your best friend. we got queso and guac to start and both were great, no complaints (but these are hard to mess up). Their menu is HUGE so i decided to go for something alittle more unique and got the steak relleno. My worry was that there wasnt gonna be enough food but boy was i wrong. It came with two relleno peppers STUFFED with steak, sausage, and all good things. Be aware tho, these peppers are pretty spicy sooo if you can't take spice, DO NOT get this!!! It was very flavorful and very filling. Lots and lots of meat stuffed in it! Service was quick, and he split our checks without us asking for it so that was very nice read more

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Food, drinks, service, and atmosphere are excellent! This restaurant is beautiful on the inside. Love all the different lighting they have! They have a great drink selection and we all loved our drinks. Very unique selections too! Our waitress, Z, was the perfect amount of attentiveness and personable conversation. Must gets: mole tasting 10 out of 10 (who knew you could dip chips into mole like salsa), fajita board (chicken, steak, shrimp, lobster, pork rib, scallops, oh my!), and the duck (perfection! ). Appreciate their parking garage and validation as well. Run don't walk to this place! The Perry's group hits it out of the park! read more

VERDAD True Modern Mexican - Fajita board for 4 - Mexican Near Me - Austin, Texas

I was so thoroughly pleased with my first experience at Verdad. I found this spot when I came across a last minute available reservation on OpenTable. The interior was beautifully decorated and there's a few different dining areas (inside and out). I loved everything I ordered: Salsa Tasting, Hamachi Ceviche, Fiesta Board (grilled steak, chicken, shrimp, bacon wrapped scallops, pork spare ribs and sides), Fresa Fantastica frozen margarita and a signature rocks margarita. The fiesta board is a great "bang for your buck" option and tasted fantastic. My only complaints would be about the pricing of the alcoholic beverages and how the hot chocolate tasted (threw it away). The bevs could definitely be a lot cheaper for the amount that you get or they could give you a bit more. $17 for a frozen margarita in a martini type glass is wild. Other than that, no notes. I will absolutely be back there to try other items. read more

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We thoroughly enjoyed VERDAD. When we arrived our table wasn't ready so we headed to our favorite spot - THE BAR we actually prefer sitting at the bar but always book tables to ensure we get a seat. We loved the bartender and I need to find her name. She was friendly and very knowledgeable on both food and drink. I don't typically care for mezcal but she recommended her favorite drink which had both tequila and mezcal- I was skeptical but she did not steer me wrong. My spouse had the regular margarita which was well balanced and tasty despite that they pre batch their cocktails. Our table was ready right as we were deciding on what to eat and after our wonderful bartenders food recommendation decided to take it as it was extremely loud. Not slightly, but very loud so if you're on a first date ummmm this may not be the place. The table was definitely quieter and I didn't realize how large the restaurant was until heading in that direction. For food we settled on the shared board that was a smorgasbord of lots of yummy things. It was the perfect size for 2 with leftovers. I'd definitely return and want to make it for HH. Thanks VERDAD! read more

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Verdad....great ambiance, it's sexy. Food equaled that. The plates exploded with flavor. All the different Mexican peppers used, were done perfectly. We had the ceviche, octopus, lobster quesadillas, the duck, rib eye and filet tacos. Oh oh and the corn soufflé.... Which by the way should be automatically serviced with everything it was so good. If you're looking for something different, exotics where flavors burst in your mouth this is it. The only complaint was the stuffing in the duck entree was cold but flavor still delivered. For the price it should be hot. Regardless....just get the margarita pie for dessert. We got an extra to go home. read more

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The restaurant is beautiful and welcoming. The food is delicious. BUT we went for a birthday and specifically asked for a fun server when we made our reservation. The lady who waited on us barely paid any attention to our table. We had to flag her down and ask for everything we needed. And the restaurant was not busy at all, so that's not an excuse. So only 2 stars based solely on service. read more

Pretty good Mexican cuisine. We started off with the guacamole and it was tasty but the chips were just okay. I had the cherry mole duck and it was absolutely amazing and mouth watering. I will dream of that duck dish. My wife had the filet mignon tacos and said they were tasty. For a side we tried the corn soufflé cake and it was okay. We also had the HH drinks and they were fine. The service was fast and our waitress was friendly. We sat outside on the patio and it was a nice breezy day. I didn't quite see inside but it was packed for a Friday evening. There is parking nearby on street, valet or a garage. I will definitely be back to try the seafood portion of their menu which looked delicious. read more

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We had dinner here with my mother-in-law and partner. We got the fiesta platter for 4 and this thing really is for 4!! It was so much food but so worth it. They boxed it up for us and even gave us a free pie to go for ordering it. The margaritas were also incredible! Our waiter was Caleb and he was a true professional. read more

VERDAD True Modern Mexican - Chef's Chicken Enchiladas Verdad Fiesta Board for 4 - Mexican Near Me - Austin, Texas

The restaurant is beautiful and the staff were kind, but I was underwhelmed with the food for the price. Happy Hour is only at the bar, which wasn't clear when we sat at our table. The menu was pretty pricey but tasty, although the chips are not vegan!! The server told me they are fried in the same fryer as the squid. Parking is validated in the garage. read more

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A creative and fun vibe flows through this restaurant. They made room for a group of families to gather in their heated patio dining. The food was delicious with most people enjoying their filet mignon tacos. read more

Every trip here is a pleasure. The food is great and the drinks and service fantastic. Azul was a sweet, upbeat server who couldn't do enough for us and the manager (Vanya?) and the hostess couldn't have been nicer. read more

I was surprised with a birthday dinner here and fell in love with the ambiance, the service, and the food! As a Mexican American, I've got to say the dishes did feel authentic but with a twist! Every plate we tried was so so flavorful, like a burst of color in your mouth. The decor and aesthetic were stunning! Because it was my birthday our server took time to get me a surprise milk candy dessert with a candle and a birthday card signed by all of the staff :'). It was a lovely birthday dinner at Verdad! read more

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This place is so underrated! Aside from the beautiful interior -- the service and food don't miss a beat. This location is stunning and perfect for any time of the day. We stopped by for brunch today and truly enjoyed our meals. My boyfriend had the chilaquiles while I devoured my tacos (El Tradicional & the Cochinita Pibil). The Conchinita was my fav, it's full of flavor and simply DELICIOUS! We also started off with their signature coffee (try it with the vanilla concha!) and a Berry Strong smoothie. Both were great! Our server, Eliza was awesome and also very helpful! We'll be back :) read more

VERDAD True Modern Mexican - Signature coffee and concha - Mexican Near Me - Austin, Texas

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One of my favorite restaurants in Austin! The interior is gorgeous, with dim ambient lighting and aesthetically shaped lamps. They have so many delicious food and dessert options! Recommend the oysters and hamachi ceviche. My favorite dessert is the seis leches cake! read more

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Was excited to try this place after its huge hype, but not that impressed by the food here. I loved the atmosphere of the place, it was well designed and well made. The service was good, nothing awfully remarkable. Food came out pretty fast though, my husband and I sat right by the kitchen so it was also cool to watch the food coming out. I got a mojito to start - couldn't tell if there was any alcohol at all in it. I also got the seafood enchiladas. They were ok, lacking the wow factor for me. Felt like I could have made them at home. read more

VERDAD True Modern Mexican - SEAFOOD ENCHILADAS - Mexican Near Me - Austin, Texas

I had been interested in trying Verdad for a long time and recently came here with a group of friends for NYE and was not super impressed. The restaurant itself is beautiful but the service (at least the night we came) was so slow it was crazy. Our server was very nice but they only made it to our table once every 30-40 minutes. Our drinks also took an hour to get to our table after being ordered and it took an hour to leave after asking for our checks. I don't think I would normally be so bothered about this kind of service on a holiday but the food and drinks were so overpriced that it was hard to overlook and the restaurant was not crazy busy. I ordered the chef's chicken enchiladas which were very good but cost $32 and didn't even come with beans and rice. The beans and rice cost an additional $7 so really my enchiladas cost about $40. Overall I was pretty disappointed but I hope they improve their service in the future. read more

VERDAD True Modern Mexican - Pork Spare Rib Barbacoa - Mexican Near Me - Austin, Texas

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Visiting Austin from LA and my friends recommended this spot. The inside is so beautiful, amazing decor and set up. We ordered the steak and chicken fajitas. They were so tender and juicy- by far the best fajitas I've had. Even the onions were delicious. They came with rice and beans, so so good too. Our server, I believe Terry, was very attentive to our table. He constantly refilled our water the whole dinner. We appreciated his attentive service tonight read more

VERDAD True Modern Mexican - Prime Steak Fajitas 100% Organic Chicken Fajitas - Mexican Near Me - Austin, Texas

Verdad is definitely one of my favorite restaurants in Austin. The service is friendly and helpful. The food and drinks are phenomenal. They have so many different margarita flavor options. I had the pineapple. It wasn't overly sweet, but it was pretty strong. I had the Texas queso as an appetizer. It's almost addicting. The cherry mole duck is excellent. It's flavorful, savory and tender. The mole sauce is subtly sweet and has a nice kick to it. The mashed yuca is probably better than most mashed potatoes I've had. I love their bite-sized churros and the chocolate soufflé. The churros are freshly made, with a crispy outside and a soft center. The soufflé is so moist and rich. It balances well with the ice cream. I will definitely return to Verdad. read more

VERDAD True Modern Mexican - Cherry Mole Duck* - Mexican Near Me - Austin, Texas

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The ambiance was great, the modern decor elevated the space. Our server was super friendly and positive which made for a great experience. To start we had the margarita and the reserve mexical to drink. Classic margarita, you can't go wrong. The reserve mexical was an upscale sangria, I enjoyed it! The hamachi ceviche was good, but could use more flavor. I've had better in Austin but it's still a good choice. The filet mignon tacos were really great! I wish I enjoyed the seafood enchiladas more, it was lacking some flavor. I wish they had a red or green sauce. read more

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