There wasn't much special about this restaurant. We came here with a group last minute when a different restaurant didn't work out for us. We called them about 15 minutes prior to arriving to let them know we had a large group coming in and they seated us immediately upon arrival. We were seated in a private area which was nice. The food is definitely on the pricier side. The service was good, and the waiter was friendly - sometimes it was too much when he would keep trying to up sell us different drinks. None of us were big on drinking so nobody was interested in trying the drinks but he still continued to try throughout dinner, which made it a little uncomfortable. The food was good but nothing that made me feel the need to come back or recommend. I had the enchiladas and some others had different steaks and fajitas. Not many were impressed by their food. It was not a bad experience but we all agreed that we have had better steak and Mexican food elsewhere for a better price. read more

Via Real - Mexican Near Me - Irving, Texas

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Food: 3 Decor: 3 Service: 2 2.5 stars. My friend and I showed up around noon for Sunday brunch. Little did we know, their brunch was buffet. We took a look and thought it looked okay, so we decided to just stick with that, despite my adverseness towards buffets. Overall, food was very mediocre and nothing special. They had typical American food (waffles, pancakes, sausage), as well as some Mexican (taquitos, enchiladas, fajitas, rice, beans http://www.yelp.com/biz_photos/lX_mvdPK2ZjnxhvdDT4Dyw?userid=2fN8mN7uUjOw-QqtcgYqXQ and http://www.yelp.com/biz_photos/lX_mvdPK2ZjnxhvdDT4Dyw?select=38rXYKNzDa5y9pjOG24JPQ), salmon, and seafood chowder. Salmon and seafood chowder were okay. They also had a chef making omelettes, but I didn't get one. Their dessert consisted of some small cakes and tarts, as well as fruit. Fruit wasn't super fresh, and the other desserts were very boring. Server was also MIA, and the bartender ended up cleaning up our plates. Would not bother coming back, especially since buffet was $20 each. read more

Via Real - Sunday brunch buffet - Mexican Near Me - Irving, Texas

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To be honest when i reviewed the website i almost did not go here. We had a $130 gift card. Do not go here without reservations. Sat at the bar instead of our table. It was amazing. Food was great. Service was amazing. This will become our new local hangout. I cannot recommend it enough read more

Marvelllous all you can eat Sunday Brunch. Fantastic food, first class service and a pleasant ambient. My favorite Brunch place. read more

It was our first time here. It's tucked away but a very awesome ambiance. You can hear and talk in a comfortable manner. The owner came by and greeted and chatted with us making it very personal. Our waitstaff was awesome. Katrina was our waitress, if you can sit in her section do! We had the tentacion and it was yummy...the sear and seasoning on the steak was superb. My husband had the filet that was served on fire...and it was yummy. All was perfect...you must check them out! read more

Their Sunday Brunch is definitely a hidden gem in Irving and you can't beat the bottomless mimosas. I called ahead since we had a group of 4 adults, one kid, a toddler, and a baby. The hostess was friendly and had our table available right on time and high chairs already set. The food was delicious, the waffles were nice and crispy, and the omelet bar is great. I only wish I had more stomach room to try everything. The bathrooms were pristine and the buffet area was kept clean. Our server, Riel, was great and took good care of us. read more

Fantastic brunch spot! My husband and I went here with friends during the pandemic to celebrate one of their birthdays. The restaurant offers a brunch buffet on Sundays and did a tremendous job of keeping the food protected from germs by having patrons wear masks while getting food and having servers provide food from each station. The food was delicious and very reasonably priced. It's a fabulous spot and I recommend it highly. read more

The food is phenomenal. The service impeccable. If you're a margarita fan, the cheaper house margarita frozen is actually better than the more expensive top shelf on the rocks. The wife and I came on a Sat night and were pleasantly surprised to have the side room basically to ourselves. The server, Robert was Johnny on the spot with everything. The wife got the enchiladas that she loved, and I the fajitas. Both delicioso. The salsa and chips was never ending. She got the skinny jalapeño marg that she enjoyed as well. I started with the top shelf margarita on the rocks that tasted like they were trying too hard. It wasn't bueno. Switched to the frozen house and . For dessert we had the Flan. It was out of this world. This is one of the best Tex-Mex places you'll find in the area. Make a point to stop by. Cheers! read more

Great atmosphere, excellent service, and the food is delish. Love coming back here. Try the ceviche!

This is a hidden gem in Las Colinas. I cannot begin to describe how delicious is the food and and how surprising are the artisan drinks and cocktails. Please allow yourself to be surprised by these masters of the the Mexican Puebla cuisine. read more

Via Real - Tacos de Res "Beef tacos" deluxe with 28oz Margarita. - Mexican Near Me - Irving, Texas

Awesome food and solid atmosphere. The guac is amazing and make sure you leave room for dessert.

Had a family gathering, 20+ people. We had a private room, Roque was the server with support. The service: Roque was outstanding and knew how to manage the crowd. His service was impeccable and would certainly ask for him again. The food: Because of the group size the menu was predetermined by the organizer. I had the Red Oak beef tenderloin. Perfectly medium rare, the portion was great. It came with Yukon potatoes and grilled veggies, all exceptional! The desserts were generous and amazing. Atmosphere: Classy but not "uppity." Great place for fine dining. Definitely a do-over. read more

True gem in Las Colinas. Good, staff, service, and ambiance is always amazing. I've been to Via Real on and off for many years. Always a great experience! read more

We hadn't eaten at Via Real in a few years. We dined there with a friend because it was about half way from each of our homes. Via Real is still a wonderful restaurant. It was packed on the Monday night of the NCAA basketball championship game. We loved our meals. Andrea who took care of us helped make our meal special. She was upbeat and knowledgeable. Next time we visit we'll ask for her. read more

The atmosphere was amazing! Service was great and server was very attentive! Food came out fast and accurately and the food tasted Fantastic! read more

Via Real - Ambience - Mexican Near Me - Irving, Texas

I have been a regular here for over 10 years and I have never been disappointed with the food, the staff or the ambiance. This is one of my favorite places in the world and definitely my fave in DFW. So much so that I go there for lunch multiple times per week and host all of my business lunches and dinners here. The food is 5 star excellent. I've tried just about everything on the menu as I've probably dined here over 100 times. Always phenomenal. Always 5 star service. read more

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Nice place, great place for a romantic date with its mood lighting. Foods is excellent and the drinks are divine.

Came in for Mother's Day brunch. We had my Grandmother with us and she forgot her medicines at home so we had to go back to get them. We arrived a little bit late and they were able to hold our table for a couple of minutes while we arrived. The customer service was nothing less than extraordinary by our waitress and management. The food selection was great and always hot! My favorite dessert was the flan. It was like the one my grandmother used to make-AMAZING. Highly recommend you to make your reservations and come check this place out. I was too busy enjoying our visit I didn't even get a chance to take pictures for my review. I'll snap some next time! read more

I was satisfied with everything. Upon arrival, everyone was very friendly, accommodating, and quick to help. It's beautiful on the inside and has a very classy and upscale feel to the restaurant. The Sunday brunch is worth the $25. You get an array of American breakfast items as well as some yummy Mexican favorites (like chilaquiles!). I don't think it's super "authentic", but it's yummmmmm. They have something for all- I especially enjoyed the fact that there was meaty shrimp, Smoked salmon, and fresh fruits. I love their house salad dressing! You also get unlimited mimosas/pointsettas/regular drinks not including coffee or tea. I was impressed with the desserts and very much enjoyed that dessert was in bite sized form so I could try a bit of everything guilt free. I wasn't impressed with the "carving" station. It was literally meat under a heat lamp. I thought there would be more to this and was a little disappointed. I'd return because I like the array of options and quality of food. read more

Via Real - Mexican Near Me - Irving, Texas

After a long day in a series of long days, we were quite looking forward to some good food. We got there about 15 minutes early for our reservation, having come straight from the office. They stored our computer bags in the coat check so that we didn't have to lug them. We were glad to see a full restaurant as a good indication that people like the place. We started with the guacamole, which serves 4 according to the menu, and margaritas. I got the jalapeno, one colleague got the 28oz house, and two colleagues got the Via Rita at the recommendation of our server. I'd never heard margarita flavors described in such detail! The guacamole had good flavor and texture, and we all did get a good-sized dollop. My Jalapeno margarita was tasty with just enough heat to soften to take the edge off the sweetness. For the entrees, I got the Rancher's Special - pork chili relleno, cheese enchilada, crispy beef taco, and black beans instead of the Spanish rice. Others got the roasted shrimp with sea bass enchiladas, cheese enchiladas, and ceviche. Everything was good, very fresh and flavorful, and more food than I could finish. Service was excellent - friendly and welcoming, answering questions, attentive to requests. All in all a tasty meal in a very hospitable atmosphere. read more

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An Irving Staple which is often touted as having better food than the country club in Irving. While I cannot attest to this I can say that the food is very excellent. There are always interesting specials and the atmosphere is phenomenal. The waitstaff are very attentive and friendly, though sometimes a little too attentive. While this may appeal to certain clientele (and definitely shouldn't be changed!) it can be a little bracing for younger patrons or for those not accustomed to Southern Hospitality. Still it's a wonderful place! read more

Outstanding service! The atmosphere was nice and the food was good! The manager/owner was stellar!

Great food, wonderful staff, a true gem! Such a comfortable environment, waiters are very attentive and know the menu so well, they make great recommendations too. read more

My friend and I had dinner there the first time. The place is beautifully decorated. Food and service are good, but we were seated at the table in front of the locked wine racks. During our dinner, 3 servers came to unlock the rack to get wine. As it was right behind me, I needed to scoop. They never said "Excuse me" or "Pardon me." Finally, my friend was very upset about it and told the manager that they should not have put a table there. The manager apologized but did not offer any discounts or compensation to the disrespectful arrangement. Not that it was our reason to tell him, but as a business manager, we thought it was standard gesture. Oh well, never again. read more

I have probably been to this restaurant 200 times in the past 15 years. I had stopped going about two years ago because it had gotten so trendy that, to me, they had lost the commitment to fine dining and instead were settling for a Hell's Kitchen experience (that is, butts in and butts out--food quality be damned). That was not the case last night. I had one of my best meals in months last night and I am looking forward to my next trip to Via Real. I am hoping it is once again a destination spot. When this place is good, there's nothing better. But two years ago, I ranked it slightly below Golden Coral. read more

The squash enchiladas is our favorite. Service is always spot on. The ambiance is why we go here to!

One of my favorite spots in Irving! My fiancé and I have been a few times and we love this for a date night!! The food is absolutely fantastic and we always look forward to eating here, the staff is also amazing! read more

My first time here! I ordered the spinach enchiladas with the grilled shrimp on top. Amazing! Restaurant is busy so be prepared for it to be a bit loud inside. Only thing I would have preferred was a hotter salsa. A nit too mild for me. read more

Outstanding service. Best margaritas in dfw. I liked the authentic and classy atmosphere. Flavorful dishes and we had a table of 6 so got to validate lots of different dishes from classic Mexican to seafood to steak. My only complaint is corn in the Chile Relleno seemed weird. read more

Wow wow wow! 5 stars from the ambiance to the staff to of course the food. It's 5 star dining but not quite as expensive. They start you off with chips and salsa. The chips are warm and crispy. The salsa is really good, the heat was just right. I got fajitas. The portion was insane and the food itself, delicious. The service was on point. Drinks didn't go less than half full, staff was friendly. Highly recommended! read more

Great service but over priced for the quality. The taste was disappointing. Would go back and try again with a different choice.

This spot is on point! The ambience is amazing...sexy, quaint, and upscale all in one. These people are passionate about food...this is not just dining...it's a culinary experience! I had the pecan-crusted sea bass which left me speechless. Raphael was our waiter and he was fabulous. Do yourself a favor. Come. Here. read more

Via Real - Sorry. I was so busy enjoying my dish that I didn't get a pic. ‍ - Mexican Near Me - Irving, Texas

Came here for a wedding rehearsal dinner and ordered from a set menu. The food was pretty disappointing. The corn salad was overly dressed and too salty. The shrimp platter was not flavorful and the shrimp was not fresh. The cilantro mashed potatoes were oddly flavored. Their desserts were the best part-- the crème brûlée was nice and creamy. The flan was okay but not very memorable. Staff was very nice and interior is pretty read more

Not that great of a value...Food Meh and service, while fair was not overly attentive. Atmosphere was as expected

Amazing food and ambiance. The top shelf margarita is fantastic. Kevin is the best server ever!

This place is PHENOMENAL! We were WARMLY greeted at the door. They THANKED us for coming in. Our waiter Rafael was very attentive. The manager, Jimmie also stopped by several times to ensure our dinner was perfect. Not one bad or negative thing to say!! STRONGLY RECOMMEND!!!!! read more

Via Real - Tacos De Res, Rancher 's Special - Mexican Near Me - Irving, Texas

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Great restaurant. Fantastic food two nights in a row. The service, the ambiance and the decor are excellent. Will definitely be back when visiting Dallas. Highly recommend. The chips and salsa, made in house are seriously addicting. read more

I am staying at the Four Seasons across the street and wanted to head out to the grocery store to pick up a few items. I saw this restaurant walking through the shopping center and decided to stop in for a beer. Had some chips and salsa and got hungy. Ordered the Trio Escalopas and enjoyed a meal that exceeded my high standards. The Macadamia nut encrusted scallops was sensational!! The menu description is Macadamia nut encrusted jumbo sea scallops with mango-basil sauce and a port wine poached pear salad. Look at this dish. I ate everything including the lettuce underneath the pears. The service was personal, professional, and I felt like I was at home. Restaurant was packed on a Tuesday night. I think that says it all. If you really appreciate an exquisite quality over quantity, this fabulous dining experience is waiting for you! Compliments to the Executive Chef and wonderful servers!! read more

Via Real - Macadamia nut encrusted jumbo sea scallops with mango-basil sauce and a port wine poached pear salad. - Mexican Near Me - Irving, Texas

Via Real has the most amazing service. We met the manager, Jimmie, when we went our first time, and ever since then, any time we visit he always takes care of us. We have brought all different family members and friends, and they have loved Via Real. Rocky is pretty much always our server, and he is just awesome. We celebrated the news of our baby, and he brought us a dessert that was so unique and creative. (Picture below) You cannot go wrong with the place. Owner is amazing which just shows why the whole staff is as great as they are. We will always be back! read more

Via Real - Complimentary dessert - Mexican Near Me - Irving, Texas

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Great Atmosphere, Great food. Just needs improvement on service but overall great time!