Viva Vivo! While there's clearly no shortage of Tex-Mex eateries it here, this spot is worth keeping on your radar. Flavor, value, and solid vegan options coalesce to make a compelling argument for any meal. Starting out strong with free chips and salad, don't skip the generous array of margaritas, both frozen and on the rocks, flavor with everything from prickly pear to cucumber. I accidentally was served the frozen version rather than the classic requested, but it was so remarkably refreshing and well-balanced, I saw no need to send it back. The real selling point, however, is "Emma's Choice." You can take your pick of any enchilada and any taco, plus rice and beans, all on one loaded plate. The puffy taco with tofu was phenomenal, like eating a taco salad in a proper fried shell. For healthier cravings, the mushroom and spinach enchiladas can't be beat, and you have even more choice for sauce, including rojo, verde, and chipotle, for those dairy-free. You really can have it all, and eat happily with any omnivores at the table. read more

Very mediocre Tex Mex food. Stopped in for a quick dinner before seeing a movie at AFS cinema next door. They've got a nice patio which we opted to sit on. We visited during happy hour. Ordered a couple of house margaritas, which were presented nicely but tasted very watered down. Got the spinach + mushroom quesadillas and the Trio of dips to share. Quesadillas were not good. I make better ones at home honestly. Low quality ingredients and a tough/chewy tortilla. The dip trio was slightly better, but the "bean dip" was just refried beans and the queso was lacking in flavor. Guac was fine and the chips the trio was served with were soft and tasty. Not worth the steep $16 price tag for this dish. Service was fine but a little slow. Definitely a one time visit for me. read more

First timer at Vivo. The ambiance was so romantic for the price point, I think I stumbled across what could potentially be a gem for date nights. I had the puffy tacos and the service was great. The only reason I am not giving a full 5 stars was because: 1. the music: loud reggaeton really didn't fit the ambiance, in my opinion. i just felt like i was at a dance club and not so much an intimate sit down restaurant that didn't really give off a club vibe. it was very loud and after a while it became annoying and ruined the dining experience for me. 2. i got the 2 puffy tacos and the ground beef one was delicious. but the other i ordered was bean and cabbage and if i had known it was going to be the same refried beans that came as a side with a sprinkle of cabbage on top i wouldn't have gotten it. they might as well have given me a tortilla to make my own taco with the beans & rice. it was bland and just too much refried beans. very unoriginal, i do not recommend. i really thought it was going to be different and was disappointed. This place is a maybe for me. I do appreciate the pricing and service! maybe i'll give it a second chance one day. read more

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Patio weather is approaching and they have a small patio for dining out on those nice days. During lunch, I tried the taco salad and it was packed with food. Everything about this meal was yummy. I would definitely get it again. read more

Vivo - Shredded chicken taco salad - Tex-Mex Near Me - Austin, Texas

Vivo is one of my favorite TexMex restaurants and I come here anytime I am close to the Linc shopping center. Vivo features TexMex favorites such as puffy tacos as well as traditional dishes, and a variety of cocktails at a reasonable price. You can choose to sit indoors or on the outdoor patio. The service is always amazing. I usually request to sit in Alejandro's section because he provides attentive and friendly service. The chips and salsa are complementary, and these are the only part of the meal that is not my favorite because the salsa is VERY spicy. They have a variety of great cocktails. I usually get a frozen margarita with strawberry or mango puree. It is served with a decorative flower for a classy touch. I also tried the Mezcal Union Paloma with Mezcal Union Uno Joven, fresh squeezed grapefruit, splash of squirt, on the rocks and the El Jardin with Seedlip Garden NA Spirit, cucumber puree, lime juice & simple syrup. On the rocks. I love starting with the El Cuartro which is a great introduction to all their TexMex favorites. It includes 2 mini puffy tacos, (1 beef/1 chicken), cheese and pico de gallo quesadilla, 1 chicken flauta, and 2 California nachos, served with sour cream. You can customize the puffy tacos but it is a great sampler platter to try all their specialties. For my entree, I always order the Cameron's choice a combo plate featuring a chalupa (compuesta, veggie, or tinga) and an enchilada of your choice, served with whole grain brown rice and beans. I customize my plate to add beef fajita to the chalupa. It is served crispy and fresh. I get the cheese enchilada with chili con carne sauce. Their rice is so unique and healthier because they use whole grain brown rice. Overall consistently good TexMex food with great service. read more

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Love Vivo! Such yummy margaritas, delicious chips & salsa, fajitas and enchiladas are amazing. My boyfriend always orders the sopapillas, and thinks they are some of the best in Austin. Def recommend! read more

My father and I stopped in for a drink while waiting for our table next door, and JD at the bar (James) was absolutely wonderful- patient, friendly, and welcoming, with a beautiful smile. The ambiance was great, with dim lighting that created a relaxed and inviting atmosphere. Even the gentleman cleaning was friendly and attentive, which added to the positive experience. read more

Vivo is located close to one of my work locations and it's a go-to with colleagues for lunch. Decent Tex-Mex with nicely priced lunch specials. I love the puffy taco with rice and cup of tortilla soup deal. It's only 9 bux. read more

Vivo - Tex-Mex Near Me - Austin, Texas

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Picked up take out, shrimp tacos and beef tacos. Both were delicious!! Chips freshly made, don't even need salsa. But, the queso was great also. Prices are nice as well. Great dinner. read more

Came back here recently and unfortunately me and my boyfriend had a bad experience :( I got the shrimp enchiladas and they were not very good but the service was honestly pretty disappointing. It was not a very busy night and everything was soooo slow. I didn't get my margarita until after my food came out (I ordered it when we ordered our food) and it took awhile to even get our food. Our server was nice enough but our waters were empty for the majority of the time we were there and stayed that way even after we asked for a refill. I hate to leave a negative review but I was really disappointed especially after having more positive experiences in the past. read more

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Used to be in Manor road but the food is as good as I remember. The atmosphere is different from the old location but we were glad we went. We will definitely come back. read more

Very very good! Love the easy parking. The salad was huge with a generous portion of chicken. I loved the toasted pumpkin seeds. The verde enchiladas were good although the tortillas were a little too thick / tough. Overall, food was good and we would go back Service was great, friendly although they cleaned up too quickly. They took away utensils while we were still eating. read more

Vivo - Verde Enchiladas - Tex-Mex Near Me - Austin, Texas

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Came here for an afternoon pick me up margarita. Our waitress made our we had chips and salsa on our table at all times and checked on us frequently. The margs here are strong and delicious. They are also a good price. It gets the job done. I also love the inside decor and ambiance! read more

Vivo - Strawberry Margarita - Tex-Mex Near Me - Austin, Texas

I recently visited here with my friend and we had an amazing dinner! The parking situation outside is a bit of a mess as the spaces were incredibly narrow, but there's a lot next door that allows for a bit more room in parking. We did have a reservation and were promptly seated by the host, who was incredibly friendly! Our waitress was also very prompt in coming over to take care of us, but it was a bit harder trying to get our bill to pay and go home at the end of the night. I felt bad because we left after close, but we asked to pay before then and were told not to worry about it and not to rush. I always hate leaving after a restaurant closes, so I think I'd try to get everything taken care of sooner the next time we go! As for the food, everything was delicious and I absolutely LOVED that when I asked if the tortillas for the enchiladas were only corn and had no wheat, the waitress asked if it was for a gluten allergy. After I let her know it was, she told the kitchen to prepare everything separately to help prevent any contamination. So thankful for that! I don't know that I would order a flavored margarita again, as it was good, but I didn't taste as much of the hibiscus. BUT I will absolutely be back for the enchiladas and flan!! The chips and salsa were also fantastic. All in all, it was a great experience and my friend also mentioned bringing her husband here in the future, so you can tell we both enjoyed it! read more

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I love the salsa and chips, they are so good. Food is good, for me the salsa has to be good. The food is secondary.

Been meaning to try this place for a while now, and my only regret is that I hadn't come sooner! Drinks are great, food is delicious, and they have plenty of vegetarian options. Big parking lot, and not a long wait for a party of 4 on a Saturday night. Our waiter was awesome and super helpful as well. Will be back!! read more

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Just happen to go by Bebo last night wasn't my attention but it was very good to say the lease fresh Mexican food ask for Oscar he's a great waiter. The tortilla soup is good. The flan is good. Their enchiladas are good as well as their quesadillas? read more

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I had a great experience at Vivo this past week! I ordered the puffy taco plate (shredded chicken and bean w/ cabbage and other veggies) and it comes with beans and rice. It was a really filling and delicious meal, and it costed $12 + tax and tip. I think that's cheap, considering how much eating out costs these days. My friend ordered the chipotle enchiladas, and she said it wasn't that great, which is why I deducted a star. Service was great, and the server came by often to see how we're doing. It was kind of dim inside, so it gave off a formal vibe, but you don't have to dress nicely. Tl;dr: Service and vibes were good. Puffy taco plate is delicious and chipotle enchiladas were meh. read more

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The service was good and the food was on point. The chicken enchiladas hit the spot. I would definitely try them again if I was in the area, especially for that price point, it was worth it. read more

Vivo - Tex-Mex Near Me - Austin, Texas

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I took a friend here an hour before closing last night, just to share a quick appetizer and a drink after a long rehearsal night. The chips were still buttery fresh, the salsa had its usual delightful kick, and the margaritas never disappoint. This restaurant is super colorful and moody inside -- jewel toned walls and dark lighting, perfect for a casual date or happy hour with your bestie. My mom and I have loved this spot ever since it opened because of their beautiful sangria swirl margaritas and tasty food. We ordered the California shrimp nachos, and my friend asked for "no pico" while ordering which was a surprise to me. The order came out with pico and to my horror, my friend sent it back (HEARTBREAK!! I would have happily eaten that delicious looking plate)! It turns out my friend is one of those unlucky people to whom cilantro tastes like soap... what a bummer for her... and me, last night lol. The waitress was so nice and apologized for the pico mistake and the kitchen staff brought out a new plate of nachos super quick despite being quarter til close, and they were fresh and delicious, with extra sprouts in place of the pico. Thanks for taking care of my friend so warmly!! read more

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Sunday Funday with good friends brought us to Vivo. We made reservations and were seated quickly. Great seating by the window with lots of sun. Miracle was our amazing server. She was so nice and on top of things. As we visited and had not yet ordered she alerted us to a large 13 guest table was about to be seated and if we didn't want to wait we had better order. So helpful. The tortilla soup was so good. Everything was great. We'll have to return soon. read more

Miracle at Vivo is amazing - very accommodating and helpful in making great recommendations! One suggestion made to me was the spinach quesadilla. It was very good! This spot also has a relaxed and fun vibe. Happy hour during the week is a good time to pop in. It starts to get crowded on Friday nights around 6 or 7. read more

I actually want to give a bad review so this place will stay a secret! Food is amazing! Service is always great! Chips and salsa are some of the best! Everyone I've taken there has loved it also! Absolutely love this place! But please don't tell your friends! read more

Very pleasant tasty meal. Portions look small but we were stuffed! Will definitely return for the tasty salsa!

Great ambience, good food, very friendly staff. We were on a time crunch, and they were wonderful about getting us in and out quickly. Very appreciated! read more

Great food! The chicken enchiladas and tortilla soup were a huge hit amongst the group. Everything was very flavorful and portions were plenty. It's a little tucked in and difficult to find at first but great Tex-Mex in the north Austin area. Will definitely be returning! read more

We came back to Vivo for its excellent fresh menu! We've never been let down w the food or service. Their chalupas compuestos, verde Ck and Chipotle Enchiladas always excellent. Best Chips and Smokey Salsa in town read more

First time my partner and I in the area and stopped in for a quick drink. Great hospitality from the moment we walked in, to the bartender explaining the signature drink options , and serving staff pulling up a extra chair to make a seat for us. We settled on a couple cucumber frozen margaritas and they were awesome! Definitely will be back to try the food next time! read more

Vivo - Cucumber Frozen Margarita - Tex-Mex Near Me - Austin, Texas

Shrimp tacos were amazing! The service was terrific. Chips and salsa, delicious. Highly recommend.

This was my first visit to Vivo since they reopened at the Linc. I used to go to the Manor Road location for happy hour or dinner. The new location doesn't have anything like the patio on Manor. The food was overall good, especially the enchiladas. Portion sizes aren't huge, and match the reasonable price point. I ate my whole entree without feeling like I'd overeaten. The la Flaca margarita was also good. The salsa, however, was laughably bad - bland and watery. Since the chips were fresh and hot, we ordered guac, which was also forgettable - bland and no lime. Maybe the salsa was a bad batch? I remember the salsa at the last location being completely different. It's near home, so I'll probably return. The prices are really fair. They also have catering options to go for 5 or more people. read more

They definitely missed the mark. The concept is good and the drink menu was legit but the food just wasn't good. The best part of the meal were the potatoes but I didn't even get to season anything because there weren't salt and pepper on ANY of the tables. The tortillas tasted like they were from Walmart. We never got any refills. Hopefully it was just an off day but it made me miss San Antonio. read more

Vivo - Tex-Mex Near Me - Austin, Texas

Great food and drinks! Nice area; a little hidden hard for us to find but we did and enjoyed an awesome meal. Real tex-mex read more

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I loved the variety of seating options (inside/outside/shaded/sunny) and we sat outside. Server was great and helped us out as 1st timers. I love when I can get suggestions and service with a smile. I was hesitant about the Tex-mex label, but the food was flavorful with some spice. The presentation is nice as well. The portions are great and the variety ensures you'll return again read more

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Haven't been to Vivo in years but it was close and offered reservations on Easter and from there I started thinking about their signature puffy taco! I'm here to say it was a good as I remembered! Despite the delicious sounding brunch menu, I opted for my timeless faves verdes chicken enchiladas with one puffy taco on the side and I loved them both. Eeeek. I'll def be back. We were a party of six and I really appreciated being seated quickly. Service was good and since we were in the patio, I can't really speak to the ambiance. Look forward to checking out the interior on my next visit. read more

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The food was not impressive. The guacamole was very salty. The spicy tofu is abysmal and you should steer clear from it. Even the waiter tried to kindly tell us to not choose that. The chipotle chicken enchiladas had a decent Smokey flavor. Lastly the puffy taco was extremely oily and was not memorable. I would honestly not come back again. For drinks, the house margaritas are worth it. They are one of the best drinks here. Lastly, the service was great. Our waiter was super nice and helpful. I recommend asking them what to order or what are their favorites and go from there. read more

Vivo - Chipotle Enchiladas and Chalupa Compuesta - Two and Puffy Taco Plate - Tex-Mex Near Me - Austin, Texas

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5 stars for the very wallet friendly lunch prices (10$ & under) 5 stars for those very excellent chips! 4.5 stars for the beef enchiladas Glad to find another place that is loyal to lunch price fans. The lunch menu is not huge but you have 8-10 good choices, all solid. If you want more then the rest of the menu has plenty to offer. I didn't give the beef enchiladas 5 stars, it was close though. They were truly good, just not quite a Tex-Mex taste you see at other Mom and Pop mexican places in Austin. Don't get me wrong, they were good, but in Austin we have so many other Mexican places to choose from, everyone has their own rating system for Mexican. The beans and rice were spot on and the chips... WOW, love their texture. The salsa was a little too soupy/liquidly for me but that didn't stop me from getting two bowls to wash the chips down with. We have a new lunch place and we will be back! read more

Vivo - Two beef enchiladas with rice and beans. Very solid. - Tex-Mex Near Me - Austin, Texas

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An hour wait and loud atmosphere tells me the food was going to be worth the wait. I sat at the bar which was small so not the best for couples so definitely make reservations. However bar service for just me was great as I met two great couples. The margarita I got had a spicy kick to it which I love. The nachos were not heavy and a great even healthy appetizer in my opinion. The enchiladas were so filling, I recommend getting cheese one if too full as meat is filling Vs other places that make thin enchiladas. I will be making a reservation when there next time with family. read more

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Vivo is an absolute gem! First off, this place is HUGE--seriously, you could probably get your steps in just walking around the restaurant. We came in with a large group, and they handled us like pros. The team members were super friendly and attentive, making sure we were well-fed and happy the entire time. The outdoor seating area? Perfect for soaking up some sunshine while you devour their amazing food. I'm talking next-level Mexican--so good that I've already mentally planned my next visit... and the one after that. Plus, if you're staying at the Holiday Inn Express across the road (maybe for a conference or because you love continental breakfast), Vivo is a must! Easy access, fantastic service, and food that will keep you coming back again and again. read more

Vivo is a solid Tex-mex place. There's nothing fancy about it but the food is good. This was my second visit and we had a group of six. We started with some queso and guacamole both of which were good. I ordered the beef enchiladas which were good. Others got an assortment of tacos and enchiladas. Nothing was amazing but everyone was happy. The service was probably the high point...our server was very attentive and clearly had been there a while. When we ordered, she did a great job prompting for common additions and subtractions to each dish. If you are in the area and looking for decent Tex-Mex this is a solid option. read more

Food, service, and ambiance at a fair price. Good, well prepared Tex-Mex. Service is prompt, and beverages refilled without asking. Very busy place on a Friday night. read more