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“My wife and I saw the reviews of people raving about the guacamole and since they were rated higher than any other Mexican restaurant at 4.8, we thought we’d try it. We’re both from LA and well, we know Mexican and often cook Mexican at home.We got Birria short rib beef Tacos and fish tacos -and of course, the Guacamole.We have NEVER had more flavorful Mexican anywhere and we could not have been more impressed. No wonder everyone is crazy about the Guacamole! Holy Moly that was the best ever! The fish tacos were flavorful fresh and crisp, and the barria tacos… unbelievable. Prices were most reasonable and my wife refused to share her piña colada with me because, in her words it was to die for. The owner, Giovanni is from Mexico City and he and his brother use their own recipes that are worthy of 6 Stars if Google would allow.Thank you for an incredible food memory in Richmond! You are a true artist.“
“First landing in Virginia, first landing in Richmond.I headed to this store from the airport with my friend and family who live locally.The name seems to mean "grandma". It's quite delicious considering it's a restaurant that serves grandma's taste. The dinner plate that came with rice and beans was great, and I also ordered some delicious-looking Tamales, but by the end I was too full to eat dessert.Came here on a Friday night with 3 adults and a 5 year old child.The staff's response is also good. The inside of the store was also clean.Kid-friendliness: Friendly staff service.“
“The food is delicious and very flavorful. The portions may be a little small depending on what you order, so be sure to ask about that. The "las costras" items are delightful, as are the tacos.It's tricky sometimes to get a table, but they have a lovely patio area and the vibe in general is very nice. Highly recommend putting in a reservation in advance if you can.Also, parking can be kind of tricky. We usually have to park on the street in front and there is a 2 hour time limit if you come before 6pm on certain days. There could be other places to park that we simply haven't found yet.All in all, highly recommend!“
“I’m a cook and anywho knows me know I I’m a excellent cook so when I tell you my salmon bowl is everything with that sweet and tangy flavor makes your dance little Mexico did there dam thang I’m never disappointed love the atmosphere they should be the #1 Mexican reds in the “
“I had the sirloin tacos and they were great! Very tender, flavorful, marinaded beef with a little homemade guacamole, lime and cilantro. Interesting, fresh salsas. Perfect. Nice people. Interesting decor. The "women owned" blah, blah, blah didn't even put me off even though I'm an old, crusty white man. That's how tasty everything was!“
“Came across this gem on DoorDash and found the food exceptionally good! Tried the birria quesadillas and yucca fries, both of which are super flavorful and yummy. Second time around, ordered for the fam, and got the steak tacos and carnitas tacos (and birria quesadilla again) and guac and everything was delicious. The sides of pickled onions and the salsas are incredibly flavorful, and the guac is FRESH and tasty. Love that they use fresh cilantro on everything, and the corn tortillas taste homemade. Tried the flan and that was the only let down. This place is fantastic!“
“Went twice this week. First visit was excellent with great service. They rolled out the guacamole cart and made it right in front of us. Food was very good and reasonably priced. The second visit had slow service, no guacamole cart. The food was still good. The Mojito was very good.“
“No complimentary chips and salsa. Service is great and music is outstanding because they played salsa the whole time! Food was fast and delicious as well as good portions.We tried the margarita flights and they are delicious! I tried the chicken bowl. If you love coconut try the coco loco margarita.Tables were clean and place didn’t smell musty. Friendly service. Will return!“
“This is such a cute place by the canal! We went for dinner on Monday and had a lovely time. The food was delicious! I gave it 4 stars because I do wish their salad had a bit more to it besides lettuce (no, I did not have a Cesar). However, the mushrooms I added were seasoned and cooked really well. The queso, though!!! We scraped that bowl clean! Margaritas are top-notch, too! I had the blackberry and the fully loaded. I would get the blackberry over and over again. So good! Blake was our server, and his calm, patient demeanor was a breath of fresh air. He answered all our questions, provided great recommendations, and is very knowledgeable. I've seen some posts about auto gratuity and fees - we did not have any. When we paid, we could select a percentage for tip or type in any amount. I did get a paper receipt, and the only thing added was tax, as expected.“
“Y Tu Mama is one of my favorite Mexican restaurants in RVA. It's located inside the Veil which is my favorite brewery in RVA. The tasty food options pairs well with the superior beer options.I typically get the Chesterfield burrito and nachos. The quality is fantastic, the pricing is competitive and the service is great.“
“We have been dining here since they opened many, many years ago. The reason is because the food is always authentic and freshly made, the price is always good and the staff do a great job to make you comfortable. My wife and I are eating here again this Sunday for our 39th wedding anniversary. We have made this our go to place for many of our Birthdays and anniversaries.Thanks for the memories!“
“This place from today becomes one of my favorites. The atmosphere, music and decoration make it a very pleasant restaurant. Its collaborators do their best to assist you and serve you to make you feel at home. Spectacular food and presentation. I recommend the quesabirrias and the flan. Special mention to his collaborators María Lorena Gutiérrez, Oscar Fugon and Erick Hernández who make a difference with their commitment. VISIT IT and live your own experience ?“
“I’ve visited many times and their food is always great. The torta is my absolute favorite thing on their menu. Empanadas are delicious as well. The restaurant has a welcoming atmosphere and they also have an awesome taste in music. Highly recommend if you’re looking for tasty food.“
“We decided to take a chance on going out for dinner on Valentines Day and chose Los Panchos. I'm glad we did. We love it there anyway, but they certainly went above and beyond for all the sweethearts out to dinner. We went about 5:30pm. They had a lot of extra tables set up to accommodate extra people. They had brought in & set up numerous little round tables for two with paper tablecloths & balloons tied to some of the chairs. They also had plenty of staff & everyone was on their toes! The food was awesome, as always. Giant thumbs up to Los Panchos and the wonderful staff for making Valentines Day dinner wonderful & less stressful. There were a few people waiting by the time we left, but it was worth it!Wheelchair accessibility: Handicap ♿️“
“I LOVE LA Casita, I have been going there for DECADES! The atmosphere is fun, warm and welcoming. The owner, Naji, places a lot of importance on service, Hospitality, and quality. The food is Delicious with unique sauces you won't find at other Mexican restaurants. I live out of state now and miss this dining spot most! Can't wait til I am back in town again!!“
“Ambrielle S. was our server. She was so very kind and helpful. She made great suggestions for food and drinks. She really went above and beyond. Great experience, food was great, margaritas were fabulous.The atmosphere is very relaxing and the booths are comfy.Wait time was excessive due to staff shortage.“
“11/10 with rice and beans. One of the best places I've ever been. Food amazing, atmosphere was nice, and staff was super accommodating. I actually ate here 2 years ago and remembered how much I loved the place so I wanted to write a review.“
“Decided to try this place out with a few friends after it was highly recommended by my brother. Glad we came here when we did, because we all thoroughly enjoyed our time here.The Food: I went with the Molcajete Mazatlan. All the seafood on the dish was cooked perfectly. The squid, fish, shrimp and more were all flavorful and delicious! I had no idea what it was when I ordered it, so when the food came out, the meal was huge! Towered with seafood in tasty seasoning.The Service: Service was incredible! The waitress and staff were very friendly and had constant check ups. Water refills were always on point and food came out in a timely manner.The Atmosphere: The decor was nice, very true to the Mexican decor and the overall setup of the tables and spacing was good.Overall, a 5/5! Highly recommend Las Palmas!“
“Definitely my go to place for authentic delicious Mexican food! The Horchata is delicious, the tacos never miss, the huaraches are huge comfort food and the staff is always so friendly. Everyone that I bring ends up loving it and going again on their own.“
“Tacos are excellent. Prices are reasonable. Took like 25m to get three tacos.Being in a used car lot these days honestly kind of adds to the ambience. But they had some picnic tables and a canopy for some covered seating.Parking: It is in a used car lot. There's plenty of parking spaces.“
“We went during the weekday it was moderately busy and service was excellent it came with complimentary chips white dip( Not cheese) and salsa.I got the enchiladas they were amazing!Excellent experience drinks never ran out .Very clean and small relaxing atmosphere they also have a small bar.“
“my first time in richmond and this was my favorite restaurant so far. it’s such a comfy and welcoming atmosphere. the servers/bartenders are incredibly sweet. i had a blue margarita and shrimp tacos that were to die for! i told them their refried beans were the best i’ve had. not a place to skip 10/10“
“Wow excellent food. The food is authentic. The drinks are amazing. The drinks actually have alcohol. The place is very welcoming and the staff were really nice! I will be returning especially it’s 5 minutes away. I recommend if you want to eat good food and have a good drink with friends or family. It was so good that I didn’t even get a chance to take a picture ?Keep up the good work!!!“
“Tasty A.F. Mexican food. Best in Short Pump and my go-to. Get the Grande Peach Mango frozen and the Topo Pollo chicken meal. And yes, the cheese sauce is worth the extra price. Last but not least they often make their flour shells on site and still hot from oven.Parking: Never had an issue with parking here, lots of spaces.“
“Hands down, Best original Richmond Mexican restaurant. Owner came to my table to even check up on us. Chips were hot, food was great and came out supper fast. Definitely supper kid friendly. I even have lunch for tomorrow, definitely would highly recommend.“
“Tacos Mexico is definitely the best Tacos and burritos in town! They are making fresh salsa and tortillas everyday and it taste so good. I loved their food since I found this place about 7years ago. If you looking for authentic Mexican street tacos must try!“
“It's a solid choice in the city for a basic Mexican food experience. Salsas are decent, food is fast, drinks are as expected but there's a huge selection.The ground beef is surprisingly really good - I normally get that over the steak options.“
“The street corn and drinks were fantastic! Fresh house-made lemonade, limeade, and a circulating special. The tacos could be better (pork was watery but shrimp was fantastic), but they were still good. Would go again and try some of their other menu items!“
“My parents go here at least twice a month. Whenever I join them I’m all about the shrimp chimichangas. Everything is solid, service is great!Vegetarian options: Whole section of vegetable and cheese based dishesKid-friendliness: Lots of kids and familiesWheelchair accessibility: There’s a ramp inside front door“
“Definitely worth the hype. The tacos are each $3 - chicken, pork, steak - all the same price. The soft tacos are doubled wrapped in corn tortillas and topped with onions, cabbage, cilantro, and they come with two lime wedges and two types of salsas. The chicken is really nicely seasoned and plentiful. The corn tortilla was a bit dry so I had to add a bunch of the salsa. It also took over 15 minutes for two small tacos.“
“Everyone was so kind here. My phone was dying and they let me charge it as I awaited for my to go order. The food was hot and flavor full. The portions were large. I definitely would. OneBack to done in.Vegetarian options: There are options labeled.Kid-friendliness: It was very colorful and has candy for sale.“
“Great little Mexican place in the city of Richmond. We are at GalaxyCon and needed to take a break and grab something to eat, so we went for a short walk and ended up finding Ay Caramba. It wasn't overly busy, so we were able to get seated pretty quickly. We very much enjoyed everything. My wife got a little taco bowl, and I got a couple of tacos with some sweet plantains. First thing the plantains were out of this world! The tacos were very fresh and tasty, and my wife liked her food as well. Thought the salsa was really good. They have a nice little bar area. Not a huge menu, but it seems like what they do have they do very well. They do have a little patio outside with a couple of tables, so if it's a nice day, you can enjoy the sun.“
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“The food is fantastically authentic and the service is out of this world. You will be enjoying chips and dip before you put your phone down. I recommend Carnitas or the pick three combo! As an added bonus, the restaurant is southwestern horse themed!“
“Let me start with the hot salsa. Most places just cram spice into something to make it hot and this is very much not the case. The flavor was wonderful. Perfect spice balance. The salsa verde is also so good I could just write a review on the salsas alone. After my chips I moved on to what I can only describe as stuffing my face with these delicious tacos. Yea maybe it is a little steeply priced. But it is definitely worth coming back to.“
“Their super tacos are absolutely fantastic, and two of them is enough for a meal for a hungry large person. One super taco would do it for me some of the time. I've been there for brunch as well, and it is also fantastic. Highly recommended.“
“We absolutely loved the food here. The shrimp tostadas were a favorite. The tortilla chips were amazing and probably better than any we’ve ever had. Just get whatever they suggest - you can’t go wrong! The staff were also friendly and welcoming.“
“Came for lunch. There weren't many people in there but it filled up really quick after about 10 minutes. Make sure you know some kind of Spanish because there is only one worker there who speaks English. The tacos were decent sized and the prices weren't bad just less cilantro and onions and more meat was needed for them. The place is small so depending on how many people are in at the time you mat be waiting for a little bit. Not bad I'd come back again.“
“The best taco place I have EVER gone to it has such amazing food we have this saved as our favorite restaurant in RVA which is saying something as we have lived here for 20 yearsVegetarian options: We are vegetarian and they had a lot of options for usKid-friendliness: Very kid friendly“
“I ordered from DoorDash. I got a Chorizo Breakfast Burrito. It was not bad. I was just really missing some red hot sauce. It's very filling and easily two meals. I didn't expect whole beans, but didn't mind it.The grilled scallions were huge! It was just missing some lime.Nothing major stood out.“
“I was craving for Pupusas and haven't had it in like a year. Decided to bring my Brit friend and her hubby cause she's never had a pupusa before. Their Pupusas were great especially the one with Jalapeño! and surprisingly, my friend ended up liking it. It's good to have open-minded friends who are down to earth. Also, the servers barely spoke English, but they were friendly. Will definitely come back again for their tacos.“
“First time visiting this restaurant as it was recommended by a friend. 3 adults had dinner and two with soft drinks and the bill was under $55.00. I don’t know of anywhere within the Richmond area where you can dine with reasonable prices. So much food I had to use take out boxes for the remainder of my meal. Great atmosphere and great service.“
“We are long time die hard Torchy’s fans, ever since it was a food truck in Austin 15+ years ago. Before the awesomeness of Torchy’s started spreading across the country. We have enjoyed Torchy’s all over the country. This sadly was our least favorite experience. Every place else you get your sauces on the side, here they put them on the taco which helped them be soggy. And my fried avocado taco did not come w the lettuce it was supposed to have and very little pico. The avocado was soggy. Had this been our first experience with Torchy’s we would not have come back. I asked to have my taco remade with the sauce on the side and with lettuce which they did and told me they have just started putting all the sauces on (which they should tell you when ordering I guess).Anyway, I still love the tacos but this location needs more adherence to the standards I guess.“
“Strawberry infused margarita, chorizo tacos, and key lime pie! This place is FANTASTIC from the taste and quality of the food to the vibe! Highly recommend. Brought our two young kids with grandparents and everyone had a perfect experience. Pool tables are separate from dining and bar, but really add to the casual atmosphere regardless.“
“OMG, we ate so much food here. That we couldn't eat again until the next day. The food is fresh, hot and very tasty ? ?. AND I have a big appetite, so the GENEROUS PORTIO S were greatly appreciated. This is truly a hidden gem in Va.“
“Incredible and authentic Mexican food. The chips are fresh, salsa is delicious. The gorditas are so good and the flavor is just beyond. Everything they do is so flavorful and cooked to perfection. The margaritas are so fresh and delicious. I cannot recommend this place enough. Not to mention, the cost is so affordable especially for the quality of food.“
“Smells so good when you walk in the front door!!!Absolutely the best charcoal rotisserie chicken I have ever had, not dry but moist and seasoned perfectly, cooked well all the way to the bone. The rice was excellent as well as the Cole slaw. The price was extremely surprising very reasonable. The beef taco was very good and much larger than expected with fresh vegetables & plenty of sour cream. Service was excellent & staffed well for a busy lunch, & was clean. I will be returning and telling my friends to come check this place out!!“
“The food was good, but not great. The food was well worth it ($19, no tips). The cheese, the sour cream, rice, and beans were delicious. The stake was alright, but the smell was different. I was probably not ready to eat a stake for breakfast. Would I come back to eat? Yes. The atmosphere is not the best. It feels like more like a hole in the wall, which is great if that is what you are looking for.“
“I love this place for many things;- The food is amazing, best mexican food in virginia and best mexican food in the whole united states-the food is exactly as if you were eating in Mexico City-The service is great- The atmosphere inside the place is great-Very friendly and family run“