Patricia Doak
Great food, service, drinks and atmosphere. Short wait, homemade tortillas, large portions and a awesome waiter Jose C! He was so attentive and personable and just made our experience that much better! I highly recommend this restaurant. I only wished I lived closer because I would be there often!
Kim Calder
Well, I would really like to give this place a 5⭐️ Review. However, I just can’t justify anything more than 2⭐️ when the food comes out barely warm. Verde Cheese enchilada and Chile relleno have a great flavor, however the cheese is solid in both items.
My mom ordered a burrito, and it was just warm as well.
My sister ordered Gluten Free tacos & enchiladas, but they brought her regular. Our waiter resubmitted the order, and her plate came out steaming hot.
So, while the flavor was good, the food wasn’t made to order, and it did not come out hot.
One extra star for the drinks.
Summer Sandberg
I love this place! Remembering the old location in Old Town, but this Carlsbad location is still super fun. It's really really big and despite the huge number of patrons the food always comes out hot and delicious. The service is always super friendly, and of course the margaritas are massive.
We had the chicken fajitas and shrimp tacos
Caleb Craner
I don't eat a lot of Mexican food because it's normally cheap quality and super greasy. This on the other hand, was not. You definitely get your money's worth at this place. I have memories of coming here as a kid everytime we would come down to CA for vacation and so coming back was very nostalgic. I loved it then, and I love it now. The flavor of my carnitas was off the hook. They give you fresh tortillas, and plenty of toppings. The meat was so juicy and so flavorful. Everything that was brought to our table was super good and I didn't try anything that I regretted. If your ever in the area, Casa De Bandini is a must try. Also, there's a mall right next to the restaurant that you can shop in while you wait for a table. They text you when your tables ready so you can leave and then come back, which is really convenient on Friday nights when it's so busy.
(Sorry for the low quality photos, the lighting wasn't that great!)
Liz
Fantastic Mexican food! Wonderful atmosphere. Lots of outdoor seating options. Lovely wait staff. You will love this restaurant if you like traditional Mexican cuisine.
Derrick
For a restaurant that has the ability to offer authentic Mexican food, this place misses is the spot.
First of all, the place is gorgeous. The decor and the ambiance is why this restaurant received 3 🌟 review. The food is less than average for the price The quantities are small, the service is inattentive, and and prices should be knocked down a few bucks. Food wise, there was little to nothing that made me go WOW. This place is really depending on the looks of the interior and exterior dining areas. Additionally, it is conveniently located around other shops in the outdoor mall so it is a good place to eat if you get hungry whole shopping.
If you want go here, go because it is convenient, not because you are expecting great service and/or food. Oh, and also make sure you have money for the pricey menu items.
gina
Nice patio seating with heaters and umbrellas. Chips and salsa don't disappoint. Meal was good and service attentive. We had a Taco Loco and the Tres Amigos.
Disappointed they don't serve Mexican hot chocolate. 😐
Dinesh Bharuchi
Great service. Great food. My meal was perfect. Pineapple and shrimp was an amazing combination.
Edward Dwight Shuherk
The queso fundido was amazing. Our server had a great sense of humor throughout our meal. He kept the horchata flowing and the tamales made me weep with culinary joy. The fountain outside is inviting and it was an easy place to find, just minutes from the Omni. We’ll be bringing guests next visit.
Melina Baruch
Good, good, good!!
This place doesn't disappoint! From location to service, atmosphere to taste/quality of food, this place is just all good!
Marti Watson Garlett
We were on the patio by one of the fountains. Delightful ambiance! We shared fajitas, which were excellent. We used to go to this place when it was in Old Town San Diego. Glad to find it again.
Vicki Taylor Poteet
Delicious food, great waitress and a wonderful dog friendly patio👍👍👍👍👍
Holly Kohler
We sat in the bar for Happy Hour. Great HH margaritas. Salsa also great. We ordered off the menu. Food was impressive and plentiful. A bit pricey...but worth it. Like Mexican fine dining. We loved it!
Corina Favela
Awful food, was not authentic Mexican food. I waited 40 min for plain taquitos, not to mention the blond hair in my taquito. I had to ask the waitress for all the toppings. However, after finding the hair I was DONE. Good Luck if you decide to eat there 😦
Alan Roney
We are on vacation from Arizona and have had bad luck finding a good seafood Mexican restaurant. We loved the food here! Good size portions, and great,friendly service. Going back again before we leave!
Carolyn Rodriguez Jenkins
Had a wonderful lunch. Pretty restaurant. Yummy shrimp fajitas and margaritas were pretty good. Our service was spot on. Jose was very attentive and so were the others who helped. Always on top of filling our water, chips and salsa.
Richard Mitchell
Great place to eat might have to wait a while as there are many people that like it. They have a very good menu
Luis Gomez
Awesome food and enjoyed the environment good place to enjoy a meal
Mark E. Floyd-Thaut
Really great wait staff and as a Texan moving to California, the Mexican food and drinks were the best!
Don Sadler
Exceeded my expectations. First time there - Thursday night, totally packed yet waited less than 10 minutes for a table for five.
Service was fast and accurate, food was delicious and generous portions.
I will definitely go back
Jar J Rivas RivasMac
Very nice location. Restaurant looks great. Drinks are top notch. Unfortunately the food is average:(
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