Mini tacos de alambre with cheese were the bomb. The charro beans had flavor, big pieces of chicharron. Everything had good flavor. It is little small inside but had great customer service. My kids both enjoy their chorizo and egg taco, and asada taco. Overall, I would go back. My husband couldnt finish his fajita quesadilla and loved the flavor of refried beans.
Went back again tried Nachos ala mexican, bien ricos🔥🔥
Okay my foodie travelers. If you don't know this quaint spot you should. It's a small restaurant, but the food is absolutely delicious. Great lunch specials and served with a tea for less than $10. Plates come loaded and the flavors are very authentic. They have a drive thru too. Very good Mexican food.
After touring some of the missions in the area I was hungry for lunch and this was the nearest place. I'm glad I found it. I have to say that I enjoyed the recipes at this restaurant more than any Mexican restaurant I've ever had. It was a little crowded on the inside because lunch time and good food. But the front deck is covered and open air with bar type seating facing out. Very nice when the weather is comfortable. The staff was very attentive even though they were extremely busy while it was there. Maximum stars.
Went to Esmeralda's on the advice of a docent at the Mission Espada..."Thank you! Thank you!"... Awesome Mexican food, great service and a refreshing break from 'Riverwalk' prices. Photos are of the carnitas plate with charro beans, gorditas, quesadillas, (2 lunch plates, 2 quesadillas, chips with salsa and queso -- $32.) If you are in the area visiting the San Antonio missions, I highly recommend.
Bill “the safety habit” Henderson
+5
Very good food, great service and friendly. Good price.
I had the Mexican Plate. Very delicious and at a reasonable price.
If you like tripa and lengua tacos. I suggest you give them a try. They are pretty good.
It’s very nice place , has good service and friendly service . Good Mexican food and the hot chocolate is delicious !!
While in San Antonio for a friends wedding, she recommended Esmeralda's. It was so worth it! Wonderful food and service. LOTS of options. Inside and outside service. Very close to the Mission Trails. Can't wait to come back.
We were visiting from out of town and went off google reviews and customers pictures. We were not let down. Esmeralda’s was so good. We had the Mexican plate and the Flauta plate. Very tasty. Sweet tea was perfect. Wait staff was very kind and accommodating. It’s a tiny place but so worth it.
Tried this place for breakfast. I got a chorizo and egg taco and a pancake. Both were amazing. Forgot to take a picture of the taco but did get one of the pancake. Fluffy, tastey and less than $2.00.
Have also had the chicken mole enchiladas. Delish!!!!
Shrimp cocktail and ceviche were absolutely delicious. Family loved the posole and tortilla soup. Plenty of parking. Seating outdoors was more spacious than indoors. Wouldn’t say it was wheelchair accessible…
Update 12/18/2021
The food has real improved. The drive thru attendants are friendly and thorough. My order is always correct and as I stated, the food is delicious. I'm glad I gave them another try. I recommend the chicken Enchiladas and the Fajitas. The sweet tea is also delicious and not overly sweet. If you don't want to dine in, there's a quaint seating area outside. Give them a try, if you are looking for traditional Mexican food.
Good service, great food and good prices. The Tex Mex enchiladas were done with red corn tortillas and were some of the best I ever had. If your looking for Ambience and Atmosphere this is probably not your place but if your looking for great Mexican food this is your place. Highly recommend for great authentic Tex Mex food.
Second time to this location. Very good everything was great very tasting authentic Mexican food highly recommend.
I stumbled upon Esmeralda's Restaurant. The food was great, wonderful service. Oh my goodness! massive Burritos 🌯. Didn't like the cheese dip, but that's okay. I will be going back again to explore more.
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