Fernando's
Fernando's
Fernando's

Fernando's

Mexican, Southwestern

Fernando's is a long time San Mateo favorite for pleasant dining and superb Mexican cuisine. The restaurant is open for lunch and dinner seven days a week, and is the perfect spot for pleasant dining and good times. Fernando's specializes in natural and fresh home-style Mexican food. The menu features an extensive array of selections, with something sure to please every member of your group. Notable selections include the Espresso Burrito (The best of Fernando's food, wrapped in giant flour tortilla, with rice, beans, and cheese, and your choice of beef, pork, chicken, or carne asada inside, then topped off with a spread of guacamole, onions, tomatoes, more cheese, and Fernando's special sauce), the Cancun Platter (Restaurant snapper, prawns, and chicken sauteed in wine then topped with Monterey Jack and American cheese and baked), and Sopitos (homemade corn masa shells filled with beans, shredded beef, lettuce, cheese, tomato, sour cream, and guacamole). A special kids menu is also featured. Fernando's is "Home of the Famous Margarita." When you're in the mood for superb Mexican cuisine, stop into Fernando's. The restaurant features a staff of great people, and everybody looks forward to seeing you soon.

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Location and hours

Location

Location

63 West 37th Ave , San Mateo, CA

(650) 345-9042

Hours

Hours

Monday 11:00 AM - 10:00 PM
Tuesday 11:00 AM - 10:00 PM
Wednesday 11:00 AM - 10:00 PM
Thursday 11:00 AM - 10:00 PM
Friday 11:00 AM - 11:00 PM
Saturday 11:00 AM - 11:00 PM
Sunday 11:00 AM - 10:00 PM

More details

Delivery
Dine In
Reservations
Takeout
Pickup
Breakfast
Brunch
Lunch
Dinner
Accessible

Reviews

Overall rating

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4.5

(221 reviews)

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Reviewed on January 27, 2020 Verified Purchase

Very friendly staff. Quiet. Food very good. Parking easy

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Reviewed on January 19, 2020 Verified Purchase

Huge portion on Lg combo of enchiladas and Chili Rellenos...delicious tho a bit pricey compared to other locals ! Wait staff attentive and pleasant...Patrons rather loud most likely because of crowded seating in the evening hours as we left as it was filling up and large bunches of people were maneuvering trying to get seated and put belongings about. We will return for lunch next week !!

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Bob H.
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Reviewed on December 16, 2019 Verified Purchase

had to spend a minimum of $20.00 to use my bought coupon...

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Reviewed on November 9, 2019 Verified Purchase

waitress mentioned since I was using a certificate I shouldn't ask for any 'favors'. She never asked if I wanted more water or chips. She was anxious to get me out of the place, and it wasn't busy. The food was overpriced, so you don't save a lot using a certificate.

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Shari G.
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Reviewed on July 28, 2019 Verified Purchase

Our server was super helpful and accommodating. Food was delicious!

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Meridith A.
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Reviewed on July 21, 2019 Verified Purchase

Food and service is always great , waitresses always remember me.

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Gloria A.
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Reviewed on May 19, 2019 Verified Purchase

Friendly, great service, great food, enjoy going there all the time

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Rory I.
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Reviewed on April 26, 2019 Verified Purchase

It was solid; nice atmosphere. Solid margarita; cheap tequila; drink a glass of water between them. Disagreed with reviews about their gauc; was nice, not $9 worth, but it was tasty. Combo plates are what you think, quick, easy solid. Carne burrito was disappointing. I would go back though.

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Edwin K.
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Reviewed on January 21, 2019 Verified Purchase

Saul is a great server/bartender. Fast and attentative service. Food was great.

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James A.
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Reviewed on January 21, 2019 Verified Purchase

Saul is a great server/bartender. Fast and attentative service. Food was great.

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James A.
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Reviewed on January 21, 2019 Verified Purchase

Saul is a great server/bartender. Fast and attentative service. Food was great.

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James A.
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Reviewed on January 21, 2019 Verified Purchase

Saul is a great server/bartender. Fast and attentative service. Food was great.

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James A.
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Reviewed on December 31, 2018 Verified Purchase

Chips & salsa were very tasty. My Crab enchilada was satisfying and accompanied by a very fresh slaw. The Margarita was perfect!

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Reviewed on December 11, 2018 Verified Purchase

Food was tasty and perfect amount......service was excellent.

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Reviewed on November 29, 2018 Verified Purchase

Food was delicious, bar area was clean and also had all the games on the TVs

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James A.
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Reviewed on October 6, 2018 Verified Purchase

Food is very tasty. Was surprised the portions of the rice and beans side dishes has decreased.

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Linda C.
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Reviewed on October 4, 2018 Verified Purchase

Marina is excellent. She welcomes us as family and anticipates our needs.

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Reviewed on September 11, 2018 Verified Purchase

good service, consistently delicious food, good atmosphere...

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Reviewed on September 7, 2018 Verified Purchase

Decent margarita and we enjoyed the elusive Bay Area Tex Mex meal. As a transplant from the Midwest, sometimes I just want to eat a bowl of cheese. Great service too. Will definitely be back.

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Reviewed on August 26, 2018 Verified Purchase

Miriam was very pleasant and took very good care of us,

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Fred D.
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Reviewed on August 17, 2018 Verified Purchase

a great Mexican meal, good service and a relaxed setting.

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Diane N.
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Reviewed on May 29, 2018 Verified Purchase

The service was fast and friendly and the food was delicious.

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Reviewed on March 2, 2018 Verified Purchase

This Mexican restaurant is a “sleeper”. I am not one to give out #1’s - but even their refried beans are second to none. Had the chicken enchiladas. I’ll be back.

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Reviewed on January 26, 2018 Verified Purchase

Maurina and Miriam are the best ladies, such good service!

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Teri S.
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Reviewed on January 1, 2018 Verified Purchase

Delicious food! Good value.

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Meridith A.
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Reviewed on December 20, 2017 Verified Purchase

very good food. Service is also excellent.

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Reviewed on December 1, 2017 Verified Purchase

Wonderful staff

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Evelyn C.
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Reviewed on October 28, 2017 Verified Purchase

Everything is fine with the exception that the food is way too salty. I would be a frequent diner if they can just adjust the sodium in the food. We all want to live in healthy life style.

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Reviewed on October 28, 2017 Verified Purchase

Very friendly employees always greet you and make you feel welcome. Very attentive staff.

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Susan D.
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Reviewed on October 25, 2017 Verified Purchase

Service was fine,food good,genorous serving,great soup n coleslaw.

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Reviewed on September 23, 2017 Verified Purchase

Very good service, good selection of food and drinks.

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Susan D.
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Reviewed on September 21, 2017 Verified Purchase

Great food and service.

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James K.
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Reviewed on July 17, 2017 Verified Purchase

Great service. Good food

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Karen B.
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Reviewed on July 7, 2017 Verified Purchase

We love the food. Best Mexican food on the peninsula. But mostly love mama

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Pat P.
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Reviewed on June 20, 2017 Verified Purchase

Love the new menu items added - grilled chicken breast and black beans especially.

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Tina E.
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Reviewed on May 18, 2017 Verified Purchase

Wrong food item; waitress never check back with until we were done, then replaced wrong item only to take home. Poor service.

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Fred D.
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Reviewed on May 4, 2017 Verified Purchase

We have been going to Fernando's for over 20 years! We typically go about every other month. Food and service is good. Nice little neighborhood place to eat.

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Monica D.
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Reviewed on May 4, 2017 Verified Purchase

We have been going to Fernando's for over 20 years! We typically go about every other month. Food and service is good. Nice little neighborhood place to eat.

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Monica D.
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Reviewed on May 4, 2017 Verified Purchase

Great food and wonderful service

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James K.
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Reviewed on January 27, 2017 Verified Purchase

Food was great, but a bit slow getting to our table.

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Reviewed on January 13, 2017 Verified Purchase

Great food and even greater service.

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James K.
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Reviewed on January 13, 2017 Verified Purchase

quality of food very good

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Diane N.
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Reviewed on December 16, 2016 Verified Purchase

Always good food and friendly service.

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Lynda W.
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Reviewed on December 7, 2016 Verified Purchase

Very very large portions. Plenty to eat and bring home. Best salsa I've had.

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Don M.
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Reviewed on December 7, 2016 Verified Purchase

Love the servers. Fun place to dine. Fodd is really good.

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Elise P.
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Reviewed on December 4, 2016 Verified Purchase

Always excellent food and service

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Victoria P.
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Reviewed on November 26, 2016 Verified Purchase

Waitress was the best

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Reviewed on November 12, 2016 Verified Purchase

Server alittle slow.

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Pat P.
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Reviewed on October 16, 2016 Verified Purchase

Great service and the food is great too

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Karen B.
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Reviewed on September 29, 2016 Verified Purchase

Fast service. Food was delicious. Good value.

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Meridith A.
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Reviewed on September 21, 2016 Verified Purchase

Best waitress. Best burrito

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Ingrid D.
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Reviewed on September 14, 2016 Verified Purchase

Kind of a long wait for the food, no sour cream on combo plate, no Horcheta avail. Friendly waittris

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Reviewed on September 10, 2016 Verified Purchase

Good food at a comfortable price

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Evelyn C.
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Reviewed on August 25, 2016 Verified Purchase

Food is always great there!

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Elise P.
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Reviewed on August 17, 2016 Verified Purchase

Great food d friendly service i

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Victoria P.
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Reviewed on August 15, 2016 Verified Purchase

I thought the meat was a little salty

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Reviewed on August 15, 2016 Verified Purchase

I thought the meat was a little salty

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Reviewed on July 31, 2016 Verified Purchase

Good food, friendly staff

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Evelyn C.
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Reviewed on July 30, 2016 Verified Purchase

Great Service. Waitresses and Servers have been there a LONG time...They remember you...Food is always consistent,

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Reviewed on July 22, 2016 Verified Purchase

Great service and food!

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Reviewed on July 18, 2016 Verified Purchase

Raul brings my drink to me before I even order it!

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Sandra S.
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Reviewed on July 10, 2016 Verified Purchase

Excellent service. Nice atmosphere. Pollo with crema is my favorite. Can't find this at other Mexican restaurants. And the Cole slaw is great! Salsa was very hot this visit ??

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Diana T.
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Reviewed on July 8, 2016 Verified Purchase

Service was just so-so. there was a make employee that appeared to be off duty and was waiting at the back station. His pants were sagging so low he had to waddle to walk! Do what you want after your shift, however when you are in the restaurant the staff reflects upon it. We will continue to go as we have for many, many years. We were just saddened to see things service wise go a little downhill.

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Monica D.
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Reviewed on July 2, 2016 Verified Purchase

Fernando's is one of those restaurants that does everything well. The food is always superb. The service is warm and friendly. And the atmosphere is lively and fun. It's just a terrific spot!

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Mark B.
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Reviewed on May 24, 2016 Verified Purchase

Good seats, great service and good food.

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Reviewed on May 23, 2016 Verified Purchase

Our service was fantastic but my tostada salad was not as good as usual.

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Reviewed on May 15, 2016 Verified Purchase

Excellent, varied menu. Large portions, even a la carte, always served hot. Hot chips, spicy salsa. A word of warning, "Only order one Cadillac Margarita if you are driving. Period." They are THAT good. Yum!

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Reviewed on April 30, 2016 Verified Purchase

Waitress very congenial, pleasant and attentive. Taste and quality of food excellent

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Reviewed on April 15, 2016 Verified Purchase

Some of the service was prompt but we had to wait quite awhile for our water

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Reviewed on April 11, 2016 Verified Purchase

Excellent, varied menu. Large portions, even a la carte, always served hot. Hot chips, spicy salsa. A word of warning, "Only order one Cadillac Margarita if you are driving. Period." They are THAT good. Yum!

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Reviewed on March 21, 2016 Verified Purchase

This restaurant presents a wonderful family experience and the food is always very good.

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Reviewed on March 15, 2016 Verified Purchase

Great service and food!

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Reviewed on February 22, 2016 Verified Purchase

Felt a little rushed, No water brought to table. Food brought to table at same time cocktails were brought.

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Reviewed on February 20, 2016 Verified Purchase

Terrific food. Wonderful and friendly service. Lively atmosphere. Our waitress Miriam was great!

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Reviewed on February 17, 2016 Verified Purchase

Excellent, varied menu. Large portions, even a la carte, always served hot. Hot chips, spicy salsa. A word of warning, "Only order one Cadillac Margarita if you are driving. Period." They are THAT good. Yum!

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Reviewed on January 25, 2016 Verified Purchase

Seems like food quantity has been reduced. Quality is always good.

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Reviewed on January 25, 2016 Verified Purchase

Great food. Good service. Friendly

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Reviewed on January 16, 2016 Verified Purchase

Great Food

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Joel O.
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Reviewed on January 15, 2016 Verified Purchase

First time there and it has very good food and service.

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Reviewed on January 15, 2016 Verified Purchase

Best Mexican food in the area and it has great service.

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Reviewed on January 10, 2016 Verified Purchase

Food is good. Staff is terrific!

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Reviewed on December 30, 2015 Verified Purchase

Excellent, varied menu. Large portions, even a la carte, always served hot. Hot chips, spicy salsa. A word of warning, "Only order one Cadillac Margarita if you are driving. Period." They are THAT good. Yum!

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Reviewed on October 16, 2015 Verified Purchase

Good service, good food with big portion and hot, good tequila drink, the place is clean

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Reviewed on October 12, 2015 Verified Purchase

good service, and good food.

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Reviewed on September 6, 2015 Verified Purchase

FOOD IS EXCELLENT, PRICE IS RIGHT, SERVICE WAS EXCELLENT.

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Reviewed on August 21, 2015 Verified Purchase

Great customer service and good food

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Reviewed on July 11, 2015 Verified Purchase

Nothing special about the restaurant and the food is mediocre. Service was excellent and friendly.

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Reviewed on July 4, 2015 Verified Purchase

Excellent, varied menu. Large portions, even a la carte, always served hot. Hot chips, spicy salsa. A word of warning, "Only order one Cadillac Margarita if you are driving. Period." They are THAT good. Yum!

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Reviewed on June 30, 2015 Verified Purchase

Seemed pretty pricey

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Reviewed on June 19, 2015 Verified Purchase

Excellent, varied menu. Large portions, even a la carte, always served hot. Hot chips, spicy salsa. A word of warning, "Only order one Cadillac Margarita if you are driving. Period." They are THAT good. Yum!

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Reviewed on May 25, 2015 Verified Purchase

Warm, friendly and helpful staff

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Reviewed on May 15, 2015 Verified Purchase

Food is always good and service is excellent

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Reviewed on March 8, 2015 Verified Purchase

Took long time to get food

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Reviewed on March 7, 2015 Verified Purchase

The food was excellent! And the staff are very friendly.

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Reviewed on March 1, 2015 Verified Purchase

Great food. Good service

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Reviewed on February 18, 2015 Verified Purchase

The chicken soup hadn't one scrap of chicken in it. The plates were so hot none of us could pick up our tacos. I used my knife as a spatula and found that the heat had wilted my lettuce, making the taco less than desirable.

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Reviewed on February 18, 2015 Verified Purchase

The chicken soup hadn't one scrap of chicken in it. The plates were so hot none of us could pick up our tacos. I used my knife as a spatula and found that the heat had wilted my lettuce, making the taco less than desirable.

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Reviewed on February 11, 2015 Verified Purchase

EVERYTHING WAS FINE.

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Reviewed on January 27, 2015 Verified Purchase

Great staff, really good chips and salsa; really good food.

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Reviewed on January 5, 2015 Verified Purchase

Fernando's is just like Cheers -- everyone is family and everyone knows your name. We love going to Fernando's.

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Reviewed on January 5, 2015 Verified Purchase

Never have been a fan of the cheese enchilada- tried it again- tastes like velveeta. Salsa was too hot for the secong time in a row- Both Shredded and ground beef tacos were too salty- We all like spice- i eat raw jalapenos regularly and an occasional raw habanero- You need to know this as our family has decided we won't be back- due to the spice

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Reviewed on December 8, 2014 Verified Purchase

Food was fantastically delicious, though the prices were high.

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Reviewed on December 5, 2014 Verified Purchase

Very prompt service. Food very good. Facility was OK, but not exceptional. Bar is quite busy.

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Reviewed on December 4, 2014 Verified Purchase

Great food and service.

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Reviewed on November 22, 2014 Verified Purchase

I feel like it is eating at your home with all the great waitresses who remember you...and your order...always friendly...

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Reviewed on November 17, 2014 Verified Purchase

friendly staff. good food. Comfortable atmosphere.

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Reviewed on November 10, 2014 Verified Purchase

Trivia night is a lot of fun

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Reviewed on November 3, 2014 Verified Purchase

Great staff, good consistent food.

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Reviewed on October 20, 2014 Verified Purchase

It was great food and great service!

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Reviewed on September 19, 2014 Verified Purchase

Always excellent food and service. As a local restaurant- would highly recommend

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Reviewed on August 27, 2014 Verified Purchase

Delicious food...friendly environment.

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Reviewed on August 14, 2014 Verified Purchase

Best Mexican food ever.

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Reviewed on August 13, 2014 Verified Purchase

Food was great, Marina our waitress was fantastic

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Reviewed on August 5, 2014 Verified Purchase

The food and the service was great and so were the yummy margaritas!

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Reviewed on July 31, 2014 Verified Purchase

Great and attentive staff.

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Reviewed on July 10, 2014 Verified Purchase

Service always excellent!This is our "go to" place for Mexican food!

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Reviewed on July 4, 2014 Verified Purchase

Too smoky! Yuk!

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Reviewed on May 20, 2014 Verified Purchase

I always get the same thing there, pollo en crema. Although the sauce was not quite as creamy as before, I still enjoyed it. (New chef?)

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Reviewed on May 19, 2014 Verified Purchase

Delicious

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Reviewed on April 24, 2014 Verified Purchase

Wait staff is wonderful

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Reviewed on April 12, 2014 Verified Purchase

Slow service; food mediocre.

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Reviewed on April 4, 2014 Verified Purchase

My wife's tortilla salad was tasteless.My food was fair. Drinks not to good.

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Reviewed on March 28, 2014 Verified Purchase

Friendly atmosphere. Helpful waitresses. Good food.

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Reviewed on March 20, 2014 Verified Purchase

The wait staff was very nice and friendly.Loved the coleslaw that they serve too.

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Reviewed on March 13, 2014 Verified Purchase

Good authentically prepared Mexican dishes. The service was excellent, attentive without being intrusive.

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Reviewed on March 7, 2014 Verified Purchase

Juan the bartender was excellent, I will come back in the future.

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Reviewed on March 5, 2014 Verified Purchase

I recommend the chicken enchiladas with green sauce. YUM. Our wonderful waitress Marina is part of the fun. This friendly waitress has an incredible memory for names and favorite drinks and orders.

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Reviewed on February 27, 2014 Verified Purchase

Always great food and service.

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Reviewed on February 18, 2014 Verified Purchase

The food is good and staff are friendly.

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Reviewed on February 2, 2014 Verified Purchase

Consistany good. Great full bar. Super waitresses. Family friendly.

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Reviewed on January 24, 2014 Verified Purchase

Everyone liked their dinner. Service was good. We will go back.

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Reviewed on January 24, 2014 Verified Purchase

try something new each visit--great

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Reviewed on January 3, 2014 Verified Purchase

Service is always excellent.Food is delicious.We love it!!!

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Joel O.
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Reviewed on December 28, 2013 Verified Purchase

The servicr was great, the food was delicious, and the owner was so gracious.

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Reviewed on December 27, 2013 Verified Purchase

Food & Service was wonderful!!!

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Reviewed on December 27, 2013 Verified Purchase

One meal was missed and was brought out much later than all the others.

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Reviewed on December 17, 2013 Verified Purchase

We have dined at Fernando's before many many times and have enjoyed ourselves. Tonight was no exception except that the service was very slow tonight and it was a Monday night early! The food was great, the staff very friendly.

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Reviewed on December 8, 2013 Verified Purchase

good food, good service

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Reviewed on December 8, 2013 Verified Purchase

waitress is so happy and friendly makes it a wonderful experience every time

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Reviewed on November 17, 2013 Verified Purchase

I always enjoy eating here. Staff was great especially for a large party with lots of children

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Reviewed on November 13, 2013 Verified Purchase

Service is always great. The staff is warm and friendly. The food is always served hot and with a smile.

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Reviewed on October 27, 2013 Verified Purchase

We made dinner reservations. When we sat down, we had to wait 15 minutes just to get bread that we had to ask for. It took one and a half hours to get the food, not acceptable, We saw that there was a big party next door. If the kithcen was so backed up, they never should have taken the reservation. We were regular customers and we brought all our friends and family. Now we will have to think twice.

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Reviewed on October 21, 2013 Verified Purchase

The food was delicious. The waiter, Tony, is their best waiter and we always ask for him. The food was hot and brought out in the right order with enough time in between.

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Reviewed on October 20, 2013 Verified Purchase

The entire meal was excellent, starting with the generous serving of coleslaw. I don't generally like coleslaw...until I had Fernando's.

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Reviewed on October 8, 2013 Verified Purchase

The decor was pleasant enough. The server was very good! The food was delicious. A little spendy though.

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Reviewed on October 5, 2013 Verified Purchase

the way they greet us when we arrive and make us feel very welcome; quick and friendly service.

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Reviewed on September 15, 2013 Verified Purchase

We always enjoy coming here

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Reviewed on September 1, 2013 Verified Purchase

waitress was friendly and helpful. the food was delicious. the only downfall is the table area is very cramped

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Reviewed on September 1, 2013 Verified Purchase

Always delish

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Reviewed on August 22, 2013 Verified Purchase

Marina is a fantastic waitress. Treats everyone like family.

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Reviewed on August 7, 2013 Verified Purchase

Ordered Chicken Mole - It was chicken strips in a Mole sauce. I was expecting bone in chicken. Not very good. Their other dishes are better.

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Reviewed on August 7, 2013 Verified Purchase

Ordered Chicken Mole - It was chicken strips in a Mole sauce. I was expecting bone in chicken. Not very good. Their other dishes are better.

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Reviewed on July 14, 2013 Verified Purchase

Great Service! Great Food! Great Prices!Great Value!

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Reviewed on June 30, 2013 Verified Purchase

Always delicious

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Reviewed on June 29, 2013 Verified Purchase

always great food...

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Reviewed on June 11, 2013 Verified Purchase

Service was quick and very friendly, food good and dining experience was great.

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Reviewed on May 10, 2013 Verified Purchase

Always reliably good food. Servers are friendly, food is served quickly, large bar and separate bar area.

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Reviewed on April 28, 2013 Verified Purchase

Service was okay in that we got waited on and served in good time. However, there was no follow up service, I.e. drink refill, did we need anything, etc. We felt like we got sub service because we used a coupon.

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Reviewed on April 26, 2013 Verified Purchase

Food was OK. Burrito was ridiculously large and swimming in sauce. Mole was not bad. Fajitas were good, not great. Chips and salsa were hot. The best dish was the chicken tortilla soup.

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Reviewed on April 15, 2013 Verified Purchase

its worth the drive. excellent food. friendly staff.and sports on tv in the bar. all the time.

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Reviewed on April 13, 2013 Verified Purchase

Love, love, love this resturant. Terrific margaritas, food always piping hot and every meal is perfectly prepared and delicious. Never ever disappointed! The service is perfect, and the servers are enjoyable, efficient and never make a mistake with an order.

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Reviewed on April 6, 2013 Verified Purchase

Good food and good atmosphere

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Reviewed on March 18, 2013 Verified Purchase

Good service.

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Reviewed on March 10, 2013 Verified Purchase

The waitress' attitude, the way she talk to customers were very bad! Bad service! I asked for a bigger box to go, but she demanded that small tiny box is big enough for my enchilada. I said it does not fit, it's too big for the tiny box. Then she said, "It's big enough. Do you want me to show you how to put it?" I said, "No, I will just fold it." I came home with a tiny box with full of messy enchilada.My son ordered burritos. They are small, not stuffed, no vegetables, just a little bit of meat.We should have got burritos at La Cumbre or other places in San Mateo.When I paid, the waitress did not say thank you. I asked for a receipt, she said, "it's here!"I will never ever go there again, nor recommend to my friends.

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Reviewed on March 9, 2013 Verified Purchase

Excellent, varied menu. Large portions, even a la carte, always served hot. A word of warning, "Only order one Cadillac Margarita if you are driving. Period." They are THAT good. Yum!

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Reviewed on February 16, 2013 Verified Purchase

We love the tostada salad -- always super fresh, great combination of flavors, and love the cut avocado. We love the fajita, too. Best chips, salsa and margaritas around!

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Reviewed on February 15, 2013 Verified Purchase

Friendly staff

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Reviewed on February 15, 2013 Verified Purchase

Friendly staff and great food.

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Reviewed on February 15, 2013 Verified Purchase

Great service and good food.

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Reviewed on February 15, 2013 Verified Purchase

Friendly staff

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Reviewed on February 15, 2013 Verified Purchase

Friendly staff and great food.

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Reviewed on February 15, 2013 Verified Purchase

Great service and good food.

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Reviewed on February 15, 2013 Verified Purchase

Friendly staff

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Reviewed on February 15, 2013 Verified Purchase

Hot food is a must anytime you go out to eat. I really like how hot the plate is so your meal is still warm at the last bite.

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Reviewed on February 15, 2013 Verified Purchase

Friendly staff and great food.

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Reviewed on February 15, 2013 Verified Purchase

Great service and good food.

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Reviewed on February 15, 2013 Verified Purchase

Friendly staff

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Reviewed on February 15, 2013 Verified Purchase

Hot food is a must anytime you go out to eat. I really like how hot the plate is so your meal is still warm at the last bite.

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Reviewed on February 15, 2013 Verified Purchase

Friendly staff and great food.

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Reviewed on February 15, 2013 Verified Purchase

Great service and good food.

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Reviewed on February 15, 2013 Verified Purchase

Friendly staff

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Reviewed on February 15, 2013 Verified Purchase

Hot food is a must anytime you go out to eat. I really like how hot the plate is so your meal is still warm at the last bite.

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Reviewed on February 15, 2013 Verified Purchase

Friendly staff and great food.

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Reviewed on February 14, 2013 Verified Purchase

Great service and good food.

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Reviewed on February 14, 2013 Verified Purchase

Friendly staff

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Reviewed on February 14, 2013 Verified Purchase

Hot food is a must anytime you go out to eat. I really like how hot the plate is so your meal is still warm at the last bite.

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Reviewed on February 14, 2013 Verified Purchase

Friendly staff and great food.

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Reviewed on February 14, 2013 Verified Purchase

Great service and good food.

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Reviewed on February 14, 2013 Verified Purchase

Friendly staff

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Reviewed on February 14, 2013 Verified Purchase

Hot food is a must anytime you go out to eat. I really like how hot the plate is so your meal is still warm at the last bite.

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Reviewed on February 14, 2013 Verified Purchase

Friendly staff and great food.

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Reviewed on February 14, 2013 Verified Purchase

Great service and good food.

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Reviewed on February 14, 2013 Verified Purchase

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Reviewed on February 14, 2013 Verified Purchase

Hot food is a must anytime you go out to eat. I really like how hot the plate is so your meal is still warm at the last bite.

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Reviewed on February 14, 2013 Verified Purchase

Friendly staff and great food.

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Reviewed on February 14, 2013 Verified Purchase

Great service and good food.

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Reviewed on February 14, 2013 Verified Purchase

Friendly staff

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Reviewed on February 14, 2013 Verified Purchase

Friendly staff and great food.

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Reviewed on February 14, 2013 Verified Purchase

Great service and good food.

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Reviewed on February 14, 2013 Verified Purchase

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Reviewed on February 14, 2013 Verified Purchase

Hot food is a must anytime you go out to eat. I really like how hot the plate is so your meal is still warm at the last bite.

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Reviewed on February 14, 2013 Verified Purchase

Friendly staff and great food.

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Reviewed on February 14, 2013 Verified Purchase

Great service and good food.

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Reviewed on February 14, 2013 Verified Purchase

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Reviewed on February 14, 2013 Verified Purchase

Hot food is a must anytime you go out to eat. I really like how hot the plate is so your meal is still warm at the last bite.

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Reviewed on February 14, 2013 Verified Purchase

Friendly staff and great food.

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Reviewed on February 14, 2013 Verified Purchase

Great service and good food.

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Reviewed on February 14, 2013 Verified Purchase

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Reviewed on February 14, 2013 Verified Purchase

Hot food is a must anytime you go out to eat. I really like how hot the plate is so your meal is still warm at the last bite.

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Reviewed on February 14, 2013 Verified Purchase

Friendly staff and great food.

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Reviewed on February 14, 2013 Verified Purchase

Great service and good food.

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Reviewed on February 14, 2013 Verified Purchase

Hot food is a must anytime you go out to eat. I really like how hot the plate is so your meal is still warm at the last bite.

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Reviewed on February 14, 2013 Verified Purchase

Friendly staff and great food.

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Reviewed on February 14, 2013 Verified Purchase

Hot food is a must anytime you go out to eat. I really like how hot the plate is so your meal is still warm at the last bite.

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Reviewed on February 14, 2013 Verified Purchase

Friendly staff and great food.

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Reviewed on February 14, 2013 Verified Purchase

Great service and good food.

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Reviewed on January 22, 2013 Verified Purchase

Waiters did not come by often enough to check on drinks. Also the restrictions only stated "Minimum 2 entrees. Valid for Food ONLY. Parties of 2 or more." We ordered at least 2 entrees and there were more than 2 in our party. One of our entrees was the daily special, which was $2 off the normal price. When we got the check, the waitress said that she would have to charge us the full price of the special if we wanted to use the restaurant.com voucher. I thought that was odd, since the restrictions don't clearly state that the voucher can't be applied with the daily special.

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Reviewed on January 18, 2013 Verified Purchase

Hot food is a must anytime you go out to eat. I really like how hot the plate is so your meal is still warm at the last bite.

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Reviewed on December 8, 2012 Verified Purchase

Friendly staff and great food.

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Reviewed on November 28, 2012 Verified Purchase

Great service and good food.

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Reviewed on November 14, 2012 Verified Purchase

This place has a great neighborhood feel to it and I had a nice group of regulars in the bar. The bartender was great, but sadly they used processed Velvetta-type cheese! Appalling for an "authentic" Mexican restaurant - and it tasted terrible. I could not even finish it. Too bad because it could be a great place.

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