The server decided to give themselves an extra $12 on their tip. Fraud
Katie Rhodes
At the ocoee location, I had the Worst service, the server was rude. After finally ordering, we did not eat the food since we saw 2 rats scurry across the floor.
Went out back and saw what looked like the cook in the bushes peeing, probably didn’t wash his hands either!
María Alejandra León
I'm from Miami and I stopped by this place on the way. The food is authentic from Mexico!!! Delicious and with its traditional flavors. As soon as you enter the place you think you are in Mexico. Cindy was our waitress and she served me and my husband very well and recommended something to share. I liked it and I will return!!
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Moira Villavicencio
Cindy is the best waitress in the place, she was attentive to everything at all times and Carlos prepared the best drinks. La Hacienda is my favorite place today thanks to them and their delicious food.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Al Alvarez
We were there a couple weeks ago.... good food and reasonable prices ? can't wait to go back..
Atmosphere: 4
Food: 5
Service: 4
lito rivera
Have been a couple of times here, average service but very close to good Mexican food. Not a chain and noticed that there are some regulars which it is usually a good sign. Tables and chairs are custom made, which tells the commitment to the establishment. Have two locations, and feel that the Winter Park location was a better tasting food, but also has been at that location longer.
Atmosphere: 4
Food: 4
Service: 4
Recommended dishes: Bistec a La Tampiqueña Tampico Style Steak, Al Pastor
Dwaine Higgins
Delicious chicken fajitas! Woop!
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Chicken Fajitas
OLGA RIVERA
Condiments used to bring out flavor on all if Mexican food
Parking: Handicap accessible
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Nachos, Chicken Fajitas
Kenny Rivera
We recently visited La Hacienda and, unfortunately, left disappointed and unimpressed. While the food was passable, the overall experience left much to be desired.
One major issue was their lack of understanding around service animals. Upon arrival around 6:30 pm with my service dog, the hostesses seemed unsure how to handle our situation. We were seated in the middle of the restaurant, in an area clearly set up for a large party that hadn’t yet arrived, and directly in front of the mariachi band who was going to play but had yet to also arrive.
As it was our first time visiting, we didn’t realize this would be an area with heavy foot traffic and noise, which isn’t ideal for a service animal.
Our waitress didn’t help matters either; when we asked what tacos were available, she simply said, “everything.” As first-time visitors, that wasn’t particularly helpful. We had to press for specifics, and even then, we were left a bit lost.
About 35 minutes into our meal, the large party began to arrive, and guests walked closely around and over my service dog, almost stepping on him multiple times. While my dog is trained and non-reactive, the lack of consideration and awareness from the other patrons and staff was disappointing.
Overall, La Hacienda has potential but could greatly benefit from staff training on accommodating service animals and improving the guest experience, particularly for first-time visitors.
Atmosphere: 2
Food: 3
Service: 3
Recommended dishes: Chips & Salsa, Al Pastor
Jaqueline Lozano
we decided to try out la hacienda tonight and have dinner everything was delightful great service even that the restaurant was full Danna was our server she went above and beyond to have us satisfied she was very attentive definitely going back PS. mariachi got there when we sat down wich made it even better
Great food, great salsa, and great service! Thanks Carlos for taking great care of me for lunch at the bar. Carlos hooked me up with their other salsas as you can see! Very nice!
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Chips & Salsa, Chips and Salsa and Queso
Juan Ramirez
Great food, drinks and atmosphere! Mariachis are very good. Wish it would extend business hours on the weekends and add karaoke or DJ.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Daniel Ouellette
We only had the Steak Nachos because we didn't come with a big enough appetite. This was our first time here, but if the rest of the food is as good as the Nachos, you'll be addicted to this restaurant! I've never had nachos that tasted this good! We will be back again!
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Aleksandr Dissan
La Hacienda Mexican Restaurant – Where Flavor Meets Fiesta Vibes! ?
So, picture this: I’m in Orlando, soaking up the vacation vibes, and I decide to meet up with friends for dinner. Now, ever since I moved to Florida from LA, I’ve been on the hunt for an authentic Mexican spot. Not “inspired” Mexican… I want the real deal! My friends know my struggle and suggested we try La Hacienda Mexican Restaurant in Ocoee. Their pitch: “No AC, but we were the only non-Latinos there, and everyone was having the best time sweating it out!” If you know anything about good food, it’s that the best spots are often the hidden gems. So, I was intrigued—nervous about the no AC, but intrigued.
When we pulled up, the parking lot was pretty empty, and I spotted a bunch of Tesla chargers (bummer I wasn’t in the Tesla that night, ha!). Our friends arrived, and surprise, surprise—there was AC! Crisis averted, LOL. It wasn’t super busy, but hey, it was a Monday at 8:30 PM, and they close at 9. Oh, and let’s not forget Hurricane Milton just passed through, so I’m guessing that kept folks at home.
First Impressions: The vibe? Pure Jalisco! From the décor to the music, I felt like I was back in my mom’s hometown. The tunes had me this close to busting out a little quebradita right there. ? And honestly, I do believe this place serves authentic Mexican food. You can feel the heart and soul in the flavors, not just “inspired” by Mexico, but truly transporting you there.
Now, let’s talk food! I went in full-on sampler mode because I wanted to try everything. Here’s what I ordered:
2 Tacos de Lengua 1 Enchilada de Pollo with Salsa Verde 1 Quesabirria 6 Camarones a la Diabla 1 Tostada de Ceviche 1 Sope de Pollo 1 Flauta de Res and 1 Flauta de Pollo
The Highlights:
The Tacos de Lengua were absolutely delicious. Tender, flavorful, and they did NOT skimp on the meat. I could’ve eaten six more of these, easily. The Enchilada Verde was killer! The salsa had a perfect kick. Spicy lovers, this one’s for you! The Quesabirria was super tasty, though the consomé needed a little more salt for my liking. Maybe I’m just too salty for my own good. ? The Tostada de Ceviche was fresh and light. A little lime and salt, and I devoured it.
The Not-So-Hot:
The Camarones a la Diabla were definitely spicy, yes. Flavorful, not so much. It felt like they just relied on the heat and forgot about the flavor. The Sope de Pollo had potential, but the chicken was dry. Fix that, and it’s a winner! Same story with the Flautas—just too dry for my taste.
Drinks & More:
My friends and partner went all out on the drinks. The Cantarito? A 10/10. The Watermelon Frozen Margarita? Huge hit! The House Margarita? Eh, a 4/10. But the Paloma stole the show, earning an 11/10 (yes, seriously). For food, the Shrimp Fajitas and Chimichanga got solid reviews, though my partner’s real love was the frozen margarita—because, according to him, “If it’s frozen, I’ll like it.” ?
Final Verdict:
Would I go back? Absolutely! The prices were great, and I’ll definitely be dreaming about those Tacos de Lengua and Enchiladas Verdes. Shoutout to our server, Cindy, who was a total champ and didn’t judge me for ordering one of everything. This spot just opened in April 2024, so they might still be ironing out the kinks. But trust me, it’s worth a visit—especially if you’re charging your Tesla! Just don’t forget to try a Cantarito or two (responsibly, of course). ?
Parking: Tesla Charging lot
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 4
Service: 5
Abeela Haq
Amazing Authentic Mexican cuisine. Carlos is a wonderful bartender and Javier is so welcoming to his family owned business. Live Mariachi twice a week! Best local hangout and food!
The server decided to give themselves an extra $12 on their tip. Fraud
At the ocoee location, I had the Worst service, the server was rude. After finally ordering, we did not eat the food since we saw 2 rats scurry across the floor. Went out back and saw what looked like the cook in the bushes peeing, probably didn’t wash his hands either!
I'm from Miami and I stopped by this place on the way. The food is authentic from Mexico!!! Delicious and with its traditional flavors. As soon as you enter the place you think you are in Mexico. Cindy was our waitress and she served me and my husband very well and recommended something to share. I liked it and I will return!!
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Cindy is the best waitress in the place, she was attentive to everything at all times and Carlos prepared the best drinks. La Hacienda is my favorite place today thanks to them and their delicious food.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
We were there a couple weeks ago.... good food and reasonable prices ? can't wait to go back..
Atmosphere: 4
Food: 5
Service: 4
Have been a couple of times here, average service but very close to good Mexican food. Not a chain and noticed that there are some regulars which it is usually a good sign. Tables and chairs are custom made, which tells the commitment to the establishment. Have two locations, and feel that the Winter Park location was a better tasting food, but also has been at that location longer.
Atmosphere: 4
Food: 4
Service: 4
Recommended dishes: Bistec a La Tampiqueña Tampico Style Steak, Al Pastor
Delicious chicken fajitas! Woop!
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Chicken Fajitas
Condiments used to bring out flavor on all if Mexican food
Parking: Handicap accessible
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Nachos, Chicken Fajitas
We recently visited La Hacienda and, unfortunately, left disappointed and unimpressed. While the food was passable, the overall experience left much to be desired.
One major issue was their lack of understanding around service animals. Upon arrival around 6:30 pm with my service dog, the hostesses seemed unsure how to handle our situation. We were seated in the middle of the restaurant, in an area clearly set up for a large party that hadn’t yet arrived, and directly in front of the mariachi band who was going to play but had yet to also arrive.
As it was our first time visiting, we didn’t realize this would be an area with heavy foot traffic and noise, which isn’t ideal for a service animal.
Our waitress didn’t help matters either; when we asked what tacos were available, she simply said, “everything.” As first-time visitors, that wasn’t particularly helpful. We had to press for specifics, and even then, we were left a bit lost.
About 35 minutes into our meal, the large party began to arrive, and guests walked closely around and over my service dog, almost stepping on him multiple times. While my dog is trained and non-reactive, the lack of consideration and awareness from the other patrons and staff was disappointing.
Overall, La Hacienda has potential but could greatly benefit from staff training on accommodating service animals and improving the guest experience, particularly for first-time visitors.
Atmosphere: 2
Food: 3
Service: 3
Recommended dishes: Chips & Salsa, Al Pastor
we decided to try out la hacienda tonight and have dinner everything was delightful great service even that the restaurant was full Danna was our server she went above and beyond to have us satisfied she was very attentive definitely going back PS. mariachi got there when we sat down wich made it even better
Food: 5
Service: 5
Restaurantji Recommends
Great food, great salsa, and great service! Thanks Carlos for taking great care of me for lunch at the bar. Carlos hooked me up with their other salsas as you can see! Very nice!
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Chips & Salsa, Chips and Salsa and Queso
Great food, drinks and atmosphere! Mariachis are very good. Wish it would extend business hours on the weekends and add karaoke or DJ.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
We only had the Steak Nachos because we didn't come with a big enough appetite. This was our first time here, but if the rest of the food is as good as the Nachos, you'll be addicted to this restaurant! I've never had nachos that tasted this good! We will be back again!
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
La Hacienda Mexican Restaurant – Where Flavor Meets Fiesta Vibes! ?
So, picture this: I’m in Orlando, soaking up the vacation vibes, and I decide to meet up with friends for dinner. Now, ever since I moved to Florida from LA, I’ve been on the hunt for an authentic Mexican spot. Not “inspired” Mexican… I want the real deal! My friends know my struggle and suggested we try La Hacienda Mexican Restaurant in Ocoee. Their pitch: “No AC, but we were the only non-Latinos there, and everyone was having the best time sweating it out!” If you know anything about good food, it’s that the best spots are often the hidden gems. So, I was intrigued—nervous about the no AC, but intrigued.
When we pulled up, the parking lot was pretty empty, and I spotted a bunch of Tesla chargers (bummer I wasn’t in the Tesla that night, ha!). Our friends arrived, and surprise, surprise—there was AC! Crisis averted, LOL. It wasn’t super busy, but hey, it was a Monday at 8:30 PM, and they close at 9. Oh, and let’s not forget Hurricane Milton just passed through, so I’m guessing that kept folks at home.
First Impressions:
The vibe? Pure Jalisco! From the décor to the music, I felt like I was back in my mom’s hometown. The tunes had me this close to busting out a little quebradita right there. ? And honestly, I do believe this place serves authentic Mexican food. You can feel the heart and soul in the flavors, not just “inspired” by Mexico, but truly transporting you there.
Now, let’s talk food!
I went in full-on sampler mode because I wanted to try everything. Here’s what I ordered:
2 Tacos de Lengua
1 Enchilada de Pollo with Salsa Verde
1 Quesabirria
6 Camarones a la Diabla
1 Tostada de Ceviche
1 Sope de Pollo
1 Flauta de Res and 1 Flauta de Pollo
The Highlights:
The Tacos de Lengua were absolutely delicious. Tender, flavorful, and they did NOT skimp on the meat. I could’ve eaten six more of these, easily.
The Enchilada Verde was killer! The salsa had a perfect kick. Spicy lovers, this one’s for you!
The Quesabirria was super tasty, though the consomé needed a little more salt for my liking. Maybe I’m just too salty for my own good. ?
The Tostada de Ceviche was fresh and light. A little lime and salt, and I devoured it.
The Not-So-Hot:
The Camarones a la Diabla were definitely spicy, yes. Flavorful, not so much. It felt like they just relied on the heat and forgot about the flavor.
The Sope de Pollo had potential, but the chicken was dry. Fix that, and it’s a winner!
Same story with the Flautas—just too dry for my taste.
Drinks & More:
My friends and partner went all out on the drinks. The Cantarito? A 10/10. The Watermelon Frozen Margarita? Huge hit! The House Margarita? Eh, a 4/10. But the Paloma stole the show, earning an 11/10 (yes, seriously). For food, the Shrimp Fajitas and Chimichanga got solid reviews, though my partner’s real love was the frozen margarita—because, according to him, “If it’s frozen, I’ll like it.” ?
Final Verdict:
Would I go back? Absolutely! The prices were great, and I’ll definitely be dreaming about those Tacos de Lengua and Enchiladas Verdes. Shoutout to our server, Cindy, who was a total champ and didn’t judge me for ordering one of everything. This spot just opened in April 2024, so they might still be ironing out the kinks. But trust me, it’s worth a visit—especially if you’re charging your Tesla! Just don’t forget to try a Cantarito or two (responsibly, of course). ?
Parking: Tesla Charging lot
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 4
Service: 5
Amazing Authentic Mexican cuisine. Carlos is a wonderful bartender and Javier is so welcoming to his family owned business. Live Mariachi twice a week! Best local hangout and food!
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