Vallarta Restaurant
9255 N 56th St, Temple Terrace
(813) 987-2720
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Beautiful interior to the restaurant. It is very large. There are bars on the outside of the restaurant but once you go inside it is a beautifully decorated restaurant. The food is delicious. The service is quick.
Atmosphere: 4
Food: 4
Service: 4
Pros - Chips and salsa were good. Margaritas were tasty, strong and a good value ($18 half pitcher). Food came out very quickly. Too quick honestly, IYKYK.
Cons - The food was not good. I’m sincerely confused at all the reviews talking about how good the food is here. The rice and beans were bland, the cheese was greasy, the chile relleno was unrecognizable and gross, and the beef in the tacos and burritos didn’t have a hint of seasoning. It tasted like a Mexican dinner someone from Ohio would make with an old El Paso kit from the grocery store, not something you’d get at a restaurant. The food came out TOO fast, it was obviously pre-portioned and microwaved before serving. Cheese was lava hot on some of the plate and not melted on other parts.
If I come back it will strictly be for margaritas and chips as the food was so disappointing. There’s too much great Mexican food in Tampa to settle.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 2
Service: 5
Last night I ate at this establishment and it was my fault for confusing the kind waiter who ended up giving us two portions of fajitas instead of one for me and my girlfriend to share. She brought this up to him and he waived off one of the fajita portions off the bill. I was very happy with my service here and the food was great!
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Good, reasonably priced food. Fun decor. Fast service.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Taco Salad, Chimichanga
This place looks amazing and fun. I came in on an early Saturday afternoon. Low staffed yet friendly.
I will say food was served super fast. Ordering and service did not flow the same way. But once the food was up it came out.
All around they have some good specials and seems to be a great spot for an evening dinner with friends and margaritas. The vibe is not the same when there is no crowd.
Atmosphere: 4
Food: 4
Service: 4
One of the few Temple Terrace icons still here and loved
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 4
Service: 5
Highly recommend. 2nd visit while in Tampa. Food is amazing. Flavorful, tasty. Large portions! Loved the margaritas during happy hour! Great service and lots of delicious options to consider. Outstanding Mexican food.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
The salsa for the chips was very flavorful. I had chicken fajitas and tasted really good. Nice, colorful interior. Staff was friendly and helpful
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Love it here! Great food , reasonable prices , good service! The restaurant is clean and well updated and maintained! Been coming here for over 20 years!
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Good food. Killer Margaritas!
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
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Food was delicious!
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Authentic Mexican restaurant. I enjoyed everything about it!
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Great food and staff! Chicken fajita salad is yummy!
When it comes to dining out, I hold restaurants to high standards and am selective with where I choose to eat. Not many restaurants meet my expectations, as I believe food should be treated with care and respect. Upon arriving at this particular restaurant, I immediately noticed its cleanliness, an important factor in my assessment. The bar area was well-organized and less cluttered, with a drain on the floor, suggesting a thorough cleaning process rather than just a quick wipe-down.
I decided to dine at the bar and was delighted by the excellent food quality and presentation. Their homemade sauce is a must-try, as it truly enhances the flavors of their dishes. Curious to see the kitchen's cleanliness and organization, I took a peek and found it to be well-maintained and clutter-free. This attention to detail is commendable and left a lasting impression on me.
I will definitely return and recommend this restaurant to friends. Kudos to the management and staff for their dedication to quality and cleanliness. Keep up the excellent work!
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Delicious food. Super clean place. Real good Mexican cuisine. You can't go wrong here. I really value the awesome customer service. Very respectful. I'll definitely be back. Thanks a lot. I ordered the chicken and steak fajitas with rice & beans. Delicious 😋
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
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