We stopped into Mexicali Allies on Saturday around 5:45 pm because we’d heard great things about their desserts. Since we’d already had dinner elsewhere, we planned to just order dessert before they closed at 7. The restaurant was very quiet — only a few tables were occupied, and at least one group was already finishing up.
The waitress seated us, and when we told her we were only there for dessert, she seemed surprised but still friendly. A few minutes later, the owner (we assume) came over and, with a noticeably harsh attitude, told us we “can’t come in here for just dessert” because they’re “not a bakery.”
I’ve never experienced an owner speaking to customers that way, especially when the restaurant wasn’t busy and we were simply looking to enjoy something they’re known for. It was uncomfortable and honestly pretty embarrassing to be scolded for trying to give a business our money.
This was my first visit, and unfortunately it will be my last. I hope the owner reconsiders how situations like this are handled, because a little courtesy would have gone a long way.
Food: 1
Service: 1
Emma Farmer
Mexicali and more is THE ONLY SCRATCH kitchen in Livingston County! This shows in everything they make! From their fresh salsa, Entrees and Dessert. This family owned restaurant’s food is sure to knock your socks off.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Tom Gondick
We had mexicali and more cater my mother in law's 80th birthday party.The food was amazing.The service was great.Everybody was happy and begged to take home the leftover tacos.Thanks for making our party great.
C OH
2nd time getting Doordash delivery, fast, decent prices. I just wish desserts were on their delivery menu. The food was great, cheese & onion enchiladas, chunky beef burritos & chips & salsa. Yummy, comfort food.
Food: 4
David c
Great service and great food
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Josh Barrett
The server was very friendly, food was prepared quick and was full of flavor.
Atmosphere: 4
Food: 4
Service: 4
stacey roginski
2nd time eating here in 10+ years still not impressed
Atmosphere: 2
Food: 2
Service: 2
Lilly Johnston
I've been eating at Mexicali since I was a baby (in their original location and in their new one). I love the food and the atmosphere. It's a great treat when I get to come as I no longer live in Michigan. Highly recommend!
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Meg Marhofer
We get takeout from here and the tacos are AMAZING. I crave them more often than I should.
I had the most wonderful, warm out of the oven Rhubarb Custard Pie. It was amazing! Our tacos were superb as well.
Jeff Deakin
WOW we have been driving to Fenton to get good Mexican cuisine, no longer this is very good
David Tristan
Awesome homemade Mexicali food. This is the real comida I miss from Texas. Thanks for the best meal in Howell.
Kennedy Peterson
The best part about Mexicali & More is how consistently good it is!! I get the Las Banderas as a vegetarian and enjoy it so much. My spouse constantly gets new dishes and enjoys them all. We tried the churro tres leches cake tonight, too, and all I can say is DELICIOUS! Could eat here every night if possible. Possibly could because it is also very reasonably priced for the quality and quantity of food you receive.
We stopped into Mexicali Allies on Saturday around 5:45 pm because we’d heard great things about their desserts. Since we’d already had dinner elsewhere, we planned to just order dessert before they closed at 7. The restaurant was very quiet — only a few tables were occupied, and at least one group was already finishing up.
The waitress seated us, and when we told her we were only there for dessert, she seemed surprised but still friendly. A few minutes later, the owner (we assume) came over and, with a noticeably harsh attitude, told us we “can’t come in here for just dessert” because they’re “not a bakery.”
I’ve never experienced an owner speaking to customers that way, especially when the restaurant wasn’t busy and we were simply looking to enjoy something they’re known for. It was uncomfortable and honestly pretty embarrassing to be scolded for trying to give a business our money.
This was my first visit, and unfortunately it will be my last. I hope the owner reconsiders how situations like this are handled, because a little courtesy would have gone a long way.
Food: 1
Service: 1
Mexicali and more is THE ONLY SCRATCH kitchen in Livingston County! This shows in everything they make! From their fresh salsa, Entrees and Dessert. This family owned restaurant’s food is sure to knock your socks off.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
We had mexicali and more cater my mother in law's 80th birthday party.The food was amazing.The service was great.Everybody was happy and begged to take home the leftover tacos.Thanks for making our party great.
2nd time getting Doordash delivery, fast, decent prices. I just wish desserts were on their delivery menu. The food was great, cheese & onion enchiladas, chunky beef burritos & chips & salsa. Yummy, comfort food.
Food: 4
Great service and great food
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
The server was very friendly, food was prepared quick and was full of flavor.
Atmosphere: 4
Food: 4
Service: 4
2nd time eating here in 10+ years still not impressed
Atmosphere: 2
Food: 2
Service: 2
I've been eating at Mexicali since I was a baby (in their original location and in their new one). I love the food and the atmosphere. It's a great treat when I get to come as I no longer live in Michigan. Highly recommend!
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
We get takeout from here and the tacos are AMAZING. I crave them more often than I should.
Great first visit
Atmosphere: 4
Food: 5
Service: 5
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Freshly made food.
I had the most wonderful, warm out of the oven Rhubarb Custard Pie. It was amazing! Our tacos were superb as well.
WOW we have been driving to Fenton to get good Mexican cuisine, no longer this is very good
Awesome homemade Mexicali food. This is the real comida I miss from Texas. Thanks for the best meal in Howell.
The best part about Mexicali & More is how consistently good it is!! I get the Las Banderas as a vegetarian and enjoy it so much. My spouse constantly gets new dishes and enjoys them all. We tried the churro tres leches cake tonight, too, and all I can say is DELICIOUS! Could eat here every night if possible. Possibly could because it is also very reasonably priced for the quality and quantity of food you receive.
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