I had the lunch fajitas, everything was great! I really liked that the salsa had a little spice to it. I wish I could come back but I was just passing through the area on my way back to Philadelphia.
Charles Montgomery
The waiters can't understand anything you say this is. My sister asked for a small bowl of cheese as did I. He did not have to pay for it I had to pay $4 for my little bowl. It was also extremely hot in the entire restaurant.
Chibi Cakes
Was very unprofessional, came out with friends order but not mine. They started to deliver her food to another table, until table told them it was our food instead. They forgot about my order and had to put it in while my friend ate her food. She asked for a glass of water and took over 15 minutes to get water. My order finally came out after she was already done eatting. While there, we saw another person get liquid from a plate spilled on them. And the chips that came with the chips and dip were barely warm. Food overall was fine, but the service was alot to be desired, safe to say we won't be going back.
Victoria Munguia
The house margaritas were amazing, tasted just like skinny margaritas, very strong I loved them! There was a slight language issue with the waitress but she was very nice and we figured it out. Chips were fresh, salsa had a nice kick to it. I would definitely recommend checking it out.
Miracle Reason
I got the beef nachos to go. Decent customer service. I went to sit at the bar while I waited and was not helped or offered a drink. It could have been closed or just understaffed with employees tending to tables? But overall, the restaurant wasn't busy and multiple employees walked by without acknowledging me.The meat was terrible and ruined the whole thing. It tasted old and burnt and dry and just left a terrible taste in my mouth. I'd go back and try other menu items- especially since the queso on the nachos was pretty good. I just didn't have a pleasant first experience.
Bethany K.
I can't believe I haven't written a review before now..... I really enjoy this restaurant. I have been here 2-3 times of the years, and I dont know why it's not more. I haven't had a bad experience any of the times I have been here --- the servers are always pleasant and informative. What brings me here is the shrimp cocktail -- it's more of a ceviche in a HUGE Margarita glass..... but I branched out on my last visit and shared Molcajete Monterrey Fajitas -- this is a combination of shrimp, steak, and chicken with peppers and onions topped with cheese, it's served with tortillas, but tastes AMAZING on chips! The prices are great! I really appreciate that they took an already established building (one of the many in the area) and made it their home. I can't really speak to their alcohol but they have a solid selection of Coke products.
LaC D
The service was not the great. Place wasn't super packed. May be low on servers. Drink and food orders were wrong. I ordered a vegetarian item and it had chicken in it. Sides were cold. Took forever to get kids meal once received chicken was cold. Took to long to get someone back at the table asked for boxes just to get out of there and had to wait forever for that. Price of drink on receipt didn't match the menu price. Would say 2.5 because server seemed nice.
writer1rex and the open mind
The food and beverage is excellent. I would rate it a five but the last two times I have had servers who had difficulty taking my orders because they had limited English speaking skills. This will not keep me from going back but this is something they really need to fix. The servers are nice enough and work hard but when ordering I would like them to be able to take my order without having to go get someone who can interpret.
Malc V
Two months ago I would've given this restaurant 5 stars, but they recently had a change in ownership and now this place is just different. It used to be me and my husband's favorite place because of the awesome customer service and the Happy Hour margarita specials, but now they have almost an entire new staff and their drinks have gone up. Smh! I don't think we'll be returning their for Happy Hour anymore. It just isn't the same friendly environment.
Donald James Lowe
nice bar, great food. look forward to it every taco tuesday
My first time at Las Carretas and i was very happy about the experience…Great service,great presentation, and tasty food. The seafood soup is the best i never had…The service is very fast,and they are friendly.
Kareemah L.
Honestly this is not the first time I've had an issue with this restaurant. I once called and ordered 3 american tacos. I got to the restaurant and was told my order was 30 something dollars. I asked the lady did she ring me up for 3 tacos or three orders she instead it was 3 tacos. I asked for a manager that manager also insisted it was only for three tacos. After finally being able to speak to a 2nd manager he verified I was rung up for 3 orders of tacos. Though I only asked for 1 and was only given one order. Tonight I called in for the same thing plus a guacamole salad. I got there my order is 19$ I asked for all my toppings on the side so there were multiple containers I get home and no guacamole salad just aside of lettuce.
Jennifer Atkinson
The restaurant was clean. The service was friendly. I am giving a three star rating based on the taste of the food.For the appetizer I ordered queso. That was pretty good. For dinner I ordered Chimichanga Supreme. That was not as tasty. In my opinion it was just flavorless and bland. The beef tasted like just fried ground beef with no seasoning. The chicken was a little better but not by much. The beans and rice were also bland and to top that off they were cold. To say the least I was disappointed.I'm not sure I would recommend this. I will try one more time and something different before I say yay or nay on this restaurant.
Foxxy 7.
I recently celebrated my birthday here, 10/2021! What was going to be a disaster birthday, turned into one of the best birthdays I've had in a long time!!! I spoke with Angie on the phone with just a 2 hour in advance notice for 20+ people - on a Saturday - (due to miscommunication with another restaurant). Angie checked into our 20+ party, and was able to get us into their party room! Of course, with their delicious food & drinks, we took our business here. Leo (manager) who helped serve, make drinks, he made sure our experience was memorable and I'm forever grateful for this establishment, his professionalism, and his excellence in service. AJ is THEE BEST bartender; his drinks are always on point, anytime I dine in. He makes what you want and adds his own creative thumbprint. He was our bartender the night of my birthday and his drinks never disappoint! I've become a regular. Deigo was our phenomenal server, along with Yesenia! We hardly had to wait for anything from refills to food, etc. The cooks busted out our food in no time, everyone said their food was delicious. I knew this place wouldn't disappoint because of all the times I've dined in before, my food has always been good. Las Carretas Mexican Restaurant gained a few new customers from my party that night. I've been told a few of my friends have already been back! Continued Blessings!
Dawn D.
When we experienced this place there were 8 guests. This was ?winner. Their menu had a huge variety of choices food was amazing had a lot of flavor with large portions as well. A must stop if in the area.
I had the lunch fajitas, everything was great! I really liked that the salsa had a little spice to it. I wish I could come back but I was just passing through the area on my way back to Philadelphia.
The waiters can't understand anything you say this is. My sister asked for a small bowl of cheese as did I. He did not have to pay for it I had to pay $4 for my little bowl. It was also extremely hot in the entire restaurant.
Was very unprofessional, came out with friends order but not mine. They started to deliver her food to another table, until table told them it was our food instead. They forgot about my order and had to put it in while my friend ate her food. She asked for a glass of water and took over 15 minutes to get water. My order finally came out after she was already done eatting. While there, we saw another person get liquid from a plate spilled on them. And the chips that came with the chips and dip were barely warm. Food overall was fine, but the service was alot to be desired, safe to say we won't be going back.
The house margaritas were amazing, tasted just like skinny margaritas, very strong I loved them! There was a slight language issue with the waitress but she was very nice and we figured it out. Chips were fresh, salsa had a nice kick to it. I would definitely recommend checking it out.
I got the beef nachos to go. Decent customer service. I went to sit at the bar while I waited and was not helped or offered a drink. It could have been closed or just understaffed with employees tending to tables? But overall, the restaurant wasn't busy and multiple employees walked by without acknowledging me.The meat was terrible and ruined the whole thing. It tasted old and burnt and dry and just left a terrible taste in my mouth. I'd go back and try other menu items- especially since the queso on the nachos was pretty good. I just didn't have a pleasant first experience.
I can't believe I haven't written a review before now..... I really enjoy this restaurant. I have been here 2-3 times of the years, and I dont know why it's not more. I haven't had a bad experience any of the times I have been here --- the servers are always pleasant and informative. What brings me here is the shrimp cocktail -- it's more of a ceviche in a HUGE Margarita glass..... but I branched out on my last visit and shared Molcajete Monterrey Fajitas -- this is a combination of shrimp, steak, and chicken with peppers and onions topped with cheese, it's served with tortillas, but tastes AMAZING on chips! The prices are great! I really appreciate that they took an already established building (one of the many in the area) and made it their home. I can't really speak to their alcohol but they have a solid selection of Coke products.
The service was not the great. Place wasn't super packed. May be low on servers. Drink and food orders were wrong. I ordered a vegetarian item and it had chicken in it. Sides were cold. Took forever to get kids meal once received chicken was cold. Took to long to get someone back at the table asked for boxes just to get out of there and had to wait forever for that. Price of drink on receipt didn't match the menu price. Would say 2.5 because server seemed nice.
The food and beverage is excellent. I would rate it a five but the last two times I have had servers who had difficulty taking my orders because they had limited English speaking skills. This will not keep me from going back but this is something they really need to fix. The servers are nice enough and work hard but when ordering I would like them to be able to take my order without having to go get someone who can interpret.
Two months ago I would've given this restaurant 5 stars, but they recently had a change in ownership and now this place is just different. It used to be me and my husband's favorite place because of the awesome customer service and the Happy Hour margarita specials, but now they have almost an entire new staff and their drinks have gone up. Smh! I don't think we'll be returning their for Happy Hour anymore. It just isn't the same friendly environment.
nice bar, great food. look forward to it every taco tuesday
Restaurantji Recommends
My first time at Las Carretas and i was very happy about the experience…Great service,great presentation, and tasty food. The seafood soup is the best i never had…The service is very fast,and they are friendly.
Honestly this is not the first time I've had an issue with this restaurant. I once called and ordered 3 american tacos. I got to the restaurant and was told my order was 30 something dollars. I asked the lady did she ring me up for 3 tacos or three orders she instead it was 3 tacos. I asked for a manager that manager also insisted it was only for three tacos. After finally being able to speak to a 2nd manager he verified I was rung up for 3 orders of tacos. Though I only asked for 1 and was only given one order. Tonight I called in for the same thing plus a guacamole salad. I got there my order is 19$ I asked for all my toppings on the side so there were multiple containers I get home and no guacamole salad just aside of lettuce.
The restaurant was clean. The service was friendly. I am giving a three star rating based on the taste of the food.For the appetizer I ordered queso. That was pretty good. For dinner I ordered Chimichanga Supreme. That was not as tasty. In my opinion it was just flavorless and bland. The beef tasted like just fried ground beef with no seasoning. The chicken was a little better but not by much. The beans and rice were also bland and to top that off they were cold. To say the least I was disappointed.I'm not sure I would recommend this. I will try one more time and something different before I say yay or nay on this restaurant.
I recently celebrated my birthday here, 10/2021! What was going to be a disaster birthday, turned into one of the best birthdays I've had in a long time!!! I spoke with Angie on the phone with just a 2 hour in advance notice for 20+ people - on a Saturday - (due to miscommunication with another restaurant). Angie checked into our 20+ party, and was able to get us into their party room! Of course, with their delicious food & drinks, we took our business here. Leo (manager) who helped serve, make drinks, he made sure our experience was memorable and I'm forever grateful for this establishment, his professionalism, and his excellence in service. AJ is THEE BEST bartender; his drinks are always on point, anytime I dine in. He makes what you want and adds his own creative thumbprint. He was our bartender the night of my birthday and his drinks never disappoint! I've become a regular. Deigo was our phenomenal server, along with Yesenia! We hardly had to wait for anything from refills to food, etc. The cooks busted out our food in no time, everyone said their food was delicious. I knew this place wouldn't disappoint because of all the times I've dined in before, my food has always been good. Las Carretas Mexican Restaurant gained a few new customers from my party that night. I've been told a few of my friends have already been back! Continued Blessings!
When we experienced this place there were 8 guests. This was ?winner. Their menu had a huge variety of choices food was amazing had a lot of flavor with large portions as well. A must stop if in the area.