the birerrea is so good! brought my family and they loved it. Will definitely be back such friendly service. horchata is amazing
Kyler Swords
Amazing food, Amazing atmosphere, and amazing people. Just be patient with them being short staffed, it's worth the wait.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 4
Francesca Leigh
We moved to this area from Chicagoland where you can find great Mexican food everywhere. When we moved, we tried the larger chains in the area and were disappointed at the lack of flavor. We then tried Cantina Ixtaccihuatl and I can say this is the ONLY truly authentic Mexican restaurant in the area! Everything we have gotten has been fantastic and it is one of our favorite places to eat at.
M F
Little Tijuana!!!!
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
The Sybil
Cantina Ixtaccíhuatl
I was less than a mile down the road and left a less than authentic Mexican experience at Sonora Mexican Grille. The bad margarita was more than too much. Upon arriving I was met by an eclectic ambiance. There is a retail space at the entrance. Clothes hang on a rack and a Christmas tree is in the corner that mists be 18 feet tall. It is bedeck in American flags and other red, white and blue ornaments. I was greeted by a young g man who felt like he was in his teens. Two small children sat at the bar, they climbed down to play after I was instructed to seat myself. They played on a scooter type toy. A pool table was the altar for a lone watermelon in another corner behind the wooden enclosure that felt like a living space. Not sure what it was, but a curtain covered the entrance to the enclosure. Ceiling fans whirling are moving air, but it is slightly warm - not uncomfortable, just noticeable. I informed Gilberto that I wanted an authentic margarita and we settled on a corona because the margarita is made with a mix. I wait for my food as I begin this review. The paper menu is still in development. This feels like an all-in-one restaurant. If ambiance is the goal, this is not your spot. I let Gilberto know that I am not in a hurry and I prefer well done fish. The fish is well done and seasoned. It was smaller than expected, but well done like I asked. The black beans are good. Everything was HOT! I had to wait a moment to let it cool. Well, I have eaten and the food was good enough to co we the check of a man who walked through the door to order to-go for himself and his wife. I sampled the margarita here as well. It was good — not overwhelmingly margarita mix. The restaurant feels like going to your grandma’s house and your little cousins are playing; abuela has all this stuff hanging out and family is everywhere. The little boy and girl playing make this feel like family for me. If you want a commercial dining experience, this is not the spot. If you want a family dining experience—home grown style, this is it. The food is good. Gilberto was attentive. The margarita was good. Should I find myself in/near Portsmouth again, this is my spot.
Nicholas Harris
Best Mexican food around. Home made and authentic.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Eman 42
Best Mexican place for hours, with an actual authentic menu. Absolute hidden gem.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Jeffrey Jones
Wasn't there...I seen your reply about my rating and not being there YET..It came up on my phone and rather than not rating it YET I wanted you to know I wasn't there and it wouldn't be fare to rate it with a higher rating. Again I haven't tried it YET but plan to in the future!!! If I'm still welcome??
Oscar Ruiz
The food was too bad, very cold and tasteless, I recommend not going to this place.
This little spot is definitely one of the best kept secrets in Portsmouth. I came back after a time spent on the west coast, and I really miss authentic Mexican food. This place hits the spot. Those street tacos are mind blowing.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Burrito, Taco, Chimichanga
Carly Tener
The BEST Mexican food around. Their quesadilla Birria is my absolute favorite!!! I’ve tried several Birria tacos but never quite as good as the one here. The food is very authentic and flavorful. The staff is very friendly and provide excellent service.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Quesadilla, Cheese Dip, Order Oaxaca Cheese
Chad Stiltner
Arguably, one of the city's best Mexican restaurants that you have never been to, but you should try immediately. Excellent food and service! If hot sauces are your flavor, ask about their homemade creations.
Atmosphere: 4
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Burrito
bernardo Ruiz
Grab Menudo, it was good, the tongue tacos are good, the tortillas were cold and broke, the Menudo was too expensive, a Plate $$$ 20+
Atmosphere: 3
Food: 4
Service: 3
Krysteen
Found this place purely by chance and it was an absolute delight! The food is traditional and delicious, everyone was friendly and attentive, and the murals are breathtaking. I will absolutely be back next time I'm in town, hidden gem!!
The service was great got what I was looking for it was nice atmosphere
Atmosphere: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Burrito, Cheese Dip, Chicken Fajitas
the birerrea is so good! brought my family and they loved it. Will definitely be back such friendly service. horchata is amazing
Amazing food, Amazing atmosphere, and amazing people. Just be patient with them being short staffed, it's worth the wait.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 4
We moved to this area from Chicagoland where you can find great Mexican food everywhere. When we moved, we tried the larger chains in the area and were disappointed at the lack of flavor. We then tried Cantina Ixtaccihuatl and I can say this is the ONLY truly authentic Mexican restaurant in the area! Everything we have gotten has been fantastic and it is one of our favorite places to eat at.
Little Tijuana!!!!
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Cantina Ixtaccíhuatl
I was less than a mile down the road and left a less than authentic Mexican experience at Sonora Mexican Grille. The bad margarita was more than too much.
Upon arriving I was met by an eclectic ambiance.
There is a retail space at the entrance. Clothes hang on a rack and a Christmas tree is in the corner that mists be 18 feet tall. It is bedeck in American flags and other red, white and blue ornaments.
I was greeted by a young g man who felt like he was in his teens.
Two small children sat at the bar, they climbed down to play after I was instructed to seat myself. They played on a scooter type toy.
A pool table was the altar for a lone watermelon in another corner behind the wooden enclosure that felt like a living space. Not sure what it was, but a curtain covered the entrance to the enclosure.
Ceiling fans whirling are moving air, but it is slightly warm - not uncomfortable, just noticeable.
I informed Gilberto that I wanted an authentic margarita and we settled on a corona because the margarita is made with a mix.
I wait for my food as I begin this review.
The paper menu is still in development.
This feels like an all-in-one restaurant. If ambiance is the goal, this is not your spot.
I let Gilberto know that I am not in a hurry and I prefer well done fish.
The fish is well done and seasoned. It was smaller than expected, but well done like I asked. The black beans are good.
Everything was HOT! I had to wait a moment to let it cool.
Well, I have eaten and the food was good enough to co we the check of a man who walked through the door to order to-go for himself and his wife.
I sampled the margarita here as well.
It was good — not overwhelmingly margarita mix.
The restaurant feels like going to your grandma’s house and your little cousins are playing; abuela has all this stuff hanging out and family is everywhere. The little boy and girl playing make this feel like family for me.
If you want a commercial dining experience, this is not the spot. If you want a family dining experience—home grown style, this is it.
The food is good.
Gilberto was attentive.
The margarita was good.
Should I find myself in/near Portsmouth again, this is my spot.
Best Mexican food around. Home made and authentic.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Best Mexican place for hours, with an actual authentic menu. Absolute hidden gem.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Wasn't there...I seen your reply about my rating and not being there YET..It came up on my phone and rather than not rating it YET I wanted you to know I wasn't there and it wouldn't be fare to rate it with a higher rating. Again I haven't tried it YET but plan to in the future!!! If I'm still welcome??
The food was too bad, very cold and tasteless, I recommend not going to this place.
Atmosphere: 1
Food: 1
Service: 1
Restaurantji Recommends
This little spot is definitely one of the best kept secrets in Portsmouth. I came back after a time spent on the west coast, and I really miss authentic Mexican food. This place hits the spot. Those street tacos are mind blowing.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Burrito, Taco, Chimichanga
The BEST Mexican food around. Their quesadilla Birria is my absolute favorite!!! I’ve tried several Birria tacos but never quite as good as the one here. The food is very authentic and flavorful. The staff is very friendly and provide excellent service.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Quesadilla, Cheese Dip, Order Oaxaca Cheese
Arguably, one of the city's best Mexican restaurants that you have never been to, but you should try immediately. Excellent food and service! If hot sauces are your flavor, ask about their homemade creations.
Atmosphere: 4
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Burrito
Grab Menudo, it was good, the tongue tacos are good, the tortillas were cold and broke, the Menudo was too expensive, a Plate $$$ 20+
Atmosphere: 3
Food: 4
Service: 3
Found this place purely by chance and it was an absolute delight! The food is traditional and delicious, everyone was friendly and attentive, and the murals are breathtaking. I will absolutely be back next time I'm in town, hidden gem!!
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
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