I went there few days ago. Wanted to take my mom since it was one of my favorite restaurants. The place seems to have lost its charm. The waiter was not very attentive. The food was Ok , nothing extraordinary, in fact a bit overpriced for what it was. The place had a weird smell, like dirty carpet. Hopefully it was a bad day and not the new vibe for the restaurant. Seems like the place is run down overall, food, service , ambience. 2 stars place.
Elise Winters-Huete
This was the best meal of our long weekend from Austin. Exquisite food; the pork belly with vanilla, honey and fresh pear was to die for, and the black bean nachos with fried plantains were mouth watering!!
Marie Roman
Great sangria, personnel is very diverse and attentive, they make you feel like in “casa”. Atmosphere is great for going as a solo woman, neurodivergent folks or just a cozy date with your partner.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Guillermo Arguello
The food and service here were quite good. They have an Arroz Negro to die for, pretty good Queso Flameado, and an extensive wine list… Parking is a bit of a pain if you don’t want to spend $7 for valet; but, you get 2 hours free in the garage across the street. I’ll definitely be back to eat at El Mesón, even if it is a bit of a drive from my house. Well worth it!
Atmosphere: 4
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Queso Flameado
D Buck
Good food, service, location (except now parking fees), and value.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 4
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Paella Del Meson, Side Salad, Gambas Al Ajillo, Creme Brulee
Ana Villacis-Caballero
I stopped in to check out the menu and was pleased to find that they are a Cuban owned establishment! This immediately made me want to try almost every Cuban and Spanish dish on the menu but I had to restrain myself and start out small! ? ! I ordered a lunch special of the Picadillo with black beans, rice and fried plantain!! I’m must say I’m hooked!! This is the best Cuban food I’ve had since my childhood!! My late Cuban mother was an amazing cook and made many of the dishes on the menu!! El Meson is one of those places where you drop in and discover an hidden culinary treasure!! I plan to come back very soon!! Love this place!!!
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Krolt T.
Spectacular, every time we go we like it more and more. It reminds me of Spain and it takes me back to those times when I lived there. The best food in the world is in Spain...and this place represents it
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
E. Rios
Sunday night we had trouble with a restaurant that wouldn’t serve us because we walked in at 8:10 (8:14 by the time the hostess came to us). We decided to try El Meson. We asked if it would be ok with the kitchen and they welcomed us with open arms. El Meson is always comfort food but tonight it was just so particularly tasty and delicious. Thank you El Meson for making us feel at home!!! Shout out to our waiter Israel. Excellent service!!!
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Ramiro Fernandez
Tapas are not up to snuff. Tortilla was mostly big chunks of potato, little egg...very bad texture. Lamb meatballs were ok. Croquetas de jamón tasted not fresh and were soggy. Considering the high prices ($50 for the three tapas) definitely a bad value. Perhaps the Cuban and tex Mex are better, the restaurant was busy on a Friday night.
Food: 2
Service: 3
Suzy Queue
Thanks for making my birthday a good dining experience. The subtle music made it possible for my friend who forgot her hearing aids possible for us to converse. So many restaurants these days play music so loud you can't even talk to the person next to you. Service and attention were attentive. Not overbearing. Food - I didn't realize the scallops were wrapped in bacon so it made it too salty. We loved the lamb meatballs and shared. The shrimp with garlic was delicious. I ate the sauce from my friend's bowl. The sea bass with mashed potatoes was delicious. I will be back soon. Reviewer, go in the afternoon if you want a quiet and not crowded dining experience. My party of 4 spent 180. Tax and tip not included. 1 had a glass of wine.
A true gem. I literally go into town for their ropa vieja. In my opinion, the best in town. And there isn’t any second place worth eating after you try El Meson’s.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Terri McCulloch
Quiet, making it easy to talk to others at the table. The bacon-wrapped dates were a wonderful start, and I really enjoyed the lechon asado. My granddaughter got the salmon and loved it - moist and juicy.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
DavId Davies
Used to come here for years parking spaces are marked for the restaurant after we parked theywant us to move and pay for the valet.
Service: 1
Aura Maria Traslaviña
The food was delicious, the service was very good.
I went there few days ago. Wanted to take my mom since it was one of my favorite restaurants. The place seems to have lost its charm. The waiter was not very attentive. The food was Ok , nothing extraordinary, in fact a bit overpriced for what it was. The place had a weird smell, like dirty carpet. Hopefully it was a bad day and not the new vibe for the restaurant. Seems like the place is run down overall, food, service , ambience. 2 stars place.
This was the best meal of our long weekend from Austin. Exquisite food; the pork belly with vanilla, honey and fresh pear was to die for, and the black bean nachos with fried plantains were mouth watering!!
Great sangria, personnel is very diverse and attentive, they make you feel like in “casa”. Atmosphere is great for going as a solo woman, neurodivergent folks or just a cozy date with your partner.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
The food and service here were quite good. They have an Arroz Negro to die for, pretty good Queso Flameado, and an extensive wine list… Parking is a bit of a pain if you don’t want to spend $7 for valet; but, you get 2 hours free in the garage across the street. I’ll definitely be back to eat at El Mesón, even if it is a bit of a drive from my house. Well worth it!
Atmosphere: 4
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Queso Flameado
Good food, service, location (except now parking fees), and value.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 4
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Paella Del Meson, Side Salad, Gambas Al Ajillo, Creme Brulee
I stopped in to check out the menu and was pleased to find that they are a Cuban owned establishment! This immediately made me want to try almost every Cuban and Spanish dish on the menu but I had to restrain myself and start out small! ? ! I ordered a lunch special of the Picadillo with black beans, rice and fried plantain!! I’m must say I’m hooked!! This is the best Cuban food I’ve had since my childhood!! My late Cuban mother was an amazing cook and made many of the dishes on the menu!! El Meson is one of those places where you drop in and discover an hidden culinary treasure!! I plan to come back very soon!! Love this place!!!
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Spectacular, every time we go we like it more and more. It reminds me of Spain and it takes me back to those times when I lived there. The best food in the world is in Spain...and this place represents it
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Sunday night we had trouble with a restaurant that wouldn’t serve us because we walked in at 8:10 (8:14 by the time the hostess came to us). We decided to try El Meson. We asked if it would be ok with the kitchen and they welcomed us with open arms. El Meson is always comfort food but tonight it was just so particularly tasty and delicious. Thank you El Meson for making us feel at home!!! Shout out to our waiter Israel. Excellent service!!!
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Tapas are not up to snuff. Tortilla was mostly big chunks of potato, little egg...very bad texture. Lamb meatballs were ok. Croquetas de jamón tasted not fresh and were soggy. Considering the high prices ($50 for the three tapas) definitely a bad value. Perhaps the Cuban and tex Mex are better, the restaurant was busy on a Friday night.
Food: 2
Service: 3
Thanks for making my birthday a good dining experience. The subtle music made it possible for my friend who forgot her hearing aids possible for us to converse. So many restaurants these days play music so loud you can't even talk to the person next to you. Service and attention were attentive. Not overbearing. Food - I didn't realize the scallops were wrapped in bacon so it made it too salty. We loved the lamb meatballs and shared. The shrimp with garlic was delicious. I ate the sauce from my friend's bowl. The sea bass with mashed potatoes was delicious. I will be back soon. Reviewer, go in the afternoon if you want a quiet and not crowded dining experience. My party of 4 spent 180. Tax and tip not included. 1 had a glass of wine.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 4
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Fish
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Great place tapas are incredible
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 4
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Queso Flameado
A true gem. I literally go into town for their ropa vieja. In my opinion, the best in town. And there isn’t any second place worth eating after you try El Meson’s.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Quiet, making it easy to talk to others at the table. The bacon-wrapped dates were a wonderful start, and I really enjoyed the lechon asado. My granddaughter got the salmon and loved it - moist and juicy.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Used to come here for years parking spaces are marked for the restaurant after we parked theywant us to move and pay for the valet.
Service: 1
The food was delicious, the service was very good.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
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