Was a great experience! My food (Al pastor tacos) was delish. As well as my watermelon margarita. Our server, Leah, was very nice as well. Only reason she’s getting 4 stars out of 5 is didn’t come check on us for a long time to pay our bill. Small but mighty spot to try in old town F-burg. Worth it!
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 4
Michael Johnson
Agave is a top notch bar located in the heart of downtown old Fredericksburg. Margaritas were top shelf. Ask for Ruben, best server in the house. Carne asada was cooked to perfection. We will definitely be back for more!
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Siedah Israel
The food was honestly amazing—no complaints there! The portions were just right, and everything we ordered tasted fresh and flavorful. I also enjoyed my margarita, but for the price, I expected it to be served in a traditional margarita glass, not a regular one.
Unfortunately, the overall experience was disappointing due to the poor customer service. From the moment we walked in, the staff seemed unwelcoming and inattentive. It took 10 minutes just to receive water—without lemon—while a couple seated after us were promptly given water with lemon and chips and salsa without even asking. Our order wasn’t taken for 25 minutes (yes, I timed it), while that same couple was asked if they were ready to order almost immediately.
Our server lacked warmth and attentiveness throughout the visit. He took our order in a flat tone, didn’t serve our food or drinks, and only returned at the end to abruptly ask if we wanted another drink since the bar was doing last call. My husband politely declined and asked for the check, which was brought—but the server never returned. Eventually, my husband had to go up front to pay, something we didn’t see anyone else have to do.
It was honestly disheartening. We eat Mexican food often as a family of seven, and my husband and I were just looking for a quiet, intimate night out for the two of us. This could’ve been a great spot, but the lack of hospitality ruined it. Even the host who greeted us was cold, yet we still tried to give the place a chance.
I left feeling sad—not just because of the poor service, but because it truly felt like we were being treated differently, and I can’t help but wonder why. Especially on a day when I had just gone through something traumatic, my husband brought me out hoping to lift my spirits. That made the experience sting even more.
Please do better. Every customer deserves to be treated with kindness—you never know what they may be carrying when they walk through your doors.
Atmosphere: 3
Food: 5
Service: 1
Gail Miccio
I ate here during a very busy time, restaurant week. The food was good and generous. The service was excellent! I highly recommend it for casual dining.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Vanessa Davis
If I could leave 10 stars I would! Great food and drinks. Can't wait to go back.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Jean
It smells strongly of Lysol and the bathroom smells moldy.
Richard Mayer
Great food and drinks. My favorite Mexican in town.
Atmosphere: 4
Food: 5
Service: 5
Gretchen Grindle
We had great food here! In particular the molcajete was a unique and delicious dish
Atmosphere: 4
Food: 5
Service: 4
Ike Forrester
Super busy on a Friday night, told we'd have a 30 minute wait got a text to come in within 15, server Kevin was incredibly professional and knowledgeable.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Tom Laiacona
Extremely loud. Very difficult to have a conversation
The service was excellent. The food was delicious however the Pina Loca only 3 shrimps. I ordered it because I thought it was shrimp dish due being the first meat listed. It was more other meats not sure what those meats were. I would have loved more veggies or pineapples on this dish.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 4
Service: 5
Shasta Faison
Best Mexican place my husband and I have been to in a very long time. HIGHLY RECOMMEND. Great service and food.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Ann R.
Authentic Mexican food. The margarita flight and chicken empanadas are top notch. Clean and fast service. Love the historical building.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Inga Smith
Food and drinks were fantastic!!. Strongly recommend ordering drinks asap as it may take up to 20 min to get. My husband and I have eaten there 3x and the wait for drinks was long!
Was a great experience! My food (Al pastor tacos) was delish. As well as my watermelon margarita. Our server, Leah, was very nice as well. Only reason she’s getting 4 stars out of 5 is didn’t come check on us for a long time to pay our bill. Small but mighty spot to try in old town F-burg. Worth it!
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 4
Agave is a top notch bar located in the heart of downtown old Fredericksburg. Margaritas were top shelf. Ask for Ruben, best server in the house. Carne asada was cooked to perfection. We will definitely be back for more!
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
The food was honestly amazing—no complaints there! The portions were just right, and everything we ordered tasted fresh and flavorful. I also enjoyed my margarita, but for the price, I expected it to be served in a traditional margarita glass, not a regular one.
Unfortunately, the overall experience was disappointing due to the poor customer service. From the moment we walked in, the staff seemed unwelcoming and inattentive. It took 10 minutes just to receive water—without lemon—while a couple seated after us were promptly given water with lemon and chips and salsa without even asking. Our order wasn’t taken for 25 minutes (yes, I timed it), while that same couple was asked if they were ready to order almost immediately.
Our server lacked warmth and attentiveness throughout the visit. He took our order in a flat tone, didn’t serve our food or drinks, and only returned at the end to abruptly ask if we wanted another drink since the bar was doing last call. My husband politely declined and asked for the check, which was brought—but the server never returned. Eventually, my husband had to go up front to pay, something we didn’t see anyone else have to do.
It was honestly disheartening. We eat Mexican food often as a family of seven, and my husband and I were just looking for a quiet, intimate night out for the two of us. This could’ve been a great spot, but the lack of hospitality ruined it. Even the host who greeted us was cold, yet we still tried to give the place a chance.
I left feeling sad—not just because of the poor service, but because it truly felt like we were being treated differently, and I can’t help but wonder why. Especially on a day when I had just gone through something traumatic, my husband brought me out hoping to lift my spirits. That made the experience sting even more.
Please do better. Every customer deserves to be treated with kindness—you never know what they may be carrying when they walk through your doors.
Atmosphere: 3
Food: 5
Service: 1
I ate here during a very busy time, restaurant week. The food was good and generous. The service was excellent! I highly recommend it for casual dining.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
If I could leave 10 stars I would! Great food and drinks. Can't wait to go back.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
It smells strongly of Lysol and the bathroom smells moldy.
Great food and drinks. My favorite Mexican in town.
Atmosphere: 4
Food: 5
Service: 5
We had great food here! In particular the molcajete was a unique and delicious dish
Atmosphere: 4
Food: 5
Service: 4
Super busy on a Friday night, told we'd have a 30 minute wait got a text to come in within 15, server Kevin was incredibly professional and knowledgeable.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Extremely loud. Very difficult to have a conversation
Atmosphere: 1
Food: 5
Service: 5
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Food is average, service is below average.
Atmosphere: 3
Food: 3
Service: 2
The service was excellent. The food was delicious however the Pina Loca only 3 shrimps. I ordered it because I thought it was shrimp dish due being the first meat listed. It was more other meats not sure what those meats were. I would have loved more veggies or pineapples on this dish.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 4
Service: 5
Best Mexican place my husband and I have been to in a very long time. HIGHLY RECOMMEND. Great service and food.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Authentic Mexican food. The margarita flight and chicken empanadas are top notch. Clean and fast service. Love the historical building.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Food and drinks were fantastic!!. Strongly recommend ordering drinks asap as it may take up to 20 min to get. My husband and I have eaten there 3x and the wait for drinks was long!
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 2
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