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The Mexican
The Mexican Cocina & Tequila Bar celebrates the heritage of restaurateur, Dennis Max and his Southern California roots with authentic "border-town" cuisine. East LA meets east Boca at Royal Palm Place
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61 Current Reviews
Summary of Diner Ratings & Reviews
Overall
(Very Good)
3.1
/
5
Rating Breakdown 61 reviews
5 stars
(7)
4 stars
(18)
3 stars
(17)
2 stars
(12)
1 star
(7)
Food
(Very Good)
3.2
/
5
Service
(Very Good)
3.2
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
3.5
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
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Diners classify this restaurant as:
- vibrant bar scene(23)
- great for outdoor dining(16)
- good for groups(14)
- neighborhood gem(14)
- hot spot(13)
- fit for foodies(9)
The Mexican Reviews List
Review 1 for The Mexican
Overall rating
(Good)
3
/
5
OpenTable Diner
Dined on 5/19/2013
Food
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Service
(Good)
3
/
5
Ambiance
(Good)
3
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
"The hostess had no interest in our arrival. Once we were seated, we waited, but the waiter was good and the food turned out to be excellent- good save."
Dined on 5/19/2013
Special Features: good for groups, great for outdoor dining, vibrant bar scene, kid-friendly
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Review 2 for The Mexican
Overall rating
(Poor)
1
/
5
closed
Food
(Poor)
1
/
5
Service
(Poor)
1
/
5
Ambiance
(Poor)
1
/
5
Noise Level
Quiet
"We booked a table through open table for lunch, but aparently no on told the Mexican because they were closed."
Dined on 5/17/2013
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Review 3 for The Mexican
Overall rating
(Fair)
2
/
5
Food
(Fair)
2
/
5
Service
(Good)
3
/
5
Ambiance
(Good)
3
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
"Guacamole was good but other dishes were just run of the mill."
Dined on 5/11/2013
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Review 4 for The Mexican
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
great place for fun and food
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
"A great time had by all - - - - this place is a winner - - - the manager makes sure the service is the best ! plus their happy hour is crazy!"
Dined on 04/12/2013
2010
Special Features: vibrant bar scene, good for groups, great for outdoor dining, neighborhood gem, hot spot
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Review 5 for The Mexican
Overall rating
(Good)
3
/
5
Dinner was just OK, not a
Food
(Good)
3
/
5
Service
(Good)
3
/
5
Ambiance
(Good)
3
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
"Dinner was just OK, not a great mexican restaurant, I expected upscale dining from a Max's restaurant located in Royal Palm Plaza, but this place really didn't have an identity. I prefer Baja Cafe for mexican food, authentic."
Dined on 04/26/2013
2009
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Review 6 for The Mexican
Overall rating
(Fair)
2
/
5
Was expecting a lot more from
Food
(Fair)
2
/
5
Service
(Good)
3
/
5
Ambiance
(Fair)
2
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
"Was expecting a lot more from a Max restaurant. Very basic Mexican food nothing special or authentic."
Dined on 04/23/2013
2009
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Review 7 for The Mexican
Overall rating
(Fair)
2
/
5
Second time there. Won't go
Food
(Fair)
2
/
5
Service
(Good)
3
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"Second time there. Won't go back"
Dined on 04/20/2013
2013
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Review 8 for The Mexican
Overall rating
(Poor)
1
/
5
Disappointing Food and Service.
Food
(Fair)
2
/
5
Service
(Poor)
1
/
5
Ambiance
(Fair)
2
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
"My husband and I went Saturday evening for 6pm. Happy Hour is stated on their website with the following information-
4-7 pm EVERYDAY, 1/2 price appetizers and $5 House Margaritas. We got to the restaurant and were told we could only sit at certain tables in order to qualify for Happy Hour specials. In addition, we were told the website was wrong and no longer are $5 Margaritas offered they are buy 1 get 1 (I only wanted 1).
4-7 pm EVERYDAY, 1/2 price appetizers and $5 House Margaritas. We got to the restaurant and were told we could only sit at certain tables in order to qualify for Happy Hour specials. In addition, we were told the website was wrong and no longer are $5 Margaritas offered they are buy 1 get 1 (I only wanted 1).
Food arrived and was mediocre. My husband had steak fajitas and I had a seafood enchilada. We ordered chicken fajitas for take-out for our son (hoping it may be better). We arrived home and they had forgotten to put the tortillas in for the fajitas- great for $15.00. Food and service disappointing.
J. Bat"
J. Bat"
Dined on 04/20/2013
2012
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Review 9 for The Mexican
Overall rating
(Fair)
2
/
5
It changed for the worse
Food
(Fair)
2
/
5
Service
(Good)
3
/
5
Ambiance
(Good)
3
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
"I had been to The Mexican twice before - and loved it. The concept was upscale Mexican, with interesting (more gourmet) takes on classic dishes. Unfortunately, the menu changed during the time between visit #2 and #3 - and now, the food is okay. It's a good bar, but no longer a good restaurant."
Dined on 04/19/2013
2009
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Review 10 for The Mexican
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Good Margarita's (little pricey).
Food
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Service
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Ambiance
(Good)
3
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
"Good Margarita's (little pricey). Very good tortilla soup. Recommend the vegetarian enchilada. Fresh Tacos and burritos."
Dined on 04/13/2013
2008
Special Features: vibrant bar scene, fit for foodies, good for groups
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Review 11 for The Mexican
Overall rating
(Fair)
2
/
5
Going down hill fast. Gets
Food
(Good)
3
/
5
Service
(Fair)
2
/
5
Ambiance
(Good)
3
/
5
Noise Level
Quiet
"Going down hill fast. Gets worse every time I go. I am done. Too bad because I really liked the food."
Dined on 04/08/2013
2005
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Review 12 for The Mexican
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Unusual eatery. Flavors are
Food
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Service
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
"Unusual eatery. Flavors are not particularly Mexican, more of a Latin flavor, but the food is nonetheless well seasoned and different enough to merit a return visit. Noise level is high but tolerable."
Dined on 03/30/2013
2010
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Review 13 for The Mexican
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Love Mexican food and it was
Food
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"Love Mexican food and it was very good!"
Dined on 03/29/2013
2008
Special Features: fit for foodies, neighborhood gem
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Review 14 for The Mexican
Overall rating
(Fair)
2
/
5
More for college kids
Food
(Fair)
2
/
5
Service
(Poor)
1
/
5
Ambiance
(Fair)
2
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"It's a great informal place for kids. The staff consists of young college kids who are more into socializing with each other than serving their guests. While the food is good, it ain't great. And the price is right. All they need to do is focus on the service and the place would be more enjoyable."
Dined on 03/29/2013
2004
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Review 15 for The Mexican
Overall rating
(Good)
3
/
5
This is our third trip to
Food
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Service
(Fair)
2
/
5
Ambiance
(Fair)
2
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"This is our third trip to The Mexican. The food is consistently very good. I love the steak fajitas. The menu keeps changing and the prices keep rising. They have taken my favorite jalapeno-infused tequila and watermelon drink off the menu. It was not busy when we ate here recently but the service was awful. We sat there for at least 5-10 minutes before they took our drink order and another 10 minutes before they could pour a glass of sangria and tell us they were out of a type of bottled Mexican beer. I really want to love this place. The food is great but we keep having spotty service. The prices are getting crazy--$25 for steak fajitas and $12 for their low grade margarita. I hope management can get this restaurant under control."
Dined on 03/21/2013
2005
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Review 16 for The Mexican
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Good Food Slow Service
Food
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Service
(Fair)
2
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"Having read the reviews we were prepared for good food and slow service. That is exactly what we got. We dined on a rainy Tuesday night at 6:30. The restaurant was almost empty with a only a few tables filled both inside and outside. The slow service could probably be attributed to the kitchen and not the wait staff, who seemed to be trying very hard. The chips and salsa were well done with 2 different salsas and tortillas that were not greasy. The chicken tacos were excellent with pulled chicken and sauteed onions perfectly prepared. The veggie enchilada was very cheesy but good."
Special Features: neighborhood gem
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Review 17 for The Mexican
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
It is well worth checking out.
Food
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
"This is the first time we have been to this restaurant and it was well worth going too. We had a great time. The appetizers and great and the dinner items are very good but not great. The service is excellent. It is overall a great place to unwind and have a great meal. We cant wait to go again."
Dined on 03/15/2013
2010
Special Features: fit for foodies, good for groups, great for outdoor dining, kid-friendly, late-night find, neighborhood gem, special occasion, great for lunch, hot spot
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Review 18 for The Mexican
Overall rating
(Good)
3
/
5
Very good food, but somewhat
Food
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Service
(Good)
3
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
"Very good food, but somewhat over priced. Very popular bar, very noisy. I think I should be 30 years younger to really appreciate The Mexican. One big complaint... Happy hour is available only in the bar area. You can't sit in a booth or regular table in the dining area ( which us right next to the bar) and have dinner and also have the benefit if happy hour prices."
Dined on 03/07/2013
2006
Special Features: vibrant bar scene, fit for foodies, good for groups, great for outdoor dining, neighborhood gem, hot spot
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Review 19 for The Mexican
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
The Mexican sparkles
Food
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
"Terrific food, try guacamole and steak special. A bit pricey, but worth it."
Dined on 03/09/2013
2007
Special Features: vibrant bar scene, great for lunch, hot spot
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Review 20 for The Mexican
Overall rating
(Good)
3
/
5
we really enjoyed our meal.
Food
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Service
(Fair)
2
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
"we really enjoyed our meal. the only drawback was the length of time we had to wait to get it. the waitress was very nice and tried to
be accomodating, but she could not rush the kitchen any faster. we ordered, got our salsa and chips right away and waited over an
hour to get our main courses."
be accomodating, but she could not rush the kitchen any faster. we ordered, got our salsa and chips right away and waited over an
hour to get our main courses."
Dined on 03/09/2013
2005
Special Features: fit for foodies, good for groups, great for outdoor dining, kid-friendly
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Review 21 for The Mexican
Overall rating
(Good)
3
/
5
Just ok
Food
(Good)
3
/
5
Service
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Ambiance
(Good)
3
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
"Server and host were very nice and we had a good time but the food was good not great. There are too many other Mexican restaurants that cost less than this and the food is better where I would spend my money."
Dined on 03/09/2013
2007
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Review 22 for The Mexican
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Great food and service. If
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
"Great food and service. If you are not in a rush and want great mexican this is the place to go. Yes the kitchen is very slow but the food is worth it. We have been there several times and always very good."
Dined on 03/09/2013
2008
Special Features: great for outdoor dining, neighborhood gem
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Review 23 for The Mexican
Overall rating
(Fair)
2
/
5
COULD'VE BEEN A CONTENDER
Food
(Good)
3
/
5
Service
(Poor)
1
/
5
Ambiance
(Fair)
2
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
"It's truly shameful when an establishment has the essential foundation -- the food -- where it needs to be, but the other elements of the dining experience are lacking. That's The Story for The Mexican. It hits with the food, but misses with service. The waitstaff seems to consist of inexperienced (and unfocused) college kids who are more concerned about having their side-conversations than attending to their customers. Could also excuse the dark, somewhat dingy, decor/interior, had it not been for the service lapses. (In a nutshell: reasonably priced, good Mexican fare, but service is in dire need of improvement.)"
Dined on 03/08/2013
2004
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Review 24 for The Mexican
Overall rating
(Good)
3
/
5
Tacos were good, but there
Food
(Good)
3
/
5
Service
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Quiet
"Tacos were good, but there was a sweetness that made them less than perfect. Veggie Enchilada was very good as was the guacamole. Service was excellent."
Dined on 02/25/2013
2006
Special Features: great for outdoor dining, neighborhood gem
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Review 25 for The Mexican
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Very fresh and tasty especially
Food
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Service
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"Very fresh and tasty especially for Mexican ."
Dined on 02/22/2013
2013
Special Features: neighborhood gem
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Review 26 for The Mexican
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
The Mexican is top notch Tex-Mex
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
"Having eaten in Tex-Mex restaurants all over the country, I can honestly say this is one of the best ever, outside of San Antonio. Their beef fajitas were the best I have ever had. There fresh made guacamole was to die for. If you are looking for an upscale Mex-Mex restaurant in the Boac Raton area, this will meet all your expectations."
Dined on 02/16/2013
2011
Special Features: vibrant bar scene, fit for foodies, great for brunch, kid-friendly
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Review 27 for The Mexican
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
god food and energetic wait
Food
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Service
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
"god food and energetic wait staff..."
Dined on 02/15/2013
2009
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Review 28 for The Mexican
Overall rating
(Good)
3
/
5
Service was really slow...and
Food
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Service
(Poor)
1
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"Service was really slow...and it wasn't because there were a lot of people there. It topo At least 15 minutes for someone to come over and say hi (and it was a manager who did if first because she saw us sitting there). My hot appetizer came out before my chips (which doesn't make any sense) and it took to long to get our to go box that we just left it. Service was just way too slow."
Dined on 02/14/2013
2013
Special Features: vibrant bar scene
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Review 29 for The Mexican
Overall rating
(Fair)
2
/
5
For a Max restaurant - the
Food
(Good)
3
/
5
Service
(Poor)
1
/
5
Ambiance
(Fair)
2
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"For a Max restaurant - the service was terrible. We ony had the guacamole which was good, the green salsa was great and the chicken quesadilla was also very good. But the service was so bad that after we ordered and ate our appetizers (from a server other than our server) we paid our check and left"
Dined on 02/17/2013
2011
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Review 30 for The Mexican
Overall rating
(Good)
3
/
5
Very noisey from Bar == guacamole
Food
(Good)
3
/
5
Service
(Good)
3
/
5
Ambiance
(Good)
3
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
"Very noisey from Bar == guacamole was okay not great -- margaritas were too sweet & too much ice in glass fajitas were good -- burritos did not come with rice & beans which you do get in most Mesican restaurants"
Dined on 02/08/2013
2007
Special Features: vibrant bar scene
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Review 31 for The Mexican
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
The Best
Food
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Good)
3
/
5
"We were a party of 8 and I was the only one who loves Mexican food. The guacamole made fresh in the "bus" came just the everybody wanted it with sides oh chipotle sauce and chopped jalapinio peppers to spice it up. The complimentary chips were fresh but the salsa needed a little spice. We consumed the pitcher of Margaritas quickly. Three of us had salmon mole verde and were licking our plates. The two who had the chicken did lick their plates. How can I describe the Mexican bread pudding we shared for dessert? Heavenly!!!!!!"
Dined on 02/11/2013
2005
Special Features: vibrant bar scene, fit for foodies, great for outdoor dining, neighborhood gem, great for lunch, hot spot
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Review 32 for The Mexican
Overall rating
(Good)
3
/
5
Four of us liked the atmosphere
Food
(Fair)
2
/
5
Service
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"Four of us liked the atmosphere very much. Three of us did not find our meals meeting our expectations of great Mexican food. One enjoyed her meal and took some home. One did not like the sauce that that tasted like barbecue sauce. We all are regular diners at Max's at Migner and we would try this new venue one more time. We all like spicey Mexican food, and that was lacking in our choices. Chips and Salsa and drinks were excellent. Server was very good too!"
Dined on 01/26/2013
2013
Special Features: vibrant bar scene
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Review 33 for The Mexican
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
The Mexican Rocks
Food
(Good)
3
/
5
Service
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
"enjoyed the food and get the guacamole. they had live music so that was great!"
Dined on 01/24/2013
2007
Special Features: vibrant bar scene, good for groups, great for outdoor dining, neighborhood gem, hot spot
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Ratings-Only Reviews for The Mexican
Based on the average of (28) ratings-only reviews
Overall
(Good)
3
/
5
1 out of 1 recommend this product
Food
(Good)
3
/
5
Service
(Very Good)
3.3
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
3.6
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic