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Meso Maya - Downtown Dallas
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Meso Maya provides a culinary adventure into the fresh, earthy and bold flavors
That are the heart and soul of Mayan and Mexican cuisine.
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Meso Maya provides a culinary adventure into the fresh, earthy and bold flavors
That are the heart and soul of Mayan and Mexican cuisine.
151 Current Reviews
Summary of Diner Ratings & Reviews
Overall
(Outstanding)
4.2
/
5
Rating Breakdown 151 reviews
5 stars
(65)
4 stars
(65)
3 stars
(15)
2 stars
(5)
1 star
(1)
Food
(Outstanding)
4.3
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
4.2
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
4.1
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
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Diners classify this restaurant as:
- great for outdoor dining(78)
- neighborhood gem(74)
- good for groups(66)
- fit for foodies(57)
- hot spot(47)
- great for lunch(32)
Meso Maya - Downtown Dallas Reviews List
Review 1 for Meso Maya - Downtown Dallas
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Great!
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
"A great FIND! Loved it ... a "go to" again and again."
Dined on 5/17/2013
Special Features: fit for foodies, good for groups, great for outdoor dining, vibrant bar scene, great for brunch, late-night find, neighborhood gem, hot spot, great for lunch, special occasion
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Review 2 for Meso Maya - Downtown Dallas
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
MMM-WHO?
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"SERVICE - FOOD - ATMOSPHERE --- 5 stars compared to the M-C R A P places in Uptown!"
Dined on 5/18/2013
Special Features: great for outdoor dining, neighborhood gem, hot spot, special occasion
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Review 3 for Meso Maya - Downtown Dallas
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"I took my wife out for a romantic dinner and was not disappointed. We both had a wonderful meal. We were able to carry a conversation and didn't have to ask the waiter for anything. Recommend the carne asada it was amazing. My wife loved the cucumber magarita."
Dined on 5/11/2013
Special Features: romantic, special occasion
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Review 4 for Meso Maya - Downtown Dallas
Overall rating
(Good)
3
/
5
Food
(Good)
3
/
5
Service
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"Very nice courtyard. OK food & drinks. Good place to go with a group after work."
Dined on 5/13/2013
Special Features: great for outdoor dining, neighborhood gem
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Review 5 for Meso Maya - Downtown Dallas
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
A new favorite
Food
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Service
(Good)
3
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
"Good food, good margaritas, good location, good patio! This is one of our new favorites!!!
Only negatives: Services was a little slow.....but we think it was because they were so busy with Mother's Day! Their salsa has a weird consistency and was not spicy. :(
We look forward to going back!"
Dined on 5/12/2013
Special Features: good for groups, great for outdoor dining, great for brunch, kid-friendly, neighborhood gem
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Review 6 for Meso Maya - Downtown Dallas
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
My favorite new downtown restaurant
Food
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Service
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
"The food is fantastic, the service is phenomenal and the courtyard is the perfect setting for a great night out. Surprisingly affordable as well. Its place between the new Perot Museum and Klyde Warren Park ensure guests have plenty to do before or after their meal."
Dined on 5/11/2013
Special Features: good for groups, great for outdoor dining, romantic, scenic view, late-night find, neighborhood gem, hot spot
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Review 7 for Meso Maya - Downtown Dallas
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Great food and atmosphere!
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Good)
3
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
"This is not your typical Tex-Mex. Much better quality food. This is our second time and just as good as the first! Be sure to make a reservation on the weekends. The only complaint is that being a Saturday night and crowded, they served the entre faster than previously and before we had a chance to begin to finish our queso. It was obvious they were trying to turn the tables faster than 1 hour. Also, when I ordered a Mexican Martini (really good), the waiter said he usually does those on the rocks. If I wanted it on the rocks, I would have ordered it that way!"
Dined on 5/11/2013
Special Features: fit for foodies, good for groups, vibrant bar scene, great for outdoor dining, neighborhood gem, hot spot
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Review 8 for Meso Maya - Downtown Dallas
Overall rating
(Good)
3
/
5
Yum!
Food
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Service
(Good)
3
/
5
Ambiance
(Good)
3
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"My boyfriend and I went out here for a date and it was delicious! The queso is to die for and Ive never had better homemade corn tortillas. Absolutely delicious."
Dined on 5/07/2013
Special Features: romantic
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Review 9 for Meso Maya - Downtown Dallas
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Great double date!
Food
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Service
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
"Brisket queso was amazing! Try it out! Margs and chips are great as well which is always key at a Mexican/TexMex restaurant!"
Dined on 5/03/2013
Special Features: good for groups, great for outdoor dining, hot spot
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Review 10 for Meso Maya - Downtown Dallas
Overall rating
(Poor)
1
/
5
A LOT of Kinks
Food
(Fair)
2
/
5
Service
(Poor)
1
/
5
Ambiance
(Fair)
2
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
"Still working out the kinks here. One of the worst experiences I've had. I asked for waters for the table and 15 minutes later when our waiter returned he did not have the waters. When I asked why, he said they're just very busy. Wow."
Dined on 5/03/2013
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Review 11 for Meso Maya - Downtown Dallas
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
An outstanding place
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
"Meso Mayo is one of the best restaurants in Dallas and Im happy they finally opened one close to uptown.
The food is creative but still very authentic, fresh and full of flavor. The service is very nice and fast.
Dont forget to try the avocado margarita :)"
The food is creative but still very authentic, fresh and full of flavor. The service is very nice and fast.
Dont forget to try the avocado margarita :)"
Dined on 5/02/2013
Special Features: fit for foodies, good for groups, great for outdoor dining, neighborhood gem, great for lunch
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Review 12 for Meso Maya - Downtown Dallas
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Yummy Mexican food
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
"We love the flavors at Meso Maya - house made corn tortillas, lime, avocado, tender meats. They don't rely on heat or heavy amounts of cheese or fats for their flavor, just well made food with good tastes on their own. The salsa provided at the beginning of the meal has a roasted flavor and has been hot on some visits and a little milder on other ones. I highly recommend the tacos, but also the tortas are excellent."
Dined on 5/01/2013
Special Features: fit for foodies, good for groups, great for outdoor dining, neighborhood gem, hot spot, great for lunch
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Review 13 for Meso Maya - Downtown Dallas
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
A great addition in the burgeoning
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
"A great addition in the burgeoning Arts District in the sector near the fabulous new Perot Museum and across the freeway from downtown Dallas, Meso Maya is a lively venue with a gorgeous enclosed outdoor dining patio. Our second visit was just as good as our first, with wonderful chips and salsa, and a wide variety of Yucatan-based menu items and daily specials. Located in the building that formerly housed one of Dallas' oldest tortilla factories, Meso Maya is a good option pre-theater or pre-event. Just tell your waitperson if you have a curtain time."
Dined on 04/28/2013
2009
Special Features: good for groups, great for outdoor dining, neighborhood gem, hot spot
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Review 14 for Meso Maya - Downtown Dallas
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Our group of six had a wonderful
Food
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Service
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
"Our group of six had a wonderful time. The food and service were great, and we were all very pleasantly surprised by the solid cocktail list. Recommended!"
Dined on 04/27/2013
2008
Special Features: vibrant bar scene, fit for foodies, good for groups, great for outdoor dining, hot spot
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Review 15 for Meso Maya - Downtown Dallas
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
The food was fresh and delicious,
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
"The food was fresh and delicious, the service great. Loved their margaritas. Got the patio table we requested on open tables for the six of us ."
Dined on 04/27/2013
2011
Special Features: fit for foodies, good for groups, great for outdoor dining
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Review 16 for Meso Maya - Downtown Dallas
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Food is very good - not your
Food
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Service
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Ambiance
(Fair)
2
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
"Food is very good - not your typical mexican food options which is very nice for change. It is noisy to eat inside but there is a great outdoor patio with lots of seating and generally not too noisy - unless you are sitting at the tables closest to the indoor dining by the windows. They have speakers and TVs mounted under the eaves which are little noisy. I noticed that within 5 minutes of our waiter picking up our payment for our meal, the volume on the speaker by our table increased noticeably - so much that we could no longer hear the person next to us talking. I guess this is a way of encouraging you to free up a table after you have paid."
Dined on 04/27/2013
2012
Special Features: great for outdoor dining
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Review 17 for Meso Maya - Downtown Dallas
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Dining on the patio at Meso Maya
Food
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Service
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Quiet
"Meso Maya is a delightful restaurant with a wonderful outdoor patio, delicious food and a warm and inviting wait staff. We loved the food, especially the Queso Fundido appetizer. The warm melted cheese is nothing like "queso" you get at a Tex-Mex restaurant. The white melted cheese is rich with sauted peppers, carmelized onions and chunks of flavorful chorizo. It is served in a little cast iron dish with warm corn tortillas. Yum! I could have eaten only that and been very happy!. Standout entrees included Cochinita Pibil and Budin Azteca de carne. Our waitress Abigail was great! Thanks for a great evening"
Dined on 04/27/2013
2010
Special Features: fit for foodies, great for outdoor dining, neighborhood gem
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Review 18 for Meso Maya - Downtown Dallas
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
A Great Addition for Downtown
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
"We loved it! Authentic moles, delicious food, tasty Margaritas, and great service despite the crowd mean we are looking forward to returning. The weather was perfect for patio seating. The hostess even followed through on turning the music down a tad. Nothing worse than not being able to hear your dining companions. I wish you the best. Meso Maya is a great addition for downtown."
Dined on 04/26/2013
2008
Special Features: fit for foodies, great for outdoor dining, neighborhood gem, great for lunch, hot spot
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Review 19 for Meso Maya - Downtown Dallas
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Greater server and excellent
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Good)
3
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
"Greater server and excellent food."
Dined on 04/23/2013
2007
Special Features: fit for foodies, neighborhood gem
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Review 20 for Meso Maya - Downtown Dallas
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Very satisfied. Exceptional
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
"Very satisfied. Exceptional service, food and drinks. I've been a couple times, with a large party and as a date and it worke out incredibly well. Fast service with quality food and a great atmosphere... Can't really ask for much more than that."
Dined on 04/20/2013
2007
Special Features: fit for foodies, good for groups, great for outdoor dining, romantic
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Review 21 for Meso Maya - Downtown Dallas
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
We had a wonderful meal outside
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
"We had a wonderful meal outside in the courtyard. The service could not have been better, the food was very good and the setting lovely. My only note of caution is that, walking through the inside of the restaurant to get to the car, the noise level was more than energetic. People seemed to be enjoying themselves but if you prefer a quieter environment, try sitting outside."
Dined on 04/19/2013
2006
Special Features: great for outdoor dining
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Review 22 for Meso Maya - Downtown Dallas
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Excellent service and a great
Food
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Service
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
"Excellent service and a great menu. I've eaten here about 4-5 times, both at lunch and at dinner during the week. Everything I've tried has been good. The staff appears to be glad you are there, which is more than I can say about some restaurants. Love the beet salad!"
Dined on 04/17/2013
2010
Special Features: fit for foodies, great for outdoor dining, neighborhood gem, great for lunch
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Review 23 for Meso Maya - Downtown Dallas
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Second time daring here. Food
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Good)
3
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"Second time daring here. Food and service have been excellent."
Dined on 04/17/2013
2011
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Review 24 for Meso Maya - Downtown Dallas
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Awesome food!
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"It is hard to believe that this place is downtown. When you walk in the doors, it is easy to leave the day behind you and enjoy the great food and ambiance that is provided here. Be sure to try the avocado margarita!"
Dined on 04/17/2013
2011
Special Features: fit for foodies, great for outdoor dining, neighborhood gem, romantic, special occasion, hot spot
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Review 25 for Meso Maya - Downtown Dallas
Overall rating
(Good)
3
/
5
We are big fans of the Preston-Fore
Food
(Good)
3
/
5
Service
(Good)
3
/
5
Ambiance
(Good)
3
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"We are big fans of the Preston-Forest location, and this was our first visit downtown. We found the food to be a little less wonderful than at the North Dallas location - it arrived cold, and the presentation was sloppy. The server seemed very eager to sell us more drinks every time he passed the table, but he never brought us the guacamole we had ordered."
Dined on 04/12/2013
2007
Special Features: good for groups, great for outdoor dining
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Review 26 for Meso Maya - Downtown Dallas
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Enjoy An Evening on the Patio
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
"The staff and service at Meso Maya is always spot on. Very helpful with menu selections anda great selection of must try cocktails. Welcome to the neighborhood Meso!!"
Dined on 04/13/2013
2007
Special Features: fit for foodies, good for groups, great for outdoor dining, neighborhood gem, hot spot
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Review 27 for Meso Maya - Downtown Dallas
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Try it!!!!
Food
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
"I'm writing a review after two visits within a month. My husband, kids and I have had our longtime "go to" Mexican restaurants in DFW...never venturing out. It just happened that a month ago we were in the area of Meso Maya Downtown and decided to try it out... What a great find!!!!! Just took my husband's mother and aunt there who were visiting from out of town. I can't give this place enough positive comments...just love everything about it!! The patio is one of the best in the city...so serene and beautiful with well positioned TV's for sports! The service staff is amazing... in both of our visits our waiter was not obtrusive but so very helpful with suggestions! Try it...you won't be disappointed!"
Dined on 04/06/2013
2007
Special Features: good for groups, great for outdoor dining, kid-friendly, neighborhood gem
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Review 28 for Meso Maya - Downtown Dallas
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
This place was great. Good
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"This place was great. Good food and ambiance."
Dined on 04/05/2013
2012
Special Features: great for outdoor dining, hot spot
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Review 29 for Meso Maya - Downtown Dallas
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Great Experience
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"Great experience, the food was wonderful. We particularly liked our server. He was the best we have had in a while.
We will be back."
We will be back."
Dined on 04/02/2013
2008
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Review 30 for Meso Maya - Downtown Dallas
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
I Found The Right Place This Time!
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Quiet
"My wife asked me to pick a restaurant to go to before we went to the Mint Condition concert. Now I usually let her pick the restaurant because she's a"Foodie" and I'm not. But reluctantly I decided to. The atmosphere was very pleasant and there weren't too many people due to it being early. So we asked to be seated on the patio which was done with no problem. Our hostess also recommended the avocado margarita, which my wife loved so much she had 2, and the Molotes. I had the Conchinita Pibil and my wife had the Carne Asada. I also had a La Flaca and a long Island Iced Tea. Needless to say we enjoyed ourselves VERY MUCH and will be returning! The best part was hearing my wife say "I picked a good one!""
Dined on 03/29/2013
2013
Special Features: good for groups, great for outdoor dining, late-night find, neighborhood gem, romantic, hot spot
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Review 31 for Meso Maya - Downtown Dallas
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Take your clients to Meso Maya!
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
"I have been to Meso Maya (often incorectly called Maya Mesa)for lunch 4 times. It has become a regular business lunch location for me and my team. Outstanding food and service are key to a good business lunch."
Dined on 03/26/2013
2006
Special Features: vibrant bar scene, fit for foodies, great for outdoor dining, kid-friendly, neighborhood gem, great for lunch, hot spot
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Review 32 for Meso Maya - Downtown Dallas
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Nice addition to Dallas, upscale
Food
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Service
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
"Nice addition to Dallas, upscale Mexican without an outrageous price. Interesting food and drinks."
Dined on 03/22/2013
2009
Special Features: fit for foodies, neighborhood gem
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Review 33 for Meso Maya - Downtown Dallas
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Great!
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
"Great food, incredible avocado margaritas!"
Dined on 03/08/2013
2012
Special Features: good for groups, neighborhood gem, romantic
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Review 34 for Meso Maya - Downtown Dallas
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Meso Maya is an amazing restaurant!
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"Meso Maya is an amazing restaurant! I checked out reviews from Yelp, TripAdvisor, and Open Table - and all had great things to say about this gem. But the experience was even better. From the avocado margaritas (think refreshing) to the sumptuous dishes - and then to the blueberry cake with Mexican ice cream, the dinner was fantastic. And yes, the plantains and carne asada were to die for!"
Dined on 03/16/2013
2004
Special Features: fit for foodies, good for groups, great for outdoor dining, late-night find, neighborhood gem, special occasion
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Review 35 for Meso Maya - Downtown Dallas
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Our 1st Valentine's Day Together
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Good)
3
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"I chose Meso Maya from Open Table and all of the researched web reviews, to share our (my "new Suitor" and my) 1st Valentine's Day together. The restaurant surpassed any and all expectations I could ever have envisioned!!!
The waitstaff was OUTSTANDING and the food was plentiful; reasonably priced; and absolutely AMAZING!! Both of us are still having wonderful 'flashbacks' over a month later!! TNC P.S. - Try the seafood enchiladas with a top off of bread pudding...."
Dined on 02/14/2013
2009
Special Features: fit for foodies, great for outdoor dining, romantic, special occasion, hot spot
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Review 36 for Meso Maya - Downtown Dallas
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Authentic Mexican cuisine in Dallas
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
"Authentic cuisine, Excellent Service, affordable prices - definitely worth trying. I had the best Chili Rellenos accompanied with incredible short ribs (not any fat whatsoever!!!) potatoes and white rice. Large portion! Enchiladas with beef brisket all the way through the enchilada - all meat that melts in the mouth. Affordable wines. Huge marguerite/Tequila and cocktail list and many beers by the bottle. Out door seating as well."
Dined on 03/15/2013
2008
Special Features: vibrant bar scene, fit for foodies, good for groups, great for outdoor dining, neighborhood gem
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Review 37 for Meso Maya - Downtown Dallas
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
They have perhaps the best
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
"They have perhaps the best salsa I have ever dipped a chip in! All the food was excellent. Although they have gourmet versions of enchiladas and the usual TexMex it is their more creative dishes that are the draw. Conchita pibil was my fav."
Dined on 03/09/2013
2009
Special Features: fit for foodies, neighborhood gem, hot spot
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Review 38 for Meso Maya - Downtown Dallas
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
The food was excellent, well
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
"The food was excellent, well presented and very flavorful with a varied drink menu including some very unique takes on margaritas. The ambiance was lively, but was a bit loud for causal conversation."
Dined on 03/09/2013
2011
Special Features: fit for foodies, good for groups, kid-friendly, neighborhood gem, hot spot
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Review 39 for Meso Maya - Downtown Dallas
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
This was our second visit
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Ambiance
(Good)
3
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"This was our second visit to Meso Maya, and it did not disappoint. My salmon with coconut rice and grilled veggies was delicious! Our server was attentive and knowledgable about the menu."
Dined on 03/05/2013
2007
Special Features: great for outdoor dining, great for lunch
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Review 40 for Meso Maya - Downtown Dallas
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Meso Maya has very good Mexican
Food
(Good)
3
/
5
Service
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
"Meso Maya has very good Mexican dishes. This is not a Tex-Mex place, so keep that in mind and go next door to El Fenix if you want fajitas. I had garlic shrimp with rice, which was very flavorful. Margaritas were great, and they had many variations to choose from. Can't wait to try out the patio."
Dined on 03/02/2013
2004
Special Features: good for groups, great for outdoor dining, neighborhood gem, hot spot
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Review 41 for Meso Maya - Downtown Dallas
Overall rating
(Fair)
2
/
5
I give it a B
Food
(Good)
3
/
5
Service
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Ambiance
(Poor)
1
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
"My pork chop was excellent, but the sauce on which it was placed was simply weird. It didn't seem to be either a spicy sauce or a cooling sauce- just liquid. But the chop itself was moist and well-cooked (my favorite part of the meal). I will say the guacamole now challenges Chipotle which has, until Friday night, had the superlative best guac. Now there's a race!
My least favorite part of this experience was the noise. Do not go here if you want to have a conversation with your guests/family/date/lover. It's a popular place (for now, afterall it is Dallas), but the noise is unbecomming. The restaurant is dark, should you have vision difficulty."
Dined on 03/01/2013
2011
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Review 42 for Meso Maya - Downtown Dallas
Overall rating
(Good)
3
/
5
We were excited about trying
Food
(Good)
3
/
5
Service
(Good)
3
/
5
Ambiance
(Good)
3
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
"We were excited about trying after reading several reviews, but in general we agreed there was really nothing special. The guacamole was OK, not great. My shrimp enchiladas were good, but nothing special. The beans and rice were tasteless. I mean really not good. On the positive side, my wife's appetizer ceviche was very good. The frozen margarita? Not even up to El Chico standards. Mexican martini? Good, but for $12, just not worth it. Her "authentic" Cuban mojito? How do you make a mojito with no mint leaves? So, while the service was OK, the ambience OK, food, OK. No reason to return."
Dined on 02/27/2013
2008
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Review 43 for Meso Maya - Downtown Dallas
Overall rating
(Good)
3
/
5
Appetizer was great. Fried
Food
(Good)
3
/
5
Service
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
"Appetizer was great. Fried stuffed chili was fair."
Dined on 02/23/2013
2010
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Review 44 for Meso Maya - Downtown Dallas
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
We had wonderful, prompt service
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
"We had wonderful, prompt service and the food was great! Everyone raved about their meal. We will definitely return."
Dined on 02/21/2013
2009
Special Features: fit for foodies, good for groups
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Review 45 for Meso Maya - Downtown Dallas
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Can't wait for return visit...
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Good)
3
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"The molotes were unique and tasty. The carne asada was flavorful and perfectly cooked. Food service was prompt and courteous. Will definitely be returning!"
Dined on 02/23/2013
2005
Special Features: neighborhood gem
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Review 46 for Meso Maya - Downtown Dallas
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Loved the moletes appetizer,
Food
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Service
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
"Loved the moletes appetizer, Conchita Pibil pork and the garlic shrimp. Fresh tastes and hearty servings. Went early on a Saturday and by 6:30pm the place was packed, so make a reservation! We will return to try other intriguing menu items."
Dined on 02/23/2013
2005
Special Features: hot spot
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Review 47 for Meso Maya - Downtown Dallas
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Exceptional food, fantastic
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
"Exceptional food, fantastic service, and great Ritas!"
Dined on 02/22/2013
2012
Special Features: vibrant bar scene, fit for foodies, hot spot
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Review 48 for Meso Maya - Downtown Dallas
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Vibrant place with A+ service
Food
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
"Excellent service and food was very good too. Buzzing atmosphere(went at lunch). The location on Preston is more upscale but love them both. Had the sangria, a little sweet for my taste. Should have stayed with the margarita as they make one of the best in town."
Dined on 02/15/2013
2006
Special Features: fit for foodies, good for groups, great for lunch
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Review 49 for Meso Maya - Downtown Dallas
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Great experience
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"We were there early in the evening, so wasn't crowded or loud. They were setting up for multiple large tables, so expect it could have gotten loud later as is not a large place. Food and service was great. Loved the short ribs!! We would definitely recommend to our friends."
Dined on 02/16/2013
2005
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Review 50 for Meso Maya - Downtown Dallas
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Loved the restaurant...in
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Quiet
"Loved the restaurant...in fact...have a return reservation for this coming weekend!"
Dined on 02/17/2013
2008
Special Features: late-night find, romantic, special occasion, scenic view, hot spot
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