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Abuelo's Mexican Food Embassy

3700 Lakeside Village Blvd, Lakeland, FL 33803-7949
863-686-7500
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Ranked #10 of 215 restaurants in Lakeland
Cuisines: Mexican
Good for: Child-friendly, Romantic, Bar Scene, Groups, Business, Special Occasion Dining, Entertaining clients
Dining options: Breakfast/Brunch, Lunch Spot, Dinner, Reservations, After-hours
Restaurant details
Good for: Child-friendly, Romantic, Bar Scene, Groups, Business, Special Occasion Dining, Entertaining clients
Dining options: Breakfast/Brunch, Lunch Spot, Dinner, Reservations, After-hours
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Top Contributor
84 reviews 84 reviews
55 restaurant reviews
Reviews in 59 cities Reviews in 59 cities
33 helpful votes 33 helpful votes
3 of 5 stars Reviewed 13 May 2013 NEW

This is not a hole in the wall Mexican place, really great decor and professional atmosphere in a good location. Place was packed, and had a great vibe to the place. Also our server was awesome; on the ball, very friendly, and personable. The chips were a bit greasy for my liking but the salsa was great giving you multiple... More

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Decatur, IL
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3 restaurant reviews
Reviews in 7 cities Reviews in 7 cities
5 helpful votes 5 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 7 May 2013

Never been to a mexican restaurant with decor as nice as Abuelo's. But it's not the decor that keeps me coming back. I'm a big fan of the beef or steak chimichanga, and I have yet to find one that beat the chimi at Abuelo's. Closest Abuelo's is 3 hours from us. So when we travel we always look to... More

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South Carolina
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109 reviews 109 reviews
80 restaurant reviews
Reviews in 25 cities Reviews in 25 cities
24 helpful votes 24 helpful votes
4 of 5 stars Reviewed 22 April 2013 via mobile

Had lunch with business associates. It was a nice atmosphere and the food was good. I had the chicken salad. The wait staff was very attentive and I would go back. The menu was good as well. We were there an extended period and the staff was very gracious. It is in Lakeside Village, which is a nice location.

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McLean, Virginia
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12 restaurant reviews
Reviews in 9 cities Reviews in 9 cities
9 helpful votes 9 helpful votes
4 of 5 stars Reviewed 15 April 2013

We had a group that really enjoyed a great time and wonderful meal. All the wait staff was friendly and helpful even though the place was packed!

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Marietta, Georgia, United States
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7 reviews 7 reviews
3 restaurant reviews
Reviews in 6 cities Reviews in 6 cities
9 helpful votes 9 helpful votes
4 of 5 stars Reviewed 14 April 2013 via mobile

We were looking for mexican but some thing a little better than the usual fare..what an unexpected surprise to find this delightful, warm restaurant with tremendously good food and great service! very accommodating for kids and overall a great experience. Will definitely come back when in the area.

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Stuart, FL
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18 restaurant reviews
Reviews in 11 cities Reviews in 11 cities
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4 of 5 stars Reviewed 9 April 2013 via mobile

I visit here every time I am in town, usually the spring for Sun n Fun. Restaurant can be busy but the food is worth the wait. They list on the menu a Mexican section and a Tex Mex section. Have not had any of the seafood selections but the rest is very good. Outside seating is available.

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4 of 5 stars Reviewed 24 March 2013 via mobile

I am from the north so I did not realize this was a chain until we got there. But overall had a very pleasant experience. Staff was friendly but not terribly attentive. Food was very good and there was a large selection. The food is considered Tex Mex and that's what this is. But still yummy.

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Lakeland, Florida
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22 restaurant reviews
Reviews in 19 cities Reviews in 19 cities
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 23 March 2013

We go here on a regular basis and have always had excellent food !! I try to have something different every time I go and have never been disappointed. Service has always been excellent. They are busy quite frequently but we have never waited longer than what they said. Would recommend.

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Valrico, Florida
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 17 March 2013

I visit this place frequently. I love to mix and match the enchilda options I have not had one that disappointed me.

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Great Barrington, Massachusetts
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30 restaurant reviews
Reviews in 19 cities Reviews in 19 cities
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4 of 5 stars Reviewed 5 March 2013

We pre ordered for a group of eleven and also had the banquet room. Following their caterers advice we had ample great tasting food with plenty of variety. The appertisers, chips, salsa, and quezo were great and the service very good. Also the price was very reasonable - much less expensive than if we had all ordered off the menu... More

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