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Guadalajara Grill

301 South Alamo Street, San Antonio, TX 78205
210-222-1992
Ranked #302 of 1,528 restaurants in San Antonio
3.5 of 5 stars 27 Reviews
Price range: 8 AUD - 20 AUD
Cuisines: Mexican
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Good for: Cheap Eats
Dining options: Lunch Spot, Dinner
Neighbourhood: Downtown
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27 reviews from our community

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lexington, KY
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12 reviews 12 reviews
Reviews in 6 cities Reviews in 6 cities
5 helpful votes 5 helpful votes
4 of 5 stars Reviewed 13 May 2012

I dropped into the grill on Saturday evening and had a margarita and a shrimp burrito. Service was wick and pleasant . The salsa was spicy. The Rita was Ok but served in an acrylic glass. The plate was hot, and the components of the meal were tasty but not spicy hot. The meal came with beans, rice, and guacamole... More

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Sylvania
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4 reviews 4 reviews
Reviews in 2 cities Reviews in 2 cities
1 helpful vote 1 helpful vote
3 of 5 stars Reviewed 28 April 2012

While doing the tourist thing along the River Walk, I decided to go into La Villita and find a place to eat. The food was great but the wait was long. The staff was apologetic for the long wait and did the best the could to accommodate the delay. More

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Philadelphia, Pennsylvania
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3 reviews 3 reviews
Reviews in 2 cities Reviews in 2 cities
3 of 5 stars Reviewed 23 April 2012

Typical Mexican fair, I went there twice during my stay because it was Spring Break and the Riverwalk was a zoo with kids and families. This restaurant is not on the Riverwalk, yet only steps away if you go up some stairs. The decor/atmosphere was pretty lame, with Mexican signs and whatnot, it was never crowded when I was there.... More

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Manila, Philippines
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28 reviews 28 reviews
Reviews in 13 cities Reviews in 13 cities
16 helpful votes 16 helpful votes
4 of 5 stars Reviewed 27 March 2012

Just off the Riverwalk in the Villetas area, the Guadalajara Grill gives you a much less expensive dining option without forfeiting a fun ambiance, a very friendly staff, and great food! More

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Santa Fe, New Mexico, United States
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3 reviews 3 reviews
3 of 5 stars Reviewed 24 March 2012

We are so used to eating Mexican food and even though we were in a different city, we still fell back to the same kind of food. Thankful it was good. More

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Irving, Texas
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8 reviews 8 reviews
Reviews in 4 cities Reviews in 4 cities
10 helpful votes 10 helpful votes
1 of 5 stars Reviewed 14 March 2012

Got down to the Riverwalk for dinner and it was absolutely packed. We found this place and it looked reasonably good, we were famished. The wait staff at the door said it would be a 30 minute or so wait, but never tried to take our name or put us on a list. Finally after about that amount of time... More

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Tina Hinojosa, Owner at Guadalajara Grill, responded to this review
16 March 2012

We apologize that your experience was not what you deserved. I understand that you did not ask to speak to the manager at the time you weren't receiving the service that has made us successful for more than 20 years. I would like to know more details as to the time and the person who was your server, although this... More

Greensboro, NC
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24 reviews 24 reviews
Reviews in 12 cities Reviews in 12 cities
56 helpful votes 56 helpful votes
4 of 5 stars Reviewed 10 March 2012

I enjoyed my experience at Guadalajara Grill. It was a lot better than an earlier experience I had at another 'Mexcian' restaurant on the Riverwalk. Service was prompt as they delivered the chips and spicy salsa immediately. I had the Tex Combo (3 enchiladas-chicken, beef and cheese), rice and beans. It was delicious. My colleagues had the soft tacos and... More

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Wilmington, Delaware
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17 reviews 17 reviews
Reviews in 9 cities Reviews in 9 cities
1 helpful vote 1 helpful vote
4 of 5 stars Reviewed 24 February 2012

We had a fairly large group and experienced great service throughout the meal. Margaritas were very good (always a must) and the food was fantastic. The members of our group ordered a variety of entrees and everyone cleaned their plates. The restaurant is located on the main street level, just above the River Walk Amphitheater - well worth the walk... More

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Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania
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4 reviews 4 reviews
Reviews in 3 cities Reviews in 3 cities
4 helpful votes 4 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 5 January 2012

Guadalajara Restaurant in the Villetta Village next to the Hilton passed my chile rellenos test. I cannot get a well made chile rellenos in Pittsburgh, so when I get to places with authentic Mexican (not fusion, Southwestern or TexMex) cuisine I try their chiles. Guadalajara's were wondeful, big, fat ,well-stuffed peppers properly fried and sauced. Excellent staff, good prices. More

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Houston
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34 reviews 34 reviews
Reviews in 18 cities Reviews in 18 cities
9 helpful votes 9 helpful votes
4 of 5 stars Reviewed 29 December 2011

The Mexican food was good, and we enjoyed the chance to sit outside on a beautiful day. Not nearly as crowded as the river walk. Would definitely go again. More

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