Horribly slow and unfriendly service. Waited 15+ minutes for our drinks, and still a soda was forgotten about until asked for two more times. Food came out quickly but was abysmal. Food lacked any kind of seasonings or care, meat was dripping with grease and was of terrible quality. As someone who has been in the restaurant business for years it’s clear to see that there is a serious lack of care from the owners and employees. Waitress couldn’t wait to come over to collect our check (perhaps to see her tip) but couldn’t be found when we needed actual service. Not sure who would frequent this place or even come a second time. Much better food to be found in other places, or make your own Mexican at home, it would probably be more flavorful and authentic.
We eat here about once a week. The staff are wonderful and they make a killer michelada. It's not taco-truck "authentic" but it's classic American Mexican food, which is its own thing and delicious. The ground beef is the best-kept secret, the carnitas is pretty good, the chicken is a bit dry IMO. Rice and beans and quest are all fantastic. Enchiladas and burritos are usually the way to go.
I love going there great food n drinks n great people
Best Mexican food around!!! We frequent here once a week sometimes twice a week. Leo and his staff are courteous and fast. I Cannot recommend a better place for authentic Mexican food.
Three friends went with me last night to Habaneros on Manatee Ave. We hadn't been in a while. The food and service has always been good and that hasn't changed. What was disturbing was the location we chose and by the time we realized our mistake, we decided it wasn't worth asking for another table or booth. We had received our drinks, chips and salsa and were waiting on our meals when we realized that servers had gathered directly behind our booth. There were 3-4 of them (my back was to them). Their conversation was loud enough to compete with our table and then one of them playfully hit another. Now they really had our attention. About the time we were ready to ask for the manager, they disappeared so we thought it wasn't worth moving at that point and, quite frankly, since we all turned and looked when the playful hit happened, we thought they understood that they were being disturbing to us and wouldn't be back. Wrong! Soon after we got our meals, they came back in full force...just as loud and even actually leaning over the back of our booth (and shoulders)! I asked the friends that could see the rest of the restaurant if they could see another station that the servers could go to between waiting tables and they couldn't see any. Again, our server, Daniel, was very efficient and friendly and the food was delicious. My warning to possible patrons is to be aware of where you sit. It seems like that particular booth is directly next to where the servers hang out. It was tbe most uncomfortable I've ever been in any restaurant.
This place is local for me. I live within the block and decided to try for the first time during "happy hour." Place was pretty packed around 6:30 but we were able to get a booth.My husband and I ordered frozen margaritas for happy hour. Food was not authentic at all. Tasted like canned beans and meat was not fresh. Our food came out right away but my husbands took longer and was served his side dishes first. In my opinion should have given all together so sides would not get cold. Our waitress Johanna was not accomodating at all she just shrugged her shoulders and said nothing she can do.When the bill came i was shocked to see $106. Our waitress failed to mention the frozen margaritas were not included for happy hour. We ordered 3 kids meals that include 3 fountain drinks. We were still charged for the sodas and when asked for kids sodas with the meal the waitress said they have drinks already.Communication could be alot better but we did appreciate the manager for comping the kids sodas and 2 of our margaritas when we had 4. Unfortunately we will not return to this location.
We had an amazing time here at Habanero's Mexican grill and bar tonight Thanks to our friend Alberto. He had a very pleasant attitude and made sure that everything was perfectly proportioned and spaced out properly. He is a Very valuable employee here at Habaneros and we look forward to seeing here every time we come. Thank you Alberto for being such an amazing employee and taking such good care of us. You are one of a kind..
Placed a Door Dash order over 1:15 before you closed. 3 separate DD drivers showed up for the order, only to be told that it wasn’t ready. Finally they said that they were closed & didn’t have time. Would have been nice to know before waiting so long.
Outstanding food Would highly recommend
The food was pretty good. My husband was not impressed he got a burrito and said it was way too salty. I enjoyed my enchiladas. It is the only authentic Mexican restaurant that is close to our house.