Don Carlos Mexican Restaurants

I love coming here. Their salsa is always hot, queso is good, and chips! Their staff is usually good with timing and service, it's a hot or miss.This place has a very home and family vibe that I appreciate. They can take a huge party if needed. Everything that I have tried has not disappointed. I ordered the enchiladas suizas and it was delicious, the sauce really tied it together, great flavor. In the Past I've ordered their carne asada. That's my fav! It comes with this really good chicken soup. My sister orders the Flautas, they are pretty big.

In the beginning, It took them a while to bring the chips, drinks, and to get our order. Once we placed our order after waiting along time, the food was delivered fairly quick. My other complaint was that they placed a large party of at least 12 people, very close to my small family of four. They always like to crumble larger parties with smaller ones for whatever reason.

We were here yesterday and had a very pleasant experience. We ordered the mixed fajitas and some mangonadas. Both were a good choice. Cristian was our server and he was pleasant but seemed to sort of be in a rush to turnover the table. We were just hanging out catching up. Other than that, my family has been coming to this location for a long time and I enjoyed sharing this experience with my good friend.

Our server only spoke Spanish, so i was thankful to have my bestie to help communicate. The nachos were delicious. The drinks also a hit. I don't always love it, but today was a good day. Happy Cinco de Mayo!

I've been here several times. I'm shocked I'm barely remembering to do this review. They have amazing lunch specials and one thing I absolutely love is they bring everyone a side of queso! That's called providing value out the gate! I go out to eat a lot at 99% of Mexican restaurants dont do this! They are the rare one for that and I really appreciate that. That goes along way with me. Easy five stars! I've had the enchiladas and a few other dishes. Also the lunch specials are a great deal. Such a great price for some really good amazing food. I got to remember to take more pics when I go there. I'll be back soon great job Don Carlos.

Don Carlos is a neighborhood favorite in Magnolia Park. I think I first dined there 20 years ago, and nothing's really changed - for the better. It's good, affordable Tex-Mex compete with good service, cheap drinks, and the occasional DJ with live singing. I'm a thin chip and hot salsa kind of gal, and Don Carlos starts you off right. And, if you go during lunch, they offer complimentary chips and queso. Portions are generous, so go easy on the apps or split an entree. They have seafood options (fish, shrimp, scallops, seafood soup), and a few vegetarian options as well. Vegans, you'll have to stick with guac tacos or something super simple. :/ Happy hour is Mon-Tue 11am-7pm; Wed-Fri 3pm-7pm with deals on house margaritas, beer, wine, and appetizers.

First time here and didn't think much of the food or the margaritas. I wouldn't say I recommend. Just another over priced Tex-Mex joint.

Always excellent food and five-star service! My wife had the Matamoros Nachos, and I had the Carne Guzada - delicioso! Will be back!

We've been going to this location for twenty years. This was the worst experience. Service was horrible and it wasn't crowded for a Sunday brunch time. Waitress had an attitude from the get go. Annoyed that we weren't ready to order. Asked for water and salsa twice. She never brought it. Told the hostess about the salsa because no one else ever came by. Lady that brings salsa and chips finally dropped off the salsa. By that point we were done with our meal. I asked for coffee to go the waitress made a face. She said let me ask. Excuse me what?? For coffee to go?? Waited for about five min to pay, with the hostess passing us by and then standing behind her podium ignoring us for another few minutes. Then she finally shuffles over the four feet from her podium to the iPad. Asked for a quarter to exchange to get a sticker from the machine. I'd have to walk to the bar I was told. Tried to talk to the manager about the horrible experience. She said I don't speak English. Ok I asked for someone who does. A waiter, which is fine. The manager walked away when I was talking to the waiter. The waiter just nodded his head. Basically if the manager doesn't care why would the waiters? Food was great but that's about it. Go somewhere else because the service and attitudes SUCK. I will not recommend this place to anyone. Where is Henri when you need him?? The longtime manager.

food was horrible, servers looked at customers rudely, overall food didnt taste right. The puerco asado tasted like straight up mole, birria tacos were just tacos de barbacoa and they hardly gave us any consomé. Been here before and it was good but this time the food was different. food did not taste accordingly.