La Fogata Mexican Cuisine

This is my special place. I ate here 30 years ago when I graduated from college and here I am.... Very nostalgic afternoon and the place was how I remembered...from the look of the restaurant in and out, fantastic staff and great food and margaritas.It took me 30 years to come back for some reason but it just felt right and at home. It won't be another 30 years before I walk into again. That's for sure.

Great Mexican restaurant. the food came out hot and well prepared. The flavors were rich. The cost per dish was a little bit higher than your typical Mexican restaurant. The overall atmosphere of this location is very inviting and unique. there is a very large patio area for outside however, since we dined at this location in January, we are much more comfortable inside due to the Colder temperatures outside. The service that we had tonight was slow. We had to grab the server and it still took him about 10 minutes to finally come back to refill our drinks and take our order. This is the reason I gave them 4 stars. The parking lot is very large and separate in different sections so if you can't find parking in one part, keep driving through or around the location you'll probably be able to find parking however, I'm sure that when they have a large parties or big happy hours that this can be very difficult so be patient. I think it'd be worth it.I recommend this location and look forward to coming back next time I'm in San Antonio.

La Fogata Mexican Cuisine has been a San Antonio staple since 1978, serving up classic Tex-Mex dishes and famous margaritas in a vibrant, festive atmosphere. Known for its lush patios, colorful decor, and family-friendly vibe, it's a great spot for everything from a casual dinner to a celebratory gathering.On my most recent visit, I tried the Poquito De Todo platter for the first time--literally "a little bit of everything." Perfect for when your taste buds just can't make up their mind! The platter includes a beef taco al carbon, a chicken flauta with guacamole, sour cream, pico de gallo, and cheese, a quesadilla, and a cheese enchilada. It's all served up with Mexican rice and frijoles charros. The enchiladas verdes are also a tasty choice I usually go with. While it might not be the best Tex-Mex you'll find in San Antonio, La Fogata always a solid and satisfying choice.And of course, the margaritas here never miss. Whether it's happy hour or a big celebration, they're always refreshing and on point-especially the coconut margs. (Bonus: the team at La Fogata is fantastic at helping you pull off a celebration seamlessly!)La Fogata is one of those reliable places you can count on for great service, quality food, and an all-around good time. Definitely worth a visit when you're craving Tex-Mex with a fun and lively ambiance!

I really enjoyed my first visit here with a date ... many years ago. My last visit here was a huge disappointment. I was in the area, and decided to treat myself. It was an afternoon and it didn't appear to be busy. I just wanted to place a to-go order because I was on my way back home. I was told where to go, but no one greeted me. No one asked if they could help me. Zero service altogether. So I left.

Still our favorite for Mexican food. Superb service, delicious food, great variety, a lively place!

Great patio areas. Feels like a "little Mexico"Came on a rainy day so we didn't hang out outside but it was still great vibes. Ordered the Enchilada Mixtas & Half chicken/beef fajita plate and they were all delicious. Salsa seemed a bit off, tasted like too much limon was used but still good. The star is definitely the rice and beans. Service was good from the older gentleman who seemed to be the only server that afternoonReasoning for 4 stars is we had to deal w flies in a very big/open seating area, probably due to the plants we were seated next to. Will definitely come back during dinner service to try and get a feel for the bar/patio area.

San Antonio stable is always a go to. Food is always great and delicious. The service is exquisite and welcoming. And the ambiance is awesome as well. I recommend at least going once if you haven't before.

Food is fresh . The vibes are on point. The service is good! I appreciate the cooks in the back and the bartenders ! They're the real ones! Will definitely come back as always ! I love the chips and salsa !

It has been a long while since we've been here and our visit today was really fantastic. This is the original and it features an amazing outdoor and patio area; rustic but well loved adding to the ambiance of a night out in Old Mexico. I had the Tacos Discada which were wonderfully plated with grilled vegetables, and white rice. The tacos featured lean pork steak which was so tender, it flaked like fish. The vegetables were perfect; they had a nice crunch to them, neither raw nor mushy. (The bell peppers were like candy...so sweet) The salsa was favorable roasted pepper which for me, could have had a bit more heat, but I'm sure you could ask for a hotter blend. Our waiter kept our soda glasses filled without asking and the staff were all very attentive. Great stop! We'll be coming back.

The outside patio and ambiance is deserving of a star by itself. It's a beautiful, tranquil oasis with fountains and soft ambient lighting. A group of five of us came here for dinner on a Thursday. Ricardo was our server and he was excellent. Attentive but not overbearing. Everyone in our group had been there before so we pretty much knew what we were going to eat and drink. We all had a round of margaritas. They come in regular, medium and large and the medium was more than enough to last the entire meal. I tried to cucumber flavor with fresh jalapeños for an added kick. It was perfect. I'm not a big margarita drinker in general but the margaritas here are the real deal. Flavorful and boozy. A winning combination!Everything we tried was flavorful and tasty. Was it remarkable? No but it was good. Extra mention for the barracho beans. They were excellent! My friend raved about the chili rolleno. It did look good and judging by his empty plate I think it's worth trying next time. The prices were a little high for food and drinks but portions were large and there was enough to take home for lunch the next day. I also feel the ambiance justifies the higher prices.