Not bad. We used to go to Maria's a lot before we found Cielito Lindo (which is our new Go-To Mexican). The food was USUALLY very good, but not always. Portions are pretty small, I guess they expect you to fill up on the chips/salsa and soda (The wait for the food was often bordering ridiculous). We almost never had the same server and rarely did we get a good one (I feel like they choose servers based on their body type not personality). We alway had to wait for a table no matter when we came in, but that's not a huge deal. But then they changed from Coke to Pepsi and that's unforgivable.
Lots of bad reviews, but I don't see how you can go wrong with the Sergio. I will admit, the portion size is smaller than it was 10 years ago, but way better than Mexican Villa.
Woah, so many haters on here! Maria's is one of my favorite spots in town: location, atmosphere, staff, and I haven't had a better margarita... ever. The food (which seems to be the big complaint) is decent, I mean, they're not authentic but they're leaps and bounds better than the ever-so-popular Mexican Villa. Try the Sergio or fried tacos with carnitas. Honestly, belly up to the bar, have Mike make you a Tradtional margarita, eat a taco and be glad you're not sipping on a pre-made margarita in a plastic mug that burns your throat while you inhale tex-mex and write thoughtless reviews on urbanspoon.
Best Mexican in Springfield. If anyone tries to tell you this isn't the best Mexican place in Springfield, then they're probably from here and eat Mexican Villa too much for their own good.
Gluten-free friendly...DEFINITELY!!!. Thank you for being the only positive food experience we had during our visit to Springfield. Your staff was friendly, helpful and knowledgable about gluten-free options on your menu. The food was delicious and even though I couldn't eat any tortilla chips with your salsa, the salsa was good enough to eat with a spoon! Yum!
Always good. Maybe not authentic mexican. Maybe better.
Fajitas. Maria's is my favorite place to get fajitas in Springfield. Their salsa is awesome, not spicy at all and plenty of cilantro. Their pinto beans are just that with a hint of chili seasoning, not that great in my opinion.
Ate here last night for the first time. I was told to try the fried tacos. I had the spicy pork fried tacos and I have to say they were worth it. Really enjoyed the meal and the wait staffs friendly service
Decent. Not great but decent
Margaritas. The classic margaritas are the best I've had in Springfield. Simple and delicious.
This is my favorite restaurant in Springfield! The food is always fresh and they have the best chips and salsa around. Everyone I know loves this place - definitely the best!
Amazing Food, VERY Crowded. After an exceptionally long wait (45 minutes+, weekend) we were seated. The wait staff was extremely pleasant.
Biggest downside: it will be VERY crowded on a popular day. Wall to wall people, insanely loud. If you can't take that, this isn't for you.
Positive: the food is, by far, the best Mexican food in Springfield. I was very pleased, and I will definitely be returning.
If you can take the noise and the wait, this is the best Mexican food you will find. It's worth the effort.
The pork carnitas are the best. Biggest selection of tequila in Springfield, MO.
Pretty Good But.... OK so they have some items which are awesome, like the chimichangas... but be forewarned there isn't that much that's really 'that good' here! But the atmosphere is freaking awesome, the drinks are top notch, and the wait staff is typically good! The wait can be bad on weekend nights and Art Fest, but normally not too bad :) Oh, sit by the windows, one of the few restaurants that let you sit inches from tons of ppl walking by.
I've eaten at Maria's about four times now and each experience was great. The food is about as close to authentic Mexican that you can have in the U.S.
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