Andre was very helpful, professional, and provided amazing service! I enjoyed the vibes, drinks and atmosphere. I would recommend this place to anyone looking for good vibe with strong drinks in the Deep Ellum area. I flew in town to spend the day with a really good friend and will be back to visit when i return!!

Heard from another chef to try this place out. Great authentic taste. Started off with the Queso Fundido; portions are small but came with 5 mini flour tortillas and had shrimp and chorizo, very delicious. Tacos are a la carte, which I’ve always loved because you can order as you want and get variety! Started with the Trompo Al Pastor and Lengua Tacos; both were super delicious and of course if you’re a texture eater you probably won’t like the lengua. Finished up with Carne Asada, Pulpo, and Carnitas. I love octopus so I think my favorite was definitely the Pulpo with leek, was really surprised with the filling. Also grabbed a margarita and ranch water. Margarita was very fresh. Bartender was very attentive and helpful with suggestions! Some people want to complain about the price, but the quality of the food and the way it’s prepared really outweighs that argument. Will definitely be back!

Sit at the bar, have a great conversation with a wonderful bartender, enjoy some awesome tacos and a killer margarita. If that is your definition of a good time then . . . This is the place. I highly recommend the duck tacos. Not fatty or chewy just awesome but my favorite was the al Pastor taco with the pineapple. I was not sure about it but the super friendly bar tender recommended it and I am glad he did. It was flavorful, spicey, sweet and just awesome!

We stopped here on a food tour. The al pastor tacos we had were so good! The alley is a nice break from the heat. You can tell they take pride in their food. It was some of the best corn tortillas I've ever had, even internationally.

Yunda Thompson

Lovely restaurant, delicious grilled fish tacos, guacamole and margaritas, perfect service. There was even a full vegan menu with a 5 course vegan dinner option. 10/10!

Trish Campbell

Easy walking distance from the Sheraton Grand in Sacramento. The sign outside was not lit, but we found it anyway. Decorated nicely for Christmas. Lively atmosphere. Friendly and attentive customer service. Delicious and interesting dishes. Alot on the menu to choose from if you've never been here before. We had two of the Coastal Dishes: the Camarones Moctazuma al Tequila and the Salmon en Huictlacoche. I had the shrimp (Camarones) sauteed "al mojo de ajo", with mushrooms, jalapeno chili strips, parsley, and a splash of tequila, severd with cilantro infused rice. So delicious, perfectly cooked, layers of flavor. The rice was not your average rice, so flavorful and delicious. The jalapeno strips gave just the right amount of heat. The mushrooms were fresh and cooked tenderly, the shrimp were large and juicy, and the sauce brought it all together. Their chips and salsa were also good, which can make or break a Mexican restaurant. The salmon was flaky and tender, cooked perfectly. It was served atop a bed of rice and sauteed veggies. "Salmon grilled and baked to perfection on a bed of Huictlacoche sauce, corn, on top of a bed of white rice." My sister was really enjoying the dish but as she got about halfway through and got to the bottom of the dish her mouth started tingling and itching like a food allergy. There was a dark thick sauce underneath the rice. I tasted several bites of her dish, including the sauce, and did not have the same reaction. I looked up the dish to see if any of the ingredients were unusual or new to her. The Huictlacoche sauce in translation means, corn smut or Mexican truffle. It's a fungus that grows on corn, a delicacy in Mexico. It had an earthy, smoky and slightly sweet flavor. She chose not to eat anymore, but since it was so delicious she brought it home to give to a family member to enjoy. They did not have a reaction to the sauce either. The Cadillac Margarita's were also delicious with a dehydrated orange slice on top adding a subtle flavor and nice appearance. Overall a great experience and I would definitely recommend it if you are in the area. If having drinks, expect to spend $30 to $50 per person. If you come just to dine, there is ACE parking just across the way for $6 and hour, max of $30.

+2

Neda Javadpour

Wonderful authentic Mexican dishes, very friendly staff and kids friendly.

Jay

I placed a reservation with a group of friends before heading over to a book signing. The ambience was very nice. The restaurant had put up Dias los Mueros decorations up which made the atmosphere so much better. I have the steak tacos, and it was amazing. The drink I had was also good and refreshing! Definitely want to come back to try more of their foods. Especially their seafood

Christian Martinez

Mayahuel is one of my wife’s and my favorite spots in Sacramento. Great food, great cocktails, great service, and an amazing atmosphere—it checks every box. You do pay a little more than other places, but it’s absolutely worth it. We started with chips, salsa, and guacamole—all fresh, flavorful, and perfectly mild. Feeling boozy, we tried a tequila flight (blanco, reposado, and añejo). The pours are small, so unless you’re a big tequila fan, I’d stick with cocktails. The drinks here are excellent—try the Paloma, Mayahuel Fresca, or La Flor if you like a little spice. We shared the brochetas de chorizo (great bites) and the carne con chile entrée, which I highly recommend. Warm, rich, and comforting—perfect for a cold, windy day. The asada tacos are also excellent if you want something lighter. The ambiance is beautiful, especially in October with their Día de los Muertos display. Parking can be tight, but there’s a garage right next door. Pro tip: the IMAX theater is a 30-second walk away—perfect for a dinner-and-a-movie date. Make a reservation if you’re going on a weekend or during lunch/dinner hours—Mayahuel fills up fast!

+5

Tamara Pfeiffer

Mayahuel has stolen our hearts! It has everything- a charming atmosphere, delicious vegan food and friendly service (Ernesto was the most amazing server).

Megan Bailey-Smith

Unique yummy offerings. The Mole and vegetarian dinner was super good! Great unique drink offering. Our poor waiter, he was excellent, but he got overrun with tables. They were very busy and the service was slow, but he was a very good waiter. We sat outside and it was a nice atmosphere. We will definitely go back.

Paul Bacon

We found this place walking around downtown when we stayed at the Sheraton. I have lived in California and Arizona most of my 65 years and I thought this food was some of my favorite ever. We had chicken tingas and they were worth making a trip to Sacramento all on their own. We also had shredded beef tacos along with chips and salsa. Every bite was a treat and they had a perfect salsa with mild heat and plenty of flavor. Those tingas though… beautiful little meaty bites of shredded chicken on a mini taco shell… like the best little tostada you have ever had…. Yum!

Cinthya Flores

Amaaaazing food, so many traditional options, some of the best I’ve had! The owner was very kind to our group. The service was also great.

Abby Martinez

Best nice Mexican restaurant in Sacramento. I used to like that other Mexican one that got Michelin guide recommended but it got too popular and the food now lacks taste but Mayahuel has amazing dishes to offer! The spicy pistachio chicken mole is amazing but the adobe plate is probably my favorite! They offer flour or corn tortillas but it would be a step up if they made them on site since it’s actually super easy to make tortillas but maybe the ingredients are too expensive compared to just buying already made tortillas. The mango y chile drink is yummy I do miss it being in a taller cup looking at the reviews of others, they did get a tall cup so idk why I was jipped here. I have only been going before dinner rush lately but I do recall that dinner times the atmosphere was so good, I cannot speak for the last couple years as I have not gone that late. OMG did I mention the Mazapan ice cream and churro ice cream for dessert, 10/10!! My favorite restaurant that survived the pandemic and doesn’t need state workers to make it this far although if I have to support a company in this area I would choose Mayahuel only! I did consider 4 stars due to service since sometimes it is super loud in this restaurant that my ears hurt and I have to yell to be heard even when it is nearly empty inside in the middle of the day. Chips and salsa are extra, gone are the days of free chips and salsa, would not recommend paying for them since they are not special whatsoever and the salsa is bland if you are a true salsa lover but looking at the cliente, it makes sense. Also not all servers are great but 4/5 usually are. So for the most part they are great!

Edward Van Deventer

Dining room is loud, very loud. Not the best atmosphere but acceptable. Our server was Sarita V. Service was excellent. They brought cake and sang happy birthday to one of our party. Tacos de camaron al chipotle were rated excellent. Tacos poblanos de arrachera were really good. Everyone (7 of us) loved their food. Margaritas, good selection and well made. Looking at the menu I personally would not have picked this restaurant but it was a very pleasant surprise. Very happy we tried it.

+4

Praneet Raj

Mayahuel is my favorite Mexican restaurant in Sacramento, offering a vibrant and authentic dining experience. Their blue corn tacos are absolutely my favorite, made with fresh, hand-pressed tortillas that are both flavorful and unique. The rich, earthy taste of the blue corn pairs perfectly with their variety of savory fillings, from tender carne asada to flavorful vegetarian options. The restaurant’s atmosphere is warm and inviting, celebrating Mexican culture through its decor and menu. Their margaritas, crafted with premium tequila and fresh ingredients, complement the meal beautifully. Whenever I crave a true taste of Mexico, Mayahuel is always my top choice.

+8

The enchiladas de mole and the guacamole are delicious. We also ordered carnitas and salsa. Love coming here!

Mole Poblano con Pollo! Peeps this place has world class mole and 5 star service! Salsa and chips are a must here and the drinks are strong. Eduardo from Jalisco was my waiter and he was both per…

Mole Poblano con Pollo! Peeps this place has world class mole and 5 star service! Salsa and chips are a must here and the drinks are strong. Eduardo from Jalisco was my waiter and he was both perso…

Mole Poblano con Pollo! Peeps this place has world class mole and 5 star service! Salsa and chips are a must here and the drinks are strong. Eduardo from Jalisco was my waiter and he was both perso…

This is one of the best restaurants near the Capitol. Good food, good service, great atmosphere. Elevated Mexican food that is worth the drive

This is one of the best restaurants near the Capitol. Good food, good service, great atmosphere. Elevated Mexican food that is worth the drive

Their food is delicious and on point.\nThe strawberry Margaritas taste very good. However i ordered two mixed drinks and could not taste any alcohol and could have gotten virgin drinks to go.…

The food was excellent!!! Will definitely be back! Good drinks and fun ambience!!! Great place for drinks with friends!

The first time we ate here we don’t love it and they don’t have the pastor taco 😞 so we want to go again and the second time was amazing so hopefully always be like the second and the first only was a bad day, by the other side they need more friendly servers both times they were like really unfriendly. The “pulpo al pastor” taco is amazing I repeat amazing! If you’re on deep ellum I recommend this spot.

For sure, the tacos bop. They're nom-a-riffic, and sitting up at the bar is a great way to go here. Friendly service. Tasty tacos. And those tacos? Really good. One might say they're worthy of being on Netflix's Taco Chronicles good, because, well, they were. And that one taco? The octopus carnitas taco? It's hella tasty. And that's just it. Maybe the tasty tacos went to their head a bit? Maybe it was Netflix. There's a weird vibe here. Like they need to prove that they're cool and hip and whatever is the new slang. Eating, brother. Whatevs. Sure, they were on Taco Chronicles. Know what? They'll put it on the TV to show you. It's like they need to prove they're so cool and saw that one indie band in a speakeasy basement bar in Fort Greene before they sold out and blew up huge. But. Maybe just concentrate on tasty tacos instead? 'Cause they have tasty tacos. They also have a DJ stand. You know, for tacos.

Jasmine Rose

Overall great! Went for the $45 4-course option and it was pretty good. I made a reservation for outside, which was an option online, but they didn't have any outside seating that I saw and we were seated inside which is fine. We got the non vegan course. It came with two starters each, both really good but that corn sopa de elote was phenomenal. I ordered the steak and my husband got the shrimp. Both were good. I did ask for my steak to be rare and it was medium at best. Still juicy, still flavorful. Still enjoyed every bite. I know it's a thin piece of meat so hard to make rare. The tres leches was really good, not the best I've had but I've eaten a lot, still would order it again but need a bigger piece for sure. But I'm sure the $45 promo course has a smaller piece. The star of the show was the drinks I ordered the passiflora and the Oaxacan old fashioned and both were out of this world good. My husband ordered the cantarito which was nostalgic for him and he liked it. Biggest down side it was VERY loud and I mean LOUD. My spouse and I could barely talk over the noise of others and the music. Luckily we enjoy each other's company but when we tried to talk we couldn't. Our waitress also spent a lot of energy in the table next to us. The table next to us, who was seated after us, was able to order multiple rounds of drinks and I couldn't get her attention to get a second drink until we were done with our entire 4 courses. I was brought the bill right after I got my last drink. Overall we will try to come again but we will ask to be seated at the bar so my husband and I can be closer and talk easier.

+2

Andrea Foster

First time visiting for lunch and the restaurant is beautiful. The chips and salsa was delicious. The Mango Y Chile drink was so good. I could of drank 2 or 3. I made the shrimp and rice it was good. But, not super favorful. The shrimp was fresh and cooked well and the rice was delicious it just needed a little something. I'll definitely go again. I was told to try the enchiladas verde so I'll give this a try the next time :) I'll definitely be back!

H Ortiz

The food and drinks were delicious. The service was less so due to initial issue where we asked to sit at the bar, were then invited to do so, only to be told to move (rudely by the bartender). Our waiter was very pleasant.

+3

Pros: Nice vibe, chile verde was good. Rice was a pyramid mold. Cons: server did not bring or offer chips and salsa, which I saw at other tables near me. Beans and rice, tho tasty, were barely warm.

Pros: Nice vibe, chile verde was good. Rice was a pyramid mold. Cons: server did not bring or offer chips and salsa, which I saw at other tables near me. Beans and rice, tho tasty, were barely warm.

A friend took me here as a treat before we went to see Elf at the Crest theater. I am who recommended going here as I've long enjoyed the chicken mole dish. What floored me about this visit on 12/2…

Indoor/outdoor seating\n\nI like that they still have a separate vegan menu.\n\n3.5% "Kitchen Retention" fee was on my check. I haven't been in a while so that's new. I don't mind it but I was surp…

We came here for the vegan chefs challenge! The inside is cozy, and romantic ambiance. We had both of the main courses offered on the menu. Jorge, our serve, was delightful, attentive and very ac…

The ambiance of this restaurant was exceptionally appealing. The decor was tastefully done. On a lovely day, the outdoor seating area was ideal. Every dish was outstanding. Service was efficient. U…

My party of 3 came in early on a Saturday, service and food was just okay, I was expecting better flavor for the hype and upscale price. I may come back to try their Sunday brunch, maybe that will be a better option.

This Deep Ellum taco bar has gotten a fair share of very positive press over the years, and the food here is quite good. The tacos are fresh and inventive, delivered on excellent handmade tortillas. Service here was a little off on my visit, however. It seems like servers are matching the quality of service more to the intentionally casual “street taco bar” atmosphere than the high menu prices dictate. That said, if you are in the area and don’t mind paying the elevated prices for great tacos and beer in a dive bar space, it’s a good option.

This place has good drinks and some good food but it is DEFINITELY OVERPRICED in my opinion for tacos and appetizers. The portions are tiny for what they charge you. You can definitively find cheaper and better tasting Mexican food/tacos at other places in Dallas. I was disappointed since I liked their first location but this second location didn’t quite cut it out for me. The seating is limited at the bar unless u sit at one of the outdoor tables (hopefully u have good weather) The sope appetizer were 4 literally bite size sopes for $19?!! That’s a total rip off!!! We paid $95 after taxes for two ppl, that’s ridiculous for Mexican food and it’s not even fine dining. Would not come back.

Brent Williams

Salty margarita, extremely expensive tacos, and lousy service. I wasn't impressed by this place at all.

Bunny Pi

Not sure how this has an award. When you have to ask for silverware after your food comes, then have to ask for a napkin. Of course, when the other diners finally received their food and the fork arrived + the food was cold. I thought I would try something different. Oops. The description was well written and fooled me into thinking it would be delicious, not so much. Looks impressive, but lackluster and bland. I sent the flour tortillas back as they had a rancid oil flavor. The other diners ordered some pretty standard dishes (meatball soup, tacos and pozole) and said it was good. The drinks looked good. Overall, I was not impressed. The prices seem high for the quality. I will not be back.

Corey Strock

We had some issues at Mayahuel. But I'll start with the good: Menu was great, lots of options which looked quite good. And what we had did taste good. Beer options were solid for a Mexican place Chips & Salsa were quite nice. OK, the bad: Service wasn't good. Took ~15 minutes to place our order (of any kind). I had to go to the bar and get the drinks myself since they were sitting up there so long> They had to scramble to find the Plant Based Menu, and then they were "possibly" out of the Lentil Soup, and asked if Carrot was OK in that case. (They were out, we got carrot, but we only found out once it arrived) They were also out of Carnitas (Note, we went at 11AM on a Sunday, so they had just opened) Food was not particularly hot when it came out, which I find unusual for a Mexican restuarant. Ordered an Appetizer and was asked if I wanted it first... I did. It arrived after mains, and even then I think only because I asked about it.

It was an OK experience. The staff was great from beginning to end, so no complaints there. \n\nThe food part of the experience was just OK. With so many options for Mexican food in the area, from re…

Service started out really great. Passionfruit drinks were delicious. As soon as it started to get even mildly bus we didn't see our server much. The food came out quickly, but we had to ask for the …

I want to start by saying the food is fantastic and I will be returning because I truly did enjoy the flavors and delicious food.\nI had the 3 enchiladas with the 3 different sauces and it was de…

I went to Mayahuel for lunch with colleagues, and we started with the chips, salsa, and guacamole. It was addicting, just as any good trio should be. Fresh, flavorful, and definitely the highlight …

We sat outside during the warm summer night. The drinks were really strong. I ordered the Oaxacan old fashioned. I didn't really care for the Camarones as I didn't enjoy the tequila infused sauce. …

Ryan Lloyd

The food was good but it was like pulling teeth to get anyone to help us. They filled our water glasses once after we had to ask them to do it and they only brought our menus and took our orders after we got out of our seats to ask someone to do it for us. We were in a group that just barely met the mandatory 20% tip requirement so after the horrendous service, we still had to leave a full tip amount. I don’t see myself returning any time soon, unfortunately.

Wanted to grab a quick drink before dinner reservations at another place. 25 open tables, were told we would have to sit outside without a reservation. If you turn business away don't complain abou…

Wanted to grab a quick drink before dinner reservations at another place. 25 open tables, were told we would have to sit outside without a reservation. If you turn business away don't complain ab…

We had 3 people in our party and also had a reservation. We arrived on time and were seated promptly. We sat and waited to order for 30 minutes which at that time we had to ask to order. The waiter…

This place was recommended by a Sacramento local. We were looking forward to our group dinner. I made a reservation 1.5 months in advance for a group dinner for 12 people attending a conference tog…

The guys (see photo) behind the counter with the red nails was extremely rude and racist. I ordered 2 tacos from Rusbelis (young lady at the register) and I also asked for sodas. She pointed to the right of me to let me know where the sodas were located. She spoke very limited English but okayed me to get the 2 sodas. As I began to walk towards her to finish checking out, I lifted the two drinks up so that she could see them and she nodded. The guys (see photo) at the bar looked at me, frowned, and rudely asked what I was doing. I explained that the lady who took my ordered okayed me to get the two sodas. Rusbelis was watching the entire interaction as I was walking towards her. He stated that she couldn't have done that because she didn't speak English. She informed him in Spanish that she told me it was okay. In English she even said, it's okay. Very oddly, the guy in the photo walked down a little further, stood in front of me after I paid for my order, he snapped a photo of me with his phone. Then he started throwing his fingers and speaking to Rusbelis in Spanish. I started videoing him afterwards. I used Google translator to speak to Rusbelis and she stated that she didn't know why he was acting like that and she apologized but, that's not good enough for me. The guy is has a nasty attitude, disrespectful, and kept frowning his face up at me for no apparent reason. I would NEVER recommend this establishment. I would give you all 0 Stars if it was an option.

Kiran K.

Soooo can someone explain to me why they have a 630 reservation slot if they close at 7pm? I called beforehand to confirm if that was ok, they said yes no worries. We got there at 640pm bc there was no parking nearby (first time there) that too on a Sunday & the hostess immediately saw us walk in and told us we had to order now and be done eating by 715pm bc they close lol. I was so beyond annoyed. I drove from roseville to this restaurant to celebrate my husbands birthday to be told we had to rush and eat. I asked her why they would say that and let me book at 630pm resy and allow a grace period??? It made no sense. Ofc we left. I don’t want to celebrate my husbands birthday in a rush lol luckily casa Lola where I originally wanted to go, had walk ins available and sat us right away! It’s a better atmosphere, service, and food anyways. I will not be coming to this place again just from that experience alone. I paid to park in a parking garage too and walked 10 mins to this place lol. Casa Lola to save the day!