La Hacienda
6825 Graham Rd, Indianapolis, IN, 46220
La Hacienda Menu
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Appetizers
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Dinners - Chicken
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Side Orders
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Side Orders - Quesadillas
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Desserts
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Appetizers
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Dinners - Chicken
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Side Orders - Quesadillas
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Desserts
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Address :
6825 Graham Rd
Indianapolis, IN, 46220 - Phone (317) 577-2689
- Website https://www.lahaciendaindy.com/
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Opening Hours
- Mon :11:00 am - 10
Specialities
- Takes Reservations : No
Delivery : No
Take-out : Yes
Accepts Credit Cards : Yes
Good For : Lunch, Dinner
Parking : Private Lot
Bike Parking : Yes
Wheelchair Accessible : Yes
Good for Kids : Yes
Good for Groups : Yes
Attire : Casual
Ambience : Casual
Noise Level : Average
Alcohol : Full Bar
Outdoor Seating : Yes
Wi-Fi : No
Has TV : Yes
Waiter Service : Yes
Caters : No
Categories
Mexican Cuisine
If you enjoy Taco Tuesday, then you have officially fallen in love with the Mexican Food. The main grain of Mexican cuisine is maize. Also known as corn, maize is grown for the past 9000 years after the crop was discovered by the people in Mayan civilization. Mexican empire flourished when they started growing beans, tomatoes, chili pepper, sweet potato and cactus. Till this date these ingredients are used in cooking authentic Mexican dishes and drinks.
Great use of spices, fresh chili pepper dishes like fajitas, tortilla chips, corn chips, salsa, chimichangas, burritos, nachos and quesadillas are invented in America. But when you are looking for authentic Mexican food then you must find a restaurant in the city that serves Rajas con Queso, Garbanzo in a Guajillo Chile Sauce, Pork Filled Chiles Rellenos, Chiles en Nogada, Molcajete Salsa, Pico de Gallo and Frijoles de la Olla. An eye-opening fact – Mexican don't like their food hot. They use fresh chili and other spices to create a flavor that lingers in your mouth.
Mexican food is great for those who are Gluten Intolerant as they use Corn instead of wheat in most of their dishes. Also, you can easily find many beans based Mexican dishes. Another dish which didn't get similar glory as tacos or nachos is the Mexican hot chocolate. If you love something hot on a chilly day, then go for Mexican Hot Chocolate. On merry days, you can enjoy the authentic Mexican Drinks like Tequila, Mezcal, Tecuí, Sotol, Bacanora, Charanda, Posh O Pox, Puebla and Pulque. Mexican Cuisine is for people who enjoy strong drinks and hearty meals.
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Emily G.
So good we planned our return home trip to make a stop here for lunch. We have been trying to replicate that chicken tortilla soup - it is beyond delicious. Excellent and friendly staff!
(5)Linda M.
I really am not a big fan of this restaurant as my friend is. We went to La Hacienda on Monday as she returned into town for work. The glass of water was the biggest I have ever seen. Chips and salsa were typical. I ordered the half-size appetizer of chicken nachos as my meal for under $5. Good deal! Large chunks of chicken and melted cheese over fried chips. We were in a large group so it took longer to get our entrees. I think the complimentary chips filled me up that I still had a few pieces of my nachos on my plate.
(3)Brandy S.
Still love this place. Still FANTASTIC chili rellenos. Seems to have gotten a lot more popular than when I first reviewed the place, but that's fine. The service was still fast and friendly, even though the place was packed.
(5)Julianna Y.
I highly recommend getting a coronarita with your meal. It is a margarita with a corona in it. It makes your dinner even more amazing. I usually order the Arroz con Pollo or a burrito. The food is decent. Their queso with bean dip is amazing.
(4)Aaron W.
A cannon blast of awesome in my face!
(5)Roland S.
Crazy crowded, though we were part of the problem with our large group. The overstretched servers did a decent job reacting and keeping up, but the service was slow and they missed a lot of things. The food was good and in decent portions, but not particularly great.
(3)Erin J.
Soup Nazi Soup. And I mean that! The soup here is something I could not live without. I know what your thinking, Soup? At a Mexican place? REALLY? Yes. If you have not had their highly deceivingly named "Chicken Soup" you have not lived! This "chicken soup" is sex for your palate. With rice, chicken, tortilla chips, cheese, fresh avocado, fresh cilantro and so many flavors....... it's heaven in a bowl. In fact I am now going to have to go get some for lunch today! Eat here and observe people around you. You will see many of them end up with a giant bowl being brought out to them. That is the soup. Be warned, if you share it's gigundous portion with someone else, you will fight for the last bite. They also have great salsa, decent chili rellanos, and are heavy handed with the tequila in the margaritas.
(5)Krista A.
I love this place! Decent prices, great salsa. Definitely one of my favorite Mexican places in Indy!
(4)Billy A.
This is my favorite Mexican place in Indy. Food is good and so are the margaritas. Only drawback is the limited seating capacity.
(5)John A.
Read all the reviews and went there today. What a disappointment. Had shrimp fajita and instead pf cooking shrimp they overcooked them and then added them at the end. No flavor and dry as dirt. My wife had chalupas. Last time I looked, chalupas had beans, cheese, lettuce and tomato. This had beans, lettuce, a slice of tomato and something called guac. sauce. Beans had no flavors, tomatos were not ripe and everything was wet from the rised, but never close to dried lettuce. Had to cover it in salsa (only edible thing) and salt to eat. Service was good, but food was horrible.
(1)Lauren W.
The waiting room may be a tad cramped, but it's worth it! The second you are seated, hot chips and fresh salsa are placed right in front of you. Their beverage cups are huge, so you aren't in need of refills very often. You can't go wrong with any of the chicken dishes. Chicken chimichangas, chicken enchiladas, chicken nachos are all amazing. The white cheese that melts over the chicken is TO DIE FOR. I always ask for extra!! Most menu items only come with a side of beans, but you must order a side of rice to go with them. AMAZING beans and rice. You will leave very full and their are coupons on coupons4indy.com
(5)Jackie H.
Found this place using Yelp. 8 of us visiting Indy for a motorcoach rally went for dinner and loved it. We are all originally from S. Calif. and have been craving good mexican food. We found it here. Lots of good food, great salsa, great margaritas and great service.
(4)Paul H.
The place started great. Great salsa with the right amount of cilantro. But the guacamole was guacamole dip (read: sour cream added because the taste of real avocados is too "exotic" for our white-bread clientele). Despite this, I enjoyed it a little but I would have appreciated some real guac, you know, made primarily with avocados! I loved that alcohol prices were on the menu. The food was pretty bad. Normal Mexican food for Indy but pretty horrible as far as food goes. My enchiladas (a "specialty") were swimming in super-rich queso, so much so that I had to eat the chicken out of the middle to avoid the sauce. My wife's steak (also a "specially") was bland and fatty. Seriously there are other places that give you the same "blah" food without having to deal with the crazy crowds.
(2)Jason A.
Chicken soup and choriqueso were tha bomb!
(4)M C.
Absolutely delicious Mexican food. Fun atmosphere. Great prices. One of Indy's best!
(5)Robert G.
Family friendly Mexican restaurant. Typical menu of classic Mexican favorites. The food is not gourmet but far better than similar restaurants in town. The restaurant offers a full bar with reasonable drink prices. This is a popular neighborhood restaurant so don't be surprised if there is a short wait for a table, especially on the weekends.
(4)Nichole H.
My husband was craving Mexican last night, and although we've given up trying to find Baja style Mexican this far from the west coast, we find most Tex-Mex places pretty mediocre as well. We were pleasantly surprised at La Hacienda. The chips and salsa were fresh - and the salsa was much more flavorful than other places we've been. Our entrees were decent - I had the combo with a tamale and a chicken enchilada. The chicken was nice chunks of white meat, and the tamale was shredded beef. A little disappointed that they don't offer the traditional pork tamales, but oh well. Can't expect everything. I actually TASTED the tequila in my margarita which is rare, and quite nice. Dessert left a little to be desired. I was expecting the typical puffed sopapilla and what we got was more like a bunuelo. Oh well. The service is decent, and the atmosphere is similar to most of the good Mexican places I found. It was pretty darn busy last night, but we only waited for about 10 minutes before we got a seat. I will definitely go again.
(4)Molly L.
I have been struggling to find good Mexican food in Indianapolis since I moved here last summer. La Hacienda isn't great, but it will suffice. I ordered nachos, which were OK. Kind of bland. The guacamole on them wasn't that great, and there was hardly any cheese. But the chips and salsa, outdoor patio, service and margaritas were all pretty good. And everything is very reasonably priced.
(3)Urban O.
Probably one of the best and most fun restaurants in the city. From the cramped booths to the bare minimum of English being spoken, to the packed house most nights... it just has that awesome atmosphere you want with your pitcher of margaritas el roco. So the food is very fresh and delicious to add to all that other stuff. This is a must do.
(5)Beth C.
We seriously love this place. We go here at least once a month. The menu has a large variety of options and nominations. Everything I've had there has been good. Price of food is very reasonable. In addition to the yummy food, we like to order the Texas Margaritas! We usually get a pitcher, which is a little under 20 bucks, but it is well worth it. They bring you out a full pitcher and glasses with about a shot or two already in the bottom of the glass. The only one problem we've ever had here is wait. Depending on time of year and the weather (because of outside seating), the wait time can vary. Typically it is pretty quick, but other times it can be longer than you'd expect. But, you could always get a margarita while you wait :)
(5)K A.
I love this place. I have been here over 5 times in the past 3 months since moving back to Indy. Everyone from work hits it up almost once a week, and I got hooked quickly. The salsa is amazing. Be sure to ask for the cheese and guac also with the chips, so good! Another must is the texas style margaritas, make sure to get a pitcher! You might have to wait, and there is not a lot of room to wait inside, but the food does come out quickly! The nachos are delicious along with the chicken soup, and taco salad! You can't beat the price and the portions are huge!
(5)Jeff P.
Clean, colorful and cramped. Food is typical of small restaurants. Salsa was soupy but the food came out so fast I didn't have to suffer eating it.
(3)Susanna E.
Great place to meet up with friends or catch a quick bite during off hours. The place is busy, especially Friday & Sat nites. Great chips & salsa. Speedy service and just good plain ole Mexican food. Staff is always friendly and willing to make most menu substitutions. My favorites: Super Nachos with the best shrimp around! The Chicken Soup is great too, and full of chicken, rice, cilantro and avacado.
(4)Tim T.
Best mexican I can find in Indy. I would give it 3 1/2 (but not an option on here). This isn't too bad. The carnitas is good on most days (try it on tacos with some of their HOT tomatillo sauce), and they have a pretty good pablano pepper. But... my real beef with all of the places that I've check out here in Indy... no fresh salsa. What's up with that? Fresh salsa is a standard at almost ANY real Mexican place you find in Texas or California. Here in Indy, it all comes out of a pre-bought 5 gallon tub... same case here at La Hacienda. Oh well. This place will have to do.
(4)Meg M.
I definitely recommend the chicken soup. They went with an 'everything but the kitchen sink' concept when making it. It came out hot and was flavorful and delicious! You've gotta try it! I give the soup 4 stars, but the restaurant sill only gets 3. Sorry!
(3)Rich B.
All their mexican food is fabulous, but the chicken soup is the best ever. They also have fabulous enchalatas. Every item on the menu is better than the one before it.
(5)Mike H.
Stopped in for dinner while passing thru on business. Food and service was very good. The pork carnitas were very good, flavorful and tender, not overcooked. They came with flour tortillas, huge salad topped with guacamole and a tomato slice. Of course rice and refried beans with the meat. Chips and salsa were at the table immediately. Quick service all the way around. If I lived in the area, this would be a frequent dining spot. The dining area is rather small and cramped which makes it somewhat noisy and if you're at a table, seated very close to other tables. There is an outside deck for eating, drinking and just general hanging out. Overall a good spot if you have a taste for Mexican. This is probably as close as you'll get in Indy, especially if you're use to great Mexican food.
(4)Kylee W.
My favorite mexican place for sure. Left feeling the right amount of full, the food came out fast, the service was good, and the fajitas I got were great.
(5)Juliette J.
Yummy Mexican food. Great Margaritas. Great prices. Friendly wait staff. Feels like Tejas!
(5)Jon T.
Been 1 time........very very good!! Yes cheese dip is great but the tomatillo sauce is awesome - just the right heat and flavor! portions were good and service was good and they were packed!! Even the salsa was good, nice and chuncky definitely better than some other places. Will go back for sure!!!! Have to try something else!!
(4)Kira G.
Met a friend for lunch there on Saturday. I had to wait a few minutes for my eating partner, so while waiting I thoroughly enjoyed the chips and salsa - salsa was just the right amount of spicy and the chips were warm and crispy. The menu was simple - the usual, nothing too fancy. I had the pollo fundido, which was the lunch special for $5 (normally $5.50 for lunch). It was tasty, but nothing spectacular. Eating partner had a beef burrito and beef taco, both of which were mediocre. The Guacamole was tasty, but it was cut heavily with sour cream. I enjoyed the refried beans, and the rice was typical. I'm from Arizona, but currently live in Bloomington. I'd say this place is better than most Mexican places in Bloomington, but no where close to the real stuff in AZ.
(4)Kasey J.
Want great service, great food, and from what my husband says, great beer? Check out La Hacienda on Graham Road (right on Binford Boulevard near 71st Street). I'm not gonna lie to ya: The ambiance is NOT great, but the food makes up for lack of scenery. Food is always hot and cheesy and yummy--and the salsa rocks. There's outdoor seating and televisions inside the bar area (always seem to be showing soccer!). It's hard not to fill up on chips and salsa, but leave room for their awesome entrees. My favorite is Quesadilla Roja, which is filled with chicken or beef , cheese, peppers and red sauce, topped off with shredded lettuce and a fresh tomato slice. Sides include beans and rice, though I always get double rice. (Not because the beans aren't good--I'm just not into beans). Check it out. You're sure to get in quickly and enjoy every last bite.
(4)Judy C.
My husband and I enjoyed a meal here on a Thursday and we still had a short wait. We didn't mind, the place was friendly and festive. The food was excellent the staff very nice and friendly. I'll go back to LaPiedad just because I think the patio is better and the food is just as good.
(4)Jamison R.
Very good and reasonably priced mexican food. Try the chicken soup and order a side of tortillas to dunk in. Soooooo good and a meal on it's own.
(4)Sarah S.
La Hacienda offers most everything you could ask of a mid-range Mexican joint--it's cheap, the food and salsa are good, the service is fast, and you can get beer with your tacos. TVs are never a plus for me unless it's a sports bar, but they have 'em. And I think the ambiance is kind of cool for what it is, involving bizarre paintings with moving waterfalls made of light and such. It's a particularly good spot to come for lunch, since it never seems to get too busy, although with the Binford Boulevard revival campaign, that may soon change.
(4)Molly B.
This place is the epitome of a great Mexican chain. Let's face it, we all love the Mexican chain restaurant but there are things that can disappoint, easily. This is not one of those. The service was incredibly fast and friendly despite how BUSY they were today! Queso is delicious and chips are light and crispy. I got the chimichanga (which I get every Mexican restaurant) and the chicken was REAL tasty chicken with peppers and onions. Love this place and the service and will come back for sure!
(5)Ntianu S.
My boyfriend and I were looking for a quick spot to have dinner, so we headed to La Hacienda. This place is close to home, but I couldn't remember why I didn't come here more often. It wasn't too crowded, which is rare. This place is always packed especially during the warmer months. They have a wonderful patio. We were immediately seated, provided with salsa, and our order was taken. I couldn't resist the margarita on special and the chimichangas. My boyfriend ordered the burrito. It didn't take more than 15 minutes for our food to come out. I was ready to dig in. After taking a few bites of my meal, I realized why I didn't visit this place more often. The food is just not that good. The tortillas was nice and crispy, but the dish itself was not very flavorful. My boyfriend did not enjoy his burrito. It was sloppily put together and bland. We were both underwhelmed. Now, what I did thoroughly enjoy was the frozen margarita. Oh my stars! Yes! It was delicious. I would go back time and time again for the margarita alone. Totally worth it. All and all decent visit. Excellent margarita. Good service, but the food was meh.
(3)Jeffery B.
I personally have to stop getting drunk here, there are kids around and it's not appropriate. However The Margaritas are killer! The top shelf versions are only $20 and will get around 3-4 average adults into a happy place. Let me just say the food is good. I wouldn't define my knowledge of Hispanic fare here, but if you want to have fun with friends and a sizzlin' platter of fajitas then you have a winner. Now to be honest I'm a little past tipsy now...and it's a Tuesday so like...whatever but I love this place so much! The decor is so colorful!!
(5)Clare L.
If you've lived in Indy for any sizeable length of time, chances are you've heard talk about La Hacienda (or LaHa as it is affectionately known around these parts) and their amazing chicken tortilla soup. That, along with many other Mexican favorites on the menu here, is delicious. You can't go wrong with the arroz con pollo or quesadillas, and obviously the queso is wonderful. WARNING: the Texas margaritas are delicious but quite dangerous. Those'll get ya! The patio is a fun place to sit in the summer and there is always enough parking as they have their own lot. LaHa is definitely about as authentic of a Mexican food experience as you can get in the Indianapolis area. Great stuff!
(4)Heather B.
Delicious food, amazing margaritas. Service is a little bit or miss. Be prepared for a long wait at peak dinner and lunch times. Favorite dishes are the chicken soup, the pork tacos, and the chalupas !
(4)Sarah Nicole B.
I just don't understand the hype about this place. I ordered nachos... that didn't come with cheese. No cheese on nachos? That's not the kind of food I want to eat. The price is right but the food isn't that great.
(2)Debbie P.
Muy Bueno!!! La Hacienda has delicioso food and great staff! The decor had an authentic Mexican vibe all the way down to the really colorful tables and chairs. They give you chips and homemade salsa to start, which were really good! We had to ask for 2 chip refills. We also ordered a pitcher of the Texas Margarita, and let's just say they were generous with the tequila... I ordered the Texas Fajita, which included beef, chicken and shrimp. OMG! It was so good! And really filling! I was almost able to finish it (almost). And the prices were VERY reasonable. My dish was only $10.95! So if you're ever heading South on I-69, keep following the freeway to the end and take a left on Graham and head into La Hacienda.
(4)Khadijeh V.
I could go on and on about how much I loved this place but I'll keep it short. It's amazing. I think about it every day still. I live in Chicago and would drive to Indy just for this one restaurant alone. I never thought I liked Mexican food before and now I realize it's because I never had good Mexican food. And I'm from Texas so that's means A LOT. Chips are amazing. Queso is amazing. Enchiladas are amazing. Rice and beans are amazing. And they have the green El Yucateco hot sauce! Ok I have to stop now. My mouth is watering.
(5)Kala S.
I just cannot get enough of this place. I frequent this restaurant probably 3 times a week with coworkers and friends. I am partial to the Texas Fajitas but I find that the burrito fundito and the beef nachos call my name as well. I have not tried the chicken tortilla soup but every time I am there with a friend I hear rave reviews about the flavor and combination of ingredients. I don't find the staff super friendly or not friendly. It seems they are just there to do their job and not really create an exceptional experience. So don't expect too much while visiting this place in the way of hospitality. You can, however, expect a speedy meal. I never wait long at all to be seated or served. They certainly turn tables quickly.
(3)Lindsay R.
I've been a couple times recently, and the lowdown is that the food is really good but the service is spotty.. this could be because both times I went were Saturday evenings. This place gets packed and doesn't have a lot of parking options! The chicken quesadilla is huge and awesome. The fajitas could have more of a kick to them. The salsa is okay. On the flip side the prices are affordable. The vodka and tonic went down smoothly. There are TVs everywhere if you want to catch a game. Suggestions: try Adobo or La Piedad!
(3)Harishankar U.
Pretty ordinary food. The food was not hot and the service was poor. The flan is probably the worst I have had. It's more like cinnamoflan, with cinnamon everywhere.
(2)Graham T.
This place is the thing. For $6I almost got half a gallon of Negro Modello :). Had the Texas Fajitas and had enough left for my lunch the next day. This seemed like a very authentic place and was busy as hell. I really enjoyed he ambiance and experience.
(5)Janice Ann R.
This is a typical Mexican restaurant in Indiana, no surprises - fajitas, beans & rice, burritos, combo plates. What they do so well is their amazingly delicious Texas margaritas served by super friendly staff. Busy little place, easy to get to right off Binford Blvd south of 71st street. Nothing finer than sitting on their roomy patio on a warm evening, sunset flaming the sky, sharing a pitcher of aforementioned Texas 'ritas with friends.
(4)Sharee M.
Wow. Just freaking wow. That's really all I can say about the food here. I have passed by La Hacienda a few times and didn't really think much of it. However, my last ride pass I saw the comment on their sign declaring "Best Mexican Food in Indy". Oh really, now? If you're that bold, let's try and see. Well, they mean what they say. It was the best Mexican food I've had in years. Hands down, everything and I mean EVERTHING we had was outstanding. Even the service was fast, which was impressive considering they we in the process of closing their kitchen when we ordered. The chips and salsa were on point! My tamales were prefect and the platter was large with surrounding meat and sauce. The taco was good and finally, the Pollo Dido was AMAZING! My hubby took Yelpers advice and ordered the Chicken soup, which he had was amazing. The protons here are massive. WE had food for three days. Prices were more than reasonable. The decor was beautiful throughout the restaurant. The services were friendly. We really like this place and will go back next month for a double date. We will be customers for a long time to come.
(5)Leroy M.
Only been here once on a busy Sat summer night and was very pleased with the rapid service and quality of food. Will def be back!! Fajitas were great!!
(5)Elisha G.
The service here is really fast and the establishment is clean and very decorative. The servers are friendly and the food is fairly priced. The only reason I gave it a 4 instead of a 5 is because of the seasoning of the meat, I love the guacamole but the meat leaves a bit to be desired. Nevertheless I'd still and will try them again :)
(4)Tilcia G.
Great food. I asked for a double alcohol less sugar mixer margarita and the guy recommended El TEXAS margarita. Weeellll... That is DELICIOUSLY STRONG. 16oz greaaaaaat.
(5)Suzie T.
Another good night with their great food. 5 stars for their following direct instructions on our carry-out. It seems there's always something wrong with carry out orders. I asked if we could have our enchiladas & chimichanga deconstructed so they wouldn't be soggy & we could reheat if needed. Sure enough, they came as requested. -and no green peppers which would make it inedible for me. Hats off to the guy that took our order and spoke/understood English! Yum again!
(5)Anastasia A.
Delicious Mexican food at reasonable prices. The decor is festive and bright, everything is very clean and welcoming. Good service. Free chips and salsa. The chicken in my chicken taco was so tender, and the spices were perfect. The shredded beef vs. ground beef was the way to go for the beef burrito, it was outstanding. The salsa seemed homemade, was not too hot but very flavorful. Many lunch specials to choose from and cheap Mexican beer. This place did not disappoint.
(4)Seleen T.
Service was pretty slow and wasn't pleased with the carne Asada. I was expecting a better steak but the sangria was good.
(3)Alexandrea P.
Good food, margaritas, and queso. Painted booth tops are nice, quick service-similar to Cancun
(4)Francisco V.
Not real mexican food more like Tex-Mex. There fresh water drinks are made from powder not real and there salsas are from bottles not freshly made.
(2)Jen M.
The design of the tables and chairs alone makes this place great...colorful and authentic Mex. Patio seating is great. Service is fast for sure. Margaritas are not the best you will have, sorry. Chicken fajitas were good but needed a touch of salt. Portion was huge. Queso is very good and so is their salsa. Outdoor seating can be a little on the loud side because of the proximity to the street and major intersection.
(4)Paige C.
One of the only Mexican restaurants around that has outdoor seating! I constantly ask myself why there aren't more like this - seriously, what is better on a beautiful day than sitting outside with your margarita and big ole vat of cheese dip and chips!? It's a great Mexican place in Indy and I think their Arroz Con Pollo is the best I've ever had :)
(5)Sam S.
Love this place! Eat here all the time with my family. The employees are courteous and fast and the food couldn't be better!
(5)Jeff C.
Experts at tortilla soup and of course great fajitas. This is a great Mexican restaurant that is our go to favorite. It's a neighborhood spot and very well priced.
(5)Laura H.
"Best Mexican food in town" is no joke. Ridiculously speedy, attentive service and great food. Nothing revolutionary, really, but so, so tasty!
(4)Chris F.
For Indiana, this is good Mexican food. Carnitas are good. Salsa and chips are served automatically and free. Somewhat of a party and sports bar scene based on TVs and noise. The decorations are pretty cool and Latino.
(4)Brittany H.
Love the food, the prices, and the speedy service! The only thing is that it's a little cramped inside, but that's a small price to pay for this awesome place!
(5)Dana M.
Worst service ever. Had to ask 3 times for water and our waiter had 1 table. Won't be back anytime soon
(1)Laura S.
Food was mediocre, smothered in queso. Not very authentic. Wait time was long. They didn't have the type of tequila I requested either.
(1)Ben B.
Oh, damn. DAYUM! Without Yelp, I'd drive by the nondescript La Hacienda building and think, "That place looks like a dump." Thanks to Yelp, I walked into that dump and found a Mexican wonderland of flavors! As you enter, you'll see how bright it is. Hand-carved chairs and booths are painted with vivid scenes that could not possibly occur in Indianapolis. These are memories of another place... a place with mouthwatering food. And holy smokes, the food is so, so, so good. On Yelp's recommendation, I ordered the chicken soup. It's got chicken, melted cheese, onions and... hell, I don't know... liquid crack. I spooned it into my mouth so fast, I'm sure my right hand just looked like a blur. For my entree, I got the enchiladas verdes. It comes with salsa on the side, so you can determine how badly you want to drown them. So freakin' good. The chicken was seasoned perfectly. And underneath those tortillas, it was swimming in hot nacho cheese! I also ordered a 24 oz. Texas margarita. ("Texas" is their code for "top shelf liquor.") It was head-slappingly strong to start, but got smoother as the ice melted. You pretty much know a Mexican joint is awesome if they can get their chips and salsa right. And La Hacienda aces that with flying colors. Friends, I ate so much that I started to ache. And like some kind of marathon runner who'd hit the wall at mile 20... I forced myself to continue. Exquisite, delicious pain! I'm writing this three days after my visit and my mouth is still watering. GO. NOW.
(5)Jonathan D.
THE BEST MEXICAN FOOD IN INDIANAPOLIS!!! The service is on point as well as the food. I have not had better salsa, better queso, or better margaritas anywhere. The price is also pretty good besides the margaritas. But really, how can you put a price on a good rita??? My wife and I eat here once to three times a week.
(5)Nathan B.
Hands down best Mexican food in the area. Service is fast and quality is consistent, this local gem is not to be missed.
(5)Sanabel K.
Been here multiple times. Service is good. Food is pretty good. I usually get the fajitas and portions are huge. My husband and I share one order and we get stuffed.
(4)Ben R.
This review comes not after a bad experience, but rather two, and honestly leading up to what is just a disappointing decline for a once fave spot of mine. A once pathetic excuse for a restaurant, let alone a Mexican restaurant, turned around within a few years. And eventually became a HUGE favorite. Fast, friendly service, and some of the best Mexican food around. It stayed this way for more than several years, It is now, sadly, on the decline to becoming what it once was.I was REALLY hoping that our last few times here were just "off nights"...but I was wrong. The thing about La Ha, is that it's the only Mexican joint around the area. This is a good, and as of late a bad thing for La Ha. The food is on the decline, and the service is aberrant. They clearly can not keep up with the increase in business. I would post pics of our food, but we never got it. We were sat at where I can only imagine one other table would be worse to sit at, and that would be one next to the bathroom. It was a table that was an arms length from where the servers come out and go into the kitchen. UTTER chaos at your table....:) I looked around, and there were no other tables open. So, needless to say, we decided to have some drinks, and order our food to go. IMO, Mexican is as good carryout, as dining in, so we had no problems with that. Our server took our drink order, we said we would like some food to go. We drank our first round, and didn't see her for at least 15 minutes. She eventually came back, we ordered another round, and our food. We drank our second round of brews, and at the THIRTY minute mark we had enough. She NEVER came back. We noticed others had been sat, and ordered, and received their food after us. I only review experiences I've had, but in this case, I have to write of the gentlemen sitting next to me. He had a plate of what I'm guessing was supposed to be beef fajitas...IDK, but when they set the plate down, the look on his face was of one who just had a book of Sanskrit put in front of him, and someone said tell me what that says..... In our time of wait, we did have the "opportunity" to see the chaos in the kitchen, since it was....right there at our table! We noticed a kitchen staff arguing, and yelling at the wait staff. (GF and I were in the biz for a combined total of over 20 years, so this is common) but it got to the point where the servers were leaving the kitchen and not returning. Also we got to see servers pulling out tortilla chips with their bare hands. I normally have no issue with bare hands, unless they're the same ones used to pick up dirty dishes and dirty glasses. We weren't upset at not having our chips refilled at that point. We went to the front to pay for our brews, and the gentlemen who runs the checkout desk most of the time, I'm going to assume is the owner/GM, as he's been here since day 1. I don't know, but when we said we'd like to pay for our drinks, he asked if we had a bill. We told him no, never got one, or our to go food, and it's now going on an hour. His response only prompted me and my girlfriend to look at each other like we were Sanskrit. He said "Yeah, I don't know what's going on in the kitchen, they are messed up or something".....WHAT? So go fix it! Man if ever there is a place that needs Gordon Ramsay, it's here. I only hope they figure it out before they slip back to where they once used to be. They have Cinco coming up, but after that....eeeeek. Good luck to 'em. And just to emphasize things here, this review was NOT based on one bad experience. The time before this, we dined there and our food was cold, but the plates were hot. Time before that, our order was completely wrong...etc. etc. etc. I'm not posting a bad review because I was unhappy this one time. It's sad to see this place going back to a bad, shotty restaurant.
(1)Sarah C.
Hooray for wonderful Mexican restaurants! I'm tickled pink that this place will literally be minutes away from my soon to be new apartment. It's not a huge place - so don't be surprised when you walk in and it's filled with humans - stomachs growling. The waitress was quick to take our order and had our meals out in a timely manner. The chips and salsa, which are always a great start, really hit the spot. I should start to branch out more with my main dish, but I decided to stick with my usual "Daniella's Special." Wasn't disappointed. I wasn't in the mood for a margarita that night, but boy oh boy did they look good. Very pleased with this place and I can't wait to head back.
(4)Rick G.
I've been to a couple of the other La Haciendas in town, but this one is way over and above the rest. The food is always hot, fresh, and tasty. Our drinks are always kept refilled, and the servers are always friendly. Due to the location, the lunch and dinner hours can get quite crowded, so there might be a bit of a wait if you arrive at those times, but it's never been terribly long for us. I knocked a star off because, both times we've been there, the service has been great up till the time we needed our check, but then there was a bit of a wait. Not terribly long, but long enough to knock a star off.
(4)Avery B.
Chicken fajitas are great , the food is constantly good sometimes there's a wait it is reasonably priced and the Portions are generous
(3)Betsy W.
They make a chicken soup that I crave quite a bit. The service is always fast and good, too.
(4)John B.
I'm in a church group that meets Tuesday nights, and afterward we go to La Hacienda on Graham Road, Indy. Of course, I'm not forced to go to the restaurant and dine, but otherwise the choices are to watch other people eat or miss out on the fellowship altogether. So I and my significant other usually go. As for atmosphere and food, this restaurant is about the same as most Mexican-run places around Indy, with its gringo-friendly (Tex-Mex style) fare. One week, we didn't feel very hungry and, aside from munching the free chips and salsa, ordered a side of chori-queso and later shared a dessert flan. I got no sense of resentment from the staff for "going cheap" and the queso was very tasty. The next week, I had a taco salad, which was OK though the refried beans and other ingredients in the bottom of the crispy tortilla bowl got a bit sloppy. I've definitely had better. Another week, I tried the "Nachos Hacienda" which the menu said came with chicken and sprinkled with shrimp - by this I presumed small salad shrimp, but instead there were several full size shrimp on the platter, along with the chicken and plenty of cheese and such for all the chips. This dish is highly recommended! I've also had regular combos with enchiladas and such, and while they aren't bad, they aren't write-home-about. Still, I've seen others order the chicken-and-rice and be amazed at how hearty the portion is. As for the service, they always put in a good effort, even with the little crowd we bring in. The last time I was there, the servers were handing me my usual water with lemon before I even had the chance to order. Bottom line is that this place is good (if Yelp allowed half-stars, I'd go 3.5) but not the best. Still, if you get to go multiple times (like me), take a chance on the various dishes on the menu instead of the same old combos you can get at 20 other joints around Indy.
(3)Corrine P.
I love this place. Patio seating. Pitcher's of Margaritas. Not expensive. Great atmosphere. Good times. This might sound crazy but get the chicken soup!! It's $5 and delicious! And you're thinking, chicken soup? Why would anyone order chicken soup at a Mexican Restaurant? Because it's amazballs!
(5)Sarine J.
LOVE this place. The chorizo cheese dip is amazing.
(4)Dylan M.
I have been to this place many times, it is always great. First off the chips and salsa that are served before you order are great. hot fresh chips, and homemade salsa with a kick. Its hard to pick a favorite, but the "el burro de roccqueta" which is a pork dish is to die for. It always seems to be crowded so there may be a slight wait, but it never seems to be more than 15 min. give it a try!
(5)Kaleend D.
Nice ambience decent food. Quick and fast service despite being always busy. Ok place not so great as I was expecting.
(2)Barbie C.
Great menu, have tried several items and have not been disappointed. I have been dining here since the first day the doors opened. Food is authentic, prices are great. Cheese and beef dip are a must for me EVERYTIME!
(4)Jennifer S.
I don't know how I have gotten this far into YELP without writing a review for our staple "Taco Store", La Hacienda! This place is fabulous. I have yet to get anything on the menu I don't care for. My usual is the Texas Fajitas, a large serving of shrimp, chicken and beef with peppers and onions served with flour tortillas & all the toppings (lettace, sour cream, tomatoes and guacamole at NO EXTRA CHARGE). The tortilla soup is enough to satisfy you, and the pork nachos are melt in your mouth yummy! I usually get them 'supreme' with the extras (listed above) - with a full order less than $7. They have a full bar, beer & margarita pitchers and a great kids menu. We always leave stuffed with the leftover food 'to go'. I love the staff, they're patient and friendly in a rather stressful environment of a packed house (Thursdays, weekends and on days the patio is open).
(4)Tom W.
Can't miss Mexican food. Recommend the shrimp quesadilla that I enjoyed tonight. Last trip I had the arroyos con pollo that was equally delicious. Someone in our party had the chicken soup which was served as a huge bowl (pot) of soup and also delicious. Even with a my margarita the bill for 5 was around $50. (And we brought food home)
(4)Food C.
One of my favorites. Their regular salsa is so awesome, I just want a spoon or a straw to suck it back. I recently found out they make a hot salsa. Ask for it. It's mind-blowing. What can be said about Hacienda? Great food, great atmosphere, reasonable prices, extremely attentive staff. It just puts me in a very good mood to go there. A word of warning: not all Haciendas run the same or have the same menu. Some have Coke; some have Pepsi, among notable variations. This location gets a 5, while I won't go to some other locations. Be advised that my review extends only to this location.
(5)Leslie L.
Not the type of Mexican food I'm use to, more like Tex Mex. Coming from So CA I have to rate this restaurant 2 stars. In my opinion Mexican food should not have ground beef in it! Margaritas and food were bland at best.
(2)Jeff B.
This maybe a bit biased as we eat there once to twice every week. Margaritas texas style as the best this side of Mexico!! All of food pricing is the most reasonable pricing of any Meican resturant anywere. The sign says it all BEST MEXICAN FOOD IN INDY. We always do birthday parties and family dinners there as I get to pay the bill and you can feed 8 to 10 with drinks......(Margaritas, beer, wine) for just over a 100 bucks. They have several locations around Indy all are different and this is the best one as you can tell from the parking lot and line to get in everyday!
(5)Hayley B.
I visited La Hacienda for the first time and it blew me away! It was absolutely packed and they pretty much had a line out the door and somehow we were seated immediately. The staff was extremely friendly but also quick on their feet and always moving to get customers what they needed. The food was amazing, to say the very least, and a really decent price! I'm thankful I don't live closer because I would most likely eat there every other day. Great restaurant!
(5)Eric B.
I eat too much Mexican food. It is so simple and safe. When it comes to last minute dining, if you can't come to a group consensus, you can easily default to Mexican. Everyone can find something on the menu they can enjoy, drinks are always an option, and if you are really hungry the traditional serving chips/salsa will give instant gratification. I have always heard that La Hacienda is one of the better Mexican restaurants on the north side. And, in a moment of extreme hunger and difficult decision making, I defaulted to Mexican. This should have been a slam dunk for La Hacienda because my level of hunger would have made anything taste outstanding. Well, they instead went for a lay up and tossed up a brick. The service was awful. We were seated quickly and our drink orders were taken instantly. However, it took probably 10 minutes to receive our drinks and another 15 to even check if we were ready to order. Someone in management happened to walk by our table, notice us just sitting there, and had to wrestle our waiter away from the female hostess... with whom he he was flirting with instead of serving his tables. I thought maybe this was an anomaly, so I brought it up with a friend who suggested the establishment so highly. His instant response was 'oh yeah, the service is always awful'. The salsa was bland, the guacamole was that neon green out-of-the-bag color, and presentation was nothing to get excited about. And, typically, I wouldn't expect anything less of a Mexican joint in this price range. At this point in the game, the only thing left to distinguish yourself from the other restaurants of this caliber is price point (negative), service (definitely not), location/convenience (nope), or specials (not really). If you live nearby, want mexican food, and don't mind really apathetic and slow service - this will suffice. If you have any expectations at all of this establishment setting itself apart, you will be disappointed.
(2)Meg H.
Always delicious! Good service too. Usually get an awesome margarita and add yummy queso up front to compliment the chips and spicy salsa.
(5)Christina V.
Absolutely our favorite place for mexican food! Moved to TX recently and we've been so disappointed in the mexican food here...miss our "La Ha" so much! Ate here once or twice a week for the last 3 years we lived in indy. We honestly tried to stop going but just couldn't! Best salsa we've found ANYWHERE, including in Central Am/South Am on travels. It can vary though depending on who made it that day - but 90% of the time has a great cilantro kick. Food is cheap, quick, and tasty. Our personal favorites are the Quesadilla Verde, Pollo Fundido, Pollo Asada, or Taco's Asada (flour tortillas instead of corn). The queso is flavorful & the beers come in huge ICED frozen mugs. I would skip the fajitas in general - not always, but they tend be greasier than one might prefer. This place is VERY popular and has grown in popularity tremendously over the last few years, so if you come during peak hours be ready to wait. Or just be smart and go slightly before or after the main crowd. Best part? If you're in a hurry, you can be in & out of this place, having had an entire sit-down meal, in under 30 minutes.
(5)Shannon G.
This place is one of my two favorite Mexican places in Indy. Similar to other reviews, their margaritas and salsa are out of this world. Absolutely delicious!
(5)Robin L.
Great food. We waited about 15 minutes, but once we were seated the food was out in no time, which was clutch since we had kids with us. I did the "make your own" style combo and the price was quite fair. Only complaint, not much room when waiting to be seated, we were really crammed in.
(4)Kyle B.
This place has great drinks and great food! The atmosphere inside is great and the outdoor seating is plentiful. Try the Chori Queso, it is amazing!
(4)Tiffany B.
Get the chicken soup. Just trust me, get the chicken soup. Every time I get the sniffles, have a flu or just need comforting, I get the chicken soup. It's got heat, but not too much, has fresh avocados, tortillas and fresh chicken. And so affordable! The chips are made in house and the salsa is a good basic. Staff is friendly, but the main dining hour will likely require waiting...
(4)Stephanie C.
Oh yes I am a fan. There must be something wrong with me. Or maybe it was the foggy day that kept people away, but I always seem to go to restaurants when they are almost empty. Either way, I stayed. The latin music and funky colorful designs compelled me. Big Hacienda Burrito. They weren't kidding about BIG. Grilled chicken, refried beans, rice, just a hint of spiciness with a side salad of tomatoes, shredded lettuce, guacamole and a dollop of sour cream. All the ingredients needed for an amazing burrito. All for the price of $9.95. Not too bad. The service isn't too great, I thought I might have gone in at their closing time (3pm) but nope apparently they close at 10pm. There must have been a soccer game going on or something. Regardless of the service, the place is clean, the food is great and I had a good time. I'll be going back.
(4)Erin D.
This is my family's favorite Mexican place, great chips and salsa, queso, guacamole. Try the Texas margarita and also the chalupa.
(5)Cassandra W.
Let me just start by saying, There isn't a thing I don't like about La Hacienda. I love this place! I loved it when I lived here 6 years ago, I love it now. I love their painted furniture and sunshiney decor. I love their smirky little La Hacienda faces when you come in the door looking like you might keel over if you don't get some Mexican food in your belly stat. I love the Acapulco Chicken dinner. I love the queso. I love the salsa and the tortilla chips. I love them so much that I often have to hold my belly when I leave. I can't stop. They bring another basket. It's a nightmare mixed with a wonderful dream. They let my baby sit on the table. She does. She loves their rice and beans. My husband had the fish tacos upon our last visit and he said they were bland. I slapped him in the face. (not really, but I thought it and pictured it) How dare he insult my La Hacienda. Then I remembered that a vegetarian acquaintance I had said the fish tacos were bland. I then took back the fake slap. Hm.. -1 star, fish tacos should be good too. I still love you La Hacienda. It's okay. Fish tacos can be complicated, I forgive you.
(4)Marie F.
Stop for a early lunch on Saturday the patio was great and the food is awesome.
(4)Leslie H.
Kids eat free on Mondays! You must definitely order their guacamole. The chips are hot and their cool guacamole is irresistible.
(4)Sarah B.
Absolutely love this place! I now come here 2 or more times a week to fill my Mexican food addiction:) If you love queso like me I would recommend the Arroz con pollo or the Gringo special (chicken and cheese quesadilla with queso and beans poured over top). Texas fajitas are also one of my favs! Ask for Alberto or Jesus and they will take care of you like a family member.
(5)Jacob M.
La Hacienda is exactly what you want in a Mexican restaurant. It is cheap. It is consistent. It has cheap, consistent margaritas. :-)
(4)Ashley C.
This place was not too bad. They have pretty cool decorated chairs. The service is nice and fast. I ordered a combo plate with a burrito and enchilada and so did my husband. I also got a margarita. The portions didn't really seem that big. I am used to always having leftovers when I go for Mexican but we both managed to eat mostly everything. The margarita was decent but I prefer mine a bit stronger. If someone wanted to come here I wouldn't have a problem coming back but I prefer other nearby Mexican restaurants.
(3)Rob S.
Friendly, prompt service. The Margaritas, chips and salsa are amazing. The colorful tiles on the table tops and hand-carved chairs add significantly to the kitschy charm of the place. As an entrée, I had the chicken enchiladas and they were delicious. Prices are very reasonable.
(5)Laina G.
My first visit to La Hacienda was in May 2014 the service was great and it was my first time having Fried Enchilada's it was so good!!!!!!! and there Peach Margarita's are to die for needless to say I"ve been back several times never had an issue with Customer Services... Girls Night Out ...... Here We Come...
(4)Morgan C.
Hands down my favorite Mexican restaurant in the city. If you plan on visiting "La Ha", as I affectionately call it, I would recommend coming early or planning to wait. Some nights the waiting lobby will be so packed it overflows into the parking lot - but there are still many willing to wait, speaking volumes in an area close to many other restaurants. Make sure you ask about their specials because they often feature drink specials. I do not think I know how to eat Mexican food without an accompanying margarita, which so perfectly compliments all food. Go with the Texas style for top shelf liquors. The fajitas are my favorite menu item but come as a large serving so I would suggest sharing with a friend. The house made chips and standard (but amazing) goat cheese "queso" are also must have menu items at this colorful little joint.
(4)Hailey N.
Love this place. Their price is awesome. Ordered a fajita a couple of times and they are very generous with the amount of food you get for such a reasonable price. Me and my bf shared a combo fajita for $11, we were stuffed with a little left over. I am going here every time I want Mexican food.
(4)Debbie B.
Favorite Indy Mexican food, we now go 2 times a week. Our favorite servers are Alberto & Jesus, they are on it when it comes to service
(5)Emily G.
So good we planned our return home trip to make a stop here for lunch. We have been trying to replicate that chicken tortilla soup - it is beyond delicious. Excellent and friendly staff!
(5)Linda M.
I really am not a big fan of this restaurant as my friend is. We went to La Hacienda on Monday as she returned into town for work. The glass of water was the biggest I have ever seen. Chips and salsa were typical. I ordered the half-size appetizer of chicken nachos as my meal for under $5. Good deal! Large chunks of chicken and melted cheese over fried chips. We were in a large group so it took longer to get our entrees. I think the complimentary chips filled me up that I still had a few pieces of my nachos on my plate.
(3)Brandy S.
Still love this place. Still FANTASTIC chili rellenos. Seems to have gotten a lot more popular than when I first reviewed the place, but that's fine. The service was still fast and friendly, even though the place was packed.
(5)Julianna Y.
I highly recommend getting a coronarita with your meal. It is a margarita with a corona in it. It makes your dinner even more amazing. I usually order the Arroz con Pollo or a burrito. The food is decent. Their queso with bean dip is amazing.
(4)Aaron W.
A cannon blast of awesome in my face!
(5)Roland S.
Crazy crowded, though we were part of the problem with our large group. The overstretched servers did a decent job reacting and keeping up, but the service was slow and they missed a lot of things. The food was good and in decent portions, but not particularly great.
(3)Beth B.
How can you go wrong with a margarita as big as your head? The answer is, you can't! It's always a packed house but that's okay. There's a nice deck outside, there is plenty of space inside for dining, and it is also a family friendly environment. The staff is kind, friendly, and tend to be quick on their toes! I always seem to fill up on the guacamole, queso dip, or chips and salsa before my food even arrives. Simple and delicious! That's why I tend to order a la carte (taco, burritos, etc can be ordered a la carte). The traditional dishes are a very full plate. If I order off the menu, typically I'm bringing a doggy bag home. Lastly, you can't beat the prices. Extremely reasonable dinner for two!
(4)Kami L.
The chicken soup really is amazing. Like, mond-blowingly good. Lunch specials are great and the food comes out fast. Love!
(4)Erin J.
Soup Nazi Soup. And I mean that! The soup here is something I could not live without. I know what your thinking, Soup? At a Mexican place? REALLY? Yes. If you have not had their highly deceivingly named "Chicken Soup" you have not lived! This "chicken soup" is sex for your palate. With rice, chicken, tortilla chips, cheese, fresh avocado, fresh cilantro and so many flavors....... it's heaven in a bowl. In fact I am now going to have to go get some for lunch today! Eat here and observe people around you. You will see many of them end up with a giant bowl being brought out to them. That is the soup. Be warned, if you share it's gigundous portion with someone else, you will fight for the last bite. They also have great salsa, decent chili rellanos, and are heavy handed with the tequila in the margaritas.
(5)Krista A.
I love this place! Decent prices, great salsa. Definitely one of my favorite Mexican places in Indy!
(4)Billy A.
This is my favorite Mexican place in Indy. Food is good and so are the margaritas. Only drawback is the limited seating capacity.
(5)John A.
Read all the reviews and went there today. What a disappointment. Had shrimp fajita and instead pf cooking shrimp they overcooked them and then added them at the end. No flavor and dry as dirt. My wife had chalupas. Last time I looked, chalupas had beans, cheese, lettuce and tomato. This had beans, lettuce, a slice of tomato and something called guac. sauce. Beans had no flavors, tomatos were not ripe and everything was wet from the rised, but never close to dried lettuce. Had to cover it in salsa (only edible thing) and salt to eat. Service was good, but food was horrible.
(1)Lauren W.
The waiting room may be a tad cramped, but it's worth it! The second you are seated, hot chips and fresh salsa are placed right in front of you. Their beverage cups are huge, so you aren't in need of refills very often. You can't go wrong with any of the chicken dishes. Chicken chimichangas, chicken enchiladas, chicken nachos are all amazing. The white cheese that melts over the chicken is TO DIE FOR. I always ask for extra!! Most menu items only come with a side of beans, but you must order a side of rice to go with them. AMAZING beans and rice. You will leave very full and their are coupons on coupons4indy.com
(5)Jackie H.
Found this place using Yelp. 8 of us visiting Indy for a motorcoach rally went for dinner and loved it. We are all originally from S. Calif. and have been craving good mexican food. We found it here. Lots of good food, great salsa, great margaritas and great service.
(4)Paul H.
The place started great. Great salsa with the right amount of cilantro. But the guacamole was guacamole dip (read: sour cream added because the taste of real avocados is too "exotic" for our white-bread clientele). Despite this, I enjoyed it a little but I would have appreciated some real guac, you know, made primarily with avocados! I loved that alcohol prices were on the menu. The food was pretty bad. Normal Mexican food for Indy but pretty horrible as far as food goes. My enchiladas (a "specialty") were swimming in super-rich queso, so much so that I had to eat the chicken out of the middle to avoid the sauce. My wife's steak (also a "specially") was bland and fatty. Seriously there are other places that give you the same "blah" food without having to deal with the crazy crowds.
(2)Jason A.
Chicken soup and choriqueso were tha bomb!
(4)M C.
Absolutely delicious Mexican food. Fun atmosphere. Great prices. One of Indy's best!
(5)Robert G.
Family friendly Mexican restaurant. Typical menu of classic Mexican favorites. The food is not gourmet but far better than similar restaurants in town. The restaurant offers a full bar with reasonable drink prices. This is a popular neighborhood restaurant so don't be surprised if there is a short wait for a table, especially on the weekends.
(4)Nichole H.
My husband was craving Mexican last night, and although we've given up trying to find Baja style Mexican this far from the west coast, we find most Tex-Mex places pretty mediocre as well. We were pleasantly surprised at La Hacienda. The chips and salsa were fresh - and the salsa was much more flavorful than other places we've been. Our entrees were decent - I had the combo with a tamale and a chicken enchilada. The chicken was nice chunks of white meat, and the tamale was shredded beef. A little disappointed that they don't offer the traditional pork tamales, but oh well. Can't expect everything. I actually TASTED the tequila in my margarita which is rare, and quite nice. Dessert left a little to be desired. I was expecting the typical puffed sopapilla and what we got was more like a bunuelo. Oh well. The service is decent, and the atmosphere is similar to most of the good Mexican places I found. It was pretty darn busy last night, but we only waited for about 10 minutes before we got a seat. I will definitely go again.
(4)Molly L.
I have been struggling to find good Mexican food in Indianapolis since I moved here last summer. La Hacienda isn't great, but it will suffice. I ordered nachos, which were OK. Kind of bland. The guacamole on them wasn't that great, and there was hardly any cheese. But the chips and salsa, outdoor patio, service and margaritas were all pretty good. And everything is very reasonably priced.
(3)Urban O.
Probably one of the best and most fun restaurants in the city. From the cramped booths to the bare minimum of English being spoken, to the packed house most nights... it just has that awesome atmosphere you want with your pitcher of margaritas el roco. So the food is very fresh and delicious to add to all that other stuff. This is a must do.
(5)Beth C.
We seriously love this place. We go here at least once a month. The menu has a large variety of options and nominations. Everything I've had there has been good. Price of food is very reasonable. In addition to the yummy food, we like to order the Texas Margaritas! We usually get a pitcher, which is a little under 20 bucks, but it is well worth it. They bring you out a full pitcher and glasses with about a shot or two already in the bottom of the glass. The only one problem we've ever had here is wait. Depending on time of year and the weather (because of outside seating), the wait time can vary. Typically it is pretty quick, but other times it can be longer than you'd expect. But, you could always get a margarita while you wait :)
(5)K A.
I love this place. I have been here over 5 times in the past 3 months since moving back to Indy. Everyone from work hits it up almost once a week, and I got hooked quickly. The salsa is amazing. Be sure to ask for the cheese and guac also with the chips, so good! Another must is the texas style margaritas, make sure to get a pitcher! You might have to wait, and there is not a lot of room to wait inside, but the food does come out quickly! The nachos are delicious along with the chicken soup, and taco salad! You can't beat the price and the portions are huge!
(5)Jeff P.
Clean, colorful and cramped. Food is typical of small restaurants. Salsa was soupy but the food came out so fast I didn't have to suffer eating it.
(3)Susanna E.
Great place to meet up with friends or catch a quick bite during off hours. The place is busy, especially Friday & Sat nites. Great chips & salsa. Speedy service and just good plain ole Mexican food. Staff is always friendly and willing to make most menu substitutions. My favorites: Super Nachos with the best shrimp around! The Chicken Soup is great too, and full of chicken, rice, cilantro and avacado.
(4)Tim T.
Best mexican I can find in Indy. I would give it 3 1/2 (but not an option on here). This isn't too bad. The carnitas is good on most days (try it on tacos with some of their HOT tomatillo sauce), and they have a pretty good pablano pepper. But... my real beef with all of the places that I've check out here in Indy... no fresh salsa. What's up with that? Fresh salsa is a standard at almost ANY real Mexican place you find in Texas or California. Here in Indy, it all comes out of a pre-bought 5 gallon tub... same case here at La Hacienda. Oh well. This place will have to do.
(4)Meg M.
I definitely recommend the chicken soup. They went with an 'everything but the kitchen sink' concept when making it. It came out hot and was flavorful and delicious! You've gotta try it! I give the soup 4 stars, but the restaurant sill only gets 3. Sorry!
(3)Rich B.
All their mexican food is fabulous, but the chicken soup is the best ever. They also have fabulous enchalatas. Every item on the menu is better than the one before it.
(5)Mike H.
Stopped in for dinner while passing thru on business. Food and service was very good. The pork carnitas were very good, flavorful and tender, not overcooked. They came with flour tortillas, huge salad topped with guacamole and a tomato slice. Of course rice and refried beans with the meat. Chips and salsa were at the table immediately. Quick service all the way around. If I lived in the area, this would be a frequent dining spot. The dining area is rather small and cramped which makes it somewhat noisy and if you're at a table, seated very close to other tables. There is an outside deck for eating, drinking and just general hanging out. Overall a good spot if you have a taste for Mexican. This is probably as close as you'll get in Indy, especially if you're use to great Mexican food.
(4)Kylee W.
My favorite mexican place for sure. Left feeling the right amount of full, the food came out fast, the service was good, and the fajitas I got were great.
(5)Juliette J.
Yummy Mexican food. Great Margaritas. Great prices. Friendly wait staff. Feels like Tejas!
(5)Jon T.
Been 1 time........very very good!! Yes cheese dip is great but the tomatillo sauce is awesome - just the right heat and flavor! portions were good and service was good and they were packed!! Even the salsa was good, nice and chuncky definitely better than some other places. Will go back for sure!!!! Have to try something else!!
(4)Kira G.
Met a friend for lunch there on Saturday. I had to wait a few minutes for my eating partner, so while waiting I thoroughly enjoyed the chips and salsa - salsa was just the right amount of spicy and the chips were warm and crispy. The menu was simple - the usual, nothing too fancy. I had the pollo fundido, which was the lunch special for $5 (normally $5.50 for lunch). It was tasty, but nothing spectacular. Eating partner had a beef burrito and beef taco, both of which were mediocre. The Guacamole was tasty, but it was cut heavily with sour cream. I enjoyed the refried beans, and the rice was typical. I'm from Arizona, but currently live in Bloomington. I'd say this place is better than most Mexican places in Bloomington, but no where close to the real stuff in AZ.
(4)Judy C.
My husband and I enjoyed a meal here on a Thursday and we still had a short wait. We didn't mind, the place was friendly and festive. The food was excellent the staff very nice and friendly. I'll go back to LaPiedad just because I think the patio is better and the food is just as good.
(4)Kasey J.
Want great service, great food, and from what my husband says, great beer? Check out La Hacienda on Graham Road (right on Binford Boulevard near 71st Street). I'm not gonna lie to ya: The ambiance is NOT great, but the food makes up for lack of scenery. Food is always hot and cheesy and yummy--and the salsa rocks. There's outdoor seating and televisions inside the bar area (always seem to be showing soccer!). It's hard not to fill up on chips and salsa, but leave room for their awesome entrees. My favorite is Quesadilla Roja, which is filled with chicken or beef , cheese, peppers and red sauce, topped off with shredded lettuce and a fresh tomato slice. Sides include beans and rice, though I always get double rice. (Not because the beans aren't good--I'm just not into beans). Check it out. You're sure to get in quickly and enjoy every last bite.
(4)Jamison R.
Very good and reasonably priced mexican food. Try the chicken soup and order a side of tortillas to dunk in. Soooooo good and a meal on it's own.
(4)Sarah S.
La Hacienda offers most everything you could ask of a mid-range Mexican joint--it's cheap, the food and salsa are good, the service is fast, and you can get beer with your tacos. TVs are never a plus for me unless it's a sports bar, but they have 'em. And I think the ambiance is kind of cool for what it is, involving bizarre paintings with moving waterfalls made of light and such. It's a particularly good spot to come for lunch, since it never seems to get too busy, although with the Binford Boulevard revival campaign, that may soon change.
(4)Victoria R.
We had a girl's night out yesterday and decided to meet for Mexican food and margaritas. I was less than impressed when I got there. The floors were dirty, service was subpar, and the food was just okay. I've heard good reviews about this restaurant, but it could just be this particular location that needs some work.
(2)Clare L.
If you've lived in Indy for any sizeable length of time, chances are you've heard talk about La Hacienda (or LaHa as it is affectionately known around these parts) and their amazing chicken tortilla soup. That, along with many other Mexican favorites on the menu here, is delicious. You can't go wrong with the arroz con pollo or quesadillas, and obviously the queso is wonderful. WARNING: the Texas margaritas are delicious but quite dangerous. Those'll get ya! The patio is a fun place to sit in the summer and there is always enough parking as they have their own lot. LaHa is definitely about as authentic of a Mexican food experience as you can get in the Indianapolis area. Great stuff!
(4)Sarah Nicole B.
I just don't understand the hype about this place. I ordered nachos... that didn't come with cheese. No cheese on nachos? That's not the kind of food I want to eat. The price is right but the food isn't that great.
(2)Heather B.
Delicious food, amazing margaritas. Service is a little bit or miss. Be prepared for a long wait at peak dinner and lunch times. Favorite dishes are the chicken soup, the pork tacos, and the chalupas !
(4)Beth B.
How can you go wrong with a margarita as big as your head? The answer is, you can't! It's always a packed house but that's okay. There's a nice deck outside, there is plenty of space inside for dining, and it is also a family friendly environment. The staff is kind, friendly, and tend to be quick on their toes! I always seem to fill up on the guacamole, queso dip, or chips and salsa before my food even arrives. Simple and delicious! That's why I tend to order a la carte (taco, burritos, etc can be ordered a la carte). The traditional dishes are a very full plate. If I order off the menu, typically I'm bringing a doggy bag home. Lastly, you can't beat the prices. Extremely reasonable dinner for two!
(4)Kami L.
The chicken soup really is amazing. Like, mond-blowingly good. Lunch specials are great and the food comes out fast. Love!
(4)Molly B.
This place is the epitome of a great Mexican chain. Let's face it, we all love the Mexican chain restaurant but there are things that can disappoint, easily. This is not one of those. The service was incredibly fast and friendly despite how BUSY they were today! Queso is delicious and chips are light and crispy. I got the chimichanga (which I get every Mexican restaurant) and the chicken was REAL tasty chicken with peppers and onions. Love this place and the service and will come back for sure!
(5)Ntianu S.
My boyfriend and I were looking for a quick spot to have dinner, so we headed to La Hacienda. This place is close to home, but I couldn't remember why I didn't come here more often. It wasn't too crowded, which is rare. This place is always packed especially during the warmer months. They have a wonderful patio. We were immediately seated, provided with salsa, and our order was taken. I couldn't resist the margarita on special and the chimichangas. My boyfriend ordered the burrito. It didn't take more than 15 minutes for our food to come out. I was ready to dig in. After taking a few bites of my meal, I realized why I didn't visit this place more often. The food is just not that good. The tortillas was nice and crispy, but the dish itself was not very flavorful. My boyfriend did not enjoy his burrito. It was sloppily put together and bland. We were both underwhelmed. Now, what I did thoroughly enjoy was the frozen margarita. Oh my stars! Yes! It was delicious. I would go back time and time again for the margarita alone. Totally worth it. All and all decent visit. Excellent margarita. Good service, but the food was meh.
(3)Jeffery B.
I personally have to stop getting drunk here, there are kids around and it's not appropriate. However The Margaritas are killer! The top shelf versions are only $20 and will get around 3-4 average adults into a happy place. Let me just say the food is good. I wouldn't define my knowledge of Hispanic fare here, but if you want to have fun with friends and a sizzlin' platter of fajitas then you have a winner. Now to be honest I'm a little past tipsy now...and it's a Tuesday so like...whatever but I love this place so much! The decor is so colorful!!
(5)Debbie P.
Muy Bueno!!! La Hacienda has delicioso food and great staff! The decor had an authentic Mexican vibe all the way down to the really colorful tables and chairs. They give you chips and homemade salsa to start, which were really good! We had to ask for 2 chip refills. We also ordered a pitcher of the Texas Margarita, and let's just say they were generous with the tequila... I ordered the Texas Fajita, which included beef, chicken and shrimp. OMG! It was so good! And really filling! I was almost able to finish it (almost). And the prices were VERY reasonable. My dish was only $10.95! So if you're ever heading South on I-69, keep following the freeway to the end and take a left on Graham and head into La Hacienda.
(4)Khadijeh V.
I could go on and on about how much I loved this place but I'll keep it short. It's amazing. I think about it every day still. I live in Chicago and would drive to Indy just for this one restaurant alone. I never thought I liked Mexican food before and now I realize it's because I never had good Mexican food. And I'm from Texas so that's means A LOT. Chips are amazing. Queso is amazing. Enchiladas are amazing. Rice and beans are amazing. And they have the green El Yucateco hot sauce! Ok I have to stop now. My mouth is watering.
(5)Lindsay R.
I've been a couple times recently, and the lowdown is that the food is really good but the service is spotty.. this could be because both times I went were Saturday evenings. This place gets packed and doesn't have a lot of parking options! The chicken quesadilla is huge and awesome. The fajitas could have more of a kick to them. The salsa is okay. On the flip side the prices are affordable. The vodka and tonic went down smoothly. There are TVs everywhere if you want to catch a game. Suggestions: try Adobo or La Piedad!
(3)Kala S.
I just cannot get enough of this place. I frequent this restaurant probably 3 times a week with coworkers and friends. I am partial to the Texas Fajitas but I find that the burrito fundito and the beef nachos call my name as well. I have not tried the chicken tortilla soup but every time I am there with a friend I hear rave reviews about the flavor and combination of ingredients. I don't find the staff super friendly or not friendly. It seems they are just there to do their job and not really create an exceptional experience. So don't expect too much while visiting this place in the way of hospitality. You can, however, expect a speedy meal. I never wait long at all to be seated or served. They certainly turn tables quickly.
(3)Harishankar U.
Pretty ordinary food. The food was not hot and the service was poor. The flan is probably the worst I have had. It's more like cinnamoflan, with cinnamon everywhere.
(2)Graham T.
This place is the thing. For $6I almost got half a gallon of Negro Modello :). Had the Texas Fajitas and had enough left for my lunch the next day. This seemed like a very authentic place and was busy as hell. I really enjoyed he ambiance and experience.
(5)Janice Ann R.
This is a typical Mexican restaurant in Indiana, no surprises - fajitas, beans & rice, burritos, combo plates. What they do so well is their amazingly delicious Texas margaritas served by super friendly staff. Busy little place, easy to get to right off Binford Blvd south of 71st street. Nothing finer than sitting on their roomy patio on a warm evening, sunset flaming the sky, sharing a pitcher of aforementioned Texas 'ritas with friends.
(4)Sharee M.
Wow. Just freaking wow. That's really all I can say about the food here. I have passed by La Hacienda a few times and didn't really think much of it. However, my last ride pass I saw the comment on their sign declaring "Best Mexican Food in Indy". Oh really, now? If you're that bold, let's try and see. Well, they mean what they say. It was the best Mexican food I've had in years. Hands down, everything and I mean EVERTHING we had was outstanding. Even the service was fast, which was impressive considering they we in the process of closing their kitchen when we ordered. The chips and salsa were on point! My tamales were prefect and the platter was large with surrounding meat and sauce. The taco was good and finally, the Pollo Dido was AMAZING! My hubby took Yelpers advice and ordered the Chicken soup, which he had was amazing. The protons here are massive. WE had food for three days. Prices were more than reasonable. The decor was beautiful throughout the restaurant. The services were friendly. We really like this place and will go back next month for a double date. We will be customers for a long time to come.
(5)Elisha G.
The service here is really fast and the establishment is clean and very decorative. The servers are friendly and the food is fairly priced. The only reason I gave it a 4 instead of a 5 is because of the seasoning of the meat, I love the guacamole but the meat leaves a bit to be desired. Nevertheless I'd still and will try them again :)
(4)Leroy M.
Only been here once on a busy Sat summer night and was very pleased with the rapid service and quality of food. Will def be back!! Fajitas were great!!
(5)Tilcia G.
Great food. I asked for a double alcohol less sugar mixer margarita and the guy recommended El TEXAS margarita. Weeellll... That is DELICIOUSLY STRONG. 16oz greaaaaaat.
(5)Suzie T.
Another good night with their great food. 5 stars for their following direct instructions on our carry-out. It seems there's always something wrong with carry out orders. I asked if we could have our enchiladas & chimichanga deconstructed so they wouldn't be soggy & we could reheat if needed. Sure enough, they came as requested. -and no green peppers which would make it inedible for me. Hats off to the guy that took our order and spoke/understood English! Yum again!
(5)Anastasia A.
Delicious Mexican food at reasonable prices. The decor is festive and bright, everything is very clean and welcoming. Good service. Free chips and salsa. The chicken in my chicken taco was so tender, and the spices were perfect. The shredded beef vs. ground beef was the way to go for the beef burrito, it was outstanding. The salsa seemed homemade, was not too hot but very flavorful. Many lunch specials to choose from and cheap Mexican beer. This place did not disappoint.
(4)Seleen T.
Service was pretty slow and wasn't pleased with the carne Asada. I was expecting a better steak but the sangria was good.
(3)Alexandrea P.
Good food, margaritas, and queso. Painted booth tops are nice, quick service-similar to Cancun
(4)Francisco V.
Not real mexican food more like Tex-Mex. There fresh water drinks are made from powder not real and there salsas are from bottles not freshly made.
(2)Jen M.
The design of the tables and chairs alone makes this place great...colorful and authentic Mex. Patio seating is great. Service is fast for sure. Margaritas are not the best you will have, sorry. Chicken fajitas were good but needed a touch of salt. Portion was huge. Queso is very good and so is their salsa. Outdoor seating can be a little on the loud side because of the proximity to the street and major intersection.
(4)Paige C.
One of the only Mexican restaurants around that has outdoor seating! I constantly ask myself why there aren't more like this - seriously, what is better on a beautiful day than sitting outside with your margarita and big ole vat of cheese dip and chips!? It's a great Mexican place in Indy and I think their Arroz Con Pollo is the best I've ever had :)
(5)Jeff C.
Experts at tortilla soup and of course great fajitas. This is a great Mexican restaurant that is our go to favorite. It's a neighborhood spot and very well priced.
(5)Sam S.
Love this place! Eat here all the time with my family. The employees are courteous and fast and the food couldn't be better!
(5)Laura H.
"Best Mexican food in town" is no joke. Ridiculously speedy, attentive service and great food. Nothing revolutionary, really, but so, so tasty!
(4)Chris F.
For Indiana, this is good Mexican food. Carnitas are good. Salsa and chips are served automatically and free. Somewhat of a party and sports bar scene based on TVs and noise. The decorations are pretty cool and Latino.
(4)Dana M.
Worst service ever. Had to ask 3 times for water and our waiter had 1 table. Won't be back anytime soon
(1)Laura S.
Food was mediocre, smothered in queso. Not very authentic. Wait time was long. They didn't have the type of tequila I requested either.
(1)Ben B.
Oh, damn. DAYUM! Without Yelp, I'd drive by the nondescript La Hacienda building and think, "That place looks like a dump." Thanks to Yelp, I walked into that dump and found a Mexican wonderland of flavors! As you enter, you'll see how bright it is. Hand-carved chairs and booths are painted with vivid scenes that could not possibly occur in Indianapolis. These are memories of another place... a place with mouthwatering food. And holy smokes, the food is so, so, so good. On Yelp's recommendation, I ordered the chicken soup. It's got chicken, melted cheese, onions and... hell, I don't know... liquid crack. I spooned it into my mouth so fast, I'm sure my right hand just looked like a blur. For my entree, I got the enchiladas verdes. It comes with salsa on the side, so you can determine how badly you want to drown them. So freakin' good. The chicken was seasoned perfectly. And underneath those tortillas, it was swimming in hot nacho cheese! I also ordered a 24 oz. Texas margarita. ("Texas" is their code for "top shelf liquor.") It was head-slappingly strong to start, but got smoother as the ice melted. You pretty much know a Mexican joint is awesome if they can get their chips and salsa right. And La Hacienda aces that with flying colors. Friends, I ate so much that I started to ache. And like some kind of marathon runner who'd hit the wall at mile 20... I forced myself to continue. Exquisite, delicious pain! I'm writing this three days after my visit and my mouth is still watering. GO. NOW.
(5)Sarah C.
Hooray for wonderful Mexican restaurants! I'm tickled pink that this place will literally be minutes away from my soon to be new apartment. It's not a huge place - so don't be surprised when you walk in and it's filled with humans - stomachs growling. The waitress was quick to take our order and had our meals out in a timely manner. The chips and salsa, which are always a great start, really hit the spot. I should start to branch out more with my main dish, but I decided to stick with my usual "Daniella's Special." Wasn't disappointed. I wasn't in the mood for a margarita that night, but boy oh boy did they look good. Very pleased with this place and I can't wait to head back.
(4)Rick G.
I've been to a couple of the other La Haciendas in town, but this one is way over and above the rest. The food is always hot, fresh, and tasty. Our drinks are always kept refilled, and the servers are always friendly. Due to the location, the lunch and dinner hours can get quite crowded, so there might be a bit of a wait if you arrive at those times, but it's never been terribly long for us. I knocked a star off because, both times we've been there, the service has been great up till the time we needed our check, but then there was a bit of a wait. Not terribly long, but long enough to knock a star off.
(4)Avery B.
Chicken fajitas are great , the food is constantly good sometimes there's a wait it is reasonably priced and the Portions are generous
(3)Betsy W.
They make a chicken soup that I crave quite a bit. The service is always fast and good, too.
(4)Ben R.
This review comes not after a bad experience, but rather two, and honestly leading up to what is just a disappointing decline for a once fave spot of mine. A once pathetic excuse for a restaurant, let alone a Mexican restaurant, turned around within a few years. And eventually became a HUGE favorite. Fast, friendly service, and some of the best Mexican food around. It stayed this way for more than several years, It is now, sadly, on the decline to becoming what it once was.I was REALLY hoping that our last few times here were just "off nights"...but I was wrong. The thing about La Ha, is that it's the only Mexican joint around the area. This is a good, and as of late a bad thing for La Ha. The food is on the decline, and the service is aberrant. They clearly can not keep up with the increase in business. I would post pics of our food, but we never got it. We were sat at where I can only imagine one other table would be worse to sit at, and that would be one next to the bathroom. It was a table that was an arms length from where the servers come out and go into the kitchen. UTTER chaos at your table....:) I looked around, and there were no other tables open. So, needless to say, we decided to have some drinks, and order our food to go. IMO, Mexican is as good carryout, as dining in, so we had no problems with that. Our server took our drink order, we said we would like some food to go. We drank our first round, and didn't see her for at least 15 minutes. She eventually came back, we ordered another round, and our food. We drank our second round of brews, and at the THIRTY minute mark we had enough. She NEVER came back. We noticed others had been sat, and ordered, and received their food after us. I only review experiences I've had, but in this case, I have to write of the gentlemen sitting next to me. He had a plate of what I'm guessing was supposed to be beef fajitas...IDK, but when they set the plate down, the look on his face was of one who just had a book of Sanskrit put in front of him, and someone said tell me what that says..... In our time of wait, we did have the "opportunity" to see the chaos in the kitchen, since it was....right there at our table! We noticed a kitchen staff arguing, and yelling at the wait staff. (GF and I were in the biz for a combined total of over 20 years, so this is common) but it got to the point where the servers were leaving the kitchen and not returning. Also we got to see servers pulling out tortilla chips with their bare hands. I normally have no issue with bare hands, unless they're the same ones used to pick up dirty dishes and dirty glasses. We weren't upset at not having our chips refilled at that point. We went to the front to pay for our brews, and the gentlemen who runs the checkout desk most of the time, I'm going to assume is the owner/GM, as he's been here since day 1. I don't know, but when we said we'd like to pay for our drinks, he asked if we had a bill. We told him no, never got one, or our to go food, and it's now going on an hour. His response only prompted me and my girlfriend to look at each other like we were Sanskrit. He said "Yeah, I don't know what's going on in the kitchen, they are messed up or something".....WHAT? So go fix it! Man if ever there is a place that needs Gordon Ramsay, it's here. I only hope they figure it out before they slip back to where they once used to be. They have Cinco coming up, but after that....eeeeek. Good luck to 'em. And just to emphasize things here, this review was NOT based on one bad experience. The time before this, we dined there and our food was cold, but the plates were hot. Time before that, our order was completely wrong...etc. etc. etc. I'm not posting a bad review because I was unhappy this one time. It's sad to see this place going back to a bad, shotty restaurant.
(1)John B.
I'm in a church group that meets Tuesday nights, and afterward we go to La Hacienda on Graham Road, Indy. Of course, I'm not forced to go to the restaurant and dine, but otherwise the choices are to watch other people eat or miss out on the fellowship altogether. So I and my significant other usually go. As for atmosphere and food, this restaurant is about the same as most Mexican-run places around Indy, with its gringo-friendly (Tex-Mex style) fare. One week, we didn't feel very hungry and, aside from munching the free chips and salsa, ordered a side of chori-queso and later shared a dessert flan. I got no sense of resentment from the staff for "going cheap" and the queso was very tasty. The next week, I had a taco salad, which was OK though the refried beans and other ingredients in the bottom of the crispy tortilla bowl got a bit sloppy. I've definitely had better. Another week, I tried the "Nachos Hacienda" which the menu said came with chicken and sprinkled with shrimp - by this I presumed small salad shrimp, but instead there were several full size shrimp on the platter, along with the chicken and plenty of cheese and such for all the chips. This dish is highly recommended! I've also had regular combos with enchiladas and such, and while they aren't bad, they aren't write-home-about. Still, I've seen others order the chicken-and-rice and be amazed at how hearty the portion is. As for the service, they always put in a good effort, even with the little crowd we bring in. The last time I was there, the servers were handing me my usual water with lemon before I even had the chance to order. Bottom line is that this place is good (if Yelp allowed half-stars, I'd go 3.5) but not the best. Still, if you get to go multiple times (like me), take a chance on the various dishes on the menu instead of the same old combos you can get at 20 other joints around Indy.
(3)Jonathan D.
THE BEST MEXICAN FOOD IN INDIANAPOLIS!!! The service is on point as well as the food. I have not had better salsa, better queso, or better margaritas anywhere. The price is also pretty good besides the margaritas. But really, how can you put a price on a good rita??? My wife and I eat here once to three times a week.
(5)Nathan B.
Hands down best Mexican food in the area. Service is fast and quality is consistent, this local gem is not to be missed.
(5)Sanabel K.
Been here multiple times. Service is good. Food is pretty good. I usually get the fajitas and portions are huge. My husband and I share one order and we get stuffed.
(4)Corrine P.
I love this place. Patio seating. Pitcher's of Margaritas. Not expensive. Great atmosphere. Good times. This might sound crazy but get the chicken soup!! It's $5 and delicious! And you're thinking, chicken soup? Why would anyone order chicken soup at a Mexican Restaurant? Because it's amazballs!
(5)Sarine J.
LOVE this place. The chorizo cheese dip is amazing.
(4)Dylan M.
I have been to this place many times, it is always great. First off the chips and salsa that are served before you order are great. hot fresh chips, and homemade salsa with a kick. Its hard to pick a favorite, but the "el burro de roccqueta" which is a pork dish is to die for. It always seems to be crowded so there may be a slight wait, but it never seems to be more than 15 min. give it a try!
(5)Kaleend D.
Nice ambience decent food. Quick and fast service despite being always busy. Ok place not so great as I was expecting.
(2)Jennifer S.
I don't know how I have gotten this far into YELP without writing a review for our staple "Taco Store", La Hacienda! This place is fabulous. I have yet to get anything on the menu I don't care for. My usual is the Texas Fajitas, a large serving of shrimp, chicken and beef with peppers and onions served with flour tortillas & all the toppings (lettace, sour cream, tomatoes and guacamole at NO EXTRA CHARGE). The tortilla soup is enough to satisfy you, and the pork nachos are melt in your mouth yummy! I usually get them 'supreme' with the extras (listed above) - with a full order less than $7. They have a full bar, beer & margarita pitchers and a great kids menu. We always leave stuffed with the leftover food 'to go'. I love the staff, they're patient and friendly in a rather stressful environment of a packed house (Thursdays, weekends and on days the patio is open).
(4)Barbie C.
Great menu, have tried several items and have not been disappointed. I have been dining here since the first day the doors opened. Food is authentic, prices are great. Cheese and beef dip are a must for me EVERYTIME!
(4)Tom W.
Can't miss Mexican food. Recommend the shrimp quesadilla that I enjoyed tonight. Last trip I had the arroyos con pollo that was equally delicious. Someone in our party had the chicken soup which was served as a huge bowl (pot) of soup and also delicious. Even with a my margarita the bill for 5 was around $50. (And we brought food home)
(4)Food C.
One of my favorites. Their regular salsa is so awesome, I just want a spoon or a straw to suck it back. I recently found out they make a hot salsa. Ask for it. It's mind-blowing. What can be said about Hacienda? Great food, great atmosphere, reasonable prices, extremely attentive staff. It just puts me in a very good mood to go there. A word of warning: not all Haciendas run the same or have the same menu. Some have Coke; some have Pepsi, among notable variations. This location gets a 5, while I won't go to some other locations. Be advised that my review extends only to this location.
(5)Leslie L.
Not the type of Mexican food I'm use to, more like Tex Mex. Coming from So CA I have to rate this restaurant 2 stars. In my opinion Mexican food should not have ground beef in it! Margaritas and food were bland at best.
(2)Jeff B.
This maybe a bit biased as we eat there once to twice every week. Margaritas texas style as the best this side of Mexico!! All of food pricing is the most reasonable pricing of any Meican resturant anywere. The sign says it all BEST MEXICAN FOOD IN INDY. We always do birthday parties and family dinners there as I get to pay the bill and you can feed 8 to 10 with drinks......(Margaritas, beer, wine) for just over a 100 bucks. They have several locations around Indy all are different and this is the best one as you can tell from the parking lot and line to get in everyday!
(5)Eric B.
I eat too much Mexican food. It is so simple and safe. When it comes to last minute dining, if you can't come to a group consensus, you can easily default to Mexican. Everyone can find something on the menu they can enjoy, drinks are always an option, and if you are really hungry the traditional serving chips/salsa will give instant gratification. I have always heard that La Hacienda is one of the better Mexican restaurants on the north side. And, in a moment of extreme hunger and difficult decision making, I defaulted to Mexican. This should have been a slam dunk for La Hacienda because my level of hunger would have made anything taste outstanding. Well, they instead went for a lay up and tossed up a brick. The service was awful. We were seated quickly and our drink orders were taken instantly. However, it took probably 10 minutes to receive our drinks and another 15 to even check if we were ready to order. Someone in management happened to walk by our table, notice us just sitting there, and had to wrestle our waiter away from the female hostess... with whom he he was flirting with instead of serving his tables. I thought maybe this was an anomaly, so I brought it up with a friend who suggested the establishment so highly. His instant response was 'oh yeah, the service is always awful'. The salsa was bland, the guacamole was that neon green out-of-the-bag color, and presentation was nothing to get excited about. And, typically, I wouldn't expect anything less of a Mexican joint in this price range. At this point in the game, the only thing left to distinguish yourself from the other restaurants of this caliber is price point (negative), service (definitely not), location/convenience (nope), or specials (not really). If you live nearby, want mexican food, and don't mind really apathetic and slow service - this will suffice. If you have any expectations at all of this establishment setting itself apart, you will be disappointed.
(2)Hayley B.
I visited La Hacienda for the first time and it blew me away! It was absolutely packed and they pretty much had a line out the door and somehow we were seated immediately. The staff was extremely friendly but also quick on their feet and always moving to get customers what they needed. The food was amazing, to say the very least, and a really decent price! I'm thankful I don't live closer because I would most likely eat there every other day. Great restaurant!
(5)Meg H.
Always delicious! Good service too. Usually get an awesome margarita and add yummy queso up front to compliment the chips and spicy salsa.
(5)Christina V.
Absolutely our favorite place for mexican food! Moved to TX recently and we've been so disappointed in the mexican food here...miss our "La Ha" so much! Ate here once or twice a week for the last 3 years we lived in indy. We honestly tried to stop going but just couldn't! Best salsa we've found ANYWHERE, including in Central Am/South Am on travels. It can vary though depending on who made it that day - but 90% of the time has a great cilantro kick. Food is cheap, quick, and tasty. Our personal favorites are the Quesadilla Verde, Pollo Fundido, Pollo Asada, or Taco's Asada (flour tortillas instead of corn). The queso is flavorful & the beers come in huge ICED frozen mugs. I would skip the fajitas in general - not always, but they tend be greasier than one might prefer. This place is VERY popular and has grown in popularity tremendously over the last few years, so if you come during peak hours be ready to wait. Or just be smart and go slightly before or after the main crowd. Best part? If you're in a hurry, you can be in & out of this place, having had an entire sit-down meal, in under 30 minutes.
(5)Shannon G.
This place is one of my two favorite Mexican places in Indy. Similar to other reviews, their margaritas and salsa are out of this world. Absolutely delicious!
(5)Robin L.
Great food. We waited about 15 minutes, but once we were seated the food was out in no time, which was clutch since we had kids with us. I did the "make your own" style combo and the price was quite fair. Only complaint, not much room when waiting to be seated, we were really crammed in.
(4)Kyle B.
This place has great drinks and great food! The atmosphere inside is great and the outdoor seating is plentiful. Try the Chori Queso, it is amazing!
(4)Tiffany B.
Get the chicken soup. Just trust me, get the chicken soup. Every time I get the sniffles, have a flu or just need comforting, I get the chicken soup. It's got heat, but not too much, has fresh avocados, tortillas and fresh chicken. And so affordable! The chips are made in house and the salsa is a good basic. Staff is friendly, but the main dining hour will likely require waiting...
(4)Stephanie C.
Oh yes I am a fan. There must be something wrong with me. Or maybe it was the foggy day that kept people away, but I always seem to go to restaurants when they are almost empty. Either way, I stayed. The latin music and funky colorful designs compelled me. Big Hacienda Burrito. They weren't kidding about BIG. Grilled chicken, refried beans, rice, just a hint of spiciness with a side salad of tomatoes, shredded lettuce, guacamole and a dollop of sour cream. All the ingredients needed for an amazing burrito. All for the price of $9.95. Not too bad. The service isn't too great, I thought I might have gone in at their closing time (3pm) but nope apparently they close at 10pm. There must have been a soccer game going on or something. Regardless of the service, the place is clean, the food is great and I had a good time. I'll be going back.
(4)Cassandra W.
Let me just start by saying, There isn't a thing I don't like about La Hacienda. I love this place! I loved it when I lived here 6 years ago, I love it now. I love their painted furniture and sunshiney decor. I love their smirky little La Hacienda faces when you come in the door looking like you might keel over if you don't get some Mexican food in your belly stat. I love the Acapulco Chicken dinner. I love the queso. I love the salsa and the tortilla chips. I love them so much that I often have to hold my belly when I leave. I can't stop. They bring another basket. It's a nightmare mixed with a wonderful dream. They let my baby sit on the table. She does. She loves their rice and beans. My husband had the fish tacos upon our last visit and he said they were bland. I slapped him in the face. (not really, but I thought it and pictured it) How dare he insult my La Hacienda. Then I remembered that a vegetarian acquaintance I had said the fish tacos were bland. I then took back the fake slap. Hm.. -1 star, fish tacos should be good too. I still love you La Hacienda. It's okay. Fish tacos can be complicated, I forgive you.
(4)Erin D.
This is my family's favorite Mexican place, great chips and salsa, queso, guacamole. Try the Texas margarita and also the chalupa.
(5)Marie F.
Stop for a early lunch on Saturday the patio was great and the food is awesome.
(4)Leslie H.
Kids eat free on Mondays! You must definitely order their guacamole. The chips are hot and their cool guacamole is irresistible.
(4)Sarah B.
Absolutely love this place! I now come here 2 or more times a week to fill my Mexican food addiction:) If you love queso like me I would recommend the Arroz con pollo or the Gringo special (chicken and cheese quesadilla with queso and beans poured over top). Texas fajitas are also one of my favs! Ask for Alberto or Jesus and they will take care of you like a family member.
(5)Jacob M.
La Hacienda is exactly what you want in a Mexican restaurant. It is cheap. It is consistent. It has cheap, consistent margaritas. :-)
(4)Ashley C.
This place was not too bad. They have pretty cool decorated chairs. The service is nice and fast. I ordered a combo plate with a burrito and enchilada and so did my husband. I also got a margarita. The portions didn't really seem that big. I am used to always having leftovers when I go for Mexican but we both managed to eat mostly everything. The margarita was decent but I prefer mine a bit stronger. If someone wanted to come here I wouldn't have a problem coming back but I prefer other nearby Mexican restaurants.
(3)Rob S.
Friendly, prompt service. The Margaritas, chips and salsa are amazing. The colorful tiles on the table tops and hand-carved chairs add significantly to the kitschy charm of the place. As an entrée, I had the chicken enchiladas and they were delicious. Prices are very reasonable.
(5)Laina G.
My first visit to La Hacienda was in May 2014 the service was great and it was my first time having Fried Enchilada's it was so good!!!!!!! and there Peach Margarita's are to die for needless to say I"ve been back several times never had an issue with Customer Services... Girls Night Out ...... Here We Come...
(4)Morgan C.
Hands down my favorite Mexican restaurant in the city. If you plan on visiting "La Ha", as I affectionately call it, I would recommend coming early or planning to wait. Some nights the waiting lobby will be so packed it overflows into the parking lot - but there are still many willing to wait, speaking volumes in an area close to many other restaurants. Make sure you ask about their specials because they often feature drink specials. I do not think I know how to eat Mexican food without an accompanying margarita, which so perfectly compliments all food. Go with the Texas style for top shelf liquors. The fajitas are my favorite menu item but come as a large serving so I would suggest sharing with a friend. The house made chips and standard (but amazing) goat cheese "queso" are also must have menu items at this colorful little joint.
(4)Hailey N.
Love this place. Their price is awesome. Ordered a fajita a couple of times and they are very generous with the amount of food you get for such a reasonable price. Me and my bf shared a combo fajita for $11, we were stuffed with a little left over. I am going here every time I want Mexican food.
(4)Debbie B.
Favorite Indy Mexican food, we now go 2 times a week. Our favorite servers are Alberto & Jesus, they are on it when it comes to service
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