Azul Bar Y Cantina
122 Broad St, Leetsdale, PA, 15056
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Address :
122 Broad St
Leetsdale, PA, 15056 - Phone (724) 266-6362
- Website https://www.azulbarycantina.com
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Opening Hours
- Mon :11:00 am - 9:00pm
Specialities
- Takes Reservations : Yes
Delivery : No
Take-out : Yes
Accepts Credit Cards : Yes
Good For : Dinner
Parking : Street
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 : No
Wi-Fi : No
Has TV : Yes
Waiter Service : Yes
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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Christy P.
One evening, my family of six and friends with a family of four arrived at Azul on a Saturday night at 6:00. It was pouring down rain and together, we had 6 children with us. Initially, they told us there would be 45 minute wait. That was going to be impossible for our large, young group. However, before we could turn around to leave, someone approached us to tell us that we could use the room upstairs. It was fabulous!!! We had our own room with a wonderful waiter to meet our needs. They accommodated us beautifully when it would've been much easier for them to make us wait for a table downstairs. Margaritas are wonderfully delicious (and I am very picky)... All natural ingredients, no doubt! The food was also outstanding! Highly recommend!!! Thanks Azul! See you soon!
(5)Jojo S.
Love love love Azul!!!! Probably as close to west coast southwest cuisine as you can get in Pittsburgh. My husband always gets either a Sol beer or a lime margarita and I always have the white sangria..... Goes down just a little too easy. We take our daughters who love it. From the chips and homemade salsa to the burritos to the fish tacos. It is an awesome culinary experience. Only problem is we are always too fulll and happy to try the fried ice cream for dessert. Service is exceptional. Prices are good and the place hops on weekends. Good news is you can have a drink at the bar while you wait for a table.
(5)Kayla C.
The food at Azul is delicious. It isn't your normal Mexican food. It has a nice southern California mix thrown in. The burritos are enormous and you can get them "wet" or "dry." If you choose wet then you can choose between two great sauces, green or red mole sauce. I recommend trying it with both. They always give you more than enough food. The art and atmosphere in the restaurant are great. It is very bright and has great funky art on the walls. Their desserts are great. I recommend the fried cheesecake...it is so good! They have a great selection on their menu and I recommend trying it.
(4)Tim P.
Randomly place in a residential area amongst houses. You would never know its there unless informed. Salsa is good. Best classic margarita I've ever had. But outrageously over priced. It's $12 for a smaller sized glass.
(4)Jennifer B.
Sketchy-looking location, really nice atmosphere inside though - the outside of the building was definitely deceiving and we almost didn't want to go in.. food was great but too much chipotle in the salsa...waitress was extremely short with us and acted like we were interrupting her day or something - she was just very unfriendly and rude so it kind of tainted the whole experience.
(3)Ben L.
Grossly understaffed! The wait staff are scattered and not focused on the customers, they are taking names at the door, bussing, breaking down and setting up tables. The manager was working the bar (with no other bartender), the door, seating customers and bussing tables. We took a seat at the bar to wait for a table (over an hour wait) and were told by the manager/bartender that she would be with us in a few minutes; ten minutes later we asked if we could get a drink and were met with a big sigh and "I am doing the best that I can, be with you as soon as I can." Really? Once we were finally seated we placed orders and started waiting all over again, for over an hour for a table of tacos. The food was below par, the rice was over cooked, the black bean went from the can to the plate and the tacos were bland and not at all as described on the menu. My order was incorrect, but I sucked it up and ate it anyway as I did not want to another 45 minutes for a correction. This charming place has the potential to be really good, but right now there is too much chaos, which appears to start at the top and trickles down to the rest of the staff. HIRE MORE PEOPLE AND GET ORGANIZED.
(1)lee s.
We came here on Cinco de Mayo, feeling festive. We so wanted to like this place but were underwhelmed. Cute decor, but the all-male staff offered slow, mediocre service. Not sure what was going on with them that day but it sure wasn't a "fiesta." They had nothing going on for the "holiday" that we could tell. We weren't offered chips & salsa and it took an hour to get our food. The beans seemed old or canned. I will go back, but my partner, who is actually Mexican, won't. Kudos to them though for setting up shop in an otherwise dreary neighborhood. I hope more small businesses come to the area.
(2)Kristan K.
Love, love love the 'curbside' guac! So fresh and delicious! Can't wait to go back!
(4)Andre H.
I was spending the night in Ambridge, naturally I was looking for a local place to eat. My host suggested Azul and I was rather pleased. The service was a bit chaotic, but the food and drinks delicious for an acceptable price. The place is rustic/modern, a bit loud and not really suitable for a romantic meal. If you are looking for good Mexican fare at a fair price, Azul is a great option!
(4)Jack L.
I would have not found Azul had it not been for a kind co-worker tipping me off to this place! Our family has been here two weekends in a row. This last visit was even better than the first - and our first visit was pretty great! First, when your server asks you if you want chips and salsa, make sure you say YES! OK, it's $4 for chips and salsa. But, it's totally worth it. However, I would not recommend the spicy salsa. That's an additional $2 - but it wasn't that spicy or flavorful. This is probably my only major criticism of this place. My first visit, I went with the carne asada tacos on flour tortillas. Amazing. This last visit, I went with the pork belly tacos on flour tortillas. Double amazing. The pork belly was crispy, so tasty and just the right amount of food. The kids menu is pretty simple - just a handful of options, the price was right $5 or $6 with a drink included. The ambience is very much a neighborhood cantina, a little on the louder side on Saturday night, service is great ... it's worth a visit!
(5)Christina F.
Let me start by saying, I'mreally hoping that I visited on a bad day. I LOVE Mexican and I wanted to like this restaurant so much because I thought I found a 'hidden jem' near our new house + all the reviews were so good, but...yikes. Personally, I would think of this restaurant as more of a trendy take on Mexican. Sort of Mad-Mexish maybe? But not exactly. I am normally not a person to salt my food, but I felt like just about EVERYTHING needed salt and/or was very bland. It started with the salsa, then the guac, the pico then the rice and beans. I mean TOTALLY BLAND. I even got a pineapple margarita lacked flavor. I thought there was something wrong with me but my friend I was eating with confirmed it. The salsa was brown and I'd guess was roasted tomato flavor? I can appreciate a non-traditional salsa, but I dind't taste any seasonings and it didn't have a citric taste like any tomato salsa would normally have. Next we ordered the tableside guacamole. We are guac finatics, but the pico they added had no citrus zing and it needed salt. They made it tableside, but it was already all in the bowl when she brought it and she just mashed it at the table. The pineapple margarita seemed to be made with fresh pineapple juice, which is awesome. I ordered it blended and it was very watered down. but I dind't think $8 for an Avion margarita was that bad. I had the surf n turf burrito which was loaded with delicious tender steak and big shrimp, both cooked very well. It was topped with a creamy orange colored sauce that was very tasty...but then they stuffed it with rice that had NO flavor. It looked redish orange, but had literally ZERO flavor. I had to ask the waitress for a salt shaker to even be able to eat it, but it barley helped. My friend had the grilled mahi mahi tacos which she said were really good. But she had the same opinion on the rice. It also came with black beans that tasted like boiled, rinsed, dry black beans. No seasonings that we could detect. In fairness to the restaurant, I did not complain. When this many things are wrong, you just kind of assume that this is how they make their food and that we just wont go back. I'm teetering about trying it again because if the food was this bad all the time I dont know how it could still be open.
(2)Jacque Y.
Found myself in Ambridge today, and hungry for Mexican. "Here is a place that seems nearby", said Faithful Siri, so off we went. Significantly off the beaten path is this little cantina! The place is cute with far more tables than one would expect in a small area. It was about 1:30 pm and only three tables were occupied, one server on deck. Despite this, service was pretty slow, not only to just be greeted, but to get a menu, a drink, salt and pepper (Oddly, not on the table to begin with.) etc. The lunch menu was pretty limited--only one side of one page, and I felt a little expensive particularly given the Ambridge location. A $3 charge for chips and salsa, but I get this--the chain places can afford to toss what customers waste, a small place cannot. I ordered their combo, a taco, an enchilada, a tostado served with rice and beans of choice. It made for a HUGE plate of food, which actually made the $12 price understandable. The rice, which looked almost...grated, I found to be very dry and tasteless, and the black beans, while tasty, could've benefitted from more than just the 3 cheese shreds on top. The main food items were awesome, however! Hot, flavorful and delicious. I ordered chicken, (which means all 3 items are chicken--no mixing and matching) and I thought the flavors were well-blended and the presentation was pleasing. I' ll probably come back, and I'd recommend to others, although hoping they would receive more cohesive service. By the way, parking is either on-street in this family neighborhood, or in 4 or 5 spaces on the side of the building.
(4)Matt D.
I've had some great meals here, but more recently the quality has fallen off a bit. The deop in the quality of service has been the most noticeable to me - forgotten drink orders, empty glasses, and room-temperature entrees have become the norm for my most recent visits. Azul has a great atmosphere, and fantastic margaritas. But I would like to see the quality of service increase a bit before I go back.
(3)Dan R.
This place was a great surprise on a recent trip to visit friends near Pittsburgh. Great chips, salsa and food. A great place to meet up with friends and hang out. Definitely on par with our top fav's for mexican back home.
(4)Cari B.
FANTASTIC! We ad steak tacos and they were so good. They weren't salty and it was cut up steak. Everything was fresh and Donna the owner was so nice. Go you be happy you did!
(5)Bill B.
This used to be our favorite Mexican restaurant as we ate there frequently (at least one a week) for a couple years. But we stopped going there a couple years ago for multiple reasons (I won't cover them here because it was too long ago). But last night we met friends there. I am an extremely patient person when it comes to the food business (I worked in the industry for years) but last night was arguably the worst service I have ever experienced. It was 20 minutes before we were greeted at the table. It was 45 minutes before we even got napkins - even longer for silverware. There were issues with the drinks which were not rectified until I spoke with the owner. But she seemed more put out by my concerns than anyting. The food is pretty good but I can get good Mexican cuisine a lot of places. It will be a long time before I ever return to Azul ... if ever.
(1)Deborah R.
Met friends here on a recent Friday night. I was running late (per usual!) and our dining companions had a table by the time we got there, so I can't speak to any wait time. The service was great - waitress was attentive and got all of the orders right. One of my friends is VERY picky and her food was correct the first time, which was impressive. The guacamole is mixed fresh table-side and was phenomenal. Between that and the homemade chips, I was full by the time our entrees arrived. Three of us got enchiladas, and the fourth had fajitas. All four meals were perfect and delicious and very good reheated the next day. Recommended it to everyone I talked to the rest of the weekend!
(5)J D.
Azul was recommended to me by a co-worker who said that it is his favorite Mexican restaurant. It is located on a small street of houses and has a great décor. We went and it was not busy but decided to sit at the bar. When we walked in the owner (or at least who I assumed was the owner) was sitting with some customers and told us to sit wherever we wanted. A forewarning, this is more expensive than most Mexican places and if you want to drink then I hope you have deep pockets. The soup is $8, the chips & tableside guacamole was $10 and the nachos were about $8. I ordered a double margarita which was $12 - small but strong. My husband had a Modelo - $4. Now you might not think this is anything awful but keep in mind that a pitcher of Sangria is $30, a pitcher of beer is $20, a pitcher of margaritas is $50. Since this was our first time, I asked the bartender what was good. He suggested the mahi mahi tacos for fish lovers(soft or hard). I wasn't in the mood in the mood for fish so I opted for a chicken burrito - $14. When I asked how big the portions were since I wasn't sure if we wanted an appetizer he said that he can't even finish a burrito. Now I happen to be a fan of Qdoba and I'm thinking that big however it was definitely manageable. (Did I feel like a big eating it in front of him, yes - but who cares). The burrito was stuffed and then possibly grilled slightly to give it a little crunch. I was happy and would recommend it. My husband ordered the carnitas plate $14 - slow braised pork (sweet and yummy), side salad with a nice dressing, corn or flour tortillas, black or pinto beans on the side and a small scoop of rice. He was happy with his meal which was clearly made fresh. My only complaint was the rice which seemed dry and crumbly. My only complaint was that the woman (that I'm calling the owner) went behind the bar and was making a bunch of different drinks right in front of us. Instead of asking us how the food was or trying to engage us at all, she appeared cold and disinterested. I'm always going to go back someplace if the food is good but it bothers me when you are in customer service. When I looked at the menu to review it when writing this, I took a look at the lunch menu. The lunch menu has the same items for a dollar or two less so I think I would suggest this place for an afternoon opposed to a night.
(3)Aaron F.
This place is refreshing. The architecture alone of the building and restaurant coupled with being a stand alone business on a residential street earn it three stars alone. Extensive Mexican beer selection. Oddly enough no beers were available on their empty taps and the bartender didn't include a lot of the beers when I asked about the selection. Chips and salsa were top tier. My entree chicken burrito was good, but not great, but my wife's pork enchilada was superb.
(4)Tina M.
Food was great, service was the worst I've experienced in a very long time. The only thing keeping me from giving this one star is the food, which was very good yet completely overshadowed by the horrible service. We arrived at 9PM and by 9:30PM, only 5 tables were filled yet service took over an hour and a half. Our waitress spent more time talking with other staff than actually being a waitress. We did not get utensils until we were 10 minutes into our appetizer, she never gave us water until my boyfriend had to ask for some halfway into our meal, we bought $10 guacamole and she never refilled our chips (she kept looking over at us, though), and the table that was seated a few minutes before us had their takeout containers ready to go before our entrees even got to our table. The only time she was quick was to give us the bill and our tip was commensurate with the service received.
(2)Bianca S.
As soon as I walked up to the door I knew I was going to love it! The architecture and ambiance of the place was amazing! I loved the art and the interior of the restaurant. The food was awesome and I can't wait to go back and try something else on the menu. Although, the reason why I didn't give it 5 stars is because some of the menu items were a little pricey. 10 dollars for a margarita, seriously? Overall, it was a great experience and I will definitely go back, and bring more money!
(4)Matthew B.
I was so excited to try this place, and as such I was very disappointed when it didn't live up to expectations. I've constantly heard that it's the best Mexican (or most authentic) in the city, so I guess I had very high expectations. Our service was awful - granted it was a Saturday night and busy, but that's no excuse for mismanaged hosting and a waitress who didn't wipe off our table, check that we had napkins & silverware, or even let us know why we got chips first and then salsa about five minutes later. The guacamole was flavorless and some of the worst I've had. My wife and I decided to share a bunch of tacos, our favorites and a staple of any good Mexican place. We got three each of Tacos al pastor, tinga, and veggie. The vegetable tacos were the worst: literally just peppers & onions in tortillas. Well-cooked, but obviously just whatever they put on with fajitas. The pastor was overcooked and tasted strongly of cinnamon. The tinga was braised white meat which meat it was flavorless and overcooked. The tortillas were tasty, but that's about it. Drinks were excellent: the best margaritas I've had. But other than that, there's no reason to come back. Mad Mex doesn't pretend to be "authentic" (whatever that means), but orders are well-cooked and taste good. The same couldn't be said at my visit to Azul.
(2)Nicholas A.
Lots of good reviews led me to Azul, but my first try here was less than memorable. Expensive, small portions, marginal food and nowhere close to "authentic Mexican" as other reviews claim. Maybe it was just a bad night???
(2)Damon D.
Azul is not that bad. Went here for lunch the other day for the area this place is not bad. The salsa was really good and my enchilada was not that bad also (Steak). The place is really nice and clean, good atmosphere...they do have some really funky chairs though. We sat at the bar and our waiter was okay but spent most of her time talking on the phone, not a huge deal. Service was fast but they were really not busy. May visit again in the future but honestly this place was just average to me. Although if you factor in the area there is nothing like this around for miles. Give it a try.
(3)Kim M.
Margaritas - 5 star, the best house margarita I've ever had. $7 Chips and salsa - my mouth is watering right now for the dark smoky almost paste-like salsa. I wish I knew how they got this flavor - much roasting? Paprika? The chips were clearly fresh and housemade but somehow thicker than usual chips. Unusual and delicious. $3? Enchiladas - very good, a bit heavy on the cheese/sour cream/grease but with good taste. Not hot spicy but very flavorful. Served with a small side of black beans. Veggie (onion, pepper) - $10. Service - meh. Server couldn't keep the simple drink orders straight. I got black beans instead of pinto. Didn't bring check for over an hour without checking whether we needed anything else. Didn't split check or ask for clearly a party of separates. Atmosphere - nice typical Mexican though well done. Very loud. Hot (though to be fair it was over 95 outside) and stuffy. Website says open til 9 on weeknights and at least a couple tables came in and ordered after 8:30, eating at 9. Private room upstairs may be available for large parties? Small so I'd guess there would be a wait (no reservations for parties under 6) on weekends. Note that while this place is 2-3 miles north of Sewickley it is on a residential street a block off Route 65 from the Leetsdale Industrial Park sign on the Ohio River. Other fillings sounded unusual (to be tried next time because there will be many next times): a pulled chicken with chipotle and a pork with pineapple. The fillings are listed as options at the bottom of the menu but not described anywhere that I saw so ask your server. May be upgraded to 5 stars after trying more entrees.
(4)Josh C.
Best Mexican in Pittsburgh. Nice clean atmosphere with big portions and good friendly service. They carry Bohemia a Mexican beer that is delicious (the only beer i can drink while eating). The food is standard Mexican Fare but executed perfectly. Nice plating and good flavors. I suggest the guacamole as they make at your table which i thought was wonderful. We will be back.
(5)elizabeth s.
Love It! Best restaurant in Sewickley area. Guacamole and soups are favorites. Margaritas can't be beat.
(5)Orpheus R.
Without question, the best, and most authentic, Mexican restaurant in town. We're not talking Mexico City Mexican, we're talking Baja California Mexican. The menu is quite simple and the food is awesome. The margaritas are small, potent, and pricey - but worth it. My favorite dishes include: the shrimp cocktail appetizer with chips (good for sharing), and the mahi-mahi fish tacos. The burritos are huge and also recommended - try the surf n turf, wet (red sauce). It is enough for 2 to share (especially if you have starters). No reservations are accepted, so if you go on a Fri or Sat night, be prepared to have a few cocktails at the bar. Also, if you are a fan of chains like Mad Mex or Don Pablos, I wouldn't recommend trying Azul. You will come out of this place saying the prices are too high and the portions are too small. If you prefer quality over quantity, Azul cannot be beat (unless you fly to LA or head south of the border).
(5)Nate H.
It was a great atmosphere and ambiance along with great food. The service was good and quick. A nice choice for Sewickley. I
(5)Michael D.
This was a little gem of a restaurant in Leetsville, PA. A gritty little town on the Ohio just down the road from Swickely, PA which has addresses that used to belong to the steel barons back in the day and now home to Mario Lemieux and others. The restaurant served good mexican fare and I had the mahi mahi tacos, along with chips and salsa and the chocolate flan for dessert. There were nice touches inside such as using the heavy mexican blown glassware. The night was pretty slow but probably not unusual for a Tuesday evening in mid January. My issues are all things easily corrected. One, the place was freezing. I would have died for a little warmth. This in fact leads to my first complaint. The chips could have been kept in a warner as they come to the table stone cold and the salsa, while flavorful lacked any spicy heat and was served at refrigerator temperature. The fish tacos were excellent but I would have liked a little chipotle aoli to spice them up a little. Now, the dessert...Oh My God...it was a masterpiece. The chocolate flan must have been made in massive dishes. A 3x3 chunk of lovely cake topped with a perfect flan was served on a chocolate drizzled plate along with strawberries and fresh whipped cream. It is almost indescribable. While I didn't imbibe in the margaritas and stuck to draft XX amber I saw their tequila list and it was impressive. The staff was fairly attentive although aloof. I would definitely go back as I was travelling on business and this little place made the trip a little less dreary in the mid winter.
(3)Lincoln K.
Azul has all the atmosphere of a trendy S.F. restaurant right here in Western PA. The small stature from the street does belie the nice open feel of the interior. As for the food, it is superb. I immensely enjoyed the chicken burrito I had. I thought the bean salsa was good, but could use a bit more kick, as I like things spicy. It's definitely worth checking out.
(5)Allison B.
The atmosphere can be fun, don't get me wrong. The wood tables, the mosaics et cetera. But...the food and service...that left something to be desired. Firstly, you pay for your tortilla chips. That is somewhat unusual in a Mexican restaurant in my experience. Sometimes, they don't even ask if you want chips, they just place it on your table and then charge you later. It's not hugely expensive, but it is good to know. The drinks--they were good. I mean how can you screw up a margarita? It was fairly small for the price as well. They didn't have anything terrifically interesting when I looked at the drink menu either. The food--I've been here several times and I've gotten the tacos, carnitas, and the fajitas. The tacos were good, the shells were clearly very fresh...but the contents were less than stellar. The carnitas were interesting...not a ton of flavor, but the texture was good, and the fajitas were your run of the mill fajitas with an upscale price. The sides as a whole were fairly bland, and the rice itself seemed like a flavorless placeholder. Nothing seemed to be worth the price at all.
(2)Marcy D.
Loved the queso fundido and the brown salsa! We sat at the bar. The strange thing is that classic rock was blaring. What about some music themed to the restaurant?? Great place overall.
(4)Angelica R.
I really enjoy Azul. I've been coming here for years (I couldn't try their amazing mojitos when I first started coming here, it's been that long). Definitely get the tableside quacamole and chips. The quac is a little expensive, but it's prepared fresh for you the second you order it. The chips are homemade and perfectly crunchy and salty with that amazing "just out of the frier" sheen to them. The food has been better, though. I heard a few years back that it changed hands. It used to be "authentic" Mexican food with a great family running the show. One of our favorite servers is never there, and I think he was part of the first iteration of Azul. It isn't as spicy as it once was and the sides are just that - sides. Easily forgotten. I still enjoy their huge burritos, my mom gets chiles rellenos like always, and my step-dad gets their enchiladas and fajitas and happily finishes his plate. Expect to eat, drink, and be merry here. At night when it's swinging, the ambiance is a nice warm buzz and you leave feeling super-satisfied.
(4)R Douglas D.
We have tried Azul a few times before and decided to go back with friends. What a wonderful experience. Crystal, our server, was fantastic - friendly, attentive and well versed on the menu. I had the chile relennos with the pork and it was excellent. Our friends had the fajitas and enjoyed them as well. Guacamole made table side was also a hit. We will be back!
(4)Lauren C.
Azul has been my family's go to for great Mexican cuisine for years. You can never go wrong with the enchiladas or the tacos. The portions are very big, so lately we just order the table side quac and split a chicken quesadilla, and we still end up with leftovers. It can get kinda busy on the weekends, but on week nights it's usually a little quieter. The waitstaff is always friendly and attentive. Though it may be just off the beaten path, it is certainly worth the trek and has become a fan favorite here in Sewickley.
(5)Ken A.
I love this place! We come every time I am in the area - three or four times a year. Table side guacamole is always a family favorite. Everything I have ever ordered has been wonderful.
(5)Sara P.
So far, this is the best "elevated" Mexican fare that I've had in the 'Burgh! By elevated, I mean ingredients beyond pork, chicken, beef, steak, and veggies and not a hole in the wall or a truck. Don't get me wrong, I love me an awesome hole in the wall Mexican place; The kind you go into and aren't 100% sure you understand what the ingredients are in that enchilada, but you know it will be awesome no matter what! Or that cool taco truck you chase all around town, trying to figure out their hours... Well, this place is not that! It's a just a great restaurant with a great atmosphere and, when I've gone, great service! Try the chile rellenos - Best Ever!!! Their steak nachos are also to die for, with big chunks of steak and pickled jalapenos and carrots. The pinto beans are made with pork fat, and they are delicious! And, I really love their sangria... maybe too much. It's in the middle of nowhere, so keep that in mind when you order your second glass. Of course, there are worse places to be stuck than a restaurant that serves Awesome pork belly tacos!!!
(4)William M.
For months the teaser for writing a review about Azul appeared above my Yelp feed. I looked it up and realized it was a few miles up the river from where I live, and figured that one day I should give it a try. But driving farther 'into the burbs' wasn't very high on my desire list. So I waited for the right opportunity, and the day before the 4th of July, a friend and I were out and about and decided to give it a shot. So off to the burbs we went, passing it at first thanks to Google directions, then back tracking and voila...there it was. A very nice looking building with lovely decor on the outside, an impressive wooden door, the name, very modern and trendy above the door. At first we couldn't tell if it was open because there were no cars around, no people around, and it looked kind of dark inside. I got out of the car and peeked in the window and the staff was hanging out far in the back at the end of the bar and they all waved like 'we are HERE!'. So the car was parked and we prepared to enter. We looked up and down the blocks surrounding this building. Leetsdale. Little tiny houses from decades gone by. A teeny tiny church on the next corner with a satellite dish on the side, and a few boarded up buildings across the street. It kind of made we laugh, thinking a tornado had whipped through Shadyside or the South Side, sucked up one of the trendy hipster establishments, and dumped it here in the middle-of-nowhere Leetsdale. We went in, and there was one man at a table, and four staff members (ironically, not one Latino), one of whom, (Ben? A fresh faced and clean cut college aged boy with cute fuzzy legs) seated us and gave us the basic intro spiel, and took our drink order. Coke products. Thank goodness. Again, the decor of the interior was very modern, trendy, well designed...and hilariously out of place for middle-of-nowhere Leetsdale. Very comfortable. I guess they get credit for taking on the challenge of going where the real estate is less expensive. The menu was the typical round of Mexican fare, all of the usual offerings that you would find at Patron Grille, or any of the El Campesino group spots, but with a slight leaning toward Mad Mex, without the abject pretense. I ordered a steak burrito, my friend the quesadilla. The burrito was very nicely stuffed and flavorful. They didn't make their own hot sauce (boo) but brought bottled of Chahlula to spice it up a bit. Decent sized burrito, cut in half and propped askew on the plate, with about a table spoon of sour cream and a pinch of lettuce with some diced tomatoes. Choice of beans IN the burrito, I had black beans, and the steak was actually very good steak with a lot of flavor. The quesadilla was, well, a quesadilla. A tortilla stuffed with cheese, folded in half, and grilled. On the plate with the same pinch of lettuce, diced tomato and spoonful of sour cream. Now, the only issue I have with the place...for Mexican food, in the middle of nowhere...the prices were WAY too high. For a basic no-frills burrito and quesadilla, a Diet Coke, and a water, the bill was $35. Would I go back? Absolutely. The atmosphere was lovely, the staff was terrific, the food was as good as one would expect for Mexican food. Would I go back REGULARLY? Not so much. Patron Grille and El Campesinos are much more reasonable in price, for pretty much the same food, and they're a bit more generous in their offerings. They bring the first basket of chips and salsa free to the table, Azul offered it for $4. Patron and Campesino bring the burrito, sided with beans and rice. Azul just brought the burrito. If the prices were more in line with the usual Mexican restaurants, then it could be a regular spot. For a while, there were only three of us in the place eating, and then as we finished, the dinner crowd started to trickle in, and they soon had a decent amount of clientele filling the space. A couple of the tables looked like older monied daddies and their 'boys' from the burbs. Made me chuckle a bit. All in all, I would give them all five stars, except for the pricing, which is prohibitive of making it a 'regular' spot for 'regular' folk. But for Mexican food, they really are the ONLY offering of it's type in the area, and they ARE on the edge of Sewickley, so I guess pander they must. I just can't imagine anyone from outside the immediate driving range making it a 'destination' for much more than a one-shot deal. So four stars and special occasions it is.
(4)Jason S.
Sat for a half hour while my waitress waited on people behind and in front of me. Walked past me enough times for me to realise she wasn't going to bother with me. I like the food here a lot, and it's a shame that my first review is regarding an incompetent waitress. It shouldn't be my responsibility to hound the waitstaff for service; if she couldn't be bothered with me, I wasn't going to be bothered with eating there. Total bummer.
(2)David B.
Azul continues to be one of the finest Mexican restaurants in the Pittsburgh area. The ambiance is inviting, comfortable and charming. The food is delicious and authentic. They serve the best guacamole in Pittsburgh.
(5)Amy S.
I've been to Azul 3 or 4 times and always thought it was soooooo good. Last night was no different as far the food goes, our experience with the waitstaff, not so much. We got there at about 5:30 and the hostess had us sit at the bar while she cleaned off a table for us. She then motioned us to sit at the table she had just cleaned and it was completely wet, as was my fiancé's chair which he realized after he sat down because his butt got really wet. It was kinda gross, and there were broken chip crumbs all over the floor. And our waiter wasn't very attentive at all but looking around made me think he was seriously overworked and frustrated so he still got an awesome tip. The food at Azul - amazing. Has been every time I've gone there. I could go there and just fill up on their homemade chips and salsa. I certainly won't let one not so great experience keep me from going back.
(4)Brock O.
Nice Mexican Food. Love the Mole, chips and salsa are great. Pork and chicken are delicious. Flour not corn tortillas, wished they were corn. We will go back.
(4)Adstic A.
Only reason for the one star is because the service was decent. People talked this place up so much, what a let down!! Wasn't even real mexican food. Carnitas were sweet. Enchilada was cold rice tasted like cardboard and cold. Beans tasted as if they were out of a can. Salsa was bland. Tostada wasn't a real tostada beans should have been refried and layered on top. There was no Asada probably because they don't know how to make it. I will admit that the chips were the highlight of the meal.
(1)Barry R.
Azul will take away your blues! Prepare yourself for awesome home made salt and pepper tortilla chips and queso dip that tastes like joy in a bowl. Attentive staff served us a constant flow of home made Mojitos and Margaritas, as well as Mexican Beers on tap. Everything tasted that much better served up on giant feasting hall style tables, surrounded by cool Mexican art, beautiful wood, and a blue tin ceiling. As good as the drinks, decor, and apps were, the entrees fell a bit short. Definitely good, just not TREMENDOUSLY GREAT like the rest. So next time you're feeling blue, come to azul, get a little sauced, load up on starters, and leave with a smile!
(4)Jeff H.
They said they had a new chef starting that night and it shows. I didn't think this was good food much less good Mexican food. The carne aside was tough, the chicken on the kids tacos was burnt and the black beans were still raw. The service was good and they were very friendly. The chips were good and so were the margaritas but that's about it. For the price I doubt we would ever go back. Very pricey especially given the poor quality.
(2)Kim H.
I don't understand the one star reviews! I thought the food was flavorful without being overly loaded down with chili powder and too spicy. I've been to Monterrey, Mexico and the salsa there is like Azuls....not overpowered with cilantro. Nice size portions and great margaritas and I liked the atmosphere. Our waiter was attentive, friendly and professional. Prices were not cheap like Taco Bell but the quality of the food was well worth it. I never thought I'd see a great restaurant in Leetadale. It's worth the drive!
(5)Raymond D.
The food is pretty good, and the service was fine. But for me problem is the prices. The food is kind of expensive, but the drink prices are OUTRAGEOUS. I work in downtown Pittsburgh, so I don't mind paying for drinks - but $11 for a teeny-tiny Tito's rocks is just unreasonable This is Leetsdale- not midtown Manhattan.
(1)Matt C.
Why go all the way to Mexico for great Mexican food when you can go to Leetsdale and dine at Azul? The food is consistently wonderful, the owners are friendly and professional, and the ambiance is lovely and unique. This is not a "me too" Mexican restaurant. Lots of care has gone into the menu and the dining experience. Here are some hints: (1) the Pork Belly tacos are excellent - - my favorite item. You can get them for lunch as well as dinner even though they only appear on the dinner menu. (2) Always get the HOUSE MARGARITA, and get the double on the rocks. They use good tequila and other ingredients in the house margarita so there is no reason to opt for the more expensive options. (3) Get the tableside guacamole. Delicious and entertaining as well - - one of their signature items. (4) Ask your server if the kitchen is backed up. I've eaten here many times and my only complaint is that on some occasions the food can be a bit slow coming. That said, it has always been worth the wait and the made-in-house tortilla chips and salsa are worth the price and make the time go quickly. Final tip, try to get either Marin or Benjamin as your server if you can. Marin is charming and Benjamin is MANTASTIC. Enjoy!
(5)Don H.
Four of us went in August. We had to change tables because of the awful fly problem at the table near the front window. Changing tables to one in the center of the room didn't help. We should have left. The salsa is watered down and tasteless. No flavor at all. We attempted to order three dishes off the menu which are no longer available according to our server. The same server forgot to bring beer orders as well. The entrees are so bland. We won't go back.
(1)James S.
I've been to this restaurant twice with high expectations. However, both times were a disappointment. Now, I should have prefaced this review with the fact that I grew up in southern California where one can get extraordinary Mexican food, and at reasonable prices, too. So, I'm already a bit biased. Just the same, I went to this restaurant with as open a mind as I could muster. the food: nicely displayed, but bland and somewhat skimpy servings the service: poor the tables and chairs: surprisingly uncomfortable the ambiance: probably the only good thing about the place the prices: depending on your point of view between high to exorbitant, especially the latter if you should want any alcoholic beverage, even as simple as a beer or glass of wine - also expensive considering its location
(1)Jennifer R.
This is the first time in a while that I have been terribly disappointed with an overall experience. The restaurant looked nice, but was so hot and full of flies. We were seated right away, but there were only 2 high chairs so we had to wait for another family to leave before one became available. Drinks took 15-20 mins to reach the table (and I'm just talking water) and there were no complimentary chips. We were confused as to while service was so slow because there was ample staff and the place wasn't full. They were out of one of the main dishes that my husband wanted. When we received our food 45 mins after sitting down, it was a mixed bag. The portion sizes were small for a Mexican place and the rice tasted like cigarettes. The carne asada tacos were good, but a bit spicy, but the pork dish that my husband got was flavorless. Overall, ok food, but incredibly poor, slow service. We are very unlikely to return.
(2)Julie D.
BJ was in the mood for Mexican on Friday night and I had been wanting to try this restaurant for quite some time. So, it was pretty easy to talk him into driving to Leetsdale. This place is easy to find, it's located just one block off of Ohio River Boulevard. When we arrived, the place was pretty busy with people coming and going and only a couple tables available. We were greeted right away by our server. We started with the $4 chips and salsa and BJ got a Pacifico beer and I got a frozen strawberry margarita. My drink tasty but I thought it was pretty small for $8. Also, I must say, we were kinda put off by the salsa. We couldn't really figure out what is was or what was in it. It took quite a few tastes before we got comfortable enough to eat it. Our server later told us what the ingredients were, but I couldn't recognize them. Also, for being made from roasted vegetables, it really didn't have all that much flavor. It took awhile for our meals to arrive. We both got shrimp. BJ got fajitas and I got tacos. Very few hits, mostly misses. The fajitas were just okay. The corn tortillas were thin and limp. My tacos were just okay, too. The rice was uninteresting. Boring, actually. The black beans were bland. My pinto beans were very good. We really wanted to like this place. But, sorry to say, it was not worth the $50+ price for two.
(3)Steven K.
Decent. Food has no zip, spice.
(2)Yianni C.
I used to like this place a few years ago when there were Mexicans running the place, but since there are new people, it's gone way down hill. It's no longer the place you would go for good food and and good people. The food: First let me say that while I'm certainly not an expert on Mexican food, I lived near the border for many years. I think I have been exposed to a lot of good Mexican food. Some comments about some of the things that I have ordered: The Margaritas are good. That's where it ends. The salsa is BLAND! It needs an element of freshness and salt. The tortilla chips come out brown and dry as though they are cooked in old oil. The chicken tacos that I ordered the last time I was there needed salt and flavor in general! The same is true for the fish tacos. The pork has a strange after taste. One of the reviewers said cinnamon and that is a decent description.The rice looks and tastes like mush. Again, no flavor. It used to be much better. The Mexican chicken soup is oily and lacks flavor ( big surprise). How can Mexican food be under salted?! It's perplexing. The people/the place: It's decorated nicely but that's where the warm fuzzy feeling stops. When we walk in there, they are always "too busy" to even acknowledge us. I never feel the owner ( or at least I think she is ) is warm and friendly. It's a real turn-off. Once we are seated, and after the ships and salsa arrive, we always have to ask for silverware. Is it too much to pre-set the tables so we can at least have napkins? I have the feeling they are trying to cut corners. It's not like it's a cheap place. Very sad because I really want to like this place because of the convenience. It's just not worth it!
(1)Marissa K.
I have to give Azul five stars because when it comes to Mexican restaurants in Pittsburgh, Azul is hands down my favorite place. Authentic food, fun colorful atmosphere, and GREAT cocktails. Naturally, the Margaritas are a staple and a 'must-get'if if it's your first time at Azul. So tasty and a perfect start to the night. Tejitos - a mojito made with tequila - this is one of my favorite cocktails in Pittsburgh - absolutely delicious. I like mine traditional but last time I was in I tried a mango version, it was pretty damn good too. And, unexpectedly, they have the most amazing Bloody Mary's - made with orange juice and Tajin (a new favorite spice of mine) - no horseradish. Slightly citrusy and very delicious. The wait staff is friendly and attentive - especially if the owners are around - and they generally are, doing their rounds making sure everything is going smoothly and that their customers are enjoying themselves. The food is just phenom: To start - The best homemade (and if they aren't homemade they are still just the best) chips, served with a few different salsas - so those are necessary for every trip to Azul. Table-side Guacamole, and my new favorite - Queso Fundido - a cheese dip with a kick to eat with your chips. If you are ever there on a night when they are serving mussels, that's a no brainer, also a must get. For your meal - If you haven't filled up on cheese dip, salsa and guac - then you have an array of options to choose from. I usually go for whatever taco special they have, last time I was there it was a wild mushroom taco, I've also had duck tacos and probably my favorite was a pork belly taco. You are typically served two tacos on your choice of corn or flour tortillas, along with rice and beans. There is a host of other options available as well, from salads to steaks, quesadillas and Azul Soup (which is really more of a delicious chicken stew with tortilla strips, avocados with delicious spices and veggies). Usually pretty busy on weekends for dinner, so if you're coming on a Friday or Saturday, you may have a short wait. But they have a gorgeous bar, and as mentioned, awesome cocktails so I never mind. As a general rule of thumb, if you're coming with six or more be sure to make a reservation any night, just in case. They also have two private rooms upstairs for parties, which is always a good time. Well worth a trip to the 'burbs for this great find.
(5)Mangala M.
Stopped by here on a Saturday evening with the family. The place was packed, and there was about a 20 minute wait for a table. We ordered a variety of entrees. I really enjoyed my chicken enchiladas. I asked them for all three sauces (green, red, and mole). Mole was by far my favorite. It's one of the best mole's I've had. Their queso dip, and guacamole were also very good. I couldn't put my finger on what they had put in the guacamole, but it was very flavorful. The highlight of my meal was definitely the margarita. It was fresh, not from a mix and very strong. Definitely one of the best Mexican places I've eaten at in the burgh.
(4)Jennifer D.
Good Mexican restaurant. Homemade guacamole is great! They make a great sangria also! A little drafty as there isn't a storm door. Don't recommend sitting near the entrance in the winter since constant traffic with people leaving and coming in the door brings the cold air in.
(3)Sharon C.
Been coming since it opened and have always enjoyed our dining experience. I have heard lately that it's gone down hill. I'm not really one to complain...but hopefully a poor review will help this business get its act together. Came with some friends on a weeknight...and they were out of my fav the half of a chicken. No real issues, ok, I'll find some thing else...few weeks go by and my out of town daughter comes in late on a Friday...so I suggest Azul.We got there around 8pm and sat at the bar. It wasn't crowded at all. The waitress took our drink and chip order informing us it would be a few minutes for the chips...they were making fresh batches. We received the drinks quickly.....and that's where it totally fell apart. Our waitress disappeared outside on her phone. We sat for about another half an hour...and two of the waiters came up, got us drinks and gave us free guacamole . They said they saw us sitting there the whole time and felt bad. One offered to take our order. I'm not stupid...and I wanted to leave...but it's nearing 9pm and by the time we drive elsewhere....bottom line I was famished. The waitress reappeared and apologized...but went back outside on here phone!!!! They were out of the chicken AGAIN.....so we ordered salads which were stupidly dinky and left. We got in the car and I realized it was 10:10.... Unbelievable . Never again"...
(2)Cindy L.
Beautiful atmosphere. That's it though. The food us very bland. Will not give this place a second chance.
(1)Johnny L.
Go there all the time. I never had aproblem with the service, in spite of what I raed from other reviews. Food and drink always really good. Always seem to see friends whenever we are there. Home made guacamole is the utmost. Recommended.
(5)L K.
Decor nice, service ok, food ehhh. One of the nicer place to eat in the area but then again there's not too many places to eat in the leetdales area
(3)Rachael K.
I have always gone to eat at Azul despite the fact that it is always hit or miss. This last visit will surly be my last. The service, for once was actually good. The food was mostly bland & tasted much different than it ever had before. Usually the pork enchiladas are quite tasty, but for some reason they were over powered with cinnamon. I had hardly any sauce on my plate. Also, the pico today was only diced up tomatoes, and as usual -- no queso fresco! Just take it off your menu already! They NEVER have any on the dishes that claim to have it. The pinto beans have either been changed or we were just served whatever beans were just laying around. Not to mention I was served a pretty rotten avacado. The rice didn't taste very fresh & was more bland than anything. So sad the owners have let this place go down hill so much!!
(1)Jason K.
The street tacos and the carnitas are great. I would give it a better review but the service was pretty bad. On the last visit, the waitress never refilled the water and did not bother asking if we wanted refills on our paid drinks. I hope the owner sees this. The place is great and the food is the most authentic in the area. But they need to ask more of their servers.
(3)Lauren C.
I can't help but hit up Azul anytime I'm in the Sewickley/Leetsdale area. The problem is that unless you are looking for the restaurant, you will never find it. It is in a house on a residential street and is rather unassuming. You probably wouldn't even know it was a restaurant on the off chance you were driving down the street. I've always wondered how they stay in business because every time I've gone here for lunch, the restaurant is relatively empty (one to three tables full). Because of that, I haven't had the bad service that others have mentioned. I really like the chips and queso. I recommend the queso or guac over the salsa. Why the salsa is good, it doesn't have enough flavor/spice for me. Also, this is one of the few Mexican restaurants that charges you for chips and salsa. I can't speak for all the items on the menu because I always get the Azul chicken burrito (served 'wet' or with sauce). It's delicious, steaming hot, flavorful and filling. You can't go wrong with this option. Everyone I've ever brought here for lunch has been very pleased with their order. I haven't had any drinks with lunch but looks like they have a ton of tequila options.
(4)Lauren K.
I have recently moved here from California where I had all the great Mexican or Mexican inspired food I could eat, so I wasn't sure how this would really compare. I was pleasantly surprised. The chips and salsa were excellent! I had shrimp tacos - the shrimp was perfectly seasoned and cooked with a great mix of flavorful toppings. My mom is still raving about the Azul salad with chicken. We ordered the fried ice cream for dessert which was delicious and HUGE. I would definitely recommend this spot!
(4)Sibyl C.
Been traveling to this restaurant for years. Can't believe they were out of gaucamole, just lock the door! Abt 4pm only one other couple eating, very slow svs. Think they do better evening svs when more servers. Than close during day! At least 1 fam member needs to be around, this is what happens when you trust fam bus to someone else! Food was ok, but I have had better there. Disappointed but w return.
(3)Allison B.
The food was really good, but it was a little expensive. The chips and hard shells are clearly made in-house, which was delicious, and the margarita was small but strong. But $4 for chips and salsa and $8 for a single margarita is just a little pricier than we expected.
(3)K J.
Family owned and family friendly. Fresh food made to order. This is not a cookie cutter Mexican restaurant like the typical chains. If you want pre-made, pre-frozen food, go elsewhere. Owners are on site making sure patrons have a pleasant and delicious dining experience. Table side guacamole is a must have. Portions are generous, tasty, and served by friendly, upbeat staff. Average wait times. Weekends busy, expect a short wait. Overall, nice place to go for a casual, relaxing fair priced meal.
(5)Andrew V.
Terrible slow service, cold food and small drinks for a high price. Only positive was the atmosphere.
(1)Mia F.
Anytime my husband and I are craving authentic Mexican food, we go to Azul. The Azul Margarita is a must try. If margaritas aren't your thing, they have a very nice selection of Mexican beers. My only complaint with the drinks is that they are very expensive-- $12 for a margarita! The first time we visited we were in shock that we managed to spend $48 on 2 margaritas each-- so keep that in mind so you aren't shocked when you get the bill. Anytime we visit, we get an order of the table side guacamole to start our meal-- some of the best guac I've had. I got the Mahi Mahi Tacos and my husband had the Carne Asada Steak Tacos, both entrees came with rice and the choice of black beans or pinto beans-- we both got black beans. The tacos were fantastic, the rice and beans were only okay-- not my favorite. Overall, Azul has great authentic Mexican food and we will be back!
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