I can't believe this place is still in business after so many years of serving bland and boring Gringo food!? It's so inauthentic, canned and bagged tasting. Like another reviewer said, "bring your own salsa and hot sauce" and then, just maybe, you might be able to palate this place. Step it Casa Mexico, or step aside for something more meaningful in this idyllic little location in Hyde Park.
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Elsa J.
We love this place! Food is reasonably priced and authentic, it is a true family run business and they are warm and welcoming. The first time we went in my other half was craving a michelada but was disappointed to hear they didn't serve them. The pleasant young woman who was waiting on us returned several minutes later to let us know that although micheladas were not on their drink list, he father knew how to make one and would be happy to make one for us. They have accommodated this special request each time we've gone in and it makes one of us so very happy ;) No fancy fuss here, just good hearty food in a friendly atmosphere.
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Julie E.
This is an update.. my last review from 2011 still has merit.. however: As the weather has warmed up my friend and I have found that you risk a bit if you choose to sit inside/downstairs when the outdoor service area is full. Though we were seated promptly, our orders taken and chips/dip/salsa brought quickly- we seemed to be forgotten after that. I eventually had to tag the server as she walked by and ask that our food be boxed to go so we could get back to work on time- and we barely got an apology for the trouble. Also.. NO clamshell containers.. my nachos were put on a plate and covered with foil. which caused mucho condensation resulting in soggy chips by the time I got back to my desk at work. Not optimal by any means, but still tasty.
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Michael M.
Not so great food. When I think Mexican, I think spicy and/or flavorful food. I had the most bland mexican food I've ever experienced. It literally had no flavor. If you go, bring your own salsa and hot sauce.
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Ophelia M.
Ok, here's the dealio: Everything began wonderfully. Their Hyde Park location is fantastic. The service was phenomenal. We were greeted upon entrance and their servers were friendly and prompt for the duration of our meal. They served us bean dip AND salsa with the complimentary tortilla chip basket (yay!). Then things began to go downhill. As I sat taking in the ambiance (very Denny's-like booths and lighting), I noticed that they still had their Christmas decorations up (it was March)--not a huge deal, but kind of odd. Then my dining companion's margarita was served weak and watery (he complained, so I tried it as well and yep--sad and sorry sobriety in a glass). The entrees (chili relleno for me and an enchilada combo plate for my dining companion) were lacking any kind of memorable flavor at all. The rice and beans were just so-so. I live nearby and so really wanted to love this place! Unfortunately, no matter how great the location and service--it just didn't quite make up for the lack of flavor.
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Dustin J.
Over-priced, poor service, and Taco Bell-quality food. The tortillas they use must be from the discount/closeout bin at WinCo. I ordered Carne Asada (their special for the day) and got poop-brown guacomole, putrid yellow and brown cilantro and tomatoes in the pico de gallo, and the beans were spread so thin on the plate it looked like brown water with bean shells spread throughout. While the steak was cooked merely satisfactory, the rice they served (nearly as thinly spread as the beans) was littered with large burnt chunks of rice. For a single person at a table, it took me an hour and a half from the time i walked in to the time i had to ask for a check (which I had to ask for three times). In that time, I was able to order one single beer--which i pointed at the tabletop ad featuring their DRAFT beers and they still gave me a BOTTLE of something I had never had before and refused to refund or give me what I explicitly ordered--one basket of chips--and they charged me the mandatory $1.50 for a half basket of chips and a half dish of salsa--and one entree. There were only three other tables occupied in the entire restaurant and I was grossly overlooked, treated poorly, and received insanely small portions of food. This meal (one Carne Asada and a SINGLE BOTTLE OF BEER) cost me $19.09. I live within walking distance from this restaurant and love nearly every mexican establishment i've ever been to, but i will never, ever, ever, ever, ever eat here again. I hope that these current franchise owners get kicked out and a real restaurant can move in. Hyde Park needs more quality restaurants otherwise it will continue floundering like a fish out of water with its hiked-up prices and low quality of product.
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Elizabeth R.
OK, we're new in town. We're still in boxes and we wanted a quick, easy and inexpensive dinner with the kids. Only $1.95 for kids on Sundays. Sounds great. The dining room is downstairs and very cool in the summer heat. The basket of chips and salsa are great. Things are looking good. Then I ordered the chicken mole, on their suggestion: the meat was in little bite sized pieces and the mole tasted like it could have come from a Chinese restaurant that uses too much sugar in its sauce. And the chicken meat was tough, not fresh. My husband's taco combo plate was very meh, as well. if you come here, I would only come for the chips and salsa and the very reasonably priced pitchers of beer. That said, the service was great: quick and friendly.
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Tara R.
For my refried bean fix, Casa Mexico in Hyde Park isn't it. The service is, however, delightful (despite the fact that we were super-annoying customers -- every single one of four of us changed our order at least once -- perhaps because the lunch menu was a bit hidden). My enchilada was yummy. Great chips and salsa. Really, most of the food was fine. I just really, really wanted refried beans (it has become a problem lately) and these were pale and soupy. The place is downstairs - took me a second to find it and it was very, very quiet at lunchtime.
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Dave S.
ignore the previous reviewers' neurotic expectations (the perfect refried bean and the "everything was great except for ONE thing" family . . . so, i'm gonna give you one star). i am happy to provide you with a reality-based review of casa mexico. for starters, apparently, casa is mexican for "house". the idea of eating in a house was kinda cool, especially since i had just left mine. also, i did find it ironic that the restaurant was located in the basement of the building considering that mexico is kinda in our basement. my only complaint . . . the one time i sat by the fountain near the cash register . . . it sounded like someone was pissing next to us the entire meal. nevertheless, the food was great, the staff was very attentive, and the margaritas had a positive effect on my date (and subsequently, the rest of the evening).
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Address :1605 N 13th St,Hyde Park
Boise, ID, 83702
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Specialities
Takes Reservations : No Delivery : No Take-out : Yes Accepts Credit Cards : Yes Parking : Street Bike Parking : Yes Wheelchair Accessible : No Good for Kids : Yes Good for Groups : Yes Attire : Casual Noise Level : Quiet Alcohol : Full Bar Outdoor Seating : Yes Wi-Fi : No Has TV : Yes Waiter Service : Yes
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.
Stephen K.
I can't believe this place is still in business after so many years of serving bland and boring Gringo food!? It's so inauthentic, canned and bagged tasting. Like another reviewer said, "bring your own salsa and hot sauce" and then, just maybe, you might be able to palate this place. Step it Casa Mexico, or step aside for something more meaningful in this idyllic little location in Hyde Park.
(1)Elsa J.
We love this place! Food is reasonably priced and authentic, it is a true family run business and they are warm and welcoming. The first time we went in my other half was craving a michelada but was disappointed to hear they didn't serve them. The pleasant young woman who was waiting on us returned several minutes later to let us know that although micheladas were not on their drink list, he father knew how to make one and would be happy to make one for us. They have accommodated this special request each time we've gone in and it makes one of us so very happy ;) No fancy fuss here, just good hearty food in a friendly atmosphere.
(5)Julie E.
This is an update.. my last review from 2011 still has merit.. however: As the weather has warmed up my friend and I have found that you risk a bit if you choose to sit inside/downstairs when the outdoor service area is full. Though we were seated promptly, our orders taken and chips/dip/salsa brought quickly- we seemed to be forgotten after that. I eventually had to tag the server as she walked by and ask that our food be boxed to go so we could get back to work on time- and we barely got an apology for the trouble. Also.. NO clamshell containers.. my nachos were put on a plate and covered with foil. which caused mucho condensation resulting in soggy chips by the time I got back to my desk at work. Not optimal by any means, but still tasty.
(3)Michael M.
Not so great food. When I think Mexican, I think spicy and/or flavorful food. I had the most bland mexican food I've ever experienced. It literally had no flavor. If you go, bring your own salsa and hot sauce.
(2)Ophelia M.
Ok, here's the dealio: Everything began wonderfully. Their Hyde Park location is fantastic. The service was phenomenal. We were greeted upon entrance and their servers were friendly and prompt for the duration of our meal. They served us bean dip AND salsa with the complimentary tortilla chip basket (yay!). Then things began to go downhill. As I sat taking in the ambiance (very Denny's-like booths and lighting), I noticed that they still had their Christmas decorations up (it was March)--not a huge deal, but kind of odd. Then my dining companion's margarita was served weak and watery (he complained, so I tried it as well and yep--sad and sorry sobriety in a glass). The entrees (chili relleno for me and an enchilada combo plate for my dining companion) were lacking any kind of memorable flavor at all. The rice and beans were just so-so. I live nearby and so really wanted to love this place! Unfortunately, no matter how great the location and service--it just didn't quite make up for the lack of flavor.
(2)Dustin J.
Over-priced, poor service, and Taco Bell-quality food. The tortillas they use must be from the discount/closeout bin at WinCo. I ordered Carne Asada (their special for the day) and got poop-brown guacomole, putrid yellow and brown cilantro and tomatoes in the pico de gallo, and the beans were spread so thin on the plate it looked like brown water with bean shells spread throughout. While the steak was cooked merely satisfactory, the rice they served (nearly as thinly spread as the beans) was littered with large burnt chunks of rice. For a single person at a table, it took me an hour and a half from the time i walked in to the time i had to ask for a check (which I had to ask for three times). In that time, I was able to order one single beer--which i pointed at the tabletop ad featuring their DRAFT beers and they still gave me a BOTTLE of something I had never had before and refused to refund or give me what I explicitly ordered--one basket of chips--and they charged me the mandatory $1.50 for a half basket of chips and a half dish of salsa--and one entree. There were only three other tables occupied in the entire restaurant and I was grossly overlooked, treated poorly, and received insanely small portions of food. This meal (one Carne Asada and a SINGLE BOTTLE OF BEER) cost me $19.09. I live within walking distance from this restaurant and love nearly every mexican establishment i've ever been to, but i will never, ever, ever, ever, ever eat here again. I hope that these current franchise owners get kicked out and a real restaurant can move in. Hyde Park needs more quality restaurants otherwise it will continue floundering like a fish out of water with its hiked-up prices and low quality of product.
(1)Elizabeth R.
OK, we're new in town. We're still in boxes and we wanted a quick, easy and inexpensive dinner with the kids. Only $1.95 for kids on Sundays. Sounds great. The dining room is downstairs and very cool in the summer heat. The basket of chips and salsa are great. Things are looking good. Then I ordered the chicken mole, on their suggestion: the meat was in little bite sized pieces and the mole tasted like it could have come from a Chinese restaurant that uses too much sugar in its sauce. And the chicken meat was tough, not fresh. My husband's taco combo plate was very meh, as well. if you come here, I would only come for the chips and salsa and the very reasonably priced pitchers of beer. That said, the service was great: quick and friendly.
(1)Tara R.
For my refried bean fix, Casa Mexico in Hyde Park isn't it. The service is, however, delightful (despite the fact that we were super-annoying customers -- every single one of four of us changed our order at least once -- perhaps because the lunch menu was a bit hidden). My enchilada was yummy. Great chips and salsa. Really, most of the food was fine. I just really, really wanted refried beans (it has become a problem lately) and these were pale and soupy. The place is downstairs - took me a second to find it and it was very, very quiet at lunchtime.
(3)Dave S.
ignore the previous reviewers' neurotic expectations (the perfect refried bean and the "everything was great except for ONE thing" family . . . so, i'm gonna give you one star). i am happy to provide you with a reality-based review of casa mexico. for starters, apparently, casa is mexican for "house". the idea of eating in a house was kinda cool, especially since i had just left mine. also, i did find it ironic that the restaurant was located in the basement of the building considering that mexico is kinda in our basement. my only complaint . . . the one time i sat by the fountain near the cash register . . . it sounded like someone was pissing next to us the entire meal. nevertheless, the food was great, the staff was very attentive, and the margaritas had a positive effect on my date (and subsequently, the rest of the evening).
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