South of the Border restaurant -Regal Plaza

[inteller]

quote:Originally posted by wavoka

Originally posted by sgrizzle

I likeD south of the border and used to eat their regularly. We had a decent sized group that ate their once a week. Instead of any discounts or freebies we got occasional mediocre service and started getting overcharged regularly. At one point they even charged above menu prices and just said "the prices changed."

I like the owners and their food was okay but when you run off regular clientele, there is a problem.

So I don't hate the place, just probably not going back anymore. I hadn't posted a review because they weren't the best or the worst.

Inteller, any idea what happened to the compadre's deal? Any why in the world would you want Senor Tequila's? You can get Old El Paso at WalMart without waiting in the long lines and dealing with the non-existant service.
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Amen!

Glad to know I'm not the only one who finds Senor Tequila's to be waaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaay overrated

obviously we are not talking about the same Senor Tequila.  The one off 51st st sucks and I can't speak for the one on Peoria.


I also visited El Tequila a while back and found it to be acceptable.  Better than Agave, which they happen to own.  Agave is aweful....don't go.

I'm close to recommending a don't go for Mexico Lindo.  The last few times have been borderline.  Ever since HB1804 passed the wait staff has a pissed off look on their face and food is mediocre.  I think the old cook had to make a run for it.

[RecycleMichael]

I like Riobertos at 11th and Garnett. I especially like the 24 hour drive through.

For dine in we go to Speedy's at 22nd and Sheridan.

For drinks and dinner, we go to El Guapo's.

I can't wait for Casa Laredo to reopen in the downtown Adams Hotel building

[mrB]

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With that being said, here are a few links to inspections of some restaurants mentioned in this thread.

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SOUTH OF THE BORDER TEX MEX
4955 S. MEMORIAL DR. STE. F
TULSA, OK 74145
new location's inspections not online yet
search result

RIOBERTO MEXICAN FOOD
11303 E. 11TH ST.
TULSA, OK 74128
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EL GUAPO'S
332 E. 1ST
TULSA, OK 74120
search result

SPEEDY GONZALEZ
2165 SOUTH SHERIDAN
TULSA, OK 74112
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[sgrizzle]

quote:Originally posted by inteller


obviously we are not talking about the same Senor Tequila.  The one off 51st st sucks and I can't speak for the one on Peoria.


I also visited El Tequila a while back and found it to be acceptable.  Better than Agave, which they happen to own.  Agave is aweful....don't go.

I'm close to recommending a don't go for Mexico Lindo.  The last few times have been borderline.  Ever since HB1804 passed the wait staff has a pissed off look on their face and food is mediocre.  I think the old cook had to make a run for it.

So wait, you want a Senor Tequila to move in based on the fact you find one of their three location to be good?

I've only been in the 71st location twice. One trip was okay (other than my then-pregnant wife suddenly developing a mid-meal aversion to mexican food) and the other time we couldn't get waited on because the waiters and cooks were all huddled around the bar watching soccer. We timed it. Our waiter was 20 minutes between visits.

[mrhaskellok]

The best part about the new South of the Border is that it is right next to Coppertown... mmm... South of the Border Mocha.  

[inteller]

quote:Originally posted by mrhaskellok

The best part about the new South of the Border is that it is right next to Coppertown... mmm... South of the Border Mocha.  

yeah, aka double FAIL.

[inteller]

quote:Originally posted by sgrizzle

quote:Originally posted by inteller


obviously we are not talking about the same Senor Tequila.  The one off 51st st sucks and I can't speak for the one on Peoria.


I also visited El Tequila a while back and found it to be acceptable.  Better than Agave, which they happen to own.  Agave is aweful....don't go.

I'm close to recommending a don't go for Mexico Lindo.  The last few times have been borderline.  Ever since HB1804 passed the wait staff has a pissed off look on their face and food is mediocre.  I think the old cook had to make a run for it.

So wait, you want a Senor Tequila to move in based on the fact you find one of their three location to be good?

I've only been in the 71st location twice. One trip was okay (other than my then-pregnant wife suddenly developing a mid-meal aversion to mexican food) and the other time we couldn't get waited on because the waiters and cooks were all huddled around the bar watching soccer. We timed it. Our waiter was 20 minutes between visits.

well how many times did he visit?  we are usually in and out of there in 30 minutes.  it is a place to eat, not lounge.

[sgrizzle]

quote:Originally posted by inteller

quote:Originally posted by sgrizzle

quote:Originally posted by inteller


obviously we are not talking about the same Senor Tequila.  The one off 51st st sucks and I can't speak for the one on Peoria.


I also visited El Tequila a while back and found it to be acceptable.  Better than Agave, which they happen to own.  Agave is aweful....don't go.

I'm close to recommending a don't go for Mexico Lindo.  The last few times have been borderline.  Ever since HB1804 passed the wait staff has a pissed off look on their face and food is mediocre.  I think the old cook had to make a run for it.

So wait, you want a Senor Tequila to move in based on the fact you find one of their three location to be good?

I've only been in the 71st location twice. One trip was okay (other than my then-pregnant wife suddenly developing a mid-meal aversion to mexican food) and the other time we couldn't get waited on because the waiters and cooks were all huddled around the bar watching soccer. We timed it. Our waiter was 20 minutes between visits.

well how many times did he visit?  we are usually in and out of there in 30 minutes.  it is a place to eat, not lounge.

Take Drink order
20 minutes
deliver drinks, take food order
20 minutes
deliver food
20 minutes
deliver check.

[mrhaskellok]

quote:Originally posted by inteller

quote:Originally posted by mrhaskellok

The best part about the new South of the Border is that it is right next to Coppertown... mmm... South of the Border Mocha.  

yeah, aka double FAIL.

Why do you say that?  Have you tried the South of the Border Mocha?

[mrhaskellok]

Ate at South of the Border for first time last night.  Great food, great service, in and out in 30 minutes.

Got the chicken quesadillas and went at 5:30pm

[naenae42day]

Amen!

Glad to know I'm not the only one who finds Senor Tequila's to be waaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaay overrated
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obviously we are not talking about the same Senor Tequila.  The one off 51st st sucks and I can't speak for the one on Peoria.


OK..i am glad someone mentioned the Senior Tequilas on 51st.  I went in there once, and ordered a salad.  The cheese was MOLDY.  I am normally very tolerate of the language barrier, but I couldn't not make my waiter understand that I was unhappy with furry cheese.  Never will I go there again.

I do like the Mexico Lindo in Owasso.  La Mansion on 41st & 169 is ok.  What about Mexicali Border Cafe..I have never hada problem there.

[inteller]

quote:Originally posted by naenae42day

Amen!

Glad to know I'm not the only one who finds Senor Tequila's to be waaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaay overrated

obviously we are not talking about the same Senor Tequila.  The one off 51st st sucks and I can't speak for the one on Peoria.


OK..i am glad someone mentioned the Senior Tequilas on 51st.  I went in there once, and ordered a salad.  The cheese was MOLDY.  I am normally very tolerate of the language barrier, but I couldn't not make my waiter understand that I was unhappy with furry cheese.  Never will I go there again.

I do like the Mexico Lindo in Owasso.  La Mansion on 41st & 169 is ok.  What about Mexicali Border Cafe..I have never hada problem there.
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never been to the mexicali at 71st/mem.  I only went to the one downtown because it was the only mexican there, until El guapos....but sadly neither place is really better than the other...el guapo edges them out on ambiance only slightly.  Really, when I go into Mexicali I think of Spaghetti Warehouse....only mexican food.

[YoungTulsan]

quote:Originally posted by RecycleMichael

I can't wait for Casa Laredo to reopen in the downtown Adams Hotel building

I was thinking the same thing reading this thread.  I would always get Edith's Special burrito and a giant plate of rice.

[zstyles]

I never go to a "chainy" restaurant...I always head to easy tulsa for the real deal!(where they dont even understand me when I am ordering..its the best!)