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Azteca's
- Hours:
Mon-Thu 11 am - 9 pm
Fri-Sat 11 am - 10 pm
Sun 12 pm - 9 pm
- Good for Groups:
- Yes
- Accepts Credit Cards:
- Yes
- Parking:
- Private Lot
- Attire:
- Casual
- Price Range:
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$$
- Good for Kids:
- Yes
- Takes Reservations:
- No
- Delivery:
- No
- Take-out:
- Yes
- Waiter Service:
- Yes
- Outdoor Seating:
- No
- Wi-Fi:
- No
- Good For:
- Lunch, Dinner
- Alcohol:
- Full Bar
- Noise Level:
- Quiet
- Has TV:
- Yes
- Caters:
- No
- Wheelchair Accessible:
- Yes
17 reviews for Azteca's
17 reviews in English
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Review from Amy P.
4/17/2012
I love Azteca's. My bf and I frequented their old location often when he lived nearby. Unfortunately he moved and we were unable to get there as often as we liked before. We were back in the area and decided to stop by and not much as changed food wise. You get 3 free salsas to enjoy while waiting for your meal.
I always order the chicken tortilla since it is delicious there. However, on this occasion it was kind of cold and didn't melt the cheese they put on top.
Our meals were delicious as usual! The bf got the usual california burrito, and I got the Azteca combination platter. One thing I will mention, I do believe prices have gone up. It is quite pricey. The california burrito was 12.95. That's a lot! I got the Azteca combination platter for $11 which is probably on par with most places. I just can't get over the price of the burrito and some of the other items I saw on the menu.
My Azteca platter was delicious and there was a lot. It included an taco with plenty of steak inside, topped with lettuce, tomato, and avocado. It was great. A cheese enchilada, and an enchilada suiza. I will only be ordering enchiladas suiza from now on, it was so delicious! It's topped with a light green sauce vs the red sauce, and with queso fresco, and stuffed with a nice spicy chicken mixture (there is a lot of chicken!) which pairs well with the lightness of the green sauce on top with the queso.
Our service wasn't that great as I had to flag down our waiter on a couple occasions simply to ask for refills. But I don't expect much more from any other teenager waiting tables on a Saturday night I guess.
Overall the food is still great, the prices a little steep, but I will continue to support a locally owned establishment since their food is consistently good. -
Review from Pauly G.
I crave Mexican food like my kids crave McDonald's, they smile when they see the golden arches, well I smile when I see the Golden Sombrero that hangs above the doors that grant me passage to this gem of a restaurant just north of Hall Rd on Mound. Upon entry of this Mexican restaurante you are greeted by Mum & Papas Pride & Joy, they call Aztecas. The Images of red, white, green, the ladles of Sangria flowing over the ice in a glass so big you need two hands to hold instantly start stimulating your brain to fire up those taste buds, they're in for a treat. . You just barley get your culo in the seat and they have presented you with crisp tortia chips & 3 house made salsas. I tried some of the guacamole with my chips and had to say it was better then most of the ones I've tried when dining out. I decided to try there special, 3 fish tacos, topped with a unique sweet red cabbage slaw served with rice & beans, it was delicious. I ordered the kids the chicken chimichangas, they usually don't finish there plate unless dessert is mentioned, but that was not the case today. My wife ordered the taco salad, she liked it. The service was great, and the owner made his way to the table multiple times to check on our dinner. If your looking to go out and get some Mexican food with fresh ingredients I would recommend Aztecas!
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Review from Sean J.
Utica, MI
9/8/2011
Fantastic food and friendly service. Their California Burrito is the kind of hedonistic bounty that will make you feel so good while you're eating it; but so bad about the choices you've made in your life afterward.
I could also drink their mild salsa on a hot day after a half-marathon.
Most of their food is spectacular. But surprisingly enough, I'd stay away from the fajitas, as they won't really knock your socks off.
They're also a bit on the pricey side for a family boutique Mexican restaurant, but I never regret the decision to go there. -
Review from Shen J.
Mountain View, CA
8/9/2011
The best advice that I can give is to go here on a tuesday and enjoy the dollar tacos. The tacos are my favorite thing here. The fajitas are good as is the shrimp cocktail. The only thing that I didn't like here was the carne asada burrito, it was a bit salty.
The flavored lemonade is great, but since the refills aren't free it can be expensive. I'll be back to Azteca's. -
Review from Matt B.
Rochester Hills, MI
1/28/2012
Great food. Try the California burrito.
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Review from Lia S.
Rochester, MI
12/17/2011
I'm very picky about my Mexican food. Azteca's is a family owned restarant and is not part of the Azteca's chain. They have fantastic, authentic Mexican food that is consistent every time that I go in. I agree with other reviewer that it is a bit pricey compared to other places, but I like the food so much more than other places, that it's worth it to me. If you are craving Mexican food, you will not be disappointed.
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Review from Molida K.
Utica, MI
12/15/2011
I've been to Azteca's before they remodeled and after and I still give it a solid 3 stars. I'm a huge fan of authentic Mexican food and had the pleasure of trying the Tacos de tripita and lengua on my visit tonight. Since I'm used to eating tripe and beef tongue, I was right at home. But for those not as adventurous, I suggest sticking to the usual fajita/burrito route. Service was very friendly and the food came out in a reasonable time. My only complaint was that it was a bit pricey, but I'm used to things being pricey in this area of Metro Detroit. I will definitely be coming back.
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Review from Jeffrey J.
Santa Monica, CA
12/6/2011
Discovered Azteca's last April when in town on business.
I walked in the front door and was taken by the aromas from the kitchen.
Back in town this week, brought a colleague and his family who live locally.
They now have a new favorite restaurant.
This is authentic Mexican, not watered down anglo Mexican food.
My buddy and I had the pork in verde sauce special. It was amazing with complex flavors and lean pieces of meat. Flavorful, but not overly spiced.
The girls had the Enchilada Suisas, fantastic!
The corn and flour tortillas are homemade as are the soups.
A great find. -
Review from Marilyn V.
Sterling Heights, MI
7/30/2010
Loved it here. First time I had ever tried Tacos de Carne Asada - chopped steak tacos served the authentic Mexican way on soft corn tortillas with chopped onions and cilantro - very, very good.
The wait staff let me use my broken Spanish from high school to order - that was fun (uh for them, maybe not so much...)
I enjoyed looking at the authentic Mexican drinks in the cooler, wondering but not knowing quite what was in them, I declined to order one.
I also liked the very plain and unpretentious look of the place, can't stand those self-consciously over-decorated places that just scream "hey, we're MEXICAN!!" - it's like save it for Cinco de Mayo, willya?
Okay, there's my review, and a bit of a rant on Mexican Culinary Interior Decorating, HA! -
Review from Tiffany D.
Detroit, MI
10/22/2008
Cheap, good, authentic Mexican food. You will go home satisfied.
This place is in a strip mall off Mound Road, just north of Hall Rd/M-59. It's a great place to grab a bite if you're headed to the AMC Forum 30 for a movie, or if you happen to live on the Upper East side.
They do a couple of combo platters that are a really great deal (enchiladas, tacos, burritos plus beans and rice) and all your other mexican favorites. A family owned restaurant with a real authentic feel. -
Review from Nicole T.
Sterling Heights, MI
5/15/2010
Good food but the menu is very limited. Generally I think that's a good thing, do one thing and do it right. My complaint is that there are very few seafood selections and no vegetarian dishes whatsoever. I'm not a vegetarian but sometimes I like to eat a vegetarian meal because they're generally lighter.
I had 2 carnitas and a steak soft taco, both delicious.
The trio of salsas they bring you are fantastic and I assume, homemade, mix them all together for something great!
The best part of the whole lunch was the tres leches cake, you never see that on any menu outside of Mexican Town and the waitress said that's where they get it. It didn't disappoint.
The service was a little off. The waitress was very nice but very forgetful (we asked her three times for a straw, amongst other things). Maybe she was having an off day but I've read other reviews that mentioned the spotty service. -
Review from Jess B.
Utica, MI
7/14/2011
Well, I stupidly thought this was one of the Grand Azteca locations. The Grand Aztecas are GREAT. I placed my order on the phone, a simple chile relleno ala carte, and an order of chips and salsa. I arrived to a $13 bill. $8 for a plain cheese (not even beef stuffed!) chile, and when I got home, I found the chips were very stale. The hot salsa is good, but there's no point when you have nothing to eat it with. Ridiculous.
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Review from Wing C.
Troy, MI
8/14/2011 1 Check-in Here
Tasty!
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Review from Corey C.
Madison Heights, MI
1/19/2010
The bomb, what ever you get it will be good and authentic, there are few mexican restaurants i have been to that have been better. I have had mexican food in mexico and that was the best ever, but Aztecas is pretty darn close to what you will get south of the border. If you love mexican food get you butt over here, if you just like mexican food try Aztecas and you will love it. Thank God they are back. Come and get it yall.
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Review from Amya S.
Sterling Heights, MI
Updated - 5/17/2010
It seems as though the prices are going up and the portions are going down. The service leaves a bit to be desired, and this is coming from someone who frequents this establishment often. Still, it's my favorite place to grab Mexican food.
2 Previous Reviews: Show all »
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12/21/2009
It's a holiday miracle! Azteca is back in business. The steak tacos, salsas and soup are just as I… Read more »
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Review from Suzie M.
Sterling Heights, MI
7/18/2010
One of our favorite authentic Mexican restaurants. You cannot get better fajitas. The guacamole and the horchata are the best. Super friendly and fast service. If you love garlic, get their shrimp dish! To die for.
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Review from P B.
Sterling Heights, MI
1/19/2010
Great food and friendly atmosphere. I give it four stars!
