Maria Maria

(512) 687-6800

415 Colorado St
Austin, TX 78701 30.2667 -97.7446

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Neighborhood: Downtown

What People Are Saying About Maria Maria

The Editor

Joshua Hinsdale

Citysearch

In Short – With three locations in California and Arizona, Austin enjoys the fourth location of this modern Mexican restaurant created by musician Carlos Santana. The décor is more sexy salsa club than guitar rock, with crisp, white accents paired with soft, romantic lighting. The menu features traditional Mexican fare with starters like fresh-made guacamole, queso flamado with varied toppings and a snapper ceviche presented in a coconut. Standards like nachos, quesadillas, enchiladas and fajitas satisfy, with the kitchen also turning out creative dishes like the chicken and mole…

1 Star Rating: Poor

09/16/09

Awful! Avoid at all Cost!

by quasistar2

Service was beyond slow. we arrived at 7 and didn't get drinks til 8 - it wasn't busy - a tuesday night. We didn't get served til after 9.

drinks were sour and putrid. the food is pre-packaged, so no chef in the back is actually putting your food together. salsa lacked any flavor, chips were from the store, beef enchaladas were bland. The architecture and ambiance was off balance - look closely at the wall cut-outs where the candles are ;)

Did i mention service was slow. oh and the lime pie dessert tasted like eagle brand.

Avoid this place and save your money and time.

  • Pros: None
  • Cons: service, decor, drinks, food, wait time,
5 Star Rating: Highly Recommended

06/04/09

Love, love, loooove this place!

by katilusa

We took a group here for a business dinner. I honestly had only modest expectations for this place, but it was a smashing success with the group! (phew!)

The drinks were great - perfectly stout! The food was amazing - braised ribs, enchiladas, guacamole, etc., etc. In fact, everyone raved so much about their dish, we ended up passing them all around to enjoy!

I picked Thursday night so the group could hear some live music, and when I made the reservation, the hostess assured me that this happened every Thursday. I was disappointed when we got there - no live music! At least the atmosphere was chic and the music playing was still good.

I recommend this place highly! A++++

  • Pros: Great drinks, fantastic food, fun, hip atmosphere.
  • Cons: Parking is hard, but they have valet!
5 Star Rating: Highly Recommended

05/28/09

Love The Bar

by jhiggins0276

They have a great selection of mixed drinks and beers - both local and domestic. All the drinks on the drink list rock.

The Details on Maria Maria

What to Drink:

Sample the margarita with a splash of sangria.

Know Before You Go:

Reservations can be made on their official website.

The Extras:

Given the inspiration behind the restaurant, it's no surprise there's live music Thursday, Friday and Saturday evenings.

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