Fonda San Miguel Restaurant
(512) 459-4121
2330 W North Loop Blvd
Austin,
TX
78756
30.3255
-97.7429
Neighborhood: Allandale
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great brunch
by gourmetgirl2
March 10, 2009
if you like authentic mexican food, you'll love fonda. the ambiance is great, although a little loud. the food is very good and the price reflects that and then some. Its a little pricey considering i'm not a huge fan of mexican, i probably wouldn't go back. But i enjoyed going there for brunch.
- Pros: very nice, good food
- Cons: very pricey, you have to really love mexican food to get your moneys worth
Authentic Mexican Food
by LincolnLogs
March 10, 2009
Excellent authentic Mexican (not Tex-Mex) food. Prompt curteous service and wonderful ambience. Food is on the expensive side ($18 Cheese Enchiladas) but the quality is there. Many daily specials, green choriso made in house. A dining experience.
Great authentic Mexican by Ami L. at InsiderPages
Contributor
February 06, 2009
When we lived in Austin, we went to Fonda San Miguel for the Sunday brunch. It is some of the most delicious and surprising Mexican food I've ever eaten - nothing like your typical taco shack food. I recommend the mole and the ceviche. A definite must try if you're in Austin.
Inviting atmosphere, Forgettable food
by user41
December 24, 2008
While the atmosphere and decor of Fonda San Miguel are inviting, the real reason for dining at a restaurant, the food, was unimpressive, especially for one of a higher price point. It was fine and nicely arranged, though I enjoyed it no more than a restaurant for half the cost. Also, avoid ordering a mojito, as it was basically a cup of lime juice for $9 (four lime wedges in the glass) with little mint or sweetener.
Upon entering, the courtyard area is lovely and colorful and the dining room offers a pleasant ambiance, though the tables are a bit too close together as I had no room to adjust my chair. Furthermore, the citysearch provided dress code is accurate as myself and my company were in nice attire, as were most others, though jeans were worn by some and I noticed several tables with kids, though well enoughed behaved.
The environment was welcoming and nice, though the food was forgettable. A nice place to just grab a drink and sit in the courtyard, though for dinner, look elsewhere.
- Pros: Atmosphere, Decor, Service
- Cons: Price, Average Food
Over Priced/Underwhelming - Fonda San Miguel
by ItBetterBeGood
June 28, 2008
To rank them mediocre would be a compliment. You're essentially paying for the leather bound menus and expensive bricks and mortar. The food is below average for the price and you will get better service at Taco Cabanna's drive-thru. Needless to say we were extremely disappointed after all the rave reviews and recommendations. In a time like this when people are pinching their pennies restaurants should do everything they can to back up their big prices with big service and excellent food. Sorry to disappoint but save your money.
- Pros: Leather Menus
- Cons: Food/Service/Price
A local must!
by Jacko3
May 27, 2008
This is a great local favorite! Every time my parents come to town they insist we go here. The restaurant itself is absolutely beautiful; almost worth going just to see the art. The service is above reproach - the servers know so much about their wines and their menu. The food is wonderful, I've been many, many, times and have never had a bad experience. The chorizo queso is amazing (almost a meal in itself), the shrimp are great, and so are the scallops. The owner is usually on the premises and willing to chit-chat with you. Definitely worth the money - amazing food, great wine list (includes hard to find Mary Edwards!), knowledgeable servers who obviously enjoy their job, and beautiful art. What more could you want?
- Pros: beautiful dining experience
- Cons: despite it's nice upscale appearnace, some people still show up wearing baseball caps and tshirts
Fresh food, great service
by shaft28
May 21, 2008
This is fine Mexican dining, very enjoyable. I love their appetizers and most of the menu. Very fresh food and fantastic drinks.
The mole is exceptional as is any of their chicken dishes as far as I'm concerned. The fish is very fresh but you can get something "plain" once and a while. The main steak dish, unreal.
I would skip the fajitas although the claim to have introduced them to the US. Boring, not flavor. Yes fresh but just nothing exciting about the meat at all.
Expect to pay for the experience and and to wait for a table. That's ok, they have great margaritas.
Excessivly Expensive!!!
by conjunction3
May 11, 2008
We went there for mother's day brunch, and unfortunatly didnt ask how much it would cost...we just figured it would be the normal expensive...maybe $20 each $25 at most. When we got the check, I swear I thought I would pass out! $147 for three people, outrageous! The food was good, but unless you ate absolutely everything it wasnt worth the money. Im still dumbfounded at how expensive it was, and sadly it really overshadows the lovely mothers day we had planned. On the bright side, the decor is amazing and impressive, but it still wasnt worth the money. If I'm going to pay almost $50 per person, I want baluga caviar quality, not quail and flan.
- Pros: Lovely setting, romantic yet layed back
- Cons: WAYYY too expensive! Not worth the money!
2 Sunday Brunches + 1 diet coke + one refill = WICKED RIPPED OFF!
by JKBM
May 04, 2008
While the price of gas steadily increases and I try to find other modes of transportation, I just spent $88 on brunch that was mediocre at best. That cost me two tanks of gas and I will now be riding the bus for the next couple of weeks to pay for that meal. I braced myself for maybe $20 a piece (which would still be overpriced) but $38.50 per brunch!!!!!!! And, they charged me for a refill for a diet coke! The audacity!!!!!! Everyone, go to Chez Zee for brunch instead.
- Pros: I'm going to lose weight now that I can't afford groceries
- Cons: I'm poor now
We will never return.....
by james01
May 03, 2008
This was probably our fifth time to visit Fonda San Miguel. It has never been my favorite restaurant, but we were with a group that wanted to try it. Their first visit resulted in disaster. Everyone agreed the prices were a rip off, the service was unacceptable, unaccommodating, and inflexible. (Example: My friend asked for some grilled jalapenos to accompany his meal---waitress responded that "the kitchen was way too busy to do that" The waitress was short, dismissive, and snooty. She was really put out to serve our 8 top. The food was luke-warm and took forever....upwards of an hour. This meal was a true disappointment. I'm afraid this place has turned into a bit of a "tourist trap". I will never return to or recommend this establishment. It was just horrible! AVOID. If you must see the place--stop in and have a beverage before going to a good restaurant.
- Pros: off the beaten path--atmoshere
- Cons: service, food, and prices
