Guadalajara Original Grill
Mexican Restaurant$$$$
Tucson
"Table side salsa is wonderful!! Great food"(3 Tips)
"killer salsa and best mole ive ever had."(5 Tips)
"Best salsa by the table...great margaritas and food"(10 Tips)
"They make the Salsa right in front of you at the table, Delicious!!"(2 Tips)
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Angie KleinMarch 17, 2015We had taquitos con papas. They were served with guacamole and refried beans. They were very yummy dipped in the salsa. The corn tortillas were made by a woman who you could see from the table.
Brielle KingstonApril 29, 2014The food is wonderful, live music on the right night. Fresh salsa is to die for! & you can pay for more to take home - yummy! However I've had terrible service from waiters, & managers @ this locationUpvoted Mar 22
Isabel ArzateDecember 30, 2018Very good food, portions are huge and Andres was a great waiter! He was very courteous and attentive! Great experience, just sorry we missed the mariachi, we got here too late.
Mandy JonesMarch 11, 2015My favorite Mexican restaurant in Tucson! They make the salsa at your table. It is so delicious! Great enchiladas and mole also. Make reservations because it gets really busy.
Erick BarborNovember 24, 2013Since the salsa angle has clearly been covered by every other tip, get the carnitas-anything. Their flour tortillas are bomb too.
Emily VAugust 3, 2018Good chips, good salsa, giant margaritas, and vegan/ vegetarian options too! Presentation of tacos is beautiful. Nice for after work or casual date night.
Andi RadiceAugust 23, 2016We always eat here when in Tucson. Mariachi band and table side homemade salsa. Authentic, reliable food.
Malcolm WoodyardJune 10, 2013I really liked this place. Food was really awesome! Was busy but we didn't wait too long. My friend is a vegetarian and they had a great selection for her.
Christian UhlMarch 23, 2015They serve fresh salsa at the table. And you should order a LOT. It's amazing. They will even make an extra hot if you request it.- Ysa RMarch 5, 2013Must indulge in the Bandera Margarita. For an appetizer you can't go wrong with the queso fundido con chorizo, and the carne asada chimi is delicious!
Julialouisegraves GravesOctober 2, 2017I got the pollo en mole and it was 90% mole, 10% pollo. Also the portion sizes are ridiculous (one main can be shared among a family)- Zach Solomon-BeloinMarch 27, 2016Fun experience for the family. They do table side salsa that is amazing.
Philip TamApril 26, 2012You have to get the musicians to play the Mexican hat dance before you eat, you just gotta!!!! Don't forget the friendly tip!!!!!!!
Try The Mexican Culinary Tour. They have different specials from different states of Mexico every month. This month, it's Puebla, and the specials are all really good. I've tried them all! Read more
BobFebruary 18, 2012Best servers with a lot of patience and creativity to celebrate a special event. They made my sister's graduation super special.
House margis are outstanding, table-side salsa is a fun niche too.
Jamie MaddenNovember 2, 2011Order the very hot salsa from the salsa lady. It has the most flavor! Just make sure you get your drink beforehand!
Dia smithJune 7, 2012The drinks &food staff is excellent here ! When you go say Hi to C in kitchen, she's a great chef!
Emily GraceJune 9, 2013The table side salsa is amazing. However I literally saw a salsa woman pick up trash and then use a rag covered in bleach and then make the salsa without putting on a new glove. Yuck.
Rachel NelsonMarch 10, 2012Awesome salsa that they make right in front of you. Men sang to us, ambiance, great fun!
Christopher TannerJanuary 10, 2015Good and strong cadillac margarita. Fresh salsa and guacamole, love the patio.
Matthew BoeppleJune 9, 2010Salsa made to order at your table (bring tip cash)! Try the El Presidente Margarita. Get reservation, especially if going in a large group.
Melinda GardinierAugust 30, 2012the make salsa at your table which taste great and the food is good too.
Matheau MichalakDecember 28, 2013Parking is a premium here. No spots around the entire block, same-side. Plan to park across the street.
Jonathan DavisOctober 12, 2013The times published are inaccurate. Extremely disappointed after coming from phoenix. Website and sign both say open until midnight, but they close at 10:50. Rude hostess too when we walked in.
Mary JacobsAugust 18, 2015The worst service at the bar that I have ever received. Happy hour appetizers are overpriced! The margarita was okay but not nearly as good as the ones at On The Border.
Jordana SaletanAugust 30, 2015This place is disgusting. The food is akin to On The Border or some other terrible chain, and I cannot figure out why so many people like it. Bland, poor quality, and inauthentic.
Jennifer Q.September 15, 2012They're putting in a patio, so the parking lot is a crowded mess! Still wonderful food, as always.
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Originally from Guadalajara, Mexico, Emma Yolanda Vera, was inspired to open and operate the original Guadalajara Grill in Tucson, Arizona. Since 2002, she has been offering a wide variety of the best Mexican food including fresh and innovative dishes that keep our customers coming back.
Open until 11:30 PM (Show more)
- Mon–Sun
- Midnight–11:30 PM
(520) 323-1022
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Outdoor Seating
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Live Music
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