Enjoyed a nice and tasty meal this evening with my husband. We had a half order of the nachos to share, I had the burrito del mar and he’s had the El Bandito. Great meal! My eyes were bigger than my stomach (as usual) and I was only able to half of my seafood burrito. What really impressed me was that the gentleman looking after our table noticed and made a point of checking if the food was okay. I assured him it was, I just got full. We live in the Barossa and we’re not heading straight home so I didn’t take my leftovers. They discounted my main for me as a gesture of good will. I didn’t ask for this and it was certainly not expected. Thank you �. We will definitely be back (and I will order a more appropriate size dish for myself next time �)
Anybody who rates this place lower than a 5 is lying.
The food is amazing, service impeccable atmosphere spot on. Do yourself a favor. Get in for some of the best Mexican you can buy
We had dinner here twice while we were in Adelaide food was delicious best Mexican food I have eaten. Staff were very friendly and helpfull. Just sorry they are not in Brisbane. I would give them a 10 out of 10.
Zapatas, is the best Mexican in Adelaide. The Hibiscus and the Sopapilla dessert is to die for. Chicken Flautas, and Nachos rock, and the Enchilada's are grande.
Amazing food and delicious margaritas! We had a group booking for 34 women and these guys got all of our meals out at once so we could all eat together!! Fantastic!!!
When we're in Adelaide we always have a meal at Zapatas and have yet to be disappointed. We ventured in last night without a booking and even though they were chock full they accommodated us without fuss, promptly took our order and served us some excellent nosh. (I recommend the Chimichanga). We'll be back again next time we're in town!
Had a wounderful evening out with my daughter. Nacho were amazing. Margarita was to die for. 10/10 service and food
Excellent service, food was great ....as it was my Birthday it was my choice where to eat. Absolutely loved the strawberry and mango margarita's, had 1 jug of each...
Most enjoyable evening. Fab staff, food and drinks. Really looked after. Thank you �
Monday night Mexican cravings were a thing so I came here for pina coladas and nachos with a friend the other night. Expectations weren't sky high, but I was well chuffed with the meal. The pina colada margarita I tried was delicious, a generous glass, and soooo reasonably priced - I believe it was less than $10! Food wise, one of the specials, a haloumi and mushroom empanada, was absolutely divine and came served with a 'boom boom shake the room' salsa verde and a tasty enough fresh avocado and onion side. The nachos had plenty of topping ie piled high with sour cream, jalapenos and avo (unlike some of the piles of chips and measly looking half-coverage of cheese and token salsa dollop you get at other places!) Setting wise, I wouldn't bring a date here. I'd bring kids - it's a family friendly neighbourhood restaurant that actually does decent food for all.
Nachos were awesome , ribs were great. Been to the sister restaurant in semaphore which is pretty good as well. Round tables for 4 may be a little small if sharing
It has been some time sine we have been to this place. The decor is really lovely and the staff were all really polite and professional. The nacho supreme starter half serve to share was massive. Amazing dish and possibly the best nachos I have had outside the USA. The chicken enchiladas were really great as well. Not too big but fresh and full of flavour. The frozen margarita is always a must and did not disappoint. A great Mexican restaurant in a great location.
First time visit here for a random dating dinner. Nice settings, we enjoyed the privacy offered in the dining area. We ordered main course and cocktail. Food was not too bad but cocktail was beliw average. Sorry to say that. Overall dining experience was not too bad :)
Zapata's is the place to go if you're not sure about mexican food. It's kid friendly - tick. The service was friendly - tick. The food was ok. It was busy and we needed to seek attention from the waiters.
This restaurant has a great ambiance. Even when it is busy there are many corners to make it feel private. The service was good. My favourite part was being able to eat my nacho bowl. Yum!
Really enjoy the experience. It had a feel of 'they have been doing this for years'. Margarita was a bit plain. Food was good. Service - very good. I would return. Perhaps doesn't top my favor adelaide Mexican but a close second.
Tasty Mexican food and at an alright price. Tried the tacos, chimichanga and ribs. Half prices margaritas on Thursdays were the highlight!! Service was friendly and went home really full!
Prices are right and the food is really nice. Actually I don't like Mexican but my American mate loves it. He brings me here every year. It is consistent and fresh. Give it a go... see if you can find a quiet night as they ate only ok for service when busy.
Great authentic Mexican food . They are certainly not stingy with the guacamole with our nachos and combination dip. Highly recommend the chicken flautas which are 2 deep fried tortilaa with chicken +salsa+non other more guacamole. Something that we dont see in other mexican restaurants. Environment is a bit dingy but ortherwise just enjoy the food.
Great service, fast paced and very busy environment, family friendly and great atmosphere, my kids love to look at all of the historic photos. Margarita's made to perfection. Food was top notch for a minimum price!
I liked it here. Cannot beat half price Margaritas on Thursday nites so we defs picked the right nite- $4 and they were deelish. The food was significantly tasty, we had the make ur own fajitas- the beef was fantastic not the usual slop mince I have had at a few other Mexican places, and the condiments were very generous with actual avocado guac not tub boom! The tostada was a really tasty huge taco filled cornchip too. All round happy nite. 👍
Nachooooooos! My partner and I came here on Wednesday night when they had their half-priced nachos. A friend recommended this place specifically for their nachos, and we both agree that it was indeed flavoursome and generous with their toppings. Only problem is that we didn't feel very welcomed as soon as we stepped through the door. No smile, just a prompt "do you have a reservation?". If you can put that negative vibe aside, all the other floor staff were attentive and very friendly. Definitely a good place to have some decent Mexican food!
Great service and good food. Very accommodating by organising a larger table when the group kept growing. Good value and a decent range of Mexican dishes.
Great service, really appreciated our waitress and guidance with the menu. Good was great & fresh, if you like Mexican food, this is the best in Adelaide.
Live your work guys.
The food is great, the atmosphere and view too. Too bad that the service is sooo slow and their cocktails so low on alcohol... i Prefer the big sister in north adelaide!
So much better than the other 'popular' Mexican place down the road! Zapata's nachos are delicious and there were no issues when I asked for extra beans. All of the meals are made freshly and with plenty of flavour. Good atmosphere for big groups/families.
Every time I come here I always order the half plate nachos. Very generous portion sizes and amazing price (especially when it's half price Wednesday's!) comes with sour cream and avocado too which is normally extra at most places! Definitely recommend. Very satisfying and filling
Great dining experience. Food was full flavoured and reasonably priced. Staff were courteous and knowledgable. The decor had a pleasant Mexican feel which added to the experience.
Love the restaurant, the food was yummy & margaritas so good! But as always the male waiter (manager?) seriously needs to work on his people skills, very rude and terrible customer service. When going to pay for the bill there was no communication other than, "$72.50" with his hand out wanting the money! I once ordered dips as I was feeling sick, and didn't eat a whole lot of if, when he came to pick up the plates he told me I was silly for ordering it if I wasn't going to eat it & shouldn't have bothered ordering at all!!!! I love the food so much, maybe I'll try the semaphore Zapatas to get away from this guy.
Well I like it!. Ok, they may not have the best reviews - but I for one, really like the tostadas!
The enchiladas are good too.
Will be back!
Most delicious mexican I've had. Nachos are delicious and flavoursome. Will definitely go back again and again.
Once again, had a fantastic meal tonight. Love this place!!!
Awesome, the Tostada can be done vegan and its really good!!
Great Price, Great Taste. I ordered the Nachos Supreme on their half price nachos night (every wednesday). For only $10 you get a generous serve of nachos loaded with cheese, sour cream, guacamole, salsa and beans!
Delicious and filling and much better value and taste than Montazuma's.
Also got a lemon margarita which was tasty and refreshing and pretty good value for $7.
I've been here many times and would 100% recommend it again.
Best margaritas. Thursday night for half price margaritas, you can not go wrong! Order yourself some nachos with everything on them and just enjoy yourself. This is one of my most favorite places to go and one of the best mexican places in Adelaide.
We enjoyed the food, better than average Mexican food, had wonderful chicken and beef enchiladas. The decor is beautiful. Unfortunately the service is average. We walked in at 5.50 pm (yes early for dinner) and couldn't find anyone to greet is, after yelling out twice someone came over and seated us, no apologies or anything. We ordered a drink but said we needed more time to look at the menu, the waitress then took around 20 minutes. Not sure if I would return but the food is good.
Serving was huge, service was so so, nothing special. Loved the margarita and burrito. The booking system was abit weird though. Booked for 8pm, but turned up 10mins earlier, was refused so had to wait outside till clock hit 8.
I thought it was one of the best Mexican meals I've ever had and I've been to Mexico BUT I thought service was crap. Showed me table and walked away. No offer of drink or water. Had to get up and walk around to get service or bill even. Ill be back but hope it improves because I've heard similar complaints from other diners who won't go back.
Best Mexican in Adelaide!
I love zapatas and always order exactly the same thing: chicken flautas and chicken tostada. Both sensational every time. Service is pretty crap, decor a bit tacky and they hate people who expect to walk in without a booking whether they're full or not, but I just overlook all that because the food is always so good. Like all Mexican places, it will be expensive for the type of food compared to a bag of Doritos and a jar of Old El Paso, but I don't think you can do better than them at home.
Our fave. My husband and I love this place, best Mexican food we have had. Cute place, always packed. Service can be a little bad at times, mainly the older gentlemen who isn't very friendly, the other wait staff are always lovely. Fantastic frozen margaritas.
Overall a pleasurable mexican meal, our table was in the enclosed patio area which was quite cold and lacked privacy from other tables. Had the fajitas which were delicious though.
Awesome food! Great place to eat, food was lovely and staff were also great.
Recommend making a booking when you want to eat there though as they are very popular!
Loved it!. The meals tasted great! The chimichanga was delicious, the rice was a little bland however. Overall it was a nice atmosphere followed up with great tasting food. Look forward to going back!
Went with a group of girls - it was quick and delicious but our waiter was a bit rude and weird. Apart from that we will definitely be going back!
UPDATE! Mexican food is like country music, basically the same thing with a different name being the only way to tell it apart from another. Zapatas manages to induce their own flavour and flair with some re-worked Aussie fav's like the Barra and the steak.
Wonderful food, homely and comfortable surroundings.
It's cheap and you get a lot of 'bang for your buck' - same prices for years and years. $25 for a 250g steak I hear you say?
Fav dish is the starter 'Chili Con Queso' - a must start for every meal. It's an amazing array of cheeses blended and melted into one awesome pot of awesome.
I've been here countless times.
They have a great selection of Mexican beer and tequila.
Service is often sketchy, a little over-ambitious and can be rude, but rest assure it's not you, it's everyone. Just ignore him, he's better suited to French restaurant, in France, far far away.
Visit Zapatas, but you'd have to be something massive if you did entree man and desert.
Pretty good meal. I was worried to begin with as they were exceptionally busy and I didn't think i'd really be able to enjoy my meal and conversation.. but I think the layout of the dining room stops that from being too overwhelming. I took a friend and we both really enjoyed our meals.. though I think the portions could have been bigger. I ordered the "El Grande" expecting it to be El Grande.. but it wasn't. Would definitely go back again to try more items. Don't bother with the Pina Colada's though.. $12 or thereabouts and pretty disappointing.
The fajitas are a must try!!!! Excellent food! The chimichangas looked pretty good too will have to try them next time.
THE BEST MARGARTIA!!!. Zapatas has the best Margarita I've ever had. I recommend the lemon margarita which doesn't taste too potent and is very icy. It literally tastes like a lemon granita which I can't seem to find anywhere in Adelaide so here is the closest. While here I had the the Enchilada Grande which was a beef and a chicken enchilada served rice and frijoles. I wasn't too fond of it though as it tasted pretty average. I would have preferred a plate full of the rice instead. I was with other people so we shared our meals and they had the best Chimichanga!!!!! Definitely get that when you are there! It is a pocket full of goodness! The guacamole salad is also to die for so make sure you get that on the side to share. Service was very good but it does get quite bust in there on weekends so make sure you book ahead, as we booked at about 4pm on a Saturday and they only had space available at 8.30pm and when we arrived we had to wait for them to find us a table and set up.
BEST TEX-MEX IN ADELAIDE. Probably the best Mexican restaurant in Adelaide, it’s not exactly cheap and the portions aren’t massive but it’s good quality food with the flavour you’d expect in Mexican cuisine. I’ve been here a few times and all enjoy it plus the décor has a real Mexican feel, not tacky like other place our Adelaide but more of a traditional feel.
Very nice alternative to pub and bar food. Zapatas has a nice vibe, it was relaxing and pleasant, never been here before, we just happened to be in North Adelaide and were hungry. A very nice alternative to pub and bar food and I recommend Zapatas to anyone.
Great atmosphere, service, and food to match, the half serve of nachos was huge, and between the two of us didn't leave much room for the mains. Had chimichanga and tostada for mains, both great and ended up taking a fair bit home for lunch tommorrow. Great food and good value for money but will definatly order less food if we make it back again.
Went here on a date recently, nice ambiance, small and quaint. He could not stop raving about the Guacamole, which indeed was very good, as were the chips. I had a margarita which was great, nice choice of drinks. With the entrees and mains, I was full, maybe too full, not a bad place for date.
I would go back. It's a great little neighbourhood restaurant.
Overall worth it!. Cosy little place, It's a little bit hidden and even looks small when you go in, but then it really opens up. The portions are filling and the margaritas are excellent! We had a bit of a wait, but enjoyed some drinks and the surroundings, overall worth it!
Your tastebuds will be satisfied!. Out of the few Mexican restaurants in Adelaide, I have to say Zapata's is the best. Compared to other places, the food here is fresh and more authentic and tastes great. The textures and colors and spices are vibrant and delicious. Also the atmosphere and décor are as if you’re in an old style Mexican place. As you walk in you are constantly looking around at all the Mexican memorabilia.
The margaritas are great and priced well, especially on half price night. So the food… well I love their Zapata’s ribs, their Burrito Del Mar and Chilli Colorado just to name a few. These are obviously my favourites.
If you haven’t been just go and try it. I guarantee your tastebuds will be satisfied!
Awesome Mexican and Place. Zapata's has always been one of my consistent favourite places around Adelaide. The food is priced very well and the taste and flavours are great. The staff are very friendly and attentive, however when they are busy, be prepared to wait just a little longer for service. Pretty normal these days though. The end result is a place that I've been coming to consistently for a meal. It is a great place and if you haven't been I recommend it.
First visit. I have heard about this place from a number of friends, however, I have never really been a fan of Mexican food.
We ended up here a couple of weeks ago for a friend's birthday (on a Friday) and were surprised.
The food was delicious, the service was prompt, nice range of drinks, and a comfortable feel to the place.
I had the "El Bandido" Beef and cheese Enchilada, served with rice and Chips.
It was wonderfully hot when it arrived and I thoroughly enjoyed it.
What can I say? I didn't really want to go at first, but now I will be going back again soon :)
Great Mexican!. This place is awesome. There food is delicious and the prices arnt bad at all. There meals are very tasty, especially there enchiladas and the service is really good too. Will be returning again.
Great Food and Atmosphere. Really enjoyed our experience at Zapata's,, great food and great atmosphere. Had friendly service and I will be coming back again!
Zapatas mexican. The restaurant was very busy, which is to be expected for a Saturday night, and the food was okay, enormous servings though! We had the nachos, some enchiladas and tacos, a good mix. For entree we had the queso dip with corn chips which tasted like a Le Snak. We had about 8 waiters ask us to order our dinner but not one took a drink order, a balance they might need to work on. Overall, a good experience.
Love it. Great meal every time we go, this was a staple diet on a wednesday for the nacho! Keep coming back
Keep coming back to Zapatas!. Zapatas is THE best mexican restaurant in Adelaide without a doubt. They always have people walking in and there is never a night when it isnt busy! The food is wonderful, the specails are great!!! Its has wonderful intimate settings for just the two of you or great seating for groups. The staff are always friendly and they have VIP which entitles you to $15 off your total bill (which could get you that extra lucious cocktail).
Over all this place is great, anyone who says anything different is just being picky :P
Love it. Have seen some negative stuff so thought I might add my bit-there is nothing premix about the sangria or margaritas!!! they are the genuine article, I know cause I've seen them made. The place is always busy and the food is definitely not overpriced - I've been to pubs where the food is more expensive. Some people just want to complain. Food is great & atmosphere amazing. Cater for all tastes; vego & meat eaters. If you want it hotter, all you have to do is ask! give it a go!
Love it. Have eaten here a few times, once with my family from Victoria, so 5 of us and then with a group of 12. Both times outstanding service from the young gentleman with the accent, absolutely fabulous.
Both times I had the fajita's and loved them, while it doesnt look like much it is very filling. Everyone from both bookings loved their food - will definitely be back!
My favourite restaurant!. I keep reading negative reviews about this place and its inspired me to write something POSITIVE! Zapatas is always packed so they must be doing something right - its my favourite out of any Mexican restaurant in Adelaide (and I've tried them all). 1/2 price Margaritas night on Thursday night is fantastic, as is 1/2 price Nachos on Wednesday. Not the cheapest place around, but its the only place where I can devour the whole plate happily so I feel like I'm getting my money's worth!
A favorite among my group of friends. Good food and the margaritas are amazing!!
Best Mexican in Adelaide. Best mexican in Adelaide, fresh tasting and full of flavour and the beef fajitas are awesome. Have been going there over the last 8years and have never had a bad meal.
Eat the beans!!! If u don't I'll regret it!! Trust me:)
Great little Mexican restaurant with a lovely ambience and nice warm atmosphere. Had the best nachos I've ever tasted, full of flavour and absolutely delicious. The service here needs some work though - as some of the other reviewers have pointed out, the owner who ushers you to your table comes off a little abrupt, and the tables for couples are quite small with barely enough room for two plates and drinks. We were constantly interrupted by different waitresses who were rushing us to take our plates away before we'd even finished.
Service and food are great here. I have been here a few times and have liked the food a lot. A very good choice of items to pick from and meals are big size. You won't go home hungry at all. Always has plenty of room for you to come in and enjoy dinner.
By far the most Mexican food in Adelaide, and my family is half Mexican. Service is unusual, but still impeccable. You will not get the same waiter, or waitress throughout your meal but somehow they make this work. Your food still comes out in a timely manner and they don't mess up the order, so there can be no complaints here, just be ready for this. Then there is the food portion sizes, they are very generous, you definitely get value for money, just be sure you are hungry before you go here. All up a fantastic meal, atmosphere, and unusual, yet great service. Definitely deserves the 5 stars.
Had best nachos ever after 2 years…. Must visit it will be a memorable one.
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Cute mexican restaurant.
The vibrant decor and customer service was on point. She provided us with suggestions and offered us insights on the popular dishes.
The food was unique to our taste buds. The mashed foul beans were my favourite and the rice was filled with flavour.
It was really good
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