Reviews for Nopal by Cintrón in Gainesville, FL
A customer of mine recommended this restaurant and boy were we glad they did. Very fresh atmosphere, friendly staff. And the... food probably some of the best We've had in the last couple weeks. They have an Italian flare to some of their food and yourtraditional Mexican style food. Alejandro was our waiter and he was on top of his game. He was very attentive checked backregularly and always made sure we had a drink. Definitely one of my top 5 in the area For food. Read more
Been meaning to try out this newer Mexican place in town so stopped in on a Sat for lunch. Sadly was not impressed. Prices are... higher than our usual favorite place, they don?t have a 2 for margarita special. The house margarita I did get had a strangetaste. There is a $3 charge for chips and salsa, something I never agree with. We Had the nachos which left alot to be desiredtaste wise and was short on toppings. We came, we tried, we wont come back. Read more
I ate here with friends, last month and again this month. Both times our food was delicious! Outside dining was available, but... it was midday and humid so we choose to sit inside, although many tables outside were filled despite the heat. Tina was ourserver during the first visit and was fantastic. Be sure to ask for her. She was knowledgeable about the menu, attentive andefficient. Our server the second time was very nice, but a little busier with her tables. The first time we ordered the chickentacos (probably the best chicken tacos I have had in terms of flavor), the beef tacos and sweet corn flan. The taco platterscome with beans and rice. This lunch for 2 with soft drinks was around $43 plus tip. The lunch last week lunch was a plate ofnachos as an entree (delicious!!!!), pork belly tacos, and 2 margaritas ($4 special). This lunch was $38 plus tip. The foodboth times was flavorful, hot and delicious. They run lunch specials on cetain days, so be sure to ask about the lunchspecial. Of note, there is an uncharge if you order the charro beans. It is listed on the menu as a choice with your tacoplatter, but if you order them, there is a $1 upcharge. The server advised of the upcharge, but both times my friends failed tohear and both were irritated with the charge. While it's only a dollar, my friends felt it was the principle. FYI, I tasted thebeans and thought they were very tasty and worth the dollar. Read more
First timer and had one of the best service the waiter made sure everything was on point. He literally walked back and forth... multiple times to make sure I got everything I needed. I really like the shrimp tacos and the tres leches . The price isreasonable! Will be back!! Read more
I wish 0 stars existed for the pickup I just got today. The grease on the tacos is horrifying, hair threaded through the... quesdilla. The shell is mush and I live five minutes away. I want a refund none of it tasted fresh. And honestly the chips andqueso are $9...well the bag is grease and half full. It was $60 wasted. Pictures below. Tacos should be called braised greaseinstead of braised beef. I called to complain and they told me to drive the food back for my refund....so on my wayback....some true management. I dropped the food off where they hassled me to get my money back so we went container bycontainer. It was a bit much and not what I would have done with a dining room full of people. Read more
Honestly, I think this may be the best Mexican in Gainesville. I know it's a bit more fusion than traditional Mexican, but you... won't be disappointed by their creative appetizers (avocado egg rolls and Mexican street corn avocados are my favorites). Also,they have a fabulous screen in outdoor seating section! Read more
Arriving at an early afternoon wasa good idea. I met the servers and owner. All were friendly and willing to have conversation.... Ordering the guacamole you get a very hearty portion to compliment the chips. The pork belly tacos were very good also. Itseemed there was a glaze on the meat which was good to have with the mango dressing . The colors were appealing and it wasntoverly sweet like it had been soaked in sugar. It was just right to compliment the meat. I finally made it here, and was worththe wait. I'll definitely be back. Read more
Really enjoyed this restaurant. The service was good, food came out quickly and was excellent. I had the pork belly Torta...I... have to say, that is what pork belly is suppose to taste like. Had a burnt ends texture. My wife enjoyed her chicken enchiladaas well. We will be back! Read more