Reviews for Macayo's Mexican Food in Surprise, AZ
There was just an overall weird vibe during our first visit to Macayos, which is Spanish for Macaws... 1. At the hostess... station, I requested a table for ten. They appeared perplexed and conferred with each other for about 30 seconds, even thoughthe restaurant was mostly empty. I remarked "I'll be over here while you figure this out". Someone wore their sassy pants 2.We were invited to our adjacent tables about 10 minutes later, which had four heaping bowls of chips and five cups of salsa. Aswe were getting everyone seated and menus distributed, a waitress arrived to whisk away our salsa bowls because, and I quote"Let me take these old salsas and get you some fresh ones". 3. Fifteen minutes after we ordered, I had to grab the manager andask if the appetizers would arrive before the entrees, as I hadn't seen the waitress since we ordered. Moments later,everything came, but they were awesome and comp'd all the appetizers! 4. After paying, we were finishing up conversations atthe table, when everyone at our table began coughing... as did people from the other 4 occupied tables in our area of the diningroom. I can't say for sure, but I'm thinking some pepper spray was discharged. I vocalized this and the group started for theexit, cough-chuckling along the way. The visit was memorable, but some of the food was kinda forgettable. The cheese crisptortilla was wonderfully crispy, but the cheese sure did taste like Kraft American singles. The chile rellenos from the TresRellenos entree were not battered and deep fried, instead they were raw chiles, sliced open, filled and baked/broiled. Theywere okay, just not what I had assumed. However, the rice was noticeably fluffy, the relleno fillings was tasty, and thetortilla chips were light and crunchy Read more
My daughter & I stopped by on Sunday for a late dinner after running errands so the restaurant was nearly empty. We were given... complimentary chips & dip to start off with while we perused the menu. My daughter ordered the chicken nachos & a frozen PinaColada which came with fluffy whipped cream on top. YUMMY! I went straight to the Mix-n-Match section & ordered 2 shredded beefenchiladas with green sauce & a chile relleno with green sauce along with a frozen Margarita. I have to say that every time Ihave eaten here the food has been really good & they definitely did not disappoint us on this visit. Our plates were HUGE & thefood was DELICIOUS! Neither of us could eat everything on our plates so we got boxes to take the rest home for dinner the nextday. I will continue visiting here for years to come as long as they keep up the excellent work in the kitchen. GOOD JOBEVERYONE! Read more
Probably the best Mexican restaurant we've been to since we moved down here. We've tried many but most only warranted the... initial trip. The food was decent and service was good. We will definitely come back. Read more
Really nice places lot of Mexican decorations and environment including mariachi music (not live though) food was ok same as the... service Read more
The 2 meals were unable to be eaten Wife had fish taco and the fish was burned. The beaf tamale was horrible wit a ver small... layer of beaf on the bottom. The waitresses was very great and felt sorry for her. Probably not returning. Read more
First time visit in Surprise, AZ. so I decided to stop for some Mexican food. I had the pork stew and it was good! Good amount... of spices with a small spicy kick. Paired well with a diet coke. Service lacked with not one person being thankful for diningin. Read more
These are the oldest carne asada fries I’ve ever had. The fries are literally crusty and the guacamole is turning brown. Carne... was dry. Our other part of the order was perfect and fresh but this was going to be my main meal. It’s so dry and crusted Ican pick it all up in one piece. I’m highly disappointed. Read more
Appreciated the quick response from staff when we arrived before the dinner rush. Having a bowl of salsa for both of us scored... points from my husband! We were in a bit of a hurry so glad they got the food there before we took down the entire bowl ofchips! Always love salad options so glad there was a salad that also gave me beans, corn, etc. His chimichanga was goodalso. Macayos is always a classic choice! :-) Read more