After 500+ visits (no exaggeration 25 years), still my favorite Mexican food. Wide variety of menu items although I ALWAYS get chicken fajitas with burned-black onions (my special request). Food same quality as 25 years ago and Raphael is still on site daily. I guarantee youll like this place but it is kid-friendly.
At least 2 presidents have eaten here and they'll treat you like a king. My family and I have been dining at Rafas for over 15 years. The food is consistent, service is outstanding and the margaritas (order the Chet margarita) are the best. Oscar is our primary waiter. Whenever I'm with my clients, we definitely stop here to refuel before looking at more houses.
At least 2 presidents have eaten here and they'll treat you like a king. My family and I have been dining at Rafas for over 15 years. The food is consistent, service is outstanding and the margaritas (order the Chet margarita) are the best. Oscar is our primary waiter. Whenever I'm with my clients, we definitely stop here to refuel before looking at more houses.
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Rafa's Cafe is a family owned San Antionio style TexMex/ Mexican cuisine restaurant with a large selection of specialty margaritas and tequilas. And, we're well known for our traditional Tex-Mex cuisine, such as our puff tacos, cheese enchiladas and savory fajitas. We hope our customer service and great food will make our family restaurant a great experience.
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Glenn P.
Jan 25, 2022
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Kristie A.
Jan 10, 2022
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This place is really cool. Two totally separate feelings of this restaurant since there is a solid divide between the restaurant and the bar. I have never been seated in the restaurant part, but you have to pass through it to go to the restrooms. It's bright, quiet and very restauranty. The bar area is the opposite. Dark, colorful with all of the music artist portraits, loud and also cozy. Could easily spend a while here watching sports.
We have always sat on the bar side. They have several tables and of course bar seating. The chips are those thin greasy type that are so good and
We have always sat on the bar side. They have several tables and of course bar seating. The chips are those thin greasy type that are so good and
Laura Molina
Dec 19, 2021
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Steven L.
Nov 19, 2021
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Gary Dzurny
Nov 02, 2021
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Robyn M.
Aug 10, 2021
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Came to Rafa's with a friend for dinner one evening after a friend of mine highly recommended their menu. Unfortunately my sentiments are not the same. Everyone was friendly and our server was nice but the food was just okay. Nothing to write home about.
The vibe is very casual and no frills Tex-mex. Some workers were wearing masks, some were not and of course, patrons are not required to wear a mask either. The menu has your usual suspects: quesadillas, fajitas, enchiladas. I ordered the veggie enchiladas with queso sauce and my friend ordered the beef chimichanga. My enchiladas were just
The vibe is very casual and no frills Tex-mex. Some workers were wearing masks, some were not and of course, patrons are not required to wear a mask either. The menu has your usual suspects: quesadillas, fajitas, enchiladas. I ordered the veggie enchiladas with queso sauce and my friend ordered the beef chimichanga. My enchiladas were just
Richard Lapp
Jul 30, 2021
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Sara Brice
Jul 30, 2021
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Erinne F.
Jul 13, 2021
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Came in for a quick lunch and was great for it. The bar was very casual and dining area seemed more fine dine. Ordered the half order of fajita nachos and bartender recommended getting the combo (chicken and steak) both meats were so flavorful and tender! I was very surprised! And if you like gooey cheesiness, it was not shy of that. Doesn't get 5 stars because the salsa wasn't very good and I wish the pickled jalapeños that came with the nachos were spicier. Will definitely be back though!
L. R.
Apr 27, 2021
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I cannot even believe how I am writing this - the service we got from Jose, our waiter was as usual - GREAT!
Unfortunately - the drunk lady in white zip up in table behind us was another story.
She tried to start conversations with us and we really did not want to engage - my friend just lost her husband to covid; I just lost my son 2 weeks ago.
This drunk woman started mocking me asking Jose/Joe for an item in Spanish - she was making racial comments of me asking in Spanish - this continued when I was asking for Joe to help us with this drunk.
The 'creme de la creme' is the NASTY
Unfortunately - the drunk lady in white zip up in table behind us was another story.
She tried to start conversations with us and we really did not want to engage - my friend just lost her husband to covid; I just lost my son 2 weeks ago.
This drunk woman started mocking me asking Jose/Joe for an item in Spanish - she was making racial comments of me asking in Spanish - this continued when I was asking for Joe to help us with this drunk.
The 'creme de la creme' is the NASTY
Its Mahi
Nov 21, 2020
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Not only their food is amazing , their customer service is perfect. Because of this pandemic we usually seat out door, as they did not have available seat for us , the manager was so kind and brought us another table for the outdoor so we could seat , eat our food and enjoy the weather. You can’t go wrong with the beef fajita the taste is amazing . We will come back 🍁🍂
Kelvin F.
Nov 05, 2020
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Tommy N.
Sep 27, 2020
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The chimichanga with queso was very delicious and the portion was great. My wife's dish was a special and was tasty as well. I love the architecture of this place and the staff kept the chips rolling in which is a plus. Be warned that parking is challenging but if you are ever in that area definitely give this place a stop by! You won't be disappointed.
FYI the yelp check in doesn't work!!!! Was told that it's been deactivated for some times? I don't know why?
FYI the yelp check in doesn't work!!!! Was told that it's been deactivated for some times? I don't know why?
Mark Winstead
Jan 30, 2020
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After 500+ visits (no exaggeration 25 years), still my favorite Mexican food. Wide variety of menu items although I ALWAYS get chicken fajitas with burned-black onions (my special request). Food same quality as 25 years ago and Raphael is still on site daily. I guarantee youll like this place but it is kid-friendly. They groom the next generation of patrons. At least 2 presidents have eaten here and theyll treat you like a king.
Jose Espinoza
Nov 30, 2019
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Stephen W.
Oct 24, 2019
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We had not been here for several years because the last time we ate at this restaurant someone changed the tip amount so that when I got my monthly statement it was different from my receipt. So I boycotted them for several years.
We returned to this place in October 2019 and the dishonesty still exists. Besides that, this place is doing just about everything wrong.
The margaritas are weak and taste like chemicals. Yuck. I did not finish mine and I always finish at least one and sometimes two.
The food was mediocre. Service was spotty. We got our food in a timely fashion but it was the wrong
We returned to this place in October 2019 and the dishonesty still exists. Besides that, this place is doing just about everything wrong.
The margaritas are weak and taste like chemicals. Yuck. I did not finish mine and I always finish at least one and sometimes two.
The food was mediocre. Service was spotty. We got our food in a timely fashion but it was the wrong
Jennifer W.
Sep 02, 2019
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Chad W.
Jun 29, 2019
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I have wanted to come by here for a long time since it's always busy when I eat sushi next door. Finally have it a try. Service was good, but I would just give the food a very average review. Their salsa is a little watery for my liking but tasted fine. I got the mixed fajitas and the beef and shrimp both weren't dry, but had very very little flavor. The vegetables that came with it were mainly onions and tomatoes. I could do without the tomatoes and need some peppers!! Would prefer some Poblano peppers also! Rice and beans again average.
Nothing here was bad, but in DFW there are Mexican
Nothing here was bad, but in DFW there are Mexican
Rick B.
Feb 18, 2019
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Rafa's was bustling when we arrived (6pm dinner hour), but we were seated immediately. Initial contact from our waiter took well over 10 minutes; this is the only thing preventing 5 stars.
Rafa's 7-Layer Dip is unlike any that I've ever tasted; with pinto beans and fried flour tortillas - it is a welcome departure from the norm. Kudos!
Our Shrimp Quesadilla's were also extra tasty. Fat with shrimp and cheese, full of flavor - we'll want these again.
Benito's Margarita is their best-selling drink, and it was very good. Not exceptional, but very tasty.
Rafa's 7-Layer Dip is unlike any that I've ever tasted; with pinto beans and fried flour tortillas - it is a welcome departure from the norm. Kudos!
Our Shrimp Quesadilla's were also extra tasty. Fat with shrimp and cheese, full of flavor - we'll want these again.
Benito's Margarita is their best-selling drink, and it was very good. Not exceptional, but very tasty.
Jesus V.
Sep 29, 2018
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So far have been here twice and both times have ordered the specials they have at the entrance-not your regular menu items. First time, ordered the machacado, or machaca for those from El Paso. It was good but nothing special and definitely not the El Paso machaca from that food network show. I digress.
Second time, ordered the brisket burritos. Meat was flavorful and the homemade salsa and guacamole were good. Was a little turned off by the Chile con Queso as it was right out of the can. Won't hold Rafa's against it though because I have yet to find a homemade Chile con Queso in Dallas
Second time, ordered the brisket burritos. Meat was flavorful and the homemade salsa and guacamole were good. Was a little turned off by the Chile con Queso as it was right out of the can. Won't hold Rafa's against it though because I have yet to find a homemade Chile con Queso in Dallas
