Lagos Mexican Cuisine

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   Dean

   Los Angeles

   3 reviews

   2.0

   3 reviews

   Dined today

   1. Overall 2
   2. Food 1
   3. Service 2
   4. Ambience 3

   This was our first time to Lagos... and it will be out last. When we walked in we were pleasantly surprised how nice the restaurant looked. But in the end a restaurant is judged based on quality of food and service. The food was simply subpar and hard to call this Mexican. The tacos were bland and overpriced. The shrimp tacos and enchiladas were unseasoned bay shrimp stuffed in a tortilla. The steak tacos were under seasoned, tough, and plain. Two enchiladas plates were returned because the food came out cold. The rice is not Spanish or Mexican rice but basmati. The beans were bland and refried beans not appealing or edible. The tamales tasted a week old, were dry, chewy, and had unseasoned stringy chicken. They were not dressed like you would expect in a high end restaurant. I've had far better tacos and enchiladas at any fast food or fast casual restaurant for a fraction of the cost spent at Lagos. As far as service, our server was ok but inexperienced. We did tip full value since we had a large party, despite not recognizing our birthday guest as reserved and notified upon arrival. They did recognize quests birthdays and multiple tables all around. We left believing they passed that up since we returned two plates and a glass of wine that was in a dirty glass. A highlight were the drinks though. They came out fresh, appealing to the eye, and generally well received by the party. Overall, for essentially tacos and a few drinks this was the worst value I had ever spent at a restaurant..... bar none! When I spend a few hundred dollars on dinner I expect to be wowed... not ripped off.....
   

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   Neda

   Orange County

   1 review

   5.0

   1 review

   Dined 1 day ago

   1. Overall 5
   2. Food 5
   3. Service 5
   4. Ambience 5

   It was the best choice to celebrate my daughter's 21st. Jorge, the waiter was excellent and met our expectations. The drinks were amazing, and the food was incredibly delicious. I'm definitely coming back. ☆☆☆☆☆
   

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   Alex

   Los Angeles

   21 reviews

   5.0

   21 reviews

   Dined 4 days ago

   1. Overall 5
   2. Food 5
   3. Service 5
   4. Ambience 5

   As always, excellent service and great food!! We were a party of 4 and we shared 2 tablitas, 3 amigos guacamole, Old Fashioned and margarita tree. Our server Garret provided 5 star service!! Will return.
   

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   Maira

   Los Angeles

   13 reviews

   5.0

   13 reviews

   Dined 5 days ago

   1. Overall 5
   2. Food 5
   3. Service 5
   4. Ambience 5

   This place was great for a friend’s birthday celebration. Great food and drinks! Our waiter Eder gave us great food suggestions & he was very accommodating. Will definitely be back!
   

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   Jim

   Orange County

   2 reviews

   1.0

   2 reviews

   Dined 7 days ago

   1. Overall 1
   2. Food 1
   3. Service 1
   4. Ambience 1

   Full Story on Yelp RUINED the birthday brunch   We had a reservation for a party of 10 on a Sunday. I called the restaurant at 1:50 PM on Saturday to ask if I can bring in a cake to store for the following day. The gentleman that answered the phone said that they would be able to store it,I reconfirmed that the reservation is set for the next day. Once I got the green light,I quickly stopped by a bakery,drove straight to the restaurant, one less thing to worry about. The brunch was supposed to be a surprise, so dropping off the cake would’ve saved me time for the cake surprise the following day. When I attempted to drop it off, the hostess mentioned that they don’t store cakes…I was thrown off because the person on the phone said it was ok 15 minutes ago?She then grabbed a manager,which happened to be the Chef. The “chef” basically said, They don’t store cakes anymore since they had an incident and it’s for precaution purposes. For the inconvenience, he would take care of some appetizers for us. I completely understand; allergies, Karen’s, etc… Mind you, I kept my composure, ok cool.. that doesn’t change the fact that I wasted 45 minutes with this errand since I was told I was able to bring the cake by the person who answered the phone.   The following day, we check in to our reservation, got sat 15 minutes early, perfect! The hostess directed us to our table while I have the cake on my hand. You know, the cake that was supposed to be a surprise which failed since I had to walk in with it? I asked the hostess once again if she can put in the back and bring it out once we are done.. Same answer, couldn’t store it. In my mind I was like.. but the answer from yesterday was that you couldn’t store overnight? Regardless, maybe not the fridge, but at this point a counter top at the bar, a corner in the kitchen, etc. A minute later, the “chef” comes storming to our table!! There was no introduction on his behalf or greeting, just pointed directly at me, verbally rais..
   

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   Monica

   Orange County

   2 reviews

   5.0

   2 reviews

   Dined 7 days ago

   1. Overall 5
   2. Food 5
   3. Service 5
   4. Ambience 5

   We love the placed and food. Is pricey but worthy.
   

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   Gabrielle

   Orange County

   2 reviews

   5.0

   2 reviews

   Dined on November 23, 2024

   1. Overall 5
   2. Food 5
   3. Service 5
   4. Ambience 5

   Beautiful restaurant, nice staff , great food we will definitely be back
   

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   Kenny

   Los Angeles

   2 reviews

   4.0

   2 reviews

   Dined on November 17, 2024

   1. Overall 4
   2. Food 5
   3. Service 3
   4. Ambience 4

   Service was very slow and our reservations were at 1015. The place was empty, no excuse.
   

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   Chris

   Orange County

   2 reviews

   3.0

   2 reviews

   Dined on November 17, 2024

   1. Overall 3
   2. Food 3
   3. Service 3
   4. Ambience 4

   The ambience stood out immediately just walking up to the restaurant, very nice. We had the guacamole appetizer and it was good but a little disappointing they couldn’t make a version without cilantro for my wife since she’s allergic - this was surprising given the cost of the food (most other places offer this small accommodation or an alternative). Ordered the tomahawk to split with the table. Very good, juicy steak and they come out and light it on fire which is cool. While it was flavorful, not sure it’s worth the $175 price tag. Drinks were ok. I ordered a smoked cantarito - nothing special in terms of flavor but it was fine. The service was fine. Staff was friendly. I felt there were some opportunities missed during the service where we had finished drinks and the waiters could have easily convinced us to get another drink but they never asked. Overall service was fine and food was decent for a restaurant but again for the price tag of this place, not the level of food or service that I would expect. I would go back if someone wanted to try it but not sure I would add this my recommendation list.
   

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    Pam

    Orange County

    3 reviews

    5.0

    3 reviews

    Dined on November 17, 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5

    The restaurant is classy and elegant. It was the perfect venue for our Young Adult's birthday dinner. The music is the perfect volume where you can hear it, but still have a conversation without yelling. The home made tortillas are delicious. The portions are perfect and the restaurant interior and exterior remind me of an upscale Las Vegas restaurant.
    

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