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Ricardos Tex Mex

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1328 W McDermott Dr
Allen, TX 75013

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(972) 359-9897
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Best

Had a wonderful visit. The fajitas were great (and they're even on special one night) and I loved the chips and salsa as well. Would def. recommend and I will def. be coming back!

Worst

I hate to say negative things about a restaurant but to rank them #1 destroys the validity of this whole process and makes me question the accuracy of anything on this website.

Taco Bueno at 10 times the price! 12/1/2008

This place is highly rated? If you look at the dates of the positive reviews, you will notice a block of them on the same day. (see 07/18/2007). You will also notice that every profile in that block have reviewed one place: ""Ricardo's"". HHHHHHmmm seems a bit fishy to me but derive what you will from that. Pros: Nice Location Cons: Below average food, ubove average prices. more
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No way this should be #1 6/16/2008

I hate to say negative things about a restaurant but to rank them #1 destroys the validity of this whole process and makes me question the accuracy of anything on this website. more
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Great Fajitas and Very Clean. 6/3/2008

Had a wonderful visit. The fajitas were great (and they're even on special one night) and I loved the chips and salsa as well. Would def. recommend and I will def. be coming back! more
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BEST SOUR CREAM ENCHILADAS!!!! 4/9/2008

I am ADDICTED to the Amazing Sour Cream Enchiladas and the Chicken el Carbon is INCREDIBLE!!!!! YUMMY!!!!! :p more
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Ricardos 12/24/2007

Best House Margarita EVER! (the Ricardo, frozen) Pros: The Ricardo Margarita, frozen, is the BEST margarita ever! Cons: Chicken enchiladas are ok. Nothing great! more
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Best Fajita Fare around! 10/20/2007

Our family loves eating the chicken fajita's with the one-of-a-kind seasoning. The seasoning on the chicken fajita's is reason enough to drive across town past numerous other Tex-Mex restaurants. Add an order of beef fajita nachos and you have the perfect combination of Ricardo's specialties. Pros: Anything Fajita, or Rita Cons: Not open on Sundays more
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2 different experiences, same restaurant 10/15/2007

I went to Ricardo's because it was rated so highly on citysearch. My first visit was lunch about 2 weeks ago. It was on Tuesday when they have a fajita deal. I had the chicken and steak, super generous portion. I was starving and still took half of it home and it was good value at half off. Lots of business people having office lunch parties that day. It was delicious. However, when i returned in the evening with my family one week later we had enchiladas, tacos, and the tortilla soup. They were all disappointing. Especially the bland soup. So, If you are in a fajita mood, I could recommend those, otherwise I like Luna de Noche or La Hacienda Ranch for the other tex mex fare. The service is good. Pros: fajitas, service, cleanliness Cons: boring soup, enchilads, tacos more
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Not That Great 10/10/2007

I'm not sure I was in the same place rated here. Best Mexican? Best Burrito? Are you people kidding? There's not even a burrito on the menu. I sense ballot stuffing. The ""family recipe"" queso ""topped with bell peppers"" had no such topping, and was a bowl of melted Mexican velveeta. Waiter explanation was that the peppers are in the cheese. Uh, yeah. The ""smokeless fajitas"" are smokeless because they are cooked ahead of time and rewarmed for serving. Make no mistate, this is a kids and family joint at best. Pros: Bring the kids Cons: Over-rated more
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Not sure why the reviews for this place are so great. 8/2/2007

I guess people in Allen don't know better, but the food here is not good tex-mex. I had enchiladas. The ones at Taco Bueno are better. My wife had quesadillas and said the ones at Taco Bell are better. The queso was good and its not a chain, so I give it 2 stars. After reading the reviews here I set my expectations high. That was a mistake. Next time, I'll back to one of the places I enjoy... Uncle Julios, Mi Cocina, Taco Diner, or maybe even Mexi-go. Pros: Not a chain, queso Cons: The meals more
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Fajita's that Rock! 7/28/2007

Love Ricardos....Awesome food. Huge Portions. Chicken Fajitas are the best..... Friendly wait staff, mostly students from nearby, and not a lot of turnover so you see the same faces each time you come in....They always have a smile and seem glad to see you..... We feel like Ricardos is our home away from home for dinner....Perfect neighborhood restaruant.....We have young kids and they always treat them with love and respect....If I could eat Mexican food everynight, we would be there 6 days a week..... Pros: Fajitas, Nachos, and 'Ritas Cons: Not open on Sundays more
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Americans do know how to cook great Tex-Mex! 7/21/2007

Enchilada special on Tuesdays is a great deal- I get 1 cheese & 1 beef enchilada & add a beef taco for $1 extra- call me a ""happy camper"". The hot sauce is thick & tasty. Service is very friendly. Food is not greasy like some other Mexican restaurants- it sets real nice in your belly. Dark, artsy atmosphere at night is kind of dramatic. Pros: Not your average Tex-Mex recipes. Contemporary ambience. Cons: Allow time for food to be prepared (but worth the wait.) more
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Best food, family & FUN... 7/19/2007

I rate Ricardos as 5 star because they have the best Tex Mex food, family and fun in Allen! Their guacamole and red hot sauce are delicious with a cold cervaza and their chicken enchiladas are my favorite. Their key lime pie tastes better than the one I ate while on vacation in the Florida Keys. Pros: Family fun / free sombreros for Cinco de Mayo party. more
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Good food 7/19/2007

Small place with nice atmosphere. Good food and services. The price is reasonable as well. Would recommended to try. more
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Yumalicious Mexican in Allen 7/18/2007

Fabulous food, very generous portions. Definitely family atmosphere, Swirl margarita was just right. Queso is awesome. Great service! Pros: great parking, wonderful friendly service Cons: it's gonna get crowded and there WILL be waits! more
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Party on a plate! 7/18/2007

We love going to Ricardo's. It is so family friendly and has great Tex-MEx. We can dine outside or in and get a great meal for a reasonable price. The atmosphere is fun and so is the food. I like the chalupa's. You should try it! Pros: fun mexican food Cons: no taco's more
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GREAT FOOD AND CUSTOMER SERVICE 7/18/2007

I WOULD RECOMMEND RICARDO'S TO ANYONE! YOU FEEL LIKE YOU ARE PART OF THE FAMILY WHEN YOU GO IN! THE OWNERS I HAVE MET AND THEY ARE VERY CUSTOMER FRIENDLY, YOU FEEL SO WELCOMED AT THEIR ESTABLISHMENT. THE FOOD IS EXCELLENT, I HAVE TRIED ALMOST EVERYTHING ON THE MENU AND HAVE NOT HAD A BAD MEAL. IT IS SO AFFORDABLE TO TAKE MY FOUR CHILDREN AND ENJOY EATING OUT WITHOUT SPENDING A FORTUNE TO DO SO. THANK YOU RICARDO'S FOR SUCH A GREAT SERVICE YOU PROVIDE. more
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Best Resaurant in Collin County 7/18/2007

Love Ricardos....Awesome food. Huge Portions. Tacos Al Carbon are the best..... Pros: Food, service, and friendliness Cons: not open on sundays more
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Best queso! 7/18/2007

Ricardo's is one of our favorites. The owner and his wife make you feel like family in a unique atmosphere. The waitstaff is friendly and the food comes out quick. The queso is by far our familes favorite! Pros: Best queso Cons: Closed on Sunday more
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Our local favorite 7/18/2007

Best Friday afternoon happy hour in the area. Very friendly service and great pricing. more
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Best Chalupas in North Texas! 7/18/2007

Ricardo's is a rare find. Great food, good service, and attention to detail. Kevin will greet each customer with a smile and a true appreciation for their business. I have never had a meal I did not love and the kids love the menu as well. Try the Chicken Soup, it's some of the best we have tried! The Guacamole is made fresh daily and is a must appetizer. Pros: Private Owners who meet and greet almost every customer. Cons: Once you have found it, none! more
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  • In Short
    With a charcoal and black color-scheme and colorful modern art hanging from the walls, you might think that Riccardo's Tex-Mex is set up to be a romantic dining experience. This...

  • 9/6/2007 Provided by Citysearch
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