Tarahumata Mexican Grill — Restaurant in Alpharetta

STAY AWAY!!! NOT ONLY CAN I NEVER RECOMMEND THIS RESTAURANT I TELL EVERYONE NEVER TO GO! On a Friday night, my friend and I decided to grab some dinner after a frustratingly long day of work to only become more frustrated after the visit to this restaurant. First thing is our waiter was not very friendly and asked what we'd like to drink then walked away. When he came back and we realized he was actually our waiter, I ordered the Queso fundido which came out as basically burnt crusted cheese and was disgustingly greasy. While my friend ordered a texas margarita and a vegetable enchilada because she is vegetarian. She asked if the margarita was made with sweet and sour mix and he replied no but of course was obvious of sweet and sour mix and was probably the worst margarita ever. But the enchilada was the most pathetic thing as it was a plate with onions and peppers slapped with a tortilla on top of it and enchilada sauce. Nothing was rolled and we sat there wondering how we could bring this up to our waiter. I asked him if this was an enchilada and he stated yes and I asked him if he could take it off our check as we are not going to eat it and then aggressively replied "Why!? That is what you asked for!? That is an enchilada! Veggies, tortilla, sauce and cheese!" (There wasn't even cheese). I sat there and had no words as my friend replied that it was just not what we expected. When the check came out I was ready to leave so I stuck in the card and handed it to the waiter. When it came back for me to sign I realized the numbers didn't add up but my items receipt was no longer there. I asked to see it again and after a look he had charged us for a more expensive margarita. All he could say was "Oh I charged you for a more expensive one" No apology, no effort to fix it, nothing. I was baffled. He replied to not tip him and just hovered over us as we finished signing the check. As we are not A*holes although this restaurant is we still tipped. We left but my friend was so infuriated she called back but the restaurant was so loud the lady on the other line couldn't hear her. After she finally understood what she was saying she replied no managers were available to speak. This place obviously has terrible food, drinks, and service so I'm not sure why anyone...

My wife and I dined there for the first time. JC was quick to greet us. He was very helpful and answered all of our questions. Attentive and really cared about each guests needs. I will ask for him next time and you should do the same. Tell him I recommend him as your server.

All the servers are wearing masks except the bartender. Front of the house staff, those who see new people everyday must wear a mask if you're within six feet from a guest. No exceptions. (You can take the mask off when you're not within 6 feet from a guest.)

Each item ordered was delicious. From the chicken with brown mole, calamari, to the carnitas, down to the chips.

What an extensive menu. So much to chose from. The interior looks like No Mas, near the Mercedes Dome and not like Frontera.

Will go back again whenever in the area to try a few new items. Please be extra generous with gratuity.

Most servers in Ga make $2.13 an HOUR. How would you like to make $2.13? It's been that way for many decades.

They also have to tip out a portion of that tip to others, plus pay taxes. So if your bill is $100.00 and you leave the server a 10% tip, by the time they get "their share" it's not enough to even survive these days.

If the service is good and they did their job with joy, start at 20% and if they did an excellent job then give a lot more than 20%. It's up to you. With that said,,, Enjoy your dining experience where...

My company dropped in on a Monday afternoon for a team lunch. While waiting for everyone to show up, JC notice us gathering outside and came out to greet us and make sure we had a table ready when we all arrived! Once we got in JC greeted us at the table and took our drink orders, recommended a margarita (The best margarita I've ever had I must add), had hot queso dip and fresh guac at the table, then he explained the choices they offered for our large group, and the offerings each sounded incredible, Myself and a few others for the lava rock fajitas, to which JC explained the authenticity if it being served that way, gave extreme detail as too what ingredients were used and confidently exclaimed that the presentation was immaculate (Which it was) a few moments later the food was brought out and all of were floored by how gorgeous and aromatic the food was! The presentation lived up to the hype tenfold! not only was the meat perfectly cooked and tender but it was the most flavorful and the most authentic Mexican cuisine I've had this far east of the border. JC kept our drinks full and out stomachs full, but also our hearts, he is an incredible waiter but also seems like a very incredible person. I will 100% be back to see him and eat the delicious food and drink the very strong margaritas! Thank you JC and thank you Tarahumata for the best experience I've ever...