We have been coming to Conejitos for 45+ years. Dating back to when Jose’ (the original owner) was alive and always at the bar, Mexican spaghetti was served on Sundays, and a chicken mole’ was $2.95.

Love the food and the unchanged decor. Even with the price increases it is still moderately priced Mexican food menu that fills you up. And the margaritas are also the same delicious blend.

Love the chicken mole’, bean tostadas, steak and bean tacos and the chicken & cheese enchiladas. These are our “go to” Conejitos comfort foods we nearly always order.

Conejitos has always been a paper plate restaurant serving uncomplicated Mexican food with great hot sauce as the #1 accompaniment. For 30 years you could not find sour cream in the place. Simply not needed!

We do agree with other reviews that something has changed since the pandemic. The hours are no longer past 9pm on the weekends, they charge for water, tips are added to your bill no matter the party size, they force a party to be together before seating, there is a charge for takeout, and the back room is never open. The service feels rushed and lacks the friendliness it once had.

Things just feel different. It’s lost the “vibe” of a downtown dive restaurant with great food and an upbeat atmosphere.

The food is still delicious. But it is just not the same restaurant.

Maybe that’s what the new owners desire. But it has definitely lost the character and feel of what it once was. And I am sure the people working there today have no idea what this little bar/restaurant was like 5+ years ago. It was a happening/fun place where people sat together - often family style - had a great time and enjoyed the Mexican music playing on the juke box while drinking/eating and talking loudly.

I’ll still keep coming back for the food (as long as they maintain the quality and taste). But you don’t stay for anything more than that - not even a second drink - as the life / spark has left this place behind.

I would honestly give them a 3 star rating but my history with the establishment does not allow it as I still love the food.

Unfortunately, no longer enjoy the atmosphere- which is odd. Same decorations, same seating, same bar, same tables, etc. Just a very different “feel”.

It’s simply not the same Conejitos Place!

It could just as well be a taco truck instead of a restaurant.