Macayo’s Mexican Restaurant

Good food for the price, good service. I had the chicken poblano, a special that night, and it was great. This is an Americanized Mexican food place, with a fun interior, a great place for a lunch or dinner away from the strip. I give it four stars for the value.

Out of Business. Another one bites the dust. Went there today at 1115am. for my moms birthday. No sign but door was still locked, and outside trash cans overflowing. Phone number isn’t any good.
A semi trailer, attempting to make a delivery and all four of our cars left.
We ended up at Lindo Michoacan on DI and Pecos.
Which made me very happy.
Probably a Godsend as I never liked this place but unfortunately my elderly mom did.

When we’re in Vegas, we like to eat off of the strip some. My grandparents are very fond of this place so we come at least once a summer. This is your typical mediocre chain. The portions are large and it looks like a basic Mexican restaurant. It’s not the best I’ve had but not the worst either. I think every region has one of these «family» chains that the older crowd love. I probably wouldn’t come back unless I had to.

Andy and I sat at the bar tonight and the experience was almost impossible to describe. When we approached the bar the «bartender» Maxine says «it’s dirty» so we sat down while she cleaned the bar. No hello, no I’ll be with you in a moment… Nothing. The busser grabbed us waters and the hostess grabbed us menus. We were considering ordering margaritas but then witnessed Maxine dumping a new batch of margarita mix into the old container… The date was just a little over 2 weeks old on the container. That’s when we should have left… We ordered a 3 item como. Two shredded beef tacos and a cheese enchilada. The tacos were sour… Not a great taste for beef. The enchilada was Luke warm. We barely ate half the meal and asked for the check. We were never asked how it was. Over all the bar was disgustingly dirty, the food was terrible and the service even worse. Were honestly worried about getting food poisoning. This was my favorite restraunt as a kid, this expierence makes me very sad and disappointed. I will never return.

My best friend loves this place and I really cannot understand why. Every time we have gone, the customer services is awful. They are rude and take forever! They always get the check wrong! She loves the food, I find it to be mediocre. Not bad but not good. Nothing special. Though the prices are reasonable.

My wife and myself been coming here for along time and I have to say I’m gonna give it only one star. Reason being is the bar area. If you sit in the bar be prepared to get ignored by your server and the helper. There were only three different tables with people and only around 8:30 pm (they close at 10) and the server couldn’t even keep up with that! We ran out of chips early and boom… nobody around! How convenient. Both server and helper. GONE. must have been break time. I always hate when «you» the guest has to ask for something ie: drinks, extra, ect… WTF!!! I did notice even the servers had to wait on this person to make drinks for other tables. I love this place but, better stick to sitting in the regular room.

I’ve been here many times over the years. Not bad.

I am quite snarky when it comes to considering Mexican food outside of my home state of Texas. My coworker is obsessed with Macayo’s, mainly because she is a Vegas native and grew up eating here. She is really fond of it. The restaurant itself is very large, and boasts a UNLV discount but it does not apply to any of the specials and we only go at lunch so I am not sure if it really works.
It is located right next to Metro Pizza off Tropicana just east of Maryland so it is easy to get to from campus. All celebrations surrounding her happen here, so I have eaten here more than I expected to ever. There are plenty of reasonably priced, filling lunch specials — a whole large menu page of them — but I always stick with the combinations. There is a choice of one or two items for $ 8.59 or $ 9.59 and it comes with rice and beans or double of whatever one (I get double rice), plus a small shredded lettuce and diced tomato garnish. The choices include chile rellenos, enchiladas, tamales, tacos, and probably a few other options.
I typically stick with the chicken enchilada and the green corn tamale covered in spicy tomatillo sauce which is quite wonderful. These items are covered in cheese so if you are not big on cheese, let them know. I am never wowed by the meal but it is a good average Mexican meal if you are craving one. I can justify anything covered in green sauce and I can assure you can find something on the menu to satisfy you here. Service is hit or miss. Today lunch was smooth and very fast. Complimentary chips and 2 salsas are included. Remember, guac makes everything better but costs extra!

After class, I was picked up and taken away. Surprise surprise. They brought me to get a log.
I have driven pass this place multiple times and never took the time to stop by. My first thought, 20% off for UNLV Students. Score!
We came in for lunch, not too packed. Very decent crowd for a weekday of course. Place was very open ended. Lots of tables and booths available. We grabbed a booth and of course a bowl of chips and salsa arrived on cue. Tasty chips, less salt, salsa was a little weak for me. I need that hot stuff!
Lots of options for lunch of course with a special lunch price. We all got different items. I got the lunch burro (log). Our server was very kind enough to have the cook put cheese on top so it was more appealing and looked more like a chimichanga. At first sight. I didn’t think I would finish. But, after a several bites and hot sauce. I cleaned up pretty well. No togo box necessary. Shredded beef was delicious and the oozing cheese was wonderful. Served on a hot plate of course. I took a peek at what my friends had, very nice picks. Plates look delicious as well. May be a little less than what I was having of course. They went with the 2 item options where they could pick up a taco, enchilada, tamale, etc. But if you are an eater like me, better stick with the burro.
Service was on top. I truly mean it because my water cup was constantly being refilled. She offered to add syrup flavors to my friends lemonades. Very nice of her and the fact that she offered to redo it if it doesn’t turn out good.
Overall, I would come back to try out the other items. Place had some slot machines and video poker. Fire place was a nice touch. I also noticed a bar area on the way out. Parking is decent, doesn’t look like it will be a problem.

This is the worst Mexican restaurant. Chips were stale, the quality of food is trash so disappointed. El pollo loco is better then this. I recommend the word authentic to be out of there menu.

Growing up in Arizona, I have eaten at Macayos a number of times, throughout Phoenix and Tucson. It is a favorite stop for our kids, namely because of the ambience. You don’t feel uncomfortable if the kids get a little noisy.
From that perspective, this one did not disappoint. However, the recipes at this location were a little different. Most notably, everything was a little less spicy. I usually order the «hot» salsa to go with my chips, as well as a baja chimi. Based on my experience in AZ, I expected them to be relatively spicy. Instead, they were pretty bland.

Macayo’s is a restaurant that I have been to many times throughout my entire childhood. When seated you are met with chips, along with a mild and hot salsa. This location is great as it is close the the UNLV campus. The down side is the service is slow, and never ever friendly. It seems as though ever time I have been to this location I am lucky to get a water refill, and I am never greeted with a smile during anytime of my meal. It seems as though I am always «bothering» the server.
This visit I got the fish tacos, with a chipotle sauce. The lunch portion is great, giving you two tacos for less than $ 11. I do not eat the beans or anything else, so I am not a fair judge there. Other than the food, this particular location as become known to me for their bad service.
If you are looking for a typical Mexican restaurant, and are prepared to wait patiently for refills and service, this is a great place to grab a bite to eat.

Standard Mexican food.
Good location near the T&M if you’re going to a game.
Fair prices.
Tasty chips & salsa.
Mediocre service.
The TCT (toasted cheese tortilla) was a staple in my childhood at the Phoenix Macayo’s, and still holds a special place in my heart!

Had been to Macayo’s in the Phoenix area countless time, but today on our Dive bar tour. .. we decided to stop in for lunch. .. One BIG Mistake.
The service was terrible. .. the server took our drink order. .. and THREE bowls of chips and salsa later. .. she was back with the drinks and took our order. Another two bowls of chips later. .. the food arrived. Problem was. .. it was COLD and GREASY.
Saving grace was that we ate enough chips to fill up. .. we definitely not be back.

A real popular place among the UNLV students. I’ve been here many times but I’ll focus on my visit last night.
Hostess staff was not very friendly at all. There were two standing up there doing something with the cash register and completely ignored me and my party. Waited two minutes until a 3^rd hostess appeared out of nowhere and promptly seated us. The other two girls never even made eye contact.
Like most Mexican restaurants you get complementary chips and salsa. They provide two types of salsa — a mix between mild and medium that is going to be way too hot for the strictly mild crowd, and a weak hot variety.
Our server was very nice and attentive throughout the meal. The food here is always delicious, and made well — but it’s nothing to rave about. It’s your typical Mexican fare with plenty of options. The décor is warm and inviting. It appears that you’re eating outside in a Mexican café, with adobes and faux porch lined balconies.
If you want good, authentic Mexican food (and even some American choices such as chicken fingers,) you can’t go wrong here.

Very good Mexican food
We recoment the nacho’s lunch order was more than we could eat. We shared an order.
we had eaten there year ago. We would eat there as regulars but we are from Florida.
Carolyn our very good and helpful server said the lunch order came all decked out, the dinner Nachos are chips and cheese or build your own.
Lunch for 2 was $ 13.48.

Well, this place went downhill prettttttty fast. Extracting the information out of our waitress made me feel like a CIA agent ready to water board somebody if they don’t disclose what flippin flavors of margarita they offer, but don’t print on the regular menu, and no longer have a drink menu… After a long process of slowly piecing information from her I ordered the Cadillac margarita on the rocks which should be renamed salt water. Beyond that the chips were stale and flavorless, the salsa was watery and gross, the mini sampler appetizer featured an array of frozen mexican food from your local Costco microwaved especially for you. The enchiladas did not justify the clogged artery so I only ate about half of the first one. The server was nice and the guy refilling the water and chips was on the ball… except when he refilled friends root beer with pepsi.

We’ve eaten our fair share of Mexican food here in Las Vegas, and this was one of the first places we tried. It’s consistently good, and not very expensive. This was the first time for this location, and on a Sunday afternoon, not very busy.
We ordered the green chili bites as an app and they were so good. I got the baja burrito which I love because of the sauce. I could eat that on just about anything.
The food was fresh, hot, spiced just right and the service was swift, definitely a return visit is in order.

Got one word YUMMM!!!
I love Mecixan food! I could live off of this food!
I went last thurs with a few friends of mine.(was before toy story 3 show)
We walked in with our stomachs growling. the food smelled so good. the lady got us seated instantly when we walked in. wasn’t busy at all. so picked a good night too come in. we sat at a booth. (very comparable) as soon we sat down our waitress was here instantly. (that’s what i call service) she was sweet. she asked us for our drinks. i asked her for a Shirley temple.(has refills) I usually get that drink when i eat Mexican food. lol than right after we got our chips and salsa was SO good!!! I love there chips and salsa! Beats Garcia’s (from az) if u want some good salsa and chips. come here!!! Its free!
Right after i pretty much filled up with chips and salsa. I looked at the menu. everything looked good. But i got a Cheese enchiladas with rise and beans.(my fave) was $ 11.00 it was kinda pricey. but not bad.(hey if u wanna eat some good Mexican food. gotta pay a little bit more)
waited.12 min. than our food was out. pretty good service. for serving 3 people at a table.
WOW! I can see the steam coming out of our food when that tray came out. was hungery. was nice and hot. wasn’t cold at ALL! My stomach was so happy at the end of the day. Good place for family and friends to eat. Also for a date! I wanna come here with my hubby soon!
Thank u guys!!! I will be back with my tummy rubbling!!!

I don’t know why so many people are ragging on this place. I’ve been coming here every time that I come to Vegas.
Yes, the décor inside is a little «old» and yes so are the waitresses, but don’t knock that down before you get to the awesome menu.
To me, it’s just a vendor serving up some good, local comfort food.
Try coming for lunch as they have an affordable menu and plenty of tables available in the area.