Mariachi in Edinburgh, City of

Great place for Mexican food in Edinburgh, good atmosphere and the food is great. Very busy which made service a bit chaotic.

Food was simply enough. Too expensive for the food in our opinion. Moreover, I do hate when they include the tips directly in the final cost.

Had a beautiful dinner here last month. Exceeded my expectations.

Food was ok, they halved the portion size for the fajitas as we were a couple that shared - then charged us extra when we asked for more cheese. Mandatory service charge - would have been appropriate except the staff spill sour cream on me when they were collecting plates The smell was also horrible, we could barely breathe and had to leave

Food was alright, but place was crowded with no space between tables. Had to step over a pram to get to my seat and could literally smell someone’s perfume from the next table. Service was quick but nothing special. Was charged service charge on the receipt without being asked. They also didn’t ask if we had any allergies or dietary issues ! They also charged extra when I asked for a bit more cheese for the fajitas despite the fact they’d only brought out 1 pot for the 2 of us to begin with! Food was ok but generally a bad experience, wouldn’t go back and wouldn’t recommend.

The staff were great and the food was good and the atmosphere was nice

A Mexican restaurant run by a Mexican family The food is delicious and the prices are not cheap We ate chicken fajitas, nachos, Coke, and Sprite The sessions are good

Our night we were so looking forward to was completely ruined by the food. On photos everything looked so delicious so we were even more disappointed. I ordered a taco with pork without habanero, and even this way the whole thing was so so spicy… impossible to enjoy a bite! Not to mention the enchilada with chicken. I could not even feel, taste or enjoy the meat because my mouth was so burning. Zero cheese taste. We do like a mild spice on a food! But here I could drink a litre of sour cream, I was so craving some neutral and fresh taste to wash down the burning sensation in my throat. My partner’s poor stomach after this experience… What it would take to mention on the menu that all the food is on the way spicier side?! Add some instructions, not everyone likes the strong spices! We love Mexican food, but Mexican doesn’t necessarily have to mean everything is overly spicy… And it was also really pricey! We left hungry, what a waste of money… Don’t go here if you don’t like mid strength spicy food!

Great food, great place and great service. Would recommend

I have been in Great Britain for 5 months and this is the first good Mexican restaurant I've experienced. All others are basically some version of a Chipotle restaurant. Mariachi had delicious food like you would get in a good Mexican restaurant in the States and good service.

I dont get the hype at all. I literally cancelled topolabamba for this restaurant but i wish i didn't cancel now. The food was honestly just average, hardly amy taste and the guacamole just seemed like mashed avocados, no authenticity. Considering this is “family run” place it was just so disappointing. Dont bother, i would have cooked this better myself to be honestly. The lovely waitress was nice but thats about it really. Frozen margaritas are from a slushy machine and not freshly made in the slightest. Never again.

The dips could be more portioned. Strong drinks. I’m from Texas and have struggled to get Mexican food, this place is the best I’ve found so far in the UK

Delicious food (forgot photos 🫣)! Friendly service, nice atmosphere, nice portions at great prices! Recommended!

Could not fault them, brilliant staff, brilliant atmosphere and even better food

Super Mexican food, really delicious and good atmosphere.

Lovely Mexican food with great flavour and fair prices. We went for the burrito and the steak fajita, with extra guacamole (note you don't get any with the burritos or fajita, which is a bit of a shame). Both dishes were delicious, and very nice flavours were coming through. And with a good size. The guacamole is delicious, very fresh, and flavourful. We had a side of fries, too, which were cooked well and tasty. For dessert we went for the churros which were very moreish! Good flavours of the cinnamon came through. The staff were friendly and attentive, and the venue had nice decor. Would recommend coming here!

Too good. Our server monica wqs fabulous and quick and patient. She made our experience enjoyable

Great food and excellent service

The food was lovely no complaints in flavour or appearance but the price was bit to much for what we got, could of got the exact same and a actual pitcher of margaritas for £40 less somewhere else

Mariachi Restaurant in Edinburgh is a fantastic spot for some delicious Mexican cuisine. The variety of sauces offered, each with its own unique level of spiciness, was a real treat for the taste buds. We arrived at a late hour when most other restaurants were just closing, but the staff welcomed us warmly. The waitress who served us was incredibly friendly and attentive, making sure we had everything we needed. A great place to enjoy vibrant flavors and excellent service!

I’m Mexican and of course is not the same but totally worth it! If you’re missing Mexican flavors it’s a great option!

After wandering around Edinburgh looking for a place with a kitchen open after 9pm (be careful because in this city finding an open kitchen becomes difficult after 8.30pm) we came across this really nice Mexican restaurant. The dishes and cocktails are super, as are the waiters. Highly recommended

Very tasty & friendly. They let us in though almost closing time.

Great to have a nice dinner without eating scottish food sometimes in the vacation. Great deal for the food and drinks we had. Attentive staff and nice warm place, even if in one of the most touristic street in the city.

Awesome, salsas, drinks and food!!

Delicious food and amazing staff! The food was really nice with authentic touch to it. Also it is a 8-10 min walk from city centre making it easily walkable.

The food at Mariachi is amazing. And let’s not forget about the cocktails there beautiful. The staff are great there very attentive.

The restaurant is too expensive for this quality and service. Ambiance and service We arrived around 9 p.m. on Sunday and the service was already starting to clean the restaurant, put chairs in front of you, and then close it because they said they would close earlier on Sunday. The service was friendly, but we still felt stressed. However, you should not accept tables if you do not want to. The tables and the ambience are ok. We had tortilla chips with vegetarian chili and quesadillas. The chili was cold. The sauces were very good. 2 drinks + starter and tortilla chips £40.

Very much enjoyed the Mariachi restaurant and the tacos. I fancied the halloumi veggie tacos and they were really good. The nachos with dips are lush. I tried the Dark Stormy cocktail 🍸 it was really nice with the ginger beer. Churros were nice too, never tried before. Next time I will try chicken quesadillas.

Totally fooled by the name, this is Not authentic Mexican or even close to it. Wouldn't mind paying the price if it was at least close to what it says. Would definitely not recommend to anyone if looking for authentic Mexican food!!

On 23rd August 2024, I visited there with my wife for our lunch. All staffs were good. And all cuisines were very good. We enjoyed very much. Looking forward to visiting again soon. Thank you!

Many positive reviews for this restaurant. Sorry to report that based on our one time vist we can't rave about our experience in the same way others who've dined at The Mariachi have. Nothing necessarily to complain about but neither nothing to write home about. Maybe the high expectations we had for this restaurant beforehand jaded our view of our experience on the day. Just okay for us.

Great little Mexican food, one of the best tacos I've had in Scotland. Very authentic. Staff is supper friendly and very happy to help.

Lovely food and great choice of margaritas. Frozen strawberry was lovely. Very friendly and attentive staff. Will return

Absolutely outstanding food , drink and service , we went for my friends birthday , the staff were exceptional nothing was too much fir them , the food was amazing as were the drinks , the next dark and stormy cocktails ever 😋😋😋can’t wait to go back

Mariachi Restaurant in Edinburgh's city center is undoubtedly popular, so I had high expectations. I'm rating it 4/5, as the ambiance fell short of the cozy atmosphere I anticipated. The space was brightly lit, and the decor and food seemed more like the owner's interpretation of Mexican cuisine rather than an authentic experience. While my burrito was flavorful, it was slightly on the dry side—though easily remedied with some Valentina hot sauce. I was also disappointed that the burrito was served with sauce on top and rice underneath, making it necessary to use cutlery instead of enjoying it as a handheld wrap. Despite these minor drawbacks, the service was quick, and the prices were quite reasonable.

Always one of my favourite places to visit when I'm in Edinburgh. The food and drinks are amazing and the service is fantastic.always my go to place for a margarita when I'm here.

Monica is amazing!! Service in this place is 10/10 We did have a few issues with food but they were dealt with very well by Monica! The team gave good recommendations also

Great Mexican food and service!

Wasn’t a fan. £10 for a very empty quesadilla and guac whilst fresh had no texture or flavour, appearing to be just chopped avocado and a smattering of corriander you had to dig to even find. Paid of course but didn’t finish most of the meal.

A great Mexican restaurant with excellent atmosphere, service, food .

Very good Mexican food. We tried quesdilla, burrito, tacos, nachos and margaritas. Margaritas and quesdillas were great, other things were also not bad. The Google maps timing is 12:30 but they were not ready to open at 12:30.

So far, the best Mexican I've had in the UK. The service was quick, even though it was quite busy. Excellent pina colada. The spicy margarita was good, though the salt was not big and flakey. I wouldn't recommend this place as equal to Mexico, but it was still the best I've had in the UK. The chicken was tasty. The pork was decadent. Give it a try!

Great food and service plenty of gluten free options we got lucky with a outdoor table

We arrived just before 6 on a Tuesday and though the place was minimally occupied when we arrived, it quickly became quite busy. At first our service was fairly attentive but as more people showed up the service disappeared and we didn't see our server again after she delivered our meals. We had to flag someone down twice to get our bill. The food was ok. Nothing special for Mexican food but it was decent. The prices were reasonable. The bathroom is not accessible. It is down a flight of stairs.

Wow, the food was simply great. Fast service and pleasant atmosphere. The tacos are highly recommended.

The server got us a table very quick, was very friendly. We ordered Vegan chipotle sizzler, Chicken quesadilla and Cheese and beans quesadilla. The food was amazing to say the least. Very reasonably priced. Must go if visiting Royal Mile in Edinburgh.

Thoroughly enjoyed ourselves with delicious Mexican food! Tons of vegetarian and vegan options! And so delicious! The food was served hot and fresh and the spice level was just perfect! Being a south Asian didn’t miss extra spices or salt!! A must try

What a nice place. We had a delicious meal. Very child friendly! And price/quality ratio is excellent.

Tasty Mexican food at a good price, service was good, location is excellent in the middle of town.

Great Mexican food! We sat outside but it started raining and the staff was quick to accommodate us inside!

Good Mexican food in a very touristy setting. But quiet in the store.

Delicious! Maybe a little overcrowded

Fantastic! Good great and margaritas are to die for. Great price for city centre

Great Mexican food! We chose this restaurant as it was close to the castle and we were going to see a band, but also as it got good reviews. Lovely tacos and enchiladas, also great margaritas! We thought it was reasonably priced, portions were substantial. Would definitely return!

Very good restaurant we enjoyed ourselves, the Mexican atmosphere was there and the servers were very friendly.

Decent food at a great location. A little pricey and the sauce was maybe a little stale. Good for vegetarians.

Went with a real life Mexican and he couldn’t believe that this place wasn’t run by Mexicans !! The food was really great & the prices weren’t too bad 😁 Staff were really sweet, friendly and chatty!

Great Mexican food!! Really fun atmosphere and great service, would go back! Enchiladas were wonderful!

not very atmospheric, food like you do at home, male server very polite but female server was miserable and abrupt, won’t be back

First of all, they include a service charge. Food was decent but the portion size was a bit on the small size and service took a long time despite there not being that many people.

Delicious food and great service.

Great food, fast and friendly service. Beef tacos were delicious and the chips were brought hot to the table. Guacamole was a bit bland but they have a few salsa options.

Toilets need attention. They are filthy. Chairs also need replacing as a lot are worn out. Place needs some atmosphere. It’s a Mexican restaurant - the lighting is too bright and house music just seems odd.

I’ve been a regular here for a while however for the price it is dilapidated. The chairs are on the verge of falling apart, there is very little atmosphere (dance music and bright lights… it’s a Mexican restaurant) however the toilets are utterly disgusting. A combination of dead flies in the urine soaked floor and love flier above. The smell downstairs is awful too. Sorry but I won’t be back.

You HAVE to get the coconut margarita! So good! The food was great too!

Sometimes you need something different from British food, no offense intended. Was near the hotel and gave it a try. Great food at reasonable prices. Quick service. The perfect spot for a nice dinner. Would go back.

Visited this restaurant following reading positive reviews from Google, at point of arrival it was fairly quiet which surprised me given the reviews however it soon filled up quickly. Quick service, nice atmosphere and reasonably priced. The menu was varied and had lots of options the only downside was I wanted more than I had so will definitely be back! Pollo En Crema De Chipotle was my choice and was excellent.

good tastes, normal service. i am willing to visit the restaurant again

A nice Mexican restaurant with very friendly service. The food was excellent.

Friendly staff, excellent food and in a lovely location, recommend booking a table. I recommend the elotes and the nutella churros.

We had been to Mariachi's several years ago and remembered it was a good experience. This time we reserved a table for 10 people and they did not disappoint in their service to us for food and atmosphere. It is conveniently located in the Grassmarket area. Food came out quickly, waitress was attentive. Would highly recommend Mariachi's if you are in Edinburgh.

Brilliant customer service, food did not take long to come, the food was amazing and i would recommend to anyone in edinburgh.

Are you looking for a great Mexican restaurant with great atmosphere, service, food and drinks look no further. The atmosphere is amazing and the food is delicious and service is quick. One of my favourite restaurants and just wish I had more time to go here. The food portions are perfect and a great price especially for a place just off the Royal Mile

Food was great and the service was quick and friendly. Even if everything went well, I don't like being told what tip I should pay.

Very good choice for Mexican food dinner in Edinburgh at a reasonable price for Edinburgh. Frozen Margarita very good. Good service, location and atmosphere

I was surprised to find a Mexican restaurant out in Edinburgh! Food was delicious and the service was excellent. Recommended if you are up for some Mexican food in the area. (P.S. The churros are really good!)

Had the best Mexican food for ages. Sooo delicious

Very tasty, authentic Mexican food, nice service… something different than fish & chips or haggis.

Amazing, Amazing, Amazing! A flying visit to Edinburgh And this restaurant didn’t disappoint. Food was extremely lovely, Service was good considering it was a really busy evening. Plenty of choice to eat and drink on the menu. Highly recommend the frozen margarita drink. Highly recommend If you like Mexican food.

Excellent drinks and food! Tons of gluten-free options, corn tortillas, Tacos, nachos, and frozen drinks. Sit on the patio or enjoy indoors.

The best restaurant in Edingburgh

Great food, nice burrito and enchiladas. Finished with churros and nutella. Mocktail and beer for drinks. Nice service, although there was a confusion with the bill. Look of restaurant seems to be loosing its charm but overall no issues. Would recommend for a dinner on Victoria street to look at the Elephant House.

Me and a friend went here a few days ago and we were lucky to get seats right at the open windows! The service and food were both stunning, and we got our food really quickly. My friend had chicken tacos and I got a cheese and bean quesadillas with nachos for both of us. We were only after something small (and some nice drinks). The drinks were also stunning. I highly recommend here if you’re looking for food in the area! (The prices were also really good considering it is on Victoria street right next to the royal mile)

Food is excellent and enough. Fajitas is perfect, and manager is so kind and friendly.

Had dinner here last night with my friend and it was the best meal I’ve had out in ages. Staff were lovely and accommodating, moving chairs to get us seated when the place was already very busy. Both food and cocktails were delicious! Tinga de pollo tacos were the highlight for me. Plenty of choice on the menu and can’t wait to go back and try some more.

Nice place, we didn't have to wait for a table, but we did wait quite a long time for the dishes. Plus for water and very nice waiters.

Actual, legit Mexican food in Edinburgh. Yes, seriously. The most spice you’ll taste in the British Isles. Fish tacos were on par with bomb California fish tacos. Salsas super flavorful

Very well located restaurant. Very pleasant staff and very good food!

Loved the food we had, burritos & nachos were good. The staff was polite and friendly

Great team, sweet atmosphere and above all incredibly good food and the house sangria is outstanding!

First visit with family members. Really enjoyed the food, and it was well priced. Service was efficient and friendly. I would definitely go again.

Great restaurant, very intimate, exquisite food and good price. Very attentive and pleasant service. We are very grateful for having found this place. And of course on the wonderful street "Victoria Street"

Thoroughly enjoyed our meal, staff were amazing. Would recommend. Great pina colada.

Food was ok, but lacked punch. Service was good and staff friendly. Atmosphere was vibrant. Worth a visit

All really good. We found it by chance during our walk and we really liked it. There was also quite a bit of room. The tacos are small so I recommend getting a starter like the nachos which I absolutely recommend! Very kind waitresses. They also make one of the best Margaritas I've ever had.

What a fantastic restaurant, it was so good we went back again the following night as well, we turned up without a booking and although the restaurant was quite full they gave us a table. The staff were really helpful and knowledgable about the food. We had king prawn tacos, vegetable quesadillas, nachos and a tray of sides guacamole, pico de gallo, jalapeños. The food was absolutely delicious we would highly recommend this restaurant.

Wonderful food and excellent service , I left something behind and they dropped it to my hotel - me gusto mucho 💕

Good Mexican 🇲🇽 restaurant…nice burritos 🌯,..friendly staff, an alternative place to eat 👍

Average food lacking the spark / attention to detail you might expect at this price point. Cocktails were very good though and reasonably priced. Service was questionable and an automatic 10% service charge was added which didn’t necessarily feel justified.