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Maria Bonita (Souq Madinat Jumeirah)
Dubai, United Arab Emirates
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Ba
Review №1

Such an amazing Spanish experience!!We went for Taco Tuesday and the range of tacos were incredible. The manager, Alex, speaks to you in Spanglish so you can understand what he’s saying but it makes you feel like you’re transported to Mexico. He is so nice and can recommend you different things.The layout and design is very inviting and is situated very well within Madinat.You have to visit and you will want to go back!I forgot to get taco photos but got the churros!

di
Review №2

Ive been to all locations, they have great food. they do not turn tables so its impossible to book with them people go and sit there to drink all night. When you call to book they pick up, say nothing and hang up.

Mo
Review №3

Frankly i can say, the service andbthe hospitality those guys provided to me was fantastic, at least i havent received such excellent services for the last twelve months.It was the first time for me at this restaurant, but im sure because of the services i will be regularALEJANDRO and his time they deserve big thanks

Ar
Review №4

Loved the food, it was amazing ! They have happy hour between 3 and 6 and entertainer... would go there again ...

Jo
Review №5

Really delicious Mexican food, good service. Very nice to sit outside on a warm day.

Ju
Review №6

Unfortunately this was a huge disappointment. Ive been a regular at the other branch in Jumeirah for years, but in madinat jumeirah there is absolutely no love in it. Usually mexican food is not rocket science, so you cant go massively wrong, so I thought...DrinksWe started off with a margarita and a stella draft, but unfortunately the margarita was quite watery and the beer was about 80% full as if someone already had a sip. Complained and it came back still half a cm below the o.5 line and I complained again but was ignored this timeMain courseWe ordered 2 shrimp fajitas, which usually arrives sizzling, but ours were merely warm, it seemed they have been forgotten for 10 minutes, but it cam quite fast, so I guess they just didnt heat the plates.SidesThe fajitas come with 2 sides each, so dont expect the usual plate with rice, sour cream and guacamole that they serve in jumeirah or any other mexican restaurant serves. You have to choose 2 and pay for the rest, but if you have 2 fajitas they increase to 5 sides in total.We ordered 5 times guacamole as a side and that was fine with them so it seemed. However the fajitas arrived with 2 small pots of guacamole only and even when I asked why there were not 5 they brought out 1 more and said sorry cant give 5. Not explanation was given, but usually 5 sides of guacamole we hoped would prompt them to give us just one big portion in the lava stone, but no such luck unfortunately.Price1. The hot sauces you have to buy at the front desk to eat with your meal and then you can take the bottle home. To be honest thats not an issue for us as we like the sauces, but to not offer this with your meal is not great .2. The overall price tag is very high for the drinks, but the food I thought was not over the top until I found out that fajitas dont come with the usual sides. If you want all sides a simple non sizzling shrimp fajitas will set you back 150 dhs ++Overall the touch that the jumeirah branch has is simply missing and the waiters unfortunately are super under qualified with little language skills. I wont come back here and it also took my love away for one of my all time favourites in Jumeirah, which will sadly not see me again so soon either ...

Ad
Review №7

How absolutely amazing of a gem hidden in the Madinat Souq. Had a blast there. Amazing food, drinks, service and ambience. And the Dj was beyond amazing. Definately recommended and I am visiting again for sure!

Mi
Review №8

If youre looking for a quick bite, their tacos will be a perfect choice, otherwise you can choose from the other amazing dishes they have. Love their Margaritas. And the service is great and very attentive! Highly recommended!

Da
Review №9

Bad service unprofessional management and waiters. Positive reviews are probably payed for by the restaurant.

so
Review №10

Its a Mexican restaurant, but not real Mexican flavors. Staff and service is amazing with great view. Its hard to find true Mexican flavor in UAE.

To
Review №11

Where do I start? Oh yes, SERVICE, then INCREDIBLE Super Tasty Mexican Food, and finally its got Mexican VIBE and SOUL👍

Th
Review №12

Well, the place is okay. I wouldn’t go back anytime soon unless I HAVE TO!The food and drinks are ok, you can get better taste somewhere else in Dubai. The worst thing was the price, I mean, you definitely can find somewhere else in Dubai which offers much better value for money. Again, I definitely won’t go back.The second star is for the staff because we felt they knew it and they were trying really hard to make it up for us. I appreciate that a lotAnd one last thing, please keep the AC switched on. We nearly melted to the bones during the two hours dinner!

Ha
Review №13

RIP Maria Bonita. Nothing compared to the good old time.Very limited choice in the menu. No enchelada so ordered burrito but was not impressed. Very little sides of guacamole or pico de galloStaff were shouting.I appreciated the big sticker on the bill folder saying tips not includedVery Very disappointed

Ba
Review №14

An amazing experience which felt authentically Mexican.Alex, the waiter, was such an amazing personality to have around. He made the experience that much better. A must if you want a Spanish experience in Dubai!

D.
Review №15

So much onions. The huge Guacamole bowl is made of 80% Onions, Fajita 80% Onions. Seems like onions are cheap in Dubai.Vegetarian fajita here means leave the meat away. So, you get onions, mushrooms and tomatos on the plate for almost the same price. No beans, no lentils, no potatoes, no quinoa, nothing. These guys know mexico only from TV. Ridiculous

Ra
Review №16

Good place for quck drinks, fun and small bites.

Pa
Review №17

We had a great time there and even if corona measures are -of course- limiting a brucnh as we used to enjoyed it, the management and team went extra mile to make us enjoy.Food was absolutely delicious -as always- and we actually had to ask them pls to stop it because we were about to explode!Margaritas are delicious, as well as Jamaica and Tamarindo drinks... and we even received a surprise visit from the legendary Mexican superhero Chapulin Colorado! 😂Muchas gracias amigos!

Re
Review №18

One of the best real mexican places in UAE with all the mexican vibes and there wide varsities to choose from. I love there quesadillas and chimichangas the best everAlso you can buy some of the real mexican sauces and mexican peppers from the shop... a true gem in dubai

De
Review №19

Amazing atmosphere!Very welcoming host. The food was to die for. First place with organic drink selection. Definitely coming back.

Vi
Review №20

We loved the restaurant! Nice food with nice environment! Kids friendly and the staff is very polite too! Expect an 100% Mexican experience

Sh
Review №21

Very good view but no much food options

Ca
Review №22

Nice authentic mexican restaurant, service is very good, manager and waiters are attentive and the food is genuine, will come back soon

K
Review №23

My best Mexican restaurant in Dubai. Owned and run by Mexicans. Salsa is amazing. Food is mount watering.

Ma
Review №24

Lively bar/restaurant but too crowded....

re
Review №25

I HAD A VERY VERY GOOD TIME! The staff are amazing and the churros are the yummiest!

Ka
Review №26

I love this place,delicious food and good drinks

Ka
Review №27

Lively taco bar overlooking one of the cancels, good service and reasonable costs....

An
Review №28

Great ambience.. fantastic atmosphere

st
Review №29

Excellent fresh food. Great staff and atmosphere

Cu
Review №30

Good view, ok food, very bad music! Played anything but no Mexican! If you are up for the Mexican environment this is not the place!

Al
Review №31

Its outclass. We really enjoyed

Ar
Review №32

Nice place with delicious food 🤩

se
Review №33

I really love the place and the Mexican food😍

Ch
Review №34

I like it soooooo much 😍

as
Review №35

Beautiful ambience and amazing manager !

Cr
Review №36

The food and margaritas are top notch

Mr
Review №37

Excellent food and service

Al
Review №38

Great, authentic Mexican Food

Ha
Review №39

Good place

sa
Review №40

👌

Ni
Review №41

Simply fantastic

Ra
Review №42

Very nice 👍

Lj
Review №43

Amazing food!

Ik
Review №44

Taco Tuesday!!

Gi
Review №45

Very good Mexican food.Definitely recommendedFriendly staff, very good beer and an adequate price for the location.

Ва
Review №46

Everything was delicious! Food and drinks arrived very quickly, everything is fresh. Very nice staff! I recommend that you definitely go here to eat, the place where you want to return

Al
Review №47

The food is delicious, the atmosphere is great, the service from Caleb and Daniela is always very good. The michelada ... Suprema and the atmosphere with the mariachi singing and putting together a Mexican party is without a doubt what makes you feel at home here.

Fa
Review №48

Very nice place to dine excellent music thank you 🙂

Ra
Review №49

Nice to meet Alejandro and the team, good and authentic food

Ju
Review №50

Excellent place to enjoy Mexican food, a bit expensive like all of Dubai but worth it

Ra
Review №51

Food is good, over all it a nice place, need sweet tricks

iv
Review №52

Beautiful divine food and first class care

ca
Review №53

Excellent service, good music and delicious food

ma
Review №54

Mexican food

Ab
Review №55

Eat them sweet

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4.3 Rating
  • Address:Dubai, United Arab Emirates
  • Site:http://mariabonita.ae/
  • Phone:+971 4 263 8029

Categories
  • Mexican restaurant
  • Coffee shop
Working hours
  • Monday:12PM–2AM
  • Tuesday:12PM–2AM
  • Wednesday:12PM–1AM
  • Thursday:12PM–1AM
  • Friday:12PM–1AM
  • Saturday:12PM–1AM
  • Sunday:12PM–1AM
Service options
  • Takeaway:Yes
  • Dine-in:Yes
Accessibility
  • Wheelchair-accessible entrance:Yes
Amenities
  • Good for kids:Yes
Atmosphere
  • Casual:Yes
  • Cosy:Yes
Crowd
  • Groups:Yes
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