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Rafa's Cafe Mexicano

Mexican Restaurant$$$$
Dallas
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7.4/10
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    MM
    "Margaritas and fajitas are amazing... Tell Rafa hello"(2 Tips)
    Lara B.
    "Sit in the bar area if possible.. It's like a time warp.."(2 Tips)
    Jeffery H.
    "Steve's steak tacos are a must have dish!"(3 Tips)
    Leslie
    "Don't get the Cheese Enchiladas."(2 Tips)
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  • margaritas
  • complimentary valet
  • great value
  • good for groups
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  • AOCheart icon on user image
    AOCSeptember 3, 2016
    Great atmosphere. Great food and great service. Sit in the bar area and have Juan take care of you.. Blows mi Cocina junk out of the water.
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  • Jen D.
    Jen D.April 6, 2013
    Really great food & the people are so nice. Mr. Rafa is the sweetest. An elderly couple came in & had to park far bc parking isn't the greatest. Mr. Rafa told them to call him & he'll park their car.
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  • A-List Concierge 🔑heart icon on user image
    A-List Concierge 🔑April 24, 2014
    Been here 5+ times
    The Pollo Rafa is an amazing choice. Very juicy and flavorful. Pretty healthy choice also!
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  • Nick M.
    Nick Marino Jr.January 15, 2013
    Have to try their margaritas!!! They also list their offers on TangoTab, who donates a meal every time you use them. And, it's free. http://apps.tangotab.com
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  • Bob K.heart icon on user image
    Bob KSeptember 16, 2013
    Good food and service. Take an early or late lunch here to avoid crowds. Very relaxing.
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  • Carrie S.
    Carrie SachnikJanuary 1, 2014
    Loved it yummy yummy!!!! Fast and friendly service and we had a party of 15 !!!
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  • Chris F.heart icon on user image
    Chris FJuly 25, 2015
    Been here 10+ times
    Guiso is outstanding and so are the tasty tasty margaritas!
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  • Lara B.heart icon on user image
    Lara BJune 5, 2014
    Sit in the bar area if possible.. It's like a time warp.. So cozy
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  • Carla
    CarlaJuly 29, 2013
    The food was very good! HOWEVER, the roaches crawling on the divider that separate the dining areas was not!
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  • Stephanie C.
    Stephanie CaseyApril 25, 2014
    Wonderful salsa and complimentary valet during lunch hours.
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  • Michelle M.
    Michelle MewMarch 15, 2014
    Best Mexican Food Even Better Staff.
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  • rafasCafe M.
    rafasCafe MexicanoJanuary 10, 2019
    Rafa's Cafe Mexicano
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  • Chris F.heart icon on user image
    Chris F.November 21, 2011
    Been here 25+ times
    Parking is extremely tight. Plan extra time for finding a parking spot. Also, be careful not to park in a place clearly identified for a neighboring business.
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  • Ray Hubbard P.
    Ray Hubbard Postal CenterApril 15, 2012
    Been here 10+ times
    The best in tkwn. Been here over 200 times.
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    🐐 🐙November 26, 2015
    Great lunch specials! 🌮🌯🌵
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  • Patrick H.heart icon on user image
    Patrick HartMay 5, 2017
    margaritas and fajitas
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  • Bethany P.
    Bethany PhillipsJanuary 8, 2012
    Good spicy queso, great chicken enchiladas, weak margaritas
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  • Ankita J.
    Ankita JainApril 12, 2014
    Must have Salsa here.
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  • Jeffery H.
    Jeffery HobbsJune 12, 2011
    Been here 10+ times
    Steve's steak tacos are a must have dish!
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  • Chris R.
    Chris RiveraJuly 20, 2014
    Been here 5+ times
    Carne asada is the bedt
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  • Leslie
    LeslieMay 9, 2013
    Don't get the Cheese Enchiladas. They are...let's just say, not best. Ugh!
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  • Skip S.
    Skip SuggSeptember 16, 2011
    Been here 25+ times
    Rafa's plate!
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  • MM
    MMApril 24, 2010
    Margaritas and fajitas are amazing... Tell Rafa hello
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  • Cynthia S.
    Cynthia SmootAugust 9, 2010
    Been here 5+ times
    Caution: Brisket Tacos were a bit salty.
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