Mad Mex
(Now Closed)Mexican Restaurant and Bar$$$$
University City, Philadelphia
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Vivek VenkatramJune 30, 2017Big azz margaritas, kick-azz comida and colorful settings featuring entertaining graffiti-inspired artwork are the drawzz at these crowded getaways with a Cal-Mex vibe.Upvote1Downvote
Awesome beer selection and highly underrated burritos! FYI, it's more economical to get two $3 margaritas (24 oz total) during happy hour than a $7 big azz (22 oz). Only get the $7 one at night :)UpvoteDownvote
Go during happy hour (4:30-6:30pm) on weekdays and get the big azzes with sugar around the rim! Be sure to go early because sometimes the wait time is so long that you'll miss happy hour.Upvote1Downvote
Mad Mex University CityDecember 23, 2011The Chicken Chimichanga - Marinated chicken breast, red peppers, portabello, Spanish onions, a secret sauce and Monterey Jack rolled in a tortilla and quickly deep fried. Too good to be true? False.Upvote2Downvote
Dawn BFebruary 1, 2015This place is awesome! Lots of vegan and vegetarian options, great sangria, and decent beer selection. Outdoor seating is great!UpvoteDownvote
Lane RettigApril 15, 2016Just go for the beer and margaritas. The food is probably not bad either but I'm usually too drunk by the time it arrives to notice.Upvote2Downvote
Karli ScottAugust 23, 2015Half price beer and $7 big Azz margaritas every weekday from 4:30 to 6:30pm. It's the best!
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Brandon GibsonMarch 19, 2012Try to finish the Nacho platter here. If you do, Congratulations!! You will be needing to un-buckle your belt in 5....4...3...2..1Upvote2Downvote
Bre BonnerAugust 1, 2015During happy hour if you get the little margaritas instead of the larger ones you save more money (I think about a $1) and actually end up drinking more.UpvoteDownvote- AmberNovember 16, 2016You're here for the margaritas and you're here to get drunk. Pro tip: the small one are the cheapest per ounce.UpvoteDownvote
- Mad Mex University CityDecember 23, 2011The Mad Mex Quesadillas come with your choice of chicken breast, grilled steak, sautéed shrimp, marinated tofu or garlicky portabello with corn. #winUpvote1Downvote
Sophia HApril 12, 2016Half-off food and $7 drinks with student ID at 2-4 pm and 11 pm-1 am. Can't go wrong hereUpvoteDownvote
Garrett OreillyAugust 22, 2014If you have a minor with you, they won't serve alcohol to anyone at the table. Also, the wing-o tacos are great!UpvoteDownvote
Leanne AlyssaOctober 12, 2014The chickpea chili is great and filling. There are so many vegetarian and vegan optionsUpvoteDownvote
Joe CJanuary 19, 2016The lunch special salad is enormous and delicious. Total steal at $10UpvoteDownvote- Mad Mex University CityDecember 23, 2011The drafts list changes seasonally; it’s hard to keep up with the changes. Yet, it makes for a great excuse to come back again and again.UpvoteDownvote
TomMarch 11, 2012The burritos are good and the pineapple habanero salsa has a nice kick to it. But make sure you watch your bill, they tack on a 15% gratuity even if you have less than 6 people.UpvoteDownvote
Sean PelzerJanuary 23, 2012Awesome area and a really relaxed atmosphere. Great place to just chill with good friends and eat great food. :-)UpvoteDownvote
Lester EmersonMay 22, 2015Happy Hour....The turn up before #LitUltraBar 460 N 2nd St....tnite! Ladies Free til 12AMUpvoteDownvote
San Fran wings. Medium w/ bleu cheese. Wash it down with a big azz strawberry margarita!UpvoteDownvote
Victor GalliJune 7, 2012This is an awesome place to grab vegan mexi-cali food. They can veganize basically any menu item!UpvoteDownvote
Shawn AnthonyDecember 30, 2015Nachos are good with grilled chicken & of course the drinks 👍🏾UpvoteDownvote
Larisa GrollemondJuly 29, 2015Happy hour starts at 4:30, go for the revolving seasonal margarita flavor. Skip the food.UpvoteDownvote
Get the Angry Hippie burrito if you like portabella mushrooms. It will not disappoint.UpvoteDownvote
Happy hour 4:30 to 6:30 weekdays! 1/2 priced wings and beer and $7 big azz margaritas!!Upvote7Downvote
If your waiter's *Dre*, TIP HIM WELL!!! I haven't had a waiter as pleasant and sweet as him in a long time !!UpvoteDownvote- Mad Mex University CityDecember 23, 2011Have you taken the time to LIKE us on Facebook? Give us a LIKE & we’ll about good eats & strong drinks:UpvoteDownvote
Pablo VladimirFebruary 3, 2015Big azz margaritas! Strawberry mango does a good job masking the tequila. Be careful!UpvoteDownvote
Mark NaveOctober 31, 2012Good portions of servings and decent Happy hour specials. All items I've had there have been good.UpvoteDownvote
Emma McTagueNovember 10, 2015The tables in the back are dimly lit and great for date night.UpvoteDownvote- Mad Mex University CityDecember 23, 2011Did you know you can order take-out online? All you have to do is pick it up. It's becoming more & more convenient to stay MEXY!UpvoteDownvote
- Mad Mex University CityDecember 23, 2011PIMP YOUR MARGARITA: Tell us about your dream margarita, and we’ll make it real. Our talented mixmasters are ready to guide you step-by-step.UpvoteDownvote
Shardule ShahNovember 21, 2009Make sure to ask for vegan cheese and tofu sour cream if you're a vegan. It's fantastic! Note: chips and salsa are free at the bar regardless of whether you order a drink or not.UpvoteDownvote- Mad Mex University CityDecember 23, 2011The Shrimp Mushroom Spinach Quesadilla - If you think Snookie having bangs was exciting, this will really blow your mind.UpvoteDownvote
The food could be fresher/better but everyone is here for drinks. Go big azz or go home.UpvoteDownvote
- Mad Mex University CityDecember 23, 2011Well, I think it’s time for a BIG AZZ Margarita. Who are we kidding? It’s always time for margarita whether it be black cherry, kiwi, mango, raspberry or strawberry.Upvote1Downvote
- Leanne AlyssaDecember 20, 2014The black beanie quesadeenie is one of my favorite things on the menu!UpvoteDownvote
- Mad Mex University CityDecember 23, 2011We've got numerous vegetarian & vegan meal options, that also taste amazing! Try the Happy Hippie Quesadillas for starters!UpvoteDownvote
Oyinkan AdedejiOctober 24, 2011If you don't get the Insane Wings with a Big Azz Margarita then i don't know what you are doing there ;-) (that good!)Upvote7Downvote
George HardyOctober 23, 2011All of the food is delicious! Get a strawberry mango Big Azz, nachos or enchiladas, and bring your college ID for specials!Upvote2Downvote
If you meet Marvin, he's known to buy a round of beers for the beer geeks.UpvoteDownvote
Sakib DadiSeptember 25, 2014During happy hour, go with the smallest margarita for most alcohol content per dollarUpvoteDownvote- Mad Mex University CityDecember 23, 2011Pepita Hummus: Pumpkin seeds, garlic and peppers in hummus with grilled flatbread. Too good to be true? Nope.Upvote1Downvote
Order insane Buffalo sauce and bleu cheese on the side with your favorite entreeUpvote1Downvote
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- Mon–Sun
- 11:30 AM–2:00 AM
(215) 382-2221
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Yes
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Yes (incl. American Express)
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Yes
Outdoor Seating
Yes
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Lunch, Dinner, Dessert, Happy Hour
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