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Edinburgh
Old Town
Viva Mexico
Viva Mexico Reviews

Viva Mexico

Mexican, Tex-Mex, Latin American, Eat & Drink

Dishes priced around£15

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Reviews of Viva Mexico (824)

Read what people think about Viva Mexico. All restaurant reviews are written by verified Quandoo diners. Learn more about Viva Mexico before you go by getting tips and ratings from other restaurant-goers. With real-life reviews, you can see what other diners loved about Viva Mexico and book a table with confidence!

5.4/6

824 reviews

5.4/6

824 reviews

Food:Outstanding
Atmosphere:Excellent
Service:Excellent
Value for money:Great value
Waiting time:Exceptionally Good
Noise levels:Pleasant
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"Excellent"
6/6
Kellie W.7 years ago · 1 review

Fantastic food, wonderful sangria, lovely friendly staff. Fantastic end to a great weekend in Edinburgh. Can strongly recommend this restaurant.... Best fajitas I've ever had

"Very good"
5/6
Paul M.7 years ago · 1 review

Really nice time, fully booked for the walk ins in front of us, but our quandoo booking meant we were seated straight away. Nice food and atmosphere so would go back again

"Excellent"
6/6
Baz M.7 years ago · 1 review

Had lunch today and was very impressed. This place has a great atmosphere, great location, great staff, great food and great price. I would highly recommend a visit

"Very good"
5/6
Tina R.7 years ago · 1 review

Flying visit as wanted to catch a jazz gig. Was very nice food and service was excellent! Overall we enjoyed our meal. Would visit again.

"Excellent"
6/6
Lindsey M.7 years ago · 1 review

nice little restaurant, with welcoming staff, lovely mexican food and decorations

"Not good "
2/6
Sharon S.7 years ago · 1 review

3 out of 4 chairs broken and wonky table. Could just have been out bad luck but food not hot and fajita not even a whimper never mind a sizzle. Shame.

"Excellent"
6/6
Laura M.7 years ago · 1 review

Menu was great, plenty of options for lunchtime, perfect portion sizes for lunchtime. Not expensive at all. Love the buzz of the place. Absolutely love Viva Mexico. Highly recommend.

"Excellent"
6/6
Craig C.7 years ago · 1 review

A really nice little place with good service. Choice of dishes was excellent the quality and size was perfect. I will definitely be back soon!

"Excellent"
6/6
Rosie H.7 years ago · 1 review

Cute restaurant, great food with choices for any dietary needs! The staff are friendly and attentive and food was prepared quickly given we were a large group. Reasonably priced, we were all pleased!

"Excellent"
6/6
charles s.7 years ago · 2 reviews

Food was excellent best ive had the service was very quick and very professional highly recommend I will definitely come back for more great night

"Excellent"
6/6
Rachel K.7 years ago · 1 review

Lovely restaurant with an authentic, cosy atmosphere. Food was amazing, service pleasant and very quick and everything was really reasonably priced. Cannot recommend highly enough and will certainly return next time I'm in Edinburgh!

"Excellent"
6/6
David B.7 years ago · 1 review

i have been here many times. As always the food was great and the staff are friendly and quick. I'd recommend this restaurant to all my friends.

"Very good"
5/6
Andy M.7 years ago · 2 reviews

After having eaten hear for twenty years the quality and service has remained consistently excellent. The lively atmosphere is a guarantee that Via Mexico will be hear for many years to come

"Very good"
5/6
Carol-Ann P.7 years ago · 2 reviews

Great food and service. Booked this restaurant online and it was absolutely worth it. The atmosphere was fantastic, the decor was exactly what I would have expected. Friendly and very prompt service again great food! Tasty, well presented, hot and plenty of it

"Excellent"
6/6
Paul M.7 years ago · 2 reviews

Great service, excellent staff, nice atmosphere, lovely food, and tequilas, quite reasonably priced too, we would definitely call by again when We're in the city...😀

"Very good"
5/6
Ken S.7 years ago · 4 reviews

Very friendly and homely atmosphere plus good food making for a great night

"Very good"
5/6
Emma B.7 years ago · 1 review

The food and restaurant itself was lovely, the service was a little slow though, our drinks came almost at the same time as our food did.

"Very good"
5/6
John M.7 years ago · 1 review

The food was very good and the ambience was lovely downstairs. I had only previously been in for lunch at the street level but downstairs is a better dining experience and the piped Mexican music added to the occasion Would definitely come again

"Excellent"
6/6
Martha F.7 years ago · 1 review

Brilliant food, well made sangria and super friendly service from all the staff we encountered - we will definitely be going again when we are back in Edinburgh.

"Very good"
5/6
Emma C.7 years ago · 1 review

Loved it! Great food, great hostesses. May have fallen off my seat but all because the drink tasted so good so had to have more!

"Excellent"
6/6
Andy M.7 years ago · 2 reviews

We have been patrons of Viva Mexico since it opened, but last nights visit was the first for several years and again it did not disappoint. The food, service atmosphere were all as we expected excellent.

"Excellent"
6/6
Neil D.7 years ago · 2 reviews

Superb authentic Mexican restaurant. Been here several times and I am never disappointed. The staff are friendly, the food excellent and the drinks (especially the cocktails) are on point. Was my fourth visit. Now looking forward to my fifth :)

"Excellent"
6/6
Mary D.7 years ago · 2 reviews

As usual lovely food , great service . Great value for money and excellent choice for lunch menu . Would recommend to friends and family and will be back .

"Very good"
5/6
Vicki S.7 years ago · 1 review

Food really lovely. Menu was varied. Chilli chocolate cheesecake exceptional but be warned was spicy. Venue quaint. Would recommend and we used our gourmet card

"Good"
4/6
Ptr M.7 years ago · 1 review

Very nice and cosy place! The food and presentation was good, but the starter portion could have been bigger:-)

"Very good"
5/6
Jarrad W.7 years ago · 1 review

We were a group if six. The food was really good especially the stuffed jalipino starters. The atmosphere was relaxed and we had a chilled evening.

"Very good"
5/6
Quandoo Diner7 years ago · 0 reviews

Nachos were great, fajitas were great, cocktails were really nice also. Only complaint would be that we were sitting quite close to the front door and there was a breeze everytime the door opened.

"Excellent"
6/6
Jenni B.7 years ago · 5 reviews

A lovely afternoon with pre cocktail, good food, a nice bottle of wine and the service was perfect. Always guaranteed good Mexican food and atmosphere. Thanks

"Excellent"
6/6
Theresa H.7 years ago · 1 review

Food delish the best Mexican I have eaten in. Staff attentive and will definitely be back. Good value for money. Good portion sizes couldn't move afterwards.

"Excellent"
6/6
Belinda B.7 years ago · 2 reviews

Excellent meal and lovely people Would definitely recommend it, been going here for 25 years and it is like going home

"Very good"
5/6
Ella S.7 years ago · 1 review

Nice Mexican food to a good price, nice relaxed environment. Also, thumbs up for sangria and margarita pitchers! Had lovely Tuesday dinner with some friends.

"Excellent"
6/6
Catriona C.7 years ago · 6 reviews

The food was really good, I had a burrito, my brother has enchiladas. The portions were large and delicious. The waitresses were lovely, would definitely return.

"Excellent"
6/6
Claire M.7 years ago · 1 review

Fab food and great service - excellent experience. Great re- fried beans and lovely margharittas, reasonably priced and a great place for group dining also.

"Excellent"
6/6
Kimberley P.7 years ago · 1 review

We enjoyed a lovely meal, with a relaxed atmosphere and great service. I would definitely recommend! Especially the homemade chocolate chilli cheesecake... very good indeed!

"Good"
4/6
Mark M.7 years ago · 1 review

great atmosphere etc - nice family run place and much preferred choice over all those national chains watch out for on-line booking though - I ducked out half way through and just rang up the old fashioned reliable way, but even though I didn't complete the on-line booking it has triggered spam from the nasty middle men who feed off these restaurants

"Excellent"
6/6
Paul B.7 years ago · 1 review

Great food, the Sopes for starter were ace, as were the haggis nachos. Top atmosphere too, good value; a great Mexican restaurant. We will be back.

"Excellent"
6/6
gareth h.7 years ago · 2 reviews

Fantastic staff and the best mexican food ive had. The salsa is fantastic, the options for my vegetarian girlfriend were many. Ill definitely return next time I visit Edinburgh. Its just a shame i couldn't finish my plate.

"Excellent"
6/6
Camilla H.7 years ago · 1 review

Great restaurant - with amazing food and atmosphere :) this was our second visit here and it didn't fail to impress us. The décor is just perfect for the Mexican, we had a mixture of wine, cocktails and sangria followed by starters and mains which just hit the spot!

"Very good"
5/6
Joan L.7 years ago · 1 review

Very busy this rugby weekend and drinks service a bit slow: but table ready on time and no delay on food which was tastier and healthier than a lot of Mexican food currently around. Nachos and salsa particularly good

"Excellent"
6/6
Catriona D.7 years ago · 1 review

Had a lovely dinner here to celebrate a birthday. Great traditional Mexican food with that home cooked feel and amazing cocktails. Lovely intimate feel and excellent service. Ate here because my parents had been eating there since it opened in the 80s and it didn't disappoint. Would definitely come here again!

"Excellent"
6/6
Anastasia M.7 years ago · 1 review

Most delicious food. Large portions. Great atmosphere. Didn't know Edinburgh has such a great mecixan reataurant!!! Staff is friendly, attentive and quick. i am definitely coming back and also recommending to others.

"Excellent"
6/6
kirsty l.7 years ago · 1 review

Excellent food Excellent service Excellent staff Excellent value Best Mexican in Edinburgh 10/10 all round Will definitely be going back soon Well done viva mexico👌👍👌👍

"Excellent"
6/6
Fiona S.7 years ago · 1 review

Excellent food. A real treat for me being wheat intollerant to have so many choices. Menu is clearly labelled for gluten free options. I love eating here.

"Excellent"
6/6
Angela W.7 years ago · 1 review

The best Mexican food I have ever eaten!!! Service was attentive but not over powering. I mentioned it was my partner's birthday and they gave us a fab table over looking Princess Street - nice touch.

"Excellent"
6/6
Kim S.7 years ago · 1 review

Prompt and very friendly service - fab food - absolutely loved it. Great start to our adventure to Mexico in a few weeks. Would definitely go back when we are in Edinburgh again.

"Very good"
5/6
Patrick O.7 years ago · 1 review

Great food, great service. Really enjoyed the food on offer. The deserts were some of the best I have ever had. The overall price was very reasonable.

"Very good"
5/6
Craig G.7 years ago · 2 reviews

Brilliant food! Friendly staff. Table was a bit small for 2 lots of fajitas - but we managed! Maybe the price is a bit inflated, but I got the feeling everything was cooked fresh and the tortillas didn't seem to be out of a packet. Definitely will be back!

"Excellent"
6/6
Ross H.7 years ago · 1 review

The atmosphere was great and the food was even better! Loved the downstairs restaurant and would highly recommend. The nachos and burrito were a definite favourite.

"Very good"
5/6
steven T.7 years ago · 1 review

This was my first visit here, I'm very likely to return in the near future. Food very good and the best sangria I have ever tasted anywhere!

"Excellent"
6/6
Mary D.7 years ago · 2 reviews

Lovely food , excellent service , very reasonable for city centre , easy to get to from railway station , convenient for city centre attractions .

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